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THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, 2026

SGI seeks to raise rates for first time since 2014

Mira, Sadie, Bria and Ellie enjoyed a warm winter day tobaganning at the River Park Photo Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn This Week sledding hill over the weekend.

Envision offers a welcoming space with new Women’s Empowerment Group Envision Counselling and Support Centre is pleased to announce the return of its Women’s Empowerment Group this February, inviting women to step into the new year with confidence, connection, and renewed strength. This eight-week group offers a supportive and welcoming space for women to move from selfdoubt and limiting beliefs toward self-empowerment and self-advocacy. Participants will explore how to honour their own needs, express their feelings, and navigate relationships and conflict with greater confi-

dence and courage. The Women’s Empowerment Group will run Thursdays from February 5 to March 26 in Weyburn. The group is open to women 18 years and older living in the Weyburn area. Space is limited, and preregistration is required. Throughout the program, participants will engage in guided discussions and skill-building activities focused on self-care, triggers, grounding techniques, boundaries, resilience, communication, and emotional well-being. The group is designed to foster both personal growth and meaningful connection in a safe, respect-

ful environment. Why Join the Women’s Empowerment Group? Participants can expect to: Build confidence and self-awareness. • Strengthen resilience and coping skills. • Learn practical tools for communication and boundary-setting. • Connect with others in a supportive, non-judgmental space. • Leave feeling empowered, heard, and less alone. “This group creates a space where women can reconnect with their strengths and feel supported in their growth,” said Elizabeth Lambe,

counsellor at Envision Counselling and Support Centre. “Participants leave with practical tools, a stronger sense of resilience, and a deeper confidence in their ability to advocate for themselves and create positive change in their lives,” added Jolene Roberts, counsellor at Envision Counselling and Support Centre. Past participants have shared that the group experience helped them step out of their comfort zones, build lasting connections, and feel more confident expressing their thoughts and feelings.

John Cairns SaskToday.ca SGI has announced it has applied for its first rate increases since 2014. The provincial insurer has confirmed in a news release that it has submitted a two-year proposal to the Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel, for rate increases of 3.75 per cent in June 2026 and 2027. The rate changes would take effect at those times. The June increase is to be implemented on an interim basis, but is still subject to the rate review process. Should SGI get approval for the increases with rate rebalancing, the 2026 rate change would mean as follows, according to their news release : • Rate increases for about 98 per cent of Saskatchewan vehicles with an annual average increase of $38, • Decreases for about one per cent of Saskatchewan vehicles with an average annual reduction of $8 and, • No rate change for the remaining vehicles. The rate change would depend on the type of vehicle the customer would own. Rate rebalancing would be based on such factors as the number of claims and the average cost of claims for each class of vehicle, including damage, injury and liability costs. SGI is citing inflation pressure from rising vehicle damage claims costs as the reason driving the increase. They point to average costs for damage claims having increased 25 per cent, from $4,880 per claim in 2019-20 to $6,101 per claim in 2024-25. “Inflation and advanced technology in newer vehicles have caused a sharp rise in the cost of vehicle repairs, and

the Auto Fund is no longer taking in enough revenue to cover the cost of claims,” said Penny McCune, President and CEO of SGI, in a statement. “The Saskatchewan Auto Fund operates on a breakeven basis over time, but premiums haven’t been enough to cover costs in recent years.” SGI also states that while the Rate Stabilization Reserve has allowed SGI to keep rates stable as claim costs have risen, that is not considered a long-term solution. “SGI hasn’t had a general rate increase in over 10 years. With the sharp jump in auto damage costs, it’s not possible to keep rates flat,” said McCune. “Recognizing the financial pressures Saskatchewan residents are also facing, SGI is proposing two modest increases over two years.” The Government of Saskatchewan has appointed seven members to serve on the Panel. Their mandate is to review rate applications submitted by SaskPower, SaskEnergy and Saskatchewan Government Insurance Auto Fund, and provide the government with an objective evaluation of each rate application. The Panel reviews each application to determine the fairness and reasonableness of the rate request, keeping in mind the interests of customers, the Crown Corporation and the shareholders, the people of Saskatchewan. SGI said their rate proposal will be available on the SRRP’s website at www.saskratereview. ca. Comments can be provided to SRRP through their website or Facebook account, by calling tollfree 1-877-368-7075, or emailing feedback@saskratereview.ca.

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Province to double community rink grant

SaskToday Staff The government opened applications for the province’s Community Rink Affordability Grant, doubling funding for the program starting in the 2025–2026 fiscal year. The government increased the grant to $5,000 per rink, representing an annual investment of more than $3.2 million. Applications will be accepted until Friday, Feb. 27. Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Alana Ross said the funding increase reflects the province’s commitment to supporting community recreation infrastructure. The program is open to urban and rural muni-

cipalities, First Nations communities, Canadian Forces Bases, schools, and registered non-profit organizations in the province. The grant is administered by the Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association, under President Darcy McLeod, who said the increased funding will have an impact on the province’s communities. The SPRA is a provi n c i a l n o n - p r o f i t o rganization focused on supporting parks and recreation providers, with core funding provided by Sask Lotteries. Last year, 376 facilities benefited from the program, supporting a total of 576 ice surfaces across the province.

