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Mid-March opening expected for new Home Hardware

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A look inside the interior work on the go at the Home Hardware building construction, occurring at Neepawa’s west end.

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

Just in time for your annual spring cleanup and home renovation plans, Home Hardware should have its doors open at a new 20,000 square foot facility in Neepawa.

The building, which will include an attached lumber storage facility, has been under construction throughout the winter.

Michelle Gerrard, the owner and operator of the Neepawa Home Hardware, said that they are a

little behind their original estimated opening date, but will be open before the spring.

“We’re probably going to be about eight weeks past where we were supposed to be in the first place, but a combination of little factors came into place. We had a wet spring and it took us a little longer to get onto the property,” said Gerrard. “Right now, we’re looking at a soft opening around midMarch.”

Welcome to 2023!

The first baby born at the Neepawa Health Centre in 2023 has arrived as Abigail Thelma Kleinsasser was born on Monday, Jan 2 at 0847 hours. Her parents, Kimberly and Samuel whisked her home to her waiting brothers and sister: Sam, Katie and Kenneth at Delta Colony. The Tangled Threads Quilt Guild will present their gift as soon as possible.

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‘We felt very honoured to be acknowledged in that way’

Miles for Mental Health provides year-end brief

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

Although not yet ready for a formal annual general meeting, Miles for Mental Health (MMH) is already reviewing some of its 2022 year. MMH president Diane Martin met with the Banner & Press on Jan. 3, noting that the organization has been involved in several different projects within the Neepawa community.

Some examples include: providing funding for prizes related to the Kin Walk in May, providing funding for the girls’ fitness club run by Tara McCarty at the Yellowhead Centre to be used for a year-end wind-up and sponsoring the Neepawa Middle School’s halfday wellness workshop, presented by Tess Lalonde and Britton Nugent.

“We felt the [Kin Walk] would benefit a lot of people, because it directly makes the connection between mental wellbeing and physical activity,” said Martin. “And the girls’ fitness club is a great group providing a really awesome service to these young girls. We’ve provided funding for some of their events in the past as well.”

MMH also held its own event, known as the 31 Challenge, in October.

Martin stressed that the focus for this event wasn’t to fundraise, but to further raise awareness and encourage people to get out and walk.

“We wanted to make it very accessible, for that

reason, so the entry fee was just $10 to show commitment. Some of that money was then used for prizes for different incentives throughout the month,” Martin explained. “Each week had one or two different incentives and challenges for people, like taking a selfie at one of the activity stations [the Neepawa Men’s Shed helped us to make in the summer of 2022]. We also had a month-long incentive to walk at least one kilometre every day. We did have one person complete that, and there were some pretty ugly days in October.”

Martin added, “I think it was successful. We were hoping to have a few more participants, but there were about 50 people who participated, so we felt that was really positive.”

Honoured by donations

The mental health group was also the recipient of a couple generous and heartfelt donations recently. One was made by Jodi Baker, of Jodi Baker Photography. According to Martin, Baker had approached MMH in November, offering to donate

a portion of her December income from photography sales in memory of Royce Hollier. Baker had been on the MMH board before and had stepped down prior to losing Royce.

“She’s been a very valuable member of the board and of course everybody who knows Royce wanted to keep the memory alive and keep the conversation going. That was Jodi’s goal,” said Martin. “She presented us with the cheque [the last week of December]. We’re very appreciative of the effort that she has made to support our

organization. we’re going to make sure that those funds go towards a men’s mental health initiative, such as the

their projects going and find a place for them to meet more regularly.”

The other donation was the first of its kind that MMH has received since it originally formed sometime around 2017. This donation came from the family of the late Keith Kennedy after his passing last year.

“When a person passes away, the family can indicate through the funeral home a charity that they would like to make a donation to be made to. Miles for Mental Health was the organization, in this case,” said Martin. “We felt very honoured to be acknowledged in that way and to know that there is that awareness in the community of the organiza-

Martin added, “It’s encouraging to know that the community is beginning to understand a little bit of what we’re about.”

Ideas, board members needed

For the 2023 year, MMH is currently looking for and accepting project ideas. Right now, the organization is aiming to focus on men’s mental health as well as working with new moms.

“We’d like to do something in a support capacity [for new moms],” said Martin. “Maybe developing a moms’ morning out group. So we’re fleshing out the details on that.”

Building upon the existing walking trail activity stations is also a possibility in the future.

