My plan started way before all the self isolation and the craziness that erupted because of the coronavirus. However, if there was ever a time to put the plan into action, now would be it. Last fall, I attended a traditional culture camp on my home reserve. It was held beside a lake, where I spent much of my childhood...
STARS provides vital care and transport to people when they need it most
Saskatchewan is known for a lot of things — the Roughriders, beautiful sunsets, pristine lakes and agriculture are just a small part of a big list. The province also has a large and far-reaching rural population, which can present challenges when it comes to immediate access to emergency care. That’s why since its arrival in 2012 STARS has been an...
Rock Star: Pandemic postpones Sherry Anderson’s bid for three straight world titles
No one could have predicted how the global COVID-19 pandemic could emerge and curtail sports competitions at every level in every nation. Sherry Anderson, the stellar Saskatchewan shotmaker in women’s curling, was scheduled to defend her championships in two events within six weeks, when Curling Canada cancelled both because of the fear of the disease spreading across the west. Anderson,...
Please stay safe during this COVID time
I will always remember 2020, at least from the middle of March to whenever, as a time when I didn’t get to hold/hug my grandchildren. My grandchildren were born in November 2018 and in January 2020. My wife Sandy and I have seen Parker and Brooks from a distance quite a few times. On Mother’s Day, our sons with children...
Feds should offer financial support to CFL
My new normal, whatever that means, includes the Canadian Football League. I was prepared for the league to skip a season, but not to be shut down. I like to think a shut down wouldn’t be forever, because that is one heck of a long time. The CFL has asked the federal government for up to $150 million in assistance,...
Tips for re-opening your business during pandemic
After writing this column for almost a decade, I’ve tackled many subjects I didn’t ever expect to even contemplate. An economically devastated Saskatchewan, hunkered under lockdown as an unrelenting, vicious virus circles our homes, our families and communities is definitely one of them. Expectations. That is the word that has been running through my mind since this started, but especially...
Saskatoon Contact teammates picked second, third in draft
Riley Heidt and Brayden Yager found themselves in a starring role on WHL Bantam Draft day. On April 21, the Regina Pats, who held the first overall selection in the draft festivities, signed North Vancouver, B.C., product and phenom forward Connor Bedard to a WHL Standard Player Agreement. With Bedard tabbed as the first player to be granted exceptional player...
Tricks to try to fix scary eyebrows
Dear Reena, I dyed my eyebrows black. It stained all areas around my eyebrows, and now I look like a scary monster. Help please. — Sarah Dear Sarah, Here are a few tricks to try, being careful not to get too close to your eyes. Put a little Vaseline or glycerin or olive oil or rubbing alcohol onto a cotton...
Tips to Stay Well During this Strange Time
Fitness is so important after 50, especially now when we’ve all been spending more time at home. Hopefully, you’ve found a way to keep yourself moving during this quarantine, whether on your own or with the help of an app or online classes with your gym or studio. But it’s also helpful to remember the other elements of wellness, too....
Retail store rules in Re-Opening plan
The rules for clothing and retail businesses, in the Re-Open Saskatchewan Plan. Clothing and Retail Stores are set to reopen as part of Phase Two on May 19. CHANGE ROOMS, RETURNS Use of change rooms is discouraged, however if they are used, they must be cleaned and disinfected after each use. Customers should also be spaced out in change rooms,...