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Fall, Birds of a Feather, and farewell to summer . . . The air show that is south of Biggar is in full swing once again as the colours of the fall season back the aerial antics of the feathered-kind as they make their annual pilgrimage. The beautiful
colours of fall will soon make way for the bland, stark whites and darks of winter. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)
Sask Party will keep Saskatchewan moving forward: Wall “Do you want to keep Saskatchewan moving forward or do you want to turn back to the past?” That is the clear choice outlined by Premier Brad Wall as he officially launched the 2011 provincial election campaign, October 10 in Saskatoon. Premier Wall told an enthusiastic crowd of S a s k a t c h e w a n Pa r t y supporters that while Saskatchewan has come a long way in the past four
years, there is more work to be done and his government is seeking a second term to continue that progress. “Today in Saskatchewan, our economy is leading the nation. There are more people living in Saskatchewan than ever before. We have the lowest unemployment rate in Canada. “Our government has taken action to ensure all Saskatchewan people share in the benefits of
that growth. We have lowered taxes, putting thousands of dollars back in the pockets of Saskatchewan people through lower income tax and education property tax. And we have reduced the provincial debt by $3 billion. “Today in Saskatchewan, surgical wait times are getting shorter. There are more doctors and nurses working in Saskatchewan. Our government has invested record amounts in building and repairing hospitals, schools and highways. There is more to be done, but Saskatchewan is on the
right track.” Premier Wall said the alternative is to turn back the clock to what it was like last time Dwain Lingenfelter was in government. “ L a s t t i m e M r. Lingenfelter was in government over a decade ago, Saskatchewan was a ‘have-not’ province. Our economy was stagnant and our population was dropping. Surgical waiting lists were getting longer and farm families were camped out in the Legislature trying to get
the NDP government’s attention. The NDP raised taxes 17 times during Mr. Lingenfelter’s time in government, and he suggested Saskatchewan people should fix their own highways. The NDP lost millions of taxpayers’ dollars on SPUDCO and then covered it up for six years. “That’s Mr. Lingenfelter’s record. Do we really want to go back to that?” Premier Wall said over the next 28 days, Saskatchewan Party candidates and
volunteers will be working hard to present voters with a clear choice between moving forward and going back.0 “This is an important election. I believe Saskatchewan is on the verge of a period of sustained prosperity, opportunity and growth. We can keep moving forward or we can risk it all by going back. “That’s what’s at stake in this election. I believe Saskatchewan voters will choose to keep moving forward.”
NDP kicks off campaign for positive change for Saskatchewan
Harsh Reality . . . Norbert Georget brought his powerful presentation on teenage drinking and driving, distracted driving, substance abuse, and the sad, tragic byproducts that result. Georget was at St. Gabriel School last Tuesday, talking to Grade 6-9 students, parents and staff. The presentation was hard-hitting, shocking at times, and profoundly moving as Georget, a former MD Ambulance EMT/paramedic, shared tales of the resulting carnage of poor choices. He was sponsored by the Biggar Credit Union. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)
At a kickoff event October 7 a t R e g i n a ’s To m m y Douglas House, The NDP launched its campaign for responsible government that delivers positive change for Saskatchewan. Surrounded by a diverse, fresh team of NDP candidates, Dwain Lingenfelter, leader of the Saskatchewan New Democrats, said the party’s campaign will be one of ideas, optimism for the future and positive
change that benefits Saskatchewan families. “In this election, we’ll present a plan that responds directly to the concerns of Saskatchewan people,” said Lingenfelter. “We have fresh ideas and an enthusiastic team ready to knock on doors and share these ideas with all Saskatchewan citizens.” The NDP is proud of the diversity of its team of candidates. The
team includes the largest number of First Nations and Métis candidates in the party’s history. The team also includes a number of young people, women, and visible minorities, who collectively reflect the Saskatchewan of today. Lingenfelter said he is excited by the NDP team’s diverse skill sets, and he said they bring experience from a multitude of professions and community service.
“In this campaign, we’ll talk about using the province’s positive financial resources to ensure people have access to the health care and education they need. We’ll share our ideas about programs that make life more affordable. We’ll commit to reasonable rental rates and affordable, quality housing. We’ll build a clean and green future powered by renewable energy and …see NDP campaign pg 20