Another important goal for the group is the addition of new board members. Anyone wishing to become involved in this capacity are invited to contact Martin directly via 204-841-0932 or MMH via email at

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Jodi Baker (right), of Jodi Baker Photography, presented Miles for Mental Health president Diane Martin (left) with a cheque during the last week of December. The donation had been made in memory of Royce Hollier.

1983: Burns family receive Century Farm certificate

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

110 years ago, Tuesday, January 14, 1913

News came by telephone that the Fraser building in Kenton was burned on Sunday morning. The lower portion was occupied by a hardware dealer and the Bank of Hamilton and the upper story by Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Fraser, who lost all their furniture.

Mrs. W. H. Davis, of the Universal Film Co., will be here on Wednesday night at the opera house with a big three-reel mystery picture, entitled, The Glass Coffin. This is the greatest photoplay sensation of the year. Don’t miss it. Prices 25¢ and 15¢. Three shows commencing at 7:30.

100 years ago, Tuesday, January 16, 1923

Our (Neepawa) Conn

Five orchestra has been engaged to furnish music for the automotive show in Winnipeg from Feb. 5 to 10. Some honour, we’ll say. Now the problem is to get the boys away from their jobs or school for the week.

90 years ago, Tuesday, January 10, 1933

Mergherita Baroni returned from Brandon last week where she had gone to spend a week, guest of Mr. and Mrs. C. Luders.

M. Baroni returned from Winnipeg on Saturday night by motor with Martino Baroni, having gone to the city on Tuesday with Arnold Baroni, who returned to

the Agricultural College to finish his course.

80 years ago, Thursday, January 14, 1943

Pilot Officer Robt. Wallace R.A.F. visited recently with Mr. and Mrs. J. Flook, before leaving for eastern Canada, where he has been posted as an instructor.

70 years ago, Thursday, January 15, 1953

At 5:55 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, the long delayed stork finally arrived at the Neepawa District Memorial Hospital with the first official baby of 1953.

Norma Jean Barber, a dark haired little girl, is the first child born to Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Arthur Barber, of Birnie.

Note: Another entry from this paper, unrelated to the above, is one that the writer would like to mention but was only in the paper as a cutline for a photo. The summary of the details is thus: A cairn was erected and a photo taken by the Dept. of National Defence at the scene where an RCAF aircraft crashed eight miles from Penticton, five years ago. All on board were killed and one of the victims was F.O. Ben Cook, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Cook, of Neepawa.

Roy Davies of Winnipeg visited in town Sunday en route to Dauphin to compete in the bonspiel. Geo. Atkins of Neepawa is a member of the Davies rink. Nelson Dunsmore is with Earl Birnie’s rink at the Dauphin bonspiel.

Capt. Ethel Marquardson and Lieut. F. Ramm have been transferred to Winnipeg by The Salvation

Army. Capt. Bessie Agar and Lieut. Dorothy Taylor have arrived in Neepawa to take charge of the local Salvation Army Corp.

60 years ago, Friday, January 18, 1963

Shoemaker-McGilvray Agencies are initiating a new travel service for Neepawa and district. They are offering the first complete independent travel service to be established in Neepawa…

The Neepawa office will arrange for passports, immunization shots and almost any other service required by a traveller, wherever he wants to go.

Mayor George Rey threw the first rock at the Neepawa Curling Club Tuesday morning to officially open the Ladies’ Bonspiel.

50 years ago, Thursday, January 11, 1973

Wilfred Haldor (Bill) Vopni, who retired in May, 1970 as publisher of the Portage la Prairie Daily Graphic, died at the age of 61…

Mr. Vopni came to Portage la Prairie upon purchasing the Graphic Leader and the Weekly Manitoba Liberal from the late Maude Hawley Smith in 1946. The Liberal later became the Portage Leader.

He subsequently purchased The Neepawa Press and The MacGregor Herald as part of VopniPress Ltd., later disposing his interests in Neepawa’s publication. Mr. Vopni was a firm believer in boosting communities and during his ownership of The Neepawa Press he made it a policy that everything possible should be purchased locally and that the local newspaper should have complete autonomy in its management and editorial outlook. He was

The Burns family got together for this photo in 1983. The Burns home, located near Neepawa, had been in the same family since 1881 and at the time the photo was taken it was occupied by Bill and Joanne Burns as well as children Jennifer and Robert (fifth), who are shown holding the certificate. Other members present here are, back row: Doris Burns, Agnes Tomlin, Penny Tomlin, Earl Tomlin and Kate Bishop.

always among he first to assist local enterprises by purchasing shares or giving donations to such company projects as Neepawa Area Development Corporation, the golf club, curling club and Chamber of Commerce in order to help the town progress.