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Duplicate Bridge Club now meets on Mondays and Thursdays The Weyburn Duplicate Bridge Club now plays bridge on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. and on Thursdays at 1 p.m. at the Wheatland Senior Centre. All bridge players are welcome to come and play. Two tables played December 1. Gord Bell and Marg Stewart finished in first place, and there was a three-way tie for second place among the pairs of Erskine and Mildred Sandiford, Garnet Hart and Grant Paulson, and Barry MacTaggart and Diane Bell.

Two and a half tables played on December 4. Top honours went to Gord Bell and Jim Kaz, while Erskine Sandiford and Jeanne Molnar placed second. Two and a half tables played on December 8. In first were Barry MacTaggart and Marg Stewart, followed by a tie for second between the pair of Erskine and Mildred Sandiford and the pair of Denis Tremblay and Terry Bendickson. Two tables played on December 11. Gord and Diane Bell claimed first

place followed by Garnet Hart and Grant Paulson, who came second. Two and a half tables played on December 15. Playing a strong game, Gord Bell and Marg Stewart finished in first place, while Barry MacTaggart and Diane Bell took second. Following a Christmas break, the last game for the year was played on December 29 with two tables playing. First place went to Gord Bell and Barry MacTaggart, while Warren Betker and Denis Tremblay were second.

Wheatland Centre game results In Spades on January 5, Mildred Sandiford placed first, Erskine Sandiford won second and Marge Schultz finished third. During Trump Whist on January 5, Marge Schultz and Fay Johnson took first, Ruth Boren and Willa Mae Donald placed second and Janet Van Winkoop and Gladys Lokken finished third. In Kaiser on January 6, Mildred Sandiford and Coral Schindel

came in first, followed by Fay Johnson and Marge Schultz in second and Norma Kapusianyk and Melba Bent. Duing Canasta on January 7, Sheila Wendal won first, Brenda Paul placed second, and Elaine Fransz. In Hi-Low Whist on January 7, Fran Long and Phyllis Lindskog placed first, Fay Johnson and Marg Schultz came in second and Gladys Lok-

ken and Sharon Eggum took third. In Friday Contract Bridge on January 9, Dave Creurer took first, Jan Knibbs placed second and Bonnie Olvera came in third. During Friday Shuffleboard on January 9, Mel Schindel and Ron Frayn placed first, Janet Van Winkoop and Willa Mae Donald took second and Bert Sanguin and Kathryn Groshong finished third.

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Editorial: Important to share gratitude

Year in Review

Team South victorious

8-9 ESTEVAN THIS WEEK 11 WWF holds fish derby 12 James Weir exhibit now open

Forecast This Week Brett Gallant, a member of the Team Jacobs rink who will represent Canada at the Olympic Winter Games, taught proper broom techniques to young curlers. Pictured, l-r, Kovie, Livia, Maci, Savannah and Ava. Members of Team Jacobs were at the Weyburn Curling Rink for a UFA Rural Rocks curling clinic on January 12.

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IMPORTANT TO SHARE GRATITUDE WITH THOSE THAT MATTER

Sabrina Kraft Weyburn This Week It is the small moments in life that matter. The simple gestures, the soft reminders of love and affection, and the ties that connect family and friends. We often forget to share our gratitude and appreciation with the people who matter most in our life. Sadly, often the legacy of a person is expressed after their passing. An important method of mourning is to share those stories and the meaningful moments that someone had in your life. There have been moments shared at funerals or memorials that are quite beautiful and awe-inspiring. There is often an out-pouring of appreciation and gratitude shared with others, and one is left to wonder if the deceased would be aware of their own legacy. As important it might be to express those moments during times of grief, or sharing sympathy, it is very important to share your love and affection with the people in your life while they are still around and can appreciate it. There are opportunities to make a meaningful impact by sharing those gratitudes while that person is still around to make sure they feel appreciated. There are so many times when we struggle with recognizing the impact we make in others’ lives. A simple moment of exchanging

gratitude can go a long way. It can lift a person’s spirit, or even brighten their day when they are faced with difficult obstacles. Stress has a way of making a person react in negative ways to others in their lives. Unfortunately, when there is not a healthy way to express yourself, the anger and frustration can become a ripple effect - like throwing a small stone into a still pond. There are many different ways of handling stress. Unfortunately, there are times when you feel overwhelmed or that you are the only one struggling, that there is no one who would understand or listen to your concerns, or help lift your spirits. F o r t u n a t e l y, w e l i v e i n a community that has many valuable programs that promote a healthy mental health. There are many supports out there for people who need someone to talk to, or that just want to find a network or new friends to add to their circle. As humans, we are very social creatures, and that is why it is in those times of despair and loneliness that moments of gratitude would mean the most to another person. Society has come to a point where people actually get uncomfortable when they receive praise or gratitude. Often there is an immediate reaction that the compliment is not deserved.

