Meridian Source - May 25, 2023

Thursday, May 25, 2023

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Martial artist sets sights on Worlds

Lakeland carpenter super awesome.” years with Lucas’ dad, Chris, To win his national sparring b e i n g t h e D o j a n g ’ s l e a d aims to nail title, Feeley had to take down instructor. Chris’ wife, Jasa 1 0 - y e a r r e i g n i n g n a t i o n myne, takes care of the frontthe Peg champ, all while in his first end and books, and their three

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Left: Torrent TKD’s Lucas Feeley, who recently won a national TaekwonDo title in sparring in Vernon, B.C., is now preparing to take on the best at Worlds in Finland in September. Feeley is seen performing one of his specialty techniques at the Dojang last week.

Right: Feeley and his dad, Chris, who’s also the lead instructor and owner at Torrent, were all smiles after the 18-year-old won his first national title.

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Lucas Feeley is having a heck of a year on two fronts.

Fresh off his first national Taekwon-Do championship title in sparring, the 18-yearold is competing in Winnipeg this week at Skills Canada nationals in video production, while also preparing for International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF) World Championships in Finland from Sept.

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Feeley was in Vernon, B.C. from May 6-7 for ITF national championships where he went up against the best 18-35-yearolds in the country in three dif-

ferent competitions.

Feeley competed in specialty technique, patterns, and sparring. It’s also worth noting this was Feeley’s first national competition in the 18-35 adult category, having turned 18 in December.

“Luckily in sparring I got gold, so I’m the national champ in sparring,” he humbly stated.

“In specialty technique, which is my favourite … I came up short and got second, but this one is super cool because they put boards eight and a half feet in the air and you have to jump and kick them with your feet. It’s

outing in the adult division.

“Legend has it he was reigning for around 10 years. He was an awesome competitor, super fierce, I love the guy and think he’s awesome,” said Feeley, noting this mystery competitor trains out of Lethbridge and is in his mid-20s.

With a national title in the books, Feeley is putting everything he has into preparation for Worlds in Finland.

“There’s still one roadblock in the way (with) a selection camp in June, so I’m preparing for that,” he said.

“Now, it’s no days off.

Every morning, every night, I’m stretching and training, no matter what, and I put in about two hours three to four days per week here.

“A world title has been the dream for a while; first it was just a national title, and now that I’ve gotten there I’ve broadened my horizons a bit and worlds seems to be the number one thing I’m going for right now.”

Feeley first took to martial arts at a very young age and has been training out of Torrent TKD for the past 14 years.

Taekwon-Do runs deep in the Feeley family as they’ve owned Torrent for over 14

kids, including Lucas, have all been instructors at the Dojang.

Aside from what might seem like endless days of training ahead, Feeley and the team at Torrent are also looking for sponsors to help get Lucas to Finland.

Anyone interested in supporting Feeley on his journey to Finland is welcome to reach out to Torrent TKD at 780-872-9634 or email torrenttkd@gmail.com

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Lakeland College carpentry whiz Tyler Benfeld is going for gold at the Skills Canada National Competition Thursday and Friday in Winnipeg.

Bendfeld got to this week’s nationals by winning his second consecutive gold medal in carpentry at the provincials in Edmonton in early May. The third-year carpenter apprentice from Heisler, Alta earned a silver medal at the nationals a year ago.

Bendfeld has been able to demonstrate his talent and expertise while under constant pressure at Skills Canada events.

“The competitions are intense, but Lakeland has supported me the entire time,” said Bendfeld about the provincials. “It’s so rewarding to be able to do a skill like carpentry and be able to take it to the provincial level.”

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Benfeld ready for another round at Skills Nationals FROM PAGE 1

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Third-year carpenter apprentice Tyler Benfeld at Lakeland College is competing this week at the Skills Canada National Competition in Winnipeg. He’s going for gold after winning silver last year. He is pictured on route to winning his second consecutive gold at the provincials held in Edmonton earlier this month.

“My instructors at Lakeland have been very supportive of me, especially Curtis Cassibo, who has both taught me and come with me to the competitions.”

Several other apprentices from the Vermilion campus did well at the provincials includ-

ing Simon Menard, fourth in heavy vehicle technology; Michael Schroeder, fifth in automobile technology and Jacob Leclerc, fifth in welding.

“Congratulations to all of our apprentices who competed in the Skills Canada Alberta Competition,” said Dave King, dean of trades and

technology in a statement.

“You have made us proud of your commitment and dedication to your trade,” said King.

“Best of luck to Tyler as he represents Lakeland College and Team Alberta once more at the Skills Canada competition in Winnipeg on May 25 and 26.”

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Integra Engineering hosted the annual MS pancake breakfast fundraiser Wednesday morning.

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There was cause to celebrate the protection of vulnerable paws as the Border Paws Animal Shelter opened its new facility to the public.

Previously known as the Lloydminster and District SPCA for over 50 years, Border Paws is now located in its new home at 5206 63 St. Lloydminster, Alta.

The shelter hosted a soft opening/open house last Thursday afternoon for media, community sponsors and builders, which gave the shelter’s staff and volunteers a chance to reflect on the work needed to get to this point.

“A lot of blood sweat and tears went into getting us to where we are today,” said Border Paws’ funding and events coordinator Kandace Letkeman “Our old building was run down; the roof was starting to fall in and we had mould issues, even space-wise we didn’t have enough room,” she added.

“Here, all of our rooms are separate, we’ve got ventilation and air conditioning in each room, so disease management is much better. We have a lot more space now and this new facility is very clean. I love it.”

