Meridian Source - July 21, 2022

Thursday, July 21, 2022

VOLUME 5 I ISSUE 4

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Lloyd Ex Fair 2022 wrapped up this past Saturday night with chuckwagon racing, live music, fireworks, and midway rides to keep the whole family entertained. Thousands of spectators and attendees flocked to the Ex to take in the sights and sounds of the fair after COVID restrictions put a two-year damper on the party.

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

Property taxes due July 25 MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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The City of Lloydminster wants to remind all property owners that property tax are due on or before Monday, July 25.

Property owners are encouraged to provide payment before July 25 to avoid late penalties.

Anyone who has not received their 2022 tax notice is asked to cont act Asse ssme nt and Taxation immediately by calling 780-8756184 Ext. 2124 or emailing taxes@lloydminster. ca to request a copy.

Property tax notices were mailed on Friday, June 10.

The documents were printed on yellow paper, as they were in previous years, for ease of recognition. Tax notices have been sent to all property owners; however, if a mortgage company pays property taxes, the yellow slip received by the property owner indicates “paid by mortgage.”

Property taxes pro-

File Photo vide 24 per cent of the City’s annual operating revenue.

The funds will provide policing and protective services, street maintenance and the operation of parks and recreation and cultural facilities.

Payment Options The following are accepted: - Cash - Cheque - Debit card - Online banking - Pre-Authorized Debit Plan (Lloydminster.ca/payments) Payments can be made in person at City Hall (4420 50 Avenue) during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays.

After-hours payments can be made via cheque (ensure to include the tax roll number) using the mail slot inside the west entrance.

Access to the mail slot is available from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week.

Property owners can also pay property taxes through their financial institution.

Credit cards are not an accepted form of payment for property taxes at City Hall. However, credit card payments may be made through a third-party service provider – Plastiq. Fees from the thirdparty service provider may apply.

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Acton fights for disabled at UN GEOFF LEE

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COVID-19 proved to be the worst of times for persons with disabilities in Canada, and the fallout continues.

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Allowing medical assistance in dying to people who are not otherwise dying, but have a disability or a disabling medical condition, amounts to a state-assisted death.

Inclusion Canada president, Robin Acton from Lloydminster, got a chance to address the UN General Assembly in New York City on the ongoing plight of persons with disabilities and their families in Canada in June.

Acton was invited to the UN’s 15th Conference of State Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities with a pandemic theme.

A total of 181 countries, including Canada, have ratified the Convention that Acton says is basically a rightsbased document with clauses relating to education and housing etc.

“I feel really privileged and fortunate to be representing Inclusion Canada at the UN,” said Acton, who talked about the trip at the Rotary Club of Lloydminster lunch on Monday.

“Getting to address the General Assembly was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.”

Acton was part of a delegation from Canada to support the election of a Canadian to the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons With Disabilities.

Inclusion Canada, which advocates for persons with intellectual disabilities, also hosted a virtual side session at the Convention to draw attention to medically-assisted dying in Canada—and

to forewarn the international community.

“We had one of the highest attended sessions ever at the conference of states parties for the convention on the rights of persons with disabilities,” said Acton.

During the pandemic, Canada legalized a pathway to euthanasia for people who are not terminally ill, provided they have a disability or disabling medical condition.

In 2023, people with a mental illness or psychiatric disability will also be eligible for euthanasia.

Inclusion Canada notes, in practice, people with disabilities are dying because they live in poverty, can’t secure affordable adequate housing, and are avoiding institutionalization.

“These causes of suffering can be alleviated, yet the legislation only requires that people be informed about what

could alleviate their suffering,” said Acton.

“It doesn’t compel anybody to provide the resources to alleviate that suffering.”

Disability advocates and disabled peoples organizations are working in a coalition to challenge the law, arguing that it is the antith-

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Robin Acton, left, president of Inclusion Canada, delivered her remarks about persons with intellectual and physical disabilities to delegates at the UN General Assembly in June. On her left is the organization’s executive vice-president, Krista Carr.

esis of disability inclusion and participation.

Acton says the gov-

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ernment should be providing assisted living.

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Strong message from Lloyd resident heard at UN

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“Allowing medical assistance in dying to people who are not otherwise dying, but have a disability or a disabling medical condition, amounts to a state-assisted death,” said Acton.

“Whereas, what the disability community has been advocating for is supports to live a good life.”

Acton also made a threeminute presentation to the General Assembly from the perspective of a non-government organization relative to the Convention.

Each government also makes a presentation.

Acton says many people with disabilities became even more isolated during the panTAXES FROM PAGE 2

Property tax balance Property owners can view their property tax information through Virtual City Hall available online at Lloydminster.ca/VCH. Property owners must enter their tax roll number or address to view

demic and many had underlying health conditions that made them at risk for COVID. “We also know that poverty exacerbated the impact of COVID on people and many people with disabilities lack basic income,” she said.

Acton took a personal approach in her speech, advocating for families, telling the world her daughter Erin has down’s syndrome and her husband John has a physical disability.

“Families play a vitally important role in building disability-inclusive and participatory societies. And during this COVID-19 pandemic, like people with intellectual disabilities and their families worldwide, we have

the current balance owing. Alternatively, property owners can call 780-875-6184 during business hours.

A new Alberta property owner in 2022, and didn’t receive your land title?

Anyone who purchased a property in

been put to the test,” said Acton at the UN. “People with intellectual disabilities and other disabilities were triaged out of care, not prioritized for ventilators or other life-saving measures. This is NOT a right to life on an equal basis with others.”

