Families and youth summer camps escaped the heat with a dip at the Weyburn Leisure Centre outdoor pool.
HEALTH SURVEY
Statistics Canada hosts mobile site in Weyburn
Submitted Approximately 850 households in Weyburn will be randomly selected to participate in the Canadian Health Measures Survey (CHMS), a national survey conducted by Statistics Canada. The CHMS knows that having
accurate information about the health of Canadians is a vital part of improving health care in Canada. That’s why, 18 years ago, Statistics Canada partnered with the Public Health Agency of Canada and Health Canada on the Canadian Health Measures Survey.
The data from this survey are used by researchers to further understand the relationship between disease risk factors and risk conditions such as obesity, hypertension, cardiovascular disease and more.
It also sheds light on illnesses and enables health professionals to be better prepared for public health challenges.
The CHMS is now conducting its eighth cycle and 16 locations across Canada have been selected to participate in the survey.
As a part of this survey, a temporary examination centre will be set up in the parking lot of the Tom Zandee Sports Arena
in Weyburn from July 22 to August 26, 2026, for respondents to participate in direct physical measures (i.e., blood pressure, biospecimen collection, etc.), after they have completed an interview at their home.
They encourage the participation of all those selected, to help us complete an accurate portrait of the health of Canadians.
Confidentiality and security
Statistics Canada takes the privacy of Canadians very seriously. All personal information they collect is strictly protected and anonymized; making it impossible to connect data that is made public to survey participants.
TATAGWA TREE DAY SPOTS OPEN
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The City of Weyburn will host its annual Tatagwa Tree Day on August 8, with the goal to plant approximately 150 trees along the Tatagwa Trail System. Registration is open with 50 spots available for individuals or families. Registration forms are available online at weyburn.ca.
Tatagwa Tree Day is funded by Sask Lotteries through the Association of Saskatchewan Urban Parks and Conservation Agencies (ASUPCA) and the City of Weyburn. The event takes place in the open land east of Creekside Way, which is the location for future development of the Tatagwa Trail System.
Planting takes place along the Signal Hill Walking Trail and begins at 9 a.m. Holes will be dug prior by the City Parks department. A barbecue and refreshments will be provided, with a draw prize to conclude the event around 12 p.m.
Parking is available in the area and attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and water to relax and remain hydrated.
The Tatagwa Parkway is 180 acres of urban conservation park adjacent to the Souris River and meanders through the city. Tatagwa Tree Day promotes the benefits of trees within the community which include environmental, aesthetic, economic and social advantages.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Community News
Police charge two men, seize 4.3 kilograms of opium
SaskToday
The Weyburn Police Service (WPS) has announced charges against two people following a drug bust in the city on July 17.
In a news release, the WPS said its Criminal Investigation and Drug Enforcement Unit - with the assistance of the Weyburn Police Service Patrol Section, the Winnipeg Police Service and the Canada Border Services Agencyhas concluded an investigation into the importation and trafficking of opium.
According to the WPS, on July 17, investigators arrested a 30-yearold Weyburn man and a 50-year-old man from the United Kingdom. During the investigation, search warrants were executed at a residence and a hotel room in Weyburn.
As a result of those searches, the WPS said police seized approximately 4.3 kilograms of suspected opium, approximately $4,000 in Canadian currency, and additional evidence
believed to be related to the importation and trafficking of controlled substances.
The WPS said Gurmukh Singh of Weyburn has been charged with possession of opium for the purpose of trafficking; trafficking opium; importing opium; possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000; smuggling; and false declaration of goods.
Surinder Singh Sanghera of the U.K. has been charged with possession of opium for the purpose of trafficking; trafficking opium; and possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000. Both accused were remanded into custody. They are scheduled to appear in Weyburn Provincial Court on July 23.“This investigation highlights the strong collaborative efforts between municipal, federal and partner law enforcement agencies in disrupting the importation and trafficking of illicit drugs into our communities,” said the WPS.
Boundary Dam CCS online for most of second quarter despite planned shutdown
SaskToday
During the second quarter of 2026 from April 1-June 30, the carbon capture and storage (CCS) facility at the Boundary Dam Power Station was available 67.16 per cent
of the time, capturing 113,054 tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2).
