Webpaper 13

Vol. 106 No. 13

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

Box 40, 122 Main Street, Biggar, Saskatchewan S0K 0M0

email: tip@sasktel.net

24 pages

Phone: 306-948-3344

$1.25

www.biggarindependent.ca

Wall talks ag, infrastructure, budget and other concerns

D

espite the gray skies and dreary weather that can occur only in Saskatchewan, Premier Brad Wall trekked to Biggar to meet with members of both Town and RM councils. The discussion centered around a number of issues pertaining to rural Saskatchewan.

In terms of the recent budget, Premier Wall acknowledged a number of residents have been asking “where did the money go?” To which the Premier replied it has gone into debt reduction and infrastructure.

Of concern to the agriculture industry is the lack of rail cars.

Premier Wall said that this matter was brought up and discussed with Prime

Minister Harper when he was in Saskatoon recently.

Wall said his government is going to keep pressure on the federal government to solve the issue but at the end of the day two rail lines are not enough for a country that is dependent on exports. Perhaps it is time to pursue other options.

Wa l l a l s o p o i n t e d to recent derailment disasters where he made the point that pipelines may not be the perfect solution for transporting oil but they are the safest way to move that commodity. He pointed out that oil companies support pipelines as this option is cheaper.

There was some discussion on foreign ownership of land and the options concerning the long term impact of agriculture in the province. Councillor Rob Danychuk pointed out that the government needs to ask the question “what’s in the long term

best interest of rural Saskatchewan?” when making any decisions.

After the meeting with the two councils, the P r e m i e r, M L A R a n d y

Premier Brad Wall, right, joins Wade Burton, Biggar MLA Randy Weekes, David Burton and Jeff Burton at AGI Envirotank, Tuesday. Premier Wall was invited by Weekes to visit the town, talk to the mayor and council,

Weekes, and any others who were interested went

to AGI Envirotank for a tour of their facility.

and take in the operations of one of the largest employers in Biggar and one of the more innovative companies in the province, if not the country. (Independent Photo by Daryl Hasein)

Balanced budget keeping Saskatchewan strong Finance Minister Ken Krawetz last Wednesday tabled a balanced budget that will keep Saskatchewan strong by keeping

taxes low, investing in infrastructure, controlling operating spending and providing new incentives that will help create jobs.

The 2015-16 Budget is balanced, with a surplus of $107 million. Overall revenue is $14.28 billion, up just 1.2 per cent from last year.

Overall spending is $14.17 billion, also up just 1.2 per cent from last year.

“This budget is about keeping our economy

strong and keeping our province strong,” Krawetz said. “We will do that by controlling operating spending, not raising taxes, and continuing to make record investments in much-needed infrastructure projects like highways, schools and health facilities.”

Investment in health, education, and social services continue to be priorities, accounting for nearly threequarters of all spending in the 2015-16 Budget. The overall spending increase in those key areas is just under two per cent. All other areas of government combined are budgeted to spend 0.6 per cent less this year.

In addition, the Active Families Benefit, Graduate Retention Program, Research and Development Tax Credit, Seniors’ Drug Plan and Saskatchewan Employment Supplement are being changed to ensure their ongoing sustainability.

Strength in the potash industry and a change in the Potash Production Tax will help offset the $661 million decline in oil revenue from last year’s budget due to the falling oil price. The total tax deduction potash producers receive from their capital spending will now be used over a longer …see Budget, pg 20

Roll over claims life

The Buck Stops Here . . . Future big buck hunters look in awe at the world champion white tale of Biggar hunter, Milo Hanson, March 18 at the St. Gabriel School Heritage Fair. St. Gabriel students researched their projects, delving into historical figures or events, famous individuals (none

more famous than our own Milo Hanson!), or prestigious organizations or dates in time. They created a written report and a visual display, all judged by members of the community.

Log on to biggarindependent.ca this Friday for more pictures of the event. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

A single vehicle accident has claimed the life of a man on Highway 14 east of Kinley.

At approximately 7 p.m. on March 21, Biggar RCMP received information that a vehicle was submerged in water off of Highway 14 east of Kinley. The vehicle lost control and went off the road at a bridge. Road conditions were icy at the time of the incident.

A 27-year-old female driver from Turtleford was able to get out of the vehicle, but 56-year-old Henryk Wieczorek from Saskatoon was unable to free himself, dying at the scene.

Biggar RCMP continue to investigate.

2 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

Ridiculously funny, wildly entertaining, the cast and crew of New Creation Community Players completed what can be arguably called a smash hit with the musical comedy, ‘The Addams Family”. The four shows had audience members rolling with laughter as the oblivious to social convention, Addams family, navigates the “normal” world, challenging the status quo, putting two very different families in a laughter inducing mix. Top marks to all for their efforts and talents they truly enjoyed themselves - and for four performances, audiences enjoyed it even more!

(Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 3

Council Minutes highlights The regular meeting of Biggar Town Council was held March 3, at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Attending the meeting were Mayor Ray Sadler, Aldermen Ron Arnold, Jim Besse, Alan Boyle, Penny McCallum, and Kirk Sherbino.

Council resolved that Bylaw No. 15-756, being a bylaw to amend Bylaw No. 14-751, A Bylaw to Provide for Entering into the Bear Hills Planning District With Consent to the Bear Hills District Planning Agreement, be read three times and adopted.

Council resolved that the request from Fire Chief Gerry Besse for authorization for a maximum of three firefighters to attend the Chief’s Conference in Swift Current in April, be approved.

Council resolved that the General Accounts Paid in the amount of $109,263.67, and the General Accounts Payable in the amount of $36,371.37, be approved.

Council resolved that the following correspondence be accepted for Council’s information and filed: Prairie Wild - Bear Hills Planning District Update; Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association 2015 Update; Biggar RCMP Municipal Office Break and Enters; Wheatland Regional Centre - Financials; Ministry of Highways - Non-Permitted Land Use; Saskatchewan

Urban Municipalities Association - MCDP; Biggar Museum and Gallery - AGM Invite; Loraas - Commercial Customers Update; PIWIK February Web Site Report; Eco Engineering Ltd. Waterworks System Assessment Proposal.

Council resolved that the request dated February 23 from the Glassic committee to have the ice rental fees

waived for their event March 20 and 21, be approved.

Council resolved that the 2015 Biggar Library budget be accepted as presented.

Council resolved that Marty Baroni and Kirk Sherbino be authorized to attend the Saskatchewan A s s e s s m e n t Management Agency’s 2015 Annual General Meeting to be held in

Regina, April 15, be approved.

Council resolved that the correspondence from Catterall and Wright in regard to the Highway 14 west approach, be accepted. Also, Council resolved that further correspondence from Catterall and Wright in regard to the northeast subdivision, be accepted.

• Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.

Fiddling virtuoso at Majestic, Saturday

Budget is not “family friendly” accuses NDP The provincial budget shows the government can afford to fix seniors care, build a better education system and make life more affordable for middle class families – but they aren’t going to, claim the New Democrats.

“Revenues are projected to be higher than last year, but this government won’t pass that benefit on to everyday families,” said Trent Wotherspoon, Deputy Leader of the Opposition.

“They’ll keep blowing through the cash as fast as it comes in, and even ask families to pay a bit more and get a bit less in order to support the government’s spending habit.”

Saskatchewan will spend more than $14 billion this year.

“This government is choosing to hold back things that matter to people rather than cut waste,” said

Wotherspoon. “Mr. Wall has decided to make some cuts to important things and take a pass on the things that really matter to families in order to keep spending on government’s own interests and pet projects.”

The government will kick 6,000 middle class seniors off the seniors drug plan, Wotherspoon says, adding that families will pay a little more on their taxes with the cancellation of the Active Families Benefit. The Graduate Retention Program is being walked back, while parents will no longer get a Saskatchewan E m p l o y m e n t Supplement once their kids are over 12 years old, he says.

Crumbling hospitals and health centres need at least $2.2 billion in repairs, the NDP claim, but, instead of tackling that critical work, the

Sask Party government will set aside only $27.8 million – a tiny fraction of the need.

The Sask Party, Wotherspoon says, is continuing to stubbornly refuse to seriously address the seniors care crisis. It won’t add additional staff in seniors care homes, won’t fund the re-establishment of minimum care standards for seniors in care and won’t even catch up on the “urgent” needs in seniors care that health regions identified over a year ago.

“The government is planning to spend more than $14 billion this year, but won’t fix schools or hospitals, won’t help with the cost of living and won’t put more hands on the frontlines of education or health care – so where’s the money going?” concluded Wotherspoon.

Lynae and Denis Dufresne bring their rising-star act, Pear, to the Majestic Theatre this Saturday evening.

(Submitted Photo)

Country and folk rising stars, Pear will take to the Majestic Theatre in Biggar this Saturday in the fifth show of the Biggar and District Arts Council’s concert series.

The Calgary-based husband and wife duo, Denis and Lynae Dufresne formed Pear in 2006 after headlining international fiddle sensation, Barrage.

Pear crosses modern country with folk sensibilities.

They’ve won three CCMA awards and were named the 2013 Group of the Year

from the Association of Country Music in Alberta. Their hit single “This Ain’t a Love Song” is an inspiring song that recently won the Country category in the International S o n g w r i t i n g Competition, and has aired on CMT Canada.

Pear has released a new album in 2014, and will be at the Majestic Theatre this Saturday, March 28, show time at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are still available at de Moissac Jewellers.

GAS PRICES AT THE PUMP… Wednesday, March 25, 2015, 11:00 a.m. (stations randomly selected)

Biggar .............................................102.9¢/L Duperow Cardlock .........................101.9¢/L Perdue… .........................................102.9¢/L Landis Cardlock… .........................102.9¢/L Wilkie ............................................. 99.9¢/L Unity............................................... 99.9¢/L North Battleford…......................... 99.9¢/L Rosetown… ....................................102.9¢/L Lloydminster .................................. 91.9¢/L Saskatoon ....................................... 98.4¢/L Humboldt ....................................... 93.9¢/L Swift Current ................................. 99.9¢/L Kindersley ...................................... 97.9¢/L

Lottery Numbers

UNOFFICIAL

649 - Sat., March 21 08, 22, 29, 32, 33, 35 Bonus 02 Extra 5061114 649 - Wed., March 18 16, 17, 37, 39, 41, 45 Bonus 14 Extra 6719455 Western 649 - Sat., March 21 02, 05, 09, 30, 37, 40 Bonus 21

Food for Thought . . . With the Lenten season upon us, many Biggar and area residents have be taking in the Lenten Lunch noon hour service at the Biggar New Horizons on Fridays. Worship, fellowship and great food make this season of preparation one of

the most important in the Christian calendar. The nondenominational services, hosted by the Biggar and District Ministerial Association. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Western 649 - Wed., March 18 09, 11, 21, 23, 32, 42 Bonus 40 Lotto Max - Friday, March 20 07, 10, 16, 35, 36, 42, 45 Bonus 24 Extra 6515718 Western Lotto Max - Fri., Mar. 20 04, 07, 09, 12, 14, 21, 43 Bonus 30

Opinions ......................................................... 4 Agriculture .................................................... 8 Classifieds ..............................................17 - 20 Business & Professional Directories ......21 - 22

4 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

The first step has been taken Just a couple of comments this week. First, I echo this week’s letter to the editor.

Biggar does indeed have the best snow removal in this area. Some towns in the area don’t even remove snow from residential streets making winter driving incredibly difficult. Not only that, when it comes to spring melting cars can be seen bouncing around in deep ruts until Mother Nature does her thing.

Secondly, in recent weeks Biggar’s economic development officer has been contacting local businesses asking some questions. Some of them take some thought and in the end will hopefully help in growing the town. I’m sure she is going to get a variety of opinions and suggestions so it will be interesting to see what the overall vision is for the future.

A quick tally of the present business community is telling. There are very few of them under the age of 40. It’s not clear if there are any succession plans in place so there could be some interesting turnovers in the next decade.

Council is on the right track in asking questions. There is not one clear cut answer and it will be a difficult job to keep the business community alive but it is a step in the right direction.

P.H.

Letter to the Editor…

Dear Editor: Thank you to all the town employees who worked long hours to fix the drainage at the end of Third Avenue.

The water was to the

door of our home and right then as we were wondering what to do the men showed up and started working to drain the water. Our street is now dry.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR are welcome.

We are blessed in this town of Biggar with the workmanship of the people who live and work here.

Pat and Terry Wicks Biggar, Sask

Canada is entering a new export era with Asia Jacqueline Palladini, Senior Economist, Global Commerce Centre, Conference Board of Canada Commentary

On March 23, Canada will launch the first trading hub for the Chinese currency (RMB) in the Americas. This is the latest new rung in the ladder for Canadian businesses seizing opportunities in Asia.

Canadian businesses can now shave off a significant cost of doing business with China, and reach an important customer segment in the Asian nation—customers who do not have the resources to conduct business in foreign currencies. In conjunction with the fall announcement of a foreign trade and investment protection agreement (FIPA) with China, Canadians will also have increased access to Chinese securities and investment opportunities. These policies signal the beginning of a new era in Canada’s

trade and investment relationship with China.

And the timing couldn’t be better. Canada’s exports to China—and, more broadly, Asia—have long been concentrated in commodities, such as coal, metals, agricultural, and forestry products, with very few exports of consumer and commercial goods and services.

Moreover, only a small share of Canada’s known global foreign direct investments is destined for Asia—and this share has been declining. With the commodities’ supercycle drawing to a close and China shifting gears to focus its growth on domestic consumption, Canada will need to shift its engagement with the region to maintain its competitive position and maintain the prosperity that exports to Asia have brought.

Asia’s importance to Canada’s global trade is paramount. What little growth in trade Canada has experienced in the last decade can be attributed largely to its relationship with Asia.

Bilateral trade with Asia almost doubled in the last decade, making it Canada’s second most important trade relationship after that with the United States. While trade with the U.S. and Europe is expected to accelerate in the short term and remain critically important for Canada, neither region offers the type of growth opportunities that Asia does. Indeed, Canada’s economy and living standards benefited tremendously from Asia’s seemingly insatiable demand for natural resources over the last decade, and it is important to continue

this momentum.

Despite the wealth of growth opportunities for trade and investment in Asia, Canada has focused largely on supplying Asia with natural resources and has struggled to maintain its share of Asia’s market. Twenty years ago, Canadian goods accounted for two per cent of Asian imports.

But by 2013—even with its surge in natural resources exports to Asia—Canada’s share had been cut in half.