She went on to state this is NOT the highest attainable standard of healthcare.

“Those living in congregate settings were locked in their rooms in institutions.

They got sick and died in disproportionate numbers,” she said.

Act on’s f u ll speech can be viewed on YouTube at www.youtube.com/ watch?v=20E2PMt0-78.

the City of Lloydminster in 2022 and did not receive a tax notice is encouraged to contact the Assessment & Taxation department immediately. Due to a threeto four-month delay at the Alberta Land Titles Office, the City is not receiving Alberta own-

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Inclusion Canada president and Rotarian, Robin Acton, briefed the Rotary Club of Lloydminster on Monday about her historic three-day trip and presentation to the UN General Assembly in June on persons with disabilities with a pandemic theme.

ership change information in a timely manner, and a tax notice may not have been issued to the new property owner.

The new owner must provide the City with proof of ownership, and the City will provide a copy of the tax notice.

Property owners who

pay a late payment penalty caused by the delay of land title registration may be eligible for late fee reimbursement through the Government of Alberta. Late fee reimbursement will not be paid for property taxes in arrears.

For more information,

visit Alberta.ca.

Interested in paperless notifications?

Property owners may sign up for paperless notifications by contacting the Assessment & Taxation Department or completing the form at Lloydminster.ca/ paperless.

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United Way and Border City Connects team up for trishaw TAYLOR WEAVER

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When it comes to bettering the community and those living in it, there’s always an ample number of people in the Border City willing to lend a helping hand.

The Lloydminster and District United Way has stepped up to fill a gap for Border City Connects and will now be responsible for the scheduling and volunteers for the organization’s trishaw, which has been very popular with area seniors since coming to Lloyd three years ago.

“It’s going to be a great relationship here and it’s the key,” said Border City Connects executive director Glenn Fagnan.

“The United Way is coming in and they’re going to be managing and coordinating the riders and the volunteers. The United Way has graciously stepped up and they’ve offered to do that component and get our seniors back out onto the road, so to speak, and let the wind blow through their hair.”

It’s only been three years, but Border City Connects has seen the

positive impact the trishaw has had on, not only its riders but also its pilots.

“For the people themselves, just having the wind go through their hair, or when you hit something like lilacs, that smell triggers all sorts of memories. They tell you more things about Lloydminster than you could ever imagine, and lots of times they’re singing or making jokes, but there’s also some tender stuff,” said Paul Harris, a Care-A-Van driver and trishaw pilot.

“Lots of times they don’t know it, but I’m at the back of the bike crying because I’m so honoured to be there to listen to the discussion. This is especially true when one of the two riders has been in a wheelchair for many years and the able-bodied person and the disabled person are now sitting side-by-side, equal, travelling outside with the wind through their hair.”

Tricia Hunter, a former board member and newly-inducted executive member of the Lloydminster and District United Way, has also seen the positives

Taylor Weaver Meridian Source

Tricia Hunter and her husband, Jamie, were more than willing to take a ride on the trishaw last week as Heather Klages gets some training in with Paul Harris.

that come out of the trishaw experience.

“Last year I got trained and was a pilot for a few different rides throughout the summer. The first time I did it, when I got back in my truck after, there were a few tears because it’s emotional to see how excited the seniors are to get in there, and (you get) thinking 3” wide version about your own grand-

parents and stuff; what it would mean to get them out.”

Anyone interested in becoming a trishaw pilot or volunteer is asked to get in contact Border City Connects.

Training to become a trishaw pilot takes just under an hour, and once you’re trained, your name and contact information will be added to the United Way’s list for scheduling.

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Cenovus to showcase Pathways Alliance

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Cenovus president and CEO Alex Pourbaix.

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Cenovus Energy will get a shot at promot-

ing C anada’s oil and gas industry as secure, reliable and sustainable to power brokers at the upcoming Pacific NorthWest Economic Region summit in Calgary.

The company’s president and CEO, Alex Pourbaix, will team up with Mark Summers, chief strategy officer at Emissions Reduction Alberta, to deliver a progress report on the industry’s Pathway Alliance to achieve net zero

emissions by 2050.

The 31st annual PNWER conference on July 24-28 will draw hundreds of provincial and state legislators and businesses from across Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest states to discuss common issues from energy security and sustainability to supply chains, agriculture, forestry and tourism.

“These forums are extremely important for Canada and its oil and

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natural gas industry to showcase our abilities to provide reliable, secure and sustainable energy to our largest trading partner,” said Cenovus spokesperson Reg Curren.

“Given the push toward a lower-emissions energy mix, it’s more critical than ever that we have the opportunity to provide the U.S. and other Canadian jurisdictions with a strong understanding of our industry’s net zero ambition by 2050 and how we can all work together to achieve it.”

Cenovus is one of several players in the Oil Sands Pathways to Net Zero Alliance with plans to develop a major carbon capture, utilization and storage project.

Pourbaix will make PNWER leaders aware the Alliance just applied to the Alberta government in June to secure underground carbon storage rights near Cold Lake.

If approved, the storage hub could begin safely injecting and storing captured CO2 deep underground in a saline aquifer from a number of oil sands facilities by late 2026.

“There is no better way to create advocates for our industry than for them to hear directly from the people steering this important initiative that will help ensure that Cenovus and its industry peers continue to play a significant role in meeting the world’s energy demand, even as it moves toward a lower-carbon future,” said Curren.

The federal government plans to cut emissions in the sector by 42 per cent by 2030.