The weatherman apparently decided to speed up the demolition of the old sports arena Tuesday night when he called up a strong gust of wind and levelled all the remaining arches in one blow. Workmen arriving at the site Wednesday morning were aghast– all that remains standing now is a portion of the small room behind the ticket office, which is being used as a tool shed. The corner looks bare, but it won’t be long until construction begins on the new senior citizen’s apartment block, which will take the place of the arena building.

40 years ago, Thursday, January 13, 1983 General manager of Gardewine North, a Winnipeg trucking firm, said he feels the Motor Transport Board had already ruled in

favour of Hares Cartage of Neepawa before hearings last October.

George Friesen said it is “his personal opinion that they (MTB) had made up their minds before the hearing” and that his company has been “treated differently” in other dealings with MTB…

The issue is not money, according to Friesen, as the company doesn’t stand to lose much revenue from Neepawa business, but it is “one of principle”.

Glenella: Anniversary congratulations for 37 years of marriage to George and Erna Mitchler, Jan. 1.

30 years ago, Tuesday, January 12, 1993

On Oct. 22, 1992, Dennis Rogers of Arden received his degree Master of Arts from the University of Manitoba having completed a thesis regarding the role of language in political theory. While completing this degree, Dennis was

awarded a University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship, served as the Don of Men’s Residence at St. John’s College, and was selected to participate in the Manitoba Legislative Internship Programme. He is currently working as the assistant to Manitoba’s deputy minister of Family Services.

20 years ago, Monday, January 13, 2003

Four people were charged after Spruce Plains RCMP raided a hydroponic grow operation near Birnie Thursday.

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Perspectives

Tundra

By Chad Carpenter

In just about every TV show, online story or in actual conversations, I hear so much negativity. The TV shows are a riot, especially the real estate ones. A couple looks at three houses, picks the one best suited to them and then goes hard on renovations. The initial negativity really galls me. They come into a house, take one quick glance at the kitchen and say, “This kitchen has got to go. The cabinets are dated, the counter top is the wrong colour and it’s not granite.”

My goodness, I would like to take the folks back in time to my mother’s kitchen in the 1960s. It consisted of a brick lean-to tacked onto the side of an 1896 one and a half story brick home. The ceiling was so low you could easily touch it at the low side. There was no running water or sewage and the kitchen cupboards consisted of a plywood, home-built box with a painted masonite top. The only additional work surface was a kitchen table and the wood stove top. If today’s home renovators had to live and work in my mama’s kitchen, they would not have been so quick to rip out what looks to me like pretty good cupboards, oops, sorry, cabinets.

Way too much negativity.

On the street you hear people complaining about their latest meal at a restaurant. This wasn’t right, that was wrong. Complain, complain, complain! If those same complainers could spend a day or two in Ukraine or in parts of Africa, they might change their minds about food. In Canada, it’s pretty hard to sympathize with food quality and quantity complaints when most if us are as fat as we are.

Way too much negativity.

In terms of politics, we have lots to be thankful for. That said, we

Right in the Centre

Ken Waddell

need major improvements and some needed changes are pretty self evident. We will leave that for another column. When we compare Canada to China, to Russia, to Brazil or even the United States, we have it pretty good.

Health care receives lots of criticism but even with all our problems, health care is pretty good in Canada. Having experienced both Canadian and US health care personally and first hand, I would say when it comes to emergency care the two countries are about the same. If you need emergency care, it happens pretty fast in both countries. Canada falls behind when it comes to wait times. Wait times basically don’t exist in the US. Not in Mexico either, as I have been told by people with first hand knowledge of their system.

Where Canada beats the US is in cost to the individual. In Canada, we all pay for each other’s care but in the US, it’s health insurance or cash up front. In my experience, the health care bureaucracy in both countries is equally bad but neither deserve the level of negativity we often hear.

