“You don’t build a business. You build people, then people build the business.“
Zig Ziglar
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Caleb resident recalls his 42 years as a business owner
BY JOAN JANZEN
The week of October 20 to 26th is designated as Small Business Week and a time to acknowledge entrepreneurs who serve our communities. One of those long-time entrepreneurs is now retired and has made Caleb Village his new home for the past year.
Greg Paradis came to Kindersley from Cutknife, Saskatchewan, where he and his family lived on an acreage. His four adult children are now living at Peace River, Red Deer, Battleford, and Unity. He also has ten grandchildren.
Despite facing challenges throughout his life, Greg has always persevered. Growing up on a mixed farm southwest of Cutknife helped instill in him a strong work ethic.
He was born in Unity on February 18, 1953. He had one brother and six sisters who were all a year apart in age. “A couple of my aunts had nine and thirteen kids,” Greg said. “We were all from big families.”
Greg helped his dad on the farm and attended a country school located two and a half miles from his home. But he also loved to learn how things work during his free time at home. “When I was a kid I was always taking things apart and figuring out how to put it back together again,” he explained.
After his years at the country school ended, Greg attended a Catholic middle school in Unity, followed by a public school until his graduation. “Then I worked for a construction company
for sixteen years,” Greg said. There, he was trained in heavy-duty mechanics and apprenticed in welding. Those two trades served him well in his future business.
The next chapter in his life saw Greg working independently and starting his own business, Paradis Services. He contracted with a road construction company, which had him working in Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories, and BC.
“I was gone quite a bit,” he admitted. It was a oneman operation, but occasionally, Greg would hire temporary help. “I fixed everything, both small and big; it didn’t matter,” he added. That included everything from graders, cats, and scrapers to rototillers and lawnmowers.
Greg said business was always steady throughout the years; however, Paradis Services was forced to pause in 2013. “I had a front-end loader fall on me in 2013. I broke my hip, shoulder blade and leg,” he said. “I had to lay on my back for six weeks to heal up because it had shattered my hip socket.”
Greg followed his doctor’s orders and began to heal. He remembered there was a big snowstorm that spring while he was confined to his bed. “I didn’t miss freezing out in the cold!” Greg chuckled.
After one year of rest, he returned to work. Ten years later, in 2023, Greg retired and closed his business after having been in business for forty-two years.
“I liked troubleshooting, and the money was good,” he said. “The biggest change was mechanics changed to technicians.”
While Greg lives at Caleb Village, his wife lives in a care home in Cutknife, where her personal care needs are met. Retirement is a big change and huge adjustment for Greg, but he’s getting used to it.
“I never had time for hobbies; I was always too busy working,” he said. Now, he plays cards two times a week and enjoys happy hour on Fridays. “They treat you good here,” he concluded.
Greg Paradis operated his business ‘Paradis Services’ for 42 years before retiring in 2023 and moving to Caleb Village in Kindersley.
Making music for a lifetime
BY JOAN JANZEN
Anne Dietrich has spent much of her life making music. “I enjoy my life because I love music,” she said. “My life is like that old song - I’ve Been Everywhere.” Anne’s love of music has definitely taken her everywhere.
Anne Scherger was born on a farm eight miles south of Mendham. The three oldest children were born on the farm, and the three younger ones were born in the Leader Hospital.
Anne spent her early school years at a one-room country school three miles from their farm. There were no school buses, only horse-drawn buggies and sleighs.
“We had an old pump organ. That’s how I learned how to play the organ,” Anne explained. “But I always wanted an accordion.”
The Scherger family moved to Mendham when Anne was ten years old, and she got her first accordion when she was fourteen. “Dad went to Regina for an appointment and brought back a white and blue accordion. I still have it to this day,” she said. “I had to practice and practice. The right hand is always easy, but the button on the left-hand side takes a lot of practice. I gradually got better.”
On August 2, 1955, Anne married Bill Dietrich at Mendham. They lived on a farm until moving to Leader. They had four children and now have two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Sadly, two of their children passed away, and Anne’s husband, Bill, passed away in April 2024.
Anne said her first musical ventures began in a country church. “My grandparents did the music, then my parents, and then I took over. I was the third-generation organist,” she said.
Outside of the church walls, she would play her accordion at parties. “I played for a lot of private parties for friends or private events. I wanted to play like Frankie Yankovic,” she said, referring to America’s Polka King.
At that time, she was asked to play with the Zubot band. “We practiced every Monday night. The band was really busy,” she said. They played a lot of oldtime dances in those early years and always started off with polka music to get the adrenaline pumping.
Anne recalls getting paid $10 a night and playing from 10:00 p.m. until 2:00 or 3:00 a.m. “We played in Calgary, Regina and Medicine Hat quite a bit. We were a busy band,” she said.
The Zubot band played at the Mendham homecoming in 1980, where 1400 people came back to their hometown for the event. “It was such a fun time!” she recalled.
The band also played for the Grand Ole Opry in Leader for several years. “It was fun while it lasted,” she added. Anne’s fun times playing in a band lasted for twenty-five years until 1993.
Other musical highlights for Anne included attending the Kimberley International Old Time Accordion Championships for seventeen consecutive years with a group of girlfriends. Each year, on the second weekend in July, Anne and her friends attended the weeklong event.
“You should have seen all the accordions there! Eventually, I got brave enough to start competing there and won some really nice trophies!” Anne exclaimed. “But the highlight of Kimberley was in 2004 when we broke a record. It was called a North American Record - the most accordions playing for the lon-
gest time. Over 600 people playing accordions! It was unreal!”
Anne said 600 hundred musicians practiced together for a long time with one fellow conducting. They practiced playing the Snow Walz, Beer Barrel Polka, Wild Irish Rose, and Home on the Range, over and over.
During the competition they continued to repeat the songs, with all 600 accordions playing together continuously for twenty-five minutes. Anne remembered a little girl with a white and purple accordion was also part of the group. Anne has a CD of the event as a treasured souvenir.
“Every year there were less people attending, and less musicians. Eventually, it came to an end. I really missed that,” she said. During that time, Anne made some cassettes and later made them into CDs.
She met a lot of great accordion players throughout her years, and also had the opportunity to play some songs with Canada’s Polka King. “That was pretty exciting!” Anne noted.
Meanwhile, on the home front, she played her accordion at the Blumenfeld pilgrimage for many years. On more than one occasion, Anne’s music helped lost children find their way back home.
She recalled two occasions when camping at Regina Beach and Cypress. Anne always took her accordion along wherever she went and played sing-songs around a campfire. On both occasions, Anne received a thank you from her parents the following morning. In both instances, a ten-year-old girl wandered away from camp and got lost; however, Anne’s accordion music directed each girl safely back to their parents’ campsite.
These days, you will occasionally hear Anne’s accordion music at a local event, the Friendship Centre, and the seniors’ home. “I am the organist at the Catholic Church in Leader every Sunday. That keeps me busy,” she said.
During a recent power outage, Anne picked up her accordion and began to play. “It’s hard to know when to quit,” she said. The people from Leader and the surrounding area sincerely hope Anne never quits making music.
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Anne Dietrich played her accordion at the Octoberfest at Leader on October 5 where people were invited to learn how to polka. PHOTO BY JOAN JANZEN
Eston hosts “This is Us” event
BY JOAN JANZEN
New citizens and long-time residents attended Eston’s “This is Us” event at the AGT Community Centre on Friday, October 18th. The evening celebrated the community, and newcomers were invited to pick up welcome packages at the door.
Upon arrival, each guest was given a tag with their name, where they had come from, and the length of time they had lived in their new community. The length of time varied from two years to two months, and they came from as far away as Ukraine to various places in Ontario.
The newcomers I spoke to said they came to Eston for a better and more affordable life. However, the move presented challenges for each of them. While some found adjusting to life in a small community challenging, others appreciated a more quiet lifestyle.
Many left extended family behind, while others planned to have family members join them in Saskatchewan. Some came for employment, while others found employment after they arrived. Couples with
young children said it was easier to meet people after school started and athletic programs got underway.
Friday evening’s event was an opportunity for businesses to promote their offerings; however, organizations, clubs, and groups were primarily represented at the Simplot Hall. Each booth provided information, memberships to purchase, and fundraising information.
Refreshments were served while visitors enjoyed browsing amongst the booths. Those who were represented included the Town of Eston & Recreation, RM of Snipe Lake, Communities in Bloom, Wheatland Club, Prairie West Historical Society, Lions & Lions 95 Clubs, Eston Legion, Eston 4H Club, Eston Nurture & Grow Childcare Cooperative, Eston Music Festival, Eston Fire Department, and Lauara Soar Piano Lessons. The information provided by the various organizations was appreciated and helpful; however, the friendly conversation was clearly the highlight of the evening.
“People are friendlier here,” commented a newcomer who had come from a Canadian city.
Newcomers to Eston were welcomed at the “This is Us” event at the Eston AGT Community Centre Friday evening.
Information provided by various organizations was appreciated, but the hugs and friendly visiting were also appreciated by newcomers to Eston. PHOTOS BY JOAN JANZEN
Local organizations and businesses explained what they had to offer to newcomers to Eston.
Great Plains College shares concerns regarding new series of reforms
BY JOAN JANZEN
In September, the federal Minister responsible for immigration and citizenship announced a new series of reforms to reduce the number of temporary residents in Canada. Keleah Ostrander, Vice President of programs and Students at Great Plains College, provided further explanation about these reforms.
She noted that the federal government has indicated that international education has caused housing and infrastructure pressures across the country overall. As such, they started amending policy in January 2024 that would lead to a decline in the overall number of students studying throughout the country with minimal consideration of the differences in the provincial landscapes.
This includes further reductions to overall international student numbers and changes to post-graduate work eligibility only for those studying at public colleges. Keleah advised that the explanation suggested for targeting the college sector programming was due to employment outcomes of graduates from colleges versus universities based on the national data set used by the federal government.
Keleah explained that this is a stark contradiction to the employment literature based at the provincial college sector level, which sees high rates of employment post-graduation. For example, Great Plains College saw 87% of its post-secondary graduates employed 90 days after program completion in 2022.
Keleah pointed out that currently, the only distinction between eligible and ineligible programs is whether the degree is from a college or a university. It’s unfortunate that there is no quality assurance process that examines learning outcomes comparisons.
“Strong advocacy is underway to try and rectify this unfair approach, and we are hopeful this will be a component of the policy that will be amended quickly,” she said.
