Chronological Index of Ensign Articles for September of 2002
The Greenwater Report Monday September 2, 2002 As the last long weekend of the summer comes to an end Gerald Crawford brings us up-to-date on the close of another season.	By the week September 1 to 7 September 8 to 14 September 15 to 21 September 22 to 28 Sept. 29 to Oct. 5
On A Street Where you live Monday September 2, 2002 Canadians like most people the world over are becoming more and more urban dwellers. These pictures look down three streets or so with the sun mostly at our back.
Debate over provincial rights/separatist movements Monday September 2, 2002 Time for others to discuss this issue as Chris Blackman just home from last weekend's conservative convention in Edmonton sheds some of his light on a topic we really need to talk about.
Red Cadillac Monday September 2, 2002 Detroit was the centre of the car making universe and 1959 was perhaps their finest hour. Elvis liked his pink, Afro-Americans preferred while but for everyone else the cadillac of cadillacs was red.
Low Maintenance Centre Piece Tuesday September 3, 2002 The goal is to create a pleasant accompaniment to one's house. This is a great example of things working out nicely.
The real issues Tuesday September 3, 2002 Though a week has gone by since the Progressive Conservative party wound up its convention in Edmonton we have heard little of what "really" went on. Jason Inness of Calgary was a Young Progressive Conservative delegate to the convention and wants people to know that what's cooking is far more than discussions about uniting the right.
On Kyoto’s ratification, economics and social goals: GDP and Productivity versus Education and Health Tuesday September 3, 2002 You have seen a couple and will see many more arguments that object to Canada agreeing to the Kyoto Accord. Mario deSantis sets out a chilling argument that suggests that the dire warnings that the nay sayers report will occur anyway. Note carefully the extensive references on this story.
New agenda needed Tuesday September 3, 2002 Mike Reilly has come to a similar conclusion as Jason Inness only Mike would like to see the government of Canada take some initiative and make some progress with some of the challenges that our country faces.
Bias ought to be up front Tuesday September 3, 2002 Once upon a time newspapers in Canada were owned by a variety of individuals and companies and they had to compete. Those days are gone and Rudy Fernandes is shocked to discover so are other things we take for granted like accuracy and identifying sources.
Being conned, statistically speaking Tuesday September 3, 2002 Ron Thornton is puzzled at the unusual use of statistics by the United Nations and cautions the Prime Minister about taking action that seems irrational.
A & W Forms Wednesday September 4, 2002 We will keep you posted as this new project takes shape in Tisdale.
Musikgeek - Shannon Andrews Thursday September 5, 2002 Shannon Andrews introduces a new concept in music instruction as her routine for the new instructional year gets underway.
Complete plan needed Thursday September 5, 2002 While many warn of economic doom and still others of environmental disaster Mike Reilly shows us that there positive outcomes and if the government puts together a good plan Kyoto could be a really positive thing.
A new low Thursday September 5, 2002 The minister of national defence despite his academic and business experience has demonstrated amazing confusion when it comes to two of the most historical events in the history of our country. John Sheltus blames both the way history is taught and the cavalier attitude the government has toward the department of defence.
Triple-E senate: Now more than ever Thursday September 5, 2002 Ron Thornton makes the compelling case that the deep and potentially country ending feelings that are made so clear with every passing issue as Ontario and Quebec bully the rest of the country as though all of the dominion existed only to serve them could be easily sorted out by reforming the Senate.
Buy local not here Thursday September 5, 2002 The preculiar defacing of a sign at a construction site raises some questions about the insecurity some may feel about the outside world coming to the local marketplace.
Be good to yourself: Nutrition and weight lose centre Friday September 6, 2002 A new business addressing the needs of a growing portion of the population. Grand opening next week.
Three in one - New health regions Friday September 6, 2002 A brief look at the combination process of Saskatchewan's health care regions and some of the immediate affects.
Kyoto: A small word that evokes many questions Friday September 6, 2002 Walter Robinson considers the whole concept both in Japan and now with the possible adoption as "policy on the fly."
