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Early Childhood Coalition hosts children’s Christmas shopping spree Muriel Fehr Freelance Reporter The multi room at the Southland Co-op Centre was abuzz with excited activity on December 17.

A s s i n i b o i a ’s E a r l y Childhood Coalition hosted a Children’s Christmas Shopping Spree, together with the Town of Assiniboia. The lineup may have started small at 3:30 p.m., but by 4:30 p.m. it had

reached the outer doors of the facility. As often as parents left with their children’s arms full of gifts for mom and dad, more families added to the line.

Members of the Early Childhood Coalition who attended the event included Trista Jonescu, Amy Heatcoat, Shaye Chubb, Steph VanDeSype among others.

Volunteers included Wyleen Hantelman on

behalf of the Chamber of Commerce, Dionne Tjeltveit, Bonnie Batty and Lorraine McLaren covered the first shift.

An added bonus to the list were a group of young men belonging to the Weyburn Red Wings.

Wiatt Lacoste, Jerome Maharaj, Lucas Schmid, Preston Patenaude and Luke Dekay were on hand to assist little shoppers for

A young child is helped by a Weyburn Red Wing during the shopping spree.

a few hours. As it turns out the Red Wings were living with billets and playing their games in Assiniboia for a short time.

These five were unable to play Tuesday due to injuries and other issues so their coach, Cody Mapes, voluntold them to participate. They took their volunteering seriously as they surely take their playing seriously.

Many children had the pleasure of a hockey play-

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parents and headed home around 7:30 p.m. The shopping spree was over for the third year while it was estimated that at least 100 little people had been through and with the help of the many elves found the perfect gift to wrap.

The funds gathered at the event stay within the coalition. Mom and tot groups, tummy time and play school are made possible in part by this fundraising project.

Many families enjoy the shopping spree held on December 17.

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er helping them choose gifts for their parents.

Many of the little shoppers enjoyed the help of volunteers, coalition members and hockey players wrapping their gifts. One child got in the Christmas spirit and as soon as their gift was wrapped promptly unwrapped it necessitating a quick rewrap.

The last of the shoppers had finished wrapping the treasures for their

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Red Wings praises Assiniboia, teamwork makes the dream work

Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter Ryder Burns, sales and marketing director for the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League’s Weyburn Red Wings said their team only has good thing to say about Assiniboia.

It was through extensive team work by their community that enabled the Weyburn team to take up temporary home at the Southland Co-op Centre.

“The Assiniboia community couldn’t have been any better. There was so much support and hard work as soon as we needed it. The billet families stepped up within hours of being asked. “ Burns also acknowledges the new SCC stating it was amazing for players and staff.

“Lots of players have loved the ice as well as the facility itself. It couldn’t be any better for us.”

The team also offered accolades to Weyburn fans who travelled for their games while they were temporary homed at Assiniboia’s arena, as well as the local community who came out to cheer on their adopted home town team.

Fan buses were also packed from Weyburn both Dec. 13 and 14 to come to Assiniboia for games, showcasing the dedication of the team’s fan base.

While in Assiniboia, Burns says players visited local schools and handed out free game tickets for kids which enabled them to engage with the community before their games took place, resulting in an overall positive experience for both players and Assiniboians.

“We would like to give a huge thank you to everyone who helped us get through this temporary relocation. Without the crazy amount of support this team gets from our community and Assiniboia this wouldn’t have been possible,” exclaims the team’s marketing director.

The City of Weyburn penned a thank you letter to Assiniboia’s Mayor and Council also acknowledging their efforts in making a smooth temporary transition for their team.

The letter included these words, “Your willingness to open your doors to our team and provide them with the necessary resources to continue their season has meant a great deal to us. Your hospitality and support have helped ease the transition during this unexpected situation, and we are truly grateful for your efforts to make the Weyburn Red Wings feel at home in Assiniboia.”

Mayor Jeff Richards also acknowledged in this thank you letter that the cooperation of Assiniboia has been a testament to the strong sense of community and collaboration that exists across Saskatchewan and their city deeply appreciates the role Assiniboia has played in helping them during this time.

The full contents of this letter is posted on the Town of Assiniboia’s Facebook page, and the TOA response stating, “It has been a pleasure to show the Weyburn Red Wings the reasons why we are called ‘The Heart of the Golden South’. Thank you to the City of Weyburn for sharing your amazing hockey team, we have enjoyed every minute of it. It’s times like these we are reminded why we live here.

In acknowledgement gestures to the community the Red Wings warmed up in Rebels jerseys as well as created special, limited edition, Assiniboia Red Wings shirts.

Red Wings games held at the SCC included backto-back games hosting the Kindersley Klippers, Dec. 13-14 as well as Dec. 17 vs Yorkton and Dec. 19 vs Humboldt. Local hockey fans say they thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to see four SJHL games with their adopted home team, Red Wings in action.

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Time to Turn The Key On Retirement.

After 45 years of service to Assiniboia and surrounding communities. I announce my retirement from the Locksmith trade effective December 13, 2024. I want to thank all my patrons over the years, you are all appreciated more than you will know.

Just a reminder, get some extra keys cut and leave one in a safe place just in case, as I will no longer be doing service calls.

