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McCargars Half Section (SK026935)

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MOOSE JAW’S HOMEGROWN NEWSPAPER

Families looking for something to do on Family Day will have an opportunity to take part in a free, cat-themed community event when the Band City Stray Cat Rescue and Protection Society (SCRAPS) hosts an activity day at the Town ’N’ Country Mall on Monday, Feb. 16.

The come-and-go event will run from noon to 4 p.m. throughout the mall and is being organized and staffed by SCRAPS volunteers, with the mall assisting as host. While admission is free, optional donations of cat food, treats, or monetary contributions will be accepted.

Tara Shurnaik, SCRAPS’ head fund raising co-ordinator, said the afternoon is designed to raise awareness about the local cat rescue while offering hands-on activities for family members of all ages.

“The event is intended to raise awareness about who we are and what we do,” she said.

Activities will be spread across multiple stations throughout the mall, offering a mix of crafts, games, and hands-on learning. Planned activities include cookie decorating, a scavenger hunt, a photo booth, colouring and “draw your perfect pet” stations, temporary tattoos, cat-toy making, button and card making, and educational games focused on pet care and common cat myths.

“We’re going to have SCRAPS volunteers at some of the booths offer-

wanted to make sure people can still take part and be eligible even if they don’t have time to do everything.”

The mall will also contribute a pi?ata pull scheduled for 1:30 p.m. and again at 3 p.m. At the end of the day, completed passports will be entered into a draw for a family-themed prize basket made up of donated items from local businesses and organizations.

While adoptable cats will not be present at the event, SCRAPS will still provide information about cats currently available for adoption. Organizers chose not to bring animals on site due to concerns about stress in a busy mall environment, particularly for kittens.

ing information about the organization,” Shurnaik said. “We’ll also have handouts on how to be a good pet owner, including what foods and plants are safe for pets and what aren’t — things people don’t always know about.”

Participants will receive a passport card to guide them through the activities, with families earning a goodie bag by completing part or all of the passport, depending on how much time they have.

“Some families might only have half an hour to spare, while others may have an hour and a half,” Shurnaik said. “We

Shurnaik said the event is the first of its kind for SCRAPS and is intended to help the organization set itself apart from other shelter or rescue organizations and connect with new audiences.

“We’re hosting a free event to build a stronger presence in the community and reach new people,” she said. “Come spend part of your Family Day afternoon with SCRAPS, meet our volunteers, do some fun activities, and learn what we’re all about.”

SCRAPS Moose Jaw maintains a permanent space at the mall in the “9 Lives Boutique,” located next to the Comic Book Guy Pop Culture Shop. For more information, visit ScrapsMooseJaw.com.

Ruston named Chamber’s 2025 Citizen of the Year

Aaron Ruston has been named the Moose Jaw and District Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Citizen of the Year, receiving the honour during the first intermission of the Moose Jaw Warriors’ home game against the Prince Albert Raiders on Jan. 27 at the Temple Gardens Centre.

The Citizen of the Year Award was presented alongside the Chamber’s Group of the Year Award, which was awarded to Moose Jaw Search and Rescue.

Ruston said the recognition was both humbling and meaningful. “It just seemed a bit surreal at the time, because you never think about these things,” he said. “I truly feel honoured.”

He said being named alongside other nominees added to the significance of the moment. “To see all the people who were nominated — they are all just amazing people that do incredible things, so just to be (named) with them was pretty neat,” Ruston said. “In the midst of people who do so much, to actually win it, I feel honoured and blown away, that’s for sure.”

Ruston said the award reflected years of involvement across multiple community efforts rather than any one defining project.

“I guess it comes down to my involvement in various charities around the city and sitting on a number of boards,” he said.

Among those commitments, Ruston currently serves on the Tourism Moose Jaw board of directors for 2026 and is involved with the local Shrine Club. He played a leading role in the Midwest Shriners Convention held in 2025, not-

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ing that last summer’s Shriners event was among the more publicly visible efforts and involved “over two years of preparation.”

Still, he was quick to emphasize the collective nature of that work.

“I (always) have a great team (to work with),” Ruston said. “It was a cumulative thing overall.”

Ruston said his commitment to community service is rooted in the values he learned growing up, particularly from his mother, whose life experiences

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shaped a lasting philosophy of gratitude.

“I grew up in a household where my mom’s philosophy in life was ‘always be thankful,’” he said, noting that her handwritten memoirs repeatedly returned to that theme. After moving to Moose Jaw in 2000, Ruston said the city embraced his family and business, reinforcing his belief that residents have a responsibility to give back. “We’re very blessed here in this city,” he said. “I believe we all have an obligation to give back and make a difference in other people’s lives.”

Ruston said community service does not always need to take the form of large initiatives or formal volunteer roles, noting that meaningful impact often comes from small, everyday actions. “It’s not always the big things,” he said. “It’s (about) the little things — even a smile or saying ‘good morning’ to somebody and really meaning it.”

In closing, Ruston thanked event organizers and encouraged community involvement.

“I would like to thank the Moose Jaw Chamber of Commerce, CAE, Golden West Radio, CHAB, and all the people who had a part in putting on this event,” Ruston said. “Moose Jaw is such a city of giving. My prayer is that we would continue to do that at even greater levels, because we are blessed beyond our wildest imagination here.”

The Citizen and Group of the Year awards are a long-standing tradition in Moose Jaw, recognizing individuals and organizations whose volunteerism, leadership, and community service have contributed to the city’s social and civic life.

Citizen of the Year nominees included Gayland Panko, Marcie Carswell, Mary Ellen Willis, Siddharth Reshamwala, Stella Richards, and Ruston, while Group of the Year nominees included the 2025 BKT World Curling Championship Volunteer Committee, Hope Ministries, Moose Jaw Search and Rescue, Seniors Centre Without Walls, and Square One Community Inc.

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Moose Jaw Search and Rescue named Chamber’s 2025 Group of the Year

Moose Jaw Search and Rescue (MJSAR) has been named the Moose Jaw and District Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Group of the Year, with the award presented during the first intermission of the Moose Jaw Warriors’ home game against the Prince Albert Raiders on Jan. 27 at the Temple Gardens Centre.

MJSAR president Sonny Brett said the nomination was a meaningful honour.

“My thought was that it was pretty amazing, especially considering the groups that were nominated alongside us were such phenomenal organizations doing amazing work in Moose Jaw,” Brett said. “Just being nominated was pretty great, and then to win it was even better.”

Brett emphasized that the recognition belongs to the volunteers who make up the organization, rather than any one individual.

“It’s not me — it’s the members of MJSAR who won this award,” he said. “It’s due to their dedication and hard work in helping the community, being there when something happens, putting in the training and time to learn the skills and apply those skills when we get called out, and looking for opportunities to help through volunteering.”

MJSAR operates as a volunteerbased emergency service, with a focus on responding to missing-person cases at the request of police agencies.

“Our primary role is to respond to missing people,” Brett said. “If the Moose Jaw Police Service has a missing person and needs additional trained people, they call us in.”

While Moose Jaw remains the group’s primary service area, Brett said

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volunteers, Brett said, with roughly half participating consistently in training, callouts, and community events. The organization offers flexibility for members who also hold full-time jobs and other obligations.

“We tell our new members this is a thankless job — don’t expect big pats on the back, because recognition comes very few and far between,” Brett said. “That’s not why we do the job. When we get that call at three o’clock in the morning, whether it’s raining out or the weather isn’t great, we head out to help look for that missing person.”

Brett said the award was meaningful for the entire team.

“To get awards like this — even the nomination alone — is phenomenal,” he said. “We’re grateful to everyone who

the team can be deployed elsewhere when needed. In addition to search operations, the organization now serves as part of Canada’s humanitarian workforce, allowing members to assist with disaster response and preparedness.

“We can go pretty much anywhere in Canada if we are needed,” he said, noting that two members assisted earlier in 2025 during a search in Alberta’s Crowsnest Pass and that others went north during fire season to help a community prepare in the event a fire reached the area.

Preventative education is another key component of the group’s work. Brett said members regularly partner with AdventureSmart Canada to deliver safety programming to youth.

“We go into schools and other youth organizations and teach them what to do in the event they go missing,” he said, referencing programs such as Hug-ATree that are taught nationally.

On paper, MJSAR has about 50

Editor’s Note

JOAN RITCHIEMoose Jaw Express EDITOR

I am going to share a story that was sent to me but found on the internet. The story claims to be true but nonetheless, has great meaning.

“My name’s Walter. I’m the night custodian at Lincoln Middle School. Been mopping these halls for 11 years. Most folks don’t even know my name. I’m just ‘the janitor guy’ who empties trash and fixes broken lockers.

But I notice things.

Like locker 247. Every morning, I’d find food wrappers stuffed in the vents—candy bars, chip bags, cracker boxes. At first, I thought it was just messy kids. Then I realized someone was hiding food.

One night, I stayed late. Around 8 p.m., I heard the side door creak. A girl, maybe 13, sneaked in with a backpack. Went straight to locker 247, stuffed it with grocery bags, then left quickly.

Next morning, the food was gone.

I didn’t report it. Instead, I watched. For two weeks, same pattern. She’d stock it at night. By morning, empty.

Finally, I left a note in the locker:

‘You’re not in trouble. I just want to help. — Walter, the custodian’

Next night, she came to my supply closet, terrified.

“Please don’t tell anyone,” she begged. Her name was Sarah. She’d been sneaking food to three younger kids—brothers whose dad worked double shifts and forgot to buy groceries.

“They’re too embarrassed to ask anyone,” she whispered. “So, I use my lunch money and… borrow from my mom’s pantry.”

My heart shattered.

“What if,” I said slowly, “locker 247 just… had food in it? And nobody asked questions?”

Her eyes went wide.

I started small. Spent $30 of my paycheck on peanut butter, bread, juice boxes. Left it in the locker overnight. By morning, gone. So I added more—granola bars, apples, crackers.

Then something unexpected happened. I found money taped inside the locker door.

$5 and a note: ‘I’m a teacher. I know what you’re doing. Here’s for more food.’

Then $20 from someone else.

‘My kid graduated from Lincoln. This school saved him. Keep going.’

Within a month, other staff knew. The nurse donated. The librarian brought canned soup. The gym teacher left his Costco card.

“Buy in bulk,” he said. “I’ll cover it.”

Locker 247 became legendary—but quiet. No announcements. No assemblies. Just… there. A place where hungry kids could take what they needed without shame.

Sarah graduated last year. Came back to see me

during finals week.

“Walter, I’m studying social work now,” she said. “Because of you. You taught me something. Hunger hides in plain sight. But so does kindness.”

She handed me a photo. Locker 247—but at a different school. Across town.

“My college volunteer project,” she smiled. “We’re putting them everywhere.”

I cried in my supply closet that night. Sixty-nine years old, crying over a locker.

Now? Seventeen schools in our county have them. They call it The 247 Project.

Stock the locker. Ask no questions. Feed the invisible kids.

I’m just a janitor. I mop floors and unclog toilets. But I learned this:

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is notice.

And then quietly make space for dignity.

So look around—at school, work, your neighborhood. Someone’s hiding their hunger. Their struggle. Their shame.

Leave something behind.

Food. Money. Hope.

Locker 247 isn’t just metal and paint.”

It’s proof that caring doesn’t need permission. Just action.”

My takeaway: Miracles can happen as long as people care and do something. Hope is the beginning and mixed with faith and action, problems can be solved no matter how hopeless they seem.

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Moose Jaw city council received an update on the Youth Advisory Committee during its Jan. 27 regular meeting, including plans for a mock council session and recent discussions around youth employment.

Council was told the committee is planning a mock city council meeting on March 4, continuing a hands-on initiative that allows local students to

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learn how municipal decision-making works through simulated debate and voting inside council chambers.

The update also noted the committee recently heard from representatives of the Moose Jaw and District Chamber of Commerce, who raised concerns related to youth unemployment.

In addition, the Youth Advisory Committee is

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exploring a future tour and potential collaboration aimed at promoting HOMEBASE Moose Jaw programs to youth, though no date has yet been confirmed.

The current Youth Advisory Committee was appointed by council in September 2025 and includes student representatives from local high schools and Saskatchewan Polytechnic, along with a member of city council. The committee’s mandate includes improving communication between youth and city council, encouraging civic engagement, and providing youth perspectives on local issues.

The Youth Advisory Committee is administered by the City of Moose Jaw, with support from the city clerk’s office and oversight from city council.

City council voted unanimously to receive and adopt the committee’s Jan. 7 meeting minutes during the Jan. 27 regular council meeting.

Students interested in serving on the Youth Advisory Committee typically apply through their school’s administration when recruitment opens.

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First responder collaboration fuels second annual hygiene drive

Following the conclusion of Moose Jaw’s second annual First Responders Hygiene Drive earlier this month, participating agencies reflected on the collective effort that delivered hundreds of personal care items to local youth in need.

The Moose Jaw Police Service (MJPS), one of the participating agencies, said the overall response mirrored last year’s inaugural campaign, highlighting steady community support and strong inter-agency collaboration.

“At this time, we don’t have an exact number of items that were collected, but we can say that there were hundreds of donated hygiene products by Moose Jaw community members,” the MJPS stated in a written response on Jan. 26. “Moose Jaw stepped up once again to help youth within our community.”

The citywide drive ran from Dec. 8, 2025, to Jan. 15, and was a joint initiative in-

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volving the MJPS, Moose Jaw Fire Department, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Medavie Health Services West, and the Saskatchewan Conservation Officer Service. Unopened hygiene items were collected at multiple first responder locations across the city.

“After examining all the donated products, we are happy to say that we received approximately the same amount of hygiene items that we did in the inaugural Hygiene Drive,” the MJPS said.

Items collected through the campaign have largely been distributed.

“The items will be distributed to both the Prairie South and Holy Trinity Catholic

School Divisions, and to other local organizations for youth who have been identified as in need of personal hygiene products,” the MJPS said. “Moose Jaw’s youth will 100 per cent benefit the most from this initiative.”

The drive was launched in response to concerns identified through ongoing school and community outreach efforts, which highlighted gaps in access to basic personal care products.

“Through the work that our Community and Strategic Services Unit does with all schools in Moose Jaw, it was identified to them that a lot of youth don’t have access to basic personal care products,” the MJPS said. “This initiative bridges that gap and assists those youth in getting the personal care products they need.”

While a friendly rivalry emerged between agencies, organizers said the shared purpose remained clear throughout the campaign.

“There was a little bit of a friendly competition between the first responder agencies, but at the end of the day, it’s all about the community coming together to help one another,” the MJPS said, adding that schools and partner organizations receiving supplies have expressed appreciation for the support.

“The whole initiative was one amazing moment,” the police service added. “Great things can happen when the community comes together for one common goal.”

Residents who missed the drive can support local youth by donating unopened personal care items to the Moose Jaw Multicultural Council by calling 306-693-4677. Donations will be used to assemble welcome packages for newcomers in the community.