Languaging and President Bush’s Homeland department: Having the "the right people at the right place at the right time" doing the wrong job! Friday September 6, 2002 Mario deSantis puzzles over the odd use of language and the abuse of ideas by the US president.
TMSS Classic Senior volleyball tournament Saturday September 7. 2002 Teams from all over the province are working the volleyball courts at Tisdale's Middle Secondary School this weekend.
Trojan camp gets season underway Saturday September 7, 2002 Hockey season for the Tisdale Trojans for the 2002 - 2003 season began today as players began arriving this morning to sign in for the try-outs.
Tisdale, Friday, September 6, 2002 Saturday September 7, 2002 Time to update the atmosphere in Tisdale and show you some progress and then go window shopping.
Questions that must be answer Saturday September 7, 2002 Joe Hueglin is disturbed about the ambiguous nature of the Senate report that recommends the legalisation of marijuana as he feels that the public can hardly form an opinion on such an issue without more clarity.
Economist Paul Krugman: The Bully’s Pulpit spreads the gospel of double thinking, newspeak and new words Saturday September 7, 2002 Mario deSantis gives a chance to think about the warping of both language and concepts by both the American leadership and those forces bent on undermining those institutions that have developed over time for the good of all, social security and public medical care.
The American War Economy: The Carlyle Group is posed to buy part of the British defense research industry Saturday September 7, 2002 With the Carlyle group so heavily invested in by pensioners and control of the government war makes sense and profit.
"Its Not The End of the World" Sunday September 8, 2002 Tisdale Trojan coach Darrell Mann tells half the players at the try-outs after their final session Sunday morning as the final two teams have been picked for the game at 2:00.
Alberta Alliance Party Sunday September 8, 2002 The Canadian Alliance like the Reform party before it has concentrated on being a national party but now movements are forming in several provinces to develop provincial organisations and Ron Thornton was there as Alberta Alliance struggles to its feet.
Means of testing impairment lacking Sunday September 8, 2002 As discussion eminate from the Senate recommendation to decriminalise the use of marijuana there have been a lot of arguments for and against the proposal but this problem posed by Jack Davies of Tilsonburg Ontario makes you think. The drug will linger in a person's blood stream for twenty-two days so how do you test for impairment from its affects.
The Carlyle Group and Canada: A War Economy at the Expense of Common People Sunday September 8, 2002 Mario deSantis takes us the next step of the war monger's profittering group to show us the Canadian executives.
The Greenwater Report Monday September 9, 2002 Few campers disturb Gerald Crawford and his berry picking as temperatures fall and we all seem to be anticipating fall.
Joint Committee of the House of Commons and the Senate Monday September 9, 2002 A lifetime working in parliament shows as former Prime Minister Joe Clark suggests to the government a means to deal with its committment to sign the Kyoto protocol and work out both what it will mean and what part each level of government can play in shaping a solution everyone can live with.
The West Has Its Own Political Traditions Monday September 9, 2002 Canada's journalists and political scientist for most of the country are confounded at the preculiar nature of Western Canadian political thought. You can move to the front of the class and well ahead of most reporters by understanding Ron Thornton's explanation of a very different political and social context of the people who live West of Winnipeg.
Today at the market Tuesday September 10, 2002 The pumpkins and melons are starting to show up and today a $2.00 bison smoky.
Start at the bottom and work up Tuesday September 10, 2002 This is our update from a week ago on the construction of a new A&W in Tisdale as the pad has been pored and work proceeds today on the removal of the surface material in preparation for gravel and later pavement.
PUBLIC MONEY USED FOR PARTISAN PURPOSES NOT PUBLIC FOOD Tuesday September 10, 2002 Canadians all share a sense of deep pride in our honourable and determined Armed Forces but we are embarassed and ashamed of the way successive governments have reduced their capability and value by failing to provide them with the equipment and support they need to do the job for us. Mr. Reilly expresses his disgust for the way Paul Martin has been responsible for much of the forces neglect.
