A group of participants from the Legacy Park Early Learning Centre enjoyed a walk through Jubilee Park on February 26, taking advantage of the nicer weather for some exercise and exploration. In the back row, from left, are Alexander, Emily, Harlow and Ayaan. In the front row, from left, are Wilden, Layla, Lily and Judah.
The 67th Annual Weyburn Rotary Music Festival will begin on Monday March 10 at the TC Douglas Centre.
There are 292 entries this year! The piano session will begin on Monday and will end on Thursday evening with a duet night. Their piano adjudicator is Lori Potter from Regina.
The vocal session will begin Sunday, March 16, with adjudicatior Spencer McKnight from Saskatoon and conclude on Tuesday evening with musical theatre selections.
The band session, with adjudicator Mark Zawerucha from Yorkton, will begin on Wednesday March 19 at St. Michael’s School and then sessions will be held at the Weyburn Comprehensive, Assiniboia Park, Legacy Park and the TC Douglas Centre
The full program can be accessed at https:// weyburnmusicfestival.com.
“Weyburn is extremely supportive of our music culture in Weyburn and we are proud to be having music festival here for the 67th year!” said Heather Sidloski. “The high caliber of music is a reflection of dedicated teachers and students who have invested a lot of time to prepare their performances for adjudication.”
The music festival appreciates the Weyburn Rotary Club for its continued sponsorship, Saskatchewan Music Festival Association for their support, SaskTel and Sask Lotteries who are major sponsors, Prairie Sky Co-operative Association for donating fruit baskets to the adjudicators, the Weyburn Youngfellows for tuning the pianos, Southeast Cornerstone
School Division for using its facilities, Coast Hotels for hosting our adjudicators, Whitecap Resources for allowing us to keep our entry fees low, and all the volunteers who help throughout the festival. Come out and enjoy two weeks of wonderful music performed by the youth in our community. A silver collection will be taken at the door.
The Stars of the Festival will take place on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 7 pm at the Weyburn Comprehensive Cugnet Centre and their annual general meeting is on April 10, 2025 at the Credit Union Community Room at 7 pm. This festival is run by volunteers. Please help keep this 67-year-old tradition alive and consider volunteering.
The Weyburn Wildlife Federation will be hosting a fun-filled “Take Me Fishing” day on Saturday, March 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the clubhouse south of Weyburn on Highway #35. The course is for kids aged 8-12 years of age that want to learn the basics of fishing. The class will start at 10 a.m. with lunch provided by the WWF. The afternoon activity will include fishing at Nickle Lake with pick up at 5:00 p.m. There are limited spots, so register early.
To register, head to the website at www. weyburnwildlife.com/ takemefishing or email weyburnwildlife@gmail. com and let’s make some great memories together.
FAMILY PLACE TO HOST PRENATAL CLASS TAKE ME FISHING DAY ON SATURDAY
Attention all expectant couples. The Family Place with be hosting a prenatal class on Wednesday, March 12 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Mama Coach, Ashleigh Dzuba, will help prepare you for the arrival of your little one.
Spots are limited, so call 306-842-7477 to secure your spot.
- Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Community News
Photo – Courtesy Regan Lanning
Police respond to theft, assault, and file 13 criminal charges
The Weyburn Police Service responded to 88 calls for service for the week of February 24 to March 2, 2025. There were 13 Criminal Code charges, along with six traffic offences.
Notable incidents during the week included:
Theft Under $5,000: Police responded to a local business on Feb. 24, where it was discovered the fence was cut and a spool of copper wire was stolen. Investigation is ongoing.
Assault: Police responded to a domestic disturbance at a residence on Feb. 26. The investigation found a male had assaulted a female. The male was arrested and later released on conditions. He will appear in court on a later day.
Possession for Purpose of trafficking cocaine: Police responded to a local hotel
to arrest an adult male on an outstanding warrant. During the arrest, police located cocaine on the male and other evidence of cocaine trafficking. He was then arrested for PPT cocaine. A search warrant was approved for the hotel room where two weapons (pellet hand gun and expandable baton) were found.
Charges include breach of probation, weapons dangerous to the public, and PPT cocaine. The male was remanded into custody for a future court appearance.
Possession of Property obtained by crime: Police were called to a residence in Weyburn on Feb. 28 of a possible break and enter in progress. Upon arrival an adult male and female from Moose Jaw were located outside the residence. Complainant was uncooperative upon police
attendance but the subjects were found to be driving a vehicle with a stolen plate from Craig. The vehicle was towed and both were charged with possession of stolen property and released for court on a later date.
Breach of Conditions: Police received a complaint on March 2 of an adult male contacting and then driving by an adult female’s residence that he is to have no contact with. The male was later located, arrested and held in custody for a later court appearance.
Mental Health/Well Being checks: Police responded to over 11 of these type of occurrences where assistance was offered. On one occasion, an adult female was in medical distress and was transported to Hospital for further care.
Steelworkers among those concerned about tariff threat
John Cairns SaskToday.ca
There is plenty of uncertainty among steel workers in Saskatchewan about the potential tariffs coming from President Donald Trump.
Steelworkers face the potential of broad-based 25 per cent tariffs that could come in March 4, followed soon after by potential tariffs of 25 per cent on steel and aluminum exports to the United States.
The situation seemingly changes by the hour. At one point last week it looked like President Donald Trump might delay the 25 per cent tariffs by another month, to April 2.
But then he confirmed the March 4 tariffs are still on, although there are some news reports that perhaps Canada could yet escape the full brunt of it.
right now isn’t good,” Day told reporters Thursday. “The fact (is) that uncertainty hasn’t changed, and it seems since Trump put in 232 originally.”
The number ‘232’ refers to Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, the section under which President Trump imposed a 25 percent tariff on steel imports back in 2018. “We haven’t been able to access a lot of lines or product down to the United States based on when he brought this in then,” Day said.