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People underestimate how good compliments will make others feel. Focusing on the sentiment of the compliment can make it more likely for people to give compliments. Many people have a hard time being that earnest, even to be kind to others. It is important to treat others with kindness, respect and dignity. By taking time to be an active listener and are extending an important connection to others in your life. This empathy is your capacity to imagine yourself in their situation. It enables you to feel their joy or their sorrow and sincerely celebrate or offer help and support. Also remember that to validate the thoughts and voices of those around you. In the workplaces, there can be many people with diverse personalities. Some may be reluctant to voice their opinions in large group settings, while others may dominate discussions with numerous ideas. It is important to recognize the value of all approaches. It is also important to find ways to respect others and treating them with kindness, while balancing your own desire to be treated equally in return. Unfortunately, there are people who might mistreat others, even when you are doing your best to be respectful. There are times when

Peavey Mart confirms return to Saskatchewan

SaskToday staff Peavey Mart has officially announced it will be returning to Saskatchewan, with Assiniboia and Yorkton named as the first two communities. The resurrected business made the announcement January 7. The two Saskatchewan stores are expected to relaunch in March. In a news release, Peavey Mart said hiring is currently underway, with further information available on the company’s website. Peavey Mart will also reopen its Red Deer location in April. Locations in four other Alberta communities — Spruce Grove, Westlock, Camrose and Lacombe — reopened in December 2025. “The initial store opening plan included an eventual reopening of stores in Saskatchewan,” said Peavey Mart leader of marketing and e-commerce Meagan Parisian. “The locations that were chosen by the ownership group are reflective of a number of factors these communities hold, including the strength of the stores in these communities, an ease of access to the previously held storefronts, as well as how quickly we could expedite hiring and launch operations

in the locations chosen.” Outside of the seven locations, no further decisions or timelines have been made about other future stores, the news release stated. As Peavey Mart prepares to open the new locations, it continues work on distributing merchandise to stores. The release said the company is placing a clear emphasis on high-quality, unique and locally sourced items “that highlight the Canadian entrepreneurial spirit.” “Stores continues to receive stock on a weekly basis, and customers can expect new and seasonal merchandise to be heading to stores regularly,” the news release said. “Our suppliers recognize that we hold ourselves to a high standard and expect to deliver a top-tier experience for our customers,” said Parisian. “They’re working with us to ship items to our distribution centre in Red Deer County, and in some cases directly to stores, as quickly as possible so we can fulfill these expectations.” Peavey Mart began in 1967 and continued to operate until early 2025. It announced its return late last year.

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others will slap away that extended hand of friendship or will betray a moment of trust. One can be kind-hearted, without being naive. There is a different between treating others with respect and dignity and knowing when there is a negative relationship that might need to be ended. Then come the moments when one has to be a little more cynical and question if your efforts to maintain a friendship are well-meaning or not. There are also those who aim to take advantage of others kindness and unfortunately in this day-andage, criminals who try to scam others are very proficient in abusing the trust that are placed in them. So if an offer or a deal feels too true to be real, take time to protect yourself. Also remember to give yourself those moments of gratitude. As silly as it sounds, stand in front of a mirror and tell yourself why you feel valued. Or create a gratitude jar of reminders. Remember that you can show your gratitude without giving too much of yourself too. A simple card of thanks can go a long way. Baked goods are also an excellent way to express your gratitude to another. One does not have to drain the finances, or turn their life upside down, to be kind to another.

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Weyburn Year in Review: Resilience, growth and transformation

Sara Parks SaskToday.ca The year 2025 in Weyburn has been defined by progress and challenges. The year saw the city go through landmark infrastructure developments and educational expansions to a difficult community tragedy and resilient responses. The year started with the overturning of election results for Division 1 in the RM of Weyburn, where a court ruling in January invalidated November 2024 election of Doug Dembiczak as councillor. According to the results posted on the RM of Weyburn’s Facebook page, Dembiczak defeated Michael Dorsch 32-31 in the division. The RM’s report said there weren’t any rejected or spoiled ballots, and no ballots were objected to. Dorsch sought to have the results overturned. On the provincial representation front, Weyburn lawyer Michael Weger transitioned from his new role as MLA for WeyburnBengough (elected in November 2024) to a more prominent position in December 2025, when he was appointed Minister of Community Safety and Minister Responsible for the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency. In a major year-end decision, Weyburn City Council approved a substantial tax levy increase of 10.71 per cent for the 2026 budget on December 8. This increase comprises a 6.1 per cent hike to the mill rate and base tax for general operations plus a new $100 flat recreation levy per property specifically earmarked for capital projects. For a homeowner with a property assessed at $300,000, this translates to an additional $199 annually, approximately $16.58 per month. Key capital investments funded through this budget included: $3.2 million for landfill expansion (the single largest capital expense); $3 million for planning and design of a new leisure centre and aquatic facility; $750,000 for asphalt paving on city streets; and

