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WHAT MAKES A NEIGHBOURHOOD? Three current and former city planners talk shop; neighbourhood overviews & more

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THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY FEELS THE LOVE 17 years later, a new mural sets an old wrong right Text by Lisa Patrick

SUBTLE TOUCHES, STRONG RESPONSES Window dressing was once a lost art. Not anymore Text by Sarah Dorward

HEALTH & WELLNESS PROS WEIGH IN Don’t wait til the New Year to start living well Photo by Mark Tiu

WHO’S WHO AMONG THE CANDIDATES It’s election time. Find out who wants your vote Text by Jordon Cooper (Paul Miazga)

To make a city liveable and active, city planners past and present say we need more infrastructure for cyclists, not less; more density; more ways to have fun.

TWO PARTS INFUSION, ONE PART MIXOLOGY Wrap your tastebuds around not-so-subtle drinks Text by HenryTye Glazebrook

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editor’s notes

In Case You Hadn’t Heard By Now

It’s been a long journey getting to this point. And in a way, it feels like something I’ve been preparing for all my life. Win or lose, I know that my mom would be very proud of me right now. Everyone’s mom is special, and so was mine. Maryann Miazga led a busy life. Mother to four children born inside of six years to her and my father, she was active in our church, volunteered with Meals on Wheels, put in lots of time with the Brownies (Girl Guides of Canada), ferried my sisters, younger brother and I around everywhere (music and swimming lessons, Ukrainian dance, school trips, doctor and dental appointments—the works). And if she wasn’t busy enough with all that, she’d ask at school if any teachers in other classes needed help driving the kids in their classes around. A model of tolerance, love and full of good humour, my mom had a big heart. She wore it on her sleeve proudly, unafraid to show vulnerability when someone was hurting, willing to lend her ear to anyone, and always looking to make new friends. Unfortunately, most of my impressions or memories of my mom come from those who knew her: family members, former teachers, old friends, my dad. Her active life came to an end at the age of 35 with a catastrophic brain injury; cancer stole her last breath 15 long years later. What does all this have to do with my campaign for city council in Ward 5?

Carpe diem. Seize the day. That was my mom’s unspoken motto for everything. If this magazine gives you ideas for your day, next weekend or next month, then I’ve done my job. But that’s only part of it. As much as I want Saskatonians (and not only) to enjoy this city and all there is to do and see in it, I also want that to apply to all parts of their lives. It seriously pains me that we had voter turnout in the last civic election of under 40 percent. When a recent survey found that only three in ten people could name more than a few people currently on city council, it came as no surprise to me. What’s surprising is that we’ve let it get to this point. Civic politics has the biggest effect on our day-to-day lives. We’re talking about roads, trash collection, policing, parks, transit, leisure services—everything that can make your life instantly better or worse. It links everyone together as a community and yet more than 60 percent of us don’t feel like they’re a part of this community one way or the other. We need to find out why and change that today. Not tomorrow or the day after; today. Between putting together this magazine, responding to people and the media about all sorts of campaign issues, getting campaign materials ready, handling multiple social media feeds and trying to find time to be a good husband and attentive father to two young children, I feel like I’m just now getting to know my mom in some way. Wherever she is, I hope she can see me and is smiling at that very thought.

FreshWest Media Ltd. 108-220 20th Street West Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7M 0W9 flowmagazine.ca @flowzineSask info@freshwestmedia.com Published 6 times per year by FreshWest Media Ltd. Readership: 35,000 (estimated) in Saskatoon and area. Copyright (2016) by FreshWest Media Ltd. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the expressed, written consent of the publisher. Publisher & Editor Paul Miazga Senior Art Director Zhanybek Nurgozhayev Map Designer Danna Contreras Ad Designers Danna Contreras, Zhanybek Nurgozhayev, Paul Miazga Proofreader Olga Bondarenko Contributors Jordon Cooper, Scott Davidson, Sarah Dorward, Teresa Gagne, HenryTye Glazebrook, Penny McKinlay, Paul Miazga, Lisa Patrick Lead Photographer Patricio del Rio Contributing Photographers Dan Clapson, Ryan Grainger, Paul Miazga, Lisa Patrick, Paul Paquette, Alex Pozsonyi, Henry van Seters, Mark Tiu, Jennifer Wallace Printing TC Transcontinental Distribution FreshWest Media Ltd., Canada Post Corp.

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Henry van Seters

Teresa Gagne

A veteran city artist whose mural “Founders” adorns the north side of the Drinkle Building downtown, Henry likes taking photos of the gourmet meals he prepares at home almost as much as eating them—or so we think.

Ontario-born Teresa, when not in her backyard tending to the many varieties of flowers, trees and medicinal herbs she grows, is also known for giving workshops on her two beloved topics: fabric dyeing and pottery. When idle (i.e., seldom), she sleeps.

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Jordon Cooper

Virtually every bone in the body of this veteran blogger and civic commentator is political. Jordon likes to keep abreast of things at City Hall to such an extent that the police often call on him first when council springs a news leak.

the city “(With the mural) we wanted to capture the present tense of the city. There are so many Filipinos, Muslims and other new immigrants who live and work here now. There’s nothing cliché about how hard-working they are. They’re like the pioneers who came here a century ago to settle and work the land.”

Text by Lisa Patrick Photo by Henry van Seters

– Dave Denny

mural advocate

A 17-year Journey to Honour a Filipino Legacy in the City Standing atop a mobile lifting platform high above the ground, Regina-born artist Emmanuel Jarus freehand sketches the outline of a new mural going up on the side of a designated heritage building at 267 3rd Avenue South. Diners entering Ayden Kitchen & Bar at street level below hardly notice Jarus standing many metres above them. Jarus, who arrived here in late September from mural projects that had previously taken him to Kyiv, Ukraine, and Gothenburg, Sweden, is a talented, much sought-after muralist. He’s also the last part in a mural saga that dates back to 1999. That year, a mural by David Ibarreta behind a building on Avenue E South and 20th Street West representing the city’s early Filipino community was accidentally painted over, effectively erasing a memento acknowledging the contributions made by Filipino immigrants to Saskatoon over the past few decades. Fast-forward to 2009 and, over a meeting at the old Mendel Art Gallery, Drinkle Building owner Dave Denny and local artist/muralist Henry van Seters set about righting this historic wrong. Through a project dubbed “Mendel’s Murals, Van Seters, who had photographed and repainted a series of William Perehudoff murals that hung in the old Gainers Meat Packing Plant, sold them at a fundraiser in hopes of raising

enough money to help pay for a replacement. In the end, Denny and van Seters raised $37,000, which until this year had been held in trust by the City of Saskatoon’s Placemaker Program for public art. “It’s been non-stop since last fall,” says van Seters of the work that’s gone into finally making the mural a reality. Originally, the idea was to have a Filipino artist paint the mural, but in the end Jarus was chosen for his community involvement working with Saskatoon’s Filipino community. It also turns out that Jarus, in van Seters’ words, “is a big freaking deal.” “This boy can draw,” van Seters adds. “His technical ability to be able to draw at scale is amazing.” The 10-metre high mural, to be called “Pamana” (“legacy” in Tagalog) will be roller coated first before finishing details are added with spray paints. In the end, it will depict a boy standing facing the wind with confidence. “We wanted to capture the present tense of the city,” Denny says. “There are so many Filipinos, Muslims and other new immigrants who live and work here now. There’s nothing cliché about how hard-working they are. They’re like the pioneers who came here a century ago to settle and work the land.”

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October events

quadruple playbill: Oct08

Stop Podcasting Yourself

Los Lobos

8pm; tickets $25.50 Award-winning, funny and popular, Shumka and Clark bring on a new guest each week and bring to light the absurdity of daily life in this podcast that the Georgia Straight calls the best in Vancouver. For more info, see broadwaytheatre.ca. The Refinery (609 Dufferin Ave.)

8pm; tickets $45 This long-established Tex-Mex quintet has far more than the Ritchie Valens cover "La Bamba" to its credit. Hailing from East LA, Los Lobos play zydeco, blues, RnB and more. Dakota Dunes Casino (Whitecap, SK; 20 min. S on Hwy 219; dakotadunescasino.com)

Oct19–22

Saskatoon Fantastic FIlm Festival

Various showtimes; festival passes $95/single admission $10 Now into its seventh year, SFFF (skfilmfest.com) brings together a full weekend of thrillers: 16 screenings of spine-tingling, chiller-monster-horror theatre. Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.)

Oct19–Nov02 Blind Date by Rebecca Northan Tue–Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm; tickets $43

Taking audience participation to a whole new level is this engaging romance in which Mimi (actress Christy Bruce) picks her blind date right from the audience each night. It's a daring improv show created by the Spontaneous Theatre Co. is guaranteed to turn audiences into tinder. Persephone Theatre (100 Spadina Cres E.; persephonetheatre.org)

Oct28

Nosferatu w/ Shooting Guns 8pm; tickets $20 in advance/$25 at door Take a creepy silent horror film, add a new original live score performed by a cool local band and this is the result. One show only! For more details, see roxysaskatoon.ca. The Roxy Theatre (320 20th St. W)

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Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal 8pm; tickets $60.50 This hybrid troupe pirouettes on the apex of modern dance. Their new show, "Dance 2", moves effortlessly onto the plane of the sublime. Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.; broadwaytheatre.ca)

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Bombargo 9pm; tickets $15 Charismatic lead singer Nathan Thoen and the lads return to their stomping grounds with fresh material and, quite possibly, even longer hair. Eric Taylor and Twin Peaks will open the show. Village Guitar & Amp (432 20th St. W; villageguitars.ca)

Nuit Blanche

7pm–1am; open to the public A mix of performance art, installations and curiosities, this year's showcase heads away from 20th Street West into the expansive park space nearby; nuitblanchesaskatoon.ca. Victoria Park (p. 32; map 2, F2)

NHL pre-season action

7:30pm; tickets from $47.25 Eastern Conference rivals Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators are set to collide here, but can Leafs head coach Mike Babcock make Hogtown happy? SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.; sasktelcentre.com)

Basia Bulat

8pm; $35.50 Catchy lyrics, an unforgettable voice, and stage presence beyond her years: Toronto's Basia Bulat is a multi-talented artist who plays soulful music to move worlds. Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.)

On Broadway

7:30pm; from $15 The SSO and the Fireside Singers perform some of Broadway's greatest musical numbers from Les Miserables, Oklahoma! and more. TCU Place (35 22nd St. E)

Steve Vai

8pm; $47.50/VIP $62.50 It's been 25 years since this guitarwielding virtuoso rocked his way into the limelight. Vai arrives for a stop on his "Passion and Warfare" tour. O'Brians Event Centre (241 2nd Ave. S; obrianseventcentre.ca)

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November events Nov04–13

Apple by Vern Thiessen Thu–Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm; tickets $25 New Saskatoon theatre company The Orchard Creative brings contemporary performances that are meant to be meaningful, artful and accessible. Playwright Vern Thiessen's Apple is just such an example: In it, Andy has lost his job, his marriage is on the rocks and he's just met someone who seems to be his ticket to salvation. But when his wife falls seriously ill, he has to make a choice: fight hard for something he's losing a hold of or take what seems like an easy road to the good life. For more information, visit livefive.ca. The Refinery (609 Dufferin Ave.)

