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Show of lights . . . The Rec Complex was a colourful place to be, Friday evening as fireworks kicked off the 2016 edition of the Town and Country Fair Days. See Page 2 for more! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

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A fantastic weekend is in the books for Biggar and District as the annual Town and Country Fair Days celebrated all that we love about our little corner of the province. From parades to petting zoos, face painting to hockey, fireworks and a plethora of other events, and food, food and more food - give yourselves a pat on the back - it was a wonderful weekend!

(Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

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2016-17 budget will keep Saskatchewan strong through challenging year

Economy Expected to Rebound in 2017 Finance Minister Kevin Doherty tabled Saskatchewan’s 2016-17 budget, June 1, which will keep Saskatchewan strong by controlling operational spending and investing in people and infrastructure.

This year’s budget contains no tax increases and no new taxes.

“By keeping taxes low, controlling spending and investing in much needed infrastructure projects like highways, schools and hospitals, we will help Saskatchewan’s economy through a difficult year before the economic recovery which is expected next year,” Doherty said.

Saskatchewan’s economy is expected to rebound in 2017, with GDP growth predicted to be 2.5 per cent, following an expected 0.6 per cent decline in 2016.

The budget forecasts total revenue of $14.02 billion and total expense of $14.46 billion for a projected deficit of about $434 million in 2016-17.

This is largely due to a drop of nearly a billion dollars in non-renewable resource revenue.

“Clearly, a $968 million drop in resource revenue is having an effect,” Doherty said. “Our government opted for a manageable deficit in this budget, rather than cutting funding to priority areas such as health, education, or social services.

“There are years when unforeseen events - drops in the price of oil or potash, or costly natural disasters - make it prudent to run a manageable deficit, rather than implement severe cuts to programs and services or increase the tax burden on Saskatchewan people. This is one of those years. However, we are committed to returning the budget to balance by 2017-18.”

The decrease in total revenue is offset somewhat by higher ownsource revenue, including expected net revenue of $148 million from land sales this fiscal year. Net income from Government Business Enterprises is also up, by about $180 million, largely due to better bottom lines forecast at the various Crown corporations.

To ensure the sustainability of high-quality public services delivered in the most efficient, effective way possible, this budget also marks the beginning of a government-wide process of transformational change.

Questions to be asked as part of this process include: • Is this program or service the role of government? If so, is it being delivered in the best possible manner, at the lowest possible cost to taxpayers?

• Where similar programs with similar objectives exist, can those multiple programs be combined into one that provides better results at less cost?

• Could a different governance model provide administrative savings while still remaining

Pool Classroom . . . Biggar schools are taking advantage of the Biggar Aquatic Centre opening, holding some gym classes in the cool waters. A quick responsive to the needs of Saskatchewan people?

At the same time, government will also take a close look at its revenue sources to ensure they are sustainable and to guard against too much

dependence on volatile revenue sources such as oil and potash.

“The overall objectives of our province’s revenue system must always be to keep Saskatchewan strong by keeping our

dip to fight off the summer heat, then back to the books - these students got it made! (Independent Photo

by Kevin Brautigam)

economy strong and to ensure government revenues are sufficient to ensure important programs and services are sustainable now and in the future,” Doherty said.

“That means a tax system

that is competitive, simple and fair for all Saskatchewan taxpayers.”

Despite economic challenges, the budget continues to invest heavily in health care, education and social services.

Seeding of the 2016 crop is almost complete.

Ninety four per cent of the crop is now seeded, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s Weekly Crop Report for the period, May 24 to 30.

Cooler temperatures and rain during the past week have slowed field operations in some areas of the province; however, seeding progress is still ahead of the five-year (2011-2015) average of

77 per cent for this time of year. Many producers have completed seeding operations and are now starting in-crop herbicide applications.

Ninety-six per cent of the crop is seeded in the southeast, 95 per cent in the west central and northwest regions, 94 per cent in the northeast, 93 per cent in the southwest and 91 per cent in the east

central region.

Rain was fairly general across the province and heavy downpours have been reported in some areas, particularly in southern regions. Precipitation ranged from zero to 95 millimetres. Some areas will still need rain in the coming weeks to help crops emerge and establish.

Topsoil moisture condi-

tions on cropland are rated as eight per cent surplus, 86 per cent adequate and six per cent short. Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as six per cent surplus, 84 per cent adequate, eight per cent short and two per cent very short.

Overall, crops that have

emerged are in good to excellent condition, although there has been some damage caused by flea beetles, cutworms, localized flooding and lack of moisture.

Producers are busy completing seeding operations and controlling weeds and insects.

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Biggar ball players off to Summer Games . . . Four local girls will be representing Biggar and our zone at the upcoming Saskatchewan Summer Games. Kalin Harrabek, Siena Ellis, Sydney Leschinski and Cassidy Winslow (left to right) will be part of the Rivers West 7 Softball squad. The four tried out for the team and made the cut for the Summer Games effort which will be held in Estevan, July 25-31. They will be part of a pep rally for Zone 7 athletes in North Battleford at the Don Ross Gymnasium, July 20 at 7 p.m. Congratulations girls on your hard work and determination - good luck at the Summer Games! (Photo for The Independent by Andrea Harrabek)

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

Changes will come to Main Street Biggar has just celebrated its annual fair days weekend and from the comments it appears it was a great success. Probably the perennial favourite is the fireworks and this year’s show was once again spectacular.

There is also the parade which people line up to see. The parade has been sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce but numbers are dwindling most likely due to the fact that the business community is over 50 and would like to see the newer and younger business owners take over.

However, the fact is that there are not enough of them. In days gone by, people dreamed of owning and operating their own business. Today, there has been a shift in thinking. Most prefer to work for someone rather than steering the ship.

Consequently, one has to wonder what Main Street Biggar will look like a decade from now. As the present owners decide to retire, the business will likely close (unless a buyer can be found).

With no businesses on Main Street, chances are property values will go down. But, so will services. Just a few examples: no florist shop and where will you buy flowers for any occasion, plus get the added bonus of free delivery. Then there is the jewellery store, where will you go for that last minute engraving, or to get your rings cleaned (at no charge). Remember in the city there is a three week time line for engraving projects and there is a charge for ring cleaning.

That’s just two examples but every downtown business gives extra value to their customers, again oftentimes at no charge as compared to having to travel to a larger centre where the service is not as personal and “no one knows your name.”

Such is the case with the parade. Who will run it next year?

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June 7 is Tax Freedom Day in Canada — but there’s little to celebrate

by Charles Lammam, Director, Fiscal Studies, Fraser Institute and Milagros Palacios, Senior Research Economist, Fraser Institute Hey Canada, June 7 is Tax Freedom Day. That means if you had to pay all your taxes up front, you’d give government every dollar you earned before Tax Freedom Day. From that day onward, you’re finally working for yourself and your family.

If it sounds like you’re paying a lot of taxes, it’s because you are. That includes everything from income taxes, payroll taxes, health taxes, sales taxes, property taxes, fuel taxes, vehicle taxes, profit taxes, import taxes, to various “sin” taxes, and much more.

Some of these taxes are visible but many are hidden, making it nearly impossible for the average Canadian to get a clear sense of all the taxes imposed by different levels of government.

Therein lies the value of Tax Freedom Day. It’s a handy measure of the total tax burden imposed on Canadian fami-

lies by the federal, provincial and local governments.

In 2016, we estimate the average Canadian family consisting of two or more people will earn approximately $105,200 in income and pay a total of $45,200 in taxes. In other words, the average Canadian family will pay 43 per cent of its income in taxes.

Despite taking 43 per cent of our incomes, that level of taxation is not enough to satisfy the excessive spending habits of our governments. This year, the federal government and seven of 10 provinces will run deficits, spending more than what their revenues would allow.

Specifically, the federal govern¬ment alone is projecting to spend nearly $30 billion more than its revenue take, while the provinces are set to cumulatively spend $18 billion more. If governments in Canada increased taxes further to balance their budgets instead of financing expenditures with deficits, Tax Freedom Day would arrive 11 days later. That means you would start

and longer wait times for surgery. It’s hard to see how we’re getting value for money in public health care when measured against other countries that also offer universal access.

And then there’s spending on public schools, a key item financed by tax dollars, which continues to go up and up while public school enrolment across the country drops. Of the increase in public education spending over the decade ending in 2012/13, teacher compensation (wages, benefits and pensions) accounted for the overwhelming majority.

Most troubling is when our tax dollars are outright wasted on boondoggles and failed government programs.

A recent study documented more than 600 cases where the federal government failed to meet its own objectives over a 25-year period, resulting in up to $197 billion of wasted tax money.

On that note, Happy Tax Freedom Day Canada, although we’re not quite sure there’s much to celebrate.

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working for yourself on June 18—only after working for the government for the first 169 days of the year.

The important question, of course, is whether we get value for all the taxes we pay to finance government spending. While it’s ultimately up to individual Canadians to make this determination, some perspective might help.

In most provinces, more than 50 per cent of our tax dollars finance overly generous pay for government employees. In fact, government employees, on average, receive 9.7 per cent higher wages than comparable private-sector workers doing similar work. And that’s on top of the much more generous non-wage benefits (pension coverage, job security, early retirement) the government sector enjoys.

In the case of health care, which consumes more than 40 per cent of provincial budgets and is a fast-growing expense, international comparisons show that despite a high level of spending, Canadians have comparatively poor access to technology and doctors,

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

The National Geographic has a list of the top 10 best road trips for any traveller. No doubt every one is an adventure to be taken.

