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Story behind troubles at The Lighthouse finally revealed
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Details of the turmoil at the very top of The Lighthouse Supported Living Inc. of Saskatoon, former operator of the homeless shelter in North Battleford. can finally be reported. A publication ban has been lifted by the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal regarding a court order made by Queen’s Bench Justice David Gerecke on Dec. 6, 2021, in which the court removed Don Windels from his roles as executive director and as board member at The Lighthouse and Blue Mountain Adventure Park Inc. over questionable loan transactions. According to the court order, Windels is also barred from holding any office at either organization until Dec. 1, 2023. In January, Windels had taken leave of his role of executive director of the Lighthouse and was replaced by board members Jerome Hepfner and Twila Reddekopp. It can be reported the removal and
replacement of Windels had been prompted by an application to Queen’s Bench court by Hepfner, Reddekopp and a third director, Ian Hamilton, former mayor of North Battleford. They sought to permanently remove Windels from the board over two transactions while he was executive director. One was over an alleged $60,000 “loan” in 2017 received by the executive director himself, for the purchase of a residence for his daughter. The court eventually determined in its Dec. 2021 ruling that the house was actually purchased by the Lighthouse for $60,000, with Windels maintaining personal and exclusive use of the residence rent-free between 2017 and 2020 before buying the property in 2020. The other was a $30,000 loan during Windels’ tenure as executive, which was made to a member of The Lighthouse board, Pierre Trudel, for his business, Mech-El Services Inc., which was seeking to develop a patent. Trudel
was president of The Lighthouse board from 2007 to 2016. In his Dec. 6, 2021 ruling, Justice Gerecke stated the following: “Don Windels must be removed from his offices with the Lighthouse and Blue Mountain. That is necessary for the organization to begin to rebuild trust with the public and stakeholders. This may be offensive or distressing to some. I do not doubt that over the years the majority of his efforts have been to advance The Lighthouse’s mission of providing assistance and housing to the vulnerable. Nonetheless, for The Lighthouse to recover from the major blows it will suffer in the eyes of the public and key stakeholders, I consider it necessary for him to be removed from his existing rules and barred from holding the role for at least two years.” Justice Gerecke also stated amendments to The Lighthouse bylaws were needed. He called for elimination of the dual role of the executive director being a member Continued on Page 8
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Fiddler banned from using internet for life By Lisa Joy
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A 32-year-old Saskatchewan man has been banned from the internet for life and sentenced to 42 months in prison. Kyle Mansil Fiddler must also be on the sex offender registry for life, provide his DNA to the
National DNA Data Bank, and have no contact with youth under the age of 16. Fiddler was sentenced in Estevan Provincial Court June 15 and was given 15 months and nine days credit for time served in pretrial custody. Fiddler was arrested in October 2020 after the Saskatchewan Internet Child
Exploitation Unit (ICE) obtained a search warrant for his Estevan home. They say they found child porn and seized a cell phone and computer for further forensic analysis. Police say in August they received numerous complaints that someone was distributing child porn on social media. The inves-
tigation traced the alleged crimes to Fiddler’s residence in Estevan. Fiddler was previously released on bail in November 2020 but rearrested and charged with assaulting a peace officer. According to court records, the 2020 failing to comply with an order of prohibition charge stems from a
2011-12 Toronto Police file where Fiddler was banned from using a computer to communicate with youth under the age of 16. He was accused of sexually assaulting a four-year-old girl in her home between January and November of 2011. After being charged in Ontario in 2011, Fiddler fled back to Saskatchewan.
In November 2011, Toronto Police released Fiddler’s photo to the public and issued an appeal for information on his whereabouts. Fiddler turned himself into Battlefords RCMP in December 2011. In April 2012 Fiddler pleaded guilty to three counts of sexual interference and sentenced to 45 days in jail.
RCMP Weekly Report - 27 missing persons reports Submitted by Battlefords RCMP Battlefords RCMP responded to 506 calls for service Wednesday, June 15, through Tuesday, June 21. 27 missing persons reported Two investigations are active. • Shayden Swiftwolfe remains missing. • Niyanan Badger remains missing. 29 assault investigations • Report on June 16 at 2:30 p.m. of a male who had broken into the residence of a woman on Winder Crescent in North Battleford and assaulted her. The victim reported being punched in the stomach. The suspect is known to the victim. The victim did not require medical attention. On June 21, shortly
after 7 p.m. the same suspect was reported to have attempted to steal the same victim’s phone during an altercation, also on Winder Crescent. The suspect was located and arrested. A 30-year-old man was charged with several offences, including assault, robbery, break and enter and obstruction. • 911 call of a physical altercation between two women on the 900-block 102nd Street in North Battleford shortly before 10 a.m. on June 18. The victim did not sustain any serious injuries during the incident. The two parties were known to each other. A 36-year-old woman was arrested and charged with assault and failing to comply with a release order. • 911 call of an assault
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fering from a hand injury sustained after he was assaulted with a machete by individuals he was giving a ride to. The suspects then stole the victim’s vehicle which was recovered later that evening. Two suspects have since been identified. The incident remains under investigation. 21 break and enter investigations • Attempted break and enter to a business on Railway Avenue East in North Battleford at 3 a.m. on June 16. Two suspects were reported to have attempted to gain entry into a fenced compound. Nothing was taken. Break and enter to a business on Railway Avenue East in North Battleford in the early morning of June 19. Two barbecues and a spa reported stolen. • Break and enter to a business on Railway Avenue East in North Battleford shortly after 3 a.m. on June 20. Suspect was reported to have stolen a kayak. A 24-year-old male was later arrested and the property recovered. • Break and enter to a business on the 800-block 104th Street in North Battleford over the weekend. Two vehicles were reported stolen, a Grey 2001 BMW with no plate and a Grey 2018 Chevrolet Cruze with Saskatchewan licence 682HUT. • Break and enter to a garage on the 1200-block 106th Street in North Battleford early hours of June 21. A suitcase welter was among items stolen. • Break and enter to a garage on the 1300-block 96th Street in North Battleford during the day on June 21. • Break and enter reported to a business on the 900-block 101st Street in
North Battleford at 9:30 a.m. on June 16. A 39-yearold male was arrested on scene and charged with one count of break and enter. • Report of suspicious persons trying to break into a shed in a yard on the 700-block 100th Street in North Battleford at 7 a.m. on June 17. Two suspects were located and arrested by members at the scene. A 29-year-old woman was charged with break and enter. A 37-year-old man was charged with break and enter, mischief, obstruction, fail to comply with an undertaking, possession of stolen property and uttering threats. • Break and enter to a garage on the 1300 block of 95th Street in North Battleford between June 17 and 18. Suitcase with clothing among items reported stolen. • Garage break-in on the 1300-block 99th Street reported on afternoon of June 20. A vehicle was gone through and an electric bike reported stolen. Seven vehicle thefts • Black 2016 Nissan Versa with Saskatchewan plate 820MLJ reported stolen from the Saulteaux First Nation at noon June 20. • 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee with Saskatchewan licence 641KNP reported stolen from Abbott Avenue in North Battleford some time between June 19 and 20. • Blue 2018 Toyota Highlander with Saskatchewan licence 557LDZ stolen from the 2100 block of 102nd Crescent in North Battleford early hours of June 21. 19 Mental Health Act investigations Nine traffic collisions Two individuals charged with impaired driving
• A 33-year-old man is facing charges of impaired driving after the vehicle he was operating struck the median on Highway 4 in Battleford at 3 p.m. on June 18. He was arrested after walking away from the scene but was identified by witnesses. A 21-year-old woman is facing charges of impaired driving and driving while prohibited after being observed by an member loudly yelling an order at a drive-through menu on Railway Avenue East in North Battleford shortly before 7 a.m. on June 18. She was found to have a blood alcohol level almost twice the legal level. 12 various traffic charges • Police were called to a residence on the Sweetgrass First Nation at 8:45 p.m. on June 16 to a report of a male armed with a firearm who had discharged the weapon inside the home. He was also reported to have pointed the firearm at an occupant and refused to allow them to leave the residence. The male was arrested after several hours with assistance from the RCMP Emergency Response Team and taken into custody. Braydn Fineday, 31, was remanded into custody on charges that include discharging a firearm while being reckless, careless use of a firearm, forcible confinement, uttering threats and pointing a firearm. The investigation is ongoing. No one was injured during the incident. Anyone with information on any incident is urged to call the Battlefords RCMP at 306446-1720 or Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477).
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Impaired driving is the leading factor in auto crash fatalities in Saskatchewan, according to SGI, but in many of those deaths, it’s not the only factor. In a press release, SGI reveals more than onethird of impaired driving deaths also involve someone not wearing their seatbelt. Over the last five years*, a total of 172 people have been killed in impaired driving collisions on Saskatchewan roads. In 60 of those cases, people
were also not properly restrained in their vehicles.** “Driving impaired is dangerous, and not wearing a seatbelt is reckless; unfortunately, where you find one, you often find the other,” said Kwei Quaye, SGI Vice-President of Traffic Safety. “The combination significantly compounds the risk of a bad outcome, because driving impaired greatly increases the chance you’ll be in a crash and being unbelted increases the chance the
crash will kill you.” “Driving while under the influence can lead to a litany of bad decisions – including not buckling up.” said S/Sgt. Chad McLeod of Combined Traffic Services Saskatchewan/Saskatchewan RCMP. “When you’re impaired, you’re not making sound decisions and have no business being behind the wheel of a vehicle. Our plea to the public is this: please don’t become a statistic.”
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Results? City holds special disaster assistance meeting By John Cairns SASKTODAY.ca
At press time, the results of a special council meeting called for Wednesday in North Battleford to discuss the city applying for assistance under the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP). The special meeting was set up following the rainstorm on June 13, which dumped upwards of 100 ml of rain on North Battleford. According to the city, they experienced a one-in-100-year rainstorm over a six-hour span, causing localized
flooding throughout the community. The PDAP program provides assistance for uninsurable losses of essential goods to help people get back to pre-disaster conditions.The city will provide an update to residents on www.cityofnb.ca. For residents impacted, City Hall advises them contact their insurance provider for coverage and keep detailed records of damage, work completed, receipts and photos. The cithy points out PDAP is not a substitute for private insurance, and does not provide full compensation for losses.
