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Vol. 103 No. 42 MONDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2012 Biggar, Saskatchewan www.biggarindependent.ca 24 pages $1.25 tax included

by Kevin Brautigamof The IndependentCurrent Mayor of Biggar, Ray Sadler, seeks another term, believing there is still more he can offer the citizens of Biggar and district.

“ I b e l i e v e I h a v e unfi nished projects which I was helped by Council to start many years ago, and they’re very important to me: opening of the new lodge, fixing the streets which we are starting on our project level, Prairie Malt - we’re still working on things with them, the newcomers that are coming to our town, making sure that they arrive and have a place to stay, and that they do stay,” says Sadler.

Wi t h t h e p r o v i n c e becoming an economic engine of the country, looking for a greater cut of money from provincial and federal levels is high on his list.

“The meetings that we can attend that will help us financially, possibly directing more dollars to our rec board and rec departments. Right now we are working on a community plan to develop the RM and the Town of Biggar and [with] other rural municipalities, and that community plan is very important to us.”

He would like to see a better fire department, improved housing.

“I believe that we need to petition both federal and provincial governments for fi re department equipment. Assisted Living housing, I’ve talked to Bernie Caleo about it, and Level 1, 2, 3 is something we should definitely look into, the province hasn’t really given any additional money for it, but I believe that this is housing we could use. In fact, the development of the old Diamond Lodge, which could be part college, part Assisted Living, possibly even part hotel, will help with our development.”

Sadler and Counci l have been looking into all possibilities for the care home, soon to be vacated

Sadler has un nished business; wants town to move forward

by Kevin Brautigamof The IndependentJames Rickwood feels a strong affinity for his community, and feels now is the time to start giving back to a town that has giveN so much.

“My family moved to Biggar in 1936 . . . I was born in Biggar, I’ve lived my entire life in Biggar, I’ve never left Biggar, and it’s time to give back. It’s not that I don’t like what I see,

Rickwood steps forward in mayoralty race

for the new lodge project, attached to the Biggar Hospital, and have talked to various politicians over its future, including Biggar MLA and Minister of Rural and Remote Health, Randy Weekes. In addition, Sadler will be meeting with Great Plains College officials and Minister of Advanced Education, Don Morgan, over the possibility of using the soon to be retire building for a college facility.

Sadler is quite pleased with the progress he and Council have made. The importance of working wi th h is counc i l l o rs and rural municipality councillors and reeves, is vital - a stronger together approach, Sadler hopes to continue fostering.

“There has been too

it’s just time I become part of it,” Rickwood explained. “You shouldn’t complain if you’re not willing to put your name forward.”

Rickwood says our town is in really nice shape, but there is always room for improvement.

“ We h a v e t o k e e p abreast with the changing times and diversify, look at improvements. West Central Saskatchewan is defi nitely coming into

being, it’s time that we become dynamic in that force, put a good face upon it and offer what we have to offer. What we have to offer is pretty inviting.” he said of the lifestyle, the people, but we have to open the doors to more industry, and a greater use of current facilities.

“I live behind the pool, and I see where we have to do something to make that

more user friendly, because I look over my fence in the summer and there’s six, seven people in [the pool] - this is one of our core recreational facilities, and we really have to make it more usable, otherwise it’s a white elephant.”

And yes, we have to remain fi scally responsible, but things that are there, simply to be there, bear their own costs if they aren’t being fully utilized, Rickwood adds.

“People are burdened with taxes, and we have to do what we can do to keep the tax base low, but we have to be fi scally responsible in getting the most bang for our buck.”

Rickwood sees responsible youth as the town ’s future.

“We have to teach our youth to be very respectful of our town - have some civic pride,” he said. “If people are proud of their town, we’ll have less vandalism; we have to teach our people to be more vigilant for things that will reduce our crime rate. Biggar has its problems that are known far and wide, and we have to do things to correct those problems. We have

a police force here and we have to encourage them to keep our town safe for everybody: our seniors and our youth, because our seniors got us to where we are, and we have to respect what they did for us - we have to look after them in the future.”

Rickwood calls the new long-term care project “a phenomenal” endeavour, but wonders what will become of the old Diamond Lodge, wanting the town to move forward and get the building filled with something to compliment the community.

Wo r k i n g w i t h t h e current council and other levels of government, is a partnership, Rickwood reasons. The mayor is simply the ‘face’ of town.

“Hopefully my face fits that expectation. But it’s not that the mayor has ‘super power’, it’s the power of council, it’s the power of committee, it’s the sum total of everyone working together to get the best for our community.”

Rickwood wishes Ray Sadler the best of luck in the campaign, adding a thanks for his years of service to our community.

many years where there has been gaps between rural and urban when it

comes to making decisions. Just the unifi cation of the fire department where

we bought a fire rescue vehicle [with the RM of Biggar], water projects, et

cetera,” he explains. “The RM of Biggar has helped

…see Sadler, page 3

Rockin’ Rob . . . St. Gabriel School teacher, Rob Meschishnick does his best Eddie Van Halen with the acappella group, Hoja. Held Thursday evening, the

event was all part of the school’s annual Family Night Celebrations. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Sparky’s a kids best friend . . . Sparky the Fire Dog gets some hugs from BCS and St. Gabriel school students, Tuesday. The hound was visiting the schools, telling kids about fi re safety. Check out the biggarindependent.ca for more content this Wednesday. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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Council Minute highlightsThe regular meeting of Biggar Town Council was held September 18, at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Attending the meeting were Mayor Ray Sadler, Aldermen Ron Arnold, Jim Besse, P e n n y M c C a l l u m , Eugene Motruk, and Kirk Sherbino.

Council resolved that the minutes o f the Sept. 10, 2012 regular meeting of the Biggar and District Recreation Board be accepted as presented, and that the recommendations contained therein be approved by Council.

Council resolved that Recreation Director Erin Poitras, be authorized to attend the SPRA annual conference and general meeting in Melfort on October 18.

Council resolved that the Town Foreman’s Report to Sept. 15, 2012 be accepted as presented by the Town Foreman, Richard Olson.

Council resolved that the RCMP Local Detachment Report for the month of August, 2012, be accepted as presented by Cpl. Ron Robinson and Cst. Breanna Hathaway.

Council resolved that the General Accounts Paid in the amount of $51,354.56 and the General Accounts Payable in the amount of $93,450.56, be approved.

Council resolved that

the following financial reports for the month of August , 2012, be accepted as presented: Bank Reconciliation; Statement of Financial Activities.

Council resolved that the following building permit be issued upon payment of the prescribed fee: Ellis Don Corporation - addition to health care facility; Parcel HH Plan 102074037; Subject to compliance with the points noted in the Plan Examination Report from MuniCode Services Ltd. dated May 31, 2012.

Council resolved that the Town purchase a 1/15 page ad at a cost of $175 for promoting the 2012 Crime Prevention Guide to be distributed at our schools, sponsored by the Saskatchewan Federation of Police Offi cers.• Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

…Sadler, cont. from front page

Two Community Based Organizations funded by the Ministry of Social Services in the northwest are to amalgamate by the end of their fiscal year of March 2013.

Biggar Community Connections (BCCI) , which has been a part

Biggar Community Connections amalgamates with Wilkie Independent Living

of Biggar since 1987 and Wilkie Independent Living Services (WILS) which has been a part of Wilkie since 1990, will become one organization as of April 1, 2013,

“Both organizations’ primary purpose is to support indiv iduals

c o m m e n t e d C h e r y l Irvine, chair of BCCI. “Therefore, it is a natural fit for the agencies to amalgamate.”

“The amalgamation should be able to provide better services for the people that we support through : e conomies o f sca le, shar ing o f expertise in staffing and board members, larger p o l i t i c a l i n f l u e n c e , the ability to spread volunteer hours over a broader base and offering additional services with a consistent philosophy,”

c o m m e n t e d G o r d o n Martin, Chair of WILS.

The final details of what the amalgamated agency will look like are still in the planning stages. The agencies are hosting a “Name the Agency” contest, open to all members in the West

Central region.The winning entry

will be chosen by both volunteer Boards of Directors. The selected entry will win a 16 GB iPad 2 or $300. Deadline for submissions are Wednesday, October 24, 2012.

t h r o u g h t h e p r o v i s i o n o f r e s i d e n t i a l , d a y p r o g r a m s and suppor t ive independent living services for people with intellectual d i s a b i l i t i e s , ”

The Rosetown RCMP are seeking the publics assistance in the following case.• This past September, mischief to a residence two kilometres north of Herschel occurred. Someone kicked in the south entrance door to the residence sometime between Sept. 2 and 28.

If you have any information, please contact the Rosetown RCMP, 882-5700, or Crime Stoppers, 1-800-222-8477.

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Just out of reach . . . Biggar Central School Junior volleyball player, Jaeda Hoppe goes for the ball, Wednesday. The ladies hosted the St. Gabriel Saints, taking the contest two sets to one. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

It’s that time of year . . . Dave Brotzel gets a shot in the arm from Public Health Nurse Brenda Anderson last Thursday at the Biggar New Horizons. The annual

fl u clinics are in full swing - make sure you get your ounce of prevention this season. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

us with the development s t u d y f o r t h e n e w landfi ll. The landfi ll is an extremely tough situation . . . both of us are willing to work on development of the landfi ll: how we can utilize it for another fi ve years without building a new one - it’s a very complex problem across

the province. You have to work with RM’s, all levels of governments.”

Sadler wishes James Rickwood the best of luck in the campaign, and congratulates him on stepping forward, taking the chance and putting his name forward - a civic minded duty.

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by Bruce Stewart, Columnist, Troy MediaDistributed by Troy Media, www. troymedia.com

Canadians are used to thinking of energy in a big way.

Reshaping Northern Québec with dams for massive hydro-electric projects; digging up Northern Alberta with the oil sands; massive fracking operations in southwestern Saskatchewan; offshore oil wells in the stormy North Atlantic, even hectares upon hectares fi lled with solar panels or wind turbines, farming the breezes and sun.

We are blessed with a bounty few other nations have.

Yet, in the process, we often overlook the smaller scale opportunities that could help sustain our towns and cities.

Take the town dump, for example.

Dumps naturally give off methane as the trash

Leverage community assets to achieve prosperityLook around. What can your community offer to attract business and create jobs?

slowly decomposes. Methane, in turn, is 70 times more potent than carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas.

But methane has another name: natural gas. If a town capped its dump, captured the methane, and used it to do work they’d otherwise have to buy gas (or some other fuel) for, they’d save some money and convert the methane into carbon dioxide through its use, reducing its effect on the environment.

By using that gas to run a district heating system for example, they’d lower the cost for people to live there, or businesses to locate there - an economic incentive that didn’t require a tax giveaway.

In other words, smaller scale doesn’t interest big corporations half as much as it can interest you, me, and the places we live.

There’s all sorts of free energy waiting out there.

Another example: we can get energy from the local water tower when gravity sends it back down as it’s used simply by putting a turbine in the pipe. It’s a “run of river” hydro facility but installed inside our civic infrastructure, instead.

Why does this matter? After all, we get electricity from the grid, gas comes in pipelines, and we’ve got lots of it.

We’re used to thinking in terms of money as the differentiator between our community and the other ones around it. That’s how different jurisdictions get into battles to see who can offer a major new factory the biggest tax break and the cheapest land and services to attract them (and their employment).

