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Kelly Block, Member of Parliament for Saskatoon-Rosetown-Biggar, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversifi cation, announced support for upgrades to the Perdue arena under the Harper government’s Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).

“Our government is pleased to support infrastructure p r o j e c t s a c r o s s t h e country, like upgrades to the Perdue arena’s roof,” said Block, April 10. “The Community Infrastructure I m p r o v e m e n t F u n d will benefit Canadian families and communities immediately, helping to support job creation, boosting economic activity, as well as creating safe and accessible community infrastructure facilities for years to come.”

The Harper government’s investment of $50,150 will help the village replace the roof on the arena, which is used by residents from Perdue and the surrounding area for minor and senior hockey leagues, power skate programs, and physical education classes. The upgrade will reduce the amount of water damage to the facility, enhancing

T h e S a s k a t c h e wa n Disease Control Laboratory (SDCL) and eHealth S a s k a t c h e w a n h a v e identified and corrected a computer issue that prevented the electronic d istr ibut ion o f some test results to physician offi ces.

The i ssue occurred sporadically from July 2012 to March 2013 due to a software change to the laboratory information system, which supplies information to physicians’ Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.

Lab tests results for 25 patients were not received by the receiving physician offi ce.

“The technical issue has

Lab result issue addressedbeen fixed and we are working with eHealth Saskatchewan to ensure a similar situation does not occur again,” SDCL Executive Director Patrick O’Byrne said Monday. “We continue to investigate the situation and we apologize for any inconvenience or concern this situation may have caused.”

Approximately 2,300 lab reports were faxed or mailed to the physicians, but not provided electronically. Paper reports remain a routine method of sharing information to ensure physicians receive the information they need to provide quality patient care.

The SDCL is currently in

the process of notifying all physicians whose patient records were not received, and providing them with the relevant test results. Physicians will follow up with patients if required. SDCL is also notifying the patients involved.

The SDCL and eHealth r e m a i n c o m m i t t e d t o prov id ing t ime ly, accurate laboratory tests and reports, to ensure physicians have relevant, up-to-date information that enables them to provide high-quality patient care.

Physicians who have quest ions about this can contact the SDCL Customer Service Centre at 306-787-3131.

Federal investment made to Perdue arenaits safety and extending its operating life.

“ O n b e h a l f o f t h e community, I wish to thank the federal government for this funding,” said Perdue Mayor Dave Miller. “Our youth and adult skating and hockey enthusiasts will be able to continue to utilize this facility as a direct

result of this funding. This facility, which is now just over 50 years old, was built and funded by community volunteers. This community spirit is what has made, and continues to make, Perdue one of the very best places in which to live.”

In Economic Action Plan 2012, the Harper

government announced further support to help communities across the country modernize their i n f r a s t r u c t u r e . T h e government committed $150 million over two years for the Fund. The Fund supports projects that look to improve e x i s t i n g c o m m u n i t y

infrastructure accessible for use by the public, such as community centres, recreational buildings, local arenas, cultural and other community facilities.

Since 2006, the Harper government, through WD, has invested in job-creating small- and medium-sized businesses,

aerospace, marine and defence industries, and supported innovative entrepreneurs in pursuing emerging markets. By continuing to promote new economic opportunities, WD is helping to create jobs, economic growth, and long-term prosperity.

Rockin’ and a Rollin’ . . . Jon Courchene, left, and Masson Normand of FacetoFace Ministries get St. Gabriel School students moving, Tuesday as the pair brought their unique message to Biggar. FacetoFace’s vision is that all people encounter Christ and embrace the call to be saints, challenging people to holiness by living and proclaiming the fulness

of the Catholic faith. It was a chance for the kids to cut loose, have a little fun, and awaken their own faith. Check out biggarindependent.ca this Friday for more pictures of the event! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

All geared up . . . Farm Credit Corporation’s Jocelyn Kampen tries on some of the latest gear acquired for the Biggar Volunteer Fire Department, with a little help from Anita Lichkowski, Monday at the fi re hall. The FCC put up a sizeable donation to help the fi re department acquire the new gear. See Page 12 for more. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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NDP Leader Cam Broten has made seniors care and K-12 education his priorities – and he brought examples to the Legislature last week to explain how deep the need is for students and seniors.

Thursday, Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and S a s k a t c h e w a n Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart announced the launch of the Growing Forward 2 agricultural policy framework in Saskatchewan.

“Our government remains focused on creating jobs, growth and long-term prosperity for Saskatchewan’s agricultural industry,” said Ritz. “Growing Forward 2 provides fl exible, innovative programming for S a s k a t c h e w a n ’ s hardworking farmers to ensure they have the tools they need to remain competitive and expand into new markets.”

“Agriculture is one of the main economic drivers in Saskatchewan and this new fi ve-year agreement will help our farmers, ranchers, agri businesses and exporters to grow the industry,” Stewart said. “We consulted extensively with producers and industry on the development of these

Growing Forward 2 agricultural programminglaunches in Saskatchewan

programs, which will help ensure our products continue to feed a growing world population and contribute to a better quality of life for all Saskatchewan citizens.”

The federal and provincial governments will invest $388 million in Saskatchewan for strategic initiatives over fi ve years, an increase of more than $25 million per year over the previous Growing Forward framework. Programs were designed to offer fl exibility to meet the needs of Saskatchewan farmers and agri businesses. Following extensive consultation with producers, programming has been developed to provide:1.) $170 million over fi ve years in agriculture innovation, research and technology transfer;2.) $65 million over fi ve years in rural water infrastructure;3.) $60 million over fi ve years in environment, food safety, plant and animal health;4.) $32 million over fi ve

years for value-added business development as well as trade and market development;5.) $25 million over fi ve years in farm business management; and6.) $4 million over fi ve years to support the

industry in agriculture awareness initiatives.

Saskatchewan is a world leader in the production and export of canola, wheat, oats, peas, lentils, mustard seed, canary seed, fl ax

and other crops. In addition, Saskatchewan is a leader in livestock production, with one third of Canada’s beef cattle herd. With more than $11 billion worth of agri-food exports in

2012, Saskatchewan is Canada’s top exporter. Growing Forward 2 will help strengthen Saskatchewan as a leader in production, biosciences, innovation and food security.

NDP demands better for students and seniorsCarrie Klassen was at

the Legislature this week to explain what she has witnessed in the seniors care home in which her mother lives.

“The facts that she was able to give us are, very sadly, evidence of how

the seniors care system is in crisis,” said Broten, Friday. “Our p a r e n t s and our g r a n d m a s a n d g r a n d p a s d e s e r v e better.”

K l a s s e n said that the Sask Party’s rules for staff-to -pat ient ratio are not good enough to properly care for seniors. At times, she

19 residents, resulting in seniors being left on the toilet for hours, call buttons ringing without response, seniors missing meals because there is no staff person to feed them and some people going without a bath for more than a week at a time.

Mid-week, Broten raised the emotional and physical safety of gay students by reaching out to the premier on the national Day of Pink, a day to recognize the fi ght against bullying in schools - particularly homophobic bullying.

In question period, Broten proposed posting information on gay-straight alliances on the Ministry of Education Web site, noting the concrete step could be a resource for gay students being bullied or ostracized in school as well as for parents, teachers and student allies.

“I was defi nitely not satisfi ed with the premier’s response to

that suggestion,” said Broten. “I thought this was a common-sense step. But, instead of agreeing that gay youth deserve to be safe and harassment-free, the premier immediately tried to cloud the issue with talk about freedom of religion when that had absolutely nothing to do with our constructive suggestion.”

Education critic David Forbes continued the focus on K-12 schools, pointing to the consequences of the Sask Party’s refusal to properly fund education.

Forbes pointed to students in the Living Sky School Division in the Battlefords, who wear their winter coats in class because funding falls too short for proper heating and infrastructure. Offi cials say that they will have to dip into the division’s savings to cover basic operating expenses as a result of the Sask Party’s budget.

said, there is only one staff person for every

Dance the day away . . . Competitors from around the province descended on the Majestic Theatre for the annual Biggar School of Dance Invitational. The three-day competition had the theatre and most of

town hopping as the event honours, helps and tutors the young dancers, helping them along what could turn out to be a professional career. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

End of an era . . . The ladies of the Fortnightly Club held their fi nal meeting. The club is disbanding after a long and fruitful 74 years. Sadly, the club, which meant so much to many, will be a wistful, but happy, memory. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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by Bob Mason

Little Pebbles

Hobo (at door): “Could you spare a cuppa coffee lady?”

Housewife: “Sure, if you saw that pile of wood . . .”

Hobo: “Yes, mum, I saw it. But I don’t like work”

Housewife: “Then beat it you lazy bum”

Hobo: “May I have a word with George.”

(See Saint George and the dragon)

I’d like to say that I heard the above cliché when we were in the Rhineland during World War II, because the Reichwald, Hochwald and Balbergerwald (Forests) were the stomping ground of that great German myth Hero, Siegfried, which, like St. George (the patron saint of England) also slew dragons.

Dragon-slaying seemed to be the prestigious thing for “folk heroes” to do back in those days.

Being of British origin though, Y.T. has to allot the dragon-slaying business to St. George. Also, there is an old excuse that says “let George do it.” So here goes . . .

We had quite a few pretty scary moments in the Hochwald but though we searched all over, we never saw any sign of Siegfried.

We did come to a place where a wire stretched between two trees announced “This is the Siegfried line,” and a little farther on, another wire with some oily underwear hanging on it and a sign that read, “this is the washing.”