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Nov20

Santa Claus Parade 1pm; open to the public Don’t miss seeing that jolly old elf this year! Check saskatoonsantaclausparade.com for details. Downtown (p. 32; map 2, D/E5)

The Nutcracker 2pm; tickets from $40 It's the classic Tchaikovsky ballet with memorable music, gorgeous costumes and performances by the Moscow Ballet's collection of established dancers from across Ukraine and Russia. Principal dancers for this performance include 23-year-old Veronika Hordina as Clara and Akzhol Mussakhanov as the Prince. TCU Place (35 22nd St. E)

1 2 Stravinsky’s Firebird 3 7:30pm; tickets from $15 4 Award-winning Canadian pianists Thomas Yu (at left) and Godwin Friesen 5 team with the Saskatoon Symphony 6 Orchestra to perform classic musical 7 tales: Maurice Ravel's Mother Goose Suite; Carnival of Animals by Camille 8 Saint-Saens; and, Igor Stravinsky's Fire9 bird Suite, which marked the Russian composer's first foray into greatness. 10 For more information, visit saskatoon11 symphony.org. 12 TCU Place (35 22nd St. E; tcutickets.ca) 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

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Florida Georgia Line 7:30pm; tickets from $49.50 American bro-country duo Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard met in university in 2008, gave themselves two years to make it big and have not looked back since. With Granger Smith and Chris Lane. SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.; sasktelcentre.com)

Deorro

9pm; tickets $32.50/VIP $45 Erick Orresquieta aka Deorro plays Dutch, progressive and electro house to tens of millions of fans worldwide. It's time you partied with him too. O’Brians Event Centre (241 2nd Ave. S; obrianseventcentre.ca)

Marianas Trench

7pm; from $25 A punk/emo rock band from Vancouver with rhythms and melodies that make it hard to sit still. Their latest album, This Means War, is helping fuel their upward trajectory. SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.)

Chixdiggit!

10pm; $18 in advance/$20 day of Can anyone believe it's been 25 years since these Calgary punkers started playing shows? We can't either. Join in the celebration/tour. Amigo’s Cantina (806 Dufferin Ave.; amigoscantina.com)

Donovan Woods

8pm; tickets $26.50 Fans of CBC's Radio 2 have surely heard Woods' wonderfully written and arranged songs, including "Put On Cologne". With Joey Landreth. The Bassment (204 4th Ave. N; thebassment.ca)

Festival of Trees

Daily from 9am–9pm; entrance $10 The decorations on the dozens of trees displayed are impressive, but so are the student carollers and gingerbread houses! festival-of-trees.com. Western Development Museum (2610 Lorne Ave.)

LIVE MUSIC

Amigo’s Cantina (806 Dufferin Ave.; amigoscantina.

com). Shows at 10pm; cover $10 except as noted. Oct. 1: CFCR FM-Phasis feat. The Sheepdogs (tickets $40). Oct. 2: The Fred Eaglesmith Show (8pm; $30 in advance/$35 day of). Oct. 7: CFCR FM-Phasis feat. Soul Mates w/ The Avulsions, Blessed ($8). Oct. 8: CFCR FM-Phasis feat. The Sadies w/ The Heatscores ($20/$22). Oct. 9: CFCR FM-Phasis feat. Born Ruffians w/ Ponteix ($15/$18). Oct. 14: CFCR FM-Phasis feat. The Garrys, Man Meat, Quinzee Town et al ($5). Oct. 15: CFCR FM-Phasis feat. League of Wolves, Public Animal, The Buzzardline. Oct. 22: The Treble w/ guests. Oct. 29: Lavagoat EP release w/ Planet Eater, Hashfiend et al. Nov. 11: Destroyer w/ Kacy & Clayton ($12/$15). Nov. 26: PUP w/ Meat Wave, Chastity ($10/$12). The Bassment (202 4th Ave. N; thebassment.ca) Oct. 2: John Stetch (7:30pm; tickets $22/members $17). Oct. 3: The Abrams (8pm; $35/$25). Oct. 6: SMA Showcase Gala (8pm; $35/$25). Oct. 7: Jay Aymar (9pm; $22/$17). Oct. 8: Worst Pop Band Ever (8pm; $20/$25). Oct. 12: David Vest (8pm; $22/$27). Oct. 13: Stephen Fearing (8pm; $35/$25). Oct. 14: Union Duke (9pm; $25/$20). Oct. 15: U of S Jazz Ensemble (8pm; $20/$15). Oct. 16: Laila Biali Trio (2pm; $25/$20). Oct. 17: Harpdog Brown (8pm; $22/$17). Oct. 19: The Lovelocks (8pm; $25/$20). Oct. 21: Donny Parenteau (8pm; $25/$20). Oct. 22: Annie Avery & Grant Simpson (8pm; $25/$20). Oct. 28: The Vivants (8pm; $25/$20). Oct. 29: Styles Montreux & Shelley Ewing (8pm; $25/$20). Oct. 30: Peter Katz (7:30pm; $25/$20). Nov. 3: Jadea Kelly w/ Sweet Alibi (8pm; $25/$20).

Nov. 4: The Whiskey Jerks w/ Fabian Minnema (9pm; $20/$15). Nov. 5: Avi Granite and the Verse Quartet (8pm; $25/$20). Nov. 6: April Verch (7:30pm; $31/$26). Nov. 8: Great Lake Swimmers w/ Megan Bonnell (8pm; $28/$23). Nov. 9: Jayme Stone’s Lomax Project (8pm; $35/$25). Nov. 11: The Fitzgerald Family Band (9pm; $25/$20). Nov. 12: Jan Janovsky (8pm; $25/$20). Nov. 15: Sultans of String (8pm; $27/$22). Nov. 17: Andrew Collins Trio (8pm; $25/$20). Nov. 18: Ken Stead w/ Erin Kay (9pm; $20/$15). Nov. 19: Michael Occhipinti and The Sicilian Project feat. Pilar (8pm; $35/$25). Nov. 24–25: Jack Semple’s B.B. King Tribute (8pm; $28/$23). Nov. 26: Vandoorn & van Vugt (8pm; $25/$20). Nov. 30: Brandi Disterheft Trio (8pm; $35/$25). Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.; broadwaytheatre.ca). Shows at 8pm except as noted. Oct. 2: SJO feat. Ron Paley and Elly Thorn (7:30pm; tickets $23.50). Oct. 4: The Proclaimers ($41.50). Oct 5: Bruce McCulloch ($35.50). Oct. 7: Andy Shauf ($31.50). Oct. 18: Matthew Barber and Jill Barber (7:30pm; $32.50). Oct. 23: Lunch at Allen's (7:30pm; $50.50). Oct. 24: Boy & Bear ($31.50). Nov. 24: Puppetry of the Penis (7pm; $52.50). Capitol Club (244 1st Ave. N; capitolclub.ca). Shows at 10pm; cover $10 except as noted. Oct. 8: Royal Canoe w/ Close Talker ($15). Oct. 14: Oral Fuentes. Oct. 15: Skylab Winter Series ($10 in advance/$15 day of). Oct. 29: The Ashley Hundred w/ The Damn Truth, The Bonsais et al. Dakota Dunes Casino (Whitecap, SK; 20 min. S on Hwy 219; dakotadunescasino.com) Oct. 12: Tanya Tucker (8pm; tickets $60). Nov. 12: The Mavericks (8pm; $45).

Louis’ Pub (Memorial Union Bldg., 93 Campus Dr.)

Oct. 23: Stiff Little Fingers (9pm; tickets $28). Nov. 15: Wintersleep (8pm; $25). Nov. 17: Dragonette (8pm; $25). O’Brians Event Centre (241 2nd Ave. S; obrianseventcentre.ca) Oct. 7: I Mother Earth (7:30pm; tickets $40/ VIP $54.50). Oct. 26: Post Malone (8pm; $35). SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.; sasktelcentre.com) Oct. 11: Carrie Underwood (8pm; tickets from $67). TCU Place (35 22nd St. E; tcuplace.ca). Shows 7:30pm except as noted. Oct. 18: Terri Clark (7:30pm; tickets $55). Oct. 29: Gold Medal Plates (5pm; $350/10 for $3,500). Village Guitars (432 20th St. W; villageguitars.ca) Oct. 29: Halloween in the Village w/ Big Stuff (8pm; tickets $26.50).

LIVE THEATRE

Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.)

Oct. 25–27: Potted Potter by Dan & Jeff (7:30pm; tickets $75.45). A musical parody of Harry Potter that condenses all seven books into one story, with funny jabs at all the main characters.

Gordon Tootoosis Nikaniwin Theatre (914 20th St. W; gtnt.ca) Oct. 20–30: In Care by Kenneth T. Williams (7pm; $15). A young mother wants to get her kids out of foster care, but the more she struggles for them, the more she becomes a prisoner of her troubled past. Greystone Theatre (John Mitchell Building, 118 Science Pl.; artsandscience.usask.ca/drama/greystone) Oct. 12–22: The Golden Age by Louis Nowra (8pm; $22). This Australian's haunting and timeless play focuses on a group of feral people discovered in the Tasmanian outback in 1939. Directed by Dwayne Brenna & Carol Greyeyes. La Troupe du Jour (914 20th St. W; latroupedujour.ca) Nov. 4–6: Straightjacket Winter by Esther Duquette and Gilles Poulin-Denis (Fri 8:30pm/ Sat 8pm/Sun 2pm; $27). A young Montreal couple starting their life anew in Vancouver feel overwhelmed by the crush of winter and the suffocating walls of their apartment.

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galleries Galleries

Affinity Gallery (813 Broadway Ave.; saskcraft-

council.org). Open Tue–Sat 10am–5:30pm. Oct. 7–Nov. 19: Continuous. Large honeycombed, linocut prints by Monique Martin for this, the 300th exhibit by the Saskatchewan Craft Council. Nov. 25–Jan. 7: Triadica. Colourful and artful jewellery and hollowware from Mary Lynn Podiluk, Joan Thomson and Jenny-Lyn Fife.

aka gallery (424 20th St. W; akaartistrun.org).

Open Tue–Fri noon–6pm, Sat noon–4pm. Through Oct. 22: Beyond the Barrier. Works by Canadian and international artists reflecting the complicated states of in-betweenness and irresolution invoked by the phenomenon of disappearance. Through Oct. 22: I really shouldn't say. Is there emotional significance in an archived work, whatever it is? Can the human connection to archives, if lost, be found again?

Artist Kevin Peeace is one of several Aboriginal artists whose work is finally starting to be recognized. (Courtesy photo)

Home-grown Talent Getting Its Due The rising popularity of Saskatchewan-born Aboriginal artists means a deserving spotlight is being shone on people using art to bridge a divide

Mon–Sat 10am–5pm (Thu 10am–8pm). Oct. 8–Nov. 3: Beyond Logic. New works by Gregory Hardy showcase his talents as a leading Canadian landscape artist. Nov. 5–Dec. 1: Writing Worlds. Lorenzo Dupuis continues his experimentation with all-over fields of marks. His latest works incorporate pictorial and narrative elements, plus subtle variations in density, scale and tone to produce meditative visual rhythms.

