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Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Strasbourg Curling News

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2012 Financial Feature Section

Pages 10-11 90th Birthday Celebrated

Page 13 Chiefs Win First Round of Provincials

Page 19 Duval Ladies Night Fundraiser

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Upcoming Weather Forecast Tues: -4°C Wed: -6°C Thurs: 2°C Fri: 1°C Sat: -1°C Sun: -3°C Mon: -3°C (daytime highs)

The Last Mountain area and many areas in south and southeastern Saskatchewan experienced dense fog late last week, as milder weather rolled into the area. At one point mid-day last Thursday, RCMP were advising against travel in the Lumsden area due to zero visibility in fog. That same afternoon, there was a serious fog-related accident on Highway 6 north of Regina. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured. The fog was persisting until Friday, as shown in this photo taken mid-morning just south of Nokomis, where the Richardson Pioneer grain facility is just barely visible through the fog.

Nokomis School supporters dismayed and angry Supporters of Nokomis School are dismayed and angry following the decision last Tuesday by the Horizon School Division to continue the review of Nokomis School. Following the Board meeting on January 31, the Board passed motions to discontinue the review process for both Bulyea and McClellan schools, but voted to continue the review process for Nokomis School.

The Board passed the following motion concerning Nokomis School: That whereas, the Board of Education of the Horizon School Division identified Nokomis School under Procedure 01-1402 (School Review Procedure) as meeting the criteria for a school review; And whereas, the review of Nokomis School was subsequently authorized by the Board of Education and was held in accordance with the requirements of The Education Act, 1995; And whereas, the Board is satisfied that the review demonstrated projected low enrolment, budgetary constraints and difficulties meeting program needs within the existing constraints; Therefore, that the Board consider the discontinuance of one or more grades up to

and including the complete closure of Nokomis School with an effective date of discontinuance or closure of August 1, 2012.

Although the Board’s motion has an air of finality to it, the process is not quite over, and the fate of Nokomis School is not yet sealed. In compliance with The Education Act, the Board must hold a public meeting of electors, and continue to receive submissions regarding the issue until the Board meets again in April. The required public meeting of electors has already been scheduled for March 27, 2012 at 7: 00 p.m. at the Nokomis School Gymnasium.

One of the Nokomis School Review Committee members questioned the Board’s rationale for cancelling the reviews of the Bulyea and Young schools, while continuing the review of the Nokomis School. The member noted that since 2007-2008 Bulyea’s enrolment is down to 35 from 40, (the same 5 student drop that Nokomis has experienced) and Young’s enrolment is down more than 50 per cent from 105 to 51. It was also noted that four other schools in the Horizon School Division have enrolments of less than 88, yet they were not singled

out for review: Archerwill at 76; Drake at 41; Holdfast at 73; and LeRoy at 76.

Nokomis School Review Committee vice-chair David Mark said the committee is obviously disappointed and disheartened by the Board’s decision to continue the review on Nokomis School.

“We were very pleased to see our local elected Board representative Chris Weiss make an empassioned plea on behalf of Nokomis School,” Mark said.

“As well, Jim Kolbeck from Division 2 was very supportive of the fact that potash developments in the area would lead to growth in Nokomis – one of the points our committee made to the board.

However, in the end, with only three Board members supporting Nokomis’ desire to keep its school, and with the rest of the board paying little attention to the strong case we made for retaining our school, the vote on the motion went in favour of continuing the review.”

Mark noted that the community should not be shocked or surprised when letters begin arriving in the mail from Horizon School Division, outlining student redistribution options, and busing options. “This is just a part of the process that the Board

goes through when doing a review. It does not mean that Nokomis has lost its case, or that those decisions are a foregone conclusion,” Mark said.

“Our committee will meet

soon to discuss options and plan strategy. As I said earlier, we will use every means at our disposal to fight for the survival of Nokomis School.”

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Groundhogs unpredictable …just like the weather!

Groundhog Day 2012 came and went last Thursday, February 2, however this year brought a mixed result in terms of predictions from the furry forecasters. One of Canada’s groundhogs, ‘Fred’ from Val d’Espior, Quebec reportedly saw his shadow on Thursday morning, and according to legend, that area will see six more weeks of winter. The other Canadian weather hog, the Maritimes’ ‘Shubenacadie Sam’ agreed with Pennsylvia’s ‘Punxsutawney Phil’: both failing to see their shadows, thus predicting an early spring. Here in the Last Mountain area, we don’t need groundhogs to tell us spring may come early, we just have to open the front door!!

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Provincial news briefs SaskTel work awarded to higher-priced firm The Sask Party government has inked a contract for Albertabased Ledcor to deliver SaskTel’s TV and Internet installation jobs, the Opposition NDP charges.

Documents obtained by the NDP also show that Ledcor will use out-of-province workers for the job.

“Our Crown corporation can do this job and they have been doing it cheaper,” said Trent Wotherspoon, NDP finance critic. “This looks like it’s not in the best interest of Saskatchewan people and their pocketbooks.”

“Ledcor has been charging SaskTel double the Crown’s inhouse price for these services,” Wotherspoon said. “Ledcor Technical Services fulfilled a six-week contract for TV and Internet installations in the fall, costing the Crown corporation $165 for a basic install. SaskTel’s in-house cost is set at $82.50 for

the same install.”

Wotherspoon called on the government to release all documents related to the Request for Proposals, and explain their seemingly more costly decision to Saskatchewan people.

Elbow wins The votes are in and the Saskatchewan winner of the $10,000 in motion Community Pledge Challenge is Elbow. According to Elbow community challenge organizer Sarah Wilm, “We’re couldn’t be more excited! Our friends, neighbours, and families have really helped us through this final voting process and we’re just so happy to be named the winner. The $10,000 will go towards our new playground and park that will definitely keep the kids in our community more active, but overall will benefit all residents of all ages, now and in the future.”

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by The below article was originally published in the May 27, 2008 issue of Last Mountain Times.

Remember Parkinson’s Law? It says: “work expands to fill the time available.” Parkinson was referring mainly to bureaucracy, but in his essay he also used, as an example, a situation involving a woman who sounds a lot like me. She is a lady of leisure so she’s not restricted by time.

She’s writing a postcard, and spends hours finding a pen, looking for her glasses, deciding what to write, checking the weather so she’ll know what to wear when she goes out to mail it and so forth – all of which would take a person with restricted time just a few minutes.

Computer pundits have added another law: “data expands to fill the memory available to store it.”

I can identify with that one too.

Here are a few more I thought up that are particularly applicable to anyone over the hill: the more urgently you need its contents, the harder it will be to open the package or unscrew the top of the jar.

Anything you remember costing a dollar the last time you bought it now costs five. Whatever you mislaid will turn up the day after you buy a new one. Marking appointments on the calendar is not a foolproof system because it only works if you know what day it is now. If you need just one of

something, it will be available in stores only in packages of twelve.

The next time you need one you will not remember where you put the other eleven, so you will have to buy another twelve.

The new DVD player your children gave you for Christmas so you can watch movies on your TV will work only while they are physically present. You will not be able to understand the instructions in the manual, and even if you have paid careful attention while your children steered you through the steps, once they are gone, the machine will not respond to any of your commands.

This applies to cell phones, answering machines and any other computerized devices.

Martha can be reached at marmor@shaw.ca or check out her new website online at www.marthamorgan.ca Disclaimer: the opinions expressed are those of the writer.

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a community project that keeps children and youth in their community more physically active.

Elbow plans to use its winnings for a safe and modern playground in their local park that also includes fitness equipment for use by parents, grandparents and visitors.

Cathie Kryzanowski, General Manager of Saskatchewan in motion is thrilled with participation in this event. “All the participating communities have identified innovative ways to increase physical activity opportunities for children and youth. We look forward to supporting each community in their efforts to achieve their goals over the next few months.”

The announcement was made January 30, 2012 during the Saskatchewan in motion luncheon at the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) Conference in Regina. Less than 15 per cent of Saskatchewan kids get the minimum 60 minutes of physical activity they need every day. The in motion Community Pledge Challenge is designed to get communities to work together to make a positive difference.

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“The rate increase was essentially required by the CRTC decision that mandated high cost serving area rates increase to $30 per month across the country by June 1, 2013, in order to reduce the amount these rates are subsidized from the National Contribution Fund,” said Ron Styles, SaskTel President and CEO. “SaskTel has consistently argued that rates in high cost serving areas should be roughly equivalent to rates in urban areas, despite the higher costs associated with serving rural and remote communities, however, this position was not accepted.”

In its June 2007 Price Cap Decision, the CRTC reduced the amount of subsidy that SaskTel receives for providing local service to high cost serving areas and indicated that local rates in high cost serving areas should increase annually by the rate of inflation to $30 per month per line. The May 3, 2011 decision (Regulatory Policy 2011-291) now allows the

rates to rise to $30 per month in three equal installments, by June 1, 2013. SaskTel says the rate increases are revenue neutral.

The increase will be applied to a customer’s bill beginning May

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Al Thomson Following a lengthy illness, John Alexander (Al) Thomson, age 79, passed away at the Cypress Regional Hospital on Saturday, December 17, 2011.

Al is survived by: his wife, Diana Andrews Thomson and her son, Stuart Andrews; daughter, Beverley (Bill) Perret and sons, Jordan and Levi; son, Myles (Barbara) Thomson and children, Jessica, Nathan and Erin; great-grandchildren, Tana, Christopher, Madison, Aimie and Renee; brother, Bill (Marlene) and children; sister, Dorothy (Mac) J.D. McNichol and children; and sister, Jean Todd. He was predeceased by: his parents; wife, Jean Marie (Pearson) Thomson (married May 5, 1952 and deceased June 23, 2000); and brother, Malcolm (2001).

Al was born February 4, 1932 in Simpson, SK, the first born child of Alexander and Dorothy Elizabeth (Bateson) Thomson.

He attended school in Nokomis, SK. Al enlisted in the army on September 26, 1949 in the Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, where he trained as a mechanic. He was honourably discharged on October 30, 1952. Al was employed for two years with the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool and one year with the CPR. He was employed for 35 years by SaskPower in various positions at Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Coleville and Swift Current, retiring on August 31, 1987 as District Superintendent of Gas Production and Transmission at the Success Compressor Station.

Al spent many enjoyable summers at his cabin at Aquadeo Beach on Jackfish Lake, where he was instrumental in the formation of Aquadeo as a Village. He was an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion for 32 years, serving on the Executive and as President. In retirement, he enjoyed travelling, especially cruising, until ill health curtailed his activities.

Prayers were held on Monday, January 2, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church in Swift Current, SK. The Memorial Service was held the following day at 2:00 p.m., also at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church. Officiant was Rev. Jonathan Hoskin. Honor Guard was the Royal Canadian Legion #56. Donations were to the Royal Canadian Legion #56. Interment was at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Saskatoon, SK. Arrangements were by Swift Current Funeral Home.

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Nokomis School supporters dismayed and angry Principal’s Message Well, February is upon us. The sun is shining, the winter has been a blessing and we are now on the other side of the school year hill. Unfortunately, though, not everything is that rosy. The Horizon Board of Education, at their January 31, 2012 meeting passed the following motion: “That whereas, the Board of Education of the Horizon School Division identified Nokomis School under Procedure 01-1402 (School Review Procedure) as meeting the criteria for a school review; And whereas, the review of Nokomis School was subsequently authorized by the Board of Education and was held in accordance with the requirements of the Education Act, 1995; And whereas, the Board is satisfied that the review demonstrated projected low enrolment, budgetary constraints and difficulties meeting program needs within the existing constraints; Therefore, that the Board CONSIDER the discontinuance of one or more grades up to and including the complete closure of Nokomis School with an effective date of discontinuance or closure of August 1, 2012.”

