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VOL. 87 NO. 49 PMR #40007604 Spiritwood, Saskatchewan Thursday, December 5, 2019 www.spiritwoodherald.com 205 in attendance at 2019 Festival of Treats

From left: Brad Nemish, Grant Lavoie, and Neil Buswell enjoying some social time after supper.

Wild blueberry sauce, succulent stuffed field with a new layer of shale put in this fall. Auctioneering took the stand next for a mix door prize. pork roast, and chicken parmesan were on Both diamonds were given an undercoat of of comedy and auctioneering for the dessert The comedy stylings of Schawn Lacomber the menu from Marion’s Burger Bar at the screenings to help with drainage and new auction. brought in a plethora of laughter from all 2019 Festival of Treats. The event has been grass seed was put in at the common area The 16 remaining desserts after the Pick ends of the room with jokes being made hosted by Spiritwood Minor Ball for the past and the drainage swails. of the Litter was won by Taylor Kuffert about the town’s impossible to miss pink few years as a fundraiser for the Ball Dia- Upcoming activities include moving the brought in a whopping $4,975, with buy- house and the fire hydrant in the middle mond Restoration Project. This year’s event far diamond, redoing the fencing, adding ers Patrick Booth, Aaron Dauvin (2), Vic- of the cull-de-sac. After much prodding at brought in between $12,000-13,000 to go dugouts and shale, moving the kitchen, and tor Kuffert, Jodie Saam, Terry Wingerter, Larry Ledinski, Lacomber chose to pro- towards these upgrades to the diamonds. installing bathrooms. The goal is to have Larry Ledinski, Alex Beauchense, Fred and nounce him the new mayor of Spiritwood, Tanis Franson, the event’s main organiz- the project completed by 2021 when Spirit- Marlene Walter, Dana Doucette, Laurie Le- at least for the remainder of the comedy er, provided an update after supper on the wood is scheduled to host the Parkland Mi- dinski, Curtis Schmidt, Gary Vonholwede, show that is. project’s status. nor Ball tournament. Kevin Latus, Scott Haggerty, and Darcy Once the comedy show rolled to a close, Drainage on the diamonds saw the num- A plaque was presented to Paul Durette in Gatzke. DJ Trevor Pauls rolled out a mix of beats ber of cancelled games drop from 16 games recognition of his dedication to Spiritwood Other fundraising initiatives included a with everything from old country to new in 2018 to 3 in 2019. The main diamond Minor ball and all the work he has put into heads or tails game that was won by Pauline pop. Attendees had a great time visiting, has received a new backstop, first and third the diamond restoration project. Gagne and a raffle won by Michelle Ander- dancing, and laughing. baseline fencing, dugouts, and a redone in- Kelly Schneider from Boechler-Schira sar. Brenda Tipton won the big poinsettia More photos on page 2

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Guests were enter- Tanis Franson presenting Paul Durette tained by the comedy with a plaque recognizing his dedication Taylor Kuffert was the winner of the Pick stylings of Schawn La- to the Spiritwood Ball Diamonds Resto- of the Litter draw, and got the first choice Fred Walter and Kelly Schneider came comber. ration Project. of a dessert. for a good time and a little auction action.

The Marion’s Burger Bar team put on a spectacu- Guests danced late into the night. lar meal for all the guests. The Festival was enjoyed everyone, young and old. Local man making professional boxing debut

Stuart Twardsik grew father Stuart Twardsik. The seven-time provin- ship in Kansas City, Mis- up in Big River and began He has an extensive back- cial champion has a long souri. During this time, he training as a boxer at the ground in amateur boxing, list of achievements from trained at Ring 83 in Mon- age of 10, coached by his having fought in 94 bouts. his amateur career. In treal with Russ Amber, and 2004 he was awarded the with Sergio Martinez and National Bronze Medal Gabriel Camillo in Oxnard, in Prince George, B.C. In California. 2006 he won the Bramp- He took some time off ton Cup in Brampton, Ont. from the ring for a few The desserts up for auction looked as beautiful as In 2007 he took home the years but has returned to they were delicious. Games Silver Med- the boxing scene recently, al in Whitehorse, YK. 2008 feeling better than ever was a big year for Twardsik with his wife Candace as as he received the National his manager. His last ama- Gold Medal in Windsor teur bout took place on Oct. Ont., the Brandenburg Cup 26, 2019 in North Battl- Silver Medal in Germany, eford, where he was award- the Youth Commonwealth ed Best Male Fighter of the Games Gold Medal in Pune, Night. PICK OF India, and was nominated Coming up on Dec. 6, for Athlete of the Year. 2019 Twardsik will make THE WEEK In 2009, he won the his professional boxing de- Ringside World Champion- but in Edmonton, Alta. (9505UA) 2017 F250 C/C XLT 4X4 160” WB $53,995* December 11, 2019 Witchekan Wildlife Federation 6.7L-V8/ Kylss Entry/ SYNC/ 7:00 p.m. Rvrs Snsng/ Rvrs Cmr/ NAV/ Horn Scoring Trlr Tw Pkg/ Rng Brds/ Tlgt Turkeys, Hams and other prizes Stp/ Ruby Red 66kms* Saturday, Dec. 14 Presented by 7:00 p.m. Little Wonders Toll Free 1-800-667-3353 Ag Barn in Spiritwood #2 Highway West, Watrous, SK DL907154 Clubhouse (preschool) Bring your unused 2019 hunting tags for a www.centennialford.sk.ca at Shell Lake Lions Hall chance to win a $75 gift certificate to Cabela’s *Kms and price in thousands. Taxes not included in price. December 5, 2019 www.spiritwoodherald.com Spiritwood Herald 3 New and experienced curlers come out for annual Grey Goose Funspiel

