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$1.50 Vol. 58 No. 21 • Friday, July 12, 2019 Abernethy Agricultural Society 112th Annual Fair Horse show and exhibits huge part of show

By Alan Hustak there has been talk from time to time of ending the post secondary entrance agricultural scholarship for Grasslands News fair, it has become a local institution and in addition a local high school student. to the one day fair the Abernethy Agricultural Soci- For more info, call 306-331-6837, or check out www. ety also co-sponsors an annual dinner theatre and a aberagsociety.sk.ca or email: [email protected] With its home baked pie contests, silky preserves, handicrafts and farm fresh recipes that offer a mix of old and new, the Abernethy Agricultural Society Fair and Exhibition offers an authentic, appealing glimpse into the past. One of the oldest exhibitions of its kind in Sas- katchewan, it has deep roots in the community. For more than a century, it has become a tradition in Ab- ernethy on the fourth Friday of each July. This year, when the 112 annual edition takes place on July 26, the event will also be a homecoming for Abernethy’s class of 1959. There were originally 16 members of the class, and organizer Jeanette Kirk, who lives in Winnipeg, says she’ll be happy if half of them show up. “We’re calling it a class reunion, but we often meet at the fair, enjoy the displays, so this year we thought we’d get together, take pictures and end it with a barbecue.” The fair is sanctioned by both Canadian Associ- ation of Fairs and Exhibitions and by the by Sas- katchewan Association of Agricultural Societies and Exhibitions. It is also part of the registered Saskatch- ewan Horse Federation show circuit. “The horse show is one of the biggest attractions. We only have horses but no longer cattle, nor pigs,” says Catherine Barnsley, chair of the fair’s board of directors. “We’ll have more than 1,000 exhibits fea- turing horticulture, cooking and baking, quilting, embroidery, crocheting, and knitting. “There’s also a children’s playground, a pet show, a diaper derby and decorated bike races, foot races and a silent auction. It begins at 7 a.m. with a pancake breakfast and ends at dusk with a fireworks display. The fair is the result of thousands of hours of volunteer work. Senior volunteers who have helped make the fair a success over the decades will be honoured in a spe- cial ceremony. This year, anyone who makes a $112 donation will be inducted into the fair’s Century Plus Club. All donors will receive a free slice of pie from the homemade pie booth. The fair has been around since 1906, but its origins are even older, As early as 1887 an agricultural soci- ety was started in Pheasant Forks, a community near Lemberg that no longer exists. Between 1889 and 1904 it held exhibitions to attract pioneers into the area. Once Saskatchewan became a province in 1905, the Pheasant Forks group became part of the Abernethy Agricultural Society which was incorporated in 1906. The first fair was held on five acres of land west of town leased for the occasion. The exhibition has been held every year except 1936 during the Great Depres- sion. When it resumed in 1937 the horse show was added. “The horses on exhibit were a grand lot,” ob- ALAN HUSTAK | FORT TIMES served the Leader Post, and could compare favourably Saddle up with those at Toronto’s Royal Winter Fair. Although Emma Englot, 14, puts a bridle on her horse, Foster, in preparation for the annual Abernethy Fair. Closed for Summer Holidays Notice to all of our readers and advertisers that there will be no Friday, July 26 and Friday, August 2 issues of the Fort Times. Regular deadlines will resume Tuesday, August 6 at noon for the Friday, August 9 issue. Contact us at our main office at 1-844-GNG-NEWS (1-844-464-6397) 7KH)RUW4X·$SSHOOH7LPHV www.facebook.com/grasslandsnews 2 July 12, 2019 Brotzel to be inducted for accomplishments

A Cupar man will be inducted into the Saskatche- located in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Its roots stem wan Baseball Hall of Fame next month. back to 1931.The league evolved from several leagues Born and raised in Cupar, Gary Brotzel participated including the Southern Baseball League, the Northern in all intercollegiate sports. He moved to Regina right Saskatchewan Baseball League and the Saskatchewan out of high school and took on a job and career with Major Baseball League. In 2000, the SMBL changed SaskTel. their name to the Western Major Baseball League to Gary and his wife Denise have 2 children, Natasha accommodate the teams from Alberta. In 2019, the and Tanner. Between 1993 and 2004 Gary was involved league officially changed the name to the Western Ca- with both his children’s sports activities. Tanner was nadian Baseball League and promotes itself as Cana- in baseball while Gary himself played competitive da’s premier summer collegiate baseball league. softball until 2004, having achieved being a player on The Regina Red Sox is one of the Leagues flagship numerous Provincial and Western Canadian Softball organizations, and has become a vibrant part of Regi- Championship teams. na’s sporting community, promoting local minor base- Throughout his son’s minor baseball career Gary ball and generating interest in the game of baseball for coached, teamed up with Bernie Eiswirth, who also the citizens of Regina and area. had a son playing on a baseball team with Tanner, As Founder and President of the Regina Red Sox and who also coached. Following high school both sons organization in 2005, Gary continues in the capacity of went on to college and played baseball with their re- volunteer President with great enthusiasm, enriching spective college teams. In order to play competitive the lives of many Regina youths. summer baseball, both sons had to travel out of Regina The 35th annual induction will take place on Aug. to play in the Western Major Baseball League. Gary 17 in Battleford, SK. and Bernie saw an untapped market for local players Guest speaker for the event will be Fergie Jenkins, attending college to come back and play summer base- SUBMITTED | FORT TIMES the first and only Canadian to be inducted into the ball. Gary and Bernie assembled a Board of Directors, Inductee National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New raised finances and put together a community owned *DU\%URW]HOLVVODWHGWREHLQGXFWHGLQWRWKH6DV- York, USA. team on the field in 2005. The Regina Red Sox, first NDWFKHZDQ%DVHEDOO+DOORI)DPHRQ$XJ established in 1942, was reborn. Gary coached the Regina White Sox AAA Mosquito, the provincial runner up and attended the Western reasons Pee Wee, Bantam and Midget divisions between 1995 Canadian Championships in Kelowna, BC in 2003, and and 2003. His Pee Wee team won the 1998 Provincial his team was the WMBL Runner Up in 2008. Gary was Championship. Other team achievements include the a guest coach for the Bantam Championships in Wind- why you 2010 and 2014 Western Major Baseball League (WMBL) sor, Ontario in 2000. Eastern Division Championships and the 2011 and 2012 The Western Canadian Baseball League is a sum- should WMBL League Championships. His midget team was mer collegiate league consisting of twelve (12) teams advertise in your Blue Jays support File Hills baseball local 5 newspaper By Alan Hustak gives us an opportunity to share laughs, build unity Grasslands News and compete at the same time.” Teams score points by inviting fans to the game; having the chief play ball in either the 3rd or 6th in- CREDIBILITY The File Hills Qu’Appelle Rookie Baseball League ning is worth 40 points, and providing food for a visit- kicked off its second season Tuesday evening with a Polls show people believe newspapers ing team is also worth points. game between the Muscowpetung Warriors and the offer the most credible advertising. “Everyone can learn something from baseball,” said 1 Okanese Thundersticks at Muscowpetung First Na- The offer is there to be read over and Robert Witchell, the Blue Jay foundation’s executive tion. director. “You learn really great life skills on the base- over again. It doesn’t intrude uninvited The rookie league is sponsored by a $45,000 grant ball diamond – resiliency, tenacity, leadership, and and then vanish. from the Toronto Blue Jays baseball development teamwork.” foundation that covers transportation for the 11 partic- The aim is to create a national indigenous cup that ASSURANCE ipating First Nation teams and pays the league co-or- will be presented to the winning team in Winnipeg at dinator’s salary. Our newspaper circulations are verified the end of the season. The idea says Muscowpetung Chief Anthony Cappo and audited by third party auditors. Chief Cappo has been a Blue Jays’ fan since he was 2 is to use baseball to promote community engagement. Tearsheets verify that an ad ran as six years old when he got caught up in the excitement “Seeing our youth, our elders, our men and women of the 1993 season when Toronto defeated the Philadel- scheduled. They have tangible proof that come together to sit in the stands and enjoy the sport phia Phillies to win the world series. “My dad was a their ad reaches the audience. Radio and baseball fan, and I got into native fastball. I’ve been TV can’t offer this tangible proof. playing since I was a kid. That’s how my cousins and I grew up,” he said. PERMANENCE Cappo was in Toronto for the first time last week at Newspapers allow readers time. Time to the invitation of the Blue Jays charitable foundation digest and consider an advertising offer for a game on National Indigenous People’s Day be- 3 tween the Jays and Kansas City Royals. at their leisure. Consumers need not be The chief described being in Rogers Centre and in the right place at the right time to see hearing the national anthem sung in Cree before the or hear the advertiser’s message. game as a “surreal” experience. Studies prove that our papers are kept “My first time in Toronto; my first Blue Jays game; longer than a week and are read cover it was an amazing experience. Growing up on the re- to cover by more than one person. serve; coming to the bright lights and to the stadium, I felt like a little kid. It was an honour to hear the LOCAL COVERAGE anthem sung in a native language of this land. It is very special. It was a good gesture by the Blue Jays’ Newspaper’s occupy a unique position foundation. This is a good first step, just to recognize 4 in reader’s lives. Newspapers contain and understand the relationship that Canada has with news on local people and events, while its first people’s of the land,” he said. “But the city is providing the most reliable source of too big for me. It’s always good to come back home.” in-depth coverage, including what businesses are offering this week. Cuthbert’s Medical LOCAL INVESTMENT No other medium can compare to ALAN HUSTAK | FORT TIMES %DWWHUXS Cannabis Consulting 5 newspapers in service to their local &KLHI$QWKRQ\&DSSRKHOSHGODXQFKWKHVHFRQG community. An advertising order is an VHDVRQRIWKH)LOH+LOOV5RRNLH/HDJXH investment by the advertiser in the Stu Martin - Local Cannabis Expert community. Dollars spent in the local newspaper are used to employ local Correction people and are redistributed in the Host Defense Mushroom community, unlike dollars spent on As the result of inaccurate information given to the radio, television or internet. Fort Times, it was reported that the Regional Swim- products now in stock. ming Pool Committee has hired the P3Associates en- gineering firm to help design and market an indoor Contact us for more information The market you are looking for is swimming pool for Fort Qu’Appelle. (July 5, 2019). While the committee has consulted P3Associates, no reading the same newspaper you are! one has been hired, and no one will be hired until a Call us at 1-844-GNG-NEWS feasibility study into whether the town can support 306-331-6364 (ext. 227) such a project is completed. The Times regrets this Fort Qu’Appelle, SK error. 7KH)RUW4X·$SSHOOH7LPHV @grasslands_news July 12, 2019 3 Fox has a passion for painting prairie landscapes

