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Cross country ski club sees sharp increase in memberships Courtesy of Canora Courier Many local groups and organizations have endured difficult times due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the Good Spirit Cross Country Ski Club has enjoyed a significant increase in interest, according to Darryl Stevenson, club president. “It’s been an exciting and enjoyable ski season at Good Spirit Lake Provincial Park,� said Stevenson. “There are more than double the number of memberships than last season. Right from the start of skiing season the trails have been the busiest we’ve seen in many years. The ski trails have been in excellent shape even though there was a minimal amount of snow.

The condition of the trails survived in spite of a stint of warm melting weather. Many skiers have taken advantage of this winter activity especially when the temperatures held near the

freezing mark for much of the season. There were large numbers of skiers over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays with many families utilizing the beautiful skiing conditions.�

Stevenson said there was adequate snow covering for the skiing season to begin in the last week of November, several weeks earlier than in recent years. After the old warmup shelter was destroyed in a fire last May, a new shelter was erected just in time for the start of the season. “The Provincial Park’s new warmup shelter has been an exciting addition to the skiing experience,� reported Stevenson. “It’s interior is completed in a rustic fashion and has been enhanced by donations of bench cushions, paintings, carvings, stuffed animals and wall hangings. The coffee tables are covered in Plexiglas and are designed to display photos and newspaper clippings.

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Skiers are encouraged to search for wood spirits on the trails and enter the Wood Spirit Challenge.

comments have been received from skiers utilizing the new building.

There have been over 500 people sign in the visitors’ book already this season. It should be noted that not all visitors to the shelter area enter the shelter or sign in the guest book.�

In preparation for the new season, a wood splitting bee was held on November 11 with 14 volunteers taking part, including the Provincial Park manager, Brian Dudar, while the shelter construction was happening on the same day.

The majority of the new structure was completed by the club work crew on November 14.

Stevenson said the trails were in good shape prior to the beginning of the ski season. “All the clearing of trees and grass cutting on all trails was completed by the Good Spirit Park staff. A huge thank you to Brian Dudar for his efforts and the maintenance of the trails following the spring fire.

Due to the dry summer and fall, this is the first year since 2010 that the park staff members were able to mow all the slough areas.�

Throughout the ski season, Stevenson and the club executive members monitor and maintain the warmup shelter’s needs.

An increasing number of skiers have been getting out and enjoying the cross country skiing at Good Spirit Lake Provincial Park this winter. Among those taking in a relaxing scenic break at the new warmup shelter right on the trail, from left, were: Andrea Reynolds, Haley Zavislak, Chad Zavislak and Nina Zavislak. “Bird seed and peanuts are provided for our flying friends frequenting the site. Basic supplies are kept stocked such as tissue, paper towels, toilet paper, matches, sanitizer and sanitizing wipes,� he said. “Ski trails are set by club volunteers, Dana Antonovitch, Derek Sebastian and myself.

This is required after every snowfall or when the trails are damaged by wildlife and snow machines.�

Like just about everyone else in Saskatchewan, the club

has been forced to make some changes due to the pandemic.

The Provincial Park manager has posted the Provincial Health rules for warmup shelters, which includes social distancing and the wearing of masks while in the shelter. A fire pit and benches are provided outside for those skiers and snowshoers who do not wish to enter the shelter. “Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are excellent activities to enjoy outdoor exercise during the winter,� enthused Stevenson. “As with any other activity, it

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The club has in excess of 80 members this year, including enthusiasts from as far away as Regina, Saskatoon and Kipling. “The membership fees include $10 to Nordiq Ski Canada and $5 to Sask Cross Country Ski,� explained Stevenson. “These fees automatically provide each skier with injury insurance protection.

The remainder of the fees are used by the club to assist the Provincial Park in joint partnership to maintain track setting equipment and maintaining the shelter.�

Ski trail conditions are updated regularly on the club’s Facebook and Instagram accounts.

Due to the pandemic, the annual Lamplighter Loppet event has been cancelled for this season. Instead, Stevenson said skiers once again have the opportunity to participate in the Wood Spirit Challenge, “a fun, outdoor contest.�

According to contest, rules, “The Good Spirit Cross Country Ski Club invites you to ski the trails in search of the six wood spirits hidden along the trails. When you find one, we ask that you take a “selfie� with the wood spirit and send it to woodspiritchallenge@gmail.com.

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Security guard heats up Saskatchewan winter Courtesy of Kamsack Times Most people trying to imagine life as a security guard, posted outdoors, in rural Saskatchewan, in January, would probably think to themselves…brrrrrrr.

However, Key First Nation security guard, Jay-Cee Brass, knows a thing or two about how to warm things up.

Brass was recently on duty ensuring pandemic safety regulations were met on his homeland reservation. When a co-worker tagged him in a video challenge, Brass stepped up…literally.

In fact, the 29 yearold responded by creating and posting his own Tik Tok video, leaning on some of the Metis-

style dance skills he learned when he was just about ten years old. At that time, Brass was living in Northern B.C. with his parents.

They signed him up for dance classes to learn the famous Red River Jig. Maybe it was the cold weather that triggered his memory, but the rapid foot stepping motions of those lessons from his childhood got Brass fired up at his security post.

The video, accompanied by the famously energetic Rednex tune, Cotton Eye Joe, also caught fire and was sailing past 129,000 views at the time Brass spoke on a phone interview with the Kamsack Times.

“I didn’t expect that kind of response,” said Brass from his home at

Photo courtesy of Jay-Cee Brass.

Jay-Cee Brass created a light-hearted dance video that has inspired others to take part in a challenge to make and share their own.

Key First Nation. “But it was all good. It was a way to bring joy. It made

people smile, brought laughter.”

The video became so popular, that CBC National News caught wind of what was going on.

“CBC heard about it and I did a Zoom interview with them,” said Brass. “Other First Nations starting making their own videos and it became a hashtag #rezsecuritychallenge.”

As for what happens next, Brass said he’s looking forward to making more videos and seeing what happens.

“Dancing is tough for me,” admitted Brass.

“I was out of my comfort zone. But, I think it’s great we could all get out of our comfort zones and find some joy in these challenging times.”

Image courtesy of Jay-Cee Brass.

This screenshot pulled from the Tik Tok jig dancing video features Jay-Cee Brass of Key First Nation.

Local children take on ambitious fun project Courtesy of Preeceville Progress Eric and Alex Prestie of Preeceville tackled an ambitious project when the two brothers decided to build their own outdoor quinzhee in their front yard.

The duo love spending time outdoors and what better way to pass the time with the COVID-19 restrictions but to build a snow quinzhee. Eric had some previous experience with building one through the cadet program and attending winter exercises at Camp Saskadet at Round Lake. Alex hasn’t had the chance to go to Saskadet as he just joined cadets during the pandemic, but he wanted to learn about the quinzhee, so he was willing to get to work with Eric.

“We are part of the Harvard 606 Air Cadet Squadron here in Preeceville but since the program is not running yet we decided to get adventurous and put our knowledge to good work. The purpose or goal behind a quinzhee is to be able to provide a survival winter shelter if you’re stuck out in the winter without trees around. “ said Eric.

The quinzhee idea was a team effort of both brothers and took less than a week to complete. It all started with a huge pile of snow in their front yard that their dad Peter had created while blowing snow.

“We started digging the snow from the side and piled the snow on the top,” explained Eric. “We had to wait until the next day for the snow to harden to continue digging. Most of our digging was done at night or on the weekend when we were not in school. We used a shovel with a short handle to etch out the snow from the inside and a grain shovel to remove the snow once it was in the entrance of the quinzhee. The snow was all recycled with what we shovelled out being put in the top of the quinzhee. We could only dig a little at one time to ensure that the snow was hard enough on the structure so it would not collapse on us. As we were building, we would use a metal rod just over a foot long to check how thick the wall was. If it punched right through so we could see daylight, we knew it was time to stop digging in that spot. We had a lot of fun building it and we want to spend the night in it for the final step.

Alex Prestie, left, and Eric Prestie both of Preeceville sat in their quinzhee that they built in their front yard this past week. The photograph shows the pair in the structure when it was only about half completed.

Even when it was -35 C outside, we were able to work inside the quinzhee and not get cold.”

The completed quinzhee is over five feet high on the inside and eight people can sit comfortably on the inside. The average inside temperature is just below the freezing mark but warms up with body heat. “It isn’t normal to make it so high inside as it would let the heat rise too high, but we wanted to make it this way just to see if it would work,” said Eric. “We will probably only build one quinzee as there is not much snow left in our yard to work with.”

The following information was supplied by the Wikipedia website.

A quinzhee or quinzee is a Canadian snow shelter that is made from a large pile of loose snow which is shaped then hollowed. This is in contrast to an igloo, which is built up from blocks of hard snow, and a snow cave, constructed by digging into the snow. The word is of Athabaskan origin, and entered the English language by 1984. A quinzhee can be made for winter camping and survival purposes, or for fun.

