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The RCMP’s Musical Skaters . . . Biggar Skating Club held their annual carnival this past Sunday, honouring Canada as we celebrate our 150th birthday. These smiling performers paid homage to the iconic RCMP Musical Ride, complete with a local Mountie in Red Serge. See Page 2 for more.

(Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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Biggar skaters hit the Jubilee Stadium, Sunday afternoon, honouring this great country we call Canada. With our 150th birthday, these talented skaters showed off their patriotism and the skills they’ve learned over the past season. An incredible show of athleticism and entertainment - a great way to recognize our country and our skating club!

(Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

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Premier headed to Iowa to promote importance of Canada-U.S. trade

Premier Brad Wall is travelling to Iowa this week to promote the critical importance of Canada’s and Saskatchewan’s trade relationship with the United States.

Wall will visit Des Moines, the state capital, on Wednesday March 15 to take part in a “Canada Day at the Capitol” program organized by the Consulate General of Canada in Minneapolis.

The trip comes as a result of discussions with Prime Minister Trudeau.

Wall offered Saskatchewan’s assistance in engaging with the United States at the national and state level.

The Prime Minister asked the Premier to represent Canada in Iowa, along with Andrew Leslie, Parliamentary Secretary to the federal Minister of

Foreign Affairs (CanadaU.S. Relations).

“Canada and the United States have forged one the most successful economic partnerships the world has ever seen,” Wall said.

“Millions of families on both sides of the borders benefit from trade. Now, more than ever, we need to actively promote the advantages of trade and point out the dangers of protectionism. We must be vigilant in protecting our shared prosperity.”

During the trip, Wall will highlight the $1.4 trillion trade and investment relationship between the two countries and speak to the value of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

His itinerary includes meetings with Iowa Governor Terry Branstad and Lieutenant Governor Kim

Reynolds and remarks to the Iowa Senate and House of Representatives. Wall will also participate in a roundtable discussion with state agricultural organizations and speak at an evening reception attended by 200 business, government and academic representatives.

Canada is the United States’ largest customer, accounting for $266 billion U.S. worth of imports last year. Our country is the number one customer for 32 states, including Iowa, which shipped $3.4 billion U.S. worth of exports to Canada last year. An estimated 100,000 jobs in Iowa depend on trade and investment with Canada.

Saskatchewan exporters shipped $355 million

U.S. worth of goods to Iowa last year, primarily potash, oats, canola oil and live swine. Iowa in turn shipped $363 million U.S. worth of products, primarily agricultural equipment, to Saskatchewan in 2016.

“The United States is Saskatchewan’s largest export market and that economic relationship is critical to maintaining a strong Saskatchewan economy and contributing to the one in five Saskatchewan jobs that depend on international trade,” Wall said. “Missions like this one are important in nurturing relationships with key U.S. decision makers and reinforcing the mutual benefits that derive from trade, investment and cooperation.”

Biggar RCMP make drug bust Two Biggar men make court appearances

On the evening of February 25, Biggar RCMP initiated a traffic stop in the Town of Biggar.

Investigation revealed the 36-year-old male driver, from Biggar, was operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drug.

He was arrested without incident.

A search of the vehicle revealed a small quantity of methamphetamine.

The male was charged with Trafficking in a Controlled Substance and Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking.

He was released on a number of conditions.

His first appearance in Provincial Court in Biggar will be April 5.

Another incident, this time on the evening of Thursday, March 9, had Biggar RCMP involved in another traffic stop, this time on Highway 14 east of Biggar.

A small quantity of cannabis, along with drug paraphernalia were located and seized.

A male passenger, 29-year-old Alex Lounsbury of Biggar, was arrested for possession

of methamphetamine.

Search incidental to arrest revealed a small quantity of methamphetamine and paraphernalia.

Lounsbury is charged with: Unlawfully possessing a substance included in Schedule 1 (methamphetamine) for the purpose of trafficking - Sec. 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA).

Lounsbury made his first court appearance Friday, March 10 at Provincial Court in North Battleford. He has been remanded in custody. His

next court appearance was Monday, March 13, also at Provincial Court in North Battleford.

“Biggar RCMP has made another significant arrest and continue to remain vigilant in the detection of illicit drug trafficking in our community,” Biggar RCMP Detachment Commander, Sgt. Colin Sawrenko said. “Anyone with any information on suspicious activity in your neighbourhood is encouraged to contact police or Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477).”

Break, Enter and Theft in Unity

Five Fridays . . . With the Lenten season upon us, the second of five Friday Lenten interdenominational services was held at the Biggar New Horizons. The services, followed by a lunch, begin at 12:05 at the centre, and are sponsored by the Biggar and District Ministerial Association. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

On February 27, Unity RCMP received a complaint of a break and enter into a garage on the 500 block of Main Street, Unity.

Approximately $2,000 worth of construction tools and equipment were stolen. The break-in is believed to have occurred sometime between February 16 and February 27.

The Unity RCMP would like to request that the public report any suspicious persons or vehicles they observe in addition to any occurrences where someone has trespassed on their property. They would like to also remind the public to remember to lock vehicles and buildings when you are away from home.

Anyone with information about this or any other crimes are asked to call the Unity RCMP at (306) 228-6300, the Wilkie RCMP at (306) 843-3480, the Macklin RCMP at (306) 753-2171, or the Biggar RCMP at (306) 948-6600. If you prefer to remain anonymous, please call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers with your information at 1-800-2228477 or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime.

Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded. You can also submit a tip online at saskcrimestoppers.com.

Give the info; the choice is now yours . . . Biggar RCMP’s Cst. Cristina Cox (top), Biggar Addictions Services Amy Bailey (middle), and Biggar EMS’s Doug Beeson (bottom) partnered together to talk to St. Gabriel School students about the drugs, alcohol and the consequences from a legal, psychological and physiological point. The talk, March 9, gave Grade 8 and 9 students a no-nonsense look at the consequences of drugs and alcohol. With binge drinking and drug use an epidemic in our town, the talk was designed not to preach, but to get students to take responsibility of their lives and give them the tools to deal with their new reality as they set forth on the path to becoming adults. (Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam) 5

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Governments are failing the people

by Colin Craig, Manning Centre Recent research by public affairs firm Edelman shows trust among Canadians towards the government has dropped from 53 per cent to 43 per cent over the last year alone.

While it’s disappointing so many of us feel we can’t trust our government, the growing frustration among Canadians does present an opportunity to those of us who want less government in the first place. It’s an opportunity to shake things up and transfer more power back to the public and improve accountability in government.

The following ideas could help do just that: First, governments could outlaw the practice of taking money from taxpayers and giving those dollars to businesses like Bombardier and other companies that regularly lobby governments for money.

Imposing such a restriction would help force governments to focus on the basics – health care, fixing our roads, policing, etc.

Instead of giving away our tax dollars, the government could reduce taxes and allow you to decide what to do with your share of the savings. A political party that is truly serious about this policy could even enshrine it in its own constitution – automatically stripping any of its elected officials of their party membership (and thus their nomination) for voting to fund handouts to businesses.

Second, politicians could end the practice of governments spending millions of tax dollars on ads filled with propaganda.

Instead, government ad campaigns, could, by law, be required to receive approval from opposition parties. Thus, governments could still advertise important activities, but opposition parties would ensure the ads are free of propaganda.

Next, why do we continue to hire politicians for four-year terms without an opportunity to dismiss them if they fail to perform or break their promises? British Columbia is the only province in Canada to address the problem by implementing recall legislation over 20 years ago (recall allows citizens to collect petition signatures and dismiss a politician if enough signatures are collected).

Other jurisdictions should follow B.C.’s lead, as it’s a tool that has not been abused by the public and has served as a deterrent for bad behaviour.

Speaking of more citizen power, referendums should be used more frequently.

When our democracy was set-up 150 years ago, it would take many people hours or days to commute to polling stations and they couldn’t possibly stay informed of daily activities in Ottawa or provincial capitals.

Today, the prevalence of cars, transit, the Internet and mass media have made it much easier for the public to follow an issue and travel to a polling station to vote. Referendums should be used more frequently for major decisions – an Olympic bid, a major tax increase, electoral

reform, etc.

