Issue 11

Vol. 104 No. 11

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Western Sales concludes successful Community Lottery On Thursday February 28, Western Sales completed a very successful community lottery.

Western Sales donated a Jo h n D e e r e G a t o r, John Deere lawn tractor, and John Deere walk behind mower worth approximately $25,000 dollars. With this donation our communities were able to turn $25,000 into $63,770. This $63,770 is going directly back into 47 community groups within the trade area.

Western Sales recognized the support of the various community groups who made this year’s lottery such a huge success. Because of the favourable results and positive feedback Western Sales received from the community, they intend to continue this annual

Warp Speed Jazz . . . Jesse Peters hit the Majestic Theatre, Friday, for the sixth show in the Biggar Arts Council’s concert season. Impressive, lottery, enabling more groups to participate and generate even more money for local communities.

This year’s lucky winners were: • First prize – the Gator went to Lorne Hofer of Wilkie. Biggar Minor Hockey sold the ticket, (picture page 5).

• Second Prize – the lawn tractor went to Lorelei Smith. Davidson Junior Athletic Association sold the ticket.

• Third Prize – the walk behind mower went to Doug Sibbald. The Conquest Community Improvement Association sold the ticket.

soulful, energetic, the Jesse Peters Trio hit all the marks. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Western Sales is conscious of the support it receives from the communities they serve and make it a priority to support projects, recreation and culture events throughout our trade area as a matter of civic and cultural duty. They recognized their lottery partner The

Kinsmen, and once again thank our communities.

We s t e r n S a l e s h a s six locations – Biggar, Rosetown, Elrose, Outlook, Davidson, and Central B u t t e . Fo r 6 6 y e a r s Western Sales has been changing and improving along with the agriculture segment, but one thing

remains constant – their commitment to customer satisfaction. They strive to have the parts you need, be open the hours you need, and along with the CMI guarantee, ensure that your downtime is kept to a minimum during the critical seasons of planting and harvesting.

NDP Leader Cam Broten shufÁes NDP caucus S ome NDP MLAs will

Highlights of the changes include have a new role John Nilson’s today when the appointment as assembly resumes health critic and sitting with Cam Warren McCall Broten leading the taking on the official opposition. post-secondary “I met individually education file. with each of the Broten has also MLAs on the created a new team, and we are Cam Broten role, the critic all excited about for diversity, equality and making today a new day human rights issues and for the NDP,” said Broten, Monday. “Shuffling shadow asked David Forbes to take cabinet responsibilities on the responsibility.

O n S u n d a y, B r o t e n is about matching each announced that he had NDP MLA with the issues asked Trent Wotherspoon they have a passion for – to be his deputy leader. the areas in which they C a t h y S p r o u le will think Saskatchewan can serve as the NDP’s house do better, especially when leader. it comes to long-term Official Opposition sustainability and smart Caucus responsibilities growth.”

are as follows.

• Cam Broten: Leader; Critic for Executive Council, First Nations a n d M é t i s R e l a t i o n s, Intergovernmental Affairs, and Immigration.

• Trent Wotherspoon: Deputy Leader; Critic for Finance, Economy, Trade, Global Transportation Hub, and Government Relations.

• John Nilson: Deputy House Leader; Critic for Health, Seniors, Justice, Corrections and Policing, and Crown Investments Corporation.

• Buckley Belanger: Deputy Whip; Critic for Highways and Infrastructure, Energy and Resources, and Saskatchewan …see Broten pg 2

Perdue residents recognized with Jubilee Medal . . . A special presentation occurred on February 27 at the Perdue New Horizons Centre. Six residents were recognized for their outstanding efforts and volunteerism in making the community a better place to live. Mayor Dave Miller (back row, second from right) presented Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals to (front row, left to right): Erna Jantzen, Jean Taylor, Joy Weir, Helen Sapsford. Back row: Archie Jantzen, Tom Davies, Terry Fyson.

(Photo for The Independent by Nancy Duns)

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Red Tape Reduction to be reported annually

Jesse Peters Trio impresses . . . The Jesse Peters Trio played the Biggar Arts Council’s penultimate concert of the season, March 8, bringing an incredible show to the Majestic Theatre. Jesse Peters, left, was

joined by band mates Travis Switzer on bass, and Matthew Atkins on drums. (Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

Water Security Agency releases March forecast Potential for high runoff in certain areas Monday, Minister responsible for Water Security Agency Ken Cheveldayoff released the March forecast and outlook on spring runoff.

Based on the amount of snowfall this winter, an above normal runoff is expected for the majority of the province, while some areas have the potential for very high runoff and flooding.

“The rate of melt and how much additional precipitation falls as snow or rain in coming weeks will determine

the risk of flooding this spring,” Cheveldayoff said.

“However, if the precipitation conditions going forward are consistent with their historical averages, most of the province will experience an above average spring runoff.”

A hot summer and fall with below normal rainfall across the entire agricultural portion of Saskatchewan in 2012 produced relatively dry conditions going into the winter season, but

a well above normal snowpack has created the potential for an above normal runoff.

The Water Security Agency will continue to monitor the 2013 spring runoff conditions across Saskatchewan.

If necessary, more snow surveys will be conducted to verify snow accumulation.

The Water Security Agency will be updating this forecast in April with the best information available.

“We provide this forecast so that

Upsy daisy . . . A Landis player finds his feet disconnected from the Jubilee Stadium ice surface, Saturday as the Biggar Ice Hounds hosted their annual tourney. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

communities and residents can look at their local conditions and consider the best strategies to protect their property and infrastructure,” Cheveldayoff said.

“Since 2010, the government of Saskatchewan has invested more than $25 million in 580 permanent flood mitigation works across the province.

Those works will protect communities and homes this spring and into the future.”

The March forecast should be used as a general guide as local conditions may vary.

The full March forecast is available online at wsask.ca.

The Water Security Agency was created to lead implementation of the 25 Year Saskatchewan Water Security Plan.

It will improve water management capacity and service to individuals, businesses and communities across Saskatchewan.

This new agency brings together, for the first time, all of the major responsibilities related to water quality and quantity.

The Ministry of Economy introduced legislation Thursday to fulfil the Government of Saskatchewan’s commitment to reduce red tape and foster regulatory accountability.

The Regulatory Modernization and Accountability Act calls for all ministries and agencies to report annually on the progress of their red tape reduction activities.

“Social, technological, economic and environmental changes require that we examine our regulations continuously,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. “This legislation requires that each regulatory review take a common sense approach, considering the needs of our clients and stakeholders, while continuing to

protect the safety of the public, workers and the environment.”

The legislation instructs ministries and agencies to report on the progress of red tape reduction and regulatory reform initiatives across government to increase regulatory competitiveness. It will help ensure government’s regulations are up-todate and create a more positive business climate that will attract outside business opportunities and investment and support the growth and expansion of existing businesses.

“Red tape reduction creates a smarter, leaner business environment that improves government services making Saskatchewan even more attractive as a province in which to live and work,” Boyd said.

…Broten, cont. from front page Telecommunications.

• Warren McCall: Chair of Public Accounts; Critic for Advanced Education, Central Services, Information Services Corporation, Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation, and Provincial Capital Commission.

• David Forbes: Caucus Chair; Critic for Education, Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, Workers’ Compensation Board, Housing, and Diversity, Equality and Human Rights issues.

• Doyle Vermette: Whip; Critic for Northern Saskatchewan, Parks and Sport, Tourism Saskatchewan, S a s k a t c h e w a n Transportation Company; Deputy Critic for First Nations and Métis Relations.

• Danielle Chartier: Deputy Caucus Chair; Critic for Early Learning and Childcare, Social Services, CommunityBased Organizations, Arts and Culture, Status of Women, Saskatchewan Government Insurance,

Public Service Commission, and the LEAN Initiative.

• Cathy Sproule: House Leader; Critic for Environment, A g r i c u l t u r e , Saskatchewan Power Corporation,SaskEnergy Incorporated, Water Security Agency, S a s k a t c h e w a n Water Corporation, Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation, Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority, and Office of the Provincial Secretary.

“I started the shuffle knowing that I never want to pass up an opportunity for the NDP team to grow or do better,” said Broten.

“I think this shuffle hits the mark, and I’m very confident that the MLAs I’ve asked to take on new jobs will really deliver for the people of the province.”

Broten will handle critic duties for executive council, First Nations and Métis relations, intergovernmental affairs, and immigration.

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More to eating healthy - gluten free an integral part for area residents

Sometimes it’s just better to sit . . . A wee one takes a break from skating, Friday, as BCS students hit the Jubilee

Stadium for, perhaps, the last time this season. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Saskatchewan has the lowest unemployment rate in Canada Saskatchewan had the lowest unemployment rate in Canada in February 2013, at 3.8 per cent (seasonally adjusted), the lowest since November 2008 when it was 3.7 per cent and well below the national rate of 7.0 per cent.

Job numbers continued to climb in February, up 24,600 to 546,200 jobs, the most ever for the month of February (seasonally unadjusted).

Jobs were up by 4.7 per cent in February 2013 over last February, the second-highest among Canadian provinces.

“So far 2013 is looking like another outstanding year for the Saskatchewan economy with job increases leading the way,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said, March 8.

“Growing job numbers is all part of the plan to grow our economy, and we will continue with initiatives that will make sure people of our province are able to fill those opportunities.”

Full-time employment was up by 21,400 and part-time jobs increased by 3,000 on a year-overyear basis.

Other highlights: • In February, Regina’s unemployment rate was 3.7 per cent, down from 4.1 per cent in January and from 4.4 per cent a

year ago. Saskatoon’s unemployment rate was 4.7 per cent, down from 5.3 per cent in January

2013, and down from 6.0 per cent a year ago.

Regina had the lowest unemployment rate

among major Canadian cities, and Saskatoon had the fourth lowest.

• The youth

Strong merchandise export sales in January follow record year Merchandise export sales started the year strong, rising by 11.4 per cent over last January, the highest percentage increase in Canada and well ahead of the 0.4 per cent average across the country.

“Exports are a key element of the Saskatchewan economy,” Minister Responsible for Trade Tim McMillan said Thursday. “We had a record setting 2012, and today’s figures for the first month of 2013

sets the stage for what we are confident will be another impressive year for exporters in the province.”

A number of areas saw increases, including energy products which were up 10.4 per cent, metal and non-metallic mineral products up by 166.8 per cent, and forestry products up 40.5 per cent.

In 2012, exports totalled $31.4 billion, up by 6.4 per cent over the previous year, the second

highest percentage increase among the provinces.

“We have an outstanding reputation of providing a variety of products destined for customers across the globe,” McMillan said.

“The flow of quality goods from Saskatchewan is essential to meeting the demands of the world, but more importantly, it’s creating opportunity and prosperity right here at home.”

by Barbara-Ann deHaan On March 10, 16 people met in the Biggar Hospital board room to learn about a wheat free/gluten free diet.

Naomi van Berkom told those who attended the meeting what gluten free products are available at the Biggar ShopEasy. Biggar Sausage and More gave everyone gluten free sausages to try. Pizzeria Adria handed out gluten free pizza, which was truly enjoyed.

Biggar Pharmasave gave out a box of ‘Holy Crap’ - a gluten free cereal that has been featured on Dragon’s Den. It is great to be able to buy gluten free products right in our own backyard rather than having to travel to Saskatoon to fill grocery needs.

Those who attended also tested cookies, cupcakes, muffins, cake, crackers and dip. Everyone went home with treats and various free samples.

unemployment rate was 9.2 per cent, the lowest among the provinces and below the national rate of 13.6 per cent.

• Regina’s employment was up by 6,500 (5.3 per

cent) and Saskatoon’s employment was up by 9,200 (6.3 per cent).

• Off-reserve Aboriginal employment was up by 800 from February last year (2.0 per cent).

Farm equipment stolen from Perdue dealer The Biggar RCMP are seeking the publics assistance in the following case.

