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WEYBURN & AREA VOLUME 3 ISSUE 4

IT’S SO GOOD TO BE HOME

Country & Co. Home Décor

TOP INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS FIVE REASONS TO THANK A FARMER TOWN FEATURES: RADVILLE CARLYLE

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’ve said it before but I’m going to say it again, I love season change, especially fall. The changing colours are beautiful! I also love decorating my home for fall; some of my favourite pieces were purchased at Country and Co. The style of décor they offer can make anyone’s home feel warm and welcoming.

The cover of our fall issue features Tricia Wilgenbusch of Country & Co. Home Décor. Their write-up will give you a glimpse of what Tricia’s store has to offer. Personalize your home with unique seasonal décor or custom furniture pieces to suit your style.

It’s time to pull out your scarves, sweaters and leggings. Kiteen Mainil’s fashion column talks about six different ways to style your leather leggings this season. Reading this piece made me excited for the cooler weather.

Our business section has an inspiring editorial on reasons to thank a farmer. They are the backbone of our community and of the world. When eating a meal, we often don’t think about where our food comes from, but we need to be more mindful.

The top interior design trends editorial features rich, bold colours, mixed metals, startling geometrics; it will inspire you to try something new and trendy in your home décor.

Impress family and friends with a decadent pumpkin pecan pie recipe. Perfect for fall!

Thank you for your support. Your dedication inspires us to work hard to bring you a quality, local publication.

Happy reading!

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Photography Big Dog Photography, Emde Photography, Images By Jon Gillies Contributing Writers Brook Thalgott, Erin Legg, Kaley Schultz, Kiteen Mainil, Tonya Lambert

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DEPARTMENTS 8 | STYLE & BEAUTY Leather Leggings Styled Six Ways 12 | BEST YOU Becoming Your Best You 18 | AT HOME Top Interior Design Trends for 2018 28 | COMMUNITY A Smile Never Tasted So Good 29 | EVENTS CALENDAR 41 | BUSINESS & INDUSTRY Celebrating Veterinary Technicians 62 | TOWN FEATURE Radville 69 | WHEELS Cold Weather Car Care 74 | TOWN FEATURE Carlyle

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COVER FEATURE: Country & Co. Home Décor - It’s So Good to be Home

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AGRICULTURE FEATURE: Five Reasons to Thank a Farmer

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MENTAL WELLNESS FEATURE: Breaking the Silence

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STYLE & BEAUTY

leather leggings STYLED SIX WAYS I often get asked if I could choose just one staple item in my closet, what would it be? My answer varies depending on the season, but for fall, my answer for the past two years has been faux leather leggings.

I love their texture, fit, stretch and, most importantly, their versatility. To share just how versatile they are, I’ve incorporated leather leggings into six completely different looks!

DATE NIGHT READY

Literally, the comfiest date night outfit you’ll ever wear! I put on my leggings, a dressier tunic and heels when I know I’m going to want to pig out at supper (and let’s be honest, that’s every date night - haha!) and then still be comfortable sitting in a movie theatre after that.

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STYLE & BEAUTY

BUSINESS CASUAL

Usually I’d caution against wearing leather or leggings in the office, but if you are fortunate enough to work in an office that has a more casual dress code, try pairing leather leggings with your favourite oversized blazer or structured jacket and blouse.

ALL BLACK ER’THANG

This specific look is so classic and, in my opinion, will never go out of style! You can’t go wrong with an all-black look.

Always remember to throw on your favourite scarf to complete the outfit – mine happens to be leopard print – which pairs so nicely with black.

FAV AIRPORT OUTFIT

I practically wear a variation of this outfit every time I’m going to the airport! Leggings are by far the comfiest option for air travel (or any long-distance travel for that matter) and you can’t go wrong with the basics: sneakers, a white t-shirt, and a denim jacket!

There you have it! My fav fall staple styled six different ways. Which look is your favourite?!

FALL LAYERS PLAID TWIST

I wouldn’t be a true Saskatchewan girl if I didn’t throw some plaid into the mix of one of my outfits! Nothing screams fall to me more than plaid, leggings and knee-high boots. I also put a puffer vest on over top of this outfit when it gets a little chillier out.

The thing about fall is that sometimes it's still too hot for sweaters during the day and sometimes it cools right down in the afternoon/evenings. That's why I like to layer up with a basic t-shirt, a long sleeve button up, and a vest. You can wear each item separately or together (depending on Mother Nature's mood) and use your leather leggings as the perfect base to compliment each layer!

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Information provided by Kiteen Mainil with Kiteen’s Closet. Kiteen and her family live in Weyburn. She’s a proud mother to Violet and wife to a hardworking farmer. Kiteen’s obsessed with floral prints, things that sparkle, earth tones and of course, greats deals on good quality clothing! To learn more, visit www.kiteenscloset.com @kiteenscloset kiteenscloset kiteenscloset

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Friends Fur-Ever:

Pet Valu Welcomes All Animals (and their owners too)

By Erin Legg Photo Images by Jon Gillies and Big Dog Photography

Local entrepreneur Melanie Ror has the best job. She successfully combines her passions for animals, business and leadership as the owner of Weyburn’s Pet Valu. Here, all animals are welcome to bring in their owners, mingle with the staff and check out the products and services offered.

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elanie and her pet expert staff receive customer inquiries that range from pet nutrition, general care and even entertainment. Because pet nutrition has always been an interest for Melanie, she takes pride in the fact that Pet Valu offers nutritious food for animals that fits every pet owners’ budget. Pet

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Valu carries both commonly-found brand names and its own exclusive brands, such as Performatrin. “Performatrin is a scientifically-formulated brand of dog and cat food that is suitable for all sizes, activity levels, ages and breeds,” she explains. Melanie is confident recommending the brand to her customers because it is a line of nutrition

produced using top-quality ingredients, including meat and vegetables sourced from Canada and the US (with the exception of lamb, which comes from New Zealand).

The vast supply of food and treats is just one component of the store. A not-sohidden gem within the walls of Pet Valu is the in-store, self-serve dog wash. Here, dog owners find everything required to give their dog a good cleaning: shampoo, brushes, towels, a dryer, cologne and (of course) free treats. “Everyone who comes in loves the convenience of the dog wash,” Melanie grins. “When you bathe your dog at home, it’s a big job to

clean up afterwards. Here, we provide everything you need and even do the clean up for you!”

If you’re interested in trying the dog wash, but are unsure how your dog will react, Melanie suggests bringing your dog into the store for visiting and socializing.

“We always make sure it’s a happy environment for them when they come in,” she says. “So if you or your dog are nervous about the dog wash, bring them in a few times to get used to the store.”

The dog wash is suitable for dogs of all sizes. Available for customers during store hours and on a walk-in basis, each dog wash is an affordable 10 dollars. Pet Valu offers a “buy six, get the seventh wash free” deal through its Your Rewards Programs. This program also provides members with special flyer deals, so be sure to sign up.

The staff of Pet Valu undergoes rigorous training through an online course delivered by the University of California Davis Extension School. This covers everything from health concerns to nutrition to customer service. Melanie attributes Pet Valu’s highly regarded customer service standard to this training. In fact, Pet Valu Weyburn was recently awarded the Golden Service Award at this year’s WEYBEX Awards ceremony. “Everything this entailed was because of the training and education of the staff, leading to the customer service they provide,” Melanie says. “We have a great process and are always learning.

And as a business owner, I’m constantly doing personal development, too, so I can lead and help people.”

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BEST YOU

Becoming

Your Best You

By Jaime Johnson

We buy winter tires to prevent accidents on icy roads or brush our teeth to avoid cavities and gingivitis, yet all too often we fail to take preventative measures to ward off illness or injury. Healthy eating, exercise and other efforts are all measures that can be used maintain health and wellness and support the long-term viability and vitality of our bodies.

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lean eating

Food should be viewed as the first step in a preventative health care approach. The food we eat provides the body with the tools needed to support healthy muscles and organs, the immune system and hormone function. Nutrients help protect and repair cells from environmental and cellular damage.

Carbohydrates and fats fuel the body, while protein builds muscle and fosters a stronger immune system. Without a healthy diet, the effectiveness of any of these essential functions may be compromised.

Healthy or “clean� eating involves eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, healthy fats and proteins. It means cutting back on refined grains and sugars, salt and unhealthy fats. Eating clean will help mitigate risks for future diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer. It can also result in more energy, clearer thinking, less anxiety and reduced muscle and joint inflammation.

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BEST YOU

Embracing preventative health care and making healthy lifestyle choices are some of the best ways to stay healthy and stave off injuries and illnesses.

Dietary Supplements Eating a well-balanced diet can be challenging to achieve with our busy lifestyles. Moreover, the necessary vitamins and nutrients are not always readily available or accessible in the foods we eat. Dietary supplements can help to meet the daily requirements our bodies need. Supplementing your diet with certain vitamins and nutrients may reduce your risk of developing conditions, such as heart disease, high cholesterol and osteoporosis. Some studies also suggest that a proper diet and supplementation may also aid in preventing and treating mental fatigue and bolster our ability to deal with stress.

It is important, however, to seek advice

from a dietary or health professional to determine the right amount of nutrients and vitamins required for you.

Yoga Yoga is a mind and body practice that involves physical poses, breath control, deep relaxation and meditation/ mindfulness techniques, which are used to improve strength and flexibility and to enhance mental and physical wellbeing. Performing yoga postures gently stretches and exercises muscles, while the deep breathing and meditation techniques calms the mind and can help lower blood pressure and ease stress.

Yoga is less strenuous than many other types of exercise and can be modified to accommodate any level of fitness.

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Gym / Exercise When someone is affected by injury or illness, physiotherapy can help restore movement and function.

Using specialized exercises, muscle movement and function is improved.

While physiotherapy is widely known for rehabilitation, it is also useful for injury and illness prevention and can help with problems caused by poor posture and sedentary lifestyles. Tailored exercises are created to build fitness and flexibility and improve function. If an injury does occur, these preventative measures improve resiliency and can shorten the recovery process.

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Yes, You Can-Do! Local Fitness Facility Promotes Healthy Habits

Sharon Leguee

By Erin Legg Photos by Images by Jon Gillies

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very journey has a first step.

For Sharon Leguee, while she has always been committed to health and wellness, her journey began when she joined Curves in the early 2000s. It wasn’t long before she found herself a Curves’ employee, and then suddenly, she was the owner of the Weyburn franchise!

“It’s been a lot of fun,” Sharon admits of her entrepreneurial journey.

Sharon is a firm believer in setting goals for oneself and working hard to achieve

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them. Perhaps that is why she’s decided to set the bar higher for her business aspirations and to open her own fitness facility this September called Can-Do Fitness.

that, ‘It won’t be a good workout for me.’

So many women have come in here and are surprised. You make the workout what you want. You can work really hard,” explains Sharon.

Can-Do Fitness will feature a similar total body circuit workout as Curves — including whole body strength training, cardio and even stretching — with the average time investment of 30 minutes per workout. Sharon points out that although the time spent working out each visit is short, the payoffs are enormous.