The Spiritwood Curling Club hosts a to have a bit of fun. playing three four-end games where funspiel each year at the rink for some There were eight teams playing in this the rules are decided upon by the teams lighthearted curling that is a great way year’s Grey Goose Funspiel, including a playing. Some curlers tried out a couple for new people to try out the sport and couple teams with brand new curlers. of their best trick shots, while others an opportunity for experienced curlers The tournament format has each team simply tried their best to slide out of the hack without ending up on their back- side. There was a chuck-a-puck 50/50 won by Garret Reddekop who took home $65 for being able to toss his puck clos- est to the button at the opposite end of the sheet. The normal 50/50 was won by Lynna Buswell who took home $130. The liquor raffle traditionally has a bottle of Grey Goose vodka as the first prize as an homage to the name of the tournament. This and the second prize raffle item were won by Todd Turgeon while Andy Marsollier and Derryk Franson took home the two remaining items. The Curling club donated four t-shirts From left: Andy Marsollier, Todd Turgeon, and Derryk Franson as a door prize. These were won by the Some dressed up for the fun at the Grey Goose were the winners of the Grey Goose raffle. Sullivan team. Funspiel.

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Time is a funny little thing, isn’t finally prepared to leave behind it? decades of finger pointing and Given the right circumstances shirking our responsibilities, in — or the wrong ones, depending favour of rolling up our sleeves upon how you look at it — an hour and putting in the work to pro- can feel like a month and a day vide these communities with can feel like an eternity. the hope and the resources they And yet, on the other hand, it needed. often seems like one can blink Instead, we blinked. and somehow miss out on an en- JORDAN In that briefest moment in tire year in that split second dur- which our eyes were closed, three WISS ing which one’s eyes are closed. T years flew by. And when our eyes For the people of the Makwa ~ finally opened again, we inexpli- Sahgaiehcan First Nation in Columnist cably found ourselves in almost northern Saskatchewan, it must exactly the same situation. feel that time is simply standing Over the past four weeks, the still, or revolving in an infinite loop. Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation has been Just three years ago, the First Nations shaken by three suicides, including those of a community was one of a number in Sas- 10-year-old girl and a father in his early 40s. katchewan that garnered national media There have also been no fewer than eight attention when six young Aboriginal girls suicide attempts, by mostly young people. took their own lives. The others, as you may The suicides and attempted suicides recall, were La Ronge, Stanley Mission, and prompted the First Nation to declare a state Deschambault Lake. of crisis. In response, the provincial gov- At that time, all of Canada seemed to come ernment has sent 11 crisis counsellors to body count will make the federal and pro- ing opportunities available to them that give together around these four Saskatchewan the community to provide assistance to the vincial governments take these crises seri- them the ability to envision themselves be- communities — as well as the Attawapiskat grieving. ously? ing happy and healthy in the future.” First Nation in Ontario and the Shamattawa It’s encouraging, of course, to see the prov- Makwa Sahgaiehcan and other First Na- These words are as true now as they were First Nation in , both of which ince mobilize its resources so quickly to re- tion communities like it are far beyond the back then. They stand as incontrovertible grappled with suicide crises earlier that spond to a community in need. Hopefully it need for the band-aid solutions and tem- evidence that something significant has to same year. will be enough to turn the tide of the crisis. porary fixes that the provincial and federal change locally, provincially, and federally. Political leaders, including then-Premier But at the same time, it’s hard not to governments keep on supplying. Sitting in Shellbrook, or Blaine Lake, or Brad Wall, paid visits to the First Nations. wonder why we’re in this very same situa- What they need are permanent resources Big River, or Spiritwood, you may feel as They said the right words and made the right tion three years later, and why nothing ever and a long-term strategy to meet the needs though there’s nothing you can do. promises, all with utter sincerity. seems to get better for these communities. of their people — not just when it comes to But, if nothing else, you can join the They even “parachuted” social workers For, if we’re being honest with ourselves, mental health, but also in healthcare, hous- Christmas card campaign that was started and mental health workers into the com- we’ve been reading the same headlines over ing, employment, and so much more. by former Makwa Sahgaiehcan resident Lin- munities, to help them find their footing and and over again for far more than just the A little over three years ago, I said of the da Johnson to remind someone in the com- begin to move forward in the face of unfath- past three years. children living in these communities: “They munity that people care. omable tragedy. How many Indigenous lives need to be need the hope that comes from a sense of Cards can be mailed to: Makwa Sah- It seemed, then, that we had all heard the prematurely ended before we move beyond community, and stability in their home lives. gaiehcan School, BOX 519, Loon Lake, Sask., wake-up call loud and clear. That we were pretty words and hollow promises? What They need the hope that comes from hav- SOM 1LO. A walk around town: women’s volleyball