Next week, The Conference Board of Canada is releasing two reports that detail the past, present, and future opportunities of Canada’s trade and investment with Asia. This research identifies relatively untapped, fast-growth opportunities in Asia that are also Canadian export strengths. While many of these fastgrowing opportunities remain rooted in natural resources, there are additional opportunities to supply Asian economies

with Canadian services, such as finance or engineering, and consumer goods, such as vehicle parts or pharmaceuticals.

Businesses will need to take the lead in the form of more hands-on involvement in Asian markets. Previous Conference Board research has highlighted the need to spend time building relationships in emerging markets. It will not be easy for Canadian exporters to gain market presence in Asia by remaining on the eastern side of the Pacific.

Targeted foreign direct investment can help Canada boost its trade relationship with Asia by facilitating increased sales of Canada’s goods and services abroad and boosting integration into Asia’s “tangled web” of supply chains.

But Canadian businesses will have to be proactive in making the switch to the RMB. Being first to the plate as a trading hub in the Americas will be to Can-

ada’s advantage for only a limited time. The U.S. and many South American countries also conduct a lot of trade with China and will use Canada’s hub or establish their own. Furthermore, China is liberalizing its capital accounts, and this will further level the playing field within the next five years or less.

Armed with knowledge of Asian markets, relentless innovation, strong leadership, and international networks, and supported by trade and investment policies (such as trade deals and currency exchange hubs), Canadian businesses can take on the next phase of Asian demand and continue to tap into one of the fastest-growing regions of the world. Seizing new opportunities will allow for a more dynamic and sustainable trade and investment relationship with Asia that is less exposed to changes in commodity prices and demand.

www.biggarindependent.ca

Phone: 306-948-3344

Fax: 306-948-2133

Publications Mail Registrations No. 0008535 Published by THE INDEPENDENT PRINTERS LTD. and issued every Thursday at the office of publication, 122 Main Street, Biggar, Saskatchewan, S0K 0M0 Publishers - Margaret and Daryl Hasein Editor - Kevin Brautigam Advertising Consultant - Urla Tyler Composition - Tom Larson

E-mail: tip@sasktel.net

P. O. Box 40 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

COPYRIGHT The contents of The Independent are protected by copyright. Reproduction of any material herein may be made only with the written permission of the publisher.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The Biggar Independent invites the public to participate in its letters to the Editor section. All letters must be signed.

We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada, through the Canada Periodical Fund (CPF) for our publishing activities.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

Spring Open the windows and open the door And let the fresh breezes blow in, blow in.

Jack Frost has gone to his home in the north And all of a sudden it’s Spring! ~ Author Unknown ~ Everyone gets excited to see the snow melt and the coming of spring. Officially March 21 is the first day of the season but, as we all know March can

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 5

bring some vicious snow storms.

Still, there are some signs of spring that signal the start of a new season. Generally called harbingers of spring they give us hope. I looked up harbinger in the dictionary where it was defined as something that comes before and that show what will follow in the future.

Humans are complex and as such everyone has a different

harbinger. Something that signals to them the oncoming of spring. For some it is the return of our feathered friends.

Robins. This is one bird that is welcomed back from warmer climes.

Some bird watchers have noticed one or two birds in the winter months, but it is spring when flocks of the birds return to the Prairies.

Other birds include geese and ducks. These fowls come back to nest on ponds and lay their

Redlick Memorial Award winners

eggs. Some consider them a nuisance and to be honest they can make a mess on lawns and public spaces but they are true to nature migrating south in the winter and returning in the spring.

For the gardener there is nothing like noticing the tall, slender stalks of asparagus poking through the ground, sometimes before the snow is even fully melted. Other early plants are crocus, tulips and daffodils. I remember growing up on the farm, running through the pastures and being delighted to find a crocus smiling at me. I knew then that warmer weather was not far behind.

Another tell tale sign is pussy willows. They

often start to flower the beginning of March -- a very early bloomer.

Pussy willows are the first plant bees are attracted to after a long winter.

Animals have their own set of rituals in the spring. Very often babies appear. I’ve often wondered how they know. After some research I found that scientists think plants and animals have changes that start in their bodies because of the way days are getting longer and nights are getting shorter. My science teacher referred to this as instinct.

And, that’s another harbinger. Longer days.

Much as I love all the seasons what I really dislike most about winter is the short days.

I love sunshine so the more daylight the better.

The only saving grace to winter is that, despite the short daylight hours, we tend to get a lot of sunshine. But, with the arrival of spring there are even more hours of sun to soak in.

Now, depending on your interests, you will probably have very different harbingers, signs that signal the spring season for you.

Whatever your trigger point is, the one thing that says spring to you, it’s just around the corner.

Advertising doesn’t cost, it pays!

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL Rural Municipality of Glenside No. 377 Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Rural Municipality of Glenside No. 377 for the year 2015 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the ofÀce of the assessor from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Monday to Friday, except all public holidays.

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

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is redquired to Àle his or her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, Rural Municipality of Glenside No. 377, Box 1084, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0, by the 27th day of April, 2015.

Dated this 23rd day of March, 2015.

Cheryl A. Martens, Assessor

Kayler Gidluck (left) and Jeremy Tebb were honoured as co-winners of the Ernie Redlick Memorial Trophy last week. The award is handed out each year to a player on the novice hockey team who is selected as the most underrated player with dedication to their team.

Monday at 5:00 p.m. is the deadline for ads and classifieds Biggar Soccer Association is part of the Sask Central Soccer League

LAST CALL FOR SOCCER REGISTRATION Practice & games: Mondays & Wednesdays, 7 p.m., SOCCER SEASON -- end of APRIL to mid-June…

Age Divisions are…

U4 2011 and younger: $35 U6 2010 & 2009: $45 U8 2008 & 2007: $45 U10 2006 & 2005: $45 U12 2004 & 2003: $45 U14 2002 and earlier, (if enough, we will accommodate): $45

Registration: • Require hospitalization number • We accept postdated cheques • Electronic registration accepted until March 31st, dmartsa@shaw.ca

After March 10, contacts: Annette Fecht, Melissa Silvernagle, Brooke McMahon, Diane Sawatzky 306-716-4271, Email dmartsa@shaw.ca

DEADLINE March 31, 2015 for league play registration, travel to Rosetown & Asquith.

TOURNAMENT on May 31 @ Asqutih, 3 game guarantee included in fees

WE REQUIRE COACHES AND ASSISTANTS, SO PLEASE BE PREPARED TO VOLUNTEER!

15034SDM02

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

6 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

by Bob Mason

“Moo!” Mebbe Yours Truly is kind of old fashioned, but it seems to him that cows have always been around somewhere.

Most of his lifetime they have been anyway! And milk has always been our favourite drink!

But like that kid said in the store the other day: “Times have changed a lot since you were a boy Mr. Mason.” (I wonder where he heard that before!). “Now my Dad’s favourite drink is ‘Boh’, and mine is a kind of Cola.”

He went on to say that his folks had told him that “one per cent” and “two per cent” milk came from two different kinds of cows!

Old fellows (especially gullible old fellows!) learn a new

thing every day, eh?

Although a lot of people have crossed Y.T.’s debatable past in the last 90 some years, Y.T. will never forget “Frank”, and before the “Reader” (notice the capital “R” there, eh?) hauls off and says something like: “I knew a guy named Frank one time!” possibly the writer should point out that “Frank” was not a guy, but a quiet old cow that Dad had bought from a neighbour named “Frank”!

Dad had bought that quiet old cow cheap because he wanted one that wouldn’t kick the pail over while Dad’s small sons were learning the fine art of “milking”!

Boy did he ever laugh when he entered the

stable that first evening and found Walt and Y.T. (one on each side of her!), milking into a small pail we had found. There she stood, chewing her cud quietly as though she let two small boys milk her that way every day!

I’m not sure whether we filled our small pails or not, but we will never forget “Frank”!

Mebbe we never became space-scientists in the days of “Springwell Farm” up in “Great Bend”, but as small boys on that farm we did learn a few very important facts that were necessary – at least at that time!

Fact No. 1: Never (I repeat!) never walk directly behind a milk cow that has been eating green grass in the pasture all day, especially in your bare feet! Mothers have been known to make their small boys eat their supper while sitting on the back doorstep soaking their feet in a vat of cold water!

Fact No. 2: In those health ignorant days, we should have known that the milk we drank from the old cream separator would kill us some day – but we didn’t! It mebbe built some of our bones more solid, but the

CAM-DON MOTORS LTD. Perdue, Sask.

2012 FORD FOCUS TITANIUM, LOADED, SK TAX PD ...........................................$15,900 2011 CHEV IMPALA, A/T/C, POWER WINDOWS & LOCKS, 65,000KM, SK TAX PD .....$11,900 2010 FORD FOCUS SES, 100,000KM, VERY GOOD, SK TAX PD ........................ $10,900 2006 VOLKSWAGON JETTA TD1, STD TRANS, LOCAL, SK TAX PD ...........................$ 9,900 2005 GRAND MARQUIS, LOADED, LEATHER, 104,000KM, SK TAX PD ............... $ 9,900 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS ULTIMATE, 110,000KM, SK TAX PD................... ...................$ $ 8,900

2007 F-350 CREW

CAB V10 AUTO, 4X4, LONG BOX

$16,900

2005 F-350 4X4, 5.4 AUTO, CREW CAB ................................................... $15,900 2004 F-150 SUPERCAB, V8 AUTO, 180,000KM, LOCAL ............................................ ............................................$ $ 7,900 2007 IHC 9200, LOW KILOMETERS, NEW BOX & HOIST, FRESH SAFETY..............................$69,900 2000 Sterling 9500 C-12, OVER 400HP, 10 SPEED, NEW 20’ BOX & HOIST, FRESH SAFETY ................................................... $52,900 1995 FL70 C&C tandem, 8.3 CUMMINS, 9 SPD, FRESH SAFETY ............................ ............................$19,900 $19,900 1993 GMC 1500, 4X4, V8, AUTO HIGH KMS, LOCAL ............................................. .............................................$ $ 3,450

2009 IHC PROSTAR DEYCAB, 500HP CUMMINS 18 SPD/JAKE, 46 REARS, 350,000KM, FRESH SAFETY

2006 GMC CANYON, EXTENDED CAB, 130,000KM, SK TAX PD, EXTRA SET WINTER TIRES & RIMS, VERY GOOD .............$ 8,900

TRADES WELCOME, MORE VEHICLES AVAILABLE

$59,900

***VIEW OUR AUTOS ON www.camdonmotors.com

Call 306-237-4212

health people eventually had their way, and we’ve been waiting some 90 years for the hammer to fall!

Even as small children, it always impressed us that cattle (most animals as far as that goes!) seemed to just accept their place in life.

Being in front of the row or behind, didn’t seem to matter, and often we wondered why more people weren’t like that!

“The roaring campfire with rude human painted The ruddy tints of health.

On haggard face and form that drooped and fated In the fierce race for wealth!”

As he always does while putting together a piece for The Independent, Yours Truly makes a long list of pertinent things to write about, and, as always, he only uses a part of them!

As he writes, his mind sometimes wanders away to some sentiment that has occurred during the past. So, Dear Reader, please forgive this old

guy if his mind wanders a bit, eh?

This may seem like some small change of subject I suppose, but as Y.T. was scribbling away, it occurred to him that the “Farm Life”, so often lauded in the past, is fast disappearing, and any advantages that society once thought the “Farm Life” had don’t seem of much value in today’s (ahem again!) ratrace!

Witnessing the beginning of life, calves being born, and small piglets, et cetera, and the mother then doting around her small flock of chicks, are a sight that few of our young people will ever see again!

Little things, like letting the school pony have her “head” and bringing us safely home during a blizzard, have been replaced by senseless machines that don’t seem to care much!

The lure of “progress”, which means so much to our modern society, has often dimmed our other ideas about the way life ought to be lived!

When some grumbling, shaky old fellow (like

Y.T.) writes about a sentiment like this though, he has to admit that today’s life is a lot “easier” than it was – but not a bit better!

When we stop working for a living, we are taking one step backwards toward the middle ages!

Stop dreaming Bob, and get back to the subject you were telling about!

Time might have changed quite a bit, but we are still drinking milk as much as the first people on earth did!

When Sergeant Eby* and Y.T. milked those two neglected cows just across the Kusten Kanal, it sure helped our “morale” more than it did our appetites!

Note: Don’t follow all the advice that Y.T. dreams up. They tell me that if he was in charge of things we would be in a heck of a mess! * Sergeant Earl Eby No. 45955 was killed the next day when a whole “crump” of mortars fell on his platoon while we were leap-frogging up the Aue Creek Road!

– June Hoppe, 464.

Thursday Seniors League: MHS – Glen Shockey, 221; WHS – Dianna Meger, 203; MHT – Glen Shockey, 550; WHT – Dianna Meger, 534.

Y.B.C. Thursdays.

Bowlasaurus: High Score – Josh Heimbecker, 77.

Pee Wee: High Score

– Alara Ormiston, 99; High Double – Alara Ormiston, 171. Bantam: High Score – Kiersten Raschke, 115; High Triple – Julian Heimbecker, 339. Juniors: High Score – Justin Otterson, 135; High Triple – Justin Otterson, 328.

1,180; THT – Bleepers, 3,371; LHA – Joey Levitt/ Dorrie Laberswieler, 181.

Mens League: MHS – Jim Nicholls, 246; MHT – Al Levitt, 597; THS – WWF, 753; THT – WWF, 2,139; MHA – Glen Shockey, 185.

March 16 Y.B.C., Bowlasaurus: Haydyn

Wegwitz – single, 60; Trinity Morash – single, 57. Bantams: Janeeva Morash – single, 108, triple, 286; Anjelica Morash – single, 87, triple, 212; Kierra Moody – single, 108, triple, 284.

Juniors: Adam Munro – single, 182, triple, 418; Rylee Moody – single, 129, triple, 326.

Biggar Bowl (March 16-20)

Monday Mixed League: MHS – Jonathan Redlick, 212; WHS – Lee Desrosiers, 212; MHT – John Hammond, 560; WHT – Cindy Watson, 531.

Tuesday New Horizons: MHS – Glen Shockey, 253; WHS – June Hoppe, 191; MHT – Glen Shockey, 598; WHT

Perdue Bowl (March 16-20)

Club 55: MHS – Al Levitt, 226; LHS – Joey Levitt, 256; MHT – Al Levitt, 542; LHT – Joey Levitt, 613; THS – Zeros, 1,073; THT – DJ’s, 3,080; MHA – Al Levitt, 176; LHA – Joey Levitt, 177.