“There is a misconception people have

Can-Do Fitness features a variety of hydraulic machines, each with a specific focus on a group of muscles or cardio exercise. Gym members can choose to spend 30 seconds or 60 seconds on each machine, depending on their current fitness level and goals. Once the workout is complete, members can stretch their bodies with the stretching machine.

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“You can stretch your upper body, quads, everything!” Sharon grins. “You won’t overexert yourself, and you don’t have to get on the floor. It’s very nice.”

All current members of Curves will have their membership transferred to Can-Do Fitness, and Sharon invites other women who are looking to improve their fitness, meet new challenges head-on and make new friends to give the circuit workout a try. “You need to try it to feel how your muscles will work and to experience how good you’ll feel when you’re finished,” Sharon explains. “You don’t have to be fit to start. People have lost a lot of weight doing circuit training.”

Can-Do Fitness members can come every day if they wish or dedicate themselves to two or three days a week if that works better for their schedules.

“It’s really about what people can commit themselves to,” Sharon says. “And to keep things fun, we have fun completion contests, such as how many workouts you’ve done or personal calories burned.

It helps to keep people motivated.” She also points out that her employee, Brenda, provides coaching services to clients that also help keep them motivated and feeling positive. Brenda, along with Deb, are essential components to the gym’s operations. Sharon notes: “They add so much. I appreciate everything they do.”

BEST YOU

L-R Sharon Leguee, Deb Seivewright, Brenda Broth

With more than 15 years as a fitness facility owner and operator, Sharon is a qualified mentor for any woman looking to start an exercise routine or to change her current fitness plan. Can-Do Fitness welcomes any woman at any age, fitness level or health condition.

Can-Do Fitness 63 3rd Street NE Weyburn 306.842.4492

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It provides 5 billion CFUs of 14 different probiotic strains featuring a comprehensive assortment of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria.

Organic Kids+ also contains 30 mg of vitamin C from Organic Amla, which is especially essential for children who are not consuming adequate amounts of fruits and vegetables, 400 IU of foodbased vitamin D3, an important immune system regulator, and prebiotic fiber.

Organic Kids+ is Certified USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified which means it is grown without toxic pesticides, antibiotics, hormones and no genetic engineering. It is also hypoallergenic – gluten-free, dairy-free and soy-free. Among the 14 different strains of probiotics, Organic Kids+

features Lactobacillus gasseri, a probiotic strain clinically shown to improve pulmonary function and to reduce inflammation in children suffering from allergic airway disease such as asthma and environmental allergies. This tasty and delicious chewable probiotic tablet contains Organic Cranberry which has been shown to help prevent cavity formation and gum disease. Furthermore, the tablet has no added sugar, stevia, synthetic ingredients or artificial flavours. As with all Garden of Life tableted formulations, Organic Kids+ uses Clean Tablet TechnologyTM and does not contain any artificial binders, fillers or flow agents such as methyl cellulose, silicon dioxide, shellac or magnesium stearate. Organic Kids+ has been specifically formulated to help build a healthy microbiome and support children’s digestive and immune health.

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INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS

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By Tonya Lambert

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In 2018, interior decorating trends continue to move away from the minimalist look of the previous decade towards a more opulent, decadent, maxilmalist appearance. Gone are the greys and beiges, the sparse furnishings, the monotone metallics. As we move towards the ‘roaring 20s’ of the 21st century, our tastes are trending towards more: more metals, more textures, more colour, more stuff. In 2018, more is truly merrier!

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Rich, Bold Colours Jewel tones, like Pantone’s 2018 Colour of the Year, ultraviolet, are all the rage. Dark and dramatic, these inky blues, gorgeous greens and opulent purples can make the mood in any room. Paint the walls or simply accessorize with splashes of these strong hues.

Speaking of greens, sage is the newest neutral colour for bedrooms. This goes well with the dominant nature motif in home décor.

Mixed Metallics Mix and match your metallics to create a look that is never boring. From burnished brass to tarnished gold, there are so many great metallics to choose from. Also, consider mixing up your finishes. Bright and glossy is definitely in keeping with the more vivid interior décor of 2018, but a more subtle metallic still has its place.

When mixing metallics, choose a main metal for each room, and use other metals as accent pieces.

Gold is the main metallic of 2018. Use it as the dominant metallic in the room with gold door knobs, lamps and picture frames, offsetting it with splashes of brass and silver.

Startling Geometrics Geometrics began making a reappearance in home décor last year and the trend is only getting more pronounced in 2018. People are incorporating geometric designs into their homes in a variety of places, from cushions and rugs to tiles and wallpaper, art and accent tables.

Sometimes called the fifth wall, statement ceilings are a great place to display a daring, geometric design. Other ways to create eye-catching ceilings include applied moldings, shiplap and exposed beams.

The Trendy Tropics The beauty and bounty of nature is to be seen everywhere in today’s homes.

Seeking a close connection with nature, people are doing more and more to bring

the outdoors in. The emphasis on nature includes incorporating natural elements into your home furnishings, such as woods, metals and marble. Find ways to incorporate your local natural landscape into your home, from woods and stones to wide windows with great views of the outdoors.

The trend in tropical prints pairs nicely with the growing desire for greenery in most homes. Fabulous foliage beautifies a room and reconnects us with nature.

Houseplants purify the air, reducing stress and improving sleep. Patterned plants are particularly popular in keeping with the appeal for more textures.

With today’s emphasis on the lush and luxurious, it is no surprise that the tropics are trending. Turn your home into a tropical paradise. Palm and banana leaf wallpaper – on all four walls! Safari wildlife, exotic birds and tropical fruit motifs are among the many options available. Pineapples are particularly popular.

Green velvet couches and chairs go well with a tropical print wallpaper, pretty plants and gold accents. Add some fringe and chintz for even more tactile appeal. A celestial light fixture will bring the starry sky into your home, bringing everything together.

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Options for septic and sewer depend on the size of your acreage, government regulations, proximity of neighbours, creeks or water ways. Septic holding, pump-out system and septic field or mound all have varying costs and their pros and cons.

creage living is becoming a popular choice for many people.

With the privacy, freedom and space to build the size and style of home you want coupled with room for shops, hobbies, and animals together with the rise in cost of city lots, acreages look more appealing than ever.

have Sask Power trench the cable to your home and install a transformer. This cost varies depending on how far your house is from the main line. Another thing to take into consideration is the placement of your transformer in the yard.

Building on an acreage adds a level of complication to the building process.

There are many things to take into consideration that you don’t normally need to worry about in a city or town.

Some areas of the province don`t have easy access to natural gas. If there isn`t gas nearby, it can cost tens of thousands of dollars to be connected. Most rural subdivisions will have easy access to natural gas as the subdivision will be serviced. Similar to power, it will be your responsibility to cover the cost to connect from the mainline to your home. This cost varies on the distance from your house to the main line.

With high speed internet being a basic necessity these days, you will want to research your available options. Some rural subdivisions may have access to the same high speed providers as the city, but many rural areas don`t have that option.

A common solution to high speed in rural areas is wireless internet. This usually requires some equipment on the outside of you house with possible rental and installation fees. If high speed is a must on your acreage, make sure to look into what options and speeds are available for what cost.

Water

Zoning and bylaws

One of the most important things is a good source of water. Some residential subdivisions have the option to hook onto city water supply. This is the most reliable source of good quality water; however, it is usually one of the most expensive.

Other options would be a well and or cistern. The cons of these being that there is no guarantee on constant water supply or water quality. Another thing to think about is the added cost of an R.O. system or water softener, if necessary. Whether you are on city water or well water, you will need your own pressure system.

Many rural municipalities have different rules or bylaws on what you can and can`t do on an acreage. Research these bylaws to make sure they don’t limit your plans, but also make sure there are bylaws in place that limit things that you may not want allowed near your acreage.

DSI has been building in rural Saskatchewan for over 40 years. We have had the privilege of completing many acreage builds in that time. These are some of the things we recommend considering when buying a piece of property or a lot in a rural subdivision.

Utilities The obvious additional cost to acreage living is that utility connection costs are not normally included. Availability of services is another thing that needs to be taken into consideration.

Power If the subdivision is serviced with power, there are still costs involved to get the power connected to your new home.

You will be responsible for the cost to

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When selecting a lot or property, there are some key things to consider.

Location Is your property easily accessible by good quality, maintained roads or highways?

If you are in a subdivision, are the internal subdivision roads looked after by the RM? Where will your kids go to school and what are the school bus routes?

Flood Level or flood plain Most rural subdivisions should have a topography report showing the lay of the land with elevations. Sask Water Shed (is this name correct?) has regulations in place stating the elevation above sea level for the 1:500 year floor level. In order to qualify for insurance and possibly a mortgage, you home will need to be built one meter above this minimum elevation requirement to ensure your property will not flood. Things can get costly if your lot is low and you are required to bring in large amounts of fill to bring your lot up to the required elevation.

Approach and lane way Does your property have an existing approach, or will you need to build one?

Does the approach have a proper culvert?

If you need to build an approach, will you be able to get approval from the RM or Ministry of Highways?

home depends on the soil conditions of your property. Ideally, if you are building in a rural subdivision, there has been a geotechnical report done identifying the soil conditions and recommending the type of foundation required. If no report is available, do some research on what other homes in the surrounding area have for foundations.

Give us a call to start planning the acreage of your dreams!

Easements Some properties contain easements for things like underground power, water, gas mains or many other things. These easements usually have minimum distance setbacks stating how close you can build to them. Make sure these requirements work with the plans you have for your acreage and any future plans you may have.

Building Permit What is required for a building permit and what are the building permit fees?

Do you need engineered blueprints?

Are inspections required throughout the build, and what are the costs associated with this?

How long of lane way will you need, and what will it cost?

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DSI is happy to share our knowledge and experience on acreage building with our customers. We offer full-service general contracting and can take over much of the responsibilities, pricing and planning

Much of southeast Saskatchewan has good soil conditions, suitable for standard construction practices. However, the type of foundation needed under a new

involved in rural building, leaving you reassured that things are being done properly and efficiently.

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Fall Furnace Maintenance: Preventative Care Makes all the Difference

By Erin Legg Photos by Images By Jon Gillies

For Devin Furgason, if he could offer homeowners one piece of crucial advice this fall, it would be: “Get your furnace serviced.

There are a lot of safety items that might get overlooked if you don’t. And when it’s minus 40, in the middle of the night or on the weekend and your furnace stops working … well, it could be avoided with a simple one-hour service check.”

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evin knows what he’s talking about. He, along with Mike Buchan, own Wey-Cool Refrigeration, Heating & Cooling Ltd., servicing Weyburn and area residential and commercial clients.

Refrigeration mechanics by trade, the two journeymen offer their ever-growing customer base more than 40 years of combined experience with repairing and installing any type of heating, cooling or ventilation units. So if they suggest a service call, you might want to schedule that sooner rather than later.