By Alison Sullivan and play a total of six sets, women’s world champion- of the game. You might find them in two against each of the oth- ships were held, and 69 Despite the seemingly Leoville, Medstead, or Spir- er three teams. years before it became an limiting population size of itwood. They might be play- Between all the laughing Olympic sport. our community, there are ing on a Monday, Tuesday, and smiling going on, there Volleyball, like most quite a few people with an or Wednesday night. was also some great vol- sports that separate two awful lot of initiative that Regardless of the day or leyball being played. There teams with a net and an help make the community location, one thing is for were women from a few dif- objective to land the object the lively and active place certain, this group of wom- ferent ethnicities and many of play in the other team’s it is. en love to play volleyball. different levels of play, but court, isn’t restricted by There certainly is no It was a Wednesday night all of them were there for time but by a team reaching shortage of opportunity to at the Spiritwood High the same reasons, a bit of a certain number of points. get out for a bit of recreation School gym when I went out fun and recreation. The longest game ever and a bit of fun, or even to watch a bit of this adult Hardly a game when by recorded happened in Kin- for some entertainment if recreational league myself. without a few very impres- A little bit of action from the women’s volleyball ston, North Carolina and watching is what you enjoy. Nine teams of women sive serves, a couple of ter- league. lasted 75 hours and thirty While I enjoy playing a participate in the weekly rifying spikes, and some minutes. great number of sports my- evening volleyball that runs lengthy rallies. when it was developed in cial ball to be developed for Luckily the women in self, volleyball is one that I from October through De- Volleyball is the sport’s 1895 in Holyoke, Massachu- the game, 47 years before Spiritwood aren’t that com- am happy to sit on the side- cember. Four teams will get second name, having first setts by William G. Morgan. men’s world championships petitive, otherwise I may lines for, and appreciate the together on a given night been called Mintonette It took five years for a spe- were held, 57 years before not have made it to the end talent on the court. VIEWPOINT December 5, 2019 www.spiritwoodherald.com Spiritwood Herald 5 Report from the Legislature

