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Submitted by Tim Raymond What a strange concept, but one that became a reality for Nathan Raymond, grandson of Keith and Shirley Goforth of Pierson, MB. Their grandson had just taken up the sport of football last May at age 14.Â Living in Redvers where football isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t offered,Â Nathan had joined a local club team in Moosomin -Â the Moosomin Generals.Â Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;dÂ started out playing in the junior ranks in the spring but quickly moved up to play senior football in the Rural Manitoba Football League. His team had a successful year as Moosomin finished first in the south division and suffered a tough loss to end the season in a semi-final game against the Neepawa Tigers. But even having suffered a broken hand in that semi final game against Neepawa,Â that wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the end of football for Nathan. Nathan had received an email from his club team inviting players to try out for the South Sask Selects Team out of Moose Jaw. Tryouts were scheduled for Dec 6thÂ Â and 7thÂ at the Yara Center in Moose Jaw. This date also corresponded with the six week period that the doctors had given Nathan to heal his hand. After receiving medical clearance to return to the field,Â it was off to Moose Jaw for the tryouts.

What an experience in itself.... Over 280 players ranging in age from 12 to 16 hit the turf at the Yara Centre - each vying forÂ spot on one of the 12 U,Â 14 UÂ andÂ 16U teams toÂ compete in the 3rdÂ Annual International Pigskin Classic in San Antonio, TexasÂ on Feb 12-15. TheÂ two day try-out camp hadÂ a few celebrity coaches checking out the skills on the field.Â As Nathan plays center on the offensive line, the most notable coach for himÂ was Matt Sheridan a former Winnipeg Blue Bomber who was nominated as an All Star O-lineman on several occasions. As the sheer number of players at the initial tryout camp made the selection process a bit more difficult, everyone left Moose Jaw not knowing what their fate would be until later on Monday night. Just around supper time, we receivedÂ the email that Nathan had been selected as an O-lineman on the 14 and under squad. Practices were immediately scheduled for the next weekend with more top level coaching provided to the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Selectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; player asÂ BC Lions offensive coordinator KhariÂ Jones, former Sask. Roughrider Baron Miles andÂ Â a contingent of coaches from North Carolina University joined Matt Nathan Raymond holds the Crockett Cup won by South Saskatchewan Selects continued on page 2 on February 13 in San Antonio, Texas.

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Sheridan for the intensive training sessions. This was the start of 16 practices that would ultimately bring these young men together to sharpen their skills and learn the American game as they would be playing 11 man American rules while in Texas. Feb 11th could not get here soon enough. As we flew out of Minot that morning, the excitement was palpable and the grin on Nathan’s face was as big as Texas... Nathan arrived in San Antonio with his entourage of his mother, Marsha Goforth and fiancé Stacy Block, his father Tim Raymond and girlfriend Terrie Welwood. Arriving early allowed

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time to get used to the 24 degree weather and afforded an opportunity to experience the beautiful city of San Antonio. Thursday night was a planned Texas BBQ mixer with the host team Alamo City Red Raiders providing some fantastic down -home Texas hospitality. Friday saw the start of the Bowl Games. Before that game, Nathan as named the tournament captain for the Sask. Select’s offensive line. As the South Sask. Selects came up against the Dallas Warriors, the unofficial Team Canada representatives came to play, and play, they did as they beat the Warriors 30-2 to open the tournament. Thanks to Select’s

first win, the Crockett Cup will reside North of the border for at least one year. Saturday morning, the Selects started tournament play in a nine team tournament. Their first opponent was the Corpus Christie Steelers. The South Sask Selects kept their foot on the gas and were victorious by a 36-6 score. So far, so good for the Canadian contingent, but the biggest game was just ahead as we were scheduled to play the Texas State Champs and undefeated Allen Wild Dawgz in a feature game under the lights. This was another bowl game and it would prove to be a true test for these young men. The Wild Dawgz

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These young men had just earned a ton of respect from the best team in Texas The next morning, it was business as usual with an 11:00 semi-final game scheduled against the host team, Alamo City Red Raiders. I had a sinking feeling that coming off the emotional high from the night before as well as playing three games in less than 24 hours, might spoil the show. As it turned out, my intuition was correct as the South Sask Selects lost 13-2 ending the tournament hopes. The Sask team ended up with a 2-2 record and have the honor of holding onto the Crocket Cup for a full year before go-

ing back down to do it all over again. But the most important thing they have taken away from this experience is how much sports mirrors life and how hard work, positive attitudes and respect for everyone you meet, will open many doors along the way into the future. Many thanks to The South Sask Selects Organization - especially Zeljko and Deb Stefanovic for their tireless hard work in making this tournament a monumental success along with their legion of dedicated parents and volunteers who have put their heart and soul into making this opportunity available for these young men.