What it boils down to is, do the

best you can with what you have, look forward to continual improvements. One way of summing it up is to: hope for the best, prepare for the worst and take what you get. Sounds a bit brutal, but maybe there’s a better way of coping. An old song from the Christian church says, “Count your blessings, name them one by one. Count your many blessings and see what God has done.” How true. Never mind the dry toast at the restaurant or the cool coffee. Maybe be happy with the old kitchen cabinets. Be thankful that we have pretty good doctors, health care staff and hospitals.

Counting our blessings is a good place to put our minds, away from the negativity. Having escaped from negativity, maybe we can work together to fix stuff, be it food, cabinets, health care or any one of many human issues. It’s a lot easier to build and renew from a positive mindset than from the depths of negativity.

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this column are the writer’s personal views and are not to be taken as being the view of the Banner & Press staff.

Homebodies

Rita Friesen

It’s all downhill from here…

Walking past the early learning centre, I simply stopped to watch little people sledding. It was easy to pause, one of the littles is a great grand and the love for sledding runs deep in our family. With the first family we would load up a snowmobile, toboggans and carpets, and as many kids as the thirteen passenger van would contain, and head to the Miami hills. The slope was gentle and long, and without a tow or ride back up, one would cheerfully make six runs in an afternoon, and with grim determination that could be stretched to ten; But with a ride up! Well, the afternoon was glorious. There would be hot chocolate and snacks and a very contented and quiet crowd heading home. Never an accident for our family on that hill.

Living on the farm at Riding, there was a tiny slope for the ditch in front of the house. The grandsons were probably five, four and four, and they spent entire afternoons climbing up to the road and coasting perhaps thirty feet. And it was fun. When we moved to the acreage and the grands were older, we made the outing to Spruce Woods Park. The hill was much steeper and more accidents happened to us there than ever before. Taking a grandson with me on a run, we flipped. I completed at least three somersaults, landing on my neck each time, and lay there for a long minute figuring out if everything still worked, while the lad stood there declaring I was a very bad driver! Just east of the house there was an adequate slope for sledding as well. We would fire up the wood stove in the CN shac and spend a delightful hour outdoors. Close enough to home that we would slip out on a full moon night and toboggan to our heart’s content. And then there is the real toboggan hill just off 16. Story for that one– I was accustomed to taking the grands and their friend to the hills for an hour or two. One day the girls asked if that could be worked into the weekend, and I assured them I would make that work. As we loaded the car, one casually asked if they could have use of my cell phone. Sure, but why? So they could call me when they wanted a ride home. Slightly deflated, I handed over the phone, drove them out, and waited to be summoned.

Back in my day, I trudged out through the pasture to the pond, dragging a chore toboggan, with gaps between the layers of my play wear– you know, wrists slightly exposed, and space for snow between boot and ankle! Woollen mitts that balled up. Not today’s active wear gear by any means. And then climb to the top of the dugout banks, plunge into several feet of loose snow creating a path that would eventually allow access to the jump to the ice surface below. And that was between the morning and evening chores on a Saturday afternoon… Ed was in his eighties the last time he hit the slope, gives me a few more runs to go!

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“ Count your blessings, name them one by one. Count your many blessings and see what God has done.

Where do we begin?

Iwish media news reporters and analysts would stop trying to be mind readers-especially when it comes to guessing why some prominent government leaders make decisions or take aggressive actions that defy all forms of reason and logic.

The latest victim of these “mind readers” is Russian President Vladimir Putin. Now let me make one thing perfectly clear. I do not condone Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Nor do I support the on-going war that is being waged there.

But I have very little time for stories like the one I read online last week; in which a “senior Danish official” alleged that Putin’s decision to invade Ukraine was due to drugs he is taking to fight a supposed case of cancer. Those drugs, this official speculates, brought on feelings of omnipotence and grandeur (also known as megalomania) and impaired Putin’s ability to make wise decisions.

Now I have one question

Faithfully Yours

Neil Strohschein

for this official-how do you know that this is so? The truth is that only two people (Putin and God) know why Putin verbally attacked Ukraine and its President and why he followed those verbal attacks with an armed invasion.

You and I cannot read minds. Nor does any one of us have a direct pipeline to God so that we can ask and he will tell us why certain people do what they do. God is the only one who knows what goes on in a person’s mind. And he is the only one who knows how many of our thoughts have been turned into actions-whether good or bad.

One day every person who has ever lived on this earth will stand before God. He will look us in the eye

and ask the same question he asked our first parents: “What have you done?” (Genesis 3:13) He will expect honest answers (because he already knows them) and we will be judged according to our words and deeds.

