Moose Jaw Express, April 15, 2026

MOOSE JAW’S HOMEGROWN NEWSPAPER

Indoor, outdoor car show coming to Currie Armoury in city

The ninth Highway to Heroes Car Show will kick off this year’s car show season on Friday, May 8 and Saturday May 9 at the D.V. Currie Armoury at 1215 Main St. N. in Moose Jaw.

The show is sponsored by Friends of the Forces Fellowship in collaboration with the Saskatchewan Dragoons and Serco Canada.

For the first time, the interior of the Armoury building will house special show cars to be on public display May 8 from 4 to 8 p.m. Advance registration is required for the indoor show with a registration form available on the Fellow-

The indoor show will continue on May 9 but will be joined by an outdoor display of show cars throughout the exterior grounds of the Armory. The show cars will supplement the display of military vehicles already in place on the west

The May 9 show will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with gates open to exhibitors at 8 a.m. All exhibitors and spectators will enter through a gate on the east

We are excited to bring something new and unique to the local car show scene, says Joyce Walter, chairperson

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of the show. “The Dragoons approached us with the idea several months ago and the Fellowship committee immediately went into planning mode, visualizing on paper and through walk-a-bouts on the grounds to map out a workable design.”

Previous Highway to Heroes car shows from 2014-2018 took place at 15 Wing and from 2022-2024 on the Moose Jaw Exhibition Grounds.

Walter said close to 100 volunteers will assist with the show, from parking cars and security to gate attendants and 50-50 sales. Local cadet organizations will also be involved. The Fellowship has in the past provided financial support for cadet programs.

The local business community is also involved through financial donations and in-kind support for all aspects

of the show.

Admission for indoor cars is $25 for the car and driver. Any other passengers will pay $10. A weekend pass will be sold on Friday to cover admission for both days.

Saturday’s show cars will pay $10 for car and driver. All other exhibitors and spectators will pay $10 for adults. A $5 admission will be charged for 5-12 years.

Profits from the show will go towards assisting with projects for military families. Donations will also go to worthy local charities, cadets, veterans and military organizations. Over the course of eight previous shows, the Fellowship has donated more than $145,000, Walter said.

The two-day show will also feature the Elks Club concession, an ice cream truck, soap box derby car display, along with recruitment displays from the Dragoons and other military organizations. Car dealerships are expected to display various models as well.

Further information is available from Fellowship members or by calling 306-692-7357. That number is equipped with a message manager so leave a name and number for a return call.

Province mourns former lieutenant governor, 15 Wing Honorary Colonel Schofield

The Honourable Vaughn Solomon Schofield, Saskatchewan’s former lieutenant governor and the current Honorary Colonel of 15 Wing Moose Jaw, has died at the age of 82.

The province confirmed that Schofield passed away April 8 in Regina following a brief hospital stay.

Her Honour the Honourable Bernadette McIntyre, Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan, shared condolences on behalf of the province.

“I offer deep condolences to her family and friends, and to the thousands of Saskatchewan residents the former Lieutenant Governor touched during her time in office from 2012 to 2018,” McIntyre said. “Vaughn had a strong background in community work and volunteer service, and her dedicated support of the military was evident throughout her time in office.”

Members of 15 Wing Moose Jaw also expressed their condolences, describing Schofield as a respected leader and advocate for the military community.

In a statement released April 9, the Wing said her “steadfast support of the Saskatchewan military community was exemplary,” noting she played a vital role in strengthening relationships between the Canadian Armed Forces and the public.

The statement further described her as “a source of guidance and inspiration” to personnel at 15 Wing, and said her leadership helped foster a strong sense of cohesion and esprit de corps within the unit.

Flags at 15 Wing facilities in Moose Jaw and Southport, Man., will be flown at half-mast in her honour.

Schofield served as Saskatchewan’s 21st lieutenant governor from 2012 to 2018, where she became widely known for her support of military members and their families. While in office, she established the Lieutenant Governor’s Military Service Pin, which has been awarded to more than 8,000 current and former members of the Canadian Armed

Forces across the province. She also founded the Support Our Troops Gala, a national fundraiser that supports organizations assisting military families.

Her connection to Moose Jaw was renewed in 2025, less than a year before her passing, when she was formally invested as Honorary Colonel of 15 Wing. The ceremonial role reflects the close relationship between the Canadian Armed Forces and the city, with honorary colonels serving as a bridge between the military and the public.

She had only recently begun her term, typically a three-year appointment, working to build connections between 15 Wing personnel and the community.

Prior to her time as lieutenant governor, Schofield held several leadership roles tied to military advocacy, including serving as provincial chair of the Canadian Forces Liaison Council and as Honorary Colonel of the Regina-based 10th Field Artillery Regiment.

Her contributions were recognized with numerous honours, including the Saskatchewan Order of Merit, the Canadian Forces Medallion for Distinguished Service, and the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal.

Schofield is survived by her two children and four grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Gordon Schofield.

Residents can express condolences through the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan’s website at LtGov. sk.ca. Books of condolence will also be available at Government House and in the lobby of the Legislative Building in Regina.

Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced at a later date.

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Little Princess Ball sells out ahead of 15th anniversary return

The Little Princess Ball has officially sold out ahead of its return later this month, with organizers pointing to strong community support as the event marks its 15th year.

The annual fundraiser is set for April 18 at the Temple Gardens Centre, with proceeds supporting the Moose Jaw Health Foundation (MJHF) and patient care at the Dr. F. H. Wigmore Regional Hospital. The ball is scheduled to run from 3 to 7 p.m.

Organizers confirmed the sellout around April 7, just under two weeks ahead of the ball.

The event, which blends a themed experience for children with a community-focused fundraiser, will run as a single-day event this year with 400 attendees, featuring entertainment, character appearances, and interactive activities for families. Funds raised through this year’s ball will go toward the future purchase of a new birthing bed for the hospital’s women’s health unit.

Alongside fundraising, this year’s ball features a themed experience featuring entertainment, character appearances, and interactive activities for children and families.

“If you’ve been curious about checking it out, I would say that this is

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the year that you’ll want to come,” said co-ordinator Kate Szeles in an earlier interview. “If your little person has a favourite princess, I can almost guarantee that we’ll have them there.”

In the weeks leading up to the event, organizers have also highlighted a wide range of community support through social media, recognizing both donors and partners.

Businesses such as Temple Gardens Hotel & Spa, Sanctuary Games, and Ottawa Real Estate & Insurance were among those acknowledged for their contributions, alongside support from Pet Valu Moose Jaw, Devo’s Car Wash, Rosie’s on River Street, Hillcrest Dental, and other local sponsors. Additional donations were also received from organizations including Moose Jaw Funeral

Home, the Tunnels of Moose Jaw, and the Moose Jaw Warriors Hockey Club. In one example of community support, Studio Orange by Orange Door Collective Wellness raised $2,000 for the cause.

Organizers also recognized returning vendors and partners contributing to the experience, including Dance Images Inc., Holly Would Rentals and Details, DJ Silent C, Elite Hairstyling & Esthetics, and Krystal Moore Photography.

“We are just the luckiest group that we are so supported by the Moose Jaw Community,” one update read.

With tickets now fully allocated, attention is turning to event day preparations as organizers aim to deliver a memorable experience for families while continuing to support local health care.

“This event is now in its 15th year, so it has been really cherished by our community,” Szeles said. “It’s just nice to see the community come out and support health care.”

For more information about the Moose Jaw Health Foundation, visit MJHF.org.

The Temple Gardens Centre is located at 110 First Avenue Northwest.

Editor’s Note

JOAN RITCHIEMoose Jaw Express EDITOR

Some people push into the unknown. Others stay where they’re comfortable. That split isn’t random—it’s built.

This week I have had my head wrapped around the big news of the day with the Artemis II spaceship headed into the great unknown of outer space. I was engaged with the endeavours and rather apprehensive with the possibility of unforeseen circumstances that were out of the traveller’s control through the whole mission. Everything seemed to be on a good trajectory, but when I heard about a number of variables that were beyond their control but well in control of the mission, the hope was for the best towards their return to earth. The things that made me take a second breath on the experience was the fact that ‘they’ said that the space craft would be entering the earth’s atmosphere at approx. 24,000 to 25,000 miles per hour. That the capsule would be almost a flaming ball on the exterior of approximately 5,000°F (2,760°C or roughly 3,000°C in some reports) at the same time and there would be a

length of time when there would be no communication between the space travellers and people on earth.

To me, this was a situation beyond an individual’s control. Sure, they said that the inside of the module has a controlled temperature but putting one’s trust in technology and new horizons never yet explored seems to me a little beyond what I personally could endure or even imagine. Hey, I’ll admit it…this kind of challenge is not for me. I am not the kind of person today that would even consider driving a vehicle without being in control of the gas and steering wheel.

And then I start to examine why people challenge themselves in ways that are beyond compression and I find that some people are naturally more open to new experiences.

Psychologists call this openness. High openness = curiosity, risk tolerance, interest in new ideas. Low openness = preference for routine and predictability. Neither is “wrong,” but they lead to very different lives.

Second is upbringing. If you grew up being encouraged to try, fail, and try again, you build confidence in uncertainty. If you were criticized, overprotected, or rewarded only for getting things right, you learn to avoid risk. That sticks.

Third is experience. Success builds momentum.

Failures handled properly build resilience. But repeated failures without support? That shuts people down. People usually avoid it because somewhere along the line, challenge burned them.

Fourth is identity. Some people see themselves as “the kind of person who figures things out.” Others see themselves as “not good at that.” That internal story quietly controls everything.

Now here’s the skinny on the subject: believing in yourself isn’t some fluffy mindset—it’s a competitive advantage.

Personally, I believe a person doesn’t need to challenge themselves in just daredevil acts. In the past, my husband occasionally referred to me as ‘Chicken Little’ because I actually don’t like to challenge myself in these ways but prefer challenges that I can accomplish using my mind and intellect rather than trying to defy what I feel I possibly am incapable of accomplishing in my body. You may never see me jumping off a bridge with a bungee cord, but I have been known to get into an acrobatic 2-person airplane with a pilot that flew me upside down for a couple minutes. Can’t say I liked it, but I did it. So, I’m saying I admire those who can but I admit that not everyone is wired in the same way and in it all, I’m ok and you’re ok. The

Chatters Moose Jaw marks stylist’s 30-year milestone

A submitted tribute this week marks a 30-year milestone at a local hair salon and recognizes a longtime employee.

The following tribute was provided by Chatters Hair Salon Moose Jaw in celebration of stylist Carol Ireland, who marked three decades with the salon on April 4.

“To know Carol is truly to love her.

Carol began her hairdressing journey in Saskatoon, where she spent 18 years behind the chair perfecting her craft before making the move to Moose

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Jaw. Since day one — April 4, 1996 — she has been a shining part of the Chatters family at this location.

For three decades, Carol has brought warmth, kindness, and unmatched energy to everyone she meets. She is, without a doubt, one of the most friendly, outgoing, and welcoming people you’ll ever encounter. Her clients adore her, and her ability to make both longtime guests and new team members feel instantly at home is something truly special.

Through the years, Carol’s dedication and pas-

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sion have never wavered. And when she’s not behind the chair, you’ll likely find her enjoying a well-earned massage or pedicure, catching up with friends over lunch, or walking miles around the city. And of course, her annual trips to Mexico are her time to recharge and soak up some sunshine.

Carol, thank you for 30 amazing years of talent, heart, and positivity. You inspire everyone around you, and we are so lucky to have you.”

Chatters Hair Salon is located at the Town ‘N’ Country Mall and can be reached at 306-692-4247.

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Kinsmen Sports Celebrity Dinner tops $110K, delivers above-average return

A packed room and an enthusiastic crowd helped drive one of Moose Jaw’s most anticipated annual fundraisers to an aboveaverage finish, with early estimates showing the 33rd annual Kinsmen Sports Celebrity Dinner has surpassed $100,000.

Held March 28 at the Moose Jaw Exhibition Grounds, the event blended big-name sports stories with local generosity, drawing a strong crowd for an evening of entertainment and giving back.

While final figures are still being tallied, event co-chair Scott Moerike said the early total has already surpassed the dinner’s typical proceeds.

“Yeah, I think the event went really well,” Moerike said. “We had an above-average year for money raised. We don’t have everything finalized yet, but we ended up at around $110,000 … so we’re very happy with that.”

That early estimate places this year’s total well above the usual $80,000 to $90,000 range, strengthening the club’s ability to support local programs and initiatives.

“It allows us to do more for the community as well,” Moerike added.

The final number should be confirmed in the coming weeks once organizers wrap up postevent accounting.

“We haven’t had a meeting since the event, so we don’t have everything finalized yet,”

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time to connect directly with the athletes during the evening, Moerike noted that the response appeared positive.

“I know Trevor Harris really enjoyed his time here, and so did Kevin Pillar,” he said.

“They were all excited to be here, seemed to be having a good time, and were engaging with people.”

As in previous years, the success of the event relied heavily on community participation, including ticket sales, sponsor-

ships, and fundraising activities throughout the night. Moerike closed by acknowledging that support.

“I just want to thank the community at large for helping us raise the funds and for supporting the work we do,” he said. “I’d also like to thank everyone who came to the event and purchased an auction item — every bit helps.”

To learn more about the Moose Jaw Kinsmen Club, visit MooseJawKinsmen.ca.

he said. “There are still bills coming in and being added up, so what we have right now is an estimate following the dinner.”

Proceeds will once again support a range of local initiatives, including Moose Jaw Minor Hockey, the Kinsmen Wrestling Club, the Kinsmen Inclusion Centre, and KidSport, along with other community and youth-focused projects.

“We support a wide range of initiatives, from the Kinsmen Wrestling Club to projects at the art museum and other community outreach (efforts),” Moerike said. “There’s never a shortage of people seeking support, and we’re lucky enough to have the people of Moose Jaw and the local business community step up and help us raise

funds so we can support as many initiatives as possible and get important community stuff done.”

This year’s event featured appearances from former NHL defenceman Chris Chelios, former Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Pillar, and Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Trevor Harris, alongside longtime broadcaster Rod Black as master of ceremonies.

Moerike said the guest lineup contributed to a strong overall experience for attendees.

“All the celebrities were great, did a great job, and told great stories. I think they were very entertaining for everyone,” he said.

Though he had limited

Sunflower fundraiser returns as pre-orders open in support of Moose Jaw Humane Society

A local couple’s annual sunflower fundraiser is once again taking root, with preorders now open in support of the Moose Jaw Humane Society.

Len and Bernie Mintenko have launched their spring campaign, offering a range of sunflower varieties grown at home, with proceeds helping to support animals in the shelter’s care. The presale runs until May 10, giving residents an opportunity to reserve their preferred plants ahead of the growing season.

Each sunflower is priced at $2, with 50 cents from every sale donated directly to the shelter.

Len Mintenko said the couple is expanding its selection this year, with six sunflower varieties available, including several compact options well suited for planters and smaller spaces.

“There are six kinds of flowers (this year),” he said. “And we’ve added a new variety.”

Among the additions are compact varieties such as Bert’s and Sunspot Dwarf, both Helianthus annuus cultivars, with Bert’s growing approximately 14 to 16 inches tall and producing flowers around five to six inches wide, while Sunspot Dwarf reaches roughly 24 inches in height with blooms up to 10 inches across.

The couple also continues to offer taller varieties, including Velvet Queen (Helianthus annuus ‘Velvet Queen’),

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which typically grows five to six feet tall with blooms measuring roughly four to five inches across; Kong (Helianthus annuus ‘Kong’), which can reach about 12 feet with multiple flowers per plant; and Giganteus (Helianthus giganteus), which can grow 10 to 12 feet or more.

Mintenko said the decision to introduce new seed this season was driven by past inconsistencies in plant height.

“We ordered new seed this year so people get what we said we were selling,” he said, noting that some dwarf va-

Hospital book and puzzle sale set for April 13 to 25

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A used book and puzzle sale is set to take place at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital this month, offering a wide selection of reading materials and games while supporting local health care.

