Dawson Trail Dispatch September 2016

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Celebrating 20 Years of Service to Our Communities!

Fun for a Cause

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School Bus Safety

Coloring Contest in this issue!!

See pages 14 & 15 for activities and coloring sheets. Kids enter to win a prize!!

Drivers Cautioned About Busses and School Zones

Action was fast and furious in the sandcastle building contest. Most teams featured at least two generations of family and some had 3 working to create the perfect structure along the beach.

By Les Kletke Lyme disease is a serious issue for residents of Buffalo Point but that didn’t stop them from having some fun while raising awareness of the disease and having some fun along the way.

The community’s Buffalo Days featured a 5km walk around the Conference Center to raise awareness of the disease. The walked raised nearly $2,500 on the day of the event and funds were still coming in following the walk.

“We want to make people aware of the potential problem,” says Lee Green, one of the event organizers. “We thought the walk was a good way to get people involved and make them aware of the disease and its symptoms.”

Lyme disease can exhibit a variety of symptoms and has been misdiagnosed as ALS or Cystic Fibrosis. A display at the start and ending point of the walk provided information on the disease and some of the symptoms it could exhibit.

Staff at the Buffalo Point Convention Center got involved in the walk and were clothed in suitable attire with grass skirts and over-size ticks to make people aware of the insect that spreads the disease.

The week long Buffalo Days had some new features this year and a Sand Castle Building contest proved popular with several teams, and one included three generations of family members.

Another new feature this year was a car show which felt the impact of a rainy Saturday with several potential exhibitors choosing to leave their beauties in the shed. Plans are to include the event again next year and with co-operating weather a broader field of entries is expected.

The second offering of the Buffalo Point scavenger hunt had teams picking up their clues at the Buffalo Point administration centre and heading out through the community if hope of finding the mini buffalo that meant a major prize.

“We scaled it back a bit this year,” says Green. “Last year we had people still looking for the prize two weeks after the event, so we made it a bit easier this year.” She says that not only did the event prove popular again but had people learning about their own community, “that is what we wanted, to have people become more aware of their own community.”

A walk to raise funds and awareness of Lyme disease attracted 30 walkers and had the staff of the Fire and Water Bistro in costume.

Costumes featured a variety of ticks.

Photo by Les Kletke

Motorists are being reminded to drive with extra care in school zones as thousands of students return to school.

The return to school will see vehicular and pedestrian traffic greatly increase in school areas. Motorists are advised to drive with extra caution and be alert to the increased presence of children in school areas.

Municipalities have authority to reduce speed limits in school zones and establish times in which the speed reduction is in effect. Speed reductions and effective dates and times may vary by municipality.

Southern Manitoba Resident is First West Nile Case of 2016 A forty-year-old man from the Southern Health region is officially the first human to test positive for West Nile in Manitoba for this year.

The patient reportedly sought medical treatment after experiencing neurological symptoms and was hospitalized. He is believed to have been exposed during the week of July 17.

The investigation is ongoing.

Historically, this is a high-risk period for West Nile Virus activity in Manitoba. Despite cooler weather, which has reduced the Culex tarsalis numbers, the Manitoba Health estimates the current risk for human exposure remains moderate.

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Thousands Enjoy Richer Rodeo

Landmark Friendship Festival Returns as a Huge Success

By Marianne Curtis After a one-year hiatus, the Landmark Friendship Festival returned with a roar.

On August 12, the weekend kicked off with Redneck Night, which took place in the Keating Mechanical parking lot. The evening, which included lawnmower races, and Redneck Adventures, ended with a performance by local Country music sensation Quinton Blair.

Overcast skies and the threat of rain did not put a damper on Saturday’s activities. The day began with a hearty pancake breakfast at the community park, followed by a parade, vendor and craft market, hot dog lunch and Kids Playland. During the afternoon, dance performances from Folklarama including Spain, Croatia, Trinidad and Tobago and comedian Matt Falk took to the stage before supper. Afterwards there was a community BBQ supper, dance and fireworks.

On Sunday, the community gathered in the Archie Plett Park for a community worship service followed by a lunch provided by all the churches in Landmark.

The Landmark Chamber of Commerce organizes the Landmark Friendship Festival annually. Last year, the event was canceled due to lack of volunteers.

Eight seconds seems like a lifetime when riding an angry bull.

By Marianne Curtis For the fourth year in a row, several thousand spectators attended this year’s Richer Roughstock Rodeo, which took place from August 5 to 7.

Organizers of the annual Richer Roughstock Rodeo are saying that the weekend event exceeded their expectations once again.

According to Pat Stolwyk, the Richer Roughstock Rodeo, which was named Rodeo of the Year by the Heartland Rodeo Association for each of their first two years, was a huge success. “We had an amazing group of volunteers who worked tirelessly at turning the Richer Park into a rodeo site,” said Stolwyk.

“This event could never happen without the hard work of the entire community.”

This year’s edition of the Bull-nanza brought in bull riders who competed for specially designed buckles, rodeo circuit standings and cash prizes. In addition, more than 200 competitors took part in events such as bull riding, tie-down roping, team roping, barrel racing, steer wrestling and saddle bronco.

The permanent trading post brought a wide variety of vendors for an open-air market, and the Kidzone was a hit with the little ones.

Local businesses including campgrounds were overflowing as spectators and participants from all over Manitoba came out to the community event. “The surrounding area did a great job in supporting this event and we are very grateful for that,” Stolwyk added.

Heartland Rodeo Association confirmed that the event in Richer has

Photos by Marianne Curtis

quickly become the most successful rodeo of all their events that take place throughout the year. “Once again they said it was one of the best organized ones they’ve been to; we are very proud of the community for helping us doing Richer proud,” Stolwyk continued.

Proceeds from the weekend will be used to make improvements to the community park.

For three days, cowboys and cowgirls competed for bragging rights and buckles.

Candidates Lining Up for Niverville By-Election

By Marianne Curtis

Pallister Lightens Goertzen’s Load

By Marianne Curtis

Steinbach MLA Kelvin Goertzen said that he will miss being House Leader, but he is grateful for the lightened load after Premier Brian Pallister announced the appointment to Andrew Micklefield, MLA for Rossmere.

Pallister thanked Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Kelvin Goertzen for his leadership during the government’s inaugural legislative session. “Goertzen’s knowledge and experience were integral to the successful functioning of government business in the early days of

Lawnmower races kicked off the annual Friendship Festival in Landmark.

Photo by Marianne Curtis

our mandate,” the Premier said. “He will now be able to focus solely on his important work associated with the health portfolio.”

Goertzen said that he has enjoyed being the House Leader but his new role as Health Minister was making it difficult to maintain both roles. “I really enjoyed being House Leader over the last number of years, both in opposition and now for the first stretch in government. I like the house stuff. I actually enjoy dealing with other parties and building relationships there. So, on the one hand, I’m sorry to see that work go,”

Goertzen told media. “On the other hand, yes, I’m very happy to see the work go in the sense that there are a lot of things to do in the Department of Health that consume at least 12 hours a day.”

He added that at times it was difficult to attend meetings as Health Minister because the House Leader should be in the House while in session.

Goertzen added that he was not surprised by the choice, as he had been mentoring Micklefield in previous months to take over the role.

Voters in the Town of Niverville will be heading to the polls on September 14 to elect a new town council member. A vacancy was created earlier in the year, when John Falk stepped down so he could run in the provincial election.

Niverville Mayor Myron Dyck said the Town of Niverville Council deliberately waited until fall to hold the by-election. “We looked at summer and said in order for individuals to campaign, and for residents to be around if potential candidates want to campaign, the summer months weren’t really ideal for that,” Dyck told media. “People are gone or busy.”

Nominations took place during the first week of August and three candidates have stepped forward, including Nathan Dueck, Louise Billows and John Falk.

Originally from the St. Pierre-Jolys, Billows is running with a focus on young people. Having owned her own business for twenty years, she wants to see Niverville grow with sustainable business, and growth in small and medium business. “I love living here, let’s build a figure for our kids and our kid’s kids,” said Billows.

Dueck, a twelve-year resident of the community, said that one of the main reasons he decided to run was to help improve transparency and communication. “As a citizen, I didn’t feel that I had the best representation, and I didn’t feel that the town was being as transparent as it could have been or should have been,” responded Dueck, when asked why he is running. “You can sit back and complain about different issues or you can actually go doing something.”

After his unsuccessful bid for provincial politics, Falk is eager to return to his seat on council. “Unfortunately, I had to step down from my position to run in the provincial election, otherwise we would not be having this by-election,” Falk added.

“I want to continue the work that I already started.”

The Niverville Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Candidate Forum at the Heritage Centre Atrium, at 7 pm on Wednesday, September 7.

Voting will take place Wednesday, September 14, between 8 am and 8 pm at the South End Meeting Room, Niverville Centennial Arena, Arena Road.

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Paradise Village Couple Donates Tabs

By Marianne Curtis A couple from Paradise Village are being recognized for their recent donation to “Tabs for Wheelchairs”.

According to Bob Barrow, the biggest collection of tabs he has ever seen was brought into the Pat Porter Centre in Steinbach. “I received a donation of ‘Tabs for Wheelchairs’ from this couple, with the understanding that they would receive some public recognition for their efforts! I certainly believe that they

deserve the recognition, and hope that you and your publication does as well,” explained Barrows.

Julian and Anna DeGrave from Paradise Village Seniors Mobile Home Park donated the largest amount of tabs dropped off by anyone to date.

They managed to collect 7 - 25 pound bags over the past 2 years. At approximately 1,500 tabs per pound, that works out to 262,500 tabs.

The DeGraves, have lived in the Paradise Village for about 16 years

and winter in McAllen, Texas, where Anna’s brother teaches school. This brother has the entire school division collecting Tabs for Anna.

Barrows said that while this has been the largest donation the group has ever received all at once, the overall response from the public has been “Remarkable.”

This year’s tabs are being collected for Delaney Kolowca of Lorette. Delaney was born with Gorlin syndrome, which is a genetic condition that can affect many areas of the body. In the summer of 2014, she began to have difficulty in walking because of scoliosis.

She had surgery on November 10, 2014, and was given a 75% success rate. Unfortunately, the worst scenario happened and because of the operation, she became paralyzed from the mid chest down.

For the past eighteen years, Tabs for Wheelchairs has collected tabs, and used the money raised from the sale of the metal to purchase wheelchairs for people who require the specialized equipment.

A standard Sports wheelchair costs $6,000 or 14 million tabs; a specialized chair that allows for elevation, costs $10,000 or 24 million tabs.

The public can still get involved by dropping tabs off at various schools in La Broquerie, St. Adolphe, Niverville, Ste. Anne and Ile des Chenes. Tabs can also be brought directly to the Pat Porter Centre in Steinbach.

Julian and Anna DeGrave from Paradise Village Seniors Mobile Home Park collected approximately 262,500 tabs to donate to Tabs for Wheelchairs over the past two years.

Reducing Red Tape in the Application Process Dawson Trail MLA Bob Lagassé is pleased with the recent announcement of a new application process for cost-shared infrastructure funding. The new process, announced by Indigenous and Municipal Relations Minister Eileen Clarke, reduces red tape and is the first step to ensuring Manitoba municipalities have meaningful input into how infrastructure dollars are spent in their communities.

“Streamlining the funding process for municipalities was one of our key campaign commitments. I’m proud to see our new government delivering on that commitment,” said Lagassé. “From speaking with many community leaders, I believe this will help assist on the many infrastructure projects needed in the near future.”

The Province of Manitoba is now accepting applications through a single-window application intake for cost-shared infrastructure funding for four different grant programs, the Municipal Road and Bridge Program, the New Building Canada Fund – Small Communities Fund, the Water and Wastewater Fund and the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund.

The provincial funding available is $63.84 million. With matching municipal and federal contributions, total funding represents $212.28 million in infrastructure funding.

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St. Malo Fire Department Raising Funds for Water Rescue

By Marianne Curtis On August 27, the St Malo Fire Department held a fundraising pancake breakfast.

Breakfast was free but donations were accepted with proceeds going towards a water rescue program.

According to a source in the department, the organization has so

far been successful in raising money to purchase a zodiac boat and motor.

The Town of Niverville and the RM of Ritchot fire departments are the only other volunteer fire departments in the mutual aid district that has access to a water rescue fleet and equipment.

The volunteers from the St. Malo Fire Department take a break after hosting breakfast for the community.

Public Asked to Assist in Finding Stolen Vehicle On August 27 at approximately 7:50 am, Steinbach RCMP received a report of a stolen 2010 black Toyota 4 Runner bearing Manitoba plate HAA 129 that was stolen from Rosebrook Trail in Steinbach.

Police have reason to believe that the vehicle may be abandoned in the area of Road 31 E (Reichenback Rd) south of Highway #52. A search by police in the area has proven negative.

Police are asking the publics’ assistance in locating the vehicle. If you have any information in regards to the above vehicle you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at 204-326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or manitobacrimestoppers.com or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to Crimes (274637).

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Summer Reflections As the summer months come to a close, I am grateful for all of the opportunities I’ve had to connect with residents across southeastern Manitoba. I had the privilege of attending dozens of community events and festivals, each uniquely reflective of their host communities. As the Member of Parliament for such a geographically large riding, there is no shortage of celebratory events.

It never ceases to amaze me how communities come together, often thanks to the work of a core group of volunteers, to enjoy the festivities.

A couple highlights of my summer were the constituency barbecues I hosted in Niverville and Steinbach. Both saw‎ great turnouts with approximately 600 and 1,000 people in attendance respectively. These events are always valuable for me because I am able to hear firsthand about the issues that are important to residents of Provencher. It was fantastic to visit with so many over the course of these evenings.

I am grateful for all of the encouragement and kind words of support that were shared with me as well.

In meeting with residents, the most common concern I heard about was the irresponsible actions of the Liberal Government.

As Parliament resumes, I assure you that Conservatives will take every chance to hold the Liberals to account for their reckless decisions. I will be returning to Ottawa as the fall session of Parliament begins on September 19.