While online during the second quarter, the facility had a daily average capture rate of 2,186 tonnes, with a peak one-day capture of 2,604 tonnes, SaskPower said. This resulted in an emissions intensity of 405 tonnes of CO2 per gigawatt hour, below that carbon tax threshold of 549 tonnes.
According to SaskPower, the lower output for this quarter was a result of the planned annual maintenance outage of Unit 3 at the Boundary
Dam Power Station/CCS that began in late May. This overhaul included work such as:
Packing changes in the sulphur dioxide (SO2) and CO2 absorber towers;
• Chemical cleans;
• Desiccant replacement for the CO2 dehydrator units;
• Inspections and repairs of the CCS cooling tower; and
• Other general maintenance and repair activities.
The CCS facility and BD3 have returned to service and resumed carbon capture, SaskPower said.
Unit 3 at Boundary Dam was online 55.6 per cent of the time during the
quarter, SaskPower said, below the target of 80 per cent. The target for CCS is to be online 75 per cent of the time.
The acid plant was available 57.7 per cent of the time, which was also below the target of 70 per cent. No sulphide acid was produced during the quarter; the target is 1,250 tonnes.
SaskPower reported that in the first six months of the year, 345,863 tonnes of CO2 were captured. Since the facility came online in October 2014, 7,673,731 tonnes of CO2 have been captured.
The Soo Line Cruisers donated $2,335 to Weyburn Special Olympics. The funds were raised from their annual Show and Shine Car Show in June. Picture, l-r, Jason Hill, Jarrod Stroeder, Ali Klippenstine and Chad Barnes.
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Harrison and Henry skipped through spray features at the Young Fellows Spray Park. Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Community News
Participants played hide-and-seek with a parachute during the
at Knox Hall last week. Back
Cooper, Remey, Enzo, Tatum and Ben.
Course
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SaskToday Organizations across southeast Saskatchewan are invited to participate in an opportunity to better understand, measure and showcase their impact on the economy.
The Saskatchewan Economic Development Alliance (SEDA), in partnership with the Shorefast Institute for Place-Based Economies, is bringing the Economic Nutrition CM Certification Program to southeast Saskatchewan – one of the first regional cohorts in Canada. This initiative is sponsored by Community Futures Sunrise.
A press release said CM helps organizations uncover the story behind their spending. Modelled after a food nutrition label, the certification translates complex financial and supply chain data into a simple, credible format that shows where an organization’s spending goes and how it supports local businesses, jobs and communities. Over a three-month
Structure fire in city under investigation
SaskToday
A residential fire in Weyburn on July 17 required a large and lengthy response from Weyburn firefighters.
In a press release, the WFD said it was dispatched to a structure fire in the 500-block of Fifth Street at 9:02 a.m.
“Crews encountered significant fire conditions, with flames extending through the roof, requiring an initial defensive response and the use of aerial streams,” the WFD said in the news release.
One person was already outside the residence and receiving care from EMS when fire department arrived. The WFD said it commends the “brave” actions of Weyburn Police Service (WPS) officers and local residents who assisted at the scene.
Four fire units and 16 responders were involved
teach businesses about economic impact
facilitated cohort, participating organizations will receive hands-on support to analyze their spending patterns, identify opportunities to strengthen supplier relationships, and earn a certified Economic Nutrition CM Label based on their actual spending data.
“The choices organiza tions make every day about where they spend their dollars can have a signifi cant impact on local econ omies,” said SEDA CEO Verona Thibault. “Econom ic Nutrition CM gives busi nesses and organizations a practical way to understand that impact while provid ing a powerful tool to com municate their commitment to community prosperity.”
The press release stat ed participants will gain valuable insights into their purchasing and sup ply chains while earning a certification they can proudly showcase on their websites, social media channels, marketing ma terials, proposals and com munity communications.
The news release said
ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET
10:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday to Sunday
the program is open to businesses, non-profit organizations, municipalities and public sector organizations interested in strengthening their operations, demonstrating their impact and building stronger connections within their commun-
• Identifying opportunities to strengthen supplier relationships;
• Gaining insights to support business resilience and decision-making;
• Earning a certified Economic Nutrition CM Label;
The press release stated the cohort represents a “rare” opportunity for organizations in southeast Saskatchewan to join a growing movement focused on building stronger, more resilient local economies.
