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Bronco Busters . . . Biggar Central School Blazer, Blake Pearce looks for an opening versus the visiting Wilkie Broncs, September 30.

The Blazers were in control from the start, leading at the half 31-13,

eventually finishing it off with a 71-20 win. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

NWT posts strong financial results for first 9 months The Board of Directors of North West Terminal announced positive financial results after its first nine months of operations in 2010-11.

For the period beginning November 1, 2010 and ending July 31, 2011, NWT posted net revenues from consolidated operations of $81.4 million and an Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $7,331,914 (unaudited).

This resulted in a net profit of $3,345,651, or $1.02 per share.

NWT’s financial performance is ahead of the same period last year when they posted revenues from operations of $55.3 million, an EBITDA of $5,103,487, and a net profit of $1,568,908, or 34 cents a share. Management reported that earnings were up from the previous year primarily because of increased shipping volumes in both its grain and bio-fuel concern, and improved margins in its bio-fuel operations.

“The Board of Directors is pleased to report positive

results to shareholders,” explained NWT’s Vice President John Leier. “The addition of bio-fuels to the company’s operations has

been a good fit with our core business of grain handling.

We have seen an increase in the overall volume of grain we handle. In addition,

it has created another marketing option for local farmers. Over the past nine months we

have paid out in excess of $8 million to local farmers for feed stock for the biofuels plant.”

NDP welcomes election call NDP Leader Dwain Lingenfelter, Tuesday, welcomed the news that Premier Brad Wall would make his official announcement of the 2011 General Election call next October 10.

“The Premier phoned me this morning to announce his intentions, and I thank him for the advance notice.

Like the fixed election date itself, this information makes it easier for everyone in the province to plan for full, open and vigourous engagement in the democratic process,” Lingenfelter said.

Lingenfelter said he and the NDP team of candidates are anticipating a positive discussion of ideas and issues that matter to Saskatchewan families, and will be making the case for positive change.

“We’re looking forward to continuing the debate,”

said Lingenfelter. “Over the last few weeks, our team has been laying out a solid series of policy proposals to address the concerns we’re hearing from Saskatchewan families, and we’re getting a very positive response on the doorstep from voters who tell us that’s what they want this election to be about.” “ Fa m i l i e s a r e t e l l i n g us that they want to see positive, practical ideas to address issues like affordable housing and rent control; access to health care and care for seniors; early learning and child care support; a greener energy future and ensuring everyone benefits from the province’s resourcedriven prosperity,” said Lingenfelter. “Those are the ideas we’ve been putting forward for positive change that benefits Saskatchewan families and we’ll continue

to do that right up until Election Day.” Lingenfelter said that he and his team

of candidates were fully prepared for the election and ready to hit the ground running.

Premier Brad Wall last Wednesday said he will visit the Lieutenant-Governor late Monday afternoon to ask him to dissolve the Legislature and issue the writ of election, officially starting the campaign for the November 7 provincial election.

“I hope everyone in Saskatchewan enjoys the Thanksgiving weekend, spends some time with their family and friends, and then let’s have an election campaign,” Wall said.

Unlike previous provincial elections, the timing of this election comes as no surprise. Wall set the election date the day after the last election in 2007 - keeping a promise to establish set election dates and ending the governing party’s chance to play games with the election call.

“As we head into the Thanksgiving weekend, we have a lot to be thankful for in Saskatchewan,” Wall said. “We have a strong and growing economy, and Saskatchewan people are enjoying the benefits of that growth.

“Still, there is more work to be done. In the next few weeks, we will be talking about our government’s record over the past four years and our plan to keep moving Saskatchewan forward.”

Post-Secondary Project gives options . . . Erin Boisvert, left, led St. Gabriel School students through an exercise aimed at getting kids to think about post-secondary education. Boisvert, with the Biggar Post-Secondary Access Project, visited Grades 6-9 at St. Gabriel School to explore the variety of post-secondary options and benefits that are available for their future. Four afternoons were spent learning through high-energy interactive games, projects and activities. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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Sask Credit Unions increase corporate giving by 68% Saskatchewan credit unions contributed $11.2 million to communities across the province in 2010 according to the annual Community Involvement Survey conducted by Credit Union Central of Canada.

“The support we receive from our Credit Union is very important to our town,” says Biggar Mayor Ray Sadler, adding that Council offers their appreciation for the financial and volunteer support that the Biggar Credit Union has contributed to the local organizations by way of donations, scholarships, gifts in kind and sponsorships.

The contribution of $11.2 million represents 10.4 per cent of credit union pre-tax profits - more than 10 times the one per cent benchmark for corporate giving recommended by the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy’s Imagine program.

Saskatchewan is known for its generosity and hardworking volunteers.

Volunteer hours donated by credit union employees rose 21 per cent to 91,000 hours. That’s the equivalent of about 50 fulltime employees.

In 2010, Saskatchewan credit unions contributed over $1.5 million in waived or discounted service charges to community organizations. Credit

unions also offered $385,050 in scholarships and bursaries.

“At Biggar and District Credit Union, it is our priority to ensure we have a strong and stable community,” explained Bill Hammel, CEO. “We are proud of our community contributions of time and money, but to see this multiplied across the province is impressive.”

Biggar and District Credit Union is one of 61 Saskatchewan credit unions who together serve 271 communities through 3 0 3 s e r v i c e o u t l e t s.

Saskatchewan credit unions build lives and fulfil dreams by helping members achieve financial well-being and by investing in their communities.

School Spirit . . . Hayden McMahon rides atop his cross-country runner teammates shoulders, all in preparation for a pep rally at Biggar Central Credit unions celebrate International Credit Union Day on October

20 as part of national Coop Week, October 17-23.

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School, September 30. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Union will be serving ‘fair trade refreshments’ at their celebrations at the

Perdue branch from 1011:30 a.m., and in Biggar from 2-4 p.m.

Rosetown holds sod turning for long-term care construction Long-term care residents in Rosetown are one step closer to a more patientand family-centred approach to health care following a sod turning ceremony for a new long-term care facility to be built adjacent to the Rosetown and District Health Centre.

When construction is complete, residents will be transferred from the Wheatbelt Centennial Lodge and long-term care rooms in the health centre’s nursing wing to the new facility.

“Our government is putting patients and families first by building safer, more comfortable buildings that have a more home-like feel for our seniors and others needing long-term care,” Health Minister Don McMorris said, October 3.

“We are replacing a total of 13 outdated long-term care buildings across the province.”

“The sod turning today is a great day for Rosetown and area, our health region and our province,”

Heartland Health Region board Chairperson Richard Anderson said. “The new building will enhance our ability to bring patient, family centred, safe, quality care to our residents in Heartland.”

“I would like to thank the citizens of Rosetown and our partner municipalities for contributing through their taxes for many years in anticipation of today,” Rosetown Mayor Brian Gerow said.

“I would also like to thank Minister McMorris for

touring our facility a few years ago, recognizing the need for change and making it a reality today.”

“This celebration has been made possible by the visionary participation and partnership of all stakeholders: Government of Saskatchewan, Heartland Health Region, urban and rural municipalities, corporate donors and generous community residents,” Rosetown and District Health Centre Foundation Chairperson Marcel Dubois said.

“This is an exciting day for the Rosetown area,” Highways and Infrastructure Minister and Rosetown Elrose MLA Jim Reiter said.

“Our community has waited many years for this day.”

In February, the provincial government reduced the local funding share for health facility projects from 35 per cent to 20 per cent, in recognition of revenue constraints that municipalities face.

The Biggar Youth Activity Club has been operating a volunteer based drop-in centre for youth ages 12 and up, out of

the Biggar New Horizons complex on Wednesday and Friday evenings, and is still in need of volunteer support.

Back 2 School Kick-off event a success Over 170 youth and children attended and many parents came to watch the fun in the 30-plus degree weather, September 24.

The event was organized by the Biggar Youth Activity Club to serve as a fun

and healthy alternative to substance use for the community of Biggar. The event included kangaroo boxing, sumo wrestling suits, face painting, obstacle course, 30-foot high

basketball dome, and a balloon twisting clown.

MP Kelly Block was among the 21 adult and eight youth volunteers that helped make the event a possible, along with SOGO

From left: Dan Chegus, Karen Itterman, Claren Villanueva, Joshua Johnson, Christina Pidwerbesky, Dylan Ekman, Dakota Ekman and Don Swyryda.

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The barbecue held at the kick-off raised $313.90.

The Biggar Youth Activity Club donated half ($167.45) the proceeds to the seniors at the Biggar New Horizons, and the other half will be used for youth programming such as future events and dropin equipment.

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Opinions Letter to the Editor Dear Editor Congratulations to Wade Gillespie upon receiving a national Lifesaving Award.

The quick actions of Wade and two other gentlemen saved a teammate’s life. Right Here in Biggar! It was wonderful to read about this recognition given to Wade on a national level but it leads me to wonder why these three men haven’t been recognized right here in their own community.

As Biggar EMS Coordinator at the time, I dutifully completed the paperwork required by my employer, HRHA, to get this local recognition for Wade and his team”. I also applied for the same recognition to be given to another Biggar citizen who

did essentially the same thing and saved a man’s life a year or so prior to March, 2010.

HRHA was starting a new program to honour such heroes - I do not recall the name of the program but I do remember submitting the two applications. I was quickly informed that Unnamed Biggar citizen - I’ll call her Ellen was not eligible for this award as her actions had happened prior to the “implementations” of the recognition program. I felt very strongly that Ellen deserved this award so I went ahead and submitted the application.

That is the last I saw or heard of this program. I would suspect that these two

Election time By the time this issue hits the post office box the Saskatchewan election campaign will officially be under way. So ... let the games begin.

This fall there has been a bevy of provincial elections -- the Liberal government of Robert Ghiz was returned in Prince Edward Island, Gary Selinger and his New Democrats were re-elected in Manitoba and Ontarians gave Dalton McGuinty’s Liberals a minority government.

Now, Saskatchewan voters will decide.

It was no secret that voters in the province would be going to the polls on November 7 as that date was announced immediately after the last election. So, all the anticipation of when would the writ be dropped, would it come in the four year time span or would it stretch out the extra half year was taken away. All that speculation and gossip and whispering among media types and political types was gone. The date had been set well in advance.

Sure, it’s a good thing. I mean this way everyone knows and gears up for the event. But, there is a little bit of disappointment at not having that moment of a “big” announcement. That moment when radio types rush to the airwaves, television crews have a huge story for the evening news and print reporters dash off lines of copy on their computers. It’s a moot point now. There’s no element of surprise.

I’m sure those who work on campaigns and get involved in the background work welcome the opportunity to better prepare in terms of finding candidates and buildings to use and volunteers and so on. For the first week, all the parties were scrambling around getting set up, looking after the housekeeping details and making plans. This time round the candidates had their offices up and running before the actual writ was dropped. Where’s the fun in that?

Where’s the adrenaline rush?

For the general public who have known about the election for four years now, they are also prepared.

Maybe it’s a good thing.

P.H.

applications remain buried somewhere in that EMS office. If the program was implemented and Wade and team were honoured by HRHA, I missed it. In all probability Ellen will not be honoured but I let that fact speak for itself.

These people each know I nominated them for this award and I think of it every time I see them on the street.

Bobbie Haynes, Biggar

The Canadian dream is well within reach

By Amela Karabegovic and Charles Lammam, Economists, The Fraser Institute Distributed by Troy Media The gap is growing! The gap is growing! The rich are getting richer. And the poor, well, they just remain poor. At least that’s what one would gather from the hysteria reported in the media on the latest Conference Board of Canada report on income inequality.