Clay Studio Three (3-527 Main St.; claystudiothree. org). Open Mon–Sat 10am–5:30pm. Darrell Bell Gallery (405-105 21st St. E; darrellbellgal-

Text by Sarah Dorward It’s an excellent example of coming together as a community to support and promote Aboriginal art. A loose partnership of local galleries and organizations—Shift Development, The TwoTwenty co-working space, Tribe Inc., Tonight it’s Poetry and Saskatoon Public Schools—are joining local Aboriginal artists in bringing forth traditional and emerging styles of art. Ultimately, they’re taking an active role in promoting Aboriginal art, culture and values while making a positive contribution to the popular subculture. Individually and collectively, Aboriginal artists are actively bridging the gap between two cultures and providing breathtaking visual art on schools, street corners and performance spaces citywide. They include up-and-coming multimedia artist and spoken word poet Kevin Wesaquate; Ernie Scoles—an artist in the Woodland style and a professional framer; muralist and Woodland artist Kevin Peeace; and Adrian Stimson and Johnny Marceland, both visual artists. Their work in Saskatoon is not new: Peeace did his first large mural project at W.P. Bate Elementary School in 2006, while Marceland has been around for decades. Nor is it so rare to see or hear in public. Wander near the Saskatoon Farmer’s Market or attend an evening of TiP (Tonight it’s Poetry) at the Broadway Theatre: Aboriginal MCs and break-dancers form a large part of the city’s hip-hop scene and speak volumes on a range

The Gallery (228 3rd Ave. S; artplacement.com). Open

of complex social issues. And the intersection of 20th Street West and Avenue B South now features a colourful new Peeace design on a utility box—one of many in the city painted by Aboriginal artists. A classic Peeace canvas depicting mother and child adorns an entire wall at Shift’s office in Riversdale. The connection doesn’t stop there: Peeace has recently become artist-in-residence at The TwoTwenty, which is providing him with a studio and an opportunity to promote his work further. CEO of Shift Development Curtis Olson admires the richness of Aboriginal culture and to him, working with Pee-ace was a natural progression for his personal and professional interests in promoting local art and artists in the community. Peeace, who hails from the Yellow Quill First Nation near Kelvington, SK, earned a diploma in fine arts from UCFV Abbotsford, and has two decades of professional experience—including work with Saskatoon Separate Schools and the City of Saskatoon. Peeace, Wesaquate, spoken-word poet and youth activist Zoey Pricelys-Roy [who was invited to Victoria for an audience with Prime MInister Justin Trudeau, Sophie Trudeau, Prince William and Princess Kate on Sept. 25] and others are giving an identifiable face to Aboriginal art and getting recognition that’s long overdue. Be sure to check out these and other artists at Nuit Blanche 2016, taking place Oct. 1 (see p. 8)!

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lery.com). Open Thu–Sat noon–5pm, Sun noon–4pm. Through Oct. 8: Day and Night. New landscapes and other works by Darrell Bell.

The Gallery at Frances Morrison Library (311 23rd St. E; saskatoonlibrary.ca). Open during regular library hours. Through Oct. 20: Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters by Carol Wylie. Exploring the relationship between personality and physicality through portraiture, Wylie's subjects inhabit their portrait as an off-beat or unusual character. Oct. 26–Nov. 24: Big, Flat and Beautiful: An Unapologetic Ode to the Prairies by Elizabeth Muirhead. It's the world right outside our door: lush textures, vibrant colours and abundant beauty. Prairie landscapes in fibre using needle felting. Rouge Gallery (245 3rd Ave. S; rougegallery.ca).

Open Tue–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat noon–5pm Oct. 15–Nov. 6: New works by Paul Constable. SCYAP Gallery (253 3rd Ave. S; scyapinc.org). Open Mon–Fri 10:30am–6pm. Ukrainian Museum of Canada (910 Spadina Cres. E; umc.sk.ca). Open Tue–Sat 10am–5pm. Wanuskewin Heritage Park (RR4, Penner Road; wanuskewin.com). Open during regular park hours. Through Nov. 30: Conversations with the Land by Jamie Black explores the relationship between place/ space and the body, touching on themes of cultural memory, history and identity. Through Nov. 30: Manifestipi by Itwe Collective (Sébastien Aubin, Kevin Lee Burton and Caroline Monnet). This work relates to gathering by trying to create a space where people encounter others, exchange ideas and embrace differences.

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10am–3pm; free admission It’s a public job fair like no other in the city. Representatives from more than 40 different companies attend the city’s largest annual multisector recruitement event and are looking to find talented individuals in multiple fields. Aimed at connecting global talent with local employers, We Connect represents a direct approach to hiring, with face-to-face encounters that offer better prospects for people new to the Saskatoon job market. For more information, visit sods.sk.ca/ events/weconnectjobfair.aspx. Mount Royal Collegiate (2220 Rushholme Road; p. 32: map 1, G5)

It’s the city’s most underrated little pre-Christmas market and it’s been around for an incredible 37 years. The Artisan Fine Craft Market, established in 1979, consists of more than 35 professional Saskatchewan artists and artisans who make quality, handmade objects in a wide variety of media. Think Flock & Gather but with a lower profile on social media. What does the market offer? One-of-a-kind pieces of jewellery, mixed media, fibres, blown and fused glass, photography, prints, beeswax candles, origami as well as ceramics, functional and sculptural wood and metal objects.

Long-time member Mary Romanuk produces quirky and fun animal prints while goldsmith Megan Broner fashions timeless, classic pieces that will delight people of all ages and fit most budgets. New artists to watch for this year include jeweller Mark Wells, watercolour-batik artist Paige Mortensen, ceramic designer Sandra Ledingham, fibre artist Elizabeth Muirhead and collectable Teddy Bear maker Gail Klassen. Experience a unique shopping experience and discover treasures of lasting value in a relaxed, unhurried setting. It’s a classic German Christmas market but with great prices and deals by the dozen.

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More Than Just Window Dressing

It’s a Renaissance of sorts on display as city merchants showcase artistry and the art of drawing shoppers in Window displays might be a simple way to entice passers-by into a shop, but the reality is that so much more goes into each shop window display—at least the ones that are actually vying for your attention. There was a time in Saskatoon when Sears, Eatons and The Bay put considerable effort into their window displays. Each window, carefully planned, truly represented someone’s creative inspiration rather than just some head office directive to promote sale items. Today window displays are undergoing something of a Renaissance in the city: staff and owners at a handful of independent businesses have taken it upon themselves to use their windows effectively and with no little touch of whimsy. With holidays, seasons and beautiful products in mind, these displays ultimately make shoppers smile as they pass by wherever they are found. Be sure to check out the displays of the following shops in the Riversdale, Broadway and downtown to see something that’s sure to make you stop and say “Wow!”

RIVERSDALE

Now merged with Blossoms, Anthology Home Collection (126 20th St. W) features large, intricate and inventive displays in the large windows of the old Adilman’s Department Store (above right). Dynamic duo Del and Palma work collaboratively every few months to create floral-focused displays that celebrate holidays and seasons. Keeping an eye on social media, the visual team at Anthology manages to astound with every display. With Thanksgiving approaching, a new display will be up shortly. A team effort at Soul Paper (118 20th St. W) produces playful window displays, aiming not only to draw people into the shop but also to ultimately make them smile. Inspired by social media feeds, suppliers, their own products and other displays seen by owners Alexsandor Pozsonyi and Susan Gallagher while travelling, the team at this paperie work as a team to build the beautiful and intricate displays. With displays changing monthly, Soul Paper’s windows capture every season, holiday and fun event imaginable. With fall here and holiday season approaching, the displays are something not to be missed!

Text by Sarah Dorward Main photo by Alex Pozsonyi At right: the fall display at Soul Paper in Riversdale; below: children stare at the war memorabilia respectfully laid out in the window at McQuarries on Broadway.

DOWNTOWN

On any trip downtown, start out at the intersection of 21st Street East and head west before ducking into Midtown Plaza. On your immediate right facing west is Manhattan Casuals (124 21st St. E), which often has a theme behind the mannequins in their display window. It’s not super-flashy, but it is tasteful and fun. Across and just further along the street, Spank Clothing and Olson + Burke (105 21st St. E) currently both have bikes in their windows and lots of fall imagery to go with the fashions. Inside Midtown Plaza, Spareparts (main floor, north wing) is the only local business that makes it its business to catch the eye of shoppers, with attractive and well-produced exhibits for watches, bags and other gear that goes well with their chunky store frontage. It’s the least you’d expect of a business that employs some of the city’s top creative minds.

Other noteworthy displays: Garden Architecture & Design (315 Ave. A S) Hardpressed Studio (224 20th St. W) Hazelwood Vintage (120 20th St. W) Village Green Thrift Shop (127-131 20th St. W)

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BROADWAY

Across the river, the Broadway district is wellknown for merchants’ detailed window displays. For some years now, Broadway shops such as McQuarries Tea & Coffee Merchants (708 Broadway Ave.) produce award-winning displays for various seasons of the year. In addition to the intricate displays it’s known for at Christmas and other times of year, the Anton family at McQuarries pays special tribute to Canadian veterans every year with a large and thoughtful Remembrance Day display. Carefully and painstakingly assembled over two days in early November by John Anton, the displays are unrivalled for their poignancy and attention to detail. There’s no shortage of memorabilia to work from either: each year the store receives medals, decorations, war letters and more from the families of departed veterans looking to have their loved ones honoured in Anton’s touching tribute.

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6 Healthy Things You Can Do Right Now

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2. Re-think your skincare. “Use products with sciencebased, active ingredients. Put only quality skin-care products on your skin and talk to a professional for a more evidence-based approach.”

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How Do We Get There From Here?

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Current and former city planners answer three big questions: what makes a neighbourhood great, where Saskatoon should look for inspiration and what needs to happen for us to grow boldly

Interviews by Paul Miazga Images as noted

What makes a neighbourhood in any city great?

professional services and medical services, then travel and commuting outside the neighbourhood is minimized. The interaction of the land uses can also add ‘character’ to the neighbourhood. Your grocer, your accountant, hairdresser (and)

ALAN WALLACE

Planning Lead (Saskatchewan) V3 Companies of Canada Former Chief Planner City of Saskatoon “A sense of community: identifiable, home, friends, neighbours. It should also encourage active transportation: a growing body of research has linked poor health and obesity in kids to neighbourhood design. “Dr. Nazeem Muhajarine [Faculty of Community Health and Epidimiology, University of Saskatchewan] has studied how the design of cities encourages or discourages kids to go out and play. This is important to consider when taking into account obesity rates in children. We now consider the ‘active living potential’ when it comes to city design and neighbourhood planning. “Diverse range of land uses/destinations. Single-use neighbourhoods are a thing of the past. Density isn’t the problem; it’s design. People often point to the worst examples of design and tend to be misinformed. “Connected, both within and to others; encouraging movement. Sustainable, both financially and environmentally. Inclusive, with a wide range of housing and incomes, plus access to a wide range of transportation options. “A strong focal point: school, community centre or recreation centre.” (riversdale.ca)

LESLEY ANDERSON

Director of Planning and Development City of Saskatoon “Diversity and connections. Neighbourhoods that provide a variety of housing types, places and spaces for residents to use, and different uses that support people’s everyday needs are part of what makes a neighbourhood great. The other part is about connections: places for people to connect and socialize with their neighbours, whether it’s out front of their homes, in a nearby park or at the school, these are important parts of people’s social connections in their neighbourhoods. There’s also a need for physical connections for people to move around their neighbourhoods, whether they’re on foot, on their bike or skateboard, or in a car. If people can choose different options, depending on their needs that day, I think that is an important factor in their satisfaction with their neighbourhood.”

