Alexis Stochmanski goes undefeated at Hockey Day funspiel

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Voice of the Riders shares hopeful message of recovery
For most of us, figuring ‘Good luck.’” the time. And after some
out what we want to do After graduating from threats from the son of
with our lives is a long, Calgary’s Mount Royal Pats’ general manager,
arduous process that re- University, and securing and some words he now
quires years of trial and his first radio gig with wishes he hadn’t said,
error, and profound self- the Prince Albert Raid- Pedersen and the Pats
reflection. ers, Pedersen says he parted ways.
But Rod Pedersen, who began to flesh out his vi- Despite this less than
has been the Voice of the sion for the future of his amicable split, Peder-
Saskatchewan Roughrid- career. He had attained sen’s career seemed, ini-
ers for the past 20 years, his goal of reaching the tially, to be unaffected
says he already had his WHL at 20, and would by the threats. In fact,
life figured out at the ten- also go on to meet his he said the only thing
der age of six. goal of being in Regina that changed for him was
“From the time I was by 22, after getting hired that he now had 72 more
six years old, all I want- to be the voice of the Re- nights a week to hit the
ed to do was been an gina Pats just two years bars in Regina, and be-
NHL radio broadcaster,” later. friend all the bartenders
he said while giving the But he didn’t make it to in town.
keynote address at Sat- his end goal of being an In 2012, Pedersen was
urday evening’s Sports NHL broadcaster by 25. hired by Sportsnet to be
Awards Banquet, which And, instead, at the age the radio broadcaster for
capped off the Hockey of 26, he unexpectedly the World Juniors, and he Voice of the Riders Rod Pedersen headlined the star-studded Sports Awards
Day in Shellbrook fes- became the voice the said he felt like he was fi- and Banquet, providing laughs and heartfelt wisdom.
tivities. Riders. nally on his way to reach-
Appropriately, Ped- “I never played foot- ing his NHL goals. Then, Though it initially third “sober birthday.” hard.
ersen also knew at that ball. I didn’t know foot- in 2014, he got the call led him deeper into the Of course, recovery “My mom said: ‘Every-
young age exactly what ball. I didn’t know a line- from the Calgary Flames, depths of alcoholism, hasn’t been easy. Three one out here is so proud
he didn’t want to do for backer from a full back,” and the NHL finally Pedersen now says that months after he got so- of you for chasing your
the rest of his life. he said. seemed like a sure thing. the shattering of his ber, the Phoenix Coyotes dreams, making them
Born and raised on a “Even today, this is my But, after flying out to dreams eventually be- came knocking at his happen, and turning your
grain and cattle farm 20th year with the Rid- Calgary for an interview came the wakeup call he door, offering him a sec- life around.’
in Milestone (not Maid- ers, and I still have to that was supposed to be needed to realize he had ond opportunity to reach “They’re chasing their
stone), Sask., Pedersen think before I say some- a mere “formality,” and a problem. his lifelong goal. But af- dreams on the farm.
says he hated every sin- thing, ‘Is this going to finalizing the deal with “I was not only drink- ter seeing how large they They’re doing what they
gle second of it – partic- sound stupid?’” the team’s owners, Ped- ing every day, but if I lived down south, Peder- want to do. So go live
ularly the part where his Despite his ignorance ersen never received a wasn’t blackout, I didn’t sen declined the offer to your life and be happy.’”
father had him working about football, and the call back. He later dis- think I was drunk. protect his sobriety, and Apart from sharing
eight-hour days in the fact that the Roughriders covered that the Pats “By the fall of 2015, I is focusing on the advice the story of his recovery,
summers starting at the were in the throes of what had changed the Flames’ was drinking so much of his sober coach, who Pedersen’s talk also saw
age of 12. is considered by many to owner’s minds. that my family had told him to “let the puck him dish some dirt on
“My friends were going be the lowest point in the “They called him and turned on me, my work come to him.” the Roughriders organi-
to the lake, doing their team’s history, Pedersen said ‘You can’t hire this had turned on me, every- Pedersen said he’s also zation, much to the de-
thing, and going to the settled into his new role guy. He’s a raging alco- body had turned on me.” benefitted greatly from light and laughter of the
city, and I was working as the voice of the team, holic. He will discredit After a drunken on-air the sage wisdom of his packed Shellbrook Com-
eight hours a day on the and continued lending your franchise. He’ll be appearance that led to a mother, who told him munity Hall. Pedersen
farm,” he said. his voice to the Pats. a terrible ambassador to suspension, the Riders to continue sharing his also fielded more than a
“[So] when I graduated But then, in 2010, the community for your gave him an ultimatum: story with those who few questions from the
Grade 12, I said ‘Dad, I’m Pedersen was forced to team. It’ll be the worst get into recovery, or give need it, and to stop feel- audience.
out of here. I’m done. I choose between the Pats move you’ll ever make.’ up his career. Pedersen ing guilty that things are Pedersen’s talk was
think you’re full of [it].’ and the Riders – a deci- “And they pulled the of- chose recovery, and, now, coming so easily, while sponsored by Farm
And his reaction was, sion he said was easy at fer. And they were right.” Jan. 27 will mark his others have to work so World.