For the past 12 years, people, Saskatchewan cubators has increased companies and 83 inves- Saskatchewan has been has succeeded in over- momentum in the prov- tors have been approved growing – more people, coming obstacles and ince’s digital economy, for tax credits that have more jobs and more in- challenges. making Saskatoon the triggered over $3 million vestment in our fami- Saskatchewan’s popu- second-fastest growing in private investment; lies and communities. lation has grown to its tech job market in Can- Supporting the We want to ensure this highest level in a centu- ada. Made-in-Saskatchewan strong growth contin- ry. There are more peo- Our government’s plan Technology (MIST) pro- ues. Your Saskatchewan ple working than at any is to triple the growth of gram to allow compa- Party government has time in our history. We Saskatchewan’s technol- nies access to public sec- HON. SCOTT MOE, HON. JEREMY HARRISON a new Growth Plan for PREMIER are increasingly globally ogy sector by 2030. This tor partners to test and MLA a new decade so that ~ connected as a province includes: refine their technologies ~ everyone continues to MLA for Rosthern - – new from Meadow Aggressively pursu- and serve as a launching benefit from a growing Shellbrook 180 countries call Sas- Lake ing new measures to pad towards new sales Toll Free: Toll Free: province. 1-855-793-3422 katchewan home and 1-877-234-6669 retain and attract large- and customers; and Our plan for the next [email protected] our products are sold to [email protected] scale tech employers in Positioning govern- decade of growth is a 156 countries around the Saskatchewan to anchor ment as a test-bed and roadmap for a grow- From supporting com- world. Our agricultural and services, as well as the province’s technol- platform for the adop- ing province with key munities through $2.5 and natural resources the adoption of leading- ogy ecosystem; tion of Saskatchewan- targets such as growing billion in revenue shar- feed and fuel the world. edge processes for in- Ensuring investors based technology to our population to 1.4 ing to investing $30 bil- Through innovation, dustry will help our in- are aware and accessing create made-in-Sas- million people, creating lion in infrastructure we are increasing the dustries stay competitive Saskatchewan’s “Patent katchewan solutions to 100,000 new jobs, in- and reducing surgical growth and sustainabil- and open up new mar- Box” incentive which re- public sector challenges. creasing exports by 50 wait times, our new ity of our agricultural kets while contributing duces the corporate tax This will assist technol- per cent and agriculture Growth Plan will ensure and resource industries. to new technologies and rate to six per cent for ogy entrepreneurs in our value-added revenue to a strong economy, strong Saskatchewan’s future practices to help achieve income taxes generated province to land their $10 billion. families and a stronger economic success is in- the province’s climate- through the commer- first major customer, Saskatchewan’s Saskatchewan. creasingly dependent on change goals. cialization of innovation validate their technology Growth Plan for 2020 Saskatchewan has al- knowledge and innova- Saskatchewan’s tech- in Saskatchewan; and commercialize their to 2030 outlines 20 key ways been a province tion. Rapid technologi- nology sector is a growth Supporting the Sas- innovation – creating actions our government of abundance and op- cal changes, including driver in our economy katchewan Technol- new businesses and jobs. will undertake in the portunity. Our province advancements in auto- and an important future ogy Start-up Incentive Examples of recent 2020s to build a strong is home to natural re- mation and artificial in- enabler of growth in our (STSI). Introduced in success and details and growing province source wealth that is the telligence will continue agriculture and resource 2018, the STSI has ad- of our government’s and ensure we remain envy of nations around to impact our economy sectors. The combina- dressed a need for capital Growth Plan for the next on track to realize the 30 the globe. Because of over the next decade. tion of existing research investment in emerging decade can be found on- goals we look to achieve the hard work, optimism Supporting the creation infrastructure and two startups in Saskatche- line at saskgrowthplan. by 2030. and innovation of its of innovative products new technological in- wan. As of April 2019, 26 ca. Premiers Moe, Ford and Higgs sign nuclear energy agreement

On Sunday, Saskatchewan Premier helping us unlock economic poten- low-cost energy for both on-grid and orative approach to reducing emis- Scott Moe, Ontario Premier Doug tial across Canada, including rural off-grid communities, connect more sions and growing the economy in Ford and New Brunswick Premier and remote regions. remote and rural areas of our prov- a way that meets the specific needs Blaine Higgs released the following We have signed a Memorandum of ince, and benefit energy-intensive and economic priorities of each joint statement: Understanding (MOU), committing industries, including the mining and province. “Ontario, Saskatchewan and New to collaborate on the development manufacturing sectors. It could also We look forward to continuing to Brunswick agreed today to work to- and deployment of innovative, ver- drive economic growth and export work together on innovative energy gether to explore new, cutting-edge satile and scalable nuclear reactors, opportunities as these technologies solutions and creating the best busi- technology in nuclear power genera- known as Small Modular Reactors are further adopted across the coun- ness environment to attract jobs and tion to provide carbon-free, afford- (SMRs), right here in Canada. try and around the world. growth in regions right across the able, reliable, and safe energy, while SMRs could generate clean and Our governments support a collab- country.”