Applications are open
in the response, the WFD said. Additional personnel remained on standby at the fire hall with support from the Yellow Grass Fire Department.
The fire was brought under control at 10:19 a.m., the WFD said. Crews remained on scene until approximately 5:30 p.m. to complete fire suppression operations and monitor the structure for remaining hot spots. Provincial investigators arrived at that time.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Further information will be shared once available.
Rainforest Falls vacation bible school
row, l-r, Avaan, Catherine, Ryand and Adam. Front row
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Agriculture, Oil & Business
Improved crop development across southeast area
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Warmer temperatures and the accumulation of heat units contributed to improved crop development across much of the province, according to the crop report for the period of July 7 to 13.
Many producers are hoping for additional heat and favourable weather in the coming weeks to further advance crop growth and improve field conditions. Producers continue to monitor crops for pests and diseases while preparing for the upcoming harvest season.
Precipitation levels reported within the region are currently adequate to support crop development and maintain overall crop conditions.
The relatively warm weather reported across the region has improved the topsoil moisture conditions over the past week.
Cropland topsoil moisture: 12 per cent surplus; 87 per cent adequate; and one per cent short.
Hayland topsoil moisture: eight per cent surplus; 91 per cent adequate; and one per cent short.
Pasture topsoil moisture: six per cent surplus;
92 per cent adequate; and two per cent short.
Most crops within the region are reported at the normal stages of development for this time of year. Oilseeds and spring cereals are estimated to be slightly behind their normal development stages, reflecting the impact of regional growing conditions.
Crop conditions across the region are predominantly rated as good to fair, with some areas also reporting excellent conditions. Poor conditions appear to be minimal.
Haying operations continue across the region as weather and field conditions permit. To date, 20 per cent of the hay crop has been cut, with three per cent baled or put up as silage. Hay quality is rated as nine per cent excellent, 84 per cent good and seven per cent fair. Moderate to minor crop damage was reported in some areas due to excess rain. Additionally, localized crop damage over the past week was attributed to hail and gopher activity. Producers continue to monitor fields for aphids and cabbage seedpod weevil populations.
Op-Ed: Canada Post and the shuttering of newspapers
Submitted by Paul Deegan
The shuttering of Winnipeg’s Community Review means 200,000 households will no longer get the benefit of a free community newspaper delivered to their door. It also means that more than 800 people who deliver the paper and their families will be affected. This is an unforced error that never should have happened. How did we get here?
The answer is complex.
First, there is a high degree of concentration in the flyer printing market in Canada. Montreal-based TC Transcontinental enjoys the dominant position in the marketplace thanks, in part, to a 2012 Competition Bureau-approved asset swap.
Second, municipal and provincial politicians have passed environmental regulations, however wellintentioned, have unintend-
ed consequences. Former Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante passed a municipal bylaw that led to the end of distribution of Publisac (a plastic bag with flyers and a community newspaper).
Several provinces, including Manitoba, have imposed extended producer responsibility levies on printed newspapers. Ontario’s Premier Doug Ford made the wise decision to exempt newspapers from this kind of stealthy journalism job-killing tax in his province.
Third, Canada Post is the biggest culprit. TC Transcontinental, which had distributed Publisac doorto-door in Quebec, formed a strategic partnership with Canada Post, which as a Crown corporation was not beholden to municipal bylaws. They bypassed Mayor Plante’s new regulation by distributing a curated bundle of flyers called Raddar through the national postal service. Unlike Publisac, Raddar did not include a community newspaper. On the sidelines of this saga, news publisher Métro Média and its more than 30 hyperlocal publications — including 17 print newspapers – shut down.
In partnership with Canada Post, TC Transcontinental recently expanded its
Raddar offering across Canada. It is understood that Canada Post – which has a mandate to “charge postage rates that are fair and reasonable” – is offering TC Transcontinental rates below what it is offering to community newspapers. To its own benefit, the Crown corporation has effectively shut community newspapers – their private sector rivals – out of flyer distribution, lessening competition substantially in that market.