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“Tears Are Not Enough” to eliminate homelessness, or are they? Right: Tears are not Enough: Tammy Palmer of Arcola, SK, will be involved with a project created by Jon Ede, a Music Executive in Victoria, to re-record “Tears Are Not Enough” originally by Northern Lights. Ede’s vision is to raise funds to help eliminate homelessness in Victoria and bring awareness to it across Canada, while creating a ripple effect of inspiring others to help. Palmer is seen here with the loom bracelets she has been selling to fundraise to buy food for bagged lunches and sanitary bags to give out when she arrives in Victoria. Palmer once lived on the streets in Victoria before moving to Saskatchewan, so was inspired to be a part of the project when Ede asked.

By Kelly Running In 1985 a group of well known Canadian artists came together to create a charity single called, “Tears Are Not Enough,” under the name Northern Lights to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia. Now, 30-years later, a group of Canadian artists will rerecord the song to help eliminate homelessness in Victoria and bring awareness to the issue across Canada. Jon Ede, an Executive Producer in Victoria, when he was trying to help a friend find a place to stay for the night. It was raining and Ede wondered why they weren’t allowing more people into the shelter. He found the staff was being rude and ignorant as they turned not only his friend away, but others as well. Later he contacted another friend who direct-

ed him to an article, “Socks are not enough,” which addressed the hardships of those living on the streets. Immediately Ede thought of the song, “Tears Are Not Enough.” “I decided to jump on board and help out how I could,” Ede explained. “I approached the mayor, Lisa Helps, and pitched the idea. Music brings people together.” “She thought it was an amazing idea, so with my reputation and the people I know I thought I would get to work. Homelessness needs to end, making a dent isn’t enough. If you put a book on a balloon the balloon’s top is flattened, but when you remove the book the balloon expands again.” Ede’s personal goal with the project is to raise $200,000 to help end homelessness, while he

also hopes to raise awareness and inspire others to do a part. “Next time you walk by an alcove and see a curled up sleeping bag think to yourself: you get to go home, you can cook for yourself, you get to sleep in a warm bed, you can turn the heater up, you can have a shower,” Ede said. “For a lot of people out there they wake up to the flashlight of a police officer and are told to move on or they wake up looking at a concrete wall.” “Everyone deals with situations in different ways and for some of them going to the liquor store when they wake up is one of those ways. They would love to sleep for seven or eight hours, to go to a job interview, but they’re concerned with where their next meal is coming from. They’re not happy and that’s not what they want; all they really want is their respect and dignity back, they would love to wake up, have a shower, and go to a job.” Ede’s passion to help people has inspired others to join his cause. He has 22 vocalists willing to participate in the project and it has been swelling in numbers over the past few days with more asking to be in the choir. Included in the list of contributing artists to this project is a local singer, Tammy Palmer of Arcola, SK. “Music was always around me growing up,” Palmer explained. “I was raised in foster care and I always sang, first in the children’s choir then the adult choir in church. It’s a universal language and when you’re struggling in life music can bring peace and serenity to you.” Palmer grew up in British Columbia and Manitoba, with family on occasion and within foster care at other times. Eventually she made the decision, at the age of 17, to leave. She had gone through 32 foster homes and two failed adoptions. This spurred her to make a change in her life. This change, however, was one which left her on the streets: “I don’t regret the decision,” Palmer explained. “It’s part of who I am today and makes me stronger for it.” From 18-years-old to 23/24, Palmer says she lived on the streets of Victoria. Music therefore became even more important to her as she began busking to earn money on the streets. She ran into troubles though finding herself an addict and struggling to stop the cycle. “I’d try to clean up and I’d be on assistance so would have an apartment, but would lose it because of my addiction,” Palmer continued on page 5

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“Tears Are Not Enough” continued explained. “I remember breaking into buildings that were abandoned just to sleep.” “I had help though and I got out, I’m considered a success, a statistic, but that’s not how I see myself. I see myself as a survivor. People reached out, I got treatment, and I got cleaned up.” Shortly after becoming clean she found herself moving to Saskatchewan, arriving in January of 2008 with her now husband, Anson Palmer. It was because of her past that Palmer was eager to help Ede in Victoria with his project to raise awareness and funds for homelessness in Canada. The two first met in 2003, while Palmer was still struggling on the streets when she tried out for the contest Canadian Icon, a Canadian Idol contest focused on Vancouver Island being run by Ede. Palmer won this contest and is recording the song,

“My Heart Will Go On,” originally performed by Celine Dion. Over the years Palmer and Ede kept in contact. “He has asked me to come out there and do different music projects, but nothing ever really felt right. It wasn’t right for me or wasn’t the right time,” Palmer stated. “Two-months ago he contacted me about becoming involved with this project to raise awareness of people on the street and I am all about that!” Palmer stressed the importance of addressing homelessness across Canada. “People need to realize that it doesn’t matter who you are or what job you have that you can become homeless,” Palmer stated. “No one is invincible and this is an epidemic in the country, and I call it an epidemic because it is.” According to the website, Raising the Roof, approximately 35,000