fire truck replacements and various water and sewer main upgrades. More infrastructure developments Several infrastructure projects made progress in 2025. Work started on the $29 million twinning project for about 5.8 kilometres of Highway 39, including installation of a roundabout at the intersection of Highways 13 and 39. To facilitate this work, the Queen Street rail crossing between Highway 39 and Regina Avenue was permanently closed. The city awarded a $2.3 million contract to Genco Asphalt Inc. for the King Street and Highway 35 reconstruction project, unanimously approved by council on June 23. Community safety The Weyburn Police Service (WPS) reported a notable reduction in crime, with the city’s overall Crime Severity Index (CSI) decreasing by nearly 25 per cent from 88.06 in 2023 to 66.08 in 2024. Most dramatically, violent crime fell by 45.75 per cent during this period. Deputy Chief Shane St. John credited this decline to targeted enforcement, proactive community policing, and increased public engagement in reporting suspicious behaviour. The WPS responded to numerous mental healthrelated calls throughout the year, consistently encouraging residents to seek assistance without shame or hesitation. Healthcare advancements and challenges The new Weyburn General Hospital neared completion, with exterior work finished and interior installations including drywall, paint, and flooring well underway. The community struggled with the controversial case of Fred Sandeski, a 71-year-old visually impaired senior with COPD who was evicted from a senior care home in April after being deemed “too healthy” despite his significant health issues. The eviction, enforced

by police, drew condemnation from NDP MLA Keith Jorgensen who called it “cruel and callous.” Sandeski’s wife, Teresa, unsuccessfully sought to have the decision reversed at the Legislature. Wildfires in north impact Weyburn Wildfire smoke from northern fires forced the temporary closure of the Weyburn Leisure Centre in late May due to air quality concerns. Later, in June, Weyburn hosted approximately 80 evacuees as wildfires threatened northern communities. Environmental concerns The year also saw growing controversy around a proposed $500 million wind energy project by Enbridge in the RMs of Weyburn and Griffin. Opposition groups raised environmental concerns and alleged lack of transparency, with tensions reaching council chambers and including allegations of a “violence-related” incident. Despite these concerns, the RM of Weyburn approved a development permit application for Enbridge’s Seven Stars Energy Project on December 17, paving the way for a proposed 200-megawatt wind operation utilizing 46 turbines (half planned for the RM of Weyburn). Education and institutional growth Southeast College celebrated its 50th anniversary throughout 2025, marking half a century of educational service to southeast Saskatchewan since its establishment in 1975. Southeast College commemorated this anniversary with multiple special initiatives. In a significant commitment to Indigenous education and reconciliation, Southeast College held the grand opening of its Reconciliation Education Centre in January. Overseen by Indigenous Initiatives Coordinator Stacey Mustatia, the Centre features a spacious environment with large windows and live-edged tables serving as hubs for gatherings and projects. The grand

Nora and Allorah combined ingredients for a cheese mix while learning how to make mini lasagna cups at the Weyburn Public Photo Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn This Week Library’s KidVentures on January 8.

opening included approximately 75 attendees and featured a blessing from Elder Lorna Standingready, the unveiling of the Southeast College Indigenous Action Plan, and a round dance led by Indigenous Youth Drummers from Ocean Man First Nation. Southeast College experienced a significant leadership transition in 2025 with the appointment of Jody Holzmiller as permanent President and CEO, effective May 1. Holzmiller, who had served in the interim role since July 2024, brought nearly 20 years of experience within the Saskatchewan college system to the position. The college also expanded its academic offerings with the launch of a University of Saskatchewan Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the Weyburn campus in the fall. This partnership welcomed nine students as the inaugural cohort of the future Class of 2028, addressing the growing need for registered nurses in rural communities by allowing students to pursue a fouryear nursing degree without leaving the region. Community resilience The Weyburn community faced a profound tragedy on September 12 when 44-year-old Tanya Myers was fatally shot while

a passenger in a vehicle travelling on Highway 39 northwest of Weyburn. The incident, which also involved a second vehicle struck by gunfire, shocked the close-knit community of approximately 11,000 people. Mayor Jeff Richards described widespread feelings of “sadness and disbelief” among residents, saying that “This is a very tight-knit city, so it is impacting a lot of people, and we’re set back by it for sure.” In November, Saskatchewan RCMP’s Major Crimes Unit arrested and charged 42-year-old Chris Fahlman of Regina in connection with Myers’ death. Initial charges included manslaughter with a firearm, though these were later upgraded to second-degree murder during a court appearance on November 12. The RCMP cautioned against online speculation, emphasizing the need to maintain the integrity of the court process. Arts, culture and recreation highlights The arts community experienced both celebration and mourning in 2025. In February, the community lost veteran journalist Greg Nikkel, who had dedicated nearly four decades to journalism in Weyburn, including work with the Weyburn Review and SaskToday.ca. His legacy was hon-

oured through “A Nikkel’s Worth – A Lifetime of Photos by Greg Nikkel,” a retrospective exhibition at the Weyburn Art Gallery, with an opening reception on April 29. In musical achievements, classical pianist Meagan Milatz, a Weyburn native, received the prestigious Mécénat Musica Prix Goyer 2025-2028 worth $125,000 in February. Milatz, who received her initial piano training in Weyburn under Cherith Alexander, is now the founder, artistic and executive director of HausMusique chamber music concerts in Montreal. The 116th Annual Weyburn Fair Days, which ran from July 3-5, drew large crowds from Weyburn and southern Saskatchewan. There were even visitors from the nearby U.S. Challenges but resilience For the residents of Weyburn, 2025 will be remembered as one of community strength and resilience in the face of profound challenges, from the tragedy of a highway shooting to divisive debate over wind energy. But amid the challenges, the community’s spirit emerged through actions, from welcoming wildfire evacuees to the unwavering support residents provided one another through a time of tragedy.

