Medicine Hat RN is helping Albertans
BY JOAN JANZEN
There’s been much discussion regarding people’s access to healthcare in Alberta. The situation can appear overwhelming to some, while others are asking themselves how they can help. One of those individuals is Matthew Jubelius, a Registered Nurse (RN) in Medicine Hat.
Matthew has been an RN since 2007. His extensive career has also involved teaching nursing, and now he has undertaken a new venture called Virtunurse, which was established in 2022.
“Getting access to care has been a big challenge, and the pandemic shattered it, especially in southern Alberta,” Matthew observed. As someone who is passionate about helping people, he was pondering how he could help.
Virtunurse enables people to make a virtual appointment and speak to an experienced Registered Nurse, Monday to Friday, for all their non-prescription and non-critical health needs. “RNs are highly capable professionals who care
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for patients daily,” Matthew said.
The new service offers access to healthcare advice and mental health and wellness support without having to wait in line. It also provides assessments, consultation, medical and allied health referrals, and a nursing letter of workplace absence while helping to eliminate stress from emergency departments.
“With few doctors taking on patients, people have been forced to go to a walk-in clinic that usually reaches its daily patient quota by 9 a.m. Those who cannot get access then go to the Emergency Department for non-critical health concerns, waiting several hours to be seen, placing additional stress on an already overwhelmed system,” Matthew explained.
Virtunurse offers face-to-face clinical services in a timely fashion. You simply go to their website and book an appointment in three clicks. You select your time and service and length of appointment. First-time appointments may take a bit longer as personal information is collected,
but within three hours or less, you will be ensured a face-to-face virtual appointment with an RN.
“Ultimately, when people need healthcare, they want that face-toface interaction. This is a way we can serve more people,” he noted. “We are building relationships with our community.”
‘Virtu’ in the name Virtunurse, not only stands for virtual but virtue. “Virtue, by definition, is ‘good,’” Matthew said. It’s the type of quality service that he wants to provide.
Matthew hopes his service will grow, eventually including nurses in different cities. “That
way, we know who to refer patients to and are better able to serve our community,” he explained. “I see we’ll eventually need pediatric nurses as well.”
In some cases, health benefits will cover the cost of nursing services, and receipts can be saved to be utilized for tax purposes. Matthew said the response to this service has been ‘super positive.’
“As an experienced Registered Nurse, my heart kept getting broken at the lack of healthcare access. I just want to help our community and other Albertans who need access,” he stated.
You can gain that access at virtunurse.ca
Matthew Jubelius is an RN in Medicine Hat.
BY JOAN JANZEN
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The month of February has been designated as Saskatchewan Aboriginal Storytelling Month, and the Luseland Library commemorated the occasion. On Tuesday afternoon, February 7th, the library welcomed Indigenous storyteller, Annie Brass to their location at 510 Grand Avenue.
Annie spoke to her adult audience, sharing stories about animals, and how they got their characteristics. “She was pretty funny, was very animated and had a good sense of humour,” librarian Kate Hughes said. “Overall, her presentation was very well received.”
Wheatland Regional Library and The Library Services for Saskatchewan Aboriginal People’s partnered with Indigenous storyteller Annie Brass to bring her stories to Luseland.
The Kindersley library also invited Annie to share at the Westberry Elementary School on the afternoon of Thursday, February 9th. There Annie very aptly entertained both children and adults with numerous stories.
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and a SUV collided.
One of the passengers in the minivan, a 3-yearold girl from the Kindersley detachment area, was declared deceased by EMS at the scene. Her family has been notified and our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.
The adult female driver of the minivan was taken to hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening and the other passenger, a female child, was taken to hospital via STARs with injuries described as serious.
The driver of the SUV was treated for injuries described as non-life-threatening at the scene.
Highway #21 was closed for initial investigation but has since re-opened. Kindersley RCMP continue to investigate with the assistance of a Saskatchewan RCMP collision reconstructionist.
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BY MADONNA HAMEL
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Mary’s been in my living room for a while now. I couldn’t bear to see her carted off after our church closed, not knowing where she’d end up. She could be stashed away in a closet or as a part of a restaurant decor, or in another church with another adoring family.
Actually, according to a council of bishops in the 4th century, Mary is not to be adored, only “honoured.” Only God can be adored. But I ask you: can anyone summon our adoration? Or our honour? Is it not something we choose to offer? And if we are so moved to kneel and beg for some assistance, comfort or intercession, is it anyone else’s business to tell us how to be moved and who should or could do the moving? That’s kind of like telling someone they can’t be thirsty because there’s no water for miles. One can neither halt nor generate a feeling inside someone else.
I have grown immensely fond of the Holy Mother as the years pass. She doesn’t tell me who to love or to spurn. She neither rejects nor tests others. She is a mother, after all, embracing each of us - you are lovable because you exist. Period. Your very existence is cause for celebration, or, at the very least, for care. Mary is there to give us a fair shot at a good life - she’s a good influence. Her spirit and presence installs a sense of conscientiousness and worth; we don’t
talk trash when mother is in the room. She gives us a taste of what being loved feels like, so we can pass it on. But, what we do with her subtle, hovering love, her quiet whispers of tenderness and encouragement as soft as a breeze - some say, the very breeze itself - is up to us.
She is Mother Earth, the Land, the female presence amidst humanity’s messy project. She is the mother in Steinbeck’s “Grapes of Wrath” describing all women as a living river, flowing onward through life’s fits and starts. She is Louise Halfe Sky Dancer’s long-wailing mother. She is Tyre Nichol’s mother, to whom he ran for protection. And now, she is sitting behind me, looking over my shoulder as I write this.
This Mary is just one representation of The Great Mother, the one I was born with, named after, and raised with. Granted, this statue’s hair is too blonde, eyebrows too plucked, face too pale to be a fair depiction of the young woman who mothered the historical Jesus. But she sings to me, nonetheless. She’s John Lennon’s Mother Mary, “whispering words of wisdom,” gently urging me to not bite the hook, to lay my burden down, to “let it be.”
And now I have to let her go. I promised my fellow parishioners that I would find a home for her where folks could visit her. I had in my mind a shrine or grotto accessible at all hours to everyone. Something along the lines of
the roadside chapels scattered all over Quebec - the size of a teeny toolshed or an outhouse (called a “becose”, a morphing of the word “backhouse”).
In Quebec, the chapels were the size of a close. You’d open the door outwards, and directly in front of you was a kneeler and a statue of whichever wildly painted saint was the muse of the quartier. You’d kneel down and close the door behind you (like in a confessional, only alone with Mary, your unburdening would be honest, heartfelt, not a litany of made-up lies to fool the father confessor). Most times, there’d be a mason jar filled with fresh-cut flowers, the scent filling the space, mingling with the hot wax of votive candles.
Once, in the countryside around the village of St. Joseph-de-Beauce, where we were performing at a festival, my bandmate-beau Denis and I watched a line of cars drive in and out of a farmer’s field. We asked our host what was going on, and he explained, quite casually, almost dismissively, that there had been a recent visitation of La Madone, The Madonna. I found it funny, even charming, that as an educated and non-believing recovered Catholic, he could not believe in such things, yet he accepted his neighbours’ regular encounters with their “various gods and goddesses.” My beau, also sick and tired of the staunch and crushing Catholicism of Quebec, approached the subject with a similar benign respect. “This folk devotion is
not a problem,” he explained. “I was never angry with the men and women in my village praying to Mary and all the saints and angels. It was the priests, the crowd-controlling bureaucrats that filled me with rage. And so, after the festival, we drove Rosie, my rattling old Cavalier, to the site where Mary was supposed to have appeared.
When we arrived, two older women came out of their house carrying small empty jars. “To take water from the source,” they said. “See?” They led us to a statue of Mary and explained that the apparition was more a jostling of the statue by a group of teens hidden in the trees. “But,” they stressed, “the small dried-up creek behind the statue sprang forth a fountain of water, and it hasn’t stopped since.” Denis took a jar and filled it with water from the source. “But you don’t believe in this,” I laughed. “No, but you do,” he replied. “Put some in the radiator, maybe Rosie will stop rattling.”
On the drive back to the city, for a good 100km, Rosie was quiet. I chose to interpret that as a nudge from The Mother saying: Don’t wander too far from my love. And so, I hope to find a proper edifice for her here. I’ve been offered a corner of land at the Crossing, looking North upon Val Marie, named to put the drought-ridden land under a mother’s protection.