I look forward to raising these and other matters important to us here in southeastern Manitoba amongst my colleagues and in Parliament.

Thank you for a great summer Provencher! I wish you all the best as you head into your falltime activities.

You may contact my office toll free at 1-866-333-1933 or at 204326-9889. You may write my office at 76 PTH 12 N, Steinbach, MB R5G 1T4, e-mail me at ted. falk.c1@parl.gc.ca, or visit my website at tedfalk.ca.

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A few Shining Moments and a Few Tarnished Moments The BBQ season is over for another year and Parliament beckons all these MPs reinvigorated by a summer of getting an ear full from their respective constituents.

It has been an unusual summer in the sense that both opposition political parties are looking to fill leadership vacancies and the polls confirm these two political vacuums are part of their polls problem. Both opposition parties have diminishing poll numbers. Whereas the Prime Minister is, enjoying high favourable numbers and has had a very productive summer culminating with the China excursion.

This is the country with the second biggest economy but is still learning that in the long run they will have to play the economic game in a fair manner, such as not taking advantage of trading with everybody else with a manipulated devalued currency. They have much of their manufacturing sector controlled by state owned enterprises, which in turn are treated in an advantaged manner compared to the rest of the economy.

China’s labour does not have much benefits compared to us in the west and their environmental responsibilities have not yet matured, as they should have.

These are some of the points our Prime Minister discussed with the long-range goal of free trade. I would venture that this is a long ways off, but all such worthwhile objectives need a start and one hell of a lot of

nurturing.

Meanwhile some members of the cabinet have shown some immaturity by spending frivolously, and among other things a very expensive limo service for a friend to boot, photographs in Europe taken by a foreign national at a high cost, especially when the Prime Minister has demonstrated that “selfies” get him a lot more publicity than a professional photographer and history is covered by the news channels.

It was nice to see a cabinet with a gender balance and young people in it but when you behave as if an expense account has no limits we the taxpayer will get our “gitch” in a knot. This is mismanagement of our hard-earned tax dollars, which we parted with some misgivings. In our memory, this departed cash is forever.

The NEB is busy with pipeline hearings, The Energy East line has hit a brick wall in Montreal but some of the problems are of their own making. Some board member appeared biased by meeting some pro pipeline members of the public in private meetings outside of the purview of the hearings. This will make the end conclusion toward building the line from Montreal to New Brunswick that much more difficult to achieve.

Yes, it’s true burning fossil fuels is not environmentally desirable but turning off the tap is still very much impossible. Pipeline trans-

portation is still safer than trains or trucks. New Brunswick refineries now receive crude oil by ship from the Middle East and ships are not better than a pipeline. With ships, an environmental accident would be catastrophic.

It seems that extending the pipeline will be the least damaging to the environment. Oil even in diminishing quantities will be part of our everyday life for a long time. When environmental protestors arrive on horseback at their destination, I for one will be impressed.

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency has shut down the east side road project. Among other things, the Agency is concerned about more accessibility to moose population through facilitation of hunting and damage to fish stock at bridge crossings.

When you consider the failure of winter roads in these warmer winters and the cost of not having a permanent economic link to these communities then changing the bridge design so as not to adversely alter fish patterns and restrict the moose harvesting to an amount that will guarantee the survival of the species is very doable. Also, having a grocery store with affordable prices

Letter to the Editor Ratepayers Should Not Foot the Bill Dear Editor: Re: Park Esso Purchase (DeSalaberry website agenda), point 15. 12 of the RM of DeSalaberry agenda for the meeting of August 9, 2016 speaks’ for itself. This Council is negotiating to purchase land in St. Malo yet again.

As you may or may not know they purchased land in that town (off the PR 218) during the last mandate and ratepayers still do not have the bottom line as to cost.

Yes, administration repeatedly said it only cost us $35 thousand etc… Every excuse was used to not disclose the TOTAL amount of this sale including lawyer fees, subdivision fees, road access fees etc… and all for certain members

of the community.

Everyone who has purchased land knows that costs sometime go out of control and we believe this purchase was one of them. We also believe that until such a time as the true numbers on this purchase is released to the people who pay for it, this Municipality should and has to put a stop to land purchases made for reasons that are not in the best interest of the whole municipality.

During the last meeting of council there was a discussion on the land the RM owns and the reasons of ownership leaving the listener with the impression that there is going to be a “fire sale” on what they feel is redundant land, so, why would they even think of a purchase such as

this? We believe the explanation/excuse to ratepayers for this one will be in the guise of “Green Space”.

In our opinion, this purchase is to satisfy yet another elite group who “want their cake and eat it too” as the saying goes, at someone else’s expense.

If, and this is still our opinion, the St. Malo Wildlife Association needs land for their valued deer statues, they should do like every other group, individual or organization has to do, buy it themselves and not expect DeSalaberry ratepayers to foot the bill, again.

Otterburne Rate Payers Association

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roads and structures in the area. Until October 10, my office will be actively reaching out to compile a list of resident and administrator concerns regarding provincial roads and how best to work together to make sure that our infrastructure needs are met with value for everyone. I encourage you to send my office an email and location of your concern to ca.lagasse@outlook.com.

Thank You A big thank you to the organizations and countless volunteers who held events throughout the constituency. Having attended, and with many more to attend, it’s great to see families and friends gather to spend a day filled with laughter and excitement. Meeting constituents is always a great experience, as it is through the residents that shape the future of our community.

Connecting the Community Starting in September and throughout October, I will be touring each town to meet with residents in a casual setting and see some of the businesses and organizations that serve you. Details are being planned now but if you are interested in receiving an email or phone call about the upcoming schedule, please call our office.

We now have an official office to serve you located at Unit B – 511 Main St., in St. Adolphe. We will be holding an open house on September 17, at noon to 4 pm and I invite you all to come down, see our office and meet over light refreshments. In the meantime, if you have any questions or comments, I can be reached at 204-807-4663 or by email at bob.lagasse@leg.gov. mb.ca.

Province Overhauls Regional Health Authorities

By Marianne Curtis The province has introduced regulation changes to strengthen regional health authority boards, update the selection processes and adjust board sizes.

Steinbach MLA and Health, Seniors and Active Living Minister Kelvin Goertzen made the announcement earlier in August. “Other provinces and territories are moving toward smaller-sized boards and specific criteria based selection to ensure members are able to carry out their responsibilities effectively,” Goertzen said. “These changes will bring Manitoba in line with other jurisdictions and are consistent with our approach to reduce the size of boards in other sectors.”

This means that Southern HealthSanté Sud will move to 12 from 15 board members. Guy Levesque, board Chairperson for Southern Health said he is concerned about the changes. First dropping three board members will result in a slight cost saving, but he says salaries are not large. He also noted that current board members have to reapply.

“There should be some continuity,”

Levesque said. “The best way to do it is to replace them as their terms expire.

As per the Regional Health Authorities Act, the minister of health, seniors and active living appoints directors to each regional health authority board. Board members of regional health authorities must ensure the organization complies with applicable legislation, regulations, provincial policies and ministerial directives.

The selection of board members will be based on a range of knowledge and skills, such as previous experience in public sector, private sector or not-for-profit boards, government structures and processes, law, business, finance and accounting, among others.

Other regulation changes include updating the eligibility requirements for board members to reduce the potential for conflicts of interest.

The minister confirmed the current boards would remain in place until the reduction in board size takes effect.

The province is now accepting nominations for regional health au-

thority board members who would use their personal and professional experience to guide the provision of health care across the province.

Even current sitting board members must reapply to remain in their positions.

“The Manitoba government is committed to improving healthcare services across our province,” said Goertzen. “We want to ensure the best possible health care while protecting the front-line workers that provide those services right across Manitoba. If you have the skills and abilities needed, and you don’t mind showing up at meetings, applications are now being accepted.”

Boards are responsible for the resources and performance of health authorities. The minister noted nominees must have a diverse range of backgrounds, skills, interests, experience and expertise, and share a strong sense of commitment to achieving the provincial vision of healthy Manitobans through an appropriate balance of prevention and care.

Tourism plays an important role in Manitoba, including in the constituency of La Verendrye. In La Verendrye, we have the Whiteshell Provincial Park, Lake of the Woods, Sandilands Provincial Forest and many lakes and rivers. It has become a destination or second home to many Manitobans and tourists from around the world.

I’m proud to be a part of our new provincial government, which is significantly investing in the development of Manitoba’s tourism industry.

We are boosting the number of grants – each one is up to $25,000 - from our newly enlarged Tourism Development Fund in order to help northern, rural and Indigenous tourism and community organizations attract more visitors to Manitoba.

The cost-shared grants will be given to First Nations, community development organizations, rural and northern destination organizations, and festival and tourism groups to support their planning as well as their developments and expansions of tourism-related products and programs. These grants are available through applications for 2016/17 to the Tourism Development Fund, which our new Manitoba government is increasing by more than 50 per cent to $297,000 for the coming year.

Our government is, in addition, increasing funding by $3.1 million for Travel Manitoba this year to allow for expanded marketing campaigns targeting Canadian, American and international travelers.

make this possible,” said Manitoba Families Minister Scott Fielding.

“The Rental Housing Improvement Program provides landlords with an opportunity to make essential improvements to their properties and ensure the well-being of tenants now and into the future.”

Private landlords and housing co-

operatives in Manitoba can apply for up to $24,000 per unit to make any repairs needed to bring the property up to minimum levels of health and safety, including structural, heating, electrical, plumbing and fire-related issues. The available funding increases to $28,000 per unit for properties in northern

There are great opportunities for growth in Manitoba’s tourism sector, which generates more than $1.6 billion a year. Our government is working hard with the industry to bring more visitors from Canada and around the world to spend their vacation dollars in Manitoba. We live in a beautiful province, so let’s share it with the rest of the world.

September is upon us and Manitoba’s youth are getting back to school.

Once again, we will see all those big yellow buses that we have not seen since June carrying students to and from school. I would ask everyone to obey all traffic laws when around school buses and passing through school zones.

September is also the fall supper season, when each community has something unique to offer. I encourage everyone to attend their local fall suppers or travel to new ones for some fantastic dining experiences.

Many rural communities use these suppers as their main fundraisers, and supporting them goes a long way.

As always, I look forward to hearing from you with your questions or concerns. I can be reached at my constituency office at 204-424-5406, my legislative office at 204-9454339 or at dennis.smook@leg.gov. mb.ca.

Lagasse Opens St. Adolphe Constituency Office It has been a few months since the provincial election and newly elected Dawson Trail MLA has finally found a place to call home.

Residents wishing to contact Bob Lagasse or need assistance can visit the new Dawson Trail Constituency Office, which is located at 511 Main Street, in St. Adolphe.

Local constituency offices are important for MLA’s and residents alike because they serve as a hub for communications between an elected MLA and the community.

Local Constituency offices are a great place to obtain information on government services and con-

Housing Improvement Program Looking for Landlords Eligible landlords are encouraged to apply for funding under the Rental Housing Improvement Program to help ensure their properties provide safe and appropriate housing.

“All Manitobans deserve to feel safe and secure in their homes, and this program is one way we can help

Expanding Manitoba’s Tourism Development Funding

Making Roads and Infrastructure a Priority Back to School and Road Safety Welcome back to all the students, educators and many others such as the administrators, custodial and support staff who make our schools run smoothly. It’s that time of year when we walk through the hallways and see how each student has grown, listen to their summer experiences and prepare them for another year of learning. We are also reminded that when approaching the immediate school area, the speed limits are set at 30 km/per hour to keep our neighbours’ loved ones safe.

Part of representing Dawson Trail is to make sure that where we can be proactive, we are. The safety of our friends and families is always a high priority in everything we do. This is why I would like to hear from you about the provincial

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Manitoba. Once renovations are complete, the landlord must rent the units to lower-income tenants.

The deadline to apply is September 26. For application forms, more information and details on the landlord sessions, visit gov.mb.ca/ housing/mh.

tact information, or get assistance in understanding government policies and services as well as navigating through government bureaucracy.

Staff can also provide government documents, legislation, discussion papers and web-based forms.

Residents are invited to attend an official Constituency Open House, on September 17, in St. Adolphe from noon until 4 pm. Light refreshments will be served.

To contact Dawson Trail MLA Bob Lagasse or the Dawson Trail Constituency Office call 204-807-4663 or email ca.lagasse@outlook.com.

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Team Eastman Does Well in Powersmart Games For one week, 3,000 athletes converged on Steinbach where the 2016 Manitoba Summer Games took place from August 7 to 13.

Team Eastman celebrated as the weeklong competition by ending the final day with a cluster of gold medals. The Eastman team ended the event by capturing two gold medals in soccer and one in male volleyball.

Team Eastman took the gold medal after beating Westman two straight games in the gold medal match. On the soccer pitch, over 1,000 fans crowded the stands to witness Eastman capture both the male and female team’s gold medals.

At the end of the event, Team Eastman had claimed 66 medals, which placed them in fifth place overall.

The team earned 19 gold medals, 23 silver and 24 bronze.

Three coaches were also rewarded during the

event when Sport Manitoba and Manitoba announced the recipients of this year’s “Thanks Coach!” awards. The program pays tribute to coaches who go above and beyond in training the athletes to be the best they can be. Baseball coach, Jamieson Krentz, along with Soccer Coach William McKee and Swim Coach Courtney Bangert, were among twenty-eight coaches recognized at the closing ceremonies.

The Power Smart Manitoba Games are the province’s largest ongoing multi-sport program bringing together participants from across the province. The Games are held every two years and alternate between summer and winter sports events. Each set of Games involves upwards of 7,500 athletes, coaches, officials and volunteers.

Team Eastman’s Baseball team also earned one of the last gold medals of the week.

Trans-Canada East Slated for More Improvements

Both of Team Eastman’s boys and girls soccer teams brought home gold medals on the last day of competition.