The saga of health reform in Saskatchewan: The Health Regions replace the Health Districts Tuesday September 10, 2002 The mystery of why our Medicare system is failing becomes abundantly clear when you realise that it is being run by folks in offices far away from hospitals and operating rooms. Corporate structure in its most bureaucratic form has been just jumped up one more step and Mario deSantis helps us focus on the confusion created by districts, regions and the bungling of SAHO.
Personal Television Network Tuesday September 10, 2002 Here is a simple television monitor system that lets you look remote ly at a room, yard, pool, whatever.
Work begins on clearing and preparing lot for house number Eight Wednesday September 11, 2002 Directly across from St. Theresa Park the top soil is being stripped away in preparation for digging the basement for Tisdale's Mayor's new house.
Whose pollution will Canadians be paying to clean up? Wednesday September 11, 2002 We all share the same atmosphere all around this globe. Phyllis H. Hubeli points out the hopelessness of attempting to make a difference unilaterially.
Figures don't lie. . . but. . . Wednesday September 11, 2002 Don't say we didn't warn you. The way a politician or party conducts itself is how it will act if it ever comes to power. Paul Pelletier and Jason Inness both spotted the slippery accounting switch that the Canadian Alliance just pulled and it doesn't look good.
What a year for flowers! Thursday September 12, 2002 While the year 2002 will go down as a puzzle for farmers for gardeners the remarkable development of flowers this year is a sight to behold. This page includes a 90º QuickTime VR.
Fall of 2002 begins Friday September 13, 2002 With a shower early this morning and another on the way the leaves are turning and swirls of fallen one twist in the morning wind.
Walls, walls, walls Friday September 13, 2002 Rise Construction has begun assembling the actual restaurant structure of the new Tisdale A&W.
"Give the man a bone" Friday September 13, 2002 This week Paul Martin released figures about the money coming into his campaign but the figures are just a fraction of what is being spent. Joe Hueglin is not impressed.
Terry Fox Run - Tisdale Elementary School Friday September 13, 2002 Inspired by the young man who attempted to run across Canada on his one leg the students of the Elementary School were out this afternoon doing their part to remember his efforts and help in the cause.
The Prime Minister was not misquoted Friday September 13, 2002 Walter Robinson of the Canadian Tax Payer's Federation is rather direct in his condemnation of the Prime Minister's remarks made in July but shown on CBC on Wednesday evening.
Blueberries Saturday September 14, 2002 Judy Shire goes blueberry picking near La Ronge and takes you along to see what it is like.
Flower gardens Saturday September 14, 2002 What indeed is a garden for, beauty or the practical provision of vegetables for the table? The answer, both!
Disposable Income Sunday September 15, 2002 A group of Harley Davidson enthusiasts take advantage of the exceptional weather for a road trip.
House #9 Sunday September 15, 2002 The relentless process of new houses being built or moved into Tisdale continues as the ninth house for this year was begun on Friday and we have pictures of the new basement ready for work to begin tomorrow.
The Greenwater Report Monday September 16, 2002 Fall is upon us and Gerald gives us a nostalgic look at the way things once were with some vintage images from 1954 of the park. (This story will not be posted until 3:00)
Monday construction review Monday September 16, 2002 Six construction projects are highlighted in this review of work going on this morning in Tisdale.
The Liberals and Kyoto Monday September 16, 2002 When the Liberal government came to office it had carried to the Canadian public several very important promises. Those promises were overlooked once in power and Jim Calvert of Gravenhurst Ontario is wondering if the same process is happening with the Kyoto Accord, a lot of talk and promises but no committment.
Priorities seem very odd Monday September 16, 2002 Some things don't have to be complicated. We know why it is important to be Canadian and we also know that there are many who would threaten both our sovereignty and our values. Kristy Sewell from Winnipeg believes that Canada's military is coming up very short with old equipment and we need to get our priorities straightened out.
Overnight break-in deposits documents in storm sewer Tuesday September 17, 2002 A break-in at an undisclosed location last night saw town workers and R.C.M.P. attempting to recover documents from storm sewer.
CP replaces long crossing on highway#3 Tuesday September 17, 2002 Full extra-gang crew and both on and off track equipment in use as CP replaces a large section of rail line that cross highway #3.