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Gold Wings take two games from Hounds

The Weyburn U18AAA Gold Wings took two games from the Notre Dame Hounds during home games held on January 10 and January 11. The Gold Wings won 6-3 over the Hounds in the first game on Saturday. In the first period, Notre Dame had an early one-goal lead after scoring at the 16:44 mark, before Taelah Schnurr tied up the game for the Gold Wings with only 18 seconds left on the clock, off assists by Harper Danchilla and Liv Peck. Notre Dame responded early in the second period at the 15:27 mark to reclaim their lead. Tristan Todosichuk tied up the game with a goal at the 13:23 mark, assisted by Skyla McNichol. Chelsea Madsen added a powerplay goal at 4:18, unassisted, bringing the Gold Wings into the lead. In the third period, Madsen added another unassisted goal, from a penalty shot, awarded at the 7:29 mark to extend the Gold Wings lead. Notre Dame responded 28 seconds later, with a powerplay goal of their own. Weyburn padded their lead in a penality filled third period with a goal by Julia Durr at the 2:18 mark,

assisted by Danchilla and a powerplay goal by Madsen with just 21 seconds left, to complete her hat-trick. Haven Bourassa picked up with an assist on the Madsen goal. Maci Patterson was in net for the Gold Wings, stopping 15 out of 18 shots. The Gold Wings took game two on Sunday, by a score of 5-1. In the first period, Schnurr once again opened the scoring with a powerplay goal at the 6:25 mark, off assists by Madsen and Durr. Todosichuk added a powerplay goal with only 35 seconds left in the perod, assisted by Danchilla and Bourassa. The Gold Wings added to their lead in the second period, with an unassisted powerplay goal by Callie Tomilin at the 6:02 mark. Durr scored the fourth goal with only six seconds left on the clock, assisted by Todosichuk. Notre Dame scored their only goal of the night on a powerplay at the 16:27 mark in the third. An unassisted goal by Todosichuk at 8:38 secured the win for the Gold Wings. Patterson was in net for the Gold Wings, stopping 25 out of 26 shots.

Wildlife Federation to host 3-D archery shoot at Goodwater The Weyburn Wildlife Federation will be hosting a 3-D archery shoot at the Goodwater Curling Rink on Saturday and Sunday, January 24 and 25. Registration for the shoot will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day, and there will be a concession on the site. The entry fee for one day is $25 for adults and $15 for youth, or to enter for both days is $40 for adults, and $25 for youth.

This event is for all ages and all skill levels. The shoot will feature threedimensional foam animals, approximating the actual size of the animals, and they will be set at varying distances, from close in to near the back of the rink. To register call John at 306-421-9244 or Chris at 306-861-3832. As always, any volunteers that can help set up or tear down are greatly appreciated.

Weyburn U18AAA Gold Wings forward, Harper Danchilla, stayed in control of the puck between a Notre Dame opponent and teammate, Julia Durr, during a home game held Photo Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn This Week January 11.

Red Wings drop two games to North Stars The Weyburn Red Wings lost two road games to the Battlefords North Stars on January 8 and 9. Battleford is now one point ahead of the Red Wings for second place overall in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. Weyburn still has two games in hand, that might become advantageous in the upcoming month. The North Stars came away with a 9-5 victory over the Red Wings in game one on Thursday. Weyburn had an early 3-1 lead after the first period, with the only North Stars goal coming at the 2:25 mark. Drew Molde tied up the game just 34 seconds later assisted by Callas Pierce and Will Munro.

Molde scored again for Weyburn at the 12:24 mark, assisted by Munro and Luke Schraeder. Jase McNichol scored a late powerplay goal at the 18:46 mark, assisted by Munro and Schraeder. The North Stars came out flying in the second period scoring a powerplay goal at the 5:18 mark. Pierce responded with a Weyburn goal at 7:50, assisted by Munro and Jonah Bierd. Battlefords then broke it open with four goals, three of which were within two minutes, to come back from behind. The third period saw more of the same from the North Stars as they added three more goals to their lead, two of which were

short-handed, and the last into an empty net. Pierce scored a powerplay goal for Weyburn at 10:33, assisted by Munro and Schraeder. Joey Rocha was in net for Weyburn, stopping 29 out of 37 shots. The second game on Friday was a much closer match, with the North Stars taking it 3-2 in a shootout. Lucas Schmid opened the scoring for Weyburn with a powerplay goal at 4:25 in the first period, assisted by Josh Sale and Turner McIntyre. The North Stars tied up the game at the 12:41 mark. Schmid scored his second of the night at the 6:31 mark in the second period, assisted by McIntyre. The North Stars tied

up the game again at the 17:41 mark. There was no scoring in the third period, or the overtime period. In the shootout, both teams sent 21 skaters before Battleford was able to secure the win. Nate Stevens was in net for the Red Wings, stopping 34 out of 37 shots. With only eight games remaining in the regular season, the Red Wings will need to keep playing tight hockey. The team was in Humboldt on Tuesday night, before traveling to Melville on Friday, January 16. The Wings will host Melfort at Whitecap Resources Centre on Saturday, January 17.

