Weyburn Review - March 4, 2026

The Weyburn Review S. E . S A S K AT C H E WA N ’ S N E W S PA P E R O F R E C O R D

Vol.116 No. 09 - Weyburn, Saskatchewan

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 - 8 Pages

Legacy Park Elementary School school students Tristan, Emily, Aubrey and Harper toured the annual James Weir People’s Choice exhibit last week. The students learned about the entries and submitted votes for their top three choices following the tour.

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Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review The next phase in the construction of a new animal shelter for the Weyburn Humane Society has started. The shelter will increase capacity, improve animal wellness and create safer, more comfortable spaces for cats and dogs while they wait for their ‘furever’ homes.

At the new facility, which includes two buildings for the main area and a dog run, walls and ceilings have been insulated and power and gas services have been installed.

Electrical work has started and the next step will be to level the area for the subfloor, pour concrete and build interior walls.

Inside the new shelter will be a front entrance

and lobby are, administration and office, a cat play room with two large windows, storage room for cat supplies, two cat rooms with kennels, isolation cat room, a meet-and-greet room, a mechanical room, laundry, two bathrooms, general storage for dog supplies, a dog wash and 16 inside kennels.

There will also be an enclosed garage on the northeast corner. Along the west side of the main shelter, there will be three fenced outdoor areas for cats.

The dog run building will have 16 kennels for the dogs to be outside on nicer days. Future plans include a fenced area for the dogs to run and play outside.

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mane Society is anticipating the move to the new shelter by the summer of 2026.

Individuals, families and businesses can help the Humane Society to cover additional costs of building the new shelter through a variety of sponsorship opportunities.

A donation form can be found on their website at www.weyburnhumanesociety.com. All sponsorships will be acknowledged with signage displayed in the shelter.

Another option for donating is the Brick-byBrick program. For $100, the donor will receive a commemorative plaque, to be displayed at the shelter. Forms are available on the Humane Society website.

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Nikolejsin rink claims Masters

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EDITORIAL SPORTS

Registration to attend the 2026 Saskatchewan Oil & Gas Show is now officially open. This year’s event will take place June 2 to 4 in Weyburn and promises three days of industry celebration, innovation, and community.

The show will feature a strong lineup of speakers, signature events and awards that highlight the achievements of Saskatchewan’s energy sector. General admission is $20, and attendees can purchase luncheon and supper tickets during registration.

Three engaging voices will bring insight, leadership and humour to this year’s program. Quick Dick McDick, a Canadian farmer and comedian, joins the show on June 3 after the awards ceremony. Jeremy Evans “The Grizzly Dude”, a survivor, storyteller and a speaker who transforms adversity into inspiration, will headline the Safety Stand Down Breakfast on June 4 and W. Brett Wilson, a renowned entrepreneur, philanthropist and former star of Dragon’s Den, will close out the 2026 Show during the Industry Luncheon on June 4. For tickets, go to oilshow.ca.

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The evening starts at 6:00 p.m. at their location, 744 McLelland Street, Weyburn.

To register, please call the office at 306-842-7477.

Spaces are limited.

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Telemiracle 50 closes with record-breaking total Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter Hundreds of Kinsmen and Kinette volunteers filled every corner of the building: phone banks buzzing with pledges, runners weaving carefully between camera operators, finance teams tallying totals with steady hands. The layout had been perfected over months — a choreography of wires, tables, lights, and people that made the impossible look effortless.

Backstage, Telemiracle Chair Tammy Blackwell stood with her TM 50 committee. For a year, they had planned this moment — meetings, emails, rehearsals, sleepless nights, contingency plans. Now, as the final total climbed higher and higher, tears welled in their eyes. Not from fatigue but pride, knowing it had all been worth it.

Across Saskatchewan, living rooms turned into gathering places. Families who had watched the telethon for generations posted memories online — old photos, stories of loved ones helped by the Kinsmen Foundation, words of gratitude. The province wasn’t just watching, residents were participating.

Peter Kilburn, founder of the Kinsmen Foundation, stepped onto the stage.

He spoke of fifty years of

compassion. Fifty years of Saskatchewan people helping Saskatchewan people.

Then he presented a gift from himself and his family — just under $60,000. Kilburn urged the province to keep the miracle going for another 50 years.

For Kinsmen Foundation, they rely solely on this event. The funds raised would help families travel for out-of-province medical care. They would purchase life-changing equipment.