• Between February 18 to 26, Moody’s Equipment in Perdue had a bale shredder stolen. The bale shredder was a 2013 Haybuster 2650, yellowish-orange with red. If you know of someone who has recently acquired a similar piece of equipment, please contact the Biggar RCMP at 306-948-6600 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Letter to the Editor . . .

Lots to do in town if you want Everyone is anxiously waiting for the first day of spring. Let’s hope March 21 lives up to its namesake and actually brings the first day of spring this year. Judging by some of the comments of our readers many of them have resolved themselves to a full month of winter.

Don’t let the weather dampen your spirits as there are lots of activities happening in March to keep your thoughts off the weather. Last week the music festival took over the theatre with the Arts Council having a performance on Friday night and the star performers of the festival winding up Saturday night.

This weekend NCCP is presenting The Wiz at the Majestic and judging by comments from insiders it promises to be a great show. For those who would rather indulge in sports the annual fun Glassic tournament is happening at Jubilee Stadium.

Then will come preparations for Easter both at the churches and in everyone’s home. Students will be gearing up for a break.

As you can see there is lots to do in town. Those people that complain there isn’t anything to do ... well, they just haven’t looked hard enough.

Pick an event and then support it.

Dear Editor: First, sincere thanks for running the article I wrote on the speakers event with Lyndon Linklater from the Office of the Treaty Commissioner and elder Ray Sanderson from the James Smith First Nation on March 11 at New Horizons.

I was very glad to see it in the paper, but then horrified to read the first line, describing how Idle No More had drawn “renewed attention to the state of relations between First Nations and the residents of Canada.”

What, I asked? Had I actually

written that? I went back, checked my notes, and sure enough I had, which says something about the insidiousness of racism. Clearly, the statement needs to read, “First Nations and the other residents of Canada,” and not do what it regretfully did, which is imply that First Nations people are somehow not residents of Canada.

I sincerely apologize to the Independent’s readership, and especially to all my First Nations brothers and sisters.

Pastor Mark Kleiner Biggar

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Incentives to attract more physicians to rural areas may be failing Some programs aimed at retaining doctors in rural areas across the country may not be as successful as we’d hoped

by Maria Matthews, Expert Advisor, EvidenceNetwork.ca Distributed by Troy Media, www.troymedia.com How do we get more doctors to practice in rural communities? This has been a long standing challenge in Canada – getting physicians to work where we need them – especially in provinces with large rural populations. Policy makers have created and implemented some promising solutions, but until recently, there has been little evidence on whether or not the solutions are working.

Unfortunately, new research indicates that some programs aimed at retaining doctors in rural areas across the country may not be as successful as we’d hoped.

Almost all provinces and territories in Canada offer “return-for-service” agreements to attract and retain physicians in rural and underserved communities.

Known by many names (including conditional scholarships, return-in-service bursaries, loan forgiveness programs), these agreements provide medical students and post-graduate residents with financial

support for a commitment to practice in an underserved community, usually for one year for each year they receive support. Physicians have the option to pay back their funding if they can’t complete their service commitments.

Return-for-service programs are seen as a key tool in addressing physician shortages, so much so that both the Conservatives and the Liberals promised a return-for-service program during the last federal election, and the current federal government is rolling out their own program later this year.

In a study published recently in Healthcare Policy, my colleagues and I found that most medical trainees who take return-for service agreements in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador complete their service commitments in full. Moreover, return-forservice physicians stayed in these underserved communities for the long term (up to ten years after their required service). We also found that return-for-service physicians were less likely to leave these communities than their counterparts who did not hold

similar agreements.

Sounds pretty good, right?

Except that we also discovered that most physicians who choose to take return-for-service agreements wanted to work in these underserved communities in the first place.

Rather than finding new physicians who were uninterested in working in rural Canada, in Newfoundland and Labrador, these agreements appear to be encouraging already interested physicians to stay the course.

Our study also uncovered another important finding: of the 20 per cent of physicians who defaulted on some or all of their return-for-service contract obligations, more than half were international medical graduates (IMGs) – physicians who graduated from a medical school outside of Canada.

Why might this be the case? IMGs are obligated to take a return-for-service agreement in order to obtain a residency position in Canada, which is a necessary step for full licensure. In other words, their return-for-service commitments aren’t really as ‘op-

tional,’ as with Canadian graduates. Results from our study suggest that few of these physicians go on to complete their service commitment or pay back their funding.

Using international medical graduates to fill physician shortages in rural communities is nothing new. In fact, many IMGs start their careers in Canada working under special licenses that allow them to work only in underserved areas. However, requiring IMGs to take return-forservice agreements will likely do little to stop the revolving door of short-stay physicians in rural communities. It is a stop gap, not a solution.

In 2013, the federal government will introduce its own “return-for-service program” to encourage physi-

cians and nurses to work in underserved communities. Physicians can qualify for the program’s financial incentive ($8,000 student loan remission each year for up to five years) if they work in “eligible” communities, defined in the federal program generally as a rural community with a population of 50,000 or less that is not near a large urban center.

Unlike provincially-run programs, the federal government’s program does not require physicians to coordinate their “return” community with provincial planners so eligible communities may not necessarily be considered underserved from the local perspective.

Without meaningful coordination, provincial and federal return-for-service programs may end up be-

ing counterproductive and do little to resolve the physician shortages they hope to address.

And without meaningful follow up studies, the new federal program, like similarly structured provincial and territorial programs, may look good on paper, but fail to retain doctors in underserviced areas over the long-term.

Problems with physician shortages in rural regions in Canada have existed for a long time. Isn’t it about time we had a better idea about what actually works?

Maria Mathews is an advisor with EvidenceNetwork.ca and a Professor of Health Policy/Health Care Delivery at Memorial University of Newfoundland.

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May the Irish hills caress you.

May her lakes and rivers bless you.

May the luck of the Irish enfold you.

May the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you. ~Irish Blessing St. Patrick’s Day. It comes with all kinds of traditions and myths and superstitions and all things Irish. The Irish have a reputation for being fun loving and carefree although I’m sure the people do a spot of work every now and then.

As a youngster I remember one of the traditions was to wear green to school on St. Patrick’s Day. If you didn’t the penalty was a pinch. I can remember searching the dresser drawers frantically before the school bus arrived for something green. Sometimes the only item I could find was a pin (which was good enough to save me from the dreaded pinch).

On this anniversary date the teachers would often take the opportunity to bring us up to date on the life and times of St. Patrick.

March 17 is an official feast day observed by several religious denominations as St. Patrick is credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland.

Over the years the day

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has transformed into a secular celebration often involving parades and festivals and wearing of the aforementioned green. Green is the colour of shamrocks which, according to legend, St. Patrick often used. This three-leaved plant is a symbol of good luck.

In Canada we have a few traditions associated with this feast. An interesting fact: the longest running St. Patrick’s Day parade is held in Montreal, a city whose flag has a shamrock in its lower right quadrant. The Irish Association of Manitoba runs a three day festival of Irish music and culture and the CelticFest Vancouver Society sponsors a similar event in that city.

Hockey fans will probably know this little bit of trivia. The Toronto Maple Leafs were known as the Toronto St. Patricks from 1919 to 1927. They wore green jerseys and in 1999 when the Maple Leafs played on St. Patrick’s Day the team wore green St. Pat’s retro uniforms.

For those who like to celebrate with a stronger beverage (and what true Irishman or wannabe doesn’t) it has become a tradition to taste green beer. A number of establishments often have special events and

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entertainment on this day and of course green beer must be served.

Another favourite food is Irish stew. Often you will see groups put on fundraising events serving an Irish stew supper. There may be some confusion as to what makes an Irish stew different from other stew recipes. It is not that Irish whiskey is used in the making (as some may think) but rather an Irish stew is make with lamb and root vegetables.

If you live in Newfoundland and Labrador March 17 is a public holiday, however that is not the case in the rest of Canada despite the many public events and functions being held.

For those that are truly Irish happy celebrating and for those that adopt Ireland as their country for the day happy celebrating to you too. I will end with this quote from Adrienne Cook.

St. Patrick’s Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter’s dreams into summer’s magic.

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A lucky Western Sales winner . . . Lorne Hofer of Wilkie, left, is all smiles as he accepts his John Deere Gator from Western Sales’ Bob Kral. Lorne was one of many lucky winners in this year’s Western Sales lottery which helped raise money for local charity. (Submitted Photo)

International Women’s Day marked in our province Events are being held around the world March 8 in honour of International Women’s Day. The United Nations has designated each March 8 since 1975 to celebrate the economic, political and social achievements of women everywhere.

In Saskatchewan, the theme of International Women’s Day in 2013 is “Women as Mentors: Building Leadership Together”.

“International Women’s Day is an important opportunity for us to celebrate the many accomplishments of women in our province,” Social Services Minister and Minister responsible fo the Status of Women June Draude said. “This year we recognize the efforts of women who are helping to grow our

province by sharing their experience and knowledge as mentors.

For that, we thank these women, and encourage them to continue sharing their expertise with future generations.”

Women have played an increasingly important role in the economic growth of Saskatchewan.

According to a report by Sask Trends Monitor in April of 2012, the 71.7 per cent employment rate in Saskatchewan for women aged 15-64 is well above the national average of 68.9 per cent, and the third highest among the provinces.

The Status of Women Office in the Ministry of Social Services, through an International Women’s Day Grant program, is providing funding support to enable 96 eligible

community-based women’s organizations to host events in 45 Saskatchewan communities throughout the month of March.

A complete list of the events being sponsored is available on the Status of Women Web site at socialservices.gov. sk.ca/2013-IWD.pdf.

“Our government is pleased to support events that help community-based women’s organizations promote and celebrate the achievements of Saskatchewan women,” Draude said. “Women are, and will continue to be, leaders and role models in communities across our province.

Their contributions are helping to make Saskatchewan the best place to live, work and raise our families.”

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Veen again!

by Bob Mason

Excuse me for writing about this again, but there is not much point in Yours Truly stating that he will never forget Veen, and then neglecting to even mention it when March is threatening to come again!

Rather than make these recollections sound a bit dramatic like Mr. Shakespeare in Henry V...

Then shall he strip his sleeve - and show his cars And say ‘These wounds I had on crispins day”.

Old men forget, and all will be forgot, We few, we happy few!

We band of brothers.

For he who sheds his blood with me today

Will be my brother - be he ‘ere so vile.

Yours Truly has looked up a few quotes that men who were there have made about Veen.

The way that YT sees it the last part of the Rhineland campaign shouldn’t have happened at all. Even the great Julius Caesar had only pushed his Empire as far as that Great River and the French and German borderline people had coexisted there for centuries. Most of Hitler’s fanatics had been killed and most of the men we faced were just ordinary guys!

Siegfried the “dragon slayer”, had been driven out of the forest and was

now rushing back across the Rhine.

But the big shots, CEO’s, directors, Generals (or whatever you call them) said “Go - Go!” From page 370 of George Blackburns book “Guns of Victory”: I quote: “ . . . providing 34 accredited newsmen with great stories of triumphant American troops winning the Rhineland.” * (However as it sez on Page 381. The American army suffered 7,300 casualties and the first Canadian Army accounted for double that at 15,634.

“However, when they hit the outer perimeter of the German bridgehead near Wesel, soon after making contact with the

British right wing of the First Canadian Army, they got some inkling of the quality of the enemy troops facing us for three weeks!

The American Eighth Armoured Recce Battalions had over 50 tanks knocked out in five minutes! And their No. 36 Battalion lost 41 of their 54 tanks! According to Lt. Col. M. G. Roseborough, commanding officer of the 49 Infantry, ‘We had no idea what we were getting into!’”

Again I quote from “Guns of Victory”, Sir Brian Horrocks: “The Rhineland was the grimmest battle in which I took part during the war! No one in his right senses would choose to fight a winter campaign in the flooded plains and dense pinewoods of northern Europe, but there was no alternative!”