File Photo The federal environment minister issued a discussion paper on Monday outlining a cap and trade system and steeper carbon prices as options to cut emissions.

Curren says the conference gives legislators and business people from both sides of the border an understanding of Canada’s large, long-life, low-cost and geographically concentrated reserves and our strong track record of companies working together on emission reductions.

“Canadian companies, including Cenovus, are among the most sustainable among global peers when it comes to environmental, social and governance scores,” said Curren.

“Our oil and gas industry is simultaneously working to decarbonize barrels of oil and ensure a secure energy supply produced sustainably.”

Cenovus will be providing a pre-conference tour of one of its oil sands operations in northern Alberta for delegates to see firsthand how it is responsibly developing Canada’s oil resource.

Vermilion-Lloydminster-Wainwright MLA, Garth Roswell, will be on tour with the health minister during the summit and is unable to attend PNWER, but

he plans to keep an ear to the ground on energy and agriculture issues of interest to his constituency.

“With regards to energy specifically some of the concentration will be adding another “S” to the acronym ESG (environmental social governance),” said Rowswell in an email statement.

He notes the second S stands for security.

“With recent geopolitical events around the world and how they have added to our cost of living in Canada, we are being reminded of how crucial fossil fuels are to our existence and how we need to have secure local supply.”

There will also be a cleantech showcase at PNWER highlighting innovative technology being pioneered across Alberta focused on reducing GHG emissions.

The list of speakers includes Saskatchewan minister of agriculture David Marit, who will be participating as part of a panel on supply chain challenges during the Agriculture Working Group.

Cross-border livestock health and transboundary wild boar are also on the agenda, along with presentations on invasive species emerging threats and countermeasures.

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Newly-elected NDP leader makes stop in Lloyd

Taylor Weaver Meridian Source

Newly-elected Saskatchewan NDP leader Carla Beck was in the Border City last week to call for greater affordability relief.

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Last Friday, newlyelected Saskatchewan NDP leader, Carla Beck, made a stop in the Border City during her campaign’s crossprovincial tour as vot-

ers gear up for the 2024 federal election.

Beck stood on the Saskatchewan-Alberta border to illustrate the Sask.

Party government’s inaction on the affordability crisis. She called on the government to

follow the example of other provinces like Alberta and enact measures to provide affordability relief to Saskatchewan families.

“Alberta is already on its second round of affordability relief, yet here in Saskatchewan, we have a Sask. Party government that’s not only refusing to act – they are actively making life more expensive,” said Beck.

“The price of almost everything is going up and Saskatchewan people need a government that makes life more affordable, not one that raises taxes while sitting on record revenues.”

Despite the negatives, Beck also sees some positives, specifically pertaining to the Border City.

“Lloyd is uniquely poised to be able to illustrate this tale of two provinces right now,” said Beck.

“One of the main issues we’ve been hear-

ing from people, and I think it’s probably no surprise, is the generational affordability crisis; the highest in 40 years with inflation in times a lot of people have never seen in this country, let alone in this province.”

An MLA since 2016, Beck’s hope is that Sas-

katchewan voters open their eyes and ears and see what the NDP is all about.

“We really need to get out there and connect with people to find that common ground to work from shared values, which I do see right across this province,” she said.

“But also to show people this is a party that’s listening, is going to put economic issues at the forefront, and to be poised to not only form government in 2024, but to present a vision of this province I think a lot of people are looking for.”

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

Pull over for Pope Francis R

olling road closures are scheduled for sections of the Queen Elizabeth II Highway and Highways 2A, 16, 43, 611 and 633 from July 24 to 27 to accommodate the papal motorcade during Pope

Francis’ visit to Canada.

The intent of the Pope’s trip to Canada is to help heal the wrongs done to Indigenous people by Roman Catholic priests and nuns who ran residential schools.

Rolling closures

mean that a highway closure will be in place before and after the Pope’s motorcade passes by.

Motorists can expect delays and should plan ahead and consider alternate routes where possible.

July 24 The Pope will arrive on the morning of July 24 and the QEII Highway northbound between the Edmonton International Airport and City of Edmonton will be closed until the motorcade passes by.

July 25 The QEII Highway southbound and Highway 611 west of Highway 2A will be closed between Edmonton and Maskwacis when the Pope travels from Edmonton to Maskwacis on the morning of July 25.

The QEII Highway and Highway 611 west of Highway 2A will be closed between Maskwacis and Edmonton when the Pope returns to Edmonton later in the afternoon.

Ad d i ti o na l l y , tr av ellers can expect closures, significant delays and limited access along portions of Highway 2A, northbound and southbound, between Wetaskiwin, Maskwacis and Ponoka all day on July 25.

Travellers can also expect closures, significant delays and limited access along portions of Highway 611, eastbound and westbound, all day on July 25.

July 26 Highway 16 westbound, Highway 43 northbound and Highway 633 westbound will be closed when the Pope travels to Lac Ste. Anne late in the afternoon on July 26.

Highway 633 eastbound to Highway 43 southbound and Highway 16 eastbound to Edmonton will be closed when the Pope returns to Edmonton.

Additionally, closures and restricted access to Highways 16 and 633 can be expected on all range roads and township roads west of Highway 43 and east of Highway 765, south of Lac Ste. Anne.

Highway 633 between Highways 757 and 43 will be closed except for buses and local traffic.

July 27 The Pope will depart Edmonton on the morning of July 27 and QEII Highway southbound between Edmonton and the Edmonton International Airport will be closed.

Thursday, July 21, 2022

Cenovus buys last half of Sunrise

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Cenovus headquarters at Brookfield Place in downtown Calgary.

