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SCOTT ANDERSON/SOUTHWEST BOOSTER There was a strong turnout for a rally in support of Dorie’s House in Swift Current on March 28. DORIE’S HOUSE Large turnout for emotional Dorie’s House Rally SCOTT ANDERSON loud voice behind the rejected funding “When we announced the house was month. SOUTHWEST BOOSTER will help change the mind of govern- going to be closing in October, there “But the Ministry has failed. They see ment. were six youth living in here,” he told that there is no problem. But everybody An emotional outpouring of support Dorie’s House provided housing sup- the audience. “It tore my heart into here is behind me. And that’s what was given to Dorie’s House during a port for teens between the ages of 14 two.” we’ve got to do right now, is we’ve got to community rally on March 28, just days and 18 at their eight bed facility from Westbury said he went to speak with get as loud as we can and send as many after the Southwest Youth Emergency January 15 to October of 2017. then Premier Brad Wall shortly after letters as we can. And we need to stand Shelter was denied funding in the up- “I just don’t understand how a whole the closure and it was agreed the prov- up for our youth,” Westbury said. coming provincial budget. corner of a province can join together ince would re-assess the issue of youth Two Swift Current youth, who found Tom Westbury, who oversaw the con- and build this house, and the govern- homelessness in the Southwest. And themselves homeless in the past few struction of Dorie’s House, which was ment does not want anything to do with while the Ministry of Social Services did years, shared their personal stories of named in honour of his mother, organ- it,” Westbury said at the kickoff of the reassess Dorie’s House, they formally not having a place to turn. ized the rally. He is hoping providing a rally. rejected the funding request earlier this CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 A2

SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 2 DORIE’S HOUSE 2 Supporters rally for Dorie’s House funding THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018

CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE number of years, where the Southwest is taking aim at an “ e reason I’m so passion- identi ed concern in the re- ate about seeing Dorie’s House gion. open and funded is because I “ e stated reason, and this don’t want other kids or teen- has been true for 30 years or agers ending up like I did, more, is that the Ministry of So- without somewhere to go, hav- cial Services doesn’t see a need ing to sleep on benches, strug- for something like this to exist. gling for a sandwich everyday, And to whatever extent there is contact us wondering if something good a need, it’s being handled.” will come. I want them to have He is concerned that despite • Phone: 306-773-9321 somewhere to turn to, a warm the results of the case study • Fax: 306-773-9136 bed to sleep in, food for them to while Dorie’s House was open • 30 4th Avenue NW eat. I wouldn’t wish anyone to for eight and a half months, So- Swift Current, SK, S9H 0T5 live on the streets,” explained a cial Services continue to under teen named Alex. estimate the problem of youth • www.swbooster.com And while there was no homelessness. Dorie’s House when Alex was “What they don’t tell you is advertising sales on the streets for a short per- that they’re actually not also iod of time, he pointed out the tracking the need,” Hanna said. Kara Stephanson, facility made a huge di erent SCOTT ANDERSON/SOUTHWEST BOOSTER “So when we talking about for people he know who stayed Tom Westbury organized the March 28 rally in support of Dorie’s youth homelessness, it’s not sales manager, 306-770-2223 there. House. just people on the street.” [email protected] “ e worst time was when I a better path and showed me a as President of the Southwest “They’re not tracking kids had no car, and no one would di erent way, as well as help- Youth Emergency Shelter Inc. that are couch sur ng. ey’re Melissa Richardson, sales, let me sleep on their couch. ing me get into Maverick where Board of Directors, was pleased not tracking kids that are in in- 306-770-2226 I had no friends that would I’m currently working towards to see the strong community appropriate housing.” [email protected] help me out. So I had to resort graduation.” support behind Wednesday’s He added that Dorie’s House to sleeping underneath the “Dorie’s House gave me a rally. provides a level of services Jerry Butterworth, sales, bleachers of the Skate Park, in place to stay when there was “Again we’re overwhelmed which are not being provided 306-770-2227 the middle of winter.” no where else to go. And then with the community support,” by other youth programs in the [email protected] A second teen, Tristan, was it closed. When Dorie’s House Hanna said. “It does not sur- community. Fresh Start and one of the teens who utilized was forced to close it’s doors, prise me that there’s a com- e Center, while both import- newsroom the facility for a time during I was back on the streets, and munity swelling of support ant community organizations, the eight and a half months now it was winter times. For again.” have youth focused mandates Scott Anderson, editor, that it was open. the next few nights I slept in- He said members from that are not the same as to 306-770-2224 [email protected] “I know there are many kids side Tim Hortons until I was Southwest YES have been act- what they o er. that need this in our commun- arrested for breaching curfew ively involved in discussions “But they’re not overnight Steven Mah, sports reporter, ity, I was one of them.” and was taken back to Regina with the provincial govern- programs. ey’re not emer- 306-770-2225 He told the crowd he was liv- once again.” ment to secure funding over gency housing,” Hanna said. [email protected] ing a lifestyle he is not proud “I do not want other kids to the past six months, but they “We are not suggesting for a of, and describes it as a “rough have to go through what I did, were turned down for funding minute that for us to be funded commercial print time” where he was caught up and if Dorie’s House was open earlier in March. somebody else must be de- in the moment. He was in a today, they would always have “Now that it has come out funded. e organizations that Kara Stephanson, negative head space when he a place to go.” that we’re not receiving fund- exist in this community pro- 306-770-2223, first went to Dorie’s House, “I hope by sharing my story ing, it doesn’t surprise me that vide an invaluable service to [email protected] and when he did not follow with you today it will help there’s going to be some push our youth as it pertains to their the rules of the facility, he was open your eyes to the reality back from the community be- own lanes.” classi eds kicked out two days, and he facing young people in our city, cause they have skin in the “But what we o er is some- asked to sleep in a friend’s car and that everyone deserves game, this is about our future thing truly unique and truly Classifi eds 1-306-773-9321 during that period. a second chance and an op- and about our kids.” di erent. We are a conduit for “When I came back, with the portunity to change. As I have Hanna is disappointed service, for both males and fe- Fax: 306-773-9136 help of Chantelle and the other learned, there is always hope that the funding has been re- males between 14 and 17, so classifi [email protected] sta , I started to make di er- for tomorrow.” jected, one in a long line of re- that they can live up to their circulation ent choices that led me down Shaun Hanna, who serves jected proposals over the past true potential.” 306-773-9321 regional Dorie’s House funding discussions continue managers Michael J. Hertz, Senior Vice President & Group Publisher but focus currently placed on other priorities

SCOTT ANDERSON “We did a scan of the area and de- House, there is a duty to report. And we SOUTHWEST BOOSTER cided that we do see that we do have need that information, either to contact adequate coverage in the Swift Current Social Services or the local police. But to

Funded by the Government of Canada With increased funding for other agen- and area.” be able to make sure that we can provide cies and projects providing Child and He pointed to the existing youth servi- the services. If we don’t know that the Family Services in Swift Current, the ces o ered by JP’s Place since 2013, plus individual needs anything then we can’t provincial government will not be pro- programming provided by e Center provide the service.” viding operational funding for Dorie’s as examples of adequate services for the With JP’s Place providing services for House in the upcoming provincial community. young men aged 15 to 17, he said that budget. “But what we have done in the Swift female teens who need temporary sup- Social Services Minister Paul Merri- Current area is that we’ve increased 150 ports are able to seek help. man’s met with reporters outside the per cent of the funding going to the com- “If there’s a female teen in crisis, our Mail Registration Number: 005950104 Legislature this past week, reiterating munity based organizations directly in- first priority is always to make sure his stance on why operational funding volved with Child and Family Services, so they’re safe. And if that’s safe in the was rejected for the facility. we have done that in the last few years. house, we would want that to happen. If The Southwest Booster is “ ey built the house with great com- And we haven’t seen anything change it’s not in the house, then we want to get published by Swift Current munity support, and I commend them really in the Swift Current area. Doris’s them out of that environment and into Holdings Ltd. Partnership, an affi liated company to ALTA for doing that, but there was never any House has been closed for quite a few a safe environment. And if that safe en- Newspaper Group LP commitment from the government at months now, and we haven’t had any re- vironment happens to be an hour away, any point in time to be able to fund it on ports of anything,” Merriman said. “But again we just want to make sure that an operating basis,” Merriman told re- if there is somebody that’s in the Swift they’re safe.” porters last week. Current or any area, like I said in the CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 A3

SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 3 DORIE’S HOUSE Discussions to continue regarding Dorie’s House funding

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 ister talked about it accurately. However, Social Services has that ultimately a decision can then vacant lot. He said we need to take a look a bigger picture responsibility be made moving forward,” Per- “It was amazing what the “And again, we want to at all of the programs and ser- to provide services across all of rault said. Westbury family and what the make sure that it’s the last re- vices we offer for those youth Saskatchewan. “We as a city would defin- Dorie’s House board was able sort that a child comes out of in Swift Current right now, and “The Ministry receives fund- itely work with our provincial to do as far as rallying the en- the house. We want to provide see where we have coverage ing proposals from all over counterparts to help them ad- tire community to help build some ‘wrap around’ services and maybe where there might the province every year, and dress, or to help them see if this project. I give them a lot of in the house, if we can - for the be some gaps.” they consider them based on this is a need.” credit. A lot of credit because family, for the individual - to Hindley visited the facility available resources, current During the May 24, 2016 they were told at the start see if they can maintain con- in early January and has had program needs, strategic pri- City Council meeting, council there was no assurance of any tact. And the last resort is for discussions with some board orities…that happens every unanimously voted to pledge provincial funding. They built the child to come out of the members, and is aware of year and it’s not just Swift Cur- a $50,000 donation in support and moved forward. I know house.” the other daytime program- rent,” Hindley added. of the Southwest Youth Emer- now they’re in that position Swift Current MLA Everett ming and other supports in “That’s where we’re at on gency Shelter campaign. The where they are looking for long Hindley, who was unable to the community. He said it is a this one right now, and we’ll donation was used towards term operational funds, and I attend the March 28 rally be- challenge for Social Services to continue to work on it.” the purchase of the lot the urge them to continue on their cause it was a sitting day for prioritize funding requests and Swift Current Mayor Denis building was constructed on, path to finding that end,” Per- the Legislature, noted that the avoid gaps in service. Perrault noted that while the along with helping service the rault said. Dorie’s House funding issue “You’re always trying to find funding issue continues to be discussed. the best way to spend resour- is a provincial “In my conversations I’ve ces in the best possible man- responsibility, had with folks on the board, ner. So is there a way that we he urged the We are Experts and I’ve had a few conver- can try and fill some of these two sides to sations here in just the last gaps, and maybe restructure continue their couple of weeks, I’ve told them some of these other programs. discussions. I understand where they’re That’s maybe something we’ve “I urge both coming from and I have been got to look at here.” sides just to discussing it with the Minister “I think that’s some of the work together to see where we go from here,” conversation that I want to so that all the We are the go-to advisor. There’s nothing we can’t handle. Hindley said in an interview have to see where we can try to information after the rally. fill some of those gaps, if pos- they have is We wrote the playbook and continuously set the standards. And while no funding is sible.” correct, and being provided We know how to do it best and that’s what we do. for Dorie’s House during this cur- Restoration • Complete Construction Services rent budget year, 41309078 mold remediation & asbestos removal he noted the Min- water/fi re restoration • water/sewer damage istry is tasked with looking at Cleaning Services the entire range of services for the furnace & duct cleaning • contract cleaning community. BROADCASTING BRONCOS AWAY GAMES professional window cleaning • janitorial services “What the Min- SLGA LICENSED LIQUOR VENDOR post construction clean-up • carpet and fl oor specialists ister has spoken to is some of the April Special 24 Hour Emergency existing programs Bud Light 24 Cans $3.00 Off and services that Free Estimates! we have in Swift All Permittees come talk to Steve Insured, bonded employees306-773-7188 • insurance claim specialists Current,” Hindley or Laci for your 10% savings on your said. Beer or Liquor Products 2149 Walker Street•Swift Current www.servicemaster.com “I think the Min-

