The Weyburn Review S . E . S A S K AT C H E WA N ’ S N E W S PA P E R O F R E C O R D
Vol.116 No. 32 - Weyburn, Saskatchewan
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - 8 Pages
Piper, Sofia and Alys created gratitude jars during a recent IGNITE camp hosted by Weyburn Big Brothers Big Sisters Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review at the Exhibition Grounds.
IN MEMORY OF TANYA MYERS: A love for cats that will live on in Weyburn “Tanya was close to her family, and my heart breaks for them as they shared their memories of her,” said Wawro. “She was also a true cat lover — like no one I’ve ever met. She had nine cats of her own, all still cared for by her mother. Her love of cats started early and she was taming barn cats before she even started kindergarten. Cats were a huge part of who she was.” Every dollar raised will go directly to the Humane Society as a donation in Myers’ name. This gift will help support the society’s work caring for homeless and vulnerable animals. The Humane Society is building a new shelter at 1810 East Avenue. It will include indoor dog kennels, a dog wash area, cat rooms with a playroom, storage, laundry, two washrooms, administration, a meeting room and a garage. There will also be a space for outdoor cat runs. Donations can be made at the Weyburn Credit Union to the trust account “In Memory of Tanya Myers”. In-person donations or e-transfers are accepted to 306-861-9961, which auto deposits into the trust account. Tax receipts are available for donations over $25. As of the latest update, $350 has been raised toward a $6,500 goal. Myers was fatally shot on Sepember 12,
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2025, while riding as a passenger in a friend’s SUV on Highway 39 near Weyburn. A bullet entered the vehicle and struck her. She died in an ambulance a short distance from the city. The incident, which also involved gunfire striking a second vehicle, deeply affected the close-knit community of about 11,000 people. Mayor Jeff Richards previously described the shooting as a “very unnerving experience” that has impacted many residents. “This is a very tight-knit city, so it is impacting a lot of people,” he said. Chris Fahlman has been charged with seconddegree murder in connection with Myers’ death. He was initially charged with manslaughter but the charge was later upgraded. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for October in Weyburn Circuit Court. The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal recently dismissed his appeal of a bail denial. A publication ban prohibits disclosure of the reasons for the denial. Wawro and supporters said the fundraiser is about celebrating Myers’ life and the joy she found in caring for cats. Those wishing to contribute to the GoFundMe, or learn more about the Humane Society, can visit their website.
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Lisa Joy/ SaskToday.ca A fundraiser is underway to create a lasting tribute to Tanya Myers - the 44-year-old Weyburn woman whose life was defined by her deep love of cats - by naming a dedicated cat room at the Weyburn Humane Society in her honour. The fundraiser was organized by Jaime Wawro on behalf of the Weyburn Humane Society. Wawro was in the second vehicle struck by gunfire that night. Her tire was hit by a bullet just before the vehicle Myers was riding in was struck, resulting in Myers’ death. “I didn’t know Tanya before that day, but in the weeks that followed, I got to know a little about her through her family,” wrote Wawro on the GoFundMe page. “As I drove past the terminals recently, I couldn’t stop thinking about her. I realized I wanted to do something to help Tanya be remembered for how she lived — not for how she died.” The campaign aims to raise $30,000 to sponsor and name the Cat Room after Myers. The permanent space would give cats in need a place to heal and find new homes. If the full amount isn’t reached, funds would go toward naming the Cat Storage Room in her memory instead.
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SaskToday.ca The 45th annual Weyburn Communithon is just around the corner, with the 30-hour telethon scheduled for October 23 and 24 at the Weyburn Legion. Organizers are officially putting out the call for local talent of all kinds to take the stage and be part of this year’s milestone event. Entertainment applications are now available online at www.communithon. com, making it easy for performers to get involved without having to print or submit paperwork. “You can find the entertainment application at www.communithon.com. And it’s all digital. So it should be easy. You don’t have to print anything off. You don’t have to send anything in, and if you need help, our committee is happy to assist you.” explained Communithon Foundation chair Lindsay Manko-Bauche. “We’re just looking for entertainment of all shapes and sizes. Communithon is about raising money for these eight member agencies, but it’s also a community cultural event.” “When you think about the amount of Weyburn that shows up for Communithon, it’s literally the whole community. And it’s almost like a stamp of different cultural points of our existence. When you look back at Communithon’s history, everybody has a memory tied to it.” Last year, 61 different performers took part in the event, and organizers are encouraging anyone with a skill, talent or passion to apply, regardless of the type of act. Community members can also connect with the Communithon team through its Facebook or Instagram pages, where organizers can help direct them to the right person. Canada Post Canadian Publications Mail Sales Product Agreement No. 40069240 Publication Mail Registration No. 09093
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Paws and Progress 50/50 raffle supports Humane Society
The Weyburn Humane Society is raising funds during a Paws and Progress 50/50 raffle to help cover their operating expenses as they make the final push toward completing their new shelter. The raffle is being run online through Rafflebox, which allows tickets to be purchased easily by credit card or Visa Debit. They have several ticket options available: $5 for one, $20 for five, $50 for 20 and $100 for 100.
