Yorkton This Week 2023-03-01

After bus crash Straschnitzki refocused dreams

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

It was an accident few in Saskatchewan will ever forget.

It was 2018 when a semi-trailer blew through a stop sign and into the Humboldt Broncos team’s bus. Sixteen people were killed and 13 were injured.

Ryan Straschnitzki was among the injured. He was paralyzed from the chest down and his hockey days seemed to be behind him.

But Straschnitzki told those attending the Yorkton Secon Maulers

sportsman dinner

Saturday that the old adage ‘when one door closes another opens’ is true, if a person has the mindset to believe it.

For Straschnitzki that meant changing his hockey dream even as he lay in a hospital bed in Saskatoon just days after the tragic accident.

Straschnitzki quickly turned to thoughts of parahockey, and today is focused on securing a spot on Team Canada and then onto a medal at the 2026 Paralympics in Italy.

It’s a case of focusing on what is possible, he

said.

“It’s not falling into a fixed mindset,” he said, adding when you do fall into a fixed mindset you are often unchangeable in your approach.

Instead you need to have a “growth mindset,” something Straschnitzki said allows one to be adaptable and by adapting you are able to “overcome and succeed.”

It was an approach Straschnitzki said he actually learned as he progressed through hockey. He said there were various times he attended camps, heard positive things from coaches, but

then was told he had not made the team.

The cuts were hard to take, said Straschnitzki, adding there were times he wanted to quit the game, but he didn’t.

Instead, Straschnitzki chose to focus on getting better. He said he believed if he just worked hard he could make the team the next opportunity.

That wasn’t always the case, but Straschnitzki persevered in pursuit of his dream to play hockey at a high level.

Then there was the accident.

“I heard a scream at

the front of the bus,” he said, adding he caught a glimpse of the semi-trailer coming. “Then boom. Then everything’s black.”

When Straschnitzki came out of it he said “my first instinct was to get up.”

He couldn’t and thought he was trapped, but saw he wasn’t. Due to the injury he couldn’t even call for help.

“When you’re 18-yearsold, isolated, helpless, unable to help yourself, you’re scared,” said Straschnitzki.

Finally, a bystander came and stayed with him until he was rushed

to hospital in Tisdale. He had injuries to his back, head “to my entire body.”

Straschnitzki was soon air lifted to Saskatoon. The news was not good.

“The doctors gave me a less than two per cent chance of walking again,” he said.

Straschnitzki said as a high level athlete he chose to take the situation as a challenge.

He said he would “not let doctors dictate the rest of my life.”

Straschnitzki still works toward walking again, but has regained enough control to stand

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Yorkton Council adjusts priorities

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

Yorkton Council reviewed its priorities for the first time in 2023 Monday at a Committeeof-the-Whole meeting.

It was in November, 2020 we committed to reviewing our Council priority chart on a quarterly basis. These priorities are in addition to the work required on an annual basis. This gives Council the opportunity

to provide further direction to Administration on the objectives that are deemed a priority.

The process undertaken Monday included a quick look back at 2022, and then making recommendations to update priorities for the first quarter of 2023.

The two items being recommended to be added to the top-five priorities of council are;

*Explore External Operations Audit: Phase

II (Determine what areas to look into – Human Resources (productivity in certain departments), Service Delivery (which functions or Advocacy / Partnerships departments), Best Practices (what specific areas); *Work with consultant on operations review. With the operations review Council recommended it be available by June. The same time frame was also attached to the

priority on Business Marketing: Yorkton Advantage Gaps & Targets.

Council also recommended it broaden the scope of meetings with the city’s neighbouring rural municipalities of Orkney and Wallace.

While a retained priority states to meet regarding rural roads, it was expanded to have Mayor Mitch Hippsley arrange meetings – as often as quarterly to dis-

cuss a range of shared issues including possible hospital funding.

“It’s almost like a relationship building thing,” offered Councillor Dustin Brears. The Recreational Master Plan was also discussed.

City manager Lonnie Kaal said the report should be available in the next quarter, and it remains a key staff operational priority. Hippsley said council

does need to be ready to act once they have the report in-hand.

“The sooner we do something with it the more value we get out of it,” he said. “Once we get the information, pardon the pun, we need to be prepared to pull the trigger.” The recommendations made Monday will be back before the regular meeting of Yorkton Council March 6, for approval.

Ryan Straschnitzki, a survivor of the Humboldt Broncos bus accident, spoke at a Yorkton Secon Maulers banquet Saturday.

Yorkton Kinsmen Club raises $46,569.45 for TeleMiracle 47

By Tyson Off Staff Writer

Telemiracle 47 took place over the weekend of Feb. 24-26 and raised a total of $5,519,229 with $46,569.45 in donations coming from the Yorkton Kinsmen Club.

“We start [fundraising] about a month before TeleMiracle starts – this year TeleMiracle was a little bit earlier...normally it’s the first weekend in March,” said Chad Grodzinski, Telemiracle Chair for the Yorkton Kinsmen Club, in an interview with Yorkton This Week

Despite having less time than usual to raise funds, Grodzinski said the community really came together for the cause.

“What we’ve had success with is getting a lot of support from the community in collecting pledges

and donations – so a big part of it is the schools,” said Grodzinski.

“We approached the schools and they get a package from TeleMiracle’s office with a few little gifts and prizes and they can choose to use those or come up with ideas on their own of how to raise money,” said Grodzinksi, adding, “this year the schools raised just over $10,000 combined.”

“Sacred Heart raised just over $5,300 of that,” said Grodzinski, “they really went all out.”

Grodzinksi said that the club also canvassed local businesses and $14,000 was raised through their efforts.

“We’re really happy with the support from businesses and people that give to TeleMiracle every year in Yorkton – we’re very happy with the amount we got.”

“Between us and the Kinettes we’re one of the clubs that brings in the biggest donations every year to Telemiracle – so we’re really proud of that and really proud of Yorkton for supporting us in that way,” said Grodzinski.

“Thanks to Yorkton and the surrounding area for their support for Telemircale this year.”

The Yorkton Kinsmen and Kinnette clubs had 31 people volunteering at the Saskatoon event which featured 80 Sask. performers.

“All TeleMiracle proceeds stay in Saskatchewan and are granted through the Kinsmen Foundation for specialized medical and mobility equipment, assistance with medical travel, and new and innovative health care equipment. The Foundation typically receives over 1,000 applications for assistance annually,” read a press release from the organization.

SLGA retail store auction nets province over $45 million

By John Cairns, SASKTODAY.ca

REGINA - The auction of 35 Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority retail liquor permits has netted a multi-million-dollar windfall for the prov-

ince’s coffers. The province reports that bids totalled $45,077,800 for the auction, which was conducted online at the McDougall Auctions website. The auction process began Feb. 6 and the

permits were auctioned off in six groupings over periods of ten days each.

The final auction for the sixth and final group of six retail permits was completed on the afternoon of Feb. 24.

As for the price tags of the winning bids submit-

ted, it ranged from a low of $450,000 in Carlyle to $3,270,000 in La Ronge. The La Ronge permit auction drew considerable attention as the municipal government had been one of those putting in a bid, but the town has confirmed their bid was not successful.

The majority of winning bids in the auction came in at over a million dollars. The average winning bid price for the 35 bids was $1,287,937.14.

“We are pleased to see these auctions come to a successful conclusion,” said Minister

Responsible for SLGA

Lori Carr in a statement.

“The incredible amount of interest means that we will have additional revenue to put toward the high-quality public services we all enjoy.”

The next step is for all the winning bidders to begin the process to apply for the retail store permits and be officially licensed to operate.

According to the province, prospective retailers must meet all SLGA licensing requirements to hold a permit. Timelines for issuing permits will vary, and

will depend on how soon those bidders meet all their application requirements, secure locations and hire staff, among others. The bidders have 18 months to obtain their permit and open up.

The 35 retail permits were offered for bid to replace 34 publiclyowned SLGA stores and one previously closed store in Saskatoon. The province is reporting 27 of the 34 SLGA stores are now closed, with the final seven stores set to close by the end of the day March 11.

RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty Wins Top Transactions in Western Canada Award

RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty has been recognized with the Top Transactions Western Canada Award (Small Market) for total transaction sides closed in 2022. This is the second year in a row that RE/ MAX Blue Chip Realty has been recognized for this achievement.

“All of our agents’ tireless dedication to helping members of our community find the right home has allowed

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our office to achieve this high honour,” said Robert and Glen Kozak, Broker/Owners of RE/ MAX Blue Chip Realty.

“We are one of a select few RE/MAX offices across the country to be given this award and we’re extremely proud of the collective recognition for our agents’ hard work and dedication.”

RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty has 22 agents serving all areas of Saskatchewan. We

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Continued from Page A1 swing a golf club.

That’s a huge accomplishment considering when he began physiotherapy he couldn’t sit on the edge of his bed and reach out and touch a piece of paper held by his therapist.

“I missed it over and over. I was so mad,” he said, but he kept at it. No matter what the situation, Straschnitzki said “you are more than capable of achieving your goals . . . with perseverance anything can happen.”

So the next step is Team Canada.

“At the end of the day I’m an athlete. I want to get back to hockey. It’s so

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much of who I am,” said Straschnitzki.

Four months after the accident he was on the ice on a sled, and asking himself, “how far can I take this sport?”

How far is yet to be determined, but Straschnitzki has new dreams.

“I continue to work on it. Hopefully I’ll win a medal one day,” he said.

Again it’s about mindset and knowing “there is a light at the end of the tunnel,” he said, adding that is something coaches, teammates and family have helped instil in him for years.

“Determination is playing through the hard times,” he said, adding “when life gets tough” it’s time “to continue to work hard, to persevere.”

Up Front

Knives reflect mountain man skills

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

Joe Lozinski makes knives, rustic knives harkening back to the days of the mountain man.

“I read about the early mountain men and trappers,” he said

while manning a table at the Yorkton Gun Show Saturday.

Lozinski said the men headed into the mountains with a muzzloader rifle, some traps and the hope of making some money – beaver pelts were as valuable as gold at times.

If they lost a knife, something that happenened often, even to Lozinski this past fall, the mountain had to improvise.

But, there weren’t many sources of high grade, tempered steel. One handy source was the spring in the traps

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Varied wares

The Yorkton Gun and Collectables Show was held on the weekend with varied displays from mounted heads to bleached skulls, antler art and of course firearms.

Staff photos by Calvin Daniels

Joe Lozinski makes knives from reclaimed metals such as trap springs.