Alexis Stochmanski goes undefeated at Hockey Day funspiel
While this past weekend's festivities were lie Archer, were sent down to the B-event.
referred to as Hockey Day in Shellbrook, the The action continued well into Saturday,
Shellbrook Recreation Complex's hockey with Alexis Stochmanski and Burk Gos-
rink wasn't the only sheet of ice that hosted selin topping Ron Cripps and his partner
two days of thrilling and competitive action. to punch their ticket to the A-event final
To help transform Hockey Day into a cel- against Wayne Bazley and teammate Ben
ebration of all the activities that take place Duret.
at the arena, the Shellbrook Curling Club Meanwhile, the B-event final became a
played host to a two-person bonspiel, which family affair, with Brennan Stochmanski
saw eight pairs of players come out to battle and Spencer Fox taking on Craig Stochman-
it out for bragging rights, and $50 for each ski and Lyal Fox.
win they were able to sweep up. After more than a few hard-fought ends,
The action kicked off Friday evening, with Alexis Stochmanski and Gosselin were
four opening round matches. And the win- able to retain their perfect record, earning
ners of those matches, Alexis Stochmanski's themselves a cool $150 over the course of
rink, Ron Cripps' twosome, Joop van Melle's the tournament.
duo, and Wayne Bazley's pair remained in And the B-event final saw Brennan Sto-
the A-event. chmanski and Spencer Fox overcome a stuff
Meanwhile, the losing skips, Brennan Sto- challenge from Craig Stochmanski and Lyal
chmanski, Shellbrook Mayor George Tom- Fox to emerge victorious, and take home a
porowski, Craig Stochmanski, and Carmel- total of $100. Alexis Stochmanski departs the hack in action from Saturday’s A final.
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Local sports heroes fêted at Sports Awards Gala
Former Shellbrook Queen candidate June Moe, and Shellbrook Pharmacy’s Krista Moe and Stacy Tanchuk present the Hall of Fame award to the
members of the 1969 Pepsi School Boys Canadian Curling Championship-winning team: Bob Miller, Roger Rask (missing), Lloyd Helm, and Bill Aug.
Left: Krista Moe and
Stacy Tanchuk present the
memorial Builder Award
to Richard Skopyk, son of
winner Paul Skopyk. Paul was
a long-time curling coach
and a dedicated volunteer
throughout the community.
Right: Krista Moe and
Stacy Tanchuk present the
Sportsman Volunteer award
to Sheldon Moe. Moe was
recognized for his winning
legacy as a minor hockey
and ball coach, as well as his
years of involvement with
the Shellbrook Minor Sports
Association.
By Jordan Twiss This legacy, and the people sentation rolling, it was Pam across Canada. countless fundraising efforts.
Shellbrook is a sports town. who helped forge it, were cel- Boettcher who had the honour “Over my lifetime, I have, Active as a coach in both
Period. ebrated in spades Saturday of handing out the first award, and continue to, spend a lot hockey and ball, Moe has led
We hear this phrase uttered evening, during the third year the Hall of Fame Award, to the of time in the curling world numerous teams to provin-
often when we talk about our of the revived Sports Awards high school curling team that talking to other coaches and cial and national competitions
community and the character- Banquet and Gala. Part of the won the 1969 Pepsi School curlers. When they hear we’re over the years. And, fitting-
istics that define it, and there Hockey Day in Shellbrook fes- Boys Canadian Championship. from Shellbrook, they say ly, he was recognized for his
are other descriptors that come tivities, the gala was held at Coached by Paul Skopyk, ‘Shellbrook, that’s a good curl- unique, but effective coaching
up, too. Shellbrook is a farm- the Community Hall, which with Bob Miller as Skip, Roger ing town,’” said Boettcher. style.
ing town, say some. While oth- was filled to capacity to hon- Rask as third, Lloyd Helm as “You’re not the only curlers “He has a knack of getting
ers, still, say that Shellbrook is our local sports legends. second, and Bill Aug as lead, to win a Canadian title. But his players to learn the game,
town of entrepreneurs. “Tonight we celebrate a se- the team swept through the you were the first in the curl- and help them realize their full
But while all of these traits lect group of people, who have competition at districts, re- ing world to put Shellbrook on potential,” read Miller.
are accurate representations made, and continue to make, gionals, northerns, and pro- the map,” she added. “He demands his players fo-
of our community, folks will [sports] possible,” said Trevor vincials before going 9-1 at Up next, Trevor Miller hand- cus and listen to the coaches,
almost always return to the Miller, who was tasked with nationals, and defeating team ed out the Sportsman Volun- which is quite ironic, because
idea that Shellbrook is a sports MCing the awards part of the British Columbia to claim the teer Award, which this year those were his two biggest
town. evening (Rosthern-Shellbrook national title. was presented to long-time weaknesses,” he added to rau-
That’s because Shellbrook MLA Scott Moe handled the In true small-town fashion, coach and Shellbrook Minor cous laughter.