I will still offer key cutting and lock repair in my home office.

Wishing Everyone a Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year.

Thanks again to everyone.

It has been a great 45 years.

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Recently the town of Assiniboia had the pleasure of hosting the Weyburn Red Wings when circumstances prevented them using their home ice. While here, some of the boys had the opportunity to visit students at Assiniboia schools. They played with the kids and gave them some free kids tickets to the games. It was wonderful team spirit at its best.

Sr. Rebels seek to remain strong for season Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter The Assiniboia Sr. Rebels have dominated the first half of the season in the Notekeu Hockey League, sitting atop the Wood River Division. However, they know that there is a target

on their back and other strong teams in the league are looking to unseat them from the top.

With the last game of 2024 played Dec. 22, the senor hockey team enjoyed a holiday break and will return to the ice on Jan. 3 for

the last eight games of the regular season.

Jan. 3 the senior team will play in Yellowgrass and return to home ice Jan. 4 to host the Rouleau Ramblers.

League stats continue to show the Rebels with the

top scorers in the league.

Check out the Rebels Facebook and Twitter pages for the latest team and game updates while the league’s website contains the complete schedules for all teams playing this season.

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Binding arbitration for STF to be finalized Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter Remember the labor impasses between the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation and the provincial government? The latest chapter in the prolonged labor dispute held proceedings in Saskatoon and were set to continue until Dec. 20.

The binding arbitration step followed a year and a half after failed contract negotiations and escalated job action resulted in multiple attempts to reach an agreement. Talks initially began in May of 2023 but key issues such as compensation, class size and class complexity were not resolved and these talks

broke down.

It was decided in June, by both parties, to formally agree to binding arbitration, after ongoing deliberations failed to resolve the impasse.

Three mediators appointed by the STF, the provincial government and a neutral third party had a goal of crafting a legally binding decision to form the next collective bargaining agreement.

Member of the STF were involved in a series

of strike actions in early 2024. The outcome of this arbitration process will have important implications for the province’s education system as a whole.

As of early deadline for this story over the holidays, there are no further updates on this situation. Both those directly involved with the STF and school families are anxiously awaiting the decisions from this arbitration process. Stay tuned.

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Thanks to all the students, staff, friends and organizations that supported us in 2024. All our campuses will be closed from December 24, 2024 to January 1, 2025. We will reopen on January 2, 2025. We can’t wait to see you in the new year!

The Assiniboia RCMP responded to 20 calls for service during the week of December 9 to 15.

These included: - Breach of Peace - 1 - Dangerous Operation of Motor Vehicle - 1 - False Alarms - 1 - Identity Fraud - 1 - Items Lost/Found - 1 - Liquor Act - 1

- Mental Health Act - 2 - Traffic infractions - 6 - Traffic Collision - 2 - Theft Under $5,000 - 1 - Suspicious Person - 3 Local resident can report any crime activity by contacting the Assiniboia RCMP, or by going online to Saskatchewan Crimestoppers at www.crimestoppers.com.

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A fun and colourful part of every Christmas is the lights. Each year the town of Assiniboia is dressed with bright displays for the enjoyment of young and old alike. First place was won by the Evan Hogg residence at 409 Fifth Ave. West

Second place was a tie between Dave Mihalicz at Highway 2 and the Rick and Bernie Chevrier residence at 300 Sixth Ave. West.

The end of a happy era for businessman Muriel Fehr Freelance Reporter After 45 interesting years Rick’s Locksmith Service is closing its doors, almost. Rick Chevrier has been your go to guy for anything to do with locks both in Assiniboia and for many miles around. He has probably seen it all or at least most of it over the course of his career. The time has come to turn the key in life.

Rick had been a mechanic and soon learned the art of “McGivoring it” 45 years ago. A skill he found much more than useful when he ventured into life as a locksmith. At the time he was working as a janitor in a school. Anyone who understands that line of work knows that there is much more to the job than

meets the eye.

Rick found himself fixing locks as part of the many skills required for that line of employment at the time.

He found a correspondence (by mail) course to become a locksmith which included a hands-on component of putting the learned skills to the test. After completion Rick got his locksmith business license. Voila, Assiniboia now had its very own locksmith.

Rick started fixing locks

as well as getting people into places they had locked themselves out of such as homes and vehicles. The locksmith business expanded into cutting keys and a whole host of other skills. It started with another training course. He went to the community college and took a business planning class.

According to Rick it’s a great trade and the good definitely outweighs the

bad. With his expansion into anything key related it has been a full life which he is now able to ease out of partially. Rick has always found a solution to help the customer. He commented that he is constantly learning skills. Rick has decided to continue cutting keys and repairing locks at his home office while phasing out of the locksmith trade. Rick and Bernie wish to thank everyone for their support.

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New $5 bill to feature Terry Fox Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter Finally, was a common word uttered amongst Canadians when it was announced Dec. 17 that Canada’s hero, Terry Fox, would be featured on the new $5 bill.

The Federal Government made the announcement in the fall economic statement on Dec. 16.

Anyone who remembers the 80’s will remember the legacy that started with Fox’s remarkable Marathon of Hope, raising money for cancer research.