Shade of that army tune: “We’ll hang our washing from the Siegfried line,”

The american army always claimed that they won the battle of the Rhineland. But unless U.S. Generals Hodges and Patton issued some dirty underwear to their troop, the ones on that line looked mighty Canadian to me.

But we never found either Siegfried or the dragon. We lost a lot of good Canadian men in that part of the country though, but so did our so called “enemy” -- mos of them because “Sig” never showed up to give them a hand.

Looking back a bit, we had a few fellows in our regiment named “Sig”, also quite a few named “George”. Although, I’m quite sure that a lot of them weren’t sainted.

I suppose, for the sake of interest, a fellow should write a little more dramatic stuff, but as one gets older and a little more mellow, he isn’t so sure that shooting your fellow man is the way to go. Y.T. has spent the last long, long time trying to get along with them instead.

The way that Yours Truly has come to see it, is that when things get a little serious, take a moment to make a wisecrack.

As we moved into on of those busted up towns one night in the gloom, I though I saw the glow of a cigarette.

Y.T.’s fi rst instinct ws to shoot fi rst and then fi nd out who it was, but I’m sure glad I didn’t.

“Oh, it’s you Bob,” says a voice. “I darn near mowed you down.”

“I saw a glow here in the dark,” I said. “That must be a darn

good cigarette,” says Vern (Pippin L108617). “I’ve been hit and the stretcher bearer gave me one.”

And then, almost frantically he grabbed me by the arm.

“Do you think I’ll live?” he asked.

“Of course you will,” says Y.T. as he moved on, “all you need is a few more drags of that smoke.”

I never did see Pip again. His name and number never showed up on the KA casualty list. Hopefully he is out there somewhere. Maybe a few more puffs on that cigarette worked.

A lot of these almost forgotten, little things took place during those times when the chips were really down, and looking back on them now, I often feel that they were a lot more important to our “Army life” than the big historical things were.

We were moving up to a German town under what is known as a “creeping barrage”, when one of the guns back there, instead of dropping shells one hundred yards ahead of us, started dropping them right on us instead . . .

What a nose. Yours Truly screamed into his radio that some rounds were falling short, but the guy fi ve feet to my right never even heard me -- I don’t think I could even hear myself.

Y.T. has no idea why that barrage stopped, but a little while later, as we relaxed in that town, that right hand man came up to me and said:

“. . . as you were saying back there.”

We laughed. We left a few fi ne Canadian soldiers in that fi eld, but somehow the thought of things like that had been put aside, and we laughed anyway.

Because in the thick bush of the Hochwald Forest, the radio

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Federal help for Perdue Rink . . . Saskatoon-Rosetown-Biggar MLA Kelly Block (front row, centre) is surrounded by a very grateful group of Perdue residents as the federal government stepped up to help the rink stay open (see front page). Front row, left to right: Jason Shields, Perdue Arena Association President, MP Kelly Block, Perdue Mayor Dave Miller. Middle: Brody Fyson, Brett Baduik, Luke Gray. Back: Nelson Heuchert, Brennon Pashovitz, Carter Mason, Linden Pavloff, Wyatt Ivanco, Braydon Pashovitz, Wyatt Pavloff. (Submitted Photo)

Bird watching . . . Biggar Central School junior’s Kathleen May, right, and Emily Goring keep an eye on the badminton birdie, Monday as the school hosted their town rival’s, the St. Gabriel School Saints. The after school match-up was a chance to work out some of their moves and technique. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

reception wasn’t very good. Y.T. ran out into a clearing, put up a few more feet of aerial and tried to contact HQ.

It just so happened that a whole bunch (about 20) German soldiers came walking up, hands held high, carrying a white fl ag.

Our Bren gunner had been killed the day before and a new, excitable kid had taken his place, and he fi red right into the surrendering group.

“Dam Krauts,” he said. “They don’t deserve any better”

Y.T. helped guide them back to the POW cage.

One POW with tears in his eyes, spoke pretty fair English.

“We saw you come out

with your radio, and some wanted to shoot you. But we wanted to give up and never shot. But now . . .”

Yours Truly looked back a thousand years to when his ancestors had landed in England and darn near broke down himself.

“Man’s inhumanity to man.” Regardless of what propaganda said, these guys cared for each other, and expected us to do the same. It’s been quite a while since Service wrote:

I wonder Bill if Hans and Fritz think anything like me.

What’s at the bottom of it all, what’s all the slaughter for?

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Ever wonder why we have so many pharmacies around town? It seems as if there’s a new one on every other street corner these days. Some of them seem to have found all sorts of ways of making money from the unwary consumer.

Just last week I went in to my local pharmacy with a prescription for a year’s supply of a low dose thyroid medication that I’ve been taking since I was in high school. As usual, I asked my doctor for a prescription for one year’s worth of pills. After all, I’m healthy, and don’t need to visit her more than once a year to monitor this condition. It saves everyone time and money, right?

Beware drug store dispensing feesWhy it’s worth shopping around for your pharmaceutical drugs

I’ve been doing this for several years now, stocking up with a yearly trip to the pharmacy instead of costing our health system repeat visits to the doctor for smaller prescriptions, and occupying her time which could be spent seeing patients actually in need of her attention.

This year was a different story when I decided to try a new drug store. I cordially handed over my prescription for a one-year supply of pills. Yes, I anticipated the usual sales pitch where they try to get you to buy your pills in one month increments (thus charging you 12 ‘dispensing fees’ instead of one). So I was surprised when the pharmacist, a nice lady with a fi rm voice, had a new line: “No,” she said, “I’m sorry, but the maximum I can give you is a three-month

supply.”She made this sound

like a law, like health policy written in stone. We debated this a bit and went back and forth. I even pointed out I was given a one year’s supply last year at a competing pharmacy. Finally, she went away and came back with a fi nal verdict: “No, we can only give you a three month’s supply – that is all Pharmacare allows.”

She assured me I could come back in three months for the next set of pills. Reluctantly, I agreed and paid my bill and left the store. It was only when I got home that I discovered I had paid the same dispensing fee for a three-month supply as I would have for a one-year supply. Turns out, it doesn’t matter if you get 10, 100 or 365 pills – the pharmacy charges the same fee for each visit.

In other words, pharmacies have every reason to encourage you to purchase a few pills at a time and to refi ll frequently.

Dispensing fees are not created equally either. The dispensing fee cost varies widely from pharmacy to pharmacy – and all you have to do is phone and ask. I did a random sample in my neighbourhood and found that the Shoppers Drug Mart charges the highest dispensing fee at $13; Rexall was close at 11.99; Loblaw was $10.10, and even Walmart charged $9.97. Costco only charge $4.49 for dispensing.

Incidentally, I called Manitoba Health and asked if Pharmacare puts any restrictions on how many pills a drug store can dispense. Apparently there is a 100 day limit – but it applies only if

the payer (those paying for the medication) is Pharmacare, and some insurance companies have a similar limit.

If you are the sole payer for your prescription drugs and you aren’t expecting to be reimbursed for your drug purchase, you can fi ll a 1,000 tablet prescription at one time – there’s no limit. One has to wonder why insurers are sitting back and encouraging these extra dispensing charges to be billed. Why not allow those on long-term medications to have one time annual fi ll ups? (Of course, if you have a condition that requires regular monitoring or if the drugs are new for you, regular consultations with the doctor and pharmacist are a good thing).

It looks like we need to become better consumers when buying our

prescription drugs.The bottom line: Call

around and fi nd out which pharmacy in your neighbourhood has the cheapest dispensing fee. And if they push you to take a supply which would mean having to come back to them for repeated refi lls, simply say “no thanks.”

Who needs extra trips to the doctor or the drugstore? Every time you pick up more pills it helps fi ll the cash register at the pharmacy and empties your pocket. That pharmacy fee which will be added on every time you come back might be better spent elsewhere. After all, there are plenty of good new movies out there.

Noralou Roos is Professor of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Manitoba and the co-founder of EvidenceNetwork.ca.

Spring and potholes. The two seem to go hand in hand. For some reason you can’t have one without the other.

Not quite sure why they appear (or reappear) every year. It’s like rocks in the fi eld. Once you’ve picked them all one year it’s amazing how they reappear the next year.

There is apparently a scientifi c explanation as to why potholes are harbingers of spring. Basically the pavement cracks over the winter. With vehicular traffi c the cracks work loose and the pavement break up causing the potholes. Once the hole starts it just seems to grow.

Our streets need to be repaired anyway but there are a few larger holes to be watchful of as you drive around town. Not anything like driving in the city but they are still there and can cause some damage. I’m sure the town crew will be out repairing them soon but in the mean time everyone should just take extra care and be on the look out for them

I also found out that potholes are not indicative to our cold winter temperatures. They will appear in tropical locations as well so there is no use wishing we lived somewhere else. It’s just a condition we have to learn to live with much like snow, cold temps and mosquitoes.

Soon. Soon the weather will turn warm and we will be able to indulge in summer activities thus forgetting all about potholes.

P.H.

Be on the lookout for potholes around town

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PUBLIC NOTICEPLEASE TAKE NOTE, EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2013 summer hours will be in effect at the Biggar Sanitary Land ll. The Land ll will be open to the public for garbage disposal during the following times:

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY10 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Garbage disposal must be carried out in accordance with the Town’s regulations and will be under the direct supervision of the attendant on duty. Your co-operation in separating your garbage in accordance with the separate areas that have been established at the land ll is appreciated.

ABSOLUTELY NO DUMPING is allowed outside the fence or in the land ll when the supervisor is not on duty. Private salvage operations are prohibited.

The Town would like to remind residents and contractors that it is their responsibility to ensure that any material being hauled to the land ll is secured and tarped. By securing and tarping loads, this will ensure that material is not littering the roads, which can cause numerous at tires and will keep the road and ditches free of litter.

