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Young Fellows to pick up Christmas trees on Jan. 11

Members of the Weyburn Young Fellows Club will be collecting Christmas trees on Sunday, January 11, and the trees should be out on the boulevard before 9 a.m. The club advises that it would be best to have the trees out at the street the night before so they don’t miss any. Club members will be collecting them first thing in the morning. The trees will be taken to the city farm

where they are mulched and used in the city’s flower beds. The Young Fellows sold most of the trees they brought to their lot on Second Street. The proceeds from the sales of the trees will go to support the many community projects and sponsorships of the club including their Kick Off to Summer Concert in the Park, set for June 25.

Income tax reduction plan

Megan and Eden took advantage of the mild winter temperatures over the holidays to Photo Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn This Week go sledding near River Park.

The second step of the provincial government’s four-year income tax reduction plan coupled with indexation means a family of four in Saskatchewan will pay no provincial income tax on their first $65,000 of income in 2026. That’s the highest tax-free income tax threshold in Canada. Tax credits aimed at helping with affordability are also increasing, including the Low Income Tax Credit, the Disability Tax Credit and supplement, the Caregiver Tax Credit, Personal Care Home Benefit, Active Families Benefit, First-Time Homebuyers Tax Credit and

the Graduate Retention Program. To protect taxpayers from automatic increases caused by inflation, the Government of Saskatchewan is once again indexing personal income tax to the national rate of inflation. This preserves the real value of the amount all taxpayers can earn without paying tax, particularly benefiting those on fixed incomes. The level of indexation in 2026 will be 2.0 per cent, which will provide Saskatchewan residents $42 million in tax savings in the coming year that would have occurred as a result of inflation.

Weyburn Library to celebrate Family Literacy Month in January Family Literacy Month will be celebrated at the Weyburn Public Library with many activities and events during January. A Family Literacy Day will be held on Saturday, January 24, with the theme of “Make Mealtime Family Learning Time”. There will be a 10 a.m. time slot available for ages two to five (with caregivers), and a 2 p.m. time slot available for ages six to 12 and any family members. There will also be a special Pete the Cat Party with stories and activities on Friday, January 16 at 10 a.m., for ages two to five (with caregivers). Wiggles and Giggles programs for ages newborn

to 18 months (with caregivers) in January include ball fun on Monday, January 10 at 10 a.m., snowflakes on Monday, January 19 at 10 a.m., and sensory bins on Monday, January 26 at 10 a.m. Tiny Dreams programs for ages 18 months to three years (with caregiver) include winter projects on Thursday, January 8 at 10 a.m., space stories and crafts on Thursday, January 15 at 10 a.m., and Little Hoot crafts on Thursday, January 29 at 10 a.m. Little Explorers programs for ages three to five years (with caregiver) include space activities on Tuesday, January 6 at 10 a.m., donut games and

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crafts on Tuesday, January 13 at 10 a.m., and winter STEM projects on Tuesday, January 27 at 10 a.m. KidVentures programs for ages six to nine in January include mini lasagna cups on Thursday, January 8 at 4 p.m., watercolour salt paintings on Thursday, January 15 at 4 p.m, and active Lego games on Thursday, January 29 at 4 p.m. The InBetween Club, for ages 10 to 13, will settle a pickle autopsy mystery on Tuesday, January 13 at 4 p.m., and cook pepperoni pizza stuffed crescent rolls on Tuesday, January 20 at 4 p.m. Teen programs for ages 13 to 17 will create graffiti style fences on Wednesday,

January 7 at 6 p.m, cook twisted taco cheeseburgers on Wednesday, January 21 at 6 p.m, and host a breakfast club to make oatmeal cookies on Friday, January 30 at 11 a.m. January Adult Programs Arts and crafts programs include vision boards on Tuesday, January 13 at 6:30 p.m, a Maker’s Nook on Tuesday, January 20 from 1 to 3 p.m., and an introduction to rag quilts, with special instructor Jill Thorn of Weyburn4Warmth, on Saturday, January 31 at 2 p.m. Fun and games include a Get Your Game on program on Thursday, January 29 at 6:30 p.m. Tabletop Role Playing Games are held every Monday night at

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6 p.m. Marvel Multiverse RPG and Daggerheart will be held January 19, and a Dungeons & Dragons and Borderlands RPG will be held January 12 and 26. The Book Club will read and discuss ‘The HundredFoot Journey’ by Richard C. Morais on Thursday, January 8 at 6:30 p.m. Families can enjoy watching ’13 Going on 30’ during Movie Night on Tuesday, January 27 at 6 p.m. A Sip, Snack and Chat program will be held on Tuesday, January 20 at 6:30 p.m. Participants will learn to cook bacon crepes during A to Z World Food on Thursday, January 22 at 6:30 p.m. In Wellness and Life-

style, there will be a Meditation Through Movement on Friday, January 9 and Friday, January 23 at 10:30 a.m. The Alzheimer Society will host a Mindful Mingle, and physio with Katelyn Kaufman, on Wednesday, January 21 at 10 a.m. Caring Saturday crafts for adults will be held Saturday, January 10 at 2 p.m. Lego Masters is held at the same time as a fun opportunity for children. The Southeast Advocates will host a Social Circle on Thursday, January 8 at 2:30 p.m. Registration is required for all programs. Residents can call the Weyburn Library at 306-842-4352.

