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Flu clinics starting soon across the province S

askatchewan residents are being encouraged to protect themselves against influenza this season by getting a flu shot.

PALS gather sweaters for Syrian refugees

The publicly funded seasonal influenza vaccine will become available across the province beginning October 21.

Fall Fox Walk . . . Students at Biggar Central School hit the Sandra Schmirler Olympic Gold Park trails Friday

All individuals six months of age and older will be eligible to receive the vaccine.

“This is the fourth

for their annual Terry Fox Kevin Brautigam)

Harvest progresses despite recent rains Harvest is progressing well despite recent rains in many areas of the province.

Saskatchewan farmers now have 71 per cent of the 2013 crop combined, according to Saskatchewan

Agriculture’s Weekly Crop Report for the period of September 17 to 23.

Twenty-one per cent

Winter is coming soon to the Middle Eastern country of Jordan, where thousands of Syrian refugees are camped, waiting out the brutal civil war in their country.

PALS is part of a Canada-wide effort to collect 10,000 new or gently used sweaters of all sizes (for men, women, or children), and your help is urgently needed.

Sweaters can be dropped off with Mary Ann Nostbakken at 405 Fifth Avenue West (306-948-2571), or at Redeemer at Seventh and Ontario on Wednesday and Thursday mornings.

Deadline for drop off is Monday, October 21.

Minister Dustin Duncan said, Friday. “We want to ensure our residents have easy access to the flu shot and stay healthy during the flu season.”

The publicly funded vaccine will be available through public health clinics, physicians, and nurse practitioners across the province.

Residents can contact their public health office, family physician, nurse practitioner, Regional H e a l t h A u t h o r i t y, o r call HealthLine at 811 to find the nearest flu clinic. Information on flu clinics is also available on the Regional Health Authority’s and Ministry of Health’s Web sites.

“Getting the vaccine is an effective way to avoid becoming ill with influenza,” Chief Medical H e a l t h O f f i c e r D r.

Saqib Shahab said. “We particularly recommend the flu shot for people at high risk of influenzarelated complications and those in close contact with individuals at high risk.”

High-risk groups for influenza include: • people with chronic health conditions; • people 65 and older; Run. (Independent Photo by • residents of long-term care facilities; • people with severe obesity; and • children under 5 and is swathed or ready to pregnant women.

Influenza is a straight-cut. The five-year average (2008-2012) for contagious viral disease this time of year is 60 per of the respiratory system cent combined and 23 per that can be spread by cent swathed or ready to coughing, sneezing or touching surfaces like straight-cut.

H a r v e s t p r o g r e s s i s door handles and then most advanced in the touching mouth, nose west-central region, with or eyes. In addition to 86 per cent of the crop getting a flu shot, the combined. Sixty-two per spread of influenza can be cent is combined in the limited through infection southeast; 79 per cent p r e v e n t i o n m e t h o d s in the southwest; 60 per such as frequent handcent in the east-central washing, coughing and region; 68 per cent in the sneezing into the sleeve, northeast and 73 per cent cleaning surfaces often and staying at home in the northwest.

Of the crop that has when sick.

For more information on been harvested, average to above-average yields the provincial influenza are being reported in most immunization program, areas; however, they vary influenza symptoms and from region to region. self-care, visit Ministry Spring wheat average o f H e a l t h ’s We b s i t e yields are reported as 46 at health.gov.sk.ca or bushels per acre, durum H e a l t h l i n e O n l i n e a t …see Harvest, cont. pg 16 healthlineonline.ca. year we’re offering the vaccine free of charge to all Saskatchewan residents over the age of six months,” Health

Let the gravy flow . . . Bona Jean Boyle, left, and Joanne Meszaros were some of the many volunteers who readied the food for the first of many fall suppers. St. Gabriel Church helped celebrate the fall season with their supper at the Community Hall this past Sunday. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2013

Biggar Central School 2000 held their second annual family night showcase, letting parents meet teachers and staff, and take a look at all the curricular and extra-curricular activities available for their kids. Students could also take a more indepth look into activities they may be interested in, all the while having their “passport� stamped, getting an opportunity to win some prizes. The Biggar Student Community Council provided a free hotdog and hot chocolate to those who attended, making the evening a win-win for all involved.

(Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2013

by Rod Pedersen, Voice of the Riders The Saskatchewan Roughriders are in a lot of trouble as the stretch drive for the 2013 Canadian Football season officially begins.

With other teams tuning up for the playoffs, the once mighty Green and White have fallen from the upper echelon of the league to a team doing a lot of soulsearching and looking for answers at a critical time.

Sunday’s 17-12 loss in Montreal was the team’s fourth consecutive defeat and they find themselves all alone in third-place in the CFL West. Less than a month ago the Riders’ 8-1 record was the best in the league - and the franchise’s best start in 103 years - but now at 8-5 there are three better clubs in the loop.

Your record is what you are, and right now the Riders are treading water in the deep end.

The biggest reason for the slide? The answer is fairly simple; when tailback Kory Sheets went out with a knee injury in Week 12, the offense went into hiding.

The sophomore accounted for 31 per cent of Saskatchewan’s offense through the opening nine games, the most for any running back or receiver this year. Without him, the team appears

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lost.

Add in injuries to offensive linemen Chris Best and Ben Heenan and the current tailspin is explainable.

However unfortunately it’s not acceptable for a team whose sights were set on finishing in first-place in the West and playing in the Grey Cup in November.

The first goal seems remote now but the second is certainly achievable. The road is just a bit longer now.

What the Riders need right now is time, but they’re not going to get it because the schedule stops for nobody.

“It’s one of those things, we gotta get healthy on the o-line and get continuity there,” Rider coach Corey Chamblin said after the loss in Montreal. “We have musical chairs on the o-line but we have to come back and play better ball.”

If Chamblin knows the way out of this, he’s not saying. For each of the past four weeks he’s surmised that the club needs to play better. However they haven’t.

“I don’t know,” said Rider Radio analyst Carm Carteri when asked on our postgame show what’s happened to this club. “We’re all trying to figure that out.

Was it the Dewdney Incident? They won after that went down. That was kept pretty quiet for three weeks so I can’t say that. No, the bad penalties and the turnovers are hurting this team.

And they’re not scoring when they need to score.”

The penalties and turnovers should be correctable.

Historically they have been, although they’ve haunted this team for the past month and counting.

As for the scoring, the return of Sheets would help remedy that but at this point we don’t know when he’ll be back on the field.

“You have a guy like that who’s playing at a high level,” Chamblin said on the weekend when discussing the club’s woes without the league’s top rusher. “It doesn’t matter who you sub in there, no one’s going to be able to get to the level he was playing at. Even himself when he comes back, it will be a climb for him but we started with Kory and you just have to weather the storm [without him].”

In the meantime the pressure ramps up to an almost intolerable level here in the Wheat Province. People are fleeing the bandwagon in droves and Chamblin has noticed.

“It’s amazing that you say that,” Chamblin smiled when asked about it on Saturday. “I told Darian the other day that I always hear the negative part of the fans but when we’re out and about, I never see those fans, for the most part. It’s not us against the fans. Our fans are our fans and our critics are our critics. We just have to make sure that just because they have the same colour of clothes on, we don’t call them fans.”

(For daily rider news, follow Rod on Twitter at @sportscage)

Junior Girls volleyball action . . . Perdue Steelers return the ball during the Biggar Central School Junior Girls home tournament, Saturday. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Arts Council performance season begins this October 10 The Biggar and District Arts Council is kicking off their 2013-14 Stars for Saskatchewan concert series this Thursday, October 10 with Maritime roots artist Old Man Luedecke.

Old Man Luedecke isn’t afraid to put his neck on the line. His latest album, Tender Is The Night, goes beyond his beloved solo, banjo-driven folk tunes.

Driving a Nashville band from beginning to end with his recognizable voice, this is an artist honing his cunning lyrical flair – tenderly pushing the boundaries of his storytelling with his unique mix of folk, bluegrass and pop hooks.

Old Man Luedecke has a penchant for language.

Based in Chester, Nova Scotia, the award-winning roots singer-songwriter’s latest album, Tender Is The Night, gives nod to F.R. Scott Fitzgerald’s

famous novel, a title lifted from John Keats poem, ‘Ode To A Nightingale.’

With skilful precision and a storyteller’s heart, Luedecke’s narrativedriven folk songs are playful, coy, and soul warming.

Rich in metaphor, heart and instrumentation, Tender Is The Night muses on love, art and purpose.

“I am running like everyone else. Laughing just to keep from crying. I

am always trying to find a way to express,” says Luedecke. “I am a prisoner for my appreciation for language; language that moves me is language that is unusual. I feel like it’s an important thing I can contribute to songwriting.”

After touring the globe, winning multiple Juno Awards, and becoming a father to twin girls, Luedecke has finally found confidence in

Old Man Luedecke (Submitted Photo)

himself, and his art.

Tender Is The Night is a balancing act, a collection of songs artfully crafted, and tenderly performed.

“The songs are about a variety of topics, a meditation on art and ambition is present in a lot of what I do. Art and whether there is spiritual success without worldly success, that’s at the heart of Tender Is The Night,” says Luedecke.

Luedecke also describes his music as “songs of reassurance,” and that music should always make you feel good.

“The way I can make you feel good is saying the decisions that you make that aren’t popular, or going with the mainstream, are going to work out.”

Old Man Luedecke plays at the Majestic Theatre, Thursday, October 10.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2013

Potash unpredictabilty proving need for prudence

by Colin Craig, Canadian Taxpayers Federation Imagine if your spouse worked in sales, had a really good year and brought home a $10,000 bonus.

Would you start counting on such a large bonus each year or would you budget responsibly and dream of what to do with the money if it happened again? It’s probably fair to say most responsible households would only count on the spouse’s salary and hope the bonus came again in the future.

Yet, when it comes to revenues the Saskatchewan government receives from oil, potash and other resources, some people want the government to spend money as if every year were a bonus year.

There is always an endless list of special interest groups seeking more and more spending.

That’s simply not responsible.

Recent volatility in potash revenues reinforces the need for prudent budgeting.

At the end of July, the government’s revenues from potash sales came into doubt as a Russian potash firm pulled out of a potash cartel and caused musings they would start to undercut competitors. So what does that have to do with Saskatchewan?

Well, the end of the cartel could lead to lower prices as companies compete more with each other for market share.

That could reduce potash sales by Saskatchewan companies and lead to lower royalties paid to the Saskatchewan government.