Canadians experience homelessness any night, while approximately 235,000 people, including youth and families, experience homelessness per year. Of this 20 percent are

between the ages of 16 and 24. “The cause is too great to ignore,” Palmer said. “I believe in what Jon is doing and believe in what we’re doing. For someone

who grew up in the city and to move to the country, where there’s nothing around for miles, my home is here in Saskatchewan, but my heart will forever be with those kids on the

street which is why they called me Mama Red.” She believes so much in what Ede is doing that she is raising money through selling loom continued on page 6

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Doctor shortages, a major concern for Melita & area residents

by Brittany Walker A main concern for Melita residents, and other residents in the Prairie Mountain Health

Region, right now is the doctor shortages in rural or remote hospitals. Along with the shortages of doctors, nurses are also in high

demand. In last week’s edition of the Melita New Era, there was an ad running by Prairie Mountain Health looking to fill five different

nursing positions within the Melita Health Centre. With all of these shortages, many emergency rooms in the Region

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The Town of Melita and Municipality of Two Borders held a Public Forum at the Melita Legion Hall Friday, February 6, to discuss the shortage of doctors and nurses in our area. Around 300 people attended the meeting. Pictured (L-R): Debbie McMechan (Reeve, Municipality of Two Borders), Alby Morris (Councillor, Town of Melita), Bill Holden (Mayor, Town of Melita) and Larry Maguire (MP Brandon-Souris). Missing from the picture is Doyle Piwniuk (MLA Arthur-Virden).

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ment and retention at the hospitals. A lot of the doctors that do come to the rural centres are international medical graduates that come from large urban areas in their country of origin on a conditional license. These graduates are required to work in rural Manitoba. Once they have met their conditions, they will typically relocate to an urban centre, causing a large number of doctor losses in rural Manitoba. Another reason that some rural areas are finding it hard to get doctors for the area is that many medical students from Canada are having to go to different countries to get their training to become doctors and then when they want to come back to Canada to finish their residency, they are being told that they cannot do this. Larry Maguire, MP for Brandon-Souris, had an experience with this, saying, “We had a situation in a community where the son of a doctor had to go out of Canada to get his training from a school that is recognized by Canada as a place that we can receive doctors from. He went there and received his training, and when we continued on page 8

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bracelets in order to put together bagged lunches and sanitary bags to hand out to people on the street in Victoria when she goes to record the song. Through this fundraising technique, Palmer is thankful to the Arcola Hotel patrons and the community in supporting this initiative, but in helping her raise the funds to obtain a ticket to fly to Victoria to participate in the recording of “Tears Are Not Enough.” The song, which Palmer says is fitting as tears are often shed by those on the street, will be recorded on March 1. “My idea is to stay close to the original, but to make it our own,” Ede explained. “Once recording is done and the song is mastered we’ll have a link up on our website to buy the song for a dollar or to donate if people want.” For more information or to pre-order the song visit, www.eandlrecords. com.

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Doctor shortages continued tried to get him into a residency program in Canada, we couldn’t. We just seemed to come up against a stone wall with the College of Physicians and Surgeons and the healthcare system at the time. So we put forth a resolution in the House to try

and make sure that they would get authority if they were coming into a rural or remote facility and it was voted down”. With Melita going to be losing two of their three doctors coming up shortly, the residents of the town and the surrounding area

came together at the Hall on Friday, February 7, for a Public Forum to discuss ways to keep our Health Centre. Many ideas were discussed at the Forum, and it was decided that a committee needs to be formed to come up with some ides as to ways we

can attract doctors to our area and keep them here. Bill Holden, Mayor for the Town of Melita, spoke about creating the committee, which would focus on retention and recruitment, and said that he has talked to other Councillors from communities, like Olds, AB, that started this type of committee and it has turned their situation around. The people on these committees would go out and talk with medical students, and bring them out to the communities, take them out for supper and show them what they had to offer in the com-

munity, this way those students would at least know where the town was. Although there were many ideas discussed at the Forum, the biggest roadblock that came up within our hospital and many in the area was that if the RHA doesn’t want doctors in our hospitals, they will not place them here. For this reason, Councillor for the Town of Melita Alby Morris stated that everyone at the meeting and anyone who is concerned about the future of our healthcare, should call 1-204-945-3731 or 1-866626-4862 and tell them that

you want to speak to either the Minister of Health or Assistant Minister of Health. When you call them, Morris said “ask for an explanation. The only way you are going to make an impact is to shake them up in the head office”. Melita Health Centre is not the only facility facing these shortages, it is all over the board in the Prairie Mountain Health Authority. Without some changes to the current system within the RHA and the government, it is hard to imagine that the situation is going to get better anytime soon.