By Alan Hustak which is what I like.” Grasslands News It is an intimate and eye pleasing art exhibition that draws on the output of more than 35 artists who work in oil, Linda Fox is a fresh face in the line acrylics, water colours and pencil. ‘Not up of artists who will display their work so long ago we were down to about ten at the Fort Qu’Appelle Valley Art Show guild members and we were thinking of and sale in Lebret this weekend. With closing,” organizer Myrna Gibbens told no formal training, the retired Regina the Times. “But now we have new mem- SaskTel employee has been turning out bers and a new breath of life.” serene prairie landscapes “on and off” Each year a work by one of the par- for 30 years. ticipating artists is raffled at the show. “I like painting the prairies. They are This year one of Fox’s acrylics, Spring so pretty, and I especially like painting Run Off, has been selected for the draw. winter scenes too,” she says. Fox and The 48th annual art show and sale her husband have a cottage on Pasqua is open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. July Lake. “He drives and along the way I 13 and 14th in the basement of Sacred take photographs of scenes I want to Heart Church in Lebret. paint,” Fox says. “I go to one major art Admission is $2.00, and includes cof- workshop a year.” fee and dessert treats, After attending the show in Lebret Once the Lebret show is over many for the first time last year Fox was in- of the artists will exhibit their work in vited by a friend to join the group. “Now the Prairie Winds Gallery in the old CN that I’ve retired I joined the guild, and Train station in Fort Qu’Appelle for the they are ringing bells in the community, rest of the summer. Province closer to household hazardous waste program

The Government of across the province will cessful stewardship-based Saskatchewan recently have access to responsi- initiatives, including pro- enacted The Household ble disposal options for grams focused on the Hazardous Waste Product these materials. collection of automotive Stewardship Regulations, The next step for first fluids, tires, paint, elec- paving the way for an im- sellers is to produce a tronics, paper and pack- portant new provincial product stewardship pro- aging, and agricultural recycling program. gram for review by the plastics. Through this The regulations re- Ministry of Environment model, producers of these quire first sellers – busi- within 180 days. Once products manage the full nesses that manufacture, approved, a further an- life cycle of the products sell or distribute house- nouncement will be made in an environmentally hold hazardous waste on program details and responsible manner and products in the province – implementation. create systems for ac- $/$1+867$._)2577,0(6 to operate a product stew- Saskatchewan has countable waste manage- :RUNRIDUW ardship program for the many examples of suc- ment. *XLOGPHPEHU/LQGD)R[ZLWKKHUSDLQWLQJ´6SULQJUXQRII·ZKLFKZLOOEHUDI collection and safe dis- ÁHGDWWKH/HEUHWDUWVKRZ posal of these products. Household hazardous 67-2+1·6 VALLEY ALLIANCE waste includes materials $1*/,&$1&+85&+ CHURCH with a flammable, corro- Sunday Worship sive or toxic symbol on Pastor Mark Lockett 11:00 a.m. the container, as well as Sunday School is at 9:30 More people working in beginning in September. pesticides and batteries. 202 Bay Ave. S., )RUW4X·$SSHOOH6. Worship service is at 10:30 a.m. “Through consultation Phone - 306-332-5201 306-332-5807 and engagement with the Hall Contact - 306-331-6720 valleyalliance.ca Saskatchewan: Stats Canada public, we clearly under- stand that household haz- ardous waste is a priority /$1'),// SUMMER 9LVLWXVRQOLQH HOURS According to a report released by Sta- ince dropped to 5.1 per cent in June issue, as it poses a risk • May 1 to October 31 • tistics Canada, Saskatchewan set an all- (seasonally adjusted), down from 6.2 per to human health, safety Monday to Saturday time record for employment last month cent a year ago. Saskatchewan had the and the environment,” ZZZ 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at 592,900 jobs. third lowest unemployment rate in the Environment Minister Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. In June, employment was up 9,200 nation. The national unemployment Dustin Duncan said. “A Closed Statutory Holidays JUDVVODQGV Minimum Load Charge is $8 jobs compared to June 2018, a 1.6 per- rate rose to 5.5 per cent in June. new household hazardous We now Accept: cent increase, the eleventh consecutive Other June highlights: waste stewardship pro- month of year-over-year job increases. • All-time records were set in June for gram will help protect the QHZVFD Month-to-month, employment was the working-age population (888,900), environment by reducing also up, rising by 2,500 jobs between labour force (621,400); employment the amount of hazardous May 2019 and June 2019, a 0.4 per cent (592,900); material improperly dis- CHILD FIND SASKATCHEWAN increase (seasonally adjusted). • Regina’s employment was up 4,900 posed of in our municipal “With eleven straight months of (+3.5 per cent), and Saskatoon’s employ- landfills and sewer sys- VOLUNTEERS NEEDED climbing job numbers, we are seeing ment was up 4,100 (+2.3 per cent) com- tems.” *contribute to the safety of children in your community very positive trends that supports a pared to last June; The development of *call today: 1-800-513-FIND (3463) growing Saskatchewan economy,” Im- • Major year-over-year gains were re- regulations for an indus- migration and Career Training Minister ported for accommodation and food ser- try-led household hazard- Jeremy Harrison said. “Even though vices, up 5,400; professional, scientific ous waste program has our province’s economy is facing signif- and technical services, up 3,000; infor- been a significant focus You remain anonymous. icant external headwinds, job creators mation, culture & recreation up 2,200; for the Ministry of En- continue to have confidence in the fun- and vironment over the past damentals of our diversified economy.” • Private sector jobs, up 9,900 (+3.0 per- year. Once the program &5,0,1$/6'21·7 The unemployment rate in the prov- cent). is established, citizens