They would improve quality of life for neighbours, friends, strangers. They would make miracles.

When the final total was read, elation outweighed exhaustion. The Telemiracle 51 logo was revealed and the new committee chair talked about carrying the telethon into the next 50 years.

It was announced this was the largest contingent of Kinsmen and Kinette volunteers, numbering in the hundreds, manning multiple areas that collaborate to make the show run smoothly, this year adding two hours to their tasks. A behind the scenes tour shows the fine-tuned layout that enabled plenty of space for all the stations necessary to ensure a smooth operation.

Audience members filled Prairieland Park throughout the week, with the venue being exception-

ally full most of the event on February 28.

Highlights would be many but several stood out including all of those resi-

dents who offered bequests, choosing Telemiracle as their beneficiaries, most notably a $2.3M bequest late Sunday afternoon. Addition-

ally, the Saskatchewan talent showcased was stellar and the continual flow of donations, including those presented on air demonstrated

how invested people are in this yearly fundraiser. The production crew from Telemiracle 1 was on stage with a donation of $5,050.50.

Members of the Weyburn Kin club attended Telemiracle 50 in Saskatoon over the weekend. Pictured, l-r, Tara Kyle, Rebecca Olson, Sean Olson, Marie Reeve, Adrian Prybylski and Jake Porter.

Photo courtesy Weyburn Kin Club

Rum Ragged set to hit the Cugnet stage

Weyburn Concert Series will present Rum Ragged, a Canadian folk music group from Newfoundland and Labrador,

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at the Cugnet Centre on March 18.

Founding members, singer/guitarisst Mark Manning and accordionist Aaron Collis, released their self titled debut album in 2016, and have since been nominated for numerous awards, including a 2021 JUNO for their 2020 album, The Thing about Fish.

Fiddler Colin Grant and multi-instrumentalist Zack Nash joined the band in early 2019.

Rum Ragged takes a bold approach to the distinct folk music of their home, the Eastern Canadian island of Newfoundland.

Boasting bouzouki, fiddle, bodhran, banjo, guitar

and button accordion, these new champions of East Coast music enliven and enlighten audiences with both songs and tune sets which they deliver with an honest swagger that is far beyond their years. With reverence for their roots and a creative, contemporary edge, this young band has quickly become known as the finest purveyors of their great living musical tradition. Rum Ragged is not your run-of-the-mill folk band, they are the genuine article.

Known for their honest, thought-provoking, and often humorous live shows, they have quickly become fan favorites.

Their impressive vocal harmonies and storytell-

ing deliver unforgettable concerts.

In an interview, Manning stated that this will be the band’s first tour of Saskatchewan, and they are looking forward to exploring what Weyburn has to offer.

Manning also said they are excited to share an evening of history, music and stories from Newfoundland and Labrador.

Despite a demanding tour schedule, Rum Ragged has performed at top global folk venues and recorded five acclaimed albums. This will be entertainment at its finest.

The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m., with tickets available by visiting showpass.com.

Pictured, l-r, Colin Grant, Mark Manning, Aaron Collis and Zach Nash of Photo submitted Rum Ragged.

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Adjudicators ready to judge Rotary Music Festival

Submitted The Weyburn Rotary Music Festival has announced the three adjudicators who will judge this year’s entries in vocal, piano and band/instrumental classes at the festival.

The Weyburn Rotary Music Festival 2026 Festival will run on the following dates: Piano - March 9 to 12, Vocal - March 16 to 17, and Band - March 18 to 19.

Piano Adjudicator Nancy Nowosad Nancy Nowosad received her musical training in Saskatchewan, and holds an Associateship Diploma in Piano Performance from the Royal Conservatory of Music and a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance from the University of Regina.

Her teachers have included Dorothy Bee and Dr. Lyell Gustin. She also studied both saxophone and flute, and has been involved in a wide variety of bands and ensembles as a performer, clinician, and conductor.

Nancy has had a diverse musical career while living

in various Canadian centres as well as in Germany and England, including private teaching, performing as a soloist and collaborative pianist, playing in and/or conducting pit orchestras, and church organist and choir director positions.

Since moving to Winnipeg in 1991, she has been an active teacher of piano, saxophone and theory, as well as a workshop/masterclass clinician, an adjudicator for music festivals and competitions in Canada, and an examiner for the Royal Conservatory of Music in Canada and the US, working both remotely and in person.