Fox, who lost his leg to cancer, was determined to raise money for cancer research. His marathon, although he was unable to finish because the cancer had returned, raised more than $24M. The young Canadian made a passionate plea, urging the country’s residents to donate even a dollar towards his campaign.

Terry Fox is the youngest person to be named a Companion of the Order of Canada. His legacy continues with the annal September fundraising initiative, Terry Fox run that has now raised more than $850M for cancer research.

The fall economic statement says Fox’s addition to the $5 bill is “to inspire more Canadians to give $5 to the cause that Terry Fox championed.”

“Through his efforts, the 22-year-old showed Canadians the difference that an ordinary person could make through sheer willpower and determination,” reads a passage from the economic update.

Fox will replace Sir Wilfrid Laurier, who will

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move from the $5 bill to the $50 note. It’s unclear what will come of William Lyon Mackenzie King who is currently on the $50 bill.

Canadians across the country considered Fox their hometown hero and the country was deeply saddened on his passing in 1981. He has been considered one of Canada’s heroes as he made a profound impact on many lives since his brave cancer fundraising campaign began.

Fox has been memorialized in other ways including a postage stamp released in 2017. The Terry Fox Foundation evolved from the Canadian Cancer Society in 1988. A Terry Fox statue and lookout was opened in 1982 in Thunder Bay, Ont., where Fox was forced to stop his run.

There are also statues of Fox along his marathon route, commemorating his legacy.

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TIME TO MAKE REALISTIC RESOLUTIONS

Sabrina Kraft skraft@glaciermedia.ca Another year will come to an end in a few short days. For many in our community, the first day of the new year became the traditional occasion for thinking about one’s past mistakes and resolving to do and be better in the future.

It is important that if you are one to make resolutions that it is something attainable, instead of an unrealistic goal.

For those who might not be aware, January was named for the two-faced Roman god, Janus, who looks forward to new beginnings as well as backward for reflection and resolution.

The tradition of making resolutions was first done by ancient the Babylonians who celebrated the New Year during a 12-day festival called Akitu (starting with the vernal equinox). This started the farming season to plant crops, crown their king, and make promises to pay their debts.

The Babylonian New Year was adopted by the ancient Romans, as was the tradition of resolutions. The timing, however, eventually shifted with the Julian calendar. With January now the first month, Romans would offer sacrifices to Janus and make promises of good behavior for the year ahead.

Things have changed drastically, and no one is expecting sacrifices anymore. Of course, the purpose of these resolutions have also changed, as they are now a reflection of status, financial wealth, responsibility, and self-discipline.

The best advice to give others is to make

several small goals to a larger year-end resolution. It is a lot easier to celebrate achieving small steps along the way, and gives you motivation to keep working to achieving the larger goal in mind.

It is also important to reflect on past resolutions, and evaluate why those goals were either possible to achieve, or if you had set the bar too high and abandoned the resolution.

There is nothing wrong with changing your resolution either, especially if you realize that your expectations were too high when compared to realizations.

The important thing is that when you are making a resolution it is something that will truly improve your own life, or empower you. If you are taking a common resolution, personalize it for your life, and you will have a much better chance of achieving it.

If you need some inspiration to make your New Year’s Eve a little different than the past, consider including some traditions from different countries around the world.

In Brazil, it is tradition to go to the beach, and after midnight to go into the ocean and jump seven waves while making seven wishes. This tradition pays tribute to Yemanja, the goddess of water.

In Italy, New Year’s resolutions are called buoni propositi, or good intentions. Some Italians have luck-bringing traditions, like eating fatty pork to fatten their wallet, or eating black-eyed peas for good fortune.

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The Chinese New Year is a massive two-week festival that starts on the first full moon of the Lunar calendar, typically between January 21 and February 20. Traditions during the Lantern Festival include giving red envelopes with money and holding reunion dinners with family.

In Spain, they will kick-start their new year by eating 12 grapes exactly at the stroke of midnight. The trick is to finish all 12 grapes by the 12th chime of the clock to have a prosperous new year. (One could combine a little of the Brazil and Spain tradition, water and grapes make wine).

If you are celebrating New Year’s Eve by indulging in alcohol or other legal drugs, do make sure that you have planned for a safe ride home and do not get behind the wheel of a vehicle while inebriated.

As we reflect on the past year, there might be some moments of regret or sadness, especially for those who have lost someone close to them.

It is important to try to focus on the good things in your life at the same time, and take the time to focus on that positivity as we embark into a new year.

There are many local individuals who take the time to have Memory Jars, where they put little notes of special memories or events that happened during the year, and then celebrate those events by opening the jar on New Year’s Eve. It is a creative and fun way of celebrating the small moments that happened, and remind yourself of the good in your life.

Saskatchewan government rejects federal clean electricity regulations The Government of Saskatchewan today categorically rejected the Clean Electricity Regulations (CER) published by the federal government.

“Our government unequivocally rejects federal intrusion into our exclusive provincial jurisdiction over the electricity system,” Crown Investments Corporation Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “Saskatchewan will prioritize maintaining an affordable and reliable electricity grid to support our regional needs and growth. The federal Clean Electricity Regulations are unconstitutional, unaffordable, unachievable, and Saskatchewan cannot, and will not, comply with them.”

