The Observer August 28, 2025

Carlyle Cardinals have a stellar 2025 season

By Stephanie Zoer

The Carlyle Cardinals were on fire this season, stacking up wins and showing their strength on the diamond. With a mix of solid pitching, sharp defense, and big bats at the plate, the team has proven they are a force to reckon with this season.

The Cardinals’ recent victories not only boosted their record but also their confidence as they pushed toward the later part of the season. Game after game, the team came together delivering strong performances from both seasoned veterans and younger players stepping into key roles.

Brent McLean is one of the seasoned players and has been with the team for 25 years. He has also been the manager of the team since 2018. He can be seen pitching or playing out in the field.

He explained there are 10 teams that play in the regular season. “It was a really good year,” said McLean. “And one of the best on record.”

Regular Season

Their season ends with a tournament which was held in Estevan on July 25-27. Due to some rain over this weekend the final game was played on Monday July 28. This game was between the Estevan Southeast Diamond Backs and the Carlyle Cardinals. This game would decide who the champions would be.

It was a very intense game with the Cardinals being down one run. Ty Fehrenbach stepped up to the plate, with two out and two strikes. Fehrenbach had a base hit, sending a runner home to tie the game.

With Fehrenbach on base, Brent McLean came up to bat. McLean made good contact with the ball and sent it over the fence for a two-run home run, to give the Cardinals a 4-2 lead. This

sealed the win for the team, giving them the title for the sixth year in a row, taking home the championship.

Their season did not end here. They moved on to provincials, and the team travelled to Saskatoon for the AA Tier 1 tournament. There are four tiers in the provincial tournaments, and the Cardinals were placed in Saskatoon by Saskota.

Provincial Tournament

The tournament was held on August 1-3 with the first game against the Regina Rockies. The Rockies took the lead but would not keep it for long. Kody Rock hit a game tying two run home run. Danny Rasmussen got the game win on the pitcher’s mound while Brent McLean

drove in another run to seal the game for a 3-2 win.

Next up were the Saskatoon Hoppers. The bats came alive in this game early, and Ethan Scott had a stellar performance on the pitchers’ mound, taking the win 8-4. The Cardinals finished first in their pool.

The third game was played against the Saskatoon Outlaws. They picked up eight runs on 13 hits, giving the Cardinals another win 8-2, sending them off to the championship final.

The championship game was played against the Regina Rockies, the first team they had played in the tournament. This was going to be a tough game, but in the end the Cardinals blew them out of the water with an 11-1 win.

For the first time in Cardinal history the team took home the AA Tier 1 Provincial Championship. This was not going to be the last game of their season. They were now heading to Westlock, Alberta for the Western Canadian Baseball Championship.

Western Canadian Baseball Championship

The tournament was held from August 15-18 with the first game played against West Winnipeg. This was a tough and tight game but, in the end, Winnipeg took the win 4-0. Next up was Kelowna, which was another intense game. The Cardinals managed to get one run and finished the game winning, 1-0.

Get Ready for Sc hool!

Community Calendar

Your first stop to find events happening in our community!

September

Wed, Sept 10 – Arcola Hospital Retention & Recruitment committee public BBQ

Fri, Sept 12 – Maryfield Salad Smorg – St. Andrew’s United Church Sat, Sept 27 – Fall Supper – Arcola

October

Thurs., Oct 16 – Creative Tables for Cancer - Arcola

2026

Tues to Sat - Mar 25 -29

– 125th Arcola Curling Club Bonspiel

*Do you have a community event you want listed here? Send us the name of the event, date, and what community it’s being held by emailing: observer@sasktel.net OR calling: (306) 453-2525.

Harvest officially underway in Saskatchewan

By Kaitlynn Nordal

In Saskatchewan, agriculture is responsible for 10 per cent of the provincial economy and 41 per cent of the province’s total global exports.

“Agriculture is a huge part of the province. It’s in our DNA. Saskatchewan is known as the breadbasket, but continuous crop diversity has made us much more than the breadbasket,” said Saskatchewan’s Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison.

This harvest season, Minister Harrison is reminding everyone who works in the sector to prioritize safety. This includes things such as taking frequent breaks, having adequate meals and sleep, having fire-suppressing equipment on hand, and watching for power lines when moving machinery. It is also important to make sure that everyone keeps an eye out for large equipment on roads and highways.

“Farm safety yearround is important, but when harvest comes, everyone picks up the pace,” said Minister Harrison. “You are tempted to take some shortcuts. I want to remind people to please remember it only takes a couple of seconds for something bad to happen.”

Since it has been a dry season, Minister Harrison stresses having some form of fire extinguishment.

“We want to be aware that fires are a reality,” said Minister Harrison,

“Producers are good at this but I remind everyone to have some sort of firefighting equipment in the field whether it’s something on the combine, or a water truck at the edge of the field to try and prevent that fire before its widespread.”

With many pieces of equipment used during harvest, Minister Harrison reminds everyone to take safety precautions around equipment.

“It’s very common to find multiple family members involved in harvest operations,” said Minister Harrison. “We want everyone to get home safe at night.”