If we want to know who’s to blame for the problems our world is facing, all we need to do is look in a mirror; and we will see the image of someone who is at least partly responsible for them. It doesn’t really matter where we live. We are all trying, each in our own way, to learn how to survive and thrive in a hostile world.

Your daily challenges will differ from mine. But when dealing with them, we have only two options from which to choose. One is to try to solve them in

our own way-using our own ideas, wisdom, resources and methods; even if that means we must engage in a little trickery and deceit at times.

Or we can seek the help of the one who created us, who placed us on this planet at this time in history and decided that we should live in this part of the world; surrounded by the beauty of nature and the abundant resources that exist above, on and beneath the surface of this part of the earth. Knowing that we would never survive on our own, God gave us an Operator’s Manual for Life. It never needs updating because the issues it addresses are the same as they were when its first words were put on paper.

God never intended that this manual (which goes by its familiar name-the Holy Bible) should sit on a shelf somewhere gathering dust. He asks us to read it and live by its teachings. If we want to change society, that is where we need to begin.

‘People must speak out’

Something to think about! When democracy has no meaning, then we, the people, no longer have representative democracy.

I spent a full career of 31 years in the Canadian military, and when I think back to the wars that were battled and the suffering and loss of our Canadian service personnel, the loss of democracy hurts the very being of their sacrifices.

I am afraid of what is taking place in Manitoba, regarding our government and their political action that subverts democracy.

People must speak out and breath life back into the flickering embers of democracy to restore the flame, or in years to come, dictatorship, such as we have seen and read about in other countries will become a reality in Canada. Is that what we want?; it sure is not something that I want to look forward to for my family and grandchildren.

John Fefchak.

Virden, Manitoba

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Neepawa welcomed several business people in 1976

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

The Neepawa and District Chamber of Commerce had a busy year in 1976. According to an old brochure for the groups’ 1977 banquet and annual general meeting, the Chamber welcomed several new business people to the community in ‘76.

These individuals, and their affiliations, were as follows: Mr. and Mrs. Earl “Jiggs” Tomlin, Income Tax Consultant; Mr. and Mrs. C Taylor, Brawn Law Office; Mr. and Mrs. L. Vrooman and Mr. and Mrs. B. McCutcheon, Chalet Designs; Mr. and Mrs. L. Watson, Agassiz Car Wash; Mr. and Mrs. C. Dredger, Gulf Servico Centre; Mr. and Mrs. B. Clark, manager, Liquor Commission; Mr. and Mrs. B. Clark, manager, Vivian Motor Hotel; Const. And Mrs. L. Crowther, Neepawa RCMP Detachment; Mr. and Mrs. E. Hnidy, Wally’s Jewelry; Mr. and Mrs. S. Hiebert, Government Meat Inspector; Mr. and Mrs. A Mead, office manager, Sydney N. Lachter; Mr. and Mrs. M. Thompson, Dept. Mines & Natural Resources; Mr. and Mrs.

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Scans from the original 1976 Neepawa & District Chamber brochure detailing who the directors and officers for the Chamber were in 1976. As well, those who catered the 1976-77 AGM.

G. Bass, Sydney N. Lachter; Mr. and Mrs. Bob Ash, manager, Recreation Facilities; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gammach, Neepawa Credit Union; Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Hueston, Royal Bank of Canada; Mr. and Mrs. Carl Brenner and Mr. and Mrs. Time Borsa, AgriEase Implements Ltd.; Mr. and Mrs. M. Pogowski, Hamilton Hotel; Mr. and Mrs.D. Matheson, Matheson Furniture; Mr. and Mrs. J. Wilkie, Government Farm Credit Corp; Mr. and Mrs. G. McGill, Big Valley Recreation Ltd.; Mr. and Mrs. R. Kilmacks, Government Farm Specialist; Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Ebner, Ebner’s Men’s Wear; Mr. and Mrs. Ken Church, Greenfields Agriservices; Mr. and Mrs. Don Martin, Roco Service Station;

Ron Wells, Ron’s Photo Studio; Mr. and Mrs. Don Clark, Clark’s Hobby and Sports Stop; Mr. and Mrs. Philip Nevile, Earthbound Productions; Mr. and Mrs. Don Sargent, Neepawa Ford Sales; Mr. and Mrs. Don Philips, Clark’s Auto Body Shop; Mr. and Mrs. Harry Harding, Westway Auction Centre; Mr. and Mrs. Clay Gault, Clay Enterprises; Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hodges and Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Bolton, Ecco Ltd.; Dr. Terry Tkachyk and Dr. I. Bruce, Neepawa Dental clinic; Mr. and Mrs. Don Hunter, Texaco Service Station; Mr. and Mrs. George Matthews, Agassiz Insurance Agencies; and Mr. and Mrs. Ken Sparks, Hair Designs.

