​Changes to the big game draw pool system were implemented in 2018 when the draw was expanded from four to six priority pools.  Beginning this year, all first-time applicants will be placed in the D pool.  They will be joined in that pool by all successfully drawn applicants from 2018 in an effort to reduce the number of applicants entering the Super A pool each year.


The application process remains unchanged and information regarding the application, priority pools, wildlife management zone (WMZ) quotas and detailed application instructions can be found online at www.saskatchewanlicences.active.com. 

Apply early and use the online residency verification tool to avoid complications.  Draws for several of the species receive a high number of applications compared to the number of licences available.  For these species, the odds of being drawn will be low, even for applications in the top priority pool.

The big game draw is administered through the Saskatchewan Hunting, Angling and Trapping Licence (HAL) system.  Clients can submit, review and update their applications, check pool status history and purchase a draw licence through their HAL accounts.

Draw results will be available through the HAL accounts around mid-June, with the exception of pronghorn, which will be available around mid-July.  Applicants are responsible for checking their own draw results.

Successful applicants will be able to purchase licences through their HAL accounts beginning August 1, 2019.

For information on your HAL account or assistance with completing an application, please call 1-888-773-8450.  If you have questions about your pool status or hunting in Saskatchewan, call the Ministry of Environment’s Inquiry Line at 1-800-567-4224.  Further information about the big game draw is available at www.saskatchewan.ca/hunting.

​Seized property can be an asset acquired as a proceed of crime or an object used to commit a crime.

Examples of property forfeited has included:

• Buildings used to house cannabis grow operations;
• Currency resulting from the sale of illicit drugs; and
• Vehicles used in the sale of illicit drugs.

The Seizure of Criminal Property Amendment Act, 2018 will come into effect upon Royal Assent, which is expected in mid-May.

The City of Warman’s Annual Open House is set for Wednesday, May 8th from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Brian King Centre.

Residents from our city are invited to meet the Mayor, City Council and the administrative staff and to learn about city priorities and projects for 2019.

The Open House runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m with the Warman Emergency Alert Team (WERT) will be serving up BBQ Burgers & Pop.  Proceeds from the BBQ will be used for training and equipment supplies.

​Innovation Challenge Winners Looking To Monitor Solid WasteReleased on April 29, 2019
Prairie Robotics and a team of researchers from the University of Regina have been selected as the winners of Saskatchewan’s latest Innovation Challenge.  The winners will be looking to develop new ways we can use technology to monitor the amount of solid waste generated and disposed of in the province.

Prairie Robotics of Regina will use artificial intelligence to estimate the weight of the waste entering landfills.  It will capture data in real time to automatically generate waste reports across the province.  The team from the University of Regina will measure waste using weigh-in-motion technology optimized for Saskatchewan’s extreme weather.

Weigh-in-motion systems measure the weight of moving vehicles.  The team is led by Professor Kelvin Ng, an environmental systems engineer.  The winners will each receive funding of up to $10,000 and a 16-week residency to develop their solution in collaboration with government.

The winners have until March 31, 2020, to complete their residencies.

“Innovation Challenges are all about finding technology solutions to real-world problems,” Minister Responsible for Innovation Saskatchewan Tina Beaudry-Mellor said.  “These challenges tap into our entrepreneurs’ problem-solving and innovative traditions to help grow our province’s tech sector.”

“The data that this type of technology can provide will be extremely useful as we determine the effectiveness of our waste diversion programs in the province,” Environment Minister Dustin Duncan said.  “Waste diversion reduces the potential for landfills to impact the environment, and I’m thrilled to see the role these winners will take when it comes to the health and safety of our communities.”

Innovation Challenges encourage Saskatchewan technology companies to find quick and inventive solutions to public issues.  One such challenge in 2017 resulted in BeeSecure, an application that alerts rural land owners about irregular activity on their properties.  Another challenge now underway is seeking a solution that would allow hunters and snowmobilers to seamlessly ask land owners for permission before entering onto their properties.

To learn more about other Innovation Challenges and how to participate, visit www.innovationsask.ca.

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Hopefully the signs of spring have you anticipating summer!  If you are interested in being outdoors, SaskParks may have the opportunity for you.  Recreational operators are being sought for two locations in Saskatchewan, Borden and Fowler Lake, with the opportunity to design and develop the site.  Proposals are welcomed until May 2, 2019. 