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New Year’s Eve patrols quiet for police The Weyburn Police Service responded to 65 calls for service during the reporting period. New Year’s Eve Enforcement and Patrols Weyburn Police Service members conducted enhanced patrols throughout the community on December 31, including a visible presence at licensed establishments. Officers assisted in diffusing several disputes both inside and outside drinking establishments and ensured patrons were able to get home safely. Police are pleased with the overall cooperation received from businesses and the public throughout the night. Traffic Collisions: Police responded to numerous minor traffic collisions throughout the week, largely due to icy road conditions. Several hit-and-run incidents were also reported. Police remind drivers to adjust their driving to road conditions and to remain at the scene of any collision as required by law. The WPS responded to 44 calls for service during the week of December 22–29. Cause a Disturbance: Police were called to a residence for a report of an as-

sault. Upon arrival, it was determined that the incident involved a verbal argument only, with no assault having occurred. An adult female was removed from the residence and provided a ride home. Alcohol was believed to be a contributing factor. Mental Health-Related Calls: Police responded to multiple mental health-related incidents during the week. On two occasions, individuals were apprehended under the Mental Health Services Act and transported to hospital for further care. While the holiday season is often a time of connection, it can also be a difficult period for some. In both instances, concerned friends or family members contacted police, allowing individuals to receive the help they needed. Boxing Day Disturbances: Police were called to numerous licensed establishments on Boxing Day in relation to aggressive patrons. In all cases, police were able to successfully de-escalate the situations and ensure patrons were able to get home safely. Police commend the establishments for contacting police early, before situations escalated further.

The Young Fellows Club of Weyburn donated $500 to the JAMS Christmas Dinner in late December. Sandy Spencer Johnson initiated the annual feast 23 years ago and it has grown every year. Pictured, l-r, Ross Weiss, Justin Iversen, Ryan Bader, Warren Douglas, Tyler Sorenson, Sandy Spencer Johnson, Joel Johnson and Ryan Drake. Photo courtesy Weyburn Young Fellows Club

Saskatchewan lowers breast screening age to 43 Dense Breasts Canada (DBC) welcomes the Saskatchewan government’s decision to lower the age of eligibility for breast cancer screening from 45 to 43, effective January 2, 2026, with a stated plan to further reduce the age to 40 in June 2026. Breast cancer is the

most commonly diagnosed cancer among Canadian women, and nearly one in six diagnoses occur in women in their 40s. Cancers diagnosed at younger ages are more likely to be aggressive and are often detected at later stages, particularly among women aged 40 to 45, making early access to screening critical. “Lowering the screening age to 43 and allowing self-referral is a meaningful step that will save lives,” said Jennie Dale, Executive Director of Dense Breasts Canada. “Detecting breast cancer in the 40s dramatically improves survival and reduces the likelihood of aggressive treatment, including chemotherapy and mastectomy. This is real progress for women’s health.” DBC applauds Saskatchewan’s leadership while urging the province to lower the screening age to 40 without delay and implement invitation letters so all eligible women are proactively notified. Invitation-based screening is proven to increase participation and reduce in-

equities related to income, geography, and access to primary care. Lowering the screening age will also mean more women learn whether they have dense breasts, a common condition that both increases breast cancer risk and makes cancers harder to detect on mammography alone. While Saskatchewan currently reports breast density through its online health portal, the province has not yet completed a system update that would ensure women receive this information, along with clear guidance, directly after screening. “Women with dense breasts need timely, understandable information about their risk and access to appropriate follow-up care,” Dale added. “Without clear communication and pathways to supplemental screening, cancers are more likely to be missed until they are more advanced and harder to treat.” DBC looks forward to continued collaboration with Saskatchewan to ensure breast cancer screen-

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ing is early, equitable, and effective for all women. Background • Studies show breast cancer incidence is rising in the 40s. • Women aged 40-49 who have mammograms are 44% less likely to die of breast cancer than women who do not have mammograms. • Survival is improved when cancer is found early, even for more aggressive subtypes. If found at stage 1 the 5-year survival is close to 100%, regardless of the cancer subtype. • Living in a province that has a screening program for women in their 40s has been found to have a significant reduction in the number of late-stage diagnosis at stage 4 in women in their 40s and a higher rate of stage 1 diagnosis as compared to stage 2 and stage 3. • Cost savings of finding cancer early are on average $39,000 for stage 1 vs $370,000 for stage 4. • Women of all races/ ethnicities are at an increased risk for breast cancer at a younger age than white women. The peak age of diagnosis for a white woman is much later than a woman of other race and ethnicities in Canada. • Current status of selfreferral for screening in Canada: Age 40: ON, NS, NL, NB, PE,I BC, YT. Age 45: NWT, AB, MB. Age 43: SK. All those at 45 have plans to lower the age to 40. Quebec is expected to lower the age in the new year. • Mammograms are not enough for women with dense breasts and ultrasound or MRI is helpful in detecting cancers missed on mammography.

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Editorial: New World Order College students solve problems through tech 6 SJHL brings home gold 8-9 ESTEVAN THIS WEEK 11 Legion holds Levee Day 12 Christmas cash winners

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FROM THE SIDELINES: NEW WORLD ORDER GIVES US NEW DIRECTIONS

Norm Park SaskToday.ca It’s getting to the point where I’m not certain what the new mandates are concerning our global inputs and outputs, and where Canada and Saskatchewan are going to stand on the world stage. On the energy-efficiency subject alone, it’s getting a bit confusing. Here in Saskatchewan, we were given the message that coal mining and power production using that resource is still a thing. And that is not a bad thing in this guy’s mindset. Many on the environmentalist side see it as negative, but they are probably still envisioning pictures of dirty mining practices whereas, as we have pointed out before, this is not the case and hasn’t been for the past several decades. Strip mining, land reclamation, including topsoil restoration, is the order of the day. This process actually encourages more growth, more crops and more trees, along with carbon capture, sequestration or reuse. Besides, when this new world order decides we need more power to fuel AI projects, this calls for more megawatts, not fewer. The new world order is demanding the use of a plethora of rare earth minerals, many of which need to be mined, not unlike coal. So does the

environmental community deplore the mining of copper, lithium, nickel and other fine substances for such things as EV batteries? Then we have the other new world orders that take us into the domestic and economic plateaus. We have had grant programs for those who build “green homes,” or at least we used to. I understand that program has been scuttled, but we’re still on board for solar panels and windmill generation. I’m guessing there are still financial incentives for those who are heading in that direction, with the windmill blades and panels coming from China, of course. Recycling these materials is another issue. LED lighting? That’s pretty well old school now, but still on the books as a favoured direction, as well as more efficient HVAC systems. Well, good for us. The carbon tax is done. At least that’s what the politicians tell us. There were financial incentives to build EV charging stations, but not very many were built and, from what I understood from those who went in that direction, they ended up spending a whole lot of money for infrequent users since the blush and rush for EV vehicles subsided with the ending of

