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Here is a rundown of highlights for the planning committee meeting of council at City Hall on Monday night. A couple of inquiries highlighted the meeting, which resumed the regular schedule of committee meetings at City Hall following the summer break. One prominent topic was the pending return of the F.E. Holliday water treatment plant to full production, a prominent topic at council a week earlier. A week earlier, council had decided the GE filtration system and the supply line from the Town of Battleford’s water treatment plant would be decommissioned and the F.E. Holliday would resume full operations sourcing water from the North Saskatchewan River. The indication was that the Battleford water line would be turned off that week. Mayor Ryan Bater asked for an update on the situation. In response, city manager Jim Puffalt reported the water from the Battleford water line was indeed turned off on Friday, as expected. This does not mean the line is completely out of commission. “It’s still active, as we’ve talked about doing, for another couple of weeks,” said Puffalt. But the line to Battleford has been turned off. Director of utilities Stewart Schafer also confirmed that both the Battleford line and the G.E. Filtration system had been shut off, and they were now starting to take water directly from the intakes in the river. The GE filtration system is still connected, but Schafer said the water is no longer running

through it. “What we’ve done is just open the intakes straight in,” said Schafer. The city’s leisure facilities were the subject of an inquiry by Councillor Kelli Hawtin, who asked whether the city had looked into putting hand dryers in all the washrooms in city facilities. The suggestion had been raised in a conversation with a constituent who thought it might be greener, and also save money on the use of paper towels. Director of Leisure Services Bill Samborski responded that the city had looked into the idea of a conversion a couple of years ago, but learned that the dryers were actually not as clean or healthy as they might seem. “They’re high powered, they dry nice, but they’re full of bacteria,” said Samborski. The high capital cost of converting to them was

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instant-on and instant-off capabilities as well. Councillor Kevin Steinborn thanked the city for “the hard work for all the facilities.” He noted he’d seen the new lights during the pre-season games at the rink. “Everybody’s commenting on the lights,” said Steinborn, saying they’ve made a “big, big difference.”

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Dear Editor It might be 30 years since I remarked that we are products of our own era. I doubt if I am the only person who ever said that. Anyone who grew up during the Second World War, for example, grew up with a wartime mentality. So did our government. Rationing was a way of life; it was also expected that young men should go off to war. It didn’t mean it was good. No one raised much objection when innocent Japanese Canadians were incarcerated after the government of Japan caused bombs to be dropped on the United States naval base at Pearl Harbour. It was all just part of the Canadian government’s mindset during the war, and it was the mindset of most Canadians. I have some beautiful DVDs on gardens of the world. Two of these feature the garden of George Washington whom the people of the USA call the father of their country. And each time those sections appear I am compelled to mutter, “George Washington’s slaves made those gardens.” In those days the white man’s mindset was that was why the black man was created. The mindset of the era. In the research Pierre Burton made for his books on Canada he discovered that Washington shrugged off atrocities practiced on United Empire Loyalists. When a group of clergyman approached him to beg that he get it stopped, he said, “They’re just Loyalists.” The people of the United States should tear down statues of Washington, erase his name from everything, don’t you think? It is no news that Sir John A. Macdonald had racist tendecies; it was not unusual in his time. It is also true he was a drunkard.

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In the face of Prime Minister Trudeau’s proposed tax changes to Canadian private corporations, entrepreneurs and professionals may decide running their own business isn’t worth the sacrifice. employment insurance, maternity benefits, employer contribution to Canada Pension Plan, health benefits, employment standards, consistent pay heques, pension contributions, paid sick days and employee stock options. Entrepreneurs do have the privilege of losing their personal assets and, for the time being, income

splitting. But that income splitting will disappear with the changes. The accounting costs to file taxes will go much higher. Taxation rates will go from high to confiscatory on investment income and capital gains. Looking at the list above, it makes one wonder why anyone would want to go into business? That’s the general trend

of the discussion. These people take enormous risks to be in business. In doing so, they employ many people whose own risks in life are largely diminished. So why are they now being punished? Our daughter, Katrina, is constantly asking about different possible career paths. She is very cognizant that she is in Grade 8, and the class choices she makes in Grade 10 will have a profound impact on her future. I keep explaining to her the various different trades and professions, but I also point out a consistent message: the people who get ahead the furthest, from my experience, are the people who own their own business. And it’s not just the people running the trucking firms or retail stores. A doctor or dentist’s practice is, in fact, their own business. So is a law firm in many cases. Ditto for many plumbers, farmers, and electricians. For everyone else who works in the private sector, but is not a business owner themselves, their job is primarily to make money for the people who own those businesses. That

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receptionist at the doctor’s office is there to ensure the doctor can continue to see patients, and bill for those treatments. So what would happen to Canadian society if, after these proposed tax changes take affect, a huge swath of the Canadian small business and professional class, just said, “To hell with it?” Most of them don’t have that luxury of mobility. They can’t just relocate their business elsewhere, be it farming, retail or legal. But some can – particularly medical professionals. Doctors and dentists could easily pick up and find work south of the border. Poof! Years and years of work trying to build up the number of doctors in this country could erode like a sand castle in the path of a hurricane storm surge. Faced with Trudeau’s proposed changes, a great many Canadian business people are questioning if they should shrug, too. And if they do, we are in serious trouble. Brian Zinchuk is editor of Pipeline News. He can be reached at brian. zinchuk@sasktel.net.

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Leadership race update: Wyant quits fed Liberals, Beaudry-Mellor says remove PST on insurance The race for the Saskatchewan Party leadership heated up this past week as candidates continued to make announcements on their policy positions. On Tuesday while opening his campaign office, candidate Gord Wyant announced he was cancelling his federal membership in the Liberal Party of Canada. Wyant’s Liberal membership had come under scrutiny early in the campaign, with questions raised from Sask Party rank and file on whether his federal affiliation would compromise his commitment to Sask Party principles such as opposing the federal carbon tax. In a statement, Wyant indicated his desire to work “in the best interests of the province” and expressed the view that a new leader should not be associated with any federal party.

ohn Cairns LEG WATCH newsoptimist.john@sasktel.net “As a result, I have written the Liberal Party of Canada and cancelled my membership,” said Wyant in a statement. “To be clear, my only political allegiance now and going forward is to the Saskatchewan Party.” Wyant also committed to return the Sask Party to annual policy conventions, and he also pledged a comprehensive review of all party policy prior to the 2020 general election. “I have heard from many long-time members

of our Party who are feeling disengaged, or who have not renewed their memberships, because they felt there was no reason to,” Wyant said. “This is a concern.” The same day, Tina Beaudry-Mellor, MLA for Regina University, expressed her support for a position that has found some favour among those in the leadership race: endorsing the reinstatement of the PST exemption for insurance premiums that had been removed as part

NB to host leadership debate By John Cairns Staff Reporter

There will be six official Saskatchewan Party leadership debates held before a new leader is chosen and it has been announced that North Battleford will be the site for one of them. Nov. 16 has been set as the date for the North Battleford debate. The venue is the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts and it

runs from 7 to 9 p.m. that evening. The others are Oct. 19 in Swift Current, Oct. 26 in Melfort, Nov. 4 in Saskatoon (at the party’s convention), Nov. 30 in Weyburn and Dec. 7 in Regina. The party announced the debate schedule in a news release Monday morning. All candidates who have been officially nominated at least one week in

advance of a debate will be able to participate. As well, Saskatchewan Party members and credentialed media will be welcome to attend the debates. Further details are available on the party’s website. The Sask Party has also sent out a Tweet indicating that leadership candidates were welcome to organize additional debates with media or other third-party hosts. 17094AX0 17094AX1

of this spring’s provincial budget. “What I am hearing from the people of Saskatchewan, families, farmers, and small business owners, is taxing insurance premiums unfairly adds another layer of financial burden at a time of mounting competition and cost,” said Beaudry-Mellor in a news release. “The Saskatchewan Party always said we would be the kind of government who would admit a mistake and would listen. I am listening. We have rising utilization pressures in our human services ministries; this is not the time to impose a tax on individuals, farms, and businesses that are trying to be responsible about their financial security during tough economic times.” While his competitors touted policy positions, Ken Cheveldayoff’s campaign opted to tout campaign momentum by releasing the names of nine MLAs who have endorsed Cheveldayoff for leader so

far. The names are Randy Weekes, (Biggar-SaskValley), Laura Ross (Regina Rochdale), David Buckingham, (Saskatoon Westview), Greg Brkich (Arm River), Delbert Kirsch (Batoche), Warren Michelson (Moose Jaw North), Eric Olauson (Saskatoon University), Colleen Young (Lloydminster) and Warren Steinley (Regina Walsh Acres). “I am pleased to receive the endorsement of several colleagues,” said Cheveldayoff in a statement. “As we build our future for Saskatchewan, I’m looking forward to working with this vibrant group of MLAs with a strong mix of urban and rural backgrounds.” Last week, Cheveldayoff officially filed his nomination papers in the leadership race, joining Rosthern-Shellbrook MLA Scott Moe as an officially nominated candidate. Both Gord Wyant and Alanna Koch announced Monday on Twitter they had also of-

ficially filed with the party as well. Last week, Koch issued a policy statement of her own in which she turned her focus on the federal Liberals for introducing small business tax changes, changes that have come under heavy opposition fire in recent days. “The prohibition on tax splitting is only one of the Liberals’ proposed changes, all of which will have many other effects on Saskatchewan,” said Koch in a statement Sept. 13. “In a province that has to work very hard to attract and retain doctors, the Liberals’ tax measures will encourage doctors to move to the US. The Liberal proposals will also have significant impact on entrepreneurship by impacting those willing to invest into growing our economy. “As Premier, I would stand up for Saskatchewan small business owners and farm families by taking the fight straight to Ottawa on these disastrous proposals,” said Koch.

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boards, councils and/or committees, to apply. Meetings will take place in Regina, Saskatoon and other locations in Saskatchewan. The time commitment ranges from four to 12 days a year, and travel expenses and an honorarium will be paid.

Resumes should be sent to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health, Partnerships and Workforce Planning Branch, 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK S4S 6X6, or email rbayliss@ health.gov.sk.ca. The closing date for submission of resumés is Oct. 10.