Suppose we started thinking about offering things in kind, instead. “Come here, we have really cheap gas for your factory. Come here, we have really cheap

electricity.”We could think even

more audaciously if we wanted. A city like Mississauga in Ontario wants to build out an LRT system to serve its citizens. Needless to say, a lot of other Ontario municipalities also want improved transit systems. Finding the money can be a struggle. Getting it built now? Almost impossible.

In Dresden, Germany, a central city location was used to build a new Volkswagen auto assembly plant: the “Transparent Factory”. Why in the centre of a historic city and not on the outskirts? Dresden’s convention centre wasn’t doing that well, anyway, and that meant the land could be sold. In turn, its LRT system could be used to bring in the parts, keeping trucks off the roads.

Yes, the same rails that run public transit also

bring in auto parts, on specially-designed small vehicles that fi t well on city streets. The increased economy has allowed Dresden to expand service to its citizens without increased taxes.

Mississauga, in other words, could think the same way, serving its industrial economy and providing for its citizens’ needs at the same time. “Join us in the capital investment, and save on your operating costs for years to come.”

Canada does have cities with strong forward planning. What is generally still missing is the notion of looking at everything our towns or cities do and ways to leverage it. Vancouver, for instance, is using its Green City approach to work with transit corridors - but it’s not looking at how to use those corridors to create jobs, or how to heat or power refurbished zones

to make them attractive. The integration across many different sources and disciplines still isn’t there.

But it can be, and that’s the point.

New Urbanist-trained architects are used to running what they call a charette to bring a community together to help specify what they want and to make sure a multi-block change works for everyone. This same process could be used to identify opportunities and overcome specialization, so that ideas to power our local economies forward can be put on the table.

There’s opportunity and free sources of energy all around us. Time to put them to work, and grow our economy, one town after another.

Troy Media Columnist Bruce Stewart is a management consultant located in Toronto.

Saturday, October 20 has been designated Small Business Day with business owners and entrepreneurs preparing to celebrate. This campaign has been initiated by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business with the focus on encouraging people to shop at independent businesses across the province.

CFIB president Dan Kelly says, “If we shop small, we can make a big difference.” And, that is the message the CFIB is promoting -- rather than shopping a big box stores or cross-border businesses check out a smaller retailer.

The benefi ts and contributions small businesses have made to the province and the country have been well documented. There are an estimated 1.2 million small businesses in Canada which comprise 98 per cent of all employer businesses in the country.

In 2005 Stats Can showed 5.1 million people worked at a small business. That’s 48 per cent of the total workforce. Seven years later the numbers will be higher as employment has risen, especially in Saskatchewan. Small businesses account for 42 per cent of the country’s private GDP (2005 stats).

They make a sizeable contribution to the country as a whole. Here in Saskatchewan, according to the Enterprise Saskatchewan website, the small business sector represents 98.5 per cent of all business. This sector employs one third of the province’s labour force and contributes 35 per cent of the province’s GDP (the highest percentage of all the provinces).

Here in Biggar, the small business community supports local projects and events. They donate generously to sports groups, the arts community, the schools and seniors. They face many challenges but always try to provide the very best service they can. They hire local school students and residents.

So, here’s a salute to them.

P.H.

Small businesses are really very “big”

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NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL

TOWN OF BIGGAR

ST. PAUL’S ROMAN CATHOLIC SEPARATE SCHOOL DIVISION NO. 20 SUBDIVISION 3

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provision has been made for an advance poll for electors who:

1. are physically disabled;2. have been appointed as election of cials; or3. anticipate being unable to vote on the day of election.

Voting will take place on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2012between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.at the BIGGAR TOWN OFFICE, 202 - 3rd AVENUE WEST, BIGGAR, SK

Dated this 24th day of September, 2012.Barb Barteski,

Returning Of cer

“You need to re-invent yourself.”

“You have to offer something very unique.”

These are sentiments expressed by owners of corner stores in rural communities.

At one time The Corner Store was just that -- usually located on a corner in town (or the city) it carried a variety of products. Mostly staples such as bread and milk but sometimes you could come across treasures in giftware, greeting cards, and clothing. There were the junk food items like candy bars, pop and chips. In the summer it was the place to go for ice cream.

These mini corner markets thrived on the fact that people are forgetful and would need a carton of milk at 8 p.m. when all the other retail stores were closed. It was a great source for kids to spend their pocket money on treats and hockey cards and water guns. That was a time when stores closed at 5:30 and didn’t open again until the next morning.

Fast forward to the times we live in today. Big box stores changed all that. They were open longer hours, until 9 p.m. at least but some are open later. Then the drugstore and grocery store followed suit. Faced with stiff competition the corner store was on the brink of becoming extinct.

But, for some their entrepreneurial instincts shifted into high gear and they sought to re-invent themselves. Offering their customers

something unique that the big box centres cannot, many have survived the changes.

One owner added a coffee bar and deli area to his store. After all, who doesn’t like going for coffee and having a chit-chat with friends. Added to that there is always a supply of baking whether it be muffi ns or cookies or pies. The deli is popular during the lunch hour for those who choose to eat “healthier” food and want somewhere quiet for the hour. This owner estimates that the “restaurant” now accounts for 80 per cent of his business.

Still, another owner took a close look at her neighbourhood and discovered there were a number of “artsy” people living in the area. Not just artists but crafts people that produce a high quality product. She offered to sell these

in the store so now she has a great sampling of organic jams and honey, locally made soap and candles in addition to paintings and sculptures. She has targetted the tourist market as well a neighbourhood residents.

Still another caters to the morning crowd serving up bacon and eggs and toast with a twist. Check out this menu item: two poached eggs on an English muffi n with ham and creamy Hollandaise sauce. What a way to start your morning. And, the coffee is not your average cup of joe either.

The corner store is more than just a store. It is a place to gather, to share stories, to make memories. While the product line may change along with the landscape of the neighbourhood, here’s hoping the corner store will always remain a part of the makeup of your town.

NOTICE OF POLLPUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that:

1. A poll has been granted for the election of:

Mayor: Town of Biggar

Board Member: St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Separate School Division No. 20

2. Voting will take place on Wednesday, the 24th day of October, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the polling place listed below.

3. I will declare the result of the election at the Biggar Town Of ce on the 25th day of October, 2012, at the hour of 10:00 a.m.

Polling Place AddressBiggar New Horizons 117 - 3rd Avenue West, Biggar, SK

Dated this 24th day of September, 2012.Barb Barteski, Returning Of cer

The provincial government is eliminating the pari-mutuel tax it collects on horse racing wagers effective March 31, 2013.

“Eliminating this tax will allow the province’s horse racing industry to keep a larger portion of the revenues generated through wagers,” Minister responsible for Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Donna Harpauer said Wednesday. “These

Gov’t eliminates pari-mutuel tax on horse racing wagers

additional revenues will benefi t the tracks that hold live horse racing in the province.”

The pari-mutuel tax is a 10 per cent tax that is collected from each wager placed on horse racing in the province. The tax is applied to wagers made at Saskatchewan tracks and through wagering on horse races conducted outside of Saskatchewan. Last year, $857,000 in pari-mutuel tax was collected.

“Our organization

is pleased that the government has listened to our concerns by eliminating this tax,” Saskatoon Prairieland Park Corporation CEO (operators of Marquis Downs) Mark Regier said. “Horse racing has been a fi xture in Saskatoon for more than 40 years and the elimination of this tax creates a more positive business environment that will allow us to continue to provide exciting racing entertainment.”


Governor Vaughn Solomon Schofi eld presented the medals. Recipients at the 2 p.m. ceremonies: left to right, back row - His Worship Raymond Sadler, Victor Besse, Anita Silvernagle, Her Honour the Honourable Vaughn Solomon Schofi eld, Terry Fyson, Robert Mason, Donald Saunders, Lin Radchenko; front row - Auxiliary Constable Daina (Saunders) Lapworth, Alice Ellis, Doreen Wylie. Unable to attend was Jo Angelopoulos. (Photo by Ed Young)


by Bob MasonWe’ve been a part of this

province for so long that almost any Sask-wise thing catches our eye - and YT undivided attention too! (some original sentence, eh?

So when he unwrapped the big Saskatchewan Encyclopedia Barry and Cathy had given him for Christmas last year (and fi nding that Bob Mason wasn’t mentioned anywhere in it, he started to make a list of the entries that had somehow affected part of his debatable life.

Many readers lives have been touched by these people (often more than YT has!), but a hypocrite is still a hypocrite about these things, and YT has to be content to report only how they have affected his! We can’t all be famous, eh?

Lorne Dietrick: I suppose a fellow should remember more about this guy, but I

Northwestersdon’t think I’d know him if we met on the street! YT’s main association with Lorne was when he collected veterans to start the Matador Co-op Farm!

Right after the war the government had arranged to settle return-men somewhere, but many of us had no idea where it was to be. My brother Walt and I had been notifi ed that some land was being cleared at Smoky Burn and Connell Creek for us. We had been approached about this co-op farm deal by Dietrick, but a couple of the local ladies threw a monkey-wrench into any plans that we had about moving away!

They tell me that Dietrick made quite a career out of organizing co-ops, yet we had almost forgotten his name, until we saw it in that Big Book!

Pete Russell: The name Pete Russell was a familiar one around Biggar a few

years ago, because he married one of the mainland girls, and another one had married one of YT’s local friends - so we all knew him. YT met him a few times but that was many years ago!

Being the principal of a large school in Saskatoon, Pete had a wonderful opportunity to make a project out of getting his students to collect Saskatchewan place names and stories, which Mable and he published as “What’s in a Name” in 1968. Regardless of any criticisms (and there were a few!) Most of us knew that it was something that should have been written long ago!

The little local histories included (true or false) are what makes our provincial places more interesting - and goodness knows we need some of that! Mebbe we didn’t know these folks very well, but when we say their names in our huge book, we were sure proud to write this bit!

Some years ago, YT phoned a big politician in Regina.

“Hello Pete Russell,” sez the guy!

Of course he was wrong . . . sorry! Pete Russell was a high class educator, while Yours Truly was a very low class peasant, but he sure took that reply as a compliment, and felt proud

all over again!Steamboats on the River:

When Dad fi rst came west, he was contacted by a Mr. McArthur from Prince Albert, who owned a sawmill there, to establish a lumber yard on the North Saskatchewan river, south of Radisson.

The lumber yard was supplied by a steamboat that had a loaded scow fastened to each side of it, one of which was left for him to unload.

Dad often told us that the fi rst buildings in Radisson were built by lumber from that old yard. The railway was built past Radisson to Battleford in 1905, and of course the river was seldom used again by boats. Dad said he saw the skeleton of that old boat on a PA beach years later.

As soon as YT saw that article about “Steamboats on the River”, I thought of Dad, and wonder if any of us could fi nd that place anymore!

Wallace Stegner: When we went down to Cypress Hills a few years ago, we stopped at Eastend on the way home and had our picture taken in front of Wallace Stegner’s house! Stegner is the fellow who wrote that local history book “Wolf Willow”, that tells of that terrible winter of 1909 (Dad often talked about that “Winter of the

Blue Snow”).Of course YT wasn’t even

here at that time, but Dad (who was here!) said that when he snowshoed across the North Saskatchewan River, the snow, even with the prevailing northwest wind, was two feet deep in places!

A few years ago YT read that interesting book, and it sure gave a lot of reality to Dad’s report of that terrible winter. The year before, there had been fi ve big ranches in the area and they all counted on the range being cleared of snow every week for the cattle to graze, but during that winter the range never cleared once! Thousands of cattle starved to death or were frozen. Stegner wrote that the carcasses of cattle fl oated like leaves down the Frenchman River come spring.

