The Weyburn Review
City celebrates homegrown excellence WALK OF FAME
Sabrina Kraft Weyburn Review
The City of Weyburn inducted two new names to its Walk of Fame this month, honouring the achievements and hometown ties of Jason Bohn and James K. Hill.
“This year’s inductees exemplify the spirit, ambition and values that define our community,” said Councillor Laura Morrissette, Chair of the Walk of Fame Committee. “We are honoured to celebrate Jason and James, not only for their accomplishments on the national and international stage, but for the pride they continue to show in their Weyburn roots.”
Jason Bohn, inducted in the Arts and Entertainment category, was born and raised in Weyburn, where his early passion for the arts shone through band, drama, and even a stint as “Captain United” for Communithon.
After moving to Saskatoon in 1996, he began his career as a production trainee and rose to become a respected First Assistant Director and member of the Directors Guild of Canada. With credits on numerous film and television productions—including work with Netflix, Hallmark, and Lionsgate—Bohn has remained in Saskatchewan, contributing to
the growth of the province’s film industry and mentoring future filmmakers through Creative Saskatchewan. Today, filmmaking is a family pursuit, with both his wife and son in the industry.
“I’ll tell you a little bit about what I’ve done to get me here. So a long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, I caught a theatre bug directing a play here in the junior high.
That followed me through high school,” said Bohn. “I found it was fairly easy for me to speak and perform in front of groups of people. When school projects were due, I’d grab a video camera and make movies instead of essays or posters. It’s just what I always loved to do.”
“It was a fun way to express yourself and your opinions, and thankfully, I usually got good grades, so I kept doing it. As far back as I remember, I always enjoyed watching movies. I would always stay in the theatre until all the credits were finished rolling by.”
I never had any idea what any of those positions meant or what they did, but someone was doing it, whatever it was, to create that thing that had just taken me to space or made me laugh or cry. One of my first memories is
actually seeing E.T. in the building that used to be right there, the Soo Theatre, when I was five, and I wanted to be Elliot, riding a bike past the moon with a cute little alien, because who didn’t, really? Years later, when I was in Saskatoon, a friend of a friend of a friend was working at a company, and they were about to make one of the first movies shot there. So I asked how I could work on it.”
I called the production manager. They ran me through all the departments they were hiring for and all the positions at the end of the movie that I had no idea about. She told me about grips, electrics, the technical jobs, and then she mentioned a trainee assistant director,” added Bohn.
“I was working on set with the assistant director team under the director with the actors, and it sounded perfect for me. I jumped in, not sure what I was getting into, and what I was getting into was 18-hour days making $300 a week, and I fell in love with it, and it turned into the career I’ve been fortunate enough to still be doing for almost 30 years now. Luckily, I make a little bit more than that, and I’m no longer a trainee.”
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CHAMBER PARADE SET FOR JULY 3
Enjoy the summer weather with the annual Chamber of Commerce Summer Parade, set for Thursday, July 3, starting at 10:30 a.m. Businesses or organizations who want to have a float in the parade can still register, with the deadline at noon on July 2.
The 2025 Summer Parade is for all businesses, organizations and citizens of Weyburn to enjoy and participate in. Entry is free and it a great way to promote a local business or organization.
Line-up for the parade will start on July 3 at 9:30 a.m., with floats gathering at Fifth Street and Fifth Avenue. There will be a Chamber parade representative waiting at the beginning of the line-up to direct floats to their spot. All entries will be judged prior to the parade, so the Chamber reminds float participants to arrive at the designated time.
From the start line, the parade heads south on Fifth Street, and it will go west on First Avenue, turning south on Second Street. It will immeediately turn east on Prairie Avenue, and go south through the downtown core on Third Street. The parade will then turn west on Railway Avenue, and then proceed north on Second Street, before turning west on Bison Avenue and concluding in the Weyburn Exhibition Grounds.
For more information, or questions, residents can contact the Weyburn Chamber office at 306842-4798, or visit www. weyburnchamber.com to register online.
Two new plaques were added the Walk of Fame at Weyburn City Hall, honouring the achievements and hometown ties of inductees Jason Bohn and James K. Hill. Picture left to right, Mayor Jeff Richards, Dale Renz, Karla Kennedy, Jason Bohn, James Hill, Councillor. Laura Morrissette and Jerry Ponto.
- Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Community News
Weyburn welcomes new deputy fire chief Michael Wock
Sara Parks SaskToday.ca
The Weyburn Fire Department has a new deputy fire chief, and for Michael Wock, the role is the culmination of years of handson emergency experience, both in firefightng and the oil industry.
After 24 years working in the oil patch, Wock decided it was time for a career change.
“With the current state of the oil patch, I made the decision to move to a more secure career,” he said. “I went through watching some mergers and a number of my peers getting laid off, so for me, it was the right time to
pursue firefighting.”
Wock’s background in high-pressure oilfield environemnts has prepared him well for the demands of firefighting.
“It’s a very safety-driven, and a lot of times, you’re responding to high-pressure situations.”
Now, as deputy chief, Wock will help oversee fire protection in a city with its own unique challenges.
“We have a lot of traffic, so MVCs [motor vehicle collisions] are high. In the summer months you have lots of potential for grass fires. The oil and gas sector also plays a role.”
Wock, who has served
as a paid-on-call firefighter for nearly 14 years in Naples City, Utah, and Estevan, said he doesn’t see gaps in Weyburn’s fire service so much as opportunities to strengthen an already strong team.
“I come from leadership and teamwork,” he said. “There’s a strong team in Weyburn, so I just want to build on that and integrate myself into it.”
When he’s not on duty, Wock enjoys spending downtime with his wife and dog.
“We enjoy the outdoors, just hanging out, going for walks, and enjoying our downtime when we get it,” he said.
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Special tribute made to Coun. Michel at Walk of Fame
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“As mentioned, I’m the first assistant director. I lead my department. I work closely with the director, the producers, the director of photography, the cast,” said Bohn.
“While we’re shooting, I run the set, ensuring we get all the shots we need on time and on budget. I feel very fortunate to be able to do something I truly love. Every day is something different.”
“My family now has foolishly decided to follow me on this path of film and television. It’s not all stars and magic, but it sure feels like it most times. We always got to bring my kids and my family on as extras, and now, you know, they’ve all had jobs and positions in the film industry as well, and they’re
doing amazing.”