With headlines screaming “Canada becoming a nation of haves and have-nots” and “the Canadian dream is out of reach for an increasing number,” it’s plain to see why young Canadians might be filled with angst at the prospects that they can no longer shape their economic future.

Perpetrating a myth Nothing, however, is further from the truth. Despite the old cliché about the rich and poor, the Canadian dream of climbing the income ladder is not a fantasy.

By examining the share of national income going to the “richest 20 per cent” and “poorest 20 per cent” of Canadians, the Conference Board continues to perpetuate the myth that most Canadians are born into, live, and die within certain income groups. But in reality, with some hard work, young Canadians can and will live better than their parents.

Most young people start out in the low-income group and work up to the middle or highincome group over time. Given their initial lack of experience, education, and/or training, their incomes start out low but peak when they hit middle age (the prime earning years) and then taper off as they approach retirement.

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Consider the experience of the authors of this piece, experience to which many Canadians can relate. We come from hard working immigrant families.

Not long ago, we both were low-income earners working part-time jobs to support ourselves through school. After completing our education and gaining skills and experience, we moved up the income ladder (although admittedly, we are still far from the highest earners in the population).

The reason why so many Canadians can relate is because our experience is actually the norm. Over the past 15 years, more than a dozen Canadian studies have examined changes in income using data that tracks people’s income over time. These studies have found that, except for a very few cases (about two per cent of the population), most Canadians transition from low income into higher income groups in a relatively short period of time.

For example, a 2001 Statistics Canada study examined data on low income earners over a six-year period (1993 to1998).

It found that 67 per cent of low income earners moved into a higher income group in a year’s time and 80 per cent did so in two.

A more recent 2010 Statistics Canada study found the same results. It tracked low-income earners between 2002 and 2007, and found 60 per cent moved into a higher income group after one year, 79 per cent did so after two, and nearly 90 per cent after six.

These findings are critical because they show that being a low-income earner is generally a temporary experience and stepping stone to better paid

employment. They also suggest the ability to move up the income ladder hasn’t decelerated over the past two decades.

While individual Canadians are financially mobile over their own lifetimes, a growing body of research shows that Canadian families are also financially mobile over generations.

Several studies, most of which are published by Statistics Canada, have uncovered a surprisingly high level of what’s known as “intergenerational mobility” - the finding that a Canadian child’s future economic success is not strongly linked to the financial position of his or her parents.

Canada an intergenerationally mobile society In 2006, Miles Corak, an economics professor at the University of Ottawa, measured intergenerational mobility in nine highly developed countries and found that Canada is one of the most intergenerationally mobile societies in the developed world, a conclusion that is consistent with research by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

We are lucky to live in a dynamic society where the ability to move up the income ranks is a reality for many Canadians. The Conference Board’s failure to incorporate this reality into the discussion of income inequality gives Canadians the impression that the opportunities available for them to advance economically are limited. But as the evidence shows, that’s simply not true.

Amela Karabegovic and Charles Lammam are economists with the Vancouverbased Fraser Institute.

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Did You Know?

It used to be the first sign of Christmas was when the Wishbook arrived in the mail.

Usually about the first or second week of September. Now the coveted catalogue arrives in August and Christmas shopping begins in September.

For all those who have now covered your ears and said “I don’t want to think about it”, consider this: 42 per cent of female shoppers will make Christmas purchases before Halloween.

Remember the days when no Christmas decorations appeared before November 12.

Well, that is no longer the case. The whole concept of Christmas in July is becoming more of a reality every year.

The big box stores start stocking their shelves with holiday season items the first of September. Really, who wants to buy a reindeer lawn ornament when the temperatures are still in their high twenties (or as in this year, the low thirties).

But still there they are, the endless rows of holiday decorations, gift wrapping, toys, and so on.

Here’s the reasoning behind the strategy: The longer the season, the more shoppers are likely to spend. Those that start early are more likely to get caught up in the end rush the final weeks before and go out and buy more. Maybe, maybe not.

It’s not only the brick and mortar stores

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that jump the gun but online stores. These stores are available all year but gear up for the season earlier and earlier each year. You can even get a widget for your computer called a holiday countdown.

So every time you start up your computer there is appears, a little calendar ticking off the days until the morning all the hustle and bustle happens.

Some people are humbugs and declare the Christmas season to be nothing but commercial and tinsel and hollow. That may be but there are 400 million people around the world who celebrate Christmas making it the biggest religious festivity around. Who can argue with that many people?

It is true that a number of so called pagan customs have crept in on the religious meaning. But the holiday is what you make it in your heart and with your family and your traditions. It can be a balance of both.

There is no arguing the fact the season has

changed somewhat.

Greeting cards used to be sent in the mail. I can remember getting lots of Christmas cards the whole month of December. Some wrote a note, others just signed their name.

That doesn’t happen so much anymore but we do still keep in contact at Christmas in other ways. Sending messages on email is now the norm.

Gifts have changed too. Some gifters agree to give to a charity.

Shopping online will help you avoid the crowds. And gift exchanges are popular in some families.

There are some that like to start shopping early but there are always those who leave the chore until the last minute. They prefer the hustle and bustle, the crowds, the desperate shoppers.

The survey says: 20 per cent of consumers don’t even start their Christmas shopping until December 22.

And another 12 per cent had no plans to spend any money.

Humbug to them.

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Compost can improve soil structure and texture and improve the soil’s capacity to hold water.

Eco-conscious green-thumbers love compost because it’s all-natural, while costconscious homeowners like compost because they can improve their lawn and garden without spending a dime. Adding compost improves soil fertility and can stimulate healthy root development, enabling lawns and gardens to better withstand potentially harsh weather, such as summer heat waves or windy fall and winter afternoons.

Compost is effective because it provides food for microorganisms that contribute to overall soil health.

When these microorganisms are fed, they produce phosphorous, potassium and nitrogen. As a result, homeowners save money because they do not need to purchase potentially costly soil amendments to maintain healthy soil.

When making compost, homeowners can use a host of ingredients they likely already have lying around the house. Dead houseplants, for instance, can be effective compost ingredients as long as

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the plants were not thorny or riddled with disease.

Homeowners with pet rabbits, or gerbils, or hamsters can even add these animals’ manure to their compost. When doing so, include the wood or paper bedding from the

animal’s crate. Another potentially valuable compost ingredient is vegetable scraps, such as carrot peelings, or even eggshells. When adding these items, be sure to bury them in the compost pile so they don’t attract animals.

The first repeat Museum Toonie winner . . .

Biggar Museum and Gallery’s Joshua Johnson, left, hands the September Museum Toonie winner, Marilyn Craig, a cheque for $106. If the Craig seems familiar, you’re right - she was the August winner! You still have your chance to win -- just check out the Toonie draw displays at Biggar businesses. (Independent Photo by Daryl Hasein)

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On Giving Thanks

by Bob Mason A while back a lady asked YT if he had ever written an article about Thanksgiving - and right away Yours Truly started to feel a little guilty that he hadn’t.

“It’s sure going to be quite an undertaking!”

I felt, trying to dodge all the criticism of those people who know more about these things than I do”. Being a kind of ‘short legger’ about scrawling suggested themes. YT hesitated a moment before he felt bad all over again.

Actually, in his own hypocritical, mixed up way, YT asked himself, “Why me? Why should I give thanks for anybody else?”, not stopping to realize that many of us probably give thanks to our God every day (and don’t write about it!)

“When we were just young people, growing up on our parent’s farm, our folks always made sure that we didn’t accept the world’s bounty as our due.”

Whereas YT, being an eccentric pen-pushing type is mebbe expected to put thanks into words!

Though he is a little hesitant, (Matthew 6: to read as far as you like!) he still chewed his pen (nice tasting pen, Jim!)

and felt kind of lazy. So here goes!

When we were just young people, growing up on our parent’s farm, our folks always made sure that we didn’t accept the world’s bounty as our due.

As we cleaned and pruned the finest of our produce to take to our church on Thanksgiving Day, they always made us feel the humble importance of giving thanks.

Even in the 1930’s, when it almost seemed that our God had forsaken us, they said Grace at the table every meal! Mebbe this is normal (I hope!) for we all know that there are many different religions in the World, and, again, YT hopes, all of them give thanks for what we have!

When some lowly uncivilized type in some far-off corner of our world sez their God is angry when they have poor crops -- or hold tribal dances when they have good ones, they are as sincere about giving thanks as we are!

I looked up “Thanksgiving Day” in the big books beside my desk, and had to read, quite a few lines before finding out that it wasn’t invented in the USA! Sorry about that! Possibly the person who wrote that piece thought that “The New Testament” as some kind of court procedure!

Surely all rightthinking people have given their thanks! After all we do know that if we put seed in the ground it will grow - but we must thank the Great Power

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that makes it grow!

Over and over we give a million thanks to the thousand food-producers who sow that seed, surely we can give thanks (even for one day) to the power that makes it reproduce!

Sometimes it seems kind of odd that we only have one day of Thanksgiving, when many of us give thanks everyday!

Here in the northern hemisphere, we only have one harvest, that’s true! But we have much more to be thankful for!

All over the world are religious that almost demand their followers pray any times between sun ups, and one often wonders if their prayers are some kind of “Thank You!” There are some people who actually feel that the bounty of our world was made just for them, and all that they have to do is rush out and grab some of it!

Sorry! The plan, the big plan of things, just isn’t quite that way. God and nature have to work together. If the lowly insects of our created world were to suddenly disappear, and not fertilize the thousand of plants our lives depend on, what would happen, eh? And there are a million other things . . .

In the big books mentioned above, it says that all religions try to influence their followers to be good and give thanks, and most of those religions are thousands of years old! (We’ve been giving thanks for some time, eh?)

Often we feel that our social (ahem!) ethics, are getting away from the style of life that most religions envisioned, especially when we hear of people taking advantage of their teachings. (ie) I sure remember

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Pringlemeir (who got killed in the Hochwald Forest, during WWII: They were all around us ...

“Help me, help me, I’ve been hit!” cried a voice in the night.

“I’m coming, I’m coming,” yells the SB (stretcher bearer).

Pringlemeir, whose beliefs are “Love thy fellow man”. Although he has a big Red Cross on his helmet (it is dark, eh). “Bang! . . . and then a kind of respectful silence - no more SB calling, “I’m coming, I’m coming,”. As a matter of fact (as we found out next morning!) no more Pringlemeir!

Times have shifted around quite a bit, and darn it all, many of our religious morals haven’t changed with them!

“Don’t thank God”, a political paper implies, “Thank the ones who run the world’s economy!” stuff like that!

There is no need of trying to explain, how much we all have to be thankful for. And yet, as per the above statement, there are these other people!

Our gods are doing their share, we know, but I’m afraid that the human race is far, far behind in its effort to appreciate it!

Mebbe I’m wrong (often, I hope I am!) but the “Plenty” that our gods intended us to have (and in many cases do have!), through the influence of non-thankful “man” has deteriorated into a “dog in the manger” attitude toward our worlds abundance.

What can we do to try and correct these growing goals of that other one we worship “mamman!”

To many of us (mebbe to society itself) it sometimes seems far too late. But we can still give our thanks to the things that we know are right!

Many of the world’s brains have tried to solve this “two master” thing, and often we feel sorry for them having to decide which one to serve the most! But as little, common, ordinary us, we have no choice.