Common sense prevailed when firearms amendments were dropped

David Willberg Estevan Mercury

The federal government made the right move in repealing amendments to Bill C-21, but the changes should have never been introduced in the first place.

Those who have been lobbying against the proposed amendments to the federal government’s Bill C-21 handgun ban received some good news late last week, when the feds announced it was scrapping the baffling changes.

The amendment would have added even more firearms to the list of those banned in Canada, making criminals out of many more Canadians. And it would have enshrined the changes within the Criminal Code, which would have made it much more difficult for future governments to change.

Granted, there were a lot of people opposed to Bill C-21, too, and they would want to see that legislation scrapped, too, but when it comes to dealing with the feds, you have to take every victory you can get.

The amendments to Bill C-21 seemed doomed from the start. Not only was it viewed by many as onerous and overbearing, but the federal government found itself finetuning the changes.

It seemed lost on certain people within the federal government that far more Canadians will use a firearm as a tool than as a weapon on a daily basis.

You have to wonder how much taxpayer money was wasted on discussing and studying these amendments. How much time did MPs waste on discussing these changes with constituents, listening to lobbyists, researching the issue and attending committee meetings?

Perhaps the Liberal backbencher who brought the amendments forward should repay some of the money that went towards this government waste.

Firearm ownership is one of those issues that requires the government to find a balance. An overly restrictive isn’t going to work. All you’re going to do is make responsible, honest gun owners criminals when they have done nothing wrong.

And you won’t stop people from getting guns if they really want them, and using them for illegal purposes.

Ban all firearms? That’s absurd, although there are some out there clueless enough to suggest such a concept.

But you can’t go too far in the opposite direction, either. All you have to do is look at our neighbours to the south to see what happens when the firearm laws are too permissive.

It’s one of those challenges that stares every government in the face.

Bill C-21 in and of itself goes too far, and these amendments would have been worse.

For example, the alterations to C-21 would have banned any rifle or shotgun that could accept a magazine with more than five rounds, whether it actually has such a magazine or not. And it also intended to ban long guns that generate more than 10,000 joules of energy, or any gun with a muzzle wider than 20 millimetres.

Many firearms would have eventually become illegal.

I’m sure it would have made certain urbanites happy to have all these additional firearms banned. I’m sure they want even more on the banned list. These people don’t understand that a gun can be a tool. And I’m guessing that a lot of them think hunting should be illegal.

These people don’t know anything about rural areas.

And while most of our population is now concentrated in large urban settings, a government has to do better than just buckle to the whims of those who live in big cities.

The amendments drew concerns from rural residents and Indigenous people. The opposition NDP and Bloc Quebecois were also opposed to the measures, which effectively killed the changes. Of course, the opposition Conservative Party was also opposed.

As I’ve said before, I’m not a gun owner. I likely never will be a gun owner. Given my eyesight issues, it’s likely in everyone’s best interests that I not operate firearms or go hunting. And I can think of other things I’d rather have for displays or collections, such as artwork or books.

(Becoming a collector of military items fascinates me, which would cause me to own guns for display purposes tune. But then I’d need a much larger condo).

I believe that people have the right to have firearms, within reason. There needs to be some limitations, within reason. There are some firearms that the average citizen has no need to own, regardless of purpose.

But my list of firearms for the banned list would be much smaller than the federal government’s.

I doubt that this is the end of this debate, and the feds might try to reintroduce some amendments. If they do, we’ll be in for this unnecessary discussion all over again.

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Editorial◆ Community still supports good causes

Every day we can find stories reflecting higher costs we as consumers are facing.

Property taxes are rising 3.93 per cent in Yorkton, and it was stated at a regular meeting of Council various fees are going up too as the city looks to maintain current levels of service at a time inflation is taking a bite out of its budget too.

Ashley Stradeski – Director of Finance with the city in presenting the budgets earlier this year suggested Yorkton residents would see at least some of the city’s fees for services rise as well in 2023 as another way to deal with increasing costs.

“This year is an interesting one. Just like everyone we’re (the city) facing huge increases in costs,” he said.

For example, inflation for the year has been sitting around the seven per cent or higher mark, and this affects all of the goods and services the City requires to operate, explained Stradeski.

And it doesn’t take long in a grocery store to realize food costs are higher than even a few months ago.

It means tightening the financial belt for most of us.

Yet, when there is a good cause worthy of support the dollars seem to be there.

This past weekend the Yorkton Kinsmen Club delivered more than $46,000 to this year’s Telemiracle. It was part of more than a total of $5.5 million raised in the 46th year of the telethon.

With this year’s donations added, the total raised by Telemiracle since 1977 is more than $158 million.

It’s understandable Telemiracle does well as all its proceeds stay in Saskatchewan and are granted through the Kinsmen Foundation for specialized medical and mobility equipment, assistance with medical travel, and new and innovative health care equipment. The Foundation typically receives over 1,000 applications for assistance annually.

Closer to home in a sense, this past weekend was also the 46th annual Snowarama event.

This year 160 riders raised $194,070 for Camp Easter Seal, Summer Fun, and Adaptive Technology Services.

The interesting thing about Snowarama is how, even after all these years, it sees new efforts arise to raise dollars.

Last year was the first for the Arizona Desert Chapter which includes past Snowarama riders, who rallied friends to raise funds and ride their motorcycles in support of Camp Easter Seal. They were back at this year raising more than $65,000.

And, new this year was the Bowlarama for Snowarama event. Bowlarama involved individuals who participate in Easter Seals programs. Eleven teams and 41 bowlers showed their support by raising pledges and bowling. $12,454 was raised at this inaugural event.

Somehow we as a community, both as a city and province, know that there are those who need some help, and when good causes such as Telemiracle and Snowarama come asking we find a way to help – which is what makes a community.

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KNIVES

Continued from Page A3 they used. Lozinski decided to trying crafting such a

blade, and while suggesting it was nothing special, when a buddy saw it he wanted one.

And then a friend of a friend asked for one and suddenly Lozinski was a knifemaker.

The process is actually rather straight forward. A trap spring is straightened, the knife shape cut out, and then is heat treated. The rest is getting a cutting edge and adding a handle.

“They’re the easiest of what I’m doing now,” said Lozinski, who has branched out to making more than trap spring blades.

But the trap spring knives hold a special place for Lozinski.

“It’s a link with the past,” he said, adding it’s also fulfilling to make something useful out of an old trap.

As much as Lozinski enjoys making knives it is still very much a hobby, one he enjoys pursuing in what he terms his off season – that time of year where he isn’t hunting, or trapping.

Lozinski said his interest in hunting and especially trapping began as

Yorkton Chamber of Commerce to Conduct Survey

The Board of Directors of the Yorkton Chamber of Commerce wants to hear from its members on some issues facing the business community.

A survey will be sent to the membership the week of Feb. 27.

“The Board has identified some issues and it wants to hear what our Chamber members think of these,” said Vanessa Andres, President of the Yorkton Chamber. “It’s important that we have an understanding of how

these issues affect our local businesses in order for us to effectively advocate for them.”

The survey consists of five questions relating to government legislation that will likely cost the taxpayer in order to implement or maintain.

As many businesses are struggling with higher interest rates and inflation, the Directors of the Yorkton Chamber want to know how the legislation is affecting our business community.

Juanita Polegi,

a youth growing up on a small farm between Ituna and Balcarres.

“My family hunted and trapped from the time they got here from Ukraine,” he said, adding the original settlers in his family were amazed they could actually harvest animals on their land, something not allowed in Ukraine.

“They thought (here) was just the best place in the world.”

So when Lozinski was young he took up the challenge when he was nine.

“I wanted a gun and my parents wouldn’t buy it,” he said.

A trapline was a way to earn some money.

“I trapped 12 muskrats,” recalled Lozinski, adding he prepared the pelts and sent them off to the Saskatchewan Fur Marketing Board.

When he got the cheque it was enough money to buy the coveted .22 single shot, and a box of bullets.

“I was king of the world,” he said. “ . . . I was stoked.”

Lozinski said he spent the summer doing odd jobs just to buy more traps, adding he made good money back then trapping.

In a way he was following in the footsteps of the mountain men who turned to trapping as a way to make money too.

“It was an opportunity for a young guy with nothing to make his way in the world,” said Lozinski.

While Lozinski would step away from trapping to pursue various jobs when a friend called in 2007 asking him to go hunting muskrats – worth $10 apiece at the time –he was back into it.

Executive Director of the Chamber indicated the responses will be tallied and collated but the identity of the respondents will be kept confidential.

“The opinions of our members are valued and we will keep their individual responses confidential,” she said.

The purpose of the Yorkton Chamber is to be “the voice of Yorkton and district business community” and represents over 450 members.

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Most popular baby names in Saskatchewan for 2022

A list of the top 20 baby names for 2022 was released by eHealth Saskatchewan today. In 2022 Olivia was the most popular name for baby girls for the eighth year in a row. The second most popular girl name was Amelia, marking a dramatic come-back from eighth place in 2021. Noah was the most popular name for baby boys for the second year in a row year, just edging out long-time favourite Liam.

As of data published February 13, 2023, there were 60 baby girls named Olivia, followed by Amelia, Emma, Ava, Lily and Sophia. There were 58 baby boys named

Noah in 2022, followed by Liam, Leo and then tied in the next two spots are Jack and Lucas, and Benjamin and Theodore. Some new names made the top 20 list. Mia is back on the girls’ list, this time at number 15 - only debuting on the top 20 list once before in the last 10 years, back in 2013. Walker is at number 12 and Beau is at number 16 on the list of boy names. The girls’ list saw some drop-offs from 2021.

Baby girl names that did not carry over to the 2022 top 20 list were Harper, Aria, Avery and Nova.

More than one-third of the most popular baby boy names from 2021

didn’t reappear on the 2022 top 20 list: Grayson, Jackson, Henry, Brooks, Bennett, Emmett and Rhett.

There were 12,802 live births registered in Saskatchewan as of February 13, 2023. The final count is anticipated to be completed in March. The number of live births registered in 2021 was 14,559.

* Please note that these are preliminary lists created with live birth data up to February 13, 2023. eHealth is still completing the birth registrations from the remainder of December 2022. The final lists are anticipated to be completed in March. — Submitted

“When I retired in 2016 I got really back into it,” he said.

Various handmade knives including a skinner below, a trap spring petter above right, and trap spring skinner below right.

Request for Proposals

Name of Proposal: Deer Park Golf Course & Kinsmen Arena ATM Services

Proposal must be received before 2:00 p.m. on March 8, 2023.