Cost of local improvements a concern in Battleford By John Cairns SASKTODAY.ca
The issue of high costs of local improvements and the burden on residents spilled over to Battleford town council on Monday. Council members heard a delegation, including residents Colleen Blais and Jim Ramsay, expressing concerns about a local improvement project on 3rd Avenue between 35th and 36th Street West. The delegation represented five households on the street. The project called for street repaving and gutter work, but alarm bells went off with residents regarding the costs. Under the local improvement program, the town is responsible for covering 60 per cent but residents would be responsible for 40 per cent, repayable over seven years. In this case, the delegation explained they were shocked to find out their cost worked out to $23,600 per household, for their portion of the cost. However, it was explained to them the residents on the street had petitioned against the project going ahead. So there will be no work done on that street and no bill for $23,600. A wide-ranging discussion then emerged on the whole issue, including on whether the local improvement method is the way to go to pay for these types of repairs. It had been acknowledged the
street did need repair, with lots of problems with water coming down the street. But the cost was out of reach of most residents, Blais said. The residents were concerned what would happen in the future when their street would become a “gravel abyss of potholes,” in Blais’ words, and what their costs would look like at that point. “Are we looking at a $30,000 plus bill in five years for this improvement?” asked Blais. Leslie responded the rate and the seven-year repayment time is actually set by the province, not the town. This isn’t the only local improvement project that faced issues in proceeding due to opposition from residents. Later at the meeting, it was noted four projects in total were petitioned out by local residents, and are not going ahead. In their place, administration recommended adding the following as alternate capital projects: 1st Avenue West, from 19th Street to 21st Street for approximately $224,000; Central Avenue, from 19th Street to 20th Street for approx. $169,000; 3rd Avenue, from 29th Street to 31st Street West for roughly $264,000; and 3rd Avenue from 34th Street to 35th Street West for approximately $90,500. That was carried by council. “Let’s get some work done, because we’re running out of summer,” was Leslie’s comment.
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Meadow Lake bull rider Cody Coverchuk has been on something of a run of late in terms of advancing his career. Entering the final day of the 2021 PBR Canada finals at Rogers Place Coverchuk was number two in the nation, 55.66 points behind then number one Dakota Buttar, also a Saskatchewan rider, out of Kindersley. When Buttar was unable to finish because of an injury, the door opened for Coverchuk. In the final round Coverchuk was matched against 2019 PBR Canada Finals Bull of the Year Finning Lil Shorty, and the battle went to Coverchuk as he made the eight-second buzzer for an 89.5 point ride to surge to number three on the event leaderboard, clinching the 2021 PBR Canada Championship earning a career-best $67,343.75 payday and finishing the season 23.34 points ahead of runner-up Buttar. Then, earlier this year, Coverchuk was one five riders for Team Canada at the PBR Global Cup, a selection he said he was “really honoured by” calling it “pretty exciting.” Now the two-time Canadian champion has signed as a free agent with the Texas Rattlers. The Rattlers, based out of Dallas-Fort Worth, are set to compete in the inaugural PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Team Series. “I was surprised after I didn’t get drafted,” Coverchuk told Yorkton This Week Monday. Teams in the new series each drafted a core of five riders, and when Coverchuk was not picked, he looked north. “I was kind of focusing on Canada,” he said, adding he had “entered a bunch of rodeos in Canada.” Then the Rattlers called, and he signed with them as a free agent. While Coverchuk will still ride in a PBR Canada event in Regina, Wednesday (June
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22), and ride at the Calgary Stampede, his focus will also be on the Rattlers which he noted will have him competing “right up to November” when the team series finals are slated for Las Vegas. Coverchuk said he wasn’t entirely sure what to expect from the team concept. “It’s always just been rider and bull, a very individual sport,” he said. But, the team concept grew on Coverchuk quickly. “After going to Bismarck [N.D.] and competing with the team I really like it,” he said. The Bismarck event was held June 17, as a pre-season warm-up. Among the eight teams competing, two featured Canadian riders. Blake Smith (Abbey, Sask.) and Griffin Smeltzer (Claresholm, Alta) rode for the Austin Gamblers and Coverchuk competed for the Rattlers. Coverchuk was bucked off by Oilfield Outlaw’s Yellow Feather. While the first outing was not a personal success, Coverchuk said it was enough for him to recognize the unique situation of riding for teammates, which added pressure, but also provided the support only a team can give. In terms of pressure “you want to hold up your end,” said Coverchuk, adding teams will take seven riders to each of the 10 team events, but only five will compete on a
given weekend, so you need to ride. You could even get left home if not performing. “As a bull rider you don’t want to be watching on TV,” said Coverchuk. “… Hopefully I can hold up my end of this.” It helps, too, that the Rattler coach is bull riding legend Cody Lambert. “A co-founder of the PBR, Lambert is a true rodeo legend. Qualifying to the PBR World Finals from 19941996, Lambert remained intimately involved with the PBR following his retirement from competition, becoming the organization’s Livestock Director, a role he’s held for the past three decades, selecting the bulls that are an essential ingredient for the PBR’s explosive growth,” notes a PBR release. “In addition to being one of the inaugural inductees into the PBR Ring of Honor, Lambert is also a member of the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame and the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum’s Rodeo Hall of Fame.” “He knows every single bull that goes out every night,” said Coverchuk, adding the insights into the bulls Lambert will provide will be a real asset as a rider. The 10-event regular season begins July 25 with neutral site games in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and culminates in the championship tournament in November.
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This week marks the conclusion of the NDP provincial leadership race in Saskatchewan — or more accurately, the latest NDP leadership race in Saskatchewan. This Sunday, June 26, marks the announcement of the new leader at the Delta Regina leadership event. What they really ought to do is get the announcement over with quickly, so that they can all get on with summer like the rest of us. I’d like to hype up this vote as the culmination of an exciting leadership race, but I can’t. The reality is that this race looks one-sided. All signs are pointing to Carla Beck, the MLA for Regina Lakeview, winning the leadership over Kaitlyn Harvey, the Métis lawyer and one-time candidate from Saskatoon. Beck is the frontrunner in all the areas that matter short of the actual vote. Beck leads in fundraising by something like a five-to-one margin, according to financials filed with the party, which is an enormous lead. Beck leads in caucus and other prominent endorsements. She is clearly the best organized, and was first out of the gate when the campaign began. The clearest sign Beck is going to win is the fact that, ahem, the Sask. Party is continually attacking her. During the previous session, Sask. Party cabinet ministers would get up in Question Period and dredge up some quote from Beck about something or other, and use it against the opposition. That shows me the government knows who their biggest threat is. The winner is going to be the first female NDP leader in Saskatchewan. It should be noted she will not be the first female Opposition leader — Lynda Haverstock had that honour leading the Liberals for a period of time, and then the NDP’s Nicole Sarauer was Opposition leader briefly when she was interim leader. But this will be the first permanent NDP leader to be a woman, which will be historic. You would think that for such a monumental occasion this leadership race would have been more exciting than it is, but it really hasn’t. There just hasn’t been a lot of excitement and not a whole lot of vitriol to be honest, at least until recently. I know some other media organizations have lately been trying to play up “divisions in the NDP” and tensions between the candidates. There was one story where Harvey was quoted as accusing the party establishment of wanting Beck in and current leader Ryan Meili gone. My take of this is a far less dramatic one. Harvey is losing and she knows it, and now she is airing out her frustrations about it. That’s all this is, and we’ll see if I’m right when the results come in Sunday. As for accusations about the establishment trying to get rid of Meili, let’s get real about a few things. First, Meili isn’t leaving due to the party brass throwing him out. I’m sure not everyone was thrilled with him and I’m not privy to all the behind-the-scenes stuff, but his leadership was reaffirmed with a 72 per cent vote last fall — not fabulous, but good enough for him to stay. Continued on Page 5
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Constitutional monarchy has served us well, warts and all Dear Editor This letter isn’t intended to put down the writer of The Woodpile, but to ask questions, to state some positives. She has some fine memories of royal events, but believes our constitutional monarchy will soon come to an end. Why should it? Two countries opted to have an elected head of state. So what? That’s just more politics; they are welcome to that. It is much like the folk tale about a madman rushing into the street and shouting that such a thing was true. No one had the energy to go out to say it wasn’t true, so after a while, the madman’s sayings were accepted to be truth. Unlike so many Canadians (and our national broadcaster) I hope I don’t suffer from apathy and indifference. Would we be richer, happier or more respected if we had an elected head of state? Would that be more stable,
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“How do I love thee, let me count the ways” was a panegyric sonnet written by poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning who died relatively young. Robert (1812-1888), her dotedupon husband and equally famous poet, outlived her by many years and wrote poems 24/7 i.e. interminably. I wonder if Elizabeth could have meant “weighs”? Being recently confined, I was driven to watching T.V. adverts for relief from the news, newsreaders, interviewers, commentators and unlimited previously unknown experts (PUE’s). I was repeatedly treated to dietary advice by a lady surely not having yet completed her own course. “I have lost 27 pounds and three and
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half inches,” she initially claimed. In subsequent adverts she claimed a loss of 22 pounds with no mention of inches. Obviously, there is something wrong with her weighs and there was no mention of her husband being on the program or even a desire to be on it. A sonnet is a short poem of four, four, four, and two lines. Rhyming is essential unlike modern versification. Mr. Browning preferred painfully long poems such as the Pied Piper of Hamelin not “Hamlin”. To my great surprise, I came upon a sonnet of his entitled “Why am I a Liberal?”
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Continued from Page 4 There have also not been obvious or well-publicized moves afoot to get rid of him. It’s very different from what’s going on with the federal Conservatives, where you had people like Senator Denise Batters publicly stabbing the leader Erin O’Toole in the back and candidates actively waiting in the wings. It’s the same thing in Alberta with so many potential candidates undermining Premier Jason Kenney for the United Conservative Party leadership and succeeding in getting him to resign. For a while, the pandemic was actually a selling point to keeping the physician, Dr. Meili, around as NDP leader. In 2021, it seemed the party was getting some traction versus the Sask. Party over government handling of COVID-19 restrictions. The NDP were constantly hammering the government for not doing enough in terms of mandates, for caving in to groups like the Unified Grassroots, for having the worst health care response, the worst school response, the worst death rates, the worst this, the worst that. Meili had found his issue. The problem was Saskatchewan people were exhausted. They didn’t want more restrictions, and didn’t like the NDP’s consistently negative and pro-lockdown message. Then came the Athabasca byelection, which was the moment of truth. Losing to the Sask. Party in a longstanding bedrock NDP seat was a jolt to the entire party. That result sent the NDP right back where they were after the 2020 election: on the road to nowhere. Meili resigned soon after. So, we have a situation where nobody was expecting a leadership race so soon, and a party that is still in a state of shock after the byelection loss. That probably explains the muted atmosphere we have seen, and why we haven’t seen more leadership forums or organized events like in the past. We also have had a shortage of leadership contenders, Letters to the editor are welcomed by the Regional Optimist. All letters, including those which are faxed or emailed, must be signed and bear the address and telephone number of the writer. The name of the writer will be published. Letters are subject to editing. Personal attacks will not be printed. Letters will be rejected if they contain libelous statements or are unsigned.