Health ministry seeking volunteers for health councils

The Ministry of Health is seeking volunteers to fill public representative positions on 26 self-regulating health councils in Saskatchewan. Self-regulating health professional associations include the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association, Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals, the Saskatchewan Association of Optometrists, the Saskatchewan Dental Hygienists’ Association and many others. A full list can be found by visiting www.saskatchewan. ca and searching “health professional associations.” The Ministry asks residents with relevant education and employment experience, along with prior experience on volunteer

National nod for Gold Eagle Lodge Staff More prestigious recognition has come to the local business Gold Eagle Lodge. The Tourism Industry Association of Canada announced the hotel was a finalist for a Canadian Tourism Awards. Gold Eagle Lodge is up 17094EE0

in the category of Air Canada Business of the Year, along with Eagle Wing Tours Ltd. and Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre. Winners will be announced at a gala ceremony in Gatineau on Nov. 29. The North Battlefordbased hotel has won a number of awards since opening in 2006. Those include a number of Saskatchewan Tourism Awards of Excellence as well as a past nomination for a Canadian Tourism Award. In a statement, Tourism Saskatchewan CEO Mary Taylor-Ash cited the key role that professional development of the staff played in the hotel’s success. “Gold Eagle Lodge is one of the stars of our industry, said its CEO Mary Taylor-Ash, “for its leadership in areas of human resources and employee professional development, for its investments in its people and in property enhancements, and for its commitment to exceptional guest experiences.”

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It was an exciting day for those involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters in the Battlefords. Mayor Ryan Bater officially proclaimed Sept. 18 as Big Brothers Big Sisters Day in North Battleford. Bater signed the proclamation at City Hall on Monday morning. In attendance was Renee Sperling, program coordinator for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Battlefords. To their knowledge this is the first time the day has ever been proclaimed in North Battleford. The organization is known for matching a young person one-to-one with an adult male or female who can serve as a friend or mentor. Sperling said their local organization approached City Hall about the idea of a proclamation for Sept. 18, which is the date designated to celebrate the work of BBBS nationally across Canada. “We reached out to Mayor Bater in the summer, just before August I think, to see if this would be something they would be interested in supporting,” said Sperling. They immediately got an email back supporting the idea and asking for more information. Last week, the proclamation was officially read at city council. “It’s really an indication of the work that we’ve done in the last couple of years and sort of this revitalization of this organization and the importance of mentoring youth in our community,” said Sperling.

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– throughout the month,. Big Brothers Big Sisters has offices located just one floor below in the same building. The organization has recently seen an upsurge in enrollment by youth and families and hope the excitement from the month will translate to some new volunteers they might be able to match to youth. “We’re really overwhelmed by the amount of support that we’ve gotten,” said Sperling. “It’s really magical to have that relationship between us and the city, to see these types of things happening in support of community-based organizations.” More information can be found on Facebook at Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Battlefords or online at www.bbbsbattlefords. ca. Their office number is 306-445-7845.

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More students than expected at NBCHS By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter

The first day of school in Living Sky School Division began Tuesday, Sept. 5, and the division has released attendance data, as they do annually. Director of Education Brenda Vickers said apart from North Battleford Comprehensive High School, there were few surprises in attendance numbers. The total number of students in the division, according to a report at the Sept. 13 board meeting, was 5,674, including homeschooled students and students from colony schools. The projected number of students was 5,526 for this time of year. A surprise in attendance was the student population at the Comp, in which

182 more students were in classes than expected. Vickers said it’s not uncommon for the Comp to start with a higher-thanprojected student population, but “I think all of us recognize it’s not going to go down to what we projected.” Vickers said Grades 8 and 10 have higher-thanexpected populations, and they’ll be adding a Grade 8 teacher. Meanwhile, Leoville has 30 students less than projected. Numbers are expected to fluctuate then stabilize as class continues. Last year, the total number of students on Sept. 30, 2017 was 5,719. May 31, 2017 projections were 5,608, while the actual total was 5,560. A policy involving cases that don’t have guidelines

Fire department seeks volunteers By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter

The Battleford Fire Department is looking for more volunteer firefighters. Eligible volunteers must live in Battleford, and must be physically fit in order to pass a medical. Training is in-house, and every Monday the fire department has organized training sessions. Mayor Ames Leslie said training time and oncall time is compensated, along with time at a scene

or responding to a call. The volunteer fire department covers the town, the RM of Battle River, and a large area around Delmas, Wilkie, and Red Pheasant and Sweetgrass First Nations. “If you’re 18 or 55 and want to give back to your community, it’s a great way to come down and be part of the town,” Leslie said. For more details concerning the Sept. 18 Battleford town council meeting, see next week’s Regional Optimist.

Building permits still up By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Despite a down month of August, building permit values in North Battleford are still ahead of last year’s pace for the year. According to the statistics presented at the city’s planning committee meeting Monday night, for the year to date 85 permits have been issued for $16,691,625. That compares to 93 permits issued for $13,526,900 last year. For August, however, permits are down from the

same month a year earlier. Ten permits were issued for $702,500, compared with 13 for $1,743,500 for August 2016. At the planning committee meeting Monday night, city manager Jim Puffalt noted it was a very quiet month. He also noted that some major progress has been seen at the site of the new Comfort Inn and Suites hotel on Carlton Trail, particularly with the arrival of a number of units that were constructed off site that will be part of the project.

for administrative action would give the director of education the authority to act, with such actions to be reviewed at the following board meeting. Other highlights of the meeting: An HR procedure was removed involving a maximum of $10,500 to be made available annually for the Doctoral Degree Support Program. The program was available to teaching staff who had completed ten years of permanent, continuous service with Living Sky or predecessor boards. The eligible amount home-schooled students receive from the division for purchasing resources, materials and services decreased from a maximum of $650 per student to $500 per student. There are currently 101 home-based students in the division. A presentation by new director of education Brenda Vickers regarding drafting a new strategic plan took up most of the time during the meeting. The process of drafting a strategic plan will continue throughout the year. Much of the plan will comprise what is already in the Education Sector Strategic Plan, but Vickers spoke of the importance of putting it in Living Sky’s own words. Vickers’ report also included appointments of Candice Kraft as viceprincipal of Kerrobert Composite School, and Lindsay Charabin as viceprincipal of Battleford Central School; McKitrick’s interior work is completed with exterior work close to being finished; Connaught’s boilers are completed and the roof replacement has started. It was announced that Josh Weenie of North Battleford Comprehensive High School was a successful recipient of the Prince of Wales & Duchess of Cornwall Scholarship worth $500. A presentation by Jim Shevchuk, superintendent of learning, took up most of the meeting afterward. Shevchuk sits on a committee that discusses changes to the Education Act. See future Regional Optimists for more details on the committee.

Lions Award Cash Prizes

The North Battleford Lions Club has awarded the winners in their annual cash draw. Left to right are club secretary Harold Bishop, winners of $5,000 first prize Doug and Jean Brehon of Maymont, cash draw chairman Rod Russell and club president Gord Mullet. The draw was made Aug. 18.

Left to right are club secretary Harold Bishop, second prize $500 winner Connie Walker of North Battleford, cash draw chairman Rod Russell and club president Gord Mullet. The club is grateful to everyone who supported the draw to enable the North Battleford Lions Club to give back to the community. Photos submitted

Robbery, serious injuries reported at Panton residence Staff Battlefords RCMP responded to 182 calls for service between Friday, Sept. 15 at 6 a.m. and Monday, Sept. 18 at 6 a.m., including: On Sept. 16 at 3:58 p.m. Battlefords RCMP were dispatched to a residence on the 9000 block of Panton Avenue in North Battleford for a report of a robbery and assault with a weapon. Initial investigation re-

vealed a 23-year-old man entered a residence with an adult male, an adult female and two youth inside. An altercation occurred, resulting in what were described as serious injuries to the two males. The 23-year-old man was subsequently taken to hospital and placed under arrest. The second male was also transported to hospital with what were described as serious injuries. The adult female was treated for minor injuries. The two

youth were not physically injured. Investigators do not believe this is a random incident. Battlefords RCMP including Battlefords Detachment, General Investigation Section and Forensic Identification Services continue to investigate. If you have information about this crime, please contact the Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720 or call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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North West College uses new off-site facility By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter

After serving as Centennial Park School and Phoenix School, the building north of Lawrence School will now serve as North West College’s new off-site facility. Administrators expect the facility to train over 100 students in programs not limited to industrial mechanics, essentials for the workplace and adult basic education. North West College previously had to use space in a number of places in the Battlefords, including warehouses and churches. The new location will consolidate the offerings from different locations, and will also serve as office space. North West College president and CEO Tavia Laliberte said the college has a contract with Living Sky School Division to use the facility for a year, and will assess possibilities for future use in the spring. The facility is called Mistikwa Centre. Mistikwa is a Cree word for a “cluster of growing trees,” and Mistikwa Community College, founded in 1975, was the college’s name before becoming North West College. North West College offers a number of certificate and diploma programs with campuses in North

Tanis Studney, Tavia Laliberte, Melanie Roberts and Ken Hodgson cut the ribbon to introduce the new facility. Photos by Josh Greschner

Battleford and Meadow Lake. Laliberte said there are 20 delivery sites across the region, and two thirds of programming is delivered on campus while one third is in First Nations communities and small communities in the region. North West College programming is delivered as far north as Meadow Lake, as far east as Duck Lake, and as far south as Unity. Melanie Roberts, director of programs, took those in attendance at the ribbon cutting on a tour. Support staff, student support services, career counselors and security staff will occupy space near the entrance. There are a number

of classrooms in the building’s north end, along with a shop. Computers will be offered on a rolling cart. Before Christmas every instructor in North West College’s new off-site facility will be a gentleman, while, of the six people involved in the ribbon cutting, five were women. North West College board chair Ken Hodgson said the Mistikwa Centre is “a temporary solution to a chronic space issue at North West College,” and with 2,600 students trained annually, the college’s main campus continually exceeds capacity. As student enrolment has increased over the

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years, Laliberte said funding has reduced year-toyear or maintained status quo. She said the provincial budget earlier this year “very heavily impacted” the college. Funding for the college comes from the Ministry of Advanced Education and the Ministry of the Economy, along with third party funding including businesses and First Nations communities. Laliberte and Hodgson both mentioned the possibility of a stand-alone campus for North West College in the Battlefords as enrolment increases. “When you look at the community we serve and

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Living Stone to play Territorial Drive Alliance Church Submitted

Living Stone will be in town Sunday, Oct. 1 at the Territorial Alliance Church at 7 p.m. Admission is free, and free will offerings will be accepted. Living Stone is a Contemporary Christian band now based in Nevada. The group began in the Twin Cities (Minnesota) area in 1997. In July of 2004 the band released their first album Spirit Whisper, followed, by Another Shade of Blue in 2010 and most recently Purpose of My Days in 2015. Lead vocalist Evangeline Jackson is a member of the Prairie Island Indian Community, a Dakota tribe located near Red Wing, Minn. She grew up on the

Fort Traverse reservation near Sisseton, South Dakota. She began singing at the age of four, performing gospel music with her family. In 1986 she married Randy Jackson, a member of the Whitefish Lake First Nation, a Cree tribe in Alberta. Both performed with the group SonRise, one of the first aboriginal groups to perform all original Christian music. Sonrise toured North America until 1995. The music of Living Stone involves a wide range of influences, but their style is not easily described. With guitar driven songs and lyrics reflecting their faith, their music is well received by listeners of all ages.

