by Kevin Brautigamof The IndependentSitting MP for Saskatoon-Rosetown-Biggar, Kelly Block fi nds it hard to believe opposition party’s have the best interests of the country in mind.

Block, campaigning in the area last week, was disap-

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Heartland Health Region is nearing the completion of $4.3 million in projects to make health facilities across the region safer and more comfortable for patients, long-term care residents, employees and visitors.

On April 1, local MLA Randy Weekes toured the Biggar Hospital to see for himself, the improvements made through the Ready for Growth VFA funding.

F u n d i n g f r o m t h e provincial government’s $1.5 billion Ready for Growth infrastructure initiative has enabled Heartland to make numerous upgrades, including replacing the roofs of nine health facilities, upgrading air conditioning

Four elections in seven yearsBlock amazed opposition forcing Canadians back to polls

Provincial funding improves patient safety at Biggar Hospital

and ventilation in five facilities, and upgrading fi re alarms and nurse call systems in nine facilities.

“The government is committed to infrastructure renewal in Heartland Health Region, making the health system safer and more secure for patients, clients, visitors and health providers,” explained Weekes, on behalf of Health Minister Don McMorris. “These investments are one more way this government is putting patients fi rst.”

Weekes toured Biggar Hospital to see work on improvements to patient baths, and the impact of the new roof, upgraded fire alarm and nurse call systems and the

installation of handicap accessible doors.

“The $4.3 million in funding for capital repairs and upgrades have gone a long way to improve our buildings and has helped address many of our highest infrastructure priorities,” said Director of Environmental Services, Wayne Pierrepont.

Since 2008, the region has spent approximately $2.9 million on roofing systems, $456,000 on air conditioning and ventilation upgrades, $280,000 for life safety system upgrades, $300,000 to replace worn fl ooring systems, $90,000 for improved handicap accessible doors, and $35,000 for water heater

upgrades. Another roof repair project with resume this spring.

The region is continuing to develop plans for the replacement of long-term

care homes in Biggar, Kerrobert and Rosetown.

pointed when NDP leader, Jack Layton, minutes af-ter the Conservative bud-get had fi nished reading, moved to topple the govern-ment, sending voters to the polls, May 2.

“Four elections in seven years,” Block says. “I truly believe that we had put

forward a budget that would be hard for the op-position to not support. We addressed a lot of is-sues that Canadians had raised with us throughout our pre-budget consulta-tion process, and it was a budget that allowed us to implement some measures

while continuing to manage the economy and ensure that we would still get to a balanced budget by 2015.”

Canada may be better off economically than oth-er countries, but still, an election doesn’t help as the world fi nancial slump grinds on, Block agrees.

“An election always cre-ates some uncertainty in terms of the outcome, and so when we see that we’ve managed the economy re-ally well coming out of the worst recession since the Great Depression, it was unnecessary, to my way of thinking, unnecessary and opportunistic.”

Block added that she be-lieves Canadians have a choice on May 2 between a “strong, stable Conserva-tive government to continue strengthening the economy, creating jobs, or they can choose a coalition led by Michael Ignatieff.”

She admits that it’s been interesting being on the Hill, trying to make things work as her government managed the economy, knowing they were con-stantly living un-der the opposition threat of bringing Canadians to the polls.

“It’s felt like we’ve had to be ready since the last elec-tion because we’ve lived under that constant threat.”

Pre-budget con-sultation meetings in the riding had many residents concerned that Canada continue to do well and that the economy re-cover, Block said.

“I asked constituents who attended, ‘What did we do well?’,” she said. “Without

fail, Canada’s Economic Ac-tion Plan was cited as some-thing that had to be done, and that it was working.”

The recent federal budget was to be the next phase of the Plan.

“It was a good budget. Many good measures like the volunteer firefighters tax credit, we were raising GIS -- we were looking at in-vesting another $300 million for the Guaranteed Income Supplement. There was the Children’s Art Tax Credit. Many different things that were going to be imple-mented in the Budget that I believe were addressing the needs that were raised dur-ing the pre-budget consulta-tions, and should have been supported by the opposition if they truly wanted to work together, and were truly put-

ting Canadians first and our economy.”

Running for the New Demo-crats in Saska-toon-Rosetown-Biggar is Net-tie Wiebe. Vicki Strelioff of Sas-katoon will run for the Green Party. Strelioff,

who grew up on the fam-ily farm in Arelee, going to school in Perdue, works at St. Paul’s Hospital.

For the Liberals, Lee Re-aney will run. Little infor-mation was received as of press time.

Stick around, little bug . . . Hannah Palmer, right, and Jayla Boobyer stare intently at a stick bug at St. Gabriel School last Wednesday. The St. Gabriel Kindergarten

class invited Tiny Tot Nursery kids over for a visit, a bit of play time, and a bit of some mucky, yucky bugs! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Biggar Hospital Care Team Manager, Deb Kurulak-Milne shows Biggar MLA Randy Weekes a room at the health facility that is currently undergoing upgrades to better meet patients needs. (Independent Photo by Daryl Hasein)

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The province is ensuring the safety of Saskatch-ewan residents by fulfi ll-ing its commitment to hire 120 new police offi -cers over four years.

Funding from the 2011-12 provincial budget has been provided to hire the remaining 30 police of-fi cer positions, resulting in a total of 120 new posi-tions since 2008-09.

“Our government rec-ognizes the needs of the

Gov’t fulfi ls commitment to hire 120 police offi cersRCMP and municipal police services across the province,” Corrections, Public Safety and Polic-ing Minister D.F. (Yogi) Huyghebaert said last Monday. “The addition of these offi cers provides valuable resources to police enforcement units to reduce organized crime and increase public safe-ty throughout Saskatch-ewan.”

Since the 2008-09 bud-

get, offi cers have been de-ployed to the Combined Forces Special Enforce-ment Unit (CFSEU), the Internet Child Exploita-tion (ICE) Unit, and the Northern Drug and Gang Enforcement Unit.

Since then, the ICE unit has laid 194 charges against 71 individuals and has been involved in more than 400 Internet related investigations in-volving abused children.

In the last two years, offi cers from the CFSEU and the Northern Drug and Gang Enforcement Unit have made several significant seizures of cocaine, crack cocaine and marijuana. Cash and assets from organized criminal enterprises have also been seized.

“By working closely with the provincial gov-ernment and our policing

partners, we are better able to address crime in both rural and urban communities,” RCMP Assistant Commissioner Russell Mirasty said.

“The addition of 120 new police offi cers is im-portant as it helps us sup-port our efforts to keep communities safe and reduce criminal activity across the province,” Sas-katchewan Association of

Chiefs of Police President Dale McFee said.

Since 2008-2009, 51 positions have been al-located to the RCMP and 39 positions assigned to municipal police ser-vices.

Consultations will take place this spring with po-lice leaders to determine how the positions will be allocated based on crime rates and local needs.

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The regular meeting of Biggar Town Council was held March 15, at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Attending the meeting were Mayor Ray Sadler, Aldermen Ron Arnold, Jim Besse, Don Cleaveley, Penny M c C a l l u m , E u g e n e M o t r u k , a n d K i r k Sherbino.

Council resolved that the General Accounts Paid in the amount o f $ 6 4 , 8 9 9 . 3 4 a n d the General Accounts Payable in the amount o f $ 2 5 , 1 2 5 . 5 0 , b e approved.

Council resolved that Ray Sadler be authorized to attend and bring greetings from the Town for the Century Club Celebration to be held on May 20 at the Biggar Community Hall.

Council resolved that

A new and nefarious subterfuge by crooks has Biggar RCMP asking residents to be aware and cautious when using the financial promissory bank note.

T e r m e d ‘ C h e q u e Overpayment Fraud’, illicit cheques are used in a variety of scams such as advance fee letter fraud, overpayment and prize-pitch, to name a few.

Council Minute highlightsCouncil Minute highlights

the Town hire the Biggar Youth Travellers 2011 to water the hanging baskets and planters on Main Street from June 19 to September 30 for a total of $3,800.

Council resolved that an advance of $20,000 be allocated to the 100th Centennial committee to develop the downtown park located at 224 Main Street, and further that the commemorat ive clock be located on the same site.

Council resolved that Al ’s Flooring Centre Inc. be contracted to re-sand and refinish the hardwood floor in the Biggar Community Hall at a cost of $5,400.

C o u n c i l r e s o l v e d that Bill Wright from Catterall and Wright be authorized to carry out a study on a potential

Biggar RCMP warn residents of fraudulent cheque scheme

building for the Town’s recycling depot.

Council resolved that upon review of costing for the McPhee Street subdivision, the 11 lots will be available for sale for $55,000/lot plus GST, and further that these lots be advertised for sale with a deadline of April 30, 2011, and further that a draw will be made for lot choice, if required, with a down p ay m e n t o f 2 5 p e r cent of the purchasing price.

C o u n c i l r e s o l v e d t h a t t h e f o l l o w i n g individuals be appointed at the Town of Biggar’s By law Enforcement Officers: Peter Flaman, Arlene Flaman, Ellen B a l l a n t i n e , H a r v e y Thiessen, Jacqueline Regier, Lincoln Florell, Linda Dieno.

Overpayment scams are the type of fraud w h e r e t h e p e r s o n receiving the cheque is actually owed money for goods sold. The seller receives a counterfeit c a s h i e r ’ s c h e q u e , personal cheque, or corporate cheque from the “purchaser” in an amount in excess of the amount owed; is asked to deposit the cheque and wire the excess

funds immediately back to the sender/purchaser o r t h e p u r c h a s e r ’ s agent or shipper; and, the deposited cashier’s cheque is subsequently returned as counterfeit and charged back to the seller’s account.

Anyone selling goods should be suspicious of any cheque, especially if it is for more than the agreed selling price. Consider an alternative

method of payment, such as an escrow service or online payment service. Talk to your bank about the safest way to receive funds from overseas.

To protect yoursel f against this sort of scam, never agree to a deal in which the payer wishes to issue an amount for more than the agreed p r i c e a n d e x p e c t s you to reimburse the balance. The scammers

u s e a v a r i e t y o f excuses to explain the overpayment, but any such excuse should be treated with the utmost suspicion.

I n o r d e r t o av o i d overpayment scams, remember the following g e n e r a l w o r d s o f advice:• K n o w w h o y o u a r e d e a l i n g w i t h ; independently confirm your buyer ’s name, street address, and telephone number;• N e v e r a c c e p t a cheque for more than your selling price:• Never agree to wire back funds to a buyer. A legitimate buyer will not pressure you to do so, and you have limited recourse if there is a

problem with a wire transfer;• Resist pressure to “act now!” If the buyer’s offer is good now, it should be good when the cheque clears; i f you accept payment by cheque, ask for a cheque drawn on a local bank or a bank with a local branch. You can visit that bank branch to determine if the cheque is legitimate. If the buyer want to use a service you have not heard of, be sure to check it out to ensure it is reliable. Check its Web site, call its customer service hotline, and read its terms of agreement and privacy policy. If you do not feel comfortable with the service, do not use it.

Council resolved that the invoice from the Biggar Health Centre t o t a l l i n g $ 6 , 0 0 0 b e approved for payment.

Council resolved that Eugene Motruk and Don Cleaveley be authorized to attend meetings of the

doctor recruitment and retention committee.• Meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.

Gettin’ down . . . Author Sigmund Brouwer, left, air drums with a Biggar Central School student last Thursday during his ‘Rock and Roll Literacy’ presentation. Brouwer, along with fellow author, Holly Preston, were part of the school’s Author Showcase, an annual celebration of the written word, and an encouragement to read, write, and imagine. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Chefs du jour . . . Sara Thompson and McKenna Mair, right, cook up a bit of a storm last Tuesday at Biggar Central School. The program, ‘Kids in the

Kitchen’, open to all kids, shows how to plan and create health meals. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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Monday, May 2 is election day in Canada. Not news to the vast majority of Canadians. Also not news to the vast majority of voters is the process for voting.

Elections Canada has chosen to keep Canadians in the dark about this issue. They spurn normal avenues of advertising and like to direct people to their website. A site that is hopelessly fl awed.

This user tried to fi nd out the names of the candidates running in Saskatoon-Rosetown-Biggar. The home page prompted me to type in the postal code which I did -- S0K 0M0. Apparently Elections Canada and Canada Post are not compatible because that postal code was not accepted and I was re-directed to a page prompting me for my

by Roy Romanow, distributed by Troy Media Corporation

One of Canada’s foremost environmentalists, David Suzuki, once observed “I feel like we’re in a giant car heading at a brick wall at a million miles an hour. Someone’s got to say, ‘For God’s sake, put the brakes on and turn the wheel’. But everybody in the car is arguing about where they want to sit.”

A few days ago, the Canadian Index of Wellbeing released a report tracking trends in Canada’s environmental performance from 1994 to 2009. My hope is that it will empower Canadians to say, “For God’s sake, put the brakes on and turn the wheel”, because we can no longer accept – in this country or any other – the degradation stemming from our seemingly endless and unsustainable appetite for fossil fuels, water, metals and energy. The notion of limitless growth is no longer a viable economic paradigm.Clear warning signs

Canada today is not a country in crisis. But there are clear warning signs

of potential threats to our environment and wellbeing. Soaring greenhouse gasses (GHGs), increasing waste generation and energy use, declining stocks of large fi sh species, and shrinking water supplies in parts of the country – are offsetting gains like declining air pollution emission levels, good water quality, and healthy forest bird populations. Some of these trends could eventually result in poorer health, a weaker economy, a lower standard of living, and diminished quality of life.

