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Emergency crews spent more than 12 hours battling a major fire at Inland Steel on Sept. 21. Crews were called to the fire at about 3 p.m., with nine departments responding to the blaze. More than a dozen fire apparatus were eventually working at the scene. The fire was declared out early Sept. 22 following an overnight effort by firefighters and other emergency personnel. The response involved firefighters, RCMP, EMS, dispatchers and others.
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Lloyd steps up for Parkinson’s fundraiser TAYLOR WEAVER ..................................
Sunshine replaced summer rains as between 100 and 120 participants gathered at Bud Miller All Seasons Park for the 14th annual Step ‘n Stride Lloydminster walk, raising vital funds and awareness for Parkinson’s disease.
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It’s not a day to be sad or depressed. It’s a day to celebrate togetherness. - Lance Corbett
Step ’n Stride participants, including MLA Garth Rowswell (centre), get warmed up at Bud Miller All Seasons Park on Sept. 19. Taylor Weaver Meridian Source
“Today is all about celebrating O r g a n i z e d b y t h e P a r k i n s o n our Parkinson community, raising Association of Alberta, the event was a w a r e n e s s , r a i s i n g f u n d s , i n rescheduled by one week this year to t h a t o r d e r , ” s a i d L a n c e C o r b e t t , avoid conflicting with Rosh Hashanah. communications manager for the Parkinson Association of Alberta. “It’s PUBLIC NOTICE not a day to be sad or depressed. It’s a RM OF BRITANNIA NO. 502 PUBLIC NOTICE ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW 22-2026 day to celebrate togetherness.” Parkinson’s disease is the fastestPublic Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality (RM) of Britannia No. 502 intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw No. 24-2021 – known as the Zoning Bylaw (ZB). growing neurological disorder in INTENT: Proposed Bylaw 22-2026 will increase the number of allowable accessory buildings on non-farm the world. Approximately 15,000 residential parcels in the AR – Agriculture Resource District (AR) from five (5) to seven (7). It will also increase the combined maximum floor area allowable for accessory buildings on non-farm residential parcels in the Albertans live with the condition, AR District from 371.61 m2 (4000 ft2) to 650.32 m2 (7000 ft2). with around 100,000 people impacted AFFECTED LAND: This Bylaw amendment will affect all non-farm residential parcels in the AR – Agriculture Resource District. when including family members and REASON: The RM has received an application to increase the accessory building allowance for non-farm CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 caregivers. residential parcels. Council is considering this amendment as it will provide more flexibility for developments on these parcels and will allow increased density of development on lands already removed from agricultural production and will have minimal impacts on adjacent parcels and uses.
PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Britannia No. 502 office Monday
to Friday, during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.), excluding statutory holidays. Copies will be available to the public by emailing the contact below. A copy of the proposed amendment is available for viewing here: https://www.rmbritannia.com.
PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 1:30 PM at the RM of Britannia No. 502 Office, located at Parcel C on NE 23-50-28W3M (1/4 mile south of TWP RD 504 on RR 3281), to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed amendment. Council will consider written and emailed comments at the meeting, along with in-person representations.
Only those who have made arrangements to speak on behalf of themselves or a group may be heard at the public hearing. The deadline for receipt of comments, and requests for in-person representation must be received by the RM office by 4:00 PM on Thursday, October 8, 2026. For additional information, please contact the Development Services Officer at (306) 825-2610 or
dso@rmbritannia.com. Written submissions may be sent to RM of Britannia, P.O. Box 661, Lloydminster SK, S9V 0Y7 or dso@rmbritannia.com. Issued in the RM of Britannia No. 502 this 24th day of September, 2026. Bryson Leganchuk CAO RM of Britannia No. 502
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Last year, the provincewide Step ’n Stride campaign raised nearly $400,000, including about $17,000 in Lloydminster. Corbett noted that local fundraising totals exceeded last year’s figures, with every dollar raised in the city remaining local to fund free support groups, active physical fitness sessions and cognitive and speech programs. Participants chose between 1K and 3K routes around the park, supported by local businesses including Domino’s, Cobs Bread, Wellings and Medicare Lloydminster. “What we find in small towns like Lloyd is they’re very tight-knit,” Corbett said. “The community really steps up to always help.”
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Thank you, Lloyd emergency crews
Sometimes it takes a major emergency to remind us just how much we rely on the people who run toward danger while the rest of us are told to stay back. The Sept. 21 fire at Inland Steel was one of those moments. Crews were called to the blaze around 3 p.m. and battled the fire for more than 12 hours before it was declared out early Sept. 22. Nine departments responded, with more than a dozen fire apparatus eventually working at the scene. For the firefighters, RCMP, EMS, dispatchers and other emergency personnel involved, it was a long and demanding job that required teamwork and dedication. So, this week, I think Lloydminster and the surrounding communities owe them a simple but important thank you. Thank you for answering the call. Thank you for working through the night. And, most importantly, thank you for putting the safety of others before your own. Our emergency crews deserve our appreciation every day, but incidents like this remind us why.