After many years of maintaining a regular church organist position and working as an accompanist for numerous soloists and choirs, she has moved to freelance work in both. She also continues to play keyboard and provide music leadership in a 15 piece ‘big band’.

Nancy has been the main facilitator of Associated Manitoba Arts Festivals’

Adjudicator Training for many years, sharing her knowledge and experience with numerous participants who have become active and well respected adjudicators.

She also serves as a Presiding Examiner for RCM’s Adjudicator Certification Program, and provides mentorship to new teachers, adjudicators and examiners. She is a member of the Manitoba Registered Music Teachers’ Association where she has held various Executive positions, as well as a member of the Canadian Music Festival Adjudicators’ Association.

Band Adjudicator Mark Ward Wind bands have been a part of Mark Ward’s life since his high school band days in Montreal and included memberships in the Black Watch Association Band and the Lakeshore Concert Band.

He started his post secondary studies at the University of Lethbridge, completed bachelor’s degrees at the University of

Lethbridge and Western University, and a Masters in Music at the University of Victoria.

Mark’s music background spans over 42 years having spent his career as a band teacher in Abbotsford, B.C. and in Lethbridge and Medicine Hat. He has served on the board of directors of the British Columbia Band Association and the Alberta Band Association including a term as president. He was recognized by the ABA with an Honourary Lifetime Member Award.

Mark is also a member of Phi Beta Mu, an international honourary organization of band directors.

Mark is the brass instructor at the Medicine Hat College Conservatory and conducts the Andante Community Band in Medicine Hat and the Gold Band in Lethbridge. Last year he and three colleagues created Medicine Hat Sings, a new 75 voice community choir.

He believes that community and school music are a critical part of Canadian heritage and culture.

Vocal Adjudicator Alyssa Woolhether Based in Regina, Saskatchewan, soprano Alyssa Woolhether has established a dynamic and multifaceted career as a voice teacher, adjudicator, workshop facilitator, choir director, and performer. She maintains a thriving private studio at the University of Regina’s Conservatory of Performing Arts and serves as Artistic Director of the Sisters in Song Women’s Choir of Regina.

Alyssa holds a Master of Music in Performance and Literature from Western University and a Bachelor of Music in Performance from the University of Regina.

She is certified in Levels I, II, and III of Somatic Voicework, The LoVetri Method, and her work is grounded in functional voice training, vocal empowerment, and the practical application of these techniques across musical styles.

Recognized for her expressive lyric voice, Alyssa has performed with arts organizations across Ontario and has trained at respected

programs in Canada and Europe. With over 20 years of stage experience, she is known for her musical storytelling, thoughtful interpretation, and strong connection to text. Beyond classical music, Alyssa is also the bandleader and songwriter for Lyssa and the Try-Tones, a soul/pop band that has earned multiple SaskMusic Award nominations, released three EPs, and performed at notable festivals throughout Saskatchewan. At the heart of her work is a belief that cultivating trust in one’s instrument builds confidence, unlocks creativity, and fosters a deeper connection between voice, body, and self.

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World Day of Prayer to learn about Nigeria’s history

Submitted The World Day Ecumenical Service for Weyburn will be held at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church on Friday, March 6 at 10 a.m.

The World Day of Prayer is a Christian women-led global prayer movement.

The 2026 prayer service will focus on Nigeria, a western African country with a rich heritage and diverse ecosystem. All are welcome to attend, pray and reflect on the theme “I will give you rest: come”, and learn about Nigeria’s history, culture and concerns.

The scripture base is Matthew 11:28-30.

World Day of Prayer is an international, ecumenical movement which enables local residents to hear the thoughts of women from all parts of the world, their hopes, concerns and prayers.

The preparation for the day is vast. The service begins with the selection of a country and a theme several years in advance. Once

written, it goes to the World Day of Prayer International Committee in New York for translation and then dissemination to the National Committee in each participating country.

The service is then discussed and edited by the Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada before being presented nationally, regionally and locally for branches to make their plans. At local churches, the World Day of Prayer is held on the first Friday in March.

Everyone is welcome to gather and celebrate the service prepared by the women of Nigeria.

The World Day of Prayer is celebrated in over 120 countries. It begins in Samoa on March 6, and prayer in native languages travels through the world, through Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Canada and the United States, before finishing in American Samoa some 38 hours later. It becomes a worldwide wave of prayer.

For additional details on the Weyburn World Day of

Prayer services, contact Pat Wolensky or Velma Hoff-

man at St. Vincent de Paul parish.