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A new collaboration between Assiniboine Community College (ACC) and Enform will provide highend oilfield safety certification this spring in Brandon for the first time ever. The nine days of training will be held during the spring break-up in early June and will give workers a chance to take regulatory required courses in Brandon rather than travelling to Estevan or Calgary. “These courses keep Manitoba workers in Manitoba and we’re pleased to be partnering with Enform to bring this opportunity to Brandon,” said ACC president Mark Frison. “Building partnerships with industry is part of our strategic direction and helps us move forward with our goal of supporting local employers with customized training.” The courses being offered include those dealing with blowout prevention, flammable substances and safety management that are otherwise unavailable in Manitoba. They are required for many workers in the oil patch and are expected to attract both workers who are new to the industry as well as experienced hands who need recertification. “The safety of our workers and the communities in which we operate is critical to the industry’s success,” said Cameron MacGillivray, president and CEO, of Enform. “Safety is a shared value

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animals to re-graze the same plant is based on estimated plant growth rates. Where animals remain in the same pasture, opportunity for grazing is considered to occur every 7-10 days. For example, if a paddock is used for 30 days, there would be three 7-10 day periods within those 30 days. Intensity looks at how much leaf material has been removed during the grazing period. Intensity falls in one of three categories, including light, moderate, and heavy utilization. Heavy utilization is considered when more than 56% of the plant material has been removed. Opportunity refers to how much time the plants have to regrow between grazing events. Assessing opportunity can be somewhat subjective as recovery periods will also depend on whether conditions were favorable for plant growth. The categories in the opportunity rating range from “no chance to recover” to “full season” to recover. The overall GRI rating will be the sum of the frequency, intensity, and opportunity index values ranging from +4 to -4. A positive overall value

indicates that the current grazing management is beneficial for plant health. While a negative overall number indicates detrimental long-term effects of the current grazing management. A zero rating is neutral. Although a GRI assessment is a quick and relatively easy tool to use, it should still be combined with an on the ground range health assessment. Range health assessments should be completed in five to seven year intervals while GRI values can be calculated annually. Producers will have to decide for themselves which assessment tools work best. Monitoring is key, because if something is not measured, it cannot be managed. Also keep in mind that a tool is only a means to the end goal of maintaining or improving pasture condition. For more information, please contact:  Your regional Forage Specialist  A g r i c u l t u r e Knowledge Centre (1-866-457-2377) or  Visit our website at www.agriculture. gov.sk.ca

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Managing New Moms: PostCalving Nutrition for Beef Cows The 80 to 90 days following calving is the period of greatest nutritional demand for beef cows. During this time cows are producing milk, repairing their reproductive tracts in preparation for rebreeding, and meeting their own maintenance requirements. Two and three-year-old cows are also growing and therefore require extra nutrients compared to mature cows. Reproductive performance is low on a cow’s priority list. When cows are deficient in energy or protein after calving, the available nutrients will be used for maintenance, growth and milk production, and fertility will suffer. Because a cow must be bred within 90 days of calving to calve at the same time next year, it’s important that she starts cycling as soon as possible. Poor nutritional status after calving can delay the return to heat, resulting in delayed conception and more open cows. Poor fertility is often a problem in young cows that are still growing. Culling young open cows represents a significant cost to producers: the expense of raising the replacement has already been incurred, and the young cow has not

produced enough calves to recover this cost. Therefore, paying attention to the nutritional demands of the cow herd and providing a balanced ration is well worth the effort. Inadequate nutrition during lactation can also affect calf weaning weight, which directly impacts returns to the producer. Cows that are deficient in energy and protein will produce less milk. The production of milk increases a cow’s requirement for total digestible nutrients (TDN) by five to 10 per cent, depending on the milking potential of the cow. Breeds known for high milk production will experience a larger increase in energy demand when milk production begins at calving. The cow’s requirement for crude protein also increases by two to four per cent during early lactation. Peak milk production occurs 60 to 80 days after calving, then declines gradually until weaning. It is vital to meet the cow’s requirements for energy and protein so that she and her calf are not negatively affected, because the peak in milk production occurs at roughly the same time as rebreeding.

Luckily, during the post-calving period when requirements are high, voluntary intake also increases. If good quality feed is available to the cow, she will consume more during this time to help meet her high nutrient demands. It’s important to note that forages alone are often too low in energy and too high in fibre to support cows in the early stages of lactation. Supplementation with energy dense feeds such as grain may be required to increase the energy content of the ration. The key for producers is to know the energy and protein content of the feeds they are using, and to monitor the body condition of their cows. Testing feed for energy and protein content is a good starting point for evaluating rations and making supplementation decisions. Working with a nutritionist can also help to ensure that the requirements of the cow herd are met. For more information: Contact the Agriculture Knowledge Centre at 1-866-457-2377; or Visit the Ministry of Agriculture website at http:// w w w. a g r i c u l t u r e . g o v. sk.ca/.