Proposal will be received through the City of Yorkton’s e-bidding system at www.biddingo.com/yorkton

Details of Proposal:

The City of Yorkton is requesting proposals from interested vendors for the supply of ATM services at the Deer Park Golf Course and Kinsmen Arena.

Specifications are available at: Online at www.biddingo.com/yorkton

Proposal shall remain open for acceptance by the City and irrevocable for thirty (30) calendar days following the date specified for closing.

Proposals received after the date and time specified for closing will be marked late and returned unopened.

Contact Person Enquiries regarding the proposal procedure and particulars can be directed to:

Taylor Morrison

Gallagher Centre General Manager

Recreation & Community Services City of Yorkton

Phone: 306-786-1740

Email: parksandrec@yorkton.ca

The City reserves the right to reject any or all tender. Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted.

General InquIrIes: 306-786-1700

March 1 - March 7, 2023

Next Council Meeting

Monday, March 6, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

Request for Tenders

Name of Proposal: Deer Park Golf Course Clubhouse Sound System

Components RFT

Tender must be received before 2:00 p.m. on March 10, 2023.

Tender will be received through the City of Yorkton’s e-bidding system at www.biddingo.com/yorkton

Details of Tender:

The City of Yorkton is requesting tenders from interested vendors for the supply and installation of sound system components.

Specifications are available at: Online at www.biddingo.com/yorkton

Proposal shall remain open for acceptance by the City and irrevocable for thirty (30) calendar days following the date specified for closing.

Proposals received after the date and time specified for closing will be marked late and returned unopened.

Contact Person

Enquiries regarding the proposal procedure and particulars can be directed to:

Taylor Morrison

Gallagher Centre General Manager

Recreation & Community Services

City of Yorkton

Phone: 306-786-1740

Email: parksandrec@yorkton.ca

The City reserves the right to reject any or all tender. Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted.

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In 2022, Canada celebrated the Platinum Jubilee of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, marking her 70th anniversary on the Throne. She was Canada’s longest reigning Sovereign and the first to celebrate a platinum jubilee. To help mark this historic milestone, the City of Yorkton was invited to participate in the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal Program. The City recognized 15 very deserving recipients at an investiture ceremony at the Gallagher Centre on January 27, 2023:

1. The late Allan Bailey (posthumous) – Business Commerce

2. Larry Pearen – Volunteer Service

3. Terry Popowich - Agriculture

4. Leone Ottenbreit – Volunteer Service

5. Tony Hayden - Sports

6. Darcy Zaharia -Sports

7. Dick DeRyk – Business/Commerce

8. Bruce Thurston - Volunteer Service

9. The late Gene Krepakevich (posthumous) - Education

10.Edward Magis – Volunteer Service

11.Donna Liebrecht – Volunteer Service

12.Brittany Johnson – Volunteer Service

13.Susanne Mitchell - Sports

14.Colleen Haider – Volunteer Services

15.Glen Tymiak - Education

The public was asked to submit nominations for the medals, which were adjudicated by the City’s Civic Recognition Awards Committee. Eligible recipients were required to be Saskatchewan residents, have made a contribution to Canada, Saskatchewan, and particularly Yorkton; and had to have been alive on February 6, 2022, the 70th anniversary of Her Late Majesty’s accession to the Throne. The City of Yorkton is proud to recognize these deserving individuals with this historic commemorative medal.

The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan) is a circular medal 32 mm across, struck in copper and plated with nickel, and suspended from a ribbon using a new arrangement of the blue, red and white colours found on the other four medals issued during Her Majesty’s reign in 1953, 1977, 2002 and 2012. The blue represents Canada’s three seas, with the red and white being the national colours of Canada as taken from the National Flag and Royal Arms of Canada. The white is also a representation of platinum, and the medal commemorates the Platinum Jubilee.

March 1 - March 7, 2023

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Monday, March 6, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

The front (obverse) of the medal features the crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II with her Canadian Style and Title, also used for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. The back (reverse) of the medal bears the Saskatchewan Shield of Arms with the Queen’s Royal Cypher and dates of the reign at the top, separated by a pair of western red lilies (the provincial flower), and the phrase VIVAT REGINA (“Long live The Queen”) at the base. Recipients also received a certificate.

The Lieutenant Governor General the Honourable Russ Mirasty presented the medals to the recipients chosen by the city along with recipients chosen by the MLA and from SARM on January 27/23. For more information on the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal Program (Saskatchewan) visit www.yorkton.ca/news

Governor of Saskatchewan

Left Column Gladys Krepakevich (for the late Gene Krepakevich), Boyd Bailey (for the late Allan Bailey), Tony Hayden, and Susanne Mitchell with Tom Seeley, (Civic Recognition Committee member) and Mayor Mitch Hippsley.

Right Column Dick DeRyk, Edward Magis, and Donna Liebrecht.

Top to Bottom with His Honour the Honourable Russ Mirasty, S.O.M., M.S.M., Lt. Governor of Saskatchewan

Left Column Glen Tymiak, Larry Pearen, Leone Ottenbreit, Darcy Zaharia Right Column Brittany Johnson, Terry Popowich, Colleen Haider, Bruce Thurston

Top to Bottom with His Honour the Honourable Russ Mirasty, S.O.M., M.S.M., Lt.

Canyon promoting biography on new tour

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

When George Canyon takes to the Anne Portnuff Stage Friday, March 3, he will be doing more than providing a country music concert.

Canyon, who has had a 35-year career in Canadian country music, will also be promoting his recently released biography ‘My Country.’

So why write a biography on a career which is clearly still ongoing, albeit a successful one.

Canyon has won countless accolades and awards, including Juno Awards, CCMA Awards, and ECMA Awards to name a few. He has been inducted into the Nova Scotia Country Music Hall of Fame, recorded 12 albums, and was recently presented a certified Platinum Award for his debut album ‘One Good Friend’.

“I was asked about doing one 10-12 years ago,” Canyon told Yorkton This Week “I just didn’t feel it was the right time.”

But with a decade passing, Canyon said the idea of penning his story seemed more appropriate, with 35 years to look back on.

Still, Canyon said it might not have happened had COVID not put travelling to perform on the backburner, leaving time to tackle the project.

“COVID gave me time to write it,” he said.

Well, Canyon sort of wrote it.

Canyon said he is used to penning songs, but a book was a different experience. So while he did pen a few chapters, he said he also employed a ghost writer -- Michael Hingston.

That decision allowed him to tell his story in what was a more familiar way.

“I was able to sit in the studio and talk into a microphone,” he said.

It was a process not so unlike the many interviews Canyon has given through the years. He told his story, and Hingston turned it into chapters.

Canyon said he was very happy with Hingston’s work.

“He was really able to capture ‘my voice’,” he said.

The resulting book was ultimately both gratifying and a surprise to Canyon.

“It definitely was surprising to me, just actually reading the book, what I had spoken. It was some

kind of cool,” he said.

But, it also wasn’t an easy read.

“He (Hingston) would send back a chapter, but I couldn’t read them,” said Canyon, adding it was difficult reading about his life.

Eventually of course

he did read the story.

“I narrated the audio book. It was very emotional when you’re reading about your highs and lows,” he said.

The concert in Yorkton will offer some new material too.

“I did a record that

goes with the book,” said Canyon.

Canyon said being out promoting the book and recording with shows has “been a lot fun.”

It’s also changed the dynamic of performer and fan, at least for those who have read the book.

Canyon said he has had fans mention, “’I know so much about you now.’”

The fan now has far more insight into Canyon’s life.

“It’s very different. There’s a new level of intimacy,” he said.

Preeceville bed push continues tradition

The Preeceville Hospital’s annual bed push for TeleMiracle

raised $5,225 on Feb. 16.

The bed push began in 1986 and throughout the years the bed push has surpassed over $215,000 in fundraising. The first year, the bed push faced some challenges with the small wheels on the original bed. The small wheels would get caught in the railroad tracks and would be very difficult to get out. “We have evolved and made necessary adjustments and continue to use the same

bed we used today,” said a previous organizer.

Some of the Long Term Care residents came over from the LTC to see the group off and encourage them as they set off walking down the street.

“This year, due to a small volunteer group, we had the bed pulled behind a truck. We want to recognize all the people who make this yearly event possible, including the individuals who walked behind the bed from Preeceville to Sturgis and to those who

are behind the scenes,” said Sharon Draper, organizer.

“Participants left the hospital grounds on Feb. 16, determined to continue the annual tradition of the bed push,” she said. “They were escorted by the Sturgis and District Fire Rescue Unit and followed by the Sturgis Fire truck. The rescue units’ flashing lights and siren signalled to motorists of the bed push in progress. After canvassing in Preeceville, the entourage made its way along

the highway to Sturgis where stopping motorist gave generously. We would like to thank everyone for being very generous in giving donations. I would also like to remind people on the highway to slow down when they see an emergency vehicle,” she added.

Those who participated in this year’s event were: Cheryl Walker, Sharon Draper, Keri Firman, Kim Rose, Marina Soltys, Amie Coleman and Megan Morton. Lccia Chalupiak, Corey Killniak and

Joel Kolodziejak from Preeceville Mackenzie Centre also joined in the event this year.

Brad Secundiak, Daniel Wasylenchuk and Ryan Yacyshyn from the Sturgis Volunteer Fire Department drove the fire and rescue units that escorted the volunteers.

The group had collected donations at the hospital before they canvassed in the town of Preeceville and along the highway to Sturgis from passing motorists.

The Sturgis Kinsmen and Kinettes MiniMiracle

made its presentation to TeleMiracle in Saskatoon that included the total amount raised in the Preeceville Hospital bed push. “We couldn’t do this event year after year without the continued support of the Preeceville Hospital, Lions Hostel staff and families, friends and most important of all, the support and generosity of the community,” Draper said. “The generosity of people and how it all comes together amazes me every year.”

Yorkton selected for Saskatchewan’s new online school regional campuses

Students accessing courses online through the new Saskatchewan Distance Learning Corporation (Sask DLC)

opening this fall will have the opportunity to connect and receive instruction from local teachers at one of ten locations

Though dogs communicate with whines, barks and growls, they more frequently rely on body language to express their emotions and intentions. Deciphering your pooch’s postures, facial expressions and other physical gestures is a key part of communicating with them. Here’s how to recognize three basic emotions in your pup.

1. EXCITEMENT

When dogs want to play, they raise their tail and lower their front end by bending their forelegs. They also erect their ears and open their mouth in the shape of a smile. This behaviour may be accompanied by exci ted barking and playful advances and retreats.