Ladies League: LHS – Dorrie Laberswieler, 271; LHT – Marilyn Moon, 606; THS – Bleepers,

WHITE BOND PAPER

Packages of 500 ONLY $4.99 each, plus taxes 8.5” x 11” 20 lb White Carton of 5000 sheets

$40.99, plus taxes

Available at . . .

The Biggar Independent

TOLL FREE 1-888-264-1955

122 Main Street, Biggar 306-948-3344

“If you don’t see the vehicle you want, we will Ànd it, give us a call”

We Service What We Sell

DL #916201

NO LIMIT ON QUANTITIES

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 7

Financial Advice to make a positive difference

by Kim Inglis, BCom, CIM, PFP, FCSI, AIFP, Investment Advisor and Portfolio Manager Canaccord Wealth Management Wise investors have dividend-paying investments in their portfolios and, if they don’t require the income, are even wiser to consider dividend reinvestment plans (DRIPs).

Instead of delivering cash payouts, DRIPs reinvest the money to purchase additional shares. There are many advantages.

To begin, DRIPs are a cost effective longrange approach to purchasing shares. Most plans are free of charge and bypass brokerage fees. Some companies

encourage DRIPs by offering discounts to the market price on shares. For the investor, that’s like getting a little extra return on the investment.

Most DRIPs allow single share purchases with immediate reinvestment.

Others permit fractional shares, which means that investors aren’t waiting for cash to accumulate before buying more shares. And, of course, the regularity of DRIP reinvesting provides the advantage of dollar-costaveraging with more stock acquired during

Our town crews are the best! . . . With the recent dump of snow, Town of Biggar employees hit the streets Sunday to clear roads and make life a bit easier for one and all. You see any of these folks around town, give ‘em a bit thank you - they deserve more than just praise for keeping our town up and running! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Biggar Minor Ball Association

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING & BALL REGISTRATION Thursday, March 26 • 7:00 p.m.

Biggar Jubilee Stadium Registration forms for pick up and drop off at Town OfÀce accepted until April 15.

market dips.

DRIP investors can also gain through the power of compounding by buying companies with a history of raising dividends, as the compounding effect will accelerate with dividend increases.

Consider an investor whose RRSP has $20,000 worth of a company trading at $50 with a dividend yield of three per cent. Assume the stock price increases by five per cent per year and the dividend also grows by five per cent per year. After 20 years

the investor who chose reinvestment would have about $92,000 while the investor who instead spent the cash dividends would be left with $53,000.

Those employing the strategy outside their registered plans reap the benefit of tax-efficiency because reinvested dividends are taxable in the same manner as cash dividends. Investors report tax payable as dividend income and benefit from the dividend tax credit. When the position is eventually sold, DRIPs will need to be accounted for when calculating the capital gain or loss.

There are different ways of participating in a DRIP. Registered shareholders can enrol directly through the participating company.

Investors holding shares

at a brokerage firm can also enrol.Non-registered shareholders simply contact their advisor and ask to participate in a company’s plan.

DRIPs are not available on all dividend-paying stocks so investors will have to do their homework. Also, they should be careful when constructing their portfolios to ensure they maintain proper diversification.

Companies who offer DRIPs tend to be larger, more mature companies and there tends to be wide representation by the financials and utilities sectors. Investors who invest in companies solely because they offer DRIPs can miss out on other important sectors.

Some investors prefer products like ETFs to achieve diversification across market sectors,

because of their simplicity and low fees. There is a growing range of ETFs now offering the added advantage of easy and inexpensive distribution reinvestment through DRIPs. As a long-term strategy, DRIPs have proven successful. They can be a very effective way to accumulate wealth while reducing the impact of volatility on portfolio performance.

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.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

8 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

Snail-pace when it comes to rail transport of grain

by Calvin Daniels

Solving the problem may be an even slower event

A far more hospitable winter, at least across most of Western Canada took some of the supposed pressures off the rail system in terms of grain handling.

But the system is still seen as overly slow, with the rail companies interest in hauling grain at a low ebb.

From a purely business sense, the stance of the rail companies is rather understandable.

They can roll a train up to a potash mine, load that product and head to port and make that trip on a consistent loop 52 weeks a year. Hailing from Yorkton that story-line

is clear as potash trains pass through the city more and more regularly, usually just at a time people want to get from one side of the city to the other.

Many commodities are like that, oil coming immediately to mind as well. That is the reason many farm producers tend to favour new pipeline projects as they feel oil flowing through a pipe would take some load pressure off the rail lines.

Grain is more work for the rail companies.

Even in the time of inland terminals which have created larger catchments and centralize grain

collection far more than it was in the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s, it still remains a maze of pickup points.

And collections are based on export sales, which are hardly consistent. The need to move grain is not consistent, with an ebb and flow based on factors which the rail companies have little control.

However, the two national rail companies in Canada cannot expect to work completely on the basis of business decisions alone.

Both CP and CN have been tied directly to government in this country basically from the time they pounded the first spike.

The two companies need to hold some level of responsibility to serve Canada’s overall needs, grain movements included.

After all they were given huge tracts of land, and they have been allowed to evolve into virtual regionalized monopolies

Prairie Malt

Cargill Cares Council is pleased to support different programs focusing on education, food and security and environmental development within our community.

We are now taking applications for donation requests.

The application deadline is April 17, 2015.

Application forms are available from the Prairie Malt Administration OfÀce.

Please contact Shantell Redlick at 306-948-1608 if you require further information.

based on the remaining rail structure.

To find that government still wants to pull some of the strings in terms of the rail system should be expected.

From the government perspective rail still remains too important to a country as large as Canada, to leave the decisions solely to boardrooms where profit are the only true goal.

Our rail system and government have long been bedmates, and that remains true today.

The issue then, in terms of grain handling, is who has control of the blankets these days.

The weather may have been better this winter, but I doubt many would say the rail companies aced grain handlings.

The system is still not rolling smoothly, and that leaves the debate of how to make it work better for the grain system to continue.

There were really only

two avenues to go down.

One is for government to create a big stick to force rail compliance, and then be ready to rap the rail companies’ finger when needed. It has been the general approach in the sense government is the regulatory body which creates the framework within which the rail lines work.

Obviously, given the recent record on grain handling, the approach is not completely successful.

That suggests one of three possible problems.

To start the framework of regulations is flawed.

That may be part of the issue in the sense elements of the system, shoreline rail companies and producer cars as two examples, seem all but ignored by the big companies with little protection coming from the regulatory side.

The government may also not be losing its tools well. The federal

Conservatives are at their heart pro big business, so it is not like anyone expects this government to be overly heavily handed with CP and CN. Then the third thing one has to ask is if simply ill-directed.

Some have said the system needs to be rejigged to create a situation rail companies want to handle grain.

That might sound logical in terms of approach, but the only motivation for CP and CN would be better returns, and farmers will already suggest they pay too much to move grain from elevator to port, so how to switch things up to enhance service from the rail company side is unclear.

What is clear though is the system is still not working to the best advantage of agriculture, and solutions to improve the situation need to be a priority.

Continued investment in farmers, ranchers and agribusiness to keep Saskatchewan strong The Government of Saskatchewan recognizes the role a thriving and sustainable agricultural industry plays in the province’s economy with this year’s investment into agriculture programs and services.

The Ministry of Agriculture 2015-16 budget is $362.4 million.

“A successful agriculture industry is essential to Saskatchewan’s diversified economy,” Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart said. “Over the past number of years we have seen the agriculture sector grow, and our government is committed to ensuring that growth continues. A strong agriculture industry means a strong Saskatchewan.”

Agriculture continues to receive strong support in the 2015-16 Budget with minimal change

from last year. The 201516 agriculture budget contains $71.2 million for strategic initiatives, including $26.7 million for agricultural research and innovation.

The government will once again provide $4.2 million in industry assistance, for support of organizations like the 4-H Council of Saskatchewan, Canadian Western Agribition and Agriculture in the Classroom.

The 205-16 Agriculture Budget also contains $240 million to fully fund business risk management programs such as Crop Insurance, AgriStability and AgriInvest to support farming operations as they look to grow and expand.

The 2015 Crop Insurance Program includes ongoing enhancements giving producers more

Cover the province with one phone call.

Place a blanket classified!

306-948-3344

choice and flexibility.

As well, Crop Insurance premiums are decreasing for producers while coverage levels, on average, are increasing to $183 per acre, up from $162 per acre in 2014.

“This budget will help keep agriculture and Saskatchewan’s economy strong as we focus on building a productive and sustainable agriculture industry,” Stewart said. “Our government will continue to offer the programs and services that farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses need to be successful.”

The ministry’s 2015-16 Budget of $362.4 million is a 2.5 per cent decrease from last year. The previous budget included an above average amount of strategic initiative spending carried over from the first year of the Growing Forward (GF2) Agreement. This carryover spending is not required for the 2015-16 Budget.

The total GF2 commitment, $388 million over the five years of the program, remains the same.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 9

Council news for the Town of Asquith Asquith Town Council held its regular meeting on March 11 at the Asquith Town Council chambers.

Attending were Councillors Gail Erhart, Sue Sawicki, Garry Dumont, Ross Beal, Blair Warren, and C.A.O. Holly Cross.

Councillor Blair Warren was sworn in as a new Councillor and took his Oath of Office.

All of Council received a formal letter of resignation from Mayor James Maddin, resigning immediately from his position as Mayor.

Council regretfully accepted the resignation.

This office would like to take this time to thank Mr. Maddin for all of the time and hard work that he devoted to this position. Councillor Gail Erhart took over the Chair for the meeting.

The minutes of the February 11 regular meeting were accepted as presented.

February financial statements and the January bank reconciliations were accepted as presented.

A resolution was made to accept accounts paid in the amount of $25,006.63 and accounts payable in the amount of $75,699.60.

Water repairs were carried out in the 600 block of Cory Street, and the boil water advisory has been lifted.

The Resgrid system has been purchased for the dispatch of fire

personnel and it is now operational.

BN Metals has been contracted to remove white metals from the landfill, and the wood pile has been burned.

Nine grant requests for funding were received by the Asquith Recreation Committee for TIP Grants this year.

Councillor BlairWarren was assigned the portfolio of the Sportsgrounds Committee, the Town Personnel Committee and the Fire Department Committee.

The contracts for Cemetery Maintenance and for Sports Grounds Maintenance are now being tendered; all bids are to indicate the expected monthly contract and experience are to be received at the Asquith Town Office by 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2015.

A motion was made to appoint Doug and

Bonnie Voth of Kinley, Saskatchewan to the Eagle Creek Regional Park Board to represent the Town of Asquith.

There is still one more position available on the Board, and Council invites interested individuals to contact the Town Office for more information.

Resolution was made to write a letter to SUMA indicating that the Town of Asquith is not willing to redirect any of its Revenue Sharing to fund the Municipal Capacity Development Program.

A letter will be written to a ratepayer regarding a Bylaw infraction.

The by-election for a new Mayor will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 from 9 a.m. To 8 p.m.. An advance election will also be held on April 28, 2015 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.. Nomination Day, the deadline to turn in nomination papers,

is April 8, 2015.

A reminder goes out to all that a criminal record check must accompany all nomination papers.

Should there only be one nomination received, that individual will be declared Mayor by acclamation and no election will be held.

A final reminder goes out to all pet owners that any pet licenses not purchased by March 31, 2015 will result in a fine.

Also, complaints are starting to be received regarding barking dogs.

As the weather warms and neighbours start opening windows to enjoy the warmer weather, please keep in mind that while your dog barking does not bother you it may be interfering in the quality of life of others.

Please be respectful and responsible pet owners.

Happy Spring!

ENTER to WIN BIGGAR & DISTRICT ARTS COUNCIL

2015-16 SEASON TICKET 8 shows, 8 chances to win!

CLIP entry forms for the next 8 weeks from The Independent and ENTER weekly!

T L O C HET R A M UINT TURDAY,

Q

TH SA 9 RY #4 JANUAPerformance

NAME______________________________ Ph. No:_____________________________ Email:_______________________________ Drop off entries @ … de Moissac Jewellers, The Biggar Independent, Duperow Co-op, Pharmasave or Biggar Credit Union.

Duane Neufeldt

www.duaneneufeldt.com

All subscriptions expire December 31, 2014 Pick up -- $31.50; 40 Mile/Online -$36.75; Outside 40 Mile -- $42.00

Renew Now

By Phone: 306-948-3344

By Email: tip@sasktel.net

By Web: biggarindependent.ca

By Mail: Biggar Independent, Box 40, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0 In Person: 122 Main Street, Biggar, SK

Saskatoon/Biggar 403 Main Street, Biggar

306-948-8055

LAND FOR SALE in DUPEROW AREA ONCE in a LIFETIME OFFERING of PASTURE LAND!

Every 100 years or so, a rare offering of land comes up for sale in this aggressively sought after area.

Land location…

SW 31-34-16-W3rd SW & SE 36-34-17-W3rd NW & SW 25-34-17-W3rd NW & SW 30-34-16-W3rd • All 7 quarters are adjoining.

• Perimeter barbwire fence with cross fences.

• All parcels have excellent water source supplied by a multitude of dugouts, well springs and creeks.

• Comfortable, can support 125 - 150 cow-calf pair for grazing season.

Asking Price $1,183,000.00

Please, without hesitation, call Duane Neufeldt RE/MAX, 306-948-8055

LAND FOR SALE in DUPEROW AREA 15034SPS00

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

10 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

Ministerial ReÁections

brought to you by the Biggar Ministerial Association

PALS Easter Reflection

by Pastor Mark Kleiner Since this is a reflection for an Easter edition of the paper, I feel somewhat obligated to start at the empty tomb, and then go from there.

But, perhaps because I know this will hit the streets well before the celebration of Easter morning, and also because the Easter story doesn’t really wash without a word about what comes before, I will back up a little bit.

Actually, quite a lot.

Let’s travel together to the dawn of civilization, and then up to the present day.

Across all cultures, and in all times, we define our-

selves largely in relation to who/what we are not.

“Victims are key to every human story,” Sara Miles writes, “because outcasts define the centre.”* In other words, we create scapegoats – whether based on ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, it doesn’t really matter – for the purposes of vilification and identification.

The dominant group defines itself and asserts its dominance through the proper cultivation of scapegoats, who allow the non-scapegoated ones to take comfort in not being ‘like them’.

And then along comes Jesus.

Rather than uphold the

status quo of exclusion and scapegoating, the mechanism that makes the whole culture tick, Jesus instead actively seeks out the company of those relegated to the margins – the hookers, the crippled, the condemned, losers of all stripes. And Jesus starts to heal sick people, restore sight to those who are blind, cultivate a sense of belonging among those who never before got invited to a party. The kingdom of heaven has come near, and that old familiar order of insider/outsider; judge and scapegoat gets deeply shaken.

