Preeceville Progress 2023-05-18

Preeceville Legion marks milestone year

The Preeceville Legion marked its 90th anniversary with a banquet and special program on April 28 with Bill Lesko, president as master of ceremonies.

Lesko kicked off the program with reciting the Act of Remembrance, followed by the introduction of the head table with guest Cathay Wagantall, Yorkton-Melville MP and her husband Martin, pastor Hein Bertram and Adrienne Larrivee, past-president and veteran. He went on to introduce the youth ambassadors: Camryn Nelson, Amber Spray and Fiona Pinaroc. He also gave a brief

history of the Legion prior to the banquet.

“On March 1933, a group of First World War veterans got together and decided a Legion was needed. The Preeceville Legion #188 was born and the club was chartered on April 28, 1933. The members first met in the back of Kzakewich’s store and later rented space in the Stitz’s store. The club would eventually purchase the Stitz store in 1935 for a sum of $500.

“In 1950, they purchased the current building from the airbase in Yorkton. During the Second World War, Yorkton

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Jack Maciborski, a Preeceville Harvard 6 0 6 Air Cadet, received $1 , 000 Legion bursary. From left, were: Legion President Bill Lesko, Maciborski and Blaine Medlang, Legion member. Maciborski is the great-grandchild of Second World War veteran Dennis Hugh McAllister and has been accepted into the University of Saskatchewan enrolled in engineering.

Lorissa Petras and her helper daughter Hannah were photographed taking a few minutes to relax before their greenhouse, 4 Precious Petals near Hazel Dell, braces for the long weekend rush of avid gardeners.

SUMA Convention encouraged municipalities to ‘Tune In’

This year’s SUMA Convention was held on April 16-19 in Saskatoon. This is the second year that the convention has been held in April (used to take place at the end of January/beginning of February) and it make for far better driving conditions (usually), according to Don Olson, Town of Sturgis mayor.

This year’s theme was “Tune In” and connect with other municipalities.

Four members from the Town of Sturgis council, Amanda Masley, the Administrator CEO, the Mayor and Aileen Lubiniecki and Kim Macleod, councillors, attended the convention.

“It was an excellent

convention this year, one of the best I have attended,” said Olson.

The master of ceremonies was Joan McCusker (originally from Saltcoats, and a gold medalist and Olympic world curling champion for Canada and Saskatchewan); and the keynote speaker was Cody Demerais, an award-winning Metis entrepreneur from Prince Albert.

Monday morning was Premier Moe’s address and the highlights from the 2023-24 budget, which included an increase in the Revenue Sharing Grant of 13.3 percent to the Town of Sturgis). On Tuesday morning,

the Honourable Don McMorris, Minister of Government Relations address shared a recap

on the budget.

The main focus of this year’s convention was on The Future of SUMA’s

Governance, and the proposed reduction from 18 Directors down to 9 Directors on the SUMA Board. This will be further discussed during 2023, and be presented and voted on at the 2024 convention.

The President’s banquet, held on Tuesday evening, saw many longtime municipal service employees receive their well-deserved awards for distinction and service to their communities.

“Wednesday morning was a great time to dialogue with the Minister, and an opportunity to present our concerns (Hwy #9 and CN Mainline importance for increased volumes of

exports through the Port of Churchill). That went very well,” shared Olson. Because of the storm on Wednesday, very few Cabinet Minister’s were able to attend in person to the Bear Pit Session, but those who were not able to attend, participated virtually through ZOOM technology.

“The convention was very well attended, and the tradeshow was great. The only drawback was the trip back home Wednesday afternoon through the snow storm,” concluded Olson.

SUMA Convention 2024 is scheduled for April 14-16, 2024 at the Viterra International Trade Centre in Regina.

Resident mascots back for another season

The nesting Osprey in Endeavour have made their annual debut and have started building up the nest that was relocated last year. The relocation was necessary as their original nest had been built on a SaskTel cell tower which was a cause for concern from SaskTel. The community rallied and built a separate tower, and then relocated the nest to that tower away from the original tower.

The Osprey is a unique bird that is

unmistakable when seen at close range, stated the bird view website.

It is the only species in its family, and it is found worldwide. Its breast and belly are mostly white, with some dark streaks. The white extends out the wings, but the primaries, secondaries, and tail feathers are mottled black-andwhite. The back is mostly black or dark brown. The head is distinctive with a white crest, a face bisected by a dark eyestripe, and yellow eyes.

While there is much variation, the female tends to have a streakier breast than the male.

The Osprey’s talons are uniquely adapted for catching and carrying fish: their surfaces are rough, and their toes can be held with three forward and one back, or with two forward and two back, an arrangement seen in owls but not in other diurnal raptors. In flight, they are most often confused with gulls because of their long wings, which are bent at the wrist. However, the Ospreys have a bounce to their flight that gulls lack, concluded the website information

Sturgis Community Bingo winners listed

Sturgis Community Bingo winners for May 2 were: Jean Babiuk, Lila Duff, Delphine Whitehawk, Ann

Antoniuk (two), Verna Melnychuk, Michelle Schneider, Brunella Whitehawk, Vicky Tanton (two), Kim Rose, Denise

Barabonoff (two), Sonia

Severight and Rosalia Parlby.

Winners for May 9 were: Michelle Schneider (two), Karen Karcha, Regan King, Irene Lingl,

Vincent McKay (two), Vicky Tanton, Denise Barabonoff, Judy Stefanyshyn, Karen Yurkiw, Dawn Snider, Eugene Steciuk, Sharon Button and Sheila McLeod.

Brooke Huska, Brittany Smith, Kailey Rioch and Heather Strykowski.

Sturgis Mayor Don Olson attended the SUMA convention and brought home many positive comments.

The nesting Osprey in Endeavour have made their annual debut and have started building up their nest that was relocated last year.

Canora RCMP arrest male wanted in Yorkton

BY SGT. DEREK FRIESEN Canora RCMP Detachment

The Canora/Sturgis

RCMP responded to 42 calls from May 4 to May 11, including: one animal call, one assault, one being unlawfully in a dwelling, one break-and-enter, two failing to comply with probation order, two failing to appear in court, one Fire Prevention Act call, one fraud, one lost and found, one Mental Health Act call, three mischiefs, one theft of a truck, 14 traffic offenses, two traffic collisions, one uttering threats, three suspicious persons, two wellbeing checks and one prisoner.