This includes giving the equipment the space it needs when seen on the road.

“When motorists are travelling down our rural roads or highways, be mindful of the slow-moving equipment. Farmers plan their routes well, so we want to make sure they get there in the best way they can. Use pilot vehicles when applicable and take the time to be patient. It may take three extra minutes to get to your destination, but it’s big and wide equipment. We don’t want anyone hurt,” said Minister Harrison.

Safety also includes the person’s mental state.

“Don’t get yourself too tired. Take breaks and have a drink of water. Be sure you are communicating with your crew. If you need to, get off a piece of equipment for a period of time to shake the cobwebs out. Do

Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison gives a speech on August 12 during a harvest kick-off event.

contributed

whatever it takes to keep your mind in the game,” said Minister Harrison. He also reminds producers to set a good example for their employees.

‘Harvest is just getting started across the province. It’s a mad rush against Mother Nature, whether it’s rain or heavy dew in the morning. You are coming in late in the evening, so your hours to harvest are sometimes limited on a lot of the days, but be mindful that even though it’s busy, take time, and use patience. Make sure you are not setting a bad ex-

ample for your young employees or family members. It’s a learned behaviour. We need everyone to go home safe,” said Minister Harrison Producers are reminded there are mental health supports, such as the Farm Stress Line. The Farm Stress Line is available 24/7 to provide free, confidential support to producers toll free at 1-800-667-4442. Those interested can follow the 2025 Crop Report on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) at @ SKAgriculture or by going to www.saskatchewan.ca/crop-report

Carnduff’s quilters making their mark

By Paul Kimball

There is just something so comforting about a quilt. Not just in the receiving of one, but also in the making of it.

Carnduff is home to a group of quilters. They call themselves Carnduff Comfort Quilters. The five members – Judy Adkins, Jean Kolb, Sandra Robertson, Eileen Simpson and Bonnie Taylor enjoy making quilts to provide comfort to those in need.

The group started in the 1990’s at the local United Church. People from the community would drop off, among other things, bags of fabric to the church. This led to ladies using the fabric to make quilts at the church.

A few years later, the church’s minister, Susan Reid, was to be married and the quilters wanted to make her a quilt as a wedding gift. Obviously, making it at the church was out of the question, as they wanted the quilt to be a surprise. As a result, the ‘manufacturing facility’ was relocated to Prairie View villa, where the quilt…and subsequent quilts were created.

In time, that ‘communal’ aspect of making quilts came to an end, and the group’s members started working individually in their homes.

All of the quilts end up with charities and people in need. People living in various shelters and those treated by victims’ services find great comfort in the quilts made in Carnduff. For example, the local quilters have joined with others all through Saskatchewan to donate quilts to the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Units) at the Regina General Hospital and the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital in Saskatoon. Carnduff’s quilters have a goal of sending more than 50 quilts to the hospital, each one with a flannel backing as there

is something very comforting and cozy about flannel.

Along with the charity work, the quilters enjoy making quilts for their own personal reason, using them as gifts to families and friends and to top their beds and adorn the walls of their homes. They do not use donated fabrics for this purpose.

Quilting is an art. Often an idea arises in the mind of a quilter and the search begins for the right fabric. At other times, the fabric is seen first and the ideas develop from that. It is laborious work, although technology has saved countless hours. A digital longarm can take a project that would normally take days to complete and have it finished within a few hours.

But there is much work that has to be done before the quilt is placed on the longarm. Cutting…assembling the front of the quilt…getting the backing ready…batting to place between the front and the back (like a sandwich) …are the steps that need to be done before the quilting (stitching) on the longarm takes place.

Most of the hand sewing on the binding is done by Eileen Simpson, a local senior, who is in her 90’s. She spends hour upon hour helping to get the quilts ready to be delivered to the charity.

Quilts made by Carnduff Comfort Quilters, Melita Cotton Attics and the Piecemakers Quilt Club (from Redvers) will be on display as part of Carnduff’s Fall Fling on September 6th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. As well, there may be some upcoming workshops.

Carnduff Comfort Quilters is always on the lookout for new members, even if you have no quilting experience. They are also willing to accept monetary dona-

Cardinals win AA Tier 1 Provincial Championship

The third game was against the Cartwright Twins. A win against this team would place them in second place and send them to the semifinals. The game was a battle and both teams played strong, but the Cardinals came out on top winning 11-9.

The following day they once again played the Cartwright Twins and this time the Twins came out stronger and harder, winning 110. McLean said their

pitching was strong and they connected with the balls. This game sent the Cardinals home as there was no game to decide third place. The Cardinals are in-

credibly pleased with their year and thankful for all the support they have received. They are excited to see what the 2026 season of baseball will bring them.

tions for the purchasing of the batting, as it is quite expensive.

If you’re interested in making quilts…and providing a source of comfort for those in need throughout Saskatchewan, let one of the five club members know.

Views

The importance of shopping local

Shopping local is more than just a transaction; it is an investment in the heart of our communities. When we choose to support local businesses, we are not only purchasing a product or service, but we are also helping to keep small-town economies strong, families supported, and neighbourhood’s thriving.