Hosted by the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Hospital Auxiliary, the sale will run from April 13 to April 25, daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the hospital lobby at 55 Diefenbaker Drive.

Proceeds from the sale will support the hospital through the Moose Jaw Health Foundation, with funds raised going toward equipment and patient care initiatives.

Organizers note that donations of books and puzzles are also welcome leading up to and during the event. For more information, residents can contact the gift shop at 306-694-0355.

rieties last year had reverted and grown taller than expected, an issue the couple aims to correct with this new crop.

The fundraiser has grown steadily since it began in 2022, with the couple selling close to 1,800 plants last year. This spring, they plan to increase production to roughly 2,000 plants, with early demand already strong.

“We’ve only had the pre-orders open for five days, and we already have 300 orders,” Mintenko said.

Pre-orders play an important role

in helping the couple plan their planting and ensure customers receive their preferred varieties.

“If people want certain varieties, it’s best to pre-order,” he said. “They have a better chance of getting what they want, and they’ll be the first to receive them before they go on sale to the general public.”

Planting is expected to begin in the final week of April, with the process requiring several days of preparation followed by daily care as seedlings develop.

“It takes a couple of days to fill 2,000 cups with soil,” Mintenko said. “Then there’s another full day, at least, to plant the seeds, and watering them each day takes about 30 to 45 minutes.”

The couple has once again chosen to support the Moose Jaw Humane Society. He added that the shelter’s ongoing needs — including its new building campaign — made it a natural choice for this year’s effort.

“They can use the money in so many different ways, so we decided to support them again this year,” he said.

In-person sales are expected to return to the Moose Jaw Co-op later this spring, with “Sunflower Saturdays” planned over several weeks once the plants are ready.

To place a pre-order, email LenMintenko@gmail.com or call 306-693-1728.

SNAPSHOT: A quiet act of kindness

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SNAPSHOT: An anonymous resident stepped forward in a quiet act of kindness with a recent donation to the Moose Jaw & District Food Bank, offering support during a period of rising demand. The individual arrived with supplies in early April as the organization continues to face increased need and tighter resources. Food bank officials say gestures like this, often done quietly, play a vital role in supporting the community. To learn more about how you can help, stop by 270 Fairford Street West, call 306-692-2911, or visit MJFoodBank.org. Photo by: Moose Jaw & District Food Bank

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Significant archaeological discovery in Moose Jaw to be showcased April 17

A significant archaeological discovery in the Moose Jaw River Valley — one that has produced more than 200,000 artifacts — will take centre stage this month as local organizations invite residents to explore a deeper chapter of local history.

Nature Moose Jaw, in partnership with several local groups, is hosting a public presentation titled Archaeology at the Garratt Site: Updates and Insights from a Special Place in Moose Jaw on April 17 at 7 p.m. in the Performing Arts Theatre at the Moose Jaw Public Library. The event is free, with no registration required.

The evening will feature archaeologist Alan Korejbo of Respect Heritage Consulting, who led excavation work

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near Ninth Avenue Southwest from May to August 2024 — a site that has emerged as a significant archaeological location in Saskatchewan.

Rich Pickering, president of Nature Moose Jaw, said the presentation will give residents a closer look at the story quietly unfolding in their own backyard.

“Come and learn about the history and heritage of Moose Jaw, and what this area was like before it was Moose Jaw,” Pickering said.

The Garratt Site sits within a stretch of the river valley long recognized for its historical significance. Archaeological evidence and oral histories indicate the area was used for centuries by First Nations and Métis peoples, particularly as

a wintering location and gathering place.

Excavations carried out in 2024 as part of Ministry of Highways work to stabilize Ninth Avenue Southwest revealed the scale of that history in striking detail.

More than 200,000 items have been recovered from the site, the majority consisting of animal bone fragments — primarily bison — alongside stone tools, pottery fragments, and other materials. Together, the findings point to a major processing and activity site, offering new insight into how people lived, worked, and moved through the valley over thousands of years.

“This may be one of the most im-

Significant

portant archaeological sites in Saskatchewan,” Pickering said. “It’s a major site.”

Researchers have also uncovered evidence that could challenge existing assumptions about early life on the Prairies, including bison bone tools that may have been used for horticultural purposes. If confirmed, the findings could point to plant cultivation in the region earlier than previously understood, though further analysis is ongoing.

The presentation will offer a chance to hear directly from the archaeologist leading the work.

While Korejbo has delivered earlier presentations on the site, Pickering said this session will bring new information forward, along with a chance for the public to engage more directly. That addition comes in response to strong public interest in previous discussions, where opportunities for audience questions were limited or unavailable.

Nature Moose Jaw is co-hosting the presentation alongside the Moose Jaw Public Library, Wakamow Valley Authority, Moose Jaw Museum and Art Gallery, and the Regina Archaeological Society.

aged to attend.

The Performing Arts Theatre is located adjacent to the Moose Jaw Public Library at 461 Langdon Crescent.

For Pickering, the event is about more than archaeology, inviting residents to connect with the land and its history.

“It’s a cool and important piece of Moose Jaw’s history, and an opportunity for people to better understand what’s been here for thousands of years,” Pickering said.

Residents interested in local history, archaeology, and the evolving story of Moose Jaw’s river valley are encour-

‘Notoriously Moose Jaw’ returns to the Mae Wilson Theatre April 23 to 25

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Residents are encouraged to secure tickets now for Notoriously Moose Jaw, set to take the stage at the Mae Wilson Theatre from April 23 to 25.

Presented by the Moose Jaw Community Players, the locally written production by writers Joan Stumborg and Debbie Burgher brings the city’s history to life through a series of short, fastpaced scenes highlighting defining moments and colourful stories from Moose Jaw’s past.

Originally staged to sold-out audiences in 2023, the updated production features new material alongside returning favourites, blending humour with more serious historical events.

The show was performed April 18 to 20 at TheatreFest Saskatchewan in Regina, where the cast and crew represented Moose Jaw on the provincial stage ahead of their hometown run.

“We’re really, really excited to be bringing it back,” said Ivy Sheward, communications representative for the Moose Jaw Community Players board. “How fun (is it) to be telling the story of the place where we live?”

For more information, visit “Moose Jaw Community Players” on Facebook or email MooseJawCommunityPlayers@gmail.com.

The Mae Wilson Theatre is located at 217 Main Street North.

ASSESSMENT NOTICE VILLAGE OF MARQUIS

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Village of Marquis for the year 2026 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the o ce of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Friday inclusive, April 8, 2026 – May 11, 2026.

A Bylaw pursuant to Section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person wishing to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the assessor at the Village of Marquis, Box 40 Marquis SK S0H 2X0. A notice of appeal, accompanied by a $50.00 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be led with the Secretary of the Board of Revision, Nicolle Hoskins, Western Municipal Consulting Ltd., Box 149, Meota SK, S0M 1X0, by the 11th day of May, 2026.

Dated at Marquis, Saskatchewan this 8th day of April, 2026.

Madison Gardner Assessor

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS REPORT

Police Welcome Citizen’s Help In Battling Petty Crimes

We ask the MJPS and Board of Police Commissioners About Petty Crimes After A Recent FOI

By Robert Thomas

It takes a community to help fight against crime. And that also includes petty crimes as well, says Moose Jaw’s Chief of Police.

During a scrum following the public portion of Wednesday afternoon’s Moose Jaw Board of Police Commissioners the city’s Chief of Police Robert Davis was asked about the petty crime problem. Chief Davis said the public is helping to identify parking meter thieves and vandals.

The questions were asked in relation to a Freedom of Information request that found in the last five years the City has been targeted hundreds of times by criminals.

“It’s very important; it helps us get a better picture, through analysis of the data, what we’re dealing with in the city,” Chief Davis said.

Smaller crimes may seem petty to some people but to other people it is a big thing he said.

Additionally, there may be ties to other criminal activities from a petty

crime.

“You never know what may seem to be a smaller crime is tied to a bigger crime,” Chief Davis said.

In a Freedom Of Information Asked about the effect of hundreds of petty crimes committed against the City and the lack of evidence they were ever reported, Deputy Chief Rick Johns said it affects investigations.

“By them not reporting it; it doesn’t allow us a timely response when it’s happening or shortly after. It doesn’t allow our officers to get there in a timely manner…secondly if they go unreported if we do get a suspect in one matter and it hasn’t been reported to us in other situations, we might not be able to make linkages (between crimes),” the Deputy Chief said.

He gave the example of catching someone being caught for damaging a parking meter on Athabasca Street West and then having an additional meter damaged the same night on Fairford Street the police were not aware of then

the police would not have the linkage to deal with both crimes.

The FOI found there were 479 parking meters, 334 incidents of graffiti on City owned property, 149 crimes in green spaces and 21 stolen traffic signs over a five-year period.

The damages and lost revenues total into the hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Chair of the Moose Jaw Board of Police Commissioners and Mayor James Murdock asked the public to be proactive to fight crime.

“If you see a crime, call it in. That just makes common sense,”

Commissioner Murdock said, adding “Just for an example if there was a parking meter being vandalized on the 0 block of Stadacona just a couple of weeks ago, a witness, a citizen saw it happen took a video and sent it to the police service and that individual was arrested the next day.”

The individual arrested had already previously been charged in vandalizing

parking meters.

“It’s just being aware of our surroundings and what’s going on,” he said. “If people do that that’s how you achieve a safer community.”

The Mayor said, “Everybody has to be on the same page. With everyone working together we’ll get there.”

Chief Davis said the photo quality people were getting on their phones was unbelievable but the police needed photos or videos of the perpetrator(s)their face if possible and what they are wearing - and not just the vandalized parking meter alone.

“You don’t need to put yourself in harm’s way. You can be 100 meters away and get a really clear vivid picture…if the public wants to help us great; pictures can be taken from a very safe distance.”

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Mayor Says City Hall Reporting Petty Crimes As Per Policy

By Robert Thomas

City Hall is reporting crimes to the Moose Jaw Police Service (MJPS) as policy dictates says the Mayor.

The statement came after asking Mayor James Murdock about the police requesting citizens to report petty crimes.

“City Hall has not received any reports of unreported criminal activity to date. Employees are required to report any suspected incidents in accordance with City policy,” Mayor Murdock said in an emailed statement.

In a Freedom of Information (FOI) request MJ Independent found the City had been victimized by hundreds of incidents of petty crimes over a five-year period.

Vandalism to parking meters was the most reported petty crime commit-

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ted against the city with 479 incidents regarding parking meters in the five-year period.

Graffiti was the second most preva-

lent problem with 334 incidents against city property in the five-year property.

Crimes committed against city green spaces totalled 149 incidents.

City owned signage was targeted 21 times in a five-year period.

During the media scrum at the most recent Board of Moose Jaw police Commissioners meeting MJPS Chief of Police Robert Davis requested citizens to help report petty crimes if they could do so safely.

The MJPS has taken to social media recently to catch people vandalizing parking meters and for graffiti offences.

Two of the social media focused vandalism incidents to parking meters took place in broad daylight.

One of the alleged meter beaters was already charged in an initial meter

vandalism incident when charged for the second incident featured on social media.

Community advocates have said Chief Robert Davis is committed to enforcing the laws when it comes to all crimes - including petty.

Crimes, especially petty crimes, in the downtown core has been a concern raised by citizen groups like the Good Neighbours Group in the past.

MJ Independent made the initial FOI request after a confidential source within the City asked us to take a careful look at it.

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Afro-Caribbean Family Fun Festival to bring culture, food, community to Crescent Park

A new Afro-Caribbean celebration is set to bring the community together in Crescent Park this summer, as DeeBesties Inc. prepares to host its first Moose Jaw Family Fun Festival on July 18.

The free outdoor event, running from 12 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., will showcase a range of Afro-Caribbean cultures through food, art, music, and interactive activities, with business owner and organizer Adeola (Dee) Afolayan set to create an inclusive space to explore traditions from across the region.

Afolayan, who has become known locally for both her food business and community-driven initiatives, said the idea for the event grew out of conversations with customers curious about African and Caribbean culture.

“So we decided to start an Afro-Caribbean festival because a lot of people come to the restaurant and are really intrigued by Nigerian food, and they want to learn more about African and Caribbean culture,” she said. “I feel Moose Jaw is becoming really diverse … and I think the community should be able to experience all of that in one place.”

The festival will feature more than just food, with vendors invited to showcase traditional clothing, artwork, and cultural displays representing different backgrounds.

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“It’s not just about food … it’s about experiencing the culture — the clothing, the food, the arts and crafts, and everything that comes with it,” Afolayan said. “We want people who haven’t visited these countries to come and experience that for themselves.”

Afolayan said the event will offer a full afternoon of programming, with a mix of performances, activities, and interactive experiences planned for all ages.

“We’re going to have a live DJ … plenty of food,

and lots of fun activities for people to enjoy. There will be an MC and a lot of dancing,” she said.

The event is designed as a family-friendly outing, with three bouncy castles provided by Royal Kiddies Rental Ltd. and a free water station available to attendees throughout the day.

Organizers are currently seeking up to 30 vendors, with registration open through the company’s website. Early bird registration is $100, with full registration set at $120, and students from Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina are eligible for discounted rates.

“You don’t need to be African to register … we just want people to come out, meet others, sell their products, connect with customers, and interact with other vendors,” Afolayan said.

She added that the festival reflects both her personal journey and Moose Jaw’s growing diversity.

“Moose Jaw is home for me now … and I want the community to experience that through this AfroCaribbean celebration,” she said. “Come with your kids, ask questions … I’m sure there will be plenty of people there to answer them.”

Afolayan said her goal is to create a welcoming environment that brings the community together.

“We just want people to show up with an open mind and have fun,” she said.

For more information or to register, visit DeeBestiesFoodRange.ca/upcoming-events.

From The Kitchen

By Joyce Walter - For Moose Jaw Express

“When in doubt, throw it out,” is the cautionary advice related to left-overs that are lurking in far corners of the refrigerator.

If green and fuzzy growth is present, experts are adamant that whatever is the host should be disposed of without a second glance. Do not cut off the green growth and eat what remains.

Left-overs do have a short shelf life but may be used in second edition meals.

This week’s recipes offer ways to use extra roast beef.

BEEF POTATO SALAD

2 cups cooked beef, sliced

2 cups cooked potatoes, sliced

1/2 green pepper, minced

1/4 cup celery, diced

1/2 cup dill pickles, thinly sliced

1 small onion, cut in rings

Dressing:

2/3 cup vegetable oil

1/3 cup white wine vinegar

1/2 tsp. salt

1 clove garlic, crushed

pepper to taste

Use left-over food long before it grows green fuzz

Combine dressing ingredients in a jar, Cover and shake.

In a large bowl with a cover, combine beef, potatoes, green pepper, celery, pickles and onions. Pour chilled dressing over salad ingredients and toss. Cover and chill for several hours. Serves 4-5.

BARBECUE BEEF SANDWICHES

1 medium onion, sliced

2 tbsps. vegetable oil

2-3 cups cooked beef, thinly sliced

1 cup ketchup

2 tbsps. prepared mustard

2 tbsps. brown sugar

1 tsp. vinegar

1/2 tsp. ground cloves

8 hamburger buns, sliced

In a medium saucepan, sauté onion in oil until soft. Add beef, ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, vinegar and cloves. Add a small amount of water, if desired.

Simmer, uncovered, on very low heat until mixture is thick. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the VILLAGE OF BROWNLEE for the year 2026 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the o ce of the assessor from 3:30pm-5:00pm on the following days: Tuesday & Wednesday, and 8:30am-2:00pm on Friday.

A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. All fees must be submitted to the local assessor at the VILLAGE OF BROWNLEE. All appeals must be led with the Secretary of the Board of Revision, Nicolle Hoskins, which can be sent electronically to: secretary@westernmunicipal.ca, or via post/mail to VILLAGE OF BROWNLEE, Box 89, Brownlee, SK S0H0M0, and forwarded to the Secretary of the Board of Revision.

