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all began when one of the students took notice of homeless people on the streets of Saskatoon and wanted to give them blankets to stay warm. It’s a thoughtful gesture as there aren’t enough shelters in Saskatoon to house all the
After the Christmas break, the student
returned to school and excitedly told Mrs. Maureen Dobbin about her idea. Mrs. Dobbin suggested it would be a wonderful project for the Elizabeth Middle School Interact Club. This is a junior division of the Rotary Club and has been a part of the school for many years. CONTINUED PG 2
Elizabeth School students helping the homeless
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“This is a 100 percent student-driven initiative,” Mrs. Dobbin said. “I called a meeting, and a group of eight students showed up. They discussed their ideas and came up with a plan. They prepared a PowerPoint presentation about their venture to present to classrooms, and they created a video of their presentation and shared that with classrooms. They wrote a letter and sent it home to parents, and a poster was created and distributed to businesses that students have contacts with.”
The posters were distributed throughout the school, and the students wrote letters which they sent to businesses in Kindersley soliciting donations. “The group meets during lunch and recess. It’s beautiful to watch them,” Mrs. Dobbin said.
They put out a request for donations of new or gently used blankets, with a goal of collecting 150 blankets and/or $1500 in monetary donations. Businesses and individuals are invited to support this worthwhile project.
The collection got underway on January 10th and runs until January 28th. Donations can be dropped off at the main entrance to Elizabeth Middle School between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
The blankets and monetary donations will be delivered to the Lighthouse in Saskatoon and other agencies in Saskatchewan. But the students can’t do it without the help of the community. Let’s help them reach their goal. Helping them reach their goal will not only help keep people warm, but it will encourage these big-hearted students to take on many more projects in the years to come to help meet needs in our community and beyond.
Kindersley Legion welcomes new President
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The Kindersley Legion Branch No. 57 officially has a new president. Jeannie Bylo was initiated in an official ceremony, making her the first female president of the Kindersley Branch. She conducted her first meeting as president on Wednesday, January 19th.
Jeannie has lived on a farm near the Lemsford ferry since 2017 and works for the R.M. of Clinworth. She has been a member of the Kindersley Legion for the past three years, and when asked if she was interested in being president, she replied, “Absolutely!”
“I joined to get involved, not to sit back and watch,” Jeannie said. Having a father who was a veteran and being a veteran herself, she said helping veterans is something she always wanted to do.
it.” She left the army base in 2009.
She acknowledged that being president entails much responsibility, organizing fundraisers and events, looking after veterans and making sure they’re comfortable. “It’s all about the people, and that’s what I want,” Jeannie said. “There’s a lot to it; it’s not a job you can pile into, but having a military background is a bonus for me. I am now learning what my obligations are.”
Jeannie grew up on a base and served as a finance clerk for eight years on the west coast. “My life was always around military living, whether on bases in Canada or Germany,” she explained. “I lived on one side of Canada all the way to the other and lived in Germany for four years. It’s not the life for everybody, but I enjoyed
Two of Jeannie’s six children followed in her military footsteps. Her oldest son is serving in the Navy in Victoria, BC. “He looks after the boilers,” she said. “My youngest son is driving tanks around and lives in Edmonton. I’m kind of proud of my sons.”
As the new Legion president, Jeannie said, “The biggest thing is get-
ting us noticed. I want to do more Internet stuff. We have to start expanding to get more people involved. We’re all sitting at home right now, and everybody wants something to do. The more people we get, the more ideas we’ll have.”
The second and third vice president positions need to be filled on the executive. Those filling executive positions help with finances for veter-
ans, acknowledging their birthdays and giving donations when needed.
“We need donations coming in so we can support our community,” Jeannie noted. “I want to start to get some things going.”
Jeannie is open to hearing suggestions and answering any questions. “You don’t need to be a veteran or be family of a vet to join. You just need to come out and support our vets.”
Jeannie Bylo is the first female president of the Kindersley Legion Branch #57. | SUBMITTED PHOTO
FoodMesh distributes $160,100 of food
FoodMesh in Kindersley started working on the Retail Food Recovery Program in July of 2021. Its motto is “Give food a second chance.” During the six months it has been operating, FoodMesh has been able to help families from Kindersley and the surrounding area, thanks to the partnership of Buy-Low Foods and the additional help of Family Foods and Kerrobert Bakery. Word is getting out, and people are coming from throughout the region to receive groceries. People from Leader, Kerrobert, Brock, Eston, Flaxcombe and Oyen are benefitting.
Food donations weighed in at an accumulated 61,924 pounds over six months, valued at $160,104.00, the equivalent of 46,814 meals! Donations of food include dairy, deli, meat/seafood, produce, grocery and bakery items. The food is picked up every afternoon on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, brought to the Kindersley
Christian Fellowship kitchen, sorted and distributed later in the evening. Every Friday, food is picked up and delivered to Dawnview apartments.
Barbe Dunn, coordinator of FoodMesh, said there are fifteen volunteers involved. Three teams of four oversee the distribution, and additional volunteers do the pick-ups. The customers who benefit by receiving groceries are very grateful.
“They’re thankful to have enough food, and there’s a sense of relief,” Barbe said. “It takes the pressure off, so finances can go to other essentials.” Not only is the food beneficial, but people receive encouragement as they’re helped through a tough time. “There’s a sense of no longer being invisible,” she noted.
Comments made by recipients have been liberally spiced with gratitude. “We couldn’t make it without you.” “Finally, some meat; haven’t had any for at least a month.” “It’s nice to have spe-
cial things for our kids.” “There’s so much selection!” “There’s less strain at home because our resources can go to other areas.” “So glad we have been able to make new friends. It’s good to get out and see other people.”
Another comment that’s heard is “How can I help?” and the recipients also become volunteers who provide valuable assistance. For the unemployed, it offers social interaction, organizational skills and restores self-confidence as they build relationships. Like the food, volunteering doesn’t cost anything but provides numerous benefits that can often prove to be as essential as groceries.
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“And for the volunteers, there’s satisfaction in helping meet other people’s needs, not just groceries,” Barbe concluded.
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Some things just don’t make sense. For instance, why do cartoon characters wear the same things every single episode? Why do we press harder on the remote when the batteries are dead? And last of all a Minion quote “If camera lenses are round, why are the pictures square?”
Meanwhile in Canada, we have to ask, “Why are illegal migrants continuously entering Canada without any re-
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quirements, when Prime Minister Trudeau is implementing a vaccine mandate for truckers crossing the border?
A number of years ago, you may recall hearing about people crossing illegally into Canada via Roxham Rd in Quebec. Although Canadians may not have thought about it, or heard anything more on the subject, approximately one hundred Illegal migrants continue to cross that
border daily. These border crossers are not required to take a PCR test or provide proof of vaccination before crossing the border. Upon arrival they are transported, provided with housing and a lawyer, all free of charge (compliments of Canadian tax dollars). The government’s website lists hundreds of crossings which took place last year, and there are no foreseeable plans to
have this come to a stop. In fact housing contracts for illegal migrants have been renewed.
The RCMP were asked about the procedure which takes place at the border crossing. When arrested, the person does not have to provide any proof or undergo a test. People claiming asylum are taken to Canada’s Border Services. The RCMP’s role is to deal with those who are entering illegally and hand them over to agents responsible for Canada’s border services.
So what are the benefits? Truckers are alone in their vehicle, driving from point a to point b, where they drop off their cargo and get back in their trucks and drive away. Why is this policy being implemented at this point in time?
John Campbell, from the UK posts a daily video to help viewers discern what our current circumstances look like.
He is a retired nurse educator and author of nursing textbooks, who daily reviews world wide data on the COVID 19 pandemic. His videos have been viewed more than 50 million times, providing a broad perspective. While he is careful to err on the side of caution, he is optimistic. He reviews data from across the world, providing medical information in a manner in which everyone can understand.
While this is border process is ongoing, Prime Minister Trudeau announced public policy measures to bring in a vaccine mandate for truckers crossing borders. Those knowledgeable about supply chains say it’s not a good idea. It will inevitably cause products to disappear from shelves, cause numerous shortages, and will affect the medical supply chain causing delayed surgeries. Limiting the supply of products will cause inflated prices to rise even further.
According to John Campbell, lots of doctors of immunology and virologists agree that the Delta variant is essentially almost gone in the UK, and is similarly happening throughout the world. It is being re-
placed by a less pathogenic but highly transmissible variant.