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The premiers meeting on First Nation land with sential for all involved to be a part of the sharing of the sole right to determine what will affect the whole the leaders of Indigenous organizations for the fi rst information that is needed to make decisions. Also, country in the capacity I may want in the area that I time in Canadian history is a step in the right direc- we must be respectful of the decisions made. am representing. It’s understood by saying something tion. Not all agreements that are fi nalized are going to as simple as “I was born English and the English While Chief Bellegarde stated he will continue to be 100 per cent favorable to all people, but how do we have tea for breakfast so all of Canada must have tea push for Indigenous representation at meetings in- decide which representative gets 100 per cent of their for breakfast.” volving provincial, territorial and federal offi cials, he wishes over the wishes of the guy beside them? The only way I can enforce tea for breakfast is to must realize that he is meeting with elected offi cials The answer is called politics. The country devel- engage in the politics of enlightening and convincing for the country and as a subnational representative, oped policies and laws over the years. Some politi- those that have been elected to make this a law in Bellegarde is correct to want inclusion but he also cians’ wishes were developed – some were not. The our country. This means communication. I cannot must respect that they will be representatives for the only means to change these decisions is to hear what change the law with my mere continual suggestions country in a different capacity than the premiers. people want, negotiate with your counterparts and a as I am not the governing body of the country. But The premiers must also realize that at times they vote decides the winner. I defi nitely hope that if a huge representation of our must meet with these representatives before they can When Bellegarde said, “Canadians are divided, citizens want tea for breakfast, that the government approach and defi ne any decisions affecting the First premiers are divided, chiefs are divided. I want dia- will listen to their wishes and enact upon them – and Nation people. logue, discussion, debate and let the rights and title tea it will be! We all know that consultation brings knowledge holders determine the next steps,” I agreed whole Humor aside, this is why the fi rst premier’s meet- and a clearer picture to any discussions. We also heartedly with the dialogue and discussion but I am ing on First Nation land has made the headlines. know that the government has not always been re- left wondering what is meant by the rights and title While some areas are still vague as to what the sourceful enough or indepth enough at times prior to holders determining the next steps? treaty rights may be, and their affects, at least those making some decisions to have used all the resources Firstly, who determines the rights? Who and what that want and those that can give are peacefully dis- available. are the titleholders? cussing issues. It’s a good fi rst step. To have a healthy and successful country, it is es- Being a representative in one area doesn’t give me - Elaine Ashfi eld Premier shows how country can work By Murray Mandryk tion, there are a few other con- Political Columnist siderations to keep in mind. First, we are the second big- gest country in the world, but We have been hearing a lot only the 38th biggest in popula- of late in this neck of the woods tion. There surely are immense about how this country just problems with having 37 mil- doesn’t work anymore. lion people scattered over 9.985 One gets the frustration. It’s million square kilometres, but a big country with a sparse pop- it may be better than the alter- ulation and an array of inter- native. ests. For the disgruntled mutter- Exactly how rural Saskatch- ing about Saskatchewan (1.1 ewan people connect with ur- million people) or even Sas- banites in downtown Toronto katchewan and Alberta (add an- or French-speaking Montreal other 4.3 million people) being residents or Eastern Maritim- better off as a separate nation, ers is often a national mystery. consider that such a scenario Regionally, economically would produce a country with and culturally, it would seem as 5.5 million people (at most) if there is little that we share, with a massive land mass. making for the easy argument If Canada doesn’t carry that we would somehow be bet- enough weight on the world ter off separated. stage when we encounter trade and territorial leaders – the tax … and their eagerness to see But is that necessarily as Recent politics has often issues with massive partners annual Premiers’ Conference Justin Trudeau change jobs in hideous as some would make it fallen into this narrative, like China or the U.S., how now known by the fancier title October. Kenney invited Moe, out to be? driven by the frustration over would we be better off? For that of the council of the federation Higgs and Ford to a “white Voters have elected provin- the perceived impact of federal matter how would it be easier (CoF). hat ceremony” at the Calgary cial governments of a different Liberal government policies to build pipelines to get our oil Much is being made of the Stampede the day before they political stripe than Trudeau to like the carbon tax, lack of to port if we are landlocked? new alliance of conservative were to kick off the three-day refl ect their priorities. It stands pipeline development and Bill Maybe those talking sepa- premiers that consists of Pre- CoF summit that started with a to reason that the premiers C-69 that adds environmental ration haven’t clearly thought restrictions to major infrastruc- things through. mier Scott Moe, Ontario’s Doug meeting with Indigenous lead- have ever right to use such fo- ture projects like pipelines. But when it comes down to Ford, Alberta’s Jason Kenney, ers at the Big River First Na- rums to make their case. Obviously, the fact that the realistic solutions to what is a Manitoba’s Brian Pallister, tion. And, really, shouldn’t we ap- West is more affected by mat- real problem of our issues not New Brunswick’s Blaine Higgs, There’s little doubt that one preciate that conservative pre- ters effecting energy only en- being heard in Ottawa, maybe Prince Edward Island’s Dennis of the things that unites this miers from the west, Ontario, hances the notion that those there are other solutions. King, (to a lesser extent) Que- group – besides the aforemen- Quebec and the Maritimes can elsewhere in the country don’t And, surprisingly, maybe bec’s François Legault. tioned distaste of the carbon tax come to a consensus on issues. get our issues. one of the best places to start This loose-knit bunch has and Bill C-69 – is the desire to Some may suggests it’s just But if we are to make an looking for solutions is this grown especially close by the see Andrew Scheer replace Jus- politics, but isn’t this how this honest assessment of our na- week’s gathering of provincial shared opposition to the carbon tin Trudeau as national leader. country actually can work?