The colleges support the federal government’s move to ensure more post-graduate work permits are
offered to graduates of programs that align with labour market needs. However, the reforms single out public colleges to prove their programs align with national labour market needs (determined by the federal government) in order to be considered an eligible field of study for a post-graduate work permit.
Keleah explained why this is problematic. National labour market needs are not the same as local labour market needs, and colleges are advocating for eligible programs to align with provincial labour market data rather than the national data available.
Fewer international students mean fewer high-demand programs offered by Great Plains College. Kaleah noted that often the industries that require the highest number of skilled graduates to meet their needs do not have the domestic student interest sufficient to run a program at a reasonable cost per student for the government subsidy.
“The myth is that international enrolments restrict access for domestic students when in reality international students sustain domestic access to programming and lower the cost to serve domestic students for taxpayers,” Kaleah said.
“We want to ensure we are providing our communities and industries with a strong supply of skilled graduates to meet their regional labour market needs. If the full scope of the policy is applied in its current state and the reputation of Canada in the international student market is damaged substantially, it impairs our ability to serve our regions well and deliver these much-needed workers to Saskatchewan. We encourage all to share their concerns about the impacts of these policies,” she advised.
OPINION:
AI can be both helpful and harmful
BY JOAN JANZEN
The following comments are worth considering. “Being famous on Instagram is basically the same thing as being rich in Monopoly.” And the second one is, “What happens on social media stays on Google forever.”
Now, we’re hearing a lot about AI (Artificial Intelligence), but it consists of machine learning algorithms that were invented years ago. Those algorithms perform millions of tasks, including playing games, writing books, flying planes and drones, and even enabling the lame to walk.
Andy Steiger, who has a PhD in technology, said in an online interview, “If you want to know what a thing is, you have to ask what it was made for.” AI is designed not only to imitate humans but also to enhance them.
It processes the information you input into your devices and knows what you like and what you don’t like. More ads will automatically pop up when you’re looking for an item to buy. Or if you’re looking at travelling somewhere, ads will pop up for that area.
“Technology keeps changing, and we have to have an understanding of it so we can navigate it,” Andy explained. “We want to interact with it in a way that’s helpful not harmful.” For instance he finds AI helpful when he
Because AI learns what you like to watch on your screen, it continues to feed you more. If you’re not careful, it can become addictive, and you may find it difficult to pull away.
makes a teaching video, which is then translated into different languages with him actually speaking those languages.
Because AI learns what you like to watch on your screen, it continues to feed you more. If you’re not careful, it can become addictive, and you may find it difficult to pull away. What you’re watching can help you acquire knowledge; however, if a young person begins watching pornography, the system will begin feeding them more of the same. “What can be used for good, can also be used for destructive behaviour,” Andy said. And AI does make mistakes.
Journalist Sharyl Attkisson from the online program Full Measure discovered AI doesn’t always supply factual answers. After receiving a response that she knew was false, she asked AI, “Since
TO THE EDITOR:
Kindersley should be classified as a small city
Kate, Robert and whomever else is responsible, I would just like to give a super compliment to all of Kindersley. Every time I ‘browse’ through The Voice, I am impressed.
Last edition: Kindersley hosted the Sask. Volunteer Fire Fighters Assoc.
school – 340 extra people. Also, the new RCMP station. WOW!
When I lived in Kindersley, we were always ‘movers and shakers’ – the trend has obviously not subsided. Again, you all make one proud to say that is my ‘hometown’ small city: Kindersley should be classified as a small city, not a town.
Richard Hertz, Okanagan Falls, BC
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you had the correct factual information, why did you cite incorrect facts?”
AI responded by apologizing, “As an AI language model, I do not intentionally provide incorrect information. However, I understand I made errors in my previous responses.”
Sharyl pointed out that somebody had inputted false information into AI. Lesson learned: the answers you receive from AI may not be factual.
And it’s called ‘artificial’ for a reason; it replaces the authentic with something artificial. AI can now use all your data and spit out a virtual girlfriend or boyfriend that can be purchased for a texting relationship with someone who has similar likes and interests. It may sound bizarre, but it’s becoming increasingly popular.
My concern is we get so caught up in AI that we give up on everyday relationships,” Andy said. He pointed out that it can keep you online and prevent you from spending time with your family. It can also cause you to pull away from community, as it creates a counterfeit community.
It may be more convenient to connect with online friends who you have never met. But they probably won’t be the ones to help you in a time of need or in a physical crisis. “Real relationships are hard and challenging, but they help you grow as a person,” Andy said. Real
friends keep you accountable in everyday circumstances. “You may become so addicted you prefer living in a counterfeit reality.”
He mentioned a current show called “Alone,” in which they take people out of the community and drop them into the wilderness, where they’re all alone. Andy said, “It doesn’t matter how tough you are; eventually, you’ll break down because of your need for community and relationships.”
Replacing a real human connection with something artificial will never satisfy a person’s need to be loved and appreciated. Or their need to love and appreciate others. It strips away humanity because it’s artificial.
Participating in a community benefits not only you but also others. “Turning inwards becomes very destructive; technology can allow us to do that. We can create virtual worlds that are all about ourselves,” Andy warned. We’re created to be in relationship with others. As we navigate technology we have to continually ask if it is adding to our relationships or hindering our relationships.
AI can do great things, but it can also be destructive, depending on how we use it. The good life is found in community and with family. Sometimes, we take both for granted.
Pop89: Trust the joy
BY MADONNA HAMEL
It is hard to trust moments of joy in times of misfortune. They feel like a cruel joke or a random response to the workings of the universe. My brother’s stroke has left us all stunned and hurt and wondering where the joy went. And still, moments of sudden laughter and wonder break through. Then, the trick is to let them land, to give their credence and their due. Let them settle into the broken places of our being.
I remember the first time I realized I’d started to trust “pain” more than joy. I lived in Memphis, TN, where pain is a long-standing reality. Memphis is The Home of the Blues, after all. And it sits, plop in the middle of the Trail of Tears. And it’s a Civil War cemetery. Sadness seeps up through the red soil. There, the tendency of my fellow artists to flirt with danger seemed to come with the territory. They often wandered the shores of the Mississippi and the streets of Memphis at night and were more than once chased or accosted by junkies. I noted how danger is a drug in itself- a hit one can get hooked on.
But why isn’t joy as powerful as danger? I wondered. Maybe this is part of the tragic romanticism of an over-extended adolescence – to believe the bad stuff was somehow more valid and real than the good. There’s a phase in one’s development – especially in those nihilistic twenties when it’s all about me,
There’s a phase in one’s development –especially in those nihilistic twenties when it’s all about me, and the drama is only and always happening to Me personally. When “wisdom” means accepting that “bad” is the default spot.
and the drama is only and always happening to Me personally. When “wisdom” means accepting that “bad” is the default spot. Life is suffering, you say, so get used to it. Be realistic. Grow up. You begin closing up.
But now I respect the people who can resist the urge to be glum, misanthropic, distrusting, closed. I admire the risk it takes to be present to the big and small joys that surround us daily. Like the magnificent woods that surround my brother’s cabin on Cortes. Despite the fact that he is forced to sell his land full of breathing, ancient, giant first-growth trees, the magic and beauty is here to behold until it’s sold.
The tendency to pre-empt wonder and enchantment because of a future loss is as insane as not falling in love with life because, hey, we’re all gonna die one day. Like the old aphorism says: It is better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all. So: Don’t cry that it’s over, smile that it happened.
Oh, so easy to say when you are not the one who’s had the stroke. Walking the forest for the last time before heading back to the prairie, I realized that all the special places he loved to show us - the trees with cubby holes big enough to fit two standing adults, the moss-covered branches that look like creatures springing from tree trunks into the air, the rocky face with a clear view of the ocean - he can no longer make out. He can’t even find them, let alone discern them or remember them. It’s enough to make a person cynical. To not trust Good Times, to be on guard for inevitable Hard Times around the corner.
However, the only place wonder and enchantment, miracles and magic can occur are in this very moment and very close: like the arm blanket covering my feet as I write this.
But what if this very moment also reminds us of what we can’t see or remember? How then do we trust the joy? My brother says that when he was in ICU he heard a voice say: “You must accept everything that happens to you.” And he suspects that it is through acceptance that we pass through the fear, shock, and doom. In fact, fear, shock and doom - along with nausea, a bad smell in the sinus cavity and an electric buzz passing over the skull - describe his periodic semi-seizures. Several times over the last six weeks, he’s reached out his hand to me, and I’ve grabbed it and held it tight while he passes through a few
minutes of terror.
So, when driving along a stretch of highway on our way back to the hotel after a visit with the brain doc, imagine the “joy” I felt when from the passenger seat he reached for my hand, and it was not because he was having a seizure, but because he could see. For the first time in a year and a half, he could see the road in front of us, the ocean on his right and me, seated at the steering wheel, on his right. When was the last time you cried for the gift of sight - the joy of being able to see? This is what my brother has taught me.
The miracle, as I’ve written, lasted about twenty minutes. But it happened two more times after that. And each time the moment was a cause for celebration. And a tiny opening for hope - something he dared not allow. Hope, he often said after his stroke, is a burden. What self-centred, over-intellectualizing moron told you that? I wanted to ask. Hope is human. Joy reminds us there is much to hope for.
Then there’s the poet Christian Wiman who, having undergone treatments for a rare brain disease which should have killed him a decade ago, has just edited a collection of poetry on the subject of joy. He writes: “There is some inexplicable connection between suffering and joy. One of the greatest graces of this existence is that we are able to experience joy in the midst of suffering.”
While I understand what Wiman is saying, I’m not about to suggest to anyone in the middle of their suffering that they find the grace to experience the joy. Grace is not something you just call up. But maybe being open is a start.
Campbell makes NHL coaching history
BY BRUCE PENTON
When Dan Bylsma went searching for an assistant coach to join him on the Seattle Kraken’s bench, he wasn’t out to make history; he was simply looking for the best coach available.
In Jessica Campbell, he thinks he got both. The best coach available and an historic hire — the first female coach in the National Hockey League.
BY BRUCE PENTON Sports Columnist
Campbell, who grew up in Rocanville, a small mining town in eastern Saskatchewan, was eminently qualified for the historic post. A hockey lifer, she has paid her dues on the ice and in the coaching ranks, and now she has almost reached the mountaintop.
Only one step remains, and that would be a head coach. Only time will tell if the best hockey league in the world is ready for that, but Campbell’s credentials are strong and if a woman is ever named to a head coaching position, it would surprise no one if it were her.
