Martial art competitors presented red envelopes during the lion dance that opened
ate Club competition held at the Eagles gym on March 28.
YF Wives Women of Distinction nominees announced
The nominees for the Weyburn YF Wives Club Women of Distinction awards were recently announced.
The fourth annual Women of Distinction awards gala will be held at McKenna Hall on May 1.
Nominated for the Weyburn Credit Union Workplace Excellence award was Jennelle Wimmer.
Nominated for the Access Communications Exceptional Entrepreneur award were Britney Fisher, Jo Beach and Mikayla Edy-Lizuck.
Nominated for the YF Wives Community Service award was Krista Hubic.
Nominated for the Weyburn Oilwomen Young Woman of Distinc-
tion award were Jenica Whitrow, Jo Beach, Emily Edwards and Mikayla Edy-Lizuck.
Nominated for the Legacy in Arts and Culture award were Marley Brown and Regan Lanning.
The guest speaker for the event is Keely Shaw, who is a highly accomplished Canadian Para cyclist and exercise physiology researcher from Midale.
Specializing in the C4 category, Shaw won bronze at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics and competed in the 2024 Paris Paralympics, overcoming partial left-side paralysis from a 2009 horse-riding accident.
Tickets are now available for the awards gala by calling or texting Kristen at 306-861-1515.
Michel recognized for extraordinary volunteer record
Sabrina Kraft Weyburn Review
As the recipient of the 2026 Golden Spike award, Lindsee Michel was recognized for an extraordinary volunteer record and as an inspirational role-model who encourages others to get involved.
A true volunteer at heart, Michel hyped up the crowd for this year’s Communithon fundraiser, after taking her place at the podium.
“I’m standing here thinking that I would be way more comfortable if I was trying to convince you all to put in a Weymazing Race team this year. We’re looking, so come find me later and I’ll get you set up for the season’s fun feature on Access Communications.”
“Or maybe I would just feel comfortable if I was setting up a minute-to-winit game. We have our own heated rivalry between the Eagles football team and the AAA Gold Wings. They’ve
been going head-to-head for six years now.”
Michel noted her appreciation to Tara Keating for nominating her as the Golden Spike winner. “I am grateful for her thoughtfulness, and I think I know now why she didn’t tell me.”
The nomination packaged highlighted all the community involvement of Michel, including coaching Special Olympics, leading cheering soccer teams, mentoring students in the WCS Cosmetology Lab, supporting the Golden Leagues AAA program, and serving as an athletic trainer for youth in high school football.
“Her leadership shines through major community pillars, especially Communithon, where she has been a board member, organizer, onair host, entertainment scout, and now the Youth Ambassador Chair,” said award presenter Ron Irvine of Access Communications.
“She is also a powerful
advocate for women and girls. She has created empowerment events, founded the Young Female Athletes Symposium, and co-led initiatives like Bloom, the Menopause Rural Speaking Tour, and Spilling Prairie Tea programs designed to educate, support, and uplift women across southeast Saskatchewan.”
“Michel has consistently modelled growth, mentorship, and innovation. Her career reflects her remarkable ability to evolve, innovate, and lead, bringing passion, knowledge, and a genuine desire to help others grow. Her accomplishments are vast, but her legacy is simple,” added Irvine. “She builds people, she builds confidence, community, collaboration, and connection. She invests her time, her talents, and heart into making Weyburn stronger, healthier, and more united.”
“I am so proud of everything that I am a part of and
the people that I get to do it with,” commented Lindsee. “Because the truth is, there is not one thing I do where I’m not surrounded by an absolutely remarkable group of people. This recognition belongs to all of us.”
“I’ve had the privilege of experiencing some incredibly powerful moments with many of you.”
“Volunteering has always been a part of my life. It was instilled in me growing up. It never felt like an obligation. It’s something I genuinely look forward to.”
“I looked for what brought me joy and purpose and it led me deeper into a world I already loved, my community,” said Michel. “Along the way, I reconnected with people, built new relationships, and strengthened others.”
“It is never, ever me. It’s always a we. I thank every single person who has supported my ideas and been part of this adventure.”
“I know life feels heavy sometimes, there are challenges everywhere. Everyone is carrying something. I’m just
trying to add a little goodness, a little bit of light, and maybe even a bit of fun into life,” said Michel.
Good Friday, April 3rd - CLOSED Saturday, April 4th - OPEN Monday, April 5th - OPEN
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COMMUNITY
Easter fundraisers for the Weyburn Humane Society
Hop on over to the Metro Centre (Expressions Ladies’ Wear) on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the Weyburn Humane Society’s Easter Bake Sale.
Volunteer bakers can drop off baking from 9:30 to 10 a.m. and it will be priced at the sale. Please list ingredients on your baking so those with allergies are aware.
Trays and bags are available at the animal shelter.
All proceeds go directly toward helping the animals. Your support gives them the care, comfort and second chance they deserve.
The Weyburn Humane Society Easter Egg Hunt
Fundraiser is coming up quickly! A few spots are left. Make sure to book yours before Friday. Leave the set up to the Humane Society. Their volunteers will arrive to hide your eggs before the hunt begins and your family can enjoy the fun without the hassle.
The eggs will be filled with candy, and are available in packages of 25 ($20), 50 ($35) and 100 eggs ($60).
