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The Neepawa Sports and Heritage Centre will be home to the community’s sports history.
Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press Neepawa’s historic sports legacy has a brand new home. A facility known as the Neepawa Sports and Heritage Centre has been established and will reside at 243 Hamilton Street, the former Neepawa Banner & Press office. The purpose of the Centre is to preserve and celebrate the region’s sports history. The space will serve as a hall of fame, showcasing a wide array of notable documents, pictures and memorabilia. Recognize the past The idea of Sports and Heritage Centre was the brainchild of joint collaboration between Neepawa’s Junior “A” Hockey Club and Ken and Christine Waddell, owners and operators of the Hamilton Street Emporium. Ken Waddell said there were a number of factors that came into play that inspired this action. “There is a rich sports heritage in Neepawa and area and it would be nice to recognize both past and future accomplishments. With the renovations at the Yellowhead Centre, the display cases
had to be taken out, so a number of those trophies will have a home at the Sports and Heritage Centre,” stated Waddell. As for the early response within the community on the announcement, Waddell said it has been very good, with several people expressing positive support for Centre. The Neepawa Sports and Heritage Centre displays of trophies and memorabilia are currently being set up this month, with more items to be added as time goes by. The Hall of Fame will eventually be open to the public as soon as existing COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. A shared space The Centre will be also be home to a number of other businesses, including the Neepawa Natives Junior “A” Hockey Club retail store and marketing office. The Hamilton Street Emporium, which has been at that location since the spring, will continue to operate, though current restrictions have it offering just online sales and curb side pick-up will be available. The Emporium donates 10 per cent of its donated item sales to the hockey club and 10 per cent to Neepawa Palliative Care.
A well known business in Neepawa was one of the first in the province to be fined for failing to comply with COVID-19 health restrictions. On Nov. 6, the local McDonald’s restaurant was ticketed for allegedly neglecting to take measures to ensure adequate physical distancing between customers. GoodLife Fitness at the Brandon Shoppers Mall was the other Westmanbased business singled out, according to a health protection report issued by the Government of Manitoba. Both those businesses received fines of $5,000. Additional COVID case at the NACI A new COVID-19 case has been identif ied in Neepawa. The most recent conf irmed case was at Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute (NACI) between Nov. 2 and 4. Based on the public health investigation, this most recent exposure was assessed to be a low risk to the school community. Contacts were advised to self-isolate and seek testing if symptoms develop. This is the fifth case of COVID-19 that has been confirmed within a Neepawa and area school in the last three weeks. Neepawa Banner & Press
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‘Hero’ declared a winner Neepawa artist secures two top spots in Juried Art Show done it without the support from the Neepawa Banner & Press and all those who voted for me. Thank you.” Along with securing a second place overall ranking, Mummery “walked away” from the virtual show with a $100 prize. He is considering entering again in the future, with his sights set on the top spot. “Hero” background The subject of Murray’s submission, “Hero”, is his uncle Mel. Mel was a fire chief at Minnedosa and had been responding to a barn fire near Clanwilliam. The
barn and animals were unable to be saved, leaving Mel in a state of anguish. It was at that moment when Mel’s son, Bob, a photographer for the Minnedosa Tribune at the time, captured a shot of the scene. Mummery’s piece is a re-imagining of that photo, with Bob’s permission, in his own artistic medium. The piece is a combination of scroll-saw, wood-burning and airbrush techniques. The Manitoba Rural Northern Juried Art Show will remain available to the public, online, until Jan. 6.
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Inset photo: Neepawa artist Brad Mummery has been recognized for his painting titled ‘Hero’. His work claimed first prize in the Westman region and finished second overall in the Manitoba Rural Northern Juried Art Show.
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The polls have closed and the votes are in. Neepawa artist Brad Mummery has won first place for the Westman Region and second overall in the Manitoba Rural Northern Juried Art Show. “Hero”, the piece Mummery submitted, finished with 2,315 votes.
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ast week, I wrote “I think that all levels, be it government, staff, medical professionals and volunteers, have done a a lot of great work to try and get our elderly people through the COVID-19 pandemic.” I still believe that to be true. I don’t think there is one human being anywhere in Manitoba that wakes up in the morning and says, “I am going to go out and do harm.” Everybody is trying very hard to do the best they know how to get us through the C-19 pandemic. Note I said, “best they know how.” It’s what we don’t know that creates the space for vast improvement. Our main concern has to be how to best protect our vulnerable elderly people. The day-after-day grinding statistics are hard on everyone. I hope somebody, somewhere is looking at why some care homes have been devastated and some have not had a case yet. That is a bit of a mystery. And surely, we have learned that shutting family members and volunteers out of the care homes and even hospitals was wrong. The horror stories of people who have died alone with no one to sit with them are very bad. I think if staff, who have contact in the community, can be health cleared to go into care homes, then so can family members and volunteers. The risk from a short list of family members and volunteers coming into the care homes and hospitals is statistically no greater than staff coming in. That said, the family members and volunteers are almost always a great help to residents and staff. I am sure when things got really busy at the now infamous Maples care home, that having family and neepawa
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Ken Waddell volunteers helping might have been a good thing. I want to also comment on the rally last weekend at Steinbach. Many of the protesters were not actually from Steinbach. Also, hurling insults at the protesters does no good except to make some people feel better. In my opinion, the protest was based on some ill-founded thoughts and it was definitely more than five people. Fines were handed out and there will likely be more to come. It’s also important to not trust the media completely. It may be a minor point, but I wish reporters would learn to count. One report said 100 people, another said 200, another said hundreds and another said 500. Somebody is surely counting incorrectly. And speaking of numbers and media, I am fairly tired of most of the Winnipeg media, as they have spent days and days, reporter after reporter, arguing about whether a family can have five people in for a visit. What a stupid waste of time! All the health officials have said many times, be kind, look after one another. Some families, some people will need a visit for help, for comfort, to combat loneliness. Why aren’t the media out there
looking for solutions instead of nitpicking? Some media people need to get a life and a higher sense of purpose. And finally, what about closures? I don’t think any business should have to close. Businesses need to be open to survive. It makes no health sense for small businesses to have to close and yet Walmart and Costco can be open. No sense at all. Let retail businesses operate at 25 per cent capacity. Let hair dressers and nail techs operate with sanitizing between customers. Let all businesses take precautions. If people are vulnerable, then they need to take extra precautions I am firmly convinced that the total lockdowns will eventually cause more extra deaths from despair, loneliness and suicide than C-19 will. I am convinced that some of what we are doing now (masks, sanitizer, social distancing, lower retail capacity) is preventing some extra deaths, but we have a long road ahead of us and we aren’t going to travel that road without some changes in methods. Disclaimer: The writer serves as a volunteer chair of the Manitoba Community Newspaper Association. The views expressed in this column are the writer’s personal views and are not to be taken as being the view of the MCNA board or Banner & Press staff.
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alf in jest, I warned folks that if we re-entered code red, I would not be easy to live with. In our first time of seclusion, all the projects on my list got stroked off. I did them, and I did them well. And then the weather warmed and the walking began in earnest, and the gar- HOMEBODIES dening. I was okay. This time is different. This time, we are facing Rita Friesen a much more devastating outbreak and the cases are nearer to home. We are not certain when, or how, things will change for the better. The debates, public and private, are becoming more heated and, at times, irrational. What I do know is that when I reflect on recent history– from 1914 to now– we have it easy. Research on the Spanish flu is insightful and terrifying. One in six people were affected by that flu and it entered Manitoba with the arrival of two returning soldiers, who were immediately isolated upon arrival. The stories of heroism, dedication, courage and dignity are inspiring. Entire families succumbed to the disease, and not always was there anyone willing to help, simply for their own safety. One village on the prairies stored the deceased in silos and in spring, there was one massive graveside service. I can also not imagine living through the great wars. The uncertainty of how loved ones were faring– no texting or tweeting– slow mail, and sometimes the arrival of the official black car at the front door. Food scarcity, unemployment, financial uncertainty, the wars and the depression. So now I am asked to wear a mask, wash my hands, social distance and, if at all possible, stay home. With a bit of reflection, the only adjustment truly required is my attitude! Phone calls are free, mostly– after paying for the provider! Great variety of television shows, access to books from the local library and the freedom to work and play in my home and yard. I do have to admit that when we received the home and garden channel free for the first month of seclusion, I binge watched, and when my favourite online game granted me unlimited lives for a day, I was seriously undone! I have become more adept at doing very little. It’s a shame that I don’t enjoy cooking or baking, for this would be prime time to hone those skills. (There is no way I could increase my energy out to equal the energy in from baking!) The pantry is stocked with staples and for my sake, there is no chocolate in the house, no chips and dip, and no candy. Now that’s clear thinking! The stack of books to be read is slowly shrinking. Some have been on the table for a very long time and I have kept the habit of reading the last pages first, for if I don’t like the ending, I am not spending hours reading the book. Actually completed a crossword puzzle and have played some solitaire. I appreciate the lights the citizens of our town have shining from windows and in their yards. This, too, shall pass.