Soon people, lots of people, start to follow

Jesus.

For those responsible with maintaining the old order, founded as it is upon who is inside and who is outside, Jesus presents a real problem.

Either we take Jesus seriously and follow him into the unknown (and thereby relinquish our own power and control), or we stop Jesus and thereby preserve the traditional order of things.

Good Friday is the day when the world says ‘NO’ to Jesus, in the name of maintaining our old ways, holding up the boundaries between clean and unclean, the righteous and the sinners. Jesus gets scapegoated, convicted of blasphemy, and nailed on a cross to die.

Which he does.

The problem comes on the third day, Easter morning, when the women arrive at the tomb of Jesus’ burial and find it empty. Jesus, that per-

petual violator of boundaries throughout his lifetime, who on more than one occasion had raised the dead and thereby violated that most sacrosanct boundary of them all – the one between life and death – this Jesus is himself now risen from the dead. And, unlike the others whom Jesus has raised from the dead, He himself will never die again.

Do you see what this means? The one condemned to die, the scapegoat par excellence, has risen from the dead. The one who was wrong so we could declare ourselves right, He has received God’s thumbs up – everything up, for that matter: thumbs, body, legs, head, and all. What does this mean for us? What does this mean for how we define ourselves? How can we trust our scapegoating mechanism any longer?

Simply put, we can’t?

Where, then, will we place our trust?

Jesus, the risen One, invites us to place our trust in Him, and not in the ways of this world.

Following Jesus may – almost assuredly will – prove hazardous in a world thriving not on love but on division, but that’s okay. Christ is risen, He is risen indeed, Alleluia.

There is nothing to fear, because Jesus has conquered all, and there is nothing we can’t walk through with Him. So may the power of Jesus, the risen one, fill you as your celebrate His resurrection from the dead, and empower you to be His hands and feet, reaching out to those relegated to the margins, just as you find Him reaching out to you.

Happy Easter. *Sara Miles, Jesus Freak, pg. 10.

St. Gabriel and Our Lady of Fatima Easter Reflection

by Father Michel Bedard Dear Friends, In the book of Genesis we see God at work creating everything.

And then the reading says “God saw that it was good.” All that God created was good and yet humankind would destroy what God had created. We would even almost destroy ourselves.

Rivers would eventually become polluted. Respect for life would deteriorate.

People would refuse to live as a family and instead would compete against each other.

One would wonder if anything good would and could survive. In some strange way God knew He would have to reunify things. Harmony and peace again would have to reign. God would send His Son to do all this.

If we really believe in

Jesus we too will run to Him for all our needs.

Like the disciples in Mark 6 we will want to be companions of the Lord. We too will want to ride in His boat. As companions of Jesus we must educate ourselves about what Jesus wants of us. We must learn the definition of love – a word so much misunderstood these days. Jesus – in his word and actions – is our model. We cannot heal and cure if we are selfish with our talents or if we are selfish with our life.

Following Jesus means that we give of ourselves – that we become involved with the community in which we live. If we are older or sickly and cannot get around – we can pray for people and their work. The gospel tells us that people were

“begging him to let them touch even the fringe of his cloak. And all those who touched Him were cured.”

Even the least little act of kindness on our part can send a ripple of hope like we wouldn’t believe.

Just a smile or kind word given to someone can change their whole day.

Yes Jesus says: “When you did it to these the least of my brothers and sisters you did it unto me.”

The hymn “Faith of our Fathers” tells us all how to preach: “And preach Thee too as love knows how by kindly words and virtuous life.”

Soon it will be Easter again – may God bless you and your families and friends – may God bless all of us.

Much love!

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 11

The Tomb: A Memorial of Jesus’ Death and Resurrection

by Pastor Terry Wicks of Biggar Associated Gospel Church Why talk about a tomb?

Tombs or graves are seldom a favourite topic of conversation.

Tombs are a memorial to someone who has died, and the tomb Jesus’ body was placed in is no different, except it represents a different memorial – because it is empty!

Let’s consider the tomb that held Jesus’ body.

First, it was a borrowed tomb. It was the property of Joseph of Arimathea, a

wealthy and prominent member of the Sanhedrin.

He was a secret disciple of Jesus, secret for fear of the Jewish religious leaders, but he disagreed with the decision to crucify Jesus. Yet he courageously asked Pilate for Jesus’ body.

Secondly, a tomb is a place for Burial. Yes! Jesus died on the cross, and Joseph provided all that was needed to bury His body after Pilate granted permission.

Thirdly, Jesus’ burial place was barred to pre-

vent Jesus’ exit, or attempts by His disciples to remove His body. A large stone closed the tomb entrance, the stone was sealed, and guards were assigned to prevent the disciples of Jesus from taking His body and making Jesus’ claim of rising again the third day appear to have happened.

Little did they realize there was little chance of the frightened disciples stealing the body. More importantly, little did they realize how futile their ‘security’ measures

were against the power of God. Fourthly, the tomb Jesus’ body had been placed in was broken open in spite of the seal and the guards.

Women who followed Jesus came and found the stone rolled back and an angel who announced that Jesus was no longer in the tomb, but had risen from the dead as He had said he would. Peter and John came and found the grave clothes lying empty where the body had been laid, and Jesus was no longer there.

Finally, Jesus appeared bodily and alive to Mary Magdalene, to his 11 disciples, to Cleopas and a companion on the road to Emmaus, and to a gathering of five hundred believers before He ascended back to heaven.

The tomb where Jesus was laid is indeed a significant memorial to us.

It reminds us that He died on the cross bearing our sin, that we might experience forgiveness and redemption by trusting in Him as our substitutionary sacrifice. The fact

that the tomb was empty the third day after Jesus died and was buried there, reminds us that God’s Word is reliable in that the Old Testament prophecies and Jesus’ own word happened as they said.

Ultimately, the death and resurrection of Jesus remind us that eternal life God promises to all who trust Him is certain, because Christ conquered sin on the cross, and death by rising again.

Praise be to God for the memorial Jesus’ tomb provides.

Jesus of History or Christ Alive Today? then and there. They went out with the joyous and grateful cry, ‘Christ lives in me!’ The Jesus of history had become the Christ of experience.” (“The Christ of Experience” in Bread and Wine: Readings for Lent and Easter).

Easter is not so much, something we remember and celebrate, as it is something we experience and live out in our lives here and now. As Jones put it so well, “The Jesus of history has become the Christ of experience.”

Through Jesus the Christ, God’s love became incarnate – love with flesh and bones, in the person named Jesus. God’s love lived and dwelled among us, as one of us, understanding fully, the human reality and experi-

“Not Even Death”

by Archie Jantzen, Arelee I remember just a bit about a movie, “Not Even Death.”

I remember it was about a family, whose love for each other couldn’t be destroyed by cancer, even when the person who had cancer – the mother – died.

That’s one great, grand truth that Easter teaches us: the positive goodness of our lives and our loving relationships will live on, even after we die. I’m counting on that. My kids tell me that, even though I have not been an ideal parent (far from it!) they appreciate the positive parts of my influence in their lives.

There’s more.

Jesus said “Because I live, you also will live.”

(John 14:19) His grand example, in life and in death, tells me that I can live my life with meaning and purpose. There’s a quality of life that I wouldn’t have without faith.

Furthermore, nothing – not even death – can

separate me from the love of God in Christ Jesus.

(Romans 8:38,39) He’s with me – with us – now and all the time. He will never leave us. (Hebrews 13:5).

Well, that puts a neverending time dimension into the picture (4-D?).

His resurrection assures me that God’s power and presence reach beyond the grave. At how many gravesides have I spoken such words of reassurance? As God raised Jesus from the tomb, so also He has promised to raise us from the grave. He told Daniel about it (Daniel 12:2) centuries before Jesus, and He reassured us of it through His great messenger, Paul. (I Corinthians 15 – the whole, long chapter).

As I sometimes say at the conclusion of a friendly visit, “See you again – if not here below, then there above!”

My long-lost Grandmother is counting on it, and so am I! “Happy Easter!”

ence of life. God’s love is so great, that it could not be destroyed, could not be chased off, could not be killed on a cross. We discover on Good Friday, that the worst we can be or do, cannot keep God from claiming us, redeeming us, loving us. On the cross, Jesus speaks words of forgiveness, words of promise, words of life.

And just when we think death and cruelty have had the last word, God’s love emerges out of an

empty tomb, with words of victory, hope and new life.

It is not death, pain, brokenness or sinfulness that have the final say in our world. Nor will those things keep God at bay. God enters the painful places, those bleak and lifeless places, and whispers words of hope, forgiveness, healing, and most of all love . . . endless and life-giving love.

Nothing can separate us from God’s love. God

enters the darkest places, and even death itself, and lifts us up, to see life, not for what it is or seems, but what can and shall be. Beyond the most difficult and painful things in life, is the promise of a new life, and God’s faithful, steadfast presence and enduring love.

The risen Christ, is a living, redemptive, lifegiving and empowering presence in the here and now. Through the Easter experience, Christ goes be-

yond the cross and grave, and shows us the power and wonder of God’s love.

No longer bound by space and time, the living Christ lives in the here and now, in us and through us and beyond, breathing new life into the world.

May the awesome love of God, the presence of the living Christ, and the lively Holy Spirit, bless you deeply this Easter and every day.

May God be praised!

Hallelujah!

GOOD FRIDAY, Friday, April 3 cont.…

PALM/PASSION SUNDAY Saturday, March 28 7 p.m. • Our Lady Fatima Roman Catholic Church, Landis

Sunday, March 29 9:30 a.m. • Asquith United Church Palm Sunday Service with Holy Communion 10:30 a.m. • Passion Sunday with the Liturgy of the Palms , Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans (PALs) at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 7th and Ontario 10:50 a.m. • Biggar Associated Gospel Church 11 a.m. • Perdue United Church Palm Sunday Service with Holy Communion 11 a.m. • Biggar United Church Palm Sunday Service 11 a.m. • St Gabriel Roman Catholic Church

MAUNDY THURSDAY/ HOLY THURSDAY Thursday, April 2…

3 p.m. • Asquith United Church 3 p.m. • Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans (PALs) at St. Paul’s Anglican Church 3 p.m. • Our Lady Fatima Roman Catholic Church, Landis, Lay led.

3 p.m. • St. Gabriel Roman Catholic Church, Biggar, with Father Bedard

EASTER VIGIL Saturday, April 4…

8 p.m. • Our Lady Fatima Roman Catholic Church, Landis

by Rev. Jane Gallagher, Biggar United Church Easter defies words; it is beyond encapsulation; it is beyond comprehension.

I realize each year, when I reflect on Easter, celebrate Easter, preach on Easter, or as I am now, trying to write on something meaningful about Easter, I am so often at a loss of words. How does one possibly convey something so expansive, so incomprehensible, so beyond words?

E. Stanley Jones wrote, “The early disciples had little ritual but a mighty realization. They went out not remembering Christ, but experiencing him. He was not a mere fair and beautiful story to remember with gratitude – he was a living, redemptive, and actual presence

EASTER SUNRISE ECUMENICAL SERVICE Sunday, April 5…

7:00 a.m. • INTERDENOMINATIONAL SUNRISE

6 p.m. • St. Gabriel Roman Catholic Church 7 p.m. • St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans (PALs) with Washing of the Feet at St. Paul’s Anglican Church 8 p.m. • Our Lady Fatima Roman Catholic Church, Landis

GOOD FRIDAY Friday, April 3…

10 a.m. • Perdue United Church 10:30 a.m. • Biggar Associated Gospel Church, Service of Remembrance with Communion 11 a.m. • Biggar United Church

SERVICE at Biggar Associated Gospel Church followed by breakfast EASTER SUNDAY Sunday, April 5…

9:30 • Asquith United Church 10:30 a.m. • Easter Sunday Service with Eucharist, Presbyterians, Anglicans and Lutherans (PALs) at St. Paul’s Anglican Church.

10:50 a.m. • Biggar Associated Gospel Church, Worship Celebration of Christ’s Resurrection 11 a.m. • Biggar United Church 11 a.m. • Perdue United Church, brunch to follow service 11 a.m. • St. Gabriel Roman Catholic Church

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

12 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

15034SMC02

505 Hwy. 7 West, Rosetown, SK S0L 2V0 OPEN: Monday - Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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

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

1.877.979.7999 www.rosetownmainline.net

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 13

300 Fisher Air Cadets accept challenge to achieve a high standard

by Capt. Melanie Sittler, CO 300 Fisher RCACS Meet Corporal Christopher Montgomery.

Cpl Montgomery is a very spirited, kind and giving individual who joined cadets in the fall of 2013.

As I did a presentation to the Grade 7-8 class at St. Gabriel School that fall, I knew that I would be seeing Mr. Montgomery at registration night.

He was the kid in the front row, all wide eyed, asking a million questions about cadets and what they did so it was no surprise when he appeared to sign up a week later.

Christopher jumped right in and engaged in every aspect of cadets and attended as many of the activities as he could.

Knowing Christopher is a privilege, his generosity and kindness is what you notice about him immediately. And, Christopher is a staunch rule follower, always interested in making sure that he and his peers are maintaining a professional standard in their conduct and not over stepping boundaries. It is no surprise that, by virtue of its military affiliation, the cadets are expected to maintain standards in behaviour, in dress, and in

conduct, which includes maintaining a hair standard as well.

This is where Cpl Montgomery’s story gets interesting.

When he first enrolled in cadets he had a very ‘healthy’ head of hair and was informed that a haircut would be required.

Over the next several months with some prodding and encouragement, his hair got shorter and shorter but still not quite standard. This was one of the ‘rules’ of cadets that Mr. Montgomery was struggling with a bit so we decided to employ some creative problem solving and the results became a story of inspiration!

Jordan Hagel, Christopher’s oldest sister, had suffered with cystic fibrosis since birth. Currently she lives in Vancouver and is on the waiting list for a double lung transplant. Because of this, she is required to live within 30 minutes of the hospital and when she gets the call, her mother and grandmother will have to travel to Vancouver and stay with her for several months to help her recover.

This is going to pose a significant financial burden to Jordan and her

Visit Jordan’s Facebook page “Fundraising for Jordan Skye Hagel (Jordy)” to view auction items or gofundme.com/lqfvfg. Jordan is in need of a lung transplant as she fights the battle of her young life with Cystic Fibrosis. (Submitted Photo)

family.