Reserve your spot by filling out the online booking form. The link to this form is on the Humane Society’s Facebook page.
All proceeds will go towards supporting the animals at the Weyburn Humane Society.
ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET
ANNOUNCEMENT
Dr. Ebelechukwu Ejiofor will be leaving her practice with the Weyburn Primary Health Care Clinic effective June 26, 2026.
Recruitment efforts for a new practitioner are underway. Patient information will remain at the clinic. Patients may request to be placed on a wait list for a new Primary Care Provider or have their patient information sent to another clinic at no cost.
For more information, please contact the Weyburn Primary Health Care Clinic at 306-842-8790.
The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce board of directors gathered after a successful annual general meeting on March 25. Back, l-r, Ryan Skjerdal (Vortex/MegaDry), Becky Grad (RBC), Jean-Michel Beauregard (Geek Bouteek), Dean Loberg (Southeast College), Shannon Fodchuk( Southeast Advocates) and Sean Stewart (Prairie Sky Co-op). Front, l-r, Tana Torkelson (Weyburn Credit Union), Nilesh Jejurakar (Microtel Inn and Suites), Chamber President Jordan Szczecinski (Farm Credit Canada), Todd Hastings (Don’s Plumbing and Heating), Chad Bailey (Re/Max) and Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Monica Osborn.
Wheatland Centre holds cribbage tournament
A cribbage tournament was held on March 14 with 14 tables in play.
Jerry Fowler and Kasey Fowler took first in the tournament, while Marlene Szczecinski and Norm Affie came in second and Mary Lou Schultz and Laurie Evans placed third.
In Spades on March 16, Stan Hubick was first, Kim Bent won second and Mildred Sandiford took third.
No prizes were awarded during Trump Whist on March 16. All were donated back to the centre.
In Kaiser on March 17, Jean Fahlman and Ruth Boren placed first, Eva Morley and Marlene Sczcecinski took second, and Kim Jacob and Kathy Jacob placed third.
During Canasta on
March 18, Joni McNaughton won first, Eveline Porte placed second, and Jean Knibbs came in third.
Hi-Low Whist was cancelled on March 18.
During Thursday Crib on March 19, Stan Hubick and Fran Long placed first, Marjorie McLeod and George McLeod took second place, and Phyllis Lindskog and Cris Herlick came in third.
In Friday Contract Bridge on March 20, Dave Creurer took first, with Bonnie Olvera in second and Lucie Nickel in third place.
Fun Crib was held March 21 with Rose Levesque placing first, Emily Zyla taking second and Norm Affie in third place.
In Spades on March 23, Stan Hubick placed
NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL 2026
VILLAGE OF HALBRITE
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Village of Halbrite for the year 2026 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the following days: Tuesday and Wednesday, April 2nd to May 5th, 2026.
A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.
Any person wishing to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the assessor at the Village of Halbrite, Box 10, Halbrite, SK, S0C 1H0. A notice of appeal, accompanied by a $350.00 appeal fee, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be filed with the Secretary of the Board of Revision, Nicolle Hoskins, Western Municipal Consulting Ltd., Box 149, Meota, SK S0M 1X0, by the 5th day of May, 2026.
Dated this 2nd of April, 2026.
Shauna Bourassa, Assessor
first, Marg Schultz won second and Fay Johnson finished third.
During Trump Whist on March 23, Glady Lokken and Janet van Winkoop came in first place, followed by Elaine Frasz and Jeanne Molnar in second, and Marge Schultz and Fay Johnson in third place.
In Kaiser on March 24, Eva Morley and Marlene Sczcecinski placed first, Norma Kapusaniuk and Melba Bent took second, Jean Fahlman and Ruth Boren came in third, followed by Marg Schultz and Fay Johnson in fourth place.
During Canasta on March 25, Marlene Sczcecinski won first, Chris Carter placed second, and Lavine Stepp came in third.
In Hi-Low Whist on March 25, Dave Frayn
and Brenda Paul took first, Janet van Winkoop and Emily Zyla came in second and Fay Johnson and Marge Schultz placed third.
During Thursday Crib on March 26, Marge Schultz and Fay Johnson placed first, Cheryl Vogel and Emily Zyla took second place, and Cris Herlick and Phyllis Lindskog came in third.
In Friday Contract Bridge on March 27, Jean Fahlman took first, with Dave Frayn in second and Erskine Sandiford in third place.
Three people attended Friday Board Game on March 27.
Fun Crib was held March 28 with Fran Long placing first, Norm Affie taking second and Emily Zyla in third place.
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Rural Municipality of Fillmore No 96 for the year 2026 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mondays to Fridays from April 2, 2026 to May 4, 2026.
A Bylaw pursuant to Section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.
Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal, accompanied by a $50.00 appeal fee payable to the RM of Fillmore, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, with: The Secretary, Board of Revision, C/O PO Box 149, Meota SK S0M 1X0 no later than the 4th day of May, 2026.
Dated this 2nd Day of April, 2026.
Vernna Wiggins, Assessor
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Edyn and Thayne discovered treasure hidden during an Impact day held at St. Michael School held March 25. The day was attended by children of age ready to enter pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten.
RONA Kids Workshop on April 4
Little gardeners and parents, are you ready to get your hands dirty and watch something grow?
