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Chamber highlights business investment in Federal Budget

Lynch Farm Partnership won the 2026 Golden Sheaf award at the annual Weyburn Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Appreciation Night on November 6. Pictured, l-r, Chamber president Jordan Szczecinski, Dakota Lynch, Jordon Lynch, Leslie Lynch, Chansi Bourke, Patrick Bourke and Chamber executive director Monica Osborn. Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn This Week

Golden Sheaf recognizes farming legacy built by Lynch Farm Partnership

Sabrina Kraft Weyburn Review Lynch Farm Partnership was recognized for excellence in agriculture and citizenship, as the Osagebased multi-generation farm was the 2026 Golden Sheaf award recipient at the annual Weyburn Chamber of Commerce’s Agriculture Appreciation Night on November 7 Monica Osborn, executive director of the Weyburn Chamber, stated that candidates for the Golden Sheaf are judged in five areas, community involvement, innovation and entrepreneurship, longevity, professional involvement, and stewardship. “The Lynch Farm Partnership’s story began near Osage in 1907 and for more than 115 years, four generations have built a farming legacy grounded in family, community, stewardship,

and commitment to leaving the land stronger for those who follow,” said Osborn. “Their impact extends well beyond the farm,” added Osborn. “Members of the family serve on preschool and daycare boards, support minor sports, contribute to municipal government, volunteer with the fire department, and provide leadership to local medical services. They have also welcomed youth from Ranch Ehrlo to experience rural life, agriculture, and the outdoors firsthand.” “Their commitment to professional development is equally strong. Family members have pursued agriculture education at the University of Saskatchewan and earned professional agrologist and certified crop advisor designations.” “They do not adapt

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technology simply for the sake of innovation. They use it to make better decisions, improve efficiency, and care for their land over the long term,” said Osborn. “Direct seeding, minimum tillage, variable rate fertilizer, and seeding, soil probes, on-farm weather stations, and satellite imagery all support a practical, informed, and sustainable approach to crop production.” “Stewardship is central to their operation. They recognize that caring for the land today is essential to ensuring that future generations have the same opportunity to farm it tomorrow. Their goal is not only to continue what previous generations built, but to create the opportunity for a fifth and sixth generation to carry it forward.” Earlier in the year, the Lynch Farm Partnership

was named Saskatchewan’s Outstanding Young Farmers, and will represent the province at the National Outstanding Young Farmers Competition at the end of November. “They are a family that respects its history, embraces change, and continues to build a strong future for Saskatchewan agriculture, and tonight we’re proud to honour them,” said Osborn. “The generations before us helped establish our 119-year-old farm,” said Jordon Lynch. “Our parents built a farm strong foundation. Both taught us to work hard and do the job right the first time.” “Dad focused on ag innovation and technology. Mom focused on communication building, strong relationships between each other and outside of our family.” Continued on page 5

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The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce is highlighting several measures in the Government of Canada’s 2026 Federal Budget that have the potential to support business investment, agriculture, energy development and economic growth in Weyburn and southeast Saskatchewan. Budget 2026: Masters of Our Destiny, tabled November 5, placed a significant focus on encouraging private-sector investment, improving Canada’s productivity, strengthening trade infrastructure and supporting the country’s natural-resource advantage. For Weyburn businesses, one of the most significant measures is the Productivity Mega Deduction, which expands the ability for businesses to immediately deduct eligible capital investments. The federal government estimates the measure will reduce Canada’s marginal effective tax rate on new business investment from 13 per cent to 6.4 per cent. For businesses investing in machinery, equipment, technology and other productivity improvements, the measure could help reduce the upfront tax cost associated with expansion and modernization. “Weyburn businesses understand that long-term economic growth comes from businesses having the confidence and ability to invest,” said Monica Osborn, Executive Director of the Weyburn Chamber of Commerce. “Measures that encourage businesses to purchase equipment, adopt technology, expand operations and improve productivity can have a direct impact on our local economy.” Agriculture and agrifood investment are also important components of

the budget. The federal government is proposing a $1 billion Agri-food Project Finance Fund along with a $150 million Food Security Fund for small and medium-sized businesses and measures aimed at reducing regulatory burden throughout the agricultural supply chain. As the economic centre of a significant agricultural region, the Weyburn Chamber sees potential opportunities for producers, processors and businesses involved in transportation, storage, equipment, technology and other agricultural services. Increasing valueadded processing and strengthening agricultural supply chains could create additional economic opportunities throughout southeast Saskatchewan. The budget also includes investments in energy and natural resources, including $424.4 million to renew the Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy and $518.5 million for the Nuclear Energy Strategy. It also proposes tax treatment for helium exploration and development that is more consistent with conventional oil and gas. “For southeast Saskatchewan, continued investment in Canada’s energy and natural-resource sectors is important,” said Osborn. “Resource development creates opportunities well beyond the project itself. It supports contractors, equipment suppliers, transportation companies, skilled trades, professional services and many other businesses throughout the supply chain.” The Weyburn Chamber also welcomes the budget’s emphasis on trade-enabling infrastructure and stronger export corridors. Continued on Page 2

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Chamber applauds efforts in federal budget