Tickets are available until 11:59 p.m. on September 4, with the draw taking place at 2 p.m. on September 5 at their new shelter location at 1810 East Avenue. The winner will take home 50 per cent of ticket sales, up to a maximum prize of $12,500. The Humane Society was not able to do another vehicle raffle this year, but still wanted to have a summer fundraiser to aid the organization through
The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce has announced the grand opening of Domino’s Pizza to be held Thursday, August 27, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 112 Railway Avenue at 11 a.m. Domino’s Pizza is a globally recognized pizza restaurant known for its commitment to quality, convenience, and customer service. Serving individuals, families, students, and busy professionals alike, Domino’s
offers a wide variety of pizzas, sides, desserts, and beverages designed to bring people together over great food. With a focus on fast, reliable service and community involvement, Domino’s has become one of the world’s leading pizza brands. The Weyburn location is excited to provide residents with another convenient dining option while supporting local initiatives and giving back to the community it serves.
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what is typically a bit of a lull in fundraising. The board thought a 50/50 would be a fun way to finish out the summer, with the timing also giving someone in the community the chance to put a little extra money toward back-to-school expenses, or get an early start on their Christmas shopping. The raffle is offered through Rafflebox primarily because it makes the administrative side of a large raffle much
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Local groups receive Gaming Grants
Submitted Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan (LGS) provided nearly $1.7 million in charitable gaming grants in the first quarter of 2026-27, benefiting groups and organizations in about 260 Saskatchewan communities. There was more than $18,000 distributed to organizations in Weyburn. These included: • Assiniboia Park Elementary School Community Council, $3,974.50 • Legacy Park Elementary School Community Council, $1.846.13 • Royal Canadian Legion Weyburn Branch 47, $2,639.23
• Weyburn Volleyball Club, Weyburn Surge Copper, $795.02. More than $139,000 was distributed to groups in Saskatoon and more than $164,000 went to groups in Regina. Other regions across the province also received funding, including: • Prince Albert and area more than $82,000. • Meadow Lake and area more than $60,000. • Humboldt and area more than $76,000. • Estevan and area more than $79,000. • Melville and area more than $65,000. • Swift Current and area more than $60,000. These quarterly grants are paid to groups and organizations in good standing that conduct liou! e Arts to Y th censed charitable gaming g in g n ri B activities such as bingos, raffles, breakopen ticket eyburn onCert erieS sales, Texas hold ‘em poker tournaments and Monte Carlo events. The grants are equal to 25 per cent of the net revThursday, August 27, 2026 enue raised by each charitable event, to a maximum 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. of $100,000 per group or Centre organization annually. Grace United ChurchCugnet Lobby 633 King St., Weyburn The amount of each Wednesday, grant paid by LGS to each Volunteers from Weyburn Concert Series October 9, 2024 charity is calculated by the will be available to assist with and7:30 print Saskatchewan Liquor and p.m. online tickets through www.Showpass.com. TICKETS AVAILABLE AT: Gaming Authority (SLGA) based on financial reports Old Fashion Foods 122 - 3rd Street N.E., Weyburn and other information subSeason tickets and individualWeyburn tickets Review mitted by the group or or904 East Ave., Weyburn to our shows will be available. or at www.weyburnconcertseries.ca ganization.
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making the process more manageable while we have so much happening behind the scenes with the shelter project.” Construction continues on the new animal shelter. The interior walls are now finished, and are down to some of the final finishing work. In the main building, they still need to seal the floors and have also selected an artist for the mural in the cat playroom. There are still lots of sponsorship opportun-
Another mural was finished at the ball diamonds at Jubilee Park, painted by volunteers of the Weyburn Arts Council. The mural artwork, designed by local artist Leena Honig, was voted the top choice among six or seven submissions in a community mural competition. It is painted on the Photo courtesy of Weyburn Arts Council dugout at diamond number four.
