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‘Healthcare Rocks 4’ returns with U2 tribute in support of local hospital care Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
Residents are invited to turn up the volume for local health care this spring, as the Moose Jaw Health Foundation (MJHF) prepares to host its fourth annual “Healthcare Rocks” fundraiser in support of improved medical care at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital. Healthcare Rocks 4, presented by Cypress Paving Ltd. with Leroy and Leroy as MC, will take place starting at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, at the Moose Jaw Centre for Arts and Culture. “It’s going to be a beautiful day to rock for a great cause … all in support of our health care heroes,” said MJHF CEO Kelly McElree. This year’s event will feature U2Desire, billed as the number one international U2 tribute act, performing a playlist that spans the iconic band’s decades-long career such as “Vertigo” and “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For.” According to McElree, the group delivers a full concert experience that closely mirrors the original group’s style. “I’m pretty sure they haven’t performed in Saskatchewan before, so this will be a first for them,” he said. “They look like U2, they sound like U2, and they perform like U2 on stage. It’s going to be quite the treat for everyone in Moose Jaw.” Healthcare Rocks has developed a strong reputation beyond Moose Jaw, becoming well known within the tribute-artist community and drawing high-calibre performers, according to McElree. “Last year, Elton Rohn reached out to us because his friend from Simply Queen (highlighted Healthcare Rocks 2 in 2024). He reached out and said, ‘You know, my mom was from Moose Jaw. I’d really like to come and perform at your event. I hear it’s great,’” McElree said. The decision to invite U2Desire stemmed from this development. “This year, we asked what kind of bands (residents) want to see. A
few people mentioned U2,” McElree added. With performances already booked in Edmonton and Calgary, the tribute band was able to add Moose Jaw as a natural stop along the way. “They’re really excited to come here, and they never performed in our community before.” The night will begin with a reception featuring U2-inspired appetizers prepared by Grant Hall, along with a themed silent auction, exclusive merchandise, and photo opportunities, including a Joshua Tree backdrop inspired by the band’s iconic album imagery. “Our health care workers are very, very important in our community. We want to do everything that we can to support them with funds and new equipment to help make their job easier. We want to make people healthier in our community, and so it all comes together,” he said. Proceeds will go toward a future MJHF campaign focused on enhancing cancer care. While details have not yet been publicly announced, McElree said more information is on the way. “It will be a significant campaign,” he said. “So stay tuned.” McElree said the event is all about giving back while having fun, and guests are welcome to dress as their favourite rockstar “and get ready to rock out.” “It’s pure energy and fun, and people need more fun in their lives,” he said. “This is an affordable way to come out and make a difference in someone’s life while having a rockin’ good time.” Tickets for Healthcare Rocks 4 go on sale to the general public on Friday, Jan. 16, at noon, priced at $50 plus taxes and fees. Tickets are available through the Moose Jaw Centre for Arts and Culture box office at 217 Main Street North or online at MooseJawCulture.ca. For more information about the Moose Jaw Health Foundation, visit MJHF.org.
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WDM illuminates visitors’ understanding of 75-year-old trolley Jason G. Antonio - MooseJawToday.com
It’s been more than 50 years since a trolley coach at the Western Development Museum (WDM) last accepted passengers, but upgrades will help illuminate visitors’ understanding of the vehicle’s history. Museum technician Jason McBain and volunteer Greg Wise recently installed lighting inside Trolley 177, which enables the WDM to showcase the vehicle — constructed in 1951 and last used in Saskatoon in 1974 — and its advertising posters. According to the museum’s Facebook page, Saskatoon was transitioning from streetcars to trolley coaches in the late 1940s and early 1950s. It purchased eight trolleys in 1948, while by 1951, another 16 such vehicles joined the fleet — including Trolley 177. Canadian Car and Foundry in Fort William, Ont. — now Thunder Bay — constructed the vehicles, which cost $24,000 each and could carry 48 passengers, the WDM said. The trolleys were quieter than streetcars and could pull up to the curb, giving Saskatoon’s streets a modern feel. However, by 1974, the era of trolley coaches concluded, as Saskatoon converted its entire fleet to diesel-powered buses, the Facebook post added. The WDM’s Moose Jaw location later acquired the vehicle for its Land Gallery display. The vehicle has stayed in the same condition as when the organization first received it decades ago, while staff have not done anything with it, explained Karla Rasmussen, the WDM’s operations manager. However, when McBain began working a year ago, he suggested that it
Moose Jaw’s Western Development Museum recently upgraded Trolley 177, which was constructed in 1951 and last used in Saskatoon in 1974. Photo courtesy Facebook
would be cool to illuminate the trolley’s dark interior so visitors could see the 1970s-era ads inside, she said. Since the vehicle is an artifact and visitors are prohibited from entering it, McBain investigated how the WDM could make the trolley more inviting, Rasmussen remarked. His efforts led to the museum opening the vehicle’s front and back doors so guests could see the inside — and the “neat advertisements” — from both directions. “It’s something that is appealing to many folks. It’s been a very popular post on our Facebook page … ,” she said, especially with automobile and transportation enthusiasts. “And it’s just tremendous that peo-
ple can find a new way to look at something that’s been on display for 40 to 50 years and come back and see it again with fresh eyes,” the operations manager added. McBain said the museum has many artifacts it wants to improve, upgrade, “liven up” or make more interactive. Overall, the goal is to “optimize the displays” to provide the best possible customer experience. “Everything I do here at the museum has its own interest and level of excitement,” he said. “It’s always fun to be able to improve something and allow people to get more out of their experience …” The biggest challenge with lighting
the trolley was providing power to it, as McBain and Wise had to run a line from another location, drill a hole through a wall and do so in a discreet manner so people wouldn’t notice, he recalled. Moreover, since the trolley is an artifact, they couldn’t drill into it. Lighting the vehicle has made “a huge difference,” since visitors can now see the advertisements and feel more welcome, he continued. Moreover, the bus’s exterior sign is also lit, which shows that it once transported people to Saskatoon’s university area. McBain added that people should continue visiting the WDM to learn about other artifacts the organization is upgrading or changing, as his next project will better illuminate the vintage bicycle room. Besides the trolley, McBain — who is “really great” at collaborating with volunteers — has helped make other artifacts more accessible, Rasmussen said. This has included the Red Pheasant biplane, the Batoche Ferry and its Model T Ford car and a unique VW Beetle. Overall, Rasmussen thought the trolley upgrade was “so cool,” especially since she had worked at the WDM for 9.5 years and was thrilled that some projects could still surprise her. This project also encouraged regular visitors to stop and inspect a vehicle — especially the vintage interior ads — that may have “become wallpaper” and that they bypassed while walking around the building, she added. For more information, visit https:// wdm.ca/visit/moose-jaw. Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 690-5965.
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Editor’s Note
The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the position of this publication.
Tonight I was scrolling through my photos on the phone trying to find a specific picture that for sure I thought was no more than four or five years ago…and I kept scrolling and scrolling and went back further and further. Yes, it took some time, but I did find it and it was almost eight JOAN RITCHIE - years ago when it happened. I am sure I am not the only Moose Jaw Express person around that wonders EDITOR where the time has gone…really, I look at the mirror at the same person that looks back at me everyday for quite a few decades now. I try not to look too closely and examine every flaw and detail, because honestly I know it’s the same person in there that I have always known…maybe not
exactly loved every day of my life, but I can come to terms with who I am and where I am now still going forward. I’m ok with it and to tell you the truth, I like it. Wow, there’s been a lot of water under the bridge that has flowed by, just like a life that has continued to live to the beat of their own drummer through time. Some things change and some things remain the same and some things need changing but that takes time and I’m working on it. I think as we get older, we need to be kinder to ourselves to accept our idiosyncrasies and not be so judgemental and harsh with our own lives. It really is a truth that we need to love ourselves before we are even able to fully love another person the way they should be loved. We were all born to be who we are and that is the best thing in the world that God made each person individual with their own giftings
and abilities. Isn’t it wonderful that we aren’t cookiecutter copies of each other? I am the oldest kid, aka senior now of my siblings who aren’t far behind either, and I always joke that God gave one of my sister’s all of the beauty and the other one all of the brains but in reality, I truly am happy with the person I am and the gifts I have been given and the special family I am able to call my own. I also have a brother who is smart, good looking and a joy to keep us old girls in line and I feel more than blessed that God was so kind to me to fit me into the mould and family He gave to me…I can count my blessings from here to eternity… So, in all this, I want each person to stand up and value themselves for the wonderful creation they were meant to be. It’s not a co-incidence for who you are, something unique and special as one of God’s creations.
Residents invited to showcase local winter trails in provincial photo contest Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
As winter settles in across the Prairies, residents in Moose Jaw are being encouraged to bundle up, stay close to home, and capture the season’s beauty on local trails as part of a province-wide winter photography contest. The Saskatchewan Trails Association (STA) has launched its annual Winter Photo Contest, inviting Saskatchewan residents to submit images taken on trails anywhere in the province throughout January. The contest runs from Jan. 1 to Jan. 31 and is open to photographers of all skill levels.
While provincial in scope, the initiative offers a timely reminder that Moose Jaw and the surrounding area are home to accessible winter trail options that can be enjoyed without crossing borders or travelling far afield. With ongoing political and logistical disruptions affecting travel to the United States, the contest places a spotlight on staying local while still embracing outdoor recreation. “This contest is about celebrating the unique charm of Saskatchewan’s trails in winter and inspiring others to get outside and explore,” the association
SNAPSHOT: Marking Epiphany at St. Agnes School
Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express SNAPSHOT: Rev. Deacon Lamont Dyck of St. Joseph’s Parish chalked and blessed the front doors of St. Agnes School in observance of Epiphany, celebrated in 2026 on Jan. 6 as a Christian feast marking the revelation of Jesus to the Magi. Students from Grades 1, 4, 7, 7/8 and 8 gathered outside the school for a brief prayer and celebration, taking part in the traditional buildingblessing custom commonly associated with Epiphany, also known as Three Kings’ Day. The blessing reflects a longstanding faith tradition that marks the close of the Christmas season and invites reflection on sharing one’s gifts of time, talent, and service within the community. Photo by: St. Agnes School
Hikers make their way along a snowcovered trail in this image by Jennifer Gauthier, submitted to the Saskatchewan Trails Association’s Winter on the Trails Photo Contest 2025 and featured on SaskTrails.ca. Photo by: Jennifer Gauthier/ SaskTrails.ca
said in a release. Entries must be high-resolution and include the location where the photo was taken. Multiple submissions are permitted, although each image counts as a single entry. All Saskatchewan residents are eligible to participate, though STA board and staff members are not eligible to win. A range of outdoor-themed prizes is available, including a top prize package featuring a YETI Hopper Flip portable cooler, a Stanley AeroLight Transit
Bottle, polarized sports sunglasses, and a tactical flashlight. Additional prize packages will be awarded to two honourable mentions. Submitted photos may also be featured on STA’s website, social media platforms, or printed materials, with credit given to the photographer. By entering, participants confirm they own the rights to their images and consent to their use under contest guidelines. Founded in 2004, the STA works with communities across the province to promote trail development, encourage active lifestyles, and preserve natural landscapes. Its work includes supporting both urban and rural trail networks designed to serve a wide range of users year-round. Participants are invited to submit photos taken while walking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, or otherwise enjoying Saskatchewan’s winter trail system. Images can be shared publicly on social media using the hashtag #winteronthetrailsphotocontest2026 and tagging @SaskTrails, or submitted by email to Info@SaskTrails. ca. Contest winners will be announced in early February, following the Jan. 31 submission deadline. Full contest rules, more details, and past winning photographs are available at SaskTrails.ca.
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Grey Cup visit reflects Moose Jaw’s growing role as a ‘home away from home’ for Riders One of the most sought-after prizes in Saskatchewan sports history made a quietly powerful stop in downtown Moose Jaw this month, as the Grey Cup — proudly captured by the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2025 — arrived at The Mad Greek restaurant, offering an unexpected and intimate moment that Rider fans have learned never to take for granted. The trophy was brought to the city on Jan. 3, by Brooke Kosolofski, a longtime athletic trainer with the Moose Jaw Warriors who now works with the Roughriders as an assistant athletic therapist. Accompanied by family and friends, Kosolofski stopped in at the downtown restaurant during an afternoon visit, turning an ordinary winter day into a small but memorable chapter in the province’s green-and-white legacy. Restaurant owner John Iatridis said the visit came together informally and without public fanfare. “Brooke, who brought (the Grey Cup) to town, is a friend of ours. He was a long-time trainer for the Moose Jaw Warriors,” Iatridis said. “When Brooke was bringing it to Moose Jaw, I reached out and said, ‘Did you want to come by here?’ and he said, ‘Absolutely.’” The Grey Cup arrived at the restaurant around 4 p.m. and remained on site until early evening. Iatridis said he deliberately chose not to promote the visit too loudly at the time. “They had a big group that was coming to visit, and I wanted to give them their time without (an audience),” he said. “It was just a treat for them to be here, and for our customers who were here.” Even without an announcement, word spread quickly among diners and led to an unexpected surprise for patrons who were thrilled to see the cup up close. “There were some kids who got to see it and they were thrilled. There was one lady who came with her children and she was like, ‘Oh my God, you wouldn’t believe … my husband is the biggest Rider fan. We came to town and this is his favourite place to eat — I didn’t think he could like it more than he already does,’” Iatridis said. “He started texting pictures to his brother. This just made his whole day. He couldn’t believe
Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express because they are Saskatchewan’s team.” That philosophy, he added, extends beyond the CFL. “I think it’s really important for community-owned teams to receive a lot of support from the community,” Iatridis
said. “I would love nothing more than to see our rink filling up a little more (for Moose Jaw Warriors games), too.” The Mad Greek restaurant is located at 925 Main Street North and can be reached at 306-693-4333.