Continued from front page Saskatchewan businesses rely heavily on access to domestic and international markets, making efficient transportation infrastructure and reliable access to ports critical for agriculture, energy and other export-oriented industries. The budget includes West” “Coast gateway investments, support through the Trade Diversification Corridors Fund and $55.3 million over two years to advance digital trade. Additional measures that could benefit businesses include a $930 million expansion of the Scientific Research and Experimental Development tax incen-

tive program, improved opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses to participate in federal procurement and defense supply chains, and the new Canada Growth Incentive aimed at encouraging investment and reinvestment in Canadian companies. The Chamber also recognizes that many businesses continue to face significant pressures from operating costs, labour shortages and economic uncertainty. While the budget contains measures intended to encourage investment and long-term growth, implementation will determine how accessible and effective those programs

are for small and mediumsized businesses. Fiscal responsibility also remains important. Budget 2026 projects a federal deficit of $62.3 billion. The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce has encouraged the federal government to establish a clear timeline and measurable commitments toward overall fiscal balance. “The direction toward investment, productivity, agriculture, trade and resource development is encouraging, but businesses ultimately need to see these commitments translate into practical results,” Osborn added. “For the Weyburn Chamber, that means pro-

grams that are accessible to small and medium-sized businesses, less regulatory burden, competitive taxation and responsible fiscal management.” The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce will continue to monitor the implementation of Budget 2026 and advocate for policies that strengthen the competitiveness of businesses in Weyburn and southeast Saskatchewan.” “The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven association that fosters business growth and development in Weyburn and district through advocacy, education, connections and events.”

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Chamber to bring WESK Connect to Weyburn

Submitted The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce recenlty partnered with Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan (WESK) to bring WESK Connect to Weyburnas part of a province-wide celebration of International Women’s Entrepreneurship Day on November 19. WESK Connect events are being held in communities across Saskatchewan throughout November, creating opportunities for women entrepreneurs, business professionals, and community members to connect, build relationships, and exchange experiences and knowledge in a casual and welcoming environment. The Weyburn event will take place at Cecilia’s Banquet Hall on Tuesday, November 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. “This is a great opportunity to bring members of our local business community together, make new connections, and recognize the important role women entrepreneurs play

in Weyburn and across Saskatchewan,” said Monica Osborn, Executive Director of the Weyburn Chamber of Commerce. “We are pleased to partner with WESK to bring this event to our community and encourage local entrepreneurs and professionals to take advantage of the opportunity to connect with one another.” WESK Connect is designed to provide an accessible networking opportunity where participants can expand their professional networks, share experiences, and learn from their peers. The Weyburn event is free to attend, but advance registration is encouraged. In addition to Weyburn, WESK Connect events are planned for Davidson, Fort Qu’Appelle, Kindersley, Maple Creek, Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, and Saskatoon. For information on WESK Connect events taking place across Saskatchewan, visit the WESK events registration page.

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bringing hope and joy to families in need this holiday season. This program helps individuals and families who may be struggling financially by providing Christmas hampers, food, toys, and other essential items to make the holidays a little brighter. Applications for the Christmas Assistance Program are received until November 27 and are available at the Weyburn Salvation Army location. In the middle of December, the toy store will be set up, and open to families on the Christmas Assistance Program. The Salvation Army is also accepting business and non-profit group donations for the Christmas Assistance Program. They do not require any toys for children under 10, and the focus is for toys for ages 10 to 17. Toys will be collected during the Teddy Bear Toss at the Weyburn Red Wings’ home game against the Yorkton Terriers on Saturday, November 21.

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Thursday, November 12, 2026

Opinion: Why using AI saves doctors time but won’t fix physician burnout

Submitted by Ali Abdalvand and Ehsan Etezad AI adoption in medicine is accelerating: more than 12,000 primary care clinicians have enrolled in Canada Health Infoway’s national AI scribe program, about 5,000 Ontario physicians use AI scribes and roughly one in five Canadian physicians now use AI tools. Almost 60 per cent report a cut in administrative time. AI scribes are tools that, with the patient’s consent, listen to a clinical visit and automatically draft the physician’s notes. We’re writing as an emergency physician who has led digital transformation in emergency departments for six years and advises on AI readiness (Ali Abdalvand), and an organizational psychologist studying burnout and responsible AI adoption (Ehsan Etezad). Our observation is that AI keeps its narrow promise of saving time. But without proper frameworks, it quietly adds new burdens that absorb those savings. We believe the fix is organizational. Burnout stems from mismatches in workload, control, reward, community, fairness and values; not from any single task such as paperwork. One study found electronic health record design and use accounted for just 6.8 per cent of the differences in burnout between clinicians. When work conditions such as a chaotic atmosphere and lack of control over workload were also considered, that number rose to 36.2 per cent. In emergency medicine, physicians are interrupted 7.9 times an hour, and prescribing error rates nearly triple with interruptions. No scribe changes that. How AI quietly adds to physicians’ work I think we can all relate to the idea that when you complete one task efficiently and save some time, new demands fill the space, making it seem as though nothing was saved in the first place. But as AI introduces new ways of reducing the time physicians spend on documentation, it comes with novel ways of adding work, too. The time dividend gets spent. Saved time rarely comes back to clinicians. In Canada’s national AI scribe program, half of clinicians put the time they saved into other administrative work, and one in five used it to add appointments. Studies from the United States show the same pattern: AI scribe adopters across five health systems saved 13.4 minutes of daily EHR time and delivered 0.49 more visits per week. Errors do happen and patient safety is at stake. In two simulated tests, On-