Finally, let’s see an end to the large compensation gap between government employees and everyone else. This is an issue few governments have been willing to touch, but it could be done in a politically feasible way – as costly employees retire, make sure their replacements are paid on par with what those in business earn for doing similar work.

These are just a few ideas to address some of the frustration that’s likely fuelling a lack of trust in government. A pot of gold in votes might just be waiting for an elected official who acts on them.

Colin Craig is the Director of Strategic Communications for the Manning Centre and is the author of The Government Wears Prada. He has an MBA and a BA (Economics) from the University of Manitoba. Prior to joining the Manning Centre, Colin worked for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation in Winnipeg and was instrumental in shaping public policy decisions at the municipal, provincial and federal level.

Trump’s economic agenda: uncertainty, risks and opportunities for Canada

by Glen Hodgson, Senior Fellow New U.S. President Donald Trump has promised to do many things to make America great again. Some of these promises have major economic flaws with negative consequences, and his ongoing comments are adding to uncertainty. What are the major risks, and opportunities, for Canada from the Trump economic agenda?

The starting point for 2017 is solid.

The Conference Board of Canada believes the Canadian outlook has strengthened. We expect the implosion in oil-sector investment to end, foresee a modest recovery in commodity prices and improved export growth.

Taken together, these factors mean Canadian growth will pick up to 1.9 per cent in 2017. The U.S. outlook is also solid, based on current policies. But the status quo is about

to change.

The most important priorities for Canada are trade, fiscal and monetary policy, energy and pipelines, and immigration.

Changes to oversight of financial services may benefit Canada in the near term, although relaxation of regulatory oversight could recreate longer-term systemic risks.

Trade policy is the top area for concern because of Mr. Trump’s campaign promise to tear up the North American freetrade agreement (NAFTA) and his threat to impose a border tax on imports. Any arbitrary U.S. trade action would of course put Canadian economic interests at risk.

While Canada has the Canada– U.S. free-trade agreement as a fallback position if NAFTA wobbles, the strongest argument against arbitrary action by the Trump Adminis-

and to advance its interests in items such as more openness to services trade, and reducing non-tariff barriers.

On fiscal policy, Mr. Trump promised simultaneously to slash taxes, spend much more on infrastructure and defence, and balance the federal budget—which is not possible. Deep U.S. tax cuts and higher infrastructure spending could add a bit of short-term economic stimulus to the American economy, which would be good for Canadian exports.

But larger annual U.S. fiscal deficits and much more public debt would eventually eat away at confidence.

When combined with tightening U.S. labour markets and possible border taxes, expansionary fiscal policy would fuel inflation and a faster increase in U.S. interest rates, with further upward

pressure on the greenback. Canada would face multiple macroeconomic policy challenges, including whether to meet reductions in U.S. tax rates for business and individuals, and maintaining an independent monetary policy if economic conditions diverge widely.

On energy and pipelines, Mr. Trump said he would provide quick approval for the Keystone XL pipeline. But he also mused about greater benefits for the United States from its approval.

More broadly, his protectionist attitudes could end up affecting the energy sector, most likely through unconstrained support for expanded U.S. domestic energy production. That scenario could crowd out expanded Canadian energy sales into the U.S. market. Improving access to global energy markets through new pipe-

lines would then become all the more important for the Canadian energy sector.

The United States will take action to deter illegal immigration, even if mass deportations do not occur. However, population and labour force growth are key factors in maintaining strong underlying economic-growth potential, so antiimmigration policies would not be good for long-term U.S. economic growth. The historic U.S. brand as a magnet for people to fuel its economy has already been affected.

None of us know what the Trump economic agenda will look like in detail, but it is bound to be challenging. If Canada is to avoid getting caught in the crossfire, nimble and responsive policy design and action will be much required in the months and years ahead.

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tration is Canada– U.S. trade integration. Over many decades, extensive cross-border value chains have been built, notably in the manufacturing sector. For example, many light vehicles assembled in Canada have high levels of parts and other inputs imported from the United States. An import tax on autos assembled in Canada would in effect be a tax on related U.S. exports, which makes little policy sense. The Trump Administration risks shooting itself—and its constituents—in the foot if it acts arbitrarily toward Canada on trade policy.

It now appears the election promise is transforming into a desire to renegotiate NAFTA, which ought to be a twoway street. Canada would have an opportunity to demonstrate the advantages of North American trade integration,

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Vist Canada this year It is Canada’s 150 birthday in 2017. I have read so many articles encouraging Canadians to travel.

Over the years I have been fortunate to be able to visit every province and I have my personal favourites which I would like to share with you.

Let’s start at the West Coast and move to the East Coast.

British Columbia has some of the most breathtaking scenery starting with Victoria and moving to the Mainland. It’s hard to pick just one.

There is the Okanagan with its fruit and wine, the Shuswaps, the mountains with skiing, golfing and hot springs. But, I love visiting Granville Island in Vancouver.

This market place has lots that appeals to a land lubber -- water, fresh market produce, entertainment, boutique stores, restaurants.

When it comes to Alberta the choice is tremendous. Dinosaurs, badlands, amenities in Calgary and Edmonton, national parks. By far

my favourite is Banff and the area around National Park. From the Lake Winnipeg. Wintime we were youngsters, nipeg does have some my parspots like ents took the Forks us on a and the Legyearly trip islature. to Calgary Then there and the is Ontario mounwith Niagara tains. A Falls, Niagtrip to ara-on-theBanff Lake and was a the wineries. highlight However, I for me. much preMuch has fer Ottawa. changed The nation’s in the capital is a national beautiful city park since Peggy Hasein dominated then but

by Parliamounment Hill. tains haven’t and neither There is also the Byward have the hot springs.

Market with its eclectic Saskatchewan is someatmosphere. times overlooked in I’m torn between Queterms of tourism but a bec City and Montreal. visit to one of the many St. Catharine’s Street lakes is a must. Summers or Old Montreal are are great and what better certainly drawing cards way to spend a hot sumbut the charm of Quebec mer’s day than laying on City is hard to resist. It the beach or even going is probably the closest for a boat ride.

Canada has to European I know Manitoba has influence. a great park in Riding The Maritimes. All Mountain National Park four provinces have that but I much prefer Gimli Maritime flair yet each

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are individuals on their own. New Brunswick with the Hopewell Rocks, Saint John, Magnetic Hill. There is a bed and breakfast just outside of Saint John that is a heartbreaker. You must cross a ferry to get there and it is situated on a small cove. Very picturesque.

Halifax, Peggy’s Cove, Digby, the Bay of Fundy are hard to resist in Nova Scotia but my favourite spot is Baddeck on Cape Breton Island. Again, we found a bed and breakfast where we rented a cabin that overlooked a bay at the edge of town.

As for Prince Edward Island, famous for Anne of Green Gables and Government House, it is the Prince Edward Island Preserve location that is the drawing card.

Charming Newfoundland. Great people. Icebergs. Pubs.

If you have the opportunity to travel somewhere this year, you won’t be disappointed in what Canada has to offer.

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Biggar Lodge News

by Karen Kammer, Recreation Coordinator Hello everyone, Long time so see everyone. I happened to be a way for a few weeks so I am a little behind in my write-up for the paper.

Monday, February 27 the residents had exercises and mop hockey.

On Tuesday the 28th they had current events and spelling Bee. March 1 was birthday party night. Cash Back was here to celebrate the birthdays. Three residents have birthdays in March. The Eastern Star Ladies provided the evening lunch.

Thursday the 2nd we had exercises and bingo.

Fridays Breakfast club was down Autumn. After

breakfast the residents had shuffleboard and then Blast from the Past in the afternoon.

Saturday was animal bingo and the movie for that day was “Little House on the Prairie”.

Sunday morning was 1-1 time and the Sonningdale Pentecostal Church was here for worship.

Now for this past week.

Monday was exercises and crosswords.

Tuesday was current events. Then after dinner we did the Price is Right.

I changed this game up a bit. We decided to do menu planning based on a budget and using the items that were on the table. This got the residents thinking of what was needed to make a

meal and for how many people.

Wednesday was t-ball in the morning. There were some great hits. In the afternoon we played Yahtzee. Team Clovers played against the Rainbows. The Clovers won because they had the Yahtzee earlier in the game.

Thursday was bible study, exercises and bingo.