When our descendants (yes, spelled with an “a”) see that photo of YT standing in front of Stegner’s house they are apt to wonder which one is the “historic” thing, eh?

Anne Szimulgalskit: I never got to know this lady very well either, although I think we were both founding members of the Saskatchewan Writers Guild in 1969! Yours Truly was kind of ‘laid up’ a the time and the only person whom I remember at

tht meeting, was Violet McNaughton from Harris!

Years later, a lady in a sack-cloth dress, asked YT if he would recite “The Pioneer” from the gazebo in the Bessborough Park, and I think it was her! Often we don’t realize how infl uential some people have been in organizing things - she looked so . . . ordinary!

Until I read that writeup about her in that Big Book, I sure didn’t know she had been so many places and done so many things - yet she still had time to talk to Yours Truly!

Bill Perehudoff: There is almost a ‘local boy makes good’ theme about this write-up. As a boy up in “Great Bend”, YT often took long walks way down the river hills, and clearly remembers that big square house silhouetted against the sky. Years later Bill Perehudoff illustrated a little book YT wrote, and it was then that YT found out that Bill had spent all his young life in that house, later to become one of Saskatchewan’s greatest artists. If one were to drive straight west of Langham (and stay on the south side of the river), they will realize how come . . .

Last year YT drove into the yard of that big square house, but no one was home . . . so he drove away wishing he was 16 again!

Medals presented ... Tuesday, October 9 was an exciting day for a number of residents from the Biggar area. They were presented with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Commemorative medal. Celebrations for the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty’s accession to the Throne were held at the Western Development Museum, a joint effort between Saskatoon-Rosetown-Biggar MP Kelly Block and Saskatoon-Blackstrap MP and Minister of State, Hon. Lynne Yelich. Her Honour the Honourable Lieutenant

In September: Biggar resident Katja Meszaros was presented with a medal at the ceremonies held on September 19 and hosted by Central Services Minister and Martensville MLA Nancy Heppner. (Website photo)

Evening recipients: Peggy L’Hoir was presented with her medal at the 7 p.m. ceremony on Tuesday. Medal recipient Cindy Weekes was unable to attend. Also at the evening celebrations there were two Biggar connections: Diane Boyko who is the Chairman of the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools and Chief Brian Bentley, husband of Myrna (Steeg) Bentley. (Photo by Peggy Hasein)

From Asquith: Ivan Hitchings of Asquith received a medal at the afternoon ceremony. (Photo by Ed Young) Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal

presented to area residents


Diamond Lodge News


2012 Municipal Elections

VOTER IDTh e 2012 Municipal Elections will be held

Wednesday, October 24, 2012Be sure to bring proper identifi cation when you come to vote!

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Happy Thanksgiving from the residents and staff at Diamond Lodge.

Monday was National Seniors Day. We planned a few extra things to make their day special. We started off with our usual exercises and played ball. The after-noon the residents gath-ered in the activity room and had a seniors’ tea. They were treated to tea, coffee and cookies.

Tuesday morning the residents got caught up on current events. After lunch we pulled out the bowling ball and had carpet bowling.

Wednesday was our monthly birthday party. We celebrated one birth-day and one anniversary. The one couple celebrated

73 years! What a special achievement. Country II did the entertaining and the Seventh Day Adventist Church was the catering group.

Thursday we stretched our limbs and did differ-ent types of exercises to keep us active. We played Bingo at 2:30. There were a lot of people there.

Friday we got ready for Barbecue Club and 10 residents got to enjoy hamburgers, hotdogs, sal-ad and cream puffs. We even had friend onions which had everyone’s mouths watering.

Saturday morning we played a version of bin-go called Home Sweet Home Bingo. This bingo has different pictures of antiques that we might

have had years ago. The Saturday matinee this week was “The Horse Whisperer.” The residents got to enjoy popcorn and cheese puffs.

Sunday morning the residents were ready to fold towels like every morning after breakfast. The ladies had mani-cures and listened to old time music. For dinner everyone enjoyed a deli-cious turkey. The Sunday Service was conducted by the Arelee Menno-nite Church. Family and friends also made appear-ances this weekend to celebrate Thanksgiving with their loved ones.

That is all from us this week. Take care and en-joy being outside for as much time as we can!

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NOTICE OF ADVANCE VOTERural Municipality of Biggar No. 347

Municipal Elections 2012

Public notice is hereby given that the council has made provision for advance voting for the bene t of quali ed voters who have reasons to believe that they will be necessarily absent from their places of residence on election day.Advance voting will take place on Friday, the 19th day of October, 2012 between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at 201 - 2nd Avenue West, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0Dated this 4th day of October, 2012.

Adrienne Urban, Returning Of cer

NOTICE OF VOTERural Municipality of Biggar No. 347

Municipal Elections 2012

Public notice is hereby given that:

1) a vote will be held for the election of a Reeve for the Rural Municipality;

2) the vote will take place on Wednesday, the 24th day of October, 2012, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at:

REEVE, POLL at: 201 - 2nd Avenue West, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

3) I will declare the result of the voting at 201 - 2nd Avenue West, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 on Wednesday, the 24th day of October, 2012 at the hour of 9:00 p.m.

Dated this 4th day of October, 2012.Adrienne Urban,

Returning Of cer

Fortnightly met at the museum for the new season on October 1. President Loreen Grondin welcomed the ladies.

A lengthy discussion was held on the location of the club meetings.

by Kim FickEveryone enjoyed a

nice short week back following our long weekend. The Best Bunch Pizza Party was a success, and our elementary students were busy learning all about Fire Prevention this week. The local fi re department was at the school on Tuesday, teaching BCS 2000 and St. Gab’s students how to protect themselves and have a plan in case of fi re. It was great to have some of our own students that volunteer for the fi re department teaching our students that day. Great job Justin Isinger, Jared McLeod, and Prairie Dawn Parney! The Shriners were also in our school on Thursday to teach our students about burn prevention. We always enjoy having

presenters from outside our building come in to teach our students.

Our elementary end has been bustling with the beginning of our Homework/Math Challenge Club after schools. Also, the Pee Wee volleyball for students in Grades 4-6 started last week, and over 20 students have been participating.

This week, we will be having a BCS School Showcase evening on Thursday, Oct. 18. See the advertisement in this week’s paper for more information. Please come on out to check out what is happening at BCS 2000!

With Trustworthiness as our Character Pillar of the month, here are some ideas on how parents can help their children gain an understanding

on what it means to be trustworthy:• Explain to preschoolers what it means to be trustworthy. R e a d books or tell stories that emphasize the characteristics of trustworthiness• Watch movies that have characters in situations of losing or gaining trustworthy qualities.• Talk to them about situations where being trustworthy is important• Talk with your child about their friends and trustworthiness.• Use examples when you were a child, or things your children have done that have shown examples of being trustworthy.

Have a great week everyone!

The museum will be closed on Mondays. The decision will be made after the next meeting at the Westwinds on Oct. 15.

The program will be presented by Joanne Lobdell and Carole

East. Lunch provided by Bonnie Augustin.

The ladies then enjoyed a happy tea hour. Secretary Tillie Zimmer was thanked for her work on the project.

BCS2000 PrPrincipal’s report

Fortnightlyby Alice Ellis

The province is using innovative technology as part of lean process improvements to enhance patient access to hospital services in Regina and Saskatoon.

New bed-management software being implemented in Saskatchewan’s two largest centres will help reduce congestion in hospitals and improve access to inpatient services. The software is expected to help reduce surgical wait times, and encourage better fl ow through clogged emergency rooms.

The new tool will enable hospitals in Saskatoon and Regina to track inpatient needs in real time, matching patient needs

Information system chosen to streamline fl ow of patients during hospital visits

with bed availability and automatically notifying staff when rooms need to be cleaned for a new patient. The procurement process undertaken will allow hospitals in other Saskatchewan communities to implement the bed management as they become ready to install it in the future. This same approach to improve patient care has been successful in other provinces and the United States.

“This software will increase hospitals’ capacity to serve patients promptly,” Health Minister Dustin Duncan said Tuesday. “This is one strategy, along with lean and others, that are being taken to address bed fl ow

and availability. Each day, our hospitals will be able to admit more patients for surgeries and other procedures, and relieve some of the pressure in emergency departments that get congested with patients waiting for a room. We anticipate this will be another mechanism to help us achieve our Saskatchewan Surgical Initiative goal of no patient waiting longer than three months for surgery by 2014.”

“This is a powerful tool, using real-time information to help us get the right patient in the right bed for the right level of care at the right time,” Saskatoon Health Region Vice-President of Integrated Health

Services Sandra Blevins said.

“We are looking forward to being better able to anticipate and respond to the needs of hospital inpatients,” Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region Vice President of Clinical Support Sue Neville said. “Like an air traffi c control centre, this system offers a more complete picture of which patients are

waiting and where the most appropriate beds for them are. This will help our region to serve patients in a more effi cient manner, thus improving their experience at our facilities.”

Crown corporation eHealth Saskatchewan negotiated the $2.5 million provincial licensing of patient fl ow software from U.S.-based Allscripts

Healthcare Solutions Inc. Annual costs for the information system will be about $500,000 a year.

“Various partners in our health system are increasingly acting together to improve patient care and make more effi cient use of our resources,” eHealth Saskatchewan CEO Susan Antosh said.

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 9 MONDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2012

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL(Sections 56 and 58 of the Act)

Whereas a poll is not required pursuant to The Local Government Election Act for the of ce of:Board of Education Members: Sun West School Division No. 207

Subdivision No. 1 (Eatonia, Eston, Marengo) - Number to be elected: 1Subdivision No. 2 (Coleville, Plenty, D’Arcy) - Number to be elected: 1

Subdivision No. 3 (Biggar, Landis) - Number to be elected: 1Subdivision No. 4 (Dinsmore, Harris) - Number to be elected: 1

Subdivision No. 5 (Beechy, Elrose, Kyle, Lucky Lake) - Number to be elected: 1Subdivision No. 7 (Town of Outlook) - Number to be elected: 1

Subdivision No. 8 (Town of Rosetown) - Number to be elected: 1Town of Kindersley - Number to be elected: 2 at large

I hereby give public notice that no voting for the said of ce will take place and that the following persons are elected by acclamation:

Subdivision No. 1 - Margaret IrwinSubdivision No. 2 - no candidateSubdivision No. 3 - Karen IttermanSubdivision No. 4 - Connie BaileySubdivision No. 5 - Scott SanerSubdivision No. 7 - Catherine MorrowSubdivision No. 8 - Barbara CowellTown of Kindersley - Ruth Grif thTown of Kindersley - no candidate

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Report from the Legislature

by Randy Weekes, MLA, Biggar(4 October, 2012)The Saskatchewan Ad-vantageThe Saskatchewan Ad-vantage is about ensur-ing people and businesses have the tools they need to keep our province mov-ing forward.

On September 28, our government announced that we had asked for, and received, an exten-sion from the federal gov-ernment to their deadline for returning spectrum (frequency).

Industry Canada ’s changes affect SaskTel’s ability to provide fixed wireless Internet service to approximately 8,000 people in rural Saskatch-ewan. Those changes were supposed to come into ef-fect this year; under our extension, SaskTel will have until March 31, 2014 to assist customers in transitioning to new service options. SaskTel is committed to providing customers with compa-rable or better services to what they presently have, and will continue to invest in technology that can better serve the needs of rural Saskatch-ewan. SaskTel will also be closely communicat-ing with those customers affected over the next fi fteen months.

