Remembering Dixie, a “one-of-a-kind” horse
DAN GRAY STAFF WRITER
The Lloydminster community is mourning the loss of a special horse, Dixie.
The beloved mare recently passed and was part of a well-known equine team that gave joy to many.
“She was a gentle giant,” said owner Dwight Teale. “She made people smile everywhere she went.”
Dixie and her teammate, Dolly, pulled wagons and sleighs at many local events. They took part in parades, fundraisers, and special occasions around the community and surrounding area.
“We did the Calgary Stampede Parade,” Dwight shared. “That was on my bucket list.”
Tammy Hempel, Dwight’s wife, saw how much Dixie meant to people.
“She connected people to agriculture,” said Tammy. “People don’t always get that experience.”
When Dixie passed, the community shared their grief online.
The Dwight and Tammy were appreciative of the help from social media manager, Darby Duffield, with getting the word out.
“We were overwhelmed,” said Tammy. “The response was heartwarming.”
Dixie’s work brought joy and taught people about rural life. Especially at events like the annual Cutter Rally For Cancer.
“It’s community service,” Tammy explained. “We’ve always tried to give back.”
The loss of her long-time partner Dixie has effected Dolly. She is moving on well. However, the couple know she misses her partner. Dixie passed while at an event in Prince Albert.
“I think for all of the horses, because my team was up there as well, they knew, and they stood over Dixie in the evenings,” said Tammy, explaining they had an Indigenous woman attend the ranch to help in the healing process, which
they believe made a difference.
Meanwhile, Dolly is still working and connecting people to the community, working as a single horse. This, however, may change.
“We’ve got another Clyde Cross that has lost her mate a number of years ago. The owner is giving us the opportunity to pair them up and see how they drive,” said Dwight.
“Dolly did fine by herself,” said Dwight about their time in Prince Albert.
She did, however, frequently look for Dixie.
“She knew something wasn’t right, but she did well.”
Dixie was a cherished part of Do It Again
Courtesy Tammy Hempel and Dwight Teale
Ranch, a farm that hosts tours and educational events.
“We want to educate people about where food comes from,” said Tammy. “It’s important.”
Dwight and Tammy plan to open a petting zoo this summer to continue Dixie’s legacy.
“We’ll have wagon rides, baby animals, and tours ... we’ve got baby horses, goats, and rabbits,” said Dwight.
“We want kids to learn and experience farm life,” added Tammy.
Meanwhile, the team is moving forward but will always remember their beloved mare, Dixie.
“She was one-of-a-kind,” said Dwight.
Old RM building sees new life
An expired use of a downtown building was presented to council in hopes of bringing a technology services office downtown.
The building at 4824 47 St. in Lloydminster had its use expire after being vacant for a period longer than 12 months. If the property has a specific use and it stays stagnant for over 12 months it would have to be reapproved.
“The use is coming before council as the current property has been vacant for over a year and the use approval has to be renewed,” said Terry Burton, director of planning and engineering.
The building was once used as the RM of Britannia office. The goal of bringing this item forward is to facilitate the relocation of a business technology services office to the downtown core.
Coun. Michael Diachuk opened up the question period at the March 17 GPC meeting, asking the details of why this came infront of council.
“If this wasn’t, direct control (DC) would it come to us at all at this point? Or is it primarily because it’s DC,” he asked.
Burton pointed out that as a direct control district, the governance for the property is held by council.
Diachuk inquired for specifics within the updated land use bylaw.
“Is this one of the areas that will be changed or added or modified in our land use bylaw,” he asked.
“That’s correct, well there’s two things that will be governing this, the downtown area redevelopment plan (DARP), and the new land use bylaw, proposed land use bylaw, both of those ones have, DARP recognizes this area as mixeduse transition and the new proposed land use bylaw incorporates this as being neighbourhood commercial,” clarified Burton. “This use would be permitted.”
Discussion continued to focus on the proposed land use bylaw and how it would impact this use case.
“Would it have been quicker in the new proposed land use bylaw for them to get approval and then to start their development and is that the goal of the new land use bylaw to cut some of that red tape? It would be in a commercial area, permitted use, with the overlay of the DARP, permitted use, that they could just apply, get done, move on,” said Coun. Michele Charles Gustafson.
Burton says it being permitted would allow it to move through the system much quicker.
“Based on what I’ve seen within the new proposed land use bylaw that we have, both cases it shows this development or use this as permitted. It’d fall through the development officers’ review, and obviously making a decision.
Being permitted it flows pretty fast,” he said.
Executive manager of operations Don Stang says the proposed changes in the new land use bylaw would benefit development.
“The new land use bylaw I think we go from seven direct controls we go down to two or three, that will benefit development in the future,” he said.
Council approved the application for the business technology services office at the March 24 council meeting.
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City begins southwest quadrant plans
in the future.
New plans are in the works as to what the southwest corner of Lloydminster could look like.
The Southwest Area Structure Plan (SW ASP) will help guide development.
“The intent is to inform the committee that work is commencing and to provide the next steps, an overview on the next steps,” said Terry Burton, director of planning and engineering.
An area structure plan (ASP) is a high-level framework which guides future development on undeveloped lands.
The document must describe the proposed sequence of development, the general location of land use for the area, the proposed population density of the area, the general location of major transportation routes and public utilities, and anything else required by council.
ASPs are required by the Government of Alberta to be created and in place.
“We’re taking it on ourselves to capture the city as a whole. We completed the northeast ASP back in 2022, our intent is to complete a full sweep of the whole city of Lloydminster and those four quadrants,” said Burton.
