Kindersley Food Bank benefits from Community Ca$h promotion
KATE WINQUIST kate@yoursouthwest.com
The Kindersley Food Bank received a $5,000 cheque last Wednesday afternoon courtesy of Close’s Family Foods and Richelle Morose.
Morose entered her name online in a November promotion across Canada for Family Food franchises. Richelle was the lucky winner of a $500 Gift Card and along with that was able to present Kindersley Food Bank representative, Leslie Omness with $5,000 cheque with Close’s Family Foods owner operator Talaat Alkadry.
Alkadry has been the owner of Close’s Family Foods for five years and he was thrilled that one of his customer’s won a major prize.
“It’s always nice when you are able to give back to the community,” Alkadry said.
Pictured (left-right): Leslie Omness, Talaat Alkadry and Richelle Morose who assured me they were all smiling behind their masks.
Crown land sale brings in quarter million dollars
BRIAN ZINCHUK Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
REGINA – The Feb. 2 Crown land sale for petroleum and natural gas rights was yet another one of the lowest over the last decade, generating $251,672 in revenue for the province of Saskatchewan. This is the last of six oil and gas public offerings for the 2020-21 fiscal year and brings cumulative earnings to $6,482,214.
A total of 28 leases were posted, with 10 selling. Province-wide, the average was $149 price per hectare, but there was a very wide range of prices.
The Lloydminster area brought in $113,947 for two parcels totalling 388.5 hectares. There had been 10 leases posted. The average price was $293 per hectare in this region.
The highest bonus bid received on a parcel in this offering was $100,736 for a lease in the Lloydminster area, totalling 129.5 hectares. This was also the highest bid on a dollar per hectare basis at $778 per hectare. This lease was awarded to Soo Lone Resource Group Ltd. and is prospective for heavy oil in the Mannville Group. It is located 35 kilometres northwest of Unity, adjacent to the Winter Cummings Oil Pool.
In the Kindersley-Kerrobert area, three of 13 posted leases sold. The to-
tal bonus was $26,623 for 777 hectares. These parcels averaged $34 per hectare. Two of them went to a numbered company, 818541 Alberta Ltd. Those parcels are located four kilometres northwest of Kerrobert. Both leases received a bid of $9,702 or $37 per hectare.
In the Estevan area five leases were posted and all five sold. They brought in $111,102 for 518 hectares, with an average price of $214 per hectare. The highest bonus bid received in this area was $92,584 for a lease totaling 259 hectares. This was also the highest bid on a dollar per hectare basis received in this area at $357 per hectare. This lease went to Crescent Point Energy Corp. and is located 23 kilometres northeast of Stoughton. The company has an active drilling program in that general area this winter. It is notable that historically Crescent Point has used land agents to obscure its acquisitions, but in recent land sales, the oil company itself has been showing up in these media releases.
Millennium Land Ltd. picked up four leases located 13 kilometres west of Estevan. These leases each received a bid of $4,630 or $72 per hectare. Nothing was posted or sold in the Swift Current area.
The scheduled date for the next public offering is April 6, 2021.
“God’s love for others does not stop at the border; neither should ours.”
KATE WINQUIST kate@yoursouthwest.com
WhenI’m having trouble coming up with one particular topic to write about, I often will think of something that’s happened during my week that has touched me in some way. This particular week I’ve had many things happen that have made me stop to take notice.
The title of my commentary this week comes from Dillon Burroughs. It resonated with me as I thought of the relationships that I have made since I moved back to west central Saskatchewan last summer and since taking over The Oyen Echo at the beginning of this year.
Herman Schwenk who hails from Coronation, has been writing his Prairie View column for many years. He has been a regular voice in several papers across east central Alberta, including The Oyen Echo. At not quite 90 years of age, Herman still writes as well as he probably did two decades ago.
Herman sent me a welcoming email at the beginning of January along with his usual column. It was the first time that I had read any of his work. “Wow, this old codger is pretty good,” I thought to myself, meaning no disrespect whatsoever. I could tell by looking at his photo that he was a man of character, maybe a bit eccentric.
In the month that I have known Herman, we have spoken on the phone a couple of times. Like a good reporter does, he wanted to his publisher know that his column might be a bit late because he was having some issues with his computer. Our conversations were never long, but in some way I almost felt like I was talking to a father figure. After all, my own father would have been 88 this year, so pretty close to Herman’s age.
Herman had told me that he had some medical issues to attend to and that he would not have a column for the week of February 1. I put together a small “get well soon” advertisment to let Herman know that I was thinking of him and also to let our readers know that I hadn’t pulled his column.
On February 3, I received an email from Herman:
“Hi Kate,
I emailed you a week or two ago and informed you that I was diagnosed with cancer. It has been confirmed that it is terminal. Attached is my final column that will inform your readers why there will be no more columns from me. So thanks and good bye.”
Oyen Echo readers will be reading Herman’s final words in this week’s issue, which brought a tear to my eye.
“I am not feeling sorry for myself. I have been around now for almost 90 years. Over the years I have been involved with many organizations and I think I made a difference,” Herman wrote.
I have no doubt that you have made a difference in a lot of people’s lives, Herman.
You are in my thoughts and prayers as you courageously battle this awful disease and thank you for your contributions to this paper over the years. Your thought provoking opinions and ideas will be missed.
Onthe front page of last week’s papers, we featured an adorable capture of Kevin and Sydney Hardin’s triplet daughters meeting Circle 7 Ranch’s new born triplet calves.
As soon as I saw the photo, I knew that I wanted to share it with our readers, even though Shaunavon is a bit out of our newspapers’ jurisdiction.
My husband worked with Sydney at Nutrien Ag Solutions in Shaunavon, so I felt that I could successfully convince her to let me use the picture. As I suspected, it wasn’t a problem at all. What I didn’t expect was the unbelievable response that the photo has gotten from our print, Facebook and webpages!
That picture has had a whopping 76,000 reach (as of Friday, February 5) across all of our media platforms.
I even received a message from a viewer northwest of Edmonton in the Waskatenau area. Connie and her husband are farmers and have been for quite some time. She wanted to send Circle 7 Ranch a congratulations card as she thought it was something to be very proud of. Little did Connie know
that the Circle 7 Ranch had it happen AGAIN! Approximately a week later, they had another cow give birth to a set of triplets! They say that only happens in about 1 in 100,000 births. Absolutely amazing!
I guess the point that I am trying to make this week is that sometimes I think we get tunnel vision and we only see the things that are directly in front of us.
The beauty of being an independant publisher is that even though I may be based in an office on Main Street in Kindersley, Saskatchewan, I can still cover meaningful stories that can resonate with our Alberta neighbours, whether from Oyen, Coronation, Buffalo or across the South Saskatchewan River with our friends at Leader, Maple Creek, Gull Lake and Shaunavon.