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NOVEMBER 20, 2020
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rom the day I watched my first episode of Norm Abram’s New Yankee Workshop, I’ve been hooked on Do It Yourself (DIY) videos. I know I don’t have the talent, training, time or tools to create the beautiful replica furniture pieces he could create. But since the DIY field has so many variations, I knew there just might be something that I could try using the limited space I have in my garage. That’s when I stumbled upon some “restoration” videos. In one of them, the presenter walked into his shop carrying an 8-inch, swivel-based bench vise. It was covered in rust. A few screws and bolts were either broken or missing. Some parts were bent. Its jaws would no longer open without a lot of difficulty. But none of these things deterred the presenter. Out came his solvents and heavy tools. On went his protective equipment and he got to work. First, he completely dis-
assembled the vise. That was easier said than done. But after a lot of work and liberal amounts of penetrating oil, the stubborn screws and bolts gave way and he soon had a work bench covered with parts. He then proceeded to clean the parts. Powerful solvents removed the grease, dirt and most of the paint. A sandblaster removed the rest. Next, each part was closely inspected and any cracks were repaired. Then, after the sliding surfaces were masked, the parts were painted; the vise was given a new set of teeth, reassembled and was ready for many more years of use. The entire process took almost two weeks to complete. The video that documented
the process lasted less than 15 minutes. As I viewed that video, I thought of times in my life when I was just like that vise– so set in my own ways that no one, not even God, could help me fulfill the purpose for which I had been created. I had gone my own way and was bound by feelings of failure and self-pity that seriously damaged my relationships with family, friends and the people I had been called to serve. Then into my life came a colleague in ministry who accepted me just as I was, but who loved me too much to leave me that way. He dared to tell me what I needed to hear, even though it hurt; and he lovingly coached me back into a healthy relation-
ship with God and with his people. I am who I am today because of the restorative work he did in my life; and I will always honour him for what he has done. In just over a month, we will celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ– the one who came to this earth to rescue us from the scrap heap on which we, by our own actions, have placed ourselves. He lived among us for 33.5 years, which was long enough for him to understand the heartaches, heartbreaks, pain, sorrow and challenges we face in life. Today, he welcomes us into his life just as we are, but he loves us too much to leave us that way. That’s why, 2,000 years ago, he died for our sins. And that is why, today, he offers us his forgiveness and his power to lift us from the scrap heap and turn us into people who can become everything we were created to be. That is his Christmas gift to us. What we do with it will be our gift to him and to his world.
feeder. The neighbour’s cat just came home after a hunt in the bush. I love it that I have many windows in my home and an excellent view outside. However, I’m sure we will
be getting more snow. I just read in Isaiah 55:10 this morning that God created the rain and snow because the ground needs the moisture so that there will be growth again when the weather warms up. In verse 11, the Lord declares that the Word that comes out of His mouth will not come back empty.
It made me think of what kind of words come out of my mouth? Do I make sure they do not come back empty? We never know who will cross our path this week. Let us speak of how much God loves the people and how they can become a follower of Jesus, the Son of God, our Creator.
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t is a beautiful day. The temperature is around zero, the sun is shining and there are only a few little clouds in the sky. There is hardly any wind. I’ve also seen a chickadee at my bird
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I would like to give a thumbs down to all the drivers that disregard the STOP signs at the four way stop at the corner of road 85N and 87W on the “old highway” and just sail through. The reason there are stop signs is because there have been accidents there. I would have to say the majority of offenders are people who live along this road between Neepawa and Eden. Statistics say 77 per cent of all motor vehicle accidents happen within 15 miles of home. I could have put names of offenders in here because your vehicles have business names on the sides! Judy Gabler Neepawa, MB
A big thumbs up to Laura Loomis for donating some of her late husbands award winning Christmas lights to the Gladstone Centenial Apts. And to the GladstoneKinsman Club fo putting them up. They really lit up our life. Grace Blair Gladstone MB
A thumbs up to the Neepawa curling club executive and ice makers. Your work has not gone unnoticed. Your tireless effort to provide a safe place to curl this year is appreciated by all the curlers. I’m sure we will get back on the ice again soon. Dianne Nordstrom Neepawa, MB Thumbs up to The Neepawa Rotary Club for providing the curling club with the necessary funds to purchase the equipment for a stick curling league in Neepawa. Thanks also to Murray Newton for assembling the sticks. Dianne Nordstrom Neepawa, MB Thumbs up to Paul Adriaansen and two of his Spud Plains crew with loaders, in assisting with the moving of the Oberon Cairn to its new site. Greatly Appreciated Les Walker and Ed May on behalf of the Oberon Community
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Sad and disgusting news from Steinbach, MB this week. Their hospital is full. No spare beds or staff available. So new patients are put through a process known as triage. Basically, those who will benefit most will receive treatment, those who will not are sent home to die. And this includes victims of accidents, strokes, heart attacks, cancer, etc. This should not come as a surprise to anyone. It’s been the practice in many U.S. hospitals for several months. Doctors and nurses warned our government two years ago that a severe outbreak of the seasonal flu would cause this result. Warnings were ignored as government blithely carried on its agenda to spend less on health care. The disgusting part is that a few blocks away, rightwing demonstrators were holding a protest demonstration, saying that wearing masks, social distancing and other restrictions are too much of a sacrifice for society to ask. Idiocy! Insanity! Are there sufficiently forceful words in the English language to describe this? These yahoos should go down to the Cenotaph and read the names inscribed there. They might then understand the meaning of “sacrifice”. In a free society, along with “rights” come “responsibilities”. Leonard Paramor Arden, MB
An apology is in order
In this age, people really do seem to be able to find data and evidence to validate whatever their political and social predispositions dictate in the first place. However, watching [Ken Waddell’s] published missives on COVID-19 has illustrated just how dangerous this trend is, especially when disseminated widely to an audience which may not be fully aware of the ramifications involved. Medical officials have been warning of the dangers inherent in this since the beginning, but your nonsensical utterings on the subject have ignored those warnings and here we go. Open or closed, now people understand that they should not be exposing themselves to the pandemic, so it is not business as usual anyway in many areas. I would suggest you at least apologize for your constant downplaying of what we’re facing and your willingness to put us in a position that our frontline health workers are at even greater risk and our medical facilities are becoming overburdened. If you’re man enough to do so, eh? Jim Howden Vancouver, B.C. Thumbs up: Touchwood Park would like to recognize and thank all the Staff Members for their dedication and hard work throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Touchwood Park Association Neepawa, MB Would you like to send a thumbs up or thumbs down to an individual or group in the community? Please send it our way. Submissions must include a name and must be under 100 words. We want to hear from you! In person: 423 Mountain Ave. Neepawa By fax: 204-476-5073 By email: news@neepawabanner.com
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Wartime cooking
As the men went off to war, everyone did their part, including the women, who joined the Women’s Army Corps (CWACS), worked on the farms and in the factories producing war materials. During the war years, Canadians rationed food to help feed Britain and other allies, their own soldiers fighting overseas and prisoners of war and refugees. More than half of all the flour used in Britain during the war was from Canada, as was much of their bacon, cheese, milk and eggs. Anything that contained rubber was impossible to purchase, as rubber was needed for the armed forces. That meant no new car or bicycle tires and elastic for your underwear was hard to come by. Foods such as sugar, tea, coffee and meats were rationed and had to be purchased with coupons. Coupons were also required to purchase gasoline and alcohol. The housewives already knew how to make a little go a long way, because the Depression was not far behind them and they were accustomed to making do and doing without. The pamphlet Wartime Canning and Cooking states “Canadian men are on the march everywhere… so are Canadian women. Just as our Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen are changing their habits overnight, so are our homemakers adapting themselves to changes in the kitchen.” Housewives were regularly reminded by governments and advertisers alike that food truly was a “weapon of war and the first defence was in the kitchen.” “Use your cook stove to cook Hitler’s goose,” one ad suggested. Their role was quickly recognized as valuable and the term “housoldiers” was created to acknowledge their contribution in the war effort. To help with the rationing, the Wartime Prices and Trade Board was designed to regulate the war economy and established rules to follow, such as only one cup of tea or coffee in restaurants– no refills. As well, restaurants were to have meatless Tuesdays and were to serve butter only on request and no more than one pat per person. The Home Economists and food companies jumped on board with recipe pamphlets and cookbooks to help housewives succeed on the home front. Over 200 wartime recipe cookbooks were published in that era. They were encouraged to use chicken fat to make cookies, reduce the amount of butter in recipes or use shortening, lard, pan drippings or margarine instead. It was suggested to serve the desserts warm, as warm foods tastes sweeter, and use dried fruit in desserts to sweeten them. In addition to rationing, the housewives were called to plant victory gardens, preserve produce, collect fat and bones for ammunition production and to eliminate any food waste. The government’s War Savings Committee targeted the housewives with brochures on Victory Bonds. In Manitoba, an astonishing $79 million were purchased in Victory Bonds during the war years. That was a lot of money for those days! The war effort encompassed all Canadians and women did their fair share and more, achieving and sacrificing a great deal for the cause of peace and freedom. However, for many, their sacrifice was greater than food, as they sacrificed their sons and husbands. With meat being rationed, Spam was found on most tables during the war years. Introduced in 1937, Spam was a processed meat made of ham and pork shoulders. It was used widely at home and overseas to feed the troops. It was easier to ship than fresh meat, protein packed and did not need refrigeration. The troops had various names for the canned meat, including the one, “ham that did not pass its physical.” As well, they had many rhymes for Spam, such as: the doughboy had his hardtack, without the navy’s jam, but armies on their stomachs move, and this one moves on Spam. Because casseroles were very popular during the war years, I will share two modern casserole dishes.
Oriental casserole 1 lb. pork or turkey burger 1 can mushrooms, drained 1 medium onion, coarsely diced 1 can mushroom soup 1 cup diced celery 3/4 cup water 1/2 red pepper, diced 2 cups fresh bean sprouts or 1 can 1/4 cup soy sauce 3 cups chow mein noodles Brown meat and then add the onion, celery and pepper and cook for a few minutes. Stir in the soy sauce, mushrooms, mushroom soup, water and bean sprouts. Place in a large casserole dish and put in a preheated 350°F oven for 30 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle the noodles on top and place back in the oven for 5-8 minutes. Serve over rice.
NDP leader Wab Kinew calls for action in health and education
By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner & Press
The Revera Care homes have been in the news a lot over the past few months, especially in relation to the large number of COVID-19 deaths at some of the Revera homes in Winnipeg. Revera is a care home company that operates 11 care homes in Winnipeg and many more across Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom. In response to the deaths at some Revera Winnipeg homes, NDP leader Wab Kinew has called for more intervention from the government. In an interview with the Neepawa Banner & Press, Kinew was asked how government might take over the care homes when, in fact, they are owned by the Federal Crown Corporation that operates the Public Service Pension. Kinew said, “Well, the federal government should be doing more in that case and as the province administers health, they should throw everything they have at the problem.” Kinew suggested if that intervention doesn’t stop the care home deaths, “Then
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Beef nacho casserole 2 lbs ground beef 2 cups crushed corn tortilla chips, divided 1 1/2 cups salsa of your choice 2 cups shredded cheese, divided 1 cup frozen corn, thawed and drained shredded lettuce 3/4 cup sour cream diced tomatoes 1 Tbsp. chili powder Brown the hamburger and drain any excess fat. Stir in the salsa, corn, sour cream and chilli powder. In a 2 litre casserole dish, place one half the meat mixture in the casserole dish, layer with half the chips and half the cheese. Repeat layers. Bake for 20 minutes or until heated through. Top with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.