Jessica’s parents, Gary and Monique Campbell were in the stands at Climate Pledge Arena Oct. 8 to watch their daughter make history.
Gary recalls saying to Jessica when she was younger, and seemingly obsessed with hockey, ’You don’t get tired of putting on your skates every day, and going out every day?’ And she kind of looked at me and said ‘no, why, dad?’”
After a playing career at Cornell University and a short stint with Canada’s women’s national team, Campbell spent three seasons with the Calgary Inferno of the Canadian Women’s Hockey League. Her strength was skating, and teaching skating to others, and her coaching career blossomed when fellow Saskatchewanian Damon Severson, now a defenceman with Columbus Blue Jackets, worked with her. Through the Severson connection, Campbell eventu-
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Campbell, who grew up in Rocanville, a small mining town in eastern Saskatchewan, was eminently qualified for the historic post. A hockey lifer, she has paid her dues on the ice and in the coaching ranks, and now she has almost reached the mountaintop.
ally wound up with a number of NHLers under her tutelage at her Kelowna power skating school. She later coached in Sweden and Germany and her work was noticed by Bylsma, who later hired her as an assistant with Coachella Valley Firebirds of the American Hockey League.
When Bylsma was hired by the Kraken in late May to replace Dave Hakstol, he knew exactly where to look for an assistant. “We’re going to see a woman behind the bench for the first time in the National Hockey League and it’s monumental,” Bylsma told The Athletic. “But the (goal) was to get the best coach — and it happened to be Jessica Campbell.”
So how did she get behind the bench in Seattle? Campbell was hired by the German national team for the 2022 men’s world championship, and her work helped improve the team’s powerplay. Bylsma was an observer at the event and was impressed with her work ethic, her communication skills and overall success with the powerplay and penalty killing units and hired her in Coachella Valley. After Campbell’s two years behind the Firebirds’ bench, Bylsma knew she had the skills to coach at a higher level. “She has something to provide to players, and they immediately recognize what she has to offer to them and their careers and their growth and development,” Bylsma said in The Athletic story.
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Rocky start to the season for Oilers
BY GREG BUCHANAN
The Edmonton Oilers are off to their second rancid start in two seasons. This time, they lost their first three games before pulling out a dramatic OT win over Philly to close off their four-game home stand.
They were not very good in every portion of their game on those home-ice losses. If this happens in November or December, you figure it out. You’ve got some other games to insulate you. Right now, it’s the only thing you’ve got to look at.
The Oiler players can tell themselves they’re committed, can tell themselves they’re engaged, but they’re not quite there. When I watch the Oilers, they’re not quite there in every facet of the game. They’re not quite physical enough. They’re not quite committed enough defensively. They don’t track back quite enough. They don’t get enough saves. All of that
adds up to loss, loss, loss.
I don’t care about the fancy stats—this Oilers team was better with Ceci, Desharnais, McLeod, and Holloway— and they are missing Kane. There’s no solid defending, and the guys they picked up are old and exhausted after 1.5 periods. There’s no grit, energy, or toughness.
Here is the bottom line: What do they have? Three goals. What do they have $78 million tied up in offence, and we’re going to blame the defence? Like, give me a break. The bottom line is this team is built on offence. It’s got some of the best players on the planet. They went and got (Jeff) Skinner and Arvidsson to give more offensive thrust and push. They haven’t done it. Until the offence improves, nothing else is going to improve. They’re not paying the price. They’re not going hard where you need to go hard. They’re not getting in and digging in.
Oilers fans take a deep breath; IT IS AN 82 GAME SCHEDULE.
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in the WNBA are complaining bitterly about the media focus on Caitlin Clark whose great play has increased attendance. Those WNBA morons would win the lottery and complain about paying the taxes on it.”
• Vancouver comedy guy Torben Rolfsen: “You can’t spell Oakland without the A’s”
• New York Post reader Joe Shepherd, bashing a new version of the Red Sox uniforms: “Nothing says Red Sox like a Clarabell the Clown yellow and blue costume. And that’s what they are: Costumes, not uniforms.”
• RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com: “One of Canada’s legalized-marijuana regulations is it cannot be packaged in any way that will attract teenagers. Look for bags of weed covered with curling photos.”
• Mike Bianchi of the Orlando Sentinel: “University of Florida coach coach Billy Napier says he still thinks there’s a path to save his job. Unfortunately, the path goes over Mount Everest, through the Amazon Rainforest, into the jaws of an active volcano and is blocked by a bunch of Gator fans with pitchforks.”
• Super 70s Sports, under a photo of Joe Torre dancing in a night club: “Joe Torre missed the final two months of the 1977 season after being diagnosed with night fever.”
• RJ Currie again: “Winnipeg opened the NHL season with a 6-0 whipping of the Oilers — in Edmonton. It’s nice to see the Jets getting a promising early-season jump on their eventual playoff collapse.”
• Another RJ Currie offering: “Someone broke into Ex-Maverick Charlie Villanueva’s home in Dallas and stole his toilet. Police say no arrests have been made because there’s nothing to go on.”
• Headline at theonion.com: “Travis Kelce Suffers Film-Career-Beginning Injury”
• Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun: “Two days ago, Ivan Ivan, my favourite, favourite name of a hockey player was still on the roster of the Colorado Avalanche. I look forward, forward to the day Ivan Ivan gets recalled.”
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Klippers will look to repeat as league champions
BY PHIL HEILMAN
The Sask West Hockey League (SWHL) is back for its 25th season of operation. The same seven teams are also back and ready to go, with a smaller 12-game regular season schedule.
Before we look at each team, a quick disclaimer that rosters are ever-changing and some of this could age really well.
It is time to have a new conversation in Regina. We need to invest in the future, de-regulate and unleash our local industry and clear the path for farm to fork foods. The political parties won’t. We can. I hope to earn your vote on October 28th.
Biggar Nationals
It might be a tough year in the land of the Hanson Buck this year, with quite a few players moving on from the team, including five locals. The Nats are coming off a strong 2023/24 season, pushing the Hafford Hawks to the limit in the 1st round before bowing out. Goaltender Brett Matlock is a key returnee from that team and will likely have to perform all sorts of magic tricks to get his team some wins this year.
Edam 3 Stars
The long-time powerhouse is back with essentially the same roster, with just a bit of tinkering to solidify their numbers. Cody Danberg is back from injury for another year, but the Stars did lose a couple of bigname locals. Edam had a strong campaign last year but bowed out in a 1st round sweep to the Macklin Mohawks. With Danberg and the Fransoos leading the charge, the status quo should be at a minimum.
Hafford Hawks
Hafford was the surprise of the SWHL last year, surpassing all expectations and almost robbing Kindersley of 2nd place. Despite all that, it was a struggle to keep the band together, with some players leaving. Connor Neave and Zane Florence are key adds to a good team that flies under the radar. The Hawks are looking to ride the 2nd round playoff exit to the Klippers in 4 games. Hopefully, they can get the ice in at a regular time this year!
Kindersley Sr Klippers
Is the Champions Cash deal over yet? Did Carson Grolla ever make it back to work? Jokes aside, the ‘David” finally overcame it all and won their first league Championship as the Klippers and Kindersley’s first since the Red Lions in 2012/13. The band is back to-
gether to repeat, with some roster tinkering on the bottom six and some movement on the import front. The Brick Wall, known as Logan Drackett, will again be key.
Macklin Mohawks
The team with one of the strongest cores of local players continues to plug along at a high level. Despite bowing out in straight games to the Wilkie Outlaws in the second round, they went on to win a provincial championship, defeating the Redvers Rockets in three games. Again, tinkering with the roster was in order, but the bulk of last year’s team remains. Important spark plugs Carson Pickett and Cody McKinnon will be looked upon to continue pulling the cart.
Unity Miners
They won a game! And they overhauled their roster in the summer. The core of young locals is around still, but they were able to add some big notch snipers to round out the roster. The Dziurzynski brothers, along with Daniel Hilsendagger should inject an important boost to a growing team.
Wilkie Outlaws
The league runner-up and the Provincial’ C’ Champions were able to keep the band together for another year for one more run at a double banner. Back are big guns, Ryan Keller and Derek Keller. Some young locals are coming back to fill out the roster as well. High expectations are always in the air for the Outlaws.
The new season starts on November 8th, with the Wilkie Outlaws hosting the Hafford Hawks and a contest between the Edam 3 Stars and the Biggar Nationals in Biggar. The season concludes on January 26th, 2025, with an afternoon matchup between the Outlaws and Biggar at ‘the Jube.’
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Yvette Schuh, Treasurer
Captain Carson Grolla and the Kindersley Klippers are looking to repeat as Sask West Champs in 2025. The team participated in the Goose Festival Parade this past September. PHOTO BY KATE WINQUIST
On Friday afternoon, the staff at Caleb Village were dressed up and ready to serve a medieval feast. Meanwhile, all the residents and their guests donned colourful paper crowns. PHOTO BY JOAN JANZEN
REMEMBERING WHEN The Kitchen Table
BY KEITH SCHELL
When our busy family finds the time to get together these days, it is generally for a birthday or one of the traditional meal-oriented holidays like Easter, Thanksgiving or Christmas.
When we congregate at someone’s home, we tend to gather at a special place and spend the majority of our time together in that one particular place. That one particular place in our home is the special bonding place that holds our family together.
That bonding place is the kitchen table.
and ends at the kitchen table.
Bills were paid at the kitchen table. Major family discussions took place at the kitchen table. Major decisions were made at the kitchen table. And when we were bad and had to be punished, sentence was often meted out by our parents at the kitchen table.
The kitchen table is the focal point in the average family’s house - the place in the family home where everyone gets together to catch each other up on their lives. That’s where the eating is done, that’s where the talking is done, that’s where the laughing is done, and that’s where the bonding is done.
Everything in our family gatherings tends to revolve around time spent at the kitchen table, and it always has, from our early childhood meals to the spirited after-dinner conversations we have in our present-day adulthood.
When we were very little, we ate all our meals at the kitchen table. It was the one place where everyone got together at the same time. You were asked how school went that day, and Mom and Dad discussed the events and happenings of their day (and as a kid, if you kept your mouth shut and your ears open, you could sometimes learn some very interesting things).
You learned your manners at the kitchen table. This is where you learned to eat with your mouth closed, sit up straight and keep your elbows off the table, not stick your tongue out or flick peas at your brothers and sisters, not slurp your soup, and all the other lessons in good table manners essential to helping you grow up to be a well-rounded and well-mannered person.