My location may have changed, but the thought process remains the same.
“God’s love for others does not stop at the border; neither should ours.”
I wish you all a wonderful week ahead.
- K.W.
Herman Schwenk
Such a great picture, we’re publishing it again!
The joke said, “I offer my kids $500 for every A on their report card. It sends the message that education is a priority, and it costs me nothing because my kids don’t get A’s.”
The joke reminds me of a comment made on social media, “In Canada you can make movies and TV shows, but can’t visit your grandma, go skating,
Priorities are flipped
attend a church service, eat out, or conduct your business. Priorities are flipped.”
This was a comment posted, along with an article by the CBC about Canada’s booming TV and film sector, both in Ontario and British Columbia. CBC’s “Murdoch Mysteries” was one of the first Canadian shows to get back to work.
Following Ontario’s first lockdown, the CBC was determined to find a way
to continue filming.
This included apps on their phones, temperatures being taken and high-end sanitization machines. Make-up artists equipped with face shields and prescription safety glasses reported headaches were common because of the extra equipment.
The industry has been so busy that hair and make-up trailers have become difficult to obtain, and it’s been a booming
time for companies offering studio space and makeup trailers. One company said they can’t build studio space fast enough.
All the restrictions pushed a producer from Sudbury to hire a mental health officer, so his crew had somewhere to vent their frustrations. The federal government created an insurance program for the industry to safeguard against any outbreak.
An independent producer in Vancouver said in the article, “COVID-19 has been very hard on our broadcasters. I know it’s been hard on the CBC. Global advertising revenues are down throughout traditional television.”
Yannick Bisson of “Murdoch Mysteries” said one thing remains the same, the need for something to watch.
It’s commendable the industry has found a way to move forward during challenging times. But shouldn’t other sectors be allowed the same opportunities?
Although the problems faced by the energy sector are not related to the pandemic, the sector is not being recognized as “essential”. Trudeau’s comments regarding the cancellation of Keystone XL and calls to shut down Enbridge’s Line 5 are not
packed with a whole lot of optimism. He said “Obviously the decision on Keystone XL is a very difficult one for workers in Alberta and Saskatchewan who’ve had many difficult hits. Over the past years we have been there for them and we will continue to be there for them and I will express my concern for jobs and livelihoods in Canada, particularly in the west, directly in my conversation with the president.”
Meanwhile, throughout this nation we’re seeing people ticketed for everything from skating on an outdoor rink to attending a drive-in church service, but movies can be filmed complete with love scenes. There is no social distancing or masks while
and actresses are filming. Canadians are becoming confused. Will a restaurant owner, who is losing income because customers can’t sit inside and eat, be comforted by watching a touching love scene on CBC that was filmed during the pandemic? Probably not. Contact Joan at joanjanzen@ yahoo.com
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Laine, Dubois both get their wish
Big trades involving star players are rare occurrences in the National Hockey League these days, so the deal sending Winnipeg’s Patrik Laine to Columbus for centre Pierre-Luc Dubois received bigger headlines than normal.
Daily, fans hear of yawner transactions involving bench-sitters or minor leaguers going from one team to another in exchange for a fifth-round draft pick two years from now, or some such blah, blah, blah, but the Jets-Columbus deal had some flair and razzmatazz to it.
On one side you have Laine, the blond-haired Finnish speedster with the big shot who came to the Jets with the No. 2 overall pick in 2016, and proceeded to live up to his billing — scoring 36, 44, 30 and 28 goals in his first four seasons.
On the other side you have Dubois, a 6-foot-2, 215-pound centre who was selected No. 3 overall in the same year as Laine, and, after one more season in junior hockey, validated his credentials with seasons of 48, 61, and 49 points with the Blue Jackets.
Other than their offensive skills, Laine and Dubois both had one other similarity: For different reasons, they both
wanted a change of scenery.
Reasons given for their unhappiness were never fully exposed. Laine, it’s believed, felt he deserved more time on the Jets’ No. 1 line with centre Mark Scheifele. Dubois reportedly had personality conflicts with coach John Tortorella (no surprise) and let the team know early he wanted a new mailing address.
When the inevitable trade was announced Jan. 24, both players expressed relief, and happiness. Laine would certainly be given top-line minutes in Columbus, one of the lowest-scoring teams in the NHL, and he would be playing under a familiar general manager, Jarmo Kekalainen, from his home country. Dubois, on the other hand, gives the Jets a strong one-two punch at centre (with Scheifele) and is one of those rare players who welcomed a move to ‘Winterpeg’ because his folks live in the Manitoba capital. His father, Eric, is an assistant coach with the Manitoba Moose.
Due to quarantine regulations, Dubois was expected to be on the sidelines for two full weeks before being allowed to join his new team-mates; Laine, however, had only a few days’
restrictions before joining the Blue Jackets.
To settle the ‘who won the trade’ discussions, fans will be watching the two players’ stats with great scrutiny. But the winner in a trade like this can’t be measured in one season. Let’s look at it again five years from now and see who’s ahead.
• Patti Dawn Swansson, aka the River City Renegade: “The Pebble Beach Pro-Am golf tournament will have no pro-am component this year. Which makes it what? The Pebble Beach Bill Murray Has To Go Somewhere Else To Act Like A Complete Jackass This Year Open?”
• @Mahoganyguy, on Twitter, after Tampa Bay beat Green Bay to advance to the Super Bowl: “You just saw ‘The Brady
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Bunch’ beat the Packers in ‘Mr Rodgers’ Neighbourhood.’”
• Columnist Phil Mushnick, in the New York Post, quoting a former Yankee: “But remember the wisdom of former Yankees pitcher Joba Chamberlain, who said, ‘At the end of the day, the sun comes up.’”
• Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “O.J. Simpson just posted a video of him getting the COVID-19 vaccination. Apparently priority is given to double-murderers over the age of 72.”
• Another one from Kaseberg: “The Super Bowl features the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs. Both teams will have to change their offensive nicknames soon. Tampa Bay will be the Nautical Entrepreneurs and Kansas City will be the Native American Bureaucrats.”
• Headline at @ NOTSportsCenter: “BREAKING: Deshaun Watson rushed to a Houston hospital for extensive concussion testing and brain exams after saying his No. 1 preference was to play for the New York Jets.”
• Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times: “Among the worst reported Valentine’s Day gifts,
according to Dating.com, are wilted flowers, a pet hamster and an online workout subscription. Somehow not making the list: Jets season tickets.”
• Headline at TheOnion. com: “Home gym equipment is still sold out everywhere, man hopes.”
