Issue 17

Box 40, 102 3rd Ave West, Biggar, Saskatchewan S0K 0M0 email: [email protected] Phone: 306-948-3344 www.biggarindependent.ca

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by Kevin Brautigamof The IndependentThe fi rst annual Biggar Boogie promises to be a

Biggar RCMP will be conducting a traffi c safety blitz in and around Biggar and Perdue starting this Monday and running until May 3.

The traffic safety blitz will focus on seatbelt, speed ing, d i s t rac ted d r i v i n g , s t o p s i g n s , aggressive driving and motor vehicle insurance violations.

“Fines for these types of offences vary but can equate to several hundreds o f d o l l a r s , ” B i g g a r Detachment Commander, Sgt . Col in Sawrenko explained. “Depending on the situation your vehicle may also be towed. There will be a zero tolerance approach during the blitz.”

B i g g a r R C M P a r e encouraging everyone to focus on safe driving habits, not only during this period, but at all times.

T h e G o v e r n m e n t o f Saskatchewan has set an inter im mil l rate factor limit for the 2013

Runners to your marks - Biggar Boogie set to run this JuneFun run to raise money for playground facilities

fun, no pressure event designed to raise money for recreational facilities in Biggar.

Slated for this Saturday, June 22 , the fami ly o r i e n t e d e v e n t w i l l feature two, five and,

for the more serious and competitive runners, a 10 kilometre challenge. Participates can run or

walk the course which will start at the Sandra Schmirler Olympic Gold park gazebo.

“We wanted the two kilometre because we hope that a lot of kids wil l take part in it ,” explained Town of Biggar Recreation Director Erin Poitras, again, stressing the family-fun nature of the event.

Open to any age, those interested can register at the Town Offi ce or at New U Fitness.

Hoping to make this an annual event, Poitras hopes the event can raise cash f o r p layground equipment for the various recreational facilities in town, specifi cally at the Buckingham Park on Third Avenue East.

“We just felt it would be a good f it for the Recreation Department to do something that involves physical activity,” she said. “I think it’s great that we have the two, fi ve and 10 kilometre because for the two kilometre, get a bunch of families out there, get moving, have something to do, but yet there are some of the more serious runners out there who do travel quite a bit to go to 10 kilometre competitions, why not have one here?”

P o i t r a s s a y s t h a t a l though the Biggar Boogie has just started promoting itself, she’s already received interest from runners and former residents.

It will be a timed event, but the nature of will be relaxed and fun - unless you are competing, and for some, the competitive juices will flow freely. Again, running, walking or pushing a stroller will be al lowed. However, no bikes or pets will be allowed, mainly due to the potential for on-course accidents or incidents.

Although an official time hasn’t been set for registrations and start times, so stay tuned as more details are fi nalized. Once again, to register for the Biggar Boogie this Saturday, June 22, contact the Town Offi ce (306-948-3317 or New U Fitness (306-948-2208).

Traffi c Safety Blitz starts Monday

Municipal mill rate limit means more fairness for Saskatchewan taxpayers

taxation year to support the equitable distribution of property taxes set by municipalities among

property classes.“Most commercial and

i n d u s t r i a l p r o p e r t y owners in the province pay higher municipal property taxes than those paid on agricultural and residential properties for delivery of many of the same municipal services,” Government Relations Min is ter J im Re i ter said, Monday. “Setting this interim limit will be a first step toward fairer taxation among all municipal property tax classes going forward and focuses on the most extreme occurrences.”

The maximum ratio of highest to lowest mill rate factors that may be implemented by a municipality in 2013 will be 15.0. The interim l imi t w i l l be p laced in The Municipalities R e g u l a t i o n s a n d i s retroactive to January 1, 2013 and therefore

applicable for the 2013 municipal taxation year. Municipalities should not interpret this as a target; the majority have far lower ratios and should continue to strive for taxation fairness. Mill rate factors do not apply to education property taxes. The interim limit does not apply to cities or northern municipalities since they are all well below it.

T h e M i n i s t r y o f Government Relations wi l l conduct further review and consult with business stakeholders and the municipal sector to develop a long-term policy for placing limits on mill rate factors to take effect in 2014.

The review will include all property tax tools and al l categories of municipalities, including c i t i e s a n d n o r t h e r n municipalities.

On the face of it all . . . Biggar Central School senior, Gordie May makes the return, Saturday during the Blazer home tourney. The senior badminton squad had a great weekend, following it up with strong play at Sectionals in Rosetown, taking nine of the 16 spots. May,

along with doubles partner Jared McLeod, placed second in boys doubles in Rosetown, allowing them to move to District play this weekend in Outlook. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Short order chefs . . . Rita Sutherland, left, takes her trio of cooks, Alric Massie, Jacob Miller and Wyatt Aman, through a lesson, Tuesday during the weekly Kids in the Kitchen program. Held at Biggar Central School, the after-school program is open to all kids, teaching them how to make healthy and nutritious meals. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 20132 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

Council Minute highlights

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Five Biggar Central School 2000 Grade 11 students and their moms were lucky enough to visit and participate in an Costa Rica elementary school during their Easter break.

The Costa Rica students, ages 5 to 12, were quite shy upon the BCS 2000 girls’ arrival, but quickly warmed up to the “Biggar” girls.

The visitors were invited into the school for a tour, and introductions to the teachers and students soon followed. As soon as the new toys and sporting equipment

Costa Rica trip a chance of a lifetime for BCS students

The regular meeting of Biggar Town Council was held April 2, at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Attending the meeting were Mayor Ray Sadler, Aldermen Ron Arnold, Jim Besse, Alan Boyle, Penny McCallum, Eugene Motruk, and Kirk Sherbino.

Council resolved that the minutes of the March 19 regular meeting of Council be approved as circulate. Also resolved, the minutes of the March 26 Committee Meeting of Council were approved as circulated.

Council resolved that the General Accounts Paid in the amount of $103,989.76, and the General Accounts Payable in the amount of $29,057.80, be approved.

Council resolved that the following correspondence be accepted for Council’s

brought from Canada were taken out, the shyness was forgotten and the young children were anxious to join in with the visitors to play and visit. Even though there was a language barrier, there did not seem to be any diffi culties understanding each other. The teachers were equally as excited to receive the many bags of school supplies donated.

The surrounding community of the town of Playas del Coco, has been working with volunteers to help build a new school and are hoping it will be fi nished within the year.

The BCS girls raised travelling money and gathered school supplies and toys for the Costa Rican children through a Christmas Community dance and through personal and business donations.

The girls are very appreciative of the many people who helped make the experience possible. The girls were also able to volunteer at a tree-planting facility, and to travel and take part in the many fun activities that Costa Rica has to offer.

It was, no doubt, a life-altering experience to see and participate in helping, in a small way, the beautiful children of Costa Rica.

information and fi led: Biggar Housing Authority - Chairman Resignation; Biggar Masonic Lodge - Donation Breakdown; Minister of Government Relations - Certifi cate of Approval; Biggar Credit Union - Patronage Dividend; Biggar Community Connections - Amalgamation Agreement; Catterall and Wright - Landfi ll; SUMA - 2014 SUMA Convention Theme Ideas; Town of Kerrobert - Regional Waste Management; S a s k a t c h e w a n Command Legion - Donation Advertising.

Council resolved that with respect to the municipal reserve option concerning the proposed subdivision of Lots 1-34, SW 1/4 of Section 5-36-14-W3M, the Town make a monetary settlement to the dedicated lands

account in the amount of $1,700.

Council resolved that Town of Biggar Chief Administrative Offi cer, Barb Barteski, be authorized to attend

the 2013 UMAAS (Urban Municipal A d m i n i s t r a t o r s Association of S a s k a t c h e w a n ) Convention to be held in Saskatoon on June 4

to 7.Council resolved

that the request from Biggar Minor Hockey Association for a refund for hall rental for the event they hosted on

March 25 in the amount of $141.75, be approved.

Council continued with discussion of the 2013 budget.• Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.

Biggar Central School students Mallory McCarty, Sierra Larlham, Taylor Darroch, Sabrina Yurchak and Shelayna Elliott, pose with Costa Rican students over the Easter break. The fi ve Biggar students were volunteering at the school, bringing toys and other items to the kids.

Mallory McCarty, Taylor Darroch, Sabrina Yurchak and Sierra Larlham with kids in the classroom.

Shelayna Elliott gets a hug (above right), as does Mallory McCarty.(Photos for The Independent by Tricia Darroch)

Day of Pink . . . On April 18, over 90 student and staff from St. Gabriel School wore pink to kick off National Anti-Bullying Week in support of The Day of Pink. The Day of Pink is a day of action, born when a youth in a high school in Cambridge, Nova Scotia

was bullied because he wore a pink shirt to school. His fellow students decided to stand up to bullying - hundreds coming to school wearing pink to show their support. (Submitted Photo)

THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013 THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 3

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Biggar RCMP would like to remind parents and all terrain vehicle operators of a few rules under the All Terrain Vehicle Act of Saskatchewan, namely:1.) An ATV is any vehicle that is primarily designed for off road use, ie: quad, dirt bike, dune buggy, argo.2.) No one can operate an ATV on public land unless they hold a valid drivers licence. Public land includes ditches.3.) No person under the age of 16 shall operate an ATV. The only exception being while operating on private land with land owner permission.4.) If you are 12 years or more but under the age of 16 you may operate an ATV on public or private land if: a) you are accompanied on the ATV (if designed for two) by someone who holds a valid licence and has had a valid licence for 365 days; b) you are directly supervised at all times by a person who holds and has held a valid licence for 365 days; or c) has successfully completed an approved training course and provide proof of successful completion upon demand of a peace offi cer.5.) Everyone who operates an ATV on

Despite the strong economy the Sask Party is making painful cuts, leaving some people and institutions in crisis, the NDP claimed Friday.

Last week at the legislature, NDP Leader Cam Broten described the affect of what he called cuts and funding shortfalls by the Sask Party who, he added, are stubbornly forcing on to seniors, vulnerable children and SIAST students and staff.

“The fact that the Sask Party is struggling in

RCMPencourage ATV users to be responsible

Sask Party puts people last in fi nancial struggle: NDP

such a strong economy is worrisome,” said Broten. “The fact that Saskatchewan families are bearing the brunt of the Sask Party’s decisions is unacceptable.”

Senior Michael Lilley and others like him rely on home-care services that allow them to live independently at home, instead of a hospital or seniors home. But, Lilley and other seniors received a shocking letter from the government informing them their home-care services have been cut off, Broten said.

The letter told vulnerable home-care patients to “explore the yellow-pages” for help. The insensitive letter added insult to injury, according to Broten.

“Providing home-care services, rather than further crowding our hospitals, is just common sense,” said Broten. “Home care gives our grandmas and grandpas more dignity and a better quality of life, and it reduces overcrowding and costs in our healthcare system.”

Broten and the NDP raised several other examples of the Sask Party’s short-sighted cuts and funding shortfalls affecting people today, and risking Saskatchewan’s future:• SIAST’s fi nancial situation is “not acceptable nor

sustainable,” according to SIAST CEO Larry Rosia. The NDP released an e-mail from Rosia which shows the school will now have to look to make cuts as a result of the Sask Party government’s funding shortfall.• Children in care don’t get the time or attention they need from social workers or care workers, according to the annual report of the independent Children’s Advocate. The Sask Party cut 145 jobs in two years from the ministry of social services, which cares for foster children and vulnerable youth.• The condition of

highways is being blasted, the NDP describe, by drivers throughout the province in an online poll sponsored by CAA Saskatchewan – but the Sask Party cut $5.5 million from this year’s highways budget and promised to transfer another $6 million away from highways and into a privatization experiment.

Broten said the NDP’s “ground breaking” new law - Howard’s Law - that will require the government to collect and display online information about which public buildings contain asbestos passed its fi nal vote Thursday.

public land must hold a subsisting contract of liability insurance. Talk to your home insurance provider or an SGI motor licence issuer. You must be able to produce this insurance upon demand of a peace offi cer.6.) You must wear an approved helmet when operating an ATV.

You can not operate an ATV on a designated road or highway. You can go across a designated road or highway as long as you yield right of way and cross the road by the shortest and most direct route available. The Town of Biggar and the Village of Perdue do not have any by-laws permitting the use of ATV’s on any streets within town/village limits.

There are a number of offences under the ATV Act and fi nes can range in the hundreds of dollars. Violations can also result in the seizure of your ATV. Biggar RCMP are asking that all ATV riders understand the laws and drive responsibly. Trailer your ATV out of town, travel in groups and act respectfully.

A complete copy of the All Terrain Vehicle Act of Saskatchewan can be downloaded from the Internet.

Another lucky Travel Voucher winner . . . Town of Biggar Recreation Director Erin Poitras, left, hands over the latest winning entry in the Travel Voucher program to Aiden Zagoruy, accompanied by his mom, Tina. They will be going somewhere warmer, and anyone with a ticket is still in the running for the next draw. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Asquith Royal Purple lend a helping hand . . . Carrie Latta, right, of the Asquith Royal Purple presented a cheque from the National Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children to Wayne and Holly Strom,

Dayton, Grace and Sophie, who lost their home to a fi re on April 14. The home, built in 1905, the fi rst one to be built in Asquith, was completely destroyed. (Photo for The Independent by Arlene Cattell)

4 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013

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Last week’s issue of the Independent on page 4 featured an opinion/editorial piece (Beware drug store dispensing fees - Why it’s worth shopping around for your pharmaceutical drugs) by Noralou Roos.