As for the threat of possibly being double-tariffed at a combined 50 per cent, Day was worried about the impact on the local industry including those working at Evraz Steel.
tainty.
“I’m just frustrated… We were having a conversation with the company a couple of months ago when Trump started talking about 25 per cent, and you know, then you get good news that he’s come to his senses a little bit. But then it’s starting a trade war now at 50 per cent. It’s not just affecting us. Obviously, it’s aluminum. It’s affecting everywhere….
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Mike Day, United Steelworkers Local 5890 President, spoke to reporters about the situation facing steel workers at the moment.
“The status we are in
“What’s this going to do to us? Sense on the floor right now is the possibility of a crewdown in the next three months. We’re not sure what that looks like, but order status is up in the air, so it’s not good.”
Day expressed particular frustration about the uncer-
“Across the board, USW represents thousands of members in both the steel and aluminum sector. The job situation is uncertain across the board. What we do know is that our international office has a subcommittee working with the White House trying to get some leverage in there, but it’s Donald Trump. We don’t know what we’re going to get to.”
Day said right now Evraz is at about 500 workers. There are about 50 working in their tubular division. He indicated there is some production that ships slab down to the United States.
As for potential alternative markets for Evraz products, Day is unsure where those might be.
“Where we are, access to shipping out to Europe our steel markets that way -- that’d be foreign to Evraz itself, I think, and even back to the days of Ipsco, we’ve relied on the U.S. market... what formerly was Ipsco (and) is now Evraz was the ‘little mill that could.’ And now, you know, we’ve expanded into multidifferent mini mills all over the place.
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Tyler and Jamey Sali attend introductory class on creating clay pots held at the Credit Union Spark Centre, in the pottery studio, on February 24.
Community News
Jhazleen walks the balance beam, with assistance from her Dad, during a pre-k Family Engagement for St. Michael School at the gymnastics club with Coach Chantel on Friday.
RCMP seek info on stolen truck
Weyburn Radville Fillmore RCMP are asking for the public’s help in locating a stolen truck taken from a seed plant west of Francis sometime between the evening of Feb. 28 and the morning of March 3.
The vehicle is a 1998 green Chevrolet 2500 with a built-in white toolbox, fire extinguisher, and vice clamp in the truck bed.
Weyburn-RadvilleFillmore RCMP are in -
vestigating and asking anyone with information to contact Fillmore
RCMP at 306-722-3400 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Police respond to increased amounts of mental health calls
The Weyburn Police Service responded to 61 calls for service over the past week between February 16 to February 23, resulting in a total of 20 charges. Of the charges, 10 were laid under the Criminal Code of Canada, eight under the Traffic Safety Act, and two under the Summary Offences Procedure Act.
The Weyburn Police Service has responded to a larger amount of calls relating to individuals struggling with mental health and emotional issues. Police would like to remind the public that if you or you know someone struggling that you can contact Weyburn Police Service who can assist with providing resources and further information. The public can also contact 8-1-1 for further support.
On February 16, 2024 Police responded to a local
business after a physical altercation between a customer and a staff member.
Upon Police arrival the customer had left the business. Through further investigation Police spoke with both parties and mediated the situation. There were no charges laid in this matter.
During the evening of February 17 Police were on patrol and came across a verbal altercation between two individuals who were heavily intoxicated. Police were able to deescalate the situation and provided safe rides home.
Several businesses over the week reported thefts of copper wire along with members of the public reporting stashes of copper wire found in a residential area. Police are investigating the reports but are asking for the publics assistance in these investigations.
Amid tariff threat, Beck launches ‘support local businesses’ website
Jon Perez SaskToday.ca
Opposition Leader Carla Beck praised the efforts of Canadians, including Saskatchewan residents, in supporting local businesses as a response to the threat of a potential trade war with the United States.
The Saskatchewan NDP leader, speaking to Saskatoon journalists on Wednesday, Feb. 26, at SaskMade Marketplace on Eighth Street, renewed the call to buy and support local stores and businesses to keep the economy strong. She emphasized that keeping Canadian dollars in the province benefits everyone.
“This is a call to action for all of us. We also know that so many Saskatchewan people are already making a conscious effort to shop local, support their neighbours, and support local and Canadian-based businesses here at home. We also know that in Saskatchewan, almost 80 per cent of shoppers are actively looking to buy Canadian or local. They’re looking to support great shops like the SaskMade Marketplace,” Beck said.
“When we invest in our local businesses, we see a domino effect across the economy and our communities. We want to make more jobs and businesses easier
for Saskatchewan people and folks here at home.”
Beck added that this is why they launched the shopsk.ca, where Saskatchewan residents can show their support by sharing their favourite local businesses, including tattoo studios, restaurants, breweries, grocery stores, shops, cafes, tours, bakeries, dry cleaners, hotels, automotive services and more. Residents can also grow the movement by signing the petition and downloading banners and avatars for their social media pages.
Some of those businesses shared on the site can be found in Estevan, Humboldt, Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon and Swift Current; the towns of Canora, Duck Lake, Gravelbourg, Indian Head, Ituna, Kindersley, Lumsden, Nipawin, Osler, Shaunavon and White City; the villages of Sedley, Torquay and Vibank; the hamlets of Oungre and Waskesiu Lake; and the northern settlement of Missinipe.
“This is just one more way that people can support each other and local businesses. I want to invite every Saskatchewan [resident] to visit our site. There, you can download social media graphics, sign our petition in support of Saskatchewan businesses, and my favourite
part is that you can submit your favourite local business to be featured on the site and learn more about spots that fellow Saskatchewan people have shared as their favourites,” Beck said.
“Supporting our neighbours has always been a part of who we are in this province. Looking out for each other is part of our DNA, and it’s the Saskatchewan way. Whether it’s families at their local grocery store or governments regarding public contracts and builds, it’s time to bet big on Saskatchewan, Canada. Let’s unite and do our part to ensure our dollars support and grow Saskatchewan businesses and the economy.”
