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Cornerstone board upholds funding cut The South East Cornerstone Public School Division’s board has upheld its decision to reduce funding for the community education liaison position at Hillcrest School.

The Cornerstone board decided earlier this year to fund the community education liaison position on a half-time instead of fulltime basis.

A delegation from Hillcrest’s school community council spoke to the Cornerstone board at Thursday’s Cornerstone board meeting in Weyburn. Hillcrest delegates Aleah McIsaac, Leca Flavell and Krissy Wallman asked the board to continue to offer full-time funding for the position.

“We shared with them our thoughts and concerns on them discontinuing our community education liaison full-time position down to half-time, and some of the effects it’s going to have on our school,” said McIsaac.

Sara Pippus has held the role since it was established in 2011. She is responsible for the school’s breakfast program, which has proven to be very popular in the school and the community, and has also helped launch numerous after school and extracurricular activities.

In her presentation, McIsaac called Pippus a facilitator in the school and in the playground, a developer for local involvement, and a motivator of the students.

McIsaac said they have 90 per cent attendance from the students for the community liaison projects.

Once the delegation had finished their presentation, the board deliberated in camera, and decided to uphold its decision.

“We certainly appreciated the commitment and passion that the school community council showed for their community liaison person,” said Cornerstone COMMUNITY ⇢A2

Refreshing Fundraiser Some local youngsters set up shop with a lemonade stand on Arthur Avenue on Saturday, donating all the proceeds from the day to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation. Back row from left are Ava and Kylie Eberle. Front row from left are Mackenna Dupuis, Elise Dupuis and Abby Jones. Photo by Jaime Polmateer

RCMP seize marijuana Southeast represented The Estevan RCMP has seized a large amount of marijuana.

The police launched an investigation on June 12 into a possible grow operation and the harvesting of marijuana. RCMP members conducted a search of a rural residence in the southern part of the rural municipality of Estevan that same day, and

seized just less than 90 pounds of marijuana in different states of processing.

The estimated street value of the drugs is about $75,000.

Sgt. Jeff Clarke of the Estevan RCMP said on Monday morning that the investigation is still ongoing, and they have yet to lay any charges.

Nearly 90 pounds of marijuana were seized from a residence in the RM of Estevan.

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The southeast region will have a representative on the new Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) board, but it won’t be from Estevan.

The Ministry of Health announced the members for the SHA on June 14. Marilyn Charlton, who resides in the Weyburn area and has been the chairperson of the Sun Country Regional Health Authority, was among the 10 members appointed to the new SHA. Gary St. Onge, who is the lone Estevan representative for Sun Country’s board, was not named to the new authority.

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gional Health Authority will continue to oversee health-care in this part of the province until the new SHA takes effect, which is expected to happen this fall. The SHA will then be the only health authority for the entire province.

Charlton could not be reached for comment regarding the appointment.

As for St. Onge, he was appointed to the Sun Country board in 2012. He said he wasn’t looking to be part of the new SHA, and he was pleasantly surprised to see a southeast resident named to the new massive board.

“When you’re talking 10 people in the province, I was surprised to see we had someone,” said St. Onge.

“That’s good, though, be-

cause there’s at least one person who’s tied in and knows what’s happening in the southeast.”

He’s not concerned that Estevan won’t be represented at the table of the new health board. St. Onge predicted the new authority won’t have much involvement in the day-to-day operations of local healthcare.

“I don’t think it’s going to make a lot of difference in the way our two entities right in Estevan, the Estevan Regional Nursing Home and St. Joseph’s Hospital, operate,” said St. Onge.

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Community liaison described as valuable role ⇠ A1 board chair Audrey Trombley.

“However, that position was created originally to support the school, the students and the community to improve the quality of the school and the outcomes for the students, with the intention that it becomes sustainable.”

The Cornerstone board decided earlier this year that Pippus and another community education liaison at Souris School in Weyburn would be reduced to half-time, thanks to cutbacks in provincial funding.

Also, Cornerstone has school education liaison employees in four other schools, and those are halftime as well.

Trombley noted Hillcrest is the smallest school with such a position in South East Cornerstone.

“It’s a difficult decision to make,” said Trombley. “We appreciate the good work that’s being done, but we have to do whatever we can to maintain as much support in the classroom as we can.”

Trombley noted the board voted 7-1 in favour of upholding its original decision. She couldn’t divulge the name of the board member who voted against the motion. Two people were missing from the vote.

Souris School has yet to appeal the decision, Trombley said.

Trombley noted the school division had to submit its budget to the provincial government by the end of May for approval.

The budget included the reductions in funding for the school liaison officers.

“It’s very difficult during this time to make any changes,” said Trombley.

McIsaac said it’s hard to know the kind of impact the reduction will have.

She knows Pippus won’t be there as often, so some of the family events they have might be reduced.

“Our breakfast program is going to continue,” said McIsaac.

The Hillcrest breakfast program helps everyone in the school get off to a good start on school days. In her presentation, McIsaac said it brings the youngsters together like no other program can, and that aspect of the program was even secondary to the provision of a good nutritious start to a school day.

Wallman told the board members that Pippus kept pace in ensuring the school and its programs were continually being introduced to the community which, in return, has responded with grants and gifts to the tune of over $300,000 in the past few years, allowing the community programs to grow and reach out to students and their families.

McIsaac believes the program has some big impacts. She highlighted a

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360 program. Instead of being sent directly to the principal’s office, they get to talk with Pippus, and come up with a solution, enhancing their problem solving skills.

“She helps a lot of the new families that come to the school and to the community, and lets them know where certain things are,” said McIsaac. “She is very big on community encouragement, where we support the community and the community supports us back.”

McIssac said they have received 15 letters, including one from the United Way Estevan’s board of directors, and from people in the community who support the school and who support Pippus.

She noted the SCC has some ideas in mind for their next step to support the program, but those could not yet be announced.

The Spring Ride was among the popular rides at this year’s edition of the Estevan Fair.

Fair is underway in Estevan Two days are done and one day remains for the Estevan Fair at the Estevan Exhibition grounds.

The fair began on Monday night. The combination of nice weather and the various attractions associated with the

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⇠ A1 she will do a great job representing the region on the new board, and he views her as the most logical candidate from the present board to join the new authority.

While it has been about five months since the provincial government announced its plans to consolidate the current 14 health regions into one, he still

views some uncertainty regarding healthcare.

“Who knows how this is going to operate?” said St. Onge. “We’re all guessing how exactly it will work.

I’m going to look at it as a positive. I don’t think in the city of Estevan, our two entities will do any worse dealing directly with the provincial government than they were dealing with Sun

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Food booths were set up on the exhibition grounds as well.

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Country.”

St. Onge said he has largely enjoyed his time with the Sun Country board.

It has been frustrating at times, because of the costs associated with healthcare and the lack of money that has been available, especially in recent years.

“I’ve learned how things operate, but it’s been frustrating in the fact that you don’t always get everything you need,” said St. Onge. “I still think our hospital is underfunded.

“I don’t know how many other people think that in the province, but I know there are some discrepancies, because I know that Sunrise (Health Region), which is Yorkton-Melville area, has less people in their health region than we do, but they get something like $55 million more a year than ours has gotten in the past, so that has been frustrating.”

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They were looking for expertise in areas such as governance, performance and financial management, as well as the ability to represent patient experience and culture.

Informal discussions were held across the province with candidates who have the desired qualifications and expertise.

Health Minister Jim Reiter said in a news release that the board members come from a diverse range of professional backgrounds, including governance, accounting, medicine, law, education and business. In Charlton’s case, she is currently the general manager for the Saskatchewan Hereford Association.

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A night to celebrate for the Estevan Comprehensive School’s Class of 2017

By David Willberg dwillberg@estevanmercury.ca

More than 170 Grade 12 students from the Estevan Comprehensive School (ECS) celebrated the completion of their high school education, and the entry to the next chapter of their lives, during the school’s graduation ceremony on Friday night at Affinity Place.

The highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of the diplomas, but there were the other presentations and speeches associated with the event.

Following the processional of the grads, the Grade 12 band students performed O Canada. Carol Graf delivered the invocation, and Mayor Roy Ludwig brought greetings from the City of Estevan.

Principal Pat Jeannot drew on this year’s theme of the Walt Disney quote “Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age and dreams are forever.” He encouraged the graduates to remember the statement, and explore their minds to find new opportunities without fear.

“Laughter heals,” said Jeannot. “Welcome it whenever you have the opportunity to do so. It is like anything else; it is more valuable when it is scarce.”

It’s easy to laugh during the good times, but laughter can often be scarce when times are tough.

“Remember as well that the person who you will become may be determined by your passion to follow your dreams,” said Jeannot.

Jeannot described their

lives as one big elective.

“You will now choose your pathway based on your interests, your abilities,” said Jeannot. “You will now choose how you will deal with the world around you. You will now determine the person that you will become.

“If you haven’t noticed, the common theme here has become ‘you.’”

He believes students who believe in this year’s theme will take on the world with an attitude of if they can imagine it, they can do it.

“With this attitude, you feel the warmth of success and the sting of failure,” said Jeannot. “Both are a part of life.”

During the times of failure, Jeannot said reflection is particularly important, because failure represents an opportunity to learn, and to reflect on life lessons experienced from parents, friends and teachers. That reflection time should be used to build the courage to try again.

“Only you truly know what you want out of life,” said Jeannot. “Others will encourage you, but there will be those times when others will tell you that what you are doing is too hard, too far away or too far-fetched for your abilities.”

At that time, they should listen to their inner voice as opposed to the skeptics.

Jeannot also encouraged the students to fondly remember their times at the school, and he thanked them for representing the school in a positive fashion.

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Kalee Donovan, left, and Wyatt Haux were the senior ring and pin for this year. ter was this year’s valedictorian. She told her fellow graduates that life is about to change, regardless of whether they are working, travelling or embarking on post-secondary education.

But they should not be afraid of change.

“When we were younger, we were allowed to change what we wanted to be each day, and we still can,” said Hammermeister. “Just as we grow and change, our dreams do too, and that’s OK. You don’t owe it to your family, friends or past selves to stay the same.”

Two years ago, she thought she was going to be a clinical psychologist. But now she is going to school for audio production, and she is excited by the opportunity.

“No matter what happens, you always have the opportunity to change your mind or your goals to find

Vineet Kaushik, left, and Marshall Littlefield paid tribute to the teachers.

what makes you happiest,” said Hammermeister.

“Each of us must learn to embrace change and take the opportunities to change that are given to us.”

Hammermeister also drew on a couple of experiences at ECS. The senior girls basketball team’s Shoot for a Cure basketball tournament has taught the graduates about the value of compassion, while competing in Skills Canada taught her that hard work does pay off.

“What each of us has learned from our own high school experiences has changed us into independent and capable young men and women,” she said.

Change can be overwhelming, she said, but the only way to progress is to change.

The grad ceremony also featured a number of tributes. Senior ring Kalee Donovan and senior pin Wyatt Haux began their

speech by reflecting on their time in the school.

“High school has been quite the experience, and it still doesn’t feel real that it is all coming to an end,” said Donovan.

But they are grateful to their parents, because completing high school wouldn’t have been possible without them, she said.