When Mom was working in the kitchen and wanted to keep an eye on you, you played at the kitchen table. When you got a model for your birthday and wanted to glue it together, you put newspapers down and glued it together at the kitchen table. You drew pictures in drawing pads or on pieces of paper at the kitchen table. You coloured in colouring books at the kitchen table. You peeled potatoes and carrots for dinner at the kitchen table. When the neighbour ladies got together for coffee and gossip, they all sat around the kitchen table. And, in the absence of having his own shop, Dad would sometimes fix small appliances or other odds
Family game night was always at the kitchen table, whether it be crokinole, monopoly, risk, tabletop hockey or other kids’ games you played with your siblings. Your parents would play assorted card games with friends at the kitchen table. In the absence of a den or a man cave, your Dad might occasionally play poker with his buddies when Mom would let him (usually over a few alcoholic beverages), and it was usually at the kitchen table.
Christmas and birthday gifts were sneakily wrapped on the kitchen table when the gift recipient wasn’t around. Greeting cards for various events like birthdays and anniversaries and Christmas were often signed on the kitchen table to be sent to friends and loved ones. Notes were usually left on the kitchen table to let others know where you were going and what you were doing or to tell you to pick up milk on your way home.
Birthday parties, mostly for little kids and sometimes for grownups, were always held around the kitchen table. That’s where the songs were sung, the cake was cut and eaten, the gifts were opened, and the birthday pictures for the photo album were taken, always around the kitchen table.
For all these life events and many more, the kitchen table was always front and center in the middle of the action. So many family memories have been made around the kitchen table. If your kitchen table could talk over the years what stories it could tell!
Everyone takes the kitchen table for granted, but in many ways, it can be the most important piece of furniture in the house.
So the next time you take a meal at the kitchen table, think about how many family memories, both happy and sad, your kitchen table has been witness to.
And take solace in one thing: whatever you may need it for in the future, be it a meal, a special event or simply a gathering of loved ones, you will always have the steadfast and unconditional support of the most important piece of family-friendly furniture in your home:
The kitchen table!
Keith Schell
STARS and EMS assist with single vehicle rollover
Police are asking anyone with information about these or any other crime(s) to please contact the Rosetown RCMP at 306882-5700, Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers anonymously at www. saskcrimestoppers.com 1-800-222TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com
• Kyle RCMP are investigating a harassing communications complaint in Beechy.
• Kyle RCMP received a report of an erratic driver on Highway 4. Members were unable to locate the vehicle.
• Rosetown RCMP received a traffic complaint on Highway 7. Members were unable to locate the vehicle.
• Kyle RCMP received a complaint of a railway crossing not working properly on Highway 4. Members attended and cleared once the crossing was fixed.
• Rosetown RCMP received a report of a single vehicle rollover on Highway 4. 2 occupants with injuries, STARS and EMS assisted. Collision is still under investigation.
• Kyle RCMP investigated a dog complaint in Rosetown.
• Kyle RCMP investigated a mischief complaint in Rosetown.
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• Kyle RCMP received a traffic complaint on Highway 7. Members were unable to locate vehicle.
• Rosetown RCMP were requested to assist EMS in Sovereign.
• Rosetown RCMP received a complaint of a stolen vehicle near Rosetown. ***Update 2024-10-16 Vehicle recovered by Saskatoon Police Service.***
• Rosetown RCMP are investigating a theft of a sideby-side in Rosetown.
• Kyle RCMP located a traffic hazard on Highway 4. Members removed the hazard from the roadway.
• Rosetown RCMP received a report of harassing communications. Members spoke with the complaint and subject of complaint and nothing further was required.
• Rosetown RCMP are investigating an uttering threats call in Rosetown.
• Rosetown RCMP receiving a traffic complaint on Highway 7. There was insufficient evidence to proceed.
• Kyle RCMP receiving a mischief complaint in Elrose.
• Kyle RCMP attended a wellbeing check in Rosetown.
• Kyle RCMP are investigating an uttering threats complaint in Kyle, SK 2024-10-17 at 0720 hrsRosetown RCMP received a report of a two vehicle collision on Highway 7. No injures were reported.
There were 117 Traffic related charges issued, 2 911 mis-dial calls and 3 false alarm calls. Police are asking anyone with information about these or any other crime(s) to please contact the Rosetown RCMP at 306882-5700, Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers anonymously at www.saskcrimestoppers.com 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com
OCTOBER 20-26, 2024
Shopping local means buying groceries in town rather than running to the city, it means shopping at your local hardware store rather than ordering on Amazon, it means running an ad in the local newspaper rather than just posting on Facebook
When we support local, we are supporting a local family. Our local businesses and entrepreneurs are the life of our communities. They pay local taxes and create local jobs.
Supporting local literally helps business owners put food on their table, it keeps kids in our schools and in our sports programs
Spending local means businesses have money to donate back to community groups.
Quite simply, the money we choose to spend here, stays here. And the reality is every dollar spent online leaves our area and is never coming back.
If the state of the world has taught us anything maybe it is the value of community We need each other, and we rely on each other. So let’s support each other. Together, we can keep our business community strong in these tough times and beyond.
“Bringing great people onto your team is about demonstrating that size really doesn’t matter—people do.“ Jess Campbell
Family businesses have a unique charm and a strong foundation that often give them an edge over their competitors. In recognition of BDC Small Business WeekTM taking place from October 20 to 26, 2024, here are five reasons you should support a family business in your area:
5 reasons family businesses have a competitive edge
1. Long-term vision: Family businesses are motivated by a desire to create a legacy for future generations. This long-term perspective encourages strategic planning and sustainable growth, enabling them to withstand economic challenges. Their commitment to posterity ensures you can rely on the businesses being around for the long haul.
You’ve heard the phrase Shop Local
but do you know what it really means
2. Trust and loyalty: With a focus on familial bonds, trust and loyalty are integrated into every aspect of the business. Employees are often valued as extended family, leading to improved morale, reduced turnover and enhanced productivity.
3. Strong culture and values: Strong values embedded within the family’s ethos guide the business ethically and socially. This sense of purpose resonates with customers, fostering brand loyalty. Therefore, you can feel good about supporting a business that prioritizes integrity and community values.
4.Flexibility in ownership: Family businesses have the
flexibility to customize ownership structures to fit their unique circumstances, allowing smooth transitions between generations and promoting continuity. This stability means you can count on continued quality and service over time.
5. Community engagement:Many family businesses are deeply rooted in their communities and proactively contribute to local growth and well-being. This community engagement builds trust and goodwill, further enhancing their competitive position.
This year, you can observe BDC Small Business WeekTM by supporting your local family businesses to ensure they thrive and inspire in your community’s ever-evolving business landscape. Visit bdc.ca for more information.
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Qualities women bring to business
Women continue to thrive in the workforce. Wells Fargo reports that, from 2019 to 2023, the growth rate of women-owned businesses outpaced the rate of men-owned businesses in relation to number of firms, rate of employment and revenue earned. LinkedIn also indicates there are 114 percent more women entrepreneurs now than there were 20 years ago.
Every business owner or employee brings something unique to the employment landscape and certain characteristics are universal, regardless of gender. Still, there are certain qualities that women bring to the workforce that can help businesses excel. Forbes indicates women employees offer traits that can help drive engagement, productivity, satisfaction, and various other attributes. The following are some of the traits women may bring to business.
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Emotional intelligence
Women First Jobs says that women often bring high emotional intelligence to the table. Emotional intelligence involves understanding and managing emotions and the emotions of others. Women may be more inclined to understand different perspectives and to help resolve conflicts and build relationships.
Collaboration
Together
Women employees often have traits that can foster collaboration in the workplace, such as reading non-verbal cues and willingness to take turns in conversations, indicates Forbes. This can help everyone collaborate more effectively.
Communication
The IWEC Foundation, which empowers women entrepreneurs, says women tend to be effective communicators and often make great leaders because of this trait and their ability to inspire others. Communication often is key to any relationship, whether personal or in a business setting.
Organization and planning
The question isn’t, why shop local?
Women may excel at organizing and planning. Women can look at things with a detail-oriented eye and recognize flaws in plans even before getting started. This means women can be in charge of distributing workloads or organizing the schedules of others.
The real question is what happens to our area if we don’t?
Room for improvement
Women in the workplace continually seek opportunities for improvement, advises Sparklight Business. This can involve taking advice from other workers and peers. Women leaders embrace opportunities to do things better and work to improve their skills for the greater good.
Adaptability
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“Take criticism seriously, but not personally. If there is truth or merit in the criticism, try to learn from it. Otherwise, let it roll right off you.”“
Hillary Clinton
Even though it is a cliche, women tend to be natural multi-taskers. Handling multiple jobs at the same time means women can adapt to changing situations.
Generally speaking, there are some inherent characteristics women may possess that can make them viable assets as business owners or leaders in their fields.
3 tips to to update a resume to align with the modern job market
The job market can be unpredictable. Though reports on jobs suggest the market is now flooded with openings, working professionals looking to change careers or switch firms know the reality of modern job hunting is no walk in the park.
Reports indicate that there was an average of one opening for every two applicants on the professional social networking site LinkedIn at the onset of summer 2023. Professionals also are contending with a job market in which firms that hurried to hire applicants during the pandemic are now being more deliberate with their hiring process, sometimes interviewing candidates as many as six times before concluding the process. In addition, a 2023 survey from TIME/ Harris Poll found that 52 percent of applicants with a bachelor’s degree or higher completed an interview process without receiving a job offer.
agement level can emphasize past experiences in which they took on a supervisory role to complete a project.
2. Include important keywords.
You’ve heard the phrase “Shop Local” before, but do you know what it really means for your community?
The frustration many modern professionals feel when looking for new opportunities may stem from how easy it can be to apply for a job but never hear back. Indeed notes that many hiring managers utilize applicant tracking system (ATS) software when considering applications. Such programs scan resumes for predetermined keywords, discarding applications that do not include them. Reading each listing carefully can shed light on which keywords to include, as the right terms tend to be right there in the job description. Indeed also advises mentioning the company’s name and exact position title in the summary statement or career objective section.
If the state of the
There’s no denying the difficulty professionals seeking new jobs face when they begin their search. Though there’s no guarantee the right opportunity will come along quickly, professionals can update their resumes in three notable ways to increase the chances their applications are seen.
3. Don’t forget the person who will read your resume.
Together, we can keep our business community strong in these
1. Write a new summary.
The question isn’t, why shop local?