From left: Saskatonians gather in Riversdale to see a live public art demonstration at Street Meet; children playing ball hockey in Rosewood. Below right: pedestrian-friendly Times Square in New York City.

“Density (in city planning) is important because economies of scale, efficient services, efficient public transit all work in tandem. It also allows for design opportunities, construction techniques and superior construction material that may not be available in low density development.” – Lorne Sully

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LORNE SULLY

City Planner Sully Consultants Former Manager of City Planning City of Saskatoon “Great neighbourhoods share some common attributes. Usually, mixed land use, diversity and density. Mixed land use is important because it is efficient and cost-effective. “For example, if residential property is in close proximity to a grocery store, personal services,

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dentist all become part of the local community. “Diversity is important because diversity in housing types and styles leads to social inclusion. A variety of housing types and pricing for housing lets young families, singles, mature families and seniors all find places in the community. A diversity of ages, family background and

family structure adds character to a neighbourhood. “Density is important because economies of scale, efficient services, efficient public transit all work in tandem. It also allows for design opportunities, construction techniques and superior construction material that may not be available in low density development. When more housing units contribute to public spaces, the quality of construction and the amenities available are often built to a higher standard. “Great neighbourhoods often benefit from geographic location, history or cultural influence. Location on a river, a bay or a mountain is often a big asset to building or maintaining a great neighbourhood. These geographic features add interest and variety to the neighbourhood experience. “History always adds interest to a neighbourhood, especially if historical buildings can be preserved or replicated. Cultural influence can be a combination of history or the present day influence of new citizens. When cultures can blend, interesting things can happen: new stores, new restaurants, new ideas! “Successful neighbourhoods often share another feature: meeting places. Schools and public parks are good meeting places, but if a neighbourhood can add a public market, art centre or library, then the opportunity to meet your neighbours is enhanced.”

What are some examples of successful city planning elsewhere in the world which achieves planning ideals and could be replicated here? AW: “This answer depends how far

you look. In North America, cities are where people want to live—80 percent and rising. Pressure to attract people means lots of choice and the need to build great communities. “Economic reasons are only part of the decision making about where to live. “Toronto: I like what Jennifer Keesmaat [Chief Planner for the City of Toronto] said about TO: ‘Cities don’t need to be about high-rises’. We should encourage mid-rise buildings and absorb more vacant land. Saskatoon has just started permitting six-storey wood-frame buildings. Mid-rises are the key to future development, not the kinds of buildings you have in downtown Calgary or Toronto. For Saskatoon, this makes particular sense in our downtown, with 26 percent vacant land, and along our Bus Rapid Transit corridors. “Vancouver has a strong city centre that’s diverse and features mixed use. They have really active, vibrant neighbourhoods there. Portland, Oregon, is also walkable, has mixed use development and is bikeable. In Seattle, where they’ve preserved much of their old downtown, they’ve realized the value of bringing people downtown. NYC, once a haven for crime, is now safe and attractive, encouraging walkable urban designs in congested Manhattan. “The new separated bikes lanes in downtown Saskatoon are a real success—lots of cyclists are using them.

We had a limited budget but we did what we could to make them more visible. And I would argue that traffic flow on 4th Avenue has improved since the bike lanes were introduced. “It’s not topography but infrastructure that determines whether people will cycle in winter: you can always layer for the cold, but if the bike lanes aren’t there you don’t bother. Montreal gets more snow each year than any major city in Canada and yet they have bike lanes everywhere. They’ve had to purchase special equipment to clear them in winter but it’s a choice. All we needed was leadership on this issue here.”

LA: “There are many examples from many cities that we can learn from. We’re watching Edmonton closely for how they’re managing infill in their mature neighbourhoods; Minneapolis-St. Paul is a great place to look to for their winter active transportation success, and we’re looking at many other cities for how they’ve done Bus Rapid Transit, such as York Region and the City of London in Ontario.” LS: “There are many good examples of vibrant and interesting neighbourhoods worldwide: Ruzafa-Valencia (Spain), Pera-Istanbul (Turkey) and Coyoacan-Mexico City (Mexico) are great neighbourhoods that I have visited recently. They all exhibit mixed land use, diversity and density. “Canada has many fine examples too: Yaletown in Vancouver, Kensington in Calgary, The Beaches in Toronto, Byward Market in Ottawa and Spring Garden in Halifax to name but a few. There are many others, such as Riversdale and Nutana, here in Saskatoon.”

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The city’s North Downtown Plan calls for building low-rise, mixed-use residential/commercial space, lots of parks, and bike lanes to better connect the neighbourhoods of Caswell Hill (on the left) and City Park (at upper right). (saskatoon.ca)

What significant challenges does the city face in moving towards the 2013–2023 strategic goals? How do we get there from here? AW: “In terms of urban planning,

Saskatoon is now at a crossroads. Growing from a small city to a large city requires both policy and attitudes to shift. “We’re still primarily about cars in Saskatoon. We need to move back to connected grid streets and encourage alternate forms of transportation. It’s not about reducing mobility but providing alternative methods. In the past, transit was an afterthought: the neighbourhood was designed and then transit was brought in and asked to, ‘Make it work.’ “We also need to have destinations and be connected to them. It takes a long time for neighbourhoods to be planned. Stonebridge was annexed in the 1980s but the build out only began in the mid2000s. Challenges? There’s a lack of understanding about costs. We’re highly dependent of fossil fuels and lagging behind on waste reduction. Overall, this requires leadership from the administration on all the above issues.”

LA: “The strategic goals include initiatives that, if we’re going to achieve them, mean there will be change in aspects of how our community is built. We need to find ways to try out some of these different ideas and see if they work for Saskatoon. Community members

who want to see these changes, like more focus on infill development, or better and more active transportation infrastructure, need to help us work through the steps, develop solutions and evaluate how well they work or fit here. Admittedly, perfection isn’t usually achieved the first time, but refining as we go at least gets us started. And, we need to balance these new ideas or projects with ways to respond to the concerns people have about them as well. Balancing those two sides or, in reality, the many sides to these projects is part of the challenge that comes with making change.”

LS: “Looking forward, Saskatoon needs to keep doing what has now taken root in Pleasant Hill, Nutana and Riversdale. We need to continue to focus on density and efficiency through infill projects such as laneway houses, granny flats and secondary suites. “We need to accommodate the car but not allow it to dominate our neighbourhood design. Giving public transit a ‘road priority’ is the next big step for Saskatoon. Dedicated bus lanes, modern transit vehicles and better service will enhance the bus riders’ experience. Until the ‘bus experience’ becomes more pleasant and efficient than the ‘car experience’, nothing will change. “We need to continue to design new neighbourhoods for efficiency and interest, plus support the renewal of existing neighbourhoods. When we start to give public transit first priority, we can start to act like a big city.”

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Meet the Candidates for Mayor* On October 26, voters in Saskatoon go to the polls to elect a new city council, school board and, most importantly, a new mayor. f low did a Q&A with the three people vying for the city’s top job. Here’s what they had to say: Interviews compiled and edited by HenryTye Glazebrook

Don ATCHISON Business person 64

Charlie CLARK Educator 42

Kelley MOORE Urban planner 43

1. In May, SREDA released an economic report card for the City of Saskatoon and downgraded its economic forecast from A to C [“Saskatoon economy downgraded to C: SREDA”, Star Phoenix, 3 May 2016]. What are three things the city needs to do to improve on its performance?

“Saskatoon has had a AAA credit rating from Standard and Poor’s (S&P) for as long as I have been Mayor. In its January report S&P notes, ‘…Saskatoon will continue benefiting from a very strong economy… and very strong budgetary flexibility.’”

“Continue to diversify the economy to be less dependent on commodities, with more emphasis on value-added manufacturing. “Harness the talent to identify opportunities and attract investment in a high-technology, greener economy. “Balance growth, densify the city, improve quality of life–this will attract talent and investment.”

“It’s critical that the City spend within its means. The Standard and Poor’s rating system has identified the debt burden will increase and that the AAA rating could be lowered if the City’s capital expenditures increase. This tells us that now is not the time for more big capital projects. I will focus on ensuring that what we have is working better for us.”

2. Which city departments require the most attention over the next 5-10 years?

“Priorities change over time. First it was fixing a broken police service, then building attainable housing. Today it is building better roads. My vision includes more parks and recreation facilities, and a vibrant downtown and a connected transportation system.”

“Better transit to give people choices about how to move around. “A revamped approach to zoning, approvals, permits and levies to level the playing field and balance growth. “Create innovation teams across departments to find ways to work smarter and provide better, more timely services.”

“There needs to be a focus on improved business productivity and customer service in all areas. We need to see value for our tax money. Transit and parks need additional investment.”

“I played professional hockey and coached for many years. I tried to teach life lessons as well as hockey. I am told I made a difference. Also, with five children and twelve grandchildren you learn consensus building. Kids are great teachers.”

“I would say two: Bringing initially polarized residents, merchants and developers together to develop a common vision that resulted in the Broadway 360 development plan, and working with leaders from the Indigenous community, health region, business, policing and community organizations to establish the Plan to End Homelessness in Saskatoon.”

“I have dedicated my life to community service and engaging people in decisions. One project that produced incredible investment as a result of extensive community engagement was the Pleasant Hill Local Area Plan. I was proud to stand with this community to create a plan that resulted in significant investment to help revitalize the neighbourhood.”

*Before flow went to press, we attempted to contact consultant Devon Hein, who had only just added his name to the ballot. Despite our best efforts to contact Mr. Hein, we could not reach him.

3. What's the best example from your life exemplifying your community spirit/engagement?

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10 Neighbourhoods* from 10 Wards and Still So Much to Say

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It's well-nigh impossible to create a snapshot of the city's diversity and challenges with just a few stats and short paragraphs—but we tried anyway

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Write-ups by HenryTye Glazebrook

NORTH PARK/RICHMOND PARK (Ward 1) Population:

3,032; home ownership: 72%; average walkability score**: 24

The closure of the Shop Easy on 7th Avenue North in late 2015 left these neighbourhoods just north of the downtown in bad need of a proper grocery store. That said, area residents can take pride in calling one of the most liveable areas in Saskatoon home. Spadina Crescent and Warman Road mean easy access to other areas of the city, and the many parks that pepper its boundaries—coupled with river access via the Meewasin Trail—make for plenty of open space to spend time with friends and family. Just don’t forget to keep a toboggan handy in the winter: the hill in Archibald Park is legendary.