The Clean Electricity Regulations were published in Canada Gazette, Part I on August 19, 2023. Due to significant concerns raised by provinces, utilities, businesses and industry leaders across Canada about this policy, the federal government attempted to tweak its regulations with an Update Paper which was published on February 16, 2024.

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“The Clean Electricity Regulations will cause substantial harm to the provincial economy, slow growth throughout all major sectors, reduce jobs, hike electricity rates and jeopardize grid reliability,” added Harrison.

The federally commissioned Canada Electricity Advisory Council published a report in May 2024 that called for more flexible regulations that recognize the resource disparity among fossil-fuel dependent provinces like Saskatchewan and Alberta, who face greater challenges due to geographically available resources and a lack of legacy hydroelectric or nuclear power generation.

Saskatchewan has already invested billions in building our electricity future, including coal, natural gas, solar, wind, and biomass generation, as well as increased interconnections with neighbouring jurisdictions. SaskPower is actively exploring new options, with a particular focus on nuclear and will include these and existing technologies if they best serve Saskatchewan people and businesses.

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A group of Kinettes shared Christmas cheer by carolling around Assiniboia.

Water Security Agency releases freeze-up conditions Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter In a December media release on the Government of Saskatchewan’s website, it reported the Water Security Agency’s report on a summarization of conditions during late fall/early winter period.

While conditions are still below normal, the WSA reported that conditions have improved over last year.

“Current conditions, in combination with the winter snowpack, become the initial conditions for

the spring snowmelt runoff. This report gives an early indication of areas that are more vulnerable to potentially above or below normal runoff during the spring period. It is important to note that this report is not a spring runoff report. Conditions can change quickly with timely spring rains or significant amounts of snow throughout the season.”

This report released mid December notes that despite the general low snowmelt runoff in spring 2024, May and June rains

resulted in most large water supply reservoirs being near or at normal levels throughout the year and they remain this way moving into the winter.

This release also stated, “With the dry two months leading up to freeze-up, most of central, northern and southeastern Saskatchewan went into freeze-up with drier than normal soil moisture conditions. Two snowstorms occurred midNovember that brought 10 to 80 cm of snow to Saskatchewan, with east central regions receiving the

most snow.

This snowfall could result in two outcomes: Insulating the soil and reducing frost penetration, increasing infiltration in the spring, which may reduce runoff. Creating frozen topsoil due to partial melting and refreezing, reducing infiltration and increasing runoff.

WSA will continue to monitor conditions throughout the 2024-25 winter. Beginning in early February, Spring Runoff Outlooks will be released on www.wsask.ca.

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Kinettes share Christmas cheer by carolling Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter Christmas has always been a season of sharing glad tidings of great joy and often that has included choirs of carollers around communities.

However, this year, the Kinette Club of Assiniboia put a new spin on this holiday tradition.

The Kinettes headed out into the cold, winter night on December 16 to spread some Christmas cheer by carolling.

Kinette Lisa adds, “This carolling was not the usual harmonized songs you hear in the movies, but purposely bad. This way, people had to pay us to leave. They could also pay us to go to someone else’s house.”

The idea came from a fall convention Assiniboia Kinettes attended and learned the Unity Kin Club had experienced a very successful inaugural year of this unique fundraiser, and how much fun they had enacting the project. “ E l eve n K i n e t t e s and friends went around with bells, tambourines, whistles and one very awesome guitar to sing a selection of out-of-tune and misworded carols. We

went to at least two dozen houses and raised $1,000, with proceeds to the Assiniboia Kinettes to help fund our operating costs and local projects,” added Kinette Lisa.

Dozens of social media posts raved about the fun-raiser and fundraiser, enjoying the off-key spirit of Christmas that was shared by this community service club. Last night the Kinettes headed out into the cold, winter night to spread some Christmas cheer by carolling. This carolling was not the usual harmonized songs you hear in the movies, but purposely bad. This way, people had to pay us to leave! They could also pay us to go to someone else’s house. We got the idea at our fall convention after the Unity Kin Club told us about it - and how much fun it was.

11 Kinettes and friends went around with bells, tambourines, whistles and one very awesome guitar to sing a selection of out-oftune and misworded carols.

We went to at least 2 dozen houses and raised $1000, with proceeds to the Assiniboia Kinettes to help fund our operating costs and local projects.

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Global hearing loss is rising 430 million people worldwide are living with hearing loss. By 2050, this number is predicted to be nearly 2.5 billion people.1 An ageing population and increased noise pollution are potential reasons why.

Too many are missing out Only 1 in 5 people who could benefit from hearing aids actually use them, leaving many to miss out on the sounds of life, communicating and socialising.1

Hearing loss affects 1 in 8 of us. That means we all likely know someone who is having some trouble hearing. To help, we are joining hearing care professionals nationwide to help individuals in our community by donating a set of ReSound hearing aids to those who cannot afford them.

If you know someone who could benefit from better hearing, please nominate them for a free set of ReSound hearing aids using the form below.