The scenery is likely to be some of the best.

But the best part of a

road trip is the people you invite along.

We have some friends that have a cabin nearby and whenever a rainy day happens you only have to say “road trip” and you know the day will be great. It

doesn’t matter where the road takes you -there are no plans, simply point the vehicle in one direction and away you go. If you decide to veer off the paved highway onto a less travelled grid road so much

the better.

And so, when my cousin emailed me and said, “let’s me at your brother’s and go on a road trip”, it didn’t’ take much arm twisting to say yes. However, we did have a goal in mind -- a visit to the Great Sandhills and the cemeteries of our ancestors. You see, both of us enjoy genealogy.

Since my brother lived in the area for a portion of his childhood

Juneʼs Whatʼs It? past.

Come in to the museum and make a guess at the items he has placed out for June, and you could win a bag of Biggar goodies!

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If you can identify these artifacts in the gift shop of the Biggar Museum, you can win a bag of Biggar goodies. (Photo by Delta Fay Cruickshank of the Biggar Museum)

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Whenever he is not busy doing school stuff or Force of Youth stuff, he volunteers at the museum. His main responsibility is to create a new What’s It? each month.

He also comes in and draws the winner at the end of the month. On May 31, he drew the winner of May’s contest, Nykyta Kurnosov, a BCS student. Kurnosov will go home with a bag of Biggar souvenirs and books for correctly identifying May’s artifacts as a camera and a grooved maul.

After Jay drew the May Winner, he set out the contest for June. He finds the artifacts in our storage room, he is getting to know our collection very well! He knows the proper way to move an item physically as well as the paperwork that is involved. He looks up the item in the museums catalogues, so he knows just what the articles have been used for in the

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he was the guide. Our husbands weren’t really interested but we had to take them along and they had each other to talk to. So, it was a good day for everyone.

One of the cemeteries is in the middle of a field with nothing but a dirt trail leading to it.

There must be a committee of volunteers in the area who are kind enough to look after it as the grass had been cut. We found the graves we were interested in and got a number of dates to fill in some blanks. Surprisingly the sites were in remarkably good shape for some 100 plus years of weather.

There was a mailbox, inside a scribbler (does anybody use that word anymore?) for visitors to leave their name and comments. As both my cousin and I love to write we took some time chronicling our visit. The guide and the husbands couldn’t resist making some comments about the length of time that took but that’s the way it goes.

The other visit was to

a church and cemetery.

Even though neither one of us has had the pleasure of attending the church we had heard lots and lots of stories from our parents. Again, we were able to fill in some dates. We roamed the grounds -- there was a grotto where pilgrimages were held. More stories were relived.

Our ancestors immigrated from the Odessa region in Russia and came to Canada through various routes and homesteaded in the region. I was able to obtain a passenger list of the boat my grandfather and his two brothers arrived on courtesy of Ellis Island records.

They were 17, 18 and 25 years of age.

I am reminded of an anecdote: “Blessed are the curious for they shall have adventures.”

I can just imagine these three young fellows getting on a boat in Europe with the prospect of having a great adventure.

Instead, they became part of history populating a province known for its excellent farmers.

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Broken Laces “Put on an old pair of shoes and we’ll go strolling down the alley Mebbe we’ll run into Sally and Joe!” Sorry! They tell me that Sally married a “nogood” up North somewhere and that Joe got killed in WWII! “We’ll find fair weather when the old gang gets together For the old gang don’t care whether You’re broke or in the dough We’ll find the dreams

left behind In all the old familiar places When we mend the broken laces On an old pair of shoes!”

There must be a thousand places like this in Saskatchewan. Places that have just disappeared, eh? Times have sure changed in the last 40 years but Your’s Truly is going to take one more “memory stroll” around the town block anyway, to see what he can find.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016 The bald-headed old guy who is pushing this shaky pen remembers some of the things that happened on that block and sometimes wished that they were all like the above song. But sorry!

Things just weren’t that way!

There isn’t one original building left on the main block of our town (and none of the original builders are around either!) but many of our memories still are!

Life is a little bit like that, I think, so as we stroll as Mr. Shakespeare said: “In sessions of sweet silent thought, we summon up remembrance of things past!”

Here, on the corner of the block stood the old theatre that lured young us to so many thrilling Saturday night picture shows. The old theatre with it’s “tall to short” rows of seats that let everyone see Tim McCoy’s thrilling chase after the “bad guys” had robbed the mythical Bank of the Wild (ahem!) and the many crowded dances held there (especially on sports days!).

Hundreds of romances must have bloomed there, although “bloomed” is possibly not the right word! What memories of that theatre there must be, compared to the “Ten Lost Years” of the 1930s, that followed!

And there, just a few steps down the street, was the old cafeteria, run by the usual oriental “Charlie”.

“Charlie” (though his real name is lost in the CPR records somewhere!) had a wife and family in China somewhere, but like

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306-948-3344 The Biggar & District Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone who participated in the 2016 Parade.

This year we had 26 entries plus the dignitaries, Larry Bleile, Cadets and RCMP. The weather cooperated this year and it was a lovely morning for a parade!

SPECIAL THANKS to… Larry Bleile on his motorcycle; the Cadets who carried the flags; RCMP who led the parade on motorcycles; Kent Dubreuil, this year’s Parade Marshal; Kent Dubreuil for his radios; Dave Molberg for the quad; Town of Biggar for permission to have the parade, barricades, flags and street sweeper, Town employees who deliver/put up and take down barricades.

Thank you again to all who took part, all who came to watch and all who helped with the parade.

thousands of other far Eastern types, he had been left over from the railroad building days.

Charlie smiled through every time we crowded into his cafe booth and talked the night away...

I suppose there are older people who remember Charlie (or the terrible nickname he was given, but every year those memories get farther and farther away!

I think that old hall disappeared in the late 1930’s because when we got home (after the war) it wasn’t there!

Y.T. does have a few fond memories of the old covered rink that was at the corner! Our kids grew up near that old in-covered place. There

were some dramatic times there! Skating, goal judging and mebbe a few humorous incidents. Y.T. got his health back from polio in that old building and though it has been gone for years, we will never forget it!

There must be dozens of photographs of that old rink, but, I’m afraid memories are all that we

have left!

In a kind of comparison, Yours Truly only has one vivid memory of the next place just down the street, the big old livery stable! And that was quite a few years ago!

A fellow who had hauled a wagon-load (60 bushels) of wheat to town, had just gotten his team of horses out of the stable, hitched them up to go home, when a train went through town blowing its whistle.

What a runaway!

They galloped down the main drag, got shooed into a families yard and couldn’t get out. Mebbe it wasn’t a very dramatic moment, but Y.T. still remembers!

As the old sentimentalist strolled by he stared at the row of neat houses that the modern day had built.

“Wow!” he thought. “That is where the old blacksmith shop used to be!” According to one of the U.S.A’s greatest poets, blacksmiths always had “broad and sinewy hands!”, but in our old blacksmith some of the extra “sinew” got into his head somehow, and he couldn’t remember names.

To cover up for his forgetfulness, he used to ask how a persons name was spelled. One day he laughingly told us young people how one fellow said “SMITH” Mebbe that isn’t much of a

story, eh? But it is one of the good memories of an almost forgotten place!

There is still the odd shard of iron that shows up in the gardens where that blacksmith used to work!

It seems a little sad that in those early years the blacksmith was so necessary and now we just buy a new part!

Mebbe a fellow shouldn’t mention names very much but we come to the old store on the corner! It isn’t there now, but it does bring back a few memories of the old WWI veteran who lived above it.

Long after old Bill disappeared one of his medals (with his name stamped on it) showed up in a box of junk at an auction sale.

“The War to end all Wars!” it said, and Y.T. often wondered about that saying: “Old soldiers never die, they just fade away!”

Without realizing it (and sentiment aside) Y.T. stopped to rest by a big 24” diameter maple tree.

“My God,” he thought,” when Walt and I said goodnight to those young, pretty soft ball players in 1940, that tree was only a small fourinch sapling! This being written in 2016 he suddenly felt kind of old... and went on home!

P.S.: Some Smart Alec “wannabe” writer scrawled the following lines, some years ago: “Home towns must change the way that people change and only in memory can they be found again.”

CAA Sask acknowledges planned improvements The Government of Saskatchewan’s 20162017 provincial budget, released on June 1 includes a significant investment in provincial roads and infrastructure.

According to Highways and Infrastructure Minister Nancy Heppner, “Saskatchewan drivers can expect to see work on projects in virtually every corner of the province.” She also stated, “This year’s plan includes major projects in virtually every corner of the province to many of our rural highways that will keep our growing economy strong.”

The budget for Highways and Infrastructure is set at $1.15 billion for capital construction, major projects such as the Regina Bypass and

highway repair and maintenance. Some of the highways targeted to receive upgrades during 2016-2017 are: 354 near Dilke; 322 near Silton; 220 near Strasbourg and Bulyea; 340 by Radisson; 376 near Maymont.

These same roads have made the top 10 list of worst roads in the province for the 2015 and 2016 CAA Worst Roads campaigns as nominated and voted by CAA Saskatchewan members and motorists. Specifically, Highways 354 near Dilke and 322 by Silton have placed as two of the top three worst roads for the two consecutive years of the CAA campaign. Typically worst roads have potholes, cracks, crumbling pavement, poor or

no signage and congestion.

“We thank our CAA Saskatchewan’s members and motorists that have participated in the CAA Worst Roads Campaigns.