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Governments invest in applied research focused on sustainable beef production BRANDON MB—Governments will invest more than $3.1 million to support applied research and develop information and resources focused on sustainable beef production, Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development Minister Ron Kostyshyn and Member of Parliament Larry Maguire (Brandon-Souris), on behalf of Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, announced Feb. 5th 2015. “Manitoba’s beef producers are committed to managing the health and sustainability of their animals and the land,” said Minister Kostyshyn. “Working together with a focus on farm-level research will create valuable information for producers

and result in the greatest benefits for the long-term future of the beef sector in Manitoba.” Over the next three years, government and industry partners will: • launch a research program focused on beef and grassland management; • re-establish demonstration farms to share knowledge with farmers and other stakeholders about grassland management, animal feed efficiency and herd health, and • create an industry-led committee to coordinate innovative research and extension activities. “The Canadian beef industry is a global leader in innovation, quality and food safety,” said MP Ma-

guire. “Our government supports a strong and vibrant Canadian beef sector and will continue to work hard to improve the industry’s competitiveness and sustainability by creating more opportunities for growth and prosperity for our producers.” Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP), a non-profit organization representing more than 8,000 farmers and ranchers, will lead the project and contribute nearly $100,000 per year in funding and in-kind support. Manitoba has the third-largest cow herd in Canada, with cattle and calf sales generating between $400 and $600 million in farm income annually. “We are extremely

pleased with the provincial and federal governments’ investment in the future of the beef and forage industry in Manitoba,” said Heinz Reimer, MBP president. “We know the value

Each tender shall include the following information: • A breakdown of the price per cubic yard mile hauled; minimum haul mileage; loading charge per cubic yard; and any other charges, taxes; and a total price • A copy of letter of good standing with MB WCB and a copy of your COR certiﬁcate • A list of equipment/machinery that will be used • An expected start and ﬁnish date The Foreman of the Municipality is in charge of all gravelling operations. Gravel trucks must reduce speed when meeting vehicles on the road and going past farm yards. Please contact Ray Aitchison, Foreman (204-522-5131) for gravel stockpile locations and details of roads to be gravelled.

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Sealed tenders must be received by the undersigned no later than 4:30 p.m. on March 10, 2015 and marked “Gravel Tender”. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted and Council reserves the right to reject any and all tenders. Further information may be obtained by contacting the undersigned. Diane Woodworth Chief Administrative Ofﬁcer Phone 204-673-2401 Fax 204-673-2663 Email waskadan@mymts.net

ed under this initiative will be of value to producers, industry and the public, both here in Manitoba and beyond our borders.”

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GRAVEL TENDERS Tenders will be accepted by the Municipality of Brenda-Waskada for their 2015 Road Gravelling Program. Tenders will be awarded on a one-year term. Pit registration fees and rehab levies to be the responsibility of the hauler or pit owner. Gravelling program to be completed no later than July 15/15.

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Thank you for all the donations to our annual Candle of Hope campaign. Over $1600 was raised. Thank you again.

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From page 14 - Family and taxes • Child care expenses – Did your children attend daycare or a child care program such as a summer day camp in 2014? You or your spouse or commonlaw partner may be able to claim what you spent on eligible child care in 2014. • Disability amount – If you or a family member have a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental functions, you may be entitled to claim the disability tax credit (DTC). To determine eligibility, you must complete Form T2201, Disability Tax Credit Certificate and have it certified by a qualified practitioner (medical doctor, optometrist, audiologist, etc.). Once complete, send the certified original form to the disability tax credit unit at your tax centre. • Family caregiver amount (FCA) – If you are caring for a dependant with impairment in physical or mental functions, you may be able to claim up to an additional $2,058 in calculating certain nonrefundable tax credits. • Public transit amount – Did you or your eligible dependant use public transit in 2014? You may be able to claim the cost of certain public transit passes or electronic payment cards for this 15% non-refundable tax credit. • Home buyers’ amount – Did you buy a home in 2014? You may be able to claim a nonrefundable tax credit of up to $750 for the purchase of a qualifying home. • Provincial and territorial programs – Most provinces and territories have child and family benefit and credit programs that are issued with your Canada child tax benefit and the goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax (GST/HST) credit. • Child disability benefit (CDB) – You may be eligible for this tax-free benefit if you care for a child under the age of 18 who is eligible for the disability tax credit. • Medical expenses – You may be able to claim a non-refundable tax credit based on the medical expenses paid for you, your spouse or commonlaw partner, and your children born in 1997 or later for any 12-month period, ending in 2014. • Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) – If you saved for your retirement in 2014 by contributing to an RRSP, you may be able to deduct the amount of your contributions to reduce your income. • Registered education savings plan (RESP) – You can start saving for your child’s future now. An RESP is a contract between you (the subscriber) and another individual or organization (the promoter) that allows you to make contributions toward your child’s future education. Programs such as the Canada education savings grant (CESG) and

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Farm Property for Sale by Tender Located in the RM of Two Borders (2 miles south of Pipestone) Larry/Sherry Marsh

