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SWF commends government on eliminating long gun registry Royal assent of Bill C-19, an Act to dismantle the Long Gun Registry, April 5, is being called the culmination of almost two decades of intense opposition to Bill C-68 by the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF). “ We c o m m e n d t h e Prime Minister and the Conservative Party f o r t h e i r u n wav e r i n g commitment to eliminate the Long Gun Registry and we look forward to continue to work with the Federal Government to address other areas of concern within the Federal Firearms Legislation.” said Greg Illerbrun, Firearms Chairman of the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF).

Since the 1960’s, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation has promoted, and facilitated the need for comprehensive training, safe storage and transportation of firearms.

The Saskatchewan W i l d l i f e Fe d e r a t i o n represents over 30,000 members from 121 branches across Saskatchewan and is considered to be, per capita, the largest wildlife conservation organization of its kind in the world.

Law abiding hunters,

farmers, ranchers and sport shooting enthusiasts recognized from the beginning that any effective gun control legislation must be focused on the criminal element to be successful. And that now, billions of dollars later, we’re no further ahead.

“The SWF would also like to acknowledge the exceptional work and dedication performed on behalf of Canada’s legitimate firearm owners

by Mr. Garry Breitkreuz, MP for Yorkton-Melville and Ms. Candice Hoeppner MP for Portage-Lisgar towards this historical a c h i e v e m e n t t o d a y. ” Illerbrun concluded.

Choices, so, so many choices . . . Jessie Montgomery makes a choice, hoping to win a prize during the annual Share Lent Carnival at St. Gabriel School, April 5.

Proceeds from the fun and games were donated to Development and Peace, Share Lent. (Independent Photo

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April land sale brings in $16.4 million in revenue The April sale of Crown petroleum and natural gas rights has generated $16.4 million in revenue for the province.

The sale, the second for 2012, brings year-to-date revenue from land sales to just over $45 million.

Energy and Resources Minister Bill Boyd said while the sale was smaller in terms of hectares on offer, it provided additional exploration options for Saskatchewan’s oil

industry.

“Our land sale revenues have been fairly consistent over the past five sales, averaging $20 million a sale,” Boyd said Thursday.

“This sale continues a trend we’ve seen of companies concentrating on working their considerable existing dispositions and adding to their land inventories in the recent sales.

“Last year was our secondbest for both oil production

and oil well drilling, and more than 5,000 oil well licences were issued in 2011.

With drilling ahead of last year’s pace, 2012 is shaping up to be an excellent year for activity in our oil patch and these new acquisitions by industry will only increase that activity.”

April’s sale included 173 lease parcels that brought in $16.3 million in bonus bids and one petroleum and natural gas exploration

licence that sold for $160,500.

The Weyburn-Estevan area received the most bids with sales of $11.5 million.

The Lloydminster area was next at $2.2 million, followed by the Swift Current area at $1.4 million and the Kindersley-Kerrobert area at $1.3 million.

The highest price for a single parcel was $1.6 million. Federated Cooperatives Limited acquired

this 259-hectare lease parcel northeast of Carlyle.

The highest price on a per-hectare basis was $12,159. Scott Land and Lease Ltd. bid $196,860 for a 16-hectare lease parcel northwest of Edam.

The next sale of Crown petroleum and natural gas dispositions will be held on June 4, 2012. Oil sands exploratory permits will also be offered in the June sale.

Daffodil Day a symbol of cancer awareness

All dat jazz . . . Jesse Garchinski (in green) and Alric Massie, along with their fellow musical theatre classmates, finish off a number with pizzazz, Wednesday at MacPherson Hall. The kids were taking in Apple Core Theatrics musical theatre classes, April 10-12.

(Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

by Geoff Cooke, Saskatchewan Division Board Member and Peer Volunteer During Daffodil Month and especially on Daffodil Day, Friday, April 27, the Canadian Cancer Society is asking Canadians to wear a daffodil pin to show their support for people living with cancer.

Our goal is to expand the awareness and support of Daffodil Day so that it becomes firmly entrenched in our minds as a special day to show collective support for those of us living with cancer as well as remembering those who have died.

The daffodil pin is a bright and positive symbol of hope. It tells survivors that no one has to face cancer alone and that we won’t give up until all forms of the disease are defeated.

On Friday, April 27 we ask all Canadians to take a moment to reflect on the thousands of people who are on a cancer journey, and to remember those who have died. On this special day we ask you to wear a daffodil pin and be able to say who you are wearing the pin for.

Donations for these pins will

help the Cancer Society prevent cancer; fund research to outsmart cancer; empower, inform and support Canadians living with cancer; and advocate for public policies to help prevent cancer.

Daffodil pins are currently available in Biggar or can be obtained directly from the Canadian Cancer Society cancer.ca. Please wear one and show your support.

Now is also the time to start thinking of Relay for Life events. The nearest ones being in Rosetown and Saskatoon in early June.

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RM of Biggar council minute highlights The regular meeting of the RM of Biggar No. 347 was held March 20 at the municipal office at 9 a.m. Attending were Reeve Louise S i n g e r, C o u n c i l l o r s Brian Fick (Division 1), Robert Danychuk (Division 2), Kent Dubreuil (Division 3 ) , D wa y n e Z a g o r u y (Division 4), Fred Hydomako (Division 5), and Brad Heather (Division 6).

The following are some highlights of the meeting.

Council agreed that the accounts for payment be approved and that a list of the cheques in the amount of $55,292.31, month end payroll in the amount of $4,871.78 and online payments of $1,189.74 be annexed to and form a part of these minutes.

Council agreed to enter into a contract with John Hammond as Pest Control Officer a n d We e d I n s p e c t o r for the 2012 season.

A review will be done at the July regular meeting of council with the Pest Control Officer and Weed Inspector to discuss any sites of concern.

Council agreed that the RM participate in the Group Life Insurance Program through SARM for all permanent employees, with the premium being paid by each employee.

Council agreed to participate in the 2012 Scrap Tire Program for the Residential

Phase Three, One Time Free Scrap Tire Clean-up. The Monarch Multiple 4-H Club will be the service group responsible for carrying out the duties of the program.

Council agreed that council pay the 2012 Membership fee of $918 for the Agriculture Health and Safety Network.

Council agreed to pay M and B Maymont Crushing Inc. a surveyed measurement of 4,410 cubic yards for an amount of $17,640 and cat work in the amount of $4,880. Once the gravel pile has been depleted, council may resurvey the land area to determine a possible dip.

Council agreed to enter into an agreement with Nathan Craig to purchase 4,410 cubic yards of crushed gravel.

One-third of the royalty will be paid each year for three years, with the 2012 amount paid immediately and 2013 and 2014 amounts paid no later than December 31 of that year.

Council agreed to purchase a 150 gallon sprayer tank from YH Truck Ag and Auto for $2,399 plus taxes.

Council agreed to appoint Councillors Rob Danychuk, Brad Heather and Kent Dubreuil to a committee which will conduct joint discussions for future projects with neighbouring municipalities.

• Meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m.

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The Rack hits the gridiron for upcoming CanAm Bowl . . . The Rack were out at the Rec Complex, April 5, preparing the field for the upcoming six-man football battle this July 7, the 16th annual Can-Am

Bowl, a battle of Canada’s best versus America’s best.

The Rack donated the equipment and fertilzer to get the field ready for the Biggar-hosted football clash.

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Gov’ts expand irrigation infrastructure Eligible costs include C h a i r m a n R o g e r Kelly Block, Member irrigation to give farmers o f P a r l i a m e n t f o r the opportunity to add t h e p u r c h a s e a n d Pederson said.

Saskatoon-Rosetown- more acres of high-value installation of pumps, S i n c e 2 0 0 8 , t h e turn outs, power lines, federal and provincial Biggar, last Tuesday crops.”

Funding will pipelines, drains and g o v e r n m e n t s h a v e announced $9 b e p r o v i d e d consulting services. provided nearly $30 million in new from t h e Irrigation districts have million for irrigation funding to expand and F a r m a n d until May 18, 2012, to e x p a n s i o n and develop R a n ch Wa t e r apply for this funding rehabilitation, which irrigation in Infrastructure through FRWIP and all is approximately $25 Saskatchewan.

P r o g r a m work must be completed m i l l i o n m o r e t h a n This funding was provided during (FRWIP) and is by March 31, 2013. w i l l a d d “ I r r i g a t i o n i s a n the entire term of the available to all approximately Saskatchewan i m p o r t a n t e c o n o m i c p r e v i o u s p r o v i n c i a l 4,500 acres Kelly Block i r r i g a t i o n driver in our province government. of irrigation FRWIP funding is districts that a n d w e a p p r e c i a t e capacity in the q u a l i f y u n d e r t h e this support to help provided under the province. “ O u r g o v e r n m e n t program. This funding e x p a n d t h e i n d u s t r y f e d e r a l - p r o v i n c i a l u n d e r s t a n d s t h a t will help irrigation i n S a s k a t c h e wa n ,” G r o w i n g Fo r w a r d i r r i g a t i o n h a s t h e districts expand their Saskatchewan Irrigation framework.

Projects Association p o t e n t i a l t o e x p a n d infrastructure. production and mitigate the effects of future drought,” said Block.

“This investment will provide a quick return through higher yields and opportunities for expanding the livestock industry, all boosting Saskatchewan producers’ bottom lines.”

Block made the announcement on behalf of Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, and Thunder Creek MLA Lyle Stewart, on behalf of Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Bob Bjornerud “Irrigation is a major contributor to Saskatchewan’s agriculture industry Home Sweet Home . . . One happy homeowner took delivery of their castle last and economy,” Stewart week as movers squeezed and shimmied their way to the corner of Sixth and said. “Our government is Quebec. Some nifty manoeuvring, and the home found its new home. (Independent committed to expanding Photo by Daryl Hasein)

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Opinions Think about being a volunteer Spring! The start of a new season -- and also the start of a pretty busy season.

I see there are some who are busy getting their yards into shape. Some have even cut their lawns already.

And, the many activities that have been going on all winter are winding down or have wound down. For most, hockey is done for another season. That is, unless you are a Stanley Cup fan or maybe you participate in summer leagues.

But, many are looking forward to the opening of the golf course, cleaning up those clubs and getting ready to hit the white ball around the course.

There are lots of activities coming up that, should you so choose, will occupy your time. Remember many of these groups would not exist without volunteers.

Volunteers perform many duties -- whether you are on the executive, organize games and events or just show up to help. I see in the classifieds the soccer association is having a difficult time attracting volunteers. According to the ad, if people don’t step forward there will be no soccer for the kids this year.

It doesn’t take a lot to be a volunteer -- the most is a personal commitment and giving up some of your free time. Part of the problem is that it seems to be the same group of people volunteering winter and summer for the many jobs.

Sometimes people just need a break. Or life gets in the way.

There is a tendency to say “somebody else can do it”. So, who is “somebody?” A mystery person, your neighbour, your friends?

Yes, volunteering can be frustrating. But it can also be rewarding. Think about it.

P.H.

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Canada’s red-ink budgets: 45 of the last 65 years

By Mark Milke, Senior Fellow, The Fraser Institute Distributed by Troy Media, www.troymedia. com Ever since the last recession, Canadians have been informed by pundits and the political class that stimulus spending - perhaps better labelled as “binge” spending - was critical to Canada’s economic recovery.

But extra government spending had little to do with Canada’s exit out of the recession. The recession ended in mid2009; it was only about then that federal and provincial governments started spending extra (borrowed) stimulus cash.

To credit stimulus spending for the end to Canada’s recession, one must argue that extra dollars mostly spent after June 2009 somehow magically rescued the Canadian economy before June 2009. Right. Only if one believes in budgetary time travel.

Stimulus spending

only added to debt All the borrowed money did have this effect: it added to the large federal debt mountain already in place. The federal debt will hit $614 billion in 2015, up from $457 billion in 2008. Such debt resulted from the decades-long practice by governments to transfer wealth from future generations - by chronic borrowing - to pay for current needs and wants. To wit, it is in that context that the 2012 federal budget should be placed and graded.

The federal Conservatives now forecast balanced federal books by 2015. That is six years after the 2009 recession ended. In contrast, in the 1990s, Prime Minister Jean Chretien’s government reformed spending rapidly; it is why Liberal budgets went from red to black ink in just three years.

Regrettably, with that Liberal-era exception noted, federal and

provincial governments have long preferred to run deficits.

Since 1947 (as far back as finance statistics go on such matters) and to 2012, the federal government has recorded deficits in 45 of 65 years - two out of every three postwar years on average. In the provinces, a comparison is unavailable before the mid-1980s, but the pattern is clear: Over the last 26 years, the provinces have collectively run up deficits in 19 years, or about four out of every five years.