With their help, troublesome and even dangerous road conditions in the province have been identified,” said Heather J. Laing of the board for CAA Saskatchewan.” She added, “We are pleased with the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure’s commitment and look forward to continued road and highway improvements that will help keep our Members and motorists safe.”

Working towards better roads and driving safety is a priority for CAA Saskatchewan.

THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

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Chef Dez on cooking

Rice is nice, but quinoa is better Thanks to “protein” and “low carb” diets, the awareness of carbohydrate levels is very prevalent in our society.

However, starches are making their way back to our dinner tables.

Besides pasta and potatoes, rice is always a favourite accompaniment on our plates, and there are many varieties available to us.

Are they all so bad? Not really, but let’s look at our choices and compare them to Quinoa.

Ask any dietician and they will most likely tell you that our diets should include a balanced combination of almost all foods . . . all foods in moderation, that is. Moderation is the key, but when inquiring further, you will realize there is a preference for brown grains verses white.

White rice grains are less nutritious because the milling process strips the grain of the bran.

Normally when we consume nature made ingredients, they are always more nutritious the closer they are to their original natural state.

Brown rice has approximately the same number of calories and carbohydrates as white rice. The difference is brown rice has just the outer husk

removed from the rice grain, whereas white rice has the husk and the bran removed. There are a couple of set backs to for the additional health benefits however - it takes twice as long to cook, and it spoils faster in the dry form as it still contains the essential oils of the rice germ.

If eating white rice is not a concern for you, then there are a number to choose from: Long grain, short grain, Basmati, Jasmine, et cetera. Out of all of these options, I normally choose Basmati for my busy lifestyle. It cooks the fastest - once the water comes to a boil, cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes and then serve. It is very fragrant and the delicate grains are a compliment to many rice recipes.

Short grain rice is very popular with sushi making. It is mixed with a brine to aid in the binding qualities needed for shaping and to give it distinct sushi rice flavour. For my sushi rice, I dissolve one tablespoon of salt and one-quarter cup of sugar into one third of a cup of rice vinegar, over medium heat.

This will make enough to season approximately three cups dry shortgrain rice, cooked.

Wild Rice is a grain that is actually classified as a “grass”. When compared to cooked brown and white rice, it offers a lower calories, lower carbohydrates and higher protein. Wild rice is more coarse when served on its own, and therefore is great mixed in combination with other rices.

Quinoa (pronounced “keen-wah”), also known as Inca rice but is really a seed, not a grain. It comes from broadleaf plants originally native to the Inca people of South America. It has a somewhat similar

appearance to couscous shaped pasta.

Quinoa is superior to other grains because it is a complete protein, containing a balanced set of essential amino acids.

It offers similar protein and carbohydrate levels as wild rice, a similar calorie count as white or brown rice, but with a higher natural fat content and a nutty flavour.

Quinoa can be cooked in the same manner as rice, or cooked without a lid, for more texture.

We sauté the dry grains in olive oil and garlic before adding liquid, and then we stir occasionally, without a lid, until all the liquid is absorbed and evaporated. If you are tired of serving rice, this makes for a great alter-

native.

Dear Chef Dez: When we are in a hurry, we cook instant rice.

How come it can cook so quickly? Is it really rice?

Robert P. Calgary Dear Robert: Instant rice is white rice that has been cooked and dehydrated. This allows

for faster preparation, but because of the extra processing it offers less nutritional value than raw white rice and is more expensive. For the times when you are in a hurry, I recommend going with Basmati rice, or cook extra rice if you know in advance you are

going to be stretched for time.

Send your food/cooking questions to dez@ chefdez.com or P.O. Box 2674, Abbotsford, B.C., V2T 6R4. Chef Dez is a Food Columnist, Culinary Travel Host and Cookbook Author. Visit him at chefdez.com.

ATV Safety: As easy as 1-2-3 With summer weather arriving early this year, many ATV enthusiasts are eagerly preparing for some off-roading action.

With Saskatchewan Tourism Week running from May 29 to June 4, and Saskatchewan Trails Day celebrated on June 4, there’s more incentive than ever to enjoy our province’s landscape.

But before you do so, it’s important to brush up on ATV safety. ATV Safety Week runs from June 3 - 12, and the Saskatchewan All-Terrain Vehicle Association is encouraging riders from across the province to focus on safety to ensure a safe and enjoyable riding season.

“Many ATVers in the province likely have a full-slate of ATV adventures planned this summer. Accidents, on the other hand, are never planned but can derail your plans in a hurry,” says John Meed, General Manager of SATVA. “Luckily, accidents can be avoided by reviewing ATV safety protocols and taking care on the road.”

Meed emphasizes that

putting some time and effort toward ATV safety this summer is as easy as 1-2-3: 1. Educate Yourself: It’s important that riders know how to ride their ATVs properly. If the rider is 12 to 15 years old or does not have a driver’s license, they must take an approved safety course or be supervised by someone who’s had a driver’s license for a year. However, all riders can benefit from the training. A safety course will help refresh skills as well as teach new skills.

There are instructors throughout Saskatchewan who offer approved ATV training courses.

Its also important to learn what type of ATV is appropriate for younger riders. It’s recommended that children under 12 years of age ride vehicles with an engine size no greater than 70cc, while children under 16 years of age should ride vehicles with an engine size no greater than 90cc; 2. Make Preparations: Before hitting the trails, ensure you have the right safety gear such

as a helmet, gloves, ankle boots, long pants, and a long sleeved shirt. You should also designate an emergency contact and pack a cell phone or walkie talkie so you can call for help in the event of an emergency. Finally, it’s imperative that you don’t drink before operating your ATV. Drinking reduces a rider’s reaction time and impairs their judgment - not to mention the fact that operating an ATV on public or private property while impaired is illegal; 3. Drive Safely: The easiest way to operate you ATV safely is by using common sense.

Don’t attempt tricky maneuvers, follow the speed limit and avoid roads and streets when driving, except to cross the road or go around obstacles. By simply using your head, you can avoid a potentially dangerous situation. It’s also important to not add a passenger to a quad designed for one rider since it can change the dynamics of the machine and lead to a roll over.

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Is agriculture losing the PR battle?

by Calvin Daniels It is to the point almost every day on the calendar has been assigned a ‘designation’ by somebody.

The three levels of government are always slapping an it’s ‘a something day’ on the calendar, and when they aren’t organizations and groups are quick to do it in their stead.

At some point I suspect having a designated day actually had people lifting their heads out of a good book, or away from the television screen long enough to be aware the day had been given some added significance.

But that was many years ago, and today I doubt many blink at the mention, instead they keep posting about the untimely shooting of a gorilla that could have endangered a child, or they are posting cat pics with some silly saying all over social media.

It is now a bit of the

boy who cried wolf phenomenon. Do it too often and people eventually stop paying attention.

The result is some industries which deserve some additional recognition at times get loss in the general malaise.

A case in point is agriculture.

The sector is about as vital as there is. Outside of air and water there is nothing we require more than food to survive.

We are generally beholding to nature for our water and air, although we hold a responsibility to protect the quality of both, but the agriculture sector is crucial in terms of food production.

The agriculture sector comes under a lot of scrutiny today, taking

heat for the use of fertilizer, weed and insect control chemicals, genetically modified crops, and more and while I might argue much of the concern is unjustified, I’ll leave

by Calvin that Daniels alone for the time being.

Instead, I’ll just remind that the concerns are generally brought by people sitting down to rather bountiful meals every day, with the food on the plate still rather reasonably priced given how critical it is to survival.

So a day that reminds people of the importance of the overall farm sector is not a bad idea, even if it gets lost in the crowd of many designated days.

Canadian agriculture

representatives recently announced February 16, 2017 will be Canada’s Agriculture Day – a time to celebrate and draw a closer connection between Canadians, our food and the people who produce it. “We all eat food yet many people don’t automatically make the connection between what’s on their plate and the commitment and care that goes into raising livestock, growing crops or processing food,� said Crystal Mackay, in a prepared release. Mackay is CEO of Farm and Food Care Canada, a national charity committed to building public trust and confidence in food and farming in Canada.

In the 1930s, more than 90 per cent of Canadians had a connection to agriculture. Today, it’s less than three per cent, according to Statistics Canada census information. “Every link in the food

production chain – from the farm to the grocery store and restaurant – plays a vital role in bringing food to your table every day,� said Mackay, whose group organized the summit. “Canada’s Agriculture Day is an opportunity to get involved, celebrate and be a part of the conversation about food and farming.�

Candace Hill, manager of Agriculture More Than Ever, said Canada’s Agriculture Day compliments the industry-led initiative that has attracted over 470 partner organizations and 2,100 individuals committed to creating positive perceptions of agriculture. Launched more than four years ago, Agriculture More Than Ever’s goal is to encourage those involved in agriculture to speak up and speak positively about the industry. “It’s all about showing our love, pride and passion for an industry that

puts food on our tables,�

Hill said in the release. “We want to give everyone the opportunity to be part of something big and important.�

Hill encourages the industry, organizations and individuals to mark the date on calendars and come up with their own ideas and activities to promote and celebrate Canadian agriculture.

And therein may lie the key to raising the status of Agriculture Day to one where people outside the industry become aware and engaged. If those involved in the sector can create compelling events around the designated day for people to learn more about the importance of the sector everyone can benefit.

Society most certainly needs agriculture, but the public also needs to better understand the industry in order to better trust and respect the efforts of farmers.

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The residents loved the hot dogs, burgers, beans, potato salad and ice cream. At 2:30 everyone gathered into the activity room for pop floats.