PLEASE NOTE the provisions of the Highway Traf c Act state that no person shall put on any public highway any nails, tacks, glass or other material that might destroy or cause damage to the tires of a vehicle. Fines can range up to $1,000 for individuals and $2,000 for corporations.

Site usage will be rigidly enforced and citizens are asked to co-operate to make it possible to operate the land ll in a non-offensive manner, while keeping the costs to the taxpayer to a minimum.

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I have been fascinated with the exploits of the Mars Curiosity Rover and the pictures Chris Hadfi eld has taken from the International Space Station but there is a planet very close to our hearts that needs a bit of TLC from its inhabitants. It is our very own Earth.

I have to admit I’m on the fence with regards to global warming, not being fully convinced that the situation is as dire as doomsayers would have us believe. On the other hand there is something to be said for conservation.

International Earth Day is coming up on April 22. It is the largest, most celebrated environmental event held worldwide. The stats for 2012 are impressive. More than six million Canadians joined in the event along with the other one billion people representing 170 countries around the globe all in the interest of discussing

environmental issues.The whole day is

dedicated to changing lifestyles when it comes to eating, drinking, daily care and transportation. Last year the commitments to a healthier environment added up to a total of 97,132 days of action. The hope of the movement is that the change in habits will carry on and on.

If you want to celebrate in Canada there are lots of choices ranging from large public events (Victoria’s Earth Walk with 5,000 participants or Edmonton’s Earth Day Festival with 30,000 participants or Oakville’s Waterways Cleanup with 2,000 participants) or events held in smaller communities and private events amongst businesses and community groups. It seems everyone is getting involved. The website will help you organize an event in your community and

gives a great list of resources.

Act for the Planet is a 30-day action challenge you can do at home with your family. The plan starts on April 1 and gives you an action to do every day in the month of April. Some actions have what is referred to a “super challenges” with an extra suggested activity.

Here are some examples.

• Cut your shower time in half, better yet invest in a low-fl ow showerhead.

• Sift through your drawers at home and the offi ce and fi nd used batteries and take them off to a recycle location.

• It’s spring and time for spring cleaning so clean out your closets and basements. Plan an upcycling project or clothing swap party for that unwanted stuff.

• Get rid of your dryer sheets as they are full of toxins. Instead keep a spray bottle of water for static cling.

• Turn out the lights,

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the TV and the stove for one night. Have a big salad for supper and spend the evening playing cards and board games.

• Turn down the thermostat, put on a sweater if you are cool.

• If you take a lunch to work or school don’t use take out containers. Instead invest in eco-friendly lunch containers and utensil that can be reused.

• Make a meal plan for the week. That way you will only buy what you need eliminating waste (and saving money) by not having to through out those veggies that seem to wither away in the crisper.

• Learn about ingredients in your products. Toxins may exist in many everyday products.

• Use your bicycle instead of vehicle for a whole week. Not only will you save on gas but it’s great exercise.

Well, there are many more suggestions that are aimed at saving the environment. Check out the website and give a few of them a try.

Diamond Lodge NewsHappy Monday

everyone. The residents of Diamond Lodge would like to wish everyone a good Monday morning.

To start our week here at Diamond Lodge the residents had exercises. They really like playing balloon bop. In the afternoon they played Beat the Dice.

Tuesday morning we had current events. We spent a lot ot time on The Independent. In the afternoon we had a special visitor. Louise Souillet came and had a sing-along with us. Everyone enjoyed her piano music.

Wednesday morning we thought we would try something different to help Mother Nature. We planted tomato plants. The residents talked about how our new cookbook should look like. We are hoping to have our cookbook published in May sometime. At 2 the residents gathered in the activity room and had ice cream cones. It is always a favourite among all of the residents.

Thursday morning the residents had exercises. In the afternoon we played bingo. There was a big turnout for both of

these activities.Friday was a day that

consisted of eating and socializing again. Ten residents got to participate in Barbecue Club. They got to enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers and baked beans. Yummy. Karen decided that since it was her birthday she would plan a birthday party with the residents. She bought us cake and ice cream. Everyone sang her Happy Birthday and had a lot of visiting happening.

Saturday morning was Yahtzee. The Saturday movie was Montana Sky. The residents got to enjoy popcorn twists during the movie.

Sunday was manicures. The Associated Gospel Church did church this week.

Thank you to all of our visitors who came out to see us this week. Hopefully we will see more guests when the weather starts to behave. Have a good day everyone and talk to you next week.

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by Terry BramanI write this intense

attention grabbing column as I watch the 2013 Masters Golf Tournament conclude.

Even if you are not a golf fan, even if you are not a sports fan, you cannot help but be drawn in to he incredible atmosphere that competition in its purest form has created. Adam Scott, a young Australian and Angel Cabrera, a veteran golfer from Argentina, battled each other for the honour of wearing the green jacket.

The composure and perseverance that both men showed was inspiring and made me think that when we as human beings are in a pressure situation it is so we have the opportunity to rise to the occasion. It is thought too often that pressure and expectations can be detrimental, but what is we overcame that pressure and exceed those expectations? Adam Scott won on the second playoff hole. This really was an inspiration and learning opportunity for me today.

The Grade 10-12 report cards were handed out on April 17. Please be sure to review you son/daughter’s report card with them on that day

BCS Principal’s reportso that everyone is working towards the same positive goal at the end of June. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school and speak to the classroom teacher.

We have a lot of great events going on at our school in the next while. Our Authors Showcase committee is busy preparing for the BCS 2000 annual Author’s Showcase on April 25. This event gives our entire school an opportunity to study and publish writing and art all over the school for a day. Professional authors and artists visit our school and give presentations to help any of our aspiring students. It is an even open to our community so stay tuned for schedules to be posted.

BCS 2000 will be participating in the “Tell Them From Me” online student surveys in order to hear directly and anonymously from students and teachers 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/guardians of all

of our students to help us understand the views of parents/guardians to provide the best possible educational experience for your child(ren). As such, we are requesting that you complete an 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 user names 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. Chupik at the school.

This is another general announcement that our SCC AGM will be held on Tuesday, April 30 at 7 p.m. at Biggar Central School. We have fantastic parents and community members that would be great to have be a part of our School Community Council so if you are interested please plan to attend that evening.

Time for the farewell quote “Doubt whom you will, but never yourself.”Christian Nestell Bovee.

Have a great week!

by Taylor Darroch and Sabrina Yurchak

This past weekend was a busy one for our badminton players.

On Friday we sent our senior badminton players to Maidstone for a tournament. Then on Saturday we sent them to a tournament in Unity where Kyle and Bailey won the bronze medal for mixed doubles. Good job you two and congratulations to the rest of the team as well.

On Tuesday the seniors participated in playoffs here in town. this weekend they start with a tournament in Wilkie on Friday and on Saturday they are hosting their home tournament. Stop by and cheer them on.

Last Saturday Mrs.

BCS newsWawrick took one junior team to Maidstone while Mr. Larson took another to Outlook. Our Grade 7s hosted games on Monday and much of the junior team participated in playoffs on Wednesday this week. The juniors also head to Rosetown on Saturday for a tournament. Our track athletes have started training and practicing for the upcoming season, although since the weather has not been cooperating they have held the practices inside.

Powerhouse fi tness has also started for our students in Kindergarten-Grade 3. Every Wednesday students from these grades have a chance to exercise and play some

games.Our school is hosting

our annual Author’s Showcase on Thursday, April 25. This year our school is welcoming both Arthur Slade and Jaylene Duckworth. Be sure to stop by and check out all of our students’ writing as well.

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A signifi cant number of Canadians do not feel they understand the pri-vacy risks posed by new technologies and are not confident in their abil-ity to protect their per-sonal information, a new poll commissioned by the Offi ce of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada suggests.

Further, such concerns are affecting consumer choices.

The telephone survey of 1,513 residents across Canada found that 56 per cent are not confi dent that they understand how new technologies af-fect their privacy.

The number of Cana-dians lacking confi dence in their ability to protect their privacy in the face of new technology has in-creased steadily since the year 2000. Seven in 10 Canadians also reported feeling that they have less protection of their personal information in their daily lives than they did 10 years ago.

The declining lack of con-fi dence refl ects a range of concerns Canadians have about sharing their per-sonal information online. Many reported being very concerned about posting information about their location (55%) and con-tact information (51%).

The majority (55%) said they have decided not to install, or have unin-stalled, an app because of the amount of personal information they would have to provide, and 68% of Canadians say they have chosen not to use a site or a service because they were uncomfortable with the terms of the privacy policy.

“Canadians are begin-ning to realize that the various pieces of informa-tion they share online can reveal a lot about them and can be used in ways they never intended,” says Privacy Commis-sioner Jennifer Stoddart. “They are clearly wonder-ing whether they really know what is happening behind the scenes when they share their personal information.”

The Survey of Canadi-ans on Privacy-Related Issues, conducted from October 25 to November 12, 2012, found that while individuals’ concerns about the protection of privacy are high - 66 per cent are very concerned, with 25 per cent of them saying they are extreme-ly concerned - they often don’t take advantage of privacy protection op-tions or information. For example, half of Cana-dians rarely or never

consult online privacy policies and 54 per cent do not take steps to limit tracking of their Internet activities.

“Canadian consumers have grown accustomed to, and expect, protections when they use products and services,” says Com-missioner Stoddart. “But they need to realize that they have an important role to play and they need to take a more active ap-proach when it comes to protecting their personal information.”