It is important to remember that this motion is NOT a motion to discontinue grades or close. It is a motion to CONSIDER such action. A decision will not be made until sometime after the public meeting of electors that the Board is obliged to hold. The date of this meeting has been set for Tuesday, March 27, 2012 in the school gym starting at 7:00 p.m. In the meantime, our School Review Committee will continue their fine work. A huge thank you should go out to this group for their efforts thus far. There will be more information coming in the next days and weeks. Until then, let’s try to enjoy the sun and the finer things in life.

- Mr. Koenig Kindergarten, Grade 1 and 2 News Well January has gone by quickly and quite productively. The Kindergartens are becoming ‘experts’ at their sounds and letters and are becoming more confident in writing the letters as well. Additionally, they have been doing an ‘All About Me’ unit in Social Studies and have just started Unit Three in math on Numbers to 10. In the 1-2 room, we have been busy with our author study on Phoebe Gillman as well as finishing up a measurement unit in math. February will bring our 100th day of school as well as some Groundhog activities and two new units in math. I am looking forward to the short month and hope that the nice weather continues. Happy February!!

- Mrs. Hendry Grade 3, 4, and 5 News January certainly flew by as we all enjoyed the fantastic weather we had. Hopefully, February will treat us the same.

We have started a public speaking program titled ‘Toastmasters’ which helps develop the students’ abilities to speak publicly. A variety of topics will be given throughout the program with the goal that speaking in front of our peers becomes comfortable.

The Grade 4 and 5 class has begun a new Math unit with the focus being Fractions and Decimals. We are now studying Light in Science. The focus in Health is learning to assess healthy stress management strategies. In Arts Education we are creatively working on a Drama unit. I can already tell that there are some Academy Award winners in the mix!

February birthday greetings go out to Hallee McNichol and Ashleigh Stewart.

- Mrs. Koenig Grade 6, 7, and 8 News My room is vibrating with excitement! Okay, that is a bit of an exaggeration, but they are eager with anticipation for our upcoming class trip to Regina. Swimming, spending the night at the Science Centre – rock climbing and watching an Imax movie, waking up to the Titanic Display, visiting the Royal Saskatchewan Museum and finally going through Last Mountain House historical site beats ‘regular’ school by a long shot! In ‘regular’ school, we are starting February with some exams. Daegan will write his Angles and Polygons exam, Grade 7’s their exam on Adding and Subtracting Fractions, while the Grade 8’s write theirs on Fraction Operations. They will move on to Fractions, Ratios, and Percents, Circles, and Volume, respectively. In Science, we are wrapping up our Electricity Unit and will embark on Principles of Flight.

In Social, they soon will be writing an exam before moving on to the new unit, Power and Privilege.

We are looking forward to a trip to Saskatoon with the Grade 9-12 students to attend the production 39 Steps at Persephone Theatre. The annual ski trip is planned for mid-March.

- Mrs. Tait

continued from front page Last Wednesday, Last Mountain Times contacted Horizon School Division and asked to interview Marc Danylchuk, Director of Education. He was not available, and a telephone interview was arranged with Board Chairman Jim Huck just prior to going to press. That interview will be carried in the February 14 issue of Last Mountain Times.

The review process for the three schools has been underway since last September 23 when the Horizon School Division Board of Education passed a motion to review the viability of Bulyea School, Nokomis School and McClellan School in Young. The schools were recommended for review based on review criteria established in the provincial government’s School Review Protocol.

“Horizon School Division has a well-established process that follows Ministry guidelines and timelines. It is important to note that placing a school under review is not a motion to consider grade discontinuation or school closure.

Initiation of a school review is the first step in a process which allows all parties to be aware that the school’s viability is a

concern,” Horizon School Division said in a news release last fall. This is the fourth time Nokomis School has been put up for review. “The Horizon School Division Board of Education and their senior administration remain very interested in discussing new opportunities that community members may bring forward through their School Review Committee.”

Under the government’s legislation, each community established its own School Review Committee, comprised of up to four members of the current School Community Council, two members of the town/village council and two representatives of the council of munici-

palities in the school division. It was each committee’s responsibility to: gain an understanding of the Board of Education’s review process and to share information with the Board of Education to facilitate in the development of viable options for the school that is under review; bring forward information and additional considerations to the Board of Education, in the form of written submissions, in the context of the school review and, share information respecting the review process with the public and to provide the Board of Education with written feedback from the public as the review progresses.

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Greetings from Mrs. Stratton With exam week over, it is time to look forward to the last half of the school year and to the promising topics to be covered in the new semester. Here is what’s been going on lately and what’s coming up…

The ELA B30 students are starting Unit One: The Human Condition (In Search of Self) and can look forward to a variety of short stories, essays and poems relating to human qualities, ideals and relationships.

The ELA B10 students start their new course off with Unit One: Equity and Ethics, looking at morals and making the right decision, as well as issues concerning equality in a variety of situations. ELA 9 is continuing Unit Three: Choices, Conflicts and Issues and will be focusing on different challenges in the world and will also be conducting an inquiry learning project based on one of these challenges. History 30 students are starting Unit Three: External Forces and Domestic Realities, which will be split into 3 parts and this first part will focus mainly on WWI and its influence on Canada. Social 9 students are working on completing their second unit which is dealing with medieval society and looking at the high middle ages. Communication Media students are continuing their independent project of a graphic novel, and Law 30 students are working on their Civil Law unit and are looking at issues with negligence, torts, liability and damages.

A few of the upcoming highlights this month will be the Grade 6-12 trip to Persephone Theatre in Saskatoon for a rendition of the play 39 Steps, as well as the Ready For Work presentation for the Grade 9-10 Career Education class. Hopefully this nice weather holds out for us as we move into the month of February and it remains nice for us all over the winter break.

- Mrs. Stratton Provincial Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week February 13-17 has been designated Provincial Teacher Appreciation Week to recognize all staff, professional and support, for their tireless work for the students of the school.

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Strasbourg Recreation Board is sponsoring a ‘Family Sweetheart Dance,’ Sunday, February 12, 2:00 p.m. in lower Strasbourg Hall.

Music by ‘Young at Heart.’ $10 adult, $5 - 17 and under, 12 and under free. Refreshments and sweetheart basket draw.

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KENASTON: 1241.83 ac.- Certified Organic - 865 cult., 8 1/4’s fenced, well, hydrants, watering bowls, 28,620 bu. steel grain storage, misc. feed bins, shed, shops, barn, cattle shelter, 2,000 sq ft 1 1/2 storey home. Optional - 320 ac. lease, 60 cows, farm equipment.

LUMSDEN: 18.16 ac.- all cult., some fencing, power/nat. gas/RM water pipeline adjacent to property, telephone runs through property. On Hwy #11 only 25 min. from City of Regina!

LUMSDEN: 19.56 ac.- natural water spring, gas/power/telephone services cross property. View of Qu’Appelle Valley!

LUMSDEN: 19.61 ac.- all cult., some fencing, power/nat. gas/telephone/RM water pipeline adjacent to property. On Hwy #11 only 25 min. from City of Regina!

PUNNICHY: 21.87 ac.- adjacent to Punnichy, 18 ac. hay with some bush, well, shop, 1 1/4 storey home.

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On Saturday January 28, at St. Peter’s College in Muenster, petroleum scientist Jessica Ernst spoke out to raise awareness about the devastating effects hydraulic fracturing (“fracking”) has had on the drinking water in her community of Rosebud, Alberta and in many other areas all over the world.

Ernst has more than 30 years experience as a scientist in the petroleum industry, and is currently suing the Alberta Government, the Energy Resources Conservation Board, and EnCana for alleged negligence and unlawful actitivities.

“Fracking is a process where water, sand and hazardous chemicals are blasted into dense, hard-to-reach rock formations such as shale or coal beds. The force of the blast creates cracks in the rock formations which releases natural gas and allows it to flow up the gas well,” Ernst said. “Hydraulic fracturing often requires drilling through drinking water aquifers, exposing them to the risk of contamination from the tens of thousands of gallons of chemicals typically used in a single fracking job.

Fracking produces hazardous wastewater, which can contain radioactive substances as well as toxic chemicals, making disposal difficult and dangerous.”

According to information provided by Ernst, in Canada many of the volatile chemicals and compounds associated with fracking fluid are not listed in the federal drinking water guidelines used by municipalities. Their presence in drinking water will therefore not be measured, tested and reported. “This clearly puts the drinking water

at great risk and is a major concern,” Ernst said.

Ernst developed skin burns and rashes after bathing in water from her methane contaminated well. The high amount of methane leaking from her pipes enabled her to light her water on fire. There have been more than 1,000 documented cases of water contamination near drilling sites in Canada and the U.S. In response to public concern from individuals in the Rosebud area, Alberta Environment retained the former Alberta Research Council (ARC) to complete a groundwater investigation. When the investigation was completed in January 2008, Alberta Environment released a report showing the water wells were not affected by coal bed methane development. EnCana states on their website that ‘the quality issues were predominantly due to naturally occurring methane, poor water well construction and maintenance issues.

In her lawsuit, she states the failure of Alberta’s Environment Department and the Energy Resources Conservation Board to thoroughly investigate her case and enforce regulations served as a government cover up of environmental contamination caused by the oil and gas industry.

More than 20 interested local people attended the afternoon presentation in Muenster. The presentation, sponsored in part

by The Council of Canadians organization, was followed by a lively and informative question and answer session.

-article and photo by Lori Degenstien

Strasbourg Recreation Board is sponsoring a ‘Family Sweetheart Dance,’ Sunday, February 12, 2:00 p.m. in lower Strasbourg Hall.

Music by ‘Young at Heart.’ $10 adult, $5 - 17 and under, 12 and under free. Refreshments and sweetheart basket draw.

11&13c St. John Lutheran Church Ethnic Supper, Saturday, February 18, lower Strasbourg Memorial Hall. Supper: 5:30 p.m. Entertainment: ‘Time of Our Lives.’ Silent Auction. Tickets: $15/person, students/$5.00, pre-school free. Tickets available at Affinity Credit Union, Strasbourg, Every Little Thing or Orva 725-4563. Everyone Welcome!

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For Agriculture coverage,

The community of Duval is happy to welcome our newest residents Paul, Roberta and Matthew Bender who have recently moved into town from their farm.

Speedy recovery wishes to Adella Keulen after her recent surgery.

Prayers and positive thoughts go to Barrie and Barb Gwillim for their hard journey ahead.

The Duval Rink has been very busy lately with their brunches and burger nights. It is so nice to see the kids enjoying the ice and even the Legends team has been out skating, that’s what they tell their wives anyway!

Many out of town visitors were in town this past weekend to attend the Duval Ladies Night for Cancer.

Good luck to goalie, Dallin Sorensen and defenceman, Keeryn Phillips on their upcoming provincial and league hockey games.

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NOTICE– Notice to The Cooperators clients in Nokomis, Strasbourg and Bulyea areas. Effective February 1, 2012, I am no longer associated with The Cooperators company. I express my deepest thanks and appreciation to all my clients for their patronage over the years.

Jerry Decker 13c 306-528-7731 Strasbourg Parkland Library will be hosting Puzzle Month during February.

Come out and socialize while you enjoy the art of puzzling.

13-14c REGINA PATS at Strasbourg Rec Centre, Thursday, February 9, 3:00 p.m. Open to public – their practice, autograph session, meet the players, coaches and staff.

Donations to KidSport will be accepted, so all kids can play!

13c Strasbourg Recreation Board Cards and Game afternoon, Friday, February 10, 2:00 p.m. at Last Mountain Pioneer Home. Lunch and refreshments. Everyone welcome!