has a storied legacy of be- rest of the MC duties). the boys were welcomed back Sports member Sheldon Moe. Continuing with the awards
ing highly competitive on the “We celebrate the athlete, to town with a 110-car caval- As minor sports president, presentations, Paul Skopyk
hockey rink, on the curling the coach, the manager behind cade, and a celebration at the Moe spear-headed the major was selected as the recipient of
sheets, on the ball diamonds, the scenes, who makes sure Shellbrook Elks Theatre. In face-lift of the sports grounds, this year’s Memorial Builder
and wherever else they com- funds are raised and equip- 2004, this victory earned the and the addition of two extra Award, which goes to an indi-
pete – a legacy that has put a ment is purchased, and finally team a spot in the Legends of diamonds. He is also credited vidual who has made an out-
small town of 1,500 people on the builders, who make sure Curling Saskatchewan Hall of with coming up for the idea standing contribution to local
the map provincially, nation- facilities are safe and operat- Fame, and, locally, they have for Hockey Day, and has con- sports as a coach, official, ad-
ally, and internationally over ing.” long been credited with put- tributed his time and skills to ministrator, manager, or other
the years. Getting the awards pre- ting Shellbrook on the map maintenance of facilities, and type of volunteer.
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Krista Moe and Stacy Tanchuk present the Wendell Harris Memorial Trophy for the team of the year to members of the Tippy Canoe slo-pitch team.
Ovr the past 40 years, the team has gained local, provincial, national, and international renown for its play on the diamonds.
Left: Krista Moe and Stacy
Tanchuk present the Builder
Award to Shaun and Tara
Kerber. The couple were
honoured for their role
in making the Shellbrook
Elks Senior hockey team
successful throughout the
2000s.
Right: Krista Moe and Stacy
Tanchuk present the Bob
Grayston Memorial Award
for Athlete of the Year to Lau-
ren Cromartie. Cromartie
was honoured for her unpar-
alleled work ethic on the ice,
the ball diamonds, and every-
where in between.
Active as a volunteer through- presented to Shaun and Tara ments, the next award presented be better than her teammates generations of the same family
out the community, Skopyk was Kerber, who were the driving was the Bob Grayston Memorial and opponents. She always had a playing on the team. Tippy Canoe
honoured for the countless hours force behind the Shellbrook Elks Award for the athlete of the year. smile on her face, and was mak- is family.
he dedicated to the Shellbrook senior hockey team for the past This year’s recipient was Lauren ing her teammates better,” said “They demonstrate outstand-
Sports Grounds, and the time number of years. Cromartie. her Union College coach. ing community involvement by
he spent as secretary treasurer From keeping track of finances, Cromartie got her start in hock- Capping off a star-studded competing in many local tour-
for the Shellbrook Recreation to acquiring players, to organiz- ey at the Shellbrook rink, playing night, The Wendell Harris me- naments and attending many
Centre. Fittingly, he was also rec- ing volunteers, to scheduling minor hockey from atom up until morial Trophy for the team of the local events. The importance of
ognized for his role as the coach practices and games, to arrang- first year midget, and leading her year was presented to the Tippy this cannot be stressed enough,
of the Miller rink that won the ing transportation, meals, and teams to three provincial finals, Canoe slo-pitch team, which for as many community sports days
1969 Pepsi School Boys Canadian rooms, Shaun and Tara did it all one league final, (and, according the past 40 years has been domi- would not exist if not for the
Curling Championship. and much, much more. And, as to those who nominated her, two nating its competition at the lo- support teams like Tippy Ca-
“His athletes go on to share that an organization, the Elks ben- bench-clearing brawls). cal, provincial, national, and in- noe. These events are integral
Paul has always had a twinkle in efitted from this leadership, even Cromartie had a decorated high ternational levels. for keeping our communities
his eye, and they could not have earning an opportunity to com- school athletics career, primar- The team has been a dreaded strong.”
asked for a more enthusiastic, pete in the Allan Cup in 2016. ily in hockey, but also in volley- force to be reckoned with at the Apart from the awards, the
dedicate coach. “A common theme here tonight ball, badminton, fastball, soccer, Parkside Derby for the past 30 evening also included a highly
“He was a wonderful man, and is the friendships that we gain track and field, and rugby. But it years, has won the Prince Albert successful (and entertaining live
a strong leader in the commu- through sport. In this case, it was was her hockey skills, as well as league title the past two years auction), with prizes donated by
nity.” family that was gained. her impressive academic record, running, and has frequently local and area businesses, and
Accepting the award on his “Shaun and Tara united and that earned her a full-ride schol- topped other tournaments across other community members.
father’s behalf was Richard Sko- reunited many players, and those arship to Union College in New the province over the years. Com- As always, the Sports Awards
pyk, who has donated the tro- friendships will last forever. They York, where she played Division 1 peting internationally, Tippy Ca- were sponsored by Shellbrook
phy from the Pepsi School Boys gave it their all, and because of hockey (the highest level) for four noe won a tournament in the Do- Pharmacy, with owners Krista
championship to be displayed in them our little town was repre- years. minican Republic, and finished Moe and Stacy Tanchuk handling
the community. sented at a national champion- “In my coaching career of 20 third in a tournament in Mexico. presentation duties. Meanwhile,
Sticking with the theme of ship.” years, I don’t think I have ever “Tippy Canoe represents much in keeping with tradition, the
builders of local sport, the next Shifting the focus to local coached a harder worker. She more than playing ball. The team meal for the banquet was provid-
award, the Builder Award, was athletes and their accomplish- was always willing to work and can boast they have had three ed by Neighbourhood Caterers.