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Classics like Twister, kids until their parents Yahtzee, and Candyland are able to collect them Authority volunteer were among the games after work. being played by about 14 The Wapiti Regional kids from both Hartley Library Headquarters opportunities Clark and Rivier schools have different kits that during early dismissal can be ordered to help The Volunteer Service Department is in need of caring, day on Nov. 27. The kids provide some creative compassionate and committed volunteers to fill the follow- were having a great time extracurricular activities ing service positions: trying out all the games to kids. Larissa Swityk- Parent-Tot Program – Spiritwood and District Health and trying to get through Conacher, the main or- Complex (306) 883-4432 all. ganizer, says there are Mothers and/or fathers along with their young children The Spiritwood Lit- a variety of kits that may visit residents on a one-to-one basis or in small groups. eracy Partnership in can be borrowed, and Parents are responsible for their children at all times. conjunction with Links they are all great ways Shifts: Flexible, once or twice per week. to Learning Inc. and the to learn. Some that they Entertainment – Evergreen Health Centre (306) 984- Spiritwood Library host have tried out are Hal- 2136 an activity afternoon loween crafts, Lego, 3D Volunteer performers (Musicians, magicians, actors, etc.) every month on early pens, Easter eggs, and Shelley and Megan Allard spinning the wheel for a share their talents with residents in long-term care. Other dismissal day to occupy Ozabots. game of twister. volunteers assist by inviting residents to a specific area for entertainment, parties, sing-a-longs, etc. Assist with snacks, lunches, etc. “On Call” Volunteers – Hafford Special Care Home (306) 549-2108 Extra volunteers are often needed for the long term care residents on an “on-call” basis, to assist with outings, par- ties, social gatherings, shopping trips, taking residents to appointments, etc. Shifts: As needed If you are interested in this or any other Volunteer ser- vice position, or if you have a particular skill or talent you would like to share with the patients, residents or clients, please call your local health care facility to apply. You can Kids having fun building trains in Ticket to Ride. also reach the Volunteer Services Department at (306) 765- Caleb was the big win- 6010, by email at [email protected] or find us on the ner of the game Stone web at www.paphr.ca. We look forward to matching your 19121TT0 Soup. talents and interests with the right position for you. Shellbrook Chronicle Spiritwood Herald Office will be closed from December 20/19 @ Noon to December 29/20 Regular office hours will resume on December 30, 2020. Shellbrook Chronicle Spiritwood Herald Advertising Deadline is Monday, Dec. 16/19 for December 19th, December 26th & January 2nd papers. Wishing You Health, Lots of Laughter And A Newsworthy Season May your holiday season contain all the makings of lasting memories for you and your loved ones. We thank our customers, friends and readers for your continued support.

Main Street, Shellbrook 306-747-2442 AGRICULTURE December 5, 2019 www.spiritwoodherald.com Spiritwood Herald 7 Yields aren’t the farm’s only measure of success