tario’s auditor general reported that most of the 20 government-approved AI scribes made errors. Twelve recorded the wrong drug, nine invented treatment steps and 17 missed key mental-health details in at least one test. The province says there are no known reports of patient harm. OntarioMD, a subsidiary of the Ontario Medical Association that helps physicians adopt digital health tools with funding from the Ontario Ministry of Health, responded that physicians “know they must review every clinical note generated by their AI scribe.” That safeguard is essential — and it is also work. Used to be authors and now editors. Automation often leaves humans the hardest job, which is watching for rare but serious errors. When physicians at one U.S. health system got AI-drafted replies to patient messages, replying time did not decline as physicians still have to edit the text to make sure it was accurate. More tools, more switching. In our experience, many AI tools sit outside core clinical systems. As an example, in one of our emergency departments, starting a night shift means logging into the work station, the health record, the dictation system, the imaging viewer, the EKG viewer and, most recently, an AI scribe; six systems before seeing the first patient, and a copy-and-paste at the end of every interaction because the scribe lives outside the chart. Thirty-nine per cent of Canadian physicians named better-connected, interoperable systems as a priority. Always learning because it’s always changing. Keeping up with constant learning is a job demand in its own right and it can wear people down. This is also known as AI fatigue, defined as the overwhelming pressure of keeping up with AI tools for people’s jobs. Change fatigue is a predictable response to how change is managed by the health-care system and health-care leaders and it is not a reflection of someone’s failing to learn or to adapt. A better way We propose a practical framework that can be used by health-care organizations to improve the adoption of AI. This framework, GRACE, was co-developed by one of the authors, Ehsan Etezad, and it sets out five principles for moving toward responsible adoption. Ali Abdalvand Associate professor of emergency medicine, University of British Columbia Ehsan Etezad Researcher, Applied Organizational Psychology, Saint Mary’s University

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We continue on our trek into Saint Louis. Did you know that the first name that was given to this community was Boucher’s Settlement, named after an early settler named Jean Baptist Boucher? This settlement was actually down river about two miles, before the railway came through the territory and moved the settlement upriver and then changed the name to Saint Louis after the King of France. Saint Louis is close to an intersection of two major trails that were used in the 1800’s. The first trail is one that came from Fort a la Corne and crossed down to the settlement of Batoche and was used as a fur trading route by the Hudson’s Bay Company. The second trail was a branch of the main Saskatchewan Trail, which was between Fort Garry and Edmonton, this part of the trail crossed where the now railway bridge stands and was referred to as the McKenzie Crossing. Speaking of the railway, did you know that Saint Louis is famous across Canada for the Saint Louis Light or Ghost Train? The famous railway bridge was built in 1914 for both rail and car traffic, this bridge was closed in 2014 due to structural concerns. However, with a grant and raised money, the structure was revitalized and transformed into a walking bridge showing historical Metis culture and local art. There have been many witnesses that have reported seeing a light from an old time train moving along the tracks. This phenomenon became so famous that Canada Post issued a stamp dedicated to the Ghost Train. Saint Louis is also a great spot for many archaeological digs. In some of these digs there have been evidence of the extinct Bison antiquus which is a type of buffalo that was about

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25 per cent larger than the buffalo of today. While travelling around town we came upon some chariot races and later found out that these races happen quite often with people from all over Saskatchewan and Alberta take part of the Eastern Professional Chariot and Chuckwagon Association. This was quite entertaining as these chariots ran around the track at, I might add, a pretty good speed! A couple of other interesting sites while travelling around the community was the rink, which I can see as a great draw in the wintertime, and I would guess as the number one sporting facility. They have a beautiful cenotaph in the middle of one intersection depicting the sacrifices of the locals who gave their lives in time of war. After a fantastic lunch at the family restaurant we continued west towards Batoche, when all of a sudden, just outside of Saint Louis we travelled past an entry way with a couple of plate armour suits, the ones used in mid-evil times, on either side of the driveway, almost in a way as to protect the property. Curiosity got the best of me and onto the property we went, met the owner who, it turns out, built a castle on the property and started a winery. All the mid-evil charm was part of the persona of the winery at the time. The winery was called Riverlot Orchards Winery and Bistro. Along with the fruit wines that are produced, the bistro had a menu that inspired by Eastern European culture. The winery and bistro were doing quite well and then COVID hit. For this type of operation, it did not do well and eventually closed, but thanks to the owner for a great story and a visit. Stay tuned next week as we continue our afternoon of fun.

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Lynch siblings named Saskatchewan Outstanding Young Farmers Saskatchewan’s Outstanding Young Farmers announced, siblings Jordon Lynch and Chansi Bourke, who farm at Osage, will represent Saskatchewan at the National Event in Vancouver B.C. in November. Lynch Farm Partnership is a fourth generation 12 000-acre cereal, oilseed and lentil farm based out of Osage, SK. It is jointly operated by Jordon and Dakota Lynch, Chansi and Patrick Bourke, and Keegan and Shelbi Lynch. The managing partners work together as a non-hierarchical team for decision making having done a lot of

work on farm governance to make that a possibility. Lynch Farm Partnership’s mission is to honour their rich family legacy by fostering a spirit of teamwork and collaboration among all family members, ensuring that every generation contributes to a shared vision. They are dedicated to exploring and integrating innovative agricultural technologies that enhance productivity and maintain high standards of grain quality while practicing good agronomy and sustainable farming practices, including zero tillage and variable rate strategies.