Local businesses are often run by people we know, such as our friends, neighbours, family, and community members who genuinely care about the people they serve. They sponsor our sports teams, donate to fundraisers, and contribute to community events in ways that large corporations simply do not. By choosing to shop locally, we are giving back to those who consistently give to us.

Another benefit is the unique variety that local businesses offer. Whether it is handmade goods, fresh produce, or personalized customer service, shopping local provides an experience that big-box stores cannot match. It adds character and individuality to our towns, making them vibrant and welcoming.

Most importantly, when we shop locally, more of our money stays in the community. Local spending generates more jobs and supports services in ways that online or outof-town purchases do not. This does not only include our local clothing stores, furniture shops or hardware stores, but this includes our local newspaper as well.

When we choose to shop locally, we are supporting the people who work in these jobs. When we choose to advertise in our local newspaper, you are supporting the local people who work there as well, and they in turn support your shop.

I have never understood why people sponsor ads on social media. What kind of cliental are you looking for? Sponsoring ads on social media is making one man extraordinarily rich and he does not support our community.

Of course, it is not always possible to shop locally for everything. But making the effort, even for a few purchases, makes a difference. Choosing a local grocery store, gift shop, restaurant or an ad in your local paper might feel small, but collectively, those choices help shape the future of our communities.

This small act helps to create jobs for your family, friends, and neighbours. It keeps the businesses doors open. It creates a healthier financial foundation for the community on a whole. When we stop, people lose their jobs, and the doors of the shops may close.

With the way things are going with our economy, it is more important than ever to support our local economy. The tariffs imposed by the United States and China are causing many of our items to increase drastically in price. The bottom line is to make ends meet and to make enough money to live comfortably.

In today’s world, where online shopping and big-box retailers are just a click or short drive away, it is easy to overlook the importance of shopping locally. But doing so, we build a relationship with the business, and they often will greet us by name. They get to know what we are looking for and offer us customer service that is often missed in big stores.

There is an environmental benefit to consider as well. Shopping close to home often reduces transportation needs and packaging waste compared to online shipping and distribution. Supporting nearby farms and food producers also means fresher, healthier products with fewer kilometres of travel from field to plate.

Ultimately, shopping and advertising locally is about more than where we spend money, it is about the values we want to uphold. Do we want strong, connected communities, or do we want to see small towns fade away under the weight of large corporations? Every dollar we spend is a vote for the kind of future we believe in.

By making the choice to shop locally, we are not only helping small businesses survive, but we are also helping our communities thrive.

“Resentment is like drinking poison and then hoping it will kill your enemies.”

A trash can full of our cash

Amid the endless talk of decluttering and home organization there are all kinds of strategies to inspire those who need help. One organizer offered a ‘kick start’ method. One weekend you are to set as a goal the removal of 50 items from your home. You just walk around with a box and when you see something you haven’t used in a while or is worn out, you put it in the box. She assured listeners hitting the 50-item mark would be very easy once they got started.

She’s probably right. But while we might be able to do the identifying, too many have trouble actually getting rid of the items. Intent is one thing. Follow through is another. Those things cost good money. How could anyone just get rid of them? I really like that and it may fit again. Or the classic, I might need that…someday.

Yet while we struggle with how to handle excess books, shoes, trinkets and gadgets, appar-

ently one thing we find easy to dispose of is food. To the tune of billions of dollars…yes, billions… each and every year.

Canadians waste half of what is produced, to the tune of $58 billion per year. Studies suggest 63% is avoidable, meaning it is food that could have been eaten. The number has doubled in the last few years. Doubled. Even as we stress over rising food prices we throw more and more away.

Most of us would loathe tossing cash into the trash, yet we don’t seem to have a strong enough reaction to the food waste. Picture 58 billion dollars heading to the garbage. No way, right? Yet when it comes in the form of uneaten apples, cucumbers, meat, dairy or anything deemed unworthy of our table— away it goes.

At the same time, food bank numbers continue to rise, agencies like soup kitchens are stretched, and some schools feel the need to try and fill the gap for students not having eaten breakfast and are without lunch for later in the day.

I’m sure most of us would say we try very hard to consume all the food we purchase yet we find ourselves disposing of too much. The average Canadian household tossed $1600 worth last year. Give that a moment to sink in. Anyone think they could make good use of an extra $1,600 at

the end of the year?

Perhaps we overestimate what we need or there’s simply too much variety and our appetites crave something different rather than using up what we’ve got. We have so much food we buy storage containers to fill with leftovers or to freeze the excess—until it’s too late or we leave things too long and have no recourse but to throw it away.

Years ago I was on a mission trip to Mexico. A story that stayed with me was the number of people, particularly children, who would head to the dump on garbage day and search through the trash to see if there might be some food there. Scraps others had thrown away were treasure to those searching for something to eat.

Years later I was in Mexico again, but this time as a tourist. My husband and I attended a Culinary Theatre experience, sitting a few feet from where the chef was cooking and entertaining. You could check out the screens above the seating area in the large restaurant and watch an overhead view as he worked with ingredients representing five different regions of the country. As he finished up each course, out came the wait staff to serve us our plate of what had just been created.