Friday morning was Breakfast club down Willow. I made the residents waffles, eggs, bacon and sausages. Many plates were empty, either it was good or everyone was hungry. PAL’s were here at 10:30 for singing hymns. We had mop hockey in the afternoon.

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL TOWN OF BIGGAR Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Town of Biggar for the year 2017 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Friday, March 17, 2017 to May 18, 2017.

A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipality Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or here notice of appeal, accompanied by a $50.00 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful, with: The Assessor, Town of Biggar, P. O. Box 489, BIGGAR, Saskatchewan, S0K 0M0 by the 18th day of May, 2017.

Dated this 16th day of March, 2017.

Marty Baroni, Assessor

Saturday morning was picture bingo and a movie. Sunday morning was 1-1 time. The Philipino Church was here for church this week.

Thank you to everyone that visited or helped us out at the Lodge over the last while. It really means a lot to the residents when people from the community interacts with them.

Take care and have a great rest of your week.

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Plans But mousie, thou’ art no thy lain In proving foresight may be vain The best laid schemes of mice (and men) Gang aft agley,

And leave us not but grief and pain For promised joy!

R.B. Yours Truly (Y.T.) don’t like writing about things like this, but darn-it-

Jim Reiter, MLA

Rosetown-Elrose Constituency 215 Main Street, Rosetown Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 5:00 Tel: 306-882-4105 Fax: 306-882-4108 Toll free; 1-855-762-2233 E-mail: jimreitermla@sasktel.net Box 278, Rosetown SK S0L 2V0 Please call with questions or concerns

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all, that is the way life is! And if he keeps at it long enough, mebbe a few lines he writes make sense!

There may be people who have never had their plans go wrong, and in a way Y.T. feels a little sorry for them! A tree that has never bent with a breeze, is one of the first to fall when a hurricane comes along.

Wow! A new down-toearth sentiment already!

Or did Mr. Homer use that one when he wrote the “Iliad”?

When the folks came west many years ago, there were a lot of plans made. And because times were good, everyone looked forward to Saskatchewan’s bright future.

But no! Many of the plans that those young settlers made, went over to Europe during WWII and never came back!

Darn these European wars anyway!

The ones who did come back, picked up their plans where they had left off, and had a few good years sometimes called “The Roaring Twenties”!

But then...1929! Despite Genesis 41, no one had planned for a depression! As a matter-of-fact,

during the last half of the decade, things almost seemed to be booming in places. And then all of a sudden everyone wanted their money! Money!

Money!

There have been books and books written about the “Dirty Thirties”.

No one had made plans for controlling a situation like this and someone had to find a way out!

Many of the world’s best economic minds were applied, trying to solve a system that had failed.

Finally, an English economist suggested a scheme that President Roosevelt of the USA included in his “New Deal” program!

It took 10 years, but actually the credit for ending “The Great Depression” was made by one, Adolph Hitler, when his troops marched into Rhineland! See “Ten Lost Years” by Barry Broadfoot!

But some of the plans of Europe didn’t fare that well either. Take the plight of the Sudeten refugees who flocked to Saskatchewan in the late 1920s!

After WWI the Versailles treaty awarded the Sudeten Land to Czechoslovakia. Many of the German residents planned to move to Canada, and settled around Green Lake in Saskatchewan.

The 1930s (Dirty Thirties) came along, and because the Munich Agreement had awarded the Sudeten Land back to Germany in 1938, many of the people moved back! Some had gone to school out here and spoke fluent English.

Some of them ended up in the German army. One P.O.W. (Prisoner of war) asked me if I knew his cousin west of Biggar!

Talk about plans, eh?

Note: Y.T. has always wondered about this!

The history book tells us that in 1924 the German “Mark” had been devaluated so much that it was almost worthless (Yours Truly has postage stamps of that time to prove it!) And yet during World War Two, Germany had the best equipped army in the world! How come?

During those years of the early 1930s, the world was Bob Mason searching for a way to cure the economy! There must be an explanation somewhere! Somewhere that Y.T. and many other people have never been told!

According to Barry Broadfoot’s book, “Ten Lost Years”, credit for curing “The Great Depression” has to go to Adolph Hitler when his troops march into the Rhineland!

“The schemes of mice and men!” eh.

Of course when we did come home from the world mess and got settled on our small farm by the VLA (Veterans Land Act), many of our plans for the future didn’t work out that good either!

We put our “shoulders to the wheel”, our “ears to the ground”, and our “noses to the grindstone”, but the contortionist people didn’t seem to know that we were around!

We got hit by a polio bug and had to change our plans of being a 190 pound man who could

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work all day to a 140 pound weakling who “couldn’t do nuthin’”.

The doctors all claimed that Y.T. would never work again! Y.T. even tried writing a bit (no comments here please!)

Thanks Heavens though, he finally got his strength back and has been working ever since (an unexpected plan that didn’t go wrong!) And then, again, fate threw another wrench into the gears - “retirement”! Also known as “The end of your working life!”

No more deadlines, no more clock-watching, also no more plans!

What now?

They say that we older people learn by our mistakes, but when that “retirement” guillotine falls, it is almost too late to use ones new-found wisdom - almost too late to make plans! We may be a little “wiser” alright, but darn it all, Y.T. keeps forgetting names and dates!

When a pretty girl (my wife) sez something like: “Are you taking me out for supper tonight?” Aha! Being “wiser”, Y.T. has made “plans” and hauls a list out of his pocket book. Now let me see - our anniversary, no! My wife’s birthday - no! One of our kids graduation - no! And finally, aha! There it is, “The Fowl Supper!”

Then Yours Truly starts counting how much coin he has!

So much for “Plans” and “Rainy Days”, eh?

All through history it has been this same way, I think!

We make great plans to do things that often don’t turn out too well.

And often our plans are replaced by nature with ones far better! We have a wonderful family!

“The best laid schemes of mice and men”, eh?

And we still have a lot of both, despite hard times and ploughed fields!

ASSESSMENT NOTICE Village of Perdue Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Village of Perdue for the year 2017 has been prepared and is open to inspection at the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the following days, Monday to Friday, March 16, 2017 to May 18, 2017.

A Bylaw pursuant to Section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal, accompanied by a $25.00 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful, with: The Assessor, Village of Perdue, P. O. Box 190, Perdue, SK S0K 3C0 by the 18th day of May, 2017.

Dated this 16th day of March, 2017 Andrea Ball, Assessor

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But the honey bee is gaining lots of attention these days because they are facing issues in terms of survival.

Since the late 1990s, beekeepers around the world have observed the mysterious and sudden disappearance of bees, and report unusually high rates of decline in honeybee colonies.

The issues facing bees appear multifaceted.

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Last fall, the U.S. Organic Consumers Association and Beyond Pesticides filed a lawsuit against Sue Bee Honey of Sioux City, Iowa, because its honey tested positive for traces of glyphosate.

It is unlikely the test results are isolated ones, and that certainly raises some questions regarding chemical residues and just where they may turn up.

Consumers are already on alert since March of 2015, when the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a division of the World Health Organization, said glyphosate is probably carcinogenic to humans, although sunlight falls into the same category.

It is however, just one more question the farm sector needs to work on answering in regards to the crucial honey bee and consumer perceptions regarding food safety.

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Earth.”

More recently, Lydia Ko • Steve Simmons of of New Zealand appeared Postmedia: “My life poised to take over domi- has been sufficiently nance of the women’s enhanced now that game, vaulting to No. baseball has removed 1 in the world rankings the pitches from the two years ago at the age intentional walk. Now to of 17. But then her game decide: How to celebrate stalled, as Inbee Park of 20 additional seconds in South Korea and Ariya my life.”

Jutanugarn of Thailand • Blogger Chad Picashave recently joined her ner, on MLB’s move to as two of the game’s shorten games by elimimore dominant players. nating the four pitches to Currently, Ha Na Jang constitute an intentional of South Korea, one of a walk: “This is like solvmultitude of Asian stars, ing world hunger by givis No. 1 on the CME ing everyone one oyster Globe points list, the cracker.”

LPGA equivalent to the • Sports columnist Dave Fed-Ex Cup standings.

Kindred, about coverThe season’s first major ing the talkative Joe for the women - the ANA Theismann while workInspiration - comes up ing for the Washington in Palm Springs next Post: “If you didn’t ask to week, where Ko is the interview him, he’d pick defending champion. up your tape recorder She will certainly be one and interview himself for of the favourites, and you.”