Terror or Freedom Tuesday September 17, 2002 This morning a Toronto United Church minister scolded on CBC radio, Canadians for their selfish attitude as it relates to the 9-11 event. Brock Schultze a thirteen year old boy from Winnipeg tells us directly what that event has done to him we had better pay attention.
Liberals killing Bills to hide report Tuesday September 17, 2002 What is going on in Ottawa two bills already passed by the Commons and another of great importance look like they will be dumped. Zeb Landon from Simcoe, Ontario brings this serious matter to light for us.
Old Senior's Centre demolished Wednesday September 18, 2002 The town took the old and no longer used Senior's centre and tore it down this morning.
Blame Joe Clark Wednesday September 18, 2002 Toronto Sun columnist claims that it is Joe Clark's fault that the unite the right campaign failed and that we had a second term of Liberals. Paul Pelletier of St. Paul Albert points out that the three hundred who met in Edmonton would definitely not agree.
A 10% GST . . . and that's just the beginning folks. . . Wednesday September 18, 2002 Walter Robinson wrote this story yesterday afternoon and guessed at the time that the rumour was perhaps just a trial balloon to get Canadians ready for tax hikes as it was announced today that Canada slipped into the "red" in July.
Poverty and terrorism Wednesday September 18, 2002 Richard Neumann points out that it might simplistic to suggest that third world poverty leads to terrorism. We have included a couple of interesting references that suggest that this is something we should all do some thinking about.
Autumn Morning Thursday September 19, 2002 Long shafts of cool morning sunlight zip down the streets and lanes illuminating the leaves that are about to depart for another year. As these pictures were being taken the writer listened to the ramifications of the health workers strike. The result is this rant, but you better look it over resistance is futile.
Elephant ears and pickles Friday September 20, 2002 For over twenty years Gwen Betthel and her husband have been selling gas, service and fabulous meals at their service station in Bjorkdale, but come spring, it will be time to take it easy.
Sylvania the fall of 2002 Saturday September 21, 2002 Harvest is in progress, the leaves turning and children well into the new school year. A look at rural life in a Saskatchewan village. This page includes a 620K Quicktime VR panorama image.
Paul Martin no financial wizard Saturday September 21, 2002 Rudy Fernandes of White Rock B.C. gives us the quick review of the former finance minister's achievements and it isn't pretty.
Why Now? Saturday September 21, 2002 The auditor general asked the RCMP back in May to check into GroupAction but it was this past week that they got around to it but this story is one that will not go away. Even though the parliamentary committee looking into it was closed down by Liberal MPs, something smells here. Bryan St. George from Kelowna is wondering why now.
Bear Saturday September 21, 2002 The lives that touch our own and those lives that we touch are not species specific as dogs and horse often define who and what we are. Bear was Mike Townsends fellow traveller.
The Albertan Response to the Kyoto’s Issue: Instant Democracy against True Democracy Saturday September 21, 2002 Mario deSantis explains the vulgar self interest of Alberta and its campaign for its private business interests as it goes all out against the Kyoto Accord.
The First official day of fall Sunday September 22, 2002 Yesterday it was blustery, with an icey wind, squalls and almost violent sunshine.
The bad economics of the Bushes: The new doctrine of a never ending war Sunday September 22, 2002 Mario deSantis suspects that the world is dealing with a repeat performance as Bush junior follows a similar militaristic pattern and the consequential economic fall out will be similar to that produced by his father's leadership.
Inflation calculator Sunday September 22, 2002 Ken Styan spotted an interesting web site that will figure out what something would cost new today when you input the cost at its vintage date.
The Greenwater report Monday September 23, 2002 As fall sweeps over the countryside we get to check out the agricutlure scene as winter wheat is being planted.
Does Paul Martin share the blame? Monday September 23, 2002 As so many Ontario and Quebec Liberals want to defer sainthood on the former finance minister, Joe Hueglin points out that we must on ignore what he did in office.