The WeyStrong Cancer Support Services Inc. is hosting a 2nd annual Bunco ladies night this Saturday, March 7 at Knox Hall.

The event is returning for another year of fun and laughter. A small cash bar, 50/50, raffle table and a silent auction table will be available for the evening which has been moved to a larger facility this year to accommodate the interest in the event. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. for ladies to sign in, purchase raffle and 50/50 tickets, start bidding on the silent auction, as well as getting a little bit of visiting in before the game begins at 7:00 p.m.

There will be an intermission between rounds as well.

Bunco is a no skill required dice game and is open to all ladies over 19 years of age. The evening is much like an evening at bingo - it’s a fun, but sometimes com-

petitive vibe in the air with chit chat and lots of laughter and banter.

This is not a team game, so women are welcome to come on their own. The group of ladies is very welcoming and thanks to medications and menopause, they sometimes have trouble remembering names so name tags are worn which offers an opportunity for ladies to actually get to know others attending the event. It’s not an overly late evening, wrapping up around 10:00-10:30 p.m.

All proceeds are used to directly impact women of all ages and stages of their diagnosis. Once a woman has received a cancer diagnosis, it’s something that is part of their life forever.

Unfortunately, cancer is not something you can just forget about once the treatments are done. A variety of educational events, Coffee &

Connection, fun gatherings such as axe throwing and the annual free all day retreat day in October are all offered by the group.

Tickets are just $40 and available through the WeyStrong facebook page or by emailing weystrong2024@ gmail.com. If anyone is interested in sponsoring or donating any prizes, they are still accepting them and would be truly appreciated.

WeyStrong Cancer Support Services Inc. is a registered non-profit organization offering a variety of peer-based supports for any women who have received any type of cancer diagnosis. While based in Weyburn, WeyStrong aims to support all women in the southeast corner of the province. All the funding comes from sponsorship, individual donations and fundraiser events such as the Bunco night.

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All Services: 10:30 am Come Worship with us

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In-person services at 10:30 a.m. Sundays as well as online services at https:/www.youtube.com/channel/ UCDAwgFvd4Vc0fv-XGOzS4vw/ You can contact the church at 306-861-9949 Pastor: Doug Loden Everyone Welcome

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Week Day Masses Tuesday 6:30 pm Wednesday & Thursday 9:00 am Fri. 12:10 pm Praise be Jesus Christ, Yesterday, Today & Forever

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FROM THE SIDELINES: An Olympics stakes take

Norm Park SaskToday.ca I just knew I had to comment on the recently completed Olympic games, but also realized I had to do so with mixed feelings and assessments, as if my assessments meant anything.

Over the more than two-week period I viewed about 30 hours of action over and above opening and closing ceremonies.

There is still some magic in Olympic moments, but I’m guessing due to age, I’m getting a bit sceptical, especially this year.

I viewed the smooth slotted tracks for ski jumpers to glide in to the take off? When did that become a thing?

Most Olympic athletes are no longer amateurs. That went out the window years ago and Canadian athletes continue to be among the poorest in terms of compensation from their governing bodies.

What really got me musing however, were the sundry take away moments from various sports. I mean how many kinds of skiing and snowboarding events can they jam into these games? You see a skier coming down a hill, knees bobbing. Moguls? Or is he or she going to go sailing? Is this an event where they are required to do some aerial circuits before landing on something that resembles snow, and in some instances, actually is snow?

There was the Big Air event. I watched some of that, but determined that if I had missed the Small or Middle Air competition, it would be difficult to catch up. So I quit viewing those guys. Then there was ski mountaineering. I kid you not. I didn’t view any of that but I suppose it involved, skis and then no skis, maybe climbing boots and grapple hooks? Then a rumble and tumble to the finish line? Maybe they were also required to shoot a rifle like in the Bi-event?

Snowboarding grabbed my attention until, of course, I got confused again. Racing? Slope style? Half pipe? What happened to quarter pipe and full pipe? Again, lots of aerial gymnastics before landing on specially crafted surfaces. There was nothing much genuine about it, other than the athletes themselves and sometimes the unwelcomed snowfall in Cortina. Funny how they didn’t like snow during the winter games.

Figure skating? Slick ice, lots of aerial twists, turns and spins to go with balletlike movements in between. Fall once, and they’re done. All those hours and years up in smoke in a matter of one second.