The professional resources experts at Indeed recommend individuals write a new summary of their work history that reflects their qualifications for any job they intend to apply for. Consider past accomplishments, tasks and responsibilities that are applicable to each opening and emphasize those in the summary. For example, individuals aspiring to move up to man-
The real question is what happens to our area if we don’t?
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Though ATS software plays an integral role in modern hiring, eventually a human being will see the resume if it gets past the ATS portion of the vetting process. Before submitting a resume, read it several times to ensure it reflects your accomplishments, talents and aspirations and not just the keywords that will get the document seen by human eyeballs. Numerous resumes will get past the ATS software, so it’s imperative that the resume illustrates a candidate’s qualifications and talents.
Modern job seeking is time-consuming and often frustrating. Getting past the vetting process involves updating a resume so applicants can use the modern hiring process to their advantage.
Why solopreneurs are on the rise: Gen Z
In recent years, solopreneurship has been on the rise among Generation Z. These new one-person companies have been reshaping the business landscape by challenging traditional business models, paving the way for innovative approaches to entrepreneurship.
What’s Gen Z?
You’ve heard the phras but do you know what it really means for your community?
Generation Z, or Gen Z, refers to individuals born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s. This generation has grown up in a highly connected and technologically advanced world, which has shaped their values and perspectives.
Why this generation?
Unlike previous generations, Gen Z solopreneurs prioritize meaningful work over traditional career paths, seeking opportunities to create their own destinies. With access to vast amounts of information and resources online, they’re empowered to turn their passions and skills into viable businesses with minimal overhead costs.
es freelance, side-hustle and remote work, has further fuelled the rise of Gen Z solopreneurs, blurring the lines between work and personal life. This shift has made entrepreneurship an increasingly attractive option for this generation, as they value the ability to work from anywhere, set their own schedules and pursue multiple interests simultaneously.
The question isn’t, why shop local?
The real question is what happens to our area if we don’t?
The gig economy, which encompass-
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As Gen Z continues to redefine the business landscape, their entrepreneurial endeavours promise to profoundly shape the future of work. During BDC Small Business WeekTM, which will take place from October 20 to 26, 2024, take the time to support these young entrepreneurs and their innovative business approaches.
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Maintaining work-life balance
of small business owners, 41% of those surveyed said they need support to better balance work and family.
WorkplaceHealth Joti Samra (R.Psych.) says conven tional concepts about work-life balance are often over ly restrictive for entrepreneurs and actually introduce more stress into their lives. They are in fact one of the greatest sources of stress, affecting 54% of those surveyed, which is a significant increase over recent years.
You’ve
For business owners whose personal life and work tend to overlap, it may be a good idea to seek harmony, rather than balance, between these two spheres.
heard the phrase but do you know what it really
Shopping local means buying groceries in it means shopping at your local hardware it means running an ad in the local newspap
“A lot of people think work-life balance means working only a fixed number of hours a week, or clocking out at a certain time of day and leaving work behind,” says Samra. “That’s not realistic for most entrepreneurs. The boundaries are naturally blurry.”
When we support local, we are supporting a local family Our local businesses and entrepreneurs are the life of our communities They pay local taxes and create local jobs
every one of those areas every day of your life.”
She advocates instead for work-life ‘harmony,’ which is focusing on getting all the pieces to ‘play’ well together. That will look different for each person and evolve over time as work and personal circumstances shift.
Supporting local literally helps business owners put food on their table, it keeps kids in our schools and in our sports programs
Giving yourself the flexibility to focus on one area at a time and not feel guilty about it will go a long way to keeping your self-expectations manageable and your stress under control, Samra says.
Spending local means businesses have money to donate back to community groups
Quite simply the money we choose to spend here stays here
And the reality is every dollar spent online leaves our area and is never coming back
Why harmony matters
Without work-life harmony, Samra says entrepreneurs may be at risk of burnout.
“Sometimes, spending some time with your kids means you’ll have to skip a workout. Or getting a new product launched means you’ll see less of your friends for a few weeks.”
If the state of the world has taught us anything maybe it is the value of community We need each other, and we rely on each other So let’s support each other
Burnout is an occupational phenomenon recognized by the World Health Organization that results from unmanaged chronic occupation-related stressors.
Together, we can keep our business community strong in these tough times and beyond
“Most entrepreneurs are very high achievers with a lot of ideas and plans,” she says. “Usually, that works well for them, but it can lead to burnout if they don’t get a chance to recharge.”
The question isn’t, why shop local? The real question is what happens to our area if we don’t?
2. Be intentional abo ut what you focus on: She advises setting work and personal priorities—knowing what’s non-negotiable and has to get done today, this week or this month, identifying the actions you need to take to achieve those priorities, and accepting that other things will have to wait.
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According to Samra, signs of burnout include physical, mental and emotional exhaustion, trouble concentrating, feeling emotionally distant from things you used to enjoy, irritability and distraction. All of these can impact productivity and the quality of work.
Tips for achieving work-life harmony
Samra suggests three things entrepreneurs can do to harmonize their work and personal lives and insulate themselves from burnout:
1. Let go of perfectionism: “Many people aspire to be the perfect parent and the perfect boss,” she says, “and to be fit, eat well, get eight hours of sleep every night, have quality time with all their friends and family. But it’s not realistic. You’re not going to hit an A+ in
“It’s hard, because there are almost always too many things on the to-do list,” she says. “You have to be OK with letting some of them go.”
3. Hit the pause button: “As entrepreneurs, we’re always going, always doing, and it’s hard to find the time to stop, look around and adjust our work-life harmony.”
She suggests taking the time to stop and see if you actually want something different.
“We often talk about how to bounce back after hard times,” she says. “There is an opportunity to make changes so you can bounce forward instead—and get yourself one step closer to your ideal life.”
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Visit our page on entrepreneurs’ well-being to find testimonials, practical tips and other resources to support and prioritize your mental health.
“Balance is not something you find; it’s something you create.“
Jana Kingsford
Does my business have to collect sales taxes?
Most businesses in Canada have to collect the goods and services tax (GST)/harmonized sales tax (HST) on taxable supplies of property (goods) and services made in Canada, including many supplies of real property, like buildings and land, and intangible personal property, such as intellectual property rights, admissions and digitized products downloaded over the Internet.
The HST applies in the provinces that have harmonized their sales tax with the GST. These provinces are New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario and Prince Edward Island.
earned from worldwide sales of taxable supplies for you and your associates, including the supply of zero-rated (taxable at zero percent) property and services. Supplies of goodwill, financial services and sales of capital property are excluded from this calculation.
You’ve heard the phrase “Shop Local” before, but do you know what it
The GST is imposed on the supply of taxable property and services in the remaining provinces and territories, with the addition of a provincial sales tax or a retail tax depending on the jurisdiction. There is no provincial sales tax in Alberta or in Canada’s three territories.
Do I have to register for the GST/HST?
Generally, if you provide taxable property and services in Canada and your total taxable revenues exceed $30,000 in any single calendar quarter or in four consecutive calendar quarters, you will have to register for the GST/HST.
What are total taxable revenues?
Your total taxable revenues are all amounts
Taxable supplies refer to the sale of property and services in the course of a commercial activity that are subject to the GST/HST.
Zero-rated supplies include things such as basic groceries (milk, bread and vegetables), agricultural products, prescription drugs and certain medical devices, feminine hygiene products, exports and many transportation services where the origin or destination is outside Canada.
How do I register for the GST/HST?
You generally received a GST/HST account number when you request a business number with the Canada Revenue Agency. You can also register voluntarily if you are not a resident of Canada.
Do I have to collect provincial sales taxes?
Businesses operating in provinces with the HST only have to register with the federal government and collect the harmonized tax.
The question isn’t, why shop local?
The real question is what happens to our area if we don’t?
However, if you sell taxable supplies in Saskatchewan, you may be required to register with the provincial government to collect the provincial sales tax.
Tax exemptions for small vendors vary from province to province. In Manitoba and British Columbia, for example, small vendors with total taxable revenues exceeding $10,000 are required to collect provincial taxes. There are no exemptions for small suppliers in Saskatchewan.
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Canadian School of Hydrocarbon Measurement LR
BY BRIAN ZINCHUK
ESTEVAN – After a several-year hiatus, the Canadian School of Hydrocarbon Measurement, or CSHM, will be holding its Saskatchewan School in Estevan on Nov. 20 at Southeast College.
The event used to be an annual thing, and then a little virus called COVID-19 came along and there hasn’t been a school in Saskatchewan since.
The CSHM website notes, “The objective of the school, alongside the supporting associations and the operational and manufacturing entities within the petroleum and natural gas sector, is to offer educational guidance in technical domains to individuals associated with the industry.
“We aim to convey knowledge about effective facility design, the proper setup, functioning, and upkeep of measurement and necessary regulatory equipment, as well as the safe management of natural gas. Accurate and useful information is also developed and published for the benefit of the industry and the general public.
“During the school you will have access to classrooms lead by field experts, meet industry partners at the trade show along with numerous networking opportunities.”
Doug Martens, President & CEO of Primec Controls Canada, is the Saskatchewan Committee chairperson. He shared with Pipeline Online, “We have Tim McMillan as our guest speaker. There will be a message from the energy regulator as well.”
McMillan is a former Saskatchewan energy minister and former CEO of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers.
Martens added, “It’s a volunteer committee that’s a trifecta of producers & mid-streamers, the energy regulator and service companies. And it’s a subset of the industry measurement group and the Canadian Institute of Hydrocarbon Measurement and an offshoot from the Calgary Canadian School of Hydrocarbon Measurement.”
The event has been well-attended in the past. “I think we had 130 people at the one in 2019. We’re anticipating at least that,” Martens said.
“We got shut down in 2020 and 2021.”
He noted the provincial energy regulator reached out to the institute in Calgary and indicated it might be of value to hold another school in this province.
Accurate hydrocarbon measurement throughout the industry is important on many levels, from regulatory compliance & emissions controls, ensuring partners & mineral owners get paid properly, and for geological data such as cumulative production numbers when considering the next drilling location.
The abstracts have been received and the ones to be presented will be announced in a few days. The trade show has sold out.
Kendal
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tax lien will be registered against the
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Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.
Dated this 22nd day of October, 2024.
Lisa Ensor Acting Administrator
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[Section 82 of the Act]
Notice of Abandonment of Poll
VILLAGE OF MENDHAM
Whereas a poll is not required pursuant to The Local Government Election Act, 2015 for the offices of:
Mayor: Village of Mendham
Councillor: Village of Mendham
I hereby give public notice that no voting for the said offices will take place and the following persons are elected by acclamation:
Mayor: Kevin Angerman
Councillors: Randy Schneider
Mary Anne Kelly
Dated at Mendham, Saskatchewan, this 15th day of October, 2024.