KING GEORGE (Ward 2) 2,147; 73%; 60

One of Saskatoon's five so-called core neighbourhoods, King George has a reputation for being rather removed from city life owing to its location in “Alphabet City”—a pejorative term referring to Avenues A–Z on the city’s west side. Despite this, KG is a classic grid neighbourhood getting an influx of young residents moving in to take advantage of its relative quiet, low housing prices, and proximity to Riversdale Pool and the river.

PARKRIDGE (Ward 3) 5,343; 76%; 19

Far off in the western reaches of the city, Parkridge houses one of the city’s largest Filipino communities and a diverse mix of cultures from all over. Confederation Park Mall is just close enough for some residents to provide access to public transit, though Circle Drive and 22nd Street West make this

area feel rather apart from neighbouring areas and, at times, the entire city. The new Blairmore development, including the Shaw Centre, lie just west of here. If you like to bowl, this area has two major bowling centres: Fairhaven Bowl and Rak's Pin House.

MOUNT ROYAL (Ward 4) 4,946; 60%; 68

Though the majority of its residents rely on cars to get around, Mount Royal offers a bevy of options to help ease the commute or stock up on necessities. This older neighbourhood on Saskatoon’s west side provides quick access to Circle Drive and 22nd Street West, with direct routes to the downtown core and beyond. A few local storefronts dot this solidly bluecollar area and help fill in the spaces between all the large parks and other green spaces here.

SILVERWOOD HEIGHTS (Ward 5) 10,937; 78%; 30

The biggest neighbourhood in the city by population and one of its most isolated, Silverwood Heights is sometimes brushed off for its relative closeness to industrial areas and distance from amenities such as Lawson Heights Mall. That said, Silverwood has a robust community association and expansive outdoor recreational spaces (WJL Harvey Park, Silverwood Golf Course, Meewasin Park North) which make next-door neighbours feel even closer and the river valley an extension of some backyards. The completion of the North Commuter Parkway Bridge—slated for completion in 2018—will enhance access to the rest of the city. In the meantime, while it is vital to have a car here, having a comfy pair of walking shoes is too.

*-chosen at random from among all neighbourhoods in each ward

**-based on calculations made by walkscore.com (Saskatoon average: 58/100)

NUTANA (Ward 6) 5,972; 51%; 92

Nutana is one of those ideal neighbourhoods that can feel nearly complete, like a small township resting right in the heart of greater Saskatoon. One of the city’s three founding neighbourhoods, Nutana features the city's oldest high school (Nutana Collegiate), its oldest building (the Marr Residence) and a wealth of character homes. It's also popular due to its ease of access to a wealth of shopping, nightlife and cultural attractions on and off Broadway Avenue. Being adjacent to the river doesn't hurt either. Throw in considerable transit tie-ins, a short walk to both the downtown core and the university, and an active, tightly knit community and it's easy to see why this area is considered idyllic by many.

ADELAIDE/CHURCHILL (Ward 7) 3,683; 88%; 37

Adelaide/Churchill is a post-war area with quiet-life charm. Stretching from Circle Drive in the south to Taylor Street in the north, this neighbourhood teems with bungalow-style housing, backyards and back alleys that are the envy of many a Saskatonian, and yet for many residents some things could improve. Outside of a strip mall at Clarence Avenue and Taylor, there are few amenities; most people need a car to get around as bus connections are limited; and, few schools in the area makes it less attractive for young families.

COLLEGE PARK (Ward 8) 5,642; 61%; 61

With its borders carved out by 8th Street East (south), Circle Drive (west), College Drive (north) and McKercher Drive (east), this centrally located patch of suburbia feels like a direct-

access hub to the rest of the city. Add in the massive Dr. Gerhard Herzberg Park at its centre and College Park transforms into a highly livable slice of Saskatoon. A diverse neighbourhood but lacking major commercial destinations outside of 8th Street, it helps to have a car here, though bus routes to the U of S help connect area residents to everywhere else.

LAKERIDGE (Ward 9) 4,078; 98%; 45

The classic suburban development, Lakeridge is family living first-andforemost. With two elementary schools, several large parks and a very strong community association, this area was designed and built for those seeking safe, quiet suburban life. Transit connections not so much. Though the nearby Rosewood development finally means grocery options that are closer than 8th Street, it's impossible to live here without a car. And while walking beyond Lakeridge’s boundaries confounds many, internally it's the kind of place where kids grow up wandering over to their friends’ houses, or the Lakewood Civic Centre and Cliff Wright Branch Library, with relative ease.

EVERGREEN (Ward 10) 3,283; no data; 10

As it is still quite new, Evergreen has yet to really take on the character that was intended for it. Tucked well into the northeastern reaches of the city, Evergreen remains all but unreachable using transit at present, although shopping at Erindale Centre is technically close enough to consider hoofing it for groceries. While there are plans for mixed commercial and residential spaces to bring amenities closer for those without a vehicle, time will tell if Evergreen can live up to its own potential as it matures and connections to the rest of the city take shape.

Population and home ownership figures taken from City of Saskatoon Neighbourhood Profiles—2015. All attempts have been made to ensure 100% accuracy.

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feature City council candidates

Meet the People Who Want Your Vote Municipal elections matter because the people you elect make a lot of decisions that influence how the city works and affect our daily lives. In a global competition to attract talent, the decisions made by the next council could help or hurt our city for a decade, so let’s get this right. Text by Jordon Cooper @JordonCooper *Denotes incumbent

WARD 1

Tyrell ALEXANDER Student @Tyrell_Alexande Wes CAMERON Journeyperson carpenter wescameron.ca Darren HILL* President/CEO darrenhill.ca Jeff WORTMAN Heavy equipment operator Fb: jeff.wortman.31

WARD 2

Robert GODFREY Courier driver

Hilary GOUGH Non-profit manager hilaryyxe.com Vernon J. LINKLATER Family violence worker Fb: linklatervj Pat LORJE* Consultant patlorje.ca Kelly PARKER Music producer/ business owner turtleislandmusic.com Mark ZIELKE Business owner markzward2.com

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The incumbent won one of the closest races in city history in 2012. This year she faces off against a political newcomer.

Ann IWANCHUK* Negotiator Fb: AnnIwanchuk

Mark MILLS Business owner markmills.ca

WARD 4

Troy DAVIES* Advanced care paramedic troydavies.ca

Tobi LOOPKEY Technician tobiloopkey.com

WARD 5

Randy DONAUER* Business owner donauer.ca

The high profile incumbent is up against a relative outsider chasing blue collar support.

Paul MIAZGA Small business owner paulmiazga.ca

Can't make it to vote on Oct. 26? Advance polling at City Hall (222 3rd Ave. N): • Saturday, Oct. 15, 10am-5pm • Mon-Fri, Oct. 17-21, 11am-6pm • Saturday, Oct. 22, 10am-5pm

WARD 6

Cynthia BLOCK Journalist/entrepreneur cynthiablockward6.com Howard FULLFORD Retired postal worker Mike McKAGUE Financial advisor mikemckague.ca Mark PREBBLE Realtor

WARD 7

WARD 8

In the race to replace Eric Olauson who departed in April after he won his seat in the Legislature, only two have thrown their name into the ring. Considering this is an open seat, it’s rare to see so few candidates. Greystone Heights | Brevoort Park | College Park | College Park East | Briarwood | Brighton | Holmwood Development Area

WARD 9

This race is interesting with four candidates having ties to the Saskatchewan Party. In some ways it seems more like a party nomination fight than it does a council election. The difference here is you don’t have to buy a party membership. South Cental Nutana | Lakewood | Lakeview | Wildwood | Lakeridge | Rosewood

David COOK Electrician

Bev DUBOIS Business person bevdubois.com Thomas HRYNUIK Financial administrator thomashrynuik.ca

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Jeff JACKSON Small business owner jeffjackson2016.ca

Ian RAMBALLY Area sales manager ianrambally.ca

Roxanne KAMINSKI Commercial manager roxannekaminski.ca

Josie STEEVES Small business owner josiesteeves.ca

Aaron KERNAGHAN Student

Troy WRUCK Director of marketing & sales troywruck.com

Robin MOWAT Investigator robinmowat.ca

Monique KOSKIE Service technician/ business owner @MoniqueKoskie Mairin LOEWEN* Community development worker mairinloewen.ca

Evan DRISNER Division manager evandrisner.com

Sarina GERSHER GIS analyst sarinagersher.ca

Fb: aaron.kernaghan.7

WARD 10

The holder of this council seat has been campaigning for re-election since he won it in 2012 and has been the most active councillor in recent memory. Of course that doesn’t mean he is acclaimed and a young politico is challenging him.

Zach JEFFRIES* Businessperson zachjeffries.ca Mattea MERTA Administrator @MertaWard10

Election Day is

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food+drink Finding My Inner Locavore

The seasonal and locally sourced Market Greek Salad at Prairie Harvest Café accompanied by a glass of Living Sky Winery Rhubarb wine.

Blissful Fall Flavours & Colours With seasonal foods sourced locally, Chef Lynn Smart puts her own accent on a classic idea Text by Paul Miazga Photo by Patricio del Rio Born and raised in the tranquil, unhurried lake country of North Bay, Ontario, Bliss Fine Food Executive Chef Lynn Smart has spent a good deal of her life in the outdoors. It’s fair to say she’s done her fair share of gardening in this life. And blueberry picking. And mushroom foraging. And shopping at local farmers’ markets like the one here in Saskatoon which she loves, adding that it’s where she gets most of the produce she uses at the restaurant. Under new ownership for a year now, Bliss Fine Food retains its focus on local produce and artful cuisine. The only difference now is that Smart does all the shopping and baking in addition to her cooking duties. It’s a lot to have on one’s plate, but she handles it well--much like her artful plating of cranberry and cream cheese-stuffed chicken with sides of various root vegetables and tender squashes. When I tried this dish at home, I used sour cherries that I picked locally and used them in place of the cranberries. Be sure to add sugar to the sour cherries or the chicken will turn out rather more sour instead of sweet and savoury. I would add at least 1 tsp of sugar to the cherries. As for the glaze, I made the mistake of not finely chopping the shallots enough, nor of reducing the orange juice-brandy mixture quite enough to make it thick and syrupy as Lynn’s was. For the sides, Lynn loves gardenfresh spaghetti squash, striped beets, sweet carrots and dainty pattypan squashes, which she steams rather than sauteeing in butter. Yum!