As in skiing and snowboarding, the figure skaters also had team events that I really never caught on to as scores and results flashed on the screen for four seconds and then disappeared. How did the judges work it out? No explanations. Maybe they

were all consumed with A.I. doing the judging? Wait a minute first place team is now in fourth place? Do they skate, snowboard or ski again tomorrow? Was this the short program or long program? Is it over?

Oh well, embracing their trainers, coaches, nutritionists, psychologists and choreographers, were fine viewing moments. And when family members and fellow competitors were included on occasion, even better.

Then there were the sliders, like luge and skeletons (no comment on that designation) and bobsleighs for one, two, three or four drivers and passengers with no Uber service in sight.

How about speed skating? Again, a wild world of mixed events involving individuals, teams as well as mob skates and timed skates of varying distances. You had to be alert to find out what was happening on those tracks. Were they long, short or medium lengths? Stay tuned, you may find out. You may have learn who won if you stuck around long enough. They even had some pursuits … what? You mean the ICE agents made it all the way to Milano and Cortina to pick up the stray losers to send to El Salvador or Sudan for a few months? Or they could just shoot them? No repercussions unless they were a medallist I’m guessing. It’s the infallible ICE team, sent in as a security measure for the U.S. athletes, just adding to the excitement.

Curling has even caught on to the addon circus. We have doubles and mixed doubles curling along with traditional sets involving four person teams, both mixed and matched. Is nothing sacred anymore?

And, of course, there was hockey with the pure professionals back on tap for both women and men. Professional hockey seasons were put on hold to accommodate the many players who wished to play in the Olympics for their home country or adopted country so that tells me something.

If the big name, big money professional sporting world is willing to postpone two weeks of a regular season to accommodate the Olympics then the Olympics still hold a pail full of gravitas on the world scene. The emotional moments we viewed verifies and solidifies the fact the Olympic Games and Olympic spirit lives on, even if guys like me have to work to sort out the various events, terms, conditions and outcomes. It’s still worth the effort.

Besides various side views of the host communities were intriguing for those of us who will never get to see the real Italy at its finest. That was just a bonus while tapping into all the athletic action.

Oh, also, it seems The U.S. beat Canada for the gold medals in hockey, just in case you hadn’t heard about that yet!

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Weyburn police arrest four people on outstanding warrants

SaskToday staff The Weyburn RCMP and Weyburn Police Service have announced the arrest of four people.

According to a news release from the Weyburn RCMP on March 2, police executed four arrest warrants Feb. 14 across multiple locations in the Weyburn area.

Two men and two women were arrested on the warrants, which were from charges laid by the WPS. Among the charges for each person is failing to attend court.

One person has charges that include break and enter, another is charged with operating a conveyance while impaired, a third is charged with obtaining lodging by fraud and a fourth is facing traffic charges.

The RCMP said the individuals are scheduled to appear in Weyburn Provincial Court on various dates in March.

The Weyburn RCMP thanked the Weyburn Police Service for their collaboration in arresting these individuals.

Intoxicated individuals lodged in cells

The Weyburn Police Service responded to 66 calls for service during the week of February 23 to March 1.

Break and Enter/Theft: Police received a report on February 23 of two trailers that had been broken into behind a local business. Investigation determined that a number of power tools and a generator were stolen. The estimated loss exceeds $10,000 The investigation is ongoing.

Drunk in Public: In the late evening hours of February 23, police responded to a report of a highly intoxicated individual at a local hotel. Upon arrival, officers located the hotel clerk outside for her safety.

Police found an adult male who was heavily intoxicated and unable to access his room. As there was no responsible party available to care for him, he was arrested for Drunk in Public and lodged in cells until sober. Due to his behavior during police interaction, it was determined that he could not safely remain at large.

Police responded to a concerned citizen reporting a possible break and enter in progress at a residence on February 26.

Upon arrival, officers located an adult

male who was extremely intoxicated and uncooperative. Following a brief struggle, the individual was taken into custody for and lodged in cells until sober.

Police determined there was no evidence of a break and enter. The individual appeared confused about his location and actions.

Community Policing/School Visits: Members of the Weyburn Police Service have been attending Weyburn Comprehensive School for walkthroughs and to have lunch with students.

Visits are part of ongoing community engagement initiatives. If parents hear about police presence in the schools, the vast majority of the time (approximately 95%) these are positive, relationship-building visits intended to foster trust and familiarity between students and officers.