As a non-profit organization, the shelter relies on community support to keep the lights on, and in the spirit of transparency, a financial breakdown of the project was provided.

A total of $490K was spent on general renovations, $130K on heating, plumbing and ventilation, $145K on dog kennels, $95K on cat kennels, and $80K on the shelter’s outdoor area.

The City of Lloydminster also approved a $300K grant earlier this month to help the shelter pay for those final touches.

“This is something we’ve worked together on for so long, and to be able to have the City’s backing means so much,” said Border Paws president, Amanda Williams.

“The money will be used to help with the general renovation costs, specifically the kennels and backyard grading, as well as some of the final touches we need to get it up and running.”

The official request to council for funding was made in February and Williams noted it was nice to finally have an answer.

“It’s amazing,” she said.

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Shop nights rebuild museum interest

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A group of volunteers meets every Wednesday in the new Building C of the Manitou Pioneers Museum in Neilburg to restore two old donated tractors and trucks. The project is reviving up interest in the museum, which is open during the summer.

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Wednesday is a wrench day at the Manitou Pioneers Museum in Neilburg, also known locally as shop night.

Shop night is the brainchild of Chris

Makey, who works as a foreman for the RM of Buffalo and chairs the museum’s machinery committee.

“We built a shop and we have volunteers come in,” said Makey.

“We restore donated stuff and equipment and

get it ready for display.”

High on the interest list for the volunteers is the ongoing restoration of vintage vehicles.

“We’ve got two tractors in there right now and a 1949 REO truck,” said Makey.

“Volunteers are there

every Wednesday night helping out.”

Shop night is billed as “a great evening of camaraderie and a sense of accomplishment to see antique tractors and vehicle resume to running condition again” according to minutes from the museum’s AGM in April.

“We started on the first Wednesday in November 2022. We’ve been averaging five to eight guys a night,” said Makey.

He says people donate equipment and they want to see it displayed and fixed.

Makey also has antique tractors at home.

“I’ve got quite a collection and go to tractor shows,” he said.

He says the museum in Neilburg is for the local history, but they’re branching into the farm machinery and stuff to present to the public.

“There’s three projects on the go right now.”

The group is researching and restoring a 1951 Le Roi Tractair once used as a compressor for the airports in the military.

The guys also hope to bring a 1949 Case DC4 tractor back to life and a 1949 REO Speed Wagon truck that Makey says some mistook for the 70s rock band of the same name.

“We brought it in on the second Wednesday night and everybody said, ‘What’s this’ and I said ‘It’s an REO Speed Wagon and everybody goes ‘No, that’s a band,’” he said with a laugh.

“The band named themselves after a truck—they all had their phone on Google to see if I was bullsh*tting them too. It’s quite funny for me anyways.”

The fellowship and work take place inside a new museum wing called Building C that’s been a work in progress itself since the plan was hatched in 2017.

The space will house a barn/agro/4-H area, a

school, a general store, a hospital and a garage.

“We’re slowly getting it done. Hopefully, we’ll have it all done this year,” said Makey who headed the building committee at one time.

“The community chipped in and donated all the money for the building too,” said Makey.

He says the goal is to display the restored vehicles in the building.

He says the pandemic put a dent in the progress of Building C along with visitor numbers, but he thinks the shop night projects are actually motivating people to take an interest again.

The museum is known for its Indigenous artifacts, artifacts from the settler families of the district and wood carvings by local artists and is open to the public from July 1 to Aug. 31.

There is also a small RV park with a washroom/shower facility adjacent to the museum.

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Get colourful for an educational cause Stitches also donated.

The Lloydminster and District Co-op is providing water for the race,

numbers to support the play structure.

“The first year we did Students and staff at Mother Teresa Early it we were a little hesiChildhood Education tant as to what it would Centre are going crazy look like, but last year’s for colour as they pre- run raised over $2,000 pare for the school’s for our outdoor space,” t h i r d a n n u a l c o l o u r she said.

“It’s a really fun event run.

The 3 km funder run that’s a minimal cost i s b e i n g h e l d i n t h e to families to come and s c h o o l ’ s f r o n t p l a y - just celebrate everyground on June 3 with thing; our school, our re g is tr a t i on s t a r t i n g community.”

Pre-K students got at 9:30 a.m. The run to test out the colour begins at 10:30 a.m.

Registration is $5.50 last Thursday during per person or $15.50 a photo-op with local f o r a f a m i l y a n d a l l media, which quickly funds raised go directly t u r n e d i n t o a s e a o f to purchasing a new smiles. Afterwards, play structure for the Grade 1 and 2 students made posters to proschool’s backspace.

“This is our outdoor mote the event inside classroom and we actu- the school.

One of those was ally have a garden that w a s p l a n t e d b y o u r Grade 2 student, HenGrade 1s; as a school drix Gartner, who had a community we planted great time making posta garden,” said Pre-K ers and is excited to try teacher Sarah Rorquist to cross the finish line first again this year. of the backspace.

“I think we’re going “Our kids get to enjoy this space for learning to have a lot of fun,” he math, art, and differ- said, adding he’s excited ent skills like that we do about the prospect of a right here on our play- new play structure.

“I think (a new one) ground … we just need an updated playground would be way cooler.”

Gartner noted his to add to this area.”

A f t e r t h e s u c c e s s favourite colour is blue of last year’s second- b e c a u s e h e l i k e s t h e annual run, Rorquist is Leafs and the Oilers.

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to thank local sponsors as the event wouldn’t be possible without their help.