Any person wishing to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the assessor at the VILLAGE OF BROWNLEE, Box 89, Brownlee, SK S0H0M0. A notice of appeal, accompanied by a $200.00 appeal fee, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be submitted by the May 8th, 2026.

Dated this 8th day of April 2026.

Deanne Hartell Assessor.

Distribute evenly on the sliced buns. Makes 8 sandwiches. Regular bread slices may be substituted for buns.

HEARTY BEEF SALAD

2 cups cooked beef, cubed

1 cup kidney beans, drained

3/4 cup celery, diced

1/4 cup onion, minced

2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped

Dressing:

1/2 cup salad dressing or mayonnaise

1 tbsp. pickle relish

1 tbsp. chili sauce

1/4 tsp. salt lettuce leaves

Combine salad ingredients in medium bowl. Combine dressing ingredients and pour over salad mixture. Toss lightly, Cover and chill for several hours. Serve in lettuce cups. Makes 4 servings.

Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net

Why

people talk about politics?

By Richard Dowson, Moose Jaw

I’ve been having Saturday breakfast with a small group of old farts up at Carol’s on the North Service Road for many years.

We talk politics. Not municipal or provincial – but the real important stuff. National and world politics. Sports and weather are occasionally part of the conversation, but briefly.

Our Objective is to re-shape the World! We are almost there. A few more Saturday breakfasts and we will have world problems solved – I think.

As of yet we have not received any calls from world figures wanting out advice. Don’t laugh. That could happen.

Criticism of our Saturday morning endeavor is always the same rant. “You can’t do

anything about Trump or world politics so why bother?”

Because someone has to try!

The challenges are great. We haven’t been able to change the weather or the success of the Moose Jaw Warriors hockey team, but we can talk about it and sort through suggestions. Underneath all the chatter is the real reason. World politics gets old people talking. Gets them using their minds. Gets them thinking. Gets them making decisions. Gets them reflecting on at least two generations of knowledge.

The mind is an important part of the body. I’ve heard people refer to the human brain as a muscle. (Some guys have very thick brain muscles.) The

brain has to be exercised. Not using your brain for even stupid stuff like complaining about the weather, means it will atrophy and dry up.

We can’t have that. Imagine a society full of old farts, sitting around with vacant looks on their face because their brain has dried up. Better to have them complaining about world affairs.

So, when you hear old people complaining about the government or the latest pronouncement of Donald Trump, or how the Moose Jaw Warriors blew it; think of it as the old people using their brains for the equivalent of ‘walking laps’ at YARA. They are just doing mental exercises.

PROVINCIAL COURT REPORT

Provincial arbitrator imposes new contract on city and firefighters’ union

A provincial arbitration board has ruled on a collective bargaining dispute between city hall and its firefighters’ union, with the board imposing a new contract term length and salary increases.

The latest collective agreement between the City of Moose Jaw and the Moose Jaw Fire Fighters Association expired on Dec. 31, 2021, which led to bargaining throughout 2023 and the need for a mediator later that year, the board’s report said.

Mediation failed, so, in January 2025, the two groups hired an interest arbitration board comprised of professional arbitrator James T. Casey and a representative from each group, the report continued. Hearings were held in late 2025, while the board issued its final ruling in midMarch.

Writing for the board, Casey ruled that the term of the new collective agreement would be from Jan. 1, 2022, to Dec. 31, 2023; that the salaries would increase by three per cent each year; the payments would be retroactive; and a new clause would permit either party to serve notice to commence bargaining within 30 days of the board’s decision — so roughly mid-April.

However, Casey declined to adopt the association’s proposals about banning contracted-out firefighting work and adding health, dental and parental leave benefits.

In response to Casey’s overall decision, the city’s and association’s board representatives issued dissenting opin-

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ions, with both opposed to the proposed wage increases.

Observation

“While interest arbitration has many advantages, it is well-recognized in labour relations that one of the disadvantages of the … process is that it may cause the parties’ collective bargaining ‘muscles’ to become atrophied,” Casey wrote.

Continuing, the arbitrator said that instead of compromising during difficult bargaining sessions and arriving at agreeable resolutions, parties can become reliant on interest arbitration to avoid strikes or lockouts. So, he encouraged both parties to discuss how to “mutually reinvigorate” their collective bargaining processes since an agreed-upon contract is “a superior outcome” than what a third party imposes.

According to the report, from 2002 to 2026, both parties resorted to interest arbitration six times and arrived at agreements through bargaining twice.

Issues and positions

The report compared the positions the firefighting association and the city took on various issues:

• Term length: The association was OK with two years, but based on the new Moose Jaw Police Service agreement, thought three years could work; the city wanted three years but could live with two

• Wages: The association wanted 2.95 per cent in 2022 and 5.4 per cent in 2023, while it wanted 4.5

per cent in 2024 if the board imposed a threeyear agreement; the city suggested, respectively, 1.95 per cent, 2.9 per cent and 1.75 per cent

• Retroactivity: The association wanted the city to make retroactive payments within 45 days; the city suggested 60 days, which the association supported

• Contracting out: The association wanted to add a clause that prohibited contracting out firefighting work; the city opposed the proposal

• Health and dental benefits: The association wanted an increase in city payments to 2.5 per cent from two per cent; the city disagreed

• Parental leave benefits: The association wanted this added, similar to the police collective agreement; the city was opposed

• Notice to commence bargaining: The association wanted a clause allowing either party to give notice about starting bargaining 30 days after the board’s decision; the city concurred

One reason the city requested a three-year contract is that it wanted “a period of labour stability” after years of arbitrations and negotiations with the association, Casey wrote. However, whatever length the board imposed, the fact was that within 30 days of the decision, either party could give notice to commence bargaining, returning both groups to the negotiation process. Arguments for salary in-

creases

The association argued that wages should increase to achieve fairness, parity with comparable cities and recognition of increased job risks, while it believed there was no valid financial reason to limit increases, the board report said. In particular, the union wanted to close the wage gap with Prince Albert Fire and

Moose Jaw police. Meanwhile, the city argued for modest, consistent increases that preserved the historical pay-gap relationship with the police, while it rejected the association’s push for pay parity as unjustified, excessive and inconsistent with past practices, the board report added.

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO AMEND ZONING BYLAW NO. 5346

The Moose Jaw City Council intends to consider a bylaw pursuant to The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend the City of Moose Jaw’s Zoning Bylaw No. 5346. The proposed amendment would rezone a portion of the municipal bu er parcel Blk/Par B1, Plan 76MJ01165, Ext 0 immediately north of 1788 Main Street North from P –Parks District to C3 – Vehicle-Oriented Commercial District in anticipation of potential consolidation with Lot 14, Blk/Par 1, Plan 80MJ05002, Ext 0, civically known as 1788 Main Street North.

Additional information may be found at www.moosejaw.ca under “City News.”

Public feedback and questions on the proposed Bylaw may be directed to Planning and Development, 228 Main Street North, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 3J8, by phone at 306-694-4443, or by email at planning@moosejaw.ca. All written submissions must be received by 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2025.

The proposed Bylaw and any related submissions will be considered at the regular meeting of City Council in Council Chambers, City Hall, at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2025.

DATED at the City of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan this 8th day of April, 2026.

Tracy Wittke City Clerk

‘Little Explorers’ program turns Moose Jaw Co-op grocery trips into learning moments

A routine grocery run at the Moose Jaw Co-op Food Store is being reimagined through a new program designed to turn everyday shopping into a hands-on learning experience for families.

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The newly launched “Little Explorers” initiative places playful signs and magnifyingglass prompts throughout several departments in the store, inviting children — and adults — to stop, ask questions, and talk together as they move through the aisles.

NOTICE - VILLAGE OF BRIERCREST

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the VILLAGE OF BRIERCREST for the year 2026 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the o ce of the assessor on Tuesdays from 9:30am – 2:30pm and 6:00pm – 8:00pm and Thursdays from 9:30am – 2:30pm. Beginning April 16 - May 19, 2026.

A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of the Municipalities Act, has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. All fees must be submitted to the local assessor at the VILLAGE OF BRIERCREST. All appeals must be led with the Secretary of the Board of Revision, Nicole Hoskins, Western Municipal Consulting Ltd., Box 149, Meota, SK S0M 1X0 or sent electronically to: secretary@westernmunicipal.ca, Any person who wishes to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the assessor at the VILLAGE OF BRIERCREST, Box 25, Briercrest, SK S0H 0K0. A notice of appeal accompanied by a $30.00 appeal fee, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be submitted by the 19th of May 2026.

Dated this 16th day of April 2026.

Linda Senchuk Administrator, Village of Briercrest

“Little Explorers Adventure Food Store highlights how much learning can happen in every aisle, with the goal of sparking conversations between adults and children during everyday activities like shopping,” said Wanda Peakman, co-ordinator with the Moose Jaw Early Years Family Resource Centre, which is behind the program, and co-chair of the Moose Jaw Early Childhood Coalition. “We know that these back-and-forth conversations are one of the most important ways children build language, learn about the world around them, and support overall family well-being.”

The program was formally launched at the food store on the morning of April 10, although organizers said it had already been soft-launched before Christmas.

Michaela Turner, director of community relations with Moose Jaw Co-op, said the partnership grew out of a shared interest in making the shopping experience more meaningful for young families.

“We were very excited to launch this. This has been a long time coming,” Turner said. “We are really proud of this program and our partnership with the Family Resource Centre. They’re an amazing group that does so much for our community, so partnering with them has been really exceptional.”

Turner said the goal is to make the store feel less like a chore and more like an opportunity for interaction, especially for parents shopping with

younger children.

The signs are currently placed in five departments, including produce, deli, and in the bakery, with questions designed to prompt children to observe, think, and respond. The program is permanent, with questions scheduled to rotate monthly to keep the experience fresh for returning families.

Peakman said the concept works especially well in a grocery store because it reaches families where they already are.

“Building literacy starts right from birth, and this offers many opportunities to build attachment and connection, support literacy, and help children learn about the world around them,” she said.

She added that while Moose Jaw Co-op is the first location to adopt the idea, the concept could eventually expand to other community spaces, such as the library or even a laundromat.

For one young participant, the program was already hitting its mark.

“It was really fun. I liked being here with all the people and going around and answering the questions,” said Christian, one of the children who took part in the launch activities.

Beyond the in-store learning adventure, Turner said the initiative ties into Moose Jaw Co-op’s broader Kids Club program, which offers monthly newsletters and family activities. This includes an ongoing partnership with the Family Resource Centre, including support for the Baby Love program, which provides free care packages and resources to new parents.

Families can participate in the Little Explorers program by visiting the booth at the main entrance during their next shopping excursion. Registration for the Co-op Kids Club — available to children with a parent or grandparent holding an active Co-op membership — can be completed in-store or through a QR code at the tills.

CITY HALL COUNCIL NOTES

Homeowners are set to bear a larger share of the City’s 2026 property tax increase than businesses, as council works to narrow the tax gap while deciding whether to keep or return reserve funds meant to protect against potential losses from assessment appeals.

A report presented to the executive committee on April 7 outlined a proposed 6.95 per cent municipal tax increase for 2026. Under the City’s taxsharing model, the increase is distributed based on each class’s share of total assessment, meaning residential properties — which make up a larger portion of the tax base — would see an estimated 8.08 per cent increase, while commercial properties would see about 4.53 per cent before appeal-related adjustments.

The approach is part of an ongoing effort to reduce the gap between residential and commercial taxation — or how much more businesses pay compared to homeowners on the same property value. In 2026, commercial properties are expected to pay about 1.71 times more than residential properties (roughly 71 per cent more), down from 2.43 times

Residential taxes to rise more than commercial as city narrows tax gap

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more (about 143 per cent more) prior to policy changes introduced in 2018.

The policy also maintains the City’s approach to agricultural properties, which are taxed at rates comparable to the RM of Moose Jaw through adjusted mill rate factors, and a long-standing practice tied to annexation agreements and past council direction.

The City manages financial risk from property assessment appeals, which can reduce expected tax revenue. To offset that risk, Moose Jaw maintains a commercial appeals reserve fund.

While 2025 saw unusually low appeal-related losses — $12,911 in municipal tax revenue — administration cautioned that the result may not reflect future trends. There are currently 94 outstanding commercial appeals before the Saskatchewan Municipal Board.

For 2026, administration recommends using the existing reserve to cover appeal-related losses, with no increase needed as commercial growth is expected to offset them.

However, how that reserve should be used became a point of debate.

Coun. Chris Warren introduced a motion that aligned with administration on core tax policy measures — including maintaining RM-equivalent taxation for agricultural land, applying the tax increase based on assessment share, and funding 2025 appeal losses through commercial assessment growth — but diverged on how to handle the appeals reserve.

Warren proposed returning a portion of the remaining reserve — $435,850 — to commercial property owners by reducing the commercial mill rate factor for 2026, while retaining enough funds to cover estimated appeal risks.

Warren argued that the City collected more than necessary in 2025 based on projected appeal losses that did not materialize.

“My preference is that we treat these property tax revenues the same way we treat city operating revenues and expenditures when we set out our budget,” he said.

He said future adjustments could be made once appeal outcomes are confirmed, rather than collecting additional

funds in advance.

Other councillors raised concerns about the financial risk of reducing the reserve, noting that appeal decisions can take years and may result in significant losses recoverable through future tax increases.

“If we don’t budget for those potential losses in future years, we’re going to have to collect that money somewhere,” Coun. Dawn Luhning said.

Administration recommended maintaining the current reserve structure as the lowest-risk option, citing uncertainty around outstanding appeals and the need for stable municipal revenue.

Council ultimately supported the core elements of Warren’s motion that aligned with administration’s tax policy approach, but a clear majority rejected his proposal to return funds from the reserve, opting instead to keep the buffer in place.

The executive committee’s recommendation now heads to city council, where a decision is tentatively expected at the April 28 regular council meeting alongside the 2026 mill rate bylaw.

CITY HALL

COUNCIL NOTES

THE NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING IS TUES. APR 14, 2026

City council has approved a discretionary use application allowing a vehicle rental business to operate from 113 High Street West, formalizing a relocation underway since 2025.

The decision came during the April 7 regular council meeting, sitting as Committee of the Whole, following a recommendation from the city’s Planning and Development division.

The application permits a “Vehicle Rentals, Sales and Service Centres” use within the C2 — High Density Commercial District, where such businesses are classified as discretionary rather than permitted uses.

Administration told council the application relates to Hertz Car Ltd., which applied for a business licence on April 4, 2025, proposing to relocate from 30 McKenzie Lane to Unit 102 at 113 High Street West. While the company sought early guidance from City Hall, a formal application was not submitted until Oct. 10, 2025, with complete documentation received Jan. 12.

In the interim, administration indicated the business appeared to be operating at the High Street location without a valid licence. Officials noted enforce-

Vehicle rental operation approved at 113 High Street West

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ment action is not typically pursued once an application has been submitted and resolved in a timely manner.

The property at 113 High Street West shares a building and legal lot with 111 High Street West, which is occupied by AM Massage. The building includes

separate entrances and rear vehicle access through an easement agreement with the city.

Administration said the site meets minimum parking requirements under the Zoning Bylaw, although the number of available spaces — combined with

shared use among tenants — may limit the scale of operations at the location.

Administration noted vehicle rental businesses are already established in Moose Jaw, with another operator, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, located approximately one block west. While the use is discretionary in the C2 District, it is permitted in several nearby commercial and industrial zones.

From a planning perspective, administration indicated the proposal is not expected to create significant impacts on traffic, municipal infrastructure, or surrounding land uses, which are predominantly commercial. No on-site vehicle maintenance, washing, or cleaning facilities are proposed.

The location’s proximity to the Temple Gardens Centre and a recently approved hotel development was also noted, with potential for complementary business activity in the area.

Public notice requirements were met, including mailed notifications to 10 nearby property owners and an advertisement published March 25. No responses were received.

Council voted to approve the discretionary use application.

Board of Revision closes 2025 appeal cycle following revaluation year

Moose Jaw’s 2025 property assessment appeal cycle has formally concluded, with city council receiving a summary report outlining appeal activity during a province-wide revaluation year.

