While it isn’t the spring experience anyone was wanting, Unitarians seem to be managing their “new normal” in the COVID-19 crisis.
Unity sends its thoughts and prayers to the Cave family on the sudden loss of Colby. May the words offered online and the actions of the incredible memorial highway salute be of some comfort in their sorrow. The Edmonton Oilers and the Cave family have created a Colby Cave Memorial Fund that will benefit mental health initiatives and provide access to sports for underprivileged children.
Hello to non-Unity resident readers who occasionally let me know they enjoy reading this column – Keith and Clare from Maidstone, and Jeannie L. and the Kellers from the Battlefords. Be well, folks.
We have so much to be thankful for including longer sunshine hours each day, spring’s arrival, retail outlets that remain open to keep us replenished, local, provincial and Canadian government actions that seek to help everyone affected and, of course, our health-care people.
The Unity Food Bank is grateful to those who have made cash donations. Recent support has come from Unity Credit Union, the Unity Kin Club, an anonymous business and memorial donations from a funeral. Food donations are still being taken at the two Unity food stores.
Reece Gilbert was selected as athlete of the year by Rivers West Sports Culture and Recreation District. It is unlikely these awards ceremonies will take place. Reece was nominated for success in triathlon, including medals at Western Canada Summer Games in 2019.
Volunteer week won’t have the same thanks bestowed and recognition given as in past years. Congratulations to Nick and Lil Seneshen who have been noted for 66 years of continuous volunteering in our community in multiple organizations and groups and are still serving in several roles today.
Sadly, there will be one less business in Unity after this weekend. Fields store is closing effective April 25 and while they are not saying it has a direct connection to the COVID-19 crisis, it is sad to see any business close. Thank you, Loretta and team, for almost eight years of service in Unity.
Will it or won’t it, that is question surrounding baseball/softball season this year. May 1 is the new date set for re-evaluating ball season as released by Softball Sask., with the likelihood Baseball Sask. will indicate the same format. Even though the diamonds are looking more enticing each day, people are reminded to continue to adhere to social distancing.
Students are finding their new groove as they connect with teachers online as well as resource assistance from their parents. While there still may be the odd kink to work out, kudos to the school division and teachers for getting this rolling so there can be some sense of normal for students, as well as to parents who are helping make this work at home.
Remember, while out biking or walking, to keep social distancing protocols in mind. Regardless of our cabin fever and desire to be around others, we need to maintain distancing to keep front line defence going in our province.
Here’s hoping this finds you all safe, healthy and socially distanced. Until next week ...