We still give our thanks for what we know is right!

So here we are. That lady said “try”, and regardless of Matthew 6, we’ve tried!

We all have our own few Thanksgiving thoughts - most of them good, I hope.

Pax and Aye, eh?

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by Alice Ellis

Post-Secondary talks to BCS . . . Biggar Post-Secondary Access Project’s Erin Boisvert tosses some free swag to Biggar Central School students, September 30. Boisvert was at the pep rally at BCS to inform students of the many services the Project offers. The vision of the Biggar Post-Secondary Access Project is to increase the post-secondary participation rate for those living in Biggar. The project is proud of the work accomplished in the past year and are anticipating another successful year. Services provided are free to the community and include: post-secondary goal planning; scholarship searches; course application assistance; funding information; job shadowing; campus tours; resume/portfolio development; employment skills training; and computer career match. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Diamond Lodge News interesting letters, and not all the answers were easy. Saturday afternoon is movie day. We watched the movie, The Odd Couple, and snacked on some popcorn twists.

Some of the ladies got their nails painted on Sunday morning, and some of the gentlemen were playing Crib. The Sunday Service was conducted by Charlie and Carol Reed, and this service of music was enjoyed by all.

I can’t believe it is October already, fall is deďŹ nitely in the air. We have watched the leaves turn to gold, and are starting to fall, getting ready for winter. We hope everyone has a good week, we enjoyed visiting with you all, and looking forward to next week.

by Karen Itterman Greetings from the New Horizons. On September 21 New Horizons bowling began at the alley with Lenora Golanowski winning LHS with 157 and LHT with 419. Jack Eckart was the MHS and MHT with scores of 231 and 606.

Kaiser was played on Monday, Sept. 26 with Joyce Colbert in first place with a score of 238, followed by Marie Roesch 235, Joanne Kral 214 and Ron Arnold 207. Highest scoring game was Joyce Colbert and Evelyn Potter.

The soup and sandwich lunch held on Sept. 30 had 77 in attendance. By all reports everyone enjoyed the soups, sandwiches and of course the wonderful desserts. Thank you to everyone who donated

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On Monday, Oct. 3 Kaiser scores were Ron Arnold in ďŹ rst place with a score of 348, second place to Gord Besse with his score of 283,Wilma Kelly in third place with her score of 280, fourth place with a score of 220 went to Marie Roesch. Gord Besse and Ron Arnold had the highest scoring game of 94.

Carpet bowling began for the year on Tues-

day, Oct. 4 with the ďŹ rst place team being Florence Hammond, Barb Swyryda, Dinah Kegler and Ed Smith. Second place winners were June Hoppe, Aileen Smith, Mildred Henne and Marie Roesch.

New Horizons bowling results: MHS - Glen Shockey, 235; MHT - Glen Shockey, 603; LHS - June Hoppe, 247; LHT - June Hoppe, 597.

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Secretary Tillie Zimmer read the minutes and ďŹ nancial statement.

A motion was passed that the members pay $6 dues and $12.50 rent to the secretary who will pay the bills for the year.

The Christmas party was discussed.

Tillie read the constitution for the ďŹ rst meeting of the season.

The next meeting will be held at the Museum on Oct. 17. A special lunch was appreciated and followed by a social hour.

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lunch some ladies went to the Museum on the bus to check out the quilting displays. We have some very talented people in town, and the quilts were proof. It was a very interesting afternoon.

Another morning of exercises was on the board for Thursday. It feels good to stretch our muscles. Then we get to kick the exercise ball around for a while. We play bingo every Thursday afternoon, and it is a popular activity. We had seven winners that afternoon, so it was a good day.

Friday morning saw the staff re-organizing the furniture in the Activity Room. Fall cleaning was in the air, so the residents were watching us and giving us advice. After lunch we enjoyed Sing Along.

We met in the Activity room for a fun game of Scattergories on Saturday morning. This is an interesting word game, where all the answers to the clues begin with the same letter. We had some

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Hello from the Diamond Lodge. We have had another busy week, with the various activities, and some Fall cleaning.

We started our week on Monday with some exercises. We met in the Activity Lounge and did some stretches, and then kicked the exercise ball around. This is a good activity for us, and we have fun doing it. After lunch we played a game of Jeopardy, with our clues being about summer.

Tuesday morning we met in the Activity Room for current events. Our volunteer came in to read from various papers, and she also brought some interesting pictures of the fall harvest. In the afternoon, St. Gabriel’s Grade 3 came for a visit and did a Thanksgiving craft. They made some plaques that we could put on our door.

Wednesday morning we enjoyed a game of Wheel of Fortune. Some of the puzzles were hard, but we did solve them. We like the word games. After

Fortnightly started the new season at the Museum on October 4.

President Marlene Sinclair welcomed the ladies and read a poem on “Dads�. The roll call was answered by the summer’s activities, lots of family gatherings, new grandchildren, Biggar’s birthday celebrations, weddings, funerals, even a trip to Rome.

The ladies sang Happy Birthday to Edna Quillichini on her 90th birthday.

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Agriculture Climate change won’t just go away

by Calvin Daniels Climate change is one of those issues which held media attention for a time, and while very little has been resolved regarding its impact, is now garnering less attention b e c a u s e public interest is fleeting on almost everything these days.

As a result media tends to act much like a bunch of hummingbirds, flittering from one story to another in order to try to hold public attention.

In the case of climate change the public has not just turned off interest in the situation, but has actually been left questioning the validity of the concern being shown.

The reasons the public have been left questioning the situation are varied.

To begin with climate change was initially heralded as global warming.

In northern climates the thought of warmer w i n t e r s isn’t exactly one which sounds particularly threatening, and some very cold weather soon leave people laughing at the idea of global warming.

The terminology had evolved to that of climate change, but by that time public interest had waned.

There is also the problem that climate change is not something anyone sees

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as an immediate threat.

Generally the experts are talking about the real impact beginning to manifest itself more toward the middle of the century.

Yes there are things happening now, a receding ice cap which could destroy polar bear populations, insect pressure in Canadian forests, and more severe weather, such as one-ina-century storms hitting the Canadian Prairies, but the real threat seems something much more distant.

In my own case, something that may hit in 2050, is a little bit

more difficult to focus on since I will need to hit 90 to be there to see it. Yes there is concern for future generations, but the sharpness of the threat is still dulled.

In terms of climate change there is also something of a feeling of helplessness for the individual.

When you read about governments being reluctant to take the big steps necessary to affect the factors leading to climate change, the impact of an individual seems to be of little use.

Until the world leaders in countries such as the United States, China,

India and other major nations go after major greenhouse gas emitting industries, change will not happen at a rate to change the trend. What we do on an individual basis, while important as a statement of concern through self-action, it will not make up for coal generated electric plants spewing dangerous chemicals into the atmosphere.

Businesses won’t do it without a government push. The costs of reversing emissions is simply too high and will impact bottom lines too much to be carried out voluntarily by most.

Canadian Wheat Board Bulletin (Dated October 3) At a glance Western Canadian harvest progress is now 92 per cent complete, compared to 56 per cent at this time last year.

Average completion is 88 per cent. Last week, Prairie farmers benefited from warm dry weather that was 3 to 8 Celsius above normal in most regions. The cereal harvest in Saskatchewan and Manitoba is now largely complete. Parts of Alberta will require a couple more weeks to finish harvest.

The Canadian Wheat Board is teaming up with Old Spaghetti Factory family restaurants to celebrate World Pasta Day on Oct. 25.

Canadian kids aged 12

or younger are invited to enter a World Pasta Day colouring contest at all 13 Old Spaghetti Factory locations across Canada.

The contest, which is now underway, closes Oct. 25. Two talented kids will each win a $100 Old Spaghetti Factory gift card, as well as a Nintendo 3DS. For more information, visit the CWB’s consumer Web site at prairiewheat.ca.

Farmers are reminded that Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has announced that the Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA) will administer cash advance programs for wheat and barley for the 2012-13 crop year.

This includes the 201213 pre-harvest program for winter wheat, which

began Oct. 1. For more information, visit the CCGA Web site at ccga. ca.

Sign-up for GrainFlo, the CWB’s optional delivery program, opens for wheat on Oct. 11 and for durum on Oct. 18.

Under GrainFlo, farmers can deliver into two defined delivery periods and receive storage payments calculated from Jan. 1, 2012. Period 1 runs from Dec. 15 to March 15, and Period 2 runs from March. 16 to June 29. For Nos. 1, 2 and 3 Canada Western Red Spring (CWRS) the program offers 100 per cent acceptance, and for Nos. 1, 2 and 3 Canada Western Amber Durum (CWAD), the program offers the same acceptance level

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The same can be said for most individuals too.

We often do not make the wisest choices in terms of our environment unless pushed in that direction through tax rebates and forced environmental fees initiated by government.

Climate change is real, and until we all become more proactive, and that includes government, there is a feeling it is also inevitable, and that has the public often left trying to ignore the situation on some fanciful hope it will just go away, which of course it will not.

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Sign-up for wheat and durum ends on Oct. 31, or earlier if tonnage limits are reached. More details can be found at cwb.ca/grainflo.

Farmers and seed breeders can easily analyze data from the CWB’s annual variety survey using an innovative online trend tool. Results can be broken-down by district or province.Customizable graphs and charts are also available. The 2011 survey results, released Sept. 29, are based on responses from more than 5,000 farmers, who were asked to indicate which varieties of wheat, durum and barley they seeded in the spring.

The results assist the CWB’s grain marketing program by providing early information to potential international buyers. The online trend tool is available at cwb. ca/variety.

The CWB has posted an interactive advance payment form online.

The 2011-12 Advance Payments Program (After-harvest) form allows users to fill in information fields and make calculations. Users will also receive prompts when information is incomplete.

This new form provides an electronic option in addition to the hardcopy option and is available at cwb.ca/app.

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A Mountie Minute with Cst. Hathaway, Biggar RCMP As a new member with your local RCMP here in Biggar, I will be running a regular column in the newspaper updating the community with any issues or concerns that have been brought to the attention of the RCMP. Public awareness is an important step towards a positive and safer community here in Biggar.

We all know school has started again for another year. However, within the first month of classes, there have been concerns brought to the attention of the RCMP regarding

speeding and erratic driving in our school zones.

I would like to remind the public that school zones in the town of Biggar have a speed limit of only 20km/h between school hours from Monday to Friday. RCMP will be adding extra patrols during school hours to enforce that the speed limit is being obeyed. As well as speeding, we will

be looking for other driving infractions such as the use of seatbelts, cell phones, and stop signs.

We are asking for drivers to be aware and to watch for children walking or riding to and from school.

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Crop is nearly in the bin Another week of warm harvest weather has allowed Saskatchewan producers to get most of the crop in the bin.

Ninety-eight per cent of the 2011 crop is combined, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s Weekly Crop Report for the period of September 27 to October 3.

The five-year (20062010) provincial average for this time of year is 83 per cent combined.

The southeast and southwest have 97 per cent of the crop combined; the east-central, westcentral and northeastern regions have 98 per cent combined; and the northwest has 96 per cent combined. Ninety-eight per cent of the durum, spring wheat and barley, 97 per cent of the canola and 78 per of the flax have been combined.

Across the province, topsoil moisture on cropland is rated as two per cent surplus, 50 per cent adequate, 40 per cent short and eight per cent very short. Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as one per cent surplus, 49 per cent adequate, 40 per cent short and 10 per cent very short.