Some are saying it could be a drop by as much as $150 million or approximately 1.3 per cent of total government revenues.

This problem is remi-

niscent of what happened back in 2009-10. The government tabled a budget that year that counted on $1.9 billion in potash revenues. However, demand for potash dropped like a rock after the budget was tabled and potash revenues evaporated.

Those two potash shocks in just five years reinforce the need for the government to spend prudently and avoid the mistake Alberta made with its resource boom; treating too many years like big bonus years.

It’s good the Wall government has taken many steps to try and find savings within the provincial government budget.

For example, their 2013

budget notes that by the end of this fiscal year they will have reduced the size of the bureaucracy by more than 1,900 positions over a four-year period.

In health care the government announced a new partnership for linen cleaning services that will save taxpayers $93 million over a ten-year period. Last year the government announced the end of the film subsidy program; a move that will save taxpayers millions more.

These are all good steps to help control spending, but the government should do more.

For example, the government, and arms

length bodies, should start putting new employees in less costly pension plans. This is something the NDP government did during the late 1970s and early 1980s, but there are still some workers in the expensive type of plans (health care workers being one example.)

Another example would be to pursue more partnerships with the private sector. If the government can save $93 million through a linen cleaning partnership, imagine what other possibilities are out there? Hospital custodial and security services, payroll administration and provincial

park maintenance are a few that come to mind.

Continuing to cut back handouts for other businesses should also be a consideration (such as the subsidies for labour sponsored investment

funds.)

One thing is clear, the unpredictability of potash and other resources shows once again the need for prudent budgeting. That’s something you can bank on.

Students coming to grips with shortcomings of a post-secondary education Forty-six per cent now have a back-up plan in case they can’t get a job in their chosen field of study

by Roslyn Kunin, Troy Media business columnist Distributed by Troy Media, www.troymedia. com “Leave me alone, already. I’m doing the best I can.” This is probably a typical Canadian reaction as yet another media person, banker or financial advisor tells us once again that we have too much debt and that this debt is going to ruin our country as a whole and our personal futures in particular.

Nowhere are the horrors of debt more vilified than when the debt is held by newly-graduated and frequently unemployed students. Young people should not have to begin their adult lives with tens of thousands of dollars of debt looming over their heads, even more so when their work options do not contain the secure, well-paying jobs they had hoped to get after graduation.

How are they going to

buy a house, start a family and do the things that keep the country going?

Student debt is a problem in the U.S. as well as Canada.

U.S. President Barak Obama thought he had a solution. Universities and colleges should dramatically reduce the tuition fees they charge.

Then students would not need to borrow so much to get their education. He forgot, however, that it costs the educational institutions money to provide education. If students pay less, someone else has to make up the difference and it won’t be governments on both sides of the Canada/U.S. border trying to balance budgets and reduce their own debt.

A better solution would be to give incoming students the tools they need to avoid getting into the high debt/low income trap in the first place.

First, we have to make a distinction

between consumption and investment. If you are going to school to expand your mind, to be fascinated by learning new and exciting things or to enjoy time with friends while postponing getting a job for a few years, then that is consumption. If you are going to school to get the skills required to meet your future needs, such as food, shelter, raising a family, and maybe even the occasional vacation, then that is investment.

Student debt can be justified - in fact, even encouraged - if it is for investment purposes because it can then be expected to generate the income needed to repay the debt and more. It is debt for consumption purposes that gets us into trouble.

Unfortunately, many students and parents are not clear about the purpose behind getting an education. At one time, getting a degree meant - besides four years of having fun and maybe even learning

something - landing a good job upon graduation but that is no longer true. In fact, it has not been true for at least two generations.

A degree today has to be understood to be an investment.

Students need to do their homework and ask some searching questions well before they register. In what fields am I likely to find work? Who will hire me? Where are my prospective employers located and how much do they pay? Maybe students should even go and talk to some potential employers and see what they look for before enrolling.

Better to find out now rather than after graduating deep in debt.

Too many students still treat education as a consumer good, picking courses they like or because they are not offered too early in the morning. It is usually only in the final semesters that students start looking for a return on their ‘investment’ but

by then it is often too late.

However, according to a study by the Bank of Montreal, there is some light at the end of the tunnel. The study reports that while less than a third (29 per cent) of post-secondary students expect to get a job in their field on graduation, almost half (46 per cent) now have a back-up plan. If no one will give them a job, they will create their own by starting a business.

This is good news.

Canada will benefit from emergence of young, educated entrepreneurs. Let us hope that they have learned the difference between investment and consumption and are aware of the pitfalls of debt as they get their businesses going.

Troy Media BC’s Business columnist Roslyn Kunin is a consulting economist and speaker and can be reached at www.rkunin. com.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2013

Thanksgiving -- a time to give thanks for all that we have.

And, we have a lot compared to some countries. Even though we may struggle and our wish list is longer than our paycheque, as Canadians we still live a very good life.

For some Thanksgiving is a long weekend -- that extra day off when we have time to do those “extra” things that we never seem to have time for in our busy lives. For many it is a time to visit with family. For most we get together for fun and fellowship, cook a turkey along with all the trimmings, eat way too much but enjoy the day anyway.

In Canada Thanksgiving is a public holiday and we celebrate the second Monday of October, unlike our American friends who celebrate the fourth Thursday in November. However, the reasons for celebrating and the traditions are very similar.

The history is clearly documented. Native peoples held a ceremony to celebrate the completion of harvest long before European explorers stepped foot

on our soil. There were often festivals held to give thanks for the bountiful harvest and good fortune. When Martin Frobisher landed in 1578 he held a ceremony just to celebrate the fact that he had survived the long journey in his quest to find a northern passage.

It is thought that refugees fleeing the civil was in the United States brought the custom of an annual Thanksgiving festival to Canada.

Starting in 1879, an annual Thanksgiving Day was held every year but the date would vary and there was a special theme every year. Many themes were held on the premise “blessings of an abundant harvest”. The golden and diamond jubilees of Queen Victoria and King Edward VII’s coronation spawned themes for later years.

Then, with the ending of the First World War until 1930, Armistice Day and Thanksgiving Day were celebrated on the Monday closest to November 11. This was the anniversary of the official end of hostilities in World War I. In 1931, Armistice Day was renamed Remembrance Day which was

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celebrated on November 11 and Thanksgiving Day was celebrated on a Monday in October.

Then, in 1957, it was moved to the second Monday in October and it has become a national holiday. Schools and post offices are closed and many people, depending on where they work, will have the day off.

Canadian Thanksgiving is linked to the European tradition of harvest, likely because of our close ties to England.

One of the more common symbols is a cornucopia (horn of plenty) which is filled with seasonal fruits and vegetables. A cornucopia is a Greek symbol of bounty and plenty so it is very appropriate for this day of giving thanks.

For Canadians the weekend is a welcome celebration and everyone’s family traditions are very individual. However, in the U.S. Thanksgiving is the year’s biggest holiday occasion.

Canadians save their big fan fare for the Christmas holiday season.

Happy Thanksgiving to all.

Saskatchewan workers see pay increase Saskatchewan workers continue to be rewarded with higher wages, according to a report on average weekly earnings released by Statistics Canada, Friday.

For the month of July, average weekly earnings in the province were $939.58, the second highest in the nation and well above the Canadian average of $914.25.

“In our new Saskatchewan, people are prospering as a result of better employment opportunities and the lowest unemployment in the country,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said.

“It provides people with more job options and leads to higher paying positions.”

There was a 1.3 per

cent increase in wages on a year-over-year basis, the third highest percentage increase among the provinces.

Nine industries had increases, with the highest growth rates in services such as repair and maintenance at 13.9 per cent, construction at 9.1 per cent, and administration and support up 7.8 per cent.

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“Record job numbers, low unemployment, growing population and higher wages are all supporting Saskatchewan’s economic success.”

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Shirley Meechance, right, was the Biggar Museum and Gallery monthly toonie draw winner. Here, she accepts her $92 winnings from the Biggar Museum and Gallery Executive Director Staci Walker. Shirley is a regular supporter of the draw and the museum, and it paid off! Congratulations, Shirley! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

TOWN OF BIGGAR PUBLIC NOTICE Residents that have trees on their property that are overhanging Town streets, sidewalks or lanes are requested to trim these trees back to their property lines to a height of twelve (12) feet. After October 11, 2013, the Town crew will be trimming any trees encroaching on Town streets, sidewalks and lanes.

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by Bob Mason

Mothers Mebbe it wasn’t the best place in the world to do this kind of thing and mebbe as we sang our voices didn’t sound as good as we wanted them to, but we had no choice!

It was in early 1945 (during World War II) and our whole regiment of infantry was “standing to” in the small Dutch town of Boxtel, Holland, awaiting orders to move up into the Rhineland campaigns.

None of us knew exactly what lay ahead, as a matter of fact two of the men who sang that night never did get home to see their mothers again. Captain Norman Donaldson was killed the next day, a few miles this side of the Hochwald Forest, and Corporal Jack Glavin from Lakenheath, Saskatchewan used up

his bottom dog-tag* just across the Kusten Kanal!

All of a sudden though, someone said something reminding us of the security of family, home and Mothers - and we broke into song!

We were an oddball trio, I think, and mebbe sounded a bit oddball too as we tried to be sentimental with this oddball song: “I want a gal, just like the gal who married dear old Dad! There was a gal and the only gal that Daddy ever had!”

We were a long ways from home, and the mothers we were singing about, trying to express (in our ribald way) how much they had meant to us!

YT met Jack Glavin’s brother Fred, in Regina

a few months later (after we came home) and he told me how Jack had always been a loner and never a sentimentalist - but he was sure a different guy as we sang that night!

As for the third (ahem!) singer (YT), he had bid two tearful goodbyes on the old CPR platform in Saskatoon, and when we did come safely home there were a few tearful “Hello’s” - Mother’s are something else, eh?

There have been thousands of pages written about the bond between mothers and their children. Some very familiar! Was it King Solomon who made the suggestion they cut a baby in two (1: Kings 3:2), so that the mothers both claiming it could have half each? And was it the real mother of the child who said one verse later, “Give her the living child, and by no means slay it!”

Mebbe YT should mention again: “Mother’s are something else, eh?”

Even the mothers of

wild animals will give their all in defense of their young! Mebbe we were cruel kids when we killed the mothers biting our pitchforks that had disturbed their nest? And all of us have followed that broken-winged bird luring us away . . .