From Page 392 of the Argyll History, “Black Yesterdays”: “It was appreciated that the only way in which to carry out the tank allotted was to move that infantry force available into Veen, without tank support. The attack went

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in as scheduled under heavy machine-gun fire - but because of the dark knight, we could not use our artillery to help them.”

And an interview with Ptes Ken Brimacombe, No. 10 platoon: “Major Perry yelled “Charge!” and we didn’t go five steps before they opened up on us with machine guns.

“I presume Perry surrendered, because I remember we were all yelling like banshees, ‘Go Argylls Go!” I threw the Bren gun down and we held our hands up - some were wounded terribly.

And the German Medics came out, we wrapped our arms around these guys and even shook hands, we traded cigarettes, the same as we do at a football game.”

Private McPherson (Donald) of No. 11 platoon writes: “At first light it seemed that 1,000 German soldiers emerged (There were probably only 100!), yelling ‘surrender’ and firing over our heads. We were well treated by our captors and they made no attempt to loot us. Lt. Stewart was lying on the ground with awful wounds and I asked him if he had any morphine.

He indicated his pocket, and when I went to give him some he said ‘I’m done for! Give it to some guy who has a chance!”

I learned that he died

shortly after . . .”

The battle for Veen continued for several days after that failed Argyll attack, and the following account, written by a resident of Veen, appeared in the town paper 10 years later (Page 402): “ . . . the people of Veen move into the basements and bunkers. The Great Suffering begins! There are tears in his eyes as our pastor reads Mass in the six hundred year old church. The meadow is strewn with fallen Canadians - Veen looks like a moonscape - never has so much blood run on Veen’s soil! Our beautiful Veen is no more!”

And the Argyll War Diary on page 402: “In twelve days of action since leaving Cleve, our causalities were close to three hundred! Nearly half of our men!”

And finally on Page 401 of “Black Yesterdays, a bit written by Major Len Perry, whose two platoons were captured at Veen: “Some eighteen years later, I went back to Veen, and as I looked at the lovely little brook I had last seen as an anti-tank ditch, filled with barb wire and the peaceful cottage and farm buildings, I couldn’t help thinking what a sad, futile loss of life had taken place.”

And they tell me I can’t forget!

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the antivirus companies so that I have to buy their products.”

If I had a penny for each time I have heard this I would be a millionaire . . . well at least have enough

for a meal deal at Tim Horton’s.

Whether you believe this or not, it does not detract from the fact that you should have protection for your computers.

BCS news Thanks to all the ladies who donated clothing and make-up to help make their day more memorable. Jamal will be sporting a neon stripe in the middle of his hair, but he won’t be the only goofy one, as both Bailey and Edyn will be looking mighty “smurfy” that day.

Finally, the Junior Boys Basketball team and Dalton will take centre stage and perform “Soft Kitty” from The Big Bang Theory for us. Thank you once again to all the Telemiracle volunteers and also to those who helped bring our school’s donation total to $854.05!

by Sabrina Yurchak and Taylor Darroch At Term Awards on Thursday our staff and students are looking forward to seeing the Telemiracle obligations fulfilled.

We will see Mrs. Darroch and Mrs. McMahon dressed up as nerds and Ms. Chupik swapping roles with Mr. Braman when she trades her princess clothes for his football gear. We think that she got the better end of that deal.

Mr. Braman will have some company however, as both Kyle and Marcus are going to make for some pretty hot girls.

As for sports, the Senior boys faced a tough loss in Watrous, losing out in conference play this past weekend. The Senior girls won their first game in conferences; however, they lost out to Langham in the semi-finals.

Although we are sorry to see basketball done for the year, we’re all excited for badminton to start! The juniors will be practicing Tuesdays and Thursdays after school and the seniors will be p r a c t i c i n g M o n d ay s, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 7 p.m. We’re looking forward to an awesome season!

Diamond Lodge News at the lodge and got to enjoy freshly made baking that was being done in the activity room. At 2:30, Karen showed the rest of her pictures from China.

She had over 300 pictures to show over the last few days. This was enjoyed by all and Karen had a lot of stories to share.

Thursday morning we did exercises again and in the afternoon we played bingo. We had a few very lucky winners that day. A few residents won two or three times!

Friday morning was our breakfast club. Some people are thinking since it’s starting to look nice out we should bring out our barbecue for Barbecue Club in a few weeks till we start barbecuing.

Then to end that day we decided to have a tribute

Good morning to all of our fellow readers. It has been noticed the sun is out earlier and staying out longer every day.

Last Monday we started the week with our usual exercises and we played swing bowling in the afternoon. Everyone scored very high in swing bowling.

Tuesday we read the local Independent newspaper. We enjoy looking at the pictures and hearing stories about what has been happening in Biggar. At 2:30 we played three games of Beat the Dice. Every time we had a different winner which was nice to see.

Wednesday was a cleaning and doing errand day.

The residents also got to spend a lot of one-to-one time with the staff here

for old Stompin’ Tom who passed away on Wednesday. We had a small memorial for him. We played his music video and enjoyed singing and dancing to his music.

Saturday we played Horseracing and we were busy watching the Tim Horton’s Brier on TV. Sunday morning we had spa and church. It was a nice relaxing day for everyone.

Take care everyone and hope we will see you all very soon.

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Can you really afford to have all your documents deleted?

4.) Speed – As we are all aware, the more programs we have running on our PC the slower it is. If you have one, two or 20 pieces of malware on your computer how much frustration is this causing you?

There are many vendors offering you antivirus and they all work in roughly the same way. I personally use Kaspersky at home and in my business but there are others. Search for Kaspersky PURE to download their home

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Kaspersky’s facts and figures show that their systems detect more than 200,000 new malicious programs every day, and overall they blocked 1.5 billion Web-based attacks in 2012.

There are four main reasons why you should have antivirus on your computers and to make myself clear here I mean Windows computers, Apple computers, your tablets and your smart p h o n e s. T h e d ay s o f viruses only attacking Microsoft products is well and truly over.

1.) Money – It costs around $70 to have three of your home PCs protected from the Internet. With viruses becoming more difficult to remove it could cost you $200 to have a virus removed from a machine.

Saving at least $130 per year.

2.) More money – If a malicious software (malware) program infects your computer and steals all your banking and credit card details only you know how much this could potentially cost you. I will assume here that it is more than $70.

3.) Memories – How many family photos do you have on your computer? How many of your pictures are worth

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Local martial arts group fares well in provincial tourney On March 2, 2012, Spirit TKD attended the Global TaeKwonDo Martial Arts Provincial Tournament at Bethlehem School in Saskatoon. There were over 200 competitors in attendance, from Estevan all the way up to Prince Albert.

The students did very well, here are the results: Chloe Bruce, Age 7, White Belt Girls: Silver

in Sparring, Bronze in Patterns. Chloe is from Perdue.

Jade Montgomery, Age 8, Yellow Belt Girls: Bronze in Sparring, Silver in Patterns. Jade is from Perdue.

Hilary May, Age 6, White Belt Girls: Bronze in Sparring, Bronze in Patterns. Hilary is from Perdue.

Santana Anderson, Age 8, Yellow Belt Girls: Bronze in Patterns.

Santana is from Perdue.

Rylee Moody, Age 9, Yellow Belt Boys: Gold in Sparring, Silver in Patterns. Rylee is from Perdue.

Xander Komarniski, Age 10, White Belt Boys: Gold in Sparring, Bronze in Patterns. Xander is from Asquith.

Wy Komarniski, Adult, White Belt Women: Bronze in Sparring, Bronze in Patterns. Wy is from Asquith.

Hilary May won a Bronze medal in Sparring and a Bronze medal in Patterns for the Division: White Belt Ages 6 and Under.

Chloe Bruce won a Silver medal in Sparring and a Bronze medal in Patterns for the Division: White Belts Ages 7-8.

Jade Montgomery won a Silver medal in Patterns and a Bronze medal in Sparring in the Division: Yellow Belts Ages 8-9.

(Submitted photos)

Santana Anderson won a Bronze medal in Patterns for the Division: Yellow Belt Girls, Ages 8-9.

Xander Komarniski won a Gold medal in Sparring and a Bronze medal in Patterns in the Division: White Belt Boys ages 1012.

Rylee Moody won a Gold medal in Sparring and a Silver medal in Patterns in the Division: Yellow Belt Boys ages 10 and under.

specific vehicle you want from anywhere across Canada. They have the experience to handle these matters. It’s their business.

Even if you buy a car locally and have problems, there are laws and policies in place to deal with them. If you buy a vehicle at a dealership or worse, from a private seller who is 3,000 kilometres away, how easy will it be to get them to fix a bad transmission they hid from you? Is that dealership going to worry about getting your repeat business the way a local dealership should?

The thought of buying a vehicle south of the border in order to save thousands of dollars is not always worth it or even valid. Is it worth the trouble to spend 60 hours on the road, deal with the paperwork of importing a vehicle and have no warranty in order to save $1,000 or more? It might be, but after adding everything

up, a local purchase may present the smarter buy.

Do the research and decide; it’s your money.

Keep in mind that the police and your lawyer may not be able to help you after the money is gone.

If you decide that you want that vehicle online or the one listed at an established dealership, do your research. You will dramatically lessen the risk. But remember that you are taking a risk and nothing will completely eliminate it.

Here are some Web sites you can check.

There are many more sites available so don’t limit yourself; the more you learn, the better you will be able to make an informed decision.

Major online auction sites present a lot of information that helps protect the consumer.

• Registrar of Imported Vehicles riv.ca • Canada Border Services Agency cbsaasfc.gc.ca/publications/ pub/bsf5048-eng.html

March is Fraud Awareness Month March is Fraud Awareness Month in Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan RCMP Federal Investigations – Economic Crime Section, Saskatchewan Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority and the Saskatoon and Regina Police Services are joining forces to educate the public about the types of frauds investigators are seeing across the province.

Online Vehicle Purchase Scams Why would someone you don’t know, who lives in a different city, in the United States for example, want to sell you a $30,000 vehicle for $20,000?

Plainly and simply, they wouldn’t. It’s that easy.

Therefore, it must be easy to avoid getting “ripped-off” on that dream car you found down in Texas, right?

Unfortunately, it’s not that easy for everyone.

People can make bad decisions when they think they are getting a

good deal.

Think of the last time you got an unexpectedly good deal on something you really, really wanted.

It’s a rush. And that rush of endorphins can encourage you to make bad decisions. Be honest with yourself; have you ever made a bad call when you were too much having fun?

Now that you have thought about that wrong decision that felt so right, there are some things to keep in mind when making an online vehicle purchase. Even if you think you are immune to getting “ripped-off” keep reading; there are some good resources presented in this article for everyone thinking about making an online vehicle purchase.

The Internet is an invention that changed our lives, arguably as much as the invention of the wheel. The wheel changed human behaviour slowly at first, speeding up with its use in the automobile.

The Internet, on the other hand, has changed human behaviour in less than a generation.

Before the Internet, how could you have found that mint 1984 Nissan 300ZX turbo at a dealership in Ohio; or the 1957 Harley that looks just like the one your Grandpa used to ride? The list goes on and on.

The Internet has been a great tool for the motor vehicle enthusiast whether it’s for finding your dream chariot or just talking to someone who has a great interest or knowledge about it.

But it also has opened the door for thieves and fraudsters to take advantage of your raised pulse and excitement about that great find.

There are no “ten commandments” on how to purchase a vehicle online but if a proper strategy could be summarized, it would be in one word; research.

The Internet is perhaps the greatest research

tool you will ever have and it can be used to dramatically lessen the risk you expose yourself to when buying a car “electronically.”

There are so many resources that allow you to make informed decisions. At the end of this article there are two links that present an abundance of information on importing a vehicle to Canada.