Highway 1 Map

By Marianne Curtis In the middle of August, the province announced that $33 million in joint funding is available for major rehabilitation projects along the TransCanada Highway. In addition to making these highways safer and wider, this rehabilitation work is expected to extend their life by approximately 20 years.

Blaine Pedersen, Minister of Manitoba Infrastructure was proud to announce the partnership between the provincial and federal governments on seeing these projects through.

“Each of our highways connects communities and enables economic activity across our large and diverse province,” stated Pederson. “Highway 1-East is also an important lifeline for Manitoba servicing high volumes of traffic over a busy stretch of the Trans-Canada Highway.”

“The Government of Canada is pleased to be partnering with the Government of Manitoba to invest in much needed upgrades to the National Highway system in the province. This work will provide a more reliable and safe ride for both Manitobans and visitors, stimulate economic growth and contribute to the high quality of life Canadians want and expect”, said Doug Eyolfson, MP for Charleswood- St. James-Assiniboia-Headingley on behalf of the MP Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of In-

frastructure and Communities.

The announcement totalling $53 million in funding included the rehabilitation of PTH 6 with $10 million each from the Federal and Provincial governments. The TransCanada Highway is the only route that connects eastern Canada to western Canada, while PTH 6 provides an important connection from Winnipeg to Northern Manitoba.

AMM President Chris Goertzen is pleased to see these two projects proceed. “Manitobans have told us that infrastructure is their number one priority,” said Goertzen. “These projects will promote safe, efficient travel and allow greater economic opportunity into our municipalities, while at the same time linking communities to each other.”

The PTH1 project will rehabilitate two sections of the highway with grade widening of a 21.3 kilometre stretch from PTH 11 to Provincial Road 308, and resurfacing a length of 31.8 kilometres from Brokenhead River to the Greater Winnipeg Water District Railway.

The governments of Canada and Manitoba are each contributing up to $16.5 million to the PTH 1 East rehabilitation project under the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component - National and Regional Projects, representing the total project cost.

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Ladies Car Care Clinic Comes to Ste. Agathe

By Marianne Curtis Gone are the days, when women can say that only men look after the maintenance of their personal vehicles. Ladies are encouraged to come out and get dirty when Kelly Williams, racecar driver for over 15 years and Canada’s Worst Driver judge hosts one of the Car Care Clinics in Ste. Agathe.

Taking place September 26 at Ste. Agathe Service from 6 to 8:30 pm, the event is ladies only.

Alain Robert, owner of Ste. Agathe Service is proud to be hosting the event. “We look forward to having the ladies join us, and trust they will leave feeling a little more qualified and comfortable in knowing their vehicle and how best to take care of it, so it will take care of them!” Robert explained. “In Kelly’s own words, ‘Knowledge is power’! Women need to understand their cars better so they don’t feel intimidated!

As a race car driver, educator, safety advocate and TV personality, Kelly is sure to provide a fun, informative evening to learn about maintenance and your vehicle,” Robert added.

The Ladies Car Care Clinic is a fun, informative evening to learn about maintenance and your vehicle.

Learn what the various fluids look like, how a dirty air filter can impact your fuel economy and why it is important to check your tire pressure. Other subjects to be covered during the 2.5-hour clinic include learning the various fluids of a vehicle, both clean and dirty.

They will also be able to inspect oil filters cut open to examine the differences between clean and dirty filters.

Participants can expect to use their own vehicle as part of the class as they also learn to check their own oil and tire pressure, and how to pack a good vehicle emergency kit.

The clinic is taking place September 26 from 6 at 8:30 pm at Ste. Agathe Service, 195 Pembina Trail, Ste. Agathe. Space is limited to only thirty women, so register early by emailing alain@steagatheservice. com or call 204-882-2155 to reserve a spot.

There is no cost to attend, but at Kelly’s, there is a suggested $5/person donation in support of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Winnipeg.

To find out more about the clinic, check out her website at kellywilliamsracing.com.

Kelly Williams, racecar driver, and Canada’s Worst Driver judge is hosting an upcoming Ladies Car Care Clinics in Ste. Agathe.

Photo submitted by Kelly Williams Racing

September 2016

Charlie’s Ride Makes its Way through Manitoba

By Marianne Curtis On August 15, a cyclist from Nova Scotia made his way through the region as part of his cycling journey across Canada to raise funds for cancer research.

Chris MacDougall, a Truro, Nova Scotia businessman had already raised $92,000 and travelled over 2,000 km by the time he reached Richer. MacDougall, who is Chair of the Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute, was inspired to raise funds to help others and at the same time cherish the memory of his son, Charlie.

MacDougall said life changed forever on July 27, 2001 when his 11-year-old son Charlie was diagnosed with osteogenic sarcoma, the same bone cancer Terry Fox had.

After years of painful treatments, a brief reprieve when the cancer was in remission, and then its return, Charlie died at home with his family on December 28, 2004.

MacDougall began his journey July 24,

in Vancouver, British Columbia. “I am cycling across Canada because I want people to know that cancer research makes a difference,” said MacDougall. “Lots of kids avoid death because of research. I wish this could have been the case for our Charlie.”

The funds raised will be used to support the Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute (BHCRI) through the Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation (DMRF). DMRF was created more than 35 years ago to fund medical research excellence at Dalhousie Medical School. The Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute was created in 2009 to foster a more collaborative, productive and capacity-building cancer research effort in Atlantic Canada.

MacDougall said it was Charlie’s dream to become a biochemist and find a cure for cancer, and the bike ride to raise funds for research is his way of making his son’s dream a reality. He expects to reach his

destination of St. John’s, Newfoundland on September 28.

For more information or to donate in support of Charlie’s Ride for the Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute (BHCRI) through the Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) donations can be made online at dmrf. ca, charlies-ride-for-cancer-research.

Chris MacDougall hit the longitudinal centre of Canada along his cross-country trek in memory of his son Charlie.

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The Sweet Sound Revival

Enjoy concerts all year round! Makes the perfect gift… Duo Fortin-Poirier Pianists, The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre’s Last Train to Nibroc, Twin Kennedy fiddle, guitar and singing duo and more!

A huge feature is a Community Musical, The Wizard of Oz, directed by David Klassen! Another added attraction is the Family Day Fringe Fest in February. Reserve your seats today.

The Sweet Sound Revival – Thursday October 6.

Local talented artists Rosemary Siemens and Jayme Giesbrecht are partnering up for the debut of their 2 new albums! From touring the world, Rosemary’s new musical venture will be called “Rosemary & The Sweet Sound Revival, #PlumCouleeMyHome” and… soul, blues, and southern gospel being represented on Jayme’s debut album is “To Keep You from Falling”. This SAC Fundraiser is sure to have you cheering and wanting more!

Season Ticket Holders - Did you renew your seats? If not, call today...or we give them away! The best seats in town! (And for the community musical, you’re in!).

New! Koncerts 4 Kidz! Series Two family shows – Al Simmons, Juno award winning children’s entertainer on Saturday, October 22 as well as the ever-popular Munschbusters,

by Prairie Theatre Exchange on Friday, January 20.

Corks N’ Canvas Wine Tasting Fundraiser Thursday September 8 at SAC. Over 80 different wines served with appetizers sponsored by Country Meat Deli, raffle prizes sponsored by R Bistro.

Enjoy live artists and musicians. $25 tickets at The Liquor Mart, The Frantz, Country Meat Deli and SAC office.

Online Registration Special Register online steinbachartscouncil.ca for a fall and receive 10% OFF! Check our website for list of applicable fall programs. Try Any Program…

At No Cost!

The Backyard Theatre Company – We Want You! Build your confidence and explore your imagination. Get involved with the community! Learn about scripts, acting, character building – be in two productions and events in the community. For Ages 5 - 17.

Arts4Tots Preschool Program–New! Montessori-Inspired Curriculum We have added more creativity – check this out! Why are we unique? The most creative way to learn for ages 3-5 with specialists in dance, music, drama and visual arts! Join Miss Pam and Miss Jen for a year full of creativity, arts, field trips, learning and more! Monday/Wednesday AM or PM and Tuesday/Thursday AM or PM. Creative Wellness – Pilates – New! Power Pilates! Basic Core Pilates, New! Pilates Intermediate, On the Ball Pilates; Zumba; Yoga; Belly Dance – Beginner and Advanced.

Cooking – Creative Cooking, Kids in the Kitchen, Cake X-Travaganza Workshop and New! Couples Cooking.

Language – Spanish and French.

Visual Arts - Kids - Hand Building with Clay, Kids Art Adventure, Art XTravaganza.

Teens - Mixed Art, Pottery Passion, Digital Photography, Cartoon Illustration Adults -Beginner Watercolour Painting, New! Beginner Oil Painting, New! Abstract Acrylic Painting – Beginner and Intermediate, Contemporary Acrylic, Art X-Travaganza for Adults, Digital Photography, Intro to the Pottery Wheel and New! Film Making.

New! XCompany Dance at SAC - Offering 12 week Dance Classes! Try Hip Hop, Jazz, and Dance4Tots Creative Movement.

New! Canfitpro training - Personal training specialist training now available – with Eddie Miller. Wizard of OZ! comes to Steinbach. Auditions run Friday, November 4-Sunday, November 6. More details online after Thursday, September 1.

Fusion Musical Theatre workshops Expand your Triple Threat Skills…Music-Dance-Drama workshops by some of the industry’s finest! $35 per workshop – 4 for $126. Anyone auditioning for OZ will receive the first workshop, at no cost!

Bursaries available for a 4-workshop package. This opportunity is designed to welcome NEW artists to explore the world of musical theatre!

(Eligible students will not have performed in previous community musicals.) Call for details.

New! Music Lessons We have a stellar new lineup for 2016-17…some of the top instructors in the province will be teaching at the Arts Centre this year!

Piano - Dr. Darryl Friesen Vocal - Dr. Shannon Unger Cello – Natalie Dawe Flute – Katrina Distefano Theory - Candace Hamm Violin – Hannah Humphries Call 204-346-1077 for more information today!

Visit the steinbachartscouncil.ca website for their bios, details and how to contact them.

Hall Gallery Art Exhibit “August Brush” featuring Arlene Enns. Exhibit open to the public from until Monday, October 3 at Steinbach Cultural Arts Centre Hall Gallery.

Many more details on steinbachartscouncil.ca.

Local talented artists Rosemary Siemens and Jayme Giesbrecht are partnering up for the debut of their two new albums on Thursday, October 6 at the Steinbach Arts Council. From touring the world, Rosemary’s new musical venture will be called “Rosemary & The Sweet Sound Revival, #PlumCouleeMyHome” and soul, blues, and southern gospel being represented on Jayme’s debut album is “To Keep You From Falling”.

Rosemary Siemens

Jayme Giesbrecht

Look, Listen, Play It is a good thing when a parent can watch their children playing without the children knowing about it. It can be both entertaining and very educational.

There are times when I’m in the same room as my children but they seemed to have forgotten that I’m there (or they think that my hearing is gone) and they talk about a wide range of things that they normally wouldn’t, especially when it is a cousin they haven’t seen for a while.

I remember one time overhearing them discussing their level of popularity within their own schools; this surprised me because I would not have thought that they even cared about being popular since we never discussed it.

Quietly observing my children playing is also entertaining when I can get a glimpse into their creative play and having fun together.

Recently, I was privileged to watch (and hear them, as they can be quite noisy sometimes) as they played cars. They have this large “car mat” that has roads, buildings, rivers and trees printed on it. It was awesome to see my three children driving around on this mat and have a great time with each other. Having missed the beginning of their playing I tried to catch up and it sounded

like someone was a robber and the police were after them. Hiding in a tree, the robber did manage to elude the law for the time being while my daughter’s car was in the hospital getting repaired (aka the toy box).

Of course, that didn’t stop the giant dinosaur from wrecking havoc as he marched across the land. Using two cars as roller skates, he made his journey faster and more fun. There was also a moment that a teddy bear came strolling by and there was some high speed-racing going on using the streets as a racetrack. (Okay, the dinosaur and teddy bear was me playing with them – sometimes I have to join in too!)

It’s funny how differently my children play at something as universal as playing with cars. My sons like

to drive fast and play police and robbers while my daughter likes to drive the cars around and use them to chat with the other cars. When she mentions that this car and that car are in love, it bugs my oldest son to no end.

So my advice to any parent, slow down and observe your children at play and after a bit of learning about your children jump in and play too.

You’ll be glad you did.

Until next time, take care and keep your world spinning.

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Indie Festival Draws Music Lovers to Roseau River

By Marianne Curtis For three days, the tiny community of Roseau River was filled with the sounds homegrown music, laughter, and good times when the annual Rainbow Trout Music Festival took place from August 19 to 21.

Located a few miles south of St. Malo, along Highway #59, the Rainbow Trout Music Festival (RTMF) was bigger and better than previous years, according to George Beaudry, who hosts and performs at the event each year. “It was one of the best Rainbow Trout Music Festivals this year. We had great weather, good food, fantastic water and, oh yeah, the music. What a perfect line up complimented by the audio power of Jeff and the team,” said Beaudry.

“Things were really well organized due to a dedicated board of directors who do it from the heart which, I think, comes across in the attitude of the crowds turning this into a big kitchen party.”

The annual event is held to promote local Indie music and bring together

like-minded people for three days of music, camping, good friends, bonfires, dancing, swimming, and much more.

The event is also 100% volunteer driven and dedicated to promoting local music and arts.

For the past eight years, the RTMF cooperative promotes and celebrates diversity in local Indie music by hosting the annual RTMF along with smaller events throughout the year.

By including all genres of music, the festival offers the opportunity to experience an unmatched cross section of styles available at any single event currently held in Manitoba.

This year’s lineup included Beth, Basic Nature, Mise en Scene, Odanah, Begonia, Pop Tart, Orlando Gloom, Odd Outfit, Peat, Blimp Rock, Well Sister, Leaf Rapids, Palm Trees, Holy Void, Brady Allard, Lanikai, Drag Queens, Weaves, Blonde Goth, Smokey Tiger, William Prince, Mulligrub, Ultra Mega and Heartbeat City.