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SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 4 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE New Strategic Plan provides stronger focus for Chamber of Commerce Evjen assumes board chairperson duties for 2018-2019

SCOTT ANDERSON commissions. Their highest leap oc- SOUTHWEST BOOSTER curred in events and projects revenue, which went up from $32,667 in 2016 to A strong line-up of well attended events $73,580 in 2017. and improved financial data were among The Chamber also hosted nine Cham- the positives reported at the Swift Cur- ber on Tap events, and expanded their rent and District Chamber of Commerce slate of other yearly events, which annual general meeting on March 28. boosted their visibility in the community. Financially the Chamber boasted over Outgoing Board Chairperson Brock $51,000 in higher revenues from their Friesen was pleased with the positive mo- three primary revenue streams of mem- mentum built during this past year. bership fees, events and projects, plus “This year saw a lot of great events, a lot of good strides, especially after we hired our new CEO Karla Wiens. She hit the ground running. We had a great supporting board too, it really helped to SCOTT ANDERSON/SOUTHWEST BOOSTER have those strong board members and New Chamber Board Chair Doug Evjen is flanked by Past Chair Brock Friesen and Treas- committees we had, really the pillars of urer Mark Clements at the Annual General Meeting on March 28. UPCOMING our board to help us grow as an organiza- tion,” Friesen said following the annual show them what the value is of becoming administration staff, Chief Executive Of- PROGRAMS meeting last Wednesday. a member and what we can do for them.” ficer Karla Wiens and Executive Assistant “And it’s just picking up speed. I think One of the priority tasks for the Cham- Mike Rogowski, for many of the positives Starting April 16 we’re on a roll right now,” he admitted. ber board earlier this year was the de- from the past year. “When I first came on the board I didn’t velopment of their new Strategic Plan. “They’re go getters, they have a lot Boomer Bootcamp really have a sense of what the Chamber They sat down in February for an exten- of ambition. And we have a very active did and what it did for the members. And sive strategic planning session to for- board, a very involved board. And there’s Group class for 55+ now, being on the board, its completely mulate a new vision, mission, and value a lot of ideas around the table.” he said. and changed my perspective of what we do statements, along with setting a series of “But we’re kind of at a point where how here in the community, and I think it’s focus areas. do we channel that energy, and how do Online Nutrition just going to keep growing.” Their new vision statement is to “be the we focus on the right things that we want “I think by putting on more events voice of Southwest Saskatchewan busi- to do.” Challenge we’ve gotten a lot more people aware ness, making our community the best He said the membership survey which that we’re out there in the community,” place to live, work and invest,” while their helped them form their Strategic Plan 306.778.7770 he said. “We’re definitely trying to get to new mission statement is to create an also provided some important input on more businesses as well. That’s one of our environment to help businesses prosper. how their members feel they are doing. www.hityourstride.ca goals that we’ve set forth. It’s a huge goal Their four focus areas were developed “We found out that we’re doing a lot in our Strategic Plan to get things going based on existing membership feedback, of great things. Members are generally 220 1 Ave NW Swift Current again this year, to see more people and to giving them a direction to improve mem- happy with the direction that we’re tak- bership growth, along with improved ing,” he said. “One of those pieces that I communications, making administra- think a Chamber should be doing is a lot tion improvements, plus better financial of advocacy for businesses.” reporting and safeguards. Evjen, who served three years on the Newly elected Chamber Board Chair- board, with the past two on the board person Doug Evjen points to this new executive, said a key initiative in 2018 is Strategic Plan as a benefit to ensuring a boosting their membership numbers. smooth transition for the new year ahead. “Definitely a lot of work that can still be “The best thing we have going is that done,” he said. “We’re looking for about a Strategic Plan. We looked at that about five to 10 per cent membership growth.” a year ago, the existing plan…it really “We polled other Chamber of Com- wasn’t relevant to what the organization merce’s, like Estevan and North Battle- was trying to do,” Evjen said after the an- ford, and they’re having around that 50 nual meeting. per cent mark, and we think that’s really TRAVEL TIP He saluted the efforts of the Chamber’s achievable over the next couple of years.” OUR BRAS BY Feel Sexy, THURSDAY JEUNIQUE, LEUNIQUE, TAB comfy and confident! 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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Justin Trudeau is failing western grain farmers

Editor: A decline in railway service for the grain sector has seen per- formance numbers drop dramatically, resulting in the worst grain backlog in years. This backlog is putting contracts in jeop- ardy, causing mounting demurrage costs and damaging Can- ada’s reputation as a reliable grain exporter. It is incomprehensible how the Liberal Agriculture and Trans- port Ministers have said time and again the crippling grain back- log is not a serious problem, even going as far as saying there’s no immediate solution for getting Canadian grain moving again. Canada’s Conservatives recognize the importance of ensur- ing Canadian farmers have access to a logistics system that gets their commodities to market in a predictable and timely way. That is why when we were in government, we immediately responded to challenges facing Western Canada’s rail shipping system by mandating minimum grain volume shipments from the railways. We also introduced fines for non-compliance by passing the Fair Rail for Grain Farmers Act and launching an expedited review of the Canada Transportation Act. By failing to extend or make permanent the provisions of the Fair Rail for Grain Farmers Act, Justin Trudeau has allowed this contact us The Southwest Booster welcomes letters on matters of public interest for publica- dire situation to go from bad to worse. tion over the writer’s name. All letters must be accompanied by the author’s name, Email: [email protected] address and telephone number so that they can be verified. Letters are subject to Time is of the essence. The Prime Minister must stop blam- Mail: editing and limited to 300 words. Copyright in letters and other materials submit- ing others for Liberal mismanagement, stop defending the rail 30 – 4th Ave. N.W. ted to the Publisher and accepted for publication remains with the author, but the Publisher and its licensees may freely reproduce them in print, The Booster, its duopoly, and take immediate action to resolve the grain backlog Swift Current, SK Publisher or Publishers and Alberta Newspaper Group, LP do by holding railways accountable for inadequate service. S9H 0T5 not necessarily endorse the views expressed therein. Luc Berthold and John Barlow - Conservative Shadow Ministers for Agriculture Kelly Block - Conservative Shadow Minister for Transport Canada needs better investment strategy Your beer, wine and spirits AARON WUDRICK, FEDERAL DIRECTOR that stands between Canada and a big wave of for- CANADIAN TAXPAYERS FEDERATION eign investment. are now more expensive It’s a plan for a fantasy world the Trudeau govern- Recently, International Trade Minister Francois- ment seems to want to live in — one where Canada The Canadian Taxpayers Last fall, the Canadian Tax- Philippe Champagne announced the launch of In- is an island unto itself, with no external competitive Federation (CTF) is reminding payers Federation launched vest in Canada, a new government agency tasked pressures to consider. Canadians that as of Easter the No Escalator Tax cam- with promoting Canada as an investment destina- Nowhere is it considered that foreign invest- Sunday, April 1st, they will be paign (www.NoEscalatorTax. tion. ors might already be fully capable of determining paying more for beer, wine ca) to raise awareness about That makes Minister Champagne the new sales- where they can get the best return on their invest- and spirits thanks to the fed- the new tax escalator, and person-in-chief of a product that hasn’t been sell- ment. Worse, the government just seems to as- eral government’s tax escal- calling on the federal govern- ing very well. While the Canadian economy had a sume that the only reason foreign investors aren’t ator on alcohol. ment to repeal it. Thousands good run in 2017, this masked the fact that foreign investing in Canada because they don’t know about “This weekend, while kids of emails have been sent to Fi- direct investment hit its lowest level since 2010. The Canada. The possibility that investors do know, and across Canada enjoy their nance Minister Bill Morneau rollercoaster ride of the NAFTA renegotiations has simply aren’t confident that investing here would Easter egg hunts, Canadian through the site. exacerbated the problem, since any investor count- be a smart bet, does not seem to occur. adults will be hunting for a “Automatic tax hikes set ing on Canadian investments as a way to access the To sweeten the pot, of course, part of the market- bit more cash if they want to a dangerous precedent that broader North American market will understand- ing ploy will be to use Invest in Canada as a one- enjoy a drink,” said CTF Fed- should concern all Canadians. ably be taking a wait-and-see approach. stop window for foreign businesses to line up at for eral Director Aaron Wudrick. Tax increases are a political To even begin trying to address this problem, tak- “incentives,” which is government-speak for “tax- First passed in the 2017 fed- choice, and politicians who ing a long, hard look at ways that Canada might be a payer money.” eral budget, the new escalator make that choice should be comparatively unattractive place for foreign invest- This is the masterstroke the government has hit tax automatically increases transparent about it each and ors would be a good place to start. The government on: attracting the kinds of businesses who only excise taxes on beer, wine and every time, rather than bury could have analyzed the recent loss of our business come for the handouts, rather than ones that come spirits every year by the rate of them in a legislative formula” tax advantage to the United States, or considered of their own volition, confident enough to compete inflation. said Wudrick. the impact of our sclerotic regulatory environment, and earn their own keep in the marketplace. or looked at why even domestic companies are re- It’s a recipe for even more subsidy-dependent LETTER TO THE EDITOR luctant to invest. But rather than do any of those businesses latched to the government teat, sucking things, the government has simply decided that it’s away precious tax dollars generated by the other actually all about marketing. businesses that must survive without them. SaskParty selloffs continue Never mind that Canada already has a battalion It’s the tried-and-failed domestic strategy of gov- Editor: of trade commissioners stationed around the globe. ernments bankrolling well-connected pet compan- Once again we see the SaskParty pursue selling off our And the taxpayer-backstopped Export Develop- ies and industries, gone global. And it’s not only province - only this time the buildings in which the people ment Bank offering cut-rate loans to the buyers of unsustainable, but increasingly politically toxic. of our great province owns. Canadian products. And never mind that countless If this government is truly serious about attract- Selling off our province in part or whole I recently asked industry groups and companies are already solic- ing foreign investors to Canada, the recipe isn’t our SaskParty MLA. He of course didn’t say he would stand iting investment on their own dime. The Trudeau complicated: reduce taxes and streamline regula- up and advocate against the sell off our provincial assets to government seems to really believe that Canada’s tion. make a quick buck for our SaskParty created debt . poor performance as an investment destination Make Canada a place where it’s easy to set up I hope that advocating for our constituents doesn’t mean can largely be explained by its lack of government- shop, easy to do business and easy to turn a profit. standing by while our province is sold piece by piece . directed marketing. Do that, and the government may discover that Shaynee Modien - Swift Current It’s a cartoonish view of the business world, as if investors will quickly find Canada all by themselves setting up more “branding” and better “buzz” is all — no marketing required.