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COVID-19 transmission in schools. “If the government went to the substitute teachers list, perhaps they could offer full time positions to a number of people. A day here or there may not be enough incentive to go to work in these tough times, but a full time position might make the difference. I think the teachers are out there.” Kinew explained, “I want to see the kids in school. It’s a better education environment. Distance education may not work because of poor internet service and some students don’t learn as well in that environment so I want the kids in school.”
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WMCI’s Boots for Warriors remembers local soldiers
They were still remembered Gladstone holds scaled down, but still inspiring Remembrance Day ceremony
By Eoin Devereux
Neepawa Banner & Press
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Students at WMCI placed 80 pairs of boots on the school grounds to commemorate fallen soldiers from the Gladstone area.
By Kira Paterson
Neepawa Banner & Press
Eighty pairs of boots for 80 fallen service people from Gladstone were set out on the William Morton Collegiate Institute (WMCI) grounds during the week of Remembrance Day. The 80 individuals died in World War I, World War II and the Korean War; most of them were soldiers, while one was a nursing sister in WWI. In each pair of boots, they placed a cross with the name of one of the individuals who died. The display was up from Tuesday, Nov. 10 to Friday, Nov. 13. Cameron Watson, social studies and history teacher at WMCI, was the main organizer of the memorial, which requested students to bring in boots for the display. “It was such a fantastic project that he organized. He should be so proud. He brought something so unique and so meaningful to not only our school, but our community,” expressed WMCI English teacher and career counsellor Nancy Smith. Watson noted that their target was 80 pairs for the 80 service people and that was reached. One staff member, Mrs. Ewen, helped a lot with the collection of boots, Watson noted. He added that quite a few of the boots came from The Treasure Chest thrift store in Gladstone. Watson’s idea for Boots for Warriors was inspired by a similar campaign that took place at the Juno Beach Centre in Normandy, France. He explained that they did a project called Boots for Vimy, with a pair of boots displayed for every soldier who died fighting on Vimy Ridge. “I thought it was a neat idea,” Watson noted. Because gathering
restrictions wouldn’t allow for a school assembly, he wanted to do something to get across the message, “let us not forget.” “In the community, it was well received, for sure,” Watson stated. He noted that he saw several residents stop by and some people from farther out, who had a family member named among the 80, came to see and remember. “There were a couple of days where I would be teaching and look out the window to see community members walking amongst the boots. It was very touching,” added Smith. The visual display made it more real for the students, as well, who normally might just see a list of names, which doesn’t necessarily have as much meaning, Watson explained. “In 2020, losing one young person would be a tragedy,” he noted, explaining how devastating it would have been to the community during the wars when they got word of their young people killed in action. While the boots represented those who died, the display was also dedicated to the living Gladstone area veterans. “We hope they liked our memorial, because it was made for them,” said Watson.
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While this year’s Remembrance Day ceremony in Gladstone was much more low key than had been seen in previous years, those who serve and have served with distinction were still honoured. Due to the provincial restrictions in place associated with COVID-19, there was no parades, marching bands or large groups of spectators allowed at the ceremony. Despite those restrictions, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 110 in Gladstone was able to find another way to honour military veterans to the fullest. Instead of the standard ceremony, a musical tribute in remembrance was organized. A melody of songs was
Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 110 in Gladstone participated in a slightly more low key, but still significant Remembrance Day ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11. PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX
played at a socially distanced and capacity restricted event, held at the cenotaph in the morning. The music continued to play throughout the day, with people encouraged to come by at any point during the day to place a poppy in an act of remembrance. World War II veteran and
former Gladstone Legion chaplain James Lobban attended the morning ceremony, remaining socially distanced as was required under the current guidelines. The 101-year-old Gladstone native told the Banner & Press that even though the event was much different this
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year, the significance behind it remained the same. “This still means a lot to me. To see people taking part like this,” stated Lobban. “[Gladstone] has always been so respectful to those who have served and got behind this important event.”
Looking Back 1970: Old Adamyk home still stands at Mtn. Road
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By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press
110 years ago, Friday, November 18, 1910 A German firm is to build the Quebec bridge. The f irst attempt by a Canadian-A mer ican firm resulted in an awful disaster. Riding Mountain– Jim. Mason is putting in a saw mill camp six miles northwest of town. He will employ a lot of men in making lumber and getting out cord-wood. Fi r st t h i ng we k now, Riding Mountain will be quite a business centre. 100 years ago, Friday, November 19, 1920 Arden– Another case of S c a rlet Fever h a s developed in this district, Lloyd Haggerty being the sufferer. We hope he will soon be out again. 90 years ago, Tuesday, November 25, 1930 Norgate– Arthur Kelm met with a painful accident on Saturday afternoon when a g u n he w a s carrying was accidentally discharged, hitting him in the lower part of the arm. He was rushed to Neepawa hospital by Dr. Tripp, where he is receiv ing treatment.
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300 circulars in two city schools calling on students to resist cadet training. 70 years ago, Thursday, November 23, 1950 Freetown, Sierra Leone, was so named because it was set up in 1787 as a homeland for freed slaves. 60 years ago, Tuesday, November 22, 1960 The Dominion Council of the Canadian Legion will meet in Winnipeg, Nov. 25 to 28 to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the organization. The Canadian Legion was founded in Winnipeg in 1925, when 62 representatives of 14 Veterans Organizations met at a Unity conference at t he Ma rlborough Hotel on Nov. 25 under the chairmanship of Sir Richard Turner, V. C. 50 years ago, Thursday, November 19, 1970 T he pione er home of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Adamyk near Mountain Road still stands today after it was built about 1898, when they took up a homestead there. It was constructed of logs and chinked with a mud plaster then whitewashed with lime. Their son, John Adamyk, still farms the homestead and his wife recalls helping to make mud plaster when she was 12 years old. It was a mixture of mud, horse manure and water– all well trampled with feet, she says. Although they worked hard and long, Mrs. Adamyk remembers that they were happy, sing ing and whist l ing through their daily chores.
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The pioneer home of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Adamyk was still standing at Mountain Road in 1970, this picture being featured in the Press. If the building is somehow still present today, the Banner & Press would be interested in seeing a current photo of it. Submissions can be sent to newsroom@neepawapress.com.
40 years ago, Thursday, November 20, 1980 Neepawa Lions Club t e let hon l i fe l i ne l a s t Saturday collected $729 to he lp h a nd ic app ed children of Manitoba. L ion s pr e s ident K en Sparks was hanging bills of all denominations along the 540 foot steel wire strung down Mountain Ave., between Hamilton and Mill St. Members accepted money from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and covered the line from Jorundon’s Department Store to Zeke’s Jewellers. A work train coming up the line from Minnedosa delayed the final moving stages of the Mentmore annex to Franklin for a couple hours last Thursday. The final sliding of the annex onto timbers on the foundation took only m i nutes to complete. R a i s i n g t he 235 - t on building to its proper height and construction of a wooden foundation
80 years ago, Tuesday, November 19, 1940 Ef fective Januar y 1, meat of dogs will be used for consumption in Greater Germany. Queen Elizabeth insists upon keeping on the move in spite of the German raids, so she has been provided with an armored car. The Nazi film Baptism of Fire, showing the German conquest of Poland, has Dr. Perkins Greg Perkins been passed by the censor Dr. Greg for showing in Australia. Dr. Derek Papegnies Dr. Derek Papegnies Fifty German police Optometrists Optometrists officers, including some from Hitler’s personal bodyguard, enrolled in the Italian colonial police (Neepawa & District Wellness Centre) Beautiful Plains Community Medical Inc. & District Wellness Centre) Beautiful(Neepawa Plains Community Medical Clinic Inc.Clinic school at Tivoli for training in African patrol work. For appointment please please call: call: Po l i c e a n d s c h o o lFor appointment authorities in Winnipeg are searching for persons who distributed more than
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is expected to continue until the third week in December. The annex will add a 60,000 bushel capacit y to Frank lin’s main elevator, which now holds 25,000 bushels. 30 years ago, Tuesday, November 20, 1990 Canada Post is possibly the most inefficient mail service in the Englishspeaking world, says a U.S. economist (Douglas Adie) who has been studying the system. Warren Yerex and Nancy
Bremner are the winners of the Kem Frampton Awards as the outstanding male and female athletes in Neepawa and district for 1989. They were honored at a Chamber of Commerce funct ion on Sat urday night, becoming the 26th and 27th winners of the award instituted in 1979 in memory of The Neepawa Press’ late sports editor. 20 years ago, Monday, November 20, 2000 Did you know that the
f irst piece of toast was made about 6,000 years ago? Were you aware that there’s a museum dedicated to the toaster?... It was the Egyptians who discovered how a l it t le scorch i ng cou ld preserve bread and change it into a sweeter, crunchier product t hat’s per fect under butter or jam. News of the discovery spread throughout Europe and eventually made its way to the colonies of the New World where toasting was done through a variety of methods.
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A Remembrance Day like no other in Banner & Press region
PHOTOS BY DIANE WARNER
Due to COVID-19 concerns, and the current health and safety measures in place to help flatten the curve, Remembrance Day was rather different in the region this year. Any areas that moved forward with holding a service on Nov. 11 proceeded with a scaled down format of the celebrations. This involved making changes such as pre-placing wreaths prior to the ceremony, and only laying one during the service. Left: The Neepawa Cenotaph as it appeared following the town’s Remembrance Day service. Right: With flags in place, one wreath was laid by the Plumas Legion at the town’s memorial site. The site was also decorated by painted rocks, depicting poppies on each one (inset photo), made by local students.
