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Spooked by market volatility? Stay calm and grow rich!

Spooked by market volatility? Stay calm and grow rich!

Successful investors have learned to see the stock market as a natural home for their savings. They agree with renowned investor Warren Buffett, widely recognized as the most successful investor in history.

SCHMIDT

A ‘Farewell Celebration Of Life Service’ for Wesley Vernon Schmidt, resident of the Battlefords District Care Centre, who passed away July 10, 2015 will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at the Maymont Memorial Hall, Maymont, SK.

LEASK

Service Of Celebration and Thanksgiving for the Life of Roger Dennis Leask, beloved husband of Connie Leask, resident of rural Battleford, SK will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2015 from St.
Music festival this weekend in raise awareness of suicide and mental health

Music festival this weekend in raise awareness of suicide and mental health

An event this weekend at the Battlefords Provincial Park is being held in honour of a young man who took his own life. His parents want to raise awareness of mental health and suicide prevention.

LUKOWICH

ISABELLE BASIHNE (nee Ryhorchuk): Loving mother of Patricia (Jim Lee) of Unity, SK and Bernard (Perryanne) of Victoria, B.C. passed away March 2, 2015 at Victoria, B.C. Mass Of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, August 10, 2015 at 1:00 p.m.
Are ya prunin' or making a post?

Are ya prunin' or making a post?

Roots Shoots and Suckers
Trusts and total-return investing: a winning approach

Trusts and total-return investing: a winning approach

One of the perceived disadvantages to using a trust in estate planning is that restrictions on trustees’ investment decision-making under trust law will result in lower investment returns.
‘Mob Dog’ days of summer fundraiser

‘Mob Dog’ days of summer fundraiser

Those looking to pull a harmless and humorous prank on someone before the winter blues hit can do so in the month of August, while supporting a good cause.
Extreme weather events hit most vulnerable

Extreme weather events hit most vulnerable

Canadian governments need to be better prepared to tackle climate volatility
Watch for work zones on August long weekend

Watch for work zones on August long weekend

With construction continuing through the long weekend, travelers can expect some delays. Motorists are reminded to check the Highway Hotline for up-to-date road information to help plan their trip.
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