This is not the first time community newspaper publishers have felt the squeeze of Canada Post in the flyer distribution market. As of January 2024, community newspapers with commercial inserts were no longer exempt from Canada Post’s Consumers’ Choice program, which allows Canadians to opt out of receiving ‘junk mail’. Canada Post made that decision without stakeholder consultation or economic/social impact analysis and failed to recognize that community newspapers – with or without an insert – are not ‘junk mail’; they are a social good.
The juxtaposition of the shuttering of Winnipeg’s Community Review at the same time as the revelation of $30.8 million in bonuses at Canada Post has not been
lost on community newspaper publishers across Canada.
What should
Ottawa do about it?
First, Joël Lightbound, the Minister responsible for Canada Post, should ensure the Crown corporation is treating community newspapers fairly and offering them comparable pricing to what it offers to TC Transcontinental.
Second, the House of Commons Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage should conduct hearings into the role Canada Post can play in the sustainability of community newspapers – ensuring the relationship is one of partnership, rather than predatory and parasitic.
When a community loses a newspaper, like Winnipeg’s Community Review or Métro Média’s publications in Quebec, the information vacuum can lead to people getting their news from less than reliable sources – like AI and social media – which can create division that drives people apart. Without a check on local government, corruption, mismanagement, and wasteful spending often flourish, which can result in higher municipal taxes and borrowing costs. It was not foreign Big
Tech monopolists like Google and Meta that caused Manitoba’s largest community newspaper to shutter. It was Canada Post.
And it’s not like we weren’t warned…
Thirty years ago, in his review of Canada Post’s mandate, George Radwanski recommended that postal service get out of delivering unaddressed junk mail (i.e., flyers), concluding that the Crown corporation engaged in inappropriate practices that created unfair competition for private businesses like community newspapers.
As a former Toronto Star editor-in-chief, Radwanski knew the news business. He noted that Canada Post was actively siphoning advertising revenue away from the news industry and adroitly cautioned that the state-granted mail delivery monopoly should not be in the business of crippling the financial health of newspapers.
A healthy democracy demands a healthy community news media ecosystem. Let’s level the playing field and restore competition in the flyer distribution market before more community newspapers shutter.
Paul Deegan is president and CEO of News Media Canada.
Owen White was the first volunteer to stand as an Honour Guard at the Memorial Park Cenotaph. The 24-hour event was in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Legion on July 17.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Editorial & Opinion
Police respond to disturbances
The Weyburn Police Service responded to 100 calls for service during the week of July 12-19, 2026.
Motor Vehicle Collision
Police responded to a report of a pickup truck striking a light standard at the intersection of First Avenue and 16th Street on July 18. The investigation determined that the male driver had possibly fallen asleep while operating the vehicle, causing it to leave the roadway and collide with the light standard. Drugs and alcohol were not considered factors in the collision, and the driver did not sustain any injuries.
Domestic, Neighbours and Business Disturbances
Officers responded to numerous domestic, neighbour, and business disturbance complaints throughout the week. Through the use of de-escalation techniques, communication, and mediation, officers were able to successfully resolve each incident without the need for arrests or criminal charges.
The Weyburn Police Service also responded to a significant number of mental health-related calls and provided assistance to local medical facilities. Prompt police response and intervention played an important role in stabilizing these situations and helping prevent incidents from escalating into criminal matters.
A Reminder About Online Comments
The Weyburn Police Service recognizes that social media is an important platform for community discussion, and we respect the public’s right to express opinions and engage in respectful dialogue.
We encourage everyone to think before posting online. Healthy debate and differing opinions are a normal part of public discussion, however, comments that include threats, harassment, intimida-
tion, hate speech, or the sharing of false or private information about others are never appropriate.
Respectful online engagement includes:
• Sharing opinions in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Asking questions or seeking clarification.
• Discussing issues without attacking individuals.
• Disagreeing with ideas rather than resorting to personal insults. Comments that may cross the line include:
• Threats of violence or encouraging others to commit violence.
• Harassment, bullying, or repeated targeting of an individual.
• Hate speech directed at identifiable groups.
• Sharing another person’s personal information without consent.
• Making false accusations that could harm another person’s reputation.
Individuals should remember that online comments are not anonymous. Content posted on social media can have lasting consequences and, in some circumstances, may result in a police investigation or legal action.