There are a couple of key reasons why preventative furnace care is critical. First, if you wait until the cold weather arrives and discover an issue with the furnace once you turn it on, chances are you may panic about the timing. If repairs or even full replacement is needed, it’s better to know about it before the big chill. Secondly, by getting your furnace serviced and ensuring it is operating at its best, you will save money on your winter heating costs.

“Preventative maintenance, especially on furnace units older than 10 years, is essential,” Devin says. “Little things can turn into big emergencies in the middle of winter.”

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"When looking for a new heating and cooling system as part of a major renovation, Wey-Cool provided me with exactly what I was looking for, at a very fair price. What impressed me most about them was their excellent customer service. Since completing the job, anytime I’ve needed something their response has been immediate.”

- Brandon Hodgkin, Iron Bar Fitness, Owner & Head Coach, CrossFit Weyburn

garages.“It’s nice for people in Weyburn to have that extra heating option,” Devin explains. “It can help make the winters more bearable.”

Devin and Mike are trained extensively with all technical aspects of the HVAC industry. Clients can be assured that not only is Wey-Cool knowledgeable with installation and operating standards, they know how to fix an issue if they discover a problem. “We can do service, replacement and repairs on an existing unit,” Devin says.

Because our winters are long and cold, Wey-Cool also provides residential property owners with the option of garage or shop heaters and installation of underground gas lines to detached

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Wey-Cool provides customers with a 24-hour calls service for emergencies.

However, don’t wait until a crisis is on-hand: call Wey-Cool today to schedule your fall service checkup or garage heating consultation. You owe it to yourself to make winter more enjoyable!

Wey-Cool Refrigeration, Heating & Cooling Ltd. 7 5th St N Weyburn 306.891.6614 306.891.6615

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A Smile Never Tasted so Good!

By Erin Legg Photos by Images By Jon Gillies

The annual Tim Hortons Smile Cookie fundraiser is just around the corner. From September 17 through to September 23, Weyburn’s Tim Hortons will have Smile Cookies available for $1 each.

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ne hundred per cent of each sale will be donated to the Weyburn & District Hospital Foundation, which raises funds for the construction of a new hospital that will improve health care for the community and surrounding region.

between September 17 and 23, purchase your Smile Cookie and feel good knowing you’re supporting a great cause.

fundraising events Tim Hortons hosts nationally. Charities that benefit from the annual campaign include hospitals, food banks and children’s programs.

Joanne prepares her restaurant for the event by increasing staff to meet 01 the demand and by spreading the word throughout the community.

“We’re looking forward to serving our Smile Cookies!” she says. Joanne also encourages restaurant guests to snap a selfie with their Smile Cookie and share it on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter with the hashtag #SmileCookie to help show support for charity.

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Joanne and Tom Carisse, owners of Tim Hortons, share their excitement leading up to Smile Cookie Day: “We always have such a great response from the community. Everyone loves supporting local initiatives like this, so we’re expecting this year to be another big success.”

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Whether or not you have a sweet tooth, everyone loves a great smile! Be sure to stop into Weyburn’s Tim Hortons

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events Country & Co. Home Décor - Fall Open House SEPT 8, 2018 28 – 2nd St NE, Weyburn Drive-In Cinema Under the Stars SEPT 15, 2018 Weyburn Exhibition Grounds Radville Heritage Day SEPT 15, 2018 Radville CN Station on Main Street

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Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Day SEPT 17-23, 2018 Weyburn Tim Hortons

Flavours of Fall OCT 6, 2018 Weyburn Curling Rink

Festival of Leaves Craft Sale & Trade Show SEPT 22, 2018 Weyburn Curling Rink

Jann Arden – These are the Days Tour NOV 6, 2018 Weyburn Cugnet Centre

The Everly Brothers Experience featuring The Zmed Brothers OCT 1, 2018 Weyburn Cugnet Centre

Treasures of Home NOV 24, 2018 Weyburn Cugnet Centre

Come And Celebrate This Festive Season With Us

Why not have your Christmas Party at the Weyburn Golf Club!

Enjoy the scenery, excellent accommodations and great food.

We can accommodate up to 120 people.

Call 306.842.5881 weyburngolfclub.ca

Embrace the Flavours of Fall

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ejoice, Weyburn! Flavours of Fall is back again for the third year, ready to feed and entertain you while raising money for a great local organization. The Weyburn Agricultural Society started the event three years ago to showcase the fantastic independent restaurants and micro-distilleries in the area. “Flavours of Fall is a great way for the community to experience and embrace the local culinary scene,” says organizer Lisa Vick.

“Attendees can come enjoy food, drink and local entertainment, all while raising money for the Society.”

Proceeds from Flavours of Fall support the Agricultural Society and remain in the community. Funds are used for maintenance and upgrades on the Weyburn Agricultural Society grounds.

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Last year’s event supported the addition of more washrooms and showers, and this year will provide needed kitchen renovations. “These upgrades benefit events such as the Rodeo, Fair and Ag Safety Days. Plus, the Weyburn Humane Society, Weyburn Special Olympics and Communithon have also benefitted from the proceeds of Flavours of Fall,” says Lisa.

This year, there are more than 25 vendors attending. Event attendees can experience the best of Saskatchewan food, drink and entertainment for just $30 per person, $35 at the door. “Just 800 tickets are sold, and we have sold out every year,” says Lisa. “I highly recommend getting tickets now so you don’t miss out.”

You can make an entire evening out by attending Flavours of Fall. The event

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will also feature an ‘On-Site After-Party’ hosted by the Weyburn Young Fellows from 11 pm to 2 am with entertainment provided by Saskatchewan’s own Justin Labrash. Labrash is guaranteed to put on an amazing show with his band True North, entertaining with a mix of Justin's originals and covers from many popular genres and artists.

Ready to say yes to a fabulous night out, complete with fun, food and a great cause? Buy your tickets and don’t miss out. Tickets go sale Tuesday, September 4, and are available at Pharmasave, Weyburn Agricultural Society Office, through committee members or by messaging our Flavours of Fall Facebook page.

"Proud to again be part of this wonderful fundraising event for the community of Weyburn” - Mike Siourounis, Detour Bar

and Grill

“The Flavours of Fall is such a fun community event and a great chance to sample local food and drink and to socialize with friends and neighbours. It is also a wonderful way to support the Ag Society and their amazing group of volunteers, who put on great events in Weyburn.”

- Shelley Dammann, Show Attendee

"We are really excited to bring Saskatchewan recording country artist Justin LaBrash to Weyburn. Hailing from Lumsden, Justin and his band, True North, are looking forward to the opportunity of providing further entertainment to all the Flavours of Fall patrons. You should never leave fun to find fun." - Chad Ror, Treasurer, Young Fellows Club of Weyburn

If you are interested in getting more exposure for your business to people in Weyburn and area, Flavours of Fall is the perfect venue to do so. There is still time to book your free booth at Flavours of Fall. “We still have room for interested vendors to join Flavours of Fall,” says Lisa. “The event provides a fantastic opportunity to reach new customers, present your products and display your culinary or mixology skills.” You can connect your business with the local community and support a great local event at the same time. Getting involved is easy.

“Just call or email us, and we’ll work with you to join Flavours of Fall,” says Lisa.

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Summer is over, but keep the hashtags rolling. #ThisIsWeyburn | #WeyburnTourism

Keep sharing all the memories you are making in Weyburn! www.weyburntourism.com 11 3rd Street, Weyburn | 306.842.4738

Agriculture contributes to the success of our economy. Thank you for helping build and sustain our community!

Weyburn Regional Economic Development 11 – 3rd Street NE, Weyburn 306.842.4738 info@weyburneconomicdevelopment.com www.weyburneconomicdevelopment.com www.townfolio.co

WEYBURN RED WINGS BECOME A VOLUNTEER The WRW organization is always looking for game day volunteers. There is a wide variety of tasks that need to be done for each of the home games for the 2018-19 season.

There’s so much to do, take your pick. Would you like to sell tickets in the booth, take tickets at the door or sell 50/50 tickets or merchandise in the Team Store? There’s also working in the bar or maybe security is something that interests you?

You don’t have to volunteer for every game. Maybe you are able to help with five or 10 games or even a couple? What could be a better way to spend an evening, helping out the Red Wing organization and watching some great hockey at the same time? Give the office a call, and they will find the perfect job for you.

Community Involvement The WRW Players are available and like to help in the community. Whether you need help with a project or would just like the players to attend your event, contact the RW office to arrange the details.

Weyburn Red Wings 327 Mergens Street, Weyburn 306.842.2212 office@weyburnredwings.ca www.weyburnredwings.ca

WEYBURN RED WINGS 2018–2019 HOME GAME SCHEDULE Fri, Sep 14 Wed, Sep 19 Fri, Oct 5 Fri, Oct 12 Sat, Oct 13 Fri, Oct 19 Sat, Oct 20 Fri, Nov 2 Sat, Nov 3 Fri, Nov 9 Fri, Nov 23 Thu, Dec 6 Sat, Dec 8 Fri, Dec 14 Sat, Dec 15 Tue, Jan 1 Fri, Jan 4 Fri, Jan 11 Sat, Jan 12 Fri, Jan 18 Fri, Jan 25 Sat, Jan 26 Fri, Feb 1 Wed, Feb 13 Fri, Feb 15 Fri, Feb 22 Fri, Mar 1 Tue, Mar 5

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THE EVERLY BROTHERS EXPERIENCE: FEATURING THE ZMED BROTHERS

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eyburn Concert Series is excited to be opening their 50th Anniversary season with the songs and sounds of the Everly Brothers.

Between 1957 to 1962, the Everly Brothers sold more than 35 million records and had 35 billboard top 100 singles, with 26 in the top 40! To this day, they carry the record for the most Billboard charting hits of any American Rock duo.

In January 2016, the Zmed brothers, Zachary and Dylan, (acoustic guitars/ vocals) and their partner, Burleigh Drummond, (drummer) began developing The Everly Brothers Experience. Since then, they have celebrated the pivotal sounds of The Everly Brothers’ music with enthusiastic crowds across the U.S. and overseas. The Zmeds say, “We are not impersonators.

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Our aim is to honour the aesthetics of their iconic sound and honour their unique place in music history, all the while having a little fun telling our own personal history.”

www.theeverlybrothersexperience.com

The brothers’ father, Adrian, was a travelling singer/dancer/actor (Grease 2, Bachelor Party, T.J. Hooker), and their mother, Barbara, a second-grade teacher in Los Angeles. The Zmed Brothers continually strive to pay homage to their roots, by always infusing an instinctual blend of entertainment (à la Smothers Brothers) and contextual education in their performance.

Weyburn Review/ Weyburn This Week 904 East Ave., Weyburn

The Everly Brothers Experience featuring the Zmed Brothers will be presented at the Cugnet Centre on Monday, October 1st at 7:30 p.m. Join us to reminisce and thoroughly enjoy these rock ‘n’ roll sounds of the past!