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Brooke Kosolofski, left, eats ribs from the Grey Cup during a visit to The Mad Greek restaurant in Moose Jaw on Jan. 3, as owner John Iatridis, right, shares the moment. Photo by: I ate at The Mad Greek/ Facebook
the cup was here and he was just disappointed that he didn’t wear his toque and jersey.” In true Mad Greek fashion, food was never far from the spotlight. With Kosolofski in full agreement, the Grey Cup even played host to the restaurant’s signature dry ribs — mindfully placed in a bowl inside the trophy for sanitary reasons. “I looked at him and I just said, ‘I want you to eat some ribs out of there,’” Iatridis said, laughing. “And he goes, ‘I want that too!’” The visit also extended beyond the public area of the restaurant. “For me, one of the best parts was being able to (take the Grey Cup to show my employees). Brooke looked at me and said, ‘You know what, take it and go into the kitchen with your staff,’” Iatridis said. “My cook looked at me and said, ‘Can you please get a picture of me with it? My mom’s going to be so jealous.’” While the Grey Cup’s visit was a highlight in itself, Iatridis said it also reflects a broader vision he continues to champion — positioning Moose Jaw as a welcoming stop for Saskatchewan’s team. “It’s the Saskatchewan Roughriders, right? It’s not the Regina Roughriders,” he said. “We’re trying to work with tourism to get something going to get them here — whether it’s a Rider day, trolley rides, hotel stays, or meals — just
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All America Selections for 2025 – Part II
All America Selections (AAS) is a non-profit trialing organization that tests new, never-before-sold varieties of plants for the home gardener. Read on for the results after a full season of anonymous trialling by volunteer horticultural professionals. Only the top garden performers are given the AAS Winner award designation for their superior performance. The AAS Winner label is like a stamp of approval as their mission is to promote new garden varieties with superior garden performance. Their tag-
line “Tested Nationally and Proven Locally®” most definitely says it all! The 2026 winners will be available for purchase for the gardening season as supply becomes available. It is sometimes difficult to get the seed or the plants desired when the winners are just announced but if you go to the All America Selections website, they list the seed houses that sell seed of the winning plants. Check out the following link for more information https:// all-americaselections.org/buy-winners/ Last week, we covered some of the All America Selections 2026 edible winners and now we move onto the ornamental winners. Coreopsis Sunglobe brings brilliant, season-long colour to all the sunny spots in your garden. Producing tons of fluffy, golden yellow, semi-double flowers on sturdy stems, this tidy plant will deliver multiple flushes of vibrant gold from spring through fall. Dianthus Supra Cherry Picotee F1 will give your garden an unparalleled display of colour. This interspecific hybrid delivers eye-catching blooms on a compact but bushy plant. It is heat and
drought resistant and takes little care for the colour it delivers - including deadheading. Heliopsis Sole Giatto will bring sunshine to your garden in containers or borders. It is approximately 20 inches (50 centimetres) in height and spread and throughout the season will effortlessly attract beneficial pollinators while resisting deer and rabbits. It is rated zone 3 to 8 so in a sheltered location or with some snow will be perennial in nature. Rudbeckia Claire™ Orange F1 is the first pollen-free F1 hybrid Rudbeckia! It is exceptionally vigorous, has impressive floriferousness and great heat and disease tolerance. It literally transforms your garden with effortless cheer. Sedum Spectacular grown from seed delivers rock-solid garden performance. These sturdy, full and non-flopping plants will give your garden excel-
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Tim Hortons seeks charity applicants for 2026 Smile Cookie campaign Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
Tim Hortons locations in Moose Jaw are calling on local charities to apply to become the beneficiary of the April 2026 Smile Cookie Campaign, a major annual fundraiser that directs all cookie sale proceeds back into the community. The request for proposals is being co-ordinated by local Tim Hortons owners Don, Aurora, and Grayson Howe, who operate restaurants in Moose Jaw, Weyburn, and Maple Creek. As in past years, 100 per cent of Smile Cookie sales will be donated to the selected organization. “We will be accepting proposals until Jan. 20, as we have to submit the charity of our choice to our marketing director by Jan. 23,” Aurora Howe said. According to Howe, eligibility hinges on two key requirements: registered charitable status and the ability to organize volunteers to assist with cookie decorating throughout the campaign week. “I think the most important thing is that the charity submitting the proposal must be registered and be able to provide documents stating such. Also, they must be able to provide and/or arrange volunteers to assist our teams in decorating the cookies,” she added. Organizations interested in applying are asked to submit a one-page proposal outlining basic organizational information, the communities they serve, documentation confirming registered charitable status, if
Representatives from the Moose Jaw Humane Society accept a cheque for $24,764 from the Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign during a presentation at the Temple Gardens Centre in December 2025. Tim Hortons is now accepting proposals to determine the next beneficiary for the April 2026 campaign. Photo by: Tim Hortons Moose Jaw
applicable, and details on how the funds would be used if selected. Proposals must also specify the amount of funding requested and describe how the organization would support the campaign, including anticipated volunteer participation. The Smile Cookie Campaign has a long history with Tim Hortons, dating back to 1996 when it was
launched in support of Hamilton Children’s Hospital in Ontario. Since then, the initiative has expanded nationwide, with restaurant owners supporting more than 550 local charities, hospitals, and community programs each year. Locally, the campaign has proven to be a significant source of funding for community programs. In spring 2025, the Smile Cookie Campaign raised $34,276.54 for Hunger in Moose Jaw’s Child Nutrition Program, which provides daily lunches to hundreds of students across the city. That effort was supported by dozens of volunteers who helped decorate cookies throughout the week. Later in the year, the Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign raised $24,764 for the Moose Jaw Humane Society and Tim Hortons Foundation Camps. Howe said charities are encouraged to reach out even if they are not selected for this particular round. “I would like to say that any registered charity interested in partnering with us can send a proposal at any time as we run two Smile Cookie Campaigns each year and are always seeking local charities to work with,” she said. “We will revisit charities we have used in the past but are open to partnering with groups new to us as well.” Proposals or requests for more information can be emailed to aurora@kadon.ca before Jan. 20.
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WDM fundraiser collects over 300 pounds for food bank Jason G. Antonio - MooseJawToday.com
Moose Jaw residents facing food insecurity will have extra support this year, thanks to the generosity of history buffs and community-minded donors who supported a recent Western Development Museum fundraiser. The WDM concluded its monthlong “Stuff the Superior Food Drive” on Jan. 4. The event aimed to “drive away hunger” over the Christmas season by encouraging residents to donate nonperishable items to fill the back of the organization’s 1925 Chevrolet Superior truck, located in the building lobby. “It went really well. The back of the truck is completely full … . It was very successful,” said Karla Rasmussen, the WDM’s operations manager. “For a first go at it, I’m more than pleased with the response we had from our visitors.” Continuing, Rasmussen said volunteers and staff also donated food and hygiene products, while a group that rented a room during the Christmas season donated as well. This support was wonderful, considering the museum didn’t do much to promote the month-long event aside from posting on social media and conducting media interviews, she noted. Yet, the organization will likely make the fundraiser an annual event — and promote it earlier and more often — due to the community’s support. While the WDM had not yet weighed the donations, Rasmussen believed the organization collected roughly 150 kilograms (330 pounds) of food and hygiene products. She commended people for providing hygiene items — such as deodorant, toothpaste, feminine supplies and toilet paper — since that meant they reviewed the Moose Jaw and District Food Bank’s wish list.
During its recent fundraiser, the Western Development Museum collected nearly 330 pounds of food and hygiene items for the food bank. The donations shown are in the bank of a 1925 Chevrolet Superior truck. Photo courtesy Karla Rasmussen
Moreover, she noted that employees did not have to clean out the truck bed during the fundraiser, but instead, strategically rearranged the items so they didn’t overflow. “I think people are very aware — even acutely aware — of some of the hardships that folks are facing in our community. And it can happen to anyone,” said Rasmussen. The economy has changed significantly during the past few years, which is likely on most people’s minds since they realize they — or people they know — could face financial hardship, she continued. So, she believes residents showed their generosity since the Christmas season is all about giving and putting others first. It was mainly Moose Jaw residents who donated to the “Stuff the Superior Food Drive,” which meant most were already familiar with the 1925 Chevro-
let Superior truck, Rasmussen said. Yet,
many were still keen to take a picture with the vehicle, since the century-old automobile is an ambassador for the WDM. “It’s rather famous for our little museum here,” she remarked, noting that it’s a “nice little touchstone” and that people “thought it was pretty neat” since it acted as the collection vessel. “Just like Christmas is supposed to be held in our hearts year-round, I think thinking of others … in need should also be top of mind year-round, not just the holiday season,” said Rasmussen, noting that she hoped this fundraiser inspired people to donate to the food bank more often or monthly. Rasmussen added that the WDM hoped to deliver the supplies to the food bank by Jan. 9. Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 690-5965.
SNAPSHOT: A fresh delivery for Hunger in Moose Jaw Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
SNAPSHOT: Muhammad’s No Frills donated 105 loaves of bread to Hunger in Moose Jaw on Jan. 6, providing added support for the non-profit’s ongoing food and child nutrition programming. “105 loaves!!! This is a huge help!” the organization shared in a public thank-you message following the delivery. Pictured are a Hunger in Moose Jaw representative, left, and No Frills owner Muhammad, right. To learn more, visit HungerInMooseJaw.org. Photo by: Hunger in Moose Jaw/Facebook
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Reflective Moments
By Joyce Walter - for Moose Jaw Express The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the position of this publication.
Would scarf have saved jacket from peeling leather? On a recent foray into a closet in the house, I came across the sadness of a once fashionable black leather-ish coat for which I paid handsomely on a shopping trip for clothes about a decade ago.. I wore my new jacket often and to a variety of venues where friends continued to compliment me on its look and fit, with the qualifying remark from one friend, that now all I needed was a scarf to complement the style of the jacket. Noooo, not a scarf, I said out loud and in my mind. I explained that scarves give me a claustrophobic feel and I simply couldn’t wear such a garment, no matter how in style I would appear, standing there in my new jacket. My phobia is all my Mother’s fault. In the winter, I could not leave the house without a hand-knit scarf being wrapped around my face and head and held in place with either a safety pin or a knot that would never come undone without
adult assistance. She did leave space for my eyes to navigate the path. While I might not have had a frozen face, neck, forehead or head, I suffered greatly from the laughs and titters of schoolmates who watched me being unravelled by the teacher. As an adult I still have concerns about being confined by scarves and crowded elevators. I do admit that most ladies look so very elegant with their scarves of many colours and fabrics, adjusted in so many ways around their necks and shoulders, inside and outside their coats, over sweaters and tunics with leggings. I have also sat there in awe, watching them tie and flip and make just the right number of knots to accomplish a certain look. Feeling like I was letting down my new jacket, I figured I could tolerate a scarf if it weren’t wrapped tightly and if it didn’t come up too high on my chin. But what kind of scarf should I buy and how would
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I learn how to arrange it so it didn’t look like some amateur was at the end of the knot? Off to Google I went and was shocked at how many sites offered lessons in scarf arrangement. Some of them were written by and for scarf experts, talking about something called the European loop and the Waterfall. I moved on to learn about styles that go in the hair, around the head, tied at the side or in the back, over the coat or tucked into the dress belt. Sites talked about Arabic scarf designs and circular and infinity scarves. My Mother would have been so happy to know that she was well ahead of her time. What I needed was a site, “Scarf tying for Dummies,” so I kept searching and found one that came with 10 easy lessons on how to arrange and wear scarves that would make others think I had just come off the red carpet of scarves. The first lesson was to take a long scarf and fold it in half.
This looked easy, so I read on. Then drape the folded scarf around the neck. I figured I could manage that too. Now the lesson said to take one end and pull it through the loop. What loop? Nothing had indicated there would be a loop. And then I was supposed to twist the loop. I still haven’t figured out where the loop would be so twisting it wasn’t an option. But wait, the next step was to pull the other end through the loop and adjust. Can you imagine Housemate’s laughter if I had actually tried this with a scarf and needed him to extract my hands which would have been caught in the loop that was being adjusted. Further reading suggested a turban-style scarf fold. Wait a minute: that’s the style all the girls of my age wore to keep their rollers and bobby pins in place at night. And Heaven help the boyfriend who visited unexpectedly and caught us with a dish towel folded on our heads.
I continued to wear my new jacket without any scarf embellishments over several seasons until I noticed peeling leather or what passed for leather. The peeling was most prominent on the left shoulder area, right smack dab where the shoulder strap of my rather heavy purse would rest and where the car’s seat belt would also rub. So, the questions must be asked: would a scarf have protected the leather? Possibly. And would I have enjoyed wearing this piece of clothing with a scarf in accompaniment? Absolutely, positively no. Maybe next time I should insist on a warranty of the leatherish product, sans scarf. Or better yet, listen to naggers who insist I shouldn’t be carrying such a heavy purse unless I’m planning to spend the night. Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net
Mike Huehn advances to quarterfinal round of the Greatest Baker Challenge Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
Local baker Michael Huehn, owner of The Travelling Bakery, has now advanced to the quarterfinals of the Greatest Baker Challenge, following the conclusion of the latest round of public voting. Huehn shared the update with supporters on Jan. 8, confirming that he has advanced successfully and thanked the community for its continued support throughout the competition. Voting for the next round is set to begin on Monday, Jan. 12, and runs until Wednesday, Jan. 21.
The Greatest Baker Challenge is decided entirely through public voting, with contestants advancing based on relative ranking within their group. Updates and voting links are shared through Huehn’s Facebook page, “Travelling Bakery,” and additional information about the contest is available at GreatestBaker.org. Look for further details on Page A10 of the Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025, edition and Page A31 of the Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, edition of the Moose Jaw Express.
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Rising costs keep demand high at Moose Jaw & District Food Bank in 2025 Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
The Moose Jaw & District Food Bank continued to see sustained demand throughout 2025, distributing 314,361 pounds (142,592 kg) of food to individuals and families across the community, according to yearend statistics released by the organization. “Every pound tells a story of compassion, dignity, and neighbours helping neighbours,” the food bank stated in its 2025 community impact update. “Together, we are making a difference — one pound, one family, one act of kindness at a time.” Usage data released throughout the year, beginning in July 2025, show a steady flow of clients, with weekly and monthly figures illustrating the scope of need across Moose Jaw. Demand for food bank services has increased amid rising grocery and housing costs, compounded by broader economic uncertainty. In a March 2025 interview, Moose Jaw & District Food Bank executive director Jason Moore said housing affordability has become a key driver of food insecurity, noting that “if your rent is higher, then you’re picking, ‘Do I have a place to live, or do I have food to eat?’” In November 2025 alone, the food bank served 1,048 families, representing 2,230 people, including 1,490 adults and 740 children. To meet that demand, 29,577 pounds (13,416 kg) of food were distributed. The week of Nov. 10 to 14, 2025, saw 235 families supported, with 465 people receiving assistance and 6,904 pounds (3,132 kg) of food distributed. The week of Nov. 3 to 7, 2025, recorded 269 families served and 566 individuals supported, with 8,139 pounds (3,692 kg) of food distributed. October figures showed similar levels of demand. During the week of Oct. 27 to 31, 2025, 181 families
were assisted, with 406 people receiving food support. By month’s end, 31,269 pounds (14,183 kg) of food had been distributed in October alone. Earlier in the month, the week of Oct. 6 to 10, 2025, saw 266 families served and 606 people supported, including 231 children. That week accounted for 8,209 pounds (3,724 kg) of food. In September, weekly reports showed between 199 and 228 families accessing the food bank, with total monthly distribution reaching 27,501 pounds (12,474 kg) of food. In August, the food bank distributed 27,647 pounds (12,540 kg) of food, with weekly totals ranging from 5,341 pounds (2,423 kg) to 8,526 pounds (3,867 kg). During the first week of August, 565 people were supported. July data showed that demand for food
MJPS arrests two men in connection with robbery on Wood Lily Drive By MooseJawToday.com staff
Following a joint investigation with the Saskatoon Police Service, the Moose Jaw Police Service has charged two individuals in relation to an armed robbery that occurred on Dec. 4, 2025, at a business on the 0 block of Wood Lily Drive. As a result of the investigation, Vanush Prashar, 22, and Gurleen Singh, 27, have both been charged with armed robbery and disguise with intent. Both Singh and Prashar were arrested in Saskatoon. Gurleen made his first appearance in Moose Jaw Provincial Court on Jan. 5. Vanush will appear in court on Jan. 6. Original information The Moose Jaw Police Service asked for the public’s assistance in identifying two males who are suspects in an armed robbery from Dec. 4, 2025. On that date, officers responded to a report of a robbery that took place at a business on the 0
block of Wood Lily Drive. According to the information received from the victim, two males entered the business, threatened and tied up the victim, and proceeded to steal cigarettes and cash from the business. One of the males was armed with a firearm. The two males then fled the business in what appeared to be a white Dodge Durango. A licence plate number was not captured. One male was described as wearing a black hoodie, a black mask, beige pants, and black shoes. The other male was described as wearing a blue hoodie, a black mask, black pants, and Nike shoes. Anyone with further information on the two males is encouraged to contact CRIME STOPPERS at 1-800-222-8477 or the Moose Jaw Police Service at 306-694-7600.
bank services remained steady through the summer. Throughout July 2025, 755 families accessed services, with 1,811 people supported, including 639 children. In total, 26,100 pounds (11,839 kg) of food were distributed that month. Based on available weekly data reported between July and November 2025 — noting that not all weeks in the year were documented — the average weekly usage was 479 people and 213 families. The median weekly usage during that period was 465 people and 207 families. Within that reporting period, weekly usage ranged from a low of 378 people to a high of 606 people. Each statistic represents more than just a number. “Behind every number is a neighbour who had one less worry because of your generosity,” Moore said in an earlier interview. “Thank you to our donors, volunteers, and community for standing with us.” The food bank encourages residents to help maintain this momentum by donating food, contributing financially, or volunteering their time. Donations can be made online at MJFoodBank.org/Donate, while volunteer applications are available at MJFoodBank.org/ Volunteer. The Moose Jaw & District Food Bank is located at 270 Fairford Street West. For more information, visit MJFoodBank.org, email EndHunger@MJFoodBank. org, or call 306-692-2911.