Love asks provincial Ombudsman to investigate Inclusion Sask. report Jon Perez/ SaskToday.ca Saskatchewan NDP Education Shadow Minister Matt Love has raised the issue of recent data showing that school divisions across the province have been sending home students with complex needs, thereby denying their right to full-time access to education. Love described the situation as a growing crisis in the provincial education system and accused the government, especially Education Minister Everett Hindley, of failing to address it. The government, in turn, says it is addressing the issue with increased funding, expanded specialized support classrooms, and more classroom complexity teachers. A recent Inclusion Saskatchewan report, released in December 2025, showed more than 1,300 students with disabilities and other complex needs are being sent home during the school day or, in some cases, excluded from schools in the province’s 18 school divisions. “I have had discussions with school division leaders across the province. This

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bonuses that were available for those who were purchasing electric vehicles. So, for emission technology, let’s call it a draw. The new order calls for changes or elimination of grants, the end of funding for singular projects and the conclusion of tax credits. No doubt there will be several more pages of regulations, recommendations, guidelines and legislation that will have to be studied to death before something can or will be done to ease the pain of compliance. In the meantime, I read how Canada is responsible for just over one per cent of the global pollution index, while China, in spite of their supposed embracing of new technology, saw their negative report card grow to the point where they are currently responsible for 27 per cent of global pollution emissions. But this is not a subject of being holier than thou at the new world order table. It’s just an observation that some things need to change, some things do change, and sometimes some things don’t necessarily need to change just for the sake of change. I mean, how many new-generation iPhones do we need every two years? A s f o r C a n a d a ’s m i l i t a r y preparedness and the new world order,

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[sending students home] should be the last resort. This is not the first option for schools to say, ‘We cannot accept this child and create a safe environment for them to learn,’” said Love, who is a former teacher. Love added that sending a student with complex needs home should be a last resort, and that denying them access to fulltime education is not conducive to a healthy learning environment. A school division using it consistently should be a warning sign and a concern for teachers. Love said this problem is not new and is a result of the Saskatchewan Party-led government’s decade of underfunding and policy failures, noting that the needed support is missing and that families and schools were left in the same situation when classes resumed after the Christmas break. He described the situation as cruel, callous, and illegal, as it violates the Education Act and the Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, and he wrote to the Saskatchewan Ombudsman to investigate the denial of access to education for students with complex needs. Weyburn This Week is issued every Thursday at the office of publication, 904 East Avenue, Weyburn, Saskatchewan. Mailing address: 904 East Avenue, Weyburn, SK S4H 2Y8. Weyburn This Week is owned and operated by Prairie Newspaper Group LP, a subsidiary of Glacier Media Inc. Member of the Canadian Community Newspapers Association, the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers Association and the Canadian Media Circulation Audit.

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in light of the reality that the U.S.A. can no longer be counted on as a reliable ally, what does our to-do list look like with regard to advanced technology, materials and weapons? How many hundreds of thousands of offensive and defensive drones have we built in Canada this past year? (Insert laugh track here.) It seems our leadership can’t decide what shipyard to call upon to build even one battle or supply ship. Submarines and submersible drones to protect the North, where Russia and the U.S. are looking to take over, seem to be in short supply — or non-supply — for the Canadian military. Fighter jets? We apparently ordered some F-35s from the U.S., but now seem to regret that decision that took several years to arrive at since they are, as noted, a non-reliable ally. No one in authority seems to have the intestinal fortitude to make decisions to assist our military, so the game goes on and the money flows out without much in the line of product — including personnel — coming in. In conclusion, and just saying, we did plant a new tree in our yard last summer and we put a bird feeder in it, so I’m thinking we’re pretty well good to go on the environmental front for the next three years, maybe?

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SE College students solve real-world problems through tech

David Willberg SaskToday.ca Southeast College continues to teach valuable skills to students through its computer science through projects program. Tania Hlohovsky-Andrist, the executive director of innovation and applied research in the college’s Centre of Sustainable Innovation. said five cohorts of students have gone through the part-time program in the past 18 months. This past summer, the college also ran two programs through a federal grant for computer science training for 40 students, including 10 from the Ocean Man First Nation. “We are ready to go for next year. We have three classes set up for 2026, and we can’t wait to start welcoming students into the program and connecting with industry partners to solve problems and work on projects,” said Hlohovsky-Andrist. Instructor Ryan Gustafson said the course runs for 16 weeks, with two three-hour classes each week, equaling 96 hours. A four-hour presentation event occurs at the end, bringing the program to 100 hours. “The students have prepared a presentation of their portfolio, of their accomplishments, and then they have something to take away, to demonstrate. They can invite family or friends to show what they learned,” said Hlohov-