Knowing this, and how passionate Christopher is about his family and helping others, we decided to issue a challenge to him; a win-win scenario that would get his hair to standard and help his sister in her fund raising campaign. We challenged Cpl. Montgomery to collect pledges for one week and cut his hair in his sister’s honour. Then we challenged his fellow cadets to do the same. In the middle of it all Mrs. Jen Massie issued an additional challenge; she would cut off an inch of her long hair for every $100 the cadets raised up to eight inches! What started out as a personal challenge quickly mushroomed into a group effort – the cadets were determined.

One week later Cpl. Montgomery returned with some pretty amazing news, he and his family had canvased for pledges over the weekend and raised $1,500 on their own! Amazing news and it would only get better! By the time the totals were in for the night, the cadets, in one week, had collected and raised $3,071, and thanks

to Shari Mantie, Mrs. Massie was missing eight inches of hair and six of our cadets were sporting new sharp haircuts – all to cadet standard! Cpl. Montgomery will tell you it is the best haircut he’s ever had, one he wears with great pride knowing that he and his cadet family were able to help out his sister in such a great way.

This is the great thing about the cadet organization, it is open to everyone! There are no team try-outs or people get-

Jennifer Massie, Fisher Squadron supporter and volunteer, shows off her hair - every $100 raised means an inch cut off! (Submitted Photo)

Biggar & District Arts Council celebrating 36 years presents …

!! ast f ’ n i !! s go today! t e Tick yours Get

FRIDAY,

APR. 10 7:30 p.m.

Biggar Community Hall DOOR OPENS at 6:30 p.m. p.m

Y M M JI NKIN RA Tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers…

… presented by Biggar & District Arts Council, Stars for Saskatchewan Series Patrons… de Moissac Jewellers, Westwinds Motor Hotel , Shop Easy Foods, Wylie Seeds, Biggar & Landis Insurance Services Sponsors…

Hair Challenge participants, left to right: Jennifer Massie, Riley Elias, Joelle Hagel, Jesse Montgomery, Regan Sittler, Christopher Montgomery, Shari Mantie, Riley Campbell. (Submitted Photo)

in this amazing organization is a life changing experience and will set them up for success in all aspects of life.

We encourage you to check out Jordan’s Facebook fund raiser where she has auction items and a link to her Go Fund Me page. Our goals were to raise some money and awareness for Jordan’s cause and to have some fun with maintaining our cadets dress standards. I would say mission accomplished!

Christopher Montgomery winces as his new ‘do’ is coifed. (Submitted Photo)

Sporting a regulation cut, Christopher’s stylish cut is a fund raising success for Fisher Cadets. (Submitted Photo)

ting cut from the team, a wide variety of fun and engaging activities, the opportunity to build lifelong relationships and the cadets can fully participate in every aspect of the program at no cost or financial burden to the family. And what’s more, the leadership, citizenship and fellowship that they learn is a gift they have for their whole life.

Since joining cadets Cpt. Montgomery has inspired his other siblings to do the same. For many of our youth, involvement

Biggar & District Credit Union

$30 per person

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

14 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

15034SMC01

505 Hwy. 7 West, Rosetown, SK S0L 2V0 OPEN: Monday - Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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

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

1.877.979.7999 www.rosetownmainline.net

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 15

Saskatchewan men fined $6,970 for unlawful hunting Two Saskatchewan men were recently fined a total of $6,970 in Outlook provincial court for unlawfully hunting moose in the Elbow area.

Craig Hassett of Saskatoon and Wade Hassett of Craik, pleaded guilty to four charges under The Saskatchewan Wildlife Act and Regulations for unlawfully allowing

a hunting licence to be used by another person, unlawfully possessing wildlife taken in contravention of the Act, and two counts of unlawfully allowing edible game to be wasted.

Craig Hassett was fined $4,760, and Wade Hassett was fined $2,210. In addition, both men were suspended from hunting

for one year.

The charges resulted from a call to the Ministry of Environment in October 2014. Conservation officers investigated the call and found a dead bull moose that had been shot and left in the Outlook area. No meat, antlers, hide or other parts had been removed from the moose. Evidence

found at the scene led to both men being charged.

“The public’s assistance is invaluable as we work to protect and preserve Saskatchewan’s natural resources,” Ministry of Environment Compliance and Enforcement Director Ken Aube said.

“I‘m confident that the

penalties in this case will help deter others from this type of illegal activity.”

This is a prime example of how the public can assist in solving crimes through the Turn In Poachers (TIP) program, which is strongly supported by the Saskatche-

wan Wildlife Federation (SWF).

“Saskatchewan’s wildlife laws exist to protect and preserve healthy game populations,” SWF Executive Director Darrell Crabbe said.

“Our province is blessed with tremendous hunting opportunities and it is important that we carefully manage these wildlife resources. Those who choose to ignore these rules steal opportunities from legitimate hunters, and potentially jeopardize wildlife populations.”

If you suspect wildlife, fisheries, forestry or environmental violations, please call your local Ministry of Environment office, Saskatchewan’s toll-free Turn In Poachers line at 1-800-6677561 or #5555 for SaskTel cellular subscribers, or report a violation online at saskatchewan.ca/ conservation. You may be eligible for cash rewards from the SaskTip Reward Program.

Advertising doesn’t cost, Biggar Central School Girls Single, Besse Stone, keeps her eye on the birdie. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

• Test your Blood Pressure FREE • Customized Gift Baskets year round

Bird Bonanza . . . St. Gabriel Saint, Sara Thompson serves, Saturday at Biggar Central School. BCS hosted the a junior tournament with athletes from around the district hitting the courts. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

EASTER ~ CARDS RDS; EGG COLOURING KITS

Folgers Coffee,

$9.999

Stock up on…

Áu & cold remedies; ies; lotions & moisturizers zers

‘Planters’ Nuts & ‘Signature’ Trail Mix…15% off

Jewellery…

25% off

It’s a Boy! ‘Emerson Anthony’ is here!

Congratulations Ashlyn and Bob

(some exception exceptions i s aapply) pply) l

• Lottery Terminal Centre • FREE H Home D Delivery li

Leslie’s Drugstore Ltd. 205 Main St. • Biggar •

306-948-3397

• Test your Blood Pressure FREE

• Customized Gift Baskets year round

it pays!

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

16 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

Chef Dez on cooking

Salad dressings: Cold sauces for your lettuce

Most don’t consider salad dressings to be sauces, however they share the same definition: a flavourful liquid that enhances a finished dish.

Salads do not all necessarily share the characteristic of being made out of lettuce; they do however almost always depend upon a dressing of one aspect or another.

Oil and Vinegar is probably the most common homemade dressing.

It can be made very simple or quite complex.

The most frequent question I get asked, when it comes to making this type of dressing, is “what oil to vinegar ratio should I be using?”

Firstly,thisdependsupon one’s tolerance and desire for acidity. I personally prefer a 2:1 ratio of oil to vinegar: meaning two measurements of oil for every one measurement of vinegar. However, a 1:1, 3:1, 4:1, or even a 5:1 ratio can function just as well, depending on one’s tastes. Lemon juice can be used with, or in place of, the vinegar if desired.

The technique of making a satisfying oil and vinegar dressing will rely more upon the balance of flavours rather than just the ratio used. Different flavourings will either compliment or counteract a ratio, and thus it will have to be tasted and adjusted as needed.

All oil and vinegar dressings are emulsified

(mixed together) before serving. They can be either temporarily emulsified or permanently emulsified.

A temporary emulsion is when the mixture is shaken and the oil and vinegar is combined together temporarily.

Shortly thereafter, the oil and vinegar will separate once again. A permanent emulsion requires the use of an emulsifier, such as egg yolk. The egg yolk particles will coat both the oil and vinegar particles and keep them suspended in each other rather than separating. To create this, the oil must be whisked in vigourously while adding it very slowly to the other ingredients. All emulsifications, whether temporary or permanent, always work better at room temperature, as oil is harder to breakdown when it is cold.

Mayonnaise is basically an emulsion of egg and oil.

Dressings made with mayonnaise as a base are very popular as well. Potato salad is a classic example of this.

Mayonnaise however, is in drastic need of additional flavours in order for it to become a great salad dressing. Please don’t be afraid to experiment, as some of the best dressings come from being creative and trying something new. Most importantly, it is a necessity to taste and re-season once the salad has been assembled with the dressing.

Potatoes or pasta, for example, on their own

are very bland. They will definitely reduce the impact of flavour in the dressing. Have you ever been to a picnic when someone has volunteered to bring the potato salad, and it tasted incredibly bland? You automatically think to yourself “did they even taste this?”

Salad dressings can also be made from other ingredient bases such as sour cream or yogurt.

While these would be replacements for a mayonnaise based dressing, they do lack the richness mayonnaise provides. However, low or non-fat varieties of sour cream or yogurt would be ideal for accommodating a lower fat diet.

Please keep in mind that these may be low in fat and high in protein, but may also be high in carbohydrates. Therefore they would not suit all forms of dieting.

As previously mentioned, the main focus, on whatever dressing one is making, should be on developing flavour.

Dear Chef Dez: I always have trouble making Caesar Salad dressing. I always make sure I add the oil very slowly when combining, however it always separates rather than coming together to form a nice creamy dressing. I know the egg I’m using in the recipe is supposed to keep it together.

What am I doing wrong?

Leah L. Abbotsford, B.C. Dear Leah: Three things come to mind immediately.

One is, as I mentioned above, to make sure that the ingredients (especially the oil) are as close to room temperature as possible.

Two, if the recipe calls for the use of whole eggs, substitute for just egg

Access Communications supports CRTC’s ‘Let’t Talk TV decision’ Access Communications is pleased with the March 19 Canadian Radiotelevision and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announcement regarding the Let’s Talk TV initiative.

The decision supports consumer choice by eliminating most regulatory and wholesale barriers for pick and pay channel flexibility, an entry level TV package for Canadian content, ethnic channel distribution and more relaxed rules for channel packaging.

“We support consumer choice,” says Jim Deane, President and CEO of Access Communications Co-operative.

“Our customers deserve more flexibility at a reasonable cost. With this decision, we’re well-positioned to make these changes.

“We are satisfied with the commission’s direction towards strengthening the wholesale code and reducing contractual barriers to offering more choices for consumers. An improved dispute resolution process will protect independent distributors like Access Communications,” Deane added.

Access Communications is, however, disappointed that the CRTC did not grant our application to be included in the licence exemption order. This exclusion will continue to have a significant negative financial impact for Access.

Most recently, the CRTC’s local programming improvement fund required contributions to a large vertically integrated telecommunications companies.

yolks, as they are the emulsifying ingredients, not the egg whites. For example, use two egg yolks to replace one whole egg.

Three, add the oil in a slow stream into the other ingredients using a food processor, rather than hand whisking.

If your dressing still

“breaks”, all is not lost.

Take the broken dressing out of the processor, and puree another egg yolk while adding the broken dressing in a slow steady stream.

The extra egg yolk should help to emulsify it properly.

Send your food/cooking

questions to dez@chefdez. com or P.O. Box 2674, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6R4. Chef Dez is a Food Columnist, Culinary Instructor and Cookbook Author. Visit him at chefdez.com.

Every deduction and credit count$.± Maximum Refund Guarantee* Our Maximum Refund Guarantee* ensures you get all the deductions and credits you’re entitled to.

Speak to an H&R Block Tax Professional today.

223 Main Street Biggar, Sk. S0K 0M0 Phone: 306-948-2183

hrblock.ca | 800-HRBLOCK (472-5625) © H&R Block Canada, Inc. At participating offices. Some restrictions may apply. See office for details.*If H&R Block makes an error in the preparation o your tax return, that costs you any interest or penalties on additional taxes due, although we do not assume the liability for the additional taxes, we will reimburse you for the interest and penalties.

f

BUILDINGS FOR SALE BY TENDER The following buildings are for sale by tender. They are located in the Hamlet of Feudal, Sask. All buildings are being sold as is, where is and must be removed from the property no later than September 1, 2015.

Building #1 - Garage

Building #4 - Steel Quonset

Approximate size… 18’x24’

Approximate size… 36’x72’

Building #2 - Storage Shed

Building #5 - Storage Shed

Approximate size… 16’x20’

Approximate size… 16’x22’

Building #3 - House

Building #6 - OfÀce

Approximate size… 22’x48’

Approximate size… 20’x24’

All buildings are sold as is, where is and are to be removed from the property by September 1, 2015. All dimensions listed above are approximate.

The highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.

A deposit of 25% of the tender amount must be included with each tender (only cashed upon acceptance of the tender). The balance of the tender must be paid prior to the removal of the building(s). If the building is not moved by September 1, 2015, the 25% deposit shall be automatically forfeited. The tender is for the buildings only and will not contain any potential contents.

For further information on any of the buildings, please contact Jim Cleghorn at the Central Plains Co-op, 306-237-4639 Submit tenders in writing to…

Central Plains Co-operative Ltd. Box 970, Rosetown, SK S0L 2V0 Att: M. Moon, Building Tenders Fax: 306-882-2210 Email: mmoon.cpcl@sasktel.net

Tenders will close on April 10, 2015 at 12 noon.

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 17

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

Careers

Employment Opportunity Servers and cooks, part-time and full-time, needed at Oasis Golf Eatery at Perdue, Sask.

Please call 306-948-5445, leave message or email resumes to relleys@sasktel.net or Box 1269, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0 11c3

TOWN OF BIGGAR Applications are being accepted for the SEASONAL PUBLIC WORKS positions for the period: May - September 2015. Applicants shall state earliest date available for employment and dates not available for work due to other commitments. Information on duties and wage rates can be obtained from the undersigned. Deadline for applications/resumes: April 10, 2015 Apply to: Mark Haynes, Town Foreman Town of Biggar P. O. Box 489 Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0 Email: townofÀce@townofbiggar.com

YOU WANT TO BE PROUD OF YOUR WORK. WE PROVIDE A REASON. Duperow Co-op is looking for an: Ag Clerk/Yardhand Duperow Co-op is a farm supply located 14 miles from Biggar, Sask. We maintain a large inventory of farm hardware and general merchandise, as well as farm chemicals and petroleum products. Our staff works closely with our membership to supply the needs of farmers and rural residents. We require an individual with interest in working with our staff in serving the Duperow Community. Our departments carry lube oils, petroleum equipment, ag equipment, cattle feed and equipment, fence posts and rough lumber, tires, and many other products. The job includes loading customers (including chemical – TDG); operating a forklift; farm delivery; tire repair; invoicing and sales; maintenance of equipment, yard, and warehouses. Farm background is an asset, but we will work with the individual to develop skills needed to serve our community.

For more details on the job description or to apply, contact Ted Craig at Duperow Co-op: Email: duperowco-op@sasktel.net, Phone: 306-948-2706

TOWN OF BIGGAR

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

Looking for Class 1A or 3A DRIVER, Seasonal Work April 6 - June 30 To deliver NH3 Driver’s abstract necessary.