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TICKETS AVAILABLE AT: Old Fashion Foods 122 3rd St., Weyburn

Music Craft 215 Railway Ave., Weyburn

weyburnconcertseries.ca For further information contact: Judy @ 1-306-842-1583

JANN ARDEN THESE ARE THE DAYS TOUR

Die for You”. One year later, her career breakout hit, “Insensitive”, served to solidify her position in the music world.

Arden has released 14 albums with 19 top ten singles. Last year, Arden completed a highly successful 27-date Canadian tour, previewing two of the newly recorded songs, “A Long Goodbye” and “Everybody’s Pulling on Me”. Her most recent recording, “These are the Days”, may be Jann’s most personal and poignant offering to date.

In November 2017, Arden released the Canadian best-selling book, Feeding My Mother – Comfort and Laughter in the Kitchen as My Mom Lives with Memory Loss. The book shares insights, loss, irony and, of course, humour, as mother and daughter face this new journey together.

To date, Jann has received eight Juno Awards, 10 SOCAN Awards, four Western Canadian Music Awards, a Much Music Video Award, three Prairie Music Awards and an Alberta Recording Industry Association Award. This incredible woman boasts accolades in everything she does! She will be at the Cugnet Centre on Tuesday, November 6th at 7:30 p.m. wwwjannarden.com TICKETS AVAILABLE AT: Old Fashion Foods 122 3rd St., Weyburn Weyburn Review/ Weyburn This Week 904 East Ave., Weyburn Music Craft 215 Railway Ave., Weyburn

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eyburn Concert Series is ‘over the moon’ to be bringing a concert of this magnitude to our city! Jann Arden, a Canadian-born singer, songwriter, broadcaster and author, captivates audiences with her heartfelt music, entertains them with her quick wit

and shares her written word in a boldly honest voice – a true Canadian original.

weyburnconcertseries.ca For further information contact: Judy @ 1-306-842-1583

This much-celebrated multi-platinum award-winning artist catapulted onto the Canadian music scene in 1993, with the release of her debut album, Time for Mercy, featuring the hit single, “I Would

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BALLET JÖRGEN: THE NUTCRACKER – A CANADIAN TRADITION

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eyburn Concert Series is happy to be sharing some early holiday magic with the Ballet Jörgen’s The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition. It was created by Artistic Director Bengt Jörgen to Tchaikovsky’s well-loved score. Born from a collaboration with Kleinburg’s worldrenowned McMichael Canadian Art Collection, and with well over 100 richlycoloured costumes, The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition brings out the magic of Canada at its finest.

Twentieth-century landscapes makeup the stunning 30-foot backdrops.

This is a beautiful Canadian work, in which audiences are taken on Klara’s familiar, magical dream journey, as she arrives in Canada and experiences winter landscapes, filled with snowflakes, lumberjacks, Mounties and woodland creatures.

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This celebration of the wonder of the season is based on the popular traditional story The Nutcracker and the King of Mice by E.T.A. Hoffman, enjoyed by audiences around the world for many years. This ballet’s second act will be remembered for its celebration of varied dances and its raccoons, loons, dragonflies and bears…demonstrating Klara’s longing for summer, as she travels excitedly through her dreams.

Ballet Jörgen’s version of The Nutcracker is destined to become a national treasure, warming the hearts of young and old alike. This production will feature nine to 11 young dancers from Weyburrn’s own dance studios! It will be presented at the Cugnet Centre on Wednesday, November 14th at 7:00 p.m. Join us for this holiday tradition that has showcased the magic of the season for years!

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www.canadaballetJörgen.ca TICKETS AVAILABLE AT: Old Fashion Foods 122 3rd St., Weyburn Weyburn Review/ Weyburn This Week 904 East Ave., Weyburn Music Craft 215 Railway Ave., Weyburn

weyburnconcertseries.ca For further information contact: Judy @ 1-306-842-1583

A One “Stop-Shop”

for SPORT, CULTURE & RECREATION RESOURCES AND INFORMATION Southeast Connection Sport, Culture & Recreation District We are one of seven (7) sport, culture and recreation districts in the province. We serve 74 urban municipalities, 50 rural municipalities and 8 First Nation Bands in south east Saskatchewan. We provide a variety of services to build the capacity of groups and organizations working to develop and deliver sport, culture and recreation opportunities in their communities.

CONSULTING SERVICES We are a dynamic team ready to provide the expertise, guidance and practical support you need to reach your goals.

Joni Hagen, Executive Director

We work with local volunteers, museums, art councils, recreation boards, pool/rink boards, sport clubs and libraries…just to name a few.

ENHANCING AWARENESS A priority for us is to enhance awareness of what tools, resources and opportunities community groups can access. Whether you are raising funds for a spray park or seeking programming ideas – our friendly and knowledgeable staff can help!

GROW YOUR COMMUNITY GRANT Our GROW Your Community Grant is one example of how we provide support to community through access to funds to help cover the deficit of sport, culture or recreation programs. We have funded programs including yoga classes, lacrosse clinics, after school programs, painting classes and much more!

Tara Heslip, Community Develpment Consultant

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT We also provide training to leaders through low-cost, local workshops and events.

Our Maximize Your Community’s Potential event is happening on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 in Weyburn and features engaging speakers presenting on topics such as volunteerism, building inclusive communities and facility planning and management! And it’s only $25 to attend!

Dallas Cossar, Administrative Coordinator

Offices located in Weyburn and Indian Head.

Want to learn more about us? Visit our website at www.southeastconnection.ca!

Our services are funded by Saskatchewan Lotteries and are provided free of charge where possible.

WE HELP TO BUILD CREATIVE, ACTIVE, HEALTHY COMMUNITIES!

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It’s So Good to be Home

By Brook Thalgott Photos by Big Dog Photography & Emde Photography

Weyburn’s Country & Co. Home Décor has been bringing the best in home décor and furniture to the city for four years.

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wner Tricia Wilgenbusch is putting her own touch on the downtown boutique, selecting Canadian and local artisans and products to showcase instore. “We’re freshening up our look and feel, and supporting local businesses and craftspeople at the same time,” says Tricia. “We have great talent so close to home.”

hand-poured soy candles are inspired by good, clean country living in scents like Amber + Sandalwood and Cedar + Oak Moss. Locally-made bracelets by DBL Designs hail from Craven and are sure to jazz up any outfit this fall. Prairie Girls’ Kitchen Linens made in Regina are made for any kitchen, with their souvenir-style design. You can find both tea towels and mugs from the local designer at Country

& Co. A set of new mugs needs tea to go with it – how about some Sparrow’s Nest Tea, in delightful flavours like Orange Creamsicle, Snow Maple and Peppermint. These lovely teas are crafted in nearby Bengough.

Country & Co. is still proudly home to Springwater Woodcraft furniture and recently added DIY™ Paint to the

It’s nothing new to celebrate gratitude as fall approaches. This season holds some of Country & Co.’s most exciting and humbling milestones, including the celebration of four years of business in early October. Being a part of the Weyburn business community these past few years has been very rewarding and educational for Tricia. She is very grateful for the support of a wonderful community and surrounding area. Country & Co. was birthed out of a passion for décor and design and a desire to source unique, simple pieces that make your house a home. We’re all drawn to a well-loved, beautiful, down to earth place – the place we call home. “More than ever before, people are embracing natural products and locally made items for our homes,” says Tricia. “Country & Co. believes in supporting Canadian entrepreneurs, small business and local artists.”

With the fall season around the corner, Country & Co. is featuring wonderful brands, décor and more to make your home a place you can’t wait to get back to. Stop by and check out Farmer’s Son Co. candles, made in Winnipeg. These

Tricia Wilgenbusch, owner of Country & Co.

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store. Springwater Woodcraft furniture is made from eastern white pine, and the company prides itself on its simple, classic functional designs. DIY™ Paint is perfect for any home - an all-natural clay and chalk-based paint. The paint line uses just nine ingredients and has no VOC. Finally, Country & Co. is home to local art, crochet, photography, woodworking and more. “We’re thrilled to support so many local and Canadian artists and brands,” says Tricia.

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Put Country & Co. Home Décor on your to-do list this fall. Your home will thank you for it. Visit Tricia in-store today and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Country & Co. Home Décor 28 - 2nd St NE Weyburn 306.842.0859 /countryandcohomedecor

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Fall Open House

Saturday, September 8, 2018 10 AM - 5 PM

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CELEBRATING VETERINARY TECHNICIANS:

Spotlight on the Nursing Team at Prairie Animal Health Centre!

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ctober is National Registered Veterinary Technician month. Across Canada, veterinary clinics are recognizing these amazing team members.

Registered veterinary technicians undergo rigorous training, completing a two-year college diploma course and passing a national licensing exam. RVTs are educated in dozens of areas within veterinary medicine, from anaesthesia to dentistry, lab animal research to industry sales, equine to avian and exotics, nutrition to radiology, large animal to shelter medicine. RVTs

work alongside veterinarians to provide animals with the highest quality of healthcare.

Here at Prairie Animal Health Centre (PAHC) our RVT team is made up of 6 incredible women with many years of experience behind them: Lisa Mallory (25 years), Julie Chinski (20 years), Kristin Caldwell (15 years), Karla Hadlow (14 years), Janelle Evans (seven years) and Kerri-Ann Currie (six years). We couldn’t be prouder that these women have chosen PAHC as their workplace!

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Lisa Mallory, RVT

Veterinary Technology Diploma (1993) Lisa started working at PAHC in 1993. In 2006, she became co-manager for PAHC’s Weyburn and Estevan clinics. In 2012, her position changed to Practice Manager of PAHC Weyburn. Lisa enjoys the science of veterinary medicine, from understanding new products and techniques to doing detailed microscope work like cytology and is passionate about sharing her knowledge with others. Outside of work, Lisa has been involved with The Weyburn Humane Society, The Saskatchewan Association of Veterinary Technologists, and The Saskatchewan Society of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Lisa received the 2004 Award of Merit from the Saskatchewan Association of Veterinary Technologists.

Julie Chinski, RVT

Veterinary Technology Diploma (1998) Julie enjoyed every minute of growing up on a dairy farm, giving her a passion for animals especially her border collies.

She has worked in a small/exotic animal clinic in Saskatoon and then at a mixed practice in Regina, beginning her employment at PAHC in 2008. Since then, she has acquired her Equine Massage Certificate. Julie currently teaches dog obedience with positive reinforcement clicker training classes and educates clients on different behaviour topics.

Julie enjoys working with animals as they are all so unique and special. She enjoys getting to know the clients, too.

Kristin Caldwell, RVT

Animal Health Technology Diploma (2003) In 2004, Kristin began her employment at PAHC Estevan as their first employee and transitioned to the Weyburn office in 2005. As the company grew, so too did Kristin’s role: she become a co-manager in 2007 and Chief of Veterinary Operations (Hospital Administrator) in 2012, traveling between the Estevan, Weyburn and Carnduff locations.

Kristin’s passions in veterinary medicine are education, compassionate patient care and technician support. She enjoys sharing her knowledge of animal health.

Kerri-Ann Currie, RVT

Animal Health Technology Diploma (2012) Animals have always been a large part of Kerri-Ann’s life.