RONA Weyburn’s free kids workshop is this Saturday, April 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
If you’ve been to previous workshops, remember to bring your apron and collect your new pins. Spots are limited and fill up quickly, so head over to www.rona.ca/en/ kid-workshop to book your spot online. If you can’t make it this time, the next workshop is scheduled for June 6 (registration opens May 25). Visit the RONA Weyburn Facebook page for more information.
EDITORIAL
THE ART OF FINDING WORK: BEING A ‘CULTURE FIT’ YOUR MOST PERSUASIVE SELLING POINT
By Nick Kossovan
Having a resume and LinkedIn profile that clearly showcase your qualifications and a track record of driving profitability is merely the prerequisite for securing an interview; being a ‘culture fit’ is what ultimately gets you hired.
Being a culture fit isn’t just a vague platitude; it’s an employer’s safeguard. The last thing a hiring manager wants, something I’ve done more than once, is to hire someone who ends up disrupting a well-functioning team. Conveying your intent to integrate is your most persuasive ‘why you should hire me’ selling point.
A candidate’s ability is subjective; compatibility is bankable.
Walking into an interview with an attitude, which I’ve encountered often, that your interviewer wants to hear how you’ll “disrupt” the status quo, is a recipe for a “we went with another candidate” email. Your ego might have you believing you’re a visionary, but in reality, you’re a threat. Hiring managers don’t wake up hoping to find someone who will dismantle their existing workflows, antagonize current employees, and disrupt a team dynamic that took years to build.
Employers want solutions, not projects. They want a human asset that generates an immediate return on investment, not a liability that requires an HR-led cleanup crew six months down the line.
Job seekers who believe they “know better than the employer” have a toxic mindset that contributes to the attitude pollution in today’s job market. Many job seekers have bought into the Silicon Valley folklore that every company is a stagnant pond waiting for a ‘change agent’ to stir its waters. Profitable businesses operate with proven processes and, as much as possible, a rhythmic culture. They wouldn’t be profitable if they didn’t. When a candidate comes across as a selfproclaiming ‘visionary’ who’ll ‘shake things up,’ a hiring manager doesn’t see innovation; they see someone who’ll be difficult to
manage.
Many job seekers have bought into the Silicon Valley folklore that every company is a stagnant pond waiting for a ‘change agent’ to stir its waters. Profitable businesses operate with proven processes and, as much as possible, a rhythmic culture. They wouldn’t be profitable if they didn’t. When a candidate comes across as a self-proclaiming ‘visionary’ who’ll ‘shake things up,’ a hiring manager doesn’t see innovation—they see someone who’ll be difficult to manage.c cultures. They wouldn’t be profitable if they didn’t. When a candidate comes across as a selfproclaiming ‘visionary’ who’ll ‘shake things up,’ a hiring manager doesn’t see innovation—they see someone who’ll be difficult to manage.
Hiring decisions are calculated risks; a hiring manager’s primary responsibility to their employer is to mitigate those risks. No responsible hiring manager will gamble their department’s stability on a cowboy when there are candidates who offer the same skills and experience with zero friction.
More than once, I’ve seen what was thought to be a brilliant hire escorted out within months because they refused to fit in. Their “impressive” qualifications meant nothing when they disrupted a well-functioning team dynamic, causing a dip in productivity and requiring the manager to spend more time resolving conflicts than hitting targets. As Adam Grant, a professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, popularized during the promotion of his book Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know, “The most effective teams aren’t the ones with the smartest people, but the ones with the most cohesive ones.”
The phrase “go along to get along” doesn’t indicate weakness; rather, it is a savvy job search strategy that signals you respect the workplace social contract and the team’s existing ROI. According to a 2023 LinkedIn Talent Solutions report, 92 per cent of recruiters prioritize adaptability and collaboration over raw technical
skill. Recruiters, especially hiring managers, aren’t seeking mavericks who’ll rewrite the playbook from day one. They are looking to hire candidates who can read and understand the playbook, execute the plays, and earn the trust of their colleagues and management team BEFORE suggesting improvements.
Integration is the prerequisite for influence.
A candidate who shows a desire to help the team (employer) achieve its goals is a good hire, not a risky one.
Candidate A: Pitches an overhaul of your processes. (I’ve interviewed many ‘Candidate A.’)
Candidate B: Asks questions that show they’re keen on supporting the current work rhythm.
Who will a hiring manager likely hire? Candidate A, who will likely be a high-maintenance liability, or Candidate B, who’ll get the job done without disrupting the team?
I’m not suggesting that during an interview you become a ‘yes person’; I’m suggesting that you demonstrate a clear understanding of how the employer’s business operates and succeeds, along with a willingness to help it grow.
Employers aren’t looking for a ‘hero’ to save them; okay, maybe
some are, but that’s reserved for the C-Suite positions. Employers are looking for candidates who’ll help them win more (read: increase their profitability), which doesn’t mean tearing their processes apart, being the proverbial bull in a china shop. In 2026, helping an employer grow means having professional maturity and emotional intelligence, especially at a time when everyone is afraid for their jobs and change is angst-inducing, to build on what’s already working.