The report, presented during the April 7 regular city council meeting and considered in committee of the whole, confirmed that all Board of Revision duties for the 2025 assessment year have been completed and the file is now closed.

The Board of Revision process allows property owners to challenge their property assessments after the annual assessment roll is released, as required under provincial legislation.

In 2025, which marked Saskatch-

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ewan’s four-year revaluation cycle, the City received a total of 177 assessment appeals — a level of activity administration noted is typical of reassessment years when property values are updated to reflect market conditions.

Of those appeals, 45 were withdrawn before reaching a hearing. These withdrawals were primarily due to agreements between property owners and the assessor, insufficient grounds for appeal, or other administrative factors. The remaining 132 appeals proceeded through the formal process, resulting in Notices of Decision issued by the Board of Revision. Of those, 122 upheld the original assessed values, while 10 resulted in property assessment adjustments.

In addition to the regular appeal cycle, the City also opened a supplemental assessment roll later in the year, covering changes such as new construction or property updates. That process, which ran from late November to the end of December 2025, did not generate any additional appeals.

The City contracts Board of Revision services to Western Municipal Consulting Ltd., which is responsible for managing the appeals process, including intake, scheduling hearings, issuing decisions, and maintaining official records. In 2025, the City paid $85,036.60 for those services, covering statutory requirements such as notifications, hearings, recordings, and reporting.

Western Municipal Consulting confirmed that all legislative obligations have been met and that official records have been retained and remain available if any matters proceed to the Saskatchewan Municipal Board’s Assessment Appeal Committee.

Council voted to receive and file the report without discussion, formally closing the 2025 assessment appeal process.

Revaluation years typically generate more appeals due to shifts in assessed property values, but the completion of the cycle provides the City with a finalized assessment base moving forward into future tax years.

CITY HALL

COUNCIL NOTES

THE NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING IS TUES. APR 14, 2026

Moose Jaw is moving ahead with a lower provincial flood regulation standard that will help determine how future development is managed in parts of the city prone to flooding.

During the April 7 executive committee meeting, city council approved using the 1:200-year flood standard for the city’s updated mapping study. Administration will now request the Water Security Agency complete the work using that standard instead of the more restrictive 1:500-year model previously used by the city.

For residents, the decision matters less as a prediction of when flooding might occur and more as a planning tool that affects what can be built, where it can be built, and what floodproofing may be required in hazard areas.

A 1:500-year flood map covers a larger area than a 1:200-year map, meaning more properties are identified as at risk and subject to development restrictions.

Administration said those flood maps are used to identify hazard lands, regulate development, guide mitigation infrastructure, and support emergency response.

Under Saskatchewan’s updated Statements of Provincial Interest, municipalities must now regulate flood hazard lands to at least the 1:200-year standard. That includes limiting development on hazard lands, prohibiting new buildings in the floodway, requiring floodproofing for new buildings in the flood fringe, and incorporating flood mapping into planning

Moose Jaw selects new benchmark for updated flood hazard maps

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This map compares floodway areas in Moose Jaw under 1:200-year (yellow) and 1:500-year (blue) flood scenarios. The floodway represents the highest-risk areas, where new development is generally prohibited, and variations between the two models reflect differences in depth and flow patterns. Photo by: City of Moose Jaw/Water Security Agency

A comparison of flood fringe areas in Moose Jaw shows the 1:200year flood extent in yellow and the 1:500-year extent in blue. While the 1:500-year flood represents a larger overall event, differences in how flood risk is categorized can make some 1:200 fringe areas appear more extensive in certain locations. Photo by: City of Moose Jaw/ Water Security Agency

documents and decisions.

Moose Jaw’s current flood mapping is based on a 1:500year hydraulic study completed in 1980, while the updated hydrological and hydraulic study has been underway since 2021.

Administration said the city’s Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw No. 5346, which

still reference the older 1:500year standard, remain in force and enforceable despite the province’s regulatory change. That means further bylaw or planning changes will likely follow once final mapping is received and the city determines how those updated flood lines will be applied to local develop-

ment rules.

The shift also ties Moose Jaw more closely to broader national practice. Administration told council that no other Canadian province uses a 1:500 flood level as its regulatory baseline, with most using the 1:200 standard and some using 1:100 standard. The city report also noted that the provincial move aligns Saskatchewan more closely with federal disaster-assistance standards.

During discussion, administration said one reason cited by the province relates to the federal Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements program, which uses the 1:200 standard

in flood-related eligibility considerations, meaning a broader 1:500 map could place more land in a high-risk category.

Administration also emphasized that flood return periods describe probability, not a set schedule. The 1974 flood is the only documented historic event in Moose Jaw that approached the severity of a 1:200-year flood, while no recorded flood event has approached a 1:500-year event.

The updated study carries no new direct cost to the city, as it is funded through a costsharing agreement involving the province and Natural Resources Canada.

CITY OF MOOSE JAW PUBLIC NOTICE

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

City Council will consider a report and Bylaw No. 5753, Crescent View Headworks Facility Borrowing Bylaw at its meeting to be held at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The bylaw authorizes the Department of Financial Services to borrow $30 million for the purpose of funding the Crescent View Headworks Facility.

Interested parties may obtain a copy of the proposed report from the Department of Financial Services at 228 Main Street North or obtain information by contacting the Department of Financial Services at 694-4474.

Citizens wishing to address City Council respecting this matter must notify the City Clerk by email at cclerk@moosejaw.ca no later than 10:00 a.m. on April 28, 2026.

Dated at Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan this 15th day of April 2026.

Tracy Wittke

City Clerk

CITY HALL

COUNCIL NOTES

THE NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING IS TUES. APR 14, 2026

Moose Jaw is taking an early step toward participating in the emerging hydrogen energy sector, as city council considers a proposed memorandum of understanding with MAX Power Mining Corp.

The item was discussed during the April 7 executive committee meeting, where representatives from the Saskatchewan-based company were invited to present their proposal and outline opportunities tied to natural hydrogen development.

Administration recommended that council authorize the mayor and city clerk to execute the agreement, which would establish a non-binding framework for collaboration between the city and MAX Power.

According to a report from the department of strategic growth, the proposed memorandum is intended to support economic development discussions, research collaboration, and potential investment attraction, while carrying no financial or regulatory commitments for the municipality.

The agreement would allow the city to remain engaged in an emerging sector that is gaining attention at both provincial and federal levels, as governments and industry explore loweremission energy sources.

MAX Power, headquartered in

Moose Jaw explores hydrogen sector with proposed MAX Power agreement

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A map from MAX Power Mining Corp. highlights Moose Jaw’s location within a proposed hydrogen development corridor in southern Saskatchewan. Photo by: MAX Power Mining Corp. presentation, City of Moose Jaw council agenda documents

Saskatoon, has been advancing natural hydrogen exploration in southern Saskatchewan. In January 2026, the company announced results from a test well near Central Butte that confirmed what it described as Canada’s first subsurface natural hydrogen system.

Administration noted that hydrogen is increasingly being examined as part of long-term energy transition strategies, particularly for industries

that are difficult to decarbonize, including heavy transportation and industry.

A 2024 feasibility study examining the Regina–Moose Jaw industrial corridor identified growing demand for hydrogen across sectors such as freight transportation, power generation and industrial use, with regional demand projected to approach 900 tonnes per day by 2035.

The report also highlighted Moose Jaw’s geographic and industrial advantages, including transportation connections, available land, and proximity to existing energy infrastructure, positioning the city as a potential hub for future hydrogen-related activity.

Potential long-term opportunities outlined in the report include supply chain growth, workforce development partnerships, and the attraction of complementary industries, though administration emphasized that these outcomes are not guaranteed and would depend on future market conditions and approvals.

The proposed memorandum does not commit the city to funding, land use, or regulatory approvals, and can be terminated by either party with notice.

Administration described the agreement as a low-risk approach that allows Moose Jaw to remain competitive and informed as the sector develops, while ensuring that any future commitments would require separate council approval.

If approved, the agreement would be followed by a formal signing and public communication outlining its exploratory nature and alignment with the city’s economic development priorities.

Lacrosse games at Kinsmen Sportsplex cleared for licensed alcohol service

City council has approved a request from the Moose Jaw Lacrosse Association to operate licensed alcohol service during home games at the Kinsmen Sportsplex Arena for the 2026 season.

The decision came during the April 7 regular council meeting, sitting as Committee of the Whole, where council authorized the events from April 20 to July 25, subject to the City’s Alcohol Use Events Policy.

The approval allows for a con-

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trolled, enclosed alcohol-serving area in the southwest corner of the arena during junior (ages 19 to 22) and senior men’s lacrosse games, including playoffs. The return of senior men’s lacrosse is new for 2026.

Recreation Services Manager Scott Osmachenko said the association has operated similar licensed events in previous years without issue.

“The Lacrosse Association is requesting annual authorization to operate

a licensed serving area in the southwest corner of the Kinsmen Arena during their junior lacrosse and senior men’s teams for regular season and playoffs,” he said.

Because the Kinsmen Sportsplex is designated as a discretionary-use site for alcohol events, council approval was required before the association can obtain a Special Occasion Permit through the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA).

Administration noted the licensed

area will be restricted and monitored to limit exposure to alcohol for families and minors using other parts of the facility, including the pool and nearby amenities.

All costs related to the events, including insurance, security and setup, will be covered by the Moose Jaw Lacrosse Association. Final approval remains subject to the SLGA.

Council approved the request unanimously without discussion.

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THE NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING IS TUES. APR 14, 2026

A proposal to install a memorial sculpture in Crescent Park has been temporarily tabled by city council as members seek further clarification on funding details.

The project, brought forward by the Christine BoyczukRensby Memorial Committee, was discussed during the April 7 regular council meeting following a recommendation from the Community Services Advisory Committee.

The proposal calls for the installation of a fiberglass sculpture depicting a child reading a book, to be created by local artist Grant McLaughlin. The sculpture would be placed on an existing bench located southwest of the Moose Jaw Public Library, accompanied by two bronze plaques recognizing Boyczuk-Rensby’s contributions to education and the community.

According to the report, the memorial committee has already raised sufficient funds to cover all costs related to the sculpture, plaque installation, and bench repairs. The only request made to the city was for funding through the Bench in Memory program, valued at $2,084.25, related to the existing bench.

However, confusion arose during council discussion regarding why funds would be allocated for a bench that is already in place.

“My understanding is that the bench has already been purchased by the city and accounted for in the city’s inventory,” administration explained during the meeting, noting the funding could be used to offset prior costs or contribute toward future bench purchases.

Council members said the

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A concept rendering by Moose Jaw artist Grant McLaughlin shows a proposed memorial sculpture of a child reading, to be installed on a bench in Crescent Park in honour of Christine Boyczuk-Rensby.

explanation did not fully clarify the situation, and voted to table the item until administration provides further financial de-

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The memorial committee was established following Boyczuk-Rensby’s death in February 2025. A longtime educator and community leader, she served on numerous boards and committees, including Square One Community Inc., the Moose Jaw Public Library, and the Rotary Club of Moose Jaw Wakamow, with a focus on literacy, education, and community well-being.

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City council has formally approved two murals at Bell Park, retroactively authorizing a public art project that had already been completed without prior approval.

The decision came during the April 7 regular council meeting following a recommendation from the Community Services Advisory Committee.

The murals were painted on the east and west sides of the Little League shack at the Bell Park baseball complex on Caribou Street East. The building houses a concession stand, washrooms, and equipment storage. Created by local artist Carly Jaye Smith and funded entirely by Moose Jaw Little League, the project was completed in fall 2025 to improve the appearance of the building, which had previously been affected by vandalism and graffiti.

Administration noted that approval was required under the city’s Public Art

Bell Park murals approved after installation, policy process highlighted

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The concern centred on maintaining consistency with policy, particularly in situations where a project may not ultimately receive approval after completion.

Council ultimately supported the murals, citing their contribution to the park and the absence of direct costs to the city.

Policy to allow the murals to be added to the municipal public art inventory and to establish a formal maintenance agreement.

Council members supported the project, while raising concerns about the approval process occurring after installation.

“I just want to say this is a great project. I love it, but it’s kind of going backwards … they really should have had the approval before the whole thing was done and installed. That is the reason (why) we have a public art policy, so that things flow properly,” Coun. Heather Eby said.

The west-facing mural depicts a dugout scene featuring jerseys and equipment tied to Little League teams and local clubs such as the Moose Jaw Canucks and Moose Jaw Miller Express. The east-facing mural shows silhouettes of players in motion, including batting, throwing, and catching.

Smith, a Moose Jaw artist who grew up playing Little League baseball, has noted her personal connection to the project. The work also included community involvement, with approximately nine Moose Jaw Little League players helping paint sections of the mural after the 2025 season.

With approval now in place, city administration will move forward with an installation and maintenance agreement. The murals will be incorporated into the city’s public art inventory, with any future upkeep managed through the existing public art budget.

Residents or organizations planning similar projects are required to apply through the city’s Public Art Policy, administered through the Parks and Recreation department, prior to installation. For more information, residents can contact the city at 306-694-4400.

Quilters invited to register for upcoming ‘Gathering of the Guilds’

Quilters from across southern Saskatchewan are invited to connect and share their craft as registration remains open for the upcoming “Gathering of the Guilds,” hosted by the Prairie Hearts Quilters’ Guild.

The one-day event is scheduled for May 9 at the Timothy Eaton Centre, but organizers are currently focused on encouraging sign-ups ahead of the April 20 registration deadline.

Susan Kalcsits, event co-ordinator with the guild, said the gathering reflects the organization’s core purpose of education and building community within the quilting world.

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proximately 30 pieces, each selected to demonstrate a specific technique or style.

“We have put together a display that shows all the different techniques and styles of quilting,” Kalcsits said, noting that skilled local quilters have contributed pieces to illustrate each method.

Educational opportunities will also include a trunk show by Karen Mundt, who will present a collection of her work while explaining the techniques and processes behind each quilt.

“It’s basically bringing a suitcase full of quilts and showing each one, describing the work she’s done, the techniques and styles involved, and showing how we can

“If you go back to the values and purpose of the Guild, we exist to educate people, share our craft and our art, and gain more knowledge ourselves. By having a gathering like this, we create an opportunity for fellowship and for getting to know each other across southern Saskatchewan. At the same time, we share our knowledge and educate ourselves to be better at quilting,” she said.

The event will feature a range of programming designed to appeal to both experienced quilters and those looking to expand their skills. Among the highlights is a curated quilt display showcasing ap-

Registration is $25 per person, with approximately 120 participants signed up so far, according to organizers. While that number is below the initial goal of 200 attendees, Kalcsits said there is still time for more quilters to sign up.

“We look forward to meeting other quilters and sharing our craft and our art with them,” she said.

To register and for more information, visit PrairieHeartsQuilters.com.

do the same thing,” Kalcsits said.

Additional guest speakers include Adrienne Forsyth, who will explore the history of quilting and present antique samples, as well as Sherrill Taylor, who will speak about her experience with “scrappy quilting,” a method that uses leftover fabric from previous projects.

Alongside the educational programming, the event will also feature raffles, door prizes, and vendor displays.

“It’s not just speakers. It’s also an opportunity to see what some of the quilting vendors are offering in terms of new products,” Kalcsits added.

Wutzke named finalist for WHL Goaltender of the Year

A standout season between the pipes has earned Moose Jaw Warriors netminder Chase Wutzke league-wide recognition, as the Western Hockey League (WHL) announced April 8 that the 19-year-old is a finalist for the Del Wilson Memorial Trophy.

The award, presented annually to the WHL’s Goaltender of the Year, is voted on by the league’s general managers and recognizes the top netminder finalist in each conference before an overall winner is selected.

Wutzke, a product of Debden, Sask., is one of three finalists from the Eastern Conference, alongside Michal Orsulak of the Prince Albert Raiders and Filip Ruzicka of the Brandon Wheat Kings.