A starting point for better protecting, managing, and restoring our natural environment – now valued at more than one trillion dollars – is to recognize that it does not exist in a self-contained silo. The health of our natural environment is intricately interwoven with many other dimensions of our quality of life.

Scientists tell us that concentrations of GHG emissions (Canada’s are up 24 per cent since 1990) are reaching a level not seen in thousands of years, with a trajectory for levels not seen

in millions of years. Climate change is already having an impact on our economy through droughts, fl oods and invasive species, which have reduced crop yields and eradicated vast tracks of forests in parts of the country. The landmark Stern Review on the Economics of Climate Change predicts that climate change will decrease global GDP by up to 20 per cent.

Increased waste generation (up in every Canadian province and three times higher per capita in Alberta than New Brunswick) can harm community vitality (landfi lls are a divisive issue), and skew our time use by creating a society where people work longer hours to obtain more “stuff”. Shrinking freshwater supplies in parts of the country (down 8.5 per cent in Southern Canada over the past 30 years) coupled with growing demand, can restrict recreation activities like fi shing, boating, and use of community pools.

Declines in select species populations ripple forth in a variety of ways. One need only consider the widespread impacts on wellbeing that

the cod-stock collapse had in Atlantic Canada – from living standards to community vitality.

Fortunately, we Canadians are not caught up in some form of pre-deterministic drift, rushing headlong toward an inescapable future. We have the collective capacity to shape our future, to decide which values we will embrace which visions we will pursue and which policy decisions we will enact. But preserving our natural resources and improving our environment for future generations will require more far-sighted policies and enforcement by government, better stewardship by industry, and lifestyle changes by individuals.Ideas for positive change

The CIW Network – an independent, non-partisan group of Canadian and world-leading experts now based in the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences at the University of Waterloo – has put forward a number of ideas for positive change. These include: improving enforcement of environmental policy, encouraging consumers to

spend their money in a way that “votes” for the type of world they would like to see, sharing ownership of resources like bicycles and cars, and becoming ecologically literate and passing that learning on to future generations.

The path towards ensuring resilient and sustainable ecosystems is ultimately a human choice. We must begin to recognize the true value of our environment through policies, pricing, and cultural attitudes. We must think about the value of natural capital not only to address environmental concerns, but to provide a stable foundation for human wellbeing in all of its dimensions.

The Hon. Roy J. Romanow is Chair of the Canadian Index of Wellbeing Advisory Board, former Premier of Saskatchewan and former Commissioner on the Future of Health Care in Canada.The CIW’s Environment Report is available online at http://www.ciw.ca/. The CIW Network is based at the University of Waterloo in the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences.

Putting Canada’s environmental performance on the right path

then it should be providing ballots online.

Of course, fi rst and foremost the website will have to be extremely user friendly.

A concept that Elections Canada does not fully under-stand.

P.H.

User friendly is a must in a websitehome address.

Again I dutifully fi lled out my home address only to receive the message “Your address did not identify a polling station. Please recomfi rm your address and try again. If your addreess information does not identify a polling station, please call the offi ce of the returning offi cer for assistance.”

Either Elections Canada does not have a map of Biggar or Saskatchewan (I’m not sure which) but residents of Biggar do not, as of this date, have a polling station. I would call the offi ce of the returning offi cer but trying to fi nd the offi cer for this riding is another process in itself.

After a half hour searching the very unuser friendly Elections Canada website the returning offi cer is a person from Saskatoon located at the

West Venture Mall (wherever that is) at a 1-800 number.

It is also necessary to produce identifi cation before you can cross off your X on the ballot. Another point that Elections Canada is very remiss in telling Canadians. They obviously don’t know how many people in rural Saskatchewan just “pop” in to the polling stations when they have time -- especially given that the month of May could be a time when farmers are trying to get their spring seeding in (this year maybe not).

It’s a telling point that Elections Canada feels Canadians should conform to their regulations without even considering our lifestyles. If the agency really wants to prove it uses modern technology

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Focus on:• Is there a problem?• Why people rst choose to use• Neuro-Chemistry of Substance Use• Current Trends in Biggar• Identifying a Substance User• Effective Actions/Options• RCMP speaker• Questions ‘n’ Answers

Single line. Dual line. Foil. Diamond. Delta. Fibreglass frame. Carbon graphite. Loops. High dives. Ground hugs. Figure 8. Box.All these terms pertain

to kite fl ying, a favourite spring past-time. I was surfi ng the ‘Net and came across a website titled “spring season activities”. Number 5 on the list was fl ying a kite. Kite fl ying is a perfect activity for our windy spring days -- even in the summer while at the lake. Kids love it -- and you know what, so do adults.We always have a

supply of kites in the garage and in the

motorhome. If anyone is bored it is time to dig them out, head off to an open space and toss them into the air.I have found that the

more simple the kite (like a diamond shape) the easier it is to fl y. And, when you have kids you want to make the task as easy as possible or they will get frustrated and their interest will wane.Apparently kites

were fl own in China (the origin of so many things) about 2,800 years ago. The reason is that the materials needed to make a good kite could be found there: bamboo for the

frame and silk for the sail.We all know the legend

of Benjamin Franklin who fl ew his kite in a storm and discovered electricity. While kites have been used in war time and for scientifi c research, most kite fl yers fi nd it relaxing and peaceful and indulge in the activity purely for pleasure.Of course, today kites

are made from man made materials and come in many shapes and colours. All sorts of designs can be printed on the fabric -- my grandson likes Spiderman but my granddaughter likes

Dora. It probably doesn’t make a difference in the actual fl ying of the kite but you will have a hard time convincing them of that.There are those that

fl y kites professionally and attend kite festivals competing for prizes. But, the best part about the sport of kite fl ying is just to participate for fun. Throw your kite into the sky, catch the currents and away your kite will sail -- as high as you want, as much as you let out your string. (Or, if you’re like my grandson just throw the kite over your shoulder and take off on the run -- it’s sure to catch the current sooner or later and then it’s clear “sailing” from there).One of the tag lines on

a commercial site was: “The great thing about kites is that they are so bright and beautiful and so cheap to buy.” How true. This sport is very inexpensive -- the cost of the kite is minimal and nothing else is needed. Then just let the wind take your kite where it wants to. Sometimes, I can even do a loop, or a dive, or a fi gure 8 -- not necessarily on purpose. The sport can be very humbling.The best thing about

kite fl ying is the laughter. And, the bragging rights -- “look how high my kite went”.

by Karen IttermanThe sidewalks are

all clear of snow and ice making it easy for the seniors to walk downtown. Everyone is enjoying the beautiful weather.

Courtesy car drivers for the past week were Don Swyryda, Karen and Ray Itterman, Larry Wirachowsky and Dennis Robillard. Volunteer offi ce workers were Pat Turner, Dinah Kegler, Marie Winsel and Betty Mundt. For the month of March the courtesy car made 666 trips with 67 members using the courtesy car. The highest amount of trips was on March 2 with 37 trips with Ron Scott as a driver.

Kaiser scores for March 28 were Reg Turner 262, Marie Roesch 244, Bernard Zimmer 241, and Evelyn Potter 235.

Bingo winners on March 29 were Barb Swyryda winning the half-and-half and Evelyn Poletz winning the blackout.

Bowling on March 30 had Jack Eckart winning MHS and MHT with 210 and 538. June Hoppe was LHS and LHT with 165 and 454.

Shuffl eboard on March 31 had Pat Turner and Barb Swyryda coming in fi rst place, second place to Don Swyryda and Aileen Smith, third place to Myrtle Althouse, Mary Johns, Phyllis Martin and Lydia Kolberg.

Cribbage was played on April 1 with Mike Plysiuk in fi rst place, Joan Smith second place and Phyllis Martin third

Biggar New Horizons newsplace. Donna Hoogeveen provided the lunch and was host for the afternoon.

Wed evening Kaiser on March 30 had 12 players with Bernard Zimmer coming in fi rst place with a score of 241 followed by Ray Silbernagle with his score of 237. Third place went to Bill Fisher with a score of 225 and fourth place went to Ken Pearce with a score of 214.

Kaiser scores for April 4 were Howard Newton 250, Maxine Sully 246, Mary Johns 242, Tillie Zimmer 214. Highest scoring game of 72 went Grant Gamble and Maxine Sully. Carpet bowling on April 5 had Barb Swyryda, John Nyquist and Marie

Roesch coming in fi rst place and Aileen Smith, Florence Hammond and Mildred Henne in second place.

Memberships for the New Horizons are now overdue. To use the courtesy car a membership is necessary. Memberships are $15.00 per year.

Invitations are currently being delivered to those seniors that are 90 years and older for our “Century Club Celebration Tea” on Friday, May 20. This event is to honor seniors who have contributed to our community. The general public is welcome to attend.

Have a great week everyone.

Another lucky winner! . . . Marlene Flasch, right, was this month’s lucky winner of the Biggar Museum and Gallery toonie draw. Hilda Dielsen of the museum presented a cheque for $154 to Marlene. Congratulations!

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by Bob MasonI was looking

through an old 2008 Readers Digest while resting up here (I was supposed to be planting potatoes), and laughing a bit at The Best Medicine pag-es, when a big coloured one caught my eye, so I stopped and read it.

Along with comments by John Lennon, Martin Lu-ther King, Jimmy Carter and John Kennedy, was one by Albert Einstein no less. And here are some of the thoughts that one of the world’s best brains had:

“Any intelligent foot can make things bigger more complex and more vio-lent, but it takes a touch of genius to move in the opposite direction.”

Eventually I cut that page out of the RD and put it in my scrapbook with my other important (to Y.T. anyway) thing. For many, many years, old generations (like my own) have voiced their concern about the pass-ing of “the good old days”. They have been ignored because they don’t seem able to accept the “neces-sity” of “progress”.

According to us, things should stay the way that they were in our time -- and it was really some-thing to read what Ein-stein said.

Maybe to satisfy our current economics we do need to have it, for we are already far down that road. But I often wonder if some of the natives in some far-off remote region who, over the centuries, have adapted and developed their own way-of-life thing that we are moving too fast.

After all, “there is a time” (Ecclesiastic 3:1-10)

There must be volumes written about that.

The airwaves are full these days of how to pro-tect nature. And how it can get along with us, and I wonder (again) if we should approach this problem from the other way around.

ie Dear Reader: May-be it is a good thing that Y.T.’s ideas aren’t classed with those of Adam Smith, Malthus, Darwin and Karl Marx. They sure sound good (to Y.T. anyway) but in real practise maybe they won’t work so well.

I realize that a lot of this

stuff sounds like some kind of a day dream, but darn it all, whether we believe in them or not, a lot of us daydream. May-be life itself is partly a daydream, too.

I know that this sounds a bit pessimistic (so what else is new) but why is there all this hurry to change. Thousands of years ago bees polli-nated that apple tree in the Garden of Eden, and bees haven’t changed (neither has man, as far as that goes).

If all our technology were to suddenly dis-appear, it would be a great disaster. But if the world’s bees and insects went, it would be the end of civilization.

We’ve got to have change?

So what’s important to us?

“Man may count on his technical knowledge for many modern things, but we count on nature for our very existence.

Have things changed so much? I’m not trying to win any votes here, but we all know that civili-zation has always relied on food. And along with the bees and insects, the most important people on earth are the ones that produce it.

World Bibles (and there are many of them) all explain this reality, but I’m sorry to say the word “technology” can’t be found in any of them.

And man’s pitiful ide-als of right and wrong al-most seem a mistake ...

Like Einstein says, should we go back? Or should we plunge ahead into a man-made techni-cal world that means our annihilation?

Yours Truly (Y.T.) doesn’t write these things in order to tell folks what to do (we leave our lead-ers to do that) but he does (even to himself) present the choices that he does have.

Maybe civilizations and technology can coexist (I dunno). In the future

(maybe the far future) we will fi nd out.

As it is, here in 2011, all seems well.

Hopefully great minds are ruling the world (again, we don’t know) but as mentioned, we hope.

All of us know right from wrong, and yet may-be we have to go back to what Jimmy Carter, ex-president of the U.S.A. had to say on that R.D. paper:

“We cannot be both the world’s leading cham-pion of peace, and the world’s leading supplier of arms.”

And yet we keep onIt is obvious to all of

us, that some parts of the world are wealthy because in the name of peace, they supply weap-ons of violence. Why?

What is right? All of us agree that war is wrong, and yet we keep on hav-ing them.

The piece below was written many years ago:The Song of the Sand-bags (Robert Service)

“I wonder Bill if Hans and Fritz, is wondering like me!

What’s at the bottom of it all? What all the slaughters for?

He thinks he’s right (of course he ain’t) but this we both agree

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

If them who lie in feath-er beds, whilst we lie in the mud

If them who make their fortunes while we fi ght for them like hell!

If them that slings their pot of ink just had to sling their blood:

By Crust, I’m thinking there would be another take to tell!”

The above dissertation (some word) maybe isn’t that practical, pro or con, but it does make on think (including Y.T. and it’s darn near a fi rst for him!)

For far too long he has just accepted what came his way and didn’t com-plain too much and it’s sure a great feeling for The Independent to let him have his say.

Maybe the people run-ning world affairs are doing what they feel is right. Let’s hope so any-way.

Maybe democracy is working a lot better than we pessimistic writers think.

Maybe these visions of ideal things are just that -- visions. But at least they are something we think about ... and it’s up to us.