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Penalties dog Silvertips in Hockey Day loss to Hafford
Scheafer buried a rebound. second, another Silver- fifth goal on an end-to-
But shortly after that first tips penalty turned out to end, short-handed break-
penalty ended, the Silver- be the source of the only away marker.
tips found themselves in major scoring, as Lesko Indeed, perhaps the only
the sin bin again (albeit, earned himself a hat trick highlight of the match
for a minor infraction this by redirecting a blast from for folks in Shellbrook,
time), and Hafford’s Bran- the point through a screen were the beer gardens
don Lesko, who put on an in front of the Silvertips’ and smokies on offer, and
impressive offensive dis- goal. the puck shoot for a 2018
play on the night, made With their discipline Chevy truck, sponsored
the most of another big re- slowly crumbling, the Sil- by Shellbrook Chevrolet,
bound. vertips would spend most which was held during the
Finally back at even of the final frame with at second intermission.
strength, the Silvertips least one player in the pen- Unfortunately, that end-
briefly pulled even on an- alty box. Hafford seized ed in disappointment as
other beautiful front-of- on this opportunity, with well, as all three shooters
the-net setup, with Jody Lesko burying his fourth failed to sink the required
Blais as the beneficiary of of the night on a sharp-an- 20 pucks in 20 seconds.
the feed and the goal. gled shot through a screen. With the loss to Hafford,
Unfortunately, the Sil- Gifted with a 5-on-3 later and an 11-8 road win over
vertips just couldn’t find in the frame, Hafford once the Spiritwood Timber-
the momentum they had again showed no mercy, wolves the following night,
In a one-sided thrashing at the hands of the Hafford Hawks, fisticuffs were just to start the game. And controlling the puck in the Silvertips now sit at
about the only highlight for the struggling Shellbrook Silvertips. from that point on, it was the offensive zone before 7-5, and remain in fifth
all Hafford, as the Silver- Mathew Wilgosh buried place.
To put Friday evening’s vendetta against the Sil- Sawyshyn. tips’ frustrations boiled another goal top shelf. Friday evening will see
Hockey Day in Shellbrook vertips, but because the But then Silvertips for- over, and the team failed Then, in the dying seconds them play their last home
showdown between the home team played 60 of ward Jordan Bouchard’s to make simple plays and of yet another power play, game, with a match against
Shellbrook Silvertips and the worst minutes of hock- fisticuffs gifted the Hafford generate scoring opportu- Scheafer earned his sec- the Radisson WheatKings.
the hard-hitting Hafford ey it’s played throughout Hawks with a seven-min- nities. ond of the night after blast- That game begins at 8:30.
Hawks into context, it’s an already tough season. ute power play (admittedly, Rounding out a solid ing a shot through another The next night, it’s off to
important to first note that Oh, to be certain, the Sil- Bouchard took the penalty period for Hafford, Lesko perfect screen. Battleford for a rematch
only two of Hafford’s nine vertips started off strong. in defence of a teammate), reclaimed the lead for his As the game came to its with the Battleford Beaver
goals came with the teams They dominated the first and the dynamics of the team by making the most inevitable close, and a Sil- Blues. That game begins at
at even strength. (Six were two minutes of the game, game changed completely. of a perfect feed. Then vertips loss, the Tips found 8 p.m.
power play markers, while before John Sanderson Thanks to some strong Brooks Fleury extended themselves on the receiv- Tips Scoresheet
one was a short-handed took a picture-perfect goaltending, the Silver- the Hawks’ lead to two, ing end of a power play Jody Blais: 1G, 1A
goal.) feed in front of the Haf- tips only allowed one goal beating the Silvertips goal- for a change. But after an John Sanderson: 1G
Those power plays came, ford goal and blasted it during that seven-min- ie through the fivehole. offensive zone turnover, Parker Turner: 2A
not because the refs had a past netminder Kristian ute stretch, when Ryan In a comparatively quiet Lesko was able to bury his Josh Elliot: 1A
Skate Club steals Hockey Day spotlight with showcase
Over the first two Hockey Day events, the performed an ensemble number, which
Shellbrook Recreation Complex certainly featured no shortage of daring tricks, and
had no shortage of hockey action on offer, displays of grace, speed, and agility.
but it also served as opportunity for the All said, Sharron says she was quite
young skaters in the Shellbrook Skating happy with what she saw on the ice
Club to steal the spotlight, and show off Saturday afternoon.
their skills. “I think the showcase went really well.