2. FEAR Thunderstorms, strange places and a variety of other situations can frighten dogs. They tend to express this emotion by placing their tail between their hind legs and flattening their ears. They may also curl back the corners of their mouth and pucker their muzzle. Additionally, a scared canine’s hackles may be raised.

3. AGGRESSION

Dogs may become aggressive if an intruder ventures into their territory. Indications that they may act aggressively include raised hackles, a tail that’s straight and pointed backward, and legs that are straight and rigid. In addition, they may bend their ears forward and show their teeth.

If you pay close attention, you’ll realize your dog is communicating with you all the time using a variety of signals. By learning what your pooch is saying, you’ll develop a closer bond and be better able to predict their behaviour.

across the province, in addition to connecting virtually.

With the main Sask DLC office located out

of Kenaston, nine additional regional campuses will be established in the communities of Estevan, La Ronge, Moose Jaw, Neilburg, Nipawin, Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Swift Current and Yorkton. “These locations will provide access to quality online learning for students around the province as well as opportunities for teachers to collaborate to support students learning,” Education Minister Dustin Duncan said. “Students will have the option to receive support virtually or in person from these regional campuses.”

Teachers will run classes from the main Sask DLC office or from the regional campuses and work collaboratively to provide high quality education to all students. Students will have the

choice to attend the Sask DLC as a full-time or parttime student. Students will register with the new school and then be connected to their local school division, which will provide tuition to the Sask DLC.

School divisions, together with the Sask DLC, will provide local support for students such as educational assistants, speech-language pathologists, and counsellors. School divisions will also provide student activities such as driver’s license training, graduation ceremonies and extracurricular activities, including arts and sports.

The government is also pleased to announce Darren Gasper will serve as the Sask DLC Chief Executive Officer. He is currently seconded from Sun West School Division to assist with this initiative and has more than

27 years of experience in the education sector, including expertise in online learning.

Student registration for the new provincial online school will be available in April. The Ministry of Education has initiated discussions with education unions and stakeholders. The Ministry will work with Sask DLC management to commence recruitment for positions at the main office and regional campuses beginning in March this year.

Students of the Sask DLC will have access to a wide variety of courses, with classes from Kindergarten to Grade 12 as well as a variety of high school electives such as Autobody, Agricultural Equipment Technician, Field Crop Production, Forensic Science, Cow/ Calf Production and Exercise Science, among others. Adult students wishing to complete their Grade 12 or take additional electives will be able to do so at the Sask DLC as well.

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Information updates will continue to be provided at saskatchewan. ca/residents/educationand-learning/prek12-education-early-learning-and-schools/onlinelearning.

George Canyon has a new biography out.

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Disseminating information in different ways

It was some time ago that a press release arrived in the mailbox announcing a veterinary professor at USask was launching a bovine health podcast. The release caught my attention because it reminded how dramatically the dissemination of information to agriculture producers has changed over recent years. I grew up following my dad to occasional farm meetings and field days, and always went home with a rather thick stack of pamphlets and fact sheets, which I would dutifully file away in binders in case dad needed to look up something.

To be honest, even when I was old enough, I read only an occasional leaflet, and I doubt dad read many more. They became a bit like a mini encyclopedia, looking nice on a shelf, but rarely accessed.

The speakers of course were listened to, although I often had the thought dad learned as much, and enjoyed the conversations over coffee with fellow producers. Flash forward a decade or so and I’ve moved away from the farm to cover the ag sector as a journalist.

The job meant spending a lot of days at farm meetings where pro-

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ducers still gathered to listen to speakers. It was a sharing of information, and a chance to get off the farm for a few hours which in itself is a positive. It is sometimes hard to distance oneself from the issues of farm business when you can see the combine out the living room window.

But in recent years the number of meetings has dwindled –although ironically there is one in Yorkton this week.

Still the trend is to hold less meetings to share information because there are other ways to accomplish that today. The Internet has

allowed for unparalleled connectivity, and that means webcasts and YouTube videos, blogs and of course podcasts have largely taken over in terms of getting information to producers.

The evolution was given a further boost when COVID hit and the idea of meeting via Zoom became normalized.

It makes good sense, at least for the most part.

There is a time saving aspect as producers need not travel, and since anyone with Internet can join in, the chance to interact with a larger audience exists.

The meeting can be recorded and becomes an accessible resource too.

So a veterinary podcast is a solid vehicle to share information.

But the element lost is the coffee and donuts which was the time for farmer-to-farmer sharing.

Sure at times that might have meant discussing a recent Hockey Night In Canada tilt, but it was also the time to talk about problems, and maybe solutions to farm issues. That interaction with fellow farmers should not be discounted, but the opportunities are certainly fewer today.

Crop Insurance Program for 2023 unveiled

Federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister

Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit have announced details of the 2023 Crop Insurance Program.

“Through improvements to the Crop Insurance Program, Saskatchewan farmers continue to get coverage they can count on,” said Bibeau. “We encourage farmers to use risk management tools to help them minimize the economic effects of production losses caused by natural hazards.”

“As we look forward to the 2023 growing season, I want to acknowledge the drive and resilience Saskatchewan farmers and ranchers continue to show year after year,” Marit said. “We had some rough years and while last year was a step forward, there were still very dry areas in the West side of the prov-

ince and Crop Insurance responded with quick action on claims. That is why it’s important for producers to evaluate their current risk management options and ensure they have the right coverage for their farm.”

Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) continues to provide Saskatchewan producers with higher Crop Insurance coverage. The average coverage for 2023 is at a recordhigh level of $446 per acre, due to increased commodity prices and yield coverage. With this increased coverage and higher insured prices, the average total premium is $14.79 per acre, an increase from $12.05 in 2022.

Starting in 2023, Crop Insurance customers will see an Individual Premium calculated for each crop they insure. Premiums are individualized based on a producer’s personal claim

history compared to the area risk zone. This adjustment (increase or decrease) from the base premium rate is calculated for each customer, and independently for each insured crop. This means, a producer’s claim on one crop does not impact their premium for a different crop. Premium Discounts and Surcharges previously used in the Crop Insurance Program are discontinued.

“It’s always good to review the program to ensure it continues to serve farmers and remains efficient,” SaskCanola Chair Keith Fournier said. “It is important for farmers to open their insurance packages, review their information and learn about their coverage options.”

Also effective for 2023, SCIC is increasing the maximum dollar coverage levels of the Unseeded Acreage

feature. While the minimum coverage remains the same at $50 per acre, additional Unseeded Acreage coverage levels are increasing to $75, $100 and $125 per acre. Unseeded Acreage coverage, included with all multi-peril Crop Insurance coverage, helps offset costs associated with summer fallow acres too wet to seed due to excessive spring moisture.

“We appreciate the ongoing commitment to Saskatchewan agriculture,” Saskatchewan Rural Municipality Association (SARM) President Ray Orb said. “The increases to unseeded acres coverage stands out as an example of SCIC listening and incorporating the concerns of our members.”

March 31, 2023, is the deadline to apply, reinstate, cancel or make changes to Crop Insurance contracts. Producers must also

select insured crops and coverage levels by this date. If no changes are made, a producer’s coverage will remain the same as last year. To make changes or discuss the different features and coverage levels, producers can contact their local SCIC office or call 1-888-935-0000.

While Crop Insurance provides coverage from seeding through harvest, AgriStability provides further coverage against uncontrollable events like rising input costs or falling commodity prices. For the 2023 program year, the AgriStability compensation rate will increase from 70 per cent to 80 per cent to better support farmers in times of need. This allows AgriStability to be more responsive when a farm experiences a large margin decline, providing additional compensation to address the operation’s financial shortfall.

SCIC offers a full suite

of business risk management programs, including AgriStability, Crop Insurance and Livestock Price Insurance and the Wildlife Damage Compensation and Prevention Program, to help mitigate risk for Saskatchewan producers.

For more information, call SCIC at 1-888-9350000 or visit scic.ca.

Crop Insurance is a federal-provincial-territorial Business Risk Management program under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership. Under Crop Insurance, premiums for most programs are shared 40 per cent by participating producers, 36 per cent by the Government of Canada and 24 per cent by the Government of Saskatchewan. Administrative expenses are fully funded by governments, 60 per cent by Canada and 40 per cent by Saskatchewan. — Submitted

Concerns raised over federal pesticide decision

The governments of Alberta and Saskatchewan are urging the federal Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) to reconsider its decision on a crucial insecticide for farmers.

The PMRA recently changed approved uses for lambda-cyhalothrin, an effective pesticide that many farmers rely on to control grasshoppers and flea beetles.

Among other changes, it can no longer be used for any crop that may end up as livestock feed and as a result, its manufacturers have pulled their products from Western Canada.

Due to a continued drought in some parts of Alberta and Saskatchewan, grasshoppers are again likely to be a significant concern in the 2023 growing season, and the PMRA’s deci-

sion leaves farmers with one fewer tool to address potentially destructive pests. It could also mean the inability for canola producers to sell their products as livestock feed which could impact availability for cattle and lamb producers. It could also impact total food production in a time of world food insecurity.

“At a time when our farmers are finally find-

ing their footing after a rough couple of years, this decision could set many of them back,” Alberta Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation Nate Horner said. “I urge the federal ministers and the PMRA to reconsider their decision and make it easier, not harder, for Alberta’s farmers to feed people in Canada and across the world.”

“Without access to effective insecticides, Saskatchewan producers are at risk of being placed at a competitive disadvantage and will be facing significant losses,” Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit said. “Saskatchewan supports industry’s calls for an extension to the lambdacyhalothrin re-evaluation decision to alleviate pressure on producers

and help ensure a stable supply of feed for livestock.”

“With extreme flea beetle pressure, hotspots for grasshoppers and cutworms across the prairies and forecasted outbreaks, the lambda-cyhalothrin decision could severely impact our yields, our livelihoods, feedstocks and food prices,” Alberta Canola Chair Roger Chevraux and SaskCanola Chair Keith Fournier said. “Lambdacyhalothrin has a significant market share, and it will strain farmers to source alternative products. The PMRA needs to base its decisions on sound science and be aligned with our largest trading partner.”

In 2019, the United States’ Environmental Protection Agency

removed restrictions on lambda-cyhalothrin’s use. The PMRA made the opposite decision, which has led to confusion about what will be done about livestock feed coming in from our largest trading partner.

Minister Horner and Minister Marit have written to the ministers of Health Canada and Agriculture and AgriFood Canada, outlining producers’ concerns and urging them to encourage the PMRA to reconsider its decision.