sky-Andrist. “We’ve had some amazing stories of students in our class who were pretty beginner, and the projects that they were able to accomplish over a semester of our class just blows them away. It’s really a great celebration at the end.” The college aims for a maximum of 10 students per cohort, but it has run the class with smaller numbers. Gustafson said it’s been a “joy” to see the projects, the students’ growth and their new skills. Another instructor and a researcher-facilitator are being hired to help expand the program to Weyburn in March 2026. The skills are varied, he said, depending on the student, their starting point, their goals and tasks required. The class is personalized for each student to learn the skills they want and need. “It can range from digital media and marketing to video recordings and programming, all the way to databases and machine learning and really advanced algorithms. Wherever the student is at, the goal is for them to grow in the skills they want to learn,” he said. Hlohovsky-Andrist noted the course is parttime and runs through the continuing education department, so if someone is working or in school, and wants to upgrade their training, or if they’re between careers, they can

do so. Students receive a microcredentials certificate upon completing the program. “We hope that they will have a portfolio of their projects so they can show that to their future employers. If you’re in a job interview and you can talk about all the projects and the languages and the involvement in the class, it becomes an excellent conversation piece, a point of reference for them to really give them a leg up in interviews, in any job,” said Hlohovsky-Andrist. High school students interested in technology and innovation have participated to receive a special projects course credit, they said. The college has a good relationship with the Estevan Comprehensive School to encourage students to take the course. The scope of the projects continues to evolve, too. During the summer, they noted students took a field trip to the Westmoreland Mining LLC’s operations. They have built relationships with partners from industry to help solve problems. Hlohovsky-Andrist highlighted one instance with the Days Inn, in which the class, through an applied research project, helped solve a breakdown with an ice machine in a hotel. “It seems like something small, but it was a problem that was holding back the Days Inn, and they weren’t as efficient

Ministerial Message: Hope in 2026 Submitted by Pastor Cameron Weber Weyburn Ministerial Association As we start 2026 are you wondering what 2026 holds for you, your family and the world? With Russia threatening WWIII (Nuclear War) to the other wars going on in the world today. With the economic conditions in the world and even in our community right here in Weyburn. We see more and more people needing help to thrive, the food bank is busy but funds are low with the food bank only able to give out $50.00 gift cards and $25.00 to some people $75.00 gift cards to families instead of receiving food hampers at Christmas. Rent keeps going up, grocery prices expected to go up, with a family of 4 grocery prices for them to rise to $1000.00 more this year. Where is hope, peace of mind, assurances everything will be, ok? Let’s see what Jesus says Luke 21: 9-11,26,26,28.” But when you hear of wars and commotions, be not terrified: for these things must first, come to pass; but the end is not yet. Then he said unto them, Nation shall rise against Nation, and Kingdom against

Kingdom: and great earthquakes shall be in diverse places, and famines, and pestilences; and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from Heaven. There shall be signs in the sun and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity, the sea and waves roaring; (climate change). Men’s hearts failing them for fear, (mental health, rise in heart attacks) and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of Heaven will be shaken. And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up and lift up your heads, for your redemption drawth nigh.” Jesus said as his 2nd coming approaches these things would become worse, climate conditions, health and disease problems, people’s hearts failing them (heart attacks) and mental health problems. Statistics now tell us that at least 25 per cent of people will have mental health problems during their life, (expecting it may go higher). Not a very good outlook for 2026 and beyond. So, what is the answer where do we find hope? Jesus again gave us the answer John 14:1-6 “Let

not your hearts be troubled; (this sounds hopeful) you believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s House are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you, I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am there you may be also.” Jesus was saying our hope needs to be in him not people and things of this earth. The disciples were confused like many of us today in how this can be? Jesus goes on to answer this question in vs.6 “I am the way, the truth and the life; no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” This is Pastor Cameron Weber saying I am not putting my hope in world leaders, (Trump, Putin, Carney, etc.) to bring about peace in this world, rather in the Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ. My hope for 2026 is in Jesus Christ, because I know he will never fail me and my family, as we have seen many times in the past. He is soon coming back to set up his Kingdom of Peace. Besides who or what else is there to put your hope in? I hope you will join me in putting your trust in Jesus Christ!!

and they weren’t able to load up their ice from their ice machine,” said Hlohovsky-Andrist. “And so working with our students and working with our 3-D printing capacity, we built them a part and they were able to be more successful in their ice filling. It’s small, but it’s something that helps the students. They have a real-life project, they understand how that process goes, and we help someone out in the community.” The computer science course has also been beneficial for Jill Ruep, the owner of Ma Fii Lii Rasaad (Michif for My Daughter ’s Beads), an Indigenous beading company that won top spot during a pitch competition at the Innovation Conference for Economic Development (ICED) in Rural Areas in Estevan in September. Hlohovsky-Andrist referred to Ruep as their “star entrepreneur”. The computer science students are developing her app, which is her digital business innovation, so that Indigenous people have an easier time when designing their beading projects. “They can use this

PART 1 Hey Dads! Did you ever have one of those days? Maybe your car wouldn’t start or you slid into a ditch or you lost your phone. Some days are like that. Today was one of those days. One of those days when all three of those things happened to me… and more! But everything turned out just fine at the end of the day. Here’s how it went down. Two weeks ago we got a little car, a used Honda Civic. For the last three years our family of 12 has had one vehicle – a giant full-size van. With four teenagers in the house (three of them now driving) it was time for another vehicle. The Civic has been great but the alternator just died on it so it was at the mechanic and we were going to pick it up today. So my plan was to drive the big van into town with my oldest daughter, Annabelle, and pick up the good-asnew car. We also had a decent amount of snow overnight which will become relevant at the ditch part of the story. I went out early to warm up the van, brush the snow off, and scrape the windshield. Don’t be fooled! I don’t always do such preparatory things. Sometimes I just crouch down in the driver’s seat and look through the bottom inch of the windshield where the defrost fan is really making an impact. But the van