12-13c Strasbourg Maroons Senior Hockey Club, Maroons vs Cupar Canucks, Saturday, February 11, 8:00 p.m. Come and support your first place team!

13c Strasbourg Recreation Board is sponsoring a ‘Family Sweetheart Dance,’ Sunday, February 12, 2:00 p.m. in lower Strasbourg Hall.

Music by ‘Young at Heart.’ $10 adult, $5 - 17 and under, 12 and under free. Refreshments and sweetheart basket draw.

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Seniors’s Valentine Tea – Tuesday, February 14, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., United Church, Strasbourg. Hosted by the Country Women’s Network.

12-13p Strasbourg Parkland Library Story Time for preschoolers, Thursday, February 16, at 10:30 a.m. 13-14c St. John Lutheran Church Ethnic Supper, Saturday, February 18, lower Strasbourg Memorial Hall. Supper: 5:30 p.m. Entertainment: ‘Time of Our Lives.’

Silent Auction. Tickets: $15/ person, students/$5.00, preschool free. Tickets available at Affinity Credit Union, Strasbourg, Every Little Thing or Orva 725-4563.

Everyone Welcome!

12,13,14c Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, February 21 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., at St. John Lutheran Church. Cost: $6.00, children 10 and under $3.00. Everyone welcome!

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Strasbourg Rec Centre planning upgrades The Strasbourg Recreation Centre Board is focusing on fundraising efforts to make some improvements and upgrades to the facility.

“The Strasbourg Recreation Centre needs to replace some of the outside doors. We have been quoted close to $30,000 to replace all of the doors, and since we can get a better deal to do them all at once, we are applying for grants to help cover the cost,” said Teresa Kuski, secretary to the Board. “Currently we have progressed to the next stage in the Molson Community Cheer grant application process, but we need the community’s help to get our grant approved.”

Kuski said that in order for the Molson Community Cheer fund to even consider the Rec Centre’s application they would like see at least 225 ‘cheers’ on their website (www.ourcommunitycheer.com). She is encouraging community members to take the time to go to this site and show their support for this project. The deadline for “online cheering” is February 17.

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Strasbourg Curling News The Strasbourg Cash Spiel was held January 15 and 16 with seven teams participating. They had a four game square draw format with $40 a win. Most teams had two wins and some had three wins.

The Strasbourg Seniors Spiel was a hit again with 16 teams competing on January 18 and 19, with them curling two games each day.

Six teams came from Regina and others were from Strasbourg, Bulyea, Govan and Kannata Valley. Each team got $20/win and had a lunch supplied on the second day by the Strasbourg Curling Club. Only one team had all four wins, the Braybook team from Regina. A seven ender,

which is not scored often. was scored by the Marvin Kelln rink with Diane Kondratiuk, Les Parkin and Don Bahr.

There was lots of fun at this Seniors’ Spiel!

The Region 9 Senior Men’s Playdowns were held in Raymore on January 21 and 22.

Three teams participated and the Ian Kelln team with the Strasbourg crew of Larry Doetzel, Marvin Kelln and Ray Craswell took first place and the St. Front team of Brent Franko took second. Both of these teams will be advancing to the Senior Men’s Northern playdowns in Kindersley from February 9 to 12. The Brian Jordan rink did not advance.

Good luck to our reps!

Front, Mae Bahr (left) and Allan Craswell sweeping, Joyce Wagner behind and Ray Craswell (back) calling for the skip.

Baine Fritzler (left), Jack Lax and Keith Flavel (behind)

Obituary Evelyn Erhardt Evelyn Dorothy Schultz was born on September 22, 1929 to Reinhardt and Molly Schultz on a farm west of Duval. She was the oldest of five children. She grew up and attended school in Duval. After school she worked in Regina as a waitress.

After a chance meeting at a dance, a romance blossomed and in 1949, Evelyn married Albert Erhardt. In the early years of marriage, Sundays were spent at the lake fishing and picnicing. Square dancing, visiting neighbours and playing some lively hands of cards, were times enjoyed together. Albert and Evelyn raised two children, Larry and Deanna.

Flower beds and a lush garden brought much enjoyment to her. The family took much pride in her quilting, crocheting, baking and sewing skills. Reading was a favourite pastime. Her life revolved around her husband and family.

Evelyn passed away on January 2, 2012 at the Last Mountain Pioneer Home at the age of 82, after a long struggle with failing health.

Evelyn is predeceased by one brother in 1942, her father Reinhardt Schultz in 1969, her mother Molly Schultz in 1990, her sister Annie Livingston in 1995, her husband Albert Erhardt in 2001.

She leaves to mourn and cherish her memories: her son Larry (Rose) Erhardt of Strasbourg, her daughter Deanna (Jim) Fisher of Shellbrook; four grandchildren: Austin (Amanda) Erhardt of Strasbourg, Amber (Chris) Brockman of Okotoks, AB, Chad (Becky) Fisher of Shellbrook, Ryan (Jennifer) Fisher of Bulyea; five great-grandchildren: Aiden Erhardt, Colsten Brockman (baby brother on the way), Gavin and Cole Fisher, and Rhae Fisher; her sister Margaret Romich of Strasbourg, her brothers: Walter (Adele) Schultz of Strasbourg and Jerry (Sharon) Schultz of Onoway, AB. A celebration of Evelyn’s life was held Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 2:00 p.m., at St. John Lutheran Church, Strasbourg.

May the winds of love blow gently, And whisper so you can hear, That we will always love you, And wish that you were here.

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Arnie Flegel (left) and Jake Fries against Candy Brown (right) and Marilyn Craswell.

LMVBA meets The Last Mountain Valley Business Association (LMVBA) met for the first time this year at the Lion’s Den in Strasbourg Hall on Wednesday evening, February 2. Six businesses were represented at last week’s meeting; Talbot Marketing, Angling Trail Construction, Double LL Designs, Every Little Thing, User Friendly Computer Systems, Strasbourg Decorating; and Last Mountain Times.

This was the association’s first meeting since November 2 when they met to discuss the new Welcome Banners the association has purchased; the results of the Photo Contest held last season, and the plans for this year’s Christmas Nativity event. In discussing the minutes of that November 2 meeting, it was noted that the large light standard banners are now ready to be erected in any community within the association, and that there is space available on the banners for association members to have an advertising message printed.

The Photo Contest was judged to be an unqualified success, with 59 entries in total in the three available categories. The three top categories of entries (first, second and honourable mention) were framed and shown at the Welcome Neighbour silent auction, and again at the Strasbourg Fowl Supper. The winning

pictures will eventually find their way into the Strasbourg & District Museum’s Cookbook.

Some of the winning entries, and some of the other entries have been printed up into a series of five different glossy, colour postcards.

The postcards will be made available for sale for $1.00 each through association members. It was agreed to expand the number of entry categories and to run the contest again this year, with the requirement being that photos entered must be taken between September 1, 2011 and August 31, 2012.

The Christmas Nativity event planned for November 26 was cancelled due to the bitterly cold weather, but the association says it will undertake to stage the event again this coming fall perhaps with some modifications to the format to accommodate inclement weather, and concerns about slippery street conditions. Details will be decided at a future LMVBA meeting. Results from the 2011 Christmas Basket draws are posted on the LMVBA website.

The final item on the agenda was the election of officers for the 2011 calendar year. The previous slate of officers was returned by acclamation: Joanna Krentz as President, Jan Yarshenko as Secretary, and Ross McKee as Treasurer.

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Tantrums

by Gwen Randall-Young It is one thing to deal with the tantrum of a two-year-old.

It’s easy to pick him up and put him in his room, where he most likely will fall asleep.

What if the child is between five and eight? A toddler having a tantrum is angry, and may simply lie on the floor and kick his feet. An older child tends to act out towards people or things when in the midst of a tantrum.

She may yell out insults, slam doors, or even throw things around. Conventional wisdom holds that when a toddler has a tantrum, the best thing to do is to ignore it.

With an older child, it is hard to know what to ignore.

If the child is being physically or verbally abusive, to ignore

such behavior would seem to be condoning it. The key to avoiding tantrums in older children is to keep communicating with them. If they are angry, let them explain why they are so angry.

Don’t argue with them, just listen. Once you convey to the child that you understand why she is so angry, you may be able to do some problem solving. If she is angry because you have said ‘no’ to a sleepover, you can explain your reasons once again and suggest a compromise. Perhaps she could go over for the evening, and you’ll pick her up before bedtime. Asking a child what they might suggest as a compromise gets them into some logical thinking and out of the emotional turmoil, if only for a few moments. It’s unlikely at this point, to revert to a tantrum.

Toddlers have tantrums because they do not have the skills to express what they want, or to argue their point. Older children have tantrums because they think they are not being heard.

The worst thing you can do

with a child in a tantrum is to get angry and have a tantrum yourself. You need to stay calm, set the boundaries, and defuse things as much as you can. Tell the child that when he calms down, you will listen what he has to say. If the child is out of control, being verbally abusive or damaging things, you need to step in. At this point you are not dealing with the issue, simply attempting to control the situation. Tell the child that they can be mad, but they cannot be abusive. When things have settled, you must reiterate with the child that such behavior is unacceptable. They must understand at an early age that being angry does not justify abusive words or behaviors.

Communication and anger management skills must be developed early. This is the first step in the elimination of family violence.

Gwen Randall-Young is an author and award-winning Psychotherapist based out of Alberta.

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Reflexology... restoring the body’s equilibrium Many health problems can be caused by an imbalance inside our bodies. Restoring this balance can be enough to solve various health problems and to activate our body’s self-healing processes. And how can we restore this equilibrium? The answer lies in reflexology, an alternative medicine which we could all gain from knowing more about.

Reflex zones Reflexologists posit that each organ or zone of our body corresponds to a precise point on our feet, our hands or our ears. By applying pressure on a point corresponding to an organ or a part of the body which is unbalanced, a problem can be solved. These pressure points are called reflex zones. Even though reflexology may seem at first Reflexology allows a myriad of glance to be very similar to a massage, providing the same health problems to be cared for... relief and relaxing effect, it is in fact a procedure which with a simple pressure of the fingers! has much more in common with acupuncture.

Therapeutic benefits Many health benefits can be obtained through reflexology. Reflexology is beneficial in the treatment of certain mental problems. It can also reduce some of the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, such as tenderness of the breasts, menstrual pain and irritability; it can facilitate pregnancy and childbirth by reducing swelling of the feet and ankles and by regulating contractions; it can relieve intestinal pro-blems; and ease headaches and migraines as well as soothing back pain.

Reflexology can even improve quality of life for people suffering from cancer, by reducing their symptoms and their stress, and can also lessen symptoms of multiple sclerosis, such as numbness and muscular spasms.

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Liberal leader resigns Early last week, Ryan Bater submitted his resignation as Leader of the Saskatchewan Liberals effective immediately.

“This was not a decision made lightly. I took on the Leadership of the Saskatchewan Liberal Party knowing well the challenges that lie ahead. As was often said – only half in jest – no one could ever accuse me of being an opportunist,” Bater said. “With eyes wide open, our mission was to build a political movement focused on personal and economic freedom for all the people of Saskatchewan. We knew that the journey would be long, and the outcome uncertain. After much soul searching, I have come to the realization that I can no longer make the personal and professional sacrifices necessary to lead this effort.”

Bater ran unsuccessfully in the Battlefords constituency in the November 7, 2011 provincial election.

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Strasbourg Recreation Board is sponsoring a ‘Family Sweetheart Dance,’ Sunday, February 12, 2:00 p.m. in lower Strasbourg Hall.

Music by ‘Young at Heart.’ $10 adult, $5 - 17 and under, 12 and under free. Refreshments and sweetheart basket draw.