SaskParks
Calling entrepreneurs!

Sask Parks is looking for prospective proponents to design, develop and operate commercial recreational facilities and related services in two separate locations – Borden Bridge Recreation Site and Fowler Lake Recreation Site. Proposals can be submitted for development at one or both locations.

Details of the request are available at sasktenders.ca (Competition # PCS-RS-2019-01). Create an account to access related documents – it’s a simple process and will allow you access to any follow-up information related to this opportunity.

Deadline to submit proposal packages is May 2, 2019.

This was the post generating plenty of reaction over the weekend.  Warman Fire Rescue's post on Facebook praised the efforts of Volunteer and Career Firefighters across Saskatchewan.  The post prompted hundreds of comments and thousands of characters worth of praise and appreciation for their efforts.   Pictured with the post a photo with the caption, "We don't stop when we're tired, we stop when we're done."  Clearly, this quote captures the spirit and sacrifice of all Firefighting personnel and the effort put forth to safeguard life, property and community.   This past week may have served as an opportunity to recognize the performance and tireless training of Firefighters across our province.  Stay strong Brothers and Sisters, we are grateful that you carry this motto close to your heart and practice it to its end!

Serious fires raged near urban communities of Biggar, Dalmany and Warman dominated the news since Easter.

Warman Fire Rescue
To all the Volunteer and Career Firefighters across Saskatchewan who have battled hard over the last week, we all still feel and share the pushing past the pain. 2 weeks of rain and snow look fine to us! Stay strong Brothers and Sisters!
Apr 25 at 11:55 AM · Public ·

CBC Saskatoon reported the following:

As of Tuesday morning, 37 rural municipalities and five towns and villages across Saskatchewan had issued fire bans as dry weather ravaged the province.

Windy conditions and a lack of rain have made outdoor burning very dangerous. Many fire departments are asking rural residents to be extra careful.

Firefighters in the Warman, Sask. area were kept busy Tuesday by two separate grass fires in the area.

• Biggar, Sask., declares state of emergency after grass fire

• Crews fight large brush fire southwest of Saskatoon

• Sask. rural municipalities issue fire bans over dry weather
  

"Both were caused by human acts, and were preventable," read a Facebook post by Warman Fire Rescue. "Extreme fire conditions continue today, don't even throw a cigarette butt in a ditch- very dangerous out in the rural areas!"
Here is a list of affected areas:
Rural municipalities:

• RM of Canaan
• RM of Victory
  
• RM of Lacadena
• RM of Happyland
• RM of Coteau
• RM of Newcombe
• RM of Chesterfield
• RM of Emerald
• RM of Rudy
• RM of Fertile Valley
• RM of St. Andrews
• RM of Pleasant Valley
• RM of Kindersley
• RM of Milton
• RM of Elfros
• RM of Big Quill
• RM of Montrose
• RM of Marriott
• RM of Mountain View
• RM of Winslow
• RM of Oakdale
• RM of Prairiedale
• RM of Antelope Park
• RM of Corman Park
• RM of Vanscoy
• RM of Biggar
• RM of Grandview
• RM of Hoodoo
• RM of Rosthern
• RM of Laird
• RM of Great Bend
• RM of Buffalo
• RM of Blaine Lake
• RM of Leask
• RM of Paynton
• RM of Eldon
• RM of Buckland

Towns and villages:

• Village of Lucky Lake
• Resort Village of Mistusinne
• Town of Colevile
• Resort Village of Coteau Beach
• Village of Elbow

The province is asking that any farmers burning their fields take extra care.

The birds are busily chirping, the grass slowly greening and the daylight extending its power to beat the darkness to a shorter time.  It is the sign of spring 2019!  As the signs of spring begin to emerge, another spring event is only a few short weeks away, Mother's Day.

Beat the pressure of deciding what to get and how to treat your mother this year, enter the Discover Warman Mother's Day Giveaway!  We have a gift basket that every mother would love to receive!  It is stuffed with amazing gifts and gift certificates from Warman based businesses!  Stay tuned for more details!

Entry forms can be found on our contest page: https://www.discoverwarman.com/contest.html

Gift certificates and gifts from Leopold's Tavern, Clothing obsession, Patina Floor & Décor, Beau.ti.ful You Studio,  Bodacious Bustlines and a few extras from Discover Warman!

After reading this list and seeing the gifts, we are excited for Mother's Day!  May time fly!