Our government kept another promise this week when we announced the new Senior Home Se-curity Program. Under this program, seniors who qualify can get a free home safety assessment to determine their secu-rity needs, which could lead to the installation, at no charge, of deadbolts, door viewers, smoke and

carbon dioxide alarms and batteries for those alarms.

In order to qualify, you must be 65 or older and have annual household net incomes of $35,000 or less or have been the vic-tim of a break and enter or home invasion.

The timing could not have been better. With the release of our govern-ment’s new growth plan just around the corner, we have learned that between July of 2011 and July of 2012, the prov-

ince’s population grew by 22,000 people.

That is the fastest rate of year-over-year growth in more than 90 years.

As of July 1, 2012, there are 1,079,958 people liv-ing in Saskatchewan. In the coming weeks our government will release a growth plan designed to ensure that are both meeting the challeng-es and opportunities of growth in the years ahead.

Your Saskatchewan Party government con-

tinues to ensure society’s most vulnerable citizens benefit from the Sas-katchewan Advantage.

On December 1, 2012, the minimum wage in Saskatchewan will in-crease to $10 per hour. When we first formed government in 2007, the minimum wage was only $7.95. When you com-bine the increases to the minimum wage with the significant tax cuts for lower-income earners im-plemented by our govern-ment, our province will

have one of the highest rates of take-home pay in Canada for low-income earners.

That’s the Saskatch-ewan Advantage.

The recently announced move to eliminate licence plate stickers will allow us to redirect an esti-mated $100,000 per year to support traffi c safety enforcement technology, such as Automatic Li-

cence Plate Recognition (ALPR) equipment. The stickers are no longer used to indicate valid vehicle registration, so they don’t really serve a purpose anymore. This change comes into effect November 1, 2012.

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

Canada’s Environment Minister, the Honour-able Peter Kent, and Senator Michel Rivard announced that the Gov-ernment of Canada has launched Phase II of the Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan.

“The Harper govern-ment’s top priority is jobs, growth and long-term prosperity. Phase II of our government’s Fed-eral Contaminated Sites Action Plan is expect-ed to create 7,300 jobs in waste management and remediation across Canada, an equivalent of about 1,500 full-time jobs per year,” said Kent, October 4. “This is anoth-er way we are working towards a cleaner and healthier environment, while creating jobs and growing the Canadian economy.”

The Federal Contami-nated Sites Action Plan also supports skills de-

Government launches Phase II of contaminated sites cleanup plan

velopment, training, and employment of Canadi-ans, including Aboriginal communities and others who live in northern and rural areas.

The $1 billion over three years (through to 2014) investment is earmarked primarily for remediation activities at approximately 1,100 contaminated sites, as well as the assessment of about 1,650 sites.

“Canada’s National War Museum is a prime example of what can be done when contami-nated land is managed properly,” said Rivard. “Before construction, the land at the location of the museum was considered to be a contaminated site. Now it is the cher-ished home of Canada’s military history.”

The second phase of the Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan focuses

on the remediation of highest priority sites under federal responsi-bility.

“Our past has made us what we are today but some of those past prac-tices have had harmful effects on the environ-ment”, added Kent. “Our government is commit-ted to addressing those effects and ensuring our environment is protected for all future genera-tions.”

Created in 2004-05 as a 15-year program with a funding commitment of $3.5 billion from the Government of Canada, the Federal Contaminat-ed Sites Action Plan is now in its second phase and will continue to the year 2020.

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Thursday, October 186:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Come CHECK OUT the curricular and extra-curricular displays that showcase

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Agricultureby Calvin DanielsClimbing into the cab of tractors which seem to be getting bigger and big-ger with each generation of a brand has be-come the way of farming.Today’s farm

power sources look as much like military tanks as they do farm trac-tors, especially those which ride over the fi eld on tracks rather than rubber tires.The farm behemoths are

integral to farming, or are they?Certainly farmers need a

power source to pull cul-tivators, seeding equip-ment, farm grain carts and other equipment around the fi eld.And the long-term trend

iTractor? Robot machinery negates need for skilled workers

in farming has been to every larger-scale equip-ment.Part of that push has

c o m e f r o m f a r m e r s themselves who want to cover more acres per hour in the tractor seat.And that de-

sire has be-come keener as it has be-come more and more dif-ficult to find

farm workers. When an operator gets a worker on a tractor he wants to cover maximum acres and that means large scale.But as farm equipment

has evolved so too has the computer technol-ogy incorporated into the tractors.

Computers now moni-tor most operations, and with global positioning technology tractors can operate without an op-erator, at least in theory.And that theory now

appears about to become reality.Autonomous Tractor

Corp. (ATC) in Fargo, and the Automation Research Corp. in Minneapolis have teamed to develop

The Spirit Autonomous Tractor. The unit uses two diesel engines to power four electric mo-tors, which drive twin rubber tracks.But it’s not the electric

motors or rubber tracks which make the trac-tor so exciting. It is the fact it does not need an operator.Farmers have found it

increasingly diffi cult to

find reliable, qualified, workers. It’s a tough com-bination fi nding someone willing to work the long hours required at peak farm times (in particular seeding and harvest), and also has the ability to work with the increas-ing technology of big farm equipment.The Spirit will alleviate

that demand for opera-tors.

The Spirit, which will utilize a series of on farm towers to control opera-tion, rather than stan-dard GPS satellites, is supposed to go into pro-duction in spring of 2013. It will be a major step forward in technology on the farm, and is likely to herald in a dramatic shift in how we look at farm power as we move forward.

Hosts telephone farmer meeting October 17Western Canadian farm-ers have less than three weeks to commit their grain to CWB’s Harvest Pool, which closes Oc-tober 31. There are no longer any subsequent “Series” contracts run-ning through the winter, due to market changes.

“Farmers need to be aware that pool sign-up

Farmers facing last chance to pool grain: market changes, says CWB

deadlines are much dif-ferent this year,” CWB president and CEO Ian White said. “In the new grain-marketing environ-ment, sign-up to CWB pool contracts must be completed by the end of October.”

High farmer demand anticipated for the Har-vest Pool means available space must be fi lled on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served

basis. White said farmers should ensure their ac-cess to the pool by signing up as soon as possible, given that 80 per cent of producers have indicated a desire to contract at least part of their 2012 production to a CWB pool. The CWB’s short-er Early Delivery Pool closed October 2 with higher-than-expected farmer participation for

wheat contracts.Participating in the pool

gives farmers guaranteed delivery access within the pool period, without the uncertainty of waiting for an acceptable cash bid for the grain they want to market.

“Pooling is a simple and effective risk-manage-ment tool for farmers,” White said. “We know how to market their grain. We have relation-ships with customers around the world. We monitor prices, futures markets and basis values every day, searching for the best possible opportu-nities to sell for the high-est overall returns. With pooling, farmers keep all the additional revenue we earn throughout the year - it doesn’t end at the elevator.”

White also announced that he will host a tele-phone meeting on Octo-ber 17 to answer farmers’ questions and further ex-plain the new CWB busi-ness model. Past calls have been very popular, with more than 2,500 farmers participating in one held in early Sep-tember.

Selling the Crown cor-poration that maintains personal information is a ludicrous idea, accord-ing to the NDP, which called on the Sask Party government, Thursday, to quickly abandon any

NDP opposes potential sale of ISC Crown

plans it has to sell Infor-mation Services Corpora-tion (ISC).

It was revealed, the NDP say, that the Sask Party government is considering selling the Crown.

“This is a profitable Crown that has a primary function of protecting the information that is vital to the public,” said Cathy Sproule, NDP critic for ISC. “The Sask Party is letting its ideology trump basic common sense by even considering a sale of this sensitive asset.”

The Sask Party prom-ised during the 2011

provincial election not to privatize Crown cor-porations.

“Selling the Crowns is not what the Sask Party promised and not what people voted for,” said Sproule.

Taxpayers benefi t from ISC because it has turned a profi t for several consec-utive years. The Crown is responsible for informa-tion and documentation relating to vital statistics, personal property, land, Crown land, corporations and legal surveys, some of which are valuable and historic public docu-ments.

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C o m m u n i c a t i o n s spending by government was down by more than $5 million or 32 per cent in the 2011-12 election year compared to the previous election year of 2007-08.

Volume 2 of the Public Accounts was released Thursday by the Ministry of Finance. It shows that the government spent $11.5 million on communications in 2011-12 compared to $16.9 million in 2007-08. This is due, in part, to a new law introduced shortly after the 2007 election restricting the amount of government advertising in the months leading up to a provincial election.

C o m m u n i c a t i o n s spending is down nearly $17 million or 27 per cent in the current government’s fi rst term of offi ce compared to the previous government’s last term of offi ce. C o m m u n i c a t i o n s spending from 2008-09

Government cuts communications spending in election year

to 2011-12 was $44.9 million compared to $61.6 million in the years 2004-05 to 2007-08.

While communications spending was up about $1 million in 2011-12 compared to the previous year, the increase is due to spending by the Chief Electoral Offi ce to promote the provincial election. The Chief Electoral Offi ce spent $1.5 million on communications in the election year compared

to just $105,000 in the previous year.

Spending on ministerial travel was $457,000 in 2011-12, down more than $100,000 from the previous year and down more than $500,000 since the previous government’s last full year in offi ce.

Volume 2 of the 2011-2012 Public Accounts is available on the Ministry of Finance Web site at fi nance.gov.sk.ca/public-accounts/.

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plantingplanting, pruning & puttering . . .by Delta Fayby Delta Fay Cruickshank of The Independent

The bully is back!He was really missed

last year. It was exciting to see him back, albeit, he does terrorize the smaller birds at the feeder!

I am talking about the majestic blue jay. I didn’t see one last fall and winter, and, you know, I missed the brilliant blue against the snow.

I saw one last week in the Manchurian Cherry bush, nibbling on the fruit. I had to stop a tele-phone conversation to exclaim, “I just saw a blue jay!” The friend on the other end was as excited as I was to welcome back this noisy bully and yet, beautiful bird!

I like to call the blue bird the thug at the feed-er! Usually there will be a pair that will fl y in to chase away all the other smaller birds, then, with an almighty squawk, will declare the feeder theirs. Then they will proceed to fl ing sunfl ower seeds to the ground, gouge on what is left, and with more loud squawking, will abandoned their conquest, and on to an-other food source! The smaller birds do return, cautiously.

As with all birds and animals, people who have made their homes in the forests, equate many fa-bles and symbols to the blue jay. Seeing a blue jay is a sign that you need to be tough! Stand up for yourself will be the lesson for the day if one sees a blue jay. And, as I said, they are tough! I have read where they will mimic hawk calls as a way to lure these pred-ators away from their nests!

The Sioux people be-lieved that because of their blue colour against the blue of the sky it was

a double vision! This vi-sion spoke of purity of soul, truth of the heart and clarity of thought! The blue jay is seen as being very watchful and busy, protective of their nests and their mates. A blue jay mates for life! The presence of the blue jay in your garden is a symbol for one to hon-our long-lasting bonds between friends, family and lovers!

Keep your eyes and ears open for the pres-ence of the blue jay, put out some sunfl ower seeds, or better still, peanuts for these nut-loving birds. Honour their beauty and strength and laugh at their bully tactics at the feeder!

Fall is here now. There has been some snow in the air, the nights are cooler and frost on the ground in the morning. One of the most wonderful signs of a change in the weather are the Northern Lights! I saw them last week, the fi rst night of a really heavy frost! They were so green and bright, the dog barked at them! I wonder if she could hear them crackling? I didn’t,

but was so enchanted by them. It was a wonderful vision to end a season, and to begin a new one!