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Looking for a hired hand on farm starting April 1, 2015. Wages are negotiable depending on experience. A Class 1 and being mechanically inclined would be an asset. Call Carson Schoonbaert Cell 204-534-8320

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SW 16-6-23 WPM (1.55 acres) (Former CPS Hartney site) Sealed tenders clearly marked with the words “Land Tender” will be received by Crop Production Services, Box 760, Deloraine, MB R0M 0M0 until March 31, 2015, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. Please specify on tender and land description for which the tender is for. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF TENDER: 1. The land and buildings are tendered on an ‘AS IS’ basis and interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property, and not on any representation made by or on behalf of the Vendor. 2. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. The vendor shall be entitled to but not obligated to reveal the contents of a tender to any person. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE: 1. The successful bidder will be required to complete an agreement covering the terms and conditions of sale. 2. The bidder whose tender is accepted must provide evidence of the purchase funds available under conditions acceptable to the Vendor within 30 days of the accepted tender. 3. Possession will be provided to the purchaser as of the Posession and Closing date (to be determined). For further information, please contact SCOTT PIERCE at 204-747-2877.

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The following conditions will apply: 1. Sealed tenders may be placed on one, or both of the above described parcels. 2. Sealed tenders shall be submitted to Cheryl MacKenzie, Don Cameron Realty at the address listed below, or dropped off at Cameron Agencies, 136 Main Street in Melita by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2015 (tender closing). 3. All persons submitting a tender shall rely on their own personal knowledge and inspection of the property(s) and not on the above or any other particulars or representations made by or on behalf of the Vendor. View by appointment (Cheryl MacKenzie - 204-522-6191). 4. Exclusive of all mines and mineral interests. 5. Each tender shall be accompanied by a deposit cheque or bank draft of $1000.00 per parcel, payable to Don Cameron Realty Trust. All unsuccessful Bidders will have their tender cheques returned. 6. Successful Bidder(s) will be required to sign an unconditional Offer to Purchase with a closing date (possession date) of no later than May 15, 2015. 7. An additional, non-refundable deposit of $1000.00 per parcel must accompany the Offer to Purchase and the balance of the accepted Tender must be paid on or before the date of possession. If the balance is not paid within the said time limit, the deposit paid shall be forfeited as liquidated damages and not as a penalty, otherwise all deposits shall become part of the Total Purchase Price on closing. 8. The highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted. Vendors are not obligated to sell any of the property, or accept any Tenders. Address for tenders: Don Cameron Realty Attn: Cheryl MacKenzie Box 457 Melita, MB R0M 1L0

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Body condition scoring is a hands-on method of determining the amount of fat an animal is carrying. It uses a numerical rating system based on the feel of a cow rather than descriptions based simply on a visual appraisal. Condition scores are measured by feeling for

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fat cover with your hands. The scores cannot be measured visually because a full hair coat can hide poor condition. You measure the fat cover over four major locations on the animal’s body: back bone (spine or topline), short ribs, hip bones (hooks and pins) and tail head. The system uses the following descriptions to define each score: Score 1: The individual short ribs are fairly sharp to the touch and there is no fat around the tail head. The hip bones, tail head and ribs are visually prominent. Score 2: The short ribs can be identified individually when touched but feel rounded rather that

sharp. There is some tissue cover around tail head and over the hip bones and the flank. Individual ribs are no longer obvious. Score 3: The short ribs can only be felt with firm pressure. The areas on either side of the tail head now have a degree of fat cover, which can be easily felt. Score 4: Fat cover around tail head is evident as slight “rounds” that are soft to the touch. The short ribs cannot be felt even with firm pressure, and folds of fat are beginning to develop over the ribs and thighs of the animal. Score 5: The bone structure is no longer noticeable and the animal has a “blocky” appearance. The

tail head and hip bones are almost completely buried in fat and folds of fat are apparent over the ribs and thighs. The short ribs are completely covered by fat and the animal’s mobility is impaired by the large amounts of fat. Where To Condition Score: Because there is no muscle between the end of the short ribs and the skin, any padding felt by the thumb will be fat. There are two main areas to check in order to determine condition score; the short ribs and on either side of the tail head. The tail or pin bones can also be checked to determine fat cover. continued on page 17

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Land for Rent by Tender Section 27-5-29 320 acres NE1⁄4 22-5-29 130 acres SW1⁄4 3-6-29 135 acres RM of Albert Tenders to be submitted for each individual quarter or all in one package. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Mail tenders by March 10, 2015 to: Box 65, Tilston, MB R0M 2B0 c/o Ken Wray For more information contact 204-686-2289.