Lead vocalist/bass player Evangeline Jackson and guitarist/vocalist Randy Jackson have been involved in Christian music in various contexts for the majority of their lives. Currently the group tours as a three piece with guitar, bass and drums. Their music is almost all original songs written by Randy Jackson. For the current tour, Randy’s brother Stan Jackson will be playing drums for the group. Their latest album, Purpose of My Days, is available on their website at www.livingstone. band. Current posts and tour information can also be found on Facebook at ht t ps://w w w. fac ebo ok. com/livingstone70X7

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Poundmaker’s Floyd Favel up for Sask Arts Award Staff A local artist and filmmaker from Poundmaker Cree Nation has been nominated for a Saskatchewan Arts Award. Floyd Favel is one of three shortlisted nominees in the Artistic Excellence category. The other nominees in the category are Amalie Atkins of Saskatoon, and Kenneth T. Williams, also of Saskatoon. According to the bio provided by Saskatchewan

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in Saskatchewan and national organizations and taught his original methods at the University of Toronto, Concordia University and the University of Ottawa, among others. Favel also conducts workshops and special events at his Kulture House on Poundmaker Cree Nation. He has an independent company called Miyawata Culture, and this year has been shooting an independent feature film called Sweet Cherry Wine.

Overall, there are five categories up for grabs including Emerging Artist, Leadership - Individual, Leadership - Organization, and Arts and Learning. The Lieutenant Governor’s Lifetime Achievement Recipient will be honoured as well and that is going to Jack Sures of Regina, a renowned ceramist and art educator. The awards will be handed out Oct. 26 at the Remai Modern in Saskatoon. For more information visit saskartsboard.ca.

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Raptor identification My family recently returned from holidays in B.C. It was a marathon trip filled with detours due to the fires and, of course, construction. I did most of the driving and enjoyed it. Now that the kids have their iPad with them, they are not as interested in helping dad pick out different birds on the highway or fields. Sure, they were impressed with a grizzly bear, a big horn sheep or mountain goat, but not by our flatland ducks and hawks. Even when I asked my wife about a bird on top of the power pole, I got the eye roll because I interrupted an Ed Sheeran song and then get the doozy of an answer – a duck. Well, today is your lucky day, as I know there are many out there who enjoy looking at our hawks and falcons while driving to your favourite destinations. Of course, paying attention to where you are driving is always most important, but identifying different bird species can be a great way to pass the time. So I will start with raptors. In Saskatchewan, we have four different types of raptors. These are owls, hawks, falcons and eagles. It would be five if you included the turkey vulture. We have twelve different species of owls, five species of falcons, 10 species of hawks and two species of eagles in Saskatchewan. The more common falcons include the merlin and kestrel. Falcons can be distinguished from hawks by their size and wing shape. Hawks are larger than falcons and tend to glide more in flight. Many of the identification characteristics used in raptor ID require you to see the bird up close to distinguish juveniles and females. But some have characteristics that you can see at a distance. Northern harrier – This hawk is commonly found gliding low above fields and wetlands looking for food. The distance above the ground is a pretty good clue that it’s a harrier. This bird is easy to recognize from a distance because it has a distinct white rump patch and a relatively long tail that you can see while it is flying. Up close, the harrier has a facial disk similar to an owl. These birds are also sometimes referred to as marsh hawks. Red-tailed hawk – This is one of the larger hawks found on the prairies. Adults will have a reddish/rust-coloured tail that is visible during flight. Another key feature at a distance is the dark band across the light-coloured underbelly of the bird. Red-tailed hawks have very broad, rounded wings with a short, wide tail.

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They can be found perched on telephones poles, fence posts, or trees, standing alone or along the edges of fields. Swainson’s hawk – Is another common raptor found on the prairies. An immature Swainson’s hawk can be distinguished from an immature red-tailed hawk by looking at the underside in flight. The outer wing feathers of Swainson’s hawk are dark and make a large dark swath along the wing edge, and the body is all pale. Redtailed hawks have pale outer wing feathers, making a narrow dark edge along the wing and the breast has a dark belly band. Mature Swainson’s hawks have a white belly with a very noticeable brown bib/crescent shape on its breast. Cooper’s hawk – This medium-sized hawk is commonly found in urban areas with lots of trees and song birds for it to eat. It flies through the tree canopy with ease in pursuit of its next meal. Adults are a steely blue grey with dark bars on the belly. The tail looks long in flight and is rounded at the base with wide bars across it. Cooper’s hawks fly with a “flap, flap, glide” pattern. If you get really close to one, the adults also have red eyes. This species is often confused with the sharp-shinned hawk, although overall size of the bird and shape of the tail can differentiate the two species. Cooper’s hawks are larger and have a more

rounded tail. Eagles – In Saskatchewan, we have the golden eagle and bald eagle. These two birds are about the same size. Many use the white head and tail of the bald eagle as an ID characteristic, but the truth is that many immature bald eagles have brown heads similar to the golden eagle. There are two ways that I know of to differentiate between the two birds. One is to look at the beak. The bald eagle has a yellow beak, while the golden eagle has a yellow beak with a black tip. The other way is to get right close to it. Bald eagles have no feathers down to the tarsus (toes). Golden eagles have feathers right down to the toes. The underside of the wing can be another differentiating feature between immature bald eagles and golden eagles and consulting a field guide can help you distinguish what you may be observing. Osprey - We also have ospreys in Saskatchewan. They are normally found in the northern parts of the province near water which provide its primary food source .... fish. Its toes are of equal length and the talons are quite rounded. The other unique thing about the osprey is that they have an outer toe which is reversible. This allows it to move so that there are two toes in the front and two in the back. This makes it easier for them to grab fish out of the water. Owls have this same characteristic. Ospreys have a full white belly with a white crown on its head and a dark eye stripe. In flight, the wings look particularly elongated and are bowed while soaring. Merlins – This bird is a bird lover’s least favourite raptor. These fierce little falcons make meals out of many song and shorebirds. Merlins are small, and fast-flying with relatively drab colouration (ranging from blue-gray to brown, depending on gender and

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geographical region). Kestrels – These are Saskatchewan’s smallest raptor. It is the most colorful of all Saskatchewan raptors with slate bluecoloured wings and a rust-coloured back and tail. The female also has rust-coloured wings. Both the male and female have black vertical bars in front and behind the eyes. Not as

much of a threat to songbirds as a merlin, kestrels often attack their prey on the ground. In the next couple of columns, I plan to start getting into the hunting related topics as that time is coming soon. Until next time…keep your rod tip up. Ministry of Environment conservation officer

Lindsey Leko has spent more than 25 years as a conservation officer in Saskatchewan. For many years, Officer Leko contributed a column to local papers on a variety of issues related to hunting, fishing, and other resourcerelated issues. If you have questions, please contact lindsey.leko@gov.sk.ca.

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Stars show improvement in pre-season wins By Lucas Punkari Sports Reporter

It still remains to be seen where exactly the Battlefords Stars will fit in the grand scheme things as the Saskatchewan Midget AAA Hockey League season gets underway this weekend. However, if the early returns are any indication, the team should make it back to the post-season after missing out on the playoffs this past winter. Heading into their final pre-season game Sunday at 2 p.m. when they’ll host the Alberta Midget Hockey League’s Lloydminster Bobcats at the Civic Centre, the Stars have had strong showings in 5-2 and 8-2 home wins over the Saskatoon Contacts and the Beardy’s Blackhawks. “We’ve got some guys that can score and we got some guys that have got skill,” Stars head coach Norm Johnston said. “I’m pretty happy with the way we’re going to score goals, but the defensive side of the puck is going to drive me crazy, so we’re going to work on that going forward.” The Stars will be showcasing a different style of play this season, as Johnston wants the team to have more of a focus on puck posession. “We don’t want to dump and chase,” Johnston said. “You can practice puck posession, but that’s not

Battlefords Stars netminder Carter Serhyenko turned aside a shot from the Saskatoon Contacts during a pre-season Saskatchewan Midget AAA Hockey League game at the Civic Centre. Photo by Lucas Punkari

against anybody. As soon as they have opposition, then they get scrambly and don’t know where the puck is. “Our defensive play is going to be a work in progress all winter long. We’re not offensively challenged, but we’re offensively greedy. As such, we want to score, and sometimes we don’t come back hard enough.” The forward group has been strengthed during the summer, especially with the additions of Matt Al-

lardyce and Ty Mossiman from the Swift Current Legionaires and the Prince Albert Mintos respectively. “We have lots of speed and lots of skill all around the ice,” Allardyce said. “Everyone on the team can move the puck around really well.” The one question mark on the roster is with returning scorer Adam Beckman, as the Saskatoon forward has signed a contract with the Western Hockey League’s Spokane Chiefs and could make

his debut with the team Friday night on the road against the Prince George Cougars. “We’re not sure what we’ll do if he doesn’t come back,” Johnston said of Beckman, who is currently pencilled in to play on a line with Mossiman and Damon McKenzie. “If he stays in Spokane, we’ll have to look for another player, either from within our group or outside of it.” In the game against the Contacts on Sept. 12,

McKenzie led the way offensively with a pair of goals and an assist, while Allardyce scored twice and Mosimann had a goal and an assist in the win. Goaltender Carter Serhyenko turned in a strong performance in goal as the 14-year-old Battlefords North Stars prospect made 32 saves. “I thought I played well, but I could have done a little bit better with my rebound control and just controlling the game in general,” said Serhyenko, who

will be celebrating his 15th birthday Sunday. “It wasn’t too crazy fast out there for my first midget game. I’ve been with the U16 provincial camps as well this summer, so that’s helped me to get ready.” Dylan Esau was dominant for the Stars when they faced the Blackhawks on Sept. 14, as he had a hat trick and dished out an assist. Rookie forward Luke Fennig almost matched Esau’s feat as he found the back of the net twice and helped set up a goal. Carsen Robertson, Ian Hillis and Allardyce also scored in the victory, which saw Tye Scherger and Logan Spence pick up two assists. Returning netminder Joseph Young got the start goal in that game and turned aside 27 shots. “If you want to see good goaltending, come watch Young and Serhyenko,” Johnston added. The Stars will start their regular season schedule next Friday at 11 a.m. against the Notre Dame Hounds in Warman, which will be part of the SMAAAHL’s showcase tournament. After taking on the Notre Dame Argos the following day, the Stars will go on the road to face the Swift Current Legionnaires on Saturday, Oct. 6. Their home opener will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 14 against the Contacts.