Progress -- I think

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Diamond Lodge.We have been very busy

again this week, and have enjoyed lots of company as well. The residents started out their Mon-day with exercises in the morning. It felt good to stretch the muscles. We then kicked the exercise ball around, which is good for lots of laughs. In the afternoon we played a game of Yahtzee.Tuesday morning we

joined in the Activity Room for a cup of coffee, and listened while a vol-unteer caught us up on the last week’s current events. After lunch we enjoyed a movie and some popcorn twists.The ladies met for a

Tea Party on Wednesday morning, enjoying a visit with friends. Later in the morning we played a game of Jeopardy. In the afternoon we enjoyed

Diamond Lodge NewsHappy Hour with friends and family. It was a pleas-ant afternoon, with mu-sic playing, snacking on some treats, and some residents even played a few games of crib.On Thursday morning

we met in the Activity Lounge for another exer-cise session. It is good to keep moving as much as we can, and we also have a large exercise ball that enables us to move our feet as well. After lunch, we played bingo.The smell of bacon waft-

ed through the halls, as the activity staff got breakfast ready for the Breakfast Club. Each week, 10 residents are in-vited to the Activity Room to share bacon, eggs, sau-sage, pancakes, and all the other goodies. We met in the Activity Lounge in the afternoon for our sing song, with the help of some more wonderful volunteers.Spring is here! A few

of us met in the Activ-ity Room and did some planting. We hope the tomatoes, cilantro, green peppers and marigolds grow for us. What fun we had digging in the dirt, and putting in the seeds. After lunch we watched Giant, star-ring Elizabeth Taylor and Rock Hudson, and munching on some chips and popcorn twists.Sunday morning we had

a tea party and did some reminiscing. We are still patiently waiting for the warmer weather to ar-rive. The snow is melting gradually around the area, so we just have to be patient I guess. The Arelee Brethren conduct-ed our Sunday service.That is all for this week.

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Eccentric, maybe odd, always making a difference . . . On Wednesday, April 6, St. Gabriel School students were both entertained and challenged by John and Mason from Face to Face Ministries. Thanks to a grant from the Catholic Schools Foundation, Face to Face shared a message: Make a difference in the world by sharing your gifts and talents with others. (Photo for The Independent by Rick Garchinski)

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by Kevin HurshThe nuclear crisis in

Japan is likely to have a big impact on the future development of the nu-clear industry around the world. In a less direct way, it could also lead to more starving people.

The link between the two issues is trust. Nu-clear power generation is safe, we’ve been told. The problems at Three Mile Island and Cher-nobyl should never hap-pen again. Unfortunately, no one seems to have fac-

tored in the possibility of a record earthquake, fol-lowed by a tsunami and the impact the two would have on facilities built back in the 1970s.

With radiation spew-ing from the damaged reactors, we have another reason not to believe sci-entists when they declare that something is safe.

A good scientist will never say there is zero risk, only that risk is minimal or negligible. Unfortunately, that isn’t good enough for consum-

ers when it comes to the food supply.

It’s now been 15 years since the introduction of genetically modifi ed crops. A lot of consumers don’t even realize that GM crops have been part of their diet for more than a decade. If you ask them, they’d prefer not to have any GM crops because it sounds scary.

Canada was actually the fi rst country in the world to grow a GM crop. This was canola back in the mid-90s. Worldwide, the main GM crops are corn, soybeans and cotton. So far, herbicide tolerance and insect resistance have been the traits com-mercialized. Both have been a boon to production while helping to preserve the environment.

We’re just at the cusp of GM traits that will more directly benefi t consum-ers -- drought tolerance, special food quality at-tributes and nitrogen use effi ciency. Those benefi ts may never be realized if the consumers of the world grow more risk ad-verse. There are 100 mil-lion farmers growing GM crops, most of them in de-veloping nations, but ma-jor opposition to the tech-nology still exists particu-

larly within Europe.After 15 years of grow-

ing GM crops, there is not a single credible health concern. The term genetic modifi cation is actually a misnomer. We’ve been doing that for centuries through various plant breeding methods. The new technology is bet-ter described as genetic engineering. If anything, it provides more precise control over the outcome.

The technology is in-tensely regulated. Approv-al of new traits requires exhaustive research. Is the risk zero? No, but it’s extremely low and the risk isn’t zero under con-ventional plant breeding methods either.

Affl uent Canadians, Americans and Europe-ans can afford to reject technology. In fact, many

reject all aspects of in-tensive agriculture. Go ahead and buy organic vegetables and free range chickens if it makes you feel better.

But we can’t feed the world without the con-tinuing application of biotechnology. There will be seven billion people on the planet by the end of this year and nine billion by 2050. World food pro-duction is falling behind the growth in demand.

Throw in climate change or at least climate vari-ability. Add in the fact that we want to reduce the use of pesticides. We don’t want to take more land out of its natural habitat, but we pave over good farmland every day to grow our cities. And many nations are run-ning out of the water they

need for irrigation.We can reduce food

waste and spoilage and people in affl uent coun-tries should actually be eating fewer calories, but this won’t be enough to meet the increasing food demand coming from de-veloping nations.

We can accept biotech-nology as a tool to improve yields, food quality and the nutrient utilization or crops. Or we can let the food supply become ever more precarious and ex-pensive and deal with the ramifi cations of starving people.

Let’s choose the path with the lower risk.

Kevin Hursh is a con-sulting agrologist and farmer based in Saska-toon. He can be reached at kevin@hursh.ca.

by Calvin DanielsThe Saskatchewan gov-

ernment appears to be staying the course in terms of promoting bio-fuel production in the province.In the recent March 23

budget the Saskatchewan Party announced a 13-cent per litre incentive for companies that make at least 500,000 litres of biodiesel annually.The subsidy is one which

brings Saskatchewan’s government incentive up to a level which is compa-rable with other jurisdic-tions.At present the province

has only one major biod-iesel manufacturer, that being Milligan Bio-Tech Inc. in Foam Lake, so the announcement will be well-received there.However,

the real success of the incen-tive pro-gram may be if the 13 - cents per litre is enough to attract the investment by others to expand biodiesel pro-duction in Saskatchewan with additional facilities.Certainly in a province

with an a number of ma-jor canola crushing facili-ties already in production the opportunity to expand into biodiesel production would be easily possible if the incentive is deemed lucrative enough.Of course the question of

whether making biodiesel from canola makes sense is one which is not easily answered.In general terms canola

is still a premium food oil in the world market, which likely lessens in-terest in turning it into a fuel. In terms of world biodiesel palm oil and others may make greater sense in terms of volumes, although canola offers some values such as not gelling on cold tempera-tures.There are though good

reasons to look to produce

biodiesel.On one hand biofuels in

general have merit in that they offset use of fi nite non-renewable resources. There are those who will

argue the cost in fuels related to producing biodiesel outweighs the benefi ts at present, but then again num-bers are often able to be turned to two sides of any argument.What is not in ques-

tion is the fact the production of biodiesel

from canola here in Sas-katchewan would mean new jobs should addition-al plants come on stream.One only needs to look

at Yorkton to see the dra-matic impact on the local economy the new canola crushing plants had on the community. A biodie-sel plant would have sim-ilar economic benefi ts.And, there is the fact

biodiesel plants would be an additional mar-ket for canola, which is a good thing for farmers. The plants can use lower grade seed as well, that which does not market well to the food market, so biodiesel production would provide a sort of in-surance for farmers in a province where canola is always a major crop.When all the factors are

considered the budget an-nouncement regarding biodiesel is the gem of the document for the farm sector.

Let’s keep risks in perspective

Biodiesel expansion set for Saskatchewan

RM #347 - Sealed Tenders will be accepted by Mennonite Trust Ltd. on behalf of the Executors of the Estate of John (Jack) Allen until noon, May 11, 2011, for the following land.

1. SE 22-36-14-W32. NW 22-36-14-W33. NW 26-36-14-W34. NW 35-36-14-W35. SE 35-36-14-W36. SW 35-36-14-W37. SW 2-37-14-W3

#1 contains a personal residence with natural gas to the house, well water, basic utilities and steel grain bins. Interested bidders may contact Mennonite Trust Ltd. to view the house.#3 - #7 is ideal recreational land or has been very good pasture.The purchaser must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property and not on the above or any particulars made by the Executors, or Mennonite Trust Ltd.All bids are to include a cheque payable to the estate for 10% of the offered price. Unsuccessful bids will be returned uncashed once the successful bidder(s) are contacted. All bids are subject to Executor and bene ciary approval, and the highest or any offer may not necessarily be accepted.Possession date will be June 30, 2011.All offers should be addressed to

ESTATE OF JOHN (JACK) ALLENc/o Mennonite Trust Ltd.Box 40Waldheim, SK S0K 4R0Phone: 306-945-2080

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Saskatchewan is proceeding with a major new compo-nent of emergency medical services. Medical helicopters based in Saskatoon and Regina will support faster, more responsive emergency medical care for patients across the province.

The province has signed a service agreement with Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society (STARS), a non-prof-it organization that provides rotary wing air medical transportation in Alberta. Premier Brad Wall made the announcement April 6 in Regina with STARS President and CEO Dr. Greg Powell and private sector partners.

“This is an opportunity to save lives and better serve patients and families,” Wall said. “Helicopter air medical service can clearly benefi t patients, particularly those in rural and remote ar-eas. Our goal is to provide all Saskatchewan people with access to highly-skilled medical professionals and timely emergency care. This initiative is possible because of the vision and support of STARS and generous fi nan-cial contributions from our private sector partners.”

“We are excited to work alongside the existing emer-gency services and health care providers in the prov-ince,” STARS President and CEO Dr. Greg Powell said. “Together, we will work to ensure the critically ill and injured receive a high level of medical care and rapid transportation. We commend and appreciate the leadership and sup-port of the Saskatchewan government as well as our corporate partners who have demonstrated their commitment to the people of Saskatchewan.”

The province is investing $5 million in the initiative in

Sask. moves forward withhelicopter air medical service

2011-12, and an estimated $10 million annually in fu-ture years. The remainder of the estimated costs of developing and operating the service will come from STARS fund raising and from contributions from the community and corporate sector, including $5 million from lead donor Crescent Point Energy.

Mosaic also announced its commitment to the program with a $5.5 million contribu-tion, April 6.

“Investing in the health of Saskatchewan people makes sense,” Mosaic Pot-ash Operations Senior Vice President Norm Beug said. “Mosaic is excited to help bring STARS to Saskatch-ewan and we look forward to working with government, corporate partners and local communities on this impor-tant initiative.”

“We’re proud to be a part of this great initiative,” Cres-cent Point Energy’s Vice President of Marketing and Investor Relations Trent Stangl said. “The STARS program is an essential ser-vice that will benefi t every-one in Saskatchewan. We’re excited to see it launched.”

Husky Energy, Rawlco Ra-dio and Enbridge have also committed fi nancial support to the service. Details about other corporate sponsors will be announced in the coming weeks.

The Premier acknowl-edged the support of Health Minister Don McMorris and the contributions of MLA Rod Gantefoer, who led the project team for helicopter air medical service. The service is expected to be available in the spring of 2012 in southern Saskatch-ewan, and autumn of 2012 in central and northern Saskatchewan. It will be used primarily to serve criti-cally ill and injured patients

in rural and remote areas of the province.

Helicopter air medical service will be coordinated with Saskatchewan’s exist-ing ground and fi xed wing air ambulance services. Currently, more than 100 road ambulance services provide emergency medical transportation for patients across the province. Sas-katchewan Air Ambulance (Lifeguard) operates three fi xed-wing aircraft based in Saskatoon.

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Cookies must be just so! . . . Biggar Central School’s Lisa Egert pours out a bit more icing for students Coye Kelliher, Tacy Bartusek and Savana Ellis. The students were getting some treats ready for Author’s Showcase on Thursday. The kids were enjoying their work -- probably due to snitching a bit of icing and the odd cookie when no one was watching! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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The Ministry of High-ways and Infrastructure is taking extra measures this spring to prepare for potential highway and bridge damage caused by fl ooding.

“Extensive sections of the highway network were under water, or in the case of Highway 1 near the Alberta border, wiped out entirely by

fl ooding last year,” High-ways and Infrastructure Minister Jim Reiter said, Thursday. “The ministry is making every effort to be as prepared as pos-sible in the event that we see more fl ooding this year.”

While construction on a massive arch culvert began last summer in the new westbound lanes

of Highway 1 to prevent future flooding of that section of highway, other plans and preparations have taken place during the winter and spring of 2011 to ensure a quick re-sponse to potential prob-lem areas on the highway network:• Data from the Sas-katchewan Watershed Authority and minis-

try historical experience is being used to assess potential flooding loca-tions.• Extra equipment and supplies have been or-dered including steamers to thaw out frozen cul-verts, water pumps and additional signage and barricades. For example, additional supplies in the southern region alone

include: 60 portable light-ing stands, 1,400 signs and markers, 150 sets of barricades, eight 400 gallon water tanks, 11 pumps, 56 night fl agging kits, 250 barricade lights and 10 steamers.• Bridge replacement components have been stockpiled to ensure quick restoration of bridge structures.

• Emergency trailers have been assembled throughout the province, and ministry staff will be redeployed from drier areas of the province to respond to trouble spots where needed.• A detailed list of contractors and equip-ment, including back-hoes, track-hoes, load-ers, steamers and water pumps, has been com-piled so ministry staff can quickly arrange to bring in extra help.• Ministry staff have met with local urban and rural municipalities, the Saskatchewan Watershed Authority, the RCMP and other stakeholders to ensure coordination of efforts.

