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Bottomley takes over at the Chamber Oath of office taken at President’s Banquet By John Cairns Staff Reporter
The oath of office was administered to Jay Bottomley on Tuesday as the new president of the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce. First vice-president Warren Williams and second vice-president Terry Caldwell were also sworn in as the Chamber embarks on its 110th anniversary year of being the voice of business in the Battlefords. The officials were elected at the end of 2015 and were introduced at the Chamber’s meeting Jan. 26. Bottomley takes over from Brendon Boothman, who wraps up a successful and active year of leading the Chamber. Boothman stays on the board as pastpresident. Bottomley is the owner/ proprietor of Oil Can Charlie’s, a quick-lube business in North Battleford that has been in operation for six years. The business has expanded to include Betty Bubbles, an auto and RV wash nearby, which has been open for the past year. In speaking to the Regional Optimist, Bottomley said he looks forward to a number of new initiatives for the Chamber in 2016. Bottomley indicated there will be a greater focus on membership and networking. “We want to push to bring the members together and just get businesses talking.” To that end, a number of events are planned. One will be called Chamber on Tap, regular events that will allow business people to gather and hear speakers talk about business. While the Chamber has invited noon-hour luncheon speakers in the past, these will be in a more informal and relaxed setting and run between 5 and 7 p.m. The plan is for a speaker would talk for about 15 to 20 minutes. The focus will be on business or networking topics, and Bottomley promised more details would be released about these events in the near future. There are also plans in store for two separate VIP events in which prominent speakers will be hosted. These are designed to celebrate business in the Bat-
Outgoing president Brendon Boothman hands over the gavel to Jay Bottomley as new president of the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber held its 110th President’s Banquet at the Gold Ridge Centre Tuesday. Photos by John Cairns
tlefords and also to celebrate the 110th year of the Chamber in the Battlefords. The President’s Banquet gave members a small taste of what is to come in that respect. The guest speaker was Cary Bowman of Lucky Bastard Distillers of Saskatoon. His presentation included talk about his business’s legal struggles trying to get their name and products registered and trademarked.
The company’s attempts to register “Lucky Bastard Vodka” as a trademark have been denied repeatedly by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office on the basis of a section of the Trademarks Act that “prohibits the registration of a trademark that is scandalous, obscene or immoral.” “I don’t know what you think but I’d rather be a ‘Lucky Bastard’ than a ‘Fat Bastard,’ or a ‘Dirty Brown
Bastard.’ two other alcohol brands that were approved by the same office. But that might be just me,” said Bowman. The issue has been in litigation for years and Bowman plans to take the issue to the Supreme Court, but he added “we have gained so much national and international attention and press that I could never even afford to pay for it.” Other Chamber initiatives happening in 2016 include Member Mondays, where the Chamber promotes one of its member businesses for that day. The Chamber of Commerce golf tournament is also coming back for a third year, with Jackfish Lodge Golf and Conference Centre the venue May 27. This being an election year, the Chamber also plans to again schedule election forums for the provincial election as well as the fall municipal vote. The Chamber held a federal election forum in North Battleford last September. With a full schedule of events planned for 2016, at least one existing event has fallen by the wayside. Bottomley confirmed that the three-year-old Battlefords Best Marketplace and Expo will not be going ahead. The event has been suspended for 2016. The new president said while the event got “great feedback” by exhibitors and members of the public who
The guest speaker was Cary Bowman, entrepreneur and president of Lucky Bastard Distillery in Saskatoon, a micro-distillery that has had several run-ins with the federal government over attempts to trademark its name.
attended, the decision was made to put the Chamber’s resources and time to other activities. “We realized there is competition in the whole trade show business here in the Battlefords,” said Bottomley. “At the end of the day if it doesn’t make sense business wise, it’s smarter for us to just take those dollars and resources and focus them in another direction.” When asked if the show could return in future years, Bottomley did not rule out the idea, saying it’s “something we’ll absolutely look at again in the future.” As for policy initiatives
of the Chamber, Bottomley plans to continue discussions with municipal leaders about a new tax structure. There had been talk about changing the tax assessment in North Battleford to an “income” approach, that Mayor Ian Hamilton spoke to Chamber directors about at a meeting last year. But no change has been implemented as of yet. The new president said he wanted to speak with the City and the Town about “the whole commercial taxation issue that we’re facing right now. I’d like to open up discussions with them and see what we can come up with.” 202 – 21st St. West, Battleford
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Is better possible in Canada? Dear Editor In last fall’s federal election Justin Trudeau, leader of the federal Liberal Party and now prime minister of Canada said, “Better is possible in Canada.” This provided hope to many, myself included. Unfortunately, it would appear the Liberals are content having the agriculture sector weighted down with corporate greed and artificial-turf farm groups pushing those corporate agendas. Almost three months into his job, some claim the minister of agriculture does not even have a full complement of staff and has not yet met with many elected farm leaders. Is this a sign that “better is possible” for this sector? The Liberals have not even appointed a chief grain commissioner for the Canadian Grain Commission. The Conservative’s appointee left Jan. 20, and no replacement has been selected. Is this the priority the Liberals have for this institution that is so critical to prairie grain farmers? The Liberals promised an audit on what most prairie grain farmers see as a giveaway of the Canadian Wheat Board to the Saudi government and Bunge, but so far all the minister of agriculture has said is that he is too busy to meet with concerned farmers. Is better possible? The Liberals have now signed the Trans Pacific Partnership, which supposedly promises so much but delivers only an agenda for corporations to dominate democratic governments. It even allows corporations to sue governments over issues that its own citizens cannot sue their own government for. I am not against trade, but does anyone at these negotiations ask the question, “at what price?” I find it rather laughable that many promoting this deal indicate it opens up a market of hundreds of millions of people. The Wheat Board never had any trouble getting premium prices for farmers in those markets. With all the trade deals in place it is sure funny why farm debt is more than $90 billion now, nearly doubling in the last 10 years. If governments and artificial-turf farm groups are so worried about level playing fields why don’t all the countries negotiate identical farm support programs so all farmers could compete on a level playing field? It seems for agriculture “better is not possible” in Canada. In spite of much publicized falling oil and natural gas prices, farmers are still facing increased costs for fertilizer made with natural gas. Grain prices are falling while the grain trade makes excessive profits. It even looks like the new normal will be reduced rail service with increased revenue for the railways. Better is certainly possible but not if Ottawa continues with the “same old, same old.” Kyle Korneychuk Pelly
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Religion has no place in gov’t Dear Editor With an election looming in Saskatchewan I write to draw your attention to two issues that are of concern to me. Both are regarding the issue of religion in government. The first is regarding the opening of prayer in the legislature. Although I don’t personally object to someone praying, I wish to state public prayer has no place within a secular government. Freedom from religious interference in governance, which would include Muslim Sharia influences, as well as Christian influences, is a hard fought battle that I feel is imperative to preserve. Our secular constitution guarantees freedom of religion and if one religion lays claim of superiority over another, as is the case when parliament or legislature opens with a Christian prayer, it lays the groundwork for other religious claims. Secularism has been tried and tested and it works well as a system of governance. Let’s not tamper with it. The second issue is the Christmas speech that Hon. Brad Wall made. There is a good proportion of our population that does not adhere to the Christian interpretation of what is commonly referred to as Christmas. Judaism, Muslim, Buddhism, Baha’i, Sikh, Pagan, aboriginal and non-religious people are some that come to mind for me. Even within Christianity there are a significant number of denominations, Jehovah’s Witnesses for example, who do not adhere to the Christmas belief that Mr. Wall so specifically laid out for us. Religion and non-religion are issues that are personal and I would expect more impartiality and statesmanship from our premier. That said, as always, I do not rule out the possibility of
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voting for the Sask. Party in our next provincial election. With a liberal tone coming from Ottawa, a conservative balance coming from Saskatchewan is needed. One can be conservative, however, without promoting one’s personal religious views and implementing them into the government. Dan Froese North Battleford
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Dear Editor The taxpayers of the Resort Village of Cochin, tired of the lack of transparency, submitted a petition for a management audit in accordance with the Municipalities Act on Aug. 27, 2015. The auditor contacted taxpayers in November and December to receive their input into their concerns. Mayor and council stated in the announcements page on the Village of Cochin website (www.cochin.ca/announcements.com) that they would “... not review any new requests for building permits or bylaw issues,” that they would charge the audit costs back to taxpayers, that they were involved in other legal issues (without estimated costs to taxpayer) and that a letter would be sent to taxpayers when the audit was finished. Wow! Continued on Page 5
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This provincial election will be about oil With a provincial election to begin only a month from now, it’s remarkable how quiet things have been. Sure, we’re starting to see some union advertising, a few more billboards here and there. The occasional newspaper ad from a prospective candidate can be seen in print. But all in all, it’s been hum drum. That’s probably because there hasn’t been a real big issue to capture the public’s imagination. The reality is,
however, there is one issue that will dominate election 2016. No question about it, this election is about oil. The 2013 provincial budget (before the 2014 slide in oil prices we are still enduring today) showed what the province was estimating from the 2012-13 fiscal year in revenue. Out of an $11.29 billion budget, oil revenue was $1.6 billion, with $220 million in land revenues. Natural gas
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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year revenue continued its status as a rounding error, at $12.5 million. In 2005-06 it was $191 million. When you added up $700 million in potash, plus $486 million in resources surcharge and $124 million in “other,” the total hit was $3.148 billion dollars – 27.9 per cent of the budget that year. This year, potash mines in New Brunswick are being closed, and oil is now down by more than 70 per
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‘Free ice’ no longer free Dear Editor I was forwarded an email regarding extra ice time charges being billed to Battlefords Minor Hockey Association and I could not sit idle on this matter. The City of North Battleford and the Town of Battleford are billing BMHA for kids and coaches going onto the ice early if it is not being used. As coaches, we called it “free ice.” I, for one have always taken advantage of the opportunity to use “free ice.” The City and Town want to lower crime and keep kids off the streets and out of gangs. A great start to that goal is having kids excited to show up to a rink, so that they can be coached
and supervised by an adult. This should be seen as an investment in the community. This is not only good for the kids, but the community as a whole. That coach is volunteering his time for the common goal of helping some of these kids at a young age to stay in shape and become respectful, hard-working kids and future productive adults of these communities. Therefore, the City and Town are only hurting the very people they should be helping. Most towns and cities encourage this practice as it builds community and character in kids. I am disappointed by their actions on this. I do
understand things are tight and every option is being taken to make extra money or save a couple dollars. But there is no extra cost to the City or Town for the kids going out early on “free ice.” The Town and City should also note that coaches stay after their official ice times are over to help move the hockey nets and clean rooms, as we feel that is the right thing to do in order to help the City and Town employees and the community. Communities are built on a give and take relationship. This sure feels like a big take. Trevor Scherman Battleford
cent, give or take, from what we had become accustomed to from 2010-14. Land sales have diminished to next to nothing. We are hurting, plain and simple, and mostly due to the drop in oil revenue. That’s why Premier Brad Wall not too long ago called a spade a spade, and said we will be running deficits for this year and next (on the assumption he is reelected). It doesn’t matter who gets elected, there will be a deficit. And by Wall making the proclamation of an impending deficit, it sets the stage for the election. And so we lose all the fun of the election. Anyone who makes grandiose spending promises is a fool – where will they get the money? Special interest groups may cry out for this and that, and the simple response is, “What do you expect is going to pay for that?” Electorally, the oil patch
is small. It’s just a few ridings whose outcome is a foregone conclusion, all likely to elect Saskatchewan Party candidates. The number of people out of work is relatively small, too, compared to the rest of the province. But it’s clear that their pain is now everyone’s pain. Back in 2012, oil roughly equaled all expenditures in the Ministry of Education, including teacher pensions, but excluding the Ministry of Advanced Education. That’s right – oil paid for every K-12 kid to go to school in 2012. That’s how significant this is. It means union contracts will get zero salary increases for the bulk of the contract. It means instead of new projects, we will see cutbacks. That’s a real fun one for campaigning candidates knocking on doors. “Hi, I’d like to be your MLA, but I can’t promise anything
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nice. Hopefully, we won’t have to close your school or roll back your wages if you work in the public service.” While Wall has continually stressed the point of how the province has had job growth despite tough times in the oil patch, that our economy is diversified. But clearly this sector is having a tremendous impact on the bottom line. He’s also signaled no desire to raise taxes. So with every campaign promise made by every party, ask yourself this: Who is going to pay for it? Are we going to raise taxes? Run deficits and incur debt? Make no bones about it. You might think other issues are pressing, but the underlying issue is all about oil, and the revenue it used to bring in. — Brian Zinchuk is editor of Pipeline News. He can be reached at brian. zinchuk@sasktel.net.
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Young NDP have key role in election: leaders By John Cairns Staff Reporter
A number of politicallyinterested young people from across Saskatchewan were in North Battleford Saturday. They were the Saskatchewan Young New Democrats who held their annual council meeting at Third Avenue United Church. The youth delegates came from all across the province. They were there to talk policy and strategy and hear from guest speakers on topics of importance to the party. The youth council is comprised of those between ages 13 to 25 and includes individuals who are taking on significant roles in the election campaign to come April 4. Lia Storey-Gamble, covice-president of leadership development, noted young people play a vital role at election time. “You need the young people,” said Storey-Gamble. “They can go door to door … knocking, introducing the candidate and working with them on the ground.” “We as a party have been very good at having young people take on leadership positions within the party,” said Rylee Schuhmacher, vice-president of communications, who noted young
people also offer a different perspective on the issues. One issue she pointed to is the tuition increase which has “hit young people really hard in the province.” Policy resolutions were debated and voted on in the afternoon session, with the goal of seeing those ultimately make their way to the provincial and federal conventions. One resolution pushed by the youth delegates was a call for full provincial funding to be restored to The Lighthouse Serving the Battlefords. They were seeking to put that issue on the party’s agenda and Rob Feist, NDP candidate in the Battlefords who was at the meeting, says he believes that issue could fester into the election campaign. “It makes absolutely no sense to me that we would cut funding” for The Lighthouse, Feist said to reporters. “It’s a cost-saving institution, and it is just completely illogical and just a bad political decision on the part of the Sask. Party to cut funding for that institution. Mr. (Herb) Cox and Mr. (Brad) Wall should give us some answers as to why they cut funding to that institution for the Battlefords.” The meeting in North Battleford was one of two held on Saturday by provin-
cial New Democrats as they prepare for the April 4 election campaign. While the Young New Democrats were meeting in North Battleford, the NDP caucus and candidates were in Saskatoon for meetings there during the day. Those coincided with party leader Cam Broten’s own nomination to run in SaskatoonWestview. While the Saskatoon meeting meant many big names couldn’t come to North Battleford, there were still a few prominent political individuals there to offer advice. Candidate Feist led a lengthy discussion in the morning session on how the NDP could bridge the divide between urban and rural voters. The urban-rural split has been an issue in Saskatchewan politics for years. NDP support has traditionally been strongest in the large cities and in the North. Feist’s presentation focused on ways for New Democrats to appeal to voters in rural areas and smaller cities where the Saskatchewan Party has traditionally been strong. In speaking to reporters Feist accused the Saskatchewan Party of playing “the politics of blame and the politics of division in rural Saskatchewan,” and pointed to many rural issues that New Democrats push
A number of youth delegates from across the province were in North Battleford Saturday as the Saskatchewan Young New Democrats held their annual meeting at Third Avenue United Church in North Battleford. Among the prominent individuals at the meeting were former Battlefords MLA Len Taylor and former premier Lorne Calvert. Photo by John Cairns
such as rural health care, the doctor shortage, the issue of what those laid off from the oil patch and agricultural sector are going to do and economic issues that affect farms. “A big part of the reason I’m running is to bring that voice back for smaller cities and bring that voice back for rural people in the surrounding constituencies that our riding touches.” Feist was very encouraged by what he saw at the meeting and was optimistic about the prospects of making inroads in the rural areas.