His selection follows a season that saw him split time between the War-

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a 16–24–3–1 record with a 3.33 goalsagainst average and a .904 save percentage, along with one shutout.

While those numbers reflect a challenging year in the standings, Wutzke’s workload and consistency stood out across the league. He faced 1,553 shots — the third-highest total among WHL goaltenders — and turned aside 1,404 of them, ranking second overall in saves.

That ability to handle a heavy volume of shots has been a defining trait for the six-foot-three netminder, who has steadily built experience since making his WHL debut during the 2021–22 season with Red Deer.

Now in his fourth WHL campaign, Wutzke has appeared in 140 career regular season games, compiling a 56–59–10–4 record with a 3.25 goals-against average, a .899 save percentage, and

three shutouts.

His performance has also drawn attention at the next level. Wutzke was selected by the Minnesota Wild in the fifth round (142nd overall) of the 2024 NHL Draft, adding to a growing list of WHL goaltenders progressing toward professional careers.

The Del Wilson Memorial Trophy is named in honour of the longtime Regina Pats executive, who played a key role in the league’s growth and its eventual partnership within the Canadian Hockey League.

Wutzke’s nomination places him among the WHL’s top goaltenders this season, alongside a competitive field that includes both NHL prospects and standout rookies across the league.

Winners of the 2026 WHL Awards are scheduled to be announced between April 21 and May 6.

SNAPSHOT: Warriors bench boss goes international

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SNAPSHOT: Moose Jaw Warriors head coach Mark O’Leary is heading overseas this month, joining the national staff as an assistant coach with Team Canada at the 2026 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) U18 Men’s World Championship in Slovakia, set for April 22 to May 2. The opportunity places the Warriors’ bench boss on the international stage, working with the country’s top under-18 talent as they prepare to compete against the world’s best. To learn more, visit IIHF. com. Photo by: Moose Jaw Warriors Hockey Club

Warriors’ Ness, Semeniuk named WHL Humanitarian of the Year finalists

Leadership on and off the ice has earned Moose Jaw Warriors forwards Brady Ness and Ethan Semeniuk recognition at the league level, as the Western Hockey League (WHL) announced April 8 that the duo was named finalists for the Doug Wickenheiser Memorial Trophy.

Presented annually to the WHL’s Humanitarian of the Year, the award recognizes players who make a meaningful impact in their communities. Finalists are selected through a vote of WHL general managers.

Ness and Semeniuk are among three Eastern Conference finalists, alongside Evan Gardner of the Saskatoon Blades and Axel Hurtig of the Calgary Hitmen.

The Moose Jaw duo’s nomination reflects a season shaped as much by their impact in the community as their play on the ice, with both players dedicating significant time to connecting with the community and supporting local organizations throughout the year.

Ness, a 19-year-old product of Sedgewick, Alta., served as captain of the Warriors this season, recording 14 points (three goals, 11 assists) in 62 games.

Semeniuk, a 20-year-old from Calgary, Alta., enjoyed a career year offensively, tallying 43 points (16 goals, 27 assists) in 63 games.

Away from the rink, the two players

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Warriors website on March 19. “It also makes our day as well (and) you learn a lot when you’re there, and it’s just an amazing experience.”

In the same story, Semeniuk said the experience left a lasting impression. “They’re our biggest fans (and) to be able to spend time with them, get to know lots of them, and put a little more joy in their life, it was super fun,” he said.

In addition to their work with Diversified Services, both players took part in school visits through the club’s “Read to Succeed” program, minor hockey practices, and volunteered with the Moose Jaw Humane Society.

The Doug Wickenheiser Memorial Trophy, established in 2001, is awarded each year to the WHL’s Humanitarian of

the Year, recognizing players who make a meaningful impact in their communities alongside their performance on the ice. Named after former Regina Pats forward Doug Wickenheiser — a first-overall NHL draft pick known as much for his character as his career — the award honours players who give back through volunteering, mentorship, fundraising, and community outreach.

Other finalists include Gardner, who has supported diabetes and autism awareness initiatives in Saskatoon, and Hurtig, who has been involved in youth mentorship and health education programming in Calgary.

Winners of the 2026 WHL Awards will be announced between April 21 and May 6.

partnered on a range of local initiatives, with much of their time focused on supporting Moose Jaw Diversified Services.

Throughout the season, Ness and Semeniuk volunteered regularly with the organization, spending time with individuals through activities such as games, arts and crafts, and conversation.

“It was amazing. Going there at the start of the year, you go and see how happy they are when we’re there,” Ness said in a story posted to the Moose Jaw

Warriors bid farewell to departing players as next chapter begins

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As the Moose Jaw Warriors turn the page on the 2025–26 WHL season, several players are preparing for the next stage of their careers.

The departures include graduating players and veterans moving on to National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) opportunities, each leaving a distinct mark on the club both on and off the ice, according to reporting by Elizabeth Black on the Moose Jaw Warriors’ of-

ficial website.

Aiden Ziprick

Defenceman

Aiden Ziprick will continue his career at Bemidji State University in Minnesota, a respected NCAA program, following a 220-game WHL run that included 188 games with Moose Jaw.

“Ever since I’ve been here, I’ve loved playing here,” Ziprick said in an interview published on the team’s official website.

“The Championship run is something I’ll never forget. Being able to do that in Moose Jaw with the support we had and all the fans, it’s something really special, and I’ll truly remember it forever.”

Ziprick’s offensive numbers climbed steadily, going from one goal and 10 points in 84 games to 20 goals and 56 points over his final 68 appearances.

“He’s been our best defenceman for two years now,” former captain Lynden Lakovic said in the same report. “His confidence has built over the last two years, and just as a human being, learning to be a leader, his play on the ice has shown (his growth).”

Pavel McKenzie

Forward Pavel McKenzie, who appeared in 196 regular-season games across three seasons with the Warriors, is set to continue his career with the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where he will join the Nanooks in NCAA Division I.

“It meant the world to me,” said McKenzie. “It was always a dream of mine to play in the Western League, and for Moose Jaw to pick me up, it was a special moment that I’m going to remember.”

After going undrafted, McKenzie earned a roster spot and debuted in Septem-

ber 2023. He quickly found his footing, tallying 15 goals and 36 points as a rookie on a line with Brayden Yager and Jagger Firkus.

He finished his WHL career with 17 goals and 66 points in 65 games.

“His legacy (in Moose Jaw) is that he is a champion,” said head coach Mark O’Leary. “The thing that I’ll remember most about him is that he would find just as much excitement in his own

success as he did with others.”

Ethan Semeniuk

With 166 games in a Warriors uniform and 276 in the WHL overall, forward Ethan Semeniuk will move on to Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut, an NCAA Division I program.

“It meant a lot to wear the Warrior logo,” said Semeniuk. “Moose Jaw is a second home to me now.

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I’m sure I’ll be back lots over the course of my lifetime.”

Semeniuk joined the Warriors from Vancouver ahead of the 2024 championship run and finished his final season with 16 goals and 43 points.

“For a coach, you always have those guys that are like Swiss Army knives, they fill whatever role you need them to,” said O’Leary. “That’s what makes him so valuable, his ability to play any role that he needs to and, most importantly, to help the team find success.”

Brady Ness Ness will return for his final WHL season after posting career highs and assuming greater leadership duties during an injury-affected

year for the Warriors.

“Every day I want to be the best leader I can be. It’s such an honour (to captain this group),” Ness said in another interview published on the team’s website. “(There will be) a lot of reflecting here in the next couple of weeks just on everything I can do (to be better next year).”

Ness scored three goals and 14 points while taking on increased responsibilities.

“Brady is the definition of a leader,” said Lakovic. “He’s the hardest worker every day. What the fans don’t see is that he’s in the gym first every day, he’s on the ice first every day.”

Casey Brown

Forward Casey Brown

is also set to return next season after a breakout sophomore campaign that saw him score 22 goals and 38 points.

“Last year, coming in, I (was lacking) confidence from not playing,” Brown said in a separate report. “I had to work on the consistency part for the first half, and in the second half, I think I found that.”

His season ended early due to injury, shifting focus to the offseason.

“I think a big offseason plays a big factor in the following year,” said Brown. “(There’s time to) get healthy, stronger, faster, bigger and just work on the little (aspects of my game).”

SNAPSHOT: Moose Jaw WINMAR AAA Warriors finish strong

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SNAPSHOT: The Moose Jaw WINMAR AAA Warriors gather for a final team photo following the 2025–26 season, a campaign the club said saw the team “give it their all until the last whistle.” The Warriors finished second in SMAAAHL playoffs with an 8–3–2 record, scoring 49 goals in 13 games and advancing to Western Regionals, highlighted by a pair of 6–2 and 6–1 wins. The season also marked the final run for seven graduating players — Ryder Gilroy, Ryan Gibbs, Carson Deichert, Chase Petersen, Steven Wawryk, Wade Franks, and Tyler Hudec — recognized for their contributions. The organization also thanked its volunteers, sponsors, and fans for their support throughout the year. With what the team described as “unfinished business,” the Warriors now look ahead to the next season. Photo by: Moose Jaw Winmar Warriors AAA Hockey Club/Facebook

Multicultural council offers April programs to support newcomer skills, connection

The Moose Jaw Multicultural Council (MJMC) is continuing its monthly programming this April with a range of workshops and community initiatives designed to support newcomers as they build skills, explore employment opportunities, and connect with others in Moose Jaw.

Programming will take place primarily at the Moose Jaw Newcomer Welcome Centre, with several sessions also available online.

Employment and career development

Employment readiness remains a key focus this month, with workshops and information sessions aimed at helping newcomers navigate the Canadian job market.

The Employment Connections Workshop Series will run every Tuesday at 4 p.m., covering a range of foundational topics, including:

THIS WEEKS FLYERS

Financial knowledge remains a key component of this month’s programming, with several sessions dedicated to helping newcomers better understand income and budgeting.

An information session titled “Let’s Understand Budgeting and Your Paycheque” will take place on April 20 at 3:30 p.m. The session will focus on interpreting paycheques, managing expenses, and building a practical household budget.

These sessions complement the financial literacy components included in both the Tuesday and Thursday workshop series.

Community connection

Alongside employment-focused programming, the MJMC continues to offer opportunities for social connection and personal well-being.

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• April 14: Resume and cover letter development

• April 21: Job search strategies and transferable skills

• April 28: Financial literacy

The “Are You Ready to Work?” workshop series will continue throughout the month, taking place every Thursday at 3:30 p.m., with sessions including:

• April 16: Workplace culture

• April 23: Interview preparation

• April 30: Job market and networking

For those seeking more in-depth training, the Tourism Saskatchewan Work Readiness Program is continuing to accept participants. The program offers free, industry-recognized training for roles such as front desk agent, housekeeping attendant, line cook, and food and beverage server. Participants must meet eligibility requirements, including language benchmarks and valid work authorization, and will complete workplace essentials training and an occupation-specific course.

Financial literacy

The monthly Community Café will be held on April 16 at 7 p.m. at the Newcomer Welcome Centre. The event provides an informal setting where participants can meet others, practice English, and build relationships within the community.

Creative programming is also featured this month through the Healthy Living Project. An earring-making workshop will take place on April 17 at 4:30 p.m., offering newcomer women and girls an opportunity to learn a new skill while connecting with others in a relaxed, hands-on environment. All materials will be provided, and advance registration is required.

Registration

Most sessions are free and offered in person or online, depending on the program. Advance registration is encouraged where required, and additional information is available through the MJMC or the Newcomer Welcome Centre. For more information, contact the MJMC at 306-693-4677, visit MJMCInc.ca, or reach the Newcomer Welcome Centre at 306-692-6892.

The Moose Jaw Newcomer Welcome Centre is located at 432 Main Street North.

About banning kids from social media

Three-quarters of Canadians support banning children from using social media

The polls and pressure have become so heavy that Canada is considering a ban from social media for people under age 16. Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is asking for input on the ban proposal issue.

The Australian government has already banned under 16s from social media.

The arguments to keep young people from using social media are strong. They become addicted to social media at a time in life when their brains are developing. That addiction leads to less focus on learning at school and to less socializing with family and peers.

Constantly using social media develops a short attention span with an in-

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ability to concentrate for any length of time on one subject.

Learning social skills — conversation and thinking critically — is an important part of growing up.

The total impact of social media will likely develop a generation of poor readers with poor math skills, unable to communicate with family and co-workers.

Just ask the teachers who see the impact of social media on their students every day.

When some youth lose their phone privileges and thus social media, they rant and rave.

A large number of parents fail to monitor what their kids see on social media and fail to encourage proper use. They never have that talk.

And there is the bullying behaviour online that has caused some to take their own life, not to mention the possibility of sex trafficking.

An interesting feature of the Chinese equivalent to Tik Tok, which is one of the most addictive sites, is that China has two sites. One is for adults. The other is for people under 13.

The American version of Tik-Tok also has a special site for under 13s.

The flaw in a total social media ban arises because the ban makes social media sites a “forbidden fruit.’’

Being a forbidden fruit arouses interest from the kids. Recall the days when people had to be 21 to drink in a beer parlour.

Since drinking was a forbidden fruit young people did their best to break the

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the position of this publication.

rules, getting other adults to buy booze for them, sneaking from stashes at home, entering bars if they looked old enough.

The second website removes that forbidden fruit temptation from the young minds. A second site for youth could have restricted hours of operation per day.

The second site development is similar to how some cultures prepare kids to stomach spicy foods.

In those cultures a baby has a bit of spice regularly placed on the tongue. As the child gets older the amount of spice is increased.

When they become adults they can eat spicy foods with no gastric consequences.

Ron Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net

15 Wing hosts search and rescue training event to strengthen response, public awareness

Military personnel at 15 Wing Moose Jaw and civilian first responders are working together to strengthen emergency response readiness through a recurring joint training event.

The April 10 initiative, held every two years, focused on familiarizing local fire, police, and emergency medical personnel with military aircraft, equipment, and procedures used during incidents within the pilot training area.

Major Chris Jacobson, operations support squadron plans officer, said the goal is to ensure seamless co-ordination when it matters most.

“The reason we hold these visits is to build partnerships with civilian first responders within our training area to ensure that they understand our operation (and) what we send to emergency sites, and to make sure that they know what we’re going to do and that they understand how to deal (safely) with our equipment,” he said.

The event brought together approximately 25 attendees, including representatives from Moose Jaw and surrounding rural communities such as Assiniboia, Gravelbourg, and Briercrest.

Jacobson said the turnout aligned

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future.”

As part of the event, participants were introduced to a range of equipment used in emergency response scenarios, including a newly acquired on-scene command vehicle known as “OSCER.”

Designed as a mobile communications hub rather than a front-line rescue unit, the vehicle allows personnel to coordinate response efforts in real time. Inside, the vehicle features modern communications equipment, a situation map, and an onboard generator.

“We operate mainly as a communication node for the command authority,” said Aerospace Control Operator Sgt. Bryan Christie. “It’s a big communication platform (and) that is fundamentally what we do.”

Sgt. Christie said the unit is typically staffed by air traffic controllers due to their ability to manage high-pressure situations and co-ordinate multiple moving parts simultaneously.

with expectations and reflected the importance of maintaining strong working relationships as training activity continues to evolve.

“The RCAF is at the threshold of an

expansion in terms of air crew and their requirements,” he said. “So establishing and maintaining these relations (is) very important. We’re going to increase training rather than decrease it in the near

“It’s all about quick communication, dealing under pressure, and trying to bring a whole bunch of different things together at once. Managing chaos is sometimes how it feels,” he said. Attendees also received demonstra-

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tions of aircraft life-support equipment, including flight suits, helmets, and parachute systems designed to protect pilots during high-performance training.

Master Cpl. Tim Brooks, an aircraft life support technician with 431 Air Demonstration Squadron, said the equipment is built with survival in mind.

“The survival kit (contains) … all the emergency equipment you might need to survive for 48 to 72 hours,” he said, noting it includes items such as rations, water purification tablets, and an emergency locator beacon.