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Participants enjoyed playing ‘British Bulldog’ during a U5 Soccer session at the Spark Photo Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn This Week Centre on January 8.

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Team South comes away with victory in SWHL Showcase

Randy Palmer SaskToday.ca With the Saskatchewan Senior Women’s Hockey League entering the final few weeks of its inaugural regular season, players from throughout the league gathered in Moose Jaw for the first-ever SSWHL Showcase All-Star Game on January 10. It’s safe to say the event was a rousing success, with over 500 fans taking in the contest as Team South skated to a 6-1 victory over Team North -- with everyone in attendance getting a perfect look at the talent and skill the league has to offer. “It was a great effort by everyone who put tonight together, and we got a lot out of it, it was a lot of fun,” said Team South forward Rianne Watson, who was named their player of

the game after picking up a goal and an assist in the first period. “There was a lot of skill from different teams, which was awesome.” South got off to a fast start, scoring a pair of goals in the first 4:26 and taking a 2-0 lead out of the opening frame. North got one back early in the second, but a pair of markers late in the period would give South a 4-1 lead through two. They’d tack on two more goals in the third to secure the victory. Watson pointed to their first period as being a key to their success on the night. “It’s a lot of different teams and different players coming together, so you’re not used to each other, and that kind of gets your game going when you can get a

couple goals in the first period,” she said. “So it started us off right.” Team North had a bit of pushback to start the second period, leading to Jenna Smith scoring their lone game on the power play at the 5:27 mark. “Sometimes you get bounces, sometimes you don’t, sometimes you come out flat, it just wasn’t our game.” said Smith, who took player of the game honours for Team North. “Today it wasn’t quite in our favour, but that’s okay, it was fun overall.” That was the overarching theme for both teams -the Showcase was a chance to do exactly that, show off the league to fans who are new to the SSWHL in their

inaugural season. “Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, but there’s a bigger point to coming out and playing elite women’s hockey,” Smith said. “We’re bringing it to areas that don’t have this role modelship for the younger kids, so I think it’s awesome either way.” The fact that the game even happened in the first place was the product of a wildly successful first season for the SSWHL, which has given players looking to join the competitive side of the game a place to play for the first time in Saskatchewan’s history. “I’m a mom of three, and I didn’t really expect this in my life at this point,

but here I am, and it’s awesome,” said Watson, who as Rianne Wight played five seasons with the University of Regina, last suiting up in the 2012-13 campaign. She has five goals and 10 points in six games for the South Division-leading Yellow Grass Wheat Kings. A former five-year standout with the University of Calgary who also played three seasons in Sweden from 2015-18, Smith is also happy to have a chance to play competitive hockey again after so much time away from the game. “I feel like I didn’t realize how much I missed it until I got out,” she said. “It’s one thing when it’s competitive with men and

you’re the only girl, but to come out and play elite girls’ hockey again is really wonderful.” Smith came into the contest with three goals and six points in eight games as the leading scorer for the Birch Hills-based Northern Ice. “It’s an honour just to play in this league and be a part of something that I didn’t have growing up. It’s nice that there is a future for women’s hockey after college, to have the opportunity to even play good hockey with women.” The SSWHL wraps up its regular season during the Jan. 24 weekend, with the first-ever Steffes Cup playoffs set to begin in early February.

Goodwater to host bonspiel/cabaret It’s always an exciting week when the Goodwater Curling Bonspiel is held in conjunction with a steak supper and cabaret. The fun gets underway with the annual curling bonspiel from January 2831. The cost is $160/team which includes a steak supper. All teams are welcome.

On Saturday, January 31, there will be a steak supper and cabaret. Supper starts at 6 p.m. with a dutch auction and cabaret to follow. Adults are $30, kids 6-12 are $20 and children under 6 are free. Call Rick at 306-8619612 to register your team and get your supper tickets.

Team South came away with a 6-1 victory in the Saskatchewan Senior Women’s HockPhoto courtesy SSWHL ey League Showcase on Saturday night at Temple Gardens Centre.