Every spring the minis-try clears culverts, bridg-es and other drainage structures so they can handle runoff at their design capacity. An ag-gressive surveillance pro-gram is underway to fl ag trouble spots and provide immediate repairs where possible, as well as keep-ing the general public informed with the most up-to-date information through the Highway Hotline.

Motorists are urged to view the interactive highway conditions map online at highways.gov.sk.ca or roadinfo.tele-nium.ca/mobile.html for hand-held devices. Mo-torists may also wish to call the Highway Hotline toll-free number at 1-888-335-7623 or *ROAD on the SaskTel network.

For more information on potential fl ooding and flood preparedness in Saskatchewan go to sas-kfl ood.ca.

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by Randy Weekes, MLA, BiggarImproving Emergency Medical ServicesTimely access to emer-gency medical services is a challenge in Saskatch-ewan.

We are a large province with a lot of our popula-tion living in rural and re-mote communities, which is why our government is pleased to announce we have signed a service agreement with Shock Trauma Air Rescue Soci-ety (STARS), a non-profi t organization that provides rotary wing air medical transportation in Alberta.

The new service will sup-port our existing air and ground ambulance pro-grams, resulting in faster, more responsive emergen-cy air medical services for Saskatchewan people.

Our government provid-ed $5 million to this initia-tive in the 2011-12 bud-get and an estimated $10 million annually in future years. Private sector dona-tions also play a critical role in the funding of the STARS program. STARS is expected to be opera-tional in Saskatchewan by the spring of 2012.More help for Multiple Sclerosis

There is more good news for people and families af-fected by Multiple Sclero-sis (MS).

Manitoba recently an-nounced they are follow-ing Saskatchewan’s lead and investing $5 million in clinical trials for the MS liberation procedure. Last year, Saskatchewan became the fi rst province to provide $5 million to fund these clinical trials in an effort to get answers for people who suffer from this devastating disease. With Manitoba now on board, clinical trials will produce more extensive data and may ultimately

determine whether or not the liberation procedure is a valid treatment for MS.More police offi cers

Our government is mov-ing forward on keeping the remainder of our elec-tion promises.

Most recently, we provid-ed further funding in the 2011-12 budget so that we can fulfi l our commitment to hire 120 new police offi -cers for Saskatchewan.

Our government under-stands that the safety and security of you and your family is extremely impor-tant, and adding new of-fi cers will help to increase public safety throughout the province and give you more peace of mind.

The Government of Sas-katchewan introduced The Renewable Diesel Act in the Legislature today that will help to grow the re-newable diesel industry in the province.

“This is an excellent start in developing the renew-able diesel industry in Sas-katchewan,” Enterprise Minister Jeremy Harrison said, April 4. “It is good for the economy, good for our environment and good for Saskatchewan canola pro-ducers. This began as a recommendation from En-terprise Saskatchewan’s Board of Directors and sec-tor team. Enterprise Sas-katchewan will be meet-ing with stakeholders to continue consultations on related issues, as well as to

fi nalize regulations in the coming months.”

“Biodiesel is a better way to drive and an innovative way to fuel our economy,” Renewable Fuels Asso-ciation President Gordon Quaiattini said. “The Re-newable Diesel Act will help moderate price by adding to our fuel supply, create new jobs and benefi t farmers and drivers alike. The new legislation calls for fuel distributors to in-clude two per cent renew-able diesel content in die-sel fuel sold in Saskatch-ewan as of July 1, 2012 on annual average basis. The legislation also establishes a mechanism to administer and monitor compliance of the fuel mandate.”

“This provincial mandate

Province introduces Renewable Diesel Legislationalong with the recent fed-eral government’s biofuels announcement helps to ensure that alternative energy programs and op-portunities are shared initiatives across the coun-try,” Milligan Bio-Tech Inc. President and CEO Joe Ho-lash said. “The residents of Saskatchewan should feel good about their govern-ment’s decision to partici-pate in the efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Canada.”

A Renewable Diesel Pro-gram was introduced in the 2011-2012 provincial budget. It provides $26 million over the next fi ve years in direct incentives to eligible renewable diesel producers.

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Author Holly Preston shows off her children’s book ‘Always’ to BCS kids last Thurs-day during the school’s annual Author’s Showcase. The book, a slice of Rider pride, was a pretty big hit with the kids. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Sigmund Brouwer signs a book for Coye Kelliher in the commons area at BCS dur-ing Author’s Showcase. In addition to autographing his books, Brouwer inspired kids to read and, more importantly, write. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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description or year. Please inspect allequipment to your own satisfaction.

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DELIVERY DEADLINE - WEDNESDAY APRIL 13HI-LITES INCLUDE: TRACTORS: JD 8650 4wd; JD 8450 4wd; 1994 JD 7800 MFWD; Case 20902wd; JD 1830 2wd w/JD 146 FEL; MF 1105 2wd; JD 4630 2wd; 1950 Massey Harris 44; 1948 Ford8N; Ford 900; McCormick W30; COMBINES - 1998 Case IH 2388 S/p w/2374 thr/3039 eng hrsshowing (recent work order); 2003 Case IH 30 ft rigid str cut header; IHC 1682 pt; MF 1859 20' str cutheader; SWATHERS: JD 2360 25' sp, 2264 hrs showing; Hesston 200 series 30' p/t; SEEDING &TILLAGE: 1994 Bourgault 8800 40' air seeder; 1995 Bourgault 8800 36' air seeder & Bourgault 3225pull behind air tank; JD 610 35' seeding tool w/John Deere 787 Cart; Bourgault 2115 air seeder tank;Bourgault 534-42 40' air seeder w/Bourgault 138 tank; Bourgault 40' wing type packer bar; 2006Riteway RFP 2137 37'Packer bar; Alteen 335 30' HD tandem disc; Case IH 18' tandem disc; GRAINHANDLING: 2006 Sakundiak HD7-1400 auger w/mover; Buhler Farm King 16104 16"x104' auger; 2- Buhler Farm King 1041 10"x41' augers w/movers; Westfield MK1051 auger; Good selection of grainbins see internet for details; SPRAYING: 1994 Ro-Gator 854 80' sp high clearance; 2002 Spray Air2100 82' pt; Bourgault Centurion 3 83' p/t; 1992 Bourgault 850 Centurion II 90' pt; Flexicoil 65 XL 100'pt; Flexicoil XLT 65 100' pt; Flexicoil 65XL pt; Flexicoil System 65 100' pt; Spray-Tek Systems trucksprayer; 1992 Melroe 220 Spra Coupe 66' s/p; HAYING & LIVESTOCK: 1986 Case IH 3450 rd baler;NH 1112 Speedrower sp hay bine, 2307 hrs showing; Tonutti RCS12 hay rake; 2000 Hi Hog Bisonsqueeze; selection of new livestock handling equip; INDUSTRIAL: Caterpillar D4 Crawler dozer; JD450 Crawler backhoe; Thomas T133 Skid steer; Rowse 5 yard hyd pt scraper; Davis Fleetline 10+2Chain trencher; TRUCKS: 1998 IH 4900 Steamer washer truck; 1999 Freightliner FL 60 Flatbed DumpTruck; 1983 Chevrolet 70 3 ton flatdeck truck w/2000 gallon Kyle welding water tank; 1979 International1954 tandem axle grain truck; LIGHT TRUCKS: 2008 Ford F350 Lariat Crew cab 4x4 truck, diesel,88,398 km showing; 2006 Ford F250 XL Super Cab short box 4x4 truck; 2001 Ford F350 4wd crewcabflatdeck truck; 2001 Ford F350 XLT Super Cab long box 4x4 pickup truck; 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4wdshort box quad cab truck; 1981 Chevrolet 3500 1 ton dually flatdeck truck w/TTS20 ladder lift; 1994Jeep YJ SUV; 1996 Ford F350 4wd dual wheel service truck; 2003 Ford 4x4 Super crew; TRAILERS: 2009 Southland 16' stock trailer; 2010 H & H Canada 14 dump box trailer; 2008 H & HCanada Speedloader MX18 flatdeck trailer; 2009 Royal LCHS29-612-72 Cargo trailer; 2009 RoyalLCHS29-510-64 Cargo trailer; 2010 Southland 18' flat deck car hauler; 2005 Royal 28' enclosed HDsnowmobile trailer (custom made to also haul skid steer); 1998 Wilson 20' GN aluminum stock/horsecombo trailer; Cargo Mate Trail Blazer 5x8 cargo trailer; Cargo Mate Trail Blazer 6x10 cargo trailer;1984 Arnes 45' low bed equipment trailer; 1986 Keen 20' gooseneck stock trailer; 1986 Lode Kinggrain pup trailer; 1980 Decap 34' tandem axle belly dump gravel trailer; LAWN & GARDEN: 2006John Deere 2210 MFWD tractor & FEL 200 hrs; Kubota B6100 MFWD yard tractor w/FEL; KubotaL1500 Diesel, 3pth hitch tractor; 3 - new Turco TC180 6' rototillers ; 4 - new Turco TL125 4' rototiller;RECREATIONAL: 2006 Husaberg FE 450 motor bike; 2007 Prowler 270FQ holiday camper trailer,hardwall w/slide put; 1998 Kustom Koach 27.5 5th wheel holiday trailer; 1988 Komfort 22' holidaytrailer; 2005 Polaris Switchback Snowmobile; OTHER: 20'x30'x12' Commercial storage canopy; newyard gates; new generators and water pumps; new tool boxes and much more.Partial listing only - See full list and pictures on the internet at www.kramerauction.com or call306-445-5000 for more information

34TH ANNUAL SPRING CONSIGNMENTEQUIPMENT AUCTIONBIG BID BARN, North Battleford, SK

DIRECTIONS:3 MILES EAST OF

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CONSIGNNOW!

Perdue bowlClub 55: MHS, Tom Da-

vies, 230; LHS, Carol Lemon, 203; MHT, Al Levitt, 613; LHT, Kay Munro, 514; THS, Hope-fuls, 1071; THT, Bee Gees, 3101; MHA, Al Levitt, 191; LHA, Kay Munro, 182.

Ladies league: LHS, Joey Levitt, 229; LHT, Joey Levitt, 638; THS, Other Frame, 1034; LHT,

Saskatchewan’s building permits were up consid-erably between Febru-ary 2010 and February 2011 (seasonally adjust-ed) according to a report released by Statistics Canada last Thursday.

Building permits were up by 43.1 per cent in February 2011 over last February, the second highest percentage in-

crease among the prov-inces. Non-residential construction was up 51 per cent while residential construction was up by 37.9 per cent.

“The construction in-dustry has certainly picked up over the last year, which is not surpris-ing, given the fact that our population is up and the growth of our econ-

Building permits rise over last Februaryomy continues to lead the country,” Enterprise Saskatchewan Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “In addition, business confi dence is on the rise, signalling we can expect the growth to continue.”

Nationally, building per-mits were up only 6.5 per cent over the same period.

PerdueZeroes, 3016; LHA, Joey Levitt, 192.

Men’s league: MHS, Don Froese, 245; MHT, Jim Nicholls, 586; MHS, WWF, 767; MHT, Aveng-ers, 2125; MHA, Al Levitt, 191.

Mixed league: MHS, Dennis Notschke, 251; LHS, Trudie McBeth, 250; MHT, Al Levitt, 613; LHT, Trudie McBeth, 503; THS, D.J.’s, 1140;

THT, D.J.’s, 3004; MHA, Curtis Watson, Chai Sen-glow, 204; LHA, Joey Lev-itt, 189.

YBC -- Bowlasauras, Santana Anderson, 100; Bantam boys, Rylee Moody, 93; Bantam girls, Dakota Anderson, 92; Junior girls, HS, Danielle Munro, 139; HT, Danielle Munro, 373; Junior boys, HS, Jason Munro, 224; HT, Jason Munro, 564.

Bird’s the Word . . . BCS Junior Blazer, Mitch Lehnert makes the return as teammate, Tyrus Thomson watches. The pair were taking part in Sectional play last Tuesday at BCS. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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DUPEROW CO-OP ANNUAL MEETING

Tuesday, April 19, 2011Springwater Community Hall

Springwater, Sask.Supper • 6 p.m.

Tickets…$5, available at the doorMeeting • 7 p.m.

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• Financial Statement• Reports• Election of Directors• Door Prizes

The Biggar Wildlife Fed-eration held their annual Awards Banquet and Dance on Saturday, April 2.

Tickets for the event start-ed to sell out about a week prior to the banquet and 300 attendees enjoyed a wonderful meal featuring such wildlife delicacies as antelope, buffalo, deer, and moose meat. Highlights of the evening included the many plaques and trophies awarded to the following recipients:

Award winners: Mike Desrosiers, Northern Pike, 18 lbs 8 oz; Ken Andreas, Canada Goose, 12 lbs 1 oz; Ken Scott, Antelope, 73 3/8; Jim Tapp, Antelope-Black Powder, 72; John Zagoruy, Moose, 123 7/8; Mike Ply-siuk, Whitetail Typical, 169; Derek Meger, White-tail Typical-Crossbow, 144; Keith Dueker, Whitetail Nontypical, 149 5/8; Norm Irvine, Mule Deer Typical, 154 4/8; Greg Goring, Mule Deer Nontypical-Black Powder, 205 2/8; Ceejay Lehnert, Mule Deer Typi-cal Junior, 169 1/8; Riley Dueker, Whitetail Nontypi-cal Junior, 137 2/8; Melissa Kowalchuk, Whitetail Typi-cal Junior, 150 2/8.