James K. Hill, inducted in the Business and Industry category, is a Canadian diplomat whose 35-year career with the Department of External Affairs has taken him around the world. A Weyburn native and University of Saskatchewan graduate, Hill has served in the Middle East, Europe, and Central America, including a posting as Ambassador to Costa Rica. In leadership roles with Global Affairs Canada, he has advanced Canada’s economic ties in complex regions.
Most recently, as Consul General in Atlanta, he helped mark the 50th anniversary of the U.S./Canada partnership—inviting fellow Weyburnite Tenille Arts to perform. Though his work spans the globe, Hill’s pride in his hometown remains strong.
quickly discovered that whether it was in Ottawa or any place around the world, you just had to take a step off of our country to discover that Weyburn and Saskatchewan had a pretty interesting cachet. For many people, it was just an exotic-sounding place.”
“There was always a way to introduce Weyburn or the fact that I was from Saskatchewan into that sort of global conversation. Because global conversations and the art of diplomacy is all about relationships, as many jobs are,” added Hill.
He shared two stories about how he was able to use his hometown connections to his advantage, helping him in his career.
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“Because I’ve lived a life of sort of an itinerant global trotter, as it were, I always had to be from somewhere. I always had to identify myself as where I was from,” said Hill.
“So from the very beginning, that was always, I was from Weyburn, and I leveraged that to the extent possible. Because I
As part of this year’s ceremony, the City of Weyburn unveiled a commemorative plaque in honour of the late Councillor Dick Michel, recognizing his many years of dedicated service as Chair of the Walk of Fame Committee. This tribute celebrated not only his dedication to uplifting the achievements of others, but also the lasting impact he made on a community he held close to his heart.
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New Weyburn Deputy Fire Chief Michael Wock.
Photo – Courtesy City of Weyburn
The Weyburn Police Association celebrated Brandon Brown, their new-
member,
he graduated from Police College. Pictured (l-r), Weyburn-Bengough MLA Michael Weger, Police Chief Brent VanDeSype, Constable Brandon Brown and Deputy Police Chief Shane St. John.
Photo – Courtesy Weyburn Police
Community News
Weyburn valedictorian urges classmates ‘be
Sara Parks SaskToday.ca
Brinlee Klapak, valedictorian of Weyburn Comprehensive School’s (WCS) Class of 2025, delivered a heartfelt and motivational address to her fellow graduates during Friday’s commencement ceremony, encouraging them to embrace the future with courage, kindness, and authenticity.
Standing before her classmates, Klapak expressed her gratitude to the parents, guardians, and educators who supported students through their high school journey.
“Graduating takes hard work from the students, but also from their support systems,” she said. “Without support with growing up and venturing through high school, we would not be here today.”
Klapak thanked the teachers who helped students through their years of education.
“You have all left an imprint on our lives, which has shaped who we are as
young adults. You have inspired us to keep trying when it seems difficult and you have helped prepare us for our lives after graduation.”
The 2025 graduating class weathered a high school experience shaped by global and local challenges. Reflecting on the challenges the Class of 2025 faced, Klapak commended her peers for their resilience.
“My fellow graduates and I have had an eventful time at WCS through a pandemic and through teacher strikes and sanctions, but we have made it. We have so much to celebrate today.”
Looking ahead, Klapak acknowledged the bittersweet transition from the familiar halls of WCS to the unknown adventures ahead.
“The world is waiting for the impact each of us will have on it. The world needs each of us, with our different talents and goals.”
Be bold, be brave, be you
Klapak urged her classmates to pursue their dreams with determination
while staying kind.
“Being bold will help you and others around you to stay motivated to reach goals throughout your life. But, being bold does not mean being harsh. I encourage you to stay kind as you pursue your goals and to keep others in mind as you journey through your life.”
Acknowledging the uncertainties ahead, she reminded graduates that bravery isn’t the absence of fear but the willingness to push forward despite it.
“Taking the easy way through life will not benefit you to expand to be the person you wish to be. Taking your own path is sometimes best and will make you more resilient and prepared for the next curveball life may throw at you.”
Above all, Klapak emphasized authenticity.
“No one can tell you or show you how to be yourself other than you. Being yourself is what will get you furthest in life. Recognizing your true interests and skills is what will bring you success. We each have
a different story waiting to be written. It is important to remain the focus of your story. Focus on staying true to yourself.”
With nostalgia and humour, she recalled shared memories – from junior dances to mischievous parking antics – that shaped the Class of 2025.
“Every assignment, test
bold, be brave, be you’
and adventure during or time at WCS has brought us to today. There is so much to be proud of. Thank you for being an entertaining class to grow up with.”
In closing, Klapak left her classmates with a final charge.
“Always remember to go back to your roots if you feel lost, never stray from
who you are, and always work towards your goals and dreams. Now that you have graduated, nothing is too big or too small. Anything is possible. Be proud of what you have done so far in your life, and look forward to your future with excitement, hope and determination. I know each of you will do great things.”
The 2025 graduating class from the Weyburn Comprehensive School gather in the Tom Zandee Sports arena, before the annual ceremonies held in Crescent Point Place on June 14.
Photo – Courtesy Christan Baker Photography
Valedictorian Brinlee Klapak, right, gave her speech during ceremonies at the Weyburn Comp on June 14. Listening at left are Whitney Lanz-McIntyre, Anna-Jayne Tronson, Jyllian Payak and Ella Leko.
Photo – Courtesy Christan Barker Photography
Agriculture, Oil & Business
A grand opening ribbon cutting took place at Geek Bouteek on June 13, where they held a special Jason draw because of Friday the 13th. Pictured (l-r): Ashton Lorieau, Weyburn Chamber of Commerce, store owners, Ingrid Perez and Jean-Michel Beauregard, and Mayor Jeff Richards. The store is located at 17 - 3rd S., Weyburn.
Scholarships, certificates presented to Weyburn students at SE College grad
Southeast College presented their annual graduation certificates during an awards ceremony held at the Weyburn Legion on June 2.
Receiving certificates for Adult 12: Keenan McCal-
lum, Ethan Scrupps, Nikita Shelly, Henry Smith and Lei Zhang. Certificates for essential skills for the workplace were presented to Janelle Daunheimer and Tabetu Gaim. Certificates for Grade 12 academic upgrader were presented to Kenda Gibson, Tyran Leatherdale, Shyra Missens and Samantha Rice.
Practical nursing certificates were presented to Amalia Agampodige, Goodness Chimezie, Zoe Daley, Trisha Emmel, Kristin Johnson, Lauren Keeper, Aysia Macfarlane, Aaliyah McLean, Andre Ostrea, Avva Padagdag, Rolando Patron, Lindsay Schoenthal and Jacqueline Unrau.