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PRAIRIE SOUTH SCHOOL DIVISION
THE NEXT PSSD BOARD MEETING IS TUESDAY, FEB 10, 2026
Starting this September, Lindale School will become the first school in Moose Jaw to operate on an alternate calendar that will see students have more Fridays off throughout the year. However, while students — most of whom are from outside the city — will have 14 more Fridays off starting in the 2026-27 year, they will also spend 26 minutes more in class on the other four days. Trustees with Prairie South School Division received the school community council’s (SCC) request to move to an alternate school-year calendar during their Jan. 6 board meeting. Members voted unanimously to approve the proposal and directed division administration to complete a follow-up review in spring 2028. The SCC followed Administrative Procedure (AP) 130 during this yearlong process, which included having conversations with families — during public gatherings and student-led forums — and answering questions, explained Jennifer Prokopetz, superintendent of school operations. Furthermore, division administration met with the SCC to discuss the process’ next steps, such as setting pa-
Lindale students to have more Fridays off under new calendar Jason G. Antonio - MooseJawToday.com
rameters for the vote and the desired percentage of people in favour, she continued. One reason Lindale wants to switch to the alternate calendar is because of attendance issues — data shows they are most absent on Fridays — and the fact that the school wants to maximize the instructional time when students are in school, Prokopetz noted. The division also knows that families value their children’s education. Parents have said they appreciate having one or two Fridays off a month so they can participate in extracurricular activities, have family time, and attend appointments and other activities that force kids to miss school, she said. The new calendar means they can do all that. “Another advantage of the alternate calendar is certainly travel time on buses,” Prokopetz stated. “For some families that live far out of town, they appreciate maximizing the time kids are at school and reducing (the) time they are riding the bus.” The SCC received “pretty strong feedback” on the proposed change, as 80 per cent of families voted, with 75 per cent in favour, Prokopetz said. Lindale’s council then sent the results to the divi-
sion office and board of education. The superintendent added that administration will meet with the SCC in spring 2028 to review whether the school likes the alternative calendar or wants to return to the regular one. Ryan Boughen, director of education, said that besides receiving direction and information from administration, SCC members also acquired information from other rural schools — particularly in Assiniboia — that had moved to an alternate calendar. He added that, to date, no school on the alternate calendar has returned to the regular one. Trustee Lew Young pointed out that Lindale will become the first school in Moose Jaw to operate on the alternate calendar. However, he wondered whether that meant students in the city could leave their current buildings and start attending Lindale. Prairie South has boundary catchment zones, where students must attend the school near where they live, replied Prokopetz. So, if students inside or outside Moose Jaw want to attend another school, they must ask for an exception. “So whether or not somebody wants to go to Prince Arthur School and they
live outside of … (that) catchment area … or any of our other (city) schools, it would be the exact same process,” she said, adding that the division office would consider many factors when approving or denying boundary change requests. Trustee Shawn Davidson said the success of the alternate calendar has been clear over the years, as “sound evidence” has shown that all communities that have adopted this new calendar have said they would never return to the old timetable. To him, that was a “ringing endorsement” that the calendars were well-received by schools. Continuing, he said Prairie South and its predecessor school divisions have been using alternate calendars for decades, even before he became a trustee. This change will enhance PSSD’s #YourPresenceMatters attendance campaign — the province has recognized Prairie South’s high attendance levels — since Lindale students will be in school more often, Davidson added. He also thought the alternate calendar would help drive the division’s success in promoting attendance. Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 690-5965.
PSSD to shred 65-year-old student files and other decades-old records Jason G. Antonio - MooseJawToday.com
With students from Riverview Collegiate’s graduating class of 1961 now in their 80s, Prairie South School Division has decided to destroy those youths’ files as part of a regular cull of old records. The organization stores thousands of documents at its board office in Moose Jaw and at Empire School, and, in accordance with appropriate provincial legislation, policies, and records retention and disposal schedules, certain records and paperwork have reached their useful purpose and will soon see the shredder. The Local Authority and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act also requires school divisions to dispose of records with personal information after the information is no longer needed. During the board of education’s re-
cent January meeting, division administration presented a list of 83 files that it planned to turn into itty-bitty pieces. The list shows that the records were from schools such as Riverview and Gravelbourg, from legacy school divisions such as Moose Jaw Public, Thunder Creek, Borderland, Golden Plains and Red Coat Trail, and from Prairie South’s current incarnation. The oldest files are student record cards from Riverview’s 1961 class, which, based on provincial legislation, were to have been kept until students turned 25 — which would have been in 1988, the report showed. Meanwhile, other documents include accounts payable reports, attendance and enrolment data, bank reconciliations, budget documents, financial reports, athletics permission forms,
hockey registrations, home-school files, late slips, grades, personnel files, service recognition books, health forms, teacher attendance data and year-end files. Many of these documents only need to be kept for seven years, the report said. Yet, aside from the 1961 materials, the second-oldest files — teacher attendance data and students’ marks from Riverview — were from 1975, while other materials ranged from 1991 to 1998 to 2004 to 2011. Ron Purdy, superintendent of finance, told the board that the division stored most of these records at Empire, but decided to shred many of them because the school had closed. Meanwhile, administration planned to keep the remaining student cumulative files at École Palliser Heights School since it had space.
Trustee Shawn Davidson joked that the records from 1961 were “timely,” but he was glad to see them shredded. He then wondered if Prairie South had caches of records hiding in other basements. In response, Purdy said there were no other hidey-holes with old paper records waiting to be shredded. Instead, the division would keep students’ cumulative files at Palliser until the youths turned 25 before destroying the records. He added that he didn’t think there were any more financial reports from 1998 from legacy school divisions hiding anywhere, although he still had to inspect some boxes in the board office basement. Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 690-5965.
PRAIRIE SOUTH SCHOOL DIVISION
THE NEXT PSSD BOARD MEETING IS TUESDAY, FEB 10, 2026
Caronport Elementary School (CES) wants to improve student attendance and engagement, but with data indicating that youths are absent mostly on Fridays, it believes switching to a new calendar can address that issue. Three members of the school community council (SCC) presented information during Prairie South School Division’s Jan. 6 board meeting showing that, from 2023 to 2025, there were nearly 3,000 student absences on Fridays. In comparison, absences hovered around or under 2,500 during the other four days. The school shared this information with the SCC and staff, who unanimously agreed that administration should investigate adopting an alternative school-year calendar, principal Leisa Neufeld told the board. School administration dug up the numbers because it wanted to improve attendance and student engagement as part of CES’s learning improvement goals, she continued. With data showing that Friday had the most absences, the school built its goals around improving engagement on that day. The results showed that student absences decreased slightly from 2023-24 to 202425, but not as much as hoped, Neufeld said. Conversations among teachers then turned to whether an alternate calendar could improve attendance, since families wanted Fridays for non-school activities. The principal added that CES is the only rural school in Prairie South not on the alternate calendar, so adopting it would align the school with its rural partners.
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Caronport Elementary School hopes new calendar will reduce absentee rates Jason G. Antonio - MooseJawToday.com
Division administration told MooseJawToday.com that the alternate calendar would include 14 more Fridays off throughout the year, but students would spend 26 minutes more in class on each of the other four days. Also, CES would maintain its hour-long lunch hour and not change to a shortened break. The SCC wanted to support the school’s attendance goals, so a year ago, it began discussing whether it should survey the community about this topic, said Jori Williams, SCC cochair. Then, in September, the process of communicating with the community formally began. “As an SCC group, (we are) united in that moving forward,” she remarked. Before conducting a survey, the group held an information night to answer any questions parents may have had, Williams said. That event produced good conversations, while people also expressed excitement for changing to a new school calendar. The SCC then held a week-
long online survey in early November, giving the community a chance to say whether they favoured or opposed the change, she continued. SCC members also asked for written responses to better understand people’s thoughts. The results showed that 75 per cent of the CES community completed the survey, and from that number, 70.1 per cent supported the new calendar. Moreover, 22 families submitted written responses; one concern mentioned was whether children’s attention span would last an extra 26 minutes in class. “We were just encouraged by that engagement … ,” Williams added. Cheryl Crocker, SCC cochair, said the group appreciated the written comments, since respondents said they wanted a better work-life balance, more time with family, more time for medical appointments, time to leave early for weekend sports tournaments, or the ability to find child care. Having more Fridays off would also reduce the need for
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substitute teachers, of whom there is a shortage, she pointed out. Continuing, Crocker said Caronport is a unique community, since Briercrest Christian Academy has half days on Fridays, while the college has no school that day. Furthermore, the town is very transient, since people move there — with their families — for a year to attend college or seminary, before leaving again. So, adopting the alternate calendar would align CES with the other educational institutions in town, Crocker remarked. “… we really felt that, as
an SCC, we did everything in our control to give everybody a voice. And that everyone had ample opportunity and time to participate,” she said, adding that people may not have voted because the change wouldn’t drastically affect their lives or wasn’t important to them. After the presentation, the board unanimously approved the request, with the alternate calendar to commence in the 2026-27 year. Also, division administration will complete a follow-up review in spring 2028. Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 6905965.
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO AMEND ZONING BYLAW NO. 5346 The Moose Jaw City Council intends to consider a bylaw pursuant to The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend the City of Moose Jaw’s Zoning Bylaw No. 5346. The proposed amendment would restrict Community Service/Institutional, currently a permitted use in the C2 District, by making it a discretionary use in this district. Additional information may be found at www.moosejaw.ca under “City News.” Public feedback and questions on the proposed Bylaw may be directed to Planning and Development, 228 Main Street North, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 3J8, by phone at 306-694-4443, or by email at planning@moosejaw.ca. All written submissions must be received by 10:00 am on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The proposed Bylaw and any related submissions will be considered at the regular meeting of City Council in Council Chambers, City Hall, at 4:30 pm on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. DATED at the City of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan this 18th day of December 2026. Tracy Wittke City Clerk
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Tourism Moose Jaw announces 2026 board of directors Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
Tourism Moose Jaw has confirmed its board of directors for 2026, with all candidates being acclaimed following a recent call for nominations. In an update released in early January, Tourism Moose Jaw said it received six applications for seven available board positions. As the number of candidates did not exceed the number of openings, no election process will be required and all nominees will join the board by acclamation. The acclaimed board reflects a mix of returning and new members with experience across tourism, hospitality, marketing, finance, and community leadership, according to the organization. Six individuals will join or continue on the board as part of the 2026 intake. Ashley Regan, owner and operator of Eyemersion, brings a background in human resources and prior board experience. Larry Rutherford, food and beverage director at the Temple Gardens
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Centre, has worked in that role for the past four years and has served on several local boards. Also acclaimed is Aaron Ruston, a financial planner and owner of Purposed Financial Corporation, who has experience serving on boards of both local and international organizations. Justin Thomas, sales manager at the Temple Gardens Hotel & Spa, brings more than seven years of experience in hospitality and tourism. Two board members with prior
experience at Tourism Moose Jaw will also continue their service. Bobby Hill, general manager of the Tunnels of Moose Jaw, has been a Tourism Moose Jaw board member since 2023 and has served on the executive for the past two years. Lindsay Curties, an account manager with Golden West Radio and Homefield, has more than 20 years of experience in her field and has served on the board since 2022. In addition to welcoming new and continuing members, Tourism Moose Jaw acknowledged the commitment of its returning board members, who will continue to provide leadership and continuity in the coming year. Those members include Rick McKeown of SaskPromo; John Iatridis of The Mad Greek restaurant; Gerard Milburn of Prairie Bee Meadery; Devonne Lalonde of the Moose Jaw & District Chamber of Commerce; Linda Lin of Hopkins Dining Parlour; and Patrick Boyle, who serves as the city council representative.
“We are grateful to everyone who expressed interest in serving on the board and look forward to working with this dedicated group as we continue to support and grow tourism in Moose Jaw,” the organization said. “Thank you for your ongoing support, and best wishes for a happy and successful New Year.” With the board now confirmed, Tourism Moose Jaw will move ahead with its work for 2026, including destination marketing, industry partnerships, and initiatives to support local businesses. The board of directors provides governance and strategic oversight as the organization works to promote Moose Jaw as a destination and support continued growth in the local visitor economy. Tourism Moose Jaw is located at 450 Diefenbaker Drive and can be reached at 306-693-8097. For further updates, find “Tourism Moose Jaw” on Facebook or visit TourismMooseJaw. com.
Tourism Moose Jaw developing ideas to attract more visitors in 2026 Jason G. Antonio - MooseJawToday.com
Tourism is a big part of Moose Jaw’s economy, so one industry group is developing concepts to attract more visitors to Moose Jaw in 2026 and encourage past tourists to return. “It’s just going to be (a) great (year). We’re excited about the new year … ,” said Donna Fritzke, executive director of Tourism Moose Jaw. The tourism organization has been working to create many new and exciting ideas for 2026, while it hopes those objectives produce fruit so that the year is busy and fun, she continued. One idea is to contact bus tour operators and travel operators to encourage them to make Moose Jaw a part of their itineraries. “So, the whole goal is to … make them feel warm and welcomed. And we’re working on that right now,” the executive director remarked, noting that there is plenty to do and see here. Fritzke pointed out that Moose Jaw has the most tourist attractions per capita in Canada, which is amazing since that allows Canada’s Most Notorious
City to boast about — and showcase — its activities. So, Tourism Moose Jaw wants to work with tour operators and other industry groups to help them fill their buses and have them visit the city, she added. While the community has the tunnels and the spa as its two main attractions — the murals are also a big draw — Fritzke said that the forthcoming Brunswick Hotel on River Street will likely make for a third big place for tourists to visit. “I think that’s going to be huge. It’s going to bring in a different clientele,” she continued. “And, it’s a high-end hotel, and I think it’s going to do wonders for our downtown and for the whole community. “I’m really looking forward to this new building.” Meanwhile, Fritzke noted that “the very best part” about her job is meeting people who come from elsewhere in Canada and from the United States of America. These interactions allow
staff at the visitor centre to ask where people are from and what brought them to Moose Jaw. Continuing, she said many Americans visited the community last summer, while it was fun for employees to discuss how they came, why they chose to stay in Moose Jaw and what they were looking for as tourists. “That, to me, is probably the most important aspect of what we do, is making people feel welcome,” Fritzke said. “And we want people to visit Moose Jaw, and we are just so excited to have them. “And our staff are incredible people who really care about what we do and take the time to hand out visitor information, maps (and) directions,” she noted. “And we just want people to come back.” Many Americans said they came because it was less expensive to visit Moose Jaw than elsewhere in the States or Canada, Fritzke recalled. One tourist said she loved coming to Canada
because of Tim Horton’s coffee, while others visited because their family and friends live here. Moreover, some tourists were Canadians who were moving from one coast to the other and stopped briefly for a rest, she said. Overall, many visitors enjoyed taking pictures of Mac the Moose. “We have such a unique (visitor) centre, and we are definitely the welcome mat to Moose Jaw,” Fritzke remarked. Tourism Moose Jaw’s main goal is to bring people to the city and create a memorable experience so they will return, she said. The organization is developing new trolley tours — the tours beat all revenue records last year — to create those fond memories “deliver the ‘wow’ factor.” “So, we’re really looking forward to the new year,” Fritzke added. Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 690-5965.
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Moose Jaw man jailed for using ‘excessive force’ that killed dog Jason G. Antonio - MooseJawToday.com
Frustrated that his dog wouldn’t co-operate, Jeffrey Quinn Stuart assaulted the animal and wrapped a leash around its neck, resulting in the pooch asphyxiating and the man going to jail. Stuart, 39, appeared in Moose Jaw Provincial Court on Dec. 16, 2025, where Judge Brian Hendrickson sentenced him to four months of incarceration. During an earlier trial, the judge found the man guilty of being responsible for an animal and causing it unnecessary pain, suffering or injury, contrary to the Criminal Code.
Stuart will spend two years on probation after his release from jail, while he must follow conditions, such as keeping the peace and being of good behaviour, reporting to a probation officer, and taking anger management and personal programming. Furthermore, the judge prohibited him from owning, caring for or controlling any animal for three years, while he gave the former Moose Jaw resident one year to pay the $100 fine. The Crown had asked for a 12-month jail sentence and a lifetime
probation on owning animals, while the defence — which opposed any prohibition — wanted a six-month conditional sentence order, a suspended sentence with six months of probation, or a 90day intermittent jail sentence. Judge Hendrickson noted that a necropsy showed that the dog died of asphyxiation, while it also had damage to its organs because of Stuart’s kicks. Judge Hendrickson — who accepted Stuart’s remorsefulness and commitment to take treatment — then reviewed several similar case-law examples. He
said that animal cruelty offences are violent and serious, so sentences must focus on deterrence and denunciation, and consider the nature, pain and suffering the animal experienced. Judge Hendrickson acknowledged that Stuart used “excessive force” in handling Prince. Yet, he also believed the man overreacted, while he believed the man’s actions were due to anger — and not hatred or malice — over the dog not co-operating. Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 690-5965.
