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Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Outstanding performances in Titanic play ‘Pilots of the Purple Twilight’

Page 4 Hodgins awarded Girl Guides Medal of Merit

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Girl Guides and farm animals at LMPH

Page 8 Nokomis musician releases book with band

Page 13 Mother’s Day articles

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In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the R.M.S. Titanic on the evening of April 14-15, 1912, Last Mountain Theatre Company presented ‘Pilots of the Purple Twilight’ to capacity audiences on May 4 and 5, with an extra performance on May 3 to accommodate patrons. Pictured above is a pivotal scene, following the announcement to passengers that the Titanic is indeed sinking.

First Officer Murdoch confronts Bruce Ismay, Chairman of the Board of the White Star Line, challenging him to take responsibility for his part in the chain of events that resulted in the disaster, and forcing each person present to face his or her own mortality. (L to R in background:) Pam Bender as Alice Fortune, Cliff Eisler as Charley Fortune, Juanita Theiss as Mary Canavan, Terry Leibel as Thomas Kilgannon, Lorne Gottselig as John Jacob Astor, Travis Edwards as Isidor Straus, Vicki Cornwell as Ida Straus, (foreground from left) Don Uhl as J. Bruce Ismay, Bill Schwandt as First Officer William Murdoch. Watch for more play coverage in a future issue.

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Sask Party plans labour Nokomis Grad Class of 2012 legislation rework The Government of Saskatchewan says it is proposing to modernize, simplify and amalgamate labour legislation as well as explore the creation of a Saskatchewan Employment Code.

The government says the intent of the review is to: restructure and re-organize the legislation so it is easier to use and understand; eliminate inconsistencies to reduce confusion; and clarify which legislation applies in particular situations. It says the areas to be considered are essential services legislation, union financial disclosure, notice requirements, collection of employees’ wages after business closure, variable hours of work, and indexation of the minimum wage.

Sask Party Labour minister Don Morgan says consultations will play a key role in the development of this new labour legislation.

However, the NDP Opposition has condemned the move as an attack on working people, and on human rights. “Our review of the discussion paper has shown us the Sask. Party government has taken its attack beyond organized labour

and is now attacking the basic rights of all working people,” said NDP leader John Nilson.

“This review could result in moves that would take Saskatchewan back nearly 100 years. From overtime pay, a 40-hour work week, vacation leave, and basic rights and safety in the workplace - everything you and your neighbours rely on at work is now in question.”

“This government’s record with writing labour legislation is atrocious,” said Nilson.

“The courts said their last effort - the Public Service Essential Services Act - violates the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The United Nations said it violates people’s human rights. We don’t trust them with more labour law revisions. The government’s package of leading questions which aim to amend, amalgamate or delete the labour laws is to be reviewed over a short period of 90 days. It took 100 years for Saskatchewan’s workers and governments to build the laws that provide for the decent treatment of working people. The rush to cancel these rights and protections is disturbing.”

The four Nokomis School Grade 12 Grads took a short break from their final exam studies last week to pose for a casual, school yard portrait. Thankfully, the weather co-operated and they didn’t get soaked in the process! See pages 14 and 15 for -LMT photo more information on this year’s graduating class at Nokomis School.

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editor’s desk Sometimes you just have to ask “why?”

There was a news release issued by the provincial government on April 25 that touted “ISC posts third-highest profit in its history in 2011”. As most readers will know ISC (Information Services Corporation) is the provincial Crown Corporation responsible for land

titles, vital statistics, survey, personal property and corporate registries, as well as related geographic information.

For us old-timers, it’s the Land Titles Office, with a few other duties tacked on.

From the news release: “Following a year of growth

letters to the editor Viterra sale: a good deal for farmers?

Dear Editor: Some politicians and shadow farm groups are doing everything but stand on their heads to claim the Viterra sale is a good thing!

Not many touch the issue whether it will be positive for farmers, except Gerry Ritz’s private lobby group, the Grain Growers of Canada. Their twisted logic implies that since overall grain handling will be roughly 30% for the remaining three larger players – this should be a good thing. Here in the real world where the rest of

us live and grow grain, the issue of where the elevators are located and their closest competitor is more relevant than the cumulative average of their grain handle! Who cares if one company only handles 30% if it has the only elevator within 100 miles!!

With this deal, many towns will now see competition disappear on the grain handle side. The grain industry had already reduced competition by re-dividing their facilities’ when Agricore United was purchased. Now another re-

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and transformational change, ISC posted a profit of $17.2 million in 2011, the third highest profit in ISC history. Progressive and positive changes took place at ISC during 2011, where the corporation took great strides to redefine and transform its business - all with a common goal to enhance service to customers,” Minister responsible for ISC Tim McMillan said.

Okay, sounds like they did a lot a work last year, and made a profit of $17.2 million.

My concern: from my way

dividing will occur with Viterra facilities.

Not one new competitor is coming into place. There is only the loss of one and the redistribution of Viterra facilities within companies who were already in the market! And there is nothing to say there will not be more purchases and ‘reallocating’ of facilities. This used to be called ‘collusion.’

With respect to fertilizer outlets, Agrium will have a virtual monopoly in many areas. Many other areas will lose competing sites and further amalgamation will occur.

It is ironic that the Conservatives were so steadfast in destroying the farmers’ single desk. But with their actions they have purposefully allowed the grain companies and fertilizer dealers to develop monopolies in local areas. So much for MARKET FREEDOM Gerry!

Eric Sagan Melville, SK

of thinking, ISC is a “service provider” …and with the services that it provides, it is a “monopoly” service provider, providing important and necessary services. But why does it have to make a profit … and a handsome one as well?

Could not these necessary services be provided at a near break-even cost? Should the government be making a profit from your legal requirement to use their services to register a mortgage, or change information on my land title? Should the government be making a

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Dear Editor: I’d like to submit this Letter to the Editor to let people in your community know about PlantWatch, a national volunteer program in which ‘citizen scientists’ record flowering times for selected plant species and report these dates to researchers. Our provincial coordinators are looking for people in your community to get involved in helping scientists discover how, and more importantly why, our natural environment is changing. I’d be happy to answer any questions you have about PlantWatch.

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Dear Editor: The Harper government is feeding the opposition every day with many unnecessary cuts to the civil service. Library and Archives Canada is just one example of where cuts will be harmful. All reasonable efforts are necessary to record Canadian history for future generations. Our history is the foundation upon which we build our future in this great country. The Harper government needs to get their own financial house in order before lining up dedicated and important public civil servants at the firing wall.

True, some trimming may be necessary, but be careful that it is not at our own peril and at the risk of failing all Canadians. First, cut the lavish and despicable spending habits of Harper’s cabinet, which angers working Canadians. After only one year with a majority, the Harper government seems incapable of governing without embarrassing Canadians on a weekly basis.

There must be something wrong when the NDP is now in a virtual

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Why be a PlantWatch volunteer? Plants, from the largest trees to the smallest flowers, provide people and wildlife with all kinds of benefits, from habitat to food to clean air and soil. By reporting on the PlantWatch species found in your community, you can help researchers discover how common plants are responding to changes in the environment — and track where changes are taking place in Canada.

What does a PlantWatch volunteer do? Choose a local tree or plant species to monitor. At the sign of first bloom, write down the date and submit to researchers through the Internet or by mail. When you send your data electronically, it’s added instantly to the national PlantWatch database describing bloom dates across Canada, so your observations make a difference right away! Choose

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of its profit (90 per cent) to the Crown Investments Corporation, which in turn pays a dividend to the provincial government. Plain and simple: it’s another tax on families and businesses in Saskatchewan.

It’s not often you see a government boasting about the amount of tax it is charging … let alone boasting “ISC raised its third highest amount of tax for the government in its history in 2011” but there it is.

You just have to read between the lines.

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profit from a family’s requirement to get a birth certificate for their new child?

The news release goes on: “ISC’s net income of $17.2 million in 2011 was an increase of $1.6 million over the $15.6 million reported in 2010. ISC has also committed to paying a $15.5 million dividend to Crown Investments Corporation (CIC), compared to $14.0 million in 2010.”

Ah hah! So, ISC isn’t using its huge profit to improve its infrastructure, or its services …it is handing over the bulk

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tie with the Harper Conservatives in recent polls. Stephen Harper seems to have lost control of his cabinet, MP’s, and government in less than a year. As a lifelong Conservative, I find this difficult to understand.

My dedicated and hard working liberal MP, Ralph Goodale is looking better everyday thanks in large part to Stephen Harper.

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provincial news briefs Royal visit dates announced The provincial government has announced that Their Royal Highnesses, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall will visit Regina on May 22 and 23 to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee with the people of Saskatchewan. “Throughout her reign, The Queen as well as The Royal Family have made a number of visits to our province and in doing so have forged a strong bond with the people of Saskatchewan adding to our own provincial identity, history and heritage,� Premier Wall said. “On behalf of our province, I would like to personally welcome Their Royal Highnesses to Saskatchewan, and would encourage all residents to help celebrate this unique occasion.�

While in Regina, The Royal Couple will participate in a

centennial celebration at the Saskatchewan Legislative Building and tour First Nations University. They will also attend a performance by the Regina Symphony Orchestra of which His Royal Highness is a Royal Patron.

with the Ministry of Environment for analysis, which will then be considered by the Saskatchewan Government’s Red Tape Reduction Committee. The online survey will close on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at 11:59 pm.

improvement based on better than expected crop production, high residential construction, and gains in wholesale and retail trade. It also suggests that strong population growth contributed to the overall rise.

Hunters and anglers to be surveyed Hunters and anglers are being surveyed in hopes of ďŹ nding ways to improve hunting and ďŹ shing regulations. The government survey will collect views from hunters and anglers from across Saskatchewan as well as stakeholders and out-ofprovince visitors.

Enterprise Saskatchewan is leading the province’s regulatory modernization process and will be co-ordinating this review. The feedback received through the survey will be forwarded to ofďŹ cials

2011 GDP growth highest in almost 15 years Saskatchewan’s economic growth in 2011 was its fastest in almost 15 years according to data released last week by Statistics Canada. Saskatchewan’s GDP grew by 4.8 per cent, second highest in the nation and the best performance since the starting year of this statistic in 1997. Alberta led economic growth in 2011 with an increase of 5.2 per cent.

According to the report, Canada’s GDP rose by 2.6 per cent in 2011. The report referenced Saskatchewan’s

Corporate income tax rebate on rental housing The Government of Saskatchewan has launched a new Corporate Income Tax Rebate that it claims will help add 10,000 new rental units to the province by the end of 2016. Funding for the new rebate is estimated at $34 million for the ďŹ rst ďŹ ve years of the program. This initiative is expected to increase the overall, purpose-built rental market by 29 per cent.

The new tax rebate effectively reduces the provincial Corporate Income Tax (CIT) rate on a corporation’s eli-

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Controversy surrounding ‘debt settlement services’ of Canada – and in light of concerns raised by leading ďŹ gures in Canada’s debt services industry - questions are being raised about what lawmakers in many parts of the country are doing to investigate and address debt settlement practices, also often referred to as processes involving “debt reduction,â€? “debt relief,â€? “debt negotiation,â€? or “consumer debt reliefâ€? in advertising sales pitches. “This is not to single out and deprecate the company for which Mr. Thicke acts as a spokesperson. It is simply

to say that debt settlement practices now being carried out throughout much of Canada have already been outlawed in the United States, and through new legislation they have been highly regulated - with certain practices banned outright - in Alberta and Manitoba,� a spokesperson said.

At issue are services that promise savings of up to 90 per cent on unsecured (principally credit card) debt of $10,000 or more. This translates to paying creditors as little as 10 cents per dollar owed, an unreasonable expectation in most consumer debt cases, according to many experts in the ďŹ eld.

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Over thirty enjoy Nokomis Seniors monthly birthday party On Friday, April 27, the Nokomis Seniors held their monthly birthday party with over 30 people in attendance.

Ida Landstrom, Doreen Riach and Ilene Harding (whose birthday was in March, but was away at the time) were the birthday girls. Mary and Friends entertained with some toe-tapping music and Vi Hemingway read a few jokes. Happy Birthday was sung with Lorna Mansell on the piano.

Birthday cake, ice cream, strawberries and refreshments were served to everyone present by the Landstrom sisters (Wendy Hemingway, Bonnie Bridges and Laverne Dauvin) whose

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BINGO at Nokomis Legion Hall on Monday, May 7.

Speedos at 7:00 p.m. Regular play at 7:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Sponsored by Nokomis Legion Branch #290.

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Be sure to bring your loonies for our annual CAKE WALK (begins at 2:30 p.m.) and also enter our raffles. Don’t forget to bring a friend! Sponsored by the Nokomis Health Centre Auxiliary.