Now, lawn raking and winterizing begins in earnest! And planting the spring bulbs! I got 120 more tulips planted! I believe if one is to plant tulips, start with a hun-dred, at least! I did my

It is time to welcome back the majestic blue jay! In many cultures, seeing a blue jay means good luck, this big bird is actually a member of the crow family! A bit of a thug at the feeder, they will scare away the smaller birds whilst making loud squawking noises! Their beauty is in their colour. (Photos from google/im-ages.com)

Have you planted your tulips yet? Now is the time to get the bulbs snuggled into the ground, ready to do their growing, to bring on springs brilliant colours. Protect them from winter’s drying by using a mulch!

best to create a loose bed of rich soil, dug them down deep enough, wa-tered them well, and will mulch the area with the leaves I rake off the lawn! I have done the best I can, and trust that there will be another colourful dis-play of tulips come June and July!

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Sports & Recreation

The Biggar Barracuda Swim Club (BBSC) had a fantastic season.

There were a total of 44 swimmers registered this past season with a handful of swimmers swimming competitively throughout the season.

This year, the BBSC sent nine swimmers to the combined Semi and Finals meet in Regina. We are proud to say that it was a success for our swimmers. Congratu-lations to Bailey Seidl, Edyn Keith, Kelley Knox, Tiara Keith, Rayel Mar-tin, Wyatt Aman, Raeann Gidluck, Hayden McMa-hon and Tara Gidluck.

Bailey Seidl (15-17 female) captured gold medals in her fi ve indi-vidual events (100 fly, 100 breast, 100 free, 100 back, and 200 IM) as well as two golds and a silver medal in relay events. Bailey also won the North Semi Finals Aggregate Gold Medal.

Edyn Keith (15-17 fe-

male) captured a silver medal in the 100 breast and silver in the 50 free as well as two bronze medals in relay events.

Kelley Knox (15-17 fe-male) received a bronze medal in the 50 free and a gold, silver and bronze in relays.

Tiara Keith (13-14 fe-male) secured a silver medal in the 100 fl y as well as a silver and three bronze medals in relay events.

Rayel Martin (11-12 female) came home with two silver relay medals.

Tara Gidluck (7-8 fe-male) received two bronze relay medals.

Hayden McMahon (7-8 male) brought home two silver relay medals.

Also, our club would like to recognize Bailey Seidl - she has offi cially recaptured a provincial record. Bailey beat her standing record in the 15-17 female 50m Butterfl y. Bailey’s new record time is 33.09s. Great work

Following the District Cross Country Meet held in Eston Thursday, Octo-ber 4, all nine eligible Big-gar Central School 2000 runners from the Blazing Saints Cross Country team qualified to compete at the Provincial meet to be held Saturday, October 13 at Echo Valley Provincial Park.

The Blazer contingent of the Blazing Saints had a very successful showing

by Karen McPherson Tuesday, October 2MHS -- John Hammond, 206; LHS -- Donna Fos-ter, 208; MHT -- John Hammond, 565; LHT -- Donna Foster, 454.New Horizons, Oct. 2,MHS -- Bill Roach, 234;

Barracudas wrap up triumphant seasonBailey - we are all very proud of you!

This year we held our annual year end bar-becue and awards on August 20 at the Big-gar Aquatic Centre. It turned out to be a fabu-lous night and almost all of our swimmers and swim families were in at-tendance. We would like to recognize the achieve-ments of the swimmers this year. There was so much improvement in all of our swimmers!!

The trophies were handed out to the fol-lowing:

7-8 Girls - Tara Gidluck; 7-8 Boys - Hayden McMa-hon; 9-10 Girls - Gillian Massie; 9-10 Boys - Wyatt Aman; 11-12 Girls - Rayel Martin; 11-12 Boys - Em-mett Keith; 13-14 Girls- Tiara Keith; 15-17 Girls - Bailey Seidl.

Most Improved - Rayel Martin; Most Dedicated Junior Swimmer - Raeann Gidluck; Most Dedicated Senior Swimmer - Bailey

Blazing Saints off to Provincial meet

at the District meet with Tiara Keith and Liam Boyle capturing the Dis-trict medal in the Midget category while Emmett Keith captured the Dis-trict medal in the Bantam division, and Edyn Keith and Nicholas Garchinski placed second in the Senior category. Further Jaeda Hoppe placed fourth, Jen-na Boisvert was sixth, Bai-ley Seidl, seventh, Prairie Dawn Parney, 10th, and

Czarina Catambing, 11th. Congratulations to all

the Blazing Saints for an-other very successful meet and terrifi c season! Your hard work and dedication to your sport is amazing.

The District meet con-cludes the season for run-ners in the Pee Wee and Bantam divisions while those going on to Provin-cials will have practice resuming on Tuesday.

Seidl; Most Promising Girl - Kalin Harrabek; Most Promising Boy - Casey Ives; Most Sports-manlike - Kelley Knox/Hayden McMahon.

Coach, Kris Doering, and two of our swimmers, Tiara Keith and Rayel Martin were selected for the 2012 Saskatch-ewan Summer Games in Meadow Lake. The Rivers West swim team was very successful at the games. Tiara Keith came away with two silver medals

and two bronze. The 14-year-old swam her way to silver medals in the 4x100 medley relay and 4x50 medley relay, add-ing bronze medals in the 4x50 free relay as well as the 100 fl y individu-al event. Rayel Martin brought home a bronze medal in the 4x50 free relay.

We are very fortunate to have athletes that qualified to attend the games as well as our

coach, Kris, who volun-teered her time to coach and chaperone the swim-mers from our district. In addition to doing a great job of coaching, Kris had the honours of staying in the dorm to chaperone the female swimmers in a hot classroom en-during sleepless nights with no air conditioning and approximately 25 other noisy athletes and coaches in one room!

Alley Katz bowling resultsLHS -- June Hoppe, 172; MHT -- Bill Roach, 579; LHT -- June Hoppe, 429.YBC, Wednesday, Oct. 3MHS -- Tristan Cir-rico, 167; LHS -- Jaden Rewsby, 169. MHT -- Tristan Cirrico, 387;

LHS -- Jaden Rewsby, 412.Thursday Oct. 4,MHS -- Geoff Cooke, 271; LHS -- June Hoppe, 196; MHT -- Geoff Cooke, 666; LHT -- June Hoppe, 531.

Volley battle . . . St. Gabriel School Saint, Rachel Diehl battles with a BCS Blazer, Wednesday in junior volleyball action. The Saints lost the contest, but played a hard-fought game. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Bailey Seidl semi aggregate award.

Barracuda swimmers pose underwater prior to Provincial competition.

Biggar Barracuda Swim Club (Submitted photos)


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by Gary Boyle, The Royal Astronomical Society of CanadaBrightest Comet in Hu-man History? (Part 2)We are now on Alpheratz playing third base.

Although it is consid-ered part of the Great Square Alpheratz is also

The Sky This Month - October 2012part of Andromeda. Its two official names are Alpha Andromeda and Delta Pegasi.

Either way you refer to it, Alpheratz is a class B8 subgiant star with a surface temperature of 13,000 Kelvins or more than twice that of the

by Gisela Yaroshko, Sec-retary/Treasurer

The Biggar branch of the SWF held its first meeting after our sum-mer break on Tuesday the 13th of October, with 14 members attending.

There was a moment of silence for long-time member John Yaroshko, who passed away on July 28.

John was a strong sup-porter of the BWF and was an active member, attending almost every meeting for many years.

Membership chairman, Wayne Y, reported that so far for this year, 2012, we have a total of 388 mem-bers. The membership cards for 2013 will be available for distribution to the salesmen at the next meeting. John Y was one of the top salesmen for BWF memberships and his members’ names will be redistributed to other salesmen.

Gary M, membership sales for the Bear Hills gun range, reported that there are 83 members to date.

Fisheries chairman, Larry T, reported that the grass has been cut at the trout pond and that many residents of Big-gar and the RM, enjoyed catching trout all sum-mer. The two windmills purchased for the trout pond for aeration will be installed on Saturday, October 20.

Some Big Game heads are already being turned in for measuring for the 2012 season. Contact

Sun. At a distance of only 97 lights years, Alpher-atz has a spectroscopic binary that is so close, it cannot be seen optically. This companion swings around the mother star every 96.7 days rivalling the planet Mercury’s 88 days.

One and a half degrees past Alpheratz are the fi rst two galaxies of the NGC catalogue. NGC 1 and 2 are a very close pair located about 206 million and 304 million light years respectively. At this great distance, NGC 1 still measures 2.2

X 1.8 arc minutes while NGC 2 is a smaller and fainter, As you run past home plate you might come across UGC 119 but with diffi culty. This smudge can be spotted only three quarters of a degree past the mag-nitude 2.8 blue hot star named Algenib.

As mentioned previ-ously [last issue] C/2012 S1 will be a news item a year from now but C/2011 L4 (Panstarrs) might be a great naked eye target in March of 2013. For now, the comet is at magnitude 13.0 but the predicted magnitude of 0.5 is what the profes-sionals are calling for. Stay tuned for further developments.

Saturn and Mars are now difficult or impos-sible to observe in the west right after sunset. Jupiter is now the planet of the night as it rises at 10 p.m. local time on the 1st and by 8 p.m. by

month’s end. One day later Jupiter is 0.9 de-grees from the Moon and undergoes an occulta-tion for those living in the southern hemisphere such as Australia and the South Pacifi c.

The planet Venus is now sinking lower to the eastern horizon and is a mere 0.1 degrees south of Regulus on the morning of the 3rd. From the Sunday morning the 14th and for the next two weeks, look for the zodia-cal lights before sunrise.

There will be a weak meteor shower slated for the night of the 20th. The Orionids will produce a weak display of only 20 per hour but at least the moon will interfere. This month’s full Hunter’s Moon will occur on Octo-ber 29 at 15:49 EDT. The new moon will occur on the 15th at 8:02 EDT.

Until next month, clear skies everyone.

Biggar Wildlife Federation news - October 2012

Milo H at 948-2045 or Jim V at 948-4393.

As the Bear Hills Range is now part of the BWF, Mike P will act as Gun Range Chairman. Gary M will continue to deal with gun range member-ships and treasurers du-ties are being transferred to BWF secretary/trea-surer. A representative of the Cowboy Shooters group will be attending the BWF meetings.

Hide bins will be set out at the beginning

of November. Hunters were reminded that the bins are for hides only and heads, legs et cetera must be disposed of else-where.

It was reported that the fall Regional Meeting of the wildlife branches in Region 5, is being held in Kindersley on Sunday, Oct. 14 at the Kindersley Inn. Delegates include Wayne Y, Gisela Y and Milo H.

The 2013 SWF Conven-

tion is being held on Feb. 14 - 16 at the Saskatoon Inn in Saskatoon. So far delegates are Jim V and Milo H. Other members have a few months to de-cide if they wish to attend as delegates.

It was reported that many tribute donations were received by the BWF from friends and relatives of John Y in lieu of fl owers as per his wishes.


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Landis Locals Helen Buxton 658-2115

Playschool has been going now for a couple of weeks, under the cheer-ful guidance of Cindy Gillespie. There are fi ve students, Myla Huber, Katie Kolenosky, Cacey Toner, Ethan Keller and Tyson Snedden. They have a room in the Landis School.

Many friends and rela-tives of Mallory Sittler met at Landis complex last Saturday to honour her with a bridal show-er. She will marry Andy Scott in Leipzig Church in November, and they will make their home here in Landis.