The men on Coffee Row laugh at the scars on top of YT’s head, and make terrible comments about them, knowing darn well the reason is that the local golf carts are being built a little too low. But they should have seen my scalp when that hawk-mother divebombed as I was robbing its nest!

We were kind of young mebbe, but many of those lessons on the valuable lectures of Mother, we will never forget.

The next few lines about mothers may seem a little oddball, too, but this little incident happened at a small community party in Fielding 75 years ago.

The lesson it taught us has never been forgotten either!

Reverend Frank Myers of Maymont (whom many readers may remember) was asked to say a little bit and took up 10 minutes of our young lives reciting the first three words of “Old Mother Hubbard”.

After taking up a couple (or five) minutes, pointing out to us that Mother Hubbard was no longer young but actually somewhat aged, his voice changed to his best pulpit type reverence: “And,” he explained, almost in awe, “she was mother!”

It took Frank quite a long time to tell us about the glory and grandeur of being old, and of course we listened intensely, but eventually, in his best professional pulpit expressions, that she was - get this folks! - a mother! “ A mother,” he gasped again, almost in awe, not an ordinary run-of-themill mother, like we see on the street everyday or a flighty young female playing the field, but a true blue, apron-wearing lady who loved all her friends, even her dog!

After all she did look in her cupboard for some scrap it could chew on!

Not only had the years changed her once-golden curls to even more valuable silver ones, let me say this with the greatest of respect

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she was a mother, an outstanding mother, in a world of outstanding mothers . . .

And then, as that 1937 audience hushed at the memory of their mothers, he gave a fewminute run-down about her name.

“It was no ordinary common name,” he continued. “like Myers, Mason, or Maxwell, but a very distinguished one that has been in the forefront of history since the beginning of time: Hubbard,” he repeated, almost in reverence! “Whose greatest contribution to our world was that she was a mother!”

All this was quite a few years ago mind you, and YT isn’t even sure that Reverend Myers is around any more. With those three words he entertained us for 15 minutes, but nobody laughed!

Reverend Myers was not describing anything new to us, but that lesson on motherhood that he gave, almost in jocularity, at a small hometown party, was one that this 90-some-yearold-guy-who-was-there will never forget!

What more should one say about mothers? Do we quote Lincoln and say, “all that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother”? Or do we huddle in some faroff foreign doorway and sing “I want a girl, just like the girl . . .”

It doesn’t matter much, I think! No matter what we do!

It sure isn’t going to be enough! *Every soldier wore a coat around his neck with two name-number tags on it - one was cut off as a record that he died!

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OAS benefit amounts increase for October to December 2013 Employment and Social Development Canada, Monday, announced the quarterly benefit amounts for Old Age Security (OAS) for October to December 2013.

The basic OAS pension benefit paid to people 65 years of age and older will increase by 0.2 per cent (from $549.89 to $550.99 per month for the maximum benefit) from October 1 to December 31, 2013.

Payments under the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), the Allowance and the Allowance for the Survivor will also increase by the same percentage.

The OAS program consists of the basic pension, the GIS and the Allowances. The GIS and Allowances provide additional benefits to

eligible low-income pensioners and their spouses or commonlaw partners, as well as to eligible survivors.

OAS benefit amounts are reviewed quarterly (in January, April, July and October) and revised as required to reflect increases in the cost of

if the average CPI goes down, OAS benefits will remain the same.

The OAS program is funded through general tax revenues and enhances the quality of life of Canadian seniors by providing a modest base upon which to build additional income for retirement. In 2012–2013, it provided 5.2 million seniors with an estimated $40.4 billion in benefits.

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Diamond Lodge News What a windy weekend we have had. It’s crazy to see 80 kilometre winds here in Saskatchewan. At least, the residents are in a warm safe building to keep out of the cold.

On Monday we had exercises and beat the dice.

Tuesday, we had current events. We took a good look in The Independent. The residents enjoy seeing the pictures.

The afternoon consisted of Floor Yahtzee. Team scarecrow and team pumpkin played against each other. Team pumpkin had over 200 points which made them the winner.

Wednesday was Men’s coffee group. We talked about the train derailment at Landis. They got

to try some orange muffins. In the afternoon we had a Fall Fair. The residents got to enjoy home made doughnuts, lemonade, caramel apples and hot popcorn. There were different activities for them to do. There was a fish pond, jelly bean guess and a jam contest.

The Activity Department/ Residents and the staff brought their favourites and put them in the contest. The Activity Department/ Residents had the winning jar of raspberry/ strawberry jam. To end the fair we had two staff members volunteer to get creamed . . . whip cream that is. We had a pie throwing contest.

Residents and staff got together and threw whip

cream pies at the two volunteers. It was a big hit and a lot of laughs were made.

Thursday was exercises and bingo.

Friday was Barbecue Club and later was sing along with Shirley.

Saturday was Home Sweet Home Bingo. The Saturday movie for the week was “My Sisters Keeper.”

Sunday was spa morning. Sonningdale Pentecostal Church came for church this week.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Lodge this week. It is always nice to see as many people possible.

Have a good week everyone and talk to you soon!

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When I pursue agriculture news

by Calvin Daniels

I’m always drawn to read anything about genetically modified crops.

The most recent example was when I took a look through the fall 2013 edition of The Union Farmer, the quarterly publication of the National Farmers Union (NFU).

The issue contains a rather lengthy look at the NFU’s lobbying effort to stop the introduction of Roundup Ready alfalfa, a GM variety of the crop which of course would live through an application of the aforementioned weed

control product.

The position of the NFU of course was not a surprise at all.

The organization has remained solidly against GM technology from the start, and that position remains.

But the article’s existence, more than its content, is what interested me.

It illustrates how the debate about GM technology is an ongoing one, and is becoming one of entrenched positions with limited capacity for movement.

It really breaks along two lines, one of

science and the other of emotion.

On the science side there is simply the thinking that if something can be developed which can have a benefit it should be.

Certainly what is created must be safe, but that determination must come after the basic science has taken place.

So the first GM crop to be Roundup Ready could only be determined safe after it was in existence.

That it has been determined safe then opens the door to more crops to be developed along the same line.

We have seen interest in a GM wheat, one which government opposition in other countries where threats of blocking exports were obvious, squashed the development.

Now the debate is around alfalfa.

The science remains very much the same and so that brings in the

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element of emotion.

If we look at canola, where most of the Canadian crop is a GM variety of one type or another, have we seen issues of health result?

For most canola remains a preferred oil when it comes to cooking because of the oil profile.

Yes there was opposition, again at the political level, in other countries, but those were more obviously trade barrier inspired rather than public health issues.

Domestically, the public’s position is a blurred one.

Ask most would you prefer to eat a GM carrot, or a non-GM carrot, the answer is likely to be

non-GM. The reason for the answer would be one based on emotion because there has been enough media coverage of GM which implies it is not as good, consumers have gravitated to the other side.

It’s the same where most consumers would opt for a non-sprayed food option too.

And most would say they prefer locally grown over imported over thousands of miles.

But the reality is most of us happily purchase imported, sprayed foods, and eat them daily, without a lot of second thought.

And so the GM debate will continue.

Long term GM is likely to win out based on need.

The ability to such crops to expand cropping regions, help yields, and fight pests and disease, is likely to be too great a benefit as agriculture feeds a growing populace to ignore.

Yes there should be checks in the system to make sure the science is as safe as possible, but that can be said of every microwavable bacon product or energy drink too.

In the end though if the benefits to farmers of a GM alfalfa make economic sense, then it should be an option available to them.

Council News for the Town of Asquith - September Asquith Town Council held its regular council meeting on September 10.

Attending the meeting were Mayor James Maddin, Councillors Gail Erhart, Karen Gamble, Garry Dumont and Don Lysyshyn. Also attending were Foreman Darren Kraft and C.A.O. Holly Cross.

Council resolved to accept the treasurer’s statement of receipts and expenditures for August and the July bank reconciliations.

Resolution was made to accept accounts paid of $25,858.75 and accounts payable of $51,424.70.

Mayor Maddin, in conjunction with Town Council, has proclaimed the month of October to be Breast Cancer Awareness Month within the Town of

Asquith.

Members of the Asquith Fire Department and the Asquith First Responders attended the Council meeting.

Training for the Jaws of Life has been done, but much more training needs to be done.

As well, there are more tools that will be needed in order to ensure the safety of both the victim and the emergency services volunteers.

Fire Prevention Week is the week of October 6 - 12. The Asquith Fire Department will be planning an Open House and other activities.

Please watch for a poster at the Asquith Post Office and for announcements on the Town’s digital sign.

The Town of Asquith has contracted Prairie Wild Consulting to assist in the preparation of an

Official Community Plan for the Town of Asquith, as well as a Zoning Bylaw.

Consultations have occurred between Prairie Wild and Town personnel and Town Council. Now is the time for the public to have their voice. A public meeting will be held at the Asquith Seniors Center on Wednesday, October 23. An open discussion will be held regarding the pros and cons of Asquith, and where the community “sees” the Town of Asquith in 25 years. We need the whole community to come out to participate in this exercise. Refreshments will be served after the meeting.

This office hopes that everyone is enjoying the cooler, crisp air and all of the beauties of this season. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

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Financial Advice to make a positive difference

by Kim Inglis, BCom, CIM, PFP, FCSI, AIFP | Investment Advisor and Portfolio Manager Canaccord Wealth Management Leveraged and inverse Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) are gaining momentum.

Independent provider Boost ETP says that global short and leveraged ETP assets rose 15 per cent in the first six months of 2013 to $50.9 billion in assets under management. Trading volumes have increased 71 per cent from $114 billion to $195 billion per month.

Trading in leveraged and inverse Exchange Traded Funds generated a discussion paper from the Federal Reserve, studying the implications for financial stability in the markets.

Researcher Tugkan Tuzun concluded “Price-sensitive and concentrated trading of LETFs results in price reduction and extra volatility in underlying stocks” and suggested that they contributed to stock market volatility during the 20082009 financial crisis and the European sovereign debt crisis in 2011.

Given that these products are such a small part of the nearly $2 trillion dollars invested in all ETPs, and generally only provide access to the most liquid underlying markets, the likelihood of such an impact seems slim. And, as Credit Suisse pointed out two years ago, “. . . leveraged ETF rebalancing is concentrated at the end of the day and a function of how much volatility there already was in the market”. Be that as it may, the daily rebalancing should cause the average in-

vestor to think very carefully before buying leveraged and inverse ETFs. Appreciating the concern begins with understanding the math. In the simplest terms, leveraged ETFs are designed to provide a return that is a multiple of an underlying benchmark on a daily basis, often in a 2:1 or 3:1 ratio. For example, if the underlying index returned one per cent, in theory the ETF would return two or three per cent gross of management fees and costs. Likewise, if the index dropped one per cent, the ETF loss would be two or three per cent.