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City of Estevan seeks feedback on budget during Coffee Talk David Willberg SaskToday.ca The City of Estevan continues to look for the public’s thoughts on the 2026 budget and the 20262028 strategic plan. City manager Jeff Ward, and councillors Shelly Veroba, Kirsten Walliser, Tom Mauss and Brian Johnson were the guest speakers at the Estevan Chamber of Commerce’s Coffee Talk on January 7 at the Days Inn’s Taylorton Room. After a brief presentation to open the meeting, they answered questions from the crowd. Wa l l i s e r t o l d t h e audience that the city’s management and administration spend months planning ahead on the budget, working with the departments and looking to “find alignments, efficiencies and to ensure the best use of tax dollars for the community.” Walliser, Veroba and Ward touched on some of the fiscal plan’s highlights. The budget has a four per cent increase to the municipal portion of property tax, and the long-term plan projects a two per cent increase for 2027 and 2028. Veroba touched on the money the city pays in third-party grants to different organizations, and noted the city paid less to

City manager, Jeff Ward, and councillors Shelly Veroba, Kirsten Walliser, Tom Mauss and Brian Johnson spoke Photo David Willberg/SaskToday.ca at the meeting. these agencies than when she joined council in 2016, thanks to efficiencies. The largest recipient, the Estevan Public Library, receives $434,932, but she pointed out the amount is dictated provincially and the city doesn’t have a say. But she was quick to add the library has a lot of free services. “We’re still able to have all of these great assets in our community, and still make sure that we’re efficient while doing it,” said Veroba.

One person asked about a three-year capital budget plan that is mentioned in the strategic plan. City manager Jeff Ward noted it could be released in June. “There have been a lot of cities that have gone to multi-year budgeting, so you can do capital plans that are approved in one year for three years, and that really helps administration plan out, because there’s starting to be, especially since COVID, long lead times on ... underground piping and pumps,”

said Ward. He pointed to a project for the Smith Street water reservoir that has a 42-month lead time. “If you can have a threeyear lead time on capital projects that everyone can agree to, it probably helps,” he said. Veroba added council doesn’t want to make big plans beyond 2028, which is when the current council’s term expires. Council discussed the budget at a special meeting last month. The document

was posted to the city’s website days later and can be viewed here. The threeyear strategic plan has also been uploaded. “We want to receive your feedback before we approve the budget in February,” said Walliser. “Every year we include the disclaimer that this budget isn’t set in stone. If new grants come available or if construction lead times change, that then comes back to council for discussion.” Chamber executive director Merissa Scarlett

added the organization has posted a survey on its website for those who want to provide their thoughts without face-to-face discussions. An open house will be held January 15 at the Southeast Techhub’s building, starting at 5 p.m. Feedback can also be sent to Ward by calling 306-634-1803 or emailing j.ward@estevan.ca, or city clerk Josh Shitta-Bey by calling 306-634-1852 or emailing cityclerk@ estevan.ca.

Estevan coal eyed for graphite as battery material opportunity David Willberg SaskToday.ca Coal mined in the Estevan area has been used to help meet the province’s power needs for generations. But Dr. Michael Wagner with George Washington University sees graphite as another potential use. Estevan is in an ideal location on the Canada-U.S. border, he says. And Estevan has a mine that produces millions of tonnes of coal a year. “The infrastructure is there and the water, there’s a lot of water,” said Wagner. The Canadian Coal

Transition Initiative has been trying to find other uses for coal, he said, and there are motivated partners. People in Estevan are willing to see coal turned to graphite, including municipal leaders, Westmoreland Mining LLC and the Southeast Techhub. Wagner noted the effort to bring coal-to-graphite conversion to the Estevan area started with a desire to save jobs at the local mines. “If you a bring a hub here, a battery hub – because you have the graphite here, you have the lithium here ... you can have an entire battery production facil-

ity here, and then that draws in things like auto makers ... – so you might eventually have a rush hour here,” he said. The amount of graphite needed will ultimately depend on the volume sold, he said. “If we can come in at a low price, we could take a big chunk of that, and we’ll

go from there. We’re trying to fully utilize the mine’s capacity and maybe go beyond that.” While SaskPower and the Government of Saskatchewan want to extend the lives of the province’s coal-fired generating stations, that doesn’t mean the coal-to-graphite project is finished, either.

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A coal dragline located near Estevan.

There is only one other graphite mine in North America, Wagner said, adding it’s not a huge source. Another is being looked at in Alaska. “Graphite mines are difficult to bring online,” he said. Estevan’s coal isn’t perfect, either, he said; it has a lot of clays and silicon, but

most of the clay comes off. Graphite is desirable, he said, because it is the primary material for a lithium-ion battery’s anode, and he noted Tesla owner Elon Musk has said society has a graphite problem. “The graphite market is being consumed by the increase in use of graphite for these batteries,” Wagner said. “By 2030, all of the graphite we produce in the world is predicted to be used only in batteries.” But it can’t all be used for batteries, he said, because a specific type of graphite is needed. The world also has a heavy reliance on graphite produced in China. “To get battery-grade graphite, you can’t just dig graphite out of the ground ... the graphite has to be very good. You need high, high purity, 99.9 per cent plus,” said Wagner. Wagner noted graphite is mined in large, open-pit mines. Southeast Techhub executive director Gordon More said the potential for coal to graphite is one of the most exciting projects that SETH has going, but he noted there isn’t going to be a silver bullet for battery chemistries.