The Weyburn Police Service encourages everyone to help create a respectful online community. Before posting, consider whether your comment is respectful, truthful, and contributes positively to the conversation. By treating one another with courtesy and respect - both online and offline - we can continue to build a safer and stronger community for all.
Anyone with information regarding these incidents, or any other matter of a criminal nature, is encouraged to contact the Weyburn Police Service at (306) 848-3250, the local RCMP Detachment at 310-RCMP (7267), or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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Who wants to be rich, and how to get there
Norm Park/ SaskToday.ca
Okay, that’s not fair. Spoiler alert: I have no idea how you can become rich, and next to nil about wealth management. I just wrote that headline to attract your attention.
But now that I might have it for a few minutes, let’s try to figure out what and who represents big money these days.
I mean come on. It used to be easy to find out who was ahead in the moneychasing game. If someone attained the status of being a millionaire, well, they had arrived in the upper echelons of the financial world, at least in North America.
Now it appears a person claiming a million dollars in capital and collateral is simply regarded as being in a middle class comfort zone. The super-wealthy folks seem to be running free these days.
As a kid, if I heard of a person associated with the term millionaire, I would be in awe, believing he or she was to be admired and respected for their astute management of money and assets.
Now, it appears that to be considered truly rich in terms of monetary assets, the top five or 10 per cent need to claim a few billion to qualify for entry into even the lower level of the wealth gathering hall of fame.
So the question becomes when the average Joe or Jill is working for a billionaire and billion-dollar company, and hoping for a two per cent hike in salary within the next 10 months, where does financial reality kick in? Hiking them up the salary grid just a bit to help them make payments on the truck, home, kids’ needs or food, is a noble gesture from the bigger richer decision makers. Or is it?
It used to be that when the owners and top ranking managers and administrators were making about 200 times more than their middle-ranking employees, it was to be noticed and perhaps some questions raised regarding fairness. After all, the big shots with the big bucks got to enjoy taxation loopholes, offshore tax havens, shares in the company that didn’t need to be accounted for (just yet), or performance bonuses. Even if the company didn’t grow, the top guns still got the bonus, and so on. Often they aren’t any smarter than the average employee when it comes to general knowledge.
In today’s wealth creating world, we understand the big wigs now rake in about 800 times more than the average Jill and Joe working for them.
In other words, financial fairness appears to have stumbled significantly.
Millionaires can still gain major traction, let alone the billionaires, while the panting public servant, customer service representative or cashier in the trenches simply has to trust that eventually the big guys on the 10th or 30th floor will see fit to toss them a few coins to keep them interested. Protective union membership has shrunk over the years with collective united voices now appearing to be failing. Unionism has become a diminishing call for help. The biggies learned how to distract, diminish and even eliminate
union memberships long ago. It’s called intimidation, and it works.
Now the new world order sees the billionaire community with their yachts, jets and mansions seeking public approval for their largess. They appear to be anxious to gain credit and attention by making significant donations to charitable causes and that most often does not include their entrenched employees on the front line. They seek the publicity that goes with millions being handed over to what is usually considered worthy causes and we all know what those causes are. They are often the ones seeking those $19 to $30 monthly donations from the working class.
But the big boys and girls can give them millions and while that appears worthy on the surface, if one digs into the financial details of some of these worthy causes, you may find that less than 40 per cent of that multi-million dollar donation from the big guys, goes toward the declared purpose and the overwhelming majority of that donation ends up with the charity’s administration gurus, not the field workers. I have visited with people who have spent years on the international volunteer front and they can confirm that reality. But to be fair, there are also many charitable agencies that do play by the undeclared, but acceptable principles and keep their administration costs at a reasonable 10-25 per cent.
So, sometimes it’s the visible big shots playing the money storage game, giving a good portion of it to other big people at the top rung while stinging the field workers and volunteers. It can be a sad game on the charitable front too.
So when you hear of a big-time billionaire spending millions in a developing country, you may also want to look sideways at what is really happening. In other words, are that billionaire’s several thousand employees being treated fairly, evenly and with paycheques that help them fight inevitable inflation?
What if they would agree to pay taxes of 20 per cent? Perhaps the governments receiving those funds might be able to arrange for proper child care, education systems, medical care et al.