Beck said that although Trump’s proposed tariffs are unpredictable, they will devastate Canadian industries that export goods to the U.S. However, she noted that Canadians did not start the potential trade war and that the country is ready to work with its southern neighbours, as it has for the past 150 years.
The 30-day reprieve given by the Trump administration on imposing a 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods will end on Tuesday, March 4, giving an air of uncertainty on the economic situation of both countries.
If you see any suspicious activity around businesses at any time contact Police.
On February 21 Weyburn Police Service received a call that an individual who is currently on release conditions was at a property he was conditioned to not be at. Police quickly located the individual who was arrested for failing to comply with his release conditions of a curfew and attending the specific property. The accused was released for an upcoming court date.
*Anyone with information regarding one of these matters, or any other matter of a criminal nature, is encouraged to contact the Weyburn Police Service at (306) 848-3250, the local RCMP Detachment at 310-RCMP (7267), or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Photo – Courtesy Dawn Purdue/Holy Family RCSSD
Opinions and Letters
Reader reflects on time spent in Weyburn as a missionary
Dear Leslie, Your article, concerning the missionaries, caught my eye recently. I’m writing to say how much I enjoyed your words and (for me at least) offer some of what Paul Harvey used to describe as “the rest of the story.”
More than 42 years ago, I was one of these missionaries and moved to Weyburn. For us however, we were the first missionaries to live in the city (for at least 10 years) so the first thing we had to do was find a place to live.
I don’t recall how we became acquainted, but I remember meeting Bill Mryglod at a pink apartment building located on 4th Street.
Bill took us inside the building and then downstairs to look at an apartment that was unoccupied - and had been vacant for some time. The hallway had a few missing floor tiles, used a pull chain light which lit the way to a washroom down the hall, but the price of $140 per month was affordable for two teenage missionaries representing the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-
Day Saints.
Because we didn’t have a truck, Mr. Myrglod was kind enough to help Elder Rowley and myself find some furniture - a kitchen table with chairs - a couple of dressers and beds at another building he owned in town.
During November of 1982, we set up a genealogy display in the Wey -
burn Mall. The display generated a lot of interest and we met a lot of wonderful people there. We even had a reporter from the Weyburn Review stop by to interview us.
For six months, fully one-third of my mission, I woke up each morning - and retired every night - within sight of Wey -
burn’s stately grain elevators to my south and the towering former Post Office next door and to the north. These unfamiliar landmarks quickly became my comfort - and kind of a surrogate for the Rocky Mountains I had never been out of sight from.
The elevators, the old post office and Mr. Mryg-
lod have all departed, but my memories and love I have for Weyburn remains.
One of my favorite memories of living in Weyburn was the day (January 1983) that Keith Sprecken invited Elder Rowley and myself to join him and inspect his farmland from the air. I’ll never
forget the incredible sight of the Saskatchewan Prairie, covered in snow, nor will I forget the sight of my new friends, the old Post Office and the grain elevators as they appeared from the air.
Blessings and best wishes to you, and the City of Weyburn!
Paul A. Young
of Weyburn in the 1980s,
Letter to the Editor and residents of Weyburn and area,
The article “Presentation made to RM opposing wind turbines” posted to SaskToday on Feb. 20, 2025, contains assertions by Rose McInnes that are inaccurate and lacking important context.
Ms. McInnes expresses concerns that the Seven Stars Energy Project will have impacts to wildlife, livestock, insects and the earthworm population in the area. It’s important to note that reducing impacts to wildlife is an important part of responsible wind energy development –Enbridge is working hard to understand, avoid and minimize potential effects throughout the lifespan of the project. This work is supported by independent, third-party professional biologists. We are not aware of any scientific studies that suggest regional earthworm or insect populations are impacted by wind turbines. Additionally, there is no credible, peer-reviewed research that we know of to support the claim that wind farms harm livestock such as cattle or horses.
With regards to the RM of Weyburn Bylaw amendment, in full trans -
parency, we voluntarily put the full application on the first page of our project website in January. As you can see in the application, we are simply trying to clarify that the domestic turbine height restriction does not apply to commercial facilities.
The article also states that a model was shown to RM council members demonstrating what turbines will look like at a distance of 1,000 meters from a residence. As Ms. McInnis knows from attending our Dec. 11, 2024 open house, our project layout has been updated to a minimum separation of 1,500 meters from a residence, unless specifically agreed upon by the landowner.
The Seven Stars Energy Project has the potential to provide significant economic benefits to the region – diversifying the local economy and providing a boost for local business.
We can point specifically to the following economic inputs: (1) A 200-MW project which commences operations in 2027 would contribute to the RMs of Weyburn and Griffin estimated tax income as well as provincial education tax revenue estimated at $25 to $30
million ($800,000 annually); (2) job creation of more than 200 jobs at peak construction and approximately 4 to 8 full-time jobs to be created during the operating life of the project; (3) contracting opportunities for material supply, and construction services companies during construction, operation, maintenance and decommissioning project phases, and (4) many other economic benefits to area businesses, such as hotels, grocery stores and restaurants, who will benefit from the presence of work crews during project planning and construction. Additionally, there will be direct compensation for project landowners, as well as additional community investment funding by Enbridge during construction and operations. We look forward to more facts-based dialogue with Weyburn area residents as we advance this important project in the months to come. Please go to Enbridge. com and search “Seven Stars” to learn more about the project.
Sincerely, Alex McNichol, Director, Power Business Development, Enbridge
An aerial view
submitted by Paul Young - that shows the landscape of the city at that time.
Editorial & Opinion
A NIKKEL’S WORTH IS NOT ENOUGH
As most of you already know, we lost a longtime colleague, Greg Nikkel, last week. It has been a rough week at the office as we grapple with the absence of such a huge part of our team.
I thought it would be healing for each one of us to write a little something regarding this legend in the community.