25-26c Nokomis Town Wide Garage Sale is May 26, starting at 9:00 a.m. To book your garage sale, please phone Judy H. at 528-2285 or Judy M. at 528-4340 before May 23.

26-28c The Nokomis Agricultural Society Inc. is looking for volunteers to work in the food booths on fair day, Saturday, August 4. Please contact Dale Knouse at 5284402.

26-27c On April 26, Shirley Smith and Lylie Herman went to Young to participate in their winter games. Shuffleboard and cribbage were played by the 42

people in attendance. Shirley and Lylie played crib, but didn’t win any prizes. They sure had a good time, though!

Betty Graham is here from Hinton, AB, visiting her mother Marge Edwards and other relatives for awhile.

Calvin Harding accompanied Wayne Harding to Altona, MB, on business Wednesday and Thursday, April 25 and 26.

Here to help their mother Ida Landstrom celebrate her 97th birthday were Laverne Dauvin of Edmonton, AB, and Bonnie Bridges of Estevan, SK. They are also visiting Al and Wendy Hemingway and Dale Landstrom.

Welcome back to Claude and Ruth McNichol who returned to Nokomis this past Monday from Osoyoos, BC, where they make their winter home.

Dave and Judy McLaren went to Moose Jaw for a couple of days to visit with Judy’s sister and Dave’s sister.

Bruce Masur of Whitby, ON, was home visiting his parents Lloyd and Judy Masur for a few days.

Kevin Kuntz of Edmonton, AB, was home visiting his family the weekend of April 28.

Adam Kuntz and Kendall Atkins were engaged on April 29.

They are planning their wedding for June at Bragg Creek, AB. A few members of the congregation from the Nokomis United Church went up to Lanigan to join them for a joint service. Rev. Linsell Hurd was away, so they had ‘The Good News Ensemble’ Lorne Reinheimer Group conduct the service. Lunch was provided afterwards.

Celebrating their birthday this month were: (left to right) Doreen Riach, Ida Landstrom and Ilene Harding.

mother turned 97 the day before the party. Young and older, everyone enjoyed themselves.

-article and photos submitted by Lylie Herman

Ida Landstrom, who celebrated her 97th birthday at the Welcome Inn, was happy to pose for a picture with her three daughters: (standing, left to right) Wendy Hemingway, Bonnie Bridges and Laverne Dauvin.

Earle Mansell had a great time celebrating with the birthday girls.

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The birthday party drew a large crowd of 30+ people. They all enjoyed visiting, musical entertainment, as well as the delicious cake and coffee.

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New $20 polymer bank note The Governor of the Bank of Canada, Mark Carney, unveiled Canada’s new $20 polymer bank note on Wednesday, May 2.

The $20 bank note is the most circulated denomination in Canada. The new $20 polymer note pays tribute to the contributions and sacrifices of Canadian men and women in all military conflicts, and features an updated portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II on the front, and the Canadian National Vimy Memorial on the back.

The Bank of Canada issued the $100 polymer bills in No-

vember 2011, followed by the $50 polymer note in March 2012.

The $20 note will be issued later this year and the remaining bank notes in the series will be issued by the end of 2013.

New life (Spring)

WEEK OF MAY 6 TO MAY 12, 2012 LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: ARIES, TAURUS & GEMINI ARIES You experience a resounding success at work, allowing you to aspire to more interesting responsibilities which will transform your daily life.

TAURUS Don’t be surprised if some friends invite you to go on a trip or plan a vacation with them. This will be a wonderful moment in your life that you will remember for a long time to come.

GEMINI You could decide to make some profound changes in your lifestyle. You will be able to give up some bad habits and lead a much healthier life.

CANCER You will conclude an agreement quite easily, whether in your professional or personal life. You are likely to win any type of legal case at the moment.

LEO It wouldn’t be surprising if you have to put in a lot of overtime. This will be well-paid and could lead to possibilities of promotion.

SCORPIO You are the type of person who expresses out loud what others may only think. Even if you ruffle a few people’s feelings, you’ll still get a lot of support.

SAGITTARIUS If you’re waiting for an answer concerning the financing of a project, such as the purchase of a house, you will get an extremely favourable reply after a few adjustments.

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LIBRA You want to spend some time alone when at home. Perhaps you will be tempted by a thorough spring cleaning and even a new, more inspiring décor.

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VIRGO Your feelings will deepen if you are with a new lover. Your partner will make efforts to turn your relationship into a beautiful romance.

We have just come through the journey of Lent and the celebration of Easter. The journey that Jesus showed us signs of new life – in his life, in his death, and in his resurrection.

As we look around we see new life, resurrections are everywhere. Hope is within us, expectations are high, and faith abounds. We see lives being transformed, fear replaced with confidence, and new possibilities taking shape.

In the springtime, we are reminded of God’s creative powers. In the new growth we see the promise of Easter. As farmers at this time of spring we see new life, baby calves running around, the grass beginning to green, the buds on the trees.

The robins singing in the trees and scratching the earth looking for worms. The honk of the geese as they look for a safe nesting spot to begin new life again. As you go by the farms, you see farmers getting their equipment ready to once again plant the seed, to bring new life to the earth.

God is all around us, God has broke through the winter cold to touch us with the warmth

and light and love. The signs of spring reminds us of the very presences of God through every season and in all of our lives. May our hearts and souls be stirred to respond to that call of love with the same new life we see happening around us.

In all of this we see the hand of God. We feel God’s presence deep within our very self. We are never alone, God is with us always. We are Easter people!

Christ is risen indeed! Hallelujah!

Mary Anne Grand Layperson Raymore United Church

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Kill Your Community If you wanted to kill your community, how would you do it? Do you need rioters in the streets and police-enforced curfews? Not even close. You only need these 13 easy ways that anyone can participate in to destroy communities of any size and shape. A community’s success or failure depends on the initiative that comes from within the community itself. In the non-fiction book 13 Ways to Kill Your Community, Doug Griffiths and Kelly Clemmer outline 13 ways that communities sabotage themselves, often without knowing it. After you’ve learned this information, as a community, as an individual, go out and fight against killing your community and help it have a positive future. Watch this space in Last Mountain Times for the next 8 weeks, as we reveal another “way” each week.

#6: Don’t Paint Slow and painful destruction can be summed up in two words: “don’t paint.” It also includes not sweeping, dusting, planting flowers or anything that makes a community attractive. People will say that success coming from appearance is like judging a book by its cover, but don’t you? A community’s appearance is the most telling sign of its own pride, it’s the clearest indication of faith in itself and it is the clearest outward sign of its future. Keep it unpainted and run-down and you’re on your way to destroying your community.

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CAPRICORN This is a week when you will have a lot of things to do with little time to rest. Fortunately, you’re brimming with energy and know how to relax and let go.

Nokomis School has been given the “green light” to continue being the core of our community, so now is the time to get on board and make our Bridge Road Development project a reality.

AQUARIUS You find yourself thinking about welcoming a new family member into your home. There will be lots of adjustments to make if it concerns a new baby or elderly parents who now have need of you.

Having this housing development in Nokomis will help to ensure that school reviews will be a thing of the past!!

We need YOUR commitment NOW as a renter and/or investor to move this project forward!

PISCES Expect to have a busy social life. In fact, it wouldn’t be surprising if you give a lot of your time, depending on the situation, to a friend in need of help.

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Annual Govan Spring Craft & Trade show held

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The annual Govan Spring Craft & Trade Show was held in the Govan Gym on Saturday, April 28. Although it was a cloudy, rainy day, that didn’t keep the exhibitors, visitors and shoppers away.

Psychology for Living When kids want to quit children develop their skills in some extracurricular areas.

It is important to recognize that when a child wants to quit an activity, it may not be because of the activity itself.

Perhaps there is not a good fit with the teacher, coach or teammates. It may also be because the child feels his or her performance is poor. The first step should be to find out specifically what the child does not like, and what it would take for the activity to be more pleasant. Sometimes it might mean finding a new teacher or a new team to play on. In swimming, it might mean staying back one level, even though the child has completed it, in order to develop more confidence in the water. Sometimes a few private lessons, one-on-one makes a big difference.

Happy Birthday LORI !!

XOXO, Your Family

Management Position Govan Housing Authority A contract manager is required for the management of the Govan Housing Authority. The successful candidate will report to the board of directors and be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the housing authority.

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As details of Conservative budget cuts keep dribbling out, Saskatchewan is emerging as a significant loser, says Wascana Liberal Member of Parliament Ralph Goodale. “There’s no one in the Harper government that champions Saskatchewan’s interests,” Goodale said. “So this province gets short-changed – the Conservatives repeatedly take Saskatchewan for granted.”

In addition to agricultural cuts that take jobs and services away from Saskatchewan related to PFRA, the Indian Head tree farm, community pastures and food inspection, and Industry Canada cuts that take internet services away from remote communities and low-income people, Goodale also highlighted losses affecting Citizenship & Immigration and International Trade. In both departments, services and personnel are being removed from Saskatchewan and consolidated in Calgary.

“Immigration into Saskatchewan is growing – and it needs to grow even more – so this province and community-based settlement agencies need more, not less, access to the services of the federal department,” Goodale said. “And as for International Trade, Saskatchewan is Canada’s most trade-intensive province. We succeed or fail based on how well we export. You can’t properly service the needs of our hundreds of small-business exporters or our major expositions like Agribition and the Farm Progress Show by remote control from Calgary.”

The former Liberal Finance Minister noted Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney’s constant admonition about the need for more aggressive trade diversification. Having trade offices and officers deployed in cities like Regina and Saskatoon was intended to help local enterprises learn how to enter and succeed in the international marketplace, and deepen Canada’s export performance. “Making access to the federal trade commissioner service more remote and less personal is not going to advance Saskatchewan’s best interests – it’s an insult to our potential,” Goodale added.

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The Place: Duval Community Hall The Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012 The Time: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

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The lunch area attracted a lot of local folks for lunch and free coffee. The lunch concession for the event was operated by volunteers, with proceeds going to the Govan First Responders.

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If a child is telling you he or she is not happy, it is important to listen, take the comments seriously, and be sympathetic.

See if together you can come up with a solution. Sometimes, just knowing that you understand makes it easier for them to continue. It is also important for them to know that you will not force them to continue if it is truly upsetting.

My first two children took piano lessons, and once they got a little older, started saying they wanted to quit. It was a struggle to get them to practice. I resisted, and continued to urge them to do one more year, and then one more year. Ultimately they quit, and neither has had the desire to return to it. My youngest also took piano. When she started talking about quitting, I really listened to her. I told her that I wanted her to finish the year, and if she still felt the same way in June, she could quit then. This happened a couple of years in a row. Knowing, in June, that the choice was completely hers as to whether or not to register for the next year, she made the choice to try one more year. She has now been playing for twelve years, and picked up two new instruments as well. Extra curricular activities should be a source of enjoyment for the child, and not simply a source of pride for the parents. Remember, childhood should be fun.

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Parents sometimes ask me about the wisdom of having a child continue taking lessons if there is a lot of resistance. This is a hard one to call. Whether it is piano, swimming or hockey, there may be a time right at the beginning when the child does not want to go. This may also happen a few years later, when things are becoming more challenging.

The way the resistance is handled is crucial to the final outcome. If a child is forced to do something that is extremely uncomfortable for them, they will come to hate the activity.

Everything should be negotiable, except, in my opinion, swimming. The ability to swim could be a life or death matter at some point in the child’s life.

Sports, music or dance will not be. Still, we like to see our

The exhibitors, both local and regional, included: Ageless Vitality – Della Luce; Cathy’s Place – handmade jewelry, baking and more; Decker’s Crafts – Keith Decker; Epicure – Nettie Pearce; Fifth Avenue Jewelry – Cynthia Willms; Girl Guides – Cookies; JBH Designs – Chantelle Letourneau; Jockey Person to

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You are invited to our Mother’s Day Tea and Bake Sale on Saturday, May 12 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Nokomis Centennial Hall.

Be sure to bring your loonies for our annual CAKE WALK (begins at 2:30 p.m.) and also enter our raffles. Don’t forget to bring a friend! Sponsored by the Nokomis Health Centre Auxiliary.

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Farmers Market, Saturday, May 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Wildlife Hall.

Phone Roberta Bender 7254570 to book tables. Lunch served by Last Mountain Pioneer Home Auxiliary. 25-26p Strasbourg EMS 1st Annual Stretcher Push, Saturday, June 2. Barbecue – 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Strasbourg Rec Centre. Stretcher Push – 11:30 a.m. Proceeds from Stretcher Push will be going to Canadian SADS Foundation. Proceeds from Barbecue to JET Fund. Pick up registration and pledge sheets from Strasbourg RBC, Strasbourg Health Centre, William Derby School or email strasbourgems@sasktel.net. Register before May 10 and receive a free t-shirt.