• At Fark.com, on Amanda Gorman slated to recite an original poem at this year’s Super Bowl: “Inaugural poet astounds / Her work’s just as good as it sounds / She’s won a new role, at her first Super Bowl / And that puts her one up on the Browns.”
• Chiefs coach Andy Reid, to reporters, on his 18 NFL seasons working alongside new Texans coach David Culley: “We had a few cheeseburgers together.’’
• Another one from Kaseberg, via Twitter, on a potential Packers-Chiefs matchup being a rematch of the first Super Bowl, in 1967: “So much has changed since then. The Rolling Stones were on tour, McDonalds was the most popular fast food and the country was bitterly divided politically.”
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Helping feed the world: Kindersley farmer ships lentils to BC
JOAN JANZEN joanjanzen@yahoo.com
Early Sunday morning, January 24th, Robin Walde left his family farm (Rosana Farms) and started the 17-hour journey to Abbotsford, B.C. His semi was loaded with 70,200 pounds of red lentils, which he would eventually deliver and donate to Fraser Valley Gleaners in Abbotsford. Robin explained how he found out about Fraser Valley Gleaners.
“Back in 2005, my dad donated half a load. After he passed away, I visited my uncle, who had been volunteering at Fraser Valley Gleaners for about ten years. He showed me what they did, and I was thoroughly impressed and thought it’s something I could do. It’s a huge deal for them,” Robin explained. “They get an abundance of vegetables but don’t get any protein in their soup. So they get really excited about peas or lentils to put in their soup.” Now Robin and his wife Brenda are donating their sixth load
of grain to an organization that helps feed the world.
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REPEAL DESIGNATION AS MUNICIPAL HERITAGE PROPERTY
Section 17(2), The Heritage Property Act, R.S.S. 1978, C H-2.2, as amended
To: Rural Municipality of Antelope Park No. 322 Community Members
Notice is hereby given that not less than thirty days from the date of service of this notice, the Council for the Rural Municipality of Antelope Park No. 322 intends to pass a bylaw pursuant to the provisions of The Heritage Property Act, to repeal the Municipal Heritage Property designation of the following real property known as:
Hoosier United Church legally described as: Block 4 Plan G551 Extension 1 and located: at the intersection of 3rd Avenue and Main Street in Hoosier, Saskatchewan
The property was originally designated as Municipal Heritage property by Bylaw 2/91 read a third time and passed on the 18th day of July, 1991.
The reasons for the appeal are as follows:
The building has deteriorated to a point that it is beyond repair.
This matter is slated for consideration at the March 16th, 2021 meeting of council. Any person wishing to object to the proposed repeal must serve council with a written objection stating the reasons for the objection and all relevant facts not less than three days prior to consideration of the repealing bylaw.
For more information, please contact the municipal office at: Phone: (306) 968-2922
Fax: (306) 912-8922
Email: rm292.rm322@sasktel.net
Mail: Box 70 Marengo, Saskatchewan S0L 2K0
In person: 20 1st Avenue North, Marengo, Saskatchewan
Dated this 3rd day of February, 2021.
Robin Busby, Administrator
Fraser Valley Gleaners is a registered Canadian charity that’s volunteer-run and donor-driven, that’s been running for about 18 years. Its operating costs are covered by the donations of individuals, foundations and corporate sponsors. A crew of volunteers help process the food.
“They generally get 75 people showing up five days a week,” Robin said. “They have to turn people away; it’s completely amazing! Right now, they’re limited to having 30 people volunteer at a time, so the process is slower. Most of the volunteers are retired and looking for something to do. I was thrilled to see it in operation.”
Not everyone can travel the world
and rescue people, but they can rescue food and make it available to people who need it. Currently, the facility makes 14.5 million meal servings a year. They rescue, process and dry local vegetables and products that don’t meet market conditions but are perfectly good and then make them available to organizations who ship them worldwide. They begin in April with greenhouse products like tomatoes and peppers. The next season includes carrots, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, potatoes and onions. They generally get a truckload of onions from the United States and have amazing volunteers willing to peel the onions.
The vegetables spend anywhere from 8 to 10 hours in an industrial size drying unit, after which they are stored in barrels. Several winter months are devoted to transforming barrels of vegetables into a dry soup mix. Mixing lines of volunteers are set up, at which time the lentils will be added, transforming the barrels of vegetables into a tasty, add water soup mix.
During this time, volunteers also complete the bagging of dried apple snacks. After this, containers are loaded and sent off to relief and development agencies, individual missionaries and short-term outreach teams, where the soup mix is distributed to over 40 developing countries.
If anybody is interested in donating peas or lentils, they can get hold of Robin Walde at Rosana Farms, and he’ll tell you all about it.
Lentils being unloaded.
Robin Walde and his truckload of lentils.
Leader honoured Ella Eichorn’s 100th birthday with a
JOAN JANZEN joanjanzen@yahoo.com
January 25th, 2021 was a very special day for Ella Eichorn from Leader, Sask. A century ago, on that day in 1921, Ella was born in the Leader area. In 2021, residents of Leader got together to honour Ella on her special birthday.
The Town of Leader organized a parade to drive by Ella’s home. It was one of the coldest days experienced in January 2021; nevertheless Ella bundled up in warm attire and watched the parade. Ella was accompanied by her daughter, who had arrived from Kelowna to spend time with her on her birthday. Ella was thrilled!
Her niece, Sharon Dieno, had posted Ella’s photo on social media, and the birthday wishes began pouring in. When Sharon started reading all those wishes to Ella, she could hardly believe it! Sharon said Ella remembered and recognized every person who had sent her birthday greetings.
Ella was the fourth youngest of nine children, who lived on a farm in the Leader area. After she married, she and her husband lived in Leader. Ella worked at several businesses in Leader throughout the years, including Schneider and Wenzel Lucky Dollar Store, the Leader Meat Market, and the senior citizens’ home, which was then located in the old brick hospital.
Ella has always been a very busy lady. She has been a long time member of the United Church Women (UCW) and is a member of the Leader Friendship Centre. During Wild West Daze, Ella and other seniors, were busy making “Grebble”, as Ella taught many others how to stretch the dough to perfection.
She also loved having fun and wouldn’t miss an opportunity to dress up for a parade or clown around. As the oldest volunteer at the Friendship Centre, she would help bring food or help out however she could.
Ella never missed a tea and bake sale and attended every community bridal shower. She loved to go for coffee with her friends and was an avid bridge player, playing bridge in the afternoon and the evening.
In 2019 Ella broke her hip, which sadly ended her role as an exercise instructor at the Friendship Centre. While Ella was recuperating at home, Sharon arranged for Meals on Wheels to be delivered to Ella’s home. However, after five days, Ella cancelled that arrangement and made her own meals once again.