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Body condition scoring continued When To Condition Score: Ideally cows should be condition scored three times in each production year as follows: 1. Fall pregnancy check/

start of winter feeding season = Optimum score is 3.0 2. At Calving = Optimum score for Mature Cows is 3.0 & First Calf Heifers is 2.5

3. Thirty days before breeding season = Optimum score is 2.5 for all females. The cows changing energy requirements through the production year

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Easiest & Cheapest Time of Year to Put Body Condition Back On To Cow: Want to put on condition when the cows energy requirements are at the lowest point, which is typically in the fall time just after the calf has been weaned. Cow no longer has an energy demand from lactation and is fairly early on in gestation = Low Energy Requirements. Any additional energy you put into her ration either in the form of grain or good quality forage or pasture will be converted fairly efficiently into back

fat or body condition. The cost of gain at this point will be significantly less that it would be at any other time of year (i.e.) Near or after calving or during lactation when the cows energy requirements are much higher will require allot more feed to get the same results in body condition gain. What To Remember: You don’t need to remember all five condition scores. The most useful score to remember and to shoot for in terms of a goal is the score of 2.5 to three. Check short ribs, tail

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head and pin bones for fat cover. 2.5 - 3.0 - You should be able to feel short ribs with some pressure, but you should not be able to count them individually. Fat cover should be evident on either side of tail head and/or over pin bones. If condition has to be put back onto cows, best time of year to do it is on fall after calf has been weaned. For more information, contact your nearest Regional Livestock Specialist or the Agriculture Knowledge Centre at 1-866-4572377.

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10:30 a.m. at Arcola Prairie Complex p Features over 75 porcelain and metal advertising signs - Red Indian, B/A, Marfak, Texaco, Buick, Barber Shop, Sask. Life, Leader Post, J.D. & Case Dealership, Quaker State, Stat St atee, e, G Goodrich, oodr oo dric ich h, C h, Canada anad an adaa Confederation, Coonffed C eder erat atio ion n, and n, and d more mor oree rare r re ra re and and d original origi riig na nall signs. ssiigns. s. Light Li L igh ght ht up ssigns; ignss; Red igns ig Red Ind Re IIndian ndi dian ian bbarrel arre ar rell pu pump pump; mp;; B mp B-A A 88 88 D Diesel iesell fu iese ffuel uell ppump; umpp; um p; A Advertising dverti dver dv tisi sing ingg thermometers; door pushes; clocks; CM5 IV - 10 cent Coca-Cola vending machine; Coke chest cooler; 2 original gas pump globes; some furniture; lamps; many collectibles includes First Nation’s memorabilia; Military; Store items; Case steam tractor cast iron diff fferential cover with eagle g logo; g ; farm f items;; railroad;; stoneware,, plus p much more.

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Governments Invest Over $13 Million in New Food Centre Today, Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State (Foreign Affairs and Consular), on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart, announced over $13 million for the Sas-

katchewan Food Industry Development Centre Inc. (Food Centre) to build and equip a new innovative facility. The Food Centre is the primary source of food product development, technology transfer and commercialization for the Saskatchewan food industry. As Saskatchewan’s agri-processing industry

expands, so does the demand for new product development and commercialization. The new 30,000 square foot facility will support the expansion of Saskatchewan’s food ingredient processing sector, housing product development, specialized laboratory services, extrusion technology, interim processing capacity and more.

The total cost of the project is expected to be just under $16 million. Nine million of the funding will be provided under Growing Forward 2, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative and $4.3 million will come from Western Economic Diversification Canada. The remaining funds, approximately $2.5 million, will come from in-

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Greg Trewin Independent Sales Representative for Pioneer® brand products Box 2 Waskada, MB R0M 2E0 (204) 522-5044 Tel greg.trewin@plantpioneer.com

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Saturday, March 7, 2015 1:00 p.m. at the Ranch, Carievale, SK QUALITY BULLS REASONABLY PRICED AND ALMOST ENTIRELY TO COMMERCIAL CATTLEMEN

150 BULLS • Simmental Bulls Red, Black, Traditional Fleckvieh

• Registered Red Angus Bulls • Simm/Angus Hybrid Bulls Red & Black

HERD BULLS designed by ranchers for ranchers The strongest most uniform group of bulls we have ever offered. Over 30 years of genetic selection with the commercial cattleman 45 Red + Red Blaze Polled Simm Bulls 10 Fullblood Fleckvieh Bulls 50 Black Polled Simm Bulls as a priority. Bulls packed full of economic and convenience traits that will excel your breeding program. Performance & calving ease bulls in every category. These bulls are raised under ranch conditions similar to yours, developed on a silage based ration and sell with a prefix synonymous with quality and customer satisfaction. Come see for yourself what keeps the commercial cowboys 40 Registered Red Angus Bulls 15 Simm/Angus Red and Black Bulls A select group of 2 Year Olds coming back year after year.

• Free Delivery • Volume Discounts • Payment Option

For catalogue, bull video or more information, contact

SIGHT UNSEEN BUYERS PROGRAM

McMillen Ranching Ltd.

This program has worked very well for busy cattlemen unable to attend our sale. We will personally hand pick and purchase the best herd bulls for your program within and often below your price range without you leaving home. Your next herd bull purchase is as close as your phone.