In general, crop yields are reported to be average to above-average, with the exception of the areas in the south and southeast that received excess moisture in the spring. Crop quality is generally good. Ergot and frost damage have caused downgrading in some areas.

Farmers are busy finishing up harvest, hauling bales, hauling grain, cleaning corrals and controlling weeds.

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Sports & Recreation Allen clinches Western and National championships story and photos courtesy Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada The silence at Castrol Raceway broke with the thunder of two motorcycles, ridden by the two men who lined up for the prestigious title of Canadian Champion of the Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada-sponsored V-Rod

Destroyer Series.

The Eastern Champion, Rocky’s Harley-Davidsonsponsored Pete Thomson, once again faced off against the Western Champion, Redline Harley-Davidson rider and Asquith resident, Nick Allen, for the final CMDRA drag racing event of 2011.

A feeling of déjà vu fell over the Edmonton’s Castrol Raceway when Saturday’s torrid temperatures gave way to bone-chilling cold and light rains that threatened to, once again, leave the championship undecided.

Both riders ran almost identical times all week-

Local Chronic Wasting Disease check stations for 2011 This hunting season the said, Thursday. “Hunters day, December 12, 2011, Ministry of Environment play a crucial role in the at the Ministry of Enviand the Canadian Co- CWD program and in the ronment compound (coroperative Wildlife Health province’s wildlife man- ner of 11th Ave. NW and Centre will be conducting agement programs.”

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The east central tartargeted Chronic Wasting Hours of operation are Disease (CWD) testing geted testing is occurring Thursday from 4 to 8 in both east central and in WMZs 37, 39, 43, 48, p.m.; Friday, Saturday south western Saskatch- 49, 56, 57, 58, 59 and 60. and Sunday from 12 to 8 Sampling stations will be p.m. and Monday from 8 ewan.

CWD is a fatal neuro- located in: a.m. to 12 p.m. logical disease that can • Hudson Bay: Thursday, In addition to these affect all stations, heads c e r v i d s , “There will be five draws in which the from all areas i n c l u d - winner and three additional people will continue ing deer, will receive a free hunting licence of to be accepted elk and at all Ministry moose. To their choice.” of Environdetermine ment offices, an accurate estimate of November 3 to Monday, as well as two private the prevalence of the December 12, 2011. at check stations in Carrot disease, the ministry re- the Co-op parking lot River (DBN Service, 306quires a minimum of 600 (intersection of Hwy 3 768-2446) and Porcupine samples over a three-year and 9).

Plain (Parkland Co-op, period from each Wild- • Preeceville: Thursday, 306-278-2022). life Management Zone November 17 to Monday, All individuals who subDecember 5, 2011, at the mit a sample through the (WMZ).

“We hope that by mak- Lakeland Motel parking program on or before Janing the process of head lot (intersection of Hwy uary 15, 2012, will be elisubmission more con- 9 and 49). gible for a special hunting In the south west test- opportunity. There will be venient, more hunters will be able to help us ing is occurring in WMZ five draws in which the in assessing the preva- 5 and a sampling station winner and three addilence of the disease in will be located at: tional people will receive each area,” Environment • Swift Current: Thurs- a free hunting licence of Minister Dustin Duncan day, November 3 to Mon- their choice.

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end. It would take one final run up the drag strip, and one of the most exciting finishes in V-Rod motorcycle racing history, to answer the pending question of who would reign.

Our collective breath was held for the 9.521 seconds it would take to see in which lane the white finish lights would flash and decide the hard fought championship.

Allen was first out of the box with a solid reaction time of .098 and gained a slight advantage at the 60-foot mark; it was enough for him to slide

event of the season, Saturday’s qualification turned out to be completely unpredictable with many of the top riders struggling and others rising to the occasion to show their mettle.

First round qualifications saw Allen’s protégé, Chris Perkins, also racing for Redline Harley-Davidson/Volution Tune, slide to the top of the order with Allen close behind. Pete Thomson slid just ahead of Edge Harley-Davidson rider, Rick Adams, while Rocky’s Harley-Davidson rider, Dan Thomson, held

Redline Harley-Davidson rider and Asquith resident, Nick Allen launches his way to the Western and National Harley-Davidson V-Rod Destroyer Series championships. (Photo for The Independent by Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada)

through the traps first and into his fifth consecutive Canadian Championship. Thomson gave it his all, but his slower reaction time would be his undoing; he crossed the line with a very good time of 9.544, only .023 of a second behind Allen.

Both riders crossed the finish line at over 137 mph, the best top speeds of the day.

“That was a really tough time for the sun to come out like that. I had trouble seeing the tree and I didn’t even see Nick’s lights at all. It was a good race though, and we did all we could do,” a disappointed Thomson commented after the race.

Allen shared feelings of joy and relief, and clearly showed the strain of a hard fought battle after the race, saying, “This is the coolest thing ever. You know, we set out five years ago to go for five wins and we did it. We had a really tough year; we lost some races and we had to work really hard, so I’d say this victory is the one that will stand out.”

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a strong fifth, despite coming in under weight.

Edge Harley-Davidson rider, Jamie Moench, sat in a disappointing sixth overall. However, by the third round things began to shake up with Allen atop the leader board, just ahead of Perkins and the Heritage Harley-Davidson rider, Shaun Rude, who made a dramatic rise into third. Moench improved his times enough to move up to fourth, while Pete Thomson slid backwards to fifth.

Wi t h t h e d r a m a t i c change of weather for Sunday’s elimination rounds, coupled with some long delays in the racing action, it was anyone’s guess as to the outcome of the finals.

First up was Nick Allen, who would eliminate Harley-Davidson/Buell of Prince George rider, Kelly McCuaig, for the day’s action. Allen had a good run with an ET of 9.572 and a top speed of 136.77 mph. Next up was youngster, Chris Perkins, who dispatched the first of the Eastern riders when he sent Thunder Road Harley-Davidson rider,

Paul Guerrieri, to the sidelines. Shaun Rude had a close battle with Mike Evanyshan and narrowly edged out the Sylvan Lake, Alberta, rider. Edge Harley-Davidson-sponsored Rick Adams sent the second of the Eastern riders to the sidelines when he beat out MotoSport Plus of Kingston-sponsored Mitch McCallum. Jamie Moench then relegated Eastern import, Dan Thomson, to spectator status. Pete Thomson became the only rider from the Eastern contingent to move into round two when he displaced Pido Productions and Harley’s Hardrock Saloon racer, Jeff Pitre.

In the second round of eliminations, Allen beat out Rick Adams, who fouled out at the light, while Pete Thomson advanced ahead of Chris Perkins. Shaun Rude backed up his first round run with an ET of 9.693 and a top speed of 134.89 mph with a holeshot win to narrowly beat out brilliant young rookie, Jamie Moench.

Round three of eliminations saw Nick Allen with a bye run of 9.600 even and a top speed of 135.99 mph. Shaun Rude continued his torrid pace and sent the final Eastern rider, Pete Thomson, to the sidelines with another good run of 9.620 and a top speed of 135.99 mph, earning himself a well-deserved chance in the final.

As the day drew to a close, Allen and Rude lined up for the final race of the Western V-Rod Destroyer Series. Once again, Allen showed his poise and charged to victory with an ET of 9.56 and a top speed of 136.67 mph to Rude’s run of 9.65 and top speed of 135.66 mph. Despite the loss, Rude was excited and proud of his run into the final.

“I had a great weekend and I left nothing on the table. A great way to end the season.”

The newly retired Allen has now won the Western V-Rod Destroyer Series Championship for five consecutive seasons and looks ready to do so for many years to come.

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Clubroot confirmed in Saskatchewan

by AGCanada Plants in two canola fields in north-central Saskatchewan have been confirmed with a notorious soil-borne disease not seen in the province’s crops until now.

Industry and government personnel advised the Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission (SaskCanola) on Friday that plants carrying the disease had been found in both fields, chairman Brett Halstead said in a release Tuesday.

“The confirmation of clubroot in Saskatchewan, although extremely unfortunate, is predictable given the nature of the disease and its eastward movement,” from Alberta, he said.

The disease’s appearance in plants in Saskatchewan was made even less surprising when soil samples from a random field in the west-central region of the province turned up positive in July 2009. Clubroot symptoms did not appear on any plants in the province at

that time.

Because the disease transfers through soil, properly sanitizing equipment used in infected fields is crucial to prevent clubroot from spreading, said Kristin Hacault, agronomy research manager with seed company Pioneer Hi-Bred in Calgary.

Proper crop rotation is also a must, she said.

Even for canola growers who have clubrootresistant genetics in their seed, it’s recommended that infected fields be

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Scouting for the disease is also important, she said, noting infections tend to appear first in fields’ margins, near the approaches where vehicles enter the field, or on the headlands where equipment first contacts the soil.

Above-ground symptoms to watch for in susceptible crops such as canola include wilting, stunting, yellowing and premature ripening.

Clubroot spores can also survive livestock digestion, so growers will want to avoid use of straw, hay, greenfeed, silage or manure from infested or suspect areas.

Severity of infection can also depend on soil moisture, as the microbes can travel on water running within a field, Hacault said, noting farmers with vulnerable crops under irrigation will want to be particularly vigilant with sanitation, rotation and scouting.

Pioneer, she noted, was the first seed company to

have a clubroot-resistant canola variety, the hybrid 45H29, which resists several races of the microbe.

Clubroot affects the roots of canola and other cruciferous field crops (mustard, camelina, oilseed radish, broccoli, cabbage et al) and field weeds (stinkweed, shepherd’s purse, wild mustard). Warm soils, high soil moisture and low soil pH favour the spores’ germination, infection and development.

Once the microbe infects a host plant’s roots, it alters hormone balance and speeds up cell division and growth, creating deformed clubroot galls, which reduce the roots’ ability to absorb water.

Infected plants’ roots eventually disintegrate, releasing resting spores into the soil to travel on wind, water erosion, animals or their manure, people’s shoes or clothing, vehicles and their tires, or earth tag on farm or industrial field equipment.

Resting spore numbers can decline over time

without a favourable host crop, but a small proportion of resting spores can survive in soil for up to 20 years.

Fungicides are not considered a practical solution against clubroot in canola and no foliar products or seed treatments are yet registered for control of clubroot on canola in Canada. The risk of spread through contaminated seed or plant material is much less than through transporting contaminated soil, but seed with earth tag from infested areas should still be avoided.

Within Canada, clubroot is established mainly in vegetable-producing regions of British Columbia, Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Canada, and turned up in canola in Quebec in 1997.

Even after several decades of large-scale canola production in Western Canada, the disease did not hit Prairie canola until it showed up in spots near Edmonton in 2003.

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“Everyday Saskatchewan builders are putting up new homes as new families are moving in to our neighbourhoods and rising building permits are yet another sign that Saskatchewan is moving forward,” Enterprise Minister Jeremy Harrison said, Thursday.

Building permits were up by 26.1 per cent in August 2011 when compared to August 2010 (seasonally adjusted), the third highest percentage

increase in Canada, and well ahead of the 3.9 per cent rise on a national basis. Residential permits were up by 75.5 per cent over the same period.

“The future is bright for Saskatchewan with new potash mines planned, ongoing energy sector exploration, and new small businesses starting up in communities across Saskatchewan,” Harrison said. “With all the opportunity in our province today we will continue to see many new homes going up in our neighbourhoods.”

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011

by Delta Fay Cruickshank, of The Independent I grew pumpkins this year. The seed packet said that this variety would be about five or six inches in diameter, so my plan was to have a bunch of little pumpkins hollowed out and used as the vessels for my roasted pumpkin soup.