Today Ella lives by herself and is very independent. She loves to bake and garden. She has a huge raspberry patch in her yard, and shares the bounty with others. She loves to go for walks, does all her own shopping, gets her mail, and is still driving.
She is loved by her two daughters who live in Kelowna, two grandsons and two great-granddaughters.
“She’s an amazing lady, she really is,” Sharon said. “She doesn’t seem old at all and is still quite capable of doing a lot on her own.”
Ella thoroughly enjoyed her 100th birthday and thanks everyone for the birthday wishes, cards, gifts and phone calls that she received on her extraordinary 100th birthday. She said the parade was awesome, and all who took part in it meant so much to her.
SaskEnergy responds to suspected Natual Gas Leak in Leader
SaskEnergy and its contractors have been working around the clock in the Town of Leader to lcate a potential natural gas leak, which was sus-
pected to be the source of a localized odour in the community.
Since first receiving an outside odour call late in the afternoon of January 27th, SaskEnergy has swept the area of concern six times and found no natural gas leaks. In addition, the Corporation brought in a third-party leak survey specialist contractor with the most sensitive gas detection equipment available.
Overnight from January 28th to 29th, the contractor surveyed every street and alley in the town, the survey results also indicated no leaks. SaskEnergy crews also did extensive work on various locations along its infrastructure - both above ground and buried - finding no leaks.
SaskEnergy adds a safety odourant to its distribution system across the province called mercaptan. This odourant produces the “rotten egg” smell associated with natural gas, which is itself odourless. This was initially believed to be the odour reported in Leader. Occasionally, SaskEn-
ergy responds to odour calls which turn out to be caused by other sources such as sewage/lagoon or old oil or gasoline storage containers.
While the source of the odour remains unknown, SaskEnergy can confirm there are no natural gas leaks in the Town of Leader, and there is no public safety concern at this time. As an additional safety precaution, SaskEnergy has scheduled the third-party specialist to return to this community in February to conduct another leak survey, and has made arrangements to have additional SaskEnergy staff readily available over the near term for emergency response in the area, should the need arise.
SaskEnergy would like to thank the Town of Leader, residents and local First Responders for their patience and assistance during its investigation.
If you think you smell natural gas, please call SaskEnergy’s 24/7 emergency line at 1-888-7000427.
Ella Eichorn looks fantastic in her 100th year! PHOTO COURTESY SHARON DIENO
Receiving a patent requires patience
Receiving a patent for an invention is a big deal and cause for celebration. When Jeremy Hartsook, owner of HES Manufacturing at Eston, received the Canadian patent for his Air Cube grain bin aeration system, he sent out a post on social media. However, many people don’t realize how long Jeremy had to wait to receive his Canadian patent.
“I invented it in 2012. I couldn’t even remember that; the process started before my second child
was born. It’s a wild journey,” Jeremy said. “The patent was necessary because of the difference our system had with the modular capability because it’s scaleable to different size grain storage. There wasn’t anything similar on the market, so we wanted to protect that idea.”
HES Manufacturing is described as a company built right from the farm with the farmer in mind, and its philosophy is to build a product you would want to see on your own farm. So it’s not surprising that Jere-
my came up with the idea in response to requests for an aerator that could be retrofitted to existing hopper bins. The system can be transported easily and assembled by two people inside the bin in roughly two hours.
Jeremy took the first step to go to the Canadian Patents Database and do a patent search to find out if something similar had already been patented.
“There wasn’t anything really similar on the market, so we wanted to protect that idea,” Jeremy explained.
The second part was the patent application, which included a description and drawings. This is where a patent lawyer helped define his invention broadly enough to provide maximum protection, but was specific enough to identify the invention as different from previous products. A patent is required in each country where you want your rights to be protected.
“I followed the patent office’s advice through the whole process,” Jeremy said. “There is definitely an expense to patenting a product. Between the Canadian patent and the American patent, I probably put out upwards of $30,000 in legal fees.”
The next step involves a patent examiner who studies your claims and will either approve your patent application or object to some or all of your claims. You will have a chance to respond to the objections if this is the case, and if you choose to respond, your patent ap-
plication will be reconsidered. Jeremy said the patent lawyer responded to any clarifications needed.
Jeremy filed his patent application on May 25, 2012. “We got the American patent two or three years ago, and the lawyer indicated the Canadian patent would take longer, so I wasn’t overly concerned,” Jeremy said.
On January 19, 2021, Jeremy received his Canadian patent, nine years after applying. Jeremy gave an overview of that time period.
“Over that period of time, not only are you waiting for the patent, but at the same time, you’re developing your product. When you have an idea that is unique, any number of things can happen. You can get caught with a
The R.M. of SNIPE LAKE #259 is now accepting applications for: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR(S) specifically scraper operator and mower operator.
Excellent Wage, Plus a Pension Plan and Benefits Package are included.
A valid driver’s license (Class 1A would be an asset), a driver’s abstract and a current criminal record check must be provided by all those who are called for an interview. You may drop off your resume or fill out the RM’s application form which is available at the RM office or from the RM website rmofsnipelake.ca. Resumes should provide references who may be contacted by the RM.
Must be received by 5:00 p.m. deadline February 28, 2021
R.M. OF SNIPE LAKE NO. 259 BOX 786 ESTON, SK. S0L 1A0
PHONE FOR INFORMATION
1-306-962-3521
FAX - 1-306-962-4330
E-MAIL - rm259@sasktel.net
bit of tunnel vision, and you may discover bugs that have to be worked out. During those nine years, I did find things that needed to be ironed out. That can mar your belief in the product if you’re not persistent. But I stuck with it as we encountered problems and
continued to make the product better,” he said.
“My advice to anyone applying for a patent is to be patient, believing in your idea and keeping that spark fresh,” Jeremy concluded. “The patent is more of a validation than an achievement.”
The Eston & District Development Board is seeking an individual to work permanent part-time. This person would be responsible for the economic development & business relations for the Town of Eston and the R.M. of Snipe Lake. For full job description and how to submit a resume and cover letter, please visit eston. ca/employment or email cao@eston.ca
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Jeremy Hartsook and his Air Cube grain bin aeration system.
Remember when? The Roman Catholic Cjurch in Eston. PHOTO COURTESY PRAIRIE WEST HISTORICAL SOCIETY
AGT Community Centre Keeps Kids in Sport
ADRIENNE MASON agemason@gmail.com
Saskatchewan pandemic regulations keeps participating in sport difficult at this time. However, the Eston AGT Community Centre strives to keep the doors of the ice open to our local youth in the safest manner possible.