Haux noted their parents have been there from the start. Parents cheered for the students at recitals, games and competitions.

Vineet Kaushik and Marshall Littlefield were tasked with giving the tribute to the teachers. They said the teachers have used their vast knowledge to help the students reach this point in their lives.

Pat Fergusson, who is the staff chairperson for the ceremony, wished the graduates luck as they move on. She said it is always exciting to see the

anticipation of the grads and families as they look to the future.

She also applauded the parents who served on the various committees, and helped make the graduation ceremony possible.

Once the speeches were finished, the students were presented with their diplomas by Jeannot and vice-principals Nathan Johnson and Brian Wright, much to the delight of the large crowd at Affinity Place.

An hour after the diplomas were handed out, the students returned for the grand march, when each grad was presented with a rose. Then they participated in a dance.

The scene later shifted to the school for the annual chem-free after grad celebration, when they enjoyed a variety of casino-style games for play money that could be used for prizes.

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Environment a lesser priority Prime Minister Justin Trudeau must be really desperate to ramrod a carbon tax on Canada.

His latest effort involves the $2 billion Low Carbon Economy Fund. The fund itself isn’t a bad idea, but Trudeau’s way of implementing the fund is aggravating.

Only the provinces that have a carbon tax will be eligible for the fund. Saskatchewan and Manitoba have balked at the carbon tax so far, so they won’t receive a dime from this fund, regardless of how relevant their projects are, or how much those projects will improve the environment.

The world-leading carbon capture and storage project that opened at the Boundary Dam Power Station in 2014 would seemingly be a perfect project for the Low Carbon Economy Fund. The federal government has praised the project. The issues that existed have been resolved, and with the exception of a current shutdown, it has been operating consistently for the past 20 months.

But if the provincial government wants to access this fund for the retrofit-

From the Top of the Pile BRIAN ZINCHUK

Thinking of cutting the TV cord Each month I get the phone bill, which includes our television bill, and I consider cutting the cord.

We have one of those bundles which includes Internet, SaskTel Max and unlimited North America long distance, so I’m not exactly sure what the TV bill is. Our bundle comes in at $146.85 a month, the bulk of which is television. That includes the movie package that has been on the chopping block for a long time, but the axe hasn’t swung yet.

There’s another $36 for CraveTV, high definition, DVR and three set top boxes.

When you add it all up, the total is $243.92 a month. Add another $225.61 for two cell phones on high usage plans, and equipment financing, and our total bill to SaskTel starts to rival the grocery bill.

A few months ago we finally got fibre optic activated, which dramatically increased our Internet speed for the same price, but I haven’t noticed much of an

ting of Units 4 and 5, then it has to sign on to a carbon tax that is not beneficial for Saskatchewan as a whole.

And if the provincial government wants to access funding for a solar power project, or a wind farm, or geothermal electricity, or any one of a number of other projects that will benefit the environment, then they have to capitulate on the carbon tax issue.

Premier Brad Wall is right when he says the best option for curbing carbon emissions is through investment in technology, such as carbon capture and storage, rather than imposing another tax that will only serve to punish the people of the province and its economy.

In this instance, it feels like the Liberals are trying to do what’s best for its carbon tax rather than what’s best for the environment.

Wall needs to continue to fight the Liberals on the carbon tax issue. We doubt he’ll cave in to the feds, even with this new federal funding available. The people of the province will pay a lot more through the carbon tax than they will get back from

the Low Carbon Economy Fund.

A carbon tax will ultimately hurt the oil and gas sector and the mining industry. It will have negative repercussions for farmers, truckers and a host of other people in this province.

Also, with the tactics that are taking place south of the border when it comes to climate change, a carbon tax will hurt Saskatchewan’s competitiveness. If a company has the choice of coming to Saskatchewan, which has a governmentimposed carbon tax, or North Dakota or Montana, which don’t have one, which jurisdiction do you think they will go to?

The carbon tax is one area where the federal government should be staying out of the way of the provincial governments.

Let them make the decision on whether they believe a carbon tax is in its best interests when it comes to combating climate change.

And then the government can come in with such programs as the Low Carbon Economy Fund to allow the provinces to proceed with projects that will benefit people and the environment.

improvement on the quality of the TV. I probably haven’t noticed because I hardly watch TV anymore. It’s usually Netflix, YouTube documentaries or one of our never-ending stack of Blu-rays, often with digital copies. The only time we collectively watch something on the 50-inch big screen is during supper, or when The Big Bang Theory is on. Otherwise, each of us is usually content to have something playing on our individual tablets or computers.

My go-to TV channels History and Discovery, have largely become full of reality TV crap. Katrina wanted to watch something historical on History. We turned it on, and it was a reality series about guys forging knives, because apparently knives and blades were used way back when. The Food Network is not much better.

We usually watch the evening news on the TV, but this past week I noticed that the local TV stations are now running livestreams on Facebook. I caught a Global supper newscast the other day because it appeared on my Facebook stream.

We are prodigious users of the PVR. If it’s a show someone wants to watch, it’s almost always done via PVR and not live broadcast. If we cut the cord, that means no more PVR, and that would be a problem, but we could get by.

My wife is a NASCAR fan, and she likes to watch it on the big screen, usually live, but sometimes on the PVR. So that’s one argument to keep it.

Several people I know now have those livestreaming Android boxes, which is another way of saying Napster in the 21st century. As a producer of copyrighted material myself, I buy all my content, and

don’t steal any of it, so the idea of these Android boxes is unappealing at best.

There’s also the question of keeping the landline phone. I use it, and the long distance package, an awful lot for work. I also enjoy having hour long conversations with friends and family without watching the clock, like I did when long distance was charged by the minute. But my cellphone plan would now cover that, so maybe I could get rid of the landline?

The problem arises with the kids, however. I am totally unwilling to pay for cellphone packages for 10 and 13 year olds.

When Katrina’s looking after Spencer, they need the ability to call someone in case there are issues. Indeed, soon Katrina will be babysitting for other families, and that very issue has come up. What does she do where families no longer have a landline and take their cellphones with them?

TV, and telephones, have gone through a strange evolution. It used to be there was one unit of each in the house, attached to the wall, and they were for communal use.

Now there are often multiple, large screen TVs in households, more spectacular than could have been imagined by science fiction, but people instead watch their small, individual and mobile tablets. Single landlines have given way to individual wireless phones.

We’re not cutting the cord yet. In any scenario, we’d still be paying for high-end fibre internet. But I can see the day when the axe might come out. For many people, it already has.

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Treat female Writer responds to athletes with respect Scheer editorial Corey Atkinson New Material Only Potentially unpopular opinion coming: Brooke Henderson is better at golf than Sidney Crosby is at hockey.

You won’t see the major sports networks fawning over her, with multiple stations hiring teams of analysts at the major events like the big two do for hockey. But Canadian golfer Brooke Henderson quietly won her fourth ever LPGA event.

She’s still only 19, and won’t turn 20 for a few months.

The defending KPMG women’s PGA champion won last week in the Meijer LPGA Classic — a leadup tournament to this year’s KPMG major taking place at Illinois’ Olympia Fields. She was the first Canadian woman to win a major tournament in 48 years, since Sandra Post turned the feat.

It’s no surprise that women’s golf hasn’t been the most avidly followed sport south of the border. There’s a stigma attached to many women’s sports that they either aren’t as good as men’s sports or as diversely fielded as the men.

The organizations attached to these female athletes haven’t helped themselves out either. The acronym LPGA is short for Ladies’ Professional Golf Association. That’s right – ladies.

The stove I had in the house I rented a few years ago was a Lady Kenmore model. The stove wasn’t subservient to any other stove I ever had. Somehow the brand thought it to be a good idea to add ‘Lady” to it. It’s the kind of sexist stuff that should really have gone the way of the dodo.

Lady is a Kenny Rogers song, a part of a Tom Jones song. Old timey song and jinglewriters wrote about ‘ladies’ in the context of how nice they look and how great they are when they cook and clean. It’s not how we should refer to elite female athletes in 2017.

So to start with, the whole LPGA organization ought to be changed to Women’s PGA. Get the L out of it.

Then, the Women’s PGA needs to modernize and fix their schedule to certain dates. The US Open always falls with the final day on Father’s Day. The second week of April is the Masters.

Meanwhile, the women’s majors aren’t nearly as rigidly scheduled. There are five events that officially qualify as majors in their books. A few years ago, they added the Evian Championship (held in France) to try to drum up more money and prestige from a major sponsor, I presume.

Henderson won’t have the chance to golf in an LPGA event in Canada until Aug. 24-27 at the Canadian Pacific Women’s Open in Ontario.

As sportswriters, we need to be extra careful in how we label women’s sports. We can’t keep doing this thing where there’s a subconscious of patronization about the sports. In the sports section of this newspaper, you’ll find that a local golf pro winning a Lady Pro Am, as labelled by the Sask PGA. This is again something that doesn’t need to happen. You won’t find the word ‘lady’ in any of the Ontario PGA event calendar. On the other end of the spectrum, Alberta and Manitoba have plenty of lady events. There doesn’t seem to be a consistent naming protocol.

It’s not just a golf thing, but it’s an obvious choice to start when it’s constantly presented in the way it is on so many platforms.

Brooke Henderson is a 19-year-old phenom who doesn’t deserve to have the attachment of decades worth of sexism and patronization to her accomplishments.

The editor: For the sake of accuracy, I must respond to the editorial New leader, old direction that appeared in the Mercury on May 31.

It always amazes me how liberal minds can twist the truth so easily when writing about something they know nothing about, and adding their own opinion as the true facts. How can you turn a second Conservative Party of Canada leadership election into a political rant?

The truth is that the CPC is a strong social party that actually helps Canadians meet the daily needs of liv-

ing, not just talking about what should be done. Our policies are discussed at every policy convention, and are designed to help families in every region of Canada. We are a grassroots party.

Your unkind remarks towards were directed to Brad Trost, who finished fourth in a field of 13. He is not only a social conservative, but also fiscal, cultural, democratic constitutional, national security and environmental conservative who deserves every vote he received from the delegates.

Leader Andrew Scheer will have no problems working with the other candidates and their supporters. It is

encouraging to see a party that has a positive, progressive message for Canadians in contrast to the downward spiraling moral and economic disaster that the present Liberal government is burdening our country of Canada with every passing day.

All 13 candidates for leader have talked to Canadian voters in the past year, and they have a very good idea what voters are asking in the next election. 2019 will be a year of decision for Canada. Let us pray it will be for the better.

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NEWS AND NOTES FROM THE JUNE 19 REGULAR MEETING OF ESTEVAN CITY COUNCIL

Council voices support for women’s shelter Members of Estevan city council expressed their support for an abused women’s shelter in the southeast during Monday night’s meeting.

Lori Isinger, the president of the Provincial Council of Women, sent a letter to council. She noted that Estevan and Weyburn lack a safe shelter for women who are escaping partner abuse.

Victims and their children must be driven to Regina and housed in hotels.

Isinger noted a small group of Estevan citizens expressed interest in establishing a safe place during the economic boom a few years ago, but housing prices hampered their plans.

Now that housing prices have declined, Isinger believes this might be the time to take another look at the issue.