Well, the plant obviously did not do as the packet said it would . . . I got seven 12-inch in diameter pumpkins! They are in our garage now, being afraid that frost would ruin them. I gave away three, and may find a home for a couple more.

I have grown pumpkins before, as successfully.

I’ve used them for jacko’-lanterns, pies, loaves, muffins, soup, decorations at Thanksgiving and as baby food when my son was little. One pumpkin made a lot of

the seeds and gunk in the centre. And it is less watery, therefore wonderful to puree for all kinds of dishes.

To make a jack-o’-lantern I have to struggle with sawing through the thick skin and sticking my hand into the yucky centre, all cold and slippery. Did you know that in Europe, turnips were the vegetables carved at

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 13 part of loBees play a very major the roasted vegetables cal folklore. role in the production of in a pot, add homemade We all know pumpkins. Without bees, chicken broth to cover, that Cinder- the flowers cannot be and puree it all up with ella’s fairy pollinated, and without my emulsion blender. Add g o d m o t h e r pollination, there could more chicken broth if it is t u r n e d a be no pumpkins, and too thick. p u m p - lots of other crops. A bee I season this with cumin, k i n i n t o a must visit a pumpkin nutmeg, salt and pepper. stage coach, blossom up to 15 times Remember, if you are not h a u l e d b y before complete pollina- sure of how much herb white mice tion takes place! It is a or spice to add, go slowly!

Pumpkins have been the focus in turned into good idea to encourage Add a little at a time and our folklore. Walt Disney’s Sleeping b e a u t i f u l bees in your garden! taste!

Beauty transformed a pumpkin into a horses. Have My roasted Pumpkin Heat everything togethcoach for her to get to the ball!(Photo y o u e v e r soup recipe: er until hot, but do not from wikepedia.com) Basically, I start with boil, boiled soup is just wa i t e d f o r seeded and peeled pump- too hot to enjoy! When it t h e ‘ G r e a t the French called them kin or squash, lay it on an comes time to serve the Pumpkin’ to show up, ‘pompon’, the Brits called oiled baking sheet, with soup, if your pumpkins like Linus from the Peathem ‘pompion’ and figarlic and onions, roll all did not grow supersized, nuts stories?

Also, in nally American colonists the vegetables around in you could serve it in a the Harry Potter books, started calling them the oil, and then bake it hollowed out pumpkin, if pumpkin juice is the fa‘pumpkin’. in an 350˚F oven until the vourite beverage for the so, a bowl, with a dollop Did you know that vegetables look brown on students of Hogwart’s of plain yogurt and a few pumpkin seed oil is conthe edges, and they are School of Witchcraft and fresh leaves of coriander sidered a delicacy in Austender.

Then I place all Wizardry. will do just fine! Enjoy! tria, a wee bit drizzled over soups or on potato salad?

I have roasted the seeds left after clearing out the innards for a jacko’-lanterns, salted them and found them delicious and a great source of vitaBiggar Constituency mins, zinc and protein!

In Kenya the leaves of the pumpkin are eaten!

They are called ‘seveve’ and are the main ingredient of ‘mukimo’, a blend I am honoured to ask for your vote on November 7th to represent of the leaves, beans, corn you in the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly. and potatoes.

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I found growing pumpkins easy this year. In early spring, after all danger of frost was over, I made a mound of soil, and set in the seeds, watered, and away they grew . . . so well in fact, they grew twice as big as they were meant to grow! (Independent photo by Delta Fay Cruickshank)

baby food. Unflavoured, it was squash for a vegetable, flavoured with cinnamon, brown sugar and cream added, it became dessert.

If I am going to be using the pumpkin for soups et cetera, I take my trusty ice pick and make lots of holes in it (to let steam escape), and cook it in the oven, at 350˚F until it is cooked. Allowed to cool, it is now so easy to peel and to scrape away

Halloween? After pumpkins arrived from the New World they became the symbol of Halloween and Thanksgiving.

The exact origin of the pumpkin is not known.

But seeds dating between 7,000 and 5,500 BC have been found in Mexico. It is a squash and is grown for human as well as animal feed.

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011

Asquith Council September news Asquith Town Council held its regular council meeting on Tuesday, September 13.

Colin Graham, Fire Chief, attended council meeting to present the Asquith Fire Department 2011-2016 Strategic plan to council. The plan was very comprehensive and mapped out areas in which the department saw a need for improve-

ment. Council adopted the plan as presented.

There was a break at the main water line that leads out from the old water plant. While it has been repaired, the entire line needs to be replaced, and the new water plant will need to be on line before this can be done.

There are a few more steps that will be needed to be carried out before

the new water plant goes on line, but it is estimated it should occur by the first week of October.

Water and sewer service has been installed to Lots 6 and 7, Block 1 on Andrew Street. SaskEnergy has been notified that they can commence servicing the lots now. These are residential lots, 70foot frontage by 156-foot flankage that are for sale

for $50,000 a piece. For more information, please contact the Asquith Town office at 329-4341.

A new water service has also been installed on Cecil Street.

Curb stops and valves around town have been marked with orange spray paint. These have been located so that a company called Prairie Mapping can come out

and GPS them for the town.

The 2011 budget and suggested grant allocations for the 2011-2012 TIP Grants were presented to Council by the Recreation Committee and were accepted as presented.

The town will be applying to the Federal Government for funding under the Joint Emergency

Preparedness Program (J.E.P.P.) to purchase the Jaws of Life. If funding is granted, the federal government will pay 50 per cent of the cost of the purchase.

Enjoy the sounds and smells of harvest and autumn, take in a Fall Supper or two, and have a great October!

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Allen Oberg, chair of the CWB’s board of directors, last Tuesday issued the following statement regarding the report of the federal government’s working group on the transition to an open market, released on September 28.

“The farmers of Western Canada expect and deserve serious analysis and planning from a government that is dismantling the most powerful farmers’ marketing agency in the world.

There is no plan or vision.

Instead, with billions of dollars at stake and the clock ticking, this report simply tells us to hope for the best from the open market.

“The working group has not offered farmers concrete solutions to the inevitable marketing and logistical problems cre-

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ated by the Harper government’s rush to deregulation. While the report acknowledges there will be challenges, it suggests that open-market forces will sort everything out.

“Farmers are now being asked to accept at

face-value that their marketing interests will be served and protected by a handful of American and European multinationals that control the global grain trade.

“This is unconscionable.

The federal government

Asquith News Neil Millard 329-4235 On September 25 at St. Mathews Anglican Church in Sutherland, Mya May Kriskie was baptized. Mya is the daughter of Shari and Josh, granddaughter of Cathy and Neil Allen and the first great-granddaughter of Herb and Ruby Allen.

After the service at the home of Shari and Josh, godfather and uncle, Chef Brock Kriski served a delicious meal to the Friski, Berg and Allen relatives and friends.

On Thursday, Sept. 29, the Seniors were greatly entertained by Bill and Karen Haffermehl.They call themselves “Country 2” and they kept us smiling and tapping to many different kinds of music. Everything from Spiritual, to Western and everything in between. Thank you to the “Country 2”.What topped it all was the great raspberry shortcake!

Our congratulations go out to a former resident of

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for purchasing my 2011 4-H Project Steer.

Seasonal Influenza Immunization Seasonal influenza clinics will start October 11th across the province. Don’t go viral —get immunized against influenza.

Clinics in your area will be held on the following dates.

Biggar New Horizons (Drop in Clinic) October 13th and November 3rd: 9:00 am—3:00 pm October 20th and & November 7th: 11:00 am—7:00 pm Landis Curling Rink Lobby (Drop in Clinic) October 20th: 9:00 am—2:00 pm Perdue New Horizons (Drop in Clinic) October 17th: 9:00 am—1:00 pm Sonningdale Senior Centre (Drop in Clinic) October 19th: 1:00—3:00 pm

is abdicating its responsibility to farmers while trying to blame the CWB itself for its own demise.

This is occurring despite farmers’ vote, in the recent plebiscite, to retain the benefits of the current system.”

Keaton Haynes

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Asquith - Earle Woodside of Saskatoon. Earle was recently awarded the annual Daren Lipinski Award for dedication and commitment to the sport of Softball in Saskatoon.

Tip of the Day: Eating a variety of fibres can help improve your health. Make sure you drink plenty of water and slowly increase the amount of fibre you eat over time.

Come One, Come All to the Senior’s Exercise days on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

You will be glad you came!

The United Church and the Catholic Church held their annual Fall Supper on Wednesday, Oct. 5. Good Food and Fellowship!

The Town of Asquith has been spraying all the sewer lids and sewer tops a bright orange and it really looks bright and cheerful!

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Sask. families saving thousands of dollars through lower taxes A Saskatchewan family of four earning $50,000 a year has saved more than $8,000 over the past four years as a result of the income tax reductions introduced by the provincial government.

If taxes had remained at 2007 levels, that family would have paid $9,208 in provincial income tax over the past four years.

However, income tax reductions introduced by the government starting in 2008 lowered their income taxes to $1,121 over that same period, a saving of $8,087 or 88 per cent.

“That’s a significant reduction,” Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Ken Krawetz said, Thursday. “Putting that money back in the pockets of Saskatchewan families will go a long way toward making life more affordable.”

These calculations include the enhancements made to the basic, spousal and dependent child exemptions, introduction of the Active Families Benefit and the Low Income Tax Credit, and the impact of indexation of tax brackets and personal exemption amounts.

As a result of these improvements, this Saskatchewan family now faces the second lowest overall taxes in the na-

tion, behind only Alberta, and the gap with that province has narrowed over the past four years.

A family of four will pay no provincial income tax on their first $45,550 of earned income, the highest income threshold in Canada.

A family of four earning $75,000 will have saved a total of $7,268, or 36 per cent in income taxes over the past four years as a result of the income tax reductions introduced since 2007.

These income tax reductions have also reduced the number of Saskatchewan income tax payers by more than 110,000 in 2011.

“The Saskatchewan of today is a far more competitive and familyfriendly place than it was,” Krawetz said. “I think we’re seeing that in the level of investment we’re enjoying, the strength of the economy and the growth of our population.

Our young people are

coming home.”

Krawetz said the government has also made important progress on reducing education property taxes and business taxes.

Over the past four years, total education property tax reductions amount to $165.7 million, or 22.2 per cent. This year’s reduction in the small business income tax rate from 4.5 per cent to two per cent saves Saskatchewan business operators $80 million a year.

People buying light used vehicles in Saskatchewan have also seen their tax burden reduced since the government removed the PST on these vehicles.

From 2008 to 2010, this new exemption took the PST off an estimated 242,000 used vehicles, saving Saskatchewan taxpayers $148 million.

While taxes have been coming down, so has the province’s debt. Since 2007, the government has paid down more than $3

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011

Economic indicators soar in Saskatchewan Saskatchewan’s economy is soaring and last Monday Enterprise Saskatchewan released a wide range of economic indicators charting the province’s growth over the past three years versus the previous three years.

“As we map our economic progress, it is important to look at how far we have come and the conclusion is clear: Saskatchewan’s economy is soaring above all expectations,” Enterprise Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “There is no doubt that we have been fortunate while the global economy has faced tremendous uncertainty, but people in Saskatchewan know that it takes good choices and hard work to keep our economy moving forward.”

Enterprise Saskatchewan calculated the province’s long-term economic growth from 2008 through 2010 in comparison to the years 2005 through 2007 in the following categories: • Private sector investment in Saskatchewan increased by 46.8 per cent.