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more manageable. There is a significant amount of recording and reporting required and with everything else happening as they work toward completing the new shelter, having an online system helps keep things organized and allows volunteers to focus their time and energy where it’s needed most. The Humane Society sometimes gets questions about why they use an online raffle platform. “It really comes down to
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Sask’s August oil and gas public offering raises $4.5 million
SaskToday The Government of Saskatchewan’s third Crown oil and natural gas public offering of the 2026-27 fiscal year, held Aug. 11, generated $4,528,771 in revenue. According to a government news release issued Aug. 14, bids in the northwest region earned the highest amount, followed closely by the southeast and west-central areas. All 37 leases and four exploration licences that were available in the sale were gobbled up, encompassing 9,905 acres. The total bonus received in the northwest area was $1,643,563.98, an average of $383.45 per hectare for the 4,286.244. The 18 leases available, covering 2,904.678 hectares, were sold for $735,091, or $253.07 per hectare. Two licences available, covering 1,381.566 hectares in the Turtleford area, sold for $908,472, or $657.57 per hectare. One licence totalling 732.487 hectares was awarded to Mammoth Land Services Ltd. for $550,830.22, an average of $752 per hectare. The other licence, totalling 649.079 hectares, was awarded to Metropolitan Resources Inc., who submitted a bid of $357,642.53, an average of $551 per hectare. The highest bonus bid received on a lease in the area was $150,001, an average of $580.14 per hectare. This 258.561-hectare lease was awarded to Kintara Energy Ltd. and is located 14 kilometres northwest of
Unity. The highest dollars per hectare received on a lease in this offering was $2,588.69, a total of $42,172.35. This 16.291-hectare lease was awarded to Durham Creek Energy Ltd. and is located three kilometres west of Meota. The total bonus received in the southeast region was $1,475,748, an average of $663.24 per hectare for 18 leases that covered 2,225.05 hectares.
Sara Parks SaskToday.ca Weyburn’s new recreation complex is on track, according to Director of Leisure Services Richard Henning who updated council at its regular meeting on August 10. The project is now transitioning to the predesign phase. Henning said that P3Architecture held the design kickoff meeting on June 26, with design work beginning immediately afterward. A site visit and walkthrough were done on July 21, including a meet-and-greet with the Steering Committee and Colliers, and a review of both the existing facility and the proposed project site. “Overall, the project is progressing as planned and remains well-positioned as it transitions into the pre-design phase,” said Henning. The projected $30 million project remains on budget. Preliminary budget
based on comparable projects includes: Consultant Fees $2,343,000, construction Costs $25,262,000, existing facility $1,000,000, furniture, fixtures, and equipment $1,100,000, and management reserve of $295,000. During the pre-design phase, bi-weekly design meetings started in midAugust. Ground Engineering was awarded the Geotechnical Services contract and completed initial investigations in midJuly. As no historical site survey information was available, a topographic survey is being added to the scope, with Landworks Civil Engineering Ltd. selected to complete the work. Colliers continues to monitor and maintain the risk register endorsed by the Steering Committee, updating it as needed to reflect emerging risks and project changes. The city is exploring
The highest bonus bid received on a lease in this offering was $318,934, an average of $706.33 per hectare. This 451.538-hectare lease was awarded to Saturn Oil and Gas Inc. and is located seven kilomnetres west of Bengough, within the Roncott Bakken Sand Oil Pool. The highest dollars per hectare received on a lease in this offering was $2,743.69 per hectare, for a total of $177,785. This
64.798-hectare lease was awarded to West Lake Energy Corp. and is located 21 kilometres northeast of Lampman, adjacent to the Millmar West Frobisher Beds Oil Pool. The total bonus received in the west-central area was $1,409,458, an average of $415.22/hectare for the 3,394.482 hectares available through one lease and two licences. The two exploration licences posted south of
Eatonia received total bids of $1,388,351. One licence for 2,336.782 hectares was awarded to Synergy Land Services Ltd. for $1,015,635, an average of $434.63 per hectare. The other licence totalling 1,041.426 hectares went to Lexterra Land Ltd. who submitted a bid of $372,715, an average of $357.89 per hectare. The only lease posted in this area received a bid of $21,107, an average of
$1,297 per hectare. This 16.274 hectare lease was awarded to ISH Energy Ltd. and is located 11 kilometres south of Major Leases are offered with five-year terms and are issued to drill for and produce oil or natural gas. Exploration licences have terms of two to five years and are issued in less developed areas for exploration and production. Several factors affect public offering activity, including oil and gas prices, land availability, geological and technological constraints and various market conditions. The next offering is scheduled for October 6.