Competition is currently on hold, but practices can proceed with caution. Each minor hockey team, as well as the CanSkate program, are allowed up to 8 kids and 2 instructors on the ice at one time. Having more participators than that, each program has created rotating schedules so that every child has the opportunity to continue honing their skills this season.
Public Skating is also offered every Saturday and Sunday. Each time slot has a maximum amount of participants allowed, and each skater needs to sign in and wear a mask both on and off the ice. The arena maintenance crew keeps the building disinfected and safe with a rigorous cleaning routine.
The Centres booth also opens
most Tuesday and Thursday evenings, offering take-out to the community. Erin Simpson, the Town’s interim Recreation Director, says that the booth has been kept busy those evenings. “It’s nice to see the continuing support of the rink
from the community at this time”, says Simpson.
Public skating is open each Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5pm, and the booth is available for take-out on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5-6:30pm.
SCA welcomes new board members
Arnold Balicki starts his second year as SCA Chair.
Regina – The Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association is pleased to welcome new board members Joleen Shea (District 7), Kelly Williamson (SSGA). and Garner Deobald (SSGA).
“It is always a little sad to see board members move on, especially
long term members Harold Martens and Paula Larson. I am looking forward to getting to work with our new members coming on board. Thank you Harold, Paula, & Kelcy for your years of service. And a very warm welcome to Joleen, Kelly, & Garner,” says current chair Arnold Balicki.
Balicki will continue to chair the Board
and Executive of SCA.
Rounding out the Executive are Keith Day, Vice Chair from Kyle. Dean Moore, Finance Chair from Paradise Hill. Brad Welter, Member at Large from Viscount. And Past Chair Rick Toney from Gull Lake.
The 2021 Virtual AGM included a look at SCA’s past year, financial report, policy discussions,
and plans for the future. The Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association works to develop and promote the success of all production sectors of the Saskatchewan beef cattle
duties to commence in April 1, 2021 The successful candidate will report to a five member volunteer board of directors and be responsible for the day to day operations of 25 Social Housing units located in Eston – Heritage Manor 12 units and 13 family units.
Experience in several areas such as; leasing, rent collection, supervision, tenant relations, accounting, budgeting, property maintenance and record keeping is preferred. Proven ability to deal with people of all ages, to work independently, act with discretion, and maintain a high degree of confidentiality is required.
Please apply in writing stating qualifications, experience, and references to:
Gerri Holmes, Chairperson Box 84 Eston, SK. S0L 1A0
Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Feb. 22, 2021
The Eston Housing Authority thanks all applicants for their interest, and advises that only those candidates selected to be interviewed will be contacted.
- Tender Deadline: 2021/03/09 @ 5:00 PM
- Municipal contact: Bob McCloskey - 306-962-7133
- Project details are available at our website: http://www.rmofsnipelake.ca/p/office-renovations
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Turning tradition into nutrition with lentils
JOAN JANZEN joanjanzen@yahoo.com
Wendy Nutall loves cooking with lentils. It all began when her son asked if she would help develop some recipes which incorporate lentils to compliment his business venture called Abundance Organic Grains, based out of Maple Creek.
Due to Covid, his mother said her son, who grows lentils, found himself with a lot of lentils that had no place to go. Wendy got busy creating recipes, even though she currently resides in Hay Cove, Newfoundland, where she operates bed and breakfast, and has an art gallery displaying her photography.
Wendy started by creating a pamphlet and plans to create a full cookbook of recipes in the near future, including approximately 100 recipes. Wendy’s photography skills are coming in handy as she creates recipes and posts beautiful photos of the dishes she makes.
“The pamphlet came out in December, and we’re finding the photos work quite well. We just started around Christmas time, and my son started the company last fall.
The pamphlet recipes use 100 percent
green lentils, and the company has since added different lentils and other grains. Wendy said she looks forward to working with the new grains and green lentil flour, which is also a new addition.
Wendy is no stranger to the prairies. She grew up in the Cypress Hills and lived and farmed west of Maple Creek for years. “That’s how I know about farming and grain, and it’s been helpful,” she said.
A local coffee shop in Maple Creek sells the lentils and flour packages as part of their product line, which Abundance Organic Grains packages and grinds the flour.
“The cooking works out beautifully,” Wendy explained. “I sprouted some lentils, and they were sweet like garden peas. I make smoothies too, but people don’t usually think of putting lentils into cookies or baking. It adds nutrition to your baking. I’ve done some gluten-free recipes. If I do another cookbook, I’ll focus on gluten-free. I incorporate lentils into western recipes. I was going for flavour and texture. I want to take tradition and turn it into nutrition as well. I have to experiment with bread but haven’t done that yet.”
Lentils add a high level of protein to your diet and have antioxidant properties. The western Canadian diet usually consists primarily of potatoes, root vegetables, eggs, bread, dairy products and meat. Many minerals and vitamins are not as easily found in high percentag-
es in this regular diet, so the addition of lentils is beneficial.
The lentils are available in bulk or smaller packages, and Wendy is creating an endless list of recipes, including specialties such as a Coffee Date Smoothie or Lentil Queen Elizabeth II Cake.
Wendy Nutall displaying her latest creation - Lentil Queen Elizabeth II Cake.
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WEEK OF JANUARY 24 TO 30, 2021
THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: VIRGO, LIBRA AND SCORPIO
ARIES
After a few celebrations, your house might feel like it’s been turned upside down, so you’ll quickly set about restoring order. A major cleaning is needed, and you’ll unclutter your mind in the process.
TAURUS
You won’t hesitate to speak your mind and voice your concerns when others won’t. You might also write a poem or express something that ends up being quoted around the world, much to your surprise.
GEMINI
You’ll be worried about a financial issue. It’s probably just a simple mistake though, such as a bill addressed to the wrong person. You’ll soon be smiling again, and your natural charisma will return.
CANCER
You’ll have a lot going on. Your loved ones will get you to participate in a few activities or at least succeed in getting you out of the house. You’ll be talked into signing up for a group course of some kind.
LEO You’ll need a second cup of coffee to feel like yourself and do away with procrastination. Afterward, you’ll become incredibly effective at kickstarting new projects and achieving certain goals.
VIRGO
WEEK OF JANUARY 31 TO FEBRUARY 6, 2021
THIS WEEK: SAGITTARIUS,
ARIES
Negotiating with people you love is always a delicate matter. You’ll be much more vulnerable if you let your emotions get involved. Try to take a step back so you can see the situation clearly.
TAURUS
Professional success is just around the corner. You’ll manage to gather a large group of people for a particular event, and you’ll benefit from great discounts that’ll allow you to increase your profits.