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Annual ROC Cyclathon Makes Opportunities Happen for Children

By Marianne Curtis At the beginning of August, cyclists braved the elements and pedaled 100 km to raise money to help kids participate in recreational activities.

Recreational Opportunities for Children (ROC) spokesperson Moni Loewen said they were excited about the event, especially after last year’s success. “We had amazing ROC Cyclathon! The best volunteers, crazy dedicated long route cyclists, cutest on earth family cyclists and together they raised over $8,200 in pledges,” said Loewen. “Kudos to Steinbach Source for Sports and La Broquerie Lumber Rona for supporting this event.”

Loewen hoped the group would

raise $10,000 during this year’s event. Last year, the event raised $8,700.

Taking place August 6, there were two routes to choose from, the Family Fun Route along the LA Barkman Park (Abe’s Hill) bike path in Steinbach that started at 11 am and the 10-100 km route from La Broquerie Lumber Rona along Hwy 210 towards Marchand and back. All cyclists were treated to a BBQ lunch at both locations.

The event actually started two year’s ago, with Loewen’s husband along with two cyclists when they completed a 100 km ride to raise funds and awareness about the organization. Last year, they decided to make it a public event.

Since 2009, Eastman Recreation

Opportunities for Children takes a hands-on approach with families to come up with a workable recreation plan and provides more that financial support for sports and physical activities. Activities include photography, music or singing lessons, gardening, dog obedience classes, dance, Kung Fu, Special Olympics, clay making, swimming lessons, soccer, creative writing and more.

On average, Recreation Opportunities for Children Eastman works with about thirty children per year in communities including St. Malo, St. Pierre-Jolys, Steinbach, Niverville, Blumenort, La Broquerie, Pine Falls and Beausejour.

For more information on ROC Eastman, pls visit roceastman.ca.

One of the many performances that took place throughout the weekend during the Rainbow Trout Music Festival.

The Roseau River provided a great locale to listen to live music while bobbing along the river.

Lorette Brothers Release Debut CD in Toronto

By Marianne Curtis

The cover of The Heist’s Debut single All I Want.

When The Dispatch first met Steven Porter, the Lorette man had just been named one of ten finalists in a MuchMusic Cover contest back in 2013.

While Porter did not win the contest, he along with his brother Spencer has since moved to Toronto where they along with Seth Meyer and Tyler Tsang formed a band called The Heist.

Discovered by Alyssa Reid, Wax Records signed the band in early 2015 and started gradually working on their debut album.

During that time, The Heist featured as guest performers on Alyssa Reid’s hit single “Dangerous”. While working with Alyssa they supported her on tour and met many radio programmers along

the way. They also played dates with Shawn Hook and Tyler Shaw, which helped build their growing fan base.

With the album done and legitimate excitement surrounding The Heist, the band released their first single “All I Want” in May. The infectious tropical anthem showcases the band’s pop sensibilities, but also their capabilities in the studio and behind their instruments.

The single went viral on Spotify on June 23. Soon afterwards, The Heist, followed their debut success by releasing their first professional video for “All I Want” which debuted on MuchMusic on July 26.

Between summer engagements, the band had time to release their second single called “Save Madonna, on August 26.

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HyLife Opens New Feedmill in Randolph

By Marianne Curtis On September 1, HyLife celebrated the official grand opening of the Randolph Feed Mill, one week after turning on the switches to the new state of the art feed mill.

The Randolph Feed Mill is a 12,800 square foot, state of the art facility, with advanced equipment and control systems. At the opening, Howard Siemans, Chief Finance Officer for HyLife recalled how the project started back in 2014. It took sixteen months to build the state of the art facility.

According to Siemens, they turned on the machines the last week of August but it will be a few weeks before it operates at full capacity.

Over the next few weeks, the facility will begin production by producing about 1,650 tons of feed per week.

In October, production will increase to 3,000 with full capacity of 5,000 tons per week to be reached in November.

Operations are expected to be 24 hours a day, 5 days a week. The mill is expected to produce 250,000 tonnes of feed pellets a year, which works out to be about 962 tonnes of feed a day. The location was chosen based on the site being a central location for farmers and for incoming grain. It is also located central to all of HyLife’s barns.

Now that it is complete, the facility will provide employment for 42 people with about 32 of those being truck drivers. HyLife expects that about 35 trucks per day will leave the new facility.

RM of Hanover Reeve Stan Toews attended the event. “We are glad On September 1, production commenced at the new HyLife Randolph Feed Mill.

they saw Hanover as a good fit for their operation,” said Toews. “This facility is impressive.”

In order to accommodate the traffic, the municipality had to upgrade the roads leading to the facility but it was a “Small price to pay,” Toews noted. The facility is expected to bring in $70,000 in tax revenue to the RM of Hanover. “Even though HyLife has grown into a global company, one thing that hasn’t changed is their dedication to giving back to our local communities here in rural Manitoba,” stated Provencher MP Ted Falk, who was on hand to congratulate HyLife’s owners Don Janzen and Denis Vielfaure. “In fact, one area farmer at the event today perhaps put it best when he told me, “Why am I off the fields for a few hours this afternoon? Because it’s HyLife.”

The facility can also house over 7,000 tonnes of material in 38 bulk bins on site.

HyLife’s owners Don Janzen and Denis Vielfaure gave Provencher MP Ted Falk a personal tour of the facility.

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Service Canada in Ste Anne Monthly Did you know that a Service Canada employee is in Ste Anne every month at the Manitoba Bilingual Service Centre, 30 Dawson Road?

It’s right next to my office. The next scheduled visit is Thursday, September 15, from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm.

Service Canada helps you access programs such as: Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), Employment Insurance (EI), Social Insurance Number (SIN), Apprenticeship Grants, Canada Education Savings Grant and the Canada Learning Bond.

I would recommend you visit the office to get on-line access to My Service Canada Account so you can access information about your CPP and OAS. Then you can see how much your CPP is estimated to be when you retire at 60 or 65 (and what your CPP Disability Payment or CPP Survivor Benefit may be, and what your CPP Death Benefit will be).

With on-line access, you can also change your address or update your banking information. Changing the address for Service Canada can only be done through My Service Canada Account or via phone (hard to reach someone), so I recommend you get My Service Canada Account set up now.

And getting access to My Service Canada Account is easy. Just bring your Social Insurance Number, identification (drivers licence, Manitoba ID card, birth certificate, passport, permanent resident card, or Canadian citizenship card) and your mother’s maiden name and the representative will immediately issue you a personal access code.

Then you can use the public computers on-site that are available year round, Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm and you can get help to sign on to My Service Canada Account.

Once you can access My Service Canada Account you can sign in via your “Sign In Partner”: this is using your Online Banking client card or user ID and password.

Most banks are partnered: BMO, RBC, Scotia, TD, and Tangerine.

If you do not have on-line banking with one of these banks, you will set up a GCKey and password.

Service Canada can also help with the following: - CPP / OAS applications needing documents certified to be a true copy.

- Social Insurance Number applications needing the birth certificate to be a certified true copy.

- Employment Insurance access codes.

- Apprenticeship Grants information and submitting documents.

While you are at the Manitoba Service Centre public computers, get registered for Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) My Account too (staff can provide some guidance). To register you will need your SIN, birth date, postal code and the two most recent tax returns (you will be asked some info about them as a way of confirming your identity). You will then be issued a security code and it will be mailed to the address CRA has on file. You should get it within 5-10 business days.

Once you have the security code, you can sign in to CRA My Account using the Partnered Banks (same as above) or you can create a CRA User ID and password (I’d recommend going thru the bank’s credentials to make it easier).

When you access your CRA My Account, you can get info on your income tax, GST credit and Canada Child Benefit. And you can check for instalment payments required and due dates, or how much your instalment payments are to date. And you can review and print your Notice of Assessment.

If you can, please visit the Service Canada employee in Ste. Anne on Thursday, September 15 9:30 am - 3:30 pm at 30 Dawson Road. I will be there most of the day to also help with anyone that wants to access Service Canada or Canada Revenue Agency.

Anni Markmann is a Personal Income Tax Professional and Certified Financial Planner; living, working, and volunteering in our community. Contact her at 204.422.6631 or 36 Dawson Road in Ste Anne (near Co-op) or Info@ SteAnneTaxService.ca.

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Taste of Summer Charity BBQ a Success

Dawson Trail Dispatch

24th Annual Carrick Days a Huge Success

By Marianne Curtis

Line up for a great summer lunch in front of SCU.

SAC was the charity of choice for the annual Taste of Summer BBQ held on August 24. Over $1,800 was raised.

SAC brought creative arts to the BBQ featuring Steinbach’s XCOMPANY free style dance inviting the public to join in the fun.

Local Visual Artist Ray Heidinger created a work of art at the BBQ, asking the community to put their special touch to the painting as well.

Carrick may be a tiny community that consists of less than a dozen full time residents, yet each year the group manages to throw one of the most successful events in the area.

For two days, the community of Carrick grew by several hundred people when the 24th Annual Carrick Days took place on August 6 and 7.

When the gates opened at noon on Saturday, visitors were treated to a community parade followed by live entertainment by the Clint Dutiaume Band, Catie St. Germaine Band, and Visitors at this year’s festival enjoyed the new photo booth.

DJ Roy Harrison.

As always, the highlight of the weekend was the annual Horseshoe Tournament, which pits family members and friends against each other, while competing for the coveted Carrick Cup. There were also activities for the kids, a community supper and fireworks.

On Sunday, everyone was invited for breakfast, followed by the first annual “Carricks Got Talent” contest, where people could sing, dance, play an instrument or karaoke for a cash prize.

Organizers are already planning next year’s event, which will celebrate 25 years.

The annual Horseshoe Tournament is always hot with competition.

Dispatch Editor Receives Rodeo Buckle

By Marianne Curtis It took some ingenuity, but the Richer Rodeo Committee managed to surprise Dispatch editor and avid community volunteer Dan Guetre with an award to recognize his ongoing dedication to the success of the community. “We cannot think of anyone more deserving to give this award to this year,” said Richer Rodeo President Pat Stolwyk. “Dan has been the driving force behind the success of the Richer Rodeo, from planning the event, to marketing, ordering prizes, merchandise and buckles. Dan has done it all.”

Guetre was recognized for his dedication to ensuring that many community projects have moved forward successfully.

Guetre was presented with a custom Richer Rough Stock Buckle based on the design he created for the 2016 event champions.

Photo by Marianne Curtis

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La Broquerie Fire Chief Island Bound for STARS

By Marianne Curtis

Country band Petric took to the stage before a sold out crowd of over a thousand people at the mainstage.

By Marianne Curtis For three days, the community of Grunthal was bustling with activity for the 71st Annual Hanover Agriculture Fair that took from August 19-21. This year’s festival delivered on its promise to be bigger and better than other years.

President of the Hanover Agriculture Society Curtis Dawydiuk said the main attractions were the bullarama and the demolition derby.

“We had amazing entertainment this year and everyone enjoyed themselves,” said Dawydiuk. “Once again we could never have pulled this off without our hundreds of volunteers; without them, this event would not be what it is today.”

For the fourth year in a row, the big draw of the weekend came Thursday night with the flying mud, roaring engines and crunching metal of a good old-fashioned demolition derby.

Friday kicked off with a pancake breakfast, followed by a light horse show, tons of children’s activities during the day. On Friday night, the

Photo by Marianne Curtis

toughest riders took on even tougher bulls in the Bullarama.

The rodeo was full of action again on Saturday and Sunday with the MRCA/CCA Rodeo in the central arena. In the evening, the Gymkhana was open to all ages, and all skill levels for events such as barrels, poles, Big T, Rescue and Boot races.

On Sunday, a community worship service was held followed by more action in the rodeo ring including an ATV rodeo. At the end of the day, awards were handed out, followed by fireworks. Several new activities were added, including the cow milking, youth tent, Tractor show and games, arm wrestling and enduro cross.

Rodeo goers were drawn into a weekend of live entertainment with performances by Quinton Blair, Dave James Music and Petric. The Critter Corner, pony Rides, AGucation Centre and Family Fun Zone were hits with the kids.

The fourth annual Rescue on the Island is taking place on September 16, and public help is needed to rescue eight people including La Broquerie Fire Chief Alain Nadeau from a deserted island, while raising money for STARS. The group will be dropped off by helicopter on a remote island in Manitoba where they will have nothing but their sense of adventure, enthusiasm and a list of phone numbers. Participants will need to reach their personal fundraising goal of $50,000 before being rescued. The participants will be paired with STARS crewmembers and presented with an Amazing Race style blend of survival and medical challenges.

Rescue on the Island has raised over $750,000 since starting in 2013, and this year’s goal is $450,000.

Nadeau volunteered to participate in the event because as the La Broquerie Fire Chief, and volunteer firefighter for 37 years, he has seen a lot of trauma. “There is no greater feeling that seeing the red helicopter land as you’re about to pull a patient out of a mangled car,” said Nadeau. “At that point, you know that you’ve done your best to make sure that the patient receives the best.”

The public can help by going to rescueontheisland.ca, where event participants have profile pages set up to receive donations.

This year’s participants include Louis Trepel, Community advocate; Kevin Comte, VP Sales and Marketing, Ag division of Enns Brothers; Justin Swandel, Realtor, Terracon Development; Richard Cloutier, News Director with CJOB Radio; Brad Lawson, President, Clark’s Poultry; John Oades, Fleet Manager, Beaver Trucking and Anupam Kothari, President, Kothari Group (Hampton Inn).

La Broquerie Fire Chief Alain Nadeau has seen firsthand the value of having STARS in Manitoba.

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What an Amazing Truth!

Ephesians 3:14-19... 14) For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15) from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16) I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17) so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18) may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, 19) and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. (NIV) When I think of the wisdom and superiority of God’s plan, I feel like falling on my knees in prayer before our Father in heaven. I think it is impossible for you and me to understand the full measure of God’s love for each and every one of us, whether here on earth or in heaven. God, out of His aweinspiring, never-ending resources, desires to give you and me the inner strengthening of His Holy Spirit, to making His home in our hearts, and to live within us as we learn to trust in Him so that, at last, we will be filled up with God Himself ...