In the article, Roos claims that there is a plethora of pharmacies around town, and that they have found “all sorts of ways of making money from the unwary consumer.”

Roos, a professor of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Manitoba, argued that she would “stock up” on medication - a year’s supply, preferring not to visit her doctor more than once a year, adding that “It saves everyone time and money, right?”

The problem with her argument is it shouldn’t be construed that everyone should be doing this. Some medical conditions

change month to month, week to week, perhaps even day to day, and a constant monitoring of the situation should be taken. Roos’ argument that a dispensing fee is charged whether or not you receive a month’s supply or a year’s supply is in effect and, more to her point, these fees are “not created equally.”

Sure, okay, maybe in Manitoba, maybe even in Saskatchewan.

In Biggar, we have

a fantastic pair of pharmacies - Leslie’s Drug Store and Biggar Pharmasave Drugs. We don’t really care what’s going on in Manitoba but it is nice to peek in and see.

Locally, our pharmacists offer service above the call of what you’d receive in the city - they know you, your condition, other medications you are on. More importantly, you know them - you’ve went out for lunch with them, you’ve attended the same functions,

Dear Editor:This week with the selection of Justin Trudeau as the new Liberal

Leader, the Harper Conservatives launched ads and a web site with what the media like to call attack ads.

These are not attack ads, they are bullying Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau.

We don’t allow bullying in our schools, we should not be allowing bullying in our parliament, legislatures and elsewhere.

It is time Canadians stand up and let their politicians know we will not tolerate bullying in politics. There is no place in Canadian society for bullying. The bullying must stop now.

Sincerely,Rae Chamberlain

Biggar

In defence of shopping locally

you’ve shared a laugh or two. They shop locally, they support minor sports, cultural events, Donor’s Choice, et cetera.

it’s hoped, you do too. And that you support them.

There is no doubt we should all become better consumers as Professor Roos extols, but lets remember a trip into Saskatoon to save a few bucks (maybe) isn’t saving anything at all - figure in gas and time spent. Also figure in where your hard

earned money goes - is it circulated in Biggar or somewhere else?

We at The Independent understand Professor Roos’ opinion dismayed some in Biggar, but remember it’s an opinion - solely her own. Our opinion: shop locally; support the businesses here whenever possible, let those dollars make their rounds through our economy.

There is no way you could ever get better service in the city or elsewhere.

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Biggar Central School 2000School Community Council

Annual General Meeting

TUES., APRIL 307:00 p.m.

at Biggar Central School 2000

Members will be elected at that time to serve on the SCC for the 2013-2014

school year. Refreshments will be served.All are welcome!

Star Trek fans will remember the opening lines of the show -- “Space: the fi nal frontier”. The mystery of what is beyond the stars and skies has always held a fascination for many. We have watched NASA send off rockets to the moon and launch shuttles and have followed astronauts on their journeys.

I may be dating myself but I remember listening to the radio as NASA sent the fi rst monkey off to the moon. Then came the fi rst man who went into space, the fi rst man to walk on the moon and eventually a crew was sent to the International Space Station.

In December 2012 Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfi eld became the fi rst Canadian commander of the spacecraft where his fi ve month mission is to carry out experiments

and operate the Canadarm2.

Hadfi eld has been described as “the most social media savvy astronaut ever to leave Earth”. With the help of his sons he maintains a presence on the web and keeps us earthlings in contact with happenings on the space craft. He is also a photographer and posts pics of earth from above.

I must confess it’s not only fascinating but addicting to fl ip through the many pictures he has posted. He has posted images of Saskatoon, Regina and Moose Jaw during the cold winter months when all you see is white snow. In April he posted a pic of Calgary at night -- a beautiful sight with all the lights lit up. In fact, he has taken aerial views of just about every Canadian city and quite a few landmarks

-- Niagara Falls, Rocky Mountains and Prairie terrain, rivers and lakes.

The ISS orbits the world every 92 minutes so there are lots of opportunties to catch a glimpse of your part of the Earth. The team conducts science experiments every day -- in fact there are approximately 130 experiments running at any given time. One of the experiments, Hadfi eld’s favourite, is looking at the behaviour of nanoparticles and structures and how they form without the weight of gravity. Way above my head, not being a science nut at all.

In March Hadfi eld and NASA used Canadarm2 to catch the SpaceXDragon (a resupply vehicle) to the station. It was the fi rst time this operation has been performed remotely from Earth. Once the controllers

on the ground had the Dragon in place Hadfi eld used the arm to position it on the station.

As for the pictures Hadfi eld used a Nikon with a variety of lenses, some as high as 400 mm. There are some challenges. The night shots come out covered in dots a combination of working with high radiation above the atmosphere which causes the pixels to die faster. Still, he does his best and has captured some beautiful shots.

I don’t often pass on websites but if you are interested in taking a look at Hadfi eld’s shots from space I will paste url here.

https://www.facebook.com/AstronautChrisHadfi eld

On April 15, Hadfi eld’s fi nale of the night was a shot of Boston in the night sky with the caption “A sombre spring night in Boston.”

by Carmen McGregor, B.S.P.Cold sores are the development of blister type sores around the mouth.

They are caused by the reactivation of a type of virus that can remain latent for periods of time and are often transmitted via saliva. Cold sores are a common problem affecting 20 to 40 per cent of the general population, and approximately 33 per cent of school age children.

Many people have “triggers” that can cause the virus to become active and a cold sore to develop. Avoidance of triggers is the fi rst step in effectively preventing cold sores from recurring. For example, a sun block lip balm (SPF 15 or higher) may help to prevent cold sores triggered by bright sunlight. Other known triggers can include stress, surgical trauma, dental extractions, menses and other hormonal changes, infectious fever conditions and

hypothermia.Cold sores are not only

unsightly for sufferers but are often quite painful and irritating as well.

Fortunately there are medications available to minimize discomfort as well as speed healing. Due to recent changes in Saskatchewan pharmacist prescriptive authority, most of these medications are now available without having to pay a visit to your doctor’s offi ce.

Treatment should be started within one to two hours after onset of fi rst symptoms (tingling, itching or burning) or as soon as possible for maximum effectiveness. O v e r - t h e - c o u n t e r preparations contain protectants to prevent cracking and drying.

Many also have anesthetics, and other medications that when applied topically can reduce pain and increase rate of healing of lesions. Prescription antivirals may reduce the duration of symptoms by an average of one day. Patients may be issued

a prescription to keep on hand facilitating early initiation of therapy.

Pay a visit to your local pharmacy today for assessment and treatment options for your recurrent cold sores.

For Health Sake!

Sod Turning Ceremonyfor Central Park Place

Senior Apartments333 - 2nd Ave. East, Biggar

Wednesday, May 1 • 2 p.m.Introductions and Remarks

Sod TurningCoffee and Cake

Everyone welcome!

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This piece showed up in The Biggar Indepen-dent some years ago (1999). But feeling that most of us have forgot-ten about it by now, Y.T. (Yours Truly) is sending it in again.

Forgetting about mis-ery of wars (however dramatic) is one of the main causes of them all, and though some folks might criticize the very mention of it, let’s look back anyway.

“This is the story of war.

A true story of war.How do I know it is

true?I know it because I was

there.Maybe you think that I

boast.(I wonder sometimes

myself)But the reason I tell

you is thisThere are a thousand

talesTold in the name of war

Telling of glorious things

In a brave and wonder-ful way

Yet, when I hear them I say

I wonder if he was there?

For “telling” us is not enough

The hand that will guide the pen

Along its message of truth

Must know the feel of the Sten*

The solid pulse of the Bren*

This is a story of war.”Right from the start of

it, many of us thought the whole thing was wrong, and maybe much of the world tried to right things, but prom-ises were broken . . .* Canadian Machine Guns

Who was it? Where? And why?

The time was the Fifth of May.

The place was a Ger-man road.

And why? Well, you have me there.

Perhaps there are men somewhere

Who can tell you the reason why.

Men who were in the know.

Men who knew more than I.

With patriot words aglow

Perhaps they could fi ll your ear

With wonderful reasons why

In hours of death and fear

These men, on the Fifth of May,

Should crouch beneath their caps

The tools they have used to kill

Hating the war, but still crouching and waiting

-- why?Yours Truly knows that

in the light of modern things, this kind of “go-ings on” seem somewhat old fashioned.

In this day of atomic bombs, guided missiles and F-35s it almost makes it look like we used bows and arrows.

But wars aren’t old fashioned, and regard-less of what history has to say about “east and west”, we’ve got to get

along with each other.On the 5th of May

1945 we (the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada) were mov-ing up the road north of Weifl estide in northwest Germany. We weren’t meeting too much oppo-sition but stayed mighty low in the ditches any-way because the odd en-emy sniper was taking shots at us.

We had a couple of Sherman tanks with us, that took great joy in shooting incendiaries into the thatched rows of the nearby buildings until one of them got hit. I’m not exactly sure what happened to the crew, the tank was emp-ty when we fi led out that night.

“It was the Fifth of May,The rain came peltering

down,The men of Company AWere north of a German

townA Sherman* straddled

the roadIts motor a muffl ed roar

But its guns would never reload,

And its crew would re-port no more

A dozen pillars of smoke

Upholding the overcastIn blazing ruin bespoke

Of the way that the tank had passed

Till she came to her fate at last.

In the sights of an 88Don’t ask that I should

relate,The affects of an 88Ask any man of the

CorpsWho drove on the fi elds

of warAnd he can give you the

scoreOn the terrible 88.

It seems kind of silly to say so now, but things were kind of desperate. Our regiment was due at the crossroads up ahead and we weren’t going to get there on time . . .

It was the last part of the war though, when

suddenly something happened.

* Canadian (British Co-lumbia Regiment) tank

“We watched as we waited low,

And, after a time had gone

Something began to slow,

A cloth that was bleached and white.

And the form of a man arose

From out of his sodden pit

Holding that cloth aloftStaking his life on it.

Walking with hands on high

Counting each precious stride

Praying release, who knows?

From the vengeance of those who had died.And oh how I turned

my faceAs a shot from our

ditch repliedFor those forms that in

ugly graceLay strewn in the coun-

tryside.And so, with his fl ags of

peace,He came to the end at

lastLike a form from the

heavens castUgly, rude and sad

But which was the good and the bad?

When the books of our lives are passed

Will he be marked so low

Because he was just our foe.

Or, as we saw him stand

And thought of the men he’d slain,

Taken our guns in handAnd added another

stain.Who will be marked for

hellSprawled in the grass

he layAnd, with him, the

darkness fellTrying to hide the day.

And drive the rain away

Trying to blot the scoreThat is drawn in a day

of war.”The reader of this piece

(we hope) will never have to remember things like this. It sounds dramatic but it was really awful.

“This is the story of warA true story of war!

Told in the midnight still

When the bowl of my memory fi lls

With thoughts of that far off day

The terrible Fifth of May!

With thoughts of the far off night

And the tears of the men who fi ght --

Stumbling out of the line.

Oh what a memory mine

Possibly dimmed by years

And washed with a million tears

But still in each dream appears

Shadows amidst the rain.

How they came out again

From hunger -- and fear -- and pain.

Each with a silent songOut of the rain-fi lled

night.Back from a world of

wrongInto a world of right

Thinking of home -- of home.

Can the lines of a hum-ble poem

Written when day is through

Tell the relief they knew?

Back by a shattered tank,

Guarding its fallen rank

Back past a form that lay,

Twisted and torn and grey

Giving their grand re-lease

To the sweet story of peace.

And closing behind them the door

On the cruel story of war.

Anciens Combattents.


Mrs. Denaye McMahon along with the staff and students of

BIGGAR CENTRAL SCHOOL 2000

would like to extend a warm invitation to attend

2013-2014 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

Students are welcome to explore our classroom environment and Kindergarten program, as well as socialize with

like-age peers, during either two hour block.

Any child born in 2008 is eligible to begin Kindergarten in the Fall of 2013.

Please bring along your child’s Birth Certi cate.

For more information, please callBCS 2000 at 306-948-2117

or email: [email protected]

Wednesday, May 1, 2013from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. OR 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

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by Terry BramanIt is just another beau-

tiful spring day in Sas-katchewan with piles of snow all around to remind us that we live in one of the most bi-zarre weather regions in Canada.

It is quite possible for it to get extremely hot for a day and then the next day we are having to shovel ourselves out of the house due to a blizzard. However, I feel that is what make Sas-katchewan people great. We are fl exible and ready to adapt to whatever situation is thrown at us. it truly is a defi ning character trait what we should all be proud of and be proud of where we call home.

Mrs. Denaye McMahon, along with the staff and students of BCS 2000, would like to extend a warm invitation to attend 2013-14 Kindergarten registration on Wednes-day, May 1. This is a great opportunity for students and parents to explore our classroom environ-

Principal’s reportment and Kindergarten program. Furthermore, everyone will have the opportunity to meet our new Kindergarten teach-er for next year, Caroline Kapiniak, who is com-ing to us from Landis School.

We have a lot of great events going on at our school in the next while. Our Authors Showcase committee is busy pre-paring for the BCS 2000 annual Authors Show-case on April 25. This event gives our entire school an opportunity to study and publish writ-ing and art all over the school for a day. Profes-sional authors and artists visit our school and give presentation to help any of our aspiring students. Be sure to come by and see the work that your child has done for the showcase.

BCS 2000 will be partic-ipating in the Tell Them From Me online student surveys in order to hear directly and anonymously from students and teach-ers from Grade 4-12. We

ask their views on things that matter to them such as student engagement, student wellness and the school’s learning climate to help us in the planning process.