That’s the theory, and it sounds simple enough, but the power of compounding plays an important role.

While leveraged and inverse ETFs may provide the advertised multiple of return on one-day changes in the benchmark price, significant divergence can occur when they are held for longer than a day.

Consider a benchmark index trading at 100 and a 2:1 leveraged ETF also trading at 100. If the benchmark rose 10 per cent in one day to 110, then the leveraged ETF should theoretically rise 20 per cent to 120. If the index were to go back down to 100 the following day, the downward movement would represent -9.1 per cent for the index but -18.2 per cent for the ETF. The price for the ETF would be 98.16 though, representing a -1.84 per cent loss. The effects of compounding are immediate.

The average investor should be very wary of leverage and inverse ETFs. They

At the movies on Culture Day . . . Retired University of Saskatchewan professor Don Kerr makes a point during his talk on the art of film, Saturday at the Biggar Museum and Gallery. Kerr’s talk was one of the many events happening in Biggar as the community celebrated Culture Days with a full slate of events. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

are complicated hedges best left to those who have both the time and expertise to use them properly.Although the ETF industry discloses risks in their prospectuses and marketing materials, the sad fact is that a large percentage of investors don’t read them. Given the volatility of today’s global stock markets, investors should focus on reducing the risks to their portfolios, not increasing them.

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

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Return volley . . . St. Gabriel Junior Saint, Rachel Diehl gets ready to return the ball, Saturday during the Biggar Central School Junior Girls tournament.

(Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Service . . . Biggar Central School Junior Blazer Danessa Hollman sends the ball during Saturday’s tournament. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Perdue Community Bowl results

St. Gabriel Boys’ Volleyball team came home victorious from their third tournament of the season held in Dinsmore on Saturday, September 28. They placed first in the round robin with wins against Eatonia, Lucky Lake and Dismore. In the finals against Dinsmore, St. Gabriel took the third game 27-25.

Left to right: Landen Boisvert, Josh Hawkins, Garrett Hawkins, Jesse Garchinski, Ashton Larochelle, Joel Hanson, Benson Garchinski, Anton Ocampo, Mr. Garchinski, Nathan Hawkins. (Photo for The Independent by Michelle Hanson)

Club 55--M.H.S.--John Latta--201, M.H.T.--John Latta--490, L.H.S.--Carol Lemon--189, L.H.T.-Carol Lemon--477, M.H.A.--John Latta--159 L.H.A.--Carol Lemon-163.

Mens League--M.H.S.-George Bartley--237, M.H.T.--George Bartley-606.

Mixed League--Mens H.S. George Bartley--204, H.T.--George Bartley--

531 Ladies--H.S.Joyce Broeckel--180, L.H.T.-Joyce Broeckel--447 Y.B.C.--Bantam Girls-Cadence Watson--85, Bantam Boys--Adam Munro--136 Junior Girls--Dakota Anderson--163 Junior Boys--Memphis Richards-127 Correction from Sept. 20-Club 55--M.H.A.--John Latta--157

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planting, pruning & puttering . . . planting

by Delta Fay Cruickshank of The Independent

It’s been a dry late summer and fall.

I have had to water, a lot. I am fortunate that I live here, and do not have water restrictions, yet.

I have friends in other provinces and countries, and they have water restrictions, a lot of them.

Many of them have

decided that their front lawns have to go! Too much water, too much care, too much fertilizing and weed control. Some provinces and countries have banned many of the weed and pest controls for lawns commonly used.

If I had my way, our front lawn would be gone, to be replaced with shrubs, bushes, stones and ground covers and maybe even some vegetables. I have friends whose back gardens are just too shady to have their vegetable patch.

I see nothing wrong with them moving their

raised beds to the front of their houses, into the sunshine.

Where did this obsession of the perfect monoculture in the front of our homes originate?

The first grass around our homes, would have been pasture land for grazing animals. By the 1600’s the sprawling acres of closely scythed turf was a luxury and a status symbol for the nobility. This proved that these people were so rich, that grass was for frolicking on, not for growing food!

Inside the villages, the ‘village green’ was

created. This was a grassed area that was used for communal grazing, and also for gatherings and leisure for the common people.

This practice came across the ocean to the New World. By the 19th century wealthy American entrepreneurs laid out sprawling, highly manicured lawns. These became the ultimate status symbol in front of mansions. Urban parks were designed after the village green, and yet no animals used these for grazing, only for people to meet and recreate.

Care of these lawns was very labour intensive, which was fine while there was a large labour force. After the wars, the labour was just not there as before, and so began the use of chemicals to keep Are you ready to take that Àrst step to lose that exta weight with New U Fitness?

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So began the weekends taken up with mowing, watering and weed controlling. And, the early Saturday morning peace shattered by competing lawnmowers.

This obsession is a multibillion dollar industry now. Lawns now are the largest irrigated crop in the country!

There is a movement in many North American cities where lawns are being replaced.

Sometimes, it meets with controversy, and problems with ‘city hall’.

But, over all, a home without a lawn can be just as beautiful, if not more beautiful than a plain green lawn.

Actually, a lawn that cannot be watered because of water restrictions, or an absent homeowner, is very ugly!

There are alternatives!

Using ground covers like clover, chamomile, thyme, artificial turf, or mulches of rocks and gravel can be used.

Know in fact, that in order to get lawn free front yards, it will cost, it does need some design, hard work, and watering to become established. But, a well planned design will save nothing but time, money and water reserves over the years.

Thank you to all my readers . . . I hear often from folk who say they enjoy my planting, pruning & puttering column. I say “Thank You” to everyone for letting me share all I have learned about plants. I hope that you, like myself, realize the importance of every plant, weed or not, in our lives. Let’s not take them for granted! I shall really miss my weekly ramblings. This week will be my last article, as I am moving on to another challenge. Thank you for supporting me for over three years, it has been my delight! df

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A very attractive alternative to grass in the front yard. Grass would struggle under the tree, competing for light and moisture. Instead, ground cover and hostas, both adapted for lower light and moisture would fare better. Stones create a dry riverbed for interest. Woolly thyme is on the edge of the driveway, better able to withstand the hot and dry conditions. This design once established, could be left for weeks, the homeowner can go on vacation and not worry about watering!

Another idea for a grass free front yard. The white rocks would be placed over heavy duty landscape cloth, a blower would keep leaves out.

The boulders are backed by the grasses, creating a natural looking image.

Woolly thyme and miniature junipers are part of the ground cover.

Drought resistant potentilla bushes, mugo pines, grasses, sedums, woolly thyme and wood chips make up this very interesting and biodiverse front yard.

No need to wake up early Saturday morning to mow the lawns here, maybe the homeowner takes the family and goes fishing instead! (Photos from google.com/images)

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by Karen Itterman New Horizons has a lot of news to report for the month of August and September.

A card party was held on August 9 with Marie Roesch as the host and Ann Muc bought the lunch.

There were two tables, one of cribbage and one of Kai-

ser. The cribbage winners were Richard Boisvert and Dick Sully. The Kaiser winners were Mildred Henne and Myrtle Althouse.

The August potluck was held on August 12 with 32 people in attendance to help the members who celebrate their birthdays during the month. Don Swyryda was

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New Horizons the MC with June Hoppe providing the birthday cake. Marie Roesch sold the half-and-half tickets with Tara and Raeann Gidluck winning the money. The entertainment was supplied

by Bill Haffermehl.

Kaiser was played on Aug. 16 with four in attendance.

The winners were Marie Roesch and Joanne Kral.

The host for the afternoon was Don Swyryda with Richard Boisvert bringing the lunch.

Geoff Cooke was the host for the afternoon card party held on Aug. 23. Donna Fines provided the lunch.

The Kaiser winners were Joyce Colbert and Geoff Cooke and cribbage winners were Richard Boisvert and Ken Pearce.

Cribbage was played on Sept 6 with eight in attendance. Gord Besse was the host for the afternoon with Rita Besse providing the lunch. The winners were Gord Besse and Don Swyryda.

The September potluck was held on Sept. 9 with 34 in attendance. Anita Beckstead provided the birthday cake and the entertainment for the afternoon was Pas-

tor Mark Kleiner singing and playing his guitar. The half-and-half tickets were sold by Marg Molberg with Hazel Watson taking home the money. The MC for the afternoon was Gord Besse.

Kaiser and cribbage were played on Sept. 13 with 14 in attendance. Margaret Molberg was the host and Mildred Henne provided the lunch. At the end of play Kaiser winners were Marie Roesch and Joyce Colbert. The cribbage winners were Margaret Molberg and Barb Swyryda.

Our first Jam Session for the 2013-2014 was held on Wednesday, Sept. 18 with 50 people in attendance.

Gord Besse was the MC for the afternoon with Johanna Lehnert greeting guests at the door. Cookies were provided by Blanche Borchardt, Barb Beirnes and Gail Herzberg. The entertainers for the afternoon were Wilf and Joan Rice, Bernard Ochs, Rick Kroczgnski, Dennis Cratty, Gary Donahue, Bob Maguire, Julie Prentice, and Howard Titman. By all reports the afternoon of music was enjoyed by all. We are always to happy to have our friends from the Diamond Lodge join us for the Jam Session.

The next Jam Session will be on Oct. 16.

Kaiser was played on Sept. 20 with eight in attendance. Helen Kanz and Gord Besse were the winners. Host for the afternoon was Gord Besse with Karen Itterman providing the lunch.

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The Monday afternoon Kaiser scores are as follows: Aug. 19: Pat Turner, Joyce Colbert, Evelyn Potter, Agnes Watson. HSG Agnes Watson and Pat Turner.

Aug 26: Geoff Cooke, Marie Roesch, Helen Kanz, Joyce Colbert. HSG: Dick Sully and Marie Roesch. Sept. 2: Marie Roesch, Ken Pearce, Ron Arnold, Mildred Henne.

HSG: Ken Pearce and Marie Roesch. Sept. 15: Dick Sully, Bill Fisher, Agnes Watson, Joanne Kral. HSG: Dick Sully and Agnes Watson. Sept. 23: Dick Sully, Gord Besse, Joanne Kral, Agnes Watson. HSG: Agnes Watson and Gord Besse.