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• TC in BC: “The World Cup (soccer) will be expanding to 48 teams.

“Yay” said Liechtenschtien, The Vatican and Manitoba.”

• Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times: “Who says pro sports aren’t show business? Andrew Bogut broke a leg in his Cavaliers debut.”

• Perry again: “Food stands at the Royals’ spring-training ballpark in Surprise, Arizona, are selling a hot dog wrapped in bacon, which is then wrapped in a cheeseburger - called the Triple Play Dog. What, was “Triple Bypass” already taken?”

• Headline at TheKicker. com: “Romo seen leaving AT&T Stadium with box full of casts.”

• Mike Bianchi of the Orlando (Florida) Sentinel, after Kyle Busch blamed Goodyear tires for causing his crash in the Daytona 500: “This is a case of biting the hand that speeds you.”

• Currie again: “Washington acquired highly coveted defenceman Kevin Shatternkirk before the NHL trade deadline. It’s nice to see the Capitals adding some depth for their playoff collapse.”

• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “In Alaska, one of the Iditarod contestants, Linwood Fiedler, finished an hour behind his dog sled because he fell off when he fell asleep. On the bright side, he was named an honorary Atlanta Falcon.”

• Kaseberg again: “The Chicago Bears have officially cut Jay Cutler.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017

Anglers reminded to remove ice fishing shelters

Pee Wee Nats advance . . . Biggar Pee Wee Nat, Ryder Anderson digs for the puck versus a visiting Macklin Mohawk, March 8. Nats won the first game 5-3, going to Macklin for the game two of the second round Hi-Way 14 Hockey League playoff. They lost in Macklin 7-6, but it was enough to take the series win 11-10.

They now face Unity Red, with the opening game this Friday in Biggar, 6:30 p.m.

Game two is March 19 in Unity. (Independent Photo by Daryl Hasein)

Biggar Bowling Scores March 6 - 9 Monday Mixed league: MHS, Reg Horner, 258; WHS, Cindy Watson, 221; MHT, Jason Raschke, 559; WHT, Cindy Watson, 607.

Tuesday Seniors (New Horizons): MHS, Jack Eckart, 187; WHS, June

Hoppe, 175; MHT, Jack Eckart, 461; WHT, June Hoppe, 494.

Thursday Afternoon Seniors: MHS, Jack Eckart, 163; WHS, Dorothy McCarty, 175; MHT, Jack Eckart, 430; WHT, June Hoppe, 489.

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Pee Wee: HS, Haydyn Watson, 91; HD, Dominic Raschke, 184.

Bantam: HS, Kyson McMahon, 123; HHD, Kyson McMahon, 327.

Juniors Boys: HS, Julian Heimbecker, 222; HT, Julian Heimbecker, 550.

Girls: HT, Hailey Boobyer, 536.

With ice fishing season winding down, all fishing shelters south of Highway 16 must be removed by March 15 and shelters in areas north of Highway 16 must be removed by March 31.

Ice fishing shelters are abandoned on the ice each year. Shelters not removed pose a danger to boaters, water-skiers and others enjoying our lakes.

Pieces wash up on shore and can also cause environmental hazards.

If shelters are not removed, owners may be prosecuted, and the structure and contents may be removed and confiscated.

Litter must also be removed when ice shelters are taken off the ice and structures must be moved to a location above the high water mark. Ice fishing shelters must have the owner’s complete name, address and phone number on the outside in legible letters that are at least 2.5 centimetres high.

Ice fishing season closes on March 31 in southern and central Saskatchewan

and on April 15 in the north. Information about fishing in the province can be found in the Saskatchewan Anglers’ Guide and online at saskatchwan.ca/fishing.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TOWN OF BIGGAR Applications are being accepted for the seasonal Public Works positions for the period: May - September 2017. Applicants shall state earliest date available for employment and dates not available for work due to other commitments.

Information on duties and wage rates can be obtained from the undersigned. Deadline for applications/resumes: April 7, 2017.

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Mark Haynes, Town Foreman Town of Biggar P. O. Box 489 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Fax: 306-948-5134 Email: townoffice@townof biggar.com

The Town of Biggar wishes to thank all prospective candiates; however, only those candiates selected for an interview will be contacted.

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT We require a Registered Dental Assistant for a permanent full-time position. This truly is a very unique opportunity for a long term career with growth potential. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and a sense of humour.

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Cover letters and resumes can be sent by email to catherine.miller@hc-sc.gc.ca or by fax at 306- 332-3801.

Estevan Mercury Publications is seeking a news and sports reporter to fill a vacancy in our busy newsroom. Applicants will need a degree or diploma in journalism, or equivalent. To inquire or apply, please email editor@estevanmercury.ca, or call 306-634-2654. Deadline to apply is March 20.

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CARDS OF THANKS The family of the late Ruby Robbie are forever grateful to the many care givers and staff at Biggar Long Term Care. We wish to thank our friends and neighbours for sharing memories, prayers and Memorial Tributes. Thank you to Biggar United Church Choir, organist and reception servers; Marj Mack â&#x20AC;&#x201C; officiator; Verne Robbie and Betty Dollansky for your touching eulogies; Biggar Flower and Gift Shop for the beautiful floral arrangements; Herschel Tea House for coffee and desert; Bob and staff at Grondin Funeral Services for your caring professional service. gfsc1 Biggar Museum & Gallery would like to thank Biggar & District Donorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice committee and volunteers, and all who donated towards the museum.

Your generosity assures continuing the programs, activities and events at our museum! We are open MondayFriday, 1 - 5 p.m. for the winter.

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December 1, 1946 - March 9, 2017 M c C l e l l a n d Alexander â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mickâ&#x20AC;?

Harrabek, 70 years old, of Biggar Sask., passed away March 9, 2017 at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital in Saskatoon, Sask. of ALS with all his family by his side.

Graveside Service to be held FRIDAY, MARCH 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Biggar Cemetery, Biggar, Sask.

Mick was born in Biggar, Sask. to Evelyn Lenora and Matthew Alexander Harrabek on December 1, 1946. Mick started his working career at the age of 14 for Frank Weekes and George Evanoff on the farm. He then went on to hire as a section man on the CPR at the age of 18 where he worked for a short while and then went on to work as a brakeman on the running trades. His next career choice was to start his plumbing career for Nick Evanoff where he learned the trade and also during that time started his Harrabek Construction business doing concrete and construction work. He hired on the CNR in 1972 where he worked his whole career, retiring in 2003, while continuing to do construction work and plumbing in all his spare time to provide for his family, he was one of the hardest working men we know.

Mick was married to Dena Harrabek for 37 years, they had three children; Angela (Richard) Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hoir of Saskatoon, Raylene Harrabek of Biggar and Dion (Andrea) Harrabek of Biggar; 12 grandchildren Nathan (Tasha) Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hoir, Preston (Kristen) Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hoir, Tessa Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hoir, Jenae (Carter) May, Ries Harrabek, Lainee Hammond, Keya Kennon, Maklyn Kennon, Kalin Harrabek, Kenzie Harrabek, Dryden Harrabek; four great-grandchildren - Emmett Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hoir, Grady Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hoir, Laken Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hoir, Emerson Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hoir and one on the way.

He was predeceased by his grandson, Jensen Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hoir; his parents, Evelyn Lenora Robinson and Matthew Alexander Harrabek; his brother, Robert Harrabek; his sister, Barbara Gartner.

Family was by far the most important priority to Mick, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Papaâ&#x20AC;?, Big-Gâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;G-paâ&#x20AC;?, whatever anyone needed at any time he was there no matter what. He was always so proud of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and spent all his time with them. All his hobbies included all his grandchildren hopping in the truck and joining along.

Mickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hobbies included countless hours of hunting deer, waterfowl, coyotes but he was most passionate about duck hunting.