Cranberry & Cream Cheese-stuffed Chicken with Orange Glaze (serves 4) 4 chicken breasts, 150g each (SaskMade Marketplace, 1621 8th St. E) 250g (1 cup) cream cheese (Dad’s Organic Market, 1820 8th St. E) 125g (1/2 cup) whole cranberries, warmed through (Steep Hill Food Co-op, 730 Broadway Ave.) 0.5ml (1/8 tsp) ground cinnamon (Steep Hill Food Co-op) 0.5ml (1/8 tsp) salt & pepper

For the glaze 500ml (2 cups) orange juice 50ml (1oz) brandy or Seabuckthorn & Wildflower Honey liqueur (Saskatoon Farmers’ Market, 414 Ave. B S) 2 med. shallots, finely chopped (SFM) 1 tsp each brown sugar (Dad’s Organic), butter (Steep Hill Food Co-op) and cider vinegar (SaskMade Marketplace)

Directions Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Flatten the chicken with a wooden mallet until 6–7mm (1/4”) thick then season with salt and pepper. Set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cranberries and cinnamon. Divide into four portions (or into as many as you have chicken breasts). Spoon mixture down the centre of each filet, roll and secure in place with two tooth picks. Bring orange juice to a boil over high heat and reduce by half. In a separate pan, braise shallots in

the butter, sugar and vinegar until transparent (about 3–5 min.) then add the brandy and reduced orange juice. Bring back to a boil and simmer another 3–5 min. until thickened. Place chicken seam-side down on a greased 28cm x 38cm (11” x 15”) baking sheet, bake for 30–35 min. or until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat reaches 80C (175F). Discard the toothpicks and serve chicken topped with orange glaze.

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food+drink Hand-crafted quality.

Made fresh daily. The beet-infused Beetnik, at right, in 6Twelve Lounge (Dave Clapson) Text by HenryTye Glazebrook

Local Mixology 101 Bartenders and bar owners in Saskatoon know a thing or two about infusing spirits and making cocktails found nowhere else Though the seven liquor infusions on display at Calories are traditionally reserved to be sipped unmixed as a before-dinner aperitif, the staff is Habanero & garlic-infused vodka Even if you like your food served with a little ex- happy to whip something up for special requests. tra fire, don’t order this witch’s brew unless you’re This on-the-fly concoction, which blends the bold citrus of limoncello with the tender sweetcomfortable with anything less than an inferno. The Spicy Bloody Mary is a deal with the Devil, as ness of Saskatoon berry liqueur, starts strong and inventive and pleasurable as it is deviously twisted. finishes smooth. The tart lemon may snap you to attention at first, but the delicate balance of the Originally served with two shots of MGG’s own mouth-watering, tear-inducing habanero-and-garlic berry prevents any sourness from settling in. The infusion, co-owner and bartender Suzanne Tingey scarlet cocktail is everything you could want in a specialty martini: daring, sophisticated and worth opted to dilute it with run-of-the-mill vodka after another round. customers told them the heat was nigh undrinkable. Whether you’re daring of heart or simply 6TWELVE LOUNGE (612 Spadina Cres. E; accepting a dare, be warned: this Bloody Mary has in the Sheraton Cavalier Hotel) enough viscera and gore for a full horror show. Crazy Mary, Beetnik Bacon- & beet-infused vodkas AYDEN KITCHEN & BAR (265 3rd Ave. S) Don’t let the skewer of antipasto samplings on T&G the Crazy Mary distract you: this take on a traKaffir lime leaf-infused gin ditional Caesar is much more than a light appeA new twist on an old standby, the T&G at Ayden is barkeep Christopher Cho’s intriguing take tizer. The bacon-infused vodka doesn’t overtake on the classic gin and tonic. If the piney flavours of the cocktail but instead lends a subtle flavour traditional gin are too much for your tastebuds, the that mingles perfectly with the added splash of kaffir lime leaf infusion used here may be just what bourbon to create a southern take on a northern you’re looking for. This citrusy addition tones down favourite. Expect a drink that’s a touch spicy—as any good Caesar should be—but doesn’t overthe evergreen notes and reveals a more robust flavour profile that’s cool, crisp and very refreshing. load on heat; instead, its smoked pepper taste calls to mind the best smokehouse barbecue. You’ll wish you could take one to go. For a twist on the martini, try the Beetnik, CALORIES (721 Broadway Ave.) which is prepared with the bar’s own beetLemonBerry Martini infused vodka, with just a hint of dill. It’s like Limoncello & Saskatoon berry infusions borscht in a glass, but better.

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FUSION/GASTRO The Brasserie 226 2nd Ave. S; on Facebook. Not

your typical brasserie (wine on tap, not beer), but an artful, child-friendly space with crepes and an eclectic menu. Open Sun-Thu 8am-11pm, Fri-Sat 8am-1am. $$ The Grazing Goat 208 20th St. W; grazinggoatgoodeats.com. An open, woodsy industrial space serving varied nosh and local craft beers. Open Mon–Sat 11am–2pm, 5–10pm. $$ The Hollows 334 Ave. C S; thehollows.ca. A renowned Riversdale eatery using locally sourced ingredients in every delightful dish. Open Wed–Sat 5:30–10pm, Sat–Sun 11am–2pm. $$$ Leyda’s Restaurant 112 20th St. W; leydas.ca. Gluten- and nut-free, organic whole foods, and a Spanish accent on health-positive dishes. Mid-week dining specials too. Open Tue–Sat 11am–10pm. $$ Prairie Harvest Café 2917 Early Dr.; prairieharvestcafe. com. Head Chef Mike McKeown uses local, in-season produce and is recognized on Canada’s food scene. Open Tue–Sat 5–9pm, Sat–Sun 10am–2pm. $$ Truffles Bistro 230 21st St. E; trufflesbistro.ca. Parisian charm, tasty brunches and a three-course Table d’hôte at this beloved eatery. Open Mon–Sat from 5pm; Sat 10am–2:30pm, Sun 10am–2pm. $$$ Vista Lounge 339 Ave. A S; driftcafe.ca. This airy, upstairs bar with roll-top windows has a tapas menu, drinks and a rooftop patio. Open Wed–Thu 4–10pm; Fri–Sat 4pm-midnight; Sat–Sun brunch 10am–2pm. $$

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SOUTH ASIAN

Agneethi 325 Ave. C S. Lunch and supper buffets or

order off the menu for special Punjabi dishes. Open Wed-Sun 11am–10pm, Tue noon–9pm. $$ Mogul Divaan 2115 22nd St. W; moguldivaan.com. Lovely Pakistani fare made fresh daily. Open Tue–Sat 11:30am–10pm, Sun 11:30am–9pm. $ Samosa King 106-3120 8th St. E; thesamosaking. ca. South Indian fast food (dosas, samosas,...). Open Mon–Tue, Sat 9:30am–6pm, Wed–Fri 9:30am–9pm, Sun noon–5pm. $ Spicy Bite 113 3rd Ave. S; myspicybite.com. Indian buffets for lunch or supper downtown in the Drinkle Building. Open daily 11am–10pm. $$

VIETNAMESE, THAI,... Asian Hut 320 Ave. C S. The best pho soup in town and daily lunch deals at this gem in Riversdale. Open Mon–Fri 11am–2pm, 5–9pm, Sat–Sun 11am–9pm. $ Golden Pagoda 411 2nd Ave. N; Goldenpagoda.ca. Try the green tea salad or coconut chicken soup. Open Mon–Fri 11am–2pm, Mon–Sat 5–9pm. $$ Keo’s 1013 Broadway Ave. Lao, Cambodian and Thai mainstays in one locale. Open Sun–Mon 4:30–10pm, Tue–Sat 11am–2pm, 4:30–9pm. $$ Nutana Café 806 Broadway Ave.; nutanacafesaskatoon. com. Noodle bowls, spring rolls and more for cheap. Open Tue–Sat 11am–8:30pm, Sun–Mon 11am–7:30pm. $ Saskatoon Asian 136 2nd Ave. S. Pan-Asian cuisine in a sunny upstairs dining room. Open MonSat 11am–2:30pm, 4:30–9pm. $$ Spicy Garden 2105 8th St. E; spicygarden.ca. Cheap daily lunch specials in a busy strip mall. Open Sun, Tue–Thu 11am–8pm, Fri–Sat 11am–9pm. $

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Can We Legislate Healthy Eating?

Finland, France and Mexico tax artificially sweetened drinks. Norway taxes chocolate and sweets. The Mayor of Turin, Italy, is promoting a vegetarian/vegan diet. The long-serving President of Uruguay, Jose Mujica, is a vegetarian. Healthy food and a sustainable economy? They go hand-in-hand.

Combating obesity In 2013, 42 million infants and young children worldwide were overweight or obese. Cities and countries around the world are taking note and trying to promote a low-sugar diet by taxing sugar. But can it work? A reduction in the number of smokers in Canada appears to be linked to the introduction of a tax on tobacco products. But the impact hasn’t been evenly distributed: individuals with a lower income who smoke are hardest hit by the

tax on tobacco products and only a very small percentage has stopped smoking. The greatest change has been among people with a higher income and more education. So is education part of the answer? In the United Kingdom, the government promised to take strong measures to address childhood obesity. In addition to a sugar tax, recent plans have included restricting television ads and supermarket promotions of junk food. The legislation that has now been introduced in the British parliament, rather than forming part of a well-rounded policy that addresses hidden sugars and fats, junk food advertising, healthy eating habits and so on, takes the pressure off industry by focusing on what amounts to a tax on sugary pop.

Sacred cows A recent United Nations report

There are things we can do to combat obesity

Text by Penny McKinlay emphasizes that a diet high in meat and dairy products is unsustainable while a vegetable-focused diet is necessary in order to address world hunger, poverty and the worsts impacts of climate change. But eating meat is deeply ingrained in our culture and way of life; habits won’t be altered overnight. Despite the public outcry, Turin Mayor Chiara Appendino is not legislating dietary changes. Instead, the emphasis of her administration is on public education; in her words, “teaching children how to eat well while protecting the earth and animal rights.” A more proactive approach has been taken in Ghent, Belgium, where every Thursday since 2009 in the city has been Veggie Day: meatless meals are served in schools and municipal offices, and restaurants are encouraged to include a vegetarian option on their menus for

that day if they otherwise wouldn’t. Meatless Monday, which encourages eating a vegetarian meal one day a week, has an active following in 36 countries. Mark Bittman, an American food writer, proposes a vegetarian diet during the day, with animal proteins for supper. Can we force people to change their diet? No. But municipalities and countries can play a vital role in encouraging their citizens to eat a healthier, more sustainable diet by ensuring the availability of healthy food, regulating junk food advertising and promotions, and supporting restaurants and businesses that provide healthy food options. Penny McKinlay is a freelance communications specialist. She writes about food (wanderlustandwords.blogspot.ca) and the environment (ecofriendlysask.ca).