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After twelve readings. I still failed to clearly understand his meaning. Apparently, he thought liberal philosophy espoused “freedom”. I am surprised the truckers, Mr. Trudeau and Mr. Poilievre aren’t fighting over the copyright of this prescient poem. As many of you already know, Salford University, England has embarked on a program to decolonize the English language starting with sonnets which are apparently Anglo-Saxon anathema. These savage savants, the most erudite of people, should know that they are actually attempting to decolonialize not decolonize, which is distasteful evisceration and disembowelment. So much for pedagoguery! Here are some other things I learned from the T.V. Many attendees at Boris Johnson’s, 10 Downing Street, BYOB Covid knees-ups were titled highlivers i.e. cirrhotics who
need sympathy not fines. His catering expenses were minimal compared to the food and drink costs incurred on Trudeau and Governor General flights – tens of thousands no less! They must have been high flying grog-ups right enough. We are also to understand that youths have to break glass ceilings before they can be considered for Saskatoon Police Force pre-training recruitment. A current advertisement by its inventor recommends a kitty litter which changes colour in use. He insists we have to try it for ourselves – must get some. It appears too, that crematory services are available during your pet’s lifetime. Finally, there was a bizarre suggestion that weddings and funerals services should be held simultaneously to save time and money. As with Browning’s sonnet, I gave up on this one!
mainly because many other big names that were talked about had either run for leader before, or before that. Let’s now get serious about the real elephant in the room. This party is sick and tired of staging leadership races. The real issue, one the Sask. Party has liked to point out repeatedly, has been a revolving door at the top of the NDP. For years, there was stability. You had Tommy Douglas, Woodrow Lloyd, Allan Blakeney, Roy Romanow and then Lorne Calvert, and all of them were there for years fighting multiple elections. After Calvert lost to Brad Wall, the revolving door started. First in 2009 came Dwain Lingenfelter, who then lost his own seat in the disastrous 2011 election. Afterwards in 2013, Cam Broten won the leadership by 44 votes over Meili. Then came the 2016 election, and Broten lost his seat. This was getting to be a trend. By 2020, Meili had finally taken over and even kept his seat, for a change. But that eventually became yet another NDP one-and-done. I am not even counting the multitude of interim leaders this party has had since 2009: Nicole Sarauer, Trent Wotherspoon, John Nilson, you name it. The turnover is clearly an issue. They desperately need to develop stability at the top — stability in terms of direction, stability in terms of name recognition. The NDP has to realize getting back into power is a job that isn’t going to be accomplished in one election. This party has major problems outside the big cities: in rural Saskatchewan the NDP are largely out of the running before the election is even called. Their biggest problem is that the Sask. Party isn’t really even running against the NDP anymore. Instead, Scott Moe is directing his fire against the unpopular Justin Trudeau and blaming the feds for everything wrong in Saskatchewan, saying a vote for the NDP is a vote for the Liberals. At the very least, the provincial NDP needs Trudeau gone, and quite possibly the entire federal Liberal government, too, to have any shot of winning a provincial election. More than likely, they also need a complete implosion of the Sask. Party. But even with the emergence of upstarts like the Sask. United Party, which could split the “free enterprise” vote, that won’t happen overnight. My guess is that whoever wins, Beck or Harvey, this leadership race will probably be the last one for the NDP for a while. They know they need stability at the top, and they have a lot of work to do. The NDP might as well get on with it.
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Literacy in motion … let’s walk and talk! Submitted
An Early Years outdoor Storywalk event was organized and hosted by members of the Battlefords Early Childhood Community Planning Network on Friday, June 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This wellattended event of over 500 participants was held in three locations: Central Park (next to the North Battleford Public Library), the Natural Play Space Playground in Centennial Park and at the ACT Park in Battleford. Everyone was invited to attend one location or all. Not only did children ages 0-5 come, younger students from schools took
advantage partaking in the event as well. Children circulated through pages of a book that were spread out throughout the space. Different interactive books were displayed in each of the Storywalk locations. It was an experience of learning in action … exercising the mind and body. At the end of the Storywalk, children were able to choose a book of their own to walk away with, thanks to KidsFirst. It was also nice to see the “immunization van” from Saskatchewan Health Authority traveling throughout the locations. Finally, a huge thank you goes out to the planning and preparation
From the book Tap The Magic Tree by Christie Matheson. “Aha! Now blow a whooshing breeze.” McKitrick Kindergarten students create wind!
committee, which consisted of Joyce Hannah
Paulhus (KidsFirst), Colleen Sabraw (BECIP),
Rebecca Robinson (Lloydminster Learning Council), Elaine Sonmor (Sask Health Authority),
Rachel Florence (Living Sky School Division) and Nadine Anderson (Light of Christ Catholic Schools).
A Pre K student from Notre Dame School along with her mom and teacher celebrate some of the book titles available to choose from. The K/1 students from St. Mary School engaged with every page!
Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You? Lots of noise came from across the river!
A huge thank you to KidsFirst for purchasing the Storywalk metal frames to be used in community events. | Photos submitted
Fox Valley product to be inducted into SBHOF Submitted by SBHOF
Blair Bosch will be inducted into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame on Aug. 20 in Battleford, Saskatchewan. Call 306446-1983 for information. Blair Bosch started his career and passion for baseball as a 12-year-old boy in Fox Valley. He would walk
five miles to town and back to play in the Little League baseball team from 1970 to 1973, then in high school, with the Fox Valley Lions baseball team from 1974 to 1978. Blair and his wife moved to Richmound in 1979 where he furthered his career playing for the
Richmound Rockets from 1979 through to 2013. 34 years! He started with number five on his back and finished with 50. Blair played left field, first base and pitcher, winning the Sask-Alta League pitching title with a 5-1 in 1987. In 2000, he won the league batting average with .679.
Maidstone News
Plans in place for Canada Day By Kathy Utri
Correspondent
who helped with Spring Prep. Welcome to our summer student, Mamie Granger! There’s always work to be done and we need volunteers. Please give us a call if you can help. The “Prairie K9 Games” are June 24 (5 p.m.) to June 26 (8 p.m.) at Flatlands Kennels, about 12 kilometres northeast of Maidstone (north on Highway 21, east on 484). There are eight canine sports, including vertical wall climb, dock diving in an outdoor canine pool, line chase, weight pull and more. All dogs are welcome! On Sunday, June 26 at 3 p.m., there’s a potluck “Old Time Picnic” at Milleton Hall, north of Maidstone. Bring salad or dessert (hotdogs are provided), lawn chairs, ball glove and any fun outdoor games for kids. If you have any Maidstone area news, please let me know by email duwell@sasktel.net, text 306893-7378 or phone 306893-2799.
ing with both at the same time with the last year being 2011. Blair was part of the Rockets team in various roles in 2009 and 2013, the years the Richmound Rockets won League Championships, the year 2009 being the first time in 50 years the Rockets brought the trophy home. Circumstances prevented Blair from attending the playoffs in 2009, however, he played an important role in getting the team there. Although 2013 was the last year Blair played, stats from 2014 to 2019 include him at bat, indicating whenever needed, he would fill in for the team. Blair also played with the Richmound Rockets Sask Alta 35 and over team
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Appreciation is extended to Dorothy Schwartz for many years as Maidstone correspondent for the Battlefords News-Optimist. She’s doing well in her new home in Medicine Hat with new friends, a multitude of activities and delicious meals. This is my first report and I’ll do my best to fill Dorothy’s shoes. Canada Day preparations are shaping up in Maidstone: • Pancake Breakfast at the Legion Hall 8 to 11 a.m., hosted by the Bowling Club; • Parade 10 a.m. (9 a.m. lineup) • Slo-Pitch Tournament; In the park: Opening ceremonies at tennis courts 11 a.m.; • Beverage Garden by KinClub, noon to midnight; • Horseshoes doubles 1 p.m.; • Dog performance
demo (Flatlands Kennels); • Splash Park On the museum grounds: • Concession (burgers, hotdogs, cold drinks, ice cream cups) 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; • Children’s activities and Girl Guide cookie sale in front yard 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (includes foam machine so bring a change of clothes); • Blacksmith demos; • Old time music on stage and tours. Come out and enjoy a fun-filled day! (No dogs or smoking allowed.) Maidstone Museum Board meeting was held Monday. June 20, with seven members present. For June-July, we’ll be open Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. If a tour is in progress, wait on the deck for the next one (no selfguided tours). To book a tour, call any time: museum 306-893-2890, John 780871-1027, Kathy 306-8932799. Thank you to those
Blair was known as the best ball player around as he was talented and a team player. Blair had a passion for the game of baseball that was as natural to him as breathing! Off the field, Blair coached Little League in Richmound from 1991 to 1997, and high school baseball from 1997 to 1999, instilling the importance of talent, heart and good sportsmanship to being a good player. He continued to play, coach and ump for the Rockets. Blair taught his three children the value of teamwork and hard work. He was honoured to be able to play with the Rockets along with both of his sons over the years, and even play-
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from1986-1991, and the 40 and over from 1992 until the league removed their team from the league a few years later. After retiring in 2020 from his profession in oil and gas, Blair and his wife moved to Medicine Hat, Alta., where he joined the Medicine Hat Senior SloPitch League.
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Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples At left, National Indigenous Peoples Day was celebrated Tuesday in North Battleford with a traditional powwow held at the Western Development Museum.
At right, during the intra-tribal drumming sessions anyone could get up and dance along — and they did. There were also competitive classes for adults and children. National Indigenous Peoples Day is an opportunity for all Canadians to recognize Indigenous contributions. First proclaimed in 1996, National Indigenous Peoples Day falls on or near the first day of summer and the summer solstice, which is the longest day of the year.
Saskatchewan residents participated in community events and celebrations across the province as National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrated the unique heritage, diverse cultures and exceptional contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. | Photos by Jayne Foster
The powwow was sponsored by BATC Development Corporation, Battlefords Regional Truth and Reconciliation, Thunder Developments, Rongve Wealth Management, Gold Eagle Casino and Discovery Co-op,
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A deep dive into the troubles at The Lighthouse Continued from Page 1 of the board, remove the “unusual impediments that exist” concerning the executive director, and establish a maximum term limit for board members. “That has been a cause of the problems experienced by the Lighthouse. Limited grandfathering would be appropriate.” The Queen’s Bench ruling also directed The Lighthouse board to hold a members’ meeting, with the court further ordering that Twila Reddekopp and Ian Hamilton are to remain on the board for a period of two years and Jerome Hepfner for a period of one year. Also according to the ruling, all board members and most senior managers are required to attend governance training within 90 days of the members’ meeting, and the board is to report back to the court within six months on actions taken to improve the organization’s governance. While the publication ban has been lifted, the Queen’s Bench ruling is still under appeal. Reaction In a statement issued Monday, Hepfner said the ruling on the publication ban now allows the Lighthouse organization to begin the healing process. “We have been working for more than a year to address serious governance, administrative and financial issues at The Lighthouse,” said Hepfner. “That process was very painful and was made even more difficult because we were unable to communicate freely with our staff and supporters in the community due to the publication ban. “Today’s ruling allows us to begin healing the organization and will help us to fully restore the confidence of our stakeholders, clients and the broader community.”