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Weyburn $30M recreation complex stays on budget expressions of interest and additional funding programs. Building Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) is a potential funding source that could help offset eligible capital costs and improve overall project affordability, said Henning. DCG Philanthropic and Ninja Cross submitted proposals to support funding management, and further clarification was requested by the Steering Committee. DCG has since provided the requested details, and council has Steering Committee to proceed with DCG for the phaseone feasibility study. The project’s timeline is on track with the planning/initiation phase in the second quarter of 2026. Design work is expected to advance in 2026-2027. Construction is aimed to be completed in late 2029 with a grand opening held in 2030. Councillor Morrissette asked when user groups
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“As P3 architecture works through the predesign phase, there will be a portion once we have more concepts done, some initial design work completed, then we will be re-engaging with stakeholders and user groups.” The new complex replaces the closed indoor aquatic facilities at the current Leisure Centre.
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City awards $311K dredging contract for lagoon project
SaskToday The City of Weyburn has awarded the 2026 lagoon dredging project to Taber Solids Control of Edmonton, Alta., for a total of $311,035, including PST. The contract was approved by council at its regular meeting on Aug. 10. The project budget had allocated $260,000 for the work, but the overage will be covered by unused funds from the capital utility budget that were originally set aside for the Lift Station 6 upgrade project. The dredging consists of the removal of approximately 10,000 m³ of accumulated sludge (biosolids) from the sludge cells (10 & 13) at the lagoon treatment facility located south of the Nickle Lake reservoir. The scope of work includes dredging, sludge dewatering, sampling and laboratory analysis of the dried sludge, and temporary on-site stock-
piling of dewatered sludge in a lined containment area approved by the city. The Request for Proposal (RFP) was posted on July 13, on the city’s online bidding portal. Proposals were due by July 31. Five proposals were received. The qualifying bids, including PST were as follows: • Taber Solids Control $311,035. • CLEAN HARBORS $740,896. • Campbell Energy & Environmental Services Ltd. $821,100. • GFL Environmental Services Inc. $880,967. • Neetah Construction $2,464,553. Councillor Ryan Janke asked Director of Engineering Renee Cugnet what would happen if the lagoon wasn’t dredged. Cugnet said that without dredging, the sludge cells would lose capacity, and the sludge would move into the treatment trains. She
said the facility has nine treatment cells, with the sludge cells being the first point of entry for inlets, allowing solids to drop so effluent can be properly treated. She said the operation of the treatment cells wouldn’t operate efficiently or as intended. Councillor Larry Heggs asked about the Lift Station 6 project savings. Cugnet said that project saw no proposals or bids for the second consecutive year. The city is currently seeking pricing for a portion of the work, which involves updating piping to stainless steel. If a contractor can’t be found, the project will be deferred again to next year, which accounts for the unused capital funds now being redirected to the dredging shortfall. Cugnet said that sludge cells typically need dredging every five to 10 years. The current cells were last dredged eight years ago.