Now we would like to hear from parents/guard-ians of all of our students to help us understand the views of parents/guardians to provide us with information on how we can work together to provide the best possible educational experience for your child(ren). As such, we are requesting that you complete the online survey for parents/guardians by May 1.

We hope you will take us up on this offer to have your voice heard in an anonymous and direct manner. Your responses are mixed with all the other parent responses so you cannot be identifi ed. An information letter that included usernames and passwords was sent home with the K-9 report cards. All other families will be receiving their in the mail this week. If

you have any questions, please contact Ms. Ch-upik at the school.

This is another general announcement that our SCC AGM will be held on Tuesday, April 30 at Big-gar Central School. We have fantastic parents and community mem-bers that would be great to have be a part of our School Community Coun-cil so if you are interested please plan to attend that evening.

On a personal note, I am sure many people in the community have heard that I will be leaving BCS at the end of the year. I was offered and accepted the principal position at Winston High School in Watrous. This was a very difficult decision for me but it was an op-portunity that I could not afford to pass up. I want to thank the community of Biggar for an incred-ible fi ve years. I will very much miss my students, my staff members and my friends of this great town that has become my home. It will be very hard to leave but I go away with great memories and learning experiences that will benefi t me for a life-time.

Here is this week’s quote: “The best way to prepare for life is to begin to live.” Elbert Hubbard

Have a great week.Saskatchewan is offering free testing of private drinking water sources this spring, in light of the potential for fl ooding.

The Saskatchewan Dis-ease Control Laboratory will provide free bacte-riological testing to resi-dents to help determine whether well or cistern water affected by fl ooding is safe to drink.

The Saskatchewan Water Security Agency (WSA) will offer site as-sessments of fl ooded wells and cisterns, including testing of water that is used as a primary source of drinking water. Land owners will be required to shock chlorinate prior to sampling and assess-ment.

“We are pleased to of-fer this service to our residents, to ensure their drinking water is safe during a season of el-evated risk,” Health Min-ister Dustin Duncan said, April 18. “Preventing the risk of waterborne dis-ease is an effective way to help protect the public.”

The free water testing will be available from

Free testing offered this spring for private water suppliesaffected by fl ooding

now until the end of the flood season. Residents can contact their local health regions to fi nd out if they are eligible for free testing and obtain forms and sample containers. Information on flooded private wells and a list of health region contact numbers is available at health.gov.sk.ca/fl ooded-private-wells-fact-sheet.

“This spring may pres-ent us with a number of challenges from flood-ing,” Minister responsible for the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency Ken Cheveldayoff said. “We want to make sure that all drinking water sources in the province are protected from any contamination.”

Residents who use wa-ter from private supplies are encouraged to watch for signs of fl ooding that may result in contamina-tion of their water. People should use an alternate safe water source, such as bottled water, for con-sumption and cooking if they suspect their well or cistern water has been contaminated by flood-

ing.After the flood water

has receded, individuals are encouraged to dis-infect (shock chlorinate) their well or cistern and submit a water sample for bacteriological test-ing. Information on shock chlorination and water quality is available at wsask.ca/FloodWatch.

Public water supplies are routinely tested and will be closely monitored in the event of fl ooding to ensure the water is safe. Residents who get their drinking water from the public water system can contact the owner/opera-tor of their supply if they have any questions.

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by Calvin DanielsIt was interesting reading a story in a recent farm publication where experts were cautioning farmers not to overspend in the current good times.

For the grain sector at least it has been a perfect storm of late. Everything that could happen to push prices higher, and keep them there, has converged in the last few years.We have seen weather

pressure in large grain exporting area such as the United States grain belt, a generally stronger commodity sector which when it rallies carries grain with it, a growing wealth in emerging economic powerhouses, particularly China, Korea and India, and a new demand sector with the emergence of biofuels from grains and oilseeds.The stronger prices have

helped the operational bottom line on grain farms look far better the last few years.And the buoyancy in

prices has also pushed farmland demand higher, and that means better prices, so farmers are gaining equity value in the land they already have.The land price situation

occurred in the late 1970s, early ‘80s as well, a time farmers bought land in the fall and were gaining equity over the winter before ever planting a crop.Bankers bought the

equity gains hook, line and sinker and were eager to lend farmers money based on the increasing values, and farmers went along for the ride.Then interest rates

exploded, surpassing 20 per cent, and farmers were soon gathering at farm gate protests to try and hold off the sheriff and foreclosure actions.Now there are no real

indicators suggesting skyrocketing interest rates, but farmers should always be aware commodity prices are tied to some cosmic yo-yo. They may be high for a time, but they will decline again too.It is likely the bottom of

the decline curve will be higher than in the past, but that does not mean the lows will mean black

ink on farms. Remember costs are constantly climbing for machinery, labour, fuel and fertilizer too.The increased spending

power of the Far East is a trend that will continued long term, but not necessarily without bumps on the road. A stagnant U.S. economy with no clear plan of recovery, and teetering economies in Europe will not suffer in isolation. They will be a drag on the world economic situation.The impact of biofuel

production is also likely to decline into the future.To begin with markets

are rather elastic and

Perfect storm brewing as rising ag costs converge

adapt to new demands rather quickly, so the impact from biofuel demand is already factored into the market reality.And that demand

may actually decline rather than grow. While demand for biofuels may see expansion technology to use everything from ocean plankton to city garbage is likely to turn the sector away from farm grains and oilseeds.So the experts are right

in cautioning farmers to remember the good times today will not last forever, and markets are going to eventually fl uctuate lower once more.

Saskatchewan products were on the move in Feb-ruary, recording an all-time high for wholesale trade for the month.

According to new num-bers released by Statis-tics Canada April 19, the province’s wholesale trade totalled $1.936 bil-lion. This was a 6.4 per cent jump compared to the same time last year and ranked Saskatche-wan third in percentage growth among the prov-inces.

“Increases in economic markers such as whole-sale trade are indica-tive of the confi dence that currently exists in our province’s economy,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. “Saskatch-ewan goods are moving throughout this nation and around the world,

Record breaking month for wholesale trade

helping to create new employment opportu-nities, attract new in-vestment and generate prosperity right here at home.”

Wholesale trade in-creased by 5.3 per cent in February, compared to January 2013, landing Saskatchewan in second place among the provinc-es in terms of percentage change.

“With a new growth plan fi rmly in place, our government is looking to increase the opportuni-ties and success of this province now and into the year 2020,” Boyd said. “Central to that will be the momentum that is generated from investments in Sas-katchewan’s goods and services.”

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by Rick GarchinskiI anticipated using the

song lyrics “It’s begin-ning to look a lot like Christmas” in my last article, bit I don’t think most people would be amused.

I wanted to share how we spend our Division-sponsored technology grant. The feelings of re-ceiving gifts from under the tree were apparent to all of us -- staff and students alike at that time. I often found myself humming that Christmas song to myself as items were being set up.

However with the late, late, late spring I was concerned with how read-ers might misunderstand my analogy and relate it to the snow. I’m going to quote myself, if that’s possible? In our April 12 weekly newsletters I began my Principals’ Desk section with the fol-lowing: “There will be no references to snow today . . . light humour isn’t helping anymore -- and as Charlie Brown would say, “AAUGH!”

St. Gabriel School has used their division-spon-sored technology grant to do several things. Our computer lab was up-dated. Many of the older computers and monitors were traded in for news, more compact and reli-able models. As our school continues to implement further inquiry oppor-tunities to our students, we need more access to information. We also pur-chased a mobile lab cart and 18 netbooks. These items will help alleviate the current pressures on scheduling time to utilize technology when several classes request it. In the short time we have had the cart and the wireless capabilities of the net-books I see the potential

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that it will provide for our efforts when several classes are in the midst of inquiry units.

We are fortunate to have Mrs. Joanne de La Rosa, one of the divisions’ ELO catalyst teachers spend several days a week over the last half of March and all of April with our school. This year she con-tinues to support many grades and collaborate with many teachers while incorporating ideas of inquiry. Our Grade 8/9 class is looking at Global Citizenship and how stu-dents can understand their role. The Grade 6/7 class is developing their skills by planning for inquiry using group skills. The Grade 4/5 class is studying poetry -- spe-cifi cally how to express emotions, thoughts or insights in verse or pat-terned arrangements of language. The Grade 2 and 3 classrooms are fo-cusing on understanding First Nations peoples and treaties while working on their sentence and para-graph skills.

Back in February our Grade 6/7 students at-tended Saskatchewan’s fi rst WE Day. It made an impact. We have since

created an organization of students interested in social justice with the help of Mrs. Larochelle and Miss Zimmer. They have had a busy month. April 17-24 was the Anti-bullying Week. With their enthusiasm we kicked off that week by having over 90 students and staff wear pink as part of The Day of Pink. Most females don’t need to search too hard to fi nd something pink to wear, it was a little harder for us males, but was well worth the effort.

On April 18 they or-ganized an extra school lunch. Our hungry stu-dent provided $591.50 in sales to Biggar Sub-way. Subway partnered up with The Children’s Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan. A portion of the proceeds raised at Subway in Biggar and across Saskatchewan will go directly to the Chil-dren’s Hospital Founda-tion of Saskatchewan.

And i f that wasn’t enough, 30 of our So-cial Justice members participated in Free the Children’s We Are Si-lent campaign on that day as well. The them was “Our silence is their

voice”. They were taking a stand for children who are silent by the denial of their human rights by not speaking that day and collecting pledges for the cause. They do not have a fi nal total, but it is over $1,000. It has been a great learning opportu-nity for them.

I will continue to be optimistic and suggest that warmer weather will soon be here. Maybe if we start humming a differ-ent tune it might help in the process. I might sug-gest maybe Some Like It Hot by Robert Palmer of Feeling Hot Hot Hot by Buster Poindexter.

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ships are now overdue; please call in at the offi ce to pay your member-ship.

On Saturday, April 20, New Horizons had a cleaning bee in the main hall. A special thank you to Don and Barb Sw-yryda, Kay Roach, June Hoppe, Margaret Mol-berg, Joyce Colbert, Anita Beckstead, Emily Liska and Karen Itterman for coming out and giving the hall a clean up.

Kaiser scores for the following dates are as fol-lows: April 1: Bill Fisher, fi rst place; Ken Pearce, second place; Tillie Zim-mer, third place; Agnes Watson, fourth place. Highest scoring game Marie Roesch and Tillie Zimmer. April 15: Ken Pearce, fi rst place; Mil-dred Henne, second place; Agnes Watson, third place; Myrtle Althouse, fourth place. Highest scoring game Mildred Henne and Ken Pearce.

Carpet bowling scores for April 12: Marie Roesch,

Florence Johnson, Aileen Smith, Rose Clark and Judy Rickwood coming in fi rst place. The team in second place was Dinah Kegler, Barb Swyryda, Gail Herzberg, Mildred Henne and Blanche Bor-chardt. The April 9 scores were: fi rst place was tied between the team of Blanche Borchardt, Rose Clark and Alma Redlich and the team of Marie Roesch, Mildred Henne, Florence Johnson and Ed Smith. Other players were Aileen Smith, June Hoppe, Judy Rickwood, Barb Swyryda, Emily Liska and Agnes Small. April 16, the fi rst place team was Aileen Smith, Barb Swyryda and Myrtle Althouse, and the second place team was Marie Roesch, June Hoppe and Florence Johnson. Carpet bowling will be fi nished for the season at the end of April. Shuffleboard was played on April 4 with six players in at-tendance. First place to Barb Swyryda and Mil-dred Henne; second place to Gladys Schell and Ed Smith and third place to Marie Roesch and Ai-leen Smith. On April 18 the results from the af-ternoon of shuffl eboard were: fi rst place Ed Smith and Marie Roesch; second

place Mildred Henne and Gladys Schell; and third place Aileen Smith and Myrtle Althouse. Shuffl e-board will fi nish up for the season at the end of April.

Cribbage was played in the hall on April 5 with six members in attendance Lunch was provided by Joanne Kral. First place went to Barb Swyryda with second place going to Marie Roesch.

Our monthly birthday potluck was held on April 8 with 32 people in atten-dance. Marj Mackie was the Mistress of Ceremo-nies and also provided the birthday cake. Agnes Small sold the half and half tickets. The enter-tainment was provided by John Sloan, Thelma Boychuk and Frostie Schneider. The half and half winner was Emily Liska.

Bingo was played in the hall by 10 people on April 11. The caller was Emily Liska; the prizes were given out by Jim Hoult with Hazel Watson col-lecting the tickets. Emily Liska provided the lunch. The half and half bingo winner was Barb Swyry-da with Linda Vermette winning the blackout.

Card Party was held on April 12 with 18 in

attendance. The crib-bage winners were Barb Swyryda and Rita Besse. The Kaiser winners were Pat Turner, Helen Kanz and Mildred Henne. Joanne Kral was the host for the afternoon with Ruth Arnold providing the lunch.

On April 17 our month-ly Jam Session was held with 77 people in at-tendance. The master of ceremonies for the afternoon was Don Sw-yryda. Jim Hoult greeted the crowd at the door. Cookies were provided by Margaret Wheaton, Marcella Schommer and Josie Kerr. The entertain-ers were Bill Haffermehl, Dennis Cratty, Bernard Ochs, Gary Donahue, Bob Magire, Mark Kleiner, Ken Freethy, Norman Bow and Howard Tit-man.