Lots of prizes to be won, raf-

fles and come meet Terry the Traumasaurus. Coloring and face painting for kids. Person who raises the most money will win a composite Edmonton Oilers mini hockey stick signed by Nick Schultz. Come out, have some fun and support a great cause!

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Angela’s Dance Academy results from Onstage Dance Competition Angela’s Dance Academy (ADA) attended the Onstage Dance Competition at the Humboldt Uniplex April 18-22. This five day competition boasted 1,150 of the most talented dancers across the province. Angela’s dancers had a strong showing – the extra Easter rehearsals were worth it!

Group Awards: Gold, The Heartbeat of New York, Production-Open; Gold, Stupid Cupid, Tap Small 5-6; Gold, Polka Dots, Tap Small 7-8; Gold, Dad You’re my Hero, Character Ballet Small 5-6; Gold, In This Moment, Lyrical Small 9-10; Silver, We are Family, Jazz Small 11-12; Silver, Geisha Girls, Tap Small 9-10; Silver, Runaway Baby, Tap Small 13-14; Silver, Footloose, Tap Small 15-16; Silver, Blessings, Classical Ballet Large 9-10; Silver, Moth’s Wings, Lyrical Small 15-16; Silver, Reach for the Stars, Jazz Small 7-8; Silver, Saturday Night, Jazz

Small 5-6; Bronze, Black Swan, Classical Ballet Small 15-16; Bronze, Funhouse, Jazz Large 9-10.

Individual and Speciality Awards: Silver, Julia Edwards and Austin Mayor, Lyrical Duo 15-16; Bronze, Alyson Edwards, Jazz Solo 11-12; Bronze, Julia Edwards and Austin Mayor, Jazz Duo 15-16; Adajio Award, Julia Edwards and Austin Mayor; Stage Presence Award, Tara Cardiff; Love Of Dance Award, Alyson Edwards; Great Duo Award, Grace Edwards and Blake Cassell.

Distinction Awards: Julia Edwards and Austin Mayor, 92%, Jazz Duo; Reach For The Stars, 90%.

Scholarships: The Heartbeat Of New York (Production), $200.00; Julia Edwards, OIP Toronto Summer Intensive.

-article and photos submitted by Angela Mayor

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Larry Doetzel wins 12 Week Challenge

‘Runaway Baby’ Tap Group: (L-R) Avery Schulz, Cally Erhardt, Jayce Frizzell, Jennifer Kostal, Laura Edwards and Brayden Kostal.

‘Reach For The Stars’ – Mark Of Distinction Winners: (front, L-R) Jessica Armstrong, Brooklyn Hilderman; (back, L-R) Grace Edwards, Thea Weeks, Austin Mayor (assistant teacher), Blake Cassell and Kelsey Sorensen.

‘Black Swan’ Senior Ballet stretching before performance.

The Strasbourg Recreation Board made the draw on Saturday, April 28 for the 12 Week Challenge. This year’s lucky ‘fit’ winner was Larry Doetzel. On behalf of the Rec Board, chairperson Carol Schultz, presents Larry with a cheque for $700.00. This challenge started 12 weeks ago and entries were accumulated on how many physical activities you did during each week. The other half of the entry money is donated to Strasbourg KidSport. “It was great to have all the participants again this year, being active!” Schultz said.

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Jo Ann Scott Hodgins awarded Girl Guides Medal of Merit

LMVBA offers two scholarships The Last Mountain Valley Business Association (LMVBA) voted at its May 2 meeting to make an additional $500 Scholarship available to eligible high school grads in the Last Mountain area. Previously, only one $500 Scholarship was available.

In order to qualify for consideration for one of the LMVBA scholarships, students graduating from William Derby School in Strasbourg, or Nokomis School in Nokomis, must submit a letter of application, including information about their volunteerism, extra-curricular activities and/or employment in the area; their career aspirations; their scholastic standing; and their educational expenses budget plan. Short-listed applicants

will be interviewed, with the interview also forming part of the evaluation process. Qualifying applicants must be enrolled in a technical program, or university program, and awardees will have 18 months in which to use the scholarship. More information can be obtained from Jan at Every Little Thing in Strasbourg, and letters of application can be sent to LMVBA Scholarship, c/o P.O. Box 10, Strasbourg, SK. S0G 4V0.

The LMVBA meeting also received a report from the promotional banner committee, noting that the Royal Hotel in Strasbourg has requested the second-last in stock banner. The meeting agreed to order an additional 6 banners in order to meet expected spring and summer requests.

Olympic wheelchair athlete Donna Schackelton visits WDS William Derby School hosted guest speaker, Olympic wheelchair athlete, Donna

Schackelton on Friday, April 27. Donna, from Ottawa, ON, is the aunt of WDS teacher

Left to right: Jo Ann Scott Hodgins; Charlene McLean, Provincial Commissioner of Saskatchewan; and Betty Slater, Deputy Chief Commissioner of Girl Guides of Canada – Guides du Canada, who presented Jo Ann with her award.

Girl Guides of Canada Provincial Council has awarded Jo Ann Scott Hodgins of Duval, the Medal of Merit for her exceptional service. This award was presented by the Deputy Chief Commissioner of Girl Guides of Canada, Betty Slater, on Saturday, April 21 at Meunster, SK at the Saskatchewan Provincial Council Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet. This was held in conjunction with the Provincial and District Commissioners Forum.

Jo Ann Scott Hodgins has been a member of Girl Guides of Canada for 19 years starting as a leader when her daughter Stephanie joined Guiding. She has held the position as chairwoman of Provincial Public Relations since 2007. In this position she has attended many meetings, along with provincial council and was in-

Jo Ann Scott Hodgins, recipient of the Girl Guides of Canada Medal of Merit.

vited to attend National meetings as well. She has implemented new ideas and given countless hours to the girls and leaders in Guiding. Currently Jo Ann is a caring and devoted Guider for Brownies in Strasbourg. Jo Ann portrays a positive image in Guiding showing parents that even though there are small numbers, great things happen in the lives of the young girls in their community.

She continues to grow in her leadership skills as a member of Girl Guides of Canada and has completed a wide variety of training throughout the years, to assist her to be a better leader. She has received the Long Service, Gold Thanks and Gold Merit awards. As a Public Relations Adviser, she worked on the former Carlton Trail Area Council. With other leaders, she helps plan local events such as camps and sleepovers.

Jo Ann resides at Duval with her husband Dennis, where she has even purchased a second house to keep her Guiding ‘stuff.’ They have three grown children, a daughter and two sons. Jo Ann’s husband is very supportive of her Guiding and helps in various ways. She is very involved in her community and church.

Her very positive comments about Guiding, make her a great ambassador for the organization and very worthy of this prestigious award.

Olympic wheelchair athlete Donna Schackelton with niece and WDS teacher, Alicia Becker.

Miss Alicia Becker and was here for the weekend to attend Alicia’s wedding the following day.

Donna, along with her husband Bill, gave a video presentation on her challenging life journey. She spoke of growing up in Windsor, ON and at the age of 12, contracted a virus which affected her spine and left her almost paralysed from the waste down. She spent three months in hospital and then started the long journey of physiotherapy for many years. She told of the various challenges using a wheelchair, including, having to attend a different high school than her friends, because it was wheelchair accessible.

As a young girl Donna had a fascination with learning the French language (partly because she was a real Montreal Canadien fan!) and also to live

in the city of Ottawa. She told of her pathway making these dreams a reality.

While working in Prince Edward Island for the federal government, she was introduced to wheelchair basketball. Through her hard work she made the Women’s National team in that sport. In 1988 she was a member of the women’s wheelchair basketball team who played in the Paralympics in Seoul, Korea.

She also played on the World Cup team in 1990 in Holland and where they won a bronze medal.

Donna stressed that when she became disabled, it opened up other opportunities and experiences in life, including travelling throughout our country and the world.

Her positive attitude is a wonderful example for all of us to follow.

Rebecca did it!

LMPH residents enjoy animals On April 17, 2012, Rebecca Shewchuk Bryksa did her third event for leadership requirements to finish the Canada Cord. She has now finished all of her other requirements in the 17 modules needed. Each module had four to eight items that she needed to learn or do to finish them. I hope to have Rebecca receive her Canada Cord in October along with other girls from the province.

Rebecca asked her unit and their leaders to help her show baby lambs and baby chickens to the seniors at the Last Mountain Pioneer Home in Strasbourg. We were lucky to have some parents and siblings attend. The animals were brought in by me, her Pathfinder leader, from my farm. It was wonderful to see many happy faces! I do not know who had the most fun, the kids, the seniors, or the adults!

The staff at the Home were a big help taking the animals to some residents who could not leave their rooms to see them.

It was hard to leave the Home, but our time was up and we all had to go home. The animals needed to get back to their mothers. We had our closing on the grass outside the home. I gave Rebecca a green word bracelet to honor her time in Pathfinders and the wonderful and amazing things she did.

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Catie Wilkie (front, kneeling) pets the lamb as Hazel Schwandt enjoys holding one of them on her lap. Young Sydney Angell (behind) is excited about showing the chick to Pathfinder Vanessa Pratchler. The lambs and chicks are from the Pratchler farm.

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Gardening class at Strasbourg Library Strasbourg’s Parkland Library hosted a plant class on Tuesday, May 1. Guest speaker was Carol Eastman from Willow Bend Gardens in Bulyea.

Carol spoke on gardeners getting closer to organic gardening. Various products were displayed and discussed, for use as alternatives to heavy chemicals in your yard. She answered questions on weed and pest control and which of these products worked best.

Various types of potting soils were discussed, and the ones that will work best for containers. Carol assembled a beautiful plant arrangement in a pot, going through the various steps. Glenda Fox was the lucky winner who went home with the arrangement! New varieties of flowering plants were mentioned as well as locations for specific annuals and perennials.

To end the session Carol answered a wide variety of questions from the 33 people in attendance. Joyce Wagner won the gift certificate for Willow Bend Gardens. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the evening and while they had some refreshments, continued to discuss the gardening season, just around the corner!

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BULYEA SCHOOL NEWS Bulyea School now home to Automated External Defibrillator!

On Wednesday, May 2nd, Bill Slough, Colin McLeod (Bulyea Rustlers) and Marjorie Mohr (Owner/operator of Strasbourg EMS) presented Bulyea School principal Keith Hassman with an AED machine. The machine was donated to Bulyea School by the Bulyea Rustlers Fastball team and was made possible through money raised at their Sports Auction, held the evening of March 31st. Bulyea School is very gracious for the generosity and hard work shown by this fine group of individuals.

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Carol Eastman from Willow Bend Gardens displays the planter assembled at the library.

Arden Gillich assisted by filling the planter with soil.

Circus Terrifico was terrific!

On Friday, April 27th students and staff traveled to Regina to explore the Science Centre. The students were treated to many fascinating demonstrations showing different ways to have fun with Science! The Imax 3D presentation about the “Arctic” was very informative. Following the lives of a polar bear family showed us that we are having a negative impact on how they live. The movie also showed us that we need to reduce our carbon footprint at home as well as at school. The future of the Arctic depends on us! The trip was made possible due to parent volunteer drivers and Bulyea School SCC’s sponsoring of the event.

Bulyea School is holding a Kindergarten Orientation at the beginning of June.

Phone the school at 725-4872 for more information.

William Derby School hosted the production Circus Terrifico on Wednesday, May 2.

Students of WDS and Bulyea Schools, as well as Strasbourg and Govan Playschools, Tiny Tots Day Care, some of the residents of Last Mountain Pioneer Home and the general public, were entertained by this dance theatre group Motus 0. The performance, funded by organizations in the area, was fantastic and had everyone laughing throughout. WDS teachers Julie Kent and Tammy Miller helped organize the event.

Another wonderful arts and culture event for students in the area!

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Agriculture news & views Wheat Growers seek review of grain freight rates The Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association is seeking a review of the railway revenue cap that is used to determine freight rates on the shipment of western grain.

The Wheat Growers are seeking the review in the wake of last week’s announcement by the Canadian Transportation Agency that the revenue cap will increase by 9.5% in the upcoming crop year, starting August 1, 2012. The 9.5% increase includes an adjustment for increased pension costs (4.6%), a cost of capital adjustment (3.3%) and an inflation component (1.6%).

“This represents a significant jump in freight rates,” says Kevin Bender, President of the Wheat Growers. “The government needs to review the components of the revenue cap and come up with a better approach to ensure farmers are not hit with unwarranted freight increases.”