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One dead after targeted shooting on 50 Ave. MERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF ..................................
One person is dead following a targeted shooting Monday morning in Lloydminster, and police are asking the public for assistance. Lloydminster RCMP responded to a report of shots fired near 50 Ave. and 47 St. at about 11 a.m. on Sept. 21. Emergency responders performed life-saving measures, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Police believe the incident was targeted and noted the suspect remains at large. The Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation and is asking anyone with video footage of the area between 10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., or any relevant information, to contact the Lloydminster RCMP detachment at 780-808-8300. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers or the Alberta RCMP app.
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Paradise Hill rancher wins $65K Chase the Ace jackpot at Lloyd Exhibition TAYLOR WEAVER ..................................
A rancher from the Paradise Hill area is walking away with $65,000 after winning Round 10 of the Chase the Ace lottery at the Lloydminster Exhibition Association. Ainsley Usenik, who has participated in the draw for roughly four years, was not present at the venue when her left, proxy Jim Hurd, committee chairman Ray Foy, name was selected. After receiving a From winner Ainsley Usenik and Lloyd Ex finance manager Stacy call asking if she could make it within Cadzow at the Sept. 22 Chase the Ace cheque presentation. Taylor Weaver Meridian Source 15 minutes, she authorized organizers of Hearts on Usenik’s behalf. to pick a proxy on her behalf. Jim Hurd, a board director for the “I was talking to my mom right before, Lloyd Ex and a retired RCMP officer, and I told her I ended up getting my stepped in as proxy and drew the Ace number picked tonight,” Usenik said. “I said, ‘Oh, I have another call coming Maintenance Worker in again.’ And that was the call saying Position Available that I had won.” Permanent full-time employment Usenik plans to use the prize money to pay down loans, cover the cost of a BENEFITS REQUIREMENTS recently ordered custom saddle, and donate a portion to a local daycare expansion in Paradise Hill. A longtime supporter of the Lloyd Ex, Usenik grew up participating in the 4-H Expo and regularly attends events like bull sales, PBR competitions, and serves on the Feastival committee. “I always am huge on supporting anything that’s local,” Usenik said. “If it’s going back into the community, I love to be able to support something like that ’cause you know the cause that Deadline for applications: 12:00 noon October 2, 2026 it’s going towards, and that’s what I Submit resumes to the attention of: love to see money go towards.” Housing Manager Lloydminster Metis Housing Group Inc. 3201-45 Ave. Lloydminster, SK. S9V 1W2
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Conservation officers seek public help in Hillmond illegal hunting investigation TAYLOR WEAVER ..................................
Saskatchewan conservation officers are asking for the public’s help to id e n ti f y t w o i n d i vi d uals an d a vehicle tied to a wildlife offence near Hillmond, Sask. On the afternoon of Sept. 20, officers received a report of individuals hunting within 500 metres of an occupied building on Range Road 3260. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots and saw a south-facing grey or black Dodge pickup truck parked on the road. Two men wearing hip waders were seen retrieving waterfowl from a nearby body of water before putting the birds into the truck bed and driving away. The first individual is described as wearing a dark ball cap, a black shirt with a white emblem on the front, and hip waders. The second individual was wearing a light-coloured ball cap, a light-coloured hoodie, and dark hip waders. Anyone with information regarding the individuals or the vehicle is asked to contact the Turn in Poachers and Polluters (TIPP) line at 1-800667-7561 or submit a report online at saskatchewan.ca/TIPP. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward through the SaskTIP Reward Program.
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City sets reserve bids for upcoming Alberta property tax auction scheduled for Nov. 25 at City Hall The City of Lloydminster is preparing Council Chambers. to put six Alberta-side properties up U n d e r S e c t i o n 4 1 9 o f A l b e r t a ’ s for public auction this fall to recover M u n i c i p a l G o v e r n m e n t A c t , t h e unpaid property taxes. municipality is required to establish During the Sept. 21 regular meeting, conditions of sale and set reserve bids city council approved the reserve as close as reasonably possible to fair bids and terms for the 2026 Alberta market value for each property in tax Tax Enforcement Public Auction, arrears. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 TAYLOR WEAVER ..................................