Kaiser was played on April 19 with eight mem-bers in attendance. First place went to Joanne Kral, second place to Dick Sully and third place to Geoff Cooke. The host for the afternoon was Joyce Colbert and she also pro-vided the lunch.

“The less people speak of their greatness, the more we think of it.” Lord Bacon

Greetings everyone. We hope everyone is doing well today.

On Monday we had morning exercises. The residents passed the ball to each other. Then after we had stretches and played balloon bop. We broke four balloons. In the afternoon we had Blast from the Past. We learned a lot about each other by playing this game.

Tuesday morning we had Donna read current events to everyone. It was nice to have her back after her trip away to Arizona. In the afternoon, we played Jeopardy. The categories that day were based on spring. Hope-fully we will see spring soon.

Wednesday morning was Men’s Coffee Group. We read the Western Pro-ducer and talked about upcoming auction sales. After lunch, we loaded the Handibus and took eight people to the Jam

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Session at the New Hori-zons. It was a fun outing for them.

Thursday morning we had some furry friends here for a visit. Carrie and Mallory McCarty brought their 11 puppies. The staff and the residents fell in love with them im-mediately. That afternoon we played bingo.

Friday was barbecue day and in the afternoon we had ice cream cones.

Nobody turns down ice cream.

Saturday the residents sat and played Home Sweet Home bingo. The movie on Saturday was Your Love Never Fails.

Sunday was spa morn-ing and the Seventh Day Adventist Church did the church service for the week.

Have a good day every-one and hope to see you all soon.

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Help Plan the Future of the Town of Biggar and District! What do you envision for your community and surrounding area in the future? Imagine 25+ years: What does it look like? Who’s living here? What kinds of businesses and industry activities are going on? Where are people playing when they’re not working? These are the types of questions we want to ask you.

The Town of Biggar, Village of Perdue and RMs of Biggar No. 347, Grandview No. 349, Glenside No. 344, and Rosemount No. 378 are involved in a planning process to create a long-range plan (horizon of 25+ years) known as a District Plan. The District Plan will outline the vision, goals and policies regarding future growth and development for the District and the Town specifically. This process will also lead to the development of an up-to-date Zoning Bylaw for each of the respective municipalities.

As a community stakeholder, we value and need your guidance and feedback as we share in the direction of our community’s vision, goals and opportunities. We’d like to discuss the future plans for your community and area through a number of planning themes such as:

Land Use Potential Recreational Amenities Transportation Infrastructure

Social development – Health/Safety/Education

Natural Resources and Ecological Sensitivities Community Economic Development and Tourism Inter-Municipal Relationships

Our planning consultant, Prairie Wild Consulting Co., will be facilitating a Community Engagement Session within the Town to develop our District Plan and Zoning Bylaw.

We would like to invite you to an upcoming Community Meeting in the Town of Biggar which will be held at the Biggar Community Hall on Wednesday, May 1st, 2013. The meeting will be held from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Refreshments will be provided.

If you have any questions about the community meeting or the planning process please contact Samantha Mark with Prairie Wild Consulting by phone, (306) 371-7719 or by e-mail, [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you there!

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7:00 pm Biggar Community Hall (319 1st Avenue East)

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Dandelions are good for your lawn! Really!

As you know they have wide spreading and deep roots. These roots loosen hard-packed soil, aerate the soil, and help reduce erosion. They draw up nutrients, like calcium, from deep in the soil, making them available to the grass. So, dandelions actually fertilize your

kind of soil. They are so adaptable, it makes me wonder why they are not a food source here!

And speaking of food, they can be considered a superfood! Really! According to one study, they have more nutrients in them as most of the vegetables in your garden. They have more Vitamin A than

“Offi cial Remedy for Disorders”. The pilgrims used the roots, leaves and fl owers to relieve all sorts of ailments as well as a supplement to their diet during the winter. Scurvy was as scary an epidemic as AIDS is now, and the dandelion processed all the nutrients needed to combat this disease.

The fi rst bouquet to be presented to you in the spring with all the love and innocence from a loved one is usually dandelions. They don’t know they have more nutrients in them as many vegetables, that they are a source of very powerful medicine and that most people hate them. Children recognize them only as being pretty, easy to pick and want only to show their love to you. (Photo from google.com/images)

lawn!How do you like that

. . . probably not much if your choice is to have an only green lawn. But, then a few would be okay, keeping them in control is the objective.

Why are they so hard to control? Because they are masters of survival! They grow fast, the fl owers go to seed in days, the seeds are very easily dispersed by wind, animals or humans, and they are also very long lived! That dandelion in the alley could be older than the alley! Their roots can go down 15 feet, and if the root is cut up, each section can become another plant. They will thrive anywhere under all kinds of adverse conditions and in any

spinach, more Vitamin C than tomatoes and are a powerhouse of calcium, potassium and iron. Why do we hate them so much?

The fi rst colonists to the New World brought the seeds with them. In 1620, the Mayfl ower ship landed at the place now known as Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Most of us can recognize these pilgrims in the depiction of the fi rst Thanksgiving in the New World. Another picture could have been painted of the pilgrims planting dandelions! The pilgrims brought the seed with them in order to provide medicines. The latin name for the dandelion is Taraxacum offi cinale,translated it means the

The bright little fl ower fi rst thing in the spring in their new land reminded them of home, renewing the goal to stay and settle. After a long winter of white, I love to see their happy, sunny faces up against a foundation, a very welcome sight.

For a plant that is so prolifi c, do you know to purchase dandelion roots is more expensive than most things in a grocery store! I remember going to buy some dried root to make a tincture, and discovering that it cost almost $32 per pound!

The tincture of dried dandelion root will help to stimulate the liver. It detoxifi es the liver and fl ushes away the toxins. High blood pressure

can be as a result of retaining too much water, detoxifying the liver will benefi t this malady. If you over indulge at a party, dandelion tea is the best remedy next morning, helping the liver purify itself!

“Herbicides used on lawns take a terrible toll on wildlife. More than seven million wild birds are estimated to die annually due to the use of lawn pesticides. Thirty million acres of the United States are lawns, and an estimated 80 million pounds of pesticides are used on them annually. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reports that “homeowners use up to ten times more chemical pesticides per acre on their lawns than farmers use on crops.” (Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association, Summer 2007)

So, something to think about. To control the dandelions in your lawn,

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the ones that hide when you run over them with the mower! Now that I know they are actually fertilizing my lawn! But then, I really don’t have a ‘lawn’. I mow a fl at surface of green, with some grass in it, I really should just grow vegetables in it!

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Willa McIlwainWilla McIlwain (Labrecque) was born and raised in the Biggar district, as well as ed-ucated, married and started a family here.They moved west in the early 1960’s to pursue work, and then to the North West Territories where she con-tinued adding to and raising her family.It was there in the north that she really got into the “do-ing for others” routine, be it teaching, looking after the locals - caring for the less fortu-nate, or fl ying with Search and Rescue.Willa is kind and compassionate -- having been a spokes-person for those who could not express themselves. This earned her a circle of well connected and infl uential friends, including some movie stars.Later, when she returned to Biggar to help out with her mother, she was reacquainted with her past. With her out-going personality, she gained new friends and of course a myriad of relatives.Once again, drawn back to her rural roots, Willa now re-sides in Biggar with her partner Bob. She helps out where she can for the good of the town and its people. She is a great citizen -- attending all of the functions -- ready to lend a hand (a lot of times without being asked) just because it needs to be done.She is the mother of seven children, has a multitude of grandchildren, which of course leads to great-grandchil-dren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. She insists that “Biggar is the greatest town in the universe” and loves to live here with the people she is near and dear to.Congratulations Willa. You are a wonderful Mother of the Year.

…Nominated by: Ann Weekes

Denise PekMeet Denise Pek, Landis’ Mother of the Year!Denise grew up in Morinville, Alberta. She and her husband, Joe, farmed in the Landis/Carmelheim area for more than 50 years. They have four children and eight grandchildren. They have since retired and live in Landis.Denise has always loved sports

of all sorts. She participated in countless activities herself (curling, softball, cross country skiing . . .). Following her own children’s and grandchildren’s activities has kept her very very busy.Denise has been very involved in the community. She is an active member of the C.W.L and has served on the executive many many times, When there is catering to be done by the local Complex group, Denise is not afraid to roll up her sleeves and help out. The local library and church can thank Denise for numerous hours of volunteer work. Other things that interest Denise include gardening, baking, sewing, travel, visiting and a good game of cards.Congratulations Denise.

… Nominated by: Community of Landis

Lynda DyckWe would like to nominate Lynda Dyck for the Mother of the Year Tea, 2013.Our mom is a mother of three daughters, Diane, Gail and Melanie, growing up our mother worked hard during those years, she was employed with Biggar School Division (now Sun West School Division), as a Secretary, Librarian and also an Education Assistant. She worked over 30 years for the

school in Biggar.Our mom was also very active in organizing the Pioneer Girls club in Biggar, she was a leader and co-ordinator for over 25 years. She was delighted to encourage young girls to be better women with this program. Since our mom retired from her position at the Biggar School, she has been active at the New Horizons in attending their Senior Stretching Classes. She also quilts for needy families in the community.Our mom will always help out those in need, visits the sick, she will drive the senior ladies to Saskatoon, and yet still not want anything in return.

… Nominated by: Diane (Dyck) Boldt, Gail Dyck,

Melanie (Dyck) Perry.

Willa McIlwainWilla McIlwain (Labrecque)was born and raised in the

Lynda DyckWe would like to nominateLynda Dyck for the Mother

Annie (Taventz) MucAnn was born February 29, 1932, in a log cabin in the Louvain district.Her parents, Sam and Lena, came from the Ukraine and homesteaded in the Louvain district.Ann took her schooling in the district and also correspondence. She later went to Normal School to get her teacher’s certifi cate and started teaching in 1951

at Oban School.In 1958 she married Jim Muc, moved to Regina and later moved back to Biggar where she continued to teach and raise her family of three sons and a daughter.C.W.L member for approximately 40 years. Was Vice President, President twice, and group convener for many years. Delivered meals on wheels and communion to shut ins. Convened many fall suppers, funeral lunches, and entertainment.Her motto is the Lord’s last commandment to do unto others as you wish others to do unto you. “Being human, I know I haven’t always succeeded but only tried to do my best.”Taught school for 32-½ years while raising a family of four. No maternity leave in those days! During her teaching years she organized fi eld days, family curling bonspiels, entered students in music festivals, and had university student teachers. Also tutored English to several new families in Biggar.After retiring kept busy with volunteer work. Held president positions for Donor’s Choice, Biggar Superannuated Teachers, and T.O.P.S. Worked with New Creation Community Players for about 15 years from when it was fi rst incorporated and convened New Creation Community Players’ 20th Anniversary. Worked on committee for Saskatchewan’s 75th anniversary in Biggar. Was on committee for publishing Biggar North History Book. Belonged to Monarch Ladies Club.Hobbies: gardening, sewing, crocheting and reading. History is very fascinating to Ann so she has travelled lots. Her door is always open to anyone for a cup of coffee or tea. She is very thankful to family, neighbours, and friends for their support.Children: Jerry, Tom (deceased), Brent, Brenda; fi ve grandchildren: Nausha, Arlen, Clayton, Amy, Nathan.

… Nominated by: Biggar C.W.L.

Joyce WirachowskyI am writing on behalf of my family to nominate Joyce Wirachowsky.She has been the stength we needed as we grew up and chose our adult paths, and she is there for my Dad now as they manage their way through his kidney disease.She has always taken care of her family, often putting aside some of her own needs for us.We would love to give her some

well-deserved pampering!… Nominated by:

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Bonnie RoeschBonnie Roesch was born in Hamilton, Ont. She graduated from Inglis Collegiate and took Education at Brandon College.Bonnie taught one year in Manitoba then moved back to Handel, Sask. where she met Bill Roesch. They were

married in 1969. In 1973, Bonnie and Bill, along with their two little boys, moved to Prince George, British Columbia where they lived for two years. Bonnie and Bill then moved to the family farm in Handel.What an experience for a “townie”. Bonnie was scared of everything. Bonnie and Bill had a daughter the next year.

In 1989, Bonnie’s oldest son, Scott started University in Saskatoon. She also decided it was time to get her education degree. Scott and Bonnie graduated the same year. A very proud time in their lives.Bonnie and Bill are proud grandparents of eight, three boys and fi ve girls.Bonnie is active in her church, CWL, her community, hobbies, reading, computer, walking and travelling.Bonnie is very happy to be representing Handel Community.

… Nominated by: Handel Community

Sharon FisherI would like to nominate my sister Sharon Fisher for mother of the year.Sharon raised two boys who are now grown and gone but through the years she baby-sat for many people in Biggar and always gave those children the best of care enjoying each and every one of them.Sharon then began a life of fostering about seven years ago and since that time many a child has been through her

door. Sharon has had most of these children from birth and gave them all the nurturing and love that they needed to go on their way to be adopted or returned to their mothers. Some children were with her for a matter of months and others for up to a year and a half. Many of these children were born drug-addicted or had other medical issues that led to special care, many a sleepless night and countless doctor visits back and forth to Saskatoon for checkups and surgeries. Sharon truly loves each and every one of these little ones and still keeps contact with the parents to be updated on how they are doing. It breaks her heart each time she sees one leave but her arms are always open and ready for the next little one in need of care. She is a true Mom in every sense of the word to each and every one of them. There is no time for herself, holidays and get-aways are a thing of the past but she is relentless with her passion to give these children the best start in life that any child could ever have and we all know how important the fi rst developing year is.She is a remarkable lady and I am blessed to call her my sister and one of the best Moms I have ever known.