New chamber president sworn in Continued from Page 3 The ultimate goal, from the Chamber’s perspective, is to simply come up with a better environment for businesses to grow and expand. “What we want to do is make it more fair,” said Bottomley. “Right now with the tax system the way it is it discourages new entrepreneurs and new business and new building in this town. And we want to change that. We want to encourage more infrastructure, new buildings, improvements to buildings, we don’t want to penalize companies for doing that.” Bottomley anticipates a lot of discussions on that issue this year and said he was looking forward to it, calling it “another positive step in the right direction.”
“I think it shows the New Democratic Party has tremendous energy going into this election and that we are pushing definitely back to take some of these smaller city seats and some potentially rural swing seats that we could move in the upcoming election.” A prominent attendee at the meeting was former premier Lorne Calvert, who appeared on the invitation of the Young New Democrats. He said his goal was to
encourage them to “engage fully, not just in this upcoming election, but to engage in the practice of politics, the shaping of public policies, to be engaged in our communities. “These young people — and they don’t have to be large in number to have a significant impact — they can change our world, they can change our communities and I want to, if I can, give them enthusiasm and confidence for that work.”
News-Optimist.ca Last week’s News-Optimist online poll: Since the closure of the Agriplex arena the ice time situation for minor hockey in the Battlefords has been described by some as “ridiculous.” What would be a solution? • Build another small arena. 10% • Step up plans to replace the Civic Centre and make sure those plans involve two ice surfaces. 50% • Extend hours available by hiring more staff. 15% • Someone should build a commercial arena like they have in Saskatoon. 25%
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Famous storm chaser talks tornadoes with Battleford elementary students By John Cairns Staff Reporter
If you were in Battleford last Thursday and Friday you might have seen a bright orange vehicle with the words Tornado Hunter written across it. That vehicle, a Ford F-150 EcoBoost affectionately referred to as “Flash,” is the one used by the Saskatchewan-based Tornado Hunters storm-chasing team to chase storms across North America. One of the team members is Ricky Forbes, who gave presentations to students at St. Vital School on Thursday afternoon and at Battleford Central School on Friday morning. His role with the Tornado Hunters team is driver of Flash. “It is my job to get my team as close as we can to the biggest and baddest storms on the planet,” said Forbes. The other chasers on the team are photographer Greg Johnson, who has given presentations in North Battleford before, and videographer Chris Chittick. The Saskatchewan-based team members are full-time professional storm chasers. They capture footage of tornadoes as they happen, which are sold to media outlets, and they also warn people about the storms as they approach. The three are featured as part of the CMT series Tornado Hunters, which recently finished its first full season. At St. Vital School,
Ricky Forbes, along with Greg Johnson and Chris Chittick, make up the Tornado Hunters storm chasing team seen on CMT Television. Forbes was in Battleford for presentations at St. Vital School and Battleford Central School last week. Photo by John Cairns
Forbes gave a high-energy presentation in which he displayed his enthusiasm for tornadoes and severe weather. The high season for storm chasing is the spring and summer months. The plan for the Tornado Hunters is to start chasing again in March and head to the Texas-Oklahoma area. The chasing continues for another six months. The off-season months are filled with presentations to schools and to business functions.
Forbes says he typically does about 200 presentations to schools in a year, and he has been doing those all over western Canada. Most students are aware of tornadoes already, because of what they have seen in the movies or on TV. But Forbes is able to teach the kids some finer points, such as where “tornado alley” is located and what a “supercell” looks like. According to Forbes, the supercell cloud looks like it has a UFO on top of it. There is general knowl-
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edge of tornadoes in Canada, Forbes said, but “it’s not as much as if you’re right down the heart of it, down in the United States.” Still, Forbes notes tornadoes are taught as part of the science curriculum in Canada. What he does is “share a bit more knowledge” and give the students “real-world experience, to share the stories and the photos that we have.” In his presentation at St. Vital School, Forbes showed videos the team captured of tornadoes as they touched the ground. Among the memorable tornadoes he spoke about was a massive Manitoba tornado the team chased last year, which was North America’s largest tornado in 2015. They also followed a massive doublefunneled tornado storm that hit Pilger, Neb. on June 16, 2014. Forbes called that twin tornado “absolutely incred-
ible” and “one of the highlights of my career.” Forbes also spoke about the scariest storm they encountered – the El Reno, Okla. tornado of May 31, 2013. “We were caught inside the world’s largest tornado,” said Forbes. The El Reno storm was rated as F-5, the highest possible. “It was the only time we were ever caught inside a tornado. That was our scariest experience. We got too close and it caught us.” Forbes had to drive their Flash vehicle into the ditch to avoid the debris flying through the air. He described the situation as “absolute chaos.” “There’s buildings being ripped apart, hay bales flying through the air, vehicles flying through the air. We were lucky to make it out.” One reason they made it out alive was the durability
of their storm-chasing vehicle. Their Ford F-150 is specially equipped with a number of features so the vehicle can withstand all kinds of debris and harsh conditions, while also protecting those inside. One of them is a bullet-proof coating, so if a tornado “throws steel or wood our way we don’t want it going inside the cab and hurting us.” Forbes calls the Flash vehicle the “fourth member of our team” and says it “saves our lives.” The vehicle and the presentation were a big hit with the students, many of whom posed for photos and “selfies” with Forbes and the truck afterwards. Some even had some fun jabbing and kicking the side of the vehicle to see just how much damage Flash could withstand. Flash emerged with little wear and tear.
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Transit system changes aimed at decreasing wait and ride times By John Cairns Staff Reporter
North Battleford Transit has been hosting information sessions to explain to the public the changes coming to the transit system April 1. A display was set up at the Frontier Centre Feb. 4 and they plan to hold another one Thursday, Feb. 11 between 2 and 6 p.m. at Territorial Place Mall. The goal is to answer questions and familiarize the public with some of the changes coming to the transit system. Before, one bus went in a continuous loop around the city, but unfortunately people had to wait upwards of an hour for the bus to arrive. With the new route structure, a second bus has been added that will travel in the opposite direction.
That should reduce the amount of time riding in the bus, said Transit Manager Al Love. “On the old system, if your travel time was 15 minutes to your destination, you had a 45-minute ride home,” said Love. Now, it should be 15-minutes both ways. The route has also been adjusted so the buses will stay on the feeder streets for the most part. But officials estimate about 80 per cent of the existing route should be maintained. “We try to stay on more of what we call feeder streets and allow the bus to travel on a much more fluid pattern,” said Love. Also, the route has been expanded into the Kildeer and Fairview areas. Buses would depart from the Co-
op Mall to that area. The latest changes are being instituted based on feedback received after the transit plan implemented in 2012, when the new buses were purchased. The changeover was well received by riders, but some concerns were expressed. The key ones were the length of ride times and also that the system was not getting into Kildeer and Fairview. “We tried to address those concerns and tried to make the ride shorter and get into the neighbourhoods,” said Love. The changes to the transit system come into effect April 1. Some other changes are also being contemplated, such as discounted monthly passes for seniors as well as selling tickets at a discounted rate.
Devin MacAulay of the planning department and Transit Manager Al Love of North Battleford Transit show off some of the changes coming to the transit system at a display at Frontier Centre last Thursday afternoon. They will be at the Territorial Place Mall between 2 and 6 p.m. this Thursday. Photo by John Cairns
Tornato stops 44, Sharks fall to Prince Albert
Nine face charges for resort area break-ins Staff Nine individuals, ranging in age from 12 to 20 years, are facing charges after a Battlefords RCMP investigation into vehicle thefts and break-ins to seasonal residences in the Jackfish Lake area over the last several months. Police say those charged are all from Moosomin First Nation near Cochin. Seven youth ranging in age from 12 to 17 and two adults aged 19 and 20 are facing 81 charges, which include multiple counts of break and enter to a residence, theft of motor vehicles, thefts under $5,000, unauthorized possession of firearms, careless use and storage of firearms and failure to comply with court
orders. Police say all have been released on several conditions pending their first scheduled appearances in North Battleford Provincial Court through the months of February and March. Battlefords RCMP are also making the public aware of recent break and enters in the North Battleford and Battleford areas. Typically, entry is gained into residential garages resulting in thefts of property and vehicles. Homeowners are encouraged to secure their residences, garages, outbuildings and vehicles. Exterior lighting and security systems are also great preventative measures, police say.
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Wednesday the Battlefords Sharks hosted the second place Prince Albert A & W Bears, looking for their fourth win of the season. A lack of scoring opportunities ultimately did the ladies in, losing 6-0 at Battleford Arena. Shelby Tornato made plenty of great saves, including two breakaway stops in
the middle stanza. All together she stopped 44 of 50 shots on the night. After the Bears were up 1-0, Jayda Sachs scored two more unanswered goals. A slap shot from the left wing found the back of the net before a scramble play in front of the net, where Tornato stopped the original shot, but kicked out the rebound. It found the blade of Sachs who deposited it past the goal line for her second of the night.
Ireland South then took a shot off the boards, ricocheting onto the stick of Jaydn Kushniruk in the third period. Kushniruk made no mistake on the doorstep, making it 4-0 Bears. Prince Albert deposited two more before the final buzzer from Sierra Parenteau and Kayla McNab. On deck for the Sharks is a back-to-back home series against fourth-place Swift Current.
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DS: What a great way to end off the week. Four straight wins while clinching the Finning Division with nine games remaining (at the time). In respect to the teams you've coached in the past years, how special is this team you have assembled? What are going to be your first thoughts when you see the "division champions" banner up in the rafters? Winning the division in two of the past three years, your accomplishments as a coach are on display at the Civic Centre. Could your expectations be any higher heading into the playoffs? KH: Every team I have been fortunate to coach has a special place in my heart. This one has been extra special for many reasons. The leadership on this team has been phenomenal, they have really solidified what it means to be a North Star and the responsibility that comes with it. All of the players have worked tremendously hard and have embraced the roles and responsibilities asked of them. All banners aside, this group was assembled for one reason and they are tuned in for what that is. We are very determined to earn everything. When that has been accomplished, we will reflect on the journey and what it means to all of us. DS: Knowing that Notre Dame is a potential first round opponent, what did you take away from the 10-3
game Wednesday? Certainly the North Stars are a team that has clear set goals for each period, keeping their foot on the gas pedal. KH: We really wanted to keep our team on track after a tough couple of games against La Ronge and Melfort. What was important to us that game was staying focused on the goals we set as a team that will be beneficial long term. Our players were very determined against Notre Dame and we managed that game from start to finish. Our staff was extremely proud of them. DS: In Melville, Jake McMillen played his 200th game as a North Star and as an SJHL player. Not a lot of hockey players can say they accomplished that feat. What can you say about McMillen, who is in his final stretch as a North Star, and who is having a career year at possibly the best time to have one? KH: We are so proud of Jake and fortunate that he has contributed to the building of this team. What Jake has accomplished over the course of four seasons will stay with the North Stars forever. He has been an ambassador for the team and a professional in everything he has done. Playing 200 games is a huge accomplishment which speaks on his versatility as a player and ability to play through challenges. DS: Layne Young, a player who expected to amass 20 points this season, is now the number one rookie goal
Kevin Hasselberg scorer in the entire CJHL. He is also riding a sevengame point streak. Have you ever seen a player come from AAA to have so much success? What about his game sticks out to you? KH: Layne simply loves the game. He is such a humble competitor that consistently shows up with his best effort. I don't know if I have ever seen a first-year player impact the game as much as he has this year. Much of that has to be contributed to his focus, which is always here and now. Not a lot distracts Layne, he is a very calm, collected and cool player. DS: A 32-save shutout from Tyler Fuhr against Yorkton to shut down a young but tough team in the Terriers. How pleased were you with his and your team’s performance, com-
ing off a game against Melville in which you thought the team could have played better? The penalty kill also did a great job of shutting down one of the best power play units in the league. Can you see the Terriers being a dominant force in the next couple of years? KH: It was great to see Tyler earn a shutout in that fashion. With an extended break, he should have confidence heading into his next start. After watching video of the games, our team managed both games very well. Offensively, our play with the puck is really starting to take over hockey games. Defensively. we needed to make some adjustments and our players responded very well. The first and third periods of the Yorkton game were very good for us. The penalty kill is all about out-
working your opponent and controlling important parts of the ice. Our players have done a great job of making sure the opponent doesn't have easy entries into our zone and keeping them to the perimeter. Yorkton will definitely be a team to watch, I would say as early as the playoffs this season. They have some very good players and they play extremely hard. DS: Levi Kleiboer registered three assists against the Terriers and has been showing his strong ability to see the ice throughout the season. He won defenceman of the week, while Igor Leonenko won player of the week and Layne Young took away rookie of the week. Is it nice to see players like Kleiboer gain this type of recog-
nition? What does this do for the team’s confidence? KH: Any time you are recognized for a good performance it helps one’s confidence. It is evidence that the hard work and sacrifices you are making are paying off. These guys support each other like brothers, when one player achieves something, they are all there to support and congratulate. DS: One player that may not get enough credit is Baxter Kanter. One of, if not the strongest player in the league, he can throw his body around with the best of them. He is a dynamic part of the energy line with Davidson and Nachtegaele. He contributed with a goal in Melville and can be effective offensively. Continued on Page 14
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BNS ready for break Continued from Page 13 How important is he to the North Stars? KH: Baxter is a piece of the puzzle that completes the big picture. Without him, our team would not be successful. Over the course of his junior career, he has improved steadily and is now really coming into his own, dominating physically and contributing offensively. He plays the game to his strengths and sooner than later, someone will take notice and he will be playing at a higher level. In the meantime, we are very fortunate he is in our colours and not someone else's. DS: It was nice to see Reed Delainey get back on the score sheet with a goal with the injuries he's been fighting this year. How much of a boost does his presence give to you and the rest of the team? KH: Reed's presence is definitely felt on the ice and as a leader. What Reed has gone through this season will only make him stronger when a bigger challenge comes his way in the future. We saw glimpses of Reed's capabilities this past road trip and it is very exciting to know, with this extended
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break and some earned confidence, Reed will be playing at full speed by playoffs. He will be an offensive threat every time he steps on the ice. What a dangerous weapon to have. DS: Not being in action until Feb. 19, how will the team spend the break? I'm sure you guys will be hitting the ice for practice, will you also be making an appearance at the Jackfish Lake Ice Fishing derby? With some time to reflect, will the game plan be much of the same against Yorkton next time around? KH: We have a detailed plan in place to earn success over the course of the next couple of weeks. This is a critical time that will help prepare us for the break we will have while the Survivor Series is taking place when playoffs begin. Our guys will be working hard to help make the fish derby a huge success. A lot of hard work by Trent Cey and the board members has been invested into the derby. With some good weather and some big fish, it is destined to be successful. Our players will be there and will do their part to ensure that happens.