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St. John Lutheran Church Ethnic Supper, Saturday, February 18, lower Strasbourg Memorial Hall. Supper: 5:30 p.m. Entertainment: ‘Time of Our Lives.’ Silent Auction. Tickets: $15/person, students/$5.00, pre-school free. Tickets available at Affinity Credit Union, Strasbourg, Every Little Thing or Orva 725-4563. Everyone Welcome!

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Bulyea Elementary School students enjoy hot lunch and skate Bulyea Elementary School students recently enjoyed their first hot lunch of the season at the BGS skating rink. What better way is there to spend a Friday lunch hour?

The teachers have it down to an art form. The entire school heads over to the rink before lunch. When they arrive, the older kids help the little ones tie their skates while the lunch is being prepared. Everyone gets some ice time in. As the food becomes ready, the students are called in youngest to oldest. The teachers decided to make half-orders this year – It works out great for everyone, and a lot less food gets wasted.

After everyone is finished eating, its back on the ice to work off that hot lunch. Eventually the students start taking off their skates, also youngest to oldest. Since the older kids are the last ones on the ice, they help to clean off the ice before they lock up and go back to the school to hit the books.

-article and photos submitted by Corri Gorrill

This old table from the school makes it a lot easier for the smaller kids to eat their lunch.

When all the tables are gone, you have to improvise. The bleachers worked quite well!

The Grade 4 girls enjoy their lunch together.

The students always have a blast making a train.

Letter to the Editor

February 1, 2012 Dear Editor: On January 31, 2012, the Bulyea School Review Committee was elated with the decision made by the Horizon School Division’s Board of Trustees, to discontinue the review process of the Bulyea

Elementary School. This means the school will remain open for the 2012-2013 school year.

The review committee’s approach from the onset of the review was to be factual, nonderogatory and consultative. This approach was held in high regard

Spring session to start March 5, Budget on March 21 Premier Brad Wall late last week announced that the spring session of the Legislative Assembly will begin on Monday March 5 and the 2012-13 Provincial Budget will be delivered on Wednesday, March 21.

Wall said the provincial budget will focus on keeping the government’s election commitments while maintaining fiscal responsibility and a balanced budget. He said the budget will also provide funding for the government’s election commitments.

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by the Board Trustees and Horizon School Division senior staff.

The review committee appreciates the consideration that the Board Trustees gave to the pertinent information that we presented, showing the viability of the Bulyea Elementary School. Specifically, the Trustees considered our positive projected enrolment numbers, changing demographics within the attendance area, continued development of resort communities along Last Mountain Lake, structurally sound and appropriately-sized facility and most importantly, the exceptional learning our children are experiencing at Bulyea Elementary School.

The Bulyea School Community Council will continue to work with the Horizon School Division Board and Staff to maintain communication and a positive working relationship. In addition, work will be done to develop a process for generating accurate, valid projected enrolment numbers on an annual basis.

The review committee would like to express our appreciation to every person, organization and business who showed their support by writing letters, attending meetings or sharing information with committee members. This community support was recognized and acknowledged by the Horizon School Division Board.

We would also like to make a special acknowledgement to the Bulyea and District Lions Club for their financial contribution to cover the costs associated with our communication efforts.

Sincerely, Tracy Flavel, Chair Bulyea School Review Committee; and, Bulyea School Community Council

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Agriculture news & views Farm safety plans bring business success Farm Credit Canada’s (FCC) Farm Safety Report Card shows that 85 per cent of Canadian producers understand the importance of maintaining farm safety – to prevent financial loss due to incidents, protect their family members and to keep employees safe. Despite their good intentions, only one in ten producers has a written farm safety plan. The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) offers guidance in developing safety plans for their farms through the Plan Farm Safety campaign.

The study surveyed farmers’ perceptions of the current state

of farm safety in Canada. The study also revealed that 34 per cent of Canadian producers want training in the basics of preparing a safety plan for their operations. The survey was conducted to support the three-year theme of the Canadian Agricultural Safety campaign, Plan Farm Safety. This year, emphasis is on ‘Safety’ including assessment, improvement and further development of safety systems. Last year, the focus was on ‘Farm’ including implementation, documentation and training. In 2010, the campaign promoted ‘Plan’, featuring safety walkabouts and planning for safety.

The yearlong ‘Safety’ campaign will be launched with Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW), from March 11 to 17.

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) and Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) deliver CASW in partnership with Farm Credit Canada (FCC) and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC).

A free download of the core Canada FarmSafe Plan is available at www.planfarmsafety.ca Rate your farm safety knowledge. Take the FCC Farm Safety Quiz at www.fccfarmsafety.ca between March 1 and 31 and enter to win a first aid kit.

SCA increases check-off levy A resolution to increase the Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association’s (SCA) provincial check-off levy from $1.00 to $2.00 per head was just one of six resolutions passed at the SCA’s Annual General Meeting on January 19. Bob Ivey, past chair of the SCA, made a presentation supporting the check-off resolution before it was voted on. His presentation focused on the contributions producers in other provinces make to their provincial and national associations, compared to Saskatchewan producers.

“Saskatchewan is one of the last provinces to increase its provincial levy from one to two dollars.

Our last increase was in 1987, when the rate went from $0.50 to $1.00 per head. Alberta, Ontario and Manitoba have all raised their provincial levies from S1.00 to $2.00 – Alberta in 2004, Manitoba in 2006 and Ontario in 2008. Those four provinces make up more than 90 percent of the cattle marketings in Canada,” said Ivey. “Now Saskatchewan producers can carry our share of the load in helping open new markets, research new technologies, educate people on the value of beef and provide the services this industry needs.”

At the meeting, SCA elected five representatives from Saskatchewan that will sit on the CCA board of directors. Representatives with two-year terms include: Brent Griffin, Pat Hayes and Reg Schellenberg.

Representatives with one-year terms are Lynn Grant and Kevin Woods.

Following elections in late 2011, the new SCA board of directors was introduced at the AGM. The new chair is Mark Elford, (district 3a); Ryan Beierbach (1), Bill Jameson (2), Larry Grant (3b), Rick Toney (4), Fred Lansdall (5), Howard Toews (6), Paula Larson (7), Michael Spratt (8), Ryan Sommerfeld (9a), David Stuart (9b), Ryan Thompson (SCFA), Brad Welter (SCFA), Lloyd Thompson (SSGA), Doug Gillespie (SSGA) and Jack Hextall (past chair).

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There have been times to help me understand what was a considerable amount of where writing this column happening in terms of markets, time at the local fairgrounds, has been a challenge, usually and how that related back to although nothing like the because finding an idea some- farmers and ranchers locally. time Sheldon donated to the times requires a lot of brain He became a valued contact be- Association, and its events.

Sheldon, like many, put in racking. However, no column cause of that.

But there was more to Shel- countless hours to makes has been more difficult to write than this one. Usually don. Trained as an auctioneer, sure the events ran smoothly, words are not something I the man competed in auction- and Yorkton and East Central struggle with. I suppose more eering contests on a regular ba- Saskatchewan had a range of than two decades as a news- sis, and he did well. That meant things to take in and enjoy.

Yet, again as busy as Shelpaper journalist have at least more stops at his office to talk don might be, he always had given me that. But this week, about those experiences, and to the right words seen to escape write more stories. I suppose in that smile of his on under the cowboy me.

This week I “...The community has lost a valued vol- hat, and he always had want to write about one unteer and agriculture, a good friend...” time to talk.

It will not be man, and who he has been in the years I my case, I often think of people quite the same at the summer have known him. Like most, in terms of interviews. Shel- fair, or Friday night standardsumming up a man in a few don was a good one. He was bred racing without Sheldon words is not easy, and that articulate, and willing to share being part of it. I can only is certainly the case here. I’ll his views, even at times when imagine the heartache his start by saying that Sheldon they might not have been what family and closest friends are Nicholson was first and fore- everybody else was saying. That feeling over his loss at age 45.

My condolences to you all. most a good guy. So when I made him good press.

But as the number of stories Just know others feel the loss learned last week Sheldon had died as the result of a stroke, I grew, from comments on cattle too. The community has lost a was greatly saddened. York- markets, to business reviews of valued volunteer and agriculton had lost one of the nicest Heartland Livestock to working ture, a good friend. And while men you were likely to meet. with recently arrived employees I started out knowing him as I can’t recall ever running into from Mexico, I just grew to like a work contact, I too feel I Sheldon where he didn’t have Sheldon as a person. As things have lost more than someone a smile, and the time to talk, sometimes turn out, Sheldon I occasionally quoted in the and that talk in our case usu- also liked supporting agriculture paper.

Sheldon Nicholson you and the community, so he beally turned to agriculture.

I first met Sheldon years came involved with the Yorkton will be missed. ago when he took over as Exhibition Association. Since Calvin Daniels is a manager of Heartland Live- the YEA is heavily involved in Yorkton-based ag stock in the city, a position he agricultural events, the spring columnist and writer. has held ever since. The man bull sale, Harvest Showdown, Disclaimer: the opinions knew cows and he knew mar- and related areas such as rodeos expressed are those of the writer. kets, and he was always ready and standardbred racing, I spent

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Planning Your Financial Future Invest in Your Future with an RRSP

Investing strategies for all life stages As the February 29th deadline to contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) approaches, many Canadians are taking a step back and determining if their investing strategies are appropriate for their age and/or anticipated life events such as marriage, the purchase of a home or retirement.

“For Canadians to get the most from their money, their investments must be properly aligned with their current life stage,” said Serge Pepin, with BMO Investments Inc. “In today’s volatile market, it’s especially important not to lose sight of individual needs and to recognize the importance of a comprehensive, well-considered financial plan. More than 90 per cent of Canadians who have a plan believe it has played an important role in helping them achieve their financial goals.”

There are four distinctive investing strategies for each life stage that we normally progress through: Your 20’s – Getting Started: • You are likely to be at the beginning of your career and are starting to build a long-term financial plan.

• Given the longer time horizon to eventual retirement, you should be able to take a more aggressive approach to your asset mix by having more equities than fixed income or cash.

• Diversification remains the core principle, but with a higher balance of equities compared to people who are older.

• Focus on paying down debt, and try to save some money as well.

Your 30’s and 40’s – Juggling Priorities: • The 30’s can bring a lot of changes, such as plans to raise a family or to make larger, longterm purchases.

• If you are closer to the end of this stage, you need to manage debt carefully while planning for your kids’ education.

• A portfolio at this stage should be relatively balanced across all asset classes and include a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) if you have a child or children. RESPs offer the benefits of a tax-sheltered investment and, coupled with the federal government's Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG), provide a secure, growth-assured education investment.

Your 50’s and 60’s – Focusing In: • If you are in this category, you should be considering shifting your investments from a long-term to a mid-term focus in order to strengthen retirement savings.

• Risk management is particularly important at this stage as individuals and families dependent on investments for all or part of their income cannot afford sudden dips in their savings.

• At this life stage, a more conservative asset mix that has a good portion of fixed income and GICs is recommended.

• During this period, people in this category should also be focused on paying off any outstanding debts before their transition into retirement.

Your 60’s and Beyond – Retirement: • Once you have reached this stage, you will most likely be making final decisions on what the next phase of your life will look like.

• Early retirement, second careers or planning for extended travel may be on your horizon, and it is important that you adjust your financial plan to achieve your ideal retirement lifestyle.

• Income-generating investments coupled with a conservative asset mix are particularly important at this stage in life.

Disclaimer: the advice offered above was provided by BMO Investments. Speak with a financial professional to determine which investment program or strategy is right for you.