“Purchasing the colour is very expensive, so we reached out to our community and local businesses helped

to provide the funds to make it happen. Kondro Electric is our gold sponsor, Kenworth, Robinson Construction and Skyline Refrigeration are our silver sponsors, and Walkin on Water and House of

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Staff and students at Mother Teresa Early Childhood Education Centre are excited to host the school’s third annual colour run on June 3 as they raise money to buy a new playground for their backspace.

and Sobeys helps by donating some cookies and juice for after the event.”

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New shelter provides caring creature comforts FROM PAGE 3

For Letkeman, one of the biggest changes since moving into the

new space is the animal’s overall happiness.

“The animals are much happier here,”

she said. “Back at the old shelter, it was very dark and gloomy and they couldn’t see out-

side. Now they can see outside and we can also walk the dogs in the green space behind the facility.”

Letkeman also noted everyone at Border Paws is looking foward to being able to house more animals while also having a better handle on disease managment

with the new ventilation system.

“We’ll have healthy animals all the time,” she said, adding the fact the new facility is more than just an animal shelter.

“We even have a multi-purpose room that you can rent and host birthday parties,

yoga nights, you name it, and we incorporate the animals into that,” she said.

With kitten season on the horizon, Border Paws is bracing for an influx in four-legged furry friends and is looking forward to working with the community to adopt them out.

Four score at debate

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Alberta general election hopefuls Michael Powell, Independent, Danny Hozack, Wildrose Loyalty Coalition Party, Darrell Dunn, Alberta Party, and current Vermilion-Lloydminster-Wainwright MLA, Garth Rowswell, United Conservative Party, spoke in Vermilion Tuesday night during an all-candidates forum. Roughly 35 locals turned out for the event.

Missing from the event were NDP and Green Party candidates Dawn Flaata and Tigra-Lee Campbell.

Lloyd rent cheaper than most MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF

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The average rental rates in Canada for all property types have jumped $340 since the pandemic low according to the latest national rent report by Rentals. ca and Urbanation.

Average asking rents in Canada rose 20 per cent in April f or all property types to $2,002 over the low in April 2021 of $1,662.

Lloydminster is not on the list, but the average monthly rent in April was $811 and the average monthly rent for a two-bedroom was

$933 according to the report authors.

Provincially, average rent in Alberta increased the second highest by 14.8 per cent in April to $1,500 for purpose-built and condominium apartments.

Edmonton came in 32nd on the list for average monthly rent in April for a one-bedroom home at $1,163 and 31st for average monthly rent for a two-bedroom at $1,489.

“Rents continued to face upward pressure across Canada during April, with the strongest growth felt in

markets that see the highest levels of immigration,” said Urbanation president Shaun Hildebrand.

“Tenants that signed leases during the pandemic may be facing rent increases of 20 per cent or more if they decide to move, causing reduced turnover that is exacerbating the low supply situation.”

The rent report charts and analyzes monthly, quarterly and annual rates and trends in the rental market on a national, provincial, and municipal level.

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The Meridian Source is excited to announce the return of our 20 Questions feature! Each month, the Source will spotlight one member of the community as a fun way to bring us all closer together!

This month we featured Peter Brown, CEO of the Lloydminster and District Co-op, to see what makes him tick.

If you didn’t do what you do for a living, what would you be?

A race car driver.

It’s Sunday morning, what are you having for breakfast?

Bacon and eggs.

If you could see one concert, what would it be?

Bon Jovi.

Who was your childhood celebrity crush?

Tiffani Amber Thiessen.

If you could have one

super power, what would it be?

To read my wife’s mind.

What’s your dream car?

1966 Chevelle.

What’s your fast-food guilty pleasure?

Dairy Queen Double Cheeseburger.

Last book you couldn’t put down?

The people are so friendly.

Johnny Lawrence’s mixed tape.

If we’re buying you’re having....

What’s your biggest pet peeve?

Steak.

How to Win Friends and Inf luence People by Dale Carnegie.

What’s your favourite vacation destination?

What was your favourite TV show?

What’s your weirdest habit?

Which person, alive or dead, would you like to have dinner with?

What’s currently playing in your car or on your smartphone right now?

Cheers.

Chris Farley.

Cancun.

Fidgeting.

People who don’t pickup after their dogs on walking paths.

What are your words to live by?

“The Lord is my Shepherd.”

Who’s your hero?

My dad.

What was your most embarrassing moment?

I plead the fifth.

What’s the one thing you haven’t done that you’d love to do?

Race a car.

Tiffani Amber Thiessen.

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What’s the best thing about Lloydminster?

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Chase the Ace, again!

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Get rich quick.

The first draw of a new Lloyd Ex Chase the Ace fundraiser takes place on May 31 with ticket sales now underway.

As usual, the draw will take place every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Weir Vet Concourse at the Lloyd Ex. The way it works is, 20 per cent of the weekly sales is won every week, 30 per cent

goes into the growing jackpot and 50 per cent goes to the future growth of the Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibi-

tion Association.

Check out the website at LloydEx.com/chasethe-ace for three ways to purchase tickets.

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The Border City will be the host site for the 2023 All Nations Cup, a prestigious event that brings First Nations golfers from across western and central Canada together to compete in a friendly and competitive envi-

ronment from July 30 to Aug. 5.

The tournament will be staged over seven days at the Lloydminster Golf and Curling Centre (LGCC) and Rolling Green Fairways Golf Course and RV Park.

“Warrior Golf is proud and excited to

enter into this relationship with the City of Lloydminster and Rolling Green Fairways as a true act of reconciliation utilizing the spirit and unity of golf as a platform,” said Warrior Golf’s founder and president Wayne Wood.