Trophy winners: Mike Desrosiers, George Yarosh-ko trophy; Ken Scott, Adam Evashenko Trophy; Cee-jay Lehnert, Lancer Music Trophy; Jim Tapp, Walter Pavloff Trophy.

There were no junior fi sh entries.

The BWF is very excited and proud to be able to honor our junior hunters and fi shermen and hope to see many more such entries for next year’s banquet.

Gifts for the raffl e table and ”Wheelbarrow of Fun” were donated by generous individuals and businesses in the Biggar area. Many lucky winners carried home their prizes. Unfortunately many prizes were left un-claimed. Unclaimed ticket numbers are published elsewhere in the Indepen-dent along with instructions

BWF 35th annual awards banquet and dance

on how to claim prizes.The photo contest featured

both wildlife and scenery photos from around Sas-katchewan, as well as a new category for junior photo enthusiasts. Diana Dolack won the scenery category with her photo of a beauti-ful Saskatchewan country sky scene. The wildlife cat-egory was won by Brett Dorosh with a whimsical look at a squirrel stealing peanuts. Young Jesse Tav-anetz claimed the winning junior entry with his frost-covered birdhouse.

This year, Biggar Wildlife was honoured to have as special guests, two of the Di-rectors from the Saskatch-ewan Wildlife Federation, David Pezderic (Region 5), and Brad Dahl (Region 2). One of the past-presidents, Brad Pattinson also attend-ed and presented President Milo Hanson with an award from the SWF for donations exceeding $100,000.00 from the Biggar branch over the years. We also received an award for donations over $60,000 to Habitat Trust.

After supper and the awards presentations, the band “Touch of Grey” enter-tained the crowd until the wee hours. The music was enjoyed by all, whether they danced or preferred to sit and visit with friends.

As always, the Biggar Wildlife Federation ensures that everyone has a safe trip home. The Biggar In-surance Services picked up the tab for taxi rides from

the hall.The Biggar Wildlife Fed-

eration appreciates the community support evi-denced by the enthusiastic attendance. As this event is the main yearly fund-raiser, much of the meat for the supper is donated by gen-erous hunters. The meat is cooked and served by volunteers and their efforts are appreciated and ap-plauded. Kate Sagon Cater-ing supplied the rest of the delicious food. The money raised helps the Wildlife Federation continue the

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Tim Hammond Realty 113 3rd Ave. W. Biggar, SKTim Hammond, BSA, P.Ag. 306.948.5052 Main Office

Owner - Broker 306.948.9168 Tim’s Cell Cari McCarty - Residential 306.948.7995 Cari’s Cell Grant Anderson – Farms 306.831.9214 Grant’s Cell Dave Molberg – Farms 306.948.4478 Dave’s Cell

Homes for Sale in Biggar (MLS)Farmland for Sale (MLS)

Wardrop RM 317 2099 ac. Vogel RM 068 2071 ac. Vogel RM 097 1277 ac. Stephan RM 310 751 ac. Dixon RM 346 640 ac. HillCor RM 466 490 ac. Gray RM 346 480 ac. Whitmore RM 316 320 ac. Holbrook RM 280 317 ac. Orton RM 255 317 ac. McKee RM 376 307 ac. Gray RM 346 161 ac. Lalonde RM 345 160 ac. Robinson RM 405 160 ac. Martin RM 347 160 ac. Crozier RM 347 158 ac. Bayet RM 378 158 ac. Lamotte RM 344 150 ac.

Acreages for Sale (MLS)

Gerein RM 379 $670,000Clarke RM 287 $589,900Krivoshein RM 376 $329,000Egert RM 377 *$290,000Crozier RM 347 *$225,000Woods Road RM 347 $199,900Serson RM 347 $189,900Elliott RM 257 $85,000

Recently SoldUnity RM 380/381 2235 ac. CLA Land RM 377 160 ac.

Viterra Outlook $427,500McCormick RM 347 $169,900Levenne RM 349 $125,000Spring Creek RM 317 $35,000

Commercial Property (MLS) Demaine Hotel Demaine $399,900Nickells & Diamonds Rosetown $185,000A & D Foods Perdue $179,900Howard Concave Rosetown $160,000

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Current Listings Current Listings105 8th Ave W $356,000 419 3rd Ave E $65,000 202 3rd Ave E $299,000 209 4th Ave E $39,900 212 3rd Ave E *new* $245,000 104 6th Ave E (Lot) $30,000 402 7th Ave E $234,900 206 4th Ave. W (Lot) $27,500

320 2nd Ave E $230,000 Out of Town Property412 7th Ave W $189,000 Perdue 801 Ave J $197,500 406 7th Ave E $178,900 Landis Lot $22,500

102 5th Ave E *new* $173,900 Sale Pending!! 409 3rd Ave E $169,900 405 6th Ave E $75,000

111 4th Ave E *new* $159,000 Recently Sold!!403 4th Ave E *new* $95,000 215 4th Ave E $127,500 307 6th Ave E $79,900 220 8th Ave W $109,000405 6th Ave E *new* $75,000 Kinley 101 2nd Ave E $110,000

403 4th Ave. East Featured Listing $95,000Incredible 2 story 4 bedroom home at a great price. Main floor features a spacious kitchen, LR, adjoining DR & 2 pc bathroom. 3 bedrooms & 4 pc bathroom upstairs and 4th bedroom and rec room downstairs. Fenced yard with a 24 x 26 single detached garage & 12 x 20 storage shed. Call today!

102 5th Ave. East Featured Listing $173,900Spacious 1 & ¾ story 3 bedroom home. This home boasts an efficient floor plan with an updated kitchen, dining room and open living room and spacious master bedroom and main floor laundry. Landscaped yard with single detached garage. A must see!

409 3rd Ave. East

Featured Listing $169,900Gorgeous 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 storey home. Features a beautiful large open kitchen with modern European cupboards & garden doors to wrap around deck. Incl: DW, C/A, C/V, 4 appliances, developed basement, 16 x 21 detached garage, newer laminate flooring, updated full bathroom with ceramic tile finishing.

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Advanced Education, Em-ployment and Immigration Minister Rob Norris has received the fi nal report of the 2010 Regional College Review.

The Regional Colleges Act requires a review of the regional college system at least once every fi ve years. Dr. Michael Atkinson, Ex-ecutive Director and Profes-sor of the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy led the review.

“I want to thank Dr. At-kinson and his colleagues for their thoughtful insight and for identifying the op-

Final report released on Regional College Reviewportunities and the chal-lenges faced by the Regional Colleges and the Province,” Norris said, Thursday. “This report will serve as an excel-lent platform from which we can develop an action plan to refi ne the Regional College system for the benefi t of to-day’s students and students in the future.”

The report contains 20 rec-ommendations including:• The need for a cohesive and co-ordinated Regional College system;• The need for quality as-surance procedures;• Improved board gover-nance; and• A modernization of The Regional Colleges Act.

“Saskatchewan’s regional colleges are evolving amidst broader global changes in

the nature of employment and the availability of post-secondary education,” Dr. Atkinson said. “I hope people will read the report and take the recommendations as an opportunity to help colleges and the province respond to the needs of students.”

There are seven regional colleges in Saskatchewan, which include: Northlands, North West, Cumberland, Carlton Trail, Parkland, Great Plains and South-east Regional Colleges. The regional college system is ac-cessed by more than 24,000 students each year.

The Atkinson report Saskatchewan’s Regional Colleges: Towards a New System is available at aeei.gov.sk.ca/regional-college-review-report.

Author’s Showcase receives boost . . . Biggar Credit Union’s Cathy Archibald, centre, presented a cheque for $750 to Biggar Central School 2000 teachers, Natalie Chupik, left, and Cheryl Isinger. The money went to the school’s annual, and very popular, Author’s Showcase.

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Emma Puff (nee Redlich)It is with sadness that the family announces the death of Emma

Puff (nee Redlich) occurred at her residence, Porteous Lodge, in Saskatoon, Sask. on Tuesday March 29th 2011.

Emma is survived by her son, Ronald (Julia) Puff; grandson, Herman Puff; sister-in-law, Alma Redlich; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, William Puff; parents, Emilie and Albert Redlich; mother and father-in-law, Henry and Elizabeth Puff; and brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Mary Redlich; brother, Arthur Redlich, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Henry and Catherine Puff, John and Georgina Puff, and Arthur and Elizabeth Nesselbeck.

Emma was born in Lang, Sask. Her family moved to Biggar, Sask. district when Emma was a young child to a homestead north of Biggar. In the 1920s the family moved to a farm directly south of Biggar. Emma married William Puff in 1938. Their son, Ron was born in 1943. They farmed in several locations south of Biggar from 1938 to 1944. In 1945 they moved to the Dale farm in the Triumph District south of Biggar. They formed many lifelong friends in the Biggar town and district. Bill and Emma moved to Saskatoon in 1962, but continued to farm for a number of years. They joined Augustana Lutheran Church in 1962 and enjoyed active church involvement for the remainder of their lives. Emma lived in her own home until 2009 when she fell and broke her arm. Following this, her health declined and she resided at Porteous Lodge until her death. Emma and Bill had a lifelong love of classical music. They met in the 1930’s as a result of having the same music teacher. Emma was a skilled seamstress. She was always eager to learn new creative skills. In her later years, Emma’s greatest passion was quilt making. She produced hundreds of quilts for the charity project at Augustana Lutheran Church until the day she moved out of her home. Emma loved entertaining family and friends in the 50’s at their cabin at Cochin Beach. She kept in close touch with her many close friends and family her entire life. For those so wishing donations in Emma’s memory may be made to a charity of choice.

A Visitation was held at Saskatoon Funeral Home on Sunday, April 3, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services were held at Augustana Lutheran Church, 1201 Broadway Ave., Saskatoon, on Monday, April 4, 2011, at 2:00 pm with interment at Woodlawn Cemetery followed by a reception in the church hall. Condolences may be sent to mail@saskatoonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to SASKATOON FUNERAL HOME. 244-5577

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MEMORIAMS

COMING EVENTS

Compassionate Friends “Sharing

Meeting”(self-help group for parents who have experienced the

death of a child)

Wednesday, April 13 7 p.m.

Wellness Centre BCS 2000

701 King St., BiggarFor more info or interested

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HAGEN: In loving memory of Lionel, who passed away April 10, 1991.

“Like falling leaves, the years go by

But love and memories never die.

No longer in our lives to share,But in our hearts you

are always thereEach of us in our own special wayRemember you

with love always.”Love Sylvia and family

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Edward Edward SilvernagleSilvernagle

December 1, 1931 - December 1, 1931 - April 16, 2007April 16, 2007

“It’s been four years, DAD“It’s been four years, DADSince you were called away,Since you were called away,How well we do rememberHow well we do rememberThat sad and sorry day.That sad and sorry day.We thought of you with We thought of you with

love today,love today,But that is nothing new.But that is nothing new.

We thought of you yesterdayWe thought of you yesterdayAnd the day before that too.And the day before that too.

In tears we saw you fade away, In tears we saw you fade away, Our hearts were sadly broken.Our hearts were sadly broken.

You fought so hard to stay.You fought so hard to stay.But then it was over, But then it was over,

you fell asleep,you fell asleep,So peaceful, free of pain.So peaceful, free of pain.

We could not wish you backWe could not wish you backTo suffer that again.To suffer that again.

Our lives go on without you.Our lives go on without you.And nothing is the same.And nothing is the same.

We try to hide our heartacheWe try to hide our heartacheWhen someone speaks When someone speaks

your name.your name.Sad are these hearts Sad are these hearts

that love you.that love you.Silent are the tears that fall.Silent are the tears that fall.Living our lives without youLiving our lives without youIs the hardest part of all.”Is the hardest part of all.”

Love Pearl and familyLove Pearl and family

Ray GaudetAugust 12, 1949 - August 12, 1949 -

April 13, 2010April 13, 2010

“God called him home, it was His will,

But in our hearts we love him still;

His memory is as dear todayAs in the hour

he passed away.We often sit and think of him

When we are all alone,For memory is the only thingThat grief can call its own.”

Fondly remembered by Doreen; Darryl and Dean Gaudet and their families

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

“It’s been ten years since you left us,

You were truly a faithful hus-band, trusting and

loving father and grandpa.”Oh, how we miss you.…

Your family

David JordanDavid JordanJuly 17, 1959 - July 17, 1959 -

April 16, 2006April 16, 2006

“Remembering“RememberingYour smileYour smileYour laughYour laugh

Your witYour witYour jokesYour jokesYour voiceYour voiceYour loveYour love

You were an amazing You were an amazing father, husband and friend,father, husband and friend,

You maybe gone, but you You maybe gone, but you will never be forgotten.will never be forgotten.Smile and Remember.”Smile and Remember.”

We miss you everyday.We miss you everyday.

Love always and forever…Love always and forever…

Rhonda, Mitchell, Rhonda, Mitchell,

Kiley, Jessie and JakobKiley, Jessie and Jakob

TROJAN, Vera: In loving memory of a dear sister who passed away April 7, 1996

“You are not forgotten, sister,Nor ever will you be,

As long as life and memory lasts,

We will remember thee.”Lovingly remembered

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SUNDAYS in April: Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans will be meeting for worship at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul’s Anglican Church. Everyone is welcome.

48/10tfnFRIDAYS during LENT: Ecumenical Noon Hour Service and Lunch at St. Paul’s Anglican Church begins at 12:05 noon. Sponsored by Biggar & District Ministerial. Everyone welcome.

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TUESDAY, APRIL 12: 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Biggar Museum Sandwich, Salad and Desserts @ Biggar Business Garage Sale @ MacPherson Hall (former Elks Hall), 1st Ave. East, Biggar.