Grzybowski makes Blades roster Staff After a stellar rookie campaign with the Battlefords North Stars, goaltender Joel Grzybowski is moving up to the Western Hockey League. It was announced on Monday that the 18-yearold from Hafford had made the opening night for the Saskatoon Blades, who

will begin their regular season at the SaskTel Centre Friday night against the Swift Current Broncos. Grzybowski, who was an 11th round pick by the Blades in the 2014 WHL Bantam Draft, was locked in a battle for the backup position with highly touted 16-year-old netminder Nolan Maier of Yorkton. He suited up in two

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SJHL behind teammate Taryn Kotchorek. His .935 save percentage was the third best in the league and his six shutouts had him in a tie for second with Zac Robidoux of the Flin Flon Bombers. After putting up a 3-0 record and a 2.09 goals against average in the playoffs, Grzybowski got the starting role through the

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Crusaders earn first win BATTLEFORDS By Lucas Punkari Sports Reporter

the type of running back that can turn a three yard play to six or seven yards with his speed.” The Crusaders defence also turned in a strong showing in the second half as they shut out the Royals offence over the final two quarters. “We got some really good pressure from our defensive line on their offence, especially late in the fourth quarter when John Panapasa came up with a quarterback sack,” Yockey said. “Our linebackers were making some excellent tackles as well throughout the game. Andrew Pyle, Latrell Foulston and Brandon Holhoyi were flying around the field.” Next up for the Crusaders will be a road game Friday night against Unity.

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There’s nothing like a comeback win on the road to instill confidence in a young football team. That’s exactly what the John Paul II Crusaders did Friday afternoon as they roared back from a 15-point deficit to earn a 28-21 victory over the Martensville Royals, and bump up their record to 1-1 in the process. “Even though the guys were behind, they knew it was just two deep passes that Martensville was able to connect on that cost us,” Crusaders head coach Bruce Yockey said. “It was still a fairly even game at halftime and we felt like we were in control of things. “The way that we came

back to get win like this was a good step for our team, and we let them enjoy this one, that’s for sure.” One of the adjustments the Crusaders made at halftime was to move into a shotgun formation on offence, which proved to pay big dividends for quarterback Brady Holhoyi and running back Decklan Wychopen. “It gave Brady a little bit more time to make decisions and see the field a little bit better, which allowed him to make some really great throws,” Yockey said. “Our offensive line did a really great job in the second half as well. They really started to dominate the line of scrimmage and they opened up some more holes for Decklan, who’s

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Vikings stay perfect By Lucas Punkari Sports Reporter

It was more of the same for the North Battleford Comprehensive High School Vikings senior football team Friday, as they improved to 2-0 for the season with 30-13 road win over the Warman Wolverines. “The way things played out pretty similar to our opening game against Evan Hardy last week,” Vikings head coach Mike Humenny said. “Our goal

was to establish the run game early on, which allowed us to open up things on offence.” JT Lamb had another great afternoon in the rushing department, but it was the unsung heroes on the offensive line that impressed Humenny. “When he had a chance to look at the film in the days after the game, they were creating holes and it was basically a wall moving down the field to help out our running backs,” Humenny said.

“The defence was pretty similar in having a strong group performance. Our linebacker play was a lot better, with returning starters Nolan Mutch and Karstin Rawlyk leading the way for us.” The Vikings will look to improve to 3-0 Thursday afternoon in Saskatoon against the Tommy Douglas Tigers. “That will be our toughest test yet, as they have been playing well to start off the season,” Humenny said.

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Preparations underway for threshing event By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

The Borden Friendship Club held their monthly meeting after the summer break on Sept. 13. The club had a busy summer catering to three funeral lunches and it has a luncheon to cater to on Oct. 21. For their Sept. 27 potluck supper, Neil and Nancy Stubbs will entertain, and for Oct. 25 supper Sky Sterling will entertain. Oct. 1-7 is Senior Week, so Affinity Credit Union will have a speaker on ORA security alert on Monday, Oct. 3 at 2 p.m. in the Club Room, with lunch provided by the Credit Union. The club is hosting a Larry Krause concert in the Borden Community Centre on Sunday, Oct. 15 at 2 p.m., by donation, with any extra funds going to the Borden Lakeland Library. The club is holding their annual Harvest Tea and Bake sale on Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 2 p.m., by donation. The club received a $1,000 grant from Sask Lotteries and this will help cover costs for the concerts and Christmas supper rental. Bingo will start up the middle of November. The club annually donates $300 to SOS Villages and we sponsor a village in Mombasa, Kenya. Close to 30 of the members travelled to Maymont on Sept. 13 for a delicious cold plate supper and great entertainment. Radisson Royal Purple ladies held their meeting after the summer break on Sept. 11 at the home of Roberta Harris. The lodge had sponsored five classes at the Radisson Fair, sent a donation of $50 to Camp Easter Seal, $65 to Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children (from charity appeal ticket sales) and the ladies had sent out 12 get well, sympathy and baby cards since June. The ice

orden Radisson cream booth at the fair was down in sales this year as not many were in attendance at the fair. The lodge set Dec. 9 for their Christmas tea, bake sale and hamper raffle, and hopefully it will also be Santa Claus Day for the volunteer firefighters. Happy birthday was sung to Audrey Baker and the lodge raffle was won by the lodge. The Borden United Church held a board meeting Sept. 12 and new to the board is Pamela Pidwerbesky, who is replacing Jean Hryniuk, who had passed away earlier. The church board has chair Sandra Long, secretarytreasurer Lorraine Olinyk, Jean Brooke, Gloria Derbowka, Jean Sawchyn and the minister Gayle Wensley. The church is holding a pie and coffee/tea social Tuesday, Sept. 26, in the Borden Seniors Room at 2 p.m., with pie and beverage for $5, with proceeds to renovate or rebuild the ramp at the church. The church will have a table at the Borden Farmers’ Market Christmas Sale on Dec. 2 in the Borden Community Centre and the board set Dec. 17 for the potluck supper and program we hold annually with the RiverBend Fellowship Church. Dec. 15 will be a memorial service at 7 p.m. in the church and Christmas Eve service will be on Dec. 24, but at 1:30 p.m. Radisson TOPS 5243 held their installation of officers Sept. 14 at their regular meeting in the Radisson town office at 10:30 a.m. Installed were Leader Jean Sawchyn, Co-Leader

Lorraine Olinyk, Secretary Shirley Whitt, Treasurer Tina Hessell, Weight Recorder Ilene Youchezin and Assistant Weight Recorder Doreen Parker, with each officer receiving charms and certificates or scrolls. Crowned as the 2016 Queen and 1 year KOPS was Ilene, also division winner. Jean was a reinstated and 1 year KOPS and Doreen Parker 9 year KOPS alumni, with each receiving a rose and charms. Sunshine certificates for giving cards and encouragement went to Tina and Jean. Walking charms were given to Tina, Ilene and Jean, perfect attendance certificates to Doreen and Lorraine, and a HELP lifesaver rededication ceremony was repeated by all members. On Sept. 12, a small crew were out bindering and stooking at the threshing site two miles north of the Borden Cemetery corner, in preparation for Threshing Day on Sept. 30. Driving his row crop John Deere tractor was Dave Howe from Saskatoon and on the binder was either Cyril Saunders or Stu Walton. Stooking the sheaves was Stu, Cyril Ruben Rempel and Ron Mills. Winner of the Borden branch of the Affinity Credit Union 50/50 draw Sept. 15 with proceeds to the Borden Community Centre renovations was Amina Malik-Boersma of Langham, who received $150.

Dave Howe with his John Deere row crop tractor, Cyril Saunders walking and Stu Walton on the binder, getting ready for Threshing Day. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

Radisson TOPS officers Jean Sawchyn, Ilene Youchezin, Doreen Parker, Tina Hessell, Shirley Whitt and Lorraine Olinyk.

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As promised, Maymont Senior Center and Maymont Memorial Hall will be hosting a joint fundraiser. The event will happen Oct. 28 in the big hall with a roast beef supper and entertainment by Back 40 who sing Old Country and Country Gospel. Tickets will be available from any senior member or any hall member. The cost for this event will be $25 for supper and entertainment. Only 125 tickets will be sold for the supper and entertainment. The tickets for entertainment only will

aymont News be $10, which can be purchased at the door or from members. Doors open at 5 o’clock, supper is at 6 o’clock and entertainment is at 7:30 p.m. Please join us for this great event. Maymont seniors hosted an invitational event with the Radisson and Borden seniors with 70 people attending. A catered supper was provided by Dawn from the Maymont Hotel which all enjoyed. Thanks,

Dawn. Entertainment was provided by Doris Jordan from North Battleford, formerly from Maymont. Door prizes donated by Jean Sherman were won by Carol Schmidt, Doris Jordan and Helen Sutherland. An important event to mark on your calendar: Flu Shots - Maymont Senior Center, Nov. 7, from 3 to 5 p.m. Maymont Sharon United Church Foul Supper will be Sunday, Oct. 22, Maymont School gym. Adults $15, children 12 and under $5, pre-school free. Time is 5 to 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.