They strive to cultivate not only their fields but also their values—integrity, stewardship, and a passion for agriculture that feeds their community and beyond. Jordon received his diploma in Ag Business from the University of Saskatchewan in 2010. Shortly after graduating he went to New Zealand and farmed for 10 months on a grain and sheep farm learning many valuable lessons abroad. He returned to Osage and became a partner with his parents, Les and Deanne, in 2012 and they created Lynch Farm Partnership.

Jordon, his wife Dakota and their daughters Amelia and London, live in Osage. Chansi works off farm as an agronomist for Top Notch Farm Supply in Fillmore. She met her husband Patrick in 2010, an Australian who had come to Canada to work and was only going to stay for “six months”. He fell in love with Saskatchewan and farming and started working for Lynch Farm Partnership when Chansi graduated. They officially joined the partnership in 2018 and live with their daughters Hudson, Ivy and Sage in Osage. Their brother, Keegan joined LFP in 2023 after parents, Les and Deanne, retired from the partnership. Keegan originally became a journeyman plumber but came back to be part of the family farm with his siblings. Keegan and Shelbi and their daughters Georgia

and Macklyn live in Sedley The Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers competition of the Saskatchewan region had the pleasure to present two diverse and impressive sibling operations during the 2026 regional competition. The Federal Minister of Agriculture, Heath MacDonald, and James Thorsteinson, the MLA, current Legislative Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture in Saskatchewan brought greetings at the event. Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers Program, President Amy Cornin, said, “Celebrating the Lynch and Stevenson families at the Saskatchewan Outstanding Young Farmer event was exactly what our program stands for. Young farmers doing remarkable things, being innovative and striving for excellence, all while holding family close and contributing to

the community. It was an honour to be present, to see the fruits of hard work of the Sask OYF board in putting together an incredible event attracting alumni, sponsors, industry and farmers from throughout the province. Congratulations to the Lynch family. You will represent Saskatchewan well at nationals in Vancouver in November.” Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers competition is an annual competition aimed at rewarding the farmers who demonstrate excellence in their profession and promoting agriculture’s huge contribution. Open to participants under 40 years of age, whose major source of income comes from agricultural sources, participants are selected from seven regions in Canada, and two national winners are chosen each year.

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Chansi Bourke, left, and Jordon Lynch from Lynch Farm Partnership Photo ubmitted were recognized as Outstanding Young Farmers for 2026.

Continued from front page “They were very active in the community and passed that down to us.” “ We b e l i e v e t h e well-being of our farm is in relation to the well-being of our community, and that’s why we’ve taken positions of boards for recreation, daycare, EMS, and farm,” added Lynch. “Our neighbours have driven and inspired our crew with their dedication to agriculture excellence in the fields and in boardrooms, with many neighbours holding provincial crop board positions. We

are honoured to be awarded with the Golden Sheaf tonight alongside some of those neighbours who’ve been here before us,” said Chansi Bourke. “It would be rare to come across a farmer lacking horror stories from this harvest. All of us endured a tough harvest with many weather delays, poor-quality crops and breakdowns,” added Bourke. “We rely on those stories to remind us in these years that we aren’t alone, that the decisions that we make aren’t dissimilar down the roads.” “Evenings like the Agri-

culture Appreciation Night are an opportunity to connect with each other and regroup and remind ourselves that we aren’t alone trying to navigate the difficult moments in farming,” said Bourke. “Farming is unbelievably busy and full of resilient, hard-working people, and we are very grateful to be recognized for our achievements on our farm.” The Weyburn Chamber reminded everyone to start considering farms that could be nominated for the Golden Sheaf award for the 2027 presentation.

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The Weyburn Comp. Eagles intermediate girls volleyball team played against the Estevan Elecs during the southeast volleyball districts at the Eagles gym on November 5. Photo by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn This Week

Weyburn Gold Wings rally past Regina Rebels

The Weyburn Gold Wings came away with a hard-fought 4-3 victory over the Regina Rebels, during an exciting back-and-forth road game on November 9 at the Co-operators Centre.

After a scoreless opening period, Mickenzie Petford potted a Weyburn goal early in the second period, assisted by Kinley Dammann and Skyla McNichol. Regina responded at

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11:04, but Harper Danchilla regained the Weyburn lead, scoring at 3:56, assisted by Harbour Janz and Addison Frey. The Rebels converted a powerplay with just 33 seconds remaining in the period to tie up the game. The Gold Wings took control in the third period. Janz scored at 14:18, assisted by Chelsea Madsen and Kahli Keen. Madsen extended the Weyburn advantage at 12:11, assisted

by Keen and Peyton Birnie. The Rebels scored a powerplay goal at 5:11, but the Gold Wings held on through the late pressure to preserve the victory. Goaltender Tila Boyd turned in a solid performance for Weyburn, stopping 23 of 26 shots on net. The next regular season action for the Gold Wings will be Wednesday, November 18 at Whitecap Resources Centre against the Regina Rebels.