A similar but more elaborate snowhouse is called a lumitalo.

Quinzhees typically have an inside height after excavation which allows for sitting or crouching but not standing.

The snow for a quinzhee need not be of the same quality as required for an igloo. Quinzhees are not usually meant as a form of permanent shelter, while igloos can be used for seasonal habitation. The construction of a quinzhee is much easier than the construction of an igloo, although the overall result is somewhat less sturdy and more prone to collapsing in harsh weather conditions. Quinzhees are normally constructed in times of necessity, usually as an instrument of survival, so aesthetic and long-term dwelling considerations are normally exchanged for economy of time and materials.

Quinzhees are typically built on a flat area where snow is in abundance, on a day colder than −4 C (25 F).

Builders break up layers of naturally fallen snow into powder and thoroughly mix bottom and top layers of snow to increase sintering (compaction), thus strengthening the eventual structure. Snow is typically piled 1.5 to 2 metres (4.9 to 6.6 ft) high in a dome 3

to 4 metres (9.8 to 13.1 ft) in diameter.

It is then left for at least two hours to sinter, allowing both temperature and moisture in the snow to homogenize and the snow crystals to bond with each other. Packing can speed the bonding process and strengthen the structure.

Small sticks, approximately 30 to 35 centimetres (12 to 14 in) are pushed into the structure to act as thickness guides when the interior is hollowed out. According to Halfpenny and Ozane, the wall at the base should be at least 30 centimetres (12 in) wide and at the top about 20 centimetres (7.9 in) thick, though wall-base thicknesses of more than 60 centimetres (2.0 ft) are possible.

Excavation may be accomplished more quickly if large blocks of interior snow are carved and slid out through a large, temporary “excavation door.”

Strength increases when all interior wall and ceiling surfaces follow an arched curve, with no flat sections.

Once excavation is complete the excavation door can be permanently blocked using previously excavated blocks, and a smaller permanent door can be cut in the most desirable spot. Time and effort are required to hollow out the center of a Quinzhee, though these can be reduced by piling snow around a hollow structure, such as a tarp-covered pile of packs or a makeshift tent or dome.

Melting and refreezing the inner side of the quinzhee can strengthen it, as it does an igloo; this can be done rapidly with a lamp or candle, but body heat is also adequate.

Allowing the interior temperature to rise above freezing point risks weakening the shelter significantly, especially if the outside air temperature is near freezing. A small hole for air circulation should be poked through the ceiling. To avoid dripping meltwater, irregular or bumpy surfaces are often smoothed to direct the flow of water down the walls to gather around the edges. A non-airtight fabric door cover will minimize the amount of cold air coming into the quinzhee. An empty, well built snow structure, 16 or more hours old, in weather below −12 C (10 F) may be strong enough to support a group of adults standing on top of it.

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EDITORIAL Time to rip and tear and do some repairs

As I type this, my bathroom doesn’t exist.

To be clearer, the actual room where my bathroom is located exists. There’s even a toilet in there, which I can use in the evening. But if we’re talking about the bath that goes in the bathroom, that’s not there. Nor is the sink. It’ll all be there tomorrow, unless there’s a small disaster, but otherwise I don’t really have a bathroom at the moment.

This is slightly inconvenient, of course, but inconvenience is the cost of progress. Or, at least, the cost of not having things leak all over the house, which is what the current bathroom has an irritating tendency to do.

So the decision was made to rip it all out and start fresh, with new and exciting bathroom fixtures that will build into a nice

bathroom that’s much better than the one that came before it. I find myself getting quite excited.

The fun thing about renovations is that you get to see how well your house was built the last time. You get to see the corners cut, the bad (and good) decisions made, what happened the last time the house was torn apart. Some of the stuff we already knew, like how the vanity was way too big for the space so it was difficult to get to the toilet, or how nobody thought to put an exhaust fan in a bathroom. Some stuff we didn’t, like the bizarre materials used to put in the shower. It’s an adventure in ripping everything out and putting it back together again.

Of course, this is an old house - it was built in

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1911, and the bathroom “design” is so weird that you can easily assume that indoor plumbing wasn’t a thought in anyone’s mind when it was made. After all, without curtains the neighbor would get a full view of the bathroom’s user. The age of the house naturally means that there are challenges that another house might not have.

This also explains why the renovation was necessary - so much copper, so many leaks, so many

things that need to be ripped out.

It also makes you appreciate just how difficult doing renovations is. This isn’t a cheap project - you wouldn’t think such a small room would be so expensive - but when you watch them doing what they’re doing, I totally get why it’s so expensive. I could probably do one or two minor repairs. I even replaced the toilet once. But all of the pieces that are being moved around and

replaced, all of the parts that have to be redone and rebuilt. And it’s our only bathroom. I might be able to rip things apart and put them together on a computer screen, but what these guys are doing, I could never actually accomplish. It’s so much work, most of it I can’t do. The room itself will be so different once it’s all said and done that I know, for certain, there’s no way my lack of handiness would have made any of it possible.

In some cases it’s also work that I would never want to do. I once moved a bed upstairs, it was awful. Do I want to move a bathtub up and down the same stairs? No. Absolutely no way. If I can get someone else to do it, that’s going to be way better for everyone.

They get paid. I don’t

have to do what was a hellish task. A win for everyone.

Renovations are like anything in life - changes have to be made, some minor, some dramatic, because if things stay exactly the same there’s no way you can live like that. I can’t live with having water drip downstairs when I’m taking a shower. I can’t live with just how humid the room gets after everyone in the house takes a shower.

While it was fine when there was just one person in here, the more we have the worse it is, until the house simply doesn’t work anymore.

I’m pretty excited to see what it actually looks like when it’s all said and done, and while it’s in no way cheap, it’s still nice to see that this change is going to be one for the better.

Alberta inquiry steps into a past era’s dark denial

By That anyone today could deny the overwhelming and incontrovertible evidence for human-caused climate disruption is shocking.

You don’t even need a science background to see its worsening effects occurring worldwide, from record high temperatures to increasing extreme weather events and wildfires. For a government — especially one in Canada — to spend taxpayer money on reports that deny climate science is deplorable.

But that’s what the Alberta government has done. Its $3.5 million public inquiry into what it calls “foreign-funded anti-energy campaigns” (“energy” only meaning fossil fuels and not renewable sources) commissioned and posted reports that University of Calgary law professor Martin Olszynski called “textbook examples of climate-change denialism.”

One was written by a University of Calgary political science professor who once got caught setting up accounts to funnel donations to Friends of Science, a climate-science denial organization.

Barry Cooper’s submission, for which the inquiry paid

$6,125, falsely refers to “the growing scientific skepticism regarding the so-called consensus view regarding anthropogenic climate change.”

Another commissioned report, costing $27,840, quotes British writer and climate science denier James Delingpole. That report,

by U.K. historian and home-school teacher Tammy Nemeth, repeats arguments that numerous scientific studies have debunked. Olszynski says it “relies on generalizations, speculation, conjecture, and even conspiracy.”

And, as University of Alberta economist Andrew Leach noted, Energy In Depth, an offshoot of the Washington, D.C.–based Independent Petroleum Association of America, which got $50,000 for its report, could itself be considered “a foreign funded advocacy group.”

This use of tax dollars to discredit climate science is egregious, but it’s peanuts compared to the more than $1.5 billion the Alberta government has invested in the Keystone XL pipeline (with millions more in loan guarantees and lobbying) — a project that depended on

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Science Matters continuation of the previous anti-environment U.S. administration for survival. Canada’s federal government also supported Keystone XL, which the new U.S. administration has now cancelled, and spent $4.5 billion of our money to buy the Trans Mountain pipeline from Texasbased company Kinder Morgan.

Despite some strong federal climate policies, this ongoing support for a polluting, destructive, fading industry shows governments still don’t fully grasp the severity of the climate crisis, or the many benefits — for everything from human health to the economy — of quickly reducing energy use and shifting to cleaner sources.

The Alberta inquiry’s commissioned reports show that many efforts by industry, government and media to prop up

the dying and damaging oil, gas and coal industries are little more than propaganda to stall adoption of cleaner alternatives for the sake of shortterm profit. If the inquiry had better evidence for the need to continue extracting and shipping one of the dirtiest, most environmentally devastating fuels known, it wouldn’t have to rely on debunked misinformation, conspiracy theories and discredited authors.

There’s no denying that extracting, transporting and burning oil, coal and gas pollutes air, land and water and is contributing to a dangerously warming world, and that oilsands bitumen is among the dirtiest, most inefficient fossil fuels. We’ve also known about its climate implications for decades but have failed to transition gradually and are now faced with having to do

so with greater urgency.

The most compelling arguments for keeping the fossil fuel industry going are economic: it contributes to GDP growth and creates jobs.

But an economy that relies on destructive practices and on constant growth on a finite planet doesn’t fit with our current reality. And beyond the fact that we need to reconsider the ways we work — with innovations like shorter and more flexible work hours and better compensation — clean industries provide greater and better employment opportunities.