Three North Stars earn awards By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter
Igor Leonenko (top left) took home the player of the week honours after collecting at least one point in three games, adding to his top-five point total and to his incredible season. Leonenko registered one goal and three assists Wednesday in the North Stars 10-3 route of Notre Dame. He then followed that performance up with two assists in a 4-2 win against Melville, before scoring the game winner in Yorkton for their final overnight road trip game of the year. He now has 36 goals and 37 assists this year, which puts him four points
behind league leader Alex Smith. Levi Kleiboer (top right) was named defenceman of the week for the first time this year. The intelligent blue-liner is known for using his strong vision on the ice to create magic in the offensive zone, totalling one
goal and 20 assists on the year. Kleiboer registered an assist against the Hounds, backing that up with another assist in Melville. The defenceman was also involved in every goal the North Stars scored during their 3-0 win in Yorkton, walking away with three assists. Kleiboer
is ranked 10th in the league in points for all blue-liners. The top rookie scorer in the country was also named rookie of the week. Layne Young (bottom left), who has amassed 65 points in 50 games, is becoming one of the most dynamic scorers in the league. His skill set was on full display Wednesday, scoring a hat trick while recording an assist against the Hounds. He then scored his 20th and 21st of the season against Melville before assisting Leonenko on his power play mark in Yorkton. All together, Young had five goals and three assists last week. The young forward is currently on a seven-game point streak.
Meota splits final two SPHL games By Dustin Saracini
Jordan Blaquiere, Marc LaClare, Nolan McCaffrey and Adam Gray also registered helpers. The Combines had a big bounce back game, beating Radisson 7-5 the next day at the Civic Centre. Tatchell continued to find the open man, recording his
sixth point in the last two games, with four assists. Miller’s SPHL dominance was on full display, scoring four goals. Miller has now registered at least one point in every game this season. Michael Pylypow, Levin Floen and Brad Weber all
found the back of the night Friday night. Albert had another big game with three assists. Tyson Knight, Bo Gervais and Dayne Iverson also did their part with helpers. For Radisson, Nick Kalnicki and Braydon Heroux each had a four-point night. Both scoring two goals while drawing two assists. Carter Amson pitched in with a goal and an assist for the Wheat Kings. Meota finished in third with a 13-3 record. They will be seeing a lot of the Wheat Kings as they play them in the first round of the playoffs. The Combines are 2-0 against them this season.
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campaign on a high note, finishing with a goal and two assists, as did Brent Salzl and Keegan Sparrow. Sparrow is now on a 10game point streak heading into the playoffs. Scott Maunula and Mitch Phillips each ended the night with a goal and a helper. For Spiritwood, Brett Penner had a hat trick, giving him seven goals on the campaign, while Jordan
Henri scored twice. Bryce Gatzki and Justin Cote also found the scoresheet with goals of their own. The Battlefords head into the playoffs having lost three of their last four. They face Shellbrook in the first round. The Silvertips swept the season series 2-0 between the two teams. The Blues were outscored 29-11 in their series.
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Riley Albert scored two in a 4-3 loss in overtime to the Three Stars last Wednesday. The tallies gave the forward five on the season. Brody Tatchell also had a solid night for the Combines, registering two assists. Marc Migneault rounded out the scoring for Meota while team leader Brett Miller also had a helper. Kris Bloom, Damon Schaefer, Mitch Wall and Brennon Weitzel all found the back of the net in the victory. Schaefer and Bloom had two-point nights, both recording assists, while
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New Horizons took to the ice again on Feb. 9, the sixth game of the season and the half way point. It was an interesting day with the two undefeated teams losing. Alexander Scott lost to Doreen Dudek and Bob Krismer (skipped by Wayne Scheible) lost to Wally O'Hare. Other results were Rod Forrester over Dick Wisner; Doug Belyk over Alan Rogers, Ralph Hall over Gordon Munn and Ed Kjargaard and Wally Gordey playing to a tie. So Scott and Krismer have five wins and one loss each. Two other teams, Forrester and O'Hare have fourwins and two losses. Makes for an interesting finish, with Scott and Krismer playing each other the last game of the season March 22.
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Battle West district high school championships Submitted The Junior Basketball season came to an end this past weekend with the Battle West District Championships. The Boys tournament was held in Unity, while the Girls tournament was hosted by John Paul II. The John Paul II Crusaders capped off excellent seasons with both teams capturing the
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Back of the Bus entertained in Battleford Friday as they celebrated the launch of their newest CD. Local talent Jim Walls and Sheila Vaadeland were among the members performing. Photo by Averil Hall
Staff A band featuring local and Saskatchewan talent entertained in Battleford Friday as they celebrated the launch of their newest CD. Back of the Bus is a high-energy party band that plays contemporary and traditional Irish, Scottish and East Coast music. Their most recent CD is Live at the Bassment, which was recorded at the famous nightclub of that name in Saskatoon. The band, which includes Battlefords resident Jim Walls, played at the Battlefords Community Players Clubhouse in Battleford, a former church now used as a rehearsal and production venue by the drama club. “We had a great crowd and a fun night,” said Walls. He also had good things to say about the venue. “The space the Community Players has created is very suited to smaller events, and I know they are hopeful it will become well used. “ Not surprisingly, St. Patrick’s Day will be a busy
day for the band, including an annual appearance at a long-term care home in Saskatoon. “We play at the Sherbrook Community Centre every March 17, and then we will be at Bugsy’s Bar and Grill in Saskatoon later that night,” says Wall. March 19, Back of the Bus will be at the Terrace Dining Lounge in Broderick. “After that, our big show is back at the Bassment in Saskatoon on May 27,” he said. The five-piece band includes two Battlefords musicians as well as a longtime Cut Knife resident. Local members are Walls and Sheila Vaadeland. The band also includes Paul Runalls of Cut Knife and Anna Bekolay and Kathi Davis-Lepage of Saskatoon. Back of the Bus has been together in its current form for three years and has played at all of Saskatchewan’s major Celtic venues and events. The musicians on “the Bus” all have extensive backgrounds in music and entertainment, as their
website information explains: Walls, who plays guitar and provides vocals, was happy to get back into the band business since his adolescent rock and roll days and folk-rock teen years. He had been playing Celtic folk music for many years as a solo, and leaped at the chance to play with this group of musicians. Influenced by the Corries, Dubliners and Great Big Sea, he is always searching for a new “old” tune to add to the musical mix. A social worker by training, he finds Back of the Bus great personal therapy. Walls is also an amateur actor and director, a grandfather and enjoys tinkering with his vintage MGB. Sheila Vaadeland, vocals, guitar and percussion, is at home with blue grass, country, rock and roll and the blues, as well as her children’s and Celtic gigs. She is a long-time member of the Prairie Sailor Band, fronted by fellow Back of the Bus member Paul Runalls. Continued on Pages 18, 19
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Anna Bekolay of Back of the Bus is one of the busiest and “in demand” musicians in Saskatoon. She is a conservatory trained musician and vocalist, teacher and adjudicator. Photos by Averil Hall
The audience was appreciative, but one little concertgoer had a hard time staying awake.
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Jim Walls played Celtic folk music for many years as a solo, and leaped at the chance to play with Back of the Bus. Walls is also an amateur actor and director.
Kathi Davis-Lepage, right, who has a degree in music, taught and operated a studio for Celtic dance for 18 years and sang in a Welsh choir growing up. She plays the tin whistle and the accordion.
Sheila Vaadeland is a long-time member of the Prairie Sailor Band and is also a member of the Saskatoon band, The Chickadees.
Paul Runalls, front man for Paul Runalls and the Prairie Sailor Band, he has been entertaining children and their parents for more than 30 years and has been recognized in the Saskatchewan Legislature for his contributions to children’s entertainment.
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Back of the Bus celebrates latest CD Local Talent Opens Season at The Gog
The first house concert of the year at The Gog featured home-grown talent who packed the venue Saturday. The eclectic group Backroads, made up of (left to right) Vistara Sidebottom, Laird Brittin, Garth Harrison and Linda Mushka, entertained along with opening act Kjelti Katherine (below). Collectively Backroads shares a back catalogue of covers from roots, blues, folk and country genres with a sprinkling of contemporary songs and original tunes thrown in to spice things up. The evening, held in an unusually spacious home that used to serve as the community’s synagogue (bottom), also featured hostess Kelly Waters’ famous hor d’oeuvres. Photos by Sherron Burns
children and their parents for more than 30 years and has been recognized in the Saskatchewan Legislature for his contributions to children’s entertainment. He appeared on CBC’s Mr. Dressup television show in an episode called ”Paul Visits.” Runalls is an accomplished songwriter and recording artist and has produced a number of recordings for young children’s television. His songs air regularly on the Stingray Kid’s Stuff Channel across Canada. Two of his songs reached the finals in the International Songwriting Competition and one reached the semifinal stage of the UK Songwriting Contest. Anna Bekolay, vocals and violin, is one of the busiest and “in demand” musicians in Saskatoon. A conservatory trained musician and vocalist, Bekolay teaches music from her studio and is a respected adjudicator of strings and voice. She divides the rest of her time between Back of the Bus, The Bass Invaders, The Whiskey Jerks, Troubadours de Bois and Voci Strane. Bekolay can play any number of styles and she penned the title song of the
band’s second CD, Over the Ocean. Kathi Davis-Lepage, vocals, tin whistle and accordion, is thoroughly steeped in Celtic music, dance, culture and commerce. She has played for years in Celtic bands including Tipperary Creek, Keltos and Peat Fire Flame. She taught and operated a studio for Celtic dance
By K.J. Smith Tuesday was the Battlefords Art Club’s last day in Room 107 of the Don Ross Centre. Next week we are back in our usual environment, the craft room of the building. We watched the last half of the video, Top 10 Acrylic Painting Techniques with Chris Cozen. This lady does not waste any paint, cleaning her brushes on paper that she uses for future collages. Some members were putting finishing touches on their paintings for the upcoming Lions art auction and others were sketching and zentangling. Come paint with us Tuesdays in the craft room at the Don Ross. Meetings are once a month. Instructional videos are shared three days a month.
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Blaine Lake duo heading to Telemiracle 2016 ‘Rural Saskatchewan has talent to offer’ By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter
BLAINE LAKE — A mother-daughter duo from Blaine Lake will be on stage at Telemiracle 2016 in Regina. They are happy for the opportunity to show the province that rural Saskatchewan has talent to offer. Diana Woytiuk says, “My daughter Chloe and I have been selected to perform on Telemiracle in Regina, which is celebrating its 40th year, and we are so proud and excited to be representing Blaine Lake and area in this province-wide event.” Diana and Chloe will perform a musical theatre duet to Thank You for the Music on Sunday afternoon March 6 at approximately 3:30 p.m. Diana is happy about the time slot. “This is when most viewers tune in to watch the progress in fundraising by the Kinsmen Foundation.” The Woytiuks will not only be entertaining, they will be bringing a donation with them as well. Blaine Lake Composite School, proud of their Grade 9 student Chloe’s accomplishment, will be helping with the fundraising. Friday, Feb. 12 they will hold a pizza sale lunch. Feb. 26, a lunch of perogies and sausages will be offered for sale and March 3, they will be selling cupcakes as a finale. Diana and her husband Keith are the owner/operators of Blaine Lake Ambulance. “We will also be raising
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funds through the membership of the provincial ambulance association SEMSA,” says Diana, “and we will be accepting personal donations, also.” The Woytiuks are a family of four. Keith is an emergency medical technician and Diana is a primary care paramedic. They have owned and operated Blaine Lake Ambulance since 1998 when they bought the company from Keith’s grandfather, Michael Dutchak. Their son Garrett is 17 and graduates this year from Blaine Lake Composite School. Chloe is 14 years old. In the past, Blaine Lake Ambulance has organized hockey tournaments in Blaine Lake to raise funds for Telemiracle, says Diana. “Both Keith and I did an on-air presentation in Sas-
katoon of approximately $1,000. That was nerve wracking!” Diana and daughter Chloe draw on a lifetime of singing for their upcoming performance at Telemiracle. “I began my singing career with my mom as she cantored in the Ukrainian Catholic Church in Moose Jaw,” says Diana. “In much the same way, Chloe began her career singing with me in the music ministry at St Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church in Blaine Lake.” Chloe started voice training with more than 10 years ago in Saskatoon with Michael Harris and Chloe soon followed. They now train with Sheila Scott in Saskatoon, Chloe in Grade 7 voice and Diana in Grade 8 voice in the Royal Conservatory of Music program. Diana adds, “Chloe
is also studying her Grade 6 piano with Irene Lacoursiere in Saskatoon, who just happens to be our accompanist for Telemiracle and who also grew up in the North Battleford area.” Both Chloe and Diana have been entrants at local music festivals, Chloe as a soloist in her appropriate age categories and with her mother in the parent/child duet category. “Our highest achievement was a mark of 90 obtained in the Saskatoon Music Festival in 2015,” says Diana. They began singing duets for adjudication when Chloe was just nine years old. “I still marvel that at that age, she could hold her own in a duet!” “Unfortunately, due to personal reasons, we will not be entering any festivals this year,” she adds. “With my mother passing in November of 2015, it was time to slow down and take a break from learning new material for both Chloe and I.” A large draw into music festivals is the musical theatre category, says Diana. This category requires the participant to demonstrate simple choreography and costuming while still focusing on techniques such as diction, projection and tonality. “Our song choice lent itself to this category with the choreography being provided to us by Jaclyn Young at Brenda’s School of Dance in Saskatoon,” says Diana. She adds, “Ring those phones!”