Bingo was played on Aug. 8 with Don Swyryda as the caller, Marlene Flasch worked the floor, Dinah Kegler gave out the prizes and Willa McIlwain provided the lunch. The half-andhalf bingo winner was Willa McIlwain and the blackout winner was Barb Swyryda.

There were 12 people in attendance. The Aug. 22 bingo was called by Don Swyryda with Barb Swyryda gave out the prizes and Dinah Kegler worked the floor. There were 10 players in attendance. Lunch was provided by Joan Smith.

The blackout bingo was won by Linda Vermette and the half-and-half bingo was won by Doris Gartner. For the Sept. 12 bingo the caller was Donna Hoogeveen, Kate Yaroshko worked the floor, Anita Beckstead

gave out the prizes. There were 14 people in attendance. The half-and-half winners were Joan Smith and Anita Beckstead and Linda Vermette won the blackout bingo. Margaret Irven provided the lunch.

Bingo on Sept. 26 had 13 in attendance. The caller was Donna Hoogeveen with Kate Yaroshko working the floor and Anita Beckstead giving out the prizes.

The lunch was provided by Margaret Irven. The halfand-half winner was Kelly Masko with Jack Brown winning the blackout.

The October activity calendars have been printed and ready for pick up at the New Horizons office. All the regular activities will be up and running starting in October. The New Horizons appreciates the volunteer time the drivers and office workers put in to make our organization successful.

A card party took place on Friday, Sept. 27 with 12 in attendance. Karen Itterman was the host for the afternoon and Aileen Smith provided the lunch.

Cribbage winners were Gord Besse and Rita Besse.

Kaiser winners were Joyce Colbert and Geoff Cooke.

If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a day, go fishing. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help someone else. - Chinese Proverb

by James Walker We l l , w e m a d e i t through of our first month of school.

The students have settled in nicely thanks to the all of the diligent

effort of our staff which includes our teachers, secretaries, caretakers, educational assistants, teacher-intern, librarian, and councillor. I also want to thank all of the volunteers who have contributed their time and abilities to make our school start so successful.

Last Thursday, BCS 2000 had its second annual Family Night.

We had a great turnout. Students and their families seemed to really enjoy all of the different stations created by the staff. Thanks to all of the staff who helped to make the night fun and informative, especially Mrs. McMahon who spearheaded the organization of the entire event. Also thanks to the SCC who provided hot dogs, hot chocolate and prizes.

Congratulations to all of you who won one of the great prizes.

Have a great week,

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OBITUARIES Betty June McMahon (nee Douslin) June 7, 1924 September 27, 2013 It is with sadness that Betty’s family announces her passing on Friday, September 27, 2013.

Betty was born June 7, 1924 on the family farm at Milden, Sask. She was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Eric, in JJanuary of 2008.

B Betty is survived by her four children, Connie C onn (Clark), Calvin (Deb), Kelly (Pam), and Karen an Ka (Paul); ten grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; t brother, Lawrence (Jean); sister, Joyce (Steve); and sister-in-law, Wilma Miller; as well as nieces and nephews.

At Mom’s request, there will be no funeral.

Memorial donations may be made to the Wheat¿eld Cemetery, Box 187, Perdue, SK, S0K 3C0 or to a charity of your choice.

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CARD OF THANKS The Biggar AfterSchool Program wishes to thank the Biggar Shop Easy for donating hamburgers and buns to our BBQ in August.

Without the support of local businesses like this as well as everyone who came out for a burger, programs like these wouldn’t be possible.

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CARD OF THANKS Many thanks to the performers, artists, Biggar and District Arts Council, New Creation Community Players, The Majestic Theatre, Travel Club and all those who came out to participate in Cultivating Creativity. Special thanks to Tim Hammond Realty for the use of the building; the Farmers Marketers who kindly left their tables and chairs for our

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CARD OF THANKS use; Prairie Malt and Biggar and District Credit Union for ¿nancial and in-kind support; and Independent Printers for publicity. We hope to have even more participation next year and would welcome your suggestions and ideas, 306948-2947 Cindy Hoppe and 306-948-5231 Peggy L’Hoir.

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COMING EVENTS SUNDAYS in October: Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans will be worshipping at Redeemer Lutheran Church at 10:30 a.m. October 26: Kevin and Michelle Ackerman will accompany the service with guitar and Àute, potluck to follow. Everyone is welcome.

For pastoral services call 306948-3731 or 306-951-7122 48/10tfn SUNDAYS… You are invited to the weekly services of Biggar Associated Gospel Church, corner of 8th and Quebec Street.

Sunday Services include Adult Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and Worship Service at 10:50 a.m. On Mondays beginning September 16 at the churchLadies Bible Study 9:30-11:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join us. Pastor Wicks can be reached in the of¿ce at 306-948-3424, Tuesday through Thursday.

36tfn SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2 - 5 p.m. and MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: NCCP Auditions for ‘Shrek the Musical’ are being held at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar.

33c8 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10: Biggar & District Donors Choice Campaign Blitz…

Many canvassers are needed.

If you are willing, please call Shirley at 306-948-5303 or Marg at 306-948-2283. Fill-in sheets to prepare for canvassers are available for pick up at several businesses.

Canvassers… please pick up books at New Horizons on Thursday, October 3, 2-6 p.m. Thank you for your support.

38c3 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10: Biggar & District Arts Council presents… “Old Man Luedecke”, 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar.

Adults/Seniors, $25 (advance $20); students, 13 and older, $15; children, 12 and under, $5. Advance and Season tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 306-9482452.

38c4 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10: Tea and Bake Sale at Biggar Diamond Lodge, 2 - 3:30 p.m.

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

39c3 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20: Perdue United Church Fowl Supper, Perdue Community Complex. Doors open 4:30 p.m., Supper 5 p.m. Adults, $12, 6-12, $6, Preschoolers, free.

36c5 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22: Blood Donor Clinic, 3:30-7:30 p.m., Biggar Community Hall.

To make an appointment call: 1-888-2-DONATE or 1-888-2366283.

40c3 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26: 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre. PALS presents Kevin and Michelle Ackerman, Àute and guitar duo who will perform a wide variety of music.

Admission is by donation as this is a fundraiser for the Family Centre. Everyone is welcome.

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COMING EVENTS Grow Marijuana Commercially.

Canadian Commercial Production Licensing Convention October 26th & 27th. Toronto Airport, Marriot Hotel. www.greenlineacademy. com. Tickets 1-855-860-8611 or 250-870-1882.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SHOW & SALE. October 28 to November 3 (inclusive) at Market Mall, Preston & Louise, Saskatoon, during mall hours.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1: Biggar & District Arts Council presents… “Lizzy Hoyt”, 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Adults/Seniors, $25 (advance $20); students, 13 and older, $15; children, 12 and under, $5. Advance and Season tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 306-9482452.

40c5 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2: Perdue Service and Merchandise Auction at Perdue Rec Complex starts @ 5 p.m. supper, auction and silent auction. Supper tickets, adults $10. Call Donna Hunter @ 306-237-4820. Sponsored by Perdue Communiy Committee 40c3

INVITATIONS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12: The Halter family invite you to an early 80th birthday celebration to honour their mother, Vera Halter. A come and go tea will be held from 2 - 4 p.m. at the Landis Community Complex.

Your presence is your gift!

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MISCELLANEOUS

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

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

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

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See the SOLD OUT GREY CUP Game

Four Bourgault Titan II packer arms, 306-948-3474 40tfn Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Land¿ll OR contact Quentin Sittler at 306-658-2132 3tfn Main Street Garage Sale is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition.

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

Pickup available.

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CARS & TRUCKS 2006 Ford Windstar, 196,000km, front/rear, AC/heat, command start, lady driven, good tires, $2,600 or best offer. Phone 306948-9216, ask for Bob. 38c3 Wrecking auto-trucks... Parts to ¿t over 500 trucks. Lots of dodge... gmc... ford... imports...

We ship anywhere. Lots of dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff...

(Lloydminster) Reply 780-8750270..... North-East Recyclers truck up to 3tons

RECREATION

Tour packages includes 4 Nights Hotel Accommodations and Grey Cup Tickets Nov. 21st - 25th in Regina

1985 Yamaha Virago, 1,000 cc, new rubber, carbs and forks redone. Phone 306-948-7521. tfn 1985 Honda Goldwing, new rubber, shocks redone this spring, new battery, $3500 obo; phone 306-948-3344 tfn

Go online to www.dashtours.com or call Dash Tours at 1-800-265-0000 One Call & You’re There

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WINNIPEG JETS 1 night U-Drive Packages are available for ALL HOME GAMES Packages include: Hotel, Tickets & Dinner

We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Selling bred sows / gilts plus some weanlings and feeders.

Also Naturally Raised Market Hogs which taste better and are better for you. 306 778 4042.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2013

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 SASK. FARMS & RANCHES BIGGAR: 3.33 ac.-Well, shed, 1320 sq. ft. bungalow.

Located north of Biggar, SK just off Highway #4.

Contact …

Murray Murdoch Cell: 306-858-8000

LANE REALTY CORP. Saskatchewan’s Farm & Ranch Specialists™

Phone: 306-569-3380 email: lanerealtycorp@ sasktel.net To view full colour feature sheets for all of our CURRENT LISTINGS, visit our Website at:

www.lanerealty.com

Due to hard work and amazing local support, Biggar Family Center has outgrown its current location!

We are looking for ofÀce/program space for reasonable monthly fee.

If you have a space you feel may be suitable, or you would like more information, please contact Michaela Hoppe at 306-948-9854 or by email: michaela. mcbee@gmail.com Two serviced lots, side by side in Biggar, 100’x140’, $79,900. Call 717-4681 (cell) tfn ONLY A FEW UNITS LEFT! 55 PLUS ADULT COMMUNITY Ground Level Ranchers. www. diamondplace.ca 306 241 0123 Warman, SK REAL ESTATE AUCTION. Three new 1104 sq. ft. houses; three other properties. Melville, Saskatchewan. Sunday, October 27, noon. Visit ukrainetzauction. com for details.

SERVICES

If YOU are…

• Moving • Expecting a Baby • Planning a Wedding • Anticipating Retirement Call WELCOME WAGON at

306.948.4141 - Sherry Thompson We have gifts and information www.welcomewagon.ca

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR RENT Main Street frontage in Biggar; 1200 plus square feet of commercial space for rent. Call 306-948-5259.