Background Previously, a Sept. 10, 2021, fiat issued by Justice Gerecke had ordered
an investigation into the $60,000 loan to Windels, the $30,000 loan to MechEl Services Inc. and whether any additional irregular or potentially irregular non-arms-length transactions have been engaged on by The Lighthouse and Blue Mountain. According to Queen’s Bench documents that have now been made available to the media, the accounting firm MNP LLP (Meyers Norris Penny) was appointed by Queen’s Bench court to carry out the investigation. In ordering that investigation, Justice Gerecke had been critical of what had seemingly transpired at The Lighthouse. “The Lighthouse should never have been asked to extend a $60,000 loan to Mr. Windels so his daughter could buy a house. The Lighthouse should never have been asked to extend a $30,000 loan to Mr. Trudel or his company to develop a patent. Nor should those transactions have been approved by the board members at the relevant time. It was a breach of their fiduciary duties to The Lighthouse to have done so.” Justice Gerecke had also noted Windels “failed for several years to ensure the Windels loan was properly recorded in The Lighthouse’s financial statements,” that the Windels loan was “concealed from The Lighthouse’s members for at least two years,” and that Windels, as executive director “also failed to ensure that The Lighthouse’s interests were protected with respect to obtaining repayment of the Mech loan.” The initial investigation by MNP LLP has been completed. Reports were issued by MNP LLP on Oct. 15 and then on Oct. 25, 2021. MNP LLP’s Oct. 15 report confirmed there was a loan of $60,000 from The Lighthouse to Windels and that in Dec. 2020 he repaid the loan, plus interest and expenses such as utilities and property taxes. The investigation also
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confirmed the $30,000 loan to Mech-El. While the loan was recorded in accounting records in 2010, and disclosed in the financial statements since 2013, it was not properly identified as a related party transaction until 2019, according to MNP’s report. All the court documents, which were subject to a publication ban, have exposed turmoil at the top of The Lighthouse organization. Not only were there allegations directed at Windels over the loan activities, but the documents revealed a sharply divided board that had fallen into two factions: one in support of Windels and the other seeking his removal. Among the allegations in the court documents is that the pro-Windels faction tried to remove the antiWindels faction of directors from the board. The turmoil spilled over in public earlier this year, as Windels officially went on leave and Hepfner and Reddekopp officially took over the running of the Lighthouse. On Feb. 1, 2022, five senior managers from the Lighthouse were let go and, according to reports, escorted off The Lighthouse property in Saskatoon.
Allegations against Windels The Queen’s Bench court documents, obtained by the Battlefords NewsOptimist/SASKTODAY. ca, outline in detail the allegations made against Windels. According to the facts outlined in a Sept. 10, 2021, fiat issued from Queen’s Bench court, Windels received a loan of $60,000 from The Lighthouse, which Windels had said was for the purchase of a residence for his daughter. The Court found this loan to be known and approved by board members. However, no minutes or resolution or agreement documenting the Windels loan were brought to the court’s attention and it appears that none exist. Also, the board had directed The Lighthouse to take title to the property being purchased, but no record exists of that either. There was also no evidence Windels recused himself from the meeting where the loan was approved. According to the Queen’s Bench account, Windels attested he repaid the loan of his own accord,
The turmoil spilled over in public earlier this year, as Windels officially went on leave and Hepfner and Reddekopp officially took over the running of the Lighthouse. On Feb. 1, 2022, five senior managers from the Lighthouse were let go and, according to reports, escorted off The Lighthouse property in Saskatoon. but the loan has never been disclosed in financial statements for The Lighthouse. A loan was also made to Trudel. Trudel’s company Mech-El Services Ltd. had borrowed $30,000 from The Lighthouse in March 2010, to enable Mech-El to pursue a business opportunity for patenting a device. That business opportunity now looks unlikely to bear fruit, according to the Queen’s Bench court documents. No agreement or resolutions documenting the granting of this loan were in evidence, according to the court. The court document indicates the loan had originally been intended to be repaid within a year, but it is still unpaid. There were multiple extensions granted in 2011, 2013 and 2014 signed by Windels and Hepfner. Then on April 15, 2020, the board passed resolutions extending the Mech loan to Sept. 30, 2020, “at which time all principle (sic) and accrued interest is due and payable.” Trudel was among those signing the resolution. According to the Queen’s Bench document: “The court was provided with no explanation as to why the Mech loan was not shown as a related party transaction in financial statements for the various years. Nor was any explanation offered as to why Mr. Trudel considered it appropriate to take the loan, allow it to continue to remain unpaid for over 11 years, nor why he did not recuse himself from the resolution passed on April 15, 2020, to further extend the loan.” Hepfner, Reddekopp and Hamilton also raised concerns in their application about transactions between Blue Mountain and Windels’ personal foundation, the Kowach Foundation for Advancing Education Inc., a charitable non-profit. Windels said he previously reported to the board about the relationship.
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But according to the court, in a reply affidavit Reddekopp alleged the extent of the relationship between Blue Mountain and Kowach was not known.
Infighting on a divided Lighthouse board The court also outlined the sequence of events that unfolded involving the board in 2021, events that highlighted the divisions and the infighting that took place on the board itself throughout the year. According to the timeline outlined by Queen’s Bench, in April 2021, The Lighthouse board created an audit and finance committee, with no explanation provided for why the committee did not exist before that. Also at that meeting, Trudel had said the three applicants (referring to Hepfner, Reddekopp and Hamilton) as well as another board director, Adeel Salman, made comments critical of Windels’ work as executive director, according to the court document. On May 12, 2021, Hepfner inquired by email to Windels as to matters including the status of the financial statements for the 2020 year-end for The Lighthouse. Windels’ response, according to the court, included reference to health issues and staffing issues without actually addressing the questions raised by Hepfner. On May 18, 2021, Reddekopp and Hepfner met with Windels and offered him two alternatives: take an immediate medical leave or take an immediate administrative leave. Two letters were presented to Windels for each option, each one referencing serious concerns about the management and finances of The Lighthouse and Blue Mountain. Windels signed the medical leave letter that day. According to the court facts, he was essentially escorted by Reddekopp and Hepfner from the premises. Reddekopp and Hepfner then advised The Lighthouse that Windels had agreed to go on medical leave and that they would serve as acting coexecutive directors, assuming his duties. According to the court, at no board meeting had the permanent or temporary removal of Windels as executive director been
raised or discussed, nor was the self-appointment of Reddekopp and Hefner as acting co-executive directors. On May 30, 2021, Windels declared himself fit to work and provided medical notes. This did not satisfy either Reddekopp or Hepfner of his fitness to perform the job, but Windels did return to work June 1. Just prior to that, on May 31, 2021, another board member, Tyrone McKenzie, sent an email to the applicants and other individuals where he purported to call a special meeting of The Lighthouse members for June 17. On June 1, 2021, Hepfner attempted to call a board meeting for June 2 to “address issues concerning the work and conduct of Don Windels,” with Windels to be excluded from the meeting. On June 3, McKenzie, with several other members in support, formally requested a special members’ meeting, with a special resolution to be placed before members that specifically called for the removal of Hepfner, Reddekopp, Hamilton and Salman as directors and members of The Lighthouse and as directors of Blue Mountain. McKenzie also demanded, on behalf of his co-signatories, that no board meetings be held or resolutions passed until after the special meeting. The notice calling for the special meeting for Aug. 5, 2021, was sent to Lighthouse members June 20. On July 3, 2021, Windels then purported to call an annual general meeting of the members for July 19, but no board approval was obtained. On July 5, 2021, Hepfner, Reddekopp and Hamilton presented to Windels a set of charges to initiate a process under The Lighthouse bylaws, with a stated intent of removing Windels from office as a board member and as executive director. The dispute goes to court Hepfner, Reddekopp and Hamilton then brought forward an Application Without Notice to Queen’s Bench court in Saskatoon on July 16, 2021. That application went before Queen’s Bench court with counsel for the applicants, for Windels and for The Lighthouse Supported Living Inc. present. On Sept. 10, 2021, Justice Gerecke made his ruling in which he ordered an investigation into The Lighthouse. The court has made the following statements in that court decision: “The Windels loan and the Mech Loan, both of which are admitted by Mr. Continued on Page 21
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Awards night honours student achievements By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent
Borden School held their awards night June 15, preceded by a barbecue supper. At the awards ceremony MCs were Katelyn and Anna. Awards of medallions or trophies handed
out by the teachers. The governor general’s award from 2021 went to Jade. Earning citizenship awards of medallions and cash were: K – Owen; Grade 1 – Blaire; Grade 2 – Odin; Grade 3 – Brielle; Grade 4 – Ivan; Grade 5 – Daniel; Grade 6 – May;
Grade 7 – Joanna and Justin; Grade 8 – Treyton; Grade 9- Anna; Grade 11 – Sydney; and Grade 12 – Lynden. Most improved medallions went to: K – Henry; Grade 2 –Mason; Grade 3- David; Grade 4- Olivia; Grade 5 – Darrel; Grade 6
Kim Worona and Gwen Dyck from Borden School Community Council presenting a gift to Brody Morris at awards night. | Photo by Lorraine Olinyk
– Ryland; Grade 7 – Eric; Grade 8- Treyton; Grade 9 – Emma and Esther; Grade 11- Bill; and Grade 12Lynden. The junior boys’ volleyball medallion went to Tyler and Treyton, junior curling to Josh and Zoe, senior curling to Bill, junior badminton to Justin and Casey W, senior badminton to Sydney, junior track and field to Ben and Alex O. and senior track and field to Bill and Wyatt. Earning athlete of the year awards were juniors Zoe and Ben and seniors to Sydney and Bill. Grades 10 -12 students on the honour roll were Noah and Sadie. Earning honour roll with distinction were Jack, Owen, David, Sydney, Katelyn, Bill and Lynden. Highest averages were attained by Jack and
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The Sayer trial: enforcing the Hudson’s Bay charter By Robert Peterson Bresaylor Museum
In 1882, three brothers, Harry, Cleophas and Joseph Sayers travelled together from the Red River Settlement to the Bresaylor Settlement with their families. The Bresaylor people bought and traded furs with whomever they wanted, but that wasn’t always the case. That all changed with the trial of their father, Guillaume Sayers, at the Red River Settlement, later known as the Sayer Trial. When the Hudson’s Bay company was established in 1670, King Charles II of England granted a royal charter to the fur-trading venture. This charter gave an exclusive trading monopoly over all land draining into Hudson Bay. All furs were to be legally sold only to the Hudson’s Bay Company. In 1821, the North West Company and the Hudson’s Bay Company merged, with trade now carried out under the Hudson’s Bay Company name. South of the border, the company had no chartered monopoly and faced competition from the American Fur Company and other free traders. After the consolidation, the Hudson’s Bay Company cut costs by closing some trading posts. This meant First Nations peoples had to travel further to sell their furs, leaving it open for the Métis to travel to different bands and trade for furs on their own. Some traders were licensed as long as they bought their
supplies and sold their furs to the Hudson’s Bay Company. In 1843 Chief Factor Duncan Finlayson refused to renew the freighting contracts. This angered people in the Red River Settlement and in numbers they entered the fur trade illegally, selling their furs for higher prices and buying supplies cheaper from fur trading companies south of the border. The Hudson’s Bay Company reacted with all the means of their charter. Houses and premises were searched for furs and cart trains were stopped and searched. Mail was subject to inspection, higher duties were put on goods from the United States and furs were seized whenever found. Wanting to do things legally, the settlers petitioned but to no avail. In 1948 the new chief factor, John Ballenden, decided to make a show of enforcing the laws of trade. The first person charged was Guillaume Sayer. He was arrested and released on bail until trial. Charges were also laid against Angus McGillis, Alexis Goulet and someone named Laronde. They were released on bail but never imprisoned. Guillaume’s trial was set for the morning of May 17, 1849, which was Ascension Day, chosen because they thought the Métis would be going to mass on the other side of the river from the fort and would not cause trouble. The Métis did go to mass, but they went early and some returned purposeful and armed. Louis Riel
The Bresaylor Heritage Museum is open for the summer by appointment only from June 30 to Aug. 31.