It’s somewhat of a relief that the new U.S. administration is indicating it will take climate disruption seriously, and has some promising policies and initiatives, from rejoining the Paris Climate Accord to cancelling the Keystone XL pipeline. But it will take more than that to get the U.S. and the world on track to meeting commitments the world’s nations signed onto to avoid the worst impacts of global heating.

To start, we must move beyond the nonsensical denial that characterizes the recent Alberta inquiry reports, and we must stop subsidizing

fossil fuels. We can only resolve the crisis if we recognize it and take it seriously.

David Suzuki is a scientist, broadcaster, author and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation.

Written with contributions from David Suzuki Foundation Senior Writer and Editor Ian Hanington.

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- Enjoy a winter bbq on the deck. So winter might not be the traditional time to throw a chop or steak on the outdoor grill, so why not be bold when you do and try a homemade barbecue sauce, maybe something using locally sourced honey?

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- Write a letter letting your family know you love them. It may seem a bit old-fashioned but there is something deeply personal about a handwritten letter, and we could all use some practice with our writing skills in this largely textbased world.

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- Make homemade butter with your kids.

- Go through your clothes and donate the ones you don’t wear anymore. We all have them, the ones that time has shrunk, or that are simply out-of-fashion (Do you really need to keep those corduroy bell-bottoms?) So pass them on.

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- Go for a walk inside the Gloria Hayden Centre. It’s an activity that can be done at any pace and it’s out of the cold weather.

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- Check out the downtown murals. The metal, cut-out mural on the north wall of the former Liquidation Store building was the first major piece in the city, followed by the more traditional painted one of the west-facing wall on the Liquor Board Store.

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- Try cross country skiing at Deer Park Municipal Golf Course.

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- Check out the Centennial Legacy Art piece at Shaw Park.

Lionel Auburn Peyachew’s centennial art piece entitled “Doorways to Opportunity” was installed as a centennial gift from the province. As one of four centennial artworks to be installed in gateway communities, “Doorways to Opportunity” draws on many characteristics of the province and surrounding communities.

“Doorways to Opportunity” is an installation measuring approximately eight feet high and 20 feet in diameter. It is a piece that invites people to walk around it, examine it in detail, and even walk right through it.

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- Check out the local cemetery. A self-guided walking tour of the City of Yorkton Cemetery gives visitors a chance to experience the unique history of the area. It guides visitors along the pathways of this beautifully treed 10.5 acres; a

16 book containing 28 sites has been prepared and can be purchased from $3. The complete tour will take about one hour and a half, but can be shortened. Stroll at your leisure, as you follow the trail outlines on the book’s map. There are benches at various locations in the cemetery where a visitor can rest.

On the tour you will meet many of the early pioneers, and some of the more contemporary figures of Yorkton and area; all interesting and colourful personalities.

In the process, much of the region’s history will be revealed.

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- Try out the cool new skating path at Patrick Park. Skate paths are becoming all the rage so why not give the local one a try.

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- Take in an art show. Both the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery (deangallery.ca) and the Yorkton Arts Council’s community pARTners gallery (yorktonarts.ca) have art shows available to view, whether it’s in person or online. You might even be inspired to create something of your own.

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- Make a snowman. We’ve had some warmer days so why not fashion your very own ‘Frosty’ – the magic hat is optional. Take a photo with your new ‘man’. Be sure to share on social media and to send your best to editorial@yorktonthisweek.com

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Make snow angels – warm weather not required, just drop and swing those arms and legs.

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- Go ice fishing – There have been some big northern pike caught through the ice already this winter, so why not try your luck at an area lake? Get a big one? Or, a nice string, snap a selfie with the fish. Be sure to share on social media and to send your best to editorial@ yorktonthisweek.com

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- Wash the car – You know it probably needs it, and it at least gets you out of the house.

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- Make a snow fort in the backyard.

It’s a chance to be a kid again, and to be ready should the neighbours start making snowballs.

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Experience nature at the Ravine Ecological Preserve. The Preserve offers a diverse 2.8 km hiking trail, which includes a floating boardwalk across the marsh, and then works its way through grassland, and aspen parkland habitat. Located just off Crescent Avenue and west of the Gallagher Centre, the park is designed to allow people to connect with our natural world through an abundance of birds, plants and animals.

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- Take an online class at Parkland College, course calendar available at parklandcollege.sk.ca

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- Try a locally produced craft beer at Back 40 Brewery.

They’re always trying new things, with a wide range of different types of beer for every season.

It’s a chance for you to try new things too!

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- Visit the Yorkton Library – Reading is always a great way to take a trip without leaving home and the library is like the biggest port in the world with options to go everywhere.

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Enjoy time spent in front of the fireplace, even if you don’t have one there is likely a YouTube video that you can load on your computer and daydream a bit.

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- Perfect your favourite chili recipe – Everybody has one. Do you add corn?

Mushrooms? Dark chocolate? Peanut butter?

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- Go downhill skiing at Mission

Ridge.

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- Take your camera or cell phone and take photos around our city. Be sure to share on social media and to send your best to editorial@yorktonthisweek.com

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- Create an at home exercise workout. Don’t worry there will be online resources to help you out.

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- Take your dog for a walk at Wiggly Field.

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- Visit local indoor batting cages. Why not do some dreaming of bashing a home run for the Toronto Blue Jays against the dreaded New York Yankees.

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- Make popcorn for a great snack.

Don’t be afraid to try some flavoured options just to change things up.

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- Buy a wine kit and try making your own libation. It’s a great way to try a new wine and a new hobby all at the same time.

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- Visit Tourism Yorkton to borrow geocaching equipment, then trek the city in search of hidden treasure. The office is at the Junction Hwy 9 & 16 in the city.

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- Feel like some good film, the best of short film through recent years are available to borrow on CD at the Yorkton Film Festival office at 49 Smith Street E., or call (306) 782-7077.

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-It’s never too late to get involved in Pokémon Go. It uses the mobile device GPS (cellphone) to locate, capture, battle, and train virtual creatures, called Pokémon, which appear

as if they are in the player’s real-world location.

Yes there are critters in Yorkton to be wrangled.

The game launched with around 150 species of Pokémon, which had increased to around 500 by 2019.

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- Go winter camping – This is one not for the faint of heart, but take up the challenge. If it is too cold out, set up in the basement.

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- Dig up your ball glove and play catch at a park with the kids. It’s a bit out-of-season but nothing is quite normal these days, so why not?

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- Start a window sill herb garden so you can add some fresh summer flavour to your meals. This is fun in the growing and the cooking and the eating.

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- On a cold evening head out for a hot chocolate, or just make one at home. Don’t worry if it’s actually evening either.

It’s always a good time for hot chocolate.

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- Dig into the closet for a well-loved board game from your childhood and teach it to the family. Playing checkers or Trivial Pursuit or Mancala never gets old.

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- Doing a puzzle is always a good family activity, and you find out if all the pieces are still in the box.

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- Adopt a pet. If you want a new friend who will stick by you through the next twenty years, now is the right time to get a new member of the family.

Animal rescues in town are full of potential pals.

Besides, it’s not really a video conference call if nobody is interrupted by a furry friend stopping by to say hello.

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- Put your shoes on, go for a jog, a great way to keep in shape, and if a jog is a bit too fast, walk a block a day to get back into active mode.

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- Build a backyard rink. It’s a great way to get outdoors and skating without having to worry about anyone else getting too close. Plus, your rec hockey team will not be prepared for how much you’ve improved.

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- Take up calligraphy, it is a great pastime that can be enjoyed by all ages.

- Enjoy a nature walk behind Ducks Unlimited.

Exploring new areas is always a fun activity.

- Sleep in late and stay warm in bed.

Maybe don’t do it on a work day, but on a day off stay snuggled under the covers as long as you like.

Make your spouse breakfast in bed. If the husband does the cooking they earn a merit badge. If the wife enjoys the cooking the husband gets double points.

- Soak in a hot bath. Make sure there are lots of bubbles.

Maybe some music? A few candles? Even a glass of wine from the kit you tried?

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- Visit Kinsmen Park at York Lake.

- Visit the indoor driving range to improve your game. It will be golf season again, so get ready.

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- Play a musical instrument. OK so it might not be pretty on day one, but keep at it.

Find some instructions.

They say you are never too old to learn.

- Give axe throwing a try. It is recommended you not do this at home, so check out the local throwing facility.

- Enjoy a movie marathon. There are 24 James Bond movies to watch before the new one is released this year, and 23 Marvel movies before the next phase. By the time you get through them all it will be spring.

- Get a massage.

You look tense, you need to relax.

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- Go for a drive.

You never know what you can find when you explore the back roads in the area, just pick a direction and see what you can find. Be careful that you don’t go too far off the beaten track though.

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- Pamper yourself with a manicure.