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Estevan has lowest property tax hike since 2018 among Sask. cities David Willberg SaskToday.ca Estevan has had the lowest property tax increase among Saskatchewan’s cities over the past nine years. According to information supplied by the City of Estevan and Estevan city council at the January 7 edition of the Estevan Chamber of Commerce’s Coffee Talk, Estevan’s property taxes increased by nine per cent from 2018-2026. The number includes the four per cent

hike to the municipal portion of property tax proposed in the 2026 budget. The next-closest city for the nine-year span, according to the data, is Meadow Lake at 24.9 per cent. Warman (27.76 per cent), Martensville (27.96 per cent) and Humboldt (28.24 per cent) are the only others below 30 per cent. Meanwhile, the document shows Moose Jaw (49.46 per cent) and Weyburn (47.09 per cent) were the highest. Coun. Kirsten Walliser

Sleds and kids! Hey Dads! Have you been sledding with the kids yet this year? You know the activity I’m talking about. When the kids ride toboggans down the hill and you pull them back up? Sometime the sleds. Sometimes the sleds and the kids! A couple years ago we moved out west to our “home, home on the range where the deer and the antelope play.” You read that right. The deer and the antelope play. The deer and the antelope do not sled. Because “the range” is pretty flat. It’s so flat that it’s actually called “The Great Plains”! An accurate name. With all this talk about flatness and lack of hills we were surprised to get a text from some friends the other day asking us if we wanted to go sledding with them. I wondered where we could partake of such an activity. But they’re locals who have lived in the prairies their whole lives so if anyone would know where the hidden hills were it was them. We accepted the invitation. When we lived in Ontario we had sleds. So many sleds. Round plastic sleds, long wood toboggans, ancient black G.T. Snowracers from when I was a kid. There were hills around. We could literally see ski hills from our kitchen window. But when we decided to move to Saskatchewan the sleds were cut from the moving list. No room in the trailer for sleds. Lucky for me, there was tons of room in the trailer for other very important things like my tool box and ancient red drum set from when I was a kid. We started to pack up for the sledding adventure. “Kids, where’s all the sleds?” I asked, mostly to myself. Fortunately, we

had a picked up a few at the thrift store last winter and they were now scattered around the yard. But, boy, they don’t make sleds like they used to! Most of these were flappy, floppy, foam circles and rectangles in various states of disrepair because of a puppy who must have enjoyed the taste of foam. It crossed my mind to throw them in the dumpster rather than bring them to the alleged prairie hill. But they were all we had so we loaded 5 sleds and 12 people into the van and headed for the hill. The math on those numbers dictated that some sharing would be necessary. To make the sled sharing easier we made a couple stops on the way. One stop at the cousins’ house to borrow a couple snow sliders and one at Canadian Tire to buy an over-priced piece of foam with some plastic on the bottom. I hoped it would make it down the hill without being destroyed. Finally, we arrived at the hill! Friends and family, young and old began to fly down the hill on all manner of pliable plastic pieces! Dads made some slides down the hill and many trips back up the hill with one, two, or three sleds and children in hand. I remembered our sledding adventure when I woke up this morning and could feel the various parts of my spine working to realign themselves. Dig those sleds out of the garage and hit the hills with your kids to make some memories, dad! Time flies. Make every moment count. Even the slipperywalking-uphill ones! Jason Weening pulls his 10 kids and one patient wife on sleds (Not all at the same time). Get his book on Amazon, “Yes, Dear… I’m Watching Them”.

told the audience there is always a lot of discussion on how increases in Estevan compare with other cities. “It’s never a perfect comparison. There are things like levies that also impact the individual payer. That isn’t reflected in property tax percentages. But it does show that over the last nine years, there has been a really concerted effort to minimize the impact on the taxpayers.” Successful grant applications to the federal and provincial governments have also helped, she said. “The community is able to continue investing in infrastructure and other projects without the cost associated,” she said. When there was a lot of uncertainty about

the closure of coal-fired power generating units in the Estevan area, new taxable assets were not created, Walliser said. The only way to generate additional revenue is to increase property taxes. “Hopefully now, as that optimism continues to swell, and new projects come to Estevan, there will be an additional building out of the community, and that will reduce the city’s reliance on continuing to increase property taxes, because those new assets will fund the growth themselves,” Walliser said. Also, with year-overyear debt reduction efforts, Walliser said the interest savings alone have offset about a two

per cent annual increase for city operating costs. “As wages go up, because the cost of servicing debt has gone down, the city can take a zero per property tax increase and still be able to maintain our assets and build what the community needs,” she said. The most recent audited financial statements show the city’s long-term debt was $12.655,540, as of Dec. 31, 2024. Ward stated after a budget meeting last month that the debt was to be at around $10.5 million by the end of 2025 and $9 million by the end of the current council term. Coun. Shelly Veroba added the debt repayment efforts pre-date her time

on council. Other cities are finding “that they’re basically drowning in debt”, she said and struggling with infrastructure. The city wanted to be free of long-term debt by 2030, she said, but now that the provincial government wants to refurbish coal-fired units, the city has slowed down its debt-repayment pace. Veroba recalled Estevan’s debt was at $31 million when she was first elected to council in 2016. The city could have had a two per cent property tax increase this year, Veroba said, but it would have minimized debt reduction. Ward and councillors Brian Johnson and Tom Mauss were also at the meeting.

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