Where do I even start? This is going to be a struggle.
Greg spent many hours at the office, so it was never hard to track him down. Besides work, we bonded over our shared love of movies and views on politics and other community events. He was perceived as the quiet man who went about his duties but I can tell you, we had some very fiery conversations on some very offthe-wall topics. He definitely had input on every subject and I for one appreciated his input.
Scrolling through posts of the tributes written about Greg, I found one from the Weyburn Agricultural Society and it pretty well summed up everything I wanted to say.
The post read: “In Loving Memory and Appreciation.
It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Greg Nikkel, a dedicated and compassionate journalist who consistently covered our non-profit’s events. Greg had an incredible ability to capture the essence of our work and share it with the community. His reporting not only brought attention to the causes we hold dear but also highlighted the individuals and efforts behind the scenes that made a real difference.
We are incredibly grateful for the time and care Greg invested in telling our story, and we will forever cherish the positive impact he had on our organization and the community. His dedication to bringing important stories to light will always be remembered, and his legacy will live on in the work we continue to do.
Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. We are honored to have worked with Greg, and we will continue to carry his spirit of kindness and dedication in all that we do.
With deepest appreciation and respect, Weyburn Agricultural Society.”
I also found a few comments that our readers posted which I thought I would share.
“Growing up in Weyburn, you always knew to look for Greg and smile, hoping to make it into the newspaper. I taught my son the same, to see this guy and smile big, cuz you might become famous in town. So sad, sending sympathy to his family and friends in this hard time.”
“This is such sad news- a huge loss for our community. He was the heart beat of Weyburn - always where he was needed, covering all events, always willing to do what was needed.
“I’m so sad to hear of this news. Greg was a wonder-
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ful person that took pride in his work that he loved so much. This is a big loss for all of us.”
“Greg is one of Weyburn’s treasure.”
“What a loss to Weyburn this is! He had the pulse of Weyburn always! What a brilliant photographer!”
“He was such a pillar in our community and will be missed by many.”
“He will be dearly missed by all who knew him and the whole community!”
“He will be truly missed in our community! Such a wonderful man!”
“He was the face behind the paper, I remember my days working with him and he was always so helpful and knowledgeable! He def loved what he did!”
“Greg worked diligently to bring news of the day to Weyburn, and always it seemed with a sincere wish to build community.”
“What a loss to our community.”
“Greg was such an integral part of communication in our community, sharing every event and news story through his writings and photos. He will be deeply missed by all of us.”
“He was always a champion of Weyburn’s culture and community. Quiet, thoughtful and intensely curious.”
“One of the Good Guys, he will be missed, but never forgotten.”
“He was the face of the Weyburn Review ... everyone knew him.”
“Greg did so much for Weyburn, covering news and events. He and his contributions will be sadly missed.”
Thank you for sharing these with us.
I know the term RIP is used at this time a lot and I never really dissected the importance but from the bottom of my broken heart, rest in peace my friend and colleague. May you find peace and comfort in the arms of angels. You will be greatly missed!
Andrea Corrigan, Publisher
Greg was a relatively quiet and reserved presence in our office, but the enormity of his absence has been felt across our entire community.
Working side by side for the last ten years, I developed my own relationship with Greg, as did our other coworkers.
Our dialogue consisted of puns, corny jokes, and
discussions of musics, bands and concerts. I eagerly shared my concert experiences with him and listened to him recount attending the same band’s concert when he was a young man. We agreed on most music, but none so vehemently as the fact that Beyonce is not a country artist!
Greg was a wordie, meaning he loved words and word play. His extensive vocabulary and knowledge of the English language made him the go-to for advice on word choices and writing. I valued his input when I ventured into the writing world, and learned from him.
If you knew him well, you knew that he had an incredible sense of humour. He occasionally indulged in my silliness. When the two of us were the last ones in the office, I’d leave and say “See you tomorrow, Greg! Cheerios!” to which he would reply “Shreddies!”
There are many words to describe Greg, but for me, no word explains him better than the word DEDICATED.
He was dedicated to his wife and children, to his church and to his work, but also dedicated to our community. He loved Weyburn and the surrounding area, and it was that dedication that has preserved 30 years of history through his stories and photography.
I will miss you, Gregory. Your Nikkel’s Worth have become pennies from Heaven.
Leslie Coulter
I worked alongside Greg for almost 20 years. He was definitely a mentor to me when I was hired as a reporter for the Weyburn Review.
As the editor at that time, Greg had expertise in covering so many different community events, that he could be relied on if I had any questions to help me write my stories.
Over time, I slowly took over the sports news, and Greg continued to be the reliable journalist for city council, school boards, RM meetings, and many other board meetings. We always joked with him that only he would ever understand his own short-hand writing, and even looking at his notebook on his desk brings back those little moments of levity in the news department. Greg was always the person who could handle the ‘hard news’ situations, delicately covering those difficult moments in other people’s lives. There are so many SWNA awards and recognition for his work that are displayed at our office.
Most of all, Greg was a gentle giant. Just earlier this year, when I had to make the end-of-life decision for my cat, Sneakers, he was very supportive and understanding of how difficult a moment that was for my family. We will miss his ‘Dad’ jokes and his puns around the office. We will miss his landscape photography, and we will miss him.
Sabrina Kraft
I first met Greg when I started at the Review back in 2009. Even though I had seen him at various events in the community since moving to Weyburn in 1993, I had not been formally introduced to him before that day.
Most days at work, besides bringing him some printing or transferring a call to him, he was just there going about his work as he always did.
Although we definitely had different likes (such as my love of country music and his love of jazz - which I made the mistake of calling elevator music and he informed me it was the best music out there), we got along very well.
He will definitely be missed at work and by our entire community. Rest in peace, Greg.