13c3FRIDAY, APRIL 15: CIBC Biggar, 100 years Celebration, 12 noon - 3 p.m. Free hot dog and drink, noon-1 p.m.; Celebration and Cake Cutting @ 1:30 p.m.; Live entertainment to follow. Door prizes.

15c1April 27 is the Canadian Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day. Do something helpful for someone experiencing cancer. Show your support by wearing a daffodil lapel pin during Daffodil Month. www.DaffodilsForLife.ca

MONDAY, MAY 2: Family Centre annual general meeting, 7 p.m., Nova Wood Centre. All welcome.

15c3TUESDAY, MAY 3: 2 p.m., ‘Mother of the Year Tea’ at Biggar Community Hall, sponsored by Biggar Community Connections. Come honour the Mothers of the Year!. Open to everyone. Silver collection.

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TUESDAY, APRIL 12: Biggar Chamber of Commerce Annual Spring Garage Sale in MacPherson Hall (former Biggar Elks Hall), 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Lunch served by Biggar Museum & Gallery. Everyone welcome!

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ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SURVIVORS! If you received the CEP (Common Experience Payment), you may be eligible for further Cash Compensation. To see if you qualify, phone toll free 1-877-988-1145 now. Free service!

Families, clubs, churches and businesses are invited to do a Heritage Page to be on permanent display at Biggar Museum. Share your history! Do yours prior to the centennial celebrations! For more information call 948-3451 or visit museum 1 - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.

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Mike and Tanya Hebert (nee Guran) are proud to announce the arrival of a

new brother for Chloe, Xander Lennon

born May 29, 2011, weighing 7 lb.

Proud grandparents and great-grandparents are: Rejeanne Tremblay and

Armand Hebert of Trois-Rivieres, Que., Larry and

Sandy Guran, Sally Bell and Frank and Agnes Guran, all

of Biggar, Sask.

Darren and Tracey would like to announce the arrival

of their son, Nicholas Samuel

Paul Kushnerborn on December 22, 2010,

weighing 8 lb. 1 oz.at Rockyview General Hospital, Calgary, Alta.

Proud grandma is Pauline Kushner.

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HEALTH/WELLNESS

Charter/Sherwood

Apartments1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom

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

For more information call:948-3820

302 - 8th Ave. W. • Biggar

FOR RENT

SERVICES

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

We have gifts and informationwww.welcomewagon.ca

HOUSES FOR RENT

REAL ESTATE

PERSONAL

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

LAND FOR SALE/RENT

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

ndersonccountingA

Murray AndersonB.Comm.

Farm and PersonalComputerized Tax

Credit Union Basement302 Main Street • Biggar

Box 1588 • 948-2022

HOUSES FOR SALE

TENDER

MISCELLANEOUS

WANTED

RECREATION

CARS & TRUCKS

MISCELLANEOUSThis newspaper accepts advertisements in good faith. We advise that it is in your interest to investigate offers personally. Publications by this paper should not be taken as an endorsement of the product or service offered.

31tfn Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association’s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.swna.com.

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NEVER SHOCK CHLORINATE AGAIN! New! Continuous Shock Chlorinator. Patent Pending Canada/U.S.A. No mess, effective year round for smell, iron bacteria, slime. Inexpensive. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON; www.bigirondrilling.com.

SAWMILLS - Band/Chainsaw - SPRING SALE - Cut lumber any dimension, anytime. MAKE MONEY and SAVE MONEY in stock ready to ship. Starting at $1,195.00. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

Accepting donations, new and handmade for Biggar & District Arts Council/Museum Centennial Silent Auction on July 1 and 2. Please drop off at the Museum by June 15.

15c10Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Land ll OR contact Quentin Sittler at 658-2132

3tfnMain Street Garage Sale is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition. Please phone 948-1773 or 948-5393. Pickup available.

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

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For Sale: 1995 Corsair Excella 26.5 ft 5th wheel RV, 3 season, heated tanks, boat hitch and RV plug. Excellent condition, stored inside, low mileage. Phone 948-2736.

15c4TWO WHEELIN’ EXCITEMENT - Learn to repair street, off-road and dual sport bikes. Hands-on training. On-campus residences. Great instructors. Challenge 1st year apprenticeship exam. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

LEARN SMALL ENGINE REPAIR. Hands-on training on ATV’s, snowmobiles, personal watercraft. Excellent Instructors and shop equipment. On-campus residences. Write apprenticeship exams. GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

Charolais Bulls for sale, white and red factor. Semen tested and delivered. For more information call Domes Charolais, 306-948-5260, John.

13p3Polled yearly Charolais bulls, semen tested and delivered. Bull with bred in calving ease, lots of hair and performance. Layne and Paula Evans, Kenaston, Sask., 306-252-2246.

12c8Wanted...yearlings, calves, culls. Market through Teamauctionsales.com or buy off-farm. Contact Owen, 948-2387.

34/09tfnNORDAL LIMOUSIN and Angus Bull Sale. Saturday, April 16, Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon. Selling 40 black and red polled 2 yr. old Limousin, 30 Black and Red Angus yearling and 2 yr. old. Contact Rob Garner, Simpson, Sask. 306-946-7946. Catalogue available @ www.nordallimousin.com.

SEED & FEED

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Standing forage; 100 acres cattlemens mix standing hay and 600 acres of alfalfa. Phone 228-3727

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

5tfnREGISTER NOW! Saskatoon Active Adult Large Ground Level Townhomes www.diamondplace.ca

For Rent: RM 346, Perdue, Section 01-36-11-W3rd, 400 cultivated acres. 306-237-4773. Leave message.

15c3RM of Glenside #377, SW 24-39-14-W3, assessment 47,400, 97 cultivated acres all in SMF. Priced at 98,000. Contact Duane Neufeldt @ 306-948-8055 RE/MAX Saskatoon MLS.

15c3Land for Tender…NW 1/4-22-38-18-W3rd, RM Reford. Accepting tenders until April 22, 2011. Highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted. Send tenders to Iris Dresser, Box 1630, Unity, SK, S0K 4L0

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Three bedroom home in Biggar with single attached garage, ve appliances plus water softener included. New furnace and water heater in 2009. For inquiries 306-760-1355

13c3For Sale…Character home, new kitchen, hardwood oors, gas replace, 3 bdrm, 1-1/2 bath, nished basement, garage/shop, fenced/landscaped yard. For more info call 948-5490

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Three bedroom, 1-1/2 bath house for rent in Biggar, $500/month plus utilities, washer and dryer included, 129-2nd Ave. West. Available June 1st. Call 306-220-7509

13p3Three bedroom home (fully modern). Available January 31, 2011. For viewing, contact 948-3674 or 948-7022 or 948-9517

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Two bedroom basement suite, $500/month includes utilities, internet included, available immediately. Phone Andrea, 306-380-1635

14p3Brand new 3-bedroom, 3 bath townhouse for rent. All appliances, garage, 1200 sq ft. No smoking, No pets, No parties. Starting at $1100/month. Call Dave 306-221-6888. Available October 1, 2010.

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Stop in to…

1st Ave.West,

Biggar948-2700 Deadline: Wednesday 5 p.m.

FOR SALE BY TENDERThe R.M. of Reford No. 379

invites tenders on the following:1979 CASE 2090

8,500 hours, 787 hours on motor job, A/C and heater, power shift, 4 hydraulic remotes, 23.1 - 34 single rear

tires in good shape, no uid.Inspections are invited, contact 306-658-2098.

Sealed bids will be received by the undersigned until 4:00 p.m. local time, May 4, 2011 and will be reviewed at the May 5, 2011

regular meeting of council.The lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted, and the R.M. of Reford No. 379

reserves the right to reject any or all tenders.Submit sealed tenders to:

Sherry Huber, AdministratorR.M. of Reford No. 379

P. O. Box 100Wilkie, SK S0K 4W0

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 19MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2011

For PROFESSIONAL printing…contact The Biggar Independent, 948-3344

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

TOWN OF BIGGAR

Applications are being accepted for the

Seasonal Public Works positions for the period: May - September,

2011. Applicants shall state earliest date available for employment and dates not available for work due to other commitments. Information on duties and wage rates can be obtained from the undersigned. Deadline for applications/resumes: April 15, 2011.

Apply to: Richard Olson, Town Foreman Town of Biggar P. O. Box 489 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Fax: 306-948-5134 Email: townof ce@townofbiggar.com

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

Job Posting --

Administrative AssistantAGI-Envirotank requires an Administrative Assistant to

be responsible for a wide variety of administrative duties in support of senior management.

The Administrative Assistant will possess typical secretarial and receptionist skills in addition to the ability to perform more complex duties and services such as, but not limited to, employee time sheets, project hours tracking, supply ordering, daily bank deposits and invoicing.

AGI-Envirotank offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive bene t package and career advancement opportunities.

Quali ed applicants should email resumes to sheather@envirotank.com or fax (306) 948-5263 Attention: Shanon.

MEMBER SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE

Student Employment Opportunity

A Temporary Full-time Member Services Representative is required for our Biggar Branch. Employment will commence approximately May 9, 2011 until August 26, 2011.

THE POSITION:This position reports to the Member Services Team Leader. The core function of the position is to respond to member’s needs by delivering cash services and other Credit Union products and services, and to promote member use of the Credit Union.

QUALIFICATIONS:The applicant must be a student enrolled in post-secondary education in the fall of 2011. The position requires an individual that is con dent, has a positive attitude toward learning and change, shows initiative, can work independently, and is friendly, outgoing and reliable. Minimum Grade 12 education is required. A working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and general PC operations, as well as cash-handling experience, would be considered bene cial.

COMPENSATION:The salary for the position will be commensurate with quali cations and experience.

Interested applicants must submit their resume by April 18, 2011 to:

Biggar & District Credit UnionP.O. Box 670BIGGAR, SK S0K 0M0Attn: Human ResourcesEmail: cathy.archibald@biggar.cu.sk.ca

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYBiggar Housing Authority requires a part-time grounds person (four months). Phone 948-2101 for details by April 30, 2011.

15c3Biggar Golf Club is now accepting applications for the 2011 season. Clubhouse staff must be a minimum of 19 years of age and Course staff must be at least 16 years of age. All staff are required o hold a valid driver’s license. Send resumes and a cover letter stating which position you are applying for to: Biggar Golf Club, Box 1431, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0. Deadline for resumes is April 8, 2011

13c2CONCRETE FINISHERS. Edmonton-based company seeks experienced concrete nishers for work in Edmonton and Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; John@RaidersConcrete.com. Cell 780-660-7130. Fax 780-444-7103.

EXPERIENCED WINCH TRACTOR and Bed Truck Drivers for drilling, rig moving trucking company. Phone, fax, email or mail. Email: rigmove@telus.net. Phone 780-842-6444. Fax 780-842-6581. H & E Oil eld Services Ltd., 2202 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, AB, T9W 1L7.

IDEAL FOR Semi-retired Couples: Service Master Security is accepting applications for contract oil eld security workers from mature responsible couples. Skills & requirements: Basic computer literacy, excellent communication skills & work ethics, reliable 4x4 transportation, handy-man & equipment maintenance abilities an asset, must pass criminal records check & qualify for Guard Licensing, must be willing to obtain Safety training as required. Job speci c training is provided. Contact for details: 403-348-5513. Fax resume: 403-348-5681. Email: servicemasters@telus.net.

LUK Plumbing + Heating LTD. operating in Saskatchewan is seeking Journeymen Plumber and/or HVAC techs. F/T, Top Wages, Bene ts, RRSP. Commercial, Residential, Industrial.office@lukplumbing.com

PARTS PERSON. Case IH/NH Dealer in northern central Alberta. Ag background preferred. Motivated individual with computer skills. Year round employment. Dental/Health plan. Wage = experience. Hi-Line Farm Equipment, Wetaskiwin, Alberta, 45 minutes South of Edmonton. Fax resume to 780-352-9777 or email: jimr@hilinecnh.com.

R e p o r t e r / P h o t o g r a p h e r . Reliable vehicle and a valid drivers licenserequired, bene ts available. Wages commensurate with experience and education. Send resume, clips of recent stories and photos to the Weyburn Review, Box 400, Weyburn, Sk. S4H 2K4. Attention Darryl Ward, publisher. Email: dward@weyburnreview.com

Big Sky Farms, one of the largest hog producers in Canada and one of Saskatchewan’s “Top 100” companies, is recruiting for the following position at the Eagle Creek Unit located near Plenty, SK:

Assistant Manager – This position is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the barn & ensuring Big Sky’s standards of animal welfare are met.

Come be part of an established Company that provides training, competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses, employer paid benefits, matched pension, plus additional perks!

To apply, please call Devin at 932-4450 or call 682-5041 for an application. Resumes can be sent to:

Big Sky Farms Box 610, Humboldt, SK, S0K 2A0 Fax: (306) 682-1926 Email: hr@bigsky.sk.ca

ASSISTANT MANAGER

SALES SPECIALISTS - Financial prosperity is sometimes just a matter of being in the Right place at the right time with the right products. Saskatoon Hyundai is the right place, now is the right time and the Hyundai product lineup is stunning. We need 3 more Sales Specialists NOW!- Minimum earnings guarantee - 30% commission and exciting bonus program - Full tier 1 company bene ts and perks - state of the art training and sales tools - relocation assistance - respect, appreciation and reward. Send your resume to Dwight@saskatoonhyundai.com. If you have previous car sales experience – just call Dwight at (306) 664-6767 to arrange for an interview.