- Go for a walk at Logan Flats, there are many different routes you can take for a short or long outing.

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- Become a pen pal with a senior at one of the care homes – this would be a great way to get back to letter writing and help people stay connected while social distancing.

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- Take an historic walking tour.

There are actually two written heritage walking tours for downtown Yorkton: “Promise and Potential - Yorkton in the Early 1900’s” and “Pioneers Ways and Bygone Days”. Both are available from City Hall and Tourism Yorkton.

“Pioneer Ways and Bygone Days” is a closeup of the old town centre of Yorkton and is available for $10.00 at City Hall.

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- Learn some words in a new language. La pamplemousse est dans la bibliothèque avec les livres.

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- Do some home repairs you have been putting off. We all have those things we just never get to, so why not surprise the spouse and get them done.

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- Try a new food at an area restaurant. With such a wide range of restaurants in the city, there has never been a better time to expand your palate.

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- Give your best friend a call to catch up. Just because we are social distancing doesn’t mean we can’t stay in touch.

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- Refurbish a piece of furniture.

Help can be found online if you’re not sure where to start, and materials can be found at any local hardware store.

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- Watch the sunset. Nothing is more Saskatchewan than a spectacular sunset, so enjoy it. It’s even free.

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- Go for a round of winter disc golf at Patrick Park in the city, or at a number of courses in region including; Sun Hills Resort, Carleton Trail, Churchbridge, Bredenbury, Melville Regional Park, Good Spirit Provincial Park, Kamsack, Whitesand Regional Park, Springside and Sandy Beach on Good Spirit Lake.

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- -Go ice skating.

Whether at an outdoor rink or the new skating trail at Patrick Park, there are plenty of opportunities to lace up and get skating.

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- Visit the Orkney stones located approximately 7 km northwest of Yorkton.

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- Play a game of road hockey. We all did this when younger so recapture some of your youth and grab the stick, just watch for cars.

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- Learn to play chess – or any great board game you’ve always wanted to learn but haven’t – maybe Go, or Mancala, or Hive or Abalone or even International Checkers.

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- Stay up late and gaze at the stars.

You can do some studying ahead of time so you can identify the various constellations.

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- Organize a scavenger hunt.

Whether in your own home or driving around town, it can be really fun to see what you can find.

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- Create a new cocktail. Whether you want to finish all of the alcohol in your cupboard or leave it out so the entire family can enjoy, there are many flavor combinations out there to explore.

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- Go snowmobiling. The Sno Riders maintain a wide variety of well marked trails for you to use.

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- Bring out old photo albums and reminisce with the family. This is a great way to tell the next generation about where they come from, the story of their family roots. It could lead to making a family tree as another activity.

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- Read Yorkton This Week, either online at yorktonthisweek.com or purchase a subscription.

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- Take a book from the ‘Tiny-library’ at City Hall Park, and sit in the peaceful area to enjoy the first few chapters.

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- Bring out the Picasso in you and try a Paint by Numbers, there’s a variety of kits to choose from and you can custom make your own kit with a family photo, pet photo or any photo you choose.

- Binge watch a TV show. There are various services now that make this an easy way to lose a few hours .... days.... weeks.

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- Visit the shops in d o w n t o w n Yorkton. Grab a mask and go, there are plenty of businesses with lots of products to choose from, whether you want to get some new clothes, take up a new sport or hobby, or find some food you’ve never tried before.

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- Pick a favourite book from your childhood and read a chapter or 2 each night with your family. There are so many great choices from Tom Sawyer to Moby Dick to The Hobbit. You really can’t go wrong with a classic.

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The pool at the Gallagher Centre is still open, but there are limits to the number of people who can swim at one time so be sure to call ahead.

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- Take your dog for grooming. This assumes you have a dog.

Taking the neighbour’s dog might get you bombarded by snowballs.

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This may be a chance to eliminate their arsenal of snowballs too.

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- Recycle all your bottles and cans from the last few months.

If you’re anything like us, the closet is overflowing and you need to make some space.

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- Crokicurl- What game is more Canadian than crokinole? Probably none.

What sport are we more passionate about than curling? – OK maybe hockey! But still when you combine curling and crokinole into one activity it is a must try

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- Enjoy the new playground installed adjacent to the old hospital property at Tupper Park (100 Tupper Avenue). The Tupper Park playground addition was part of an overall plan for the city that included a wheelchair accessible play structure at Weinmaster Park (just off Morrison Drive, in northeast Yorkton). The universally accessible playground is a play environment created to be wheelchair accessible throughout the entire structure and surrounding play area with more challenging paths of travel or activities along or

beside the wheelchair accessible routes. The accessible play structures also allow parents and caregivers to be nearby and play with their children. Overall, there are more than 35 parks and greenspaces in Yorkton, and if one includes sports fields (ball diamonds and soccer pitches), and buffer/ pathway areas, this number jumps to more than 75 individual areas, totalling more than 500 acres.

There are eight current playgrounds; one dog park, one skate park, three natural areas, two disc golf courses, eight tennis courts, five out-

door basketball nets, three spray parks, nine ball diamonds, four soccer pitches, and over 10 kilometers of pathways, including paved, gravel, and grass pathways.

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- Buy five herbs or spices you don’t currently have at home and then undertake to try recipes using them for family meals.

This one will leave you with a better stocked spice cupboard to experiment with for weeks.

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Parkland College is the smart investment for your future.

Whether you’re from around the corner or around the globe, we offer training to suit your needs. From agriculture to welding, Parkland College offers a broad range of programs including bachelor’s degrees, diplomas, certificates, and adult basic education. We offer a variety of university and skills training programs close to home so you don’t have to worry about transfer credits.

Forget the typical lecture theatre with 300 students crammed into old wooden desks. Our unique learning environment, where class sizes are typically smaller and instructors and classmates know you by name, can help you get better grades and learn more effectively.

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Bachelor's Degrees (Four Years) BACHELOR OF INDIGENOUS EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK

Providing a holistic First Nations teaching perspective, the Indigenous Education program from First Nations University of Canada provides tremendous opportunity whether you want to teach elementary or secondary education.

Parkland College partners with the U of S College of Nursing and Saskatchewan Health Authority to deliver a world class nursing education.

Through the use of distributed learning technology, students in Yorkton are able to learn where they live.

The program is generalist in approach.

It emphasizes language and arts and requires a concentration in Indigenous education. Specific Indigenous education courses have been designed to introduce teachers to the unique needs of First Nations students.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is a non-direct entry four-year degree program, which includes a pre-professional year of university level courses, followed by three years of nursing education and clinical practice opportunities.

The BSW program from the University of Regina emphasizes preparing students to gain the skills necessary to counsel individuals and groups, develop and administer programs, empower community groups, conduct social research, analyze programs, policies and issues, and develop and implement problem solving strategies.

The program is generalist in approach and will prepare you to work with disadvantaged and minority groups in urban, rural, and remote areas. Classes are available as a mixture of face-toface, blended, and online delivery.

University Classes FIRST YEAR & DISTANCE DELIVERY Thanks to partnerships with the University of Saskatchewan and University of Regina, students are able to take the first year of almost any undergraduate degree from the two institutions at Parkland College.

We offer more than 60 course offerings to choose from. First-year students take classes in a wide range of subject areas to get a broader understanding of learning at the university level. The College’s smaller class sizes and access to instructors often help students get better grades.

At the end of your first year, you can apply for professional programs such as Pharmacy & Nutrition, Nursing, etc. Make an appointment with our academic advisors to go over your program plan and ensure you have all of the prerequisites lined up.

Diplomas (Two Years) AGRIBUSINESS One of every eight jobs in Canada is related to agriculture – a rate that's even higher in Saskatchewan. Agribusiness comes into play at every stage of the food chain, from primary production to the packaging of your favorite snack. This diploma will provide you with the skills to start up your own business, to join the family business, or to be part of an industry team.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT If you like being part of decision-making processes, and are interested in organizational culture and interpersonal dynamics, the Business Management specialty will appeal to you. You could work in an administrative role in a wide range of public and privately owned enterprises, crown corporations and government organizations, or start your own business.

PRACTICAL NURSING Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) are in demand across Canada. There are more job opportunities now than ever before, and more chances to create a career that suits your interests. LPNs typically work in an area of interest such as gerontology, maternal-child, medical, mental health, palliative, pediatric, rehabilitation, or surgical nursing.

The same. But different.

Choosing Parkland College for your education gives you the best of both worlds. We keep class sizes small and offer a learner-centered community feel. And because our postsecondary programs meet the same standards as those at Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the province's universities, you will graduate with the same credentials as students on those campuses. Come to Parkland College and see the difference we can make for you.