Teen gets three years of intensive rehab for attempted murder charge Jason G. Antonio - MooseJawToday.com
A Moose Jaw teenager who pleaded guilty to attempted murder will spend the next three years in a rehabilitation centre receiving intensive treatment for his psychological illnesses. The 17-year-old, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA), appeared in Moose Jaw Provincial Court on Jan. 9, where Judge David Chow sentenced him to three years — the maximum allowed — in custody under the YCJA’s Intensive Rehabilitative Custody and Supervision (IRCS) Program. The youth will serve two years in custody and one year in the community under supervision. The IRCS program is a therapeutic sentencing option for youths suffering from a mental illness or disorder, psychological disorder or an emotional disturbance and who are convicted of murder, attempted murder, manslaughter
and aggravated sexual assault, according to the federal justice department. The guilty plea is in connection with an incident that occurred on July 14, 2025, where police responded to a trailer court on the North Service Road for a weapon-related call involving a firearm. Crown Prosecutor Robbie Parker explained that the teen’s co-accused, Megan Windover, sent the victim a text, saying there was a gathering and he should come. The man caught a ride, and as the vehicle arrived, the 17-yearold discharged a shotgun through the passenger’s window, hitting the victim in the shoulder and head. Parker added that some of the shotgun pellets also hit the driver. EMS later transported the victim to the hospital with serious injuries; the teen and the victim knew each other. Parker said he and Merv Nidesh, the
teen’s defence counsel, agreed that the youth should serve three years through the IRCS Program for the attempted murder charge. Furthermore, the Crown said the youth should receive 12 months — to be served concurrently — for the other charges, including eight months in custody and four months under community supervision. Also, the teen must provide a DNA sample and is prohibited from possessing a firearm for two years. Judge Chow said he reviewed two psychological evaluations and concluded that the boy suffered from a mental illness. Moreover, he acknowledged that the teen’s participation in the program is appropriate, based on confirmation from a government official. Continuing, the judge said that all the reports he reviewed caused him “significant concern,” since they showed that the youth refused to accept respon-
sibility for his criminal behaviour — he usually pointed to his mental illness as an excuse — and used violence to resolve disputes. “He needs intensive rehabilitation from trained professionals, if we as society expect him to alter his way of thinking, to take responsibility for his actions and to become a productive member of society,” the judge said. The proposed sentence was appropriate, would hold the teen accountable, promoted responsibility and would deter him from similar conduct, Judge Chow said, adding that he would recommend the boy be held in a secure venue in Regina so his family could visit him and support his rehabilitation and treatment. Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 690-5965.
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From The Kitchen
By Joyce Walter - For Moose Jaw Express
Save brown paper bags for baking apple pies I have not been a success story in relation to keeping New Year’s resolutions. Therefore, I do not make resolutions. Instead this year I did think about one thing I could do with some success: I could promise to learn one or two new things during 2026. They would be new things to me, but not necessarily to anyone else. With all the turmoil in the world around us, why not dedicate oneself to the easy concept of never being too old to learn something new. That’s where Paper Bag Apple Pie comes to the stage and the curtains open to reveal my first newlylearned lesson of 2026. I’ve seen the recipe’s name in several older cookbooks but figured no one would bake their pies in paper bags and if they did, surely only a mess would result. I can create a mess without a paper bag being involved. While recently going through an old cookbook I came across the recipe again and decided to figure out the story behind apple pie in a bag. According to Google sources, the story of the
paper bag apple pie traces back to an old Amish cookbook, gaining modern fame from The Elegant Farmer bakery in Wisconsin, known for its signature “Apple Pie Baked in a Paper Bag.” Supposedly the bag which creates an incredibly moist filling and crunchy, crème brûlée-like topping by trapping steam and shielding the crust from direct heat. The recipe is featured this week for anyone who wants to learn something new with me. ••• PAPER BAG APPLE PIE 1-9 inch pie shell, unbaked 7 cups baking apples 1/2 cup sugar 2 tbsps. flour 1 tsp. nutmeg 2 tbsps. lemon juice Topping: 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup butter or margarine Core and quarter the apples then cut each quarter in half crosswise to make chunks. Combine, sugar, flour and nutmeg and sprinkle over the apples. Spoon into the pastry shell. Drizzle with lemon juice. Mix remaining flour, sugar and butter until crumbly. Spread over apples to cover top. Slide pie into a heavy brown paper bag large enough to cover pie loosely. Fold the open end over twice and fasten with paper clips. Place on a cookie sheet to avoid burning. Bake at 425 degrees F for one hour. Split bag open to remove pie. Be careful of the hot steam. Cool on wire rack. Serve plain, with cheese or ice cream. Cuts into 6 pieces. Note: I also learned that one can also bake a traditional two-crust pie in a paper bag with mouthwatering results. Just omit the second amount of sugar, flour and butter. Baking time might take 1015 minutes longer. Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net
Moose Jaw Express Stocking Campaign helps raise $18K for Salvation Army Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
Community generosity once again translated into meaningful local impact this holiday season, as the Moose Jaw Express helped raise nearly $18,000 through its annual Christmas Stocking Campaign in support of the Salvation Army of Moose Jaw. According to Major Byron Kean, corps officer for the local Salvation Army, the Stocking Campaign brought in $17,914, exceeding the campaign’s $15,000 goal by nearly 20 per cent. “We were quite thrilled with the response from the Express Christmas Stocking Campaign this year,” Kean said. “When you go 20 per cent over your goal of $15,000, it’s a wonderful thing and a tribute to the community that we live in.” Kean said surpassing the target is especially meaningful given the broader economic pressures facing many households. “We understand that many individuals don’t have the flexibility this year that they had last year because of the economy,” he explained. “This has been a tough year all the way around.” The Express-led fundraiser is a long-standing partnership that complements the Salvation Army’s wider Christmas efforts, including its annual kettle campaign, Christmas hampers, Adopt-A-Family program,
David Klatt with the Moose Jaw Express, left, stands with Major Byron Kean of the Salvation Army of Moose Jaw, right, while delivering proceeds from the newspaper’s Christmas Stocking Campaign on Jan. 9. Photo by: Aaron Walker
the Christmas Assistance Program, and the Teddy Bear Toss during one Moose Jaw Warriors home game each December. Funds raised through the Stocking Campaign help ensure resources are available both during the holiday season and throughout the year for families in need. Kean emphasized that community-based fundraising efforts like the Stocking Campaign play a vital role
in sustaining services when other donation streams may fluctuate. Funds raised through the Stocking Campaign are used to support both the Christmas Assistance Program — directly affecting approximately 200 families in Moose Jaw — and other year-round programming, including food supports, children’s programming, and emergency family services offered through the Salvation Army in Moose Jaw. Kean said the organization relies on a combination of seasonal campaigns and community partnerships to meet local needs as they arise throughout the year. “We would not be able to do what we do without the support of the community,” he said. “It’s not something that we take lightly, and we want people to know that we truly appreciate everything that they do and all that they give.” The Moose Jaw Express Christmas Stocking Campaign ran from Dec. 1, 2025, to Jan. 5, with 100 per cent of proceeds directed locally to support Salvation Army programs in Moose Jaw. For details on donating or volunteer opportunities, visit the Salvation Army Thrift Store at 175 First Avenue Northeast, call 306-692-8858, or find “The Salvation Army in Moose Jaw” on Facebook.
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Multicultural council offers January programs to help newcomers settle into Moose Jaw Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
The Moose Jaw Multicultural Council (MJMC) is launching a series of January programs aimed at helping newcomers to Moose Jaw navigate federal services, prepare for employment, and build social connections within the community. Programming is currently offered across multiple locations, including the Moose Jaw Newcomer Welcome Centre at 432 Main Street North and a temporary office at the Town ’N’ Country Mall, as the organization works toward consolidating services in a single permanent space. Government services support One of the month’s key offerings is a drop-in clinic with representatives from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and Service Canada, providing newcomers with direct, in-person assistance. The clinic will take place on Jan. 21, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Newcomer Welcome Centre. CRA staff will assist with tax slips, notices of assessment, correspondence, benefits and credits — including the Canada Child Benefit, GST/HST credit, Disability Tax Credit, and Canada Workers Benefit — along with basic account updates. Service Canada representatives will support Employment Insurance, Social Insurance Numbers, pension programs such as Old Age Security and the Canada Pension Plan, the Canadian Dental Care Plan, and My Service Canada account access codes. Participants are encouraged to bring any identification they have with them, as document requirements depend on the service being accessed. In addition, a free Service Canada information session will be held at the same location on Jan. 19 at 3:30 p.m. The session will cover Employment Insur-
From left, language and employment manager Ginny McColl, settlement worker Maria Tarias, and Wanny Perez are pictured inside the Moose Jaw Multicultural Council’s temporary mall office on Nov. 21, 2025. MJMC staff help newcomers learn how to navigate government services, prepare for employment, and connect with community resources in Moose Jaw. Photo by: Aaron Walker
ance, Job Bank services, and financial literacy, and will include time for questions. The session will be available both in person and online via Zoom, with advance registration required. Employment readiness workshops Employment preparation continues through the “Are You Ready to Work?” workshop series, running every Thursday in January at 3:30 p.m. The workshops are designed specifically for newcomers entering the Canadian workforce and focus on building both skills and confidence. The January schedule included a financial literacy session on Jan. 8 and continues with workplace culture on Jan. 15, job market and networking on Jan. 22, and computer literacy on Jan. 29. Sessions may be attended in person at the New-
comer Welcome Centre or online through Zoom. For more information and to access a Zoom link, call the centre at 306-692-6892. Community integration initiatives Alongside practical supports, the MJMC continues to emphasize the importance of social connection through its ongoing Community Café program. The cafés take place on the third Thursday of each month and offer a welcoming, informal space for newcomers and established residents to meet, practice English, share experiences, and build relationships. The next Community Café is scheduled for Jan. 15, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Newcomer Welcome Centre. There is no cost to attend, and all community members are welcome. Additional information and opportunities An information session on the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), a federal program that supports pathways to permanent residency through local employment in participating communities, was held earlier this month. Those who were unable to attend can obtain additional details by contacting the Moose Jaw Multicultural Council directly. The council is also currently hiring for two positions, including a part-time English as an Additional or Second Language instructor for evening classes and a Youth and Indigenous Community Connections Worker. Job descriptions and application details are available through the MJMC careers page at MJMCInc.ca. For more information, contact the MJMC at 306693-4677 or visit MJMCInc.ca; the Newcomer Welcome Centre at 306-692-6892 or MJNWC.ca; or the Prairie Skies Integration Network at 306-690-2324 or PSINetwork.ca.
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$28,000 police item should have received more scrutiny A $28,000 item for the Moose Jaw Police Service was approved in the Moose Jaw city budget with apparently no concern. The new item was for biometric identification — a fancy name for facial recognition. Facial recognition technology has been and still is controversial across the globe. Either city council didn’t care about the awkward concerns with this technology or it didn’t understand what it entails. Facial recognition technology is controversial on several fronts. Facial recognition can identify criminals, lost or missing people, provide better security and more efficient security. One of the greatest concerns is the invasion of privacy by facial recognition. In the wrong hands, and there are
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cases where so-called trusted hands have abused facial recognition by using images to create fake videos, embarrassing and harassing videos, this technology can cause individuals harm. No doubt most people, council included, will say why should we care as we have nothing to hide — until they do. Example: a man years ago, a trusted source, wanted me to make a big deal out of a meeting or meetings between a female city councillor and a male member of senior city administration. The source saw them meeting at a local bar for drinks. Each came in by a separate door. When their tryst, policy meeting or relaxed drinks was done, each left by a separate door. Sounds fishy like the stuff from which city wide scandals arise. Three was no evidence of illegal activity or immoral actions. Facial recognition of this incident in the wrong hands could
By Ron Walter For Moose Jaw Express
have needlessly ruined reputations and careers. Of course, one is reminded of the television interview with an analyst who said: “If you want privacy don’t get a bank account, don’t get a credit card, don’t get a phone.’’ The greatest knock against use of facial recognition comes from the inaccuracy of the technology. The technology works from an algorithm created by humans. The algorithms are notoriously inaccurate. White men and women are most accurately identified by the technology. A 2018 study of the Metro United Kingdom Police Service facial recognition technology showed .8 per cent inaccuracy of light skinned men. But the study showed 98 per cent inaccuracy of all subjects. Most inaccurate cases are dark skinned people. This is just one of many similar studies with
The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the position of this publication.
similar outcomes. Facial recognition has difficulties identifying faces that are smiling, laughing, or otherwise engaged in action. That is why passport photos don’t allow the subject to smile as that confuses facial recognition technology. Yours Truly has always supported accurate tools to enforce the law. When the first Citizens Police Academy was held here in the 1980s Yours Truly signed up. It was such an eye opener that I monitored the second academy. The big question about facial recognition concerns the inaccuracy. Do we want to use a technology that can lead to countless arrests in error and lawsuits for destroying reputations and careers? Ron Walter can be reached at ronjoy@ sasktel.net
Moose Jaw Public Library to host Métis Nation, CRA mobile clinics in January Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
The Moose Jaw Public Library (MJPL) will host two additional mobile service clinics later this month, offering residents in-person access to federal and Métis Nation–Saskatchewan (MN-S) programs through drop-in sessions held in the library’s main-floor Reading Room. The clinics, scheduled for Jan. 20 and Jan. 21, are open to the public without appointments. According to library staff, both sessions are designed to make government services more accessible by bringing them directly into a familiar, centrally located community space. Métis Nation–Saskatchewan On Tuesday, Jan. 20, from 4 to 7 p.m., the library will welcome the Ma Faamii Mobile Assistance Team from MN-S, which will host a Ma Faamii Intake Session. The mobile team provides assistance with a range of services, including Métis citizenship applications and access to MN-S programs. “They’ll be here to provide help or to answer any questions about accessing MN-S government programs and services, and helping with things such
A view inside the Moose Jaw Public Library rotunda, with the main-floor Reading Room — where the drop-in clinics will be held — visible on the left. Photo by: Aaron Walker
as citizenship applications or renewals,” said Naiomi Setter, community outreach librarian at the MJPL. The intake session will be one stop on a broader mobile initiative delivered across Saskatchewan. Canada Revenue Agency The following day, Wednesday, Jan. 21, from 1 to 4 p.m., the library will host an in-person support clinic with a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) outreach officer. The CRA clinic will offer assis-
tance with a wide range of personal tax and benefit-related issues. “They’ll have an outreach officer for in-person support here onsite,” Setter said. “They can answer questions and help with any sort of (tax-related) situation.” According to information provided by the library, the CRA officer will be able to assist with tasks such as printing notices of assessment and income slips, updating personal information, accessing benefits and credits including GST and the Disability Tax Credit, and answering questions related to personal tax returns. The clinic will not provide assistance with business, farming, or trustrelated questions. Attendees are asked to bring their Social Insurance Number and photo ID. For newcomers to Moose Jaw, a separate CRA clinic will be held earlier that day from 9 a.m. to noon at the Newcomer Welcome Centre, located at 432 Main Street North. The centre can be reached at 306-692-6892. Both clinics will operate on a drop-
in basis, and the library encourages guests to plan accordingly. “We have no idea how busy it’ll be, so we encourage people to come early so they have time to get their questions answered,” Setter said. Setter noted that interest in servicebased programming remains steady, particularly when it comes to navigating complex government systems. “Sometimes services like this can be hard to access, or people don’t know how to access them or who to reach out to,” she said. “So to have these sorts of clinics open to the public in a public space is very useful.” She added that the library’s downtown location makes it a practical venue for hosting such events. “Public transport is close by … and it’s accessible for anybody who wants to come,” she added. 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.