Debbie Stuart
The Weyburn Review
Greg Nikkel 1961 - 2025
Sports & Leisure
Hunter Sands and Hadley Holdstock pass the puck back and forth, during a playoff game for the U13 AA Southeast Young Fellows Gold Wings against the Regina Rebels on March 2. This was game one of the round one playoff series for the Weyburn team.
Gold Wings face Saskatoon in playoffs
The Weyburn Gold Wings will face off against the Saskatoon Stars, in a best-of-three series in the Saskatcghwean Female U18 AAA Hockey League. Saskatoon has the home ice advantage, and will host game one on Saturday, March 8. Weyburn will host game two at Crescent
Point Place on Sunday, March 9 at 7 p.m. Game three, if needed, will be in Saskatoon on Tuesday, March 11.
The Gold Wings finished their regular season with a game against the Prince Albert Northway Northern Bears on Sunday, March 2.
The Gold Wings won 4-2 to finish the season.
Both teams scored in the first period, with Nola Exner scoring for Weyburn, off assists from Liv Peck and Jade Olszewski.
Two goals were scored by Weyburn in the second period, a powerplay goal by Jade Olszewski, as -
sisted by Kaitlyn Mah and Kinley Dammann, and an unssisted goal by Peyton Halayka.
The Bears scored twice in the third period, but another Weyburn goal by Exner, assisted by Olszewski and Julia Durr, secured the win for the Gold Wings.
Red Wings host annual Calcutta shootout fundraiser
The Red Wings faced up against the Melville Millionaires during a home game at Crescent Point Place on February 28.
After the game, the team held their annual Calcutta Shootout, a fundraiser for the club. Jaxson Ruthven would be the winner of the Calcutta, with Angelo Zol finishing second. Kelvin Gray, a guest shooter representing Richardson Pioneer, would finish third.
In game action, the Red Wings lost 5-2 to the Millionaires. Melville opened up scoring with one goal in the first period, and took an early lead by scoring two more times in the second.
Both teams scored twice in the third period. Goals for Weyburn were scored by Liam Fitzgerald and a powerplay goal by Blake Betson. Assists were provided by Dallen Oxelgren, Lucas Schmid, Josh Karman and Luck Schraeder.
Angelo Zol was in net for the Red Wings, and stopped 21 out of 25 attempts on goal.
Earlier in the week, the Red Wings won 4-2 over Humboldt during a game held February 26.
In the first period, Jerome Maharaj scored an unassisted goal, and Braigh LeGrandeur scored a goal off an assist from Jaxson Ruthven.
In the second period, Wyatt LaCoste scored with assists from Max Chak -
rabarti and Matthew Edwards. The Broncos tried to tie up the game, but only managed to score twice in the third period. Luke Dekay scored an empty net goal for Weyburn in the last minute of play to secure the lead with Drew Molde earning an assist.
Ty Matonovich was in net for the Red Wings, and stopped 38 out of 40 attempts.
The Red Wings have six games left in the regular season. They were in Notre Dame on Tuesday Night, and will have a home-andhome series against the Millionaires on Friday, March 7 at Crescent Point Place and Saturday, March 8 in Melville . It is tight competition for first place in the Viterra division of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League right now.
As of press deadlines, the Red Wings are holding onto first place with 64 points, but the Yorkton Terriers are only one point behind.
The Melville Millionaires are also in the mix, currently in third place with 61 points. This will make the upcoming home-andhome series with the Millionaires a very important one for the Red Wings.
Fans are encouraged to pack the stands and cheer on the Weyburn Red Wings as they continue to compete for first place.
Molnar earns powerlifting gold along with National Champion title
Avryelle Molnar started going to the gym and weightlifting in the fall of 2024. To ensure she was learning to lift properly, her parents enrolled her in a powerlifting class at Olympic In Depth with coach, Ryan Fowler. She took another class in spring of 2024 and then joined the powerlifting team in August.
Avryelle set her sights on nationals and on February 24 this year, had her dreams come true when she became a gold medallist and National Champion for powerlifting. She competed in the Sub Junior age category (14-18 year olds) in the 63 kg weight category. Her National lifts consisted of 85 kg for squat, 47.5 kg for bench press and 115 kg for deadlift. Since Nationals was just her third meet, winning seemed like a large task. However, after being a part of the OID powerlifting team for six months she obtained a spot on the national team. Being able to wear the maple leaf and represent her country is something she hoped to do in the future, but with hard
word and dedication, she was able to earn the opportunity at just the age of 15.
Avryelle will be attending Worlds in Costa Rica later this summer.
Photo – Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Avryelle Molnar
Pink Shirt Day
February 26, 2025
Students from LPES, APES and St. Michael School celebrated Pink Shirt Day.
Agriculture, Oil & Business
Mike Manko-Bauche repairs a bicycle, while attending a Repair Cafe held at the Weyburn Public Library on March 1. Many different volunteers helped repair household items throughout the day.
Photo – Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Weyburn Regional Economic Development supports Seven Stars Energy Project
Weyburn Regional Economic Development (WRED) fully supports the Seven Stars Energy Project and recognizes the substantial economic benefits it will bring to the region.
With an estimated economic impact of $3.4 million to $4 million annually, this project represents a total investment of approximately $100 million over its 30-year lifespan, creating lasting opportunities for businesses, workers and the local economy.
The Seven Stars Energy Project will generate employment, increase demand for local services, and drive revenue for businesses of all sizes. Construction companies, equipment suppliers, transportation services, and hospitality providers will all experience increased activity. Additionally, local restaurants, retail stores, and service providers will benefit from the influx of workers and business representatives supporting the project.
“When projects like
Seven Stars move forward, the positive economic effects are felt across the entire region,” said Monica Osborn, Executive Director of WRED. “A new investment doesn’t just mean jobs in construction and energy – it means more customers for local coffee shops, higher demands for accommodations, and increased sales for retail businesses. The effects are widespread, touching nearly every sector of our economy. This kind of sustained economic activity can even lead to wage increases for employees at small businesses, creating more financial stability for families in our community.”