“This one was being identified as being the next highly promising development.”
While this document will impact development in the area, it isn’t a finely detailed plan.
“The idea is not to direct things to happen, but it’s to paint the picture as to how it could happen,” said Burton.
Landowners and developers will be consulted when crafting this plan.
“The city taking the lead doesn’t mean we aren’t putting into consultation with the landowners and other developers that are in the area to make sure whatever is put in the ASP from a land designation or density requirement or those kinds of things, fits the needs of them as developers,” said Don Stang, executive manager of operations.
The structure plan must be approved by council.
“An area structure plan has to be approved by council. An ASP being required negates anything else happening without that being in place,” said Burton.
“The neighbourhood structure plan, which gets into more and more details of development, the actual development itself, we still have to have that overarching area structure plan created before any development can happen.”
He says developers would be aware of this process taking place and landowners would be part of the process of creating the ASP.
Coun. Jim Taylor had some hesitations about the plan.
“How much detail is going to be in this that could be potentially affected by any current development, or are we going to have to go back and do it again?” asked Taylor.
“Just, $125,000 to go towards a plan that could potentially change,” he said.
Burton says the intent is to have it not change a lot once it’s completed.
“I don’t want to stop development, but I also don’t want to come back again and go ‘what we did didn’t make sense, we’re going to have to change it again,’” said Taylor.
“Things are happening fast, and in two year’s time, we have may a completely different plan.”
Through discussions with the landowners and developers in the area, the city will get a good idea of what development may look like
“We’ll take into consideration all types of developments that may be occurring, and like Terry said, working closely with developers in the area. They’ll know what they want to bring on in the future,” said Stang.
The area was identified through a study as a location for future development.
“We did complete a growth study in 2020 which shows this corner of the city being our next area for development,” said Dion Pollard, city manager.
The SW ASP will take place in four separate phases, beginning with data gathering and a preliminary draft of the land use concept.
Public engagement and refinement will follow before the document is finalized and seeks approval.
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Hockey card collecting draws large crowd
Hockey cards still matter, just ask Jason Strudwick.
The former Edmonton Oilers defenceman and longtime hockey card collector was one of many to attend the Border City Card Show at the Gold Horse Casino last weekend. The event marked the fifth show in three years.
“I started out loving the game, and one of the ways you could connect with your favourite players was through cards,” said Strudwick. “You get to see their stats. Before the internet, that’s how you figured out what they were scoring or doing.”
The card show, which has more than doubled in size since its start, has become a community staple. It now features 56 tables of vendors and collectors. Organizers also raised roughly $2,000 this year for local charities.
“This year’s charity, we are raising money for the lunch program in Onion Lake,” said event organizer Chris Brinklow. The other charity to benefit from the day was I Love Alberta Boobs.
For Strudwick, card collecting is personal. His passion started young and never left.
“I remember the time I saw my first card and I was so proud,” he said. “Even to this day, I still don’t take
that for granted. Your first card, your first goal, first game, all pretty cool moments.”
His advice to new collectors? Start simple and with your heart.
“I think you get the cards of the players you like,” said Strudwick. “That’s what I did. I think I have every Wayne Gretzky card from his rookie through till, like, 10, 15 years into his career. That was my guy, him and Messier.”
Brinklow had some advice for would-be collectors.
“Keep it simple, know what you like, and stay in that lane,” Brinklow said. “See if it’s comfortable for you.”
Over the years, the Border City Card Show has become more than just tables and trades.
“There’s a sense of community,” said Brinklow. “All these guys, they do multiple shows throughout the year. A lot of them know each other, but there’s also some new collectors and new vendors that we have at this year’s show.”
Strudwick says the hobby is still growing. His family proves it.
“My one son is really into it,” he said. “He’s out there scouring for a deal, and he’ll probably be grinding on someone to get him a deal on a card. But he’ll find some treasures for sure.”
While prices of cards can vary, Strudwick knows what’s hot.
“Anything with Connor McDavid on it, obviously Connor Bedard,” he said. “I remember I got a Wayne Gretzky rookie when I was very young, and I still have that, one of my favourite possessions.”
Mayor Gerald Aalbers said the show reflects what Lloydminster is all about.
“I think it highlights our community,” said Aalbers. “You’ve got young people, you’ve got seniors, you got people here at a card collecting show from all over Western Canada.”
Brinklow is grateful for the growth and support.
“We just grateful for Lloydminster’s turnout,” said Brinklow. “The hobby is growing, whether it’s Pokémon, Magic, hockey, basketball, football.”
He’s also thankful for all the exposure the event received, from both word of mouth and media.
Strudwick believes hockey cards will always hold a special place for fans.
“I didn’t know if I’d actually become an NHL player,” he said. “But every kid has dreams. So to have my own card and give it out to some of my buddies and my mom and dad, it was really special.”
The Border City Card Show returns on Nov. 1 at the casino. With record turnout over the weekend, they hope to expand to a larger space next spring.
CVR enforcing weight restrictions
The County of Vermilion River (CVR) has officially started enforcing seasonal road weight restrictions.
“Road bans are weight restrictions that reduce the maximum
weight allowed on any carrying axle of a truck or trailer by the percentage specified,” said their social media post.
In many places it is 75 per cent. However it varies throughout the county.
Additionally, the bans help keep roads in better condition.
“Road bans reduce the amount of damage to County roads during spring break-up. (This is) when moisture-filled pavement and soils are susceptible to damage from heavilyweighted vehicles,” said CVR’s post.