The Wheat Growers note the duopoly in the western rail industry allows the two major railways to pass along cost increases to shippers without the usual discipline characterized by competitive markets. Instead of adjusting the revenue cap to simply reflect railway cost increases, the Wheat Growers maintain the cap should be adjusted to reflect costs that would otherwise exist if competitive market forces were at play.

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The Wheat Growers note the revenue cap is based on a 1992 costing review, with annual inflation adjustments.

One glaring deficiency in the rate-setting process is that the revenue cap is adjusted automatically to take into account increases in railway costs (mainly labour, fuel and materials), but no adjustment is made for productivity gains. Over the past two decades, the railways have made significant productivity gains through an increase in the length of trains, increased railcar capacity, and investment in more fuel-efficient locomotives.

“We applaud the railways for making these investments,” says Bender. “These investments lower the pertonne cost of shipping goods.

The railways should certainly profit from these productivity gains, however there needs to be a mechanism to ensure a portion of these gains are passed on to farmers through lower freight rates.”

The Wheat Growers sent a letter to the Federal Transport Minister, calling for a review of the cost components of the revenue cap and to ensure a mechanism is introduced to ensure a portion of railway productivity gains are passed on to farmers.

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Agriculture news & views What seeding rates are you using this year?

AgNotes

by Calvin Daniels

Farmers are going to face an unsettled fall in terms of marketing their grain. Regardless of the side of the age-old debate of whether the Canadian Wheat Board single desk selling system, or complete marketing is best for Prairie wheat, durum and export barley, you have to be looking at the arrival of August with some trepidation. The good prices which started a couple of years ago appear to be holding and that may well buffer the problems which may still pop up in what is a rushed transition facilitated by federal government arrogance. The courts have proven to be fickle at times, so we’ll leave them as the joker in the deck.

What we do know if the legislation holds, is the CWB is going to be out there competing for farmer grain, but the tightness of the transition is putting pressure on the Board to ink deals with the various elevator companies to handle their grain. It is interesting the big multinational Cargill was one of the first to ink with the CWB. It is likely every elevator company will come on board, after

all it is business to handle grain, but that doesn’t mean a contract will come easily.

The process of getting those deals done is muddied a bit by the fact Viterra, one of the biggest grain handlers on the Prairies is being targeted for a takeover by Glencore. That takeover bid is likely a bigger priority in Viterra offices than a deal to handle CWB grain this fall.

The deadline being August 1 certainly puts pressure on things to fall into place rather quickly in terms of what will be million dollar deals over time.

Muddying the waters of a grain system which is walking into a new world in terms of marketing wheat, durum and export barley is the rail system. There is a growing fear out there regardless of whether it’s the CWB or a number of independent sellers at work that the rail system is losing interest in handling grain.

Certainly the ever expanding potash sector will compete with grain, and with a product of generally higher value with a regular marketing schedule. As a rail line company in a country with only a mirage of competition, is not really in a position where they need to fight for business. The country is

pretty divvied up between CP and CN. Beyond that, potash is a commodity which rolls out of the mines every day, pretty much 365 and has to get to port position by rail. With mines expanding significantly in the last few years that means more potash rail companies need to move.

And, there are new mines on the horizon, adding to that trend. When it comes to investing in rolling stock in the past the rail companies have shown little interest in investing in new grain cars, and it is likely future rolling stock will be geared to potash, not wheat. The situation is one multiple shippers may find a challenge to deal with, whereas a single-seller had a bit more clout based on value.

So as farmers wait for spring to settle so they can plant the 2012 crop, marketing that crop also has to be something that they are putting more thought into than in the last half century.

Calvin Daniels is a Yorkton-based ag columnist and writer.

Disclaimer: the opinions expressed are those of the writer.

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Gone are the days of seeding by a set rate such as a bushel and peck across all the fields. Instead we should be seeding based on a target plant population or plant density. In other words, we should be seeding at a rate that gives us a desired plant density based on what researchers have shown to be the optimum for the crop. With the cost of seed, we need to make sure that we are getting the best value for our dollar in terms of seed quality and also ensure that seed gets off to a good start. Plant populations set the stage for the yield potential of the crop. By cutting seeding rates, not knowing how many seeds are going in the ground, or not targeting plant populations we are running the risk of the crop population being too low and thereby limiting its yield potential before it even gets out of the ground.

Optimum plant density ensures good competitiveness and maximum yield potential. Plant populations have been well researched for the majority of our crops and can be found in Table 1. These are suggested target plant populations under average conditions. Rates can be adjusted higher or lower depending on the conditions in the field, date of seeding, weed pressure, seed placed fertilizer, and other pressures that may affect emergence or plant stand. Experience with this crop in your operation also allows seeding rates to be adjusted accordingly. You know what works on your farm.

In order to calculate seeding rates based on plant populations we need to know the thousand kernel weight (TKW), germination, and expected seedling survival rate. TKW and germination can be obtained with a seed test or measured at home. Expected seedling survival is more difficult but there are some guidelines available. Seedling survival is typically five to 20 per cent less than the germination rate. Under ideal conditions the seedling survival is better than under adverse conditions. Adjust the seedling survival based on soil conditions such as moisture and temperature, seed quality, amount of seed placed fertilizer, and seeding date. For cereals typical values of 80 to 90 per cent are used when germination is above 90 per cent and conditions are good. For canola, survival is much lower and ranges 40 to 60 per cent under average conditions in most regions with 50 per cent being average. For pulses survival rates of 80 to 95 per cent have been used depending on conditions.

Now that we have target plant populations, TKW, and expected seeding survival rates, we can calculate seeding rate. The following formula is the standard used: Seeding rate (kg/ha) = target plant population/m2 x TKW in grams ÷ expected seeding survival For example, peas with a germination of 95 per cent and TKW of 250 grams would require a seeding rate of 244 kg/ha to target a seedling density of 88 plants per meter square ( 244 kg/ha = (88 x 250)/90).

Seed size plays a major role when calculating seeding rates to target plant populations. With larger seeds the seeding rate will be higher than with smaller seeds. Canola with TKW of three grams would require a seeding rate of six kg/ha while a seed size of four grams would require eight kg/ha to target equal plant densities of 100 per square meter. Knowing your seed size is important to ensure your seeding rate will give you a desired plant stand.

Table 1. Target plant population and thousand kernel weight (TKW) in grams for various crops.

Crop Target Plant Population (per square meter) TKW (grams) Wheat – hard red spring 250 31 – 38 Wheat – CPS 250 39 – 50 Durum 210 – 250 41 – 45 Wheat – SWS 210 – 250 34 – 36 Barley – 2 row 210 – 250 40 – 50 Barley – 6 row 210 – 250 30 – 45 Oat 215 – 320 30 – 45 Triticale – spring 310 42 – 48 Canola 100 2 – 3 (Brassica rapa) 2.5 – 5.5 (Brassica napus) Flax 300 – 400 5 – 6.5 Pea 85 125-300 Fababean 45 350-425 Lentil 105 - 147 30 – 80 Chickpea 44 Although we can do our best to target a certain plant population, there are many factors that can impact the actual population. Seedbed conditions, moisture, temperature and soil texture play a role and are often out of our control. Factors under our control that can impact establishment include: seeding depth, amount of seed placed fertilizer, and whether or not we use a seed treatment. Insects and disease can negatively affect establishment. Frost is a big player and one that we definitely cannot do anything about. All these factors can influence establishment therefore, it is important that the amount of seed we put in the ground is sufficient to meet target plant populations so that the crop yield potential is not limited before it really gets going.

For more information on this or other crop related topics, please contact your local Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture Regional Office or call the Agriculture Knowledge Centre at 1-866-457-2377.

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Story of a prairie icon brought to life in kid’s book

The cover of The Purple Bus. If you travelled the highways of Manitoba, Saskatchewan or Alberta between 1995 and 2008, there is a good chance that you have witnessed what is most popularly known as The Purple Bus. The purple bus with the large yellow sunglasses was the means of transportation for the band called Men Without Shame, a glammed up classic rock group with a

show that encompasses the style and shiny excess of the 70’s rock scene... complete with sparkling platform boots with 6” heels, bell bottoms and “a cowbell, because it’s just not a rock band without a cowbell” according to the book written by the band’s bass player Irv Fines.

The story, with actual photos, follows the bus from its humble beginnings as a

school bus in Ontario to its journey to Saskatchewan and eventual transformation into the “coolest bus in the world”

by Quincy and Rocky, two of the bands hardworking technicians. As the story progresses, the bus and band make the journey to Minnedosa, MB, for one of the infamous Classic Rock Fests that drew 15,000 people plus and saw acts over the years including

Def Leppard, The Doobie Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Billy Idol, Cheap Trick, Joan Jett, Pat Benatar and dozens of others. As the bus pulls up backstage and sees all of the fancy tour buses gleaming in the sun with names on them like Nazareth, Doobie Brothers, Cheap Trick etc., the self-esteem story kicks in.

Meanwhile, as the band is at first excited to be there with their heroes in side by side dressing rooms, show time draws near, and the band as well as the bus start to have real doubts about what they are doing there. “There is an implied message for kids to just be who they are, do your own thing and everything will work out, but we don’t want to wreck a good rock ‘n roll story with a moral or lesson”, says Fines with a laugh.

“The story is based on several trips we took to Minnedosa to perform. We had never seen a stage that large before or even imagined playing on one. Backstage was surreal for us. There was a “performer area” with tables and chairs and you could look left and see Elliot Easton from The Cars when he was

with the CCR guys and look right and see The Tubes or Billy Idol or Sammy Hagar’s band. Joan Jett was perched on a table right behind the door once and really startled me when I walked in. She has the toughest eyes. Then she said hello and smiled and it’s like this whole other person.

That night she gave the gutsiest show I have ever seen. A firework rocket, shot from the back of the crowd, went whizzing past her head just a few feet away. The crowd went silent. I have seen bands walk off stage at the Brandt Centre because of a little firecracker going off 20 feet away. Joan just looked back at the firework, still burning and stuck

on the backdrop, spit, grinned like Elvis and launched into I Love Rock N Roll. ” The 34 page book, written “for kids age 6 to 65” and illustrated with actual photos is available for preview or sale online at www.magcloud. com/browse/issue/346903 or go to www.facebook.com/ thepurplebus “I’m amazed at the reaction so far online”, says Fines.

“We even had a sale in Lemay, Missouri!” For ten bucks plus shipping you get the book delivered to your door and a free download in pdf Adobe format. Copies can also be purchased at Men Without Shame performances. www. menwithoutshame.com

Owling season...

Between Friends Quilt Guild holds potluck wind-up Seventeen members of the Between Friends Quilt Guild met at Drake on April 21 for their pot-luck wind-up. They started out the day with their meeting. They decided on a date in November for their Quilt Show in Drake. Committees will be formed at the September meeting. Executive will remain almost the same for the next two years.

Deb Fiessel will replace Eva Gorrill as co-chair and Kelly Willcox, Julie Josephson and Ruth Farebrother will remain as the planning committee, however Saskatoon members (Janet Potter, Elaine Chase and Cheryl Paul ) will plan the workshop at the Fall Retreat.

Janet Potter invited everyone for a day of sewing at Last Mountain Lake in July and regular meetings will resume in September. The guild members showed their appreciation

to all of their executive in the usual manner!

Members then got back to work on the BOM project and as you can see in the photos, more tops have been completed.

The ladies enjoyed their delicious potluck lunch and had a great afternoon of sewing. See you all in the fall. Hope your summer is wonderful.

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Not only is it calving season for local cattle producers, it is also “owling season” for the local Great Horned Owls.

We’ve been watching this nest south of Nokomis for the past number of weeks, and just last Thursday we were able to capture this shot of mom and offspring posing for the camera. -LMT staff Linda Smith and Colleen McNichol dishing up.

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She enjoys volleyball, badminton, and drama, and has served as the SRC President. After school, Kelsey takes part in Club Volleyball, is an avid scrap-booker and reader, and enjoys spending time with friends and family. She’ll be off to the University of Saskatchewan this fall, having already been accepted into the Pre-Pharmacy Program.

Jason Henry lives in Nokomis with parents Diane and Leo Henry, and younger sister Cara. Born on July 6, 1994, Jason has attended Nokomis School since Kindergarten. At school he has been active in track and ďŹ eld, volleyball, badminton and drama.

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Joel Styles was born January 15, 1994 to Alan and Betty Styles. They live in Nokomis, where Joel shares his parents with older siblings Mark and Melissa.

Joel has also been a “liferâ€? at Nokomis School, and has joined his classmates in volleyball, track and ďŹ eld, cross-country, badminton, and the Student Representative Council (SRC).

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More public service workers could lose their jobs The Public Service Alliance of Canada has confirmed that 3,872 of its members in ten federal departments received notices last week saying they could lose their jobs.