If you’re getting interviews, a feat to be commended, but not getting any offers, take a hard look at your messaging. Are you presenting yourself as a catalyst for chaos or as a foundation for growth? Are you talking about “revolutionizing” or “optimizing”? The former sounds like a threat, while the latter sounds like a partner. With the economy becoming more volatile, employers are searching for professionals who can walk into a room, analyze the situation, and contribute without causing a ripple, at least not a large one.
Based on my experience, the best candidates, those I’m glad I hired, pitch optimizing, not revolutionizing Nick Kossovan, a wellseasoned corporate veteran, offers “unsweetened” job search advice.
SPORTS
Red Wings advance to semi-finals, face Bombers Friday
The Weyburn Red Wings will now advance to the semi-final around of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League playoffs, after a huge 6-2 win over the Nipawin Hawks on home ice on Monday night.
The Wings started strong in the first period, with Rylan Pearce scoring at 6:53 off assists by Josh Karman and Josh Sale, and Adam Savage Keller scoring a goal at 9:16, assisted by Sawyer Aquila and Sale.
The Hawks scored once in the first period with a goal at 16:03.
Weyburn pulled ahead further after a Roan Burgess goal at 12:24 in the second period, assisted by Drew Molde and Rylan Pearce.
Weyburn secured an important 6-1 win in game four, held at Centennial Arena on March 28.
Roan Burgess scored a Weyburn powerplay goal, at 4:31 in the first period, assisted by Josh Karman and Lucas Schmid.
The Hawks scored their second goal of the night at 8:46 in the third period. The Hawks pulled their goaltender twice to attempt to tie up the game, with Weyburn taking full advantage and scoring two empty netters, the first by Pearce at 18:56, assisted by Schmid and Sale, and the second at 19:32 by Sale, assisted by Pearce and goaltender Joey Rocha.
Rocha was a solid defense in net for the
Weyburn Red Wings forward Roan Burgess, at right, celebrated after scoring a goal on the Nipawin Hawks net during the second period of the playoff game held at Whitecap Resource Centre on Monday night. The Wings will face the Flin Flon Bombers in the semi-final round of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League playoffs.
Wings, stopping 34 out of 36 shots.
The Weyburn Red Wings took a 3-2 series lead after a dominant 6-1 win over the Nipawin Hawks in game five on the road at the Centennial Arena last Saturday.
Roan Burgess opened the scoring for Weyburn with a powerplay goal, at 4:31 of the first period, assisted by Josh Karman and Lucas Schmid.
Josh Sale added to the lead with a powerplay goal of his own, at 16:13 of the second period, assisted by Rylan Pearce
and Schmid, followed by a goal scored by Turner McIntyre at 17:34, assisted by Schmid and Sale. The Hawks finally got on the scoreboard with a late powerplay goal at 18:57.
Penalities piled up for both teams in the third period, which allowed Weyburn to pad their lead with three powerplay goals by Callas Pierce at 13:47, from Dion Schraeder and Burgess, D. Schraeder at 15:22, assisted by Pierce and Lucas Schraeder and Trennen Redlick at 16:45, from Adam Sav -
age Keller and Aidan Mohan.
Joel Rocha was in net for the Wings, stopping 38 out of 39 shots.
The Hawks tied up the series with a 3-2 overtime win in game four, held at Whitecap Resource Centre on March 25.
Sale opened the scoring for Weyburn with a powerplay goal at 13:22 of the first period, assisted by Munro and Schmid.
Drew Molde added an early second period goal at 1:41, assisted by Jaxson Doyle and L. Schraeder only to have
The Vilcu Karate Club had 26 students who won 53 medals during a tournament held in Weyburn on March 28. The club won 16 gold, 17 silver and 20 bronze medals to rank fourth among the 25 clubs at the competition. The tournament had 173 divisions and 211 competitors attend. Back row, l-r, Sensei Isaac Vilcu, Eric Satre, Tara Christianson, Brenden Hope, Riley Horton, Sophia Christianson, Chase Furgason and Grand Master Harold Vilcu. Middle row, Sensei Jeanette Vilcu, Breanne Morrow, Ariah Vansteelandt, Celeste Fitzpatrick, Aaliyah Vansteelandt, Caramia Hope, Autumn Vansteelandt, Sensei Jared Vilcu, Sensei Robyn Vilcu and Sensei Lila Fitzpatrick. Front row, Nate Horton, Buck Horton, Summer Vansteelandt and Jack Horton.
the Hawks respond with two goals of their own. There was no scoring in the third period with Nipawin taking the win in the first overtime.
Rocha was in net for the Red Wings, stopping 38 out of 41 shots.
The Wings won 6-3 in game three, on March 24 at Whitecap Resources Centre.
After a scoreless first period, D. Schraeder opened the scoring for Weyburn at 3:34 in the second period, assisted by Munro and L. Schraeder. The Hawks answered with a powerplay goal at 11:05 and went ahead less than a minute later with a goal at 11:58.
The Red Wings had a strong third period with three straight goals to open the period and regain the
lead. Mohan scored at 7:57, assisted by Pearce and Burgess. Pearce scored at 15:12, assisted by Doyle and Mohan and Callas Pierce scored at 15:46, assisted by Schraeder and Jonah Bierd.