Summer 1946 Tuesday September 24, 2002 The war had ended officially but in the minds of these young people who had grown up in the 1930 and held their breath through the war, was it time to exhale? (This page includes a QuickTime music clip)
Where are the great orators? Wednesday September 25, 2002 In other times the words of individuals have inspired those who heard them changing their lives forever. Ron Thornton longs for a Canadian speaker who will step forward and do what others have done in other times and places. Included on this page are the full QuickTime audio track of a Winston Churchill speech and the magnificient "I have a dream" speech of Martin Luther King.
Does Paul Martin share the blame? I wonder! Wednesday September 25, 2002 Rebecca Gingrich and Ross Vaughan from Ontario suggest that Joe Hueglin left out a few things in his Monday article.
Challengers instead of SeaKings Wednesday September 25, 2002 Richard P. Neumann tells us about the dangers of the old Helicopters which the government has had nine years to do something about.
Tisdale School Division Official Grand Opening of Welding programme Thursday September 26, 2002 This morning at 11:30 TMSS saw the official launch of its partnered programme with Northern Steel Industries and Beeland Co-op Association who are participating in developing the new industrial welding programme.
Parkland Photography September Meeting Friday September 27, 2002 Mary Wright's third place image is seen here as the thirteen members enjoyed an evening together and Gerald Crawford tells and shows us what the meeting was about.
Federal inaction must end Friday September 27, 2002 It looks like the oceans, especially the one abundant Atlantic Grand Banks are running close to empty and it also looks like many countries are determined to finish off what's left. David Jackson, of Ottawa demands that the government of Canada do something about the impending disaster.
Throne Speech Preview Friday September 27, 2002 Walter Robinson has some serious misgivings about the prospects of the federal government's spending intentions and tosses out some suggestions about aboriginal problems.
Barenaked Ladies Saturday September 28, 2002 One day they were standing in our back yard adorned in their fine yellow garment with just a touch of green, the next morning the garments were falling away and the next day they stood their cold and completely naked. This page includes a QuickTime version of Neil Young's "Harvest Moon."
Is this bad? Saturday September 28, 2002 This story relates an actual incident this week from a Saskatoon medical facility. With no one in charge and no one responsible, no one is safe.
LEAVE A FAIR AND BALANCED BUDGET Saturday September 28, 2002 Mike Reilly has considered what is looking more and more like a new government in this post-Martin time and is recommending the government focus its priorities and leave its patronage in the past.
Terrorists not poor Saturday September 28, 2002 Kristy Sewell takes exception with the wide spread belief and perception that the poor of the world are responsible for terrorism and instead she points out that it is the lack of democracy to be consider the real problem and points out what that most of the terrorist involved in the 9-11 attack were from oil rich Saudi Arabia.
The RECPlex Domain Sunday September 29, 2002 From atop the RECPlex arena we have a remarkable QuickTime VR (2MB)panorama of the town. Spirit of cooperation and collaboration that is seen in the working of the RECPlex is a model not only for this community but others as well. This page also includes the 20 second intro to the Tisdale Town video (800K)
Yellow Pickup - 1999 Dodge Sport 4 x 4 Sunday September 29, 2002 A Yorkton resident from Tisdale stopped downtown Thursday just after noon and his sharp pickup caught this photographer's eye.
It rained all night Monday September 30, 2002 This rain should be good news but that is not the case with almost 50% of the crop in some areas still in the field this looks like yet another final blow to the crop of 2002.
We can not blame the poor for terrorism Monday September 30, 2002 Rebecca Gingrich considers the Prime Minister's September 11 remarks and those at the United Nations about the world's poor as "inane"
This land is my land, too Monday September 30, 2002 It has been called Western Alienation and with the Canadian Alliance leader an avowed Alberta separatist, most Canadians, who do not live in Alberta, will have a difficult time understanding the Alberta view point. Ron Thornton is trying give you a peek at how Albertans feel about Kyoto and the very centralised for Ontario/Quebec/only form of federal government that we have had since the country was formed.
The Greenwater report Monday Sepember 30, 2002 To wet to combine so Gerald Crawford tells us about geese, beavers, wasps and another form of wildlife the folks who are called hunters.
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