Personal and emotional impacts

It’s not just an ‘old age’ issue Over one billion young adults are at risk of permanent, avoidable hearing loss.1

Untreated hearing loss can affect physical and mental health and result in increased social isolation, loneliness and depression;5 acute or chronic fatigue;6 relationship issues;7 and difficulties at work.8

Nomination form Your Name: Email: Relationship to person you are nominating: Please provide the following information about the person you are nominating:

Common barriers to getting hearing aids • Denial of hearing struggles • Financial cost or other priorities • Self-consciousness about using hearing aids • Misperception of hearing aids as uncomfortable, bulky and unattractive • Expectation of sound being unnatural or not working in noise2-4

Untreated hearing loss

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The holistic benefits of hearing better

When searching for a hearing solution, most people rate comfort and size as the most important features with sound quality, usability and connectivity becoming more important with ongoing use.

• Enhanced communication • Boosted confidence and self-image • Improved social life • Better mental and cognitive health • Feeling healthier and less fatigued • Improvements in relationships and at work

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Hearing loss is the potentially biggest modifiable risk factor for dementia.9 Studies have shown hearing aids may normalise dementia risk in people with hearing loss.10

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Learn more at resound.com References: 1 Deafness and hearing loss. World Health Organization 2022; 2 Evaluation of the Social and Economic Costs of Hearing Impairment. Shield, B. 2019; 3 EuroTrak UK 2018; 4 MarkeTrak 10 US; 5 Isolation/loneliness and depression. Palmer et al JSLR; 6 Fatigue, work. Hornsby 2016; 7 Relationships. NCOA article. Kochkin and Rogin; 8 Work, MarkeTrak. HJ article 2010; 9 Dementia prevention, intervention, and care. The Lancet 2020 report; 10 Association between hearing aid use and all-cause and cause-specific dementia: an analysis of the UK Biobank cohort. The Lancet 2023.

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Our Town More than 58,000 reasons to be thankful for Assiniboia’s Kinette Club Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter In a year end interview with Assiniboia’s Kinette Club, it was easy to see that there are multiple reasons this club is an asset to their community. Some say there are 58,102 reasons to be thankful for this industrious women’s organization, as that figure represents monies raised or donated to causes or projects to benefit the people of Assiniboia and surrounding area.

While others maintain they have been recipient of 2,337 reasons, which represents the number of volunteer hours this club has invested into their community.

The storied history of Assiniboia’s Kinette Club dates back to the 1970’s, and while there was a lapse in club existence for a period of time, the re-start of this community’s service club in 2002 has generated nothing but positives, energy and continued commitment

to fulfilling their mandate of ‘serving the community’s greatest needs’.

Lisa Martin, Public Relations Director, for Assiniboia’s Kinette Club says there are may highlights from their past year. However, two important milestones stand out and that includes being named Impact Award winner by the Chamber of Commerce, and donating $36,081 to Telemiracle 48.

“Assiniboia Kinette, Raelynn Nicholson completed her term as Kinsmen Foundation Chair in June, handing over the reins to Jordan Kammer from Rosetown Kinsmen. She still serves as Past-Chair until June 2025.,” added Martin.

Assiniboia Kinettes also proudly acknowledge, Justine Headrick, who won the Zone G Kin of the Year, which is an award for being the most outstanding Kin in our region. Headrick was the Chair of the Spin-

a-thons in Assiniboia (with Stride) and Rockglen (with Station Spin) which raised $13,000 and $17,340 respectively for TeleMiracle.

“Membership and retention are likely the biggest challenge for Kin Canada on a National level.

People’s lives are so busy that it can be a struggle for some to participate, so it’s easy to give up a service club in favour of other family activities. Being able to give back, even once for a small event, is enough to fill your cup. There are enough of us that we can share the load,” says Martin.

Assiniboia’s Kinette Club has a membership of 20, however they are always ready to welcome new members to help with the work they do. The service club was thrilled to welcome a new member in April of 2024, and two new applications came at their last Kinette Club meeting.

This Kinette Club is one of

the few in the province with 20 or more members, beating out even some larger centres with their club size.

The fact that their membership remains healthy is a testament to the way they function, and how much their member’s contributions are valued and respected in the community.

When asked what is something people might not know about being part of a Kinette Club, Martin responds, “The sisterhood of having a common goal to work together is an amazing support system and builds lifelong friendships. “ Some of the many contributions the Kinette Club provides Assiniboia The nominations for the Kinette Club, that earned them the ‘Impact Award” from the Assiniboia Chamber of Commerce, noted many valuable attributes of this community service club. Their most valuable resource is their

The Kinettes participate in many programs to support the community.

time and local service hours given, numbering more than 2,300.

In addition to provincial causes such as Telemiracle 48, and the Kinsmen Foundation, the Assiniboia Kinettes have participated in, or donated to, either through financial support, an in-kind donation or inservice, to Assiniboia & District Museum, Assiniboia & District Library, Assiniboia Arts Council Assiniboia Music Festival, Assiniboia Salvation Army Food Bank, ACHS Pink Game, Hayle & Cayden’s Mother’s Day Run, Christmas Lane, Saskatchewan MS Walk, Cornoach Ladies Might, Assiniboia Twinkle Tour, Kin Canada Bursaries and Cystic Fibrosis Canada.