Problematically, among several negative effects, such borrowing creates interest payment obligations that take tax dollars away from other private and public possibilities for such money.

The chronic red ink cannot all be blamed on economic downturns.

Since the Second World War, Canada has experienced eight recessions, most lasting less than a year.

Also, in case anyone thinks higher taxes would have solved Canada’s deficits over the decades, consider this fact: federally, red ink budgets were the norm even when taxes were historically high as a percentage of the economy (the 1970s and 1980s). Conversely, surpluses coexisted with tax levels that took up less of the economy (in the later 1990s, and in the first part of this decade).

Sure, extraordinary events such as recessions, depressions and wars severely restrict fiscal choices.

But those factors are not in play most years. So when balanced budgets show up, they result from politicians - and as the 1990s demonstrated, with significant public, media and bureaucratic support - who commit to make government affordable. After 1994, the Chretien Liberals - with much pushing from Preston Manning and the Reform party purposely decided not to

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The federal Tories are only the latest example of a government unwilling to make political choices in favour of future generations, though I grant that on old age security and perhaps on parliamentary and public sector pensions, they hint at baby steps in the right direction.

Still, to give a concrete example of how chronic deficits and the accumulated debt has already foreclosed many options, consider current interest on the federal debt - $31 billion this year alone.

Contrast that figure with the $40-billion Ottawa spends annually on the elderly (including old age security payments and other expenses). On the revenue side, the federal government forecasts it will collect $125 billion in personal income tax and $32-billion in corporate income tax.

No justification for

Canada’s debt So ponder this: If Ottawa hadn’t run deficits so often, payments to the elderly could be 78 per cent higher. Alternatively, every Canadian who paid personal income tax could pay 25 per cent less in federal income tax; or federal taxes on business could have been eliminated (ask yourself what that might have done for job creation).

Not all budget choices are created equal and I use these examples merely as illustrations.

Here’s the point: Future historians will wonder how Canadians in the last half of the 20th century and first decades of the 21st justified racking up so much debt for upcoming generations.

They will wonder why current citizens and their politicians knowingly restricted so many options for those younger families.

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St. Gabriel School shares proceeds from Carnival with Share Lent . . . Principal Rick Garchinski presents to Father Ken Thorson $775 from the St. Gabriel School annual Share Lent Carnival held Holy Thursday. Share Lent is the annual fund raising campaign of the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace. Share Lent helps partner communities in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. St. Gabriel’s donation will be added to that of St. Gabriel Parish. (Submitted photo)

NDP MLAs join the ‘It Gets Better’ project against bullying The Saskatchewan NDP has released a series of It Gets Better videos in recognition of the Day of Pink, joining in the chorus of people worldwide taking a stand against bullying.

“It’s heartbreaking to know there are young people in our province who feel that the unique person they are isn’t acceptable to some,” said Warren McCall, MLA for Regina Elphinstone-Centre. “It doesn’t have to be this way. Saskatchewan can be a leader in embracing diversity. Our province can send a message to every young person that they matter.”

In the videos, the MLAs share personal stories about bullying and recovering from dark times.

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NDP caucus wanted to make our stand clear: everyone deserves respect. Discrimination on any basis is not acceptable,” McCall said.

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for Canadians aged 10 to 19 - a disturbing statistic hasn’t improved in recent years, according to the Canadian Medical Association Journal.

The suicide rate for adolescent and teenaged girls has increased.

The It Gets Better Project fights back against bullying and addresses teen suicide through YouTube videos which speak directly to young people - especially gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered youth - to tell them that if

they’re experiencing bullying or feeling like an outsider, it gets better.

Each member of the NDP caucus will release an It Gets Better video. Most were released on Wednesday to coincide with the Day of Pink, although many Saskatchewan schools marked the event one week early due to a school break.

The videos are available at youtube.com/user/ SaskNDPCaucus or at ndpcaucus.sk.ca/videos.

The last weekend of March brought a visit to one of my favourite trade shows -- the annual Gardenscape in nearby Saskatoon.

Gardening shows are popular so no matter where you live there is bound to be one.

It’s a place where gardeners, both avid and less avid, gather for ideas. It’s a chance to connect with experts who can give you advice on any problems you may be experiencing in your yard. It’s a chance to perhaps buy something -- whether it be lawn furniture, fire pits, plants, accessories, or a hot tub. The event is always packed, which may mean either gardening and outdoor living is becoming very popular or people are just tired of winter.

I came across a book review: Carrot City: Creating Places for Urban Agriculture.

The description tells of examples of ways of introducing urban agriculture to the cities. By urban agriculture the authors mean producing food locally either in your own backyard or at a communal garden.

It talks about the future of this industry where the whole city planning process becomes involved in creating community gardens. Some of these gardens can appear in unusual places like greenhouses tucked under highways, walls planted with greenery or using the rooftop of a school or an apartment

block to plant a garden.

After a little more exploration I discovered that Carrot City is more than just a book. It is a research project which explores the possibility of food production in cities. This initiative is the brainchild of students and faculty at Ryerson University. The architectural designs are now a travelling exhibit which has made its way to North America, Europe and Africa.

These designs are really creative and interesting. One is a garden located on the seventh floor of a condominium in downtown Vancouver.

This garden has 60 wood frame raised beds, a tool shed and garden lockers. Now, that’s a garden.

Or the project Fairmont Hotels has started. Their chefs cook with organic herbs grown on the rooftops of hotels in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal and others. When the chef says he is stepping out for fresh air, he may be stopping to pick parsley, chives, rosemary, thyme, sage or any number of edible

plants. Of course, hotel guests are invited to enjoy the gardens as well. And, one enterprising chef didn’t stop with gardening, he brought in a queen bee and hive in order to produce honey.

Urban farming is not a new concept. There are people who will always search for a place to get their hands in the dirt because they just “love the smell of dirt”. Many areas have community gardens, a place where residents who don’t have a garden space can have their own plot and can enjoy the company of other gardeners.

What is different about the Carrot City concept is that the gardens are designed as an integral part of the original design. It was not an add-on or an after thought. And they are designed to be useful and decorative at the same time. A place that exists not only for gardeners but a place for people to enjoy, take a leisurely stroll or just sit and relax.

It’s a whole new way of thinking when planning -- not only for a cities but rural towns as well.

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Who was this Guy?

by Bob Mason He “went out” poor Bill at the break of day, Oh his homely arts and his kindly ways!

The Lord hath given and take away Hark sounds the Last Post “Requiestcat in Pace” (anon).

YT attended a Legion funeral the other day for an old veteran and couldn’t help but notice how few old veterans aren’t around anymore!

It isn’t a big thrill this being shot at, but it is a kind of education in civility, which, Yours Truly fears, is disappearing also!

As a newer, possibly wiser generation takes over, they can look ahead, we hope, to “Peace on Earth”, but the ranks that look back on those “decision” times that were the cost of it all, are getting pretty thin!

Still, mebbe these few, far-off lines by Mr. Shakespeare will help us all keep that goal of ‘Peace” in sight!

This story shall the good man tell his son, And Crispins Crispian shall ne’er go by But on it we will be

remembered.

We few, we happy few, we band of brothers For he who sheds his tears with me today Will be my brother! - be he e’er so vile this day shall gentle his condition.

Yours Truly often wonders if he wastes his time in writing about these things, and wonders if in the long past, other people have had thoughts like these, marked them down, and their words have been forgotten too!

But there are our words and this is our time.

A long time ago Sir

Walter Scott wrote: Soldier rest! thy warfare o’er Sleep the sleep that knows not breaking Dream of Battleford no more, Days of Danger, nights of waking.

In our isles enchanted half Hands unseen thy couch are strewing Fairy strains of music hall . . .

Every sense in slumber dewing,Soldier, rest! thy warfare o’er Dream of fighting fields no more.

Sleep the sleep that knows no breaking.

Morn of toil, nor night of waking.

Think not at dawning, to assail thee There will bugles sound reveille.

There have been all kinds of reasons why men end up in the army.

Some of them go for the glory (hah!) of it all, some to escape the drudgeries of our time, or even because of Loyalty to

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their country. Of course we all want to believe the last reason, but it is anyone’s guess why men have gone!

There is one thing though that people don’t have to guess about.

These men were there!

For whatever reason, and the memories of the things that they have seen, has made a difference to the rest of their lives!

Sometimes we meet a noisy, outgoing, return man who can’t seem to help mentioning the war he has fought, but most veterans are quiet men who mebbe do look back now and then, and these are the ones we remember best!

Wars may be bad, but until the world society wisens up and pays off all of us to go and shake hands with our so-called enemies, these disasters are going to happen again and again!

In an old book that is on the shelf at home, YT found the following paragraphs by Bing Coughlin: All Canadians, whether they are aware of it or not, are personally acquainted with this man of many moods and misfortunes, for this fellow was the Canadian Army. He was the Ambassador-at-large who almost missed the troop train for Halifax.

Was less one crown and

anchor board on arrival overseas, got lost in the London Underground.

Got drunk in the Queen’s at Aldershot. Failed to salute the flag-car at Leatherhead.

Holed up with a delightful family when on exercise “Spartan”, was unholed by the Provost. Was first in the bully-beef-barter queue. Stubbed his toe on the Normandy Beach.

He fought and Franc’d his way through France, fell into a Brussels canal, thought V2 Fluid was hopped-up Calvados and was brought back to life.

The grub was lousy and the cooks were morons.

He pubcrawled, got sick, got homesick, got wounded and got home.

And then, on the last few pages, a few pertinent lines about this fellow we remember today.

He had his full share of faults and virtues, and because of them he was all man. He was up on the bit too. Though where he learned all the answers nobody could quite figure. He came from a town in Saskatchewan, so obscure that no one had ever heard of it. But he was wiser than the wise-guys thought they were, from the day he enlisted until the day he died.

Quite a few years ago, when the old Chicken Corral used to be on

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Main Street, Yours Truly used to walk in looking for a cup of coffee and find a whole bunch of veterans chewing the fat in a booth on “Soldier Corner”.

Over in a corner booth, one can often find a small group of old soldier types who almost seem to think that theirs is a special group - and it is! For many of them are veterans who have been on world stages where few people want to go, who have seen the terrible consequences of man’s inhumanity to man, and yet who know it is wrong! Nevertheless they laugh, not because they think that things are so humorous, but because they also know that the diversion of laughter somehow lessens the memory of things so indelibly etched on their minds!

Over and over in history, these men, veterans of wars that few people wanted, have come home to find that in the rush and roar of things, they have almost been forgotten too!

Well, you haven’t been forgotten, and you are sure in good company now! You have earned a bit of rest.

“At the going down of the sun, we will remember them!”

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PLEASE NOTE the provisions of the Highway TrafÀc Act state that no person shall put on any public highway any nails, tacks, glass or other material that might destroy or cause damage to the tires of a vehicle. Fines can range up to $1,000 for individuals and $2,000 for corporations.

Site usage will be rigidly enforced and citizens are asked to co-operate to make it possible to operate the landÀll in a non-offensive manner, while keeping the costs to the taxpayer to a minimum.

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New Horizons Activities

by Alice Ellis Fortnightly met at the museum on April 2.

Tillie Zimmer read a poem; President Loreen Grondin welcomed the ladies. There was no roll call. Tillie read the minutes and financial statement.

Luncheon plans were finalized for April 26 at the museum. The program on Mongolia will be given at that time.

Edna Quillichini and Carol East showed a DVD in the little theatre. Edna’s daughter, Elaine, took 58 girls, ages between 10 and 23 years, to Italy as a choir. Ten chaperones accompanied the group in three busses.

They sang in Rome at St. Marks Cathedral and at St. Peters Basilica. They also visited at Bologna, Luela, Assissi, Florence and Vatican City. In some they joined with local choirs. The presentations were choral pieces and folk songs.

The ladies were thrilled by the magnificent voices, some solos, but most by the group.

Loreen thanked Edna and Carol for their spe-

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cial treat and lunch committee, Blanch Borchardt and Alice Ellis.

Museum Toonie Draw winner . . . Dinah Kegler, left, receives her cheque for $72 from Biggar Museum and Gallery’s Hilda Dielsen. The money was from the monthly toonie draw. (Submitted Photo) There are a few seats left on the bus for the Plenty Dinner Theatre, if you are interested please call in at the office.

New Horizons is currently planning a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert fund raiser for April 27.

Proceeds will be donated to the new long-term care facility.

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New Horizons bowling scores for April 4 were LHS and LHT Donna Eckart with 181 and 484.

MHS Jack Eckart 182 and MHT Glenn Shockey 505.

Monday afternoon Kaiser scores for March 26 were Reg Turner, Maxine Sully, Grant Gamble and Pat Turner with Reg Turner and Howard Newton with the highest scoring game. April 2 scores were Pat Turner, Geoff Cooke, Mike Plysuik and Hazel Newton with Joyce Colbert, Hazel Newton and Mike Plysuik with highest scoring games.