Local RCMP help Yorkton

Members of the Canora/ Sturgis RCMP were

patrolling in Canora on May 8 when they recognized a male wanted for property-related offences out of Yorkton. The male was arrested and transported to Yorkton where he was remanded into custody.

Squatter On May 5, the Canora/ Sturgis RCMP received a report that a male was suspected of squatting in an abandoned home in Mikado. Police continue to investigate.

Welder stolen

The Canora/Sturgis RCMP received a report on May 6 of a break-and-enter that occurred on a property in the RM of Sliding Hills. Police learned a shed was broken into and a welder was stolen. If you have

any information about this incident, please contact the Canora RCMP at 306-563-4700, or you can also report anonymously via Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Facebook abuse

On May 7, the Canora/ Sturgis RCMP received a report that a female was posting messages on Facebook, which was in contravention of a condition on her probation order. The female was arrested and charged for failing to comply with her probation order.

Assault, car theft

The Canora/Sturgis RCMP were dispatched on May 8 to report of a disturbance in Canora. Police went to the scene and

learned a male assaulted a female and then stole her car. Police have charged and obtained a warrant of arrest for a 37-year-old male from Kamsack for assault, mischief, and taking a motor vehicle without consent.

Truck theft

On May 9, a black 2001 Ford 250 was stolen outside a residence on Roslyn Avenue in Canora. The licence plate on the vehicle is WILDB4. Canora/Sturgis RCMP is looking for assistance from the public regarding this incident.

Fraud complaint

The Canora/Sturgis RCMP received a complaint of a fraud in Canora on May 10. The caller was selling a pair of boots online for $300 and was contacted

by a potential buyer calling themselves Georgie Bee.

The caller determined the name and payment method were false and put a stop to the sale of the boots.

Threats have consequences

The Canora/Sturgis RCMP were dispatched on May 10 to a threats complaint in Sturgis. Police arrested a male for uttering threats and released him on an undertaking with conditions not to have contact or communication with two people.

Heavy traffic restrictions

On May 10, the Canora/ Sturgis RCMP patrolled Daniels Drive in Canora and stopped heavy trucks after 5 p.m. to educate the drivers of the town of Canora bylaw that only

Preeceville Council discusses alleged Code of Ethics violation

The Town of Preeceville council held a regular meeting March 15 in the Preeceville Town Office Council Chambers to discuss many topics.

Council acknowledged that in accordance with the Town of Preeceville Code of Ethics Bylaw, an alleged contravention of the Bylaw has been received and identified as a formal complaint. Town Council has investigated the Bylaw contravention complaint, found the contravention to be valid and substantial, and directs that the complaint will be recorded as a first violation under the Bylaw. It was acknowledged that the Town of Preeceville Mayor and Council write a letter to the honourable Everett Hindley, Minister of Rural

and Remote Health and Terry Dennis, Canora/Pelly MLA regarding follow-up matters to the meeting held with them on Feb. 28.

Council acknowledged and filed the Bylaw Enforcement Officer’s Report, the Mayor’s report, the Foreman report, the chief administrator and recreation reports.

The reports provided by Councillors Sheldon Luciw, Darin Newton, Florian Balawyder and Jesse Nelson from the virtual/ phone meeting held with the Honourable Everett Hindley, Minister of Rural and Remote Health and Terry Dennis, Canora/Pelly MLA on Feb. 28 were acknowledged as presented.

Councillors approved the Town to write a followup letter to the Preeceville

Minor Hockey Association and the Preeceville Arena Board to provide information on the roof repair plan for the Preeceville Skating Arena, and to inform them no major issues were found following Town Council’s inspections conducted of the Arena’s condition and operations.

Councillors Darin Newton and Welma Bartel were designated as the Town of Preeceville Voting Delegates to the 2023 SUMA Convention.

The report provided by Councillor Stacey Strykowski from the SUMAssure Annual General Virtual meeting held March 1 was accepted as presented. It was approved that the Town use the automated text and voice message services

provided by CallHub at an estimated cost of $120 per year, to contact delinquent utility account holders to provide them with the two pre-notices of their overdue bills instead of the previously done personal phone calls.

The request of the following property owner to have their Building Permit extended was approved for property at 513 Highway Avenue E, for a six-month extension.

The request received from the Preeceville Ukrainian Catholic Hall to designate the hall as a place of worship and fully exempt the hall from taxation was acknowledged. The Preeceville Ukrainian Catholic Hall is to be provided with a tax reduction for 2023 in an amount so

permits heavy truck traffic on the road between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Report tips and information

If you have any information about these or any other crimes, or any substances involved in these incidents, please contact the Canora RCMP at 306-563-4700, or you can also report anonymously via Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com. Call the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment Turn In Poachers & Polluters (TIPP) Line, tollfree, at 1-800-667-7561 or #5555 from a SaskTel cellphone (phone calls only, no text messages).

that they are only left paying the base tax amount set for the municipal taxes and an equivalent percentage of the school taxes as provided in past years, with this tax reduction to be reviewed for 2024.

Council approved that the Royal Canadian Legion, Preeceville, be provided with free use of the Preeceville Community Legion Hall for their annual Remembrance Day Service and for all Branch Board meetings; and further, that the Branch be charged in accordance with the Community Group - Legion Hall Rental Rates for all their fundraising activities, which are currently set at $150 per day or $75 per half day of use with an optional early entry fee for setup of $50 per day.

Mayor Ralph Ager and Councillors Sheldon Luciw and Darin Newton were authorized to attend the Canora/Sturgis RCMP Meeting with Municipalities on March 30 in Canora.

It was approved that Maureen Johnson be appointed as the Town of Preeceville’s delegate to the Parkland Regional Library and that approval be given for her to attend the Parkland Regional Library Annual General Meeting to be held on May 6 at Canora. The following committee reports were acknowledged: Preeceville Arena Board, Preeceville Recreation Board, Preeceville EDC/ Tourism Committee, and Parkland Regional Waste Management.

East Central Saskatchewan Crop Report

Seeding is progressing very slowly in the east central region as snow and excess water have been slow to disappear.

Producers are hoping for a warm dry forecast where they can see their fields dry up and allow field work to begin, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s weekly crop report for May 2 – 8, the first of the season. Currently producers in the region have three per cent of the crop in the ground, this is behind the five-year average of 9 per cent. Many producers have indicated that if the weather stays warm, they are seven to 10 days from seeding becoming general in their respective areas. There was minimal precipitation across the region during the reporting period. The Goodeve area received five mm while the

Esterhazy area received three mm. Producers would prefer the rain stay away for now until they get more of their seed in the ground. An increase in daily temperature would be welcomed, especially by livestock producers who are reporting their pastures have been very slow to green up.