Additionally, the club provides valuable services, activities or projects in the community such as: • Assiniboia Adopt-aFamily, providing gifts and financial donations to shoe in need during the holidays • Free Breakfast with Santa, attendees meet Santa and have a photo take as well as doing a group craft • Community Easter Egg Hunt, free to children that includes activities and craft creation • Assiniboia and Assiniboia District Youth Humanitarian Awards • Baked with Love Auction for MS, proceeds to MS Walk • Community Calendar • Assiniboia Salvation Army Food Drive, organize and receiving community donations both in product and monetary and delivering the food bank, also educating residents about most needed items.

The Assiniboia Kinette Club steps in when and where most needed “The past two decades, and then some, the Kinette Club has show leadership in the community through their countless volunteer hours and financial contributions to projects, events, both large and small. Without the commitment of this community service club, many of these events and causes would cease to exist,” added Martin.

For instance, once Salvation Army no longer managed the adopt-a-family program, the Kinettes took over without being asked to do so, but simply seeing the need. They have created a project that brings together the community by giving to others in need.

Last year Assiniboia Food bank was on the verge of shutting down, resulting in the Kinette Club ‘adopting’ the food bank for Christmas. The club purchased new shelves, assisted with clean and installation of new shelves, while also helping stock those shelves. They have added signage and man hours to assist this valuable community organization when needed. Without this club’s involvement, the food bank was at real risk of closing.

The Impact Award nomination was supported by several letters of reference, including one from the mayor herself acknowledging the club’s continued above and beyond efforts in everything they do.

Members note “We are a fun, active, vibrant club that looking towards the future, while referencing our successes of the past.”

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Part of the Christmas fun for the seniors is the annual Keep it or Gift it Bingo. Prizes are generously donated; from vendors in the community and an afternoon of fun is in order for all who attend.

CIF grant recipients include Assiniboia Times readership area Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter The Community Initiatives Fund provided $2.9 million in grants to 165 projects across Saskatchewan which will go towards programming for youth and children to create healthy growth and development. The December announcement included recipients in the Battlefords.

The CIF is intended to strengthen the capacity of communities and promote healthy lifestyles, the work they do enhances the qualify of life for everyone in Saskatchewan.

Gravelbourg and District Early Childhood Coalition Tot Spot received $19,320, while Gravelbourg Artisan Cooperative Community Arts Program

was the recipient of $3,408.

The Town of Mossbank Tot Spot was awarded $2,640. In Ogema, the Total Learning and Child Care Preschool Program was the recipient of $4,314 A number of recipients in the city of Moose Jaw. Other southern Sask. recipients went to Pangman and Radville, Recipients’ funded pro-

grams provide essential knowledge and skills that promote positive mental health, self-esteem, and healthy lifestyle choices for children and youth, while also ensuring families have access to necessary resources to nurture supportive environments.

These grants empower innovative local initiatives that promote vibrant

community development and enhance the quality of life for residents. With a focus on responsiveness and creativity, this funding goes to projects that address local needs and foster collaboration, driving positive change across Saskatchewan. This grant program has two intake dates for applications, Oct.1 and April 1 annually.

The CIF is a special-purpose fund created through The Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan Corporation Act and managed by a government-appointed Board of community volunteers.

A complete list of the grant recipients and their projects, as well as information about the Community Initiatives Fund can be found at www.cifsask.org.

Remarkable longevity, Assiniboia Kinsmen Club will turn 80 in 2025 Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter A remarkable testament to the power of Kinsmen in our communities as Assiniboia Kinsmen will celebrate 80 years in the community, chartering September of 1945.

The storied history of the Assiniboia Kinsmen has a long legacy of events, places, spaces and traditions all made possible through this service club’s efforts.

Club member, Howard Ellis, affirms that in 2024, their members put in 600man hours for the com-

munity.

Ellis also acknowledges that the 40-year tradition of the Kinsmen Club selling live Christmas trees had an astounding one week sell out in 2024, arriving Nov. 25 and sold out by Dec. 2.

The Kinsmen Club undertook a number of service activities and projects in 2024 that included the Christmas tree sales. They were also part of bartending for weddings and other events, safe rides, hockey draft, Telemiracle fundraising, and their continued popular Chase the Ace project.

The Kinsmen Club own the Kin Hut and look after upkeep, cleaning, maintenance and rentals keeping it viable for community use year-round. This is another value-added benefit to the community, thanks to this men’s service club.

This club retains the revenue from rentals and uses it to help pay the hall’s expenses.

The Kin Hut has been part of the community for more than 50 years. Some renovations were completed in 2020 and Ellis states that more renovations will be planned within the next

two to three years to keep the hall in to shape for their club’s and the community’s use for years to come.

Ellis tells the Assiniboia Times, “2024 donations were made to various local organizations totaling $12,220.00 Note: the last Chase the Ace raised over $37,500 which was dispersed to local organizations in late 2023. The lottery we are running now we will not be able to donate until lottery is finished which will be July 2025.

The club is hopeful to meet or beat the last fundraising total from this lottery.”

The club says their biggest challenge is finding enough workers to tend wedding bars and other events, especially during the summer months.

With a membership of 11, the Kinsmen Club are kept busy throughout the year with their goals of serving the community’s greatest needs. They know they can rely on help from the K-40 Club in town.