… Nominated by: Noreen Wallace

Lois PedrottiOur mother is the single most amazing thing we have known in our lives.She has juggled the hectic life of raising three daughters while working. Our needs were alwaysput fi rst, even though her needs may have been more important.She makes us feel safe, smart,

beautiful and confi dent. Our mom is there to count on, run to and lean on. She knows when we need her without having to say a word. She is the most amazing grand”mother” to our sons that we could ever hope for.So, Mom, thank you, for your unwavering support through each of our separate journeys. Thank you for making sure

we always knew we were loved when we were little,

for standing beside us through our ‘tough teenage’ years, unwaveringly, and for walking proudly beside as we’ve grown into beautiful women ourselves. The older we get the more we appreciate all you have done for us. There are so many more things, small things, big things, so thank you thank you thank you Mom. We’ve come a long way, you and us, in these past years. I know you are proud of us; it is time for us to say how proud we are of you too. You are our friend, our best friend, and every day of our lives we will be thankful for that.We love you very very much, and if we could all be half as good a mother to our children as you are to your children, we will have done exceptionally well.Love always.

Nominated by daughters, Cristy, Lonni and Lisa


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(17 April, 2013)Growth Plan For Agri-cultureLast week, our govern-ment took a major step supporting the ambitious Growth Plan goals per-taining to agriculture.

Under Growing For-ward 2, the provincial and federal governments are partnering to provide $388 million in fund-ing over the next five years for programming for farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses and ex-porters.

This programming was created in consultation with agricultural produc-ers, and includes:• $170 million in agricul-ture innovation, research and technology transfer;• $65 million in rural water infrastructure;• $60 million in environ-ment, food safety, plant and animal health;• $32 million for value-added business develop-ment as well as trade and market development;• $25 million in farm business management;• $4 million to support the industry in agricul-ture awareness initia-tives;• Business risk man-agement programming such as Crop Insurance, AgriStability, AgriInvest and AgriRecovery.

Growing Forward 2 in-cludes a new Agricultural Awareness Initiative. This program provides funding to producers, commodity organizations, agribusiness and agen-cies to develop and imple-ment educational activi-ties about how important the agriculture industry is in Saskatchewan and Canada.

Agriculture remains one of the top drivers of the Saskatchewan economy. This new fi ve-year agreement will give our province’s hardwork-ing agricultural produc-ers and businesses the tools they need to ensure that continues. This pro-gramming will also help our government meet its Growth Plan goals of increasing exports of agricultural and food products from $10 bil-lion a year to $15 billion by 2020 and increasing crop production by 10-million tonnes over the next seven years.

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Report from theLegislatureRandy Weekes, MLA Biggar

Saskatchewan Plan for Growth in action on the University of Regina campus.

Our government is providing $10 million to build new housing for 605 post-secondary stu-dents at the University of Regina. This fi nancial commitment moves us closer towards our goal of 12,600 new housing units across the province by 2016.

This new residence will house a day care and be located near the Campion and Luther Colleges. This facility will provide safe housing for those pursu-ing a post-secondary edu-cation and in turn open up housing spaces in the Regina market.

The expected comple-tion date is September 2015.

Our government is con-tinuing to assist indi-viduals and communities with preparations for the spring melt.

The Water Security Agency and the Ministry of Government Relations continue to hold a series of well attended informa-

tional meetings across the province, providing people an opportunity to gather information and advice on fl ood mitigation and programs available. The Emergency Man-agement and Fire Safety already has more than a million sandbags, 68,000 feet of fl ood barrier and more than 80 pumps ready to go.

This equipment will be distributed to mu-nicipalities and First Na-tions across southern Saskatchewan. Many les-sons have been learned since 2011 and it is great to see so many communi-ties being pro active and taking precautions.

For more information about fl ood preparedness go to gov.sk.ca/flood or wsask.ca.

If you have a question about this Legislative re-port or any other matter, just contact Randy.

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Thursday, Federal Agricul-ture Minister Gerry Ritz and Saskatchewan Agricul-ture Minister Lyle Stewart announced $9 million in Growing Forward 2 fund-ing over five years for a new Market Development Program.

The program will help provincial businesses, or-ganizations and producer groups develop and expand international and domestic markets for their agricul-ture products.

“Enhanced market access for our producers contrib-utes to long-term prosper-ity for Saskatchewan and Canada,” said Ritz. “This program will help appli-cants to develop the tools needed to compete in global markets, strengthening Canada’s reputation as an agricultural leader.”

“Saskatchewan is Cana-da’s top agri-food exporter and this program will help to ensure a continued strong demand for our agriculture products,” Stewart said.

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“This initiative will sup-port producer groups and organizations to promote our products and increase market access, which will help us meet our Growth Plan targets to increase exports by 50 per cent.”

The Market Develop-ment Program builds on the previous Saskatchewan International Market De-velopment Program and is designed to increase Sas-katchewan’s market pres-ence; increase the number and value of incoming trade missions; open, protect and expand market access for Saskatchewan products; and build capacity in the industry to help broaden Saskatchewan’s marketing reach.

Eligible applicants include Saskatchewan agribusi-nesses, organizations and producer groups involved in the production, process-ing or marketing of agri-culture products. Eligible costs include trade shows, trade missions, promotional

materials, incoming buyer missions, training costs and exhibits. Approved appli-cants can access funding for 50 per cent of eligible costs to a maximum of $50,000 per project and $100,000 per applicant per year.

For the first time ever, Saskatchewan exported more than $11 billion in agri-food products in 2012, and remains the nation’s top agri-food exporter, ac-counting for 23 per cent of Canada’s agri-food exports. In 2012, 18 countries each purchased more than $100 million in Saskatchewan agri-food products, making Saskatchewan agriculture one of the most signifi cant providers of food in the world.

“As a recipient of funding through last year’s pro-gram, Agribition has real-ized firsthand the value of programming to help attract international buyers and expand our markets throughout the world,” Ca-nadian Western Agribition

CEO Marty Seymour said. “We appreciate this govern-ment support which will allow us to further increase awareness of our products and bring new buyers to Saskatchewan.”

“One of Saskatchewan Pulse Growers’ (SPG) key strategic goals is to grow market demand for our products to ensure that we remain world leaders in pulse production,” SPG Chair Morgan Nunweiler said. “Collaboration with the government through this new program will en-able SPG to continue work on green lentil market de-velopment in India with the hotel, restaurant and catering industries, as well as to identify additional opportunities for pulse consumption in other key markets.”

Funding for the Market Development Program is provided under the federal-provincial Growing For-ward 2 framework.

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2013/14 School Year Calendar

Prairie Spirit School Division’s 2013/14 school year calendar is currently being developed and is expected to be fi nalized in April 2013.

Once the calendar has been approved by Prairie Spirit Board of Educa-tion and the Ministry of Education, it will be published throughout the division. The Ministry of Education requires that all school divisions post their school calendars by May 1 each year.

Prairie Spirit has a collaborative process in place to determine the school calendar each year,

Thursday, Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart unveiled new technology at the Crop Protection Laboratory that tests for clubroot.

The new equipment is the result of an in-vestment of more than $200,000 by the provin-cial government and in-dustry partners.

“Our government is committed to providing the tools and services our farmers need to re-main successful and sus-tainable,” Stewart said. “These renovations and this new technology will provide new, improved and more timely services for producers for years to come and will play a critical role in managing disease issues.”

Clubroot is a crop dis-ease that can cause seri-ous yield losses in canola, mustard and other crops. The new equipment at the Crop Protection Lab allows for the detection of clubroot DNA from soil samples. Previously, all soil survey samples had to be sent to Alberta for clubroot testing.

The provincial govern-ment partnered with SaskCanola, SaskFlax and the Saskatchewan Mustard Development Commission to expand the diagnostic ability of the Crop Protection Lab.

Lord Asquith School newsled by a committee con-sisting of representatives from the Board of Educa-tion, the local teachers association, school-based offi cials, School Commu-nity Councils, CUPE and non-union support staff. The Ministry of Educa-tion’s new regulations regarding the school year calendar must be applied to our calendar. As a re-sult, some adjustments will be necessary for the 2013/14 calendar. Prairie Spirit’s principles and be-liefs about learning will guide the development of a learning-centered calendar that optimizes learning conditions for students and staff.

Recent notices have been sent to parents via email or hard copy with your youngest child. These notices are asking parents and students for feedback on the proposed holidays for the 2013/14 school year calendar. Please visit the Prairie Spirit School Division web site (spiritsd.ca) to access a brief survey beginning April 12. For those of you who have received a paper notice and do not have access to a computer, you may complete the print ver-sion of the parent survey and return it to your child’s school or the divi-sion offi ce.

Province and industry invest in upgrades at the Crop Protection Laboratory

“Having the ability to test for clubroot at the Crop Protection Labo-ratory is an important advancement for the canola industry in Sas-katchewan,” SaskCanola Chair Joan Heath said. “Being able to monitor and assess the presence of clubroot and respond in a timely manner will ensure that we are able to limit the spread of this and other diseases in our crops. Over the past few years, SaskCanola has in-vested close to $1 million in levy funds for clubroot research. Prevention and management are key and we are pleased to have provided funding for the diagnostic equipment which will support and assist our producers and industry.”

In addition to this fund-ing to improve the Crop Protection Lab to test for clubroot, the provincial government works with industry on clubroot pre-vention and management plans, provides educa-tional information and assistance, co-ordinates canola disease surveys and clubroot surveillance. In addition, clubroot has been declared a pest under The Pest Control Act.

The Crop Protection Lab is the only facility in Saskatchewan that

provides broad-scale di-agnostic services in the areas of plant health, insects, weed control and herbicide resistance screening. In addition to now being able to test for clubroot, the Crop Protection Lab also pro-vides services for insect and plant identifi cation, plant disease diagnosis, herbicide resistance test-ing and honey bee pest diagnostics.

Saskatchewan produces 48 per cent of Canada’s canola and is the world’s largest exporter of canola seed, meal and oil. In addition, Saskatchewan remained Canada’s top agri-food exporting prov-ince in 2012, with more than $11 billion worth of agri-food exports, which accounts for more than one-third of all provincial exports.

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Marc and Chelsea.Marc and Chelsea.xoxoxoxo

Wilhelmina (Ina) Kennedy AllanJuly 18, 1939 - April 15, 2013

Ina Allan passed away after a long illness (Pulmonary Fibrosis) in Biggar,

Sask. at the age of 73 years. She is sadly missed by her daughter,

Kristina Weir, grandsons, Jake and Jim of North Battleford, Sask.; brother, Jim Wilson of Biggar, Sask.; brother-in-law, Jack Allan of Saskatoon,

Sask.; sister-in-law, Barb Smith of California, USA; and various nieces

and nephews and cousins in Canada, Scotland and the USA.Ina was born in Motherwell, Scotland and

emigrated to Canada in 1961, where she was employed for most of her working life at the Saskatoon Star Phoenix (Circulation Department). She left in 1968 to marry Glenn (Scottie) Allan and start a family. They moved to Prince George, B.C. but returned to the Saskatoon area (Asquith) in 1975 and Ina returned to the Star Phoenix, while Scottie embarked on a new career as an Addictions Counsellor at Calder Centre. He had previously worked on the railroad in both Saskatchewan and B.C. Ina’s career was cut short by poor health in 1984 and in 1986 they moved to the Battlefords for Scottie to continue his work in addictions.

Despite her health problems, Ina was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, church and community member. She had many hobbies and interests, including, reading, all types of needle craft, painting and singing. She also loved animals, gardens and travelling and her secretarial training helped her to fi ll various volunteer roles over the years.

In 2000 Ina and Scottie retired to Biggar but Scottie died suddenly that same year. Ina bravely decided to “stick to the plan” and stay in Biggar, despite knowing very few people!

The 13 years Ina spent in Biggar were full of loving support and friendships that she developed through her involvement in local churches and the various community activities she joined. She held several offi ces within the Presbyterian Church, sang with several choirs and was a member of the Biggar Museum Board, the Fortnightly Group and the painting club. She had to give up singing in 2009, as her disease progressed, but was able to continue attending

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her clubs when her brother Jim moved in to look after her. She was able to stay at home almost until her death, as was her wish. Kristina and the boys are extremely grateful to “Uncle Jim” for making this possible!

Ina loved Biggar and her life there and never missed an opportunity to remind people that, “Your community is what YOU make it and you should support it with your time, money and involvement!”

Memorial Services will be held in the Redeemer Lutheran Church, Biggar on Friday, April 26, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Kleiner offi ciating. Lunch to follow in the church hall.

Tributes in memory of Ina may be made to Biggar Museum & Gallery, Box 1598, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0; or Lung Association of Saskatchewan, 1231-8th St., Saskatoon, SK, S7H 0S5; or the Biggar & District Health Services Foundation Inc, (formerly Friends of the Lodge), Box 1003, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar, “Our family serving Your family for 50 years”.

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The Baum family would sincerely like to thank the staff at the Biggar Hospital, the Diamond Lodge, Dr. Muller and Home Care Services for the special care and attention given to Dad. To the friends and neighbours, who were so generous, the food, the fl owers and the kind words were comforting to us all. To the CWL for a terrifi c lunch, the choir at St. Gabriel’s Church, the Knights of Columbus Honour Guard, ushers Andrew and Alex Scott and to Father Bedard who guided us with grace through a diffi cult time. Also, to Ted, Bob and Kirby from Grondin Funeral Services, for serving our family with such care.