There was so much food. I’m pretty sure

a tremendous amount remained uneaten and was headed back to the kitchen. For a fleeting moment I wondered how many children might be climbing the piles at the nearest dump to see what this resort was discarding. Food waste is a global issue requiring a multi-faceted approach to solutions. In Denmark an app helps consumers find restaurants and bakeries about to close for the day where they can purchase remaining food at a fraction of the cost. France requires restaurants to donate all food that they will not use, but is safe to eat. Sweden collects food waste to create fuel to power public busses. Canada has organizations dedicated to reclaiming and redistributing products to reduce what gets thrown away. Trying to figure out how to make food budgets stretch is dominating conversation in many circles. It would seem one of our most important strategies is using up what we already have and reclaim some of the $1,600 we are throwing away. While there are global factors that need to be addressed, the variable we have the most control over is what we put in our fridge and cupboards and then what makes it to our table. The best thing we can do is buy what we’ll eat and eat what we buy. That’s my outlook.

Canadian Wrestling Elite raises an uproar in Estevan

By Stephanie Zoer

Wrestling is not for everyone, but if a person is a die-hard wrestling fan, then the Estevan Legion was the place to be on August 18. The Canadian Wrestling Elite (CWE) once again put on a great show for all their fans.

When the doors opened, the Legion slowly filled with wrestling enthusiasts, so much so that many more chairs needed to be pulled out to accommodate the crowd of 150 people.

The evening started off with the popular “Crazy MoFO” CAM!!ikaze verses Ronnie Attitude. Attitude had the upper hand at the beginning of the match, but with the crowd standing behind CAM!!ikaze, it did

not take him long to give Attitude a drop kick, followed by a power slam. As Cam!!iKAZE jumped from the top rope, it was too much for Attitude and CAM!!ikaze got the win.

Mastermind Kevin Cannon took on Edward Wild. This was Wild’s debut match, and he had the crowd on his side. The audience often chanted chicken towards Cannon, which he did not enjoy. Cannon gave Wild some blows to his mid-section and a boot to the face giving Cannon the three count and the win.

Danny “Hot Shot” Duggan always gets the crowd on his bad side by coming into the ring with the American flag. He informed the crowd that

Trump was just going to take Canada, which had the crowd in an uproar. This was going to be a grudge match with his opponent “Crude Oil” Cody Mac, and he was the spectator’s favourite. Although Crude Oil gave Hot Shot a run for his money, it was Hot Shot that took the win.

The next match was a tag team event with WWE star Brian Kendrick and “The Zombie Killer” Mentallo verses CWE Canadian Champion “Chizzled” Chad Daniels and the “Canadian Rottweiler” Kash. It did not take the crowd long to decide who they were cheering for, when Chizzled kept telling the people to keep quiet.

This match had a turn of events when Hot Shot

and Cannon came into the ring to give Chizzled and Kash a hand. They continued to double team on the WWE star and in the end, they lost by disqualification.

Brian Kendrick began his wrestling career 26 years ago. He was on the WWE roster on and off for approximately 11 years. Today he does the independent circuit, and this is how he landed on CWE.

When CWE does a tour, it is for 17 days in a row. This one is called “The Cruel Summer Tour.” Kendrick has never wrestled for 17 days straight, and he said it is very mentally and physically demanding. This was their fifth night on the road.

The CWE Hardcore

match included “The Pitbull” Robbie Royce against the “Headliner” Shaun Martens. Once again, they had the crowd in an uproar as this match included chains, garbage can lids and steel chairs. The wrestlers are always interacting with the people, and Headliner asked the crowd to stop booing him, which made the audience get louder. It did not take long for Royce to take the win the pin. The last match of the night was an eight-man tag team match, with Hot Shot, Chizzled, Kash and Cannon taking on Brian, Wild and Crude, but there was no fourth man on the team. Hot Shot

taunted his opponents by telling them they were next in line for his punishment. Crude could take it no longer and told Hot Shot to bring it on. As team members slowly were eliminated, it was an injured Mentallo that came to Brians rescue giving them the three count.

Throughout the night the audience was very enthusiastic, giving the wrestlers plenty to work on. At the beginning of the evening and during the break all the wrestlers come out and offer to sign autographs and sell their merchandise. A meet and greet was held after the event at the Tower Café in Estevan.

• General reception duties

• Office supply management

• Advertising/Social Media/Website Maintenance

• Ownership changes & map updates

• Various permitting

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent,

• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of programs,

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management, & organization skills,

• Professional attitude with the expectation of confidentiality Previous experience/education within the municipal, and/or administration field(s) would be considered an asset as would previous experience with the MuniSoft software suite. Must be bondable.

Minimum starting wage of $23/hr, (negotiable based on qualifications, education & experience), with a comprehensive benefits package including short- & long-term disability group life insurance, extended health and dental plan, and a group pension plan. Guaranteed 21 hours (3 days) a week and as necessary, extra hours/days will be required.