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CAFÉS, LOUNGES & RESTAURANTS

THE BROADWAY THEATRE

St. Tropez Bistro Taverna Truffles Bistro Winston’s English Pub

SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARIES

Park Café Seoul Thrive Juice Co The Underground Café

SASKATOON FARMERS’ MARKET

CLOTHIERS

Better Off Duds Downtown Brainsport 2nd Avenue Grill Broadway Shoe Repair 6Twelve Lounge 8th Street East The Dress Broadway Afghan Kabob & Donair Amigo’s Cantina Broadway Roastery on 8th Durand’s Fine Footwear Earth Bound Bakery & Deli Era Style Loft Bell ‘n’ Whistle Bliss Fine Food Griffin Takeaway Bon Temps Café Escape Sports Broadway Café Milestones The Capitol Music Club Broadway Roastery Foster’s Shoes Montana’s Congress Beer House Frakas Christie’s Il Secondo Red Lobster Cut Casual Steak & Tap Hats & That d’Lish by Tish Café Saboroso Ding Dong Jules & Lace Keo’s Slavianka Golden Pagoda La Vie Lente Boutique Las Palapas Resort Grill Yip Hong’s Dim Sum Good Earth Coffee Co. Manhattan Casuals Museo Coffee Grandma Lee’s* Momentum Other Nino’s Restaurant Olson + Burke Honey Bun Café Booster Juice* Nosh Eatery & Tap Outter Limits The Ivy Dining & Lounge Cesar’s Cakes & Café Sushiro The Sandbox in the City Karma Conscious Café City Perks Coffeehouse The Yard & Flagon Spank Mystic Java Earl’s/Bacchus Lounge Riversdale Swank Shoe Lounge Nisen EE Burritos 9 Mile Legacy Brewing Co. Il Salici (The Willows) Tonic O’Shea’s Irish Pub Asian Hut Otowa Jerry’s Burgers & Ice Cream Tryst Boutique Two Fifty Two Boutique Collective Coffee The Rook & Raven Konga Café Genesis Royal Thai Manhattan Gastropub CULTURAL VENUES The Grazing Goat Mr. Sub* The Saskatoon Club aka gallery The Hollows Prairie Harvest Café Saskatoon Asian Art Placement Gallery Leyda’s Café Prairie Sun Brewery Affinity Gallery Saskatoon Brasserie Little Bird Patisserie La Troupe du Jour Starbucks* Saskatoon Station Place Meewasin Valley Centre Subway* Mandarin Restaurant Spadina Freehouse Persephone Theatre Tastebuds Mardi Gras Grill Spicy Bite

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HOTELS & INNS

Best Western locations Comfort Inn & Suites Delta Bessborough Hotel Four Points Sheraton Hampton Inn The Hilton Garden Inn Holiday Inn locations The Hotel Senator The James Hotel Marriott Courtyard The Park Town Hotel The Radisson Hotel The Ramada Hotel Riviera Motor Inn The Sandman Hotel The Saskatoon Inn The Sheraton Cavalier Super 8 Motel locations The Travelodge

SPAS, SALONS & GYMS Alchemy Clothing*Salon Damara Day Spa Edgewater Spa

Enigma Salon Ethos SalonSpa Lavish Hair Boutique Paramount Day Spa Revamp Salon Riverstone Massage Therapy Soul Salons Sunsera Salon locations* Visions Salon & Spa Goodlife Fitness Motion Fitness locations YMCA, YWCA

SPECIALTY RETAILERS Anthology/Blossoms Area Home Churchill’s British Imports Co-op Liquor Dad’s Organic Market Eastern Market Garden Architecture & Design Handmade House Indigo Books Ingredients Artisan Market LB Distillers McQuarries Tea & Coffee McNally Robinson Paddock Wood Brewery Ten Thousand Villages Turning the Tide *-select locations

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CHINESE

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Mandarin Restaurant 245 20th St. W. One of

Afghan Kabob & Donair 3-100 2nd Ave. S; on

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Facebook. The full menu is worth the wait, the kebabs are delicious and they also have regular hookah pipe nights. Open Mon–Sat 11am–10pm. $ Bon Temps Café 223 2nd Ave. S; bontempscafe.ca. Seafood creole, chicken and sausage Jambalaya, big crawfish boils, bartenders slinging cocktails and regular live music. Open daily 11am–9pm. $$ Cesar’s Cakes & Café 11-3000 Diefenbaker Dr.; on Facebook. Filipino kare kare (peanut stew w/ beef), tokwat baboy (steamed pork and fried tofu) and more. Open Tue–Sat 8am–8pm, Sun 8am–5pm. $ Katmu Soup & Café 1002 22nd St. W; katmusoupandcafe.com. Just the city’s third Filipino resto, this one focussing on traditional lunches and other fast street foods. Open Tue–Sun 11am–9pm. $ Konga Café 204 Ave. H N; kongacafe.com. It’s the place to go for classic Jamaican jerk or curried chicken (or goat). Yeah, mon! Open Tue–Thu 4–9pm, Fri–Sat 11am–11pm. $ Mardi Gras Grill 239 Idylwyld Dr. S; mardi-grasgrill.com. Gator po-boys, frog legs, blackened catfish, southern-style grits and heaps more. Open Tue–Wed noon–8:30pm, Thu–Fri noon–10pm, Sat 10am–10pm. $$ Saba’s African Cuisine 901 22nd St. W. Use the bread, called injera, and with your hands scoop up spicy servings of delicious Ethiopian/Eritrean food. Open Tue–Sun 4:30–10:30pm. $$ Pars 8-3311 8th St. E. The city’s only Persian restaurant makes up for what it lacks in charm with delicious kebabs, vaziri, bakhtiari, stews and more. Open Tue–Sat 10am–8pm, Sun 10am–4pm. $ Wanuskewin Restaurant RR 4, Penner Road; wanuskewin.com. Enjoy “First Nations cuisine with a modern flair,” such as Rabbit Pot Pie, vegan 3 Sisters Chili and more. Open daily 9am–4:30pm. $

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JAPANESE, KOREAN

Café Japa Bowl 821 Broadway Ave.; japabowl.com.

Creative noodle bowls in Japanese and Korean styles. Open daily 11am–4pm (lunch), plus Sun–Tue 5–9pm, Wed–Sat 5pm–midnight (supper). $$ Samurai 601 Spadina Cres. E (in the Bessborough Hotel). Japanese teppan yaki (grilling on stainless steel) with all the fire and flair. Open daily 5–10pm. $$$ Sushiro 737B 10th St. E; sushiro.com. Broadway’s best sushi and eclectic Japanese nosh. Reservations recommended. Open Mon–Sat 5pm–midnight. $$$ Seoul 334 20th St. W; seoulsaskatoon.com. Use the iPad menus to order kimchee, bibimbap and table-top barbecued meats. Quick service and free appetizers. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $$

LATIN AMERICAN EE Burritos 5-705 Central Ave.; eeburritos.com.

EUROPEAN

Aroma 405 20th St. E (in the Radisson Hotel).

the city’s tried-and-true places for dim sum. Order ahead for their Peking Duck or sample their fresh seafood. Open Thu–Tue 11am–8pm. $$ Odd Couple 228 20th St. W; oddcouple.ca. Try the suggested wine pairings to go with the pan-Asian cuisine at this hip spot in Riversdale. Open Mon–Thu 11:30am–2pm, 4:30–11pm, Fri–Sat 11:30am–11pm. $$ Szechuan Kitchen 835 Broadway Ave.; szechuankitchen. ca. A busy Broadway area eatery serving up fan favourites. Open Sun–Thu 11am–9:30pm, Fri–Sat 11am–10:30pm. $$ Tsui King Lao 208 Ave. H N. Lots of seafood, plus Peking Duck, spicy ginger beef and vegetarian mains. Open Tue–Sat 11am–9:30pm, Sun 11am–9pm. $ Yip Hong’s Dim Sum 40-1505 8th St. E; yiphongssaskatoon.com. Arrive early on weekends for dim sum; their’s is the best in town. Open Mon, Wed–Sat 11am–10pm, Sat 10am–10pm, Sun 10am–9pm. $$

Wood oven-fired pizzas, Mediterranean-inspired dishes, plus vegan and gluten-free options. Open daily 6:30am–2pm, 4:30–10pm. $$ German Cultural Club 160 Cartwright St.; saskatoongermanculturalcentre.ca. Schnitzel, sausages, struedel and German draught beers. Open Tue–Sat 11am–9pm; Sun 11am–2pm. $$ Little Grouse on the Prairie 167 3rd Ave. S; littlegrouse.com. Antipasti, squid ink taglierini, game meats and wine pairings on their price fixe menu. Open Tue–Sun 5:30–11pm. $$$ Primal 423 20th St. W; primalpasta.ca. Experienced local chefs Christie Peters and Kyle Michaels (of The Hollows fame) serve fresh pasta and more in this dark, earthy space. Open Wed–Sat 5pm–10pm. $$$ Taverna 219 21st St. E; on Facebook. This downtown staple for Italian dining has been around for decades (and Oprah dined here in 2015). Open Mon–Fri 11am–10pm, Sat–Sun 5–10pm. $$$ Touch of Ukraine 2401D 22nd St. W. Get your fill of Ukrainian standards at the buffet table. Open Wed–Fri 11:45am–2pm, 4:30–7:30pm. $ Upstairs Fondue 613 8th St. E; ufondue.ca. The only place in the city serving this Swiss treat. Choose from cheese, oil and chocolate, or do all three. Open Tue–Thu 5–8pm, Fri–Sat 4–9:30pm, Sun 5–7:30pm. $$$

Friday night salsa dance parties, pupusas, flautas and the whole enchilada. Open Mon–Thu 11am–8:30pm, Fri 10am–midnight, Sat 11am–9pm. $$ La Bamba Café 3-1025 Boychuk Dr.; labambarestaurant.ca. It’s fresh, authentic and a true taste of Mexico. Open Sun–Thu 4–8pm, Fri–Sat 11:45am–8:30pm. $$ La Taqueria Mexicana 414 Ave. B S; on Facebook. Nearly 20 types of soft-shell tacos to choose from. Open Tue–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat 8am–2pm, Sun 10am–3pm. $ Saboroso 40-2600 8th St. E; saboroso.ca. AYCE beef, chicken and more roasted on the rodizio. Open Mon–Thu from 4:30pm, Fri–Sat from 4pm, Sun 10:30am–2pm. $$

VEGETARIAN Karma Conscious Café & Eatery 2-157 2nd Ave.