Saturday was Biggar Fair Days. At 10 everyone went outside to watch the parade.

The residents watched the Andy Griffith Show.

Sunday morning we had

Kaiser. The Seventh Day Adventist church was here for worship. After church, one resident had a very special birthday so her family brought everyone birthday cake.

Take care everyone, and a reminder that this Thursday, June 9, is our Tea and Bake Sale starting at 2 p.m.

Hope to see you soon.

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lunch we had Horse Race.

Wednesday evening we had birthday party night. Six residents celebrated. Country II provided the music and the Biggar Kayettes made a lovely evening lunch.

Thursday was Bible Study, exercises and bingo. Friday was Barbecue Club down Prairie.

by Janice Foley, Office Coordinator May 30 Kaiser saw Grant Gamble in first place with a score of 238, followed by Pat Turner in second with 202 points.

Geoff Cooke placed third with 201, and Joyce Colbert was in fourth with 198 points. Highest scoring game was Pat and Grant with 74 points.

The AGM was held on Wednesday with reports read out by the various committees. Unfortunately there were no new volunteers to sit on the board prior to the meeting and nominations

from the floor were also unsuccessful. All current board members retained a position.

The Pharmasave presentation this week was on Compression Stockings and those wishing to do so had free measurements and sizing taken for this item. Please note there will be no Pharmasave presentation now until September.

Friday morning saw the kitchen being a busy place as salads were being prepared for the Cold Plate Lunch being held after the Saturday Parade. Later that after-

noon, we decorated the Courtesy Car for its entry in the parade.

Saturday, the hall was a busy place with 85 attending the Cold Plate Lunch.

This past Monday had Joanne Kral’s activity group meeting to finalize plans for June, with a focus on putting volunteers in place to host: the Birthday Potluck on Monday the 13th, the Jam Session on June 18, and workers for the bingos on June 9 and 23.

Several of our listed Courtesy Car drivers are unable to volunteer at

this time. If you would be able to provide some time to the valuable community service, please drop by the office, Monday, Wednesday or Friday and speak with Janice, or contact Don Swyryda at (306) 948 2572 Did you know? The Biggar new horizons Courtesy Car, in the fiscal year ending March 31, provided 7892 trips, the number of clients served was 809 and we are now averaging 40 trips per day!

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Hanson brings home provincial silver

Joel Hanson on the launch pad preparing for a silver medal throw in the Midget Boys Javelin.

Landen Boisvert also contends with 25 degree heat during a challenging 3,000m race.

Regina’s Douglas Park was descended upon by hopeful athletes from across Saskatchewan last weekend for the 2016 SHSAA Provincial High School Track and Field Championship.

Five athletes from Biggar were members of the West Central team comprised of athletes and coaches from all over west central Saskatchewan.

All five athletes represented themselves, their schools and Biggar well. Midget Boys Javelin thrower, Joel Hanson earned a Silver medal thanks to an early competition throw of 42.88m. He was unable to finish several of his final throws because he also sustained an injury in the event.

Biggar athlete’s complete results are as follows: (Midget Boys) Cole Whiteford: 1,500m 5:50.43 (25th); Landen Boisvert: 1,500m 5:27.56 (24th), 3,000m 5:27.56 (22nd); Joel Hanson: Javelin 42.88m (Silver).

(Junior Boys) Emmett Keith: Quadathon 1,630 pts (7th); Benson Garchinski 100mH 16.81 (18th), Triple Jump 11.59m (10th).

Looking on, Emmett Keith appears pleased with his effort in the Jr. Boys Quadathon Shot Put.

U.S. Open might shine light on who’s No. 1 McIlroy won the Irish Golf fans are looking Open - the ‘fifth major’ for a No. 1, anxious to in his world - and Spicrown a dominant suceth won in his home cessor to Tiger Woods. state of Texas by takSo who will it be? ing the Colonial in late The trio in contenMay, tion for elimithat title nating have been all the batting it negativaround ity assolike a ping ciated pong ball with his and what’s melthappened down is that the on the pro game 12th is three hole at times as

by Bruce Penton Augusta interesting in April as it was that when Woods was the handed the green jackoverwhelming favourite et to Brit Danny Willet. just by teeing it up.

Now that McIlroy’s This week’s U.S. Open ankle is fixed, Spite’s at Oakmont, located in psyche is repaired and a suburb of Pittsburgh, Day seems comfortshould help to clarify able sitting in the No. the situation, but you 1 world-ranking spot, never know, a no-name what could be more like Lucas Glover or Michael Campbell might exciting than watching how the showdown at come along and shock Oakmont plays out? the world, too. Still, as The big three seem to 156 of the world’s best be peaking at the pertee it up in the most fect time. important tournament The winner, said a in the United States wag at golf.com, will be starting Thursday, all Jordan McIlday. eyes will be on the big • Greg Cote of the three - Jason Day of Miami Herald: “Tom Australia, Jordan Spieth Brady is appealing his of the United States and four-game Deflategate Rory McIlroy of Northsuspension. You get ern Ireland. the feeling Brady will In 2014, McIlroy be retired and perhaps moved to No. 1 by windead and this thing ning two major titles, will still be going on in giving him four by the courts.” the age of 25. Then he • Cote again: “Canada messed up an ankle beat Finland 2-0 to playing soccer in 2015 win the world hockey while Spieth turned championships in dominant, winning two Moscow. ‘We’d rather majors, finishing in the have the Stanley Cup top four in the other back,’ said Canada in two and winning the unison.”

Tour Championship, • Norman Chad of pushing aside McIlroy the Washington Post, and moving to No. on Twitter, poking 1. This year, Day has the Toronto Raptors, taken over top spot in among other Eastern the Official World Golf Conference teams: Ranking, winning the “Watching Warriorsfinal major of the year Thunder Game 6, I am in 2015 and posting six reminded that the Cavs top 10s, including three victories, so far in 2016. advanced to the NBA It’s fun to be a golf fan Finals by surviving a junior-varsity playoff these days. Day, Spieth schedule.” and McIlroy are all per• Randy Turner of sonable and likeable, the Winnipeg Free and all three are comPress, on Twitter: “The ing off victories prior optimism of Bombers to last week’s Memorial opening camp always at Dublin, Ohio. Day was the winner at the Continued on page 12 Players Championship;

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Acacia Chapter No. 3, OES attend 100th Session of the Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan

Those attending from Acacia Chapter No. 3 in Biggar were, front row, Grand Marshal James Reid; Worthy Grand Patron Eric Rann; Grand Ruth Sylvia Thomson; back row, Bev Otsuka, P.G.M., Grand Lecturer; Cheryl Rann, Special Page to WGP; Elizabeth McMahon Debbie Robinson, Head of Credentials; Janet Mair; Nancy Pike; Vera McNeil, assistant on Credentials; missing, Vivian Shipanoff, Page to Grand Marshal; and Gordon Mair.

The 100th Session of Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan was held at Travelodge in Saskatoon April 27-30.

Members attended from chapters throughout Saskatchewan, Canada, United States and Scotland.

This special birthday year is in recognition of a small group of very dedicated women and men who gathered in the Odd Fellows Temple on 21st St. East in Saskatoon and

together organized the Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan, Order of the Eatern Star on May 16, 1916.

Worldwide, there are approximately 500,000 members. Eastern Star is the largest International Fraternal Organization to which both women and men of Masonic affiliation may belong. Our lessons are scriptural, our purposes are charitable and our teachings are moral.

Today, there are 17 subordinate Eastern Star chapters in Saskatchewan dedicated to providing community services. We take pride in many projects that we have supported through the decades within our communities, our province and our nation such as diabetes, Heart and Stroke, CNIB, the Blanche Squires musical scholarships to young budding Saskatchewan musicians, the ESTARL educational scholarships for ministers in training, Ronald McDonald House, and the Children’s Hospital. Evidence of the charitable nature of the organization as it affects others is the millions of dollars, in today’s dollars, which have been raised within the membership to support national, jurisdictional and local charities over the last 100 years.

At the last General Grand Chapter Triennium, October 2015, held in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, the attending international delegates voted to declare Service Dogs as the primary and permanent Charity of Eastern Star to pomote the identity of the

Order. Any monies raised in Saskatchewan for Service Dogs will stay within the province.

This year, 2015-2016, Grand Chapter donated close to $3,000 to Pediatric Cancer, the Worthy Grand Matron Idella Barr and Worthy Grand Patron Eric Rann’s special project which was raised through sale of their souvenir pins, and proceeds from the Treasure Chest sales.

Jack Smith, Past Grand Patron of Sask. shows the enlarged replica of this year’s pin that he made for Grand Chapter. The sale of these pins went to Pediatric Cancer of Saskatchewan.

A commemorative centennial banner was presented to the WGM and WGP from the R i g h t Worthy Grand Matron and Patron of Scotland who were in attendance at Grand Chapter, a delegation of seven attended from Scotland!

Fifty-year plus members were recognized, Vera McNeil among them, on Saturday afternoon with a tea. Dorothy Elliott, formerly of Acacia and now North Battleford, was escorted to the East at Grand Chapter to receive her 50-year pin in the Order.

Vera McNeil of Acacia, right, May Mann of Prince Albert, left, are a few of the members who have belonged to Eastern Star for over 50 years, Cora Gravel of Prince Albert is a 72-year member.

Saturday morning saw our own Cheryl Rann elected as Grand Associate Conductress which is very exciting for Acacia Chapter.