Yield has always been years. ers generally turn to crop it margin, especially if require maximizing nu- the first measuring stick Since 2011-12 yields protection products, but yields are still impacted. trient levels and apply- for success on the farm, have risen from anCalvin aver- there are new pressures There is a balance be- ing chemicals to protect and is still generally pro- age of 34 bu. per acre to a on that side of things too, tween price received, every bushel of potential moted as the goal, but 2016-18 average Danielsof 41, ac- new regulations regard- yields produced and the yield. the question that should cording to a recentOn West Agriculture- ing long-used standbys cost to produce those But, in spending to be asked is if added pro- ern Producer story. such as glyphosate. yields in terms of a maximize production the duction is achieved at an While yields are up, Moving forward farm- farmer actually making producer also increases CALVIN assured cost of produc- with only five years to ers are going to face money. a risk. When weather -- tion that leads to profit- go to get to the Council DANIELS greater regulations when Yields whether 30, 40 still the key element in ability. goal of 52 bushels, things ~ looking to the farm or 52 bushels per acre is production -- impacts For example the Cano- would need to jump mas- sprayer to fix in-field is- not a guarantee of profit. things in a negative way, la Council of Canada has sively in those few years. sues. There are other variables the bills for fertilizer and an established a 2025 As canola has taken fields. And as some long-used that the aforementioned chemical must still be goal of 26 million tonnes over as the main cash Such conditions are chemicals are restricted, Council goal does not paid, regardless of the of seed production based crop across much of the among reasons for in- expect new replacements address in terms of the lower yield. on an average prairie Canadian Prairies, acres creasing pressure from to cost more. farmer. While yield increases yield of 52 bushels per devoted to the crop have weeds, bugs and disease With any application The yield goal does au- are a measuring stick, acre. increased, and that at which puts pressure on of chemical whether to tomatically favour the without an eye of profits The push by produc- times has meant push- keeping yields increas- control weeds, bugs, or bottom line of seed com- over cost-of-production, ers to boost production ing rotations, and put- ing. disease, add to the cost of panies, fertilizer sellers, those yields might not has generally been in the ting canola fields in close To deal with weeds, production for a crop and and chemical companies be as positive as a quick right direction in recent proximity to other canola bugs and disease produc- that can narrow the prof- since such a yield will look might suggest. Spiritwood Pioneer Centre activities By Armand Smith Storozuk in third. Armond had the The last cribbage session for No- Solinger. The Pioneer centre was busy in the first 24-hand of the evening and Irene vember saw Eleanor Pallo take the On Nov. 24 the Senior Centre held month of November with BINGOS, Marion 50/50. high score again, followed by Armand their Christmas Supper starting at Kaiser, and Cribbage. Every Thursday On Nov. 15, there was a good turn- Smith and Mavis Crossland. Liz 4 PM. The group enjoyed the Youth BINGO is played starting at 2:00 PM, out again with Geri Solinger having Valette got the first 24-hand and John Mennonite Choir from Leoville. They followed by some dainties, coffee, and the highest number of points. Loar- Delfrari won the 50-50. sang many Christmas songs in four- visiting. The centre was busy with five raine Lavoie placed second followed The monthly Kaiser tournament part harmony. Almost seventy seniors sessions of Cribbage. by Helen Mack. Anita Guimond had was held on Nov. 17 with a good turn sat down to a very tasty turkey supper On Nov. 1, twenty-two people came the winning 50/50 ticket and also out. Paul Durette had the high score catered by Marion’s Burger Bar. out to try their luck at Cribbage. won the five dollars for having the for men followed by Sal Tipton. Ann Door prize winners were Rosanne Rosanne Smith had the high score, first 24-hand. Marie Laventure took first prize for Smith, Wallace Duhaime, Roze Sza- while Doris Colley placed second and Eleanor Pallo had the high score on women followed by Rita Bonneau in bo, Helen Krelow, Gilles Oulette, and Anita Guimond came in third. Anita Nov. 21, with Linda Newton coming second. The 50/50 winner was Doug Norman Colley. also won the 50/50. in second and Mavis Crossland plac- On Nov. 8, six tables played. Ed ing third. Helen Mack won the prize MEADOW LAKE LIVESTOCK SALES LTD. Crossland placed first followed by for the first 24-hand. Rosanne Smith To consign cattle or Armand Smith in second and Donna won the 50/50. for on-farm appraisals please contact Leoville Seniors celebrate Brent, Blair or Brody Sat., December 7, 2019 birthdays and anniversaries Bred Cow & Heifer Sale 1:00 p.m. Wed., December 11, 2019 Regular Sale 9:00 a.m. All Breeds Presort Internet Sale 11:00 am Producers wishing to market cattle prior to sale day please contact the office306-236-3411 for delivery. the electronic auction market Your independently owned & operated livestock marketing facility - working with the producers’ best interest in mind teamwww.teamauctionsales.com

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Though Saskatche- list includes three of to work for Canadians da’s industries over the Saskatchewan and fea- grateful for the oppor- wan may still be unhap- the four MPs elected to from coast to coast.” last four years,” Hoback turing a 70 per cent In- tunity and I look for- py with the results of represent ridings in the First, long-time said. digenous population. ward to engaging with October’s federal elec- combined readership Prince Albert MP Ran- Up next, rookie MP In a release issued Indigenous peoples tion, residents in the area of both papers. dy Hoback was named Gary Vidal, who won following his appoint- across Canada,” Vidal readership area of the “Our Conservative as the shadow minister the Desnethé-Missi- ment, Vidal said he concluded. Shellbrook Chronicle team is united, expe- for International Trade. nippi-Churchill River welcomes the opportu- Last, veteran Carlton and Spiritwood Herald rienced and focused “I will work tirelessly riding, was selected as nities the new role will Trail-Eagle Creek MP may find some comfort on finishing the job with our Conservative the shadow minister for bring. Kelly Block also earned in knowing that they we started and replac- team to ensure that the Indigenous Services. “I am excited to con- a spot in Mr. Scheer’s are well-represented ing the Trudeau Liber- Trudeau Liberals are The riding is a large tinue the work we have shadow cabinet, and in the ranks of shad- als,” Mr. Scheer said held to account on this and diverse one, span- done building relation- will handle the Public ow cabinet appointed ahead of his reveal. important file, and urge ning 340,000 square ships with First Nations Services and Procure- by Conservative Party “The Shadow Cabinet I them to take the neces- kilometres in northern communities. I am ment portfolio. leader Andrew Scheer. have announced today sary actions required Mr. Scheer announced reflects the growing to regain and maintain the appointments Fri- strength of our team the market access that day morning, and the and our commitment they have lost for Cana- Highlights of a Spiritwood NOTICE TO OUR SUBSCRIBERS Library Board meeting The Shellbrook Chronicle There were eight board members all those that attended. and the librarian present at the Spir- Dessert of the Month is Dec. 12. and itwood Library Board meeting. A All board members will bake for this Literacy report was given. We are draw. This should help supplement The Spiritwood Herald planning to do programs for the someone’s Christmas baking. Tick- younger students on early dismissal ets are only $1.00. days. Board games were planned for The Library will have a book sale November. during the week of Dec. 9 to 13. Joyce has reapplied for the Lions Write for Rights is Dec. 10, Inter- YOUR Club Grant for 2020. There was talk national Human Rights day. Tammy of a book club but we have no one Burak did a writing workshop on willing to spearhead this program at Nov. 24 at the library. SUBSCRIPTION this time. There is an organization Kay attended the Semi Annual that will come to the library to speak Meeting. She gave a short report on on low carbon stories. This will be that. Wapiti headquarters will be cel- discussed more at a later date. ebrating 70 years in 2020. IS COMING DUE! There is a Libby App. This is for Joyce gave the Annual Financial books and audio. We will invite report for 2019. A proposed budget Lindsey from headquarters to come for 2020 was decided on. All board and explain this app to the public. members will remain the same for Peggy and Hugh Jenner enter- 2020. 75.00 + 3.75 GST = tained at the library one afternoon The next library meeting will be in October. The music was enjoyed by Jan. 29, 2020 at 5 p.m. 78.75/year “Have you considered giving a Gift Subscription to someone?” CHECK Phone 306-747-2442 IT OUT! Box 10, Shellbrook, Sk. S0J 2E0 Spiritwood Herald Website or email: [email protected] www.spiritwoodherald.com