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Submitted The Weyburn youth bowlers competed at the Provincial South Trio Bowling Championships on November 1. The senior boys team consisting of Ryker Walliser, Craig Wendel and

Kelsey Hovanak competed in Moose Jaw and place second winning silver medals. The bantam team competed in Regina, with Carter Daschuk, Autumn Daschuk and Ellie Zukas earning a bronze medal.

Thursday, November 13, 2026

Red Wings split series with Broncos

The Weyburn Red Wings split a pair of games against the Humboldt Broncos over the weekend, dropping a 6-3 decision Friday night before responding with an impressive 7-4 victory on Saturday night. The Red Wings were sitting in second place in the Bunge Division as of Monday morning, with 23 points in 19 games, while the first-place Melville Millionaires have 23 points in 16 games. Broncos 6/Red Wings 3 Friday, November 6 The Red Wings came up short in a 6-3 loss to the Humboldt Broncos on Friday night. Humboldt opened the scoring at 8:32 of the first period, but Avery Johnson responded for Weyburn with a powerplay goal 12:13, assisted by Teigan Semchyshen and Hayden Iron Shirt to tie the game. Weyburn took the lead early in the second period at 2:33, when Johnson potted his second goal of the night with assists by Trennen Redlick and Semchyshen. The Broncos answered with a pair of powerplay goals at 11:58 and 13:24 to regain control. Weyburn pulled even with Humboldt in the third period, when Callas Pierce scored a powerplay goal at 2:49, assisted by Johnson and Jaxson Doyle to tie the game. The Broncos responded with three unanswered goals, including an empty-net goal with just three seconds remaining in the third period, to secure the 6-3 win. In goal for the Red Wings, Nate Stevens stopped 19 of 20 shots in

31:35 of action, before Rylen Daviduk took over, stopping 13 of 17 shots. Red Wings 7/Broncos 4 Saturday, November 7 The Red Wings pulled together for a strong offensive performance on Saturday night to defeat the Broncos 7-4. Aidan Mohan opened the scoring for Weyburn just 2:42 into the first period, assisted by Adam Savage Keller and Doyle. Iron Shirt followed with a goal at 5:28, assisted by Jase McNichol. Humboldt got on the board with a powerplay goal at 10:46, but Weyburn’s Jace Harder restored the lead at 16:30, assisted by Keller and Aedan McCarry. Mohan opened the scoring at 5:52 of the second period, assisted by Phoenix Flett to put Weyburn ahead 4-1. The Broncos responded with three goals of their own, including a powerplay and a shorthanded goal, to tie the game heading into the third. Weyburn took over the game with three goals in the third period to seal the win. Mohan completed a hat trick at 4:21, assisted by Ridley Ringor and Redlick. Johnson added another Weyburn goal at 11:14, assisted by Dion Schraeder. Doyle scored an empty net goal at 18:10, assisted by McNichol. Stevens played the entire game in goal for Weyburn, stopping 42 out of 46 shots on net. Upcoming games The Red Wings continue their November road trip as they head to Nipawin on November 11, then play in Melfort on Friday, November 13 and Warman on Saturday, November 14.

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SJHL sweeps Western All-Star Challenge after wild comeback

Benny Walchuk SaskToday.ca Team SJHL completed a two-game sweep of Team MJHL at the 2026 Western All-Star Challenge, overcoming an early three-goal deficit to earn an entertaining 8-6 victory on Novem-

ber 4 in Martensville. The SJHL squad found itself down 3-0 after the opening period, as the MJHL got goals from Chace Gregg, Quinten Fisk and Swan Valley’s Trace Langan. But the Saskatchewan side came alive in the

second, scoring five times to erase the deficit and pull even. Carson Park got the comeback started with a power-play goal just 44 seconds into the period. Eric Grandberg added another before Gregg scored his

second of the afternoon to make it 4-2 for the MJHL. The SJHL continued to push, with Jaggar John and Sawyer Scheidt finding the back of the net to tie the game. Cooper Perrin then buried a goal with just one second remaining in the

period to send the teams to the third tied at five. The MJHL regained the lead early in the final frame when Crosby Harrison beat Melville Millionaires goaltender Kaleb Page, but Aidan Mohan responded just 34 seconds later to even things up once again. Austin Mori-Goodman put the SJHL in front for the first time, jumping on a rebound in front of the net for what stood as the game-winning goal. Mohan added an empty-netter in the final minute to put the finishing touches on the 8-6 win. Mohan led the SJHL attack with two goals, while John finished with a goal and two assists. Medernach chipped in with a goal and an assist. For the MJHL, Gregg scored twice, while

Langan had a goal and an assist. The SJHL outshot the MJHL 43-38 and went one-for-three on the power play. The MJHL finished one-for-two with the man advantage. Page turned aside 32 of 38 shots to earn the win for the SJHL, while Swan Valley’s Joe Naccarato stopped 34 of 42 shots in the loss. The victory completed a successful two-game sweep for Team SJHL, which opened the challenge with a 5-2 win over the MJHL on November 3. Forwards Aidan Mohan, Aedan McCarry, Ryan Gibbs, and Hayden Iron Shirt represented the Red Wings, with head coach Cody Mapes behind the bench for Team SJHL.