• Building permits issued have increased by

66.7 per cent and urban housing starts are up 14.5 per cent.

• New motor vehicle sales have increased by 13.8 per cent.

• Retail sales have increased 24.9 per cent.

• New incorporations have increased by 30.8 per cent while business bankruptcies have decreased by 53.8 per cent.

• Average employment has increased by 5.1 per cent.

• Real GDP growth has risen by 5.4 per cent.

“Saskatchewan’s soaring economy is absolutely amazing when you compare it to the struggling global economy,” Harrison said. “While private sector investment was an anemic 2.2 per cent nationally, investment in Saskatchewan climbed 46.8 per cent. Housing starts fell by 23.1 per cent nationally, but Saskatchewan housing starts rose by 14.5 per cent.

Canada experienced 3.2 per cent job growth and Saskatchewan outpaced the pack at 5.1 per cent.

Saskatchewan’s 5.4 per cent GDP growth more than doubled the national GDP growth of 2.4 per

cent.

“When you drive through t h e p r o v i n c e ’s m a i n streets and neighbourhoods, you see the impact of these numbers: new houses, new businesses, and people going to work at new jobs.”

Enterprise Saskatchewan, as the province’s investment attraction and development agency, has worked hard on numerous projects that are changing the province’s economic landscape: • BHP Billiton’s Jansen Lake potash project represents an estimated investment of $12 billion.

• Tower III in Regina is a new 20-story office building and the first such project in the city in more than two decades.

• Potash Corp of Saskatchewan is investing $5.6 billion in expansions and is creating about 730 new permanent jobs.

• The Federated Co-op Upgrader in Regina is moving forward on its $1.9 billion expansion which will create 100 new permanent jobs.

• The new Global Transportation Hub west of Regina will create more than 1,800 new jobs.

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The efforts of this year’s harvest lie in open piles near Landis. (Photo for The Independent by Don Sizer)

Landis Locals Helen Buxton 658-2115 Our community has lost a good friend and neighbour with the recent passing of Percy Hadley. Our Lady of Fatima Church in Landis was filled for his funeral services on Tuesday, October 4. Jane Gallagher officiated at the service and the church choir provided beautiful music.

Percy lived his entire life on the farm north of Landis, where he and Eileen raised their four children.

Deepest sympathy to Eileen and sons Lorne and Kevin, and daughters Donna and Rona, and their families.

We also mourn the passing of Lena Elder who passed away suddenly, but peacefully, in her home in Wilkie last week. Lena and her husband George moved to Landis in 1955, and George worked at Brandle’s Garage until 1969.

Lena and George were janitors at Landis School from 1969 until 1984, and kept the place shining.

Their daughters, Cindy and Brenda attended Landis School. Funeral services were held in Wilkie on the morning of Oct. 4. Our sympathy to

Cindy, Brenda and their families.

Yet another member of our area passed away recently. Howard Schoeler, of Handel district, passed away on Sept. 25, at age 90. Howard farmed east of Handel with his wife Shirley, and was active in the community, serving on Credit Union Co-op, United Church boards, and as a municipal councilor. His family held a private interment at Handel cemetery prior to meeting friends and neighbours at Handel hall for a time of fellowship and remembrance.

Howard is survived by his wife Shirley (Germsheid), sons Dennis, Clayton, and Marvin, and daughter,Susan and their families. We will all miss

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by Don Sizer Yes - the good news is the crops are mostly harvested, good dry grain and lots of it. All of the grain bins are full and piles on the ground. But in our village there is a large elevator on the main CNR line that is empty. That is

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For a little good news, harvest is nearing completion and yields have gone from good to great.

This is the first time for years that combining hasn’t dragged on into November.

Wheatland library board met on Wednesday to plan their annual craft/trade show. Mark Sunday, Nov. 20 on your calendar.

The SCC will serve a hot lunch for students and staff at the school on the last Thursday of each month. To give you an idea what you might expect, in September there was hamburger soup and homemade bread for $3.

Don’t forget the Landis Fall Supper on Saturday, Oct. 29.

bad news. I would like to know why?

Anyway a little trivia.

Who built the first known self-propelled combine and when? (A hint, it was bigger than any of today’s combines) Answer next week!

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011

October land sale brings in $13.1 million The October sale of Crown petroleum and natural gas rights has brought in $13.1 million in revenue for the province. Total land sale revenues for the 2011 calendar year now stand at $228 million.

“I consider this sale to be a solid but smaller sale,” Energy and Resources Minister Bill Boyd said, Thursday. “But I believe what we’re seeing in this sale and the one before it is companies focusing on assets in hand and developing the rich inventory of lands they have accumulated over the past two years. We see evidence of that in demand for drilling rigs and service rigs, where the utilization rates here are actually higher than the rates in Alberta and British Columbia.

“These last two sales have seen smaller companies establishing land positions in our oil patch,” Boyd said. “As well, this year is tracking to be either the third or fourth best on record for land sale revenues, with the top two years

occurring in the last four years. Industry continues to send a message of confidence in our rich oil resource and in our strong business

“. . . as well, this year is tracking to be either the third or fourth best on record for land sale revenues . . .” climate.”

October’s sale included 142 lease parcels that attracted $12.6 million in bonus bids and six

petroleum and natural gas exploration licences that sold for $446,000.

The Swift Current area received the most bids with sales of $4.3 million. The WeyburnEstevan area was next at $3.3 million, followed by the Lloydminster area at $2.9 million and the Kindersley-Kerrobert area at $2.6 million.

The highest price for a single parcel was $1 million. Federated Cooperatives Limited acquired this 259-hectare lease parcel southwest of Gull Lake.

Perdue Community Bowl The highest price on a per-hectare basis was $9,468. Ranger Land Services Ltd. bid $153,285 for a 16hectare lease parcel west of Lashburn.

An oil shale special exploratory permit block on offer northeast of Tisdale received a work commitment bid of $2.1 million from Prairie Land and Investment Services Ltd. The next sale of Crown petroleum and natural gas and oil shale dispositions will be held on December 5, 2011.

Club 55: MHS, John Latta, 187; LHS, Carol Lemon, 216; MHT, John Latta, 462; LHT, Carol Lemon, 216; THS; BeeGees, 1,124; THT; BeeGees, 3,125; MHA, Al Levitt, 161; LHA, Carol Lemon, 180.

Ladies: LHS, Joey Levitt, 250; LHT, Wendy Munro, 628; THS, Zeros, 1,119; THT, High Roller, 3,192; LHA, Joey Levitt, 183.

Mens: MHS, Jim Nichols, 232; MHT, Jim Nichols, 539; THS, JAG,

729; THT, WWF, 2,054; MHA, Al Levitt, 196.

Mixed: MHS, Al Levitt, 260; LHS, Joan Edmison, 188; MHT, Al Levitt, 654; LHT, Joey Levitt, 458; THS; Chai and DJ’s, 1,094; THT; Chai and DJ’s 3,245; MHA; Al Levitt and Chai Senglow, 196; LHA; Joey Levitt, 169.

YBC: Junior H.S.; Levi Mantie, 147; Junior H.D. Levi Mantie 278. Bantam H.S.; Adam Munro, 108.

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160 ac.

160 ac. $160,000

Commercial Property (MLS)

Out of Town Property

Totally renovated inside and out. This turnkey 936 sq ft bungalow is rated 76% on the energuide and features an efficient main floor layout, a developed basement, 4 bedrooms &, 2 bathrooms.

Well maintained, fenced yard and single detached garage. Located close to the schools, parks and the pool. Call to view!

Just Reduced – Motivated seller!

Recently Sold McKee HillCor Lalonde

306.948.5052 Main Office 306.948.9168 Tim’s Cell 306.948.7995 Cari’s Cell 306.831.9214 Grant’s Cell 306.948.4478 Dave’s Cell

412 3rd Ave. East

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Updated 1 and 3/4 story family home located close to the rink and the park.

Features 1248/2 sq ft 4 + 1 bedrooms, remodeled kitchen, and remodeled upper bathroom. Fully developed basement, single detached garage and mature yard.

Priced to sell! Call today to view this home.

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011

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OBITUARIES Stener Rasmussen August 10, 1928 to October 1, 2011 Stener, formerly of Perdue, Sask., passed away peacefully at Sunnyside Nursing Home, Saskatoon, Sask. at the age of 83. He was born on a farm in the Normington District, near Perdue, Sask. to Jens Rasmussen and Ellen Egge(Carlson). He had a brother, Eric (Mary) and two sisters, Kay (Harold Rowe) and Emilie (Clarence Ness). Early years were also shared with Earling Hansen and Unna (Clive Scharf).

Stener is survived by his wife, Elsie (Heikkila), of 57 years; son, Gerald (Heather) Rasmussen; daughter, Janet (Brad Hewlett); grandsons, Shaun, Alan and Curtis Hewlett; great-granddaughter Davita; sister-in-law, Mary Rasmussen; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Stener and Elsie farmed for many years and he kept busy in the winter doing electrical work. He was a member of the Canadian Order of Foresters and Masons. Stener was an active volunteer in the community and always willing to help someone out.

A service of remembrance was held on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at Saskatoon Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. with a lunch to follow. A private interment followed at Leney Cemetery. The family appreciates the many years of care received by the staff at the Saskatoon Community Clinic and more recently at Sunnyside Nursing Home. In lieu of Àowers the family would appreciate memorial donations be made to the Saskatoon Community Clinic, 455-2nd Ave N, Saskatoon SK S7K 2C2. Email condolences may be sent to mail@saskatoonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Saskatoon Funeral Home. 306-244-5577.

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CARD OF THANKS

COMING EVENTS

Thanks to everyone for cards, visits and calls while I was in hospital. I really appreciated them all. Loved them all.

Myrtle Althouse 41p1 Many thanks to our United Church congregation and friends for donating garage sale items and for supporting this event.

Thanks to those who donated baking, to those who set up, priced and the cashiers. The garage and bake sales were very successful. We appreciate your visit and support.

Biggar United Church Fall Garage & Bake Sale Committees 41c1 The family of the late Mary Davies of Perdue would like to thank everyone who sent food, cards, Àowers, made calls and came to the house to express words of sympathy. Thank you to everyone who made donations in Mary’s name. Your kindness and thoughtfulness was very much appreciated and will always be remembered.

Tom, Lynn, Gord, Jamie and families 41c1

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21: Knights of Columbus Turkey Shoot and Wing Night at Landis Skating Rink. Doors open at 6 p.m.

41c2 ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SHOW & SALE, October 24 30 (inclusive) at Market Mall, Preston & Louise, Saskatoon, during mall hours.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26: Biggar Arts Council presents… ”Karrnnel”, 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar.

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

39c5 PAY NO APPLICATION fee when you apply in person or online to Lakeland College during Open House Oct. 28 and 29 at the Vermilion and Lloydminster campuses. Also enter to win an iPad 2 and $1,000. Tuition credit!

Get schedule details at www. lakelandcollege.ca/openhouse or phone 1-800-661-6490.

COMING EVENTS SUNDAYS in October: Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans will be worshipping at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, corner of 4th Ave. East and King Street, Biggar at 10:30 a.m. Mark Kleiner preaching. Potluck after service, October 23. Everyone is welcome.

48/10tfn WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12: Tea and Bake Sale at Biggar Diamond Lodge, 2 - 3:30 p.m.

All proceeds to Resident Activity Fund. Thank you for your support.