I wish to extend sympa-thy of the community to Emilie and John Bayet, and family on the recent passing of Emilie’s father. He had lived to celebrate his 100th birthday, and was active and alert to the end of his life. A great achievement.

Many families had rela-

tives visiting over the Thanksgiving weekend. One family that I know of is Cheryl Gorski and her two children, who came from Athabasca, Alberta to see Grandma Manns. The weather was wonderful, as it has been for weeks. This week it has turned much cooler; in fact, we are getting some snow today. So far, it is melting when it hits the ground.

There are still a few farmers who have not completed the harvest, and many others busy putting up feed, getting cattle home from summer pasture, and generally getting ready for winter.

A big thank you to all the generous people who have been sharing their garden produce with those of us who do not have gardens of our own. Those fresh homegrown veggies are so good!

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Perdue Bowl report

As I write, it’s a beauti-ful sunny morning! Cool but clear and bright - per-fect for Thanksgiving!

Last, but by no means least, family visitors came to Perdue and to visit Audrey and Gregg Mason were Ken and Melody of Regina. They arrived Friday night and soon had supper perk-ing! The next morning,

Club 55: MHS, Bob Lemon, 222; LHS, Kay Munro, 220; MHT, Bob Lemon, 509; LHT, Kay Munro, 596; THS, Hope-fuls, 1,110; THT, Aches and Pains, 3,250; MHA, Bob Lemon, 180; LHA, Kay Munro, 170.Ladies: LHS, Dorrie Lab-erswieler, 209; LHT, Dor-rie Laberswieler, 595; THS, Bleepers, 1,043; THT, Bleepers, 3,085; LHA, Dorrie Laberswiel-er, 185.Mens: MHS, Bob Lemon, 254; MHT, Curtis Watson, 558; THS, Tri Hards, 826;

Melody drove Ken to a meeting north of Saska-toon. Then she returned for a work visit, leaving at 4:30 p.m. to join him for supper.

The next morning they left for their cabin at Preeceville. It is coming along nicely and the end is in sight. Work will end in October when they’ll return to Regina.

THT, Tri Hards, 2,189; MHA, Curtis Watson, 196.Mixed: MHS, Dennis Notschke, 204; LHS, Joan Edmison, 146; MHT, Dave Curtiss, 516; LHT, Joyce Broeckel, 395; THS; Smi-lin’ 5, 1,265; THT; Smilin’ 5 3,303; MHA; Dennis Notschke, 192; LHA; Joey Levitt, 185.YBC: Bowlasaurus: Lin-den Pavloff, 46. Junior Bantams: HS, Cadence Watson, 87. Bantam; Dawson Mantie, 112. Ju-niors; Brayden Wilkin-son, 200.

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Fall chill, Harvest chili . . . A full St. Gabriel School gymnasium came out Thursday evening for the annual Family Night Celebration. Everyone was treated to a chili supper, followed by a special concert featuring acappella group, Hoja. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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Principals Messageby Crystal Klassen

It is good to be back at school.

Last week I took three of our students to CSLC in Weyburn. This is the National Student Leadership Conference for student leaders and their advisors across Canada. There were over 700 students and about 200 student advisors. A great time was had by everyone.

Regan Sittler who attended was very impressed with an activity called ‘The Journey’. Everyone was divided into groups of 10. You were put with 10 strangers and quickly learned how to work as a team in order to complete the challenges given. Regan realized that you need others to help achieve your goal. One of the speakers was Phil Boyte who talked about being able to share your life story with people without fear. It is important for people to connect and build trust.

Matthew Martin enjoyed the speakers. He learned how to approach people without fearing rejection. There was a multi-media presentation called ‘Live Differently’. You heard that you can’t judge people by the surface you need to get to know them.

My time at the leadership conference

Landis School newsletterwas absolutely incredible! I’ve met so many different people from so many different places and became great friends with all of them. I have also learned about myself and my skills as well as how I can better myself as a leader. Another thing that I will take away from this is how to communicate and work as a team with people that have differ-ent personalities. All the speakers were really inspirational and I’m excited to bring all of my new knowledge back to my school as well as new ideas for the SLC!

As you can see the students are excited to share their knowledge with the rest of the school and their community.

Spencer West, one of the speakers for Free

the Children, was in Saskatoon on Tuesday night. Kaylee Thomas, Regan Sittler and Hailey Beckett were lucky enough to attend his presentation.

Hailey said Spencer was inspirational, funny and awesome. Spencer told us to support all people, no matter their beliefs or lifestyle. He really motivated us to do what we love and not give up. Regan stated, he instantly connected to the audience. One thing Regan takes away is not to be afraid to do what you want and to be yourself. Kaylee was exceptionally excited as she will be traveling with Spencer West and about 20 students from across Canada on a 21-day trip to Kenya next summer. Their goal is

to build a school. Kaylee learned that the greatest leaders are those that ask for help rather than doing it on their own. The highlight was being able to meet with Spencer who was proud to hear that the three of them are involved in making a change. Spencer encourages us to “redefi ne our possible” and not let others ideas stop our dreams and desire to change the world.

He left us with the following quote by Dr. Seuss: “Today is your day your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!”Leadership conference in Weyburn

Last week we promised you an article talking about the Student Leadership Conference in Weyburn!

Ms. Klassen, Regan Sittler, Matthew Martin, and Kaylee Thomas all attended. We have chosen to interview them about their experience. We asked Regan who his favourite motivational speaker was. He said that Mark Schareborich was old and funny and connected well with the

audience. We asked if he would go to another Student Leadership Conference, and he said he would because of all the people that you meet. It is a great experience.

They didn’t have a chance to go sightseeing, there was too much to do at the conference! Regan said he was there to learn how to become a better leader and motivate others! Great answer! We also asked how long they were there and Regan said from

September 24-30.Matthew’s favorite

motivational speaker at the conference was Phil Boydie. He said he would love to go back to another Leadership Conference. Matthew said that while he was there he learned how to talk in big crowds.

Next week, Matthew, Regan, and Kaylee will be teaching the school some of the activities that they learned at the conference in Weyburn!

Kaylee Thomas, Regan Sittler and Hailey Beckett with Spencer West. (Submitted photos)

Landis students attend Student Leadership Conference in Weyburn.

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SersonOctober 6, 1937 -

October 19, 2007

“As time goes

by without you

And days turn into years

Th ey hold a

million memories

And a thousand silent tears

To us you were special

What more is there to say

Except our love for you

Grows more

precious every day.”

Lovingly remembered

and sadly missed… Faye;

Linda, Mark, Matthew,

Myles and Samantha;

Terry and Cherie;

Rob, Melanie, Larissa,

Josie and Trey.

A sincere thank you to my family and friends for their cards, wishes and prayers during my stay in hospital.

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The residents and Activity Department of Diamond Lodge would like to thank everyone for helping and coming out to our Fall Tea and Bake Sale. It was a big success because of everyone that supported us!

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SUNDAYS in October: Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans will be worshipping at St. Paul’s Anglican Church at 10:30 a.m. Everyone Welcome. No potluck on October 28; come to the Fall Supper at the Community Hall instead. For pastoral services or more information, phone Pastor Mark Kleiner at 306-951-7122.

48/10tfnSUNDAYS… You are invited to the weekly services of Biggar Associated Gospel Church, corner Quebec St. and 8th Ave. West. The morning service begins at 9:50 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join with us. Contact our church of ce 948-3424, Tuesday through Thursday.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20: 10:00 a.m., Trout Pond Fishermen. Come out and help BWF set up our aeration windmills. More sh for next year!!

42c1SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20: Biggar Museum 40th Anniversary Celebration at Biggar Community Hall. Cocktails, 5:30; Dinner at 6:00; NCCP production, 8 p.m.; Cash Bar. $25 per ticket. Advance tickets available at Biggar Museum. Advance tickets only. Taxi service provided by Biggar Insurance Services.

37c6SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21: Biggar United Church Fall Supper at Biggar Community Hall, 5 - 7 p.m. Adults, $13; children (6-12), $7; 5 and under FREE. Take out Order, $14, please order before noon on Friday, October 19 by phoning 948-2280.

40c3SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2 - 4 p.m. and MONDAY, OCTOBER 22, 7 - 9 p.m.: Auditions for the 2013 NCCP production to be held at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Ages 12 and up are welcome. Under 12 is still welcome with a parent or guardian.

42c1ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SHOW & SALE. October 22-28, 2012 (inclusive) at Market Mall, Preston & Louise, Saskatoon, during mall hours.

Until OCTOBER 26: Royal Exhibit commemorating Queen Elizabeth’s 60 years reign, Tuesday - Friday, 1 - 5 p.m.

40c3FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26: Landis Fun Tyme Dance Club season begins with “The Hamps” in attendance. Dancing from 8 p.m. - 12 midnight with lunch to follow in the Landis Community Complex. Season membership ( ve dances): $75 per couple. Guests: $25 per couple per dance. Everyone welcome!

42p2FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26 and SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27: St. Gabriel CWL Clothing Drive at St. Gabriel Church, 7th Ave. West, Biggar. Drop off: Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 9 to 11 a.m. SALES: Friday, 1 - 5 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Proceeds go to the Food Bank and KidSport. Please note this is not a garage sale.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27: Perdue Market Place at Perdue Community Complex, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission, $2. Table Rental, $20. Contact Elizabeth at 237-4737 or Tamara at 237-4396.

41c3SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27: Hallowe’en Howler Costume Dance @ Perdue Recreation Complex. Cocktails, 8 p.m., dance, 9 p.m.. - 2 a.m., music by ‘Touch of Grey’. Tickets $15/person @ door. Fun. food, prizes.

42p2SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28: Anglican Church Fall Supper, 5- 7 p.m. at Biggar Community Hall. Turkey and ham. Adults, $12, children 12 and under, $6. Take outs, $12. Phone 948-3688 by 5 p.m. Saturday, October 27.

41p3SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28: 6:30 p.m., Gospel Music by Country Cousins at Biggar Church of God, 620-6th Ave. East. Silver collection for missions. Everyone welcome. Coffee and squares to follow.

42p2FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2: Biggar & District Arts Council presents… Speed Control, 7:30 p.m., Biggar Majestic Theatre. Adults/Seniors $25 (advance $20); Students, 13 and older $15 (advance $12); children, 12 and under $5. Advance and Season Tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 948-2452.

39c6SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3: Landis Fall Supper, 5 - 7 p.m. @ Landis Complex. Adults, $12; 6 yrs to 12 yrs, $7; 5 and under FREE. Take-out meals available, please phone 658-2155 or the day of the fall supper at 658-2124.

42c3SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3: Sunshine Gals Bazaar (formerly Royal Purple), 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Biggar New Horizons. Tables, $15, phone Doreen 948-3428. Lunch available. Admission, $1. Proceeds to local charities.

40c5SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4: 18th Annual Arelee Music Night at Arelee Community Hall. Donations for Perdue ‘Secret Santa’ and/or Saskatoon Food Bank.

42c3TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13: 7 p.m. at Biggar New Horizons, PALS will host Ted and Gloria Engel’s excellent adventure in Guatemala. Come out to hear what the community’s support helped accomplish. Coffee and hospitality to follow.