Must pass drug & alcohol exam.

Apply to‌

Biggar, Sask.

306-948-1753 Email resume to‌ gerald.bell@cpsagu.ca

Temporary Employment

YARD AND WAREHOUSE SUPPORT Approximately 2 - 3 months Driver’s Abstract necessary Must take WHMIS & TD6 Must have Grade 12 Must pass drug and alcohol exam Drop resume at‌ 801 Highway 4 South, Biggar, Sask.

Phone‌ 306-948-1753

Need

is accepting applications for the following Seasonal Positions‌ Biggar Aquatic Centre: • Assistant Pool Manager • Full-time and Part-time Lifeguards/Instructors *Please include photocopies of all current certiďŹ cations *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 certiďŹ cation.

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. • Biggar Aquatic Centre positions will run until approximately August 31, 2015. Day Camp Assistant positions will run until August 28, 2015. Recreation Maintenance will run until approximately August 28, 2015. • 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 OďŹƒce, 306-948-3317 or recreation@ townofbiggar.com

Deadline for all applications/rĂŠsumes is April 2, 2015.

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

FULL COLOUR or BLACK & WHITE

We offer a diverse, supportive environment where you will grow personally and professionally as you learn from some of the most talented people in your field. With nearly 150 years of experience, Cargill provides food, agriculture, financial and industrial products and services to the world.

NOW HIRING: JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN Biggar, Saskatchewan Job # BIG00116 Prairie Malt, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cargill Limited, has immediate openings for a Journeyman Electrician at our malt processing plant in Biggar, SK. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be an integral member of the plant maintenance Team responsible for maintaining, repairing, and installing mechanical equipment in a safe and cost effective manner, as well as participating fully in the Plant Safety Program.

This hourly position pays $37.98/hr as per our Collective Agreement and includes comprehensive benefits including company pension plan, annual bonus (incentive plan), paid lunch-breaks and standard day shift work schedules consisting of 4x10-hr day shift weekdays with occasional overtime and off-hour paid call-ins.

Qualifications: t 1PTTFTTJPO PG SFMFWBOU WBMJE *OUFSQSPWJODJBM +PVSOFZNBO 5JDLFU 3FE 4FBM

t .JOJNVN ZFBST FYQFSJFODF XJUIJO BO JOEVTUSJBM NBJOUFOBODF FOWJSPONFOU t #BTJD LOPXMFEHF PG JOEVTUSJBM TBGFUZ GPPE TBGFUZ BOE FOWJSPONFOUBM regulations. t 4USPOH QSPCMFN TPMWJOH TLJMMT BOE HPPE XSJUUFO BOE WFSCBM communication skills. t 4USPOH XPSL FUIJD BOE B EFTJSF UP CF QBSU PG B IJHI QFSGPSNJOH UFBN t .VTU CF MFHBMMZ FOUJUMFE UP XPSL GPS $BSHJMM $BOBEB PO B OPO UFNQPSBSZ CBTJT Preferred: t &YQFSJFODF JO HSBJO BOE PS QSPDFTTJOH QMBOU BOE PS GBDUPSZ FOWJSPONFOUT t 1-$ BOE PS QSPDFTT DPOUSPM FYQFSUJTF B QMVT t ,OPXMFEHF PG UIF .BJOUFOBODF 3FMJBCJMJUZ NFUIPEPMPHZ BOE QSPDFTTFT For position details and to apply online, please visit: https://cargill.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=BIG00116

Cargill is an equal opportunity employer.

BETTER TOGETHER

Obituaries Donalda Constance Aylward September 22, 1931 – March 18, 2015 Donalda Aylward passed away on March 18, 2015 at the Kindersley Heritage Manor at the age of 83 years. She was born to Hugh and Olive Clark September 22, 1931 on the family farm north of Lydden (Duperow), Sask.

Donalda is survived by children: Adele McLeod (Doug) of Plenty, Sask., son, Joseph (Fran); Andy Aylward (Bev), daughters, Tammy Roblin (Wayne) their children Kirklan and Shea, Tabitha Stefanick (Russell) their children Adam and Katie; Leslie Aylward (Pat), sons Trent (Katie) daughters Shayla and baby Audrey, Kevin (Megan); Leonard Aylward, daughter Sydney and son Clark; brother, Ives Clark (Claudette), brotherin-law, Roy Atkinson; and too many nieces and nephews to list.

She was predeceased by her husband, Frank Aylward; grandson, Christopher McLeod; brother, Lloyd Clark; sisters, Isabel Walper and Louise Powell; brothersin-law, Joe, Alf and Bob Aylward, Harold Caird, Harry Walper, Buzz Powell; sisters-in-law, Marie Caird, Helen Redlick, Bette Atkinson, Ida Aylward, Joyce Aylward (Bourk).

Interment will be a private family ceremony at the Ruthilda Cemetery followed by a reception on SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2015, 2:00 p.m. at the Biggar New Horizons Hall, 117 - 3rd Avenue W., Biggar, Sask.

In lieu of flowers memorial tributes may be directed to the Kindersley Integrated Health Care Facility, The Heritage Manor, 1003 - 1st Street W., Kindersley, SK, S0L 1S2. Please note Activities Handi Bus on your donation.

To send online condolences please visit shanidarfuneralservices.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Pierre A. Charpentier, 306-882-4224.

13c1

PHOTOCOPYING‌ stop @ The Independent, 122 Main St., Biggar

ADVERTISING doesn’t cost ... it PAYS!

18 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

Obituaries William Kupczyk November 1, 1926 - March 10, 2015 Bill Kupczyk of Penticton, B.C. passed away in the Penticton Hospital on Tuesday, March 10, 2015. He was born November 1, 1926, the oldest child of Alex Kupczyk and Jessie (Olinyk), living various places in Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

Bill followed in his father’s career with the CNR for 32 years in Biggar, Sask. He married Marion White in 1950, together they raised their family until their retirement in 1982. They retired to Abbotsford, B.C. in 1984 and then moved to Penticton, B.C. in 2011. They resided at the Hamlets Care Facility till his passing.

Bill was predeceased by his parents; and sister, Olga Duncan. He is survived by his wife, Marion; son, Bill and Sandi of Regina, Sask., grandson, Bill Jr. & Keri-Lynn and her daughter, Olivia; granddaughter, Christina (Brendan) Tuchsherer and children, Alexander and Cassidy; son, Gordon and Diane of Penticton, B.C., Chad (Krista) and children, Anna, Sara and Meagan, Jody (Shaun) Binions and children, Massie, Ivy and Corwin, Kara ( Jon) Cara and children, Kinston and Vayda; daughter, Linda and Vern Bartsch of Luseland, Sask., Ryan (Lisa) and Mason, Michael (Kim).

At Bill’s request there was no service.

13p1

Elma Edith Turuk It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Elma E d i t h Tu r u k ( n e e Friske) on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at the age of 84 years.

She was predeceased by her loving husband, Henry; her mother and father, Edith and Karl Friske; brothers, Lou and Clarence; and son-inlaw, Bruce Falcon.

Elma leaves to mourn her children, Vivian, Brenda (Pete), Steven (Terri), Clarke (Betty); ten grandchildren and numerous greatgrandchildren; brothers, Charles (Delores), Ben (Rosie); brother-in-law, Bill (Vera); sisters, Thelma, Leona (Harold), Ruthie (Wayne) and Connie.

Mom was a long time member of the Lutheran Church and was a member of the Legion Ladies Auxiliary in Biggar, Sask. While in Biggar, she worked at New Horizons for 23 years. Upon leaving Biggar, she returned to the farm to care for her mother and father. After that she moved to Sutherland House where she was very active.

In her spare time, she enjoyed building puzzles with her friends, playing cards, bingo and outings with the Sutherland House bunch. And “of course” watching curling. When her health started to decline, she spent her last days at St. Paul’s Palliative Care.

The Funeral Service was held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24 at St. Paul’s Bergheim Lutheran Church, Bergheim, Sask.

Arrangements in care of Wally Markewich, Mourning Glory Funeral Services, 306-9785200, www.mourningglory.ca 13p1

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

Obituaries Denis Eugene Robillard January 13, 1953 - February 22, 2015 It is with great sadness that the family of Denis Robillard announces his passing on Sunday, February 22, 2015.

Denis is survived by his wife, Karen; their sons, Kevin (Karlee) and granddaughters, Rayn and Asia of Saskatoon, Sask.; Daniel (Sheena) Robillard and granddaughter, Emry of Saskatoon, Sask.; son-in-law, Morgan Anderson and grandchildren, Ryder, Avery and Hudson of Biggar, Sask.; sisters, Sharon (David) Salisbury of Weyburn, Sask., Paulette Ireland Hegland of Biggar, Sask., Suzanne (Brian) Bitz of Saskatoon, Sask., Michelle (David) Beeson of Biggar, Sask.; brothers, Michael (Bob) Robillard of Toronto, Ont., Laurie Robillard of Biggar, Sask.; motherin-law, Joyce Martin of Biggar, Sask.; sisters-inlaw, Laurie (Philip) Schwebius of Wilkie, Sask., Colleen Neufeld of Kerrobert, Sask.; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his daughter, Tanys Anderson (2014); parents, Anthony and Florence Robillard.

Denis Eugene Robillard was born January 13, 1953 in Biggar, Sask. to Tony and Florence Robillard. He was the oldest son of seven siblings. He attended school at St. Gabriel Convent until Grade 9, then attended Biggar Composite High School where he graduated in 1971.

Denis was an all round athlete. While growing up, he played baseball, hockey and was an avid golfer and was on the Barracuda Swim Club.

Growing up Denis was a huge help to his Dad on the farm. Being the oldest son, he learned to drive truck at an early age. His Dad referred to him as the main man on the farm. After graduation, Denis moved to Edmonton, Alta. and worked in a tire shop. Soon after, he moved back to Biggar and started working for the CNR, here is where he continued working until his retirement in 2008.

Denis married Karen Martin on June 18, 1977. He often referred to his wife as the “Lovely Karen”. He truly adored her and together they were the perfect team. Together, they raised three wonderful children, Tanys, Kevin and Daniel. From there, they had six beautiful grandchildren, Rayn, Ryder, Avery, Asia, Hudson and Emry. Denis always had a sparkle in his eye when they were around or when he spoke of them.

Family was very important to Denis. Whether it was golfing with the boys, fishing with family or the endless hours of cards at any Robillard function. He was a very proud father and grandfather. Whether it was a dance recital, hockey game, swim meet, or a cross country race, Denis was there and ever so proud.

Denis was a man with a true zest for life. He loved warm winter holidays, casino trips and spending summers at Emma Lake and later Turtle Lake. Denis was also an exceptional cook.

He was the main chef at the lake, at home and at any family gathering, from his famous spaghetti, ribs or clam chowder. I think we can agree his creations were amazing.

Denis will be remembered for his jokes, his sense of humour and his contagious laugh. We will remember his funny little sayings, such as, “Where’s that box?”, “Does your face hurt?”, “You go girl”, and “Watch your wee Heed”. I am sure we can all say he got us all with those time and time again.

It’s hard to sum up the life of someone who meant so much to so many people. We can hold on to the memories of this wonderful man, speak

Obituaries of him often with love in our hearts and we can say… it’s not goodbye, it’s until we meet again.

Prayers were held on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 7 p.m. from St. Gabriel Roman Catholic Church, Biggar, Sask. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Thursday, February 26, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Father Michel Bedard as celebrant.

Cross Bearer was James Ramos; servers were Landen Boisvert and Junel Villanueva; Eucharist Ministry was Doreen Gaudet, Carl Nicholls, Trish Nicholls; Readers were Jeff Sopczak and Natalie Chupik. Offertory gifts were grandchildren, Rayn Robillard, Asia Robillard, Ryder Anderson, Avery Anderson, Hudson Anderson, Emry Robillard. Honourary bearers were all those who shared in Denis’ life. Active Urn Bearer was Laurie Robillard. Interment followed in Biggar Cemetery, Biggar, Sask.

Tributes may be directed to Biggar & District Health Services Foundation, Box 1003, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0. Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar, entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family since 1963”. gfsc1

Memoriams

Cards of Thanks I would like to thank Biggar Diamond Lodge, to the manager and staff for the good work they did for me while I was in the Lodge. I would like to thank Linda for the food, you’re the best. I would like to thank Annabelle Hunter and helpers for cleaning and making it the tidiest place in Saskatchewan. I would like to thank the maintenance boys for the awesome work they did. I would like to thank the Laundry Department, you’re the best.

I would like to thank Cindy and Karen for the entertainment and exercises, you do an awesome job at keeping the people happy. I would also like to thank the volunteers that work with Cindy and Karen.

I would also like to thank Dr. Crane; I ended up with the best. Thank you! I would like to thank the doctors and the nurses, you are the best.

It’s the best place to be home, thank you.

P.S. “The Night Hawk”, Ted Bishop 13p1 I would like to thank Dr. Muller, nurses and staff and Biggar Ambulance Service, for the kindness and help they gave, while I was a patient in Biggar and Saskatoon hospitals. Also thank to my family, friends and neighbours, who called, visited and enquired about me. Many thanks everyone. … Dorothy Larlham 13p1

Coming

George Harold Domes July 19, 1923 - March 28, 2014

Martha Helen Domes June 14, 1919 - April 28, 2014

“In our hearts forever…” …Ruth and Barb Domes and families

Cards of Thanks The family of Denis Robillard would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Muller, nurses and staff at Biggar Hospital for the excellent care given to Denis. Thank you to Father Bedard for prayers, visits and officiating the church service, St. Gabriel’s choir, organist, servers, readers, Eucharist ministry and the CWL for lunch and all those who provided their service at the payers and funeral.

Thank you to Bob Clothier and Ed Young of Grondin Funeral Services. Thank you to Colleen, Denis’ sister-in-law, for giving the eulogy. A HUGE thank you to family, friends for the suppers you provided us and neighbours George Harold for your acts of kindness. Thank you all for your Domes visits, phone calls, flowers, food and cards. Your July 19, 1923 kindness will never be forgotten.

March 28, 2014 … Karen; Kevin and Daniel and families; Martha Helen Robillard families Domes 13bfsc1 June 14, 1919 The family of Ken Lindgren would like to April 28, 2014 thank Dr. Muller, hospital staff and EMS for “In our care hearts their excellent given to him at his many forever…” stays in hospital.

We would also like to thank everyone for …Ruth all cards,and flowers, Barb donations, food, comfortingDomes words and andfamilies hugs.