“We are astounded at how quickly and mercilessly this government is moving to put people out of work and cut the services Canadians across the country rely on,” said John Gordon, PSAC National President. “The government is demonstrating clearly that its so-called jobs and prosperity budget is really about cutting federal jobs and eliminating public services – this will hurt the economy.”

The new numbers brings the total number of notices issued to PSAC members since the Federal Budget to 11,957 in 40 federal government departments and agencies. Parks Canada management issued notices to 1,689 PSAC members and says 638 positions will be eliminated.

Workers affected include those at national historic sites, national parks and waterways across the country. At Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, 908 PSAC members were given notices saying they could lose their jobs. Of those, 689 are located in the National Capital Region. 180 PSAC members at Transport Canada also received notices. The PSAC says these notices mean cuts to airport security oversight and marine security. Safety education outreach by the Office of Boating Safety is being eliminated. Services for aboriginal communities seem to be especially hard hit in the new round of staff reduction notices. Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development issued notices to 490 PSAC members, however the department has shared little information on what services will be affected, nor the number and location of the positions that will be eliminated.

The Department of Justice handed notices to 35 PSAC members, 30 of whom work in the Aboriginal Affairs portfolio and were declared surplus. Statistics Canada informed 273 PSAC members that their positions will be eliminated. “These cuts will mean less capacity to complete the surveys that so many other departments, businesses and communities rely on to inform policy making,” a PSAC

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spokesman said. Library and Archives Canada issued notices to 235 of the 544 PSAC members who work there, and says that 105 positions will be

eliminated. That cut will mean fewer resources for researchers and the valuable recordkeeping services provided to government.

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Sports news & commentary Quinn Sobus drafted Quinn Sobus, son of Vernon and Krista Sobus, played with Lloydminster Heat AAA Bantams this past season.

He was picked to play on the Northeast Bantam team in the Alberta Cup in Lethbridge, AB, April 26-29. The team won first place and the cup. On May 3, in the WHL Bantam draft in Calgary,AB, Quinn was drafted by the Kelowna Rockets and then traded to Saskatoon Blades. He was drafted in the 5th round, 97th spot. Pictured above with Quinn are both sets of grandparents, Wayne (far right) and Sharon Busch and Lavern and Alvina Sobus (far left).

-submitted by Wayne and Sharon Busch

Assiniboia announced as Hockey Day host The Saskatchewan Hockey Association, in cooperation with SaskEnergy, announced last week the date and host community for the sixth annual SaskEnergy Hockey Day in Saskatchewan.

The event takes place the third Saturday in January annually.

The 6th Annual SaskEnergy Hockey Day is scheduled for January 19, 2013 and the host community is the Town of Assiniboia. The main theme of SaskEnergy Hockey Day in Saskatchewan is to promote the game of hockey and to build community spirit by making the arena the focal point of activity for the day or the weekend. One community is chosen annually to serve as the Provincial host of the event and for the 2013 event Assiniboia’s bid has been selected. One of the criteria for the selection of the Provincial host is that there must be an arena renovation or building project. The Town of Assiniboia is currently raising funds for a new arena.

The SHA encourages every minor hockey association to hold an event in their own community for SaskEnergy Hockey Day in Saskatchewan during the weekend of January 19 – 21, 2013. This promotion is to provide associations a platform from

which to raise funds to keep the rinks alive and well in all communities, both big and small.

“The SHA is extremely pleased with the commitment from SaskEnergy to the partnership celebrating the great game of hockey across the province of Saskatchewan,” says Kelly McClintock, General Manager of the Saskatchewan Hockey Association. “The event has been a tremendous success in its first five years, and we certainly hope to see that same success and more this year.

We are extremely excited to provide all minor hockey associations across the province an opportunity to focus on the game and to raise funds for their respective local arenas.”

Also incorporated into the event is the SaskEnergy Volunteer Champion Award. The SaskEnergy Volunteer Champion Award is available to be presented to an individual who has provided outstanding service as a volunteer to the local hockey community, either as a coach, an official, a team manager, or an association organizer. The presentation of these awards usually occurs during the local SaskEnergy Hockey Day in Saskatchewan celebration activities.

Obscure or not ‘perfect is forever’ Here’s the baseball question of the day: Who is the more obscure pitcher to throw a perfect game: Dallas Braden or Phil Humber?

Discuss among yourselves.

The perfect game is by far the least likely thing to happen in a Major League Baseball game — except to see not a single player on the two teams without a plug of chewing tobacco jammed into their cheek.

The perfect game has happened only 20 times in the modern era of MLB regular-season play, and once in the World Series (Don Larsen, 1956).

Twenty-seven batters up, 27 batters retired. No walks. No player reaches base on an error. Not only does the pitcher have to be perfect, but the fielders behind him must handle every ball without a flub, too.

Lately, it seems, perfect games have become almost... well, commonplace. Three in the 1980s, four in the ‘90s, four more in the first decade of the 2000s. While they have been pitched by immortals of the game (Cy Young and Sandy Koufax), some greats (Catfish Hunter, Roy Halladay, David Cone and Randy Johnson) and some ordinary players (Len Barker, Tom Browning), they have also been pitched by no-names (Braden of Oakland in 2010 and the most recent, Humber of the Whites Sox in mid-April).

“I don’t know what Phil Humber is doing in this list,” the perfect pitcher told reporters after the game.

“No idea what my name is doing there, but thankful it’s there.”

Braden had a career record of 14-21 going into the 2010 season, but he tossed his perfecto in early May against Tampa Bay. Hum-

ber’s career record was 1110 before he was perfect against Seattle a couple of Saturdays ago.

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He will never be a Hall of Famer, but he will always be a footnote in the annals of baseball lore.

Humber’s future remains to be seen. As far as we know, he’s no Koufax or Halladay, but he’s in that exclusive “Perfect” club with them.

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• Perry again: “A brush fire forced a shutdown of the New Jersey Turnpike near the Jets’ Met Life Stadium.

Alas, it was just Tim Tebow, standing next to a burning bush.”

• Scott Ostler of the San Francisco Chronicle: “Dwyane Wade had the right idea, but the wrong words.

Wade said U.S. NBA Olympians should get paid. Jesse

16U women hometown Total Chaos win gold in Saskatoon Strasbourg Vikings Odin claim Bronze in Tier 3 Led by tournament all-stars Kaylie Jorgenson and Rhys McMaster, the Saskatoon Total Chaos came back to defeat the Regina RVC Impact 22-25, 2515, 15-11 in a close Tier I Gold Medal final for 16U Women on Sunday, April 29 at the 2012 Conexus Provincial Volleyball Championships in Saskatoon.

Tournament all-star Katie Nelson led the Impact.

The QCVC Royal also had to fight back from a set down, defeating the Yorkton Blitz for Tier I Bronze 17-25, 25-18, 1511. Janae Rapley of the Royal and Kristen Jonassen of the Blitz also made the Tournament All-Star team.

In the Tier 2 Gold Medal fi-

nal, the Prince Albert Optimist Toppers En Fuego defeated the Wakaw Warriors 25-22, 25-16, while the BCV Impulse defeated the Sol 25-1, 21-25, 15-9 in an all-Saskatoon Tier2 Bronze Medal final. In Tier 3, the Saskatoon Ultimate Chaos defeated the Kipling Chaos 25-18, 21-25, 17-15 for Gold, while the Strasbourg Vikings Odin topped the Regina RVC Flames 25-21, 25-18 to claim Bronze.

In Tier 4, Yorkton McSweeney’s Selects defeated the Martensville Outerlimits 2514, 25-23 to win Gold, and the Prince Albert Optimist Toppers Esprit edged the Tisdale Kaos A 25-18, 26-24 for Bronze.

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Owens was spinning in his grave, and Bruce Jenner on his tanning bed.”

• Norman Chad, Washington Post: “For every hour I watch CNN, I watch at least 10 hours of NBA TV; to be honest, this should disqualify me from voting.”

• Chad again: “When Tiger Woods withdrew from the WGC-Cadillac Championship last month, I still can’t believe the helicopter didn’t follow him all the way to Perkins restaurant.”

• Headline at SportsPickle.com: “Canucks too disappointing to even riot over.”

• Another one from Perry: “The Canucks got eliminated so early from the playoffs, rioters complained that they didn’t even get a chance to finish training camp.”

• Cubs broadcaster Bob Brenly, on Marlins outfielder Mike Stanton now going by his given first name, Giancarlo: “Being as he stands 6-foot-5 and weighs 245 pounds, I’ll certainly call him anything he wants to be called.”

• Perry again: “The NBA has hit the unfortunately renamed Metta World Peace with a seven-game suspension. Two games for the flagrant elbow, and the other

five for false advertising.”

• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “Los Angeles Laker, Metta World Peace, has been suspended after knocking out an Oklahoma player, James Harden, with a vicious elbow to the head. Good thing he is named Metta World Peace, if he was Metta World War this Harden guy would be dead.”

• Another one from Cote, on the qualifications needed to become a Dolphins cheerleader: “Be good dancers, have vivacious personalities and think field goals are awesome.”

• R.J. Currie of sportsdeke.com: “A U.S. man says he accidentally shot himself by dropping a dumbbell on a bullet. He is not be confused with Plaxico Buress, who was a dumbbell.”

• Cote again: “The only way LeBron James does not win the MVP award is if Cavs owner Dan Gilbert is put in charge of counting the votes.”

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For the past two years, I have been attending Millar College of Bible, and this summer I am going on a Mission Trip with the school. The team is made up of seven students and two leaders to serve in a number of First Nations Reserves in Northern Saskatchewan and Alberta. Our team will be leaving at the beginning of May and will return at the end of the month.

We will hopefully be going to four different reserves, spending a week at each one.

While we are on the reserves, we will be helping out the missionaries there in any way they need. We are also planning on organizing sport activities for the kids. At one of the reserves, we are planning

to run a church service and do a VES-like thing throughout the week.

-Vicky Friesen Cousins Orren and Em Bartel of Regina drove up early to Drake to attend the North Star Mennonite Service April 29 at 11:00 a.m.

Mary Schmidt, Harvey Bartel, Orren and Em enjoyed a noon meal. Later they and others went out for supper, after which they enjoyed a birthday cake in the evening, as it was Mary’s birthday. After a good time, one must always return from where thou comest.

Brad Bergen received his diploma in Biblical Studies from Bethany College in Hep-

tuesday, may 8, 2012 • last mountain times burn, SK, on April 22. Dean Eby, Aaron Willems and Brad Driediger (Nokomis) also received that diploma.

On May 1, the Drake Community Services for Seniors served 16 seniors at the Villa.

Angel Kulchyski told her daughter Montana that I was the lady that sent her a picture to colour in her birthday card. Montana, five, says she likes to colour. Montana doesn’t know that she is one of the 120 children that get a card and a picture to colour on their birthdays. Angel approached me on this topic at the CWL soup and bun noon lunch April 27.

Get well wishes, think of, prayers for Isabel Krieger, Helen Kornelsen, Ed (Leila) Kornelsen, Elizabeth Neufeld, Anne Braun, Edna Miekle, all doctors, nurses, caregivers, folks in hospital, in lodges, family members mourning the loss of a loved one and anyone at home and just not feeling up to par.

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An amount of cash was stolen and two doors were damaged.

RCMP have so far not been able to identify any suspects.

The Govan arena was also the victim of a break and enter last year. The suspects broke a water pipe that flooded the dressing room area and caused considerable damage.

Police are asking that citizens around Govan to be mindful of suspicious vehicles or persons around their properties. Police require vehicle makes, models, license plate numbers and description of suspects to assist in locating the persons responsible for crimes of this nature.

Body recovered At about 1:45 p.m. on April 29, the body of Beverly Ann Cyr was located in a body of water just south of Wadena.

Cyr was located downstream approximately six km from where her vehicle had been discovered completely submerged on Thursday afternoon, April 26.

The Wadena RCMP, along with the RCMP underwater recovery team, and local volunteers from the area, had been looking for CYR since she was

reported missing. The RCMP are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the event.

Serious injury In the early afternoon of Saturday, April 28, Southey/Strasbourg RCMP responded to an accident on private property north of Cupar. Three men had been working at moving a tractor that was stuck in mud using a second larger tractor connected with a chain. Several attempts to move the tractor were made from different angles. Investigation has shown the chain being used was not a transport chain and not the appropriate tool to remove the tractor.

The chain had broken at least once during these attempts, and on the last attempt to remove the tractor from the mud the chain snapped and slingshot back towards the stuck tractor.

The chain smashed through the back window of the tractor, struck an 18 year old male in the head and then broke the front window of the tractor.