Box 99, Carievale, SK S0C 0P0 Lee: 306-483-8067 • Dave: 306-483-8660 • Jim: 306-483-7986 Email: mrl@sasktel.net

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Friday, February 27, 2015

BORDER CONNECTION

Deadline for the next issue of Border Connection is Thursday, March 12th at noon. PRIVATE EVENTS

We can now offer you extended reach into Southeast Saskatchewan and West Central Manitoba through our publication Border Connection.

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Riley and I hosted our pre-wedding social at Remington’s in April 2014, we loved everything about the experience so much that we held our wedding there the following September! Ben and the staff were so great to work with. They were always open to my ideas and always available to answer my questions! The food, atmosphere, the staff and service helped make our special day one to remember! Cheers to Remys! —The Days

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July 17 - Boating & Fishing Feature August 21 - Back to School Feature September 18 - Fall Harvest Feature October 9 - Oil and Gas Feature November 6 - Winter Ready Feature November 27 - Christmas Gift Guide

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REBELS OFSimmental THE WEST Bull Sale Sunday, March 15 2:00 p.m. DST Heartland Livestock, Virden, MB

50 Simmental Bulls Downey Farms is consigning 12 powerful bulls, 7 black, 2 black/white face and 3 red/white face Simmental bulls. If you are looking for new genetics to bring into your herd, these boys are eager to help!

Allan & Jacquie, Ryan, Kyle, Beverley-Jean Downey

Coulter, Manitoba Phone 204-649-2260 Ryan Cell 204-522-0838

BORDER CONNECTION

Friday, February 27, 2015

2014 Chevy Malibu LT

2014 GMC Terrain 2014 Chevy Cruz LT SLE AWD, loaded silver, 13,000 km New Retail $34, 675

loaded, silver, 9,900km New Retail $31,500

loaded, silver, 22,000km New Retail $23,565

WOW! WOW! $25,500 $15,400

2009 GMC Yukon Denali 4x4 2011 GMC Yukon XL 4x4 6.2 L, Sunroof,Nav, Fully Loaded, Goldmist, 103,000 km SK. Tax Pd.

Ext 4x4 loaded, leather, Mocha Steel, 115,000 km SK. Tax Pd.

WOW! $19,400

2012 GMC Acadia SLT AWD

2012 GMC Acadia SLE FWD

loaded, Brownstone, 102,000 km

Sunroof, leather, loaded, Crystal Red, 87,000 km

$26,900

$21,900

$27,900 $28,900

2012 GMC Terrain SLT AWD 2011 Buick Enclave CXL AWD 2011 Buick Enclave CXl AWD 2009 Chevy Traverse LT AWD loaded, leather, black, 42,000 km

leather, loaded, White, 74,000 km, Premium

JUST IN!

$26,900

leather, sunroof, black, premium loaded, silver, 146,000 km 111,000 km SK Tax Pd.

$14,900

$25,900

2011 Chevy Impala LT

2012 Chevy Impala LT 2011 Chevy Cruze LT

Red, loaded, 68,000 km

loaded, white, loaded, Blue, 45,000km 55,000 km Sk. Tax Pd.

$15,900

$11,900

2010 Chevy Impala LT

2008 Pontiac G6 GT

loaded, Goldmist, 60,000 km

2 door, leather, sunroof, loaded, White, 71,000 km

$9,500

$10,900 2003 Chevy Impala

2002 Pontiac Grand AM GT

loaded, 117,000 km, Burgundy, safetied

$2,900

2 door, loaded, safetied, Black

$5,300

110,000 km

2010 GMC 1500 SL Ext Cab 4x4

$21,900

4800 V8, 80,000 km, Blue

$19,900 2007 Ford F250 XLT Crew Cab 2009 GMC 1500 SL Reg. Cab 4x4, diesel, lifted, leather, Blue, As Is 2WD, V6,

$6,500

auto, air, cruise, 127,000 km, Gray

$8,500

Red, 156,000 km

loaded, Gray, leather, 59,000 km

$18,500 2002 Pontiac Grand AM GT

2 door, loaded, Sport Red, safetied

$4,500

Safetied

2003 Pontic Bonneville SE 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan loaded, silver SXT, loaded, Red, SK. Tax Pd. 22,000 km, Sto & Go like new, SK. Tax Pd.

$3,900

Safetied

2010 GMC 1500 SLE Ext. Cab, loaded, Gray,

$10,900 2005 Chrysler PT $2,900 Cruiser

2011 Buick Regal CXL Turbo

$19,500

2010 Fold F150 XL Reg. Cab 2009 GMC 1500 SLE 2WD Ext Cab 4.6L V8, 2WD, White, 71,000 km

White, 170,000 km

$10,900 $12,900 2008 GMC 1500 SLE EXT Cab 4X4 loaded, silver, 131,000 km

$15,900

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204-522-3236 Melita, MB

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