The third annual Hockey Day in It’s wonderful to see all the people in the
Shellbrook, held this past weekend, saw stands and lobby, and we had a great show
this tradition carried on. And, as always, of support from our Advanced CanSkat-
the skaters didn’t disappoint their audience, ers. They are the next group of skaters who
wowing them with jumps, spins, and all show interest in advancing their skating
the other tricks in their repertoires. abilities.”
For coach Tasje Sharron, being a part of This year, the club has 30 CanSkaters
the Hockey Day in Shellbrook festivities, and 10 StarSkaters, which has made for a
and helping to raise funds for the rink, is very busy season. And with competitions
huge for her students, who she says use the swiftly approaching, the club is about to get
rink just as much as hockey players do. a whole lot busier.
“The Shellbrook Skating Club is a huge This Saturday, Jan. 27, five StarSkaters
supporter of our rink. In any way that the Skaters Jack Sharron, Ashlyn Schmitz, Jessica Sharron, Tegan Naumann, Mya will be competing at the Carrot River
skating club can help with hockey day, we Cyr, Erika Stene, EmmaLynn Lamotte, Rayne Cyr, Marcail Philp, and Allison Regional Competition in Nipawin, while
do, as we will also receive the benefits of LaMotte ended the show with a thrilling ensemble number. five others will be competing at the
the fundraising for improving our rink,” Saskatoon Regional Competition on Feb. 3.
she said. “From doing that performance at the season by performing a circuit. On Feb. 11, the club will be hosting a
Apart from the direct and indirect showcase they can take away what they did After that, StarSkaters Marcail Philp, Rising Stars seminar, then, from Feb.
benefits to the club, Sharron says the well and what they can improve on for the Allison LaMotte, Jessica Sharron, Rayne 21 to 24, two of the club’s skaters will be
Hockey Day showcase is also an invaluable next performance, which for some is this Cyr, Emmalynn LaMotte, Erika Stene, Mya competing at the Sask. Winter Games in
opportunity for each individual skater. weekend.” Cyr, Tegan Naumann, and Ashlyn Schmitz North Battleford.
“The timing of Hockey Day is great Kicking off Saturday afternoon’s dazzling had the crowd, and their fellow skaters, Rounding out a busy season, the annual
because it gives the skaters the opportunity showcase, Advanced CanSkaters Julia roaring and applauding with delight, as Jean Norman Open Competition will take
to skate in front of a crowd and feel the Shindle, Kayla Klaasen, Anya Lin, Navarra they skated their solo routines. place in Swift Current from March 2 to 4,
nerves for the first (or second) time before Mumm, and Elayna Thiel showed off the Wrapping up the showcase, the and the year-end ice show is scheduled for
going to competition,” she explained. skills they’ve been working on throughout StarSkaters, with the help of Jack Sharron, Sunday, March 25, from 1 p.m. to 2:30.
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Staff team schools student squad in Tremblay Classic
Over the past 15 years, the Tremblay Classic, From there, the rest of the frame was all
an annual fundraiser hockey game between teachers. Thorpe earned his second of the
the staff and the students of W.P. Sandin High match, followed by a second of the night for
School, has become a rich source of entertain- Kyliuk. Later in the frame, Les Archer got in
ing action, and more than a few games that ton he action as the staff team started to leave
came down to the wire. the students in the dust, and Thorpe earned
Named after local teacher Bryan Tremblay, himself a hat trick by beating Skavlebo with a
following his sudden passing in 2013, the sharp-angle shot.
Tremblay Classic has been one of the school’s The domination continued well into the third
biggest annual fundraisers, with the proceeds frame, as Kirk Berezowski got on the board for
from admissions, raffle prizes, and on-ice the teachers by burying a rebound in the back
games traditionally going towards the Kins- of the students’ goal. Moments later, Meyers
men Telemiracle. Over the past two years, earned his second of the night, putting the staff
however, the money raised has gone back to team up by six, and prompting his team to put
the rink, to help raise funds for its much-need- Joanne Tremblay in goal.
ed repairs. Tremblay had help in the form of a wooden
Kicking off the competitive Hockey Day in screen, and was offering students money if
Shellbrook action, Friday afternoon’s Classic they could score through one of the holes.
certainly lived up to the entertaining part of the While no student was able to take advantage of
game’s legacy. But unlike last year’s OT thriller, that generous offer, the students did manage to Paxton Tremblay rifles a shot on the staff goal during first period action from
which was won by the staff, this year’s game, get back on the board, thanks to a goal by No- the Tremblay Classic. Tremblay wore his father’s jersey as a tribute.
while competitive, saw the staff dominate the lan Ferster. Shortly after, Miller closed the gap
last 40 minutes en route to an 11-7 win. further, scoring his hat trick goal on another
The teachers started things off right, with penalty shot opportunity.