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The Tatagwa Conservation and Development Area No. 13 Elections 2026 Public Notice is hereby given that a poll will be held for the election of members of the area authority for said area Tatagway No. 13 and that polling will take place on Monday the 16th day of November, 2026 from nine o’clock in the forenoon to five o’clock in the afternoon, central standard time.

Four Weyburn Red Wings competed with Team SJHL during the 2026 Western All-Star Challenge held in Martensville on November 4. PIctured, l-r, Ryan Gibbs, Aedan McCarry, Aidan Mohan, Hayden Iron Shirt and head coach Cody Mapes.

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Estevan family centre shows what it has to offer at open house

David Willberg SaskToday.ca The Estevan Early Years Family Resource Centre (EEYFRC) showcased its renovated space and much of what it has to offer during an open house November 7. Program co-ordinator Rochelle Krahn said approximately 150 people attended the event. The EEYFRC’s building is part of Estevan Compre-

hensive School. Mayor Tony Sernick addressed the crowd, and board chairwoman Merissa Scarlett thanked the centre’s funders. The EEYFRC is a longtime member agency of United Way Estevan, which assists with programs for children aged six to 11, while the Ministry of Education supports initiatives for those aged five and under. The Community Initiatives Fund al-

so supports programming, she said. The family centre also shared information about its programs and goals. Seven vendors, including businesses and nonprofit organizations, were on hand. Children enjoyed bouncy castles, and snacks and refreshments were served. Tickets were also available for the centre’s annual Trip of the Month fundraiser.

Krahn said many familiar faces attended the event, along with some first-time visitors. The open house came at a good time, she said, as Krahn and executive director Sara Pippus joined the centre in 2025, and renovations were completed shortly after they were hired. A new entrance was built, and cupboards were added for storage. “With children and

toys, there’s always room for storage, and we are always looking for more storage,” said Krahn. She praised B&S Construction and The Floor Store for their contributions to the renovation. “It is wonderful. Our old entrance, you used to get blown in from the wind, and it would be very squishy. If you had more than one family enter at the same time, it would be very

tight. Now we have this big entrance that creates space for more families to come in at the same time and park their strollers, park a car seat or anything. So, it’s really nice to have the space,” said Krahn. “And then we also can enter to the drop-in-andplay space. We have two separate entrances now, so it really creates a separate space for each area of the centre.”

The Estevan Early Years Family Resource Centre welcomed about 150 people to its open house, showcasing renovations and family programs. Photo courtesy of Rochelle Krahn

‘Demand is coming’: Verity Developments working to meet future needs

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build modular homes. Verity Homes has a showroom in the 1000 block of Fourth Street. “Demand is coming. That’s our assumption, that’s our bet for the community,” Weber said. Very few single-family homes have been built in the city since 2015, he said. Eighty per cent of Estevan’s houses were constructed before 2000. With small modular reactors (SMRs) expected to be built northwest of the city, Verity expects that a lot of people will be coming to the Energy City dur-

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ing the construction phase. The refurbishment of coalfired power-generating units and the efforts of the Southeast Techhub will also have an impact. “Between a ton of different things, there could be potentially a couple thousand people coming here in the next 10-15 years,” Weber said. Verity remains involved with the Meadows subdivision in northwest Estevan. Essex Developments acquired the land more than 15 years ago and started planning. Weber said hundreds of lots have been pinned and surveyed, and a lot of engineering is finished. Twenty-five lots fronting Wellock Road are serviced. Two 12-plexes will encompass some of the land; each building will have two storeys with six rental units per floor. All units in the 12-plexes will be 1,100 square feet, with two bedrooms. “We started working with Essex a couple of years ago on how can we build locally, how can we utilize the land and develop this out over a number of years,” said Weber.

The remaining lots along Wellock Road will have single-family houses. Work has started on two houses, and framing should be finished in the next couple of weeks. Weber hopes they will be ready to list in late winter or early spring. The rest of the subdivision still needs to be serviced. He was glad to hear that Estevan has received more than $8 million in provincial and federal funding through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund for a new wastewater pumping station, new wastewater storage facilities, sanitary sewer gravity piping and force mains. The city’s share will be $2,943,369. Weber pointed out the rest of the initial subdivision plan includes allowances for municipal reserve, parks, water features, assisted living for seniors, a variety of multifamily properties and single-family homes. “Everything aside from that initial 25 lots, we’re kind of analyzing at this point to see if that current plan still works because some of it we don’t think

does in today’s day and age. Originally there was a mobile home park at the north end and a few other things we’d like to see changed.” Verity is looking at ready-to-move and modular construction, Nixon said, as it will help reduce costs and increase inventory to match demand. “It allows us to build more homes faster by also having standardized designs that are built in a controlled environment and then moved onto site, so that the site construction is your foundations,” said Nixon. The 12-plexes are being built as modular units as well, he said. Once they are brought on site, they will only need roof trusses and exterior work. They hope to complete the exterior, parking lots, paving, concrete work and trusses by June. “If we were site building those, we would not be online and ready probably until the fall of ‘27 or Christmas, with delays and different things like that,” said Nixon. Four more singlefamily RTMs could be