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I can see clearly now “It was like opening a door and going into heaven. I could see. Everything wasn’t a blur.” — a quote from my aunt upon getting her first pair of glasses. I had a very similar experience. After a four-hour drive in the rain, with my sister on the passenger side of my car she declared, “I am going to buy you something when we get to our destination. Windshield wipers!” It was something I knew I needed to do, but since the driver’s side of the car was okay, I procrastinated. The need for windshield wipers is something you don’t tend to think about when the sun is shining. What I wasn’t prepared for was the difference a new windshield wiper on the driver’s side of the car would make. I was like a kid with a new toy. Each and every time I turned on the wipers, a small thrill of appreciation and excitement coursed through me as I saw the world in a whole new light. My aunt experienced a similar, but more profound, difference in her world when she got glasses. She could see the individual leaves on a tree. Life was in sharp focus for the first time in her life. I experience a similar elation every time I wash my glasses. Life is full of such moments of clarity. Little everyday occurrences such as a blue sky after a long stretch of clouds and dreary weather. The joy one can feel when on the receiving end of a cheery greeting from a child or stranger. Or simply a new view after washing a window. Then there are life-changing events when you start to see the world with a renewed perspective. Discovering one’s true calling or faith. Finding yourself on the outside, looking in, after a negative experience. Or finding contentment within a relationship. As much as I enjoy clean windows and a perfectly clear vision of the day before me, I couldn’t help but think of the bird that swooped in towards our kitchen window the other day. A little dirt on our window may have saved his life. Or at the very least, a real nasty headache. Sometimes we need a little obscured vision to help guide us through a tragedy one step at a time. To see and feel everything crisply when our lives have been uprooted is not what we want or need at that time. It is important to see clearly to avoid some of life’s potholes. But when a person finds themselves in a spot where they didn’t choose to be, a little fog may be just what you need to feel your way through for a few miles. When the fog lifts, we can appreciate the crisp clean view of the road ahead. There is nothing like a little obscured vision to help you appreciate seeing clearly once again.
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The truck was at Trevor’s in Maidstone and my trusty tow rope and Jaco steering the dead truck towed the old girl home. We pushed it into the shop and he now has the heads off and they are now in Lloydminster at a shop to pressure test them to see if there are any leaks. I’m hoping it doesn’t cost me a fortune to fix. My son-in-law Jose and neighbour Neil are attacking a poor, defenseless 25foot Honeybee header. The wear bar on the header that holds the knife is showing some signs of wear. They have ordered a new one. They are going for all new guards and knife sections. They have the canvasses off and the rollers out. I think before they are done they will change out all the bearings in the rollers. They are tearing this machine down right to the paint and they are talking about buying some paint. Now here we have two fussy guys who are determined to make
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Tim’s support has BUH Foundation smiling By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter
9, 2016 - PAGE Cheque presentation from the owners of Tim Hortons to Tuesday, the BUH February Foundation Friday. From8left to right, Marion and Brett Michnik — owners of Tim Hortons on Railway Avenue and in Battleford — Sandra Backus, Marian McNabb, Tracy Voigt and Al White BUH Foundation’s board of directors. Photo by Dustin Saracini
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The Smile Cookie program worked wonders this year, raising $10,500 for the Battlefords Union Hospital. Each year, the three local Tim Hortons restaurants choose a charity within the community, where all proceeds from their chocolate chunk cookie sales are donated during one week of September. Marion and Brett Michnik, who own the Tim Hortons on Railway Avenue and in Battleford, would like to thank the community for their contribution. The program started in 1996 and Marion says this year turned out to be one of the best when it came to raising money. Executive director of Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation, Claudette McGuire, says she is pleased the three local Tim Hortons agreed to support the BUH Foundation in their capital campaign to raise funds to purchase SIDNE, which supports the emergency room PARTY Program (Prevent Alcohol Related Trauma in Youth). “We are very appreciative of the community for supporting this campaign and of course we are really appreciative of the three local Tim Hortons,” McGuire says. “The Smile Cookie campaign raised $5.3 million over Canada.” SIDNE is a battery-operated go-kart that provides a hands-on, engaging lesson about the misuse and abuse of alcohol and other drugs. It also helps build understanding of the dangers of distracted driving through a visual, hands-on experience.
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Weddings, birthdays keep residents on the go By Thelma Kendall Correspondent
Hi, everyone! Here it is February already. January seems to have just whizzed by. Except for a few days of slippery weather, we were so fortunate to have had such a nice month. Usually January is one of our longest and coldest, so we’ve been lucky. There is not much news this time, folks, as many of our tenants have had colds and flus – me included – so are sticking pretty close to home. However, Ada Passuta celebrated her 90th recently. Her family took her dining at Blend to celebrate. I’m sure you had a wonderful time, Ada, and happy 90th birthday. Cecile Dupuis was happy to attend her son’s wedding in Cut Knife. It also was made special to have her other son and his wife there from British Columbia. I’m sure you all had a lovely time, Cecile. Shirley Tebay was glad to be at her great-grandson’s first birthday party at the fieldhouse. I can imagine it would be a fun time for everyone, Shirley. Mary Dearborn missed her Christmas news last month so here it is now. She went to the farm to spend Dec. 24 with her son and daughter-in-law, Blair, Anna and family. Also present were their daughter Alissa, her husband Vince and two-year-old Maia from
Lethbridge, Alta. Also Blair and Anna’s son Brennan and girlfriend Jade were home from Esterhazy. Mary said they all enjoyed Anna’s wonderful supper. On Christmas Day, Mary’s daughter and sonin-law, Norma and Wayne Combes from Richard, picked her up to go to their daughter and son-in-law’s, Kim and Tyler Voegeli at Maymont for Christmas supper. Their family was all home – Kurt, Carrie and Kyre Combres, Joel and Taylor Stelzer, all from Humboldt, as well as Kyle and Jenn, Kara, Logan and Jaxon Combre from Maymont. Of course Kim and Tyler’s three daughters, Makenna, Rylan and Emmerson, and Tyler’s sister Leah and husband Tim from Spiritwood also came. Mary says she had a wonderful day. It sounds like you have a lovely family too, Mary. We all enjoyed a game of Kaiser bingo in the lounge Jan. 8. Win or lose, we always have a good time. Kaiser is played every Tuesday evening, organized by Shirley Tebay. Some winners were: first, Anne Ewanchuk; second, Betty Bonson; and third, Louise Haubold. Another Tuesday, the winners were: first, Shirley Tebay; second, Louise Haubold; and third, Betty Bonson. Some other entertainment that we’ve had was Jan. 15. Laura Montgrant, a tenant from our Tower, favoured us with songs on the
alley View II keyboard. Then we all had a nice social visit over coffee and lunch. Jan. 29, we all enjoyed John Archer and friends playing on guitars and singing some of our old favourites. In between, Jan. 22, many of us sat down in the lounge to some delicious Kentucky Fried Chicken. It’s so great to enjoy somebody else’s food for a change. Once again, Ann Ewanchuk became a great-greatgrand-baba to a little girl, Edison Elizabeth Russell. Parents are Taylor and Paul Russell, grandparents are Roman and Liz Ewanchuk. The Russells live in Brandon, Man. Jim Shevchuk’s wife Sandra and children carolled at Ann’s apartment for Ukrainian Christmas. They drove Ann with them carolling at River Heights Lodge and the homes of their church neighbours. Ann has lost a wonderful cousin, Annie Bartkewich, who resided at Davidson Manor. Her grandson Nicholas Ewanchuk, Carrie and little girls Callie and Harley had dinner with Ann. Ann is in charge of whist in Tower II. The winners were, on Jan. 14, Shirley Tebay, Louise Haubold and Genny Craig; and on Jan. 21,
Horn measuring results By Carol Deagnon Correspondent
The Fielding Wildlife Smoker was held at Radisson in December. Top horn measuring results were as follows: white-tailed deer – youth, Abigail Roh 84 4/8; men, Dale Roth 144 4/8; senior men, Russell Beaudoin 133 3/8; mule deer – men, Maurice Shumanski 163 7/8; ladies, Connie Shuh 157 0/8; elk – men, Dale Roth 275 6/8; moose – men, Myron Prescesky 177 5/8, youth, Conner Rothenburger 121 7/8; walleye – girl, Cheyanne Roth 2.11 pounds, boy, Carson Ducharme 9.5 pounds; jackfish – girl, Abi-
aymont News gail Roh 9.8 pounds, men, Rodney Large 22 pounds. The new president is Brian Clair, the vice-president is Robbie Schmidt and the new secretary is Adam Pain. Thanks to David Pezeric and Jeff Kieper for measuring and to Discovery Coop at Radisson for the door prizes and thanks for all the rest of the helpers. Maymont Hall will be hosting a beef supper March 20. Make sure to mark this
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The North Battleford Walmart recently donated $3,500 to the local homeless shelter, The Lighthouse Serving the Battlefords. Funds were raised by the staff through a bake sale and other fundraisers. Walmart matched the staff’s fundraising. Store manager Tanya Williams and employee Val Harriot presented the cheque to The Lighthouse manager Caitlin Glencross. Photo submitted
on your calendar. Tickets available from hall members until March 10. Maymont Library is participating in the Lakeland Library Region’s winter reading escape. From Jan. 2 to Feb. 29, every three books checked out will enter a patron’s name into a draw. The theme is Come Read With Us.
Louise Haubold, Ann Ewanchuk and Genny Craig. Ann misses her little friend Bep Wyatt, who moved for a respite to regional care, as well as her friend Tracey Rosner who went by ambulance to the Royal University Hospital. Ann’s daughter Erinka, son-in-law Rory Jordan and her son Orest and daughter-
in-law Chris Ewanchuk just returned from a 10-day holiday in Mexico. Get well wishes go out to all those who are still recovering from flu and colds, and also to Tracy Rasner who is in the hospital in Saskatoon. Hope you will soon be well again. We are missing Bep Wyatt too who is over at district care
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Meota Lions strong community supporters By Lorna Pearson Correspondent
The report in the February monthly newsletter tells of all the good causes the Meota Lions Club have donated to in the last two years – it is amazing and surely explains how they play their part in building this community and assisting other needy causes. It is an amazing list totalling more than $31,000. I would say, “congratulations.” The next wellness clinic will be held at the Do Drop In on Feb. 18 between 8:40 and 10:40 a.m. The store will be opening at 9:30 a.m. weekdays. This week it was closed Monday to Wednesday for their Lunar New Year celebrations in Edmonton, which Eden and Gloria attended. The town workers took advantage of the nice weather last week and took down the Christmas decorations. Thanks for putting them up and for taking them down. We appreciate this effort. I was wrong when I said earlier that SaskPower put them up, as they do at Chitek Lake. Sorry about that. Feb. 5, Norwegian whist was played in Towers II with five tables in play. Top score
was by Rita Peterson, second was Muriel Tebay, third was Pat Chapman and tied for fourth place were Judy Walker, Anna Tucker and Linda Ard. The weather was nice, the lunch tasty and a great social time enjoyed by all. The Meota Combines are sitting in third place behind the Hafford Hawks in the SPHL standings, as of last week. The 2016 Canadian Challenge Sled Dog Race will not take place this year because of weather conditions this winter. It is held annually out of Prince Albert. The trails are bare in places, icy in others and safety for the dogs is the top priority. Next year they will be organizing a bigger and better event as it will be their 20th anniversary – Feb. 2025, 2017. There will be 17 disappointed mushers this year, but expect more than 130 next year to take part in celebrating the anniversary. Last weekend, Yvonne and Philip Lacerte from Rocky Mountain House, Alta. came out to visit their mothers – Yvette Lessard and Gwen Lacerte — and enjoyed the birthday party held for Sheila Lessard in Battleford.