Doris Jordan from North Battleford, formerly from Maymont, entertained at a seniors supper recently. Photo by Carol Deagnon

Innovation initiative announced to tackle rural crime Staff The province is calling on technology companies and researchers to submit proposals for a 16-week residency program to tackle rural crime. Innovation Saskatchewan announced the initiative, which is aimed at developing technologies to be used to help address crime in rural areas. This would be in conjunction with the Ministry of Justice’s Protection and Response Team that was announced Aug. 22. A deadline of Oct. 13

has been set for expressions of interest, with applications available at www.innovationsask.ca. A panel including Innovation Saskatchewan, the Ministry of Justice and stakeholders will evaluate the proposals, with the successful candidate will prepare a prototype of their technology during their residency. “Rural residents face special circumstances when it comes to crime,” said Minister Responsible for Innovation Steven Bonk in a statement. “It is our hope that this new pro-

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News from Baljennie By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent

Threshing day was held Friday, Sept. 15 at the Western Development Museum for the local school children. The museum staff with the help of the volunteers put on a farm show of how the harvesting was done down through the years for all the children attending. It did consist of a good variety of harvest machinery, all working. It was a good education for some of the watchers to see for they had no idea at all what went on each fall at harvesting time so many years ago. For the country children, some have seen and heard of these fall happenings, but most of the city and town children have no idea of farm life now and then. After the program, there were fun things to do and time to look about and ask the volunteers questions about many different things that took place. There were many children attending from out of town schools, all brought in on school buses. They did have an enjoyable day. And the weather was much cooler, but at least the sun was shining most of the time. Some of the work teams of horses came in from Lethbridge, Alta., to help out as well. Later in the day, after all the outdoor activities, the museum cooks put on a fall harvest supper, followed by a farm dance. As we all expected, our long dry warm spell did come to and end, making a change to a few showers and much cooler temperatures. It will hold the farmers up for a few days. It maybe was a good way to give the farmers all a much needed rest and a break from the long steady hours they did put in. It seems the change in the weather came in with the full September harvest moon a few weeks ago. This is Saskatchewan and we always can expect such sudden weather changes. We fully expect the farm-

ers will be able to get back to the finishing the harvest. The ones that are all done will be happy. The rest have the biggest percentage off and in the bin or gone to market. There still seems to be a lot of still standing golden grain fields all waving in the winds yet to be swathed, while other fields in the different areas are not quite ready to be done. Some fields’ grain will also be combined without swathing it down. There seems to be good quality of grain. But the yields were down per acre somewhat from other years. What is a farmer’s wife? A farmer’s wife can be found sitting on a tractor, cooking up a favourite dish, setting out plants, looking for lost items and waiting on her husband. Beauty inspires her, children interrupt her, mud perturbs her, machinery puzzles her, phone calls delay her, but it takes her husband to stop her. When he calls, “Come help me put the cows in. Get the tractor started, bale the hay, fetch a part,” a farmer’s wife knows it is her duty to leave the dishes in the sink, the kitchen floor half scrubbed

and go to his aid. But it is also her privilege to work with her man, to share in his labour and dreams and disappointments, problems and plans, and pride in a job well done. She usually knows were he is and what he’s doing and tries to guess when he’ll be in for dinner. A farmer’s wife is a seamstress, secretary, hired man, social chairman, teacher, nurse, cook, dishwasher and always a wife and mother. In spite of the trials that come to a farm family, sickness and injury, storms and crop failures, debt and discouragement, a farmer’s wife is thankful, too, for the many blessings of life on a farm, the variety of changing seasons, the closeness of her family, the sight of a wobbly newborn calf, the helpfulness of a neighbour, the dazzling whiteness of acres of snow, the smell of new-mown hay. And when it’s been one of those days and she has run all over the back four acres helping her husband getting the cattle out of the corn, the farmer’s wife feels it’s worth it all when he says, “Thanks, honey. I don’t know what I would do with out you.”

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Services responded to a call that came in around 4:06 p.m. that day. Police say the rear passenger of the car, a 48-year-old man from Poundmaker Cree Nation, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver, a 44-year-old man from North Battleford, as well

as a 58-year-old man from Poundmaker Cree Nation who had also been a passenger in the vehicle, were transported to hospital with unknown injuries. Maidstone RCMP and an RCMP collision reconstructionist continue to investigate.

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Maidstone Drop In Centre News By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent

Cribbage was played Sept. 11 with high score going to Margaret MacEachern and low to Dorothy Schwartz. Lunch was provided by Bev Stewart. Wednesday, Sept. 13 bingo was played from 1 to 2 p.m. when we had a special lunch break for Irene Kerr who is leaving Maidstone to move to British Columbia.

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Margaret MacEachern made special gluten free chocolate cupcakes for the occasion. All good wishes go with Irene to her new home. The September monthly meeting followed, headed by Presi-

dent Shannon Smith. A motion was passed to disconnect the telephone in the drop in centre as several members have cell phones. Repairs for the shingles on the roof are to be looked into. A tentative idea of a movie night was discussed. The August-September pot luck birthday lunch will be held Sept. 20 at noon. The next monthly meeting will be held Wedesday, Oct. 11 at 3:15 p.m.

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The race is on to determine who the Conservative nominee will be to replace Gerry Ritz as MP in Battlefords-Lloydminster. Declaring his intentions on Monday was Aron Klassen, a Lloydminster local business owner, who announced in a news release that he had launched his bid for the nomination. Klassen runs Tunes Music and Audio, a business that in 2016 was recognized by the Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce as Business of the Year. Klassen is also a board member on the Lloydmin-

ster Chamber. He is married to Kristine and has three children, Nora, Amelia and Pearle. It appears business and tax issues will be a central focus to Klassen’s campaign. According to his campaign’s news release Monday, Klassen “could no longer sit idly by as his children’s futures were mortgaged by reckless spending and gross mismanagement of the economy. The Liberals recent tax hikes have made it more difficult for entrepreneurs to maintain and grow their businesses. They have introduced higher small business tax rates, increased payroll taxes, and

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Joanne Lewchuk (centre left) and Sylvia Duhaime (centre) present the Battlefords Mental Health Centre with money raised from the Cody Duhaime Memorial Walk for Suicide Awareness held in Meota on Sept. 10. Also pictured left to right is Claudette McGuire, Johann Engelke and Lorie Navarro. Photo by Josh Greschner

Walkers gathered in Meota for the Cody Duhaime Memorial Walk for Suicide Awareness. Above and above right are photos taken the day of the Cody Duhaime Memorial Walk for Suicide Awareness. The walk was in memory of Cody Duhaime, who committed suicide in September of 2015, and Robert Duhaime, who committed suicide in late August. A sum of $15,150 was raised in memory of Cody while $1,350 was raised in memory of Robert. A total of $16,500 was raised. Joanne Lewchuk said a goal of the walk is to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental illness, and that she expects the walk to be an annual event. Sylvia Duhaime thanked sponsors, pledgers and everyone who came out to walk. Johann Engelke said patients and staff of the Battlefords Mental Health Centre would be surveyed to determine how to best spend the money. Photos submitted

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Lack of speed bumps gets positive notice By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

Pretty cool nights are becoming common, but I haven’t heard of any frost yet, so hope it stays off for a while. Gardens are being brought in and the combines are giving it their best effort. The flax crop at Nolin corner was being combined Sunday and will be done before the forecasted rain arrives. Contract bridge on Sept. 10 found top score by Warren Iverson and second was Eric Callbeck. Autumn Fee of Ranger, this side of Leoville, has kept track of her bird’s arrivals and departures for decades and this year the summer birds – hummingbirds, goldfinches and purple martins – have stayed the longest on record. There were a couple gold finches here for one day last week but just passing through, no doubt. The potato crop is very good again this year, with the Norlands coming out clean and some over two pounds. Several other kinds seem to always be scabby, and there is such waste and so unpleasant to work with. Residents of the village, and elsewhere, have appreciated not having those horrid speed bumps to drive over for months. The impact they have on trailers especially when it bumps over them, even slowly, is dramatic. Maybe the streets have enough rough spots that people have no choice but to slow down anyway. Thanks to council for not putting them out there. The dust retardant is also appreciated by folks living in the village. The flowers on Memorial Hill have been so pretty all summer. Gwen does a fantastic job there. When you’re out walking just go that way and enjoy. It’s nice to read the names of the fellows

listed that served, too. Maureen’s flowers at the church and at the Do Drop In have been nice all summer, too. There was no bridge last week other than Monday, so no report from there. A reminder of the past came last eota week in the form News of a sympathy card from Bill and Don’s Men’s Wear in North Battleford to Linda Ard. That is how life used to be. There was a personal interest in every customer and this was common in the old days. Everyone who knew Walter Ard knew he wore the best suits every day. The big box stores would never do a thing like that – you might be in their computer but not someone they know. We are planning some news from the golf course for next week. It appears to have been a busy summer out there, often with the parking lot full as I drive by to work at the cemetery. A couple of older cabins have been moved out along the lake in the Lakeview district and plans to build new ones are ready. We wish them well in their undertaking. Many summer cabins have been closed for the season but some will be used until freezeup, as the quiet peacefulness of the area and scenes across the lake are so beautiful, it is all so appealing. The sailboats were taken off the lake last weekend and most boat piers taken in. It was a short but warm summer and now September is almost over. One wonders where the time goes. When you see and hear of the bad weather in other parts of the world we’ll accept our cold and cope with it. The village donated $500 to the fireworks display on July 1 at the berm in conjunction with the park.