Sr. addressed the group, who then went to Sheriff Alexander Ross to tell him there would be no punishment for Sayers or the others charged. The group, comprised of 377 men armed with guns and numerous others armed with other armaments, then went to demonstrate in front of the courthouse. Court was called at 11 a.m., but Sayers did not appear, as he and the other offenders were held by their countrymen. The court busied itself with other matters and called again for Sayers at 1 p.m. Again, he did not show. The court then sent a message that the Métis name a leader and send in a deputation to assist Sayers. James Sinclair was appointed spokesman and 12 entered with Sayers, leaving their arms with some 20 others who waited just outside the door. Sinclair acted as counsel for Sayers. Sayers’ son Louison testified his father had traded furs. Sayers himself admitted to trading furs and that John Ed-
ward Harritt, a chief factor of the company, had outfitted him. The jury brought in a verdict of “guilty of trading in furs.” Donald Gunn, foreman of the jury, then asked that they extend mercy on Sayers in view that he was doing so with permission. The court applied no penalty and the Hudson’s Bay Company withdrew charges against Sayers and the others charged. Following the trial, the charter was ignored and all traded freely, with some growing rich from the fur trade. The Bresaylor Heritage Museum is open again for the summer by appointment only from June 30 to Aug. 31. Please phone Enola at 306-8938002 or Bob at 306-8952075 to arrange a guided tour by one of our volunteer staff. Check out the Bresaylor Heritage Museum Facebook page for more information. For bird lovers, the turkey vultures have once again taken up residence in the old church steeple.
Lynden. Heart of a Bruin awards honour students who consistently exemplify qualities like kindness, selflessness, caring, respect and strong work ethics. These went to: K – Ellie, Oliver and Hadley; Grade 1 and 2 – Lily and Shelby; Grade 3 and 4 – Max G. and Milayna; Grade 5 and 6 – Anna and Silas. Humanitarian awards recognize students who excel in writing, reading, social issues, current events, history and/or social studies. Earning awards were Abbey in juniors and Bill in seniors. Analytics award to students who excel in numeracy, science, computer science, technology, innovation and/or logic went to Casey W. in juniors and Jack in seniors. Artist awards to recognize student who excel in performing arts including drama, visual art, dance, music and/or creativity and were awarded to Zoe in juniors and David in seniors. A special presentation by school community council members Gwen Dyck and Kim Worona of a framed photo of the old Borden bridge was given to principal Brody Morris, who is leaving Borden at the end of June. Students receiving certificates and cash prizes for posters created for wildlife and wetlands preservation were Brielle, Matt, Hope, Olivia and Alex G. Borden School staff this past year has included
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MEOTA — How pleasant it is to watch the young woodpeckers drinking at the bird bath., all a new experience for them. they have developed so quickly to full feathers. The wind has been so strong following the heavy rain that we had earlier this week. My family found driving home to Alberta a stressful experience. However, the wind let up enough for the 17 senior golfers to get out and enjoy themselves June 9. There were no bugs to pester them, either. It was another close match with the winners, after a count back, being Gerry Goodheart, Terrence Dasilva, Elsa Ferguson and Lucille Gregoire. June 16, 18 golfers turned out and most of them stayed for a potluck lunch. The five teams came in with close scores, but the winning team was Jack Day, Terrence Dasilva, Cora Christiansen and Eric Callbeck. Meota ADRA craft and trade show is scheduled for July 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Meota Community Hall. For information or bookings call Hayley at 306-2805483. There has been no word on swimming lessons planned for Meota, but we hope they are being organized and will let us know details, soon. Many roads in Yellowstone National Park are washed out from the rains and rock slides have occurred so there will be very little tourist traffic this summer. It is one of the most exciting places to visit in the United States and not that far away. Bridge players gathered in the Pioneer Hall June 14 with two tables,
so they played individual scores. First was Vern Iverson and tied for second were Barbara Mitchell and Donna Scherman. They met again on June 16 with three tables and top couple was Linda Ard and David Sharpe. Second were Jeran Lawes and Fraser Glen. They will not meet June 21 but when they meet on June 23 they will be playing for charity; their annual meet for Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan. Donations are welcome. Bryce and Erica Olson opened their new butcher shop in Spiritwood on June 16. They offer most meats and will be expanding as time progresses. We wish them well in their new venture. Canasta was played Friday evening, with three full tables and one of three who played singly. Top score went to Dave Ottas and Gordon Klein. In second were Gwen Lacerte and David Sayers and a close third were Cora Christiansen and Eric Callbeck. The Paynton ferry is closed because of high water levels. My travelling daughter Joyce and her cousin Tony are in Norway enjoying the cruise that they missed out on when COVID broke out and they spent two weeks cruising on the Pacific Ocean, going nowhere. Will get a fuller report later. A social afternoon with Sons of Norway at the park-like setting at the home of David and Marion Ottas in Edam, was enjoyed by over a dozen folks Saturday afternoon. The potluck supper was enjoyed and all appreciated the organizing and preparation that made the day a happy one. There will be a bake sale at the United Church on July 2 at 9 a.m.
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An afternoon strawberry tea is a good event for people to get out and have a visit and a mouth-watering treat. The tea Rose Gill seniors’ lodge in Rabbit Lake hosted last Friday drew in a fair-sized crowd. Thank you to everyone who made the effort and the drive on mostly muddy grid roads to help with this fundraiser and the volunteers who assisted staff. Many took a tour of the building and were impressed with the brightly decorated private rooms, dining room, large TV and activities room along with a couple of bright visiting rooms with comfortable seating amongst many thriving houseplants. In the enclosed outdoor courtyard, away from the wind, are flourishing flowers and a small vegetable garden. Local Grade 12 students who are graduating from high school include Ethan Holmes, Emily Toews and Christopher Fournier. Ethan is the son of Eric Holmes and attends school in Spiritwood. Teresa Toews’ daughter Emily attends Hafford Central, as does Christopher, son of Heather Welsh and Richard Fournier. Best wishes for all these young people who have learned the skills to become successful adults. Work hard, enjoy
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your activities and try to have a positive outlook on life. Your parents and grandparents are only a phone call away. Ellyn and Buck Scotton, longtime farmers near Mayfair, have recently relocated to Lloydminster to be closer to their family. Ellyn was the kindergarten teacher for many years and served in executive positions with different organizations. Both of them volunteered extensively and will be greatly missed. The new owner will appreciate the well-kept yard. Wishing them many more happy retirement years in their newly purchased home.
The sunset on Father’s Day was very colourful and reflected on a slough. | Photo by Elaine Woloshyn
Sitting at the front table at Rose Gill lodge were volunteers Lorraine Youst, previous manager at the lodge, and Mayann Smith collecting admission and selling tickets for a draw to be made July 4 at the barbecue fundraiser. | Photo by Elaine Woloshyn
Some of the guests attending the Rose Gill Lodge Strawberry Tea June 17. | Photo by Elaine Woloshyn
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Sincere Congratulations to the graduating classes of 2022 in The Battlefords and surrounding area! As we near the victory of surviving the Covid 19 Pandemic and life starts to return to a new normal, we acknowledge all achievements, success, and celebrations in general and are reminded by the focus and perseverance that each of you have displayed this last year of study as these tools will be viable in your future successes. As you end your high school years, take time to celebrate all you have accomplished too date and all you will accomplish in the future. Thank you for taking your education seriously and excelling at everything you do. Best of luck to those who will be continuing their education this coming fall season, whether virtually or in person, local or further away from home as the post-secondary experience can be rewarding. To those who are considering working this next year or who are looking for full-time employment, may you choose The Battlefords to work, play and raise a family. Remember The Battlefords will always be your home, so do not be a stranger. The Battlefords are and will continue to be proud of the Class of 2022! Ames Leslie, Mayor – Town of Battleford
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CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES Mayor and Council "On this special occasion, we are extremely proud of all of you. You all have worked very hard for this moment, congratulations!" said Mayor David Gillan on behalf of City Council for the City of North Battleford. Thank you to all the parents, guardians, caregivers bus drivers, support staff, school staff, board members and teachers who have given their love and support to get these students here. What a wonderful achievement! To all the graduating students of 2022, unleash your passion, ambition and dreams into this world. Use your skills, wisdom and energy to help make North Battleford a better, bolder, more brilliant place with a strong sense of belonging.
The City of North Battleford The City of North Battleford would like to congratulate the Class of 2022! You sacrificed during this pandemic and achieved your academic goals. We would like to wish you the best in your endeavours. For those entering the workforce immediately, we hope you find gainful employment here in the City. For those pursuing further education, never stop exploring, learning and challenging yourself. We hope that when you attain your academic pursuits, you return to North Battleford. We want your ambition, drive and passion to build an even better community for everyone to enjoy. Congratulations! We are so proud of you.