Dr. Elisabetta Groppelli, virologist at St. George’s University of London stated, “I am very optimistic.” She and many of her colleagues may be optimistic, but many Canadians are not. Did a lack of optimism cause Prime Minister Trudeau to produce his latest policy? Will truckers pose more of a threat to safety than hundreds of illegal migrants who cross the border daily? Does it make sense to you? I’m just asking questions. Canadians are allowed to ask questions, right? You can reach me at joanjanzen@yahoo.ca
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Prairie gold is not always wheat. It is also the wealth of writers sprung from this land. So much of the character of this place, its very soul, is in its stories, many of them not written but told over years, decades and generations, in tents and around fires, through winter counts, and myths and legends. Among them also, are ghost stories and witness impact statements recounted by ancestors. And they become valuable gold when passed along.
The library is to books what grain elevators are to wheat, I think, as I labour home past the old elevator with my bag of thirteen library books. Our little Chinook library branch sits at one end of the main street. At the other end is the elevator, preserved and re-painted, still waiting on the restoration committee to bequeath upon it its new identity.
An elevator is a storage tank of rich potential, I continue to muse, shifting the book of bags from one hand to another. It holds materials until they can be taken away and made into things like bread and cakes and pasta. So too, is the library a holder of potential, of worlds sitting waiting to be discovered and plumbed. I stop and salute the WWII cenotaph (and my uncles’ names among those who served ). But I’m also saluting
the elevator, standing like a sentinel behind it.
It’s sad to see the elevator empty, like it’s sad to see an empty bookshelf. I understand some people work hard all day. And what young parent has time for books? But I also know that a lot of people squander their precious time scrolling through inane posts on their cell phones, surrendering their valuable time and energy bearing witness to the successful attention-seeking behaviours of celebrities named, at the moment, Kim and Kanye.
These postings are nothing more than tributes to tantrums. I didn’t subscribe to them, and yet they show up on my phone on a daily basis, pandering to my susceptibility to rubber-neck at a crime scene. They elbow their way into my brain every time I check my phone my phone in case my sister called with updates on my father’s health.
Against all my better angels, I catch myself gawking at his childish pout and her painstakingly manicured hair and face, a feat curated by an entire team to cash in on a planned camera op to “spontaneously” catch them entering or leaving a building.
Why do I do this? Is it just so I can express my righteous indignation at a culture so totally bereft of soul? Does it make
me feel better? No. Because getting caught staring at the train wreck of American popular culture is a massive time suck, and, more importantly, it does not reflect my life out here on the prairie where no woman owns a pair of stilettos. (No, wait, I take that back, a few young ones still have a pair stashed in the back of the closet they haul out once a year when they drive to the city to go to a wedding reception or a club.
I recently reread James H. Gray’s The Winter Years. Gray started his illustrious career as a chronicler of prairie history reporting for the Winnipeg Free Press. Like most westerners, he struggled to keep food on the table during the Depression. In The Winter Years, he writes how the local library became a kind of halfway house. On his return home from another fruitless job search in the dead of winter, he’d stop in the library to get warm. The library was a haven for himself and others less fortunate.
People became loyal library patrons, spending whole days among the stacks. They weren’t always reading, but if they wanted to stay, they would have to start. Or at least appear to be. “All over western Canada, people were reading as never before,” he wrote. They may have been sleeping under those books, but they
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were also looking for something beyond distractions to kill time. They weren’t looking at cell phone posts. “They were searching for a sign, a light to pull them out of their personal wilderness.”
Gray maintains that, in a big way, libraries brought in “a new generation of dissenters.” They were looking for answers to their plight. “The economics shelves at the libraries were taking up more room,” he wrote. Books by H.G. Wells and Aldous Huxley rubbed covers with J.M. Keynes and Thorstein Veblen, author of The Theory of the Leisure Class. If the authors of said books were thrown together in the flesh, Gray joked, they’d break into a brawl. But the library, being the greatest example of democracy, threw all kinds of ideas together. New ideas and perspectives “were sifting into the public sphere.”
It will be interesting to see if the pandemic provoked a rise in reading the way the Depression did. It will take volition to put down our phones and pick up a book. Gray and his contemporaries never had celebrity pouts and poses following us from room to room. But he did benefit from a reading culture, and eventually, he became one of a lineage of exceptional Prairie authors whose collective gifts, I believe, were bestowed, and
sometimes foisted, upon them by this vast and raw land, with all its challenges. This land has a knack for tethering wayward minds, of bringing us back to ourselves.
My hope is that you, dear reader, will give yourself that gift of prairie gold, that pleasure that returns you to yourself, by reading an author whose tales sprang from this land. I wish for you the thrill of reading. I hope books bring you what they brought Mr.Gray all those dark Depression days: “a light that pulls you out of wilderness”. And may it pull you into the immediate world around you. Next week I plan to share with you a brief list of my all-time best-loved prairie authors and their books. I hope you’ll share yours, too.
Political arguing overtaking reason in Saskatchewan
Maybewe’d be better off in Saskatchewan if some people stopped looking at this province strictly through their own political filters.
This has been long-standing in this province, but its sadly gotten worse during this pandemic.
For far too many see each and every COVID-19 development as some grand opportunity to make a pronouncement regarding their political allegiance.
Yes, pandemic information can often be confusing, contradictory and — depending on the source — quite possibly wrong. Yes, it’s a free country — you get to express your opinions.
But some people don’t get that not everything they hear actually supports their core beliefs or that it needs to be spun to support their worldview. Some of it is just reality — simply matters of fact.
Consider the recent fifth wave regarding the Omicron
variant in which we are seeing unprecedented daily case numbers, but — at least so far, less deaths and ICU admissions.
This underscores the reality that Omicron — while serious, according to every reasoned medical professional you will talk to — is less serious than the Delta variant that swamped Saskatchewan’s hospitals and ICUs to the point of having to send people out of province.
But while a smaller percentage of people who now contact COVID-19 are getting seriously ill right now (largely because of a higher vaccination rates than before) the sheer volume of cases remains a serious threat to swamping our hospitals (largely because we still don’t have enough people vaccinated).
A certain percentage of those hospitalized will wind up in ICUs. And one of the added pressures is that health care workers are also now contacting Omicron, meaning there are fewer of them available to care for the sick.
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These realities are simply facts that really can’t be debated. We surely all can agree that no one truly wants to see anyone hospitalized or in ICUs. Yet that really isn’t stopping some from twisting and contorting this reality to argue that “Omicron is just a cold” and no precautions are needed or that “vaccines don’t work, so, therefore, there’s no point in getting one.”
Similarly, it’s troubling to see how some are absolutely gleeful at any tragic sign of increased illness or hospitalizations because the more important thing to them is to be proven right … or see the Saskatchewan Party government as proven wrong.
Maybe if we were instead truly respectful of the notion that someone else might have a point, we’d be getting through things a lot better.
But it isn’t just COVID-19.
Consider the very good news coming from Federated Co-operatives Ltd. and AGT Foods and Ingredients that they are proceeding with a $2-billiont renewal diesel and canola crushing facility outside of Regina.
With its potential to create $4.5 billion in economic activity and 2,500 jobs during construction, and 150 permanent jobs when it opens in 2027, everyone can surely agree this was great news, right?
Heck, this announcement
even had the added benefit that it should significantly reduce fossil fuel consumption in Saskatchewan, thus contributing to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Now, consider the stupidity of online comments that Premier Scott Moe is just using this to distract from COVID-19 or, conversely, that this project wouldn’t have been built if we had a socialist NDP government instead of Moe’s Sask. Party administration.
No politician is going to pass up a good news announcement like this that also supports Moe’s suggestions; we do need to be looking past COVID-19. As for it wouldn’t have happened under the NDP that drove away business; it is a project driven by the Federated Co-op that’s run by Scott Banda, who ran for the NDP leadership in 2001 and whose dad was an NDP MLA.
Maybe we’d be better off if some would simply put down their partisan political filters.
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Ian Boxall elected new President of APAS
The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) Board of Directors has elected Ian Boxall, APAS Representative for RM of Connaught # 457, as their new President at their general meeting in Regina on Tuesday, Jan. 18. Ian farms near Tisdale, Saskatchewan with his family. Bill Prybylski and Scott Owens will serve as Vice-Presidents.
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“It’s an honour and a privilege to be elected President of APAS,” Boxall said. “I know I have the full support of APAS moving forward as we move forward with advocating for some of the best producers in the world right here in Saskatchewan.”
Some of the early priorities for the new executive include the Next Policy Framework Task Force, rural connectivity, continued drought response, and advocacy on behalf of farmers dealing with grain contracts from last year’s drought.