The Hawks found the back of the net again at 17:14 but that’s as close as they got with Weyburn adding an empty net goal by Pierce at 19:14, followed by a Molde goal, with the assist by Pierce, at 19:50 to seal the win for Weyburn.
Rocha was in net for the Wings, stopping 17 out of 20 shots.
Weyburn will now move on to the semifinal round, where they will face the Flin Flon Bombers. Game one will take place at the Whitney Forum in Flin Flon on Friday, April 3.
Female Flag Football to start at WCS
Weyburn Comprehensive School has organized a girls flag football group this spring.
The first sessions were held March 23 and March 26 in the Eagle gym at 3:30 p.m. The goal is that the program can grow into something big and fun for the high school girls.
Many schools and communities have this program and with the facilities at the Weyburn Comp School,
they could look at a strong future of this sport in the community. The high school coaches and some willing community supporters plan to run this for the months of April and May. They hope that the girls can get a good introduction to the sport and plan on arranging games with other schools and groups in the Regina area for some competition.
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Lifelong Saskatchewan rider honoured as Canada’s top snowmobiler
David Willberg SaskToday.ca
Melvin Greening says he has been an avid snowmobiler almost from the moment the machines came on the market for recreational use.
He recalls when Polaris started releasing snowmobiles in the 1960s, and he says he had one of the first ones available.
Now he is been rewarded for his love of snowmobiling and his willingness to help others enjoy the sport.
Greening, who is part of the Estevan Snowmobile Club, has been named the 2026 Canadian Council of Snowmobile Organizations (CCSO)’s Outstanding Snowmobiler of the Year.
“I wasn’t expecting it, but the fellas here nominated me, and that’s how it carried on,” he said.
Greening says there are a lot of people who do the same or a similar amount of work, and if he does a little bit more, it’s because he’s retired.
“I feel good about it, but I know that there’s a lot of people that could receive it [the award], in this area,” he said. “There are a lot of good volunteers here and they do a lot of good work as well.”
During the winter
months, he’s busy marking trails alongside the club’s other volunteers. The club has some good, dedicated young people, he said.
“I enjoy being around all of the guys and getting this trail system going, which is very important ... to keep the safety part of it all good and have the trails marked well,” said Greening.
He recalls the club started in the early 1990s and then it faded for a few years. It’s going strong again, even though they have not had enough snow in the area some winters.
“Our biggest problem is now the last couple of years, the winters we’ve had haven’t been great. We lost our snow too many times,” he said. In the winter of 202526, for example, they had enough snow at one point to get the trails marked and to start grooming the routes, but then warm temperatures and rain melted the snow. They’ll take another shot at it next year, he said. Greening still loves what he calls the fun part of snowmobiling, which is the rides. This past winter, he went on three different trips. The first was to Greenwater in northeast Saskatchewan. Then he went to Kenora, Ont., for a few days, which
included a trip into the U.S. and a tour of the Polaris factory. And he headed to eastcentral Saskatchewan to ride around Duck Mountain and Madge Lake.
He said some people enjoy riding motorcycles and other people golf, but he likes to ride a snowmobile.
“Once you’re hooked on it, it’s hard to get away from,” he said. “There’s nothing like it. The crisp air and the scenery. It’s just a great sport. If you can go out with four or five guys or 10 guys, and get to a warm-up shelter and cook up some sausage, there’s a lot of fun and a lot of stories
to be told. It’s a great sport.”
Snowmobiling is also a family activity. His son, grandson and great grandson all enjoy the sport, and they have embarked on some four-generation rides.
“I remember taking my son [out] when he was four or five years old, sitting him on the front of me and bouncing across the fields, and they’re now doing it with their kids,” he said.
Greening and his wife of 58 years Judy put a lot of kilometres on sleds together, too, he said. They have taken trips all over Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario.
“I don’t know how many
miles I might have made, and how many machines I might have worn out. It’s just been a lot of fun. I’ve met a lot of people all over. It’s just great.”
He enjoys snowmobiling in the southeast and he loves riding through the snow in northern Saskatchewan.
“You can go down in the States. You can go to Ontario ... I’ve never snowmobiled much in Alberta, but northern Saskatchewan is as good as anywhere. We have the best trail system anywhere, I think,” he said.
In a post on its Sask Snow Facebook page, the Saskatchewan Snowmobile
Association said Greening’s work shows up across the trails.
“He plays a hands-on role in maintenance, supports ongoing development and promotes responsible riding within the community,” the association said.
“Saskatchewan riders like this keep our trails moving forward,” the post added later.
The recognition will be presented at the International Snowmobile Congress’ convention in Omaha, Neb., on June 6. Greening noted a dedicated rider and volunteer from Newfoundland-Labrador will also be recognized at that time.
Community support reached record levels for United Way Estevan
David Willberg SaskToday.ca
The United Way Estevan celebrated record-setting levels of support from the community during the organization’s annual general meeting March 25 at the Beefeater Plaza.
United Way board members and staff were joined by representatives of member agencies, community impact projects and other people for the meeting, which included a review of the audited financial statements, the election of the executive and a look back at the past year.
ing $415,149 during its 49th annual telethon last October, and donations continued to come in after the 33-hour broadcast ended. The money that was raised in 2025 will be distributed this year.