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Viking Centre The Honourable Andrew Scheer, Leader of Canada’s in his letter. Laundromat Conservatives and of the Official Opposition and Mem- “Your secret fuel tax will undoubtedly increase the ber of Parliament for Regina—Qu’Appelle, sent a letter cost of gasoline by at least another four cents a litre, a to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on July 8 calling on fact you continue to hide. It is also an unprecedented Cuthbert’s Medical him to scrap his secret fuel tax. tax that will apply to all fuel sources, including the Cannabis Consulting “Your carbon tax has already increased the cost of fuel used for manufacturing and home heating, which gasoline by five cents a litre. This has made it more will make Canadian businesses less competitive and expensive for moms and dads to drive their kids to soc- gas more expensive.” cer practice, for seniors to get to their doctors appoint- The letter goes on to say, “Prime Minister, Canadi- ments, for farmers to plant their crops, and for small ans are tired of your government’s never-ending tax If you would like to be a part of our proud advertiser campaign, please contact our office at 1-844-GNG-NEWS. business owners to serve their customers. Everyday hikes and deserve to know the truth. You promised essentials like groceries and home heating have also transparency, but yet again are not as advertised.” become more expensive, meaning more Canadians are Scheer has stated that if elected the Conservative just getting by, instead of getting ahead,” Scheer said government will scrap both the carbon tax and fuel tax. Town of Fort Qu’Appelle 160 Company Ave., S. - P.O. Box 309 S0G 1S0 Phone: 306-332-5266 Email: [email protected] Website: www.fortquappelle.com

Council Meeting Dates Summer Fun Kids Camp The next Town of Fort Qu’Appelle council meeting will be held on Thursday, The Town will be offering a kids camp this summer. More information will Thursday, July 25, 2019, the meeting on July 11 and August 8, 2019 has been come at a later date please see our facebook page and website cancelled. Questions? Please contact us at 306-332-5266. Property Tax Notices Summertime Housekeeping Here are some summertime housekeeping items we would like you to keep Notices have been mailed out and a 5 per cent discount will be applied (to in mind: Municipal portion ONLY) if paid by Wednesday, July 31, 2019. • repairing fences that are hazardous • keeping your yard clear of debris and waste Business Licence • removing dilapidated buildings Do you run a home-based business or are a business working in Fort • removing junk vehicles Qu’Appelle? If so, you’re required to get a business license from the town • removing pet waste RI¿FH:HRIIHUD'DLO\RU$QQXDO/LFHQFHSOHDVHFRQWDFWWKHWRZQRI¿FHDW • taking care of inappropriately stored materials 306-332-5266 if you have any questions. Council Comment Water Conservation Great job on the Canada Day Celebrations everyone! Thank you to the public Take note of how much rainfall you have received. Established lawns gen- who came out to support the efforts of the folks who worked hard putting on the erally require approximately 1 inch per week to grow. If this amount of rainfall many events to mark the occasion. is received your lawn will thrive without supplementing watering. Summer has just begun and there is a whole valley full of outdoor activities • Water in the late evening or early morning to reduce evaporation. available to us as well as events coming up in the area. • Water on calm days to prevent wind drift Let’s make an effort to get out and enjoy some of it — it will help us appreciate • Check your hose for leaks or blockages all that we have right here in our own “back yard”! • Don’t water your lawn excessively. It can promote the growth of fungus and Have a great summer! Mayor Jerry Whiting cause your lawn to yellow. • Don’t cut grass shorter that 6-8 cm to ensure roots are well shaded • Aerate your yard once a year in the early spring or late fall. • Ensure your taps are tightened and there are no leaks inside or outside the Town of home. Fort Qu’Appelle • Consider installing a drip or trickle irrigation system. 2IÀFH • Use low rise sprinkler heads. • Clean your driveway with a broom, instead of a hose. 7KH)RUW4X·$SSHOOH7LPHV www.facebook.com/grasslandsnews 6 July 12, 2019 Fundraising calendar on sale now

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The Fort Qu’Appelle Museum’s 2020 Calendar has been printed and is now on sale. The calendar is sold as a fundraiser for the museum and each year brings in about $3,000. The 2020 edition features full colour cover shots of the Qu’Appelle Valley in autumn, a painting “Winter at the Sioux” by Marion Hamilton, a photograph of the first ski lodge, an old train station, at Mission Ridge, and a 1902 sketch of the old Hudson Bay Company ALAN HUSTAK | FORT TIMES Store. There is also a 1964 class picture of elementary 0XVHXPFDOHQGDU school students. %ULDU0DWKHZVRQWULHVWRSLFNKHUJUDQGIDWKHU0D\RU-HUU\:KLWLQJRXWRIDSKRWRJUDSKRIKLV The calendar sells for $20. HOHPHQWDU\VFKRROFODVVZKLFKLVUHSURGXFHGLQWKHPXVHXPFDOHQGDUQRZRQVDOH

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The damaging effects of the Sask. ready facing challenges that were slow- According to the latest report from hurting workers and businesses and it’s Party’s tax hike to construction labour ing it down, and instead of helping it Statistics Canada, the value of residen- driving them to find work and projects is still apparent as the value of residen- get up to speed, the government com- tial building permits dropped over 25 in other provinces – this is a loss for per cent between May 2018 and May tial and non-residential building per- pletely slammed on the brakes,” said everyone,” Wotherspoon said. “Every 2019 — one of the sharpest declines in mits saw another drop, according to the NDP Finance Critic Trent Wotherspoon. month we’re seeing significant job loss the country. The value of non-residen- Saskatchewan NDP. “It’s clear their PST hike needs to be in the construction industry – 5,000 jobs “The construction industry was al- scrapped immediately.” tial building permits also dropped year over year. were lost between June 2018 and June “The impact of that tax hike is still 2019 alone.”