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You may be considering investing in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) to mark the beginning of the New Year. Or perhaps saving for your retirement is an ongoing financial goal. No matter what the reason, investing in your future could mean the difference between enjoying your well-deserved retirement or eking out a living.

February 29, 2012 is the deadline for contributing to an RRSP for the 2011 tax year, so start examining your options now.

Can I afford an RRSP? Melanie Spokes, an Affinity Credit Union Financial Planner says, “Even though most of us can’t afford to contribute large amounts to our RRSP at

the end of the tax year, almost everyone can set up a savings plan that deducts a monthly amount from their pay-cheque or bank account. Even by starting with a small monthly contribution, investing in an RRSP now will help ensure you’ll have a more comfortable retirement later.”

Why invest in an RRSP? Your contributions are tax deductible and could provide you with a tax refund.

• Investments in an RRSP grow tax-free. Consider making your RRSP contribution earlier in the year or even on a monthly basis.

• By contributing sooner than later, your money will have more time to grow tax-free.

• Earnings on RRSP invest-

holding source deductions and transferring amounts to a group plan, you get the benefit of the RRSP tax deferral right away instead of having to wait until tax time for a refund.

• If you don’t have a group plan at work, you can still make contributions before income tax is levied on your earnings. Talk to your financial advisor.

“Taking care of yourself in retirement is something only you can do and it’s never too late to start,” adds Melanie.

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Estate planning: the power behind a power of attorney The importance of having effect until after they’re gone, “Appointing and accepting a will is widely understood, while a power of attorney is the role of power of attorney but fewer people realize the incredibly important because is a very personal decision, value of a power of attorney. it affects your life and prefer- and one not to be taken lightA power of attorney is a legal ences for that life while you ly,” said Blades. “In order to document that gives someone are still alive.” ensure the power of attorney else the right to act on your A power of attorney can is used only when needed or behalf. It is an important tool be useful for a variety of rea- appropriate, consider providfor estate planning because it sons. Anyone can be unex- ing a trusted family member can be used to provide per- pectedly afflicted with an ill- or your family doctor with sonal or financial protection ness, disease or accident and the authority to determine in the event that a person be- without proper planning this when your attorney should comes incapacitated and cannot make deci...Statistics Canada has predicted that sions for themselves.

A power of attorney Canada’s population will age rapidly until ensures that impor- 2031 and that within the next 25 years more tant decisions about finances and personal than a quarter of the country’s population care can continue to be made by a trusted will be seniors... person or persons chosen by could lead to even more stress start acting. Understand the the individual appointing the placed on family members. “I powers you are conferring attorney. often hear clients say that their and the responsibilities and Statistics Canada has pre- biggest fear is to be a burden obligations your attorney is dicted that Canada’s popu- on their children and one of expected to assume. Most imlation will age rapidly until the best ways to avoid that portantly, ensure you appoint 2031 and that within the next situation is to have an effec- a reliable and trustworthy in25 years more than a quarter tive estate plan that includes a stitution or individual to act of the country’s population power of attorney appointing on your behalf. Many people will be seniors. This increases the best choice of attorney for appoint a trust company as the likelihood that Canadians you,” adds Blades. “This can their attorney for property to will be caring for aging par- often be just as important as take the burden off a family ents, planning for future care, keeping an up-to-date Will.” member.” Other options that or may need care themselves.

It is important to carefully can help are services such “The biggest challenge consider and talk to a pro- as asset custody, investment is that continuing or endur- spective power of attorney. management, income and ing powers of attorney for This role carries significant pension collection, bill payproperty often do not get the responsibility to carry out ments, income tax reporting consideration they deserve,” personal decisions that can be and filing. says Scotia Private Client time consuming and difficult.

When acting as attorney Group spokesperson Elaine It is important to discuss your Blades. “It’s understandable wishes with your family and that this is a difficult topic, seek advice from professionbut it is an important one. als to ensure that you appoint Most people think of their the right person and that evwills, which don’t come into eryone is on the same page.

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you assume a number of significant duties and obligations; moreover you must always act with honesty, in good faith and in the best interests of the grantor. It can be a very time consuming job which may last for months or even years. It is essential to understand exactly what your responsibilities and duties are before accepting. Be prepared to make difficult decisions for which you may have little or no training or experience.

Keep records of everything.

You may be personally liable for any loss should you fail to properly execute the required duties and standard of care which includes a duty to account. And last, you are not obligated to accept the role of attorney and should give serious thought to the time, responsibility, and expertise involved before assuming the role. Always get expert advice to clearly understand the laws and rules governing the role of an attorney before you commit.

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If your credit cards are so full that you can’t use them anymore, and if your monthly interest payments are so big that you can’t reduce your actual debt, then you likely feel that you are losing control of your finances.

Don’t despair: there are several options open to you.

If you are in financial difficulty but have a job and stable revenue, the first thing to do is to go and see a financial or debt advisor. There is a good chance that your financial institution will agree to a consolidation of your debts. This would allow you to reduce your high credit card interest rates, sometimes upwards of 20 per cent, to about 6 per cent.

Refinancing your mortgage is another possibility.

Using the net value of your home could be a more economical way of borrowing than an ordinary loan. You could also use the net value of your property to consolidate your debts, such as credit card balances.

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BMO Financial Group has donated $50,000 to the Canadian Foundation for Economic Education (CFEE) to help launch the first annual “Talk With Our Kids About Money Day.” Gary Rabbior, President of CFEE, said the goal is to work with partners to help break down barriers and encourage conversations with kids about financial matters. “We want to designate one day during the year when parents, guardians, teachers, and employers can make a point of talking with kids about mon-

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Grant and Cody Rogers, won the game 8-6 against the Parkin rink of Ross, Calvin and Glenda Myers and Mary Calder.

The second event was the Keith Flavel rink playing the Greg Coutts rink. The Flavel rink of Keith, Mae and Dick Clarke, and Eva Gorrill won the game 6-4 against the Coutts rink of Greg, Dennis Day, Randy Grandish, and Adele Coutts.

The third event was the Brian Flavel rink versus the Jeff Gaye rink. The Flavel rink of Brian, Deb Fiessel, Peter Barry and Mandy Lowch, won the game by default against the Gaye rink of Jeff, Corey Nordal, Brenda

Bulyea Annual Bonspiel Second Event winners, the Flavel rink of (left to right) Keith, Mae and Dick Clarke and Eva Gorrill.

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Saturday, afternoon the rink was bustling with activity.

After the games, people were rushing in different directions to take in other evening activities: late Christmas gatherings, etc. Those that could, stayed around the rink and enjoyed a hamburger and dessert and visited. Unfortunately, not everyone was around for photos for the winning events.

Get well wishes go out to Rick Anderson who just recently underwent gall bladder surgery. Also, happy to see Al Laatsch back at the Silton Store after his trip to the city by ambulance on Monday morning.

With the warm weather, please do not take chances and venture too far out on the lake.

None of us know where the springs are along Last Mountain Lake, and it is those spots where the ice does not freeze and you could run into problems. We all enjoy the fresh ďŹ sh and the fun of catching, but, it is not worth risking your life.

The RCMP are warning people not to drive on the ice, so let’s be responsible; it is the ones we leave behind who suffer.

Have a wonderful week, enjoy our spring like weather and be happy!

Look in the box

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I took the ďŹ shing keychain, put it in a box that clearly said ‘reading lamp’, and wrapped it up. When Grandpa’s turn came to open his gift at our family Christmas celebration, what he found under the wrapping clearly did not excite him – reading lamps were not very high on his interest list. He put the box down without even opening it! But of course, this was exactly the response I had hoped for, and soon he ďŹ gured out that my laughter probably meant there

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To me, my Grandpa’s initial response to my gift illustrates the way we often think of God’s gifts to us. We assume that we know what God wants to give us, and quite frankly it does not often excite us. “God in my life? – who needs that?

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Let me tell you two things about my grandfather: he collected keychains, and he ďŹ shed. Here’s the tale of how these two things once came together in a memorable way.

Back in 1985, one of my uncles – a draftsman by trade – lost his job due to a downturn in the economy. And so, out of consideration for my uncle’s ďŹ nancial situation, we as a family decided to change the way we exchanged gifts at Christmas. We would draw names, and buy one simple $5 gift for one person. We passed the hat-full of names around, and I drew Grandpa’s name.

What do you buy your Grandpa for $5? For me, it became an easy choice because I found a perfect item: a brass keychain with an engraving of ďŹ sh on a line, and these words

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RCMP report Truck through the ice Just before 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 29, a pickup truck towing an ice ďŹ shing shack broke through the ice on Last Mountain Lake near Grandview Resort. All occupants were able to safely exit the vehicle which was partially submerged. Lumsden RCMP attended and assisted the occupants out of the vehicle.

The RCMP continues to remind everyone that the unseasonable warm weather conditions have made for unpredictable and unsafe ice conditions in many areas. Due to these unsafe ice conditions, vehicle travel on the ice is being strongly discouraged.

Five injured in collision At about 4:00 p.m. on January 29, members of the Warman RCMP responded to a report of a collision at the intersection of Highway 11 and Warman Road. Ambulance and ďŹ re personnel also attended. Three adults and two teenagers were injured and had to be transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Police said a southwest bound Jeep Liberty on Highway 11 was struck by a 2001 Pontiac Grand Am, which was crossing the highway in a northbound direction.

The Pontiac was driven by a 37-year-old male from Mar-

tensville. The Jeep was being driven by a 72-year-old man from Melfort, and was carrying three passengers, a 65year-old Melfort woman and two teenage girls, 16 and 14, from Saskatoon. There are no medical condition updates on any of the subjects. They were transported by ambulance to hospital in Saskatoon. Police say charges of failing to yield at the intersection are forthcoming against the driver of the car.

Young driver hits railway lights Also on January 29, at about 10:15 a.m., members of the Warman RCMP responded to the report of a collision on the railway tracks at Central Street near the access

to Highway 11 in the Town of Warman.

Investigation revealed that an eastbound Pontiac SunďŹ re collided with the standard that holds the red ashing lights at the railway crossing and knocked the standard down over the tracks. CN Rail was immediately notiďŹ ed and train service was not disrupted. The 16-year-old female driver of the vehicle was the lone occupant and was found displaying symptoms of alcohol consumption. She was arrested by police and read a breath demand, which she refused. She was not injured. The Saskatoon resident was released by police on a promise to appear in court on charges of Refusing a Breath Demand, Impaired Driving, Driving without Due Care and Attention and Driving contrary to license conditions.

She is scheduled to appear in court on March 14 in Saskatoon Youth Court and cannot be identiďŹ ed due to her age, pursuant to the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Vehicle hit and run The Kelvington/ Rose Valley RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance locating the persons responsible for the hit and run on a minivan parked in the Kelvington Co-op grocery store staff parking lot on Thursday, January 26, in the late afternoon.

If you have any information about this incident please contact the Kelvington/Rose Valley RCMP at (306) 327-1200.

Theft of bales The Kelvington/Rose Valley RCMP are also requesting the public’s assistance locating the persons responsible for the theft of 69 hay bales from just north of Round Lake sometime between September

22 and November 3, 2011.

The Bales are described as being hardcore with sisal twine and standing 68 inches tall.

If you have any information about this crime, please contact the Kelvington/Rose Valley RCMP at (306)327-1200.

Snowmobile stolen Some time overnight January 29/30, a 2009 Forest River trailer, Saskatchewan license plate 475-HTG, along with a 2009 Arctic Cat Cross Fire 800 snowmobile, black with green pin striping, (Sask plate 380FY) were stolen from behind the owner’s residence in Watrous. There were no keys in the ignition. RCMP say they have no suspects at this time, and it is not known which direction the thieves were travelling. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Watrous RCMP. Drivers reminded to put cellphones away The RCMP, Regina Police Service and SGI are reminding motorists of the risks involved with using cellphones to talk or text while driving.