built off-site this winter to be set on site in late spring or early summer next year. The design team is developing and assembling spec homes with standardized designs. “We can build homes, but if we build them all on site, they’re going to be $850,000. Nobody’s going to buy them. They’re going to sit on the market,” predicted Nixon. Unpredictable weather can cause delays on site builds, and it can damage materials. When winter hits, Nixon said on-site production drops to 60-70 per cent of normal because of reduced daylight and other challenges. Elsewhere, a foundation has been poured on Sillers Street in northeast Estevan for a modular duplex for seniors. Nixon conceded modular or factory-built homes have a reputation for being lower quality, but Verity is working to change people’s minds. “Modular construction has come a long way, and it all depends on how you set up your standards of how it goes through the factory,” said Nixon.

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Estevan Christmas hamper program opens applications

David Willberg SaskToday.ca The Estevan Community Hamper Association is seeking applications and referrals for those who need a boost this Christmas season. Committee member Cindy Bremmer said the application window opened November 1 and already some people have submitted requests. The association also operates the Angel Tree program, which provides a toy to hamper recipients with children. Last year, the association handed out 318 hampers for a Christmas Day meal and provided toys for more than 450 children. “We do think that the numbers will likely go up. They have from year to year,” said Bremmer.

Hampers are tailored to meet the size of the recipient family. There will be a turkey or a chicken, a box of oranges, a box of chocolates and a gift card to the Southern Plains Co-op’s Estevan grocery store for the other parts of a Christmas supper. Bremmer said the gift card creates more flexibility for those who have food allergies or special dietary needs. She believes the cost of living is the biggest reason why demand continues to grow. “You go and buy groceries, and the prices are right through the roof,” she said. “People just struggle at this time of year.” Bremmer noted the association is a non-profit and it assists people in communities around Este-

van. The community steps up with support for the association each year, she said. “It is run all on volunteers,” she said. She encouraged people to be mindful of those who might be in greater need this Christmas season. The Angel Tree will be set up at the Estevan Walmart from Dec. 1 to 12, with volunteers working weekdays from noon to 8 p.m. and on weekends from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Similar trees will be set up at other locations in the community, including Save the Suds laundromat, the Fired Up Grill and Winmar. At all locations, people can pluck an angel from the tree — blue for boys and pink for girls — with an age inscribed. Support-

ers purchase an age- and gender-appropriate gift and drop it off at one of the locations. The toys will be collected and stored at an undisclosed location, she said. Then, in mid-December, they will be set up in a toy store so that ham-

per recipients with children can drop by and pick up a toy for each child. “No child should have to miss out on the excitement of Christmas morning, and so it’s just super important that kids get to have the things that they might not be able to get

with different circumstances surrounding their families,” she said. To apply for or refer someone for a hamper or the Angel Tree program, reach out to the association through its Facebook page or by calling 306421-9025.

Estevan Motor Speedway track champions.

Estevan Motor Speedway salutes track champions at awards night

Estevan Motor Speedway 2026 top rookies.

David Willberg SaskToday.ca The Estevan Motor Speedway celebrated its top drivers from the 2026 season during its annual awards night November 7. Track champions, runner ups and top rookies were all saluted, and other awards were also presented. Kyle Scholpp won the modified track championship for the third consecutive year and the seventh time overall. Kyle Scholpp won the stock car Photos courtesy of Taunia Turnbull

championship trophy for the second straight year. The other champions were Keenan Glasser (sport modifieds), Eli Turnbull (slingshots) and Pat Smith (hobby stocks). The runner ups were Halle Turnbull (slingshots), Leevi Runge (sport modifieds), Brock Beeter (stock cars), Gabriel Deschamp (modifieds) and Kyler Satran (hobby stocks), Top rookies were Deschamp, Lucy Turnbull

(slingshots), Gunner Raynard (sport modifieds) and Ethan Guest (hobby stocks). Smith also won the sportsmanship award, while modified driver Derrick Lisafeld was the most improved driver. The event also served as an opportunity to reflect on the 2026 season, and it’s also the track’s biggest fundraiser of the year, thanks to the live auction that was part of the event.

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Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears

Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before following list are fully paid before January 12, 2027, an interest based on a January 12, 2027, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

tax lien will be registered against the land.

Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax included in the amount shown against each parcel.

Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

Title No.

Total Arrears*

Costs

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“Linda is a cornerstone of her local community. Her legacy in Weyburn is not only in the programs she has supported, but in the people she has uplifted, the relationships she has strengthened, and the steady presence she has been for decades.” Linda has been active with both Weyburn Concert Series and Weyburn Arts Council. Aitken believes that “the arts are integral to our development as people. They bring life and vitality to our communities. Shared art experiences bring us together, support growth and change in us. We all can be better people, and the arts can help us get there!”