Certificates for continuing care assistant were pre-
sented to Rebecca Apekoh, Daniel Armah, Rebecca Asamoah, Shawna Galloway, Chibuzor Ikeh, Simranjeet Kaur, Kiven Rosemary Fondzemo-On, Emelia Koranteng, Adaobi Nnagbo and Enlyn VanVeen. Early Chilldhood Education certificates were presented to Michael Corrigan, Kinsey Dodd and Sarah Hiltz.
The following is the list of scholarship recipients for the 2024-2025 school year.
The Southeast College Post Secondary Opportunity Scholarships were presented to Mikayla Moule, Simranjeet Kaur, Chalcy Wenet and Lauren Keeper.
The Weyburn Credit Union Q.O. (Quint) Patrick Scholarship was presented
Exciting Summer Day Camps to be held for Weyburn students
Make this summer one to remember, with the City of Weyburn’s exciting summer day camps. They are offering two options for children ages six to 12, providing an engaging mix of fun, adventure and learn. Both summer camps will operate Mondays to Fridays, daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
New this year, the Summer Funzone Camp will be based out of the Sun Room at the Weyburn Leisure Centre. This outdoorsy and sporty camp is all about adventure, teamwork and active play. Each week for the Summer Funzone Camp will feature themed activites and games, with regular visits to local attractions.
clues, conquer challenges and race to the finish line in an action-packed week.
The sixth week, August 18 to 22, is Splashtastic Week. This is a time to cool off with a variety of water-based activities such as water balloon fights, swimming, sponge races and more.
The final week, August 25 to 29, is the End of Summer Bash Week. Participants will celebrate the end of summer with the most popular activities from the season, before students preapre to return to school.
to Goodness Chimezie.
The Weyburn Oilwomen Pursuit of Education Scholarships were presented to Tkeyea Reader and Skyler Kreger.
The Weyburn Young Fellows Scholarships were presented to Rebecca Asamoah and Chinyere Okorafor. The Weyburn Young Fellows Wives Scholarships were presented to Emmanuel Boakye and Ikeh Chibuzor.
The SE College Board of Governors Award for Academic Excellence was presented to Chalcy Wenet.
The President’s Awards for Outstanding Student Leadership were presented to Avva Padagdag, Ethan Scrupps and Simranjeet Kaur.
The Southeast College awards for contributions to the community were presented to Tyran Leatherdale and Ana Monroy.
The first week, July 7 to 11, is Bugs and Blooms Week. Participants will explore the world of pollinators and plants through hands-on experience like gardening, bug hunts and nature crafts. The second week, July 14 to 18, is Happer Camper Week. Participants will enjoy the great outdoors with classic backyard games, picnics and team challenges.
The third week, July 21 to 25, will be Enchanted Forest Week, stepping into a magical forest full of mythical creatures and outdoor exploration, from fairies to gnomes and more. The fourth week, July 28 to August 1, is Fun to be Fit Week. It will be a time to get moving, with a variety of sports and fitness challenges to inspire active living, featuring special visits from local athletes and instructors.
The fifth week, August 11 to 15, is Amazing Race Week. Participants will work as a team to solve
The Spark Summer Camp will be held at the Credit Union Spark Centre. This active camp blends physical activity with creative exploration in art and activity. Each week features exciting themes and hands-on activities, ensuring a dynamic and enriching experience for campers.
The first week, July 7 to 11, will be Animal Planet Week, where children can explore animals of the planet, from ants to zebras, during an art and active camp.
The second week, July 14 to 15, is Happy Camper Week, an adventure into the great outdoors (and indoors) with a multitude of games and crafts, alongside the Summer Funzone Camp that will leave everyone a happy camper.
The third week, July 21 to 25, is Going Green Week. Participants can dig into activities and games that support a green approach. The fourth week, July 28 to August 1, is Fantastic and Mythical Creatures Week. Imagination will come in handy as participants investigate and explore different art mediums and activities.
The fifth week, August 5 to 8, is Deep Blue Sea and Beyond Week. Participants will dive into a world of underwater crafts, and have the chance to build art projects and play under the sea themed games. The sixth week, August 11 to 15, is Amazing Race Week, where participants will work as a team to solve clues, conquer challenges and race to the finish line in an action-packed week.
The last week of the Spark Summer Camp will be August 18 to 22, and is Disney Week. Participants will delve into the vast world of Disney with themed games and crafts. For more information on these summer camps, visit the City’s website at www.weyburn.ca.
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THE RUTTLE REPORT: the point of pride Editorial & Opinion
Derek Ruttle/SaskToday.ca
I’m writing this on the afternoon of Friday the 13th, so let me wish everyone a Happy Don’t Walk Under Any Ladders, Avoid Black Cats, And Stay Away From Any Abandoned Summer Camps Day to everyone out there.
I mean, if you believe in that sort of thing.
Hmmm, that’s funny, there’s a big hulking guy wearing a hockey mask and carrying a large machete walking towards my apartment building. I wonder if he’s in the mood for a coffee...?
Moving on...
So, we’re a couple of weeks into a new month, and as I’m sure many people are aware, June symbolizes many things for many people. In this timespan of 30 days, we see things going on such as high school kids cramming for final exams, all kinds of graduation ceremonies are being held in communities dotting the province, and a lot of people are in the midst of planning some summer holidays and events once the kids exit school for the next couple of months and people are looking for things in which to fill their time.
But June is also a month in which pride is celebrated. Or rather, Pride with that proper capital ‘P’.
The LGBTQ+ community utilizes this month as a timeframe in which anyone who may be gay, lesbian, transgender or any other personal profile is looking for acceptance and understanding from everyone else from every other walk of life. In many communities, you may see Pride flags flown at the local town hall or you may see Pride colours painted on crosswalks or elsewhere in the community.
It’s quickly become something that’s so engrained in our culture that when June arrives every year, it comes across as normal to me as seeing the trees and grass green up in May or watching all the machines go at it in the fields every September.
Of course, this really all depends on who you’re talking to because not everyone is as accepting as perhaps you and I. Case in point, check out this article from one of my fellow journalists over at SaskToday.ca about something that just happened over in Tisdale this week:
“Leaders in Tisdale are showing support and condemning the hate that transpired on June 12 at Tisdale Middle and Secondary School (TMSS).