For more information head over the the county’s website.
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Election focus: Liberals lead early
Mark Carney, leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, has initiated a snap-election amid soaring polling numbers.
According to 338Canada.com, as of March 24, the Liberals hold a significant lead in every province east of Manitoba, as well as B.C.
On election day, if projections hold, 144 seats will go to the Liberals before votes west of Ontario are even counted. Currently, they hold 152 seats in Ottawa with 172 needed for a majority.
Nationwide, it appears the Liberal Government could form a majority in the House of Commons.
In Battlefords–Lloydminster–Meadow Lake it appears Conservative Rosemary Falk will run for her seat. The Liberals have put forward Larry Ingram as their acclaimed nominee, according to their website.
Platforms have been released from each party.
The Conservative Party emphasizes support for the oil and gas industry, a critical sector in both provinces. Leader Pierre Poilievre proposes scrapping the federal carbon pricing system, arguing it harms economic competitiveness and disadvantages Canada compared to regions without similar policies. He suggests replacing it with tax credits and allowing provinces to manage their own carbon pricing mechanisms.
The Liberal Party is focusing on transitioning the energy sector towards renewable sources. Their platform includes a $2-billion fund aimed at diversifying the economies of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland, and developing clean energy initiatives.
Additionally, they plan to implement a “Just Transition” strategy to assist workers in the energy industry and establish a Clean Jobs Training.
The NDP is advocating for environmental sustainability and social programs. They propose implementing rent controls and increasing funding for affordable housing, aiming to address cost-of-living concerns in urban areas. The party also emphasizes the importance of supporting workers in transitioning industries, focusing on job retraining and community investment.
The election is to be held April 28. With early voting dates set for April 18-21.
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Lloydminster purchases new street sweepers
The City of Lloydminster will be replacing three street sweepers. The sweepers have run between 4,000 to 4,200 hours and will have another 500 hours before the new units arrive. The industry standard for
these street sweepers to retain their trade-in value is 5,000 hours.
Each unit is priced at $351,883 totalling $1,055,649. The funding source of $1,725,000 comes from the equipment fleet reserve.
Overall, the items came in with a remaining budget of $669,351.
Coun. Jim Taylor asked for details regarding how they came in under budget.
“When I was originally doing the budget, I got an average amount from suppliers and the average was, I believe $535,000. So, I just added a bit of extra in there, just the way inflation was going last year. I was just trying to get it as close as possible,” said fleet manager Kelly Lavoie.
“It’s nice to see something come in under budget, looks like we’re not saving the money, we’re just not spending it,” said Taylor.
Don Stang, executive manager of operations, gave some clarity as to how the funding is broken down.
“When we put the budget together for $575,000, that didn’t include the trade-in value, and when you look at the purchase, it has the trade-in value calculated in there,” he said.
Coun. Justin Vance asked how much the units depreciate if they run over their hours.
“In the past, we did have some units where it did go over 5,000 hours and we lost roughly $75,000 off the trade-in value of those units,” said Lavoie.
“In the spring when they’re running, they’re running 24 hours a day, lots of wear and tear on them.”
If the machines were to be out of service, the impact would be noticeable.
“At this time of year, you see lots of sand on our roads. These sweepers go around in the spring and collect all that and get it off the road to make it more useable,” said Stang.
He says if the sweepers don’t remove the leaves, the drains begin to get blocked off in the winter.
Mayor Gerald Aalbers asked if the tariffs would affect the prices of the units and Lavoie confirmed the prices would stay as they are.
Council awarded the contract for the purchase of the three street sweepers to Joe Johnson Equipment in the amount of $1,055,649 plus GST. This is inclusive of the trade-in value of $117,000 for each of the existing three units.
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186 Cadets hit mark at provincials
The 186 Air Cadets Lloydminster Squadron marksmanship Team 2 made some noise at a recent provincial competition in Edmonton.
Cpl. Cody Baker, LAC Clark Hughes, Sgt. Ethan Samarin, Flight Sgt. Elijah Belanger and Flight Cpl. Wyatt Moffatt bussed to CFB Edmonton last weekend for two days of prone and standing competition. Overall, the team finished 11th of the 18 teams. Moffatt, however, placed third in individual over
this year’s competition saw vast improvements over last year, especially for Moffatt.
“He got a bronze medal for individual overall standings. Quite an accomplishment for him. The team did very well and worked well together,” said Stefanuk, noting a few lessons he hoped the cadets learned.
“Focus, the basics of shooting, and it’s great for them to see what the other competitors are doing during competition,” said Stefanuk. “Seeing the other competitors is a big thing.”
Samarin, Belanger and Moffatt have been shooting together for roughly two years. Baker and Hughes, however, are both first-year shooters with bright futures on the range.
“It was much more fun than we thought it was going to be, and the accommodations were very
“It was a nice facility, and I had lots of fun,”
echoed Hughes.
Samarin explained personal and team scores improved this year, his prone scores, however, could use some work.
“I made a few mistakes because of breathing patterns. It could have been better, but I’m happy with the score,” he said.
Belanger explained the competition was very tight this year.
“We usually shoot better than we do at home because of how tight the competition is. You see others shooting well and it motivates you.”
Despite taking home a bronze medal, Moffatt gave props to his teammates for a job well done.