Fort Qu’Appelle tax notices sent DO YOU NEED... PRINTING By Alan Hustak There is a five-month grace period, Grasslands News but as of Jan 1, 2020, if the bill has not Invoices, Bill of Lading, Tickets, been paid a “15 per cent” surcharge Eleven hundred and fifty property “compounded monthly per annum” will Posters or Any Printed Material? tax notices have been sent out in the be applied. mail this month and at its last meeting, The penalty applies to the total bill We can get you what you need at a reasonable price. Fort Qu’Appelle Town Council passed a that remains in arrears as of January Contact us for a free estimate. bylaw to encourage prompt payment. 1st. Under the terms of the property tax As of January 1st last year, about incentive and penalty bylaw, a 5 per $60,000 in unpaid taxes remain to be 1-844-464-6397 Ext. 229 cent discount is offered if the bill is paid collected, or about three per cent of the PRINTING by the end of July. total. NOW KrauseCare Pharmacy OPEN

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SaskTel reported 2018-19 net income Saskatchewan. of $127.4 million and operating revenues These ongoing investments result in of $1,279.6 million for the year ending increased data speeds and improved cov- March 31, 2019. SaskTel’s strong net erage that positively impacts customer income is a result of increased wire- experience and provides the speed and less adoption, a resurgence in internet capabilities needed to travel the inter- growth as customers opt for services net, watch, and listen to multimedia delivered over SaskTel’s fibre network, content and access cloud-based services and growth in the managed and emerg- user (ARPU) from customers selecting 2018-19 (2017-18 – $288.2 million) to im- on smartphone devices without delay. ing services portfolio. The economic the price plans with larger data buck- prove our customers’ experience today Access Network Demand environment, regional wireless pricing, ets and features. Our focus on cus- and create opportunities to provide changing consumer behavior, increas- tomer-first initiatives and our leading additional enhancements and capabili- (2018-19 – $35.1 million) ing competition, and revenue decline network quality, resulted in decreased ties in the future. Capital expenditures The Access Network Demand pro- from legacy wireline services continue postpaid churn and an increase in year excluding IFRS 15 impacts were $282.6 gram is an ongoing program to add to be challenges impacting SaskTel’s over year net subscriber additions of million in 2018-19 and $302.0 million in infrastructure to new neighbourhoods overall growth. 2,503 or 0.4 per cent. 2017-18. and increased capacity in existing “SaskTel is working diligently to en- maxTV, Internet and Data Services Significant Capital Programs in- neighbourhoods so that customers may sure that Saskatchewan residents have cluded: access all the services that SaskTel has maxTV service, internet, and data access to a world-class communications Fibre to the Premises to offer. infrastructure by continuing to invest services revenue increased by $12.1 mil- Other Network Improvements in advanced and comprehensive broad- lion (3.5 per cent). This is driven by (2018-19 – $62.5 million) band networks throughout the prov- increased activations in our expanded The Fibre to the Premises program is (2018-19 – $59.5 million) ince,” Minister Responsible for SaskTel FTTP footprint, richer retail offerings, an ongoing program to upgrade broad- SaskTel has invested in other areas Don Morgan said. “SaskTel will con- and increased customer demand for our band facilities and bring infiNET ser- of its network to increase capacity and tinue to implement state-of-the-art net- high speed internet services. SaskTel’s vice, SaskTel’s fibre optic network, right modernize key components so that it work capabilities and enhance coverage infiNET services saw increased access to our customers’ doors in the following may meet the needs of Saskatchewan across Saskatchewan to provide both growth of 18.0 per cent and has contrib- Saskatchewan locations: Emerald Park, residents and businesses. These im- rural and urban customers with con- uted to increased ARPU growth. Estevan, Humboldt, Martensville, Mel- provements include: capacity improve- sistent and high-quality broadband con- Equipment and Professional Services fort, Melville, Moose Jaw, Nipawin, ments to our wireline and wireless nections to service their ever-increasing Equipment revenue increased by $7.0 Prince Albert, Regina, Rosthern, Sas- networks; improvements to our rural bandwidth consumption.” million (14.0 per cent), due to increased katoon, Swift Current, The Battlefords, transport infrastructure to accommo- “As Saskatchewan’s leading informa- sales of SaskTel’s business-grade com- Tisdale, Warman, Weyburn, White City, date rural growth of fixed and mobile tion and communications technology munications systems and professional and Yorkton. voice, video, and data services; and (ICT) company, we’ve embraced a dig- services, and increased sales of high- The fibre network, which includes expansion of northern fibre facilities, ital transformation strategy that sees er-priced smartphones. over 300,000 fibre-ready premises, can which will bring high speed bandwidth us continue to modernize our systems, deliver download speeds up to 300 Mbps, services to northern residents and busi- reduce costs, and find new ways to serve Marketing Services upload speeds up to 80 Mbps, high-defi- nesses. our customers better,” SaskTel Presi- Marketing services revenue de- nition, and feature-rich media services dent and CEO Doug Burnett said. “To SaskTel Facility Renovation creased to $30.2 million in 2018-19, from to seven high-definition televisions si- remain successful, SaskTel will focus $33.7 million in 2017-18, a decrease of multaneously, the ability to record up (2018-19 – $16.4 million) on delivering an outstanding customer $3.5 million (10.4 per cent). Profits and to four shows at once, while lowering SaskTel facilities are a vital part experience, evolving our existing prod- cash flows remain strong while continu- ongoing customer delivery costs. of SaskTel’s network. These facilities ucts, developing new IP-based products ing to exceed the traditional directory host a large amount of critical network and managed services, and providing industry, which has experienced signif- LTE and Wi-Fi (2018-19 – $34.7 million) equipment used to provide telecommu- professional services that will help cus- icant financial pressures and ongoing SaskTel’s wireless LTE network is the nications services to SaskTel customers. tomers implement solutions for their revenue declines since its peak in 2008. largest LTE network in Saskatchewan The current facility renovation program ICT requirements.” SaskTel’s strategy is to maintain its Sas- and covers 99 per cent of the residents in includes replacing end-of-life electrical katchewan leading marketing services the province. SaskTel customers enjoy Financial Highlights equipment, which will provide greater product suite through its advertising access to SaskTel’s selectWI-FI, which The 2018-19 financial measures high- capacity, reliability, and maintainabil- bundles (print and digital media prod- provides them with unlimited free data light SaskTel’s achievement of our tar- ity. Building upgrades will protect the ucts), continued growth of its new Dig- in over 2,400 locations spread across 30 gets for shareholder value, revenue, net critical site’s infrastructure from air ital Out of Home billboard media line communities in Saskatchewan, making income, and capital intensity. All of our and water and provide greater energy of business, and new product diversifi- it the largest Wi-Fi network available in key financial measures are focused on efficiency. cation supported by an ability to prove ensuring insight into the continuous solid return on investment to its cus- improvement of SaskTel’s long-term tomers. financial performance. This focus is important given industry changes that Security Monitoring are placing pressure on SaskTel’s reve- Services Security monitoring reve- nue, costs, and profit margins, and the nue increased $1.8 million to $28.6 mil- need to make significant investments in lion in 2018-19, due to customer growth Your NEWS capital programs that are transforming and increased use of value-added fea- our networks, operations, and service