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$11.5 million renovation to get underway at JPII Staff
LOCCS board member Gary Nolin; Jeremy Cockrill, MLA; Ryan Domotor, MLA; Dustin Duncan, Minister of Education; Glen Gantefoer, LOCCS board chair; Adrienne Welter, LOCCS board vice-chair; LOCCS Director of Education Cory Rideout; LOCCS Chief Financial Officer Jordan Kist; LOCCS Superintendent of Learning Caralynn Gidych. | Photos submitted
The Honourable Dustin Duncan, Minister of Education, and Members of the Legislative Assembly Jeremy Cockrill and Ryan Domotor visited John Paul II Collegiate on Friday, June 17, where a $11.5 million renovation will be taking place over the summer. John Paul II Collegiate is an historical school built in 1912, with the last major renovation occurring in 2004. The renovation includes an addition to the servery and industrial arts areas, as well as upgrades to the washrooms, common area floors and other existing spaces.
The funding announcement was originally made Sept. 22, 2020. It was billed as part of the government’s $7.5 billion two-year capital plan to stimulate economic recovery following the pandemic. “This is significant news for students at John Paul II Collegiate and the North Battleford community,” then Education Minister Gordon Wyant said at the time. He added, “This investment will serve North Battleford students, staff and families, and will provide a boost to our provincial economy as we recover from the pandemic.”
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Minister of Education Dustin Duncan and MLAs Jeremy Cockrill and Ryan Domotor visited John Paul II Collegiate on Friday, where a $11.5 million renovation will be taking place over the summer.
The staff and students of the NORTH BATTLEFORD COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous donations to our graduation awards and scholarship program: • Amgits Community Involvement Association • BATC Community Development Corporation • Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre • Battleford Furniture • Battleford Home Hardware Building Centre • Battlefords Agriculture Society • Battlefords And District Community Foundation Inc. • Battlefords Dance Festival • Battlefords Indian Metis Friendship Centre • Battlefords Local #544 Retail, Wholesale & Department Store Union • Battlefords Royal Canadian Mounted Police • Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation • Bee Plus Workplace Solutions • Campbell Family For The M.J. Campbell Memorial Scholarship • Charlie’s Charters • Connaught School • Cox Family For The Wanda Cox Memorial Scholarship • CUPE #4747 • Elliott Family For The Tom Elliott Memorial Outstanding Offensive And Defensive Football Award
• Gold Eagle Casino – Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority Inc. • Hanwell Family For The Alicia Hanwell Memorial Scholarship • Houk Family And Donors For The Bev Houk Memorial Scholarship • Humenny Construction • Jim Pattison Broadcast Group • Kanaweyimik Child & Family Services Inc. • Kim Ternier For The Gordon Tucker Memorial Scholarship • Kiwanis Club Of The Battlefords • Kiwanis Foundation • Living Sky School Division #202 Board Of Education • Matrix Law Group • McCollege • Meridian Surveys • Myron Stadnyk For The Rosemarie & Maurice Stadnyk Leadership Scholarship • NBCHS Parents Association Of Special Events • North Battleford Comprehensive High School Commercial Cooking • North Battleford Comprehensive High School Faculty • North Battleford Comprehensive High School Student Council • North Battleford Home Hardware Building Centre • North Battleford Senior Citizens Action Now Club
• North Battleford Telephone Pioneer Club For The Craig Anderson Impact Scholarship • Northland Power • Nutec Embroidery/Signs Of The Times • Ray Family For The Love Of Farming – Allan Ray Memorial Scholarship • River City Plumbing And Heating • Rotary Club Of The Battlefords • Royal Canadian Legion North Battleford Branch #70 • Russell Family For The Gentle Giant Award In Memory Of Nick Androsoff • PCL Construction Management Inc., EECOL Electric {Jim Sinneave} And WarDale Equipment 1998 Ltd. For the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship And Trade Certification Commission Scholarships • Sheldon And Shawna Gardiner For The Gardiner Scholarship • Stoik Family For The Stoik Family Memorial Scholarship • Sound City • Southgate Family And Donors For The Trevor Southgate Commemorative Award • Sun Local #262 • Sysco Foods • Ultra Print • Vantage Chartered Accountants • Western Financial Group • Wilgers Family For The Marianne Wilgers Scholarship
The Staff And Students Would Also Like To Say A Huge Thank You To Terran and Aleah From Fragment Media For Filming Our 2022 Gradtuation And For Making Our 2022 Graduation Interview Presentations A Huge Success.
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Congratulations 2022 Graduates Kobie Anderson Randi Armstrong Kalyna Bahler Kyle Barron Conlan Bear Tammie Bedard Dylan Blais Eric Brandle Todd Brennan Dawson Brinkhurst Alivia Bru Heidi Bueckert Sam Bullerwell Bradley Byl Kyler Carriere Dane Closen Aiden Collin Victory Colvin Craig Costello
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Unity Regional Park ball diamonds continue to be the go-to place this summer. Friday night slopitch will wrap up June 24. Minor ball teams are in the final leg of their season preparing for provincials, however you can still catch plenty of games for both baseball and softball at the diamonds. Two divisions are hosting provincial events at home, so mark July 8 to 10 on the calendar for the U19 girls’ fastpitch provincials and July 15 to 17 weekend for baseball provincials. A special memorial bench honouring Oscar Housen is now in place, including a plaque, in memory of a longtime Unity minor ball volunteer, supporter and enthusiast. The Junior Cardinals continue their uphill climb in the NSRBL. Their last two home games of the regular season will be June 21 against the Kindersley Stallions and they will host Macklin Lakers June 23. They will finish off the regular season on the road playing Wilkie and North Battleford, respectively. Unity Composite High School hosted a pride walk June 17, a first-time event for the school and community. Unity Public School will host a special celebratory assembly for Ms. Poppleton as she retires after a 30-year career. UPS is also bidding farewell to Kyla Fidelack who has filled
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A brief, but intense storm hit in and near Unity June 18 raining hailstones of all sizes. | Courtesy of Unity Golf Club
a number of roles in the past few years and is off to spend a year travelling. Kim Brown is also stepping away from her role as EA. St. Peter’s School Grades 4, 5 and 6 students travelled to Batoche June 7 for an educational and funfilled field trip. They also stopped at the site of the former First Nations Industrial Residential School in Battleford and the prayer grotto that was used by the Oblates of Mary Immaculate for a brief prayer service for truth and reconciliation. St. Peter’s School Community Council hosted a year-end family barbecue June 19 that included entertainment. Kindergarten Grad will take place June 23 and orientation for next year’s class is June 24. Yearend mass and awards are
June 28, beginning with the Grade 6 graduate and parent lunch in the church hall, followed by mass at 1 p.m. and then the awards. The school will also bid a fond farewell to Mr. Kelvin Colliar, Miss Alanna LeMaire-Ruder, Mrs. Wangler, Mrs. Deck, Mrs. Hatch and Ms. Thompson. Canada Day festivities at the museum will include a full day of activity, starting with a pancake breakfast followed by a church service. There will be speeder rides, horsedrawn wagon rides and old car rides all day. The day also includes rope making and a Unity Fire Department demonstration. Kids’ activities will take place as well as a firearms presentation. There is a chili supper. Jake Vaadeland is performing live, and fireworks will take place at night.
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Holy Rosary near Reward will celebrate the 90th anniversary of the shrine in a special event July 10 that will include this incredible replica on site.
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OBITUARIES LIEBAERT: Denise Marie Louise Liebaert (Haegebaert) passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022 at the age of 86. Denise was born on July 24, 1935 in Jabbeke, Belgium. She and her family immigrated to Canada in 1947 and settled on the farm near North Battleford. In 1953, she married Firmin Liebaert. They were married for 63 years before Firmin passed away in 2017. Together they raised six children: Eileen (Eugene) Oborowsky, Joyce (Gene) Polard, Victor (Elaine) Liebaert, Christine (Scott) Printz, Shirley (Kevin) Peters and Gordie Liebaert (Barb Weihmann). Denise’s farm life centred around raising her children, supporting the farm operations, and tending to a large garden. There was never a shortage of fresh baking—especially pies, which were her specialty! Denise loved flowers; each spring she looked forward to planting and caring for her many annuals and perennials. She was an avid bowler and YBC coach for many years. In her spare time, Denise enjoyed embroidery, card games, and tile rummy. In 1985, Denise and Firmin moved into North Battleford. Moving off the farm allowed her the opportunity to work various part-time jobs, including many years at Robin’s Donuts and Tim Horton’s. Numerous lifelong friendships developed from her interaction with customers and co-workers. Denise loved visiting with her children and their families. She loved to drive and often took road trips to see them. As a passionate dog lover, she also considered her dogs to be family members. Denise will be forever remembered for her kindness, sense of humour, generosity, and strength. Cherishing her memory are her six children, 19 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren; her sister, Godelieve Lacoursiere; her brother, Gaston Haegebaert, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 24th, 2022 at St. Joseph Calasanctius Roman Catholic Church with Reverend Father Phinh Do as celebrant. Lunch will follow at St. Joseph’s Church Hall. Interment will take place at 1:30 PM at the North Battleford City Cemetery. Donations in memory of Denise may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Saskatchewan SPCA. The family would like to thank everyone for their support during this difficult time. Condolences for the family can be made at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Christian Lafontaine – Apprentice Funeral Director.
THOM: It is with great sadness that the family of William (Bill) John Thom announce his peaceful passing on Sunday, May 22, 2022 at the age of 92 years. He will be dearly missed by family and friends alike and was known as a kind, gentle man who lived his life with integrity. Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing and summers at the lake and was an integral part of the building of Table Mountain. He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Viola; children and grandchildren: Heather and her children: Kyle (Sabrina) and great grandchildren: Tyler and Austin; Karli (Terry); Darryl (Kelly) and their son, Dominic. A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at Third Avenue United Church, North Battleford, SK at 2:00 p.m with Reverend Dexter van Dyke as officiant. Memorial donations in memory of Bill may be made to the BUH Foundation, Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Condolences for the family may be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.