The United Way set a new off-air record by rais-
Audited financial statements showed the United Way received $441,494 in
Photo by David Willberg/SaskToday.ca
donations in 2025, up from $437,713 in 2024. Total revenues were $457,536, which was also up slightly from $454,866 the previous year.
Expenses included $328,050 for member agencies in 2025, compared to $301,500 in 2024, and $31,114 for the community impact fund, compared to $30,276 the previous year. Campaign expenses were $49,414, down from $51,100 in 2024.
The United Way had an excess of $19,510 in revenues over expenses in 2025, compared to $18,075 in 2024.
Auditor Angela Stepp from MNP said the numbers were “very consistent” from 2024 to 2025, and the local United Way is still in a strong financial position.
Brittney Brokenshire, who was the president in 2025, was unable to attend the meeting, but she sent in a year-end report for the meeting. She expressed gratitude to everyone who made 2025 a success.
“With the support of the community, we had a record-breaking year for funds raised,” she said. “I truly thought our goal of $360,049 was going to be hard to achieve, and the community support once
again blew me away.”
Brokenshire said she is still in awe of the money that was raised during the telethon, which will be directed to the member agencies and community impact projects. She thanked the board and the United Way’s staff.
“I cannot wait to see what the community and board have in store in support of the 50th year,” said Brokenshire.
The meeting was an opportunity to look ahead to what will be a milestone year for the United Way. Lynn Trobert and Larry Elash, who are the two longest-tenured board members, will serve as copresidents this year.
Trobert said it has been “quite a ride” since she joined the board in the early 1980s.
“I look around, and I look at all of these people that are here, and I think what a wonderful group we’ve got,” she said. “We’ve got all different ages. We have people that work so hard, and are taking so much pride in the United Way Estevan. And we appreciate that very much.”
Brokenshire made everything happen last year, Trobert said, and the board is very proud of the
work she did. Trobert recognizes they have a lot of work to be done, especially with the 50th telethon happening October 16 and 17. Trobert noted a committee has already been meeting to help make this event a special one.
Joining Trobert and Elash on the executive will be Brokenshire as the past president, Rebecca Foord as the first vice-president, Tania Hlohovsky Andrist as the second vice-president and Denise Olsen will be the treasurer. (SaskToday will have more on the 50th anniversary).
Brokenshire, Daniel Espelien, Wendy Gustafson, Doug McDavid, Linda Murphy and Mark Pettitt were re-elected to threeyear terms on the board. The meeting was also an opportunity to promote the annual Day of Caring, which will happen May 27. (SaskToday will have more on the Day of Caring in the coming days).
Member agencies and community impact projects also had their opportunity to address the crowd, chronicling their accomplishments from the past year, the work they do in the community and how they use the support from the United Way to deliver services.
Mark Pettitt presented the presidential gavel to 2026 co-president Lynn Trobert.
A four-generation snowmobiling photo that includes Melvin Greening, second from right.
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Girls’ hockey takes centre stage at Estevan tournament
SaskToday staff Girls’ hockey was on full display in Estevan from March 27-29 as teams from across the
region gathered for the annual U9/U11 Lemon Wedge Marketing Female Hockey Challenge. The tournament, now
in its sixth year, continues to grow in both participation and impact, bringing together young athletes while supporting the de -
velopment of female hockey in the community.
In the under-nine (U9) division, the Southeast GoldWings took top spot. The Moose Jaw Mavericks were second and the Yorkton Terriers finished third.
The GoldWings U11 entry also finished first in their age group, with the Prairie Storm second and Swift Current third.
A press release for the event states that while the on-ice competition was exciting, the event’s purpose extends beyond the ice. Chris Hammett, the female hockey director for Estevan Minor Hockey alongside Melissa Deitz of Lemon Wedge, say the tournament serves
as a key fundraiser for the High-Performance Female Hockey Fund.
“All proceeds from this tournament go directly back into female hockey,” said Hammett. “Our goal is to create more opportunities for girls to develop their skills and grow their love for the game.”
Thanks to the success of last year’s tournament, each female hockey team in Estevan received money, helping fund skill development programs, training sessions and team initiatives.
The news release noted families, volunteers and local supporters also played an important role in ensuring the tourna -
ment runs smoothly each year. From volunteer shifts to prize and raffle donations, the release said community support is what allows the event to keep giving back.
According to the news release, as female hockey continues to gain momentum across Saskatchewan, events like the challenge are helping to provide more opportunities for players in the area.
“With another successful year in the books, organizers are already looking ahead to continuing their mission of supporting, developing and celebrating female hockey in Estevan and beyond,” the press release said.
Rodney and Trina Phillips win Estevan Farm Family of the Year Award
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Torquay-area producers
Rodney and Trina Phillips (RT Phillips Holdings Inc.) have been presented with the 2026 Estevan Farm Family of the Year Award.
The family was recognized at the 2026 Farm Family of the Year Award banquet March 27 at the Beefeater Plaza, with about 175 people in attendance.
A press release from the Estevan Chamber of Commerce says the annual award celebrates the farming families of southeast Saskatchewan whose dedication to the land, their communities and the generations that follow them embody everything that makes agriculture in this region so remarkable.
“The Phillips family, rooted in over a century of farming history, represents exactly the kind of legacy this award was created to honour,” the press release states. “For over a century, the Phillips family has been working the land of southeast Saskatchewan.”
