Posted by Northern Pride on August 13, 2015 · Leave a Comment
by Phil Ambroziak Close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades. That’s why Lloydminster driver BJ Carey was keeping an open mind heading into this week’s Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association (CPCA) finals in Lloydminster. “I’ve got to stay in there, but there’s still four days of racing to go before we get to that final … Continue reading →
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Posted by Northern Pride on August 19, 2014 · Leave a Comment
by Phil Ambroziak The man once known as the Rapid View Rocket continues his ascent throughout the world of professional chuckwagon racing. Vern Nolin, who now makes his home in Dewberry, AB, earned his third consecutive (and fourth overall) Canadian Championship on Sunday at the Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association (CPCA) finals in Lloydminster. “It feels … Continue reading →
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Posted by Northern Pride on July 29, 2014 · Leave a Comment
by Phil Ambroziak After spilling over to include an additional day because of rainy weather and poor track conditions, the Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association’s (CPCA) 2014 Eagle Creek GM Canada Cup event in Meadow Lake ultimately ran dry Sunday evening. Originally scheduled for July 25-27, the annual races were cancelled Friday when heavy rainfall the … Continue reading →
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Posted by Northern Pride on October 22, 2013 · Leave a Comment
by Phil Ambroziak The sport of chuckwagon racing is a tradition that carries on in the Nolin family of Rapid View, SK. It’s one the late Genne Nolin passed on to his children – including sons, Vern, Shane and Mick – and now it’s one Vern Nolin is sharing with his oldest son, Brett. Joined … Continue reading →
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Posted by Northern Pride on August 20, 2013 · Leave a Comment
by Phil Ambroziak The Rapid View Rocket continues to soar. Vern Nolin earned his second straight Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association (CPCA) championship – the third of his career – following a successful run at the CPCA finals held in Lloydminster Aug. 14-18. “It’s nice – it’s been two years in a row, but my third … Continue reading →
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Posted by Northern Pride on March 26, 2013 · Leave a Comment
By Gaven Crites Meadow Lake and area wagon drivers took in a combined $590,000 at the GMC Rangeland Derby Canvas Auction in Calgary last week. Rapid View area resident Vern Nolin led that pack with a $100,000 sponsorship for the 2013 Calgary Stampede in July. The average bid March 21 was down from last year, … Continue reading →
Posted by Northern Pride on December 5, 2012 · Leave a Comment
by Phil Ambroziak The more things change, the more they stay the same for Raymond Ahenakew. The Ahtahkakoop First Nation member, who began his professional career at the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT), currently serves as acting president of that institution. “I was here in 1976 when they turned the sod, and now I’m … Continue reading →
Posted by Northern Pride on February 21, 2012 · Leave a Comment
by Phil Ambroziak The Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association (CPCA) wants to give back to both its members and its fans. That’s why the group has decided to introduce changes to its annual Canada Cup event. Since its inception three years ago, the Canada Cup took place over a series of races leading up to the … Continue reading →
Posted by Northern Pride on February 7, 2012 · 1 Comment
by Phil Ambroziak “It’s hard to really say anything.” Dr. Ed LaBrash was somewhat speechless when discussing the strong showing of support by his clients following a ruling by the the Saskatchewan Veterinary Medical Association (SVMA) that would have cost the animal doctor thousands of dollars. LaBrash, who was found guilty of professional misconduct by … Continue reading →
Posted by Northern Pride on December 13, 2011 · Leave a Comment
By Mac Christie The CPCA has a new president, after Ray Mitsuing was elected to the position by his fellow drivers at a recent year-end Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association meeting. A veteran driver of more than 20 years, Mitsuing was given a two-year mandate. “The boys wanted change within the association,” said Mitsuing. “I’ve got … Continue reading →
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