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Lloyd opens hearts, hotel rooms to fire evacuees TAYLOR WEAVER EDITOR

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The City of Lloydminster recently had the chance to test its emergency management plans and hosting capabilities with approximately 800 evacuees in town due to wildfires in northern Saskatchewan.

Andrew DeGruchy, the City’s manager of emergency management, described what the situation was like last Wednesday during a Zoom call with local media.

Evacuees were coming from the areas of Michel Village, Saint George’s Hill, Dillon, Buffalo River Dene and Buffalo Narrows, which were all either fully displaced or have had their vulnerability categorized as displaced due to health concerns from severe smoke in those areas.

“Those evacuations are being coordinated

File Photo with Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) as well as the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA), and it just depends where residents are from on who’s looking after those evacuations,” said DeGruchy last week via Zoom.

“Lloydminster is sort of at capacity now, especially in regard to hotel facilities, so the communities of Cold Lake, Prince Albert, Saskatoon and Regina are all

starting to take evacuees at this time as well.”

DeGruchy also pointed out MLTC established security at all hotels hosting evacuees and was working with the SPSA to make sure everyone is fed.

The Lloydminster Exhibition has been hosting evacuees for three meals per day with charter buses providing transportation for each meal.

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Viewpoint Leeway from Lloyd: Wildfires hijacking Alberta election

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If firefighters were running in the election, they would probably win. Hats off to these folks who put their own lives at risk to save others and properties this month.

Several firefighters from Lloydminster were deployed to the County of Grand Prairie for about a week in early May at the request of the Government of Alberta.

Members of the Britannia Fire Department were sent to northern Saskatchewan last week to protect property from

Wildfires.

Fires and multiple evacuations throughout Alberta have nearly totally consumed the attention of the electorate heading into the general election on May 29.

Some people have recommended the election be postponed due to the fires, but life goes on despite current events or whether your grandma has a cold.

This election should really be about who is the best candidate in the Vermilion-Lloydminster-Wainwright riding and not the leaders of the main NDP and UCP parties.

Unfortunately with such a short election campaign, it’s really

tough for no-name candidates and new parties to get voter recognition and win the hearts and minds of voters.

Old fashion door knocking might be too old-fashioned or even dangerous these days, leaving social media as one the leading ways to get known, if only by a few folks.

Posting short videos online could be an effective use of limited funds, but voters still have to know where to find these clips.

Lloydminster area voters got a chance to put a face to the names on election signs at last night’s all-candidates forum, just days before heading to the polls.

If there were an award for the most election signs, UCP MLA Garth Rowswell would win hands-down.

The fact I mention it may prove posting thousands of signs throughout the riding is probably still the most effective way to put your name and party in the heads of voters.

Anyone running for the Daisy Party could just rely on Mother Nature to spread the news.

Given the grim reality of wildfires that have hijacked the campaign, the candidate who promises to make it rain on election day may be a shoo-in to win the riding.

Letter to the editor ... Flaata pitches NDP platform

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’ve been asked to speak at a high school and I can’t

wait.

All those bright young minds on the cusp of their independence. Did you know the Alberta NDP party has youth voting delegates? They recognize and give power to young adults by giving them a voice.

So, I’m excited to hear what the young

rural voters in this riding have to say.

And, it’s confusing out there. As someone recently pointed out, when the shirt you’ve always worn is the same colour but they’ve changed the fit, it may not feel comfortable anymore. Change is hard.

The majority of Albertans are moderate in their views and actions.

The last four years of

conflict and chaos in the UCP government has put us on shaky footing. We are worried and tired of the crisis in healthcare and education. We want real action and long-lasting solutions. We want stability and a government we can have confidence in to deliver on jobs and affordability.

Within days there is an important election coming up. This is a piv-

otal moment that will determine the direction of Alberta’s future on our public health care system, public school system, the Canadian Pension Plan, and the RCMP. The Alberta NDP government over the last two years has consulted with hundreds of thousands of Albertans to provide policy and a campaign commitment that Albertans want.

What we don’t want is the concerning direction taken by the UCP, that will erode our democratic institutions, privatize health care, exhibit selective enforcement of Canadian law, replacement of the RCMP, take our pensions to create an Alberta administered plan, sell off provincial parks or permit openpit mining.

The Alberta NDP have delivered a solid and transparent plan this election and will provide responsible and stable government for the next four years.

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Evacuees expected to be in town for two-week period FROM PAGE 9

“Aside from that, the City is supporting them with logistics around providing a bus service throughout the community so people can get to recreational facilities, so we’ve worked with Border City Connects to establish a bus route and make sure people have stuff to do while they’re (here).”

Aside from logistics works, the City is also providing behind-thescenes support for the Canadian Red Cross, MLTC and the SPSA “A lot of that has to do with recreation, and there’s some volunteer management that we’re getting into as well as we see some of those feeding facilities and hotels get pushed beyond their capacity perhaps,” he said.

“At this time, the wildfire is still classed as ‘out of control,’ so we’re still anticipating we’re in that 10 to

14 day period they’ll be located in the City.”

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If there is a request to the public for volunteers, we’ll certainly do that through our traditional media systems to get the message out.

With Alberta declari n g a S t a t e o f E m e rgency on May 6, DeGruchy noted the province has also reached out to Lloyd for help.

“The Government of Alberta looked to Lloyd as a possible evacuation route as Edmonton and some of the major urban areas are getting a little overwhelmed with the amount of evacuees they’re getting from western Alberta, they’ve looked to

Lloyd as well,” said DeGruchy.

