Humboldt Journal

The following individuals were recognized at the Horizon Central Athletic Association (HCAA) Spring Meeting on April 23 for their outstanding contributions to school athletics programs.

The province pulled the flags down to fly at half-mast on April 28 in honour of all the workers who had lost their lives to illness or injury while on the job. It was another step in their ongoing campaign to prevent workplace incidents.

BAUER: Andrew John August 12, 1981 – April 24, 2015 The sudden and unexpected passing of Andrew Bauer occurred on Friday, April 24, 2015, at the age of 33 years. Andrew (Andy) was born on August 12, 1981 at RUH in Saskatoon, SK.

FREISTADT: Raymond Peter April 30, 1930 – April 24, 2015 Mr. Raymond “Ray” Peter Freistadt of Saskatoon, SK, (and formerly of Humboldt, SK), passed away at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, on Friday, April 24, 2015. He was 84 years of age.

ROENSPIES: Benjamin “Ben” Elias December 16, 1924 – April 27, 2015 Benjamin Roenspies of Quill Plains Centennial Lodge, Watson, SK, (and formerly of Silver Park, SK), passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, April 27, 2015, at the age of 90

BOWMAN: Hilda Louise August 7, 1926 – April 28, 2015 Mrs. Hilda Louise (nee Wulff) Bowman of Quill Plains Centennial Lodge, Watson, SK, (and formerly of Humboldt, SK), passed away at her residence on Tuesday, April 28, 2015. She was 88 years of age.

Three recent decisions emanating from the Supreme Court of Canada show a disregard for equitable treatment for every Canadian.

The past weekend saw the return of the 18th annual OnStage Dance Festival, which hosted over 1,300 dancers from various communities.

Victims of Crime Awareness Week was celebrated April 19-25 in the province and was followed by some announcements regarding how victims of crime in the province can seek help.