Wednesday evening Kaiser scores on March 28 were Mike Plysuik, Joyce Colbert, Tillie Zimmer and Wade Gillespie.

On Wed, April 4 in the evening kaiser was played in the hall with 10 people in attendance.

Ray Silbernagle came in first place, Reg Turner in second place, Ken Pearce in third place and Joyce Colbert in fourth place.

Bingo was played in the hall on Monday, March 26 in the evening with the half-n-half game won by Pat Turner and blackout game won by Marie Roesch.

ner of the half-n-half.

Joanne Kral was the MC for the afternoon with Myrtle Althouse selling the half-n-half tickets.

The birthday cake was provided by Agnes Small and the entertainment was card bingo.

The New Horizons delivered Meal on Wheels during the week of April 2 to April 6. Thank you to Don and Barb Swyryda, Donna Hoogeveen, Margaret and John Molberg, Emily Liska and Betty Mundt and John and Joanne Kral for delivering meals on behalf of the New Horizons.

Carpet bowling took place on April 3 with Marie Roesch, Florence Johnson, Florence Hammond and Ed Smith coming in first place. The second place team was June Hoppe, Barb Swyryda, Alma Redlich and Aileen Smith. On April 10 the first place team was Aileen Smith, Florence Hammond, Ed Smith and Mildred Henne. The second place team was Ma-

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The New Horizons continues to be a busy place with regular activities.

Shuffleboard was played on March 29 with six in attendance. First place winners were Marie Roesch and Mildred Henne followed by Myrtle Althouse and Florence Johnson in second place.

Shuffleboard was played on April 5 with 10 people in attendance. First place winners were Myrtle Althouse and Aileen Smith, second place winners were Marie Roesch and Gladys Schell and third place winners were Ed Smith and Tillie Zimmer.

A card party was held on March 30 with nine in attendance. The cribbage winners were Richard Boisvert in first place and Marie Roesch in second place. Kaiser winners were Helen Kanz in first place and Myrtle Althouse in second place.

The monthly birthday potluck was held on April 9 with 36 in attendance.

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Agriculture Consumers want it all in food supply

by Calvin Daniels The recent federal government budget is an interesting document for agriculture and their end users, Canadian consumers.

It’s not so much the dollars allocated to agriculture, let’s face it farming isn’t exactly a big ticket item these days in terms of federal government investment, but there are some interesting language which seems to be pushing farm regulation in this country farther from what consumers often say they want.

In terms of consumers, we hear two common themes in terms of food supply. On one hand consumers want safe food.

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And consumers increasingly want to buy locally, as a way to ensure quality, and to support area producers.

We have come to expect the food we buy to be free of bacteria and such which might negatively impact our health.

Foods are found to be the root of illness outbreaks they make media headlines, and scare consumers in a major way.

Mad Cow Disease nearly ruined the British cattle sector, and one cow found in Alberta caused years of export bans being imposed on Canada, so we have seen firsthand the impact a food health scare can have.

In the case of identifying, and tracing that Alberta

cow also spoke volumes about how well the Canadian system worked in doing its job. To find one cow out of thousands b e i n g slaughtered in the c o u n t r y, and trace its history was actually q u i t e amazing.

So the systems Canada has created in terms of assuring food safety is stellar, and have worked well for decades. Few of us even give a fleeting second thought to the idea of whether the food on our dinner plate is

safe.

So the budget includes eliminating the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s enforcement of nonhealth and non-safety food labeling claims.

The question is why the government would be monkeying with the CFIA which clearly has worked rather well over the year?

The budget basically put the accuracy of labeling on the onus the consumer.

Like many things in a budget, details are yet to be released, and therein lies the greatest

fears, but as it stands consumers will have to carry the banner if they see a problem, and frankly the average consumer will not have the power against big companies that a federal government agency enjoys.

And certainly labeling goes beyond ingredients these days.

We have consumers who want to purchase food locally, and that means a label such as made in Canada is rather important in making informed decisions to support Canadian farmers.

Farmers will also face a significant change in the budget announcement as the Canadian Grain Commission will shift to full cost-recovery through fees for service.

You can make the argument farmers should cover costs specific to their business, but the

CGC is 100 years old and has been final authority for grain grading and grain inspection in Canada.

There is a public benefit to that authority, assuring quality for both domestic and export bound grains, and so having general taxpayer investment has long been deemed appropriate.

The current government in Ottawa sees it differently, and as a result $44 million in costs will shift to fee-forservice.

Consumers want increased safety assurances, the ability to trace food from table to farm being an example, and want to buy locally to reduce their carbon footprint.

With that in mind the federal government moves in the budget appear ill-timed, and out-of-touch with what consumers desire.

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Bunny Days . . .

Biggar Daycare kids pose in their Easter finest. Kids and staff were decorating eggs and participating in an egg hunt, getting ready for the Easter Bunny and his chocolate treats. (Submitted Photos)

Initial wheat payments for 2011-12 crop year increased The CWB announced last Tuesday that 201112 initial payments for all grades and classes of non-durum wheat will increase effective April 12, 2012.

The increases will range from $4.10 to $41.25 per tonne, depending on grade and class.

The adjustment payments, in dollars per tonne, for representative grades of Canada Western Red Spring (CWRS) wheat in the pool account are listed below. The total initial payment to date is basis in-store Vancouver or St. Lawrence and must be adjusted for freight/elevation charges to arrive at farmgate prices.

• No 1 Canada Western Red Spring wheat 13.5, $239.75 (Initial Payment), $16.35 (Adjustment Payment), $256.10 (Total Payment to date).

• No 1 Canada Western Red Spring wheat 12.5, $208.00 (Initial Payment), $16.35 (Adjustment Payment), $224.35 (Total Payment to date).

Farmers who delivered wheat to the CWB between August 1, 2011 and April 11, 2012 will receive an adjustment payment.

Producers will receive payment by direct deposit on April 24. Cheques will be delivered for mailing to Canada Post by April 27, and farmers can expect to receive them

by May 4. Farmers who wish to defer payments have until April 20 to notify the CWB by calling 1-800-275-4292.

Initial payments should not be confused with monthly Pool Return Outlooks, which are CWB estimates of farmers’ total returns from each pool account. Rather, initial payments represent a portion of the returns farmers can expect from the sale of their grain over the entire year.

During the crop year, the CWB regularly reviews the initial payments and recommends adjustment payments if market conditions and sales progress warrant.

The Government of Canada guarantees initial payments and therefore approves the level at which they are set.

Upon delivery, farmers may alternatively choose the CWB’s Early Payment Option (EPO) as a payment method. As with the other CWB Producer Payment Options, the EPO can be used as a cash-flow tool. It allows farmers to receive an additional payment equal to 80, 90 or 100 per cent of the PRO (available value depends on time of year), less a discount, within 10 business days. Producers remain eligible for additional payments if pooled returns exceed the early payment value.

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NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE The following land will be offered for sale by tender under the direction of the selling ofÀcer, David Hnatyshyn, Barrister and Solicitor: i) SW ¼-31-39-14-W3rd, 160 acres ± (surface parcel #118469133) ii) SE ¼-31-39-14-W3rd, 160 acres ± (surface parcel #118469122) iii) All that portion of SE ¼-19-39-14-W3rd, 135.5 acres ± (surface parcel #149247748) iv) All that portion of SW ¼-20-39-14-W3rd, 147 acres ± (surface parcel #149247759) (subject to Saskatchewan Telecommunications Registration 105547686) all of which are situated in the R.M. of Glenside #377.

1. All bids must be in writing and submitted by registered mail or delivered personally to the Judicial Selling OfÀcer in a sealed envelope at the address below by 4:00 o’clock p.m. on Wednesday, the 25th day of April, 2012.

2. Each bid shall be accompanied by a certiÀed cheque or solicitor’s trust cheque in the amount of 10% of the bid.

3. Within 15 days of the opening of bids, the successful bidder shall provide either: (a) the balance of the purchase price; or (b) payment of a sum equal to the difference between the balance of the purchase price and any mortgage Ànancing, together with an unconditional and unequivocal letter of commitment from a recognized Ànancial institution to Ànance within 15 days of the conÀrmation of sale, the successful bidder’s purchase of the land for the price stated in the bid.

4. If the successful bidder does not complete the purchase on the terms and within the time speciÀed, the deposit will be forfeited.

5. The land shall not be sold for less than the following amounts: (a) SW 31-39-14-W3rd - $35,275.00 (b) SE 31-39-14-W3rd - $25,500.00 (c) SE 19-39-14-W3rd - $34,000.00 (d) SW 20-39-14-W3rd - $93,925.00 6. Bids can be made on individual parcels or on any combination of parcels.

7. The land shall be sold subject to taxes as accrue due after December 31, 2011.

8. The highest or any bid may not necessarily be accepted and the sale is subject to conÀrmation by the Court of Queen’s Bench.

9. Further information including the legal description of the land may be obtained from the selling ofÀcer or his administrative assistant, Linda.

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Sports & Recreation BWF 36th Annual Awards Banquet & Dance

by Gisela Yaroshko Secretary/Treasurer The Biggar Wildlife Federation held their annual Awards Banquet and Dance on Saturday, March 31.

Tickets for the event started to sell out about a week prior to the Banquet with 300 attendees enjoying a wonderful meal featuring such wildlife delicacies as, buffalo and deer. Highlights of the evening included the many plaques and trophies awarded to the following recipients: Award Winners: Darren Kurulack, Northern Pike, 27 lbs., 11.2 oz.; Kelly Dorosh, Walleye, 11 lbs., 9 oz.; Kathy Vancha, Rainbow Trout, 2 lbs., 13 oz.; John Scott, Arctic Greyling, 12 oz.; Kelly Dorosh, Sauger, 2 lbs. 13 oz.; Timothy Kurulack, Northern Pike Junior, 23 lbs., 6.4 oz..

Jiles Tebb, Moose, 155 4/8; John Zagoruy, Whitetail Typical, 160 1/8; Margaret Thompson, Whitetail Typical-Women,,123 6/8; Jiles Tebb, Whitetail Nontypical, 175 2/8; Dwight Smith, Mule Deer Typical, 173 6/8; Mitch Lehnert,Whitetail Nontypical Junior, 139 7/8; Teagon Polsfut, Whitetail Typical Junior; 137 4/8.

Norm Irvine, BWF Conservation, Birdhouses; Morley Ries, BWF Conservation, Birdhouses.

Besides winning the Ray Watson trophy, Timothy Kurulak also won the SWF Provincial trophy for his northern pike.

Unfortunately, Timothy was unable to attend our banquet as the provincial awards were on the same night. The BWF is very excited and proud to be able to honour our junior

hunters and fishermen and hope to see many more such entries for next year’s banquet.

The conservation award, which hasn’t been given out for a few years, went to Norman Irvine and Morley Ries. These gentlemen gave of their own time and effort to build hundreds of blue bird houses which were put up around the Biggar area.

Gifts for the raffle table and ”Wheelbarrow of Fun” were donated by generous individuals and businesses in the Biggar area. The format for the raffle was streamlined this year. Raffle tickets were filled out with the purchasers name and put in a drum. All prizes were announced and awarded prior to the dance. This new procedure eliminated the problem of unclaimed prizes and gave everyone a chance to hear who donated each prize and who the lucky winners were.

The photo contest featured both Wildlife and Scenery photos from around Saskatchewan, as well as our new category for Junior photo enthusiasts. There were many good entries and it was difficult to pick the best ones. Attendees at the banquet voted for the best in each category.

John Scott won both the scenery category and the wildlife. Young Melissa Kowalchuk claimed the winning junior entry with her beautiful sunset scene.

After supper and the awards presentations, the band, Touch of Grey entertained the crowd until the wee hours. The music was enjoyed by all, whether they danced or preferred to sit and visit with friends.

Perdue Community Bowl results Club 55: MHS, Al Levitt, 202; LHS, Carol Lemon 216; MHT, Bob Lemon, 551; LHT, Carol Lemon, 529; THS; Fabulous Five, 1,101; THT; Fabulous Five, 3,098; MHA, Al Levitt and Tom Davies, 183; LHA, Kay Munro, 171.

Ladies: LHS, Kim Rivett, 274; LHT, Dorrie Laberswieler, 669; THS, Teeter Tooters, 1,120; THT, Teeter Tooters, 3,209; LHA, Joey Levitt, 181.

Mens: MHS, Al Levitt, 234; MHT, Al Levitt, 636; THS, Tri-Hards, 775; THT, Tri-Hards, 2,201; MHA, Dennis Notschke, 189.