eota News Prairie North Health Region is offering a new program for area residents at the Community Complex from 1:30 to 4 p.m., starting Feb. 11 and running for six weeks ending March 17. It is called “Live Well With Chronic Pain.” If interested in taking this workshop call 306-8922073. There is no cost. Saturday, the Edam Three Stars hosted a game against the Delisle Bruins and the game ended with a score of 5-3 in their favour. This is Game 1 of SHA Provincial Peewee “C” playoffs. It is great fun watching these little guys’ clean skating and just trying to score a goal, never mind getting penalties for roughing or fighting. There was a good turnout of spectators from far out areas. The whist drive held in Vawn on Feb. 6 was well attended and a lot of fun. A lot of visiting went on and the
children played with colouring books and toys. A tasty lunch followed before heading home in blowing snow. Our local MLA for Cut Knife-Turtleford constituency, Larry Doke, will be at the Do Drop In on Feb. 12 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. and wants to hear from people about their concerns. Try to attend and voice your opinion. There are so many snowmobile rallies coming up, one couldn’t take them all in. Chitek Lake is Feb. 13, Leoville is Feb. 27, Rabbit Lake is March 5 and Meota is Feb. 21. The annual Jackfish Lake Ice Fishing Derby is Feb.13 on Jackfish Lake. The Provincial Snowmobile Festival in North Battleford is Feb. 26-27. Minnehaha Rally is March 6 in aid of their hall maintenance. Watch for posters or ads for all these events. Have fun and ride safely. At the Edam Seniors’ Center they are holding a Sweetheart Bingo on Feb. 12 at 7:30 p.m. raising money for their handi-van. There’s a Valentine dance at the Denholm Hall on Feb.13 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Phone 306-481-3509
for information. A Valentine tea is being held Feb. 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Do Drop In where the seniors will be offering cakes, cookies and drinks. Duplicate bridge Feb. 2 in Meota found top score by Jetta and Terence Dasilva. Second high were Joyce Antoine and Robert Iverson and third were Eric Callbeck and Maureen Campbell. In town Feb. 4, the top scores were by Glen and Julie Moore. Second high were Donna Scherman and Catriona Winterholt and third place went to Margaret Dyck and Joyce Antoine. These dedicated players enjoy every evening of their gatherings, with four tables as a rule. The next council meeting is Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. Contact the village office with your concerns, in writing or phone 306-892-2277. Stop in and pick up information regarding the possible switch in garbage pickup via Loraas bins and offer your opinion. There are still some tickets available for the Mayfair plays and for the bus service. Phone Lorna Lavallee at 306-445-0651. Following the changing
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BEAUDRY: Eunice and Earl. Eunice, born October 1, 1924 passed away on November 30, 2015 and was followed by Earl her husband of 64 years shortly thereafter. Earl was born September 21, 1919 and passed away January 26, 2016. Eunice and Earl are survived by their children, Danny Beaudry (Debra Hoffmann); Joan (Lorne) Veikle and family Shawn (Erin) and daughter Rylan, and Chelsea Veikle; Judy Bishop and family Kirsten Scott (Francois Dion) and children Zoe and Jake, Heather Sten and children Dominic, Jacklyn and Patrick, and Heidi (Daryl) Flasch and children Ethan, Jayden and Mason; Ken Beaudry; Dean (Sheila) Beaudry and children Jazmin and Taylor; Eunice’s brother Claude Gagnon, Sister Joyce Wachter, and sisters-in-law, Theresa Gagnon and Leila Gagnon; Earl’s brother Leo Beaudry, sister Dorothy (Pat) McKeown, sister-in-law Emily Beaudry. A celebration of life service for Eunice was held December 3, 2015 and for Earl January 30, 2016 at the Roman Catholic Church in Cut Knife with Father Roger Lavoie. The Cut Knife Royal Canadian Legion provided Honour Guards. Dean Beaudry was eulogist. Internments were at the Cut Knife Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were provided by Grondin Funeral Services. Tributes may be made to the Clayton McLain Memorial Museum, Country Lanes Bowling, or the Royal Canadian Legion all of Cut Knife, SK. ____________________________________________________ FORSYTH: James Albert, April 11, 1931 – January 16, 2016. It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Jim at the age of 84. He was born to Albert and Florence Forsyth in Waseca, Sk. Jim grew up and lived most of his life in and around the Edam area. As a young man he had several jobs at the age of 18 he started work as a section man for the CNR. He retired in 1986 after 37 years of service. He then worked as a janitor with his wife Doris at H. Hardcastle School for 18 years. Jim had a great love for life, his family and friends. He was always willing to help you out whenever he could. He loved sports and played hockey and golf. Jim spent many hours hunting and fishing, also camping and hiking in the mountains with his family. He enjoyed woodworking and being in his work shop. Jim built and cared for 300 bird houses until he was unable to continue. He took great pride in his yard and garden, and as long as the roses were blooming he brought one for Doris every day. Left to cherish Jim’s memory is his loving wife Doris of 55 years, daughter Janet (Terry) VanAlstyne, son Brian (Maxine) Forsyth, granddaughters Kaitlyn (Logan) Otte, Brianna Forsyth and companion Shawn Russell, great granddaughter Addyson Otte, sister Jean (Jerry) Crumly, brothers Bill, Ken (Subina), Keith (Elaine) Forsyth. Brother in Law Tommy Terpstra, mother in law Lillian Levasseur, sister in-laws Donna Baillargeon and companion Ben Woytowich, Marilyn Beatch, brother in law Ernie (Judy) Levasseur along with numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his parents Albert and Florence, his son Bob, brother Bob, sisters Anne (Rusty) Griffith, Margaret Terpstra and Mable Forsyth, also father in law George Levassuer. The celebration of Jim’s life was held January 26, 2016 at the Edam Community Centre, with McCaw’s Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements. Reverend Kun Kim was officiating, with Bev Meikle as organist. Hymns were: In the Garden and Just a Closer Walk with Thee. Special CD music- Daddy’s Hands, My Best Friend and Angels among Us. The Eulogy was written by Doris, Janet and Brian, and was read by Keith Hardcastle who added a story of his own. Pallbearers were Deryle Griffith, Michael Levassuer, Lorne Baillargeon, Chance Beatch, Ralph Young and Murray Hardcastle. Interment was held at the Edam Cemetery. Special thanks to Reverend Kun Kim, organist Bev Meikle and the United Church ladies for the lunch. Thank you to the Edam Home Care for the care and compassion shown to Jim and Doris. Heartfelt thanks to McCaw’s Funeral Home for their help and understanding. Thank you to all our family and friends for the many cards, calls, flowers and food along with so many kind words at this sad time. _____________________________________________________
BENTZ: Mr. George Bentz passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at the Battlefords Union Hospital at the age of 75 years. At George’s request no formal service will be held. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Vera of 30 years; son Ron (Molly) Mamchur; daughters Dorothy (Gordie) Whitford and Vera (Tim) Saban; grandchildren Robyn, Robert, Laura, George, Kristen, Cody, Katherine, Colleen, Anthony, and Tyler; great grandchildren Alex, Charlotte, Rosalie, and Brooke Jr; one sister Renata and sisters in law Dorothy and Merna; and numerous nieces and nephews. George was predeceased by one brother; two sisters; his parents; brothers in law; one niece; and one sister in law. George came to Canada in 1973 from Germany, he resided in Edmonton where he worked as a machinist until his retirement in 2005. Then he moved to the Battleford’s in 2007 where he resided until his passing. Memorial donations in memory of George may be directed to the Alzheimer Association of Saskatchewan #301-2550 12th Ave, Regina, SK S4P 3X1. For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Nicole Welford of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.
HEIDT: In Loving Memory of Madeline Heidt born December 21, 1923 at Revenue, SK., passed away January 27, 2016 in Battleford, SK. Left to cherish Madeline’s memory are her children: Brian (Sharon) Heidt, Lloydminster, AB; Loretta (Gus) Fischer, Edmonton, AB; Daryl (Lin) Heidt, Denzil, SK; Leslie (Marney) Heidt, Blind Bay, BC; Nelson Heidt, North Battleford, SK; Lionel (Arlene) Heidt, St. Walburg, SK; Linda (David) Fitzpatrick, Orlando, Florida; her loving grandchildren: Terra (Ron) Weaver, Lloydminster, AB; Nicole (Tracy) Piercy, Maple Ridge, BC; Fay (Allan) Hewko, Neilburg, SK; Lee Heidt, Whitecourt, AB; Tracy (Lyle) Light, Lloydminster, AB; Aaron (Lisa) Heidt, Vernon, BC; Kertis (Marina) Heidt, Surrey, BC; Dustin (Angela) Heidt, Vernon, BC; Patricia (James) Wallin, North Battleford, SK; Christian (Amber) Fischer, Edmonton, AB; Glenn Heidt, North Battleford, SK; Melinda Fischer, St. John, NB; Kimberley (Dwayne) Bishop, North Battleford, SK; Sean Fitzpatrick, Orlanda, Florida; great-grandchildren: Billy, Cole, Tressa, Gage, Ries, Luke, Chloe, Landon, Isaac, Lily, Craig, Ann, Dayton, Austen, MacKenzie, Simon, Linnaea, Alexis, Amaia, Amelie, Keegan, Brooklyn, Tristan, Kiana, Blake, Dylan; her sister, Tillie; her brothers Vince & Eddy. She was predeceased by her parents Ignatz & Ottilla Borschneck; her loving husband, Philip Heidt; brothers & sisters: Joe, Conny, Phyllis, Marian, Andy, Tony, Nels & Phil. Mass Of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Vital Roman Catholic Church, Battleford, Saskatchewan with Celebrant Fr. Greg Elder. Cross Bearer was Lionel Heidt. Eulogy was given by Lloyd Borschneck. Liturgy Of The Word: 1st Reading: Ecclesiastes 3: 1-7 - Terra Weaver; Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 23 - Dave McQuaid; 2nd Reading: Revelation 14: 13 - Fay Hewko; Gospel: Fr. Greg Elder. Prayer Of The Faithful Arlene Heidt; Liturgy Of The Eucharist: Gift Bearers: Linda Fitzpatrick & Loretta Fischer. Music Ministry: Dave McQuaid. Honourary Pallbearers were “All Madeline’s Many Friends And Relatives.” Urn Bearer was Nelson Heidt. Memorials are requested to The Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc., Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Interment was at Cochin Cemetery - Cochin, Saskatchewan. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________
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WALKER: 1923 ~ 2016. Mrs. Olive Pearl Walker (formerly McGaughey), beloved wife of Gordon Walker, passed away peacefully at the Riverview Care Centre in Medicine Hat on Thursday, January 28, 2016, at the age of 92 years. Along with Gordon, left to cherish Olive’s memory is one son, Charles (Evelyn) McGaughey; two grandchildren, Christopher McGaughey and Erin (Brent) May; two great-grandchildren, Noah and MacKinley McGaughey; three sisters, Marion Stelter, Gloria Doney and Irene Oullette; two brothers, Gordon (Vickie) Stelter and Garfield Stelter as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family members. She was predeceased by her first husband, Melville McGaughey as well as one brother, Lloyd Stelter. At this time, no formal funeral proceedings are scheduled to take place. Private interment will take place in North Battleford at a future date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com). Those wishing to emember Olive may do so through a donation to the Living Faith Chapel, 1371 - 103 Street, North Battleford, SK., S9A 1K9. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone toll free: 1-877-528-6455. ____________________________________________________ ELIAS: Mr. Rudolph Elias passed away on Friday, December 4, 2015 in the Lake Havasu district in the State of Arizona at the age of 70 years. A time of fellowship and refreshments honoring the life of Mr. Rudolph Elias was held on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Living Faith Chapel in the fellowship room with Mr. Conrad Hunchak officiating. Interment will follow at a later date and time. Rudy is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Waneeta Marchand; granddaughter, Asja Marchand; sister, Helen; brothers, Jack, Gordon (Laverne) and Randy (Charlotte); one niece, five nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Helena Elias; sister-in-law, Isabelle Elias; and nephews, Kelly Elias and Steven Elias. Memorial donations in memory of Rudy may be directed to the Living Faith Chapel 1371-103rd St., North Battleford, Saskatchewan, S9A-1K9. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium. For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca.
FUNERAL SERVICES
SALLOWS & McDONALD — WILSON & ZEHNER Funeral Home
1271 - 103rd Street | North Battleford | 306-445-2418 www.sallowsandmcdonald.com “Our Services are Expressive, NOT Expensive”
We are your community leader in Unique MEMORIAL, FUNERAL and CREMATION services. Full Service Facility Equipt. with on-site lunch room, chapel, Celebrant and Insurance Representative for all your pre-planning needs. “Reinventing Tradition Where Heritage Meets Innovation” 2015 BBEX Customer Service Award Recipient
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FUNERAL SERVICES
AUCTIONS
Professional Services Provided with Heart and Compassion RobeRt mackay geoRge haegebaeRt P.O. Box 806 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3
306-446-4200
HUGE UNRESERVED Antique Collector Auction for the Late Harvey Antoniuk Collection: All categories! 9 a.m., Saturday, February 13, Legion Hall, Wainwright, Alberta. 780842-5666; www.scribnernet.com for listing!
AUCTIONS UNRESERVED AUCTION. Rockwood Fired Pizza Restaurant, 13580 - 137 Ave., Edmonton, Alberta. $150,000 - $250,000 worth of decor & equipment to be auctioned on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14/16, 11 a.m. 780-718-2274. Email: howardsauctions@shaw.ca.
IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of a Wonderful Wife and Mother
Rita Anna-Maria Haegebaert December 4, 1949 - February 14, 2012
If Roses Grow in Heaven
If roses grow in Heaven Lord, please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my wife’s arms And tell her they’re from me. Tell her I love her and miss her, And when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek, And hold her for a while. Because remembering her is easy, I do it every day. But there’s an ache within my heart That will never go away. Author Unknown
I love you so much & miss you every day, Love, Camille
In Loving Memory of a Wonderful Mother
Rita Anna-Maria Haegebaert December 4, 1949 - February 14, 2012
COMING EVENTS
32nd Annual
MAIDSTONE TRADE FAIR
FOR SALE - MISC
TRAVEL
MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE
PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 500,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306649.1400 or email classifieds@swna.com for details.
SEE POLAR BEARS, Walrus and Whales on our Arctic Explorer Voyage next summer. SAVE 15% With Our Winter Sale for a Limited Time. CALL TOLL-FREE: 1-800-363-7566 or visit: www.adventurecanada.com. (TICO#04001400)
HOME OWNERS
WANTED TO BUY
& SILENT AUCTION
April 9 & 10, 2016
Old comic books, 1930, 40’s, 50’s, 60’s - 5 cents, 10 cents, 12 cents books. Will pay a reasonable price. Please call any time, the more comics/more money. 306-845-7040
If interested in exhibiting contact Brenda at
WANTED
306-893-4511
Coin Collector looking for old coins and currency. Paying 10X face value on silver. 306-226-4646
for more information
HORSES & TACK
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SHOW & SALE, February 15-21 (inclusive) at Market Mall, Preston & Louise, Saskatoon, during mall hours.
Will buy all classes of horses. 306329-4382.
LIVESTOCK
FOR SALE - MISC
Black and Red Angus Bulls on moderate growing ration. Performance info available. Valleyhills Angus, Glaslyn, Sk. 306-342-4407 or 306441-0946 www.valleyhillsangus.com
FOR SALE
REBUILT APPLIANCES Washers/Dryers Refrigerators & Freezers Ranges & Dishwashers 90 DAY GUARANTEE
CHAROLAIS BULLS FOR SALE; Box J Ranch has yearling and 2yr old charolais bulls for sale. Most are polled, with good hair and hand fed to grow out well. Phone Craig Jones 306-386-2728 Cochin, SK.
Battlefords Refrigeration & Appliance
BIRTHDAYS
11152 - 8th Avenue North Battleford, SK
I miss you every day Mom. You were & will always be my hero. With all my love, Sarah
FUNERAL SERVICES
HOMES FOR SALE OR RENT
Please call (306) 445-8778
to find out how we can help you get into one of these beautiful new homes. CANADIAN BUILT HOMES ready for immediate delivery. Personalized Service Huge fall discounts.
in North Battleford
1520 sq ft, 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom - Fall clearance sale price 119,900.00 1216 sq ft, 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom - Fall clearance sale price $99,900.00 1088 sq ft, 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom - fall clearance sale price $92,900.00
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL
(306) 445-8778 (306) 441-3418
For more info call:
Yellowhead Modular Homes Sales Yorkton, SK www.affordablehomesales.ca
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CANADIAN MANUFACTURED MODULAR HOMES -multi section, single section, lake houses, and duplex family units
Anna Tucker’s
LARGE INVENTORY TO CHOOSE FROM OR FACTORY ORDER TO YOUR SPECIFICATIONS
on
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2:00 - 4:00 pm at St.Paul’s Anglican Church 1302-99th Street North Battleford No gifts please
1.800.249.3969 Check out our inventory at
Come celebrate
POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403-998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com.
85th Birthday Sun., Feb. 21st
REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.
BIRTHDAYS
You are invited to a
Come & Go Tea in Honour of
Mary Pilot 90th Birthday
Saturday, February 20 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
CALEB VILLAGE
1802 - 106th Street, North Battleford
Ines Blom
www.medallion-homes.ca Hwy 2 South Prince Albert
www. eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca
SHE’S 70 TODAY
TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 1-888-470-7997
— Love from Dick and your family
and a grandmother of two
Motor Licence Issuer
INSURANCE SERVICES LTD. 1292 - 102nd Street, North Battleford
306-445-8059 “serving ALL your insurAnCe & motor LiCenCe needs”
1121 - 103rd Street North Battleford, SK S9A 1K5
306-445-9459 would like to welcome
Dr. George Nyame Office Hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WALK-INS & NEW PATIENTS WELCOME
Professional
D I R E C T O R Y 1282 - 101st Street North Battleford, Sask. Telephone 306-445-0488 Facsimile 306-446-3155
Recognize this gal with the swinging sixties do?
PAWLUS Saskatchewan
Battlefords Medical Centre
Chartered Professional Accountants
The Battlefords only Locally Owned Funeral Provider
DOMESTIC CARS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
SWANSON GRYBA & COMPANY
Trevor Watts - Director/Owner
Free pre-planning guides available, assistance with pre-planning services
HOUSES FOR SALE
Choose your size, choose your interior, choose your layout, and choose your exterior! We have many samples we can show you to help you pick what is exactly right for you!