The TMSS True Colours GSA Club, in partnership with Suncrest College, painted the Recplex crosswalk in rainbow colours for Pride Month. This was meant to be a vibrant display and a powerful reminder that LGBTQ2S+ people are seen, respected and belong, said TMSS in a social media
post the day before it was defaced with a swastika. Skid marks from a vehicle were also observed.
There has been a strong wave of support for Pride Month and what it represents to community members, North East School Division (NESD) leadership and youth.
Young Tisdale community member Baylee Cresswell showed her support on social media, disapproving of the vandalism.
Cresswell took to social media to support those who feel targeted and to condemn the actions of the perpetrators:
“To the kids in the GSA that painted the sidewalk and any person in Tisdale that is a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, I’ve been you, and my heart hurts for you. … Your voice and acts are valuable and lifesaving to those who feel they cannot speak up for themselves.”
Lori Kidney, NESD board chair, also responded on social media.
“The sidewalk was a beautiful and courageous student-led statement of belonging for all. Its defacement is a painful reminder that the work of building inclusive, compassionate communities must continue, and that we each have a role to play in standing up against hate,” she wrote.
“As your local trustee and as a board, we fully support the leadership of our students, school staff, and administrators who have responded with resolve, unity, and care. We also acknowledge the swift action taken by the Town of Tisdale and the RCMP in their efforts to investigate this incident and hold those responsible accountable.”
Tisdale RCMP are investigating the incident involving a Pride crosswalk at a community facility on 101st Street. A hateful symbol was discovered painted over the flag between 9:45 p.m. on June 11 and 4 a.m. on June 12.
Anyone with information or who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the area during that time is asked to contact Tisdale RCMP at 310-RCMP. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www. saskcrimestoppers.com.”
I don’t even really know where to begin with this one.
Here we are, living in the year 2025, and we continue to function in a society where someone’s reaction to some simple rainbow colours that symbolize acceptance and understanding.....is to paint a freaking swastika?!?!?
Anyone with this kind of mindset: you’re gross, you’re vile, and you’d be doing all of us a favor if you just got off the
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grid, packed a van with all your belongings, and drove into a random forest to live out the rest of your days.
And hey, I’m certainly not shunning Tisdale as a whole because it’s obvious that Outlook has to do better in the same regard. I can remember a town council meeting just a couple of years ago where a delegate asked to speak and proceeded to quote the Bible as perhaps some form of “leverage” as to why the Town shouldn’t be flying the Pride flag in June.
The Town proceeded to fly the flag that June. And the June after that.
However, when it comes to the right here and right now, the Town has decided not to fly the Pride flag as I type this. I can’t lie, I find that to be a little disappointing.
Look, I’m not trying to show people how open I am as a person on any of this stuff because I can admit that I certainly am not an expert by any means. I’m a straight guy, so it’s not exactly my world and I won’t pretend to understand a lot of what people from that LGBTQ+ community go through on a daily basis.
But what I am is a human being with empathy and emotion.
I believe that every human, regardless of who they may sleep next to at night, deserves acceptance and a seat at the table in our normal, functioning, everyday society. It’s really as simple as that.
And if you don’t share that belief and you squawk on social media about how, “There needs to be a Straight Pride Month, dangit!”, let me simply point out a few things to you:
- No one has ever been excluded for being straight.
- There is no straight conversion therapy.
- No one has ever been jailed for being straight.
- No one protests straight weddings.
- No one has to come out of the proverbial
closet as straight.
- Being straight has never been illegal.
- No one has ever outed straight kids.
- No one has ever been killed for being straight.
As straight people, we receive a lot of freedoms that we take for granted. Just imagine being someone who wasn’t straight and watching these kind of gates and fences become closed off to you in your everyday life.
It’s no wonder why suicide numbers are as high as they are within that community.
A few years ago, I saw all the whining and complaining online about the Black Lives Matter movement, with people providing the argument of, “Well, I don’t know about you, but *I* say that ALL Lives Matter!”
So I presented a counter argument as such:
Everybody’s home matters, but we tend to park the fire trucks and point the hoses at the ones that are going up in flames at the time.
Do you want Straight Pride events? Fine, no worries, what exactly is stopping you from organizing them?
Of course, all love matters and should be treated equally, but until the day comes where people are denied jobs because they’re straight, or they’re the target of harassment for choosing to sleep with the opposite sex, or they’re humiliated, beaten, tortured, and then murdered for daring to love someone with the opposite kind of genitalia from them, then I’d like to think that most people would understand why one part of our society is just looking for some common decency and respect from everyone else.
Seriously, folks. It’s rainbows and messages of hope and acceptance for a few weeks.
Let’s grow the hell up. For this week, that’s been the Ruttle Report.
Sports & Leisure
Tyler Mryglod, left, finished in first place shooting a two-day total six under, 138, to take the Crocus Men’s Open golf tournament over the weekend. Rick Hallberg took the senior division with a two-day total of 147.
Mryglod/Hallberg
The Crocus Men’s Open golf tournament was held June 14 and 15 at the Weyburn Golf Course with 42 golfers attending. Saturday started off at 10:00 a.m. with a shotgun start. Tyler Mryglod carded a 68 on opening day, followed by Landon Emberley with a 71 and Brad Piero with a 73.
In the senior division, Rick Hallberg finished the day with a 76, followed by Tony Heath with a 77 and Pat Murphy with a 79.
Following the first
win Crocus Open
round of play, a horserace took place with the top 10 players facing off. Nolan Rohatyn came out on top, followed by Darien Herlick in second and Carter Hilkewich in third. On day two of the competition, Mryglod continued his fine play, shooting a 70 to capture the tournament with a two-day total of 138 (-6). Second place went to Landon Emberley with 146, followed in third by Brad Piero with a 148. Gerhard Groenewald 150, Darien Herlick 152, Brandon Mor-
rice 153, Carter Hilkewich 154, Tyler Hollar 155, Chad Bailey 156 and Richie Lee 158 rounded out the top ten.
In the senior division, Hallberg upped the ante on day two, shooting a 71 to take top honours with a 147. Mike Ross took second place with 159, followed by Tony Heath with a 160. Greg Nixon 161, Pat Murphy 163, Stacy Barnes 169, Terry Rohatyn 171, Jim Linnell 171, Darren Miller 175 and Kelly Hilkewich 178 rounded out the 10 ten spots.
Beavers reflect on games, ready for annual Alberta trip
Sabrina Kraft Weyburn Review
Members of the Weyburn Beavers reflected on their recent games, after losing a couple of games to Saskatoon over the weekend.
