Assiniboia Times - December 1, 2023

Assiniboia Times, Assiniboia Saskatchewan -- December 1, 2023 13

Saskatchewan firearms office signs safety education agreement The provincial government signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Métis Nation - Saskatchewan to advance firearm safety and education for Métis Nation citizens in Saskatchewan.

The Memorandum outlines opportunities for partnership between the Saskatchewan Firearms Office and the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan, such as promoting firearms licenses and raising public awareness about the importance of firearms safety.

“We are proud to sign this agreement with Métis Nation-Saskatchewan to promote public awareness of firearms safety and to continue Saskatchewan’s strong tradition of responsible firearms ownership,” Corrections, Policing, and

Public Safety Minister Paul Merriman said. “This agreement plays a crucial role in recognizing and preserving the cultural and historical practices of hunting and trapping.”

The Memorandum outlines four specific areas for the Firearms Office and the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan to collaborate on: promotion of education and licensing of as many community members as possible; minimizing unnecessary criminalization of individuals for regulatory offences; the need for appropriate compensation for seized firearms; an protection of gun owners’ current and future privileges.

“To continue building strong government to government relationships, particularly when it comes

to our rights and responsibilities, is a welcomed opportunity for Métis Nation-Saskatchewan,” Métis Nation-Saskatchewan President Glen McCallum said, “This Memorandum of Understanding is another tool that we can use to continue to cultivate recognition and understanding of our distinct culture and ways of living. As Métis people we know the importance of harvesting in a responsible manner, and I look forward to how this collaboration will build good relationships.”

Under the Memorandum, the Firearms Office will also be exploring a potential funding agreement of up to $50,000 to establish a community educator position to promote firearms licensing, safety and

training for Métis NationSaskatchewan citizens. The Firearms Office will also work to provide accessible education and registration opportunities that will provide Métis NationSaskatchewan citizens with Canadian Firearms Safety Course training, and support them in completing Possession and Acquisition License applications.

“This is a great example of the ongoing work the Saskatchewan Firearms Office is doing to promote education and public awareness about the importance of firearms safety and licensing in this province,” Chief Firearms Officer Robert Freberg said.

The Memorandum becomes effective upon signing and will be in effect until January 1, 2025.

ExploreSask contest winners announced Tourism Saskatchewan is recently announced the winning submissions for the 2023 ExploreSask Photo Contest.

The competition, launched in June, received over 4,200 entries by the September 15 deadline.

The winning photos and honourable mentions, selected by a panel of external judges, capture the province’s natural beauty and dynamic spirit. The images feature extraordinary landscapes, winter scenery, diverse experiences, magnificent wildlife, and the unique character of

Saskatchewan people.

The following is a list of winners and honourable mentions.

Grand Prize Winner: Gilbert Katerynych, North Battleford.

People and Places winner: Michael St Laurent, Moose Jaw. Honourable mention: Gokul Krishnan, Saskatoon; Zack Martyn, Arcola; Cathleen Mewis, Saskatoon; Michael St Laurent, Moose Jaw; Ciera Wolitski, Foam Lake.

Prairie winner: Gilbert Katerynych, North Battleford. Honourable mention: Bob Ferguson, Saskatoon;

Herry Himanshu, Regina (two images); Anthony Lomond, Regina.

Wildlife winner: Herry Himanshu, Regina. Honourable mention: Akash Christian, Regina; Chad Letain, Regina (two images); Pat Martin, Saskatoon; Michael St Laurent, Moose Jaw. Winter winner: Danielle Bergen, Drake. Honourable mention: Nicole Adair, Carlyle; Milena Esser, Saskatoon; Herry Himanshu, Regina; Evan Olson, Regina; Brenda Peters, Saskatoon.

Woods and Water win-

ner: Aaron Thomson, Saskatoon. Honourable mention: Andrew Court, Regina; Casey Marshall, Lumsden; Thomas Pan, Calgary, AB; Jeff Wizniak, Saskatoon.