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COMING EVENTS

15 Parcels of Ranch & Farmland in R.M. of Canwood No. 494 for Ron VanHereweghe for sale by Public Auction Friday October 26th starting @ 10 a.m. Open House for home quarter & log cabin Sat. Oct. 13th & Sat. Oct. 20th from 2 to 4 p.m. For complete listing, terms of auction & more info, view www.hodginsauctioneers.com or call 1-800-667-2075. Hodgins Auctioneers Inc. Sk Pl # 915407

INDUSTRIAL SPRAYING & RECLAMATION EQUIPMENT RICHIE BROS. AUCTIONEERS Unreserved Public Auction in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan on October 31, 2012. Featuring a complete dispersal for Corner Brook Farms including: 7 Massey Ferguson MFWD Tractors, pickup and atbed trucks, trailers, custom built sprayers, AG equipment, recreational vehicles and much more! Call 1-800-491-4494 or visit rbauction.com.

Biggar Museum and Gallery invites you to donate any new or handmade gifts, toys, certi cates or food items for the annual “Christmas Magic” fundraiser event. Any donation that sells for $10 or more is issued a tax receipt. Call 948-3451 by Friday, October 26. Thank you for your support.

42c3I am interested in communicating with friends or relatives of William Ross and Ethel Jamieson or their children Myrtle, Art, Bert, Stewart, Eva, William or Laura Ross. I believe they were possibly in Biggar, Qu’Appelle and Indian Head areas of Saskatchewan. Contact Derwyn Ross. [email protected] or 1-778-433-6598

41p3Families, 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.

7tfnAdvertisements 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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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.

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NOTICE

Mahogany kitchen cabinets for sale… suitable for home, cabin or garage. For viewing, call 948-5108.

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P R O V I N C E - W I D E CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 550,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306-649.1405 for details.

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PERSONAL

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farm or ranch property. Contact your local agent:

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REAL ESTATE

HEALTH/WELLNESS

CAREER TRAINING

HOUSES FOR SALE

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Please arrange to pick up photos that have been used for publications.

…Th anks, Th e Independent

WANTED

STEEL BUILDINGS CANADIAN MADE! REDUCED PRICES NOW! 20X22 $4,455. 25X26 $4,995. 30X38 $7,275. 32X50 $9,800. 40X54 $13,995. 47X80 $19,600. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

MISCELLANEOUS

Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Land 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.

32tfn$$$ Cash For Old Comic Books $$$ Recently retired, have new hobby. Collecting comic books! For a fair value for your books. Call 306-862-9102.

2007 CHEV SILVERADO 1500 crew cab, 5.3L, 4x4, gray, loaded, cloth interior, hidden hitch, boxliner, roll top, 124,000km, $18,500. Phone 948-5621.

40c3Guaranteed 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.

SEED & FEED

CARS & TRUCKS

RECREATION1985 Yamaha Virago, 1,000 cc, new rubber, carbs and forks redone. Phone 948-7521.

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

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

5tfnFOR SALE. WARMAN 55 PLUS ACTIVE ADULT LIFESTYLE Large Ground Level Townhomes 306 241 0123 www.diamondplace.ca

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 Feedd & Grain

1-877-250-5252

LAND FOR SALE… SW 20-37-19-W3rd (approx 155 acres), includes 1290 sq. ft. bungalow built in 1981, and all buildings in yard; Part of NE-17-37-19-W3rd (approx 25 acres), must be purchased with above. Bins sold separately. Mail bids to: Matt Huber, Box 596, Wilkie, SK, S0K 4W0. For more info contact Matt @ 306-658-4403 or Bryan @ 306-441-7599 or Bryan email: [email protected] Bids accepted to November 15, 2012.

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402 - 7th Ave. East, Biggar…well-built, 3-bedroom home, completely renovated, gutted down to framing, custom cabinets, maple hardwood ooring, energy ef cient package and many more up-grades. REDUCED, now $209,000. Must Sell. Call Brenda, 306-373-8254 or 948-9280.

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THE SABBATH Day shalt thou keep holy. Remember sanctify and rest. For God has hallowed to His glory. The Sabbath worship, which He blest. Canadian Lords Day Association, Box 1369, Picture Butte, AB, T0K 1V0.

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Bob Foster Locksmith Services. Phone 306-831-7633

26tfnDENIED CANADA PENSION PLAN DISABILITY BENEFITS? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca

Business Opportunity Own a Taxi company, operating with 3 vehicles. Nine years of client appreciation + existing contracts = stable cash ow. In a rapidly expanding NE SK center. Retiring owners asking $200,000. Full info: [email protected] / 306-370-6925

EXCLUSIVE License Territories available in multi-billion dollar smart phone app industry. Only 250 (North America) licensee’ s will own a territory and earn a signi cant passive residual income by helping consumers to save money and retailers become more pro table. Www.tmcapp.com/license or 1-855-526-9862

AGI-Envirotank, Biggar requires a

SANDBLASTER to start immediately.

Experience an asset but not necessary as we are willing to train the right individual. Company offers a

comprehensive bene t package and RRSP plan. Forward resume with references to

[email protected] or fax to 306-948-5263.

LEARN FROM HOME. EARN FROM HOME. Medical Transcriptionists are in demand. Lots of jobs! Enrol today for less than $95 a month. 1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com [email protected]

WELL-PAID/LOW-STRESS Career in Massage Therapy. Get the best-quality RMT education without giving up your day job! Visit www.mhvicarsschool.com or call 1-866-491-0574 for free career information.

DISCOVER WHAT IT’S like to Live the Learning at Lakeland College during Open House, October 26 and 27 at the Vermilion and Lloydminster campuses. Apply during Open House and pay no application fee; www.lakelandcollege.ca/open-house.


CARETAKER WANTED… Caretaker wanted for the Leney Cemetery for the 2013 season. Duties include mowing the grass, caring for the owers, and trimming the hedge. Equipment supplied. Wages are negotiable. Applications close October 24, 2012. Send your application to John Dennis, Box 213, Perdue, SK, S0K 3C0 For more information phone John Dennis, 306-237-4348 or Kelly Dwyer, 306-237-4327.

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DRIVERS WANTED: Terri c career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No rail experience needed!! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 wks. vacation & bene ts pkg. Skills Needed Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License w/ air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE

PT/contract work with water puri cation rm in your area. Plumbing and electrical knowledge helpful, training provided. Service and installation of water treatment equipment. Must have own van/truck and tools. Also searching for parts and supply depots. Must have store front. Please forward resume to [email protected] Or fax to (306)-242-1223

T.J. LOGGING of Whitecourt, Alberta is accepting resumes for experienced heavy duty operators, hoe, dozer, skidder, buncher, processor, delimber for immediate employment. Fax resume 780-778-2428.

TH Vac Services, Kindersley SK is now hiring Vac Truck drivers and HydroVac/Combo Vac Truck Drivers. Class 3A or 1A drivers license required. Competitive wages, bene ts package, scheduled days off. Tickets an asset. Email resume to [email protected] or fax 306-463-3219. Call Don or Tim @ 306-463-7720.

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 15, 201220 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK


Place a Place a classified classified by phone by phone 948-3344948-3344or onlineor online

[email protected]@sasktel.netnet

THE BIGGAR INDEPENDENT

on NEWSSTANDS @

• Esso• Leslie’s Drugstore• Pharmasave• Quick Stop• Super A Foods• Shop Easy Food• Weasie’s Gourmet Blends• Feudal Co-op, Perdue• The Store, Perdue

Busse Law Professional Corporation requires an Administrative Assistant.

Duties may include some legal administrative duties, general secretarial work and receptionist. Of ce Education/Administration course is not a requirement, but would be an asset. Please apply with resume and references to:

Busse Law Professional CorporationBarristers and Solicitors302 Main StreetBox 669Biggar, SK S0K 0M0Fax: 306-948-3366Email: [email protected]

Deadlines for applications is October 18, 2012. We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Super B Bulk Drivers

We are currently lookingfor

Working in our Ray’sTransport Fleet, thesedrivers will be hauling

grain, fertilizer, fracsand & salt throughout

Sask, Manitoba andAlberta. This position

offers a very busy,year-round

employment opportunity!All applicants must

have a valid Class 1Alicense with a cleandriver abstract and

have at least 2 yearsdriving experience with

past Super B grain/fertilizer, being a definite asset.

If you are interested inthese opportunitities,you can contact Eddy

at 306-651-4837 orApply by visting our

website www.qlinetrucking.com

or by sendingresume, along with

references to:[email protected] fax 306-242-9470

Drive for excellence!

Our Lease OperatorsEnjoy:

• Excellent kilometerrates for loaded andempty kilometers• Flat rate for loadingand unloading• License, insurance,uniform allowance, fuelescalation formula andmore!

Lease Operators withtheir own super b enddump trailers will be

given preference.

Apply online atwww.westcanbulk.ca

under theJoin Our Teamlink or phone

1.888.WBT.HIREfor more details.

A Commercial Driver’sAbstract, CriminalRecord search andpre-access medical

and drug screen will bearranged prior to offer.

PRAIRIE MALT LIMITEDPrairie Malt Limited is a subsidiary of Cargill and supplies top quality malt for beer produc-tion to a wide variety of domestic and international customers. The malthouse has an annual capacity of 220,000 metric tonnes.

Prairie Malt Limited has an opportunity for an Administrative Clerk. Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, the Administrative Clerk is responsible to perform the Accounts Receivable process including preparing and sending invoices, maintaining sales contract information, and monitoring volumes booked, shipped, and sold. This position is also expected to provide support for various administrative and of ce tasks. Principal Accountabilities: 45% - Prepare invoices and enter the data into the Access subsystem and interface data to JDE. Reconcile sales volumes to shipped and in transit volumes, enter sales contract data to database and provide month-end sales reports. Complete customs paperwork for brokers and required documents for truck drivers.20% - Prepare various schedules to assist with month-end preparation while providing general support to nance and administrative functions.15% - Answer and handle phone calls and assist with routine of ce inquiries. Change backup tapes and maintain the physical storage of the backup media for the phone sys-tem.10% - Perform various administrative functions including mail pickup and delivery, ling, ordering of ce supplies and posting shipping/tracking. Maintain various spreadsheets.10% - Assist with occasional Accounts Payable entries and prepare cash transfers. Pro-vide vacation coverage support in nance, logistics, payroll, and supply chain functions.

Quali cations:High School diploma• Minimum 3 years of administrative/clerical experience• Data entry skills – speed and accuracy required• Knowledge of Microsoft Of ce• Excellent communication skills• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of individuals, both • internal and externalDemonstrate ability to be exible and adapt to an ever-changing work environment • Strong attention to detail and follow-up• Ability to work independently and contribute as a team player • Strong sense of urgency – ability to meet tight deadlines• Knowledge of the AS400 system would be considered an asset•

Visit www.cargill.ca, click on “Careers”, “Career Search”, “Experienced”, then search Job Number BIG00069 to apply online.

If you DO NOT receive your Independent in a timely manner, please call your local post offi ce or Canada Post @ 1-866-607-6301

Dear Editor,By the time this is published another successful

cross country season will be over for 40-plus Biggar athletes - nine of who will have participated in the Provincial Championship over the weekend.

About 6:15 p.m. on Thursday, September 27 we exhaled deeply impressed by what we had just witnessed. With a community effort we hosted 375 athletes at our 31st annual meet. We then decided to share with you and the public our thoughts.

Cross country is not a glamor sport - it is a characters sport. Having to train on one of the most challenging course in Saskatchewan doesn’t make it any easier. For this we must thank Lisa Haynes and Biggar Rec Valley Inc. for their support. We appreciate the use of both the valley for training and on meet day, their quonset.

We also rely on Cory McMahon, and the Town of Biggar. Cory faithfully grooms our course every year before our season begins and this year Mark Haynes repaired a section of the course making it safer for our athletes. They also graciously provide us with a fl at deck of barricades for our meet.