Firefighters from 15 Wing also showcased their primary aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicle, known as the STRIKER, a specialized unit capable of suppressing fires while in motion.

“We’re able to attack the emergency … while everybody’s still in the truck, while we’re driving 50 kilometres an

Vehicle Maintenance

Keeping your vehicle in top mechanical condition ensures it doesn't have to work harder than necessary saving fuel.

•Monitor Tire Pressure: Under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, which forces the engine to burn more fuel. Check your pressure at least once a month either manually or on your vehicles TPMS read out.

•Keep Up with Wheel Alignments: If your wheels are even slightly misaligned, they "drag" against the road instead of rolling freely Regular alignments ensure your vehicle moves straight with minimal resistance.

•Replace Air Filters: A clogged air filter restricts airflow to the engine, hurting performance and efficiency Also maintain fuel injection and spark plugs at recommended intervals.

•Use the Correct Oil Grade: Using the correct manufacturerrecommended motor oil reduces internal friction

•Brakes: Becoming more common, especially on hybrid or electric vehicles, are sticking/seizing brakes. Any brake drag will result in the engine working harder not to mention the rapid wear of brake materials

hour down the runway,” said Lt. Tyler Griffin.

He added that the vehicle’s capacity and speed allow crews to respond quickly to incidents involving aircraft, where time is critical, noting the STRIKER operates with a four-person crew and carries roughly 6,000 litres of water, 225 kilograms of dry chemical and additional foam for rapid suppression.

For members of the public, Jacobson emphasized that the appropriate response to encountering an aircraft emergency remains straightforward.

“If you see (a) downed airplane, call 911, and if you see these guys in the field, let them do their jobs,” he said.

As training activity at 15 Wing continues to grow, officials said such events will play an increasingly important role in keeping both military and civilian responders prepared.

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all this and not take anything away from the beauty of your space.

Living Sustainably

As we are approaching Earth Day, it is a good idea to talk about how to live and how to garden with a bit more thought towards sustainability. Did you know that a sustainable landscape will actually help to conserve resources, reduce labor input and is more economical as well? What makes up a sustainable landscape? How do you make sustainability an integral part of all that you do in the field of horticulture?

A sustainable landscape is one that is responsive to the environment. It actively will contribute to the development of healthy communities and improve the quality of life. It may increase energy efficiency, restore habitats, clean the air and water, sequester carbon, be re-generative and create value through significant economic, social and environmental benefits. Believe it or not a sustainable landscape will do

Everywhere in the world, usable land is becoming more scarce and even more valuable. Because of this we need to ensure that the space we are using and enhancing is providing additional value by rewarding the senses, promoting a healthy community and an environment conducive to its many users. It is all about working with the environment to create a space with balance.

So how do you easily convert a conventional landscape to one that is more sustainable? A couple of ideas you may want to consider is to reduce the amount of turf you have. We often see landscapes with large areas of lawn that are never really used as a turf space. Reducing the size of these areas will reduce water consumption, chemical and/or organic additives as well as the physical work required to maintain it.

Saving the water that is provided by Mother Nature will also help to reduce the footprint of your outdoor space and still provide that moisture when it is needed. A surface layer of organic mulch on the soil surface will also reduce the amount of water your garden may need. An added bonus is you will have less weeding to do!

Growing a good variety of plants will increase the number of beneficial insects, and pollinators to your garden.

Homegrown Farmers Market seeks permanent vendors for 2026 season

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The Moose Jaw Homegrown Farmers Market is inviting applications from vendors interested in joining its 2026 season, with organizers currently seeking a few additional permanent participants.

Permanent vendors are expected to attend the market each Saturday, which runs from May 30 to Oct. 10, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. The market is held along the 400 block of Langdon Crescent in downtown Moose Jaw, across from the public library.

These beneficial critters will help you to care for your outdoor space and will provide much entertainment to all who may be in the garden or at least viewing the garden. Remember, that having a little bit of water available for those thirsty critters will help them to make your garden their happy home.

Plant trees that have a deeper root system. These trees can access water that is deeper and thus rely on a water source that you might not have to supply. Bur oak and Scots Pine both are considered to be a tap-rooted tree and thus can dig deep for a drink during our hot summer months.

Last but not least, it is important to provide shade to your dwelling on the

south and west sides. Shading the walls and the roof area will make a huge difference to the comfort inside your home. Also, if you happen to frequent outdoor areas in the hot part of the day, these areas too can benefit from some shade that provides respite from the hot summer rays.

Hanbidge is the Lead Horticulturist with Orchid Horticulture. Find us at www.orchidhort.com; by email at growyourfuture@gmail.com on facebook @orchidhort and on instagram at #orchidhort.

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Moose Jaw author

Kathleen Knapp to host book signing event

April 18

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Organizers are specifically looking for handmade goods, as well as vendors offering locally grown vegetables, flowers, eggs, and honey. As a makers-focused market, applicants are encouraged to showcase locally produced or handcrafted items.

Interested vendors can complete an application form online at MJHomeGrownMarket.com. Food vendors are required to submit a Public Health form alongside their application.

For more information, email MJHomeGrownMarket@gmail.com.

Moose Jaw author Kathleen Knapp will host a public book signing later this month to mark the release of her newest book, A Mother’s Memoir of Caregiving.

Set for Saturday, April 18 from 2 to 4 p.m., the event at Victory Church will feature a short reading, an opportunity to meet the author, and signed copies available for purchase.

Drawing from her experience as a caregiver to her son, the memoir explores themes of grief, resilience and hope.

Open to the public, the afternoon will also include light refreshments. The event takes place at Victory Church, located in the former St. Andrew’s United Church building at 60 Athabasca Street East.

OPINION/COMMENTARY

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the position of this publication.

Social Media’s Societal Impact: By 1985’s Norms We’ve Lost Our Minds

I’ve spent more time than I care to admit contemplating how our personal and professional lives have been transformed by digital technology. Often, I find myself staring at my smartphone as if I were looking through the ‘looking glass,’ wondering how my 1985 self, when my wardrobe was Miami Vice influenced, I was listening to Phil Collins, Madonna, Dire Straits, and Bruce Springsteen, dared to eat sushi, and was strategically bar hopping on Friday nights, would make of this glass-and-metal slab, the size of a chocolate bar, that’s always with me.

In 1985, I was connected to the world by being in it, not by scrolling through it.

If I had the chance to tell 1985-Nick what 2026 would look like, give young me a ‘heads up’, I imagine 1985-Nick

would respond:

“Let me get this straight. Everyone carries a glowing glass slate and stares at it all day, even when with family and friends. Furthermore, when they eat out, they take pictures of their food and anxiously wait for strangers to ‘like’ them. You’re telling me everyone has a phone, but they only use it to type because talking to someone causes anxiety, yet these same people post their private moments for the world to see, and some get paid for it? You’re telling me everyone is connected 24/7, yet loneliness is an epidemic? Does anyone ever just sit in silence? Like, ever?”

1985-Nick would be right. If someone in 1985 had told me that we’d be carrying a supercomputer in our pocket, which we’d use to seek attention or argue with strangers about ‘who’s

right’ or ‘who’s morally superior’ and look at pictures of other people’s staged life events, I’d have told them to ease up on the science fiction. But here we are, with social media having become the dominant form of human interaction, a party line for the entire world, with everyone shouting at once.

Back in the ‘80s, sharing a photo of your dinner was a logistical marathon involving a Kodak Disc camera, a trip to the nearest Shoppers Drug Mart to develop the film, and a physical trek to a friend’s house just to show them a grainy 4x6 of a Salisbury steak. Today, we do this instantly. Why? Because we’ve collectively decided that if a kale salad isn’t uploaded to Instagram, it doesn’t actually contain any nutrients.

drunk on Boone’s Farm and Southern Comfort to remember it the next day. Now, seventeen high-definition angles of your failure are uploaded to TikTok before you’ve picked yourself up. Gone are the days of being an idiot in private. Additionally, we ‘Doomscroll.’ In the 80s, if you wanted to feel depressed about the world, you had to wait for the six o’clock news with Knowlton Nash. Today, we carry misery in our pockets, scrolling through a never-ending feed of global catastrophes and high school acquaintances lying about their success. Everyone’s a brand, everyone’s a critic, and nobody’s listening. We’ve traded the backyard barbecue for the digital coliseum.

In 1985, ‘following’ someone meant you were either a private investigator like Thomas Magnum or a serial killer. Today, someone with 10,000 followers is considered an “influencer.” In contrast, in the ‘80s, an influencer was your friend who convinced you and everyone else that flip-up sunglasses were ‘high fashion.’

As for ‘Likes,’ imagine walking through the Eaton Centre and slapping a ‘thumbs up’ sticker on a stranger’s forehead because you admired their perm. You’d be arrested. Now, we crave those digital thumbs-ups like oxygen, trading genuine human validation for a dopamine hit delivered by a server that consumes more electricity than a small Canadian town.

Back in the 80s, I was just a kid who spent too much time in neon-drenched arcades, feeding quarters into Pac-Man and BurgerTime machines sweating to get a high score that would be wipedout the moment the power flickered.

What’s most distressing is the death of the ‘Unrecorded Moment.’ In the 80s, if you did something stupid at a party, such as breakdancing and kicking over the punch bowl, the only evidence was the collective memory of six people too

If I could time-travel back to the era of New Coke and Tab, I’d tell 1985Nick to cherish his rotary phone. Sure, it took three minutes to dial, and the coiled cord was a tripping hazard, but when it wasn’t ringing, the world was quiet. You weren’t being ‘notified’ that a stranger in Saskatoon hates your take on The Breakfast Club. You weren’t being stalked by an algorithm that’s already sold your interest in a front-loading VCR to three different retailers before you’ve even walked into a RadioShack. Most of all, I’d advise 1985-Nick to make the most of his time when the community he was growing up in was rooted in physical reality, not digital performance. While we’re more connected than any generation in human history, we’re also, ironically, more isolated than ever. Sadly, we’ve allowed ourselves to be rewired to value ‘the look of a life’ over ‘the substance of life.’

Nick Kossovan, a self-described connoisseur of human psychology, writes about what’s on his mind from Toronto. You can follow Nick on Twitter and Instagram @NKossovan.

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‘Fuel

Good Day’ applications now open through April 30

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Moose Jaw Co-op is now accepting applications for its 2026 Fuel Good Day campaign, with local organizations encouraged to apply before the April 30 deadline.

The annual initiative, set for Sept. 15, will see a portion of fuel sales at each participating Co-op location donated to selected nonprofits, charities, and community groups within their respective communities, including Moose Jaw, Avonlea, Liberty, and Imperial.

Last year’s campaign raised

$19,360.80, with local proceeds directed to Moose Jaw Family Services Inc. to support its mentorship programming.

Hansen, with Moose Jaw ties, part of

record-setting Artemis II mission

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Eligible applicants include local non-profits, charities, and community groups delivering programs or services aimed at improving community well-being.

Selected recipients receive both funding and promotional support as part of the campaign.

Applications can be submitted online at https://loom.ly/CLwERwg or via MooseJawCoop.ca.

A major milestone in human spaceflight is carrying a connection to Moose Jaw, as Canadian astronaut Col. Jeremy Hansen — who completed pilot training at 15 Wing Moose Jaw and later visited the community in 2024 — and his Artemis II crewmates have travelled farther into space than any humans before.

The crew completed a lunar flyby April 6, reaching 406,773 kilometres from Earth and surpassing the record of 400,171 kilometres set during Apollo 13 in 1970, marking the first crewed Artemis

flight and a key step toward future exploration of the Moon and Mars. Hansen, who spoke to students at A.E. Peacock Collegiate on Feb. 9, 2024, encouraged youth to pursue their goals, noting, “We (as Canadians) earned our spot here. It’s a huge compliment to Canada, and I’m so proud,” and was the first Canadian to take part in a mission of this kind.

The Orion spacecraft splashed down in the Pacific Ocean near San Diego on April 10, successfully concluding the 10-day mission. To learn more, visit Nasa.gov.

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Sudoku #5 - Challenging

Can you find the hidden words? They may be horizontal, vertical, diagonal, forwards or backwards.

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50. Eat sparingly

11. Blockhead

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6. Nile bird

51. Wear away

12. Feeling

13. Enclosed

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ADVISE, AFTERWARD, BEGIN, BILE, CONFRONT, DEPLOY, DREAM ESCAPE, EXPLOSION, FALCON, FINAL, FLASH, FLOAT, GENERATION GOOF, GREED, GROOVE, INFLUX, LEVEL, MEDIA, MELON OVERTIME, PIANO, PIER, PREPARATION, SEEP, SHORE, SIGNIFICANT SLEEP, SONIC, STAGE, TALENT, TOAD

10. Platter

14. Scandinavian

15. Snack

16. Thought

54. Jewish month

If you use logic you can solve the puzzle without guesswork.

56. Caprine animal

57. Inland

63. Hindu princess

21. Mound of stones

25. Indian music

Need a little help? The hints page shows a logical order to solve the puzzle. Use it to identify the next square you should solve. Or use the answers page if you really get stuck.

17. Sporting venue

18. Soft drink

19. Transgressions

20. Undesired

22. Sit for a photo

23. Wise men

24. Spoke

26. Away from the wind

30. Hotel

31. Armed conflict

32. Oceans

33. Equips

35. Pertaining to cod

39. Blink of an eye

41. Misfortune

43. Loft

44. Beast

46. L L L L

47. Soviet space station

64. Nitpicky to a fault

65. Tropical fruit

66. Therefore

67. Bygone era

68. Skirt fold

69. Biblical garden

70. Declares

71. Sleighs DOWN

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2. Forsaken

3. Ship workers

4. Slave

5. Domain

6. Disguised

7. Prosperous

8. Small island

9. An unilluminated area

10. Put down

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27. Advanced

28. Where the sun rises

29. Approximation

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36. Sandwich shop

37. Inactive

38. Vesicle

40. Caustic

42. Royal

45. Wheat storehouse

48. Passes along

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52. Plank

53. Scope

55. Frolics

58. Small wild ox

59. Telephone

60. Leg joint

61. Mild expletive

62. Pixels

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Local buyer looking for sport card collections, retro video games, and systems, toys from the 80’s, 90’s and earlier. Basement estate and clean outs welcome. Cash paid. Call or text 306-527-7786.

145 REAL ESTATE

1500 Square foot condo, located at 149 Hoch. St. W. Single attached garage, large deck at rear and off master bedroom, HEATED OUTDOOR POOL, new steel exterior wall, new roofing on

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210 SERVICES

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Need work done? Contact Bill at 306-630-2268 . Interior/exterior, renovations, formwork, framing, finishing, tiling, painting and all construction, roofing/siding- no job too big or small. Reasonable rates, 30 years experience. Will pick up, move, haul, and deliver any appliances, tvs, furniture, or anything large in and around Moose Jaw, $45 and up. Junk to the dump $60/load. 45-gallon plastic barrels, great for rainwater, $25 each. 1000 Litre plastic totes - $50. 45-gallon metal barrels, $15 each. 306681-8749

I will do your taxes. Many years of experience. Personal and business. Please call Vienna at 250-308-9201.

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Few building projects in March

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The city issued only five building permits totalling $25,800 in March.

Four were for alterations to residences. One was for a swimming pool.

No new homes were started in the first three months of the year.

Building permit values to date declined to $5.02 million from $11.1 million in 2025.

Batteries and an Adapter to Plug into a Car Lighter. New $3000.00. Asking $1800.00.

FOR SALE - MOBILITY SCOOTER Low Mileage/Hours $1200.00. Call Karen (306) 631-4745. 200 LOST & FOUND

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ADAMACHE

Edward “Ed” Wilson Adamache, aged 86 years of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, passed away on Monday, April 6th, 2026.

Ed was born on June 9th, 1939 at his home in Wheatstone, SK. He attended school at Claudia and Kayville. He worked for various farmers throughout his life. Ed went to work for CP Rail and found the work to be very challenging. He then decided to join the Royal Canadian Engineers in the army and was stationed at Chilliwack and Vancouver, BC and at Petawawa, ON. In 1959, Ed moved back to the family farm and worked various jobs in many places.