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Post-Secondary Admissions Chart Full-Time/ Part-Time

Length

Location

Approximate Start and End Dates

Agribusiness Diploma

FT

2 years

Yorkton

May 2021 - April 2023

Agricultural Equipment Technician

FT

36 weeks

Yorkton

October 2021 - June 2022

Automotive Service Technician

FT

37 weeks

Yorkton

Sept 2021 - May 2022

Bachelor of Arts in English

FT

3 years

Yorkton

September - April

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

FT

3 or 4 years

Yorkton

September - April

Bachelor of Indigenous Education

FT

4 years

Yorkton

September - April

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

FT

4 years

Yorkton

September - April

Bachelor of Social Work

FT

4 years

Yorkton

September - April

Business Certificate - Year I

FT

32 weeks

Yorkton

Sept 2021 - April 2022

Business Diploma - Year II (Management)

FT

32 weeks

Yorkton

Sept 2021 - April 2022

Continuing Care Assistant

FT

32 weeks

Yorkton

Sept 2021 - May 2022

Continuing Care Assistant

PT

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Canora, Fort Qu'Appelle

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Early Childhood Education

PT

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Fort Qu'Appelle, Yorkton

varies

Emergency Medical Responder

FT

2 weeks

Melville

November 2021

Firefighter

FT

14 weeks

Melville

July - October 2021

Heavy Equipment Truck & Transport Technician

FT

36 weeks

Yorkton

Sept 2021 - May 2022

Office Administration

FT

32 weeks

Yorkton

August 2021 - May 2022

Power Engineering - Fourth Class

FT

36 weeks

Yorkton

Sept 2021 - May 2022

Power Engineering - Third Class

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16 weeks

Yorkton

Sept 2021 - January 2022

Program

Feb 2023 - Feb 2025

Practical Nursing

FT

2 years

Yorkton

Primary Care Paramedic

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48 weeks

Melville

Sept 2021 - Oct 2022

Welding

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35 weeks

Yorkton

Sept 2021 - May 2022

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Yorkton

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University (60+ class offerings to choose from)

(Applications open March 1 - June 30, 2022)

• If you do not meet the entrance requirements, special admissions may be an option. Contact a Parkland College counsellor for more information.

• All tuition fees listed are for Canadian residents and subject to change up to one month prior to delivery.

• Tuition fees do not include books, materials, fees, or applicable taxes. Please refer to parklandcollege.sk.ca for more details.

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Approximate Tuition

Credential

Credit Granting Institute

Grade 12 w/ Biology 30 or Chemistry 30 or Physics 30, and Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30 - minimum average of 70%

$6,500

Diploma

University of Saskatchewan

Grade 10, Special Admission - ACCUPLACER

$6,000

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12, Special Admission - ACCUPLACER

$6,000

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12 w/ English A30 & B30, a 30-level Math or Science, a 30-level language, social science or fine arts, and an approved 30-level course minimum average of 72%

set by universities

Bachelor Degree

University of Saskatchewan

Grade 12 w/ English A30 & B30, a 30-level Math or Science, a 30-level language, social science or fine arts, and an approved 30-level course minimum average of 72%

set by universities

Bachelor Degree

University of Regina or University of Saskatchewan

Grade 12 w/ English A30 & B30, a 30-level Math or Science, a 30-level language, social science or fine arts, and an approved 30-level course minimum average of 65%

set by universities

Bachelor Degree

First Nations University of Canada

Grade 12 w/ English A30 & B30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, and a 30-level Math minimum average of of 72%

set by universities

Bachelor Degree

University of Saskatchewan

Grade 12 w/ English A30 & B30, a 30-level math, plus two other approved 30-level academic subjects - minimum average of 65%

set by universities

Bachelor Degree

University of Regina

Grade 12, or successful completion of three (3) courses of at least 3 credit units each from this Business certificate program or the Business diploma (year 1), Special Admission - ACCUPLACER

$4,200

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12, or successful completion of three (3) courses of at least 3 credit units each from this Business certificate program or the Business diploma (year 1), Special Admission - ACCUPLACER

$4,470

Diploma

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12 or GED, special admission option; Standard First Aid and Heartsaver CPR "C" AED; satisfactory immunization records prior to clinical; criminal record check. Driver's licence and vehicle required for clinical.

$4,700

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12 or GED, no special admission option; Standard First Aid and Heartsaver CPR "C" AED; satisfactory immunization records prior to clinical; criminal record check. Driver's licence and vehicle required for clinical.

$250-$416/class

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12 w/ English A30 & B30

$375-$475/class

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

OHS Standard First Aid with CPR "C" or HCP "C"

$1,500

Certificate

St. John Ambulance

Grade 12 w/ English A30 & B30; any grade 11 Science and one of Math Foundations 20, Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 20 or Pre-Calculus 20 minimum of 50% in each class. Driver's licence required. Must be 18 years of age before the start date of the program. Good physical health.

$9,725

Certificate

Lakeland College

Grade 11 w/ Foundations of Math 20 or Pre-Calculus 20 or Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 20, Special Admission - ACCUPLACER

$6,000

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12, Special Admission - ACCUPLACER

$4,640

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12 w/ Foundations of Math 30 or Pre-Calculus 30 or Math B30 minimum overall average of 65%, Special Admission - ACCUPLACER. Chemistry and Physics are recommended.

$5,220

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Successful completion of Power Engineering Technician - Fourth Class

$3,500

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12 w/ min. overall average of 65% in the following five subjects: English A30; English B30; Foundations of Math 30 or Pre-Calculus 30 or Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 30; one of Biology 30, Chemistry 30 or Physics 30; and one of Social Studies 30, History 30 or Native Studies 30. No Special Admission option. Satisfactory immunization records prior to clinical, current Standard First Aid and CPR C/AED or equivalent, criminal record check, and English language requirement specific to Practical Nursing.

$12,300

Diploma

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12 w/ English A30 & B30, Biology 30 or Chemistry 30, Workplace & Apprenticeship Math 30 or Foundations of Math 30 or Pre-Calculus 30 - minimum average of 60%. Driver's licence required. Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C" AED; Transferring Lifting Repositioning (TLR) Certification & WHMIS required before start of program.

$6,270

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 10, Special admission - ACCUPLACER

$6,000

Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

set by universities

university credit

University of Regina, University of Saskatchewan

Entrance Requirements (all programs have an English Language Requirement)

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Certificates (One Year or Less) AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN Students will learn assembly, repair, service, and maintenance on all types of agricultural equipment through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on shop time.

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN Gain the skills to assemble, repair, service and maintain vehicles. You will spend most of your classroom time with experienced industry-trained instructors in our large trades shop.

BUSINESS (YEAR I & YEAR II) The world of business involves many skills. The Year I certificate will give you a solid foundation in accounting, finance, marketing, economics, and more. If you like being a leader and being part of decision-making processes, the Year II diploma with a management specialty will appeal to you.

CONTINUING CARE ASSISTANT Learn the fundamentals required to work in care homes, home care, and community health centers. Full-time and part-time courses are available. The program consists of theory courses, lab skills, and practicum placements in special care facilities and home care.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Broaden your understanding of children’s physical, social, cognitive, creative, and emotional development. You will also develop an understanding of the importance of play as a vehicle for learning.

EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER POWER ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (FOURTH & THIRD CLASS) Recognized by the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics, this certificate prepares you for emergencies to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until the next level of health care personnel takes over.

FIREFIGHTING If you're looking for a hot job in municipal or industrial firefighting, this is the place to start. This unique and comprehensive program provides preparation for entry-level career positions. Our program curriculum exceeds National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requirements by including more practice runs and hands-on activities.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT TRUCK & TRANSPORT TECHNICIAN Learn basic training in two highdemand mechanical trades at once.

Heavy duty equipment technicians work on large mobile equipment— bulldozers, cranes, graders, loaders, and earthmovers used in construction, mining, and forestry.

Truck and transport mechanics work on trucks, buses, and highway transport vehicles for dealers, garages, and transportation companies.

Power engineering technicians help keep power plants running safely and efficiently. Fourth Class graduates can go directly into the workforce or pursue their Third Class certificate and beyond.

You could work in the oil patch, mining, manufacturing, energy, health, and other industries. It’s a physical job that requires problem-solving skills and a knack for working with machinery.

PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC Combine authentic hands-on training in pre-hospital emergency care with both hospital and ambulance practicums.

Students will learn to perform physical assessments of the various body systems. You will also be able to recognize and manage medical and trauma injuries, as well as common cardiac and respiratory emergencies.

WELDING Sparks will fly as you learn on stateof-the-art equipment and one-of-akind projects in our Canadian Welding Bureau certified shops, and write your CWB test before you graduate. You will receive training in multiple welding processes, operating fabrication equipment, using blueprints, general shop practice, and shop safety.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION Valued for their ability to bring organization and professionalism to the workplace, Office Admin graduates possess a wealth of skills related to the business office environment, with an emphasis on computer applications.

Practical, hands-on training will prepare you for the demands and rewards of functioning in the modern office.

Graduate with less debt.

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Essential Skills are needed for success in work, learning, and life. They are the foundational skills that make it easier to learn all other skills.