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On-line survey prizes must be lost in the mail

One day a few years ago when I didn’t have much scheduled to keep me busy, I signed up to take regular on-line surveys, with no less than three on-line survey providers.

The topics varied from what meals we ate away from home, why we did it, with whom, and how much we paid. The quality of the food, the style of cuisine, the beverages offered, and the character of the establishment in addition to the satisfaction with the service did not escape the survey’s content.

In other surveys my opinion was asked about financial services, the best choice in automobiles, whether someone in the family had specific medical conditions, what over-the-counter medicine were popular in our house, which health club we used or don’t use and what grocery items found their way into our

shopping carts.

I refused to answer many personal questions and as a result, was often told I didn’t qualify for this survey. But there was always a chance to participate in another survey.

The rewards were points with which I could bid on certain items offered as prizes as a thank you for participating. The only prize I managed to successfully receive was two $5 coupons for a beverage at a popular coffee provider.

With that record, it was hardly worth my time to take the surveys but I persisted, especially with one survey group. Even if my opinions didn’t matter and I was told so, I had a chance to test my knowledge of how Canadian men and women responded to certain questions. My proximity to the correct answers provided more of those oppor-

SNAPSHOT: Fresh threads for festival season

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SNAPSHOT: The Moose Jaw Band and Choral Festival has unveiled its official 2026 festival T-shirt, giving music lovers an early look at this year’s design. The shirts will be available for purchase on-site at the Crescent Park amphitheatre during “Moosic in the Park” on Tuesday, May 12, and Wednesday, May 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Each shirt is priced at $20. More details will follow with the grand opening of the festival’s online store on a date to be announced. For more information, visit MJBandAndChoral.org. Photo by: Moose Jaw Band and Choral Festival

tunities to win kitchen appliances and other gadgets.

Question: How many Canadian men surveyed said they knowingly ate insects:

I said 15 per cent. True answer: 19 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian women use disposable razors?

I said 77 per cent. True answer: 58 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian women have had a pie in the face?

I said 12 per cent. True answer: 6 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian women said they are on a diet?

I said 62 per cent. True answer: 23 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian men take the stairs instead of elevators?

I said 71 per cent. True answer: 56 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian women have suffered a heart attack?

I said 25 per cent. True answer: 68 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian women said there is a video of them online?

I said 21 per cent. True answer: 11 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian women know how to macarena?

I said: 21 per cent. True answer: 52 per

cent.

Question: How many Canadian men have been on a blind date?

I said 50 per cent. True answer: 36 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian men help in the kitchen?

I said 40 per cent. True answer: 41 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian women consider themselves risk takers?

I said 22 per cent. True answer: 29 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian women have sewn an article of clothing?

I said 86 per cent. True answer: 89 per cent.

Question: How many Canadian men have less than three pairs of shoes?

I said 11 per cent. True answer: 21 per cent.

After answering all those questions, I only earned a miniscule number of points. After all the years that have passed, I still await notification of prizes coming my way. I suspect those companies are no longer in business, thus no receipt of anticipated rewards. Meanwhile I am still wondering why any man would knowingly eat insects and why do so many women know how to macarena? No prizes involved. Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@ sasktel.net

Beat the winter chill with February programming at the WDM

As February unfolds, the Western Development Museum (WDM) in Moose Jaw is inviting families to beat the winter chill by stepping back in time, with a Community Heritage Day, hands-on workshops, and interactive demonstrations taking place during the February break. From gallery-based Seek and Find activities to special events, the museum is offering engaging, history-filled experiences designed for guests of all ages.

Upcoming events

• Community Heritage Day: Guests are invited to the museum to celebrate the history of Moose Jaw and Saskatchewan at the upcoming Community Heritage Day, set for Feb. 21 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the WDM. The event will feature historical information, heritage demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. Regular museum admission applies and there is no charge to take part in the activities in the lobby area and Sask Hall. The event is sponsored by the Saskatchewan Festival of Words, Moose Jaw Public Library, Prairie Hearts Quilters’ Guild, New Southern Plains Métis Local No. 160, and the Association communautaire fransaskoise de Moose Jaw

• Treaty Timeline: The treaty timeline exhibit has now moved from Moose Jaw to the North Battleford branch of the WDM and will remain on view until April 10.

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.

• Porter caps Seek and Find: In recognition of African Canadian Black History Month, the WDM is offering a self-guided Seek and Find activity to highlight the history of sleeping car porters in Saskatchewan. Visitors can search the galleries for images of porter caps while learning about the important role Black railway porters played from the 1880s to the 1960s. This Seek and Find event will run until Feb. 28.

Courses and workshops

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Francophone history is one of several cultural and historical areas being explored through the museum’s February programming. Photo by: WDM Moose Jaw (Moose Jaw, SK, Canada)/Facebook

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

• Upcoming courses: Contact the museum’s program and volunteer coordinator at 306-693-5989 for more information.

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 has officially concluded its season. Look for further announcements as the train resumes operations in late spring or early summer 2026.

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 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 your kit.

Teacher resources

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

information.

• Educational programs: The WDM features several educational opportunities open for booking this school year, including dozens of inperson programs that make an ideal field trip and 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

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: Contact

the museum’s program and volunteer co-ordinator at 306-693-5989 for more information.

New membership discounts available: The WDM now offers 10 per cent off 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 Tuesdays to Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with closures on statutory holidays until Easter, including Family Day on Feb. 16. The museum will be closed on Mondays until summer hours resume in March. For more information, visit the newly revised website at WDM.ca or reach out to the museum’s program and volunteer co-ordinator at 306-693-5989.

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

SNAPSHOT: Warp VR moves closer to launch

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SNAPSHOT: Renovations are steadily progressing at Warp VR’s future home at 57 High Street West, offering a fresh look at what’s coming when the new entertainment venue opens this February. The downtown space will feature freeroam virtual reality arenas alongside a large interactive gaming and sports wall designed for hands-on play across all ages. Owners Heidi Tiller and Justin Johnson continue to share behind-the-scenes updates as key equipment arrives and final renovation work begins, building anticipation for a launch that will bring immersive gameplay, group experiences, and a new dose of high-energy fun to Moose Jaw’s downtown. Residents can connect through Facebook at “WARP VR Entertainment Centre” or by email at ContactUs@WarpVRCenter.com. Photo by: WARP VR Entertainment Center/Facebook

Moose Jaw Film Festival aims to spotlight local talent, rekindle provincial film momentum

Moose Jaw will take centre stage for Saskatchewan’s film community later this month when the inaugural Moose Jaw Film Festival brings a province-wide celebration of locally made film, television, and new media to the historic Mae Wilson Theatre.

Set for Saturday, Feb. 28, the oneday festival will include daytime screenings and professional development sessions from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., followed by an evening awards ceremony from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Festival organizers, including Nick Lamb, Timothy Lenko, Karla Weber, and Jeremy Ratzlaff, are positioning the event as both a cultural draw for the city and a long-overdue showcase for the province’s independent film industry.

“This event is for Saskatchewan as a whole, as much as it is for Moose Jaw,” said festival organizer and Moose Jawbased cinematographer Jeremy Ratzlaff. “We’re able to offer something to the province of Saskatchewan that has been

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desired by a lot of people, and we’re filling a niche.”

Unlike international festivals that draw submissions from around the world, the Moose Jaw Film Festival is focused exclusively on Saskatchewan-made work, with eligibility limited to projects completed and released in the province after February 2024.

Ratzlaff said that distinction is intentional, reflecting both a gap in the current festival landscape and renewed momentum within the industry.

“This is … something that we haven’t had for a long time,” he said. “There used to be more of a film industry here … and then the industry took a downturn about 15 years ago, and a lot of people moved away.”

Ratzlaff said the loss of Saskatchewan’s film tax credit during that period played a major role in slowing production, while other provinces continued to invest in screen industries. In recent

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years, he said interest in filming in Saskatchewan has rebounded, aided by Creative Saskatchewan funding and growing attention from out-of-province producers.

“There are people who are actively wanting to shoot here,” he said. “Eventually the financing is going to line up, and those producers will make it work, and we’re going to see movies (made) here.”

That potential helped position Moose Jaw as the festival’s home, anchored by the restored Mae Wilson Theatre and the city’s appeal to visitors from across the province.

“People from Saskatoon get more excited about coming to Moose Jaw than they do about going to Regina, and people from Regina obviously would rather come to Moose Jaw than go up to Saskatoon,” he said. “So in that way, we can be a really good, fun centre point for the filmmaking industry across the province.”

The festival has already attracted strong interest from filmmakers, with more than 70 submissions received to

date, representing roughly 25 hours of Saskatchewan-made content created over the past two years. Selected works will be screened throughout the day, while juried awards will recognize excellence across multiple categories, including feature films, documentaries, music videos, commercials, and student productions.

Ratzlaff said the festival is designed not only for industry professionals but also for the public.

“Our screenings are open to the general public,” he said. “I think we’re screening some really interesting work that people are going to want to see.”

The festival will shine a spotlight on locally connected filmmakers making waves beyond the city, including Peter Kolopenuk, an award-winning director and screenwriter raised in Moose Jaw whose work has earned national attention.

Ultimately, Ratzlaff said the festival represents what could be returning to Moose Jaw.

“Anyone who remembers when there used to be movies and a bigger film industry in Moose Jaw and Saskatchewan as a whole, and is excited about that, that’s what this festival represents.”

All festival programming will take place at the Mae Wilson Theatre, located at 217 Main Street North. Ticket options include a full day pass with awards show for $25, or individual passes for $15, available through the Moose Jaw Centre for Arts & Culture’s ticketing service at MooseJawCulture.ca.

For more information, including a full schedule, visit MooseJawFilmFestival.com.

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Growing Microgreens

Winter is a great time to get busy growing inside! It helps to ease the chilly winter weather and it graces your table with local food that is extremely nutritious. What a wonderful thing!

Two of the easiest things to grow that are edible are sprouts and microgreens. There is a difference between growing sprouts and growing microgreens although growing either is relatively easy. Both sprouts and microgreens are crunchy, flavourful and packed with nutrition and are great to use in salads, sandwiches or as an exotic garnish. If you are growing sprouts, then you need no lights or other equipment. Successful sprout harvesting is com-

pleted by repeatedly rinsing and draining the seeds in a jar or other vessel. The seed, and the growing roots and shoots are consumed. Growing microgreens requires more specialized equipment and only the shoot is consumed.

Growing microgreens is a fast, simple indoor process that utilizes shallow trays, growing medium or growing mat, seeds and a bright source of light. A general time frame is one to three weeks from seeding to harvest. Microgreens are harvested above the soil or grow mat and offer a larger range of flavours and colours due to their longer grow time. Microgreens are generally higher in chlorophyll and other phytonutrients than sprouts and also offer a higher quantity of vitamins, enzymes, fatty and amino acids. They are a nutritious powerhouse.

To grow microgreens successfully, select a shallow container that has drainage holes in the bottom. Fill it with a few centimetres of sterilized potting soil or alternatively a growing mat. Please note that it is important to keep all aspects of production clean to prevent the introduction of pathogens and mould. The size of the seed directs the seeding process and

also dictates if it is necessary to soak the seed prior to sowing. If you are growing arugula or mustard which are very tiny seeds, just sprinkle them on the surface of the soil. If you are growing sunflowers, beets or other large seeds, it is best to soak the seed prior to sowing. When sowing just cover the seed with your media. Water by mister from above or soak from below so the growing space is just moist – not wet. Cover the tray with a lid or plastic wrap and place in a dark place for two to five days (depending on the seed type). Once the seeds have begun to sprout, remove the cover and move underneath your source of light. Check daily and water as needed. Harvest can be anytime after the first true leaves open, but I prefer to let many of the greens grow a little bit more.

There are many sources for the seeds that are suitable but remember that it is best to buy from a reputable source that provides “seed quality” rather than “ food quality” seeds to ensure a goodgar germination rate. My favourite source for seeds to sprout has and will likely always be Mumm’s (https://sprouting. com/) as they are a local business that is totally dedicated to selling a quality product and have superb selection. They are located in Parkside Saskatchewan, and are a great example of a successful rural business. However, you may also purchase sprout seeds in health-food stores, specialty shops and many other mail-order houses and shops.

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From The Kitchen

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A thorough cleaning of cupboards and shopping bags will unearth items purchased to make or bake something for this Christmas past — items that for various reasons were never used.

So gather those items and make this year’s Christmas cake and store in the freezer — to be displayed when company calls around for a Christmas visit.

Don’t allow mixed nuts and cashews to grow rancid, wasting very expensive Christmas treasures. Use them in a casserole.

And just in case Christmas overnight guests are still hanging around, they will hopefully go home nourished by a vegetable salad freshly made from items in the root cellar.

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AFTER CHRISTMAS FRUIT CAKE

1 cup dried apricots

2 cups dark raisins

2 cups golden raisins

1 cup candied cherries, halved

2 cups mixed candied fruit and peel, diced

1 1/2 cups candied pineapple, diced

1 1/4 cups butter

1 1/4 cups liquid honey

6 eggs

2 1/2 cups flour

1 tsp. baking powder

1 1/2 tsps. salt

1 tsp. cinnamon

1/2 tsp. cloves

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Line greased cake

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tins with two thicknesses of greased brown paper and one of greased wax paper.

Cover apricots with boiling water and let stand for five minutes. Drain and cut into small slices. Combine apricots, raisins, cherries, candied fruit and peel and mix thoroughly.

Blend butter and honey then beat in eggs, one at a time.

Sift together flour, baking soda, salt and spices. Blend into batter. Stir in fruits and mix well.

Spoon into prepared pans. Bake in a slow oven for aboout 4 hours. Place a shallow pan of hot water in the oven for duration of baking to keep cake moist.

Remove from oven and cool on wire rack. Carefully turn pans over and gently remove cake from greased papers. Cover with towels and cool completely.

Dampen cheesecloth with rum or brandy and wrap around cakes then wrap in waxed paper and then in foil and let stand in a cool place.

Remove cheesecloth and outer wrappings. Rewrap in waxed paper and then foil and store in freezer until Christmas comes again. For quicker access, cut a cake in half and then slice and wrap individually before freezing. •

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TUNA CASSEROLE

1-6 oz. pkg. chow mein noodles

1 can cream of mushroom soup

1 can mushrooms

3-7 oz. cans solid white tuna

1 cup cashews, chopped into small pieces

2 cups celery, diced

1/4 cup minced onion

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

2 1/4 cups water

Reserve half the noodles.

Mix remaining ingredients and pour into a large greased casserole. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.

Top with remaining noodles and bake for 10 minutes longer. Makes 14-16 servings.

REFRIGERATOR SALAD

3 lbs. cabbage, shredded

2 lbs. carrots, shredded

1 large onion, chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

3/4 cup sugar

1 cup vegetable oil

2 tsps. celery seed

1 tsp. salt

1 cup vinegar

Mix vegetables and sprinkle with 1/2 cup sugar.