“We’re beyond capacity for that, so if anything, it would be a congregate shelter style. We’ve offered that to Alberta, but they’re going to look at other communities that can provide hotel services instead.”

For those looking to do their part and help out locally, DeGruchy explained a request to the public for volunteers has yet to be made.

“We’re reaching out, specifically to community groups at this time, so for community groups, keep an eye for those requests,” he said.

“If there is a request to the public for volunteers, we’ll certainly do that through our traditional media systems to get the message out, as well as the City of Lloydminster’s Facebook page, if we do get to that point.”

FLAATA FROM PAGE 10

They are the only party with a clear and concise road map and best hope for honest, ethical leadership.

In my opinion they

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are the right choice for Albertans, the only choice for a better future.

I’m prepared to do the hard work. I am prepared to bring your

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voice to government.

You, have to get out and vote.

- Dawn Flaata, NDP Vermilion

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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.

Square Dancing Introduction NEW LOCATION! Intro to square dancing will be held on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at City Church, 5115 - 49 Street. Walk to the beat of music by following simple instructions from the caller. Come alone or bring a friend. Wear whatever is comfortable. First evening is FREE! Bingo at the Moose The Moose Lodge, located at 521357 Street, Lloydminster, hosts bingo nights every Monday and Wednesday. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and play starts at 7 p.m.

Moose Lodge Rummage Sale

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

The Moose Lodge, located at 5213 57 St., is hosting a garage/rummage sale on May 26 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and May 27 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tables are $20 ($10 for Moose members in good standing. For more info and table rentals, contact Susan at 780872-1871.

Community Garage Sale The Blackfoot Community Garage Sale takes place this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Blackfoot Hall.

This is a great way to showcase your local business. Tables are still available and require a $25 non-refundable deposit to hold. E-Transfer to Lisa at 780-870-7329. Residents in Blackfoot will also be set up from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Spring Rev Up Car Show The Lloydminster Motor Club is pleased to present its Spring Rev Up Car Show, which is scheduled for May 28 at the Lloydminster Exhibition by the Nissan Hall. It’s the club’s season opener and the event will include food on the go, music, and as always, a wide variety of cars, truck, bikes, and more! The show is scheduled from noon until 5 p.m.

St. Anthony’s Catholic Women’s League Garage Sale The St. Anthony’s Catholic Women’s League is hosting a Spring Garage Sale on Friday, June 2 from 4-7 p.m. and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 3 at St. Anthony’s Parish Hall, 2704-56 Ave. As you consider what to do with those “give away” items, consider donating them to the CWL Garage Sale. Donate, sell, or buy. We need you. Please plan to deliver items by Thursday, June 1.

Contact Pat at 780-214-3779 for more info.

Diabetes Education Class The Sask Health Authority is hosting An Introduction to the Basics, a Diabetes education class, on June 5 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Klinger Conference Room of the Priaire North Plaza. To register, please call 306820-4887.

120th Anniversary Celebration The Friends of the Lloydminster Regional Archives is pleased to present the 120th anniversary celebration of Lloydminster. The celebration

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is being held on June 7 at the Legacy Centre, 5101-46 St. View the old photo collection and reminisce at 11 a.m. followed by luncheon and entertainment at noon. Cost is $20/person. To purchase tickets, contact Shirley Aston at 639-536-0719 or Lynne Smith at 780872-4184 or Carrie Pollard at the Legacy Centre.

Seniors’ AGM The Lloydminster Concerned Citizens for Seniors Care Society is hosting its Annual General Meeting on June 12 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Legacy Centre, 5101-46 Street.

Everyone welcome. Memberships are $10 and will be available at the door.

Strategies for Managing High Blood Pressure The Sask. Health Authority is hosting a Strategies for Managing High Blood Pressure class on June 20 from 9-11 a.m. in the Prairie North Plaza’s Suite 109. To register, please call 306820-6262. This class is free.

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Letter to the editor

ecently a man chose to evade a road checkpoint near Fox Creek and had to be airlifted out by helicopter after his truck was later surrounded by fire.

Lightning, no doubt, caused some of our wildfires this month.

But many of them were caused by humans; a careless cigarette butt, a campfire, or a hot exhaust pipe that was

too close to dry grass.

There are people even suggesting arson may have caused some of them.

A new Alberta Government will sometimes have to say to Albertans, “This area is too dry right now, the fire risk is too high, and you cannot go there for the time being. If you do, you will be criminally charged.”

A new Alberta Government will also have to say “Our lands and forests are becoming drier, and our fire season is lengthening because of climate change. And we’re going to act strongly on that issue.”

Who is up for that?

Will the UCP dare to say these things to Albertans? Would the NDP? - Roger Gagne

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Synergy Credit Union is celebrating its 80th anniversary with a massive summer cash giveaway contest for members as one of the activities in store throughout the year.

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As we look to the future, we remain committed to serving our members with excellence and building strong partnerships with the communities we serve.

The company’s anniversary year marks eight decades of serving its members and supporting the communities it serves.

Since its founding in 1943, Synergy Credit Union has grown to become one of Saskatchewan’s leading financial institutions, with 12

branches and 29,000 members.

“We are proud of our history of serving members with personalized financial services and building strong relationships,” said Glenn Stang, CEO of Synergy Credit Union in a statement.

“As we celebrate our 80th anniversary, we want to express our gratitude to our members and employees for their unwavering support and trust.”

Synergy’s commitment to community partnership is evidenced by its active involvement in various local initiatives, including supporting local charities and non-profit organizations, sponsoring community events, and providing financial literacy programs for its member communities.