Council invites applicants to submit a detailed resume indicating education experience and three references by 4:00 p.m. September 9th, 2025 to: R.M. of Reciprocity No 32 Box 70 Alida, SK S0C 0B0

E-mail: rm.of.reciprocity@sasktel.net

Anticipated start date of October 6th, 2025, negotiable. For more information contact the municipal office at (306) 443-2212.

OILFIELD DIRECTORY

Kelly Greenbank – Plan B has been great

By Paul Kimball

Kelly Greenbank lives life focussing on ‘what is’ rather than ‘what if’.

Born in Moosomin, he grew up in the Kelso area. When he was eight, he started playing hockey in Wawota. Dad was his coach.

While playing in a tournament in Reston at age 15, Greenbank was scouted by the Brandon Wheat Kings of the WHL. He attended their tryout camp the following fall, but weighing just 140 lbs., he needed to beef up and was sent to the Melville Millionaires of the SJHL.

It worked. The following year, he made the Wheat Kings squad.

After one year with the Wheat Kings, he was traded to the Winnipeg Clubs. As a Club, he played in the first-ever World Junior Championships, playing alongside future greats Bryan Trottier and Brian Sutter.

A year and a half later, 1974, he was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens – the 35th player picked overall.

The Canadiens were stacked with great players. Making the team would be a difficult challenge. He was sent to their farm team, the Scotia Voyageurs in Halifax on a three-

year deal. While with the Voyageurs, he was ‘lent’ to another team, the Providence Reds.

Greenbank had a great opening camp in the third year of his contract, but he realized that he had no future with the Canadiens. He retired to spend more time with his wife and daughter…and to make better money.

He moved to Souris, Manitoba, becoming their Recreation Director. He continued to play the sport he loved with the Souris senior hockey team.

On one occasion, Souris was playing against the Brandon Olympics. A former NHL player, Dennis Hextall, a scout for the Minnesota North Stars, was playing for the Olympics. He liked what he saw in Greenbank and passed his name onto Lou Nanny, the North Stars’ general manager. Nanny bought the rights to Greenbank in 1977 for a whopping $100! He offered him a contract to play for their farm team, the Forth Worth Texans. Greenbank helped the team win the Central Hockey League Championship. Dreams of playing in the NHL were revived. He had a great chance to play for the North Stars the following year.

But…there was a rival league to the NHL in those days – the WHA. The year that Greenbank hoped to move up to the North Stars, the Cleveland Crusaders, a WHA team, folded. The players’ rights were given to the North Stars. Since there were many good players on the Crusaders, Greenbank never received the call to move up.

The NHL dream was dashed. Discouraged, he continued to play for the Texans. During the playoffs, a defenceman, Neil Nicholson, put the bug in Greenbank’s ear about playing in Europe. European hockey was played on a bigger ice surface and Nicholson felt that would suit Greenbank’s style.

The following year –1978 – Minnesota moved the Texan team to Oklahoma. Once again, Greenbank saw no future in the NHL. He asked Nanny to release him from his contract to open the door to play in Europe. His request was granted.

He signed with an Austrian team in Feldkirch, a scenic medieval Alpine town, complete with a castle. It is a stop on the famous Orient Express train route. His wife and two children moved with him. He had a good contract – along with his salary, housing was provided and his expenses were covered, with the exception of food and entertainment.

He played 13 years for Feldkirch, reaching his

full potential as a hockey player. His team won four league championships. Four of his 13 years, he was a playing coach. Eight times, he played for the Austrian national team. He also played in two Olympics – Sarajevo and Calgary, where his team finished in ninth place. That was the best-ever showing for an Austrian team.

In his second season in Felkirch, he was encouraged to become an Austrian citizen. This allowed him to play on the national team. He did…but that meant being conscripted into the Austrian army. He served 6 months with the Jaeger battalion (who fought on the front lines in warfare), but with some help from his coach, he was given the role of Lieutenant’s Secretary, which meant staying home and playing hockey.

In 1991, at the age of 36, Greenbank hung up the skates…professionally, that is. He returned to Wawota and played for the senior team in the Big 6 for five years. He coached them another three years.

He started up an auto glass business, but retired at age 59. In 2002, he purchased the Mini Mart in Kenosee for his wife, Wendy, to run. They sold the business in 2024.

He now splits his year between Wawota and Kenosee Lake. He enjoys golf, although that has been seriously affected since 2001 when he was diagnosed with multiple

sclerosis following a hockey game. He works weekends as a golf marshal.

He has travelled throughout North America in his motorhome, and has returned to Europe three times.

Kelly and Wendy had four children, three girls (Shawna, Kyla and Jennifer) and a son (Jason) who passed away before his second birthday.

Wendy passed away this past February, leaving a huge hole in Kelly’s life.

RUBBERSTONE

•Cover your ugly concretewith Sierrastone Rubberstone on driveways,sidewalks, basements, decks, garages -5 year warranty

VU-BASTONE -driveways, sidewalks, garages, decks andbasements -5 year warranty

POLYASPARTIC EPOXYFLAKE in garagesand basements.