You are spending your money and you may lose it. It is difficult enough to extradite suspected murderers from one country to another so once you become victimized by a relatively less serious Internet fraud, chances are very high that nobody is going to be arrested and you won’t be getting your money back.

Before you even decide to buy a vehicle online, ask yourself if you even need to.

There are many local dealerships that are very reputable. They have access to auto auctions and can bring in the

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Muse news

this expense. Director, Anne Livingston, has been searching for further grant money to assist with this project.

Meanwhile, director, Ruth Arnold, has taken on the responsibility of collecting the money form the toonie jars around

by Joanne Kral

Biggar’s Museum traditionally carries out a number of fund raisers during the winter season.

The Christmas cookie sale, bigger and better than ever, took place in late November.

Next came, Christmas Magic, the yearly silent auction, which was well supported again. Come January there was the

annual spa trip to Moose Jaw, as well as trip to Dakota Dunes. February brought a trip to the Gold Eagle Casino in North Battleford. Valentine’s Day found the museum flooded with delicious home made pies. Sweet treats were the order of the day for businesses as volunteers delivered pies around town. All these fund raisers require

cooperation from many volunteers. The museum’s board plans to honour them this year with a brunch in the spring.

The latest capital improvement to the museum building involves updating the lighting in the exhibit and gift shop area. The museum is grateful for a grant from the Biggar Community Foundation to help with

BCS2000 Pr Principal’s report b y M r. T. B r a m a n , Principal Here’s the good news . . . it is approaching the first official day of spring and St. Patrick’s Day! The bad news is the weather will not make up its mind and it still feels like winter out there most of the time. Regardless, our school is gearing up for the spring season and excited for all that will be happening in our building over the next few months.

Our K-9 Term 2 report cards will be handed out on Monday March 18.

Our teachers are busy preparing them in our beloved Powerschool program (as things get thrown at me for saying that!). We love technology when it works how we want it to anyway. Our Parent/Teacher/Student interviews will be held on the evenings of Tuesday, March 26 and Wednesday March 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. These interviews are by request, either by the teacher or by the parents. Please call the school if you would like any interviews scheduled for you.

Our School Community Council continues to be hard at work trying to increase the quality of our school wherever they can. The have begun to fund raise for an outdoor digital sign that will be very beneficial to promote community awareness around the school. Plus, it will look awesome!

Thank you to everyone for contributing to this project. I will give more

details as we progress towards our goal. A general announcement that our SCC AGM will be held on Tuesday, April 30. We have fantastic parents and community members that would be great to have be a part of our School Community Council so if you are interested please plan to attend that evening.

The Grade 5/6 Ski trip went great last week. The group had a fun time but we suffered a few bumps, breaks and bruises along the way. Thank you to our parent chaperones, teachers and bus driver for taking the kids on this trip. A special thank you as well to the young ones who were very tough after a big fall. It is all a part of the ski trip experience, trust me I’ve been there!

In the wide world of sports here at BCS 2000, we are starting badminton! Mr. Johnson tells us often that Badminton is so great that it should be called Funminton! Those

of you who know Mr. Johnson know all too well that joke is all his doing. We participate in a badminton racquet program that helps students order a racquet through the school if they need one. Talk to Mr. Johnson, Mr. Wright or Mr. Braman.

Congratulations to our Best Bunch for Lunch group that got to have pizza with Ms. Chupik last Friday. Kate Buxton, Taylor Singer, Dennei Robinson-Newell, Raith Martin, Eden Trotchie, Darrion Stone, Sydney Leschinski, Alex Hooper, Bessie Stone, Alric Massie, Madison Sopczak and Janessa Bryan were all recognized for their contribution to the Caring Pillar of our Character Counts program!

Time to wrap it up yet again but here is another quote I hope you appreciate. “Dream big and dare to fail.” Norman Vaughan Have a great week!

There is a brand new exhibit at the Biggar Museum . . . When you come in to see it, you will discover toys and dolls that children over the ages have played with! This display was created by the volunteers for your pleasure. In the display, there are kewpie dolls, very popular in the 1930 and 40’s. (Photo

by Delta Fay Cruickshank)

town, February’s winner was Flo Peterson, who received a cheque for $117.

In January Carl Beam’s “Columbus Suite” was displayed in the museum’s Credit Union Gallery. This collection of prints had been put together in 1992 to celebrate 500 years of European settlement in the America. Staff member, Sarah McIlmoyl, conducted workshops with classes from Biggar Central, Great Plains and St. Gabriels Schools.

The workshops included a critique of Carl Beam’s work. The students were given a chance to try their hands at printmaking.

Our latest project i s “A C e l e b r a t i o n o f Student Expression”.

This annual art show features the artwork of Biggar students and is hung in the Credit Union Gallery. Drop in Tuesday through Friday to view this colourful and interesting display.

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‘Sheepishly’ building production for lamb?

by Calvin Daniels

by Calvin Daniels In terms of agriculture on the Canadian Prairies I have always thought livestock should be more significant than it has been.

In that regard I felt the push to produce more hogs, a thrust made a decade ago now, made sense.

There was the land base to produce the feed and handle the manure as a fertilizer, as well as to keep barns relatively isolated to keep the smell issue somewhat under control.

At the time there was a need for rural jobs too.

Unfortunately hog production had evolved beyond manageable sized operations.

I say that not in terms

of handling production in a unit where a thousand plus sows are kept, but rather in managing the cash flow such units require.

The larger a production unit the more borrowed cash involved. When hogs are profitable scale has little impact.

But when losses are being experienced, and there are always downturns in commodity pricing, they mount quickly on larger operations. A dollar loss per animal on a thousand head is likely manageable for any producer.

But when a single business entity is producing a million hogs a year the pool of red ink gets pretty deep pretty quickly.

Obviously in terms of

hog production things went south very quickly on the Canadian Prairies.

High grain prices and a tighter employee situation pushed operating costs way up, and when those pressures would put on barns carrying significant debt load it was a recipe for bankruptcy.

The long-term situation for the hog sector remains a huge question mark, although the basic precepts of grain growing capacity and land base remain relevant.

And then there is the case of sheep.

The sector is one where Canadian production has long been less than consumption, even though Canadians aren’t exactly noted for eating piles of lamb chops.

Of course with the new wave of immigrants, many coming from cultures where lamb rates far higher on the menu, demand will only grow.

So the potential for lamb production would seem poised to spike higher.

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Producers at least appear poised to create a federal marketing organization to facilitate industry growth. The federal government is

likely to approve creation of a national lamb purchasing and marketing co-operative.

Such a co-operative could help the industry better coordinate supply to meet domestic demand.

The real work though will be how to build yearround production capacity as the sheep sector faces the same production pressures as does the hog sector, high grain prices topping the list.

Province proclaims March 10-16 Agricultural Safety Week in Saskatchewan Monday, Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart and Labour Relations and Workplace Safety Minister Don Morgan proclaimed Agricultural Safety Week in Saskatchewan, March 10-16.

“There are risks in farming and ranching and we want to remind our province’s producers to take the steps necessary to keep themselves and their families safe,” Stewart said. “Agriculture safety should be a priority to ensure the continued success of the industry.”

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conjunction with Canadian Agricultural Safety Week, a partnership between the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association and the Canadian Federation of Agriculture, with financial support from Farm Credit Canada and federal and provincial governments.

The theme of this year’s week is “Get with the Plan!”, which focuses on encouraging farmers to develop written health and safety plans for their operations.

Saskatchewan Agriculture provides $70,000 in funding to the Agricultural Health and Safety Network, an affiliation of the Canadian Centre for Health and Safety in Agriculture, which provides agricultural health and safety programming to over half of the farm families in Saskatchewan. More than 200 rural municipalities contribute funding to these projects. Saskatchewan Agriculture also provides $30,000 in funding to the Saskatchewan Association of Agricultural Societies and Exhibitions for

farm safety workshops for youth.

“The health and safety of farmers and farm employees is a priority for the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety,” Morgan said.

“Each year, approximately 14 people are killed and many others are injured on farms in incidents that could have been prevented. Our Farm Safety Program works with many partners to prevent injuries and to promote safe work practices on the farm through public education and resources.”

To read more about farm safety and to access the Farm Safety Guide, please visit lrws. gov.sk.ca/farm-safety.

Agricultural Safety Week is supported by numerous agricultural organizations in the province, including the Canadian Centre for Health and Safety in Agriculture, the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan and the Farmers with Disabilities Program of the Saskatchewan Abilities Council.

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by Kim Inglis, BCom, CIM, PFP, FCSI, AIFP | Investment Advisor and Portfolio Manager Canaccord Wealth Management The remarkable upward trajectory of exchangetraded products continues unabated.

Credit Suisse recently reported that inflows for U.S. exchange-traded products (ETPs) set a new record in 2012, topping $191 billion with assets reaching an astounding $1.36 trillion.

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Equity inflows represented $121 billion of that total, of which $70 billion was invested specifically into U.S. equity ETPs, while U.S. equity mutual funds witnessed further outflows. Last year investors took $150 billion out of U.S. equity mutual funds, which is more than double the inflow into U.S. equity ETPs. These statistics are noteworthy because they point to a trend in portfolio management. Although a portion of the U.S. equity mutual fund outflows can be attributed to asset relocation into bond mutual funds, it is reasonable to surmise that much of the balance may be due to investors switching from mutual funds to exchange-traded products.

Investors are not only favouring these products but many are also looking to active and quasiactive ETPs. According to Credit Suisse, $30 billion of the inflows in 2012 can

be attributed to those strategies. Active and quasi-active ETPs have portfolio managers who make decisions on the underlying portfolio allocation and, although they have a benchmark index, they do not follow a passive investment strategy.

Instead, the managers use strategies to select or weight constituents.

Other investors access the ETP market by opting to have discretionary managed portfolios comprised of various individual ETPs with professionals making relatively passive investments more tactical through active management. There are typically two ways of doing this.

The first is to opt for a Separately Managed Account (SMA) focused on ETPs. These are professionally managed investment portfolios where investors have direct ownership of the individual ETPs and have institutional-caliber managers handling all the investing and ongoing rebalancing. They are

designed for investors who want greater control in setting the strategy for managing their wealth, but lack the time to make the day-to-day decisions.

Another route is to purchase an ETP wrap. The key difference between it and the SMA is that investors do not own the underlying investments directly. ETP wraps are similar to mutual fund wraps, except that the underlying investments are generally much more cost effective. They are often referred to as a “one-stop” solution because the investor can gain exposure to a number of exchange-traded products through a single purchase.

For example, the Pow-

erShares Tactical Bond ETF (TSX: PTB) provides investors with diversified exposure to fixed income securities. The ETF holdings consist of the PowerShares 1-5 Year Laddered Investment Grade Corporate Bond Index ETF (TSX: PSB), PowerShares Ultra DLUX Long Term Government Bond Index ETF (TSX: PGL), PowerShares Fundamental High Yield Corporate Bond Index ETF (TSX: PFH), and the PowerShares Emerging Markets Sovereign Debt Portfolio (NYSE: PCY).

The result is a wrap ETF providing access to over 350 aggregate underlying holdings.

There is a wide variety of ETPs on the market

and, as with all investment decisions, any acquisition has to fit an investor’s personal criteria such as timeline, investment goals, and risk tolerance. Investors must first take care to understand the different products if they are to choose asset allocation models well suited to their individual needs.

Kim Inglis, CIM, PFP, FCSI, AIFP is an Investment Advisor and Portfolio Manager with Canaccord Wealth Management, a division of Canaccord Genuity Corp., Member – Canadian Investor Protection Fund, reynoldsinglis.ca. The views in this column are solely those of the author.

Purple People Skaters . . .

The Biggar Skating Club held their windup carnival, Sunday. These Purple People Eaters hit the theme ‘Monster Mayhem’ appropriately, adding a touch of cuteness to the whole show.