“I wish Ian the best of luck with his new role as President,” former APAS President Todd Lewis said. “I’ve worked with him over the last several years, and I know APAS will be in good hands with the new Executive.”
APAS also held elections for Districts Two and Five, while representatives were acclaimed in Dis-
tricts One, Three, Four, and Six for two-year terms.
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Bev Pirio RM of Laurier #38 and James Bateman RM of Gravelbourg #104
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Don Connick RM of Carmichael #109 and Devin Harlick RM of Piapot #110
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Bill Prybylski RM of Garry #245 and Ian Boxall RM of Connaught #457
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Donavon Block RM of Leroy # 339 and Ryan Scragg RM of Garden River #490
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Jeremy Welter RM of Mariposa #350 and Scott Owens RM of Eldon #471
January 23-29 is Family Literacy Week
January 23 - 29 has been proclaimed as Family Literacy Week, and January 27 has been called Family Literacy Day. The theme for this year is “Learning in the Great Outdoors.”
The Kindersley Wheatland Library is planning an outdoor craft activity on Family Literacy Day. However, families have been presented with a winter challenge which began on January 10 and runs until March 19, 2022. Family members can sign up by downloading the Beanstack app or scanning a QR code provided by the library. After that, participants simply log into their Beanstack account and select the challenges they would like to participate in.
something new - classics, non-fiction, a different genre or a book by an author you’ve never read before.
The Warm My Heart Badge encourages members to share a little kindness with others and lists several suggestions to help spread some winter cheer. Meanwhile, the Virtual Adventures Badge inspires people to explore events and places around the world from the warmth of their own home.
Tender information available at the municipal office. All tenders must be on the form provided by the municipality. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Tenders close at 5:00 p.m. on February 4th, 2022.
Participants log their reading minutes and activities using the website or their app. Family members log in their reading minutes individually to complete a badge. A badge entitles you to receive a virtual ticket, automatically entered to win one of the grand prizes.
There are six badges: Warm My Heart, Virtual Adventures, Winter Wonderland, Library Love, Cozy Up, and Try Something New badges. The Cozy Up Badge lists fun, enjoyable and relaxing activities, while the Winter Wonderland Badge includes more energetic activities like skiing, snowboarding, skating or building a snowman. The Try Something New Badge encourages members to try reading
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TOWN OF EATONIA - PUBLIC NOTICE
Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Eatonia intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 5/16, known as the Zoning Bylaw.
INTENT
The proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment will:
• Replace the definition for “Dwelling, Duplex”
• Reduce the required side yard setback in the CS – Community Service District
• Rezone Lot 17, Block 1 from C2 – Highway Commercial District to R2 – Residential Multiple Dwelling District Single Dwelling District
Klippers adjusting to new team chemistry
After a trade deadline filled with changes and dealings, the Kindersley Klippers are settling into new roles and teammate dynamics.
Though they lost in overtime 5-4 to the rival Battlefords North Stars, the team managed a 4-1 win against they Weyburn Red Wings on Tuesday night. It’s a step in the right direction, according to their assistant coach.
“The last week has been alright, but we just didn’t fully show up on Friday,” said coach Mitch Topinka.
The Klippers went goal-for-goal with Battleford, tying things up after an early first period goal by the North Stars’ Tynan Ewart on the powerplay.
After two periods, the teams were deadlocked at 2-2, and Kindersley took a 4-2 lead. However, they would succumb to two goals in the final five minutes of the third and eventually lose in overtime.
“Our season has just been an upand-down rollercoaster. We played well, but we couldn’t hold that lead and close it out. It’s just been happening all year,” he said.
REASON
The reason for the amendment is to:
• Provide for a wider range of residential development;
• Provide less restrictive yard requirements within the community service district; and,
• Provide additional clarity within the Zoning Bylaw.
PUBLIC INSPECTION
Any person may inspect the bylaws at the Town Office, located at 202 Main Street, Eatonia, SK between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Copies of the bylaws are available at the Town Office at a cost.
PUBLIC HEARING
Council will hold a public hearing in conjunction with their regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on February 8, 2022 at the Town of Eatonia Council Chambers – 202 Main Street, Eatonia, SK to hear any person or group who wishes to comment on the proposed bylaws. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the Town office to the undersigned prior to the hearing.
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Trade day was surprising for Schaab, but he’s adjusting well to his new surroundings.
“It kind of came out of the blue. But I’ve just been doing what I can to keep comfortable. I’m surprised with my start. I needed to learn the systems, but it’s been great,” he said.
Assistant Coach Topinka has been impressed with what he’s seen from the forward so far.
“He’s just quietly put up a point or two a game since her arrived. There’s a reason we got him. He’s playing with Tylin Hilbig, and his passes just keep finding the guy,” said Topinka.
“The chemistry was instant. It’s such an important thing. Schaab can put pucks in the net, but he’s more of a passer. Tylin is a shooter, and it’s just been working well.”
But that line isn’t the only one keeping things interesting. Topinka has loved how the forwards have been meshing.
The team has struggled to capitalize in close contests and play with discipline throughout the entirety of their games this season, and Topinka says that’s one reason for their fortunes this year.
The Klippers sit with 30 points and a 14-21-1-1 record with 37 games played. They rank ahead of only Weyburn, who they defeated Tuesday.
They sit three points back from the Notre Dame Hounds in their Global Ag Risk Solutions division as of Wednesday, while that team has three games in hand. The Klippers also maintain the lowest Goals For stat in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League.
“We have 12 one-goal losses this year, and we’re in a different position in the standings because of that,” said Topinka. But he did see some bright spots in Tuesday’s tilt.
“We got it going, and the boys played really well. We had 37 shots after two periods, which was incredible. I hope we can continue to play like that.”
It’s been a year of change for the Klippers, and players have come and gone. Among them, however, is the impressive Andrew Schaab. The Centre has accounted for four points in three games since he was acquired from Nipawin at the trade deadline.
“It’s different from Nipawin, but my billets and teammates are awesome. I’m feeling really welcomed,” he said.
“My linemates are great players. Georget has speed and he’s easy to play with, and Hilbig has a wicked shot, and he’ll bury that puck from anywhere.”
“Cameron Rinstad has been playing with Andrew Blocker and Noah Lindsay, and they’ve been buzzing around the net. Prescot Senger had a great debut the other night, and he’s playing well with Aidan Bangs and Matt Mazzocchi. It’s just nice to see the new guys integrating.”
Their defensive core has seen numerous changes, including the shipping out of longtime Klipper and captain Mark Snair. But the changes, Topinka says, have led to a strong defensive core.
“These have all been good changes, and I think we got better making these deals. We’ve built out from the bag end, and it’s a wonderful thing. We still have Josh Pufahl and Ethan Hilbig, and they’re fantastic players,” he said.
“With the addition of Liam Bell, Brayden Koch, Josh Morton, and Karson Blanchette, we have an amazing six guys back there. I’m really happy with what we’ve built.”
One think the team has improved on is their penalty killer. The Klippers began as a rough-and-tumble team who couldn’t be pushed around. They haven’t lost their edge, but have become more disciplined.
“It’s always easier when we aren’t short a man on the ice, and it’s nice being five-on-five. It might sound weird, but given how we’re playing, sometimes there’s more urgency when were shorthanded,” he said.
“We got another shorthanded goal on Tuesday. It’s just nice to not spend time in the box constantly.”
Topinka says the team needs to get pushing as the season progresses, and things won’t be as easy.
“We’re going into a huge stretch here, and we need to keep some consistency. If we can push a little harder and keep nabbing points, that will be great,” he said.
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Canada’s soccer men poised for success
Thirty-six years ago, the Canadian men’s soccer team hit its peak by qualifying for the 1986 World Cup in Mexico City. Alas, the team under coach Tony Walters failed to scored a single goal in its three games — losing by scores of 2-0, 2-0 and 1-0 — and has since been unable to qualify for the world’s most prestigious sports tournament.
But in 2022, the soccer world has tilted and Canada is almost assured of getting back to the big stage when the World Cup is held in Qatar from Nov. 21 to Dec. 18.
The long and winding road to the World Cup began last September and stretches until March. If the Canadian team, which will be without ailing world-class superstar Alphonso Davies of Edmonton, can continue its impressive run, a major celebration across the country will happen in late March. And that’s just for qualifying.
Given the national team’s history, a number of stepping stones are on the road to success: Qualifying for the tournament would be No. 1; scoring at least one goal in a World Cup game would be No. 2; winning at least one game would be No.