39c3 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14: Landis Fun Tyme Dance Club Season begins with Three for the Show in attendance. Dancing from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the Landis Community Complex.

Everyone welcome!

41p1 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15: 2 5 p.m., Johnson’s are celebrating 100 years of postal service in Tessier Community Hall. Coffee and cake.

41p1 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16: Perdue United Church Fowl Supper, Perdue Community Complex.

Doors open: 4:30 p.m., Supper @ 5 p.m. Adults, $10; 6-12 yrs, $5; preschoolers FREE 38c4

AUCTIONS RETIREMENT AUCTION on behalf of Doug’s Plumbing & Heating, Glasyn, SK. October 22, 2011, 11:00 am. Equipment, Tools, Inventory & Woodworking Tools. Details & photos: www. globalauctionguide.com Ivan White Auction Service, N Battleford, SK. (306( 445-5242 PL910541

INVITATIONS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15: Consider this your invitation to a Come & Go baby shower for Kabrie Raea and Hailey Metz at Biggar New Horizons, 1:30 4:30 p.m. Cards in drugstores.

40c2 Biggar Museum and Gallery invites you to donate any new or handmade gifts, toys, certi¿cates or food items for the annual “Christmas Magic” fundraiser event. Any donation that sells for $10 or more is issued a tax receipt. Call 9483451 by Monday, October 25.

Thank you for your support.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29: Landis Fall Supper at the Landis Community Complex, 5 - 7 p.m.

Adults, $12; 6-12, $7; 5 and under, FREE. 40c4 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30: Anglican Church Fall supper, 5-7 p.m. at Biggar Community Hall. Turkey and ham. Adults, $12; children 12 and under, $6; Take-outs $12 phone 948-3688 by 5 p.m. on Sat. Oct. 29.

41p3 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5: Royal Purple Bazaar at Biggar New Horizons, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission: $1.00 Lunch available. Door prizes. Tables, $15, phone Doreen 948-3428.

All proceeds for local charities.

41c4 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9: Fall Business Garage Sale, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Biggar Community Hall. Soup, sandwiches and dessert available for lunch for exhibitors and general public, proceeds to Biggar Museum and Gallery.

41c5 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12: Biggar Arts Council presents…

“Woody Holler and his Orchestra” 7:30 p.m. at Biggar Community Hall.

Advance tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers.

Adults/seniors advance, $20, at the door, $25; students advance, $12, at the door, $15; 12 and under, $5.

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WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT

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

Do yours prior to the centennial celebrations!

For more information call 948-3451 or visit museum 1 - 5 p.m., Monday Friday.

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ting t e G e d!! MISCELLANEOUS We’r Hitche

Charissa Marilyn Jenis, daughter of Tim and Marlyn Johnson and Christoper William Arthur, son of William and Geraldine Redlich on November 5, 2011 in Kindersley, Sask.

ANNOUNCEMENTS ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SURVIVORS! If you received the CEP (Common Experience Payment), you may be eligible for further Cash Compensation. To see if you qualify, phone toll free 1-877988-1145 now. Free service!

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30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,250. 40x80x16 $20,990.

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011

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LAND FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

PERSONAL

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Receptionist/Bookkeeper/Tax Preparer…part-time year round; full time tax season. Training available. Mail resume to H&R Block, Box 580, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0 or drop off at 223 Main St., Biggar.

40c3 Be A Part Of Our Going Team!

Panda Tank & Vac Truck Services has employment opportunities available for Class 1 Drivers - Tank Truck Operators, Lease Operators, Subcontractors, Enddump Operators.

Employment Opportunities in Alberta & BC areas. Please Fax your resume to our head of¿ce in Grande Prairie Attention Ernie Hill 780532-8729 or visit our website at www.pandatank.com to submit your application online.

Two serviced lots, side by side in Biggar, 100’x140’, $79,900.

Call 717-4681 (cell) 5tfn

HOUSES FOR SALE Two bedroom house w/garage on 75’ lot. Many renos in 2009 including new furnace and water heater. 602 Main St., $71,900.

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HOUSES FOR RENT Three bdrm house + 2 shops on 12 acres, 15 mins. SE of Biggar.

Includes fridge, dishwasher, oven, washer and dryer. Quiet private and good water. $775/ month. Phone 948-4150.

41p3 1696 sq. ft. 3 bed/2 bath home, upgraded and renovated, no smokers, no pets. $900/month.

Phone 948-2660 if interested.

41p3 Two-bedroom home for rent.

Includes fridge and stove. For viewing call 948-3674 or 9489517 35tfn

More Power Less Fuel for diesel farm equipment. Tractors, combines, sprayers or grain trucks. Find out about safe electronics from DSG. Call today 1-800-667-6879. www. dieselservices.com NEVER SHOCK CHLORINATE AGAIN! New! Continuous Shock Chlorinator.

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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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FOR RENT

LAND WANTED

CARS & TRUCKS

Charter/ Sherwood Apartments 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom Heat and water supplied, wired for cable TV and satellite systems, laundry facilities, appliances, some suites with dishwashers, air conditioning, parking with plug-ins.

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TRAVEL

JOURNEYMAN DIESEL TECHNICIAN Canmore, Alberta. Ford experience a plus but not required. Great working conditions, top hourly rate, full bene¿ts; joe_buchanan@ bowvalleyford.com. Phone 403679-2252. Fax 403-678-2806.

Biggar Community Connections

Casual 12 hour shifts, nights and days are available.

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Starting wage is $13.00/hour. Interested applicants may apply online to bcgh@sasktel.net or fax to 948-3426 or mail to Box 1690, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0. Contact Lynn at 948-3472 for more information.

SEED & FEED

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Trails.

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Architectural Guidelines. Build now or later. Ten minutes to town-center. Lots from $219,000.

Houses from $499,000.

Vendor ¿nancing available.

Call Scott 250.558.4795 www.

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Graphic designer wanted at the World-Spectator in Moosomin, Sask. We offer a health and dental package and even a furnished suite free for three months to help you get settled.

Email resumes and work samples to world_spectator@ sasktel.net.

For more information call:

SERVICES

REAL ESTATE

Dyno Express Inc. is Now Hiring Class 1A Drivers for 3 full time Àuid hauling positions. Wages $5,000 $6,000. 1 - 2 years driving experience preferred.

For any questions regarding this position please call Bob at 1-306-869-7995. Email resume along with Driver’ s Abstract to cjstadnick@sasktel.net

FIRST COOK $18.75/hr (up to $1950/wk), SECOND COOK $15.75/hr. (up to $1635/wk), CAMP ATTENDANT $14.75/ hr. (up to $1530/wk). LRG CATERING has seasonal remote location job openings starting in October. Room & Board & Transportation Included while working in camp. Please fax resume to: (1)780-4620676, or apply online @ www. toughnecks.com

supports individuals with physical and/or mental challenges, in their residence and in their community.

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Guaranteed approval drive away today! We lend money to everyone. Fast approvals, best interest rates. Over 500 vehicles sale priced for immediate delivery OAC. 1-877-796-0514. www.yourapprovedonline.com.

Alfalfa or hay, hard core round bales, 2010 and 2011. John Deere cover wrap, approx 1500 lbs., loading and trucking available. Unity, Sask. Phone or fax 306-228-3727 41p4 Excellent quality alfalfa and/or alfalfa brome mix, 1,000 bales, 1,000 lbs per bale; $25/bale.

Rosetown-Biggar area. Phone 882-3165.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

If YOU are…

• Moving • Expecting a Baby • Planning a Wedding • Anticipating Retirement Call WELCOME WAGON at 948-2563 - Lisa Haynes We have gifts and information www.welcomewagon.ca Need somebody to tend bar at your function, wedding, anniversary, etc. Contact Biggar Arts Council members, Denise, 948-5146 or Marilyn, 948-2792. tfn

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Look Moms! Join our team of motivated women who are earning great income from home! No home parties, selling, inventory or delivering products.

I make great residual income and want to help you. www. forevervitality.com or 306-5307549

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Coram Construction is hiring Carpenters and concrete ¿nishers to work PCL sites in Saskatchewan. $28.50-$30.40/ hr, Good bene¿ts, 3-5 years experience. Join, ¿t and install formwork. E-mail: rlakeman@ coram.ca Fax: 306-525-0990 Mail: 205-845 Broad Street Regina, SK S4R-8G9

West Central Pelleting Ltd. is a livestock feed company operating facilities at Wilkie and Wolseley, Saskatchewan

W.C.P. is looking to hire…

Full time and seasonal Entry Level positions at our Wilkie facility.

• Shift work is involved.

• We offer competitive beneÀts and wages, as well as a friendly team orientated environment.

Forward applications to…

West Central Pelleting Ltd. Box 298 Wilkie, SK S0K 4W0 Attn. plant manager or email… wayne.wcp@sasktel.net Only applicant selected for interviews will be contacted.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011

20- THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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Business & Professional …

FOR RENT

REAL ESTATE

BIGGAR HOUSING AUTHORITY

Saskatoon DUANE NEUFELDT Licensed For: • Residential • Acreage • Farm

ELECTRICAL

306-948-8055

BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES

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

BSA, P.Ag., Broker

Call: 948-2101

Serving BIGGAR and Area

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

Tim Hammond,

Housing for families and seniors Rent based on income

Proud to handle Biggar’s Real Estate Needs

Tim Hammond Realty Licenced for: •Residential

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MANUFACTURING A Sign of

“The Dream Machine”

Residential & Commercial Painting contact…

NCM Home Maintenance - Nick Maguire -

948-3325 948-4558 (cell) or The Design Goddess - Heather Hawkins -

948-3702 948-7958 (cell)

Qualilty!

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

available to do…

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

Fax:

948-5699

SEED CLEANING

Wylie Farms Ltd. SEED CLEANING Canadian Seed Institute Accredited Pedigree, Commercial & Custom Cleaning FULL line of Cleaning Equipment including Gravity Table

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

948-2807 or 948-5609 948-5394

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

Phoenix M4 Mobile Grain cleaning and sizing

WTSL MOBILE GRAIN SERVICE

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

Call Jim @ 948-3333

Box 917, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

948-5052 (office)

Northland Foaming

Custom Combining JD9770

Cell 948-7995

Spray Foam

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 rd

113 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar

PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

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

Biggar, Sask.

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!

948-5052 (office)

948-3389

MADGE

Cell 948-4478

Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

CONTRACTING LTD.

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

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

GLASS INSTALLATION

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

McCARTY CONSTRUCTION 9Residential 9Commercial 9Automotive For all your glass needs …owned and operated

by Matt Poitras

104 - 2 Ave. West Biggar nd

948-4846

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

“Big or Small -We Do Them All” Licenced Journeyman Carpenters Troy McCarty 948-5627 (H) 948-9280 (C) Mitch McCarty 373-8254 (H) Serving Biggar ... Since 1968

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

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MANUFACTURING

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

Kirk Ewen Doctor of Optometry

Jerry Muc Phone: 948-2958

Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

HANDY JIM SERVICES

EYE CARE

Wayne Dollansky 306-948-7247

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

For appointments…

1-855-651-3311

HEALTH/ WELLNESS “Annie Things Possible” Health, Beauty & Spa

Weight Loss Clinic 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

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

with draper or hydraÁex headers

McNULTY’S MOBILE SEED CLEANING

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

Phone: 948-5678

DENTAL DR. GLENN RIEKMAN Dentist 115 - 1st Ave. W. Rosetown, Sask.