Check out biggarindependent.ca for more photos in our ‘Galleries’ section, this Friday. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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Music Festival . . .

The Biggar and District Music Festival, once again, brought talented musicians and performers to the Majestic Theatre this past week. Performer Katja Meszaros, right, hits all the right notes, accompanied

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planting, pruning & puttering . . . planting

by Delta Fay Cruickshank of The Independent

Seems I am on a superfoods kick lately . . . but, then why not?

Why shouldn’t we be interested in foods that knock the socks off ‘conventional’ foods for delivering proteins, essential fats, vitamins and gluten free? I am especially enthusiastic about these superfoods that can be grown right here, in our back yards!

In past articles I have discussed chia seeds (which will not grow here) and goji berries (which can be grown here). Now, here’s something else that can be grown here, and is considered another superfood . . . hemp!

Now, Cannabis sativa has had a very bad rap . . . due to the scandal of it being a drug of choice for many, and illegal.

But, then, like the much maligned dandelion, if used for its initial purposes, it should be grown with wild abandon everywhere!

In 1937, the US made it illegal to grow hemp.

The difference between the type of Cannabis (marijuana, weed, pot) sold illegally and the hemp used as a superfood, and in several other industries is the amount of THC found in its leaves and buds. It is the THC that gets one “high’, sending one into hilarious gaiety and straight to the refrigerator! The hemp used in other industries has only a tiny bit of THC. Hemp as a superfood is a great source of essential omegas and protein. What is used is the shelled seed, known as hemp hearts. Sprinkled on cereal or on yogurt, it makes a delicious breakfast. There are all kinds of claims by the industry on why you should consume hemp hearts: weight loss, lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, reduced inflammation, as an immune system booster and an energy booster.

The only thing you can do, is try them yourself. I find them delicious, and

Cloth, rope, health food, salad oil, paper, fast growing, high yielding . . . sounds like the ideal crop doesn’t it? Unfortunately, it had been illegal to grow for decades! Now this most functional of plants can be grown, under special licensing and permits! (Photos from google.com/images and greencollective.ca)

available here in town.

Hemp has been used since before Christ as a very strong fibre for ropes, fishing nets, paper and cloth. The seeds were consumed as food and oil was pressed from the seeds. Did you know that the Declaration of Independence was written on hemp paper?

The biggest problem stopping the vast production of hemp agriculturally, is the fact that the THC levels, although small, are still there! If a strain were developed that had no THC in it, then farmers could plant it without legislation and so could backyard gardeners!

It has only been since 1998 the producers in Canada could grow, distribute, export, import and process hemp, with special permits, authority and licenses. More and more producers are now growing in Canada.

The growing season is only 85-100 days. The plant is hardy, high yielding and very fast growing.

If planted at the right time can suppress weeds and disease plus pests are controlled with conventional methods. There appears to be some issues with harvesting the crop, as the fibres are so strong.

But in turn these issues are being dealt with.

Hemp oil, although it cannot be heated, is an excellent salad oil.

The hearts, as I said, are great for breakfast, or just to sprinkle over salads. Hemp ropes have been used for centuries.

It was one of the first plants cultivated for the fibres by man. Not just to tie up the oxen, hemp ropes on the sailing ships held fast and strong for long sea voyages. Paper made from hemp is less environment damaging as papers made from trees. Once again, another plant provided by nature to multi-task for people, made illegal for so long!

The market continues to demand more production of hemp, not only as a food and oil, but for the fashion industry!

Consumers are demanding more eco-friendly fabrics and dyes, and hemp is one answer to these demands. Hemp clothing is both soft and strong. Compared with cotton and silk, hemp is the far superior choice!

Hemp can be woven to look like cotton, linen or silk. Long-wearing, very comfortable and easy to maintain, more and more stores are now carrying fashion lines made from hemp!

Have you had your hemp hearts today?

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Did you know? … We sell and deliver THREE brands of major appliances (Samsung, LG and Frigidaire) and can provide a 5-year refundable warranty on these item!

Did you know? … As a SaskTel Mobility Dealer, we carry all the latest cell phones such as BB Z10, iPhone 5, Samsung Galaxy Note 2 and more!

Did you know? … We sell and install flat panel TVs, LED, Plasma, LCD (Panasonic, Samsung, LG) Did you know? … We carry ‘Breville’ small appliances and

‘Keurig’ coffee machines -- as well as over 70 flavours of Keurig and Kienna coffee, tea and hot chocolate!

Oren and Marlene Robinson and Orville & Bonnie Wood are pleased to announce the engagement of their children,

Wade Robinson and Oralee Wood Wedding to take place in Landis, Sask. on April 20, 2013

And, did you know? …

We have been proudly serving and supporting the community of Biggar and surrounding area for over 40 years.

Thank you for your continued support!

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Building permits up in January

Perdue bowling results

Congratulations Marilyn Moon and Donna Eaton on bringing home the Gold Medal in Provincial High Low Double in Swift Current, March 9 and 10. Left to right, Donna Eaton, Marilyn Moon, Shirley Bird, Saskatchewan Five-Pin Tourney Director.

Club 55: MHS, Tom Davies, 255; LHS, Elizabeth McMahon, 196; MHT, Tom Davies, 606; MHT, Elizabeth McMahon, 456; THS, Bee Gees, 1,197; THT, Bee Gees, 3,176; MHA, Al Levitt, 191; LHA, Kay Munro, 163.

Ladies league: LHS, Donna Eaton, 223; LHT,

Donna Eaton, 577; THS, Dolls with Balls, 1,071; THT, Dolls with Balls, 3,110; LHA, Dorrie Labersweiler, 186.

Mixed league: MHS, Dennis Notschke, 264; LHS, Joyce Broeckel, 228; MHT, Dennis Notschke, 654; LHT, Joey Levitt, 560; THS, DJs, 1,130;

THT, DJs, 3,129; MHA, George Bartley, 189; LHA, Joey Levitt, 173.

Bowlasaurus, Haydn Wegwitz, 47. Bantam Girls, Skylar Elliot, 95.

Bantam Boys, Adam Munro, 147. Junior Girls, Danielle Munro, 261.

Junior Boys, Brayden Wilkinson, 204.

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Saskatchewan’s construction industry is starting off 2013 at a busy pace according to new January building permit figures.

A report by Statistics Canada released March 7 shows a 66.7 per cent rise in permits in January 2013 over December 2012, the second-highest percentage increase among Canadian provinces. Nationally, building permits were up only 1.7 per cent.

“Construction is off to a strong start in 2013 and that goes hand-in-hand with our robust economy,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. “This is very good news as it creates jobs and prosperity all around the province.”

Residential construction was up by 50.2 per cent between December 2012

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and January 2013. Nonresidential construction was up by 115.7 per cent.

Saskatoon had an 85.6 per cent increase on a month-over-month basis, the third highest among major Canadian cities.

Annually, building permits in Saskatchewan rose

by 6.6 per cent, well ahead of the 4.3 per cent decline on a national basis.

“The level of construction activity is important,” Boyd said. “It is a clear indication that Saskatchewan’s record growth and prosperity is continuing into 2013.”

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OBITUARIES Irene Rosemary Sarvas Irene Rosemary Sarvas (nee Hengen) passed away peacefully at the age of 75 at Biggar Hospital, Biggar, Sask. on March 10, 2013.

She is survived by her children, Bruce (Kathy) Sarvas and their children, Kirby Sarvas (Brent Heitt) and Kiley (Sever) Ellis; Richard Sarvas (Shannon) and his daughter Ashley; Dawn Marie Sarvas (Allen Gorr) and their children, Brittany and Derek Gorr; and Cory Sarvas.

A memorial tea will be held on SATURDAY, MARCH 16 at 1:30 p.m. at Landis Community Complex, Landis, Sask. Donations in Irene’s memory may be directed to the Landis Community Complex, Box 188, Landis, SK, S0K 2K0.

Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family for 50 years”. gfsc1 Linda Olivia Arnold The death of Mrs. Linda Olivia Arnold of Biggar, Sask. occurred at the Biggar Diamond Lodge, Biggar, Sask. on March 10, 2013 at the age of 103 years.

Linda is survived by her daughter, Ilene (Dale) Yohnke of Bladworth, Sask., and son, Earl (Eleanor) Arnold of Saskatoon, Sask.; seven grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; and ten great greatgrandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Roy in 1995; two brothers, Oscar and Andy; and one sister, Agnes.

Services for Linda will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations in Linda’s memory may be directed to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 279 - 3rd Ave. North, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2H8 or Biggar & District Health Services Foundation Inc. (Friends of the Lodge), Box 670, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0 Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family for 50 years”. gfsc1

“One year since the sad day The one I loved was called away, God took her home, it was His will But in my heart she liveth still.”

It has been a year on March 13 that you left us, but your smiling face will always be with us.

Lovingly remembered by… husband, Bob; and children… Joan (Rick), Cathy (Randy), Murray (Brenda) and all their families McMAHON, Linda-Taupin, April 19, 1953 - March 16, 1997; GREEN, Shawn, July 7, 1964 March 11, 2010 In loving memory…

“You are never more than a thought away Quietly remembered everyday No need for words except to say Still loved and missed in every way.” … Liane Thurmeier and Luke Green and Bob and Carol Lemon 11p1

COMING EVENTS SUNDAYS in March: Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans will be worshipping at St. Paul’s Anglican Church at 10:30 a.m. For pastoral services or information, please contact Pastor Mark Kleiner at 306-9517122 or leave a message at the of¿ce, 306-948-3731.

48/10tfn SUNDAYS… You are invited to the weekly services of Biggar Associated Gospel Church, corner Quebec St. and 8th Ave. West; Sunday School at 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service at 10:50 a.m.; an Ladies Bible Study at 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday mornings.

Everyone is welcome to join us.

Contact our church of¿ce 306948-3424, Tuesday through Thursday.

36tfn WEDNESDAYS during LENT: 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Pastor Mark Kleiner will be leading a short morning and evening prayer service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church as a Lenten Devotional. Everyone is welcome.

7c5 FRIDAYS during LENT: Interdenominational services at 12:05 p.m. followed by lunch at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, corner of King St. and 4th Ave. East, Biggar. Sponsored by the Biggar and District Ministerial Association.

Everyone welcome.

6c6 MARCH 5 - MARCH 23: “A Celebration of Student Expression” - Students’ Art Show, now showing in the Credit Union Gallery at the Biggar Museum, 1 - 5 p.m., Monday to Friday.

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COMING EVENTS THURSDAY, MARCH 14: 1 p.m., Biggar Museum & Gallery annual meeting.

Everyone welcome.

9c3 FRIDAY, MARCH 15: 8 p.m.; SATURDAY, MARCH 16: 8 p.m.; SUNDAY, MARCH 17: 2:30 p.m.: NCCP annual musical production of “The Wiz” adapted from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum, arranged through Samuel French @ The Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Tickets for reserved seating available at The Biggar Independent, 102 3rd Ave. West, Biggar or phone with visa/mastercard to 306-9483344. Tickets: $20 per person.

Tickets will also be available at the door.

3c9 MONDAY, MARCH 18: The annual meeting of the Biggar & District Community Foundation, 5:30 p.m. at the Biggar Town Of¿ce. The report of the auditor will be presented and remarks from the Board of Directors. All interested persons are invited to attend.

9c3 SATURDAY, MARCH 23: Biggar & District Community Health Care Inc. annual meeting, 7 p.m. in Biggar New Horizons Hall.

Everyone welcome.

10c3 SATURDAY, MARCH 23: Biggar New Horizons Garage Sale, 117 - 3rd Ave. West, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

11c2 MONDAY, MARCH 25: Biggar Majestic Theatre annual meeting, 7 p.m. in the Bielby Hall (back of theatre). Everyone welcome.