3; making the playoffs would be No. 4; winning the World Cup? That’s an Everestian peak almost too high for even the most optimistic Canadian to consider.
Coach John Herdman’s Canadian team is currently halfway through an eight-team tournament (home and away games against the other seven countries) which will determine three qualifying countries for the World Cup. Thanks to a pair of wins in November in Edmonton over Costa Rica and Mexico, Canada stands alone on top with a near-perfect 4-04 record. Its next three games in this CONCAFAC event will be played in Hamilton: Jan. 27 against Honduras; Jan. 30 against arch rival U.S.A.; and Feb. 2 against El Salvador. Canada then wraps up the tournament in March with games against Costa Rica, Jamaica and Panama (combined record to date: 7 wins; 8 losses; 9 draws).
The world rankings would suggest Canada has a tough road ahead. But while the maple leaf boys are ranked 40th in the world by FIFA, the U.S. and Mexico, already victimized in this World Cup qualifying event by the Canadians, are ranked 12th and 14th respec-
tively. What does that say? This Canadian squad is either overachieving, or is becoming an actual contender on the world stage.
Davies, recovering from a case of myocarditis that will prevent him from playing in Hamilton, is already a household name among Canadian sports fans, but the likes of Cyle Larin and Jonathan David may soon be as familiar as McDavid and Crosby.
The country’s sports fans will be glued to their TVs Jan. 27 for the next episode of this exciting run to Qatar.
• Scott Ostler of the San Francisco Chronicle, on MLB’s need for robotic umpires to call balls and strikes: “Human umps were fine in the old days.
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So were phone booths and stage coaches.”
• RJ Currie of sportsdeke. com: “Rumour has it Tim Tebow has been trying to become a ventriloquist. Unfortunately, whenever he throws his voice it goes way over everyone’s head.”
• Patti Dawn Swansson, on Oilers’ GM Ken Holland saying he believes in ‘second chances’ while musing about signing troubled forward Evander Kane: “Fine, except Kane goes through second chances like Liz Taylor went through wedding rings.”
• Greg Cote of the Miami Herald, on the firing of Dolphins’ coach Brian Flores after two winning seasons: “Team owner Stephen Ross might as well have bought a billboard alongside Interstate 95 that depicts him wearing a big red Bozo nose and the word ‘INCOMPETENT’ stamped across his forehead.”
• Blast from the past (courtesy Don Pottinger and Dan Sutherland): Harry Neale, professional hockey coach: “Last year we couldn’t win at home and we were losing on the road. My failure as a coach was that I couldn’t think of anyplace else to play.”
• Late comedian Phyllis Diller: “The reason women don’t play football is because 11 of them would never wear the same outfit in public.”
• Another blast from the past: “Arkansas coach Lou Holtz, when his team was pelted with oranges after winning a trip to the 1978 Orange Bowl: “I’m glad we’re not going to the Gator Bowl.”
• Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times: “A fan has filed a $6 billion lawsuit against the Jets and Giants for deceptive practices, on the grounds that they: a) call themselves New York but play in New Jersey; b) claim to play professional football.”
• RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com: “At the Australian Open it’s been serve, volley, serve, volley, serve and volley. And that was just the Novak Djokovic COVID deportation case.”
• Comedy writer Torben Rolfsen of Vancouver, via Twitter, with a sure sign too many NHL games have been lost to COVID: “I’ve forgotten the words to ‘O Canada.’ ”
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BY BRIAN ZINCHUK
Federated Co-op and AGT Foods announce joint venture $360 canola crush plant adjacent to Regina refinery
REGINA – When Federated Co-operatives Ltd. (FCL) announced in November that they would be building a renewable diesel facility adjacent to the Regina Refinery Complex, an open question was where they would be getting the canola oil feedstock from?
On Jan. 17, that question was answered, for at least half of it. FCL and AGT Foods and Ingredients Ltd. announced a memorandum of understanding for their intentions to build a $360 million canola crush plant adjacent to the planned renewable diesel facility. It would be through a joint venture, with FCL owning 51 per cent and AGT owning 49 per cent. The plant would handle 1.1 million tonnes of canola per year to produce 450,000 tonnes of canola oil. That, in turn, will supply approximately 50 per cent of the feedstock required for the renewable diesel plant, whose daily output will be 15,000 barrels per day.
The canola crush plant and renewable diesel facility will be part of what FCL and AGT are referring to as the Integrated Agriculture Complex (IAC), north of the refinery.
They’re looking at having the renewable diesel plant operating by 2027, and the canola crush plant before that, but FCL CEO Scott Banda wouldn’t offer more detail. “If the landscape changes, there is some opportunity to advance that schedule,” he said.
Banda and AGT Food president and CEO Murad Al-Katib made the announcement through a videoconference. They were joined by Premier Scott Moe and Regina Mayor Sandra Masters.
Banda said, “I’m very pleased today to announce a historic investment for Co-op, for the province of Saskatchewan and for Western Canadian producers. FCL has plans underway that will lead to a $2 billion investment in the construction of an Integrated Agricultural Complex in Regina, Saskatchewan. This new complex represents another step in our strategy to adapt to the challenges of the low carbon economy. And it will ensure that we are producing the transportation fuels to meet consumers needs while creating jobs, economic prosperity, and value-added agricultural production for the benefit of the over 600 communities that Co-op serves across Western Canada.”
“This new complex contains two components, a renewable diesel fuel plant and a canola crushing facility,” he said, noting the canola crush plant is the second part of a $2 billion investment FCL is making in the construction of an Integrated Agriculture Complex (IAC). The Jan. 17 announcement builds on FCL’s November announcement to advance plans to construct a renewable diesel facility in the Regina area.
The construction phase of the IAC will create an estimated 2,750 jobs and, once complete, could potentially create up to 300 permanent jobs. In terms of economic impact, the gross economic output of the complex will be an estimated $4.5 billion. This estimate includes all economic realizations associated with the facility, according to FCL, which noted the IAC investments are subject to continued due diligence as well as environmental, regulatory and board approvals.
Banda said, “As we know, there are many synergies between the production of renewable transportation
fuel and agriculture. And we believe our Co-operative Retailing System is well-positioned to integrate and capture the full agricultural value chain in the production of fuel and value-added products. We look forward to providing producers with another marketing opportunity for their canola crops and expanding our relationship to more fully support the agriculture sector, from seed to fuel tank; or a farm to fuel strategy.”
He called the Integrated Agricultural Complex “a game-changer.”
“This new complex ultimately provides our owners with an opportunity to build even stronger relationships with their customers and producers while strengthening Co-op’s economic impact our long-term sustainability and our commitment to community as we build sustainable communities together.”
What do you do with the canola meal?
Banda said AGT is a perfect partner, as it has “become a fixture within the Saskatchewan agricultural landscape, and their expertise and grain procurement and global grain distribution is of critical importance to the success of our joint venture. Additionally, their knowledge and passion for the plant protein sector, and their innovative approach to value added opportunities for canola meal make them an ideal partner. And that’s an important part of this project, what will we do with the canola meal?”
To that end, AGT’s Al-Katib explained there are several options, including using it for fish food for salmon, tilapia and shrimp.
“We’re really good at protein and that again is part of the vision here is to up the value of the meal to create even more opportunities for communities,” he said.
“We ultimately are going to be taking that meal and we’ll be looking at opportunities for extraction of protein, utilization of that protein in combination with potentially pulse proteins and other ingredients to go back into the human that food supply chain. And we take canola protein and pulse protein together, the complementarity of that gives you a much more digestible and complete protein that is much more bioavailable to the humans that consume it.
“And it’s very suitable for aquafeed and things in terms of farmed salmon, tilapia and shrimp production. We think the food systems in the world are looking for sustainable ingredients that have an environmental footprint that are beneficial,” Al-Katib said. “We’re ultimately going to put this back into high value use in the food systems, we think again, generating even more food to close that food gap on both population growth and middle-income growth around the world.”
Al-Katib said, “There’s a demand for quality plantbased protein, environmental stewardship and cleaner energy. And with a sustainable three-crop rotation in Canada with canola, pulses and wheat the fields of Western Canada’s farmers are akin to the oil fields of oil-producing nations, but our fields renew annually with each new crop.
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“The fields of canola provide the source for production and renewable fuels. They are renewable themselves, and contribute positively to both climate change and carbon-related initiatives while combined with nitrogen fixing crops like pulses.”