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Cenovus Energy has reached an agreement to purchase the remaining 50 per cent of the Sunrise oil sands project in northern Alberta from bp (British Petroleum).

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Acquiring the remaining working interest in Sunrise enables us to fully benefit from the significant optimization opportunities available.

Total consideration for the transaction includes $600 million in cash, a variable payment with a maximum cumulative value of $600 million expiring after two years, and Cenovus’s 35 per cent position in the undeveloped Bay du Nord project offshore Newfoundland and Labrador.

The transaction came into effect on May 1 and is anticipated to close in the third quarter of this year, subject to closing conditions and normal purchase price adjustments.

Full ownership of Sunrise further

enhances Cenovus’s core strength in the oil sands. Sunrise has been operated by the company since the beginning of 2021, following the Husky Energy transaction, and Cenovus is now in the early stages of applying its oil sands operating model at this asset.

“Acquiring the remaining working interest in Sunrise enables us to fully benefit from the significant optimization opportunities available,” said Alex Pourbaix, Cenovus president and chief executive officer.

“By applying Cenovus’s advanced operating techniques, we expect to increase production at Sunrise while driving down sustaining capital, operating costs and emissions intensity.”

Cenovus currently operates Sunrise and owns 50 per cent of the asset through the Sunrise Oil Sands Partnership, with bp.

Current production from the asset is approximately 50,000 barrels per day (bbls/d), and the company expects to achieve nameplate capacity of 60,000 bbls/d through a multi-year development program.

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Viewpoint Through the reader’s lens

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his week we’re seeing the first 40℃ temperature ever recorded in the U.K. In news last week, five cities in California banned the construction of new gas stations (Los Angeles is now considering the same) while Europe is refusing to sign the long-term natural gas contracts that Canada’s oil and gas lobby is pushing for; they see new gas supplies as a short-term solution to get off of Russian gas for the next year or two, but for the longer term they are investing heavily in energy independence through renewables and energy efficiency.

The world is changing fast, and Alberta must not get left behind.

For that reason, a non-partisan and growing chorus of companies, non-profits and faith groups is calling for the provincial government to develop a robust and credible climate plan.

Currently listing 22 businesses, eight nonprofit Associations and one church congregation, the website also intends the even-

tual inclusion of First Nations and municipalities. This message is intended for the Alberta Government, regardless of which

leader or party is in power. The website can be found at www.climateplanalberta.ca - Sincerely yours, Roger Gagne

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Opinion

Leeway from Lloyd: Summer of 69 iconic times STAFF WRITER GEOFF LEE

Where were you when American astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first person to step on the surface of the moon?

It was 53 years ago on Wednesday when the lunar module Eagle landed on the moon. The touchdown occurred on July 20, 1969, at 4:17 EDT with only 30 seconds of fuel left.

A few hours later, commander Armstrong walked on the moon uttering these famous words: “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.”

Anyone who is about 60 and over probably remembers where they were that evening.

I was at a friend’s

house watching it all unfold on a blurry black and white TV. If you weren’t born then, you can still watch it happen a second time in colour in the 2019 documentary film Apollo 11, which is much more exciting than the actual televised event.

The award-winning film consists solely of archival footage, including 70 mm film footage previously unreleased to the public, and does not feature narration, interviews or modern recreations.

It’s a nail-biting film even though you know the outcome and everyone returned to earth safely.

The same day Armstrong was stepping onto the moon newspapers everywhere broke the news about the Chappaquiddick inci-

dent that ended the presidential aspirations of Edward Kennedy.

In this case, the news coverage of the day seemed more exciting than the Chappaquiddick movie in 2017 because the Kennedys were so famous in the ‘60s.

On Aug. 9, members of Charles Manson’s cult killed five people in movie director Roman Polanski’s Beverly Hills, California, home, including Polanski’s pregnant wife, actress Sharon Tate. There’s movies galore about that, too.

The summer of 69 ended with what is arguably the most enduring memory of that decade with the Woodstock hippie festival in Bethel, New York Aug. 15-18.

The same friend I

Bryan Adams performs live in concert. Photo by Taylor Weaver was watching the moon landing with got turned back at the U.S. border with thousands of

people trying to get to Woodstock. There’s a movie about Woodstock too. No doubt my favou-

rite song is Summer of ‘69 by Bryan Adams.

I’m still 20 every time I hear it.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS The Meridian Source Calendar of Events is a free service provided for non-profit organizations located within our coverage area. All events are in chronological order, as space permits and at the editor’s discretion.

Passport to YLL To place an event, email taylor@meridiansource.ca or fax 306-825-5147

Playschool Pre-registration Southridge Playschool & Kindergym has opened up their registration for the fall 2022-2023 classes. They offer one day a week for threeyear-olds and one or two days a week for four and five-year-olds. They have also qualified for the Affordability Grant!

For more information please call Mrs. P at 780-872-9523.

Bingo at the Moose The Moose Lodge,

WIGFIELD AREA STRUCTURE PLAN AMENDMENT Open House and Survey July 11-31, 2022 The City of Lloydminster is preparing proposed amendments to the Wigfield Area Structure Plan (ASP). The ASP is a framework for development on the undeveloped lands within the ASP which complements and supports the new event facility, Lloydminster Place.

As part of the community engagement campaign, residents and stakeholders are asked to view the Virtual Open House and to complete the online survey before July 31.