10c3 TUESDAY, MARCH 26: Biggar & District Chamber of Commerce annual meeting, 7:30 p.m., Biggar New Horizons Lounge (upstairs). Everyone welcome.

10c3 FRIDAY, APRIL 6: Biggar & District Arts Council presents…

“Rosie and The Riveters”, 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Adults/Seniors $25 (advance $20); Students, 13 and older $15 (advance $12); children, 12 and under $5.

Advance and Season Tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 306-9482452.

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INVITATIONS Calling all emerging artists! Enter your works in Biggar Arts Council Local Adjudication. Entry forms available at Biggar Museum.

Call 306-948-3451. Deadline for entries April 25th, 2013.

Adjudicator, Miriam Korner 10c6

AUCTION One HOME QTR & 18 Parcels of Farmland Davidson, Saskatchewan.

Sorgaard Ranches Ltd - 2290+/- title acres.

3 bedroom bungalow, 30 X 50 ft. garage, selling at the Saskatoon Auction MARCH 19/13. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers: 1-800-4914494; rbauction.com.

Coin & Paper Currency Auction Sale Held at # 5 901- 1st Ave N, Saskatoon, SK. MARCH 23, 2013 @ 1:00 P.M. Registration at 11:00 A.M. 1-877-494-2437, PL#318200SK bodnarusauctioneering.com

NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Estate of Gerald Leidl, late of Biggar, in the Province of Saskatchewan, Retired, deceased.

All claims against the above estate, duly veriÀed by Statutory Declaration, and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before March 28, 2013.

Concentra Trust Executors 333 - 3rd Ave. North Saskatoon, SK S7K 2M2

TENDER GRASS CUTTING & TILLING TENDERS…Prairie Spirit School Division #206 invites tenders for grass cutting and tilling at all PSSD facilities. Please review the tender package available on our website at spiritsd.ca/ tenders; at our School Services Building at 523 Langley Avenue, Warman, Sask.; or by fax or email upon request at 306-6832875. For further information, please contact Randy Willms, Caretaking Supervisor at 306683-2916 or 306-227-7368.

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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS for

“Mother of the Year” now being accepted ‘Mother of the Year Tea’ will be held Tuesday, May 7th …submit your favourite Mom/nomination letter, around 150 words or less,

stating why you think your choice should be Mother of the Year.

Drop off nominations to the Biggar Community Connections Nova Wood Centre, 104 - 6th Ave. East, Box 1690, Biggar or The Biggar Independent 102 - 3rd Ave. West, Box 40, Biggar.

Deadline Apr. 12, 2013 …support Biggar Community Connections with their annual recognition & fundraiser.

NOTICE

*NOTE…mothers from various communities and service clubs will all come together to be honoured on the day of the tea.

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

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

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We advise that it is in your interest to investigate offers personally. Publications by this paper should not be taken as an endorsement of the product or service offered.

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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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RECREATION 1985 Yamaha Virago, 1,000 cc, new rubber, carbs and forks redone. Phone 948-7521.

36tfn 1985 Honda Goldwing, new rubber, shocks redone this spring, new battery, $3500 obo; phone 948-3344 34tfn

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Two serviced lots, side by side in Biggar, 100’x140’, $79,900. Call 717-4681 (cell) 5tfn

268 acre of Sec. 26-35-13W3. 212 cultivated acres. MLS $144900. Dwein Trask Realty Inc. Call Dwein @ 306-2211035

FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! We sold our farm to Freshwater Land Holding Co. Ltd. this spring and we were satisfied with the deal we were offered.

They were very professional to deal with an upfront with the details of the land deal. We would recommend them to anyone wanting to sell their land.

Ken & Penny Stevns

SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 62 1/4’s South Central - 17 1/4’s East Central - 74 1/4’s South - 70 1/4’s South East - 22 1/4’s South West 58 1/4’s North - 6 1/4’s North West - 8 1/4’s East - 39 1/4’s

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38tfn TWO RTM HOMES Plan 125, 1593 sq. ft., $160,000; Plan 126, 1525 sq. ft., $150,000. Many features & options. Email: info@ swansonbuilders.ca Phone 306493-3089 Saskatoon area. www. swansonbuilders.ca

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FOR RENT 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.

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

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CANADIAN MANUFACTURED

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is accepting applications for the following Seasonal Positions:

Biggar Golf Club is seeking applications for clubhouse workers and course maintenance positions for the 2013 season.

Applicants applying for the clubhouse positions must be a minimum of 19 years of age.

Applicants applying for course maintenance positions must have a valid class 5 driver’s license. Mail resumes and cover letter stating which position you are applying for by March 29, 2013 to: Biggar Golf Club, Box 1431, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0 10c3 JDL Underground Ltd. is now accepting applications for: a) Class 1A truck driver; b) grader operators; c) equipment operators; d) labourers. JDL Underground is committed to Safety Excellence and will assist in training an applicant who safety conscious has a positive attitude, good mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn. Currently positions are casual on call basis with the opportunity to advance into full time position for the right candidate. Apply to: Melanie Peiffer, JDL Underground, P. O. Box 1041, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0; fax: 306-948-4811; email: jdlundergroundltd@sasktel.net 10c3 AGGRESSIVE BUSINESS NEEDS: Production Assistant to successful business owner, some travel required. Class 1 Driver; Semi retired Mechanic; Gravel Crusher Operators, possibly experienced Foreman.

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AVAILABLE TO RENT

Land for Cash Rent by Tender…

SW 1/4-08-33-15-W3rd, R.M. Marriott #317, 48,900 assessment written tender accepted until April 3, 2013.

Any tender not necessarily accepted. Enquiries contact, A. Curda, 12515-40th Ave. NW, Edmonton, AB, T60 0S7 10p4

Golden yellow peas, bin run 1000 bus,94 germ, 89-INV. Phone: 306-948-5286 9p3

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FARM AND PASTURE LAND

PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK QUICK PAYMENT. YMENT.

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HOUSES FOR SALE

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

Biggar Aquatic Centre: • Pool Manager • Full-time and Part-time Lifeguards/Instructors *Please include photocopies of all current certificates *Please indicate if you are looking for a full or part time position.

Summer Day Camp: • Supervisor • Assistants * Please include photocopies of First Aid and CPR certification.

Recreation Maintenance: • Recreation Department Grounds Keeper * Must have valid driver’s licence.

WITH RESPECT TO THE ABOVE POSITIONS… • Specify on resume which position(s) you wish to be considered for.

• Start dates vary, please include the earliest date you could commence work.

• Positions will run until approximately August 30, 2013. Day Camp Assistant positions will run until August 23, 2013.

• Include any dates that you would not be able to work due to other commitments.

• For more information on duties and wages of positions contact Erin at the Town Office, 306-948-3317.

Deadline for all applications/résumes is March 22, 2013.

Apply to: Biggar and District Recreation Board P. O. Box 1360 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Fax: 306-948-5134 Email: e.poitras@townofbiggar.com The Town of Biggar wishes to thank all prospective candidates; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

WW1312

The Battlefords & District Co-op Ltd., one of Saskatchewan’s top 100 companies, Agro Centre is now accepting applications for a

ASSISTANT AGRO CENTRE MANAGER The successful candidate will assist in: - The organization, co-ordination and direction of all operations as they pertain to the Agro Centre.

- Crop Input supply and sales.

- Supervision of staff.

- Marketing and merchandising.

- Customer relations.

- Administrative responsibilities.

Qualifications: - Knowledge and experience in all aspects of customer service and agro sales.

- Strong agronomy knowledge preferred.

- Proven ability to supervise staff.

- Strong interpersonal, leadership and delegation skills.

- Proven technical competence related to Crop Input.

- Knowledge and experience in budget preparation.

- Proven successful management experience an asset.

The Battlefords Co-op offers a competitive salary and a full benefits package.

Submit resumé no later than March 29, 2013 to: Human Resources Manager Battlefords Co-op Ltd. 9800 Territorial Drive North Battleford, SK S9A 3W6 Fax: (306) 445-6011 Email: glen@battlefordscoop.com We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Crop Production Services, Biggar

Crop Production Services, Biggar

CROP PRODUCTION ADVISOR -- Biggar, Sask.

Full time/regular

Position Posting -- OPERATIONS SUPPORT Temporary, 3 - 4 month term

SpeciÀc responsibilities include…

Job Requirements…

• sells company products and services • responsible for meeting annual sales goals and proÀt margin objectives • monitors competitive activity and trends • may be required to keep records and prepare reports on sales activities • knowledge of product -- features, beneÀts and use • interprets soil, tissue and water analysis • researches and responds to technical inquiries • develops proprietary fertilizer formulations • perform initial credit review of customers to determine credit risk • provide credit department with necessary information to determine credit limits QualiÀcations of the position include…

• agricultural based degree or diploma • demonstrated experience in vocational, agricultural, or a combination of education and work experience.

• minimum 2-3 years sales experience • possesses CCA or PAg designation, or is working towards achieving it • strong time management, planning and multi-tasking skills • excellent communication and people skills, both written and oral • strong computer skills including all Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and Outlook) • ability to work independently or as part of an effective team • conducts themselves in a professional manner, and able to keep information conÀdential • ability to meet the CPS policy requirements by completing a Criminal background check.

• drug/alcohol testing, and Driving record abstract Closing date… when Àlled

Apply with resume at 801 Highway #4 south, Biggar, Sask.

Phone: 306-948-1753 Fax: 306-948-1754

REQUIRED …

GENERAL LABOURERS REQUIRED to work at our Fertilizer Plant in Biggar, Sask.

• Start date: April 15, 2013 • Guaranteed 12-hours per day • Applicants must be physically Àt, this is a fast-paced environment.

• Duties will include driving skid steer (Bobcat), unloading railcars, and other duties as directed by the supervisor.

• Rotation of days and nights.

• Experience preferred, training will be provided to suitable applicants.

• Steel-toed work boots will be required.

To apply, send resume to…

Kevin McNicholls Rack Petroleum Box 837 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Email Kevin: kevin.therack@sasktel.net Rack Petroleum is an equal opportunity employer.

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• help with inventory counts • help with fertilizer load and unload • help with loading of customers product • ensures nothing is loaded without proper paper work • site and equipment maintenance • contribute to maintenance and cleanliness of warehouse • report incidents and/or spills • perform job within EH & S guidelines • high school diploma • valid driver’s licence • valid WHMIS certiÀcation • Safety Sensitive -- drug and alcohol testing required.

• Other duties as assigned

Apply with resume at 801 Highway #4 south, Biggar, Sask.

Phone: 306-948-1753 Fax: 306-948-1754

Western Sales, a growing John Deere dealership with locations in Biggar, Central Butte, Davidson, Elrose, Outlook and Rosetown is hiring permanent full time

Apprentice/Journeyman Service Technicians for our Biggar location situated at 101 Hwy 14 East.

We require individuals to repair, troubleshoot, adjust, overhaul and maintain heavy duty Ag equipment including combines, tractors, seeders and sprayers.

• Must be thoroughly familiar with tractors and farm equipment and have the knowledge and skill to make repairs properly.

• Full job description available on request.

• Must be able to work extended hours during spring and fall.

• Compensation, $24 - $35 - rate is based on level of experience.

• Required work experience, 3 - 5 years. We offer a full beneÀt package which includes medical, dental, disability, life insurance and matched pension.

E-mail resumes to… Attn: Rome Molsberry, careers@westernsales.ca or by fax to 1-306-882-3389.

For more information you can also contact me at 1-306-882-4291 Only qualiÀed applicants will be contacted.

THE BIGGAR INDEPENDENT on

REQUIRED …

1A SEASONAL DRIVERS REQUIRED • Start date: April 8, 2013 • Guaranteed 6-week contract (leading to full-time positions for suitable candidates) • $25 per hour O/T after 40 hours • Bonus upon completion of contract (subject to no accidents or safety violations) • Applicants will require: at least one year driving experience the ability to drive on gravel roads and in Àelds • Willingness to assist in maintenance of truck/trailers • To work long hours and weekends Apply to… Kevin McNicholls Rack Petroleum Box 837 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Email Kevin: kevin.therack@sasktel.net

North American Lumber, Biggar require two full-time yard personnel to start immediately.