What an amazing truth!

The Bible teaches that we are to pray for all our daily needs.

That is actually a pretty important order. An order that is not always that easy to fulfill, but it is an order nevertheless, a charge that is necessary if you and I want to live a noteworthy Christian life. Prayer is a source of power for the Christian because it is that personal link we have that allows us to communicate with our Heavenly Father through Jesus Christ our Lord.

The apostle Paul prayed people would receive that inner strength through prayer so that they/we might better discern the difference between what is right and wrong. Paul also directs our attention to Christ’s desire to fill us with the wisdom, which will help us to walk as Disciples of Christ.

Prayer is powerful. As we exercise the power of prayer, we become aware that our conscience develops sensitivity towards the choices between right and wrong. Without prayer, it is

possible for us to become so insensitive that we dull the prodding of the Holy Spirit within our heart and gradually we disregard that power which can keep us from yielding to temptation. And so an active prayer life will keep our consciences tender and alert.

Ever notice that we often know what is right, and really, we want to do what is right, but somehow our will to do the right thing is not strong enough to back that wisdom and to carry out those noble intentions. The reason is that the natural earthly nature in us, the conscience, and the spirit is being challenged by both good and evil. The strengthening of that inner force comes when Christ takes up his permanent residence in our hearts. So the secret of that strength is the very presence of Christ within our lives.

Christ will never force his way in, but he will gladly come should we invite him into our heart.

The privilege of every believer is that we have within us the very power of Christ. God desires to pour His life into us so that we might have the strength to live life to the fullest. This is the mystery of Christ that many folks have a problem with. The greatest need for Christians everywhere is to be filled with his nature and character. We are to rise above the noise of this world and trust him who can keep us safe and secure, free from this world’s clatter. The power within us is Christ, therefore, He is able to do beyond all that we ask or think ... prayer is one key component for tapping into that power.

Would you pray this prayer with me … “Lord Jesus, come into my heart. Forgive my sins. I want my life to change. My thoughts and my attitude need to change.

I do not have the peace in my heart that I yearn for. I really want that peace, joy and happiness that will fulfill my heart’s desire. Please let the Holy Spirit help me be the kind of Christian that will honour Your Name.”

Amen.

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Filling the Void with Lasting Joy Why is it that nothing of this world gives lasting satisfaction?

Lots of things bring joy and satisfaction for a period of time, but eventually the novelty wears off and we start looking to something else to fill that void. It seems that everything we try leads to emptiness at the end. The Bible calls this vanity and Jeremiah 16:19 defines vanity as, “Things wherein there is no profit.” This lack of profit doesn’t refer to financial gain, but rather to our soul (our inner being, or the real person).

King Solomon, an early king in Israel, tried everything in his power to find something that would satisfy his searching soul. But nothing worked for him and his conclusion was repeated six times in the short book of Ecclesiastes, “All is vanity.” If someone with unlimited resources couldn’t find lasting satisfaction anywhere or with anything on earth, how can the rest of mankind find it?

Romans 8:20 gives interesting insight into this problem. It says God made us “subject to vanity.”

In other words, God made us so that the things we see around us would appeal to us and we would want to have them to enjoy. Not

all of us want the same things but we all want something.

I remember as a young married man with a young family looking at four wheelers. We had never owned one, or even had access to one. So we went out and bought two Polaris 250s. They brought tremendous enjoyment, pleasure and entertainment to our whole family. We rolled those things, we went thru water, and even wedged one between two trees and bent the front frame. It was great. Today, I own one four wheeler with a little dump trailer and it sits in my garage most of the time. The excitement that was once there is now long gone.

I remember several Christmases and birthdays where gifts were given and our children were ecstatic with their presents for a few days but then they just sat off in a corner most of the time.

So why would God make us so that we would crave the things of the world around us, and then later realize they are vanity (they don’t really satisfy)?

I believe the answer is two fold.

When God made us, He gave us a free will to make choices on our own. We can choose the things of

this world to bring joy and satisfaction or we can look to God for that satisfaction. Because all the things of this world are vanity, they can’t bring lasting fulfillment, even though a lot of them are not bad things in and of themselves.

What God really wants is for man to come to the end of himself trying to find vain things that satisfy, and then of their own free will, turn to God for that lasting fulfillment. That brings joy to the heart of God. Are you tired trying to satisfy that void in your heart with the things of this world? If so, why not turn to God and trust His Son to forgive all your sins, make you a child of the King and bring lasting joy, satisfaction and fulfillment that nothing or no one can ever take from you.

God bless you as you seek Him and His will for your life!

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Pat Porter Active Living Centre offers programs, activities, services and volunteer opportunities, striving to promote healthy and active living for older adults of the southeast region. We invite you to come, pay us a visit, and consider participating in some of our programs. Drop by the Centre Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. For more information call the Centre at 204-320-4600 or go to patporteralc.com.

Regular Activities:

Up Coming Events: Please come

Floor Curling: On Wednesdays 1:30 – 4 pm.

Choir – Starts on Wednesday, October 5 at 10 am.

Drop in Billiards: Monday - Friday 12 – 4 pm.

Computer Classes: Not offered in July and August.

Cards: 1 pm - 4 pm. Monday – Canasta, Wednesday - Cribbage; ThursRentals and Functions: Book your day – Whist. next function at Pat Porter Active Living Centre. We can accommo- Tai Chi: On Monday evenings at 7 date the following but are not lim- pm and Wednesday mornings at 10 ited to Weddings, Anniversaries, am.

Birthdays, Banquets, Conferences, Family Gatherings and More! Con- Pickleball: Monday, Tuesday, tact Lynda at 204-320-4603 for more Thursday and Fridays 9 am – Noon information. and on Monday, from 1 – 4 pm. by the Centre to pick up our newsletter for full details on all upcoming events.

Diamond Athletic Medical Supplies – On Thursday, Sept 15 from 1- 2:30 pm will be presenting an informative presentation on an assortment of Health Care Products for Active Daily Living. This will include braces, walking aids and other items.

Call 204-320-4600 to register.

Floor Shuffle: On Tuesdays 1:30 – 4 pm.

Old Time Band Practice: Not offered in July and August.

Model Railway Project: Monday Friday from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Beltone Hearing Clinic: Third Friday of the month. Call 1-800-661Hanover Dental Clinic – On Thurs- 2653 to book your appointment. day, September 29 from 10- 11 am Hanover Dental Clinic is excited to Note – occasionally programs are host a short Oral Health Care pre- cancelled due to special events. sentation which will include Free Please contact the Centre for confirDenture Exams and Cleanings for mation of programs times and date. those who attend. Please call 204Help Us Out 320-4600 to register.

We are in need of certain tasks over Birthday Party: On first Wednes- the summer months as some of our day of the month – September 7 at 2 Volunteers who help all year are in – 3 pm. Cost $2 for guests and free need of a well-deserved break. If for those celebrating their birthday. you have some time available we could use your help.

Potluck: On Thursday, September 8 at 6 pm. Cost $6. Please bring a Meals on Wheels and Kitchen Help Salad, Casserole or Dessert. If you - The Kitchen is in need of some exknow, you are coming please call a tra hands preparing meals during the week in advance so we can prepare summer months and drivers for the the appropriate quantity of meat. En- Meals on Wheels program. tertainment will be Bingo. Contact Lynda at 204-320-4603 to register Flower Beds and Lawn Maintenance – We are looking for volunand for more information. teers to help us with our flowerbeds Lunch Available: From Monday and lawn maintenance. Even if you through Friday. Cost $6. Contact can only help out 1 or 2 times in the 204-320-4605 by 9 am to reserve season it, all helps and is greatly apyour meal. Purchase your meal ticket preciated. at the receptionist desk before noon.

Monthly menus are available at the Membership at Pat Porter Active office, online, or in the newsletter. Living Centre - is only $25 per year.

Memberships are due in January of Bring a friend! each year. After January, memberBeltone Hearing Clinic: Third Fri- ships can be bought at $30. Memday of the month. Call 1-800-661- bership is for those 55 years of age and older. Benefits include reduced 2653 to book your appointment. program rates, a voice in business Foot Care Clinic: Foot care is avail- meetings, voting rights, and eligibilable the first Tuesday and Wednes- ity to serve on the board or commitday of every month and the third tees.

Tuesday and Thursday of every month. Call the centre to book your Volunteer with us – we could use volunteers in many different areas. appointment.

Whatever your skill set or age, we Note – occasionally programs are have a place for you. Contact Lynda cancelled due to special events. at 204-320-4603 for more info or the Please contact the Centre for confir- centre at 204-320-4600. mation of programs times and date.

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September 2016 RCMP NOTICES

Celebrating 20 Years of Service to Our Communities!

Wheelbarrow Full of Stolen Tools

ATV Stolen in Steinbach

On August 24, Steinbach RCMP received a report of a stolen ATV from a resident on Third Street in Steinbach. The ATV is a 660 Yamaha Raptor, blue in colour. The theft occurred between Tuesday August 23 and Wednesday August 24.

If you have any information in regards to the above theft you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at 204-326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or manitobacrimestoppers.com or text “TIPMAN” On August 19, Steinbach RCMP plus your message to Crimes (274637). received a report of a break in and theft at the Penn-Co Compound in the RM of Hanover.

Someone had entered the compound taking multiple items. Video surveillance reveals a tall and slender male wearing a hoodie and a ball cap.

If you have any information in regards to the above break and enter, you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at 204-3264452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800222-8477 or manitobacrimestoppers.

On July 29, members of the Steinbach com or text “TIPMAN” plus your RCMP Detachment responded to report message to Crimes (274637). of a break and enter at a residence on Steinbach RCMP received a Breezy Bend that occurred between the Pics report of a break in on Rd 33 hours of midnight and 7 am. theft1.jpg N in the RM of La Broquerie.

An unknown person(s) broke into a theft2.jpg The break in occurred someresidence and vehicle on Breezy Bend time between July 30 at 12 stealing a laptop and a Honda Jazz pm and August 2 at 10:45 am scooter. stealing a Stihl chain saw.

The Steinbach RCMP is asking for If you have any information the public’s assistance identifying the in regards to the above you person(s) responsible. are asked to contact the SteinIf you have any information in regards bach RCMP Detachment at to the above you are asked to contact 204-326-4452 or CrimeStopthe Steinbach RCMP Detachment at pers at 1-800-222-8477 or 204-326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1manitobacrimestoppers.com 800-222-8477 or manitobacrimestopor text “TIPMAN” plus your pers.com or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to Crimes (274637). message to Crimes (274637).

Compound Targeted

by Thief

Chainsaw Stolen

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Breezy Bend Break In

On Sunday, September 4 Steinbach RCMP were advised of a break and enter to a residence and a Utility trailer. The Break and Enter occurred at a residence on Reimer Avenue in Steinbach between Monday, August 29 and Sunday, September 4. A large amount of construction tools worth between $4,000 and $6,000 were stolen from the residence and utility trailer. It is believed that the culprit(s) transported the stolen tools away from the residence with a stolen wheelbarrow.

The culprit(s) are believed to have departed travelling eastbound on Reimer Avenue towards Hespeler Street North.

If you have any information in regards to the above you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at (204) 326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.manitobacrimestoppers.com or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to Crimes (274637).

Youths Sought in Parking Lot Key Theft On August 18 at 11:32 pm to 11:38 pm, several vehicles parked at the Martin’s Diesel parking lot were broken into. Three male youths were caught on security camera accessing several vehicles. Three set of keys were taken from three of the vehicles. The Steinbach RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the three persons involved.

If you have any information in regards to the above you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at 204-326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or manitobacrimestoppers.com or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to Crimes (274637).

Multiple Items Stolen in Residential Break In On Tuesday, August 23 Steinbach RCMP were advised of a residential break in that occurred at a residence on Southwood Drive in Steinbach between 7:30 am and 3:45 pm.

Tools, money, electronics and jewellery were stolen from the residence. Police are asking if anyone between these hours saw anyone walking in or around the area carrying a chainsaw in its case, tools in their respective cases and a blue plastic bag to contact the police with this information.

If you have any information in regards to the above you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at 204-326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or manitobacrimestoppers.com or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to Crimes (274637).

Thief Takes Tools from Residence On Monday, August 29 Steinbach RCMP were advised of a break in that occurred at a residence on Amberfield Drive in Mitchell between Saturday, August 27 and Sunday, August 28.

Construction tools worth approximately $2,000 were stolen from the residence.

According to police, the suspect gained entrance by smashing the basement window. Some of the items stolen are a Makita circular saw, air compressor, Prime 4G compressor, Paslode nailer and various other tools.

If you have any information in regards to the above you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at (204) 326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or manitobacrimestoppers.com or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to Crimes (274637).

Ag Equipment Dealer Hit Multiple Times Steinbach RCMP are requesting the public’s help in identifying suspects in a recent theft of farm equipment. Between the third week of July and the second week of August 2016, suspects on several occasions stole multiple parts and equipment from Double R Farm Equipment on Highway 12 North in Steinbach.

If you have any information in regards to the above you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at 204-326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or manitobacrimestoppers.com or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to Crimes (274637).

Farm Parts Stolen Sprague RCMP received a report of a theft of parts from farm equipment in the RM of Piney that occurred between July 2 and July 18 from a farmyard located off PR 210 between Hwy 12 and Woodridge. Stolen parts included six (6) baler rims and tires, two (2) 3/8” hydraulic hoses and one (1) PTO shaft.

If you have any information in regards to the above you are asked to contact the Sprague RCMP at (204)437-2401 Ext. Steinbach RCMP Detachment at 204-326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or manitobacrimestoppers.com or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to Crimes (274637).