Mixed: MHS, Al Levitt, 269; LHS, Joey Levitt, 209; MHT, Dennis Notschke, 668; LHT, Joey Levitt, 539; THS; Chai & D.J.’s, 1,096; THT; Chai & D.J.’s, 3,076; MHA; Chai Senglow, 199; LHA; Joey Levitt, 187.

As always, the Biggar Wildlife Federation ensures that everyone has a safe trip home. The Biggar Insurance Services picked up the tab for taxi rides from the hall.

The Biggar Wildlife Federation appreciates the community support evidenced by the enthusiastic attendance. Much of the meat for the supper is donated by generous hunters. Some of the meat is prepared by our tireless volunteers and their efforts are appreciated and applauded.

As this event is the main yearly fund raiser, the money raised helps the Wildlife Federation ensure the continuation of provincial programs such as: Habitat Trust, Wildlife Tomorrow, Youth and Adult Outdoor Education, Fisheries and Wildlife Enhancement, Henry Kelsey Big Game Records and Provincial Angling Records. Local BWF programs include the ownership and management of a quarter of land south of Biggar. Money raised from the banquet also helps to maintain and improve on the Biggar trout pond, as well as the gun range.

The aim of the Wildlife Federation is to ensure habitat preservation so that the wildlife legacy that we leave to our children surpasses that which we inherited. We acknowledge first and foremost that the wildlife of the province is a public resource belonging to all Saskatchewan residents and we work diligently to ensure the resource remains equally accessible to all residents of the province for the enjoyment of all outdoor activities.

Winners: Darren Kurulack Timothy Kurulack Dwight Smith

Trophy: George Yaroshko Trophy Ray Watson Trophy Adam Evashenko Trophy

Teagon Polsfut * No Entries Norm Irvine/Morley Ries

Lancer Music Trophy Walter Pavloff Trophy BWF Conservation Trophy

Presenters: Kate Yaroshko Jim Vancha Spyder Auto Body Jim Vancha Jim Vancha

Kelly Dorosh, Kathy Vanca, John Scott, Larry Tavanetz

Darren Kurulack, Timothy Kurulack

Milo Hanson (presenter), John Zagoruy, Mitch Lehnert, Margaret Thompson, Teagon Polsfut, Jiles Tebb,

Missing: Dwight Smith (Submitted photos)

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The Sky This Month April 2012

by Gary Boyle, The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada Teaching Tools In The Sky (Part 1) It is comforting to know that some people other than backyard astronomers still take the time to look up on a clear night and ponder many questions.

After all, the twinkling sky was nightly entertainment for many early civilizations.

But even at this stage of technology where satellite TV with its bazillion channels, smart phones, iPads and the Internet, observing those distant points of lights high above is not a thing of the past.

Unless you have had extremely bad luck with two straight months of cloudy nights, you must have noticed the 12 prominent winter stars of Orion the Hunter and company beginning to sink from view. And if that was not enough, the two brightest planets of our solar system only add the proverbial icing to the celestial cake. Venus and Jupiter dancing in the west is what the general public notice at night.

I am sure when

someone asks you “what are those bright stars in the sky I see in the early evening?” a grin automatically raises your cheek bones and that feel good sensation comes over you like a blanket.

Once you respond these are indeed planets and not stars, a dialogue now opens for at lease a few

hobby really is.

This is also a great opportunity to capture the starry portrait with a digital camera. If you are shooting only on a tripod, set your camera to ISO 1600 if possible, attach a cable release and head out of the city to the countryside.

You would be surprised

tripod for steady surface and set the exposure to the maximum. Then set the timer, press the button and stand back.

For further effect, set up the shot with trees, et cetera in the background if possible.

The beauty of any digital camera is we can change the light sensitivity (ISO) on the

fly. Long gone are the days of having to use up the entire roll of ISO 800 film at night before changing to a slower ISO 100 for a daytime birthday party or family picnic. Remember – pixels are free. Experiment with exposures and setting and just have fun with it. The wider the angles of your shot,

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what a short 13 second exposure on the ‘manual’ setting will capture. Even if you own a small point and shoot, set it on a

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If you have a motorized scope with a piggyback mount or a tracking platform made just for cameras, the mechanics (when perfectly aligned to north) tracks the sky with resulting pinpoint stars.

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by Delta Fay Cruickshank, of The Independent The snow is gone, the geese are coming back, and yet the wind is still so cold. I guess we can say spring is here. Now it’s time to start hunting for the ďŹ rst owers.

I saw pussy willows this weekend on a bush growing too close to a slough for me to pick them. And the dog and I have been out on the prairie looking for the ‘wild crocus’.

Haven’t found any yet, but I am sure real soon their purple/blue heads will be popping up out of the grass.

They are called the wild crocus, the prairie crocus or the Pasque flower.

They do look a little like a hairy crocus. Pasque is the old French word for passover or Easter. They often show up around Easter time. Their Latin name is ‘Pulsatilla vulgaris’. Pulsatilla means ‘struck or beaten’ and ‘illa’ means little. This name brings to mind their little owery heads being beaten down by the spring winds. ‘Vulgaris’ translated means ‘common’. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family, the same family that buttercup belongs to.

Ranunculaceae is latin for ‘little frog’, apparently these owers grow where frogs live . . . close to sloughs? The aboriginal name for them is ‘Ki’piaapi’, or ‘ears of the earth’, listening for the coming spring.

Looking for the first pasque ower will ďŹ nd me wandering about on the prairie, on south facing slopes, with my head hung down. This North

American native ower grows low to the ground to keep out the cold freezing winds. It is also covered with ďŹ ne silky hairs which insulate it. It is funny how all I have to do is to ďŹ nd one, then lift my head and then suddenly several come into my vision.

Even though this little plant is considered very toxic, it has been used medicinally for centuries.

Administered properly, by an expert, pulsatilla can be used to bring comfort to many diseases.

Some uses are as a sleeping portion for insomnia, to relieve rheumatism and to treat cataracts.

A practical joke played on the prairie is to offer the leaves of the pasque ower as toilet paper. The leaves can sting, leaving one’s bottom rather sore! Actually the sap can blister the skin, so it could be a joke that goes terribly wrong! Chewing the fresh tops can iname and blister the inside of the mouth and throat, and if ingested, can cause bloody vomiting, diarrhea and maybe even convulsions! So, if you ďŹ nd them in the next couple of weeks, don’t eat them, or let the dog at them!

I have seen the prairie crocus in some private gardens. This perennial is very easy to grow. It grows in nice confined clumps, never tries to take over. The cultivated kinds not only come in the native purple/blue, but there is a lovely red colour. Propagation at home is easy, save the

The Pasque ower grows close to the ground to protect it from the cold spring winds. The seedhead resembles that from a wild clematis or even a mop haired character from the Dr. Seuss books. Keep the

little seeds! But, don’t take plants from the prairie. And don’t pick the owers. Picking the flowers eliminates the chance for the plant to reproduce by seed. Native plants should stay where they are; cultivars of the prairie crocus are available in many good garden centres.

As spring continues to drive away old man winter, the dog and I will continue our hunt for the ďŹ rst owers. I peek under the mulch of leaves to see if the tulips in the front bed are up yet, but I’m still reluctant to take off their blanket . . . we never know when winter will rear it’s head just one more time!

A friend was telling me something she heard on the radio. A garden expert was saying, no matter what the urge to rake and uncover the perennial bed, wait, until the ground dries up.

Stepping around on the wet lawn will cause the soil to become compact,

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wild plants wild, cultivated varieties are available at good garden centres, and they even come in a lovely red. (Photos from wikipedia.com)

thus reducing the air supply to the roots of the grass. Without the air, the grass will not grow at full strength. Well, it all makes perfectly good sense to me, so I decided to wait until the grass was drier.

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MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2012

Report from the Legislature

by Randy Weekes, MLA, Biggar (4 April, 2012) Keeping the Saskatchewan Advantage An important facet of Keeping the Saskatchewan Advantage is properly funding services that are important to Saskatchewan people.

This week we announced we were keeping one of our key campaign promises: increasing funding for the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency.

Our commitment this year to the Cancer Agency is $113.8 million, an almost 14 per cent increase from 2011-12. In 2012-13, it is expected this funding will provide 30,000 cancer drug treatments, 39,000 mammograms and 6,000 new patient appointments at the can-

cers centres in Saskatoon and Regina.

The latest data shows the number of people waiting to see a medical oncologist in Saskatchewan is down almost 50 per cent and that almost no cancer patient is waiting longer than eight weeks for their first appointment.

Keeping the Saskatchewan Advantage is also about investing in the future. To that end, we are providing $1 million for a project at the U of R which will include student housing, child care and other amenities, including increased parking. Over the past four years, we have increased our investment in student housing by more than 3,000 per cent – today, there are more

than 1,000 new beds for students across the province. Promise made, promise kept.

You created the Saskatchewan Advantage, which includes creating the business environment that has the world looking at our province as the best place to invest.

On March 20, Glencore International, in a deal that includes two Canadian companies, announced its takeover bid for Regina-based Viterra, a leader in the international grain marketing industry. At that time, Premier Brad Wall announced that just like during the proposed potash takeover, we would conduct a very thorough analysis to determine whether this deal was also in the best interest of

Saskatchewan people. On March 29, the Premier announced that Informa Economics would conduct an independent review looking at all aspects of the deal, including employment and what effect it might have on the province’s economy and revenues. The deadline for their report is May 7 – it will be released to the public a few days later.

More good news on the job front. According to a new StatsCan report, average weekly earnings in Saskatchewan are at an all-time high of $907.44.

That’s an increase of 2.7 per cent over where we were at the same time last year. And, if the latest number of hits on Saskjobs.ca is any indication, people around the world know that Saskatchewan

Ritz announces appointment to Farm Credit Canada Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz last Wednesday announced the appointment of Sylvie Cloutier to the board of directors of Farm Credit Canada (FCC).

“I am pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Cloutier to the FCC Board,” said Ritz. “I am confident Ms. Cloutier will be a strong addition to the board, particularly with her leadership background in the agri-food industry.”

As Canada’s leading agricultural lender, FCC is advancing the business of agriculture. With

a healthy portfolio of more than $23 billion and 18 consecutive years of portfolio growth, FCC is strong and stable committed to serving the industry through all business cycles. FCC provides financing, insurance, software, learning programs and other business services to producers, agribusinesses and agri-food operations. FCC employees are passionate about agriculture and committed to the success of customers and the industry.

Sylvie Cloutier of Bromont, Quebec, has

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served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Quebec’s Council of Food Processing and Consumer Products since 2010. Prior to taking on this role, Cloutier first served the Council as its Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs from 2003 to 2010.

Between 1999 and 2003, Cloutier also held leadership positions as the Vice President of Communications for the Canadian Council of Grocery Distributors, as well as the Executive Director of the Canadian Grand Prix

New Product Awards.

Cloutier’s experience also includes working for the global public relations company Hill and Knowlton Strategies Canada, as well as the federal government. Cloutier holds a BA in Communications from the University of Ottawa.

Cloutier’s appointment is a term of three years and is effective immediately.

FCC is a Crown corporation that reports to Parliament through the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food.

is the place to build a career. There were more than a million hits on the Web site in March.

Close to 14,000 of those visits came from Ireland – further proof that Premier Brad Wall and Employment Immigration Minister Rob Norris’ recruitment mission to the Emerald Isle last month continues to pay off.

In conclusion, I am pleased to announce the return of a very popular program that only seniors can take advantage of.

For the entire month of May, seniors can ride anywhere on the STC bus network for only $10 one-way. Spring in Saskatchewan is a beautiful season to enjoy time with friends and families in our great province - by

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providing this service we give seniors an opportunity to do just that.

If you have a question about this Legislative report or any other matter, just contact Randy.

Randy Weekes, M.L.A. for the Biggar Constituency 1-877-948-4880 OfÀce Hours: Monday - Friday 1 - 5 p.m.

Phone: 306-948-4880 106 - 3rd Ave. West, Biggar Fax: 306-948-4882 e-mail: randyweekes.mla@accesscomm.ca

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Oral Health Oral pain is often ignored until it is unbearable, which is different than how we generally treat pain in other parts of our bodies. Oral disease and infections need to be treated as any other medical condition. See your dentist regularly. Keep your mouth clean by brushing and flossing. Limit foods and drinks high in sugar and acidic content. Avoid all tobacco products. For more information on dental health, contact your dental health professional or Heartland Health Region’s Dental Health Educator.

Heartland Health Region Board Meeting The next Board meeting will be held Friday, April 27, 2012 in Rosetown. Board packages can be obtained from the Regional Corporate Office within one week of the meeting. Please call the office to arrange for printing and pick up.

Contact Christa Garrett at 306-882-4111 ext 236 or by e-mail christa.garrett@hrha.sk.ca For toll-free health information 24 hours a day.