“We probably do need a safe house so women don’t have to travel all the way to Regina to reach safety,” said Mayor Roy Ludwig.

Councillor Dennis Moore said he is surprised nothing has happened previously, and he suggested approaching various agencies with knowledge of

domestic abuse.

Councillor Shelly Veroba also expressed her support, but was concerned about maintaining the safety of the shelter’s location in a small city.

Ludwig noted there have been cases locally in which someone has kicked down the door of a hotel room to get to a fleeing partner.

The mayor said the city would need stakeholders to get involved, and the provincial and federal governments would need to offer financial support. *** Councillor Greg Hoffort would like to have a report on the amount of materials being recycled in Estevan, and how the numbers compare with September 2013, when curbside recycling was first introduced. He also wants to see how much trash is being collected in Estevan. *** Council approved a request from the Estevan Slo-Pitch League to reduce their rental rates for this season and 2018.

Last year the city gave the slo-pitch league a discount in return for complet-

ing some upgrades at the Cactus Park east diamonds.

Parks manager Rod March said some significant, lowcost upgrades were completed to the facility to prepare the fields for 2017.

The softball association has been granted a fee reduction from $10,000 to $3,000. The savings should allow the association to do a larger project in 2019.

Slo-pitch league president Matt Kuntz said they have filled in gopher holes to improve player safety, blocked off designated areas for parking and set aside money for future improvements. *** The building permit report for May shows there were 10 permits issued worth $1,145,200, bringing the total for the year to 25 permits worth $2,623,200.

In the first five months of last year, 26 permits worth $6,727,953.85 were approved.

Last month saw five miscellaneous permits, three garage permits, one institutional permit and one single-family residential permit approved. *** Council gave first read-

ing to a bylaw to rename Woodlawn Avenue South to Collins Road. The road will be named after Bernie Collins, who was a longtime educator in Estevan.

He was also a city councillor, a mayor and a member of Parliament for SourisMoose Mountain.

Members of his family have also taken an active role in the community.

Ludwig noted that due to the lack of developments in the city, they have a backlog of name requests for streets. He said it was Hoffort who suggested that council should take a street that doesn’t have many houses on it, and name it after Collins. *** Veroba asked about installing traffic lights at the corner of Devonian Street and Kensington Avenue.

She noted there have been accidents at the intersection, and truck traffic has a hard time getting on the road.

Street lights were discussed for the intersection a few years ago, and the city’s traffic study indicated traffic lights would eventually be needed at the intersection.

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Charity is the name of the game The Estevan Kinsmen Clubs’ outdoor rink project got another boost of funding after organizers of Savour the Southeast presented a cheque of $43,000 from the proceeds of this year’s event.

Josh LeBlanc, co-chair of Savour the Southeast, said charity is the purpose of the new food and drink fest, which this May saw its second successful run, and he and his fellow organizers were eager to make the donation.

“This is why we do Savour every year; the whole point of it is so we can give money back to the community from the profits of the event,” he said.

“We were very excited to be able to give this large contribution to something we think is a great capital project that’ll leave a long lasting legacy to the residents of Estevan.”

Though attendance was down a bit this year he

said this year’s edition was still much better than the inaugural event because the new floor plan offered more mobility for attendees, as well as the fact that vendor numbers were up, offering more products for the hungry and thirsty crowd.

He added next year Savour the Southeast will be lining up even more food vendors to meet public demand and organizers are already working on a strategy to make it happen.

“As always, thank you to the sponsors, to the community for coming out and doing everything they did.

Thank you to the Kinsmen for all their help and volunteer hours. It’s a very large event for us to put on and it takes about 120 volunteers to make it happen,” said LeBlanc.

“So thank you to the community and thank you to the Kinsmen for being able to come out and help with that as well.”

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Participating in the cheque presentation from Savour the Southeast to the local Kin clubs were, from the left, Kinette Susan Colbow, Kinsmen Byron Stepp, Kinsmen president Corey Mclean, Savour the Southeast committee member Heidi Hesselink, event co-chair Josh LeBlanc, Kinsmen James Jones, Kinette Roberta DeRosier and Kinsmen Dan Hardern. Photo by Jaime Polmateer

Drewitz ballet exams results Students from the Dre- an individual goal for them. Lang, Sydney Lainton, Ella witz School of Dance in Students are strategi- Duke, Tegan Mosely, Cana Estevan, under the direc- cally marked in all specified Marsh and Payton Sernick.

Fan Nie and Kathryn tion of Lorie-Gay Drewitz- areas, including technique, Gallaway, recently received posture, musicality, presen- Orlowski-Lever received their results from the Royal tation and character, and merit recognition.

Sophia Fleck, SydAcademy of Dance (RAD) their dances are graded. The standard required to pass is ney Ross and Josie Hurren in London.

A new RAD curricu- worldwide throughout all earned distinction nods in Grade 1. Layla Kitz, Alexis lum has been implemented countries.

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In Grade 2 distinction With ballet being the Banff, Alberta.

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Distinction honours for Grade 5 went to Kaitlin Milbrandt, Elsie Alexander and Tiana Seeman. Lauren Kobitz, Emily Alexander and Eva Salamon took home merit awards.

Bryn Lamontagne received a distinction in Grade 6. Brielle Wakely, Colesey Goetz, Taylor Geisel and Kialey Kowalchuk took merit awards.

Distinction awards for Grade 7 went to Madison Zandee and Ricki Graham.

In Grade 8, Mia Hanson, Reese Handley, Destiny Adams, Amy Brook and Makenna Mack won merit awards.

As for RAD vocational exams, Ricki Graham, Madison Zandee and Destiny Adams won merit awards in the intermediate division, while Kelsey Romanyk and Reese Handley won merit awards in the Advanced 1 category.

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Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Entrepreneurship class receives award A group of young local entrepreneurs got some props for its work last week after attending the Junior Achievement Awards in Regina and grabbing the Product Design Award for its home made business.

Splended ice cream truck created by Estevan Comprehensive School’s Entrepreneurship 30 class received the award based on the originality of its product and lessons students learned while bringing the business to fruition.

Josh LeBlanc, teacher for Entrepreneurship 30, said ECS has always been lucky in having students with great innovative attitudes and abilities.

“The kids work hard and every year we see some type of success at the Junior Achievement Awards; we didn’t win the big one this year, but that’s okay,” he said.

“The fact that they still have some type of success to celebrate is great and every year the kids we have in this class, they work hard, they deserve to be recognized and that’s what happened

Estevan High School’s Entrepreneurship 30 class received the Product Design Award for its class project, an ice cream truck called Splended, at the Junior Achievement Awards in Regina last week. Back row from left: Jay Rabari, Avery Dechief, Sarah Wright, Peyton Holy, Jaelyn Carlisle and Preston Fieber. Middle row from left: Vineet Kaushik, Haley Yanish, Renee Lavoie, Avery Wheeler, Shelby Havel, Kyra Barabash, Elizabeth Wassman, Kendall Bill, Hannah Olfert, Marissa Carlberg, Sage Dayman, Nick Daneluk and Daymon Wanner. Front row from left: Rachel Kramer. Mariyah Korol, Naimh Savill, Shyanne Sealy and Emma Mckersie. Photo Submitted so we’re happy about that.”

The award ceremony took place on June 15 where roughly 30 ECS students attended to celebrate everything Junior Achievement related, LeBlanc said.

All southern Saskatchewan schools that take part in the Junior Achievement program attend and honours are given in various catego-

ries, as well as an induction of three individuals into the Achievement Business Hall of Fame.

“So it’s a really cool event for the kids to celebrate the successes that they had and the work they did throughout the year,” LeBlanc added.

“And it’s also pretty cool for them because they

get to see three very successful entrepreneurs be inducted into a plaza of honour for their hard work and (they) see what is needed to do to succeed in business.”

He pointed out his students learned a lot during the creation of Splended, figuring out how to do everything from negotiation lease amounts to wiring

and plumbing a food truck, which was good because LeBlanc himself isn’t of much help in some of those regards, he joked.

“This was a business that required a lot of extra hours for them to put in, I would say these kids have put in close to an extra 100 to 150 hours on top of the class time they were required to,”

he said.

“Thank you to the community for coming out and supporting these kids every year.”

According to LeBlanc, Splended will be shutting its door on June 22 so anyone with a craving for its ice cream based products should move quickly while supplies last.

Date set for fundraising documentary A fundraising screening of the documentary Locomotives of Bienfait will take place on July 23 at 2 p.m. at the Orpheum Theatre.

Bill Fraser, who directed and co-produced the production along with his wife Heather Mackenzie, said they are continuing with their campaign to support renovations for Locomotive No. 3522, which is located in Bienfait.

It’s one of three steam

engines showcased in the documentary that used to haul coal for mining companies in the Bienfait area.

Built by Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1907, Engine No. 3522 finished its working life in 1965. It was one of the last commercially operated steam locomotives in Canada. Now it stands as a tribute to miners who worked the coal fields at the turn of the 20th century.

Locomotive No. 3522 has been on display for

nearly 50 years, and it needs repairs, stripping and paint.

Mackenzie set up a GoFundMe page last fall, and so far it has raised $2,815 of its $10,000 goal.

“We’re hoping this will push us over the top so to speak, and that we will have a little more money to give to the town to help with the restoration,” said Fraser.

The film premiered at the Orpheum last November with two screenings.

Fraser said they attracted

about 250 people to each showing.

“We’re hoping that people who hadn’t seen it the first time will come out, and even if you have (seen it), come out again,” said Fraser. “We’re hoping to have a nice big crowd, and that people will enjoy the film and contribute to our fund.”

He’s not concerned with the timing of the fundraiser, even though many people will be on summer

vacation. This was a date that worked for all groups, including the Orpheum, and the July date gives them time to promote the screening.

Fraser and Mackenzie are also approaching various businesses in Estevan to see if they would like to donate items for a raffle.

Proceeds from the raffle will go to the renovation fund for the locomotive.

Fraser noted they are partnering with Southeast

Newcomer Services for the screening, which allows the fundraiser to be one of the events for the Culture Pass promotion being offered by local cultural agencies this summer for Canada’s 150th birthday celebrations.

“We’re really happy to be part of the celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday, and to be contributing a little bit … to that Culture Pass, and to the history of the Estevan and Bienfait areas,” said Fraser.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WATER/WASTEWATER PLANT SUPERINTENDENT Reports to: WTP Services Manager Summary: Oversees daily operations of the Water/Wastewater Treatment Services and supervises all direct reports.

Length of Position: Temporary, Full Time, 1 year term with possibility of extension.

Duties: § Works with and provides management and leadership for staff involved in water and wastewater treatment operations. § Ensure Plant QA/QC is maintained, advise and assist staff to make sure the requirements are met and ensure operation of the Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant meets provincial guidelines. § Coordinates facilities maintenance and ensures facilities instrumentation is calibrated and programmed. § Oversees scheduling and reviews for Water/Wastewater Treatment Employees § Submit justifications for budget requests, and assist in controlling expenditures § Provide or coordinate staff training, working with employees to correct deficiencies § Participates in hiring, appraisals, promotions, demotions, transfer, suspension, or dismissal of staff. § Investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints § Maintain time, material and equipment use records; requisition supplies and materials. § Complete work activities safely and monitor the performance of all work activities to ensure compliance with the City of Estevan Safety program. § Any other duties as assigned.