The survey showed that this realization may be starting to sink in for mo-bile users. On top of the majority who reported avoiding downloading apps out of privacy con-cerns, the survey also found that 56 per cent of mobile users lock their device with a password or adjust their settings to limit the amount of per-sonal information they share with others (53 per cent).

This refl ects a signifi -cant increase in the use of such measures since the OPC’s last survey of consumers in 2011.

Other fi ndings from the survey include:• 71 per cent of Canadi-ans think protecting the personal information of Canadians will be one of

Canadians increasingly anxious about privacy in the face of new technology, poll suggests

Research indicates Canadians avoid downloading apps or using certain Web sites and services due to privacy concerns

the most important is-sues facing our country in the next 10 years.• 21 per cent of Cana-dians think the federal government takes its re-sponsibility to protect personal information se-riously while only 13% feel businesses are seri-ous about this responsi-bility.• 60 per cent have asked an organization for an explanation of how it will use their information.• 97 per cent would want to be notified by an organization if their personal information was compromised.• 73 per cent of Cana-dians who use the Inter-net are concerned about companies using their information to send them spam.• 81 per cent think it is very important that Web sites actively inform them about what kinds of personal information they are collecting and how they use it.

The survey results are considered to be accurate to within +/- 2.5 per cent, 19 times out of 20, and can be found on our Web site at priv.gc.ca.

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by Calvin Daniels

THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2013

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by Calvin DanielsEver since it came up at Yorkton Council about 20 months ago I have had an interest in the idea of keeping chickens within city limits.It was an interesting

situation in Yorkton.Council listened to the

request for a ratepayer, then handed it to the city’s Protective Services Committee apparently fearing a hen escaping a pen and going ‘Cujo-chicken’ on the citizens.Protective Services rec-

ommended not allowing hens in backyards.The collective decision

of council and its com-mittee has always es-

caped me.Keeping laying hens is

something cities all over North America, from New York on down, are allowing, although in a typical behind the curve tendency, none in Sas-katchewan are on the list.A few chickens, and yes,

municipal jurisdictions set limits on numbers, are certainly no more impactful than someone with a couple of large breed dogs in terms of waste.In the case of dogs that

waste is deposited wher-ever the mood arises, while hens are generally housed.

Dogs are far noisier as well than a few clucking hens.And while there might

be a vision of free-rang-ing hens being generally annoying, backyard hus-bandry has gone along way beyond that.Cue the magazine

‘Chickens’.I was perusing a local

newsstand for the latest fi shing magazines and came across ‘Chickens’. It was actually one of two publications on the ‘stand devoted to keep-ing small backyard hen fl ocks.

I grabbed ‘Chickens’ be-cause it has a story on historic breeds, another area of general interest for me.The magazines speak to

the growing interest and popularity of raising a few chickens in a back-yard setting.

There are several rea-sons for the growing in-terest.To start many people

want at least some in-fl uence on their food supply. Household eggs collected fresh daily are one way to do that, just as are windowsill herb gardens, and being part of community gardens.There is also something

good that happens when people are around ani-mals. You can see that in the reaction of a rancher just sitting watching his herd, or seeing the smiles of residents of a senior

home when someone vis-its with a friendly dog.W o r k -

ing with a few chick-ens, feed-ing them, c o l l e c t i n g eggs, would

be a great respite from the burdens of jobs and the pace of an electronic world.In Yorkton Council

failed to be trend lead-ers in being the fi rst city jurisdiction in Saskatch-ewan allowing backyard hens, but the trend is

obviously growing, and that is a good thing.People, whether rural,

or urban, should be inter-ested in having a greater control of their food, whether that is looking to buy direct from areas farmers they trust, or by growing their own.Having hens for eggs is

a reasonable, tried and true, and low impact way, of doing that too.With a growing volume

of information on back-yard husbandry hope-fully more urban juris-dictions will allow their residents the freedom to be part of the trend.

Calvin “wings” it on the ‘City Chicken’ issue

People, whether rural, or urban, should be interested in having a greater control of their food, whether that is looking to buy direct from areas farmers they trust, or by growing their own.

Saturday, at the Agricul-ture in the City event in Saskatoon, Federal Agri-culture Minister Gerry Ritz and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart announced the new Agriculture Awareness Initiative as part of the Growing Forward 2 framework of programming.

“Now that Growing Forward 2 is offi cially off the ground in Sas-katchewan, we’re ex-cited about the new pro-grams that are going to be rolling out,” said Ritz. “Saskatchewan is a huge contributor to Canada’s agricultural exports and we want Canadians to learn more about and be proud of this important driver of our economy.”

“We are a world leader in agriculture and it is important for the public to understand how im-portant the industry is in Saskatchewan,” Stew-art said. “Agriculture is a signifi cant contributor to our economy, environ-ment, and the overall health and quality of life we all enjoy in this prov-ince. This new initiative will help producers and the industry tell the sto-ry of modern agriculture and its benefi ts.”

Saskatchewan is home to nearly half of Cana-da’s arable farm land, 30 per cent of Canada’s ag-riculture biotech indus-try, and the second larg-est beef cattle herd in the country. In addition, in 2012 Saskatchewan remained Canada’s top agri-food exporting prov-ince, with more than $11 billion worth of agri-food exports, which accounts for more than one-third of all provincial exports.

The Agriculture Aware-ness Initiative will pro-vide funding to produc-ers, commodity organi-

Governmentslaunch Agriculture Awareness Initiative

zations, agri businesses and agencies to develop and implement agricul-ture awareness and edu-cation activities. Eligible projects include:• providing information documents, training and education campaigns;• planning, organiz-ing or hosting summits, workshops and confer-ences;• recruiting and train-ing industry spokesper-sons; and• developing manu-als, videos, Web sites, educational materials, displays, publications and other awareness re-sources.

The Agriculture Aware-ness Initiative will reim-burse up to 50 per cent of a project’s eligible ex-penses. Each applicant will be eligible for fund-ing of up to $25,000 per project to a maximum of $50,000 per applicant, per year.

In addition to the new Agriculture Awareness Initiative, the provincial government has made agriculture awareness a priority by being the fi rst provincial government to sign on to the Agricul-ture More Than Ever ini-tiative and hosting the Agriculture Awareness Summit in February.

“As farmers we are dedicated to producing safe, healthy food, while also respecting and car-ing for the land and en-vironment,” Chairman of Saskatchewan Pulse Growers’ Board of Direc-tors Morgan Nunweiler said. “It is important for the general public to understand where their food comes from. The Agriculture Awareness Initiative will help the industry share the true story of agriculture and contribute to a sustain-able future.”

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by Carmen McGregor, B.S.P.How To Tell If My Child Has A FeverFever is a symptom that your child’s body is fi ght-ing off an infection.

Typical causes of fever in young children can include ear infections, and colds. The fi rst step to treating a fever is to recognize what consti-tutes a fever.

The most common way you can use to do this is by taking your child’s temperature with a ther-mometer. You can use many different types of thermometers and take

For Health Sake!your child’s temperature in different areas of the body. Your child has a fever if they have a tem-perature above:• Rectal - 100.4°F (30.8°C);• Oral - 99.5°F (37.5°C);• Armpit - 98 .6°F (37.0°C);• E a r - 1 0 0 . 0 ° F (37.8°C).

Thermometers can vary in price, accuracy and method of use. For new-borns less than 3 months old, measure tempera-ture rectally with a digi-tal probe thermometer if possible. For children between 3 months to 4

years of age, check tem-perature rectally or with an ear thermometer, or a non-contact infrared thermometer. After age four, most children can hold an oral digital probe thermometer under the tongue long enough for a temperature reading. Your pharmacist can help you choose a thermom-eter and discuss proper technique for taking an accurate temperature reading on your child.

The main reason we treat fevers is to keep your child comfortable so they will eat, drink, or sleep. If your child

has a mild fever but is playing, drinking flu-ids, and generally acting well, there is no reason to treat the fever. It is best to see your doctor if the fever is accompa-nied by other symptoms (e.g., ear ache, vomiting, diarrhea, et cetera) and lasts more than 24 hours, or in an infant younger than three months with a temperature of 100.4ºF (38ºC) or an older child with a fever higher than 104ºF (40ºC).

The most commonly used medicines to treat fever are acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil).

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Rural and Remote Health Minister Randy Weekes announced, on behalf of Advanced Education Minister Don Morgan, a new program that will encourage nurses and nurse practitioners to work in rural and remote areas of the province.

Weekes made the an-nouncement during a the Nursing Education Pro-gram of Saskatchewan (NEPS) graduation in Regina.

Funding from the 2013-14 Budget will launch a program to forgive up to $4,000 per year in Saskatchewan Student Loans to a maximum of $20,000 over fi ve years for nurses and nurse practitioners who work in under-served rural and remote communities with a population of less than

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10,000.“The Government of

Saskatchewan is commit-ted to addressing health care needs in smaller communities while at the same time ensuring edu-cation is affordable for Saskatchewan students,” Morgan said. “This new program will provide an incentive for nurses and nurse practitioners to stay in Saskatchewan and work in our rural communities.”

The following nursing professions may be eli-gible for Saskatchewan Student Loan forgive-ness: registered nurse; registered psychiatric nurse; licensed practical nurse; and nurse prac-titioner.

“Our government is working to ensure that all Saskatchewan resi-

dents have timely ac-cess to quality health services, regardless of where they live,” Weekes said. “This program is one more way to support both the health care providers and patients who live in smaller communities.”