Visit www.wigfieldasp.ca or scan the QR code.

located at 5213-57 Street, Lloydminster, hosts bingo nights every Monday and Wednesday. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and play starts at 7 p.m. The Moose also hosts crib tournaments every second Sunday of the month. Start time is 10 a.m. The cost to play is $10 and lunch is $12.

Bring Your Own Vinyl Nights Have some old records lying around? The 4th Meridian Brewing Company, located at Unit 6 2626 50 Ave., is hosting Bring Your Own Vinyl nights every Tuesday during regular business hours, 4-9 p.m.

Stan Fraser Speaks to Help Others The Native Friendship Centre is hosting speaker Stan Fraser on July 25 at 1 p.m. Fraser is currently walking from Bella Coola B.C. to Winnipeg and will be speaking at the Friendship Centre to help others in regards to mental health awareness.

Cribbage Doubles Tournament The Legacy Centre is hosting a Cribbage Doubles Tournament on July 28. Cost to play is $10 and lunch is $12.

It’s a doubles tournament so bring a partner! Everyone is welcome!

Sandy Beach Summer Market The Sandy Beach Summer Market returns on Sunday, July 31 for another year of arts, crafts, and food. Once again they will have the Kidz Zone with an arts and crafts tent, a

The Extreme Dogs were back for another year at the Lloyd Ex Fair and did not disappoint.

Videre Images by Jason Whiting bounce house and more.

The entertainment stage will run all day as well.

If you are interested in becoming a vendor or entertaining, please visit our website at www.sbmarket.ca Legacy CFL Trip The Legacy Centre is hosting a one-night bus trip to Regina for the Roughrider/Elks game on Sept. 16 with everyone returning home on Sept. 17. The cost is $100/person, and a deposit is needed to hold your spot. Call the Legacy office at 780875-4584 for more information.

Legacy Concert Trip The Legacy Centre is hosting a one-night bus trip to Regina for the Daniel O’Donnell Concert on Sept. 18 with everyone returning home on Sept. 19. The cost is $100/person, and a deposit is needed to hold your spot. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for more information.

Fort Pitt Fall Supper The Fort Pitt Fall Supper is being held on Sunday, Sept. 25 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. More details to follow closer to the event.

Hillmond Hall Turkey Supper The Hillmond Hall is pleased to announce they have selected a date for their annual Turkey Supper. The supper will be held on Oct. 2. Details to follow closer to the event.

Marywayne Fall Supper This year’s annual Marwayne Fall Supper is being held on Oct. 23 and will include a ham and turkey supper.

More details to follow.

If you have an event you would like listed in the Passport to YLL community calendar, please email the information to taylor@ meridiansource.ca with Passport to YLL in the subject line.

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Settlement growth produces rising land costs WHISPERS OF THE PAST SANDRA L. BROWN

In 1905, an early spring meeting was held in Onion Lake to urge the government to put a ferry at the Saskatchewan River on the Fourth Meridian crossing.

This would shorten the travelling distance between Onion Lake and Lloydminster by about eight miles.

The mail stage from Onion Lake to Lloydminster left every Wednesday morning and would also benefit from a shorter route.

By May, crops were growing and the Fort Pitt ferry was running. Spirited games of lawn tennis were in full swing during the evenings. Arriving from Scotland, Mr. Willsby worked as a clerk at the Hudson Bay Store.

The police court was busy with cases of folks starting fires which ran rampant causing damage on the prairie land and to homesteader’s property. Setting backfires to protect one’s property was actually illegal. The fine for starting a prairie fire was $5 plus court costs.

There were 26 homestead entries recorded at the Lloydminster SubLand Office for the week ending May 13. Homesteaders soon realized 160 acres provided well for a family, however, it wasn’t enough land for those who wanted to be in the live-

stock business. They felt a minimum of 320 to 640 acres was needed for mixed farming.

Land bought two years ago for $5 per acre, now ranged from $6.50-$10 per acre. Folks felt an investment in real estate was very safe as when the railway came through town, prices would increase even more.

The crossing at Ozanne’s Creek was much easier to pass now compared to last season when the wagon boxes were practically floating. Farmers in this area were busy breaking land.

Mr. L. W. Ozanne was building a lumber house on his homestead.

F. Bottomley on Church Street was the local agent for the well-known McKenzie and Company.

Offering a good assortment of varieties, these seed packets sold for five cents each.

The town well reached a depth of over 100 feet with eight feet of water; however, a deeper well was needed to provide a steadier flow of water.

Merchant representatives visiting from Edmonton were astonished at the size and growth of Lloydminster in just two short years.

These businessmen felt it would become a major town between Edmonton and Saskatoon.

The first cricket match of the season was held on Empire Day (the Queen’s birthday) now affectionally known as ‘May long weekend.’ against the Gully team.

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PUBLIC NOTICE TO OWNERS OF THE CITY OF LLOYDMINSTER, PROVINCE OF AB/SK Section 194 and 201 - The Lloydminster Charter TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Lloydminster, in the Province of Alberta/Saskatchewan, has given first reading to borrowing Bylaw No. 03-2022 which will, upon final passage and approval, authorize the proper officers of the said City of Lloydminster to borrow monies from the Province of Alberta or another authorized financial institution by way of debenture issue, to pay for the cost of the following municipal purpose(s), namely the construction of the Multiuse Recreational and Event Facilities within the Corporate boundaries of the City of Lloydminster.

The total cost of the aforesaid project amounts to $86,216,141. After deducting from this cost, the amount of $53,216,141 to be received by way of grants/revenue funds, the net amount to be borrowed on the credit and security of the municipality at large by the issue of debentures is $33,000,000.