“I really enjoyed it. I had a blast and made a lot of friends,” said Moffatt. “Like the others said, the facility was wonderful, and as Samarin said, all our scores have improved significantly. I’d say I’ve
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Left: FCpl. Moffatt was all smiles on the bus ride home after winning a bronze medal. Above: The 186 Air Cadets Lloydminster Squadron poses for a group photo at CFB Edmonton. Photos courtesy Gordon Stefanuk.
Each month, the Source highlights one member of the community as a fun way to bring us all closer together!
This month we featured Bill Heesing , Lloydminster Fire Department’s newly-appointed Fire chief.
If you didn’t do what you do for a living, what would you be doing?
Honestly, I couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I’ve spent 35 years in the fire service and wouldn’t change a thing. I’ve met some great people and many memories in the places my career has taken me.
It’s Sunday morning, what are you having for breakfast?
Probably pancakes, orange juice and of course, a coffee or two.
If you could see one concert, what would it be?
Eric Church – Live at the Red Rock Amphitheater.
If you could have one super power, what would it be?
Time travel.
What was your childhood celebrity crush?
Don’t remember, it was a long time ago. We only had one channel on the Northern Saskatchewan farm: CKSA .
What is your favourite TV show?
Lincoln Lawyer, NCIS (any version). No ... not Chicago Fire LOL
What’s your dream car?
Ford Gran Torino - Starsky and Hutch style.
What’s your fast-food guilty pleasure?
Ice cream – I’ll try just about any flavour.
Last book you couldn’t put down?
Jack Reacher - Sentinel.
Which person, alive or dead, would you like to have dinner with?
My mom and dad (both have passed away).
What’s the one thing you haven’t done that you’d love to do?
Drive an airport crash rescue truck (ARFF truck).
What’s the best thing about Lloydminster?
Bud Miller All Seasons Park! I enjoy the outdoors.
If we’re buying you’re having....
A new fire truck - you weren’t specific!
What’s your favourite vacation destination? Europe.
What’s your weirdest habit?
I like the “quiet” in a world that’s sometimes too busy - It’s great just to chill! Have a meeting with my favourite Captain ... if you know, you know.
What’s currently playing in your car or on your
smartphone right now?
I play radio roulette or Spotify spin, depending on what I want to listen to.
What’s your biggest pet peeve?
People who don’t pull to the right when emergency vehicles are responding with lights and sirens behind them!
What are your words to
live by?
“Be curious - not judgemental”Walt Whitman.
Who’s your hero?
My mom!
What was your most embarrassing moment?
Getting my boot laces stuck in my front door when responding to a fire call! My kids always remind me of it.
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Has spring sprung in your house yet?
The changing of seasons is always an exciting time. Snow is melting, birds are starting to chirp from the trees, and Canadian cobra chickens (geese) have returned from a long flight from the south.
Thinking of warmer weather and outdoor summer activities has me excited, especially considering we’re supposed to get more snow in the next few days.
I don’t know about you all, but I’m done with the cold and snow. Perhaps it’s a bit of seasonal affective disorder? Whatever it is, I have a feeling I’m not the only Lloydminsterite in this mindset.
With nicer weather in mind, I’m wondering what you, the reader, has planned for the summer.
As far as I know, Chels and I don’t have any crazy trips planned. I do, however, know there’ll be plenty to do if we stay in town all summer.
Last year’s big trip was supposed to be to Cape Breton Island to visit where Chels is from. Unfortunately, the WestJet strike changed that and we ended up spending a week in B.C., which was amazing! The trip to Cape Breton came a little later, which worked out perfectly as we were there during
peek fall colours. Beautiful!
As far as things to do locally, my summer hitlist includes Downtown Lloydminster Streetfest (June 7), Canada Day celebrations at Bud Miller All Seasons Park (July 1), the Lloyd Ex Fair (July 9-12), the North American Chuckwagon Championships, Heritage Day at Weaver Heritage Park (Aug. 4), and the Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association finals (Aug. 20-24), to name a few. Summer sports will also be starting up soon, and the Meridian Source is excited for our new fulltime sports editor to start in the coming weeks. John will be joining us after working on the east coast for a number of years, but he’s also spent time as a reporter in Vermilion and Lacombe. From conversations we’ve had, it’s clear John is passionate about sports writing. Our team can’t wait for him to sink his teeth into the sports beast that is the border city.
So, I ask again, what are you up to this summer? Let me know at taylor@meridiansource.ca
Word on the beat: Elements of an offence
Staff Sgt. JERRY NUTBROWN SPECIAL TO THE SOURCE
When a person is charged with an offence, they are alleged to have done or omitted something that meets the criteria of a specific offence.
The legal term is elements. Elements of an offence are pieces of the legislation that must be believed to be met to charge a person and then proven to convict a person.
A good example of this is to look at the criminal offence of assault. In section 265(1)(a) of the Criminal Code, the offence of assault is laid out.
A person is considered to have committed this offence when they intentionally apply force directly or indirectly to another person without consent. There is more to section 265 but we will focus on subsection (1)(a).
For this example, there are a few elements to be met to satisfy this offence. Force has to be applied intentionally to another person, it has to be direct or indirect, and it has to be without consent. A person walking up to another and punching them would typically meet all elements.
If one of the elements is not met, or satisfied, the offence has not been committed. If two people are walking on the street towards each other and both turn a corner bumping into each other, this is not an assault as there was no intention.
In these writings I keep things as straightforward as I can, but I do remind readers that not everything in law enforcement, or that makes its way to court, is straightforward. That is why there are judges. The prosecutors have to prove the elements were met before a judge can rule a conviction.