In recent months, cellphone use has been identiďŹ ed as a possible cause in two fatal collisions in the province, according to RCMP. “We’ve seen a disturbing trend over recent years regarding the use of hand-held devices while driving,â€? said Insp. Andy Landers. “Driving a vehicle demands your complete attention and if you’re not fully committed to that task you’re putting yourself and others at a serious risk.â€?

A recent SGI survey conducted in September of 2011 found that 94 per cent of respondents considered talking or texting while driving a major problem in Saskatchewan.

In fact, distracted driving outranked even impaired driving as the number one road safety concern in the province. In 2010, there were nearly 8,500 collisions in the province involving distracted driving, resulting in 60 deaths and more than 2,300 injuries.

Legislation banning the use of cellphones while driving took effect January 1, 2010.

The law prohibits all drivers from using hand-held cellphones to talk, text, e-mail, or surf the internet while operating a motor vehicle. Experienced drivers are permitted to use hands-free devices, but new drivers (those in the Graduated Driver’s Licensing program) are not. The ďŹ ne for violating the law is $280 and four demerit points under SGI’s Safe Driver Recognition program.

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Ethel Hodgins celebrates 90 years young WEEK OF FEBRUARY 5 TO 11, 2012 LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: SCORPIO, SAGITTARIUS & CAPRICORN ARIES You feel like taking on the world this week! Your mind is full of ideas and you are ready to take the initiative. You will be very successful in everything you do.

TAURUS Even if you had a lot of things planned for this week, you will end up spending most of your time at home with family. The full moon might bring you some daunting new responsibilities.

GEMINI At work you hear about a promotion for which you are the best candidate. You have every right to negotiate for conditions that will keep your life stress-free.

CANCER Friends will try to persuade you to sign up for a new, regular activity. If you agree, it will improve your social life.

LEO Action and energy levels are high this week, especially if you have young children at home. Don’t be surprised if a family member goes to live abroad for a period of time.

VIRGO The full moon may drain your energy. This is nevertheless a perfect time to get creative and undertake a work of art that expresses your emotions.

LIBRA There are so many people around you that you feel quite stressed out at times. Rest is prescribed for you, and make sure you get it before the end of the week.

SCORPIO You will be assigned some new responsibilities at work that might entail dealing with clients. You will have a lot of success, and people will want to do business with you more often.

SAGITTARIUS The energy of the full moon makes you daydream about travelling. If you are inspired to leave on an adventure, just make sure you don’t forget important papers on your desk.

CAPRICORN You might be a little bit on edge right now, especially if you are in a difficult financial situation. Keep up your morale: the solutions to your problems are coming soon.

AQUARIUS It feels like the most difficult negotiations are always with family members. When you let your emotions get involved, it’s harder to make a decision. Try to stand back and see your reaction.

Last Mountain Regional Park recently received a cheque for $1000 from Raymore Credit Union. The funding is part of the Credit Union’s Growing Communities Grant program. Dwayne Steve, LMRP board chairman accepted the donation on behalf of the Park from Amanda Froats, Member Services Representative at Raymore Credit Union. Mr. Steve said the donation is gratefully accepted and the money will be used for maintenance and facility repairs at the Park.

Canadians endangered by job cuts

The Harper government plans to cut hundreds of inspectors from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and reduce the agency’s funding by millions in the near future, and Liberal critic for Agriculture and Agri-food Frank Valeriote is raising that issue as a food safety concern.

“The Conservative government is not only cutting 234 fulltime CFIA food safety jobs, but $21.5 million from the food inspection budget. There is something really concerning about a government that thinks food safety is only a temporary responsibility,” Valeriote said last week.

A footnote in the CFIA’s annual planning report explains that the reductions stem from the short-term nature of the response to the 2008 listeriosis crisis, which killed 23 Canadians and resulted in hundreds more becoming seriously ill.

“Protecting the Canadian food supply and keeping Canadians safe from food-borne illnesses requires constant vigilance. The listeriosis crisis was a wake-up call and it is irresponsible of the Conservative government to risk the health of Canadians by making these reckless cuts. It is worth remembering that John Baird, Tony Clement and Jim Flaherty – all trusted ministers in Harper’s cabinet – presided over the cuts to Ontario public health during the Harris government that resulted in the Walkerton Tragedy,” another Liberal MP noted.

In 2010, US regulators warned Canadian officials that the number of inspectors and inspections of food processing plants had to increase if Canadian food exports to the US were to continue.

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Family and friends gathered at Eastview Manor in Raymore on the afternoon of Sunday, January 15 to celebrate the 90th birthday of Ethel Hodgins. It was a cold blustery day compared to the sunny day of her birth.

Her son, Dennis Hodgins, welcomed everyone and read congratulatory messages from government dignitaries. Along with family and friends, Ethel Hodgins, shown here cutting Gail Braman preher birthday cake, celebrated her sented a floral ar90th birthday at Eastview Manor rangement on behalf in Raymore. of the Town of Raymore. A seniors’ version of “My Favorite Things” was sung by all, accompanied by Betty Terschuur on the organ. Tea, coffee and dessert were served by the grandchildren with Carol MacMurchy and Joyce Lorenz assisting.

Logan MacMurchy and Cheyenne Leader, Ethel’s great grandchildren, were excited to attend the party. Logan served Great-Grandma Ethel her dessert; assisted by his mom and dad, Heather and Tyler MacMurchy. Later Cheyenne helped her mom, Amanda Leader, present the birthday cake for GreatGrandma to blow out the candles.

Friends and family from Moose Jaw, Regina, Semans, Raymore, Wynyard, Strasbourg, Duval, Cymric, and Quinton were in attendance.

The family gathered later for a delicious supper and visiting.

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TRAILER– Large utility trailer. Suitable for hauling bales or bulk products.

20 feet long, 8 feet wide.

Heavy duty steel frame, with 2 x 10 wood decking and sides, tandem axles, heavy duty tires and ball hitch. Electric brake capable. Call 484-2246 to view or for more details. Asking $3,800.

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FOR RENT– Senior Social Housing and one three-bedroom Family Housing. Rent is based on income. For information, contact Nokomis Housing Authority, 528-2204.

3ctf For rent March 1 in Semans, SK, (approx. 125 km north of Regina) – One bedroom home on one side of a duplex house.

Rent is $425 per month plus utilities. Has F/ S & W/D, brand new efficient furnace and hot water heater. No pets or smoking in the house allowed. This home is in very good condition. Please contact by phoning or texting Barry Haukaas at (306)526-4485 between 7:00 and 10:00 p.m. or e-mail him at haukaasb@ yahoo.ca for more information.

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Haliburton Community Club Poker Derby: Sunday, March 11 – Haliburton Hall (12 miles south of Jansen or 10 miles east of Lockwood). Registration 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. No starts after 1:00 p.m. All riders must be in by 4:00 p.m. Hands $5 each; 3/$10; 7/$20. 50% payout; 4 places plus Mystery Hand. Door prizes and raffles. Lunch and refreshments available. For more information contact Terry 528-4640, Jack 364-2002 or Darin 5287997.

11-17c Liberty Ducks Unlimited Banquet & Auction – Sat., March 17 in the Liberty Memorial Hall. Cocktails at 5:30 p.m.; Dinner at 6:30 p.m.; Auction to follow. Tickets: $35.00. Contact: Jim at 847-2114; Lisa at 847-2155 or Leslie at 847-4401. 13-15c

FOR SALE – Computer components for sale. 15” Phillips monitor, keyboard, speakers, logitech webcam, all hook ups, HP 1510 printer/scanner. $75.00. Phone 306-725-3014.

12-13p FOR SALE– Why Pay More Elsewhere? “Everyday Low Price”. All major appliances selling at cost + $10. Watrous Furniture & Appliances, 9463542.

25ctf JEWELRY– One-of-a-kind and custom made! Local artist, Teri Degenstien (Govan, SK). See ad on page 13!

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WANTED– Silver coins – paying eight to 12 times face value, sterling cutlery, teapots, etc. Also scrap batteries – $5.00 each, radiators, copper, brass, catalytic converters, etc. Call 306-484-2061.

10-13c WANTED– pair or set of four 205-75R-14 all-season or good winter tires. Call 5397549 (Govan).

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FOR SALE – 2000 Subaru D Outback, UN green, A/C/T, AWD, FO command t start, PW, PL, Las tain n u 285,000 kms, o M imes 2.5L engine, 4 T cycl., heated seats, $6,900.00, OBO. Phone 306-725-3014.

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN STRASBOURG – Storey and a half house with all appliances for sale by owner. Call 725-3360 or 725-3244 for further information.

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FARM LAND FOR SALE Accepting tenders to purchase NW & NE 23-24-22-W2.

309 acres (285 cultivated).

13,100 bushel grain storage (6600 hoppered, 6500 flat bottom, 10,500 aeration).

Power located at the bin yard.

Land is adjacent to the Town of Strasbourg, close to Last Mountain Lake, 45 minute drive north of Regina. Tenders close midnight February 29, 2012. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Mail tender to Box 458, Strasbourg, SK, S0G 4V0, or email s.r.frizzell@sasktel.net 12-15c ORGANIC FARM FOR SALE– 1750 acres, RM #250, Last Mountain. Asking $650,000. Open to offers. Wheatland Realty Ltd. Contact George Harvey (306) 757-9817.

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CARDS OF THANKS We wish to express our sincere thanks to all those who took the time to extend their sympathy to us with cards, food, flowers, kind words and hugs. Thank you to those who donated to the Last Mountain Pioneer Home Foundation and the St. John Memorial Fund in memoriam. Thank you to Pastor Donald Hansen for his guidance, Rhonda de Hoop, organist and the St. John Lutheran ladies for looking after the lunch. Thank you to Hansen’s Funeral Home for easing the burden and for all their attention to every detail. Thank you to Aunt Erma Sievert for being there for us in the final hours. Words cannot express our gratitude to the staff of the Last Mountain Pioneer Home for making the best of a difficult situation, from the time Mom came to live with you till she was called to her home in heaven. We thank you all.

With appreciation, the family of Eveyln Erhardt 13c Thank you to all those friends, for the lovely cards that I received in memory of my mother, Mary (Retzer) Seymour. Also to all those who visited and brought food to my home. I appreciated all your thoughtfulness and words of sympathy.

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IN LOVING MEMORY GINTHER – In loving memory of a dear son, brother and uncle, Ken, who passed away February 8, 2010.

As life unfolded throughout the year, Loving memories kept you near.

Silent thoughts of times together Brought memories that will last forever.

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HELP WANTED Nokomis Cathy’s Place requires two full-time day shift Group Home Operators to start immediately. Interlake invites applications for fulltime positions at Cathy’s Place, Nokomis. Cathy’s Place is a group living facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Full-time positions are 11 and 12 hour shifts, averaging 79 hours in a two-week period. Every second weekend has three days off. Pension, health and dental plan are available upon qualifications. Starting wage is $13 per hour. Training available.

Qualifications: Experience providing support to adults with intellectual disabilities; First Aid and CPR would be an asset; valid driver’s license; must provide a Criminal Record Check. Please submit resumes by February 11, 2012 to: Deborah Farago, Manager, Interlake Human Resources Corporation, P.O. Box 1076, Watrous, SK, S0K 4T0. Any questions, please call 9462577.

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Dorothy Wolter • 363-2148

Get well wishes, thinking of and prayers for Wally (Lenora) Penner, Sam Bouphaphank, Iris Campbell, Isabel Krieger (Ervin), H. Kornelsen, Ed Kornelsen (Lila), Doreen Jantz, Katherine Funk and Henry Bartel, all doctors, nurses and caregivers, folks in hospitals, lodges, those who mourn the loss of a family member and anyone at home and just not feeling up to par.