In the family’s acceptance speech, Rodney said they have been coming to the award banquet for about 20 years, and a lot of great family farms have been recognized.
“We’ve watched them tell their stories, so this is truly very special for us,” he said.
Four generations of farming
According to a bio from the chamber, the farm traces its roots to 1916 when Rodney’s greatgrandfather John Phillips broke ground, and the farm has grown through four generations into a 9,300-acre grain operation Rodney and Trina Phillips run today. John Phillips passed the torch to his son
Joe in 1937, and back then the farm was a full mixed operation with grain, cattle, chickens and pigs, and 11 children helped keep things moving.
When Rodney’s father James took over in 1972, James and his brothers Vernon and Kevin kept that same spirit of pitching in for each other. The cattle eventually gave way to strictly grain farming in 1993, and James worked away from the farm at the coal mines until 2008 before going fulltime into agriculture. Rodney followed a similar path, purchasing his first quarter in 2001 and going full-time into farming in 2011 after working at Southland Pulse.
“As a kid, I always knew I wanted to farm and just loved it,” he said.
Rodney said there were some rough years, and recalled going to his father around 2007 and asking if it was as good as farming would get.
“He said there are struggles, there are good times as well as bad times. Just stick with it and you’ll be OK,” recalled Rodney. “So I did, and as time went on, the farm started to evolve.”
The year he decided to go into farming full-time proved to be the worst one possible, due to the flood of 2011. They only seeded a third of their acres that year.
“I remember dad, in the middle of June, he came into the yard with the sprayer. He was out for about an hour or two, and came in, parked the sprayer and said ‘That’s it’.”
They tackled some jobs that year that normally don’t get finished, and they prepared the land for the following years. Harvest went quickly. Rodney went to work off the farm that
fall and winter, and went back to farming exclusively the following year.
“Since then, we have been growing and going strong,” said Rodney.
Trina taught for 20 years and left the profession to strictly help out at the farm, he said, and Rodney recognizes it was a tough decision. Children are also involved
The home base sits on the former Gordon Kvammen farm they took over in 2009, though the original ground south of Torquay is still in the rotation, in what the chamber says is a quiet nod to where it all began. James, now retired, still shows up for seeding and harvest, and is always the first one called when something needs fixing.
Rodney and Trina have built a life around the farm with their three kids, Payton, 18, Vayda, 16, and Ethan, 14.
“Payton is already deep into it, helping on the farm and working at Southland Pulse, with plans to head to Australia this fall for harvest. Vayda juggles Grade 11 with babysitting and badminton, and Ethan, in Grade 8, will play just about any sport you put in front of him. The kids are involved however they’re needed, running equipment, doing yard work, getting parts or just showing up when an extra set of hands makes the difference,” the bio states.
The farm grows durum, canola, peas, lentils and mustard, and the year never really stops, the bio stated. Spring through fall is a full sprint, and winter is for planning, moving grain, and getting equipment ready to do it all again.
Rodney said seeding is his favourite part, because
“That’s where it all starts”.
“So special and precious”
Beyond the farm, Rodney has been a fixture in the Torquay community for decades, with 25 years with the community club, including time as president. He also spent six years as a village councillor, four on the RM council, and stints on both the rink board and the hospital board. He spent more than 20 years with the volunteer fire department. Rodney spent most of his kids’ childhoods coaching them in hockey too.
Trina added raising the family on the farm has been “so special and precious”, because they see how close the kids have become through spending so much time together.
“There’s always going to be change, and change is good, but remembering the past is good, too,” added Rodney.
He also thanked all of the help they have had over the years.
Being named Farm
Family of the Year is an honour the Phillips family doesn’t take lightly, but what means just as much to Rodney is the event itself, the way it brings farming families together and celebrates what this life is really about.
His advice for the next generation is straightforward: gather all the information you can, but trust yourself to make the call that’s right for the farm.
The peace and quiet of making a living here makes the time and effort worth it.
Phillips concluded by wishing everyone the best of luck this year.
Rodney’s parents, James and Sharri, were unable to attend but sent a letter of congratulations. They noted the farm has gone through a lot of changes over the generations, and now Rodney has taken the operation to a new levels.
“Rodney started working on the farm at a very young age like most boys did, and I knew right away
he was going to take this path, as he was a natural. As he grew into it, he took on more and more responsibility in selling the grain and buying fertilizer and chemicals,” said James. James noted if Joe Phillips could have seen the changes in farming in the last 15 years, he would be amazed. James praised Rodney’s ability to keep pace with technology, insecticides, herbicides and fungicides to stay one step ahead of disease, and pesticides to keep insects at bay.
Event MC Alex Clarke said a farm family is more than a name on a yard sign or acres on a map. They work early mornings and late nights, they show resilience in the face of uncertainty and pride in work that often goes unseen.
“It’s generations learning from one another, passing down not just lands but values like hard work, integrity, responsibility and a deep respect for the land and the animals that sustain us,” said Clarke.
The Phillips family of the Torquay area, received the 2026 Estevan Farm Family of the Year Award.
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The Southeast U11 Gold Wings finished first in their age group.
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Stars of the Rotary Festival awards scholarships and bursaries
The Stars of the Rotary Festival of Music was held on March 25, celebrating talented youth who received scholarships from various businesses and organizations.