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Downtown Moose Jaw Association reflects on a successful 2025 Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
From large-scale fundraising to grassroots cleanup efforts, 2025 marked a year of visible change and renewed momentum for the Downtown Moose Jaw Association (DMJA), as the organization focused on beautification, connection, and drawing new energy into the city’s historic core. One of the year’s early highlights came in May with the fourth annual Greek Night fundraiser, co-hosted by the DMJA and Tourism Moose Jaw (TMJ). Held at the Temple Gardens Centre, DMJA’s largest annual fundraiser was nearly sold out, featuring live music and entertainment by Arkadia and Wonderland, dancing, a gourmet Greek meal prepared by Temple Gardens Centre staff, a winner taking home a travel voucher to Greece, and, of course, traditional platesmashing. “We’ve had a lot of comments that this was the best year yet, and the food was absolutely amazing. People were dancing, singing, and winning prizes — it was just a lot of fun,” said Donna Fritzke, executive director of TMJ. Proceeds from Greek Night are shared between TMJ and the DMJA, supporting downtown beautification and trolley maintenance. Planning is underway for the fifth annual event, with future fundraising aimed at DMJA’s downtown cleanup program and a new boiler system for TMJ. That same month, the
Attendees walk past rows of classic vehicles under umbrellas during the Little Chicago Show & Shine in September 2025. Photo by: Aaron Walker
Downtown Moose Jaw Association co-ordinator Shannon Simpson dons a witches’ hat during the organization’s first-ever reverse trick-or-treating initiative in downtown Moose Jaw in 2025. Photo by: Aaron Walker
DMJA launched Helping Hands, one of the organization’s most impactful initiatives of the year. The program provided individuals in active recovery with paid work focused on keeping the downtown clean — sweeping sidewalks, pulling weeds, washing benches, and addressing problem areas throughout the city’s core. Beyond improving cleanliness, the program gained provincial and national attention for its social impact, offering a sense of purpose while helping many transition back into the workforce. “This initiative was my favourite,” said Shannon Simpson, the DMJA’s full-time coordinator. “Not only were we keeping the core of our community clean, but we also built up confidence, installed core values, gave individuals a sense of pride and purpose, and bridged a gap in our community that was much needed.” In June, downtown visitors were greeted by a new largescale mural along the Manitoba Expressway, painted by local artist Carly Jaye. Featuring silhouettes of Moose Jaw’s historic buildings, the mural was designed as a warm visual welcome to the city. Summer brought major foot traffic and festival energy downtown, with Helping Hands crew members assisting with cleanup efforts during Sidewalk Days in July and also
supporting maintenance work near Mac the Moose. August saw preparations ramp up for the fourth annual Little Chicago Show & Shine, alongside the completion of a new illuminated billboard along Highway 1 promoting Moose Jaw’s downtown attractions. Despite rainy conditions, September’s Show & Shine drew at least 350 entries from the more than 500 originally registered and hundreds of spectators, solidifying the event’s status as “the second largest car show in the province.” Autumn transitioned seamlessly into the holidays, beginning with Christmas in October from Oct. 23 to 26, 2025, a tradition spanning more than 35 years. Businesses decorated storefronts, welcomed early shoppers, and benefited from increased traffic. “Christmas in October is always a magical event in Moose Jaw,” Simpson said. “The majority of people I spoke with … 85 to 90 per cent were from Regina or out of town, which is amazing that our town can draw in this many people.” New additions in 2025 included reverse trick-or-treating for Halloween, free downtown sleigh rides with Santa and Mrs. Claus, senior gift-tag shopping through Ashley Armstrong’s Christmas Spirit for Seniors
A new mural along the Manitoba Expressway welcomes visitors to Moose Jaw in 2025, featuring silhouettes of the city’s historic downtown buildings painted by local artist Carly Jaye.
initiative hosted at Sahara Spa — which helped provide gifts to an additional 85 seniors with support from The Mad Greek restaurant and Cask 82 — and a free screening of Home Alone for families at the Mae Wilson Theatre on Dec. 19, 2025. “It was a very successful year in the beautiful downtown of Moose Jaw,” Simpson said. “We are very excited to see what this year has in store for us as our main focus is fundraising, so we can continue to keep our historic downtown beautiful with help from our Helping Hands (crew). We have many more cool, exciting projects on
the go (in 2026).” To learn more, follow “Downtown Moose Jaw Association Inc.” on Facebook or visit DowntownMooseJaw.ca.
A Helping Hands crew member sweeps a sidewalk along Main Street North in 2025, one of several downtown maintenance tasks carried out through the DMJA’s cleanup program. Photo by: Shannon Simpson
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS JOIN ONE OF THE CITY’S NEW ADVISORY COMMITTEES!
Moose Jaw City Council is seeking passionate Moose Javians who want to make a positive impact within one of our newly formed committees: • Community Services Advisory Committee Focus areas: Parks, Recreation, Public Art, Heritage, and Accessibility • Operations Advisory Committee Focus areas: Transit, Public Works, Infrastructure, Recycling and Waste, and Accessibility. Who should apply? Moose Jaw Residents who are: • 16+ years old. • A Canadian citizen. • A full-time resident of Moose Jaw. • Committed to providing informed recommendations that help guide the City’s future. • Interested in topics like recreation, public art, culture, transit, infrastructure, or accessibility. • Collaborative and community minded. City Council values inclusivity, respect and trust and invites participation from community members in the decision-making process. Nominees will have been recruited through an inclusive, transparent, and equitable process and appointments made by City Council will reflect these objectives. To learn more and apply: Visit Moosejaw.ca Deadline to apply: Friday, January 23, 2026. Questions: Contact the Office of the City Clerk at cclerk@moosejaw.ca or 306-694-4424.
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Local support helps keep Marquis Rink at the heart of the community Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
Community backing, volunteer labour, and a major private donation have combined to keep Marquis Rink open this winter, according to the Marquis and Area Community Association (MACA). Lynda Thul, a board member who serves as secretary-treasurer, said the rink remains a hub for local activity in the village and continues to be used year-round. “We have bingo every second Thursday, and we’ve had different events that coincide with Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, or things like that. There’s different entertainment and we have our Sports Day once a year in June,” she said. “There’s family skating, public skating, and rink rentals.” The rink opened for the season in mid-December and will remain available as long as ice conditions allow, she said, noting that the natural ice surface usually lasts until sometime in March. That ongoing activity was supported in part by a $10,000 donation from local farmer Derek Anderson this winter, which provided timely assistance for Terms: E-Transfer or Wire Transfer *Letter of Guarantee to Register
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rink operations and upgrades. Thul said the funding was designated specifically for the skating side of the facility. While some of the donation has already been used, decisions on how to allocate the remaining funds have not yet been finalized. “Probably the biggest (use of the funds so far) would be the purchase of new goalie nets,” she said. The donation was part of a broader wave of support connected to Dakota Kuntz and his son, Trip, through Kuntz’s “Rink of Dreams” initiative at Buffalo Pound Lake. He added that Anderson’s donation helped fund new boards and the installation of
LED lighting at the indoor rink. “One of my good buddies, Derek Anderson … donated $10,000. He had most of the volunteers in tears over it because they were not expecting it,” Kuntz said. “That ended up helping out a lot with opening this year … it was kind of make or break (for the rink), and they needed some sort of money coming in to keep it going.” After utilizing the indoor rink to practice given last year’s “up and down” weather and a busy schedule early this winter, Kuntz said he and his son then
organized free goalie development sessions in Marquis. “We want to work with them as much as possible,” he said. “That’s a community centre too. If they lose that, it wouldn’t be very good for the town.” Thul echoed that sentiment, noting that while regular events and fundraisers help cover basic costs such as heat and power, larger donations are essential to address ongoing infrastructure challenges. “There have been some roof repairs done over the last couple of years,” Thul said, noting one specific example. Looking ahead, Kuntz said his focus this winter is to continue supporting the Marquis Rink through additional free goalie sessions, with any optional donations directed back into rink operations. For Thul and the community association, that outside interest is welcome. “I think it’s good that he’s interested,” she said. “It’s good to have people from the area wanting to help out.” To contact Dakota Kuntz about the Rink of Dreams at Buffalo Pound or for more details on how to support the Marquis Rink, call or text 306-630-4600, email TheLakesideMarket@outlook. com, or visit “The Lakeside Market” on Facebook. The Marquis Rink is located on Thomas Street in the village of Marquis, around 20 minutes northwest of Moose Jaw. For more information, visit MarquisCommunity.com, email MarquisCommunityAssoc@gmail.com, or contact board chairperson Lynn Froehlich at 306-630-3284.
The Marquis Rink, shown from the exterior, continues to serve as a community hub in the village of Marquis, hosting skating, practices, and various events throughout the year. Photo by: Facebook
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‘Rink of Dreams’ returns with expanded vision at Buffalo Pound Lake Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
What started as a personal project to keep a young hockey player on the ice has continued to grow this winter, as Dakota Kuntz and his son, Trip, bring the “Rink of Dreams” back to Buffalo Pound Lake with new features and a broader community focus. The outdoor rink, located at Buffalo Pound’s South Lake, was first built during the COVID-19 pandemic when organized hockey opportunities were limited. Since then, it has evolved into a seasonal gathering place for families and young athletes looking for free access to ice time. “Once we started, we named it the ‘Rink of Dreams,’ because his big dream is to make the NHL,” Kuntz said about his son in an earlier interview. “We always wanted (a rink) on the lake, and we’ve made one every year. There are so many kids that are without hockey, so we’re just making it more accessible for the community.” A new sauna connects to a frozen trail system leading to the main ice surface, passing a synthetic rink, a fire pit, and boathouse along the way. “This year I built a sauna, and doubles as a changeroom for my kid so he can jump into his goalie equipment or utilize it for a warm-up shack,” Kuntz said. From there, Trip can skate directly to the rink surface. Trip, who continues to pursue his long-term goal of playing professional hockey, remains central to the project’s purpose. “His main focus is to make the WHL, and then just keep working his way up,” Kuntz said.
Trip Kuntz is pictured at the “Rink of Dreams” at Buffalo Pound Lake last winter. Photo by: Dakota Kuntz
Alongside his own development, Trip has been volunteering his time as a goalie development coach with younger players, working this winter with the U13 Moose Jaw Warriors Black and U13 Moose Jaw Warriors White while balancing an increasingly demanding competitive schedule. “He’s trying to volunteer his time as much as possible with those teams,” Kuntz said. Planning is now underway for future goalie development sessions this winter with a focus on injury prevention, particularly lower-body injuries common among goaltenders. The aim is to emphasize proper technique and footwork to help reduce strain on growing muscles and joints, while ensuring players develop
skills safely. While weather conditions have at times complicated outdoor programming, Kuntz said the intent behind the Rink of Dreams has remained consistent: to keep hockey accessible and enjoyable. “Anything that we’re going to do at the lake rink would just be free,” he said. The rink also complements the family’s ice shack rentals through Life’s A Beach Rentals, offering a flexible experience for families spending time on the lake. The family also continues to operate The Lakeside Market at Buffalo Pound, which Kuntz said has been well supported since opening. “The community jumped right on board. Everyone’s loving it,” he said about The Lakeside Market, which opened Dec. 7, 2024, and remains open throughout the year. “We just need more year-round residents (at South Lake), and then we’ll be able to pick that up.” To contact Dakota Kuntz for more information, call or text 306-630-4600, email TheLakesideMarket@ outlook.com, or visit “The Lakeside Market” on Facebook. The Lakeside Market is located at 1065 Tatanka Drive at Buffalo Pound’s South Lake. With January shaping up to be a quieter stretch in Trip’s competitive schedule, Kuntz said the focus will be on continuing to maintain the rink and watching for opportunities to expand programming as conditions allow. You can follow Trip’s progress and learn about upcoming announcements by following “The TikTok Goalie” on TikTok.
‘Rink of Dreams’ to host free goalie development day at Buffalo Pound Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
Young hockey goaltenders looking for additional experience are invited to take part in a free outdoor skating and development course later this month at the “Rink of Dreams” on Buffalo Pound Lake. The public event will take place Saturday, Jan. 17, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the outdoor rink located at Buffalo Pound’s South Lake Resort. The session is being organized by Dakota Kuntz and his son, Trip, and will focus specifically on goalie development in a relaxed, outdoor setting. “We’re just going to do it completely free,” Kuntz said. “We’re not going to do it as a fundraiser or anything — we’re just going to have a fun time without people feeling pressured to give donations.” Kuntz said the idea came together after noticing a rare opening in his schedule and favourable ice conditions on the lake. “I just checked our schedule, and we actually ended up having a couple days (available). This is probably the one month that we have a (few) weekends available,” he said. “The rink is in pristine condition too.”
The Rink of Dreams on Buffalo Pound Lake will welcome young hockey goaltenders for a free outdoor goalie development session on Saturday, Jan. 17. Photo by: Trip Kuntz/Facebook
The event is intended for goalies and aspiring goaltenders, with a focus on younger players but without an established age range. Kuntz said goalie development has historically been a challenge.
“Our struggle in Moose Jaw is goalie development, and at a younger age, they don’t get properly fitted gear or anything. They kind of get left behind a bit,” he said. “We want to focus on goalies and … just push younger kids to really strive for that next level.” Participants will take part in structured footwork drills, with groups divided by skill level to keep players moving and warm. Kuntz said the session will also include some fun, including outdoor activities on the lake that will likely include “goalies in goalie gear ice fishing” during breaks. The event does not have a strict age limit, with activities adapted to suit the number of participants and their skill levels, but parents and participants are asked to register in advance rather than arriving unannounced. Pre-registration helps organizers plan ice space, group players with appropriate coaching, and prepare participant kits so everyone can have the best possible experience on the ice. To register and confirm location details, call or text Dakota Kuntz at 306-630-4600.
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Team South comes away with victory in Saskatchewan Senior Women’s Hockey League Showcase all-star game
Watson named player of the game for South, Smith claims honour for the North in first-ever all-star game in SSWHL’s inaugural season Randy Palmer - MooseJawToday.com
The Saskatchewan Senior Women’s Hockey League are entering the final few weeks of its inaugural regular season and players from throughout the league gathered in Moose Jaw on Saturday night for the first-ever SSWHL Showcase All-Star Game. The event was rousing success, with over 500 fans taking in the contest as Team South skated to a 6-1 victory over Team North -- with everyone in attendance getting a perfect look at the talent and skill the league has to offer. “It was a great effort by everyone who put tonight together, and we got a lot out of it, it was a lot of fun,” said Team South forward Rianne Watson, who was named their player of the game after picking up a goal and an assist in the first period. “There was a lot of skill from different teams, which was awesome.” South got off to a fast start, scoring a pair of goals in the first 4:26 and taking a 2-0 lead out of the opening frame. North got one back early in the second, but a pair of markers late in the period would give South a 4-1 lead through two. They’d tack on two more goals in the third to secure the victory. Watson pointed to their first period as being a key to their success on the night. “It’s a lot of different teams and different players coming together, so you’re not used to each other, and that kind of
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gets your game going when you can get a couple goals in the first period,” she said. “So it started us off right.” Team North had a bit of pushback to start the second period, leading to Jenna Smith scoring their lone game on the power play at the 5:27 mark. The Showcase was a chance to do exactly to show off the league to fans
who are new to the SSWHL in their inaugural season. “Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, but there’s a bigger point to coming out and playing elite women’s hockey,” Smith said. “We’re bringing it to areas that don’t have this role modelship for the younger kids, so I think it’s awesome either way.”
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The fact that the game even happened in the first place was the product of a wildly successful first season for the SSWHL, which has given players looking to join the competitive side of the game a place to play for the first time in Saskatchewan’s history. “I’m a mom of three, and I didn’t really expect this in my life at this point, but here I am, and it’s awesome,” said Watson, who as Rianne Wight played five seasons with the University of Regina, last suiting up in the 2012-13 campaign. She has five goals and 10 points in six games for the South Divisionleading Yellow Grass Wheat Kings. A former five-year standout with the University of Calgary who also played three seasons in Sweden from 2015-18, Smith is also happy to have a chance to play competitive hockey again after so much time away from the game. Smith came into the contest with three goals and six points in eight games as the leading scorer for the Birch Hillsbased Northern Ice “It’s an honour just to play in this league and be a part of something that I didn’t have growing up. It’s nice that there is a future for women’s hockey after college, to have the opportunity to even play good hockey with women.” The SSWHL wraps up its regular season during the Jan. 24 weekend, with the first-ever Steffes Cup playoffs set to begin in early February.
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Sask. Selects return to Yara Centre with expanded ‘Battle on the Prairies’ showcase Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
The Yara Centre was a hub of midwinter football action from Jan. 8 to 11, as the Saskatchewan Selects Football club hosted its annual “Battle on the Prairies” tournament, drawing teams from Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Now a local fixture, the indoor football showcase continues to grow in scale and profile. “This year it’s even bigger,” said Sask. Selects’ managing director Zeljko Stefanovic earlier. “There are four teams (and about 250 people altogether) coming from Mexico … a team from Boston … Texas, and we have teams from across Canada (in the tournament).” Based out of Moose Jaw, the Saskatchewan Selects program operates as a winter football development pathway, drawing athletes from more than 60 Saskatchewan communities. During the 2025–2026 season, the club is fielding eight teams across four age groups — 10U, 12U, 14U, and varsity — involving roughly 500 athletes training throughout the winter months. The tournament followed a four-
Action from the “Battle on the Prairies” football tournament at the Yara Centre this January. Photos by: Aaron Walker
down football format played on a U.S.sized field, with NCAA-style rules adapted for the Yara Centre’s indoor environment. To accommodate ceiling height and maintain game flow, kicking is removed from play, creating a faster,
Moose Jaw Warriors open U.S. Division road trip with win over Wild in Wenatchee
Warriors score three goals in final four minutes of first period, go on to 4-2 victory The Moose Jaw Warriors got their U.S. Division road trip off to a flying start on Friday night. The Warriors scored four goals in the final four minutes of the first period and would go on to take a 4-2 victory over the Wenatchee Wild in Western Hockey League action. Moose Jaw snaps a two-game losing skid and improve to 15-19-3-1, good enough for a five-point lead over the Regina Pats in seventh place in the Eastern Conference.
offence-versus-defence format that keeps games moving. Each game ran on a shortened timeline, allowing multiple matchups to be played back-to-back while maintaining the intensity of traditional 11-player football. “It’s quick, and there’s a lot of scoring,” Stefanovic said. “It’s very fast-paced (and) you’ve got to make quick decisions because the clock
is running.” Beyond the action on the field, the tournament continues to play a significant role in Moose Jaw’s winter tourism economy. “(Visitors) can’t just go home for lunch,” Stefanovic said. “They’re buying hotel rooms here, they’re going to eat in restaurants, and (they’re) getting fuel.” Further coverage and final standings will appear in the next edition of the Moose Jaw Express. For more information, visit SelectsFootball.com or IKSLive.ca/selects.