digital beading app that is Indigenous. It talks about the culture and it’s geared specifically for Indigenous patterns. So there are beading apps out there on the market, but they’re not geared towards Indigenous beading patterns, and they don’t have the cultural element,” said Hlohovsky-Andrist. The college has also supported Ruep in applying for grants, they said, including an SK Arts grant at the beginning of 2025. “We were able to hire a student to work on her app, so for a student to get some paid experience was a really cool opportunity. It looks good on your resumé,” said Gustafson. Then there’s Poppy the robot – the program’s creation that has greeted visitors to the ICED conference the last two years. Through a partnership with the University of Regina, an engineering student worked on Poppy and now other ideas are being studied to enhance her. The college is also collaborating with ECS because new sensors and equipment are being added. “It’s been a really cool collaboration and oppor-

tunity to work together to advance our Poppy robot,” said Gustafson. The summer cohorts were through a partnership with Suncrest College and the Yorkton Tribal Council and students. The program was fully funded, they said, so students didn’t have to pay tuition, and they also received equipment. “Many of these students had a lot of barriers, including they had digital barriers. They had really no experience using computers.” The college is still accepting students for its next cohort, which it hopes will start Jan. 20, and Andrist said it’s challenging if they don’t have enough students. Tuition is just $500, but a $300 bursary gets returned to the students upon course completion. Gustafson added grant applications are in the works and projects are lined up that would be used to hire students in the future. “Our full mission is to help the community grow and thrive as we look forward to the next 10 years,” said HlohovskyAndrist.

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would not start. I could just boost it with the newish car. Oh ya. Picking up the car was on today’s to-do list. But I own a small tractor which has a battery and I needed it to plow the driveway anyways. Boom! Van started via tractor boost. We drove into town and I dropped Annabelle off at work. The plan was to pick her up at lunch and go get the car. That plan was in place but she wanted to go for a little drive first so she could eat her lunch before getting the car. We drove just outside of town to the cemetery (It’s a very nice place to eat your lunch. People are dying to go there.) Unsure of how plowed the cemetery was I commented to Annabelle, “We should probably turn around. I don’t want to get stuck in there.” (Not yet, anyways.) Being the cautious and not-aggressive driver that I am, I slowly backed up to turn around in a dirt driveway close by. But even closer than the driveway, under a foot of snow that looked like the driveway, was a lovely ditch which I promptly backed down into. When I realized what was happening I really floored it to get some momentum and fly out of the ditch. Only I didn’t. My tires spun really fast in the deep snow and we went exactly nowhere. Actually, we did sink down into the snow a bit more. That’s almost like progress.

I called my good friends at the Auto Club for a tow. I’ve got to know them pretty good over the years. They must have been really busy with bad drivers in ditches because I was put on hold. Annabelle and I began to walk back into town while I listened to the inspiring hold music. ust then, a jolly old elf in a 4-wheel drive truck pulled up! “You need a pull? I saw you get stuck over there.” A Christmas miracle! Before you could say, “There’s a lot of bad drivers out there,” he had pulled us out of the ditch. We thanked the Christmas angel and hit the road. Driving Annabelle back to work, I asked her if she had my phone. She did not. You’ll have to come back next time to find out where my phone went. Annabelle and I made a good memory and she even took a picture of us stuck in the ditch. Thanks, daughter. Take some time to be with your little children or your grown-up children or your grandchildren this Christmas season. It’s almost here and time flies! Make every moment count! Even the ditchy ones! Jason Weening mostly avoids ditches with his 10 kids and one wife. Check out his new book of funny family stories, “Yes, Dear…I’m Watching Them”. SEE PART 2 - PAGE 8

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Red Wings split homeand-home series vs. Bruins

The Weyburn Red Wings split a pair of games against the Estevan Bruins in the Highway 39 rivarly over the weekend. The Red Wings now have a firm five-point lead over the Bruins in the Bunge division of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. The Bruins won 3-1 on home ice on January 3. There was no scoring for either team in the first period. Estevan potted two goals in the first four minutes of the second period to take an early lead. Trennen Redlick scored for Weyburn at the 10:49 mark, assisted by Simon Martin and Luke Schraeder. Tensions were high between both

teams in the period, with the Red Wings in the penalty box five times, while the Bruins had three penalities. The Bruins secured the win with the only third period goal scored at 11:41. Nate Stevens was in net for the Red Wings, stopping 33 out of 36 shots. The Red Wings flipped the score, winning 3-1 on home ice on January 4. Weyburn’ started the scoring with a goal byCallas Pierce at the 10:36 mark in the first period, assisted by Roan Burgess. Estevan responded with a goal of their own at the 9:21 mark of the second period and tied up the game, but Schraeder

responded for Weyburn at the 13:58 mark to reclaim the lead, assisted by Will Munro and Lucas Schmid. In a heavy penality third period by Estevan, Pierce added an empty net goal at the 18:44 mark, assisted by Burgess and Sawyer Aquila. Joey Rocha had his first appearance in the Red Wings net for the win, stopping 19 out of 20 shots. The Red Wings will face the Battlefords North Stars for a pair of games on Thursday, January 8 and Friday, January 9. The team will return back to Whitecap Resources Centre on Saturday, January 17 for a game against the Melfort Mustangs.

American DL Johnson retires, joins Roughriders coaching staff Dave Thomas SaskToday.ca Micah Johnson has traded in the hand-in-thedirt life for a headset and a whistle — but he isn’t going anywhere. After 13 seasons of wrecking game plans across the Canadian Football League, the three-time Grey Cup champion has officially retired as a player and is stepping straight into the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ coaching ranks as the club’s

new defensive line coach. If this feels like a natural progression, that’s because it is. Johnson walks away from the game as one of the most respected interior defenders of his era — a force defined not just by power and production, but by intelligence, durability and leadership. His résumé speaks loudly: three Grey Cup rings, five All-CFL selections, seven divisional AllCFL nods, and a career

spent commanding double and triple teams so others could feast. Before becoming a CFL staple, Johnson’s professional journey began south of the border. He made his NFL regular-season debut with the Miami Dolphins in 2010, before moving north in 2013 and joining the Calgary Stampeders. It didn’t take long for him to find his footing in the Canadian game. Full story on SaskToday.ca

Weyburn Red Wing players, Josh Sale and Drew Molde, won gold Courtesy Weyburn Red Wings with Team SJHL at the 2026 Viking Cup.