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The importance of childhood socialization cannot be understated. It is an opportunity for young children to learn interpersonal skills, structured play and broaden their horizons about the world at large. Young ones typically will start kindergarten at the age of five, preparing them for the adventures of grade school to come. Prior to that, many municipalities have programs in place for younger children. Unfortunately, the playschool program in Medstead found itself cancelled for this school year. This means that kids under the age of four would be without the chances to learn, play and grow at a critical time in their development. Thankfully, local community member and dedicated mother, Nicole Seidle, did not take the news lying down. Instead of resigning to an unfortunate set of circumstances, she chose to take matters into her own hands. Having obtained approval to use the Village Hall’s facilities once a week, Seidle is starting a playgroup expected to launch on Oct. 11. The group is for children aged four and under, and is going to run once weekly from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Seidle expects participation of be-

Battlefords Right To Life Walk for Life SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 REGISTRATION: 9:15-9:45 a.m. on the day of the walk. For pledge forms or more information call: Bernie at 306-445-5397 REGISTRATION AND LUNCH will be held at St. Joseph Calasanctius Church — 1942 - 98th Street

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tween 15 and 20 children. Having applied for the Saskatchewan Lottery’s Community Grant program, the coordinator is anticipating that the cost of rental for the hall will be see at least part of its $60/day cost covered. Additionally, Seidle hopes that with contributions from the community, which is known well for pulling together edstead for a worthy cause, the bill will be easier to tackle. Ultimately, for News the eight months the program is to ideally run, the dollar figure rings in at roughly $2,000. The program itself is planned to be run free of charge, such that those in any financial circumstance have the chance to partake. According to Seidle, the ideal situation is where parents of participants will volunteer time, snacks and activities such that the program may run smoothly and be able to operate on a cost free basis. Seidle intends to set up a variety of stations at which the children may play. These will include modeling clay, blocks, and books, coupled with a variety of activities to foster development of fine and gross motor skills. At the conclusion of each day, there is going to be a story time. According to Seidle, it is hoped that parents will volunteer time to play instruments and sing to the children. The posters throughout town, and the interest in the program already expressed, are a testament both to the hard work and planning of Nicole Seidle and to the community spirit of Medstead. It is in this essence of community that Seidle emphasizes how the program is not just for the children, but for the opportunity for parents to get to know one another and socialize, while benefitting their young. Ultimately, this program will give parents and children something to look forward to each week, create a sense of camaraderie and routine while benefiting the community as a whole.

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Activities gearing up as students head back to school By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Well how do you folks like September so far? The rains that came on Sept 13 and 14 provided a much needed break for some farmers all the while many of them hoped, and prayed, that this would not be the same kind of system that lingered last fall delaying harvest in unprecedented manners. Here’s hoping that Mother Nature will allow these fine folks back in their fields to finish up fall harvest in a timely manner, and safely, too! Ag reports say that into early September harvest was ahead of the five-year average, so let’s hope this “step ahead” trend continues in spite of some cool rainy weather that came mid September. Two important things to note in Unity: 1. Tomorrow is the last Unity Farmer’s Market at the Legion from 1-4 so grab your chance for some fresh produce, baking and other home grown or home made goodness (soon the winter markets will begin at the Anglican Church Hall, stay tuned for updates). 2. Make sure you block off at least one hour next week for the Annual Fall Fair and Trade Show taking place at our community centre Friday, Sept. 29 and Saturday, Sept. 30. Definitely something for everyone at this event and provides plenty of social opportunities (as well as great food!). For Unity Composite

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nity News High School - Friday Night Lights Part II takes place tomorrow night at UCHS Warrior field. Organizers have lined up plenty of additional activity surrounding this game to create a fun, free, family and community event so come on down and watch some great football and enjoy some of the extras that will go along with that game; including a great event atmosphere! The big news at UCHS is met with happiness for the person but sadness for the school as Principal Ruth Weber has taken a position at the Living Sky School Division Office, meaning her tireless efforts, energy and talents will be greatly missed at UCHS. Ken Parker will be principal and division office has posted the VP vacancy. UCHS enrolment sits up from last year at 272 students. One of the school’s goals this year is to focus on inclusion and specifically “making connections” with others which is enhanced and encouraged by the PSCC and ACTIVATE teams. Digital health and wellness are also recognized and taught knowing it is needed for balance in technology use, prevalent in today’s society. At Unity Public School,

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with Pre-K just starting last week, enrolment numbers are not yet confirmed. UPS is looking at hosting a Saskatchewan writer to enhance their literacy goals, while engaging students. Cross country runners have experienced a couple of meets, including the big one at the Unity Golf Course on Sept. 14 on a cool, fall day. The school is preparing for their participation in Orange Shirt Day, recognizing the residential school story as well as their annual Terry Fox Walk. UPS welcomes Miss Alyssa Uzelman and Miss Nicole Sopyc this year to their staff. The UPS Bears are ready to roar for this new school year. St. Peter’s school enrollment is 145 students, which means there are plenty of students to help fulfill the school theme this year, which is “Serve.” St Peter’s staff kicked off the school year volunteering in the community offering their service to help others such as at the LTC, the church, the museum and around town. The school encourages their students and families to continue to give of themselves and serve their community throughout the school year. St. Peter’s halls are a little different this year without Mrs. Ruder who retired after a 27-year teaching career. Mr. Weber will return back to class at half time while still serving as data consultant for the LOCCSD for the other 50 per cent. St. Peter’s school continues

to provide faith-based education for all students and works hard to make sure our students are given incredible educational experiences and opportunities. St. Peter’s feels very lucky to have terrific parent support and dedication and are blessed to have a dedicated teaching staff that go above and beyond to make the school a wonderful place to grow and learn. Last week, cross country runners participated in the 31st annual CC meet with over 300 runners taking part. Tomorrow, the school will participate in their Terry Fox walk raising money for cancer research. Coming up, the school will also participate in Orange Shirt Day raising awareness about residential schools and their impact in this province. And, it won’t be long before Education Week activity will be taking place in mid-October. As reported in the “Blast to the Past” in the local Press Herald, here is an enrolment tidbit for you – 50 years ago there were 1,115 students registered in Unity with UCHS holding 580 students, UPS with 296 and St. Peter’s at 240. Now there’s some numbers we haven’t heard in a while. Midget AA tryouts are this weekend at the arena lining up a team for this season. Unity Skating club hold their registration tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. in the rink lobby, with lessons slated for Mondays and Thurs-

Unity’s branch of the Wheatland library celebrated their 50th anniversary Sept. 14 with board members on hand to help the staff with cake and prize draws as part of this community celebration event. Photo by Sherri Solomko

days this upcoming season. The 3-on-3 hockey season starts Sept. 25 and runs to Oct.7. The Miners will be back in the SWHL this winter so enjoy another week in the great outdoors before the action in town will once again revolve around rink activities. The curling club held their opening organizational meeting planning their season and ice making for the upcoming season. The club is also looking for some help to run/ assist with running the junior curling program that has been successful for many years, ultimately translating into more players in league nights as well as increased success in the high school curling program. Be sure to call the UCC at 306-228-2212 if

you can help out with the junior program or if you have any other questions regarding upcoming curling season. Vandalism at the post office resulted in the lobby now being closed from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. each day, frustrating the many users who work later than the post office hours and are now left to figure out how they are going to get their mail. Stay tuned, this is definitely the next hot topic and it remains to be seen how this impasse will be resolved. This situation is yet another reminder to be our community’s eyes and ears and report suspicious activity whenever you see it as it could go a long way to preventing reactions like this. Continued on Page 31

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OBITUARIES GOLL: In Loving Memory of Stephania “Stella” Goll, born January 11, 1925 at Krydor, SK, passed away August 30, 2017 in North Battleford, SK. Memorial Service and Interment were held on Monday, September 11, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Hafford, Saskatchewan with Fr. Ivan Derkach. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service.

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If someone’s drinking troubles you attending Al-Anon Family Group provides understanding and support. Meetings Monday at 7:00 p.m. and Friday at 10:00 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, corner of 15th Ave. & 108th Street. Contacts 306-937-7765, 306937-7289 or 306-441-9324. Sharing Grief’s Journey - A support group for those struggling with the loss of a loved one. Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. for 8 weeks. For more information call Sue at 306-445-6658 or Denise at 306-441-3338.

Saturday, September 23

Fall Fair - Trade Show & Craft Show at the Western Development Museum starting at 11:00 a.m. Free to attend. Enter your name in for a draw for a one night stay at the Saskatoon Travelodge.

Sunday, September 24

North Battleford Girl Guides - Register online at www.girlguides. ca. First meeting of all ages at Holy Family School, 9201 - 19th Ave., North Battleford at 1:00 p.m. We meet once or twice a month from September to May.

Monday, September 25

Blood Drive - Donors Needed at the Don Ross Centre, North Battleford from 2:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sponsored by CWL - Catholic Women’s League.

Tuesday, September 26

Autumn Tea - Pie and Beverages at the Borden Senior’s Room from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Proceeds for Borden United Church ramp.

Wednesday, September 27

Borden Senior’s Potluck Supper & Birthdays, Club Room at 5:45 p.m.

Thursday & Friday, September 28 & 29

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Garage Sale at 1302 - 99th Street, Upper Hall, North Battleford from 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. New items will be added. Something for everyone - don’t miss it.

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BTEC is having a Chili Day Fundraiser for the Battlefords Humane Society from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Chili, Bun & Pop. Please come out to 801 - 105th Street & help us support our local animal shelter.

Friday, September 29

Arc Creative Studios Relaunch Party at 1102B - 101st Street, Upstairs, North Battleford from 7:00 - 11:00 p.m. Live performances, studio happenings, Art Exhibit & Sale, eat, drink and be merry. Free reception. Donations welcome.

Saturday, September 30

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Borden’s Annual Threshing Day 2 miles north of Borden Cemetery, parade at noon, cook car, demos, threshing, museum open 3:00 - 7:00 p.m., beef supper in hall from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 30

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Topline Social Dance Club - Gold Tones at 1352 - 100th Street, North Battleford Royal Canadian Legion from 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 midnight. For more information phone Sharon at 306-446-0446, Leela 306-445-7240 and Jean 306-445-8815.

Saturday, September 30

North Battlefield - Super Smash 4 Brothers Tournament at the North Battleford Library, 1392 - 101st Street. 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. Registration. 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Tournament. Please bring your own controller. Types you can bring are: Wii U pro controllers, Gamecube controllers & Wii remotes. Ages 10+. This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday's News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location. Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear. Deadline for submissions is 5:00 p.m. Thursday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.

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Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before the 20th day of November, 2017, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land. Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY LOT

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TOTAL ARREARS

ADVERTISING COSTS

TOTAL ARREARS & COSTS

83B10602

143935296

2,264.19

20.80

2,284.99

9 19 3

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1,901.83 2,709.97 2,621.52

Dated this 20th day of September 2017. Gail Adams, Acting Administrator

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PUBLIC NOTICE

City of North Battleford

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of North Battleford intends to pass a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 1971, known as the Zoning Bylaw. INTENT OF THE BYLAW TO AMEND THE ZONING BYLAW • New Definitions are added for the terms: “Art Studio”, “Crematorium”, and “Funeral Homes”. • C1 Downtown Commercial Zoning District: • Clarify the category of “Retail Stores”. • Add “Art Studio” as a permitted use. • Add “Night Club” as a discretionary use. • Add “Farmers Market” as a permitted use. • Remove the use of “Undertaking Establishments”. • C2 Neighbourhood Commercial Zoning District: • Add “Personal Service Shops” as a permitted use. • C3A Large Lot Arterial Commercial Zoning District: • Add “Crematorium” as a discretionary use. • M1 Light Industrial Zoning District: • Add “Art Studio” as a permitted use. • Add “Crematorium” as a discretionary use. • Add “Funeral Homes” as a discretionary use. • M2 Heavy Industrial Zoning District: • Add “Boarding Kennel” as a discretionary use. • Add “Crematorium” as a discretionary use. • YQW Airport Zoning District: • Amend the development standards for Airport and Airport Related Uses.