Waking up the kids in the wee, early hours of the morning to go out in the dark to set up the decoys and

OBITUARIES the best and most favorite part of everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hunting experience was Big-Gâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5 course lunches packed. He also loved spending time at the lake with the grandkids, which again included stopping at Wally World with a vehicle full of grandkids to load up with all their favorite food supplies, then stoking a fire at 5 a.m., drinking coffee, watching the kids entertainment all day and going fishing (as long as it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t windy or wavy or any clouds in the sky). Time with his grandkids was most important to him from taking them to the Exhibition, trips to West Edmonton Mall, trips to Saskatoon in a limo to shop, eat and go to Ruckers, truck rides through the country, teaching the kids to shoot or drive at a very small age, grabbing a huge bucket of KFC with the kids, or just hanging out at his house all the time making side pork, garlic sausage and cooking turkeys.

Gramps loved and enjoyed all his years of carpentry and plumbing, and would always help all the family out with whatever they needed done, from small projects to building houses. While Dion, Angela and Raylene were little, Mickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest enjoyment was taking his kids to Edmonton to numerous NHL games in the old 74 blue chevy impala.

His other private enjoyment was sneaking to the casino to gamble and always say how far ahead he was when we always knew better.

One last thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure everyone will remember from Mick, from family to all of surrounding Biggar is driving around town, Mick pulling over rolling down the window of his truck and the infamous â&#x20AC;&#x153;Can I bum a smokeâ&#x20AC;? and in case anyone didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know Mick created the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;SCRAPEâ&#x20AC;?.

In lieu of flowers, the family would love any money contributions to be donated to the ALS Society of Saskatchewan, 90C Cavendish St., Regina, SK, S4P 3X1 Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our family serving your family since 1963â&#x20AC;?, 306-948-2669, www. grondinfuneralservice.com gfsc1

Ruby Martha Robbie August 9, 1915 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; March 7, 2017 At the age of 101 years with family by her side, our beloved Mother, Ruby Martha (Montgomery) R o b b i e peacefully passed away at Biggar Long Term Care Centre, Biggar, Sask.

Ruby was born at Bengough, Sask. in 1915 to Irish settlers, William and Susan Montgomery. Later the family settled on a farm north of Herschel, Sask.

Ruby loved and did well in school at Glenellen. In 1939 Ruby married

THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017

OBITUARIES Clifford Whyte Robbie. Together they toiled to establish the family farm and raise our family in the Rowena district. Busy every minute doing chores, gardening, cooking, sewing and stitching. Making treasured quilts for all her family, numerous friends and many donated for raffles. She was involved with the Rowena Ladies Club, community and church events. After Cliff passed, Ruby moved into Biggar keeping busy with Biggar New Horizons, Biggar United Church and friends.

Ruby was always eager to lend a helping hand in the community or to a friend in need. Her grandchildren were always precious to her.

Ruby is survived by her children: William Robbie & Myrtle of Elrose, SK.; and children, Darryl (Diana), Warren (Diane), Dwayne (Doreen), Rita (Jarrod), Brenda (Dallas), Glenn (Crystal); Donald (Valerie) Robbie of Albertville, SK. and children, Lisa (Trent), Kim; Sharon (Bob) Johns of Saskatoon, SK. and children, Dena, Jay (Janet); Kenneth (Rae) Robbie of Biggar, SK. and children, Deon, Shane (Krista), Josh (Liz); 26 great-grandchildren; 3 great- great grandchildren; special nephew, Verne (Lorraine) Robbie and children, Laurie and Noelene; special niece, Irene Halliday.

Ruby was predeceased by her loving husband Clifford W. Robbie (Feb. 1979); daughter, Violet Mary Robbie (Feb. 1941); sister, Mary (May) Robbie; brothers, Frank Smith and George Montgomery; and Cliff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ten siblings.

Service was held March 10, 2017 at 2 p.m. from Biggar United Church officiated by Marj Mack. Eulogists were Verne Robbie and Betty Dollansky; honourary bearers were all those who shared in Rubyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life; active bearers were Darryl Robbie, Warren Robbie, Laurie Robbie, Deon Robbie, Shane Robbie, Josh Robbie, Glenn Robbie. Interment followed at Herschel Cemetery, Herschel, Sask.

Tributes may be directed to Biggar & District Health Centre Long Term Care Activity Fund, Box 130, Biggar, SK. S0K OMO or Biggar New Horizons, Box 631, Biggar, SK. S0K 0M0 Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our family serving your family since 1963â&#x20AC;?, 306-948-2669, www. grondinfuneralservice.com gfsc1

Coming FRIDAYS starting March 3â&#x20AC;Ś First five Fridays in Lentâ&#x20AC;Ś Interdenominational services at 12:05 p.m. followed by lunch at Biggar New Horizons. Sponsored by Biggar and District Ministerial. Everyone welcome.

8c6 TUESDAY, MARCH 28: Notice of Annual General Meeting of Biggar Community Health Care Inc. at Biggar New Horizons, 7 p.m. Everyone welcome.

10c3 MARCH 30, 31 & APRIL 1 @ 7:30 p.m.; and APRIL 2 @ 2:00 p.m.: Reserved seating Tickets available @ at The Biggar Independent, 122 Main St./306-948-3344, $20, for New Creation Community Players musical production of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sister Actâ&#x20AC;? at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar, Visa/ Mastercard accepted.

5c7 SUNDAY, APRIL 2: Ruthilda UCW Spring supper, Ruthilda Community Hall, 5 - 7 p.m. Bingo to follow.

10p4 TUESDAY, APRIL 4: Biggar & District Arts Council presentsâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fortunate Onesâ&#x20AC;?, 7:30 p.m., Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Adults/Seniors $25 (advance $20); Students, 13 and older, $15 (advance $12); children 12 and under, $5. Advance tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 306948-2452 or online www.ticketpro.ca 8c6 SATURDAY, APRIL 8: Perdue Arena Rebuild presentsâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;The World Famous DUELING PIANOS, step out of the ordinary!â&#x20AC;? at Perdue Rec Complex, Perdue, Sask. Tickets $40 each includes one drink ticket available at Biggar Credit Union (Perdue Branch) or Perdue Hotel, doors open 7:30, show starts at 9 p.m., raffle, midnite lunch, contact v.eaton@sasktel.net for info, 306-237-4489.

11c3 Free presentation â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cypress Hills Massacreâ&#x20AC;?, April 28, 7:30 p.m. Jasper Cultural Centre, Maple Creek.

Archaeology conference April 27-30, Cypress Hills, SK. Contact www.thesas.ca, general@thesas.ca or 306-664-4124.

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 11

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR SALE

NEW SCHOLARSHIP

Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.swna. com.

BIGGAR COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE INC., is a non-profit organization whose objectives are to promote wellness in our community and health education. Our $1000.00 scholarship is open to persons who: - have attended Biggar Central School 2000 or Perdue High School; - are enrolled in or have been accepted into a Saskatchewan post-secondary degree or a 2-year diploma program that is related to Health Care; - can elaborate on financial need.

Applications are available at BCS2000 and Perdue High Schools or request one from bchcischolarship@hotmail.com

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mother of the Yearâ&#x20AC;?now being

for

accepted Mother of the Year Tea will be held Tuesday, May 2nd â&#x20AC;Śsubmit your favourite Mom letter, around 150 words or less, stating what makes this lady so special. All submissions will be honoured. â&#x20AC;ŚDrop off letters to the Prairie Branches, Nova Wood Centre, 104 - 6th Ave. East, Box 1690, Biggar or Biggar Independent. 122 Main Street,Box 40, Biggar.

DEADLINE APR. 14, 2017 â&#x20AC;Śsupport Prairie Branches with their annual recognition & fundraiser. *NOTEâ&#x20AC;Śmothers from various communities, service clubs and individuals will all come together to be honoured on the day of the tea.

AUCTIONS 17033MM0

HARDY TREE, SHRUB, and berry seedlings delivered. Order online at www. treetime.ca or call 1-866-8733846. New growth guaranteed.

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WANTED Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Landfill OR contact Quentin Sittler at 306-6582132 tfn MAIN STREET GARAGE SALE is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition. Please phone 306-9481773 or 306-9485393.

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AUTO PARTS Wrecking over 250 units... cars and trucks.

Lots of trucks...

Dodge... GMC...

Ford... Imports...

1/2 ton to 3 tons...

We ship anywhere... Call or text 306-821-0260.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017

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Michael and Sandi Gray Perdue, Sask.

306-227-1017 www.spittalburnfarms.com 50 Black Angus & Red Angus 2 yr. old bulls. Low Birth and performance bloodines.