Heat, but do not boil, remainder of sugar, oil, celery seed, salt and vinegar.

Pour over vegetable mix. Pack in containers and store in refrigerator. Let stand 24 hours before serving. Salad will keep well for 6 weeks in refrigerator.

Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net

MOOSE JAW POLICE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS NOTES

THE NEXT POLICE BOARD MEETING IS WEDNESDAY, FEB. 18.

Ceremony welcomes two new members to Board of Police Commissioners

A new year means new members have joined the Board of Police Commissioners to help oversee the Moose Jaw Police Service, with the latest group being sworn in during the board’s January meeting.

Returning commissioners Kelly Baxter and Don Hand welcomed newcomers Katherine King and Rebeca Johnstone, while Mayor James Murdock and councillors Jamey Logan and Patrick Boyle returned as city council’s representatives.

Tracy Wittke, the interim board secretary, called the meeting to order and commended the board members for their commitment to helping oversee the agency.

“Thank you for accepting this important role and for your commitment to serving our community through civilian oversight of policing,” she said, while she also thanked the MJPS’s administration for its collaborative efforts and for providing expertise.

“And finally, I welcome members of the public. Your interest and engagement strengthen transparency and accountability in our community,” Wittke added.

Wittke then had each commissioner say his or her oath of office as part of the swearing-in process. Murdock was the first to say his oath, followed by Hand, Baxter, King, Boyle and Johnstone.

The interim board secretary had Logan swear his oath earlier in the day, since he was attending the meeting virtually.

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The oath reads: “I, (name), having been appointed to the Moose Jaw Board of Police Commissioners, do swear that I will faithfully and impartially, to the best of my knowledge and ability, fulfill and perform the duties as a member of the Board of Police Commissioners.

“That I will faithfully observe all requirements of The Police Act, 1990, or any other statute or law and will not ask nor receive any money, service or matter of things whatever, directly or indirectly, in return for what I have done or may do in the discharge of any duties as a member of the Board of Police Commissioners, except such remuneration as maybe allowed me by law or by lawful order.

“That I will not reveal or disclose any confidential police information that may come to my attention, except in the execution of the duties of my office. That I will promote the peace, order, health, safety and welfare of the residents in the City of Moose Jaw.”

Later in the meeting, members voted to reappoint Murdock as the board chairman and Logan as the vice-chairman.

Also during the meeting, constables Evan Schwabe and Heino Izaaks gave a presentation about their role with the forensic identification unit. This unit searches for evidence — such as fingerprints, blood, tire tracks and footprints — and uses those clues to help solve crimes.

Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 690-5965.

MOOSE JAW POLICE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS NOTES

THE NEXT POLICE BOARD MEETING IS WEDNESDAY, FEB. 18.

MJPS expects 2025 budget to finish ‘on track’ despite some overages

The Moose Jaw Police Service was “on track” with its budget for 2025, although by December, it hadn’t received all its provincial funding and was over budget in some areas.

The agency presented an update to Nov. 30 during the Board of Police Commissioners’ January meeting. The organization is usually a month or two behind in presenting updates about its operating budget, mainly — but not always — due to delays in receiving the information from city hall’s finance department.

Chief Robert Davis said the police service’s budget was “on track” and aligning with its financial projections for 2025, but there were some areas that concerned him since they were higher than expected.

Continuing, he referred to the presentation he gave to city council in November 2025, where he discussed how the police service’s finances have been “very lean” over the years in its ability to spend. This is because 85 per cent of

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the budget was dedicated to salaries and 15 per cent was available for other initiatives.

Davis added that how the 2025 budget finished would be similar to past years’ finances, given how tight money was, while the board was “fully aware” of why some budget lines were overexpended.

Commissioner Patrick Boyle inquired about why there was such a large variance in how much money the province promised to give and what it had provided by Nov. 30, 2025, and whether the agency would still receive that funding.

The budget report showed that the police service had budgeted $1,767,700 from the provincial government, but had received $841,961, leaving $925,739 outstanding.

Lisa Renwick, the agency’s finance director, said the organization was still on track to receive the rest of its provincial funding; the government had provided some in January. Also, she ex-

Complete police board agendas to

Residents interested in attending the Board of Police Commissioners’ monthly meetings — or who just want to know what’s going on — will soon be able to read the complete agenda ahead of time.

Typically, the Moose Jaw Police Service uploads to its website the front page of the agenda several days in advance, while it emails that page to reporters. However, there have been no supporting documents with the agenda. Instead, reporters — and the public — receive the full package at the meeting.

During the board’s January meeting, Commissioner Jamey Logan inquired about the meeting packages and wondered if the police service could upload the entire agenda on its web-

pected the other outstanding revenues to arrive over the next six weeks.

Boyle also inquired about expenses for witness fees, since they were over budget by 178.43 per cent — the agency had budgeted $150,000 and had spent $267,650. He wondered if the overage was because of the volume of witnesses the police service had to handle.

Renwick pointed out that the $267,650 included $122,810 from the province’s civil forfeiture fund, which is why that line item appeared to be over budget. She noted that the agency received that revenue after it set its 2025 budget, so she listed that amount as a separate item.

Asked why the Victim Services Unit’s revenues were 215.93 per cent over budget — $94,507 budgeted and $204,066 actual — Deputy Chief Rick Johns said that was because the province provided funding for a second unit co-ordinator and for the new Little Oak Child and Youth Justice Centre.

Other notable expenses that were

now be posted

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site. This would be similar to the City of Moose Jaw, which posts on its website city council’s regular and executive meeting reports — with supporting documents — days in advance.

Uploading the documents online would save the police service money since it wouldn’t have to print the documents for reporters, Logan added. Also, residents could review the documents ahead of time and submit questions to the police board if necessary.

Deputy Chief Rick Johns said he and interim board secretary Tracy Wittke have been discussing this issue and thought it best to bring the subject to the board for discussion. This was important because a new board secretary has joined the policing agency and

over budget included:

• Psychological services: Budgeted $60,000 / Actual $81,565; 135.94 per cent over

• Travel and board expenses: $56,500 / $63,850; 113.01 per cent over

• Subscriptions and publications: $5,000 / $8,276; 165.52 per cent over

• Legal and adjudication: $172,000 / 245,515; 142.74 per cent over

• Rent: $60,000 / 84,911; 141.52 per cent over

• Cleaning contract services: $5,500 / $9,206; 167.38 per cent over

• Labour (Victim Services): $83,000 / $124,619; 150.14 per cent over

• Employee benefits (Victim Services): $7,000 / $30,164; 430.91 per cent over

• Telecommunications (Victim Services): $1,000 / $1,261; 126.1 per cent over

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to MJPS website

because the board is looking for efficiencies.

Johns added that allowing the board to make this decision was also important in case it wanted to streamline the monthly reports or make changes to the website.

Wittke said the police service always works “to promote transparency and accountability to the public” as council does, which is why she spoke with Johns about this and they agreed to seek the board’s input.

Wittke added that, similar to other police boards in Saskatchewan, all future agendas posted to the website would be labelled as draft until they were presented and received at the meetings.

“I think it’s a great idea,” board chairman James Murdock said. “I had never really thought of it.”

Other police commissioners also agreed that this was a good idea; the board then unanimously approved uploading the full agenda packages to the Moose Jaw Police Service website for future meetings.

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Continuing, the interim board secretary said she would work with the police service’s communications manager to ensure the full board meeting packages were posted on the agency’s website instead of on the city’s website to maintain that arms-length approach.

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THE NEXT POLICE BOARD MEETING IS WEDNESDAY, FEB. 18.

Overall crime in Moose Jaw declined

The overall number of recorded crimes against people and property in Moose Jaw declined in 2025 compared to 2024, a statistic that stayed consistent throughout last year.

However, the overall number of calls for service the Moose Jaw Police Service received jumped nearly two per cent year-over-year, reflecting a similarly consistent pattern seen during the past few years.

The police service presented yearend crime statistics during the Board of Police Commissioners’ January meeting.

The data showed that from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2025, there were 538 total crimes against the person, compared to 581 incidents in 2024, a decline of 7.4 per cent. Furthermore, there were 1,417 total crimes against property last year, compared to 1,778 incidents the year before, a decline of 20.3 per cent.

Moreover, there were 20,892 calls for service last year, compared to 20,519 calls in 2024, a jump of 1.8 per cent, the data showed. In comparison, there were 19,813 service calls in 2023.

Chief Robert Davis highlighted some statistics that jumped out at him, such as the number of arsons. The data showed that there were six such incidents last year compared to two in 2024, an increase of 200 per cent.

Davis explained that one person — “a bit of a firebug” — was responsible for three incidents, with police charging that individual. Meanwhile, another person torched a shed, but there was “insufficient evidence” to proceed with

“In my experience, that’s not uncommon (or surprising because arsons) are really hard to prove,” he said.

Also, another charge included three youths engaging in a “misadventure” by lighting cardboard on fire, the chief added.

Meanwhile, Davis highlighted the number of aggravated assaults, as the police recorded four incidents last year, compared to one in 2024, a 300-per-cent increase. He added that three incidents involved domestic abuse, with officers charging individuals for those crimes.

Commissioner Patrick Boyle applauded the decrease in overall crime statistics but highlighted the increased calls for service, saying they consistently increased month after month. Specifically, the increases ranged from 2.5 per cent to three percent per month, which is “pretty significant.”

Continuing, he said the data show that call volume is increasing 20 to 30 per cent annually, which means members are responding to more inquiries. Conversely, it takes almost two years to hire, train and deploy new officers.

“For the police service, they’re very, very busy … ,” Boyle said. “It comes in waves, and you can sort of see this.”

Boyle then asked whether the cold weather affected the crime numbers. In response, Deputy Chief Rick Johns said that in his 28 years in Moose Jaw, the types of offences committed do change. While fewer incidents occur outside, more happen inside, such as domestic abuse and assaults.

The year-end numbers should not

the police service must audit the data to officially confirm them, Johns added. Once that occurs, the agency sends the numbers to Statistics Canada so it can use them in its annual crime reports.

Crimes against people

The data for crimes against people in 2025 versus 2024 showed:

• Homicide: 1 / 0

• Attempted murder: 1 / 2

• Assaults (sexual, common, with a weapon, against people, aggravated): 334 / 367

• Robbery: 10 / 10

Crimes against property

The data for crimes against property in 2025 versus 2024 showed:

• Break-ins (business, residence, other): 101 / 193

• Theft of motor vehicle: 48 / 53

• Theft over $5,000: 20 / 18; 11.1-percent increase

• Theft under $5,000: 646 / 833

• Arson: 6 / 2

• Mischief under $5,000: 262/ 257; 1.9-per-cent increase

Other incidents

Other incidents in 2025 versus 2024 show:

• Impaired driving: 63 / 76

• Failing to comply with court orders: 707 / 860

• Threats: 23 / 26

• Domestic dispute: 24 / 51

• Provincial liquor infractions: 145 / 146

• Vehicle collisions over $1,000: 283 / 289

• Summary offence tickets: 1,324 / 1,822

• Drugs (cocaine, cannabis, meth, other): 8 / 6; 33-per-cent increase

Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 690-5965.

CITY HALL

A proposed zoning change that would have required charities and non-profit organizations to seek council approval before operating in Moose Jaw’s C2 commercial district was defeated on a tie vote during city council’s Jan. 27 meeting, following a lengthy public hearing that drew strong opinions on homelessness, safety, and downtown vitality.

Bylaw 5750 — Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2026/1 centred on shifting non-profit organizations from a permitted use to a discretionary use in the C2 district, which would have required council approval for certain operations and expansions.

During the public hearing, resident Melanie Bratton told council the change would create barriers for charities “serving the homeless, food banks, and similar services,” and said she believed the amendment would limit supports for

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vulnerable residents.

“Moving homeless services out of downtown won’t move homeless people out of downtown. You cannot zone away a vulnerable population,” Bratton said.

Several speakers echoed concerns that the change would not address underlying causes of homelessness, and could instead complicate access to meals, outreach, and other supports.

Megan Nash, a local artist, acknowledged that witnessing people in crisis can be frightening, but questioned whether fear should drive zoning decisions. She asked how many critics of Hope Ministries had visited the site themselves, and warned the bylaw could place additional strain on Moose Jaw’s “already small third spaces,” such as parks and public facilities. Nash also noted that, according to library staff, conditions inside the Moose Jaw Public Library have improved since Hope Ministries opened.

Brenda Humphrey, a volunteer with Zion United Church’s hot meal program, urged council to consider the range of people who rely on community supports.

“These people we serve are human beings. They are someone’s daughter, son, mother, father, grandparent, (or) sibling,” she said.

Other speakers argued the city should focus on broader planning and co-ordination rather than a zoning restriction, including Jeff Woodward, who said council should consider “playing more of a co-ordination and advocacy role” in addressing homelessness.

However, some residents and down-

town-area representatives told council the city must balance compassion with safety and quality-of-life concerns for those living near service hubs.

Jackie Perryman, president of the Rutherford Condo Association, told council the proposed zoning change was necessary to protect residents and downtown stability, citing what she described as a recent shift in conditions near her building. She said the 27-year-old condo complex had previously experienced “a peaceful existence in a quiet neighborhood with no theft (or) vandalism,” but described a break-in and vandalism that occurred on the weekend of Jan. 9 and 10, weeks after Hope Ministries opened nearby. “The start of protecting our city and residents is to pass the new zoning amendment today,” she said.

Ashley Hoggins, who works at Main Street Dental adjacent to Hope Ministries, told council she supported services for those in need but believed some supports should be located elsewhere. She described several incidents she said had occurred near her workplace, including a co-worker being chased to her vehicle within the first week of Hope Ministries opening its doors, reports of someone overdosing behind nearby buildings, individuals checking car door handles, and an instance of public urination inside the front entrance to the dental clinic.

Art King, who spoke twice during the meeting, told council the bylaw “has

nothing to do with Hope Ministries,” and said the organization was already operating under existing bylaws. King also disputed how often Hope Ministries’ clientele were homeless, stating, “It’s only 10 per cent. Forty out of every 50 people that are served at Hope Ministries are low-income senior citizens who live in the downtown core.”

Tara Jones, who works for Moose Jaw Family Services Inc., urged council to consider the broader impact on potentially affected organizations beyond homelessness-related services.

“We’re not only talking about unhoused people here,” she said. “We’re talking about organizations that provide counselling, family support services, employment services and education services, as well as services for women who are trying to escape violence and children who are escaping or have witnessed violence.”

After the public hearing closed, council voted on Bylaw 5750. The vote resulted in a tie, and the motion was defeated. Those in favour were Coun. Jamey Logan, Coun. Patrick Boyle, and Mayor James Murdock, while Couns. Dawn Luhning, Chris Warren, and Heather Eby were opposed. Coun. Carla Delaurier declared a conflict of interest due to her position on a non-profit board and recused herself from the debate. The next regular council meeting is

for Feb. 10.