Growing up on a dairy farm gave Kerri-Ann a great passion and respect for working with cattle. She could always be found out with the cattle, the family dog and cats trailing behind her. In 2012, Kerri graduated from Lakeland College in Vermilion with her Veterinary Technician Diploma. In 2015, Kerri joined the team at PAHC. Kerri especially likes the large animal part of her technician role.

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Karla Hadlow, RVT

Veterinary Technician Diploma (2004) Karla was born and raised in Prince Albert, where she always had pets in her life. These included a rabbit, dogs, fish, hamster and birds. Ever since Karla was in kindergarten, she knew she wanted to work with animals. While going to school at SIAST in Saskatoon, Karla developed a strong interest with working with wildlife. Shortly after graduating from the veterinary technician course in 2004, Karla came to Weyburn and started working as a Vet Tech for PAHC. Karla loves working with cats and likes the technical aspect of her role. She enjoys educating clients on how their pet can live a longer and happy, more enriched life.

Janelle Evans, RVT

Animal Health Technology Diploma (2011) Janelle was born and raised in the Weyburn area. She received a Diploma in Equine Production and Breeding in 2008 and became an Animal Health Technician in 2011. Since then, Janelle has been an RVT at PAHC. Janelle enjoys all aspects of being an RVT, from working with large animals to caring for small ones.

Having a sick pet is stressful and helping walk an owner through the decision-making process is something at which Janelle excels, due to her own life experiences. She also enjoys working with small animals and educating their owners. Raising Limousin cattle, horses and sheep with her husband Ken, Janelle especially enjoys building relationships with other large animal owners, sharing experiences, difficulties and blessings with them.

The nature of the technician’s role is very hands on. They comfort the scared, the sick and the lonely. They bandage wounds, give meds, take x-rays and run lab work. They watch your pet grow and offer guidance wherever they can. Then, when that time comes, they grieve alongside you.

They work long hours and come back at night to check on hospitalized pets because they love what they do. They are veterinary technicians and proud to be.

Prairie Animal Health Centre 416 7 St NW Weyburn 306.842.7677 www.prairieanimalhealthweyburn.com

108 Breeze St, Highway 39 W. Estevan 306.634.7123 www.prairieanimalhealthcentre.com

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Souris Valley Veterinary Services Prairie Animal Health Centre Carnduff 202 2nd St E Carnduff, SK 306.482.5252

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Five Reasons

TO THANK A FARMER

By Tonya Lambert

1 | Farmers Produce the Food You Eat.

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This is the most obvious reason why people worldwide should thank farmers. Indeed, according to CropLife Canada, the average Canadian farmer produces enough food to feed 120 people! Because farmers work hard to produce so much food, the rest of us are able to pursue other lines of work and know that we will still have enough to eat.

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The 2016 Canada Census showed that Saskatchewan continues to be Canada’s breadbasket with two-fifths of the country’s field crop acreage. The two largest field crops are canola and spring wheat (excluding durum). Did you know that with one bushel of wheat you can make enough bread to eat a sandwich for breakfast, dinner and supper for 168 days?!

Saskatchewan farmers also raise lots of animals, including cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, bison, elk and poultry. Indeed, the province produced the second largest amount of beef cattle in the country in 2016. In 2011, Canadian farmers raised enough chickens for every Canadian to eat 18 chicken wings! So, when enjoying your next Wing Wednesday, raise a glass to Canadian farmers.

2 | Farmers are the Backbones of the Economy.

Ever since Saskatchewan became a province in 1905, agriculture has played an important role in the provincial economy. In 2013, primary agriculture accounted for nearly ten percent of the province’s gross domestic product.

According to the 2016 Canada Census, there are 35,523 farms in the province.

Ninety-eight percent of these farms are family-owned and operated, but with the average farm size increasing (the provincial average is 1,784 acres), more hired help is needed to keep everything operating smoothly. In 2015, 25,927 people were employed in farming and ranching in the province.

Farming also provides plenty of secondary employment, including food processing, wholesale and retail sales, restaurant industry and agricultural equipment sales. In addition, 42 percent of the province’s farmers also hold off-farm jobs.

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3 | They are Good Stewards of the Land.

Farmers are efficient caretakers of the 61.6 million acres of farmland in the province.

In order for a grain farmer to prosper, the land must produce abundantly and continually. Thus, caring for the land is a grain farmer’s first priority. To prevent the soil from being overworked, farmers utilize a variety of methods, from crop rotation to cover crops to conservation programs.

4 | They are CommunityMinded and Neighbourly.

Many Saskatchewan farms have been in the family for two, three, even four generations. The families that run these farms have built this province and the communities within it. They have a stake in the future of their local town and often give generously to community endeavours, whether it is donating to a fundraiser to build a new hockey rink or sitting on a local board of directors.

5 | They are hard-working and dedicated.

Farming is not an easy job. There are no holidays or weekends; farmers work 365 days a year. Farming requires time, patience, hard work, dedication, perseverance, commitment and a tough skin.

Farming can be unpredictable. Flooding or an early winter can destroy a crop.

Disease can harm a ranching operation.

Trade wars and global market fluctuations can lead to uncertainty. Farming is not a profession that guarantees material riches; there is no way to know how much money a farmer will make in a year or a lifetime.

Farming is lifestyle that combines tradition with innovation. To produce a crop or raise an animal provides a unique feeling of satisfaction that is hard to find anywhere else. It can make the need for constant vigilance worthwhile.

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Cogent Chartered Professional Accountants LLP Offering a full suite of services, including accounting, tax planning and remittance, bookkeeping, payroll, estates and trusts, succession planning, business consulting and more, Cogent is a one-stop shop for all your business and personal accounting needs.

"Cogent is a great company to work with. Their staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. They are always available and quick to answer any of my questions.

They give really great advice and insightful suggestions."

- Rick Moule of 4M Farms Ltd.

Cogent Chartered Professional Accountants LLP 206 Hill Ave, Weyburn | 306.842.8123 | cogent-cpa.com

Tony Kopec Grain CSR 306.861.0685

Candace Chisholm Grain CSR 306.861.2265

Andrew Stone Grain CSR 306.861.0720

Our team at

Parrish & Heimbecker, Ltd is committed to supporting you, our farm business partners.

For all your grain marketing needs, please contact any one of our passionate, highly qualified Grain CSRs. When it comes to marketing crops, such as durum, wheat, canola, peas, barley, red lentils, soybeans, oats and flax, our team is eager to find the right opportunity for you to market your grain.

Our team is focused on supporting our producers by listening and continuously learning how we can tailor our services to

their needs. Everyday, our goal is to meet the demands and expectations of our farm business partners. Our Weyburn P & H team looks forward to maintaining and cultivating customer relationships and business developments in the future.

As the world grain market evolves, our team is adapting to meet the everchanging demands to market grain at the optimum time and price for our valued farm partners.

We invite you to drop in for coffee or call us to discuss your grain marketing options. Sign up for our daily text, where you’ll receive grain pricing.

Parrish & Heimbecker, Ltd Highway 39, 1 Mile East of Weyburn 306.842.7436 parrishandheimbecker.com

“Agriculture is our wisest pursuit, because it will in the end contribute most to real wealth, good morals and happiness.� - Thomas Jefferson

Thank you to all the farmers and their families for their dedication, determination and drive for a successful harvest. We appreciate you for trusting us with your business and hope to serve you for many years to come.

Agriterra Equipment | 8 Minard Road | Weyburn | 306.848.3800

We can consult with you on the potential of your land sale.

We can help you determine the market value for cultivated acres and pasture land. We have buyers in most RMs in southeast Saskatchewan and are proud to sell close to 100% of the land we acquire.

Winston Bailey, Broker/Owner 306.861.2463 winstonbailey01@gmail.com

Chad Bailey, Realtor® 306.861.5163 cbailey.remax@hotmail.com

Kristin Buck, Realtor® 306.861.1216 kristinbuck@sasktel.net

Zoe Buchanan, Realtor® 306.861.1616 buchananzoe@hotmail.com

RE/MAX Weyburn Realty 2011 306.848.1000 136A 1st St. NE, Weyburn weyburnlistings.com Independently Owned & Operated

Renée Johner, Realtor® 306.861.3528 rjohner.remax@hotmail.com

Donna Nyeste, Realtor® 306.485.8415 donnanyeste@gmail.com

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LET’S TALK ABOUT BACKUPS

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hen was the last time you backed up your PC? Your laptop? How about your phone, your camera? Accidents happen.

Why should you backup?

Think about all the precious memories you have in your photo gallery. Then, something catastrophic happens and they’re all gone. What would you do?

How would you feel?

Then, there’s your documents: how important is the information you have stored on your equipment? Maybe you have company data, school work or tax information. Is your email file stored locally? How devastating would it be if you lost this information to viruses, theft, power surges, spillage, dropping your device or some other catastrophic event?

Consequences of not backing up There are hardware and software tools out there that make data retrieval possible but they aren’t guaranteed. We’ve had to ship hard drives to our data recovery partner, and the cost can be astronomical, starting at around $100 just for them to do an assessment to upwards of $5000 or more for data retrieval.

How should you back up your data?

There are different ways of backing up data. You could simply copy it to an

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external hard drive. You could use “the cloud”, which is just a fancy name for the internet. (Ever wonder where exactly this data is being stored and who has access to it?) You could pay for an online backup service. (Again, check where the data is being housed.) You could install a homebased server to back up your data. No matter what you decide, keep in mind where your data is stored if a catastrophe happens. If you don’t have offsite copies of your data, everything could be lost.

When should you back up your data?

You want to back up smartphones, cameras, computers and tablets before any major software upgrades and after any significant changes in data like pictures or downloads or software version upgrades. It’s good practice to back up your information on a regular basis (perhaps overnight when your device isn’t in use) and as often as you deem necessary based on the amount of data you can afford to lose.

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Need help?

Come and see us at Southeastern Computer Solutions. We would be happy to advise you on the best solution to meet your needs.

Michelle Senger 414 Souris Ave, Weyburn, SK 306.842.7603 msenger@computersolutions.ca computersolutions.ca

• Real Estate Purchases and Sales • Mortgages • Commercial Agreements and Incorporations • Estate Planning • Wills • Powers of Attorney • Health Care Directives

L-R: Angie Driedger, Diane Horner, Don Horner, Gretal McNab. Missing from photo, Janessa Marcenko (on maternity leave)

Diane & Don with Otis, the official office greeter

21 5th Street NE, Weyburn | 306.842.2722 | hornerlawoffice@sasktel.net

Tell us about your next big (or small!) business idea, and we’ll help you turn that idea into reality.

Serving southeast Saskatchewan with:

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Talk with our friendly and knowledgeable staff today.

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HOW CAN AGRISTABILITY AND AGRIINVEST BENEFIT YOU AS A PRODUCER?

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griStability is insurance for producers to offset losses due to factors, such as weather, increased costs and market conditions.