Lucein Stuebing Returning Officer
Notice of Abandonment of Poll
RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MARIPOSA NO. 350
Whereas Jeremy Welter, nominated for the office of Reeve is the only candidate and
Whereas Robert Grobb, nominated for the office of Councillor for Division No. 1 is the only candidate and
Whereas Warren Kohlman, nominated for the office of Councillor for Division No. 3 are the only candidates,
I hereby give public notice that no voting for the these offices will take place on November 13th, 2024.
Dated this 11th day of October, 2024.
Kathy Wurz Returning Officer
Whereas Doug Smith, nominated for the office of Reeve, is the only candidate; and
Whereas Russell Job, nominated for the office of Councillor for Division No. 1, is the only candidate;
I hereby give notice that no voting for the office of Reeve and Councillor for Division 1 will take place on November 13th, 2024.
Dated this 15th day of October, 2024.
Kim Lacelle Returning Officer
(Section 84(b) of the Act)
NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL
TOWN OF KINDERSLEY
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provisions have been made for an advance poll.
Voting will take place on Monday, the 4th day of November, 2024, between the hours of 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the:
Town of Kindersley Administration Building 106 - 5th Avenue East Kindersley, Saskatchewan
Dated at Kindersley, Saskatchewan, this 22nd day of October, 2024.
Audrey Hebert Returning Officer
VOTER IDENTIFICATION WILL BE REQUIRED TO VOTE
(Section 83 of the Act)
NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL
TOWN OF BURSTALL
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provision has been made for an advance poll for electors who:
1. are physically disabled;
2. have been appointed as election officials; or 3. anticipate being unable to vote on the day of election.
Advance voting will take place Monday, November 4th, 2024, between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the Burstall & District Community Centre, 957 Railway Ave., Burstall, Sask
Dated at Burstall, Saskatchewan, this 15th day of October, 2024.
Lucein Stuebing Returning Officer
(Section 81 of the Act)
NOTICE OF POLL
TOWN OF KINDERSLEY
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a poll has been granted for the election of:
Mayor: Town of Kindersley
Councillors: Town of Kindersley
Number to be Elected: Six (6)
Voting will take place on Monday, the 13th day of November, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the following polling place:
Norman Ritchie Community Centre (NRCC) 1023 - 1st Street West, Kindersley, Saskatchewan
I will declare the result of the election at the Town of Kindersley Administration Building, 106 - 5th Avenue East, Kindersley, Saskatchewan, on the 14th day of November, 2024 at the hour of 9:00 a.m.
Dated at Kindersley, Saskatchewan, this 22nd day of October, 2024.
Audrey Hebert Returning Officer
VOTER IDENTIFICATION WILL BE REQUIRED TO VOTE
(Section 81 of the Act)
NOTICE OF POLL TOWN OF BURSTALL
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that:
A poll has been granted for the election of:
Mayor: Town of Burstall
Councillor: Town of Burstall
Voting will take place on Wednesday, the 13th day of November, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Burstall & District Community Centre.
I will declare the results of the election at the Town of Burstall Office on the 14th day of November, 2024, before the hour of 10:00 a.m.
Polling Place
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: A vote will be held for the election of a Councillor for Division No. 3, for the Rural Municipality. The vote will take place on Wednesday, the 13th day of November, 2024, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at: Poll at the R.M. of Deer Forks No. 232 Office 957 Railway Ave., Burstall, SK Candidates for Councillor Division 3 are:
Jodi Bilyk
Andrew Krein
I will declare the results of the voting at the RM Office on Thursday, the 14th day of November, 2024, at the hour of 8:00 a.m.
Dated at Burstall, SK this 15th day of October, 2024.
Kim Lacelle Returning Officer
Address
Burstall & District Community Centre 957 Railway Ave.
Dated at Burstall, Saskatchewan, this 15th day of October, 2024.
Lucein Stuebing Returning Officer
NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL
NO. 231
MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2024
Whereas Anthony Wagner, nominated for the office of Reeve, is the only candidate; and Whereas Gerald Wagner, nominated for the office of Councillor for Division No. 1, is the only candidate; and
Whereas Jeff Charnetski, nominated for the office of Councillor for Division No. 3, is the only candidate; and
Whereas Bradley Goldade, nominated for the office of Councillor for Division No. 5, is the only candidate;
I hereby give notice that no voting for the office of Reeve and Councillors for Divisions 1, 3, and 5 will take place on November 13th, 2024. Dated this 15th day of October, 2024.
Kim Lacelle Returning Officer
Rates of remuneration set for next term
On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, Town Council held their Regular Meeting.
7.1: The Council of the Town of Kindersley resolved to set the rates of remuneration for the 2024-2028 term as follows:
1. Mayor: $2,500.00 per month
2. Deputy Mayor: $1,000.00 per month, and
3. Councillor: $750.00 per month
7.2: Council resolved to support administration to submit a grant application to the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program (GICB) for the renovation and ex-
pansion of the Community Hall and that the Town of Kindersley’s share of the project(s) cost come from taxation and fees.
7.3: Town Council authorized the Fire Department to outfit the donated 2024 Dodge Ram 3500 truck in the amount of $57,415.98 plus applicable taxes, which will be paid for with the Fire Truck Reserve.
8.1: Council resolved to accept as submitted the list of accounts as paid by
the Town of Kindersley in the amount of $1,274,187.60.
9.1: Randy Ervine, Deputy Mayor, proclaimed October 17th, as Canadian Royal Purple’s National Purple Thursday, to stop the violence. The Canadian Royal Purple recognizes the intersection of Acquired Brain Injury and the incidence of Interpersonal Violence which effects as high as one in three women in Canada.
9.2: Randy Ervine, Deputy Mayor, pro-
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Kindersley Legion Branch #57 Annual Awards Night Dinner
Friday, October 25th at the Kindersley Legion Hall Roast Beef Dinner catered by Jackie’s Delicious Delights Cost $30/person
Doors Open 6:00 PM, super served at 6:30 PM To register call Scott Holloway 306-460-4688
EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS
Motor scrapers, dozers, excavators, rock trucks, packers; wide range of machines.
Lots of work all season. Camp/R & B provided. Competitive wages. Valid drivers license req’d.
Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc. Box 100, Arborfield, SK S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844
In Loving Memory of my dearest husband, Nelson Dorscht, who passed away Oct. 2, 2023. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed, and very dear. Sadly remembered and missed by your dearest wife, Noreen Dorscht.
In Memory of Nelson Dorscht, Passed away October 2, 2023. (1 year ago) You are missed, loved and thought of every day by us family in our hearts and in our prayers. You are not forgotten by your loving wife Noreen and your 3 kids Barbara, Randy and Bradley. Rest In Peace Dad up in Heaven with God & the angels. From your daughter Barbara Dorscht (Always & Forever)
HEALTH
claimed October 21st to 27th, 2024 as Waste Reduction Week throughout the the Town of Kindersley. Council encourages residents to join them in taking action to reduce our waste and support in a circular economy.
10.1: The Council of the Town of Kindersley resolved to approve the Consent Agenda which includes the following items for acceptance and filing:
1. Chamber of Commerce Minutes – Sept. 12, 2024
2. SaskWater August 2024 Report
3. RCMP Policing Report Sept. 2024
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Why employee volunteer programs are good for business
Employee volunteer programs aren’t just feel-good initiatives, they’re a strategic investment in your company’s success. Here are five reasons why:
1. They boost engagement and morale. Giving back to the community fosters a sense of purpose and camaraderie among employees. It can help them feel connected to a cause bigger than themselves, leading to increased job satisfaction.
2. They help attract and retain top talent. Today’s workforce prioritizes companies with social responsi-
bility. Offering volunteer programs shows you care about your community and attracts mission-driven individuals. Engaged employees are also less likely to leave for greener pastures.
3. They help employees develop valuable skills. Volunteering can help employees hone leadership, communication and problem-solving skills. They may also gain exposure to new areas, boosting their overall skillset and value to the company.
4. They enhance your brand reputation. Supporting wor-
What is diversity data and how to collect it
Diversity data provides a snapshot of the different backgrounds, experiences and identities of your employees. This information is crucial for creating targeted initiatives that promote inclusion and address potential inequalities.
WHAT KIND OF DATA?
Diversity data typically focuses on demographics such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age and disability status. Some companies may also collect data on veteran status or
socioeconomic background.
COLLECTING DIVERSITY DATA
There are several ways to gather this information. Employee surveys, with explicit anonymity assurances, are a standard method. Op tional sections on application forms can be used during the recruitment process. Focus groups or open forums can also provide valuable insights.
WHAT TO REMEMBER
When collecting diversity data, remember that you’re asking employees to share personal and sensitive information. Here are some tips on navigating the process with compassion and understanding:
• Clearly explain why you’re collecting data and how it will be used.
• Maintain anonymity. Data should not be identifiable to specific individuals.
• Respect employee privacy. Participation should always be voluntary.
The R.M. offers a comprehensive benefits package including Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Municipal Employees Pension Plan and Health & Dental and competitive wages.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Operate a grader to complete road maintenance, grading, gravel reclamation and minor road construction, snow plowing
• Ensure roads are maintained and repaired (culverts) on a priority basis and ability to repair machinery and attachments
• Manage all duties given by Foreman & Council, & log work on provided sheets daily
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships with council, staff, contractors and rate payers
• Haul and spread gravel with RM tractor-trailer
• Operator a tractor and mower, general labour
• Other duties as prescribed
The Successful Applicant Should Possess:
• Experience is an asset in maintenance and operation of a tractor-trailer and heavy equipment, but training can be provided
• Willingness to be supervised and take direction from Foreman
• Great communication and documentation skills
• Valid driver’s license
• 1A license would be a preference
Your Resume Should Include:
• Past and present work experience
• Education and skills
• Two references
• Expected salary
Please have resumes submitted by November 5th, 2024 to: Rural Municipality of Happyland No. 231 P.O. Box 339 Leader, Saskatchewan S0N 1H0 Email: rm231@sasktel.net
thy causes positions your company as a positive force in the community. This improves your public image and can attract new customers who share your values.