The prairie provinces’ farmers need a solution for the coming growing season. It is possible for the PMRA to enact an emergency reinstatement of the product’s use to ensure our farmers can use it for the coming growing season and give it time to make a more informed decision, but we would need that immediately.

To ensure western farmers have an effective solution for the coming growing season, the PMRA would need to enact an emergency reinstatement immediately, which would also give the agency time to make a more informed decision.

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Maulers miss playoffs but double wins

By Calvin Daniels and Tyson Off

YORKTON - The Maulers finish their season with a record of 16-25-0-3 for 35 points, and ninth place just outside the 18U AAA league playoffs.

“Obviously we would have liked to have done a lot better – you always want to be in the playoffs and be able to play hockey in March,” said Yorkton Maulers Head Coach, Darrel Mann, in an interview with Yorkton This Week.

“I definitely think we made some strides and doubled are wins up to 16 wins — 35 points —

but the big picture is you always want to be playing in the playoffs,” said Mann, noting that the team doubled their wins in comparison to last year.

“We kind of changed the culture a little bit – we’ve laid a foundation now and hopefully we can build on it,” said Mann, noting the team had “four or five” veterans and 15 rookies.

“Some nights it showed. The consistency thing was something that we had trouble with but in saying that I thought my time was definitely enjoyable – we made strides as a hockey team and hopefully that will

lead into next season where we can improve on it that much more.”

The Yorkton Secon Maulers played their final game of the 2022’23 season, as they hosted Estevan at the Westland Insurance Arena.

The visiting Bears opened the ledger with a goal by Cade Cole only 1:03 into action.

The Maulers then took over the period as Tyler Gudjonson tied the game at 2:20.

A powerplay goal by Edward Knittig at 4:47 gave the Maulers a 2-1 lead.

Alex Morrison added one at 9:26 to give Yorkton a 3-1 lead through 20-min-

utes of play.

The proverbial worm turned in the second period as the Bears roared back with three unanswered goals to take a 4-3 lead through 40-minutes of action.

Tristan Grohs started the comeback with a goal 2:34 into the frame.

Cole then scored his second of the contest to tie the game at three apiece. The goal came at 8:55.

A powerplay goal by Teigan Semchyshen with 1:42 left in the period was the go ahead marker for the Bears.

It looked like the score would hold as the game moved through the third

period, but then with 1:42 remaining Lucas Hvidston scored as the Maulers enjoyed a man advantage to tie the game 4-4. The tie game would hold through a fiveminute overtime, with the Maulers finally winning their season finale in the shoot-out 5-4.

Kaden Perron was in net for Estevan facing 32-shots in the loss.

Blake Sittler was in goal for Yorkton for the win facing 29-shots.

The two teams faced off Saturday as well.

The Bears broke out to a 2-0 lead through 20-minutes as Kole Keen scored both Estevan goals.

The middle period was one for the goaltenders, as neither team managed a goal.

In the third Lucas Hvidston put the home town Maulers on the board with a powerplay goal just 16 seconds in, but that would be the best Yorkton could muster in the game.

Riley Craigen and Easton Lee would add goals for the Bears, Craigen with a shorthanded effort and Lee into an empty net for a 4-1 win.

Riley Deck was in net for Estevan facing 35 shots in the win, while Wyatt Bouvier took the loss for Yorkton facing 25.

Terriers spend week on the road

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

The Yorkton Terriers were in another close contest Saturday as they visited Estevan.

Yorkton led 1-0 after 20-mintes on a goal by Brett Butz.

Owen Miley tied the contest 1-1 with the only marker of the middle stanza.

The Bruins edged ahead 44 seconds into the third period on a goal by Jagjeevan Phangura.

At 3:40 it was 3-1 as Owen Barrow scored for the home side.

Yorkton got back into contention when Greg Nelson scored at 9:52 making it 3-2.

But a Cody Davis insurance goal at 14:17 rounded out a 4-2 Bruin win.

Caleb Allen faced 38-shots in the loss for the Terriers, while Cam Hrdlicka faced 37 for the win for the Bruins.

Western swing

The Terries rolled into the Battlefords Tuesday evening to take on the high flying North Stars.

And for nearly half the game the Terriers played the SJ’s top team tough.

The North Stars managed the only goal of the first period, a powerplay effort by Kian Bell, his 45th of the season, with only 38 seconds left in the

frame.

Clay Sleeva tied the game for Yorkton 6:27 into the second period.

Unfortunately for the visitors the North Stars began to roll shortly after the Sleeva marker.

Steven Kessiering scored at 8:17, Zane Florence at 9:08, Bell at 10:57 and 14:19 – completing his hat trick – and it was 5-1 for the home side.

Dylan Ruptash added a powerplay marker for the Terriers at 15:25 to make it 5-2, but Jake Southgate responded at 18:25 for the Stars making it 6-2 through 40-minutes of action.

The Kian Bell show continued as he scored his second powerplay

effort of the game at 4:01, then added his second unassisted effort of the game at 11:37 for a five goal, six-point night as Battlefords won 8-2.

Tysen Smith started in net for Yorkton allowing six goals on 37 shots before being relieved by Caleb Allen who allowed two goals on 14 shots in the loss.

Josh Kotai was in net for the North Stars facing 37 shots.

Coming off the lopsided 8-2 loss in the Battlefords Tuesday, the Terriers were looking for a better result Wednesday in Kindersley.

And the Terriers did keep things closer.

In the first period Cohner Saleski put Yorkton on the board at 10:31, a goal sandwiched between a pair of Klipper efforts.

Nathan DeGraves had given Kindersley a lead at 5:46, with Alex Mack scoring at 11:17 for a 2-1 Klipper lead after 20-minutes.

The second period was one where the teams traded singles.

Terrier Dylan Ruptash scored 46 seconds in to tie the score 2-2.

But the Klippers edged ahead again on a goal by Logan Linklater.

The Terriers then found their offence clicking in the third period,

with three goals in 1:27. It started with a goal by Karsten Kruska scoring at 3:50.

At 4:06 Maddux Nollski scored to give Yorkton a 4-3 lead.

At 5:17 Greg Nelson added the Terriers fifth goal of the night. The Klippers made it interesting with a powerplay goal at 19:44 but that would be it as Yorkton got to head home with a 5-4 win.

Caleb Allen was in net for Yorkton facing 41-shots in the win, while Cody Jaman faced 31 in guarding the twine for the home side loss.

The Terriers will be back on the ice Tuesday hosting Flin Flon.

Knapp representing Sask. at 2023 Brier

When the 2023 Tim Horton’s Brier kicksoff March 3, a new face will be carrying Saskatchewan’s colours.

While a familiar face on curling ice in Saskatchewan the rink of skip Kelly Knapp, lead Trent Knapp, second Mike Armstrong, third Brennen Jones are making their debut as a foursome at the national championships.

The Knapp rink earned a trip to the Tankard with their recent provincial win in Estevan at the 2023 SaskTel Tankard.

Knapp defeated Steve Laycock’s, (formally of Saltcoats), rink 5-4 to claim the provincial title.

“We were feeling really good going in,” said Kelly Knapp, adding he has felt his own game as skip has come a long way this season.

“I think for me . . . getting that first year of skip under my belt last year was big.”

The national stage will be new for the Knapp team as a unit, and their skip knows that will mean some adapting on the fly.

“We know it’s going to be a bit of a building process,” he offered, adding get a win early in the event will be huge “to get a bit more confidence.”

As it happens the first game they play in the Ontario city will be against Manitoba champ Matt Dunstone who has represented Saskatchewan in the past.

Knapp said they are aware Dunstone will be one of the top teams going in . . . We know it’s going to be a challenging start for us.”

Knapp said in the opening game he isn’t suggesting a win is a must, but having a good game is.

“We want to put forward a really strong performance,” he said. Ultimately Knapp,

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ence for us.”

whose rink in based out of Regina, said they need to be at the top of their game at the Tankard.

“We’re going to have to play our best . . . It’s definitely going to take a full team effort to come out on top,” he said, adding when they do that they can compete with anybody. “We do feel when we’re at our best, we’re making most of our shots.”

That top game has been showing of late, said Knapp.

“Each one of us is shooting very well now,” he said. “. . . Of course it’s going to be a new experi-

That said the Tankard field is loaded with familiar names with resumes filled with success; Brad Gushue, Kevin Koe, Brendan Bottcher and Dunstone to name a few.

“We aren’t going to be intimidated by anyone,” assured Knapp, but it will also be something they need to be ready for.

In fact, Knapp said they need to be ready to focus on every team they face.

“There are no games that you can take lightly at the Brier,” he said, adding they need to “be focused and prepared . . .

“I think we’re just going to take it game-bygame.”

There is also an entire province of curling fans desperately wanting a win given a Saskatchewan rink hasn’t won the Brier since 1980.

“I think there certainly is pressure,” said Knapp, adding he appreciates the passion of Saskatchewan fans for the game, and their

desire for a win.

Knapp said recent success with Dunstone being close makes the desire to see a win keener too.

“I think Saskatchewan fans are feeling a little more anxious knowing how close we’ve been,” he said.

The 2023 edition of the Canadian men’s curling championship goes March 3-12 in London, Ont.

Kelly Knapp’s rink (left to right: lead Trent Knapp, second Mike Armstrong, third Brennen Jones, skip Kelly Knapp)

The Maulers won their final game of the season in a shootout against the Estevan Bears.

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Snowarama successful in year 46

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

The 46th annual Easter Seals Snowarama took place and it was a record breaking day.

This year’s edition of Snowarama raised $194,070 by 160 riders for Camp Easter Seal, Summer Fun, and Adaptive Technology Services.

Snowarama is a fundraising family friendly event that combines winter fun and community spirit in support of Easter Seals™ Saskatchewan.

“Easter Seals Sask works to enrich the lives of every individual experiencing disabilities in our province. Each year we provide services to children, youth, and adults, along with their families, through programs offered by SaskAbilities, owner and operator of Easter Seals Sask,” read an excerpt from

the event’s website.

That is the key for participants such as Bruce Peppler who has been helping or riding for about 40 years.

“It’s a really great cause,” he said as he handed in this year’s pledges. “I’ve been down to the camp a few times.”

It helps of course Peppler “enjoys snowmobiling,” but it’s more than that with Snowarama.

In fact, this year surgery prevents Peppler from riding, but he still raised money.

“It’s just for a really good cause,” he reiterated.