But wait … we also must be aware that when we are talking about sending dollars to government agencies, we are, once again, maybe stumbling into another hall of inefficiencies and wasteful use of resources. That’s probably one excuse the billionaires have used to avoid paying taxes in the first place. They might be saying, “Why give those goofballs millions when they don’t even know how to build highways or day care centres?” So again, it may be a case of giving money away to another agency that doesn’t know how to follow the general rules of fairness.
I honestly don’t envy those who are responsible for building a billionaire status. I’m having fun just working on trying to get out of that hundredaire zone of wealth management, trusting that I’ll eventually reach that coveted thousandaire level. Fingers crossed.
Sports & Leisure
Most deserving official award won by Bryan Fleck
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Weyburn hockey official Bryan Fleck received recognition from Hockey Saskatchewan, as the recipient of the Most Deserving Official Award for Zone One.
Hockey Saskatchewan’s Officiating Development Program (ODP) credited the continued strength of officiating across the province to the individuals who dedicate their time to working games, mentoring officials, administering programs, and supporting development opportunities at all levels of the game.
Hockey Saskatchewan recognized four officials from southern Zones One through Four as recipients of the Most Deserving Official Award for the 2025-26 season. The award recognizes individuals whose long-term contributions have helped strengthen officiating within their communities and throughout the provincial development pathway.
In addition to earning their respective zone honours, all four recipients have also been nominated as Saskatchewan’s representatives for Hockey Canada’s Most Deserving Official Award, which will be announced later this year.
After spending time as
both a player and coach, Bryan Fleck transitioned into officiating in 2019 and has quickly become one of the most respected officials in Zone 1. Fleck has consistently made himself available to work games at all levels throughout Weyburn and surrounding communities while continuing to develop as an official. He credits much of his growth to the officiating partners he has worked alongside over the years, but he has also embraced a leadership role in mentoring younger officials in the area.
Whether through coaching, guidance, or simply leading by example on the ice, Fleck has helped younger officials develop both their skills and passion for officiating. That influence has extended throughout the region, including to his daughter Marlie and many other developing officials in Weyburn and surrounding communities.
The Hockey Saskatchewan Officiating Development Program (ODP) is committed to enhancing officiating standards across all levels of hockey in the province. Through recruitment, education, and support, opportunities are provided for officials to excel and contribute to the vibrant hockey community in Saskatchewan.
Most promising official award won by Matthew Dutchak
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Weyburn hockey official Matthew Dutchak was recognized by Hockey Saskatchewan with receiving a Southern Zone most promising official award.
Hockey Saskatchewan’s Officiating Development Program (ODP) continued to prioritize the development of officials and support their advancement through the officiating pathway. Each season, the program recognizes four officials with the Most Promising Official Award, presented to younger officials who demonstrate the potential to advance to higher levels of hockey.
The provincial recognition alternates annually between northern Zones Five through Eight and southern Zones One through Four. The four award winners have also been nominated as Saskatchewan’s representatives for Hockey Canada’s Most Promising Official Award.
Hockey Saskatchewan is pleased to recognize the
Silver Seals host South Semi-Finals
The Weyburn Silver Seals hosted the Swim Saskatchewan South Semi-Finals at the Leisure Centre on July 18.
The following are results for top three finishes:
Females aged 7 to 8
Ayza Manzoor won first in the 25 m butterfly, 50 m breaststroke, second in the 25 m breaststroke and 100 m individual medley, and third in the 25 m freestyle.
Ellie Roysuum won third in the 50 m backstroke.
Males aged 7 to 8
Lucho Martija won third in the 50 m backstroke.
Males aged 9 to 10
Beau Gateman won third in the 100 m backstroke.
Hudson Muhr won second in the 100 m back-
stroke and 50 m butterfly.
Ishanne Kir Subna-en won first in the 100 m backstroke, 50 m butterfly, 100 m breaststroke; second in the 100 IM and third in 100 m freestyle.
Females aged 11 to 12
Milly Ho won first in the 50 m backstroke and third in the 100 m freestyle.
Elizabeth Wig won third in the 100 m backstroke and the 100 m breaststroke.
Females aged 13 to 14
Kassandra Madriaga won first in the 50 m breaststroke.
Elin Mia won third in the 100 m butterfly.
Sakoda Seitz won second in the 200 m freestyle and third in the 50 m butterfly.