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SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 7 Kid creations provide fun during Kub Kar Rally

Members of Swift Current’s the Swift Current Mall on Sat- fully decorated cars being put Chael Cowie, 3) Josh Straub. Straub, 2) Mark Hushtyuk, 3) Beavers, Cubs and Scouts put urday, March 24. through their paces by their Obstacle: 1) Chael Cowie, 2) Garrett Wentworth. their creations to the test dur- e two-hour long fun event hopeful young craftsmen. Garrett Wentworth, 3) Selina Speed: 1) Josh Straub, 2) ing the annual Kub Kar Rally at featured a number of colour- Here are the results for the Bussiere. Mark Hushtyuk, 3) Garrett Kub Kar Rally: Straight Line: 1) Josh Straub, Wentworth. Workman- 2) Chael Cowie, 3) Adam Sher- Scouts results for Speed: 1) ship: 1) Garrett bina. Declan Poppy, 2) Alex Friesen, Wentworth, 2) Stopping on the Spot: 1) Josh 3) Caden Kenny.

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SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 9 BIRTHS Liam continues reign as most popular boys baby name in Saskatchewan Olivia has been a top girls name for the past three years

For the eighth year in a row Liam is 2001 - Madison (101), Taylor (90), Emily 2008 - Ethan (71), Noah (49), Joshua (40). (113), Ethan (90), Joshua (88). the most popular name for baby boys (90). 2007 - Ethan (91), Logan (78), Matthew (64). 1999 - Matthew (106), Austin (90), Dylan born in Saskatchewan. 2000 - Madison (93), Emily (84), Taylor (80). 2006 - Ethan (107), Noah (65), Owen (62). (78). eHealth Saskatchewan recently re- 1999 - Emily (89), Taylor (78), Madison (66). 2005 - Ethan (106), Joshua (71), Matthew 1998 - Austin (119), Matthew (115), leased the most popular baby name list 1998 - Taylor (93), Emily (81), Megan (72). (61). Joshua (108). from the 15,590 live births registered in Top 3 Boys Names (2017 to 1998) 2004 - Ethan (120), Matthew (82), Joshua Data: Information Services Corpora- Saskatchewan during 2017. Saskatch- 2017 - Liam (73), William (60), Jacob (57), (69). tion of Saskatchewan. ewan’s birth total is down 84 from Sas- Oliver (57). 2003 - Ethan (115), katchewan’s 2016 total of 15,674 babies. 2016 - Liam (73), William (65), Oliver (59). Joshua (88), Mat- This past year there were 73 baby 2015 - Liam (69), Noah (65), Benjamin (64). thew (78). LET US WELCOME YOU! boys named Liam, followed closely by 2014 - Liam (79), William (63), Noah (63) 2002 - Ethan second year runner-up most popular 2013 - Liam (92), Carter (69), Noah (65), (123), Joshua (79), name William (60). Jacob jumped from Lucas (65). Austin (78). 14th last year to tie with Oliver as the 2012 - Liam (108), Ethan (75), Carter (72) 2001 - Ethan (97), Judy Mauer third most popular boys name in 2017 2012 - Liam (80), Jacob (72), Ethan (71). Joshua (92), Austin Community Welcome with 57. 2010 - Liam (89), Ethan (82), Jacob (75). (84). 306-773-8839 Olivia was the most popular name 2009 - Ethan (93), Liam (77), Carter (72). 2000 - Matthew www.welcomewagon.ca 6986758 among baby girls in 2017 with 80. Ava was the second most popular with 65. Emma, the most popular girls name LET’S GO TOURS EMPEY LAND FOR SALE from 2009 to 2014, and tied for most of Moose Jaw (38 Years Experience) popular in 2016, was third at 58. R.M. of Whiska Creek #106 – Vanguard Top Boys Names 2017 Kelowna, Okanagan, Kootenay, Waterton By Tender 1) Liam (73); 2) William (60); 3) Jacob Lakes Tour. Come and Explore With Us. 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BRONCOS Broncos advance past Pats in seventh game

SCOTT ANDERSON/SOUTHWEST BOOSTER Swift Current Broncos’ forward Tyler Steenbergen (left) leaned on Regina’s Josh Mahura in front of goaltender Ryan Kubic during a 3-2 game seven win on Monday.

STEVEN MAH and beat these guys.” Aleksi Heponiemi to make it Skinner finished the series different story. We have to SOUTHWEST BOOSTER “It was amazing,” said Skin- 3-1 for the Broncos. with a 0.926 save percentage give a lot of props to the fans ner of the feeling inside the “I think that was just us as he bounced back from a upstairs,” said Skinner. The Swift Current Bron- dressing room. “It was prob- establishing the forecheck,” rough outing in game six two “Unbelievable,” added cos held on for a 3-2 win to ably one of the best feelings I explained Gawdin,” who fin- days earlier. Gawdin. “Maybe, other than move past the Regina Pats have had in my junior career. ished with 11 points in the “It was fun,” said Skinner of that triple overtime last in the seventh and deciding Just the fact that we were series. “Steener and Hepo did his busy night. “Obviously in year, this was the loudest game of the Western Hockey able to get it against Regina a great job getting in there, moments like this is a little I have ever heard it. For us League East Division semi- and the fact that we worked pressuring their D. If Hepo bit of stress and a little bit of that’s awesome. It just gives final series on Monday. so hard for this and every- has got the puck for me I just hype on it. There is a lot of us that energy and that mo- In their ninth consecutive thing we did in the past and have to get open and he’ll pressure, not just on me, but tivation. The atmosphere head-to-head meeting over leading up to this series. We find me like he did there. I on the whole team. I was just in here is unbelievable. I the past 18 days, the Broncos did everything that we could just had to bury it.” really happy that we were can’t say enough about the scored three straight goals to get the win every night. Robbie Holmes shoveled able to fight through that crowd.” after falling behind early and It is a sweet, sweet feeling home a lose puck minutes and work as a team. I think Head coach Manny held on for a narrow win. being able to hug my family later to make it 3-2 after two that is the reason that we Viveiros said last year’s play- Captain Glenn Gawdin and being able to see all the periods. won was that even though we off elimination had little notched the winner, while 25 family members smile and The Broncos bent but did had pressure, some stress on effect on this year’s series. Stuart Skinner made 36 saves be really happy about it.” not break in the final frame us, even though it was game “It was a different group, to lift the Broncos to the ser- The Broncos fell behind to close the series out. seven we stuck together as a a different team. Same with ies win. 6:07 into regulation when “That was just our mind- family and that was a game Regina, they were different “It’s unbelievable,” said Cameron Hebig kicked in a set. We knew 3-2 going into changer for us.” too. So it was a different ser- Gawdin, who was a mem- loose puck from just outside the third period of game The game was played be- ies altogether. Every game ber of the Broncos last sea- the crease for his sixth goal seven that’s all we had to fore a deafening sold-out had a different story to itself. son when they lost in game of the series. The Broncos do. If we had an opportun- crowd for a fourth straight I thought tonight was by far seven in Regina in the second tied the game up 5:07 later ity to go take it and go score game in the post-season. the best of all seven games round. “Just how everything when Tyler Steenbergen obviously we are going to “It was amazing. I think for both teams and I thought ended last year playing these snapped home his sixth goal do that, but our main focus the fans help us so, so much. it was an excellent hockey guys, for us it was redemp- of the series for a 1-1 tie after was shutting them down and They give us so much energy game. We are just happy to tion and not just our team, one period. limiting their opportunities,” and they make sure that go on. We didn’t use that to the guys that played for Cal- The Broncos earned their said Gawdin of the scoreless we’re focused. We have to sort of motivate ourselves. gary and Lethbridge that got first lead in the second per- third period. give a big thanks to the fans We wanted to give ourself an beat out by these guys. So iod when Max Patterson Ryan Kubic took the loss and the crowd that we had opportunity to possibly go there was a lot more than fired home his second of the with 18 saves for the Pats, out tonight. If we didn’t to the next round or go deep just our series on the line series. Gawdin one-timed who will still play in the Me- have them and they weren’t in the playoffs, that was our from last year to come back home a centering feed from morial Cup as the host team. as loud it could have been a only focus.” A12