Kay Gibney has moved back into the area. She is a new resident of Central Parkland Lodge, Lanigan. Welcome home, Kay. I heard that the Drake Canucks won 5-3 over the Lanigan Pirates in Lanigan January 28.

Go Drake, go!

Dorothy Wolter collects milk jugs and milk cartons and 1.89 litre juice containers with caps removed.

Two Watrous residents, An-

wyn (3) Thomas and her mom Malisa Thomas, visited the ice sculptures by Fire and Ice Creations taking shape January 23 at the Market Squares at River Landing, Saskatoon.

January 27, the LeRoy Braves and Drake Canucks met at the sportsplex and Drake won 3-0.

The Schroeder team connected and scored the first goal with Scott Schroeder and Brennan Ewen assisting. Nick Kalnicki scored the second goal with Taylor Watt assisting. The third goal was scored by Matt Rintoul and assisting were Jordan Schindel and Taylor Watt. Caller was Janice Ewen and Denise Howat and friend won the jackpot.

The Drake Community Service for Seniors was held Tuesday, January 31 in the Villa.

Nearly 21 enjoyed a delicious meal at noon.

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Communities of Tomorrow consults SUMA members Communities of Tomorrow early last week held consultative discussions with community leaders at the annual Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) convention in Regina.

“The infrastructure needs and challenges of municipalities are our first concern,” said John Lee, President of Communities of Tomorrow. “We are grateful for the opportunity to hold these discussions, and for the support of SUMA for our overall mission.”

Communities of Tomor-

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row is a public-private partnership with the mission of making Saskatchewan a global leader in the field of innovative sustainable municipal infrastructure. It works with industry, municipalities and researchers to find innovative solutions to infrastructure challenges.

Lee met with mayors and councillors from SUMA’s city members to brief them on CT’s activities and get their feedback on future strategic direction of the organization. Saskatchewan’s 14 largest communities have signed a memorandum of understanding with CT to collaborate on development of innovative infrastructure technologies and services.

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Between Friends Quilt Guild meet Between Friends Quilt Guild met at Bulyea Hall on January 28 with 12 members present. Lesley gave out patterns for the last two blocks for the Block of the Month Quilts. Everyone is anxious to be finished with them.

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Business & Professional Services Directory on Page 16

Regular Classifieds on Page 14 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. requires a Spray Foam & Paint Applicator.

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Good wages for the right people. Apply to the R.M. of Viscount, Box 100, Viscount, Sask. S0K 4M0. Ph: 306.944.2044 Fax: 306.944.2016. Or call Reeve Russ Deneiko for more info at 306.259.4927.

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MISCELLANEOUS CONGRATULATIONS ELBOW! Saskatchewan in motion’s $10,000 Community Pledge Challenge Winner.

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Letter of Appreciation When we were approached by Mr. Doug Rue of Freshwater Holdings in July 2011, it was an opportunity for us to sell our farmland at a very fair price.

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Sports news & commentary roons first three goals were shorthanded, including two of them coming on the same penalty kill.

Neil Kodman had two goals with the rest of the scoring coming from Derek Back, Darryl Knaus and Brady Heintz. Ryan Bahan and Tyson Melnychuk scored for Cupar. Kelley Lueck picked up the win in net for Strasbourg, while Jamie Wutke was in goal for the Canucks. The Maroons had nine minor penalties and a major penalty while the Canucks had ten minor penalties and a misconduct. In Southey, the Raymore Rockets took an early 2-0 lead on Southey with goals from Josh Belair and Dallas Thiessen.

The Marlins responded with a shorthanded goal from Travis Mohr in the second period and then Pat Thompson-Gale scored with just under seven minutes remaining in the game. The Rockets responded with just under three minutes left in the game as Josh Jordan scored on the power play. Travis Mohr then took this game into overtime with his second goal of the game with just seventeen seconds left in the game. Overtime settled nothing and Tyrell Shulko scored the winner in a shootout to make the final 4-3 for the Rockets. Nathan Fischl picked up the win in net for the Rockets and Ryan Senft was in net for the Marlins. The Rockets had three minor penalties while the Marlins had seven.

The Marlins and Rockets were to play February 3 in Raymore and that game has been moved to

Wednesday, February 8. In Wynyard, the Lumsden Monarchs defeated the Wynyard Monarchs 8-6 for their second win over the northern Monarchs this year. After Wynyard scored the first goal of the game off the stick of Aaron Lindal, Lumsden got goals from Lance Morrison and Stuart Poulin with a shorthanded goal to hold a 2-1 lead after one period.

Lumsden took a 5-1 lead in the second period with three goals, two of them power play goals, in a three minute and thirty-three second span. Their goals came from Jesse Matlock, Riley Agopsowicz and Stuart Poulin with his second goal. Bryan Kauk scored a shorthanded goal just after that and Lumsden took a 5-2 lead into the third period. Mike Bzdel got the scoring going in the third with a shorthanded goal to get Wynyard within two but Jesse Matlock scored his second of the game on the same power play to restore the three goal lead.

Mike Kesserling scored and then Aaron Lindal scored his second of the game on the power play and Lumsden now led 6-5 with just over four minutes left in the game. Wynyard pulled their goalie and with just over a minute left in the game Brady Aulie scored into an empty net to make it 7-5 Lumsden. Lumsden then took a penalty and with fourteen seconds left Aaron Lindal finished the hat trick to make the score 7-6. With the net empty, Stuart Poulin finished off his hat trick with just two seconds left to make the final Lumsden 8 Wynyard 6. Trevor Thiessen picked up the win in net for Lumsden and Adam Jordan was in net for Wynyard. Wynyard took seven minor penalties while Lumsden took eight and a misconduct.

Hockey Standings

Last Mountain Minor Hockey League

REPORT The first inductees to the new Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame were announced this month and the 1955-64 Semans Wheat Kings will be one of the teams inducted at the inaugural dinner/banquet on July 28 in Swift Current. The Wheat Kings of that era were led by the father of current HHL Commissioner Gord MacMurchy. Gordon Sr. was player/coach and led his teams to five provincial titles and six Last Mountain Hockey League championships. This was a wonderful era of hockey in Saskatchewan, both from standpoint of commitment and the level of play. Before the end of the year, I will talk with Jay Holmes and get some more information on team members from the era and learn more about the event. The Wheat Kings will be inducted along with the 1974 Regina Pats, 1985 Prince Albert Raiders, 1989 Swift Current Broncos and the 1982-83 University of Saskatchewan Huskies. Builders being inducted include: Gordon Juckes, Ed Chynoweth, Athol Murray, Doc Seaman, Bill Hunter and grass roots contributor Bill Ford.

Players being inducted include: Gordie Howe, Sid Abel, Glenn Hall, Johnny Bower, Fred Sasakamoose, Metro Prystai, Bryan Trottier, Max Bentley, Doug Bentley and Elmer Lach. Referee inductee is Dennis Pottage.

The Cupar Canucks hosted the Strasbourg Maroons for the first time this year on January 27 and lost 5-2 to the Maroons. The Ma-

Long Lake Hockey League Standings as of January 31, 2012 TEAM Davidson Drake Lanigan Watrous Nokomis Leroy

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Highway Hockey League Standings as of January 30, 2012 TEAM W Strasbourg 16 Cupar 9 Raymore 10 Avonlea 7 Wynyard 7 Southey 4 Bethune 6 Lumsden 4

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GOAL TENDING LEADERS NAME TEAM GA MP AVG Kelley Lueck Str 5 120 2.50 Warren Niekamp Cup 23 486 2.84 Jamie Wutke Cup 18 361 3.00 Nathan Fischl Ray 50 910 3.30 Tyler Kifferling Str 60 907 3.97 Justin Mrazek Avon 69 903 4.59 Ryan Senft Sou 81 1011 4.81 Ryan Seibel Beth 63 784 4.83 Adam Jordan Wyn 83 933 5.34 Trevor Thiessen Lum 44 480 5.51 Barry Herman H.H.L. Stats

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Lumsden had three power play goals and one shorthanded goal while Wynyard had two power play goals and two shorthanded goals The final two games of the weekend were in Bethune. On Saturday evening, the Bulldogs defeated the Wynyard Monarchs 5-4. The Bulldogs had seventeen minor penalties, one misconduct and a game misconduct while the Monarchs had nine minor penalties, a major and two game misconducts. The Bulldogs got power play goals from Brady Hubic and Ryan Donauer (game winner) and shorthanded goals from Lucas Ulmer and Lanny Flichel. There were nine shorthanded goals in four games this past weekend. Ryan Fishley scored the only even strength goal for the Bulldogs. Bethune never trailed in this game. Bryan Kauk and Mike Kesserling each had two goals for the Monarchs with each scoring one power play goal. Ryan Seibel picked up the win in net for Bethune while Adam Jordan was in net for the Monarchs. On Sunday afternoon, the Bulldogs were at home to the Southey. There were a lot of penalties in this game also...

Bethune had 16 minor penalties, one major penalty, one misconduct and one game misconduct.

Southey had 12 minor penalties, one misconduct and one game misconduct. Each team had four power play goals. This game was tied at 2 after two periods. Jacob Ulmer scored twice in the first period for Bethune and Curtis Markewich scored twice for the Marlins in the second period.

Power play goals by Travis Mohr and Dan Morin put the Marlins up 4-2 before Dustin McAngus scored twice and Lucas Ulmer

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STANDINGS TEAM Lanigan Raymore VicCo 1 Watrous 2 Humboldt Strasbourg ViCo 2 Watrous 1

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Some games have been moved and for the complete weekly schedule in the league please go to the Highway Hockey League website and follow the Upcoming games listed on the home page. There were three confirmed Provincial games last week, the first being Monday, when the Strasbourg Maroons were in Nokomis. On Sunday, Langenburg were in Wynyard for a 2:00 p.m. start and at 7:00 p.m., Southey were in Arcola.

In league play, the Wynyard Monarchs (7-9-1) were in Southey to play the Marlins (4-9-4) on January 31. On Wednesday evening, the Avonlea Arrows (7-7-1) and the Bethune Bulldogs (6-9-0) met in Bethune. Both teams had a three game win streak going into that game. There were two games on Friday evening. The Avonlea Arrows were in Lumsden to meet the Monarchs (4-9-2) and the Cupar Canucks (9-2-3) were in Bethune. The Canucks had lost their last two games. On Saturday evening, the Lumsden Monarchs travelled to Avonlea to play the Arrows for the second time in two nights, the Wynyard Monarchs were in Cupar to play the Canucks and the Bethune Bulldogs were in Strasbourg to play the first place Maroons (161-0). Please see an upcoming issue of Last Mountain Times for the results from these games, or check the website at www.highwayhockeyleague.ca There is plenty of hockey to get out and watch this week! Please get out to a game near you. The Highway Hockey League appreciates your support!

Gerry Tomkins HHL President

UPCOMING SPORTS EVENTS

Standings as of January 30, 2012

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scored on the power play to put the Bulldogs up 5-4. Just as they had on Friday evening, the Marlins scored late in the third period on the power play with a goal from Devin Hillier to put this game into overtime. Lucas Ulmer scored on the power play 2:39 into overtime to give the Bulldogs the 6-5 victory. Ulmer finished with two goals and two assists while Tyler Dobrescu finished the afternoon with four assists including the only assist on the winning goal. Ryan Seibel picked up the victory in net for the Bulldogs. Ryan Senft was in net for the Marlins. This was the ninth loss in a row for the Marlins, tenth if you include their first Provincial game. The Marlins however have taken their last three league games against Bethune, Raymore and Strasbourg to overtime.