Clean energy projects like Seven Stars also aligns with broader regional economic development initiatives. Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) funds programs that support small business growth and a prosperous, sustainable Prairie economy. Economic growth driven by major investments, com -
bined with additional resources and loan assistance to small businesses all contribute to a vibrant community. As the local economy strengthens, businesses gain greater access to funding, mentorship, and expansion opportunities – creating a cycle of economic success that benefits both industry and entrepreneurship.
WRED remains committed to supporting all forms of investment, whether in renewable energy, oil and gas, health care, lithium, agriculture, IT, or other industries. Every project, big or small, contributes to the economic vitality of the region and helps build a sustainable future for Weyburn and surrounding area.
“Our message is clear –Weyburn is open for business,” added Osborn. “We welcome any company looking to invest in our region, and we will continue to work with industry leaders to create an environment that supports growth, innovation, and long-term success.”
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March proclaimed Cdn. Agriculture Literacy Month
Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month (CALM) will be celebrated for the entire month of March.
This year’s theme is “Saskatchewan Agricul -
Agriculture Literacy Month has been proclaimed in Saskatchewan, providing an opportunity for students in schools around the province to connect with agriculture through various presentations led by industry volunteers.
NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT TOWN OF YELLOW GRASS
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the TOWN OF YELLOW GRASS for the year 2025 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 8-12 and 1-5, on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursdays.
A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. All fees must be submitted to the local assessor at the TOWN OF YELLOW GRASS
All appeals must be filed with the Secretary of the Board of Revision, Nicolle Hoskins, which can be sent electronically to: secretary@westernmunicipal.ca, or via post/mail to TOWN OF YELLOW GRASS, Box 270, Yellow Grass, SK S0G 5J0, and forwarded to the Secretary of the Board of Revision.
Any person wishing to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the assessor at the TOWN OF YELLOW GRASS, 102 Coteau Ave. W. Yellow Grass, SK S0G 5J0. A notice of appeal, accompanied by a $50.00 appeal fee, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be submitted by the May 6, 2025.
Dated this 7th day of March, 2025.
Wendy Wood Assessor
ture: How Food Connects the World” and will see industry volunteers from all levels of food production join classrooms to engage with nearly 7,000 students to share presentations and personal experiences to help them learn more about agriculture. Agriculture in the Classroom, an important and well-established advocate for the industry in Saskatchewan, is providing 140 volunteers to assist with presentations throughout the month. For more information about CALM activities in Saskatchewan, residents can visit: https:// aitc.sk.ca/programs/ canadian-agriculture-literacy-month-calm.
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Province to
protect communities from fentanyl/methamphetamine
The Government of Saskatchewan announced further measures to protect communities from illicit fentanyl and methamphetamine production, transportation, trafficking and street use in the province.
The measures enacted will provide additional tools to remove fentanyl and methamphetamine from our communities, significantly deter anyone from trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine, and prevent street-level use to help protect the health and safety of all citizens and ensure our medical system is not undermined by these harmful substances.
These measures will include:
• Creating provincial penalties, including fines up to $1 million in some cases, to stop the unauthorized, production, transportation, distribution and use of these substances outside approved medical use.
• Examining updates to the Fine Option program that will allow offenders to receive credit against court-imposed fines if the offender attends eligible addictions programming.
• Focusing efforts under The Seizure of Criminal Property Act, 2009 that allow the government to seize property that was either gained through illegal activities or used to commit crimes.
• Prioritizing drugrelated offenders, ensuring they are appropriately apprehended and held accountable, as part of the Warrant Intelligence Team’s efforts to enhance public safety and disrupt illegal drug activity. The
Warrant Intelligence Team will also work with government ministries to suspend government benefits to these offenders.
• Updating the Trespass to Property Regulations to classify drug use and other disruptive activities as trespassing, to defend against these activities in semi-public spaces.
• Including dangerous, drug-related items as street weapons in The Safe Public Spaces (Street Weapons) Act, allowing police to seize these items and in some cases lay charges under the Act.
• Implementing policies to cancel provincial licens-
es for people convicted of drug-related crimes including driver’s licences, provincial firearms licences, hunting and fishing licences, and in some cases business and other municipal licenses and provincial benefits.
Fentanyl and methamphetamine are increasingly the cause of overdose deaths, violent crime and community instability. By addressing both the supply and demand sides of the issue, these measures work toward reducing drug-related harm, improving public safety and fostering healthier, more stable neighborhoods and communities.
NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT VILLAGE OF MCTAGGART
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the VILLAGE OF MCTAGGART for the year 2025 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 8-12 and 1-5, on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursdays.
A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. All fees must be submitted to the local assessor at the VILLAGE OF MCTAGGART All appeals must be filed with the Secretary of the Board of Revision, Nicolle Hoskins, which can be sent electronically to: secretary@westernmunicipal.ca, or via post/mail to VILLAGE OF MCTAGGART, Box 134, McTaggart, SK S0G 3G0, and forwarded to the Secretary of the Board of Revision.
Any person wishing to discuss the notice of assessment or pot ent ia l appeal ma y co nt ac t th e as se sso r at th e VI LLA GE OF MC TA GGA RT , 102 Coteau Ave. W. Yellow Grass, SK S0G 5J0. A notice of appeal, accompanied by a $150.00 appeal fee, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be submitted by the May 6, 2025.
Dated this 7th day of March, 2025.
Wendy Wood Assessor
Envision Counselling seeks board members to guide mission
Envision Counselling and Support Centre Inc. is inviting individuals with a passion for fostering positive change to join its board of directors. As a community-based, non-profit organization with over 30 years of service, Envision provides essential counselling and support to individuals, families and communities across the region.
The organization is looking for board members to help guide its mission and ensure the needs of the community are met. Monthly meetings will be held, alternating between Weyburn and Estevan,
with virtual participation options and mileage reimbursement available.