GEMINI
Your passions will be awakened, your mind will be filled with great ideas and all eyes will be on you. You’ll be enthusiastically applauded, and you’ll receive a medal or other type of award.
CANCER
You’ll find yourself spending most of your time at home or in the company of family members. Someone might ask you to take on some pretty hefty responsibilities.
LEO
Bargaining during your next shopping trip could be advantageous. You only need to raise your voice slightly to be heard and respected. Don’t hesitate to express your emotions out loud.
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VIRGO
WEEK OF FEBRUARY 7 TO 13, 2021
WEEK:
ARIES
Your responsibilities at home and at work will take priority. You’ll have very little time for yourself. You’ll also have to organize an important business meeting.
TAURUS
At work, you’ll be so successful your boss won’t have a choice but to offer you a raise to ensure you don’t take an offer elsewhere. You’ll be quite proud of yourself.
GEMINI
You’ll contemplate existential questions, and you’ll feel the need to make some big changes in your life. You’ll follow through on commitments in your relationship.
CANCER
You’ll be able to come to an understanding with certain people in your life after an argument. You’ll show great wisdom in handling the situation, which should probably be dealt with sooner rather than later.
LEO
You’ll have a very stimulating week at work. However, be careful not to set unrealistically high expectations for yourself, otherwise, success might elude you. Tensions might build among your coworkers.
VIRGO
The best in TV and film from your living room
BY JORDAN PARKER https://parkerandpictures.wordpress.com/
Boy Erased – Available On Netflix
This intense, difficult drama sees Lucas Hedges give a bravura performance as a young, religious teen who is sent to conversion therapy by his Conservative parents.
It’s a heartbreaking film, and one that has stayed with me two years after seeing it.
Hedges is truly unbelievable as Jared Eamons, the conflicted son of a Baptist preacher who wants to do right by his family, but cannot deny his sexuality.
Playing his parents, Russell Crowe and Nicole Kidman and both powerful and sometimes infuriating. It’s so difficult to see these two stalwart thespians and not want to like them, but their views are so problematic.
Co-written, directed, and featuring his as a co-star, Boy Erased is a triumph from Joel Edgerton, who impresses here. It’s an emotional ride, and one well worth your time.
Pitch Black – Available On Netflix
The sci-fi film that launched the millennium was this little gem. It spawned three more films in the series, and became a cult hit for star Vin Diesel.
He stars as a criminal on-board a ship that becomes stuck on a planet full of
EXACTLY:
Don’t ever be mad at lazy people.
They didn’t do anything.
In the middle of a crowd, you won’t always know how to push your way through it. At work, your boss, clients or colleagues will frequently seem uncertain and make a lot of vague requests.
LIBRA
man-eating creatures that feast during the night.
Exercise is great for your health when done in moderation. You’ll find people with whom you can enjoy an inspirational activity and discuss your spirituality.
LIBRA
earnestness alone.
You’ll be the focus of everyone’s attention, so expect to receive some applause and recognition for your achie vements. It’ll be a situation that gives you a substantial confidence boost.
LIBRA
At work, you’ll be entitled to a significant promotion. Before you agree to anything, however, it’s vital that you talk it over with your partner and the rest of your family to avoid any misunderstandings.
As the crew bands together to fight against a common enemy, they must also begin to trust criminal Riddick in order to survive.
Vin Diesel is at his very best as Riddick, and he’s both scary and hugely entertaining here. He is, undoubtedly, the star of the show. He owns this incredible, R-rated tilt.
SCORPIO
The winter blues are setting in and beginning to affect you more and more. It won’t be long before you start planning a vacation somewhere tropical. Good times ahead will reenergize you.
Joy Ride – Available On Prime Video
SAGITTARIUS
You’ll be very sensitive, and your emotions might play tricks on you. You’ll shed some light on a nefarious affair at work or possibly within the family.
While I just lavished praise on Vin Diesel’s turn in Pitch Black, a film he did before the Fast & The Furious franchise, it’s time to do the same for his late costar, Paul Walker.
CAPRICORN
You’ll need to hone your negotiation skills, both in your personal and professional life. You have everything you need to reach a lasting agreement that will impact the rest of your career.
This awesome B-movie thriller follows Walker’s character Lewis as he travels from Colorado to New Jersey with his ne’er do well brother Fuller and his crush and Venna. They’re having the time of their lives, until a little prank goes hugely awry.
AQUARIUS
You’ll find yourself the focus of everyone’s attention, which will make you very happy. You might also receive a reward or possibly some kind of promotion at work.
When they decide to set up a meeting between a creep on a CB radio and the rude guy next door at their motel, they wake up to find the motel guest murdered. They are then stalked by the trucker on the CB as he attempts to teach them a lesson.
PISCES
If your health is the least bit fragile these days, it would be a good idea to take some time to rest. Fortunately, the sleep you get will be incredibly restorative, and you’ll quickly recover your strength.
This taut, intelligent little thriller is so much fun, and it’s been a favourite for nearly 20 years. You need to check it out.
Orange County – Available On Prime Video
Writer Mike White creates an incredible little comedy with Orange County, which has outlasted so many other comedies from the 2000’s based on its sheer
This will be a hectic week, especially if you have young children or an active social life. As for matters of the heart, you might experience a lot of passion while on a trip or romantic getaway.
Directed by Jake Kasdan – who did the new Jumanji movies – this is the story of Shaun Brumder, who is denied acceptance to Stanford University after his guidance counsellor sends the wrong transcripts.
SCORPIO
The harsh winter weather could start to dampen your spirits. Fortunately, now’s an excellent time to fire up your imagination and create a work of art.
Shaun, his lazy brother Lance, and his girlfriend Ashley take a road trip to try to change Stanford’s mind and tell them what happened.
SAGITTARIUS
You might have to spend a day at home twiddling your thumbs, perhaps waiting for a delivery. The situation could prompt you to reassess the decor in a few rooms of your home.
SCORPIO
If you plan to hit the road, make sure you have clear directions to avoid wasting time searching for your destination. Make sure your GPS app is up to date, as it’ll prove to be a valuable resource.
You’ll find yourself surrounded by many people in situations that might be quite stressful or scary at times. Some down time before the end of the week will be crucial to recharge your batteries.
Colin Hanks – son of Tom Hanks – is an everyman we can root for, and this is my particular favourite role of Jack Black’s career as Lance. The two have incredible chemistry.
CAPRICORN
It’s a funny film that stands the test of time, because it relies on heart, our love of these characters and it tickles our funny bone without ever being too gross.
SAGITTARIUS
No one likes having to tighten their belt, and that’s exactly what motivates you to correct a bad financial situation. You’ll take all the necessary steps as soon as you figure out the best course of action.