Heritage minister can’t define Canadian content - Trudeau-appointed senator
One of Canada’s most acclaimed authors is drawing a clear line: he doesn’t want politicians telling him what counts as Canadian content or Big Brother looking over his shoulder when he writes. If ever there was doubt about whether Bill C-11 represents a gateway toward government censorship, that doubt was put to rest by Senator David Adams Richards earlier this week.
“This law will be one of scapegoating all those who do not fit into what our bureaucrats think Canada should be,” warned Richards from the Senate floor.
Richards is far from a Trudeau government skeptic. He was first appointed to the Senate by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in 2017 and is a member of the centrist Canadian Senators Group.
Richards is also one of the most accomplished authors in Canadian history, having won prizes in fiction and non-fiction throughout this career. If anyone has authority to speak to the impact government rules and regulations might play in the creative process, it’s Richards.
And Richards foresees Bill C-11 putting the power to define what counts as Canadian content in the hands of unelected bu-
reaucrats and unqualified politicians.
“I do not know who would be able to tell me what Canadian content is and what it is not, but I know it won’t be in the minister of heritage’s power to ever tell me,” Richards declared.
Bill C-11 would hand the power to regulate what counts as Canadian content to unelected bureaucrats. It would require the content bureaucrats define as Canadian, determined through government algorithms, to be amplified while, in effect, quieting all other content, which doesn’t meet the government’s narrow criteria.
That raises the spectre of content viewed as unfavourable toward the government being less likely to be classified as Canadian, making it harder for critics to hold the government to account.
If government bureaucrats get to choose what content to push on Canadians, there’s a very real risk the government will be tempted to use its filtering powers to quiet its critics.
But Bill C-11 also poses a danger even for creators whose content is classified by the powers that be as Canadian.
If the government forces platforms like YouTube to push content on Canadian
viewers based on nationality, and not on interest, viewers choosing not to click on that content will lead internet algorithms to conclude that the content isn’t desirable among viewers.
That means viewers outside of Canada would be less likely to see that content. That will hurt, not help, Canadian creators.
Richards foresees that very danger.
“We have filled the world with our talent, but not because of the minister of heritage,” said Richards. “Drake is known worldwide, but not because of the CRTC.”
Canadian stars like Drake, Justin Bieber, and others, who rose to fame through viewership on platforms like YouTube outside of Canada, may never have come to be had Bill C-11 been the law of the land.
Drake and Bieber are already on the popularity mountain top, but those still climbing are worried. Regina-based TikTok sensation Tesher has stated: “C-11 would limit that reach by requiring creators to prioritize government criteria for domestic distribution over making content optimized for global audiences.”
The government’s misguided desire for more control over what Canadians can see and say online, a move unprecedented in a democracy, will hurt Canadian creators far more than it will help them. And it also puts Canadians’ civil liberties at risk.
Richards foresees that too, warning that “Stalin again will be looking over our shoulder,” should Bill C-11 find its way into law.
Richards’ fellow senators would do well to listen to Richards’ concerns. Bill C-11 will soon come to a vote in the full Senate, and every senator should be asking themselves whether they want Canada to head down such a dangerous pathway.
It’s time for Canada’s senators to say no to censorship and government control.
Senators have the power in their hands to stand between Canadians on the one hand and the road to serfdom on the other.
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This article was originally published in the Toronto Sun on February 3, 2023.
OPINION
Let’s not waste valuable opportunities
Someone commented, “You know what was the biggest waste of money in 2020? I renewed my passport.”
While filling out a multiple choice survey by the federal government, asking what our nation’s priorities should be, I took advantage of the last option “other.” The ‘other’ great need in Canada is the elimination of waste.
‘Waste not, want not’ is an old proverb that implies that if you use something wisely, you will be less likely to find yourself in need. Jim and Jacintha Collins from southern Ontario, who were interviewed by Faytene Grasseschi, are proving this to be true.
At the current date, their charitable organization - Harvest Hands, has gathered $10 million worth of food, which they deliver to other distribution organizations. It’s surplus, seconds, or product approaching its best-before date, all of which is completely free.
Jim explained that 50 percent of food produced in Can-
ada is wasted, while one in six Canadians is experiencing some measure of food insecurity every day. That’s equal to the population of all the prairie provinces combined. And yet Canada, with a population of 36 million, is able to produce enough food to feed 52 million people.
When Jim picked up 19 pallets of food, he stopped to thank the business. But he was told they should be thanking him because it would have cost them $2,000 to take the pallets of food to a landfill. Jim noted that out of all the surplus and waste in Canada, only four percent of it is rescued, which presents a huge opportunity for more Canadians to do exactly what Harvest Hands is doing.
“We believe that what we have worked through these last three years is a blueprint to help others make a difference in this time,” Jacintha said. “Our end goal is to establish this across Canada. We’ve had people contact us from Alberta and Montreal and come down to see
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how they might replicate this model. This is a huge opportunity.”
Meanwhile, Jerry Huigen, a southern Ontario dairy farmer, made a five-minute video saying the Canadian Dairy Commission forces him to dump 30,000 litres of milk at the end of the month when he exceeds his quota. “We’re the only country where we dump thousands of litres when we’re over quota,” he said. “Supply management artificially limits supply in order to drive up prices. There’s a lot of single mothers and food banks that it could go to.”
Brian Lilley from the Toronto Sun reported government waste in the form of a government contract with a Calgary hotel from April 1, 2020 to October 30, 2022. The government paid the hotel $26.8 million to use it as a quarantine facility for those who had no other place to quarantine. However, only ten people were accommodated there throughout most of 2022. “The government
continued to book the hotel even when there were little to no passengers using it,” Lilley explained. “That amounts to $21,000 for each of the 1,490 people who stayed there over the past three years.” And how many more hotels had the same contracts?
Next on the list of waste: Jay Goldberg from the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTP) was interviewed on the LeDrew 3-minute episode. He reported members of the federal government increased from 260,000 in 2015 to 335,000 in 2023. “It’s costing us (taxpayers) $55 billion/ year to pay these people,” Jay said. These out-of-touch civil servants are demanding a 30% wage increase. “Nowhere in the private sector could you ask for anything near that and still have a job,” Jay concluded. Nevertheless, according to records CTF dug up, the Governor General’s salary has risen from $302,800 in 2019 to $342,000 in 2022.
While all of the above is an enormous amount of waste, I have not yet touched on the
most valuable loss of all. On February 2, staff at Sacred Heart Hospital in Quebec legally aborted a 38-week-old unborn child because Canada has no restrictions on abortion. The lady said she wasn’t certain about keeping the child, and yet the waiting list for the adoption of newborn babies was not considered. This baby was viable outside the womb, and the termination of the pregnancy could very well have been more dangerous than a c-section. To everyone who speculated that this could never happen in Canada, it just did. Feel free to email or phone your federal and provincial representatives. This may be an opportunity for Canada to get the necessary restrictions on abortion in place. There’s also plenty of opportunity for organizations throughout Canada to access the 96 percent of wasted surplus food. Let’s help prove the value of the age-old idiom, “Waste not, want not.” Let’s not waste valuable opportunities.
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Grade 3 classes from 1993 held an election to learn about municipal government. Mayors Crystal Ehresman and Ryan Walker (centre, seated) presided over councillors Ryan Woodrow, J.D. MacKenzie, Ryan Harrison, Michael Leeks, Amy Dahl, Deiter St. John, Brandon Cooke, Jamie Heenan, Miranda Seidel, David Gassner and Scott Grainger.
Recognize any of these students from 1993?
Do you recognize any of these Grade 3 students from Elizabeth School in Kindersley, who were featured in a February, 1993 edition of The Clarion? The following article was written by Patricia Balderston. Democracy was at work in the grade 3 classes at Elizabeth School. Students are learning about local government as part of their social studies curriculum. Teacher Shirley Griffith said the best way for youngsters to understand the process was to hold their own election.
Both Griffith’s and Louise Cowell’s classes held open nominations for candidates wishing to run for mayor and the six councillor (not aldermen) positions in each room. Once the candidates were declared, they went to work on campaign posters and prepared for their election speeches.
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er was declared the winner in Room 107. He is joined by councillors Brandon Cooke, Jamie Heenan, David Gassner, Scott Grainger, Miranda Seidel and Deiter St. John.
Room 105 will be governed (temporarily at least) by Mayor Crystal Ehresman. There was a tie vote and councillors Amy Dahl, Joe-el Desjarlais, Ryan Harrison, Michael Leeks, J.D. MacKenzie, Ryan Woodrow and Tyler Wooldridge were all elected.