Education: § Diploma of Technology such as Water Resources Engineering Technology § AScT or CET designation § Proficiency in Computer Software.

§ Valid Class 5 Drivers License § Water & Wastewater Treatment Certification – Class IV Water Treatment, Class III Wastewater Treatment and Class II Water Distribution

Experience and Additional Requirements 5 years of Municipal experience including three years of supervisory experience Application Deadlines This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The City of Estevan offers a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package.

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For further information or to apply, please contact: Sheryl March,Human Resource Generalist 1102-4th Street, Estevan, SK S4A 0W7 Ph: (306) 634-1841 Fax: (306) 634-9790 apply@estevan.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

BYLAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER Hours of Work: Full Time - Monday to Friday Duties and Responsibilities: Enforcement of City of Estevan Bylaws, Property Maintenance, Parking Enforcement, Animal Control, etc.

Respond to incoming complaints and general public inquiries regarding Bylaws.

Issue tickets for Bylaw offences and maintain a daily report management system.

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The Successful Candidate Must possess a valid driver’s license Must have suitable computer skills Must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills Must be able to work independently and efficiently

Must be able to understand and work within the justice system Must pass a Police Security Clearance Process Successful applicant will be placed on a one year probationary period.

Applications available at the Estevan Police Service.

Please return completed applications with an up to date resume to: Chief of Police, Estevan Police Service 301-11th Ave., Estevan, Sask., S4A 1C7 Deadline to apply is JUNE 30th, 2017.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

LAND DEVELOPMENT PERFORMANCE DEPOSIT PROCEDURES As per the new amendments to Zoning Bylaw #2010-1834, performance deposit may be requested to ensure compliance with any development standards. Effective May 31, 2017, deposits shall be required alongside a development/building permit for the following types of projects:

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• Any new residential dwelling or an addition to an existing residential dwelling; • Any new commercial structure, addition, or accessory building over 120 square metres; • Any new industrial structure, addition, or

accessory building over 120 square metres; and, • Any other development with special development standards as determined by the Development Officer or the Building Official.

The performance deposit amount will be calculated as 5% of total estimated value of construction, to a maximum of $5,000. The deposit will be collected at the same time as the Development Permit fee, or the Building Permit fee in case of residential development. The deposit will be returned in its entirety when the following conditions are met: Any performance deposit held for a period greater than two (2) years will be forfeited to the city.

• The applicant has requested a final inspection of the project; • All conditions of the permit of been completed to the satisfaction of either the Development Officer or Building Official;

• The structure is compliant with the National Building Code 2010; and • The project has been completed within two (2) years of the permit issuance or an extension for the project has been granted and the work is completed in that time period.

Any applicant may make a request in writing to extend the period by one (1) year. An applicant cannot make more than two requests for any given project. All requests must be made within the end of the given time frame.

All performance deposit inquiries may be forwarded to Land Development Services

CITY OF ESTEVAN 2017 WATERMAIN FLUSHING SCHEDULE The City of Estevan will be doing maintenance work to ensure good water quality for all users of City water. This work includes the turning of main water valves around the City, and flushing large quantities of water from various hydrants in each area. If your water appears discoloured during the days your area is scheduled for this work (see schedule below), please run a faucet for a few minutes until the water is clear again.

If the water remains dirty for a longer period, please contact City Hall at 634-1800 to let us know.

Thank you for your understanding during this important maintenance!

2017 SUMMER ART CAMPS Art Scientists: July 3-7 9am-Noon or 1pm-4pm In this camp, participants will get to create their own pieces of art and materials using scientific experiments.

Art and Advertising: July 17-20 9am-Noon or 1pm-4pm In this camp participants will create ads for local businesses that will be advertised in the Estevan Mercury.

Make Like the Masters: July 10-13 9am-Noon or 1pm-4pm In this camp, participants will study famous artists through the ages and create their own versions of their artwork.

Art Exploration: July 24-27 9am-Noon or 1pm-4pm In this camp, participants will create artwork using a variety of mixed media: painting, sculpture, drawing etc.

For children ages 7-12 years $50/child/week.

Pre-payment is required. You may register for a morning OR an afternoon session,not both.

Outside playtime included, participants may bring a snack.

Call 634-7644 to register or email Karly at galleryed@sasktel.net

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE BYLAW 2005-1711 SECTION 14 All residents are asked to keep their properties clean and free from: · Garbage and junk · Junked vehicles · Excessive growth of weeds and grass – including boulevards and behind fence in alleys · Infestations of rodents or vermin · Dead or hazardous trees · Accumulation of pet wastes · Keep vegetation on sidewalks clear

Please use public or your own garbage receptacle when cleaning up after your pets

(1) Monday –Friday June 19-30 2017 Area Bounded by City Cemetery on the North, King Street on the South, Sister Roddy Road on the West (formerly Woodlawn Avenue), and Souris Road (Hwy 47N) on the East (includes Dominion Heights, Pleasantdale, and Royal Heights regions, as well as Cundall Drive, Woo-

dend Place, Chinook Bay and Hwy 47N Service Road) (2) Tuesday– Wednesday July 4 -12 2017 Area bounded by Spruce Drive and Princess Street on the North, King Street on the South, Souris Avenue on the West, and Kensington on the East (includes Hillside and Scotsburn regions) (3) Thursday– Friday July 13-21 2017 Area bounded by King Street on the North, CPR Railroad on the South, 14th Ave on the West, and Kensington on the East (includes 7th Street, 8th Street, 9th Street, Centennial, Trojan, and Soo Industrial regions) (4) Monday- Friday July 24-28 2017 Area bounded by Kensington on the West, Sawyer Road on the East, North and South City Limits (includes Glen Peterson Industrial Park, East Industrial, Southeast Industrial regions, and properties along Hwy 39E Service Road)

SANITARY SEWER MAIN AND STORM SEWER FLUSHING PROGRAM Beginning Tuesday, May 2, 2017 and continuing to Friday, September 1, 2017, the Water and wastewater Division will be carrying out Sanitary Sewer Main Flushing and Storm sewer Flushing, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. with the occasional carry over to 6:00 p.m. During the periods of jetting, residents and businesses are advised to securely cap basement floor drains. Storm sewer will have no effect on homes and business’.

2017 Program Area will encompass all streets East of Souris Ave and North of the CPR Railroad tracks within City limits including: Drader Street Hwy 47 N Souris Avenue (East Side) Queen Street Phillips Place Garner Place Edward Street Edward Place Albert Street

Isabelle Street Eva Street Henry Street George Street Victoria Avenue Alexandra Avenue Arthur Avenue Dufferin Avenue Bannatyne Avenue Princess Street

Garrish Place Maple Bay Willow Bay Pine Avenue Poplar Bay Kensington Avenue King Street Yardley Place Hastings Place Smith Street

Milne Crescent Orlowski Avenue Holmgren Bay Peterson Drive Heritage Avenue Marwood Street Walker Road Moss Avenue Trout Crescent Brooks Road

Clasky Drive Abbot Bay Frehlick Bay Seregella Place Ross Court Wahba Court Symons Bay Rooney Road Nesbitt Drive Bourquin Road

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Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Ron Wanner is a Southeast Saskatchewan Legend

By Brian Zinchuk brian.zinchuk@sasktel.net

On June 7, Estevan’s Ronald J. Wanner was inducted as a Southeast Saskatchewan Legend during the Saskatchewan Oil and Gas Show. Minister of Energy and Resources Dustin Duncan read Wanner’s biography during the induction ceremony, which has been edited here. The full version will appear in an upcoming edition of Pipeline News.

Wanner is the patriarch behind Viking Oilfield Surplus Ltd. and its several affiliated companies. Over the years, the group grew to be a nearly completely vertically integrated oilfield operation that included an oil producing company, T. Bird Oil, Venture Well Servicing, with its own service rigs and drilling rig, Viking Trucking, and Viking Oilfield Surplus. There’s even a holding company for the real estate and some farm land.

Wanner grew up on a farm, 13 kilometres south of Macoun, and started working at the OK Economy hauling groceries in 1961, right after graduating high school. He went to school in Regina for a bookkeeping course.

In December 1962, he found work with British American Oil as an accountant in Estevan. Over the next 10 years, he worked in

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many departments, including oil accounting, accounts payable, and purchasing.

In 1966, a farm friend and schoolmate, Ron Stregger, and Wanner bought a new backhoe together.

Eventually the business grew to the point where Gulf (who had bought out British American) told him to choose — work for them, or work on his own.

On May 1, 1972, he struck out fully on his own, operating under Ron’s Trenching and Hauling, a short-lived venture doing water and sewer work in the city, as well as subdivision projects. He soon shifted focus.

In 1972, he started Viking Surplus Oilfield Equipment. Gulf, who had 10 surplus treaters for sale but didn’t get one bid. To get these surplus treaters off their books, they accepted the token amount of $100 each from Viking.

When moving these 10 treaters into the Viking Yard a stroke of good fortune occurred. As they were unloading the treaters, a man drove up in a half-tonne with Montana plates on it.

Due to a strike in the United States pressure vessel manufacturing industry, there was a pronounced shortage south of the border.

The man made him an offer of $3,000 each for them and walked to his truck, and cut a check for $3,000 and $500 to ship

it to Cutbank, Montana.

On the trip down Wanner stopped at National Tank in Williston, N.D. and asked if they were looking for treaters. The response was “We’re looking for treaters in any condition.” Wanner responded that he had no money. The man gave him a check, telling him, “You’re my man. You will buy them.”

After that they hauled approximately 100 treaters to Gillette, Montana.

They cleaned out Estevan, Virden, Kindersley and Swift Current of all the old vessels.

Other shortages followed. Along the way, Viking Surplus got into machining, rebuilding pump unit parts, drill pipe, tubing, casing and pump unit parts.

Viking also had three or four picker trucks, and used to haul their own equipment until 1997, when Wanner’s two sons, Kelly and Cory bought it out. Other family members have also been involved in various Wanner businesses.

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A little orange ball of fur darts around the office of the Estevan Humane Society (EHS) with mischievous impunity as he’s let out of his cage for some afternoon exercise.

“Ronin pretty much gets the run of the place,” said Kendelle Lesiuk, public relations student for EHS. “He marches to the beat of his own drum.”

Nine-week-old Ronin is just one of many cats and kittens brought to the shelter in recent weeks and EHS is encouraging anyone looking for a new pet not to be shy about adoption.

Because of the current proximity to kitten season the shelter’s had a great deal of stray felines arrive, taking the amount past its normal capacity of about 40 cats and kittens to 66.

“We have a lot of litters, I think we have five of them. So it just puts a strain on our staff and resources,” added Lesiuk.

“We’ve got so many kittens that are ready to go as well as full grown cats, so if you can adopt that’s awesome and if you can’t adopt we’re always open to people fostering cats as well because we are limited

in space here.”

Lesiuk puts little Ronin back in his cage and walks down the halls of the shelter, pointing out the many rooms full of kittens, some playing together and jumping into little baskets, feeding with their momma cats or just lounging around.