Please call 1-888-425-4444(TTY) if you have hearing or speech difficulties Smokers Helpline 1-877-513-5333 or www.smokefree.ca Questions about Medication? Call 1-800-665-DRUG (3784). Ask questions online www.usask.ca/druginfo Mental Health & Addictions Centralized Intake Line 1-866-268-9139 Monday to Friday 8:00 am—4:30 pm

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Saskatchewan with lowest unemployment rate in the country Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate in March 2012 was 4.8 per cent, down from 5.0 per cent in February. The province’s jobless rate was the lowest in the country and well below the national unemployment rate of 7.2 per cent.

Regina’s unemployment rate of 3.9 per cent was lowest among major Canadian cities while Saskatoon at 5.9 per cent was ninth lowest.

“With these positive job numbers, a growing population and record high earnings for workers, we are continuing to build

momentum for the rest of the year,” Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration Minister Rob Norris said, April 5. “Confidence in our economy is strong.

More Saskatchewan businesses are looking to hire new workers immediately and in the long term.”

Norris is attending the National Job Fair in Toronto in support of 26 Saskatchewan-based employers and organizations. They plan to recruit more than 500 workers at the event.

Other highlights from the monthly job report

include: • An increase of 5,200 jobs in March compared to a year ago. Employment of 522,000 is a record high for the month of March.

• Full-time employment increased by 9,100 for 11 months of year-over-year gains. Total full-time employment of 425,600 was a new high for the month of March.

• Off-reserve Aboriginal employment was up by 4,700 (13.7 per cent) for 10 consecutive months of year-over-year increases.

• Aboriginal youth em-

Eagle Creek Wildlife Fed holds awards banquet items and collected items for the silent auction and pyramid raffle. We had some great photo entries in our photo contest. One winner will have their picture entered at next year’s convention. Remember to keep taking scenery or wildlife pictures for next year and

Eagle Creek Wildlife Federation held their annual awards banquet and fund raiser March 24 in Asquith.

Awards were handed out for junior, men’s and women’s categories for deer, fish, birds, bear.

A big thank you to all the people who donated

renew your membership to enter.

Our next branch meeting is May 2 in Asquith.

Annual Fish Fry and bake sale the end of April.

Free kids fishing derby at Eagle Creek park this June.

Neil Millard 329-4235 cheese, lettuce, mayo and mustard.

The Royal Purple held their meeting on Wednesday, April 11 in the Elks Hall. Many organizations are disbanding, so it is good to see our local O.O.R.P still operating. Keep up the good work!

April is indeed Income Tax time, so get it done early so you can get some money back more quickly!

(If you get money back!)

Don’t forget: Soup and Sandwich lunch on

Wednesday, April 18.

Something to think about: Always remember to forget the things that make you sad, But never forget to remember the things that make you glad.

Always remember to forget the friends that proved untrue, but never forget to remember those that have stuck by you. Always remember to forget the troubles that passed away, but never forget to remember the blessings that come each day.

ASSESSMENT NOTICE

for Town of Asquith Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Town of Asquith for 2012 has been prepared and is open to inspection at the ofÀce of the Administrator of the municipality until the time for lodging appeals has expired, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Thursday on the following days: April 13, 2012 to May 14, 2012.

A Bylaw pursuant to 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/her assessment to the District Board of Revision is required to Àle his/her complaint(s) in the prescribed form with a $25.00 fee to: The Assessor, Town of Asquith, Box 160, Asquith, SK S0K 0J0

by May 14, 2012.

Dated at Asquith, Saskatchewan, April 13, 2012.

Holly Cross, Assessor

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ASSESSMENT NOTICE

Village of Perdue Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Village of Perdue for the year 2012 has been prepared and is open to inspection at the ofÀce 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 Thursday, April 16th to May 16th, 2012.

A Bylaw pursuant to 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/her assessment is required to Àle his/her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, Village of Perdue, Box 190, Perdue, SK S0K 3C0 by the 16th day of May, 2012.

Dated this 16th day of April, 2012

Asquith News I arrived back from Alberta and British Columbia on Tuesday, April 10.

I had a great time but, it is always nice to get back again.

It is good to see that the snow is all gone and the green grass can be seen.

People have been raking their yards and it does look much better.

Tip of the Day: If your kids are old enough, let them make their own lunches. Store everything you need such as cold cuts,

ployment was up by 800 (9.2 per cent) to 9,500 for five consecutive months of year-over-year increases.

“With more than 12,800 jobs listed on saskjobs.ca, there are many employment opportunities currently available across Saskatchewan,” Norris said.

Nancy Duns, Assessor

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Circumstances have kept me from reporting the news for awhile, so will try to update you now.

The church in Landis was filled on April 1 for the Easter concert presented by Our Lady of Fatima and Friends Parish Choir. Besides the very popular choir, led by Louise SouilletHawkins, Graham and Susan Lehnert and Kyle and Cari McCarty sang.

Bill Risling and Gerry Kobelsky brought variety to the show with some Johnny Cash tunes. The Musettes from Biggar, brought their musical talents - a very talented group.

Ten Landis seniors attended the dinner theatre in Luseland. After a delicious roast beef supper, we enjoyed a hilarious play “Left To Our Own Devices”, written by local, Jay Taylor, who also acted in the play. Fellows, you had better check on what your wives are up to when you go fishing without them!

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Landis School news

by Simranjit Saini Badminton has started since the last two weeks.

We also had Junior team’s badminton exhibition in Plenty on April 3. Players are planned and practised hard to move on to finals that will be on April 17.

Next fund raiser for Free the Children is a garage sale. Watch for details. We will also be selling baked goods. Any donations are welcome!

On April 5 that was Thursday, Landis School

had an amazing afternoon.

The whole school was divided into four groups.

Each group had two or three teachers for help.

Then they headed for a scavenger hunt around Landis.

We all had an amazing afternoon. Later, we did some activities inside the school. Everyone was given a bunch of candies during the activities. Our Easter break was from April 6 to 16. Have a good week!

Oil production figures reflect strength Saskatchewan’s oil production in 2011 was the second highest on record, according to year-end figures from the Ministry of Energy and Resources.

Last year’s production was 157.8 million barrels, a figure exceeded only by the 161 million barrels produced in 2008 when, for a time, the price of oil exceeded $140 per barrel.

The 2011 figure is up 3.5 million barrels from 2010.

Energy and Resources Minister Bill Boyd said the 2011 figure is all the more remarkable given the special circumstances the industry had to deal with last year.

“Spring flooding in our oil-producing regions really set the industry back, but they came on strong over the second half of 2011,” Boyd said, April 9.

“We learned earlier this year that the number of oil wells drilled in 2011

was also the second highest on record, so it’s been an outstanding year for Saskatchewan’s oil patch all the way around.”

Due to flooding, production was as low as 393,000 barrels per day in June 2011 but recovered to a peak of 475,000 barrels per day in December. The average for the year was 432,000 barrels per day.

Oil and gas is one of Saskatchewan’s leading industries, accounting for $12.2 billion in value of sales in 2011 and an estimated $4.5 billion in investment in exploration and development. There were an estimated 33,200 jobs in the upstream oil and gas industry in 2011, a 9.0 per cent increase from 2010.

The Fraser Institute’s 2011 Global Petroleum Survey ranked Saskatchewan the top jurisdiction in Canada for oil and gas investment.

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Just a reminder . . .

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by Diane Larouche-Ellard, Thin and Healthy Total Solution It’s the age old question.

Does size really matter?

My answer is, “of course it does!”

Now, wait a second, don’t get all offended, I am talking about serving size . . . what were you thinking about?

Serving size is extremely important when it comes to getting to a healthy weight. And, paying attention to the little things does make a big difference.

It’s sobering to think that if we could carve a measly 100 calories per day off of our intake (all else remaining equal of course), we would lose 10 pounds in a year. So what is 100 calories?

That’s about 1 tablespoon of peanut butter, one teaspoon of oil, or if you like coffee with half-nhalf it would be about two cups of coffee with twoand-a-half tablespoons of creamer in each cup or one of those lovely little 100 calorie snack packs.

So really it’s not much.

One of the things I hear the most often from people with weight to lose is, “I don’t eat badly, I just eat too much of the good things.”

I would have to agree with that statement. I think we don’t realize what the right amount is when it comes to food. It gets very confusing! We hear and read so much about the health benefits of some foods, and being normal human beings we tend to reason that if a little is good, a lot must be better. Couple that

with the huge portions we are served at restaurants and fast food places and we lose touch with how much we should be eating.

Eating too much of some of those “good for us” is pretty easy by the way. For example peanuts are tasty and a great quick snack and they contain many health benefiting nutrients, minerals, antioxidants and vitamins that are essential for optimum health.

They are especially, rich in monounsaturated fatty acids like oleicacids that help to lower LDL or “bad cholesterol” and increase HDL or “good cholesterol”.

Unfortunately they are also packed with fat and calories. It’s pretty hard to eat only a small amount of peanuts once you start.

One handful leads to the next and pretty soon you’ve consumed a cup or two. One cup of peanuts has 862 calories and a whopping 76 grams of fat.

If they are salted you can add on 481 milligrams of sodium as well. Wow! A serving size of nuts, by the way, would be about one ounce. That would be about 12 to 16 almonds or walnut halves.

There are of course lots of foods that are nutrient rich and have wonderful health benefits, without the high calorie, fat and sodium content.

It’s all about making good choices, finding foods you love that taste great and will help you get to and maintain a healthy

weight.

So, when you are sizing up your portions, how much is too much? Here are some easy ways to visualize portion sizes.

They can be very helpful especially when you are eating at a restaurant, or choosing off a buffet table: • Meat: A serving of three to four ounces of meat is about the size of a deck of cards. Fish would be about the size of a cheque book.

• Potato: one medium potato (that’s a serving) is about the size of a computer mouse.

• Cheese: a serving of cheese is an ounce - which looks like four stacked dice.

• Pasta or rice: a serving is a half a cup - visualize a tennis ball or your fist (unless you have very large fists).

• Veggies : Serving size is normally about a half cup. But this is one of those foods that we tend to under eat! So opt for a one cup serving when in doubt. One cup is about the size of a baseball.

So the moral - size does matter, and little things count too! A great way to start educating yourself about foods is the Food Guide and the Nutrition Facts labels on packaged foods.

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NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL

Rural Municipality of Reford No. 379 Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the R.M. of Reford No. 379 for the year 2012 has been prepared and is open to inspection at the ofÀce of the Assessor from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days, Monday to Friday, April 13th to May 13th, 2012.

A Bylaw pursuant to 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 Àle his or her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, R.M. of Reford No. 379, Box 100, Wilkie, SK S0K 4W0 by the 13th day of May, 2012.

Dated this 13th day of April, 2012 Sherry Huber, Assessor

Tim Hammond Realty

Tim Hammond, BSA, P.Ag. Owner - Broker Cari McCarty - Residential Grant Anderson - Farms Dave Molberg - Farms Farmland for Sale Irrigation Pobran Weekes Mason Hoppe Dixon Johnson Yurchuk Whitmore Sopotyk Hay/Rec Land Kohlman Corman Park

RM 284 RM 343 RM 347 RM 346 RM 377 RM 346 RM 316 RM 342 RM 316 RM 372 RM 350 RM 344

Acreages for Sale Clarke* Kerr Unity Ac. Dodsland Rawson Dietz Sutherland Denholm

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Unity Ac. Rawson Pobran Whitmore Krivoshen

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Out of Town Property

Current Listings 302 6th Ave W 102 6th Ave E 205 Turnbull Ave 402 7th Ave E 2nd Ave W Condos* 605 8th Ave W 409 6th Ave E 414 7th Ave W 201 King Street 412 3rd Ave E 101 3rd Ave E 308 6th Ave E 128 2nd Ave W 104 6th Ave E (Lot)

101 3rd Ave E $185,000 $149,000 1229 ac.

320 ac.

40 ac.

$249,900 $169,900 $85,000 2099 ac.

480 ac.

322 ac.

317 ac.

298 ac.

160 ac.

160 ac.

160 ac.

160 ac.

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10 ac.

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Landis 102 3rd Ave E Perdue 909 8th St Landis 212 3rd W Kinley 8.01 ac.

Kinley 12 Lots Perdue Lots 142’ x 120’ Landis Lot* Wilkie Lot 204 2nd St W

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MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2012

OBITUARIES

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Freda Maria Byrne 1918 - 2012 Early in the morning on Sunday, April 1, 2012, Mom left her life on earth. She was 93 years old and had lived a long and good life.