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HOUSES for SALE House for Sale: 313 - 3rd Avenue West, Biggar, $184,500. Close to downtown, hospital, library.

Recent updates include Àooring, shingles, water softener, and more. Immaculately kept, ready to move into. Main Àoor consists of large kitchen, living room, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. Fourth bedroom, storage room, family room with wood burning stove, bar and another bathroom in fully ¿nished basement.

Mature yard with patio, shed, single detached garage. ALL appliances included. Call Kevin or Darlene at 306-948-2224 to view.

38p3 House for sale in Landis, Sask.

Double corner lot, directly across from the school. Three bedrooms, full basement, good size kitchen with lots of cupboards; washer, dryer, fridge, stove, built in dishwasher and microwave included. Large shed with good garden spot; deck on back of house. $55,000.00 obo.

Would make a great starter home or retirement home. For more information call (306) 9487161.

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

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

Cobalt Controls offers top rated pay, incentives & bonus incentives to lthe right candidate.

Cobalt Controls is a growing company local to Central Alberta with many promising upcoming endeavors.

Benefits, bonuses, wages or salaries can be discussed upon confirmation of interviews based on forwarded resumes.

Subcontractors are welcome to apply. Only those chosen will be contacted. Please send resumes in confidence to: careers@ cobaltcontrols.com or fax: 780-621-3927

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for experienced welders.

Competitive wages, pro¿t sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company.

Good working environment. Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through in hole manufacturing process.

No scaffolding or elevated work platform. Call Cindy for an appointment or send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca. 780-8462231 (Of¿ce); 780-846-2241 (Fax).

JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $30/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with bene¿ts. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres.

More info at: hannachrylser. ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

WINCH TRACTOR OPERATORS. Must have experience operating a winch.

To apply fax, email or drop off resume at the of¿ce. Phone 780-842-6444. Fax 780-8426581. Email: rigmove@telus.net.

Mail: H&E Oil¿eld Services Ltd., 2202 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, AB, T9W 1L7. For more employment information see our webpage: www.heoil.com.

owner-operators Now hiring owner operators to haul grain and fertilizer in Saskatchewan and Alberta.

One full-time driver position also available. ~ Steady work with a solid client base. ~ Must have a clean abstract and experience in the grain hauling industry. ~ Slackers need not apply!

We are based out of Perdue, Saskatchewan, so preference will be given to applicants which are close to our main working areas

Please email or contact Troy May at: Phone: 1-306-237-7671 Email: tmay@hotmail.ca The Biggar Family Centre is looking for someone who pays close attention to details, is good with deadlines, is organized and self-motivated for our Administrative Assistant position.

FOR MORE INFO CALL 1.800.249.3969 www.medallion-homes.ca Hwy 2 South Prince Albert

HOUSES FOR SALE/RENT

Duties would include: • bookkeeping, payroll, and Ànding sponsorship.

• in charge of Grant writing and research.

• Experience with non-proÀt organizations and working with Quickbooks would be an asset.

• Flexible, part-time hours.

FOR SALE OR RENT… Furnished 3-bedroom house with garage for rent. Available October 15, 2013. 306-9483676 40p3

FOR RENT

… You’re reading this one!

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Wanted dog sitter for miniature Schnauzer, $50 per week, 25 minutes twice a day Monday to Friday. Call 306-948-3324 for details.

39p3 Help Wanted: Leslie’s Drugstore is looking for customer service rep. Apply in person with resume or phone 306-948-3397.

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Is Offering Positions for: • Journeyman & Apprentice Instrument Techs • Journeyman & Apprentice Electricians • Industrial/Oilfield Electricians • Possible Management Positions

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

WE ARE Now hiring

backed by 10 year warranty -multi family, single section, motel style homes -Qualify for C.M.H.C.Financing

SMALL ADS WORK

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CAREERS

CANADIAN MANUFACTURED

Outdoor Advertising - 3 billboards on HWY #1 at Moose Jaw, each 10’X20’. 2 billboards on HWY #39 at Midale. 2 billboards on HWY #39 at Weyburn. Phone 306-861-1452 or 306-842-0897.

Biggar & District Arts Council are available for bartending services at your functions/events. Contact Denise at 306-948-2452.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All interested applicants may contact Michaela Hoppe at 306-948-9854 or send a resume to Box 854, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0 Stop in to…

1st Ave. West, Biggar 948-2700

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

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2013

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Sunshine Family

The Biggar Family Centre is currently looking for an organized, creative, people person to till the position of Family Centre Co-ordinator.

Co-ordinator would be responsible for: • creating and overseeing the Family Centre programs from start to Ànish; • managing and evaluating staff and volunteers; • update and maintain social media; • organize social events and fundraisers; • as well as other tasks related to the event and programming operations of the Family Centre.

• Any experience with non-proftit organizations is an asset.

• Flexible, part-time hours and room for growth.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Care Home requires a

Part-time Care Worker.

If you enjoy cooking and caring for people, we want to hear from you. All training provided.

Drop resume at 404 - 4th Ave. East, Biggar or call Shannon at 306-948-9301

All interested applicants may contact Michaela Hoppe at 306-948-9854 or send a resume to Box 854, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0

SUN WEST SCHOOL DIVISION is looking for:

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Casual Caretakers and Casual Educational Assistants Biggar Central School 2000 WW1336

For further information, please refer to our website at www.sunwestsd.ca

LOUIS DREYFUS COMMODITIES CANADA CHALLENGE AND OPPORTUNITY

ELEVATOR OPERATOR Louis Dreyfus, an international agricultural commodities trading Àrm, has an opening for Full-time Elevator Operator to join our Inland Grain Terminal in WILKIE, Saskatchewan.

The successful candidate will possess strong mechanical abilities. The primary roll of this position is assisting unloading and loading trucks and rail cars, assist with repairs and maintenance of equipment used at the facility and assisting with other terminal operations.

The ability to grade grain using CGC standards is an asset but not required.

The successful candidate will be operating within a grain dust environment.

Candidate must be able to multi-task in a fast pace environment. If you would like to work for a company that will rise to meet new opportunities, Louis Dreyfus WILKIE is the place for you. We offer competitive wages, health and retirement beneÀts.

Please submit your resume to: Louis Dreyfus Commodities Canada Ltd. Attn: Jason Delainey Box 89 WILKIE, SK S0K 4W0 Fax: 306-843-2350 or email to Jason.delainey@ldcom.com Louis Dreyfus Commodities Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly supports workforce diversity. We actively recruit members of designated employment equity groups (visible minorities, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and women).

TOWN OF LANIGAN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - The Town of Lanigan invites applications for the position of Director of Recreation & Community Development. The ideal candidate should possess the following: Certi¿cate/Diploma from a recognized Recreation Program or equivalent; Work experience in a ¿eld of Economic Development & Tourism would be an asset; Capable of operating equipment and performing minor maintenance and repairs would be an asset. Current salary range is $32,000 to $40,000 annually plus a comprehensive bene¿ts package. For a list of duties, contact the Town of Lanigan at (306) 365-2809 or email town.lanigan@sasktel. net. Resumes complete with 3 references should be sent to: Town of Lanigan, Box 280 Lanigan SK S0K 2M0 or faxed to: (306) 365-2960. Application deadline is Thursday, October 10th, 2013.

Travel Consultants Wanted!

Flight Centre is hiring in Saskatoon, and is on the lookout for travel consultants to join their team.No travel experience is necessary. You will need to share their passion for travel and have a proven aptitude for sales.

To apply, visit www.apply¿rst.ca/ jobF149621.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS for late model CAT equip: motor scrapers (cushion ride), dozers, excavators, rock trucks, graders (trim operators).

Camp job. Competitive wages plus R & B. Valid drivers license req’d.

Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc. Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; email: brydenconstruct@xplornet.ca Fax: 306-769-8844

RENAISSANCE TRANSPORT IN BRANDON, MB requires experienced Class 1 Drivers to haul liquid fertilizer and asphalt oil within MB, SK, AB, ND, and MT. **Excellent earning potential** **Consistent home time** **Excellent benefit package** Basic requirements are: -Class 1 license with air-Acceptable driver’s abstract-Passport or FAST cardCall Tyler @ 204.571.0187 or email resume to theuchert@ renaissancetrans.ca

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… Harvest, cont. from front page

Many hands . . . Some enthusiastic volunteers hit the park on Third Avenue to help install some new playground equipment on September 25 and 26. The area is is being revitalized with the new

equipment, and will be a welcome addition to town. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Please arrange to pick up your photos that have been submitted for publication.

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

Tim Hammond Realty Licenced for:

Saskatoon - Biggar Office

•Farm •Residential •Commercial •Acreage

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

DUANE NEUFELDT

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403 Main St., Biggar

Licensed For: • Residential • Acreage • Farm

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

Proud sponsor of Children’s Wish Foundation

Tim Hammond,

www.TimHammond.ca www.FarmsofCanada.com

BSA, P.Ag., Broker

Proud to handle Biggar’s Real Estate Needs

Tim Hammond Realty 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

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

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

Call: 306-948-2101

FAX SERVICE at The Independent

Licenced for: •Residential

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

306-948-5052 (office) Cell 306-948-7995 Cari McCarty

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Residential Sales

Biggar’s Top Performing Residential Agent This space in this directory is available for only

$161.20 plus gst…

Tim Hammond Realty Licenced for: •Farm •Acreage •Residential • Commercial rd

113 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar

one column x 2 inches for 26-week prepaid commitment (regular price is $19.88 per week = $516.88 plus gst)

Call 306-948-3344

306-948-5052 (office) Cell 306-948-4478 Dave Molberg

www.TimHammond.ca www.FarmsofCanada.com

BSA

Exposure, Experience and Effort.

44 bushels per acre, barley 68 bushels per acre, canola 38 bushels per acre, and peas 43 bushels per acre.

Rainfall ranged throughout the province from nil to 61 millimetres. Provincially, topsoil moisture on crop land is rated as three per cent surplus, 53 per cent adequate, 31 per cent short and 13 per cent very short. Topsoil moisture on hay and pasture land is rated as two per cent surplus, 50 per cent adequate, 34 per cent short and 14 per cent very short.

Little crop damage was reported, although wind and heavy rain have damaged some crops.

Light frost was also reported throughout the province; however, damage is expected to be minimal as the crops have matured enough.

Farmers are busy swathing, combining and hauling bales.