Lindsay Kyliuk burying a feed in front of the Closing out a highlight-reel worthy game,
net top shelf to put his team up in the early Meyers would tack on a hat trick goal on a pen-
going. But the plucky student squad bounced alty shot of his own, and the students would
back quickly, when Sam Miller blasted a shot score one more goal: a beautiful backhand
from the point that beat staff goalie Phil Hamel penalty shot by Smith.
high glove-side. With the win, the staff team now boasts a
The students then managed to go up by one, Tremblay Classic record of 13-2.
after Shayden Smith pounced on an errant And, as has become tradition, the Tremblay
pass, and tucked the puck home with a beauty Classic included the presentation of Mr. Trem-
of a deke. Moments later, though, the teachers blay’s stick to the MVP on the students’ team.
tied it up again, with James Meyers slipping This year’s recipient was Shayden Smith.
an easy shot past student goalie Kyle Skavlebo Also a part of the Classic’s established tradi-
from right in front of the net. tion were the on-ice activities throughout the
This would set off a back-and-forth volley of intermissions, and after the game. First, there
goals, as the students reclaimed the lead on a was a puck toss for some tasty treats. Then
blast from the point by Kyle Simmonds, and there was a puck shoot, which no one managed
the teachers pulled even at 3-3, on a beautiful to conquer.
breakaway wrist shot goal by Darryl Kress. Wrapping up the activities was the brand
After a very even first period, the second new sock toss, sponsored by Shellbrook Chev-
frame was the polar opposite, as the staff team rolet, which provided a 50-inch Samsung TV Hunter and Joanne Tremblay present Brian Tremblay’s stick to Shayden Smith.
took whatever advice it received during the as the prize. Those who brought new socks, or Each year, the stick is presented to the MVP on the student team.
intermission, and put it to good use. Offensive bought some, were tasked with tossing their
mainstay Devon Thorpe got things started for socks into the back of a Chevy truck, with the own pair, was the lucky winner. those in need of warm footware.
the staff team by scoring on a squeaker of a winner being drawn from the socks that land- The sock toss proved highly successful, with All told, teacher Nicole Philp says the Trem-
goal, only to have Miller tie it up for the student ed in the truck. about 175 pairs of socks sold, and even more blay Classic, and a wiener roast hosted by the
squad, this time on a beautiful penalty shot Although that truck was packed full of socks, brought from home. Those socks will be do- school before the game, raised $750 for Hock-
marker. high schooler Ciera Smith, who brought her nated to Parkland Ambulance, and provided to ey Day in Shellbrook.
Snapshots from Hockey Day in Shellbrook 2018
Drew Ferster gives Nicole Grimsrud a push, and
chats with a Shellbrook Elementary School student
during a community skate session.
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University of Saskatchewan names vice-provost of Indigenous engagement
Indigenous people and aid in professor and co-chair of U of and Reconciliation Calls to are fully acknowledged. country.”
building a stronger commu- C Indigenous strategy. Action and is respectful of the “We are extremely excited There were 2,831 Indigenous
nity overall. It will also give all Ottmann said the new role United Nations’ Declaration to bring back Dr. Ottmann to students pursuing degrees at
people the opportunity to ex- with the U of S was an oppor- on the Rights of Indigenous take a senior leadership role in the U of S in the 2016-17 aca-
plore new ways of thinking and tunity not only to return to People. focusing on Indigenous schol- demic year, making up 12 per
learning that aren’t present in the campus where she com- “That is a very strong stance, arship and student success on cent of the total student popu-
traditional Western teaching. pleted her master’s and PhD and I think this position will campus while also helping us lation of 24,227.
With that in mind, the Uni- programs, but also a chance to help to affirm and solidify that engage and connect with the The university has been ac-
versity of Saskatchewan has help shape her alma mater as it important message for Indig- community,” said U of S Presi- tively working on building In-
brought back alumna Jacque- places more and more empha- enous people.” dent Peter Stoicheff. digenous content and experi-
line Ottmann, who is Anishi- sis on the importance of rec- Ottmann said she looks for- “We are encouraged to be at- ences grounded in Indigenous
naabe (Saulteaux) and a mem- onciliation, Indigenization and ward to working with U of S tracting and graduating more world views, into degree pro-
ber of Saskatchewan’s Fishing community collaboration. senior leadership to discuss Aboriginal students than ever grams, an initiative that will be
Jaqueline Ottmann Lake First Nation, to serve as “I really feel that this posi- initiatives for the campus as a before, and that certainly is a a priority area for Ottmann to
the university’s first vice-pro- tion does send a message to whole as well as collaborating good measure of success. How- support moving forward.
The understanding and vost, Indigenous engagement. Indigenous communities—not with individual colleges and ever, there is much more work “Definitely, Indigenous
knowledge gained through the Ottmann came to the U of only within Saskatchewan but departments, and that diving to be done and we look forward knowledge and authentic In-
inclusion of Indigenous con- S from the University of Cal- across the nation and indeed into her new position in the to Jacqueline’s leadership as we digenous content can only sup-
tent and experiences at the U gary’s Werklund School of internationally,” she said. “In- midst of the university plan- strive to be the best place we port university curricula and
of S will help create better and Education, where she was the digenization is important to ning process offers a unique can possibly be for Indigenous this kind of inclusion will only
more respectful relationships director of Indigenous educa- the U of S, and the university is opportunity to ensure Indig- students and communities in strengthen the overall fabric of
between Indigenous and non- tion initiatives, an associate being responsive to the Truth enous voices and perspectives the province and across the the university,” she said.