‘No options left’ Glorious Christmas Wish Sale cancelled after Code Red announced
By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press The Glorious Christmas Wish Sale has now been cancelled. This decision was made following the province’s move to Code Red COVID-19 status, which became effective on Nov. 12. The sale had previously been scheduled to move forward, starting Nov. 28, with some adjustments. These adjustments included measures such as increasing the number of days for the event, rotating vendors, moving the event from the Yellowhead Hall to ArtsForward and using scheduled shopper attendance. With the province now in Code Red, the event is now no longer viable. “We were sorry to have
to cancel the craft sale,” said Rrain Prior, director of programming at ArtsForward. “But things just reached the point where there were no options left to have it in person.” Under the current restrictions, ArtsForward is unable to remain open to the general public. Discussions with the vendors who had signed on to the Glorious Christmas Wish Sale are currently taking place to discuss viable alternatives of some capacity. All readers are encouraged to watch for potential updates via ArtsForward’s social media. Supporting ArtsForward Prior told the Banner & Press that the best way to
support ArtsForward during these times is to come back to the gallery once it’s open again. “Come see the art, participate in our classes,” said Prior. “That’s the best thing you can do for a facility like this– participating [in what we have to offer].” However, those who wish to support ArtsForward financially in the meantime are welcome to inquire about the gallery’s patron program. This program supports a variety of items the centre can offer– including Kids’ Club at Home activities. The Kids’ Club at Home allows kids to participate in crafts, which they would normally be invited to do at ArtsForward, from home.
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Carberry/North Cypress-Langford
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By Gladwyn Scott
Neepawa Banner & Press
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Wreaths were placed at the cenotaph in Carberry on Remembrance Day last Wednesday.
Veysey (19), who is starting her sixth season in the Super League and was a finalist last year. The Junior Super League has five returning rinks and four new ones. Veysey and Holland, who curled together last year, would like to try mixed doubles curling, as there is no university competition. In their first doubleheader, both the Veysey and Snaith rinks recorded a win and a loss. It is a very competitive league and has included a pair of skips, Braden Calvert (Carberry, 2015) and Brayden Payette (Brandon, 2020), who late became world champions. • New president of the Association of Manitoba Municipalities (AMM) is Cam Blight, reeve of the RM of Portage la Prairie, who was unanimously elected and will take office Nov. 24. He succeeds Ralph Groening, reeve of the RM of Morris, who served as vice-president
for seven years and one term as president. Groening was a former farmer and a top notch basketball player with tiny Lowe Farm high school, when they won provincial crowns in 1964 and ‘65. A smooth transition of leadership is planned after a Zoom annual meeting on Nov. 23. • In the United States, the opposite is occurring, as the president is refusing to acknowledge that he lost the electoral college and the popular vote by more than 5.4 million votes. This should not be a complete surprise, as this was forecast after four years of leadership from a narcissistic, despicable person who was a fraudulent liar. The newly elected president and vice-president desire a peaceful transfer of power. The president still does not acknowledge that the coronavirus has caused 240,000 deaths and inflicts 120,000 new cases daily in the USA.
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• Congratulations to the Art Sear Park playground fund committee of Leah Bryant, Krista Strain and Melanie Lavich and their 15 volunteers who served almost 300 roast beef suppers Saturday, Nov. 7. Delicious meals were pre-ordered and served via a well-organized drive through from the community hall. The committee wants to thank the community and the donors for their generosity to this worthy cause. Some of the organizers worked from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm on Nov. 7 at the community hall. • In conjunction with Manitoba 150, Curl Manitoba is holding a competition to rank its top 150 curling rinks. Currently, skip Braden Calvert’s 2015 World Junior champions are ranked sixth in voting. That rink won back to back Canadian championships (2014 and 2015) plus the world title at Tallinn, Estonia. • The UCT #448 Junior Super League opened for another season at the Brandon Curling Club Sunday, Nov. 8 with nine rinks, down from the normal dozen. They curl two games each Sunday at 10:00 am and 1:30 pm. Carberry is well-represented in the league as a group of Grade 10 girls are back for another season, Dahlia Snaith (skip), Nevaeh Witherspoon (third), Mallory Lockhart (second) and Makenna Poitras (lead), Cheryl Snaith (manager) and Kevin Snaith and Bart Witherspoon (coaches). Taylor Holland (19) (third) and Jazlyn Enns (18) (second) have joined Carson Funnell (lead) and skip Akayla
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Taylor Orchard (21), who was a 2017 Carberry Collegiate graduate with several awards, continues to excel in her fourth year of a Bachelor of Science program at the University of Manitoba. She also is a very talented dance teacher who instructs tap, jazz, ballet, creative and lyrical options to 46 students on Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings each week. Her assistant instructor, Emma Saley (15), is a program graduate and is also a talented dancer and leader. Amy Urquhart, Carberry Plains Arts Council administrator, who organizes the popular dance classes, stated that, “Taylor is a very special person, with skills to communicate, identify needs, love of her community and a gifted
teacher. She is a pleasure to work with.” A Christmas presentation was successful last year, but the spring performance was cancelled due to the pandemic. Taylor started her dance journey at three years of age with the Carberry Arts program and progressed to the Steppin’ Time classes in Brandon, where she was greatly influenced by several fine instructors. In a telephone interview from the University of Manitoba, Orchard stated that she appreciated very much her Carberry Collegiate teachers and their courses. Recently, she was the recipient of a Student Leadership Award on the recommendation of her anatomy professors. She has been a successful dance instructor in Carberry for seven years and will graduate with a five-year science degree, majoring in bio-
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logical sciences and psychology. Her future plans have changed, as she wants to continue her studies for a PhD and teach at the U of M. Currently, Taylor is an anatomy laboratory assistant/instructor, student and dance teacher.
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Kin Club and HAND Local pharmacies implementing plan holiday cheer COVID-19 precautions By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press
Neepawa and area residents have the chance to make the holidays special for a local senior this year. Home Assistance Neepawa & District (HAND) and Neepawa Kin Club have partnered to put on a project called Hugs for the Holidays: Seniors Edition. The Kin Club and HAND are currently asking for nominations of seniors who could use a pick-me-up this holiday season. The nominators are asked to also supply a gift suggestion with their nomination, with some basic information to help someone pick a gift the senior would love. “The senior doesn’t have to be low income, this is just about mental health,” explained Kin Club member Amanda Naughton-Gale, adding that with many seniors already feeling isolated from the pandemic, this project is just about making a senior feel special after this difficult year. “We’ve had [this project] on the go, or in the thought process, for about a month now,” Naughton-Gale noted. She explained that HAND received a grant from the Beautiful Plains Community Foundation through the Emergency Community Support Fund, which kickstarted the idea, allowing them to purchase some goodies that will go along with the gifts purchased by community members. Once they have collected nominations, Naughton-Gale explained that HAND and the Kin Club will put the gift requests with mittens, which will be put out in several local businesses. People who want to purchase a gift for a senior can pick a mitten, buy the listed gift and drop it off at the HAND office. The mittens will not have the name of the recipient included, so the nominated seniors will remain anonymous. Naughton-Gale noted that the gifts can be unwrapped when they’re dropped off, but the gift-buyer should make sure they keep the mitten with the gift, as that will be what identifies who it’s for. During the week of Christmas, the Kin Club and HAND will be delivering the gifts in a COVID-safe manner. To nominate a senior, people can fill out an online form, the link for which can be found on the Neepawa Kin Club Facebook page. Alternatively, people can message the Neepawa Kin Club Facebook page or call HAND at 204-476-2009.
As an essential service, pharmacies will be operating no matter what level of pandemic response parts of Manitoba are in. Now that the whole province is in Red, the pharmacies in Neepawa are reminding people of ways they can keep themselves and other customers safe. Since the pandemic started, pharmacies have been encouraging customers to call in their prescriptions beforehand, so that they don’t have to wait in the store while their prescription is being filled. “We have had a small increase [in phone-ins],” stated Nelson Jackson, pharmacist and owner of Neepawa Pharmacy. “People understand it’s for their safety.” He added that there are still people coming in with their empty pill bottles, which they are asked not to do, but stated that it could be that they just haven’t heard the pharmacies’ recommendations yet. At Harris Pharmacy, owner and pharmacist Heather Todoruk noted that they’ve seen quite an increase in call-ins and doctors faxing over prescriptions. “People are certainly trying,” she expressed.
Baron combines studies and skating
By Gladwyn Scott Neepawa Banner & Press
Jensyn Baron is a very busy lady. Not only is she a full time Brandon University student, Jensyn is on the skating ice every evening, but one. She teaches figure skating, power skating and Can Skate, but also spends one evening with the Wheat City Connexion synchro team directed by Tammy McKay. Ten of the 20 members attend each practice. Jensyn started skating at four years of age to become a hockey player like her father, Randy. After five years of minor hockey, she switched to figure skating and never looked back. She graduated in 2017 from Carberry Collegiate as a co-recipient of the
Female Athlete of the Year, plus the CC Medal and a $2,500 scholarship. A talented runner and hurdler, Jensyn spent three years with the Prairie Storm track and field club and Bryce Koscielny, whom she describes as a fantastic coach. Due to her track aspirations, she transferred to the University of Saskatchewan at Saskatoon to study for a BSc and continue her hurdling and running (60 m, 100 m, 200 m and 300 m). After two great years in Saskatchewan, Jensyn had some health issues with her shins, which cut her track career short. Another sport which Baron loved was fastball, as she excelled at the catcher, shortstop and outfield positions with the Carberry
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Staff at Harris Pharmacy (pictured) and Neepawa Pharmacy are both taking steps to ensure both staff and customers’ safety during the pandemic.
The pharmacies have always offered delivery, however, they are encouraging those who are more vulnerable to take advantage of the option. As well, it has become very useful for those who are self-isolating to get their much-needed medications. “People who are in self-isolation, we bring stuff to their door and ring the doorbell,” Jackson said. “[We’ve had] quite a few more deliveries,” Todoruk added. She noted that they
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haven’t had very many deliveries where they’ve had to avoid contact completely with someone in isolation, but they have had quite an uptick in regular deliveries to people who are following public health’s recommendations to stay home. As with all businesses currently open, masks are required to enter the pharmacies. Jackson said that they have had to stop some people from entering without one. He noted that there
have been some customers who request to have their prescription brought out to the curb for them, while there are others who decide they don’t want to shop there, even though Neepawa Pharmacy has masks available for free for anyone who doesn’t have one on hand. Todoruk said that they haven’t had much trouble with masks, but now that their capacity has been restricted with Code Red, they have had to lock their doors and have people wait outside when they reach about 12 customers. That’s another reason she cited that people should phone in their prescriptions, as they want people to get in and out as quickly as possible so others can come in to get their necessities as well. Both pharmacists agreed that their customers for the most part are doing whatever they can to help everyone stay safe and they understand that these restrictions are meant to protect both themselves and pharmacy staff.