Video winner: Gabe Dipple, Regina. Honourable mention: Herry Himanshu, Regina; Ryley Konechny, Saskatoon; Ray Lagimodiere, Regina; Lee Miller, Regina; Lheo Roden Untal, Weyburn.

Vi s i t To u r i s m S a s katchewan.com/PhotoContest-Winners to view the award-winning photographs and video.

Paintless dent repair was the feature of an open house held at Chuck’s Collision Centre in Assiniboia, November 21. Jason Bonk showed Nathan Rust the techniques. A special presentation was given

by Justine Bamford of Western Financial Group on Photo by Linda Hall insuring your vehicles.

ASSINIBOIA/MOSSBANK AREA LAND FOR LEASE BY TENDER R.M. Lake Johnston 102 SW 16-10-28 W2: NW 09-10-28 W2: NE 08-10-28 W2: SE 08-10-28 W2: NW 08-10-28 W2: SW 08-10-28 W2: NW 05-10-28 W2: SE 07-10-28 W2: SW 07-10-28 W2: NW 07-10-28 W2: SE 12-10-29 W2.

Cash rent basis for 3 years. Cultivated acres only. Excluding vacant yards, hay sloughs, hay meadows, pasture, fence lines and dugouts; owner reserves the right to access such areas.

Seeding history: barley 2021, canola 2022, lentils 2023.

All parcels to be bid on as one unit.

Bids for land rent may include (together with the land tender) a bid in regard to the rent of on-site grain bin storage (Approximately 29,000 bu.).

Bids for bin storage must include a bid for land rent.

For all land, the prospective renters must rely on their own research of the properties to determine acreage, condition, improvements and assessments. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Please submit certified cheque for 5% of bid with tender payable to Watters Law Office in Trust.

Successful party to sign formal lease agreement.

Tenders will close December 7, 2023 @ 3:00 P.M. Watters Law Office 335 Coben Cres., Saskatoon, Sask. S7S 1B4 Phone # 1 306-649 2790 Fax: 1 306 955 0794 Email: watterslawoffice@gmail.com

SALE BY TENDER NE and SE 28-7-26 W2 in RM of Excel No. 71 - Good well, power to yard.

AGRICULTURAL LEASE #72180: Tender must be eligible for assignment of lease and must acquire deeded land and have legal access to all leased land to be eligible. Contact Lands Branch @ 306-787-5322 to determine eligibility.

CONDITIONS: 1) Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Submit bids to the undersigned law firm on or before 12 o’clock noon, local time, December 20th, 2023.

2) Bids shall include a cheque in the amount of 3% of the bid amount payable to Anderson and Company as a deposit on the bid amount.

3) Subject to lease assignment eligibility. Deeded land must be acquired and have legal access to all leased land in order to be eligible; 4) Closing of W ½ 23-06-28 W2 subject to the subdivision registration.

5) The Purchaser will pay 1%, plus PST and GST, transaction fee on the total purchase price.

6) No tenders shall be accepted which are subject to financing.

7) Bidders will not be called together following the submission of bids.

8) The closing date of the sale following receipt of bids shall be January 19, 2024.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS & DETAILS: www.andersonandcompany.ca/land-tenders Forward bids and inquiries to: Tyler McCuaig, Anderson & Company File No. 34618-001M

51 - 1st Ave NW, P.O. BOX 610, SWIFT CURRENT SK S9H 3W4 tmccuaig@andlw.ca 306-773-2891

- 40x80’ tinned wooden arch rib quonset with cement floor and some other buildings.

- Bidders are responsible to do their own research and inspection of the property.

(Contact Clayton Hartness for viewing 306-642-5749) - Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted.

- Tenders to be received on the above property until December 8, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.

- Deposit by certified cheque required in the amount of 5% of the offer payable to: Mountain & Mountain - Trust - Balance of the purchase price shall be due 30 days after acceptance.

SEND OR DELIVER TENDERS TO:

MOUNTAIN & MOUNTAIN LAW FIRM 101-4th Ave. West, Box 459, Assiniboia, Sask. SOH OBO

Please mark envelope “HARTNESS ESTATE TENDER”