The 18 year old male sustained serious head injuries and was transported to hospital by the Cupar EMS and Paramedics from Regina. He has had one surgery but is still in serious condition. Family of the 18 year old male have requested his name not be released. The family hopes the incident will remind people to use the appropriate tools when working at home or during recreational activities so as to prevent a similar event from happening to others.

NEWS lockwood Phone 528-2020

Kelsey Morningstar spent the weekend at the Mierke home in Drake and Kristie Pedersen was the guest of Jayden and Cally Morningstar.

Hilton Hughes and Lil James were weekend visitors at the Jim Reid home in Medicine Hat, AB. While there,

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Business & Professional Services Directory on Page 12

Regular Classifieds on Page 20 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ARNETT & BURGESS PIPELINERS is accepting candidate resumes with Pipeline Construction experience: Field Safety Advisors, Superintendents, Foremen, & HE Operators.

Visit http://www.abpipe liners.com for more details. Resumes: Fax 403.265.0922: email hr@abpipeliners.com EXPERIENCED WINCH TRACTOR and Bed Truck Drivers for drilling, rig moving trucking company.

Phone, fax, email or mail. Email: rigmove@ telus.net.

Phone 780-842-6444. Fax 780-842-6581. H & E Oilfield Services Ltd., 2202 1 Ave., Wainwright, AB, T9W 1L7.

GPRC, Fairview Campus requires a Plumbing Instructor AND Steamfitter/ Pipefitter Instructor to teach labs and classroom settings for their program. Visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca/ careers.

Spiritwood & District Co-operative Ltd. Require a Branch Manager at our Shell Lake branch.

Candidate needs to -be self motivated, and able to supervise other staff. - have strong interpersonal skills have strong marketing skills -knowledge of Lumber, and Hardware products would be an asset.

Spiritwood Co-op offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits pkg.

Advancements are available in the Co-op retailing system in Western Canada.

Resume, and application form can be mailed or dropped off Spiritwood & District Co-operative Ltd, Box 906 Spiritwood, Sask.

S0J-2M0 Att. Will Batty Or emailed to spirit woodcoop@sasktel.net

Kingland Ford Hay River, NT seeking Experienced Ford Certified Partsperson with ADP/MicoCat, Long term employment, teamplayer. $34.50$36.50hrly wage with benefits and pension plan. Email:employ ment@kinglandford.com LOCAL Rocky Mountain House company looking for day rate and hourly Vacuum Truck Operator.

Must have current oilfield tickets and up-to-date drivers abstract. Benefit package.

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Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism Annual Conference Remembering the Future—Can Medicare and Pensions Survive?

May 16 & 17, 2012 Hotel Saskatchewan Regina, SK For Brochure: 306-359-9956 or

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LAND FOR SALE PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT. SOLD EXAMPLES Aberdeen - 1 1/4’s Bengough - 22 1/4’s Bedson 2 1/4’s Bethune - 2 1/4’s Blaine Lake - 245 acres Bruno 14 1/4’s Cupar - 5 1/4s Davidson - 6 1/4’s Eastend - 2 1/4’s Elfross – 22 1/4’s Emerald – 22 1/4’s Eastend - 2 1/4’s Foam Lake - 7 1/4’s Grenfell - 3 1/4’s Keliher - 10 1/4’s Harwarden - 1 1/4’s Lestock - 21 1/4’s Lake Alma – 14 1/4’s Marcelin - 7 1/4’s Moose Jaw - 8 1/4’s Nokomis - 8 1/4’s Ogema - 56 1/4’s Prince Albert - 1 1/4’s Punnichy - 5 1/4’s Saskatoon - 2 1/4's Semans - 12 1/4’s Simpson - 10 acres Viscount - 5 1/2 Wadena - 4 1/4’s Wakaw - 5 1/4’s Watrous/Young 31 1/2 Mobile Home Park Weyburn - 21 1/4’s Call DOUG 306-955-2266 EMAIL: saskfarms@shaw.ca

Letter of appreciation: I have sold some land to Doug Rue in 2011. I am looking forward to selling more with hin in 2012. I have made a new trusted friend. Ed P.

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IN LOVING MEMORY

FOUND– Blue padlock on Elgin Street in Govan. Contact Last Mountain Times in Nokomis to claim. ctf

10 x 56 mobile home, on prime 50 x100 foot lot at Etter’s Beach. 12 x 18 deck, 6 x20 attached porch, large storage shed and fully furnished.

Asking $64,500. Call Chuck 306-949-8395.

26-27p(5t) FARMS FOR SALE at Duval, SK. 1) 960 acres close together - SOLD; 2) 950 acres in one block – $457,000.00; 3) 750 acres close together – $220,500.00. Open to all offers. Spring possession.

Wheatland Realty Ltd. George Harvey • 306-757-9817.

23-26c(4t) FOR SALE– 709 3rd Ave., Raymore – 1910 Character home on 100x140 lot, four bedroom, main floor laundry, 2 car detached heated garage, large deck, new insulation, siding, windows in. ’98. For more info call (306) 7462268.

24-27c

WANTED – 4430 or 4440 John Deere tractor. Call 306725-4027.

23-26p(4t)

Silton Silhouettes present ‘Broadway Lights’ – May 11 & 12 at 7:00 p.m. at Strasbourg Hall. For more details, see our ad on page 21. 25-26p Danceland, Manitou Beach upcoming events: May 12 – The Decades, 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight; May 19 – Phoenix, 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight; May 25 & 26 – Len Gadica, 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight.

Buffets before every Saturday dance from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Phone 1-800-267-5037 for info or reservations. Check our website at www.dance land.ca for updated schedule or email danceland@sasktel. net 26c Mother’s Day Banquet at Arlington Beach Camp – May 13 at 5:30 p.m. For menu, entertainment and cost details, please see ad on Mother’s Day special feature. 25-26p

SELLING– New Broil King barbecue, natural gas, 976187 Regal 490 with cover. Phone Robert Halstead (306) 5287740. Taking offers.

23-27p(4) FOR SALE– Why Pay More Elsewhere? “Everyday Low Price”. All major appliances selling at cost + $10. Watrous Furniture & Appliances, 9463542.

25ctf Great tasting potatoes for sale. Red and yellow varieties. Excellent condition. Seed and table potatoes available.

25 cents per pound at farm – bulk. Call 725-4486.

26-27p(5t) FOR SALE– Kawai organ, reasonable offers. Two sets of golf clubs, Jimmy Richards and Spalding. Phone 7254158 and leave message.

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Event announcements placed in a community news section are referred to as “Reader Ads” and are charged at classified ad rates. GST is payable on classified ads.

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LIVESTOCK FOR SALE Bulls For Sale – Purebred: Red Angus Yearlings, Charolais Yearlings. Semen tested, delivered.

Selling quality bulls for 28 years – Silver Foxx Stock Farm, Silton. Call Ron 731-3248.

26p(5t) FOR SALE – Experienced laying hens. $3.00. Ready for pick-up. Please call between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. 725-4518. 26p Red and Black Angus Bulls – yearlings and 2-year-olds, Nordal Angus. Good selection, low birth-weights, semen tested, delivery available.

Phone Rob Garner 306-9467946, Simpson. 25-27p(5t) Red and Black Angus 2-yearold bulls for sale. Low birthweights, quiet dispositions and performance tested. Can keep bulls until you need them and then deliver at your convenience. Contact Shawn or Patty Smith at (306) 4844591. Nokomis, Sask.

25-28c(5-6t) BUSINESS SERVICES

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WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ERRORS in advertising/orders/ information taken over the telephone The publisher reserves the right to revise, discontinue or omit any advertisement or to cancel any advertising contract, for reasons satisfactory to the Publisher without notice or without penalty to either party. All advertising subject to Publisher’s approval.

Right reserved to revise or reject advertisements in accordance with Standards of Acceptability to the Publisher, to lighten or change type, borders or illustrations. The Publisher reserves the right to add the word ‘advertisement’ or the abbreviation ‘adv’ to any or all advertisements or to place the words ‘General Advertisement’ at the top of any display advertisement.

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LOTS FOR SALE FOR SALE– 110 Blackstock Street, Strasbourg. 75’x120’ residential lot. $15,000.00.

Serious inquiries only. Call 725-7232.

26,29,31,33c FOR RENT FOR RENT– 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.

25-28c(5t)

FOR RENT

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

47ctf CARDS OF THANKS

Senior Social Housing for low-income seniors.

Rent based on income.

For information, contact Sylvia (528-2204), manager of Nokomis Housing Authority.

22ctf(4ctf)

HELP WANTED Full time, permanent position at 400 cow dairy, located 40 minutes north of Regina. Duties to include: field work, driving truck, feeding and bedding cows. Applicants must have experience operating farm equipment and either possess or able to obtain Class 1 License. Wages dependent on experience. Email resumes to: kenmacnair@hotmail.com 25-28c(5t) HOUSEHOLD ITEMS BOSCH Mixer $449 Mothers Day Specials, Actifry makes 2lbs of french fries with 1tbsp oil $229. Breville YouBrew $299 Henckel Knives Call Hometech Regina 1-888-6926724 26p

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WANTED

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Where do we begin to Thank everyone since the passing of our Father, Grandpa and Great-papa, Hilbert Hey. All the food, cards, visits, and donations made, were overwhelming. To all the nurses at the Last Mountain Pioneer Home, a hug goes your way for doing all you could for Dad. Thanks to Guy for looking after the service and Bulyea Hall Committee for the very tasty lunch. Dad is now at peace with Mom, Thanks again.

Gary and Brenda Hey Rhonda and Ron Schulz Roxanne, Kevin and Cameron Klassen Devin, Leia and Truitt Hey Rachelle, Jason, Sophie and Sierra Holterman Rulene and Warren Gilroy Renee Schulz and Devin Pirie 26c

26p

Office Hours: Tuesday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Tuesday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Nokomis

COMPUTER SERVICE VEHICLES FOR SALE

FOR SALE – 1996 Chev 1/2 ton, extended cab. 2WD, 5.7 V8, matching topper, 242,000 km, $3,995.00, O.B.O. Call 725-3302.

25-27p FOR SALE – 1999 GMC Safari van, nice condition. Phone 725-8355.

26-27p

Need your computer fixed?

For quick & reliable service and great rates, give us a call! (Please leave a message) Jesse/Dan @ 484-2223 (based in Govan).

15ctf

IN LOVING MEMORY FOCHT, Larry– September 26, 1954 – May 11, 2011.

FARM EQUIPMENT

26p

Ti me to Renew?

TRAILER– Large utility trailer. 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. Call 484-2246 to view or for more details. Asking $3,800 OBO. 45ctf(9ctf)

We cried the day you left us, We still cry today.

Although we loved you dearly, We couldn’t help you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest.

God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.

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It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories, Your love is still our guide.

And though we cannot see you, You are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again.

Forever remembered and loved by, Wife Elaine, children and their families, Danette, Ray, Chantelle and Melissa, Danita, Don and Ryan, Dean, Terry and Catlin, Sheryl, Kevin, Kayla, Janelle, Chad and Mason 26p HERMAN, Ruby Margaret – In loving memory of our dear wife and mother, who passed away April 30, 2001.

May the winds of love blow gently And whisper so you can hear How much we love and miss you And wish that you were here.

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Lovingly remembered 26p Ken, Lester, Henry HEY – In loving memory of Ruth who passed away May 7, 2002.

Ten years have passed since that sad day, When one we loved was called away, No one knows how much we miss you, Life has never been the same, In our hearts your memory lingers, Sweet, tender, fond and true, There is not a day dear mother, That we do not think of you.

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Rockets Ladies Night great fun!

The Raymore Rockets Ladies Diamond Night was held on Saturday, April 14 with a great turn out of 180 some women. Everyone enjoyed the main entertainment for the evening featuring Jack Semple.

The puck toss was lots of fun; the women had a blast! Marcie Marshall of Semans took first place, winning a purse, scarf, sun glasses and accessories donated by Raymore Tire & Auto.

Second place prize was hoop

earrings donated by Young’s Equipment and the winner was Wendy Saul of Semans. A basket of candles was third prize, donated by Bonnie Flahr and won by Barb Sentes of Raymore.

‘Minute It To Win It’ games were played on stage. The women and hockey players who participated in the games had a lots of laughs!

The whole evening was a tremendous success.

Silver Heights Auxiliary news Spring is here! After a great winter.

For their January project, Silver Heights Auxiliary members worked on the quilt for their spring raffle. They quilted at Sally Focht’s home – always a relaxing fun time. They appreciated Sally’s kind gesture.