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SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 13 VOLLEYBALL Mortensen named U Sports Rookie of the Year STEVEN MAH Rookie of the Year. throughout the year. Coach gave me a pionships. SOUTHWEST BOOSTER “Dylan is a very worthy recipient shot in the preseason and I just played “Yeah it was a huge motivator for of the national Rookie of the Year my type of volleyball and developed me. I definitely wanted to be there that The incredible rookie season of award,” noted Huskies head coach quite a bit and continued to grow as a whole time I was watching. It drives Dylan Mortensen concluded when he Brian Gavlas in the awards announce- volleyball player,” he explained. me for sure to work harder every time was named the U Sports Men’s Volley- ment. “He had an outstanding season He said there is still room to grow that I can be working towards my ball Rookie of the Year. leading our team and his offensive on the court. goal. I will definitely share this ex- “It was super exciting for me. It is numbers in the Canada West con- “I think I can be more so of a leader perience with my teammates and let a huge honour. The other rookies this ference speak for themselves. This as time goes on to help the team get them know that we can be there. UBC year had some amazing talent and was a very strong year of rookie per- to that spot in the league, playoffs is won the tournament and we split with just to be able to say that I was the formances in Canada West and being obviously the goal every year. Also my them our last weekend. It is definitely Rookie of the Year is huge for the Uni- named one of the best is a testament passing ability going forward, Colin not too far out of reach.” versity of Saskatchewan and for my- to the special season he had. From a Fraser is going self as well,” said Mortensen. coach’s perspective, it is not surpris- into his fifth year, THE DOOR WITH MORE. The Swift Current product played ing. He is a driven, goal-orientated so someone will steel-craft.ca in all 24 matches for the University student-athlete and his ceiling is have to step up of Saskatchewan Huskies this season limitless.” after he leaves, so after redshirting the previous season. It has been an incredible journey for I need to develop The 6’6’’ outside hitter led the Husk- the former Swift Current Comp. Colts that. Also my BUILT FROM ies with 299 kills, which was sixth standout, who did not play in his first overall strength amongst all players in the Canada season of eligibility as a redshirt. and jumping THE INSIDE FOR West Conference. “Last year in my redshirt season I ability as He added 116 digs, 24 service aces, worked really hard to be able to get well.” EVERYTHING and 28.5 blocks as the Huskies just some court time this year. Over the Mortensen was missed the playoffs with a 10-14 rec- summer and at the start of the season in Hamilton for OUTSIDE. ord. He had previously been named I really didn’t know what to expect the U Sport Vol- It’s supposed to freeze tonight. Maybe not. Predicting the weather isn’t our strong suit. to the Canada West All-Rookie Team throughout the season and didn’t leyball awards Predicting how our garage doors stand up to the weather is. Steel-Craft doors are ready. Our patented Weatherlock technology and Climacore insulation make sure of it. Because and then was named the Canada West even know if I was going to get to play ceremony and we’ve put more quality on the inside, you never have to worry about what’s outside. was able to attend Palliser Overhead Doors 2011 Ltd. • 140 4th Ave. N.W, Swi� Current the Volleyball 306-773-1497 Swift Current ACT/UCT Stingrays National Cham- Summer Swim Club *Swim Sask. qualifi ed coaches Hearing loss is the third most Registration Deadline is April 15th DID YOU common physical condition in older North Americans, after Season runs May 1st - End of Julyly KNOW? hypertension and arthritis.1 email: [email protected]

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SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 15 e Swift Current Bantam A Broncos placed second in the province after four Bantam A Broncos win provincial silver rounds of the SHA provincial playo s. ey opened the playo s with 14-1 and 5-2 victories over Southey way back in February. Swift Current took on the Prairie Storm in the quarter- nal and won the opening game 7-4 on the road before losing 2-1 at home to take the series. e Bantam A Broncos took on York- ton in the semi- nal and won 5-3 on the road and closed out the series with a 3-1 victory. e Broncos ran into the Battlefords Barons in the championship series and lost 3-2 on the road and 6-2 at home to win silver. We will restore your vehicle to its pre- accident condition, quickly and affordably!

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BY LESLEY OAKMAN will be the Regina Symphony Cham- Mahan and bass-baritone Joshua Hen- panists, and support from the com- e Swift Current Oratorio Choir is ber Players, and four guest soloists. drickson for their premiere perform- munity. At the heart of the choir are the celebrating 45 years of making music in e choir is thrilled to feature one of ances with the choir. singers, with members of all ages and Swift Current, with a special perform- its own, as mezzo-soprano soloist Bri- e choir is currently directed by musical backgrounds, travelling from ance of Handel’s Messiah on Sunday anna Dennehy sings regularly with the Marcia McLean, with Amy Wiens serv- all over southwest Saskatchewan. April 15. Oratorio Choir and with Prairie Spirit. ing as the rehearsal accompanist. Greg e choir has worked to foster and e Messiah is a favourite of audi- She grew up in southwest Saskatch- McLean will bring the musicians, solo- encourage choral music in southwest ences and choir members alike, with ewan and is currently on maternity ists and choir together as the guest con- Saskatchewan, helping to develop the pieces ranging from sorrowful to joy- leave from her position teaching and ductor for the performance. talents of generations of singers in the ous, including the familiar and glorious conducting choirs at the Swift Current Several factors have contributed to area. e style and quality of music the Hallelujah Chorus. It has been said that Comprehensive High School. Tenor the continued success of the Swift Cur- choir has performed has earned them Handel wrote the music in such a fer- Michael Harris is also a familiar voice, rent Oratorio Choir, including strong a second invitation to perform as part vour of divine inspiration that “he saw as he has performed with the choir on leadership from directors and accom- of a mass choir at Carnegie Hall in New all heaven before him”. several occasions. e choir is also de- York in January of 2019. Joining the choir for the performance lighted to welcome soprano Chelsea e Messiah will be performed on SASK FARMS & RANCHES Sunday, April 15 at 7 pm at Bridgeway CENTRAL BUTTE: 148 ac. – 110 ac. irrigated (cropped/ Community Church. Advance tickets alfalfa), bal. native grass. for the concert are $25 and are avail- CENTRAL BUTTE: 320 ac. – 320 cult. ac., 2017 assess. 141,850/qtr. SOLD able at Pharmasave. Admission at the FOR SALE BY OWNER CHAPLIN: 4298 ac. – 3,979 ac. deeded + 319 ac. leased. door is $30. 2,658 ac. tame grass, bal. nat. grass, livestock facilities, 1600 sq. ft. home. Opt. cows & house 721 North Hill Drive, Swift Current trailer. Call for details! CONSORT (AB): 9722 ac. – 7969 ac. deeded + 1752 leased ac., steel grain storage, fertilizer storage, 3 yard sites w/homes on each. Includes Surface Lease Revenue and Farm Machinery! births Call for details! GRAVELBOURG: 161 ac. – 1455 sq. ft. home on Highway #43, steel grain storage, outdoor riding arena & storage warehouse. Call for details! KYLE: 320 ac. – 313 cult. ac., assess. 108,950/qtr., just off Highway #4 CYPRESS REGIONAL HOSPITAL ENTZ - born to Vanessa and Randy Entz of Gull Lake, a girl, March 30. WIEBE/JONES - born to Kimbi $378,000 Wiebe and Kevin Jones of Swift Current, Ph: 306-569-3380 a girl, March 27. 1248 Square Feet, 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Email: [email protected] ARNDT - born to Julana and Conan PANORAMIC views! Two blocks from Irwin/Comp Schools! WITH OVER 36 YEARS IN THE BUSINESS! Arndt of Pambrun, a girl, March 26. • Dale Murdoch • 306-774-6100 LAMBIE/IRVINE - born to Ash- Back alley access! Move in ready with many extras! To view full colour feature sheets for all of our CURRENT LISTINGS 41309087 ley Lambie and Mathew Irvine of - visit our website at: Shaunavon, a girl, March 25. Call Garth for more info and pictures 306-750-9155 www.lanerealty.com

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SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 19 LEKO’S CONSERVATION CORNER Saskatchewan’s diverse species at risk