SaskToday The Southeast College has announced $100,000 in funding from RBC in support of the college’s computer science training through projects (CSTTP) program. A press release from the college said the funding will support instructor costs and program administration over the next two years, helping Southeast College deliver hands-on digital training for learners across the region. The college added the funding will be celebrated during the next Innovation Conversation Aug. 24 at the Southeast College’s Weyburn campus. The event will also recognize graduates from the summer CSTTP co-
hort and feature a funding presentation from RBC representatives. Originally developed by Southeast College in 2024, the college said CSTTP offers a unique project-based learning model in which students work in a simulated tech company environment. Learners take on professional roles while collaborating on real-world technology projects, gaining practical experience in software development, teamwork and problem-solving. Projects completed through the program include an Indigenous beading application, a virtual mine tour for the Souris Valley Museum in Estevan, and a variety of student-led technology initiatives developed for
community and industry partners. “The support from RBC helps us continue building technology talent right here in rural Saskatchewan,” said Tania Hlohovsky Andrist, executive director of innovation and applied research at Southeast College. “CSTTP provides learners with meaningful, workplace-relevant experience while helping them develop the technical and professional skills needed to succeed in today’s digital economy. This investment ensures that more students will have access to innovative training opportunities close to home.” “In rural and Indigenous communities across
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Saskatchewan, the talent and drive to succeed in the digital economy are there, but access to the right training and opportunities hasn’t always kept pace,” said Daniel Edwards, RBC regional vice-president for the Parkland region. “Southeast College’s CSTTP program aims to change that by delivering hands-on, project-based technology training that intentionally reaches learners who experience challenges accessing traditional education pathways. RBC is excited to support this program to help build the kind of in-demand skills that can lead to real career opportunities.” The next CSTTP co-
hort will begin Sept. 29 at Southeast College’s Estevan campus and will run through March 31, 2027. The press release notes that through the Centre of Sustainable Innovation, Southeast College continues to explore new approaches to workforce development and technology education that respond to the needs of employers, communities, and learners throughout the region. The support from RBC will help strengthen these efforts while creating additional pathways into technology careers, the college said. The August 24 Innova-
tion Conversation will begin at 6:30 p.m. Morgan Walter, a southeast tech entrepreneur, will deliver her speech “You don’t need a tech background to build a tech company.” Walter has a master’s degree in sport management and spent years coaching softball before founding her own softball business. Through the Southeast Techhub’s (SETH) Rural Innovation and Startup Ecosystem program, she built on this experience, integrating tools to strengthen her services and reach more athletes. She is currently the SETH’s regional innovation connector.
Submitted The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce will introduce Behind the Badge, a new signature event connecting our community with the dedicated members of Weyburn Police Service and Weyburn Fire Service. Join the Chamber for an engaging evening of conversation and insight on September 15, as local first responders share their experiences, discuss their roles in keeping our community safe and answer your questions. Whether you’re a business owner, employee, or community member, this
is a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and gain a deeper appreciation for those who serve on the front lines. Sponsorship Opportunities The Chamber is currently seeking a dessert and décor Sponsor for the upcoming Behind the Badge Luncheon. This is a great opportunity to promote local business while supporting a key Chamber event that brings together local business and community leaders. For more information, please contact the Weyburn Chamber of Commerce.
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L E T T E R : Respecting the legacy of the Harry Church Indoor Pool
To the editor, I am one of the many citizens of Weyburn who has serious concerns about how City Council is handling the future of the Harry Church Indoor Pool and, more specifically, whether my grandfather’s name will remain attached to the new or remodelled facility. I am writing because I believe this is about more than a name. It is about local history, recognition and remembering the people who helped build our community. Weyburn has changed considerably over the years, and I realize that many newer residents may never have heard of our grandfather, Harry Church. Harry lived in Weyburn for virtually his entire life. In the late 1930s, he farmed, worked for the telephone company and Imperial Oil. In the early 1940s, he was approached by a city alderman and asked to take responsibility for Weyburn’s rinks, curling rink and swimming pools. He took on that responsibility and managed these facilities from the early 1940s until his retirement in 1967. Harry dedicated many years of his life to making sure Weyburn’s recreational facilities were properly maintained and
available for the people of our community. He knew generations of Weyburn residents, especially the kids who spent their time at the pools and rinks. When the City of Weyburn built its indoor swimming pool in 1990, then-city councillor Marlene Nedelcov strongly supported having the facility dedicated in Harry’s name. That recognition was an important acknowledgement of the many years he had devoted to the City of Weyburn. So, fast-forward to today. When I heard that the City was planning a new facility, I naturally assumed that the City would see the value in keeping Harry’s name and preserving that piece of Weyburn history. I contacted all members of City Council by email to ask whether his name would remain associated with the new pool. It took more than a month to receive a response, and only after I sent a second email reminding Council of my original inquiry. Of the seven council members I contacted, only one responded — the Mayor. Unfortunately, the answer was not what I had hoped to hear. The Mayor’s official response stated
that Council had not yet decided whether Harry Church’s name would remain with the new pool. That response is deeply disappointing to our family. It also raises an important question: Is the City considering selling the naming rights to a corporation and, in doing so, removing the name of a person who dedicated decades of his life to Weyburn? If that is the direction Council is considering, I believe our community needs to speak up. There is nothing wrong with corporate sponsorship. New facilities cost a tremendous amount of money, and sponsorship can certainly help. But there are some things that money should not erase. Our community’s history is one of them. Are we prepared to replace the names of people who made significant contributions to Weyburn simply because a corporation is willing to pay for a naming opportunity? What happens next—Tom Zandee Arena or the Tommy Douglas Building becoming something else because someone is willing to buy the naming rights? It seems far too easy these days to
erase the names and stories that connect us to our past. Keeping Harry Church’s name on the pool would cost the City nothing, but it would mean a great deal to our family and, I believe, to many long-time Weyburn residents. It would also give younger generations an opportunity to ask: Who was Harry Church, and why was this facility named after him? That is how local history survives. My grandfather passed away in the 1980s, but his contribution to Weyburn did not disappear with him. The City itself recognized his dedication when his name was placed on the indoor pool in 1990. I sincerely hope City Council will recognize that this is not simply a naming decision. It is a decision about whether Weyburn values and preserves its own history. I hope our City Councillors will come to their senses and do what I believe many of us already know is the right thing to do—keep Harry Church’s name attached to the pool project. Don’t erase our history. Preserve it. Guy Church, Weyburn.