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Hon. Scott Moe, Premier Hon. Jeremy Harrison MLA for Rosthern-Shellbrook MLA for Meadow Lake [email protected] [email protected] December 5, 2019 www.spiritwoodherald.com Spiritwood Herald 9 70 come out for sundaes with Santa

SARCS decided to change up their an- Santa, also known as TJ Tipton for the nual Breakfast with Santa this year and other 363 days of the year, was there for offered up ice cream sundaes instead. pictures taken by Robin Lafond of Shy- The Spiritwood and District Lions Club horses Photography. Kids were running was there to serve up the sundaes, of around everywhere and having a great course, which was sure a change from time. the usual pancake flipping they are used SARCS handed out a good bag to each to. child who came to see the jolly old man.

The re-imagined event drew a large crowd this year. The Lions were out to serve up the sundaes on Sunday.

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Parents and children enjoyed the Sundaes with Santa. Megan and Shelley Allard with Santa (TJ Tipton).

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Canadian media is getting a argument world’s best of all the tennis world by winning World Series of Poker. When It turns out it was almost as break this year when it comes time at her sport. the Indian Wells tournament he got ahead, opponents of worse. Mason called Myles a to voting for the Lou Marsh The Canadian sportswrit- at Palm Springs, generally Heinz played ketchup.” Bengal.” trophy, awarded annually to ers and broadcasters certain- regarded as just a notch be- Dwight Perry of the Seat- Kaseberg again: “In the Canada’s best athlete. Given ly can’t be accused of sexism low the Grand Slam events in tle Times: “Baylor blew a 28-3 Chargers’ 24-17 loss to the the array of skill, talent and when it comes to voting for status. Then she won the Ca- lead in losing to Oklahoma. Chiefs, did you see Phillip accomplishments, deciding the Lou Marsh. While there nadian Open in July, beating Adding further insult, the Rivers try to block? Bless his on the worthy candidate has could be some legitimate Williams in the final after the Atlanta Falcons immediately heart, he looked like a Kar- always been a difficult task. arguments that coverage of veteran American suffered sued the Bears for trademark dashian trying to spell.” But not this year. It’s a men’s sports far outweighs BRUCE an injury. But there was no infringement.” Headline from theonion. breeze, thanks to tennis star that of women across the injury-related asterisk in early Bob Molinaro of pilo- com: “Astros Fan Announcing ENTON . land, Lou Marsh winners P September when the Canadi- tonline.com (Hampton, Va.) 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By the age of 11, and this year’s . synchronized swimming in- triots’ offence: “Fans of 29 of the sport’s all time greats, was the now back in Canada, she got • Mike Bianchi of the Or- corporates replay challenges, other teams: ‘Thoughts and in the final of the U.S. Open. winner in 2014 and soccer involved in the Tennis Canada lando Sentinel, on Twitter: I’ll know it’s all but over.” prayers.’ ” Overall, it has been a great star was development program. “Myles Garrett deserved to Comedy writer Jim Ben Frederickson of the year for Canadian women in voted No. 1 in 2012. 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Spiritwood’s Artisan The boutique had a Boutique was packed couple of special drinks with people on Dec. 1 for on, including a candy their Grand Opening. cane mocha and an egg- Vendors were coming nog latte as well as a gift in and out throughout the basket that could be won four-hour event to meet by anyone purchasing and mingle with custom- items during the grand ers. Many vendors had opening. The gift basket, specials on items for the containing a variety of event, which was a great items from the vendors, way to kick off the holiday was won by Nora Borge- season. son from Spiritwood.