Arguments are made in court against the elements being met by defence attorneys on behalf on their clients. In the case of assault, a defence of self-defence may be argued by the client’s attorney to try and show the force they used was reasonable and authorized, given the specific circumstances.
If there is doubt on the elements being met, the sitting judge is likely to acquit the accused. There are lawful instances where the elements are met on an offence, but there would never be any criminal charges. A question police ask themselves in considering laying charges; is the act criminal?
In a hockey game, actions that appear to meet the elements of assault can occur every minute. But it is not criminal. A bodycheck would appear as an assault, but a hockey player is consenting to force being applied to them by the nature of the game. The other team is certainly intentional in applying a bodycheck directly to an opposing player, but the ‘without consent’ element is not met in this scenario.
Boxing and MMA contests are also activities where consent has been provided.
An assault can also be considered to have occurred if a person attempts or threatens to do those things deemed elements of a particular offence even though they didn’t actually touch another person. But this gets complicated.
- Staff Sgt. Jerry Nutbown, is the NCO in charge of the Lloydminster RCMP detachtment’s General Investigation Section. Stay tuned for future articles from the Lloydminster RCMP.
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Chris’ A-Z: A cornerstone of the community
Stores are often the backbone of a community; long-time neighbours help you find what you’re looking for or fulfill a service that’s needed.
The old Phillips store in Lloydminster really exemplifies exactly what it means to look out for your neighbour. Roy Phillips, along with Dr. G.L. Cooke purchased the Outfitter and War Surplus store in Lloydminster from John Christie in 1927. It was Phillips understanding of his customers that propelled his business. He would extend credit to his customers. As an example, farmers during the harvest would have money to pay for the products they needed, by Christmas that stock would often run out.
During the Second World War, Phillips didn’t have a lot of help at the shop and needed his four boys, George, Bob, Bill and Doug to work in the store after school and Saturdays.
George later took a manager trainee session in Edmonton which landed him a job with the Hudson’s Bay Company in Port Alberni, B.C.
It would be in 1948 when George returned to Lloydminster after Phillips asked him to work at the store again. Phillips was killed in a car crash in 1965 and George, alongside his wife, Dorothy Rose, continued the business on their own.
They expanded the selection of merchandise the store offered. At the time it was usual for the store to have $20,000 on hand to cash cheques for customers who couldn’t make it to the bank on time.
By the 1970’s George opened another store targeted at younger people. The new store, Man’s World, sold men’s and ladies’ sportswear, casual clothing and formal dress. Then in 1994 George
Gray Matters: Have we been forgotten?
After watching, researching, and covering provincial budgets on both sides of the border, I’ve concluded we may be forgotten when it comes to health care.
The forgotten hundreds of kilometres between North Battleford and Lloyd on one side and between Lloyd and Vegreville on the other side.
It becomes even more clear when you learn Vic Juba was part of a medical-needs assessment committee back in 1995. The report then identified we needed mental health services in our community.
Thirty years later, after a report in 2013 and now another, we still require those services.
Although we are a border city, for the sake of health care, we are the fifth-largest city in Saskatchewan. Healthcare in our community, particularly at our hospital, falls under the jurisdiction of the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). Regardless of any agreement with Alberta, this is
an undeniable fact.
Fast forward to last week’s Saskatchewan budget. It’s a sad situation when the highlights for our mayor are passing lanes north of the city and an increase in revenue sharing.
That number, approximately $3 million, is miniscule compared to the tax’s businesses pay to the province. Cenovus alone, processing around 100,000 barrels of oil per day, I’m sure, contributes millions to provincial coffers.
When I arrived in Lloyd, it was once explained to me we’re the redheaded stepchild of two divorced parents. I’ve wanted to see it differently, but I’m unable to.
Last week’s budget provided an urgent care clinic in North Battleford, based off the model in Regina.
SHA provides this information about the Regina centre on their website.
“The Urgent Care Centre provides care to patients with nonlife-threatening illnesses and injuries requiring same-day attention, as well as those needing immediate mental health and addictions support. These situations include unexpected illnesses or injuries that are not severe and require same-day treatment.”
RCMP charge two in drug bust
DAN GRAY STAFF WRITER
RCMP officers arrested two people after seizing cocaine, cash, and drug paraphernalia in Kindersley.
Police searched a home on 8th St. West on March 7. The search was part of a drug-trafficking investigation.
Officers from the North Battleford Crime Reduction Team and Kindersley RCMP carried out the raid. They
arrested a man at the home and a woman elsewhere.
Police seized 135 grams of cocaine, $465 in cash, unstamped tobacco, and other drug-related items.
Cameron Watson, 42, and Amanda Watson, 46, face one count each of possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine.
They appeared in Saskatoon Provincial Court on March 10.
and his wife sold the business deciding to retire, it stayed in the family as their daughter Joanne Berry took over.
Cornerstone Clothiers seemed like the right fit for the third generation of Phillip’s stores. The building was remodelled from its Man’s World days but had the same friendly atmosphere.
The business that began all the way back in 1927 ran until 2007 when Berry retired.
When people talk about big box stores being what funds a community or brings in more people I look to stories like the Phillip’s store.
Small businesses provide an unbelievable service to the community and often stick around for years. They provide valuable services and products and are usually intimately connected to the local business world.
Small businesses and small business owners are pillars of a community and I implore you to discover what’s in your community.
So, why is a centre like that going to North Battleford and not here?
Was a needs assessment done stating it would be better off?
Why does it appear, from the
Jubilee Home to the hospital, our community gets ignored on health care? All while the rest of the province doesn’t need studies or assessments but gets what is required for their community?