The St. Michael’s School Grade 9 band received $300 and shield for best performance by a band, sponsored by Prairie Sky Co-op Association.
Ava Dela Cruz and Moriah Edinborough received piano medals, sponsored by Western Financial Group.
Sawyer Morley, Brooklyn Bell, Allena Murray and Cora Stadnyk won vocal medals, sponsored by the Weyburn Music Festival.
The Assiniboia Park Elementary School Grade 1 English program received $75 and a shield for group choral speech award, sponsored by Weyburn Elementary Schools Community Councils.
Aerendel Bahingawan received a $125 vocal award, sponsored by the Weyburn Credit Union.
Jade Alcalde, Allena Murray, Kurt Beroy and Hently Bahingawan re -
ceived piano medals, sponsored by TRG Bookkeeping.
Natalie Ramsay won a $100 vocal award, sponsored by Quota International of Weyburn.
Elianna Edinborough and Zahra Zayoud received piano medals, sponsored by the Weyburn Music Festival.
The Legacy Choir and Weyburn Comp School senior choir each won $250 and a shield, sponsored by the YF Wives.
Lydia Sawatzky won a $75 piano award and Alexander Dela Cruz won a $50 piano award, sponsored by Weyburn Credit Union.
Hently Bahingawan, Samantha Asonio and Mhery Rodriguez received $75 band awards, sponsored by Gayleen Stephanson.
Alexandra Jose and Aven Carter received $50 band awards, sponsored by St. Michael’s School Community Council.
Izanne Dumas, Cielo Larracas and Finley Penner received instrumental medals, sponsored by the Weyburn Music Festival.
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ceived a $125 vocal award, sponsored by the Mary Johnston Memorial.
Maryann Ejiofor, Haroun Joe Mathew and Chris Dayaan received $125 vocal awards, sponsored by the Holy Family RCSSD.
Chloe Perdis received a $50 instrumental award, sponsored by Western Financial Group.
Lily Penner and Sydnee Thiessen won $200 from the Margaret Cugnet Piano Duet.
Alexandra Jose won $100 piano award and a trophy, sponsored by the Arleigh Pulfer Memorial.
Abigail Stewart received a $50 vocal award, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.
Carlee Wade won a $200 vocal award and a trophy, sponsored by the Shirley Bartlett Memorial.
Natalie Ramsay received a $300 vocal award, sponsored by Barber Motors.
Judah Sawatzky received a $150 piano award, sponsored by Gayleen Stephanson.
The Legacy Park Elementary Grade 4/5 and
Grade 5 received a $100 band award, sponsored by Quota International of Weyburn.
Judah Sawatzky and Benjamin Sawatzky received a $50 piano award, sponsored by Order of the Eastern Star.
The WCS Grade 8 band received a $300 band award, sponsored by the South East Cornerstone school division.
Benjamin Sawatzky won a $300 piano award, sponsored by Weyburn Security.
Keira Mahnke won a vocal trophy, sponsored by the Orpheus Club.
Heidi Penner and Lily Penner received $100 piano awards, sponsored by Westland Insurance.
Ryan Hansen received a $200 vocal award, sponsored by the Rotary Club Library award.
Sydnee Thiessen received a $150 piano award, sponsored by the Weyburn Arts Council.
Lila Anderson received
a $200 vocal award, sponsored by the Weyburn Concert Series.
The Spirit Singers and Spirit of Grace received $75 vocal awards, sponsored by Gayleen Stephanson.
Alexandra Jose received a $150 multi-disciplinary award, sponsored by Weyburn Security.
Dave Alcade received a $225 band award and trophy, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.
The Weyburn Comp senior band received a $75 band award and shield, sponsored by the Royal Canadian Legion.
Keira Mahnke received a $500 vocal award, sponsored by Stewart Steel.
Natalie Ramsay received a $400 vocal award, sponsored by Jerry Mainil Ltd.
Hently Bahingawan and Christopher Borth received $150 each, sponsored by Weyburn Security.
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morial Award was presented to students in all three categories, with recipients receiving $125. In the piano category, recipients were Felicia Deal, Benjamin Sawatzky, Judah Sawatzky, Sydnee Thiessen, Alexandra Jose, Lydia Sawatzky and Heidi Penner. In the vocal category, recipients were Keria Mahanke, Alexandra Jose and Ryan Hansen. The band recipient was Christopher Borth.
Felicia Deal received a $600 piano award, sponsored by the Alex Findlay Memorial.
The Weyburn Comp Rise Choir received a $200 vocal award, sponsored by South East Cornerstone school division.
The Weyburn Comp senior jazz band received a $300 band award, sponsored by the Weyburn Young Fellows Club. All scholarships and bursaries were presented at the Cugnet Centre on March 26.
Join us as we share highlights from the past year, including our financial performance, key achievements, and strategic direction for the future. Election results for our Board of Directors will also be announced.
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The Spirit Singers peformed during the Stars of the Rotary Music Festival on March 26. Back row, l-r, Ryann Fleck, Isabelle Cugnet, Chelsey MacNeil, Natalie Ramsay, Lila Anderson and Ryan Hansen. Front row, Tauren Jack and Emerson Jack.
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