As of press deadlines, the Beavers were fifth place overall in the East division of the Western Canadian Baseball League, with only four wins in the season.
The Beavers are also preparing for their annual road trip to Alberta, where they will play the teams in the West division of the league.
“We started off the week pretty hot,” said infielder Brayden Mayencourt. “We had a good first two days, and we honestly continued playing pretty well throughout the week.”
“We hit very well. We just need to clean up a few things, and we should be a very, very good team this year,” said Mayencourt.
He is looking forward to the long road trip ahead, since it will include “spending more time with the guys, getting closer, getting to know each and every one, and honestly just playing the game that we love.”
“This last week has been good. We’re a very competitive team,” said shortstop
and third baseman Trevor Dale. “We have some really strong guys on our team that can play hard.”
“There are just a couple of things we need to work on defensively and be more consistent with the bats, and I feel like we’ll be just fine.”
Pitcher Keaton Husband highlighted some of the accomplishments for the team in the last week. “I think our starting pitching has been pretty good. The relief in bullpen definitely needs a little bit of work. The bats are good off the start of the game, but they kind of die out throughout the game.”
He is excited to get into Alberta and face a couple of teams that the Beavers have not played yet. “Playing against Edmonton and Energy City will be interesting. I’ve never played there, so it’ll be good to see people that we haven’t seen yet and go into something that we don’t know a lot about.”
Pitcher Owen McConnell also agreed with Husband on the achievements and strengths for the team. “I’d say our starting pitching has been quite good recently and then obviously scoring lots of runs per inning. I think we can spread out the runs a little bit more, but when
we get on a team, we get on them hard, I think.”
McConnell added that the team always tried to prepare ahead of any game. “We obviously do scouting before every series, looking at their rosters and their stats of all the people that are on their roster at that time.”
“It’ll be our normal preparation (for the Alberta road trip), but we’re excited to get out there, travel a little bit. I know a lot of families join us on those road trips, which will be really nice for the guys when we’re away from home and get to act as a bit of a professionaltype team.”
The Beavers faced Energy City on Tuesday night, and will have another game against them at Tom Laing Park tonight, June 18, at 7:05 p.m. They will host two games against Sylvan Lake on Thursday, June 19 and Friday, June 20, with both games starting at 7:05 p.m. The weekend will feature a home-and-home series against Swift Current, with Weyburn on the road on Saturday night, returning back to Tom Laing Park on Sunday, June 22 with the game at 2:05 p.m.
Weyburn Beavers pitcher Joe Hart readies himself on the mound, during a recent home game at Tom Laing Park. Photos – Courtesy Highway 39 Photography
Photo – Courtesy Weyburn Golf Course
Weyburn Beavers infielder Alex Alva scores a run, during a home game against the Regina Red Sox at Tom Laing Park.
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WCS Academic Awards
Students who received a Three Year Award of Merit, for scoring 80 per cent or higher for three years in a row, from the Weyburn Comprehensive School on June 10, included (l-r) Phil Sony, Mykelle Doud, Katherine Balog, Callie Dammann, Connor Clay, Matthew Barlow, Corbin Harris, Jonas Burdan, Hayden Black, Andrew Bratrud, Stuart Dunn, Hayden Elias-White, Ryder Hignett and Maddox Taillon. Fourth row, Hana Tran, Jayden Stang, Xhannelle Ebol, Sabrina Dela Cruz, Alexie Daviduk, Hadley Gerle, Brittany Barber, Houstyn Gerry, Taryn Gervais, Jaycelyn Goebel, Grayson Hemphill and Maximus Kilback. Third row, Josue Malalay, Whitney Lanz-McIntyre, Ella Leko, Ava Knibbs, Brinlee Klapak, Falon Jordens, Calla Hrynewich, Marin Kurtz, Charlotte Kosior, Amy Swayze and Nolan Uhren. Second row, Anna-Jayne Tronson, Jyllian Payak, Emmanuel Pallarca, Andrea Ochavo, Sienna McMorris, Kailyn McFadden, Milena Maurer, Pauleen Malpaya, Emily Marcotte, Nicole Malana and Niegel Zagada. Front row, Mickenzie Whitford, Kaedee Schultz, Anushka Raulji, Yuan Nogaliza Presto, Julia Santos, Seth Purdue, Michael Christian Picardal, Hayden Sterling and Gian Zagada. Missing from photo: Noah Bourassa, Kristen Loroff, Brody Walter, Inara Underwood, Spencer Bell, Haydin Buehler, Eli Hansen, Caleb Keeper, Bostyn Samenook-Runge, Brooke Thue, Jacob Tollefson and Vaughn Wendel.
WCS students receive awards, scholarships and bursaries
The Weyburn Comprehensive School honoured students with awards and scholarship presentations, during an awards night held on June 10.
The R.C. Smith award was presented to Anna-Jayne Tronson. The T.C. Douglas Medal for academic proficiency, awarding top averages for male and female student, were awarded to Calla Hyrenwich who had a 99.71 average, and Niegel Zagada who had a 97 average. The Zandee Humanitarian Award was presented to Olena Shved. Scholarships and Bursaries Catholic Women’s League (St. Vincent de Paul) sponsorship, $500, was presented to Falon Jordens and Amy Swayze. Crescent Point Energy Corp. Bursary in Memory of Ken Cugnet, $2,000, was presented to Andrew Bratrud. Darold Kot Scholarship, $500, was presented to Nolan Uhren. E. Bourassa, $1,000, was presented to Beau Vilcu. Evan and Mary Goranson Family Scholarship, $2,000 business award was presented to Michael Christian Picardal, and a $2,000 nursing award was presented to Emmanuel Pallarca. Grad ’84 Rocks! bursary, two $542 awards, was presented to Beau Vilcu and Anushka Raulji. Grad ’96 bursary, $960, was presented to Ella Leko. Grad 2017 bursary, $200, was presented to Jonas Burdan.
Holy Family Roman Catholic Separate School Division #140 Bursary, two $500 awards, were presented to Marin Kurtz and Falon Jordens. The Jim Rose Memorial bursary, $1,000 was presented to Niegel Zagada.