In one room banks of kennels house the fuller grown cats, and while it’s apparent they’re all well cared for, the way they meow and rush to the doors of the kennels when she walks in shows they’re likely itching for new homes.

In the past two weeks or so animal control has been bringing cats into the shelter steadily, to the point where EHS staff have even been bringing some home to make more room.

“We definitely encourage people coming down and adopting them because we have some pretty cute kitties right now and the full grown ones of course are just as adorable,” said Lesiuk.

“They’ve all got such unique personalities.”

She added if a person isn’t able to adopt or foster, it’s good for them to at least educate other pet owners on the importance of spaying

Due to a recent influx of cats at the Estevan Humane Society, public relations student Kendelle Lesiuk encourages residents to adopt or foster from the shelter.

Photo by Jaime Polmateer and neutering.

Those who are looking to adopt and foster can visit the shelter between 5 and 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, or 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekends.

Alternatively, the shelter can also be messaged via the EHS Facebook page where pictures of new arrivals are regularly updated and ready to be perused,

and a member of that staff will be quick to respond.

As mentioned, the volume of new animals puts a strain on the shelter’s resources, so donations of dry food, litter and cash are also always welcome.

The cost for adoption is $225 per cat, which ensures they’ll be spayed or neutered and to fix your own cat is about $150 per cat.

City announces summer program schedule The City of Estevan’s Leisure Services division has announced details on the new summer programs that will be taking place at the RM of Estevan Aquatic Centre in July and August.

These programs were created with feedback from local residents.

The first program will be Lifeguard Bootcamp, which runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from July 4 to 27. Classes will run from 9 to 9:45 a.m. each day.

“This program is designed to help swimmers that are 11 years of age and

older who may be interested in a future career at the pool,” said Erin Wilson, the program manager for leisure services. “It will get that pre-lifeguard some additional knowledge to prepare for advanced lessons.”

Mermaid Camp runs from July 4 to 25, with sessions happening every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m.

“The Mermaid Camp is great for kids aged eight to 12. Most kids have this dream of becoming a mermaid; we want to help make it a reality. We provide all the equipment, all you need

to supply is a swimsuit,” said Wilson.

The Blackfin Swim Club is a recreational noncompetitive swim club that runs from August 8 to 25.

This club is for children ages seven to 18. Young people can swim Monday through Friday, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

“The Blackfin Swim Club is designed to improve participants’ endurance and strokes,” said Wilson. “It is led by an instructor with speed swimming experience.”

Adult drop-in lessons

are every Sunday from July 9 to 30, from 7 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.

“This program is a drop in program that helps adults learn a new skill or practice an old one.” said Wilson. “There is a $10 drop in fee so you don’t have to have a huge commitment. You can come a couple times or all four times.”

Wilson also noted that people can register for the programs online via the City of Estevan’s website, or by calling the leisure services office.

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Sharks coaches and athlete earn awards

By Corey Atkinson sports@estevanmercury.ca

An athlete and a pair of Estevan Sharks Water Polo Club coaches swam away with awards from the Saskatchewan Water Polo Association Awards recently.

Charlotte Andrist won the U14 Girls Athlete of the Year and coaches Mona Hack and Tania Andrist were named the coaches of the year for their work on the various teams, announced at the Water Polo Saskatchewan banquet Saturday in Regina.

“I was really surprised,” said Charlotte Andrist, one of a family of water polo players.

“I’ve been doing it my whole life, it’s a really fun sport, all the people are really nice,” said Charlotte Andrist.

It was Charlotte who brought her mom into the sport, according to the younger Andrist, and her younger twin sisters followed her into the sport also.

“Growing up, I got put into water polo because a couple of my friends were in water polo,” she said.

“I needed a sport for the

Marcus DeLeeuw gets set to perform the 25 metre backstroke at the Golden Eels Mini Meet Wednesday at the Estevan Aquatic Centre. Photo

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From the left, Tania Andrist, Charlotte Andrist and Mona Hack stand with their recently-won awards. winter, so mom got into it after me.”

Hack said her and Tania Andrist have grown a lot as coaches over the past few years in the sport.

“We’ve just really grown as far as how we play our kids and what we want to see from our kids,” Hack said. “It’s not about

winning, it’s about wanting to develop the kids and seeing them grow.”

Andrist said that she and Hack grew in confidence as coaches also.

“We feel we’re as entitled as the other coaches to be there, even the ones that have a lot more water polo experience,” she said. “This

Charlotte Andrist in action earlier this season. Submitted photo

year was a year where there was confidence in lots of times where we’d be splitting up. There’d be our boys team playing and our girls team playing on different sides of the pool, trying to coach our teams. And there was a real confidence in both of us. It’s OK. We actually do know what we’re doing. And it showed. We had really positive results this year.”

Also helping was getting the trust with dealing with the same players over previous years.

“We’ve been coaching a lot of the same players over the past three years already,” Hack said. “They know how we coach and what we live to see.”

Both coaches Hack and Andrist have a few more years left as coaches as both have children in the level they’re coaching.

“I think we’ll stay with it for a little longer,” Hack said.

Golden Eels kick off swimming season

By Corey Atkinson sports@estevanmercury.ca

The youngest members of the Estevan Golden Eels Swim Club got their feet wet – both figuratively and literally – in competitions this past week.

The club hosted a mini meet for some of their youngest competitors to get them used to going to meets, and then some of the swimmers went to Humboldt to enjoy the competition there and pick up some medals.

Only eight members of the club went to swim at Humboldt

over the weekend, but three of them got medals for overall performance.

During the regular swim season, each competitor earns points for the top finishings in the races, and the total points earned during the races determine the medals.

In the ages 7-8 girls, Rachel Duncan won a gold medal, while in the 13-14 boys, Josh Wilson won bronze. Cassidy Reich, the team’s coach, won silver for the 18 and over girls.

The team will travel to Regina over the weekend for the second meet of the season at the Lawson Aquatic Centre.

Races cancelled, Canada Day next on schedule A rainy weekend in the southeast meant races had to be cancelled at the Estevan Motor Speedway.

There was a special Kids Night and Pack The Track With Pink planned for the evening, but those may have

to be rescheduled.

There is currently no makeup date for the races, which were also to have included the Fast 40 Late Model Show. Also to be included were the Goudy Transport Slingshots, High

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Girls level up with Coaler Rollers

By Corey Atkinson sports@estevanmercury.ca

After only a few years in the sport, members of the Estevan Coaler Rollers junior roller derby team are picking up new skills in a game they clearly enjoy.

The Coaler Rollers had four players level up in skill from benchmark level two to benchmark level three, which is the highest level they can get for playing as juniors. The Tank, Heidi Hipwrecker, Zero and Beautiful Nightmare were the ones who leveled up to three.

“We were a little bit nervous in our first game, going how are they going to fit in,” said Loreei Lachambre, president of the South East Sask Roller Derby Association Sunday at their season-ending event at the Bienfait Memorial Arena. “And you would have never known that they didn’t play level three last year. They fit in to the lines perfectly. They upped their game and they became more aggressive.

Kudos to them.”

Some of the level ones who moved up to level two were, Pscyhopath, Godzilla

and Mammoth Crusher, Lachambre said. These girls took a leadership role and “really are pushing themselves to get to the next level,” she said. “We’re super proud of those three.”

The girls can play level three until they’re 17 and then can join a women’s league – except there’s no team in Estevan currently to fill that void. If they move as adults or go to school or start their own team though, they can jump in on any other team as a level three.

“That would be wonderful,” she said. “Right now we’re still a little bit young. Our level three team has 13 and 14-yearolds, but in two or three years time when they’re 16, 17-year-olds, if there was a group of adults that said ‘Let’s join up and get a team going’, that would be awesome. We’re just a little bit young still.”

Not that that was the big concern Sunday. Most of the players that levelled up have only been playing for a short time, as the club has only existed for four years. The players were enjoying the camaraderie of the late afternoon as

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Moving up to the next level was a big deal for Beautiful Nightmare.

“It took a lot of work and a lot of practice to build up the endurance so we had the skill,” she said.

“The coaches pushed us in practice, making sure we got to where we wanted for moving up in levels.”

For Beautiful Nightmare, it’s a sport that she finally found that she enjoyed.

“I’ve never found a sport that I love this much,” she said. “I’d love to play again for a long time...

“Your team becomes such a great family. I love it.”

Moving up a level and becoming a leader, Mammoth Crusher also enjoys the sport after all the work she put into her skating.

“This year I pushed a little bit harder,” she said.

“One year they just came to our school and I was like ‘Maybe I should try it out.’ I thought it was interesting.”

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Lacrosse teams make it to the next stage

By Corey Atkinson sports@estevanmercury.ca

Both the Bantam Warriors and Midget Thunder teams took to the home court Monday at Affinity Place and knocked off Weyburn teams to make it to the second round of the playoffs.

The Warriors won 4-3 and the Thunder rolled to a 15-0 thrashing of the Weyburn teams, putting both teams closer to provincials.

The Warriors were

down 2-1 going into the third period against a Thrashers team their coach felt should not have been that close.

“The first two periods, they were just dull, not playing well,” said Darcey Williams. “It’s almost like they weren’t warmed up.”

Weyburn scored their first goal of the game on an own goal on a misplay by a defenceman with 5:55 left in the first period. The Warriors tied up the game with a clean shot through

by Layne Gilroy on the

Thunder player Jakob Dukart closes in on net with a Weyburn Thasher behind him in their 15-0 playoff win Monday.

power play in the second period. Weyburn took a 2-1 lead on a power play goal with 2:07 left in the period.

“The third period, I don’t know what happened to sort it out but it seemed like the whole team was different,” said Williams.

With crisper play from the Warriors, two goals came from Tanner Hall and one came from Jackson Miller. Although Weyburn scored late to pull to within one goal, it wasn’t enough.

“The guys just had an off day and were lucky to squeak out the win,” Williams said.

The team moves to the next round of the playoffs, expected to be in Moose Jaw later this week against the Mustangs.

As for the Thunder, there isn’t a lot to say about a game that was 15-0. The Thunder led 6-0 and 10-0 after the first two periods and were never in any real danger of not winning the game.

“They played well tonight but we still have some work to do,” said Thunder coach Jim Lud-

Warriors player Tanner Hall cuts to the inside on a Weyburn Thrasher in their 4-3 playoff win Monday. wig. “We know exactly where Weyburn’s at. That’s where we were a little while ago. They’re going to be a good team too someday. It’s all in game experience.”

The Thrashers were 0-12 in the regular season, giving up 127 goals and scoring only eight. The

Thunder were 3-8-1 in the regular season – their only three wins coming against the Thrashers – and now play the league-leading Regina Rush (10-0-2) in the next round of the playoffs. Ludwig said they’re a very skilled team.

“I think the biggest improvement I’ve seen

in the guys is the passing and using each other and just playing good team offence.”

In the Pee Wee Voltz games on the weekend, the Voltz lost 9-3 to the Outlaws and won 7-6 over the Axemen Saturday, before wining 8-5 over the Outlaws Sunday in the playoff.