Run by Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC), AgriStability requires a producer to enroll and pay fees annually in order to remain in the program When your accountant prepares your financial statements and tax return for the year, they can send the required financial information, such as income and expenses, to SCIC. Supplemental information at the end of the fiscal year is also sent to SCIC, such as number of bushels/tonnes in the bins by type of crop, number of head by types of cattle in the field, number of seeded acres by crop type, deferred grain sales, unpaid bills, etc.

SCIC uses this information to calculate the producer’s program and reference margins. The program margin consists of allowable income received less allowable expenses. In addition, adjustments are made for annual changes in inventory, prepaids and deferreds. The reference margin is calculated from the historical program margins for the last five years. The lowest and highest program margins are removed and the remaining three years are used to calculate the reference margin.

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A payment is made by SCIC to the producer if their program margin falls below 70% of their reference margin.

There may be other factors which determine whether or not a payment is made. For example, more land was purchased creating more seeded acres compared to the prior years. Your accounting firm works with you, the producer, to provide accurate information to SCIC to assist you to be in the best position to receive a payment.

AgriInvest is a savings account for producers which assists producers to mitigate business risk. It is administered

by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC). AgriInvest is similar to the former NISA program in that producers are notified how much to contribute to their AgriInvest account. The producer is required to set up a bank account, and AAFC will deposit the matching contribution once the producer makes their annual contribution.

Your accountant can submit the required statement of income and expenses to SCIC; in turn, SCIC forwards the financial information to AAFC. AAFC will then advise by Deposit Notice letter the maximum contribution the government will match. This notice also includes the balance of your AgriInvest account and the time limit in which your deposit

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has to be made. The limit on matching government contributions is $15,000 per year based on annual Allowable Net Sales of the producer.

Your contribution amount is a maximum of 100% of your annual Allowable Net Sales, that is, grain sales less seed purchases. Your accounting firm’s task is to work with you to gather and report accurate financial information in order to maximize the amounts that can be deposited into your AgriInvest account.

N.M. McMahon CPA Professional Corporation 604 Government Road South Weyburn 306.842.5344

IS THERE A BETTER WAY?...

If you are getting a divorce, you may be frightened by the experiences your friends have had. Lawyers, court, expense... things said that hurt and can never be taken back.

IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE THAT WAY. Norma Buydens is trained in Collaborative Law. Separating spouses sit TOGETHER at a table, along with their lawyers, and discuss privately how to resolve their issues fairly.

Collaborative Law turns an adversarial process—where each party tries to “WIN”—into a forward-focussed, problem-solving, creative process.

No court, no mud thrown, less expense.

JUSTICIA BUILDING 110 Third Street NE | Weyburn S4H 0W3 | 306.870.0204 | Fax 306.870.0205 | WeyburnJusticia@gmail.com

Celebrating 5 Years in Business Ardell Small Business Solutions is celebrating five years in business and wishes to thank all her amazing clients for their support in helping her achieve this milestone!

Weyburn 306.842.2787 ardellbookkeeping@sasktel.net Ardell Waldner

Bookkeeping | Payroll Services | Business Planning and Management | Quickbooks Training

Fletcher Funeral Chapel is pleased to announce the completion of a second Columbarium at Hillcrest Cemetery in Weyburn.

A columbarium is an above-ground inurnment of an individual’s cremated remains.

It is a dignified alternative to ground burial with the advantage of being accessible year-round, whereas in-ground inurnments may be difficult to view during the winter months. The exterior of each niche will have a granite face cover that can be personalized.

Fletcher Funeral Chapel Caring for our Community Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.

Columbariums have been used for over 2000 years, dating back to the Roman empire. Today, columbariums are used around the world. Some beautiful examples are Nan Tien Temple in Australia and Tillamook Rock Lighthouse in Seaside, Oregon.

We, at Fletcher’s, would like to offer our friends in Weyburn and the surrounding area the opportunity to visit this new columbarium. Please contact the team at Fletcher Funeral Chapel, at 306-842-5432 if you have any questions or would like someone from our office to take you to Hillcrest for a no-obligation tour.

Joseph W. Deal and his wife Sophia have recently made Weyburn their home. They moved from BC, so Joseph could join the team at Fletcher Funeral Chapel as a Funeral Director/ Embalmer. Joseph and Sophia have been married for 34 years and have two married adult children. They share a passion for exploring out of the way places, and Joseph supports Sophia in her love of flowers and gardens. They look forward to becoming part of this beautiful community.

Gary George was born and raised in Saskatchewan and was licensed as a Funeral Director/Embalmer in 1983. He has worked in the funeral profession for 40 years in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. Gary feels privileged to serve families of Weyburn and area with professional and compassionate service.

Becoming involved in the community is a priority for Gary, and he enjoys joining service clubs and supporting local sports teams, volunteering and coaching sports where possible. He is pleased to be living in Weyburn and making a difference.

237 4th Street NE | Weyburn | 306.842.5432

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Breaking the Silence: Our Stories of Healing and Hope

By Tonya Lambert

It all began when Ramona Iida participated in the 21 Push-Up Challenge on Facebook, seeking to raise awareness about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and veteran suicide prevention. Darren Neuberger and Geoff Brown began to comment on her posts and thus began a dialogue about mental health issues which culminated in the book, Breaking the Silence: Our Stories of Healing and Hope.

Ramona Iida

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he book contains 25 stories, each recounting the story of a southeast Saskatchewan resident’s experience with mental illness or addiction. Iida, Neuberger and Brown each contributed a story. “We wanted to keep it local, so it would have more effect,” says Iida.

The purpose of the book is to start a dialogue within the community to remove the stigma, guilt and shame that can surround the topic of mental illness and addiction. It aims to let people know that they are not alone. “Many people feel

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alone and ashamed,” says Iida, “because there is still a stigma attached to these issues. We wanted to show the healing.

We wanted to share the hope.”

“It was nerve wracking writing my story,” confesses Iida, “but once it was on paper, it was very freeing. Most people have a story they could put in a book, but if you don’t put your name to it, it’s not going to have any effect.”

“Leading up to the book launch, many contributors became anxious and had second thoughts about having their story

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read by family and friends,” explains Iida.

“But you need to get over the fear of ‘what are people going to think of me’. Your fears and emotions are real but there are ways to get help and to get through these feelings and to live an abundant life.”

“We’ve had lots of support and lots of good feedback,” says Brown.

Breaking the Silence is available for $19.95 on amazon.ca or at York Jewellers. All proceeds from the sale of the book go to Dominic Place.

Dominic Place:

Help, Hope & Healing

By Tonya Lambert

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ast year, residents of Weyburn and area welcomed the opening of Dominic Place at 433 4th Street N.E. Dominic Place is a subsidized residential facility for adults with serious and enduring mental health and addictions issues requiring daily support. Consisting of 14 apartments (six one-bedroom units, four studio apartments and four bachelor suites), Dominic Place was built above the gym of the former St. Dominic School. The gym itself has been incorporated into the facility which also contains several other common areas, providing a nice balance between independent living and a communal environment.

The brainchild of Mel Van Betuw, owner of Van Bee Holdings, construction on this three-and-a-half-year project was undertaken by a partnership consisting of the Saskatchewan Housing Corporation, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, the City of Weyburn and Van Bee Holdings, a consortium which also provided the funding for the project.

Dominic Home focuses on helping residents to live as independently as possible and to improve their quality of life.

The staff of Weyburn Group Home Society (WGHS) provides coaching and training in daily living, interpersonal, problemsolving and wellness skills and healthy decision making. In addition, peer support and medication management as well as in-house recreation and exercise opportunities are provided.

This feature sponsored by:

A meal program is also supplied. Financial trustee services are available when required.

Dominic Place welcomes donations, services and equipment to this worthwhile program. If you wish to donate, contact Colin Folk, WGHS Executive Director, at 306-842-6686 or wghs@sasktel.net.

Van Bee Properties

“It’s Just Like Home” 306.861.1855

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Making Pies... and a Difference

By Brook Thalgott Photos Images by Jon Gillies

For more than 40 years, Weyburn’s Wor-Kin Shop has been making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, their families and the community as a whole.

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ed by Executive Director Andria Brady, a staff of twenty and an army of volunteers, including a caring and committed board of directors, the Wor-Kin Shop does amazing things in Weyburn. “Our mission is to provide support services to our program participants, who have intellectual disabilities, so that they can have their ideal quality of life,” says Andria. “We believe in inclusion and equality for everyone, and we live those values every day.”

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The Wor-Kin Shop prides itself on providing opportunities for supported individuals to learn skills and participate in their community. Their Harvest Pie Company is just one way they do that. They produce frozen pies and fruit spreads from scratch, using local ingredients – something so many of us appreciate. The idea behind it is so simple. The community can buy delicious pies, and the sales provide employment income for Wor-Kin’s individuals.

The pies and spreads can be found at

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retailers and restaurants across southern Saskatchewan and Manitoba, and can be purchased for fundraising programs.

“The Harvest Pie Company lets our individuals participate in meaningful paid work, and our customers get to support that while enjoying pie,” says Andria. “It’s a win for everyone.”

The organization also offers other services from their Vocational Training Centre located around the corner, behind the Wor-Kin Shop. The centre offers program participants a place to

“Buying one pie really does make a difference right here in Weyburn in the lives of those we support.”

- Andria Brady

learn skills and gain confidence in their abilities. “We focus on safety, using proper equipment for the job, as well as safe work procedures,” says Andria.

Participants learn how to use all machines and equipment and work as a part of a team. Together, they create various wood products for local oilfield, agriculture, construction and mobile home/RTM industries and provide recycling services to the community. “Customers can order things like bird houses, feeders, picnic tables, park benches and fence panels,”

says Andria. “We also offer document shredding services for business and personal use.”

The Wor-Kin Shop also offers a comprehensive, personalized day program for individuals with intellectual disabilities from their state-of-the-art new building. The program offers participants a place to socialize, interact with their community and learn new skills. “Our day program has a person-centred approach, so each individual’s needs and wants are taken into account when they join us,”

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says Andria. The program offers life skills development so they can learn things like cooking, gardening, housekeeping and more. They can also participate in educational programming, learning about safety, money management, social media and school-related skills.

The Day Program also provides important access to recreation and wellness. “Our participants, like all of us, need a place to come and be with people to socialize and have fun,” says Andria. They can enjoy arts and crafts, field trips and

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entertainment. The program also offers a place to get some exercise, with daily walking programs, gym memberships and access to good nutrition with their new Meal Program. There is music therapy available, and they can sing along, learn an instrument or just enjoy listening to music of all kinds. There is also a place to unwind in the Snoezelen room. The room is designed for people with autism, developmental disabilities, dementia or brain injury, to provide a place to relax or focus. “We’re so proud of this room,” says Andria. “It’s one of

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a kind in our community, and it offers so much to the people who need it.”

Finally, the day program assists people to work or volunteer, offering coaching, transportation and other help so they can be active in the community.

Getting involved with the Wor-Kin Shop is easy and meaningful. Volunteers are always encouraged to join to make a difference. “Whether you have a special skill to share or just have some spare time, please call us,” says Andria. “The gift of your time is always appreciated.”