LINDSEY LEKO managed by separate categor- spectacular. evenings and night and can be decreasing. However, habitat MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT CONSERVA- ies. Of all species in Saskatch- seen sunning themselves near loss and degradation are likely TION OFFICER Vulnerable: Species of spe- ewan, the greater sage grouse the den on sunny days. the main reasons. Agricultural cial concern because of low or is probably the most at risk. One unusual fact is that the practices that result in loss of We often concentrate on our declining numbers, but not en- There is a very small population swift fox does not like wind grasslands, shrubs, and natural most popular species of fish, dangered or threatened, such as of these birds found in the very and will not normally be out sloughs, and pesticide contam- wildlife and plant in these col- the wolverine. Southwest part of the province and about during windy days. ination are detrimental activ- umns. In Saskatchewan, there Threatened: Species likely to bordering Montana and Al- They are very fast and like to ities on both the breeding and are 67 fish species, 414 bird spe- become endangered if the fac- berta. eat small rodents, birds and wintering grounds. cies and 91 mammal species. I tors leading to its endanger- Recent estimates put the insects. Because of their small Also, as shrikes commonly am not even touching amphib- ment are not reversed, such as population at less than 100. size, animals such as coyotes, hunt and nest in shelterbelts ian, reptile or plant and fungi the ferruginous hawk. Loss of habitat and habitat large hawks and owls are nat- along roadsides, they are prone species. Endangered: Species threat- fragmentation are the major ural predators to the swift fox, to collisions with vehicles. Today, I am going to tell you ened with imminent extirpa- factors accounting for their low but the real threat is destruc- These are only a few of my about some of the most vulner- tion or extinction, such as the numbers. This grouse species tion of habitat and non-target favourite species that are able species in Saskatchewan. sage grouse. are low fliers and commonly poisoning by people. threatened in Saskatchewan. Despite many programs fo- Extirpated: Species no longer run into barbed wire fences, and Loggerhead Shrike: Also As usual, if you have any ques- cused on maintaining and en- found in Saskatchewan, such as other obstacles that are difficult known as the “butcher bird,” tions you want answered or any hancing wildlife populations, the greater prairie chicken. to see and that often result in this is a threatened species in topics that you would like me to some species have been threat- Extinct: Species that no the bird’s death. In addition, the Saskatchewan. This unique bird cover in a column, simply drop ened with extinction and re- longer exist, such as the passen- mixed grassland habitat rich may look innocent enough, but me a line and I will do my best. quire special attention to help ger pigeon. with sagebrush are becoming it is truly a predator to many As well, if you encounter a ensure their survival. In Saskatchewan, we have a rare. Sagebrush provides a con- species. Even though this small dead specimen of a rare species, Why are different species en- variety of species that belong in stant food source and cover for bird does not have large strong there is a home for it. The Royal dangered and how do they be- one of the five categories above. these birds. talons like raptors, it still has Saskatchewan Museum collects come endangered? I will lightly touch on some of Greater Prairie Chicken: IS- the ability to hunt frogs, insects, specimens for research in order Well, there is no one specific these species found in Saskatch- wift Fox: The swift fox is found mice, snakes, other small birds to record our province’s natural answer. Each species is part ewan. in the Southwest part of Sas- and voles. history. Your discovery can be- of an ecosystem. Ecosystems Greater sage grouse: The katchewan. It is smaller than Once it catches the prey, it come part of the museum’s col- consist of a variety of com- greater sage grouse is Saskatch- the red fox and is about the size then hovers and impales its lection and a valuable resource plex interactions that ultim- ewan’s largest upland bird. They of a house cat. It is brown in col- prey on a barbed wire fence or for scientists around the world. ately determine our wildlife are protected and there has not our with a black spot on each hawthorn tree. This act stores So, if you find any of the spe- populations. The integrity of been a hunting season for sage side of its snout and a black tip food and may even be a mating cies identified, be it an animal, ecosystems are sometimes grouse since the 1930s. on the tail. display action aimed at attract- fish or bird, contact the curator threatened and altered by habi- I have had the pleasure of Swift fox like a sparsely vege- ing a mate. I only needed to pro- at [email protected] or call tat loss, pollution, over-exploit- watching these birds back in tated short and mixed-grass duce chocolate and fresh fruit 306-787-2801. ation, disease, human/wildlife the early 90s as part of a field prairie habitat where visibility to attain the desires of my wife. Until next time . . . remember conflict and a few others. trip. Their mating display and and mobility are unimpeded. 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SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 20 Swift Current Library. Disposal of Surplus Property NICOTINE ANONYMOUS, meeting 6 Former liquor store buildings located in p.m., 155 3rd Ave. N.E. (downstairs, side door). All you need is the de- Gull Lake, Shaunavon and Maple Creek sire to quit smoking. The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority is accepting bids for its AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP, From former liquor store properties. The properties are located at 3476 Rutland A Parent’s Heart, 7 p.m., Alpine Avenue in Gull Lake, Saskatchewan; 112 2nd Avenue E. in Shaunavon, Church. Saskatchewan; and, 101 Harder Street in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan. INTERNATIONAL COFFEEHOUSE For information about the bidding process, please visit www.sasktenders.ca EVENING, 7 p.m., Community Bap- (Gull Lake: RFB 18-008; Shaunavon: RFB 18-009; Maple Creek: RFB tist Church. James Kim and Soomi 18-010). Interested parties must register with sasktenders.ca in order to Noh sharing about their move from access the details and to receive a bid package, amendments or additional South Korea to Swift Current. information that may be posted. for sale. Hosted by the Eastend His- STITCH AND CHAT, 7 p.m., Swift Sealed bids will be accepted until 2:00 pm local Saskatchewan time on APRIL 5 torical Museum. Current Library. April 26, 2018. SLGA reserves the right to reject any or all offers. LINE DANCERCISE, Great Plains BLENDERS CONCERT - Coco Love APRIL 10-11 College gymnasium. Beginners 11 Alcorn, 8 p.m., Lyric Theatre. LET’S PLAY parent-tot playgroup. a.m. to noon, Regulars noon to 1 APRIL 8 Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10 a.m. p.m. Info Lyla 306-741-6616 or Le- to noon, Family Resource Centre. anne 306-741-0077. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS OPEN MEETING, downstairs of Swift Cur- Info: 306-773-6160. CRIBBAGE GROUP, 1:30 p.m., Swift rent Lions Hall. Breakfast 8:30 a.m. APRIL 11 Current Library. to 9:30 a.m. Meeting 10 a.m. to 11 MAHJONG, 10 a.m., Swift Current GRADER OPERATOR WANTED AL-ANON MEETING, Thursday’s a.m. Library. Hope Group, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., First SQUARE DANCE CLUB AND ZONE United Church. Info: www.sk- AL-ANON MEETING, Courage To The R.M. of Carmichael No. 109 is accepting applications ANNUAL MEETINGS, 2:30 p.m., First alanon.ca. Change Group, noon to 1 p.m., The for the position of a full time permanent or seasonal Grader United Church. Last event of the Centre. Info: www.sk-alanon.ca. Operator to start tentatively in May 2018. LEGO Buildfest, 2 p.m., Swift Cur- season. rent Library. Pre-register: 306-778- RUMMAGE AND GARAGE SALE, • Offers benefi ts and pension for permanent employees APRIL 9 • Experience is an asset 2752 . 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., First United TOPS SK3871, 9:30 a.m., Commu- Church. • Must have a valid driver’s license SWIFT CURRENT ASSOCIATION nity Baptist Church. Info: Vi 306- • Salary to be negotiated based on experience FOR COMMUNITY LIVING SOCIAL LINE DANCERCISE, Walker Place 773-6156 or Faye 306-773-8603. • Start date and position type to be negotiated based on EVENING, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., St. gymnasium. Regulars 5:10 p.m. to individual applicant Stephen’s Anglican Church. Meet OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS, noon, 6:15 p.m., Beginners 6:30 p.m. to Send resume stating experience, preference for permanent new people of all ages and abilities First United Church (Library). Info: 7:30 p.m. Info Lyla 306-741-6616 or or seasonal, and references by 4:00 pm April 10th, 2018 to: for games and visiting. Info: 306- 306-778-3765. Leanne 306-741-0077. The R.M. of Carmichael No. 109 Box 420 Gull Lake, SK S0N 1A0. 773-8737 or visit www.sac.org. ALANON, noon, Gull Lake Seniors SWIFT CURRENT BRANCH LIBRARY (Tel) 306-672-3501 MANGA GROUP, 7 p.m., Swift Cur- Center. Info: www.sk-alanon.ca. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING, 7 (Fax) 306-672-3295 rent Library. For teens and young TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SEN- p.m., Swift Current Library. [email protected] adults. SIBLY), 6:30 p.m., Mount Calvary AL-ANON MEETING, Be Good To ARDUINO FOR BEGINNERS, 7 p.m., Lutheran Church. Info: Cathy 306- Yourself Group, 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 Swift Current Library. Pre-register: 773-5028. p.m., First United Church. Info: 306-778-2752 . GENTLE YOGA, 7 p.m., Swift Cur- www.sk-alanon.ca. 18041DS3 APRIL 6 rent Library. BINGO, 7:30 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion Branch #56. PUBLIC NOTICE FIRST STEPS PARENTING GROUP, MAD SKILLZ KIDZ’ CLUB, 7 p.m., Swift Current Library. Pre-register APRIL 11-12 SaskTel is considering constructing and 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Family Re- source Centre. Group sessions for 306-778-2752. WORKSHOP AND SING-ALONG installing a 33m self support tower at 114 Main prenatal and parents with children ROUND DANCE, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 CONCERT, First United Church. Street on Surface Parcels #144753161 and up to two years. Presented by Par- p.m., First United Church gymna- Featuring Jim and Jean Strathdee. 144753150 being Lots 15 and 16, Block 2, Plan ent Support Network. sium. Info: Renz 306-778-2197 or April 11, Workshop at 7:30 p.m. O1720 in the Village of Prelate. This self support BABY STEPS, 10 a.m., Swift Current Bernice 306-778-2238. April 12, concert, 7:30 p.m. tower would provide enhanced wireless phone Library. APRIL 10 APRIL 12 services in the Village of Prelate. ROMP ‘N’ READ, 10:30 a.m., Swift LINE DANCERCISE, Great Plains LINE DANCERCISE, Great Plains Current Library. College gymnasium. Beginners 11 College gymnasium. Beginners 11 Public comments can be directed to SaskTel LEGO STOP MOTION ANIMATION, 2 a.m. to noon, Regulars noon to 1 a.m. to noon, Regulars noon to 1 Corporate Communications within 30 days p.m., Swift Current Library. p.m. Info Lyla 306-741-6616 or Le- p.m. Info Lyla 306-741-6616 or Le- of this notice. anne 306-741-0077. anne 306-741-0077. SWIFT CURRENT SQUARE DANCE SaskTel Corporate Communications CLUB WIND UP DANCE, First United AL-ANON MEETING, Young Adults AL-ANON MEETING, Thursday’s Hope for a Better Tomorrow, noon, Hope Group, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., First 12th Floor Church. 6 p.m. pot luck supper with dance to follow with guest The Centre. Info: www.sk-alanon. United Church. Info: www.sk- 2121 Saskatchewan Drive caller Lil Brinkmann. ca. alanon.ca. Regina, SK S4P 3Y2 WIDOW2WIDOW SUPPORT GROUP, SCRABBLE, 1 p.m., Swift Current WINDOWS 10 FOR BEGINNERS, 2 (306) 777-4094 7 p.m., Eastside Church of God. Library. p.m., Swift Current Library. Pre- Info: 306-774-6468. Every first BRIDGE AND WHIST GROUP, 1 p.m., register 306-778-2752. Friday. Swift Current Library. AFTERNOON PIE AND COFFEE, 2 APRIL 7 STORYTIME, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Swift p.m. to 4 p.m., Eastend United Church. DINO EGG HUNT AND BBQ, 11 a.m., Current Library. Info: 306-778-2752 T.rex Discovery Centre in Eastend. READ TO A DOG, 2 p.m., SOUTHWEST QUILTERS GUILD, Hot dogs/smokies 7 p.m., Freshstart (214 1st Ave. N.E.). For beginners to experts. 18041MM0 Quilt showings, demonstrations, workshops and sewing days. Info: 306-773-7639. Meets every second 28th Annual Top Cut Bull Sale Thursday of the month. LINKEDIN FOR BEGINNERS, 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 10th @2pm Swift Current Library. Pre-register 306-778-2752. Mankota Stockmen’s Weigh Co. LYRIC OPEN STAGE, 8 p.m., Lyric Theatre. Host: Glenna Switzer. A fun venue for local performers, Bmtp!Tfmmjoh both new and seasoned. Info: 306- Tfmmjoh Charolais, 773-6292. Red & Black Angus Angus Bulls Open Heifers CUSTOM BUILT SHEDS For info or catalogues call Murray Blake @ FOR SALE 306-478-2520 or Contact 1-306-774-9786 306-478-7088 1-306-750-3595 41308974 A21

SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 21 Sandhills Boxing Club hosts card The Sandhills Boxing Club hosted night honours. the third annual Layne Langridge Lloydminster’s Emile Smith (76 kg) Memorial in Leader on March defeated Swift Current Jessie Kitchen 24. (81kg) for the provincial champion- The card began with four fun box ship. matches in the 10 and Under and 12 Sandhills boxer Deryk Moline (72 kg) and Under divisions. added a win over Regina’s Ryan Niwa The first competitive bout featured (67 kg). boxers from Regina and Medicine Hat The main event featured Darcy Seser as the 15-year-old boxers, Connor (69 (91 kg) with a win over Swift Current’s kg) and Stefan (66 kg), won bout of the Dustin Auseth (91 kg).

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Top right: Beck Malenstyn (left) absorbed the check of Regina’s Cale Fleury during game seven on Monday. Middle right: Giorgio Estephan (front right) celebrates after STEVEN MAH/SOUTHWEST BOOSTER scoring a goal at the Brandt Centre in Regina during game six on Saturday. Bottom: Tyler Steenbergen (right) fired home his hat trick goal during a 5-2 win on Friday. Middle left: Max Patterson (left) was harassing Regina Pats’ goaltender Ryan Kubic in the second period of game five. Top left: Nick Henry could not beat Swift Current Broncos goaltender Stuart Skinner with a first period chance during game five on Friday.