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Council approves Humane Society signs on city property

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CPKC Holiday Train begins 182-stop journey of music and giving on November 19

The 2026 Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train program will kick off November 19 in Montreal, beginning a 32day journey in support of local food banks through music, celebration and giving, with stops in 182 communities across Canada and the United States. The Weyburn stop for the CPKC Holiday Train will be on Sunday, December 20 at 6 p.m. Live musical performances will include Jamie Fine and Shawnee Kish. “Our railroaders take great pride in bringing the Holiday Train through hundreds of communities across our network to support people facing food insecurity,” said CPKC President and CEO Keith Creel. “This year, we are going farther south than we ever have before, visiting 10 communities in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Missouri for the first time. “Through the generosity of the thousands of families and fans who come out to see the Holiday Train and support local food banks, whether for the first

time or as part of a longrunning holiday tradition, we can spread the joy of the season and support the giving spirit of the holidays,” Creel added. Holiday Train Highlights The Holiday Train will visit 10 communities for the first time, with new stops in Missouri (Blue Springs), Mississippi (Meridian, Jackson), Louisiana (Vicksburg, Monroe, Ruston, DeQuincy, Leesville, Zwolle) and Texas (Port Arthur). Performers include American Authors, Magic!, Maris, Chase Rice, Madeline Edwards, Allen Stone, Jamie Fine, Shawnee Kish, Rafaëlle Roy, Tyler Shaw, Sam Roberts Band, and Owen Riegling. Since 1999, more than $28.3 million and over 5.6 million pounds of food for community food banks have been collected in Canada and the U.S. For 28 years, the CPKC Holiday Train has brought communities together to support neighbours facing food insecurity. Today, millions of people across Canada and the U.S. continue to rely on food banks

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VILLAGE OF MCTAGGART

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

SaskToday Weyburn city council has approved a request from the Weyburn Humane Society for the installation of signs on city-owned property for the organization’s use. The application covers a wall sign on the fence of the water treatment plant and a ground sign on municipal reserve at the corner of 16th Street and East Avenue. Both signs are expected to be standard (non-LED) with a surface area of six square feet, falling below the minimum zoning re-

Total Arrears* $1,665.86

$520.00

Total Arrears and Costs $2,185.86

$373.14

$520.00

$893.14

tax lien will be registered against the land.

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LOT 31-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN 101343552 EXT 18 LOT 30-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN 50333 EXT 0 LOT 27-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN 50333 EXT 0 LOT 4-BLK/PAR 12-PLAN N1434 EXT 0 LOT 5-BLK/PAR 15-PLAN N1434 EXT 0 LOT 14-BLK/PAR 15-PLAN N1434 EXT 0 LOT 6-BLK/PAR 18-PLAN EV4689 EXT 0

110330053 110330075 139638099 154604381 142434378 156471385 157899155

$2,765.24

$488.00

Total Arrears and Costs $3,253.24

$1,759.36 $1,307.28 $4,105.28 $2,306.38 $1,361.68

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$2,247.36 $1,795.28 $4,593.28 $2,794.38 $1,849.68

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Thursday, November 12, 2026

‘Come From Away’ to be performed at Weyburn Comp. School

Sabrina Kraft Weyburn This Week We y b u r n Comp School’s senior drama students are preparing to take the stage with their upcoming production of the hit musical ‘Come From Away’. Based on the remarkable true story of what happened when 38 planes carrying thousands of passengers were diverted to Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, 2001, the musical celebrates the kindness, compassion and generosity shown by the people of

a small community during an extraordinary time. “My favourite part about the show is that it is based on a real situation and shows all the different sides of what was happening and how it impacted people differently,” said Jersey Buehler, Grade 12 student. Her role is Bonnie Harris, the manager of the Gander Animal Shelter who coordinated the rescue and care of animals trapped on the planes. “Even though it was such a negative situation, the musical shows the

positive sides that come out of it. It also shows the relationships that happen and the people that bonded because of the situation, even though it was super sad and a horrible accident,” she added. “My favourite thing about the musical is how it portrays all the different cultures and languages that came together in Gander. It also shows how different beliefs can clash together, but in the end they all became friends,” said Haroun Joe Mathew, a Grade 12 student.

Gabriel Sidloski, Natalie Ramsay, Austin Cascagnette and Tim Malyi portrayed characters affected by 9-11 in the musical ‘Come From Away’.

His role as Claude, the overworked, lovable Mayor of Gander, who finds himself suddenly thrust into a global crisis “The musical shows a pivotal point in the world’s history, which changed people’s beliefs. I like that it highlights all the different aspects of what happened on that day,” he added. “My favourite part is that the musical shows what people actually went through during that event, that it shows the losses and how people were worried

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Tuerff, an executive flying from Paris to New York on an Air France flight. “I think it is a mustwatch because it encapsulates the stories of the people very well, while being entertaining and very fun to watch.” ‘Come From Away’ will be performed at the Cugnet Centre on November 18 to 20 at 7 p.m., with a Sunday matinee on November 22 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for students and seniors and are available at the WCS office.

Meisha Bowerin, Zlata Kovalchuk, Princess Dumagat and Gyana Odima practiced lines for ‘Come From Away’ to be performed Nov. 18-20 at WCS.

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about their loved ones,” said Mataya Bowerin, a Grade 12 student. Her role is Captain Beverley Bass, a real-life pioneer who was the first female captain for American Airlines,and was piloting one of the planes that had to be diverted. “My favourite part of the musical is that is not just entertaining, but also informative about what happened and the sorrows that it caused people,” said Austin Cascagnette, a Grade 12 student. His role is Kevin

Photos by Sabrina Kraft/Weyburn This Week

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