Envision is particularly seeking individuals with expertise in law, justice, finance, or Indigenous representation to enhance the board’s diversity and strengthen the organization’s governance.
They offer a variety of programs at each of our four office locations in Estevan, Weyburn, Carlyle and Oxbow.
Applications are open until April 10, 2025, at 5 p.m. To apply or learn more, visit www.envisioncounsellingcentre.com.
Tadgh and Rayth use homemade stamps to colour their sea creatures, during class time for the pre-kindergarten students at St. Michael School last week.
Photo – Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn Review
Lawrence Fellner
Lawrence Andrew Fellner, late of Weyburn, SK, passed away on February 22, 2025 at the age of 87 years He was predeceased by his parents, Max and Margaret Fellner; sisters, Dorothy (Raymond) Voigt and Florence Pachal (Gerry); and his in laws, Herb and Peggy LaBatte Lawrence is survived by his wife of 62 years, Heather Fellner of Weyburn, SK; his daughter, Jacquie (John) of Pangman, SK; his son, Michael (Fran) of Regina, SK; his son Brad (Kim) of Pangman, SK; grandchildren: Taylor (Dale), Jordon (Tanner) [Walker and Harlow], Jonathan, Andrew, Colton and Logan; sister-in-law, Bonnie (Frank) Kaip; brother-inlaw, Barry (Brenda) LaBatte; as well as many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins and friends Lawrence Andrew Fellner was born December 29, 1937 to Max Fellner and Margaret Balzer He was named after his beloved Grandpa Fellner He was raised on the family farm south of Pangman, that his son Brad is now the 4th generation to farm When he started school he could not speak English only German, later on as he learned the English language he taught his grandpa He graduated from Pangman and moved to Regina to take an accounting course at Balfour Tech He worked in Regina and Weyburn and would help out on the farm whenever he could It was in Regina that he met Heather and his life was forever changed They were married in 1962 His love for Heather was something to be admired As granddaughter Jordon put it, they showed us all what a strong healthy marriage looks like Lawrence and Heather settled in Regina, where Jacquie and Mike were both born Lawrence would work as a bookkeeper over the late fall and winter and move the family to Pangman to seed and harvest The call of farming became too strong and they made the decision to take over the family farm and moved there in 1969 and Brad was born the next year Grandchildren arrived with Jacquie s girls first Taylor and Jordon then grandsons Jonathan Andrew Colton and Logan He loved his grandchildren dearly always so patient kind and loving with them He later became a great grandpa to Walker and Harlow and loved them dearly as well Lawrence and Heather moved in to Weyburn in 2002 and he continued to farm from there You could not take the farm out of his blood once a farmer always a farmer Even when his health declined and he could not farm he always wanted to come out and see the crops even riding the combine a few times Anybody that knew Lawrence knew what a great sense of humour that he had Always making jokes and comments that made us all laugh Right up to the end he kept that sense of humour and never complained about his poor health He loved sports having Rider season tickets for many years cheering on the Blue Jays and loved watching curling He was a hard worker all his life teaching us all what hard work can accomplish We know that we now have an angel looking out for the whole family Rest in peace to the best husband dad grandpa and great grandpa uncle and brother-in-law A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday March 8 2025 at 1:00 p m from Holy Angels Catholic Church Pangman SK with celebrant Fr Okafor Luncheon will be held at the Pangman School Gym Pangman SK Interment will be held at a later date at the Pangman Cemetery, Pangman, SK For family and friends so wishing, charitable donations in memory of Lawrence may be made to the Pangman Fire Hall Fund, (cheques made payable to: Village of Pangman), Box 189, Pangman, SK, S0C 2C0 or the Weyburn & District Hospital Foundation, Box 1416, Weyburn, SK, S4H 3J9 Arrangements are entrusted to RD Family Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Weyburn, SK (848-0333 1-888-848-0333) Expressions of sympathy to the family may be sent to our website at: www rdfuneralchapel com “Honouring Life and Celebrating Memories"
advertise when they were closing for holidays! Don retired from Pan Canadian and went to work full time at the upholstery shop with Bev always stressing to everyone that she was the boss Family travel and quality of life were always Bev’s passion Beverly was predeceased by her parents Nels and Svea Flaten daughter Diane Hansen-Hood brothers Norm Glenn and Delbert Flaten brothers in law Herb Warden and Fred Wilson and sister-in-law Vie Flaten Beverly is survived by her husband of 64 fabulous years Don Hansen daughter Carrie Giroux Moose Jaw and children Amber Eckville Alberta Denaye Arnett (Brendan) Yorkton and their children Kyler and Braelyn; Dallyn Klinovska (Dom) Nanaimo B C; Morgan Giroux Burnaby B C ; daughter Laura Watson (Drew) Mainprize Park Sk and children Max (Alyssa) grandson Cade Regina Sk ; Alexis Regina Sk ; son Chris Hansen (Jaylene) Regina and children Soren Isla Tryg; son-in-law Jamie Hood Weyburn and children Jazlyn Mclean Sk Clay Halbrite Sk ; Sister Audrey WardenWilson sister in laws Shirley and Doris Flaten as well as numerous nieces and nephews The Memorial for Beverly was held on Monday March 3 2025 at 1:30 p m at Grace United Church Weyburn Saskatchewan with Reverend Trust officiating Interment will take place at a later date Donations in memory of Beverly may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society at 500-55 St Clair Ave West Toronto ON M4V 2Y7 or to the family for the “Swim Saskatchewan Diane Hansen Coach Award ” Condolences may be left at: www fletcherfuneralchapel com Services in Care of Fletcher Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services Weyburn Saskatchewan 3-6-842-5432
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Midale kicks off fundraising efforts for new swimming pool
The Town of Midale is ramping up fundraising efforts for a new outdoor swimming pool to replace the aging facility that has served the community for decades.
Vanessa Lund, administrative assistant at the town and treasurer for the swimming pool committee, emphasized the importance of the facility.