Topsoil moisture levels look very good for the region after some adequate snowfall and cool weather aided water retention early

in the spring. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as five per cent surplus, 78 per cent adequate and 17 per cent short. Hay and pasture are rated as four per cent surplus, 71 per cent adequate, 22 per cent short and three per cent very short. Soil moisture appears to be suitable for seed germination and there should not be any moisture concerns early on for pastures.

Livestock producers are busy trying to wrap up

spring calving so they can move their cattle to pasture. There is little concern

over water availability for livestock due to good runoff and good dugout recharge.

Producers not yet seeding are busy preparing their equipment.

With

excess water slow to disappear, seeding progress has been slow to non-existent as producers wait for the weather to warm up and fields to dry up.

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LOOKING BACK A decade ago

The Preeceville School Grade 12 class participated in a CPR and first aid refresher course that was sponsored by the Preeceville Ambulance. *****

The Preeceville and District Slo-Pitch League reorganized for another ball season with eight teams registered. *****

The Preeceville Volunteer Fire Department personnel and the Preeceville Ambulance staff worked together in a hands-on training course. The training course was designed as a cross-training exercise where both departments received training and were educated in the different types of equipment used in both departments. *****

The Sturgis Horticulture Society hosted its annual Green Thumb Sale at the Sturgis Community Hall. *****

Corianne Metherell of Preeceville was presented with the StarSkate Saskatchewan Athlete award. Metherell was nominated for the award by the Tisdale Skating Club where she is an active skater. *****

Members of the Preeceville School travel club and chaperones traveled to Europe to visit Budapest, Prague, Vienna and Munich. *****

Sgt. Terry Wilson of the Canora/Sturgis RCMP detachment transferred to Leader after five years with the Canora/Sturgis detachment. *****

The new welcome to Rama sign encouraged visitors to visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes and the statue of St. Gianna Beretta Molla. *****

Members of the Gateway Co-op handed out equity cheques in Preeceville and Sturgis.

Many years ago, my hubby and I were lucky enough to visit beautiful Nova Scotia, and we spent several wonderful days in the very pretty town of Wolfville. It was mid June, and the town was in bloom!

Huge shrubs of azaleas were in glorious bloom just down the road at the Kentville Research Station, and in Wolfville, amazing containers of flowers were everywhere. At the stunning Victorian B&B where we were staying, the exquisite gardens seemed to be growing right before our eyes; but what I enjoyed the most was the lovely smell of the cedar mulch that covered the extensive flowerbeds. That cedar smell was absolutely heavenly!

Mulch comes in different forms, but whatever kind you choose, your garden will enjoy the benefits. Wood chips and bark are readily available, and these are our favourites because they look natural in our flowerbeds. If you are lucky enough to have a lot of trees in your yard, you can use their own fallen leaves as mulch.

At this time of year it might seem natural during spring clean-up to rake them all up, but just let them be. They keep the moisture in the ground, and also give excellent shelter to many beneficial insects in the garden. If you feel that the leaves are perhaps too thick, you can rake them up in the fall, chop them up with your lawnmower, then put them in garbage bags and store them over the winter in a dry location.

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The importance of saving rare livestock breeds has wide-ranging implications The Ag Scene

Recently, as I perused www.producer.com I came upon an article on rare breeds of livestock.

Rare breeds have long been an interest of mine – perhaps because when I was a youth my dad raised registered swine and when I was finally allowed my own I purchased a Lacombe gilt.

Lacombes are a breed that was developed in Canada, and when I was just a young lad there were quite a few breeders across the Prairies.

But, the breed fell out of favour and is now almost extinct in Canada with just a few animals left.

From a purely Canadian agriculture history perspective that is unfortunate.

Somewhat surprisingly, given Canada’s significant farm heritage, relatively few purebred livestock were developed here – Canadienne cattle, the Canadian horse, Chantecler chickens being other examples – none of which have huge numbers today.

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Of course a breed of livestock need not be developed here to have significance to this country’s past.

A breed of cattle such as the milking shorthorn was once popular because it was a dual-purpose animal, capable of supplying a reasonable quantity of milk and still be a decent beef type too, a combo coveted on the smaller mixed farms of the past.

Today dairy is highly specialized with breeds relied on that are carefully bred to produce milk in large quantities.

Beef animals are largely reared under standardized feedlot conditions.

The milking shorthorn couldn’t compete on either side of the cattle industry,

The Garden Grapevine

DEBBIE HAYWARD

In the spring, re-spread this beautiful, natural (free!) mulch around your plants.

Living in a country locale? Straw also can be used as mulch; put down a layer about three to six inches deep, but not right up against your plants. Grass clipping can also work, sort of, but you have to use a thin layer. These clippings provide good nitrogen, but if you layer the clippings too thickly you’ll end up with a steamy, less-than-fragrant situation! Do not use grass clippings if you have sprayed your lawn with any kind of chemical. And if you’re a gardener with a compost bin, compost is a wonderful mulch, even if you just use a thin layer combined with something else.

Why mulch? Mulch can make your gardening easier by helping to keep weeds down. With a layer of mulch, weeds don’t see the light of day. And if any do sprout, it’s easier to

and today, according to the producer.com article only 10 purebred Milking

Dairy Shorthorns are left in Canada.

Now, it easy to question whether the breed’s survival matters. The milking shorthorn is, at least at this point in time, as obsolete as the threshing machine is to harvesting wheat.

But, what of tomorrow?

We increasingly see governments seeking to impose new regulations on farmers regarding how they farm.

For example, another producer.com article discussed “Proposition 12, the California initiative that could see the state ban pork from barns and places that don’t have open housing

for gestating sows, as well as requiring open housing that goes beyond the sorts of open housing that many new barns have built.” If allowed to pass it will impact how swine are raised to access the huge California market. Change a finely tuned production system and the existing genetics may not thrive as well. If the system is changed enough will old breeds such as Tamworth and Large English Black swine be useful as they are breeds better suited to range production for example?

