Even the weather co-operated to make the Christmas Lights parade in Unity, Saskatchewan, on December 3, 2020, an enjoyable, cheerful way to ring in the Christmas season in what has been a difficult year. Many businesses, organizations and individuals took the time to decorate vehicles – everything pickup trucks and trailers to cement and garbage trucks to ATVs – to light up the streets of Unity for residents, young and old.
While contributions to the Humboldt Broncos GoFundMe fund are still welcome – and many dollars will eventually be needed for rehab, counselling and even home renovations for accessibility – some people may be wondering about other ways to honour the fallen and injured.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority posted on Facebook April 7: “We would like to thank those individuals who have approached hospital staff in Saskatoon to offer their help – and even food – to those affected by the tragic accident involving the Humboldt Broncos yesterday. Your generosity is a very Saskatchewan response and it is amazing. However, we are asking that you offer that assistance to others in need in our community instead – suggestions include but are not limited to … (food banks, supported living agencies, etc.) If you are not in Saskatoon, but wish to help in some way, we encourage you to reach out to similar support agencies in your own community. #SaskatchewanStrong.”
If, God forbid, a major trauma event happened in one of our own communities, it is our local agencies and emergency response teams who will be tasked with the initial response.
STARS is another organization that would make good, and appropriate, use of donations made in honour of the Humboldt Broncos.
Blood was reportedly in short supply when the injured players first arrived in the Saskatoon hospitals. Kindersley Composite School and Kindersley Co-op are hosting a blood donor clinic at the Kindersley Elks Hall Monday, April 16, from 2 to 7 p.m.
With the entire province touched by the tragedy, the more people who know about how to maintain their own mental health and how to appropriately interact with others in a safe, caring manner, the better. There will be a mental health workshop in Unity April 30 – watch for more details and consider attending.
The Broncos organization itself each year runs a cash lottery as its primary fundraiser. Ticket sales for that lottery close April 27 and the grand prize is $100,000. An add-on 50/50 is also available. With many other things to do this month, in light of the tragic bus accident, we can help ensure this lottery still sells out so the Broncos have the funding they need to ice a team next season. Call 1-833-210-2018.
These are but a few suggestions for those who are wanting to help in some way and aren’t sure what to do.
UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for January 9 to 15, 2018
RCMP received a report of a deer carcass on Highway 14. Members contacted the Department of Highways to remove the animal from the roadway.
Police received a complaint of criminal harassment but it was unfounded.
Members issued a 72-hour roadside suspension during a traffic stop.
There was a two-vehicle collision in Unity, Saskatchewan. There were no injuries. A charge of failing to yield the right of way was issued to one driver.
Members received a request to keep the peace while an individual retrieved property items from a residence.
The Unity RCMP were called to assist a parent calling to report their adult son was stuck in a ditch and was running out of gas and was at risk of freezing. The adult male did not want to call 9-1-1 so that members could locate him. Members spent several hours looking for the male before he was finally located, stuck in a rural area south and east of Landis, in the Kerrobert Detachment area. The male was transported for medical examination.
There was also one false alarm
Persons with information about crimes being committed are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded.
You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com
Christmas lights at Luther Place in Unity, Saskatchewan.
UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for June 13 to 19, 2017
Unity RCMP assisted Emergency Medical Services with a patient.
There were two reports of vehicles that collided with deer. There were no injuries in either incident.
Police received a Mental Health Act complaint. The subject of complaint was transported to Unity Health Centre for assessment.
Members received a complaint of an individual damaging a tree. The complainant declined to lay charges.
Unity RCMP are investigating a report of a damaged residence fence.
Police attended a two vehicle collision on Highway 14 near the Scott turnoff. The driver of one vehicle was transported to Wilkie Health Centre and then to Saskatoon Royal University Hospital by STARS Air Ambulance. The driver of the other vehicle was not injured. No charges were laid.
Members received a Mental Health Act complaint. Members spoke to the subject of complaint who was fine.
RCMP are investigating a report of damage to a residence.
There was also one traffic complaint.
Persons with information about crimes being committed are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded.
You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for May 16 to 22, 2017
RCMP Members noted two intoxicated individuals walking on the street. Members released the individuals into the care of a sober friend.
Police received a complaint of fraud. Information sent to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
A 56-year-old male from Regina was charged with possession of methamphetamine during a traffic stop.
Members received a complaint of harassing communications but it was unfounded.