5. They foster teamwork and collaboration. Volunteer projects often involve working together towards a common goal. This strengthens relationships within teams, leading to better communication and collaboration in the office. Investing in employee volunteer programs is a win-win. Why not consider adding a volunteer program to your company culture?
population of 356 which encompasses 11.5 townships including 2 unorganized hamlets, 2 Hutterite colonies, a community pasture, a transload facility, irrigation development, and some oil and gas activity.
Reporting directly to Council, the Administrator is responsible for the operations of the municipality in accordance with provincial legislation and the bylaws and policies set by the Council. The Administrator is the liaison between the council, staff, and the public and is responsible for providing effective administrative leadership in a professional manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to:
Prepares and organizes required materials for the monthly council meetings including agendas, minutes, resolutions, bylaws, bank reconciliations, statement of financial activities, list of accounts for approval, correspondence, and delegations.
Prepares the annual operating and capital budget and engages in strategic and operational planning processes with the council and council committees.
Completes day to day accounting procedures including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, receipting, and bank deposits.
Administers the taxation process including property assessment, levying, tax collections, tax enforcement, and changes of ownership.
Ensures that all bylaws, policies and programs of the municipality are implemented, monitored, evaluated, and communicated back to council. Some of these include zoning and building bylaws, pest control program, dust control program, waste disposal and recycling program, safety and training programs, emergency measures organization, and the hail insurance program, to name a few.
Procures goods and services as required via SaskTenders.
Liaises with various government agencies for grant applications, funding agreements, community planning, etc.
Manages municipal election procedures in accordance with legislation and promotes governance training for Council, as required.
Manages human resources including participation in hiring, interviewing, layoffs, and dismissals.
Attends professional development events and reports back to council.
Performs general office duties, including procurement of supplies, filing, record retention, and mapping. Provides exemplary customer service and communication to the public via telephone, email, written communications, and social media.
REQUIREMENTS:
Certificate in Local Government Administration or equivalent
Minimum Rural Class “C” Certificate
Experience with MuniSoft software including Tax, Receipting, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Hail, and PubWorks
Technical aptitude with strong understanding of Microsoft Office and Excel
Strong communication, management, organizational, leadership, problem-solving, and human relations skills
Ability to effectively handle written correspondence
Ability to organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy
Discretion with matters pertaining to confidentiality
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently under strict timelines as well as in a team environment
Must be bondable and eligible to be a member of the RMAA
Strong customer service skills with an approachable and outgoing personality
The RM of Newcombe No. 260 offers a competitive salary that reflects level of experience and a comprehensive benefit package including extended health and dental, vision care, short-term and long-term disability, and participation in the municipal employees’ pension plan.
Position to be begin January 2, 2025, with office orientation for the month of December
Candidates seeking a rewarding career opportunity are invited to apply in-person, by mail, or email by November 1, 2024. Your application shall include a cover letter and a resume outlining relevant qualifications, past and present work experience, and work-related references. All applications will be treated with confidentiality. Council thanks all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
CONTACT INFORMATION: R.M. of Newcombe No. 260 Box 40 Glidden, SK S0L 1H0 Email: rm260@yourlink.ca Phone: 306-463-3338
The Rural Municipality of Newcombe No. 260 is currently accepting applications for a qualified Administrator.
The RM of Newcombe No. 260 is situated in west central Saskatchewan and borders the Saskatchewan River to the south. The municipal office/shop is in Glidden, which is a short drive to the nearby communities of Kindersley, Eston, and Eatonia. The RM of Newcombe No. 260 is rooted in agriculture and has a
Applications open for Practical Nursing program at Great Plains College Kindersley Campus
Great Plains College is pleased to announce applications are now open for the Practical Nursing program in Kindersley. This full-time diploma program was first announced in the spring and the college is now ready to take applications for the inaugural cohort set to start in fall 2025.
“When we first announced the addition of the Practical Nursing program, we were met with so much enthusiasm from the community and from our partners who have been advocating for additional healthcare programming to help address the labour needs of healthcare facilities in the region,” said Keleah Ostrander, vice president, programs and students at Great Plains College. “We’ve carried that enthusiasm with us through the summer as our team has been busy planning and preparing for this new program to start.”
The 2-year program will be delivered through a combination of hands-on classroom learning and practicums where students will receive clinical experience in a variety of settings from pharmacology and acute care to obstetrics and long-term care. Clinical experiences will take place in Kindersley and throughout the region. Upon graduation, students will be prepared to write the exam to become a licensed practical nurse in Saskatchewan.
While the program doesn’t officially start until fall 2025, program planning is well underway, including the development of a healthcare lab on campus that will be used by the practical nursing and continuing care assistant students. Construction is set to begin by January 2025. The college is now seeking community support to help fund the addition of this critical lab space.
“A healthcare lab is critical to give students access to a space where they can practice with equipment, and simulate real-life scenarios that will help prepare them for situations they may encounter on the job,”
said Brad Mahon, president & CEO at Great Plains College. “We’ve had many partners reach out and ask how they can support this new program – in addition to our traditional option of donating to the scholarship fund, contributions toward the renovation and new equipment costs are another way we can enlist the help of the community. We’ve developed a sponsorship package with a few options, including lab naming rights, for anyone interested in donating to the Practical Nursing program.”
To learn more about the sponsorship opportunities for the Kindersley Campus healthcare lab, please contact Brad Mahon, president & CEO at Great Plains College at bradm@greatplainscollege.ca or 306-778-5462.
To learn more about the Practical Nursing program or to apply, please visit greatplainscollege.ca/ programs-courses/college-trades-university/practical-nursing or contact Gloria Vielhauer, student adviser, at gloriav@greatplainscollege.ca or 306-463-1353.
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Great Plains College is accepting applications for the Practical Nursing program which is set to start in the fall of 2025.
This eight-year-old from the pioneer era was driving six horses on a double disc, working summer fallow.
Pioneer kids were working kids
BY JOAN JANZEN
We’ve all heard pioneer stories about children working on the farm at very young ages. This photo is just one example of children who began operating equipment before they were ten years old.
This photo, posted by Historic Saskatchewan, shows an eight-year-old boy driving six horses on a double disc, working summer fallow. The double disc with a second set of discs behind the driver was a dan-
gerous implement for an adult, much less a young boy. Operators encountered many hazards while working in the field. Horseflies and wasps could easily scare the horses, causing them to run away and land in a slough or barbed wire fence.
Young drivers were too short to sit in the seat correctly. Consequently, they could easily be thrown off and dragged behind the equipment on a wild ride.
PHOTO HISTORIC SASKATCHEWAN
Collisions with deer and moose reported to RCMP
UNITY RCMP
• RCMP received a report of a siren. Members discovered it had originated from the Fire Department Barbeque.
• Police received a report of an individual breaking into a camper at Suffern Lake. This matter is still under investigation.
• Members received a complaint of a stolen vehicle from Suffern Lake. This matter is still under investigation.
• RCMP received a complaint of trespassing. Members patrolled but could not locate the subject of complaint.
• Police received a Mental Health Act complaint. Members spoke to the subject of complaint.
• Members received a report of a single vehicle collision near Denzil. There were no injuries. This matter is still under investigation.
• RCMP issued a 60-day roadside suspension during a traffic stop.
• CN Police reported cows near the railway tracks by Senlac. Members contacted farmers in the area.
• A 35-year-old male from the Unity area was charged with Assault and Uttering Threats after Members received a complaint of assault.
• Police received a complaint of a stolen vehicle but it was unfounded.
• CN Police reported a railway crossing malfunction near Senlac. Reported for information purposes.
• There were also three traffic complaints and two false alarms.
WILKIE RCMP
• RCMP received a complaint of theft. This matter is still under investigation.
• Police received a complaint of a break and enter at a business. This matter is still under investigation.
• A 48-year-old Wilkie male was charged with Operation While Prohibited during a traffic stop.
• Members are investigating a com-
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plaint of fraud.
• RCMP received a report of a vehicle collision with a deer. There were no injuries. Reported for insurance purposes.
• Members received a complaint of a stolen vehicle but it was unfounded.
• Police received a report of individuals entering an abandoned building. Members spoke to the subjects of complaint.
• There was also one traffic complaint and one false alarm.
MACKLIN RCMP
• RCMP received a report of an unwanted person at a business. The individual left the area.
• Members conducted a wellbeing check at the request of an employer.
• Police received a complaint of uttering threats. This matter is still under investigation.
• A 27-year-old Macklin male was charged with Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle during a traffic stop.
• RCMP received a report of a vehicle collision with a moose. There were no injuries. Reported for insurance purposes.
• A 72-hour roadside suspension was issued during a traffic stop.
• There were also two false alarms.
Persons with information about crimes being committed in the Unity / Wilkie/ Macklin areas are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at (306)228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at (306) 843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at (306) 753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2000.00 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded. You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com
Luseland’s hotel has been in business since 1912
The Royal George Hotel has been in business since 1913. During all those years it has been serving food and cocktails, and providing entertainment at its location on Pacific Avenue.
Back in 1911, Luseland’s first hotel, the King Edward Hotel, was built. Unfortunately it was destroyed in a fire; however the owner, William Engelbrecht, re-built the hotel. Its new name was the Royal George.
Dennis Ryan bought the hotel in 1915 and the Ryan family operated it until 1977. Since then it has had a number of owners, but continues as one of the longest standing buildings in Luseland.
Not only is it one of the longest standing buildings, it’s also one of the longest operating businesses.
In 1913 P.F. Gunther purchased the hotel. At that time visitors could enjoy room and board for a night, a jug of hot water for shaving and one cold jug of water for washing, all for the price of two dollars.
The Royal George Hotel in Luseland in 1946.
Bernard (Bud) was born in Dodsland, SK, the 9th child of Fredrick and Frances Murphy (nee Neumeier). Times were tough for Fred and Frances raising a large family on the prairies through the lean years in the 20’s and 30’s, but they were resourceful and supported by the older girls working outside of the home.
Bernard Albert Murphy
June 25, 1934 ~ October 12, 2024
Bud attended Algoma School and then St. Thomas College in North Battleford, then began working on the family farm. Through his brothers, he met Bernice Borschneck of Broadacres, Sk and they were married on June 5, 1971 in Kerrobert.
He continued the Murphy family homestead in partnership with his brothers Dennis and Pat while living in Kerrobert for the winters after 1981. The farm was a mixed farm with grain and cattle, he retired from farming in the early 2000’s. He was active in the community and over the
years served on the Credit Union Board, housing committee, minor hockey, curling rink, parish council, old time dance club and enjoyed an early morning round of golf before stopping for a visit at coffee row.