CITY HALL

COUNCIL NOTES

City hall is reducing the number of its advisory committees from four to two, which is not sitting well with some former members who believe the restructuring is “a road to failure.”

The city recently encouraged residents to apply for the newly formed community services advisory committee and the operations advisory committee, saying the changes support the 2026-29 strategic plan and the municipality’s focus on “building a resident-centric community.”

The community services advisory committee will focus on heritage preservation, parks, recreation, public art and accessibility, while the operations advisory committee will focus on transit, public works, infrastructure, accessibility and recycling and waste.

Frustrating changes

These changes have frustrated Janie Fries, who was the vice-chairwoman of the heritage advisory committee (HAC).

She told MooseJawToday.com that she unofficially learned about the group’s disbandment in early January from John Trodd, the former committee chairman. However, it was on Jan. 12 that the entire group learned that the city was combining the advisory committees into two, with the change effective Jan. 1.

Fries criticized the mandate of the new community services committee as being too broad.

“The city is expecting that this expansive mandate will be fulfilled (by) meeting quarterly,” said Fries. “I can only speak for the heritage committee, but meeting only four times a year will make it near impossible for any projects to be thoroughly addressed, let alone completed.”

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Continuing, Fries said the city has no plan for “a smooth transfer of knowledge” for projects, while she feared that most heritage projects would cease to progress. This was because city staff “are stretched” with other tasks.

Members of HAC have been hands-on in pursuing projects and have contributed hundreds of hours “literally pounding the pavement and climbing ladders” to keep expenses low, she continued. However, all that will now be “greatly reduced” and could disappear.

“We were all caught off guard and see the restructuring as a road to failure,” she added.

City hall responds

In an email, city hall said council approved changes to the advisory committee structure on Dec. 1, 2025, after adopting an updated procedures and committees bylaw; the changes took effect Jan. 1.

“This modernized structure streamlines related mandates and improves co-ordination across the service areas of advisory input to city council,” the email said.

Continuing, the city said council’s decision followed the standard public bylaw process, which included a review, discussion, public hearing and formal vote. The city said it sent letters to members of the advisory committees and outlined the transition, confirmed the date and invited former members to apply for the new groups.

“The city extends its appreciation to all individuals who have contributed their time and expertise through past forms of advisory committees and looks forward to continued public participation within the updated framework,” the email added.

Letter to council

Fries sent a letter to city council outlining her concerns about the proposed changes. She pointed out that Moose Jaw’s story has been shaped by architecture, history and hardworking pioneers — but all that is at risk with the committee changes.

“The recent disbanding of the heritage advisory committee should concern every resident and business who cares about Moose Jaw’s identity, economy and future,” she wrote. “Moose Jaw’s heritage is not incidental to its success. It is foundational to the economic well-being of the future of our city.”

Continuing, Fries wrote that the decision to disband the group “reflects a troubling disconnect” between council and the value that heritage — as a cultural and economic driver — has.

Fries noted that diluting responsibilities for heritage weakened the focused expertise required to steward the city’s story. It also told the province that Moose Jaw doesn’t value heritage, its volunteers’ efforts, or their decades of contributions.

Moreover, experience suggests that the new committee may not adequately address all the necessary heritage projects because of the group’s size, mandate and quarterly meeting schedule, she continued.

“Equally concerning is how this change occurred. Volunteers who collectively contributed hundreds of unpaid hours to preserving Moose Jaw’s history were not consulted, formally acknowledged or thanked,” Fries said.

Fries pointed to some projects HAC has pursued over

the decades, such as historic plaques, the Russell Block Arches in Crescent Park, the veterans banner program, restoring the first city hall bell, restoring city hall’s clock tower glass faces and cataloguing wartime houses.

Fries told council that the committee’s mandate is tied to the province’s heritage property act, which provides a formal legislative framework for the group’s efforts. Moreover, the committee has “gone above and beyond” in keeping heritage a part of council’s discussions.

“Moose Jaw deserves leadership with a clear vision that understands heritage as an asset and economic driver,” she added.

Committee chair responds

In an online post, Trodd, the former HAC chairman, criticized the city’s response that it followed the standard public bylaw process. He noted that there was no review of the changes at any meeting, no discussion with the groups or individual mem-

bers and no public hearing.

Continuing, he said it was the city clerk’s office that “conveniently” suggested cancelling the heritage committee’s December meeting because of Christmas and the fact that “they were all busy and no new business needed to be conducted.”

Trodd accused administration of attempting to erase as many items as possible from the group’s outstanding projects list in November. Moreover, he accused the city of not asking members in September whether they wanted to reapply since their terms were up.

Trodd noted that “these tactics” and the “lack of transparency” disrespected the committee members and the work past members had done. Moreover, he accused the city of not following its bylaws or processes.

“To conduct and direct regular committee business with a hidden agenda is why present HAC members at large have more than a bitter taste left in our mouths!” he added.

TOWN OF CENTRAL BUTTE

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Town of Central Butte for the year 2026 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the o ce of the assessor from 8:30 pm to 12:00 pm and from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday , excluding holidays.

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

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to le his or her notice of appeal in writing to:

Town of Central Butte

Box 10 Central Butte SK S0H 0T0 by the 13th day of March, 2026

Dated this 6th day of February, 2026

Kyle Van Den Bosch Assessor

CITY HALL

COUNCIL NOTES

THE NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING IS TUES. FEB 10, 2026

City hall is working on a new agreement with Golden Ticket Sports Inc. to operate the former Hillcrest Sports Centre, a partnership that has netted the city over $35,000 since 2021.

The City of Moose Jaw signed a five-year lease and operating agreement with the sports organization on June 1, 2021, with the contract expiring on May 31, a city council report said. Both parties are now negotiating a 10-year agreement that will start on June 1.

“The agreement allows the city to maximize community access to the (Golden Ticket Sports Centre) while offering an indoor gymnasium and multipurpose recreation space,” the report noted. “Golden Ticket Sports has made significant investments in the facility and continues to do so.”

Since 2021, Golden Ticket Sports has made $495,970 worth of building upgrades, while city hall has spent $1,522,326 on capital upgrades to ensure the building remains structurally sound, mechanically functional and accessible, the document said.

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Meanwhile, the parks and recreation branch plans to spend $1,407,000 on upgrades between 2026 and 2030, the report continued. Some upgrades include electrical system and service repairs, replacing a final roof section, finishing the exterior replacement, upgrading the fire system and enhancing the LED lighting system.

In the agreement, the sports organization must provide the city with five per cent of its gross annual revenues, up to $25,000 per year, to the building’s capital reserve fund, the report said. Golden Ticket’s 2025 contribution — $10,080 on gross revenues of $201,607 — was its largest from the past five years.

Since June 1, 2021, it has contributed $35,480 in reserve funding on gross revenues of $709,603.

Furthermore, Golden Ticket’s revenues last year were $201,607, while its expenses were $252,591, leading to a loss of $50,984, the document continued. Since 2021, the organization’s total revenue has been $789,737 and total expenses have been $849,220, with an

overall loss of $59,483.

“We believe the 2025-2026 year will be the most balanced and impactful year yet for the Golden Ticket Sports Centre,” Tanner Brightman, company co-owner, said in a report to council.

The building’s use is at an all-time high, which is great since it supports athletes of all ages and ability levels, he continued. Furthermore, the consistency and growth that the venue experienced last year positioned the organization to strengthen community partnerships and pursue larger-scale events and initiatives.

Brightman noted that 2025 was the venue’s most rewarding year yet, as it allowed Golden Ticket Sports to see the long-term effects of its programming. This included families with young children engaging in programs to schoolaged athletes participating in camps, on teams and in year-round development opportunities.

“The one-stop-shop approach — albeit not without its own challenges — proves to be the ideal set-up for those

Crews have removed snow from 19.6 KMs of roads

The way the city handles the clearing of roads after major snowfalls is always a hot topic, so city hall provided an update recently about its efforts to keep streets drivable.

During its Jan. 27 regular meeting, Coun. Patrick Boyle asked city administration how crews were doing with clearing the roads of snow and whether directors had information about key performance indicators that support that work.

“I see graders and things (on the streets) and a lot of activity here, and it looks like it’s going quite well,” he added.

In response, Bevan Harlton, director of operations, said his department has not focused on or prioritized clearing any particular street. However, crews have returned to several areas multiple

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times this season, including locations throughout the downtown.

He noted that employees have plowed 192 kilometres of roads and streets, while they have returned to remove snow from 19.6 kilometres.

“So those are not connected to a priority plow event, but (are an) ongoing service provided by public works,” said Harlton.

Continuing, he said snow removal operations have between eight and 10 trained operators available, with equipment including graders and snow traps deployed as needed. He added that the three new snow traps have not yet broken compared to the old devices the graders once used.

According to the city’s “Snow Centre” web page, crews target priority 1 roads within 24 hours following the end

of a snow event. This includes clearing the busiest roadways and, in some areas, temporarily piling or storing snow in parking lanes or the centre of streets.

Priority 2 streets are plowed between 24 and 60 hours following the conclusion of a blizzard. This includes clearing the downtown core and bus routes and removing snow from downtown.

Priority 3 roads are plowed 60 to 96 hours after a snow event ends, the website said. This includes clearing remaining major thoroughfares and school bus loading areas and removing snow from the Fourth Avenue Bridge.

Priority 4 streets are cleared more than 96 hours following the conclusion of a snow event, which includes removing snow from remaining designated snow removal areas where it has been

looking to be involved in sport, space and community,” he said.

“These relationships have helped create a vibrant, inclusive environment and have played a key role in making the 2024-25 season a milestone year for both GTS and the Moose Jaw region.”

One of Golden Ticket Sports’ core goals was to position Moose Jaw as a destination for sport and events, rather than a community where residents go elsewhere to participate in activities, Brightman added. Since 2023, that vision has come to fruition, with many large-scale events choosing Moose Jaw as their host location — many for the first time.

City administration presented an update about the agreement with Golden Ticket Sports Inc. during the Jan. 27 executive committee meeting. City council later voted to receive and file the report.

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this season

stored temporarily.

The web page noted that the city addresses sidewalks and pathways during priority 4 clearance, while crews may clear them in tandem with snow-clearing routes if staff and equipment are available.

Furthermore, crews will clear city-owned parking lots following the completion of priority routes, but only if snow has compromised their access. Also, staff will clear alleys for service vehicles — such as garbage trucks — only if snow compromises their access.

The website added that, to address icy roads, the city uses a three-to-one mix of sand and salt in areas such as intersections, railway crossings, school zones, playgrounds, bridges and corners. With files from Aaron Walker and the Moose Jaw Express.

CITY HALL COUNCIL NOTES

THE NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING IS TUES. FEB 10, 2026

Changes to Moose Jaw’s landfill tipping fees mean non-residents will be forced to pay $30 per tonne more for standard waste and special waste starting this spring.

During its Jan. 27 regular meeting, city council voted unanimously to approve an amendment to Bylaw No. 5747, the waste management bylaw, which increases tipping fees for nonresident commercial users effective April 1.

The amendment applies specifically to commercial clients from outside Moose Jaw who use the city’s landfill and does not affect residential rates, city administration said.

The bylaw moved through first,

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second and third readings without debate and was approved unanimously by council.

Council also went into Committee of the Whole to consider the amendment, where clause-by-clause consideration was waived before the bylaw was approved in its entirety.

This change means non-resident commercial clients will pay $150 per tonne for standard waste, up from $120, and $150 per tonne for specially handled waste, up from $120.

Administration expects this increase to generate an extra $220,000 in revenue for the solid waste utility, pushing total revenues to roughly $1.7 million from $1.5 million.

Administration told council during a previous meeting that landfill staff determine who non-resident commercial users are by confirming the material’s origins.

Meanwhile, previous information from administration indicated that the landfill’s maximum operating height is now 584 metres, while based on projected acceptance rates, the venue will likely reach capacity between April 2029 and August 2030.

Furthermore, from Jan. 1 to Oct. 31, 2025, the landfill collected 36,278 tonnes of material, while it diverted 1,149 tonnes to recycling, or 3.9 per cent of all refuse.

Since the city needs a new solid

waste management venue, administration is moving to annex land north of the city near Highway 2. As part of the process, city hall held a public hearing on Jan. 15 to hear concerns from rural residents about the proposed locations.

Annexation will likely take 24 to 36 months to complete, which makes the expropriation a “high priority,” according to a previous report. This means the earliest the city could acquire the land is January 2027; the Saskatchewan Municipal Board will likely have to rule on whether the city can annex the land.

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Moose Jaw mayor only council member to file expenses in Q4: report

Mayor James Murdock was the only member of city council to file expenses during the fourth quarter, with his costs related to travelling to Ottawa and Regina and buying munchies for a postbudget meeting.

In October, Murdock spent $957.51 to stay four days at the Delta Hotel in Ottawa as part of a delegation with the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA), according to a Jan. 27 council report. This trip was to lobby the federal government for more infrastructure money.

In November, the mayor spent $149.67 to purchase gifts for provincial politicians during the Moose Jaw Day at the Legislature.

According to the city at the time, “Through engaging conversations with provincial MLAs and on-site promotional materials, participants showcased Moose Jaw’s strategic location, availability of developable land and economic drivers, while reinforcing the collaborative spirit that defines the city.”

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$226.29 to purchase food for council’s post-budget meeting.

Overall, the mayor spent $1,333.47 during the final three months of last year.

Meanwhile, the report noted that the other six members of council did not file any expenses between Oct. 1 and Dec. 31, 2025.

In comparison, during the first nine months of 2025, the mayor’s expenses totalled $1,097.35, while the six council members’ expenses totalled $2,514.27.

City administration presented the report during the Jan. 27 executive committee meeting, with the document looking at the discretionary expenses of members during the autumn. The expenses include eligible items such as business-related travel, professional development and community engagement.

The appropriate documentation accompanied all the expenses, with city administration finding that everything complied with the policy guidelines, the report said.

“The implementation of this (May-

or and Councillor Expense) Policy has enhanced financial oversight, standardized expense management and reinforced the values of integrity and accountability among elected officials,” the document stated.

“This reporting reflects the city’s ongoing commitment to transparency and responsible use of public funds.”

The municipality’s remuneration bylaw has set discretionary expenses at $3,000 annually for councillors and $10,000 for the mayor.

The policy shows that ineligible expenses include alcohol, tobacco or other “contraband”; promoting forprofit organizations, third parties, other governments, political parties or candidates during elections; theatre, sporting events, concerts, movies, or live music; or gifts for council members, city staff or employees of other municipal agencies, boards, commissions or specialpurpose bodies.

Other ineligible expenses include professional fees, professional memberships or insurance charges; training

that is unrelated to city business; traffic or parking tickets; physical fitness, sports, or arts programs; clothing rentals; or using consultants or external legal services.