Preparations were finalized at our last meeting for the Eastern Star Bake Sale before/after the parade held at Town & Country Fair Days on June 4; and Official Visit and banquet of WGM Cannida Coventry and WGP Ernie Butz on June 7.

Springwater Cemetery The Springwater ad hoc committees for the Cemetery Project and the July 1 celebration will combine both meetings together - as usual.

The combined meet-

ings are at the Springwater town hall on Monday, June 13 at 7 p.m.

The cemetery project agenda: Review progress; Other agenda items;

Review financial report and approval of budgets; Discussion of Signage for unmarked grave sites; Establish the annual cleanup date; Future

maintenance and suggestions.

July 1 celebrations: Review the very successful 2015 celebration; Arrange for the outdoor

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band; Review “cur-olf” and discuss other creative activities; Discuss the advertising and posters for distribution; Food and refreshments sug-

gestions; The fireworks plan; Discuss who will do what by when.

Motto: “When everybody does a little, a lot gets done”.

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Great Plains College instructor wins prestigious teaching award

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Jared McKenzie has been a mentor and driving influence for Great Plains College students. (Submitted Photo) Jared McKenzie, a Great Plains College welding program instructor and an active member of the community received the Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) Award of Excellence 2015 - Teaching Award.

The CICan Awards of Excellence - Teaching Award honours an individual faculty member who exhibits consistent excellence in teaching and who has had a significant impact on the personal and academic growth of students. “Jared is an expert in his craft, and has an incredible style of teaching and leadership when it comes to passing his expertise onto his students,� Senior Academic Officer and Director of Programs Brian Gobbett

said. “We at Great Plains College couldn’t be more proud to have an instructor of this caliber in our midst.�

McKenzie joined Great Plains College Swift Current campus as a welding instructor in 2008.

Since then, not only has he become a top-rated instructor and mentor to his students, but he has helped raise the profile of the welding program and of Great Plains College in the Swift Current community and beyond. “The well-known Carhartts and Caviar fund raising event was designed by Jared as an opportunity to showcase student achievement to the local community and raise money for scholarships,� added Gobbett. “Jared is consistently

demonstrating excellence and innovation in teaching, and his efforts in and beyond the classroom are second to none - we couldn’t think of a more deserving candidate for this award.

McKenzie accepted the Award at the CICan Awards Ceremony in Quebec City on Tuesday, May 31.

The annual CICan Awards program consists of eight awards of excellence categories that aim to recognize and promote excellence within Canadian colleges, institutes, cegeps, university colleges and polytechnics.

Each award winner is selected by an independent selection committee with representation from across CICan member institutions.

Increased investment to keep agriculture strong The Ministry of Agriculture’s Budget for 2016-17 will increase by 7.5 per cent for a total of $389.8 million.

This includes $254.6 million to fully fund business risk management programs, a $14.6 million increase from the previous year. “This budget is a clear demonstration of our government’s commitment to the farmers and ranchers of Saskatchewan,� Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart said. “We recognize agriculture’s role as a resilient and stable contributor to Saskatchewan’s economy and will continue to offer the programs and services producers need

to keep their operations and the entire agriculture industry strong.�

The budget also includes $71.2 million for strategic initiatives under the federal-provincial Growing Forward 2 Agreement, with $26.8 million for agricultural research, and $4.2 million to support events and organizations like Canada’s Farm Progress Show, 4-H Saskatchewan and Agriculture in the Classroom.

The ministry will also achieve expense reductions from a decrease in amortization costs and operational savings, with no impact on programming, customer service or staffing. One change

for the 2016-17 year will be the discontinuation of the 2015 Agricultural Crown Land Sale program. The program, which offers purchase incentives on the sale of eligible Crown Land, will end on December 31, 2016, one year earlier than originally scheduled.

The Ministry of Agriculture expects to net $148 million in revenue from land sales during 2016-17. Any cultivated or previously cultivated land that is eligible for sale that has not been purchased will continue to be subject to rental increases in upcoming years.

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U.S. open . . .

Penton Continued from page 9

reminds me of the times Lucy asks Charlie Brown if he wants to kick the football.”

• Headline at TheOnion. com: “Michael Phelps’ fiancée gives girth to healthy six-pound tadpole.”

• Comedian Argus Hamilton, on the NFL awarding the 2021 Super Bowl to L.A.: “Everybody out here agrees it could bring some much-needed traffic to Los Angeles.”

• Bob Molinaro of pilotonline.com: ”Nationals bell cow Bryce Harper is the leading All-Star vote-getter in both leagues. Imagine how much more popular he’ll be when he gets his batting average over .242.”

• Norman Chad of the Washington Post, on Twitter: “Many of my followers want to know why I’m not watching Stanley Cup finals – I am DVRing and plan to watch ’em during the Summer Olympics.”

• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “Great time for Northern Cal sports.

The San Jose Sharks in the Stanley Cup final; the

Golden State Warriors are in the NBA finals; the San Francisco Giants are in first place and the Oakland Raiders have had no players arrested in the off-season.

• Ian Hamilton of the Regina Leader-Post: “A South Korean convenience store has come up with ice cream that it claims can cure hangovers. If Seoul gets a football team, Johnny Manziel may have found a new home.”

• NBC’s Jimmy Fallon, on ESPN televising The Scripps National Spelling Bee: “I watched it, and ESPN was the only word all night I knew how to spell.”

• Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times: “A 52-year-old female triathlete was bitten by a shark off Corona Del Mar, Calif., but experts say it was just ‘an exploratory bite.’ ‘Now why didn’t I think of that?’ said Mike Tyson, smacking his forehead.”

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Pot of Gold . . . A spectrum of light splashes the sky last week - a lucky arc, and perhaps a portent of good things to come. (Photo for The Independent by Tom Larson)

2016-17 budget reaffirms commitment to municipalities Record funding for municipal revenue sharing highlights the $406.3 million in direct government support to Saskatchewan’s municipalities in the 2016-17 Provincial Budget.

The overall funding represents an increase of $56.7 million or 16.2 per cent from the 2015-16

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budget and an increase of $164.4 million or 67.9 per cent from the 200708 budget.

“Municipal governments provide critical front-line services to Saskatchewan citizens and are our partners in ensuring that we keep our province and its economy strong,” Government Relations Minister Jim Reiter said.

The municipal revenue sharing figure, announced earlier, is based on the formula of one percentage point of Provincial Sales Tax (PST) revenue. A record $271.6 million is being provided to municipalities in municipal revenue sharing in 2016-17.

That’s up $6.4 million or 2.4 per cent from last year’s budget and up $144.4 million or 113.5 per cent from the 2007-

08 budget.

Urban revenue sharing for all cities, towns, villages and resort villages will amount to $174.6 million in 2016-17. Revenue sharing for rural municipalities, which includes organized hamlets, will total $76.7 million, and northern municipalities will receive just under $20.3 million this fiscal year.

Saskatoon, the province’s largest city, will receive more than $48.5 million and Regina will receive just under $42.2 million in municipal revenue sharing.

The budget also provides $83.8 million in provincial support to municipal infrastructure through various programs.

Highlights include: • $21.4 million from the Ministry of Government

Relations for provincial support under the New Building Canada Fund; • $23.7 million from the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure for rural roads through the municipal roads strategy ($16 million) and the urban connector program ($7.7 million); • $25 million from the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport for the Regina stadium project; and • $10 million from the Ministry of Government Relations for the Saskatoon North Commuter Bridge.

The Budget also provides $50.8 million in other funding to municipalities from ministries, including grants for such services and facilities as libraries, policing, urban parks and transit assistance.

A HUGE bouquet of thanks to the ladies who planted flowers around town at the Town sign site, Hanson Buck, Lloyd Hock Park, and the Main Street planters… left to right, Gail Weir, Sheila Karnes, Jo Angelopoulos, Ruth Arnold, Laurel Besse, Felice Miller, Jan Phillips, Shirley Laycock; missing, Michelle Coote, Barb de Haan, Doreen Dubreuil, Marilyn Ellis.

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Report from the Legislature

by Randy Weekes, MLA, Biggar-Sask Valley (2 June, 2016) Keep Saskatchewan Strong: Provincial Budget 2016-17

Despite a challenging year for the province’s finances, there are no tax increases and no new taxes to ensure we continue to attract people and investment to Saskatchewan.

Finance Minister Kevin Doherty tabled Saskatchewan’s 2016-17 Budget.

This budget is part of our government’s responsible and affordable plan to keep Saskatchewan strong.

We will instead focus on controlling spending to keep the province’s finances strong with a plan to return to balance next year. This is very unique in Canada right

now as other jurisdictions pursue long-term deficits with often no plan to get back to balance.

We are also making key investments in infrastructure and people, and we are doing what we said we would do.

This includes fixing more roads as part of our Highways 2020 Plan and helping post-secondary graduates with the down payment on their first home through the Graduate Retention Program First Home Plan.

To ensure the sustainability of high-quality public services delivered in the most efficient, effective way possible, this budget also marks the beginning of a government-wide process of transformational change.

Questions to be asked as part of this review process include: • Is this program or service the role of government? If so, is it being delivered in the best possible manner, at the lowest possible cost to taxpayers?

• Where similar programs with similar objectives exist, can those multiple programs be combined into one that provides better results at less cost?

• Could a different governance model provide administrative savings while still remaining responsive to the needs of Saskatchewan people?

At the same time, government will also take a close look at its revenue sources to ensure they are sustainable and to

Report from Parliament Hill

by Kelly Block, MP, Carlton Trail-Eagle Creek Dear Friends, This past Wednesday, Parliament voted 186 – 137 in favour of Bill C-14, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and to make related amendments to other Acts (medical assistance in dying).