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Plus, you can always support the WorKin shop by picking up a delicious pie on your next shopping trip. “Buying one pie really does make a difference right here in Weyburn in the lives of those we support,” says Andria. “Something so simple can mean so much.”

Weyburn Wor-Kin Shop Corp.

1800 Ebel Road Weyburn 306.842.3411 wor-kin.com

Pumpkin Pecan Pie INGREDIENTS Pumpkin Layer 1 unbaked 9-inch (4-cup volume) deep-dish pie shell 1 cup pure pumpkin

instructions

1/3 cup granulated sugar

Preheat oven to 350° F.

1 large egg

Pumpkin Layer Combine pumpkin, sugar, egg and pumpkin pie spice in bowl; stir well. Spread over bottom of pie shell.

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Pecan Layer 2/3 cup light corn syrup 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup pecan halves

Pecan Layer Combine corn syrup, sugar, eggs, butter and vanilla extract; stir in nuts. Spoon over pumpkin layer.

Bake for 50 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

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RADVILLE

Oasis

on the Praries

By Kaley Schultz

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ess than 1000 people call Radville home; however, it has established itself as more than just a small town.

Whether one calls the picturesque community their home or their rest and relaxation destination, Radville offers its residents and guests a proud heritage, local businesses and amenities, and recreational escapes in the sought-after ‘Oasis on the Prairies’. Visitors will marvel at the pride radiated by community members and evident in the past and present gems of this Saskatchewan paradise.

The dedication to preserve Radville’s past is evident in the restored Canadian National Railway station, which now serves as

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a museum. The main floor operates as a train station and the upstairs resembles the station master’s home. There is also the McNaught Museum, dedicated to the volunteer fire department, which explores the history of firefighting. The community is even the home of an iconic popcorn stand, where a line up is still popping up.

Although there is a foundation of pride in Radville’s past, the community has evolved with the needs of its residents. A health care centre, long-term care facility and several other health care necessities are available in Radville. Two schools accommodate students from the first day of kindergarten to cap and gown at high school graduation. The independent restaurants create a divine dining experience for any palate.

Among the independent and unique community-centred businesses, a definite must-see destination is the Lil’ 2nd Hand Shop. Volunteers staff the entire operation, like plenty of Radville’s treasures. Residents donate everything

from clothing to appliances to toys to this second-hand boutique, with all proceeds being donated back into the community.

It is not surprising that the organization needed to expand its space due to the community’s generosity when you hear that to date the shop has generated over $100,000 in sales with all proceeds going to local causes and organizations.

The community has succeeded in bringing residents together and expanding their new and returning guests through events and activities offered year-round. Radville has flown high over the competitors and is on the map as a hunting and fishing destination. Locals and newcomers can also perfect their golf and swim strokes and explore the several established parks where geocatching has been incorporated in order to encourage the younger generation to appreciate these unique surroundings.

10:30am, and the parade rolls into town at 11:00am. followed by a day that has all ages and interests prioritized. At the festival expect a full and fulfilling day of children’s activities, tours of the community and museums, beer gardens, historical demonstrations, adult-centred games, music and a show ‘n’ shine.

Radville’s Eighth Annual Harvest Heritage Festival will be held on Saturday, September 15th. The gates open at

Make Radville your destination this year, and take in the scenic places and events that make it a Saskatchewan keepsake!

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BIG ENOUGH TO KNOW and Small Enough to Care

Loewen Agencies Ltd., based in Radville,

SK, is your locally owned insurance brokerage whose heritage in the community dates back to 1947 when Roth Agencies Ltd was established. Expanding and modernizing along the way, the brokerage became widely known in the region. The brokerage was purchased by Brent and Karen Loewen in 2001 and continued to expand in 2007, purchasing and maintaining a second office location in Minton, SK. In January 2015, Loewen Agencies Ltd. expanded again by purchasing the neighbouring brokerage in Ceylon, SK. We continue to build on our solid reputation by offering sound professional advice, impeccable service and competitive prices. With over 65 years of experience in the community and over 75 years of combined insurance experience, we are truly Big Enough to Know and Small Enough to Care!

Home Insurance Car Insurance Business Insurance Farm Insurance SGI Issuer • No Voice Mail: Although automated voice mail has become very popular and in some cases reduces the number of call backs, Loewen Agencies Ltd. feels that a caring and interested human voice is appreciated by the majority of clients. As a result, every call is answered personally by one of our insurance professionals.

• Client Satisfaction and Retention • Availability of Insurance Markets • Independence • Qualified Insurance Professionals

3 Locations covering a large geographical area to serve you better Radville

230 Main Street (Box 640) S0C 2G0 Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm 306-869-2243 email: radvilleoffice@ loewenagencies.com

Minton

30 Centre Street (Box 60) S0C 1T0 Monday - Wednesday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm 306-969-2243 email: mintonoffice@ loewenagencies.com

Ceylon

512 1st Avenue West (Box 207) S0C 0T0 Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm 306-454-2411 email: ceylonoffice@ loewenagencies.com

Visit our website at www.loewenagencies.com

Pratt Transport Ltd.

Earthmoving services including scrapers, excavators, dozer, grader, skid steers

Equipment, aggregate and top soil hauling

Snow removal services

919 Anderson Ave. (Hwy 28), Radville, SK | 306-869-7633

Box 44 Radville, Sk S0C 2G0 newdimension@sasktel.net Rob cell: 306-869-7633 Christine cell: 306-869-7693 Fax: 306-869-2575

Equipment rentals

Have a Great

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Friendly Servic

at the Radville Coop SERVICES INCLUDE: Gas Bar Bulk Fuels Fencing Supplies Paint & Hardware Supplies Groceries

Farm Service Dept and Gas Bar 122 Hunt St 306-869-2222 Food Store 309 Main St 306-869-4353

Long Creek Saloon Come and visit us for a great time!

Got the Munchies?

Try something from our menu: Burgers beef or chicken Fries Onion Rings RADVILLE SERVICES INCLUDE:

Perogies Dumplings Poutine

· 24-Hour Local Cardlock

Chicken nuggets, wings and fingers

· Bulk Fuel Delivery

Salads

· Retail Sales · Lubricants & Greases

Steak Friday and Saturday specials

· Farm Fuel & Heating Fuel

And More!

VLT machines 134 Main St, Radville, SK | 306-869-2707

626 Railway Ave., Radville | 306-869-2600 sales@mazencfuels.com OTHER LOCATIONS INCLUDE: Regina, Moose Jaw, Balcarres, Chaplin, Fillmore, Grenfell, Southey, Weyburn and Yellow Grass

Get Stay Radius Credit Union offers many services to ensure your financial needs are met anytime, anywhere!

Check balances, send and receive e-transfers, pay bills, and more!

Grab a cheque, snap a picture and just like that it is deposited securely into your account!

COMING SOON! For iPhone and Android - make point of sale payments with the tap of your phone!

Radius Credit Union offers branches in Avonlea, Ceylon, Pangman, Ogema, Radville, Torquay and Tribune.

www.radiuscu.com

CROCK POT Apple Cider INGREDIENTS

4 pounds apples, chopped 1/2 cup brown sugar 4 cinnamon sticks 1 teaspoon all spice 1 teaspoon whole cloves 1 orange, chopped 8 cups of water INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place all items into a crock pot and set on low for 6 hours.

2. After apples have cooked and are soft, mash entire contents with a potato masher.

Squeeze out as much juice as possible from apples and orange.

3. Scoop out mixture and run through a fine mesh colander.

4. Garnish with a slice of orange and enjoy!

L-R Collision Team, Service Team and Parts Team.

Winter is Coming, BE PREPARED. Whether we like it or not, winter is on its way. Winter driving can sometimes be a daunting task, especially when conditions are snowy or icy. If road conditions are dangerous, consider making alternate travel arrangements or postponing your trip until conditions improve.

Darryl Quintyn (Parts Manager) If you don’t already have them, get winter tires. Winter tires provide better traction, handling and braking, shortening your braking distance by as much as 25%. In extreme cold temperatures, the tread rubber of an all-season tire stiffens and becomes less able to provide sufficient traction. To combat this, tread rubber compounds of winter tires are made to remain flexible, allowing the tire to grip the road better. We recommend our customers switch to winter tires when the temperatures dip below 7°C. At Barber Motors, we offer winter tire financing with your new or pre-owned vehicle purchase.

Follow these tips from our parts, service and collision managers to keep yourself safe during the blustery winter months.

Ron Roteliuk (Service Manager) Winter is just around the corner. How can you make sure your vehicle is well cared for during the difficult winter months? As it is more difficult for a battery to operate in cold weather, we advise having a volt test performed to make sure it’s in good working order. Be sure to top up all coolants, washer fluid and gasoline to prevent accumulated water from freezing inside your fuel pump.

A full tank of fuel will also help you stay warm by allowing your engine to run in case you should ever get stuck. Check that your wiper blades are in good working order, and stock your vehicle with basic safety gear and a survival kit.

Paul Hoffart (Collision Manager) One of the most underrated winter safety issues is vision. It is vital to see where you’re going, and when winter road conditions are at their worst, that is not always easy. Keep your windshield and washer nozzles clear of ice and snow. Be sure to keep the moisture levels low to prevent window fog. Clean the snow and ice off your vehicle, including your headlights and tail lights. Slowdown, and make sure to control skids properly. It takes longer to stop on snow-covered or ice roads. And, remember to reduce your speed, and leave ample distance between your vehicle and the one in front of you.

Barber Motors #1 Government Road, Weyburn | 306.842.6531 | 888.291.3921 | www.barbermotors.com Open Monday - Friday 8:00am-6:00pm | Saturdays 8:00am-5:00pm

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Cold Weather

SURVIVAL KIT: Keep a survival kit in trunk or back seat for emergencies. Pack an ice scraper, snow brush, jumper cables, flashlight, blanket, extra clothes, bottled water, dry snacks, first aid kit, knife, shovel, cellphone charger, de-icer spray, whistle, tow rope and hand warmers.

HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS: Make sure your bulbs are working and that the head and tail light lenses are not covered with snow or ice.

WINTER TIRES: BATTERY: Ensure that your battery will work this winter. Have a volt test done to make sure it is in good working order.

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID: It is hard to see through a windshield covered in muddy winter slush so make sure you keep your windshield washer fluid topped up.

On icy winter roads, you need great traction. Winter tires offer greater flexibility and traction than all-season tires during the cold winter months. Make sure your tires perform optimally by checking your tire pressure regularly.

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES:

ANTIFREEZE:

OIL:

Protect your engine from the extreme cold of winter.

Antifreeze keeps all your engine’s fluids running smoothly.

Change your oil before the temperatures drop. This will keep it from thickening and help your car start more easily.

BRAKES: Get your brakes checked before the snow flies.

On icy roads, it is important that your brakes work well.

WAX: Wash your car and apply a fresh coat of wax to protect it from the ice, salt, sand and slush thrown at it over the winter.

DEFROSTER AND CLIMATE CONTROL:

Replace if needed.