To be eligible for Sas-katchewan Student Loan forgiveness, you need to have:• started your current employment (full-time, part-time or casual) as an eligible nurse or nurse practitioner in a desig-nated rural or remote community on or after April 1, 2012;• been employed for a full year (12 consecutive months that ended on March 31, 2013 or later) in a designated commu-nity;• provided in-person services for a minimum of 400 hours (or 50 days) in that community;• a Saskatchewan Stu-dent Loan in repayment and in good standing (payments are up to date); and• submitted an applica-tion form within 90 days of completing your year of service.

Morgan also noted that it is acceptable to work in multiple designated com-munities in Saskatch-ewan during the year.

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Week of April 8-12New Horizons

MHS, Jack Eckart, 226; MHT, Jack Eckart, 639; WHS, Donna Eckart, 184; WHT, Donna Eck-art, 525.Tuesday Night Mixed

MHS, John Hammond, 283; MHT, John Ham-mond, 679; WHS, Nicole Cirrico, 178; WHT, Judy Hammond, 453.YBC

Pee Wee, Kiersten Raschke, 86; Bantam,

Tristan Cirrico, 168.Thursday Afternoon

MHS, Glen Shockey, 273; MHT, Jack Eckart, 583; WHS, Barb Beirnes, 247; WHT, Barb Beirnes, 522.

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itt, 282; LHS, Dot Curtiss, 199; MHT, Al Levitt, 773; LHT, Dot Curtiss, 552; THS, Bee Gees, 1,137; THT, Bee Gees, 3,192; MHA, Al Levitt, 195; LHA, Kay Munro, 163.

Ladies league: LHS, Marilyn Moon, 258; LHT, Joey Levitt, 627; THS, High Rollers, 1,066; THT, Zeroes, 3,098; LHA, Dor-rie Laberswieler, 184.

Men’s league: MHA, Dennis Notschke, 251; MHT, Dennis Notschke,

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681; THS, WWF, 789; THT, WWF, 2,198; MHA, Al Levitt, 186.

Mixed league: MHS, Calvin McMahon, 219; LHS, Joey Levitt, 179; MHT, Dennis Notschke, 547; LHT, Joey Levitt, 512; THS, DJs, 1,045; THT, DJs, 2,980; MHA, George Bartley, 190; LHA, Joey Levitt, 175.

YBC: Bowlasaurus, Hayden Wegwitz, 63; Bantam Boys, Emmett Hamilton, 148; Bantam Girls, Skylar Elliot, 99; Junior Boys, Brayden

Wilkinson, 208; Junior Girls, Danielle Munro, 196.

The YBC were very happy to have their grandparent or family member bowl with them in our end of the year tournament. They got to show what they have been learning this sea-son. The YBC bowler that beat their average by the most was Emmett Hamilton +100, Linden Pavloff +28 and Skylar Elliot +27. Everyone had a great time.

Merchandise exports continue to be strong totalling $2.75 billion in February, a record for the month according to Statistics Canada.

In the fi rst two months of 2013, exports totalled $5.58 billion, up 7.4 per cent when compared to the same period in 2012, the second highest per-centage increase among the provinces.

“Saskatchewan’s econo-my is diverse and robust, and strong export mar-kets are a major contribu-tor to our overall success,” Minister responsible for

Record export numbers for February

Trade Tim McMillan said, April 5. “Last year was a record year and it is encouraging to see that 2013 is off to an impres-sive start.”

Metal ores and non-me-tallic minerals totalled $531.3 million in Feb-ruary, up 16.9 per cent over last February. Metal and non-metallic mineral products totalled $46.9 million, a rise of 24.4 per cent over last year, and consumer goods totalled $168 million up 57.3 per cent over last February.

“We have very aggres-sive exporters in Sas-

katchewan that provide products to customers around the globe,” Mc-Millan said. “Companies within our province work hard to keep up with demand and as a direct result local economies are moving forward.”

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Today you would be 30 years old, Into a wonderful man you would have grown,

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The word saskatoonis derived from the Cree word, “Mis-sask-qua-too-mina”. The natives knew they were healthy, and they used them not only as a food source, but as medicine! Concoctions of the inner bark and roots were used to treat diarrhea and excessive bleeding. Slurries of the berries were also used for sore eyes and stom-ach problems. The hard stems were used for ar-rows, fi shing rods and handles for tools. A very versatile, hardy bush that grows here easily, one can’t ask for any-thing more!

Like the nanking cher-ry, the race will be on be-tween you and the birds for the ripe fruit! I have hung tinfoil plates in the bushes to scare away the birds. I think it worked! I got some of the fruit.

Which ones taste bet-ter, the wild or cultivat-ed saskatoon berry? The debate goes on! I have picked them in the wild, and have also had them picked for me from do-mestic plants. It comes down to the amount of time that can be devot-ed. Picking them in the wild in British Colum-bia could get interesting, what with them being a treat for the bears as well!

But, wild or tame, they really are not berries at all! They are actually a little apple! Their latin name is Amelanchier, meaning ‘small apple’! In botanical terms the fruit is referred to as a ‘pome’.

There are a lot of cook-books out there with all kinds of recipes for

And here is another superfood! The most common saskatoon berry is easy to grow, versatile, native to our climate and readily available. This year try them in a salad, drizzled with a dressing made from them! (Photos from google.com/images)

saskatoon berries. Pies, scones, muffi ns, breads and jams are the most popular by far! I fi nd a little bit of lemon juice or

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I found a tasty sound-ing salad dressing recipe I will share.

Saskatoon BerrySalad Dressing:

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Place all of above in a food processor.

Mix until saskatoon berries are pureed as much as possible.

Remove from proces-sor and strain through a fi ne wire mess strainer so that berry dressing is saved.

Add 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar to dressing.

Spoon this over a plat-ter fi lled with baby let-tuce leaves, chunks of avocado and tomato, sprinkled with fresh

basil leaves, crumbled feta cheese and fresh, clean saskatoon berries. Sounds delicious, I defi n-intely have to beat the birds to the bushes this year!

Sometimes the sas-katoon is called ‘ser-viceberry’. Same plant, different name, and yet how the this name came about is very different than from an aboriginal name. Being one of the fi rst plants to bloom in the wild, pioneers took the blooming as a sign. The sign being that the ground had thawed enough to begin burying the bodies of those who had died in the winter! Thus, the name ‘service’, because of the funeral services!

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THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 13 THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2013

Submitted by Alice EllisOn April 10, 2013, the

ladies of the Fortnightly club met at the Biggar Museum and Gallery for the final meeting. In 1939, it was modeled from a book club in Sas-katoon. President Loreen

Fortnightly News

Grondin welcomed the members. She played a tape of “Amazing Grace” by the “Tenors”. She gave each lady a red rose with baby breath.

The table was beauti-fully decorated for the occasion with flowers,

fashion was favoured, long before the days of ladies slacks.

A decision was made to divide the remaining money between the Big-gar Museum and Gallery and the “Heart of the City”, a children’s musi-cal program.

Stories came from all around the table. Some spoke highly of Mrs. Ella Naish and other mem-bers of the past. Many programs had a musical background. The mem-bers showed a special loyalty to the club over

the years. Secretary Tillie Zim-

mer read a special article on “The Way It Was.” She had recieved a phone call from a former member, Fran Smith.

Kevin from The Inde-pendent took a photo of the group.

A lovely lunch was served by Yolande deBus-sac and Bonnie Augustin with a special lady fi nger lemon torte by Mary El-len Debert.

A fond farewell to a special ladies club.

Employment opportuni-ties in Saskatchewan con-tinue to be abundant as evidenced by the number of job seekers from Sas-katchewan and around the world who continue to access saskjobs.ca for employment opportuni-ties in the province.

In March 2013, there were 1,113,954 visits to the Web site, up by 11.8 per cent from last March.

“Saskjobs.ca continues to be the job Web site Saskatchewan employers turn to when they need to fi ll much-needed posi-tions,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. “In March we saw postings from 353 communities across the province in virtually every employment cat-egory. For those looking for work, Saskatchewan continues to have abun-dant opportunities.”

There were 15,985 jobs posted in March 2013, and year-over-year in-creases were seen in

Saskjobs.ca strong resource for both job seekers and employers

the following categories: trades, transport and construction (15 per cent), business, finance and admin (12.8 per cent), social science, education and government (8.9 per cent), and management (5.5 per cent).

More job seekers ac-cessed the site through a cell phone or other mo-bile device last month as well. Mobile device visits to the site increased in March 2013 by 297,415 - a 15.3 per cent increase month-over-month from March 2012. Compared to last year, mobile visits have increased by 106 per cent.

The Web site is accessed by those in and out of the province. Visits to the Web site from job seekers in Quebec increased by 53.8 per cent this March; Alberta job seekers vis-ited 25 per cent more as well.

“Saskatchewan’s strong economy continues to lead the nation in job

growth,” Boyd said. “Job seekers are discovering this and are choosing

chocolate and a special guest book. In her ad-dress, Loreen read an article written by Au-drey Ross on the history of the club. Audrey had joined 51 years ago and was the longest standing member.

Loreen expressed her sincere thanks to Audrey and to all of the ladies of the club for their contri-bution and their loyalty to the club.

The fi rst groups wore hats and gloves and met in their homes. High

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2012 was an extremely successful year for SGI Canada, with record un-derwriting profi ts outside Saskatchewan enabling the corporation to pay an unprecedented dividend to the province.

Though the Saskatch-ewan Auto Fund’s fi nan-cial results improved signifi cantly from 2011, the Rate Stabilization Reserve was still drawn down in 2012.

SGI released its fi nan-cial and operational high-lights Monday when the 2012 annual reports for both SGI Canada and the Saskatchewan Auto Fund were tabled in the Legislative Assembly.