tures, such as SaskTel’s smartHOME offerings. security that provides security and au- SaskTel paid dividends of $116.3 mil- tomation technology for residential and lion to Crown Investments Corporation business consumers. SaskTel continues Your during the fiscal year ending March 31, to actively seek out business growth 2019, an increase of $26.4 million over both organically and through customer WAY the previous year. During the last five account acquisitions. fiscal years, SaskTel paid a total of $349.9 million in dividends, while maintaining International Software Solutions a debt ratio within industry standards. and Consulting Operating Highlights Software and consulting services (Excluding impacts of IFRS 15 for revenue decreased to $6.6 million in year over year comparability) 2018-19, down $2.3 million from 2017-18, SaskTel’s revenue is composed primarily due to lower enhancements primarily of wireless (41.4 per cent); and decreased maintenance and support maxTV service, internet, and data (28.8 fees, partially offset by increased profes- per cent); local access, enhanced ser- sional services. vices, and long distance (17.2 per cent). Other Services Legacy revenue continues to decline but Other services revenue was consis- this is offset by revenue growth in fixed tent with 2017-18. In 2018-19, this port- Whether it’s a print subscription
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The Kinsmen Foun- ond day we dealt with the help. Providing that help Kinettes Clubs work centre to receive special- dation handed out more organizational requests.” is a tremendous feeling hard to raise the money ized treatment.” than $1.8 million dollars The organizational re- for the 19 volunteers who for Telemiracle but they Being a part of this to Saskatchewan families quests vary from $50,000 comprised the Founda- never get to see this side of the process is also and organizations during up to $200,000 - the larger tion board. side… They know the changing the lives of the its June monthly meet- ones generally from or- “Emotions run high in money is dispersed in board members. Kirwan ing including residents ganizations such as the the room because even Saskatchewan (you have played a key role in two of Melville, Grayson, Health Foundation or though we’re not person- to be a Saskatchewan Telemiracle events help- Ituna, Fort Q’Appelle and Stars Air Ambulance. ally involved we want to resident with a health ing behind the scenes Whitewood. (Personal requests have do what’s right for every- card to be eligible) but and says it was a lot of The meeting marked been as high as $90,000.) one. We feel the pain of they don’t see where fun but helping disperse the end of the fiscal The Kinsmen Founda- the people who need the the money actually goes the funds has given him year for the Foundation, tion works closely with money and fell the joy and I didn’t either until a new drive to continue which benefits from the these organizations to when we’re able to grant last year when I became volunteering countless annual Kinsmen and ensure every resident of money. vice-governor and gained hours each year. Kinettes Telemiracle Saskatchewan can meet “Two months ago we a seat on the board. “This has definitely fundraiser held at the be- their medical needs to granted money to an “It’s a remarkable feel- given me a new lease ginning of March. live as full a life as pos- individual and when ing to sit in the board- on my involvement with Melville’s Steve Kir- sible. They also work we called her from the room and (be a part of Kinsmen/Kinettes and wan is the Saskatchewan hand-in-hand with occu- boardroom and put her the process).” Telemiracle and has Kinsmen & Kinettes Dis- STEVE KIRWAN pational therapists and on speaker to tell her the They are making a changed my persepective. trict Governor for Dis- Saskatchewan Health to good news - there wasn’t huge difference in peo- “We are giving people trict 3 and, as such, serves He adds September ensure people get exactly a dry eye in the room.” ple’s lives - Kirwan es- money the changes their on the Foundation board. is also a busy month as what they need. It re-affirms all the timates 90 per cent of lives and when you get He says they received a they generally receive a The Foundation has hard work and hours put the funds they grant are to experience that first- record number of grant lot of emergency applica- requirements that must in by all the volunteers changing people’s lives. hand, it makes you want applications during June tions arising from sum- be met before funds are who work tirelessly each “Whether it’s being able to continue volunteering and spent two days pour- mer activities. dispersed but Kirwan year for Telemiracle is to buy groceries for to ensure the Telemiracle ing over the applications The dollar amount says they are the last re- worth it. the family or sending a telethon is a mainstay for at the Foundation office handed out is also huge sort for people needing “Our Kinsmen and young child to a larger years to come.” in Saskatoon. They do but Kirwan admits part this every month except of that is due to June rep- March as that month is resenting the end of their spent focusing on prepar- fiscal year. He explains ing for and hosting the they hold off on approv- WEEK OF JULY 7 TO 13, 2019 live telethon. ing some organizational HOROSCOPE THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: CAPRICORN, AQUARIUS AND PISCES “We received 257 ap- applications until the plications which was the end of the year to ensure highest number of appli- individuals and families ARIES CANCER LIBRA CAPRICORN cations evaluated in one receive funding first. It’s time for a change You’ll succeed in finish- You’ve calculated your You’ll feel the need to and you’re ready for it. ing all your work before vacation expenses more bring your loved ones sitting at a board meet- “In the June meeting You’ll use your va-cation leaving on vacation. than once. However, together. There’s also ing. Typically we receive we spent the first day to start working on a During the high season, all the tourist some details always slip time to relax at work around 130 applications dealing with personal new business project or to look for a destinations will be full, so don’t leave through the cracks, so make sure to this week. Take longer lunch breaks to new job. You’ll also think about it to the last minute to make your have a backup fund. Calling off an socialize with your colleagues, employ- each month.” applications then the sec- redecorating your home. reservations. activity or two will allow you to travel ees and associates. without worry. LEO AQUARIUS TAURUS SCORPIO At work, you’ll partici- You’ll make the excel- You’ll use your vacation People will take notice pate in training ses- lent decision to spend time to work on proj- 7KH)RUW7LPHV of your initiative this sions, conferences or your vacation at home. ects, for both your week. At work and in negotiations. In your However, your idea of home and your job. your personal life, you’ll create 3XEOLVKHG)ULGD\V personal life, you’ll be tired of doing redoing your landscaping is a project Don’t forget to unwind and spend opportunities and exploit them to everything for your partner. You’ll that will take up most of your time, some time with friends. their full advantage. A second coffee need to take drastic measures to leaving you little opportunity to Visit us at grasslandsnews.ca and some vitamins are all you need to change certain habits. relax. PISCES feel a burst of energy. Fun and joy will domi- Phone 1-844-GNG-NEWS VIRGO GEMINI SAGITTARIUS nate this week, and You’ll be on the move you’ll have more than You may not leave all You tend to stress about this week. Don’t for- one reason to party. your worries behind the cost of living and get your list before You’ll start to think about what you’ll when you leave on vaca- plan your vacation heading to the grocery read during your next vacation, tion, as certain tasks may require expenses carefully. Remember that store, or you’ll risk making more but it won’t be an easy choice to you to stay in contact with the office. memories are worth every penny than one trip. You’ll be extra chatty make. Don’t neglect your responsi- In your romantic life, a new love inter- spent. Love comes when you least est might take their time before this week, especially with people who bilities. expect it. asking you out on a second date. love to argue.