The Auxiliary held another successful Tea and Bake Sale on March 31. Once again, many from surrounding communities came out to support them. They are very appreciative of all the generous donations of baking, as well as the attendance for the day and the buying of tickets for their draws. The quilt was won

by Elaine Calibaba of Southey. Edith Sorensen won the door prize. The food hampers were won by Jack Nicholson, Lorna Charko, Lillian Swanson and Heather Stevensen.

The auxiliary will be purchasing an ophthalmoscope for the home – a much needed piece of equipment used by the doctor on his visits.

The provincial convention will be held in Watrous in May. Four ladies plan to attend.

Dates were arranged for the auxiliary ladies to help with Monday games.

Just a reminder that when anyone makes a donation to Silver Heights, they need to specify which of the four organizations they would like their donation to go towards: 1) auxiliary; 2) activities; 3) courtyard; or 4) touchwood mobility bus.

Keep healthy and happy!

Raymore Rockets players, back row, left to right: Josh Jordan, Josh Belair, Derek Purdue, Cole Bentz, Tyrell Shulko; in middle Kyle Schmalenberg; and front row, left to right: Catlin Sich, Nathan Fischl, Brett Kuglin, Michael Shulko, did a super job serving the women’s tables for the evening and kept the women happy!

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May 1 started out with a little sprinkling of rain, sunshine off and on until late afternoon. The sky got dark and things started happening. Lightning, thunder and lots, I mean lots of rain.

Just poured rain for over an hour. One young lady reported she had never driven in such a forceful rain storm before. The gardens and fields were flooded in no time. Ravines were run-

ning water and ditches were filled. The amounts ranged from 20 mm to 54 mm in our area.

Get well wishes to Wayne King, who is back home now after a few days in Regina hospital.

Good to hear Herman Drescher is back home after being in hospital. Herman says he is getting around better every day. Hope you both will be feeling your old selves again real soon.

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Catlin Sich (left) and Marla Kammer see who can transport the most candies from the table to a cup across the stage using a straw.

Thanks for reading Last Mountain Times – your local source for news!

The lucky winners! Left to right: diamond bracelet – Mary Anne McDonald of White City, necklace with diamond pendant – Sherryl Keller of Raymore, diamond ring – Lorraine Hordos of Raymore. Ron Cox from Young’s Equipment presented the diamonds to the ladies.

-article and photos submitted

ATTENTION Residents of the Village of Semans Drinking Water Quality and Compliance Reports are available at the Semans Village Office.

If you are interested in a copy, please stop in during Regular Office Hours, Tuesday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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The BGS Steak Night held on Saturday, April 28, was a huge success and a sell-out a week in advance. From 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., some 220 people took part in the steak supper.

The BGS Rink Committee catered the meal with help from community volunteers.

Manning the barbecue were cooks: Scott Mcleod, Kevin Cameron, Lloyd Myers and Neil Wagner. Excellent job everyone! The meal was very tasty and topped off with delicious desserts.

The BGS Rink Board Members are President Ron Martin, Vice President Mel Neicker, Secretary Cyndee Lovequist, Treasurer Maxine Flotre, Board Members: Linda Glass, Scott McLeod, Jennette Henfrey and Rhonda Cameron.

There were 35 silent auction items from generous businesses and individuals from Regina, Lumsden, Silton, Bulyea, Southey, Duval, Earl Grey and Govan. A huge bouquet goes out to all people who do-

tuesday, may 8, 2012 • last mountain times nated to this very worthwhile cause. Lion Doug Slough, member of the Bulyea & District Lions Club, presented President Ron Martin with a cheque for $4,000.00 to help meet the requirements for the Community Initiatives Fund.

As well, at an earlier date, the Bulyea Recreation Board donated $2,000.00 towards this initiative. These, and other donations, plus the silent auction and steak night proceeds, enabled the BGS rink to meet the requirements for a Community Initiatives Fund grant

of over $23,000.00. Due to the tremendous effort of all involved, the rink will now be able to complete the metal roofing project started three years ago. The total cost is over $58,000.00 and it will be debt free.

You know you live in a great community, with great people, when events like this are so well attended, and everyone gives so generously.

Many happy people working together for a great cause brings success to small communities.

Kevin Cameron (left) and Scott McLeod working the first shift cooking steaks.

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Silton Silhouettes compete in The Pulse The Silton Silhouettes took part in their second competition at The Pulse Dance Competition in Regina on the weekend of April 12-15. It was a very memorable weekend for many people. It all started on Friday when one of the dancers, not from Silton’s club, hit her head so hard on the stage that she had to go to the hospital by ambulance. That really made all the ‘little’ costume malfunctions a lot less traumatic. Don’t get me wrong, having your hair piece fall off on stage is very upsetting, but you don’t need a trip to the ER to recover from it.

It was noted that there was an oversight with the awards for the Dance Extravaganza – Kasey-Jae received a high point jazz award for her solo.

Also Elsa received an award for her choreography. This says a lot for the teaching staff of the Silton Silhouettes. Good job ladies.

Now back to the awards earned at The Pulse: Kasey-Jae won a $1000 scholarship to BE DISCOVERED summer in LA Performance Intensive! Oth-

er awards included: Sydney Wild, Jazz Solo, 1st; Eden and Madelin, Tap Duo, 1st; Sydney Wild, Eryn Mcleod and Jlynn Mcleod, Lyrical Trio, 1st; Carley Wild and Jordana Gorrill, Lyrical Duo, 1st; Diana Nordal and Rose Mansbridge, Lyrical Duo, 3rd; Singin’ in the Rain, Junior Tap, 1st; Blackbird, Senior Jazz, 3rd; Bugs Bunny Rap, Junior Hip Hop, 2nd; We Run the World, Senior Hip Hop, 3rd; Les Fleurs, Senior Ballet, 3rd; No Day but Today, Senior Lyrical, 2nd; I Could’ve Danced All Night, Senior Tap, 3rd; Cuban Pete, Junior Jazz, 1st; Rose Mansbridge, Contemporary Solo, 2nd. And to top it all off, Carley Wild and Jordana Gorrill won Most Promising Lyrical Duo Trio All ages.

Once again, the dance season is just flying by. The club attended their last competition this past weekend. Their big recital will be in Strasbourg and then it’s all over. What will the parents do with all their time off?

-article and photos submitted by Corri Gorrill

Assessment Notice Village of Silton NOTICE is hereby given that the Assessment Roll for the Village of Silton for 2012 has been prepared and is open for inspection at the office of the Clerk of the Village, until the time for lodging appeals has expired, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Tuesdays from May 8 to June 12, 2012.

Lion Doug Slough (right) spoke of the Lions support in the community and presented BGS President Ron Martin with the cheque.

The seniors should be very proud of all of their hard work.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his/her assessment to the Board of Revisions is required to file his/her complaint(s) in writing along with a $50.00 appeal fee with the Clerk, Village of Silton, Box 1, Silton, Saskatchewan, S0G 4L0 by June 12, 2012.

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A crowd of 220 people attended the BGS Steak Night.

The junior tap dancers were very excited to perform their routine at The Pulse.

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STARS officially launches operations Drive smart and save gas money With no end in sight to ris- are saving money when they put ciently and adjusting your drivin Saskatchewan ing gas prices, consumers who off needed vehicle maintenance. ing behavior are the best ways to

Since then, STARS has been working closely with government, corporate donors, and partners in health care and emergency services to facilitate the launch of both bases.

The Regina base is the first to open in the province, with the Saskatoon base set to open in the fall of 2012.

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UPCOMING AUCTIONS SAT., JUNE 2, 2012 – 10:00 A.M. – 108 Hwy. 2 S., Simpson, SK. Merlin Federspiel, approx. 17 acres with 2040 sq. ft. house, contents and many good antiques and collectibles.

WED., JUNE 6, 2012 – 10:00 A.M. – 3 m. E. of Imperial, SK. Farm sale for Barry & Dalene Gustafson & Consignors. JD4230 & JD4010 tractors, 1997 MF8120 FWA tractor w/ 2340 hrs., 2-135 White tractor, 1984 MF860 combine, full line of equipment.

SAT., JUNE 9, 2012 – 10:00 A.M. – 1 m. S., ¾ m. E. of Loreburn, SK. Farm sale for Ron & Cam McLelland. 1990 Case 7130 & 1992 Case 7120 tractors, full line of equipment.

SUN., JUNE 10, 2012 – 12:00 P.M. – Strasbourg, SK. Household sale for Floyd & Cynthia Pieper.

SAT., JUNE 16, 2012 – 10:00 A.M. – ½ m. W. of Davidson, SK. Annual Yard Sale. 1993 JD535 baler, 1996 7x20’ Norbert stock trailer, new metal floor, 1998 8½ x 24’ gooseneck flatdeck, 1993 Lode King triaxle grain trailer, 1980 IH4586 4WD tractor, plus much more.

SAT., JUNE 23, 2012 – 10:00 A.M. – 7 m. E. of Elbow, SK. Farm sale for Leonard & Doreen Kretsch. 1983 Case 2390, Case 730, IH1206, Case 900, Case 500, Massey 44, Case LA & McCormick W-D6 tractors, Galion grader, 18-passenger school bus Bombardier, 1946 Willys Jeep, 1954 TD9 International cat, 1972 Nordic 399 skidoo, full line of equipment and shop tools.

SAT., JUNE 24, 2012 – 10:00 A.M. – SE corner of Stalwart, SK. Dwayne Silzer. Full line of new & used shop tools. 8-person La-Z-Boy Limited Edition hot tub.

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As of noon April 30, the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society (STARS) was ready to provide helicopter air ambulance services for critically ill and injured patients in southern Saskatchewan.

Following a brief ceremony involving dignitaries and former patients, the organization opened its base in Regina.

“This is a historic day for Saskatchewan. The launch of the STARS helicopter air medical service for our province is made possible today through the strong partnership of the health system, community minded businesses, and our government,” Health Minister Don McMorris said.

“People across southern Saskatchewan now have the comfort of knowing that in an emergency, help is closer at hand than ever before.”

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modify their driving habits and properly maintain their vehicles will get more kilometres per litre, says Be Car Care Aware Canada. The consumer group recommends the following ways to drive smart and save gas money: • Observe the speed limit. Fuel efficiency decreases rapidly above 100 km/h.

• Avoid excessive idling. Idling provides zero kilometres per litre. Warming up the vehicle for one or two minutes is sufficient.

• Avoid quick starts and stops.

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• Consolidate trips. Several short trips taken from a cold start can use twice as much gas as one longer multi-purpose trip.

• Don’t haul unneeded items in the trunk. An extra 45 kilograms in the trunk reduces fuel efficiency by 1 to 2 per cent.

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The idea was so popular that the entire state of Virginia began an official celebration for mothers in 1907. A few years later, in 1914, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson officially designated the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day. Since then, many countries including Canada, Brazil, Italy, Japan, and Belgium have followed this lead and made the second Sunday in May a day of flowers and words of love for moms.

Strangely enough, Mother’s Day is celebrated on a wide range of dates around the world. It’s celebrated as early as February in Norway and as late as December in Panama and Indonesia. Between these two extremes, hardly a month goes by without some country honouring their mothers with a special day. One thing is certain though, no matter the place or the date, mothers deserve to be celebrated!

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Why not make your cherished mother’s greatest wish come true for Mother’s Day? If you and your sibling haven’t been on speaking terms for months, if you’re annoyed with a family member over a trifle, why not bury the hatchet, turn the page, and try to get along for your mother’s sake. A family reconciliation might very well be the most wonderful gift she could receive.

Perhaps you don’t demonstrate the love you feel for your mother on a regular basis.

Mother’s Day is the ideal moment to express this love, with heartfelt wishes, gifts, or gestures that will go straight to her heart. If you have a limited budget, offer her some quality time, spent together doing an activity she particularly loves. Or help her out with some chores she finds difficult. At the very least, a pretty card in which you express your wholehearted love for her will surely bring her joy.

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Everybody is convinced that the best mom in the world is theirs. That’s probably why Mother’s Day is celebrated in dozens of countries around the world, although not always on the same date.

There’s nothing new about honouring a mother’s unique role within the family and society as a whole.

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with a loving message, or a digital photograph frame filled with family photos. Or how about a personalized novel in which she plays the heroine and recounts her experiences as a young woman or as a mother.

Active moms If she loves being active but is hesitant to treat herself, offer her some sports equipment that she wouldn’t splurge for herself. Or make a gift of a short- or long-term membership at the nearest gym or a few sessions with a personal trainer.

Curious moms How about a subscription to a newspaper or magazine, a tablet computer, or books about different travel destinations? You could also offer a daytrip to a museum or art gallery in a neighbouring town or city.

Pampered moms If your mom loves feeling pampered, then a massage followed by dip in a thermal spa is just the thing. A box of different herbal teas or coffees would also be well received, as would bath products or a pair of ultra-comfortable slippers.