F RO M T H E S I D E L I N E S : Those pros can really sell us stuff
Norm Park/ SaskToday.ca jor issue in that regard. The personalities who have dedicatHoward immediately led me to the ed time and talent to the world of retail work clothing section of the sprawling sales deserve some credit. outlet. Too many people on sales floors, I “I read your complaint about gloves. believe, treat the position as something You probably were using something closto do until another job opportunity sur- er to a gardening glove rather than a work faces. Thus, they do not put their heart glove,” he said, brandishing a pair of cotand talents to the test on sales duties. ton styled gloves for my inspection and They believe they are just putting in time then tossing them back on a glove pile. until something … they’re not sure what, “What you need are these.” will come along to wrest them away. He held up a pair of tan leather heavI believe these folks are missing op- ier duty gloves with wrist protection and portunities and the delights that can ac- a feel of solidarity. company a sincere stab at being a good Naturally he made the sale with a to great sales person. smile and a guarantee. I use as my example a guy named “These gloves will last you 30 years. I Howard. In my books, this guy knew guarantee,” he added. how to sell stuff. Somehow, I believed him. The tone Howard was a partner in a local hard- was sincerely honest and stoked by ware store in my hometown where I laughs. found myself as a local publisher for a As luck would have it that winter I half-dozen years. ploughed out another column about anOf course I pumped out a weekly col- other problem. We had a very unreliable umn because I’m addicted to the key- and, well I’ll say it … crappy can opener. board and in one of them I complained It was one of those models with a dull about damaging a few fingers that are knife like edge. I had wrecked a can the necessary for decent keyboard deploy- night before attempting to use this less ment, because I had lousy work gloves than effective opener. that had betrayed me while I was cutting This time, Howard didn’t arrive at my tree and bush branches in our yard. desk until 2 p.m. the day of publication. The paper hit the streets on Wednes- He must have been busy selling band day just before noon. saws or furnace filters. At 1:15 p.m. that same day Howard But again, it was the same directive appeared in our office and strode toward and I knew I was not allowed to protest. I my desk, informing me I had to come was learning the Howard sales drill prowith him. I objected. I was waiting for cedure. a phone call, in an era when cell phones “You had this,” he showed me a repwere not a real option. lica of our sad can opener. I nodded in “Never mind, come with me,” he in- agreement. sisted. “Eileen can take a message,” he “I could try to sell you an electric suggested of another staff member. opener, but you two don’t need one of So I traipsed after him. Fortunately those, too over the top … not necessary. of Canadians can't spot ouldn’t the trust just anyone hardware store was63% only two doors Thisfake is news. what you need,” he said, selectAccess to truthful news ising under our health. why our trust downSofrom office, so it wasn’t a maan threat. opener with a bold yellow handle
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grip and a roller blade (not unlike what we see in pizza cutters). He displayed how this opener could be snapped down on the can and easily turned with the cutter rolling around the can. “Life time guarantee,” he asserted with a chuckle. “Yours or mine?” I retorted. “We will never know,” he replied. I preferred to pay in cash, but only had about six dollars in my pocket. Howard didn’t mind. He knew where I hung out. No problem. The bill was paid that Friday, no interest charged. Years … decades moved by, along with locations and three years ago I had to say goodbye to those work gloves. They had finally undergone too many digs into dirt and water. I am not known for my physical endeavours in a real labour intensive world, but everything has an expiry date and the left hand glove had wilted and hardened by too much water exposure and the right hand glove sported a worn spot in the palm. But, they had lived up to Howard’s promise well past his stated expiry date. A couple of years ago I heard that Howard had passed away and I did not see an obituary or learn if he had gained a reputation as a super salesman who had chosen retail sales after being engaged
in another entirely different career with the railroad for several years earlier. All I knew is that Howard knew how to sell so this is not a column in praise of can openers. I hope that’s not what you take from this. It’s a tiny tribute to people who have learned the art of the sale. They know how to make the customer or client comfortable and when to press forward or when not to press. They can read their audience of one, two or three people. To me Howard made sure the person came first but wasn’t afraid to apply pressure when he saw the need … i.e. the instant visit to pull me out of the office to look at gloves and can openers. He knew what would work for one potential customer and he did his job as he saw it with a personable style. We still have that can opener and it still works super efficiently and I honestly can’t help it, I smile and utter under my breath a simple “thanks Howard,” as I roll the cutter around the edges of a soup can. This ritual is just so inane, but also sincere in scope. Howard’s lifetime guarantee was spot on. I hope that you too will encounter a few Howards during your shopping adventures. They make the process a lot of fun.