Tri-City Americans score six unanswered goals on way to comeback win over Moose Jaw Warriors
Five-goal third period sees Americans come away with 7-3 victory after trailing 3-2 late in second period Randy Palmer - MooseJawToday.com
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The Moose Jaw Warriors might have had a solid showing through the first two periods against the Tri-City Americans in Western Hockey League action on Saturday night, but they’ll definitely want to forget the final 20 minutes. The Americans scored six unanswered goals, including five straight in the third period, to take a 7-3 victory in the second game of Moose Jaw’s U.S. Division road swing.
The Warriors fall to 15-20-3-1 and are now only three points up on the Regina Pats in seventh place in the Eastern Conference. Tri-City snaps a three-game winless streak and improve to 21-15-30, good enough for fourth place in the Western Conference. The Warriors continue their U.S. Division road trip on Tuesday when they take on the Portland Winterhawks. Puck drop is 9 p.m. Moose Jaw time.
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Elementary School Basketball Shooting To Get Students Involved
A look at how elementary schools in the Holy Trinity Catholic School Division are trying to get the kids out playing basketball Robert Thomas
The benches and chairs were full recently as St Margaret took on their rival St Agnes elementary girls team. The game was much more than the 33 - 8 St Agnes victory. A behaved and respectful crowd and players playing their hearts out. The place where high school basketball truly starts. “I think it’s the beginning of the season and lots of girls are learning the game which is a great thing,” said St Margaret’s fill in coach Katherine King, adding “because we want kids to come out no matter what their skill level is. At Holy Trinity, we want kids to be active. We want kids to join groups so they feel like they belong.” King coaches the boys basketball team and is also the principal at St Margaret’s School. Elementary school basketball is all about participation making it important for student development. “I would have to say extremely important because we want kids at this lev-
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el to try new things. It’s not like a club sport or tier hockey where you have to
SNAPSHOT: A ‘Rosie’ welcome for Rider Nation Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
SNAPSHOT: Following its visit to The Mad Greek restaurant, the Grey Cup won by the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2025 also made a stop at Rosie’s on River Street on Jan. 3. Staff member and part owner Zach, who has been with the restaurant since its hiring fair ahead of its 2016 opening, stood with the championship trophy during the visit and now plays a key role in managing day-to-day operations at the locally owned business. Rosie’s on River Street is located at 11 River Street West and can be reached at 306-693-2229. Photo by: Rosie’s On River Street/Facebook
try out for a team. We want everybody to join because you never know what you’re good at,” King said. “It’s important to try things…to learn new things and be part of a team..” Team sports - especially basketball - helps to build character in a number of ways, she said. “I think it’s good for the boys and the girls team to learn how to cheer each other on. To be positive, even if you’re not winning and an opportunity for students to be leaders on the team.” The mentorship between the older grade eight students and the grade six students was something she saw as great. Sportsmanship and being respectful of others is something the coaches teach the players plus additionally the referees instruct the players in sportsmanship and the rules around being respectful she said. One of the major things spoken about in the high school basketball community is the need to have the elementary schools help get children interested in the sport and then continue on in high school. To do this St Margaret’s go from classroom to classroom asking students if they would like to come and give basketball a try. “We talk to kids individually and encourage them to come out and join… we say come out for a couple of practices and see if you like it. Don’t make a decision without actually trying it,” King said. “We even phone parents and say we think this would be good thing for your child to try.” Elementary school basketball does have other competitors outside of the school for players. Members of the basketball community throughout Saskatchewan spoke about the importance of elementary schools to start the development of high school athletes.
St Margaret’s has reached out to outside help to help develop players’ skills in hopes of keeping them in the sport. Rick Bell Elementary Athletic Coordinator for the Holy Trinity Catholic School Division (HTCSD) said the basketball program is important for a number of reasons. “It’s extremely important. It gives kids a chance to come out and try a sport and to see what they’re good at. We’ve got a number of schools that promote and build their programs so we want to make sure we are always developing as we are a feeder system for high school,” Bell said.
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Two Big Wins Vault U18 A Mavericks Into First Place Randy Palmer - MooseJawToday.com
Led by strong goaltending, adjustments to fit their opponents and scrappiness along the boards has resulted in a pair of key victories for the Moose Jaw Carpet One U18 A Mavericks. The victories, over the Milestone Flyers 4 - 2 on Thursday night and the Balcarres Barracudas 5 - 4 on Friday night, has leapfrogged the Mavericks to first place in the the Saskatchewan Female Hockey League’s U18 A south division. The two games were previously predicted by Mavericks head coach Jeff Wilson as key tests of the team’s mettle. “I was pretty happy to come out with a win against a first place team. When I talked last week I think you remember I said this week was going to decide where we sit in the standings. Where we fit as a team,” Wilson said about Friday evening’s 5 - 4 victory over the Balcarres Barracudas. Thursday evening’s 4 - 2 victory over the Milestone Flyers who had not lost a game and defeating the Balcarres Barracudas on Friday night was a sense of pride for the coach. “That puts us in first place at this point in the season and you couldn’t ask for anymore than that.” Asked about the Barracudas ability to break quickly up ice and their talent with quick hands he said it was something the Mavs had to overcome. “They get it out fast. They get it deep
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quickly and they have a good forecheck and in between periods we worked hard to break that forecheck. The last half of the third period saw that. We were able to get the puck out a lot quicker, a lot easier, get it deep and the last 10 minutes we took it to them more than we had all game,” he said. “You have to adjust during a game. Every team out here is a little bit different and you make adjustments during the game. And hopefully they work out.” The Mavs had made adjustments on Thursday night in Milestone to contend with a bigger and fast skating Flyers team. Strong goaltending from Charlotte McKee as well as adjusting to stay with the Flyers and Barracudas led to the victories, he said. “We were able to break the puck
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out of our end. And then the forecheck. Our forecheck really didn’t show up for the first two periods…that forecheck was dominant in the end when we really needed it,” Wilson said. He said the strong tandem goaltending over Thursday and Friday evenings held the team in the game to allow for the wins. It is how the team has been working all year when one part of the team has problems other sides step up to move the team along Wilson said. “It was a total solid team effort.” On Thursday evening in the 4 - 2 victory over the Milestone Flyers it was the same formula for the Mavericks. “Milestone is a fast team. They are a good hard skating team. They outplayed us for most of the night they were a few times we took the puck to them,” Wilson
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said. Mavericks’ program goaltending veteran Sara Umana shone on Thursday evening. “Sara Umana our goalie she stood on her head. She kept us in the game. And when we got chances we took advantage of them,” he said. “We battle all of the time. And when a chance comes up we take it.” The teams were headed for their second tied game in as many outings when Miley Kleckner scored with 28 seconds left in the game on an assist by Cadence De Graauw. The game would be wrapped up in the Mavericks’ favour when Jayden Babich scored an unassisted goal with 12 seconds left into an empty net. Wilson said the team will continue to work on the same things. “We will continue to work on the forecheck. We get slack on at it at times so we have to focus on our forecheck,” he said, adding “this team backs each other up. When one facet of the game is not going well someone picks it up and makes up for it. It’s really a good team effort for these girls.” The Mavericks next home game is Sunday January 18th at 1 pm at the Barkman Arena in Caronport versus the Weyburn TS&M Gold Wings. https://www.mjindependent.com/ sports/2026/1/9/two-big-wins-put-u18a-mavericks-into-first-place
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Total home sales in 2025 were 1% higher than 2024, data shows By MooseJawToday.com staff
Home sales in Moose Jaw in December 2025 were red hot compared to 2024, as sales jumped 81 per cent year-over-year (YOY), while total yearly sales jumped one per cent, data show. There were 38 homes sold last month in The Friendly City, compared to seven units in December 2024, the Saskatchewan Realtors Association (SRA) said. Furthermore, there were 25 new listings, a decrease from 33 the previous year; 93 homes were in inventory, a drop from 104 units; 2.45 months of supply, a 52-per-cent drop from 3.72 months; and homes spent 47 days on the market. Moreover, benchmark home prices were $280,300, a jump from $257,876 — or eight per cent higher — compared to December 2024, while the average price was $248,618, a decrease from $278,452, or 12 per cent lower than the year before, the data showed. “Benchmark price reflects the price
of a typical or average home for a specific location. Average and median prices are easily swayed by what is sold in that time frame,” the SRA explained. “As a benchmark price is based on a typical home, price changes more accurately represent true price changes in the market as it is an apples-to-apples comparison.” The 10-year averages for December show by price range. The data showed that there were 180 sales of homes between $200,000 and $299,999, followed by almost 155 sales of units between $100,000 and $199,999 and just over 120 sales of homes between $300,000 and $399,999. Also, there were more than 15 homes sold worth over $700,000. For 2025 overall, or year-to-date, there were 609 total sales, a jump of one per cent over 2024; 797 new listings, a drop of two per cent; 124 units in inventory, a decrease of eight per cent; 2.44 months of supply, a drop of nine per
cent; 41 days of homes on the market; a benchmark price of $278,925, an increase of 11 per cent YOY; and an average price of $273,727, a jump of four per cent. The SRA also provided data about the number of residential sales Saskatchewan’s housing market ended 2025 with one of its strongest performances, recording the second-highest annual home sales total on record, the SRA said. Strong December activity capped off a year defined by sustained demand, tight supply and continued confidence. Saskatchewan reported 792 home sales in December, a near three-per-cent increase YOY and above the 10-year average, the association continued. For the year, there were 16,218 sales, up one per cent from 16,119 sales in 2024. Despite modest monthly gains in new listings throughout 2025, nearrecord demand continued to pressure
supply, driving inventory to record-low levels during the year, the data showed. In December, new listings declined by four per cent YOY and remained below historical norms. Seasonal sales patterns allowed provincial months of supply to rise above four months in December, but inventory levels were down 12 per cent compared to December 2024 and ended the year nearly 50 per cent below the 10-year average, the SRA said. Of the 3,410 units available at year-end, 540 were sold, leaving 2,870 active listings for 2026. The province’s residential benchmark price stood at $359,000 in December, down slightly from $360,500 in November, in line with typical seasonal trends, the data showed. Despite the modest month-over-month decline, benchmark prices were seven per cent higher than the $337,800 reported in December 2024.
Prairie Heart Mobility steps in to keep Voltage ’25 on track after band bus breakdown Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
What could have been a major disruption for one of Saskatchewan’s largest youth events instead became an example of community problem-solving when a touring band ran into trouble en route to Voltage 2025. The challenge emerged just hours before the New Year’s Eve event, when The Color was travelling to Moose Jaw and experienced a mechanical failure near Regina. “In retrospect, there was actually one fairly major incident (this year),” said Joe Dueck, founder of Joe’s Place Youth Centre. “The band bus actually broke down in Regina with all of their gear on the bus. That could have been disastrous, because this is a big band that travels with a lot of equipment.” Voltage, hosted by Joe’s Place Youth Centre at Hillcrest Apostolic Church, draws hundreds of youth and volunteers each year for an overnight, chem-free celebration featuring music, games, art and performances. With live concerts forming a key part of the program, the breakdown had the potential to derail the evening. According to Dueck, the quick re-
A member of touring band The Color performs live at Voltage ’25, following a last-minute transportation challenge that was resolved through community support. Photo by: Krystal Moore Photography
sponse came from within the volunteer network supporting the event, underscoring that while Voltage appeared to run seamlessly, that outcome was the result of co-ordinated effort rather than chance. The owner of Prairie Heart Mobility in Moose Jaw, already on site as a Voltage volunteer, learned of the breakdown and acted quickly. A cargo van was sent to collect the stranded equipment, while local volunteers co-ordinated transportation to ensure both the gear and band members reached Moose Jaw without delay.
“The owner of Prairie Heart Mobility was volunteering for us, and he’s like, ‘Well, I’ve got a cargo van. One of my guys is in Regina with the van.’ He sent them straight from Regina to the Number 1 Highway … loaded all the band’s gear up, and then one of our volunteers here took a mini van to Regina from Moose Jaw and picked up the band.” The quick co-ordination meant the band arrived in time for their scheduled soundcheck. “It’s a testimony to people believing in the event and wanting to help out in any way they can, to make sure that youth are having an amazing time in a fun, safe, and chem-free environment. They just drop what they’re doing and help out — it’s incredible,” Dueck said. Prairie Heart Mobility, which specializes in accessibility and mobility solutions, has previously supported community initiatives in Moose Jaw, but Dueck said the situation highlighted how businesses can make a meaningful difference simply by responding when help is needed. In addition to Prairie Heart Mobility’s assistance, Dueck said further trans-
portation support came from Engelheim Transportation, whose CEO offered to tow the disabled trailer and helped arrange a replacement bus at a reduced cost. The combined efforts ensured the stranded equipment was cleared safely and allowed the touring group to continue its route after the event without further delay. “How amazing is that?” Dueck said. Voltage 2025 ultimately welcomed more than 600 participants over the course of the night, with live music proceeding without interruption. While the stressful moment was largely invisible to attendees, Dueck said it served as a reminder of how community events often rely on quiet acts of generosity that never make it onto the stage. “Voltage 2025 was really amazing. With an event of this magnitude, the fact that there were so few hiccups is kind of a miracle,” he said. Joe’s Place Youth Centre is located at 402 Main Street North. More information about its programs and events is available at JPYC.org.
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Salvation Army of Moose Jaw wraps up 2025 Christmas campaigns with $124K raised
Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express a little bit more advertising on that too, Kean said. “I want to give a big thank teer opportunities, visit the Salvation and we’re hoping to utilize that a little you to our community on behalf of my- Army Thrift Store at 175 First Avenue self, my wife, the staff, and all the indi- Northeast, call 306-692-8858, or find bit more going forward.” “The Salvation Army in Moose Jaw” on Kean noted that tap-to-donate op- viduals whom we help.” For details on donating or volun- Facebook. tions help when many people no longer carry cash. “They can give a $5, $10, or $20 donation at the kettle by tapping their smartwatch, their phone, their Visa, their MasterCard, or their debit card,” he said. “It takes most of the major cards.” Several community events also contributed to the season’s results. The Moose Jaw Warriors’ Teddy Bear Toss collected just under 2,200 gift items, down from roughly 2,700 in 2024. Welcome to A radio-station-led toy drive in partnership with Canadian Tire raised more than 400 gifts, allowing the Salvation Army to support 350 or more children and youth. In total, the Salvation Army assisted more than 450 households over Christmas, including about 200 families. We proclaim our love for Jesus by joining our The Adopt-A-Family program supported 21 families, down from 30 in hands together for worship, 2024, though Kean said there are promising contacts for next year. dedicating our lives to ministry and Volunteers played a critical role serving our community. throughout the season. Kean said volunteer numbers were up slightly from last year, helping support kettle operations Our Programs and program delivery. The organization hosted a volunteer appreciation dinner in Bible Study, Grace in Action, November, attended by about 70 people. “We had extra volunteers, and that Bean Redeemed, Quiet Connections, did help. We were trying to build relaLove New Canadians tionships with various groups in the community and get (the message) out Men's & Women's Fellowship, Adult Fellowship there that volunteering is a good thing,” he said. “It provides us Please call the office 306-694-0045 for more with that community spirit, and it provides us with that idea that information and times of our programs. we are helping others by volunteering our time.” Pastors Funds raised during the Christmas campaigns help support both immediate holiday assistance and year-round programming, including breakfast 2 Wintergreen Dr programs, back-to-school initiatives, camp subsidies, and 306-694-0045 Volunteers from Square One Community Inc. are emerging community needs. Find us on Facebook “That’s how we make sure among those who helped make this year’s Salvation Army of Moose Jaw Christmas fundraising cam- that the needs in the commupaign a success. Photo by: The Salvation Army in nity are being met in a way that Moose Jaw/Facebook is best serving our community,” The Salvation Army of Moose Jaw closed out its 2025 Christmas fundraising season with $124,500 raised across its holiday campaigns, supporting hundreds of local households. Major Byron Kean, corps officer for the Salvation Army of Moose Jaw, said the total reflects donations from six local kettle sites, the Moose Jaw Express Stocking Fund Campaign, general donations, and several community-led initiatives from Moose Jaw south to Assiniboia. “We raised just over $124,500, and that includes the toy runs that the Moose Jaw Cycle Association did for us,” Kean said of the 37th annual Toy Run Parade on Sept. 20, 2025. While the Salvation Army set an overall goal of $150,000 for the season, Kean said broader economic pressures were a key factor in the campaign falling short of its target. “We understand that individuals don’t have the same flexibility this year that they had last year because of the economy. This has been a tough year all the way around,” he said. “Our overall total was 17 per cent below our goal, but we’ll adjust, and we’ll make it work.” The kettle campaign itself exceeded expectations, bringing in just under $73,000 — about four per cent above its $70,000 target. Kean credited the strong performance in part to increased use of tap-to-donate technology. “We were up 87 per cent on our tiptap with the kettles,” he said. “We did
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RE: NORTHERN PIPELINE Prime Minister Carney said the American take-over of Venezuelan Oil “… will not affect Canadian Oil – for now”. “For Now!” The key words. Venezuelan Oil is heavy and almost the same as our Athabasca Oil Sands heavy oil.