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Reflecting on those ‘Prairie Days’
ART BY HÉLÈNE BLANCHET
These are just a couple samples of the work Hélène Blanchet has on display at ArtsForward for her exhibit, “Prairie Days”. An online walkthrough of the exhibit is planned for the future. Pictured above: “Springtime in the Grasslands”– Blanchet particularly loves the southern Saskatchewan and the Grasslands National Park areas. She gets a sense of deep equilibrium there– the winds, smells and colours filling visitors with a profound sense of peace. Right: Some of the details that can be seen close-up in Blanchet’s “The Hiker”.
Submitted Neepawa Banner & Press Hélène Blanchet is a textile folk artist specializing in colourful, handmade story quilts. Her unique, award-winning quilts have been exhibited both nationally and internationally.Her love of traditional textiles has brought her to study surface design and composition under several well-known quilt artists, such as Kate Pasquini M a soput a nd Pa mel a Allen, and abstraction.
Blanchet moved to a cabin on Cape Breton island in 2009, providing a period of quiet ref lection for her to hone her storytelling skills. She then moved to western Canada in 2011 and, at 50, became a professional gardener. It was in Calgary that she made her first cityscapes and began to document her stay in her first series of quilts called “Calgary Days.” Blanchet’s love of the prairies encouraged her to explore western Canada further, with a
yearly pilgrimage to rural wester n Ca nad a ever since. “ P ra i r ie Day s”, t he exhibit currently on display at ArtsForward, is a continuation of her first series. The exhibit tells the story of an artist’s experience of living out west in a selection of charming folk-art quilts. The quilts depict everyday scenes and activities the artist experienced during her three-year move to Calgary. People, the sights and colours are all captured
in her signature style. It is sure to delight old and young alike– and anyone who has ever had to leave home in search of work. Prairie Days will be on display at ArtsForward until the end of November. However, due to Code Red COVID-19 restrictions, the building is currently closed to the general public. All those wishing to see the full exhibit are asked to watch for a digital walkthrough via ArtsForward’s social media.
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November is Fall Prevention Month in Canada HAND offers information to help seniors avoid falls
By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press With ice and snow on the scene in November, it’s an important month to be reminded about the dangers of falling. Fall Prevention Month in Canada aims to educate people on how to reduce their risk of falling and what to do if a fall occurs. According to the Government of Canada, falls were the number one cause of injury among older adults in 2015, with 20 to 30 per cent of seniors experiencing at least one fall in a year. Genie Barnaby, coordinator for Home Assistance Neepawa & District (HAND), noted that they often try to have some informational sessions for seniors on how to prevent falls, however, with current health orders in Manitoba, gatherings of any kind are prohibited. HAND had also planned to do some evening exercise sessions in a couple of the senior living buildings in Neepawa, but those had to be cancelled as well, due to Code Red health restrictions. HAND does, however, have several informational resources available on how to prevent falls. They are also planning to develop a video, with the help of a Steppin’ Up exercise leader in Minnedosa and NACTV, that will demonstrate easy exercises people can do at home. Barnaby noted that they hope to have that program running by mid-December or early January. Staying active According to Philips Lifeline, fitness is one of the biggest ways to prevent falls among seniors. HAND has a number of information resources from Lifeline, which share a variety of ways for seniors to stay safe. These resources include several easy exercises, both from a seated position and a standing position. Some exercises that can be done while seated include:
neck stretches, tilting your head sideways for 10 seconds on each side; arm raises, raising one arm up and pausing for two seconds before bringing it back down, then repeating with the other arm; seated marching, alternating lifting each knee to your chest about 10 to 15 times for each leg; rowing, sitting straight up, extending your arms in front of you and pulling back; and small kicks, straightening and bending your knee in a kicking motion, one leg at a time. All these exercises are recommended to start with about 10 to 15 repetitions each. Recommended standing exercises include: calf stretch, step back and keep back heel on floor while you lean forward, alternate legs, holding position for 30 seconds each; lateral leg swing, swing leg straight out to the side 10 times, switch to other leg and repeat; heel and toe raise, stand straight up and rise up on toes, pause and lower back down; and mini squats, standing straight up, bend your knees as far as is comfortable and raise back up. It is recommended with all of the standing exercises to hold onto the back of a chair to stabilize. Detailed instructions and diagrams of these exercises and more can be found in the Lifeline fitness pamphlet available at HAND. Environment awareness Being aware of hazards within one’s environment is another way to reduce the risk of falling. HAND has several pamphlets available that list ways to adjust the environment and what to avoid to make it easier to stay safe. Some ways to minimize fall risk outdoors include painting edges and obstacles to make them more visible; use a mixture of sand and paint on outside stairs for better traction; and make sure snow and ice is clear from walkways. Inside, it’s important to remove clutter, such as telephone and electrical cords, from walking paths. Rugs and other flooring that might catch a toe
or slip underfoot should be glued down or attached with non-slip backing. Make sure the home is well lit so that anything that might trip someone up is visible. In the washroom, non-slip mats, grab bars and shower benches can also be of help. Lifeline also recommends checking with doctors about any drugs that may cause dizziness, testing hearing and eyesight, using a cane or walker if needed and wearing non-slip shoes or slippers. In case a fall happens If a fall does occur, there is a right way to get up from it. Firstly, if you have fallen and can tell you’re injured or are in severe pain, do not get up or let anyone help you up. Call for help and don’t move until the paramedics arrive. If the fall is less severe, the sooner you move, the better. If you don’t get up, there is a risk of swelling, pressure ulcers, dehydration, breathing problems and more. To safely get up after a fall, roll onto your side and look around for something sturdy to hold onto, such as a chair or staircase. Once you have found the closest object, roll onto your stomach and push yourself up, then crawl towards it. Place your hands on the seat of the chair, bottom stair, or other furniture and bring one foot flat on the floor underneath you, kneeling with the other leg. From the kneeling position, slowly rise, while steadying yourself on the furniture and turn your body to sit on it. Lifeline recommends to stay seated for a while before trying to stand up again. Being afraid of a fall makes falling even more likely, so control what you can by staying fit and adapting your home to reduce the fear and the risk of falling. Anyone who would like more details can contact Genie Barnaby at HAND, 204-476-2009, and she can arrange to have informational materials dropped off.
Palliative Care memory bulb donations suspended
Neepawa organization still accepting regular donations, operations continue By Kira Paterson
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A fundraiser dating back over 20 years has been put on hold this year, due to COVID-19. Neepawa & District Palliative Care’s annual memory bulb fundraiser, in which people pay to light up a bulb in memory of a loved one, will not be taking place, as many of the businesses which
usually accept donations for the fundraiser have to be closed during Code Red restrictions. Mary Ellen Clark, coordinator for Neepawa & District Palliative Care, noted that the tree itself will still be up and decorated, on Mountain Ave. in front of Harris Pharmacy, they just won’t be taking donations specifically for the bulbs.
“We feel it’s only right to respect the restrictions,” explained Clark, stating that they realize some of the businesses that are still able to be open don’t necessarily want to be handling cash very much, while others can’t allow customers inside. “We’ll still gladly take donations,” added board chair Judy Gabler. She explained that Palliative
Care is still operating, with all restrictions and health orders in mind. They still have volunteers visiting homes, when needed, and they are still keeping their palliative care rooms in the health centre stocked up. Clark noted that while they may not be pursuing the memory bulb fundraiser this year, they are very thankful to all who have contributed to the
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campaign in past years, including the Town of Neepawa, which supplies them with and decorates their Memory Tree annually. She added that Palliative Care continues to have support year round and this year has been no exception. “Donations continue to f low through. People have been generous, continuing to support us,” Clark stated, expressing
her thanks on behalf of Palliative Care for the community’s consistent support. Donations can be mailed to Neepawa & District Palliative Care, Box 1240 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. Charitable receipts will still be issued for anyone wanting to make a donation as well.