Semen tested full performance infor mation, Board, delivery available. Rob Garner, Simpson, SK 306-9467946

SEED & FEED

PEDIGREED SEED for Spring 2017

Peas: CDC Amarillo Wheat: AC Vesper VB (Midge tolerant) MR AAC Brandon FHB Waskada Rating *All germinations are above 95% * All wheat has 0% Fus. gram

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NAKONECHNY SEEDS Ruthilda, SK

(306) 932-4409 Where Quality Comes First!

NORTH EAST PRAIRIE GRAIN INC. Currently Buying: Soybeans, Feed Barley, Wheat and Oats.

OFFERING: Competitive Prices, On Farm Pickup & Prompt Payment!

CALL: 1-306-873-3551, W E B S I T E : neprairiegrain. com HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

- GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!!

- BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!!

HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

HOUSES FOR SALE For sale in Asquith, approximately 1300 sq ft home with fully developed basement and attached garage.

306-280-3215 after 5 p.m. please.

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LANE REALTY For the most exposure that you deserve in the marketing of your farm or ranch property. Contact your local agent:

MURRAY MURDOCH (306) 858-8000 To view full colour feature sheets for all of our CURRENT LISTINGS, visit our Website at www.lanerealty.com

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SERVICES Biggar & District ARTS Council are available for bar tending services at your functions/ events. Contact Denise @ 306948-2452 19tfn

at 306-948-3837

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SALE BY TENDER

SALE BY TENDER Under the provision of The Tax Enforcement Act, the Rural Municipality of Rosemount No. 378 offers for sale the following property in the Hamlet of Cando: Lots 33-36, Blk 21, Plan G396 Lots 37-40, Blk 21, Plan G396 Lots 2-6, Blk 27, Plan G396 Lots 30-31, Blk 30, Plan G396 1. A tender must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Property Tenderâ&#x20AC;? addressed to the Rural Municipality of Rosemount No. 378, Address: P. O. Box 281 Landis, SK S0K 2K0 2. Tenders must be received by or delivered to the Municipal Office by 3:30 p.m. on Date: April 11, 2017 3. Highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted.

4. Successful bidder will have 30 days to complete the purchase.

5. All legal costs, title transfer fees and applicable taxes are the responsibility of the purchaser and are in addition to the bid price.

Dated the 16th day of March, 2017.

Kara Kirilenko, Administrator Rural Municipality of Rosemount No. 378

HOUSES FOR RENT

Houses for Sale

Three-bedroom house, s/f/w/d.

Available immediately; also onebedroom house, s/f/w/d. Available April 1st.

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FOR RENT Charter/ Sherwood Apartments 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom Heat and water supplied, wired for cable TV and satellite systems, laundr y facilities, appliances, some suites with dishwasher s, air conditioning, parking with plugins.

For more information call: Karen/Kevin 306-948-9115 302 - 8th Ave. W. Biggar

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LAND FOR SALE

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FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES North - 10 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North East - 14 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North West - 12 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s East - 57 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s West - 50 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Central - 219 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South - 100 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South East - 46 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South West - 65 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca

FOR RENT INDEPENDENT ADULT LIVING apartments in Mar tensville, SK. Spend your retirement years in a community close to family/ friends in the Saskatoon area that has large city services and small town safety and charm. 1 and 2 bedroom suites available.

More information at www. chateauvilla.ca w w w. c h a t e a u villa.ca, 306-2814475 or chateauvilla@sasktel. net.

HEALTH & WELLNESS CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Attention Saskatchewan residents: Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government.

Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www. canadabenefit. ca/free-assessment

BIGGAR ASSOCIATED GOSPEL CHURCH corner of 8th Ave.W. and Quebec St., Biggar

Sunday Worship â&#x20AC;˘ 10:50 a.m.

Sunday School, 9:45 a.m.

Ladies Bible Study, Wednesdays, 9:45 a.m.

Pastor Doug Motz, Church office phone, 306-948-3424

BIGGAR UNITED CHURCH 907 Quebec St./corner Turnbull Ave., Biggar

Sunday Worship Service â&#x20AC;˘ 11 a.m.

Coffee and fellowship to follow.

Church office phone, 306-948-2280

PRESBYTERIANS, ANGLICANS AND LUTHERANS (PALS) MARCH WORSHIP @ ST. PAULâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ANGLICAN CHURCH corner 4th Ave. East and King St. â&#x20AC;˘ 10:30 a.m.

Potluck, March 26 For more information/pastoral services, phone Cindy Hoppe @306948-2947; Rev. Jessica Latshaw @ 306-261-9906, Sundays & Saturdays.

ST. GABRIEL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 109 - 7th Ave. W, Biggar Father Michel Bedard Parish Phone: 306-948-3330

MASS TIME 3UNDAY s A M Sunday School during service

OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH Landis, Sask.

MASS TIME: 3UNDAY s A M

JESUS MIRACLE CRUSADE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY %6%29 35.$!9 3%26)#% s ! - 0 - -)$7%%+ 3%26)#% s 7%$.%3$!93 0 - /6%2.)'(4 02!9%2 s &2)$!93 0 - ! - 207 MAIN STREET, BIGGAR

CONTACT RAMIL, MARILYN OR ORLANDO, 306-948-2023 OR 306-951-0095 OR 306-948-3021

Everyone Welcome!

WATCH for

Doreenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Discount Day

Leslieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drugstore

205 Main St., Biggar â&#x20AC;˘ 306-948-3397

12 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017

Agriculture SEED & FEED

:462, .3@7/6:(;,

Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

Western Commodities

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877-695-6461 Visit our website @

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LIVESTOCK

YEARLING BULLS

BY PRIVATE TREATY

Michael and Sandi Gray Perdue, Sask.

306-227-1017 www.spittalburnfarms.com 50 Black Angus & Red Angus 2 yr. old bulls. Low Birth and performance bloodines.

Semen tested full performance infor mation, Board, delivery available. Rob Garner, Simpson, SK 306-9467946

SEED & FEED

PEDIGREED SEED for Spring 2017

Peas: CDC Amarillo Wheat: AC Vesper VB (Midge tolerant) MR AAC Brandon FHB Waskada Rating *All germinations are above 95% * All wheat has 0% Fus. gram

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NAKONECHNY SEEDS Ruthilda, SK

(306) 932-4409 Where Quality Comes First!

NORTH EAST PRAIRIE GRAIN INC. Currently Buying: Soybeans, Feed Barley, Wheat and Oats.

OFFERING: Competitive Prices, On Farm Pickup & Prompt Payment!

CALL: 1-306-873-3551, W E B S I T E : neprairiegrain. com HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

- GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!!

- BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!!

HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

HOUSES FOR SALE For sale in Asquith, approximately 1300 sq ft home with fully developed basement and attached garage.

306-280-3215 after 5 p.m. please.

11p3

LANE REALTY For the most exposure that you deserve in the marketing of your farm or ranch property. Contact your local agent:

MURRAY MURDOCH (306) 858-8000 To view full colour feature sheets for all of our CURRENT LISTINGS, visit our Website at www.lanerealty.com

LANE REALTY

Saskatchewanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm & Ranch Specialistsâ&#x201E;˘

124 NEW SALES IN 2016!

Ph:(306) 569-3380 Email: lanerealtycorp@sasktel.net WITH OVER 35 YEARS IN THE BUSINESS! Now representing purchasers from across Canada and Overseas!â&#x20AC;?

SERVICES

DISABILITY? ADHD? Do you have a DISABILITY? We can help you get up to $50,000 back from the Canadian Government.

FOR DETAILS CALL US TODAY Toll-Free 1-888875-4787 or Visit us at: disabilitygroupcanada. com.

If YOU areâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;˘ NEW to our communities of Biggar/Landis/Perdue â&#x20AC;˘ Have a new baby Call WELCOME

WAGON

SERVICES Biggar & District ARTS Council are available for bar tending services at your functions/ events. Contact Denise @ 306948-2452 19tfn

at 306-948-3837

Sheila Itterman We have gifts and information www. welcomewagon.ca

306-948-3344

www.lanerealty.com FOR

SALE BY TENDER

SALE BY TENDER Under the provision of The Tax Enforcement Act, the Rural Municipality of Rosemount No. 378 offers for sale the following property in the Hamlet of Cando: Lots 33-36, Blk 21, Plan G396 Lots 37-40, Blk 21, Plan G396 Lots 2-6, Blk 27, Plan G396 Lots 30-31, Blk 30, Plan G396 1. A tender must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Property Tenderâ&#x20AC;? addressed to the Rural Municipality of Rosemount No. 378, Address: P. O. Box 281 Landis, SK S0K 2K0 2. Tenders must be received by or delivered to the Municipal Office by 3:30 p.m. on Date: April 11, 2017 3. Highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted.