These newly-elected officials will not serve long. They will have one joint meeting in the coming weeks to defend their record to voters and then they will retire, for the time being, from their lives in politics.
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Snapshot of Survey Results:
HealthThere are major concerns about the access to medical care and lab services in Eston.
BusinessPeople would like to see more businesses on Main Street and are disappointed with the hardware store closing.
InfrastructureThere are concerns about the streets and sidewalks in Eston.
Recreation/FacilitiesMaintaining the facilities we have and improving the pool, bowling alley and Henry Hamilton Park are on people’s list of priorities. Interest in more diverse activities at the complex was another opinion expressed in the survey.
We are in the process of looking at all comments and addressing them in one of our next Gopher Bites. Again, the response was great and we are grateful to hear from you!
The West Central Events Centre concerns these young voters just as it does their parents and grandparents. Candidates had ideas to help raise money for the project such as holding bake sales, garage sales and a sale of used hockey equipment.
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Another issue concerned the environment and a candidate suggested that the school start a recycling centre to control the amount of cans and paper discarded.
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Students compiled a voters’ list and made up their own ballots by hand, a project that required a lot of writing. A poll clerk and deputy returning officer were appointed to assist on Election Day.
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Four people ran for mayor in both classes and there were eight councillor hopefuls in Cowell’s class, and seven in Griffith’s.
Once the votes were tabulated, Mayor Ryan Walk-
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Offers should clearly state land description and total offer. More information may be obtained by phone to 306-967-2456. Forward tender to: Herb and Joyce Frank, Frank Family Farm Ltd. Box 67, Eatonia, SK S0L 0Y0 Phone: 306-967-2456 • Email: frankfamily@sasktel.net
BY BRUCE PENTON Sports Columnist
Can anyone topple the Bruins?
Despite a stunning and uncharacteristic threegame losing streak a few days before the National Hockey League all-star break, the Boston Bruins have enjoyed an incredible steak of success. The Bruins, under the direction of new coach Jim Montgomery, had suffered a mere seven regulation-time defeats in the team’s first 50 games, racking up a huge lead over second-place Toronto in the Atlantic Division and creating miniscule betting odds for Beantown to host a Stanley Cup parade this June.
Boston’s closest rival at the all-star break appeared to be Carolina Hurricanes, whose regulation-loss total of nine was the only other one in single digits. Other division leaders and their loss totals were Dallas (13) and Seattle (15).
The Bruins’ roster this season isn’t much different from last year’s squad that finished 51-26-5 and lost out in the first round of the playoffs to Carolina. The quick playoff ouster may have been the key factor in coach Bruce Cassidy’s dismissal (he wound up with Vegas Golden Knights) and Montgomery’s hiring. The new
coach had a successful stint in Dallas before an abrupt alcohol-related departure in 2019 left him on the sidelines for a couple of years. That situation is in the past, however, and the Bruins are reaping the benefits.
Led by a talented group of offensively-skilled forwards (David Pastrnak, Patrice Bergeron, Brad Marchand, Taylor Hall and David Krecji), the Bruins are solid from start to finish. The Athletic’s Eric Duhatschek supplied high praise for the team in a recent feature, writing that “they have scoring, depth, experience, leadership, a deep oneto-six defence and the best one-two goaltending punch in the league.”
Goaltending may have been a weakness in past years, but it’s a strength this year. No. 1 guy Linus Ullmark (1.90 goals against average and a .936 save percentage, both tops in the league) is a favourite for the Vezina Trophy and his net partner Jeremy Swayman has gaudy stats, too.
Critics say that your neighbour’s grandmother might have similar numbers if they played behind a stout defence such as the Bruins have, led by Charlie McAvoy and Hampus Lindholm, the latter a
first-year Bruin after signing a free-agent deal last summer. Vegas bookies had the Bruins as pre-season’s 12th favourite to win the Stanley Cup. That sentiment has changed dramatically. The Bruins are now overwhelming favourites to win the Cup, with Carolina and defending champion Colorado Avalanche next in line.
Based on the first 50 games, it seems there’s little that can derail the Bruins from winning their first Cup since 2011. Come June, there is likely to be more than just a tea party in Boston.
• RJ Currie of sportsdeke. com: “Tiger Woods recently told Golf Channel’s Morning Drive if all the pieces fall into place, he still has a shot
Celebrating Volunteerism
BY JOAN JANZEN
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Brynn Hartsook comes from a legacy of volunteers. His parents, Glenn and Maureen Hartsook were legendary in Eston for pitching in wherever needed over the years, and Brynn is now carrying on that legacy.
He is a first-time councillor for the Town of Eston, upon his election in 2020. Prior to being on town council, you could find Brynn on various committees and boards in Eston.
A couple of summers ago, Brynn set up a food trailer at Eston Riverside Park and served tacos, with all the proceeds donated back to the park. Brynn is a phenomenal cook and donates his skills to many successful fundraisers. At last summer’s 2022
Summer Kick Off in Eston, Brynn was front and centre lending a hand wherever needed. He is also very involved with the Eston Rambler team nod the Eston Royal Canadian Legion. And if that’s not enough to keep him busy, he quietly volunteers to help neighbours clean up their property when they are unable to do so.
If you know of a volunteer in your community who deserves recognition, send us a short explanation describing their endeavours, and how they are helping their community and other people. You don’t need to have your name published, but please include a photo of the individual and we’ll celebrate volunteerism by featuring another valuable volunteer.
at Nicklaus’s 18 majors. It was so inspiring, I mailed another marriage proposal to Anne Hathaway.”
• Jack Finarelli, at sports curmudgeon.com., on the future of ex-Saints’ coach and current broadcaster Sean Payton: “There is also a lot of speculation about where Sean Payton might wind up as a head coach. I am on record saying that I hope it is somewhere –anywhere – in order to get him off TV.”
• Headline at fark.com: “Houston Texans considering uniform changes for next season. Still no word on changing out the guys wearing those uniforms for next season.”
• A lament from Bob Molinaro of pilotonline.com (Hampton, Va.): “Served up for my fellow curmudgeons is a reminder that at the 2024 Paris Olympics, breakdancing will be a sport. A sport.”
• Comedy writer Gary Bachman: “Tom Brady again announced he was retiring. I like Tom Brady but he’s no Brett Favre; Favre retired a dozen times.”
• Jack Finarelli again, on the NFL’s Pro Bowl actually featuring flag football: “For the past decade or so, the Pro Bowl games have been almost
flag football games but without the flags.”
• Another one from RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com, picking on the Leafs again, referring to the NHL’s all-star weekend: “This is when the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for another power sprint toward their early playoff collapse.”
• From fark.com: “If Philadelphia were to lose the Super Bowl, it could still win in a way by becoming the first city to taste defeat in three straight sports championships.” (Phillies, Union-MLS).
• Comedy guy Torben Rolfsen of Vancouver: “Vancouver Canucks GM Patrick Allvin says the return in the Bo Horvat trade is the equivalent to three first-rounders. I haven’t seen accounting that creative since the last time Donald Trump filed a tax return.”
• Steve Simmons of Sunmedia.com. on the NHL Players Association replacement for executive director Don Fehr: “Boston Mayor Marty Walsh is the front-runner to take over for Fehr. The advantage of his candidacy: He has small shoes to fill.”
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Update: Kindersley RCMP investigating break-in, flight from police
On February 3, 2023, Tami Falcon was arrested in Biggar, SK by Biggar RCMP. She was scheduled to appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court on February 6, 2023.
On February 7, 2023, Biggar RCMP located and arrested Derrick Seefried in Biggar, SK.
In addition to the charges from Kindersley RCMP, he has also been charged by Rosetown RCMP with:
• one count, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, Section 320.13(1), Criminal Code;
• one count, flight from peace officer, Section 320.17, Criminal Code; and
• one count, mischief over $5,000, Section 430(3), Criminal Code (Information #90469443).
He was scheduled to appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court on both the Kindersley and Rosetown charges on February 8, 2023. Kindersley RCMP thank the media and members of their public with their assistance in this investigation.
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Over 40 years of AWANA Leaders and their passion keep the club going
JOAN JANZEN
An age-old idiom says, ‘Time flies when you’re having fun.’ More than forty years have transpired since the AWANA program first began in Kindersley at the Alliance Church. AWANA stands for ‘Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed,’ and Kindersley resident Ron Baker was involved in the very first club night in Kindersley.