Synergy has also commissioned a unique art piece from Saskatchewan artist Christine Marie of Awasis Boutique in Saskatoon for the anniversary.

The art piece is

inspired by Indigenous cultures and beliefs, paying respect to the land, and representing a strong foundation.

Sage and grass are intertwined throughout the design, symbolizing growth, and partnership. Synergy staff members will proudly wear this art piece on their new corporate attire and a copy will be displayed in all branches from June onwards.

Other anniversary activities on tap include special member appreciation days and a commemorative video highlighting the credit union’s history and achievements.

Members are encouraged to follow Synergy on social media and visit their website to stay up to date on celebrations.

“We are committed to being a trusted financial partner for our members and to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work,” said Stang.

“As we look to the future, we remain com-

mitted to serving our members with excellence and building strong partnerships with the communities

we serve.”

Synergy is the fifthlargest credit union in the province of Saskatchewan and is one

of the leading credit unions in Canada, with more than $2.1 billion in assets under administration.

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Rising food costs lead to gardening boom It’s no surprise rising food costs are a top

concern for Canadians.

According to research

from The Canadian Centre for Food Integ-

rity, the cost of food has consistently been the number one worry among the majority of Canadians for the past five years, with a continued increase in 2022.

Last year, 69 per cent of Canadians were concerned about the cost of food and 56 per cent were concerned about keeping healthy food affordable.

These rising food costs have led to more people thinking about growing their own vegetable gardens at home to save money. A new study by the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University found that one in five Canadians has started growing food at home in the past three years.

“Canadians have been under an incredible amount of financial strain in recent years with food price increases leading the way . That has le d t o more people thinking about growing some of their own food at home,” said Paul Lefebvre, new product development manager at Premier Tech Home & Garden, a Canadian manufacturer and marketer of consumer lawn and

File Photo garden products.

While food security is a complex issue affected by a number of factors, urban or home gardening can, in some cases, help get more healthy food to those who need it.

Home gardeners, like farmers, have access to a toolbox of options, including a range of biological, organic and synthetic pesticides to help them protect their crops from attacks from insects, weeds

and diseases.

“Canada has some of the best regulation and legislation related to the evaluation of pesticides,” said Lefebvre.

“Many government regulatory agencies around the world look closely at pesticides to ensure they are safe for use.”

Whether you are a long-time home gardener or planting your first vegetable seeds and plants this year, enjoy the fruits of your labour.

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Rubber paving takes world by colourful storm In a truly groundbreaking development, rubber paving has emerged as the latest trend in urban design, making cities bounce with excitement.

This innovative and eco-friendly material is causing quite a stir, turning ordinary sidewalks and roads into colourful, vibrant pathways that offer a unique walking experience.

Gone are the days of boring concrete and asphalt.

Rubber paving, made from recycled tires, has taken the world by storm, literally springing up in cities across the globe. From Paris to Tokyo and New York to Sydney, pedestrians are hopping, skipping, and jumping with delight on

these resilient surfaces.

Why rubber, you ask? Well, besides its impressive environmental credentials, rubber paving provides numerous benefits.

Not only does it reduce noise pollution caused by heavy foot traffic and vehicles, but its shock-absorbing properties make it easier on the joints, providing a comfortable walking experience for young and old alike.

No more sore feet and achy knees after a long stroll.

But what sets rubber paving apart is its vibrant array of colours. Say goodbye to drab gray streets!

Urban landscapes are now transformed into vibrant mosaics of

reds, blues, yellows, and greens, making each walk an artistic adventure. Not to mention, the bouncy texture adds an element of fun and playfulness to everyday life.

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, rubber paving also showcases its durability. This resilient material can withstand the harshest weather conditions, remaining flexible and crack-free.

It reduces the need for constant repairs and maintenance, saving cities valuable resources in the long run.

Environmentalists are thrilled with this innovative approach to sustainability. By repurposing discarded tires into rubber paving, cities are making signifi-

cant strides in reducing waste and carbon emissions. It’s a win-win for both the environment and urban dwellers.

As the rubber paving revolution continues to gain traction, architects, city planners, and residents are embracing the new possibilities it presents. The future of urban design is looking bright, bouncy, and full of colour.

So, the next time you

File Photo find yourself strolling through the city, keep an eye out for these rubbery wonders beneath your feet. Who knows,

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Lloyd set for First Nations golf tourney

File Photo FROM PAGE 8

“Hosting the 2023 All Nations Cup is no small feat as we anticipate more than 500 golfers participating in six tournaments cumulating towards one community champion.

Mamawohkamotowin (work together - Cree), is one of our guiding principles at Warrior Golf, and we look forward to working with the Lloydminster Golf & Curling Centre and Rolling Green Fairways to host this prestigious event. It’s our hope we can continue to develop this positive relationship to host possible future events.”

The Lloydminster Golf and Curling Centre is home to one of the top golf courses in Sask, which has hosted tourname nts su c h a s th e Saskatchewan Amateur and PGA of Saskatchewan Championship.

The LGCC offers four sets of tee boxes ranging from 5,700 yards to 7,000 yards.

Family-owned and operated, Rolling Green Fairways offers an immersive experience with its meticulouslycrafted 18 holes, each enticing players with lush green fairways and challenging design.

With a par of 71, the course caters to both novice and seasoned golfers alike. Rolling Green Fairways also offers a convenient 80-site RV park.

“Rolling Green Fairways is truly honoured and thrilled to host the All Nations Cup on our pristine grounds,” said Rolling Green Fairways’

Heather Walker.