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.
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Cards, games, food, meetings, live music
Intro to Square Dancing
Modern square dancing lessons are being offered every Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 5115 - 49 Ave. 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. For more info, contact 780-872-2493 or visit SquareDanceLloydArea.com
Bingo at the Moose Lodge
Bingo will be held every Monday and Wednesday, except holidays, at Moose Lodge 5213 57 St., Lloydminster. Doors open at 5 p.m. with games starting at 7 p.m. Must be at least 18 to play.
Diabetes Exercise Classes
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is hosting diabetes education classes every Monday and Wednesday from 2-3 p.m. Classes are held in Suite 109 of the Prairie North Plaza. Please call 306-8202597 to register. This class is free.
Community Potluck and Games Night
The Alcurve Community Hall is hosting a community potluck and games night on March 28 at 6 p.m. Everyone welcome. Bring your favourite dish and game. Contact Kay at 780-808-6783 for details.
Legacy Pancake Breakfast
The Legacy Centre is hosting a pancake breakfast on March 30 from 9-11 a.m. Everyone welcome! Cost is $12 for adults, $6/12 and under. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for more info.
4-H Club Pancake Breakfast
The Hillmond 4-H Club pancake supper, dessert bingo and silent auction is on Sunday, March 30 at the Hillmond Hall. Pancakes 4:30 p.m. Dessert Bingo starting at 5:30 p.m. Every bingo wins a dessert item! Silent auction items available to bid on.
Toy Bingo
Toy Bingo will be held on Saturday April 5, at 1 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, 5213 57 St. Doors open at noon and games are from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Cost is $5 per card. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Concession will be open. If you bring a non-perishable item for the food bank or a donation, your name will be entered into a draw. The Women of the Moose Chapter 1864 will donate proceeds from the bingo to the Lloydminster Friendship Youth Program.
Britannia Wilton Rural Crime Watch AGM
The Britannia Wilton Rural Crime Watch AGM will be on April 11 at the Marshall Community Hall. Supper is at 6 p.m. followed by a short business meeting. Guest speaker will be the RCMP’s Crime Reduction Unit head Staff Sgt. Kory Davidson. Tickets are $25 each in advance only and available at the RM of Britannia and RM of Wilton offices or contact a RCW board member. Everyone welcome.
Alcurve Hall AGM
The Alcurve Community Hall is hosting its annual general meeting on April 9 at 7 p.m. Everone welcome. Come see what’s on the horizon for the hall and give your input on future events.
City replaces GPS unit
The City of Lloydminster is looking to replace a survey-grade GPS unit.
Council heard a presentation at the March 10 council meeting about replacing the unit.
Engineering currently operates three GPS units. Two units were purchased in 2012 and one was purchased in 2014. Their expected life cycles are between five and 10 years.
The city is looking to replace one rover unit and two data collectors.
“It’s a computer that carries out a pole, and it tells them their exact pinpoint location, gives them their elevation and all that,” said Mayor Gerald Aalbers.
Aalbers says using this tool gives them a more precise measurement without having to manually do it.
“This is the pinpoint without someone trying to find a surveyed pin and measuring with a tape measure, he said.
Contact Maureen at 780-808-0260 for details.
Spring Garage Sale
The Alcurve Community Hall is hosting a spring garage sale from 4-7 p.m. on April 11 and from 9 am. to 3 p.m. on April 12. Concession available. Vendors: the first table is $20 and the second table or clothing rack is $15. Contact Carolyn at 780872-0366 for details.
Islay Doubles Crib Tournament
The Islay Community Association is hosting a doubles crib tournament on April 12 in the Islay Hall. Doors open at 9 a.m., registration cut-off is 10 a.m. Cost is $25 per person, which includes noon lunch. Please pre-register by calling Linda at 780-581-0570.
Edmonton Bus Trip
Tickets for the Legacy Centre’s upcoming bus trip to the Mayfield Inn in Edmonton are on sale now. The bus leaves the Legacy parking lot at 7:30 a.m. on April 16. Brunch is from 10 a.m. to noon. The show JERSEY BOYS runs from noon to 2 p.m., then back to the bus to head home. Arrival in Lloyd will be roughly 5:30 p.m. Cost is $189 per person. Call the Legacy office at 780-875-4584 for more info.
Lone Rock Family Easter Dance
The Lone Rock family Easter dance will be from 7-11 p.m. on April 17 at the Lone Rock Hall. Price is $8/person. Join the fun with the kids! The Easter Bunny will likely hop on in as well. See you there!
The piece of equipment is vital to today’s measuring operations.
“A very, very useful piece of equipment,” said Aalbers.
Council passed the motion to award the sole source to Cansel Survey Equipment Inc., in the amount of $53,727.40.
Cansel is the only listed dealer of Trimble Geospatial products within Canada. If the city did go with another vendor, they’d have to change survey equipment brands resulting in increased costs.
Currently, Cansel provides the City of Lloydminster with the use of its permanent GPS base station, which is located at city hall.
CHRISTIAN APOSTOLOVSKI STAFF WRITER
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Trailers, tubs and more at leisure show
The Lloydminster Exhibition held its Spring Sport and Leisure Show from March 21-23, bringing in over 50 vendors offering everything from RVs to cellphone cases. Presentations on topics ranging from golf swings to tornado chasing enthralled attendees over the weekend.
Tamara Dyck, event coordinator for the Lloyd Ex, said it’s a great way to start spring.