Complete your Adult 10 or Adult 12 in a face-to-face setting. Daytime ABE classes are held in Yorkton, Melville, Fort Qu'Appelle, and Kamsack.

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Scholarships accepted for an available program seat. Please note that your application is not considered complete until we have received all of your supporting documents and can assess your eligibility for the program.

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USask livestock research receives significant investment to advance industry

By USask Research Profile and Impact SASKATOON – Saskatchewan’s Agriculture Development Fund (ADF) will provide more than $6.5 million to support livestock research efforts at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).

This includes operational funding for the Prairie Swine Centre (PSC) ($1.9 million) and the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) ($1.58 million). A total of 19 individual USask research projects were also awarded approximately $3 million, including almost $332,000 for forage crop breeding development at the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at USask.

“This investment helps ensure producers directly connect with the work being done at the university, and also allows new projects to move forward and influence the success of livestock operations,” said USask Vice-President Research Karen Chad.

“Agriculture is one of our signatures areas, and we know advances in research and technology form a foundation for economic growth in this vitally important sector in Saskatchewan.”

The ADF program is supported through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, a five-year $388-million investment by the federal and provincial governments in strategic initiatives for the sector in Saskatchewan.

“This funding will directly benefit the Saskatchewan pork value chain,” said PSC CEO Murray Pettitt. “In the past 15 years, our research program has contributed an average return on investment of

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Plant molecular geneticist Andrew Sharpe at the Global Institute for Food Security at the University of Saskatchewan. ) $4.10 per pig/year to the Saskatchewan industry, and the funds received from the Agriculture Development Fund enable Prairie Swine Centre to attract additional research funding for the benefit of the industry.”

A total of almost $7.6 million from ADF was announced Jan. 27 for 26 agriculture projects in Saskatchewan and across the country, supplemented by an additional $323,000 from industry partners.

“We are thankful for the ongoing support from ADF,” said VIDO Director Dr. Volker Gerdts. “Infectious diseases continue to threaten animal health and production. This funding helps ensure our cuttingedge research and development benefits producers.”

Highlights include: Acquiring and applying knowledge ($1.9 mil-

lion): Prairie Swine Centre will continue to generate and deliver novel research results from our engineering, nutrition and ethology research programs.

These results will continue to support the success and sustainability (economic, environmental and social license) of the Saskatchewan pork industry.

Connecting and communicating with producers ($1.58 million): VIDO will aim to improve animal health and production through enhanced scientific communication, knowledge exchange and vaccine development.

This ongoing project will help ensure the development and communication of solutions that benefit Saskatchewan producers and protect animals from infectious diseases.

Improving forage crops ($332,000): Genetic improvements in bromegrass, an essential

forage crop for cattle, have been low due to the complexity of the genome and the lack of efficient analysis tools. Led by plant molecular geneticist Andrew Sharpe, director of genomics and bioinformatics at GIFS, this project will produce a catalogue of genetic variation for bromegrass along with predictive models for the breeding process. The resulting information will have a direct impact on the ability of breeders to select the most nutritious varieties of bromegrass that produce the largest yield.

Examples of other innovative crop-related projects with potential economic impact include: Decontaminating eggs without the use of chemicals ($260,000): USask researchers Lifeng Zhang (Engineering), Shelley Kirychuk (Medicine),

and Karen SchweanLardner (Animal and Poultry Science) will develop chemical-free surface decontamination methods for table eggs.

The proposed research will help the egg industry in Saskatchewan to be economically, socially and environmentally sustainable.

Detecting respiratory viruses ($212,000): USask Professor of Veterinary Medicine and research chair Cheryl Waldner will explore how DNA sequencing can be used to better detect respiratory viruses in feedlot calves. This study will enhance animal health while also reducing risk and minimizing economic losses for beef producers. New diagnostic tools for respiratory viruses will inform how we control disease and evaluate the effectiveness of on-farm vaccination programs.

Easing pain in cattle castration ($150,000):

Western College of Veterinary Medicine Assistant Professor Diego Moya will assess the efficacy of a novel mechanism for delivering pain control during castration of calves of different ages. Using a combination of behavioural and physiological traits indicative of pain and discomfort, this research will help to develop and promote a strategy that can be widely adopted by the beef industry to improve the health, and welfare of castrated calves.

Industry funding for USask projects of $258,000 is provided by a wide range of organizations and agencies including: Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association ($117,725), Saskatchewan Alfalfa Seed Producers ($85,000), SaskMilk ($31,504), Alberta Milk ($15,000) and Saskatchewan Forage Seed Development Commission ($9,130).

Going organic: Realizing the limitless possibilities of wearable electronics SASKATOON - Benoît Lessard and his team are developing carbon-based technologies which could lead to improved flexible phone displays, make robotic skin more sensitive and allow for wearable electronics that could monitor the physical health of athletes in real-time.

With the help of the Canadian Light Source (CLS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), a team of Canadian and international scientists have evaluated how thin film structure correlates to organic thin-film transistors performance.

Organic electronics use carbon-based mol-

ecules to create more flexible and efficient devices. The display of our smart phones is based on organic-LED technology, which uses organic molecules to emit bright light and others to respond to touch.

Lessard, the corresponding author of a recent paper published in ACS Materials and Interfaces, is excited about the data his team has collected at the HXMA beamline. As Canada Research Chair in Advanced Polymer Materials and Organic Electronics and an associate professor at the University of Ottawa in

the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Lessard is working on furthering the technology behind organic thin-film transistors. To improve on this technology the team is engineering the design and processing of phthalocyanines, molecules used traditionally as dyes and pigments.

“The features that make a molecule bright and colourful are features that make them able to absorb and emit light effectively.”

Lessard said. “A lot of things we want in a dye or pigment is the same thing we are looking for in your OLED display —

brightly coloured things that make light.”

Phthalocyanines have been used in photocopiers and similar technologies since the 1960s.

Repurposing these molecules ¬for use in organic electronics helps keep costs down and makes the manufacturing of these devices more practical, allowing for their use in many unusual applications.

“The computer we are using has a billion transistors, but if you want to have artificial skin for robotics or wearable sensors, you are going to need flexible, bendable electronics and the best way to do that is to go

organic,” Lessard said.

Organic electronic technologies can be used in artificial skin for burn victims or electronic skin for robots. Organic sensors could be imbedded in athletic clothing and could send information to coaches who could observe an athlete’s hydration levels by monitoring what is lost in their sweat.

“The applications are sort of anything you can dream of,” Lessard said.

Lessard has also used this technology in the creation of sensors that detect cannabinoids, the active molecules in cannabis. He is co-founder of a spin-off company

called Ekidna Sensing, which develops rapid tests for the cannabis industry based on similar technologies.

“Everything we are learning at the synchrotron could help us towards this goal of the start-up company,” Lessard said.

While there are tabletop technologies available, they aren’t powerful enough to reveal what happens at the interface, which is only a couple of nanometers thick. The team couldn’t have generated the data needed for understanding how the transistors perform without the help of the CLS.

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USask researchers use Fort McMurray model to develop ice-jam flood mitigation assessment process SASKATOON – The city of Fort McMurray, Alta., which has a lengthy history of flooding, is among communities adjacent to northern rivers across Canada that regularly confront the expensive problem caused by ice jams during spring ice breakup, or even at freeze-up or mid-winter breakup.

Now, University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers have developed a novel methodological approach to help flood managers assess the feasibility of three ways to mitigate ice-jam flooding—dredging river sediment at jam-prone sites, artificially breaking up ice using amphibious excavators (Amphibex), and building dikes.

Their findings, based on a sophisticated computer modelling framework of Fort McMurray that evaluated how multiple fluctuating factors such as water flow, ice thickness and backwater levels affected ice jams and flooding, were published Jan. 18 in the Journal of Flood Risk Management.

While modelling involved the Alberta community downstream from the confluence of the Athabasca and Clearwater rivers, lead USask researcher KarlErich Lindenschmidt said the principles apply to ice-jam floods everywhere, from the Red River in Manitoba to the Churchill River in Labrador to the Saint John River in New Brunswick.

“I developed the first real-time method for icejam flood forecasting, which is a lot more difficult than just open-water flooding,” said Lindenschmidt, an asso-

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Lead USask researcher Karl-Erich Lindenschmidt carrying out an ice survey on the Slave River, NWT. ciate professor at USask’s School of Environment and Sustainability and the Global Institute for Water Security (GIWS), who has published a book about the intricacies involved.

“Our study differentiates between flood hazard—which refers to such things as velocity, depth and extent of flooding—and flood risk, which incorporates vulnerabilities such as infrastructure, buildings and contents,” he said.

“Such a comprehensive risk analysis is much more complex, but it gives you the information needed to assess the expense of a mitigation measure versus ice-jam flood-damage costs. Very

often people take it just to the flood hazard level,” he said.