We thank you all,Monika, Fred, Dorothea,

Ursula, Conrad, Cathy and Gerald Baum

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SUNDAYS in April:Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans will be worshipping at Redeemer Lutheran Church at 10:30 a.m. Potluck after church on April 28. Everyone welcome. For pastoral services or information, please contact Pastor Mark Kleiner at 306-951-7122 or leave a message at the offi ce, 306-948-3731.

48/10tfnSUNDAYS… You are invited to the weekly services of Biggar Associated Gospel Church, corner Quebec St. and 8th Ave. West; Sunday School at 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service at 10:50 a.m.; an Ladies Bible Study at 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday mornings. Everyone is welcome to join us. Contact our church offi ce 306-948-3424, Tuesday through Thursday.

36tfnSUNDAY, APRIL 28: RuthildaSpring Supper, 5 - 7 p.m. in Ruthilda Hall. Dabber bingo to follow.

16p2TUESDAY, APRIL 30: LandisMother-of-the-Year Bingo, 7 p.m., at Landis Complex. Representative, Denise Pek. Blackout game is a grocery hamper. Raffl es. Come one, Come all!!

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 1: St.Gabriel School Kindergarten registration 2013-2014, 9:30-11:30a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Children fi ve years old before January 1, 2014 are eligible. For further information call: 306-948-3612.

17c1MAY 1 - 23: Adjudicated Art Show, showing in the Credit Union Gallery at The Biggar Museum, Tuesday-Friday, 1 - 5 p.m.

17c3TUESDAY, MAY 7: 2 p.m., ‘Mother of the Year Tea’at Biggar Community Hall. Entertainment, raffl e, door prizes, bake table. Silver Collection. Proceeds to and sponsored by Biggar Community Connections. Come honour the Mothers of the Year. Open to everyone.

15c4THURSDAY, MAY 9: 7-9 p.m., Art Reception for Adjudicated Art Show at Biggar Museum Credit Union Gallery. Refreshments available. Presented by Biggar & District Arts Council. Everyone welcome!

17c2FRIDAY, MAY 10: 6 - 9 p.m.; SATURDAY, MAY 11: 9 - 12 a.m.: Biggar Arts Council presentation “Loosening Up -- Impressionism and Abstraction in Landscape”instructor, Mirian Korner, $20 per person. Register at Biggar Museum, 306-948-3451.

16c3SATURDAY, MAY 11: 1:30 p.m., Art Adjudication and Open House in the Credit Union Gallery at the Biggar Museum. Refreshments served. Everyone welcome.

16c3MONDAY, MAY 13: Biggar & District Family Centre Annual General Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Biggar Family Centre. All people who are interested are welcome to attend.

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COMINGEVENTS

FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 5 - 8 p.m.; SATURDAY, APRIL 27: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Biggar United Church Garage Sale and Bake Sale, 907 Quebec St., Biggar. Drop items at church Thursday, 12 - 5 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. - noon.

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SATURDAY, MAY 4: You are invited to a Baby shower for Katie Elizabeth, daughter of Steven and Lindsay Sagon, born April 9, 2013. Come and go from 1 - 5 p.m. at the home of Jean Silvernagle, 234-3rd Ave. W., Biggar

17p1Online Auction May 23 - 28, 2013: Three commercial lots - 4.87 acres prime property in Battleford Industrial Park. Kramer Auctions Ltd 306-445-5000 www.kramerauctions.com.

Families, clubs, churches and businesses are invited to do a Heritage Page to be on permanent display at Biggar Museum. Share your history! For more information call 948-3451 or visit museum 1 - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.

7tfnThis newspaper accepts advertisements in good faith. We advise that it is in your interest to investigate offers personally. Publications by this paper should not be taken as an endorsement of the product or service offered.

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Reid is thrilled to announce the safe arrival

of his baby brother,

Rylan James Silvernagle,

born on March 28, 2013, weighing 8 lb. 7 oz., and measuring 21.5 inches

long at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, Sask. Proud parents are Colton and Melissa Silvernagle; proud grandparents are Ross and Denise Holt, and Larry and Linda

Silvernagle; proud great-grandparents are Pearl

Silvernagle, and Jim and Annette McKay, all of

Biggar, Sask.

Apartment sized Sears deep freeze, excellent condition. Phone 306-948-2880

17p1Mother’s Day Sale BOSCH Mixers 800watt $449 ,VITAMIX Blenders $529, Omega Juicers, ACTIFRY, LEFSE Grills & more call Hometech Regina 1-888-692-6724

COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $1.49/each for a box of 270 ($402.30). Also full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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RM #349: SE-3-36-19-W3rd, $167,000. Cultivated acres 145.

RM #349: SE-34-35-19-W3rd, $184,000. Cultivated acres 156.

Please contact Brad Edgerton, 306-463-7357 for more information.

Full time position available for energetic, self-motivated

individual, interested in electronics and computer technology.

Duties will include sales, cash receipts, ordering, inventory control, etc.

Employee health bene t plan available. Send resume with references to [email protected] or to

Biggar Leisure (AVU), Box 1509, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0

General labourers needed for new Parrish & Heimbecker Elevator

Carpenters, concrete work, and general construction

Drop off Resumes at P&H Of ce 220 Main St. Biggar, Sask.

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Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Landfi ll OR contact Quentin Sittler at 658-2132

3tfnMain Street Garage Sale is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition. Please phone 948-1773 or 948-5393. Pickup available.

32tfnWanted All Wild Fur. Shed antlers and old traps. Call Phil (306) 278-2299 or Bryon (306) 278-7756.

2006 Chev Equinox, 197,000km, 3.4L V6, sunroof, A/C, leather seats, CD player, $6,700

16c3WRECKING TRUCKS all makes, all models ..Dodge..GMC..Ford.. Imports. Lots of 4X4 stuff...Diesel..Gas.. Trucks up to 3 tons.. We ship anywhere. CALL 306-821-0260 Bill... (lloydminster) reply text.....e-mail...call [email protected]... We ship same day bus..dhl... transport

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1985 Yamaha Virago, 1,000 cc, new rubber, carbs and forks redone. Phone 948-7521.

36tfn1985 Honda Goldwing, new rubber, shocks redone this spring, new battery, $3500 obo; phone 948-3344

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Two serviced lots, side by side in Biggar, 100’x140’, $79,900. Call 717-4681 (cell)

5tfnONLY A FEW UNITS LEFT! 55 PLUS ADULT COMMUNITY. Ground Level Ranchers. www.diamondplace.ca 306 241 0123 WARMAN, SK

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Thanks again Doug for buyingour property. Dealing with youand your company, FreshwaterLand Holdings Co. Ltd., madethe sale quick and efficient. Itwas a tough transaction, butyou came through and kept allof the promises you made atteh beginning of our talks. I would recommend you to anyone who’s interested in selling quickly and efficiently. I will pass on your name toayone who’s interested. Thanks again.Leo and Linda

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Central - 62 1/4’sSouth Central - 17 1/4’sEast Central - 74 1/4’s

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14tfnOne bedroom house for sale. All appliances included. Move in ready; $65,000. 216 - 2nd Ave. East, Biggar. Call for appointment, 306-948-2585

14tfnThree-bedroom home, completely renovated. Fully modern, energy package. Quiet neighbourhood. Close to school. Priced to sell. For viewing call: 306-948-9517 or 306-948-5627.

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Biggar Museum & Gallery invites student applications for summer employment for the position of Museum Assistant. Apply in person with resume to: Biggar Museum & Gallery, 105-3rd Ave.W., Biggar, 1 - 5 p.m., Tues.-Fri. Deadline for application is Friday, May 3, 2013.

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FOREMAN WANTED. The R.M. of Marriott No. 317, situated in West Central Saskatchewan between Rosetown and Biggar is looking for an experienced foreman to manage the day to day operations of the municipality. Experience with the operation of graders, scrapers, mowers and backhoes is a necessity and must be mechanically inclined. Applicant must be well organized, motivated and be able to delegate duties. Salary will depend upon experience plus we offer an excellent employer paid benefi ts package and a matched pension plan. Proof of a valid driver’s license and driver’s abstract must be provided with resume. Duties are to commence immediately or as soon as possible. Resumes with at least three references will be accepted until April 30, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. Resumes can be mailed, emailed or faxed to the following address: R.M. of Marriot No. 317, Box 366, Rosetown, SK, S0K 2V0. Phone: 306-882-4030; fax: 306-882-4401; email: [email protected]. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

16c2Mature individual seeking energetic contractor tradesperson to refurbish rental units in Biggar on a share basis. Everything negotiable. Good residual income for years. 1-780-231-2718, Alvin.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYEMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Western Sales, a growing John Deere dealership with locations in Biggar, Central Butte, Davidson, Elrose, Outlook and Rosetown is hiring permanent full timeApprentice/Journeyman Service Techniciansfor our Biggar location situated at 101 Hwy 14 East.

We require individuals to repair, troubleshoot, adjust, overhaul and maintain heavy duty Ag equipment including combines, tractors, seeders and sprayers. • Must be thoroughly familiar with tractors and farm equipment and have the knowledge and skill to make repairs properly. • Full job description available on request. • Must be able to work extended hours during spring and fall. • Compensation, $24 - $35 - rate is based on level of experience.• Required work experience, 3 - 5 years. We offer a full bene t package which includes medical, dental, disability, life insurance and matched pension.

E-mail resumes to… Attn: Rome Molsberry, [email protected] or by fax to 1-306-882-3389.

For more information you can also contact me at 1-306-882-4291

Only quali ed applicants will be contacted.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYContract Manager

Biggar Housing Authority

Responsibilities…• Daily operations of 88 unit portfolio• Rental leases• Rent Collection• Budgeting• Project Tendering/overseeing contractor work• Payment of all invoices by payment voucher• All aspects of property management• Report monthly to Housing Board

Quali cations:• Knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel• Self Motivated• Able to meet deadlines• Good public relation skills an asset

Resumes by April 30th, 2013 toChairman, Biggar Housing Authority

Box 241Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Further information, call:Allan 306-948-2732; John 306-948-5251

or Bernie 306-948-2101

Westwinds Motor Hotelrequires…

• Part-time servers in Beverage Room, Must be 19 years of age, Start immediately. Weekends and nights.

• Part-time housekeeper, Must be able to work weekends.

Apply in person at of ce, 902 Main Street, Biggar.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYContract Manager

Perdue Housing Authority

Responsibilities…• Daily operations of 22 Senior units and 2 family houses• Rental leases• Rent Collection• Budgeting• Project Tendering/overseeing contractor work• Payment of all invoices by payment voucher• All aspects of property management• Report monthly to Housing Board

Quali cations…• Accounting skills bene cial• Self Motivated• Good public relation skills an asset

Resumes by May 15th, 2013 toElizabeth McMahon

Box 344Perdue, SK S0K 3C0

VILLAGE OF LANDISrequires a Maintenance Man

due to pending retirement.

• Must have or be willing to get Level I Water Treatment and Water Distribution Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collection Operator• Please include expected salary.

Details available at Village of ce 306-658-2155 or Email: villageo [email protected] resume to Village of Landis Box 153 Landis, SK, S0K 2K0Closing date: May 8, 2013

Brokers - SK & ABWestcan BulkTransport Ltd.

Want to generatesome extra revenue

this spring?

We are hiring shortterm, seasonal brokersfor 4-6 weeks contracts

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Interested? Visitwww.westcanbulk.ca

or call1.888.WBT.HIREfor further details

Full/part-time CASHIERS needed at Quick Stop.

Resumes can be dropped off or mailed to Box 452,

Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0

Quick Stop & Fas Gas Convenience Store

Looking for two energetic persons with roofi ng and metal experience. Experience an asset but willing to train. Phone 306-951-7798, Maurice

17p1Help WANTED Experienced Operators to run and maintain large equipment from seeding to harvesting housing provided with good wages call 306 487 7644 Lampman SK

EXPERIENCED HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS, FUSERS, and LABOURERS WANTED IMMEDIATELY!!! Dechant Construction Ltd. is completing buried services for the BHP Jansen Project. We are looking for experienced operators to run grader, dozer, excavator, rock truck and packer. We are also looking for experienced Fusers that have current fusing ticket, and experienced labourers. All applicants must have at a minimum their CSTS, WHMIS, TDG and First Aid ticket, and all equipment operators will require Ground Disturbance Level II as well. Please apply by email to [email protected], or by fax to 780-926-4415.

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CANDO, an employee-owned company based in Brandon, Man., that provides railway

support services to industry, is seeking Railcar Loaders and Switching

Operators/Groundpersons to work at an industrial site loading crude oil in Cromer, Man.

Railcar Loaders will be responsible for loading railcars with crude petroleum through a

rack and pumping system. Switching Operators are responsible for safe and efficient onsite

railcar movements including progressing cars through scales, spotting cars at racks, and

interchanging cars with other rail providers. Individuals must be in good physical condition

and willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Seeking Operating Personnel for Oil Loading, Railcar Switching


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CANDO, an employee-owned company based in Brandon that provides railway support

services to industry, is seeking an Operations Manager for a new industrial operation loading

crude oil in Cromer, Man. The Operations Manager will be the lead in ensuring for the safe

and efficient product loading and railcar switching at this industrial terminal.