SOUTH ROCK LTD. is hiring Milling Personnel, Paving Personnel (Pavers, Rollers, Packers), General Labourers (Screed, Raker, Flag), Heavy Duty Mechanic. Experience with asphalt preferred. Valid drivers licence required; careers@southrock.ca. Fax 403-568-1327; www.southrock.ca.

THINK BIG! Heavy Equipment Service Technician Training. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning. High school diploma and a mechanical aptitude required. On-campus residences. GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-999-7882; gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

TOWN OF LANIGAN E M P L O Y M E N T OPPORTUNITY. The Town of Lanigan invites applications for the position of Director of Recreation & Community Development. The ideal candidate should possess the following: Certi cate/Diploma from a recognized Recreation Program or equivalent - Work experience in a eld of Economic Development & Tourism would be an asset. Current salary range is $32,000 to $36,000 annually plus a comprehensive bene ts package. For a list of duties, contact the Town of Lanigan at (306) 365-2809 or email town.lanigan@sasktel.net. Resumes complete with 3 references should be sent to: Town of Lanigan, Box 280 Lanigan SK S0K 2M0 or faxed to: (306) 365-2960. Application deadline is Wednesday, April 20th, 2011.

A PROGRESSIVE, multi-branch, full service hydraulic component re-manufacturing company has a need for Journeyman Machinists or equivalent experience in our Edson, Alberta location. Consideration will be given to existing apprentices. We offer a competitive wage and bene t package. Fax: 780-723-7883 or email: fottyd@cil.ab.ca.

HOMEWORKERS Get paid daily! Now Accepting: Simple Full/Part Time Data Entry & Online Computer Related Work is available. No fees or charges to participate. Start Today, www.NIAWOC.com

NEED A HOME phone? Cable TV or High Speed Internet? We can help. Everyone approved. Call today 1-877-852-1122 Protel Reconnect.

Full Time Employment Concrete Grain Facility,between Plenty and Dodsland, Saskatchewan

Facility Assistant• The successful applicant will be responsible for performing duties related to the operation of the grain, crop input and maitnenance facilities as directed by the Managers of Plant Operations.• Strong communication and customer service skills are necessary.• A comprehensive salary and bene t package will be provided.

Maintenance Assistant• The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting with duties related to the repair and maintenance of all grain handling and crop input assets as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.• Strong mechanical skills, training and/or experience would be considered an asset.• A comprehensive salary and bene t package will be provided.

Plant/Cleaner Operators• The successful applicant will be responsible for the operation and housekeeping of the grain handling and grain cleaning equipment. Plant/Cleaner Operators will also assist with duties related to grading, binning, shipping grain and crop input retail warehousing as directed by the Managers of Grain Operations.• Strong commodity grading skills, training and/or experience would be considered an asset.• A comprehensive salary and bene t package will be provided.

Deadline for applications is Friday, April 22, 2011.Please send resumés to:

Prairie West TerminalAttention: Brent Sivertson, GM Grain Operations

Box 244 – Plenty, SK S0L 2R0or via email to: bsiverston@p-w-t.ca

www.prairiewestterminal.com

West Central Saskatchewan’sIndependent Grain Company --

“Farmer Owned and Proud of it”

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ACCOUNT MANAGERThe Biggar & District

Credit Unionis looking for an individual

to provide lending functionsto our commercial & agriculture members.

Previous banking or relatededucation would

be an asset. Please submit resume to theBiggar & District Credit Union,c/o Murray Sunderland, P.OBox 670, Biggar, Sask. S0K

0M0 or emailmurray.sunderland@biggar.cu.sk.ca

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BLANKET CLASSIFIED ADS

can reach more than 520,000 potential cus-

tomers

One phone call covers the entire province

Expand your market and increase your

pro ts.

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Independent, Biggar, Sask.

CITI TRENDS INC is looking to work alongside individuals who have: Brilliant Customer service and interpersonal skills. No experience as we will offer full informative workshops for applicants. No matter what your career goal, you have to start somewhere. Enjoy the dealing with people but not able to advance or progress in your career? No Worries! We are looking for professional applicants who are available for immediate starts. Do you have good communication skills? Looking for an immediate start? Send resume to hr@cititrendinc.com or cititrendinc@gmail.com.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Biggar Community Majestic Theatre

APRIL HAPPENINGS

For bookings and information please phone Bear Hills RDC @ 306-948-2295

This space is compliments of The Biggar Independent

FRIDAY, APRIL 15 & SATURDAY, APRIL 16

8:00 p.m.Mars Needs Moms

FRIDAY, APRIL 29 & SATURDAY APRIL 30

8:00 p.m.And Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Randy Weekes, M.L.A.

for the Biggar Constituency1-877-948-4880

Of ce Hours:Monday - Friday9 a.m. - 12 p.m.and 1 - 5 p.m.

Phone: 306-948-4880106 - 3rd Ave. West, Biggar

Fax: 306-948-4882e-mail:randyweekes.mla@accesscomm.caWeb site:

www.randyweekes.caP. O. Box 1413

Biggar, SK. S0K 0M0

by the Public Health Inspectors of Heartland Health RegionDid you know that 30 to 35 per cent of the wells in Saskatchewan exceed safe levels of bacteria?

A surprising, 99 per cent of the province’s wells exceed guidelines for at least one parameter. Rural well water quality is an important issue in Heartland Health Region since roughly 35-40 per cent of the population relies on private water sources such as wells and cisterns. Compare this to 13 per cent of the Canadian population that uses well water.

Well water quality

Rural wells and your health: Protecting your groundwater supply

changes over time. Wells that were good in the past may not be safe to drink from anymore. Some common issues in our area are bacteria, nitrate, uranium and arsenic. Each of these contaminants can cause health effects that are both urgent and life long. Bacteria live in surface water, and are not usually found in ground water, but many wells in Heartland test positive for bacteria!

Old wells that are no longer used, but have not been decommissioned are a major source of contamination of ground water. The old well will funnel contaminants into the ground water every

spring and summer. Septic systems that were poorly constructed and ageing septic tanks are major sources of ground water contamination, with or without rainfall.

Sometimes ground water is contaminated over and over again by surface water. In this case the water is called Ground Water Under the Direct Infl uence of Surface Water. Even though there may not be a river or lake nearby, snow melt and rainfall can contaminate shallow wells. The snow melt and rain fl ush bacteria on the surface into the ground water. When bacteria from the surface get into your well, parasites can enter your water too. You cannot see or taste bacteria and parasites. Periods of drought also change the water quality of shallow wells. Nitrates are a greater concern for shallow wells in Heartland during dry years.

Deep well water is not affected very much by rain and snow. In Heartland, most deep wells have high mineral content. Minerals change the taste of water; however you can’t taste bacteria and parasites. Deep wells do not have the same problems with nitrate, bacteria, and parasite contamination,

but some deep wells in Heartland have uranium and arsenic. Deep wells in our area tend to have high sodium, which is a concern for people on low sodium diets.

Clay soils and bedrock protect wells better than sand and gravel formations do. If a well is located in or near a gravel pit, a spring, a dugout or body of water, it is at a higher risk of bacteria and nitrate contamination. Sand points, dug wells, or bored wells that are less than 60 feet deep are the most easily affected.

The type of casing used in a well is key to protect the ground water. Wells built of wood, concrete rings or corroded galvanized steel don’t protect ground water. These materials allow bacteria in surface water to contaminate the well. Wells that have a well pit are commonly contaminated by surface water.

The site of a well impacts water quality. If the well is near a tree, the roots grow and punch holes in the well casing. If puddles collect on the ground around the well, the puddles will have bacteria and sometimes parasites that can contaminate

shallow wells. Many shallow wells in our area are located in sand and gravel deposits. Rain and snow melt travel easily through this type of formation, and fl ush contaminants into wells. Sand and gravel deposits collect surface water from a large area and wells in this type of formation routinely have bacteria in them.

The water you drink affects your overall health and well-being. Make sure you are using

a safe water supply every day. Many people in Heartland have problems with their well water.

If your well has any of the issues discussed above please contact your local public health centre and ask to speak to the Public Health Inspector.

Written by the Public Health Inspectors of Heartland Health Region.

MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2011 THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 21

REAL ESTATE

of The BattlefordsIndependently Owned and Operated

Wally LorenzSales Associate

1391 - 100th St.North Battleford, SK

S9A 0V9Day or Night

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

znerol.w@sasktel.net

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

HANDY JIM SERVICES

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

• general repairsCall Jim @ 948-3333

LACK OF ADVERTISING is like winking at a pretty girl in the

dark…YOU KNOW what you’re doing,

BUT NO ONE ELSE DOES!

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

“Big or Small -- We Do Them All”

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

Serving Biggar ... Since 1968

EYE CARE

Ladies Only 30 min. Workout…owned and operated by

Diane Larouche Ellard,Can-Fit-Pro Certi ed

Personal Trainer

104 - 6th Ave. E., Biggar

948-7967

in Nova Wood Centre

BIGGAR HOUSING AUTHORITY

Housing for families and seniors

Rent based on incomeCall: 948-2101

FOR RENT HOME

IMPROVEMENTS

MADGE CONTRACTING LTD. For all your roo ng needs…

New ConstructionMetalRe-roofsAsphaltShakes

We offer 10 Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch

On InsuranceExcellent Local References

For a FREE estimate please

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

Biggar, Sask.

Torch-onTileAll repairs

For all your glass needs…owned and operated

by Matt Poitras104 - 2nd Ave. West

Biggar

948-4846

ResidentialCommercialAutomotive

Business & Professional …Business & Professional …

PHILLIPS FLOORS &

MOREFlooring, Appliances,

Custom Cabinets, Electrolux, Paint

and supplies204 Main St. • Biggar

Phone 948-1773

BIGGAR ELECTRICAL &

REFRIGERATION SERVICES

Authorized Appliance DepotElectrical Wiring

TrenchingLicensed Journeyman

Adrian de Haan

948-5291

PHILLIPS ELECTRIC

• Residence• Commercial Wiring

For free estimates Ph: 948-5393

Cell: 306-221-6888

Wylie Farms Ltd. SEED CLEANING

Canadian Seed Institute Accredited Pedigree, Commercial & Custom Cleaning

FULL line of Cleaning Equipment including Gravity Table

Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

For all your Cereal and Pulse Cleaning

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

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

west on Triumph Rd.

McNULTY’S MOBILE SEED

CLEANINGCustom Cleaning of

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

Mundt’s Mobile Custom Grain

Cleaning

For bookings, call Jason

948-2887948-6969

Phoenix M4Mobile Grain

cleaning and sizing

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

Wayne Dollansky306-948-7247

Custom Combining JD9770

with draper or hydra ex

headers

SEED CLEANING

ELECTRICAL

HEALTH/

WELLNESS

A Sign of

Qualilty!

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

Jerry MucPhone: 948-2958

Fax: 948-5699

Bear Hills Rentals &

Machine Works

Phone: 948-4844Fax: 948-4845

• Machine Shop Service• Rentals• MASTER FEEDS dealer• COMMERCIAL SOLUTION Ag Parts dealer• Drive line parts & service• KANE VET supplier

Michelle Spuzak, R.M.T. (NHPC member)NEW LOCATION…

219 - 4th Ave. E., BIGGAROther Services available…

• Paraf n Wax• Thai Herbal Massage• Re exology• Hot Stone Massage• Engergy Work

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

appointments available.948-2548 or 948-9710

PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

Biggar, Sask.

948-3389

Owners/Operators• Travis Young• Dallas Young• Claude Young

For all your home,business and rural needs

DENTAL

DR. GLENN RIEKMAN

Dentist115 - 1st Ave. W. Rosetown, Sask.

OFFICE HOURSMonday to Thursday

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Phone: 882-2123

Emergency (after hours) 882-2006

GLASS

INSTALLATION

BIGGAR

DENTAL

CLINIC

306-948-3408

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

Southeast entrance of Nova Wood Bldg.

Hours…Monday - Thursday,

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

8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Tim Hammond Realty

Tim Hammond, BSA, P.Ag., Broker

Proud to handle Biggar’s Real Estate Needs

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

948-5052 (offi ce)Cell 948-9168

www.TimHammond.cawww.FarmsofCanada.com

Licenced for: •Farm •Residential •Commercial •Acreage

Cari McCartyResidential Sales

Tim Hammond Realty

Biggar’s Top Performing Residential Agent

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

948-5052 (offi ce)Cell 948-7995

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

Licenced for: •Residential

Tim Hammond Realty

Dave MolbergBSA

Exposure, Experience and Effort.

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

948-5052 (offi ce)Cell 948-4478

www.TimHammond.cawww.FarmsofCanada.com

Licenced for: •Farm •Acreage •Residential

ECONOMIC

DEVELOPMENT

Bear Hills Rural Development CorporationBox 327Biggar, SKS0K 0M0

Helping you Help yourself

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

MANUFACTURING

“Annie Things Possible” Health, Beauty & Spa

Weight Loss ClinicConsultant & CoachAnne G. Livingston

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

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

Saskatoon

DUANE NEUFELDTServing BIGGAR and Area

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

www.DuaneNeufeldt.com

Licensed For:

• Residential

• Acreage

• Farm

Th e sign you want. Th e agent you need.

SEED CLEANING HEARING CARE

NEW BEGINNINGS WELLNESS CENTRE

NOW

OPEN

“Putting PERSONAL back into fi tness training!”