306-496-7538
306-445-7570
Serving Families with Dignity, Respect & Compassion Counsellor for Bronze and Granite Memorials
GREAT CANADIAN Dollar Store franchise opportunities are available in your area. Explore your future with a dollar store leader. Call today 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229; www.dollarstores.com.
(306) 445-9770
Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium 2741 - 99th Street, North Battleford, SK
“The only crematorium in the Battlefords area” Traditional Casket Burial and Cremation Services
GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year ALL CASH. Protected Territories Locations Provided. Full Details CALL NOW! 1-866-668-6629 or visit our website WWW.TCVEND.COM
MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE
FOR SALE - MISC
So many things of Mom I miss; Her gentle hug and tender kiss. I still can feel her warm embrace, And yet picture her loving face. A mother’s work is never done, And Heaven must have needed one. For Angels came and took her hand, And led her to God’s Promised Land. She’s surely kept quite busy there, Brushing little angels’ hair. Although there’s sadness, this I know, She’s waiting there, her face aglow. I close my eyes and I can see, Her arms still open wide for me.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
we are now selling NEW MODULAR HOMES starting at $94,900.00
-PARTNERSGarth Swanson, CPA, CA Greg Gryba, CPA, CA
300 - 1291 102nd Street North Battleford, SK, S9A 3V4
Phone: 306-445-6234 Fax: 306-445-0245 PARTNERS
Dale L. Cameron, CPA, CA Suzanne L. Odishaw, CPA, CA Jacques la Cock, CPA, CA Derek Sieben, CPA, CA Stephen Mann, CPA, CA
Let Us Help You Keep Your Business Rolling! PLACE YOUR AD ON THIS PAGE
CALL 306-445-7261
Fax: 306-445-1977 Email: battlefords.publishing@sasktel.net
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CARD OF THANKS
LAND FOR SALE
WOULD LIKE TO THANK the following businesses and individuals for their generous donations and continued support to our
• Lost River Shooting Specialities • Lyle Comstock • Jessica Finlayson • George Whitt • Cassandra Kuttai • Kori Humenny • FF2 Clothing • Amy Brost • Jamie Kuttai • Scott Campbell Dodge • North West College • Platinum Salon • Marks Work Wearhouse • Milbankes Flowers & Gifts • Kelly Murdoch/Yellow Submarine
FARM AND PASTURE AVAILABLE
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Registration 2016 Season (Girls Fastball and Co-ed Learn to play programs)
Registration Fees Early Reg. Discounted Fee After Feb. 25 If received by Feb. 25 Learn to Play (Co-ed) Tues/Thurs $60** $60 Level 1-2010-11 2-2008-09 U10 (06-07) (To be determined) $100 $75 U12 (04-05) (To be determined) $100 $75 Girls U14 (02-03) (To be determined) $125 $110 Girls U16 (00-01) Mon/Wed $150 $135 Girls U18 (98-99) Mon/Wed $150 $135 Girls
Parent volunteers are vital to maintain Minor Softball in the Battlefords. **$20 discount applied after coaches/guardians attend LTP clinic
Registration February 24 - 25 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. ~ Don Ross - Room 109
Battlefords Minor Softball Box 222, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y1
We are accepting late registrations up to April 1, 2016
Classifieds keep you on the right track.
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FEED & SEED
Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM
For Sale: Bales, 30 and 5x5 available. price.
HEATED CANOLA WANTED!! - GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!! - BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!! HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252
877-695-6461 Visit our website @
www.westerncommodities.ca
Available: spacious 2 Bedroom Duplex for rent, comes with fridge and stove, $1,150/month. Water included. References and damage required. Serious inquiries. Call 306441-6728.
RENT BACK AVAILABLE
STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES
SUITES FOR RENT
Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca
STEEL BUILDING SALE... “REALLY BIG SALE - EXTRA WINTER DISCOUNT ON NOW!” 21X22 $5,190 25X24 $5,988 27X28 $7,498 30X32 $8,646 35X34 $11,844 42X54 $16,386. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel .ca
1 bedroom basement suite, $600/monthly. Working persons only. Power not included. Available March 1st. Contact 403-596-5256.
RENTAL SERVICES Available 1 bedroom suite. F/S/W/D utilities included $750 per month. No pets and no smoking. Reference required. Call or text (306) 291-7643.
DUPLEXES FOR RENT March 1- 1322-107th str., 1404 square feet. 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1/2 bath, six appliances, off street parking, fully fenced. $1250/month, plus utilities, 1 month damage deposit. 2 references. 306445-4568. No pets, maximum 4 people.
Furnished suite. Kitchen, living area, etc., queen bed. 425.00/month. Includes utilities. Ph. 306-937-7187. Non smokers prefered.
PARTS & ACCESSORIES Wrecking over 250 units... cars and trucks. Lots of trucks... Dodge... GMC... Ford... Imports... 1/2 ton to 3 tons... We ship anywhere... Call or text 306-821-0260. Lloydminster
SERVICES FOR HIRE A-1 Service, Will Shingle, build fences, decks, interior painting, metal fascia soffit, home renovations, snow removal. Phone 306-445-8439 - Move Existing Buildings, Barn Straightening, RTMs, Cabins, Lift Houses, Leveling Structures, Winch Truck Service, Scrap Metal Cleanup, Stump Removal, Yard Cleanup. Phone (306) 407-0230
If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. CALL ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
446-6166
LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES
Notice of a Special Meeting
of the members of the North Battleford Golf & Country Club pursuant to S.123 (1)(b) non-profit corporations act 1995
Monday, April 4th at 7:00 pm at the Clubhouse
The directors of the North Battleford Golf & Country Club are calling a special meeting of members for the following purpose: A motion will be made to amend the Bylaws of the Corporation at this meeting. The proposed changes can be viewed prior to the meeting at www.northbattlefordgolf.com or a copy can be mailed upon request by contacting the office at (306) 937-5656
LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES FORM C (Section 2.3)
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act) TAKE NOTICE that the Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document. The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 119208933 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land. The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality. Dated this 27 day of July, 2015. The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 Cindy Miller, Administrator Morris Kowerchuk Name of Assessed Owner LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Surface Parcel #128892437 NE Sec 32 Twp 46 Rge 13 W3, Extension 1 As described on Certificate of Title 97B01800. Title Number: 118735397
FORM C (Section 2.3)
FORM C (Section 2.3)
NOTICE
100 - 5x5 Wheat Straw - 5x5 Pea Straw Bales, Hay Bales no delivery 306-445-5426 Call for
***Quinoa (keen-wa)! - 31 Agates Long***
Western Commodities
4 bedroom, 1 bath, single car garage. Newly renovated. Working persons only. Utilities not included. $1,400/monthly. Available on March 1st. Contact 403-596-5256.
LAND
TO RENT
REGISTRATIONS
Battlefords Minor Softball Association
FEED & SEED
2 bedroom home for rent. Single car garage, deck, large yard, good neighbors. Must be employed. Call 306-446-1668.
PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT.
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– George Kotun
• Fridge, stove, washer, dryer • Some are air conditioned Rental rate: $650 to $1,200 per month Complete application: 1441 - 100th Street Or Phone 306-445-8571 or 306-441-0950
SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 217 1/4’s South - 97 1/4’s South East - 43 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 10 1/4’s North East - 14 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 56 1/4’s West - 49 1/4’s
held on January 16, 2016.
I would like to thank my family for putting on my 85th birthday party on Feb. 6, 2016 and my friends for making the party such a success.
1&2 Bedroom Suites
NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS!
Annual Awards Night
• David Blais • Pioneer Hi-Bred • Canadian Tire • Bridges Chev Buick GMC • Northern Auto • Norsask Farm Equipment • Freedom RV • Wendland AG • Battlefords Bait & Tackle • Big Rack Ranching • MaryAnn Sayers • Vantage Chartered Professional Accountants • Sharon Bernier • The Curiosity Shop, Glaslyn
HOUSES FOR RENT
FARMLAND WANTED
The Delmas Bucks Club
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NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE that the Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document. The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 119208955 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land. The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality. Dated this 27 day of July, 2015.
TAKE NOTICE that the Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document. The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 119208944 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land. The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality. Dated this 2 day of October, 2015.
The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 Cindy Miller, Administrator
The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 Cindy Miller, Administrator
Morris Kowerchuk Name of Assessed Owner
Morris Kowerchuk Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Surface Parcel #149508771 Blk/Par A Plan No 1010600772 Extension 29 As described on Certificate of Title 99B00024, description 29.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Surface Parcel #129115458 NE Sec 32 Twp 46 Rge 13 W3, Extension 2 As described on Certificate of Title 97B01800.
Title Number: 118735555
Title Number: 118735409
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COMING EVENTS
8th Annual
RENTALS & LEASES
CAREER TRAINING
HEALTH SERVICES
For rent: 1500 sq ft of Commercial space. Excellent location on 100th street in North Battleford. Completely remodeled & ready to go. Call 306-441-8784.
HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION SPECIALISTS are in huge demand. Employers want CanScribe graduates. A great work-from-home career! Train with Canada’s best-rated program. Enroll today. www.canscribe.com. 1.800.466.1535. info@canscribe .com.
Do you have a DISABILITY? Physical or mental. We can help you get up to $40,000 back from the Canadian Government. FOR DETAILS check out our website: disabilitygroupcanada.com or CALL us today Toll-Free 1-888-875-4787.
35th Annual Ducks Unlimited Canada
Saturday, February 20, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Alex Dillabough Centre on 29th street in Battleford! ADMISSION: $3.00 12 AND UNDER FREE An excellent opportunity to buy new and gently used children items such as furniture, strollers, bikes, books, toys, clothing and sporting equipment. Small Businesses...Stay-at-home moms and others will be there to showcase their awesome ideas and items
Community Events Calendar ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Please call our 24 hour helpline at 306-446-6166 for support or information.
Saturday - Saturday, February 6 - 13
Canadian Gymnastics Week across the country and we are going to be hosting some special events to raise awareness of the sport! Demo Team Show and Bake Sale at Frontier Mall Thursday, Feb.11 from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Free Drop in Gymnastics on Saturday, Feb.13 for specific age categories from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 11
Borden Senior’s Valentine’s Tea for Telemiracle, bake sale, 50/50, door prizes, by donation at 2:00 p.m. in Borden Senior’s Club Room.
Saturday, February 13
Valentine Dance at the Denholm Hall from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Music by Redneck DJ. Cash bar and midnight lunch. Free draws. Contact Larry at 306481-3509, Anna 306-445-4817 or Gaelyn 306- 441-5965. Everyone welcome.
Tuesdays, February 16 to March 22
Dinner&Auction Gold Ridge Centre, Gold Eagle Casino
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
For tickets call
306-441-6725
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have workat-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
or they can be purchased at the Ducks Unlimited Office 202-1301-101st Street
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Catering Services The Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts is an entertainment and conference venue that prides itself in providing a range of superior facilities and services to local, regional and provincial markets. Our client groups, ranging in size from 20 to 400 often require the provision of meals to compliment their event. The Dekker Centre is interested in speaking with established food service catering companies and restaurants that have the capacity and experience to provide “above average” catering services to our guests. Should you feel your company is qualified to provide such services please contact the General Manager, Mr. Moe McGuinty for more information about our requirements and how to apply. Please forward enquires by e-mail only to moe@dekkercentre.com
Lenten Lunch Series - answering basic question about life and faith at St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 1302 - 99th Street at 12:00 a.m. Soup and sandwich available. Everyone welcome.
Wednesday, February 17
Bingo at Borden Senior’s Room at 7:00 p.m.
Friday, February 19 - Friday, April 8
Grief Talk and Walk at the NationsWest Field House, North Battleford from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, we would like you to join a walking support group. Being active and having the opportunity to share your experience, your grief and your feelings can be beneficial to you and others. For more information call Denise 306-441-3338 or Gwen 306-445-8932 - St. Joseph Calasanctius Pastoral Care Servants of Hope.
Saturday, February 20
We are currently seeking the following positions:
Saturday March 5, 2016
Tickets: $40.00 each
Peter’s Bros. Paving, south Okanagan paving company seeking experienced paving personnel (min. 3 years) for their highway division throughout BC. Relocation allowance may be available. Competitive wage $20.00 to $30.00 per hour plus benefits, full time seasonal. Please send resume to petersbros@shaw.ca
is currently seeking a
COOK
Saturday February 20
Orolow Church Snowmobile Rally NE of Borden, 11:00 a.m. start. Call Peter at 306-997-5703 for information.
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Sunday, February 21
for the Board of Directors for the Turtleford Credit Union Ltd.
Wednesday, February 24
Borden Senior’s Potluck supper & birthdays at 5:45 p.m.
Tuesday, March 15
Deadline for nominations for 2016 into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame is March 15. For information contact Jane at 306-446-1983 or saskbaseballmuseum@sasktel.net. This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday's News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location. Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear. Deadline for submissions is 12:00 noon Friday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.
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February Freeze Tradeshow & Craft Sale at the WDM from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Free to attended, but please bring a food item for the local food bank. Enter to win one month of your heating bill, up to $150 value.
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Positions are available in Tot Lot, Campground, Parks, Fred Light Museum and Works Department. Some positions require a valid Driver’s License. Please send a detailed resumé with cover letter specifying your department of interest. If you are interested in more than one position, please indicate this on the cover letter as well. Full job descriptions may be obtained at the Rec Office (address below). All positions starting on or about May 1. Salary: set by Town Council. Please submit to: Jordan Schechtel, Superintendant of Parks and Recreation, Town of Battleford, Box 1240, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0, (or drop off to south side, Alex Dillabough Center, Battleford); fax: (306) 937-3103; email: parks@ battleford.ca. Note: please supply a valid email address for correspondence. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Cutter rally a day to enjoy the outdoors By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter
Saturday the Battlefords Harness Club Cutter Rally wound its way from the Agrivilla in North Battleford onto trails and backroads around the city. Club member Jim Schmidt, explains why they changed venues this year. “We had it at Battleford at the Fort last year. That became a seasonal place, so we had to find an alternate. They aren’t open during the winter, so we decided to come to this side, and the people at the Agricultural Society have been very helpful.” Plenty of family and friends of all ages waited inside the Agricultural Society complex until their horses and sleighs came to pick them up at around 1 p.m. They had the opportunity to roll dice before and after their ride. Those rolling the highest and lowest scores received prizes at the end of the day. There was also draws for different types of horse feed, as many of the participants either own or train horses. Schmidt also talked about how the rally was run. “You ride with the people in the sleigh, see the scenery in the country, it’s a day outside. At the end you can come inside for a roast beef supper and watch the draws.” Schmidt says the route headed east from the Agricultural Society grounds, marking the trails on some of
Life in the slow lane ... Photos by Dustin Saracini
the back roads before coming back to the Agrivilla. Schmidt explains that it’s just about a 10-mile loop around town. I had the chance to take the tour, and I thoroughly enjoyed what it had to offer. Viewing the beautiful landscape of Saskatchewan, it
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was a great experience. The entire trip took about two and a half hours and when you aren’t taking in your surroundings, there is plenty of opportunity to talk to the friendly people on your sleigh and watch the beautiful horses trudging along. Each sleigh had a differ-
ent structure. There was a wagon that could accommodate up to 10 people and one that was completely closed off and heated. The sleighs, and the horses, came in different shapes and sizes. Some participants even chose to be dragged along on a toboggan for their tour.