“We were excited to welcome back in-person 160 past and new snowmobile riders to the 46th Annual Snowarama. In addition, the Arizona Desert Chapter which includes past Snowarama riders, rallied friends to raise funds and ride their motorcycles in support of Camp

Easter Seal, Summer Fun, and Adaptive Technologies. Together they raised over $65,000”, said Aleks Hoeber, Regional Director of the Yorkton Branch in a release.

New this year was the Bowlarama for Snowarama event. Bowlarama involved individuals who participate in Easter Seals programs. Eleven teams and 41 bowlers showed their support by raising pledges and bowling. $12,454 was raised at this inaugural event.

“Every pledge raised, and the corporate sponsorships contribute to making a difference.” said Hoeber, “We are honored to announce the record breaking total of $194,070 that was raised to support of Camp Easter Seal, Summer Fun, and the Adaptive Technologies Services. The average cost of sending one individual to Camp Easter Seal is $1955. Thank you Yorkton riders and community for

sending close to 100 individuals experiencing disability to camp.”

The top three fundraisers were:

1) Kenn Propp raising $30,497

2) Rudy Flaman raising $27,468

3) Kevin Hrushka raising $15,474

“This event would not be successful without the hard work and commitment of the Snowarama Committee and the many volunteers who contribute countless hours.” added Hoeber. For more information on how to access or get involved with our Adaptive Technology Services, Summer Fun, and Camp Easter Seal call the local SaskAbilities office at 1-833-444-4126 or check out SaskAbilities Facebook page.

Platinum sponsors of the event include Legacy Co-op, Yorkton SnoRiders, Fox FM, GX94, CTV, Yorkton This Week, The Marketplace, Saskatchewan Snowmobiling Association

Arizona Desert Chapter which includes past Snowarama riders, rallied friends to raise funds and ride their motorcycles in support of Camp Easter Seal.

JUST - Clifford passed away peacefully at Regina General Hospital. We are so grateful for the excellent care he received. He was predeceased by his father William and mother Alvina Just (Neudorf) who he worshipped. Brother Gordon, sisters and husbands Emily Look (Reuben], Elsie Fiege (Albert), Martha Trithardt (Henry) and Adeline Kohlert (Leo). Nephews, Henry Fiege and Albert Just. Sisters-in-law Joyce Just and Gladys Just. Alice, Harold, Shirley, Keith and Glen

GORCHINSKI - It is with heartfelt sadness that the family announces the passing of Mary Gorchinski (nee Gelmich). Mom passed away peacefully on February 20, 2023 at the age of 100+ after a short stay at the Kamsack Nursing Home. She is lovingly remembered by her children, Monte (Pauline), Ken (Grace), Frances (Ross) Mark and Michael, six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, sisters Elizabeth (Alan) Willway and Rose (Don) Walters, several nieces and nephews and many friends, especially those residing at Fairview Arms in Yorkton. As per her wishes Mom was cremated. A full obituary and memorial service will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Westbrook Cemetery Fund (c/o Barbara Hutzul at P.O. Box 462 Theodore Sk. S0A 4C0) or https://www.canadahelps.org/en/ charities/kamsack-and-districtnursing-home-auxiliary/ To view and share photos, or share condolences and memories of Mary please visit baileysfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Bailey’s Funeral and Cremation Care, Yorkton.

PALEY - With profound sadness we announce the passing of our loving and devoted Mother, Grandmother, Friend. Marie Paley passed away on February 3, 2023 at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Home in Melville, SK. Marie was born to John and Jenny Kudlak January 29, 1928 at the Winnipeg Children’s Hospital. She is predeceased by her parents and her siblings Jack, Edward, Effie, Elizabeth and Rita. She is survived by her brother Albert, her three children Mervin (Georgina), Bonnie (Dwayne) and Grace (Ernie), stepson Ken Paley (Lorlee), seven grandchildren Tyler, Melissa (Levi), Landon, Logan, Treena (Darcy), Damon (Naomi) and Brenden and five great grandchildren; Everett, Devon, Briah, Owen and Ella. Marie was a dedicated Mother first and foremost. She treasured her children and embraced every moment with them. She especially loved her role as a Grandmother, Baba. Marie met the love of her life Nick Gawryluik in Winnipeg, MB they were married June 11, 1949 and started their new venture together. They settled on a farm north of Theodore, SK. But on October 6, 1964 Nick’s short life came to a tragic end in a farm accident. After the accident Marie and her three small children resided in the village of Theodore. In 1968 Marie remarried Fred Paley. Fred passed away in 1989, shortly after that Marie moved to Yorkton, where she lived until she was diagnosed with dementia and was moved to a care home in Melville. Marie was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking, sewing, knitting and gardening. She belonged to the Ukrainian Ladies Aid in Theodore for 49 years. Marie babysat many children and was known as grandma Marie. She loved to listen to hymn songs and you could guarantee she would have them playing on Sundays. Marie loved to share her life story’s and we never got tired of listening to them. She enjoyed her visits from her family and friends and her favourite place was in her kitchen where she ensured you never left hungry. Marie had love in her heart for everyone she met and if you needed a hug she would be the first to give you one.. Mom, we will always hold you tightly within our hearts and there you will remain, life has gone on without you, but it will never be the same. I’m sure when Mom got to Heaven’s gate she turned around and said “Di Bosha my friends, be kind to each other I am now free of pain”. A special thank you to all the staff at St. Paul’s Lutheran Home for all your kindness it wasn’t easy during COVID you had the toughest job. I remember one visit when a nurse let me in and when I told her who I visiting she said we just all love your Mom, she always had her earrings and bracelets on and when you passed her in the hallway she would reach for your hand and wish you a Merry Christmas. Everyday was Christmas for our Mom no matter what time of year during her dementia. The Funeral Service was held on Saturday, February 25, 2023 from Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Crystal Bailey, Certified Celebrant officiating. Words of remembrance were shared by Garry Gawryluik, Melissa Morley & Treena Cross. The interment was held in the Theodore Town Cemetery with Mervin Gawryluik as urnbearer. Memorial donations may be made to the Jim Pattison Hospital (103 Hospital Dr., Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W8) as gifts of remembrance. Condolences may be left for the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com.

Rest in Eternal Peace Mom

SENCHUK - Mrs. Elizabeth “Betty” Senchuk (nee Haverluk) wife of the Late John Senchuk of Yorkton passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023. She was 95 years of age. Betty was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Betty was born on January 16th on her family ranch near Belfield, North Dakota to Matthew and Martha Haverluk. Betty lived a full life and enjoyed meeting up with her friends and having a coffee. Betty also loved travelling and her daily beauty routine “It was better to be late than to arrive ugly”. Holding cherished memories of Betty in their hearts is her beloved family: Daughter Leah (Merv) Cushman and their daughters Amber Cushman, Sarah (Mike) Kozel: great-grandchildren Parker and Paige. Daughter Marlene Protz and her daughters Shawna Protz (Fred): great grandchildren Jesse; Daniel and Kelly; and Joedy (Mike) Hammer. Son Freddy Senchuk. Daughter Gail (Dave) Kluk, and their daughters Nikki Kluk, Dana (Curtis) Rhinas: great-grandson Rhett. Son Ken (Sherri) Senchuk. Also, daughters in her heart, Cheryl Bennewith (Jim Burns), their children Michelle Burns and Logan Burns; and Leigh Bennewith. Betty is survived by her only remaining and greatly cherished sister, Olga Reiter of Fargo, North Dakota, dear sister- in-law, Anne Haverluk of Fort Collins, Colorado, and special brother-in-law, Willie Hnatiuk. As well as several nieces, nephews and friends. Betty was predeceased by her Johnny in 1983, her parents; Matthew and Martha Haverluk, her sister Katherine (Christ) Hatzenbiler, brother Sam Haverluk, brother Fred (Oma) Haverkuk, sister Ann (Bill) Swetland, brother Nick (Pauline) Haverluk, brother George (Catherine) Haverluk, and brother-in-law Louie Rieter. The Prayer Service was held on Friday, February 24, 2023 preceded by the praying of the rosary by members of the U.C.W.L. Funeral Liturgy was celebrated on February 25, 2023 all from St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Yevhen Zadorozhnyi, C.Ss.R presiding. The Cross Bearer was Tammy Sandvig, words of remembrance were shared by Mike Hammer and Sherri Senchuk. The interment followed in the Yorkton City Cemetery with Gerald Wlock, Tyler Sandvig, Thomas Sandvig, Jesse Rousin, Curtis Rhinas and Greg Reiter serving as casket-bearers. The honourary casket-bearers were Wayne Senchuk, Richard Senchuk, Fred Sparrowhawk, Martin Wlock, Mike Kozel, Jim Burns and Peter Protz. Memorial donations may be made to the Telemiracle (2217C Hanselman Court Saskatoon, SK S7L 6A8) as gifts of remembrance. Messages of condolence may be shared at baileysfuneralhome.com. Arrangements were entrusted to Bailey’s Funeral Home, Yorkton.

BUCSIS - With sadness the family of Nellie Bucsis of Melville, SK announce her passing on Tuesday February 7, 2023 at the age of 93. Nellie Sievewright Bucsis was born on April 6, 1929, to Jack and Ina Barber. She grew up on the family farm near Springside, SK with her siblings and attended school in Springside. In her early 20s, Nellie worked at the Yorkton Airport Auxiliary Hospital for approximately 7 years. She met William (Bill) Bucsis through friends there. Nellie and Bill were married on July 24, 1958. They settled in the Otthon area and raised their 3 children - Sharon, Greg and Garth there on the family farm. Their farm was a true mixed farm with livestock, pigs, poultry, grain and a large garden, but Nellie’s passion was her livestock. The Bucsis home welcomed visitors and company - the coffee was always on and the food was plentiful. Nellie would put on a home cooked meal for everyone, including her delicious famous homemade bread. She made sure everyone ate first and she was always the last to eat. Nellie and Bill supported 4-H clubs, the Yorkton Exhibition Association, and they were members of the Yorkton Horseshoe Club. After they rented out the farmland and sold the cows, they had more time for socializing. They enjoyed meeting friends for coffee, attending supper functions, livestock auctions, and travelling to see family and friends. After Bill passed away in April 2014, Nellie moved into a retirement home in Yorkton and got reacquainted with old friends, while making new ones. She enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles and socializing. In August 2021, Nellie moved to St. Paul’s Nursing Home in Melville, and we would like to thank the staff for the care they provided to her. Nellie passed peacefully on February 7, 2023, at the age of 93 with Sharon, Greg and Garth by her side. She is survived by her children, Sharon, Greg (Kim), Garth (Dawn); her granddaughter Tanycia (Brody) and great-granddaughter Lacey as well as numerous family and friends. Rest easy mom, your work on earth is done and now it’s time to be with dad. A funeral service was held for Nellie on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 1:30 pm from the chapel at Christie’s Funeral Home in Yorkton. The service was livestreamed for those who were unable to attend. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made in Nellie’s memory to STARS Ambulance or to a charity of one’s choice.