4. Successful bidder will have 30 days to complete the purchase.

5. All legal costs, title transfer fees and applicable taxes are the responsibility of the purchaser and are in addition to the bid price.

Dated the 16th day of March, 2017.

Kara Kirilenko, Administrator Rural Municipality of Rosemount No. 378

HOUSES FOR RENT

Houses for Sale

Three-bedroom house, s/f/w/d.

Available immediately; also onebedroom house, s/f/w/d. Available April 1st.

Phone 306-9482702 11p3

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For FAX service, see us at The Independent, 122 Main Street, Biggar

FOR RENT Charter/ Sherwood Apartments 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom Heat and water supplied, wired for cable TV and satellite systems, laundr y facilities, appliances, some suites with dishwasher s, air conditioning, parking with plugins.

For more information call: Karen/Kevin 306-948-9115 302 - 8th Ave. W. Biggar

Classified Ads WORK!!!

306-948-3344 tip@sasktel. net

LAND FOR SALE

Coming

FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES North - 10 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North East - 14 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North West - 12 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s East - 57 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s West - 50 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Central - 219 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South - 100 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South East - 46 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South West - 65 1/4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca

FOR RENT INDEPENDENT ADULT LIVING apartments in Mar tensville, SK. Spend your retirement years in a community close to family/ friends in the Saskatoon area that has large city services and small town safety and charm. 1 and 2 bedroom suites available.

More information at www. chateauvilla.ca w w w. c h a t e a u villa.ca, 306-2814475 or chateauvilla@sasktel. net.

HEALTH & WELLNESS CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Attention Saskatchewan residents: Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government.

Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or www. canadabenefit. ca/free-assessment

BIGGAR ASSOCIATED GOSPEL CHURCH corner of 8th Ave.W. and Quebec St., Biggar

Sunday Worship â&#x20AC;˘ 10:50 a.m.

Sunday School, 9:45 a.m.

Ladies Bible Study, Wednesdays, 9:45 a.m.

Pastor Doug Motz, Church office phone, 306-948-3424

BIGGAR UNITED CHURCH 907 Quebec St./corner Turnbull Ave., Biggar

Sunday Worship Service â&#x20AC;˘ 11 a.m.

Coffee and fellowship to follow.

Church office phone, 306-948-2280

PRESBYTERIANS, ANGLICANS AND LUTHERANS (PALS) MARCH WORSHIP @ ST. PAULâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ANGLICAN CHURCH corner 4th Ave. East and King St. â&#x20AC;˘ 10:30 a.m.

Potluck, March 26 For more information/pastoral services, phone Cindy Hoppe @306948-2947; Rev. Jessica Latshaw @ 306-261-9906, Sundays & Saturdays.

ST. GABRIEL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 109 - 7th Ave. W, Biggar Father Michel Bedard Parish Phone: 306-948-3330

MASS TIME 3UNDAY s A M Sunday School during service

OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH Landis, Sask.

MASS TIME: 3UNDAY s A M

JESUS MIRACLE CRUSADE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY %6%29 35.$!9 3%26)#% s ! - 0 - -)$7%%+ 3%26)#% s 7%$.%3$!93 0 - /6%2.)'(4 02!9%2 s &2)$!93 0 - ! - 207 MAIN STREET, BIGGAR

CONTACT RAMIL, MARILYN OR ORLANDO, 306-948-2023 OR 306-951-0095 OR 306-948-3021

Everyone Welcome!

WATCH for

Doreenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Discount Day

Leslieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drugstore

205 Main St., Biggar â&#x20AC;˘ 306-948-3397

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 13

THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017

ELECTRICAL

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Lyndon Barber

-Journeyman Carpenter…proudly local & serving Biggar and area!

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BARBER VENTURES 306-948-9145 barberventures@outlook.com ROOFING BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES

WESTWIND ELECTRIC LTD.

Commercial and Industrial Electrical Wiring

Licenced, Insured & Bonded Over 15 years experience

Perdue, Sask.

Peter Hofmeister Journeyman Electrician

Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan

306-948-5291

Goldburg Electric Ltd. • Residential • Commercial Contact Matt Craig

Cell 1-306-753-9807 • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM PHILLIPS ELECTRIC s 2ESIDENCE s #OMMERCIAL 7IRING &OR FREE ESTIMATES

call…

Menno:

306-480-6822

306-951-8004

#ELL 306-221-6888 Store: 306-948-1773

“Setting a Higher Standard” ∆New Construction ∆Re-roofs ∆Torch-on ∆Tile ∆Metal ∆Asphalt ∆All repairs ∆Shakes ∆Inspections NOW DOING ∆ Eavestroughing ∆ Downspouts ∆ Soffit & Facia We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On Insurance Excellent Local References For a FREE estimate please call… 306-948-5453

Box 277, Perdue, SK S0K 3C0

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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OFFICE HOURS Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday, 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

rod.campbell@sasktel.net

Phone:306.882.2123 New Patients Welcome!

BIGGAR DENTAL CLINIC 104 - 6th Ave. East, Biggar, Sask.

Southeast entrance of Nova Wood Bldg.

Hours…

Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

306-948-3408

Owners/Operators • Travis Young • Dallas Young • Claude Young

Biggar, Sask.

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors

- together with -

Healthy Lifestyle Weight Loss 30-minute Circuit Personal Training Fitness Classes …owned and operated

by Brett Barber

102 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

THIS SPACE IN THIS DIRECTORY IS

Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

AVAILABLE FOR ONLY

$161.20 PLUS GST… ONE COLUMN X

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see us at The Independent, 122 Main Street, Biggar

201B - 2nd Ave. West P. O. Box 1480 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Ph: 306-948-5133

RED APPLE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES “Administrative Services to

Meet Your Business Needs” ~ One time projects or long term service

For a FREE consultation, call Cheryl Irvine @ www.redappleadmin.ca www.facebook.com/ redappleadmin

Stuart A. Busse, QC Larry A. Kirk, LL.B.

223 Main Street Biggar

302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

306-948-3346 …serving your community since 1972

Peszko &Watson

2 INCHES

26-WEEK

PREPAID COMMITMENT (regular price is $20.16 per week = $524.16 plus gst)

Call

306.948.3344

INSURANCE

306-948-2183 Email: ddolack@sasktel.net Website: www.hrblock.ca

is a full service law office that practices…

306.948.2208

306-948-3389

For FAX service,

117 - 3rd Ave. W.,

(New Horizons Bldg) Biggar

BUSSE LAW

Co-Ed Fitness Centre

For all your home, business and rural needs

Ph: 306-948-4430 or 306-948-4460

LEGAL SERVICES

PLUMBING & HEATING

PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

CAMPBELL ACCOUNTING SERVICES

306-948-7402

306-717-2818

Danny Pickett Travis Poletz 306-230-4535 306-948-6570 saskwestconstruction@outlook.com ► Eavestrough ► Soffit/Fascia ► Siding ► All other Exterior needs....

Weight Loss Coach Anne G. Livingston 317 Main St., Biggar

www.madgesaskroofing.com Biggar, Sask.

EAVESTROUGHING

FREE ESTIMATES

• ‘Ideal Protein’ Weight Loss • ‘Slender You’ Figure Salon • H20 Massage Bed

ROSETOWN DENTAL

• Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • Financial Statements

Biggar

Weight Loss & WELLNESS Centre

ACCOUNTING

115 - 1st Avenue West Rosetown, Sask.

HEALTH/WELLNESS

MADGE ROOFING INC.

DENTAL

INVESTMENTS

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Criminal Law Commercial Law Family Law Real Estate Law Wills and Estate Law and our lawyers, Jason Peszko Lisa Watson Nicole Hataley

Financial Planning Estate Planning Life Insurance 222 Main Street 306 948 5377

look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

info@twhfinancial.ca www.twhfinancial.ca

306-948-5352 or 306-244-9865

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Shop 306.446.3298

Fax 306.445.4275

ADVERTISING is an investment in your business.