It was a warm day that had many smiling and ready for dinner as the tour ended. All together there were about 77 participants. The event was put on by the club to promote awareofOnce the harness club is able to cover the cost for their event they donate the
remaining funds to a charity of their choice. In the past years they have donated the Town of Battleford to support the trails in the river valley. They have also contributed to the Saskatchewan Children’s Hospital and Telemiracle.
Music can restore sense of self By Kelly Waters
Music Festival Committee
Just as certain scents and objects can trigger specific personal memories, we all have vivid music-specific memories that transport us to another time and place. I recently watched a documentary called Alive Inside; a story of music and memory. It outlines the journey of health care workers such as social worker Dan Cohen, who demonstrates “music’s ability to combat memory loss and restore a deep sense of self to those suffering from it.” Highlighted are several inspiring and emotional transformations of Alzheimer’s and dementia sufferers who were “revitalized through the simple experience of listening to music.” Filmmaker Michael Rossato-Bennett shares uplifting encounters with the
estival Fanfare April16-23, 2016 Battlefords Kiwanis Musical Festival human connection and the relationship between music and memory. The film won the audience award at the 2014 Sundance Festival. I was amazed that iPods and a set of headphones could be such a powerful healing tool. It reaffirmed for me that music and arts education is not merely enriching or good brain exercise but also magically intertwined with our hearts. At the recent local walk for the Alzheimer’s Society, it was evident by the number of people participat-
ing that many of us are affected by the sad mystery of memory loss. Encourage Battleford area children and youth 18 years old or under to submit art images to be considered for use in the 2016 Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival Program. The festival program cover contest deadline is March 1. Artwork should reflect musical themes. Entries may be mailed to P.O. Box 1301, North Battleford, S9A 3L8, or submitted to Kelly Waters at North Battleford Comprehensive High School, Jan Michael Bourgeois at John Paul II Collegiate, or Margaret Sigouin at EMBM. Selected pieces of artwork that are not chosen for the cover may also be featured within the pages of the program. Also look for festival venues to feature and display other entries. If you missed the Festival entry registration date deadline of Feb. 6, late en-
tries will be accepted until Feb. 13 with a $25 penalty fee. Our local area entry secretary, Melissa Hutchison, can be contacted by email at melissahutchison2003@ hotmail.com. If interested in volunteering at the Festival, anything you have to offer in way of your time or talent is welcome. If your time is not available but you or your business would like to support the festival monetarily, consider sponsoring an award to be presented at the final gala event, or sponsoring a session for a music discipline of your choice, or being recognized as a patron or friend of the Festival. With the registration deadline passing, look soon for information regarding this year’s adjudicators who are professional experts in the various music festival disciplines. The current schedule, pending final programming, for the 2016 Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival is: vocal April 16 to 18, band April 18 to 19; musical theatre April 19; speech arts April 20 to 21, strings April 22; and piano April 21 to 23. “Minds deteriorate, but souls dance. Science shows how the proper symphony can liberate lost memories.” — Source: Netflix film description
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Familiar family names continue in community By Alan Laughlin Correspondent
Since the groundhog did not see his shadow, we might be in for an early spring. Actually, except for a few days in January, we haven’t really had winter yet. We, like most places, got hit with the rain and freezing rain. We could have done without that. Calving has started so we need the weather to co-operate. With the mild winter, we should see an increase in
wildlife this summer. Burgers and bunnock are going again at the Rabbit Lake arena. This year it is on Thursday nights. It has been a while since I have written the news. Partly because we were away in Yuma, Ariz., for a month and partly because it seemed that not much was happening. If people want things put in the paper regularly please let me know and send me the details of events. Congratulations go to
abbit Lake News Russell and Brenda Aumack on the birth of a son, Keatley Wallace, and to Keelan Kowerchuk on the birth of Hunter Michael David. It is encouraging to see a new generation being born and family names being continued in the community.
NW scholars earn awards
Hockey. More than $528,000 was provided by the University of Alberta and Augustana Campus in recognition of excellence in academics, fine arts, athletics, and leadership.
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of Arts student, was awarded a total of $1500 for Academic Achievement, funded by An Augustana Faculty Transfer Student Award. Boyd Wakelin, of Battleford, a third year Bachelor of Management student, was awarded a total of $1,000 for hockey, funded by An Augustana Faculty Award in
Three hundred twenty UAlberta Augustana Campus students have been awarded scholarships and awards for the 2015-16 academic year. Among them are two Northwest scholars. Dariya Veenstra, of Maidstone, a third year Bachelor
The Rabbit Lake and District branch of the Lakeland Library hosted a Kaiser tournament at the Rabbit Lake Community Hall Jan. 22. Nine tables of players turned out with everyone getting a prize. This is a fundraiser to for library programming. Joan Dzialo was the winner of the treat of the month. The Rabbit Lake Housing Authority has hired Paul Day as the local housing unit maintenance man and Christine Regnier-Gaudet as the housing manager. Presently there are two single units available. There are several Rabbit Lake children involved in 4-H at Medstead. The club held its annual public speaking competition Feb 1. Maria, Marti Beth and Morgan McNabb, Liam Aumack and Jaeger Moore all presented speeches that were enter-
taining and informative. Marti Beth, Maria and Jaeger will proceed to the next level of competition. Congratulations. The Rabbit Lake Community Hall board hosted the annual pancake and sausage supper Feb. 9, Shrove Tuesday, with proceeds going to the hall. There will be a dine and dance at the Rabbit Lake Community Hall Feb. 13. This event is sponsored by the Rabbit Lake Hotel and will feature the Electric Cattle Company as entertainment and JK Kitchen as caterer. The Olde Mill Players will be performing Hot Bed Hotel at the Mayfair Community Hall Feb. 19, 20 and 21. This year they will be performing only one weekend. Apparently it is almost sold out at this time. This is
always a great meal and a hilarious evening. The Rabbit Lake and District Agricultural Association will be sponsoring the annual snowmobile rally and roast beef supper March 5. Tickets and 50-50 tickets are available at the Rabbit Lake Café and the Rabbit Lake Hotel. There is still snow and this is always a fun day. This is the time for annual general meetings. A big thanks goes to all those who volunteer their time and energy on the many boards and committees. If you have ideas and a commitment to the community, attend the AGMs and see where you can make a difference. The AGM for the library is March 15, the Senior Sunrise Circle was Feb 10 and the ag association and the community hall AGMs will be in mid-March.
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NW dancers perform with Ballet Jorgen By Sherri Solomko Correspondent
Three Unity dancers and one from North Battleford were chosen to take part in the live production of Canada’s Ballet Jorgen at TCU place in Saskatoon Jan. 31. Two Unity students study at Revolution Dance in Unity, Madison Gilbert and Emma Strus, while Presli O’Donnell dances with Dance Connection of North Battleford. Presli’s her duet partner, Nicholas Turuk, was also recommended from Dance Connection. Dance teachers were asked to recommend dancers from their school. The Monday prior to show time, ballet instructors were given notice that local dancers were needed for Sunday evening’s performance. Revolution Dance instructor Lynsey Strus said, “Ballet teachers had to choose quickly based on experience, availability and ability to pick up on choreography in a short span of time, as we had one rehearsal where students were cast
in their roles by the company and then needed to learn the choreography.” The next day dancers had costume fittings, rehearsals and performed. As both Madison and Emma had recently performed with the Moscow Ballet in the Nutcracker, Strus knew they would be up for the challenge. Crystal Gilbert, Madison’s mom says, “Madison absolutely loved being able to watch the dancers up close and personal. They were a very interactive group of exceptionally well-trained dancers. We attended master class where we were able to watch them dance and that was an extraordinary opportunity to see grace, discipline and refinement. The dancers in the company were very good with the kids on stage. It was a good experience from start to the final curtain call.” Presli and Nicholas were recommended from Dance Connection. After a successful casting audition Saturday, they were assigned two of the four roles as “the
Four dancers who study at dance studios in Unity and North Battleford performed with Canada’s Ballet Jorgen at TCU place in Saskatoon Jan. 31. Presli O’Donnell and duet partner Nicholas Turuk (above) were part of the evil hedge in the company’s performance of Sleeping Beauty. Above right, Madison Gilbert and Emma Strus also had roles in the production. Photos submitted by Sherri Solomko
evil hedge.” As part of the hedge, they danced alongside five Ballet Jorgen dancers who were also part of the evil hedge. Presli’s mom, Cindy, says, “Presli was thrilled that her dance part had more
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Cindy also added that the Ballet Jorgen dancers were very down to Earth and personable. All of the dancers concluded their experience was amazing and will be something they never forget.
Ballet Jorgen is a wellknown professional company out of Toronto who are touring Western Canada. They were seeking 12-15 local students to participate in their performance of Sleeping Beauty at TCU Place.
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Local players in Tankard, junior teams seeing action By Sherri Solomko Correspondent
If you don’t know what Feb. 14 represents by now, you better do some quick learning. You can scoff at it as hokey or you can get on board. Nonetheless, don’t forget it doesn’t have to be a grandiose gesture to tell someone special they are thought of this Valentine’s Day. The continued February birthday blitz in our families is on as we’ve celebrated two already and I will enjoy all the perks of a Valentine’s birthday as my family seems to never forget mine. Happy birthday to my husband on Feb. 17. The cake escapade continues. Sadness was felt within the community as residents send their condolences to the Bonogofski family on the loss of Charles as well as to the Surine family on the loss of their twins this past six weeks. Please keep these families in your prayers. Curling news has plenty of action both on local and away ice. Junior teams had competed in bonspiels in Provost Jan. 16 where team Spendelow finished with a record of 2-1 and came home with some cash and prizes. At the Lloydminster bonspiel team Bakken had a successful run right into Sunday’s semifinal and, although they couldn’t quite score the steal in the final end, also came home with some cash and prizes. Boys’ and a girls’ junior teams competed at the Tim Horton’s junior spiel in North Battleford Feb. 5 weekend. These lead-up bonspiels are giving the kids much experience and extra game practice for upcoming school district events to be held in Unity Feb. 23 and 24. The men’s bonspiel is already underway this week, starting games Feb. 9 and running into the weekend.
nity News The club is also taking entries for the upcoming Oilman’s Bonspiel taking place the first weekend in March as well as the ladies’ annual spiel in mid-March. Call the club at 306-228-2212 if you need any details or want to register a team. Curling fans were excited to watch some local players in the SaskTel Tankard provincial event that took place in Kindersley. Josh Heidt and their adopted UCC mentors, the Steve Laycock team, played into the weekend. UCC has one local player already qualified for senior provincials and are looking towards two men’s teams to also qualify for this event coming up in mid-February at the Twin Rivers Curling Club in North Battleford. All three schools in Unity are heading into February break that begins with the Family Day holiday Monday. At St. Peter’s , the choir will be singing for Sunday mass March 6. There is also a brunch and bingo on this Sunday. Choir, choral speakers and band students are busy getting ready for the annual Unity Music Festival. Some of the grades as well as the choir and band will be participating. The festival will take place the week of April 11-15. Unity Public School has welcomed a couple of teachers back from maternity leaves. Staff and students will also be ramping up practices for the upcoming music festival. UPS will recognize the official Red Cross Pink Day April 24, raising awareness for bullying prevention. As well division two students will head to Table Mountain for ski day Feb. 26.
Junior curlers who curl with both the Unity Curling Club and the high school program competed at the Tim Hortons U15 division bonspiel held at the Twin Rivers Curling Club Feb. 6. Photo by Sherri Solomko
For those of you wondering why schools save those Campbell’s labels, here is a great story from UPS. The school sent out a huge thanks to UPS families and supporters of the Campbell’s labels program as they accumulated a sufficient number of product labels to redeem for two smaller parachutes for gym activities, a body ball game and two new digital cameras for the yearbook folks. A huge bouquet was sent to Mrs. Rusk for all of her volunteer time in sorting, flattening and counting the labels. Drop-off bins are at both food stores in Unity as well as at the school so continue to deliver flat Campbell’s labels for, as you can see, the school can reap great benefits from this program. St. Peter’s School also has collection bins at both food stores as well as at their school for Campbell’s labels so donors have a choice of which school they would like to benefit. Unity Composite High School jumps into basketball season with seniors wrapping up with district and conference playdowns after the break. Drama students will continue to fine tune their spring and regional
drama festival production. The positive school climate committee is feverishly ramping up excitement for their “Day of Activation” set to take place in April. There is no rest for hockey teams at the area. Teams are into playoffs for both league titles and provincial quests. With multiple teams in some divisions, this makes for a busy schedule at the hockey arena. The Miners were down to their last life in league playoffs facing off against a tough Biggar Nationals team. They unfortunately lost the best-of-three Sask. West Hockey League series in two straight games, putting an end to their season. With a young team of local players, including a number of rookies this year, hopes are high for next year. The Wilkie Outlaws, using the Unity arena, are still in the hunt as the top targeted team for their SWHL playoffs and soon-tobe-played provincial playoff games Unity has been selected as one of the host sites for the Girls’ Prairie League Softball tournaments the last weekend in May, bringing 30 teams of peewee, bantam and midget girls’ teams to
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Valerie and Rick Taylor were guests of honour at a 50th wedding anniversary celebration at Mayfair Hall. Photo by Elaine Woloshyn
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How many of you have been enjoying this gorgeous weather we have been experiencing? Feb. 6, four places in the province including Regina broke a record when the temperature rose to 9 C. Most of the province had raging winds gusting up to 90 km/h. How many shingles did rooftops lose? The needles on our spruce trees were scattered a distance from the trees, lying on top of the snow and vehicles. It did get calmer early Sunday morning and I noticed beautiful fluffy pink clouds floating in the northern sky and even in the afternoon. Well, at least the sun did shine on those two days, but previously throughout last week, it felt like dreary, sunless November. Workers are needed for the following bingos at Gamex Bingo in North Battleford – Feb. 16, March 5 and March 17. If you can volunteer, please contact Alice at 306-246-4212. Robert, Brett, Carmen and Christine, children of Valerie and Rick Taylor, hosted a lovely 50th anniversary come and go tea this past Saturday at Mayfair Hall. Robert, a massage therapist, lives near Moncton, N.B., and doesn’t travel back to Saskatchewan often. Brett lives on a farm near Leask. Carmen, a real estate salesperson, resides in Calgary, Alta. and Christine, a caregiver, lives in Radway, Alta. Another daughter, Tracey, passed away 12 years ago, but her husband and family from Craik also participated in this family
ayfair News occasion. All of Rick and Val’s children have offspring who do not see each other often because of geographical distances. They have 13 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. The CWL was in charge of the delicious lunch, feeding approximately 75 people. The Taylors thanked everyone for attending and were very appreciative of everything. In the evening, a church mass was held in their honour, which made their day a very special one. My Yuma, Ariz. relatives, who enjoy warmer weather during the winter months, report that this has been long-sleeved top and pants weather. Daytime temperatures hover around 15 C, thus even making golfing not as enticing. Hopefully by the time I get there, it will have warmed up considerably. The snowbird population has dwindled slightly due to the low Canadian dollar. The ladies appear to be getting a lot accomplished at craft day, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays. Pack up your craft and come enjoy the company of others in the library sitting room once a week. Julie (nee Salisbury) and Jack Scott and family plan to move into their large, newly-built home on the farm at Mullingar. They outgrew their previous home and the children will look forward
to running and playing in the new environment. Mayfair Library now has Hoopla, which allows patrons to borrow free digital movies, ebooks and music 24/7 with their library cards. Visit Teresa Toews at the library for more information. Mayfair Housing Authority is advertising two one-bedroom units and a one two-bedroom unit for rent. They are bright, cheery, clean and affordable accommodations for anyone needing a place to live. For more information, call Judy Kennedy at 306-246-4323. Condolences to the Ed Chudy family on his recent passing. His aunt, Kacey Chudy, lives in Rabbit Lake Rose Gill Lodge. Ruby Rafuse’s son Shane from near Edmonton helped her move items to her new place in Parkview Manor, North Battleford, and also took many useful things on his flat deck trailer back home. Ruby has also packed her half-ton truck many times to relocate her belongings. Willie and Marguerite Wintonyk will also be moving to Caleb Manor in North Battleford this spring. She will be there to celebrate her
80th birthday this May and her nine children are planning a celebration in her honour. Kevin, Lauren and Holden Liebaert are in the process of moving back to Mayfair, as Trican has cut back on their employees due to the falling oil prices. They still own a house trailer in Mayfair, so have a place to live. Brandon, Man. has been their place of residence for the last few years. This is the year of the zodiac sign monkey, and the Chinese have celebrated their Lunar New Year Feb. 8. The past few weeks, grocery stores advertised specials for Chinese cultural food and all the trimmings. Mark your calendar for Feb. 13, as there is going to be a Valentine dine and dance in Rabbit Lake. Electric Cattle Company, a wellknown band, is to be the highlight of the evening. For more information, call Joan at the Rabbit Lake Hotel. Most local schools still let the younger grades have a Valentine party in which the students are encouraged to give Valentines to all of the others in the classroom. Hopefully this tradition will stay for a long time. Happy Valentine’s Day.