Thanks to Rev. Jane Gallagher for the beautiful service and United Church ladies for the lovely lunch. Thanks to Grondin Funeral Services for all their help and compassion through this difficult time. Everything is greatly appreciated. … The Lindgren Family 13p1 For ALL your stamp needs… call The Independent @ 306-948-3344

S U N D A Y S in MARCH: Presbyterians, Anglicans and Lutherans (PALs) will be worshipping at Redeemer Lutheran Church at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, March 29, there will be potluck after church.

Everyone is welcome.

For pastoral services, phone Pastor Mark Kleiner at 306-9483731 or 306-9517122.

48/10tfn SUNDAYS… You are invited to the weekly services of Biggar Associated Gospel Church, corner of 8th and Quebec Street, Worship at 10:50 a.m.

Adult Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. The church office number is 306-948-3424, Terry Wicks, Pastor.

36tfn SATUR DAY, MARCH 28: Biggar & District Arts Council presents…

“PEAR”, 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 tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 306-9482452.

8c6

W E D N E S DAY, APRIL 1: Biggar New Horizons is hosting a 30th Anniversary Card Party, 1:30 for 2:00 p.m. start. Kaiser and Cribbage. Cost, $5, includes lunch.

Many prizes and a fun time. All welcome!

11c3 MONDAY, APRIL 6: Biggar Blood Donor Clinic, 3 - 7 p.m. at Biggar Community Hall.

Book appointment online: www.blood. ca or ph: 1-888-2366283. Sponsored by Biggar Kayette Club & Biggar CWL. 12c3 FRIDAY, APRIL 10: Biggar & District Arts Council presents…

“JIMMY RANKIN”, 7:30 p.m. at Biggar Community Hall.

Tickets: $30 per person.

Advance tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 306-9482452.

9c6

Place a classfied ad by phone 306-948-3344 or online tip@sasktel. net

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 19

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

Coming Events SATURDAY, MAY 2: Biggar & District Arts Council presents…

“MEMORY LANE featuring STEPHEN MAGUIRE”, 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 tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 306-9482452.

13c6

Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Estate of John (Jack) Howard Taylor, late of Biggar, Saskatchewan, 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 April 16, 2015 Rod Taylor Box 111 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Notices NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

BIGGAR COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE INC. Date: Tuesday, March 31 Location: Biggar New Horizons Time: 4:00 p.m.

Everyone Welcome!

For Sale

Vehicles

Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Landfill OR contact Quentin Sittler at 306-6582132 tfn Main Street Garage Sale is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition.

Please phone 306-948-1773 or 306-948-5393.

Pickup available. tfn

Heated AUTOMOTIVE SHOP RENTAL! Do your own work, 4-post truck lift with roller jack, 7,000 lb. capacity. Hourly or Daily rates. Phone: 306-9483670 or 306-948-4212.

44tfn

Stop in to…

1st Ave. West, Biggar 306-948-2700

Land for Sale PASTURE for Sale by Tender… R.M. Biggar 347. NE-24-35-16-W3, 32300 assess; NW-24 -35-16-W3, 29400 access; SW 24-35-16-W3, 33000 assess. Submit written tenders by May 15, 2015. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Ives Clark, Box 1599, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0 13p8

Notices

Land for Rent

Houses for Rent

CALL FOR

Farmland for Rent

by Tender… R.M. Grandview #349, SW26-35-19-W3, approx.

161 acres; NE-2935-18-W3, approx.

158 acres; SE-29-3518-W3, approx 119 acres. Land for cash rent. Submit tenders

by Monday, April 6, 2015 to Box 5, RR#1, Grandora, SK, S0K 1V0 or phone 1-306668-4374.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

12p3 Land for rent, pasture in R.M. of Eagle Creek. Call for details, 306-948-9186.

22tfn

Two and Three bedroom houses for rent. Close to downtown and school.

Fridge and stove included. For viewing call 306-948-3674 or 306-948-9517 or 306948-7022.

50tfn

SUBMISSIONS

for

“Mother of the Year” now being accepted ‘Mother of the Year Tea’ will be held Tuesday, May 5th …submit your favourite Mom letter, around 150 words or less,

stating what makes this lady so special.

All submissions will be honoured.

Drop off letters to the Prairie Branches, Nova Wood Centre, 104 - 6th Ave. East, Box 1690, Biggar or The Biggar Independent 122 Main Street, Box 40, Biggar.

Land for Sale or Rent Land for Sale/Longterm Rent in Salter area… one parcel, 4 quarters of farmland and pasture; one parcel, 5 quarters of farmland and pasture.

Taking offers to April 15, 2015, Albert Kammer @ 306-6584511 11p4

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

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

Services

ProvinceWide

If YOU are…

• NEW to our communities of Biggar/Landis/Perdue • Have a new baby Call WELCOME

WAGON at 306-948-3837 Sheila Itterman We have gifts and information www. welcomewagon.ca

Biggar & District Arts Council are available for bar tending services at your f u n c t i o n s / eve n t s.

Contact Denise at 306-948-2452.

40tfn

DEADLINE for ADS, CLASSIFIEDS

& NEWS

5 p.m. on

MONDAYS for Thursday Publication!

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

Employment Opportunity Truck/Transport Mechanic Required in Brandon, MB You offer: • Experience • Willingness to learn • Flexibility • Positive attitude We offer: • Competitive wage • Full benefits package • State of the art facility • Apprenticeship training for the right individual Call Tyler @ 204.571.0187 Email: theuchert @renaissancetrans.ca Fax to 204.571.9363

DEADLINE APR. 15, 2015 …support Prairie Branches with their annual recognition & fundraiser. *NOTE…mothers from various communities, service clubs and individuals will ALL come together to be honoured on the day of the tea.

Petlas Tractor Tires The tires that must be seen to be appreciated.

To learn more please visit www.valuetire.ca or call John @ 306 783 1555

306-948-3344

Wanted Mature Couple as resident lodge managers, Pawistik Lodge, Mile 190, Hanson Lake Road.

Duties include: Store management, basic bookkeeping, all duties related to the operation of a fishing lodge.

Qualifications: knowledge of boats and motors, general construction knowledge, good customer relations.

Please reply with resume to: Scott Jeffrey: 1-8005264177.

Email: scott@northernstar.ab.ca

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available.

Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Peter’s Bros. Paving, South Okanagan paving company, seeking experienced paving personnel (min. 3 years) for their highway division throughout BC. Relocation allowance may be available. Competitive wage $20.00 to $30.00 per hour plus benefits, full time seasonal. Please send resume to petersbros@ shaw.ca

www.biggar independent.ca 306-948-3344

BOX 40, BIGGAR, SK S0K 0M0

Phone: 306-948-3344; Fax: 306-948-2133 Email: tip@sasktel.net www.biggarindependent.ca CLASSIFIED AD RATES Deadline - Monday at 5 p.m.

25 words or less ...... $13.00 per week over 25 words ...... 25¢/word If The Independent P.O. Box Number is used add $3.00 PLEASE READ YOUR AD -- Advertisers should read their advertisement the FIRST ISSUE it APPEARS and report any errors in time for the next insertion.

The Independent is responsible subject to the conditions noted above, for ONLY the first incorrect insertion.

Obituaries, limit of 300 words, …without photo ..........................$65.00 …with black & white photo .....$70.00 …additional words, 25¢ per word “Happy” ads…Anniversary, Engagements, Birthday Greetings, etc. ................................................................$45.00 …with black & white photo ......$50.00 BOLD type ...................................$ 2.00 Italic type .......................................$ 2.00 Birth Announcements........$40.00 …with black & white photo ......$45.00 Administration Charges..............$ 5.00

CONDITIONS OF ADVERTISING ACCEPTANCE All advertising subject to publisher’s approval. It is agreed by The Independent and any advertiser using or requesting space that the publisher shall not be held liable for damages in event of non-insertion of or errors in advertisements. In excess of or beyond the amount paid for space actually occupied by the non-insertion, or by that portion of the advertisement in which the error or non-insertion occurred whether such error or noninsertion is due to the negligence of its servants or otherwise.

All advertisers must assume responsibility for errors in any advertisement which is supplied to The Independent in handwritten form or given over the phone.

• ALL CLASSIFIEDS MUST BE PREPAID •

NO REFUND on classifieds. Times to run must be stated at First Insertion. Enclose cheque, money order, Visa, MasterCard for your classified.

Other Advertising Rates Available upon Request.

The BIGGAR INDEPENDENT accepts advertisements in good faith. We advise that it is in your interest to investigate offers personally.

Publication by this newspaper should not be taken as an endorsement of the product or service offered.

SUBSCRIPTION RATES…per year Pick-Up/ONLINE…

$30 + $1.50 gst = $31.50

Inside 40-mile Radius…

$35 + $1.75 gst = $36.75

Outside 40-mile Radius…

$40 + $2 gst = $42

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

20 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

ProvinceWide

Agriculture

Land for Sale

… Budget, cont. from front page

FARMLAND WANTED

Employment Opportunity

For Sale

Is your company looking to recruit Aboriginal job seekers?

PROVINCE-WIDE CL ASSIFIEDS. Reach over 550,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306-649.1400 for details.

Advertise your job title and location in the classified section of 130 newspapers across Saskatchewan and Manitoba (950,000 Circulation) Have the position referred to on www.firstnationsjobsonline.com and your company website for the full job description.

Email: danbsully@sasktel.net for more information

First Nations Jobs nline Employment Business Opportunity Opportunity The World-Spectator in Moosomin is looking for a full-time reporter/photographer to cover community events, write news, sports and feature stories. Must have own vehicle. To apply, email resume and writing samples to kevin@world-spectator.com.

Wadena News seeks a full-time reporter/ photographer to cover news, sports, features, community events.

Own reliable vehicle required. Email resume and writing samples to: publisher. wadenanews@sasktel.net.

Auction

HIGH CASH PRODUCING Vending Machines. $1.00 Vend = .70 Profit. All on Location In Your Area.

Selling Due to Illness.

Call 1-866-668-6629 For Details.

Services Issues with an insurance claim? 40 years of experience to assist you with your settlement. Automobile/ property/liability & life. Call 306-5908987.

Vehicles Wrecking over 250 units... cars and trucks.

Lots of trucks...

Dodge...

GMC...

Ford... Imports... 1/2 ton to 3 tons... We ship anywhere... Call or text 306-821-0260.

Lloydminster

Estate Auction, Theodore, Sk., Saturday April 25, 10am, 124 Reese Street. House and Property, Household, Furniture, Appliances, Collectibles, JD Zero Turn Lawnmower. www. d o u b l e R au c t i o n s . net, 306-795-7387, PL#309790

For Sale BOSCH 800 watt Mixer $479, VITAMIX Blenders, SPIRAL slicers, SPIN Mop, BUNN Coffee makers, Grain mills, Omega JUICERS Call Hometech 1-888-6926724 Regina or shop online www.hometechcanada.ca

306-948-3344 tip@sasktel.net

REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Full boxes as low as $0.99/tree.

Free shipping. Replacement guarantee.

1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.

STEEL BUILDINGS...

“SPRING SALES WITH HOT SAVINGS!” All steel building models and sizes are now on sale.

Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

Wanted WANTED: COLLECTOR PAYING TOP PRICES for old advertising dealership signs, plastic or metal.

Service Station items, gasoline pumps, globes, oil cans. Red Indian, Buffalo, etc.

306-221-5908.

Antlers wanted. Deer, moose. Elk sheds. Top prices paid. Contact antlerbuyer@gmail. com. Ph 204-7961513

8.5”x11” white bond paper, 99/pkg

$4.

@ The Independent 122 Main St., Biggar

Best Herbicide Prices Guaranteed Featured Products: • Clever – one pass cleaver control • Smoke – loaded glyphosate • Foax – green foxtail and wild oats • Diquash - desiccant Dealers in most areas (new dealers welcome) 306 477-4007 info@gng.ag www.gng.ag

Seed & Feed HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

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

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

HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252 Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @ www.westerncommodities.ca

NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 206 1/4’s South - 75 1/4’s South East - 40 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 6 1/4’s North East - 4 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 51 1/4’s West - 49 1/4’s FARM AND PASTURE AVAILABLE

LAND

TO RENT

PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT. RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca

Houses for Sale BEST CANADIAN BUILT HOME

BY MODULINE! BEST PRICE! Personalized Service New homes starting at $69.00 per sq foot 1520 sq. ft. Temora $104,900 1216 sq. ft. Oasis $84,900

~ Call Stan ~ 306-496-7538 1-888-699-9280 www.affordablehomesales.ca Yorkton Weekend calls

Livestock Saskatchewan’s Largest Charolais Bull Sale, Wilgenbusch North of the 49th, combining their two sales into one. Monday, April 6th, at the farm, Halbrite, SK. 120 Two Year Old and Yearling Bulls. Most are polled, some red factor. Catalogue and video online at www. wilgenbuschcharolais. com. Sale broadcast on DLMS. John 306458-7873 or Craig 306-458-7482

CANADIAN MANUFACTURED backed by 10 year warranty -multi section, single section, motel style, and duplex family units Order Your Custom Home NOW for Spring Delivery Selling and Servicing Homes Across Western Canada for Over 40 Years!

1.800.249.3969 Check out our inventory at www.medallion-homes.ca Hwy 2 South Prince Albert

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

period of time.

“As a result of this change and overall growth in the potash industry, potash revenue is expected to be up by nearly $400 million this year,” Krawetz said. “This change was made following consultation with the potash industry, which continues to show tremendous confidence in Saskatchewan through major capital expansions.

“This interim step will be followed by a broader review of the entire potash taxation and royalty regime.

However, any further changes resulting from a review must balance the excellent investment and operational environment for this sector, which is so important to the provincial economy, with the need for a fair return for the owners of the resource, the people of Saskatchewan.”

As a result of controlling operating spending, Budget 2015-16 contains no tax increases and no reduction in revenue sharing with municipalities, which could have contributed to higher taxes at the municipal level.

Budget 2015-16 provides $265.3 million in revenue sharing - the largest grant ever provided to Saskatchewan municipalities - an increase of $8.3 million compared to last year, and an increase of $138 million or more than 108 per cent, from the 2007-08 Budget.

As Saskatchewan’s population continues to grow, so does its infrastructure and capital needs. This budget begins a four-year, $5.8 billion commitment - the Saskatchewan Builds Capital Plan - to construct and maintain needed infrastructure such as schools, health care facilities, municipal infrastructure, roads, bridges and highways.