SGI Canada is the com-petitive arm of SGI, sell-ing property and casualty insurance in seven prov-inces. The Saskatchewan Auto Fund is the self-sus-taining, compulsory auto insurance plan adminis-tered by SGI on behalf of the province. It is a public fund for motorists, cannot pay dividends and is not intended to earn profi ts.

SGI Canada posted a consolidated profit of

$82.1 million, with a re-cord $18.7 million coming from operations outside Saskatchewan. SGI Can-ada and its subsidiaries were profi table in every jurisdiction in 2012.

“This is a real accom-plishment for SGI Can-ada, especially since the company achieved this success while operating in a highly competitive marketplace,” Minister responsible for SGI Don-na Harpauer said.

Strong underwriting results, combined with improved investment in-come, contributed to the successful results. SGI Canada’s underwriting profi t of $55.6 million is the highest in the corpo-ration’s history, resulting in a record dividend of $52 million to its share-holder.

While SGI Canada ex-perienced normal sum-mer storm activity, the Saskatchewan Auto Fund felt the impact of high claim costs in the fourth quarter of 2012 due to poor winter driving con-ditions. This contributed to the Auto Fund drawing

SGI Canada experiences record year, Auto Fund faces challenges

down the Rate Stabiliza-tion Reserve (RSR) by $11.5 million.

The RSR balance of $127.1 million at the end of 2012 puts it below its target range for capital adequacy. SGI currently has a proposal before the Saskatchewan Rate Re-view Panel that includes a surcharge to help re-plenish the RSR.

In addition, 2012 proved to be a good year for cus-tomers with safe driving records, with SGI pro-viding $108.8 million in discounts through the Safe Driver Recognition and Business Recogni-tion programs. SGI also promoted safe driving through its traffi c safety efforts.

“SGI partners with law enforcement across the province to promote monthly traffic safety blitzes targeting dis-tracted driving, impaired driving, seatbelt use and other key road safety issues,” Harpauer said. “The SGI Safe Ride app makes it easy for Sas-katchewan motorists to plan a safe ride home by keeping track of taxi and designated driving services, bus routes and even a personal list of designated drivers.”

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Legislation was intro-duced Monday to allow a private-sector Informa-tion Services Corpora-tion (ISC) to manage and operate public registries on behalf of the govern-ment.

“This legislation paves the way for an effective government relationship with a private-sector ISC,” Justice Minister and Attorney Gener-al Gordon Wyant said. “Though ISC’s relation-ship with the govern-ment will change, the se-cure services it provides to the public will not.”

The Office of Public Registry Statutes Act allows for service agree-ments between the gov-ernment and ISC that identify the division of powers and responsi-bilities over public regis-tries. Affected registries

by Kim Inglis, BCom, CIM, PFP, FCSI, AIFP | Investment Advisor and Portfolio Manager Canaccord Wealth Man-agementThe TSX Venture Ex-change often dips fol-lowing the annual Pros-pectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) convention held each March in Toronto, and this year is no ex-ception.

Interest in junior min-ing conferences even de-clined with PDAC essen-tially flat versus 2012, the Mineral Explora-tion Roundup confer-

Financial Advice to make a positive differenceence dropping five per cent, and the Cambridge House Vancouver Re-source Investment Con-ference attracting 13 per cent fewer attendees.

Part of the market de-cline can be attributed to the current fi nancing environment and the solvency of many junior companies.

According to Canac-cord Genuity analysts, over 575 junior min-ing companies have less than $500,000 in cash and equivalents refl ected on their last reported balance sheets (pre-dominantly September 2012). Analysts believe that many companies are likely struggling to cover overhead and do not have the funds to invest in exploration and development.

Turmoil breeds oppor-tunity.

Many analysts suspect that under-fi nanced ju-nior companies will be forced to undertake aus-terity measures and di-vest assets. While unfor-tunate for those compa-nies, it is welcome news to those with healthy balance sheets who can use their advantage to acquire quality assets at discount prices.

For the discerning (and patient) investor, spend-ing some time sifting through the rubble could prove to be worth the effort.

Given the current state

of the junior market, po-tential investors should fi rst determine the capital position of the company. According to Sprott Asset Management, a publicly-traded junior exploration shell needs a minimum of $300,000 to $400,000 per year to stay afl oat and a company with anything less than $500,000 is ex-tremely vulnerable.

If a company is well fi nanced, the question is how long they can remain solvent.

Investors should find out about current and projected burn rates. If a company has cash now but is burning through its reserves due to onerous costs or poor decisions, their cash advantage will soon dissipate. Assuming a company is careful with their finances and per-haps planning accretive acquisitions, investors need to determine how the company plans to fi nance the acquisitions and when cash fl ow can be expected.

Quality management is key. A junior mining com-pany can have the best property on the market but, if the management team lacks the experi-ence to get things done, the underlying value will never come to fruition. Management should also have a signifi cant vested interest in the company.

Analysis should be done to assess who currently owns the shares. Inves-

tors should determine the prices of previous fi nancings and whether the stock from those fi -nancings is free-trading. If shares are purchased at higher levels than previous fi nancings, then investors need to be con-cerned whether existing shareholders will be do-ing any profit-taking, thereby affecting stock price.

Finally, investors should also assess the overall quality of the assets. Not only should the property have high potential for good exploration results, it must be in a politically stable jurisdiction with the necessary infrastruc-ture in place to execute plans.

The junior markets have certainly been dif-fi cult the last few years; however, there will al-ways be leading compa-nies who emerge victori-ous.

Investors who do their homework will know who is coming out of the turmoil stronger and better.

Kim Inglis, CIM, PFP, FCSI, AIFP is an In-vestment Advisor and Portfolio Manager with Canaccord Wealth Man-agement, a division of Canaccord Genuity Corp., Member – Cana-dian Investor Protection Fund, reynoldsinglis.ca. The views in this column are solely those of the author.

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“This legislation is an important milestone for ISC as it transitions to become a private-sector company,” Minister re-sponsible for ISC Don McMorris said. “It pro-vides a foundation for ISC to access greater opportunities to diversify and grow in an informa-tion economy.”

This transition to the private sector is expected this summer. The legal position of people us-ing public registries will not change as a result of these amendments,

and the procedures for registering documents in affected public registries remain the same.

To ensure the functions of the registry officers remain independent from ISC, the legislation es-tablishes a new Offi ce of Public Registry Adminis-tration within the Minis-try of Justice. The existing government assurance of land titles will remain within government as well.

The Vital Statistics Reg-istry will also be trans-ferred from ISC to eHealth Saskatchewan.

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Tillie KisserMay 15, 1926 - March 17, 2013

It is with great sadness the family of Tillie Kisser announce her passing on March 17, 2013 in Biggar Hospital, Biggar, Sask. She was 86 years old.

Tillie was the youngest child born to Dan and Eva Meger. Tillie was a very hard worker even before she met and married Alec Kisser on August 14, 1947. They lived with her brothers for a few years, then settled on their own farm where she raised a big garden, milked cows and helped Alex with the

fi eld work. They sold the farm and moved to British Columbia. In Kelowna, they moved several times to new homes. Then in the early 90s they decided to come back to Biggar where immediate family on both sides lived. They lived on Wright Crescent for a while then moved to Sixth Avenue West. She has been in a wheelchair and Diamond Lodge for most of eight years.

Left to cherish Tillie’s memory are… her husband, Alec of Biggar, Sask.; sister, Lil Hirschfelt of Chilliwack, B.C.; sisters-in-law, Ida Belcher, Lil McGillvary; brother-in-law, Mike (Sophie) Kisser; several nieces and nephews and extended family. Tillie was predeceased by parents, Dan and Eva Meger; sisters, Elsie Striker, Emily Kurbis, Wanda Meger, Edith Meissner; brothers, Fred, Manuel, Roy and Bill.

Funeral Service was held Monday, March 25, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. from Redeemer Lutheran Church, Biggar, Sask. with Pastor Mark Kleiner offi ciating. Honourary Casket Bearers were Ev and Carson Ramsey, Johanna Lehnert and Helen Kanz. Active Casket Bearers were Bob Murch, Ed Murch, Craig Akister, Diane Akister, Rodney Meger, Glenda Kisser, and Glen Kisser. Interment will be at Emmanuel Lutheran Cemetery.

Tributes may be directed to Biggar & District Health Services Foundation Inc., (Friends of the Lodge), Box 1003, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0 or Redeemer Lutheran Church, Box 1056, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0

Grondin Funeral Service, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family for 50 years”.

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GARAGE SALE

MEMORIAMS

OBITUARIES

CARD OF THANKS NOTICE

COMINGEVENTS

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

CARD OF THANKSDONAHUE:

Linda: February 13, 1951 - February 28, 1998; Mabel: October 9, 1917 - April 19, 2000;Cecil, October 11, 1915 - April 4, 2007; Beverly, September21, 1948 - April 17, 2012.

With love from your family16p1

Stan GrondinMay 8, 1926 - May 8, 1926 - April 14, 2001April 14, 2001

“Memories don’t fade, they just grow deep for the one

we loved, but could not keep. We hold back tears when we

speak your name, but the ache in our hearts remains the same. No one knows the sorrow we share when the

family meets and you’re not there. We laugh, we smile, we play the parts, behind it

all lies heavy hearts. Unseen, unheard, you’re always near.

So loved, so missed so very dear.”

… Love your family

KEITH, Marie: November 9, 1939 to April 21, 2012

In loving memory of a dear friend…

Lovingly remembered by Charlie and Bernice

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On behalf of my family, I wish to thank the doctors and nurses for the wonderful care you gave my brother Elmer when he spent 15 weeks in your care. You were all so wonderful to him. Thank you for visits and cards he received while he was in hospitals, RUH and Biggar. He’s home now and doing well. Thank you again.