BRICK driveways, firepits, sidewalks, fountains, walls, grain bins, outdoor kitchens.

VI-PEQ THERMAL CORK SHIELD -interior and exteriorcommercial andresidential buildings15 yearswarranty Goesovertin, wood, brick, stucco,and siding.

•Tree and stump removal, cutting &stump grinding.

•Industrial and residential hedge trimming.

•Farmyard wind row restoration

•Landscaping.

•Light carpentry, pergola, gazebos,fences

•Staining fences, decks andsteps.

•Deck building.

•Skidsteerwork.

•Auger holes (4" to 24"-13" deep)

•Screw piles (commercial &residential)

PHONEBILL at (306) 577-1643

Life has unfolded much differently than Greenbank anticipated in his teen years. But rather than dwelling on the ‘what-ifs’ in life – what life would have been like had he been drafted by any team other than the talent-loaded Canadiens – he has chosen to focus on the ‘what-is’s’ in life. His life has been

a great adventure, opening his eyes to things he never dreamed about in those early years. As he looks back on how his life has unfolded, he wouldn’t trade it in for anything,

What is Labour Day?

Background

The origins of Labour Day can be traced back to April 15, 1872, when the Toronto Trades Assembly organized Canada’s first significant demonstration for worker’s rights. The aim of the demonstration was to release the 24 leaders of the Toronto Typographical Union who were imprisoned for striking to campaign for a nine-hour working day. At this time, trade unions were still illegal and striking was seen as a criminal conspiracy to disrupt trade. In spite of this, the Toronto Trades Assembly was already a significant organization and encouraged workers to form trade unions, mediated in disputes between employers and employees and signaled the mistreatment of workers.

There was enormous public support for the parade, and the authorities could no longer deny the important role that the trade unions had to play in the emerging Canadian society. A few months later, a similar parade was organized in Ottawa and passed the house of Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John Macdonald. Later in the day, he appeared before the gathering and promised to repeal all Canadian laws against trade unions. This happened in the same year and eventually led to the founding of the Canadian Labour Congress in 1883.

Labour Day was originally celebrated in the spring, but it was moved to the fall after 1894. A similar holiday, Labor Day is held on the same day in the United States of America. Canadian trade unions are proud that this holiday was inspired by their efforts

to improve workers’ rights. Many countries have a holiday to celebrate workers’ rights on or around May 1.

What Do People Do?

Traditionally, Labour Day was an occasion to campaign for and celebrate workers’ rights during parades and picnics organized by trade unions. These still play a role in Labour Day for some Canadians, but many people see the first Monday in September as an opportunity to take a late summer trip, perhaps to their country cottage, or enjoy the company of family or friends at picnics, fairs, festivals and fireworks displays. For teenagers and other students, the Labour Day weekend is the last chance to celebrate with a party or to go on a trip before school re-opens for the new academic year.

Canadian football fans may spend a large proportion of the weekend watching the Labour Day Classic matches live or on television. The Labour Day Classic consists of three games between high-ranking teams in the Canadian Football League. One match is played on the Sunday before Labour Day and two on Labour Day.

Why Is Labor Day in September?

In most countries around the world, Labor Day is celebrated on May 1. The USA and Canada are the only two major countries that moved the holiday to the end of summer.

There are two main reasons why the US and Canada holiday is in September: One is the large gap between summer and autumn holidays.

HOPE YOU HAVE A HAPPY

The other reason is the historical background of Labor Day: In May 1886, a bomb exploded in Chicago, turning a labor rally into a bloodbath that claimed the lives of several police officers and civilians. This became known as the Haymarket Affair, named after the place, where the rally was held.

In the aftermath of the Haymarket Affair, May 1 became associated with labor protests and, in some cases, violence. In an effort to distance themselves from the Haymarket incident and to provide a more peaceful and unified observance of labor and workers’ rights, the US labor movement and government officials decided to establish Labor Day on a different date.

On June 28, 1894, President Grover Cleveland signed the Labor Day bill into law, designating the first Monday in September as Labor Day. This choice of date was seen as a way to avoid the associations with the Haymarket Affair and to emphasize the positive aspects of the labor movement.

Public Life

Post offices, many businesses, and many organizations are closed on Labour Day in Canada. Schools and other educational establishments are also closed, as Labour Day falls at the end of the summer holiday period. Many public transport services run to a reduced or “Sunday” service, although others may not run at all. There may be some local disruption to traffic around parades, particularly in Toronto, and some congestion on highways and at airports as people return form late summer vacations or trips.

LABOUR DAY!

and those of the community, better.

Carnduff’s second Fall Fling is in the making

By Paul Kimball

Last year, Carnduff tried something a little different. For several years, the Carnduff & District Business Organization had planned a big bash for Canada Day, but their hard work didn’t produce the hoped-for results, as many residents chose that day to begin their holidays. As a result, Canada Day celebrations didn’t take place in Carnduff for a year or two.

In 2024, it was decided to create a Fall Fling. The day would resemble the events of the former Canada Day celebrations,

but take place on a day when most people would be around.