Our season is dependent on the use of the community sports bus. This year Wade Gillespie was our lifesaver! Mr. Gillespie took time off work to drive the bus for us, not once, but twice . . . and then found a driver for a third trip! Thank you!

Our meet booth provides the athletes and spectators with great food, but is also a revenue source used to defray the cost of the sports bus. We appreciate, and would like to acknowledge the following: generous food donations from Super-A, Shop Easy, and Mr. Larson; Ms. Chupik and Mrs. McMahon for organizing the exceptional booth, as well as parents for the donation of supplies and time during the meet. Not only do we have an elite course, but a booth to match!

And fi nally, “thank you” to staff, and former staff from both schools for volunteering to help run the meet.The success of our season was community effort! Thank you Biggar!

Mr. Garchinski, Mrs. Newton,

Mrs. Hollman

This year Education Week has been proclaimed from October 15 to 21 in Sun West School Division.

The Ministry of Education’s theme this year, ‘Learning Success Today . . . Leading Success Tomorrow’, looks to the future. It demonstrates

that when parents, guardians, teachers and students put effort into education then students can reach their highest potential. It reminds us that success can look different for each person but it is important for everyone to strive for improvement and a

positive future.In conjunction with

Education Week it has also been proclaimed Library Week. This is held annually to promote reading, literacy and to focus on the value of libraries and the important role they play

in enhancing literacy and quality of life for all Saskatchewan People.

October 15, 2012 also celebrates Bus Driver Appreciation Day to show gratitude for their hard work getting our students to and from school safely each day.

Education Week is October 15–21 in Sun West School Division!

ADVERTISINGADVERTISING is an is an

investment investment in your in your

business.business.


REAL ESTATE

of The BattlefordsIndependently Owned and Operated

Wally LorenzSales Associate

1391 - 100th St.North Battleford, SK

S9A 0V9Day or Night

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

[email protected]

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

HANDY JIM SERVICES

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

• general repairsCall Jim @

306-948-3333

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

“Big or Small -- We Do Them All”

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

Serving Biggar ... Since 1968

BIGGAR HOUSING AUTHORITY

Housing for families and seniors

Rent based on incomeCall: 948-2101

FOR RENT

MADGECONTRACTING LTD. For all your roo ng needs…

New ConstructionMetalRe-roofsAsphaltShakes

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

For a FREE estimate please

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

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Torch-onTileAll repairs

We tint vehicles too!

For all your glass needs,104 - 2nd Ave. West

Biggar

306-948-4846

ResidentialCommercialAutomotive


BIGGAR ELECTRICAL &

REFRIGERATION SERVICES

Authorized Appliance DepotElectrical Wiring

TrenchingLicensed Journeyman

Adrian de Haan

948-5291

PHILLIPS ELECTRIC

• Residence• Commercial Wiring

For free estimates Ph: 948-5393

Cell: 306-221-6888

Wylie Farms Ltd. SEED CLEANING

Canadian Seed Institute Accredited Pedigree, Commercial & Custom Cleaning

FULL line of Cleaning Equipment including Gravity Table

Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

For all your Cereal and Pulse Cleaning

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

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

west on Triumph Rd.

McNULTY’S MOBILE SEED

CLEANINGCustom Cleaning of

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

Phoenix M4Mobile Grain

cleaning and sizing

WTSL MOBILE GRAIN SERVICEBox 917, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Wayne Dollansky306-948-7247

Custom Combining JD9770

with draper or hydra ex

headers

SEED CLEANING

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

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

GLASS

INSTALLATION

BIGGAR

DENTAL

CLINIC

306-948-3408

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

Southeast entrance of Nova Wood Bldg.

Hours…Monday - Thursday,

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

8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Tim Hammond Realty

Cari McCartyResidential Sales

Biggar’s Top Performing Residential Agent

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

948-5052 (offi ce)Cell 948-7995

www.TimHammond.cahttp://Cari.TimHammond.ca

Licenced for: •Residential

ECONOMIC

DEVELOPMENT

Bear Hills Rural Development CorporationBox 327Biggar, SKS0K 0M0

Helping you Help yourself

Kent Dubreuil, E.D.O.Phone: 306-948-2295Fax: 306-948-5050

Your Healthy Living

Weight Loss & Wellness Centre

Consultant & CoachAnne G. Livingston

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

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

Saskatoon - Biggar Offi ce

DUANE NEUFELDT403 Main St., BiggarLicensed For:

• Residential

• Acreage

• FarmProud sponsor of Children’s Wish Foundation

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

www.DuaneNeufeldt.com

ELECTRICAL

Call us for…• Insurance jobs• Renovations

• New home building• Drywall & Painting

• Flooring (hardwood, ceramic, etc.)

• Residential/Commercial• Certi ed installer for

Logix ICF

FREE Estimates

Inc.Inc.

Tim Hammond Realty

Dave MolbergBSA

Exposure, Experience and Effort.


948-5052 (offi ce)Cell 948-4478

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Licenced for: •Farm •Acreage •Residential • Commercial

HOME

IMPROVEMENTS

Ladies Only 30 min.

Circuit Gym

- together with -

…owned and operated by Diane Larouche Ellard

Located in the Nova Wood Centre

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

948-2208

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

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

appointments available.948-2548 or 948-9710

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

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

Tim Hammond Realty

Tim Hammond, BSA, P.Ag., Broker

Proud to handle Biggar’s Real Estate Needs


948-5052 (offi ce)Cell 948-9168

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Licenced for: •Farm •Residential •Commercial •Acreage

NEW BEGINNINGS WELLNESS CENTRE

“Putting PERSONALPERSONAL back into fi tness training!”

Wayne Baldwin, CPFT, CPTA, CnHc

Specializing in Exclusive Seasonal Personal Training Sessions! …for weight loss,

body sculpting, strength training.

Gift Certifi cates availableVisit us @

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

Phone… 948-2548Cell… 948-8048

Offering… One-on-One One-on-One Rehab & Therapy SessionsRehab & Therapy Sessions

* Limited Memberships available to fully equipped

Private Fitness Studio & Cardio Room

HEALTH/WELLNESS

OPTOMETRISTS

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photos byPhotos by Jocely Jocelynn

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

PhotographyPhotographyBiggar, SaskBiggar, Sask..

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

Wood and Steel Buildings

Floor & Trusses

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

Kirk EwenDoctor of Optometry

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

For appointments… 1-855-651-3311

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

For FAX service,

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

PLUMBING & HEATING

Mundt’s Mobile Custom Grain

Cleaning

For bookings, call Jason

948-2887948-6969

BOOKS

Pat Wicks, Living Books Distributor205-3rd Ave. East, Biggar

Books, gifts, cards.Shop at my home!

Call 948-3427 for appts.

NCM Home Maintenance

FREE quotesPrompt Honest Service

Call Nick Maguire948-3325 948-4558 or

716-4021 cell

HEALTH/WELLNESS

DMH ELECTRICfor all your

electrical needsConstruction, consulting

and Maintenance

Licensed Journeyman

Dion Harrabek

306-948-2657

cell: [email protected]

Contact948-3344to have your business listed here, ask for special rates and sizes


ONLINE @ONLINE @biggarindependent.cabiggarindependent.ca

A Sign of

Qualilty!

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

Jerry MucPhone: 948-2958

Fax: 948-5699

MANUFACTURING


LEGAL SERVICES

BIGGAR ACCOUNTING

SERVICESGarry A. Faye

Chartered AccountantNotary Public

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

Phone: 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 Vortex protect your

truck and your invest-ment with the Vortex Seamless Sprayed on Liner System

306-882-2289

Prairieland Collision

Rosetown, Sask.

AUTOMOTIVE

Roe & Companyis a full service law offi ce

that practices… Family and Criminal law Commercial law Real Estate Wills and Estate,

andour lawyers,

William Roe, Q.C. Jason PeszkoIan Mokuruk Lisa WatsonSheri Woods

look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

306-948-5352 or 306-244-9865

Residential Commercial AutomotiveFor FREE estimates or enquiries CALL

Wayne or Dorothy at 948-5678

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

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

Ivan

Young,BiggarTree services

available…• cut trim and removal

• landscaping

• trenching

• holes for piles

• basements

• post holes

• cement removal

• driveways

• garage pads

948-3381

MONARCH

MEATSModern Licenced Abbatoir

• custom slaughter, cut and wrapping

• sausage making, curingand smoking

• sides of Beef available

948-3384

HARRIS TRUCK SERVICES LTD.

Custom Grain Hauling

306-948-9278Landis, Sask.

• 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 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

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

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

COURIER/HAULING

YH Truck, Ag & Auto

• Heavy truck parts• Agriculture parts• Automotive parts & accessorieswww.yhtruckagauto.com521 Main St., Biggar

948-2109

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

948-3996Open Monday-Saturday

Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

SGI Safety Inspection

Heavy Truck Repair

Auto Repair

TIRES

Your authorized

Panasonic, Samsung, LG, Frigidaire, Shaw,

Yamaha Audio Dealer; and Your authorized

SaskTel Mobility and High Speed Internet Dealer

BIGGAR LEISURE CENTRE

216 Main St., Biggar

948-3955

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.

Anne G. LivingstonCerti ed Custom Picture Framer

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

Call Anne @ [email protected]

BUSSE LAWPROFESSIONAL CORPORATION

Barristers & Solicitors

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

Bonnie L. Reddekopp, JD

302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

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

BIGGAR INSURANCE

SERVICES• Notary Publics

• Home & Agro Insurance • Auto & Commerical Insurance

• Health Insurance• Motor Licence Issuer

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

304 Main Street • BiggarPhone: 948-2204 or

948-3886

Financial PlanningEstate PlanningLife Insurance222 Main Street306 948 5377

info@twh nancial.cawww.twh nancial.ca

INSURANCE

HAULS TO THE DUMPSmall moves and deliveries

with ½ ton truckPh/fax: 948-3856 or

cell: 948-7896Sales Consultant

J. G. Smith

LightFabrication

MobileWelding

230 - 1st Ave. W., Biggar

Phone: 948-7117email:

[email protected]

CWBCerti ed

SERVICESMACHINERY

DEALERS

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 948-5455

THUR-O CARPET & UPHOLSTERY

CLEANINGCliff ForsythBox 736, Biggar

Phone: 948-5600Battery ChargersElectric FencersRepaired/Rebuilt/ Built

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

ACCOUNTING

WINE, BEER, KITS and SUPPLIES

available at… Grape Moments located in The Independent, 102 - 3rd Ave. West, Biggar

948-3344

To advertise in this

directory, please

call Urla at

Th e Independent

• 948-3344 •

Th is feature will appear Weekly.

ASK ABOUT

OUR SPECIAL

DIRECTORY RATES.

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?

THE BIGGAR INDEPENDENT

on NEWSSTANDS @

• Esso• Leslie’s Drugstore• Pharmasave• Quick Stop• Super A Foods• Shop Easy Food

Place a Place a classified classified by phone by phone

948-3344948-3344or emailor email

[email protected]@sasktel.net


Ask About DeliveryAsk About Delivery

Tim Kleinsasser

[email protected]

“Your complete decal and signage shop”

• Weasie’s Gourmet Blends• Feudal Co-op, Perdue• The Store, Perdue

BREAKING NEWSNow Appearing ...The Independentin Your Mailbox

Thursdays

The Biggar Independentis moving from

Monday to ThursdayBeginning Thursday, November 1

No paper on Monday, October 29

Ad, Classi eds &News Copy DeadlineMonday at 5:00 p.m.


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