The policy added that the city manager is responsible for monitoring and ensuring that council members comply with the document and will take “appropriate corrective actions when required.” Also, the city manager will review each expense submission and verify that members incurred the expenses during city-related business.

Dawn Lugrin, assistant city clerk, told council that there is no annual sum for the numbers since they are unaudited. Once the city’s 2025 budget is audited later this year, the numbers in the expense reports may be adjusted due to variances.

“We’ve captured GST within these reports. Those won’t necessarily be reported through the financial statements,” she added.

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Community Players prepare Valentine’s run of ‘Almost, Maine’ as rehearsals ramp up

With Valentine’s Day just weeks away, the Moose Jaw Community Players are putting the finishing touches on Almost, Maine, a romantic, vignette-style production that also continues the group’s commitment to mentoring new directors.

Rehearsals began just before Christmas and have continued steadily as the cast prepares for two separate performances. These will be held at the Performing Arts Theatre adjacent to the Moose Jaw Public Library on Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 14 at 4 p.m.

“They’ve been getting together a few times a week to work on their scenes,” said Community Players producer Ivy Sheward. “Most of the scenes are between two people. All of them share a love story in some form or another.”

Rather than traditional romantic vignettes, the director has described the scenes as “love journeys,” all of which take place on the same night and are thematically connected by the appearance of the Northern Lights, reflecting relationships that do not always end with a conventional happily ever after.

Set in the fictional town of Almost, ME, USA, the production explores a wide range of emotional tones.

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“Some of (the themes) are funnier, some of them are sweeter, and some of them are sillier,” Sheward said. “They’re just a whole bunch of different flavours.”

The production is also notable for the range of performers involved, with cast members spanning multiple generations.

“There’s a wide variety of ages that have been able to be cast in this,” Sheward said. “We have some people who are just out of high school, and then we have some potentially retired folks with us too. It’s so nice to see the wide

variety of ages, especially in a show like this.”

Sheward estimated approximately 25 people are involved overall, including cast and behind-the-scenes volunteers.

The show is rated for general audiences. Tickets are $25 apiece and are available at Wells Camera and Sound on a cash-only basis, or online through a link provided on the “Moose Jaw Community Players” Facebook page for a small convenience fee. Tickets may also be available at the door until the performances sell out.

The public library’s Performing Arts Theatre is located at 461 Langdon Crescent.

Notoriously Moose Jaw

While Almost, Maine is first to hit the stage, rehearsals are also underway for Notoriously Moose Jaw, which returns this spring with an expanded cast and new material. This second production will take place at the Mae Wilson Theatre on April 23, 24, and 25, following an out-of-town performance at a provincial community theatre festival in Regina on April 7.

“We’ve got quite an ambitious cast size in this one too,” Sheward said. “At last count, we had 35 actors, which is

great to have so many people involved in a show about our city’s history.”

The revived production also features a newly added New Year’s Day fire scene that incorporates a significant technical element, drawing on post-secondary expertise from within the group. That work is being led by Bri Colenutt, who is taking Computer Engineering Technology at Saskatchewan Polytechnic.

“We have a member in our group who is doing some post-secondary education and is using some of her knowledge for a capstone project,” Sheward said.

For Sheward, both productions reflect the same underlying goal.

“We wanted to offer this opportunity for everyone to slow down and spend time with the people that they value,” she said. “It’s such a lovely time around Valentine’s Day to kind of have space with those people … and just connect.”

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

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

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Calamari

Jumbo Shrimp

Escargot in Mushroom Caps

Greek Style Ribs

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Entrées include salad, choice of potato, vegetables

Celebrating culture at St. Agnes School

SNAPSHOT: More than 200 students, families, and community members gathered at St. Agnes School on Jan. 29 for the school’s annual Cultural Night, a vibrant celebration of the diversity within the school community. The evening featured cultural performances including dancing, singing, and drumming, along with interactive displays representing countries, cultures, and local organizations from across Moose Jaw and beyond. Mayor James Murdock, who attended the event, said the night reflected the community’s diversity through shared stories and traditions, while the school thanked performers, volunteers, and families for helping make the event a warm and memorable celebration. Photo by: St. Agnes School

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Sask Steelhead Trout (GF)

Greek Stuffed Chicken Breast (GF)

Ricotta & Asparagus Tortelli (VG)

Full Rack Homestyle Ribs (GF)

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Casey Brown scores four as Moose Jaw Warriors battle to win over Edmonton Oil Kings

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With the Moose Jaw Warriors taking the ice in special superhero jerseys on Friday night, January 30; it seemed only fitting that they’d get a heroic performance on their way to finding the win column.

Casey Brown scored four goals and finished with a career-best five points on the night as the Warriors battled to a 7-5 win over the Edmonton Oil Kings in Western Hockey League action at Temple Gardens Centre.

Moose Jaw improves to 18-24-3-2 and move five points clear of the Regina Pats and Red Deer Rebels in seventh place in the Eastern Conference, while Edmonton fell to 31-11-3-2 and remain third in the Conference, five points back of Medicine Hat.

The Warriors took absolutely no time to get on the board, as Brown took a feed from Landen McFadden on the rush and put a shot top shelf glove side for the game’s opening goal only 22 seconds into the proceedings.

Moose Jaw then turned a period of solid play into a 2-0 lead on their first power play of the game. McFadden finished things off this time, scoring his 21st of the season on a one-timer pass from the point by Colt Carter with 5:30 to play in the period.

Warriors goaltender Kyle Jones was pressed into service not long after, making a great glove save on a chance in close by the Oil Kings to preserve the two-goal edge.

It was Carter’s turn to get in on the offence early in the second, as after getting a couple chances to score earlier on a Warriors power play, he’d finish things off with a shot from the point to make it a 3-0 contest 3:22 into the period.

The Oil Kings received a two-man power play for almost a full minute not long after that goal, and a Carter Sotheran one-timer would cut the lead to a pair with 7:52 gone in the period.

The second power play continued, and Ethan MacKenzie put home a shot from the right side of the net 48 seconds after their opening goal to make it a 3-2 contest.

The Warriors were able to respond

with 8:14 to play in the period, with McFadden sending Brown in on a breakaway from the Edmonton blueline, and he’d make no mistake with a shot low glove side.

Moose Jaw then restored their two goal lead with 4:59 remaining in the period, as after Edmonton goaltender Parker Snell made a couple of saves in close -- including one of his mask -Gage Nagel would finish things off by knocking home a loose puck at the top of the crease.

That’s where things would sit through two periods, and it would also mark the end of the night for Snell, who allowed the Warriors’ five goals on 20

shots.

Ethan Simcoe took over for the final 20 minutes and he was pressed into service quickly as Brown broke in on a breakaway a minute into the proceedings but was denied his hat trick goal.

A five-minute major for checking to the head to Jaxon Fuder gave the Warriors a chance to extend their lead. They’d do exactly that, and it would be Brown who got things done, pouncing on a big rebound and putting a shot home from the left face-off circle for his first three-goal game in the WHL.

Sotheran picked up his second goal of the game on an Oil Kings power play with 5:49 remaining and Gavin Hodnett scored with 4:01 left in the contest to make things interesting late, but that’s as close as they’d get.

Edmonton pulled Simcoe for the extra attacker with 3:50 remaining, and Brown would pounce on a blocked shot by Nagel to go in on another breakaway before putting home the empty netter for his fourth of the game with 3:02 remaining.

Landon Hanson capped scoring on the night with Edmonton’s fifth goal with 2:07 remaining, and that’s where things would wrap up.

Jones finished with 31 saves to earn the victory, Simcoe stopped eight shots in the third and Moose Jaw had 29 shots overall.

Regina Pats score game winner in overtime to take victory over Moose Jaw Warriors

Caden Brown scores overtime winner as Pats score twice in third period and go on to 3-2 victory

If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.

The Regina Pats put that saying to good use on Sunday afternoon, February 1 in Western Hockey League action, and it paid off in the end as they’d score twice in the third period before taking a 3-2 overtime victory over the Moose Jaw Warriors.

It was as dominant a showing as Regina could have and still see things end up in overtime, as they outshot the Warriors 53-23 in total, including 20 shots in the third period alone.

The contest did come with a caveat, though -- Moose Jaw found themselves dealing with a sudden spate of injuries heading into the contest and ended up taking the ice with only 16 skates, including 10 forwards and six defencemen.

The game also had a strange twist in that it was supposed to take place on Saturday evening, but with the TransCanada Highway closed due to freezing rain and icy conditions, the game was postponed until Sunday afternoon.

When things did get going, the Warriors got off to a great

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start, with their first three shifts of the game spending most of their time in the Regina zone and they’d outshoot the Pats 5-0 through the first five minutes.

Regina got some pushback as the period progressed, but it would be the Warriors who turned their pressure into the game’s opening goal.

Pavel McKenzie set up at the side of the net and would

one-time home a pass from Riley Thorpe to give the Warriors a 1-0 lead 7:00 into the contest.

It was the Pats turn to take over the flow of play for the vast majority of the remainder of the first period, and despite getting 18 shots on goal, Warriors goaltender Chase Wutzke would hold the fort.

His efforts would be rewarded on the first power play of the game, as Mathieu Lajoie

took a pass from McKenzie to create some open space, and his shot from the high slot would make it a 2-0 Moose Jaw lead with 1:22 left in the frame.

Wutzke -- a signed Minnesota Wild prospect -- was back at it midway through the second period, making a pair of scrambling saves a minute apart to keep the contest a two-goal game.

The Warriors would come out of the second period with their two-goal lead, but the Pats would keep up the pressure and break through with eight minutes gone in the third.

Maddox Schultz was in the right spot just above the goalline to corral a shot in close from Keets Fawcett, and he’d put home a hard-angle shot to make it a 2-1 game with 7:16 gone in the final frame.

The Pats would receive their first power play of the game with 8:51 gone in the third, and some nice puck movement in the Warriors zone led to Fawcett tying the game on a shot from the high slot that went top shelf glove side with 9:45 remaining in the game.

The Warriors had their fourth power play of the game

with 4:23 to play in regulation but despite a few solid scoring chances wouldn’t be able to find the go-ahead goal.

Neither team would fine the back of the net in the remaining two minutes, and the teams were off to overtime.

There, it would be the Pats who caught a huge break. Caden Brown stole the puck off a Warriors defender in the corner and got to the front of the net for a shot, with Wutzke making the initial save. The rebound would go straight to the front of the net, off Warriors forward Casey Brown’s stick and into the open side of the goal.

Wutzke ended up with 50 saves on the afternoon, the Warriors had 21 on Regina’s Marek Schlenker.

Moose Jaw falls to 18-244-2 with the loss and are now four points up on 16-24-5-1 in seventh place in the Eastern Conference.

The Warriors are back in action Wednesday when they travel to Swift Current to face the Broncos; with puck drop at 7 p.m. Regina returns to the ice on Friday when they host the Saskatoon Blades, with puck drop also at 7 p.m.

Regina Pat Canadians score three unanswered in third period to take barnburner win over Moose Jaw WINMAR Warriors

Ryder Doka scores game winner with 1:56 to play in regulation as Regina takes 7-6 victory in SMAAAHL action

With the way things have gone for the Regina Pat Canadians and Moose Jaw WINMAR Warriors in the Sask Male AAA Hockey League this season, it stood to reason that fans could be in for something special when the league-leading clubs met on Wednesday night.

Turns out, that’s exactly what happened.

Ryder Doka scored the game-tying goal with 5:34 remaining and then added the game winner with 1:56 left in regulation as the Pat Canadians took a 7-6 victory over the Warriors at Co-operators Arena in Regina.

All told, the Pat Canadians would score three unanswered goals in the third period to secure the win.

Moose Jaw got off to a good start, as Ryan Gibbs and Ryder Gilroy scored in the first half of the opening frame to give the Warriors a 2-0 lead. Maddox Schultz scored back-to-back markers for Regina midway through the period, but Gibbs would pick up his second of the night with 2:57 to play to make it a 3-2 Moose Jaw lead after one.

Gibbs then finished off his hat trick with his 33rd

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The Regina Pat Canadians and Moose Jaw Warriors put on one heck of a show for the fans last Wednesday night, with Regina scoring a late-game goal to find victory in Sask Male AAA Hockey League action. Regina Pat Canadians

goal of the season with 11:16 gone in the second, and Riley Brown would score just over four minutes later to extend the Warriors’ lead to 5-2.

Regina clawed into that edge before the period was out, first when Liam Pue got on the board with 2:38 left and then when Nathan Gardiner scored with one second left in the frame.

That set the stage for the third period comeback, but not before Wade Franks gave Moose Jaw a 6-4 lead at the 7:01 mark. Gardiner then replied with his 30th of the season with 1:46 later, setting up Doka’s late-game heroics.

Adam Muntain turned aside 23 shots to earn the win while Steven Wawryk had 30 saves for the Warriors.

Regina improves to 32-2-2-0 and have now pulled five points clear of Moose Jaw and have won seven straight. Moose Jaw falls to 29-3-1-2 and are 14 points ahead of the third place Saskatoon Blazers.

In photos: Warriors fans help mascot Morty celebrate his 17th birthday

Moose Jaw Warriors fans helped mark a milestone on Jan. 27 as team mascot Morty celebrated his 17th birthday during a home game against the Victoria Royals at the Temple Gardens Centre.

The birthday celebration took place during the first intermission, when children, families, and fans were invited to gather on the concourse and near centre ice to take part in the festivities.

Representatives from the Moose Jaw Co-op were on site to support the celebration, serving four birthday cakes to fans as part of the intermission event.

“Thank you to all the kids, families, and fans who joined in to make Morty’s birthday full of smiles, laughter, and unforgettable moments. We were proud to be part of the fun, with our Moose Jaw Co-op team on hand serving up four birthday cakes and helping keep the celebration rolling,” the Moose Jaw Co-op said.

The Moose Jaw Warriors also acknowledged the occasion following the

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weekend, thanking both fans and sponsors for contributing to the event.

“We had a great weekend celebrating Morty’s 17th birthday. Thanks to all of Morty’s friends who made it out for the game, and thanks to Moose Jaw Co-op for bringing the cake,” the team wrote.

Morty has served as the Warriors’ official mascot for nearly two decades and remains a central presence at home games, community events, and youthfocused activities throughout the season.

Moose Jaw judoka earn medals at Saskatchewan Open, Western Canadian Kata Championships

Athletes from two local judo clubs delivered strong performances at the Saskatchewan Open Judo Championships and the Western Canadian Kata Championships on the weekend of Jan. 24.

Hosted by Judo Saskatchewan at the City of Regina Fieldhouse, the combined events drew hundreds of competitors from across the country and featured a wide range of age groups, experience levels, and disciplines, including traditional shiai competition — live, head-tohead matches — and formal kata demonstrations that showcase pre-arranged judo techniques.