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September 2016

Carbon Monoxide: the Silent Killer Inspect Your Detector Carbon monoxide is “the silent killer” - colourless, odourless and tasteless gas you won’t be able to detect on your own. If you have a carbon monoxide detector, a beep can mean the difference between life and death.

Manitoba Hydro wants to help keep you safe. Make sure your carbon monoxide detector’s batteries are fresh, and be familiar with the manufacturer’s instructions. Test the detector periodically to make sure it’s working correctly. While a carbon monoxide detector can warn you of the presence of CO gas, it does not prevent build up of the gas. Dangerous levels of carbon monoxide can result from a faulty appliance, a clogged chimney, inadequate venting, back

drafting of flue gases, or a build up of engine exhaust in a garage.

Follow these safety precautions to minimize the risk of CO build up in your house: - Have your heating system checked and cleaned regularly.

- Install a fresh air intake duct into wood-burning fireplaces or stoves.

If that’s not possible, leave windows open while burning wood.

- Clear blockages from external vents and chimneys.

- Never use gasoline-powered equipment in an attached garage (or in the house).

- Never use a barbecue or propane lantern in your home or garage.

Signs of Carbon Monoxide When your carbon monoxide detector is working properly, a loud alarm will sound at the presence

of CO gas. If you hear your carbon monoxide detector go off, you must react. It is a matter of life and death. Never unplug the detector or remove its batteries.

Other signs indicating the presence of carbon monoxide gas include: - Stuffy, stale or smelly air, - More than the usual amount of window condensation, - Soot around fireplaces, chimneys, or other fuel-burning equipment; - Back draft of fuel-burning equipment; - Pilot lights that keep going out.

Don’t let “the silent killer” into your home - inspect your carbon monoxide detector today.

For more information on CO safety, visit hydro.mb.ca or call 1-888-MB HYDRO.

Prolific Scam Artist Sentenced On July 28 Jesse Cole, a prolific offender, was sentenced for his role in, a pre-meditated and sophisticated fraud on Steinbach area residents. Using the alias of Jesse Sinclair, Cole used on-line dating sites to locate and lure unsuspecting victims into a dating relationship. Once in the relationship, Cole conducted an on ongoing scam which involved fictitious real estate transactions, credit card fraud and debit card fraud. During the investigation, it was learned that Cole had been committing these offences across Canada for a number of years.

Cole aged 32 of no fixed address had previously been charged with 30 fraud related offences by the Steinbach General Investigation section dating back to November 2015.

Cole was convicted of one count of fraud over $5,000, for which he was sentenced to four years in jail. Cole was also convicted of two counts of fraud under $5,000, fraudulent possession of credit card data and failing to comply with a probation order. Cole was sentenced to an additional 18 months custody on these charges to be served concurrently with the four years.

At the time of his arrest, Cole was wanted for similar crimes in Ontario, Quebec and Alberta. These charges remain before the courts.

Wild Rice Harvest Opens in Whiteshell This year’s wild rice harvest in Whiteshell Provincial Park got underway for both handpicking and mechanical harvest on August 31.

As a result of heavy rains and flooding in the area this season, the wild rice crop is expected to be poor on most lakes in the Whiteshell.

Camping for harvesters in traditional locations such as Lone Island, Flags of Freedom, the picnic area at the Rennie River Bridge and the Betula group use area will be permitted. All regular camping fees will apply for those choosing to stay in a provincial campground.

As in past years, lakes in the Whiteshell are divided into two categories for harvesting purposes. Harvesting must be done by hand at Lone Island, Little Whiteshell, Mallard, Crowduck and Brant Lakes as well as the portion of the Whiteshell River from Jessica to Mallard Lakes.

Mechanical equipment may be used on Heart, Echo, Little Echo, South Cross, Jessica, Betula and White Lakes.

Anyone seeking information about the rice harvest or general regulations, including fees, can contact the office in Rennie at 204-369-3152 or the Seven Sisters District office at 204348-4005.

Coffee Breaks Support the Alzheimer Society

By Marianne Curtis For the next two months, getting together for coffee can help raise money for the Alzheimer Society. During September and October, businesses, individuals and organizations can help raise money to support programs and services for people with dementia, by hosting a Coffee Break event.

Leona Doerksen, South Eastman Regional Coordinator for Alzheimer Society of Manitoba said a Coffee Break is an easy event to host. “Coffee Break is a great way to bring family, friends and coworkers together for a great cause,” sais Doerksen. “It really doesn’t take much of your time to participate in this fundraiser. Just put on some coffee and put out a donation box, we even provide you with the supplies!”

When guests attend a Coffee Break event, they donate to the Society in exchange for

their coffee and treat. Any donation is appreciated and Doerksen added, “Guests can be assured that the money raised stays in Manitoba.”

Coffee Break events can be held anywhere a table can be set up and serve beverages such as coffee, tea, juice, smoothies, hot chocolate, lemonade and baked goods and snacks can be added.

Requests can also be made to the Alzheimer Society for someone to come to the event and speak about dementia and the resources available to families.

For those unable to participate in a Coffee Break event, text “COFFEE” to 45678 to donate $5 to the Alzheimer Society.

To register as a Coffee Break host and obtain your special event kit, visit Alzheimer. mb.ca or call for more information at 204943-6622 or 1-800-378-6699.

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Back to School: Bus Safety When a vehicle – like a school bus – makes contact with power lines, electricity from the lines wants to find the easiest way to the ground. The bus provides a passage for electricity to the ground.

If your school bus contacts a power line, take these steps: - Use the bus radio to call for assistance or yell to someone already outside the bus for help.

- If the bus is still working and it is safe to do so, back the bus slowly away from the lines.

- If you can’t back away, keep everyone on the bus. Passengers could be exposed to electrocution if they try to leave the bus.

- Keep others at least 15 metres (or 50 feet) away from the accident site, as the ground around the vehicle will be energized.

- Never touch a wire.

If your school bus encounters a power line and it causes a fire, follow these steps: - Evacuate the bus – safely. To do this, students should hop clear of

the bus one at a time with arms tightly at their sides. They must jump clear without touching the bus and the ground at the same time. They must land with their feet together and shuffle a safe distance away from the bus.

- Keep the students together in a group and do not allow them to re-enter the accident site.

- Call Manitoba Hydro for assistance.

When a vehicle meets power lines, electricity fans out from the vehicle like a pebble dropped into a pond. The most powerful current will be at the centre, and the voltage will decrease the further you get from the centre. You do not want parts of your body contacting two things of different voltages, as you will become the route electricity travels from higher voltage to lower voltage to ground.

For more information about safety around power lines, contact Manitoba Hydro at hydro. mb.ca.

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September 2016

Celebrating 20 Years of Service to Our Communities!

Southern Health Wants Your Opinion As part of their ongoing commitment to community engagement and transforming the patient experience, Southern Health-Santé Sud is looking for public input into the development of a Declaration of Patient Values. This important document will help them understand what is truly important to patients so they can plan for health services that meet those needs.

An online survey has been developed to identify and prioritize what matters most to patients. They are asking all residents of the region to complete this short survey by going to fluidsurveys.com/s/ SouthernRHApatientvalues and contributing to the ongoing work of patient and family-centred care. The survey can also be accessed at southernhealth.ca.

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Marchand Logging Days Draw Crowds

By Marianne Curtis On August 20 and 21, the Marchand Community Club once again hosted a successful Marchand Logging Days. From the inaugural Red Neck Games with participants trying their hand at log sawing to the Mud Bog, this year’s event was well attended and deemed a huge success by organizers.

This year, the weather held out and there were tons of activities to be enjoyed including a large KidZone for the kids, lawnmower races, slow pitch tournament, and evening dance with live music.

The mud flies during this year’s mud bog.

Photos by Marianne Curtis

Jeffery Poirier tries his hand at log sawing during this year’s Marchand Logging Days.

Forty-Eight Confirmed for CEO Campout

By Marianne Curtis Today House CEO Sleepout.

Forty-eight business owners, exThis year’s event is booked in ecutive officers and other interested the KR Barkman Park, on Main individuals have already signed Street in Steinbach, for September up to participate in the 4th annual 15.

Simone Penner, with Today House said the last three Sleepouts have been tremendously successful. “The Sleepout is a great opportunity to meet others in the community who want to make a difference by helping Today House create awareness about those experiencing homelessness in our community, and to raise funds,” said Penner.

Today House does not receive ongoing government funding. “As such, events like the CEO Sleepout are essential to funding this important work and ensuring that we are able to offer emergency shelter to those in need,” Penner added.

“Our goal this year is to raise $50,000; we hope readers can be part of this bold target!”

To participate in the event, a $100 minimum donation is required. To register or for further information, email Simone Penner, Chair of Today House, at simone@penner. ca or call 204-326-3353.

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Provencher BBQ Well Attended

By Marianne Curtis On August 30, over 1,000 supporters attended the Provencher Constituency BBQ hosted by MP Ted Falk.

“My community barbeques are an excellent opportunity to meet with my constituents and to hear the issues that are important to them,” stated Falk. “It was a great way to wind up the summer and connect with families from across the riding.”

St. Malo resident Diane Wilson was one of the supporters who attended the event. Suffering from seasonal asthma, which affects where and when she goes out, this

was the first time Wilson traveled to attend one of these annual events. “I attended to support him for standing up for the rights I believe in. I felt he should know he has my support; He did come to our area, but both times it was a day I was away,” Wilson explained. “He made himself available to those there if they wanted to talk with him and didn’t rush through the conversation. I felt he listened to what I had to say.”

Now that BBQ season is winding down, Falk is getting ready to return to work in Ottawa when Parliament returns to fall session on September 19.

Provencher MP Ted Falk takes a moment to visit with St. Malo resident Diane Wilson during the event.

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C ommunity E vents Anola Eastland’s Wildlife Association Gun and Hobby Show – On Saturday September 17 at the Community Club from 10 am – 4 pm. Admission $6, Under 12 free. For table Rental or information Contact Wayne 204-853-2006 or Debbie 204866-2967.

Floor Curling - Friday 10 am – 12 pm Contact to register Mary Ann vintageclub@transcanadacentre.com, 204-339-6141.

Our Lady of the Roses Prayer Group – Meets on the first Saturday of every month, at 6:30 pm to recite the Rosary and learn about Our Lady of the Roses, Mary Help of Mothers and receive Blessed Rose Petals and other Sacramentals from Caliento Divine Liturgy Celebrating 100-year anniversary of the Na- Blessed Mother’s place of miracles. Contact Corinna 204-878tivity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church 4908 or email her at corinnaswetz@hotmail.com for more (Sopiwnyks) – On Sunday September 18 at 10:30 am with info and register.

Metropolitan Archbishop Lawrence Huculak and the Macenko Choir. Dinner to follow at Vita Hall. Contact for tickets Roman Kleefeld Community Playgroup - For parents, caregivers and children 204-425-7779 or Emile 204-661-0373. up to age 5. Activities include time for playing, stories, songs and snacks. Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at the Falcon Lake Biathlon Training Camp – On Saturday, September 17 – Sun- Kleefeld Rec Centre. Contact Irene Ascough 204-377-5013. day, September 18.

La Broquerie Swamp Donkey Adventure Race – On Saturday, September Giving from our Hearts – On Saturday, September 24 from 6 17. Two options, a 9 hr or 18 hr adventure race through the - 8 pm at the Frantz Inn. rugged Manitoban wilderness! Teams of three use a map and We are hosting a pork on a bun event to raise funds to help compass to navigate an unmarked course through the back- support our northern food security programs in Nunavut. Cost country of eastern Manitoba. Run, paddle and bike to attempt $20. Contact or Text 204-794-5875 for tickets. Support tickto be the fastest team to reach all checkpoints before the cut ets also available for $10 each. off and make it to the finish line where a spectacular awards ceremony, the legendary post race party and a meal fit for a Seine River Services for Seniors- Health Centre/Centre de Swamp Donkey awaits! Prohibited are GPS or electronic device Santé from Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4 pm. Services (smart phone) with GPS capabilities enabled and Maps other and programs for seniors. Income Tax help, Lifeline, mobilthan those supplied by the race organizers. Cost 9 hr race ity equipment, foot care, hair care, transportation, home $515/team or 18 hr race $690/team. To see mandatory gear maintenance, yard maintenance, Telecheck, E.R.I.K. program, puzzles and games. Contact Community Resource Coordinator lists and contact to swampdonkeyar.com.

Juliette Rowan, 204-424-5285 or labseinerss@gmail.com.

Shopping Trips to Winnipeg’s St.Vital Mall every first Thursday Giroux Bingo - Every Thursday at Giroux Hall. Doors open at 5 pm, of the month, leaving at 10 am - 3 pm. Cost $15. Steinbach’s Bingo starts at 7 pm. Hall rental information for Socials, wed- Clearspring Centre every last Thursday of the month, from 10 dings, family functions, Meetings and more please call Debbie am - 1 pm. Cost $10.

204-424-5506 or Mike 204-326-6260.

Lorette Annual Pancake Breakfast – On Saturday, September 10 from Glenlea Volunteer Appreciation Evening - On Tuesday, September 8 am to 11 am at the Fire Hall. Everyone welcome!

27 from 7 - 9 pm at the Bruce D Campbell Farm and Food Discovery Centre. A celebration evening for all our dedicated Spirals Rhythmic Gymnastics Club – For 10 Tuesday evenings volunteers with local craft beer sampling and local food ap- begins October 4 at 6 – 7 pm or 7 – 8 pm at the Immersion petizers. RSVP to Lesley at cedo@ritchot.com or call/text School in the Gymnasium, 475 Senez St. Cost $103.00 per child for the 10 sessions. Designed for girls between the ages 204.803.2871.

4 and 10. Focuses on developing, flexibility, strength, grace, endurance, rhythm, coordination, musical awareness and Grunthal Eastman Ghost Riders 4H Club Registration – On Monday, creativity, while learning the basics of the sport in a fun, posiSeptember 12 at 7 pm at Lily Ridge Riding. Do you have a kid tive and non-competitive environment. Includes insurance. that loves horses? Come on out to register your child for a fun Coaches are certified under the Canadian Coaching Certificafilled year of learning all about horses as well as many other tion Program, and certified in First Aid and CPR. skills such as public speaking, leadership, and teamwork!