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Red Wings hockey board plan for a successful 2026-2027 season
Submitted The Weyburn Red Wings held their annual general meeting on August 11. Highlights of the last season were provided, in addition to information on community engagement and game-day operations planned for the upcoming 2026-2027 hockey season. According to the sales and marketing report, provided by Ryder Burns, there were 242 season ticket holders last season, which was an increase of 30 from the season before. For the upcoming season, the Red Wings are currently sitting at 114 season ticket holders and that number continues to grow each day. “We tend to see a numerous amount of renewals the week the season starts,” noted Burns. The Red Wings have a new system for season tickets, which allows online sales of game tickets, in addition to the regular in-person sales. This allows fans the ability to purchase tickets in advance for any game during the season. This system is also used for season tickets, giving fans the ability to have their ticket directly on their phone. Community Engage-
ment Last season, the Red Wings worked closely with over 15 different non-profit clubs and organizations who were directly involved at their games or players. Many took part by volunteering, chuck-a-puck contests or had the players involved multiple days a week. As a non-profit ourselves they believe in helping other local community by providing these non-profits the opportunity to set up booths and fundraisers at the games. Their special jersey night continues to be one of our biggest fundraisers for non-profits as it raised $10,500 for Envision Counselling, and they look forward to continuing this fundraiser in the upcoming season. Sponsorship continues to be a vital part of the revenue and community connection for the Red Wings. They continue to grow sponsorships with new businesses and retain many returning and legacy sponsors. These sponsors step up for other events outside of the rink like the annual golf tournament and sports dinner in October to truly show their support.
Swing for Scholarships
Businesses invited to get Tee’d Up for annual golf tourney SaskToday Registration and sponsorship opportunities are now open for the 2026 Swing for Scholarships golf tournament September18 at the TS&M Woodlawn Golf Course in Estevan. A press release for Southeast College states this year’s theme, Tee’d Up for the Trades, invites golfers to show their creativity by dressing as an employee from their favourite trade for a fun and memorable day on the course. The college notes that over the past five years, the event has raised more than $109,000 for student scholarships, thanks in part to matching funds through the Ministry of Advanced Education’s Saskatchewan Innovation and Opportunity Scholarship program. “Proceeds from this event have proven in-
valuable to our students since the tournament’s inception,” said college president and CEO Jody Holzmiller. “We are extremely grateful for the continued community support that has helped ensure the ongoing success of Swing for Scholarships.” First launched in 1999, the Swing for Scholarships tournament has been hosted at courses throughout the college region. It featuring a variety of fun themes that bring together golfers for a day of camaraderie, networking and community spirit. The City of Estevan team has posted the lowest score in each of the past three editions. Golfers, businesses and community partners are invited to register a team or explore sponsorship opportunities by visiting the Southeast College website.
The Weyburn Red Wings new board was inducted during the annual general meeting on August 11. Pictured, l-r, Chad Ror, Tara Lamb, Kennedy Rainey, Tyler Istace, Patrick Grunert, Sandy Photo courtesy Weyburn Red Wings McCormick, Ray Jarvis, Warren Douglas and Tyler Gerry.