N. A downtown coffee shop with a lunch menu that mixes Mediterranean, Indian and other influences in naanwiches, soups, stews and more. Open Mon–Fri 7:30am–5pm, Sat 10am–10pm, Sun 10am–3pm. $$ Nosh Eatery & Tap 820 Broadway Ave.; nosheateryandtap.com. Artful vegetarian meals that are tasty and yet satisfy one’s daily nutritional needs. Open Mon–Sat 11am–11pm, Sun noon–11pm. $$ Thrive Juice Bar 137 20th St. W; thrivejuiceco. com. Fresh, cold-pressed juices, super-food smoothies, salads and it’s all organic. Open Mon–Tue 8am–6pm, Wed–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–6pm, Sun 10am–4pm. $$

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local attractions 00 Accommodations 1. Best Western Blairmore (map 1, H2; 306 Shillington Cres., 306-242-2299) 2. Best Western Royal Hotel (map 1, E6; 1715 Idylwyld Dr. N, 306-244-5552) 3. Colonial Square Inn & Suites (map 1, I8; 1-1301 8th St. E, 306-343-1676) 4. Comfort Inn (D7; 2155 Northridge Dr., 306-934-1122) 5. Comfort Suites Saskatoon (map 1, A5; 203 Bill Hunter Ave. 306-955-6565) 6. Confederation Inn (H3; 3330 Fairlight Dr., 306-384-2882) 7. Country Inn & Suites (D6; 617 Cynthia St., 306-934-3900) 8. Days Inn Saskatoon (map 1, E7; 2000 Idylwyld Dr. N, 306-242-3297) 9. Four Points Sheraton Hotel (map 1, K8; 103 Stonebridge Blvd., 306-933-9889) 10. Heritage Inn (E5; 102 Cardinal Cres., 306-665-8121) 11. Marriott Courtyard Saskatoon Airport (map 1, E5; 333 Aerogreen Cres., 306-986-4993) 12. Motel 6 Saskatoon (A5; 231 Marquis Dr., 306-665-6688) 13. Northgate Motor Inn (map 1, G7; 706 Idylwyld Dr. N) 14. Northwoods Inn & Suites (map 1, G7; 610 Idylwyld Dr. N, 306-244-2901) 15. Ramada Hotel (F7; 806 Idylwyld Dr. N, 306-665-6500) 16. Riviera Motor Inn (E6; 2001 Ave. B N, 306-242-7272) 17. Sandman Hotel Saskatoon (map 1, D6; 310 Circle Dr. W, 306-477-4844) 18. Saskatoon Inn Hotel (map 1, E6; 2002 Airport Dr., 306-242-1440) 19. Super 8 Saskatoon (D7; 706 Circle Dr. E, 306-384-8989) 20. Super 8 Saskatoon West (map 1, G5; 1414 22nd St. W, 306-974-2900) 21. Thriftlodge Saskatoon (map 1, E6; 1825 Idylwyld Dr. N, 306-244-2191) 22. Travelodge Hotel Saskatoon (map 1, D6; 106 Circle Dr. W, 306-242-8881) 23. Westgate Motor Inn (map 1, H5; 2501 22nd St. W) 24. Refresh Inn & Suites (H8; 1220 College Dr., 306-934-5555) 25. Hampton Inn (K8; 105 Stonebridge Blvd., 306-665-9898) 26. MainStay Suites (E5; 317 Aerogreen Cres., 306-933-2622) 27. Hampton Inn & Suites (map 1, E5; 110 Gateway Blvd., 306-933-1010)

28. Home Inn & Suites (map 1, K9; 253 Willis Cres., 306-657-4663) 29. Best Western Plus East Side (map 1, I10; 3331 8th St. E, 306-986-2400)

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(map 2, E6; 601 Spadina Cres. E, 306-244-5521)

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(map 2, C4; 90 22nd St. E, 306-244-2311)

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(map 2, C3; 101 Pacific Ave., 306-986-5000)

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(map 2, D4; 315 Idylwyld Dr. N, 306-384-8844)

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(map 2, E7; 620 Spadina Cres. E, 306-244-6446) 6. Obasa Suites* (3 locations; map 2, B4, B6; map 3, B2; 1-877-996-2272)

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(B7; map 2, 924 Spadina Cres. E, 1-800-667-3999)

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Bessborough Hotel and Gardens Saskatoon’s “Castle on the River,” the “Bess” is arguably the city’s most photographed landmark, intentionally designed by Montreal architects Archibald and Schofield to resemble a Bavarian castle. Built by the CNR, it was completed in 1932. 601 Spadina Cres. E, 306-244-5521. Canadian Light Source Synchrotron A football field-sized research facility for light optics, particle acceleration and more that is also one of the largest laboratories in Canada. Guided tours (Mon, Tue, Thu) allow the public to see how extremely bright light is used to peer inside matter. 44 Innovation Blvd. (U of S campus), 306-657-3500; lightsource.ca. Civic Conservatory Completed in 1964, this glass and concrete structure is home to plants from tropical, desert, temperate and other climates. Catch the blooming cycles of various plants year-round in this heated oasis near the city centre. Open daily 10am–5pm. 950 Spadina Cres. E; saskatoon.ca/parksrecreation-attractions. Dakota Dunes Casino The lone casino serving Saskatoon features slot machines, Texas Hold’Em poker, Blackjack, Roulette, a restaurant and regular live events. Check their online schedule for free regular shuttle service from pick-up points city-wide (including Market Mall and Lawson Heights Mall). 204 Dakota Dunes Way (20 min. south on Hwy 219), 306-667-6400; dakotadunescasino.com Diefenbaker Canada Centre The only combined Prime Ministerial archives, museum and research centre in Canada features cultural, educational and historical collections from the life and times of 13th Prime Minister, John G. Diefenbaker. Free admission. Open Mon–Fri 9am–4:30pm. 101 Diefenbaker Pl. (U of S campus), 306-966-8384; usask.ca/diefenbaker Forestry Farm Park and Saskatoon Zoo Open yearround, this designated National Historic Site is home to indigenous plants and animals, plus exotic creatures from similar climates. Call for tours of the former Superintendent’s Residence and grounds (306-2491315). Open daily 10am–8pm. Off Attridge Dr., 306975-3382; saskatoon.ca/parks-recreation-attractions. Kiwanis Park Found along Spadina Crescent East, the city’s most scenic park sprawls along the South Saskatchewan River and pays tribute to the city’s war veterans. The Vimy Memorial bandshell, south of the Bessborough, honours those who served in WWI. A fountain along the river remembers those who died in WWII. The park also features statues of noteworthy Saskatonians Denny Carr and Ray Hnatyshyn. Knox United Church A designated municipal heritage building, this two-storey, dark red brick building finished in 1914 boasts beautiful stained-glass windows and acoustics that make it a regular venue for many musical performances. Its congregation began as part of the Saskatoon Prebyterian Mission Field in 1885 following the Northwest Rebellion. 838 Spadina Cres. E, 306-244-0159. The Marr Residence This is the oldest house in Saskatoon on its original foundation. Built in 1884 by Alexander (Sandy) Marr, the home was used as a field hospital during the 1885 North-West Resistance. The Marr is a heritage site and supposedly haunted. It is open for special events on long weekends during the summer. 326 11th St. E, 306-652-1201; themarr.ca. Musée Ukraine Museum This museum showcases the history of the Ukrainian Catholic Church as expressed by more than 20,000 artifacts collected from generations of Ukrainian settlers to Canada. The building, still under construction, is also home to the formal archives of the Ukrainian Catholic

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Royal Canadian Legion Museum Hidden

away in Eastview neighbourhood is the city’s small wartime museum, with minutely detailed dioramas of D-Day and other battles. Veterans and their families have donated combat uniforms, hats (pictured), war medallions, flags and more to this poignant space. Open Thursdays 9am–2pm or by appointment; call 306-374-6303. Entry by donation. 3021 Louise St. (map 1, J10); nutanalegion.ca. Archives in Saskatchewan. Admission is free, though donations are welcome. 222 20th St. W, 306-244-4212; mumsaskatoon.com. St. John’s Anglican Cathedral Saskatoon’s first Anglican cathedral incorporates brick, Tyndall stone and terra cotta in an unornamented neo-Gothic style. Completed in 1917, the cornerstone was laid in 1912 by then Governor General Prince Arthur, the Duke of Connaught. 816 Spadina Cres. E. Saskatoon Farmers’ Market Dozens of vendors selling farm-fresh produce, eggs, meat, fish, bread, preserves and more. Open Tue–Fri 10am–5pm; market days Wed (10am–3pm), Sat (8am–2pm) and Sun (10am–3pm). 414 Ave. B S; saskatoonfarmersmarket.com. U of S Observatory The observatory facilities (telescopes, other scientific equipment) at the U of S are available for use by both students and visitors alike, with the facility staffed year-round on Saturday nights for public viewing. Call to book a guided tour (306-9666393). Free admission. Open Saturdays in October and November 7:30–9:30pm; physics.usask.ca/observatory. Ukrainian Museum of Canada Dedicated to the Ukrainian settlers who contributed in large measure to the settlement of the prairies. The museum, which also features an art gallery and gift shop, has one of the largest collections of handwoven textiles in the country. Open Tue–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 1–5pm. 910 Spadina Cres. E; umc.sk.ca. Wanuskewin Heritage Park The Northern Plains Cree used this site (pronounced Wah-nus-KAY-win; “living in harmony”) for thousands of years as a gathering and hunting place. Trails rich in history wind over more than 6km of parkland, plus art galleries, a theatre, café serving First Nations cuisine and gift shop. Adults $8.50/children $4. Check out their “Heritage Series” Indigenous artists’ workshops on select Saturdays during the winter. Open Mon–Sat 9am–4:30pm. 5km north on Wanuskewin Road; wanuskewin.com. Western Development Museum Go back in time with a visit to 1910 Boomtown. More than 30 buildings— with a general store, blacksmith shop and jail—recreate the scene of a typical prairie town in the early 20th century. One of four such museums province-wide, the WDM in Saskatoon also has an extensive collection of rare and antique automobiles. Open daily 9am–5pm. 2610 Lorne Ave., 306-931-1910; wdm.ca.

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secret Saskatoon

Meet Our Little Sister More than 6,000km away and much closer to the North Pole than Saskatoon sits Umeå, Sweden: a quaint university city a little less than half our size and worthy of getting to know better Dark, northern, cold–these are words often clumped together into stereotypes describing Saskatoon. However, these words may be even more descriptive of Umeå, Sweden—Saskatoon’s sister city in Scandinavia. Despite this bleak stereotype, Umeå [pronounced OO-may-o], like Saskatoon is a vibrant and growing university city with a rich cultural mosaic. Umeå is on the Gulf of Bothnia, an arm of the Baltic Sea, and lies at 63 degrees North, which puts it at about the same latitude as Yellowknife and Reykyavik. Despite being just a few degrees south of the Arctic Circle, Umeå (pop. 111,000) is a rapidly growing city: between 2010 and 2014, the population increased by a staggering 40,000 (or by more than 50 percent)! In 2014, Umeå was named the European Capital of Culture by the European Union. The Umeå Jazz Festival, the Norrland Opera and a number

of influential punk and heavy metal acts such as Refused and Meshuggah make for a lively and varied music scene. Stieg Larsson, author of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo trilogy and several other books, is also from here. Several museums, including Guitars; the Museum, and the Bildmuseet, a contemporary art institution, further add to the cultural attractions of this remote outpost. Just like its prairie counterpart, Umeå houses a large student population as the city is home to two sizable universities— Umeå University and a branch of the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. As a result, the city is considered to be one of Sweden’s capitals of science, research and education. As the largest city in the vast Norrland county (and again, like Saskatoon), the community serves as a launching point for a variety of outdoor and wilderness adventures. Camping is

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popular across Sweden and Umeå is no exception, with near-endless forests surrounding it and providing beautiful getaways during any season. In many ways, Umeå has a unique kinship with Saskatoon. In many ways, the City of Bridges and the City of Birches, as Umeå is known, parallel each other. Both are growing fast, house vibrant arts communities and contain leadingedge education and research institutions. Outside of these similarities, residents of Umeå and Saskatoon might also find common ground in the stereotypes that are pervasive to both cities—and finding new ways to overcome them. For more information, visit https:// en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Umeå_Municipality. Below: a view of central Umeå just east of the Umeälven River from Rådhusesplanaden shows the Old Town Hall in the background.

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