Annual Membership fee is $70/member. Open to children 6 New Horizons Seniors - Play cards, Scrabble and more. Drop and up. Space is limited. Contact Chelsey Westerbeek at 204- in Tuesdays 1-5 pm at Foyer Notre Dame Lorette 12 St.Amant Ave. Contact Iris 204-878-3552.

951-4088.

Grief Support Group – On Saturday mornings in Notre Dame de Lorette Parish. To provide education about the grieving and mourning processes to individuals who have lost a loved one through death. The format will be 10 weekly meetings of two hours per week and group size will be limited to 6. The facilitator will be Maryanne Rumancik who will follow the program in Understanding Your Grief: Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart (book with journal) by Dr. Alan Wolfelt. Suggested donation to cover book costs is $45. Registration deadline Monday, September 5. Contact Fr. Ile-des-Chênes Seine River Minor Ball Slo Pitch Tournament – On Friday, Charles Fillion 204-878-2221 or Maryanne Rumancik 204878-3901. Exact meeting time TBA. September 16. Contact to register srmb.ca.

Hadashville Tae Kwon Do - Every Wednesday at 6 pm at the Hadashville Community Club (Reynolds Recreational Centre) from 6 years old to adults. Pursue a black belt or learn new skills, great stress release and have an excellent workout at the same time.

Cost after registration fee is $40/month per person. Ask about 2 week free trial. Contact Shelly at 204-426-5266 or KSTA. academy@gmail.com.

Niverville Annual Recreation & Wellness Showcase – On Thursday, September 8 from 5 - 8 pm at the Heritage Centre. Register your family for Fall/Winter Programming, talk with Local Health Professionals, or watch a demonstrations! Join us for an evening of demonstrations, Dance Company, Taekwondo, Fitness, Ice Sports, Music for Young Children, Skating Club, Recreation Parent Child Playgroup - Starts September on Wednesdays Hockey, Ringette, Scouts Canada, Jr Wrestling, Crow Wing from 10 am – 12 pm at the School in room 142. Contact idc. Trail Association and more. Cost is Free. mb.playgroup@gmail.com.

The Crow Wing Toastmasters Club – Meets every Monday at Spirals Rhythmic Gymnastics Club – For 10 Monday evenings 7:30 pm at the Niverville Heritage Centre. If you want to bebegins October 3 at 6 – 7 pm or 7 – 8 pm at the School come a better speaker, run meetings that are more effective or Gymnasium 455 d’Auteuil. Cost $98 per child for the 10 develop leadership skills, a Toastmasters Club is the place to sessions. For girls ages 4 - 10. Develop flexibility, strength, start. Contact Sheryl Berglund, Sberglund4@shaw.ca. grace, endurance, rhythm, coordination, musical awareness and creativity, while learning the basics of the sport in a fun, GriefShare - If you or someone you know has experienced the positive and non-competitive environment. Includes insurance. loss of a loved one we wish to help, you get support and learn Coaches are certified under the Canadian Coaching Certifica- about the grieving process. Contact 204-381-1155 to register or go to Nivervillegriefshare.com. tion Program, and certified in First Aid and CPR. Quantum Dance Academy - On Monday, September 12, 2016 – Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 539 Main Street. For students aged 2-18 a variety of dance styles including ballet, hip-hop, jazz, tap and more. The season finishes with a recital at the Pantages Playhouse Theatre. Contact Lee Miazga at quantumdanceacademy@gmail.com or 204- 880-5178.

Story Time in Pyjamas - Every Thursday evening at the Ritchot Moms N’ Tots Playgroup - Moms with children up to age six.

Library Ecole Regional Gabrielle-Roy at 6:30 pm. Ages 2-8 Wednesday mornings from 9:30 - 11:30 am located in the lower level of Fourth Avenue Bible Church (62-4th Avenue S.) however all ages are welcome.

Free drop-in program with coffee and snacks provided, along Yoga- On Tuesdays and Thursdays begins September 13 at with a large open space for the kids to play while the moms 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the TransCanada Centre. Cost is $15 per visit. Contact Karen at klenzrpeters@hotmail.com. class or 10 classes for $125.

Zumba - On Mondays and Wednesdays, begins September 13 Pansy from 7 pm – 8 pm at the TransCanada Centre. 10 classes for Fall Supper – On September 11 from 3 - 6 pm at the Pansy Hall. All welcome. Cost Adults $15, Children 7 - 12 $8, chil$75 or $10 drop in. Contact sarah.abraham@gmail.com. dren 6 and under free. The southeast’s Best Ukrainian Buffet.

No reservations needed. First, come First Serve. Contact Olga 50+ Programs - At the Trans Canada Centre at 204-434-6660/204-434-6080 or Leanne at 204-427Indoor Walking - Mons, Wed and Friday 9 – 10 am 2996.

Yoga - Monday 10 -11 am Coffee Talk - Wednesday 10 - 11 am Paradise Village Block Therapy - Tuesday 10 - 11 am Paradise Squares Dance Club - On Tuesday, September 13 at Water Colour Painting – Thursday 10 - 11:30 am 7 pm the Start-Up Dance at the Paradise Village Rec. Hall.

Line Dancing - Thursday 7 - 8 pm

Modern Square Dancing is fun and a great social activity.

Dancing is Tuesday evenings from 7 – 9:30 pm. Start-Up Dance is free for beginners and new dancers. Couples and singles are welcome. Coffee and doughnuts will be served.

Contact Larry 204-422-5424.

Prawda Circuit 30 - Alternate aerobic and weight exercises, with cool down and stretch exercises. Wear comfortable clothing, clean runners, and bring a bottle of water. Cost $2/class, Mondays and Thursdays at 7 pm, in the Reynolds School Gym. Contact Wendy 204-348-2433.

Busy Bodies Playgroup – Every Wednesday from 9 - 11 am at the Reynolds School Gym. Free to parents and children.

Snacks provided. Contact Cassie 204-793-8290.

Richer Adult & Teen Challenge Concerned Persons Support Group Join us Thursday evenings at 7 pm, starting September 15 at the Richer Fellowship Church, 50 Southeast Drive. If you have a relationship with someone who has a life-controlling problem, join us for this nine-week Living Free course. Receive encouragement and support in a safe setting, and learn practical ways to best help your loved one. Contact Pastor Ben Funk at 204-326-2254 or phone the church at 204-422-5308.

Fall Supper - On Sunday, September 18 at the Richer Young at Heart hall from 4 - 7 pm to support the Richer Dawson Trail Museum. Roast beef supper with all the trimmings. Tickets $15/adults, $7/children 6 -12 years and children 5 and under free. Tickets available at the door. Come support our heritage museum. All profits go towards the restoration and maintenance of the museum.

Richer Recovery AA - Group meets Monday from 7:30 - 8:30 pm at LUD Hall in Richer. Contact Paul at 204-422-7673.

Monday Night Bingos - To raise funds for Stacey Pchajek Memorial Foundation Inc. The foundation provides scholarships, bursaries and prizes to students graduating grades 8 and 12.

Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult to be on premises and must play bingo. Doors Open at 5:30 pm at the Young at Heart Club, 22 Dawson Rd. MGCC License # BI/BO4164. Contact Doreen Pchajek at 422-5243 or doreen@spmf.ca.

Rosa Bud, Spud & Steak Night – On Saturday, September 17 at 5 – 7 pm at the Shevchenko Ukrainian Centre sponsored by Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Church. Social evening to follow. Tickets $20 (advance only). Contact Marj 204-4272357 or Linda 204-427-2132.

Sarto Ukrainian Dance Club Registration Night – On Monday, September 12 from 7 - 8 pm at the Sarto Hall. Join the Sarto Polevnyi Ukrainian Dance Club for the 2016/2017 season!

You do not need to be Ukrainian to dance! Boys & girls, ages 3 to adult, no prior experience required! Cost starts at $150/year.

Sprague Fall Used Book Sale East Borderland Community Housing – On Wednesday, September 14 through Saturday, September 17 at the Clearspring Centre. Proceeds go towards the East Borderland Personal Care Home/Seniors Housing Phase lll project. Please drop off book donations at East Borderland Primary Health Care Centre or to volunteer at the sale contact call Elsa at 204-437-2843.

Sprague & District Historical Museum - Open by appointment from June – September 30. Explore life as it was in the early days. Free Admission Donations Accepted. Contact 204-4372210, 204-437-2209 or 204-437-4686.

St. Adolphe C.H.I.L.D program – Begins on Wednesdays in September from 9:30 - 10:30 am at Ecole St. Adolphe School. Children’s introduction to learning and development. Contact sas@srsd. ca or 204-883-2182.

Pickle Ball - Starts Thursday, September 8 from 6 – 7:30 pm hosted by Club Amical at the St. Adolphe school gym. Contact Alma at 204 883-2251.

Forever-Young Dance Club – On Saturday September 10, 7 - 11 pm at Pioneer Hall hosted by Ritchot Senior Services.

Music by Mark Morisseau. Cost $15 (includes lunch). Reservations required contact Rae at 204 883 2440 or Denise at 204 883 2429.

Townwide Yard Sale – On Saturday, September 17 and Sunday, September 18, from 9 am - 3 pm. Map of garage sale available Friday at the Esso. Contact Fay at fdthomas@ mymts.net.

Registration Night Curling Season - On Thursday, September 22 at 7 pm at the Curling Club, followed by the Annual General Meeting at 7:30 pm. If you are interested in curling in one of the leagues but do not have a complete team, please let us know and we will try to fit you into an existing team or pair you up with others in a similar situation! Contact curlstadolphe@gmail.com.

Junior Curling - We desperately need individuals who are willing to play an active role in helping to run our Junior Curling Program. If you or someone you know is willing to help with the program, contact curlstadolphe@gmail.com or Kerry at

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com.

Taekwondo - Every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:15 - 7:30 pm at Ecole Sainte Agathe hosted by Kang’s Taekwondo Academy.

Cost $40/month. Family rates available. Contact Jason Barnabe, jason.barnabe@gmail.com or 204-802-3458.

Women’s Car Care Clinic Kelly Williams - On Monday, September 26 from 6 - 8:30 pm at Ste. Agathe Service, 195 Pembina Trail. Cost free with a suggested donation $5/person to help support Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Winnipeg.

Register early only room for 30 participants. In Kelly’s words, “Knowledge is power! Women need to understand their cars better so they don’t feel intimidated!” Contact 204-8822155 to reserve a spot.

Ste. Anne Community Garage Sale - On Saturday, September 10. If you would like to take part in this year’s community garage sale and have your sale listed on the map contact or text Patricia at 204-290-5336 or pmcpherson@hotmail.ca with your address and hours of operation.

Fall Supper – On Sunday, October 2 from 3 - 7 pm at Ste. Anne Collegiate, 197 St. Alphonse Avenue. Cost Adults $12, children ages 6 - 12 $6, ages 5 & under free. Turkey, meatballs, mashed potatoes, cabbage rolls, homemade bread and pies, and more! Including a Silent Auction & two buffet lines to increase efficiency.

30- Minute Workouts – From Monday, September 26 – Friday, September 30 at 10 am and 1 pm at the Ritchot Senior Services, 457 Main Street (behind the pharmacy). A variety of short 30 minute workouts available free of charge. Includes the Everyday Workout, Chair Fit, Drumming for fitness, Muscle Fit, Yoga for Strength, Tai Chi, Block Therapy, Chair & Floor International Cooking Classes - On the third Wednesday of the Options and Yoga for Relaxation. Come try one or try them all. month from 6 - 8:30 pm. Learn to cook authentic and original Contact Janice 204 883-2880. foods from Columbia, India, Iraq, Philippines and Bolivia. Preregister with the Town of Ste. Anne at 204-422-5293 or email Badminton Nights - At the school gym on Monday nights town@steannemb.ca. between 6 - 8 pm. $2 drop in is required. Contact yvandupuis@gmail.com.

Ste. Anne Cultural Committee - Invites artists of all kinds to their weekly open houses at 112 Centrale Ave. on Tuesdays Fall Supper - On Sunday, October 2 from 4 pm – 7 pm at the from 9 - 11:30 am and Wednesdays from 7 - 8:30 pm. These Cultural & Community Centre, Pembina Trail (Main St). Cost gatherings are to bring artists together to work on and discuss Adults $13, Children (5 - 12 years) $6, Children (4 years & their craft and there is no cost to attend. Contact Diane at 204under) free. Turkey with all the trimmings, mashed potatoes 422-9599 or email cccsa@mymts.net. and gravy, ham, meatballs, fresh vegetables, tasty & wide variety of desserts topped with whipped cream or ice cream. Seine River Services for Seniors – Services and programs Contact Guy Gagnon 204-882-2493, sugagnon@mymts. for seniors. Income Tax help, Lifeline, mobility equipment, net. foot care, hair care, transportation, home maintenance, yard maintenance, Telecheck, E.R.I.K. program, puzzles and games.

Ritchot Senior Services - Summer Office Hours are Tuesday, Shopping Trips to Winnipeg’s St.Vital Mall every first Thursday Wednesday and Thursday from 9 am- noon at 457 Main of the month, leaving at 10 am - 3 pm. Cost $15. Steinbach’s Street. Contact 204 883-2880, Ritchotseniors@mymts.net. Clearspring Centre every last Thursday of the month, from 10 Walking Club: Travelling all around St. Adolphe for ap- am - 1 pm. Cost $10. Contact Juliette Rowan at 204-424proximately 40-45 minutes and then finishing up with some 5285 Community Resource Coordinator for local services or stretching on the deck with Janice. e-mail labseinerss@gmail.com.