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separations and installing larger windows, a less costly renovation can often create the sense of spaciousness and light you want. •Old hardwood is often of high quality and can be refinished. If your old trim and doors are in good shape, they can be refinished rather than replaced. And be sure to look under carpeting to see what’s underneath– in older homes, this is often vintage hardwood. •Do the work in stages to suit your budget. Doing the project in phases may allow you to achieve the results you want without undue financial pressure. Your professional renovator can help develop a master plan with proper sequencing of tasks, timelines and expected costs. •Consider capital versus operating costs. Water-conserving fixtures will save a consider-
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Born: August 7th, 1925 in Kelwood, Manitoba • Died: November 4th, 2020 in Calgary, Alberta
Clare enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force shortly after turning 18 in August of 1943 and spent the next year training in Edmonton and Saskatoon. Much to his dismay, with fortunes turning in favor of the Allies, fewer pilots were needed and Clare was discharged from the Air Force and drafted into the Canadian Army in 1944, spending 1944 to 1946 in Winnipeg and Camp Borden, Ontario with the Royal Canadian Armoured Corp. When the war ended, Clare was still at Camp Borden awaiting an overseas posting. Following an honourable discharge from the Army, Clare’s father was keen to have him return to Kelwood to take over a newly established International Harvester dealership. Clare not only established himself in business with the dealership, but started an entrepreneurial life when he opened a second dealership in nearby Neepawa, Manitoba. Clare ran both dealerships, along with the garage and Ford dealership, after his father’s sudden passing in 1954, until 1956. Clare pursued his interest in flying, hindered during the war, earning his private pilot’s license in 1952 and flying his Aeronca Chief airplane around the Kelwood area after taking it in on trade at the International Harvester dealership. Clare met Joyce McDonald unofficially at a Davidson family dinner, shortly after returning from the service. Their relationship became official when Joyce accepted a teaching position in Kelwood following Normal School. Joyce and Clare were married in Neepawa, October 20, 1951 and resided in Kelwood until 1955. Clare and Joyce moved to Winnipeg, Manitoba in the fall of 1955, where Joyce taught elementary school in Fort Gary and Clare pursued studies at the University of Manitoba, graduating with a Science Degree, majoring in Geology in 1959. Clare and Joyce spent 2 summers in Virden, Manitoba, where Clare worked as a geologist for the Manitoba Government. A permanent move to Virden was made in summer 1959, following graduation, shortly after daughter Kathy-Anne was born. Originally intended as a short stay in Virden before moving further west to Calgary, energy development in the area had Clare busy doing geological consulting work. During a downturn in oil and gas drilling, Clare went back to school at Brandon University, graduating with a Bachelor of
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Education in 1965 and the intent for he and Joyce to move to the Okanagan to pursue teaching. A resurgence in energy activity found Clare busy again and more firmly rooted in Virden. By 1969, after the birth of sons Bruce and Ronald, Clare had formed his own Geological Consulting Company and Joyce was back to teaching kindergarten as principal of Goulter School, the decision was made to make Virden, their permanent home. From their home in Virden Clare pursued wellsite drilling and geological consulting for both the oil & gas and potash industries from southwestern Manitoba, throughout Saskatchewan and Alberta, and as far northwest as Fort Nelson, BC. Clare and Joyce made many life-long friends in Virden, particularly through the “couples club” established by Virden United Church, where Clare and Joyce were members through all their years in Virden. Clare was a frequent member of the church choir and the local barbershop singers. Clare was a strong supporter of the local community as a member and president of the Virden Lions Club and a lifelong member of the Virden Legion Branch No.8 where he served time as President. Clare was involved in local business, serving on several boards and committees and, among other ventures, Clare helped build a local Oil & Gas drilling company with his partners, that served Southwestern Manitoba. Clare was inducted into the Manitoba Oil Museum Hall of Fame for his contributions to the Southwestern Manitoba Oil & Gas Industry. Clare had an unbreakable bond with Southwestern Manitoba and greatly enjoyed his time at the Clear Lake family cottage in Riding Mountain National Park. Time at the lake, along with trips “home” to the Kelwood, Neepawa and Brookdale areas where he visited with lifelong friends and family were cherished memories. Reluctantly, Clare and Joyce left their home in Virden, where they had lived for 60 years and established so many friends and memories, in September of 2019, moving to Riverheights Terrace in Brandon. Their stay in Brandon was brief and, following their plan of many years earlier, moved to Calgary in September of 2020. Clare lived an incredibly diverse and rich life filled with great friendships, wonderful adventures and hard work. Never afraid to start something new or see something different he was characterized by having more interests and ideas than time. Loved and missed by his family, Clare leaves to mourn his wife of 69 years Joyce Cawston (née McDonald), daughter Katherine Corey and her husband Mitch Feldman, son Bruce Cawston and family; Natasha (Sam) and Ben (Jennifer), son Ronald Cawston, his wife Tari and children Benjamin, Nicholas and Zachary. Thank you to the staff of the Brandon Regional Hospital and Calgary Foothills Hospital for the care and attention that Clare received while there in 2020. A small family memorial service will be held in Calgary with a celebration of life and interment at the Kelwood Cemetery to be planned for the summer of 2021. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada in Clare’s memory. G.R. Carscadden Funeral Chapel 383 Wellington Street West, Virden, Manitoba www.carscaddenfuneralchapel.com/
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Obituary Clare passed away quietly on Wednesday evening, November 4, 2020 at the Foothills hospital in Calgary, Alberta. Clare had been challenged with poor health since the spring of 2020, with lengthy stays in hospital in both Brandon, Manitoba and Calgary.
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Obituary Ernest Jackson Joseph Alexander Ernest Jackson, of McCreary, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at the McCreary/Alonsa Health Centre at the age of 91 years. Ernest was born on November 11, 1929 in McCreary, MB to Alexander and Marie Louise Jackson (nee Barre). Ernest was predeceased by his parents and his sister Germaine. Ernest received his education in McCreary. He attended university and then taught school in McCreary for two years. His lifelong career was working as a geologist. His profession took him to many places around the world. Ernest was an avid golfer, but was interested in most sports. Ernest was a very generous man and was very friendly and could talk to anyone. He enjoyed going out for coffee with his many friends. Ernest leaves to mourn his extended family and many friends. A private funeral service was held for Ernest on Tuesday, November 17th, 2020 at 2:00 pm from Our Lady of the Nativity RC Church in McCreary, with interment in the McCreary Roman Catholic Cemetery. A public memorial service will be held at a future date when conditions allow. The family would like to thank the staff of the McCreary/ Alonsa Health Centre and the Ste. Rose General Hospital for their excellent care. Should friends so desire, donations may be made in memory of Ernest to a charity of one's choice. Sneath-Strilchuk -McCreary Chapel 204-447-2444 • www.sneathstrilchuk.com
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This Educational Assistant position is 5.5 hours per day and will commence on Monday, January 4, 2021.
Rhonda Dickenson Coordinator of Student Services Beautiful Plains School Division Box 700, Neepawa, MB. R0J 1H0 TEL: (204) 476-2388 FAX: (204) 476-3606 EMAIL: bpsd@bpsd.mb.ca Only those selected for a short list will be contacted. Others are thanked for their interest now.
Rolling River School Division FOODS Meat Cutters/Production Personnel Our people, perseverance, integrity, and exceptional partnerships have led HyLife to becoming Canada’s leading pork producer and global exporter of high quality pork products. The growing demand for our pork in Japan and China means we need exceptional people to help deliver our company vision. We have expanded our Neepawa facility to increase our overall production by 15% and in turn created new jobs throughout the company. As a Meat Cutter/Production Personnel you will be a critical member of our team in the creation of our world class product. Our positions range from working on our slaughter production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between! With our wide variety of jobs, excellent people, and our drive for innovation you will certainly find a job that suits you! Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to: • Slaughter and eviscerate hogs for further processing • Harvest and package edible offal • Process pork carcasses into primal cuts • Butcher and package pork primal cuts into value added specifications for local, national and international premium markets • Carry out other tasks related to processing of meat for shipping to customers or storage • Sanitation People who will succeed as members of our team will: • Enjoy working in a fast paced, stable long term work environment • Appreciate working in a culturally diverse workplace. We employ people from all over the world! • Treat people with dignity and respect • Open to working in colder/warmer environments • Physically Fit • Experience as an industrial butcher or trimmer is an asset
Current starting wage is $15.15/hour plus $1.00 per hour perfect attendance incentive! Wage scale extends to $22.10 per hour We believe that our success is founded on the strength of our team. As such, we place a great deal of emphasis on attracting, developing and retaining good people, and consider every one of our employees to be a highly-valued member of the HyLife family. To that end, we are committed to providing a working environment that not only fosters personal growth, but also recognizes our employees’ contributions towards the common goal of our company’s success because of this HyLife has been recognized as a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies. If you have the qualifications and the passion to meet this challenge then we would like to explore your potential. Please apply online at http://hylife.com/current-opportunities/ or email to jobs@hylife.com or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted
Wash Bay Attendant Gladstone Transfer is looking for wash bay attendants to join our team. Wash bay attendants are responsible for the cleanliness and appearance that represents the company’s core values. For a full job description contact info@gladstonetransfer.com or call 1-204-385-2947.
Cleaner Positions Erickson Elementary School, Erickson, MB TERM position to June 30, 2021 - Part-time 3.0 hours per day - evening shift (potential for extension).
Division Offices (Administration, Transportation and Maintenance buildings), Minnedosa, MB PERMANENT 12-month position - Part-time -5.0 hours per day - evening shift Start date to be arranged.
Qualifications Required: • Ability to take initiative and work unsupervised • Ability to work effectively with others as a member of a team • Ability to communicate effectively with people both orally and in writing • Physically fit and capable of performing physically demanding work Preferred: • Current WHIMIS training and certification • Previous commercial cleaning experience • A working knowledge of and experience with commercial cleaning equipment • Valid Class 5 Drivers License The incumbent is required to work effectively under pressure, within defined timeframes and with a variety of people in a team environment. He/she must be able to work well independently, be flexible, adjust to changing work assignments and deal with and maintain confidential information. A willingness to complete and maintain WHMIS certification is a job requirement. Salary as per C.U.P.E. Collective Agreement For further information please contact Mr. Fred Scott, Maintenance Supervisor at 867-2754 Ext. 239 fscott@rrsd.mb.ca Applicants are requested to submit a covering letter with a comprehensive resume, addressing the stated qualifications and naming three work related references to the following by Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 12:00 NOON. Please state which position(s) you are applying for. Sarah Woychyshyn Administrative Assistant, Human Resources Rolling River School Division PO Box 1170 Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 Phone: 867-2754 Fax: 867-2037 E-Mail: swoychyshyn@rrsd.mb.ca Thank you to all applicants for their interest in Rolling River School Division. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Employment is conditional upon an acceptable Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Check.
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Please submit your resume by email. We thank all who are interested in this opportunity with Gladstone Transfer Ltd., however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
invites applications for Glenella Route #17 Applicants require a current Manitoba Class 2 driver’s license and School Bus Operator’s Endorsement or willing to obtain through a Division provided training course. Further information regarding duties and qualifications may be obtained by contacting the Transportation Supervisor. Applications including 3 references will be received by the undersigned. Closing date is when position is filled. Randy Shyanne Transportation Supervisor Turtle River School Division Box 309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0 Phone: 835-2067 or Fax: 835-2426 rshyanne@trsd.ca Although all applications are appreciated, only candidates who are selected for a personal interview will be contacted.