No substantive amendments from either the Conservative Party or New Democratic Party were adopted.

This proposed legislation will now be sent to the Senate for further consideration before it can receive Royal Assent.

Because this bill was introduced about a month and half ago and time allocation has been invoked twice to end debate before its natural conclusion, I don’t believe that all of its impacts have been considered.

I remain concerned that minors may eventually be able to attain medical assistance in dying.

I remain concerned for the well-being of those struggling through mental illness because we as a country are only now beginning to recognize

and understand its reach and impacts on so many.

I also remain concerned with the notion that doctors who, for legitimate reasons of faith or conscience, oppose medical assistance in dying will be forced to participate in this process contrary to their personal ethics.

Many of you have written me letters suggesting that the Government should consider using Section 33 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms - the Notwithstanding Clause - to prevent physician assisted suicide rather than rushing a Bill through Parliament that appears to fully satisfy no one.

Under Section 33 of the Charter, the federal Parliament, a provincial legislature, or a territorial legislature may declare that one of its laws or part of a law applies temporarily (“notwithstanding”) countermanding sections of the Charter, thereby nullifying any judicial review by overriding the Charter protections for a limited period of time.

Section 33 was included in the Charter because

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the Prime Minister and the Premiers, at the time, wanted to affirm that a democratically elected federal Parliament and provincial legislatures, and not the judicial branch, have the responsibility to pass laws on matters of public policy.

I don’t believe that former Premier of Saskatchewan Allan Blakeney would have signed the Charter without the presence of the notwithstanding clause because it protected the rights of Saskatchewan’s legislature to override a court decision that it may not agree with.

Unfortunately, the Government did not even appear to consider using this tool to give itself and Parliament more time to confront and craft legislation to respond to what will undoubtedly be the defining issue of this Parliament.

Given the Supreme Court’s decision Canada v Carter and the fact that the majority of Members of Parliament voted in favour of this legislation it is my sincere hope that the Senate will undertake due diligence on C-14 and amend the Bill to address the many concerns that have been raised in the House of Commons.

I hope you have a great weekend.

Sincerely, Kelly

guard against too much dependence on volatile revenue sources such as oil and potash. The overall objectives of our province’s revenue system must always be to keep Saskatchewan strong by keeping our economy strong and to ensure government revenues are sufficient to ensure important programs and services are sustainable now and in the future.

That means a tax system that is competitive, simple and fair for all Saskatchewan taxpayers.

By keeping taxes low, controlling spending and investing in much needed infrastructure projects like highways, schools and hospitals, we will help Saskatchewan’s economy through a difficult year. While there is more work ahead, this budget is an important step forward to maintain the Saskatchewan advantage and keep our province strong.

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

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CAM-DON MOTORS LTD. Perdue, Sask.

2002 DODGE CARAVAN 135,000KM, 3RD ROW SEATING

1998 L9000 DAYCAB N14/18 SPD, NEW RUBER 14.5 +46R .......................................................... $25,900 2010 FORD FLEX LIMITED, ONLY 157,000KM, LOCAL, SK TAX PD .................................................... $ 2004 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS, ONLY 119,000KM CASH DEAL ................................................................$ 3,995 2001 Ford Taurus, 188,000KM, LOCAL CAR, GOOD ............................................................................ $ 3,450

$4,250 2011 F-250 4X4, REG. CAB, 6.2 GAS, 107,000KM .................................................................... $22,500 2010 F-150 XLT 4X4, CREW CAB, 100,000KM, VERY GOOD!........................................................... $21,900 2010 FORD EXPLORER XLT, ONLY 88,000KM, VERY GOOD............................................................ $16,900 2007 GMC SIERRA 2500 4X4, EXTENDED CAB, 6.0L, AUTO............................................................. $11,900 2001 D-250 5.9 GAS 4X4, REG CAB, ONLY 52,000KM, FRESH SAFETY .................................................. $10,900

SOLD

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SPRAYER OPERATOR REQUIRED The RM of Rosemount No. 378 is accepting applications from licenced sprayer applicators to operate the RM’s truck-mount sprayer on the municipal roads and backroads. Applications accepted until July 5, 2016.

Please submit to: RM of Rosemount No. 378 Box 184 Landis, SK S0K 2K0 Phone: 36-658-2034 Fax: 306-658-2028 Email: rm378@sasktel.net

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Heavy Duty Mechanic required for preventative maintenance, repair & service RI KHDY\ HTXLSPHQW Ă HHW -RXUQH\PDQ ZLWK PLQ \HDU exp with CAT, JD and heavy WUXFNV %RWK FDPS DQG VKRS ORFDWLRQV 6HUYLFH WUXFN DQG DFFRPPRGDWLRQV SURYLGHG :DJH QHJRWLDEOH 6HQG UHVXPH DQG ZRUN references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc., %R[ $UERUĂ€HOG Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ [SORUQHW FD www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

M E D I C A L TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-athome positions available.

Get online training you need from an employertrusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your workat-home career today!

**EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY** Are you mechanically inclined?

Do you enjoy the challenge of figuring out and fixing a maintenance issue?

Do you thrive in a teamwork atmosphere?

If this is you, and you’re interested in working with a growing company, then Polar Pork Farms is looking for you to join our team.

Presently, Polar Pork Farms is accepting resumes at our Bear Hills 2600 head farrow to wean farm.

The Saskatoon Tribal Council is hiring a CFS Protection Worker for Kinistin/Yellow Quill. Please visit www.sktc. sk.ca for more information and to view all job opportunities.

HIRE EMPLOYEES FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Full time

THIS INCLUDES COOKS SUPERVISORS, MANAGERS, LABOURS, TRADES & PROFESSIONALS.

JOB LOCATION: Bear Hills Sow Barn, located approximately five kilometres west of Perdue, Sask.

HIRE EMPLOYEES WITH CANADIAN EXPERIENCE

NUMBER OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS: 1

SKILLS: Applicants must be skilled in: -

Basic electrical.

Basic fabrication.

Basic welding.

Basic plumbing.

Basic tool upkeep and maintenance.

Moderate-to-advanced problem solving.

Working under deadlines.

Following daily direction.

We offer benefits, a monthly bonus, above average industry wages, and much more.

We’d like the opportunity to meet you.

Interested parties, please apply to polarpork@hotmail.ca We are committed to workplace diversity.

READY TO MOVE TO ANY LOCATION IN SASKATCHEWAN.

Call Michael at 306.651.5335

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY PA R T N E R S WANTED IN GOLD and gem mine. Minimum $10,000 investment. 403 894 9052 invest@ cocoliso.ca

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Restaurant for sale by tender, closing on June 17, 2016. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Seating Capacity for 100.

Fully equipped with grill, deep fryer, coolers, freezers, walk in cooler, chairs, tables, pots, pans, dishes, glasses, flatware, etc.

Located on three lots on the corner of Highway 3 and 24. Contact Ron Radke at 306-8834321, by email at ron.radke@spiritwood.cu.sk.ca or Lola Lapesky at 306-883-4322 or by email at lola. lapesky@spiritwood.cu.sk.ca for further information.

BIGGAR ASSOCIATED GOSPEL CHURCH corner of 8th Ave.W. and Quebec St., Biggar

Sunday Worship • 10:50 a.m.

Sunday School, 9:45 a.m.

Ladies Bible Study, Wednesdays, 9:45 a.m.

Church office phone, 306-948-3424

BIGGAR UNITED CHURCH 907 Quebec St. and corner Turnbull Ave., Biggar Sunday Worship Service • 11 a.m.

Coffee and fellowship to follow service.

Potluck after service on first Sunday of the month.

SUNDAY SCHOOL‌ first two Sundays of each month.

Church office phone, 306-948-2280, Rev. Jane Gallagher

PRESBYTERIANS, ANGLICANS AND LUTHERANS (PALS) JUNE WORSHIP @

ST. PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH

Corner 4th Ave. E. & King St., Biggar • 10:30 a.m.

JUNE 19: BBQ with Potluck desserts and salads, Teen Challenge special guests.

For more information/pastoral services, phone Pastor Mark Kleiner @ 306-948-3731, 306-951-7122.

ST. GABRIEL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 109 - 7th Ave. W, Biggar Father Michel Bedard Parish Phone: 306-948-3330

MASS TIME 3UNDAY s A M Sunday School during service

OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH Landis, Sask.

MASS TIME: 3UNDAY s A M

CAREERS

BY EMPLOYER REQUEST, CanScribe is training to fill 400 Medical Transcription positions. Train with the only accredited and AHDI approved online Canadian school. 1-866-3051165. www.canscribe.ca.

CARDS OF THANKS A HUGE thanks to Shop Easy Foods and Drake Meats, sponsors of the Shop Easy/PALS BBQ during Fair Days on June 3rd; and to all the volunteers and patrons, as we raised over a thousand bucks for Force of the Youth and Biggar Food for Thought. Hooray hurrah!

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JESUS MIRACLE CRUSADE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY 35.$!9 3%26)#% s ! - 0 - BIGGAR LEGION HALL, MAIN ST., BIGGAR CONTACT RAMIL, MARILYN OR ORLANDO 306-948-2023 OR 306-951-0095 OR 306-948-3021

Everyone Welcome!

Coming T H U R S D AY, JUNE 9: Biggar Health Centre Activity Room Tea and Bake Sale, 2- 3:30 p.m.