Continued from last week RE: HOMELESSNESS IN MOOSE JAW: SERVICE GAPS, COORDINATION FAILURES, AND A PATH FORWARD Homelessness in Moose Jaw is not the result of a single failing but of multiple systems operating without sufficient coordination. While many services exist—or could be implemented with modest effort— the lack of an integrated strategy across municipal, provincial, and federal governments undermines their effectiveness. Homeless individuals represent a small but highly vulnerable portion of the population. Estimates suggest that 100 to 150 people in Moose Jaw are currently without stable housing. Addressing their needs efficiently is not only a moral obligation but also a matter of sound public policy and fiscal responsibility. Any effective homelessness strategy must begin with housing. A 2024 assessment identified significant deficits across the housing continuum: Only 41 emergency shelter beds for a homeless population of ap-
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Today, Athabasca Oil Sands heavy oil supplies most American refineries along the United States Gulf Coast and the Midwest. When Venezuelan Heavy Oil starts arriving at American Gulf Coast refineries, in about 18 months, Americans will stop buying Canadian oil. The result will be lower Cana-
dian Revenue from oil. That’s A BIG DEAL for all Canadians – including Quebec! Most of the money used for Equalization Payments (Transfer Payments) sent to all Canadian Provinces, except B.C., Alberta and Saskatchewan, comes from Oil Revenue. Without that Oil Revenue the Canadian standard of living will
fall. That’s what Trump wants. Canada has two choices: Build the Northern Pipeline to Kitimat and sell Canadian Oil to China. Prepare to be Annexed by the United States. The future of Canada depends on the Northern Pipeline. Richard Dowson
proximately 118 individuals 93 transitional housing units, with a projected shortfall of about 100 units within five years 1,212 affordable housing units, with an estimated gap of 940 units Without addressing emergency, transitional, and affordable housing, other interventions are unlikely to succeed. Addiction recovery is another critical component. Whether treatment is voluntary or mandatory, responsibility for addiction services rests with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health and the Saskatchewan Health Authority, with the federal government playing a supportive funding role. Municipal councils should be holding these bodies accountable for ensuring recovery services are accessible, timely, and appropriate for homeless individuals struggling with substance use. Food security is often overlooked in policy discussions because no single level of government holds direct responsibility. However, municipalities are closest to service delivery. Food banks, meal programs, and affordable grocery access are essential components of homelessness prevention and sta-
bilization. Organizations like Hope Ministries are addressing this need directly. Rather than restricting these services, the City has an opportunity to leverage them as part of a broader strategy. Mental health services follow a similar pattern. Primary responsibility lies with the provincial Ministry of Health and the Saskatchewan Health Authority, supported by other ministries. Although municipalities do not deliver these services, the consequences of unmet mental health needs—emergency calls, bylaw enforcement, public disorder—are borne locally. This reality necessitates strong intergovernmental partnerships. Income support programs are also primarily provincial and federal responsibilities, including income assistance, Employment Insurance, Old Age Security, disability benefits, and child benefits. When these programs are insufficient or poorly administered, people fall into homelessness, and municipalities absorb the downstream impacts. Finally, navigating these fragmented systems is itself a barrier. Saskatchewan has no single organization responsible for help-
ing homeless individuals access all available supports. Community agencies such as the John Howard Society and the Saskatchewan Open Door Society provide critical front-line assistance, but coverage is inconsistent. Ensuring adequate support for service navigation would reduce pressure on municipal systems and improve outcomes. Homelessness is complex, but complexity is not an excuse for inaction or misdirected action. Focusing on regulating charitable organizations addresses symptoms, not causes. Moose Jaw’s interests are best served by ensuring services are coordinated, gaps are addressed, and higher levels of government are held accountable for their responsibilities. A credible municipal response should include close cooperation with charities, active coordination across governments, and clear expectations for provincial and federal service delivery. Anything less risks repeating the same cycle while the underlying problem remains unresolved. Jeff Woodward
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Disciplinary hearing for former MJPS officer cancelled a fifth time Jason G. Antonio - MooseJawToday.com
It may be a new year, but what hasn’t changed is that another multi-day hearing into the alleged actions of a former Moose Jaw Police Service (MJPS) officer is no longer going ahead. The Saskatchewan Police Commission (SPC) was to hear the matter between Supt. Taylor Mickleborough and the chief of police for the MJPS from Monday, Jan. 5 to Wednesday, Jan. 8. However, similar to 2025, it cancelled those dates without explanation. This is the fifth time the commission has cancelled and rescheduled hearing dates for Mickleborough’s matters. The first hearing — all were scheduled in 2025 — was supposed to happen from July 23 to 25, the second gathering was to have occurred from Aug. 27 to 29, the third hearing was supposed to have been Oct. 7 to 10, and the fourth gathering was scheduled for Oct. 20 to 21. The SPC has adjourned the matter
to Monday, Feb. 9, at 9 a.m. at the Grant Hall Hotel. The scheduled days for the matter are now Feb. 9 to 13, March 30 to 31 and April 1 to 2, and April 15 to 17. According to previous information, former police chief Rick Bourassa suspended Mickleborough around August or September 2024, before outright firing the 24-year member in about September, based on information that MooseJawToday.com learned in October 2024. Mickleborough began his policing career in 2000 and worked in traffic enforcement, criminal investigations and the serious crimes unit, while he won several awards during his nearly three decades in uniform. The police service confirmed in early October 2024 that Mickleborough was no longer with the force but declined to offer any further details about the firing, nor what sections of the Saskatchewan Police Act he may have violated.
During a meeting of the Moose Jaw Board of Police Commissioners in early October 2024, Bourassa — who resigned in January 2025 because of health issues — confirmed that he fired Mickleborough using Section 60 of The Police Act as his guide. He said that section gives criteria to chiefs on how and when they can dismiss members. Also, the former chief said Section 61 of the act gives dismissed members the ability to appeal to the Saskatchewan Police Commission, which would then hold a public hearing on the matter. Bourassa had said he wanted to respect the legal process and noted that saying anything else or litigating or trying those matters outside of those hearings “would be wildly inappropriate.” In early February 2025, Jay Watson, the hearing officer for the Saskatchewan Police Commission, Adam Touet, the defence lawyer for Mickleborough, and Mitch Holash, the legal counsel for the
acting police chief (Moose Jaw Board of Police Commissioners), met by phone to discuss the situation. They met again by phone in late February to exchange information so they could start determining how long the hearing might take. They also held other phone meetings in the following weeks, but those were held in private. According to the City of Moose Jaw’s 2024 public accounts, Mickleborough was one of the highestpaid police officers in the city that year, earning $151,192.76. Information about the Saskatchewan Police Commission can be found at www.saskatchewan. ca/government/government-structure/ boards-commissions-and-agencies/ saskatchewan-police-commission. Jason Antonio can be reached at Harvard Media at 306 690-5965.
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Humane Society launches week-long book sale Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
Book lovers can stock up while supporting a good cause this week, as the Moose Jaw Humane Society hosts a weeklong book sale at its shelter. The sale runs Monday, Jan. 12 through Saturday, Jan. 17, and will take place at the shelter’s permanent onsite book store. Shoppers can fill a bag with books for a flat fee of $10. The bookstore raises funds for veterinary care, food,
litter, and other essential needs for animals at the shelter, and has become a popular stop for readers looking for a wide range of materials, including current novels, classic titles, children’s books, DVDs, and puzzles. The Moose Jaw Humane Society is located at 1755 Stadacona Street West. For more information, visit MJHS. ca or call 306-692-1517.
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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.
Evergreen
O Tannenbaum, O Tannenbaum, how faithfully you blossom! Through summer’s heat and winter’s chill, your leaves are green and blooming still. O Tannenbaum, O Tannenbaum, how faithfully you blossom! The evergreen tree faithfully blossoms until it is cut and placed in a home for Christmas. After a few weeks the tree dries out and must somehow be
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disposed. Curbside Christmas tree collection begins January 15th in Moose Jaw. The city website also directs: Residents may drop off their natural evergreen trees in the new designated area at the Community Bulk Recycling Depot located at 1050 High St. West (changed from Yara Centre parking lot). Evergreen trees are one of the commonly recognized symbols for the celebrations of Christmas. Conifers (such as fir, spruce, or pine) are decorated in a variety of ways, often depending upon cultural or family traditions. I personally have used penguins and strawberry decorations. (You can google to discover the traditions behind these ornaments.) The English language has used the adjective evergreen since the mid-1500s to describe trees having foliage that remains green and functional through more than one growing season. As opposed to deciduous trees that have leaves that fall off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle. Over the years evergreen developed a figurative sense of retaining freshness or interest. Evergreen also was used to define universally and continually relevant things, not limited to a particular event or date. The little black dress is an evergreen fashion that transcends seasonal styles and remains perennially classy and versatile. She regularly updated the team’s website to keep evergreen content on the internet. Evergreen is derived from the Old English word aefre, meaning ever, at any time, always, and combined with grene (green). Its roots come from the IndoEuropean root ghre (to grow) through the sense of the colour of growing plants. As a noun evergreen refers to a plant having foliage that remains green and functional through more than one growing season. Jessica Damiano , the Gardening Coach (mentoring and guidance for a beautiful and productive garden), counsels, “If temperatures are above 40 degrees, spray broadleaf evergreens with an antidesiccant to ward off winter dehydration and windburn.” Evergreens tough-skinned needles continue food production through the coldest winters and the warmest summers. The twigs and branches of an evergreen are often used for decorations at any time of the year.
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As with the adjective form, evergreen can also mean something that retains its popularity. Classic hits from the rock group Toto (1977-present) like Africa, Hold the Line, and Rosanna are evergreen songs that people still love, as I do (listening to them as I write). The Christmas tree tradition began with ancient winter solstice celebrations using evergreens. German Christians in the 16th century adopted the custom during the Christmas season, brought them into homes, and decorated them with candles and fruits. The use of evergreens at Christmas was a tradition disseminated in England and America by German royalty like Prince Albert in the 1800s. One website lists 16 different varieties of evergreens that can be used at Christmastime: Balsam Fir (strong fragrance), Fraser Fir (the longest lasting Christmas tree), Canaan Fir (strong branches), Douglas Fir, Grand Fir, Noble Fir, Concolor Fir, White Pine, Scotch Pine, Virginia Pine, Blue Spruce, Norway Spruce, White Spruce, Arizona Cypress, Leyland Cypress, and Red Cedar. Johnny Marks wrote Rockin’Around the Christmas Tree and Brenda Lee recorded it in 1958. Rockin’ around the Christmas tree at the Christmas party hop Mistletoe hung where you can see every couple tries to stop Rockin’ around the Christmas tree let the Christmas spirit ring Later we’ll have some pumpkin pie and we’ll do some caroling You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear voices singing, let’s be jolly Deck the halls with boughs of holly rockin’ around the Christmas tree Have a happy holiday everyone dancin’ merrily in the new oldfashioned way 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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Popular gaming expo to feature team-based tournament this year Jason G. Antonio - MooseJawToday.com
The Moose Jaw Gamers Association is known for its annual expo featuring board games, console battles and other fun activities, but a new gaming group is stepping forward to offer support. The gamers association expo (GAX) — one of Saskatchewan’s longest-running events — hits the Centre for Arts and Culture (MJCAC) from Friday, Feb. 6 to Sunday, Feb. 8. The event features gaming of all kinds, such as Dungeons and Dragons (D&D), Magic: The Gathering, LAN gaming, console rooms, virtual reality, board games and Warhammer. GAX is expected to host a Settlers of Catan national qualifier, but organizers are waiting for confirmation from the game maker. Furthermore, there will be vendors selling nerdy memorabilia, participants can win prizes, and a pizza supper will be served on Saturday. A family rate is $50, while a single admission is $25. “I am pretty excited (for GAX) … . It’s going to be a good time,” said Brooks Nancarrow, president of the MJGA, noting that the association is raising funds for Creative Kids. Continuing, Nancarrow said the MJGA is collaborating this year with the Saskatchewan Retro GameCon group, which will run a gaming tournament on Sunday. He explained that when the retro group was starting, its organizers contacted the association because the latter had connections in Moose Jaw. The MJGA then attended the retro group’s inaugural convention in September 2025 and ran a board game and video game corner. Meanwhile, when the association’s executive members were planning for the 2026 GAX, they contacted the retro gamers for support, with the group stepping forward immediately, Nancarrow said. “It (the support) helps out quite a bit because usually the Sundays
Happy Birthday, Forever Loved Keyin. A tiny life, so full of love, Now resting gently up above. Born sleeping, yet our hearts still know, A bond that time can never slow. The Moose Jaw Gamers Association’s gaming expo (GAX) — one of Saskatchewan’s longest-running events — hits the Centre for Arts and Culture (MJCAC) from Friday, Feb. 6 to Sunday, Feb. 8, and features everything from board games to miniature figurines. File photo
end up being that slow day, where we’re sitting there trying to figure out how to get people to come in a little bit more,” he remarked. “But, having … a tournament that someone else is willing to come in and run is perfect,” Nancarrow added. Jared Dormer, one of the four retro game co-leaders, said his organization is “so excited to participate,” especially since the MJGA does great work by fundraising for charities. Moreover, the retro gamers appreciated the support the association offered in September. “(We) just wanted to share the love and be there for them as well,” he remarked. Continuing, Dormer said the retro gamers will run a “relay race” tournament, where two teams will attempt to complete the first world of Donkey Kong on the Super Nintendo (SNES). When players either beat a level or fail, they go to the end of the line and another player steps in. The winning team goes to the next round, while the overall winner receives a prize. Dormer said he thought of the idea based on his experiences as a kid, since his parents operated a daycare, and children learned to take turns playing games. He noted that many people today likely had
Forever our baby, held so near, Carried with us year by year. Though unseen, your place remains, Woven deep in joy and pain. Until the day our paths align, Your love is ours through all of time. Our precious boy, our shining light, Loved each day and every night.
similar experiences with friends and siblings. Dormer added that this will be his first time attending GAX as a fan and as an organizer, which excites him. People can register for the Donkey Kong tournament through the Saskatchewan Retro GameCon group’s social media channels. Meanwhile, Nancarrow said the MJGA is pleased that Stringam Law — formerly Regent Law under Talon Regent — is again cosponsoring the expo by providing financial support to run the event. He noted that this allows the association to use revenues from GAX to support its chosen charity. “The fact that the gaming community is becoming as strong as it is and everyone is willing to help out … it’s great to see,” he stated. Nancarrow added that he’s looking forward to playing either Munchkin, a character-building game, or Red Dragon Inn, a deckbuilding game, while he encouraged people to attend since they can have fun, socialize and make new friends. Visit www.mjga.ca/gax for more information and to register.