... thanks, The Independent

MORTGAGE BROKER

KEVIN KURULAK Mortgage Associate THE BIGGAR Broker License #316322 INDEPENDENT 403 Main St., Biggar direct. 306.948.5200 cell. 306.303.9025 NEWSSTANDS The Mortgage toll free phone. 1.877.734.3216 Group @ toll free fax. 1.877.734.3219 License #315872 • Esso email. kevin.tmgbroker.com

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• Leslie’s Drugstore www.mortgagegroup.com • Pharmasave • Quick Stop INSURANCE • Super A Foods • Shop Easy Food • Weasie’s Gourmet Blends ¾ Auto & Home Insurance • Feudal Co-op, ¾ Farm & Commercial Insurance ¾ Health Perdue & Travel Insurance ¾ Life Insurance & Investments • The Store, Perdue

¾ Farm Succession & Estate Planning ¾ Notary Publics Landis Of¿ce Hours: Biggar Of¿ce Hours…

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

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

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

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

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

“We’ll getcha covered”

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

Helping you Help yourself Phone:

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

AURORA CONSTRUCTION & HAPPY AMPER SERVICES • Sewer • Water • Power • Drainage • Footings

Electrical Installation & Maintenance

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MADGE CONTRACTING LTD. For all your rooÀng needs… ¬New Construction ¬Metal ¬Torch-on ¬Re-roofs ¬Tile ¬Asphalt ¬All repairs ¬Shakes We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On Insurance Excellent Local References For a FREE estimate please call… 306-948-5453

306-717-2818

• Commercial • Industrial • Residential

Electrical… 306-658-3004 Excavation… 306-951-7667 BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES Authorized Appliance Depot Electrical Wiring Trenching Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan

306-948-5291

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

Cell: 306-221-6888

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

OPTOMETRISTS

PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

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

Biggar, Sask.

Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

Doctor of Optometry

Spray Foam

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

For appointments…

1-855-651-3311

PHOTOGRAPHY

• painting & Ӿnishing • laminate & hardwood ӿoors SORRY, Jim is unable to accept new customers until at least November 2013!

Insulation

306-948-2805 Cell: 306-948-6062 Email: northland83@yourlink.ca Want to insulate your quonset, farm/commercial buildings, house or cabin?

Lower your heating and cooling costs and add strength to your buildings!

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

PRAIRIE BOYZ VINYL FENCING LTD.

• residential or acreage • FREE estimates and fence designing • full service or premade for the do-it-yourself handyman • tongue and groove style

306-951-7666, Murray; 306-948-2953, Walter (h)

306-948-4565 (c)

HEALTH/WELLNESS

Call Jim @ 306-948-3333

LAROCHELLE CONTRACTING

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- together with -

Ladies Only

30 min.

Circuit Gym

…owned and operated by Brett Barber

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

306.948.2208

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS Northland Foaming

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

available to do…

306-948-7390

306-948-3389 Kirk Ewen

HANDY JIM SERVICES

Build fences and decks For all your fence and deck needs, give me a call…

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

www.madgerooÀng.com Biggar, Sask.

PLUMBING & HEATING

DMH ELECTRIC

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Services available…

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

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

306-716-4021

modernlookhomerenos@gmail.com www.facebook.com/modern.look.35

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

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

306-948-2548 or 948-9710

Biggar

Weight Loss & Wellness Centre

HEALTH/WELLNESS

ACCOUNTING

New Beginnings Wellness Centre

BIGGAR ACCOUNTING SERVICES

“Putting PERSONAL back into fitness training!”

Wayne Baldwin, PFT, CPTA, CNHC

Specializing in Exclusive Seasonal Personal Training Sessions! …for weight loss, Offering… One-on-One Rehab & Therapy Sessions * Limited Memberships available to fully equipped Private Fitness Studio & Cardio Room Gift Certificates available

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

www.photosbyjocelyn.com

306-948-2814

Dan… 306-281-5090 Chad… 306-280-1524

Wood and Steel Buildings Floor & Trusses

306-222-8673

GEORGE STAHL

Email: nix1@sasktel.net

Cell… 306-948-8048

Family Therapist and Marriage Commissioner (Wilkie)

jacklinandrews@ gmail.com

ONLINE @

Perdue Massage Clinic Registered Massage Therapist (MTAS)

The SWNA and its Member Newspapers cooperatively deliver your message to more than half a million readers every week.

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

Roderick B. Campbell, CMA

Evenings and Saturday appointments available.

• Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • Financial Statements

Phone or Text:

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

306-321-4991 Website: www.perdue massageclinic.com www.facebook.com/ perduemassageclinic

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

LEGAL SERVICES

BUSSE LAW

DENTAL

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

Southeast entrance of Nova Wood Bldg.

Hours…

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

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

306-948-3408 DR. GLENN RIEKMAN Dentist

This space is available for only $80.60 plus gst… one column x 1 inch for 26-week prepaid commitment (regular price is $9.94 per week = $258.44 plus gst)

biggarindependent.ca

OPEN: Tues.-Fri. • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

306-918-7264

Phone:306.882.2123 Emergency (after hours) 306.882.2006

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

Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

Jacklin Andrews, MSW

Weightless Coach Anne G. Livingston 317 Main St., Biggar

Ph:

223 Main Street Biggar

Phone… 306-948-2548

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

306-948-7274

Phone: 306-948-5133

Where you can feel right at home!

• ‘Ideal Protein’ Weight Loss • ‘Slender You’ Figure Salon

Call Making Biggar Smaller!

P. O. Box 1480 Biggar, Sask.

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

OFFICE HOURS • Five Inch Seamless • Fascia

201B-2nd Ave. West

body sculpting, strength training.

115 - 1st Avenue West Rosetown, Sask.

Photos by Jocelyn

Garry A. Faye Chartered Accountant Notary Public

Call 306.948.3344

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

306-948-3346 …serving your community since 1972

Roe & Peszko is a full service law office that practices… ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾

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

306-948-5352 or 306-244-9865 BOOKS Pat Wicks,

Living Books Distributor 205-3rd Ave. East, Biggar Books, gifts, cards.

Shop at my home!

Call 306-948-3427 for appts.

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INVESTMENTS For all your investment needs, Visit…

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2013

COURIER/HAULING

SERVICES

COMPUTER SERVICES

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

• Computer Sales • Support and Consultancy • Backup and Disaster Recovery • Email • Wired/Wireless Networking

~Brian and Cathy Fick~ Dean McCallum, CFP, CIM, FCSI

Lyndsey Sacher

Investment Advisor Credential Securities Inc.

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

Cell: 306-948-7524

222 Main St., Biggar

Tel: 306-986-2600

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

~ FOR RENT ~ 306.237.7671 Troy May, owner/operator Fax: 306.237.TROY email: tmay@hotmail.ca

Want a truly independent advisor who will find your unique solution?

Are you looking for Life, Living Benefits Insurance and/or Investment Strategies?

Do you just want to know if your premiums are fair with the right coverage?

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

info@twhÀnancial.ca www.twhÀnancial.ca

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

AUTOMOTIVE

AUTOMOTIVE

M & N REPAIR th

701 - 4 Ave. E., Biggar

306.948.3996 Open Monday-Friday Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial

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

306-948-3376 after hours George: 948-4042 Corner of Main Street & 1st Avenue West, Biggar 1st Ave. West, Biggar

Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

Heavy Truck Repair SGI Safety Inspection Auto Repair TIRES

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

306.948.2700 Your Auto Parts and Accessories Dealer

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

227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar

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

Sat. • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Let Vortex protect your truck and your investment with the Vortex Seamless Sprayed on Liner System Prairieland Collision Rosetown, Sask.

306-948-1722

Super B outÀts hauling grain and fertilizer in Alberta and Saskatchewan

Rockin D Trucking & Cattle

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

HAULS TO THE DUMP Small moves and deliveries with ½ ton truck

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

HAMM’S TRUCKING FOR PROMPT FRIENDLY SERVICE …CALL US WITH YOUR GRAIN AND FERTIZER HAULING NEEDS. • WITH EXPERIENCED OPERATORS AND RELIABLE EQUIPMENT ‘WE WILL GET-R-DONE’

MORSE & PERDUE, SK

306-629-3332

YH Truck, Ag & Auto • Heavy truck parts • Agriculture parts • Automotive parts & accessories www.yhtruckagauto.com

Hwy 14 East, Biggar 306-948-2109

Please arrange to pick up your photos that have been submitted for publication.

.…thanks, The Independent

14 ft. x 81 inch dump trailer with two-way tailgate, tarp, two six foot ramps, and two 7000 pound axles.

Contact: Brad Poletz THUR-O CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Cliff Forsyth Box 736, Biggar

Phone: 306-948-5600

NORTHLAND PAINTING and SANDBLASTING •Texas Gates •Spray Foam Insulation •Sandblasting & Painting ing in ng ng •Internal Coatingss •Rock Guard Coatings tings

Mobile Units Office: 306306-948-2805 48 2805 Cell: 306-948-6062 306-948-6062 email: northland83@yourlink.ca

Biggar Sand & Gravel • trenching • trucking • water & sewer • sand & gravel • excavating Call Colin Graham at 306-948-5455

or email

tip@sasktel.net

• Driveways • Concrete • Garage Pads • Pruning • Planting

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

Light Fabrication Mobile Welding “B” Pressure CertiÀed CWB CertiÀed

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

t Delivery

Ask Abou

Anne G. Livingston

CertiÀed Custom Picture Framer • photographs • paintings • art prints • memorabilia • collages, etc.

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

MONARCH MEATS

306-948-3312 sales@gvsigns.ca Your authorized

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

SaskTel Mobility and High Speed Internet Dealer

BIGGAR LEISURE CENTRE 216 Main St., Biggar

306-

948-3955

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

• sides of Beef available

306-948-3384 The Country Clipper • All Breed Dog Grooming • Boarding Kennels (Bordetella Mandatory) • Natural health care for pets • Massage “Acupressure”

For appointments and inquiries, call

306-948-2091

Battery Chargers Electric Fencers Repaired/Rebuilt/ Built

Phillips Radio Shop 109 Main St., Biggar

Phone: 306-948-2442 Fax: 306-948-2484

SEED CLEANING

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

Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

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

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

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

McNULTY’S MOBILE SEED CLEANING

230 - 1st Ave. W., Biggar

Qualilty!

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

Jerry Muc Phone: 306-948-2958 Fax:

• Snow Removal • Fences …and much more

“Your complete decal and signage shop”

Mon. - Thurs., 7 a.m. - 5 pm.