In 1976, Ron became the first full-time assistant pastor at the Kindersley Alliance Church, and ministry for children and youth was a high priority. Ron began checking out various children’s ministries and found a church in Saskatchewan that had started an AWANA club, which was pretty new then.
He brought the idea back to Kindersley, and with the help of a group of young adults, they forged ahead with the idea. “We did training with those involved, and on November 1, 1977, the AWANA program began,” Ron said. More than four decades later, that program is still running in 2023!
In 1977, it was held in the church basement, which is the current Norman Ritchie Community Centre. “We thought we would be doing really well if we filled the basement, but within a year, we didn’t have enough room,” Ron said. By 1979 the club’s enrolment had reached 100 kids from Kindergarten to Grade 8.
Ron explained that in the beginning, young adults volunteered, but over the years, they had kids, and parents began volunteering. “Always with the idea that we would involve youth and older teens in the leadership group, so it was a training ground, as well as a great program,” Ron explained.
After departing from Kindersley, Ron returned many years later to once again serve as pastor at Kindersley Alliance. “I came back in 2005 and was pleasantly surprised to see an active AWANA program, and it continues to this day,” he said.
The longevity of the program is attributed, in part, to its strong moral base. “Parents want to see their kids learn how to be citizens of good repute, and it certainly prepared kids for that,” Ron observed. The program
has also been revised and updated throughout the years, which is always important as society changes.
“It kept going because the leaders have always had this as a passion,” Ron noted. Diane and Brian Kehrer were two of the very passionate leaders who were involved in the early days of the program and for many years after.
Cheryl Glass is another passionate AWANA leader. Every Wednesday evening throughout the school year, Cheryl and additional staff enjoy games, stories, singing, and workbook time with children from Kindergarten to Grade 6. “Kids are reminded that God loves us all and has a perfect plan for our lives,” she said.
Special events held throughout the year include a Christmas banquet, store nights, and the annual Grand Prix, which is a highlight of the year. “Clubbers design, build, and race wooden model cars down a long wooden track,” Cheryl explained. Clubbers began racing wooden cars at the Grand Prix event sometime in the 1980s. Some of the kids involved became parents, and the races became very competitive as parents enjoyed the Grand Prix with their children.
“It’s the leaders and their passion that keep the club going,” Ron concluded. Those leaders and clubbers gather together every week “because kids matter to God.” The program’s slogan is played out in real time each week.
Clubbers recite the AWANA pledge, sing action songs, play games, and break up into groups according to age, for their workbook time.
SJHL Kindersley team clipping along
BY JORDAN PARKER
Your Southwest Media Group
It’s been an up-and-down season for the SJHL Kindersley Iron Horse Klippers, but they had some things to smile about this week.
After a disappointing road trip, the team returned triumphant with a 5-2 win over the Melfort Mustangs, to take a 2-0 series lead during the Fouillards Cup.
Brett Zerr, Chief
Quinon St. Pierre
Jason Neufeld
“We just played really well during that game. It was one of our most consistent games upand-down the line-up,” said Assistant Coach Tyler Traptow.
Gord Thompson
Chris Kipling
“We were just really happy with that effort against Melfort, and everyone kind of played their role.”
He said something like the Fouillards Cup gives the guys an extra incentive to push hard.
“I didn’t know much about it before I started coaching. But
it’s nice to see the guys win things like this, even if moving up the standings is more important,” he said.
“It’s a feather in their cap. We just need one more win to close out the series. We don’t see Melfort a lot, but games like this give a boost.”
At the time of his interview, Traptow and the Klippers were facing a double-header against the formidable Humboldt Broncos. It’s always a back-andforth tilt between the teams, and the weekend ended with the Klippers coming out on the losing end of 3-1 and 7-2 scores.
Luke Alberts
Greg Bahm
Jaden Thiessen
Jace Kissick
Gary Lee
“It’s just a big rivalry with them. We see them more than we see most teams,” he said.
“We have a sour taste from the last few games, but the guys do love playing them. We need to show our rivals what we’re capable of.”
The Klippers’ Cash Arnsten was named Player Of The
Month, after netting two goals and three assists in 10 games.
Jordan Mackinnon
Caitlynn Alberts
Brad Murphy
“He’s a kid you know you’ll always get consistency out of. He’s one of the hardest workers on the team and has a great attitude. He’ll play exactly where you put him, and play well,” said Traptow.
Quenton Murphy
Chelsea Kissick
In fact, Arnsten’s whole line made the top three stars, with Tylin Hilbig and Logan Linklater rounding out the list.
“He plays on the right side with those guys. He’s a gritty, tough kid, and he’s always
sticking up for the team,” said Traptow.
“He’s not the loudest and he isn’t always out there chirping, but the league knows he’s a hard-nosed guy. We put those guys together in mid-January, and we hope they keep rolling.”
The Klippers have been out in the community a lot recently, with the outdoor practice and shinny last week in Rosedale and a pancake breakfast at Westberry Elementary School.
Devin Charteris
Jon Shepherd
Dylan MacKinnon
Dustin Oikor
Wyatt Knorr
“The outdoor rink didn’t exactly pan out. The Zamboni broke, so we had to cancel. We did get out for a little bit,” he said.
As for the breakfast, Traptow said it went well, even if Spencer Paplawski, Aidan Taylor and Brock Evans struggled to keep their pancaked from getting burned.
Traptow. “That said, it was nice to see guys out helping, and the kids were so pumped.”
With Kayden Ostrom and Adam Paplawski out this weekend, it was a good chance to slot two guys into the lineup. Friday night saw 15-yearold hometown twins Cam and Cobe Perlinger play.
“With the injuries, we were happy to bring in local guys we’ve been watching a while. They have point-per-game pace in Midget AAA, and represented Team Saskatchewan at the Canada Winter Games,” he said.
Travis Turnbull
James Semilet
Dylan Beaudoin
It’s been a banner season for the SWHL Kindersley Klippers so far, and Byron Ismond is set to bow out at the end of this campaign.
After 13 years in the SWHL, he’s ready to move on after what he calls the best season in years.
“This is one of the greatest seasons we’ve had in a while,” said Ismond, and the Klippers’ first place, 130-0-1 regular season finish is emblematic of that.
“I’ve been around since the 2007-2008 season, and this might just be the best season we’ve had since I joined.”
While he did take a few years in the SJHL, Ismond said he came right back to senior when he could.
“The league just keeps your competitive side going. It also keeps you in shape for sure,” he laughed.
“You can go out against guys and be worst enemies for a night, and just be best buddies the next.”
He says the team has remained strong throughout the last few years, and have become close to each other.
“We’ve had the same core for a number of years, and the imports have been around for a bit,” he said.
“We have a solid base and chemistry, and our young guys fit in well. They want to stick around for a while, which is amazing.”
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“We played as good as can be expected. You can fear teams often who haven’t won a lot in the regular season. But we handled things well and played well,” he said.
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“We don’t like seeing our players injured, but it presented an opportunity for these guys. To see local brothers play their first junior game together is exciting.”
Back row (Left to Right)
“The guys tried, but those three had no success,” laughed
Garrett Flueny, Jayden Olfert
The Klippers play a Valentine’s Day tilt next on February 14, 2023 on the road against Nipawin.
Matthew Siwak (Lieutenant)
SWHL Klippers mainstay finishing final season
tality as us. They have a core group just like us and skilled guys,” he said. “They’ll stay in every game no matter the score. They have no ‘off’ button, and we need to keep up with them.”
Though the Klippers were the recipients of the random-draw bye for the SHA provincials, they start play against the Drake Canucks (Lonh Lake HL) on February 18th, 2023.
“We’ve heard about a few of their guys through the grapevine to watch for. There have been rumblings and we know they have good players, including their goalie,” he said.
“In senior hockey in Saskatchewan, you get to know the players, so there aren’t too many surprises. You’re aware of imports and elites. It’s a matter of where they end up playing.”
Steven Meissner, Brenden Obrigewitch
Devon Townsend
Front Row (Left to Right)
Nick Anderson Brad Galbraith (Captain)
But after 30 years, it’s time for a good change and to be with my family more.”
Matthew Rumohr (Chief)
The next SWHL playoff game for the Klippers will be Wednesday, February 15th, 2023, and the next SHA provincial game will be February 18th.
Missing: Randy Gottfried, Brian Gottfried
“They competed really hard, which made us keep our compete level up. Their goalie played really well, and they made us earn it.”