Ellis affirms that they were happy to welcome two new members in 2024.

W h i l e Te l e m i r a c l e fundraising options aren’t yet finalized, the club says

they will likely continue their steak supper and auction, along with raffles.

Ellis said members rotate positions each year so that everyone can learn all the aspects of this community service club.

Community support of Assiniboia Kinsmen Club efforts is one way to say thanks for all the work these men do, while fulfilling their club’s mandate of ‘Serving the community’s greatest needs”. You can follow the Kinsmen on their Facebook page for all the latest news and updates.

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Avoid driving under the influence Celebrations frequently involve entertaining guests or heading out for nights on the town to enjoy the company of others. Often food and beverages are part of the fun, and that includes alcoholic beverages, which may flow a little more readily during festive occasions.

Crash fatality rates involving alcohol increase by about five times during holidays. The numbers continue to grow.

Ddriving under the influence-related fatalities were 23 percent higher in 2021 than 2016. Impaired driving also is prevalent between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. In Saskatchewan, the penalties for impaired driving (DUI) are severe and include fines, jail time, license suspension, and a criminal record:

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• Always have a sober chaperone. At each event, one or more people should make the pledge to stay sober so they can ensure the safety of guests. This may mean driving them home themselves or arranging for transportation.

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As you celebrate with friends and family, please plan ahead to make sure everyone arrives home safely.

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Deadline: Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. the week before publication Obituaries

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Brian Corcoran

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of husband, father, and grandfather Brian Corcoran of Kincaid, SK, on December 3, 2024, at the age of 64 years. Brian was born at the Kincaid Hospital on September 25, 1960, the eldest child of James “Jim” and Eréne (Turgeon) Corcoran. Needless to say, this little boy was spoiled rotten by his grandparents, Patrick and Louise (Benistant) Corcoran, and Ernest and Jean (Angus) Turgeon, as well as many aunts and uncles. Brian's childhood was filled with lots of fun and laughter on the family farm—teasing his siblings, riding calves, milking cows, and simply enjoying good oldfashioned fun. When cousins and friends arrived, the joy only multiplied. As a teenager and being social by nature, it wasn't uncommon to find the family home packed with friends after an evening out. In 1985, Brian married Erin Leddy, who had twin daughters, Sherry and Sheila. They divorced in 1988, but the twins maintained contact with Brian over the years. Brian met the love of his life, Edna Lacasse, and her three daughters, Mélanie, Christianne, and Alexie, in 1992; they married in December 1999. Brian quickly assumed the role of Dad in every way and, in later years, became a very proud Grampa. Growing up on the family farm, Brian worked closely with his dad and developed a love for cattle. The farm remained his home, where he continued his life with Edna. Brian enjoyed spending time with his cows, riding horses, fencing, baling, tinkering in his shop, and fabricating new projects from his treasured junk collection. He also had a passion for hockey, bowling, baseball, his Chevy trucks, and his dog, Blue. Brian was a child at heart.

Wherever there were kids, there was Brian—telling stories, playing games, teasing, and eating lots of treats. His presence always brought laughter. On a more serious note, Brian was a mentor to many young adults. He taught some about cattle and gave others the chance to create projects in his shop. Great memories and friendships were formed, especially with those who came from Switzerland year after year. Brian was very dedicated to his positions as Reeve of RM #75, Chairperson of Thomson Lake Regional Park, and Board Member of the Meyronne Community Pasture. He never intentionally missed a meeting and was always diligent with policies. His God-given gift was his ability to listen to people, understand their points of view, and work toward solutions. Brian is survived by his lovely wife Edna Lacasse-Corcoran; daughter Mélanie Frechette (Micah Campagne), granddaughters Charlize & Catherine; daughter Christianne (Jeff) Hammond; daughter Alexie (Caley) Millar, granddaughters Sophie & Alice; daughter Sheila Rodrigues (Lane Mottl), granddaughters Addisson & Victoria; daughter Sherry Corcoran, grandchildren Kameron, Logan & Ryan; mother Eréne Corcoran; brother Gary (Kathy) Corcoran; sisters Carmela Miller (Rod), Rosalie LaRose (Ken) and their families; mother-in-law Louisa Lacasse; brother-in-law Paul Lacasse; sister-in-law Diane Lacasse and many dear relatives and friends. Brian will always be remembered as a kind-hearted and gentle man. He was predeceased by his father James “Jim” Corcoran; stepfather André Brodeur; father-in-law Paul-Émile Lacasse; brothers-in-law Blaine Miller and Marc Lacasse. An Evening Prayer service was held at St. Jean-Baptiste Catholic Church in Ferland, Saskatchewan, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 7:30 PM and the Funeral Mass was be celebrated on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 1:00 PM. Memorial donations in Brian's memory made to the Ferland Parish, P.O. Box 80, McCord, SK, S0K 2T0 or e-transferred to were greatly paroissestjeanbaptisteferland@gmail.com appreciated,

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Aka: Sy It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Simonne on November 24, 2024, at the age of 87. She will be dearly missed.

Simonne was born to Armand and Annette (née Rheaume) on the family farm near Fir Mountain, Saskatchewan, on May 2, 1937. She was the youngest child in her family.