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

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

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

To advertise in this directory, please call Urla at The Independent • 948-3344 • This feature will appear Weekly.

ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL DIRECTORY RATES.

Michelle Spuzak, R.M.T. (NHPC member) NEW LOCATION… 219 - 4th Ave. E., BIGGAR

Other Services available…

• ParafÅn Wax • Thai Herbal Massage • ReÆexology • Hot Stone Massage • Engergy Work

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

948-2548 or 948-9710

Ladies Only 30 min. Workout …owned and operated by Diane Larouche Ellard, Can-Fit-Pro Certi¿ed Personal Trainer

in Nova Wood Centre 104 - 6th Ave. E., Biggar

948-7967 NEW BEGINNINGS WELLNESS CENTRE “Putting PERSONAL back into fitness training!”

Wayne Baldwin, W

NO Certified Fitness Trainer, N Health Consultant, OPE NaturalPhysical Therapy Aide Over 20 years resistance training experience!

• Personalized Fitness/Nutrition Programs • One-on-One PersonalTraining • Injury Prevention and Rehab • Active Isolated Stretching • Limited Memberships to Private Fitness Studio Gift Certificates available.

Visit us @ 219 - 4th Ave. East, Biggar Where you can feel right at home!

Phone… 948-2548 Cell… 948-8048

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Business & Professional LEGAL SERVICES

ACCOUNTING

SERVICES

AUTOMOTIVE

Rebel Landscaping

BUSSE LAW PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors

223 Main Street Biggar

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

Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

OPEN: Mon.-Fri. • 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

948-3346 …serving your community since 1972

948-2183

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, Treena Sikora look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

306-948-5352 or 306-244-9865

OPTOMETRISTS

Email: ddolack@sasktel.net Website: www.hrblock.ca

INVESTMENTS

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

948-3376 after hours George: 948-4042 Corner of Main Street & 1st Avenue West, Biggar

948-3996 Open Monday-Saturday

FFinancial Plan nning Estate Plann ning Life Insuran nce

222 220 Main Street 7 306 948 5377 info@twhfinancial.ca www.twhfinancial.ca

SGI Safety Inspection Auto Repair TIRES

KRF Automotive Detail Centre 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

948-1722 1st Ave. West, Biggar

100-128-4th Ave. South, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1M8

948-2700

Phone: 244-7464 for appointment

Your Auto Parts and Accessories Dealer

INSURANCE

Open: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sat. • 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

B IG G AR I NSU RAN C E S E R VICES

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Ivan Young, Biggar Tree services available…

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

948-3381 NORTHLAND PAINTING and SANDBLASTING •Texas Gates •Spray Foam Insulation •Sandblasting & Painting •Internal Coatings •Rock Guard Coatings g

Mobile Units Office: 948-2805 05 Cell: 948-6062 email: northland83@yourlink.ca

Chartered Accountant Notary Public 201B-2nd Ave. West P. O. Box 1480 Biggar, Sask.

Phone: 948-5133

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

PHOTOGRAPHY

948-2222 or 948-2029

To fax…stop in at The Independent

Prairieland Collision Rosetown, Sask.

306-882-2289

YH Truck, Ag & Auto

Photos by Jocelyn Portraits, Family, Weddings & Sports Photography

Biggar, Sask. www.photosbyjocelyn.com

306-948-2814 Small Ads Work…

You’re reading this one!!!

• Heavy truck parts • Agriculture parts • Automotive parts & accessories www.yhtruckagauto.com

521 Main St., Biggar 948-2109

(306) 948-3776 cell: (306) 260-6503 Ph:

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Residential Commercial Automotive

For FREE estimates or enquiries CALL Wayne or Dorothy at

948-5678

ONLINE @

biggarindependent.ca

Sales & Service Call Steven 948-2489

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

Bob Kobelsky

COURIER/HAULING

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

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

Pssst...Did you hear that you can still buy REGAL?

Box 736, Biggar

948-5600

Mr. John G. Smith Handyman/Drayman Available for …

Local Moving/Hauling jobs

Phone: 948-3856

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

~Brian and Cathy Fick~

Cell: 306-948-7524

HARRIS TRUCK SERVICES LTD.

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

Atkinson Trucking Landis, Sask. …For all your Local Grain Hauling Needs Bailen Atkinson 658-4460 or 948-4450

Rockin D Trucking & Cattle

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

• sides of Pork & Beef available

948-3384

HONEYBEE SEPTIC TANK SERVICE 658-4474, Landis, SK

For appointments and inquiries, call Janet at 948-2091

Phone:

948-2442

Fax: 948-2484

Cliff Forsyth

GEORGE STAHL

Beadle’s Computer Solutions

Phone:

THUR-O CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Let Vortex protect your truck and your investment with the Vortex Seamless Sprayed on Liner System

216 Main St., Biggar

109 Main St., Biggar

• Jackets • Windsuits • Shirts • Hunting Gear • Bunnyhugs • Caps • Toques • Bags

Ph: 237-4777

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

BIGGAR LEISURE CENTRE

Phillips Radio Shop

www.sask.shopregal.ca

Wood and Steel Buildings Floor & Trusses

Panasonic, StarChoice, Bell, Xplornet Internet dealer and Your authorized SaskTel Mobility and High Speed Internet Dealer

Battery Chargers Electric Fencers Repaired/Rebuilt/ Built

Email: saskregal@sasktel.net

ELMER DOVE

Chartered Accountant Credit Union Building 302 Main Street P. O. Box 1750 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

• photographs • paintings • art prints • memorabilia • collages, etc.

Call Anne @ 948-7274 greengables2@sasktel.net

Independent Rep

in Biggar Insurance Bldg.

ACCOUNTING

Garry A. Faye

Anne G. Livingston

CertiÀed Custom Picture Framer

Contact Nancy Duns

304 Main St., Biggar

Your authorized

948-3955

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Phone: 948-2204 or 948-3886

BIGGAR ACCOUNTING SERVICES

• Snow Removal • Fences …and much more

Sewing & Embroidery

227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar

Optometrists

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

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301 - 1 Ave. E, Biggar

Heavy Truck Repair

• Driveways • Concrete • Garage Pads • Pruning • Planting

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Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

948-2879, evenings 948-7207, daytime Ed Kolenosky

M & N REPAIR

Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial

DR. KRUEGER, KENDALL & WILSON

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

Monday to Friday 304 Main Street • Biggar

SERVICES

SERVICES

• 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.

WINE, BEER, COOLER KITS and SUPPLIES

available at Grape Moments located in The Independent, 102 - 3rd Ave. West, Biggar

948-3344

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011

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Help Your Car Withstand Harsh Winter Weather (MS) -- Automobiles can be very resilient. Drivers typically don’t treat their cars with kid gloves, but most cars keep chugging along in spite of it.

Of course, drivers who treat their cars well can expect to get as much in return from their vehicles. That’s especially true when winter weather arrives, which is the harshest season vehicles must endure every year.

Harsh weather coupled with less-than-ideal roadways typically take their toll on a vehicle as the season progresses, and it’s up to drivers to help their cars withstand the elements of winter and make it to spring in drivable condition. Short of moving to a locale that’s warm and sunny 12 months a year, there’s little drivers can do to avoid winter weather; however, there are several ways drivers can prepare their vehicles for the months ahead.

• Address your antifreeze. Much like a winter coat protects people from winter weather, antifreeze protects vehicles when the weather outside is frightful. Not every antifreeze is created equal, and inadequate antifreeze can cause water pump failure and even a cracked engine block. Drivers often fail to monitor their antifreeze levels throughout the winter, which can hurt their cars and might even be harmful to the environment. Traditional ethylene glycol, or EG, antifreezes have a sweet smell and taste that at-

tracts animals and, if ingested, can harm local wildlife or even household pets. Propylene glycol antifreeze does not boast a sweet smell or taste, and though safe if ingested, reduces the likelihood that animals will be drawn to it.

• Check the vehicle’s charging system. Car batteries are forced to work harder in cold weather, making it easier for a battery to die when the mercury drops.

To avoid being stranded in the cold, ask your mechanic to check the vehicle’s charging system before the onset of winter to ensure the battery is ready for the cold months ahead.

• Don’t tread lightly.

Tire treads are especially important during the colder months, when icy or snow-packed roads make driving a dangerous undertaking. Tires with adequate traction are better equipped to handle roads that might be covered in ice, dirt or grime from sand and salt trucks. Check tire pressure regularly, especially when the temperatures are colder, and always inflate tires to the manufacturer-recommended PSI. PSI ratings can often be found on the driver’s side door.

• Monitor motor oil. An engine is only as good as the motor oil that keeps it lubricated. Poor lubrication results in friction between engine components, ultimately leading to wear and potentially taking years off engine life. Drivers should regu-

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larly monitor their motor oil levels and adhere to the manufacturer’s guidelines. When choosing a lubricant, look for a synthetic motor oil to maintain engine protection and performance.

Synthetic motor oils provide significant benefits over their conventional counterparts, particularly in colder weather when conventional motor oil thickens as the temperature drops. When the mercury starts to sink, conventional motor oils can slow starting rpm, restrict oil flow to critical engine parts and increase wear on bearings and rings. Conversely, synthetic motor oils still flow or pump at temperatures as much as 50 below zero, allowing cars and trucks to start with greater ease.

Drivers can take several steps to help their car withstand harsh winter weather.

• Maintain visibility.

Visibility is especially poor during the winter months when falling snow and dirt and grime are kicked up from the rear tires of other vehicles, making it difficult to see. To maintain adequate visibility throughout the winter, inspect wiper blades to make sure they are in peak condition. Be sure the blade fully clears the

windshield of snow, rain and any other debris that might find its way into your driving line of vision. Never leave the house without enough windshield washer fluid

in the reservoir, and keep an extra bottle of fluid in the trunk just to be safe. Winter driving conditions are rarely, if ever, ideal.

Flu Vaccine

Glenn

Wright

Once again it is Influenza season. The Influenza vaccine is a provincially funded program that is free to anyone who wants that extra protection against the influenza virus.

Vaccination is particularly recommended for seniors, persons with a chronic health condition and individuals in close contact with high risk groups. The seasonal influenza immunizations will be available in communities across Heartland starting this week. Watch for advertising of clinics in your community or check the health region’s website at www.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

NDP Candidate for

Smokers Helpline 1-877-513-5333 or www.smokefree.ca

Biggar

Questions about Medication? Call 1-800-665-DRUG (3784). Ask questions online www.usask.ca/druginfo Mental Health & Addictions Centralized Intake Line 1-866-269-9139 Monday to Friday 8:00 am—4:30 pm

Heartland Health Region Authorized by the business manager for the candidate.

April 30, 2012

www.hrha.sk.ca

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COMPLETE FARM AUCTION FOR Bill & Fern Sawchuk - Perdue, SK Phone 306-237-4613

COMPLETE FARM AUCTION FOR Dave Miller - Perdue, SK Phone 306-237-9161 or 306-237-7677 (c)

We would like to thank Bill & Fern for contracting us to conduct their auction. Feel free to contact them to preview their auction.

We would like to thank Dave for contracting us to conduct his auction. Feel free to contact him to preview his auction.

NOW BOOKING AUCTIONS! Early planning ensures results.

NOW BOOKING AUCTIONS! Early planning ensures results.

1.800.529.9958

1.800.529.9958

SK Provincial Licence #914618 • AB Provincial Licence #206959

SK Provincial Licence #914618 • AB Provincial Licence #206959

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