With playoffs started and provincials beginning next week, the Klippers may find themselves doing double duty. It’s a different task to play both, says Ismond.
“In the playoffs, you stick to what you know. You know how to handle teams. In provincials, players move around. We have some new players and so do others,” he said.
“You need to adapt to how that other team plays. You need to feel things out, and that first game is always a wild card. It’s just such a different game style.”
No matter where the end of the season takes the Klippers, Ismond is proud of the 13 years he spent in the SWHL.
“It’s been so fun and so challenging. The league is just so rewarding. But I have kids who are starting sports themselves, and schedules are getting busier. I want to be less sore in the morning,” he said.
“I’m going to miss the dressing room with the guys. I’ll miss being at the rink. I’ve been spending weekends playing hockey at the rink since I was a kid.
They’ll face the Macklin Mohawks beginning Wednesday, February 15th, 2023. The Mohawks defeated the Hafford Hawks in the quarter finals 2-0 in the series also.
“We just know they’ll go in with the same men-
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Town of Luseland Mayor’s Report
BY KATHY WURZ Town of Luseland
We’ve been fortunate to have found some additional help to fill in the gaps here and there, and appreciate all of those who have come in on short notice to keep our town streets cleared and other services running smoothly.
We’ve also had a great deal of wildlife, deciding Luseland was a nice place to live. Three moose decided to make our town a winter destination and had to finally be put down by conservation officers after numerous efforts to drive them from town. Some advice we were given to pass on to residents was to ensure fruit trees and yards are cleaned
up in the fall. Luseland is filled with beautiful trees, many of which bear fruits and have been a welcome feast to the moose this season. While moose can be beautiful and majestic creatures, we were cautioned about the dangers of the mother who would protect her calf. As they were seen on the school grounds on one occasion, concerns increased on what possible incidents could occur and jeopardize the safety of town citizens.
The Luseland Library has a new display by the Luseland Quilting Guild. Please stop by to enjoy the art gallery at the library. They also have an upcoming book club meeting at the library on March 9th at 7 p.m. to discuss “They Left Us Everything.” If interested, you can pick
up a copy of the book at the library and join them for their next book talk.
The Luseland Credit Union Swimming Pool has recently had an improvement made with the addition of an air exchanger. Quite soon after construction, it was determined that this was a much-needed fixture to help with humidity in the pool building. The Town of Luseland also has an advertisement out looking for pool staff for the 2023 season. Please go to the town’s Facebook page to see the list of qualifications required and the application deadlines. This is a great summer employment opportunity and a great work environment in a great pool facility.
The Luseland Swimming Pool Building Committee is currently running their annual Trip of the Month fundraiser. Deputy mayor Candice Kraft has indicated to me that close to 2/3rds of the tickets have been sold as of this date, and they are positive they will have sold them all by the end of February. Tickets are $120 each, with the first draw beginning in March 2023. Proceeds go towards the remainder of the pool construction costs, and
we are so grateful for the continuous support of this fundraiser. Thank you to everyone who has purchased tickets, and good luck on being the next lucky trip winner.
The Luseland & District Fire Board met in January to set their annual operating and capital budgets. The board is hopeful, based on surpluses that they have been able to move to reserves so that we can begin to have conversations regarding the construction of a new fire hall. Initial talks have begun, and more will be discussed in the near future as we approve the site for the new fire hall location.
The Luseland Arena has had a busy season, and currently, we still have U13, U15 and U18 hockey teams in provincials. On Friday, February 10th, the U13 will host their first game. The arena will also be hosting a carded tournament on the February 18th/19th weekend. This is a U11-carded team made up of different kids in the area.
We also want to welcome Calvin Richelhoff to our team, as he accepted a position at our Luseland landfill/transfer station. Our regular attendant, Kelly Weber, has been off due to an injury for quite some time, and it became impossible to continue filling the shifts with casual help.
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The Kerrobert Junior Boys and Junior Girls competed in Districts on Saturday, February 11 and are both District Champions!
The boys were in Hafford and defeated their hosts by one point to claim the gold. The girls hoisted the Championship and defeated Unity to win the gold and complete their undefeated season!
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Ramblers take game 1 versus Loreburn
BY JORDAN PARKER
Your Southwest Media Group
The Eston Ramblers are gearing up for a busy stretch, with provincials and playoffs set.
While they earned a bye in Round One of the Hockey Sask Provincials, their road in the SVHL playoffs has begun.
The Ramblers finished their season with an 8-61-3 record and 20 points. It was enough to propel them to fifth in the league out of 10 teams.
Meanwhile, their playoff opponent finished two points again. The Loreburn 19ers had an 117-0-0 record, and the two met for the the first time on Friday.
The Ramblers took game one 6-3 vs Loreburn, outshooting their opponents 44-31.
Player Cam Oliphant says heading into the playoffs, the team feels good about how they played overall in regular season play.
“We were alright with where we finished. The league was tight, and we lost a few in overtime. Those points are a big difference in a league like
this,” he said.
“Overall we were really satisfied, and I’m confident in this series against Loreburn.”
The team was suffering from some issues beyond their control before the playoffs hit, and Oliphant is confident things will be better moving forward.
“We were playing decent hockey, but we were short-staffed in terms of players. But coming into the playoffs, the team is confident,” he said. “Everyone is back, and we’re a full and energized team again.”
He knows there are things to look out for in the Loreburn team, and is wary of them.
“They have one key line that is pretty high-powered offensively. We need to key in on those guys,” he said.
“They’ve also got a few d-men who are good players, and we need to keep them in check. Their goalie is good, and we need to find a way to beat them.”
In terms of the provincials, Oliphant didn’t know who their oppo -
nent in the second round would be at the time of his interview with Your Southwest. The weekend saw Birch Hills triumph in the first round of Senior C over Rosetown, and they will next play Eston.
That series began with an 8-3 trouncing by Birch Hills against Rosetown on Saturday, February 4th, and now Eston can prepare for their opponents.
One thing Oliphant did know, however, was that they needed to remain focused as a team as they played SVHL and provincials.
“We just need to take things one game at a time. We can’t constantly worry about both leagues,” he said.
“You focus on your next tilt, and we just need to fine-tune our game, play our style, and do this the right way.”
Provincial gametimes will be announced this week, and you can next catch the Ramblers in SVHL playoff action on Wednesday, February 15, for game two in Loreburn.
Leader’s own Berk Jodoin receives awards
BY JOAN JANZEN Your Southwest Media Group
Everyone has a story to tell, and Berk Jodoin from Leader is one of those storytellers. Berk shares his stories in the songs he writes and sings, and his artistry has been gaining significant recognition.
The local artist has recently been designated as the 2022 Sask. Music Awards Indigenous Artist of the Year, a Canadian Folk Music Award. Last week, Berk and his daughter Milly returned from Folk Alliance International in Kansas City, where they were showcased.
“It was massive, so many talented songwriters. In every lobby, every corner, they were playing music. It was amazing to see! I was inspired for sure!” Berk raved about the experience. It was also an incredible opportunity for his daughter, Milly.
“Milly came along. She turned 15 when we were at the airport,” her dad said. “She’s my full time base player. I’m hoping some day I just watch her shows.”
Berk was happy to arrive back home in Saskatchewan, but it won’t be long before he will be travelling once again to receive yet another award.
“In March I fly to Vancouver for the Indigenous Songwriter of the Year Award,” he said, speaking matter-of-factly about this additional notable achievement. It appears the awards he
receives are secondary in importance. What really matters to Berk, are the stories he gets to relay to his listeners.
“A lot of my songs are really deep, really important, telling stories that I believe need to be told,” he explained. “In the Indigenous world, mental health and addictions is big.”
Berk grew up in Pierceland, Sask., but has been living in Leader since 2005. “I came to Leader to play hockey with the Leader Flyers in 2005. I stuck around and was already married and we started our family here,” he explained. “Now I coach the little fellows, and that sure is fun.”
As for his musical talents, Berk didn’t start playing guitar until he was 20 years of age. Not only did he pursue and excel at hockey, but he was also a boxing competitor, as a member of the Sandhills Boxing Club. “After I hurt my back, I couldn’t train anymore, so I started writing and recording songs,” Berk said. Whether he’s playing hockey, boxing or writing and recording songs, it appears that Berk pours his heart into all he does. As a result, he receives a lot of positive feedback from his listeners.