The Alberta study used hundreds of ice-jam flood hazard maps based on simulated ice-jam water levels to determine flood risk. Flood damage potential was evaluated based on such things as building types and sizes (commercial or residential) and estimated flood depths. The simulated results aligned closely with what occurred in a 1977 icejam flood along the Athabasca River.

Based on the three mitigation measures studied, the Amphibex breakup of ice, which shifts jams downstream from Fort McMurray, has the highest potential to reduce annual flood

damage, significantly reducing the number of buildings exposed to flood risk.

A dike system at an elevation of 250 metres above sea level along the Clearwater River also has major potential to reduce flood damage, even though ice jams overtopping the dike in extreme events increases the number of buildings at risk. And while dredging the river to certain depths at jam sites could reduce flooding damage, more study needs to be done to fully understand the flooding risk, the paper noted.

“The problem is that you run the risk of dredging too deep. When that happens, your flow velocity is reduced quite substantially, allowing

ice to accumulate because it doesn’t have the momentum to push through. That would actually promote ice-jam flooding,” said Lindenschmidt.

The methodology and the interactive maps of flood hazard and associated risk developed for this study could be applied to designing and exploring a comprehensive flood protection system for any ice jamprone location in Canada, he said.

Lindenschmidt is part of a modelling team with the USask-led Global Water Futures (GWF) program which aims to protect and inform communities of the risks associated with seasonal flooding.

As part of USask’s

mandate to extend methodologies and explore new avenues to apply research, Lindenschmidt also is studying “javes” (short for ice-jam release waves). Javes happen along waterways such as the South Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan rivers when an upstream icejam breaks, much like a dam breach, and releases a surge of ice and water. This surge can hit and accumulate at a downstream jam, exacerbating and causing additional flooding concerns.

USask researcher Apurba Das was first author of the paper.

Funding for the study came from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, GIWS, GWF and USask.

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USask awarded $650K to work with First Nations and Métis communities to address the impacts of COVID-19 SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has been named one of the 15 winners of the North American 2020 TD Ready Challenge presented by TD Bank Group.

Thanks to a $650,000 grant from TD Bank Group, researchers with the First Nations and Métis Health Research Network (FMHRN) based at USask, alongside partners Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) and Métis Nation-Saskatchewan (MN–S), will work to transform emergency response in First Nations and Métis communities during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

This timely research will also help emergency response planners better meet the needs of Elders, women, girls, and genderdiverse people with training and support, particularly at evacuation sites and during COVID-19 restrictions.

The research is led by Dr. Caroline Tait (PhD), a medical anthropologist with expertise in gender and cultural safety in the USask College of

Medicine and a member of Métis NationSaskatchewan (MN–S), and Dr. Simon Lambert (PhD), an Indigenous (Māori) researcher in the College of Arts and Science with expertise in Indigenous disaster risk reduction, and a member of the Tūhoe and Ngāti Ruapani tribes from Aotearoa New Zealand.

Dr. Tait leads the FMHRN Saskatchewan’s Network Environments for Indigenous Health Research (NEIHR) centre, and this team coleads the national coordinating centre for the nine NEIHR networks across Canada, funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).

“It’s very important that people who have been impacted by disasters are involved in developing services that take cultural safety and gender into consideration,” said Tait. “First Nations and Métis peoples are best placed to lead these initiatives for our communities.”

The research will focus on mitigating how natural disasters, including COVID-19, threaten

First Nations and Métis communities. Elders, children and youth are most vulnerable, as the first people to be evacuated or asked to socially isolate during emergency response protocols. In cases of evacuation, these people, along with their caregivers (mostly women), are relocated to cities sometimes for weeks or months.

Indigenous people in Saskatchewan have voiced criticism about their evacuation experiences. Problems include inadequate accommodations, family members being separated, youth being targeted in cities by drug dealers and gangs, and girls and women being vulnerable to sexual exploitation and assault. COVID-19 restrictions are correlated with increases in domestic violence, substance abuse, food and housing insecurity, and re-traumatization.

Including Indigenous voices and perspectives is key to disaster risk reduction, and can be an act of reconciliation, said Lambert.

“Indigenous people are on the ground in

Wanting wetlands: Marking 50 years of wetland conservation and loss Fifty years ago, nations gathered to create the world’s first global agreement to conserve a habitat. This had long been undervalued, and as a result was rapidly disappearing.

Fifty years ago, there was a global call to action to save our wetlands.

On February 2, 1971, the Convention on We t l a n d s of International Importance was adopted in Ramsar, Iran. Often referred to as the Ramsar Convention, its purpose was to stop the worldwide loss of wetlands. Today, 171 countries, including Canada, are parties to the convention.

The Ramsar Convention has helped many wetlands. Over 2,400 wetlands around the world have been designated as Ramsar We t l a n d s of International Importance. Canada has 37 Ramsar sites, including Quill Lakes and Lake Mountain Lake in Saskatchewan. World Wetlands Day marks the signing of the Ramsar Convention and is a day

to highlight the importance of wetland conservation Despite a global agreement and a special day of recognition, we have not been kind to wetlands over the last half century. Over the past 50-years, over onethird world’s remaining wetlands have been lost.

They continue to disappear at a rate faster than forests, and the loss is accelerating.

In every country, including our own, we are now facing an increasingly critical decision: which wetlands will we choose to save, and which wetlands will we choose to lose?

Our choices will matter for both nature and people.

Wetlands come in many forms across Canada. Our vast northern peatlands are some of the most extensive and intact wetlands left on Earth. But in southern Canada, we’ve done our part to contribute to global wetland losses by draining forested swamps, prairie sloughs and coastal salt marshes.

In many parts of south-

ern Canada, only a fraction of our original wetlands remain.

What all our different wetlands share is their ecological importance.

Coastal fens along the Great Lakes coast and saline wetlands of the prairies, along with over 90 other wetland communities, are of global conservation concern.

Wetlands provide spawning habitat for many sportfish. They produced millions of waterfowl each year and are essential for keeping Canada’s “duck factory” open.

Many of Canada’s terrestrial and freshwater species at risk regularly occur, or rely, on wetlands, including eastern mountain avens, yellow rail and Blanding’s turtle.

Canadians need wetlands now, more than ever. Our northern peatlands are global giants when it comes to storing carbon. Wetlands around our cities and farms are one of our best natural defenses to buffer communities from extreme weather events and our rapidly changing climate. They are the Swiss Continued on Page 20

their communities, know each other, know who needs help, and know what they’re doing,” he said. “We know that the best response to any disaster is culturally attuned to the people who are impacted, undertaken in a safe and respectful manner.”

This is a collaborative project of the FMHRN, combining leadership from the FSIN, representing 74 Saskatchewan First Nations, and MN–S, representing Métis citizens across the province, and USask researchers.

“This project will provide researchers with an opportunity to hear the voices of Métis people and learn from their experiences and perspectives, respecting their unique identity, culture and values. This will help further develop emergency services and training to improve the overall wellness of our citizens,” said Marg Friesen, MN–S Minister of Health.

FSIN Vice-Chief David Pratt noted, “Through involvement in projects like this, First

Nations peoples in Saskatchewan are now positioned to assert their Indigenous perspective on health research, and reclaim a voice that contributes to the dismantling of old order research practices.”

The 2020 TD Ready Challenge encouraged applicants from across TD’s North American footprint to support innovative solutions that will help create accelerated, sustained and equitable recovery in the face of COVID-19, specifically for communities disproportionately impacted by the pandemic. In total, TD awarded $10 million for the 2020 Challenge.

“The University of Saskatchewan has brought forward a creative and scalable solution to help communities disproportionately impacted by the effects of COVID-19,” said Global Head, Sustainability and Corporate Citizenship, TD Bank Group, Andrea Barrack. “Being a recipient of a TD Ready Challenge grant is a tes-

tament to the dedication of its creators to helping our communities emerge from the pandemic more resilient, inclusive, and ready for the continually changing future.”

“We are honoured to be one of only fifteen institutions in North America to receive this funding, and are grateful to TD Bank for its support,” said USask President Peter Stoicheff. “Our health researchers together with their Indigenous partners are responding to the real needs and challenges of our world, and it is gifts such as this that allow the University of Saskatchewan to work collaboratively with the communities we serve.

In times like this we can — and must — be the university the world needs by identifying opportunities to solve the pressing issues that affect people’s lives.”

A full list of the 2020 TD Ready Challenge grant recipients, as well as more information about the initiative, can be found at www.td.com/ readychallenge.

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By Brian Zinchuk Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Estevan Mercury Regina – With the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the public health restrictions resulting from it, nowhere yet in sight, the Government of S a s k a t c h e w a n announced on Jan. 29 a further extension to the Saskatchewan Small Business Emergency Payment (SSBEP) program. The program was originally launched in April 2020, then renewed in December 2020. With this extension, businesses will be eligible for an additional payment for January 2021.

“Small and mediumsized businesses in the province continue to face challenges due to the global COVID-19 pandemic,” Trade and Export Development Minister Jeremy Harrison said in a release. “Our government believes support for businesses is vital, and the extension of this program for the month of January 2021, as well as the other programs available, will help as we continue to move through this challenging period and toward economic recovery.”