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Minchin, team win Lady Pro Am in Saskatoon sports@estevanmercury.ca

Amanda Minchin’s penchant for competing well in tournaments is starting to become well known.

Minchin won the PGA Sask Lady Pro Am at Saskatoon’s Greenbryre Golf Club earlier this month and was the only golf pro on the unique course.

“Those events are a good way to connect with your members and connect with the people who play your golf course,” said Minchin, the TS&M Woodlawn Golf Club’s pro. “The goal is to go and have fun. For myself, I’m obviously playing in an event with the other pros in Saskatchewan so there’s a team aspect and the individual aspect as well. It’s a competitive round but it’s

also fun as well.”

Her expectations with the team weren’t to win the event, but they did anyway.

Estevan’s Jane Moriarty and Cathy Empey played on her team.

The teams scores were determined by two scores per hole, net ball. The players with handicaps got 75 per cent of their handicaps.

Greenbryre is a different kind of golf course, with only 12 holes versus the usual 18.

“I’ve played it once and they never played it,” Minchin said. “It’s a cool layout, six and six. A front six and a back six... We played a practice round so that helped. But that speaks volumes to how well they played. One practice round you don’t typically feel completely comfortable but they

Left to right; Cathy Empey, Amanda Minchin, Jane Moriarty, Arlene Callaway (Saskatoon) and Brad Vinnick (Head Pro at Greenbryre). seemed to figure it out.”

Minchin is also helping out as an assistant coach with the Golf Saskatchewan High Performance Team for a Canada Summer Games qualifier. Two members of the top 25 members in the province are from Estevan

(Jayce Carlisle and Jayden Dudas), and at Deer Valley they played 36 holes along with a camp Sunday.

The club is gearing towards hosting the FutureLinks Golf Canada Western Canadian championships the first week of July.

Eels Advice Estevan Golden Eels Swim Club coach Cassidy Reich instructs members of the Eels at the Mini Meet at the RM of Estevan Aquatic Centre Wednesday afternoon. The event saw several newer members of the club get valuable meet experience. Photo

by Corey Atkinson

Travis Merritt TS&M Woodlawn Golf Club One of the quickest ways to lower your handicap or average score is to improve your putting.

The next time you go play a round of golf, keep track of how many putts you take. The pros that you see on TV average under 30 putts for an 18hole round of golf.

Good putting starts with good fundamentals.

A good neutral grip where the hands work as a unit, the grip pressure is light.

A good solid setup position is where your feet are shoulder width apart, with the weight on the balls of your feet.

Good posture is a major key to hitting good putts. During the setup position, I like to see the eyes directly over the ball.

If your eye line is inside your ball line, it can lead to pushing putts.

If your eye line is outside your ball line, it can lead to pulling putts.

Good putters al ways accelerate the club through impact and hit the ball with the center of the club face. The stroke itself is made with the

shoulders, not by bending your wrists.

The length of your stroke will determine the length of the putt.

There are many ways to practice your putting.

We have a large practice putting green here at the TS&M Woodlawn Golf Club where you can come and work on your game.

Our professional staff can assist you in developing a good stroke, practice routine and help you find a putter. You always want to practice long and short putts.

The clock drill is a great way to work on your putting. Pick a hole and place balls 10 feet from the cup; you want to make sure you have at least six balls so that you can make a 10-foot circle around the hole.

Try to make putts and don’t leave the putts too short or long. Do this drill from different lengths, and challenge friends to see who can have the lowest score. This is a great drill to help lower your scores and a fun way to compete with friends.

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Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Lyme disease forces southeast resident to head to Germany for treatment

By David Willberg dwillberg@estevanmercury.ca

A southeast Saskatchewan woman is heading overseas for a second time to receive treatment for a life-threating condition.

Sheri Vincent is a former Estevan resident who now resides in Glen Ewen with her husband Guy and their five children, four of whom were adopted from the foster care system and have special needs.

She has been diagnosed with Stage 3 neurological Lyme disease with a bartonella co-infection.

Vincent will travel to the Klinik St. Georg in Germany this summer to re-

discovered it can be used to cure people of Lyme disease.

“They put you under, like you’re asleep, and they raise your body temperature up to 41.5 C, and when it gets to that temperature, it actually kills the spirochetes, the Lyme bugs,” said Vincent.

After two weeks of treatment, about 80 per cent of people have been cured of the disease, she said. Some people aren’t cured, but are left with some symptoms that can be managed. Others are like Vincent and have very severe and life-threatening symptoms.

“The way they describe it is like cancer,” said Vincent. “The worse it is, the more treatments you may need.”

The treatment and care she received in Germany were outstanding, she said. The people are very knowledgeable, and are known internationally for being leaders in Lyme disease treatment.

While she was in Germany the last time, Vincent noted there was a map of the world where people could indicate where they were from, and there were dozens of people from Saskatchewan, and many more from other parts of the world.

When she returns to the Klinik St. Georg from July 30 to August 13, there will again be several therapies performed, but this time there will be three main components: a hyperthermia treatment, several rounds of blood cleansing and stem cell regeneration.

Vincent was diagnosed with neurological Lyme disease last year, but suffered associated symptoms, such as extreme

ceive treatment, because she says the Canadian government doesn’t provide sufficient treatment or support for people with the disease.

The federal government recently announced $4 million in funding for research and diagnosis of the disease, but Vincent still has to travel to Germany for the treatment.

She travelled to the German clinic last year to receive treatment for Lyme disease. Their main treatment is a hyperthermia treatment, which she said is used in Canada to treat cancer. It has been used for cancer in Germany as well, but Vincent said they have

Former Estevan resident Sheri Vincent (back row, third from left) will travel to Germany this summer for treatment of neurological Lyme disease. Pictured with her are, back row, from the left, son Noah, husband Guy and son Ezra. Front row, from the left, Adam, Bethany and Jacob. Also pictured is their dog Daisy.

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dizziness, blurry vision, numbness on the left side of her body and extreme pain at the base of her skull for the first time in December 2014.

She was hospitalized for eight days, had an MRI to rule out a stroke, was given steroids, and prescribed antivirals, antibiotics, seizure meds and pain killers. She left the hospital with no explanation or diagnosis regarding what she was experiencing.

Since then, Vincent has never been symptom free. She suffers from pain all over her body, pain at the base of the skull and inner ear pain. She also suffers extreme fatigue and weakness. To make matters worse, she often can’t sleep well, if at all, and when she doesn’t get sleep it drastically worsens the other symptoms.

She experiences light headedness and memory loss, has difficulty thinking, and has sensitivity to light, heat and weather changes.

The first time someone suggested she might be diagnosed with Lyme disease was in July 2016

by Dr. Toby Bridgman, a naturopathic doctor who was practicing in Weyburn at the time. Vincent had to send test results to the U.S. before she was diagnosed with Lyme disease, and has since had it confirmed several times.

“If you have functional Lyme … where you can more or less function, but you have some symptoms that kind of bother you, that kind of thing you might be able to have some help with in Canada with a naturopath or a doctor who is able to prescribe a few things for the actual symptoms,” said Vincent.

“But once you hit third stage Lyme, the Lyme is winning, and that’s when it

becomes life-threatening, and people really need adequate treatment.”

Her cousin, Sherri Tessier of North Portal, has started a GoFundMe page. A total of $4,240 had been raised as of Monday afternoon. The campaign has a goal of $50,000.

Tessier noted that Vincent’s total expenses thus far have been $1,500 for an MRI in Red Deer, Alberta, $20,000 for a stem cell treatment in Arizona in May 2016 and $50,000 for her first round of treatment in Germany.

Her monthly medication and supply costs are approximately $4,000.

She then has the cost associated with the next treatment in Germany this August, which are pro-

jected to be $40,000.

Vincent said the support from the community has been excellent. People are behind her desire to go back to Germany, and they support her desire to raise awareness of Lyme disease.

“It’s still important to me that the story is heard, and we want change, because even if it doesn’t happen in time for me, I want it to happen in time for others,” said Vincent.

“I want the government to see that people are suffering and dying. And even if it’s not in time to save me, I want others to not have to go through that.”

A fundraising barbecue will be held at the Peavey Mart in Estevan on June 24, starting at 11 a.m.

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Rainy Day At The Race Ashlee Mack and Shelby Peterson braved the rain Saturday morning to participate in the Souris Valley Theatre’s Dash for Cash, which had participants racing to solve clues for prize money.

A collaborative future for education

By Jaime Polmateer jpolmateer@estevanmercury.ca

As the world moves further into the 21st century so must education and the way it’s applied.

This is becoming more apparent in the Holy Family Roman Catholic Separate School Division as it

takes a stronger focus on what it calls 21st century learning, exposing students to modern technology for educational purposes.

“We first of all have a learning plan, which talks about what we’re encouraging our teachers to do and that’s the first piece,” said Gwen Keith,

director of education for the division.

“So it’s not like, here’s my tech order form with all the goodies I’d like, it’s not that at all. It’s, what is my learning plan? What do I want to accomplish with children to work on my 21st century competencies?

How can I leverage the

Police arrest two for impaired driving Members of the Estevan Police Service arrested two motorists for impaired driving during the June 16 night shift.

A 30-year-old man from Estevan was stopped and arrested for impaired driving and failing to provide a suit-

able breath sample. He was lodged in cells until sober and released for court. His vehicle was also seized.

Also, a 39-year-old man from British Columbia was stopped for speeding.

A roadside demand for a breath sample was made

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Members conducted impaired driving check stops throughout the night shift. More than 1,100 vehicles were checked in various locations of the city.

technology in that area?”

Some of those things the division would like to accomplish are more collaboration, critical thinking and creativity as well as communication, not just among students in Holy Family, but across divisions, provinces and even other countries.

An example Keith gave was connecting with a classroom in China and letting students in the Holy Family division get a first hand look at what the experience of being a student on the other side of the world is like.

Kids in both classrooms could work on individual projects together and share knowledge in a way that would be impossible without 21st century technology.

“We have connections to nine major countries, so as these groups look at how they want to increase competencies . . . being able to

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PUBLIC NOTICE RM of CYMRI No. 36

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the RM of Cymri No. 36 intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 2015-02, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT The proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment adds regulations to the Zoning Bylaw allowing for exemptions in the maximum allowable site size in the Agricultural District where it is deemed necessary.

AFFECTED LAND The affected lands include all the lands within in the Agricultural District.

REASON The reason for the amendment is to allow Council to consider exemptions to the maximum site size for parcels in the Agricultural District.

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Cymri No. 36 office located in Midale during regular office hours from 8:30 am to 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday excluding holidays. Copies of the bylaw will be made available at cost.

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say look, our kindergarten class is looking at this and your kindergarten class is looking at this, how can they work together?” she said.

“So whether they’re Skyping in or conferencing in in other ways, how can they problem solve together? And so these are real realities, but you have to know what kind of networks you have.”

Keith added each of the schools in the division have submitted requests for equipment based on how they’d like to use it to leverage education for their students, detailing what they’d like to do and the strategies for making it happen.

“So it means things like more Chromebooks and 3D printers and different kinds of ways of addressing the technology,” she said.