Drop off resume to 805 Main St., Biggar or call Sharon or Ed at 306-948-2248 for info.

New York Taxi is looking for mature, reliable drivers, day and night shifts, $14/hour, minimum class #4.

Call 306-948-4949

Rack Petroleum is an equal opportunity employer.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2013

The Sky This Month - March 2013

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WW1311

REAL ESTATE

by Gary Boyle, The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada Getting Ready For Comet PanSTARRS (Part 1) In a few days, we in the Northern Hemisphere will be graced by what could be the brightest comet since the 1990’s.

Discovered on June 6, 2011 by the 1.8 metre Panoramic Survey Telescope and Rapid Response System or PanSTARRS, this (then) 19th magnitude smudge is on a close encounter with the Sun. Officially catalogued as C/2011 L4, our interstellar visitor will be at its predicted brightest at third magnitude or brighter around March 6 or 7. Here in Canada, that is when we can start to catch the comet just after sunset along the horizon. Each night the comet treks north by about a degree or so and keeps moving higher in the sky towards the constellation of Cassiopeia the Queen.

However, it will be dimming rapidly as it pulls away from the solar furnace by one full magnitude every five nights, so plan observing and photography accordingly.

A couple of digital portraits to plan for are: March 12 with a less than two per cent sliver of a crescent moon lined up to its right as well as April 3 to 5 when the comet sweeps past the Andromeda Galaxy. This comet is a first time visitor from the Oort Cloud and will return 11,000 years from now.

Without a track record as seen with other comets, astronomers are not sure how PanSTARRS to perform. The great thing about comets in particular is the fascination with the general public. This would be a good opportunity to organize public viewing sessions with telescopes and binoculars.

As February opens, we find Auriga the

REAL ESTATE

Charioteer riding high in the night sky.

This fine looking group of stars is centred on the meridian at 7 p.m. local time.

With about 14 open clusters calling Auriga home, you would only need binoculars to enjoy this starry landscape. Add to the fact that lower quadrant of the constellation is nestled against the background Milky Way. Keep in mind you are peering at the thinnest portion of the Milky Way Galaxy and not as prominent as along Cygnus the Swan and down to Sagittarius as seen in summer.

Never the less; we still appreciate the collect of background stars.

M37 is one of the prettiest open clusters you will gaze upon in either binoculars or wide angle telescope.

This rich cluster of evenly bright stars measure three-quarters the width of the full moon and can be glimpsed with the naked eye under extremely dark conditions. An estimated 500 stars populate this object of which about 150 are brighter than 12th magnitude. M37 lays 4,400 light years away and is about 20 light years in width.

Just over three degrees to the west we find M36.

Although this group of about 80 suns is a bit closer to us and smaller, it is not as impressive as M37. Continuing your westerly direction for another two and a half degrees will reward you with a different looking double cluster. The primary is M38 which resides a bit closer to us than M37 but measures the same width.

A little lower of M38 we find NGC 1907.

These two make a very stunning pair is a very wide angle telescope.

Until next time, clear skies everyone.

Part 2 continued next week.

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Bear Hills Rural Development Corporation Box 327 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Helping you Help yourself Phone:

306-948-2295 Fax: 306-948-5050 ELECTRICAL

AURORA CONSTRUCTION & HAPPY AMPER SERVICES

• Sewer • Water • Power • Drainage • Footings

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

“Big or Small -We Do Them All” Licenced Journeyman Carpenters Troy McCarty 306-948-5627 (H) 306-948-9280 (C) Mitch McCarty 306-373-8254 (H) Serving Biggar ... Since 1968

Electrical Installation & Maintenance • Commercial • Industrial • Residential

Electrical… 306-658-3004 Excavation… 306-951-7667

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

306-948-5291

PHILLIPS ELECTRIC • Residence • Commercial Wiring For free estimates Ph: 306-948-5393

Cell: 306-221-6888

PLUMBING & HEATING

DMH ELECTRIC

Dion Harrabek 306-948-2657 cell: 306-948-9136 dionh@sasktel.net

OPTOMETRISTS

• framing • additions • windows & door sales • siding • rooÄng • drywall & Änishing

PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

Dan… 306-281-5090 Chad… 306-280-1524

For all your home, business and rural needs

Email: nix1@sasktel.net

For appointments…

1-855-651-3311

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available to do…

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

Call Jim @ 306-948-3333

306-716-4021

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HEALTH/WELLNESS

PHOTOGRAPHY

Your Healthy Living

Wood and Steel Buildings Floor & Trusses (306) 948-3776 cell: (306) 260-6503 Ph:

Photos by Jocelyn Portraits, Family, Weddings & Sports Photography

Weight Loss & Wellness Centre

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

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

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For FAX service,

306-948-2814

DENTAL

BIGGAR DENTAL CLINIC

Jacklin Andrews, MSW, Counsellor jacklinandrews@ gmail.com

306-918-7264

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

Services available…

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

104 - 6th Ave. East, 10 Biggar, Sask.

Southeast Sou entrance of Nova N Wood Bldg.

Hours…

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

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

306-948-3408 DR. GLENN RIEKMAN Dentist

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

306-948-2548 or 948-9710

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

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

- together with -

Ladies Only

…owned and operated by Brett Barber

acrylic Ànish, full system foam, paper/ wire, pargings/ICF blocks, custom pillars & battons, repair/service

948-3389

HEALTH/WELLNESS

30 min.

Circuit Gym

New Stucco & Restoration…

Biggar, Sask.

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interior & exterior painting, textured ceilings, drywall, mud & tape

GEORGE STAHL

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

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

Renos…

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

Kirk Ewen

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

CONTRACTING LTD.

306-222-8673

Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

Doctor of Optometry

MADGE

HANDY JIM SERVICES

• Five Inch Seamless • Fascia

for all your electrical needs Construction, consulting and Maintenance Licensed Journeyman

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

SEED CLEANING

Wylie Farms Ltd. SEED CLEANING

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

Canadian Seed Institute Accredited Pedigree, Commercial & Custom Cleaning FULL line of Cleaning Equipment including Gravity Table

306-948-2208

For all your Cereal and Pulse Cleaning

New Beginnings Wellness Centre “Putting PERSONAL back into fitness training!”

Wayne Baldwin, PFT, CPTA, CNHC

Specializing in Exclusive Seasonal Personal Training Sessions! …for weight loss, body sculpting, strength training.

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

Visit us @ 114- 2nd Ave. W., Biggar

Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

Call: Bill: Dale:

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

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Where you can feel right at home!

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

ADVERTISING is an investment in your business.

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

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

Phone: 306-948-5678

Contact US for OFFICE SUPPLIES, FORMS and SERVICES… ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ;

Faxing Photocopies Envelopes Letterheads Business Cards Receipts Invoices Statements Rubber Stamps Flyers

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Call now for your FREE quote on all your printing needs Phone: 948-3344

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LEGAL SERVICES

BUSSE LAW PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors Stuart A. Busse, QC Larry A. Kirk, LL.B. Bonnie L. Reddekopp, JD 302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

306-948-3346 …serving your community since 1972

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ACCOUNTING

BIGGAR ACCOUNTING SERVICES

AUTOMOTIVE

Chartered Accountant Notary Public 201B-2nd Ave. West

306-948-3376

P. O. Box 1480 Biggar, Sask.

Phone: 306-948-5133

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

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Criminal Law Commercial Law Real Estate Law Wills and Estate Law and our lawyers, William Roe, Q.C. Jason Peszko Lisa Watson look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

223 Main Street Biggar Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

OPEN: Mon.-Fri. • 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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

Sat. • 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

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

A small Àrm that provides quality professional services to our clients on a personalized and timely basis.

Services include:

Roderick B. Campbell, CMA • Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • Financial Statements

•Auditing and Accounting •Corporate and Personal Tax •Financial Statement Preparation •Farm Tax and Agristability We are accepting new clients in Saskatoon and surrounding area.

624 Duchess St. Saskatoon, SK S7K 0R1

Ph: 306-933-2970

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

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rod.campbell@sasktel.net Box 988, Biggar, SK

spencerbeaulieu@daviesdrury.com

Jeff Gorman, C.A. Spencer Beaulieu, C.A.

INVESTMENTS For all your investment needs, Visit…

Rosetown, Sask.

Small moves and deliveries with ½ ton truck

M & N REPAIR

Ph/fax: 306-948-3856 or cell: 306-948-7896

948-3996

SGI Safety Inspection Auto Repair TIRES

KRF Auto Centre

Panasonic, Samsung,

Qualilty!

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

Jerry Muc Phone: 306-948-2958 306-948-5699

306.237.7671 Take’n the pain outta haul’n your grain!

MONARCH MEATS

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

• sides of Beef available

SERVICES

Mutual Fund Investment Specialist Credential Asset Management Inc.

948-1722

YH Truck, Ag & Auto

Mutual funds are offered through Credential Asset Management Inc., and mutual funds and other securities are offered through Credential Securities Inc. ®Credential is a registered mark owned

by Credential Financial Inc. and is used under license.

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

Phone: 306-948-5600 • Heavy truck parts • Agriculture parts • Automotive parts & accessories www.yhtruckagauto.com

Hwy 14 East, Biggar 948-2109

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

For appointments and inquiries, call Janet at 306-948-2091

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

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

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

Pat Wicks,

Living Books Distributor

To fax…stop in at The Independent

A Sign of

Owned & operated by Kevin Fick

Mutual Fund Investment Specialist Credential Asset Management Inc.

Kevin Kurulak

306-948-3312 sales@gvsigns.ca

The Country Clipper

227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar

info@twhÀnancial.ca www.twhÀnancial.ca

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Super B outÀts hauling grain and fertilizer in Alberta and Saskatchewan

Robert Hoesgen, CFP

222 Main Street 306 948 5377

• Laser Engraving • Promotional products (mugs, mousepad, etc)

306-948-3384

Pamela Eaton

• Snow Removal • Fences …and much more

“Your complete decal and signage shop”

Troy May, owner/operator Fax #306.237.TROY

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

Financial Planning Estate Planning Life Insurance

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

Your authorized

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

SaskTel Mobility and High Speed Internet Dealer

BIGGAR LEISURE CENTRE 216 Main St., Biggar

Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

Heavy Truck Repair

• Driveways • Concrete • Garage Pads • Pruning • Planting

Fax:

Open Monday-Saturday

Investment Advisor Credential Securities Inc.

403 Main Street, Biggar

J. G. Smith

Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial

Lyndsey Sacher

Investment Rep Insurance Broker P. 306 948 5200 F. 306 948 5207 Appointments Preferred

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

Biggar, Sask.

306-882-2289

Dean McCallum, CFP, CIM, FCSI

Located at the Biggar & District Credit Union 302 Main Street, Biggar, SK • 306-948-3352

Rockin D Trucking & Cattle

HAULS TO THE DUMP

701 - 4th Ave. E., Biggar

Toll Free: 866-403-2298

Email: garethmckee@burntorangesolutions.com Website: www.burntorangesolutions.com

…for bookings contact

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THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2013

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by Karen Itterman Greetings from the New Horizons.

All members are enjoying the heat of the sun and happy to have the days getting longer. Spring is very near.

Monday afternoon Kaiser scores are as follows: February 4: Evelyn Potter 1st, Vera McNeil 2nd, Bill Fisher 3rd, Doug Potter 4th and Marie Roesch and Bill Fisher with the highest scoring game. Feb. 18: Evelyn Potter 1st, Dick Sully 2nd, Joyce Colberg 3rd, Wilfred Bender 4th and Evelyn Potter and Pat Turner highest scoring game. Feb. 25: Marie Roesch 1st, Bill Fisher 2nd, Wilfred Bender 3rd, Gord Besse 4th and Marie Roesch and Wilfred Bender with highest scoring game.