Business restrictions in public health orders have been expanded since the SSBEP program was renewed in December and businesses are encouraged to reevaluate their eligibility for both the December and January payments, the release said.

The SSBEP program has provided $5.9 million in assistance to 1,521 applicants for the December period. With the public health order extended, more businesses in the province have been impacted.

This phase of the program will accept applications for the December and/or January payment until March 2, 2021.

Applicants will be eligible for up to $5,000 per month in funding, and those who qualified for the December intake of the SSBEP will not have to re-apply for January.

However, businesses will be contacted to attest that they remain eligible for the January payment.

Steve McLellan, CEO of the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce, said by phone on Jan. 29, “We’re clearly supportive of any support for business. Obviously, anything we can do to get more dollars into the hands of businesses, to help sustain them

through these very difficult days is appreciated.

“Small business is certainly a challenging sector of our economy, but all businesses are feeling it. Larger hotels, and so on are feeling the pressure. So, it’s not just a small business person.

“But bottom line is we support the programs, we’re happy that they’ve extended them, and what we’d like is for them to be extended for longer periods of time. Waves of support is appreciated, but predictability through knowing these are available for some time, with a monthly renewal would be would be fantastic.”

McLellan added, “We don’t know how long we’ll need these. But we know full well that it will be, it will be some time before businesses are back earning revenue through any kind of semblance of normal.

McLellan concluded, “The most important thing with the support, as much as it’s appreciated, is for businesses to carry on keeping the protocols in place, making sure their staff and their customers are safe. And even though everybody’s getting very tired of COVID and very tired of working in restricted conditions, we must hold the faith, if you will, and continue to get through it, as we will. But it’s not easy, not getting any easier. But we will get through it. And that’s the light at the end of the tunnel, we have to be conscious is coming.”

The government release pointed out that are other support programs available for Saskatchewan businesses.

The Strong Recovery Adaptation Rebate (SRAR) reimburses eligible small businesses for investments made to adapt their business to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Financial assistance includes a payment of up to $5,000 for 50 per cent of total eligible businessadaptation investments made by the applicant prior to Feb. 28, 2021.

Eligible expenditures include establishing physical barriers or reconfiguring space to operate safely, providing services through digital tools, providing different services or products, and shifting to delivery or curb-side services. The application deadline is March 31, 2021.

The Re-Open Saskatchewan Training Subsidy (RSTS) is cur-

rently accepting applications. This temporary training subsidy provides businesses with financial support to train employees as they adjust to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The

RSTS reimburses eligible private-sector employers 100 per cent of employee training costs up to a maximum of $10,000 per business, which will help employers adapt to the impacts

of the pandemic and safely align business activities with the reopening of Saskatchewan’s economy. The application deadline has been extended to March 31,

2021.

Businesses that have been fined for non-compliance with public health orders will not be eligible to receive support under these programs.

WANTING WETLANDS Continued from Page 19 Army Knife of ecosystems. The wetlands around us store carbon, hold flood water, recharge creeks during drought, stop storm surges and provide fire breaks. We can’t afford to lose them. The best use of wetlands is to have them remain as wetlands.

Celebrating World Wetland Day every February 2nd may not seem ideal. Many are frozen and quiet.

Blanketed with snow that covers trees and turtles. But they are waiting for spring when their most important work will begin. As ice

cracks and snow melts, they will fill with the spring runoff. Like giant sponges on the land, they will turn unwanted floodwaters into much-needed summer flows to our rivers and streams.

The next 10 years mark our decision decade for nature. We need forward thinking wetland policies and plans that consider how this critical element of our infrastructure can be strengthened. Donations to support wetland conservation by Nature Conservancy of Canada can be matched through the Natural

Heritage Conservation Program and the North American Wetlands Conservation Act. We can choose to be the new generation that values, conserves and creates wetlands, or continue to pass on an ecological deficit to our children. Fifty years ago, there was a commitment made to future generations to stop the loss of wetlands. We need to fulfill that promise.

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Three more weeks of COVID-19 public health restrictions in Sask.

Regina – Three more weeks. That’s the length of the most recent extension of public health orders in Saskatchewan meant to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Premier Scott Moe made the announcement from the Legislature in Regina on Jan. 26 with chief medical health officer Dr. Saqib Shahab.

The announcement came on a day when Saskatchewan posted yet another record for COVID-19 related deaths, 14, but has seen a slow drop in new case counts. There are now 2,665 cases are considered active, and on that day, 607 recoveries were reported.

Moe said. “The number of new cases in Saskatchewan continues to gradually decline.

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over 40 per cent from a peak of 4,763 on Dec. 7. “This gradual decline means that our current public health orders and restrictions are working, but we need to leave them in place a little longer. Therefore, all the current public health orders are being extended for three weeks until Feb. 19.� “These measures are working, when we follow them, as the vast majority of Saskatchewan people and businesses are doing. There have been a small number of mainly bars and restaurants who may not have been following those putting their staff putting their customers and essentially putting their communities at risk. So, I have asked that we increase enforcement on those who choose to break the rules, and in recent days there has been three significant tickets.�

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He held out the hope that three weeks from now, Saskatchewan may be able to look at reducing the number of restrictions in place.

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Next week, the province is expecting 12,000 additional doses, of which 5,850 will be Pfizer doses heading to Saskatoon, Regina, North Battleford, Yorkton and Swift Current to allow continued vaccination of long-term care residents and staff, as well as those over 70. A further 6,500 Moderna doses will be going to the far northeast, far northwest, and northeast regions of the province for a second doses. In the central-west region, first shots will be administered, Moe said.

The province will continue to push the federal government for more vaccines, and to also look at approving additional types of vaccines for use.

He referenced the vaccines that AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson have been working on.

Shahab said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really important that we are seeing a steady decline in our case numbers; all the indicators are moving in the right direction is slow and steady.â&#x20AC;?

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He added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;But the downward trend does show, that if all of us abide by public health principles, it has a significant impact on our case numbers.â&#x20AC;?

On the same day, Manitoba implemented 14-day quarantines for nearly all travellers to that province.

Asked about doing something similar for Saskatchewan, Shahab said it have been looked at, but found to be impractical, given our long borders, and people in border communities who work and shop across the border. But he did recommend minimizing travel.

Regarding variants of the COVID-19 virus, Shahab said sampling is done with relation to travel, and some sampling with age groups and geography as well. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would not be surprised if we saw a variant in Saskatchewan, but again, what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing, is exactly the same. We really have to follow all these public health measures.â&#x20AC;?

Asked about adverse reactions to the vaccines in Saskatchewan, Shahab said there have been around 10 to 15 allergic reactions, some tingling on the face, and one anaphylaxis that was managed safely. They were well-described in the product monograph and have been managed, he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most of them have presented in individuals who may have had a history of allergies, and they have managed well, so at this point the signal is not of any concern, compared to what is known about these vaccines what we were expecting, with whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s know about other vaccines.â&#x20AC;?

He noted the importance of watching those vaccinated for 15 minutes after the shot, and if you have any allergies, make it known and you will be monitored some more.

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Winter -- Still a time for fun It might be hard to do much this winter, but there are plenty of activities for the family to take part in outdoors. In particular, the City of Yorkton has a number of outdoor rinks and skating trails to give the opportunity to lace up, get back into practice and enjoy family fun with skating and hockey. This family got out

with each other to try out the rinks, something that all ages can enjoy. The rinks are located at Heritage Heights Park, Knights of Columbus Park, Silver Heights Park, Ukrainian Pioneer Park, and Weinmaster Park. The city’s skating path is located at Patrick Park.

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Women’s Summit set for March

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The fourth annual Women’s Summit is slated to take place in March with the program going virtual.

“We’re going to have an online platform,” offered Deb Cook, spokesperson for the Everyday Heroes organized event.

The Women’s Summit Seminar Series, starts March 8, (International Woman’s Day) and continues throughout the

month of March.

Everyday Heroes is a non-profit group with an aim to promote locally owned businesses owned by female entrepreneurs in the Parkland Area of Saskatchewan.

This event is a seminar series featuring local women entrepreneurs who are sharing the knowledge they have gained in their respective industries. The goal is to provide enlightenment so that we may all collectively grow.

Cook said going online with this year’s event really opens the doors in terms of attendance.

“It will open it up to whoever wants to attend,” she said, adding in the past the event has had limited seating “and we always sold out and had a waiting list.”

Being online also broadens the potential reach of the event, making it accessible by people from anywhere.

This year that means men can tune in as well.

Cook said while the event has been organized by women entrepreneurs who have focused on helping other women, thus the female only attendance, the presentations have often simply provided good business information any potential entrepreneur could benefit from. With the online platform men can now register and log in to listen as well.

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The program will as in past years feature “a variety of different speakers, with different presentations,” said Cook.

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