The day turned out to be a smashing success. So much so that there was a strong desire by the organizers to do it again…and again…and again…for years to come. The hope was that every year would be better than the year before.

This year, the board and interested volunteers have been planning for this year’s Fling. It will take place on September 6th. The main block of Broadway will be closed off for the entire day and the second block will be closed part of the

day.

It will kick off with a pancake breakfast served by the local Lions club at 8 a.m. The day will wind up with a fireworks show and music provided by The Otherz Band from Regina starting at 9 p.m.

In between, lots will happen. Kids will enjoy activities such as bouncy castles, a petting zoo, miniature golf, a scavenger hunt, face painting, henna tattoos, hair tinsels and a dance.

There will be lots of things for adults and kids alike to take in. An open-mic talent show, pie and veggie contests, a car

show, a quilt show, a pet parade and bingo are some of the events planned. For those who love to eat, there will be several options – food trucks, booths selling locally-made food and restaurants will be open to satisfy your munchies. And for those who love to spend money…and to get value for their money, there will be a market at the Ag Grounds from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

It looks to be a great day…and one that you ought to be sure to mark on your calendars. It will be a day that will bring the people of Carnduff and beyond together.

Oxbow’s latest author introduces her book

By Paul Kimball

Oxbow resident Cassandra Madsen wears several titles – wife (to Brad), mother (of Rose, Scarlett and Gordon), community professional and volunteer. Now she has added another.

Author.

Madsen has always loved writing. As a kid and a teen, she often wrote things for herself. She foresaw the day when she would be a writer of fiction. Becoming a published author, however, was a dream that lay dormant for many years.

In the years following COVID, she did a lot of grieving. Her soul sister died as a result of an overdose. Five of her friends died unexpectedly. As a way of grieving, she wrote of her feelings

PUBLIC NOTICE

and thoughts, not holding anything back in describing the grief she felt.

On one occasion, she was reading these writings to a friend. Her friend encouraged her to publish her writings as a way of help others to understand that grief is real and it hurts.

As a result, Madsen began to give serious thought to awaken her dormant dream.

She didn’t go the usual route in publishing her book. She didn’t use any outside help…she went through the whole process of making her book a reality on her own. Perhaps the only exception was the enlisting of a friend, Alaina Kinder, to do some proofreading.

The end result was In a Year, a memoir of her year of grieving. The book

also serves as a tribute to those six people whom she has lost and includes a gut-wrenching poem that she has written. The 82-page book was released in July 2025 and was a year in the making.

As a way of helping to launch the book, Megan Andersen, Oxbow’s branch librarian, invited Madsen to do a reading and book-signing at the library. The reading took place on August 21st.

While people listened, Madsen read the introduction of the book. It seemed that was all she intended to read, but she was asked by one of the listeners if she could

read a bit more. Madsen agreed to do that…even though she finds it very emotional reading her book.

She also read the poem that she had written, which the listeners found very touching.

Following the reading, questions were asked of Madsen about the book – and her life – and then the evening came to an end as she signed books for those who purchased them.

The book is available as a download or as a softcover through Amazon. The local library has also ordered a copy which can be borrowed.

Public Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 207 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, that the Town of Oxbow intends to adopt Bylaw 1161-2025, to amend Zoning Bylaw 1063 as hereinafter provided

Intent

The proposed amendment would reduce the site regulations in the CS-Community Service Zoning District specifically for Educational Facilities only as follows:

• The minimum site frontage is reduced from 60.0 meters (197 feet) to 40.0 meters (131 feet); and

• The minimum side yard is reduced from 7.5 meters to 3 meters (10 feet) Affected Land

The affected Lands are all lands in the Town of Oxbow zoned CS-Community Service Zoning District

Reason

The reason for the amendment is to provide for the accommodation of a future educational facility development.

Public Inspection

Any person may inspect the bylaw at the municipal office at 319 Main Street, Oxbow, S.K. between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday excluding statutory holidays. The Proposed Bylaw available for viewing on the Town website at www.oxbow.ca

Public Hearing

The council will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at 319 Main Street, Oxbow, S.K. to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. The council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing. You can contact the undersigned at 306-483-2914 or administrator@oxbow.ca with questions or comments

Issued at the Town of Oxbow this 21st day of August 2025.

Brandi Morissette, Chief Administrative Officer

Kenosee: Sunday at 9 a.m. Forget: Sunday at 9 a.m. 306-453-6200 Full Gospel Church Welcomes You 202-4th

Church of Our Lady, Carlyle Father Chris Juchacz Carlyle: Sunday at 11 a.m.