From left: Barb Jansen, Heather Gatzke, Heather From left: Bevra Fee and Jeanette Short ready to Pederson, and Kathy Aumack are all vendors at brew a cup of coffee for visitors. the Spiritwood Artisan Boutique.

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By Jackie Bantle reformer, is the first re- (Black Hills) Spruce, your tree near a heat Using greenery to corded person to place Blue Spruce, Balsam Fir register. Never leave decorate inside homes lighted candles on a and Scots Pine. White your tree unattended around the winter sol- Christmas Tree: he said spruce trees have short with the lights on. stice (December 21st) that it reminded him (2 cm), stiff needles If you are planning to goes back to ancient of the twinkling stars that are dark green in cut your own Christmas Greek and Egyptian above a forest of ever- color and easily roll be- tree from the forest, re- times. In many coun- green trees. tween your fingers. Blue member that only one tries throughout time, When I was young, spruce needles have tree can be cut per fam- evergreen plant decora- most Christmas trees a bluish-green color. ily. Saskatchewan resi- tions were used to ward were cut from wild for- Spruce tree branches dents are permitted to off witches, evil spirits ests in northern Sas- are straight and stiff and cut trees growing ONLY and even illness during katchewan or British their fragrance can be on Crown land or pro- winter solstice. Ger- Columbia. Nowadays, intense when they are vincial forests, NOT on many is credited with retail fresh Christmas first set up. Balsam fir private land. The tree originating the Christ- trees are grown on trees have flat, short, can be no larger than 12’ mas Tree as we know it Christmas tree farms. soft needles that are high and must not be cut today when 16th cen- These trees may be glossy green in color. from an area of renewal tury Christians brought grown locally or shipped The soft needles and (i.e. a newly planted for- trees into their homes at from as far away as branches as well as the est). Minimize the dam- Christmas time to deco- Quebec or the northern pleasant, long-lasting Balsam fir needles; soft and fragrant age to the surrounding rate. Martin Luther, the States. Locally grown fragrance make the Bal- plant and wildlife in the 16th century Protestant trees include: White sam fir one of the most ser firs have soft needles thaw. Just prior to put- area. Perhaps a better favorite trees at Christ- with silvery-grey un- ting your tree in the idea is to support your mas. Scots pine tree derside, strong but lim- stand, saw 2.5cm off the local tree grower and needles are long (6cm), ber branches and mild base of the tree trunk, visit one of the local sharp and slightly twist- fragrance. Douglas fir cutting the trunk at a farms that allow people ed. Scots pine are the trees are shipped from slight angle. After put- to come out and cut their least fragrant of the four BC. The needles are ting the tree in its stand, own Christmas tree. trees mentioned so far. soft and have a lemony fill the stand with boil- Check out the Prairie The long needles of the scent. The Douglas fir ing hot water. The boil- Christmas Tree Grow- Scots pine tree make the is usually narrower and ing hot water will help ers Association website tree look lush and green. less dense than the Fra- the sap to start moving for information on local Scots pine trees grown ser fir. through the tree as it Prairie Christmas tree in Saskatchewan tend to When choosing your thaws. Do NOT put any growers. (www.prai- have a yellowish-green Christmas tree, look for sugar or other additives riechristmastrees.org) hue in fall and are some- a tree that has healthy, in the water. Never al- This column is pro- times spray painted to green needles that are low your Christmas tree vided courtesy of the hide the yellowish nee- well attached to the tree. to dry out. In the first Saskatchewan Peren- dles. The more branches that few days, the tree will nial Society (SPS; sask- Fraser firs are import- are emerging from the ‘drink’ a lot of water. perennial@hotmail. ed from eastern Canada stem, the denser the tree Depending on how big com). Check our website and available at most will be. your water reservoir is, (www.saskperennial. tree lots on the Prairies. If you are not putting you may have to fill the ca) or Facebook page Fraser firs are known for up your tree immedi- reservoir several times (www.facebook.com/ their ability to hold their ately, store your tree in each day. As the tree saskperennial) for a list needles longer than a cool/cold shady loca- gets older, it will use of upcoming gardening White lines on the underside of Fraser Fir needles other tree types. Fra- tion; do not let the tree less water. Avoid setting events.

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