CAPRICORN
It’s a smart comedy that stands the test of time, and I can always go back and enjoy it just as much as I did in 2002.
You’ll likely be given some very important new responsibilities at work. You’ll be greatly appreciated, and people will go out of their way to do business with you because you’re someone who can be trusted.
AQUARIUS
In addition to it being a hectic week, you’ll have to fill a variety of obligations that take up most of your time. Fortunately, you know how to stay organized in this type of situation.
AQUARIUS
You’ll feel the desire to travel and explore. You’ll be inspired by new adventures, each one more fantastic than the last. You might consider signing up for a training course.
Parks & Recreation – Available On Netflix
If you love The Office, you simply have to watch Parks & Rec. This comedy about the goings-on in a city office is both hilarious and has outstanding writing.
PISCES
Your emotions might run high if you experience a turbulent financial situation. Fortunately, a solution will quickly present itself and you’ll soon be back on the path to stability and success.
Amy Poehler gets the role of her career as do-gooder Leslie Knope, a trusty small-town employee who is all about bettering her community.
But it’s the ensemble that makes this one. Nick Offerman is amazing as her boss Ron Swanson, and a young Chris Pratt, Aziz Ansari, Retta, Rashida Jones and Aubrey Plaza also star.
Everyone simply has an amazing time making this show, and you can tell. You’ll have a great time too.
The arrival of a cold will signal that your body needs time to rest and recharge. You’ll worry about many small things. Learning how to meditate or relax another way would do you good.
PISCES
A group of people you’re in charge of will expect you to take the lead on everything. You’ll have a lot of managing to do. Embrace your role and don’t be afraid to assert yourself.
THE LUCKIEST SIGNS
CAPRICORN AND AQUARIUS
THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS
ARIES, TAURUS AND PISCES
CROSSWORD
LEADER SWIMMING POOL
Swimming Pool Manager
May 4 - Sept 6, 2021 35+ hrs/week
Applicant must be at least 18 years of age. Previous experience necessary.
Qualifications: NLS, Pool Operator’s Course, LSI (all levels), CPR-C, Standard First Aid
Full-Time Lifeguards
Mid June - Sept 6, 2021 35+ hrs/week
Applicant must be at least 15 years of age. Previous experience necessary.
Qualifications: Bronze Cross, NLS (preferred), LSI (all levels), CPR-C, Standard First Aid
Part-Time Lifeguards
Mid June - Sept 6, 2021 12+ hrs/week
Applicant must be at least 15 years of age.
Qualifications: Bronze Cross, NLS (preferred), LSI (all levels), CPR-C, Standard First Aid
Part-Time Junior Lifeguards (Lifeguard in Training)
Mid June - Sept 6, 2021 50 hrs total (possibility of additional hours)
Applicant must be at least 14 years of age.
Junior Lifeguard program is limited to one summer per individual
Qualifications: Bronze Cross, CPR-C, Standard First Aid PARKS & RECREATION
Summer Program Coordinator
May 17 - August 30, 2021 35+ hrs/week Driver’s License an asset
Responsible for development/implementation of summer programs. Some weekends/evenings required. Includes some park maintenance. Must be outgoing and enjoy working with people of all ages. Tourism Coordinator
May 14 - Sept 6, 2021 Fri to Mon 24+ hrs/wk. Driver’s License an asset
Responsible for Tourism Information Centre. Provide information to visitors. Promote sites and attractions. Organize WWD Tourism Breakfast. Includes some park maintenance.
Resumes and cover letters (indicating what you are applying for) can be sent to the undersigned no later than March 10, 2021.
TOWN OF LEADER Rochelle Francis, Recreation Director
Box 39, Leader, SK. S0N 1H0 306-628-3860 recreation.leader@sasktel.net
FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER
R.M. OF NEWCOMBE NO. 260
1) NE 35-26-23 W3rd 160 acres approximately
Closing date for Tenders is February 28, 2021
• Highest tender or any tender not necessarily accepted.
• Offers must exclude G.S.T. or any other levies which may be payable by the purchaser.
• Purchasers must rely on their own research and inspection of the property.
• 10% of purchase price must accompany tender which will be returned if tender not accepted.
• 1 year remaining on crop share lease (expires Nov 30, 2021).
Landlord pays 25% of inputs. 2020 crop was lentils.
• Offers should clearly state land description and total offer.
Forward tender to: Sheppard & Millar
Barristers & Solicitors 113 - 1st Avenue East Box 1510
Kindersley, Saskatchewan S0L 1S0
Attention: Mark L. Millar
Please include file 21-6098 when submitting tender.
LAND FOR CASH LEASE BY TENDER
Legal Description NW 1/4 35-28-28 W3, excepting 15 acre yard site
Description of Property Total of approximately 145 cultivated acres
Location Rural Municipality of Milton #292 Assessment 182,000 AND Legal Description NE 1/4
Kindersley RCMP warn of counterfeit money in the area
The Kindersley RCMP is urging business owners to be vigilant after receiving numerous reports from local businesses of counterfeit Canadian and American currency being circulated in the town.
Many of these bills have identifying marks to indicate they are fake:
• Different material is used and easily damaged or ripped;
• Bills differed in size, shape, and colour;
• Modified bills with tape or other adhesive materials;
• Contain holographic images and numbers that do not match the bill denomination.
In Canada, it is a criminal offence to knowingly use and recirculate a counterfeit bill. If you come into contact with what you believe is counterfeit currency, please report it to your local RCMP detachment by calling 310-RCMP. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can also report through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
For more information on detecting counterfeit bills and what to do if you receive one, visit the RCMP’s webpage about counterfeit activity in Canada.
Kindersley RCMP Weekly Calls for Service
Kindersley RCMP responded to 44 calls for service during the past week which included, but was not limited to, several speeding complaints, harassing communications as well as several suspicious person calls.
Farmland For Sale By Tender
RM of Snipe Lake SE-7-27-20-W3
Any or highest tender not necessarily accepted. Tender closes February 15, 2021. Forward tenders to Scott Reeves at jsreeves65@gmail.com
RCMP would like to renew a request for assistance in locating a wanted male.
22-year-old Austin Heid is still currently wanted on outstanding warrants by police for Theft Under $5000, Section 334(B) of the Criminal Code as well as Obstructing a Peace Officer, Section 129(A) of the Criminal Code. RCMP request that if you see Heid to call them immediately. Heid is described as 5’11”, approximately 159 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes.
If you need to report any suspicious activity in your community, please contact the Kindersley RCMP detachment by calling 306-462-4642 or their local police service. Information can also be provided anonymously through Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers by calling 1800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
*For more information on the calls to service please contact the Kindersley RCMP detachment.