Team SJHL earns memorable gold medal at Viking Cup

Team SJHL took home a historic title, winning the first Viking Cup in nearly 20 years. The week-long tournament was revived this year by the Augustana Vikings Hockey Alumni Association and featured an all-star team of 20-year-old SJHL players, alongside the University of Alberta Augustana Vikings, Czech University Photo courtesy SJHL Selects, Midland University Warriors, and SAIT Trojans.

Benny Walchuk SportsCage.com For the first time in 20 years, a Viking Cup champion was crowned on Janaury 3. Ethan Andrews of the Estevan Bruins scored the overtime winner to lead Team SJHL to a 5-4 victory over the SAIT Trojans in the gold medal game in Camrose, Alberta. Yorkton Terrier captain, Tylan Henrikson, tied the game with 14.4 seconds left in regulation while Anthony Campbell, Rylan Williams, Gavin Granger and Russ Demo also scored. SJHL starter and Humboldt Bronco, Brady Holtvogt, stopped 26 shots in the win. The SJHL went a perfect 5-0 in the tournament. During the round robin, they defeated the Midland University Warriors 6-2, the Czechia Selects 7-2, the host Augustana University Vikings 7-3 and the Trojans 3-2. The latter victory came in overtime. By that point, the SJHL all-stars had already clinched first and a spot in the final.

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Veteran teacher unlocks the mysteries of AI/Chat GPT

SaskToday.ca With an interest in technology, it’s not surprising that teacher, Darryl Postnikoff, embraced the internet and is now teaching people about artificial intelligence (AI) and ChatGPT. Postnikoff has always been interested in computers and began using them around 1983. “When I was completing my third university degree at the University of Regina in 1993, a professor introduced me to the internet,” said Postnikoff. “He told me this was something that would revolutionize education, especially since I was a teacher at the time.” When Postnikoff was hired as viceprincipal of Weyburn Junior High School in 1995, he was asked what something new or innovative he could bring to the school. “I said the internet. I was able to set up one computer in the library with a dial-up modem, and we began to explore what this new technology could offer. Our students were amazed by it and always wanted to know more,” said Postnikoff. Weyburn Junior High School became the first school in southeast Saskatchewan to connect to the internet. “It cost $35 to hook up and then $20 a month for dial-up service. It’s kind of funny looking back. The computer could only be used at noon hour, under watchful eyes, and it wasn’t used extensively until teachers had more professional in-service to become familiar with it,” said Postnikoff. Initially, many teachers were afraid of it and worried about how it might be used,” continued Postnikoff. “There were rumours that the internet would replace teachers. I wanted to take those fears away and teach people how to use it responsibly. Instead of being hesitant, Postnikoff knew it was better to accept and embrace this new form of technology. “I knew this technology was coming whether we wanted it or not, so I felt it was important to start preparing students for a future where the internet would be part of their work world. I didn’t realize just how big it would become. I just knew it was going to change the way we learn, teach, and communicate,” said Postnikoff. In 2023, Postnikoff began using OpenAI, and knew right away this was something big and something that would once again revolutionize how we use the internet and computers. “I’ve always been curious about new tools — especially ones that help people think, learn, and solve problems more effectively,” said Postnikoff. Postnikoff held a class on Artificial Intelligence on December 10, which focused on ChatGPT for seniors at the Weyburn Wheatland Senior Centre. Postnikoff said he felt it was time to start talking about it more openly, especially as more people began asking questions, so Postnikoff approached the Superannuated Teachers Executive of the Weyburn Chapter, and they felt it would be a good idea to have a short

presentation on the topic. “AI is something that now surrounds us, and we hear about it almost daily,” said Postnikoff. “I knew many people were curious, some had tried it, and when something is new like this, people naturally want to know more, and they wanted someone to explain it to them in plain language.” “AI has been around us for years, and most of us have been using it already (with) things like GPS, Siri, Alexa, and other everyday tools,” said Postnikoff. “But when generative AI came along, I knew right away this was different. It was a completely new way of interacting with technology (and) something we really haven’t seen before.” It reminded Postnikoff a lot of the internet in 1995. “This technology isn’t going away, and we can’t ignore it. I also didn’t want people learning about AI only through headlines or fear-based stories,” said Postnikoff. “My goal was to give retired teachers a calm, practical introduction (and) a chance to understand what generative AI is, try it for themselves, and decide how they feel about it. I wanted to create a space where people could learn, ask questions, and see real examples of how I’m already using it day-to-day. As an educator, I’ve always felt a responsibility to help people understand change rather than fear it,” said Postnikoff. “I gave a brief introduction to AI and compared it to the introduction of the internet in 1995. Many of these teachers remember what it was like bringing that new technology into schools during their careers,” said Postnikoff. I wanted them to see that AI is a similar kind of technology but with much more power than its predecessor,” said Postnikoff. “I spoke about the background of AI, as well as the potential dangers of using it. I, however, stressed the positive aspects of AI and the importance of learning how to use it properly and responsibly.” Postnikoff also focused on how AI can enhance our thinking, explore our curiosity, help us learn new things, and build on what we already know. In total, 25 people attended the seminar. “There were many good questions, and I felt that some of the initial fear disappeared and curiosity took over,” said Postnikoff. “If people walked away feeling a little more confident and a little less intimidated, then the session did exactly what I hoped it would do.” Important information for seniors For Postnikoff, it was important to host a class on AI specifically geared towards seniors. “I think seniors are the best learners of this technology. They bring knowledge, wisdom, and life experience that really enhance what AI can offer. AI can be used as a personal assistant helping in practical everyday ways,” said Postnikoff. In many ways, this technology finally meets seniors where they are, instead