He pointed out that AGT has shortlines, the Last Mountain Railway and Big Sky Railway, which will feed into the complex from central and west central Saskatchewan. Pointing to AGT’s facilities and FCL’s, he said, “Bringing our infrastructures together provides great leadership and great opportunities for this project.”
“Our goal at AGT Foods, along with Fairfax Financial, our majority owner, is to continue to build a more diversified company with a focus on growing in the plant-based protein application area while demonstrating strong environmental stewardship. This project with FCL is an important step towards meeting those goals. By combining our capabilities in grain logistics and plant protein, with FCL’s strong history and energy and farm inputs and leadership in the business sector in Saskatchewan, we create a powerful local partnership that will work effectively for the communities in which we operate.”
Premier reacts
Premier Scott Moe said, “Today we have two great Saskatchewan companies that are coming together to build a $2 billion Integrated Agricultural Complex and that should take note, in this nation. That should raise some eyebrows in this nation. It’s one of the largest investments that has ever been made in this province.”
Moe pointed out this is the fifth significant investment in canola crushing made in Saskatchewan over the course of the last year.
“This is most certainly a win for the Saskatchewan economy, a big win for the Saskatchewan economy. It’s a win for workers. It’s a win for families, it’s a win for communities, not just Regina, but many, many communities across the province. And I think, most importantly, and not to in any way be understated, This is a significant win for the environment, in our province, in our nation and around the world,” Moe said.
In pointing out that AGT Foods has been important in the growth of pulse crops in this province, Moe said that in 1990, Saskatchewan had 400,000 acres seeded into pulse crops. Now that number is six million acres per year, a 1,400 per cent increase, resulting “in a significant reduction in emissions.”
In congratulating all involved with the project, Moe said, “The Integrated Agricultural Complex is truly a demonstration of environmental sustainability in action. All of Saskatchewan and all of Canada is going to benefit by this investment in this faith that you are showing in Saskatchewan people today.”
Regina mayor
“This is a very exciting announcement, and I am pleased to see FCL and AGT Foods continuing to invest in our city and our province,” Mayor Sandra Masters said. “This investment will provide Regina and area with new value-added opportunities, assist the city’s long-term sustainability goals, and reinforce Regina’s position a global leader in agriculture.”
“It is historic. FCL has a tendency to lead historic investments in our community.”
Idea origin and energy roadmap
Banda said the deal came about from Al-Katib reaching out to him, and bringing their teams together for almost a year to talk about what is the future for both companies.
“This is our home. And for us, at Federated, we are in the fuel, the transportation fuel business, and we know it’s going to change and we need to prepare for the future.
“So we’ve been working on an energy roadmap for a number of years now, preparing the various components so that we are more sustainable as an organization. It’s a challenging process. Both teams have their own interests. And we were very, very fortunate that we started from a values alignment; a commitment to grow together. And the teams worked very hard to put together a joint venture which will be 51 per cent owned by Federated 49 by AGT. And we’re looking forward to building that crush plant and then the attendant pieces. Then that fits into our broader strategy of our energy roadmap and the renewable diesel facility and some of the other components.”
Al-Katib concurred on values alignment. “We’ll focus a bit more on the grain origination, you know, the
operations of the of the oil crushing facility, and then the logistics transportation and sales of both the meal and then the further value-added processing.”
Seed to tank, farm to fuel
FCL’s distribution and farm inputs business will integrate local community co-ops into gains in digital agriculture, measuring the sustainability and carbon intensity of canola, Al-Katib said. “This is why we keep using the word integrated because this is taking it truly, as Scott said, from seed to tank, and from farm to fuel.”
Banda added, “It is that seed to tank concept that is just critical here.”
He explained that FCL provides seed and crop inputs to local producers, then AGT will step in and bring the canola into an integrated facility which will have two outputs – oil for the renewable diesel facility, and canola meal. That diesel product will then go into FCL’s distribution network.
“We have the best distribution network across western Canada to bring that fuel right back to the farm and to start the cycle all over again. So it truly is a seed to tank story, which is it’s a game changer,” Banda said.
Moe said, “In Saskatchewan, we used to talk about farmgate to plate, now we’re talking yes, about farmgate to plate, but now seed to tank.”
Other feedstocks
Banda said, “One of the reasons we’re not building the crush plant for 100 per capacity of the refinery only 50 per cent of what we’re going to need at the renewable diesel plant is we want to look at other options as well in the longer term. Animal tallows are an example. There could be, in addition, other feedstocks that will help or supplement, and we need to assess all of that going forward.”
Reduced refinery
usage
Asked about the refinery possibly slowing down, Banda responded, “Federated Co-operatives Ltd., as everyone knows, owns a refinery in Regina. We’re well aware and we are committed to transition into a low-carbon economy. There’s regulatory requirements for that. And it’s the right thing to do, long-term for our economy and for humanity.
“So we have been building an energy roadmap for some time on how do we transition, and how do we work through the various challenges we have with our existing assets? We just recently announced in the fall the purchase of a number of Husky retail assets and that’s designed for the more near term, to utilize the assets in Regina at the refinery, the Co-op Ethanol Complex, and our distribution network to ensure that we can continue to provide the returns to Western Canada, to individuals on the way through.”
Banda continued, “We’ve also made commitments to get to net zero by 2050 and to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 40 per cent by 2030. So, there is a transition. And as we build more renewable fuels, assuming the market stays flat, which is a big assumption, for every renewable litre you build, that’s one less (litre of) fossil fuel we have to produce.
“So we do see that decline, and we are seeing that decline at our refinery. We have not been running at
full capacity there for some time and we have to transition. There’s a big difference on the ethanol side as that’s more of a blend of ethanol into gasoline, whereas with the renewable diesel plant, it can be a complete replacement for fossil fuel diesel. So that’s significant, and critical in terms of our commitment to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and transition to a low carbon economy.
“I think the key point here is it will take time and our commitment and partnerships like this here today help us ensure that that is a smooth transition, number one, but as importantly, or more importantly, that we grow; that we grow the demand, we grow the economy and as we produce the renewable diesel. It gives us an opportunity to take that well beyond Saskatchewan in terms of serving the energy needs, the transportation fuel needs, particularly in agricultural and transportation sector.”
Moe added, “There is a cost to emitting carbon, and that is going to increase as we move ahead through the years.
“This announcement, here today, is indicative of this. Canada will not reach net-zero goals that we have put forward as a nation without the full participation and recognition of what is happening here in Saskatchewan.”
That included the reducing emissions and increasing sequestration opportunities, Moe said.
Brian Zinchuk is editor and owner of Pipeline Online. He can be reached at brian.zinchuk@pipelineonline.ca.
Whitecap Resources Inc. (WCSK area) is currently seeking Full-time Contract Field Operators. The Operator will monitor and test oil wells as well as operate all associated facilities and assist with operational and engineering strategies to optimize production. The successful candidate will have proven success in the ability to be flexible and adapt to change.
Whitecap’s positive work environment contributes to its success as an energy producer and a steward of the environment with a focus on safe and responsible operations.
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications and training but are also willing to train the chosen applicant.
5-15 years of relevant industry experience with strong preference given towards oil operations, specifically oil wells, compressors and batteries
Driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract
H2S ticket
First Aid ticket
A disciplined work ethic
Capable of working in both a team and individual environment
Proven and demonstrated commitment to HSE expectations and requirements, software experience in field data capture (ProdMan), and electronic flow measurement and monitoring systems as well as the ability to coach and mentor others.
This position is available immediately; please email a cover letter and resume to:
Kayla Flanagan – Kayla.Flanagan@wcap.ca
We thank all interested candidates who apply, however only those being considered will be contacted directly for an interview. •
This field, north of the refinery, will soon host a renewable diesel facility and a canola crush plant, if current plans go ahead. | FCL/Twitter
How to prevent knee pain as you age
For many, knee pain is seen as an inevitable part of aging. However, it doesn’t have to be. Here are four things you can do to keep your knees healthy and preserve your mobility as you get older.
1. STRENGTHEN YOUR MUSCLES
Strengthening your upper and lower leg muscles, including your hamstrings, quadriceps and hip flexors, can help reduce stress on your joints.
2. MAINTAIN A HEALTHY BODY WEIGHT
Being overweight can put significant stress on your knees. In fact, for every excess pound you carry, you put about four extra pounds of pressure on your knee joints. Therefore, maintaining a healthy body weight can be a significant factor in remaining mobile and preventing knee pain.