H E L LO
College of Engineering adds 150
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seats for undergraduate students
By Brett Makulowich dent Centre and First-Year Learning
The College of Engineering at the Communities (LC), including access
University of Saskatchewan (U of to facilitated study sessions and a
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S) is excited to announce that it has comprehensive orientation program.
added 150 seats for undergraduate The Engineering Student Centre
students for the upcoming 2018- helps students reach their goals and
2019 academic year. enhances their student experience.
These seats are available for enter- Together with an academic advisor,
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ing first-year students and transfer students develop an educational plan
students. Students with averages be- that fits their individual abilities, in-
low the traditional cut-off for engi- terests, personal circumstances and
neering are encouraged to apply and career goals.
8to discover the possibilities that an LC is a small group of students who
engineering degree offers. gather in a weekly LC Hour, guided
“The next generation of engineers by two student Peer Mentors. They
will play a central role in finding so- help students by connecting them
1lutions to global challenges ranging with fellow engineering students in
from climate change, water and food a small group setting, developing
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REPORT
Engineering students receive a rience to build their resume and ex-
wide array of academic and personal pand their professional network.
support from the Engineering Stu- Continued on page 21
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College of Engineering adds 150 seats for undergraduate students
Continued from page 20 “In addition to the advanced tech-
“My EPIP experience gave me valu- nical skills expected of all graduates
able insight into my personal skill set of accredited engineering programs,
and gave me enough industry expe- the College of Engineering at the Uni-
rience to make a confident decision versity of Saskatchewan emphasizes
regarding my preferred career path,” written and spoken communications
said David Ferris, a master of engi- skills and the importance of good
neering student at the U of S who par- judgment.”
ticipated in EPIP as an undergradu- The deadline to apply to the College
ate student. of Engineering to start classes in fall
Ferris found his education invalu- 2018 is February 15. To learn more
able during his internship and his about the admission process and the
work as an undergraduate research programs the U of S offers, visit ad-
assistant. missions.usask.ca.
Student gains unique insights
from RBC regional president
Engineering physics students study in the scanning tunneling microscope lab
at the University of Saskatchewan.
Job shadowing opportuni- networking is so extensive may have learned from me.”
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ties open doors in an experience like this. Ulmer says mentorship
Kelly McIntyre, a first- The people I met today, not provides as many learning
year student in the Business just from RBC but also from opportunities for the men-
Certificate program, hopes Sask Polytech, open up a lot tor as they do for the men-
to run her own business one of doors. That’s something tee.
day. So when asked if she I’m really excited about.” “The day we had together
would want to shadow Kim For Ulmer, a Sask Poly- was inspiring. Opportuni-
Ulmer, RBC regional presi- tech alumnus, the experi- ties like this further enables
dent, Manitoba, Saskatch- ence ties into the spirit of us at RBC to understand
ewan and North Western RBC Future Launch - a 10 what the next generation
Ontario, for a day, McIntyre year, $500 million commit- is looking for in a career
jumped at the opportunity. ment by RBC to help young including the skill develop-
“Kim has a strong entre- Canadians access meaning- ment and experiences that
preneurial background; ful work and thrive through we need to provide as an
something I have a strong the providing of knowledge employer,” says Ulmer.
interest in,” says McIntyre. networks, co-op experienc- For McIntyre, its hands-
“I want to learn through es, and the development of on experiences such as this
her experiences and stories 21st century skills. one that provides the true
during the one-on-one ca- “I had an amazing day value of an education at
reer coaching.” with Kelly, a young woman Saskatchewan Polytechnic.
On Thursday, November who recognizes she has an “Students who are offered
16, Kelly and Kim met for entrepreneurial spirit and an opportunity like this
a day full of unique learn- she wants to become a busi- should not shy away from it. 150+ programs that have been
ing experiences, career ness owner,” says Ulmer. Jump on that opportunity developed with your future in mind.
coaching and story sharing. “I learned as much, if not and go for it, you won’t re-
From collaborating with more, from her than she gret it,” says McIntyre. Programs in:
• Business
RBC community partners
• Construction
to engaging with RBC em-
• Health Sciences
ployees to exploring com- • Hospitality and Tourism
plex solutions for clients, • Human Services and Community Safety
• Information and Communications Technology
Kelly had the opportunity
• Mining, Energy and Manufacturing
to experience firsthand the • Natural Resources and Built Environment
diverse and unique role and • Nursing
responsibilities of an execu- • Transportation
tive leader. Learn more at
“I got to see a lot of differ-
saskpolytech.ca
ent career paths, not just in
banking, but the umbrella
saskpolytech
under that and the path-
ways you can take to get
there,” says McIntyre. “The Photo courtesy of the Saskatchewan Polytechnic
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Students find success at WorldSkills Competition
World Skills Competition and Daniel’s achievements,” prepare them for success in
took place October 15-18 says Dr. Larry Rosia, CEO their careers and in their lives
in Abu Dhabi, United Arab and president. “Competing by providing opportunities
Emirates on an international stage can that go above and beyond the
Two students put their skills be difficult, but both students classroom,” says Dr. Rosia.