She was born in Lennoxville, Quebec on November 16, 1918 to Clifford and Dorothy Butler. She was the oldest in her family. She married Les Byrne, the love of her life in 1940. They began their life together living and working in Montreal. In 1948 they moved to a farm near Biggar, Sask. My father became the Manager of the Credit Union and my mother was the Accountant. In 1996 Mom moved to Cranbrook, B.C. to be near her family. Mom’s life revolved around her husband, her family and her study of the Bible. She enjoyed making chocolate cakes with chocolate icing for her grandsons, as well as knitting, reading, playing cards and doing paper toile. She is the last of her generation of

the Butler Byrne families.

She will be sadly missed by her daughter Sharon Waurynchuk (Don); her three grandsons, Les of Vancouver, Ryan (Rebeca) of Tianjin, China and Pat (Denise) of Cranbrook, her great-grandchildren, Matheu and Ana Waurynchuk; and by nieces and nephews in the east and many good friends.

Mom’s wishes were to be cremated and buried beside her husband Leslie in the Biggar Cemetery, Biggar, Sask. A family service will be held in Biggar in the summer of 2012.

Freda’s family would like to thank the staff of Joseph Creek Care Village for respectfully and kindly looking after her until the end.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh. com 16c1

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Victor Carlson Cooper July 7, 1924 - March 24, 2012 It is with deep sadness the family announces, at age 87, the passing of Victor Carlson Cooper on March 24, 2012 at Biggar Hospital, Biggar, Sask.

Vic’s family were at his side as he lost his ¿nal battle with cancer.

Victor is lovingly survived by his children, his daughter, Debra (Brian Rogers) of Cold Lake, Alta.; sons, Edward (Sandra) of Nelson, B.C., and Dennis of Biggar, Sask. He also leaves ¿ve grandchildren, Brett and Troy Reynolds, Kim Proctor, Jesse and Taylor Cooper; and one great-granddaughter, Chloe Rose Proctor; two brothers, Leonard Cooper of Brantford, Ont. and Eldon (Audrey) Cooper of Windsor, Ont.; one sister, Leotia (Gavin) McCulloch of Kitchener-Waterloo and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife, Lena, June 11, 2011; infant son, Robert; parents, Edward and Marguerite; brothers, Earl and Morley; and sister Dorothy.

Victor was born near Brantford, Ont. and raised on a dairy farm between Brantford and Hamilton. After his schooling Vic worked on the family farm before enlisting in the Brantford D&H RiÀes army in 1940. He serviced with the Canadian Armed Forces Second Division, Royal Hamilton Light Infantry, overseas in England and Europe from 1940-1946.

After his discharge, he returned to Ontario where he worked in factories, drove transport and had a variety of other jobs. In 1950 he travelled west and became an employee of Saskatchewan Power Corporation. The fall of 1950 found Victor taking a leave of absence to join the Canadian Special Forces for an 18 month tour of duty in Korea with the United Nations Forces. It was only in the last few years Vic would start opening up and share his experiences and war stories with his family.

Vic married Lena Berg on December 27, 1952 in Central Butte, Sask. They had originally met in Brantford where Lena’s sister Hilda and Vic’s brother Earl were dating. It seemed natural for the two brothers to marry the two sisters.

Returning to SaskPower in the spring of 1952, he worked on the rural electri¿cation program in different areas of the province. While working with SaskPower as District operator, Vic and Lena found themselves living in many communities throughout Saskatchewan, Humboldt, Qu’Appelle, Avonlea, Loon Lake, Eatonia and Biggar. in 1980 due to medical reasons, Vic had to refrain from climbing poles until his retirement in 1983.

Vic was active with the Royal Canadian Legion and recreation boards in many of the communities holding various positions on the boards.

He would always be spotted assisting the local hockey teams and was always travelling far and wide to silently cheer and give advice to his sons, Ed and Dennis. After retirement, Vic helped drive the Biggar Sports Bus for various groups from sports teams to senior

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It was about eight years ago with Lena’s failing health, Vic’s role changed to that of companion and caregiver to Lena, ¿rst at home and then when she was admitted to Biggar Diamond Lodge. Many friends and employees of the Diamond Lodge commented on his devotion to her as he would visit her twice daily everyday until her passing on June 11, 2011.

With Lena’s illness and passing Vic took over the gardening, tending for the Àowers and yard that had been so important to her. He loved to putter in the yard and we were all surprised at his unique Àower baskets in the yard.

Dad was lost without his lifelong companion, and he decided to travel to the place in Canada he loved. He Àew out to B.C. in November to spend time with Ed and family then in December he travelled back to his hometown Brantford. Here he had a wonderful visit with his sister and brothers and their families. He couldn’t stop talking about the wonderful time he had in Brantford and visiting many of her dear old friends he hadn’t seen in years.

He believed that travelling was the best education you would receive. On Thursday, March 29, 2012, Vic’s family took him on his ¿nal journey.

Private family services were held at 10 a.m. from Grondin Funeral Chapel, Biggar, Sask. with Rev. Jane Gallagher of¿ciating.

Eulogist was Edward Cooper and Active Urn Bearer was Dennis Cooper. Honour Guard was Royal Canadian Legion, Biggar Branch #138 Honourary Bearers were all those touched and were touched by Vic’s life. And an interment service was held in the Central Butte Cemetery on Thursday, March 29, 2012.

Memorial donations in Vic’s memory may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society, #101440-2nd Ave. N., Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C3 or the Biggar & District Community Foundation for the new long term care facility, Box 489, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0 Grondin Funeral Services Biggar entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family since 1963”, 306-948-2669. gfsc1

Albert M. Longworth The Longworth family is saddened to announce the passing of Albert M. Longworth of Harris, Sask. on April 9, 2012, at the Rosetown Hospital, Rosetown, Sask. Albert was born in 1921 to Mike and Margaret Longworth at Lydden, Sask. In 1929 the family moved to Bents, Sask., to operate the general store and post of¿ce. Albert joined the RCAF in 1941 as a wireless operator and served from 1941 to 1945, upon which point he started farming. In 1951 Albert married Norah McFarlane and they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary last year.

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MEMORIAMS

In 1962 Albert and brother Clarence took over the Polled Hereford herd that had been built up by their father. This year marks the 70th purebred calf crop from this herd. For many years, Albert was a member of the Bents Melody Makers dance band that entertained the locals for miles around. Albert took pride in the beef BBQs that he hosted around the province, literally feeding thousands of people. He was honoured to be a 4-H leader and judge. Other organizations that Albert was involved with were the North West Hereford Association and the Saskatchewan Archeological Society. For 67 years Albert was a member of the #95 and #75 Masonic Lodges. He was also a member of the Solomon Lodge of Research #5986 and a Royal Arch Mason with Wilkie Chapter #29 GRS. Albert was a proud RCAF veteran taking an active participation in Royal Canadian Legion #361. He was a very proud family man, who thoroughly enjoyed visiting with everyone.

Albert is survived by his loving wife, Norah; children, Brian, Barry (Karren), Mary Lee (Don Sapsford), Sandra (Ken Traynor), Linda (Lorne Pincemin); grandchildren, Rebecca (Kelly Millar), Shelby Longworth, Keri (Scott Sexsmith), Julie Sapsford, Scott, Corey and Jeanelle Traynor, Nicole, Mitchell and Brooke Pincemin; and great-grandson, Denton Sexsmith; siblings, Alvin (Norma) Longworth, Edna (James) Start, Margaret (Ted McHale), Barbara (Ted Rowan) and Helen (Al Particelli); brothers and sisters-in-law, Edwin and Betty McFarlane, Ellen Clayton, Roy and Donna McFarlane, Sarah McFarlane, Carle and Heather McFarlane; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Albert was predeceased by parents, Mike and Margaret Longworth; siblings William, Violet Campbell, Edith Clayton, Janet, Clarence, Elmer; father and mother-in-law, Arthur and Mary McFarlane; brothers and sisters-in-law, Allan Campbell, Ward Clayton, Marg Longworth, Harold Tyson, Henry Sarich, Fred Parney, Tom, Doreen and Wallace McFarlane, Tom Clayton; and granddaughter, Lacey Longworth.

A Celebration of Life will be held TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012, 2:00 p.m. at the Community Hall in Harris, Sask.

Memorial donations may be made to Rosetown & District Health Centre Foundation (Long Term Care Furnishings) or Harris Cemetery Fund. Pierre A. Charpentier, Shanidar Funeral Services, Rosetown in care of arrangements.

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SILVERNAGLE, Edward: In loving memory, 1931 - April 16, 2007.

“Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you are always there.

A special person, a special face, someone we loved and cannot replace.”

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CARD OF THANKS A sincere thank you on behalf of the Victor C. Cooper family for all your support during father’s battle with cancer. For all those who sent Àowers, food, cards or donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Biggar & District Community Foundation (new long term care facility) was greatly appreciated. There are not enough words to thank all the staff at the Biggar Union Hospital for your support and compassionate care during dad’s hospitalization. A special thank you to Doctor Muller for all your care given to father throughout the years. Also we’d like to thank Dr. Wright and his nurse Brenda (Muc) at the Saskatoon Cancer Clinic. Last but not least, a Big Thank You to Reverend Jane Gallagher and Bob and staff at Grondin Funeral Services for their professional service and kindness. We would also like to thank the Biggar Royal Canadian Legion members and especially Allan Hoogeveen for participating in the Honour Guard Salute and farewell to a fellow comrade. From all the Cooper family, your kindness and support during this dif¿cult time will not be forgotten. Thank you so much.

16c1 Words cannot express the overwhelming support we have been shown during this very dif¿cult time. We deeply appreciate your kind expressions of sympathy along with your thoughts and prayers. Thank you for all the visits, phone calls, hugs, Àowers, cards, food, gift certi¿cates and donations. If you would like to make a donation in the memory of Cliff Brown you can send it to: Canadian Diabetic Association -- in memory of Clifford Brown, #104-2301 Ave. C North, Saskatoon, SK, S7L 5Z5.

Please remember that there is nothing so great that you cannot turn to someone to help you through it, you are worth it. Cliff will be missed by his family and friends.

Bev, Kevin, Nichole Brown, Pamela and Chris Archibald; Lena Pavloff and Beatrice Brown.

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MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2012

COMING EVENTS SUNDAYS in April: Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans will be worshipping at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Biggar at 10:30 a.m.

Presbyterian communion and potluck on the 29th. Everyone is welcome. For more information or pastoral services, phone Rev. Mark Kleiner at 951-7122.

48/10tfn SUNDAYS: You are invited to these weekly services at Biggar Associated Gospel Church, Quebec St. and 8th Ave. West.

Sunday: 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for children, youth and adults; 10:50 a.m. - Worship Service. Come and worship with us! Pastor-Rev. Terry Wicks.

15c3 APRIL 3 - 25: ‘Plants & Machines’, showing in the Credit Union Gallery at The Biggar Museum, 1 - 5 p.m., Monday to Friday.

15c3 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18: 5 - 7 p.m., Biggar New Horizons Hall…

PALS are sponsoring a bene¿t supper for Ted and Gloria Engel to travel to Guatemala to celebrate the translation of the New Testament into Pokimchi.

Ham and scalloped potatoes, salad and dessert, $12, adults; $6, children 6-12. Donations gratefully received but not receipted.

14c3 APRIL 20, 21 & 22: Plenty & District Community Players presents their 26th Annual Dinner Theatre, “Daddy’s Girl”, a comedy by Gary Ray Stapp.

Cocktails, 5:30; Dinner, 6:30; Show, 8:00 p.m. Tickets on sale, call Sylvia or Larry @ 306932-4734. Tickets $25/person for dinner and show. Reserved seating only.

13c4 SUNDAY, APRIL 22: Ruthilda UCW Fowl Supper, 5 - 7 p.m.

Dabber Bingo to follow.

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SUNDAY, APRIL 29: Eagle Creek Wildlife Annual Fish Fry, Asquith Elks Hall, 4 - 7 p.m. Adult, $15; Teens, $10; under 5, FREE. Proceeds for improvements to troutpond at Eagle Creek Park.

16c2 SUNDAY, APRIL 29: 6:30 p.m. at Church of God, 320-6th Ave. East, Biggar. Gospel music

by Country Cousins (Rice and Stenersons). You are welcome to attend. Freewill offering for missions. Coffee and fellowship to follow.

16p2 TUESDAY, MAY 1: 2 p.m., ‘Mother of the Year Tea’ at Biggar Community Hall.

Sponsored by Biggar Community Connections. Come honour the Mothers of the Year! Open to everyone. Silver Collection.

16c3 FRIDAY, MAY 4 and SATURDAY, MAY 5: St. Gabriel CWL Clothing Drive and Garage Sale at St. Gabriel Church. Drop off: Friday - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday - 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Sales: Friday 1 - 5 p.m. and Saturday - 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Proceeds go to the Food Bank and KidSport.

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INVITATIONS

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25: Biggar & District Arts Council presents…

“Suzie Vinnick”, 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar.

