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Provincial regulations prohibit pruning of elm trees from April 1 to August 31 each year. Elm bark beetles are most active during that time, where fresh cuts attract them, leading to an increased chance of infection. Dutch elm disease (DED) is caused by a fungus spread by tiny elm bark beetles that breed under the bark of dead or dying elm wood.

Mayor Kyle Bennett would like to share a message with the community! “The Town is preparing for a busy spring and summer with ample projects and programs planned. We are very excited to welcome visitors to Shaunavon as the summer tourism season picks up in the coming months! […] I am proud of the constant hard work put in by our team and by Council as we progress through each season.

Registrations for the SWT Swimming Pool Lessons and forms for Pool Passes have officially opened! Registration forms can be found by clicking the link https://www.shaunavon.com/page/wellness-leisure/ or visiting the Wellness & Leisure Office (2nd floor CPWC) during office hours. For more information contact the Wellness & Leisure Office at 306-297-3029 or recreation.

Shaunavon’s Co-Ed Spring Basketball League is open for registrations! WHO: anyone eligible to play senior basketball in the upcoming year and older is welcome to participate! WHEN: Tuesday & Thursday Evenings from April 25th to early June WHERE: Shaunavon High School COST: $20 for high school participants & $30 for non-high school participants

The Canada Border Services Agency has released an announcement regarding the ports of entry: “The Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, announced that as of 12:01 am (ET), March 31, 2023, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is reinstating pre-pandemic operational hours of service at 39 land and three air ports of entry (POE).