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JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER - Will perform service work and install all aspects of the plumbing trade in the residential and commercial market. Drivers license required. Depot Supervisor BAKER (FT), Wheatland Mall - Responsible for all areas of production, as well as assisting with receiving merchandise, sanitation and other related duties. Heavy lifting is involved. Must be able to SARCAN is currently accepting applications for the position of Permanent work day shifts or night shifts. Full-Time Depot Supervisor, available in our Gull Lake depot. This position BAKER’S HELPER (PT), Wheatland Mall - Will assist with producing a variety of fresh baked bread products, receiving, inventory, stock and sanitation. Heavy lifting involved. Experience preferred but we involves working with persons of all abilities in a recycling depot. The are willing to train. Must be able to work varied shifts including nights and weekends. supervisor helps to deliver great customer service and ensures a safe AGRONOMY SUMMER STUDENT (FT Seasonal) - Farm background is an asset. Heavy lifting involved. May be required to assist at any Pioneer Co-op branch. and healthy work environment. HIGH CLEARANCE SPRAYER OPERATOR (Seasonal Contract) - Will be responsible for operation of Pioneer Co-op’s High Clearance Sprayer to provide spraying services. Must have Pesticide Applicator The successful candidate will have the following experience and License or willingness to obtain & Class 1A license. qualifi cations: SOUTHSIDE GROCERY - STOCK CLERK (PT) - Duties are to organize merchandise, stock shelves, unload delivery trucks, cart retrieval and related duties. Both positions must be open to work all shifts. • Demonstrated ability to supervise HOME CENTRE CLERK (PT), Wheatand Mall - Will provide customer service, assist with the Garden Centre, stock shelves, assemble shelving and seasonal merchandise and related duties. • Possess strong organizational skills Experience an asset with strong merchandising skills. Averages 24-40 hours per week. • Ability to do physical work PONTEIX, CLERK II (PT) - Provide customer service, gas pump service, housekeeping, yard maintenance, receiving, unloading and related duties. Farm knowledge is an asset but • Possess good communication, both written and verbal we are willing to train. • Good customer service skills CONSUL, CLERK (PT) - Will provide customer service of farm merchandise, groceries and liquor, stock shelves, process payments, provide fuel service, load product, general housekeeping. • Profi cient mathematical skills Must be available to work weekends. • Good problem solving skills STEWART VALLEY, CLERK (1 Temp. FT, 1 Seasonal) - Will assist in all areas as needed. Drivers license required. Temporary position to cover a leave; Seasonal is from May to August. • Dependable TOMPKINS SERVICE STATION (Summer Student) • Bookkeeping skills an asset MAPLE CREEK AGRO (Summer Student/Seasonal) • Possess a valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and a reliable MAPLE CREEK GROCERY (PT) - Will assist in all areas as needed. Must be open to work all shifts. vehicle KYLE GROCERY CLERK (PT) - Will assist in all areas as needed. Must be open to work all shifts. SHAUNAVON • Must provide a satisfactory criminal record check with SERVICE STATION ATTENDANT (1 PT & 1 Student) - Will provide fuel pump & propane service, maintain cleanliness of interior & exterior of facility, operate cash register, and other related duties. vulnerable sector check as a condition of employment. Must be able to work all shifts. PT hours will average 24 hours per week. LIQUOR STORE CLERK (PT) - Will provide customer service, operate cash register, order and receive Please submit applications by Friday, April 6, 2018 to: merchandise, stock shelves, general housekeeping. Lifting Involved. Must have good customer service Mary Carter, Depot Supervisor skills and be open to work all shifts. BAKERY/DELI CLERK (PT) - Duties include providing customer service, slicing meats & cheeses, Email: [email protected] preparing trays, salads and other in-store products, wrapping, fi lling showcases and other related duties. Fax: 306-672-4437 Must be available for all shifts. MEAT CUTTER (FT) - Responsible for cutting & processing all types of meat, poultry, fi sh and in-store Phone: 306-672-4437 made products, assist with ordering, receiving, pricing, labelling, warehousing and cleaning. Meat Cutting Certifi cate or retail meat cutting experience required. SARCAN offers a competitive wage package with excellent employer paid Submit Applications to: benefi ts and employer matched pension plan, subject to qualifi cation. Pioneer Co-op Human Resources, 1150 Central Ave. N., Swift Current, SK S9H 0G1 Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Ph: 306-778-8707 • Fax: 306-778-3424 • Email: [email protected] A23

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Announcements Feed & Seed In Memory Thank you Thank you The Cantuar  The family of the late Leslie King wish to The family of the late John Washington were Community Club  thank our friends and family for the suport overwhelmed by the kind expression of Cooperative during this tough time. Thanks for the phone sympathy and caring shown to us on his Limited  calls, food, flowers, cards and memorial recent passing. We wish to thank you all for ANNUAL  donations. Thanks to Pastor Brad Julien for your visits, phone calls, cards and letters, GENERAL  the nice memorial service, and the ladies at floral arrangements, food, memorial MEETING  Mount Calvary Lutheran Church for the donations and especially the hugs. It is will be held  lovely lunch. Thanks to the following for difficult to thank each one of you personally Wednesday, making the day special for us; Arlie Neufeld, but we want you to know how much each April 11, 2018  organist; Barry Cuthbert and Greg King, kind gesture has meant to us. We have lost @ 7:00pm  ushers; Doug Ferguson for the Words of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. at Cantuar Hall  Remembrance. Thanks to the staff at the Everyone  Cabri Health Centre and the Meadows House Welcome!  Two for the care and kindness Les received. Edna, Robert and Beth, Lawrence, Diane and Mike.

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When they first married dad References  gave her a small hayfield that she was required.   expected to take care of herself and she Call 306-778-6068  would then receive the money for (after office hours   herself. She was a woman ahead of her leave message). Memorial  time and needed a sense of Donations  independence. She taught many Large Contributions to community college sewing classes and UPPER FLOOR cake decorating. Her sewing skills were two BDR suite. The Meadows $775 Auxiliary gratefully sought out and she made most of our Avail. APRIL 1. accepted clothes and sewed many wedding and New paint, c/o Eleanore Forge bridesmaids dresses. Lucille had many windows, 308 - 230 DUMONT friends and was a long-time member of patio door Lister-Kaye Cres. Lucille Yvette of Swift Current (nee the CWL ladies group and baked many and deck. Swift Current, SK deMontigny) passed away at the a square and served at funerals and Quiet building. S9H 0A4. Meadows on Wednesday, March 21, weddings. There was always a pot of Heat/water incl. (next of kin name 2018 surrounded by her family. Mom coffee on the stove and a revolving door Call Jack and address required) lived a full happy life and enjoyed of friends and neighbors dropping in. 306-778-2607 spending time with her children, After many years on the farm in Val grandchildren and great grandchildren. Marie Mom and Dad moved to Stewart Her last few years she was living with Valley which gave her the opportunity to Alzheimer’s but never lost her interest in work at the Co-op ladies wear, and many the people around her. She will be years for Yolandas and Rittingers doing reunited with her father, mother, step- alterations. Mom loved bingo and father, and brothers Paul and Raymond. playing canasta and was the undefeated Mom will be remembered by a large high scorer at Scrabble. She kept active Wilf Heffley extended family; her husband of 64 with bowling and was named high January 17, 1934 - April 6, 2017 years Laurent Dumont, and children; scorer many times. Mom enjoyed Dad Clement and Debbie, Jackie, Alice and camping with all of us at Cypress Hills Death thinks it has taken you away from us, Clark Moen, and Alan. She had eight Park and Writing on Stone and yearly but it doesn’t know that it has actually grandchildren and five great family reunions with her brothers and brought us closer than ever. grandchildren; David Dumont (Drake), sisters. She was always game to go on Forever in our hearts. Christine and Rob Barr (Lily and Jessy), road trips taking a bus trip to California, Myrna, Jenette and Mildred Phyllicia and Ryan Cheyne, Chad and a Maritime, and a Yukon trip with her and families. Farah McLennan, Dean and Melissa brothers and sisters. A trip to Mount McLennan, Heather and Trevor Elder Rushmore with Dad and Clement and (Rachel, Joshua and Levi) Rebecca and Debbie was definitely a highlight. At Chris Matlashewski and Ashley Moen home she was always baking (Talon). Lucille was born in Ponteix to something; cakes, cookies and Adrienne and Joseph deMontigny on especially Poor Mans pudding. She August 2, 1932. After the passing of loved growing her flowers and trying to Joseph, Adrienne remarried Albert tell dad how to take care of his garden Auger and mom grew up in a “yours, but her favorite thing was sitting on her mine and ours” family of 12 swing on the porch chatting and visiting (deMontigny-Auger). Her surviving with family and friends. A celebration of brothers and sisters; Armande (Pat), life was held on Wednesday, March 28, Helene, Yvette, Madeleine Roger (Hedy), 2018 at 11:00 a.m. from Christ the Marguerite (Fred), Marcel, Lucien and Redeemer Roman Catholic Church. The Theresa remain close to this day. After interment took place at Hillcrest a whirlwind romance Lucille married Cemetery, Swift Current, SK. Donations Laurent Dumont on April 8th, 1953 and may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society moved to Val Marie to be a farmer’s wife in memory of Lucille. For further which was an adjustment for a town girl. information or to sign the book of There are many stories about mom condolence, visit www.parksidefuneral- adapting to the farm life, one being she home.com. Arrangements in care of was too scared to go gather the eggs Parkside Memorial Funeral Home – from the chicken coop and would drive Ryan Cappelle A25