Leave blades up at night to prevent them from freezing to your windshield.

Be sure that your defroster and climate control gauges are working so your windshield stays clear and you stay warm while commuting this winter.

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COOLANT: Check your coolant and top it up if necessary.

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Great Plains Ford: Celebrating 40th Anniversary

By Erin Legg Photos by Images by Jon Gillies

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reat Plains Ford has a long history with the community of Weyburn. Linda and Allan Tosczak bought the dealership in 1978, and it’s been family-owned and operated since then. Their son Jeff Tosczak later purchased the dealership and continues to operate it.

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“Our people are definitely our greatest asset at the dealership,” says Jeff. “Great service stems from great people. We have an unbelievable staff that knows how to look after our customers in a friendly, timely manner. It’s nice when you can go to a business and deal with the same people you have been dealing

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with for years. Great relationships are built this way, and we are very fortunate to have a lot of long-term staff.”

“We’re not a high pressure facility,” states Jeff. “We like to deal in a nice, friendly, no-pressure environment. I believe people like to shop that way and

experience buying a vehicle that way; at least, I know I do. Buying a vehicle should not be a painful experience.”

help at the dealership. He still lends his auctioneering talents to the community for fundraisers and charity auctions.

Jeff worked as an auto auctioneer in Winnipeg and later in Edmonton where he took over the position of sales manager before returning to Weyburn to

“Weyburn is a great community to raise a family,” says Jeff. “We have excellent facilities, schools, sports teams, and programs that the whole community

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rallies around. We have always been big supporters of local community. My dad, Big Al, as he is known around here, has always been a huge supporter 4-H.” Jeff guesses that over the past 40 years the dealership has purchased about 600 calves at the local 4-H sale. Whether

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it’s hockey, baseball, volleyball, soccer, dance competitions or the annual Communithon, Great Plains Ford is usually supporting it one way or another.

Perhaps due to their deep local roots, the staff at Great Plains Ford take pride in the great service they offer to their customers. If there’s a problem, they always do their best to help and they always try to get a quick turn around when fixing vehicles.

“Service is the most important part of the business,” Jeff explains. “That’s why we did the service expansion, that’s why we have a fully accredited SGI Elite Certified body shop, that’s why we stock lots of

parts, and that’s why we stock lots of vehicles: to service the customers in our area the best we can.”

Their knowledgeable service and body shop staff can repair all makes and models, not just Fords. From oil changes to tires, windshield repairs and replacements, to dents and frame straightening, to complete paint jobs, Great Plains Ford has everything your vehicle needs.

And don’t forget their huge selection of vehicles.

“We always have a great selection of new and used vehicles,” says Jeff. “We

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especially like to stock heavy in new F-150 and super duty trucks. Ford makes an unbelievably high-quality product these days, second to none in the industry.”

For no-pressure help in choosing the right vehicle to fit your needs, or to find the best service around, visit your neighbourhood dealership: Great Plains Ford in Weyburn.

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Carlyle’s

Charles Dickens

Village Festival

By Tonya Lambert

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t was the season of hospitality, merriment, and openheartedness,” wrote Charles Dickens about Christmas in his novel, The Pickwick Papers. Perhaps few people remember this better than the residents of Carlyle, Saskatchewan.

Every year this town of 1,500 grows in size, laughter and revelry when residents and visitors welcome in the Christmas season at the annual Charles Dickens Village Festival.

Held each year on the first weekend of December, Carlyle’s Dickens Festival has been combining a celebration of the famous English author and his Victorianera characters with the joy and goodwill that is the Christmas season. Such a festival is fitting given that Dickens almost single-handedly revived the dwindling Yuletide celebrations of his day with the publication of A Christmas Carol in 1843. Indeed, his friend Thomas Carlyle, after whose niece the town of Carlyle

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in named, was so moved by Dickens' tale that when he finished reading it, he went out and bought a turkey for his Christmas table.

Attendees of Carlyle’s Dickens Festival will be transported back to Victorian England and the re-awakening of the Christmas spirit that A Christmas Carol engendered. Ebenezer Scrooge, Father Christmas, English bobbies and the town crier walk the streets while revelers in Victorian attire browse the English Market. “Some of us attempt to have an English accent,” laughs Shelley Slykhius, a longtime member of the organizing committee. “For some, it comes out more as an Australian accent, but we all just have fun!”

In true Victorian fashion, food fills the hearts, minds and bellies of those celebrating the Christmas season.

Various community clubs and churches sell tasty treats around the town.

Revelers can sign up to go on Tiny Tim’s Taste Tour which stops by participating local businesses. On Saturday morning, families can have breakfast with Santa at the local hall and then in the afternoon, the United Church hosts high tea and a bake sale. Throughout the weekend, festival goers can be found toasting the town with a pint at Fezziwig’s Pub in the Carlyle Memorial Hall.

a different theme: rock ‘n’ roll, Wall Street, Western, puppets. Tickets to the popular production sell out fast, often within the first week of sales in mid-October.

Every year, organizers add something new. Last year, it was Scrooge’s Candy Shoppe and cut-out photo boards. Who knows what it will be this year?

On Friday and Saturday evening, residents and visitors alike gather along Main Street to watch a light-up parade.

Entries are decorated with all types of lights – twinkling traditional Christmas lights, bright spot lights, glittering net lights and brilliant blinking bulbs. “One year, we had a trucking company deck out their semi in lights,” says Slykhuis. “It was awesome!”

“The festival has become very popular,” says Slykhuis. “A group of women comes down from Regina every year. People from across the province and country come. There have even been attendees from England, the US and South America.” This is hardly surprising since as Dickens himself wrote in A Christmas Carol, “There is nothing in the world so irresistibly contagious as laughter and good humor.”

The festival culminates with a performance of A Christmas Carol by the Cornerstone Theatre. Each year, there is

This year’s festival will be held on November 30 and December 1.

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Welcome to Our Home

By Erin Legg Photos by Big Dog Photography

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hen customers enter Home Hardware in Carlyle, they can expect a few things: to be greeted by a friendly staff member, to feel comfortable browsing the spacious and clean aisles looking for whatever is on their list or whatever new gadget they didn’t know they needed, and to have any questions they have answered promptly and thoroughly. This is by no accident.

Owner Nancy Matthewson stresses just how valuable her staff is to the store’s

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success: “We wouldn’t be what we are today without this team. They are so wonderful.”

The staff follows Nancy’s passionate lead.

She and her husband Gilles have been the owners of Carlyle Home Hardware for 13 years. Throughout this time, Nancy has always empowered her employees to feel confident with the customer service they provide to the local townsfolk and beyond. “Everyone here takes pride in what they do,” she says. “Customer service is our number one priority.”

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To help boost the confidence of the team, every morning they take turns leading a discussion about a customer service tip as well as reviewing a different product Home Hardware has available for purchase. This double team-building and educational session further bolsters the staff’s ability to serve their clientele the best they can. “When people come into our store, they know that we are here to help,” Nancy smiles. “We do whatever we can to find out the information they’re looking for.”

This consistency is easy to achieve when the staff consists of long-term employees, committed to their jobs and their customers. Currently on maternity leave is Nancy’s daughter, Katie. Katie, the floor manager, recently celebrated her five-year anniversary with Home Hardware. And a newer addition to the team includes Nancy’s son, Jesse.

It’s not uncommon to see the staff cleaning and tidying the store to ensure customers have the best experience when they enter. This is also made more comfortable due to the vast retail and warehouse space provided by the 2011 expansion — Carlyle Home Hardware almost tripled the available room for displays and inventory!

This September, expect to give Nancy and the Home Hardware team a wave of support as they commit for the month to the local Meals on Wheels program, something that’s become a regular habit for the local business. The hardware store commits to national charity support through its head office (in particular, SickKids Foundation and Special Olympics Canada), but as Nancy explains they’re also involved in frontline community work. “We’re quite involved.

Carlyle is a tight-knit community, so we’re always backing the Lions Clubs, the rink, the pool … with a real focus on kids’ activities!”

In fact, the Home Hardware team is already busy planning for the 16th Annual Dickens Festival this December. While Nancy is saving the details of this year’s parade float, it’s guaranteed to be another fantastic fun-filled family event you won’t want to miss.

They say home is where the heart is, and Nancy and the team at Carlyle Home Hardware have proven this day in and day out. Stop by today to see for yourself!

Carlyle Home Hardware 110 Railway Avenue East Carlyle 306.453.2242 homehardware.ca

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New Dimension Hair Studio:

Because Beauty is Always in Style

By Erin Legg Photos by Big Dog Photography

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hen it comes to hair, eyelashes and beauty in general, New Dimension Hair Studio is the preferred style centre in Carlyle and surrounding area. Alicia Brown has been in business with her mother, Donna, for the past nine years, running the full-service Joico salon with pride. New Dimension offers clientele complete hair care, eyelash extensions, full aesthetics, barbering and tanning. For laser hair removal and skin rejuvenation, Joanne Howard from

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Sleek Appearance comes in to care for customers. As Alicia says, “We truly are a one-stop shop, catering to what each of our customers need.”

While Alicia has more than 13 years experience in hair and almost eight with eyelash extensions, Donna provides almost a decade of nail experience. In fact, the entire New Dimension style team — Nicole Brown, Rosie Schick and Amanda Benner (newly back from maternity leave) — are proven beauty professionals. “We’re really known for the

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care and attention we give our clientele,” says Alicia. “We have a relationship with every client.” But just because you’re a familiar face doesn’t mean you’ll get a familiar style. “We always encourage a style change for those who are up for it.”

Dreaming of a gorgeous, breathtaking ’do for when you say ‘I do’ on your wedding day? New Dimension Hair Studio is renowned for its wedding party pampering. For Alicia, one of the most exciting parts of her job is hosting bridal parties in the salon. “There is nothing

“Styles and trends are always evolving, so it’s important to us to keep up with the latest education.”

- Alicia Brown better for a bride than making sure everyone comes in together on the special day and gets ready together,” Alicia smiles. “A wedding day is so special, and I love doing wedding hair. We have bridal parties come to the salon from all over.” At New Dimension Hair Studio, the bride and her tribe have the full use of the salon as it closes to the public. Wedding parties can bring in their makeup artist and caterer, relax with each other while Alicia and her stylists help them look their best and even get dressed in the spacious salon rooms. Alicia advises brides-to-be to call her as soon as possible to book their private pampering with the New Dimension beauty team.

Alicia feels the salon’s growing success is in large part because of the commitment she and the other stylists have to education. “Styles and trends are always evolving, so it’s important to us to keep up with the latest education,” she explains. Alicia and Donna travel to Mexico every two years to partake in an international hair show to learn about new products, techniques and business advice. She’s hoping the entire team can travel together next year and in the meanwhile will continue hosting educational hair classes at New Dimension Hair Studio and attending hair classes in surrounding cities.

Follow the New Dimension Hair Studio Facebook page for all the latest news, special deals and promotions. And don’t forget to book your fall style appointment today!

New Dimension Hair Studio 120 Main Street Carlyle 306.453.2499

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