Kailynn Bursic-Panchuk Memorial Scholarship, $1,000 award, was presented to Yuan Presto. The Masonic Lodge Latonia Weyburn #125 Bursary, two $500 awards, was presented to Whitney Lanz-McIntyre and Gian Zagada. Matthew Mondor Memorial Scholarship, two $250 awards, was presented to Beau Vilcu and Niegel Zagada. Michael R. Weger Pursuit of Education Scholarship, $1,000, was presented to Pauleen Malpaya. Weger-Paradis Law Firm Leadership Scholarship, $1,000, was presented to Brody Walter. Miller Well Servicing, $500, was presented to Falon Jordens. MNP Scholarship, $500, was presented to Jarret Hayward.
Nurses Supporting Future Nurses Scholarship, two $1,000 awards, was presented to Pauleen Malpaya and Yuan Presto. Prairie Sky Co-operative, two $1,000 awards, was presented to Anna-Jayne Tronson and Brody Walter. RM Weyburn Memorial Award, $500, was presented to Jyllian Payak. Royal Canadian Legion Weyburn Branch #47 Bursary, five $1,000 awards, was presented to Brinlee Klapak, Calla Hrynewich, Falon Jordens, Marin Kurtz and Nolan Urhen.
Satre/Nieviadomy Dental Scholarship, $500, was presented to Addison Klapak. Schuck Law Firm Post Secondary Scholarship , $1,000, was presented to Hailey Peters. South Country Equipment Agricultural Scholarship, $500, was presented to Charlotte Kosior. SECTA School Award, $250, was presented to Mickenzie Whitford. Stewart Steel Inc. Bursary, $500, was presented
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to Brody Walter. Tony & Madeleine Moser Memorial, five $1,000, were presented to Whitney Lanz-McIntyre, Vaughn Wendel, Nolan Uhren, Jarret Hayward and Anna-Jayne Tronson.
Violet Delrose Moore English Scholarship, $500, was presented to Amy Swayze. Violet Delrose Moore Memorial, $500, was presented to Hayden Black. Weyburn Chamber of Commerce, $500, was presented to Falon Jordens. WCS Citizenship Award, $500, was presented to Pauleen Malpaya. WCS Custodians Scholarship, $500, was presented to Phil Sony. WCS Konica Minolta Award, $500, was presented to Nicole Malana. WCS Leadership Award, $1,000, was presented to Whitney Lanz-McIntyre. WCS Scholarship, $1,000, was presented to Jyllian Payak.
Weyburn Firefighters Association Bursary, $500, was presented to Amy Swayze. Weyburn Kin Club Scholarship, $500, was presented to Emily Marcotte. Weyburn Oil Women Pursuit of Education, $500 was presented to Brinlee Klapak, and Pursuit of Oil & Gas or STEM, $500 was presented to Houstyn Gerry.
Weyburn Police Association , two $500, was prsented to Brittany Barber and Amy Sawyze. Weybur Rotary Club Scholarship, three $1,000, was presented to Jaycelyn Goebel, Brittany Barber and Gian Zagada. Weyburn Young Fellows Don Murray Memorial Bursary, $1,000, was presented to Brittany Barber. Young’s Equipment Inc. Bursary, $450, was presented to Beau Vilcu.
Heritage Village to host
Paranormal Investigation immersive evening in July
The spirits are stirring once again at Weyburn and Area Heritage Village.
The City of Weyburn announced the return of the second annual Paranormal Investigation of Heritage Village, on July 19.
Hosted in partnership with Canadian Paranormal Expeditions (CPE), this immersive evening walking tour offers a one-of-akind opportunity to explore Heritage Village’s historic buildings after dark.
Participants will join professional investigators to uncover what lingers in the shadows and hear the stories that haunt these heritage walls. Whether you’re a seasoned ghost hunter or a curious first-timer, this event is
sure to thrill. Tour Times and Details:
• Evening Tour (7:00 – 9:00 p.m. 9:30 – 11:30 p.m.)
$40/person, ages 16+ 30 spots per tour.
• Midnight Tour (12:00 – 2:00 a.m.)
$40/person, ages 18+ 30 spots available.
• Witching Hour Tour (2:30 – 4:00 a.m.)
$60/person, ages 18+ 27 spots available. Registration opened on June 9 and is now available online. Spots are limited and fill quickly. Valid photo ID required. Residents are encouraged to register early for their chance to be part of this eerie and unforgettable experience.
Photos – Courtesy Weyburn Comp School
committee displayed new merchandise while set up at the Soo Line Cruisers Show and Shine on June 14. WeyStrong is a cancer support group for women living in Weyburn and surrounding communities who have ever been diagnosed with any type of cancer. Pictured (l-r): Lisa Vick, Dawn Haines, Yvette Church, Krystal Browatzke and Deanna Peterson.
Photo – Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
WCS Academic Awards
Students who received the WCS Principal’s Scholastic Award, scoring 90 per cent or higher, were, back row (l-r), Amy Swayze, Katherine Balog, Hadley Gerle, Houstyn Gerry, Matthew Barlow, Brittany Barber, Jaycelyn Goebel, Jonas Burdan, Andrew Bratrud and Maximus Kilback. Third row, Nolan Uhren, Whitney Lanz-McIntyre, Marin Kurtz, Ava Knibbs, Brinlee Klapak, Falon Jordens, Calla Hrynewich, and Stuart Dunn. Second row, Anna-Jayne Tronson, Charlotte Kosior, Ella Leko, Xhanelle Ebol, Pauleen Malpaya, Emily Marcotte, Sienna McMorris, Emmanuel Pallarca and Phil Sony. Front row, Niegel Zagada, Jyllian Payak, Michael Christian Picardal, Yuan Nogaliza Presto, Anushka Raulji, Julia Rush, Julia Santos and Jarrin Smith. Missing from the photo are Noah Bourassa, Kristen Loroff, Brody Walter and Inara Underwood.
Multi-tiered review processesensureEnbridge Seven Starsprojectwillbedeveloped responsibly
Commercialwinddevelopments–includingEnbridge’sproposedSeven StarsEnerg yProject –are subjecttoenvironmental, regulatory andpermitting reviewsinvolvingthree levels of government before they canproceed to theconstructionstage
“Theregulatory processincludes multiple opportunities forpublic input andisdesignedtoensuresafe,efficient, andenvironmentally responsibledevelopment by requiringvarious permits, licenses, andadherence to specificstandards,”explainsAlex McNichol,Director, PowerBusinessDevelopment with Enbridge. “This multi-tiered approach aims to protectpublic safety andthe environment,and to manage resources in away that balances economic benefitswithsocial andenvironmental considerations.”