The school division isn’t interested in one-toone types of technology, she added, but is more interested in getting equipment that’ll promote team-

work, collaboration and cooperation while also giving students more choices in how they want to learn.

The more students have the chance to use technology to problem solve together, the more engaged, interested and involved they’ll be, she said, making the learning more authentic while also allowing them to learn in new ways.

Students need to be prepared for the future and it’s up to school divisions to strategically improve how 21st century capabilities are woven in with the existing provincial curriculum.

“So it’s not just like an add on, it’s permeated in very much like our Catholic education is permeated,” said Keith.

“At the end of the day when you walk into the school you should very much see and feel that presence of the Catholic agenda, (same as) with the technology infusion and deep learning thinking.”

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Classroom Party The Grade 2 class at Hillcrest School in Estevan had a special day on Thursday, thanks to a pizza party with members of the Estevan Police Service. The police brought pizza to the classroom because one of its students, Liam Flavell, won the service’s Name the Puppy contest earlier this spring. Liam’s suggestion of the name Max was selected. Hillcrest students Haley Murphy, Rayne Duff, Tianna Wallman, Ava Schoenthal, Liam Flavell and Sydney Lainton were joined by Const. Lana Gropp, Sgt. Tyler McMillen and Const.

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A five-year-old boy was busily drawing and his mother inquired into what it was.

“I’m drawing a picture of Adam and Eve,” the boy said.

“But nobody knows what Adam and Eve looked like,” she said.

“They will,” replied the boy, “when I get through.”

I’m sorry, folks, but this is my last column. Nine

years is enough. I want to thank all my friends and fans who liked it and told me so.

Many, many thanks.

Carrie Leptich was the winner in bridge for the week of June 12. Dave Donachie was second and Doris Heidinger came in third.

Carol Thomas finished first in cribbage. Darlene Sylvester came in second and Elizabeth Olson was third.

A man approached an ice cream van and said, “I’d like two scoops of chocolate ice cream, please.”

The girl behind the counter replied, “I’m very sorry, sir, but our delivery didn’t come this morning.

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“In that case,” the man continued, “I’ll have two scoops of chocolate ice cream.”

“You don’t understand, sir,” she said. “We have no chocolate.”

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The man spelled “va-n.”

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The R.M. of Benson No. 35 requires an experienced seasonal equipment operator, mainly for grading, mowing, as well as road repairs, fixing culverts, rock picking and other miscellaneous duties.

We offer competitive wages and an excellent benefit package.

TO BE WON!

% Financing

R.M. OF BENSON NO. 35

Responsibility is to load and move heavy equipment to various locations.

DOOR PRIZES

GRAND RE-OPENING

SEASONAL EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

SALE

5894

3 x ACDelco Oil Filter 1 x ACDelco Fuel Filter #duramaxdiy * See our Parts department while quantities last

GLASS CLEANER BUY 3 $ 31 GET 1 FREE 14 + TAX

Position Responsibilities • To effectively manage the inflow of vendor invoices for the entire regional office.

• Review and verify accuracy of submitted invoices and employee expense reports (e.g. billing, taxes, approvals, coding and duplication checks) and identify appropriate actions to resolve discrepancies.

• To ensure invoices are processed timely in Open Invoice system.

• To effectively manage vendor support through handling information requests and assisting with vendor setup.

• Check vendor statements for outstanding invoices, investigate and resolve any vendor queries.

• Provide assistance with preparation of PST and GST returns.

• Assist with the month-end close process (e.g. accruals, account reconciliations, journal entries).

• Continually analyze current processes and recommend/ implement improvements ensuring a results driven focus.

• Maintaining secure records of signed reports and vendor information for audit and reference purposes.

• Assist in the year-end close process and audit process.

• Provide relevant support to internal and external stakeholders.

• Other ad hoc tasks as required within the regional and corporate office.

Skills and Qualifications: • Minimum of 3-5 years of working accounts payable experience.

• Completion or working towards Diploma/Degree in accounting.

• ADP Open Invoice experience is preferred.

• Microsoft Dynamics experience is preferred.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

• Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.

• Strong organization and time management skills.

• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).

• Ability to work under tight reporting deadlines.

311 Kensington Avenue, Estevan  306-634-3661  www.murrayestevan.com

We thank all interested candidates; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Interested applications, please submit your resume to Careers@TEML.com

Classifieds A18

TIRES & MECHANICAL SERVICES 1302 5th Street, Estevan, SK 306-634-3581

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

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-multi section, single section, lake houses, and duplex family units LARGE INVENTORY TO CHOOSE FROM OR FACTORY ORDER TO YOUR SPECIFICATIONS In Memory of Bill Krafchuk 1945 - 2014 Remembering Elaine

Anna (Annie) Nettie Ciepliski January 24, 1916 June 12, 2005 Stephen James Ciepliski November 29, 1908 - June 28, 2006 This month comes with deep regret, It brings back two days we cannot forget.

We hold our tears when we speak your name, And the ache in our hearts is still the same.

No one knows the sorrow we share, When the family meets and our Mum and Dad are not there.

Forever loved and remembered by your Family. Sending you all our prayers and love, Walter, Donald, Marion, Basil, their spouses, and the rest of the family.

In Memory of Blaine Tweed June 24, 2007 Ten years have passed, Since you were here.

Think of you often, Miss you!

Always remembered by Ron, Sharon and family.

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LAND FOR SALE

Yellowhead Modular Home Sales

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960 sqft 2 bedroom 2 bath $79,900 1216 sqft 3 bedroom 2 bath $89,900 1520 sqft 3 or 4 bedroom 2 bath $109,900

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Weekend calls Personalized Service

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Lots & AcreAges for sALe Revenue bearing acreage near Bienfait.

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Ranger boats - highest quality, strongest performing fiberglass fishing boats. Ranger aluminum and Ranger pontoons also available at Saskatchewan’s exclusive dealer! Pally’s Saskatoon (306) 244-4469.

www.medallion-homes.ca Hwy 2 South Prince Albert

Canadian built by MODULINE Elite Price Event on NOW!

In memory of our son Randy Ganje Aug. 6, 1962 - June 30, 1990 Love you and miss you.

- Mom and Dad, Terry, Corey

Feed & Seed

Auctions

AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT ONLINE AUCTION Turn your inventory into CA$H! Trucks, Sprayers, Tractors, Trailers, Combines & More!

“Consignments Welcome” Call Ken Purdy (306) 250-0707 1-800-263-4193 www.McDougallBay.com PL# 331787

HEART & STROKE FOUNDATION OF SASKATCHEWAN

Finding answers. For life.

Auction for First Street NW B & B, Wednesday June 28, 2017, 7pm, 134 1st NW, Wadena Sask.. Complete turn key B&B. Large, Mature Corner Lot, Two Storey House, Owner-Bev at 306-338-9870. Subject to sellers approval, 10 percent non-refundable deposit, Auctioneer-Robert 306-795-7387. Details at www.doublRauctions.net.

PL#334142

new, Used & Modified

Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

Duane Edwin Foster Sr. March 26, 1939 June 25, 2016 My Darlin’ Forever Missed - Always Loved All my love, all my life -Lorna DAD You were always our strength and our support You are loved and missed so very much every day -All Your Kids Duane Foster Sr. 1939-2016 Meda Foster 1916-2015 Always Remembered, Loved and Missed Janet, Harry & all our family

RED-HAWK In loving memory of Darren Sovdi Passed away June 23, 2012 Sunshine passes, shadows fall, Love’s remembrance, outlasts all, And though the year’s be many or few, They are filled with remembrance of you.

Lovingly cherished and forever remembered.

Dad, Cliff and Families Tweed In memory of Blaine who passed away June 24, 2007.

Ten years have passed, And memories are silently kept.

- Rita

HealtH ServiceS In Loving Memory of Blaine Tweed, who passed away June 24th, 2007 Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day.

Unseen, unheard, but always near.

Still loved, still missed and very dear.

Hard to believe 10 years have passed, On our life a shadow cast.

Down here we mourn, but not in vain, For up in heaven we will meet again.

Always in our hearts. Love Rob, Jodi, Maddi and Kolton. Darryl, Charlotte and Brandon.

CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Attention Saskatchewan residents: Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment

ApArtments/Condos for rent To r q u a y H o u s i n g A u t h o r i t y currently has 1 bedroom and 2 b e d r o o m u n i t s a v a i l a b l e fo r immediate rent. For more information please contact the manager at 306-471-9226. diana-morin5@homail.com

Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @

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Great secure storage.

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Customize your container to meet your needs.

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STEEL BUILDING SALE ...”MEGA MADNESS SALE!” 20X23 $5,780.

25X25 $6,312. 30X31 $8,175.

33X35 $9,407. One End Wall Included. Check Out www.pioneersteel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036

Bridal Guide

Jade Chipley & Ryan Biletsky ................................. Spring 2017

From large weddings to smaller intimate affairs.

E.B.’s Dining Emporium Let us look after the catering

can make your Special Event a Day to Remember!

Pam O’Handley & Dan McLellan ..........................June 24, 2017 Jacine Styre & Jeffrey Leclair ..............................June 24, 2017 Chelsea Kawecki & Mitchell Meyer ......................June 24, 2017 Sarah Mehler & Jeff Clauson ................................ July 29, 2017 Mica Moreau & Winston Hunt .......................... August 19, 2017 Ashley Mucha & Mitch Sinclair ..................... September 2, 2017 Terra Schwartz & Jared Phair ...........................October 7, 2017 Kaela Bonokoski & Scott Larter .................. November 28, 2017

104 Souris Ave., Estevan

306-634-2356

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Let us look after the catering

To Announce Your Upcoming Wedding For Free Call

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www.estevanmercury.ca Auctions STAGE COACH INN & Strip Mall Duchess, Alber ta. Ritchie Bros.

Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, July 20 in Lethbridge. 16 room hotel, separate reception & manager’s residence and 4 Bay Co m m e rc i a l S t r i p M a l l . Je r r y Hodge: 780-706-6652; Brokerage: A l l We s t Re a l t y L t d . ; r b a u c tion.com/realestate.

Domestic cars

FOR SALE

2006 Ford Expedition

In great shape.

Was an Arizona vehicle, so only used 2 winters in SK. Good vehicle for towing.

Lots of room for cargo and/ or people. Air, cruise, power doors and windows.

Sun roof. Power seats - Even power button to fold down the back seat to haul cargo.

New tires last fall.

Works well. Lots of the 265,000 KM are highway.

$4,900 306-471-0880.

FOR SALE

2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

Silver. 100,000 km.

Great truck for towing your RV! Lots of power. Top of the line. Heated cloth seats.

Satellite radio capability.

Very comfortable ride.

USB, AC and DC plugs.

Like new condition.

Runs good. Lots of extras.

Original cost $58,000+.

Asking $38,900 306-471-0880.

Parts & accessories GREAT PRICES on new, used and re-manufactured engines, parts and accessories for diesel pickups. Large inventory, engines can be shipped or installed. Give us a call or check us out at www.thickettenginerebuilding.ca.

Thickett Engine Rebuilding. Ph. 204-532-2187 Russell, MB. HONDA LAWNMOWER ENGINE In new condition, used 3 months, Honda easy start, high performance, over head cam, GVC 190 Honda engine. Priced to sell at $100.