The Operations Manager will be responsible for a team of 15-25 employees. Knowledge in

petroleum handling and switching operations, employee management, safety programs and

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Based in Estevan, SK the Sales Representative will focus on selling our custom fabrication work such as tool boxes, truck deck repairs, sandblast painting, rental tanks, and will drive new sales growth through effective prospecting and networking. Resumes to the attention of [email protected].

Estevan-based IT Technician to provide network technology services - new user activation, troubleshooting, security, maintenance, installs, projects in multi-division environment. Recent grads welcome to apply. Growth Opportunity. Resumes to [email protected].

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S9A 0V9Day or Night

Cell: (306) 843-7898Bus: (306) 446-8800

[email protected]

FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS…• Selling/Buying• Residental• Farm/Acreage• Commercial• Recreational

Tim Hammond Realty

Cari McCartyResidential Sales

Biggar’s Top Performing Residential Agent

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar306-948-5052 (offi ce)

Cell 306-948-7995www.TimHammond.ca

http://Cari.TimHammond.ca

Licenced for: •Residential

Saskatoon - Biggar Offi ce

DUANE NEUFELDT403 Main St., BiggarLicensed For:

• Residential

• Acreage

• FarmProud sponsor of Children’s Wish Foundation

306-948-8055Fax: 306-948-2763

www.DuaneNeufeldt.com

Tim Hammond Realty

Dave MolbergBSA

Exposure, Experience and Effort.



www.FarmsofCanada.com

Licenced for: •Farm •Acreage •Residential • Commercial

Tim Hammond Realty

Tim Hammond, BSA, P.Ag., Broker

Proud to handle Biggar’s Real Estate Needs



www.FarmsofCanada.com

Licenced for: •Farm •Residential •Commercial •Acreage

BIGGAR HOUSING AUTHORITY

Housing for families and seniors

Rent based on incomeCall: 306-948-2101

FOR RENT

BIGGAR INSURANCE

SERVICES• Notary Publics

• Home & Agro Insurance • Auto & Commerical Insurance

• Health Insurance• Motor Licence Issuer

Offi ce Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday

304 Main Street • BiggarPhone: 306-948-2204or 306-948-3886

INSURANCE

REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE BROKER

This space in this directory is available

for only

$161.20 plus gst…one column x 2 inches

for 26-week prepaid commitment

(regular price is $19.88 per week = $516.88 plus gst)

Call 306-948-3344

Call 948-3344

Th e Mortgage Group

License #315872

KEVIN KURULAKMortgage Associate

Broker License #316322

403 Main St., Biggardirect. 306.948.5200

cell. 306.303.9025

toll free phone. 1.877.734.3216

toll free fax. 1.877.734.3219

email. [email protected]

www.mortgagegroup.com

for ad copy, classifi eds

& news

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Please arrange to pick up photos that have been used for publications. Please arrange to pick up photos that have been used for publications. …Th anks, Th e Independent …Th anks, Th e Independent

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UTILITY OPERATOR REQUIREDR.M. of Hazelwood No. 94

The Rural Municipality of Hazelwood No. 94 invites applications for the posi-tion of Season/Full-Time Utility Operator, with the position to begin as soon as possible.

This position is a seasonal position, with the possibility of becoming a year round full-time position for the appropriate individual.

Quali� cations: - Experience operating a grader as well as a tractor and a 15 foot rotary mower would be considered an asset, although the Municipality is willing to provide training to the proper individual. - Shall have as a minimum a valid Class 5 driver’s license.

The municipality offers a comprehensive bene� ts and pension plan.

Quali� ed applicants are asked to submit their resumes stating experience, wages expected, and at least two work related references prior to May 8, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. local time. Applications can be provided in person, or forwarded via mail, fax, or email to the Rural Municipality of Hazelwood No. 94, Box 270, Kipling, Saskatchewan S0G 2S0, Ph: 306-736-8121, Fax: 306-736-2496, email: [email protected].

The Rural Municipality of Hazelwood No. 94 would like to thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration will be contacted.


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potential customers

One phone call covers the entire province

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I would like to thank all my family and friends for their lovely cards, fl owers, gifts, phone calls, warm wishes and visits following my recent surgery. Your support and caring is very much appreciated and integral to my recovery. Thanks also to Dr. McKee, nurses and staff at Biggar Hospital for their wonderful care.

Sincere thanks… Cathy Donahue

Stop in to…

1st Ave.West,

Biggar948-2700

Small Ads Work… You’re reading this one!!!Small Ads Work… You’re reading this one!!!


HANDY JIM SERVICES

available to do…• painting & fi nishing• decks & small buildings• light plumbing• windows & doors• laminate & hardwood fl oors• general repairs

Call Jim @ 306-948-3333

McCARTYCONSTRUCTION• Commercial • Residential• Design Builder • Insurance Claims• Renovations • Drafting Service

“Big or Small -- We Do Them All”

Licenced Journeyman CarpentersTroy McCarty 306-948-5627 (H) 306-948-9280 (C)Mitch McCarty 306-373-8254 (H)

Serving Biggar ... Since 1968

MADGECONTRACTING LTD. For all your roofi ng needs…

New ConstructionMetalRe-roofsAsphaltShakes

We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On InsuranceExcellent Local References

For a FREE estimate please

call… 306-948-5453 306-717-2818www.madgeroofi ng.com

Biggar, Sask.

Torch-onTileAll repairs

Wylie Farms Ltd. SEED CLEANING

Canadian Seed Institute Accredited Pedigree, Commercial & Custom Cleaning

FULL line of Cleaning Equipment including Gravity Table

Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

For all your Cereal and Pulse Cleaning

Call: 306- 948-2807 orBill: 948-5609Dale: 948-5394

Plant located 8 miles south of Biggar on Hwy #4, ¼ mile

west on Triumph Rd.

McNULTY’S MOBILE SEED

CLEANINGCustom Cleaning of

H.R.S. & C.P. S. WheatPhone: 306-948-5678

DENTAL

DR. GLENN RIEKMAN

Dentist115 - 1st Ave. W. Rosetown, Sask.

OFFICE HOURSMonday to Thursday

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Phone: 882-2123

Emergency (after hours) 882-2006

BIGGAR

DENTAL

CLINIC

306-948-3408

104 - 6th Ave. East, Biggar, Sask.

Southeast entrance of Nova Wood Bldg.

Hours…Monday - Thursday,

8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Friday,

8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Your Healthy Living

Weight Loss & Wellness Centre

Consultant & CoachAnne G. Livingston

•Ideal Protein Weight Loss Clinic•Epicure Selections•Walden Farms Products•Young Living Essential Oils•Beauticontrol Skin Carewww.beautipage.ca/annelivingstonLocated in Angie’s Hair Salon

219 Main St., BiggarCall 948-7274 or 948-3696

HOME

IMPROVEMENTS

H

Call 948 7274 or 948 3696

Michelle Spuzak,R.M.T. (NHPC member)

~ Gift Certifi cates ~Evening, Saturday and in-home

appointments available.306-948-2548 or 948-9710

Located @ New Begin-nings Wellness Centre,114 - 2nd Ave. W., BIGGARServices available…

• Shamanic Healing• Psychosomatic Therapy• Massage• Emotional Release Therapy

New Beginnings Wellness Centre“Putting PERSONALPERSONAL back

into fi tness training!”Wayne Baldwin, PFT, CPTA, CNHC

Specializing in Exclusive Seasonal Personal Training Ses-

sions! …for weight loss,

body sculpting, strength training.Offering… One-on-One One-on-One

Gift Certifi cates availableVisit us @

114- 2nd Ave. W., BiggarWhere you can feel right at home!

Phone… 306-948-2548Cell… 306-948-8048

Rehab & Therapy SessionsRehab & Therapy Sessions* Limited Memberships

available to fully equipped Private Fitness Studio & Cardio Room

OPTOMETRISTS

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photos byPhotos by Jocely Jocelynn

Portraits, Family, Portraits, Family, Weddings & Sports Weddings & Sports

PhotographyPhotographyBiggar, SaskBiggar, Sask..

www.photosbyjocelyn.comwww.photosbyjocelyn.com306-306-948-2814948-2814

Kirk EwenDoctor of Optometry

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

For appointments… 1-855-651-3311

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME

IMPROVEMENTS

For FAX service,

see us at The Independent,see us at The Independent, 102 - 3102 - 3rdrd Ave. West, Biggar Ave. West, Biggar

Mundt’s Mobile Custom Grain

Cleaningwill clean wheat, bar-ley, durum, CPS wheat, oats, peas and lentils.

Reasonable ratesFor bookings,

call Jason306-948-2887 or cell 948-6969

HEALTH/WELLNESS

HEALTH/WELLNESS

[email protected]/modern.look.35

Renos…interior & exterior painting,

textured ceilings, drywall, mud & tape

New Stucco & Restoration…acrylic nish, full system foam, paper/

wire, pargings/ICF blocks, custom pillars & battons, repair/service

• framing• additions• windows & door sales• siding• roo ng• drywall & nishing

Wood and Steel Buildings

Floor & Trusses

GEORGE STAHLPh: (306) 948-3776cell: (306) 260-6503

- together with -

Located in the Nova Wood Centre

(back entrance)104 - 6th Ave. E., Biggar

306-948-2208

Ladies Only 30 min.

Circuit Gym…owned and operated by

Brett Barber

ONLINE @ONLINE @biggarindependent.cabiggarindependent.ca

NCM Home Maintenance

- Interior and Exterior Painting- Handyman Services- Labour Hire Service

FREE quotesPrompt Honest Service

Nick Maguire948-3325 (home) 948-4558 (cell)

Jacklin Andrews, MSW, Counsellor

[email protected]

306-918-7264

• Five Inch Seamless• Fascia

Dan… 306-281-5090Chad… 306-280-1524

306-222-8673Email: [email protected]

Bear Hills Rural Development CorporationBox 327Biggar, SKS0K 0M0

Helping you Help yourself

Phone:306-948-2295

Fax: 306-948-5050

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

Biggar, Sask.

948-3389

Owners/Operators• Travis Young• Dallas Young• Claude Young

For all your home,business and rural needs

PLUMBING & HEATING

BIGGARELECTRICAL &

REFRIGERATION SERVICES

AuthorizedAppliance DepotElectrical Wiring

TrenchingLicensed Journeyman

Adrian de Haan

306-948-5291

ELECTRICAL

DMH ELECTRICfor all your

electrical needsConstruction, consulting

and Maintenance

Licensed Journeyman

Dion Harrabek

306-948-2657

cell: [email protected]

AURORA CONSTRUCTION

& HAPPY AMPER SERVICES• Sewer • Water • Power • Drainage • Footings

Electrical Installation & Maintenance

• Commercial • Industrial • Residential

Electrical… 306-658-3004

Excavation… 306-951-7667

PHILLIPSELECTRIC

• Residence• Commercial Wiring

For free estimates Ph: 306-948-5393

Cell: 306-221-6888

Contact US for OFFICE SUPPLIES, FORMS and SERVICES… Faxing

Photocopies

Envelopes

Letterheads

Business Cards

Receipts

Invoices

Statements

Rubber Stamps

Flyers

Resumes

Posters

Menus

Programs and

Booklets

Phamphlets

Christmas letters

File Folders

Sticky Labels

Address Labels

Social Tickets

Draw Tickets

Calendars and

Day Planners

Presentations

and more…

Fax: 306-948-2133

Email: [email protected]

Box 40, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Call now for your FREE quote

on all your printing needs

Phone: 948-3344

SEED CLEANING

PRAIRIE BOYZ VINYL FENCING

LTD.

306-951-7666, Murray; 306-948-2953, Walter (h)

306-948-4565 (c)

• residential or acreage• FREE estimates and fence designing• full service or premade for the do-it-yourself handyman• tongue and groove style


CLASSIFIEDS WORK…call 306-948-3344

A Sign of

Qualilty!

• Wood, metal, plastic signs• Vehicle & window graphics• Banners, stickers and Magnetic signs

Jerry MucPhone: 306-948-2958

Fax: 306-948-5699


LEGAL SERVICES

BIGGARACCOUNTING

SERVICESGarry A. Faye

Chartered AccountantNotary Public

201B-2nd Ave. WestP. O. Box 1480Biggar, Sask.

Phone: 306-948-5133

INVESTMENTS

BIGGAR COURIER• Biggar to Saskatoon• Same day Service• Monday to Friday

• 24-hour Answering Service~Brian and Cathy Fick~Cell: 306-948-7524

HONEYBEE SEPTIC TANK

SERVICEBob Kobelsky

658-4474, Landis, SK

Let Vortexprotect your

truck and your invest-ment with the Vortex SeamlessSprayedon Liner System

306-882-2289

PrairielandCollision

Rosetown, Sask.

AUTOMOTIVE

Roe & Peszkois a full service law offi ce

that practices…

Criminal Law Commercial Law Real Estate Law Wills and Estate Law

andour lawyers,

William Roe, Q.C. Jason Peszko Lisa Watson

look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

306-948-5352 or 306-244-9865

Rockin D Trucking & Cattle

• Cattle hauling with 21 ft. gooseneck trailer

• round and large square bale hauling with step-deck or highboy

semi-trailers• also buying and selling

straw and forage• also machinery haulingHome • 306-948-2037 Alex • 306-948-7291 Dan • 306-948-7843

Biggar, Sask.