Carpet Bowling winners on Feb. 5 were: 1st Florence Hammond, Aileen Smith & Mildred Henne, 2nd June Hoppe, Marie Roesch & Gail Herzberg. Feb. 12: Aileen Smith, Pat Turner,Ag Small and Florence Johnson. Feb 26: 1st Marie Roesch, June Hoppe, Florence Hammond, Rosie Clark, Barb Swyryda andAlma Redlich,2nd Dinah Kegler, Florence Hammond, Ed Smith, Aileen Smith and Mildred Henne.

A card party was held on

New Horizons Activities Feb. 8 with 16 in attendance.

At the end of play the cribbage winners were Barb Swyryda 1st, Richard Boisvert 2nd. Kaiser winners were Rita MacKinnon 1st, Wayne McLean 2nd and Don Swyryda 3rd.

Our monthly Potluck Birthday party was held on Feb 11 with thirtythree in attendance. Pearl Silvernagle was the winner of the half and half. We were pleased to have Mark Kleiner entertain us with music.

On Feb. 15 Kaiser was played in hall with 16 in attendance. The winners were Dick Sully 1st, Pat Turner 2nd and Joanne Kral 3rd.

The monthly Jam Session was held on Feb. 20 with 51 guests in attendance.

The jammers for the afternoon were: Gary Donahue, Bernard Ochs, Dennis Cratty, Stan Gartner, Bob McGuire, Ben and Lorraine Stenerson, Dana and Carol Wylie, Pastor Mark Kleiner and Howard Titman. Master of Ceremonies for the afternoon of music was Gord Besse.

The Jam Session is always a very successful afternoon.

The next Jam Session will be

held on March 20. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Shuffleboard was played on Feb. 21 with four people in attendance. The first place team was Mildred Henne and Aileen Smith and 2nd place team was Marie Roesch and Ed Smith.

A card party took place on Feb. 22 with eleven people in attendance. The Kaiser winners were Wayne McLean 1st and Mildred Henne 2nd. Cribbage winners were 1st Richard Boisvert and 2nd Joanne Kral.

On Feb. 27 the New Horizons hosted a “Beat the Blues” card party with 36 guests signing the register. Twenty signed up to play Kaiser with Rita MacKinnon placing 1st place, Helen Kanz 2nd place, Wayne McLean 3rd place and Carolyn McLean winning the consolation prize. Twelve people played cribbage with Hazel Watson placing 1st place, 2nd Marg Molberg, 3rd Barb Swyryda and the consolation prize to Richard Boisvert. Geoff Cooke donated homemade bottles of wine, Karen Itterman donated Weasie’s coffee gift certificates and

Kelly’s Kitchen donated gift certificates for prizes. We appreciate the donations from Geoff, Karen and Kelly.

Other prizes were Alley Katz lunch gift certificates.

The hall was tastefully decorated in a tropical theme with decorations lent to us by Tricia Darroch from Biggar Central School 2000. For lunch the guests were treated to tropical desserts and punch. By all reports the afternoon was very enjoyable and we hope to do it again next year. Special mention to those who dressed up in the tropical theme.

Cribbage was played in the hall on March 1 with 12 in attendance. 1st place Richard Boisvert, 2nd place Ann Muc and 3rd place Gord Besse.

The courtesy car for the month of February made 628 trips in the 19 days we operated. On Feb. 1 the car

made 57 with Don Swyryda driving.

“When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us.” ~ Helen Keller Bingo was played on February 28 with 13 in attendance. Lori Oesch was the winner of the half-and-half bingo with Reg and Pat Turner splitting the blackout bingo.

Kaiser was played on March 4 with Evelyn Potter 1st, Bernard Zimmer 2nd, Wilfred Bender 3rd, Geoff Cooke 4th and highest scoring game Pat Turner and Myrtle Althouse.

The first place carpet bowling team on March 5 were Aileen Smith, Dinah Kegler, Pat Turner, Alma Redlich and Marie Roesch. Second

Landis Curling results 2013 Landis Ladies Final March 9, 2013 A Event: 1st - Mallory Scott, Chelsea Grimard, Shannon Sittler, Winnifred Rolleston.

B Event: 1st - Bernadette Garrett, Bev Garrett, Sherry Archdekin, Carey Kirschfeld.

C Event: 1st - Jennifer Hodgson, Marilyn Rohs,

Landis Locals Helen Buxton 658-2115

PRE-OWNED VEHICLES… 2003 Jeep Liberty Limited 4x4, 108,053 ....................$ 8,400 2005 Hummer H2 SUV, 158,703km ...........................$24,900 2006 Lincoln Navigator 4x4, 151,405km, Stk T13179A ..$19,900 2006 Ford F-350 King Ranch crew, 239,004km LD ..........$15,900 D SO134,515km 2006 Dodge Ram Quad. Cab 3500, 59T, SOL ..$26,900 2007 GMC ¾ crew SLE, 4x4, 6.6T, 217,658km, Stk T13228B .....................................................................................$23,900 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan, 129,717km ...................$ 9,900 2007 GMC Yukon Denali, 6.2L, 141,185km ..............$29,900

2008 Chev Uplander Ext LS, 7 pass, 45,000km

2006 Chev Trailblazer SS, 78,680km, Stk BB207B

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2008 GMC ¾ Ext, 4x4, SL#, 6.0L, 190,k650km, Stk T13309A ....................................................................................$16,900 2008 Chev Silverado ½ crew LTZ, 67,200km .............$26,900 2008 Chev ¾, 4x4, 6.6T, 178,000km ........................$32,900 2008 GMC SLE crew 3/4 6.6T, 113,767km ................$36,900 2008 Cadillac SRX4 AWD, 101,000km ......................$24,900

The Landis Fun-Tyme Dance Club celebrated their 25th anniversary the is year, so the March dance was a big occasion. Eightyeight people danced to music provided by “Three for the Show”. At midnight, everyone feasted on salad, beef-on-a-bun, and a beautiful cake made and decorated by Mildred Fast.

Best wishes for another 25 years of dancing.

Landis Curling Rink has something new! Thanks to some ingenious fellows in the community, cameras have been installed both upstairs and down in the waiting rooms, to give an overhead view of the house at both ends of the ice.

It’s great to be able to see just who has shot rock down at the far end. Just like watching the Brier!

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2009 Chev Cobalt LT, sedan, 21,491km, Stk T13136A

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place went to Blanche Borchartdt, Mildred Henne, Florence Johnson, Ed Smith and June Hoppe.

A card party was held on March 8 with eight people in attendance. Margaret Molberg was the host for afternoon with Anita Beckstead providing the lunch.

The Kaiser players did not keep score, but the cribbage winners were Rita Besse and Marie Roesch.

The birthday potluck was held on Monday, March 11. The cake was provided

by Anita Beckstead. The MC for the afternoon was Don Swyryda. The potluck was attended by 34 people.

Gladys Schell sold the halfand-half tickets. The halfand-half winner was Marie Roesch with Don Saunders and Pat Turner winning the door prizes. Following the lunch the members played cards.

New Horizons membership is now due. Memberships are payable at the office.

70th Annual Meeting of Landis Credit Union Limited

Sheila Roth, Marieta Glessing. 2nd - Cheryl Cey, Jillian Schommer, Laureen Schan, Becky Huber.

Note: Jennifer Hodgson also won the Draw to the Button” contest winning one tonne of fertilizer (460-0) donated by Landis Viterra.

Landis Men’s 2013 Bonspiel A Event: 1st - Myron Schell, Herb Schell, Irvin Sieben, Jeff Hyland. 2nd - Harold Friedhoff, Nelson Poole, Terry Flasch, Larry Tavanetz.

B Event: 1st - Marcel Poirier, Joe Sarrasin, George Hindley, Dan Huber. 2nd - Preston Vaessen, Travis Kolensky, Clayton Sittler, Stephen Hirschfeld.

C Event: 1st - Brian Miller, Todd Miller, Lorne Hofer, Gerald Gerlinsky.

2nd _ Carson Ramsay, Richard Olson, Mitch Lehnert, Jake Lehnert.

WATCH for Doreen’s Discount Day at

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Thursday, March 21, 2013 Landis Community Complex Supper 6 p.m. - $10/person, $40/family Supper tickets available at Landis Credit Union

THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2013

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Atom Nats nab silver in Prince Albert Prince Albert Atomic Mania Tournament March 1 -3 left the Biggar Nationals with a Silver on the A Side final falling to Naicam.

Round Robin in Pool: Game 1 - Saskatoon Wildcats vs. Biggar.

Biggar won 10-0. Game 2- Hudson Bay Hunters

vs. Biggar. Biggar won 11- 4. Qualifier: Game 3 - P.A. Atomic Yellow vs. Biggar. Biggar won 13-8. Semi Final: Game 4, Watrous vs. Biggar.

Biggar won 6-4. In this game it was 4-2 for Watrous at the start of the third, 9 minutes left, Sawatzky put in

a goal making it 4 - 3 Watrous, Churchill tied it up at seven minutes left and Shields put in the winning goal at five minutes left and one for security Aman made it 6-4 with third minutes left in play. A Side Final Game 5: Naicam vs.

Biggar lost 10-2.

Back Row: Coaches Corey Winslow and Cory Badiuk.

Next row: Barry Hooper, Raeanne Gidluck, Maddie Sopczak, Kamryn DeVries, Third Row: Dylan Churchill, Kaelyn Harrabek, Scott Sawatzky, Darian Bartusek, Josh Badiuk, Tacey Bartusek, Jesse Barber.

Kneeling row: Sydney Leschinski, Cassidy Winslow, Cade Coyle, Wyatt Aman, Jacob Miller, Robyn Fyson,William Diehl.

Biggar PeeWee Nats win PA tourney Prince Albert Pee Wee Tier 3 Tourney ended in Biggar winning the A Side Championship.

Round Robin pool results Game 1: PA Genes Sports Ranger Biggar won 4-3; Game 2 - Regina Blackhawks Biggar won 8-0.

First in pool then played in qualifier. Game 3: Viscount Biggar won 4-1.

Semi-final, Game 4: Biggar played Kinderlsey and won 3-0.

A side Final, game 5 against the LaRonge Ice Wolves Biggar won 6-3.

Left to right: back row: Emmet Keith, Rayne Coyle, Assistant Coach Clarke McNulty, Lara McCarty, Meghan Nicholls, Hailey Badiuk, Assistant Coach Jeff Reid, Jordy Leschinksi, Keaton Haynes, Head Coach Jamie Reid. Front row: Scott Sawatzky, Josh Badiuk, Cruz McNulty, Dylan Churchill, Nathan Hawkins.

Senior Girls Blazer basketball wraps up The Senior Girls completed their season this past Saturday during Conference play in Saskatoon.

The team won their Friday night game against L’ecole Canadienne from Saskatoon which qualified them to return on Saturday where they lost a hard fought game to Langham.

The Blazers team was young this year, with several Grade 10s as well as some girls who had not played previously, but they gave it their all

and grew tremendously through the season. They attended tournaments in Davidson and Asquith, qualifying for the A side in both, and also hosted their own tournament where they tied for second. They further enjoyed several home and away games with Asquith, Elrose, Wilkie and Kindersley. The girls would like to thank the many people who pulled together so that they could have a team.

At the top of their list is their community coach, Constable Hathaway,

without whom Mrs. J would have been completely lost. They are also grateful for the many students and staff who kept score and reffed their games, as well as those parents who stepped up to help in the booth and chauffeur the girls around on the weekends. Finally, we wish the best of luck to our graduating seniors: Jenna Boisvert, Czarina Catambing, Edyn Keith, and Ceejay Lehnert. You will be missed!

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