RCMP received a report of failure to comply with an undertaking. This matter is still under investigation.
An individual turned in unused ammunition to police for safe disposal.
There was also one traffic complaint and one false alarm.
Persons with information about crimes being committed are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded.
You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for October 11 to 17, 2016
CN Police reported two railway crossing malfunctions near Scott SK this week. No police action required for either occurrence.
RCMP received a report of a vehicle collision with a deer. Reported for insurance purposes.
Police received a report of an abandoned vehicle on Highway 21. Members contacted the registered owner who agreed to have it towed.
A cellphone was turned in to Unity RCMP.
Members received a Mental Health Act complaint. The subject of complaint was located and transported to Unity Health Centre for assessment.
There was a bale on fire in the ditch on Highway 21. Unity Fire Department attended to extinguish the flames.
A 38-year-old male from Tramping Lake, Saskatchewan, was arrested and charged with mischief after police received a complaint of a broken vehicle window.
RCMP received a complaint of slashed vehicle tires. This matter is still under investigation.
Police received a complaint of theft. This matter is still under investigation.
A 27-year-old Unity male was charged with eight counts of failing to comply with undertaking, three counts of failing to comply with condition of undertaking and resisting peace officer after police located him away from his residence after curfew.
Members received a request to serve a subpoena to an individual in the area but the individual no longer resides near Unity.
RCMP received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle. Members patrolled but the vehicle was gone on arrival.
Police received a complaint of an individual throwing property around a residence. Members attended and warned the subject of complaint. No further issues were reported.
Members received a report of a knife that was located in a garbage can at Unity Health Centre. Members attended and disposed of the knife.
There was also one false alarm and one false 911 call.
Persons with information about crimes being committed are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded.
You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for June 14 to 20, 2016
CN Police reported a broken railway crossing gate.
RCMP received a complaint of a male jumping in front of traffic. The individual was taken to Battlefords Hospital for assessment.
A 72-year-old male from Unity was charged with refusal to provide breath sample during a traffic stop.
A 26-year-old Unity male was charged with mischief and failing to comply with a probation order when officers located him lying on the highway. Members also transported him to Battleford Hospital for assessment.
Police received a complaint of a male swearing at another individual in a vehicle and kicking the vehicle. This matter is still under investigation.
Members are investigating graffiti spray painted on two businesses in Unity.
RCMP attended a house fire at a rural residence. It was later discovered to be a controlled burn. Police action not necessary.
Police received a complaint of theft at Suffern Lake, SK. This matter is still under investigation.
Members are investigating a report of drug trafficking.
Persons with information about crimes being committed are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded.
You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for October 13 to 19, 2015
RCMP attended a fire at a rural residence near Senlac, SK. There were no injuries and the fire was not suspicious.
Police received a complaint of theft of copper wire. This matter is still under investigation.
There was a single vehicle rollover near Unity. There were no injuries and no charges were laid.
Members attended a grain truck fire in a rural area. The fire was not suspicious.
RCMP received a complaint of individuals breaking bottles by throwing them on the street. Members patrolled but could not locate any suspects.
Members issued a 90-day roadside suspension during a traffic stop when the driver blew a warning while providing a breath sample. It was the third documented suspension.
Police received a request to keep the peace while an individual was attending a residence to retrieve property.
Members acted as mediators between two neighbours having a disagreement regarding an animal.
There were also three false alarms and one false 911 call.
Persons with information about crimes being committed are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded.
You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
UNITY SK RCMP REPORTS for September 29 to October 5, 2015
RCMP transported an individual to North Battleford Hospital to treat a mental health issue.
Police received a complaint of theft of fuel from a rural residence south of Wilkie, Saskatchewan. There are no suspects at this time.
There was a complaint of an individual trespassing on rural property. Members spoke to the subject of complaint. No charges were laid.
A picker truck was stolen from an oil battery site near Winter, Sask. The truck was later located north of Neilburg. Several tools and gas cards were also stolen. This matter is still under investigation.
Members attended a combine and field fire north of Unity, SK. The fire was extinguished by the property owner before police arrived at the scene.
RCMP received a noise complaint. Members issued a verbal warning to the subject of complaint.
Police received a complaint of uttering threats. This matter is still under investigation.
There was also one abandoned vehicle complaint, one false 911 call and one false alarm.
Persons with information about crimes being committed are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded.
You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.