Enbridgeplans to constructand operate facilities capableof generating 200-megawattsofwindenerg yfrom46 turbines –enoughtopower 100,000 Saskatchewan homesannually. During constructionand over itsprojected 30-year operating lifespan, theSeven StarsEnergy Projectisexpectedtocreatemorethan $100 million($3.4 millionto$4 million annually) in estimatedeconomicbenefits forthe Weyburnregion.
Thisincludes taxrevenue forlocal municipalities, leasepaymentstolandowners in theprojectarea, employee salaries, third-party contracting formaintenance andupkeepofEnbridgeoffice facilities, andanEnbridgefundtosupport community-drivenprogramsand initiatives.
Robust permittingand regulatory processes
Butbeforeconstructioncan beginon aproject of thescale andimpactofSeven Stars, Enbridgemustnavigate robust permittingand regulatory processes.
From amunicipal perspective, the SevenStars projectrequires separate developmentpermits from theRuralMunicipality (RM) of Weyburnand theRM of Griffin. These permitsare essentialfor theproject to proceedand involvepublic hearings. Local residents andstakeholderswill have theopportunity to voice their opinions andprovide inputduring thesehearings, ensuring that community perspectives areconsidered in thedecision-makingprocess.
At thefederallevel,the projectwill be
reviewed by NavCanadaand Transport Canada.Theseorganizations assess the project’simplications forair navigation andtransportationsafety, ensuring the wind turbines do notinterfere with any existing aviation routes or infrastructure.
Provincially,the projectwillundergo an EnvironmentalImpactAssessment (EIA), acomprehensiveprocessthatinvolves third-party studies commissioned by Enbridgetoexamine theproject’s impact on localwildlife, vegetation,wetlandsand watercourses. “TheEIA process is designed to identifyany significantenvironmentalconcerns andpropose measurestoaddressthem, just as we seewith larger conventional energy developments such as oilsands or liquified naturalgas projects,”McNicholsays.
The EIAprocess is oneofthe most importantsteps toward securing project approval.For theSeven Starsproject,the EIAfallsunder theoversight of theSaskatchewanMinistry of theEnvironment’s Assessment andStewardship Branch Comprehensivestudy of environmental impacts
In fact,the Ministry hasjustannounced thefirststepinthe EIAprocess, by making availableanEnvironmental TermsofReference (ToR) document on itswebsite. The ToRoutlines thestudies Enbridge will undertake andhow information will be presentedand evaluated in aforthcomingEnvironmental Impact Statement(EIS) forthe project. The ToR andEIS arekey pieces of theEIA process.
“Essentially, theTerms of Reference setthe stagefor theprovince’senvironmental review,definingwhatneeds to be assessed,how data will be collected, and thespecific regulationsand guidelines that must be adheredto. It also provides an over view of theproject alongwith constr uction,operation anddecommissioningactivities,”explainsMcNichol. “Meanwhile,the EIS will containthe resultsofour environmentalstudies, outlinemitigation measures andprovide afullpicture of howEnbridgeplans to addresspotential environmentalimpactsthrough thelifeofthe SevenStars project.”
Thissummer andintoearly fall,environmentalcrews will be outinthe field to complete additional studies to informthe EIS
whileconsultationwithlandowners continuestowarddevelopment of apro-
ProjectTimeline(summer 2025)
posedfinalproject layout –specifically wherethe turbines will be placed Enbridgeaimstosubmitthe EIS to theMinistry late this year or in 2026. During theassessmentprocess, theEIS will be made availabletothe public to review andcomment over a30-day period Open andtransparent process
“Theprocessisopenand transparentand that’s importanttoEnbridge,” McNichol adds.“ The province determines what studies andinformation must be providedbyEnbridge. We will provide answersinour EIS andthe public will have an opportunity to review the statementand provide inputand commentstothe Ministry.”
With all government approvalsin
hand,includingthe EIS andlocal development permits, andafinalinvestment decisionbythe Enbridgeboard of directors,constructionwould commence in thethird quarterand 2026 andthe Seven Starsprojectwould beginoperationsin late 2027.
“Aswemoveforward with theproject, Enbridgeiscommitted to meetingthe requirements of theRMs andall regulatory bodies throughout thereviewprocess,” McNichol concludes. “Wehavemade significant enhancements to theproject basedonlocal inputand will continue to engage thecommunity to ensure theSeven StarsEnergyProject meets thehighest standardsofenvironmental responsibility andcommunity engagement.”
ENVIRONMENTAL TERMS OF REFERENCE
NOWAVAILABLE
Terms of Reference(ToR) forthe SevenStars projectoutline the studiesEnbridgewillundertake andhow information will be presentedand evaluatedinaforthcomingEnvironmental Impact Statement(EIS).TheToR also provides ahighlevel over view of the projectalong with construction,operation anddecommissioningactivities.