“All my songs are true. I basically just take stories and write them,” he said. “My song ‘Indian Boy’, I wrote for my grandfather, who was a Cree man. The story of
him surviving residential schools is a true story that needs to be told. We all have a platform. I use mine to bring awareness to things - for people to take action.”
Now people in Leader and area are excited about hearing Berk perform in Leader at the Leader Arts Council’s Black Birds Sessions on March 25th. Berk is a a member of the Leader Arts Council, and explained that one of the members had returned from a visit to Nashville where she took in a show. As a result, the arts council is putting on a show reminiscent of the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville.
“I know songwriters, so I put it together,” Berk said. Saskatchewan musicians - Jay Seminole, Vanessa Gauvin and Will Ardell will be performing, along with Berk. “Will is a songwriter and we both dress in black all the time, so Black Birds Sessions is a good name.”
“It’s the first time we’ve done something like this. We’re bringing in some really great songwriters and storytellers. They’ll take the time to explain the song, how it came to be, and what it means to them. They have songs that have a lot of story behind them. I think it’s going to be a great night,” Berk concluded.
The community and surrounding area are also looking forward to a great night, and extend sincere congratulations to Berk on his recent awards.
BY BRIAN ZINCHUK
Lloydminster area brings in most money in February Crown land sale
REGINA – The Government of Saskatchewan’s Crown petroleum and natural gas public offering held on Tuesday, February 7, has raised $3,100,291 in revenue for Saskatchewan. The Lloydminster area was the focus of the dollars this time around, if not the number of leases.
The February sale is the final petroleum and natural gas public offering scheduled for the 2022-23 fiscal year, bringing the total amount of revenue for the year to $49,205,888.
Of the 54 parcels posted, 48 received acceptable bids covering 6,652 hectares. The average bonus bid was $466 per hectare, with the highest acceptable bid at $3,157 per hectare.
The highest bonus bid received on a lease in this offering is $270,892 for a 243 hectare lease located southwest of Lashburn. Synergy Land Services Ltd. was awarded this lease.
Overall, the Lloydminster area saw the most interest when it came to the number of hectares and money spent, bringing in $1,798,538 for 12 leases and four exploration licenses, totaling 3,891 hectares. A total of sixteen leases were posted, with four not selling. This area averaged $291 per hectare.
The highest bonus bid received on a lease in this offering was $270,892, or $1,113 per hectare. This 243 hectare lease is located three kilometres southwest of Lash-
burn, within the Lashburn West Sparky Sand Oil Pool. The successful bidder was Synergy Land Services Ltd.
But the Estevan area had the most leases, at 26, which brought in $981,870 totaling 1,819 hectares. The Estevan area averaged $540 per hectare.
A parcel posted in the Estevan area, 16 kilometres east of North Portal, received the highest dollar per hectare bid of $3,157 per hectare. Vermilion Energy Inc. bid $101,582 for the 32 hectare lease. This parcel is located within the Northgate Frobisher Beds Oil Pool.
The Swift Current area had one lease posted, but it did not sell.
The Kindersley area saw seven leases posted, with six selling. Those six totaled 941 hectares which went for $319,882, an average of $340 per hectare.
The highest bonus bid received on a parcel in this area was $196,706 or $757 per hectare. This 260 hectare lease was awarded to Prairie Land & Investment Services Ltd. and is located 27 kilometres northwest of Elrose, adjacent to the Tones Viking Formation Gas Pool.
An exploration license, totaling 582.75 hectares, received a bonus bid of $611,882.25 or $1,050.00 per hectare. This license is located northeast of Lloydminster and within the Northminster Sparky Oil Pool. The successful bidder was Metropolitan Resources Inc.
The next sale is scheduled for April 4, 2023.
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IN THE ESTATE OF ARTHUR KNIGHT, also known as ARTHUR K. TURNBULL; also known as ARTHUR TURNBULL, LATE OF THE TOWN OF OYEN, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, WHO DIED ON THE 11 DAY OF DECEMBER, A.D., 2020.
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New Brigden couple met in Israel
BY JOAN JANZEN Your Southwest Media Group
Sometimes you have to travel long distances to meet that special someone. Connie and Jim Ness from New Brigden, Alberta, will celebrate their fourth anniversary this March. They shared the story of their surprise meeting in Israel.
Jim is a farmer in the New Brigden area. He lost his wife in August 2016 and had two adult children and two grandkids. Jim believes in prayer, and by the fall of 2017, was asking God if there was a wife for him. “But I said I’m not looking for her; you’ll have to put her right in front of me,” he said quite emphatically.
Meanwhile, Connie was happy with her life in Surrey, B.C., where she taught deaf children. She had been a single mother for many years, raising two sons. One of her sons was killed in a tragic car accident in 2006. “I was fine being single and wasn’t looking for anyone,” Connie said.
Connie thoroughly enjoyed taking trips to Israel, where she volunteered at a ministry that helps support young members of the Israel Defence Force (IDF) who are just arriving in Israel. On three previous occasions, she had travelled to Israel, where she volunteered at organizations that blessed Holocaust survivors and young lone soldiers of the IDF. In October 2018, she was planning yet another trip to Israel.
“I almost wasn’t able to make that trip because it was the middle of the school year,” she said. “But finally, I did get permission to go.”
Meanwhile, back in New Brigden, Jim was also planning a trip to Israel to volunteer at the same organization. “In June, I told my friends I was planning to go to Israel to volunteer as support for new IDF arrivals, and they asked if they could go with me,” Jim said. So after harvest was done, Jim, along with five friends, travelled to Israel in October 2018.
The group toured throughout the region before heading to a Kibbutz (a cooperative farm), where they spent time volunteering and becoming acquainted with young soldiers.
It was very hot on Jim’s last day at the Kibbutz. “So we decided to go for a cold drink,” he said. “There was a long flight of concrete steps, and when I was about three-quarters of the way up, I saw Connie sitting with friends who I had lunch with earlier.” When he
reached his friends, he chatted while secretly checking if Connie was wearing a wedding ring.
At this point in the story, Connie interrupted to explain, “I had a ring that I had bought in Israel, that I usually wore on my wedding finger, but it had just broken, and so I wasn’t wearing it.”
If she had been wearing it, this would have been the end of this story, but it was just the beginning.
It was Connie’s first day there, and she was excited to be there and begin volunteering. “I sat down and noticed this Canadian farmer was there,” she said, not paying much attention to him.
“Then he mentioned Piapot, Saskatchewan. I grew up in Piapot, and no one in In BC even knows where it is. But here was this man who knew about it, so I wanted to talk to him.”
Jim then piped up, “I happened to mention Piapot, and immediately she started paying attention to me. She wasn’t interested before that, so I introduced myself.”
They started chatting, and before they knew it, their friends had left. “We started sharing from the heart. He shared about his wife’s death, and I shared about my son’s death,” Connie said. “We were surprised at sharing such deep things right away. It was unusual.” Finally, Connie said she had to go work and said goodbye.
While talking to her friends later, she found out Jim was leaving the next day. Connie asked for his phone number and called him. “I was nervous about calling him,” she admitted. Jim said he picked up the phone, and when Connie said hello, he smiled.
It was the beginning of a whirlwind romance of texting, phone calls and visits. Two months later, they were officially engaged. Soon Connie would be moving from bustling Surrey, BC, to a farm near New Brigden, Alta.
“I did ask how far the nearest Star Bucks is from New Brigden,” Connie admitted. “He said about two and a half hours, and it’s over an hour to the nearest Tim Hortons.” Connie continued to describe her first visit to the farm at New Brigden.
“When we were coming down the driveway, I saw his horses and said, ‘You have horses!’” Connie exclaimed.
“I have a passionate love of horses, but I never told him I loved horses, and he’d never told me he had horses. But when I saw them and said, ‘I’m home!’”
Four months later, the 69-year-
old and 74-year-old were married at Kindersley on March 23, 2019. “It was a traditional Israeli wedding with Israeli music and a Jewish dance,” Connie said.
“We both have a heart for Israel and for young people, and we’re both politically inclined. We know life will continue to be an adventure together,” she said.
The Rural Municipality of Winslow No. 319
Box 310 Dodsland, SK S0L 0V0
Phone 306-356-2106, Fax 306-356-2085
Email: rm319al@sasktel.net
Accepting applications for:
Seasonal Maintenance Operator
Employment to commence April 17, 2023 or as mutually agreed
Job Description
The R.M. of Winslow No. 319 is accepting applications for a Seasonal Maintenance Operator to start in the spring of 2023. The R.M. Shop is located approximately a mile east of Dodsland, Saskatchewan.