And, do we see a day where huge acre farms give way to smaller holdings again? It might seem far-fetched to think that today, but climate change and other factors will be altering the script of many things moving forward. However, if a breed goes extinct, the genetics are lost, and there are reasonable scenarios where that would be unfortunate for the livestock sector.

extract them from mulch than from soil. It’s truly a satisfying feeling to grab a handful of quackgrass and pull, and see two or three feet of rhizome slip easily out of the mulch! That would never happen in soil.

Mulch adds organic matter to your garden. Nutrients are slowly released as the compost slowly breaks down, resulting in happier and healthier soil. One of the garden’s best friends, earthworms, will be very happy if you mulch, because mulch will create more biological activity in your garden soil, a smorgasbord for the earthworms!

Mulch helps keep moisture in your soil by slowing down evaporation. It helps to keep the soil cooler, which is much more comfortable for the plants’ roots. And it’s nice to have mulch in your flowerbeds because if you want to pick a bloom from that plant way in the back, you don’t have to step on soil to get there! It keeps your garden neat, and keeps soil off your plant’s leaves after a big rain.

The best time to put on mulch is in the spring when your perennials are just starting to come up, but if you’re careful around your plants you can do it anytime. Don’t make a layer thicker than four inches, because yes, there can be too much of a good thing.

Isn’t it great to be outside? New garden miracles are popping up every day! Enjoy each day in the garden and have a lovely week.

Mulch isn’t exactly pretty, but it can help create an attractive garden

Preeceville and District Heritage Museum gears up for another season

The Preeceville and District Heritage Museum will officially open for the season on May 24 with an open house from 2-4 p.m. Everyone is welcome to drop in and see the museum and have coffee/tea and some delicious goodies that were popular in the 50s. “Our theme this year is the ‘Fabulous 50s,’ the years of baby boomers, abundance of colour, great music, and even greater vehicles,” stated Agnes Murrin, museum chairperson.

The museum will again have chili and homemade bread on July 13 as part of Old Home Week. They will also be holding a hamburger sale in conjunction with the Main Street Market on Aug. 25.

“The museum is hosting some tours this season and the Lutheran ladies come for their yearly Museum Tea. We are always open for tours and special events. Please contact myself or anyone else on the board. You can contact the museum at (306)547-2774 every day except Mondays.

“The Museum is excited to welcome our summer curator starting June 6. Please come by and say hello to Jillian Newton,” said Murrin

Some projects that the museum will be undertaking this year include: repairs to the clay oven, spring cleanup and painting of all the outside steps.

“One of the changes instituted during COVID-19

and something that will continue is admission by donation. Yearly memberships are also available at $10 for a single and $20 for the whole family. This allows you to visit the museum as often as you like,” said Murrin.

Some of the artifacts that have come in over the winter are: two hooked rugs, two very old wedding dresses, Tinker toys, a doll carriage, and some dishes. Artifacts that help depict the history of Preeceville and the people who lived here are always welcome. If spring cleaning or cleaning up a home after an elderly person has left, think about contacting the museum before discarding items.

“The museum board

is always looking for men and women to join the board. Meetings are monthly through the summer only. There are no meetings in the

cold winter. Currently we have seven board members (should be 12) and these individuals are telling me they are getting older. Please

consider joining the board and help keep the museum as part of the community and a great place to visit,” concluded Murrin.

NCC receives $100,000 in honour of coronation of King Charles III

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The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is being entrusted with the responsibility of delivering a gift of nature on behalf of the Canadian people to mark the coronation of King Charles III.

NCC has been chosen to receive a $100,000 donation from the Government

of Canada which will conserve natural habitat across the country. It will be used to achieve conservation of nature here at home and to support the next generation of conservation leaders – the organization’s interns. These young professionals deliver tangible, on-theground impact for the

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sake of nature and people, according to NCC.

NCC President and CEO Catherine Grenier said she cannot think of a better way to mark the coronation. The king’s wellknown love for nature and commitment to the environment is aligned with Canada’s pledge to conserve 30 per cent of

East and West Land Lake Track and Field Meet

BY JAINYLLE GAGNON

Grades 6-12 track and fi eld students were to take part in the East and West Land Lake Track and Field Meet on May 15, held at the Century Field in Yorkton.

Students from the

following Good Spirit School Division communities were to take part: Sturgis, Preeceville, Canora, Kamsack, Keeseekoose, Cote, Invermay, Norquay, and Yorkton. The events were: long jump,

high jump, triple jump, javelin, discus, shot put, hurdles, 100-metre dash, 200- metre dash, 400-metre run, 800-metre run, 1500-metre run, and 3000-metre run.

land and water by 2030. Conservation in Canada has global significance and Grenier hopes that news of this gift will inspire many more people to join in efforts to halt and reverse the loss of nature, reports NCC.

“The king has long

used his voice on the global stage to stress the urgency of a unified effort against the threats of climate change and biodiversity loss,” said Grenier.

“There is no solution to either challenge without nature conservation. This gift is a vote of confidence

in NCC’s ability and determination to drive sizeable and permanent results for nature, in Canada, and to prepare our young professionals to lead us all to a naturepositive future.”

To learn more, visit natureconservancy.ca.

Long-Term Auxiliary keeps on tradition on betterment of residents

The Preeceville Health Centre LongTerm Care residents continue to benefit from the Long Term Auxiliary’s help with the purchase of many item for the residents. Some of the donations include: a large floor shuffle board, a new roof on the gazebo on the patio, numerous outdoor planter boxes and many other items needed by the residents.

There is a Donation Tree hanging in the entrance of the LTC but due to unforeseen circumstances, the plaques are not ready for the Donation Tree.

“Thanks to the generosity from the people of our area, the recent donations went towards the purchase of three alternating lowair pressure mattress,” said Carol Kuzminski, Long Term Care Auxiliary member.

The Long Term Auxiliary continues to work for the benefit of Preeceville Health Centre Long-Term Care residents. Members of the Long Term Auxiliary, from left, were: (back row) Margret Zilch, Carol Kuzminski, Alice Hackman, Gerry Fairburn and Elaine Wishart; and (front) Morgan Ermel (Health Services Manager Invermay & Preeceville LTC), Mary Petrowski and Sandra Johnson (Recreation Coordinator). Members unavailable for the photograph were Gloria Daschuk and Pauline Beck. Mary Petrowski, is the longest member of the Auxiliary at over 30 years.

To kick off the new season, the Preeceville and District Heritage Museum will hold an open house on May 24.