Suspensions from last week include: Brady Heintz, Strasbourg Maroons versus Cupar Canucks, Friday, January 27 – 3 games SHA reference 3.07.02 (f) Rule 6.1 a) and Travis Holt, Bethune Bulldogs versus Southey Marlins, Sunday, January 29 – 1 game SHA reference 3.07.02 (i) Rule 6.7 a)i) Provincials continue... Lumsden lost to Bredenbury 4-2 on Sunday, January 29 and lost their series with the Cougars. The Avonlea Arrows lost to Bienfait 2-1 on January 29 and lost that series 2-0. Also on Sunday, January 29, the Strasbourg Maroons lost to Nokomis 4-3 in overtime in game one of their series. They also lost game 2 of their series the following Monday evening in Nokomis. The score was 5–3 for the Chiefs. On January 27, the Cupar Canucks lost to Balcarres 5-3 and lost their series 2-0.

W L T PTS 15 0 2 32 13 2 3 29 11 3 3 25 9 7 1 19 5 9 3 13 6 11 0 12 2 14 2 6 0 15 2 2 Barry Herman LMMHL Stats

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Nokomis Chiefs win first round of Provincials

The Nokomis Chiefs beat the Strasbourg Maroons on the evening of January 30 to win their first round of Provincials. The game was held at Nokomis Rec Centre and the score was 5-3. The Chiefs were in Strasbourg for game 1 the previous night, Sunday, January 29, where they won 4–3 in overtime. Above photos were taken by Dennis Simpson during game 2 in Nokomis on January 30.

Colts face expensive Manning dilemma Neck surgery kept Peyton Manning from throwing a single pass during the 2011 National Football League season for the Indianapolis Colts, but it may be a key clause in his contract that keeps him from throwing one in 2012.

Manning, 36 and a guaranteed Hall of Famer who might have three or four good years left, health permitting, has an important month coming up. If he is still on the Colts’ roster on March 8, he is due for a $28 million bonus.

Payable immediately.

On top of the $18 million per year he receives from a five-year contract he signed last July. Ownership says ‘ouch’; the Manning family counters with ‘yippee!’

Owner Jim Irsay saw his team suffer through a 2-14 season without Manning this past season, and could logically expect a similar re-

sult next year if Manning isn’t wearing his No. 18 Colts jersey when the club huddles up for real next September.

But if you owned a business and were due to pay a big chunk of dough to an employee whose health may prevent him from working for you next year, how eager are you going to be to write the cheque?

In April, Irsay’s team will likely draft Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck, a potential superstar, and the perfect scenario would be for Luck to study under Manning for a couple of years before the Colt great’s inevitable retirement a few years down the road.

So what do you do? Cast Manning free before March 8? Trade him (the Jets, reportedly, are salivating at the thought of having Manning in his twilight years)? Pay the $28 million and have him tutor Luck for two or three years, as Brett Favre did with

Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay? That worked out well, but Favre didn’t have a $28 million price tag hanging around his neck while he played out the string with the Packers.

My guess? Irsay will take a big gulp, pay the money to Manning on March 8, and pray nightly that his quarterback is healthy enough to pull double duty the next two years: Lead the Colts back into contention; and show Luck the NFL ropes so that the $28 million pays off in the next decade with a couple of Super Bowl titles.

• Janice Hough of leftcoastsportsbabe.com: “The St. Louis Rams have announced they will play a regular season game in London in each of the next three NFL seasons. And from across the pond come the cries “Hey mates, haven’t we suffered enough?”

• Hough again: Only 21 days until pitchers and catchers report. So, okay Cubs fans, time to order those “Count-

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• R.J. Currie of sportsdeke. com has a simple Q and A: “Q: What’s the difference between Aussie Open tennis players Li Na and Barbora Zahlavova Strycova? A: Most of the alphabet.”

• Comedy writer Jerry Perisho: ”The Stanley Cup champion Boston Bruins visited recently with President Obama at the White House, Monday.

There were so many teeth missing in the group photo it looked like an Arkansas Visits Favourite Son Bill Clinton Hoedown.”

• Comedy writer Jim Barach: “A bill in Florida would require sports teams to house homeless people in their stadiums. Not only would it take thousands of people off the street, it could be the only way the Marlins could ever claim a sellout.”

• R.J. Currie again: “A University of North Dakota hockey player suckerpunched a Minnesota Gopher in the handshake line. Gainer hasn’t been this upset since they invented Troy Westwood.”

• Another one from Currie: “An ESPN reporter suggested Terrell Owens could name his salary in the Canadian Football League. Sure. Just avoid ‘paltry’ or ‘inadequate’; they’re taken.”

• Norman Chad of WashingtonPost.com: “Marty Schottenheimer – fired by the Browns, Chiefs, Redskins and Chargers despite amassing the sixth-most wins in NFL history – interviewed for the coaching job in Tampa Bay. He hasn’t had enough? I’m no shrink, but I figure the guy must like getting fired.”

• Comedian Argus Hamilton, on British Open champ Darren Clarke’s love of partying: “National Geographic defines wine country as Napa Valley, the Loire region in France and wherever Darren Clarke is playing this week.”

• Steve Rushin of SI.com, via Twitter, with hockey salutations: “Happy 110th birthday to Frank Zamboni, who left us in 1988 but still resurfaces periodically.”

• Greg Cote of the Miami Herald: “LeBron James bar-

by Bruce Penton reled into the courtside seat of Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria, nearly knocking him backward. Time was, locals wouldn’t have cared. Now, there was a moment of panic as Marlins fans worried Loria might sustain an injury to his wallet.”

• Another one from Cote: “The Colorado Avalanche will auction off their camouflage jerseys in honour of the U.S. military. The Avs are unbeaten in their camouflage jerseys because opponents cannot see them.”

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Email: brucepenton2003@yahoo.ca Disclaimer: the opinions expressed are those of the writer

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Ladies Night raises over $13,000 On January 28, Duval hosted its second annual Ladies Night for Cancer with 165 ladies attending from many surrounding communities. It was a sea of pink as everyone got into the spirit and arrived in pink attire and some pretty amazing outfits.

The hall was beautifully decorated by Jennifer Josephson of Jewel of the Prairie Wedding and Event Consulting with white, black and pink decorations and very cute pink ‘soda’ centerpieces. Everyone received a unique pink ribbon at their place setting made by Pam Bender.

Emcee, Norm Phillips started the night with some startling facts about cancer statistics and how prevalent it is in our society today. He also talked about the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency and how the money raised will be spent.

Norm then introduced Pam Bender who stated the reason for the ladies night was to give back to the people who do so much for those having to go through cancer. She recalled how well her family was treated while her mother was going through treatments. She reminded all the women to enjoy the little things in life and not get too wrapped up in life and not forget to appreciate these things. She challenged the ladies to do five important things over the next year: call someone they haven’t talked to for a long time; spend time with a neighbour; spend a special night with your girlfriends and laugh until you cry; donate blood, as it takes five donations to help

one cancer patient, and finally; find that one special memory of someone and never let yourself forget it. It was a good reminder to take time for yourself and to treasure the people in your life for you never know what tomorrow will bring.

Many bidding wars went on over the 55 beautiful prizes on the Silent Auction tables that included diamond rings, art, jewellery, purses, pottery and many baskets of hair care products, lotions and goodies. Prizes were also given out for the best dressed (Tiffany McDougall) and a beautiful pink and white bouquet was given for the door prize which was won by Rhonda Walker of Nokomis.

Pam, Annette and Norm wanted to give recognition to some outstanding women in their communities. Carol Schultz and Maureen Fergusson were presented the ‘Duval Hills Extra Mile Awards’ for their passion in their work, their kindness, compassion and the many hours they

spend helping others in their communities. Both these ladies are wonderful individuals who make a difference to people’s lives every day and are true heroes to us all.

Every table sent up a representative to compete in the Minute to Win It games, with lots of laughs from the watching crowd! After a late lunch of pulled pork, buns and salads, a slide presentation was shown. The pictures shown were of people in our communities who are fighting cancer, fought and won against cancer and who we have lost to cancer.

Many tears were shed and it was a huge reminder of how close to home this disease is.

With the help of a lot of very generous people, this small town raised a whopping $13,393 for the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency! This amount is over double the amount that was raised last year! What a blessing and a true testament to the spirit of small towns!

-Pam Bender

Just a small example of the colourful evening attire featured at Duval Ladies Night.

Jenn Josephson designed and assembled the beautiful center pieces for all the tables. She was also in charge of the decorations for the hall. The center pieces were bid on at the end of the evening with all proceeds going to the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency.

Janice Herman (front) and Gloria Mohr from the Earl Grey area, have a look at some of the beautiful silent auction items up for bid.

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The problem of what to give Have you ever noticed love and relationship, then that people tend to give it’s most likely that she gifts that they would love would like to receive someto receive themselves? If thing similar. She’s sure you’re stumped on what to to be thrilled with a gouroffer your loved one ...try to remember what this year, try to remem- your loved one has given you ber what he for Valentine’s Day in recent or she has years; it could be a clue to given you for Valen- the sort of gift they themselves tine’s Day in would like to receive... recent years.

It’s a great way to start your met candlelight supper and romantic music to set the search for a suitable gift.

If the woman in your life mood, together with a tradihas given you thoughtful tional gift such chocolates, gifts that are symbolic of a dozen red roses, or a bottle of her favourite bubble bath. If your budget is tight, you could create a photo arrangement of the two of you or write a love letter – little touches that show her how much you love her. After all, isn’t that the point of this special day?

On the other hand, if the man in your life has given you practical gifts with no hint of romance, such as kitchen utensils or bath towels, maybe that is the type of gift he’d like to receive.

You might think he’d enjoy a gift certificate for a spa, but perhaps you’d be better off concentrating on his passions: electronic gadgets, sports items, woodworking tools, and the like. Your gift will encourage him in his interests and he will probably appreciate it as a loving gesture he can relate to.

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Try to remember what your loved one has given you for Valentine’s Day in recent years; it could be a clue to the sort of gift they themselves would like to receive.

A new feature at this second Duval Ladies Night for Cancer was the introduction of the ‘Duval Hills Extra Mile Awards.’ Carol Schultz and Maureen Ferguson were honoured for their commitment to the people in their communities. Pictured (left to right) Annette Phillips, Maureen Ferguson, Carol Schultz and Pam Bender.

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Safer Internet Day is a special day in the fight to raise public awareness about the dangers to be found on the Internet. For this year’s campaign, to be held on Tuesday February 7, the chosen theme is ‘Connecting Generations and Educating Each Other.’

Some ten years after the Internet began to commonly appear in Canadian homes, virtual activities have become part of daily life for many of us. Even though social networks and online multiplayer games are used mostly by the younger generations, there are a growing number of adults, retired people, and even grandparents who enjoy online activities. It is the older generation of Web browsers, however, who are the principal victims of computer piracy and identity theft these days.

Internet users must become more aware of the potential dangers involved in the virtual world, no matter what their age. They must understand that everyone can pass themselves off as someone else on the Internet and that many immoral people are computer experts.

For all of these reasons it is vital to learn how to protect your computer and yourself.

Learn to erect a firewall to

prevent unwanted intrusions and then install antivirus software and antispyware. But be careful!

These tools must be continually updated to be effective. If you’re not sure how to

take care of these things, ask an expert at a computer shop.

Make the most of Safer Internet Day by participating in a short workshop that will show you how to be more vigilant. Education and training are the only ways to fight abuse, and they will allow you to browse the Web and chat with strangers with more confidence.

Internet safety is for all ages of Internet users.