3. CHOOSE LOW-IMPACT EXERCISES
Regularly engaging in low-impact activities like walking, cycling, swimming, Pilates and yoga can help keep your knee cartilage healthy and prevent injuries.
4. WEAR THE RIGHT SHOES
Properly fitted shoes that offer adequate support will keep your knees in alignment and reduce unnecessary impact. For this reason, wearing the right shoes can prevent knee pain and injuries.
If you’re suffering from knee pain, don’t ignore it. Talk to your doctor immediately to find a solution.
How
to
keep your teeth healthy as you get older
A common misconception is that losing your teeth as you age is inevitable. This simply isn’t true. If properly cared for, your teeth can last a lifetime. Here are some tips for preserving your dental health as you get older.
1. FLOSS AND BRUSH YOUR TEETH
Floss at least once every day, and brush at least twice. Make sure to use a soft-bristle toothbrush. You should also avoid aggressively scrubbing your teeth. As you age, your gums tend to recede, and brushing too hard can hasten this process.
2. STAY HYDRATED
It’s not uncommon for older adults to experience dry mouth as a result of taking certain medications. Unfortunately, this can leave your teeth and gums vulnerable to decay. It’s therefore important to drink plenty of water throughout the day.
3. QUIT SMOKING
Smoking suppresses your immune system, which makes it harder for your body to fight bacteria that can lead to gum disease and tooth decay. If you smoke, you’re also at a higher risk of getting oral cancer. It’s never too late to quit smoking.
4. VISIT YOUR DENTIST
Regular checkups will ensure your dentist is able to catch potential problems at their earliest stage, before they become serious.
By adopting healthy oral habits and seeking regular dental care, you can keep your smile looking its best for years to come.
3 signs you may need a mobility aid
As you get older, slips and falls can lead to serious injuries. A mobility aid, however, can be used to help you keep your balance. Here are three signs that may indicate you’d benefit from using an assistive device.
1. YOU OFTEN LOSE YOUR BALANCE
If you find that you frequently hold onto walls and furniture to keep your balance or are in constant fear of falling, it may be time to invest in a mobility aid.
2. YOU FEEL MORE TIRED THAN USUAL
It’s normal to feel weary after walking and standing for long periods of time. However, if you quickly get wiped out by these activities, it may be time to think about investing in a wheelchair or scooter.
3. YOU HAVE FREQUENT FALLS
Trips and falls can happen to anyone, but if falling becomes a frequent occurrence, it may be time to consider using an assistive device such as a cane or walker.
Investing in a mobility aid can greatly increase your independence, safety and overall well-being. Talk to your doctor or physical therapist to find out what type of device would work best for you.
A SnowShoeing Adventure in the South SASkAtchewAn river vAlley
MALLORY CAWTHRA Your Southwest Media Group
Whataerobic activity incorporates the outdoors, winter and snow? If you answered snowshoeing, I’m “snow” happy for you, you’ve tracked it down! Recently, my friend Kay Salberg invited me snowshoeing, and rarely one to shy away from a winter adventure, I readily agreed. I didn’t own my own snowshoes at the time, so I borrowed a pair from Kay to gauge the fit and feel, and to find out if this toe-strapping venture would become my newfound hobby. I was pleased to learn that the snowshoes were lightweight and came with adjustable trekking poles, which were a welcome accessory to aid in my balance. The temperature that day was the warmest it had been in awhile; it was the perfect day for a winter adventure.
We drove to our starting point, approximately 8.5 km North of the Town of Leader, near the old Leader Ferry Crossing in the South Saskatchewan River Valley. Kay had suggested that I use gaiters to keep the snow
from getting inside of my boots, but since I didn’t have any, I opted for some waterproof snow pants and they seemed to do the trick. She also reminded me to pack water and a day pack, which I thanked her for later as I chugged the H20 on our breaks.
Before we started our trek, Kay helped me tighten the bindings on the snowshoes and gave me a few pointers about slipping them on and off - I was surprised at their relative weightlessness. As we began trudging through the snow, I found that I didn’t need to lift my feet very high or wide, and “snowshoeing” was much less awkward than I had envisioned. The crampons on the underside of the snowshoes assisted with traction and the larger surface area of the snowshoes helped to distribute my weight evenly on the snow.
I was definitely working up a sweat, and as we made our way along the riverbank, I saw some ice shacks (or ice shanty’s as they are also known) and
islands interspersed throughout the frozen river. We took breaks every so often to rest, drink some water, and take in our surroundings; it was quiet and peaceful. We noted different sets of animal paw prints in the snow as we ascended a hill, and we tried to determine what types of animals they belonged to – some deer, bunnies, coyotes, maybe a moose. The view at the top of the hill of the river valley below was breathtaking and worth all the sweat.
As we descended to our starting point, we both felt refreshed and invigorated, and I was sold on buying my very own snowshoes.
Some final takeaways from my first snowshoeing adventure include: snowshoeing is fairly inexpensive, it’s a great way to exercise solo (although there’s safety in numbers) or while spending time with friends and/or family, it’s pretty easy to learn, and it’s a great way to get some fresh air and possibly glimpse some wildlife.
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Opportunities Abound! Great Trade & Job Fair coming soon
JOAN JANZEN Your Southwest Media Group
The Great Trade & Job Fair is coming soon to Kindersley! On February 9th, both employers and prospective employees are invited to the Kindersley Centre (mall). Kevin Martin, Executive Director of the Kindersley Chamber, has been hard at work organizing the event.
“This was going to be held last year in the school gym, but it got cancelled. So when the mall was offered, I was grateful because we have more room to spread out,” Kevin explained.
“I want to match up as many people and employers as possible.
We want people to come from throughout the region, but I have no way of knowing how many people will attend. It will be up to each school to send students to the job fair. Meanwhile, Heidi Marchant at KCS has been promoting it.”
Kevin invites job seekers to bring their resumes, connect with employers,
and learn about job opportunities. The Chamber will also have professionals on hand who will help fine-tune resumes.
“We’re going to have a couple of private rooms available for anyone wanting to do an interview,” Kevin added. The Chamber will have a booth providing information on how to do a business plan, learn about public speaking, and promote Chamber memberships.
So far, participants in the job fair include the RCMP, Montana’s, Teine Energy, HUB International, Caleb Village, West Central Abilities, Best Western Plus, Dennis’ Welding, Millsap Fuel Distributors, Impact Energy, DFI, Claas, Sask Polytechnic, Apprenticeship Board and Great Plains College.
Even though this year’s job fair is just around the corner, Kevin is already looking ahead to the future. “I’ll be quite happy to do it again next year. Having done it once, it will be easier to do it again,” he concluded.
Lakeland College: Learning in action.
Many post-secondary institutions promise a hands-on education, but Lakeland College goes far beyond expectations.
Lakeland provides truly immersive experiences that shape futures and prepare students for the real world.
Both of our campuses – one in Vermilion and one in Lloydminster – are designed to guide students beyond the classroom, creating tangible environments where they can learn, lead and manage.
More than just practicums or work-study jobs, we create our programs with the future in mind, ensuring that after graduation, our students have the experience and knowledge to make a meaningful impact on their industries.
Lakeland learns by doing:
• On our Student-Managed Farm – Powered by New Holland, our students are in charge of managing commercial-scale crop, livestock and ag research enterprises utilizing
the latest equipment and technology.
• In our health and wellness programs, students put their skills into action in our student-led spa and hairstyling salon.
• Energy students lead shifts in the state-of-the-art Cenovus Lab, providing heat and power for the Lloydminster campus.
• Human services students put their compassion and skills into action on practicum, with volunteer projects, the play program and more.
• Field Week puts environmental sciences students beyond the classroom where they develop practical skills that industry wants.
Through these experiences –which can be found in almost every Lakeland program – our students engage with the real world before they become part of it.
• Business students collaborate with industry part-
ners, creating marketing plans for companies across North America with Riipen.
• Taking turns as battalion chief, emergency services students experience the operation of a firehall from day one.
• Working with real clients on practicum gives health care aide students real-world experience.
• Award-winning designs, real clients and practicum placements add up to an invaluable portfolio for interior design technology students.
• University transfer students gain real-world experience teaching math to local children, conducting science experiments and more.
• Whether it’s pre-employment or apprenticeship, trades students train with experienced instructors, who’re closely linked with industry.
Lakeland’s straightforward approach to a practical education gives students real-world results.
Outside the classroom, Lakeland students find many ways to grow, through athlet ics, clubs, performing arts, ro deo, students’ associations, re search, Indigenous initiatives, recreation facilities, public speaking and more.