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

A Sign of

WHY NOT GET DOWN TO BUSINESS

BY PLACING YOUR CLASSIFIED AD, TODAY! CALL 9483344

306-948-2879, evenings 306-948-7207, daytime Ed Kolenosky

306-948-6052

Place a CLASSIFIED

306-948-3344

Rebel Landscaping

Great for hauling utility tractors, quads, gravel, dirt, snow, trees, turf, garbage, etc.

Phone: 306-948-7117 email: chase14welding@sasktel.net

306-882-2289

by phone

Toll Free: 866-403-2298

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

Mutual Fund Investment Specialist Credential Asset Management Inc.

403 Main Street, Biggar

BURNT ORANGE SOLUTIONS

Gareth McKee

Pamela Eaton

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.

SERVICES

SERVICES

306-948-5699

Sewing & Embroidery • Jackets • Windsuits • Shirts • Hunting Gear • Bunnyhugs • Caps • Toques • Bags Check out our new website: classicmakings.ca Judy Judy Kahovec: Kahovec…

882-4313, Cell 306-882-4313, cell831-7935 306-831-7935 Carey Krchov: 882-3213 Carey Krchov…882-3213

HONEYBEE SEPTIC TANK SERVICE Bob Kobelsky

306-658-4474, Landis

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

Phone: 306-948-5678

This space in this directory is available for only $161.20 plus gst… one column x 2 inches for 26-week prepaid commitment (regular price is $19.88 per week = $516.88 plus gst)

Call 306-948-3344

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2013

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Drivers reminded to slow to 60 km/h in the work zone Simplified black and Don McMorris said last mation about emergency white signage has been week. “We’re getting into road closures, the status posted in dozens of work fall now, but there is still of ferries and barges and zones across Saskatch- plenty of work underway other road activities can MLS $275,000 ewan throughout this and it’s important that also be found on the Highconstruction season, of- drivers watchREDUCED for con- way Hotline at highways. fering a plain reminder struction and obey the gov.sk.ca/road-conditions. to drivers that they must rules.”

The government has slow down or face tripled To learn more about Sas- invested a record $3.7 bilft. bungalow .........................................................

MLS $129,000 infi409 nes.- 5th Ave. W., Biggar, 812 sq. katchewan work zones, lion in transportation “Whether or not you see head to highways.gov.

SOLD frastructure since 2008. workers and equipment, sk.ca/workzone/ and to We are proud that and no matter the time view a gallery of photos of day, you must slow from this year’s construcBiggar and area has to 60 km/h if the sign is tion season, visit highlost 2,636 pounds posted – it’s black and ways.gov.sk.ca//Construcand 2,646 inches with white,” Highways and tionGallery2013.

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SERVING CONSTRUCTION & AGRICULTURE INDUSTRIES • Shop Fabricating • Miscellaneous Metal • General Welding • Structural Steel • Mobile Welding • Bunk & Bale Feeders

BUY NOW!!!

Heavy Duty Bunk Feeders for Sale

Duane Neufeldt

FALL BLOW-OUT

www.duaneneufeldt.com

2013 prices while stock feeders last

306-948-8055

2014 Prices will be in effect due to increase in steel prices.

Ellis Ranch, RM of Perdue, 988 acres deeded and leased with yard site ................ MLS $575,000 Charles & Bernice Martin, spectacular acreage, 4 bed, 4 bath, on 149 acres Call for extensive details .....................................................................................MLS $399,000 Ellis Acreage, RM Perdue, 12 acres, 1232 sq ft. house with outbuildings ................ MLS $275,000 REDUCED 402 - 3rd Ave. E, Biggar, 1034 sq ft. bungalow ..........................................................

MLS $159,000 206 - 4th Ave. W., Biggar, vacant lot ........................................................................... MLS $ 35,000 211 - 5th Ave. E, Biggar, 1282 sq ft bungalow............................................................ MLS $192,000 103 - 5th Ave. E., Biggar, 1440 sq ft. 1-¾ storey character home, .......................... MLS $157,000 409 - 5th Ave. W., Biggar, 812 sq. ft. bungalow ......................................................... MLS $129,000 SOLD 304 - 6th Ave. W., Biggar, 1400 sq ft, 1-¾ storey home ...........................................

MLS $150,000 409 - 6th Ave. W., Biggar, 1204 sq ft 4-level split ....................................................... MLS $250,000 604 - 7th Ave. W., Biggar, 1032 sq ft 4-level split ...................................................... MLS $225,000 SW 20-36-15-W3rd, R.M. Biggar, acreage development .......................................... MLS $125,000 SE 06-35-14-W3rd, RM Biggar, acreage development .............................................. $ 59,000 SE 13-35-15-W3rd, RM Biggar, pasture land ............................................................ MLS $ 50,000 SW 35-37-16-W3rd, RM Rosemount, pasture ........................................................... MLS $ 35,000

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Call for Prices and Stock Available Phone: 306-329-4462 Fax: 306-329-4420 Also Available: 3-prong Bale Fork

Available: 10 foot.; 15 foot.; 20 foot

CAM-DON MOTORS LTD. Perdue, Sask.

2007 F-150, Supercab long box, 4x4, 5.4L, great work truck SPECIAL… $7,900 2013 Flex Limited, loaded, 34,000km ................................................... $32,900 2009 F-150 XLT supercrew, 5.4L 4x4, 120km ........................................ $19,900 2008 F-550, c/c, 6.4 auto, 4x4, 200 kms, good........................................... $21,900 2007 Ford F-150 XLT, supercrew, 4.6L, auto, 160,000km ........................ $10,900 2007 Ford F-350, 4x4, crew, deck, hoist, 5.4 auto ..................................... $17,900 2004 Freightliner M2 C7 Cat, auto, 24’ van/w power tailgate, 280km, very good ................................................... $29,900

TRADES WELCOME, MORE VEHICLES AVAILABLE

2003 F-250, 4x4, service truck, 5.4L auto, only 94km! Fresh Sask Safety ... $ 9,950 2003 Crown Victoria LX, 250,000km, local, tax pd............................... $ 5,400 2002 Mercury Grand D Marquis, L O 230,000km, taxes paid ............... $4,900 S 2002 F-350 Crew Cab, 7.3 auto, 4x4, dually, 170,000km with deck ...... ................ .............................................COMING IN! 2002 Sterling Cummins, 10 spd, new CIM BHT, 180 km ..................... $54,900 1997 F-800, 8.3 Cummins, auto, air ride, deck, only 99,000km, very good .. $19,900

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$32,900

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2013

ClassiÀeds Deadline Monday 5 p.m.

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SK

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St. Gabriel School students Gillian Massie, Kamryn DeVries, Jessie Barber and Kendra Downton (left to right) make their way around the Sandra Schmirler Olympic Gold Park on a blustery Thursday for the annual Terry Fox Run. Everyone agreed that although the weather was bad, Terry ran in a lot worse. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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2003 Chev S10 Crew, brown, 114,870 km, StkT13560B ......................................$10,900 2005 Chev Equinox AWD, silver, 160,558km StkT13267B..........................................$ 9,900 2006 Volkswagon Golf TDI, silver, 146,292 kms, StkR4922 .............................................$ 8,964 SOLD 2006 Chrysler 300 C SRT8, silver, 119,338km, StkT13179B ..................................... $17,900 2006 GMC Envoy SLE, 4x4, blue, 142,942 km, StkT13402A ...................................... $ 9,900 2006 GMC Yukon, 8 pass, carbon metallic, 164,960km, StkT13487B ............................$16,900 2007 Cadillac Escalade AWD, black, 165,000km StkR4994A...................................... $25,900 2007 Chrysler Aspen Limited, black, 113,790km, StkR4935A .................................... $18,850 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, silver, 171,153 kms, Stk13241A .............................. $ 8,900 2007 Ford F150 Lariat, 4x4, white, 97,332 kms, StkT13402AA .....................................$23,900 2007 GMC Yukon XL, SLT, 4x4, white, 195,101 km, T13531A ................................. $18,900 2007 Chev Cobalt SS Coupe, black, 82,868km, StkT13549A...................................... $11,900 2007 GMC ½ Crew SLT, 4x4, blue, 95,000 km, StkT13580A .................................... $21,900 2007 GMC Acadia, carbon, 131,335km, StkT13581A................................................. $14,900 2008 Chev Silverado ½ crew, white, 49,319km, StkT1409A ...................................... $24,900 2008 Chev Uplander Ext, charcoal, 101,456 kms, StkT13447A .................................. $11,900 2008 Chev Malibu LS, silver, 151,602 km, StkR4881A .............................................. $ 8,900 2009 Ford Edge SE, white, 80,200km, StkT1346A .........................................................$17,900 2009 Chev Silverado ½ crew, white, 128,388km, StkT14107A.......................................$24,900 2009 Chev Silverado ¾ Crew LTZ, white, 185,476 km, StkT1462A .......................... $31,900 2010 Chev Silverado ½ crew LT, blue granite, 95,474km Stk R4996AA .................... $22,900 2010 Chev Silverado ½ ext 4x4, blue granite, 74,366km, StkT13351A .................... $23,900 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT, 4x4, blue, 113,980 km, StkT13429A .......................... $24,900 2011 Toyota Highlander Limited, red, 42,896km, StkT1443A................................... $38,900 2011 GMC ½ Ext, SLE, 4x4, black, 12,698 km, StkT13534B ................................... $27,900 2011 GMC ½ Ext, 4X4, stealth gray, 81,000, StkT13324A 2011 Chev ............................................................................$22,900 Suburban 2011 GMC ¾ Crew Denali, white, 71,003 kms, white, LTI, SOLD StkT13569A..........................................................$54,900 4x4, 116,771km, 2012 GMC Yukon SLT, 4X4, silver,D51,826 kms, R4967....

StkR4961A SOL ............................................................................$43,900 2012 Ford F-350 Superduty crew Lariat, silver, 32,000km, StkR4977............................................$44,500

$33,900

If we don’t have the vehicle you want, we will FIND one for YOU!

Rosetown Mainline Motor Products Hwy #7 West, Rosetown, Sask.

Toll free:1-877-979-7999 or 306-882-2691 Dealer License #311284

Correspondents required for: Perdue, Asquith, Wilkie, Landis & Biggar Duties include: Collecting of local happenings/news for the newspaper Contact Daryl for more information @ The Independent 306 - 948 - 3344 tip@sasktel.net