The Rural Municipality of Winslow No. 319 is accepting applications for:
Seasonal Municipal Employee
Employment to commence April 1, 2021 or as mutually agreed
Skills and Abilities
• Check, lubricate, fuel and clean equipment
• Perform pre-operational checks on equipment
• Operate various heavy equipment
• Perform minor repairs on equipment
• Culvert and sign installation and repairs
• Other duties as required
• Team player and safety minded
Applicants are invited to submit a resume including three references by February 26, 2021
R.M. of Winslow No. 319 Box 310 Dodsland, SK S0L 0V0
Phone: 306-356-2106 Fax: 306-356-2085 Email: rm319al@sasktel.net
General Reporter and Photographer
Your Southwest Media Group has an immediate opening for a general reporter and photographer for our 2 weekly publications (Your West Central Voice and The Oyen Echo).
The ideal candidate:
• Computer skills in a Mac environment with basic knowledge of Photoshop and InDesign.
• Current driver's licence with reliable vehicle and cellphone.
• A degree or diploma in journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience.
An ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Research and write 5 to 10 news and feature stories per week.
• Topics can include, but not limited to agriculture, community, family, business, people, sports, and events.
• Attend some public meetings and events.
• Conduct interviews on the phone or in-person.
• Take photos when necessary.
• Produce succinct, clear, and accurate copy on deadline. Qualifications:
• Efficient research, interview, photography and writing skills.
• An aptitude for news judgement.
• Knowledge of the region’s background.
• Personable, confident and curious nature.
• A flair for story-telling.
• Social media savvy.
Submit your resume and writing samples - along with a cover letter by February 19th, 2021 to: kate@yoursouthwest.com, attention: Kate Winquist. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: FEBRUARY
p.m. on February 22, 2021. 7. Formal Lease Agreement to be signed.
number R12365
David Bryson Mitchell
August 21, 1947 – January 26, 2021
73 Years 7 months 5 days
David passed away in his home Tuesday January 26, 2021 with his wife by his side.
Beloved husband to Carol Mitchell whom he married September 28, 1984, Father to Bryson Mitchell (Chelsa) Cameron Mitchell (Shelby) Step-father to Jackie Howes (Witt) Christine Jackson (the late Shawn Jackson) Bernard Reid (Mary-Jane) and grandfather to 12.
David was born in Kindersley, the eldest son of the late Enid and Mac Donald Mitchell. His Siblings were John, Lawerence, Dawne, Marilee and Margret.
Land in 1996 where he was a Landman for 17 years. Following this Dave retired for a very short 8 weeks where he then decided to serve as an Advisor for the West Central Saskatchewan Surface Rights Group until his official retirement June 30, 2020.
He contracted polio during the last polio pandemic to hit Kindersley area in 1953. This disease shaped his physical life forever. He was 6 years of age when he contracted polio. He was flown to the Saskatoon City Hospital where he was quarantined for six months with other polio victims.
Upon release he resumed life on the farm. For the next six years he enjoyed 4-H winning many awards for his calves he raised and his seed plots he grew and his rifle shooting. He joined a chess club at a neighbour’s farm ad throughout his life taught many family members chess strategies. From age 12 through 16 he spent at the Shriners St. Bonaface Hospital in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He continues his schooling while there. During this time he had one operation after another to reconstruct his body so he could walk better.
Upon returning home at the age of 16 he started his farming career by renting a quarter of land and getting his first permit book. He attended Glidden School until he completed grade 11. Then he took his grade 12th year at KSC and was in the first KSC graduating class.
David went to Ag School at the University of Saskatchewan for 2 years then came home to farm when his dad, MacDonald died of cancer. He continues to grain farm and build up his father’s cattle herd.
In 1970 farming was in a tailspin. So at the age of 22 he began a career in the oil patch as an operator for Husky Oil which provided more stability for the farm. This career of Agriculture & oil field lasted until July 1, 2020. A 50 year career!
He loved contract operating since it provided ability to be outside with nature. As his post-polio worsened he found a new job that fit his physical condition. He went to work for Palliser
In David’s early adult life he took up arm wrestling and enjoyed winning many competition in Saskatchewan and eventually progressed to the Canadian Arm Wrestling Championship where he was filmed on CBC Network. He made the top 10 ranking in this competition. Following this he spent time refereeing tournaments and mentoring the young up and coming arm wrestlers.
David was a spiritual, strong and sometimes a stubborn Scotch man that was a sponge of information. Spending hours reading books on historical facts, the prairie’s and biographies. He loved to listen to all kinds of music. Loved to travel and tour various landscapes especially anything with native prairie some of his favorites included the Saskatchewan River Hills and the Missouri breaks in Montana. He loved to talk to people ad he loved food. David liked ritual and flow of his days. He liked to begin his morning with a coffee with his coffee buddies where these wisened men figured out the world’s problems each morning.
Often Dave would drive to “The Little House built by Leon Lesperence on 12 acres of native prairie. This cabin was a refuge of peace for Carol and David. Summer and winter many friends shared in the love of this unique place. He kept a journal where he noted the temperature both inside and outside of the cabin. He noted the direction of the sky, wind and conditions in the sky. He loved nothing better than listening to the natural prairie grass sway in the wind.
A few of David’s favorite sayings which will always be remembered by family and friends are as follows:
- Dot your I’s and cross our T’s
- I sure love watching you young guys work!
- Neat, that is really NEAT!
- That’s intriguing
- Your day, shall cometh!
- No one home in the tower of power!
- It’s a jungle out there!
David has a huge presence and he will be missed by many people from miles around. For everyone who feels and empty void from his passing, just recall his deep voice saying another one of his favorite phrases, “Carry on! Just Carry On!”
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THE POWER OF NEWSPAPER ADS IN 2021
Given the proliferation of digital platforms, the rise of geo-targeting and the constant stream of online news, you may be wondering if it’s worth placing ads in your local paper. In fact, the power of newspapers should not be ignored.
Distributed regularly, community newspapers allow you to connect with your target audience in meaningful ways. In fact, studies show that consumers are more likely to be swayed by ads in local newspapers because they view these publications as credible. Indeed, the reputation and good standing of newspapers has enormous influence.
THE IMPACT
OF YOUR LOCAL NEWSPAPER
Whether published in print or online, local newspapers remain a top source of reliable information for the public, particularly when it comes to issues affecting the community. Without a doubt, local papers are a relevant and in-demand source of news. And, when marketing dollars are spent wisely, they make a real impact.
The takeaway? Make certain to advertise where you’re sure to get real results!
Get started now. We can help you create an ad or build a whole campaign. Contact us today!
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