Elaine (De Pape) Poir ier passed away with her loving family at her side on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at the age of 84 Mass of Chr istian Bur ial took place Saturday, August 9th – 11a m at St Vital Roman Catholic Church, Battleford SK with Father Manh Nguyen officiating Arrangements have been entr usted to Eter nal Memor ies Funeral Ser vice and Cremator ium For those unable to attend the ser vice, a video recording is posted to Eter nal Memor ies website

Left to cher ish Elaine’s memor y are her daughters grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Lucie (Guy) Baillargeon

Kelly (Megan) - Halle and Rylee

Oneil (Taylor)

Lise (Adam) Gray - Logan and Camr yn Claire (Keith) Seely

Chr is Savage – Destiny Andersen (†), Ben Savage

Brad (Nicole) Savage - Serenit y, Chase, Willow and Gr yffin

Jaki (Joe) Esquirol Ben (Teesha) Morgan (Nicholas) Noah Dominique

She is sur vived by siblings Claudette (Peter), Jaki (Gaynel), Char les (Louise) Michele and Maureen; sisters-in-law Anne and Maureen and many nieces nephews & fr iends

Besides her parents Alber t & Cecile De Pape, Elaine was predeceased by her husband Henr i, brother Claude, nephew Darr yl and great-granddaughter Destiny

We want to thank Dr Patr icia Campbell and her wonderful palliative care team who treated Mom with such compassion and dignit y

Memor ial donations in Elaine’s memor y may be made to: Battlefords Healthcare Foundation – Palliative Care Unit, Po Box 1358 , Nor th Battleford SK S9A 2Y8 Battleford Memor ial Rose Garden c/o Box 40 Battleford SK S0M 0E0

Announces its 16th ANNUAL FARM SALE 810 Valley Road (Saskatoon, SK)

Friday Sept. 12th 9:00am - 5:00pm

Saturday Sept. 13th 9:00am - 4:00pm

TREES, SHRUBS & SHELTERBELTS

Sukanen Ship Threshing Days Sept 6 and 7 Daily binding threshing smithing, car tractor parades, limited camping Go 13 km south of Moose Jaw on Highway Two Call 306-6937315 or go to sukanenshipmuseum ca

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS

Motor scrapers, dozers, excavators, rock trucks, packers; wide range of machines. Lots of work all season. Camp/R & B provided. Competitive wages. 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

I am currently PURCHASING single to large blocks of land. NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS Saskatchewan born and raised, I know farming and farmland and can help you every step of the way. Doug Rue, for further information 306-716-2671 saskfarms@shaw.ca www.sellyourfarm land.com

AGPRO - BUYING: FEED BARLEY & HEATED CANOLA For Bids, Call/Text: 306-873-0481 or visit: agproseeds.com

AGPRO MARKET REPORT: Farmers, call to sign up for Free Today!

5, 2025 at 4:00

1994 Kawasaki Bayou quad (ignition issue); Teak dining table c/w 6 or nate chairs; 200 piece collection of Pinwheel cr ystal; hanging swag coke stained glass lamp; cars and die cast collection; fur niture; appliances;paintings; 22 Cooey; power and hand tools Note: The Oxelgrens are moving to a fur nished condo, ever ything in their house and yard except for a few family heir looms will be selling This is a live on site auction For fur ther infor mation phone Shelly 306-457-7861

KEY "M" AUCTION SERVICES Dellan Mohrbutter 306-452-7847 globalauctionguide com keymauctions com

Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement and the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness, or reliability of such advertisements For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association's Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www swna com

Find QUALIFIED, LOCAL EMPLOYEES using the strength of community newspapers! Visit www swna com or call 306649-1405 to find out how!

PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS 47 local community newspapers, distributing to over 450 communities including 14 cities Reach over 550,000 readers weekly Call 306649 1405 or visit www swna com for details

DL AE LE CT RI

Wrong

Container top

Lyric poem

Somewhat hot 9. Concer t solo

On (tense) 19. Patch the roof, again

Squid squir t

Depar ted

Spindle

Designs

Assistance

Performer

1. Unmatched

4. Angel’s headwear

8. Slosh through water

12. Pelt

13. Surrounded by

14. Very dr y

Toll

Roomy 17. Bell sound 18. Boats like Noah’s 20. Picture

21. Gold-threaded fabric

23. Reach 26. Outlet 27. Pleasing 32. Dog’s woe

33. Spoiled

34. Potter y material 35. Land

37. Carr y along 38. Mislaid

40. Was in the red 41. Hollywood’s Clark

45. Plucked instrument

47. Realty unit 48. Sailor ’s hail 50. Annoy 53. Debtor ’s burden 54. Only 55. Pumpk in desser t 56. Does sums 57. Limbs 58. Coop produc t DOWN

Depar ted

Spindle

Designs

Assistance

Performer

Switch position

Glassmaker ’s tool

Now payable

Glassmaker ’s tool

Delayed

More visionar y

Gazed upon

Life stor y, for short

Falcon’s cousin

HOW TO PLAY:

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once. Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line.

You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3

Telescope glass 46. Yes votes

48. 100 percent 49. Gardening tool

30. Delayed 31. Gazed upon 33. Life stor y, for short

51. Oil derrick 52. Small cask

36. Brewer y beverage 39. Sandal 41. Color ful 42. Biting 43. Brought up 44. Telescope glass

46. Yes votes 48. 100 percent 49. Gardening tool

51. Oil derrick 52. Small cask

SCORPIO

SAGITTARIUS

AQUARIUS

PISCES