ODISHAW: Edward Alvin Odishaw February 25, 1936 June 3, 2022 It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Edward Odishaw at his home in West Vancouver on Friday, June 3, 2022. He was an extraordinary man who will always be remembered as a devoted husband, a wise colleague, a trusted friend and a true patriot who endeavoured to make Canada a better country. Left to cherish his memory and place in their lives are his loving wife, Theresa, as well as his siblings, Esther, Richard, Margaret, Jeanne (Billy) and their respective families. He will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, especially his niece Anna who had recently returned from Germany. Edward touched the lives of many and leaves a host of lifelong friends. He cared deeply about others and built many treasured friendships. He was known as an encourager and mentor. He invested his time, his heart and his resources in people, and his words and actions will remain in their hearts and continue to influence their lives for years to come. Edward was born and raised in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. He received his law degree from the University of Saskatchewan and went on to practice law in Regina. In 1973, he moved to Vancouver where he continued as a partner with Swinton & Company and then Boughton Peterson Yang Anderson. From 1999 to 2019, he had a limited practice specializing in corporate law and served as a corporate director for many companies. He served as Chairman and CEO of Austpro Energy Corporation for 25 years and was still serving as a Board Member at U.S. Lime and Minerals at the time of his death. Edward’s exceptional intellect and enthusiasm for new ideas led him to devote his time and talents to the development and governance of non-profit organizations across Canada. He was a Founding Director and Board Chair for the Estey Centre for Law and Economics in International Trade at the U. of Sask. He also served as a Director and Chairman of the Board for Advanced Applied Physics Solutions (AAPs) and a Board Member for TRIUMF at UBC. Edward had many diverse interests including politics, books and sailing. Edward was a great Canadian who loved his country and contributed to Canadian society in many ways. At the young age of 26, his political savvy took him to the Saskatchewan Premier’s Office where he spent five years as the Executive Assistant to Premier Ross Thatcher and the Provincial Cabinet Secretary. That passion for politics became a constant in his life and he was proud to be a long-time member of the Conservative Party of Canada. Over the years, he was associated with political groups at all levels and involved in projects that were geared to creating a better Canada. He served on the Board of Directors for the Canada China Business Council, The Canada Japan Society of British Columbia and the Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children in Vancouver. Edward was also a longtime member of the Vancouver Board of Trade, The Vancouver Club, the Sir John A. Macdonald Historical Society, the Law Society of British Columbia and the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club. Sailing was his passion and many summer days were spent on trips around the Gulf and San Juan Islands. Edward’s life was well lived. He contributed to the good of others and to the good of his country. He was eloquent, authentic, genuine and true to his word. Above all else, Edward was a gentleman who lived his life with integrity and dignity. He was indeed an extraordinary man. He leaves behind an enormous legacy of friendships, but no one will miss him more than Theresa, his loving wife of 40 years. Those who were fortunate to witness first-hand their devotion to each other know that they shared a strong and genuine bond of love and respect. They were each other’s constant support, comfort and soul mate. Just as they brought each other joy in life, we know that the pain of this temporary separation will be deeply felt by Theresa. We weep now because he died; but we are all far richer because he lived. Edward requested that there be no funeral or memorial service. His ashes will be scattered in English Bay where he and Theresa spent so many special days onboard their sailboat, COSCOROBA. Those who wish to make a donation in Edward’s name are encouraged to consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada or a charity of your choice. With deep appreciation to close friend Susan Martinuk who wrote Edward’s Obituary and captured his spirit so beautifully. __________________________________________________
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WASSON: Maureen Joan Wasson September 18, 1932 until June 7, 2022 Age 89 Maureen passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Unity Long-Term Care Center on June 7, 2022. Maureen was predeceased by her parents – Violet and Andrew Loscombe. Husband – Keith Home Wasson. Son – Keith Loscombe Wasson. She is survived by Daughter – Randie Woytiuk (Brian). Son – Patrick Wasson. Daughter in Law – Lorraine Wasson. Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren Sarah Iverson (Dale) – Taylor and Matthew. Colleen Wasson – Michael, Charlie, Christopher. Andrew Woytiuk (Erin)– Kaye Lynn (Marentin) Fehr – Emily Collier– Quinn Woytiuk . Bryce Woytiuk (Michelle). Maureen was born in North Battleford and spent her younger years in Battleford. She married the love of her life Keith Wasson in 1953. They settled in Battleford where they had three children – Keith 1954, Randie 1956, and Patrick 1957. Unfortunately, her husband Keith passed away in 1971, and son Keith passed away in January 1993. She worked for many years at Land Titles, starting as a bookkeeper and retiring as the Deputy Registrar. Maureen retired from Land Titles at the age of sixty, so she could spend more time wither her Grandchildren who became the new loves of her life. Maureen and Keith were both heavily involved in both Guiding and Scouting. Maureen also became involved in Beavers with her young Grandsons. In 2009 Maureen gathered up her two cats and moved to Red Deer to spend time with her son Patrick. She certainly loved shopping in Red Deer. Alzheimer’s Disease started to take over in her later years which made Maureen move back to Unity to be with her daughter Randie. Losing her husband Keith at such a young age made her fiercely independent. She was not afraid to do anything. Maureen was always ready with her tools to get things fixed. We know she is where she needs to be, with her 2 Keith’s and all her fur babies. Love you Always. A private graveside service was held on Saturday June 11, 2022 at the Battleford Cemetery. Donations in Maureen’s honour can be made to the Battleford SPCA.
BRUNWALD: It is with profound sadness that the family of Vida Brunwald announce her sudden passing on June 17, 2022. Vida was born in North Battleford as the youngest daughter of the late Charles and Mae Bulbeck. She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Nester, children: Daniel (Laurie), Greg (Katie) and grandchildren: Graham (Kamille) and Tamara along with sisters: Charlesena Nachtegaele and Shirley Kulyk. She will be dearly missed by family and friends alike. Vida enjoyed family, gardening, and summers at the lake. Gardening in the backyard was her passion. A funeral will be held on Friday, June 24, 2022 at Third Avenue United Church, North Battleford, Sk. at 10:30 am with Reverend Dexter van Dyke as officiant. The service will be Live Streamed and can be viewed at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca/obituary/Vida-Brunwald In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Vida’s memory to the Battleford’s Union Hospital Foundation P.O. Box 1358 North Battleford, SK. S9A 3L8. Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium – Trevor Watts Funeral Director. Card of Thanks The family would like the thank Dr. Campbell, Dr. DuRand and the staff at the BUH for the excellent care that Mom received.
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TIMMERMAN: Shirley Timmerman (nee Fetter) of Saskatoon, (and formerly of Battleford) Saskatchewan passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 18, 2022 in palliative care at St. Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon, at the age of 80 years. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Vital Roman Catholic Church. Interment will follow the service in the City of North Battleford Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial donations in memory of Shirley may be directed to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium - Vanessa Macnab Funeral Director.
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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MEOTA NO. 468 Public Notice of a Discretionary Use
Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, that the RM of Meota No. 468 has received an application for a discretionary use. The application proposes to add an additional meeting unit and five (5) RV’s to an approved temporary construction camp that consists of 1 Sleeper unit (2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths), and 2 Apartment Units (2 Kitchens, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths) within the SE 1/4 Section 18-47-17W3M: Parcel S, Plan 102142235, adjacent to the Village of Meota. Please visit www. rmofmeota468.ca to view the site plan. The proposed development is located within the LR3 – Lakeshore Mixed Use Zoning District, and the proposed use is at the discretion of Council as per subclause 7A.2.2. a) of the RM of Meota Zoning Bylaw No. 02-2011.
Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at 1:15 pm in the RM of Meota office. Public may attend meetings via teleconference or in person. If you wish to attend the meeting via teleconference, please contact the RM Administrator, Kirk Morrison, at cao@rmmeota468.ca requesting meeting link invitation. If you wish to comment on this proposal, please do so in writing prior to Thursday, June 30, 2022, to Box 80, Meota, SK, S0M IX0 or by email to info468@ sasktel.net or robin@northboundplanning. ca. For additional information please contact the Municipal Planner at (306) 397-1000 or at robin@northboundplanning.ca. Robin Bloski, BA (Hons), MCIP, RPP RM of Meota Development Officer/Municipal Planner June 21, 2022
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AFFECTED LAND: The affected land is Parcel N, Plan 102367885, Parcel D, Plan BH3045 & Parcel A, Plan 101699321 and shown within the bold dashed line on the above map. REASON: The reason for the annexation is to accommodate lakeshore residential growth by adding the residential parcels into the boundaries of the Organized Hamlet of Maymont Beach. As these properties are currently located outside the Hamlet boundary.
PUBLIC INSPECTIONS: Any person may inspect the annexation at the RM office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. as well as between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding any statutory holidays. Copies will be available to the public by emailing robin@northboundplanning. ca . Written submissions regarding the proposed annexation will be accepted until July 8th, 2022 (four weeks after last publication in newspaper).
PUBLIC HEARING: The Public Hearing shall be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at the RM Office, 300 1st St. East, Meota, SK, S0M 1X0. Public may attend meetings via teleconference or in person. If you wish to attend the meeting via teleconference, please contact the RM Administrator, Kirk Morrison, at cao@rmmeota468.ca requesting meeting link invitation. Issued by the RM of Meota this 13th day of June 2022 Robin Bloski, MCIP, RPP Development Officer/Community Planner RM of Meota No. 468
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Runs well, well maintained, good tires, hours unknown. Serial # 62K4016 For more information or to view call 306-246-4222. Tenders will be received until August 17, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. Tenders to be submitted to the RM Office in person, mail, email or fax: R.M. of Meeting Lake, Box 26, Main Street, Mayfair, Sask. S0M 1S0 Email: rm466@sasktel.net Fax 306-246-4974 Loader will be sold as is, where is. Successful bidder will be contacted. The RM of Meeting Lake reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
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North West College is seeking expressions of interest from individuals with relevant education and experience in Social Work / Sociology. The proposed position will be sessional for face-to-face programming in either North Battleford and Meadow Lake.
A graduate degree in Social Work is a requirement for a teaching position.
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A deep dive into the troubles at The Lighthouse
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Continued from Page 8 Lighthouse members June 20. On July 3, 2021, Windels then purported to call an annual general meeting of the members for July 19, but no board approval was obtained. On July 5, 2021, Hepfner, Reddekopp and Hamilton presented to Windels a set of charges to initiate a process under The Lighthouse bylaws, with a stated intent of removing Windels from office as a board member and as executive director. The dispute goes to court Hepfner, Reddekopp and Hamilton then brought forward an Application Without Notice to Queen’s Bench court in Saskatoon on July 16, 2021. That application went before Queen’s Bench court with counsel for the applicants, for Windels and for The Lighthouse Supported Living Inc. present. On Sept. 10, 2021, Justice Gerecke made his ruling in which he ordered an investigation into The Lighthouse. The court has made the following statements in that court decision: “The Windels loan and the Mech Loan, both of which are admitted by Mr.