The successful candidate will be responsible for operating different pieces of equipment, depending on the task at hand. Machine maintenance and all other duties to assist in maintenance required on roads; municipal buildings and other infrastructure operated by the municipality. Work hours are 7-5 Monday to Friday. Seasonal employees work from approximately April 17 to October 31st, depending of the weather.
Candidates must:
• Be experienced with heavy equipment
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Have a strong work ethic, be able to follow directions and work unsupervised
• Certificates for courses such as Grader, Front End Loader, Mower and CPR/First Aid would be an asset, or must be willing to take them
• 1A license would be an asset
• Team Player and Safety minded, willingness to take direction from Foreman
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, pension plan, and wages based on experience.
Applicants are invited to submit your resume or letter of application, including experience and references to:
RM of Winslow No. 319, Box 310 Dodsland, SK S0L
Jim and Connie Ness of New Brigden met in Israel four and a half years ago.
HELP WANTED
Wanted a Full-time Parts Counterperson for a retail aftermarket parts store specializing in the agricultural and industrial sectors.
The successful applicant must be self motivated and be willing to work independently. This person should be customer orientated and be willing to work within a team environment.
Experience in either the agricultural or industrial sector would be an asset, but not necessary, as we will be willing to train.
Please reply with a resume stating wage expectations, and work experience to:
Kindersley Bearing (2008) Ltd.
P.O. Box 249, Kindersley, SK, S0L 1S0 500 - 12th Ave. East, Kindersley, SK Email: kindersleybearing@kindersleybearing.com
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The R.M. of Eye Hill No. 382 is accepting applications for ONE Seasonal, Full-time Equipment/Maintenance Worker with duties to commence April 15, 2023.
Necessary Qualifications include:
- the ability to operate a wide range of municipal equipment
- the ability to work independently
- mechanical aptitude.
Competitive wages are being offered based on experience and a benefits package is available.
Applications with references included, can be mailed, faxed or emailed to the Municipal Office and must be received prior to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 7, 2023
For more information, please contact: Jason Pilat, Administrator R.M. of Eye Hill No. 382
P.O. Box 39, Macklin, SK S0L 2C0 Phone: 306-753-2075 • Fax: 306-753-2304 Email: rm382@sasktel.net
The R.M. wishes to thank all who applied, however only those individuals with interviews will be contacted.
SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Municipal District of Acadia No. 34
The Municipal District of Acadia #34 is looking for
3 Summer positions for the 2023 Season.
AGRICULTURAL ASSISTANT /WEED INSPECTOR
(4-month position)
40-hour work week (Monday-Friday) beginning May 1st - August 25th
Key Duties:
• Weed inspection, weed control including chemical control, pest surveys, mowing.
• Ability to work outdoors, perform physical labour and operate equipment is considered an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
2 PUBLIC WORKS ASSISTANTS (2-month position)
40 -hour work week (Monday-Friday) beginning June 26th – August 25th
Customer Sales & Service
Representative 2
Position #: HR23-005
If you “measure your days in acres, not hours,” are motivated to help members get it done, then we have a job for you.
Reporting to the Agency Site Manager and Agency Site Supervisor, the Customer Sales and Service Representative 2 (CSSR 2) is responsible for serving and assisting customers in the selection and purchase of goods and services and/or fuel and fuel products to meet their needs. The CSSR provides service in accordance with UFA’s Customer Service Policy and initiates and implements corrective action as required to ensure that an excellent standard of service and a high level of customer satisfaction is maintained. This position cross-train in multiple functions of the store or site.
UFA offers:
• A business with a purpose.
• Recognition for Performance.
• Balanced life and career.
• Growth and Development.
If this grabs your attention, please send your cover letter and resume to careers@ufa.com and quote job HR23-005 in the subject line to apply
Explore the great career opportunities at www.ufa.com/careers
nounce his passing on Friday, February 3, 2023
Jay was born to Alfred and Linda Sawatzky in 1962 in Kindersley where he and his siblings Lana (Bryon) Medcoff, and Tanya (Gilles) Foidart were raised. Jay helped his grandfather Peter Sawatzky on the farm on the summer holidays before entering the oilfield working for Frank
Emergency Measures Coordinator
Application deadline: Open till filled
Start Date: As soon as possible
Approximately 4 hours per week
The Town of Eston and the R.M. of Snipe Lake No. 259 are forming a new partnership in a Joint Emergency Measures Committee.
Are you an organized and proactive individual? Do you have a passion for ensuring the safety and well-being of your community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an Emergency Measures Coordinator.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the organization’s emergency preparedness and response plan. This will include liaison with local agencies and partners, organizing exercises.
Other key responsibilities will include:
• Identifying and assessing potential emergency situations, and developing appropriate prevention and response measures
• Developing and maintaining relationships with local emergency response agencies
• Developing and maintaining emergency response procedures, protocols, and guidelines
• Providing guidance and support to staff and volunteers during an emergency situation
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of emergency response activities
• Schedule training
Qualifications:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure
• Proficient with word and excel
For the successful applicant training courses will be available.
Applications:
Interested candidates are invited to submit resumes with a cover letter and three references, including anticipated wage and date of availability, to Jody Schmidt, CAO, by email at cao@eston.ca or by phone at 306-962-4444, or by mail at Box 757, Eston, SK S0L 1A0.
All candidates are thanked for their interest in the position, however only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Mardians Well Servicing and then onto Saskoil in the Coleville area. Saskoil changed names to Nexon Oil where he worked for the next 17-18 years. Jay then contracted his own company; Merrington Oil.
Jay became a proud father on July 13, 1994, to his son Trevor Sawatzky. Jay loved all sports and knew the players, especially the Calgary
Flames and Montreal Canadiens. San Francisco 49ers were also on that favorite list along with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He enjoyed going out for a beer (Molson Canadian) and visiting with friends.
There will be a private memorial service held at a later date for Jay, and he will then be interred in the Kindersley Cemetery.
Key Duties:
• Mowing, weed whipping, campgroun maintenance, road patching.
• Ability to work outdoors, perform physical labour and operate equipment is considered an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
Application deadline is Monday February 27th at Noon. Applications can be mailed to: Municipal District of Acadia #34
P.O. Box 30, Acadia Valley, Alberta T0J 0A0 Email: cao@mdacadia.ab.ca
James “Jim” Clark Feb 10, 1942 - Jan 20, 2023
With sadness the family announces the passing of James “Jim” Clark on Friday, January 20, 2023. Jim Clark was
born to Margaret and Winston Clark on February 10, 1942. The family farmed just outside of Saskatoon where they attended church and functions at Floral. Jim, along with his mom, dad and siblings Jean, Helen and Ray, moved to Driver, Saskatchewan in May of 1949. Jim had attended Grade 1 at Haultain in Saskatoon.
Jim tried his hand at many jobs before returning to Saskatoon. His allergies got the best of him, but he still returned
to farming, working at a couple of places before settling with the Tamke brothers until their passing.
Jim married Carol Shellenberg in 1972. They had three sons, Wes in 1972, Brian in 1977 and Aron in 1980. Jim married Lucille Latondre in 1997. She had a daughter Sarah. Jim married Winnifred Claypool on November 20, 2014. He was lucky enough to do some traveling both before and after he married Winnifred.
He leaves to mourn his loss, his three sons, Wes (Laura), Serenity and Olivia; stepson Jonas of Prince Albert, SK; Brian and Aron of Saskatoon, SK; his siblings Jean Reinhardt (Delmer) of Kindersley, SK; Helen Susut (Bill) of Nanaimo, BC; Ray Clark (Sandy) of Red Deer, AB; plus many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by his parents Winston and Margaret Clark; Carol, Lucille, and Wes’s stepson Austin.
Oyen, Alberta
WORSHIP SERVICES
Merna Shields 1927~2023
Merna May Elberta Shields went to her heavenly home on Saturday February 4, 2023. She passed away peacefully at the Hanna Long Term Care Facility at the age of 95.
Merna was born in Oyen, Alberta on July 29, 1927, to James and Edith Anderson.
She married the love of her life John Graham Shields, and they were blessed with four children, John, Lynn, Dave, and Anna.
Merna was a faithful woman who loved the Lord, her family, church, nursing home staff and her community.