“It’s an incredible opportunity to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of our Indigenous communities through the universal language of golf. Our course eagerly awaits the arrival of players, ready to provide a warm and inclusive atmosphere where tradition, camaraderie, and the joy of the game converge harmoniously.”

The All Nations Cup will bring a significant economic impact to Lloydminster as the tournament is expected to attract hundreds of golfers and guests, creating opportunities for local businesses to benefit from increased tourism and revenue.

“The City of Lloydminster is honoured to be the host site of this important event and looks forward to welcoming Indigenous golfers, their families and spectators from across Canada,” said Mayor Gerald Aalbers.

“We recognize the importance of promoting Indigenous culture and tradition and believe that events like the All Nations Cup help to foster understanding, appreciation and respect.”

Celebrating First Nations culture, tradition and athleticism, Warrior Golf first held the tournament in 2021, and it has since become one of the most highly anticipated events of the year.

For more information, visit the All Nations Cup on Facebook.

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Rowing club in the fast Lane GEOFF LEE WRITER

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The Lloydminster Rowing Club will be making a big splash this summer starting with open water coaching by speedy Team Sask rower, Shelby Lane, at Killarney Lake on June 1.

Club president, Michelle Lopez, says having Lane as a fulltime coach will provide consistent coaching for new and experienced rowers.

“With her experience and the amount of coaching she’s received, it is going to be such an asset for the club and our development, and for our athletes to have an amazing mentor,” said Lopez.

The local third-year University of Saskatchewan education student athlete just finished her teaching practicum at E.S. Laird School and will coach four days a week.

“I’m looking forward to it,” said Lane, who will squeeze in some rowing herself.

“I do have knowledge about rowing, but the summer is more to focus on getting people out to try rowing, just to have fun. Everyone in Lloyd is new to rowing.”

She’ll also be focused on the techniques that helped her win medals at multiple events across Canada.

Skilled rower Liam Gilby from Holy Rosary High School will compete in the Canadian Secondary Schools Rowing Association (CSSRA) competition in St. Cath-

erines Ont. June 3-4 in the heavyweight and lightweight singles.

He is stoked knowing Lane will be helping him and others improve their skills for future events.

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It is going to be such an asset for the club and our development, and for our athletes to have an amazing mentor.

“I love Shelby; it’s’ going to be a super good reason to practise,” said the teen.

“It will allow so many more practices to our schedule and just make it like we can excel.”

The club’s new indoor rowing facility allowed Gilby to knock 10 seconds off his 2 K time to qualify for the CSSRA. It also allowed for the junior club to meet three days a week and the masters club one day a week.

“It provided an excellent opportunity for fitness, technique and to come together as a club,” said Lopez.

Gilby is also a mentor, as learning to row indoors and outdoors in Lloydminster has earned the Grade 12 grad a spot on the University of Victoria rowing team this fall.

Lane says rowing at a high level at U of S has been tremendously rewarding for her with one more year to go

before graduating in 2024.

“It was another great experience to push myself. I went to Canadian University championships, which was definitely a bigger regatta for me,” she said.

She is hoping to inspire new rowers to pursue that academic and athletic education experience.

“A lot of people that I’ve been talking to are very interested in going to post-secondary for rowing as well. It’s definitely sparked some interest from athletic individuals for sure,” said Lane.

Lopez’s son Elijah is another varsity rower at Brock University who got his start in Lloydminster.

He and a teammate, Daniel Brophy, finished fourth in the A final pairs at the Ontario Small Boat Trials in Welland Ont. on May 13.

Their boat covered the 2000 metres in 8:11.607.

“Both Dan and I, along with our coaches, were happy with our result, considering this is the first time I have trialled,” said the 19-year-old.

He’ll be spending the summer in Ontario rowing for the St. Catherines Rowing Club before returning to Brock this fall to start his third year of undergraduate studies.

“It’s amazing, this little tiny club and we’ve got athletes at the university level, time trialling for Team Can-

ada, it’s awesome,” said Lopez wearing her president’s hat.

“Our junior program is thriving, our masters program is thriving now.”

Some Lloydminster rowers coached

by Lane will have their sights set on racing at the Western Canada Spring Regina on Wascana Lake in Regina on June 10. It’s the seasonopening event.

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University of Saskatchewan rower, Shelby Lane from Lloydminster, will provide her experience as a full-time coach this summer for the Lloydminster Rowing Club.

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Academy kids look up to Giant GEOFF LEE WRITER

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Vancouver Giants defenceman, Mazden Leslie in the WHL, left, returned to the Lloydminster Public School Division Hockey Academy where he got his start to help on-ice consultant Adam Huxley run a Power Edge Pro relay for Grade 4-6 players.

The Lloydminster Public School Division Hockey Academy is proving to be a route to making hockey dreams come true for talented boys and girls.

The academy helped to propel Mazden Leslie to become a star defenceman for the Vancouver Giants in the Western Hockey League.

The 18-year-old is eligible for the 2023 National Hockey League entry draft in June.

The gifted teen returned to the academy one day last week to assist coaches with Power Edge Pro (PEP) drills to the delight of academy coordinator, Sheldon Gallagher.

“He’s kind of a big deal and a name around town. People in Lloydminster know exactly who Mazden Leslie is,” said Gallagher, principal at Rendell Park School.

“The fact that he’s in town and wants to check out the academy is kind of cool.”

Gallagher was bangon thinking the academy left a lasting impression on Leslie for him to want to even want to come back and be a part of it.