ÿ Auto & Home Insurance ÿ Farm & Commercial Insurance ÿ Health & Travel Insurance ÿ Life Insurance & Investments ÿ Farm Succession & Estate Planning ÿ Notary Publics Biggar Of¿ce Hours…

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

304 Main St., Biggar

Phone: 306-948-2204 Toll Free: 1-855-948-2204

Landis Of¿ce Hours:

Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

100 - 2nd Ave. W., Landis Phone: 306-658-2044 Toll Free: 1-855-658-2044

Email: biggar@biggarinsurance.ca Email: landis@landisinsurance.ca www.biggarlandisinsurance.ca

Dean McCallum, CFP, CIM, FCSI

Lyndsey Poole

Investment Advisor Credential Securities Inc.

Mutual Fund Investment Specialist, Wealth Consultant Credential Asset Management Inc.

Pamela Eaton Mutual Fund Investment Specialist Credential Asset Management Inc.

Located at the Biggar & District Credit Union 302 Main Street, Biggar, SK • 306-948-3352 Mutual funds are offered through Credential Asset Management Inc., and mutual funds and other securities are offered through Credential Securities Inc. ®Credential is a registered mark owned

by Credential Financial Inc. and is used under license.

THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017

14 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

SERVICES REAL ESTATE

AUTOMOTIVE

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Locally owned and operated.

Acres of Expertise.

Box 736, Biggar

Jerry Muc Phone: 306-948-2958

Open Monday-Friday

Fax:

Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

HEAVY TRUCK Repair AUTO Repair TIRES Repair BOATS & RVs FULL MOBILE MECHANICAL & TIRES SGI Safety INSPECTION

Teams, Corporate and Personal Attire Judy Kahovecâ&#x20AC;Ś 306-882-4313, cell 306-831-7935

Your authorized

Panasonic, Samsung, LG, Frigidaire, Shaw, Yamaha Audio Dealer; and Your authorized

Cari Perih

SERVICE TRUCK FULL MECHANICAL SERVICE -ON &RI s A M P M phone: Chris

306-948-3376 Corner of Main Street & 1st Avenue West, Biggar

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REALTOR

1st Ave. West, Biggar

Cell: 306-948-7995 Office: 306-867-8380 carip@remax.net

306.948.2700

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HAULING

FOR RENT BIGGAR HOUSING AUTHORITY Housing for families and seniors Rent based on income

Call: 306-948-2101

COURIER

306.237.7671 TROY MAY, owner/operator Fax: 306-237-TROY email: tmay@hotmail.ca Super B outfits hauling grain and fertilizer in Alberta and Saskatchewan

Rockin D Trucking & Cattle

â&#x20AC;˘ Cattle hauling with 21 ft. gooseneck trailer â&#x20AC;˘ round and large square bale hauling with step-deck or highboy semi-trailers â&#x20AC;˘ also buying and selling straw and forage â&#x20AC;˘ also machinery hauling Home â&#x20AC;˘ 306-948-2037 Alex â&#x20AC;˘ 306-948-7291 Dan â&#x20AC;˘ 306-948-7843 Biggar, Sask.

BIGGAR COURIER

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~Brian and Cathy Fick~

Cell: 306-948-7524

SEED CLEANING McNULTYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MOBILE SEED CLEANING Custom Cleaning of H.R.S. & C.P. S. Wheat

Phone: 306-948-5678

WYLIE SEED & PROCESSING INC. Canadian Seed Institute Accredited Pedigree, Commercial & Custom Cleaning FULL line of Cleaning Equipment including Gravity Table

Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

For all your Cereal and Pulse Cleaning Call: Bill: Dale:

Custom Grain and Fertilizer Hauling Darren Diehl

306-262-5980 Biggar

306- 948-2807 or 948-5609 948-5394

Plant located 8 miles south of Biggar on Hwy #4, Âź mile west on Triumph Rd.

for ads, classisifeds and news MONDAY - 5 P.M.

216 Main St., Biggar

306-

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306-948-5455

Open: Mon.-Fri.

JOHN G. SMITH

8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

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703 - 4th Ave. E., Biggar (just off Truck Route)

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Your Auto Parts and Accessories Dealer

Junk Removal, Small Moves, pick up and delivery

½ ton truck & handy men

Ph: 306-948-3856 or Cell: 306-948-7896

OPTOMETRISTS PHOTOGRAPHY

Danny Vogelsang

306-222-6081 Landscaping, Snow Removal, Topsoil, Clay, Gravel, Sand Bobcats, Excavator, Gravel Truck Serving Perdue and area for the past 10 years

Biggar, Sask.

Brody Ellis, Sever Ellis, Stetler Heather

306-948-3380 306-948-2234 alloutdrilling@gmail.com

Call today for a FREE estimate!

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306-948-2801/306-948-7279

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227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar

DEADLINE

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306-948-5699

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your complete decal and signage shopâ&#x20AC;?

Custom Embroidery

High Speed Internet Dealer

Dave Molberg

Shoreline Realty

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306-948-5600

306-948-3996

SaskTel Mobility and Farm & Acreage Salesperson (306) 948-4478 dave.molberg@hammondrealty.ca HammondRealty.ca

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701 - 4th Ave. E., Biggar

119 Main Street, Biggar

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Portraits, Family, Weddings & Sports Photography Biggar, Sask.

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306-948-2814

If you DO NOT receive your Independent in a timely manner, please call your local post office or Canada Post @ 1-866-607-6301

Pkg. of 8.5x11 white bond paper, $5.99 @ The Independent122 Main St., Biggar

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 15

THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017

New Horizons Activities

NCCP’s Sister Act promises to be laugh-fest . . . New Creations Community Players director, Kara Nahorney, looks over her shoulder at her notes, Sunday, as cast and crew are deep in rehearsals for the upcoming musical, ‘Sister Act’. The musical comedy will open March 30. Tickets are on sale at The Independent, but they are going fast! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

by Chasity Kreutzer New Horizons memberships are due on March 31.

Membership fees can be paid at New Horizons and we will also be making an appearance at each of the senior’s apartment complexes on March 29. We will be at Meadowlark apartments from 10-10:30, Westview apartments from 10:30-11 and at Northwest apartments from 11-11:30.

On March 6 at New Horizons we had Monday Kaiser. The first place winner was Bill Fisher with a score of 301, in second place was Ken Pearce with a score of 289, in third place was Joyce Colbert with a score of 211, and fourth place was

Pat Turner with a score of 194. The highest scoring game was Ken Pearce and Bill Fischer with 61 points.

At carpet bowling on March 7 the first place team was Pat Turner, Gail Herzberg, Jean Tweddle and Marie Roesch. In second place was Judy Rickwood, Mildred Henne and Emily Liska.

On March 9 we had bingo. The half-n-half winner was Agnes Watson and the blackout winner was Linda Vermette.

We’re always happy to accept new courtesy car drivers as well as performers for our monthly jam sessions. Please call 306-948-5115 for more information.

Have a great week!

WATCH for

Doreen’s Discount Day @ Leslie’s Drugstore Biggar • 306-948-3397

“Chase The Ace” at The Legion Fridays

Cari Perih, REALTOR® Cell: 306-948-7995

carip@remax.net

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BIGGAR

Town

$189,000

BIGGAR

221 Main St

1376 sq ft full service family restaurant. All contents and inventory included. Profitable business opportunity.

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211 Main St

Two Storey commercial building with endless business/retail opportunities. Prime location.

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202 8th Ave West 135 Wright Cres.

408 5th Ave East 419 5th Ave West 112 8th Ave West 120 Wright Cres 421 4th Ave West SOLD 527 8th Ave West 410 4th Ave West 409 3rd Ave East 110 6th Ave West 305 3rd Ave East SOLD 313 6th Ave West 303 4th Ave West 103 5th Ave East 220 3rd Ave West 602 Main Street 305 & 307 4th Ave West 230 2nd Ave East 107 5th Ave West 305 3rd Ave West 201 5th Ave East

OUT

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102 2nd Ave West

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Shoreline Realty Office: 306-867-8380/306-856-0066 Not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale. Each office is independently owned and operated.

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