RM of Mervin No. 499 Public Notice - Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendment Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality (RM) of Mervin No. 499 intends to adopt two (2) bylaws under the Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw No. 94-3, known as the Official Community Plan (OCP) and Bylaw No. 94-4, known as the Zoning Bylaw (ZB). INTENT: The proposed OCP amendment will allow for the RM Council to publically announce a pre-submittal development or subdivision Call for Proposals for future development or subdivisions when it is deemed necessary by Council. The proposed ZB amendment will provide for the regulations associated with the pre-submittal Call for Proposals requirements, allowance for the construction of ancillary sleeping accommodations to be a permitted use in the Country Residential and Lakeshore Development Districts, removal of additional camper units out of the RV District and provide improved definitions for seasonal campgrounds and caregiver. AFFECTED LAND: The affected lands of these amendments are all lands lying within the jurisdiction of the RM of Mervin No. 499. REASON: The reason for the OCP amendment is to provide the following:

REASON The reasons for the amendments are to: • provide better clarity in the bylaw respecting the definition of terms; • accommodate development by introducing acceptable uses into zoning districts; • remove redundancy of the term “Undertaking Establishments” and use the term “Funeral Homes”; • clarify development standards in the Airport District.

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the bylaw at City Hall, located at 1291101st Street, North Battleford, SK between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM on Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. Copies of the proposed bylaw are available at City Hall at a cost of $5.00.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on October 10th, 2017, at 8:00 pm in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 1291-101st Street, North Battleford, SK to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing, or delivered to the undersigned at City Hall before the hearing. Issued at the City of North Battleford this 12 day of September, 2017. th

Debbie Wohlberg City Clerk

Allow for the RM Council to publically announce a presubmittal development or subdivision Call for Proposals for future development or subdivisions when it is deemed necessary.

The reason for the ZB amendment is to provide the following: 2.

4. 5.

The proposed ZB amendment will provide for the regulations associated with the pre-submittal Call for Proposals for future development or subdivisions when it is deemed necessary. Allow for the construction of ancillary sleeping accommodations to be a permitted use in the Country Residential and Lakeshore Development Districts. Remove the additional allowance of campers within the RV District. Provide improved definitions for seasonal campgrounds and caregiver.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaws at the RM of Mervin No. 499 office between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. excluding statutory holidays. Copies are available at cost. PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on October 10th, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the RM office located in the Town of Turtleford to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed OCP and ZB amendment. Council will also consider written comments received by the undersigned by October 6th, 2017. For additional information, please contact (306) 845-2045 or planner.rm499@rmofmervin.com Issued at the Town of Turtleford this 14th day of September 2017. S.Yvonne Prusak, BASc, MA, MCIP, RPP Municipal Planner RM of Mervin No. 499

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Correction

CORRECTION : CORRECTION :

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Il y avait une erreur dans les critères pour une mise en candidature de l’école Père Mercure.

Voici la correction :

September 25, 2017

Critères pour une mise en candidature

6:00 - 8:30 pm

League starts October 10

pour un poste de parent au sein du conseil d’école pour un poste de parent au sein du

pour un poste de représentant communautaire au sein conseil d’école pour un poste de du représentant

• Être âgé d’au moins 18 ans; • Résider en Saskatchewan depuis au moins • Être âgé d’au moins 18 ans; six mois; • Résider en Saskatchewan depuis au moins • Recevoir l’appui par écrit (signature) de trois six mois; parents d’élèves de la prématernelle à la 12e •année Recevoir l’appui par écrit (signature) de trois de l’école fransaskoise; e parents d’élèves prématernelle • Être le parent d’une de ou la d’un élève de la à la 12 e année de l’école fransaskoise; prématernelle à la 12 année inscrit.e à •l’École Être le parent d’une ou d’un élève de la Père Mercure.

• Être âgé d’au moins 18 ans; • Posséder sa citoyenneté canadienne; • Être âgé d’au moins 18 ans; • Résider en Saskatchewan depuis au moins • Posséder sa citoyenneté canadienne; six mois; • Résider enpar Saskatchewan depuis au moins • Recevoir l’appui écrit (signature) de trois sixd’élèves mois; de la prématernelle à la 12e parents • Recevoir par écrit (signature) de tro année de l’écolel’appui fransaskoise; parents d’élèves la prématernelle à la 12 • Résider dans la zone dede fréquentation de de l’école fransaskoise; l’Écoleannée Père Mercure.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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TOWN OF BATTLEFORD PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Battleford intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No.7/2016, known as the Zoning Bylaw. INTENT The proposed bylaw amendment will: • Remove the maximum floor square area requirements of accessory buildings for municipal facilities. • Remove the maximum number of accessory buildings permitted for municipal facilities. • Add development standards specific to Signs owned by the Town of Battleford. • Clarify the development standards for Bare Land Condominium developments. REASON The reasons for the amendment are: • To provide for more flexibility and clarity in the bylaw. • To provide for flexibility in the bylaw for the development of accessory buildings on municipal sites. PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the bylaw at the Town Office, located at 92-23rd Street West, in the Town of Battleford, between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM on Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. Copies of the proposed bylaw are available at the Town Office at a cost of $5.00. PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, October 2, 2017 at 7:00 pm at the Town Office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing, or delivered to the undersigned at the Town Office before the hearing. Issued at the Town of Battleford this 14th day of September, 2017. John Enns-Wind, Chief Administrative Officer

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for late model CAT equip. Camp job. Competitive wages, plus R & B. Valid drivers license req’d. Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc., Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www.brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-homepositions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855768-3362 to start training for your workat-home career today

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The Town of Battleford is accepting applications for

Part-time Volunteer Firefighters Apply to the: Battleford Fire Department 402 - 25th Street West, P.O. Box 40 Battleford, Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

NOTICE

A complete resumé is desired at the point of application.

It is proposed to amend the Official Community Plan Bylaw by adding new subsections. The reason for the amendment is to allow for existing 40 acre parcels to be subdivided into 2 parcels within the R.M. of North Battleford No. 437.

JOB OPPORTUNITY Child Protection Worker

B.T.C. Human Services Corp. is seeking applications for a highly motivated individual who is willing to meet the challenges of Child Protective on Little Pine First Nation, Poundmaker Cree Nation and Lucky Man Cree Nation. In this position, you will be responsible for investigating allegations of neglect, physical or sexual abuse; assessing family function; determining risks to children’s safety; implementing intervention plans to address child protection issues; and providing support services to families. Must have experience in Structured Decision Making (SDM) tools. When necessary you will initiate court proceedings and work through this process with the family. You will be required to travel and work flexible hours. Must have BSW or BISW.

PART-TIME FIREFIGHTERS

RM of North Battleford No. 437 Public Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 207 of The Planning & Development Act, 2007 that the R.M. of North Battleford No. 437 intends to pass a bylaw to amend Bylaw 4-2016 known as the Official Community Plan Bylaw.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Start date: Immediately For further information please contact: Geoff Thompson Deputy Fire Chief 306-937-6208 Fax: 306-937-3719 Email: firedept@battleford.ca

Qualified applicants should contact B.T.C. Human Services Corp. P.O. Box 1426 North Battleford, Sk. S9A 3M1 E-mail: btchsc@sasktel.net or Fax: 306-445-5568 Deadline for applications is Friday, September 29, 2017.

We thank all applications and wish to advise that only those individuals that have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

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The Bylaw may be inspected by any interested person at the municipal office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Copies are available at no cost. Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 14, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. at the municipal office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing. Dated at North Battleford this 13th, day of September, 2017. Debbie Arsenault Administrator

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Outdoor recreation complex concept unveiled By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

UNITY – On the evening of Thursday, Sept. 7, there was an unveiling of the outdoor recreation complex 3D concept image as well as the acceptance of the first donation to go towards project construction. This event occurred at the site of the former Centennial Swimming Pool. Garret Smith made the $1,000 presentation on behalf of TRALAPA (Tramping Lake Park) and its Music and Sports Festival as he is one of the seven official park rangers for the park. The TRALAPA Festival ran the last weekend in July, and is already in planning stages for next year. This donation came from their annual music and sports festival. The TRALAPA festival saw 500 in attendance in 2016 while more than 1,000 came for the 2017 event. Last year a donation was made to Kerrobert and this year Unity was chosen, selected by festival goers who decided based on noise, with the loudest town winning. Taken from their Facebook page, this statement reads, “In 2016 after a 13 year hiatus Tramping Lake Park came back with authority hosting the first ever Tralapa Music & Sports Festival. Featuring 8 live artists, slow-pitch tournament, free mini golf, beach volleyball tournament a whole lot of shenanigans. With its second comes a whole lot more excitement (to be announced) in celebration of the parks 100th year of existence.” This donation will enable a kick-start to the three stages of development for an outdoor rec plex in Unity. Depending on funding, this venue can be built one component at a time or together: Surface for tennis / basketball / hockey; Bowl for skateboarders; Boards for the rink. If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. CALL ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

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When the new pool was developed, the possibility existed of tearing out the old pool and surrounding infrastructure, however, it was decided to save it for some future purpose as

it still held a solid deck, useable building, etc. ultimately saving costs on this potential new recreation complex. This potential new outdoor recreation complex

for Unity has had a conceptual drawing completed by Veritas Design as well as having the engineering plans drawn on this project. It is hopeful that this initial donation from the

TRALAPA festival will generate excitement and interest to form a steering and/or fundraising committee, or perhaps have a major sponsor come forward that will kick this

project into another gear forward. This exciting announcement opens up the possibility for expanded recreation venue options for residents and visitors to Unity.