Notice TOWN OF CARBERRY PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING SPECIAL SERVICE PROPOSAL BY-LAW NO. 1/2020 TO ESTABLISH RATES TO RECOVER COSTS OF COLLECTION AND TRANSPORTATION OF WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIALS The council of the Town of Carberry has scheduled a public hearing at the Carberry Council Chambers on December 8, 2020 at 7:10 pm to present the following Special Service Proposal By-law No. 1/2020: A. Proposed Service: The Town of Carberry has provided collection and transportation of waste and recyclable materials and operation of the landfill site under By-law No. 2213. By-law No. 2213, however, does not meet the current statutory requirements. Council for the Town of Carberry deems it necessary to continue to provide these services. This new Special service By-Law repeals By-law No. 2213 and updates the affected properties, service costs, method, and rates of taxation. The proposed by-law will be effective for the years 2021 to 2024 inclusive. Services will remain as follows: garbage collection every Tuesday, recycling collection every Thursday and glass collection the first Tuesday of each month. The three-bag limit per household will also remain with additional garbage tags available at a cost of $20 for 10 tags. B. Area of the Municipality: Under this proposal, a special service tax will be imposed on all taxable, grant-in-lieu and otherwise exempt properties within the Town of Carberry, as described in Schedule B C. Estimated Cost of Service: The estimated cost of the special service plan for 2021 to 2024 are as follows (allowing for a 2% increase in expenses per year): Garbage & Recycling Costs Landfill Expenses Less: Recycling Revenue Total
2021 $181,116 $24,296 $50,000 $155,412
2022 $184,739 $24,781 $50,000 $159,520
2023 $188,434 $25,277 $50,000 $163,711
2024 $192,202 $25,783 $50,000 $167,985
D: Method and Rate of Special Service Tax: The method of taxation to be used to calculate the special service tax will be based on an amount per parcel of land (assessment roll number). Different parcels will be levied different per parcel rates based on levels of service as follows: Property Type Single Family Residential/Service Club / Halls/Commercial (1x Rate) Suites (0.5 x rate) Duplex (1.5 x rate) Community Hall/Rink (2x rate) Garages and service stations (2.5x rate) Autobody shops (3x rate) Hospital and Care Home (3 x rate) Grocery Stores/Cafes/Hotels/Schools (5x rate)
2021
2022
2023
2024
$170
$175
$180
$185
$85 $255 $340 $425 $510 $510 $850
$87.50 $262.50 $350 $437.50 $525 $525 $875
$90 $270 $360 $450 $540 $540 $900
$92.50 $277.50 $370 $462.50 $555 $555 $925
Note: Buildings with commercial downstairs and suites upstairs shall pay the commercial rate. Buildings with several commercial uses pay 50% of the per base parcel rate for each such commercial use/unit. Residential dwellings with suites pay the base per parcel rate for the single-family residence and 50% of the rate for each suite. Apartment buildings pay the base rate plus 50% of the per base parcel rate for each apartment. Mobile home parks pay the base per parcel rate per unit. Any shortfall incurred throughout any given year will come from reserve and if the reserve has insufficient funds, the shortfall amount will come from the general levy. A written objection may be filed with the Chief Administrative Officer, at 316 Fourth Avenue, Box 130, Carberry, MB R0K 0H0, prior to the commencement of the hearing. At the hearing, Council will hear any potential taxpayer who wishes to make a presentation, ask questions or register an objection to the special services plan. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, interested parties are asked to pre-register for the hearing, to allow accommodations for larger groups. You may register by calling 204-834-6600. All objections, written or verbal, must be filed prior to the adjournment of the hearing and must include the name, address, and property description of the person filing the objection and the grounds of their objection. Copies of Special Service Proposal No. 1/2020 are available at the municipal office at 316 Fourth Avenue, Carberry. Dated at the Town of Carberry this 20th day of November, 2020, and issued pursuant to Section 318 of The Municipal Act. Grady Stephenson Chief Administrative Officer Town of Carberry (204) 834-6600
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Health
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BRED HEIFER SALE
HIP/KNEE Replacement?
BATTERIES FOR EVERYTHING!
Other medical conditions causing TROUBLE WALKING or DRESSING?
50, 000 BATTERIES IN STOCK
GLADSTONE AUCTION MART LTD. Friday, November 27 at 12 noon Will include 150 quality reputable bred heifers from 2 consigners
Escarpment Farms, Birnie MB
80 Red and RWF Simmental cross heifers Calving start date March 15th. Bred to calving ease, hand selected Simmental heifer bulls. BW is 82-84 lbs. Full health program. 75% Home Raised
Escarpment Farms, Birnie MB
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30 Black Angus cross heifers. Calving start date April 15th. Bred to calving ease, hand selected Red Angus bulls. BW is 82 lbs. Full health program. 75% Home Raised
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L&V Walker Livestock, Holland MB
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40 Home raised “one-iron” Black and BWF Angus influence heifers. Full health program (booster shots required). 82lb BW heifer bulls from Osowa Angus bulls Heifers exposed to the bulls June 14
Due to Covid-19 restrictions this sale will be conducted online only with online bidding or absentee bids left with the order buyer. Heifers may be viewed at Gladstone Auction Mart Thursday Nov 26 from noon – 6:00pm or Friday Nov. 27 from 9:00am -noon. All purchases must be paid for & picked up by 7:00pm Friday Nov. 27 For complete details & information contact Gladstone Auction mart 204-385-2537 or Tyler Slawinski 204-672-0450
$50,000 from the Government of Canada.
Call Manitoba Benefits 1-(800)-211-3550 or send a text message with your name and mailing address to 204-808-0035 for your free benefits package.
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THE BATTERY MAN 1390 St. James St., WPG 1-877-775-8271 www.batteryman.ca
The Aurora 1648 SqFt RTM
3 bedrooms, ensuite, huge kitchen, quartz countertops, walk-in pantry, island. James Hardie Siding Huron Tripane Windows. Pictures available www. giesbrechthomes.ca MUST SELL 2008 Grandeaur Modular Home
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Garbage Bin Rentals Roll Off Bins We buy Scrap! Phone 476-0002 for more information
RAINKIE’S SEWAGE SERVICE
PHONE Jim Beaumont
476-2483 Owner/Operator
Cellular 476-6591 Dennis 476-2766
23 Hour Service
P. BAKER BACKHOE SERVICE Trenching • Ditching • Water & Sewer Dugouts • Demolition • Brushing Trucking • Sand & Gravel Snow Removal • Winter Parking Lot Sanding
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E.K. Kostenchuk LTD.
• Excavations • Trenching • Landscaping • Gravel • Topsoil • Shale • Laser Ditching • Certified Installer for Holding Tanks, Septic Tanks and Drain Fields • Construction Site Prep • Dozer work • Brush Clearing
Matt Rempel Birnie, MB
Cell: (204) 841-0988
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FARMERS & RANCHERS Ashern Auction Mart is holding a Complete Herd Dispersal Sale for
Matt & Tony Duffy
November 21, 2020 • Start time 11:00 AM Selling approximately 600 Bred cows & 100 Bred Heifers 300 Black Angus X Cows, 280 Red Angus X Cows & 20 Charolais Cows Heifers are 50% Black and Red Cows are on a herd health program Bred to Red and Black Simmental bulls Bulls turned out for April 8th calving start date Most Cows are 3rd and 4th calving cows Cows will be pregnancy checked at the Auction Mart prior to the Sale Contact: Ashern Auction Mart – 204-768-2360 Buddy Bergner – 204-768-0018 Kirk Kiesman – 204-768-0019
Auctions Ranch Retirement Auction for Greg & Ruth Zamyrkut Saturday May 5th - 10:30am - Rorketon MB GARTONSAUCTION.COM ONLINE TIMED CONSIGNMENT AUCTION From Ste Rose, MB17 miles N on PTH #276,Magnet Road 2¼ Forestry, Garbage And S, More miles NE.OrHeavy FromEquipment, Rorketon, MB Corner Truck, on 276,Hay 2 miles 1½ OPEN UNTIL NOVEMBER 2020, AT 7:00 PM CT E, SATURDAY, ½ S. GPS: 51°32 N28,99°29'W
VEHICLES, TRAILERS, RECREATIONAL: 2011 Ford F-550 diesel garbage truck, low NH 8870 FWA tractor • 2005 FORD NH TL100 FWA tractor c/w BUHLER 2595 mileage; 2003 Mack Vision heavy spec highway tractor; JD 5010 tractor; F150 Ford truck; FEL • David Brown 885 tractor • DEUTZ DX160 tractor • CAT 931 crawler/ 2007 Cancade 15’ gravel end dump pup trailer; 2004 Okanagan bumper hitch camper trailer loader FARMALL MDsemi tractor • INLAND HAYLINER 12 bale 1978-9 double650 armKawasaki picker • with 12’•slide; drop deck trailer; 1976 Honda 175 motorcycle; 660 NH baler • PINTLE Hitch tri-axel trailer for small crawler • VICON 1050 9 Street bike; 1994 Polaris Indy 600 XLT snowmobile; Dunes buggy (VW engine); CRAWLERS wheel hay rakeD7E • MORRIS hoe drills c/w450 SA/FA fiberglass V & FORESTRY: CAT dozerMH310 1968-69; 1988 Case diesel• Fertilizer dozer; Timber jack 1410D tank • Inland 60’ Jack field 635 sprayer c/w 500log galloaders; plastic Yankee tank • 27’ tiller c/w forwarder; Timber and Prentice PTOCCIL drive,deep 3pt mount, saw harrows “207” • 2000 14’ log disksplitters; bine • OTHER NH688EQUIPMENT rd baler • CCIL PT mandrel, 28” blade; rollingNH log1441 carriage; AND9600 SUPPLIES: Pro screener 10’ 3-product screener; Versatile 4400 18’ swather; silage wagon combine • 357 NH mix mill • 18’ 1979 400 Versatile swather c/w pluKuhn reels • 6’mix steel with scale; 36’• bale elevator; corral quality13hp roundmotor hay bales swath roller WESTFIELD 7” Xand 36’ gate grainpanels; auger180 c/wgood HONDA • and 200 oat green feed round bales; Allied 6’ 3pt snowpto blower; CUB2 Cadet 1050 box foot-control WESTFIELD W series 8” x41’ grain auger • 75bu wheelLTX hopper trailer hydrostatic lawn •tractor, 50” deck, 22hp engine; items; trapping supplies c/w hyd chute YAMAHA 97-99 – 350 Bigtools Bearand 4x4shop quad • YAMAHA 350 Bigand much 4x4 more.• See full listing and pictures @ www.gartonsauction.com !!! Call Bear Items are located in consignors’ yards near Dauphin, MB and area. All items are Greg directly at (204) 732-2213 for more information on the equipment pick-up only. See bidding platform for details at www.gartonsauction.com Terms: Same day payment on all purchases; we accept cash or credit card; All items sold as is, where is; deletions; Auctioneer not responsible for any accidents. No buyers premiums.