very real.” “We welcome those policy shifts. Moe noted a major shift in Ottawa T h o s e a r e g o i n g t o m a k e t h e d i s c u s s io ns ami d nat io nal e ne rg y opportunity for investment to flow security talks. Saskatchewan has been actively promoting its uranium resources and nuclear technology on the international stage in recent months. Although officials haven’t set a timeline, Moe expects progress on a western Saskatchewan nuclear project within several years. In addition, officials are considering the Lloydminster area as Saskatchewan plans to meet growing electricity demands and support industrial expansion. For example, engineers design small modular reactors as compact nuclear plants to deliver flexible, reliable energy for regional grids and industrial uses. Ontario and the federal government announced $3 billion in combined funding for a small nuclear reactor project last year. MOE NUCLEAR FROM PAGE 11
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Giroux of Onion Lake and arrested him A 23-year-old man who was wanted on outstanding warrants. on firearms charges and for being According to police, the charges stem u n l a w f u l l y a t l a r g e i s i n c u s t o d y from an incident on Sept. 11, when following a traffic stop on Onion Lake officers received a report that a man Cree Nation over the weekend. had pointed a firearm and uttered O n i o n La ke RC M P o ffic ers w ere threats at a victim at a residence on conducting proactive patrols on Sept. Onion Lake Cree Nation. 20 when they pulled over a vehicle with The suspect also broke a window at a burnt-out headlight. the home. No physical injuries were Police identified a passenger in the reported. CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 vehicle as 23-year-old Ryden DillonMERIDIAN SOURCE STAFF ..................................
Ray Foy, committee chair for the Lloyd Proceeds from the Chase the Ace Ex, said funds raised from past rounds initiative are going toward preliminary and the current lottery have enabled planning for a major infrastructure the organization to prepare for a multiupgrade at the exhibition grounds. million-dollar grandstand renovation. “We’ve actually gotten blueprints drawn up, we’ve gotten quotes, so we basically got what’s called a shovelready project there,” Foy said. “Chase the Ace isn’t going to raise enough money to build the grandstands, that’s an $8-million thing, but we’ve got this proposal ready now so that when Lloydminster’s government grants and funding come Choice for Healthy available. We can submit that and try Confident Smiles! and get that grandstands built.” OFFICE ACCEPTS PATIENTS With Round 10 wrapped up, Round 11 having CDCP(Canada dental care Plan) NIHB & Saskatchewan launches with a fresh deck of 52 cards Supplementary Health and a reseeded jackpot of $25,000. The lottery license remains valid for 52 weeks, with roughly 30 weeks remaining on the current license. If the Ace of Hearts is not selected before the final week of the license, the exhibition will hold a mandatory playout draw to 4804 50th Street 306-825-4440 guarantee a winner.
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Bioclean Aquatic Centre Police say Dillon-Giroux had been released from a correctional facility reopens lane pool, wave on Sept. 10 under statutory release pool remains closed conditions. Correctional Service OLCN TRAFFIC STOP FROM PAGE 15
Canada issued a warrant for his apprehension the following day. Dillon-Giroux faces charges including break and enter to commit an indictable offence, uttering threats, pointing a firearm, carrying a concealed weapon, possession of a firearm knowing it is unauthorized, possession of a firearm while prohibited, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and mischief under $5,000. He made his first appearance in Lloydminster Provincial Court on Sept. 21.
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The Bioclean Aquatic Centre has reopened following its annual maintenance closure, though its wave pool remains temporarily out of service. City officials say the wave pool is unavailable while crews complete repairs to the pool’s pump piping. As a result, general public swim is cancelled until further notice. The facility’s lane pool and hot tub remain open. Full story, here.
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ACROSS 1. Attired 5. Ill-behaved child 9. Black or Caspian 12. Find pleasing 13. Hurry 14. Tariff 15. Fail to mention 16. Poker term 17. Hire 18. Heredity units 20. Did a laundry job 22. Army officer 25. Mail carrier 28. Week elements 32. Have bills 33. Gives off 36. Casual top 37. Not guilty, e.g. 39. Greasiest
41. Smiled broadly 44. Movie-house feature 47. Slender traces 51. Seek to persuade 52. Word of regret 55. October birthstone 56. Every part 57. Decorator's advice 58. Caesar's garb 59. "____ Joey" 60. Process part 61. Goblet feature
DOWN 1. Heavy shoe 2. Green fruit 3. Related 4. Discover the presence of 5. Bathing-suit part
6. Trot 7. "The Addams Family" actor 8. Not here 9. Shock 10. Relieve 11. Chopped 19. Undetermined number 21. "____ Folks at Home" 23. Baddie's escape 24. French ____ soup 25. Cap-gun sound 26. Night bird 27. Date frequently 29. Took food 30. You betcha! 31. Place 34. Soft metal
35. Large amount 38. Vital statistic 40. "____ Delight" (Clark Gable film) 42. Raises 43. Bay 44. Trade 45. Popular soda 46. Bagel, e.g. 48. X marks the ____ 49. Summon by loudspeaker 50. Hit hard 53. Orange cooler 54. Soak up
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Oil Barons bring hot goaltender to Border City TAYLOR WEAVER ..................................