Advance tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers. Adults/ Seniors, $25 at the door, advance, $20; students, $15 at the door, advance $12; children 12 and under, $5.

11c6 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25: A.C.W. Spring Tea & Bake Sale, 2 - 3:30 p.m. at Biggar New Horizons.

15p3 THURSDAY, APRIL 26: Vegetarian Dinner Club, 6 p.m. at Biggar New Horizons, $5/ person. Everyone welcome.

Call Fran @306-237-4429 (h) or Wednesday/Thursday @ 306948-2446 (w) 16c2 THURSDAY, APRIL 26: Biggar Central School 2000 School Community Council Annual General Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at Biggar Central School 2000.

Members will be elected at that time to serve on the SCC for the 2012-2013 school year. All are welcome, please come share your opinions and input for our school!

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AUCTIONS

SATURDAY, APRIL 21… 50th Anniversary Celebration for Cairin and Edwin Guran at the Czech Hall, 8 p.m. Please NO gifts or cards. Donations for ‘Relay for Life’ at the door.

15p2 SATURDAY, APRIL 28: You are invited to attend the 80th Birthday for Oliver Harris at Landis Community Complex, 24 p.m. Everyone is welcome. No gifts, please.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS SATURDAY, APRIL 21: The family of Gladys Anderson (nee Newton) would like to invite family and friends to a Celebration of her Life. A short service followed by a tea will be held at Biggar New Horizons Hall at 2:00 p.m.

16p1 Biggar Minor Soccer is looking for individuals interested in being on the board. If there is no interest, there will be no Minor Soccer this year. For more information, please contact Cory McMahon @ 948-2968.

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Antique/Collectable Auction Sat, April 21, 2012 @ 10.00am.

Schmaltz Auction Center, Hwy #2 South, PA, SK. Gas Station pumps, signs, guns, tins, furniture, money, tools. Website www.schmaltzauctions.com or auctionbill.com or call 306-9222300.

WANTED Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Land¿ll OR contact Quentin Sittler at 658-2132 3tfn Main Street Garage Sale is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition.

Please phone 948-1773 or 9485393. Pickup available.

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Phone 306-237-4771, 306-2379517 10p9 Pasture land for rent, 190 acres, lots of water. Phone Jim at 948-3993 14p3

Sun West School Division

School Buses For Sale TOWN OF BIGGAR TOWN OFFICE/ LIBRARY BUILDING PAINTING TENDER Bids sealed and marked “Town OfÀce/Library Building Painting Tender” will be received at the Biggar Town OfÀce until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 27, 2012.

The work consists of: 1. Painting the brick on the Town OfÀce/Library building.

2. Painting the metal facia around the top of the building.

3. Painting the wood trim around the top of the building.

4. Painting the beams on the building.

5. Painting the door on the library.

6. Painting the attached storage shed.

The Town reserves the right to rejecct or accept any bid for any reason, without explanation, whether arbitrary, unreasonable, or otherwise.

Barb Barteski, Chief Administrative OfÀcer Town of Biggar P. O. Box 489 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

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Phone 948-2026, cell 948-6062 16c3 Charolais Bulls for sale.

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Celebrating our 25th year in the charolais industry. Domes Charolais, call John at 306-9485260 14p4

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NOTICE Families, clubs, churches and businesses are invited to do a Heritage Page to be on permanent display at Biggar Museum. Share your history!

For more information call 9483451 or visit museum 1 - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.

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1st Ave. West, Biggar 948-2700

ROADEX SERVICES requires O/O 1 tons and 3 tons for our RV division and O/O Semis and drivers for our RV and general freight deck division to haul throughout N. America. Paid by direct deposit, bene¿ts and company fuel cards. Border crossing required with valid passport and clean criminal record. 1-800-867-6233; www. roadexservices.com SERVICE MANAGER Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta).

Opportunity in a perfect family environment.

Strong team, competitive wages, bene¿ts, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@ telusplanet.net.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SUN WEST SCHOOL DIVISION invites applications for:

Summer Students Maintenance Department • Based out of Kindersley - two positions starting May 14, 2012 and ending on or before August 30, 2012 (40 hours per week) • Based out of Elrose - two positions starting May 14, 2012 and ending on or before August 30, 2012 (40 hours per week) • Based out of Rosetown - two positions starting May 14, 2012 and ending on or before August 30, 2012 (40 hours per week) • Based out of Outlook/Davidson Area - two positions starting May 14, 2012 and ending on or before August 30, 2012 (40 hours per week) For further information, please refer to our website at www.sunwestsd.ca.

PERDUE DAYCARE is hiring the following positions with immediate start dates • Part-time Early Childhood Educator • Part-time cook • Part-time Janitor Please call 306-237-4403 for more information or mail resumes to: Box 142, Perdue, SK S0K 3C0

South Country Equipment Ltd. is now hiring 10 Full time Heavy Equipment Servicers.

You will be required to: Assist the Journeymen technicians and perform tasks as directed, perform basic equipment reconditioning and maintenance, perform basic diagnostics, with entry level familiarity re: equipment diagnostic software.

Quali¿ed candidates must be 3rd level apprentice equivalent or minimum 3 years experience.

Wages are $20-$21 per hr depending on experience.

Quali¿ed candidates would be assigned to work in any of the following locations: Weyburn, Southey, Regina, Raymore, Mossbank, Moose Jaw, Montmartre, Assiniboia. Please reply in writing, fax or e-mail to: watsondrew@southcountry. ca South Country Equipment: attention Drew Watson or Chris Clements phone: 306-8842-4686 fax: 306-842-3833 company website: www.southcountry.ca STARPRESS LOOKING for experienced Maintenance Technician in Wainwright, Alberta. Experience working with Goss Community an asset.

Phone 780-842-4465.

Fax 780-842-2760 or email: joel@ starpress.ca.

Full-time position on grain farm. Experienced operating equipment, 1-A an asset. Dental, RRSP, most weekends off and competitive salary. Resume: ghdagenais@gmail.com Phone: 306-497-7720. Blaine Lake, SK. NEED A HOME PHONE? Cable TV or High Speed Internet? We Can Help. Everyone Approved.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Heartland Health Region Healthy people, Healthy Communities, and Service Excellence in an Enduring Health System.

Heartland is located in west-central Saskatchewan and provides health care services to a population of 41,629. Heartland is home to some of the friendliest communities in the country! We have excellent healthcare services and programs, great recreation and leisure services and wonderful schools. Together with the high-quality, low stress living characteristic of rural environments; Heartland is a great place to raise a family or do business. Come join our team today!

STAFF SCHEDULER – BIGGAR & AREA HOME CARE PERMANENT FULL TIME, POSTING #860-11 Temporary Full Time Staff Scheduler – Maintains staff schedules, adhering to collective bargaining agreements, and replaces staff as required.

Qualifications: ¾ Office Education Certificate Please visit our website www.hrha.sk.ca for details and more great health career opportunities that await you!

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume immediately to: Curtis Vornbrock, Recruitment & Retention Coordinator, PO Box 1100, Outlook, SK, S0L 2N0 Tel: 1-306-867-9701 Fax: 1-306-867-1877 Email: careers@hrha.sk.ca

www.hrha.sk.ca

All new employees will be required to provide a criminal and vulnerable sector records check. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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NEWSSTANDS @ The Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) is a provincial treasury board crown corporation committed to a healthy and vibrant agriculture industry in the province. As a part of Saskatchewan’s agricultural framework, SCIC administers business risk management programs for producers. SCIC is seeking committed and dynamic staff in the following position: ADJUSTER (1 Temporary Position) – Rosetown, Saskatchewan Responsible for performing crop inspections on farms by measuring bins and acreages, gathering the necessary data to determine indemnities, dealing with dissatisfied customers and submitting claims neatly, accurately and completely.

For a complete description and information on how to apply, please visit our website at www.saskcropinsurance.com.

We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to Employment Equity and encourage applications from qualified persons of aboriginal ancestry, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women seeking management and non-traditional roles .

• Esso • Leslie’s Drugstore • Pharmasave • Quick Stop • Super A Foods • Shop Easy Food • Weasie’s Gourmet Blends • Feudal Co-op, Perdue • The Store, Perdue

SaskPower holds rates steady after strong Ànancial performance in 2011 Due to positive 2011 results and expectations for a continued strong financial performance, SaskPower will not be seeking a rate increase in 2012.

The company made this announcement as it tabled its 2011 Annual Report in the Legislative Assembly, April 4.

SaskPower reported an income of $239 million in 2011, representing an increase in operating income of $16 million over the previous year.

“SaskPower’s decision to not proceed with a rate application in 2012 is good news for our customers and our province’s ongoing economic momentum,” Minister responsible for Saskatchewan Power Corporation Rob Norris said. “At the same time, in order to continue energizing Saskatchewan’s growth, ongoing capital investments - estimated at $1 billion in 2012 will be needed to meet

increasing electricity demand, renew aging infrastructure and invest in environmentally s u s t a i n a b l e technologies.”

“During a time of record demand, SaskPower’s performance in 2011 exceeded expectations in many areas,” SaskPower President and CEO Robert Watson said.

“I’m particularly proud of the extraordinary effort made by all our employees in ensuring we continued to provide safe and reliable power to customers during a year of unprecedented flooding and storms.

While we’re proud of our financial and operational achievements over the past year, we’re committed to continue our efforts to strike a balance between maintaining financial stability, ensuring affordability, delivering cleaner sources of energy and providing security of supply.”

Key SaskPower

highlights from 2011 include: • $625 million investment in electrical infrastructure - second highest on record.

• New record set for daily energy consumption.

• Continuation of Business Renewal Program, with company remaining on pace to save or avoid $2 billion in spending in 10 years.

• Addition of 112 megawatts (MW) of net capacity - the 86 MW gas-fired Spy Hill Generating Station as well as the 26 MW Red Lily Wind Power Facility while completing new transmission, distribution and substation projects.

• Launch of the worldleading Boundary Dam Integrated Carbon Capture and Storage Demonstration Project.

• Signing of a MOU with the Government of Saskatchewan and the newly established First Nations Power Authority

(FNPA) that will help the province’s First Nations advance power generation projects.

• Work with the FNPA and Meadow Lake Tribal Council on development of the renewable power Meadow Lake Bioenergy Centre.

• Selection of 20 new environmentally friendly power projects from more than 300 applications through the second annual Green Options (GO) Partners Program lottery, which will add approximately 50 MW to the grid.

• Announcement of a $555 million expansion of the natural gas-fired Queen Elizabeth Power Station that will bring its capacity to 630 MW. • Completion of an EastWest high load corridor to provide a route for largesized manufactured goods and equipment to pass without power line interference.

• Completion of a Conservation Potential

Review that will help maximize future capacity and customer energy savings.

• Completion of a new Corporate Customer Strategy designed to assist SaskPower in becoming an even more service-oriented company that treats customers as partners.

• Continued introduction of new business processes and technologies through the Service Delivery Renewal Program, including the replacement of a more than 25-yearold customer billing system that will anchor more service-improving

technologies.

• Completion of the first full year with recently developed processes that dramatically reduce times to connect new customers to the grid.

• SaskPower recognized as one of Canada’s best Diversity Employers and one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers.

• Completion of a fiveyear Workforce Plan.

• Development of an industry-leading Drug and Alcohol policy.

• Celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the SaskPower Shand Greenhouse through distribution of 520,000 seedlings.

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ELECTRICAL

REAL ESTATE

Saskatoon DUANE NEUFELDT Serving BIGGAR and Area

Licensed For: • Residential • Acreage • Farm

MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2012

306-948-8055 Fax: 306-948-2763 www.DuaneNeufeldt.com

The sign you want. The agent you need.

Tim Hammond Realty Licenced for:

•Farm •Residential •Commercial •Acreage

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

948-5052 (office)

BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES Authorized Appliance Depot Electrical Wiring Trenching Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan

948-5291 PHILLIPS ELECTRIC • Residence • Commercial Wiring For free estimates Ph: 948-5393

Cell: 306-221-6888

Cell 948-9168 www.TimHammond.ca www.FarmsofCanada.com

Tim Hammond, BSA, P.Ag., Broker

Proud to handle Biggar’s Real Estate Needs

Tim Hammond Realty Licenced for: •Residential rd

113 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar

948-5052 (office) Cell 948-7995 www.TimHammond.ca http://Cari.TimHammond.ca

Cari McCarty Residential Sales

Biggar’s Top Performing Residential Agent

Tim Hammond Realty Licenced for: •Farm •Acreage •Residential • Commercial

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

948-5052 (office) Cell 948-4478 Dave Molberg BSA

www.TimHammond.ca www.FarmsofCanada.com

Exposure, Experience and Effort.

of The Battlefords Independently Owned and Operated

FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS… • Selling/Buying • Residental • Farm/Acreage • Commercial • Recreational

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

Call: 948-2101

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Bear Hills Rural Development Corporation Box 327 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Helping you Help yourself

Kent Dubreuil, E.D.O. Phone: 306-948-2295 Fax: 306-948-5050

Wally Lorenz Sales Associate 1391 - 100th St. North Battleford, SK S9A 0V9 Day or Night

Cell: (306) 843-7898 Bus: (306) 446-8800 znerol.w@sasktel.net

PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

For all your home, business and rural needs Owners/Operators • Travis Young • Dallas Young • Claude Young

Biggar, Sask.