Lakeland students thrive because their instructors and mentors trust them to think,
learn and act for themselves. That sense of trust empowers our students to believe in themselves and each other. It leads to confident, collaborative graduates who know they are ready to thrive in their choGo beyond the classroom at
Lakeland College was founded on the belief that students learn best through action. Hands-on learning has always been our focus. Whether you come to Lakeland to build a business, manage a commercial farm, impact environmental sustainability, become a teacher or fight fires, come prepared to learn by doing.
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BY JORDAN PARKER https://parkerandpictures.wordpress.com/
Available On Netflix
This real-life crime tale is absolutely bonkers, but that’s the fun in watching it.
Blow follows George Jung, a cocaine trafficker who established a huge market for the drug in America in the 1970s.
It chronicles his relationship with Pablo Escobar and the Medellin Cartel, and his elusive tricks on the law.
Johnny Depp and Penelope Cruz are marvellous in the lead roles, with a script from Nick Cassavetes and David McKenna that absolutely crackles.
Helmer Ted Demme made this as the final picture in a storied career before his 2002 death, and it was a sure sign of things we could have expected from the young talent.
Franka Potente, Rachel Griffiths, Cliff Curtis and an incredible Paul Reubens make up the supporting cast of a crime saga you won’t soon forget.
Alexander
Available On Netflix
Writer-director Oliver Stone’s thrilling, polarizing epic is still one of my biggest guilty pleasures, and I think it gets far more flak than it should.
It follows the exploits of King of Macedonia Arthur, and his life both on the battlefield and off of it as he conquers territories.
Director Stone swings big and isn’t afraid to put his own interpretation out there, but I warn it’s not your typical straight-forward swords-and-sandals flick.
The cast is divine, from Colin Farrell in the lead to Angelina Jolie, Anthony Hopkins and Rosario Dawson. Sure, it plays out like a bit of a big-budget B-movie, but that’s okay.
Bonus points for rounding out the cast with Val Kilmer, Brian Blessed, Christopher Plummer, and a very young Jared Leto in a surprising role.
I think Alexander was a bit ahead of its time, but I still dig it decades later. Maybe you will too.
Joe Bell
Available On Prime Video
This movie caught a lot of backlash due to the awkwardness of Mark Wahlberg playing the lead, because he has a real-life difficult past in his interactions with minorities and marginalized people.
Here he plays a father who goes on an awakening journey after his gay teen son commits suicide.
Based on a true story, Joe Bell is a rough-and-tumble working-class guy from a small town who walks across the U.S. to speak out against bullying.
But he must deal with the guilt of not doing enough for his own son – who had recently come out – before he killed himself after being ridiculed by school bullies.
In terms of acting, Wahlberg hits the right notes, even if the film lets his character off a bit too easily. Connie Britton isn’t given much to do in her role as a concerned wife and grieving mother.
But the film is worth seeing for the performance of young Reid Miller alone. He steals the show, and it’s guaranteed he’ll have tears rolling down your face.
Ozark: Season Four
Available On Netflix
Everyone’s favourite twisty-turny Netflix drama is back and better than ever.
The Byrd family seem innocuous and normal enough, but patriarch Marty is hiding a huge secret –He and his business partner have been stealing money from the cartel for years.
So when they get caught, Marty and his family are forced to relocate to Missouri to launder money for his drug boss.
The Emmy-winning show pits the Byrd family against violent criminals as they attempt to work off Marty’s debt.
Jason Bateman plays entirely against type in his best role ever, and he’s joined by Oscar nominee Laura Linney. Skyla Gaertner, Sofia Hublitz, and the incredible Julia Garner.
The entire ensemble is perfect, and the show has left me awestruck more than once. With the fourth and final season coming, prepare for an exciting conclusion.
Arbitrage
Available On Prime Video
One of the most underrated films of the last decade, Arbitrage has been relegated to dollar-bin BluRay buys. But those who see this one will be surely surprised.
Richard Gere is Oscar-calibre here as a hedge fund manager with shady financial secrets. When tragedy strikes, his world threatens to unravel.
His attempted cover-up of events lands him in a precarious situation, and a detective is hot on his trail. He tries to keep his world from crumbling and his misdeeds from leaking out as he tries to complete the sale of his trading empire.
Along with the strong performance from Gere, Susan Sarandon, Britt Marling and Oscar nominee Tim Roth are all fantastic in a film you’ll be sorry it took so long for you to see.
* On Jan. 26, 1788, Capt. Arthur Phillip guides a fleet of 11 British ships carrying convicts to the colony of New South Wales, effectively founding Australia. The date eventually became commemorated as Australia Day.
• On Jan. 26, 1788, Capt. Arthur Phillip guides a fleet of 11 British ships carrying convicts to the colony of New South Wales, effectively founding Australia. The date eventually became commemorated as Australia Day.
* On Jan. 25, 1905, at the Premier Mine in Pretoria, South Africa, a 3,106-carat diamond is discovered. Weighing 1.33 pounds and christened the “Cullinan,” it was the largest diamond ever found.
• On Jan. 25, 1905, at the Premier Mine in Pretoria, South Africa, a 3,106-carat diamond is discovered. Weighing 1.33 pounds and christened the “Cullinan,” it was the largest diamond ever found.
* On Jan. 24, 1935, canned beer makes its debut. In partnership with the American Can Company, the Gottfried Krueger Brewing Company delivered 2,000 cans of beer to faithful Krueger drinkers in Richmond, Virginia. Some 91% of the drinkers approved of the canned beer.
• On Jan. 24, 1935, canned beer makes its debut. In partnership with the American Can Company, the Gottfried Krueger Brewing Company delivered 2,000 cans of beer to faithful Krueger drinkers in Richmond, Virginia. Some 91% of the drinkers approved of the canned beer.
* On Jan. 30, 1943, the British Royal Air Force begins a bombing campaign in Berlin that coincides with the 10th anniversary of Hitler’s accession to power. Two days later, a massive surrender of German troops occurred at Stalingrad.
* On Jan. 27, 1967, a fire on the launch pad during Apollo 1 program tests at Cape Canaveral, Florida, kills astronauts Virgil “Gus” Grissom, Edward H. White II and Roger B. Chaffee. An investigation implicated a faulty electrical wire inside the command module as the probable cause.
• On Jan. 30, 1943, the British Royal Air Force begins a bombing campaign in Berlin that coincides with the 10th anniversary of Hitler’s accession to power. Two days later, a massive surrender of German troops occurred at Stalingrad.
* On Jan. 29, 1979, Brenda Spencer, 16, kills two men and wounds nine children as they enter an elementary school in San Diego, blasting away with a rifle from her home across the street. Despite drug abuse and anger issues, her father had given her a .22 rifle and 500 rounds of ammunition as a Christmas gift.
* On Jan. 28, 1985, dozens of pop stars gather to lay down tracks for “We Are the World,” under the direction of Quincy Jones. The song would go on to sell more than 7 million copies and raise more than $60 million for African famine relief. Participants were told: “Check your egos at the door.”
• On Jan. 27, 1967, a fire on the launch pad during Apollo 1 program tests at Cape Canaveral, Florida, kills astronauts Virgil “Gus” Grissom, Edward H. White II and Roger B. Chaffee. An investigation implicated a faulty electrical wire inside the command module as the probable cause.
Everything you need to know to get started in Agility
BY BARBE DUNN
Agility is one of the fastest-growing dog sports in the country—and for good reason. It’s incredible exercise for both you and your dog, and it forges an even deeper relationship between you. Plus, it’s exhilarating to watch as your dog nimbly and quickly crawls through tunnels, weaves around poles, and leaps through tires! Here’s everything you need to know to get started in Agility:
Understand the Basics
Dog agility is a sport where you direct your dog through a pre-set obstacle course within a certain time limit. Courses typically have between 14-20 obstacles, which can include tunnels, weave poles, tire jumps, seesaws, and pause tables where the dog must stop for a set amount of time. At each trial you and your dog will race around the unique courses designed for
that day. All of this is done with your dog relying solely on the cues and body language you use to direct them on course.
All breeds, including mixed breeds, can participate in Agility – from the smallest to the largest of dogs.
If you’ve never seen Agility in person, we highly recommend you attend a competition (or “trial”) to see it firsthand.
Make Sure the Sport of Agility Is Right for Your Dog – and You
Assess your dog’s temperament to be sure he’s right for Agility: Is he highly energetic? Does he enjoy running and responding to instruction? Does he get along well with other dogs? If so, agility could be a great fit.