The debentures are to be repayable in installments of principal and interest over a term not to exceed 30 years at a rate of interest fixed from time to time by the Province of Alberta or another authorized financial institution, not to exceed ten percent (10%).

NOW THEREFORE NOTICE is hereby given by the Council of the City of Lloydminster that, unless a petition of the owners for a vote on Bylaw No. 03-2022 is demanded, as provided for by the terms of Section 172 of the Lloydminster Charter, the said Council may pass the said borrowing bylaw.

All persons interested are hereby notified and they are required to govern themselves accordingly.

DATED at the City of Lloydminster, in the Province of Alberta/Saskatchewan, this 19th day of July, 2022.

City of Lloydminster Per: Denise D. MacDonald Chief Financial Officer

Information for Electors Pursuant to Section 1(s) of the Lloydminster Charter an "elector" means: For the purposes of election of members of Council, for votes on bylaws and for votes on questions, means a person who, on the day of the election: is a Canadian citizen, is of the full age of 18 years, either has resided in the City or on land now in the City for at least 3 months immediately preceding the day of the election, or is the owner of assessable land situated in the City or of land now situated in the City for at least 3 months immediately preceding the day of the elections; and has resided in Alberta or Saskatchewan for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of the election.

A poll may be demanded in the City of Lloydminster by electors equal in number to at least 10% of the population.

In accordance with the provisions of Section 163 of the Lloydminster Charter and in accordance with the provisions of Section 194 and 201 of the Lloydminster Charter.

The petition for a vote must be received by the Clerk within 15 days of the last publication of this notice and shall contain on each page “an accurate and identical statement of the purpose of the petition”. Further requirements of the petition are provided in Section 164 of the Lloydminster Charter.

DATE of the last publication of this notice is the 28th day of July, 2022.

For more information, visit lloydminster.ca/news.

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Removing unsafe vehicles and vehicles towing recreational items improperly from Saskatchewan roads was a focus last week as police officers conducted a dedicated traffic stop near Chamberlain, Sask. – this and identifying drivers impaired by drugs and/

or alcohol.

Between 3,500-4,000 vehicles were checked b etw een July 12 and July 14 by Combined Traffic Services Saskatchewan (CTSS).

“Its summertime, people are traveling more and our focus continues to be on road safety,” said Cpl. Ray Bouchard of CTSS. “We’re here to help

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on are safe, not ruin travel plans – which is why a great number of safety violations identified were easily rectified through driver ed u cat ion or ad ju st ments to towing equipment. There were a large number of drivers inexperienced in towing trailers or campers.

“Many drivers had someone else connect their trailer or camper to their towing vehicle and were completely unaware of how to do it themselves, regardless if it was correct or not.”

Here’s what CTSS police officers found/ issued: - 17 suspensions for cannabis use - 1 suspension for cocaine use – police located the driver around 6:00 p.m.

- 4 roadside driving suspensions for alcohol - 37 vehicle inspections were issued - 4 people were arrested in relation to outstanding warrants - 8 suspended drivers were stopped - 22 vehicles were

impounded as a result of impaired driving - 4 child car seats were given out via an SGI grant after 44 child car seat inspections were completed - 85 vehicles were taken out of service for Vehicle Equipment Regulations violations - 918 warnings were issued - 104 tickets were issued for various other offences *A note these violations and tickets were identified/issued between 1 - 4 p.m.

Tuesday and 11 a.m.

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Lloydminster won 58 to 37. The athletic grounds were in poor condition due to the previous day’s heavy rainfall. Despite this and the strong prairie wind, a football match was held in the afternoon between the building trade and town collection players.

Homesteaders were really encour-

Thursday.

“Our feedback from the general public was that they were happy to see us there. And we were happy to be there, helping keep the roads that everyone drives on safe,” added Cpl. Bouchard.

A total of 19 police officers from Combined Traffic Services Saskatchewan units took part and were from Rosetown, Maidstone, Martensville, Lanigan, Meadow Lake, Melfort, Swift Current RCMP Detachments and Moose Jaw Police Service.

aged to grow a vegetable garden; plant flowers and trees reminiscent of those in the old country. The western prairie was home to an abundant growth of native flowers decorating the open land. Folks believed the Britannia Colony would be one of the most beautiful parts of the Saskatchewan Valley if everyone did their part.

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Time waits for no one MIDWEST MINUTE VERN McCLELLAND

There is a Rolling Stones tune titled “Time Waits for No One.” How true!

I am sure you have heard the saying outlining the three most important aspects of real estate; “location, location, location.”

Certainly important, but I believe the three primary principles should be “location, motivation, and time.”

Now we have discussed the first two before in this column, but to my knowledge, never time.

Why time? Well, we live in a world increasingly guided by instant gratification.

Want to look at a house? Well, it needs to

be today.

Doesn’t matter if the family in it has two young children, or is an elderly couple, or the fact you haven’t been to the bank yet.

I’m sure your lender will be impressed by the new truck you bought with only seven years to pay.

Passing through town and curious about return-on-investment opportunities?

Don’t research who the best resource people may be, just stop by a local brokerage, and expect the agent on call to rattle them off for you.

After all, you are an important man where you come from. At least, your momma thinks so.

Time is increasingly ignored by sellers as well.

You decide on Sun-

day it is time to put your house on the market and expect to see the For Sale sign on the front lawn Monday afternoon.

Let’s not talk about comparable sales to establish a reasonable asking price, the missing shingles quite evident from the street, or the need to clean all the clutter out before photos can be taken.