PLAN OF THE WEEK

day to day But the love and memory Of you shall never pass away.

Miss you forever & always, Sharon, Kyle, Ashley, Brecken, Kaebryn Janelle, Greg & Jamie

In Loving Memory of Mary Chornawka who passed away March 5, 2022

One year ago, our hearts were broken, our eyes filled with tears, and our lives changed forever... losing a wife, mom and grandma was the most difficult time in our lives. We know you are with us, our guardian angel looking over us from up above.

We feel your presence, guiding us and sending messages. We hope you feel our love.

Always in our thoughts, & prayers, forever in our hearts. We love and miss you every day.

Jim, Brenda & Brad, Donna, Brad, Jaelynn & Jordan, Karen, Brad & Kayla, Patty, Bob, Devin & Megan, Craig, Brenda, Tanner & Haley

PLAN NUMBER 1-3674 ROOM FOR GROWING

FAMILY

The plans for this home include an unfinished basement, which could serve has extra storage space, more room for a growing family or a secondary suite for revenue.

The covered entry leads into a foyer with a coat closet ahead on the right. Across from the closet is an L-shaped stairway to the unfinished basement, separated from the great room by a half wall.

The great room, with sliding glass doors to a covered deck, includes a gas fireplace, making the room a magnet for family activities in the cooler months. The covered deck will be ideal for al fresco meals and year-round grilling.

appreciate the walk-in pantry and the L-shaped counter configuration, which will save steps.

Off the kitchen is the laundry room, which includes a shelf for sorting and folding. A coat closet will provide space for gear, and the doorway to the double garage means the laundry room can double as a mud room.

the entrance have brick bases, echoing the brickwork on either side of the garage door.

This home measures 40 feet wide and 65 feet, four inches deep. Ceilings are all nine feet high. Living space, not including the unfinished basement, totals 1,646 square feet.

Legal/Public Notices

BUSINESS CLOSING NOTICE –

A. GOODE UPHOLSTERY LTD.

Please be advised that due to the passing of Nelson Alfred Saunders, the owner and operator of A. Goode Upholstery, the business is currently being wound up. Clients who may have items currently held at the business premises of A. Goode Upholstery are required to pick up their items or make arrangements with the interim upholsterer by March 31, 2023 for completion of any required work that was to be done by A. Goode Upholstery. Any unclaimed items that remain will be kept in storage, by the Personal Representative, Sharon Saunders, for a period of 1 year commencing March 31, 2023. Any items that remain uncollected at the expiry of the 1-year period will be deemed abandoned and dealt with accordingly. Please contact the business directly by telephone at 306-782-1744 or attend at the business during the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. A. Goode Upholstery thanks you for your continued patronage over the years and for your cooperation in this matter. In addition to the above, if anyone happens to know where Nelson Saunders stored his 1971 Monte Carlo, please contact the business as indicated above.

Assessment Rolls

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL TOWN OF SPRINGSIDE

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Town of Springside for the year 2023 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the Assessor from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the following days:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (closed Wednesdays)

February 28, 2023 – March 28, 2023

A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. Any person who wishes to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the assessor at Town of Springside

18 Main Street, Box 414 Springside, SK S0A 3V0

A notice of appeal, accompanied by the $60.00 appeal fee, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be filed with the Secretary of the Board of Revision, Michele Cruise-Pratchler, ADR Institute of Saskatchewan, Centralized Board of Revision Services Inc., P.O. Box 328, Nokomis, SK, S0G 3R0 by the 28th of March, 2023.

Dated this 28th day of February, 2023.

Kathryn J. Novak Assessor

A large window in the open plan dining area looks out to the back garden. An optional buffet offers extra space for serving and storage.

The kitchen is divided from the great room and dining area by a work island with double sinks and space for the dishwasher. This will allow the after-meal clean-up crew to watch TV while they work. They will also

The master bedroom is reached through a square archway from the great room. Overlooking the back garden, it includes an ensuite as well as a spacious walk-in closet. The ensuite boasts a soaker tub in its own bayedout niche, as well as a shower stall. The double basins will ease the morning rush-hour. The two secondary bedrooms, also reached through a square archway, share a three-piece bathroom. Bedroom No. 3 has a built-in desk and bedroom No. 4 features an extra-wide window sill.

A linen closet is located near the entrance to the master bedroom.

Exterior finishes include wood siding with painted trim and brick accents. The gable ends are clad in wooden shingles and feature decorative brackets. The painted wood pilasters that flank

Plans for design 1-3674 are available for $855 (set of 5), $920 (set of 8) and $972 for a super set of 10. Also add $35.00 for Priority charges within B.C. or $60.00 outside of B.C. Please add H.S.T., PST, OR G.S.T (where applicable) to both the plan price and Priority charges.

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Pole walking benefits

As Anne Stupak and Karen Ransome continue their quest to show the benefits of walking with poles through their monthly clinics, walking with poles is becoming a common sight.

Certified urban pole Instructors Anne and Karen began teaching urban poling May of 2022 with clinics held at the Gallagher Center Flexihall Walking Track. Attendees get to try two different styles of poles and soon discover the benefits the poles offer. The simple act of walking becomes more upright, balanced and confident. We love to see the reaction that walking with poles creates in people. At first it’s hard to get the technique right but with practice it becomes more natural and comfortable.

Walking is the number

Long-time certified organic grain farm located 15 driving minutes north of Melville or 30 driving minutes (25 miles/40 km) southwest of Yorkton along Hwy 47 North has openings for experienced farm workers for the upcoming growing season. Must be reliable, highly motivated, display common sense and work well alone and with others. Knowledge of operating and maintaining farm equipment from the late 90’s/early 2000’s essential. Welding experience would be an asset. Part-time and full-time positions available. Competitive wages between $22.00 - $32.00 hr. based on experience and performance.

Retirees are also welcome to apply.

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one best way to keep fit and healthy, and walking with poles just makes the walk that much easier or more of a workout, depending on the pole used and the way in which it is used. There is a difference! From the Activator which is for balance and stability and walking assistance. The Urban Pole Series 300 is used to intensifies the full body workout that using 90% of your muscles can create. Both kinds of poles improve overall fitness and posture, increasing the strength in the core, back and arms, the pole lessens the load on the lower back, hips, knees, ankles and feet, Walkers feel they can walk further with less pain.

Bernie Wlock, a long time member of the Pacers Running club in Yorkton, attended the Urban Poling Clinic and found a different way to extend his active lifestyle by incorporating walking poles. Bernie, a Cancer Survivor and long time supporter of the Health

Foundation Charity Road Race, is now honored with a fundraiser event for the Brayden Ottenbreit Close Cuts for Cancer named ‘Bernie’s Journey’. This event is held on Father’s Day Sunday and invites runners and walkers to a 5k or 10k route starting and ending at the Yorkton Firehall where the Fire Services host a pancake breakfast for all the participants. Both events are near and dear to Bernie Wlock’s heart and continued participation in both is Bernie’s goal.

most part but also house a steel tip once the boot is removed to aid in walking on snow and ice. This past January with the walking tracks at both the Gallagher Center and Gloria Hayden free to the public the walkers took full advantage. The Yorkton Urban Poling Club meets regularly at 9 am Tuesdays and Fridays at the Gallagher Center Flexihall. Once the weather warms we will resume meeting outdoors for walks at the Logan Green Trails.

“We would also like to have our Urban Polers become involved in events like ‘Bernie’s Journey’ and the Health Foundation Charity Race where our walkers can take on the challenge of a 5k or 10k walk. But most of all we want to see our walkers come out for the socialbility and comradery of simply taking a walk together” Stupak commented.

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Bernie had observed a clinic while walking at the Flexihall and encouraged to try it he signed up for a clinic. Giving both styles a try and finding the Activator Poles comfortable, Bernie found his posture was straighter, his balance and breathing improved and he felt his core was engaged. The poles give a full body workout by using 90% of the body’s muscles rather than regular walking which only engages the lower half of the body or 50% of the body’s muscles. Bernie’s pace was increased and the overall feeling of getting a better walk has him glad he took the time to check out what this Urban polling was all about.

Karen and I are thrilled to see those that have taken to using poles, out on the track and even on milder days out on the trails in the City. The poles have the rubber boots to use for the

The two urban poling instructors Karen and Anne’s next clinic is scheduled on March 1st and March 22 being held at the Flexihall and starts at 1 p.m. Registration is open by calling 306-7861740. Class size is limited to 10 and poles are supplied and sold at the clinic.

Anyone interested in more information about urban poling or hosting a clinic in their area can email urbanpolingclub@ gmail.com

Karen Ransome

Bernie Wlock

God is present here and now, and he’s on the move

On Wednesday, Feb. 8,, an unassuming young pastor in white tennis shoes stepped onto the platform of Hughes Auditorium at Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky. Large letters on the square arch above him read, “Holiness Unto the Lord.”

“I’m back,” Zach Meerkeebs said. Students chuckled. Expressing his hope that God would move among them, he began to preach, speaking from Romans 12: 9-21. He punctuated his remarks with occasional humour, slideshow photos and earnest admissions of his own imperfections. He focussed strongly on love. On the importance of obeying Jesus’ command to love each other—and how impos-

sible it is to truly love until we realize how much Jesus loves us.

Asbury University (originally Kentucky Holiness College) was founded in 1890 by Pastor John Wesley Hughes, a Methodist evangelist. Hughes hoped to establish a high-quality educational institution where students could be taught by a godly Christian faculty that would lead students to “live daily a consecrated, holy life with warm hearts and cool heads…”

Asbury’s founder died on February 22, 1932. According to his tombstone, his last request was, “Tell the Asbury preachers to preach the whole truth and be true to the Bible.”

Sunny Side Up

It seems they did. In 1905, 1908, 1921, 1950, 1958, 1970, 1992 and 2006, the school experienced unusual outbreaks of God’s presence. The 1970 revival particularly had far-reaching cultural effects that reached deep into society.

Here’s the thing:

Apparently when Zach Meerkeebs left the platform on February 8th, he felt defeated. He texted his wife to tell her he’d be home soon;

that he’d just delivered “another stinker.” He told a friend he’d “totally whiffed” the sermon. But back at the chapel, students never moved. God did. Among those hundreds of Gen Zers, (referred to by sociologists as the most irreligious generation in US history) spontaneous prayers broke out. Confession and repentance. Reconciliation.