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Please register at www.livestock.bid
Phone Terra Fulton manager at 204-385-2537 to consign to this sale
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Auction Service SERVING THE PARKLAND AND SURROUNDING AREAS SINCE 1992 PO BOX 543 DAUPHIN, MB R7N 2V3 Phone (204) 629-2583 garton@inetlink.ca Cell: (204) 648-4541 www.gartonsauction.com
Ranch Retirement Auction for Greg & Ruth Zamyrkut
Licence 1128
Meyers Online Fall Gun Auction
Trenching • Excavating • Landscaping Trucking • Water & Sewer • Demolition Dozer work • Ditching
Eric 204-573-7661•Kyle 204-841-4409 e.k.kostenchuk.ltd@gmail.com
Comfort Electric
Experience, Quality, Integrity CALL NOW FOR ALL YOUR RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL NEEDS
Shawn Nugent
Journeyman Electrician 1-204-476-6730 comfortelectric@hotmail.com Box 2518 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0
SERVING THE NEEPAWA AREA Rough Lumber
Full dimension Corral Planks and Windbreak
Opens November 30 Closes December 5
Firewood Sales Slabs $60/cord Cut and Split �� Round Wood
To consign call or text
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Woodlot Management
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McSherry Auction 12 Patterson Dr. , Stonewall, MB
Cut and split firewood - Poplar and Spruce/Pine �� firewood - 10 cord load delivered to your yard
Online Timed Auctions @ iCollector.com Annual Fall Gun Auction Over 200 Guns~ Featuring Winchester Collection Closes Wed Nov 25 @ 7:30pm
Estate & Moving
Featuring Universal 340 Dsl Tractor 3PH FEL * & 76 MG Midget Roadster
Closes Wed Dec 2 @ 7:30pm
Consignments Welcome! (204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027
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NOTICES Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Manitoba Community Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association’s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www. mcna.com. URGENT PRESS RELEASES OR MEDIA ADVISORIES SERVICE. Have something to announce? A cancellation? A change in operations? Though we cannot guarantee publication, MCNA will get the information into the right hands for ONLY $35.00 + GST/HST. Call MCNA (204) 947-1691 for more information, or email classified@mcna.com for details. www.mcna.com. FOR SALE TRAILERS, TRUCKBEDS & TIRES. Full Repair and Safeties. Vehicle Parts, Tires & Wheels. Vehicle & Trailer Parts & Batteries. Sales, Financing & Leasing. KALDECK TRUCK & TRAILER INC. Hwy #1, MacGregor, MB. 1-888-685-3127. www.kaldecktrailers.com HAVING A VIRTUAL EVENT IN MANITOBA? NEED REGISTRANTS? Advertise it in the 37 MB Weekly newspapers and get noticed! Each week our blanket classifieds could be helping your organization get noticed in over 340,000 homes! It’s AFFORDABLE and it’s a great way to increase and connect with our 37 weekly member newspapers. For as little as $189.00 + GST, get your important messaging out! Call this newspaper NOW to book or email classified@ mcna.com for details. MCNA - Manitoba Community Newspapers Association (204) 947-1691. www.mcna.com AUCTIONS Ward’s & Bud Haynes Firearms Auction, Saturday, December 12th, Edmonton, Alberta. Hundreds of Lots in all Classes. www.WardsAuctions.com. Call Brad 780-940-8378; Linda 403-597-1095 to consign. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY *K'AWAT'SI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IS NOW HIRING* - Red Seal Carpenters - Third and fourth year apprentices - Experienced Carpenter's helpers. If you are interested in this great career opportunity, please send your resume at hr@kedc.ca or call us at 250 230 5498
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Spruce Plains RCMP Report
Pause in play has Neepawa, MJHL adjusting on the fly
By Cpl. Jacob Stanton
By Eoin Devereux
During the week of Nov. 9 to 15, Spruce Plains RCMP dealt with 40 police activities. Nov. 9 – RCMP received a report of an injured deer on the side of the highway in the RM of Minto-Odanah. Police responded to a commercial alarm in Minnedosa, which was determined to be a false alarm. Nov. 10 – RCMP responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in the Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne. Police located the driver and determined there was no cause for concern. Nov. 11 – RCMP handed out several tickets for various driving infractions, including towing an unregistered trailer, operating a vehicle without a supervising driver and driving carelessly. Nov. 12 – RCMP provided assistance to a vehicle fire in the RM of North Cypress-Langford. There were no injuries and no damage to any other surrounding property. Police received a report of cheque forgery in the RM of MintoOdanah, the matter is under investigation. Police responded to a false alarm in Minnedosa and received a report of fraud in Neepawa, which had insufficient evidence to proceed. Nov. 13 – RCMP conducted a COVID compliance check on a Neepawa resident. All person(s) were abiding by the quarantine regulations. Nov. 14 – RCMP conducted various proactive traffic enforcement, engaging with several motorists. Nov. 15 – RCMP responded to a report of assault in Minnedosa. Both parties resolved the matter with police assistance and neither wished to proceed with charges. Police provided assistance to a person in Basswood who was in medical distress. The person was transported to Minnedosa Hospital to receive medical attention. RCMP conducted 29 traffic enforcement actions during this reporting period.
Even though there hasn’t been a single game played since Saturday, Nov. 7, the past two weeks might have been the most hectic in Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL) history. On Nov. 12, the entire province moved into the critical level (Red) of the Pandemic Response System in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. As a result, all MJHL on-ice activities, including games and practices have been paused. Over the course of the pause in play, there has been a lot of work going on over the phones between the 12 member franchises and the league office, preparing for an eventual return. As a part of that work, a tentative Jan. 1, 2021 date has been set to restart the schedule. MJHL commissioner Kevin Saurette said, via media release, that the league is working diligently with Hockey Canada, Sport Manitoba and Hockey Manitoba to allow for a safe return to play. He also stated that the league appreciates all the support and understanding it has received from its fans, sponsors and hockey community.
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Public Service Announcement With the winter months ahead it is time to start warming your vehicle up. The Spruce Plains RCMP would like to remind and encourage people to take anti-theft precautions when starting your car to warm up. Vehicle thieves target vehicles during this time, let’s not make it easy on them. If you have any information about these crimes or any other crimes, please contact your local RCMP Office or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Due to the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, the Neepawa and Minnedosa RCMP detachments advise they will be limiting front counter services at the detachments until further notice. We request that you contact each detachment at 204-4767340 (Neepawa) or 204-867-2916 (Minnedosa) to inquire about criminal record checks or to file a report. Leave a message if needed and it will be checked the following business day. Do not leave a message if you require immediate police assistance. You must dial 204-476-7338 (Neepawa), 204-867-2751 (Minnedosa) or 911 to have a police officer respond to you promptly.
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The right move The Neepawa Junior “A” Hockey Club’s last game was on Saturday, Nov. 7. Since then, the players were notified of the decision from the province and allowed to
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sake of player and public safety and hopefully we can be back soon to playing hockey and all the other things we like to do as a community. The players have been released to go home or to go to their jobs in the community and we all just hope that things will return to a somewhat normal situation soon,” Waddell said. The pause in play will force an alteration to the previous MJHL schedule and an announcement on the changes is expected to be made public in the coming weeks.
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return home. Head coach and general manager Ken Pearson said it was just the right thing to do, under the circumstances. “It was the right move, with the province being shut down. Even if everyone moves back into code orange protocols as quickly as possible, it wouldn’t be fair to the players to have this stop in play, and then immediately expect them to play. Best to take a step back, let everyone go home and hopefully, be able to welcome everyone back for the new year,” noted Pearson. Neepawa board president Ken Waddell added that while everyone is sad to see the season get postponed, everyone still supports the MJHL’s decision. “The Neepawa Natives Junior “A” Hockey team is very disappointed that games have had to be paused to at least January. The players and staff are all very disappointed as well. [But] the decision is the right one for the
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Prairie Trichomes officially open
PHOTO BY KIRA PATERSON
Prairie Trichomes, Neepawa’s new recreational cannabis store, officially opened its doors on Monday, Nov. 9 and held a grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 14. Due to Code Red restrictions, the store has a limit of five customers at a time, but they also offer curbside pickup and delivery. All their products and information on the business can be found on their website, PrairieTrichomes.com, as well as in store. Paririe Trichomes employs seven staff members, who are trained to be able to answer any questions a customer might have. Pictured, from left: Staff member Nicci Inkster, president and CEO Dell Carritt and store manager Kailey Coupland.
Rotary Auction Report a new show on NACTV
Submitted Neepawa Rotary Club
Due to COVID-19 restrictions and distancing Requirements, the Neepawa Rotary Club has had to move their Annual TV Auction to an online format. The Auction this year will occur from Dec. 3 to Dec. 10. Three local Rotarians (Lyle Watson, Ivan Traill and Dave Bennet) have found a way that NACTV will still play a part in promoting the event. On Wednesday, Nov. 25 at 8 pm, immediately after the weekly NACTV Bingo, the first edition of this new show will occur as a live 30 minute program. Then beginning on Dec 2, and for every evening during the week of the Auction, there will be another edition of the program. Lyle Watson, a volunteer who is seen regularly as an NACTV interviewer, will host the program. Watson explained “The purpose of the program is to promote the Auction and explain the differences with the online
format. As well, many of the auction items will be highlighted.” “We plan to have a different guest Rotarian each night to help promote the auction items and highlight Rotary in our community and beyond,” added Watson. The bidding for items will be online. However, we encourage viewers, bidders and supporters to tune in to the program for information, advice and some fun. There will be a way for supporters (who are not able to bid on line) to submit a one-time Proxy Bid. On Dec. 2 and Dec. 3 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., you can phone Ivan at 204 476 5165. The last two nights, Dec. 9 and 10, beginning at 8 pm will be longer shows, in order to announce the “winners” or high bidders of each item. “That gives us another
way to publicly thank the donors and bidders for their support”, said Auction Promotions chair Dave Bennet. To have the Donor support we received this year has been very rewarding. There are over 160 items up for auction. Because of many events being cancelled in 2020 and thus a lack of current new programming, NACTV is pleased to support this endeavour in this way. Exact broadcast dates and times of this show can be found in the NACTV Schedule published each week in the Banner & Press. The schedule is also online at www.nactv.tv NACTV broadcasts on MTS 30 & 1030, WCG 12 and Bell 592. As well, NACTV live streams its programming 24 hours a day on www.nactv.tv
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