To access the ToR: •Visit theSaskatchewanMinistr yofEnvironment’s website andsearch“Terms of ReferenceSeven Stars” •Visit enbridge.com/sevenstarsand scroll to the ‘Regulatory Information’tab
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Keith Sprecken
Sprecken Keith Duane late of Weybur n Saskatchewan for mer ly of Gr iffin, Saskatchewan and spouse to Hazel (Lafrentz) Sprecken, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the age of 92 years Keith Sprecken was bor n on Januar y 6, 1933, to Car l and Florence Sprecken in Gr iffin, Saskatchewan As an only child, fr iends played a ver y impor tant role in his life, and he maintained close fr iendships spanning decades and ages Keith attended school in Gr iffin, graduating Grade 12, while helping his father on the far m After graduation, he continued building his life on the far m After meeting at a New Year's dance in Gr iffin he later marr ied Hazel Lafrentz, a Halbr ite gal, on October 15, 1960 Together, they raised three children: Todd, Jason, and Elan In 1959 Keith obtained his welding cer tification In addition to far ming, Keith also operated a snowmobile repair shop for several years Bet ween the welding and the snowmobiles there was always someone stopping by for a quick repair, a coffee, or just to visit He later wor ked for the snowmobile shop at Barber Motors He wor ked for 12 years with Ke-ed Equipment, until 1997, gradually stepping back from far ming Known for his talent in sales and his excellent communication skills, he built strong relationships and ser ved others with genuine care Keith was active in communit y spor ts, par ticipating in baseball in his youth He loved hunting fishing cur ling and var ious outdoor pursuits with his good fr iends Later with his family if the wor k was done on the far m they would enjoy camping fishing snowmobiling or destination traveling whether it be for a day or longer Keith s passions extended to aviation His love for flying began ear ly and he ear ned his pr ivate pilot's license in 1967 As a skilled pilot he was an active member of “The Flatland Five” a pr ivate pilot for mation group where he for med lifelong fr iendships Keith also helped establish CASARA (Civil Air Search and Rescue Association) in Saskatchewan Weekly r ituals included fly-in breakfasts visiting at the air por t and shar ing stor ies with fellow pilots Throughout his years on the far m, Keith was heavily involved in his communit y He ser ved as a counselor in Gr iffin from 1967 to 1974 and as Reeve from 1975 to 1978 He sat on the Weybur n Hospital Board representing the Rural Municipalit y of Gr iffin from 1975 to 1992, ser ving as chair man for several of those years In 1977, the family moved to Weybur n, while continuing to far m until his son Todd began to take over the operation Keith remained an active communit y member, suppor ting many activities, especially those involving his family He was a proud Legion member for 52 years Keith was the proud grandfather of four : Baron, Max, Morgan and Nolan He was a great-grandfather to Tatum He loved fishing with his grandchildren and cheer ing them on in their spor t or scholastic endeavors and was ver y proud how they all became such fine adults They have all inher ited their grandfather ’s sense of humour He looked forward to visits with his extended family, aunts, uncles, cousins and his extended Lafrentz family, nieces and nephews When relatives came to visit, the house was usually filled with uproar ious laughter from one of Keith’s stor ies Throughout his years, Keith was known for his kindness, sense of humor, and unwaver ing dedication to his family and fr iends Keith was a hardwor king far mer, tending to his land with care and pr ide, reflecting his strong wor k ethic and connection to the land He continued to help out at the far m where he could until he was 80 His infectious laughter and stor ytelling will be missed by all who knew him His legacy is a collection of cher ished memor ies, endur ing fr iendships, and the positive mar k he left on ever yone for tunate enough to know him The family extends hear tfelt thanks to the staff at Par kway Lodge for their compassionate care in Keith s final years, as well as Fletcher s Funeral Home for their suppor t dur ing this difficult time Keith often remar ked that he had a wonderful life filled with great fr iends and family and over the last few years often expressed satisfaction by saying I don t know how I got so luck y Keith will be remembered and missed “just a little bit as he requested ever y day Keith was predeceased by his parents Car l and Florence Sprecken as well as several aunts uncles and cousins Keith will be forever loved and missed by his wife of 64 years Hazel Sprecken of Weybur n SK; son Todd Sprecken (Faith McDonald) of Gr iffin SK; son Jason Sprecken of Weybur n SK; daughter Elan (Todd) Lawrence of Weybur n SK; grandchildren Morgan Sprecken and her son Tatum; Nolan Sprecken Baron Lawrence Max Lawrence and extended family members as well as many good fr iends A Pr ivate Family Inter ment will take place at Green Acres Memor ial Gardens, Weybur n, Saskatchewan and a Celebration of Keith’s Life will be held Monday, June 23, 2025 at 2:00 p m at Upper Grace Hall, Grace United Church, Weybur n, Saskatchewan Donations in memor y of Keith may be made to Weybur n Wildlife Federation Inc at PO Box 612, Weybur n, SK S4H 2K7 or Royal Canadian Legion Branch No 47 at 150 3rd Street NE, Weybur n, SK S4H 0W2 Condolences may be left at: www fletcherfuneralchapel com Services In Care Of Fletcher Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services, Weyburn, Saskatchewan, 306-842-5432
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Art meets nature: Get
Out Gallery returns to Weyburn’s River Park
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The innovative Get Out Gallery is back, transforming Weyburn’s River Park into an open-air art space. Now in its second year, the pop-up exhibition brings curated artwork into the heart of the community.
The brainchild of Regan Lanning, Curator and Arts Coordinator for the City of Weyburn, the Get Out Gallery is a summer-only initiative designed to break down barriers between art and everyday life.
“Our summers here are so short, so I thought it was a great way to get the art out of the gallery and into the parks full of people enjoying the beautiful summer weather,” said Lanning.
The project took years to launch due to fabrication costs, but support poured in from organizations like Southeast District for Sport, Culture and Recreation, Prairie Sky Co-Op, Weyburn Oilwomen, Young Fellows Wives, and ArtFarm.
“There was also a donation made by a couple local artists who wish to remain anonymous,” she added.
Lanning credits inspiration to Amber Anderson, former curator of the Estevan Art Gallery, who pioneered similar outdoor displays. It differs from the art in the gallery because it’s only three pieces instead of the usual 15-30 pieces required for a gallery exhibition.
“I love our gallery, and I find it to be such a safe and welcoming place, but I also recognize that the Gallery can be intimidating to folks who don’t come regularly. This exhibition goes to the people, instead of the people coming to us. Its relaxed,
and completely accessible.”
Public art is a great “gateway” gallery experience, said Lanning.
“No pressure on the viewer, no special trip to the gallery required. Plus, public art is great for the health of a community. It creates a sense of ownership amongst community members and increases civic pride.
The Get Out Gallery is part of Lanning’s broader push to bring art out of the gallery. “COVID changed the way I saw art presentation, because we lost access to our gallery for months,” she said. “I had to pivot, and find other ways of getting the art to the people.
The Get Out Gallery is one aspect of this shift, the other being the mural project in Jubilee Park.”
Visitors can explore the exhibits at their own pace along River Park’s pathways. “I am working on a public art walking tour, which will be accessible via the City’s website, but that won’t be ready until next summer,” said Lanning.
Constable Melinda Mintenko and Paula Price, Acquired Brain Injury Coordinator for the region, used demo brains to educate children on proper helmet safety. This was one of the stations during Ag. Safety Days, held by the Weyburn Agricultural Society on June 10.
Photo – Courtesy Stacy Kosior/Weyburn Ag Society
Vehicles lined both sides of Third Street, during the annual Show and Shine hosted by the Soo Line Cruisers on June 14. There was a record 50 vehicles entered into the event this year.
Photo – Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
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Kailyn McFadden, Katherine Balog and Emily Marcotte.
Photos – Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Xhannelle Ebol, Inara Underwood and Hayden Black.
Mattea Sexton, Sienna McMorris and Charlotte Kosior. Wayne Satre driving graduates Jake Hicks, Jarrin Smith and Stuart Dunn.
Faith Mackenzie and Jennika Deane.
Kristin Loroff, Acacia Wanner and Ashley Ganczar.