Simonne was raised on the family farm until she joined her sisters at the convent in Lafleche. She later studied education in Regina and taught at the Kelsey Institute in Saskatoon, three elementary schools, two high schools, and the University of Regina before becoming a realtor.

Prior to her parents' passing, she served as each of their caregivers, working at a tax filing firm during the intervening period. Simonne enjoyed spending her free time in the yard and was a quick study in the use of computers. More recently, she was placed in care at the Echo Lodge Special Care Home in Fort Qu'Appelle to support her with dementia and other ailments. Simonne is survived by her son, Guy; grandson, Christopher (Jess), granddaughter, Katherine; and greatgranddaughter, Halle. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Armand and Annette; siblings, Georgette, Jean, Claude, and Suzanne; nephew, Phillip; and niece, Laura. A memorial will be held in the spring of 2025. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, 301-2550 12th Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 3X1

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Darcy also had a great faith and it was through this last couple of years that helped him through the difficult times. Darcy is predeceased by his sisters Deborah Berger and Ann Kiel, his brother in law Darren Kiel, his sister in law Lisa Berger, his brother in law Kenton Schneikart, great niece Ann Margaret, his brother in law Glen Emke, and his brother in law Allan Montay.

He is survived by his father Bob Berger, mother Stella Berger, sister Linda Schneikart, (Curtis, Crystal, Ethan, Lily & Rhett), (Debbie, Dave), his brother John Berger (Cathy) his sister Cherie (Darcy, Chris, (Kayla, Charlie), Jeff, (Ashley, Haylie, Rylan, Vyolet, Aybel, Zack), his sister Roxanne (Stephen, Sheldon) his brother Ken (Tamara, Josh, Ethan) and many other family and friends.

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Menopause can increase health risks for some women Menopause, a stage in a woman’s life marked by normal hormonal changes, is still plagued by several erroneous beliefs. Increasingly, initiatives aim to demystify menopause and frame it as a moment of transition rather than a dreaded step toward mortality.

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It leads to weight gain: weight gain is due to the normal age-related slowing of metabolism — which applies to men, too — and is not caused by menopause.

A focus on healthy eating and regular exercise remains the most effective way to limit weight gain.

Menopause doesn’t mark the end of an active and fulfilling life! Consult a health professional if you have any questions about menopause.

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A neurological cause In the 1990s, neuroscientists discovered neurotransmitters called hypocretins in the human brain. Hypocretins are activated while you’re awake to help you stay alert. Conversely, they’re inhibited while you sleep, allowing you to experience deep and REM sleep. Hypocretins deteriorate as you get older, resulting in sleepiness during the day and SOUTHLAND CO�OP sleep disruptions at night.

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Prairie Crafters Market hosts customer appreciation day

Muriel Fehr Freelance Reporter The Prairie Crafter’s Market in Rockglen had approximately 100 people pass through the doors on December 14, where it is now housed in its very own building.

Kyla Lamontagne held a grand opening for her store on October 19, which was previously Wesley United Church. Before purchasing this building she and her vendors had a space in an art gallery with each vendor only showcasing a handful of merchandise.

She chose Saturday as her Customer Appreciation Day almost two months after the initial opening and in her own words “This was more successful”

Part of the purpose of creating the store was a goal Kyla had in. mind “I want Rockglen to be a destination.”

While many people pass through town on their way to somewhere, it is Kyla’s wish that Rockglen be that somewhere. With a few out of towners at her grand opening and many more at her customer appreciation day she is happy with the response. The cash register showed in excess of 90 transactions in a town of almost 400, although some visitors went straight through to the Christmas bake sale. Local bakers include Rockglen Rockettes, Lana’s cakes, Karen Fafard and Just Beat It Baking.

Counting the owner,

Kyla Dee Lamontagne, Prairie Crafters Market holds 50 vendors. Those vendors hail from northwest to Cabri, east to the Manitoba border, north to Moose Jaw and Regina and many from the south country. All the items available to purchase are handmade.

Add to that the fact that all who sell through the market are local to Saskatchewan.

Some things to spice up the atmosphere and draw in customers were a local artist offering a come and go pain class as well as some live music. Kalissa Reiger played the piano while her daughter Anika sang. Another pianist was 13 year old Emery Knoss. The artis was Tracey Bitton-Toole who came from St. Victor.

Southern Rebels start second half of season with renewed purpose Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter With the last game of 2024 held Dec. 18, the Richardson Pioneer Southern Jr. B Rebels are looking to start the second half of their season on a mission, win more games. Eighteen games remain in their Prairie Junior Hockey League Schedule.

Eleven games in January will kick off Jan. 4 in Carrot River followed by a Jan. 5 match against the Saskatoon Royals. Five of January’s games on the

schedule are home games.

With only seven regular season games left in February, the Jr. Rebels will give their best efforts in 2025 in the hunt for potential playoff position, doing so with only one home game in February’s seven games remaining in the team’s regular season.

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Three of the Rebels roster have earned spots, Belanger, Skarbon and Smolinksi are on the South roster for the upcoming Prairie Junior Hockey League All Star game and those same players are looked to as leaders for fueling the charge for a strong finish to the team’s regular season.

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