Or once your home is on the Multiple Listing Service, you refuse showings because the request is inconvenient to your lifestyle.

We’ve heard them all.

“I’m on my way to Saskatoon for the weekend, and there is dirty laundry on the floor of the bedroom.”

Maybe do a threeminute walkthrough before leaving the house?

“My parents are coming for the weekend.”

So, you can’t go out for coffee with them for an hour? Especially when the week before you were chewing on me because your house wasn’t selling.

Tenant-occupied

properties are often the worst as there really is no incentive for the occupants to cooperate; after all, if the house sells, they will need to move.

The children of some renters are sick every time we call, they must

have the family doctor on speed dial.

Or some rooms are always off limits. If no one is working in the household, why is someone always sleeping in the master bedroom at 11 in the morning?

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Dustin Gorst wins first career wagon show SARAH ZWEIFEL

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From July 8-16, the Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition Association hosted the North American Chuckwagon Championships (NACC).

This competition involved members of the World Professional Chuckwagon Association (WPCA) and the Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association (CPCA).

Only the best drivers and outriders from these two associations were invited to participate. This is the event’s second year and the plan is to continue on for years to come.

On Day 4 of the NACC, Dustin Gorst (Century Downs Racetrack and Casino) manifested his Fast Time

victory with a time of 1:15.79. However, the Heat of the Night went to Josh Hrynyk (Top Grade Construction) for his work in Heat 2, successfully earning a time of 1:20.81.

Day 5 resulted in Rae Croteau (Cinch Oilfield Hauling) scoring a time of 1:15.93, which was the Fasted Time for that day. The Heat of the Night was awarded to Chance Flad (Penny Holdings) in Heat 5, with a time of 1:16.94.

At the end of Day 6, Jamie Laboucane (Davco Industrial Construction Services) earned the spot of Fasted Time and Heat of the Night with his exceptional effort in Heat 8, which resulted in a time of 1:15.59, foreshadowing his victories later on in the week.

Day 7 of the NACC had Laboucane winning the Fasted Time Award for the second day in a row, with a time of 1:15.59. The Heat of the Night award went to Duane Antoine (Gold Horse Casino) in Heat 3 with his time of 1:18.59.

On Day 8, Preston Faithful (Arrow Head Well Abandonment) worked hard for his time of 1:14.20, which earned him the Fasted Time for that day.

The Heat of the Night went to Luke Tournier (Canoe Lake Cree First Nation) in Heat 7 with a time of 1:15.57.

The final day of the NACC, had Luke Tournier (Canoe Lake Cree First Nation) taking home the Fasted Time award for the second time in a row, for obtaining a 1:15.38.

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WPCA driver Dustin Gorst returns to the infield to salute the crowd during North American Chuckwagon Championship action at Halstead Downs.

At the end of the NACC, he got the top spot for the fasted time throughout all 9 days.

Tournier has a long history of success in the chuckwagon industry.

In 2013, he was named the WPCA Chuckwagon Person of the Year. He also won 14 show championships and qualified twice for the CPCA finals championship dash.

This 9-day show also resulted in a $100,000 “Dash for Cash” prize, a truck for the Aggregate winner.

The Border Tribal Council and Gold Horse Casino DASH FOR CASH were awarded to Dustin Gorst, and his outriders; Quaid Tournier and Tyler Desutter.

Gorst is from Meadow Lake and started his

career in 2014.

He is a 3rd generation chuckwagon competitor. After starting off as an outrider, he eventually transitioned into a driver’s seat and has won many titles throughout his chuckwagon career.

He won the CPCA Champion Outrider for the years 2006 and 2008. He has crowned the Calgary Stampede Top Rookie Driver in 2017 but this was the first show he has won.

Quad Tournier of Duck Lake got into the chuckwagon business after following in the footsteps of his father; Luke Tournier. He is currently in the 4th position of the outrider standings.

Tyler Desutter of Grand Prarie started

his outrider journey last year and has made quite a name for himself so far.

The Final Show Aggregrate Champions were none other than Jamie Laboucane, with the help of his outriders; Tyler McKenzie and Kale Lajeunesse.

Following the common theme with chuckwagon competitors, he wanted to be a part of this life after watching his father; Brain Laboucane, race for many years.

He started as an outrider at only 15 and started driving the year after he graduated high school. Jamie has been within the top 10 for the past 10 years. He has also qualified for the semi-finals at the Calgary Stampede.

Tyler McKenzie is from Hillmond, and after watching and helping his father, Sandy, Tyler had a goal of also becoming an outrider.

He started in 2012 and has been successful ever since. He is currently in the first position in the outrider standings.

Kale Lajeunesse of Meadow Lake started his dream of becoming an outrider in 2014.

Lajeunesse has ridden in the Calgary Stampede and is currently eighth in the standings.

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Sask construction/manufacturing sales surge in May MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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Investment in building construction numbers for May 2022 show Saskatchewan had the highest increase among the provinces compared to April with a 6 per cent increase.

Saskatchewan’s manufacturing sales in May increased by 36.1 per cent compared to May 2021, the second high-

MIDWEST MIN. FROM PAGE 15

The best one so far: “The bulldog may have her puppies this week!”

A joyous event for sure; I guess we should bring puppy gifts.

Even after two decades in the business I still can’t get used to the fact that many people feel Realtors should be at their beck and call 24/7.

I will make myself available to negotiate an offer presented to me on a client’s property or assist a colleague with a problem

est percentage change among the provinces.