“The pool is such an important part of the community,” she said. “It’s open to everybody. It’s also one of those things that draw people to live in our community.”
The current pool, which has undergone multiple repairs over the years, is nearing the end of its lifespan. When it was fixed last in 2016, repair specialists told the town that the fix would last about 10 years and that would be the last one for the existing pool, Lund explained.
“So we’ve known for a while that we needed to start planning for this eventuality,” she noted.
The cost of the new facility is estimated at $2 million, with $1.6 million going toward the pool itself and additional funds required for related infrastructure. Fundraising efforts have been ongoing, including community raffles and appeals to corporate sponsors.
“We are looking into
grants all the time,” Lund said. “We did one major fundraiser, raffling off a vacation. We have a few others coming up.”
Kingston Midstream made a $50,000 donation toward the project on Jan. 21.
“At Kingston Midstream, we are committed to building and maintaining strong relationships in the communities in which we live and operate,” the company said in a statement. “As part of our commitment to communities, Kingston Midstream provides funding opportunities three times a year through the Richardson Foundation to organizations that provide services in the communities where we live and work.”
Lund expressed gratitude for the corporate support.
“Shout out to Kingston. They know how important that is to our community,” she said.
The town hopes to avoid a full-season closure during construction.
“The company that builds these pools will come in the mid to end of August,” Lund said. “So we’ll lose a couple of weeks at the end of August. And they work right through until they can’t, and they come back again in the spring and keep working. So we shouldn’t lose a season. We might lose a little bit of two sea-
Her Place CoWork: A hub for women to connect and thrive
Anastasiia Bykhovskaia SaskToday.ca
A new co-working space in Oxbow is providing women with a place to connect, collaborate and grow their businesses.
Her Place CoWork, founded by Kristen Reed and Kim Friesen, opened in September 2024 with the goal of creating a supportive environment for women in southeastern Saskatchewan. The founders, both new to the area, recognized a gap in resources and opportunities for women to network and support one another.
“I moved to the area from Regina a few years ago, and … I was just feeling a little isolated from working at home,” said Reed, who is a realtor and works remotely. “I essentially just wanted to connect with other women in the area.”
Reed shared her idea with Friesen, who was immediately on board. “We had keys to a space within a week or so and started from there,” Reed said.
“Both me and Kristen aren’t from here, so we noticed that there was a huge lack of initiatives for women in the area. So that’s some-
sons, but not a full season.”
So far, approximately $100,000 has been raised, with a goal to begin construction by 2027 or 2028, depending on fundraising progress.
“We have to have the money before we can do it,” Lund noted, adding that they are currently getting into a more active fundraising phase.
Residents and businesses interested in contributing can find more information on the Town of Midale’s website.
thing we wanted to bring in,” Friesen added, who moved from Melfort.
Her Place CoWork, created by Kristen Reed and Kim Friesen, is located in Oxbow’s old school building and is designed to be welcoming and flexible.
Photo by Starr Mercer
The space, located in Oxbow’s old school building, is designed to be welcoming and flexible, and it’s also beautiful, Friesen noted.
“It’s a pretty casual en-
vironment. It’s set up to look like a home,” Reed said. “We’ve got a big kitchen table, another dining table and then cozy, comfy couches and chairs.”
The space is also highly adaptable, allowing for different configurations depending on events and work needs.
“We have this space where we’re able to bring in more tables for craft nights or rearrange things for yoga sessions. It’s really versa-
tile,” she added.
There is eight fulltime spaces available, but if women utilizing the coworking space work parttime, it can be upward of 1020 spots, Reed said.
Women can access the space through memberships or day passes.
“For a full-month membership, that will give you 24-7 access. You get a key, and you can come and go as you please,” Reed explained. “A month’s
membership is $60, a threemonth membership is $150, and a day pass is $15, but your first visit is free.”
Membership includes amenities such as coffee, tea and water, creating a comfortable atmosphere for work and collaboration.
Women interested in joining or attending events can reach out via Instagram or Facebook, where Her Place CoWork regularly shares updates and upcoming opportunities.
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International Women’s Day, March 8, 2025
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Why is defending women’s rights still relevant today?
Every year, March 8 marks International Women’s Day. This event highlights the progress women have made, while also acknowledging the critical need to continue advocating for women’s rights. Here’s why this struggle remains relevant today.
Persistent inequalities
Everyone has the fundamental right to live free from violence and discrimination. However, injustices in education, access to healthcare, voting rights and physical autonomy continue to affect women disproportionately around the world.
Unfortunately, the rights of women and girls are still being violated. For example, they’re at a higher risk of experiencing sexual harassment and violence, as highlighted by movements like #MeToo. Additionally, studies have shown that women around the world are paid less than their male counterparts for performing the same work.
Moreover, there’s still a long way to go to ensure all women have access to safe and equitable sexual and reproductive rights. In many parts of the world, women are forced by others into decisions around marriage, pregnancy, sterilization and abortion, often at the expense of their freedom and sometimes even their lives.
A necessity for all
Protecting women’s fundamental rights requires that these injustices be addressed and eliminated. Society can thrive only when their rights are protected.
Women and girls make up half of the global population, and their potential is equal to that of men. According to the United Nations, when women are respected and empowered, they directly contribute to sustainable development, economic growth, peace and security.
Employers, be allies for women
this imbalance. The answer is a resounding “Yes!” What can you do as an employer? Besides closing the wage gap, employers can support women by improving group benefits. Here are some effective improvements to consider:
• Providing access to hormone replacement therapy to alleviate menopausal symptoms.
• Covering infertility drugs.
• Offering reimbursement for post partum psychological followup.
• Increasing paid leave related to these issues. These adjustments can help reduce financial stress and anxiety for women in the workplace, allowing them to remain engaged and productive.
Are you an employer dedicated to improving the health of the women in your workforce? Talk to a local group insurance broker to find the best plans for your valued female employees.