948-3389 Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

HOME IMPROVEMENTS HANDY JIM SERVICES

available to do…

• painting & Ӿnishing • decks & small buildings • light plumbing • windows & doors • laminate & hardwood ӿoors • general repairs

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Inc. FRE E Es timat Call us for… es • Insurance jobs • Renovations • New home building • Drywall & Painting • Flooring (hardwood, ceramic, etc.)

• Residential/Commercial • CertiÀed installer for Logix ICF

MADGE CONTRACTING LTD. For all your rooÀng needs… ¬New Construction ¬Metal ¬Torch-on ¬Re-roofs ¬Tile ¬Asphalt ¬All repairs ¬Shakes We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On Insurance Excellent Local References For a FREE estimate please call… 306-948-5453

Fortney Enterprises Contracting • New Construction • Renovations • Residential • Commercial

9Residential 9Commercial 9Automotive 9We tint vehicles too!

“Building Trust from Start to Finish”

Call Greg Fortney

306-303-0009

For all your glass needs,

104 - 2nd Ave. West Biggar

306-948-4846

ADVERTISING is an investment in your business.

Insulation

306-948-2805 Cell: 306-948-6062 Email: northland83@yourlink.ca Want to insulate your quonset, farm/commercial buildings, house or cabin?

Lower your heating and cooling costs and add strength to your buildings!

Contact 948-3344 to have your business listed here, ask for special rates and sizes

NORTHLAND PAINTING and SANDBLASTING •Texas Gates •Spray Foam Insulation •Sandblasting & Painting •Internal Coatings •Rock Guard Coatings g

email: northland83@yourlink.ca

HEALTH/ WELLNESS

- together with -

Ladies Only

30 min.

Circuit Gym

Ph: cell:

(306) 948-3776 (306) 260-6503

WINE, BEER, COOLER KITS and SUPPLIES

Located in the Nova Wood Centre (back entrance) 104 - 6th Ave. E., Biggar

948-2208

Weight Loss & Wellness Centre

Consultant & Coach Anne G. Livingston •Ideal Protein Weight Loss Clinic •Epicure Selections •Walden Farms Products •Young Living Essential Oils •Beauticontrol Skin Care www.beautipage.ca/annelivingston

CPFT, CPTA, CnHc

Specializing in Exclusive Seasonal Personal Training Sessions! …for weight loss,

located in The Independent, 102 - 3rd Ave. West, Biggar 948-3344

~ Gift CertiÅcates ~ Evening, Saturday and in-home appointments available.

948-2548 or 948-9710

OPTOMETRISTS

Kirk Ewen Doctor of Optometry

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

For appointments…

1-855-651-3311

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photos by Jocelyn Portraits, Family, Weddings & Sports Photography Biggar, Sask.

www.photosbyjocelyn.com

306-948-2814

SEED CLEANING

Wylie Farms Ltd. SEED CLEANING 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:

Visit us @ 114- 2nd Ave. W., Biggar Where you can feel right at home!

Phone… 948-2548 Cell… 948-8048

WHY NOT GET DOWN TO BUSINESS

BY PLACING YOUR CLASSIFIED AD, TODAY! CALL 9483344

948-5609 948-5394

Phoenix M4 Mobile Grain cleaning and sizing

Offering… One-on-One Rehab & Therapy Sessions * Limited Memberships available to fully equipped Private Fitness Studio & Cardio Room Gift Certificates available

948-2807 or

Plant located 8 miles south of Biggar on Hwy #4, ¼ mile west on Triumph Rd.

body sculpting, strength training.

available at…

Grape Moments

• Shamanic Healing • Psychosomatic Therapy • Massage • Emotional Release Therapy

…owned and operated by Diane Larouche Ellard

“Putting PERSONAL back into fitness training!”

Wayne Baldwin,

GEORGE STAHL

Services available…

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

NEW BEGINNINGS WELLNESS CENTRE

Wood and Steel Buildings Floor & Trusses

Michelle Spuzak, R.M.T. (NHPC member) Located @ New Beginnings Wellness Centre, 114 - 2nd Ave. W., BIGGAR

Mobile Units Office: 948-2805 05 Cell: 948-6062

Located in Angie’s Hair Salon 219 Main St., Biggar Call 948-7274 or 948-3696

• Commercial • Residential • Design Builder • Insurance Claims • Renovations • Drafting Service

Spray Foam

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Call Jim @ 306-948-3333

Licenced Journeyman Carpenters Troy McCarty 948-5627 (H) 948-9280 (C) Mitch McCarty 373-8254 (H) Serving Biggar ... Since 1968

HEALTH/ WELLNESS

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“Big or Small -We Do Them All” GLASS INSTALLATION

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

WTSL MOBILE GRAIN SERVICE Box 917, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Wayne Dollansky 306-948-7247 Custom Combining JD9770 with draper or hydraÁex headers

McNULTY’S MOBILE SEED CLEANING

Custom Cleaning of H.R.S. & C.P. S. Wheat

Phone: 948-5678

MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2012

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LEGAL SERVICES

INSURANCE

BUSSE LAW

BIGGA R I NS URA NCE S E RV I CE S

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors Stuart A. Busse, QC Larry A. Kirk, LL.B. 302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

948-3346 …serving your community since 1972

Roe & Company is a full service law office that practices… ¾Family and Criminal law ¾Commercial law ¾Real Estate ¾Wills and Estate, and our lawyers, William Roe, Q.C. Jason Peszko Ian Mokuruk Lisa Watson Sheri Woods look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

• Notary Publics • Home & Agro Insurance • Auto & Commerical Insurance • Health Insurance • Motor Licence Issuer Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday to Friday 304 Main Street • Biggar

Phone: 948-2204 or 948-3886

INVESTMENTS

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

Southeast entrance of Nova Wood Bldg.

Hours…

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

Friday, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

306-948-3408 Financial Planning Estate Planning Life Insurance

DR. GLENN RIEKMAN Dentist

222 Main Street 306 948 5377

115 - 1st Ave. W. Rosetown, Sask.

info@twhÀnancial.ca www.twhÀnancial.ca

AUTOMOTIVE

SERVICES

KRF Automotive Detail Centre

Panasonic, Samsung,

DENTAL

100% handwash “Where we do it all for you!!”

• Detailing • Vortex Spray-In Box Liners • Granitex Baked-on Coatings for Decks and Cement Flooring • Auto Accessories • Trailer Rentals Owned & operated by Kevin Fick

227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar

ACCOUNTING

YH Truck, Ag & Auto • Heavy truck parts • Agriculture parts • Automotive parts & accessories www.yhtruckagauto.com

521 Main St., Biggar 948-2109

OFFICE HOURS

P. O. Box 1480 Biggar, Sask.

Phone: 948-5133

223 Main Street Biggar Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

OPEN: Mon.-Fri. • 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

948-2183 Email: ddolack@sasktel.net Website: www.hrblock.ca This space available for… our 26-week commitment in this directory $ 2.89/week = $75 + g.s.t. (regular price $9.52 per week) One column x 1 inch size Call

216 Main St., Biggar

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

THUR-O CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Cliff Forsyth Box 736, Biggar

Phone:

948-5600

MONARCH MEATS Modern Licenced Abbatoir • custom slaughter, cut and wrapping • sausage making, curing and smoking

MACHINERY DEALERS

• sides of Pork & Beef available

948-3384

AUTOMOTIVE

Battery Chargers Electric Fencers Repaired/Rebuilt/ Built

Garry A. Faye

201B-2nd Ave. West

BIGGAR LEISURE CENTRE 948-3955

BIGGAR ACCOUNTING SERVICES Chartered Accountant Notary Public

LG, Frigidaire, Shaw, Bell, Yamaha AudioDealer; and Your authorized SaskTel Mobility and High Speed Internet Dealer

948-1722

Phone: 882-2123 Emergency (after hours) 882-2006

306-948-5352 or 306-244-9865

Your authorized

Call me to Ànd out more about how The Plan™ can help you prosper now …and over time.

JIM VANCHA, PAg Consultant (306) 948-4393 jim.vancha@ investorsgroup.com

COMING SOON to BIGGAR Kurulak Investment & Insurance Corp.

Service Truck Full Mechanical Service Mon - Fri • 8 a.m.-5 p.m. phone: George

after hours George: 948-4042 Corner of Main Street & 1st Avenue West, Biggar 1st Ave. West, Biggar

948-2700 Your Auto Parts and Accessories Dealer 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sat. • 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Let Vortex protect your truck and your investment with the Vortex Seamless Sprayed on Liner System Prairieland Collision Rosetown, Sask.

306-882-2289

M & N REPAIR 701 - 4th Ave. E., Biggar

948-3996 Open Monday-Saturday Lyndsey Sacher

Investment Advisor Credential Securities Inc.

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

Pamela Eaton

Robert Hoesgen, CFP

Mutual Fund Investment Specialist Credential Asset Management Inc.

Mutual Fund Investment Specialist Credential Asset Management Inc.

Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

Heavy Truck Repair SGI Safety Inspection Auto Repair TIRES

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.

Phone:

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…call 948-3344

948-2442

Fax: 948-2484

Ivan Young,

chase14welding@sasktel.net

Bear Hills Rentals & Machine Works • Machine Shop Service • Rentals • MASTER FEEDS dealer • COMMERCIAL SOLUTION Ag Parts dealer • Drive line parts & service • KANE VET supplier

Phone: 948-4844 Fax: 948-4845

A Sign of Qualilty!

• Wood, metal, plastic signs • Vehicle & window graphics • Banners, stickers and Magnetic signs

Jerry Muc Phone: 948-2958 Fax:

948-5699

COURIER/HAULING

BIGGAR COURIER

Sewing & Embroidery

• cut trim and removal • post holes • landscaping • cement removal • trenching • holes for piles • driveways • garage pads • basements

948-3381

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Phone: 948-7117 email:

Cell: 306-948-7524

Tree services available…

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230 - 1st Ave. W., Biggar

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CWB CertiÀed Light Fabrication Mobile Welding

• Biggar to Saskatoon • Same day Service • Monday to Friday • 24-hour Answering Service

SERVICES

Open: Mon.-Fri.

INVESTMENTS

Dean McCallum, CFP, CIM, FCSI

109 Main St., Biggar

948-3376

948-3344

For all your investmentneeds, Visit…

Phillips Radio Shop

MANUFACTURING

Residential Commercial Automotive

For FREE estimates or enquiries CALL Wayne or Dorothy at

948-5678

HONEYBEE SEPTIC TANK SERVICE Bob Kobelsky

658-4474, Landis, SK

• Jackets • Windsuits • Shirts • Hunting Gear • Bunnyhugs • Caps • Toques • Bags Check out our new website: classicmakings.ca Judy Judy Kahovec: Kahovec…

882-4313, Cellcell 831-7935 306-882-4313, 831-7935 Carey Krchov: 882-3213 Carey Krchov…882-3213

The Country Clipper • All Breed Dog Grooming • Boarding Kennels (Bordetella Mandatory) • Pet Supplies • Saleboard for dog and cat related items

For appointments and inquiries, call Janet at 948-2091

Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 6 pm.

2 mi N on Hwy #4, 2-½ mi E on Golf Course Rd. Anne G. Livingston

CertiÀed Custom Picture Framer • photographs • paintings • art prints • memorabilia • collages, etc.

Call Anne @ 948-7274 greengables2@sasktel.net

Rebel Landscaping 948-2879, evenings 948-7207, daytime Ed Kolenosky • Driveways • Concrete • Garage Pads • Pruning • Planting

• Topsoil • Lawn Care • Leveling • Sod • Patio Blocks

• Snow Removal • Fences …and much more

HARRIS TRUCK SERVICES LTD.

Custom Grain Hauling 306-948-9278 Landis, Sask.

Rockin D Trucking & Cattle

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

HAULS TO THE DUMP Small moves and deliveries with ½ ton truck

Ph/fax: 948-3856 or cell: 948-7896 Sales Consultant J. G. Smith

For FAX service, see us at The Independent, 102 - 3rd Ave. West, Biggar

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505 Hwy. 7 West, Rosetown, SK

1.877.979.7999 www.rosetownmainline.net

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OPEN: Monday - Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Thursday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

CLOSED: Sundays