“As Canadians, we get tired of winter, and it’s nice to remind ourselves there is other seasons,” said Dyck, noting vendors came in from across Saskatchewan and Alberta. “Hopefully, this event shows spring and summer are not far off.”
Gwen Bethel, owner of Layna Lamps and Treasures, travels to Lloyd frequently for events.
“Lloydminster is good for me, the people here are always good for business,” said Bethel.
Lloydminster Mayor Gerald Aalbers said the show is a great annual event.
“The leisure and sports show has been an annual tradition for many years,” said Aalbers. “We missed it last year, but it’s a great opportunity to showcase businesses from again across Western Canada and a lot of local businesses.”
Dyck hoped venders and customers were able to help each other out at the event.
“I hope the vendors get some sales from being here,” said Dyck. “I hope visitors get some knowledge on everything here, including the RVs.”
The leisure show is part of a series of events at the Lloydminster Exhibition. The full list of upcoming events can be found on their website.
DAN GRAY STAFF WRITER
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Al’s Hotshot sponsors new arena
CHRISTIAN APOSTOLOVSKI STAFF WRITER
Lloydminster’s newest sports and entertainment facility is welcoming a $40,000 sponsorship from Al’s Hotshot.
Naming rights for one of the dressing rooms has been claimed at the Cenovus Energy Hub.
“We chose to sponsor a dressing room at Cenovus Energy Hub because we believe in supporting spaces that foster community, wellness, and collaboration,” said Allan Gormley, owner of Al’s Hotshot & Trucking Services Ltd.
“This sponsorship reflects our dedication to investing in local communities and contributing to the success of those who use the facility, helping to create a positive, empowering environment for all.”
Mayor Gerald Aalbers says the support is essen-
tial to bringing the new arena to life.
“The support from community-minded businesses like Al’s Hotshot & Trucking Services is essential to bringing the Cenovus Energy Hub vision to life,” he said. “Their investment in this dressing room sponsorship contributes directly to creating a space where our community can gather, compete and celebrate for years to come.”
The Fill the Seats campaign is still ongoing with a goal of raising money for the Cenovus Energy Hub. Those looking to support the project can do so online by visiting cenovusenergyhub.ca.
Once it opens, the arena will feature a primary venue with seating for 2,500 expanding up to 4,500 for concerts and events with floor seating.
A second NHL-sized indoor ice surface will also be part of the arena with seating for up to 500. There will be a third outdoor ice surface.
Photo courtesy City of Lloydminster
U15AA place second in hometown provincials
The Lloydminster U15AA Richardson Jewellery Steelers hosted Alberta Female Hockey League finals over the weekend, finishing second.
Parents, players and fans descended on the community to take part in the four-team final.
Steelers manager, Carrie Larson, said they made memories at home as hosts of the U15AA elite provincials.
“It means everything,” said Larson. “There is always a comfort of playing in your hometown.”
Larson said the team felt the community’s energy at the Civic Centre throughout the weekend.
“They will remember these provincials forever,” said Larson.
The opening ceremonies left a lasting impression.
“The opening ceremonies were pretty cool,” said Larson. “It was like a concert.”
The Steelers opened the tournament Friday with a 2-1 overtime-loss to the Red Deer Chiefs. Lloydminster scored late in the third to tie it up but fell short seven seconds into overtime.
Molly Angelopoulos scored for Lloydminster on the power play. Kendall Hammer netted the overtime winner for Red Deer.
Later Friday, the Steelers rebounded with a 4-2 win against the Edmonton Ice Blue.
Calla Schlosser scored twice. Mairen Toutant and Karsyn Woytiuk added singles.
“We put on an amazing event,” said Larson. “Everybody’s happy with how it’s been going.”
On Saturday, Lloydminster edged the Calgary Fire Black 2-1. Woytiuk scored the go-ahead goal midway through the third. Sadie Larson, however, sealed the deal with a late goal.
Larson said she hopes the players take home more than medals.
“It’s about hard work and making memories,” she said. “Even if they don’t come out with the gold.”
The tournament also marked the final provincials at Lloyd’s decades-old arena. “It’s pretty special,” said Larson. “They’ll remember this for the rest of their lives.”
The Steelers advanced to Sunday’s final but lost 7-2 to Red Deer. Woytiuk and Angelopoulos scored for Lloydminster. Red Deer’s Reece Lacina scored four times.
DAN GRAY STAFF WRITER
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HRHS student surprised with $30K scholarship
Respresentatives from the University of Saskatchewan
arship last week. The Grade 12 student had no idea the scholarship was coming his way until the
he’s been really good in academic studying.”
An elaborate ruse surprised a Holy Rosary High School student with a university scholarship.
HR HS senior J ace Zidar received a $30,000 scholarship from the University of Saskatchewan. The award recognized his academic and athletic achievements.
It means a lot. It means I worked hard for a long time to get here and this shows all the hard work paid off.
The school and family members organized a ruse to keep the surprise. Zidar thought he was attending a routine meeting about another scholarship he had applied for.
“They were really sneaky about it, ” said Z idar. “They all worked together to cover it up and avoided me for the last two weeks so I didn’t find out.”
Zidar said he felt overwhelmed by the unexpected news.
“It me ans a lot. It means I worked hard for a long time to get here and this shows all the hard work paid off.”
Tina Zheng, student recruitment officer at the University of Saskatchewan, explained the scholarship selection.
“Why? Because he ’s outstanding,” said Zhe ng. “He showed he’s talented in athletics, and also
Zidar plans to study biological sciences, aiming for a career in dentistry. He also hopes to continue playing football with the University of Saskatchewan Huskies or in a junior league.