The Saskatchewan Open Judo Championships attracted 417 athletes and 580 total entries, while the Western Canadian Kata Championships featured 22 teams competing across eight kata disciplines.

Athletes representing Control Judo of Moose Jaw earned multiple podium finishes throughout the weekend. Among the standout results, Aaron Barrientos captured gold in the U16 male novice -46 kilogram division, while Nate Bernard secured gold in three categories, including ne-waza (ground techniques) male +81 kg, veteran male -100 kg, and senior male novice -100 kg.

Hawkins Jacobson added a gold

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Competitors face off during a match at the Saskatchewan Open Judo Championships, held Jan. 24 at the Regina Fieldhouse. Photo by: John Renouf

medal in the U18 male -73 kg division, while Paxton Nelson claimed gold in newaza male -66 kg and added a bronze medal in the U21 male -66 kg category.

Payton Pinel earned silver in the U14 female -40 kg division, and Tyler Kabanuk finished with a bronze medal in senior male novice -81 kg.

Additional Control Judo athletes earning top-five finishes included Luc Lacroix, Ethan McKenna, and Paxton Nelson in multiple divisions, highlighting depth across age groups from U12 through senior categories.

Moose Jaw Koseikan Judo Club athletes were also well represented, with several competitors reaching the po dium. Devin Der earned a silver medal in the U14 male novice -42 kg division,

Barking at the Agility Trials

By Robert Thomas

The Moose Jaw Dog Club held agility trials on Saturday and Sunday January 24-25 at the Golden Mile Arena on the Moose Jaw Exhibition Grounds.

The event featured all sorts of dogs in varying shapes and sizes that came inside on a cold winter day to go through their paces.

while Diedra Halvorson secured second place in the U16 female -70 kg category.

Artur Levytskyi placed fifth in senior male novice -81 kg, while Aayla Lee-Neuman and Emmett Lee-Neuman both recorded top-10 finishes in their respective divisions, competing in U14, U18, and senior novice categories.

While the Western Canadian Kata Championships featured competitors from clubs across Western Canada, the kata portion of the weekend underscored the broader technical and artistic side of judo, running alongside the competitive Saskatchewan Open schedule.

According to Judo Saskatchewan vice president Jim Wiens, both championships were supported by local organizations, volunteers, and sponsors,

including the Regina Hotel Association and SaskEnergy, reflecting the community-driven nature of the sport in Saskatchewan.

Full results from the Saskatchewan Open Judo Championships are available through Judo Canada’s online results platform, while additional event information can be found through Judo Saskatchewan at JudoSask.ca.

The next sanctioned Judo Saskatchewan event is the Saskatoon Provincial Judo Tournament, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 7, at Nutana Collegiate in Saskatoon.

To learn more about the Koseikan Judo Club, visit MJJudo.com, and for Control Judo, visit ControlBJJ.com.

Five speed skaters set to represent Moose Jaw at Saskatchewan Winter Games

Five young athletes from the Kinsmen Moose Jaw Speed Skating Club are preparing to represent the Southwest district at the 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games, set to take place from Feb. 15 to 21 in Meadow Lake and Flying Dust First Nation.

The provincial multi-sport event will bring together more than 1,500 athletes, coaches, and officials from across Saskatchewan for seven days of competition. While the overall Games feature athletes generally ranging from 11 to 18 years old across 16 sports, short-track speed skating is contested in the 11-to14 age category.

The Moose Jaw contingent includes three experienced skaters — Kainen McKee, Boston Olmstead, and George Osmar — alongside two newcomers to the sport, Avery Durrant and Brinley Smith, both of whom joined the club earlier this season.

Head coach John Morris said the Games present a unique opportunity for athletes at this age level, particularly for those just beginning their speed skating careers.

“This is the only multi-sport game

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Four of the five Kinsmen Moose Jaw Speed Skating Club athletes who will represent Moose Jaw at the 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games from Feb. 15 to 21 are pictured. Photo by: Kinsmen Moose Jaw Speed Skating Club/Facebook

(of this calibre) they can go to at that age … so it’s a great experience in that regard,” he noted.

The three boys will compete in individual short-track races at distances ranging from 400 to 1,500 metres, in addition to the 2,000-metre relay. Morris said relay racing has been a major focus during training, noting the event requires teamwork, strategy, and precision.

“With the boys, we’ve always tended to focus on making sure they learn to

Regional skating competition coming to Pense Feb. 7 and 8

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The Pense Skate Club will host the Skate Saskatchewan Regional 2–5 figure skating competition on Saturday, Feb. 7, and Sunday, Feb. 8, at the Pense Memorial Rink in Pense, Sask.

The event will run from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday (tentatively), welcoming more than 200 skaters from regions two through five across a wide range of ages and skill levels.

Spectator admission is free, and members of the public are invited to drop in throughout the weekend to cheer on competitors. The event is expected to draw hundreds of visitors to the community.

The Pense Memorial Rink is located at 335 Manitoba Street. To learn more about the Pense Skate Club, email PenseSkateClub@gmail.com.

For further details, see Page A27 of the Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, edition of the Moose Jaw Express.

work well together on a relay. If they can medal together, that’s fantastic,” said Morris.

McKee, the most experienced skater on the team, will serve as captain and anchor the relay squad. Morris said he expects McKee to be competitive in individual events as well, but emphasized that results are not the sole measure of success.

“What we’re focused on as a speed skating club is seeing people get their personal best (results and) improving the times that they get,” he said.

The two female athletes will race individually and are expected to be paired with skaters from other zones for relay events. While both Durrant and Smith are new to speed skating, Morris said they have adapted quickly to the technical demands of the sport. Durrant transitioned from figure skating, while Smith entered speed skating from a nonskating background.

“They’re excited for it, and they’re looking forward to this experience,” Morris said of the group. “This is the first time our two girls will have ever raced, so I expect they’ll have a good experience.”

Speed skating at the Saskatchewan Winter Games is contested in short-track format inside a hockey rink, the same Olympic discipline featured on the international stage. Morris, who has attended the Games multiple times as a coach and volunteer, said the event environment often brings out strong performances in young athletes.

The Moose Jaw team will also be supported by assistant coach Molly Morris, who brings personal experience from the 2018 Saskatchewan Winter Games. She won gold in the 200-metre sprint and helped her relay team earn silver during that competition.

Beyond medals and results, Morris emphasized that the experience itself is the true reward.

“They always learn things, they meet new people, and they always tend to do their absolute best when they show up and have a really good time,” he said.

To learn more about the Saskatchewan Winter Games, visit SaskGames.ca. For more information about the Kinsmen Moose Jaw Speed Skating Club, visit MooseJawSpeedSkatingClub.WildApricot.org or email MJSpeedSkating@gmail.com.

SNAPSHOT: Ziprick’s 100-point milestone on home ice

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SNAPSHOT: Moose Jaw Warriors forward Aiden Ziprick, No. 21, hit the century mark in his WHL career on Jan. 27, finishing with a goal and an assist on home ice at the Temple Gardens Centre against the Prince Albert Raiders. Photo by: Moose Jaw Warriors Hockey Club/ Facebook

Landfill solution abandoned when Sask. government changed

Landfills are the most common way to get rid of garbage but nobody wants one built near their home.

Moose Jaw is experiencing that attitude of no landfill in my area as the city seeks a new landfill site.

The controversial nature of landfill site choice is shown by the last 30 years of foot dragging from administrations and councils on the matter.

The warnings to these councils kept saying the old landfill along the TransCanada Highway is nearing the end of its life.

No council was comfortable enough with the issue to take action, other than delaying the choice, until now when the landfill has little life left.

Residents, both urban and rural, don’t want landfills near them.

Rural residents opposed to both sites

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TRADING THOUGHTS

By Ron WalterFor Moose Jaw Express

under consideration for the landfill believe the steady flow of trucks to the site will disturb their peace and quiet — not to mention the noisy sea gulls expected to congregate around the garbage.

The city plans a site using deeply dug cells and burying the waste. Each cell would be covered and planted so vegetation could grow on it.

A recycler plans to re-use much of the waste for products and to collect methane gas.

The plan didn’t go over well at a public meeting, probably because of no trust in the city by rural people.

The perceived city’s attitude that the RM of Moose Jaw and residents have not practised a “treat them how you would like to be treated” policy.

Rural residents seem to have been shafted over the years by city decisions.

One of these involved a tax grab with excessive water rates for rural property.

A plan to build a landfill just north of Moose Jaw failed when the RM of Moose Jaw declined to allow rezoning of the land.

The city went back to the drawing board and came up with two proposed locations north of the city.

If no agreement can be reached the city can apply to the province to annex the land — if the provincial authorities allow that measure.

One of the suggestions by landfill site opponents was to use the City of Regina landfill which is good for years to come.

That could be the beginning of a province-wide regional landfill program.

Alberta started a regional landfill program in the 1970s to collect waste

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

from certain sites then transferring it to a few permanent sites — great idea to remove costs from local government and treat waste more efficiently.

Saskatchewan was considering the same system under the New Democratic Party Government. When the Saskatchewan Party was elected that plan was shelved and local councils were left holding the garbage.

A regional landfill system would alleviate stress and cost on the municipalities which have some 800 landfill sites strewn across the province.

(As far as I am concerned) enforcement of landfill regulations would be much more convenient with a regional system.

Ron Walter can be reached at ronjoy@ sasktel.net

February brings storytelling and more to the Moose Jaw Public Library

As February unfolds, the Moose Jaw Public Library (MJPL) is marking Saskatchewan Indigenous Storytelling Month with programs that invite the community to engage with Indigenous voices, traditions, and storytelling through both family-friendly and adultfocused events.

Movie Club

The library’s Movie Club meets twice monthly to watch a film and engage in a short discussion starting at 6 p.m. in the library’s theatre.

• Girlhood: This movie was shown on Feb. 2.

• Love & Basketball: Love & Basketball is a romantic sports drama that follows two childhood friends whose shared love of basketball shapes their relationship as they pursue their athletic dreams. Show date: Tuesday, Feb. 17

The library’s Documentary Night showcases documentary films that rarely hit theatres and takes place on the last Thursday of each month starting at 6 p.m. in the library’s theatre.

• Banned Together: Banned Together tells the story of teenagers fighting to restore dozens of books banned from school libraries, set alongside broader anti-censorship and civil rights efforts defending the freedom to read. Show date: Thursday, Feb. 26

A few movie matinees will be screened for audiences of all ages in the library’s theatre starting at 2:30 p.m. Admission is free, and everyone’s welcome.

• Lilo & Stitch (2025): In Lilo & Stitch, “a lonely Hawaiian girl befriends a runaway alien, helping to mend her fragmented family.” Show date: Saturday, Feb. 7 (rated PG)

• The Hate U Give: The Hate U Give follows a teenage girl who witnesses her childhood friend’s death during a police encounter and must find her voice amid community pressure to stand up for justice. Show date: Saturday, Feb. 21 (rated PG) Maker Nights Maker Nights provide an evening dedicated to learning and creating with others. Register by calling 306-692-

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2787. The program runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room for ages 13 and up.

• Maker Night: Guests will do a needle felting project on Monday, Feb. 9. Advance registration is required.

• Teen Makers: Guests will make Valentine’s Day cards on Wednesday, Feb. 4

• Maker Saturdays: Guests will make a potted mandrake on Feb. 14, and needle felting cats on Feb. 28, both starting at 2 p.m. Advance registration is required.

Children’s programming LEGO Weekends: Are open for ages four and up during the library’s regular business hours on Saturdays and Sundays. In this self-guided activity in the Children’s Department, children can have fun building wild LEGO creations that they’re invited to put on display. Children’s Storytime programs run on separate days in the Children’s Program Room starting at 10:30 a.m. Here, young readers can enjoy a short story, rhymes, and songs as caregivers learn ways to improve early childhood literacy.

• Preschool Storytime: Wednesday, Feb. 4, 11, 18, and 25

• Daycare Storytime: Monday, Feb. 2, 9, and 23

Be sure to check out TumbleBooks for Kids, featuring an online collection of animated, talking picture books to teach children the joys of reading in the Digital Library.

Standalone events

• Paper Moon Writing Collective: Paper Moon is a monthly gathering for writers and creatives of all levels, offering guided prompts, quiet writing time, and optional sharing in a supportive, judgment-free space. Each session is led by Kara and explores a different theme on the first Tuesday of each month. For more information, email PaperMoonWritingCollective@ gmail.com.

• Come and Go Play: Enjoy a story, sensory activities, play, and meet new people in the Children’s Program Room from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays. The free event is a drop-in

program and you can come and go as you please.

• Valenslime: Join Miss A “for a lovable story” and to make your own “Valenslime” to take home afterwards on Saturday, Feb. 7. The event is intended for children ages two and up and will take place in the Children’s Program Room. Advance registration is required.

• Age-Friendly Book Chat: AgeFriendly Moose Jaw is hosting its Book Chat program for residents over the age of 55 in the lounge area at the Timothy Eaton Centre at 510 Main Street North from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 12. This month’s theme is “Classics.” For more information, call 306-692-2787.

• School’s out, the library is in: Families are invited to the library during the February break on Tuesday, Feb. 17, for a full day of self-guided activities for children. This includes pop-up storytimes, games, crafts, and more.

• Pipe cleaner people: Join Miss A to make “some cute, bendy, pipe cleaner people” on Saturday, Feb. 21. This event is intended for guests ages four and up and will take place in the Children’s Program Room. Advance registration is required.

• Rabbit and Bear Paws Puppet Show: As part of Saskatchewan Indigenous Storytelling Month, the library will host Rabbit and Bear Paws, a humorous and interactive storytelling presentation focused on sustainability and sharing. Designed for children ages six to 14, the program takes place in the library’s

Performing Arts Theatre on Monday, Feb. 23, from 10 to 11 a.m.

• Make Together: Guests are invited to attend “an evening dedicated to creating with others” on Monday, Feb. 23. Guests can bring any creative project to work on with others and are welcome to share ideas, techniques, and new media with each other. The drop-in program will be held in the South Meeting Room and is open to anyone over the age of 18.

• Storytelling with Debbie Sykora: As part of Saskatchewan Indigenous Storytelling Month, the library will host an evening of storytelling with Debbie Sykora, who will share stories rooted in her Métis heritage and her mother’s life. This drop-in program, intended for adults, takes place in the South Meeting Room on Tuesday, Feb. 24, from 7 to 8 p.m. Youth programming

The library’s Teen Anime+ Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. to watch anime, read manga, draw, chat, and eat Asian snacks. Anyone ages 12 to 19 is welcome to attend in the library’s theatre, and yes — cosplay is welcome.

• Next Anime+ meeting: Featuring “Kaiju No. 8” on Wednesday, Feb. 25 Teen Arts and Crafts

The Teen Arts and Crafts program takes place on the third Wednesday of each month for youth ages 12 to 19 and runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room. The program features art, crafts, snacks, and the chance to meet new friends.