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Windels and Mr. Trudel, are deeply problematic. They never should have occurred. They may not rise to the level of fraud or dishonesty, but I need not determine that. “The Windels loan and Mech loan were in no way consistent with the charitable object or activities of The Lighthouse. The Lighthouse is not in the business of being a lender. If legal advice has been obtained at either time, as should have occurred, it undoubtedly would have been that The Lighthouse should not make those loans.” Later, Gerecke went on to state that “in any meetings concerning the loans that they received, Mr. Trudel and Mr. Windels should have fully recused themselves. Whether they did so is unclear. The evidence is unclear as to whether Mr. Windels was in the meeting where the Windels loan was approved, but in his two affidavits he did not deny participating in that meeting. Mr. Trudell signed unanimous resolutions in 2021 that extended the term for repayment of the Mech loan, so he failed to refuse himself from that decision as his fiduciary duties, the act and the bylaws required him to do.” The court determined the conduct made out a prima facie case that “the activities or affairs of The Lighthouse have been carried on or conducted, and the powers of the directors of an exercise, in a manner that is oppressive and is unfairly prejudicial” and “unfairly disregarded the interest of specific members (the applicants) and the members as a whole.” The court also determined the conduct of the Windels faction may also have been oppressive or unfairly prejudicial. The court cites that the AGM was called without board approval, and requisitioned the special meeting in an attempt to remove the audit and finance committee members, as well as director Salmon. The court found a prima facie case was made that the calling of such meetings “was an attempt to stifle investigations into whether there were more improper transactions.” Justice Gerecke then made the order for the investigation to proceed, and stated that upon receipt of the report he would consider what, if any, further relief was appropriate. MNP LLP was then appointed to conduct the investigation and issued their first report of the inspector on Oct. 15, 2021, and a second report on Oct. 25, 2021. Both reports have been filed with the court.
Stays were also issued on any action concerning the special meeting or the calling or holding of an annual general meeting by The Lighthouse, pending further order of the court. No board members were to be elected or removed, and the court also did not allow The Lighthouse to admit any new members or remove any members in the meantime, to ensure a faction does not attempt to “stack” a future members’ meeting. Court decision somewhat critical of directors The Dec. 6, 2021, ruling to remove Windels came as a result of an application on behalf of Hepfner, Reddekopp and Hamilton for an oppression remedy, under s.225 of The Non-profit Corporations Act. In his ruling, Justice Gerecke was also somewhat critical of the conduct of the directors for their actions in May 2021. He stated it would have been preferable for them to have ensured they had board approval before acting, but noted it would have been difficult to obtain more than a bare majority. “They were desperate to make something happen. They had no personal financial interests at stake. Rather, they were trying to act in the best interests of the Lighthouse, even if they did not do so following proper procedure.” He stated that he did not find the actions of Hamilton or Reddekopp sufficiently egregious — “not even close” — to warrant the removal of the two directors. “Indeed, they are the directors who have shown the greatest commitment to acting in the Lighthouse’s best interests,” he stated. Regarding Hepfner, Gerecke said he was a “tougher case.” “There is good reason to find that he should not remain on the board. “On the other hand, the organization will need continuity, and Mr. Hepfner played what I view as a valuable role as an applicant in these proceedings. He has been in the courtroom for all or most of the applications heard in this matter, continuing to be present in the face of substantial criticism concerning the roles he has played. It is evident that he is contrite, and I view him as currently acting in the best interest of The Lighthouse.” Justice Gerecke ruled that Hepfner’s position on the board be protected for at least a year, and Reddekopp and Hamilton’s Board memberships until Dec. 1, 2023. As well, effective Dec. 20, 2021 at 12:01 a.m.
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the order restraining The Lighthouse members from meeting was to end and have no further force or effect. In his concluding remarks Justice Gerecke said the following: “In at least some of his actions, going back many years, Don Windels lost sight of what really matters – that The Lighthouse be able to sustainably serve ‘the needs of the distressed, vulnerable, mentally-ill, those suffering from substance abuse, the homeless and destitute people in our communities on a 24-hourday/seven-days-a-week, year-in and year-out basis.’… Those are Mr. Windels’ own words. “Mr. Windels damaged that mission and The Lighthouse’s ability to carry it out by repeatedly commingling his personal interest with those of The Lighthouse, by failing to ensure that all transactions were recorded properly in The Lighthouse’s financial records, and by failing to ensure that The Lighthouse’s audit reports were complete and accurate. Those are breaches of the reasonable expectations of the applicants, The Lighthouse’s stakeholders and of the public that cannot go without remedy. “The orders I make are not to punish Mr. Windels. He loses his job and that will be severe for him. But punishment is not my objective. My orders are intended to ensure accountability and to be remedial – to make The Lighthouse as whole as possible and to help right the ship.” Further developments The Queen’s Bench decision is now under appeal. Since the ruling, there have been further developments involving the Lighthouse. It was reported the Saskatoon Fire Department had issued fines to The Lighthouse for multiple fire code and property maintenance violations, in response to fire inspections of the property in 2021 and 2022. They included 42 violations of the Fire Safety Act related to failing to maintain life safety systems and building systems. On Jan. 20, 2022, it was reported Windels was placed on leave and that Hepfner and Reddekopp had been appointed as interim managing directors of The Lighthouse by the board. “We are committed to The Lighthouse and the people who depend on it,” said Hepfner. “Our focus has always been and will continue to be on ensuring it is a healthy organization that serves its clients effectively, respects people and is worthy of community support.”
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Honesty inside and out - keep your vehicle clean I announced to Ed, my old neighbour in Saskatchewan, that I had acted to rectify my car’s neglect. The dirt and grime from last winter’s and this spring’s road travel covered the outside. An accumulation of trash from MacDonald’s and Tim Hortons take-out visits littered the inside. The back seat can double as a trash can. I washed and waxed the outside of the car and vacuumed the inside of my Malibu. I thought it was in an excellent state of cleanliness until the wife pointed out that the trunk was still a mess. So, I tidied it up too to complete the car’s total cleanup. I admit my car cleanups are
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raymaher085@gmail.com usually overdue. Ed says cleaning a vehicle shows pride in ownership. He keeps his pickup truck in showroom condition and has no patience for people who don’t keep their cars or trucks looking fine all the time. He reminds me of the person who cleans their house every day
whether it needs it or not. It is certain everyone has their particular priorities. Ed’s goal is a clean truck at all times. Ed and I both feel we should make honesty one of our daily ideals. I told Ed one time that the way he thinks about honesty is Biblical. He wasn’t sure what I meant, so I said to
him. Here’s what the Bible states clearly about honesty. 1 Peter 3:10: “Whoever desires to love life and see good days, let him keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit.” Colossians 3:9: “Do not lie to one another.” Exodus 20:16: “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour. My old neighbour said that he did agree with those three points, but I probably could not find much more he would agree with wholeheartedly from the Bible. I quickly told him that he hates what the Lord hates in seven ways. Ed said, “if I don’t agree with what God hates, I don’t
want you preaching at me or if I do agree. “Fair enough,” I said. “I agree, but you must tell me if you do hate the seven things God hates.” “I will let you know,” Ed promised me. I read from Proverbs 6:16-19, “There are six things that the Lord hates, seven that are an abomination to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue and hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that make haste to run to evil, a false witness who breathes out lies and one who sows discord among brothers.” Ed said, “Yes, I agree with the Lord, as I too hate those seven things,
but that doesn’t mean I’m ready for God or Him for me. Knowing what is right, isn’t the same as always doing right. Clean vehicles become dirty shortly after you clean them. Clean doesn’t last long.” Ed is correct. We cannot stay sinless long, believers in God sin. King David sinned in adultery and murder. David knew that God’s love for sinners is greater than their sin. He confessed his shame and remorse to God, trusting that God’s love would blot out his sin. Day by day, God is ready to meet us with loving forgiveness when we come before him as honest sinners seeking His forgiveness.
Worship Together Spend some quality family time together. Worship at the church of your choice. Our community has a number of churches and a variety of denominations for you & your family.
(RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4
TerriTorial Drive alliance church 306-445-5158 www.tdac.ca
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PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do
DAILY: Tues., 7 p.m. Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted
Corner of Scott & Territorial Dirve Sun. 9:15 am & 11:00 am Ministries for the whole family
WEEKEND: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays - 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
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St. Georges Anglican Church Battleford Sunday @ 5:00 p.m. St. Paul’s Anglican Church North Battleford Sunday @ 11:00 a.m. Battle River Parish YouTube channel Contact: 306 445 4155 stpaulnb@sasktel.net
Rev. Trevor Malyon
1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK Reverend George Yando Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome
Living Water Ministry
Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford
Sr. Pastor Brian Arcand Pastor Anand George Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385
Sunday Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Pastor: Dean Covert
Church Phone 306-445-4181
All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish 902 - 108th Street, North Battleford
Divine Liturgy: Sundays at 4:00 p.m. Celebrant: Very Rev. Janko Kolosnjaji 306-664-2301 (Office) 306-244-2604 (Home)
Battleford United Church 52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK
306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley
SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.
1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)
Battlefords Cowboy Church Services 1st & 3rd Thursday of each Month
Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m. PASTOR - Rick Martin
Third Avenue United Church
ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S
Sunday Worship Services at 10:30 am
Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.
Rev. Dexter van Dyke
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Live Streaming Available at www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net
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Sunday Afternoon Service 3:00 p.m. Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.
LIVING FAITH Sunday Services 10:30 am CHAPEL 1372 102nd St 306-445-3009
Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church
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Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath
Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada WORSHIP SERVICES The second and fourth Sunday of each month at 10:30 A.M.
Church & CE Wing: 306-893-2611 For booking the Wing: 306-893-4729
Various Weekly Programs Pastor Casey Sitter www.livingfaithchapel.ca
1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford
Come Join Us Sundays at 11:00 am Loving God Growing Together Serving Others Phone Church: 306-445-4818 Fax: 306-445-8895 Email: tbcnb@sasktel.net www.trinitybaptistchurch.ca
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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Native Prairie Appreciation Week
Drawing attention to at-risk ecosystem systems on earth. Native prairie ecosystems are some of the most at-risk ecosystems in the world. Native Prairie Appreciation Week is an opportunity to draw attention to the need to conserve these important areas.
Sasktoday.ca The government of Saskatchewan has proclaimed June 19 to 25 as Native Prairie Appreciation Week. Native prairie is a grassland ecosystem that is one of the most diverse
The Saskatchewan Prairie Conservation Action Plan (SK PCAP) has been spearheading this initiative since 1999. They have a variety of activities planned to celebrate, including urban awareness booths at the Regina, Swift
Current and Moose Jaw farmers markets giving away native seed packets, an activity checklist, a youth poster contest, a social media photo contest, a webinar and a pasture tour, planned with the Society for Range Management-
Prairie Parkland Chapter. “The diversity of plants, animals and insects found on native prairie is amazing and unfortunately disappearing, so we want to encourage everyone to learn more about native prairie and find out how they can
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