Itʼs busy season for farmers, time to get the crop in the ground Taylor Sliva was busy on this field near Preeceville seeding wheat for Corwin Tonn on May 10.

Paddling down the Assniboine River from Preeceville to Sturgis in a fun afternoon were the Paddling and Beyond group, in no particular order: Dixon Paul, Dreyton Paul, Camryn Nelson, Shannon Nelson and Jared Prouse.

Paddling Preeceville and beyond

Kayaking, canoeing and the great outdoors has always been a passion for David Modeland of Preeceville, so much so that he has started his own business known as Modes of Adventure.

Modeland’s main focus is to foster a passion for the outdoors in youth and provide them with an

education of the natural world that surrounds us.

He has started a Facebook page inviting more people to join him in exploring paddling the great rivers and lakes around the local area.

“My passion has driven me to teach others about the great outdoors, from winter survival to

summer fun paddles in a kayak or canoe,” said Modeland. He has worked varies jobs throughout his life but has always felt that strong call for the outdoors. The Preeceville area has always felt like home, and he moved to Usherville where his parents had a cabin in 2017.

“Through my business

I am encouraging individuals to join me in exploring and learning about the nature around us,” continued Modeland. “I will be hosting a variety of workshops through the summer with the first one being a Recreation Kayak workshop at Lady Lake Regional Park on

May 21 with Colin Frey from Renewed By Nature instructing the course. The workshop will instruct participants how to get on to the water safely and efficiently.”

Modeland has experience paddling rivers across the country and is hoping to continue exploring Saskatchewan

rivers. Other courses he would like to offer include: bush craft, archery coaching, winter camping, wilderness, and learning about wild foliage. His focus is to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge to go out on their own successful and safely.

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Camryn and Shannon Nelson, in the background, were part of the kayaking trip down the Assiniboine River instructed by David Modeland.

A Saskatchewan sunset view from a kayak

Important milestone in the spiritual journey of local youth

St. Patrick ʼs R.C. Church of Sturgis confirmed 11 candidates on April 30. Then, during the Eucharist celebration they received the Sacrament of First Holy Eucharist. From left, were: (back row) Max McLaughlin, Fr. Andrew Sowa, O.M.I, Jaxon Neilson and, (front) Stanley Prokulevich , Dominic Sliva, Rebecca Karcha, Arianna Sliva, Calliean Bell, Christina Paligan, Arianna Neilson, Caleb Korchinski, and Monica Anguluan. The celebration ended with a pot luck dinner and a specially-decorated cake

Ukrainian dance members kept busy sharing passion for culture

The Barveenok Ukrainian Dance Club was invited to the Yellow Quill First Nations to participate in their Cultural Night on

March 27. Tara and Lindy Romanchuk presented Taylor from the Yellow Quill First Nation with a Traditional Kutska Scarf. The club performed a few

of the dances and all the dancers wore different costumes to show the large variety of colour and styles and the different Regions of Ukraine.

The Club group was also invited to dance at the Invermay Health Centre on April 27.

“We also danced at the Kalyna’s 20th Festival of Ukrainian Dance held at the Anne Portnuff Theater in Yorkton April 28-30,” said Sandra Johnson, club president. The adjudicator this year was Lana Niland.

Club members received a number of awards. Amber Macdonald scored an 88 and a silver medal for her Poltava solo; 89 and a silver for her senior girls Poltava; 90 for gold, senior girls Transcarpathian, and 89 points for a silver in senior girls Bukovynian.

Maycee and Sandra Johnson performed a Mother/Daughter Duet

and scored a 90 for a gold medal.

Karlie Macdonald and Maycee Johnson performed a Hutzul Duet that scored 89 for a silver medal, Eva Romanchuk scored a 90 and a gold for her Volyn solo dance,

Eva Romanchuk and Allie Babiuk scored a 90 to earn gold for their duet Poltava, Lindy Romanchuk scored 88 for a silver medal for her Hutzul solo, and the beginner group scored a 90 for a gold

medal-winning Poltava performance. The Barveenok Intermediate Group scored a 90 for a gold medal for their Poltava dance and an 89 to win silver for their Hutzul performance.

Maycee and Sandra Johnson, seen here at the recent Barveenok Ukrainian Dance Club spring concert, performed a Mother/Daughter Duet and scored a 90 for a gold medal at the Kalyna 20th Festival of Ukrainian Dance in Yorkton on April 28-30.

Green thumb sale another success in Sturgis

The Sturgis Horticulture Society hosted its annual Green Thumb sale at the Sturgis Community Hall on May 4.

Avid gardeners had the opportunity to check out what was new in flowers and ask questions about the planting season.

A variety of certified seed potatoes were available for sale as well as a few house plants.

Lunch and refreshments concluded the event.

Lacrosse increasing in popularity

The Sturgis Lacrosse organization is happy to announce that another season of lacrosse has kicked off with the first practice.

“I am excited to announce that the snow is going away on the lacrosse field, and we will be beginning practice and we have 100 players registered to play.” said Kristen Peterson, representative from the organization. Practice times are Mondays and Wednesdays at the Sturgis Composite School grounds on the lacrosse field. Players who are registered are from Sturgis, Preeceville, Canora, Yorkton,

Norquay, Invermay and Langenburg. Coaches for the season are, Frazer Will (U7), Lisa Serdachny (U9), James Johnson and Conrad Peterson (U11), Riley Erickson and Shae Peterson (U13), Shae Peterson and Conrad Peterson (U15), and Shae Peterson, Conrad Peterson and Bo Babiuk (U17-U20).

Nicole Korpusik and Kristen Peterson will be instructing the girls teams that have over 30 players registered. Craig Folk and Cory Babiuk are assisting in coaching both girls teams.

Upcoming

tournaments scheduled that the teams will be participating in are: Yorkton, May 26-28; Sturgis home tournament, June 3; and Saskatoon, June 10-11. Provincials will be held in Saskatoon on June 1011 for U11 and U13 teams. Provincials for U15, U17 and U20 teams will be held in Regina on June 16-18.

“I am excited for the season to get started and to see the fields filled with players. Thank you to all the coaches who are offering their time to coach. Our club does not run without you! We are always welcoming of new

people wanting to learn, so if anyone is interested just let one of us know,” concluded Peterson.

Executive members for Sturgis Lacrosse are: Conrad Peterson, president; Craig Folk,

vice-president; Jean Babiuk, treasurer and Kristen Peterson, secretary and registrar.