The Lloydminster Bobcats carry a 0-2 record after Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) opening weekend play against the Fort McMurray Oil Barons. The ‘Cats hosted the MOB in backto-back home games at the Cenovus Energy Hub on Sept. 18 and 19. The MOB took Friday’s game 3-1 before a 5-2 upset on Saturday. Evan Benoit led the offence for Fort Lloydminster Bobcats forward Rylan Wieler tries to sneak McMurray, scoring twice on the power one past MOB goaltender Berney Weston on Sept. 18 at the Taylor Weaver Meridian Source play in Saturday’s opening period to Cenovus Energy Hub. give the visitors an early cushion. McDonald at 14:03. Martin sealed the The Bobcats responded in the second victory with an empty-net goal at 17:14. period when Luke Dooley cut the D e s p i t e t h e l o s s , L l o y d m i n s t e r deficit to one with a power-play goal outshot Fort McMurray 40–31 overall. at 19:12, assisted by Dylan Deets and Goaltender Brayden Burrows turned Kael Screpnek. aside 38 of 40 shots for the Oil Barons Rylan Wieler then tied the game 2–2 to earn the win, while Sam Madgett for Lloydminster early in the third stopped 26 of 30 shots in goal for the period, beating the netminder at 4:06 Bobcats. off assists from Emile Plourde and Fort McMurray finished 2-for-4 on Rhett Romanchuk. the power play, while Lloydminster However, Fort McMurray quickly converted on 1 of 3 opportunities. regained control. Simon Martin scored The Bobcats will look to bounce back the game-winning goal unassisted when they host the Calgary Canucks on at 8:03 of the final period, followed Thursday at 7 p.m. by an insurance marker from Lucas For more photos, click, here.
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Rustlers women’s soccer sweeps weekend TAYLOR WEAVER ..................................
Courtney Grant’s five-goal weekend powered the Lakeland College Rustlers to a weekend sweep in Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) women’s soccer action. The Rustlers opened their weekend File photo with a dominant 6-0 victory over The King’s University Eagles on Saturday a 1-0 advantage into halftime. before following up with a 4-0 shutout Grant doubled the lead five minutes against the Keyano College Huskies on into the second half off a pass from Sunday at CNR Field. Slusar before setting up Dyck in the Grant set the tone early on Saturday, 66th minute. Dyck completed her brace delivering a four-goal performance in the 86th minute, assisted by Robyn to lead a six-goal first-half surge. The Fersovich, to seal the win. forward opened the scoring in the 12th Lakeland outshot Keyano 23-5 overall minute off a setup from Lola Bassett and 13-3 on goal. Ord made three saves and added her second just two minutes to claim the shutout for the Rustlers. later via a pass from Katelyn Dyck. The Rustlers hit the road this weekend Lindsey Slusar made it 3-0 in the 22nd to visit The King’s University Eagles on minute off a feed from Grant, before Sept. 26 and the Concordia University Dyck buried a pass from Mya Jaremco Thunder on Sept. 27. in the 32nd minute. Grant secured her hat trick in the 34th minute on a pass LEO, VIRGO AND LIBRA from Cierra Nuttall and capped the first-half onslaught with an unassisted Your confidence will help you express your ideas clearly and convincingly. This attitude will reinforce your credibility and tally in the 39th minute. earn you greater respect. Lakeland (4-1) outshot King’s 21-3 overall and held a 17-2 mark in shots on target. Goalkeepers Peyton Arnott and Kayla Ord combined for the clean sheet, Small dietary adjustments could boost your well-being. In love, an open conversation will prevent with Arnott earning the win after a quiet misunderstandings and strengthen your relationship. first half and Ord making two saves in A selfless gesture, such as listening, lending a hand or offering support, will strengthen your second-half relief. Eagles keeper Alyssa position with others. Maitland turned aside 11 shots. A powerful revelation will guide your upcoming choices, Moving is becoming increasingly important to you. You’ll illuminating the path toward your goals. start looking for a place that truly fits your needs. On Sunday, the Rustlers kept their foot on the gas against Keyano. Slusar 780.874.9067 2602 50 Ave., Lloydminster, AB got Lakeland on the board early in the vividlloydminster.com fourth minute off a Grant pass to carry A transformative training course will open new perspectives and broaden your horizons. This experience will rekindle your enthusiasm and self-confidence.
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