In 1963, Ed married Erna Rempel, who was working as a teacher. They farmed at his parents’ farm west of Kayville. Ed and Erna started their family with Travis (1964), Janice (1966), Sheryllee (1968), Jason (1969), and Melanie (1971). In 1971, the family moved to Moose Jaw and Ed still farmed and worked on many jobs in the field of Power Engineering, which took him to 15 Wing Moose Jaw and the University of Regina.

Ed and Erna enjoyed travelling with their family. In retirement, they went on several bus tours and took many road trips to Georgia. Ed loved his family and spending time with them. He had a great fondness for his grandkids and great-grandkids.

Ed had several bouts with cancer, as well as other health issues, throughout his life. This eventually led him to requiring extra care at Pioneer Lodge. The family are incredibly thankful for the care he received while at the Lodge. The activities staff were exceptional in their care for Ed.

He was predeceased by his parents, Vasile and Mina Adamache; brothers: George (Vera), John, Jake, and Roy; sisters: Eugenie (Eugene) Tater, Laura (Elie) Richea, Annie (Mike) Topal, and Violet (Ken) Johnson; brother-in-law, John Neamtu; and daughter-in-law, Cheryl Adamache. Ed is survived by his wife of 62 years, Erna; son, Travis Adamache; daughter, Janice (Eric) Whitehead - Chelsy (Dorian) Vann, Quentin Brown, and Cole Brown; daughter, Sheryllee Adamache - Devin (Naomi) Adamache, Garrett (Janelle) Amyotte and Kavis, and Braylan Adamache; son, Jason (Holly) Adamache - Matthew (Megan) Adamache, Mya, Ivy, and Layne, Jared (Alex) Adamache and Roman; daughter, Melanie (Mark)Alexander - Britney (Richard) Wendel and John, Judah, Isaiah, and Micah, Brooke (Josh) Anderson and Elliot, Adeline, and Mahri, Autumn (Zach) Fox and Luke, Josh Alexander, and Emily Alexander; sisters-in-law, Mary Adamache and Elke Adamache; as well as many nieces and nephews.

The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, April 13th, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Moose Jaw Funeral Home. Pastor Richard Wendel will officiate, and interment will take place at the Moose Jaw Funeral Home Columbarium. Those not able to attend may view the service by going to www.moosejawfuneralhome.com/webcast/. A Time of Visitation for Family and Friends will be held on Saturday, April 11th, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Moose Jaw Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Ed’s name may be made to the Pioneers Lodge Activities Department, 1000 Albert St, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 2Y2. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com

Refreshing Moments

A Devotional by Alex Allan Printed with Permission

Pastor Alex Allan is a Moose Jaw retired credentialed minister in the Church of God in Western Canada and has served as a hospital chaplain and is an experienced pastoral counsellor. He has an extensive background in communications, having worked in radio, television and print media.

Developing Relationships

One of the challenges we face is learning to get along with others who hold a wide range of different views and values.

There are people who label others with differing opinions as hateful. What a narrow view on life, and one that brings about division and conflict.

Many people struggle with knowing how to cope with such people, but there’s good news. The Bible provides us with a clear answer and sound direction.

In Romans 12: 17 – 18 we read: Never pay back evil with more evil. Do things in such a way that everyone can see you are honorable. Do all that you can to live in peace with everyone.

When I’m confronted by a person who wants to challenge my biblical perspective, and they strongly suggest I am wrong, I don’t let them ruffle my feathers. I suggest that sometimes we are never going to agree and so we must learn to respect one another’s positions so we can continue with our relationship.

Over the years I have had relationships with people from all walks of life, but with Holy Spirit’s help I have never compromised my faith. The great lesson I have learned from standing firm is that people respect me, even if they don’t agree with me. It’s called reciprocal respect.

With the help of Holy Spirit, we can learn to live in peace with

everyone.

With God’s help we can learn to remain in relationships with people of differing views.

People on social media often only connect with those who agree with them. These people miss out on the opportunity for personal growth in their world view and limit the growth of their circle of relationships.

1 Corinthians 13: 4 – 7 Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. Let us learn from the example of our Lord Jesus Christ. He came in love to reach struggling people in this world and give them hope. Let us learn to live in community with others; even though we may have different views, let us learn to show reciprocal respect.

The excerpt above was extracted from a devotional book that was written to encourage individuals in their daily walk with Christ to provide practical guidance and encouragement. If you are interested in purchasing the book, please email RefreshingMoments@ outlook.com

Take advantage of the pleasurable opportunities that come your way.

Rev. Dr. John Kreutzwieser is a retired pastor from Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Moose Jaw, SK. He graduated with a doctorate degree in 2006 from the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies in Florida.

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the position of this publication.

Consternation

During our recent trip to Japan, I was looking forward to some Spring golf to prepare for the opening of the golf season here in Saskatchewan. However, much to my consternation it rained on one of the days we had planned to golf, so we had to cancel.

Consternation means a feeling of anxiety or annoyance or dismay. My consternation in Japan was more of an annoyance than anything, as I had already played two rounds earlier in the trip. However, the feeling of consternation can lead to confusion when it involves anxiety.

Consternation is derived from the Latin consternare, meaning to throw into confusion. Consternare combines com (with, together, completely) and sternere (to spread, to strike down).

Consternation is not confusion, but a feeling that can hinder or stop someone in their tracks. While travelling overseas she met someone who looked amazingly similar to her dead husband. She gawked in consternation without moving for a few moments.

Consternation is often used with ‘much to.’ Much to the students’ consternation, the teacher announced a pop quiz. The heavy spring rains caused the fields to fill with pools of water, much to the consternation of the farmers.

Consternation is also commonly used alongside ‘filled with.’ The prospect of the extra work load at the office filled her with consternation. After hearing of the accident involving her uncle, she was filled with consternation about what to do to help her aunt.

Consternation can be a feeling of shock, and even anger. To his consternation, when he got to the airport he discovered that he left his passport at home. The boil water advisory because of the safety of the water supply caused consternation among the citizens of the community.

There are various ways of physically displaying consternation

Some will make a furrowed brow, moving the eyebrows to show you are annoyed, worried, and thinking hard in consternation. The change in weather caused him consternation about a coming headache so much so that his co-workers could see his anxiety by his furrowed brow.

Consternation can cause one to have their mouth agog, wide open in annoyance. When she entered the house her mouth was agog in consternation over the mess at the door and down the hallway.

Others will mumble or grumble in consternation After my golf game was cancelled due to the rain I was mumbling about the weather most of the day because of my consternation.

One of Patti’s favourite movie soundtracks is from Footloose, the 1984 movie with Kevin Bacon and Lori Singer. When Ren McCormack moves from Chicago to a small town in Utah, the local pastor has much consternation over the proposal to allow dancing at the high school graduation. Church leaders have often

experienced consternation over new directions in church practice promoted by young and old.

In the mid-17th century the verb consternate entered the English vocabulary. The English civil wars consternated the public as over 200,000 people lost their lives. When a star player gets injured most fans get consternated concerning the rest of the season.

I usually register my truck in early May each year. This year I decided to start using it in March. I woke up one morning in late February in a state of consternation as I realized frozen snow banks may make it very difficult to move the truck from its parking spot. When I went outside to look at the situation I was relieved that the little snow we had this winter had not blocked in the truck and I was able to move it with no problem. My consternation was all for nothing.

Columnist John Kreutzwieser loves to research words and writes this weekly Word Wisdom column for Moose Jaw Express/MooseJawToday.com. He has an interest in the usage, origin, and relevance of words for society today. Greek and Latin form the basis of many words, with ancient Hebrew shedding light on word usage.

John would like to know if anyone has a sincere interest in a relevant word that he could possibly research for an upcoming column. If so, please send your requests to wordwisdom2021@gmail.com . Words will be selected according to relevance and research criteria. We cannot confirm that all words will be used.

UPCOMING EVENTS IN MOOSE JAW

If you would like your notice or event added to this list, contact us at: joan@moosejawexpress.com

Town ‘N Country Mall

50+ coffee club Meet & Greet every Monday @2pm at Engage Cafe

Thursday April 16 @ 4pm Sask Polytech Startup Challenge Final Pitch Event. Entrepreneurs compete for $25,000 in prizes.

Friday April 24 - 11am to 5pm and Saturday April 25 9am to 2pm there will be a Second Chance Community Sale. A bunch of sellers with their used goods all in 1 space. If interested in more information email gail@ptccyvr.com

Moose Jaw Wildlife Federation 29th Annual Fundraising Dinner will be held on Saturday, April 18 at the Moose Jaw Exhibition Centre, 250 Thatcher Drive East. Doors Open at 5:30 pm Roast Beef Supper @ 7:00 p.m./Tickets - $50.00. Contact- Doreen @ 306-692-4148/ Sandra @ 306-692-8848

Email:mjwildlife.federation@gmail.com. All proceeds raised go towards supporting our many projects within the community.

National Association of Federal Retirees Branch 23 Annual General Meeting will be April 16 (Thursday) at 2 pm in the card room in Tim Eaton’s, 510 Main Street North (handicapped accessible building). All available members please attend. Last meeting not enough showed up to have a quorum. Currently we only have 2 executives left and they have served over 10 years each and wish to step down. So, members must either elect new executive officers...4 are needed, or we need to discuss dissolution and join Regina Branch. To dissolve we must vote on this and notify the National Board we wish to join the Regina branch

We rely on our membership so Please attend and vote while having coffee.

Moose Jaw Art Guild monthly creative program will be held Thursday April 16th,2026 at 2pm at the Moose Jaw Museum and Art Gallery in the Art Room. This Months theme: The Philosophy of Paper Mache presented by Gerry Kaiser. $2.00 participation fee is required . Please pre-register by April 9th. Limited space available. By email- bbcrabb@icloud.com/Phone- 306- 690-4424

South Saskatchewan Wildlife Association annual awards night and banquet April 18. Tickets available, contact Gregg 306-692-9822.

Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum Inc Annual General Meeting on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 1:00 pm at the Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum, 292 - 22nd Street Battleford SK. Phone: 306 446 1983. Bridge Lessons until April 23 for 9 wks. – Every Thursday from 7 pm to 9 pm. Cost $40/person at the Cosmo Centre, 235 3rd Ave NE. More info: Anita – 306-630-1256 anitadunkz@gmail.com or Gail – 306-630-9430

Wine and Cheese Registration Night for Lynbrook Ladies Wednesday Business Golf League followed the Annual Spring Meeting at Lynbrook Club House on Wednesday April 22, 2026. Registration - 7:00 p.m. Meeting – 7:30 p.m. League Fee - $25.00 cash or cheque). PLEASE email me by April the 19, 2026 if you will be attending pending on weather). Sign up sheets are posted on the bulletin board by the ladies washroom. T-times – 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. (golf must overlap between the hours of 4 -6p.m.) Please sign up by Sunday prior to golf. After Sunday the list is put into the computer at the proshop. Please call the proshop if you need to cancel or be added to the list. Blocked off t-times spots are not visible on booking site.( call proshop-306-692-2838 for available spots). Green fee 9 holes - $32.00 + taxes - ½ seat cart rental 9 holes- $16.00 + taxes/Punch Card 9 hole$320 + taxes ( pay 10 play 11). Wednesday Night Ladies Business League is open to any ladies interested in joining. President – Shauna Inglis 306-690-6974/Secretary – Bev Arnold 306-690-4240/Treasurer – Sharon McKenzie 306-631-9606. Hope to see you all back for a GREAT SEASON of golf, fun, and making new friends. Important dates: May 6 – League day starts (sign up sheets posted 2 weeks in advance)

July 8 – Fun Night Tournament -5:30 pm - Shotgun (sign up sheet will be posted prior week)

Aug-5– Fun Night Tournament- 5:30 pm - Shotgun (sign up sheet will be posted prior week)

Sept 9 – Year End Tournament – 5:00pm - Shotgun (sign up sheet will be posted prior week)

Sept 16 – Year End Banquet (cocktails 6:00 pm- supper 6:30 pm)

Evening of Music’ fundraiser in support of MJ Christian Counselling Centre (not-for-profit) on Sunday, May 3rd 2026 at 6:30 pm at the Hillcrest Church located at 1550 Main St North. This year, music features from: Just ‘n ‘Tyme; Evelyn Nelson on the piano; The Cornerstone Christian School Choir; and more! Free to attend—with an opportunity to support in a free-will offering towards helping individuals, couples, teens and children receive professional level counselling at affordable rates. Contact us at mjccc@shaw.ca with any questions you may have or visit our website at www.mjccc.ca for more information about our Centre or any updates to the fundraising event. This year’s event’s major donors include: Gold: 3Keys Property Management; Silver: Sun Life MJ with Chad Braun & TLC Pharmacy; Bronze: Purple Shield MJ with Michael Penner. We Hope to see you there!” BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: BOBBY’S PLACE

FUNDRAISER for Square One Community’s Supportive Housing Program on May 6th....why not plan to eat out for a great cause! To help you make your decision, Bobby’s is giving you OPTIONS!!!! LUNCH: Ribs and Caesar salad : $27.00 each - 11:30am to 1pm/SUPPER: Fish and Chips: $27.00 each - 5:30pm to 7pm. You will be treated to Bobby’s amazing food AND their FUN ATMOSPHERE.... ALSO...50/50’s AND a SUMMER VIBES RAFFLE!!! ALLLLL TO SUPPORT THE WRAP-AROUND SERVICES FOR SQUARE ONE COMMUNITY INC. There’s only 100 tickets per sitting...so don’t wait....they will go FAST!!! To get your tickets: E-transfer: communitysquareone@gmail.com

Please put “BOBBYS LUNCH” or BOBBYS SUPPER”. In the message area along with your phone number. Don’t do e-transfers? That’s ok.

Email: communitysquareone@gmail.com and arrangements will be made.

NOTE: Children are welcome at Bobby’s before 8pm.....so make it a FAMILY AFFAIR!

Scottish Country Dancing has resumed at 7 pm on Thursdays @Timothy Eaton’s Centre, 510 Main St. N. No partner required. Ages 8 and up including grandparents. Contact: Val, 306-630-5790

White Heather Youth Pipe Band in Moose Jaw looking for new players ages eight and older. New players will have the opportunity to try out drum sticks on pads and practice chanters with the instructors and will be introduced to some of the children already members of the band. Contact Michelle Carline at <mcarline@hotmail.com>

The Prairie Hearts Quilters Guild is held 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 pm. At Zion church from Sept to May.

The Moose Jaw Stamp Club has resumed meeting the second and fourth Wednesday nights of the month at 7:00pm at the Lindale School staff room. For information call 306-693-5705.

Moose Jaw Parkinsons Support Group meet at 1:30 p.m. on the last Monday of the following months: February, March, April and May. Meetings are held at Hillcrest Apostolic Church, Moose Jaw. Call or text 306 756 2819

Moose Jaw Town N Country Square Dance Assoc. 2025-2026 Program on Monday nights from 7-9 pm at St. Margaret’s School, 449 5Th Ave NE. Dance in square with family and friends. For information contact Valerie Wright at 306.691.0579. Beginners, singles, or doubles welcome!

Nature Moose Jaw will hold their meetings on a oncea-month status to take place on the third Friday of each month

Church of Our Lady Bingo takes place at the Church of Our Lady Community Centre, 566 Vaughan Street on Tuesday evenings. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Bingo begins at 7:00 p.m.

Are you struggling with addictions? Do you know someone who is? Or do you want to learn more about overcoming addiction to help others? Pastor Cory Havanka and his wife Brenda will be offering an in-person, small-group, course that will explore how to overcome addiction that is based on Biblical foundations. For questions - Call or text Cory at 306-684-1464 or email firmfoundationministries.inc@ gmail.com Firm Foundation Ministries provides other services as well: -Bible study - Monday evenings at 630

p.m/Prayer meetings - Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m/ Pastoral counselling. Check Facebook or Instagram for updates on services, events, bible study notes and words from the Lord.