Merna is survived and will be missed by her son John (Shelly) Shields, and daughters: Lynn Shields and Anna (Mike) Babcock; daughter in law, Shirleylee, grandchildren: Santanna, Odessa, Kim-
berly, Taylor, Sierra, Rylee, Ryan, Jeff, Scott, Davey, Dustin, Sierra, Alaina, Michael, Christine, Danielle, and Matthew, Amy, Julie, Shana, Bentley and Jolene; and 24 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her special sister Norma Gummo of Oyen who is going to miss Merna deeply.
She was predeceased by her husband John in 2013, and son Dave in 2021.
A very special thank you to the staff at Hanna Long Term Care for the excellent care she received. The staff were not only her care givers but also became her friends and family.
A Celebration of Life for Merna will be held in the spring with interment at the Craigmyle Cemetery.
If desired donations in memory of Merna can be to the Alberta Fellowship of Christian Cowboys, 1012 - 9 St. West, High River, AB T1V 1B1 or to the Hanna Ladies Auxiliary, Box 23, Hanna, AB, T0J 1P0.
Hanna Funeral Services has been entrusted with the care and arrangements, 403-854-5956, www.hannafuneral.ca.
Glenn Roberts Frog Froggie Buzz Glenn passed away peacefully at home on December 5, 2022, at the age of 59. His heartbroken children, Gavin and Courtney, and wife, Melanie will carry on with the same resilience, fortitude, and gratitude that Glenn has shown over the past eleven years as he faced the impacts of MS on him and his family.
Glenn was raised in Kindersley by his parents Donald and Elizabeth (Betty) Roberts. Glenn’s interests in his youth included Monopoly, cards, baseball/slowpitch, music, drama, hunting, lake time, and hanging with friends. He was an avid sports fan and cheered hard for his teams: The Riders, Green Bay Packers and the Montreal Canadiens. Glenn was passionate about volunteering and contributing to community. He was an active member of Ducks Unlimited and Kinsmen in every community he lived. He worked over his life as a lifeguard, electrician, car salesman, ski hill operator, food and milk deliverer, service writer, and relator. Although by far
Alcoholics Anonymous
Monday: Kindersley AA Meeting 8:00 PM, Legion Hall
Tuesday: Brock AA Meeting 8:00 PM, Vesper Club
Tuesday: Leader AA Meeting
8:00 PM, Leader United Church
Wednesday: Eston AA Meeting
8:00 PM, St. Andrew’s United Church
Thursday: Macklin AA Meeting
8:00 PM, Grace United Church
Friday: Kindersley AA Meeting
8:00 PM, St. Olaf’s Lutheran Church
his favorite job was raising his twins and being a dad!
Glenn and Melanie (Close) were married in July 1995. They were blessed with twins, Gavin and Courtney, in February 2002. Family meant everything to him. Many proud moments as a father and much gratitude for all his family sacrificed for him. He wanted his children to enjoy the same summer freedoms as he did as a kid so maximized as much time at the lake as possible. Still today their favorite family place is Turtle Lake.
Glenn was diagnosed with primary progressive MS in the fall of 2011. He lived every day until he passed knowing he would never get better but only progressively fail. He persevered and let his personality guide him – enjoying all personal interactions, staying positive, and laughing every day!
Glenn was a people person and all who knew him enjoyed his storytelling, wit, and sense of humor. He would prefer we are sharing the good times and laughter rather than mourn his passing. There will be a celebration of Glenn’s life on February 18, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Western Development Museum in North Battleford. If you are unable to attend feel free to share a memory at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca (search for Glenn Roberts).
Sara Martin Funeral Director
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Grade 70 Bulk Chain Clevises - Draw Pins - Hooks
BROCK
FEBRUARY 15 - 18
• 2023 Brock Annual Open Bonspiel. $200 per team. Meat Prizes for event winners. Call or text Jill Speir to enter a team 306-460-9701. Come and enjoy homecooked meals and a fun time!
DENZIL
FEBRUARY 25
• Family Open Bonspiel
MARCH 3-5
• Doubles Open Bonspiel
HOOSIER
SUNDAY SERVICE
• Hoosier Community Church 10:30 am at the Community Hall. Contact Joel Hamm 306-4607056 or Curtis Kornelson 306-460-7327.
KERROBERT
MARCH 3-4
• Kerrobert Curling Open Club Bonspiel. Call 306834-7044 for more information.
* Weekly Walk this Way at the P.C.C. 9:30 - 11:00 AM. Every Tuesday & Thursday.
* Weekly Shuffle Club at the P.C.C. 1:30 PM. Every Monday.
* Weekly Open Curling at the Curling Rink 7:30 PM. Every Tuesday.
KINDERSLEY
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14
• Lego Club at the Kindersley Library. Ages 8-14 3:45-4:45 PM. Every Tuesday until May 30. Lego is provided. Contact Michelle Yates at 306-4634141 or email: kindersley.library@wheatland.sk. ca for more info.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15
• AWANA Boys and Girls Club 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm at the Kindersley Alliance Church, 74 West Rd. Stories, Songs, Games and Learning about God’s Word! For everyone in grade K-6. Call 306463-6568 or email: kacoffice7@gmail.com
• PickleBall 7:00-9:00 PM at Elizabeth School (200 5th Ave. East). South west entrance. Adults of all ages are invited. There is a $50 fee for entire season. Season runs all year. Call Barry Ditson for more info 306-460-8356.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16
• Adult Volleyball 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Kindersley Composite School, 606 3 St E. Adults of all ages are welcome, and there is a fee of $20 to pay for
the season which will run all fall and winter long. Contact Doug Longtin (306) 463-8448.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21
• Kindersley Bellydance is offering a Bellydance for Beginners class every Tuesday from February 21 - March 28 from 5:30-6:45 PM. Held at St. Paul’s United Church (Glidden Room). Try before you buy - try the first class with no obligation. Bring a yoga mat or a blanket. Call Evelyn Faubert 306-463-7191 for more information or email: kindersleybellydance@gmail.com
MARCH 10 & 11
• Chicken and Wine Bonspiel at the Kindersley Curling Club
SATURDAY, MARCH 11
• Kindersley Wildlife Federation Annual Awards Banquet at the Elks Hall, Kindersley. Tickets $50/ adult and $25/child (12 & under). Contact Brooke Kachmarski 306-460-5935.
MARCH 17 - MARCH 18
• Men’s Bonspiel at the Kindersley Curling Club
MARCH 22-26
• SK Provincial Curling Club Championships
* Prairie Crocus Quilt Guild meet 2nd Tuesday of the month September to May at the Pensioner’s Hall (3rd Ave. E.) 7:00 pm. Contact Donna 306463-4785 for more info.
* Interested in a support group for weight management? TOPS meetings; every Monday at 6:00 PM in the Kindersley Senior Centre OR contact Jill at 306-463-4210.
LEADER
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16
• Drop-in Yoga for Teens (Ages 12-18) with instructor Lacy Strutt. at 315-3rd Avenue E. FREE! Bring a Yoga Mat if you have one. Contact Lacy 306-628-7488 for more information.
THURSDAY, MARCH 2
• Drop-in Yoga for Teens (Ages 12-18) with instructor Lacy Strutt. at 315-3rd Avenue E. FREE! Bring a Yoga Mat if you have one. Contact Lacy 306-628-7488 for more information.
* Community Badminton Sundays from 6:00-8:00 PM at the LCS Gym. $2.00. Children under 12 must come with an adult.
• Adult Volleyball Monday evening at LCS Gym.
LUSELAND
APRIL 17-19
• The Prairie Sunset Music Festival will be held at the Alliance Church. Entry deadline is February
15. Check out the Prairie Sunset Music Festival Facebook page for more details.
MARENGO
SATURDAY, MARCH 11
• Puck ‘N’ Funny Stand-Up for Hockey! Marengo Rink Fundraiser at the Marengo Community Hall. Advance Tickets Only: $60. Table Price: $450. 8 seats per table - Limited Availability. Advance Ticket Sale Ends March 3. Tickets available from Shelby Cox 403-664-5112, Village of Marengo Office / Simplot Marengo.
MISCELLANEOUS
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15
February Native Speaker Series
• Topic: Snowy Owls with Presenter Scott Weidensaul, Project SNOWStorm. 12:00pm CT Register Free: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1403788705208167775
THURSDAY, MARCH 2
March Native Speaker Series
• Topic: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Wild Birds. Presenter: Dr. Jolene Giacinti, Wildlife Health Specialist, Science & Technology Branch, Environment and Climate Change Canada 12:00pm CT Register Free: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4531650796623042911