Canora and surrounding area turns out in large numbers for Cinco de Mayo excitement

If the streets and sidewalks of Canora seemed unusually bare from about 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on May 5, it’s probably because almost everyone went to Cinco de Mayo at the Sylvia Fedoruk Centre for beer gardens, Mexican food and drinks, and the market.

Organizers estimate that a minimum of 1,500 people from Canora and many surrounding communities were in attendance at some point, and according to Brandi Zavislak, community development officer

and member of the Canora Tourism Fundraising Committee that organized the event, “I’ve never seen that many people in the curling rink.”

Zavislak said the idea for the event came from the committee’s ongoing goal to host a variety of events for Canora and area residents to enjoy.

“It was an absolute outstanding success. We have thought about it for a while, we want to do different exciting things in our market,” she said. “We have

discovered that Fridays are very good for fundraising. The work week is over and everyone appreciates the chance to go out and enjoy themselves. We believe that the recipe for a successful event is to ‘think outside the box,’ make it a unique experience and create a fun atmosphere. We came up with our own unique way of lighting, which added to the fun atmosphere.”

The event had over 50 vendors, and didn’t have room for any more.

“We had four food

vendors and they all ran out of food,” reported Zavislak.

She said her past experience as owner of the Canora Flower Shop helped with creating the colourful and eye-catching decorations for Cinco de Mayo.

Zavislak said this type of an event was a first for many visitors and they all seemed to enjoy themselves.

“People were amazed at how well organized it was.”

In addition to the Canora Tourism Fundraising Committee, Megan Scherban and members of

Town Public Works were also involved in organizing and getting set up for the event.

During the seven-hour event, over $8,100 was raised, which will go to making more local improvements in Canora.

“We are always looking for ways to promote local businesses and community groups,” said Zavislak.

“We work hard to promote and make the events unique, and we’ve been

getting huge turnouts from not only Canora but also many surrounding communities.”

The lineup of Canora events will continue for the next several months, starting with Full Moon Friday coming up on June 2. It is being promoted as a familyfriendly event, featuring magician Magic Ben and hypnotist Corrie J.

Tickets are available and for more information, contact Brandi Zavislak.

The Sturgis Community Hall was the site of the Sturgis Horticulture Societyʼs annual Green Thumb Sale on May 4. Society members from left, were: Jean Babiuk, Suzy Jolson, Hazel Urbanoski, Mavis Morken, Elaine Meachem, Lillian Smith and Elizabeth Prestie.

The Sturgis Lacrosse organization kicked off another season of lacrosse with its first practice. There are two all-girls lacrosse teams registered.

Cari Graham of Preeceville, owner of Cari ʼ s Comfy Creations makes stuffed toys for kids, aprons, towels, and various kitchen items out of yarn, which were on display at Cinco de Mayo.

Joanne Craig of Preeceville displayed family birthstone necklaces and other jewelry made of Czech Crystal.

Dandee Care Natural Products of Buchanan, owned by Jocelyne St-Jacques was a popular stop for salve, toner, lip balm, bug spray, deodorant, body butter and more, with all skin-care products made of parts of the dandelion plant.

Once again, Highway 5 makes annual list of top ten worst roads

From April 4 to 25, Saskatchewan road users including pedestrians, motorists, cyclists, transit riders, and motorcyclists, have nominated and voted for their worst, unsafe roads. The common safety concerns for worst, unsafe roads are crumbling pavement, potholes, lack of maintenance or repair, congestion, not enough signage, and poor infrastructure.

Here are the CAA 2023 Top Ten Worst Roads:

1). Saskatchewan 44, Eston. Major problem: Potholes

2). Saskatchewan 30, Eston. Major problem: Potholes

3). Coteau Street West,

Moose Jaw. Major problem: Potholes

4). Highway 13, Redvers. Major problem: Potholes

5). Saskatchewan 5, Buchanan. Major problem: Poor road maintenance (#5 in 2022 CAA Worst Roads campaign)

6)/ Butte Street, Pilot Butte. Major problem: Potholes

7). Saskatchewan 9, Whitewood. Major problem: Potholes

8). Saskatchewan 123, Petaigan/Ravendale/ Pemmican Portage. Major problem: Potholes

9). Highway 9, Hudson Bay. Major problem: Potholes (#3 in 2022 and 2021 and #5 in 2018 CAA

Worst Roads)

10). Old Highway 35, White Fox. Major problem: Potholes

A total of 292 roads were nominated and voted on during this year’s CAA Worst Roads campaign. These included roads and highways from across the province that have made CAA’s Worst Roads Top Ten list in previous years such as: Saskatchewan 5 Buchanan (#5 in 2022), Saskatchewan 47 Springside (#2 in 2022 and #2 in 2018), 9th Avenue Southwest in Moose Jaw (#10 in 2022 and in 2018), as well as some new additions including Regina’s Connaught

Street, Weyburn’s 1st Avenue Northeast, and Wanuskewin Road in Saskatoon. The collection of roads nominated and voted during this year’s campaign does indicate that Saskatchewan road users are concerned about their safety while travelling on our roads and highways, with this year’s top ten list indicating the roads that received the majority of the votes.

Weather conditions, age of the roads, heavy traffic, and lack of maintenance can cause road deterioration. In cold climates like Saskatchewan, the freeze-thaw cycle plays a key role in creating potholes

– a problem that occurs when temperatures regularly go above and below the freezing point. When rain or snow seeps through cracks and openings in the pavement, it freezes and expands, causing the pavement to heave upward. As temperatures rise, the ground underneath the pavement returns to its normal level, leaving a cavity or hole, which breaks apart with continued road user traffic over the fractured pavement.

Saskatchewan is a landlocked province and has almost 250,000 km of roads, the highest length of road surface compared to any other province in Canada.

These roads, often a lifeline for many residents, are used on a regular basis for business and leisure road travel and when these roads are allowed to deteriorate, road users pay the price.

CAA Saskatchewan is a dedicated safety advocate, and the CAA Worst Roads is an online engagement campaign aimed at drawing attention to our province’s worst, unsafe roads. This year’s top ten list of worst roads will be distributed to government and business leaders in hopes of sparking conversation and action. Working towards better roads and safety for all road users is a priority for CAA Saskatchewan.

Call for applications for provincial youth co-design team

Saskatchewan young people are being asked to help make a difference in the way supports and services are delivered to youth as part of a provincial team to co-design Integrated Youth Services (IYS).