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More children riding the Baljennie bus By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent
Stanley and Walter Mills from Battleford attended the family and friend gathering at the Army and Navy Legion Hall in Saskatoon for Sandra Scifftoni’s memorial service Jan. 30. Sandra Bailey was formerly from Baljennie and attended school there. She will be missed by her family and friends. Many of them were at the celebration. Get well wishes go out to Elmer Dove of Lizard Lake area on his recent stay in the hospital after a snowmobile mishap. Baljennie has almost been a ghost town for some years, yet there were livable homes still there. Warren and Cecilia Parkinson and family have been living in the town site for a few years now. This winter the population has risen a little with some new families moving in and some moving out. Some farms sold and new owners came in. There have been more children on the school bus. It is nice to see a few new families who can keep Baljennie on the map for a while yet. A good many of the older families have moved out over the past 10 years.
aljennie Did the groundhog see his shadow or not? In this area we started out with a cloudy sky but by noon it changed to a clear sky. Whether he did or not does not make much difference for this area, as there will likely still be six or so weeks of winter weather. Some roads and streets have been icy after the melt we had in late January. The road patrol grader has been out to help remove the icy sections. One semi truck driver did not have too good of luck on what we call Lloyd’s hill, where Dwayne and Cheryl Bater now live. The semi truck spun out on the ice and jack knifed on the hill at the steepest area and dumped the trailer over the bank to close the road off on the hill for the day. A temporary road through the hay field was made, but wasn’t good for some vehicles to travel on. The school bus did not operate due to the road conditions. Tow trucks had to be brought out of North Bat-
tleford to help get the semi truck and the trailer back on the road and it took all day to get the road cleared. Lloyd’s hill is getting to be a popular place for road travellers to experience mishaps. There have been many over the years. Parts of an accident that happened in May 2015 still remain at the locations, at the edge of the field and partly in the ditch. Why has the owner not come back to finish cleaning up his mishap? There the machine sits on the edge of a farmer’s field. January was a pretty good month weather-wise, but there were a few days that kicked in some cold January temperatures that we used to get. Then it did get milder to melt some snow and leave slush and icy areas on the streets. The main highways have stayed in good condition. There has been very little snow in our area, yet other areas have lots while others in the southern part have no snow at all. The ski hills have been able to build up a good snow base on their runways, but it has been very spotty for the snowmobile riders. They will now be waiting for what snow we have to melt, then they will be out with their four-wheel quads.
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School holds program for Scholastic Book Fair By Lorraine Olinyk Borden School held their Scholastic Book Fair Feb. 2 in the school gym. Librarian Linda Yuskiw welcomed everyone and thanked everyone for attending, stating that last fall they sold more than $2,000 worth of books thus getting many books for the library. She added the company sent a lot more books than usual for this sale. For the program the kindergarten and Grade 1 class sang an action song, Down by the Bay. Grades 5 and 6 took turns reciting from book spine poetry. Grades 2-4 sang a song about overdue books, titled Give Me a Break, to the tune of Home on the Range. Mrs. Yuskiw introduced her library crew who help out in the library and would help anyone that day. Parents and guests could then browse through the many books, posters, school supplies and more. Borden Library and Riverbend Fellowship Church sponsored a family fun movie matinee Feb. 7 in the Borden Seniors’ Room. Librarian Rhonda Funk welcomed everyone and explained the draws, then introduced the movie. The board had bought many Minion-related prizes so every child present received a prize. The board sold popcorn and beverages, with admission free to watch the movie. Door prizes were won by Cailey Larner and Alexis Derbowka. The library holds a dessert of the month draw. A year’s worth of tickets is $10 or $1 a month. Winning for February was Tasha Larner. Borden parks and recreation board held a bowling tournament at Borden Action Bowl Feb. 6 with 10 teams of four bowlers each. Cash prizes were won by: first, Team Tammy –
orden Radisson Dana Derbowka; second, Team Ballers – Jen Currie; third, Team P.S. – Christine Schmidt; and fourth, Gutter Gang – Shaun Barth. The men’s high score of 210 was bowled by Chris Hamel, while the women’s high score of 193 was thrown by Anita Prescesky. The team high of 631 points belonged to Dana Derbowka’s Team Tammy. Turkey cash prizes went to Chris Hamel, Chris Anderson and Marsha Bzdel. The 50/50 draw was won by Chris Hamel. It was a long day for many as one lane of the bowling alley broke down so all the games were played on one lane. The parks and recreation board sold pizza and vegetable plates with dip, offered free coffee or juice and ran a bar. Participants could play cards or table tennis in the main hall while waiting to play. The Great Grannies team of Florence, Bev, Laura and Lorraine entered the tournament but we didn’t do so well against all these younger hotshot players, but it was a fun day and a fundraiser for the parks and recreation board. Radisson Royal Purple met Feb. 1 at the home of Roberta Harris, with all members present. A donation of $50 was given to Telemiracle, one book of raffle tickets was sold and returned to the Saskatchewan Royal Purple, the lodge raffle was won by Audrey Baker and $50 was sent out last month to the Hafford Music Festival. The sunshine committee sent out 11 cards in the last month. As 2016 is the 40th anniversary of Radisson Royal
Kindergarten and Grade 1 singing at the Borden School Book Fair Feb. 2.
Grades 2, 3 and 4 singing Give Me a Break at the Book Fair.
The Borden School Llibrary crew with librarian Linda Yuskiw. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk
Purple, the lodge will plan something to celebrate the occasion. Four of the members – Kay Shipowich, Linda Yuskiw, Roberta Harris and Lorraine Olinyk – have belonged since 1976. The ladies plan to sell charity appeal tickets for the Saskatchewan Elks with the early bird draw in May and the main draw for a vehicle or cash in June. The next meeting is March 7 at the home of Tina Hessell at 7:30 p.m. and anyone is welcome to drop in for a meeting. We would also welcome any new members to bolster up our lodge. My grandson Duncan
their league and travel to Abbotsford, Vancouver and the island to play and these teams come back to COTR to play. There is only one weekend of play left, Feb. 12 and 13, then they are off to Abbotsford to Colum-
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Talk pure and simple, we will be in like Flynn Ed, my old neighbour from Saskatchewan, was not interested when I told him about an article by Richard Lederer about words and phrases that are no longer commonly used today. My old neighbour dismissed old words and expressions, except for a couple he has used. He claimed that he never used phrases like “Jumping Jehoshaphat! Heavens to Betsy! Heavens to Murgatroyd!” My old neighbor assured me he never called anyone a knucklehead, never said someone was driving an old jalopy, never accused anyone of having cooties or said
someone looked like the wreck of the Hesperus. When Ed told me he had been innocent of all these old expressions, all I could say was, “Well, I’ll be a monkey’s uncle!” Time never stands still, and there is a fine kettle of fish full of what folks used to say once upon a time, but not anymore. The kettle has a large selection of leftover words and expressions, bigger than a bread box, all lost and without hope of making a comeback into current speech. Ed said it was good the expressions of the past are now dead and gone and that they should stay that way. He said they have
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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca been hung out to dry and that I should give the talk of words of the past, a rest. Fiddlesticks, if only it were that simple. Words and expressions are at the heart of how we communicate. Words can be powerful giving both joy and sorrow. Old words and expres-
sions do pass away and disappear over time but kind, forgiving, encouraging and loving words are welcome by most of us anytime. The Bible reminds us a gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. It also contends an anxious heart weighs a man
down, but a kind word cheers him up. One of the reasons Christians turn to God’s word is that our words become hollow next to His words. His thoughts, ways and words are beyond our own. God’s words come full of life and truth for whom God sends them to reach. Isaiah speaks of God’s word this way, “As the rain and snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the Earth and making it bud and flourish. So that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater, so is my word that goes out from my mouth. It will not return to me empty, but will ac-
complish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.” The Bible leads us to the words of the life and salvation given by God through faith in Jesus Christ. Jesus is the way, the truth and the life that leads to God the Father. God sent Jesus his son into the world to save it. Whoever believes in him shall not perish, but has eternal life now and in eternity. If you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Pure and simple – trust in Jesus the Son to be in solid with God the Father and the Holy Spirit.
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Hope Mennonite Fellowship
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Notre Dame (RC) Parish
SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service
Corner of 104th Street & 12th Avenue Rev. Father Cuong Luong MASSES: Saturdays - 7:00 p.m. Sundays - 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
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Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Spanish Ministry)
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902 - 108th Street, North Battleford
On the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month: 9:30 a.m. On the 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays of each month: 12:30 p.m. Contact: Fr. Ivan Nahachewsky - 306-961-1390
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Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School
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St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m.
Battleford United Church
Pastor Patrick Carty
SUNDAY MASS 9:00 a.m.
Phone 306-937-7340
Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pastor James Kwon
Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, North Battleford
Phone 306-445-9096
Saturday Services Bible Study - 10:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.
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MAIDSTONE — Cards were played at the Maidstone Drop In Centre Jan. 25 with high score going to Lois Myer and low to Cheryl MacAskill. Lunch was provided by Dorothy Schwartz. The annual chili-on-a bun luncheon was held Jan. 27 with 19 seniors enjoying a delicious meal. Following lunch bingo was played with Bev Stewart doing the calling. Lunch was looked after by Cheryl MacAskill. Cards were played Feb. 1 with high going to Dorothy Kissick and low to Dorothy Schwartz. Lunch was provided by Jean Stewart and served by Bev Stewart.
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A big thank you goes out to the town workers for keeping our parking lot free of snow and sanding the parking lot after the recent freezing rain, which left it like a skating rink. Don’t forget the JanuaryFebruary potluck birthday luncheon Feb. 17 at noon. Bingo was held Feb. 3 with Shannon Smith and Bev Stewart doing the calling. Sharon Ruud won the loonie pot. Lunch was provided by Dorothy Schwartz. The monthly meeting
was held Feb. 5 with vicepresident Shannon Smith charing the meeting. President Cheryl MacAskill has had to step down due to health reasons. Social director Doreen Hope attended the meeting and brought us up to date on the Saskatchewan Seniors Fitness Association, who asked to use our centre for their annual meeting and fun day in April. She also informed us the Saskatchewan Provincial Senior Games will be held in the Battlefords this summer. Actual dates for these events are to follow. Following the meeting, lunch was provided by Dorothy Schwartz assisted by Cheryl MacAskill. Next meeting will be March 4.
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Malcolm and Sandra Smith of Battleford are the February winners in the Western Development Museum’s Great Escapes Vacation Raffle. The Smiths have won their choice of a trip for four on a steam or diesel-powered rail excursion departing from Stettler, Alta. or another trip of their choice valued at $800 or a cash prize of $640. The railway excursion includes a buffet meal, entertainment, sightseeing and maybe a train robbery. There are still 10 more vacation packages up for grabs in the Great Escapes Vacation Raffle. Call 306445-8033 or purchase online. Photo submitted
Several snowmen were constructed on the playground by the younger students. They spent many recesses rolling snow into the perfect sized balls to make the body and head. They searched for the right sticks to make the arms and face. Now those snowmen have melted and all that remains on the ground are a few sticks. The warm weather took care of all their hard work. The junior boys’ basketball team played exhibition games against Hafford and Poundmaker. They played well and were victorious in both matches. On the weekend they attended the conference playoffs in Unity. Several students and staff members attended the Saskatchewan Rush Lacrosse game against Calgary at the SaskTel Centre on Friday evening. It was an action-packed game and moved quickly. The home team won and it was a great opportunity to see our national sport played live in Saskatoon. February is Aboriginal Storytelling month. The Grade 4 and 5 class was invited to the Maymont Library to hear a story told by librarian Linda Casey. Following the story, which featured puppets, the students returned to the school with a mask craft. The Grades 2 and 3 class will be going to
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the library for a story at a later date. The school staff was treated to lunch Thursday provided by Living Sky School Division. This was in recognition of Staff Appreciation Week. It was a nice treat and greatly appreciated. The School Community Council provided a taco in a bag lunch to all staff and students Friday during the school’s Winter Olympics. Staff did not have to make
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