But training doesn’t only involve your dog. You are critical to the process. You don’t need to be a world class sprinter to do agility
with your dog. Through training and the development of good communication you and your dog can become part of the sport of Agility.
Take a Class
As with any sport, we recommend you start by taking a class at an AKC club near you. Beginner courses introduce you and your dog to obstacles, and provide the basics of how to compete should you decide to go that route. Most classes meet once a week for an hour or so.
Practice at Home Using Your Own Equipment
Just because you’ve signed up for a class, don’t think the learning stops there. Practicing at home is just as important! To do so, you’ll want to set up your own obstacles. First-timers often start out with tunnels, which can be collapsed when not in use, and tunnel hold-
• On Jan. 29, 1979, Brenda Spencer, 16, kills two men and wounds nine children as they enter an elementary school in San Diego, blasting away with a rifle from her home across the street. Despite drug abuse and anger issues, her father had given her a .22 rifle and 500 rounds of ammunition as a Christmas gift.
ers to keep them in place. Weave poles—or a few evenly spaced upright poles that your dog can run through—are another popular at-home obstacle. At-home training equipment can be purchased online or you can build it yourself with PVC pipes. If you go the DIY route, be sure to follow the specifications in the Regulations for
• On Jan. 28, 1985, dozens of pop stars gather to lay down tracks for “We Are the World,” under the direction of Quincy Jones. The song would go on to sell more than 7 million copies and raise more than $60 million for African famine relief. Participants were told: “Check your egos at the door.”
Count on spending at least 15-20 minutes a day practicing the moves you learned in class. Consider using incentives such as treats or toys to help entice your dog through the course. Take your time, especially in the beginning while you’re both getting used to the sport.
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Helping KCS students plan for the future
Heidi Marchant, the career counsellor at Kindersley Composite School, is always on hand to help students prepare for the future. Although teachers and counsellors can’t tell their students what they should be doing after high school, as future planning and career choices are extremely personalized, they can share all of the different opportunities that are available.
As a counsellor and teacher, Heidi provides students with the tools they need to make informed decisions. “I always tell students and parents that career/ post-secondary planning is some of the most important homework they will ever do,” Heidi said. That homework involves online exploration, where students can learn about potential post-secondary programs using virtual tours and viewing content from institutions
and programs of interest. Once students choose a career path, Heidi is available to help them plan their high school classes to align with their post-secondary plans. Sun West School Division provides a wide array of resources which benefit students in their pursuit of a future career. My Blueprint provides information about thousands of different careers offered in Canada and also has a good resume builder, where Grade 9 students build their resume. Grade 11 students complete an assessment of their skills, interests and abilities, and are then provided with corresponding career suggestions.
Kindersley’s high school students are also visited by representatives from post-secondary institutions. “So far this year, we have had presentations from the Sask. Apprenticeship Commission, Medicine Hat College and Great Plains College, with
more to come,” Heidi explained. “Sun West also offers a career fair every two years, which connects all of our students with potential employers and post-secondary programs.” In February of this year, students are invited to attend a job fair, which will be held in the Kindersley Mall.
Throughout high school, students can earn Career and Work Exploration (CWEX) credits, which help them explore the workforce. Students who are already working (for pay) under a certified journeyperson can earn apprenticeship credits — students who complete the Sask. Youth Apprenticeship (SYA) program can get approx. $800 off of their tuition and 1300 hours off of their trade time if they enrol in a program to become a certified journeyperson.
Distance Learning Courses (DLC) are also offered, which include dual credit courses where students obtain a post-secondary credit, as
well as high school credit.
Organizations such as the Regina District Industry Education Council (RDIEC) enable students to listen to Sun West graduates explain the day-to-day life in their jobs, as well as the education necessary to obtain the job. Students also have access to local, provincial and national scholarships and assistance with filling out applications.
And we can’t forget about the many athletic and leadership opportunities available to students. These character-building opportunities are very beneficial when applying for scholarships, jobs and other applications.
“While no one can force students to participate fully in these experiences, they greatly benefit from making the most out of every learning experience possible,” Heidi said. “It’s up to them to use these opportunities to the fullest,” she said.
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Kindersley Royal Purple seeking new members
The Kindersley Royal Purple has been an integral part of our community since September 2017. President Darlene May is currently selling 50/50 tickets for the Saskatchewan Royal Purple. The local group has six members, two of whom reside in other towns. President Darlene would love to have new members join the group.
“We have a meeting on the third Tuesday of each month at my house or on Zoom, which is necessary for out-of-town members,” she said. Darlene joined the group when she discovered Saskatchewan Royal Purple was in partnership with the Sask. Brain Injury Association.”
All funds raised by the Sask. Brain Injury Association are used to put on programs for brain injury survivors, most of which take place in Saskatoon or Regina. “There’s also a weekend camp in Arlington Beach for brain injury survivors and family/caregivers,” Darlene explained. “This helps for social interaction for survivors because the first thing they lose is their friend base.”
Darlene was one of the original members who started the lodge in Kindersley. It’s the only group of its kind in this region, but other clubs within the province are dedicated to supporting each other. The membership fee costs $60 per year, which also includes membership to the Saskatchewan Royal Purple and the Canadian Royal Purple. Membership is open to women, men and teens 14 years and older.
Since beginning in 2017, the Kindersley group has raised funds for the projects taken on by both the Sask. Brain Injury Association and the Saskatchewan Royal Purple. “We also raise money for our local communities,” Darlene added. Recent contributions included $4,000 for both the local food bank and the family shelter and a contribution to Westberry School’s accessible play equipment.
Funds are raised via events such as the Braingo Tango in November, and the Brain Boogie Walk in May. “The strategy for events is three hours of fun, two hours of fundraising and one hour of meeting,” Darlene explained. Members can also get involved in fun projects throughout Saskatchewan, including two quilt retreats, a casino trip and a couple of golf tournaments. These activities are open to the public and help generate funds for worthy causes.
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1. LITERATURE: What was the title of Stephen King’s first published novel?
2. ADVERTISING SLOGANS: Which restaurant chain has the advertising slogan, “Have it your way”?
3. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who was the first president whose likeness appeared on a U.S. coin?
4. TELEVISION: What is the family’s last name in the “Family Ties” sitcom?
5. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin phrase “lupus in fabula” mean?
6. GEOGRAPHY: What did the city of Mumbai, India, used to be called?
7. MOVIES: Which movie features a character called Rooster Cogburn?
8. LITERATURE: Which 20th-century novel features a type of language called “newspeak”?
9. SCIENCE: What temperature is the same on the Celsius and Fahrenheit scales?
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your batteries should be fully recharged by now, making you more than eager to get back into the swing of things full time. Try to stay focused so that you don’t dissipate your energies.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You’re eager to charge straight ahead into your new responsibilities. But you’ll have to paw the ground a little longer, until a surprise complication is worked out.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Rival factions are pressuring you to take a stand favoring one side or the other. But this isn’t the time to play judge. Bow out as gracefully as possible, without committing yourself to any position.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Reassure a longtime, trusted confidante that you appreciate his or her words of advice. But at this time, you need to act on what you perceive to be your own sense of self-interest.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) You need to let your warm Leonine heart fire up that new relationship if you hope to see it move from the “just friends” level to one that will be as romantic as you could hope for.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) There’s still time to repair a misunderstanding with an honest explanation and a heartfelt apology. The sooner you do, the sooner you can get on with other matters.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Expect a temporary setback as you progress toward your goal. Use this time to re-examine your plans and see where you might need to make some significant changes.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Some missteps are revealed as the cause of current prob-
lems in a personal or professional partnership. Make the necessary adjustments and then move on.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Jupiter’s influence helps you work through a pesky problem, allowing your naturally jovial attitude to re-emerge stronger than ever. Enjoy your success.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Set aside your usual reluctance to change, and consider reassessing your financial situation so that you can build on its strengths and minimize its weaknesses.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Some recently acquired information helps open up a dark part of the past. Resolve to put what you’ve learned to good use. Travel plans continue to be favored.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Act on your own keen instincts. Your strong Piscean backbone will support you as someone attempts to pressure you into a decision you’re not ready to make.
Trivia Test Answerst 1. “Carrie”; 2. Burger King; 3. Abraham Lincoln; 4. Keaton; 5. The wolf in the story; 6. Bombay; 7. “True Grit”; 8. “Nineteen Eighty-Four,” by George Orwell; 9. -40 degrees C and and -40 degrees F ; 10. Atlanta