Lily Murch16p1

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.

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COMINGEVENTS

On behalf of my uncle, I wish to thank all the caregivers at the Lodge for the years Tillie was there. Thank you to doctors and nurses at the hospital for all you’ve done for her in her last few days and before when she was a patient. We think you are all great.

Lily Murch and Alec Kisser16p1

On behalf of my uncle, we would like to thank everyone for phone calls, prayers and fl owers. A special thank you to the church ladies for the beautiful lunch. Also to the boys for snow removal and grave digging. Thank you to Pastor Mark for the meaningful service, pallbearers and honourary pallbearers. Also thank you to Bob and Ted of Grondin Funeral Services. God bless you all.

Lily Murch and Alec Kisser16p1

The family of Winnabel Craig would like to say thanks for all the support that we have received after the loss of this wonderful woman. Firstly, we want to express our heartfelt appreciation to the staff of Diamond Lodge who gave Winnabel excellent care during her almost 10 years there, it was her home. When Lewis joined Winnabel in Diamond Lodge their wee dog, Sambo, was allowed to come with them to live for the next few months. We cannot express how much that meant to all of us. After so many years, we feel that we had a large family of support and compassion that greeted us whenever we walked through your doors. Thank you so much. Also to Dr. Muller and Dr. McKee for their care and attention to Winnabel’s needs.

To our friends and neighbours, the food, fl owers and cards were much appreciated. The spiritual support that Pastor Mark Kleiner gave to Winnabel and our family, let us all accept with peace her new journey and allowed us to celebrate her life. Pastor Kleiner’s words at the church service touched the hearts of us all. Thank you to Doreen Dubreuil for organizing the choir and playing the hymns she loved so much and to Doreen Silvernagle for helping us choose a scripture that spoke to and about Winnabel. We would like to thank Ed. and Evonne Beeson for the many years of fl owers they gave to Winnabel out of the goodness of their hearts and the fl oral bouquet at the church was amazing.

Thank you to the PALS congregation that provided and served the lunch at the tea after the service. All residents at Diamond Lodge benefi t so much from the great activity program that is provided and we would like to thank all of you who sent donations in her memory towards the Activity Fund.

Thank you to Bob Clothier and Ted for your assistance and support at this time.

“May there always be a blue bird on your window sill and a rainbow in your sky.”

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SUNDAYS… 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.

36tfnMARCH 19 - MAY 29: New U Fitness classes… Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 - 7 a.m.; Mondays and Wednesdays, 5 - 6 p.m. Starting April 23, running and walking clinics. All classes are designed for all fi tness levels. For more information, call 306-948-2208 or email: [email protected]

12c3WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24: St.Paul’s Anglican Church Tea and Bake Sale , 2 - 3:30 p.m., at Biggar New Horizons. Everyone welcome.

15p2SATURDAY, APRIL 27:Biggar & District Family Centre presents “Flashback”, cocktails, 5:30; dinner, 6:30 p.m. at Biggar Community Hall. $25 per person. For tickets call 306-948-3837 and 306-948-2278.

14c3SUNDAY, 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!!

16c2TUESDAY, 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.

15c4FRIDAY, 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., Adjudication and Open House in the Credit Union Gallery at the Biggar Museum. Refreshments served. Everyone welcome.

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JULY 12, 13 & 14: Ruthilda Centennial Celebration. Contact 306-932-2075 or 306-932-7722 for more info

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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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Brooklyn is excited to announce the arrival of her little brother,

Carson Matthew Hiebert. Carson was born at Royal

University Hospital in Saskatoon, Sask. on January15, 2013 and weighed 9 lb. 14 oz. Mom and Dad, Katie

(nee Haynes) and Jordan, are thrilled as well as grandparents, Bobbie

Haynes, Doug Haynes and Ken Hiebert. Big sister, Ally

Grace and grandmother, Sharon Hiebert watch over him with love.

Welcome, Carson!

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.

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Deadline,Mondays 5 p.m.

In loving memory of In loving memory of a special lady who a special lady who left us one year ago…left us one year ago…

""Deep are the memories, Deep are the memories, precious they sayprecious they say

No passing of time can No passing of time can take them away.take them away.

Quietly today your Quietly today your memories we treasurememories we treasure

Missing you always, forgetting Missing you always, forgetting you never."you never."

…With love …With love from your familyfrom your family

Marie Antoinette Marie Antoinette KeithKeith

November 9, 1939 November 9, 1939 to April 21, 2012to April 21, 2012

Lentils: CDC Greenland CDC Maxim CL CDC Imax CLWheat: AC Carberry AC Vesper VBCanary Seed: CDC BastiaWhere Quality Comes First!

Seed & Feed

PEDIGREE SEEDfor Spring 2013

NAKONECHNY SEEDSDon Nakonechny

Box 26, Ruthilda, SK, S0K 3S0

(home) 306-932-4409(cell) 306-932-7771

(fax) 306-932-4403

RECREATION PROPERTY

SERVICES

If YOU are…• Moving• Expecting a Baby• Planning a Wedding• Anticipating RetirementCall WELCOME WAGON at 948-2563 - Lisa Haynes

We have gifts and informationwww.welcomewagon.ca

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY


REAL ESTATE

FOR RENTFOR RENT

Charter/Sherwood

Apartments1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom

Heat and water supplied, wired for cable TV and satel-lite systems, laundry facilities, appliances, some suites with dishwashers, air condition-ing, parking with plug-ins.

For more information call:Karen/Kevin • 948-9115302 - 8th Ave. W. • Biggar

LANE REALTY CORP.For the most exposure that you deserve in the marketing of your

farm or ranch property. Contact your local agent:

MURRAY MURDOCH (306) 858-8000

LANE REALTY CORP.Saskatchewan’s Farm & Ranch Specialists™

Ph:(306) 569-3380Email: [email protected]“Now representing purchasers from across Canada,

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To view full colour feature sheets for all of our CURRENT LISTINGS,

Real Estate

visit our Website at www.lanerealty.com

CAREERTRAINING

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 OPPORTUNITY

HOUSES FOR

SALE

WANTED

MISCELLANEOUS

MACHINERY

RECREATION

CARS & TRUCKS

LIVESTOCK

This 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.

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

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NOTICE

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STEEL BUILDING BLOWOUT CLEARANCE SALE! 20x22 $4,188. 25X26 $4,799. 30X34 $6,860. 32X44 $8,795. 40X50 $12,760. 47X74 $17,888. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

FOR SALE…

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.

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.

32tfnANTLERS WANTED: $22/kg Moose, Deer, Elk. Sheds Only. email: [email protected] ph: (204) 796-1513

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

Guaranteed approval drive away today! We lend money to everyone. Fast approvals, best interest rates. Over 500 vehicles sale priced for immediate delivery OAC. 1-877-796-0514. www.yourapprovedonline.com.

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-year old and yearling Charolais Bulls, white and red factor, polled and horned, quiet disposition, semen tested and delivered. Domes Charolais, Biggar, 306-948-5260 or 306-948-9188.

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HEATED CANOLAWANTED!!

- GREEN CANOLA- SPRING THRASHED- DAMAGED CANOLA

FEED OATSWANTED!!

- BARLEY, OATS, WHT- LIGHT OR TOUGH

- SPRING THRASHEDHEATED FLAX

WANTED!!HEATED PEAS

HEATED LENTILS"ON FARM PICKUP"

Westcan Feed & Grain

1-877-250-5252

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

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

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SEED & FEED

Move in ready house located in Biggar, Sask. House features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a large upgraded kitchen/dining room. Located on a nicely landscaped corner lot in a friendly neighbourhood with a new fenced yard and a beautiful underground pond. Also includes a garden shed and a new large 2 car detached garage. Serious inquiries call 306-948-2533 (leave a message if no answer).

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High Quality Canadian Built

Modular Homes &Cottages

Over 175 Plans toChoose from.

60-90 Day Turnkey 10 Year Warranty

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1-(855)-494-4743Visit us online:

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Modular, Manufactured or RTM homes.

Avariety of homes in production or ready to shipRegina,SK

1-866-838-7744Estevan, SK

1-877-378-7744www.sherwoodhome.ca

HOUSES FOR

SALE

One 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.

38tfnSPRING BLOW-OUT PRICES! Last 2011 20’ X 76’ SRI Stock Homes. 3/4 bedroom models. Save up to $10,000! Immediate delivery. Call now for details. 1-877-341-4422; www.dynamicmodular.com.

Are you applying for or have you been denied Canada Pension Plan disability benefi ts? Do not proceed alone. Call Allison Schmidt 1-877-793-3222 www.dcac.ca

FOR SALELakefront propertyon Rossman Lake

near Rossburn,Manitoba.

62 fully serviced lots,accessible year-round.Near Riding Mountain

National Park &Lake of the Prairies.

Excellent foroutdoor enthusiasts!

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 for work-at-home. Train with the top-rated accredited school in Canada. Financing and student loans available. Contact CanScribe today at 1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com

Brokers - SK & ABWestcan BulkTransport Ltd.

Want to generatesome extra revenue

this spring?

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

in May to pull our hopper bottom trailers.Enjoy excellent rates

on all kms and loading/unloading.

Interested? Visitwww.westcanbulk.ca

or call1.888.WBT.HIREfor further details

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 bene ts available. Send resume with references to [email protected] or to

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

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.

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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Mature 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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NEWSPAPERREPORTER

Position is for a reporterwith some editorial duties

at the ShellbrookChronicle in ShellbrookSask. located 44 km.

west of the City of PrinceAlbert. Shellbrook is a

vibrant growingcommunity with all

amenities to serve familyor individual lifestyles.