SE Steelers win fourth straight title
David Willberg SaskToday.ca The Southeast Steelers dynasty in Canadian women’s fast pitch continues. The Carnduff-based team defeated the host Blackfalds Bandits 4-2 on August 9 to win the Softball Canada Women’s Canadian Fast Pitch Championship for the fourth consecutive year. Coach Darren Hubbard said it feels “pretty special” to win a fourth consecutive title. Superb pitching and really timely hitting proved to be the difference, he said. The Steelers went 7-0 during the round robin, outscoring their opponents 70-11. They opened play August 5 with an 11-0 win over Ontario’s Aurora Diggers and then had one of their closest wins, 4-0 over Equipe Quebec Senior. Then they rattled off four straight convincing wins: 14-1 over the Calgary Black Sox and 122 over the Mississauga Southwest Hurricanes on August 6, and 10-0 over the Calgary Kaizen and 9-1 over the Saskatchewan Prairie Pirates the following day. They wrapped up the
round robin August 8 with a 10-7 win over the Bandits in the first of three meetings between the two teams. They met again in a playoff game between the top two clubs in the round robin, which the Bandits won 4-1 to advance to the final. The loss put the Steelers in the semifinal against Quebec, a game the southeast entry won 5-3 to advance to the final. The game was scoreless until the fifth inning, Hubbard said. “We had lots of hits. We just couldn’t string them together. We’d get a couple an inning, but just couldn’t put three or four together,” said Hubbard, who believes Quebec walked in a couple of Steelers runs, too. In the final, the Steelers scored twice in the third and two more in the fourth. Blackfalds’ two runs came in the bottom of the seventh and final inning off of a home run. Jorde Chartrand struck out 13 batters for the Steelers. Blackfalds and Quebec were the two toughest opponents, he said. “Quebec was really tough. They had some really strong hitters, some really tough hitters. Their
Submitted The Weyburn Minor Football Association is gearing up to start their season with practices starting this week. There is still time to register for those who interested in joining. Whether you’ve played before or your brand new to the sport, they welcome all athletes to join our programs/ They offer programs for eight to nine years in the U10, 10 to 11 years in the U12 and 12 to 13 years in the U14.
All equipment is supplied for athletes aside from girdles, socks and cleats as a part of their registration fees. U14 teams will travel to Estevan, Swift Current and Moose Jaw. U12 teams will travel to Estevan, Assiniboia and Moose Jaw. U10 will have three Jamborees - one in Moose Jaw, one in Moose Jaw and one hosted in Weyburnl. U13 and U14 teams will also play home games at Brent Allin Field.
pitching wasn’t terrible, either. We just happened to find a way to get a rally, and once we get a rally, we’re pretty hard to stop once everyone gets on a roll,” said Hubbard. The Blackfalds team has a really strong pitcher who is also likely their best hitter, he said, and the Bandits line-up was deep. “We found a way to beat them after losing to them in the 1-2 game. We had a little burr under our saddle that all the ladies wanted to extract and get a little bit of revenge as quickly as possible,” said Hubbard. They faced that strong Blackfalds pitcher in the final two meetings. In the final, Hubbard said they chased her by the end of the fourth inning. Six or seven players have been on the club for all four championships, Hubbard said. Three or four more have been there
for three titles, and just one was on the Steelers for the first time. Hubbard said the experience is an “immense” help. “Games like that where you don’t have any runs until the fifth inning, they just know sooner or later it’s going to happen. Nobody panics. There’s no pressure. Nobody is squeezing the bat extra hard or afraid to kick a ball in the field. The experience comes through in the end,” said Hubbard. He believes the Steelers have the largest fan base of any team other than the host. Fifty to 60 Steeler supporters travelled to watch the tournament, and hundreds follow the team on the GameChanger app. “It’s a small-town team. That’s the way it’s always been. When it started out 30 years ago, it was all local girls with local fan support, and it’s carried through right to today.”
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Jorde Chartrand of Weyburn won the MVP award in the qualifying round and the top player award after pitching a complete game, while competing with the Southeast Steelers at the 2026 Canadian Women’s Fastpitch Championships. Photo courtesy of Caroline Chartrand
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Manya created a bracelet during Mood Makers held at the Weyburn Public LIbrary on August 13. Mood Makers will close this Thursday, with their Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review last program of the summer.
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Halloween in the Park
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
A Spook-tacular time was enjoyed by families during the Halloween in the Park held at Nickle Lake Regional Park on August 15. Many campsites were decorated during the evening, as families trick-and-treated in costumes. As the season starts to wind up for Nickle Lake, families are reminded that the last day of programs at the Beavers Den will be Saturday, August 22, when the Weyburn Public Library will host their mobile program at 10 a.m. No registration needed, a park pass is required. Photos courtesy Darren Wheeler/ Nickle Lake Regional Park
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