Call Richard at 306-634-2654 or 204-960-3338.

Motorcycles FOR SALE Motorcycle for sale 2007 Suzuki Boulevard C50T. One owner. Black. 805 cc. 43,335 km. Beautiful shape, $3,200.00.

Call 306-461-8778

June 21, 2017 A19 Career OppOrtunities

Obituaries

COOK WANTED

Robert Winston Andrist April 4, 1943 – May 31, 2017 Robert Andrist passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Estevan, SK on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at the age of 74 years.

Bob was raised on a farm in the valley south of Estevan where now sits the Boundary Lake Reservoir. His childhood home was the former North West Mounted Police (NWMP) Post building.

When his family was uprooted from the valley and moved into a new home located west of the lake, the NWMP building was rescued, restored as a historical museum, and permanently sits by the Estevan Art Gallery.

When Bob was a young boy he became severely ill, and from this, missed many school days. As a young man he worked for McAllister Oilfield Company. In 1965 he married Cheryl nee Mitchell and raised two girls, Carren and Britta. After ten years of marriage he went to work with his dad on the farm. After his father’s death in 1985, Bob and his family purchased and moved to the farm.

Bob was an avid reader. He was a huge fan of the Blue Jays baseball team. Updates on current news and weather events were a part of his regular routine. Everyone wanted Bob as a partner when playing Trivial Pursuit because he knew most of the answers. When he was sixteen years of age he successfully acquired his pilot’s license. He loved music of all kinds, especially that of jazz artists. When younger he played the trumpet.

Many memorable times were had fishing, swimming, water skiing, boating and camping - all with his family and friends. When younger he liked to hunt upland birds: ducks, pheasants and chickens. Later in life, he set aside his guns and shot photographs of birds and other wildlife.

Bob served his community as a councilor of the Rural Municipality of Estevan for six years. Bob had many friends and still kept in touch with some of his school buddies. He was kind, generous, very humorous and cheerful. Anyone who knew Bob had great respect for his honesty and integrity. He will be missed by many.

Bob’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of his loving family. Bob is survived by his wife of 52 years, Cheryl (nee Mitchell) and their daughters, Carren (Gerry) Kerr and Britta (Siegfried) Andrist.

Also left to cherish fond memories of Grandpa are his beloved grandchildren, Winston (Mica) Hunt, Graham Hunt, Brad (Jordan) Kerr, Todd Kerr, Brandon (Kristen) Kerr, Cameron and Aaron Turner and Nathan (Melissa) Hunt. Bob’s great grandchildren, Kyra, Marshell, Logan, Damon, Nevin, Hailey, Jude and Parker will greatly miss him. Bob is also survived by his brother Dennis Andrist; sisters, Virginia (Alton) Finstad and Shalene Hargreaves; brothers-in-law, George and Willie Mitchell; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Bob was predeceased by his parents, Blake and Sophia Andrist (nee Shelstad); brother Larry Andrist; brothers-in-law Robert Hargreaves and Sidney Mitchell; mother-in-law and father in-law Wilhelm and Jean Mitchell; nephew David Mitchell and grandson Ryan Hunt.

for 10-20 man road construction camp (current location Humboldt area); some cleaning required.

Accommodations provided.

Must have valid driver’s license; safe food handling ticket; and experience in a similar environment.

Send resume and two work references to: Bryden Construction Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www.brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available.

Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855768-3362 to start training for your workat-home career today!

ROADEX SERVICES requires O/O 1 tons and 3 tons for our RV division to haul RV’s throughout N. America and semi O/O to haul RV’s and general freight. Group b e n e fi t s a n d d i s c o u n te d f u e l cards. Border crossing required with valid passpor t and clean criminal record. 1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com

Career Training

Heavy Equipment and Truck and Transport Technician - 22 weeks - Estevan Campus Course Dates: September 11, 2017 February 23, 2018 For more information or to apply, visit our website at www.southeastcollege.org or call toll free 1-866-999-7372 **Apply by June 30th to be eligible for a $500 Southeast College Entrance Award**

Rose Davenport 1972 - 2017 Rose Davenport (McClelland), age 44, died suddenly on Sunday, June 4 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Estevan, Saskatchewan.

She was born in Red Deer, AB to Brock and Mary-Anne (LeBlanc) McClelland and was the youngest of three children. Rose did most of her schooling in Estevan, SK, before moving to Brandon, MB to attend Brandon University to become a teacher. On October 12, 1991, Rose married the love of her life, Shane Davenport. After completing their teacher degrees, Rose and Shane moved to Wasagamack, MB for three years to teach. The couple moved back to Brandon and welcomed two sons, Cole and Carter, before returning to Estevan.

When they first moved to Estevan, Rose was a stay-at-home mom, devoting all her time and attention to caring for her boys. After a few years, Rose returned to the classroom, teaching Grade 1 at Hillcrest for many years. She was an outstanding teacher, winning the Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence in 2008. Following that, Rose wanted to broaden her influence, so she worked as an RTI coach to support children who were struggling in all grades at Hillcrest School.

Over the past two years, she worked as a consultant with children who are learning to speak English in 21 different schools across the South East Cornerstone School Division. She worked on some very important educational projects which have been shared province wide. She also supported students throughout the summer in order for them to receive high school credits so they could graduate.

Rose’s life was not only focused on teaching children in school, but it was also devoted to sharing her faith and teaching young people about Jesus. She started a weekly children’s club called Hiz Kidz, spent weeks each summer running Vacation Bible School programs, and organized monthly activities for the youth group at church. She also sang and played piano with the worship team at church.

Rose will be forever remembered as a woman who loved God and her family above all else. She proudly stood with Shane and watched as Cole and Carter grew into caring and compassionate young men. She attended as many of their events as possible and documented them all with pictures and videos. She took great pride in forming relationships with the colleagues and students who were lucky enough to work with her. Rose was a loving, caring, and loyal friend who will be greatly missed by all who had a chance to know her.

Rose’s memory will be forever cherished by her husband Shane Davenport; sons, Cole and Carter Davenport; parents, Brock and Mary-Anne McClelland; brother Harvey (Susan) McClelland; sister Theresa (Kery); Shane’s parents, Dennis and Linda Davenport; brother, Dean (Tracy) Davenport; sister Lori (Kevin) Nicholls as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She will also be missed by her special puppy and friend T-Bone.

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) - 18 weeks - Estevan Campus

Lillian K. Rosenbaum 1934 - 2017 Lillian Kathleen Rosenbaum was born in Neudorf, SK in 1934 and passed away Saturday, June 3, 2017, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Estevan at the age of 83 after a brief battle with cancer.

She grew up in Moose Jaw and was married in 1958 to Barry Rosenbaum. In 1962, she and her young family moved to Estevan. In 1970 the family became owners of Estevan Bowl, where Lil worked and bowled. She was an avid bowler and devoted her time to the youth bowling program.

Over the 45 years of working alongside her husband at the Estevan Bowl, she acquired many close friends and co-workers whom she deeply cherished. The co-workers became a family to her that was dear to her heart. She will be greatly missed by her family.

Lil leaves her husband of 60 years, Barry; her eldest son Wilf and his companion Martine Duby; her son David and his wife, Diane; four grandchildren, Inka Duby, Levi Rosenbaum, Kia Rosenbaum and Carli Rosenbaum, as well she leaves behind her two dogs, Kiwi and Sophie.

A celebration of Lillian’s life will be at a later date. Funeral arrangements are entrusted by Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.

Course Dates: February 26, 2018 June 28, 2018 For more information or to apply, visit our website at www.southeastcollege.org or call toll free 1-866-999-7372 **Apply by June 30th to be eligible for a $500 Southeast College Entrance Award**

BUSINESS SERVICES LEGAL

REAL ESTATE

Kohaly, Elash & Ludwig Law Firm LLP

RS C

Barristers & Solicitors Paul Elash Q.C., B.A., LL.B. Aaron Ludwig, B.Sc., LL.B. Genevieve Golas, B. Mgt., J.D.

1312- 4th Street, Estevan Telephone: 306-634-3631 • Fax: (306) 634-6901

Gainsborough:

Thursday a.m.

Phone: 306-685-2250

Carnduff:

Thursday p.m.

Phone: 306-482-3731

1329 Third Street, Estevan • P: (306) 634-6334 F: (306) 634-3852

Barry D. Bridges Q.C. • Chad W. Jesse Robert C. Nicolay Residential/Commercial/Agricultural Real Estate Wills & Estates • Oil & Gas • Corporate/Business Law

www.bridgeslaw.ca

ORLOWSKI LAW OFFICE PROFESSIONAL CORP.

Stephen J. Orlowski,

B.Ed., LL.B.

1215 - 5th Street, Estevan

Phone: 306-634-3353

Fax: 306-634-7714

orlowski.law@sasktel.net Branch offices at:

ARCOLA REDVERS CARNDUFF Arcola Agencies Bldg.

Carlsen Bldg.

Carnduff Agencies Bldg.

Wednesday A.M. Wednesday P.M. Thursday P.M. Phone: 306-455-2277 Phone: 306-452-3377 Phone: 306-482-4077

HEALTH

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Roni Sue Coulter Sales Representative

www.century21.ca/ronisue.coulter *Each office independently owned and operated

ronisue.coulter@century21.ca

Your Ears Deserve an Audiologist

 Hearing Tests  Hearing Aids  Ear Wax Removal  Hearing Aid Batteries & Repairs  Custom Hearing Protection

Jacquie Mvula M.S., R. Aud.

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TREE REMOVAL SERVICE

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A20 June 21, 2017

Estevan Mercury

Aboriginal Dance Demo The Treaty 4 Dance Troupe educated an audience on different Aboriginal dances and their respective purposes at Aboriginal Day, which took place at the Souris Valley Museum on Saturday. Photo by Jaime Polmateer

SOUTHERN PLAINS CO-OP 2017 MEMBER/OWNER ALLOCATIONS

$1,486,262

MEMBER/OWNER EQUITY ALLOCATION Gas Bar & Commercial Fuel Farm Diesel Fuel Oil Food All Other

4.5% (4.3 ¢/litre) 6% (5.0 ¢/litre) 9.5% 2% 1.5%

• Southern Plains Co-op returned $1,150,274.00 cash to member/owners in 2016 • $6,267,597.00 in cash returned to member/owners in the past 5 years alone * Are you a member/owner? - Invest $10 for a lifetime member/owner share and start sharing in our profits

EQUITY DAYS OXBOW FOOD STORE

CARLYLE FOOD STORE

ESTEVAN FOOD STORE

Tuesday, June 27

Wednesday, June 28

Thursday, June 29

Cheques handed out 10 am - 4 pm BBQ 11 am - 2 pm

Cheques handed out 10 am - 4 pm BBQ 11 am - 2 pm

Cheques handed out 9 am - 5 pm BBQ 11 am - 2 pm

Proceeds from the BBQ’s will be donated to the following groups: • Carlyle - Cannington Manor • Oxbow - Oxbow Soccer League • Estevan - Outdoor Parks NOTE: After these dates, equity cheques will be available at the Administrative Offices!

www.southernplainscoop.com Estevan - 826 4th St. 306-637-4300