Wayne Baldwin, Certifi ed Fitness Trainer,

Natural Health Consultant, Physical Therapy Aide

Over 20 years resistance training experience!• Personalized Fitness/Nutrition

Programs• One-on-One Personal Training• Injury Prevention and Rehab

• Active Isolated Stretching• Limited Memberships to Private Fitness Studio

Gift Certifi cates available.Visit us @

219 - 4th Ave. East, BiggarWhere you can feel right at home!

Phone… 948-2548Cell… 948-8048

ELECTRICALHOME

IMPROVEMENTS

• 5 Year manufacturer’s warranty on all Oticon Hearing Aids• 5 Year supply of batteries • 5 Year premium service plan• Risk-free ZERO MONEY

DOWN trial period

1-877-979-4543CALL NOW:

#16-1945 McKercher Drive, Saskatoon

IT’S ALL INCLUDED!

Kirk EwenDoctor of Optometry

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

For appointments… 1-855-651-3311

WINE, BEER, COOLER KITS and SUPPLIES

…available at

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

• 948-3344 •

Call us for…• Insurance jobs• Renovations

• New home building• Drywall & Painting

• Flooring (hardwood, ceramic, etc.)

• Residential/Commercial• Certi ed installer for

Logix ICF

FREE Estimates

Inc.Inc.

MONDAY, APRIL 11, 201122 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

Business & ProfessionalBusiness & ProfessionalLEGAL SERVICES

BUSSE LAWPROFESSIONAL CORPORATION

Barristers & Solicitors

DR. KRUEGER,KENDALL &

WILSONOptometrists

100-128-4th Ave. South, Saskatoon, SK S7K

1M8

Phone: 244-7464 for appointment

OPTOMETRISTS

ACCOUNTING

BIGGAR ACCOUNTING

SERVICESGarry A. Faye

Chartered AccountantNotary Public

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

Phone: 948-5133

ELMER DOVEChartered AccountantCredit Union Building

302 Main Street P. O. Box 1750

Biggar, SK S0K 0M0948-2222 or 948-2029

INVESTMENTS

THUR-O CARPET & UPHOLSTERY

CLEANINGCliff ForsythBox 736, Biggar

Phone: 948-5600

BIGGAR COURIER• Biggar to Saskatoon• Same day Service• Monday to Friday

• 24-hour Answering Service~Brian and Cathy Fick~

Cell: 306-948-7524

HONEYBEE SEPTIC TANK

SERVICEBob Kobelsky

658-4474, Landis, SK

Let Vortex protect your

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

306-882-2289

Prairieland Collision

Rosetown, Sask.

AUTOMOTIVE

Roe & Companyis a full service law offi ce

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

andour lawyers,

William Roe, Q.C. Jason Peszko,Ian Mokuruk,Treena Sikora

look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

306-948-5352 or

306-244-9865

Residential Commercial AutomotiveFor FREE estimates or enquiries CALL

Wayne or Dorothy at 948-5678

Rockin D Trucking & Cattle

• Cattle hauling with 21 ft. gooseneck trailer

• round and large square bale hauling with step-deck or highboy

semi-trailers• also buying and selling

straw and forage• also machinery haulingHome • 306-948-2037 Alex • 306-948-7291 Dan • 306-948-7843

Biggar, Sask.

FFinancial PlanEstate PlannLife Insuran220 Main Stre306 948 5377

info@twhfinanciwww.twhfinanci

nningningnceet7al.caal.ca

SERVICES

Battery ChargersElectric FencersRepaired/Rebuilt/ Built

Phillips Radio Shop109 Main St., Biggar

Phone: 948-2442Fax: 948-2484

after hours George: 948-7533Corner of Main Street & 1st Avenue West, Biggar

Service TruckFull Mechanical ServiceMon - Fri • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.phone: George

948-3376

CRT WELDING of Biggar, SK

Phone: 306-948-5286 or 306-948-2401 Cell: 306-948-7354 or 306-948-7790Email: crt_welding@hotmail.com

> CWB certifi ed> Portable truck

KRF Automotive Detail Centre

100% handwash“Where we do it all for you!!”• Detailing• Vortex Spray-In Box Liners• Granitex Baked-on Coatings for Decks and Cement Flooring• Auto Accessories• Trailer Rentals

Owned & operated by Kevin Fick

227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar

948-1722

Ivan

Young,BiggarTree services

available…• cut trim and removal• landscaping• trenching• holes for piles• basements

• post holes• cement removal• driveways• garage pads

948-3381

MONARCH MEATS

948-3384

• custom slaughter, cut and wrapping

• sausage making, curingand smoking

• sides of Pork & Beef available

Modern Licenced Abbatoir

HARRIS TRUCK SERVICES LTD.

Custom Grain Hauling

306-948-9278Landis, Sask.

Atkinson TruckingLandis, Sask.…For all your Local Grain Hauling Needs

Bailen Atkinson658-4460 or 948-4450

• Jackets • Windsuits

• Shirts • Hunting Gear

• Bunnyhugs • Caps

• Toques • Bags

Sewing & Embroidery

Judy Kahovec:882-4313, Cell 831-7935Carey Krchov: 882-3213

Check out our new website:classicmakings.ca

Judy Kahovec…306-882-4313, cell 831-7935 Carey Krchov…882-3213

The Country Clipper• All Breed Dog Grooming• Boarding Kennels (Bordetella Mandatory)• Pet Supplies• Saleboard for dog and cat related items

For appointments and enquiries, call Janet at

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

REBEL

LANDSCAPINGBiggar, Sask.

• driveways• cement pads• pruning• planting• lawn care

• sod• patio blocks• fences• and much more

Phone Ed --

948-2879 evenings;

948-7207 days

COURIER/HAULING

SERVICES SERVICES

YH Truck, Ag & Auto

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

948-2109

NORTHLAND PAINTING and SANDBLASTING•Texas Gates•Spray Foam Insulation•Sandblasting & Painting•Internal Coatings•Rock Guard Coatings

Mobile UnitsOffi ce: 948-2805Cell: 948-6062email: northland83@yourlink.ca

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AUTOMOTIVE

ACCOUNTING

This space available for…our 26-week commitment

in this directory$2.89/week = $75 + g.s.t.

(regular price $9.52 per week) One column x 1 inch size

Call 948-3344

M & N REPAIR301 - 1st Ave. E, Biggar

948-3996Open Monday-Saturday

Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

SGI Safety Inspection

Heavy Truck Repair

Auto Repair

TIRES

Your authorized

Panasonic, StarChoice, Bell,

Xplornet Internet dealer and Your authorized

SaskTel Mobility and High Speed Internet Dealer

BIGGAR LEISURE CENTRE

216 Main St., Biggar

948-3955

1st Ave. West, Biggar

948-2700Your Auto Parts and Accessories Dealer

Open: Mon.-Fri.8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sat. • 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

INSURANCE

BIGGAR INSURANCE

SERVICESAnita Silvernagle,

Lisa Haynes (Notary Publics)• Home & Agro,

Auto & Commerical Insurance • Blue Cross • Motor Licence Issuer

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

304 Main Street • BiggarPhone: 948-2204 or

948-3886

Without

advertising,

nothing happens!!!

304 Main St., Biggar in Biggar Insurance Bldg.

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Beadle’s Computer Solutions

Sales & ServiceCall Steven 948-2489

PHOTOGRAPHY

WERKZ O ART PHOTOGRAPHY

Call Art Beadle @ 948-2576 for info and bookings.

On location portraits…family, groups, individuals, baby & boudoir.

PPhotos byhotos by JJocelynocelynPortraits, Family,Portraits, Family, Weddings & SportsWeddings & Sports

PhotographyPhotographyBiggar, SaskBiggar, Sask..

www.photosbyjocelyn.comwww.photosbyjocelyn.com306-948-2814306-948-2814

Anne G. LivingstonCerti ed Custom Picture Framer

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

Call Anne @ 948-7274greengables2@sasktel.net

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

302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

948-3346…serving your

community since 1972

MR. JOHN G. SMITH

* Local Handyman/

Drayman plusIndependent Sales Consul-

tant for SWEPCO Building

Products & Lubricant

Phone: (306) 948-3856

Mobile: (306) 948-7896

Email: johngsmith1@

hotmail.com

223 Main StreetBiggar

Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

OPEN: Mon.-Fri. • 9 a.m.-6 p.m.Saturday • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

948-2183Email: ddolack@sasktel.netWebsite: www.hrblock.ca

To fax…stop in at To fax…stop in at The IndependentThe Independent

Phone: 948 5600

ONLINE @biggarindependent.ca

Pssst...Did you hear that you can still buy REGAL?

Contact Nancy Duns Independent Rep

www.sask.shopregal.ca Ph: 237-4777

Email: saskregal@sasktel.net

Wood and Steel Buildings

Floor & Trusses

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

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 23 MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2011

Baler Twine & CoverEdge Give us a call today for your needs tomorrow.

Come in and check our selection of openers. Book yours today!

Air Seeder Hose Booking

1” & 2½” 100’ rolls

10% off

Summer fuel conditioner TY26785 - 5% off with oil & filter order.

Ask about No Payments No Interest

Programs on your Preferred AgLine

Account

Send us a list of your oil and filter needs for the whole year. Stock up at the best price!

Place your order by: Phone, Fax, E-mail, or in person.

Check your parts stock and save emergency trips to Western Sales.

www.westernsales.ca

BBatteriesBBatteriesBBatteries 110% Off!110% Off!110% Off!

CCase of GreaseCCase of GreaseCCase of Grease 112% off112% off112% off

FFiltersFFiltersFFilters 112% Off!112% Off!112% Off!

OOilOOilOOil 112% Off!112% Off!112% Off!

OOil & Filter Sale!

March 14th to April 15th

Don’t miss it! Rosetown Elrose Biggar Outlook Davidson Central Butte

882-4291 378-2575 948-3909 867-8601 567-2828 796-4320

PUBLIC NOTICEPLEASE TAKE NOTE, EFFECTIVE SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 2011 summer hours will be in effect at the Biggar Sanitary Land ll. The Land ll will be open to the public for garbage disposal during the following times:

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MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY…10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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Town of Biggar

(Dated April 4)At a glanceThe CWB has announced acceptance of all Prairie farmers’ durum wheat that has been offered for deliv-ery so far this crop year. The acceptance level for Series B delivery contracts for du-rum has been set at 100 per cent. Series B acceptance for wheat was announced in mid-February, also at 100 per cent.

The CWB and CP have signed an agreement to im-prove rail service for grain. The agreement, reached last week, will see both par-ties work together to iden-tify key performance indi-cators for placement and movement of the grain fl eet. Meeting these performance indicators will enhance productivity and increase supply chain capacity for the movement of Canadian export wheat and barley. Over the remainder of the crop year, the focus will be on joint initiatives such as bulk scheduling, improved order sequencing, and con-sistent reliable service from country to port.

Daily sign-up for CWB Producer Payment Options (PPOs) was extended un-til midnight CDT between April 6 and June 15. This extension has been intro-duced in recognition of de-mands on farmers’ time during the busy spring seeding season. The sign-up window for the various PPOs is available each day beginning at 3 p.m. Previ-ously, the sign-up period expired each day at 9 p.m. Values and sign-up infor-mation can be found by vis-iting cwb.ca and clicking on the “PPO Snapshot” tab.

Sign-up of the 80 per cent Early Payment Value for CWRS, CWHWS and CWSWS has been termi-nated under the CWB Ear-ly Payment Option (EPO) program. Producers with these wheat classes can still choose values representing 90 and 100 per cent of the

CWB Pool Return Outlook (minus a discount) through the EPO. The 80 and 90 per cent values have also been terminated for milling-grade durum, but the 100 per cent value option re-mains available. The 80 per cent value has also been terminated for feed wheat and Nos. 4 and 5 durum, but values remain avail-able at 90, 100, 125, 150, 175 and 200 per cent of the Pool Return Outlook. The EPO program is designed to provide producers with greater cash fl ow shortly af-ter delivery. The new EPO programs for feed wheat and feed durum also cre-ate an opportunity to lock in a minimum guaranteed price.

A Guaranteed Delivery Contract (GDC) is avail-able for top-quality durum, for delivery by April 15. No. 1 Canada Western Amber Durum that has been com-mitted to Series A, Series B or GrainFlo can be moved onto this GDC, and partici-pants can choose to price in either the 2010-11 or 2011-12 crop year pool at no addi-tional fee. This high-quality durum is urgently needed to fulfi l existing sales com-mitments with two major long-term customers.

Farm photographers are reminded that April 15 is the deadline to submit pho-tos for the CWB’s 2011-12 crop-year calendar photo contest. The theme for the calendar is “A Slice of Life”, representing a favourite memory, experience or place. Prizes are awarded for winning photographs, which will be featured in the popular calendar. It is mailed each July to farm-ers across Western Canada along with their regular copy of Grain Matters, the CWB’s bimonthly publica-tion for producers.

The 2011-12 Advance Pay-ments Program (pre-har-vest) began April 1, with the following per-tonne rates in

place: wheat $137, durum $147, barley $85. Farmers can receive up to $400,000, with the fi rst $100,000 interest-free. Applicants must have 2011 all-risk provincial crop insurance to be eligible. Agristabil-ity can be used as security if crop insurance is not in place. Forms are available at most grain-handling facilities and on the CWB Web site at cwb.ca/app. In-formation is also available at 1-800-275-4292.

Canadian Wheat Board Bulletin

Somethin’s cookin’ . . . Joel Hanson whips with Amanda Carruthers’ help while Benson Garchinski, right, works on another dish last Tuesday. Kids in the Kitchen program shows kids how to make healthy meals. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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