SERVICES

after hours George: 948-4042Corner of Main Street & 1st Avenue West, Biggar

Service TruckFull Mechanical ServiceMon - Fri • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.phone: George

306-948-3376

KRF Auto Centre

100% handwash“Where we do it all for you!!”• Detailing• Vortex Spray-In Box Liners• Granitex Baked-on Coatings for Decks and Cement Flooring• Auto Accessories• Trailer Rentals

Owned & operated by Kevin Fick

227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar

948-1722

MONARCH

MEATSModern Licenced Abbatoir

• custom slaughter, cut and wrapping

• sausage making, curingand smoking

• sides of Beef available

306-948-3384

• Jackets • Windsuits

• Shirts • Hunting Gear

• Bunnyhugs • Caps

• Toques • Bags

Sewing & Embroidery

Judy Kahovec:882-4313, Cell 831-7935Carey Krchov: 882-3213

Check out our new website:classicmakings.ca

Judy Kahovec…306-882-4313, cell 306-831-7935

Carey Krchov…882-3213

The Country Clipper• All Breed Dog Grooming• Boarding Kennels (Bordetella Mandatory)• Pet Supplies• Saleboard for dog and cat related items

For appointments and inquiries, call Janet at

306-948-2091Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 6 pm.

2 mi N on Hwy #4, 2-½ mi E on Golf Course Rd.

COURIER/HAULING

SERVICES

YH Truck, Ag & Auto

• Heavy truck parts• Agriculture parts• Automotive parts & accessorieswww.yhtruckagauto.comHwy 14 East, Biggar

948-2109

NORTHLANDPAINTING and SANDBLASTING•Texas Gates•Spray Foam Insulation•Sandblasting & Painting•Internal Coatings•Rock Guard Coatings

Mobile UnitsOffi ce: 948-2805Cell: 948-6062email: [email protected]

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M & N REPAIR701 - 4th Ave. E., Biggar

948-3996Open Monday-Saturday

Mike Nahorney, InterprovincialHeavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

SGI Safety Inspection

Heavy Truck Repair

Auto Repair

TIRES

1st Ave. West, Biggar

948-2700Your Auto Parts and Accessories Dealer

Open: Mon.-Fri.8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sat. • 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

To fax…stop in at The Independent

Anne G. LivingstonCertifi ed Custom Picture Framer

• photographs • paintings • art prints • memorabilia • collages, etc.

Call Anne @ [email protected]

BUSSE LAWPROFESSIONALCORPORATION

Barristers & Solicitors

Stuart A. Busse, QCLarry A. Kirk, LL.B.

Bonnie L. Reddekopp, JD

302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

306-948-3346…serving your

community since 1972

223 Main StreetBiggar

Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

OPEN:Mon.-Fri. • 9 a.m.-6 p.m.Saturday • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

948-2183Email: [email protected]: www.hrblock.ca

Rebel Landscaping948-2879, evenings948-7207, daytime

Ed Kolenosky

• Driveways• Concrete• Garage Pads• Pruning• Planting

• Topsoil• Lawn Care• Leveling• Sod• Patio Blocks

• Snow Removal• Fences …and much more

Financial PlanningEstate PlanningLife Insurance222 Main Street306 948 5377

info@twhfi nancial.cawww.twhfi nancial.ca

HAULS TO THE DUMP

Small moves and deliveries with ½ ton truck

Ph/fax: 306-948-3856 or cell: 306-948-7896

J. G. Smith

LightFabrication

MobileWelding

230 - 1st Ave. W., Biggar

Phone: 948-7117email:

[email protected]

CWBCertifi ed

SERVICES

For all your investment needs, Visit…

Dean McCallum, CFP, CIM, FCSIInvestment Advisor

Credential Securities Inc.

Lyndsey SacherMutual Fund Investment Specialist,

Wealth ConsultantCredential Asset Management Inc.

Pamela EatonMutual Fund Investment SpecialistCredential Asset Management Inc.

Robert Hoesgen, CFPMutual Fund Investment SpecialistCredential Asset Management Inc.

Located at the Biggar & District Credit Union 302 Main Street, Biggar, SK • 306-948-3352Mutual funds are offered through Credential Asset Management Inc., and mutual funds and other securities are offered through Credential Securities Inc. ®Credential is a registered mark owned by Credential Financial Inc. and is used under license.

Biggar Sand & Gravel

• trenching• trucking

• water & sewer• sand & gravel

• excavatingCall Colin Graham

at 306-948-5455

THUR-O CARPET & UPHOLSTERY

CLEANINGCliff ForsythBox 736, Biggar

Phone: 306-948-5600

Battery ChargersElectric FencersRepaired/Rebuilt/ Built

Phillips Radio Shop109 Main St., BiggarPhone: 306-948-2442Fax: 306-948-2484

ACCOUNTING

Kevin KurulakInvestment RepInsurance BrokerP. 306 948 5200F. 306 948 5207Appointments Preferred

403 Main Street, Biggar

Want a truly independent advisor who will find your unique solution?

Are you looking for Life,Living Benefits Insuranceand/or Investment Strategies?

Do you just want to know if your premiums are fair with theright coverage? Pat Wicks,

Living Books Distributor205-3rd Ave. East, Biggar

Books, gifts, cards.Shop at my home!

Call 948-3427 for appts.


Ask About DeliveryAsk About Delivery 306-948-3312

[email protected]

“Your complete decal and signage shop”

306.237.7671Troy May, owner/operator

Fax: 306.237.TROYemail: [email protected]

Super B outfi ts hauling grain and

fertilizer in Alberta and Saskatchewan

HARRIS TRUCK SERVICES LTD.

Custom Grain HaulingTridem & Super B trailers

…for bookings contact

Your authorized

Panasonic, Samsung, LG, Frigidaire, Shaw,

Yamaha Audio Dealer; and Your authorizedSaskTel Mobility and

High Speed Internet Dealer

BIGGAR LEISURE CENTRE

216 Main St., Biggar

948-3955

A small fi rm that provides quality professional services to our clients on a personalized and timely basis.Services include:•Auditing and Accounting•Corporate and Personal Tax•Financial Statement Preparation•Farm Tax and AgristabilityWe are accepting new clients in Saskatoon and surrounding area.

624 Duchess St.Saskatoon, SK S7K 0R1

Ph: 306-933-2970Jeff Gorman, C.A.

[email protected]

Spencer Beaulieu, [email protected]

Gareth McKee222 Main St., Biggar

Tel: 306-986-2600 Toll Free: 866-403-2298Email: [email protected]

Website: www.burntorangesolutions.com

BURNT ORANGE SOLUTIONSBURNT ORANGE SOLUTIONS

Rural/Urban• Computer Sales • Support and Consultancy

• Cloud Backup and Disaster Recovery • Cloud Email • Wired/Wireless Networking

ACCOUNTING

Roderick B. Campbell, CMA

• Bookkeeping• Tax Returns• Financial Statements

Ph: 306-948-4430or 306-948-4460

[email protected] 988, Biggar, SK

• Laser Engraving• Promotional products (mugs, mousepad, etc)


The Biggar Wildlife Federation held its annual Awards Banquet and Dance on Saturday, April 13.

Among the guests at the banquet were David Pezderic, president of the SWF and his wife. Kelly Block, MP for Saskatoon, Rosetown, Biggar and her husband also attended.

The 240 attendees enjoyed a wonderful meal featuring such wildlife delicacies as buffalo, elk, moose and deer. Highlights of the evening included the many plaques and trophies awarded to the following recipients.

Award winners: Alicia Kurulak, northern pike, 22 lbs 9 oz; Ken Andreas, walleye, 10 lbs 3 oz; Derek Meger, perch, 1 lb 14 oz; Timothy Kurulak, northern pike junior, 18 lbs 6 oz; Jerry Newton, goose, 14 lbs; Ken Andreas, moose, 131 7/8; Jim Tapp, elk, 177; Ken Andreas, whitetail

Tuesday mixed league

MHS, John Hammond, 208; MHM, John Hammond, 573; WHS, Donna Foster, 247; WHM, Donna Foster, 553.New Horizons

MHS, Bill Roach, 241; MHM, Bill Roach, 579; WHS, June Hoppe, 169; WHM, June Hoppe, 477.Wednesday YBC

The Adam Evashenko Memorial was awarded to Kelly Steeg. Milo Hanson accepted on his behalf from presenter, Fred Polsfut.

The George Yaroshko Memorial trophy was awarded to Derek Meger, presented to Kate Yaroshko.

Gordie May, right, pulled in awards for typical whitetail and nontypical mule deer, presented by Milo Hanson.

Jim Tapp, right, was awarded for his elk, presented by Milo Hanson.

The John Yaroshko Memorial trophy was awarded to Mitch Lehnert, presented by Dianne Yaroshko.

Ken Andreas, right, received awards for his walleye, moose and whitetail typical, congratulated by Milo Hanson, left.

Sandi Kushner was awarded for her typical whitetail, presented by Milo Hanson.

Teagon Polsfut, right, was awarded for his nontypical whitetail in the junior category, presented by Milo Hanson.

Timothy Kurulak, right, received the Ray Watson Memorial, presented by Larry Tavanetz.

BWF 37th annual awards banquet and dance recipients

typical, 160; Sandi Kushner, whitetail typical - women, 159 5/8; Kelly Steeg, mule deer typical, 193 5//8; Cheri Steeg, mule deer typical - women, 178 2/8; Gordon May, whitetail typical junior, 133 4/8; Teagon Polsfut, whitetail nontypical junior, 162 5/8; Mitch Lehnert, mule deer typical junior, 167 6/8; Gordon May, mule deer nontypical, junior, 156 7/8.

Trophy winners, Derek Meger, George Yaroshko Memorial, best overall master angler; Timothy Kurulak, northern pike, Ray Watson Memorial, best overall angler award, junior; Kelly Steeg, mule deer, Adam Evashenko Memorial, best overall big game head; Mitch Lehnert, mule deer, John Yaroshko Memorial, best overall big game head, junior; Cheri Steeg, mule deer, Walter Pavloff Memorial, best overall big game head, primitive weapon.

Gifts for the raffl e table and the Wheelbarrow of Fun were donated by generous individuals and businesses in Saskatoon, Perdue, Rosetown and North Battleford and the Biggar area. Raffl e tickets were fi lled out with the purchasers name and put in a drum. All prizes were announced and awarded after the band Rusty Augers played their fi rst set. The silent auction carried on until later in the evening and featured some beautiful framed prints, as well as many other great prizes.

The photo contest featured both wildlife and scenery photos from around Saskatchewan. Unfortunately there were no entries in the junior (under 18 category). There were many good entries and it was diffi cult to pick the best ones. Attendees at the banquet voted for the best in each category. Ryan Yaroshko won the

scenery category and Amber McCarty claimed the prize in wildlife for her photo of a pygmy owl. These two photos will be entered in the provincial photo contest at the SWF convention in February of 2014. Banquet goers were encouraged to enter their photos at the next BWF banquet in 2014.

BWF President Jim Vancha was pleased to announce that we have been able to complete purchase of the quarter of land that contains the Bear Hills Gun Range, which is now part of the BWF. This was a joint purchase with the SWF and the Biggar Wildlife Federation.

A generous land donation in memoriam to John Yaroshko was made by Dianne Yaroshko and family. This consisted of a quarter of land to be used for wildlife habitat in perpetuity. Although offi cially owned by the SWF, it will be administered and maintained by the Biggar Wildlife.

Conservation Offi cer Brent Sherstobitoff, from North Battleford gave a brief introduction to the new online registration for hunting and fi shing licenses. He was available for questions for the evening from interested sportsmen.

After supper and the awards presentation, the band Rusty Augers entertained the crowd

until the wee hours. The music was enjoyed by all, whether they danced or preferred to sit and visit with friends.

As always, the Biggar Wildlife Federation ensures that everyone has a safe trip home. The Biggar Insurance Services picked up the tab for taxi rides from the hall.

The Biggar Wildlife Federation appreciated the community support evidenced by the enthusiastic attendance. All of the wild meat for the supper is donated by generous hunters. Some of the meat is prepared by our tireless volunteers and their efforts are appreciated and applauded.

As this event is the main yearly fund raiser, the money raised helps the Wildlife Federation ensure the continuation of provincial programs such as Habitat Trust, Wildlife Tomorrow,

Youth and Adult Outdoor Education, Fishers and Wildlife Enhancement, Henry Kelsey Big Game Records and Provincial Angling Records.

Local BWF programs include the management of a quarter of land south of Biggar. Money raised from the banquet also helps to maintain and improve the Biggar trout pond.

The aim of the Wildlife Federation is to ensure habitat preservations so that the wildlife legacy that we leave to our children surpasses that which we inherited. We acknowledge fi rst and foremost that the wildlife of the province is a public resource belonging to all Saskatchewan residents and we work diligently to ensure that the resource remains equally accessible to all residents of the province for the enjoyment of all outdoor activities.

Alley Katz resultsBowlasaurus high

score, Kiersten Raschke, 90; Bantam high score, Justin Cirrico, 141; Junior high score, Jaden Rensby, 131.Thursday senior league

MHS, Glen Shockey, 238; WHS, Dianna Meger, 201; MHM, Glen Shockey, 609; WHM, Barb Beirnes, 511.

Dianne Yaroshko and family, on behalf of her late husband, John, made a generous donation of a quarter of land to be used for wildlife habitat.

24- THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013

13044MC01

OPEN:OPEN: Monday - Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday - Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Thursday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.Thursday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. CLOSED:CLOSED: Sundays Sundays

505 Hwy. 7 West, 505 Hwy. 7 West, Rosetown, SK S0L 2V0Rosetown, SK S0L 2V0

1.877.979.79991.877.979.7999www.rosetownmainline.netwww.rosetownmainline.net

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