Nar-Anon Meetings every Monday 7—8pm (Moose Jaw Nar-Anon Family Group) is a twelve-step program for relatives and friends affected by someone else’s drug use and is in-person at Moose Jaw Alliance Church, 14 Neslia Place. Come in Main Doors – Meeting Rm 103. Your anonymity and what you say at meetings will be carefully guarded.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Weight Loss Support Group Meets at the Cosmo Senior Citizen’s Centre, 235 – 3rd Ave. N.E. The group meets every Wednesday morning. Weigh ins are 8-8:45 am. Meeting to follow. . scale weighs up to 350 pounds. Join for friendship and support on your weight loss journey. For more information go to www.tops. org

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meetings every Wednesday evening too in the Alliance Church located at the corner of 9th Ave NE and Thatcher Dr. Use the West side entrance and you’ll find us down the hall in room 107. Weigh ins are 6:30-7 followed by a half hour meeting. Scale weighs up to 500lbs. Join us as we support each other on our weight loss journeys. Visit www.tops.org for more information.

The Moose Jaw Public Library is located at 461 Langdon Crescent and can be reached at MooseJawLibrary.ca, by calling 306-692-2787, or by emailing Ask@MJLibrary. ca. Check the library’s Facebook page for updates, as programs may be cancelled or rescheduled.

Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 59 Moose Jaw, 693 Fairford St W. Contact: 306-692-5453

Facebook @ ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION-Branch 59 Moose Jaw

OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Friday 9:30am-4:00pm

LOUNGE HOURS: Sunday 11:00am – 3:00pm (when there’s Curling); Monday 12:00pm – 9:00pm; Tuesday 12:00pm – 5:00pm; Wednesday 12:00pm – 10:00pm; Thursday 10:00am – 10:00pm; Friday 12:00pm – 10:00pm; and Saturday 12:00pm – 6:00pm

VETERANS MORNING COFFEE – Thursday @ 10am

BINGO – Monday @ 6pm – Paper goes on sale @ 5pm

CRIBBAGE – Tuesday @ 1:30pm

LEGION DARTS – Thursday @ 7pm

DROP IN SHUFFLEBOARD – Friday @ 7pm

MEAT DRAW & CHASE THE ACE - Saturday @ 3pmEveryone welcome

LEGION CURLING – Sunday @ 10am @ Temple Gardens

Curling Centre – Always looking for spares.

The main (accessible) door to the lounge and parking lot is located at the rear of the building off 7th Avenue NW Moose Jaw & District Seniors Assoc. Inc. Website –moosejawseniors.ca. For more information Call: 306694-4223 or Email: mjsenior@shaw.ca

The centre is now open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8am – 8pm and Tuesday, Friday 8am – 4pm Fitness Level & Indoor Walking Track open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Tuesday & Friday’s 8am4pm

Wood working area – Monday to Friday 8 am – 4 pm

Timothy Eaton Cafe open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Cinnamon Buns are on Thursday’s. Tuesday is pie day. Everyone is welcomed.

Billiards open daily from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. as well as Monday, Wednesday & Thursday evenings from 4:30 – 8 p.m.

Pickle Ball – Monday Thursday mornings @ 9 a.m./ Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday afternoons @ 1pm.- Monday & Thursday evenings @ 7 pm

Skills & Drills – Tuesday @ 6pm Fitness- Chair/Low Impact Fitness Tuesdays 11:30 & Thursdays @ 1:00 p.m.

Cribbage – Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.

Hand & Foot Card Game for Beginners – Thursday @9:30 am.

Mah Jong – Wednesday @1 p.m. Beginners is Monday @1pm

Tai Chi – 9am every Tuesday

Line Dancing – Wednesday @ 11 a.m.

Art & Crafts – Monday, Tuesdays & Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.

Floor Shuffleboard – Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 1 p.m.

Paper Tole – Tuesdays @ 1 p.m.

Nickle Bingo – Fridays @ 1 p.m.

Quilting – Every Tuesday & Friday 9am to 4pm, Lounge – Friday’s 2 p.m. to 4 p.m./Jam Sessions –Friday’s 9 a.m.

Texas Hold’em - Thursday @ 6:30pm Tuesday Cards – 6:30pm

Floor Curling – Fridays @ 1pm

Bingo – Monday afternoons 1:30pm -3:30pm and Wednesday evenings 6:30pm-8:30pm Darts – Wednesday’s @ 10am

Consignment Area – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 10am-3pm, Wednesdays 10am-12pm Cosmo Centre Activities - cosmoseniorcentre.com; 235 - 3rd Ave NE, (306) 692-6072, cosmo@sasktel.netCosmo Coffee Shoppe - open daily from 9:00a - 3:00p
Lunch Special - $10/person Tuesdays 11:30a
Pie Special$4.50/person Thursdays 10:00a - 3:00p
Fitness Room8:15a - 3:00p
Indoor Walking - various times
Pickleballvarious times
Beginner Line Dance - Monday 10:45a
Floor Shuffleboard - Monday & Wednesday 1:00p
Weekly Dance - Tuesdays 9:30a
Fitness Class - Wednesday 10:45a
Line Dance - Thursday 10:00a
Canasta - Thursday 1:30p
Euchre - Thursday 10:30a
Cornhole - Friday 10:45a
Crib - Friday 1:00p April 18, Len Gadica - Social Dance 7pm - 10pm Moose Jaw ANAVETS: Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans Unit #252 – 279 High St. W, Moose Jaw. 306.692.4412 or anaf252@sasktel.net

• Every Monday and Tuesday 1 – 6:30 pm • Wednesday 12 – 6:30 pm/Smear starts at 12:30 pm

• Thursday 12 – 6:30 pm/Crib starts at 1:30 pm. Bring a friend or sign up for spare

• Friday 1 – 10:00 pm/Shuffleboard starts at 1 pm. Bring a friend and join in!/Pool and darts start at 7 pm.

• Saturday 1 – 6:30 pm/Drop in pool in afternoon. Meat draws start at 4:30 pm - 10 draws, 4 free draws, drink tickets, gift card, 50/50. Everyone Welcome! FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES #3395

EVERY THURSDAY: Ladies Auxiliary “Meat Draw” –ticket sales start at 5:30 pm, draws start at 6:00 pm – Meat Draw, 50/50, “Chase the Ace”. Everyone welcome – nonmembers just make sure that you have “signed in” as a guest in order to participate.

EVERY SUNDAY: Aerie “Meat Draw” – ticket sales start at 2:30 pm – Meat Draw, 50/50, Mystery Draw, “Chase the Ace”. Everyone welcome – non-members just make sure that you have “signed in” as a guest in order to participate. MONDAY THRU SATURDAY – DROP IN POOL – 1:00 pm to 1:30 start time. Singles and Doubles. EVERY MONDAY EVENING – DROP IN CRIBBAGE –Registration 6:00 t 6:30 pm – play starts 7:00 pm – bring a partner - $2.00 each to play. September thru to April. EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING – DROP IN DARTS –Draw for Partners, Play starts at 7:00 pm - $2.00 per person. September thru to April. EVERY THURSDAY EVENING – DROP IN SHUFFLEBOARD – Draw for Teams - Play starts at 7:00 pm - $2.00 per person.

FIRST AND THIRD SUNDAY – Aerie meeting – 11:30 am

FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY – Ladies Auxiliary meeting - 7:00 pm

SATURDAY, APRIL 25 - CABARET Eagles Club HallMusic by Stray Dogs - Advance Tickets available at the Eagles Club bar - $20.00 - $25.00 at the door. Doors open at 7:30, Music starts at 8:30.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27 - EAGLES LOT PARTY!!!! Bands, Dancing, Bar, Food….watch for upcoming posts for more details.

SUNDAY, JUNE 28 - EAGLES LOT FUN DAY …. Pancake Breakfast, Games…..watch for upcoming posts for more details.

Western Development Museum; 50 Diefenbaker Drive, Moose Jaw. For more information, visit the museum’s website at WDM.ca/Moose-Jaw. Call 306-693-5989 or email ajones@wdm.ca.

Seek and Find

The museum regularly holds Seek and Find events to encourage interactive learning. The program includes an activity sheet, and visitors search the galleries for clues on interpretive signs or display cases. Check the museum’s website for updates.

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Moose Jaw Transplant Trot opens registration,

Registration is now open for the ninth annual Moose Jaw Transplant Trot, with organizers encouraging residents to sign up early and support what is expected to be Saskatchewan’s only event of its kind within the national program this year.

The annual run and walk, set for Sunday, May 24 at Sunningdale Elementary School, is part of a Canadawide initiative organized under the Canadian Transplant Association. Local organizer Bev Harrower said Moose Jaw will likely be the province’s sole host community in 2026.

“It’s really quite something — Regina and Saskatoon aren’t taking part this year, so Moose Jaw will be representing all of Saskatchewan. I truly believe we need to do more to raise awareness,” Harrower said.

Upcoming fundraiser

To support awareness and cover costs, organizers are hosting a key fundraiser ahead of the trot.

“We’re holding the fundraiser at The Crushed Can on May 7, from 4 to 8 p.m.,” Harrower said.

The fundraiser, taking place at The Crushed Can Rec Room and Bar at 82 Manitoba Street West, will feature a ribs and Caesar meal along with a penny parade and 50-50 draw. Organizers are currently seeking donations for door prizes and auction items.

Harrower said tickets and more information are available by calling her

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at 306-630-8991.

Trot details

The Transplant Trot is designed to celebrate life after transplant, raise awareness of organ and tissue donation, and encourage more Canadians to register as donors. In Moose Jaw, the event has grown steadily over the years, drawing participants of all ages to take part in either a three-kilometre fun run or a five-kilometre walk or run.

This year’s event will follow a familiar format, with speeches beginning at 9:45 a.m. before participants set out on their routes at 10 a.m.

Harrower said building awareness remains a key goal, particularly given

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the deeply personal stories that continue to shape the trot.

“It’s a powerful event because everyone involved is connected in some way — whether through receiving a transplant, donating, or supporting a loved one,” she said.

The Moose Jaw Transplant Trot is organized by a group of local volunteers, many of whom have direct connections to organ donation and transplant experiences. Their efforts are part of a broader national movement aimed at increasing awareness and ultimately saving lives through donor registration.

With just over a month until race day, community support — whether through registration, attending the fun-

Optimist Easter Project

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The Friendly City Optimist Club did their annual decorating of Easter bags with candy and miscellaneous items for the children at the Transition House. Helping to put a smile on a child’s face is very rewarding, and that’s what an Optimist does.

Pictured: (l - r) Wendy Rollie (Chairperson of Project); Joanne Johnson (Shelter Manager); Ghislaine Rensby (Club President); Lynann Pethick (Optimist Member)

draiser, or helping spread the word — will be key to the event’s success.

“We appreciate any help that you are able to give to make this fundraiser a success that will help raise awareness for transplants and organ donation,” said Roxanne Gadd, the event co-ordinator.

Participants can register online at MJTransplantTrot.ca, with entry fees set at $45 for adults, $20 for youth aged six to 12, and free for children five and under, as well as living donors and transplant recipients. For more information, contact Harrower at 306-6308991.

Sunningdale Elementary School is located at 530 Wood Lily Drive.

April events at the Western Development Museum offer something for all ages

With spring underway, Moose Jaw’s Western Development Museum (WDM) is inviting guests of all ages to explore history through a range of upcoming programs and events this April.

Upcoming events

• Moving the Prairies: A Journey Through Saskatchewan’s Mass Transportation History: This evening presentation on April 18 at the WDM explores the evolution of mass transportation across Saskatchewan, from early steam locomotives to modern travel. The program includes access to museum galleries, refreshments, and a chance to step aboard a historic Saskatchewan Transportation Company bus. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with advance tickets encouraged.

• BMO Day: The WDM will offer free admission at all four locations on April 25, thanks to the Bank of Montreal (BMO). Visitors can explore a range of exhibits, including transportation in Moose Jaw, Boomtown in Saskatoon, the Heritage Farm in North Battleford, and immigration stories in Yorkton. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at all locations.

• Adopt-a-Bench program: The museum’s Adopt-aBench program is now open, with a limited number of benches available at all four WDM locations: Moose Jaw, North Battleford, Saskatoon, and Yorkton. For a $3,500 donation, supporters can dedicate a bench for 10 years with a personalized plaque featuring a name or special message, subject to approval. Each gift includes a charitable tax receipt and recognition on donor walls at all WDM locations. Proceeds support the museum’s ongoing work to preserve and share Saskatchewan’s stories. For more information, contact Ajibike Ogele, the WDM’s fundraising specialist, at 1-306-934-1400 or by email at Fundraising@WDM.ca.

Seek and Find

The museum regularly holds Seek and Find events to encourage interactive learning. The program includes an activity sheet and visitors are invited to search the galleries for clues on interpretive signs or display cases. Check the museum’s website for updates.

• Easter basket Seek and Find: Search the museum galleries for Easter baskets and record the artifact found at each location, with all completed forms entered for a chance to win a prize. This event runs until April 30.

Courses and workshops

The museum offers seasonal educational courses that teach skills ranging from blacksmithing to steam traction engine operations, with certificates typically awarded upon completion.

• Steam Traction Engine Operation course: Registration for new intakes is now closed for the

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rented by care homes and other organizations for two weeks at a cost of $75, with an additional $25 fee for a one-week extension. Visit WDM.ca/Reminiscence to book a kit.

Teacher resources

Teachers can access a variety of resources, including information packages and field trip arrangements at the WDM. Visit WDM.ca/Moose-Jaw/Learn/ForTeachers for more information.

• Educational programs: The WDM features several educational opportunities open for booking this school year, including dozens of in-person programs ideal for field trips, as well as virtual learning options. For more information, visit WDM.ca.

History album

The museum’s history album tells Saskatchewan’s story through the experiences of families, small towns, and community organizations across the province. To view the album, visit SaskHistory.ca.

Birthday parties

The museum may just be the perfect venue for your child’s upcoming birthday party. Children ages five to eight can enjoy a two-hour transportation-themed party with up to seven friends included in the $200 fee. You can book by calling the museum at 306-693-5989.

Volunteering

nine-day Steam Traction Engine Operation course. For those already registered, sessions are being held in Yorkton (April 10 to 12, 17 to 19, and 24 to 25) and North Battleford (July 10 to 12, 17 to 19, and 24 to 25), with exams scheduled in Moose Jaw on May 2 to 3 and July 28 to 29.

K+S Short Line 101

To demonstrate the raw power of steam energy, the WDM showcases its fully operational K+S Potash Canada Short Line 101 steam train each summer, and guests can catch a ride on a working piece of Saskatchewan’s history. Operating since 1978, this is Saskatchewan’s only operational steam locomotive.

• Upcoming train schedule: The Short Line 101 is in its off-season. Look for further announcements as the train resumes operations in late spring or early summer.

Reminiscence Kits

The museum’s Reminiscence Kits are meant to bring generations together and ignite new friendships through the sharing of memories. These kits, containing everyday artifacts from the 1950s to the 1970s, can be

The WDM is always looking for volunteers to help make programming, summer events, and numerous specialized roles at the museum possible. During regular volunteer intakes, the museum’s volunteer co-ordinator will give a facility tour, review safety protocols, and match opportunities to volunteers’ skills and interests.

• Next volunteer orientations: Call 306-693-5989 for more information.

New membership discounts available: The WDM now offers a 10 per cent discount on memberships for Indigenous patrons, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit, as part of its ongoing reconciliation efforts. A 10 per cent discount is also available to veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, CF One members, Canadian Forces Snowbirds pilots, and those currently serving in law enforcement or emergency services.

The WDM is the largest human history museum in Saskatchewan and features a collection of over 75,000 artifacts across four locations. The Moose Jaw branch specializes in the history of transportation.

The museum is currently open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit WDM.ca or reach out to the museum’s program and volunteer co-ordinator Erika Warkentin at 306-693-5989.

The Western Development Museum in Moose Jaw is located at 50 Diefenbaker Drive.