• Rainbow suncatchers: Wednesday, Feb. 18

Teen Gamers

The Teen Gamers program provides an evening of video, card, and board games for youth ages 12 to 19. The program is held once a month in the Herb Taylor Room with snacks provided from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and no registration is required.

• Next Teen Gamers meeting: Wednesday, Feb. 11

Libby

Patrons can browse a collection of

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eBooks with no waitlist on the Libby app, available with a valid library card.

Hoopla

Patrons are invited to explore seven days of unlimited access to thoughtprovoking, quirky, and award-winning independent documentaries, series, and films, available on the Hoopla app with a valid library card.

Kanopy

Explore “the adventure of a lifetime” as seen through the eyes of acclaimed filmmakers for free through the Kanopy app, available with a valid library card. Study space: The public library has plenty of open space for students to

study, work in small groups, or just hang out. This includes free Wi-Fi access and staff who can help students access a wide variety of library resources.

The Rook Room: The public library concluded its partnership with the Moose Jaw Chess Club, replacing it with a staff-led program called “The Rook Room.” The program is held in the Reading Room and is free to attend on a drop-in basis.

• Next ‘Rook Room’ meeting: Saturday, Feb. 7, 14, 21, and 28

Magic: The Gathering (MTG): The public library has concluded its MTG program, citing an overall decline in

attendance. Former participants can reach out to Sanctuary Games at 11 River Street West by calling 306-6912025 for an alternative venue.

Tech Time: Tech Time offers one-onone instruction with modern electronic devices. Call the library to book a session.

Library of Things

The MJPL offers more than just books, including a telescope kit, radon testing kit, SaskBats bat detector kit, C-Pen Readers for patrons with print-reading barriers, and more through its Library of Things collection. Ask a staff member at the front desk for more information.

French-language programs

L’heure du conte is a French-language program for ages five and under with their caregivers. The program is held in the Children’s Program Room starting at 10:30 a.m.

• L’heure du conte: Saturday, Feb. 14

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.

Best of the West Cheer and Dance Championships set to energize downtown Moose Jaw

Hundreds of athletes, coaches, and families are expected to descend on downtown Moose Jaw this weekend as the Best of the West Cheer and Dance Championships make their return to the Temple Gardens Centre on Feb. 6 and 7.

The two-day event will bring competitive cheer and dance teams from across Western Canada to the city, filling the arena with high-energy performances, music, and pageantry. According to organizers, the championship will feature a wide range of divisions, from youth indies and duos to elite open coed teams competing at Levels 5, 6, and 7.

Competition gets underway on Friday, Feb. 6, with doors opening to spectators at 6 p.m. and performances beginning at 7 p.m. The opening session will run until approximately 9:30 p.m. and will include first-run performances for teams vying for qualification to The Cheerleading Worlds, as well as a number of specialty routines.

The schedule for Saturday, Feb. 7, begins early, with doors opening at 7:30 a.m. and competition running throughout the day in three separate sessions. Events will span novice divisions, all-star prep teams, pom, jazz, hip hop, scholastic cheer, and senior-level performances, concluding late Saturday night.

“The building is full. It’s busy. The music, the sound — it’s great. The routines that the teams do are just phenom-

enal,” said Shauna Fritzler, general manager of the Temple Gardens Centre.

Fritzler said the event requires a full arena conversion, with the ice surface covered and a dedicated cheer floor, backdrop, and staging installed.

“The group will come in and they basically take over the entire building,” she said. “It’s a big, wonderful event.”

She added that the championships

have become a highly anticipated date on the venue’s calendar.

“Everybody here at Temple Gardens Centre has really come to look forward to this event every year,” Fritzler said. “It’s really fun and it’s just exciting, and it’s got so much spirit and life to it.”

From a tourism perspective, the event is expected to generate strong foot traffic in the downtown core, with an esti-

mated 1,600 athletes attending alongside coaches, family members, and supporters.

“We’re very excited to be welcoming so many athletes and their coaches and families to the city,” said Everley Reid on behalf of Tourism Moose Jaw.

Reid said hosting a large-scale sporting event at a central venue benefits local businesses and helps showcase Moose Jaw to visiting teams.

“Whenever so many athletes come to the city, especially when it’s at a downtown facility like the Temple Gardens Centre, we know it’s good for business,” she said. “We’re hopeful it will be a busy weekend downtown and that athletes, between competitions, will have time to enjoy some of the great businesses we have here.”

The Best of the West Cheer and Dance Championships are owned by the Saskatchewan Cheerleading Association (SCA) and use SCA judging standards. The event also serves as an International All Star Federation (IASF) Cheerleading Worlds qualifying competition, with select teams competing for partial paid and at-large bids.

Tickets are required for spectators and are available through the Temple Gardens Centre box office at 110 First Avenue Northwest or online at SaskTix.ca.

For more information, including a full event schedule, visit BestOfTheWestCheer.com.

Southwest Day Care recognized with Rick Hansen accessibility award

Accessibility is woven into daily life at Southwest Day Care and Early Learning Centre, where executive director Lucille Gilliland, assistant director Taylor Brake, and staff focus on meeting children where they are.

That long-standing commitment was formally recognized after the South Hill day care received Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC), making it the seventh certified building in Saskatchewan and only the second licensed day care in the province to achieve the designation.

“We’re very proud and very honoured,” Gilliland said. “We were very impressed that we got our certification, because it’s a very detailed process.”

The certification followed months

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of training, evaluation, and on-site assessment through the Rick Hansen Foundation’s national accessibility rating program, with support from a Ministry of Learning grant. An independent assessor spent a full day at the centre reviewing accessibility features before the documentation was adjudicated and certification granted on Dec. 4, 2025.

Southwest Day Care received a RHFAC score of 62.5 per cent — a result Gilliland said aligns closely with other certified sites across the province and meets certification requirements. Certification under the Rick Hansen Foundation program requires a minimum score of 60 per cent, placing the centre’s result comfortably within the certified range.

Gilliland said the centre’s focus on inclusion has been part of its mandate since its earliest days.

“I started (the day care) in 1991 as an inclusive early learning centre. There was one in Regina, and I just loved it,” she said. “I finished my training through the University of Victoria and the University of Guelph, and I just thought, ‘This is what we need in Moose Jaw.’”

The certification follows the centre’s return home after nearly two years of renovations triggered by structural issues discovered in 2023. The centre reopened in early 2025 after completing a full rebuild supported by grants, community fundraising, and private donations.

The score is used as a benchmarking tool for accessibility and is not a pass-or-fail inspection or building code evaluation.

The non-profit is licensed for 54 children aged 18 months to 12 years and commits up to 25 per cent of enrolment to children with special needs and medical concerns. Its purpose-built space features adjustable lighting, accessible design throughout, and a ceiling-mounted HVAC system to support children with respiratory and other medical needs, while staff create and refine learning centres, visual schedules, and adaptive tools to help children participate fully in daily activities.

The centre remains in high demand, particularly since the introduction of $10-a-day child care.

“Day care has been very hard to find,” Brake said, noting the centre manages an active wait list and reviews potential intakes as spaces become available when children age out or families relocate, including military families.

Gilliland said this allowed accessibility to be embedded directly into the building’s design.

“We had architects come in help us design our centre to be inclusive and accessible,” she said. “Inclusive means everybody who comes in can be included and be part of our program.”

She credited the centre’s board of directors, staff, families, and volunteers, including board chair Stephanie Ramsey, treasurer Mark Dunne, former secretary Haley Keber, and fundraising lead Tricia Lundquist.

“We wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for that group and what they did with us,” Brake added.

Southwest Day Care and Early Learning Centre is located at 504 Fourth Avenue Southwest and can be reached at 306-693-6688. To learn more about the Rick Hansen Foundation, visit RickHansen.com.

Square One wraps January fundraising efforts, turns focus to ‘Walk for Warmth’

Square One Community Inc. is reflecting on a strong start to the year following a successful fundraising event this January, while encouraging residents to continue that momentum ahead of the upcoming “Walk for Warmth” in March.

January programming concludes Square One’s January programming concluded with a 1950s- through 70s-themed concert and dessert social featuring the Comfort Singers, held Jan. 29 at Zion United Church.

According to board member Della Ferguson, the evening drew strong community support, with 135 tickets sold, $4,250 raised, and an atmosphere she described as welcoming and upbeat.

“The Comfort Singers just brought the most beautiful, upbeat energy,” Ferguson said. “In the end, we raised $4,250, and I’m just really pleased and grateful for the response. What a wonderful thing to do on a cold winter’s night and for such an important cause.”

She said audience members sang along during the hour-and-a-half performance led by Joan Stumborg and the Comfort Singers, who donated their time and talent to support Square One. The event also featured a brief update from co-ordinator Maxton Eckstein before concluding with a dessert social in the downstairs social hall.

Throughout the evening, a draw was held for Square One’s Winter Warm-Up Raffle, supported by prize donations from local businesses and organizations that saw three winners take home prizes.

Ferguson said Square One was grateful for the support of Zion United Church, its

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volunteers, raffle donors, and community members who bought tickets, shared information, and attended the event.

“Our Supportive Housing Program is working hard to build the funds needed to increase staffing and expand the number of people we can serve,” she said. “We’re just grateful for every bit of support.”

Ferguson said Square

One will use February for a community-wide awareness and fundraising push, titled Home Is Where the Heart Is, encouraging residents to show their support ahead of the March walk. There are no stand-alone events planned for February.

Walk for Warmth

Building on that momentum, Square One is now preparing for the return of its annual Walk for Warmth fundraiser, scheduled for Saturday, March 14.

The 2026 walk will begin at 1:30 p.m. at the Square One Community office, located inside William Milne Place at 132 Fairford Street West — a change from previous

walk.

“We’re looking for walkers, teams, individuals, families, and classes to participate in our Walk for Warmth, and for community members to support them through pledges,” she said.

This year, Square One is offering an expanded donation

option through a new online portal, developed in partnership with the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation. This will allow supporters to give using debit or credit cards. For more information, visit SquareOneHousingMooseJaw. com.

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evening walks. Ferguson said the adjustment was made with participant safety in mind.

“We did have someone fall last year, and that really weighed on me. We want safety for those who are raising funds, so that’s why we changed it,” she said. “We’re hoping that by holding it on a Saturday afternoon, we might be able to have more families involved and more people open to being out and about.”

Participants will follow a mapped route through downtown Moose Jaw that highlights several of Square One’s community partners before concluding with a wind-up gathering at Zion United Church. Ferguson said the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) has volunteered to provide hot chocolate and cookies at the finish line.

Advance registration is required by visiting SquareOneHousingMooseJaw. com. Participants will receive pledge forms and event information upon registering, with pledged donations requested to be returned on March 13, one day before the

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Email: lgates@kanuka.ca

ACROSS

Sudoku #5 - Challenging

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49. Insect

11. Type of body fluid

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

ABIDE, ANYTIME, AUTONOMY, BUYER, COMFORTABLE CONFIGURATION, DOUBT, DUET, EASILY, EXECUTIVE, EXTRA FUTURE, INJURY, ITERATION, LARGER, LIGHT, LION, LUNCH MODEST, PARTY, PILOT, REAR, RURAL, SCHOOL, STREET, SUMMER TASTE, THROW, TOAD, TREND, VARIATION, WITHIN

Fill in the blank squares so that each row, each column and each 3-by-3 block contain all of the digits 1 thru 9.

1. Sleighs

6. Small amount

50. Adjusts

51. Abrasion

12. Nonpoetic writing

13. Stitched

10. Snakes

14. Desire

15. Anagram of “Nose”

16. Arid

54. French for “State”

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

56. Talk

57. Disfigurement

63. Hindu princess

21. Trades

25. River to the North Sea

26. Cast aside (archaic)

27. Food thickener

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17. Nimble

18. Fruity pastry

19. Think or believe (archaic)

20. Deadly nightshade

22. Diversion

23. Nothing more than

24. Harnessed together

26. Woman of rank

30. Cobbler’s tool

31. Addition

32. Long, long time

33. Beds

35. Hesitates

39. Daydream

41. Marjoram

43. Apple or orange

44. Period of discounted prices

46. Module

47. Gang

64. Be aware of

65. Upswell

66. Therefore

67. Gulf port

68. Long-legged wading

marsh bird

69. Small songbird

70. Silent assents

71. S S S DOWN

1. Sign of healing

2. Opera house box

3. Wicked

4. A small wooded hollow

5. Water vapor

6. Freeways (British)

7. In a silly way

8. Anagram of “Rent”

9. Property

10. Ankle bone or talus

28. List of choices

29. Approximation

34. Answers

36. Alley

37. Make a sweater

38. Drunkards

40. At the peak of

42. Royal

45. Assisted

48. Lament

51. Fastener

52. Small trout-like fish

53. Scope

55. Thigh armor

58. Cancel

59. Sounds of reproof

60. Colored part of the eye

61. Look at flirtatiously

62. Trawling equipment

205 WANTED

Looking To Rent - Garage/warehouse/ or unused semi-trailer unit. Prefer downtown area. Will consider other options. Can be reached at 306-313-3439.

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.

210 SERVICES

Moving jobs done reasonably: appliances, furniture, dump runs. Call to do it all. $45.00 a load.

306-630-2268

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 Li-

tre plastic totes - $50. 45-gallon metal barrels, $15 each. 306681-8749

Seniors ... need help with cleaning, decluttering, organizing, or small chores? Reasonable rates. Please call 306-313-8122.

160 MISCELLANEOUS

44CC RAPALA 8” Ice Auger extension in wooden boxes, used a couple of times. Asking $400. AQUA VU715 Camera with remote. $250 OBO. 306-692-0669.

200 LOST & FOUND

FOUND: Ladies watch in Princess Crescent area. Please call 306-630-2242 with a description to claim.

188 HEALTH & BEAUTY SUPPLIES

Mobility Scooter for Sale: The Express Element – Range 50 km, tubeless tires, LED lights, horn, speed up to 25/km, rear basket, under seat storage, and bag hook. BRAND NEW $3995.00. Call 306-694-1322 for more information.

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

1st – Linda Griffin & Gail Fitzpatrick

2nd – Anita Duncan & Jeff Bryant

3rd – Heather Wigmore & Debbie Cowan

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

1st – Judy Taylor & Heather Wigmore

2nd – Nancy Findlay & Joan Murphy

3rd – Linda Griffin & Anita Duncan

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

1st – Gail Fitzpatrick & Anita Duncan

2nd – Don MacDonald & Len Davidson

3rd – Nancy Findlay & Joan Murphy

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

1st – Don MacDonald & Len Davidson

2nd – Bob Paulowicz & Lawrence Fatteicher

3rd – Gloria Cowie & Wendy Friesen

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

1st – Joanne Gilbert & Gloria Cowie

2nd – Gail Fitzpatrick & Jeff Bryant 3rd – Len Davidson & Don MacDonald

Wednesday, December 31, 2025

1st – Anita Duncan & Gail Fitzpatrick 2nd – Don MacDonald & Len Davidson 3rd – Debbie Cowan & Jeff Bryant

For information about the Moose Jaw Duplicate Bridge Club contact Anita Duncan at (306)630-1256.