Anyone with information regarding these incidents, or any other matter of a criminal nature, is encouraged to contact: Weyburn Police Service: (306) 848-3250, the local RCMP Detachment: 310-RCMP (7267), or Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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CFIA’s proposed traceability changes at SSGA meeting

Ryan Young SaskAgToday.com The Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association held its semi-annual meeting last Friday at the Dakota Dunes resort, south of Saskatoon.

Members debated 15 resolutions from the floor with a little more than half dealing with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).

Nearly all of the resolutions passed including one asking the Stock Growers Association to lobby the CFIA and Canadian Cattle Identification Agency to put a hard stop to any increase in traceability requirements.

“Resolutions are the business of the organization. It’s how the membership communicates to the board what they want us to focus on for the next six months. The CFIA has

been a hot topic everywhere. It was nice to see that there was unanimous support for the direction that the board is heading, in terms of dealing with the CFIA, and I thank our members for their support today.” said Yorga.

Another resolutions directed the Stock Growers Board to ask the CFIA and Agriculture and AgriFood Canada to explore options to use the existing animal inspection system for animal traceability.

The meeting also had a presentations from Chief Commercialization Officer of SDC Farms Ednali Fertuck-Zehavi about the meat processing facility near Perdue, Saskatchewan currently under construction.

A Yo u n g R a n c h e r Seminar was held Friday morning prior to the main meeting.

Mainil Farms Ltd. recently donated $25,000 to the Weyburn Theatre Community Service Cooperative. Pictured, l-r, Theatre representative Sandy McCormick and Mainil Farms representatives Joshua Mainil, Davin Mainil and Dale Mainil. As a proud family business, Mainil Farms understands the importance of investing in community, not just for today, but for generations to come.

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Canadian cattle herd numbers increase

Ryan Young SaskAgToday.com The Canadian cattle herd has recorded its first year-over-year increase

Charlotte Kosior, left, was the Weyburn Agricultural Society $500 bursary recipient for 2025. Marla Holdstock, president of the Weyburn Agricultural Society, presented Charlotte with her award. Charlotte is currently attending the University of Saskatchewan, pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. She has exhibited many steers over the last nine years with the Weyburn 4-H Beef Club, and has volunteered with several organizations in and around Weyburn, including the Weyburn Agricultural Society.

since 2018.

Statistics Canada reports as of January 1st, there were 11.1 million cattle and calves on Canadian farms and ranchers, or 2.3 percent more than a year ago.

Here are some numbers that show a potential move to increase the size of the Canadian beef herd. The number of beef heifers for breeding were up 4.8 percent and beef cows were 1.9 percent higher compared to the previous year. Looking at Saskatchewan numbers, there were 2,050,000 head of beef cattle on January 1st , an increase of nearly 35,000 over the past year. On January first, there were 200,700 beef heifers in Saskatchewan -- an increase of 3,700 from the same period one year ago. There were 12,900 Saskatchewan farms with cattle and calves at the start of this year, or 175 more than the beginning of 2025.

Back to the national numbers, StatsCan says the slaughter of cattle and calves fell by 6.5 percent to 1.6 million head. International exports drooped by nearly 9 percent to just over 365,000.

Despite decreases, feeder and slaughter cattle prices climbed to record highs over

the later half of 2025 on global demand.

Moving to hogs, national inventories were down 0.8 percent to 13.9 million, while international exports of live hogs were up eight percent to 3.5 million. Hogs slaughter rose 1.8 percent to 10.9 million head. Hog numbers

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Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Nikolejsin, Inglis rinks claim Curl Sask Masters provincials

Randy Palmer SaskToday.ca An impressive week of curling has resulted in Curl Sask Masters men’s and women’s provincial championships for Weyburn’s Jim Nikolejsin and Yorkton’s Cathy Inglis.

Nikolejsin had a nearly perfect showing, dropping a single game on his way to claiming the men’s title, while Inglis was even better, going undefeated through her six games on the way to the women’s championship.

It was a great start for Nikolejsin, third Jaime Miller, second Ray Calbow and lead Darcy Cretin, as they put together a perfect 4-0 record to sit all alone in first place after the round robin. That sent Nikolejsin into the Page Playoff 1-2 game against Langenburg’s Jeff Hartung, where they’d drop a 4-3 decision and move on to the semifinal.

The Page 3-4 game saw St. Front’s Murray Sunderland score four in the fifth and five in the sixth on their way to a 9-3 win over Wadena’s Lloyd Franko, advancing to face Nikolejsin for a spot in the gold medal game.