of asking them to meet the technology halfway,” continued Postnikoff. “There are no technical terms, coding, or manuals to memorize. It’s simply a conversation with a computer, and seniors are very good at that. Seniors ask better questions, look for deeper meaning, and that’s exactly what AI responds to. That’s why it works so well for them.” To make the seminar digestible for older learners, Postnikoff slowed everything down and avoided technical language. “I focused on real, everyday examples and showed AI as a tool you talk to, not something you have to understand technically,” said Postnikoff. “Once people realized they didn’t need to be experts, just curious, the anxiety dropped, and the questions became much more thoughtful,” Postnikoff says bringing the internet into school and teaching AI now is very similar. “In the mid-90s, the internet was new, unfamiliar, and intimidating. People weren’t sure what it was for or whether schools even needed it. AI feels the same way today. There’s excitement, skepticism, and lots of unanswered questions,” said Postnikoff. Postnikoff says the biggest difference is speed. “The internet rolled out slowly, while AI is moving very fast, which can feel overwhelming. But interestingly, AI is often easier to use. You don’t need to understand how it works, you just ask questions and have a conversation,” said Postnikoff. “Like the internet, AI can be incredibly useful but only if we take the time to understand it and use it thoughtfully.” Postnikoff says what hasn’t changed

is the role of the teacher. “Back then, my job wasn’t to be an internet expert. It was to help people understand the tool and use it responsibly. The same is true with AI today,” said Postnikoff. Teachers help slow things down, provide context, and help people separate what’s useful from what’s noise,” continued Postnikoff. “Technology changes, but the teacher’s role stays the same: to guide, reassure, and help people make sense of change.” Postnikoff plans on putting on a similar seminar in the future. “This isn’t a one-time conversation. AI is changing quickly, and people need time to absorb it, try it out, and come back with new questions.” “I’d be happy to do more sessions like this, especially if they remain practical and low-pressure. The interest is clearly there, and these conversations help people feel more confident and less intimidated,” continued Postnikoff. For those new to AI, Postnikoff wants you to know it’s not an all-ornothing thing. “You don’t have to fully embrace AI, and you don’t have to avoid it either. The important thing is understanding it well enough to make your own decisions,” said Postnikoff. “For retired teachers especially, AI can be a helpful companion, something that supports curiosity, learning, and everyday problem-solving,” said Postnikoff. “Used thoughtfully, it’s not about replacing thinking; it’s about supporting it. At the end of the day, this is just another tool, and like any good technology tool, it works best in experienced hands,” said Postnikoff.

Abby and Adaline created colourful tamborines from paper plates during a ‘Noon’ Year’s Eve party at the Weyburn Public Photo Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn This Week Library.

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Estevan fire department reported a record number of calls in 2025 David Willberg SaskToday.ca The Estevan Fire Rescue Service (EFRS) says it had a record-setting year for call volumes in 2025. In an email, Fire Chief Rick Davies said the EFRS responded to a total of 273 calls in 2025, making it the busiest year to date. The department had a number of calls to wrap up 2025 and has been busy to start 2026. On December 24, the EFRS was alerted to a commercial fire alarm in the northeast area. The duty officer responded to investigate and determined no emergency was occurring, and EFRS assistance was not required. The EFRS was dispatched for a commercial fire alarm in southwest Estevan on December 26. Crews responded and investigated, and determined the alarm was due to sprinkler system activation. They confirmed no fire was occurring. Crews isolated the sprinkler to stop water flow and ensured the alarm system was reactivated. The scene was turned over to property management for system re-

pairs and cleanup. On December 27, the EFRS was dispatched for a two-vehicle collision in the northeast area. Crews responded and assisted along with EPS and EMS. No further information was available on injuries and damage. The EFRS was dispatched December 29 for a residential fire alarm in the

northeast area. Crews responded and investigated. They confirmed an emergency was not occurring. The issue was with the alarm system. The following day, the EFRS was dispatched to assist with a fluid spill cleanup in the central part of the city. Crews responded and assisted with cleanup. The fluid spill was from a mo-

tor vehicle collision. On December 31, the EFRS was dispatched to a commercial fire in the northwest area. Crews responded and investigated. They confirmed no emergency was occurring, and the alarm was due to a maintenance issue. On January 2, the EFRS was dispatched for a commercial fire alarm in the

northeast area. Crews responded and investigated. They confirmed no emergency was occurring, and determined the alarm to be accidently caused from building maintenance. That same day, the EFRS was dispatched for a commercial fire alarm in northeast Estevan. Crews responded and investigated. They confirmed no

emergency was occurring. They determined the alarm was accidentally caused by alarm system maintenance. On January 4, the EFRS was dispatched for a single-vehicle collision east of the city. Crews responded and assisted along with Estevan EMS and RCMP. No further information was available for injuries or damage.

A record number of calls were reported by the Estevan Fire Department during 2025.