We never saw your smile or the colour of your eyes. We never heard your laughter and we never heard your cries. You never felt our kisses on your cheek and nose, or tickles underneath your chin and on your little toes. You don’t hear “we love you” and you don’t see us weep because you were born asleep, but there will come a time when in our death, our eyes will close too, and we know that when they open, we’ll awaken there with you.
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Love Forever & Always Mommy, Daddy, Cody, Kadin & Kasia
Happy 19th Birthday to our grandson Keyin in Heaven
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AIME MORIN
Armande Jeanne Morin, lovingly known as Aime, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025, at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Hospital in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 92 years. Aime was born on May 17, 1933, in Val Marie, Saskatchewan, the third of five children born to Ovide and Elizabeth Fiset. She grew up on the family farm alongside her siblings Lilliane, Violet, Lauraine, and Clifford, where she learned the values of hard work, gratitude, and caring for others that shaped her entire life. She completed Grade 12 in Val Marie and went on to attend one semester at the University of Saskatchewan in 1953. Aime began her working career as a nurse’s aide at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Gravelbourg, later serving at Assiniboia Union Hospital and at the hospital in Willow Bunch until its closure. She then returned to Gravelbourg, where she worked as a sales associate at Morin Brothers Jewelry. It was during this time that Aime met the love of her life, François “Frank” Morin, in his father Noè’s store. They became engaged on New Year’s Day in 1953 and were married on September 22, 1954. They were blessed with eight children. Together, they owned and operated Morin Jewellers in Assiniboia and, in 1979, purchased Morin Brothers Jewelry in Gravelbourg after the passing of Frank’s father. Together, François and his father operated their jewelry businesses for over 80 years. Aime lived a life of service and involvement. She was a figure skating judge and test chairperson for the Assiniboia club, did agriculture and census surveys, worked as a World Book representative, served as bookkeeper for the bowling club, and enjoyed many years in the Assiniboia Bowling League. She also served as President of the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides. Her faith was central to her life. Aime was deeply involved in parish life as a sacristan, communion minister, reader, choir member, rosary leader, and she faithfully served at funerals. One of her most treasured memories was her pilgrimage to Israel, particularly the Entry into Jerusalem and walking the Via Dolorosa (the way of the cross), an experience that deeply moved her spirit. Aime had many hobbies that brought her joy, including knitting, crocheting, sewing, puzzles, crosswords, playing cards, and games at family gatherings. She had a great love of travel, with memorable trips to Yellowstone’s Old Faithful, Portugal, Greece, Cuba, Disneyland in California, the Rose Bowl Parade, Niagara Falls, and many special family adventures. She and Frank also delighted in social dancing and square dancing. Sadly, Frank passed away in 2019. Aime moved to Moose Jaw a few years later to be closer to family. She truly enjoyed the new friendships she made while living at Mulberry Estates. Aime was a loving and caring mother with an energetic soul. She was a wonderful teacher to her children, instilling respect, kindness, and a love of family, along with simple pleasures such as gardening and sewing. Her greatest passion was helping others, and she lived with deep gratitude for life and for all she had been given. Aime leaves to cherish her memory her loving family: daughter Lise (Ken) Julian, grandchildren Dori Julian (Karson Levack) and Tess (Josh) Wheeler; daughter Denise (Gary) Munford, grandchildren Keasto Munford (Cara McAlaster), Terence Munford (Kathrina Avery), Gina Munford (Erik Danecker), and Jolene Munford (fiancée Tyler Stone); son Daniel (Gloria) Morin, grandchildren David Morin, John (Alysha Aussant), Chantal (Austin) Pankratz, and Jeffrey Morin; son Kim Morin; her sisters Violet Kasper and Lauraine Sincennes; and her brother Clifford (Gloria) Fiset. She was predeceased by her husband Francois “Frank” Morin (2019); her children Marc (1956), Luc (1973), Marie (1975), and Giles (1976); her parents Ovide and Elizabeth Fiset; her sister and brother-in-law Lilliane (Nick) Lastuka; and brothers-in-law Mike Kasper and Lionel Sincennes. A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., at St. George’s Roman Catholic Church, 325 6th Avenue East, Assiniboia, Saskatchewan, with Father George Thattuparampil officiating. Aime was laid to rest at Mount Hope Cemetery, Assiniboia, SK. Memorial donations in Aime’s memory can be made to the South Country Health Care Foundation for the Assiniboia Union Hospital, Box 1750, Assiniboia, SK S0H 0B0 or Masses said in Aime’s memory to St. George Roman Catholic Church, Box 190, Assiniboia, SK S0H 0B0. Online condolences can be shared at www.pichehawkinsgrondinfuneralchapels.ca
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Adeline Terease Leverton aged 96 years of Moose Jaw, SK, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 3 rd , 2026. Adeline was born on December 4 th , 1929. She was delivered by her maternal grandmother Teresa Nagel on the family farm near Briercrest, SK. Adeline attended Elerton Elementary School, which was 1.4 miles from the farm. High school was mainly at the Briercrest School, but she graduated grade 12 at Sion Academy, the Convent in Moose Jaw. She then went to Moose Jaw’s Normal School where she obtained her Teaching Certificate. Her first posting was a single room school in the Mazenod area teaching grades 1 through 10. She also taught at the Spicer School and in Expense, SK. Adeline’s career was very important to her. She loved teaching. When she married Charles Lewis Leverton in 1952 they moved to Moose Jaw and she began teaching and substituting with Moose Jaw Catholic schools. Most of her full-time teaching was at St. Agnes School. Her family was always her focus, and she enjoyed a close relationship with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Many card games, family get-togethers, and long conversations were enjoyed by all. Some of her dearest friends have passed away but she still maintained contact with many and enjoyed those visits and phone calls as well. She was predeceased by her parents, Martin and Emilie (née: Nagel) Flegel; husband, Lewis Leverton; and son-in-law, Brent Woods. Adeline is survived by her loving family: daughters, Lois Saunders and Cathy Woods; son, Mark (Tamara) Leverton; grandchildren: Adam (Kristy) Saunders, Jared (Heather) Saunders, Jessica Woods, Christine Woods (Eddie Chow), Sarah Leverton, and Tyler Leverton; great-grandchildren: Keira, Amelia, Maia, Brynlee, and Kwanele Saunders; brother, Edwin (Anne) Flegel; sister, Edna Fikowski; as well as many nieces and nephews. Adeline’s family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Crescent Park Retirement Villa for the care, compassion, and friendship as they supported mom through her final years. A private family celebration will be held to honour Adeline at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Shirese Noble Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com Roy (RC) Smith, (1934 - 2025), 91, of Miracle Beach, Black Creek BC, passed away peacefully at home on December 11th, 2025. Born in Moose Jaw Saskatchewan, Roy grew up in Mortlach and was forever connected with his prairie roots. In 1964, he moved his family to West Vancouver where he built his dream home in a sunny location with a non-stop view! In his career of over 40 years, loving the fashion industry, Roy developed C Smith Agency from a manufacturer's agency of men's clothing to Great Pacific Label Co - partnering with his daughter Lynelle. Roy was larger than life - from his gold tooth, hockey playing antics, legendary practical jokes, to his vast collection of memorabilia. He was forward thinking by owning one of the first Suburban trucks in Vancouver, buying and selling many rental properties, taking advantage of creative risks and building a cabin on the beach. Roy adored his life partner Patricia and his family, including all of our dogs. His hockey days at Hollyburn and Courtenay were a major part of his life. Fishing trips with his friend Don Deydey (Nighty) and later with Scott, Marshal and Paul were an annual highlight. Travelling with Patricia, family, and friends was special for Roy - but he always was happiest coming home. When he retired and built his second dream house at Miracle Beach, his great passion became chopping and piling wood. He spent many hours watching the ocean for the next prize log to come in on the tide. Roy loved birdwatching and entertained himself or friends by his skill in calling the eagles and predicting the weather by watching the fish sculpture. Whatever he was doing, he had a constant background of music -mainly JAZZ. Roy is survived by his wife Patricia, son Scott (Carol), daughter Lynelle Arsenault (Paul), grandchildren Sarah Watters (Kyle), Emily Minni (Robbie) and Marshal, great grand daughter Mia, his brother-in-law Harvey Staseson (Sharon), his sister-in-law Mary Lou Staseson and many nieces and nephews. The sun set on Roy heading to the outdoor rink with his skates hung on his stick over his shoulder and burning up the wing on a clean sheet of ice. A Celebration of Life will be held at Crown Isle Resort, Courtenay on February 28, 1:30 - 4:30 pm. Please RSVP to Lynelle Arsenault, (lynelle317@gmail.com) by February 7th if you plan to attend. We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Dr. Steve Leboeuf and our teams of caregivers for their expertise and loving care In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Comox Valley SPCA, Comox Valley or Campbell River Hospitals.
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UPCOMING EVENTS IN MOOSE JAW If you would like your notice or event added to this list, contact us at: joan@moosejawexpress.com STS Moose Jaw Superannuated Teachers LUNCHEON will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at the Masonic Temple Hall. 10:30 – 11:00 Coffee Chat - circulate and connect with past colleagues/11:00 - Program: Michelle Gallagher – Travel/12:00 - Roast Beef Dinner- Catered by Charlottes/12:45 Meeting for those of you who wish to stay/ Cost: $20.00 per STS member and spouse. $25.00 for non-members. Please RSVP to Rosalie by Saturday, January 17, 2026, @ 306-691-0696, email: stsmoosejaw@gmail. com, or click on the link in your latest STSMJ Newsletter. (If you haven’t received your newsletter, please check your junk/spam mail or follow the directions on www.stsmoosejaw.com. Square One Community 50’s, 60’s, 70’s Comfort Singers Concert and Dessert Party will be held on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 @7pm at Zion United Church 423 Main St. N. Dessert to follow the concert and WINTER WARM-UP RAFFLE DRAW. Tickets: $25pp via Cash and E-transfer. To reserve your tickets, please email us at: communitysquareone@gmail.com. Please include your name and the number of tickets you require. If paying via e-transfer, kindly include “Concert Tickets” in the memo field. All proceeds go to Square One Community’s Supportive Housing Program. We aren’t just providing a roof; we are providing a future. Moose Jaw Town ‘N Country Mall Crib Tournament on Saturday, January 17 | 10:00 AM. Only $12 to enter. Lite lunch provided. Register at the Town N Country Mall Office Or email gail@ptccyvr. Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place. Plus mystery prizes! Moose Jaw Lawn Bowling on turf continues in Yara Centre Tuesday and Thursdays at 10am but taking a holiday break until Jan 6th. Cancelled for Jan 8 but resuming Tues & Thurs @10 Jan 13/26. 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 306693-5705. 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 in-person, small-group, course that will explore how to overcome addiction that is based on Biblical foundations. For questions - Call or text Cory at 306-684-1464 or email firmfoundationministries.inc@gmail.com. Firm Foundation Ministries provides other services as well: -Bible study - Monday evenings at 630 p.m/ Prayer meetings - Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m/Pastoral counselling. Check Facebook or Instagram for updates on services, events, bible study notes and words from the Lord. Nar-Anon Meetings every Monday 7—8pm (Moose Jaw Nar-Anon Family Group) is a twelve-step program for relatives and friends affected by someone else’s drug use and is in-person at Moose Jaw Alliance Church, 14 Neslia Place. Come in Main Doors – Meeting Rm 103. Your anonymity and what you say at meetings will be carefully guarded. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Weight Loss Support Group Meets at the Cosmo Senior Citizen’s Centre, 235 – 3rd Ave. N.E. The group meets every Wednesday morning. Weigh ins are 8-8:45 am. Meeting to follow. . scale weighs up to 350 pounds. Join for friendship and support on your weight loss journey. For more information go to www. tops.org TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 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: 306-6925453 Facebook @ ROYAL CANADIAN LEGIONBranch 59 Moose Jaw OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Friday 9:30am4:00pm LOUNGE HOURS: Effective January 2nd Sunday 11:00am – 3:00pm (when there’s Curling); Monday 1:00pm – 9:00pm; Tuesday 12:00pm – 5:00pm; Wednesday 1:00pm
– 10:00pm; Thursday 10:00am – 10:00pm; Friday 1:00pm – 10:00pm; and Saturday 1:00pm – 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 6:30pm8:30pm 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: 8:30am-TOPS/8:30amPickleball/10:45q.m. Fitness Class/1pmFloor Shuffleboard/ Indoor Walking 11:30am/ Pickleball 3:45pm and Beginner Pickleball 7:00pm Thursday: 10am-Line Dance/10:30a.m. Euchre/1pm-Pickleball/ 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 Pickleball 9:30am/10:45 Cornhole/Pickleball - 1:00pm Monday, January 19 - Coffee Chat with Service Canada/CRA 10:30am - 12:00pm. All Service Canada/CRA topics up for discussion, including anything income tax. 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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Smith Acreage, RM of Caron No. 162
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Unique property, unlimited possibilities, house, basically two Beautiful home, formal dining room with cascading Better than a new build, 2 storey, spacious foyer, 2pc houses joined together, over 3,300 sq ft on the main floor, living waterfall, grand kitchen, gas stove, stainless steel bathroom, living room, as fireplace, main floor room, 2 bedrooms, ensuite, basement, family room, fireplace, appliances, granite countertops,walk in pantry, living bedroom, open concept kitchen, eat-up island, grand 2 rooms, bathroom,1750 sf ft addition, open designed kitchen, room, gas fireplace, hardwood flooring, partially covered dining room, private deck, mudroom with access to dining, living room, master bedroom, ensuite, office, bathroom, deck, lower deck, pergol, patio and gazebo, Master double attachedheated garage, 2nd level, primary double attached garage, basement, family, bedroom, Bedroom, walk in closet, ensuite, 2nd bedroom, full bedroom, en-suite , laundry room, 2 bedrooms, quonset, food processing fully functional, 3,500 sq ft building bathroom, lower level in-floor heat, family area, 2 bathroom, ower level, family, bedroom, bathroom, event building, 2 bathrooms, barn, too much to list here. bedrooms, bathroom, DBL attached garage, in-floor heat! utility room, large patio perfect, enclosed fireplace!
Amazing location just minutes from Moose Jaw! This parcel of land is located East of the city in the RM Of Moose Jaw. It is currently zoned as Agricultural but offers plenty of opportunities and the potential to have it rezoned as commercial! This is prime land located just off the #1 Highway. Subdivision of salvage yard is from parcel is complete.
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Local construction values nearly hit $90 million Ron Walter - For Moose Jaw Express
Value of building permits issued by city hall soared by 97 per cent last year. The city issued 185 permits worth $89.6 million in 2025 compared to 205 permits worth $30,56 million the previous year. Housing construction was the weakest sector with 23 structures for 62 families worth $13.72 million built last year compared with 34 structures for 61 people worth $14.3 million in 2024. Average costs of a housing unit in 2025 was $221,419 compared with $234,475 in 2024. Significant permits during the year included: • * $28 million for the new River Street hotel on the site of the former Brunswick Hotel. • $300,000 in August for a Buster Truck Service on Snyder Road.
• $16.2 million for GATX rail car rehab site on Caribou Street West. • $1.5 million for a Moose Jaw Co-op chemical/fertilizer unit in the city’s northeast. • $300,000 improvements to the Hillcrest Apostolic Church on Main Street North. • In May a $3.9 million permit for a 20 unit residential complex on South Hill. • $496,000 for alterations to a wholesale/retail outlet at 369B Thatcher Drive East. • Two permits worth $509,000 for SIAST projects. • In April the city service centre on High Street West took out a $225,000 permit for renovations. • A industrial building worth $2.8 million was built on Snyder Road in
Grayson Business Park. • In March a $400,000 permit was issued for a motor vehicle showroom at 848 Caribou Street West. • In February $8.2 million was approved for two storage buildings at
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Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express SNAPSHOT: Hopkins Dining Parlour has reopened its upstairs bar in the Top of the Parlour lounge late last week, welcoming guests back to the space for the first time in nearly two decades. The reopening revives a long-standing feature of the historic four-storey restaurant, offering a relaxed lounge setting to complement the dining experience below. Owner Linda Lin is pictured. Hopkins Dining Parlour is located at 65 Athabasca Street West and can be reached at 306-692-5995. To learn more, visit HopkinsDining.com. Photo by: Hopkins Dining Parlour
369C Thatcher Drive East. • In January a $925,000 utility building at 1202 Athabasca Street East. • Ron Walter can be reached at ronjoy@ sasktel.net
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