The John Howard Society of Saskatchewan (JHSS), in partnership with the Government of Saskatchewan, is seeking

youth and young people between the ages of 12 and 25 to share their lived knowledge and perspective in shaping services and supports for youth.

“The perspective of young people is vital as we create locations across the province to make it easier and faster for them to find the services they’re looking for all in one spot,” Everett

Hindley, Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors and Rural and Remote Health Minister, said in a release. “Working across government and with community partners to coordinate these services helps ensure supports are accessible to our young people and their families.”

Integrated Youth Services is a national and

international movement, aimed at reimagining how youth and their families find and access the resources, services and supports they need.

Under contract since November, the JHSS is implementing a provincial model for Integrated Youth Services, providing rapid access to youth-targeted supports, with a focus on

Throwback Thursday: From the Preeceville Progress Files

May 15, 1975 - The READ Club in Preeceville hosted Mother’s Day Tea.

May 17, 1973 - Aurora Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star celebrated its 25th anniversary in Preeceville.

May 29, 1980 - The 16th annual inspection of the Royal Canadian Army Cadets, Sturgis squadron was held at the Sturgis Composite High School gymnasium.

May 3, 1973 - A fashion show was the highlight of the Sturgis 4-H Sewing Club achievement day.

May 18, 1978 - Squaw Lake was stocked with rainbow trout.

prevention and early intervention. Services offered are typically for mental health and substance misuse, peer supports, primary care, education, employment and training, and social and community services.

“We want young people to lead the way for IYS,” said Pamela Reimer, John Howard Society of Saskatchewan Integrated Youth Services Director. “We want IYS to be made for youth, by youth and the Youth Co-design Team will play an important role in guiding the creation of an IYS model for Saskatchewan.”

Services will be offered in at least three physical locations across the province. Locations will be determined in the months ahead.

Virtual programming will begin while physical locations are being established. This inter-sectoral initiative includes leadership and support from the Ministries of Health, Education, Social Services, Justice, Corrections, Policing and Public Safety, Advanced Education, Immigration and Career Training, and Government Relations.

Saskatchewan youth interested in serving on the co-design team can apply at https://saskiys.ca/. Deadline is May 23, 2023.

Information on Integrated Youth Services is available at https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/ integrated-youth-services.

In Loving Memory of our wife, mother, baba and great-baba

ROSE KARDYNAL

March 15, 1939 - May 19, 2004

May 11, 1967- Preeceville Tire and Battery Service opened for business at junction of No.9 and No. 49 highways in Preeceville. From left, were: Jack Crowe, Bob Matheson, both of Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co., Anne and Ed Haskewich, and Bill Crosson.

May 6, 1976- Natonal Farmerʼs Union Queen candidates from left, were: Betty Ann Kuzma of Norquay, Debbie Groniniski of Stenen, Debbie Miller of Hinchcliffe and Teresa Hudye of Norquay.

May 30, 1974- Members of the Preeceville High School graduation class, from left, were: (back row) Jane Clark, Cynthia Milette, Jane Stefanyshyn, Donald Sawkiw, Carol Stefanyshyn, Nick Groot, Rick Strykowski, Randy Hrywkiw, Clarence Shushelnicki, Murray Lozinski, Carla Mattison, Darlene Everitt, Molly Tulik, and Snaron Brodziak and, (front) Victoria Shuya, Faye Everitt, Vonda Rosaasen, Yvonne Deters, Cynthia Prestie, Patricia Tetlock and Elene Homstol.

May 15, 1975- Preeceville Rangers, Girl Guides and Brownies sold cookies to local residents during their fundraiser campaign. From left, were: (back row) Lorraine Deters, Maureen Semchuk, Shirley Lowe and Polly Duguid and (front) Patricia Preston and Shelley Bowey.

Please hold her in your arms, Dear Lord, And treasure her with care; Make up for all she suffered, And all she had to bear. Please whisper in her ear, Dear Lord,

In case she did not hear How much we truly love her, And wish she was still here. We love and miss you.