Within the four-year plan, Budget 2015-16 provides more than $1.3 billion for core infrastructure in 201516, the largest infrastructure allocation in Saskatchewan’s history and an increase of almost 50 per cent from last year. This investment is in addition to $2.0 billion in capital investment forecast this year by the commercial Crown corporations - largely SaskPower, SaskTel and SaskEnergy.

Krawetz said this was a challenging budget but the province was in a better position to meet the challenge.

Contact US for Professional Printing of OFFICE SUPPLIES, FORMS and SERVICES… ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ;

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

; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ;

Posters Resumes Menus Programs and Booklets Pamphlets Christmas letters File Folders Address Labels Sticky Labels

; ; ; ; ;

Social Tickets Draw Tickets Calendars and Day Planners Wedding and Anniversary INVITATIONS Presentations and more, just INQUIRE…

Call now for your FREE quote on all your printing needs Phone: 948-3344 Fax: 306-948-2133 Email: tip@sasktel.net Box 40, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 21

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

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

BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES

Goldburg Electric Ltd.

Commercial and Industrial Electrical Wiring

• Residential • Commercial Contact Matt Craig

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

Cell: 306-221-6888

Michelle Spuzak,

Phone:

ELECTRICAL

306-948-5291

HEALTH/WELLNESS

Helping you Help yourself

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

Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan

PLUMBING & HEATING

306-951-8004 This space is available for only $80.60 plus gst… one column x 1 inch for 26-week prepaid commitment

R.M.T. (NHPC member)

PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

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

Services available…

•Therapeutic Massage •Wholisdtic Health Coaching •Pregnancy Massage •Emotional Release Therapy •In-home Sessions

~ Gift CertiÅcates ~ Email: mistyshadowswholistictherapies@ hotmail.com *Find us on Facebook*

Biggar, Sask.

306-948-3389

306-948-2548

Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

New Beginnings HEALTH/WELLNESS Wellness Centre

Biggar

“Putting PERSONAL back into fitness training!”

Wayne Baldwin, PFT, CPTA, CNHC

Weight Loss & Wellness Centre

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

(regular price is $9.94 per week = $258.44 plus gst)

Offering… One-on-One Rehab & Therapy Sessions

Call 306.948.3344

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

114 - 2nd Ave. W., BIGGAR

• ‘Ideal Protein’ Weight Loss • ‘Slender You’ Figure Salon Weight Loss Coach Anne G. Livingston 317 Main St., Biggar

* Limited Memberships available to fully equipped Private Fitness Studio & Cardio Room Gift Certificates available

MADGE ROOFING INC. “Setting a Higher Standard” ¬New Construction ¬Re-roofs ¬Torch-on ¬Tile ¬Metal ¬Asphalt ¬All repairs ¬Shakes ¬Inspections We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On Insurance Excellent Local References For a FREE estimate please call… 306-948-5453

Hair Salons Christina Prpick of

Mane Essence Hair Salon

• Taking appointments Wednesday, Thursdays and Fridays.

(Saturday and evenings on request) Contact Christina @

306-948-2712 PHOTOGRAPHY

306-717-2818 www.madgesaskrooÀng.com Biggar, Sask.

AGRICULTURE

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

www.photosbyjocelyn.com

306-948-2814

Fitness Centre Healthy Lifestyle Weight Loss 30-minute Circuit Personal Training Fitness Classes

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

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

Phone:306.882.2123 Emergency (after hours) 306.882.2006

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

Southeast entrance of Nova Wood Bldg.

Hours…

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

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

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

Phone: 306-948-5133

223 Main Street Biggar Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

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

306-948-3408

CAMPBELL ACCOUNTING SERVICES

OPTOMETRISTS

• Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • Financial Statements

Kirk Ewen

Moonlight Therapy

moonlighttherapy@hotmail.com

Ph: 306-948-4430 or 306-948-4460 rod.campbell@sasktel.net 122 Main St., Biggar, SK

INVESTMENTS In Biggar Every Tuesday.

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

For appointments…

1-855-651-3311

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

LEGAL SERVICES

BUSSE LAW PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors

302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

info@twhÀnancial.ca www.twhÀnancial.ca

SMALL ADS WORK You’re reading this one!

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

INVESTMENTS For all your investment needs, Visit…

306-948-3346 …serving your community since 1972

Peszko &Watson is a full service law office that practices…

Phone or Text:

Website: www.perdue massageclinic.com www.facebook.com/ perduemassageclinic

OFFICE HOURS

Doctor of Optometry

306-948-7682 or 306-948-7128

306.948.2208

306321-4991

115 - 1st Avenue West Rosetown, Sask.

Cell… 306-948-8048

Janet & Candice Moon Colour Energy Therapists …for info & appts

102 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

Registered Massage Therapist (MTAS)

BIGGAR ACCOUNTING SERVICES

Phone… 306-948-2548

…owned and operated by Brett Barber

Perdue Massage & Acupuncture Clinic

DR. GLENN RIEKMAN Dentist

Where you can feel right at home!

306-948-7274

Roofing

ACCOUNTING

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

Call Making Biggar Smaller!

- together with -

DENTAL

¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾

Criminal Law Commercial Law Family Law Real Estate Law Wills and Estate Law and our lawyers, Jason Peszko Lisa Watson Sophie Ferré look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

306-948-5352 or 306-244-9865

Dean McCallum, CFP, CIM, FCSI

Lyndsey Poole

Investment Advisor Credential Securities Inc.

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

Pamela Eaton Mutual Fund Investment Specialist Credential Asset Management Inc.

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

by Credential Financial Inc. and is used under license.

Get the Biggar Independent

Online

SUBSCRIBE NOW

Go to…

biggarindependent.ca to sign up

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

22 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

SERVICES INSURANCE

¾ Auto & Home Insurance ¾ Farm & Commercial Insurance ¾ Health & Travel Insurance ¾ Life Insurance & Investments ¾ Farm Succession & Estate Planning ¾ Notary Publics Landis Of¿ce Hours: Biggar Of¿ce Hours…

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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

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

304 Main St., Biggar Phone: 306-948-2204 Toll Free: 1-855-948-2204 Website: www.biggarinsurance.ca Email: biggar@biggarinsurance.ca

100 - 2nd Ave. W., Landis Phone: 306-658-2044 Toll Free: 1-855-658-2044 Website: www.landisinsurance.ca Email: landis@landisinsurance.ca

“We’ll getcha covered”

Contact us for all your insurance and Ànancial services 306-948-3926 …located in the Professional Building 223 Main St., Biggar

AUTOMOTIVE

M & N REPAIR th

701 - 4 Ave. E., Biggar

306.948.3996 Open Monday-Friday Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

REAL ESTATE

Saskatoon - Biggar Office DUANE NEUFELDT 403 Main St., Biggar

Licensed For: • Residential • Acreage • Farm

Proud sponsor of Children’s Wish Foundation

McNULTY’S MOBILE SEED CLEANING Custom Cleaning of H.R.S. & C.P. S. Wheat

Phone: 306-948-5678

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

Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

Call: Bill: Dale:

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

SGI Safety Inspection Auto Repair

Panasonic, Samsung,

1st Ave. West, Biggar

306.948.2700

Your authorized

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

SaskTel Mobility and

Cari Perih Residential Salesperson

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

306-948-3376

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

Cell: 306.843.7898 Bus: 306.446.8800 znerol.w@sasktel.net Web site: www.remaxbattlefords.com

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

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

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

Need FULL COLOUR or BLACK & WHITE

PHOTOCOPYING… stop @ The Independent, 122 Main St., Biggar

This space in this directory is available for only

$161.20 plus gst…

WHY NOT GET DOWN TO BUSINESS

BY PLACING YOUR CLASSIFIED AD, TODAY!

CALL 3069483344

Rebel Landscaping 306-948-2879, evenings 306-948-7207, daytime Ed Kolenosky • Driveways • Concrete • Garage Pads • Pruning • Planting

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

• Snow Removal • Fences •…and Laser Engraving • Promotional products much more (mugs, mousepad, etc)

“Your complete decal and signage shop”

306-

948-3955

t Delivery

Ask Abou

306-948-3312 sales@gvsigns.ca

A Sign of Qualilty!

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

306-948-5052

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

207 Main St., Biggar

1-866-664-5227

216 Main St., Biggar

Your Auto Parts and Accessories Dealer

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

of The Battlefords Independently Owned and Operated

Burnt Orange Solutions

BIGGAR LEISURE CENTRE

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

Sat. • 8 a.m. - Noon.

SoldByCari.ca

Not all computer consultants are CREATED EQUAL! The question is who can you TRUST! To HELP you select the right support company, download our FREE copy of Advisory Guide “19 Questions You Need to Ask” from www.burntorangesolutions.com/biggar We specialize in supporting Rural Businesses with 5-60 PCs with a 1-HOUR RESPONSE GUARANTEED. Projects completed on TIME and BUDGET-ALWAYS For new businesses with more than 5PCs, your Àrst hour is FREE

High Speed Internet Dealer

Open: Mon.-Fri.

Cell 306-948-7995

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

SERVICES

TIRES

BUSINESS OWNERS… Do NOT call for Computer and Network Support without READING this…

For all your Cereal and Pulse Cleaning

Heavy Truck Repair

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

WARNING

SEED CLEANING

one column x 2 inches for 26-week prepaid commitment (regular price is $20.16 per week = $524.16 plus gst)

Call 306-948-3344

227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar

306-948-1722

YH Truck, Ag & Auto

Jerry Muc Phone: 306-948-2958 Fax:

306-948-5699

Biggar Sand & Gravel • trenching • trucking • water & sewer • sand & gravel • excavating OfÀce …

306-948-5455 Anne G. Livingston

CertiÀed Custom Picture Framer

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

Call: 306-948-2101

Small moves and deliveries with ½ ton truck

Ph/fax: 306-948-3856 or cell: 306-948-7896 J. G. Smith

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

Phone: 306-948-5600

Call Anne @ 306-948-7274 greengables2@sasktel.net

HONEYBEE SEPTIC TANK SERVICE Bob Kobelsky

306-658-4474, Landis COURIER/HAULING Custom Embroidery Teams, Corporate and Personal Attire Judy Kahovec…

306-882-4313, cell 306-831-7935

COURIER/HAULING

HAULS TO THE DUMP

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

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

Hwy 14 East, Biggar 306-948-2109

SERVICES

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

~Brian and Cathy Fick~

Cell: 306-948-7524

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

Rockin D Trucking & Cattle

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

ADVERTISING is an investment in your business.

Biggar, Sask.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

Conserving water in the Waterton Park Front Water is a resource that connects every country and every person on this planet.

World Water Day (March 22) is an opportunity for Canadians to think about this important resource.

As a non-profit land trust, the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) works to protect critical water within our conservation lands. The properties we conserve often contain headwaters that provide fresh water for Canadian families. Caring for this precious resource is a hugely important priority for NCC. NCC’s Waterton Park Front (WPF) is a shining exampleofhowNCCworks with local communities to conserve land and protect water.

Through the support of our partners and local ranchers, NCC has conserved over 100 square kilometres of land in the WPF. A lot of the land that makes up WPF is working landscapes; livestock graze parts of the WPF to maintain an overall healthy ecosystem, which helps us reach our conservation goals.

NCC recently launched a new project to help maintain and improve the overall health of rivers and wetlands within the WPF. The lush green areas that surround waterways are referred to as riparian areas.

Health riparian areas are important to the overall health of water, and these areas are sensitive to heavy use.

NCC purchased 18 solar powered off-site watering systems through our new project. These new watering systems protect sensitive waterways and riparian areas by providing an alternative and consistent source of water. Through the use of a solar pump, water is moved to a separate tank, allowing livestock to avoid sensitive areas.

NCC staff explain how ranchers are enjoying other benefits thanks to the new watering systems.

“Cattle and working landscapes are an important part of our conservation efforts at WPF,” says Wonnita Andrus, Natural Area Manager, Waterton West.

“When livestock have access to fresh water, considerable weight gains are seen and animal health is improved. The new systems provide this accessandinthemeantime we’ve made an important step in maintaining and

improving our sensitive riparian areas.

This system offers a win-win solution.”

A total of eight properties within the WPF have received the solar power off-site watering systems, and we’ve also installed over six kilometres of riparian fencing. NCC is

looking forward to seeing more positive results from this project. Funding for the project was provided through the W. Garfield Weston Foundation.

The WPF is prime habitat for grizzly and black bear, cougar, wolf, moose, elk, whitetailed and mule deer.

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 23

Fortunately for these species, the ranchers who for generations have cared for the area surrounding the park are careful stewards of their land. Their sustainable use of the ranch lands has meant that many species continue to thrive here.

15034SMF00

24 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

Sask. Winter Cereals announces investment

The Saskatchewan Winter Cereals Development Commission (SWCDC) is pleased to announce an investment of $125,000 in 11 winter wheat-related research and development projects that will build on agronomic practices to improve returns for farmers.

The combined investment from all funding partners is $2.2 million over four years.

This is an excellent example of producer based seed funding reaping huge benefits for producers.

With $1,000,000 in matched funding from Agriculture and AgriFood Canada (AAFC) under their Growing Forward 2 AgriInnovation Program (AIP), the projects will focus on closing gaps in agronomic knowledge that will encourage Canadian farmers to access the untapped market potential of winter wheat.

“Western Canadian winter wheat is recognized around the world for its excellent

quality and the potential for increased worldwide sales in enormous,” said Dale Hicks, chairman of SWCDC. “These research projects will increase every Western Canadian winter wheat producer’s opportunity to benefit from this huge potential market,” Hicks added.

The research studies will be conducted across winter wheat growing regions of Western Canada, including Saskatchewan.

These projects include pest control issues, input management, expanding the seeding window and the use of crop growth regulators.

Research will be led

by Dr. Brian Beres at the AAFC Lethbridge Research Station in cooperation with Ducks Unlimited Canada.

“In recent years, winter wheat has consistently been one of the highest net income producing crops in Prairie Canada,” said Paul Thoroughgood, Regional Agrologist of Ducks Unlimited Canada.

“Agronomic

research conducted in this study, including fertility, disease, and weed management, stand establishment and lengthening the fall

seeding window, will help more farmers realize the benefits of including winter wheat in their cropping system.”

Other major funding

One last hurrah! . . . New Creation Community Players Addams Family cast and crew make one last cheer before hitting the stage for the final show - a matinee - Sunday, March 22. The Majestic Theatre

THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015

partners for this important program of research trials include Ducks Unlimited Canada, Winter Cereals Manitoba Inc.,theAlberta

Wheat Commission and Western Grains Research Foundation, Koch Fertilizer Canada ULC, Agrium Inc., and Dow AgroSciences.

was filled with audience laughter, and by all reports, the musical comedy was a smash hit! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)