to the test and showed the rose to the challenge and im- Overall, Worldskills Team
world that an education from pressed the world with their Canada, which both Kyla and
Sask Polytech cultivates suc- skills.” Daniel are members of, won a
cess at the WorldSkills Com- Kyla, who finished with a fi- total of one medal as well as
petition in Abu Dhabi ear- nal score of 719, is the second 13 Medallions of Excellence.
lier this month. Kyla Henry, consecutive Graphic Commu- The 31-person team is made
from Regina, tied for 6th and nications student to qualify up of students from colleges
brought home a Medallion of for the WorldSkills competi- and polytechnics from across
Excellence in the Graphic De- tion, which is held every two Canada who competed in a
sign Technology competition years. Roxanne Kanak also number of events focusing
against 28 competitors. Dan- competed at WorldSkills 2015 on several skill areas ranging
iel Nelson, also from Regina, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and also from web design and develop-
tied for 22nd against 35 com- earned a Medal of Excellence ment to heavy vehicle mainte-
petitors in Electrical Installa- in her competition. nance.
tion. “Sask Polytech continues to Congrats to Kyla and Daniel Photo courtesy of Saskatch- Photo courtesy of Saskatch-
“We are very proud of Kyla’s put students first and helps for their hard work! ewan Polytechnic ewan Polytechnic
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Becoming a Student at the University of Saskatchewan
College of Nursing
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Expanding the Manufacturing Horizon at Saskatchewan Polytechnic
New Advanced Manu- needs means that some- neering Technology diplo- industry,” says Jamie Hilts, “This expansion allows us “Working with industry
facturing lab expansion times you have to invest in ma program is expanding Sask Polytech’s dean of the to continue to offer our in- experts provides opportu-
at Saskatoon campus new technology and new its Advanced Manufactur- School of Mining, Energy dustry partners valuable nities for everyone and can
increases opportunities spaces. At Saskatchewan ing lab. and Manufacturing and the applied research opportuni- result in some of the best
for industry experts Polytechnic, that’s exactly “We have consistently School of Natural Resourc- ties to solve the real-world learning opportunities for
Responding to industry why the CAD/CAM Engi- been at the leading edge of es and Built Environment. problems they face every our students,” says Hilts. “If
day.” we work together, everyone
The expansion will up- can be successful.”
date existing equipment, Partnerships that ben-
expand into new areas and efit from this lab expansion
consolidate the additive have already started to see
manufacturing capabili- the rewards. Recently, the
ties, to create a new space CAD/CAM Engineering
that incorporates better Technology diploma pro-
options for large-scale and gram partnered with Arden
high strength 3D printing. Phillips, a former student
Included in the expansion and chief operating officer
are two new additive manu- at Create Café, a 3D print-
facturing machines (also ing company in Saskatoon,
known as 3D printers). One on an applied research proj-
is for large parts with a foot- ect. The project was to en-
print of up to 1m x 1m, and hance one of Create Café’s
the other is capable of print- machines to grow its busi-
ing composites with contin- ness. Similarly, students
uous fiber reinforcement. can access the machinery
“We led the province in the expanded Sask Poly-
into the area of additive tech lab to design and build
manufacturing — now bet- student projects such as
ter known as 3D print- a lightweight, ultra-fuel-
ing — in 1995 when it was efficient vehicle, which will
called rapid prototyping,” be racing in the 2018 Shell
says Tim Muench, program Eco-Marathon in Califor-
head for the CAD/CAM nia.
and Mechanical Engineer- “One of the biggest advan-
ing programs. “By adding tages is that our students
an Additive Manufacturing will be able to graduate and
stmcollege.ca
space by consolidating the enter industry as technol-
new equipment with exist- ogy leaders and can move
ing, we can continue being into their careers with the
a leader.” expertise employers are
Muench adds that future looking for,” says Muench.
plans for the expanded lab Through applied research,
will be to include equip- Sask Polytech collaborates
ment that will allow indus- with companies and indi-
try and students the ability viduals to solve business
to incorporate augmented challenges. Through testing
reality into manufacturing and pursing innovation, the
systems. institution enables compa-
“Augmented reality is the nies to capture new oppor-
Register next big advancement in tunities.
through manufacturing technology To learn more about ap-
PAWS and we plan to be a leader in plied research opportuni-
that too,” he says. ties at Sask Polytech, please
Planning to attend the University of Saskatchewan? St. Thomas More College(STM) offers Manufacturing success visit www.saskpolytech.ca/
you an engaging learning environment - small class sizes - with award-winning faculty, within One of the biggest ben- research.
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ing able to provide industry nally published in Industry
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