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The greatest among us is a matter of debate and distaste “One thing for sure, sometimes we all get along and sometimes we cannot agree on much,” I told my old neighbour, Ed, about our family reunion. He said that families are full of competition, and the age-old debate of who has done the best or who is the greatest of the bunch. He assured me that in his family there is no debate or distaste about who is the greatest. It is evident because they all understand that when he sings with his guitar, he is the King, another Elvis! I asked Ed if he remembered how they did a television program in 2004 to determine who is considered to be the great-

est Canadian of all time according to those who watched television series and voted in the program. Ed was amazed that no one had submitted his name, but I said it wasn’t personal, just a slip-up, a human error thing. When I read Ed the name of the person voted as the number one Canadian of all time, Tommy Douglas, there was no debate or distaste on his part. Terry Fox as the second greatest Canadian was also endorsed by Ed. When I read the folks third to the tenth, Ed disagreed with the list, in fact, there wasn’t much that he agreed with in its order or names.

eighbourly Advice According to Ed

By Raymond Maher www.accordingtoed.com

revraymaher@accesscomm.ca I warned Ed about all the lists on the internet that could upset him and cause him stress. He might reject the lists of the 10 greatest Canadian singers, rock stars, and actors. I cautioned him not to look at the list of greatest Canadian athletes. Why do we want to see ourselves as better than

others? Why did the disciples come to Jesus and ask him, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” Did they feel that they should be among the greatest because they were His disciples? Did they hope to share in his power? Just previous to this Peter had been able to pay

the temple tax because Jesus had told him to go to the lake and throw out his line, take the first fish he caught, open its mouth, and there he found a coin with which he paid the temple tax. To answer their question, Jesus put a child in the midst of them and said to them, “Unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Who ever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” The disciples knew a child or children had no rank or power in their world and were under the authority of their parents. Children were un-

pretentious and to a considerable degree innocent. They were like defenseless sheep needing the protection of their parents. The disciples had their minds set on being corulers with Jesus. They were thinking in terms of being governors with Jesus sharing his power and authority. They needed to see themselves as powerless and dependent on Jesus. They were not called to Jesus so they would enjoy a high position of authority, but to become humble servants of God. God doesn’t need us as bosses but as humble workers for Himself and the good of others.

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.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

(RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4

Summer services on July 9 & 23 & Aug. 13 & 27. Weekly services begin again on Sept. 3.

PASTOR: Fr. Anthony Afangide, M.S.P.

1401 - 98th St., North Battleford, 306-445-5901

306-446-1695

DAILY: Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted

SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.

WEEKEND: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays - 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Everyone Welcome

Community Baptist Church

Battlefords Grace Community Church

Sunday Morning Service - 11:00 a.m.

191 - 24th Street W., Battleford, Sk. 306-937-7575

Canadian National Baptist Convention

Everyone Welcome

1202 - 103 Street, North Battleford, SK 306-446-3077 PASTOR: RON BRAUN

Pastor: Bill Hall

Everyone Welcome

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Hope Mennonite Fellowship

Pastor Patrick Carty

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship - 11:00 am

SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Spanish Ministry)

1231 - 104th Street North Battleford Phone 306-445-7777 www.emmanuelfellowship.ca

Church Phone 306-445-4181

All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish 902 - 108th Street, North Battleford DIVINE LITURGY Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month: 9:00 a.m. Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month: 12:00 p.m. Contact: Fr. Ivan Derkach - 306-937-3767

TerriTorial Drive alliance church

52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171 Rev. Frances Patterson

Everyone Welcome

www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net

“A Community of believers seeking more of God’s presence”

Notre Dame (RC) Parish Corner of 104th Street & 12th Avenue Rev. Father Cuong Luong MASSES: Saturdays - 7:00 p.m. Sundays - 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

OFFICE 306-445-3836

Email: notredame.nb@gmail.com www.notredameparish.ca EVERYONE WELCOME

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S 11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Roque S. Concepcion Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

Battleford United Church

Various weekly programs

ANGLICAN PARISH

Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay

1372 102 St 306-445-3009 nd

Living Water Ministry

Sr. Pastor Brian Arcand Pastor Anand George Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

SUNDAY SERVICES Rev. Trevor Malyon

St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:00 a.m. 191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m. 1302 - 99th Street North Battleford, SK

St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Roman Catholic Church DELMAS - Fr. Roque S. Concepcion SUNDAY MASS - 9:00 a.m.

Box 10, Delmas, SK

S0M 0P0

Phone 306-937-7340

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

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

Pastor James Kwon

Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, North Battleford

Phone 306-445-9096

Saturday Services Bible Study - 10:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Back to school in Unity Continued from Page 23 Delta Co-op hosted “Fuel Good Day” in the Co-op communities of Unity, Wilkie and Luseland wherein five cents of every litre of fuel purchased Sept. 19 went towards their local community fire departments. As well, a barbecue was held at each location to help raise additional funds for this great cause. Kudos to the Co-op for continuing to be a community supporter. Our CommUNITY continues to showcases shopportUNITY and opporTUNITY in growth and activity. Although the local economy noticed the economic impact that the oil sector slowdown had on Saskatchewan, Unity did not appear to suffer some of the consequences other communities in our province experienced. In fact, Unity has had plenty to talk about as far as activity, growth and changing environment that has evolved. Most noticeable at present are the upgrades taking place through Public Works. Director of Public Works, Collin Field tells us, “The major projects undertaken by Public Works through contracts have resulted in: the new wastewater treatment system up and running with very positive results shown; 500m of sidewalks have been replaced and paving is underway on several blocks of new curb to curb asphalt as well as numerous patching locations. In addition to these projects, Unity residents have noticed a number of other changes around town. Unity Truck and Auto changed their name starting Aug. 1 representing their expansion into RVs and ATV sales and repairs; now known as JDS RV and Powersport. Long time business Acklands

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closed as of the end of August and it has been purchased by Dean and Paula Wildeman to be the downtown location for automotive parts store and safety equipment, with a few other inclusions. Building sales downtown have people excited about what is to come in their business community; including a sold sign on the former North American Lumber building. Riou Law office moved to the former CIBC building while the Delta Co-op Admin office is relocating to the former Riou Law office location. Delta Co-op is also in renovation phase of their downtown food store location making way for the new liquor section as well as upgrading their signage and exterior. As well, Delta Co-op has committed to constructing a new home centre, slated to open in 2018. Recreation appears high on the agenda for Unity residents too! A needs assessment survey was presented to residents regarding the possibility/interest and/or potential of a family recreation complex that could include a bowling alley and possible other options; all slated to be in the same building. As well, on Sept. 7, an unveiling was done outside the former location of the pool showing the potential for an outdoor rec complex; with the first donation of $1,000 being received from the TRALAPA festival. Fall always brings a number of returning events to Unity that are highly anticipated by residents each year as well as add an attraction factor for visitors. The Chamber of Commerce’s initiative to include all of these upcoming events and activities on their table toppers situated throughout town in public places, restaurants and hotels enables everyone from

local to visitor to be in the know of what is upcoming in Unity in the coming months. Now that the extended ball season is over, people will get a chance to have a look at the newly upgraded arena that recently installed LED lighting and foil/energy efficient ceiling making for a much brighter interior. Residents may also have noticed the pathway project has moved forward. A figure eight loop has been staked out and both Public Works and Recreation has cut the grass along the route, with marker posts installed that can be seen in the southwest corner of Memorial Park, southwest corner of the regional park/ ball diamonds. These posts are covered in aluminum sheeting and have a solar light cap while waiting for signs to arrive. People can watch for information on updates of these pathway developments that will travel a 4.7 km area that will continue to evolve for walkers and bikers alike. The Unity Music Festival is holding their annual meeting Sept. 24 at 2 p.m. in the staff room at UCHS. There is always room for more music lovers and committee members to join this hard working group. For more information see their website http:// unitymusicfestivalassociation.weebly.com/ Parkview Place held a wonderful little garage sale and barbecue Sept. 16 to help raise funds for their activities program. Anyone who has been to one of the many events organized at Parkview by Paula Sittler knows the fun and friendship that is involved so they want to make sure to attend each unique event that is held. Each and every event organized and held at Parkview Place brings together residents and

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Vandalism, thefts cause Unity post office to limit public access hours Staff

RCMP report sometime overnight between Sept. 10 and 11, several mailboxes in the Canada Post Office in Unity were pried open. Various mail items were torn open and it is unknown if other items were taken. In another incident Aug. 17, it was reported that several parcel items had been taken from the after hours parcel boxes. Suspects were gaining access to the boxes and removing the parcels. As a result of these incidents, the Unity Post office has had to lock their doors to the public after hours to prevent further thefts. community for an overall enjoyable experience all around. Sept. 14 the Unity branch of Wheatland Library celebrated 50 years. The library in Unity has been in place since the 1950s. On Nov. 9, 1967, the Unity Library became a branch of the Wheatland Library. Many people are not even aware all that their local library branch has to offer in addition to books; which include talking books, large print books, DVDs, Bluray movies, eBooks and e-audio books that can be downloaded to personal tablets. The list of e-resources is plentiful too. And, if you can’t find what you are looking for, Michelle Schumack,

There are no suspects at this time. Anyone with information is asked to call the Unity RCMP at (306) 2286300, the Wilkie RCMP at (306) 843-3480 or the Macklin RCMP at (306) 753-2171. If you prefer to remain anonymous please call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crimes Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded. You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

community librarian, or Sandra Kelly, assistant librarian, will do their best to get it in for you. Anyone can join the library and can use any library in the province with their library card. Unity’s library is open Mondays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., closed long weekends. They are also open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 9 p.m. The team at Wheatland library, including their board, were thrilled with the turnout to celebrate this milestone event. As Albert Einstein says, “The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library.” Coffee row folks continue to discuss the harvest as well as sending

their positive energy to our farmer friends for a satisfying conclusion to this year’s harvest in a timely manner. The multiple community events are also a sure topic on the table. Garden harvest is not excluded from fall conversation as some produce has exceeded expectations and might even find a spot at the upcoming fall fair next weekend. Of course, the Riders and Jays are never far from topic tidbits either as “rowers” love to analyze what’s working, and what’s not with some of our favorite sports teams. So you see we keep busy in Unity with fun, friendship and fastidious conversations from our friends on coffee row. Until next time…

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Turkey * Stuffing * Mashed Potatoes * Gravy Vegetables * Perogies * Cabbage Rolls * Salads * Dessert Dance: 8:30 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. MUSIC PROVIDED BY: “DANNY & THE DUSTERS” Door Prizes TICKETS - $45.00/person Tickets available at:

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