- Husband Steve, children Lisa,

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ANAKA - Harold James Anaka, husband of Carol Anaka, of Preeceville, passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023. He was 75 years of age. Harold James Anaka was born September 9, 1947, in Canora SK to Peter and Anna Anaka and was the oldest of four children. Growing up on the farm, his first language was Ukrainian. When he started school, it’s there he learned to speak English. He attended Goodhue School until Grade 5, and Stenen school for his middle years. When attending Stenen school, he would catch a ride or walk to and from school, stay with his God Parents during the week and return home to spend time with family on weekends. He later graduated from the Sturgis Composite High School, and continued his education in Business and Management. While in high school he had his eye on Carol German but was too shy to ask her out. Carol went off to work in Regina and he was like a lost puppy. Carol returned to help her parents and they finally started dating. After 5 years of courting, they were married on July 20,1974. They welcomed their first daughter, Michelle in 1978, followed by Carla in 1982. Harold started his career in Yorkton working for Weber Brothers and Standard Motors. He also worked various roles at Formo Motors, Sask Forest Products and Beaver Lumber. Finally, Harold devoted the remainder of his career to Yorkton and McDiarmand Lumber for 25 years. At that same time, he also worked side-by-side with his father on the family grain farm. He later took over the farm and farmed until his health started to decline, and eventually decided to fully retire from farming 4 years ago. In his younger years, Harold enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He could hardly wait for hunting season, to set up bush camp with his brother-in-laws Ray and Walter near McBride Lake. Later into retirement he loved to help Carol make perogies, tarts, clean mushrooms and cut cabbage. His favorite was to decorate shortbread cookies at Christmas. Harold’s other passion was music. From the young age of 12, he self-taught music on many instruments - but base guitar and violin was his favorites. He played for countless social events with his father, along with his brothers and many other talented musicians, and eventually his daughter Carla. He played music up until 10 years ago and decided to retire from performing. However, he always liked to pick up the violin and play when he had the chance. He took great pride in showing the nephews his violin and letting them play, and he was even more proud to have the opportunity to share the violin with his grandchildren Quinn and Averie as they listened and danced around the living room. When Harold learned he was going to be a grandpa he was very proud and happy. He would tell people I have 2 grandchildren, Quinn and Averie, and he enjoyed every moment with them. He loved to Facetime with Quinn and Averie and learn of their adventures, whether it was about Quinn’s hockey and baseball, or Averie’s cats and lambs. Harold looked forward to his Grandchildren visiting - and there were always lots of laughs. He loved reading books with Quinn and watch him work with his hands and fix and put things together, and chuckling at Averie’s assertive and bubbly personality, telling Grandpa at the supper table “Grandpa, push up your sleeves” “need a bib” and painting his nails. He loved the cards and crafts the kids made for him, and always reminded Carol to have their favorite foods and some presents when they visited. Grandpa also always gave them money to buy treats or toys. Harold is predeceased by his parents Peter and Anna Anaka, father and mother-in-Law Joe and Annie German & brothers inlaw Dennis German and Alvin Cote. He is survived by his wife Carol, daughters Michelle (Rory), Carla (Marcelin), Grandchildren Quinn and Averie, brothers Dan (Collette), Ron (Marci), sister Marlene (Jack) as well as brothers and sisters-in-laws Kathleen (Ray) Pottle, Walter (Gwen) German, Betty (Darryl) Lockwood, Jerry (Betty) German, Peggy Gizen, Diane Cote as well as Aunts Phyllis Anaka, Vicky Rougeau, Pearl Petrash, and Hazel Phillips as well as generations of nieces, nephews and cousins. Harold held a special place in his heart for his Godchildren Marc Starner, Shaeleen, Kyle, Curtis Anaka, and Kerrilynn Trost, as well as many other lifelong friends. Funeral Services were held on Friday, April 28, 2023, from the Chapel of Preeceville Funeral Home with Doreen Day, Certified Celebrant, officiating. Harold’s brother, Ron Anaka, read a tribute and Valerie Pottle read the eulogy, Jody Baumung did a special reading and Carla Anaka spoke and thanked various groups, and people. The service was concluded with the playing of Little Brown Jug; a song that was special to Harold. Interment followed in the Preeceville Community Cemetery with Ted Parasiuk, Marc Starner, Larry Pottle, Jason Smalley, Brent Lane and Marcelin Perras serving as casket bearers. Special mention was made of Harold’s Godchildren, Marc Starner, Shaeleen, Kyle and Curtis Anaka and Kerrilyn Trost. Memorials in memory of Harold may be made to the charity of one’s choice as gifts of remembrance. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Harold’s tribute page at preecevillefuneralhome.com. Arrangements were entrusted to Preeceville Funeral Home.

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CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE was one of many airbases that were part of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan (a massive plan to train air crew.) After the was over there were many surplus buildings. Preeceville purchased one of those buildings and moved it to Preeceville but while moving the building it ran into problems and the move was suspended until the following year.

The Preeceville Legion has had its ups and downs and in 1979 they were faced with financial difficulties. The building was turned over to the Preeceville Lions Club on a 10-year agreement. The Legion took back possession in 1990 but membership declined and the hall was turned over to the Town of Preeceville in October 2007.

“Three years ago, the Legion had a serious discussion about giving up the charter and disbanding the Preeceville Legion as the club was down to only four members. Now, the club has rebounded and has 19 members involved. The Legion provides a Remembrance Day Service, runs the poppy campaign, oversees the poster and literacy contest at the Preeceville School, and promotes the Youth Track and Field program.

“When the Legion began, an individual had to be a veteran to join but the rules changed through the years as veteran numbers declined. As long as Canada has a military and as long as we continue to send our military to fight, there will be a requirement for the

Royal Canadian Legion.”

After the banquet, a toast was made to the King and to the Fallen. A round table was set up at the back of the hall in recognition and pay tribute to the Fallen Comrades and the following information was given to help explain the significance of the settings on that table.

“You may have noticed the small table set for one that is off on its own. It is reserved to honour our fallen comrades in arms. This symbolizes that they are here with us in spirit. We should never forget the brave men and women who answered our nation’s call and served the cause of freedom in a special way. We are ever mindful that the sweetness of enduring peace has always been tainted by the bitterness

of personal sacrifice. We are compelled to never forget that while we enjoy our daily pleasures, there are others who have endured the agonies of pain, deprivation and death.

“I would like to explain the meaning of the items on this special table.

“The table is roundto show our everlasting concern for our fallen comrades.

“The tablecloth is white - symbolizing the purity of their motives when answering the call to duty.

“The single red rose, displayed in a vase, reminds us of the life of each of our fallen comrades, and the loved ones and friends of these comrades who keep the faith.

“The vase is tied with a red ribbon, symbol of our continued determination to remember our fallen comrades.

“A slice of lemon on the bread plate is to remind us of the bitter fate of those who will never return.

“A pinch of salt symbolizes the tears endured by the families of those

who have sacrificed all.

“The Holy Book represents the strength gained through faith to sustain those lost from our country.

“The glass is inverted, they cannot toast with us at this time.

“The chair is empty because they are no longer with us,” explained Lesko.

Lesko recited a letter of congratulations from

Terry Dennis, CanoraPelly MLA and the Zone Commander Halley Hilts. The Legion presented Jack Maciborski, a Preeceville Harvard 606 Air Cadet with a $1,000 Legion bursary.

Maciborski is the greatgrandchild of Second World War veteran Dennis Hugh McAllister and has been accepted into the University of Saskatchewan enrolled

in engineering. The bursary was made possible through The Poppy Fund with special criteria required.

Cathay Wagantall, Yorkton-Melville MP, was in attendance and brought special greetings and presented the Legion with a special plaque. The evening concluded with a draw for door prizes and silent auction items.

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The Preeceville Legion celebrated its 90th anniversary with special acknowledgement from Cathay Wagantall, Yorkton-Melville Member of Parliament. Members from left, were: Don Steciuk, Darlene Medlang, Val Steciuk, Maureen Johnson, Brian Rogowski, Bill Lesko, Blaine Medlang, Cathay Wagantall, Agnes Murrin, Phil Murrin, Adriane Larrive, Jeremy Mattison, Darwin Chalupiak, Donna Chalupiak, and Shelly Scebinski.

The Preeceville Legion celebrated its 90th anniversary and honoured ambassadors and war veterans who joined in the celebration. From left, were: Amber Spray, Hein Bertram, Camryn Nelson, Jack Maciborski (cadet), Cathay Wagantall (Yorkton-Melville MP), Fiona Pinaroc and Adrienne Larrivee.

Bill Lesko, Preeceville Legion president, welcomed everyone to the Preeceville Legionʼs 90 anniversary.