“I mean it was pretty big. I guess I was in it for five years. Just being on the ice every

day was pretty big. That helped a lot,” said Leslie at the Servus Sports Centre.

“Just being on the ice, getting the experience definitely helped me get better.”

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When I taught him in Grade 6, he was already ready to move to the next level. He was mature beyond his years.

Leslie knows his hockey story and presence on the ice can help to motivate academy kids just as he once looked up to his two brothers and future NHLers Ty Smith and Kale Clague in Lloyd as a kid.

Leslie is currently training in Wainwright with academy consultant, Adam Huxley, who describes the teen as a skilled player who loves the game

and is always willing to learn.

“He’s working hard and every year you watch him, you see his game develop and grow,” said Huxley.

“It’s cool to have him come out,” Huxley wasn’t around to see the younger Leslie at the academy, but teacher coaches Shawn Coulter at Rendell Park and Jeff Mazzie at College Park School were.

“He’s a great kid.

I had the pleasure of teaching him when he was at Barr Colony School in the academy,” said Coulter.

“When I taught him in Grade 6, he was already ready to move to the next level. He was mature beyond his years.”

Coulter notes Leslie is from Lloydminster so they reached out to him to see if he wanted to have a skate with us and he obliged.

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LPSD hockey academy gets assist from WHL D-man FROM PAGE 18

“It’s really exciting for our kids to be able to see someone who has been through our program and played in the same spot that they have, having a lot of success with his career early on here,” said Coulter.

“To see someone who was drafted 10th overall into the bantam draft and had the same beginnings they did gives them that motivation.”

Leslie also played for the Lloydminster U18 AAA Bobcats in the Alberta Elite Hockey League.

Coulter thinks the academy gave Leslie the opportunity to get out there and utilize the tools he was already given.

“He was able to come out and practice that extra couple of hours a week to sharpen his tools, if you will,” he said.

Huxley says the special camp that day would be putting skills to action with some relays through PEP obstacles, so the kids could interact with Leslie.

“It’s pretty cool they get to do something fun for a day. You’ve got to keep their minds jumping and throwing new stuff at them,” he said.

The 10-month-long academy runs into June with 110 kids on the ice each week.

“We have about 50 students in

Mazden Leslie. File Photo Grades 4-6 and the same in Grades 7-9. We don’t have as many girls, but the ones we do work really hard,” said Coulter who believes the academy is a draw for students.

“We focus on academics and the last half hour of the day, they get to spend at the rink,” he explained.

The rest is history for academy grad Leslie, who is uncertain about being selected in the entry draft.

He’s ranked 125th by NHL Central Scouting.

“It’s kind of hard to tell. Hopefully, it happens,” he said.

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SK $399,500 MLS A1242971 SK $229,000 MLS A1252437 SK $162,000 MLS A2013359

BRANCH LAKE

99,900

SK

PERCH LAKE

SK $399,000 MLS A1213161 SK $362,500 MLS A2039201

308 - 8TH AVENUE Make your move to Paradise Hill, SK! This is a great 1248 sq. ft. starter home or investment property.

• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open kitchen & living area with a large living room. 16'x24' heated garage included!

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$

FIND TIME TO UNWIND AT THE LAKE! MAKWA LAKE

MLS A2049906

MLS A2049089

SMALL TOWN TRANQUILITY KITSCOTY

PARADISE VALLEY

AB $284,500 MLS A1240634

AB $199,900 MLS A1237024

MARWAYNE

LASHBURN

AB $168,500 MLS A2033529

SK $144,500 MLS A2022315

SK $259,900 MLS A2046354

BECOME A LAND OWNER PT NE-01-54-20 W3RD

SK $259,900 MLS A2025653

M.D. OF BIG RIVER

SE-2-55-1 W4TH

MLS A1234104 MLS A1234097 $ SK 45,000 EACH

AB $45,000 MLS A2006040

BUILD YOUR BUSINESS - COMMERCIAL FOR SALE HWY 16 EAST

HWY 17 VISABILITY

PLAZA 51

RENTAL OPPORTUNITIES ALBERTA

SK $650,000 MLS A2031171 AB $580,000 MLS A2024177 AB $450,000 MLS A2017652

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR LEASE PLAZA 44 - UNIT# 114

PLAZA 44 - UNIT# 124

MERIDIAN PLAZA

5675 - 43 St.

1 Bed, 1 Bath $700 READY!

3007 - 57A Ave.

1 Bed, 1 Bath $800 READY!

6608 - 42 St.

2 Bed, 2 Bath $1100 READY!

6608 - 42 St.

3 Bed, 1 Bath $1200 READY!

3310 - 65 Ave.

5 Bed, 3 Bath $1800 READY!

3503 - 63 Ave. Cl. 4 Bed, 3 Bath $1900 JULY 1 AB $13.50 sq. ft. MLS A2017426

AB $12.50 sq. ft. MLS A2037478

SK $12.00 sq. ft. MLS A2032646

MERIDIAN PLAZA

PLAZA 44 - UNIT# 128

PLAZA 51

SASKATCHEWAN

4516 - 46 St. (Main Floor)

2 Bed, 1 Bath $1000 READY!

APPLY ONLINE TODAY SK $12.00 sq. ft. MLS A2032641

AB $9.50 sq. ft. MLS A2037491

AB $9.00 sq. ft. MLS A2019924

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Brad Gilbert Jennifer Gilbert Broker (SK) Broker (AB)

Rick Schesnuk Caleb McLean Realtor® Associate Broker

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3812 - 51 Avenue, Lloydminster, AB T9V 3M7 Sandy Hardy Realtor®

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