He remained living at home until early 2024, then moved into the Pioneers haven in Kerrobert until requiring more assistance and moving to long term care at the Kerrobert Hospital.
He was predeceased by his wife Bernice, in September 2020, as well as his parents and sisters Isabel (Harry Zimmer), Josephine (Wilfred Frechette), Irene, Mildred (Ed Ouellette), Hetty (Stan Ouellette) and Madge (Peter Doshen) and brothers Wilfred (Irene) and Pat (Bev).
He is survived by son Terry, daughters Maureen (Troy Ronjom), Heather (Neil Leonzio), and his grandsons William and Sawyer Ronjom. As well as brother Dennis, sister in-laws Irene, Helen, Bev, Josy and many nieces, nephews, great nieces/ nephews and extended relatives.
Donation’s in Bud’s name may be made to the Kerrobert & District Health Care Centre; Box 320 Kerrobert, SK S0L 1R0
Wilkie Museum winds up successful year
BY PHIL HEILMAN
The Wilkie & District Museum enjoyed immense success this year, which culminated in the installation of tin on the Wilkie Press Building.
The ball got rolling in July, with the Museum holding a Canada Day event that included a pancake breakfast, a BBQ supper, and entertainment by Dan Wilgenbusch, friends Colin and Eddy, and Wilfred and Joan Rice.
Just two weeks later, the Museum held a car show on the museum grounds, with a big crowd coming to see all the wonderful vehicles that rolled into town for the event.
In August, the annual children’s programming took place, and summer worker Shantel enjoyed her short time running the operations for the month. The month was called off with the return of Movie under the Stars, which showed the Super Mario Bros. animated
movie and the Mel Brooks classic Spaceballs.
With all the fundraising for the roof complete, it was time to make it happen. With very limited volunteers and board members, the giant task of tinning the Press building was completed in around 13 hours spanning two weekends.
The Museum was also honoured to be invited to the Wilkie & District Fire Department’s open house. As part of the meal, popcorn was given away.
“The year was very challenging but also very rewarding,” remarked President Laura Heilman.
The Museum continues to fundraise, with more irons in the fire than a cattle company branding day. Some of these include the regular Purdy’s chocolate and accepting donations for Museum merchandise.
Watch the Facebook page (Wilkie & District Museum) and look for posters for any upcoming Museum events.
tnielson.remcomemorials@gmail.com
Built in 1905! The Wilkie Press was published from this building from 1908 to 1981. PHOTO BY PHIL HEILMAN
ALSASK
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26
• Haunted House at the Alsask Recreation Centre 8 PM - 12 AM. Admission: $15. Recommended age 12+. All are welcome. Beer gardens on site until 2 AM.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27
• Alsask Drop-Inn Club Fall Supper Fundraiser 4-8 PM at 206 Main Street, Alsask. Turkey, Ham or roast pork with stuffing, veggies, mashed potatoes and gravy, and dessert, coffee/tea. $25.00/person or $20/member; $10/child under age 10. Contact Dave for details at (306) 463-0169. Everyone welcome!
DENZIL
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26
• Bones and a Meal sponsored by Denzil Rec Board. Steak Supper served from 5-6 PM. Bones starts at 5 PM. $180 per team (includes steak supper). For more info or to enter call/text Mike (306) 753-7343, Tanner (306)-753-7137.
• Denzil’s 37th Annual Fall Fair & Market 11 AM - 3 PM Denzil Community Hall lower level. Lunch will be served at 11 AM and junior vendors will be selling their products. Booklets and forms can be picked up at Pork’s Garage in Denzil. Contact Veronica at 306753-9672 for more details or to have a booklet emailed to you.
FLAXCOMBE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26
• Flaxcombe’s 2nd Annual Fall Steak Supper. Cocktails 5 PM. Supper 6 PM. Please contact the Flaxcombe Community Club (Facebook) or by email: flaxcombecc@yahoo.com. RSVP by October 13.
KERROBERT
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23
• 2024 Annual Town Hall Meeting 7 PM at the Prairieland Community Centre (216 McPherson Street).
- Kerrobert Courtroom Gallery featuring Joanne Fagnou Bolen & Olivia Maney “Passing” Show runs until October 28. Gallery Hours: Weekdays 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
- MS Support Group at Kerrobert Health Centre Meeting Room every 3rd Saturday 2-4 PM. Contact Gail Wiebe for more information 306-834-7068.
KINDERSLEY
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25
• Kindersley Legion Branch #57 Annual Awards Night Dinner at the Kindersley Legion Hall. Roast Beef supper catered by Jackie’s Delicious Delights. $30/person. Doors open 6 PM. Supper served 6:30 PM. To register call Scott Holloway 306-460-4688.
• SJHL Iron Horse Klippers host the Yorkton Terriers 7:30 PM at the Inter Pipeline Arena.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26
• Caleb Village Fall Craft & Trade Fair 12 - 4 PM. Everyone is welcome.
• Kindersley Screen Arts presents “The Fabulous Four” at 4 PM Sunset Theatre. $10 cash at the door. Sponsored by Speedy Auto Glass.
• SJHL Iron Horse Klippers host the Yorkton Terriers 7:30 PM at the Inter Pipeline Arena.
• 4th Annual Ladies Night Out ‘Lil Black Dress’ Elks Hall. All proceeds to the Kindersley & District Health & Wellness
Foundation. $50 limited seating. Tickets available at Red Lion Cold Beer & Wine Store.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 28
• Kindersley Regional Park AGM 7:30 PM at the Kindersley Golf Course.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31
• Halloween Skate at the West Central Events Centre 2:45 to 5:30 PM Co-op Arena!
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1
• SJHL Iron Horse Klippers host the Weyburn Redwings 7:30 PM at the Inter Pipeline Arena.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2
• Kindersley Royal Purple presents Braingo Tango Fundraiser Dinner & Dance at the Kindersley Inn Ballroom. Cocktails: 5:30 PM. Dinner: 6 PM. Dance: 9 PM featuring live music with 1¢ Melon (Classic Rock). Proceeds going to Saskatchewan Brain Injury Association Food Bank & Womens’ Shelter. Tickets $75 Dinner & Dance per person. $25 per person (dance only). Darlene 306-460-8947 or Dennis 306-463-7283.
• SJHL Iron Horse Klippers host the Weyburn Redwings 7:30 PM at the Inter Pipeline Arena.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8
• Kindersley Klippers Banger Bingo is Back! Norman Ritchie Centre. Doors & Bar open at 7 PM. Bingo at 8 PM. $50/ person / $400/table. Email kklippersgm@gmail.com to book your table today!
NOVEMBER 4-15
• The Screening Program for Breast Cancer mobile mammography bus will be at the West Central Events Centre parking lot (weekdays only). Book a screening by calling 1-855-584-8228. Limited appointments - dates subject to change.
- Parkinson’s Support Group Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month 1:30 PM at 401 - 4th Ave West (New Life Church). Everyone welcome! For more info call Nancy at 306-463-4514.
- Monday Night Jam Sessions at the Norman Ritchie Community Centre. Doors open at 6:30 to set-up, then the fun begins at 7-11 PM. Call Keith 306-460-8633.
- Interested in a support group for weight management? TOPS meetings; every Monday at 6 PM in the Kindersley Senior Centre OR contact Jill at 306-463-4210.
- PickleBall Outdoor Season meets Monday & Wednesday evenings 6:30 PM and Friday mornings 10 AM at the WCEC outdoor rink. Cost is $50 for the season or $5 drop in. More info call Barry 306-460-8356.
- Fit Fighter Group Class. Helping individuals with Parkinson Disease, Fibromyalgia, MS, Arthritis and mobility issues. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 AM at Anytime Fitness. Call Karen 463-3607 for more info.
- The Prairie Crocus Quilt Guild meets on the second Tuesday of each month from September to May at 7 pm at the Kindersley Seniors Centre. All levels of quilters and quilt enthusiasts are welcome! If you are interested in joining the group or would like more information, please contact Regan Overand at 306-460-6467.
- 365 Kindersley Air Cadets meet Thursday evenings at the Kindersley Museum. No charge to be a member, youth ages 12-18, must be a Canadian resident. Contact Ian Kehrer via text at 306-460-0057 or Sheila Kehrer via text 306-6049044. Come Fly With Us!
LEADER
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17
• The Leader Riverhills Lions Club is hosting their annual Prelude to Christmas Craft Fair at the Leader Community Hall from 12-4 PM. Entry is by silver collection. Canteen & Raffle. Interested vendors can contact Colleen Smith at 306-628-8052 as there are still a few tables available.
- Mondays are Family Fun Night (open to all ages) at the Leader Library 6:30-7:30 PM.
- Tuesdays & Thursday Stretch Exercises 10 AM at the Leader Friendship Centre.
- Wednesdays Toddler Time (ages 1.5 to 3) at the Leader Library 10:30-11 AM.
- Thursdays Baby & Me at the Leader Library 10:30-1 AM 0-2 years old (older siblings welcome)
LUSELAND
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2
• Luseland Salvador Homecoming Hall & Pothole Productions present Halloween Dance Party. Doors open at 8 PM. Entertainment, Midnight Lunch, 50/50 Raffle, Costume Prizes. No minors.
- New Walking Club starting Monday, November 4 and running Monday to Friday each week at the Luseland Community Hall 10 AM to 12 PM. Silver collection at the door.
Recurring events at The Luseland Pioneers Club: PUBLIC
- Every Monday 2-4 PM Coffee
- Last Monday of the month 2-4 PM Pie ’n Ice Cream MEMBERS
- Monday-Saturday 8:30 AM - Noon, Coffee, Pool, Cards, Visiting - Tuesday 1-4 PM Cards
- Tuesday 7-10 PM Games
- Wednesday 1-4 PM Cards
- Thursday 1-4 PM Cards
- Third Friday of the month Birthday Lunch at noon.
MAJOR
OCTOBER 23 - NOVEMBER 13
• Major Play Pals Christmas Green Fundraiser. Contact Bailey Kemery at 403-700-7145 to order.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2
• CWL Fall Fair. Contact Aimee Stang 306-535-6935 to book a table. $20 / table.
- MS Support Group at Kerrobert Health Centre Meeting Room every 3rd Saturday 2-4 PM. Contact Gail Wiebe for more information 306-834-7068.
• Smiley Ladies Fashion Show. Advance tickets only $45. Cocktails at 6 PM followed by supper and fashion show. Call 306-838-4213, 306-838-2023, 306-460-9372, 780915-0318.