Bridge Lessons start on February 26, 2026. Contact Anita to register.

-- Mattie Stepanek

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.

Debacle

President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace was initially formed to pursue a lasting agreement for Gaza. “This isn’t the United States, this is for the world,” Trump declared. “I think we can spread it out to other things as we succeed in Gaza.” “Once this board is completely formed, we can do pretty much whatever we want to do,” Trump said in a statement. Time will tell whether this body will be the greatest thing since the founding of the United Nations or a huge debacle

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277 Iroquois St W Moose Jaw, SK

Next Service: Feb 8th, 2026 10:30am Rev. Doug Shepherd

Please include the Moose Jaw Health Foundation in your estate plan to help your community for generations to come.

Please contact us for more information Moose Jaw Health Foundation 55 Diefenbaker Drive Moose Jaw, SK S6J 0C2 Phone (306) 694-0373 www.mjhf.org

Debacle means a great disaster and a complete failure. Debacle is derived from the French word debacler (to unleash). The prefix des/de (in English ‘un’ meaning not or the opposite of) was added to bacler (to block or bar).

When debacle was first used in English (early 1800s) it referred to the breaking up of ice on a river after a cold winter. Then debacle was used to describe the rush of ice and water that followed the spring breakup. Debacle came to imply any type of violent, destructive flood. Then debacle was expanded to suggest any kind of breaking up and collapse. Eventually, debacle meant any disaster.

Synonyms for debacle include catastrophe, collapse, devastation, rout, and wreck.

Catastrophe implies a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin. Even with peace agreements in the works there is still a humanitarian catastrophe brewing in Gaza.

Collapse means a sudden loss of force, value, or effect. To prevent an electrical grid collapse, coal plants remain on standby during severe weather.

Devastation suggests being brought to a state of ruin or destruction. When tornadoes rip through a populated area there is considerable devastation.

Rout means a disastrous defeat. Once the backup quarterback had to come into the game the rout continued unabated.

Wreck implies a reduction to a ruinous state. If the invasion of Ukraine by Russia continues the country could become a wreck.

Debacle and fiasco are subtly different. A debacle can be a falling down of a large organizational structure because the foundation is weak due to poor management. Leaders create a financial or credibility crisis because of corruption. A fiasco is a complete failure that brings disgrace and humiliation. A debacle can be a fiasco, however, a fiasco is not necessarily a debacle. The performance that night was a fiasco because one ill-prepared actor got all the cues wrong.

Debacles can serve as turning points for success and learning.

In 2012, Jack Andraka, at age 15, won the $75,000 Intel ISEF Gordon E Moore Award for inventing a revolutionary test strip that can detect early stage pancreatic cancer. Jack Andraka knew that his basement lab was not sufficient for medical research to confirm his idea. He contacted many researchers in an attempt to find space within their facilities. He received 199 rejections. It appeared that his idea was turning into a debacle. Then, Johns Hopkins University accepted his proposal to develop a pancreatic cancer test that was 100 times better and 26,000 times cheaper than existing methods. Jack Andraka’s idea is in the patent process and will not be available to markets for years, yet the sensor strip he has developed has limitless applications because of the way it detects proteins. For Jack Andraka perseverance led to success out of a looming debacle.

Walt Disney (1901-1966) was fired from the Kansas City Star newspaper, when he was in his late teens, because the editor claimed he lacked imagination and had no good ideas. Walt’s creativity seemed to be a debacle. But Walt Disney kept moving forward with his dreams and eventually created Mickey Mouse and built a massive entertainment empire. A debacle can push a person to resiliency and triumph in the face of adversity.

One time my bread baking seemed to be a debacle when the loaf did not rise properly. However, I found the heavy rye bread as the most delicious toast to be consumed. What seemed like a debacle turned into a glorious accomplishment.

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.

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Going ABOVE and BEYOND expectations is what sets us apart

Red carpet premiere gives Voltage ’25 youth their moment in the spotlight

Long after the final credits rolled, youth involved in Voltage ’25 were still lingering inside Joe’s Place on Jan. 20 — signing autographs and soaking in a night designed to celebrate their work.

The returning red carpet movie premiere, which marked the first public screening of the Voltage ’25 film, drew approximately 165 attendees and stretched well beyond its scheduled end time.

“The movie premiere this year was incredible,” said Joe Dueck, founder of Joe’s Place. “It was our biggest one yet … and it was just so fun from beginning to end.”

The premiere serves as a capstone to months of behind-the-scenes work tied to Voltage, the youth centre’s annual chemfree New Year’s Eve event. There, members of the Joe’s Place Media Alliance take part in a large-scale multimedia drama performed live just before midnight, supported by original video segments, props, and costumes built throughout the year.

Planning begins months in advance with scriptwriting, set builds, filming, and rehearsals, culminating in a live New Year’s Eve performance that is later edited into a full-length film.

“The movie premiere is the first time that the Voltage movie is played,” Dueck said. “All of our youth actors, many of whom don’t have a lot of acting experience, get to come and see themselves on the big screen.”

For many, it was their first time acting and being publicly celebrated for that work.

“We especially want to highlight (that many of these youth) may not have

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acted before and did so incredibly,” Dueck said. “We think that they deserve to feel like stars.”

That sense of celebration began with a Wrapture Limousine ride up Main Street, followed by a Hollywood-style red carpet walk as youth were greeted by cheering friends and family at the centre.

“We had tons of photographers taking pictures, so they felt really important,” Dueck said. “That’s what we want to leave them with — that knowledge that we care about them, and that they are important and incredible.”

Inside, youth posed for a celebrity photoshoot at a sponsor photo wall, shared an appetizer-style meal sourced from local businesses, and then gathered to watch the film premiere. As the credits rolled, every contributor — from actors to prop builders — saw their name on screen.

“We put a ton of work into ensuring that everyone who is a part of it is mentioned in the credits,” Dueck said. “They get to see their name roll by, and they get to stand up and everyone cheers for the

Moose Jaw Music Boosters fundraiser set for Feb. 5

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The Moose Jaw Music Boosters will host a rib and Caesar salad fundraiser on Thursday, Feb. 5, at The Mad Greek Restaurant.

The $25 meal includes boneless Greek ribs, Caesar salad, and garlic toast, with both dine-in and takeout options available.

Funds raised will help support

student music initiatives, including the upcoming Moose Jaw Junior Select Band event this spring. For tickets or more information, contact the Moose Jaw Music Boosters at MJMusicBoosters@gmail.com or call 306-690-5485. For further details, see Page A3 of the Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, edition of the Moose Jaw Express.

part that they played in the movie.”

With a cast and crew of 114, the celebration saw youth signing photos on every available surface.

“Every pool table, every ping pong table, and every foosball table was being used to sign autographs,” Dueck said. “That started at about 8:50 p.m. and I think it went until 10 p.m.”

For Dueck, one of the most powerful moments of the night came during the film credits.

“The credits not only have every-

one’s names … but it also has pictures of those people doing the work that they did to make it all happen,” he said. “That was a very powerful thing to see.”

Dueck said the night offers encouragement during what can be a difficult season for many youth. “They just get this moment of warmth and encouragement and applause that can be life changing.”

Many former Joe’s Place youth now return as professionals, volunteers, or sponsors — a full-circle tradition that continues to shape the event. “They’re giving back to the organization that they were a part of all those many years ago,” Dueck said, adding that the premiere “draws people in from miles away and from years back.”

Dueck also acknowledged the support of event sponsors, noting their contributions are recognized in the film’s end credits.

For more information, visit JPYC. org or “Joe’s Place Youth Centre (official)” on Facebook. Joe’s Place Youth Centre is located at 402 Main Street North and can be reached at 306-6935637.

UPCOMING EVENTS IN MOOSE JAW

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

The Prairie Knitting and Spinning Fibre Arts Group meets the first Saturday of each month at the Zion United church on Main Street from 1:00-4:00. Next meeting is February 7th. Free to attend.

The Moose Jaw Camera Club will be holding their regular club meeting on February 9 at 7PM at the Cosmo Center and is excited to be hosting Greg Johnson, The Tornado Hunter. Greg is a dynamic speaker who will be sharing a few tricks that you didn’t know existed on your fancy digital camera, along with some great stories! Non members can attend as a Guest for a minimal fee or join the Club at reduced rates for the remainder of the season. Come out to see what the club has to offer, you won’t want to miss this opportunity!

Town ‘N Country Mall

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

Saturday Feb 7 Come make a clay charm bracelet for your loved one. There will also be Vendors throughout the hallway.

Thursday Feb 12 Galentines at Maurices 4pm - 7pm

Monday Feb 16 SCRAPS will be hosting a Family Fun Day from 12pm to 4pm with Pinata Pull at 1:30pm and 3:00pm.

Tuesday Feb 17 Tupperware Bingo @7pm Doors open @6:30 Bring in a mall receipt from this day and receive a free card.

Saturday Feb 21 Chinese New Year celebration hosted at the mall to feature Kung Fu performers along with Lion Dance demonstrations and will be a great familyfriendly cultural experience for the community @ 1:30 until 2:30 for Lion Dance and Kung Du Demos

Bridge Lessons Feb 26 – 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

MOOSE JAW LAWN BOWLING on the turf at Yara Centre welcomes everyone to come try this sport for all ages and abilities. Tues and Thurs @10 am, only Yara walking track fee for the equipment and instruction also provided. For more information text 306-630-8160. 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: January, 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 once-a-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 inperson, 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 meetingsWednesday 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) offers 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.

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

Facebook @ ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONBranch 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 @ 3pm - Everyone 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: 306-694-4223 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 – Starting November 25 @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 Senior Citizens’ Centre Weekly Activities – 235 3rd Ave. N.E. Phone 306.692.6072 or email cosmo@sasktel.net

Check them out on Facebook.

Monday: Indoor Walking – 10:45am to 12:30p.m/10:45a.m. Beginner line dance/ Pickleball 9am/Shuffleboard 1pm/Pickleball 8:30a.m.

Tuesday: 9:30am-Jam Session/1pmPickleball/7pm-Friendship Bridge/7pmBeginners Only Pickleball/ Indoor Walking - 8:15am and 11:30am
Wednesday: 8:30amTOPS/8:30am-Pickleball/10:45q.m. Fitness Class/1pm-Floor Shuffleboard/ Indoor Walking - 11:30am/ Pickleball 3:45pm and Beginner Pickleball 7:00pm
Thursday: 10am-Line Dance/10:30a.m. Euchre/1pmPickleball/ Indoor Walking - 8:15am and 12:00pm/ Hand/Foot Canasta - 1:30pm/ Beginner Pickleball - 3:15pm and Advanced Pickleball - 6:30pm
Friday: Pickleball 8:30a.m./ Indoor Walking – 10:45am to 12:30am

Saturday: Advanced Pickleball9:30am/10:45 Cornhole/Pickleball - 1:00pm Saturday, February 21 - El Camino Cabaret and Dance - $15/person, Cash Bar and Doors open 6:00, Dance 7:00pm - 10:00pm. Tickets available at the Cosmo Centre.

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”

EVERY SUNDAY: Aerie “Meat Draw” – ticket sales start at 2:30 pm – Meat Draw, 50/50, Mystery Draw, “Chase the Ace”

MONDAY THRU SATURDAY – DROP IN POOL – 1:00 pm to 1:30 start time. Singles and Doubles. Partners draw from those attending to play.

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

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

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Province gives nearly $22K in charitable grants to Moose Jaw-area communities

Five communities in the Moose Jaw area have received nearly $22,000 in charitable gaming grants from the provincial government, with the money supporting groups such as veterans, sports and dancing.

The $21,786.87 is part of a larger amount of $329,000 that the Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan (LGS) recently provided to more than 300 community groups across the province during the third quarter of 2025-26.

The area communities that benefited from the charitable grants include Central Butte, Moose Jaw, Riverhurst, Shaunavon and Willow Bunch.

Central Butte

Central Butte’s Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 213 received $550 for initiatives.

Moose Jaw

Groups in Moose Jaw that received charitable gaming grants include:

• Minor football: $6,085.08

• U18A Warriors hockey: $1,432.50

• U18AA Warriors hockey: $747.34

• Running Wild Rescue: $720

• 1856 Army Cadet League Support Committee: $578.50

• Dance Express Troupe: $113.75

• Church of Our Lady Parish: $6,920.59

• Fraternal Order of Eagles Club No. 3395: $2,299.44

• Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 59: $964.58

By MooseJawToday.com staff

• Fraternal Order of Eagles Club No.

3395 Ladies Auxiliary: $228.13

• Moose Jaw and District Senior Citizens Association Inc.: $125.87

Riverhurst

The Riverhurst and District Lions Club received $398.18 to pursue various projects.

Shaunavon

Shaunavon High School received $198.13 in charitable gaming grants for student-focused initiatives.

Willow Bunch

Willow Bunch’s Jean Louis Legare Regional Park Authority received $424.78 to support the greenspace. Government commitment

“Our government is committed to the people of Saskatchewan and charitable gaming grants are one of the ways in which we deliver on that commitment,” the Hon. Jeremy Harrison, minister responsible for LGS, said in a news release.

“These gaming grants support charitable and nonprofit organizations involved in a diverse range of activities, including arts, culture and sport, hospital foundations, service clubs and more.”

For example, the 96th Highlanders Pipes and Drums received a charitable gaming grant in 2025. They offer music lessons to young people for instruments, including bagpipes, snare drum, bass drum or tenor drum.

“Charitable gaming grants make it

possible for the 96th Highlanders Pipes & Drums to offer affordable music instruction to youth across our community,” chairwoman Krista Noble said.

“These funds help cover the costs of instructors, instruments, uniforms, and competition travel. Thanks to this support, we are able to keep our program accessible to all young people who want to learn and be part of the band.”

These grants went to more than 100 Saskatchewan communities across all four corners of the province, while $49,911 was distributed to groups in Saskatoon and $47,054 went to groups in Regina, the province said.

Other regions across the province that also received funding included:

• Prince Albert and area: $22,423

• Meadow Lake and area: $16,328

• Humboldt and area: $46,028

• Weyburn, Estevan and area: $25,256

• Melville and area: $4,350

• Swift Current and area: $19,987

These quarterly grants are paid to groups and organizations in good standing that conduct licensed charitable gaming activities such as bingos, raffles, break-open ticket sales, Texas Hold ’Em poker tournaments and Monte Carlo events, said the province.

The grants are equal to 25 per cent of the net revenue raised by each charitable event, to a maximum of $100,000 per group or organization annually.

The amount of each grant paid by LGS to each charity is calculated by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) based on financial reports and other information submitted by the group or organization, the province added. Groups can apply through SLGA’s charitable gaming licensing process at www.slga.com/permits-andlicences/charitable-gaming.

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