Alexandra Jose won second in the 100 m backstroke, third in the 200 m freestyle.
Breanna Torkelson won third in 100 m backstroke.
Shay Warren won first in the 50 m butterfly and 200 m individual medley, and second in the 100 m freestyle, 200 m breaststroke and 50 m freestyle.
Males aged 13 to 14
Russell Brock won second in 50 m backstroke and 100 m backstroke; third in the 200 m freestyle.
Nikolas Niolin won first in the 100 m backstroke, second in the 100 m breaststroke and 100 m freestyle and third in the 50 m butter-
fly and 50 m freestyle.
Zane Warren won first in the 200 m freestyle, 100 m freestyle, 50 m butterfly and 200 m individual medley and second in the 25 m butterfly.
Females aged 15 to 17
Avryelle Molnar won first in the 100 m butterfly and 50 m freestyle, second in the 50 m butterfly and 100 m freestyle and third in the 50 m backstroke.
Males aged 15 to 17
Jacob Gill won first in the 50 m butterfly, 100 m breaststroke, 50 m backstroke, 50 m freestyle and 50 m breaststroke.
Nash Warren won second in 200 m backstroke.
Gladmar Braves repeat as champions
Submitted by Richard Wick
2025-26 recipients and looks forward to following their continued development within the officiating pathway.
Dutchak has steadily progressed through the minor hockey ranks in recent seasons and was rewarded with several league playoff and provincial assignments during the 2025-26 season. His strong performance also earned him his Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) debut. Now 23 years old, Dutchak began officiating in 2016 and continues to play senior hockey as a goaltender while remaining active as an official throughout Weyburn and the surrounding area. A product of the strong mentorship and support network within the local officiating community, Dutchak has consistently demonstrated that he is ready for new opportunities and increased responsibility. His growth and commitment to development position him well for continued advancement in the years ahead.
The Gladmar Braves repeated as the Borderline Men’s Fastball League championship playoff tournament held at Ceylon Regional Park on July 19. The Braves went undefeated through the two day playoff tournament defeated the Plentywood/Midale Jays 107 in the final game.
Ryder Tessier of the Gladmar Braves repeated
as top pitcher of the tourney by pitching three complete games in each of his team’s victories on the weekend.
Josh Woitas of the Braves hit three home runs in the final game and was named the tournament’s most valuable player. A special thank you is extended to the judges who attended all the games at the tournament and selected those two tournament award winners.
Dustin Pingert of the
Ceylon Angels, as voted on by the teams, was awarded the 2026 Most Sportsmanlike Player of the league for the season.
The Ceylon Angels, who went undefeated through the regular season and finished first place in the 2026 league standings, were awarded the 2026 Borderline League Pennant Trophy. The Angels did an outstanding job of hosting the two day event at the Ceylon Regional Park
and the league extends congratulations and thanks to them and to their many volunteers for their efforts.
With the 63nd consecutive season of the league now complete, the league would like to thank the teams and their players and coaches, the umpires, and the fans for another great season of fast-pitch softball. We hope to see everyone again, and maybe more, for season number 64 in 2027.
The Gladmar Braves repeated as the Borderline Men’s Fastball League champions and went undefeated through a two-day tournament last weekend. Back row, l-w, Eric
Dane Tessier, Isaac Woitas, Joseph Woitas,
row,
Persephone Wilson, front, competed in the South Semi-Finals for speed swimming hosted by the Weyburn Silver Seals at the Leisure Centre on July 18.
Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Fettes, Jett Woitas,
John Hlvaka, Ryder Tessier and Josh Hlvaka. Front
Jace Woitas, Gavin Doud, Brayden Fladeland, Dax Floer (bat boy), Rylan Fladeland, Josh Woitas and Mike Floer.
Photo courtesy of Richard Wick
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The Kamsack Times is hiring a Local Journalism Initiative (LJI) Reporter to produce original civic journalism for Kamsack; Cote, Keeseekoose and The Key First Nations; and surrounding towns. Job is a term position until March 31, 2027. Apply with cover letter and three writing samples to Devan Tasa at dtasa@tasamedia.ca.
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With a mighty splash, young children enjoyed playing at the River Park Spray Park during a warm afternoon recently. Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