There, Nikolejsin led 5-2 heading into the final two ends, but Sunderland would get within one with a deuce in the seventh before Nikolejsin finished things off with one in the eighth for a 6-4 win.

That sent Nikolejsin into the championship game against Hartung, and they’d get off to a great start, stealing points in the first four ends -- including a pair in the third -- to

build a 5-0 edge. Hartung got one back in the fifth, but Nikolejsin used his first hammer to score three in the sixth, and the teams shook hands after an 8-1 win for the Weyburn rink.

Inglis and her rink of third Joan McCusker, second Patsy Kuspira and lead Bev Fuches strung together four straight wins through their round robin -- twice hitting double digits in the process -- to finish 4-0 and advance directly to the final.

Wynyard’s June Campbell finished 2-2 and took Moose Jaw’s Diane Foster in the semifinal after they capped their round robin with a 3-1 mark. Campbell stole two in the first and another three in the second for a 5-0 lead, and after Foster battled back to make it a two-point game

after four ends, Campbell pulled away with another deuce in the fifth. A steal of two the next end would finish things off with a 9-2 Campbell win.

The championship game saw Inglis score one in the first and steal two in the third for a 3-0 lead, and after Campbell got two back in the fourth, Inglis looked to take complete control with three in the fifth for a 6-2 edge. Campbell wouldn’t go down without a fight, though, getting that three right back in the seventh, but Inglis would finish things off with a deuce in the eighth and an 8-5 win.

The Nikolejsin and Inglis rinks will now play as Team Saskatchewan at the 2026 Canadian Masters championships April 6-11 in Grande Prairie, Alta.

After a week off from regular league action, the Weyburn Red Wings will return to the ice and host the Yorkton Terriers at Whitecap Resource Centre tonight, March 4, at 7 p.m.

It will be an important game for the Red Wings, as they are currently eight points behind Yorkton for first place in the Bunge division of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League.

The Red Wings were last in action on February 24, when they lost 4-2 to the Melfort Mustangs.

In the first period, Melfort scored at 4:43, followed by a Weyburn goal at 8:08 by Will Munro to tie up the game, with assists to Callas Pierce and

Luke Schreder. The Mustangs responded with another goal one minute and four seconds later to regain the lead.

Melfort added two more goals in the second period, at 3:39 and at 18:25. Weyburn’s third goal was scored by Josh Karman at 4:50 in the third period, assisted by Rylan Pearce and Dion Schraeder.

Both Joey Rocha and Nate Stevens were in net for the Wings. Rocha played for 40 minutes and stopped 22 out of 26 shots. Stevens played for 17 minutes and four seconds and stopped five out of five shots.

The Red Wings have

The Weyburn U18 AAA Gold Wings will face off against the Regina Rebels in a best-of-three playoff series in the first round of the Saskatchewan Female

U18 AAA Hockey League.

Regina will have home-ice advantage, hosting game one on Friday, March 6. The Gold Wings will host game two on

Sunday, March 8 at Whitecap Resource Centre at 3:15 p.m. Game three, if needed, will be held in Regina on Wednesday, March 11.

Kaitlynn Nordal Freelance reporter Athletes from the Weyburn Skating Club recently

competed in the Moosomin Regional Competition, all skating in separate flights but each placing bronze or

higher in the competition.

The Weyburn Skating Club has lessons for children as young as four, starting in Pre-CanSkate before proceeding to the next levels: CanSkate, Bridging, Junior Development and then on to the STARSkate levels.

The Weyburn Skating Club runs lessons twice a week, with Pre-Can and CanSkate on Tuesdays and Thursdays, then Bridging up to the STARSkate levels on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Five of the club’s athletes attended the Moosomin Regional Competition on February 14 and 15.

“They all came out placing very well in their events,” said Diana Hay, the team’s social media coordinator. “They all skated in separate flights, and they all placed with a Bronze or higher.”

Brooklyn Hay started skating when she was five but took a couple of years off after completing the Pre-

CanSkate and CanSkate program. Brooklyn has moved from Junior Development to STAR 2 and is looking to move up to STAR 3 once competition season is completed. She received silver for her STAR 2 freeskate solo and silver for her STAR 2 elements event.

Minsa Manzoor began figure skating at the age of four and has developed a strong love for the sport.

Manzoor is currently competing at the STAR 2 level.

Manzoor’s dedication and positive attitude show in her steady progress, and she looks forward to continuing her journey in skating.