Qualifications:The successful applicantwill have strong writing,

and verbalcommunication skills.

Previous experience andknowledge of computers,Indesign and Photoshopare assets. He/she must

have a valid driver’slicense.

Apply by Emailforwarding a sample of

writing along withresume and references

to Clark Pepper,Publisher. Email

[email protected]


EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYEMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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


TOWN OF BIGGAR

ACCOUNTS/CLERK MATERNITY POSITION

PART-TIME TEMPORARY POSITION WITH POTENTIAL FOR EXTENDED HOURS.

In scope union position responsible for various accounting records of the municipality, providing administrative support to management and other of ce staff which includes processing of correspondence, minutes, document control, processing utility and tax accounts in accordance with policies established by Council and the Chief Administrative Of cer.

QUALIFICATIONS:The successful applicant will have the ability and skills necessary to do municipal accounting, have good communication skills, ability to work with department heads, co-workers and the general public. Ability to learn the current municipal of ce accounting software (MuniSoft), use Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Of ce 2010 Excell and word computer programs. Must be bondable.

SALARY RATE:As per Union Agreement.

TERM OF POSITION: May 21, 2013 - June 13, 2014Further information can be obtained about the position from Barb or Marty at 306-948-3317. Submit applications including resume and references no later than Friday, April 26, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. to Barb Barteski, CA0, Town of Biggar, Box 489, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0. Fax 306-948-5134 or E-mail: [email protected]

The Town of Biggar wishes to thank all prospective candidates; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

WWantedantedMature Couple as

resident lodge managers,

Pawistik Lodge,Mile 190,

Hanson Lake Road. Duties include:

Store management,basic bookkeeping, allduties related to the

operation of a fishing lodge. Qualifications:

knowledge of boatsand motors, general

construction knowledge, good

customer relations.Please reply with

resume to:Scott Jeffrey:

1-8005264177. Email:

[email protected]

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


Attention Semi Operators! Are you looking to downsize? Haul RVs from USA to western Canada! 5-6 day round trip. Looking for 1 ton O/O. 1-866-736-6483; www.speedwaymovingsystems.com

NEED A HOME PHONE? Cable TV or High Speed Internet? We Can Help. Everyone Approved. Call Today. 1-877-852-1122 Protel Reconnect

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.

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.

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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.

Or mail to:Dwight Teale

Box 760, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0Call 306-873-9969

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

Wilhelmina (Ina) Kennedy Allan

With profound sadness the family of Wilhelmina (Ina) Kennedy Allan announce her passing on

Monday, April 15, 2013 in Biggar, Sask.

Memorial Services to be held in the Redeemer Lutheran Church, Biggar on Friday, April

26, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. Lunch to follow in the Redeemer Lutheran Church Hall.

Tributes in the memory of the late Ina Allan may be made to Biggar Museum & Gallery, Box 1598, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0, Lung Association

of Saskatchewan, 1231-8th St., Saskatoon, SK, S7H 0S5 or the Biggar and 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”.

TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY

…Bob, cont. from page 3

He thinks he’s right. Of course he aint. But this we both agree,

If them as made it had to fi ght, there wouldn’t be no war.”

Y.T. looked back a few column before he saw this again. We had an awful time getting in to the town of Veen. They kept shooting at and often killing our guys, but fi nally the rear guard protecting the Wesel bridge, marched out and gave themselves up. No on seemed to know where TAC was so, Y.T. volunteered to take them back to it.

We were moving down a street of Veen when I guess some of the German mortar men across the river saw us and decided to drop a few bombs on us. Of course, we all got down fl at and when the bombing stopped Y.T. said to the POW next to him “they’re lousy shots aren’t they.”

He smiled, “Yaw. Lousy shots.”


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BIGGAR HOUSING AUTHORITY

Housing for families and seniors

Rent based on incomeCall: 306-948-2101

FOR RENT

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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

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INSURANCE

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The April sale of petroleum and natural gas rights brought in $7.7 million in revenue for the province. After two sales in 2013, year-to-date revenue from land sales total $19.6 million.

“While land sale activity has been comparatively quiet over the past year if you consider the all-time record set back in 2008, it is to be expected as industry concentrates on drilling the huge inventory of land that has been acquired,” Energy and Resources Minister Tim McMillan said Thursday. “There are a signifi cant number of leases up for renewal in the next few years and we expect that much of that land will revert back to the Crown and, as a result, there could be increased land sale revenue.”

The Weyburn-Estevan area received the most bids with sales of $5.0 million. The Lloydminster area was next at $1.1 million, followed by the Swift Current area at $1.0 million and the Kindersley-Kerrobert area at $623,103.

“Industry continues to pay a premium for the lands it acquires, with this sale averaging more than $900 per hectare,” McMillan said. “Drilling activity is steady, and with major investments by industry in secondary recovery projects that have the potential to increase production from the Bakken, the future looks bright for Saskatchewan’s oil patch.”

The highest price paid for a single parcel was $3.1 million. Federated Co-operatives Limited acquired this 807-hectare exploration licence near Corning. The highest price on a per-hectare basis was $25,525. Scott Land and Lease Ltd. bid $826,252 for a 32-hectare lease parcel west of Shaunavon.

The next sale of Crown petroleum and natural gas dispositions will be held on June 3, 2013.

April land sale brings in $7.7 million

Biggar School of Dance members, Kelsey Hammond, left, and Ashley Heather were but a few of the local dancers who hit the Majestic Theatre stage during the three-day invitational competition, April 12-14. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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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.

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Hours…Monday - Thursday,

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

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Weight Loss & Wellness Centre

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

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Kirk EwenDoctor of Optometry

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

For appointments… 1-855-651-3311

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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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

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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

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Rubber Stamps

Flyers

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Posters

Menus

Programs and

Booklets

Phamphlets

Christmas letters

File Folders

Sticky Labels

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Social Tickets

Draw Tickets

Calendars and

Day Planners

Wedding and

Anniversary

INVITATIONS

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

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CLASSIFIEDS WORK…call 306-948-3344

A Sign of

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• 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

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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)


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306-948-2183Continued growth was a highlight for SaskEner-gy in 2012, as evidenced by the increase in the company’s distribution customer base and the strong industrial de-mand for natural gas within the province.

SaskEnergy, which ta-bled its annual report in the Saskatchewan Leg-islature Monday, saw its system grow by nearly 7,400 distribution cus-tomers throughout the year, marking the high-est annual fi gure in more than two decades. At the same time, safety remained the number one activity for the com-pany, through planned programming and inte-gration of industry best practices.

SaskEnergy recorded operational net earn-ings (income before un-realized market value adjustments) of $73 mil-lion in 2012, compared to operational net earnings of $84 million in 2011. Non-cash adjustments (a fair value adjust-ment and revaluation of natural gas in storage) resulted in consolidated net income of $107 mil-lion in 2012. SaskEnergy declared a dividend of $27 million to Crown In-vestments Corporation (CIC), based on 2012 op-erational net earnings, compared to $39 million in the previous year.

“In 2012, SaskEnergy continued to support Saskatchewan’s growth

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Independent948-3344

Customer growth, industrial demand and increased system integrity spending highlight SaskEnergy in 2012

by delivering safe and reliable service to homes, businesses and industri-al customers,” Minister responsible for SaskEn-ergy Tim McMillan said. “Even as the corpora-tion’s system expanded, SaskEnergy continued to offer among the lowest delivery rates in Cana-da, in part because of its focus on productivity gains. This commitment to process improvements also resulted in $5.6 mil-lion in effi ciency sav-ings.”

The pace and degree of economic advancement in Saskatchewan, which resulted in SaskEn-ergy exceeding 365,000 distribution custom-ers, also translated into considerable industrial load growth in 2012. Transmission volume in-creased by 10 Petajoules, or 4.3 per cent, from the previous year, driven by enhanced oil recovery, potash mines and power production.

“SaskEnergy completed a number of system ex-pansion projects to meet the increased demand for natural gas in Sas-katchewan, particularly by the industrial sec-tor,” McMillan said. “As the province relies more heavily on imported nat-ural gas, these projects are going to continue to be an important factor in providing excellent ser-vice delivery that sup-ports economic growth in Saskatchewan.”

Other 2012 operational highlights include:• Public safety and best practice alignment were a focus in 2012, with $79 million dedicated to system integrity activi-ties. In addition, nearly 2,150 service upgrades were completed as part of SaskEnergy’s multi-year distribution service integrity enhancement program, which up-grades services in areas of Saskatchewan that are most susceptible to ground shifting when excessive soil moisture conditions are present.• Excellent customer satisfaction results, with 92 per cent of residen-tial customers surveyed giving their “overall sat-isfaction with SaskEn-ergy” a fi ve, six, or seven on a seven-point scale, and TransGas achiev-ing a 94 per cent level of satisfaction in its annual survey of commercial customers.• SaskEnergy and Can-Gas Solutions Inc., a con-tainerized compressed natural gas (CNG) transportation company, signed a three-year nat-ural gas delivery agree-ment. As part of the agreement, SaskEnergy will develop a CNG load-ing facility near Wey-burn, which will allow CanGas to become the fi rst commercial suppli-er in Western Canada to provide trucked CNG to oil and gas drilling rigs.

Snowman still cometh . . . Richard Livingston gets to work Thursday morning, pushing out the every popular snow from some parking spaces at the Biggar Museum and Gallery. With Mother Nature asleep at

the wheel and Old Man Winter overstaying his welcome, spring just doesn’t want to make an appearance. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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