Coffee talk: On Wednesdays. Join us for coffee talk outside on the deck, weather permitting. Enjoy coffee or tea, catch up Ste. Geneviève with a friend, or perhaps challenge someone to a game of Library Night - Bibliothèque Taché Library at the Community ladder ball, lawn darts, bocce, a round of disc washer toss or Centre on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 - 8 pm, game of beanbag toss. Guaranteed laughs. brings a large selection of books in both French and English, Foot care: Clinic on Wednesday in Lorette, by appointment for children and adults. Special requests can be made to the only. To reserve in St. Adolphe, Ste.Agathe, Ile-des-Chenes or librarian, bibliotachelibrary.com or in person. Come for a visit Lorette contact Janice 204-883-2880. Every 6 weeks Cheryl and see what we are all about.

Palmer, foot care nurse visits each location and provides foot care to help keep your feet feeling happy.

Steinbach TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – On Wednesdays, starting Weekly Bingo – On Tuesday nights at the St. Adolphe Com- September 7 from 8:45 - 10:30 am at the Royal Canadian Lemunity Club. Doors open at gion. Cost $2/week. A weight control support group that helps 6 pm, 6:55 pm - Speedo Game, 7 pm - Early Bird Games, take off pounds sensibly and keep off pounds sensibly. Contact 7:30 pm - Regular Games. We hope to see you there! Pro- Betty-Lou Toews at 326-6397. ceeds will support the Community Club.

Canadian Firearm Safety Course (non-restricted) – On WednesSt. Malo day, September 7 – Thursday, September 8 from 4:30 – 9”30 Southeast Royals Gymnastics Club – Registration night on pm at Eastman Safety Training Centre Inc., Must attend both Monday, September 12 at 6 - 8 pm, Ecole St Malo School evenings, Bring a Lunch & identification. Please read the manLibrary. Contact Aline Pilotte (204) 347-5249 or apilotte@ ual ahead of time at publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_ mymts.net.

2015/grc-rcmp/PS99-2-2-1-2014-eng.pdf. Cost $90+GST. Course outline at eastmansafety.ca/firearm-safety. If signing Sponge Puck Hockey – On Wednesdays at 8 pm at the arena. up for both the CFSC & CRFSC at the same time, please use the Come out and play for fun. Contact Gilles 204-347-5079. promo code COMBO to save $15 off CRFSC. St. Pierre-Jolys Step Aerobics with Weights - On Tuesday and Thursday at 7 pm, at the ICSP School Gym. Contact Stephanie 204-3202667, Louise 204-433-3839 or The Health Corner 204-4333891.

Steinbach & Area Garden Club – On Saturday, September 10 at 10 am a Workshop “The Great Divide”. Everyone welcome!

Join us in the garden for a lesson in dividing perennials – daylilies, irises, peonies, poppies, hostas. Learn the reasons for division, the various root systems and how to make more plants.

Location TBA. Preregistration required. Contact 204-326-2351 Diabetes Educational Resource Centre – On 2nd Thursday of or email info@sagardenclub.com. the month from 1:30 - 3:30 pm at the DeSalaberry District Health Centre. Contact 204-346-6254.

Teddy Bear Fun Day – On Saturday, September 10 from 12 – 3 pm at E.A. Friesen Park near Jake Epp Library hosted by Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba – Depression, bi- Agape House. All are welcome to attend this free, fun event polar, post partum mood disorders support group meetings for families. Features our popular bear repair station, giant held on the last Monday of each month at 7 pm at the Chalet bouncer, face painting, children’s games, information on safe Malouin boardroom. Located at the Health Corner DeSalaberry communities, snacks and prize draws.

Hospital. Contact Judy Dunn 204-444-5228.

Steinbach & Area Garden Club – On Monday, September 12, Ste. Agathe 7 pm at the Mennonite Heritage Village. ‘Bulbs for a BeautiCommunity Garage Sale - On Saturday, September 10. If you ful Spring Garden’ with Fran Wershler, Master Gardener. More would like to take part in this year’s community garage sale than just tulips, the spring garden can include many other and have your sale listed on the map contact or text Patricia colourful bulbs for in-ground or container planting. Added at 204-290-5336 or pmcpherson@hotmail.ca with your ad- Feature: A profile of the beautiful Niverville Heritage Garden dress and hours of operation.

– by members of the garden.

Fall Member Plant Exchange -Plants need dividing? Do you Zumba – Every Wednesday from September 14 - November have extra plants? Want to make room for new plants? Pot 2, 7 – 8 pm at the Ste. Agathe School. Cost: $60 for 8 classes up your plants and exchange them for new treasures. Bring a or $10 drop in. Contact instructor Janice Jablonski to register; plant. Take a plant. jablonski.janice@gmail.com or 1-204-712-6265.

Jake Epp Library Children’s Programs - Sign up begins on Howden Community Picnic - On September 11 at 4 pm. Visi- Monday, September 12 at 10 am for fall programs Baby & tors are advised to bring their favourite salad or desserts to Me, Toddler & Me, and Story Hour. Registration must be done share, and will be served hotdogs and pork on a bun. in person. Classes begin on Wednesday, September 21 and Thursday, September 22.

Kang’s Open House – On Thursday, September 15 at 6:15 pm at Ecole Sainte Agathe, showing students what taekwondo Fall Used Book Sale East Borderland Community Housing – On is all about.

Wednesday, September 14 - Saturday, September 17 at the Clearspring Centre. Proceeds go towards the East Borderland Cougars-Ladies Rec Hockey - Weekly Ice time Sundays at Personal Care Home/Seniors Housing Phase lll project. Please 6:45 – 7:45 pm from October 2, 2016 – March 5, 2017 at drop off book donations at East Borderland Primary Health the Arena. Cost $150/person per season, 21 ice times or drop Care Centre or to volunteer at the sale contact call Elsa at 204in for $10/ice time. Contact cougersrechockey@gmail.com. 437-2843.

Walking/Running Club - A walking and running club held on Restricted Firearm Safety Course (CRFSC) – On Wednesday, various weekdays at 7 pm, contact carly.flowers@hotmail. September 21 and Thursday, September 22 from 5 - 9 pm

Dawson Trail Dispatch at Eastman Safety Training Centre Inc. Runs over 2 evenings: Bring identification. Pre-requisites: Non-Restricted Firearm Safety Course or a valid PALÂ. Cost $75+ GST. Course outline eastmansafety.ca/firearm-safety. Read manual ahead of class, publications.gc.ca/collections_2015/grc-rcmp.

Eastman Immigrant Services - Many events and activities to support and help you make new friends. Start to make this community feel like your home. Volunteer to help at our community events.

Let’s Chat – Informal conversation group that meets every Wednesday 1:30 – 2:30 pm.

Pronunciation Skills – Intermediate Pronunciation on Monday and Wednesday from 5 – 7 pm. Advanced Pronunciation on Monday and Wednesday from 7 – 9 pm at D4-284 Reimer Ave. Classes are free.

Hip Hop – Every Tuesday for youth ages 8-15.

Fall Fun Festivities - On Friday, September 23 from 4 - 8 pm at Penner Pumpkins. Fun for the whole family. Get your FREE admission tickets at EIS. Soccer Flyer (indoor soccer for adults) – Starts Monday at 8 pm, Steinbach Evangelical Mennonite Church (SEMC,) 422 Main Street.

International Cooking Classes – in La Broquerie. Space is limited. Contact to register 204-346-6609 or email lois@ eastmanis.com.

Eastman Safety Upcoming Programs - Located at 385 Loewen Blvd. Register online at eastmansafety.ca or contact 1-204371-1595.

Mommies Group at Kidzone - On Wednesdays, from 9 am - 1 pm. Come by to meet other moms to chat with and get your kids to make some new friends. Cost $7, free coffee.

Creativi-Tea Time - Need to relax and have some you time?

Give adult colouring a try.

Event runs the second Wednesday of every month, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at the Jake Epp Library. Come and go as it suits you.

We’ll provide basic supplies including tea and coffee.

Games Day & Games Night – Every 1st Saturday from 12 – 5 pm every month and 3rd Wednesday every month from 6 – 8:30 pm, at the Jake Epp Library. Come down to play strategy games. Bring a friend, your strategies and games.

Test your skills and have fun. Ages 14 and up unless accompanied by an adult. Contact 204-326-6841, programs@ jakeepplibrary.com.

Canadian Legion - On 1st Tuesday every month at 8 pm and Ladies Auxiliary meets 1st Monday of each month at 7:30 pm at the Steinbach Legion Community Hall, 294 Lumber Ave. Adult Book Club - Tuesdays from 7 – 9 pm. Bring book suggestions or peruse our book lists. Meet some other book lovers too and bring a friend. At the Jake Epp Library 255 Elmdale St. Contact Tracey Pankratz 204-326-6841 programming@ jakeepplibrary.com.

Steinbach Girl Guides - Every Tuesday at the United Church of Steinbach, 541 Main St. Registration for girls 5-17. Develop personal values and well-being, self-respect and respect for others; promote fun, friendship, adventure and challenges through new experiences; develop leadership and decisionmaking skills; give service to the community; value the natural environment.

Green Drinks South Eastman - South Eastman Transition Initiative presents Green Drinks South Eastman. On the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 7 pm at Lecoka, 8B - Brandt Street. Drop in and discuss sustainable living. Contact rebecca_hiebert@ yahoo.com.

The Steinbach Rotary Club - meets every Monday at noon except when Monday falls on a long weekend at the Chicken Chef, 365 Main Street, visitors are welcome. Contact Cornie at 326-3155.

Mental Health Information and Support sessions - for family and friends of people with mental health issues are held the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 7 – 8:30 pm at the Eden East building, 21 Loewen Blvd. Contact Kim at 371-0824 or email eastmanmss@mts.net MS Monthly Self-Help group meeting - for people living with multiple sclerosis. The group meets on the second Thursday evening of each month from 6 - 7 pm at Fernwood Place apartments. Contact Nadine Konyk, Rural Client Services Coordinator at 1-800-268-7582 or email nadine.konyk@ mssociety.ca.

MS Lunch Group- On 4th Thursday of every month, from 12 – 1 pm at All D’s Restaurant 320 Main Street. Contact Stephanie Bevacqua 204-988-0904, Stephanie.Bevacqua@mssociety.ca.

Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba individual and support groups - for persons experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, bi-polar disorder and other mental health/emotional concerns.

Meets on the first Wednesday of each month at Jake Epp Library from 7 – 9 pm. Contact Judy Dunn 204-444-5228.

The Bethesda Regional Healthcare Auxiliary - meets on the first Tuesday of every month except for the months of July and August at the Bethesda Hospital. We welcome anyone interested in auxiliary work. Contact Verna Thiessen at 326-3028.

Steinbach and Area Lions Club - Meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month at the Magnolia Restaurant. Contact 204-326-2313.

Carillon Toastmasters - meetings are open to adults who

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Thursdays at 7 pm at the Jake Epp Public Library 255 Elmdale Street, Contact Sheryl at 204-326-7628 or Irene at 204-4245737.

Al-Anon Program – Meets on Mondays at 7:30 pm at the Cultural Arts Centre back door, downstairs. Contact Lloyd 204326-4365.

Al-Anon 12 Step Recovery Group - Meets on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm at United Church, 541 Main St, front door, ring doorbell. All are welcome.

Young moms to be - Bi-weekly support group starts at 4:30 pm at Steinbach Family Resource Centre B-11, Hwy 12N. Contact 204-346-0413.

Vita Dinner for Divine Liturgy Celebrating 100-year anniversary of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church (Sopiwnyks) – On Sunday September 18 at the Vita Hall. Contact for tickets Roman 204-425-7779 or Emile 204661-0373.

Woodridge T.O.P.S -Taking Off Pounds Sensibly - On the second Wednesday of every month at the Community Club. For club hours of operation, contact Stan 204-429-2253.

The Mobile Clinic – Is onsite on the third Thursday of every month from 9 am – 4 pm at the Community Club.

Contact for appointments 1-855-644-3515 or southernhealth.ca.

Zhoda Wing Night Country Social – On Saturday, September 17 at 8 pm – 1 am at the Zhoda Community Hall.

Tickets $10, Wings $5 a pound, DJ music by Supreme Entertainment. Contact Jeff 204-371-5352 or Denise @ 392-3714 for tickets or information.

General Free Monthly Bus Trips to the Casinos of Winnipeg- On Tuesday, September 13 from 8:30 am - 7:15 pm. Join us for a great day of fun and friendship. Visit McPhillips Street Station in the morning and Club Regent in the afternoon. Starting at 8:30 am, pick-ups in Steinbach, Ste. Anne and Paradise Village. Must be 18 years of age or older. Prizes and cash giveaways every trip. Bingo played on the bus to and from the casinos for those wishing to play. Bi-monthly overnight trips to South Beach Casino and Folklorama trips are also available, amazing prices on these trips so call for details. Contact Marilyn at 204-326-4939 for information and to reserve your seat.

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Reports of Threatening CRA Scam Way Up Reports of scammers using the identity of the Canada Revenue Agency are way up for both landlines and cell phone users for the first half of 2016.

Just in the first half of 2016, there were 811 reports specific to this scam and fraudsters made off with $2.5 million. In contrast, reports show that in 2014, 136 Canadians lost $300,000 for the whole year.

CRA reminds everyone to protect their personal and financial information and that they do not call, email or text asking for payment by, “Via pre-paid gift cards or pre-paid credit cards. We will never ask for information about your health card, passport or driver’s license,” states CRA representative Jelica Zdero. Nor will they threaten or use nasty language.

Canadians are reminded that CRA agents’ phone calls usually come after lengthy correspondence through regular mail.

The tax authority encourages all Canadians defrauded by any scam to call the Canadian Anti- Fraud Centre (CAFC), which can then pass the information along to the RCMP for investigation.

The Anti-Fraud Centre encourages citizens to not be embarrassed as they are not alone. If you want to report a fraud, scam or if you have already sent funds, contact the Canadian Anti- Fraud Centre by phone 1-888-4958501 or online at CAFC Fraud Reporting System.

Employees with CAFC are looking to similar scams in other countries as well to anticipate how the CRA scam could evolve in Canada including phony websites.

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