Minsa earned silver in the STAR 2 freeskate program and silver in STAR 3 elements.

Sara Woodard has been skating, off and on, since she was three and, in 2021, returned full time to figure skating, starting in Junior Development. Woodard is currently working on her

STAR 3 levels. Woodard received bronze in her STAR 3 freeskate and silver in her STAR 3 elements.

Rehaam Manzoor is now competing at the STAR 4 level as she continues to grow and challenge herself on the ice. Despite the challenges of limited local ice time and the significant cost of travel, ice rentals and coaching fees, Manzoor continues to pursue her skating dreams with dedication and determination.

Manzoor received gold in her STAR 4 freeskate elements and silver in STAR 4 freeskate.

Clare Crooks, 15, and in Grade 10, has been skating with the club since her days in CanSkate. Crooks is working toward her STAR 4 elements. She received silver in her STAR 3 elements and freeskate.

Their next competition will be the Winter Classic in Swift Current, which takes skaters who are STAR 2 and up.

“This is a huge event that happens every year and moves around southern Saskatchewan,” said Hay. “All the girls will be competing there next weekend in the same events they competed in at Moosomin,” continued Hay. “This will be their third and final competition of this year, so they are all practicing very hard to try to improve on their placements from the last two competitions in Moosomin and Pense was the weekend before.”

Hay had final words of encouragement for the athletes competing in the Winter Classic.

“We want to wish you all good luck. We hope you all do your very best and above all, have fun,” said Hay. The Weyburn Skating Club will also be hosting a carnival on March 15, at the sports arena at 2 p.m.

There will be a silver collection by donation for the entry fee, and a raffle table will be set up.

Weyburn’s Team Nikolejsin won the 2026 Curl Sask men’s Masters Provincial Championships over the weekend. Pictured, l-r, are skip Jim Nikolejsin, third Jaime Miller, second Ray Calbow and lead Darcy Cretin.

The Nikolejsin rink will represent Saskatchewan at the 2026 Canadian Masters Curling Championships, April 6 to 11 in Grande Prairie, Alberta.

Photo courtesy of SaskCurl

Weyburn Red Wings back on the ice vs. Yorkton Terriers five games left in the regular season. They will head to Yorkton on Friday, March 6, and then play a re-sched-

uled game against Melville on Tuesday, March 10.

The Wings end their regular season with a

home-and-home series against the Estevan Bruins on Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14.

Curling Club hosting bonspiels The Weyburn Curling Club will be bussing with action as the Men’s and Ladies Bonspiel will take place this weekend, March

6 and 7. Entry fee is $320 for the Men’s Bonspiel as it includes skins format. The entry fee for the Ladies Bonspiel is $200. There will be a

steak supper on Saturday for both men and ladies, which is included in the entry fee.

Extra supper tickets can be purchased for $30.

Gold Wings to face Rebels in playoffs

Weyburn skaters earn medals at Moosomin competition

Five members of the Weyburn Skating Club recently competed in the Moosomin Regional Competition. Back row, l-r, Brooklyn Hay and Minsa Manzoor. Front row, Sara Woodard, Rehaam Manzoor and Clare Crooks. All skaters Photo courtesy of Diana Hay placed bronze or higher.

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Obituaries

Delores Meyer

It is with deep sadness that the family of Delores Meyer announces her peaceful passing at the Arcola Hospital on Friday, February 20, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Delores was born in 1952 in Hudson Bay, SK, to John and Elsie Holinaty.

Delores leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Tacey of Weyburn; son Jay (Janelle) of Regina; and her seven beloved grandchildren Talen, Rylan, Rese, Denae, Amryn, Tyce and Daxan. She will also be lovingly remembered by extended family, many dear friends, and her faithful pup, Phil. She is survived by her beloved Aunt Ethel; brother Gene (predeceased by his wife, Barb); brother-in-law Earl (husband of her late sister, Vi); and her sister Patsy and her husband, Gordy. A celebration of life for both Delores and her late husband, Brian, will be held in the spring. Details will be shared at a later date. Delores will be deeply missed and forever remembered for her authenticity, generosity, and unwavering love for her family and community.

In lieu of flowers or gifts the family asks that you donate to the Golf Kenosee Junior Golf Program, Box 98, Kenosee Lake, S0C 2S0. Family and friends are invited to leave tributes at www.reginafuneralhome.ca. Arrangements entrusted to Regina Funeral Home and Cemetery (306) 789-8850.

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