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Obituaries Obituaries grandchildren and their sporting events. entertainment for bonspiel socials. She also enjoyed the Lions trail rides. In Frances was an active member of 1985, Murray passed away, Gladys led Success United Church, and later Grace a quieter life, but still worked hard on United Church, serving on the board for the farm with the cattle and looked after many years. She was also a member of her yard. She enjoyed shopping and the Success Women's Institute, garage sales where she acquired many Success Slimettes, as well as the Order knick-knacks. She loved doing crafts, of the Eastern Star - Pennant Chapter designing flower arrangements, and where she held the positions of Worthy decorating her house with her many Matron, Worthy Past Matron, Past creations and crafts. Her little dog Taffy District Deputy and Past Grand Officer. was always her constant companion. Frances was an avid writer, knitter, joke Gladys is survived by her loving family; teller and bun maker. The family all have daughter Debbie Deobald; grandson a special memento from her, whether it Darrell (Amanda), great grandchildren be a copy of her book, "Across the Ryelee, Carson and Madison; grandson Ironing Board" or a special knitted Tyler (Katelyn), great grandchildren blanket. Frances is survived by her Sarah and Hunter; grandson Avery husband Franklyn of 63 years, daughter (Laura), great grandson Jackson; son Diane (Gene) Hunter, sons, Keith Rodney (Cathy) Marchessault; (Cindy), Chris (Janet), Tom (Cindy), Ted granddaughter Beckie (James) Gyorfi, (Lorraine) and daughter Shirley (Larry) great granddaughter Brielle; grandson STRAIN Olson, as well as eleven grandchildren MARCHESSAULT Jason; sisters-in-law Vivian (Ed) Meyer, Frances Isabella Strain (1931-2018), and twelve great grandchildren, brother Gladys Marchessault passed away Shirley, June, and Donna Marchessault; was born at Rocanville, Saskatchewan Doug Gibson, sisters-in-law Frances March 10, 2018, at St. Joseph Hospital, numerous nieces and nephews. on November 2, 1931, the youngest King and Peggie Strain and numerous Gravelbourg SK at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by her husband Murray daughter of David and Emma Gibson. nieces and nephews and great nieces Gladys was born April 6, 1935, in the Marchessault; parents Rudolf and She passed away March 24, 2018 and nephews. She was predeceased by McCord area. She later moved to the Dorothy (nee Bromberger) Strieb; peacefully with family by her side at her parents, David and Emma Gibson, Gravelbourg district with her parents siblings Fred, John (Kay) and Mary Clover House Swift Current, sisters Gwen Nixon and Catherine Rudolf and Dorothy Strieb and three (Bob) Carr; parents-in-law Maggie and Saskatchewan at the age of 86. She (Katie) Pollock, brothers Donald Gibson older siblings. Gladys married Murray Henry Marchessault; brothers-in-law received her education in Rocanville and and William Gibson (in infancy), on June 14, 1957, and lived in Regina. Laurie, Stan (Bea and Inez), Les and Jim after graduation was employed at the Franklyn's parents, John and Dorothy In December, they moved to a farm in Marchessault; sister-in-law Janice Royal Bank at Maryfield. Following work Strain, brothers-in-law Stanley King, the Trewdale area. They were blessed Marchessault; nephews Garry Strieb at the bank, Frances worked at the Clifford Nixon, Alex Pollock, John Strain with two children: daughter Deborah and Danny Marchessault. Funeral dairies in Regina and Prince Albert as and sisters-in-law Mildred (Don) (1959) and son Rodney (1962). They Service was held on Saturday, March clerical personnel. In 1952 she returned Gibson, Isabel (Doug) Gibson and lived there until the spring of 1966, then 17, 2018, at the Shamrock Hall with to banking, and was employed at the Frances (Alex) Pollock. The memorial moved to their forever home in the Pastor Bob Langdon officiating. Eulogy Royal Bank in Moose Jaw. From the late service took place at First United Church Shamrock district. Gladys worked hard was given by Connie Carr and Tim seventies to retirement, she was on Thursday March 30, 2018, officiated beside Murray, she did everything from Gibbs. Pallbearers were Darrell Deobald, custodian of Success School. While by Reverend Annette Taylor. The milking cows, hauling and shovelling Tyler Deobald, Avery Deobald, Jason working in Moose Jaw, Frances spent honorary pallbearers were all those who grain, summer fallowing, basically all Marchessault, James Gyorfi and Kevin many weekends at Lawson visiting her knew and loved her. The ushers were the farming duties. Gladys and Murray Turner. Interment was at the Shamrock sister Katie. The main reason was to Kim Ford and Darrell Wotherspoon. In raised black cattle and she amazed Cemetery, Shamrock, Saskatchewan. spend time with the neighbour boy she lieu of flowers, donations may be made everyone on how she could distinguish Memorial donations in memory of had previously met. On June 26, 1954, to Clover House, c/o Dr. Noble Irwin one black cow from another. She always Gladys were greatly appreciated for the Frances was united in marriage with Regional Healthcare Foundation Inc, had a special gift for taming the cattle. St. Joseph Hospital Foundation and Franklyn Strain of Lawson. Six lively 2051 Saskatchewan Drive, Swift Current Over the years, the cows would almost STARS Ambulance. children were born to this union! They SK S9H 0X6, or to the Swift Current knock you over because they wanted to Online condolences can be made at: resided in Lawson for several years, and S.P.C.A. Box 1163, Swift Current SK be petted. Gladys and Murray enjoyed pichehawkinsgrondinfuneralchapels.ca in 1965 they settled in Success, S9H 3X3. Warren's Funeral Home were ski-doing, ski-doo parties and curling. Saskatchewan until they retired and entrusted with the arrangements. For Gladys always enjoyed watching moved to Swift current in 1997 where further information, call 306-773-8831 sporting events such as Rod’s hockey she resided until her passing. Frances or visit our website at www.warrensfu- games and Debbie's fastball games. was actively involved in the community neralhome.com and express your This continued on with the activities in Success, and especially sympathy to family members in our enjoyed curling and helping with the book of condolences.

area and, after World War II, followed her war bride sister, May, to the Shackleton district in Saskatchewan. She married Francis (Frank) Prentice on October 14, 1949. Together they raised four children on the farm in the Abbey district before retiring and moving to Saskatoon in 1983. Lucy is survived by Memory Gardens Cemetery her children William (Stéphane Côté), Pamela (Dr. Edgar) Yee, Jean (Cliff) For more than half a century Memory Gardens Cemetery Prpich, and Larry. She also leaves to has been a part of Swift Current and Southwest mourn her grandchildren, Adrienne Saskatchewan and provides calm idyllic settings for (Jeremy) Banning, Andrea (Doug) thousands of families. Rogoschewsky, Christopher and Dr. Memory Gardens is a well-established mature cemetery Stephen Yee, and three great •23 acres of land and offers many amenities. grandchildren, Jackson and Blake •well groomed and aesthetically pleasing landscape Banning and Peyton Rogoschewsky. •experienced and qualifi ed staff She is predeceased by her husband, •traditional and cremation burial plots Frank, and sisters, Ethel Fletcher, Marie •fi berglass burial vaults Burns, and May Geisler. A private family •memorialization service will be held at a later date. At Memory Gardens Cemetery we take great pride in our history of professional Lucy Prentice (née Hunt) Condolences may be left at service to families and their time of need, and we hope that we may lend our 1925 – 2018 www.prairieviewchapel.com. support to future generations. It is with great sadness that the family Arrangements entrusted to www.memorygardenscemetery.ca of Lucy Prentice announces her passing PRAIRIEVIEW CREMATION AND to fi nd a resting place on-line or all other cemetery information on March 21, 2018, at the age of 92. MEMORIAL SERVICES (306-242-7884). Lucy was born on July 13, 1925, in “Mothers hold their children’s hands 306-773-8831 or 1-800-267-6606 Stalybridge, England. She grew up in for a short while but their hearts nd the Manchester (Ashton-under-Lyne) forever” (Author Unknown). Offi ce 126 2 Ave. NE Swift Current A26

SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 26 ARTS AND CULTURE Obituaries Provincial Champions. He was involved Award-winning Indigenous writer Louise in service clubs, as well. One of his most admirable qualities was that he Halfe featured at Write Out Loud saw the good in everyone. He loved nothing more than having a conversation with family and friends; he SUBMITTED to the nature of suffering but also to re- focused on people, not things. Although On Wednesday, April 18, Swift Cur- covery and reconnection to Cree trad- he could talk about anything, his rent’s Write Out Loud series welcomes itions. knowledge of world geography, history, Louise Bernice Halfe, residential school Halfe has been honoured with num- and politics was second-to-none. Garry survivor and highly respected First Na- erous awards for her work and, for spent countless hours involved in his tions author. this latest book, she’s received three children's, grandchildren's, and great- Halfe, Cree name Sky Dancer, was Saskatchewan Book Awards, an In- grandchildren's lives as a coach, born on the Saddle Lake Reserve at digenous People’s Publishing Award, mentor, and spectator. Garry was Two Hills, AB and attended the Blue a Saskatchewan Arts Board Poetry predeceased by his parents Goodman and Ethel Stevenson; sisters Norma Quills Residential School from age six. Award, a League of Canadian Poets Schener and Dorothy Hetherington. Through resilience and perseverance Award, and the Indigenous Writer Garry is survived by his wife of 63 years, she attained a Bachelor of Social Work Award at the 2017 High Plains Book Shirley; his children Doug (Jean) and received an Honourary Degree of Awards in Montana. STEVENSON Stevenson of Camrose; Danny (Sharon) Letters from Wilfred Laurier University. The Write Out Loud Organizing Charles Garry Stevenson, age 88, Stevenson of Medicine Hat; Terry (Lea) From 2005-2006 she was Poet Laureate Committee is pleased to recognize the passed away on Tuesday, March 20, Stevenson of Gull Lake; and Penny for Saskatchewan. League of Canadian Poets for funding 2018, at the Gull Lake Special Care Selvig of Shaunavon; his grandchildren The words of Louise Bernice Halfe re- they’ve provided in support of Halfe’s Home. Garry was born on the farm Katherine, Jordan, Emily, Brandon, veal the spiritual strength of her culture visit to Write Out Loud. south of Gull Lake on October 16th, Blayne, Dustin, Amanda, Jay, Eric, and – heartbreaking yet hopeful. Her latest Prior to Halfe’s presentation, Hugh 1929. In his early years, he attended Ryan; his great-grandchildren Griffin, collection of poetry, Burning in this Henry will speak about his Battleford Twin Buttes School, and then went on to Redden, Lenny, Evie, and Jasper; his sister Carol (Frederick) Seller of Midnight Dream, published by Coteau Trail Trek from Swift Current to Battle- graduate from Gull Lake High. He Books, asks us to consider how the resi- ford this past summer. worked on the farm during the Charlottetown, P.E.I., and several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life was dential school experience continues to The April 18th Write Out Loud will be summers, and at various jobs during the haunt those who survive and how the hosted at Swift Current’s Lyric Theatre winters. Garry met Shirley Penny in held on Saturday, March 24th, 2018, at 1952, when she moved to Gull Lake to 2:00 at the Gull Lake Community Hall effects pass like a virus from one gener- at 7 p.m.. Admission is $8. Doors open teach. They were married on July 20th, with Reverend Ken Schrag officiating. ation to another. She speaks eloquently at 6:30 p.m. 1954. Garry built their first house in Interment took place on Sunday, March Gull Lake, where they resided until they 25th, at the Gull Lake Cemetery. The Australian blues man returning to Swift Current moved to the farm in 1967. In that time family is grateful for the numerous span, they had four children: Doug, stories of Garry's kindness, generosity, Michael Charles, a Blues Hall of Fame inductee from Australia, will be making another return to Danny, Terry, and Penny. Garry was a and warmth that have been shared. Swift Current, performing at The Akropol Next Door Cocktail Lounge on Friday, April 13. Donations gratefully accepted by the steward of the land and lover of animals, Charles is on tour at a variety of small venues during his From A to Z Tour 2018 which sees him and he and Shirley ran a successful Gull Lake Special Care Home. In lieu of Thank You cards, the family made a perform 14 Canadian dates. Swift Current is one of five Saskatchewan stops during his 19 gig April mixed farm until they moved to Gull schedule. Lake in 2003. Garry loved hockey and donation to the Gull Lake Special Care baseball. His hockey coaching career Home. Warren's Funeral Home was Charles notes he performs a wide selection of his original material from his three decades of re- spanned decades, teaching hundreds of entrusted with the arrangements. For cording and performing during his live shows. kids to love the game. He also played further information, call 306-773-8831 or visit our website at www.warrensfu- “What I’ve tried to do is put a show together of the songs that through the years that I know peo- the game for years with the ple like hearing, or songs that people are familiar with from my music. And then obviously there’s Greyhounds. He was inducted into the neralhome.com and express your sympathy to family members in our always new audiences, and new towns that I play in, so I try to pick the cream of the crop off the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame in songs that are on my albums.” 2005, as a team member of the 1949 book of condolences.