Pastor Zach had dared to invite God into

their midst, but no movement of God happens because of one person. Others had prayed over Asbury for decades, imploring God to restore faith and bring truth to each new generation of students.

The chapel service continued 24/7 for over two weeks. Classes were cancelled as students worshipped, praised and prayed. On February 18th, TikTok reported over 63 million views of the hashtag #asburyrevival. Spiritually hungry people began arriving at the campus from all four directions.

The University opened other buildings to house the non-stop response to God’s Spirit. Attendees reported miracles and healings. Frequent comments

mentioned that everything seemed so simple and quiet and orderly. No emotional manipulation. No weirdness. No maniacal laughter, or bizarre manifestations. Instead, a sane and holy awe. A beauty of holiness. A fragrance of Christ.

The fruit of this remarkable time has already changed lives. Changed lives will change our world. The wave keeps spreading. As praying Christfollowers invite God to move among them, campuses of many denominations, Protestant and Catholic, are experiencing similar moves of God.

God doesn’t watch from a distance. He is wherever you are. Pray. Invite. Obey. Love.

May long weekend 83 sleeps away

Can you believe that we are into March? It’s only 83 more sleeps until the May long weekend, the tradition ‘gardenplanting time’, but who knows, it could be earlier! Yes, gardening season is coming; I’m sure that gardeners everywhere are getting eager to “talk shop” as we look forward to spring, and here’s a nice chance to get together! Mark your calendar!

The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their first meeting of 2023 on March 15 at the Yorkton Public Library at 7:00 PM. Our special guest will be Dana from Mehan Flowers, and she’ll be telling us about growing specialty cut flowers, perfect for any occasion!

Come out, everyone is welcome! You don’t have to be a hort member to attend the presentation. Be watching our website, www.yorktonhort.ca, for new information about upcoming meetings.

I can’t wait to hear

about Dana’s flowers. What a treat it will be! It’s interesting to note that when there is a special event on tv, almost anything from a dog show to horse races to awards programs to celebrity or royal weddings, there are always flowers! Doesn’t that reinforce what we were talking about once over a cup of tea, how flowers and plants are so much a part of our daily lives. Flowers share the joys and sorrows of life with us: we send them with congratulations for a new baby, a job promotion, or a new home; they herald special celebrations like a wedding, a graduation, or a birthday; and we send them as comfort when someone is ill or when someone has passed away. They are the wordless expression of how we feel, and yet they say so much!

Flowers in everyday life provide inspiration for great things! Perhaps you have seen pictures of beautiful paintings by

Exports to Mexico reach $1 billion

In 2022, for the first time in provincial history Saskatchewan’s trade to Mexico has exceeded $1 billion.

“We’re sharing Saskatchewan’s story around the world, and the world is listening,” Trade and Export Development Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “Advancing Saskatchewan’s trade interests while strengthening existing partnerships benefits all of Saskatchewan. As an export-dependent province, this work is integral to grow our economy, create jobs and drive growth that works for everyone.”

Exports to Mexico highlight our strong agriculture capacity, with agri-food exports accounting for over 97 per cent of total exports. Canola oil, canola seed and non-durum wheat make up the top three exports. Canola seed made up 54.5 per cent of total exports to Mexico, with a total value of over $557 million.

The single biggest increase was canola oil, exports of which were up over 79 per cent over 2021. Over $206 million of canola oil was exported to Mexico, making up 20.2 per cent of all exports.

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Claude Monet. Monet was a French painter who died in 1926, but in spite of his fame as an artist, one of his most important passions was his beautiful garden. I read somewhere that he preferred to think of himself as a gardener, more than an artist. Indeed, his garden was his main source of

inspiration for his work. I once saw a TV program that took the viewer on a tour of Monet’s garden: now wouldn’t that be something? You and I could actually see the waterlilies that inspired one of his most famous paintings! Monet once said, “My garden is my most beautiful master-

piece.” And I think if we had a chance to sit down and have tea with Monsieur Monet in his garden, we would have a lot in common with him, because he also once said, “Everything I have earned has gone into these gardens.” He would truly understand how you and I get carried away at the garden centres every spring! He’d probably do the same thing!

Sometimes we hear people say, “Oh, I’m not a gardener.” I myself don’t believe it, do you? People may not always garden in the traditional sense; maybe they don’t plant big gardens and endless planters. But I think that

almost every person feels the pull of nature; the sense of peace and relaxation when surrounded by growing things; the serenity of heart and soul that only nature can bring. Nature touches us all. There is something in flowers and plants that speaks to us, and in turn, we translate it and speak to each other, be it with a single rose, a bouquet, or a painting. This time of ‘garden limbo’, between winter and spring, is a time to reflect on what we want this year’s ‘garden’ to be, whatever form it takes. Look at books, gardening magazines, photos online, and be inspired! Have a great week!

Westview United Church

355 Bradbrooke Dr. 306-783-3063 westviewuc.ca

Worship Sundays @ 10:30am

Wednesday - Bible Study at 7:00 p.m.

Last Friday of each month - Prayer Meeting at 7 p.m. For more information please phone 306-782-2427

“A Place of New Beginnings”

St. Andrew’s United Church

SECOND AVENUE AND SMITH STREET OFFICE 306-783-4157 MINISTER REV. JEN DRESSER

Website: http://www.standrewsyorkton.ca

Facebook: St. Andrew’s United Church

Join us Sunday, March 5th at 10:30 am Online (Zoom/Facebook/Youtube) and in person!

Church of God in Christ Mennonite

AT SALTCOATS

SUNDAY SCHOOL EVERY SUNDAY AT 10:00 AM

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE AT 11:00 AM

EVERYONE WELCOME

Pastor Laurel Wiebe -- 306-898-2099

Pastor Tim Warkentin - 306-217-8222

Minister : The Rev. Deborah Smith

Everyone is welcome!

St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church 155 CATHERINE STREET 306-783-4594

Conducted by Ukrainian Redemptorist Fathers Phone 306-783-4594 or 306-783-7778

Saturday - 5 p.m. (English)

Sunday - 9:00am (Ukrainian) 11:00am (English)

SICK CALLS ANYTIME—BAPTISM AND MARRIAGE BY APPOINTMENT

St. Mark The Evangelist

Orthodox Church

160 Betts Ave., Yorkton, Sask

“Services In English”

www.stmarkyorkton.ca

Sunday of Orthodoxy

Saturday March 4th - Vespers 6:00 PM Sunday March 5th

“When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show others they are fasting... But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that it will not be obvious to others that you are fasting.”

Keynote

Soccer team earns honour

By Tyson Off Staff Writer YORKTON –

The Yorkton Regional High School Girl’s Soccer Team was honoured by the Saskatchewan High School Athletic Association on Feb. 7.

The honour comes from their exemplary sportsmanship at the 5A Girl’s Provincial Soccer Championship hosted in Regina Oct. 28-29 of last year. Students and faculty packed the school’s Anne Portnuff Theatre for the presentation from SHSAA Executive Director, Dave Sandomirsky.

“It is well known that when there’s competition there is a winner and there is a loser,” said Sandomirsky in his address to the audience, adding, “in our society we tend to reward and celebrate the winner – but how do you react when you lose? How do you react when you win? How do you carry yourselves as a team when you’re in competition?”

“We realized some years back that this is an important aspect of school sport that requires attention and when it’s positive it requires recognition,” said Sandomirsky.

“The blue banner is a highly respected honour,” said Sandomirsky, adding, “the gymnasiums that display these banners are in schools which strive to make sportsmanship, respect and responsibility a daily

Sask. High School Athletic Association Executive Director, Dave Sandomirsky delivered a speech to the packed auditorium.

habit – part of the school culture.”

“At each SHSAA Provincial Team Championship committees observe the conduct of the players, the coaches and the fans,” continued Sandomirsky, “they watch for interactions with the hosts, the other teams and with the officials.”

“Over the course of the provincial weekend in Regina the Raiders played games against varied competition,” said Sandomirsky, “the demeanour of the team reflected the demeanor of the coaches – they continued to play every game in a respectful manner regardless of the score and this made for an enjoyable athletic experience for their opposition, for the fans and for the officials.”

“The Raiders won

and they lost during the course of the weekend. They were humble in their victory, they were respectful in their defeat and they didn’t get caught up in a moment to allow themselves to find places to lay blame – coaches and players alike maintained their composure and the integrity of the game,” said Sandomirsky.

“The coaching staff was second to none –demonstrating that competition is healthy but education through high school sport in invaluable in the development of their students – this recognition for sportsmanship is obviously a true sign of the positive school culture the Yorkton Regional High School has.”

“You have made yourselves, your school, your community and the SHSAA very proud of your athletic and sportsmanship accomplishments at the 5A Girl’s Provincial Soccer Championship.”

The school was presented with a banner signifying their achievement and each team member was presented with a certificate acknowledging their sportsmanship.

This is the sixth blue banner the YRHS has received from the SHSAA on account of their sportsmanship.

In 2002-2003 the Girl’s Soccer Team was honoured as well as the 20152016 team. Boy’s soccer in 2017-2018, boy’s volleyball in 2008-2009 and boy’s basketball in 20122013.

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Growth in canola oil exports will increase with investment in canola crushing plants throughout Saskatchewan, part of $13.6 billion in new private investment overall.

Saskatchewan’s 2030 Growth Plan includes increasing value-added agriculture revenue to $10 billion, and canola oil exports continue to be a driver of that goal. Canola oil was also Saskatchewan’s top value-added agri-food export overall, with $3.5 billion in exports in

2022. The growth plan also calls for increasing the number of countries where Saskatchewan exports over $1 billion.

Saskatchewan’s international office in Mexico City opened in 2022 and is a key part to growing Saskatchewan’s exports. Having a local team on the ground working alongside Saskatchewan exporters has proven invaluable.

“Our province continues to have what the world needs, a consistent and reliable supply of sustainable agri-food products,” Agriculture

Minister David

said. “These strong numbers show that trade and investment offices have expanded our international networks and helped increase the value of our exports.”

Saskatchewan’s total exports have grown by more than $20 billion since 2012. Along with Mexico City, the province has established international offices in China, India, Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Vietnam and is opening an office in Germany later this year.

Student Isabelle Easton and Coach Mike Chapman unveil the banner recognizing the team’s achievement. This is the 6th blue banner the school has received for sportsmanship from the SHSAA.

The 2022-2023 YRHS Girl’s Soccer Team.

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