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

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FRIDAY, JUNE 10: 7 p.m., Teen Challenge is coming to town at Biggar Associated Gospel Church! Bring your friends and neighbours and see what Teen Challenge can do for Our Town!

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Sask Central Victim Services Inc. SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 10:00 a.m. at the Legends Centre in Warman, Board room #1 Coffee and snacks provided!

Coming

THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

MONDAY, JUNE 20: 7:00 p.m., Biggar & District Majestic Theatre Project Annual Meeting in The Bielby Hall (back of theatre). Everyone welcome.

22c3 TUESDAYS: FARMERS MARKET, starts June 21, Biggar Legion Hall, 118 Main Street, 3 - 5:30 p.m. Coffee, 50¢ 22p3

GARAGE SALES FRIDAY, JUNE 10, 5 - 7 p.m. and SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Multi-family Garage Sale, 1/2 mile south on Hwy 4.

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AUCTIONS

NOTICES

FOR SALE

WANTED

Real Estate Auction Sale for Harriett Snow. FRIDAY, JUNE 17th @ 4:00 p.m. 159 First Street, Kamsack.

Featuring 1954, 732 sq. ft. bungalow, household. Karla’s Auction 306-7820787. www.ukrainetzauction.com.

PL#310056.

Biggar Museum & Gallery has a new display n the Credit Union Gallery: Biggar Heritage: Building Biggar Businesses. See how our businesses used to look, realize how many heritage buildings we still have in our town. Museum now open for summer, Tuesday - Saturday, 9 a.m - 5 p.m. (closed for lunch, 12 - 1 p.m.)

22c3 Biggar Museum & Gallery will be accepting donations of gently used books, CDs, DVDs, and puzzles for the month of June ONLY! 21c5

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.

MAIN STREET GARAGE SALE is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition. Please phone 306-9481773 or 306-9485393.

Pickup available. tfn WANTED: Shed antlers, old traps, wild fur and castors. Phone 306278-7756, Bryon or 306-278-2299, Phil.

Consignment Auction SAT. JUNE 18, 10 a.m., Leross, Sk. Tractors, Trucks, Camper, 3pt Hitch Equipment, Sprayer, Livestock Equip, Tools, Saddles and more. Robert 306795-7387 or www.doubleRauctions. net PL#334142

INVITATIONS

90

th

Please join us to honour

Doreen Wylie’s th

90 Birthday and 68 years of business and

services to Biggar and District

SATURDAY, JUNE 25 2- 4 p.m. @ Biggar Community Hall Everyone Welcome!

P ROV I N C E WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 500,000 readers weekly.

Call this newspaper NOW or 306-649.1400 or email classifieds@swna.com for details.

Please, no gifts or cards STEEL BUILDING SALE ...”SUPER SAVINGS-ADDITIONAL 10% OFF NOW!” 20X21 $5,794 25X25 $6,584 30X31 $9,600 32X35 $10,798 42X51 $16,496.

One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www. pioneersteel.ca

WANTED Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Landfill OR contact Quentin Sittler at 306-6582132 tfn

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

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

REAL ESTATE 31 FULLY SERVICED LAKE LOTS - Murray Lake, Saskatchewan.

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, JUNE 27 in Saskatoon.

Lots range from 0.28 +/- to 0.35 +/- acres. Brennan LeBlanc: 306-280-4878; rbauction.com/ realestate.

LAND FOR SALE FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 219 1/4’s South - 100 1/4’s South East - 46 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 10 1/4’s North East - 14 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 57 1/4’s West - 50 1/4’s FARM AN D P AS TU RE LAN D AV AILAB LE TO RE N T

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

PrairieSky Royalty Ltd. is a publicly-traded company in Calgary that acquires oil & gas fee title and royalty interests at fair market value. To receive a cash offer, call 587293-4055 or visit www.prairiesky. com/SellingYour-Royalties.

For COLOUR or BLACK & WHITE PHOTOCOPYING, stop at The Independent, 122 Main St., Biggar • 306-948-3344 •

BOX 40, BIGGAR, SK S0K 0M0

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

LAND FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR RENT

Health & Wellness

For Sale… NE 36-38-15-W3rd, SW 36-38-15W3rd, 290 acres cult., assessment $76,600 and $72,100. B. Domes, Biggar, 306-948-2036.

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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 306-948-7022.

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Building a strong sense of pride by providing excellence in person centred care. Seeking a Director of Care to manage resident care in both communities.

Ensures the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of Care Services.

Qualifications: Bachelor’ s Degree in Nursing - 10 years’ experience Registered (or eligible) with the College of Registered Nursing of Alberta Relocation assistance may be available.

LAND RENT

FOR RENT

FOR

LAND RENT, in R.M. Creek. details, 9186.

FOR pasture of Eagle Call for 306-94822tfn

HOUSES FOR SALE RTM SHOW HOME: 1594 FT, 9’ CEILINGS,

VAULTED PORTION, FRONT

VERANDA AREA, STONEWORK, GABLES AND DORMERS, MAPLE CABINETS.

AWESOME QUALITY AND BEAUTY! www.swansonbuilders.ca

306-493-7027.

Saskatoon, SK.

HOUSES FOR RENT Two bedroom house for rent, fridge/stove. For viewing and info call 306-948-2958.

23p3 Two bedroom house, fridge/ stove/washer/ dryer, large yard, close to downtown, $750/ month plus utilities. Call Kassie 306-490-7368 22p3 Two bedroom house, 101 - 5th Ave. West, Biggar, fridge/stove, washer, dryer, $500/month plus utilities.

Call 306-932-4558 22p3

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

Health & Wellness Do you have a DISABILITY? Physical or mental. We can help you get up to $40,000 back from the Canadian Government.

FOR DETAILS check out our website: disabilitygroupcanada. com or CALL us today Toll-Free 1-888-875-4787.

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NEWSSTANDS @

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

SERVICES

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

Please arrange to pick up photos that have been used for publications. …Thanks, The Independent

Biggar & District ARTS Council are available for bar tending services at your functions/ events. Contact Denise @ 306948-2452 19tfn

Gov’t to look at reducing number of health regions, cutting administration costs A record $5.17 billion health budget will be invested in health infrastructure, improving access to care and reducing wait times for surgery and diagnostic services for Saskatchewan people.

The 2016-17 health budget is an increase of $57.4 million, or 1.1 per cent, over 2015-16. There has now been a 50 per cent increase in the health budget since 2007.

“Our government is committed to providing Saskatchewan residents with access to timely and high-quality health services while ensuring the ongoing sustainability of the health system,” Health Minister Dustin Duncan said. “Investing in cost-effective programs that deliver results for patients and communities continues to be a priority for the Ministry of Health.”

Duncan also announced that a special commissioner will be appointed to recommend options for fewer health regions and more effective and efficient delivery of province-wide services. The name of the commissioner will be announced in the coming days.

“We know that reducing health region administra-

tion and providing better frontline care is important to Saskatchewan residents,” Duncan said. “Delivering health care through fewer health regions will fundamentally change the way services are administered in Saskatchewan.”

Regional Health Authorities (RHAs) will receive $3.4 billion for operating funding, an increase of 2.3 per cent over funding provided to RHAs last year, and a 56 per cent increase since 2007. Included is $20 million in additional funding to reduce surgical wait times. The demand for surgery continues to rise in Saskatchewan, with an estimated three per cent more surgeries needed in 2016-17 compared to 2015-16.

Surgical funding in 2016-17 will be above both 201516 and 2014-15 levels.

“Saskatchewan has gone from the longest surgical wait times in Canada in 2007 to the shortest wait times in 2015,” Duncan said.

“Unfortunately, we have seen wait times begin to creep back up a bit in recent months.

This additional investment in surgeries should reverse that trend and ensure we continue to have

the shortest wait times in the country.”

The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency is receiving more than $167 million in funding in this budget, up $9.8 million from last year, or 6.2 per cent. The substantial increase in funding will help pay for the addition of 15 new cancer drugs that were approved last year. Since 2007, funding for the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency has increased by nearly 113 per cent.

The health budget includes $500,000 to fulfil the government’s campaign commitment to expand its robotic telemedicine to more northern communities. This project allows health care professionals to connect with patients remotely and provide realtime assessment, diagnosis and patient management.

The budget is also reducing RHA administration expenses by $7.5 million and reinvesting that funding to frontline staff in longterm care homes.

This equals a five per cent reduction in general administration costs, to be determined as part of RHA budget finalization in coming months.

Capital investments total $71.4 million in 201617, including a 25 per cent increase (to a total of $34.7 million) for capital maintenance across the province. Capital funding is also being provided for a power plant upgrade at Saskatoon Royal University Hospital, electrical renewal projects at Regina’s General and Pasqua hospitals, and completion of construction at the Kelvington Integrated Care Facility.

Need

FULL COLOUR or

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

HEALTH/WELLNESS

HEALTH/WELLNESS

Biggar

PHOTOGRAPHY

PET SERVICES Professional Dog Grooming… reasonable rates right in the Town of Biggar Open 7 days a week

Photos by Jocelyn

Portraits, Family, Weddings & Sports Photography Biggar, Sask.

411 - 3 Ave. East, Biggar

306-948-2814

306-951-9090

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HEALTH/WELLNESS

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

306-948-7682 or 306-948-7128

moonlighttherapy@hotmail.com

Weight Loss & WELLNESS Centre

• ‘Ideal Protein’ Weight Loss • ‘Slender You’ Figure Salon • H20 Massage Bed Weight Loss Coach Anne G. Livingston 317 Main St., Biggar

306-948-7274

Call Making Biggar Smaller!