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By Judy Hershmiller family council meeting to take place at a truly quality event. We thank you for a.m. to 5 p.m. until after the long week- Balcarres Correspondent the Centre on July 31 at 2 p.m. Please your continued support and hope you end in September. Three rooms of art come with questions or concerns you will once again be able to attend. are on display. The club and its mem- may have. There will be a representa- Integrated Care Centre News Another interesting aspect of this bers are also planning to participate tive from each department on hand to club is the Prairie Winds Gallery, which in the Mid Summer’s Art Festival that The Canada Day long weekend was answer questions. is open for the summer months follow- takes place Aug. 3. spent with family and friends calling in Extended Care Centre News at the Centre to take their loved ones out ing the show in the Tourist Booth train The artists are very proud to cele- for a visit and see community events, or Residents at the Centre enjoyed station along the Highway #10 in Fort brate 48 years of art and invite you to visitors came in for a bit of social time. participating in the planned activities Qu’Appelle. Hours of operation are 10 come out and enjoy some time with us. Sincere sympathy to Bill Gherasim during the week. Sister Theresa came and family on the passing of Flo Ghera- in to conduct chapel time on July 7. sim. Our thoughts and prayers are with Joe Englot went out to the farm in 19071PS1 you at this sad time. Abernethy on July 1 to spend the day On July 2 Linda Bray and Crystal with family. He also enjoyed a trip out Zeller visited the Centre and musically on his scooter. lead the residents through a sing-a-long Vince Gyorfi enjoyed a visit with his time. In the afternoon bingo games were daughter Dianne and son-in-law who enjoyed. Straight line winners were called in on July 7. Leon Stonechild (two games), Elmer Joe Hegyi enjoyed a visit with Miller, Gilbert Bellegarde and Cecilia friends, Mike and Sonia, who visited Flamont. The two outside line games during the week. were won by Marilyn Nichols and one Happy birthday to Tom Kirk who cel- outside line game was won by Gilbert ebrated his birthday during the week. Bellegarde. The blackout games went Maurice Martin enjoyed company to Don Hershmiller, Gilbert Bellegarde during the week. and Ida Miller. Julius Molnar went out with his Joshua An came in to wow residents nephew, Cory Szyli, to spend some so- and staff with his piano solos on July cial time on the farm. 3. In the afternoon Gordon Stephan of Nora Nakonechny enjoyed a visit Melville entertained for the monthly with her niece, Monica Wilson during birthday party. A birthday lunch was the week. enjoyed preceding Gordon’s music. Dorothy Wilkes enjoyed a visit with Happy birthday to Eunice Martin, July her son Brian and daughter-in- law 11; Clayton Starr, July 15 and Winnifred Donna during the week. Prokuda, July 22. Qu’Appelle Valley Artists Show and Sale Coffee in the courtyard was enjoyed On July 13 and 14 the Qu’Appelle on July 4. The residents gathered to Valley Artists Show and Sale will take have their coffee break, while enjoying place in the lower hall of the historical the birds and flowers of summer. In the Sacred Heart Church in Lebret. This afternoon beach ball soccer games were year marks the 48th Anniversary of the played. Art Club and special plans have been On July 5 the residents that par- taken to mark this a special weekend. ticipate in the walking program were Show hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Satur- busy with this activity. In the afternoon day and Sunday. bingo was enjoyed. Straight line win- The premises are wheelchair ac- ners were Leon Stonechild (two games), cessible, our admission is only $2 and Lillian and Maureen Selinger. Hilary we provide a beverage and goodies for McKay and Audrey Large won the let- your enjoyment. Many of the artists are ter L games. The four corners game was present during the show to answer any won by Leon Stonechild, and Don and questions you may have and it’s always Judy Hershmiller won the two lines nice to meet the person who created the game. The blackout games went to Don artwork that catches your eye. Hershmiller and June Betham. Approximately 200 pieces of original July 6 and 7 were spent quietly with artwork will be on display. Works in oil, family and friends popping in for visits. acrylic, pastel, pen and ink, coloured Coming Events pencil and watercolour, as well as an Residents will be looking forward to assortment of cards and hasti-notes can taking the bus for a trip to Abernethy all be found at our show. for the annual fair on July 26. Any fam- Over the years our July show atten- ily member who would like to accom- dance averages around 600 people for pany their loved one to the fair, please the two days. There are many familiar contact the recreation department. faces among those who return yearly ob- It’s that time of year again for the viously recognizing our show as being grasslandsprinting.ca

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