“That’s my goal. I want to play football,” said Zidar. “It’s looking better and better.”
Jason Almond, career guidance counsellor at Holy Rosary High School, expressed pride in Zidar’s accomplishments.
“It shows a reward of how hard he’s worked over the years and how well-rounded they are as a student, a person, and as an athlete,” said Almond.
“We as staff at our school are really proud of our students, not only when they get accepted to post-secondary, but when they get big awards such as this.”
Additionally, Almond highlighted the rarity of the event.
“It happened once two years ago and we were very happy and honored that the U of S takes the time to come out and present these large scholarship awards.”
Zidar offere d simple advice to other students hoping to achieve similar success.
“Just work hard. Hard work pays off.”
Almond echoed the sentiment, encouraging students to apply for scholarships.
“Don’ t ever give up, always pursue any opportunities and dreams. Apply, apply, apply for scholarships because many of them go unclaimed.”
Zidar le arne d the scholarship will cover his first-year tuition and possibly other expenses. He applied only to U of S and is eager to start their program.
Dan Gray Meridian Source
surprised Holy Rosary High School’s Jace Zidar with a $30K schol-
surprise presentation.
DAN GRAY STAFF WRITER
The Lloydminster Bobcats have had a slow start in their best-of-seven first-round playoff series with the Grande Prairie Storm.
The ‘Cats find themselves down 3-0 after losing Game 3 2-1 on Tuesday March 25. Game 4 was played in Lloydminster on Wednesday, March 26.
‘CATS STRUGGLE THROUGH SERIES WITH STORM
The Meridian Source’s crystal ball is in the shop, so we don’t know how last night’s game turned out, but be sure to check out meridiansource.ca for all the details.
The Storm earned a 7-3 Game-1-win at home on March 21 to a packed Bonnetts Energy Centre.
The Storm returned to home ice on March 22 for an 8-2 win, also good for a two-game series lead.
The series started up again on Tuesday (March 25) for Game 3 at the Centennial Civic Centre at 7 p.m. The Storm once again capitalized with a 2-1 win for a 3-0 series lead.
If necessary, Game 5 will be played on March 28 in Grande Prairie. Game 6 is scheduled for March 30 in Lloydminster, and Game 7 is scheduled for April 1 in Grande Prairie.
TAYLOR WEAVER EDITOR
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Bisons beating Bandits in finals
TAYLOR WEAVER EDITOR
It’s do or die for the Lloydminster Bandits.
Playing out of the North Eastern Alberta Jr. B Hockey League (NEAJBHL), the Bandits find themselves down 3-2 in a championship series with the Wainwright Bisons.
The boys in black and red took the first two games in the best-of-seven series with 3-2 and 4-2 wins. The Bisons, however, came alive after that 4-2 loss in Wainwright on March 16.
Game 3, played at the Centennial Civic Centre on March 19, saw a 5-2 Bisons win before a 3-0 shutout win on March 21 to even the series.
The series went back to the Wainwright Peace Memorial Multiplex on March 22 for Game 5. The Bisons once again capitalized with a 5-3 win.
Game 6 will be played tonight at the Civic Centre at 8 p.m.
King files lawsuit against Lakeland College
Former Lakeland College Rustlers women’s basketball head coach, Chris King, is suing his previous employer.
King accuses Lakeland College of causing personal damages and damage to his company, Golden Ticket Sports Inc.
King officially filed the lawsuit on March 11 after being terminated on
Dec. 5, 2024. Lakeland College has until April 11 to decide to fight it or settle out of court.
According to Court of King’s Bench of Alberta documents acquired by the Meridian Source , King is suing the college for $481,000 for personal damages and $300,000 for damages to Golden Ticket Sports Inc.
Updates will be made as information becomes available.
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Sask. budget offers small wins for Lloydminster
CHRISTIAN APOSTOLOVSKI STAFF WRITER
Lloydminster was paying close attention as the Sask Party unveiled its 202526 budget. The results, however, left much to be desired.
Some takeaways from the budget, which was released on March, 19, include an increase in municipal revenue sharing. The increase sees the fund reach $362 million, an increase of $22 million or 6.3 per cent.
“We saw the increase in municipal revenue sharing, which is proportionate based on the Saskatchewan side of the city and the formula they use,” said Lloydminster Mayor Gerald Aalbers.
Another win from the budget for the border city includes the widening of Highway 17 heading north.
“The road work on (Highway) 17 is a welcome addition,” said Aalbers. “We’re going to see an improvement to Highway 17 north of the city with passing lanes.”
Aalbers says the passing lanes will benefit residents who live or work out in that area.
“We know there’s a lot of lakes north of town and people travelling that way. It improves the road conditions for Onion Lake, the community that supports our community each day,” he said.
With the two items directly impacting the city, the rest of the budget left something to be desired.
“From a perspective of a budget, there is nothing earth-shattering that way,” said Aalbers.
Work will now continue for officials to advocate for the betterment of Lloydminster.
“We just need to continue to work on the health care, education and longterm care,” he said.
Aalbers also says work will continue to advocate for additional resources at the Saskatchewan Provincial Court in Lloydminster.
“To bring the case forward for additional resources at the courthouse. Be it crown prosecutors and public defenders right here in Lloydminster,” he said. Other key areas will be top of mind as they continue to inform officials of what the city needs.
“Increased policing support, to homelessness and addiction support, our advocacy work will continue with community partners,” he said.
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