Nostalgic moms She might adore a mixed CD or an e-tunes playlist with music from her youth. Or how about a vintage decorative item or, even better, an object dating from her year of birth that a grandparent might have tucked away.

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The best skills training doesn’t happen in the classroom Seven out of 10 workers get their first job in tourism, whether part time during school, as a summer job or starting a new career.

Nearly 60,000 people work in 3,700 tourism-related businesses in Saskatchewan, including attractions, events, hotels and restaurants.

Right now, the tourism sector faces a worker shortage. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce says that a shortage of skilled labour is the top barrier facing businesses today.

Nowhere is that shortage felt more acutely than in booming Saskatchewan. The Canadian Tourism Human Resource Council (CTHRC) estimates that Saskatchewan’s tourism sector could experience a shortage of about 1,300 workers by the end of this year, rising to about 6,500 within 10 years.

That labour shortage is compounded by a skills shortage. Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney recently pointed out that workers often don’t have the skills or experience to match the immediate needs of employers.

One way to address those shortages is by training on the job. The Saskatchewan Tourism Education Council (STEC) provides workplace-based training that lets employees develop industry-recognized career skills, while at the same time addressing employers’ needs for qualified workers.

“More and more, especially as labour shortages start happening, people can go from high school directly to a well-paying industry job,” says Darcy Acton, Manager of Industry Human Resource Development at STEC. “Once you’re in a well-paying job, it’s hard to entice you back into a regular post-secondary stream, if

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it means leaving the job to attend a program full time. Workplace based training gives you the flexibility to jump right into an industry job, learn on the job, and then formalize that learning, such by acquiring industry-recognized certifications.”

For employers, it means retaining a full complement of experienced staff because employees don’t have to leave the workplace, except for short periods, to attend post-secondary schooling, Acton says.

Tourism occupations are well suited to workplace-based training. Learning can take place without disrupting the business cycle, and the outcomes apply directly to the job. Workplace-based training can complement previously completed post-secondary education, lay the groundwork for entering full-time studies, and support lifelong learning.

Apprenticeship There are three tourism trades in Saskatchewan, providing the opportunity to start as an apprentice and work toward becoming a Journeyperson Food and Beverage Person, Guest Services Representative, or Cook. Training takes place almost entirely on the job.

The first step toward becoming a journeyperson is to start work in the trade. The current job market in Saskatchewan means that there are plenty of places to start. From there, work experience under the supervision of a certified journeyperson or provincial joint training committee (industry professionals convened by the provincial apprenticeship commission) provides workplace-based, on-the-job training. The Guest Services Representative Trade and Food and Beverage Person Trade require a one-year apprenticeship

combined with work experience. A cook going the “tradesperson” route, someone practicing the fullness of the trade, can challenge the national interprovincial trade exam after working a minimum of 8500 hours within 6.5 years.

“There is a wide range of career opportunities available to a journeyperson,” says Diane Cohoon, Training Manager at STEC, a journeyperson Food and Beverage Person and member of the provincial Trade Board for tourism trades.

“Journeyperson Food and Beverage Persons tend to be in demand for supervisory roles, at a minimum,” Cohoon says. “We often see them move up to Food and Beverage Manager, Director of Food and Beverage, or Director of Corporate Training.”

It’s common to find journeypersons as owner/operator of their own business, Cohoon says. emerit Professional and Specialist Certifications Of more than 400 recognized tourism occupations, 25 are eligible for rigorous emerit professional certification through the Canadian Tourism Human Resource Council, covering frontline, supervisory and management work.

Certification recognizes workers who meet National Occupational Standards in their field. As with apprenticeships, the first step toward certification is to be working in the occupation, then begin specialized training toward gaining recognition. Certification in some occupations is required when working toward journeyperson status.

Each occupation is a little bit different, but beyond attaining the necessary industry hours, it can take as little as a month to get a professional certification, though most people complete the process around the six-month mark.

“We like to see people finish within a year,” Acton says. “You get your experience, write the exam, do the evaluation if there is one (for Specialist certification), six months to a year period seems to be about right. You can take your time, finish every component and still be up to date.”

“There are examples of people who start out at the front desk and become general manager,” says Acton. “From general manager, they become divisional managers of properties. It depends on the industry, but we see a lot of that in tourism.”

“It’s important to know the front line jobs, because if you’ve worked on the front line jobs you know exactly how customer satisfaction affects business retention and employee retention,” she adds. “It becomes clearer if you’ve experienced all the jobs on the path to a management position.”

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Top 11 contenders announced in the i3 Idea Challenge

University of Saskatchewan residences welcome students to their new homes

Photo courtesy of the Edwards School of Business

New residences opened last fall on the University of Saskatchewan campus in Saskatoon, and they are quickly making a difference for students from around the world.

“In terms of developing social relationships, there’s nothing better than living in res,” said Renae Zook, third-year biochemistry student and resident advisor (RA) in Spruce Hall, one of the new student residences in College Quarter on the U of S campus.

She has lived in residence since she originally moved to the U of S from Trochu, AB, about an hour and a half north east of Calgary, to take the classes she needs to apply to the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.

“When I first moved here, I stayed in my room and only left to buy textbooks. After a day and a half, I was starving,” Zook laughed. “I went to Marquis Hall to eat and sat down with some people, and I’m still friends with some of the people that were at that table.”

Over 1,700 students currently live in residence at the U of S, with about 660 additional beds slated to open by early 2013. The growing demand for student housing is fuelled in part by the support and services offered to

residence students, which are especially helpful to students new to Saskatoon.

“The ethos of residence is student support,” said Sylvia Cholodnuik, residence manager. “The student life staff, the residence staff, the custodial staff, we’re all here to create a positive student experience.”

That staff includes RAs like Zook, who are upper-year students who are there for students to talk to and co-ordinate residence activities; advisors, who co-ordinate and support the RAs; and residence life co-ordinators, who are fulltime live-in staff. Between the three levels of staff, residence students have 24-hour coverage.

Additional support is found with the faculty-in-residence, currently offered at Voyageur Place and College Quarter.

The faculty member lives in residence and offers students academic advice and support, and co-ordinates drop-in tutoring time led by graduate students.

As more students live at the U of S, residence, staff members are finding new ways to work with other groups both on and off campus.

“It’s really exciting to see what the possibilities are to work with others to create positive experiences and sup-

port for all these groups,” said Cholodnuik. “In terms of how students are building a community, I think we are meeting our goals.”

A range of activities like pancake breakfasts, casino nights and dances, Saskatoon Blades games and sushimaking nights ensure there is something that everyone will have a good time doing.

Zook knows first-hand the benefits of not only participating in the activities, but just living in student residence and would recommend it to anyone moving to attend the U of S. “There’s always something going on,” she said. “If it’s 3 a.m. and you can’t sleep there’s someone watching TV or studying. And for parents, it’s just a comfort factor. You don’t have to worry.”

For information on the U of S student residences, visit www.usask.ca/residence.

Eleven teams of aspiring entrepreneurs at the University of Saskatchewan are now one step closer to winning the cash and support to start their own businesses. Groups of students with ideas for ergonomic dishcloths, custom microphone stands, and gluten free pulse snack bars are all finalists in the Wilson Centre’s i3 Idea Challenge. The i3 Idea Challenge is designed to provide upcoming entrepreneurs with the chance to build a business.

The event is hosted by the Wilson Centre – an educational institution at the U of S promoting innovation and entrepreneurship –and sponsored

by Enterprise Saskatchewan, KPMG Enterprises, and the Saskatchewan Ministry of Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration.

The finalists come from across campus, including the Colleges of Kinesiology, Agriculture and Bioresources, Engineering, Arts and Science, and the Edwards School of Business. The top 11 teams will pitch their ideas live to the panel of judges on May 10 at the i3 Idea Challenge Finale where the top three winners will walk away with over $80,000 in cash and start-up services to launch their businesses.

The Wilson Centre’s official name is W. Brett Wilson Centre for Entrepreneurial Excellence.

It was established in 2007 and made possible through a generous donation by philanthropist, U of S Alumni and businessman W. Brett Wilson. Wilson is best known as one of the regulars on the first seasons of the popular TV show Dragon’s Den.

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Principal’s Message Wow! What an emotional last month. With a collective sigh of relief, we can now fully concentrate on the last couple months of this school year and look forward to a next one. I’d like to acknowledge the School Review Committee for their tireless work this past year.

May is upon us and it is GRAD month. I would like to take this opportunity to wish our Grads a successful finish to their high school careers and a memorable Grad. I hope they take with them some fond memories of their school life here in Nokomis and enjoy success in whatever path life takes them outside of school. Everyone is welcome to join them at their ceremonies at the Nokomis Centennial Hall.

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On top of all of the review issues, we have been steaming ahead in all three grades. The Kindergartens are working on their last unit in math and are starting to learn some pretty tricky letter/ sound combinations in their Jolly Phonics. On top of all that, they have been learning about bugs and insects, which have sparked a lot of interest. In Science they have been watching some special

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All grades have finished their Measurement Unit and will now move onto a Geometry Unit. The Grade 3 class have finished their Robert Munsch author study and were pleasantly surprised to receive a letter in reply from Robert Munsch! They have now moved onto a new ELA Unit: Tales – Princess, Peas and Enchanted Trees. The Grade 4/5 class completed their Gordon Korman author study with a cool Book-InA-Bag presentation. Their new ELA Unit is an inquiry unit with a focus on relationships between people and animals in the home and wild.

Cassandra Knouse recently participated in a Livestock Expo in Saskatoon on April 13 and 14.

She won two first place showings and a second place showing.

Way to go, Cassandra.

May will continue to be a busy month as we offer birthday greetings to Cammren Kautz and Cassandra Knouse.

- Mrs. Koenig Grade 6/7/8 News We applaud the Nokomis Review Committee for all the work they did during the review, and to the community of Nokomis for the letters and words of support.

Now the real work begins, building our numbers so we can have a vibrant high school in the next few years. Last, but not least, we acknowledge the Horizon Board; theirs was not an easy decision.

The year continues at an alarming rate! The Grade 7’s and 8’s are starting their second last unit in Math, while Daegan finishes up Geometry and Measurement. We are starting a new unit in Social Studies, Your Choice, Your Voice, and are busing wrapping up Principles of Flight in Science. We are starting on the Science Fair projects but have yet to set a date because our judge is coming from Cape Breton. The class will be doing a survey for The Fourth R Health program on Thursday; the Grade 7’s will be participating in the Treaty Essential Learning Survey next week, and the Grade 8’s in the Provincial Writing AFL.

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- Mrs. Tait Greetings from Mrs. Stratton What a month we just had!

With that being said, there are a few really neat things going on this May including the Little Miss Higgins video shoot at the school, the high school graduation, track and field, and my Law 30 students going on our P.A. Penitentiary tour. In the meantime, here’s what we are up to in class…

The ELA B30 students are reading Shakespeare’s Hamlet, and will be finishing that up shortly. We also have some short literature and a short novella to start this month. ELA B10 students are finishing up Shakespeare’s Macbeth and will be moving into the rest of unit 2 this month, and ELA 9 is reading Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, and when that is completed will be starting unit 5. History 30 students will be studying about Canada’s contributions to WWII. Social 9 students are working on unit three: causality, and will be finishing that up closer to the end of May. Communication Media students are working on Biography Interview videos and will be working on audio projects next.

Law 30 students are starting their Criminal Law unit and will be touring the P.A. Penitentiary Medium and Maximum security facility, to have a glimpse into the justice system in Saskatchewan.

The volunteer drivers and chaperones are helping to make this tour possible. I’m sure it will be an interesting experience.

The good news given to us on April 25 was a huge relief for the students, staff and community and I’m glad to say we can finally move forward and grow to our potential! We must recognize Nokomis School Review Committee for their extreme dedication, effort, support and fantastic work they have done to keep our school alive! We appreciate all you have done and continue to do for our school and community.

Have a marvelous May! - Mrs. Stratton Senior Badminton The badminton season is now over. Even though we did not have anyone advance to the District level of competition, our team members can be proud of the way they competed. They all gave 100% and had fun at the same time. Way to go, Lauren and Peyton, Chase and Cory, Josh and Tyson, Kelsey and Cylus, and Jordan.

- Mr. Koenig Junior Badminton A Pre-District tournament was held in Nokomis on Tuesday, May 1. Boys’ singles, girls’ singles and mixed doubles were represented by seven schools in our quadrant. Tylan Holbrook represented boys’ singles and played four good matches in round-robin play. Ashley Hards represented girls’ singles and also played four matches. Ashley ended up second in her pool and went on to a semi-final match.

She played very well and ended placing fourth overall.

- Mrs. Koenig