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— they fell in love, and a courtship time, was the “new” mall. She (Sean) Huculak, Vanessa (Paul) period followed. A year later, they were transferred there and worked as a Hernandez, Justin (Sariah) Pressacco, married on September 21, 1947. After cashier for another eighteen years. Lydia April (Dave) MacDonald, and Landon spending the first winter in the met many friendly people while working (Kristine) Neustaeter; her twelve great- Abbotsford, BC area, where John worked there and at the age of 65, finally retired. grandchildren, Kristina, Natalie, Andrew, for a contractor, they moved back to After retirement, she joined the Ethan, Lucienne, Kathryn, Marcos, Saskatchewan in the spring and started Bridgeway Quilters, making quilts that Nikolas, Aree, Lily, Caymus, and Axetin; farming. They initially lived on a farm were sent to MCC in Saskatoon, along her siblings, Frieda (Jake) Braun, Leona yard, a few years later they moved to old with serving as their secretary treasurer. (Peter) Braun, Selma (Johnny) Redekop, Main Centre, where they built a new Lydia learned to crochet, over the years Elsie (Daniel) Schindel, Dora (Roy) Wall, house. Lydia’s parents were always there making many afghans for her children, and Ernest (Lois) Block; and by many to help, and John worked together with grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. cousins, nieces, and nephews. The his brother, Pete, for several years. Farm In 2000, they moved into a senior’s Celebration of Life for Lydia Braun was life could be tough, but she was willing condo. John suffered a stroke and from held on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at to help where needed — on occasion, dementia, Lydia continued to look after 2:00 pm from Bridgeway Community Lydia would drive tractor pulling the him until March 2012, when he suffered Church, Swift Current, SK with Pastor combine, or she and her sister, Leona, several major strokes. She remained at Bob Cappelle officiating. “When We All would unload grain from a large wagon the condo when John was moved to the Get to Heave,” “Mansion Over the into the grainery with shovels. John & Gull Lake Special Care Centre and later Hilltop,” “Until Then,” and “What a Day Lydia started their family and had three to the Meadows, visiting him regularly That Will Be” were sung by the BRAUN children — Wayne (November 1948), until his passing on January 28, 2018. In congregation under the leadership of Lydia Braun, age 91, went peacefully to Angela (June 1953), and Michele (May fall of 2015, Lydia moved to the John Redekop, with Sheila Braun and be with the Lord on Sunday, March 18, 1962). In 1956, Lydia was baptized with Riverview Centre, where she lived until Leanne McConnell serving as musicians. 2018 with loved ones by her side at the John upon confession of her faith. They her passing. She enjoyed having her Special music was brought by Kerry & Cypress Regional Hospital, Swift joined the Main Centre MB church where children and grandchildren stop in on Sheila Braun and Leanne McConnell, Current, SK. Lydia was born in Main they continued to worship with their their way through Swift Current to see who sang “Look for Me at Jesus Feet.” Centre, SK on February 21, 1927 to family. Lydia taught Sunday school, her. The Lord was always by her side and The eulogy was given by Wayne Braun, David & Anna Block. She grew up on a DVBS (which she thoroughly enjoyed), singing remained a special part of her life “Hallelujah” by Roy & Rosemary was farm in Main Centre and was taught how worked at West Bank Bible Camp as a throughout the years. John & Lydia played as a tribute. The ushers in the to work hard from an early age. When cook, and was a member of the Ladies celebrated their 70th wedding church were Dallas Braun, Jack Epp, and she was nine years old, her dad bought Aid. She loved singing with her sisters, anniversary in September 2017. “Mom Gerald Voth. The Private Interment a tractor to pull the binder and built a box Freida and Leona — when she was in was a special person in our lives and we Service was held prior to the Funeral for her on the seat, so she could be school, they had amateur hour where will miss her dearly, but we are glad she Service from Memory Gardens strapped in and drive the tractor while they competed against the Janz boys, has now joined dad in heaven to be with Cemetery, Swift Current, SK with Lydia’s her dad was on the binder making who later became the Janz Quartet. Over the Lord only 49 days after his passing.” Grandchildren serving as Pallbearers. In sheaves. There were always cows to the years and until just recently, the three Lydia was predeceased by her husband, memory of Lydia Braun, donations made milk and big gardens to plant, water, sisters spent a lot of time singing John; her two great-grandchildren, twins to West Bank Bible Camp would be weed, hoe, and harvest in the fall. Lydia together, which was a very happy time in Tegyn and Rylyn MacDonald in infancy; appreciated by the family. Funeral attended school in Main Centre and later, her life. She worked at the Co-op in Main and by her parents, David & Anna Block. arrangements were in care of Swift went to Herbert Bible School for one Centre as a cashier during the last five Lydia is survived by children, Wayne Current Funeral Home, Swift Current, year, followed by a second year at years they lived there. In 1975, they (Judith) Braun, Angela (Brian) Dunn, SK. For further information, or to leave a Briercrest Bible School. These two years moved to Swift Current around the same and Michele (Lyndon) Neustaeter; her personal message of condolence on the were a special time in her life. Shortly time the Co-op built a new grocery store seven grandchildren, Cameron (Lisa) family’s obituary page, please go to after Bible School, Lydia met John Braun in the Wheatland Mall — which, at the Braun, Curtis (Lisa) Braun, Andrea swiftcurrentfuneralhome.com A27

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SOUTHWEST BOOSTERX THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018 28 HOCKEY Kyle Elks win Sask Valley Hockey League The Kyle Elks defeated the Eston Beechy’s Jonathan Redlick won the combined for a 2.84 GAA to win the Cabri Bulldogs three games to two to Ramblers 7-5 on Wednesday to win the league scoring title with 64 points, fol- Best Team GAA for the Elks. win the White Mud Hockey League this Sask Valley Hockey League champion- lowed by a pair of Kyle Elks, Boehm 1st Team All-Stars season. ship series three games to one. and Brennan Bosovich, with 55 and 53 Center: Jonathon Redlick, Beechy The Badgers had topped the regu- The Elks had advanced past the Elrose points respectively. Shynkaruk led the Right Wing: Brett Boehm, Kyle lar season with a 15-1-0-0 record, out- Aces and the Delisle Bruins in the play- league with 28 goals. Left Wing: Shay Stephenson, Outlook scoring their opponents 104-56 before offs to reach the finals as they finished Eston’s Tanner Hewlitt led the league Right Defence: Dustin Stevenson, advancing past Maple Creek as they fin- with a 9-1 record in the post-season. with a 2.43 GAA in the regular season, Eston ished the post-season with a 6-3 record. The Elks also defeated Edam in two while Kyle’s Matt Richard led the way Left Defence: Chad Starling, Delisle Shaunavon’s Preston Kopek led all straight games to win the Senior D with a 0.917 save percentage. Goal: Tyrell King, Eston playoff scorers with 23 assists and 35 Provincial championship. Redlick was named the league’s Most 2nd Team All-Stars points in nine games. Cabri’s Kenton Kyle’s Brett Boehm and Jesse Valuable Player after leading the league Center: Jesse Shynkuruk, Kyle Dulle led the post-season with 13 goals Shynkaruk tied for the SVHL lead with with 38 assists. The Top Rookie was Right Wing: Justin Williams, Eston and was tied for second with 27 points 18 points in the post-season. Matt Rich- Eston’s Chase Elaschuk, while Eston’s Left Wing: Ryan Menei, Beechy with Shaunavon’s Dylan Bredahl and ardson led the team to the title with a Brett Howe won the Right Defence: Amory Mudrewich, Cody Tetrault. 2.00 goals against average and a 0.924 Most Gentlemanly with Ability award. Outlook Dulle had won the regular season save percentage in the playoffs. Eston’s Dustin Stevenson was named Left Defence: Cody Pettapiece, Kenas- scoring title with 29 goals and 42 points The Elks led the regular season stand- the Sask Valley’s Top Defenseman. Cen- ton in 15 games. Kopek and Bredahl tied for ings with a 17-3-0-0 record, outscoring tral Butte’s Dallas Bryan was named the Goal: Dave Armet, Central Butte second with 36 points each. their opponents 144-56. Coach of the Year. Dietrick and Richard The Shaunavon Badgers defeated the Shaunavon’s Xavier Burghardt led the league with a 9-1 record and a 3.19 save percentage in the regular season. He added a 5-3 record in the post-season with a 4.13 GAA. The Hodgeville Huskies won the Notekeu Hockey League championship BUY LOCAL series four games to two over the As- siniboia Rebels. Doors and Openers Agricultural Services Hodgeville’s Colton Adam led all play- off scorers with 17 goals and 30 points in 13 games. Teammate Derek Thomas OVERHEAD DOORS NexGen Seeds® led the league with 15 assists and was BY CERTIFIED MAINTENANCE A Division of GenX Ag Enterprise Ltd. second with 25 points. Blade Roh fin- ished with a 3-1 record and a 3.01 GAA Providing fast, friendly, reliable service to all types of Services for the Huskies. Dylan Chartrand was OVERHEAD DOORS & OPENERS • Custom Seed Cleaning • Custom Color Sorting 7-2 with a 3.29 GAA for the Huskies. • Pedigreed Seed And Cleaning • Custom Seed Treating The Huskies had finished third in the Guaranteed Workmanship backed by over 35 years experience Call 306-741-6468 regular season with an 11-5-0-2 record, Calvin Penner: 306-773-0800 Email:[email protected]•Website:nexgenseeds.ca 41298323 while the Rebels were first with a 14-4- 0-0 mark. Adam led the league with 23 Detailing Doors and Openers goals and 39 points in 18 games, one goal and one point ahead of Assini- DOCTOR POLISH & boia’s Zach Evans. Hodgeville’s Thomas, SHINE DETAILING Dalton Menke, and Kyler Sachkowski followed with 35, 32, and 31 points re- Complete Interior & Exterior automotive PALLISER OVERHEAD DOORS 2011 LTD. spectively. Detailing Including Polish and Sealants. The Huskies eliminated Rockglen in SALES • REPAIRS& PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION the opening round of the playoffs before 39 years servicing the Southwest Call 306-750-9181 upsetting the second seeded Coronach Brian Klassen • 306-773-1497 Merchants 4-1 in the semi-final series. Cory Wiebe to Book an Appointment Machining Home Designer Snooker BRUCE’S CAD SERVICE HOME DESIGNER championships Morse Machine Company Blueprints for new homes, additions, renos, light commercial BRUCE SWARBRICK returning to Morley Schimpf Machining and welding Interprovincial Journeyman Carpenter since 1978 306-221-0316 504 McCurdy Street (306) 296-7777 cell

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