“Saskatchewan’s economy is moving forward with significant strength as we see continued growth across a range of key economic indicators and more people working in our province than ever before,” said rade and Export Development Minster Jeremy Harrison.

they may be having, but some respect for our personal time would be nice.

There is very little in real estate that can’t wait to be discussed during normal business hours.

Vern McClelland is an associate broker with RE/MAX of Lloydminster and an active partner in his family’s livestock operation.

Comments on this article are welcome either by emailing vernmcclelland@remax.net or calling 306-821-0611.

“Our Government will continue to focus on growing our economy and ensuring that Saskatchewan is the best place in Canada for businesses and workers to be.”

Compared to May 2021, investment in building construction in Saskatchewan grew by 16 per cent, third in terms of percentage change among the provinces.

Nationally, building construction investment fell by 0.2 per cent in May compared to the previous month, and increased by 8.8 per cent compared to May 2021.

In May 2022, the value of Saskatchewan’s manufacturing sales increased by 2.5 per cent from April, the third highest percentage change among the provinces.

The total value of Saskatchewan’s manufacturing sales in May 2022 was approximately $2.2 billion.

In May, another

File Photo key economic indicator for Saskatchewan, merchandise exports increased by 55 per cent compared to May 2021.

This was the second highest increase in the country.

Merchandise exports grew to $4.9 billion, a jump of 22.7 per cent compared to April 2022, placing the province second

in both year-over-year and month-to-month export growth across all provinces.

Statistics Canada’s Labour Force Survey for June showed Saskatchewan’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 3.9 per cent, the second lowest among the provinces and the lowest for the province since Novem-

ber 2014.

For two consecutive months, several all-time employment records were reached, including overall employment (592,900), female employment (276,300), off-reserve Indigenous employment (67,400), and off-reserve Indigenous full-time employment (55,700).

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Last week in the field: Sask crop report

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Producers in the northwest of Saskatchewan were happy to see warm, sunny days this

past week and are hoping for continued warm weather to help crops advance.

Many regions also received rain which

was welcome for many, however, some areas did report localized flooding and hail.

Most of the crops in the region were rated as

fair to excellent in condition. Ninety-eight per cent of fall cereals, 70 per cent of spring cereals, 64 per cent of oilseeds and 73 per cent of pulse crops are rated as being in their normal development stages for this time of year.

Recent warm conditions have continued to allow crops to progress.

Rainfall in the region ranged from small amounts to 53 mm in the Glaslyn area.

The Frenchman Butte area received six mm of rain, the Meadow Lake area 13 mm, the Medstead area 16 mm and

the Speers area 24 mm.

Topsoil moisture conditions have improved overall in the region with less land being rated as surplus and short for moisture.

Cropland topsoil moisture is currently rated as 11 per cent surplus, 84 per cent adequate and five per cent short.

Hay and pasture land topsoil moisture is currently rated as 12 per cent surplus, 79 per cent adequate and nine per cent short.

While cool temperatures and moisture concerns, both too much and

too little, have slowed hay development and haying operations, the warm weather and showers this past week have improved conditions.

Haying is slowly continuing, with nine per cent of the hay crop cut and one per cent currently baled or put into silage.

Most of the damage this past week was caused by localized flooding, localized hail and strong winds.

Fungicides continue to be sprayed throughout most of the region by both ground and aerial application.

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DBRS Morningstar has confirmed its credit rating of AA (low) for Saskatchewan.

“All three major rating agencies have affirmed their credit ratings for our province,” Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Donna Har-

pauer said. “Saskatchewan continues to have the secondhighest credit rating among Canadian provinces. Credit rating agencies recognize our commitment to responsible fiscal policy.”

DBRS noted that “the elected government has long demonstrated com-

mitment to a pro-growth agenda, a low and competitive tax regime, balanced budget and low debt” and noted both a young, growing population and a diversified portfolio of government business enterprises.

In its release DBRS states that budget priorities have

not shifted as the government continues to focus on economic recovery in the “backdrop of the pandemic and vacillating global geopolitical undercurrents...”

“This is yet another endorsement of our sound fiscal policy and direction, and recognition that Sas-

katchewan’s economy is back on track,” Harpauer said.

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SMITH: Our precious Patricia Lee Smith, adoring wife to Morris, passed away at Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta, on July 3, 2022.

Pat is survived by: her loving husband, Morris; her four sons: Derek (Roxanne) and their children, Courtnee, Tyler (Brooklyn), Kaitlyn (Jeff) and Quinn; Brent (Christy) and their daughters, Rachel, Carlyn and Danielle; Aaron (Sarah) and their sons, Bennett and Connor; and Chad (Brooke) and their children, Jaxon, Rowan & Maeve; She is also survived by: her brother, Vaughn (Louise) Pirie; her mother-in-law, Marjorie Smith; and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Elwood (Linda) Smith, Barry (Deb) Smith, Wes

(Michele) Smith, Marilyn (Jan) van der Velden, Eldeen (Dan) Borys and Kent Smith; Pat will also be lovingly remembered by numerous nieces and nephews, as well as many close friends who adored her as much as her family did.

Pat was predeceased by: her parents, Archie and Aileen Pirie; her father-in-law, Lorne Smith; and brother-in-law, Doug Smith.

The Memorial Service for Pat was held at Grace United Church, Lloydminster, Alberta on July 8, 2022. The service was livestreamed and can be viewed on Pat’s obituary on the McCaw website.

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AB

155,000

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99,900

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$1200

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4 Bed, 3 Bath

$1900

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128,000

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MLS A1197890

AB

119,000

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AB

28,000

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