- together with -

Co-Ed Fitness Centre Healthy Lifestyle Weight Loss 30-minute Circuit Personal Training Fitness Classes …owned and operated

by Brett Barber

102 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

306.948.2208

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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2016

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ELECTRICAL

NCM Home Maintenance • Residential & Commercial Painting • Handyman Service • Labour Hire • 1A Certified Licence

Nick Maguire BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES Commercial and Industrial Electrical Wiring Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan

306-948-5291

Goldburg Electric Ltd. • Residential • Commercial Contact Matt Craig

306.948.3325 PHILLIPS ELECTRIC s 2ESIDENCE s #OMMERCIAL 7IRING &OR FREE ESTIMATES Ph: 306-948-5393

PLUMBING & HEATING

WESTWIND ELECTRIC LTD. Perdue, Sask.

Peter Hofmeister Journeyman Electrician

Licenced, Insured & Bonded Over 15 years experience

Cell 1-306-753-9807 • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM

306-951-8004

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

Biggar, Sask.

306-948-3389 Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

FOR RENT

EAVESTROUGH NOW SERVING THE BIGGAR AREA

FREE ESTIMATES 5-inch continuous eavestrough

Derek Argue

306-375-7055

FREE ESTIMATES ► Eavestrough ► Soffit/Fascia ► Siding ► All other Exterior needs....

Box 277, Perdue, SK S0K 3C0

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

DENTAL

115 - 1st Avenue West Rosetown, Sask.

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

Friday, 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Phone:306.882.2123 New Patients Welcome!

BIGGAR DENTAL CLINIC

Housing for families and seniors Rent based on income

Call: 306-948-2101

THIS SPACE IN THIS DIRECTORY IS AVAILABLE FOR ONLY

$161.20 PLUS GST… ONE COLUMN X

FOR

2 INCHES

26-WEEK

PREPAID COMMITMENT (regular price is $20.16 per week = $524.16 plus gst)

Call

Kirk Ewen

CAMPBELL ACCOUNTING SERVICES

Doctor of Optometry

104 - 6 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. th

306-948-3408

306.948.3344

Contact THE INDEPENDENT 306-948-3344

• Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • Financial Statements

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

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

rod.campbell@sasktel.net 122 Main St., Biggar, SK

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

For appointments…

1-855-651-3311

LEGAL SERVICES

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

306-948-3346

ROSETOWN DENTAL

BIGGAR HOUSING AUTHORITY

Box 323, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Danny Pickett Travis Poletz 306-230-4535 306-948-6570 saskwestconstruction@outlook.com

“Setting a Higher Standard” ∆New Construction ∆Re-roofs ∆Torch-on ∆Tile ∆Metal ∆Asphalt ∆All repairs ∆Shakes ∆Inspections NOW DOING ∆ Eavestroughing ∆ Downspouts ∆ Soffit & Facia We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On Insurance Excellent Local References For a FREE estimate please call… 306-948-5453

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OPTOMETRISTS

…serving your community since 1972

201B - 2nd Ave. West P. O. Box 1480 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Ph: 306-948-5133

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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES “Administrative Services to

Meet Your Business Needs” ~ One time projects or long term service

For a FREE consultation, call

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

Cheryl Irvine @

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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

INVESTMENTS

223 Main Street Biggar Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

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

INSURANCE

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

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

INSURANCE

INVESTMENTS For all your investment needs, Visit…

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. th

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5 Avenue 106 Street

NORTH BATTLEFORD, Sask.

Shop 306.446.3298

Fax 306.445.4275

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.

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

Landis Of¿ce Hours:

304 Main St., Biggar Phone: 306-948-2204 Toll Free: 1-855-948-2204

100 - 2nd Ave. W., Landis Phone: 306-658-2044 Toll Free: 1-855-658-2044

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon., Tues., & Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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

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

Thurs., CLOSED

Website: www.biggarinsurance.ca Email: biggar@biggarinsurance.ca

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Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial

SGI Safety Inspection Auto Repair TIRES

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

306.948.2700

Dave Molberg Farm & Acreage Salesperson (306) 948-4478 dave.molberg@hammondrealty.ca HammondRealty.ca

of The Battlefords Independently Owned and Operated

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

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

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

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AGRICULTURE

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For all your Cereal and Pulse Cleaning

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Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

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703 - 4th Ave. E., Biggar (just off Truck Route)

Teams, Corporate and Personal Attire

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PROCESSING INC.

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207 Main St. Biggar

Phone: 306-948-5678

Open Monday-Friday

1st Ave. West, Biggar

Residential Salesperson 113 3rd Ave. W., Biggar, SK (306) 948-7995 cari.perih@hammondrealty.ca

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Landscaping, Snow Removal, Topsoil, Clay, Gravel, Sand Bobcats, Excavator, Gravel Truck Serving Perdue and area for the past 10 years

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THUR-O CARPET

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306-658-4474, Landis

Phone‌

306-948-5600

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Certified Scale and Ticketed Loads Serving Rosetown & Biggar areas Phone‌ Leam Craig

306-948-2801/306-948-7279 BIGGAR & DISTRICT JOHN G. SMITH Junk Removal, FAMILY CENTRE Small Moves, pick up and delivery

½ ton truck & handy men

Ph: 306-948-3856 or Cell: 306-948-7896

220 Main St., Biggar

OPEN: Tues., Thurs., & Fri., 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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CBSA intercepts assault rifle, invasive species at Sask. border in May The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is pleased to share a sample of May highlights from its border crossings in Saskatchewan.

On May 26, CBSA officers examined a pickup truck and trailer at the North Portal border crossing and found the following undeclared items: a restricted .45-calibre pistol, 13 overcapacity magazines, a prohibited switchblade, and a prohibited AM-15 semi-automatic assault rifle. On May 30, in Regina Provincial Court, Justin Dallas Ross, 24, of Oklahoma, pleaded guilty to two counts of smuggling

under the Customs Act and was sentenced to $3,000 in fines.

There were two more undeclared guns seized at the same crossing: • On May 1, officers found a prohibited .45-calibre revolver in the cab of a commercial vehicle, under a duffle bag on the top sleeping bunk. They arrested the driver, a Georgia man, who paid a $1,000 penalty before being allowed to continue into Canada – without the gun – to deliver his load.

• On May 14, officers searched the van and trailer of a traveller moving to Alaska and found a 20-gauge shotgun. He

paid an $80 penalty for its return and was turned away for committing an offence upon entry to Canada.

On May 8, during Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week, officers at North Portal inspected a boat a traveller was importing to Canada and found barnacles on the rear and mussels in the live well. They contacted Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment, who attended to seal the boat and arrange for its decontamination.

At Regina International Airport, officers searched a Georgia man’s laptop bag on May 7 and uncovered United States (U.S.)

PracticeUp Saskatchewan - SGI and police focus on new drivers in June New drivers are the province-wide focus of June’s traffic safety spotlight.

Police will by watching for new drivers not following restrictions outlined in the Graduated Driver’s Licensing (GDL)

and Motorcycle Graduated Driver’s Licensing (MGDL) programs.

While new drivers include inexperienced drivers of any age, they are most commonly young drivers. Compared to all other age groups, young drivers account for a disproportionate amount of collisions, injuries and fatalities on Saskatchewan roads.

Between 2010 and 2014, drivers 19 years of age and younger represented 7.1 per cent of Saskatchewan’s driving population,yet accounted for 11.1 per cent of all

collisions. Young drivers also represented 12.1 per cent of drivers killed and 13.3 per cent of drivers seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision.

“Practice is key as a new driver as it helps reinforce safe driving

skills and habits,” said Earl Cameron, Vice President of the Auto Fund. “The requirements and restrictions under the GDL and MGDL program are in place for a reason - to ensure new drivers and riders develop the appropriate level of driving skill and road experience before they progress into higher risk driving situations.”

SGI recommends new drivers keep the following tips in mind: ˚ Know the restrictions for new drivers and riders and how they affect you.

˚ Practice driving in different weather conditions and at different times of day. ˚ Gradually expose yourself to more complex and higher-risk traffic situations. ˚ Avoid distraction (cellphones, radio, passengers, et cetera) and concentrate on the road. ˚ Practice complicated driving maneuvers and traffic situations with a qualified instructor or supervising driver until you master them. ˚ Before driving, familiarize yourself with vehicle controls and functions. ˚ New drivers = young drivers or inexperienced drivers of any age. ˚ Motor vehicle crashes are leading cause of injury and death for SK youth. ˚Drivers 19 and younger are 40% more likely to be in a collision than drivers in other age groups. ˚ Zero tolerance for alcohol, drug and phone us in GDL and MGDL programs. ˚ $150 fine + 3 demerits for failing to comply with license restrictions.

cash with a value of nearly CAN$13,000. He had declared he did not have currency in excess of CAN$10,000, and after officers confirmed the money belonged to him, he paid a $250 penalty for its return. On May 8, officers seized 35 pills of suspected amphetamine from a North Carolina man.

On May 3 at North Portal, CBSA officers refused entry to a male U.S. resident convicted of sexual misconduct and possession of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) with intent to sell. On May 19, they refused entry to a U.S. resident convicted of aggravated assault. On May 22, officers at the remote Monchy border crossing refused entry to a U.S. resident convicted of interfamilial sexual abuse.

CBSA officers in Saskatchewan process an average of 64,271 travellers in 15,789 cars, 12,424 commercial trucks, and 263 flights every month (based on 2015 statistics).

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