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PART 2 Hey Dads! Was Christmas everything you hoped it would be? There was much skating, board games, and consumption of foodstuffs in our home. There may have even been a nap or two along the way! I hope you had a restful time. Now, on to the new year! But first a short visit to the old year. If you read my last story, you’ll recall that I recently got the van started with a boost, parked it in a snowy ditch, and was rescued by a good man with a good 4-wheel-drive truck. The saga continued to unfold… I was driving away from the snowy ditch (which had some nice tire tracks in it now) to bring my eldest daughter to work. As we left, I asked her, “Do you have my phone?” She did not have my phone. We did a quick look around the vehicle for my phone. Under seats. In glove compartment. Way up on the dashboard where you can hardly reach. I checked all my pockets. She checked all her pockets. And her purse pockets (there seemed to be a lot of those). She called my phone with her phone. No rings, rum-

Searching the snow drift

blings, or revealings of phone location. I searched through the vast caverns of my memory to the last time I had my phone. It was when I called the Auto Club to tow me out of the snowy ditch…the ditch…THE DITCH! Uh, oh. Could it be? I turned to my daughter, “Maybe it fell out of my pocket in the ditch. I’ll go back and take a look. Can I borrow your phone to call my phone again when I’m close?” Being the good daughter that she is, she agreed. I returned to the scene of the slip. I had crawled under the van to hook up the tow strap. Maybe my phone fell out of my pocket. I dug around in the snow but found nothing. Maybe it had fallen on the road in the general vicinity of the ditch. I started walking all around the area with my eyes glued to the ground. Then I saw something! Something small! Something square! Something… that had clearly been run over. It was my phone. I was happy. I was sad. It had fallen out of my pocket directly into the path of the truck that pulled us out of the ditch. The truck ran over it. Was there

a chance it was okay in the protective phone case? So close! A giant crack split the screen down the middle, just enough that I couldn’t enter my code or use the phone. One half looked normal and one half looked like the static colour bars of death we used to see on TV channels that were not broadcasting anything. The day could only get better from there. The first repair shop I went to could not repair it. The second repair shop…had my screen in stock! And a couple hours later it was good as new! Some days are like that, aren’t they? But all those problems could have been worse and I’m grateful everything worked out like it did. I even chuckled as I wrote about it. Keep your chin up, dad! Enjoy the adventures with your kids, old or young. Maybe take one or two out on a date tonight or this weekend. Time flies. Make every moment count! Even the broken phone ones! Jason Weening needs a phone to call his 10 kids and one patient wife. Check out his new book of funny family stories, “Yes, Dear… I’m Watching Them”.

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Estevan Bruins played a big role at SJHL’s Viking Cup victory David Willberg SaskToday.ca Estevan connections played a big role in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League’s under-20 (U20) all-star team winning the resurrected Viking Cup tournament. Eagle Sky Estevan Bruins’ defenceman, Ethan Andrews, scored the winning goal midway through the first overtime period in the SJHL allstars’ 5-4 victory over the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) Trojans in the tournament finale January 3 in Camrose, Alta. SAIT led 4-2 after two periods, but Anthony Campbell of the Battlefords North Stars scored to pull the SJHL to within one, and Tylan Henrikson of the Yorkton Terriers forced overtime when he scored with 14.4 seconds left to play in regulation. Gavin Granger of the Stars and Russ Demo of the Kindersley Klippers also scored. Bruins’ forward Rylan Williams had three assists. Brady Holtvogt of the Humboldt Broncos was in goal. Andrews finished the tournament with three goals and two assists in five games, while Williams added two goals and three assists. Forward Noah Asmundson of the Bruins had three goals and three assists. Asmund-

son and Williams assisted on Henrikson’s dramatic goal. Bruins’ head coach and general manager, Drew Kocur, was the team’s head coach, while former Bruin player and assistant coach, Turner Ripplinger, was the SJHL’s assistant coach. Former Bruins’ director of personnel and head scout, Rick Oakes, was the SJHL’s GM. Bruin forward Ewan Rennie was selected for the team, but opted not to participate due to an injury. Three former members of the Estevan U18 AAA Bears were also on the team. Zayden Sadlemeyer of the Melfort Mustangs was named a tournament all-star after he led the SJHL entry in points with seven, thanks to three goals and four assists. Jye Zawatsky of the Yorkton Terriers had two goals in five games, while defenceman Boston Harkness, now of the Melville Millionaires, was pointless in five contests. The SJHL went a perfect 5-0 in the tournament. During the round robin, they defeated the Midland University Warriors 6-2, the Czechia Selects 7-2, the host Augustana University Vikings 7-3 and the Trojans 3-2. The latter victory came in overtime. By that point, the SJHL allstars had already clinched first and a spot in the final.

Estevan’s music festival registration now open SaskToday staff The start of the new year means people will be able to start registering for the next edition of the Estevan and District Music Festival. In an email to SaskToday, president Alisha Mann said registration opens January 2, 2026, and closes January 30. Registrations happen electronically through the festival’s online entry program at https://emfd. musicfestivalsuite.com/. For tech support for the online registration system, people can message the festival’s Facebook page or email estevanmusicfestival@sasktel.net. The public can also visit the provincial music festival’s website at www. smfa.ca to see the current syllabus. They can go to the District Festivals page and scroll to Estevan, where they will find the local addendum with extra classes that are not in

the syllabus, along with contact information for Mann and the entry co-ordinator. There is also information on scholarship listings from last year. Mann expects this year will be similar for scholarships. Tentative dates for the festival, pending entry numbers, are March 15-17 for vocal, musical theatre and spoken word; March 17-19 for band and instrumental; March 20 for strings; and March 23-27 for piano. Highlights and awards programs will happen after the conclusion of festival performances; dates will be announced at another time. The festival will be looking for volunteers. If anyone wants to volunteer to be an announcer, door worker or secretary to the adjudicator, the festival can always use more hands. To be added to the list, they can reach out to Mann at 306-421-3352.

Estevan Bruins’ head coach, Drew Kocur, and team members, Ethan Andrews, Rylan Photo courtesy Estevan Bruins’ Facebook page Williams and Noah Asmundson, celebrated the Viking Cup win.

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