The Chamber of that time noted regret for any potential

omissions. As well, it stated, “We are proud of all our new citizens and anticipate your participation in our community life.”

Other details included in the brochure were the program for the evening– including who entertainment would be provided by for the evening, the officers for 1976, directors and the caterers for the meeting (see scanned images). The AGM was held at the Neepawa Legion.

This small piece of history is quite timely, as the Neepawa Chamber is planning to review the 2022 year in the Legion on Jan. 30.

out of helen’s kitchen Helen Drysdale

Baking with your kids is really rewarding

Baking with your kids at home is certainly rewarding. Sure it does take longer, takes patience, and makes more of a mess than doing it yourself. If you can make time for it, I have found kids are much more likely to eat what they have helped make. There are a lot of good baking recipes that are not centered entirely on white flour and sugar, but around healthier ingredients.

Kids love muffins. The key is to use ingredients that aren’t full of sugar and fat like a lot of muffins you can buy. Muffins such as banana oatmeal, zucchini, apple and carrot have ingredients that are familiar to kids, while also providing them with good nutrition. I add ground flax seed, wheat germ, sesame seeds, shredded coconut, hemp hearts etc. to regular muffin recipes while reducing the sugar and oil amounts. Make large batches of muffins and then freeze them, so that when the kids want a muffin for their lunch it’s ready. I often put chocolate chips in them as it encourages the kids to eat them. I only use the mini chips as you can get away with less as well as put a few chips on top as chocolate chips have “eat me” written all over them.

Blueberry oat muffins

1 cup of quick oatmeal

1 cup milk 1 cup flour

1 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp salt

2 Tbsp. ground flax seed

Division of labor still unequal

Unequal division of labor in the home is the number one reason why couples seek out relationship counseling. Answering the question of why there is unequal division of labor in this home is not straightforward.

Your Listening Ear

Delsie Martin

1 Tbsp. wheat germ 1/2 cup white sugar 2 eggs, beaten 1/3 cup oil 1 tsp. vanilla

1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen — do not thaw if frozen

Preheat oven to 375°F. Place paper cups in muffin tins. This makes 1-1/2 dozen muffins medium muffins. Combine oatmeal and milk and set aside. Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, flax seed, wheat germ and sugar in a bowl and stir to blend. Make a well in the middle. To the oatmeal mix add the eggs, oil and vanilla and mix well. Pour this in the flour well and mix until moistened. Do not over stir. Gently fold in the blueberries. Fill prepared muffin tins 2/3 full and bake for around 20 minutes or golden brown and toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

Apple raisin muffins

1 cup white flour

1 cup whole wheat flour

2 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. cinnamon

1/2 tsp. nutmeg

1/4 tsp. salt

1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup coconut or sunflower seeds or nuts 2 cups of finely diced apples

Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare muffin tins with paper cups or by greasing lightly. This makes 1-1/2 dozen muffins depending on the size. In a large bowl combine the flours, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Add the raisins, coconut and diced apples. In a small bowl mix the brown sugar, eggs, milk and oil. Pour this over the flour in the big bowl. Mix only until dry ingredients are moistened. Fill prepared muffin tins 2/3 full. Mix the topping ingredients and sprinkle on top and gently pat on. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

2/3 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup oil

Topping: 3 Tbsp. white sugar 2 Tbsp. flour 1 Tbsp. butter 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

First, we can look at it from an economic lens. This says that the person who is engaging in paid employment is contributing to the home financially so the individual who is not employed would contribute by taking on the house labour. This pairs well with the time availability lens that says that the person who has the “freest” time available takes on the bulk of the household duties. There are many relationships around the world that divide labor with the economic and time availability lenses, but studies have shown that these relationships are the minority.

I am blessed to have some amazing men in my life and a partner who provides me with a true equal division of labor however, I am in the minority. Studies show that 75 per cent of females are still taking on the heaviest load of labor in the home. Women who are more economically dependent on their partners are taking on more labour in the home, but economically dependent men are STILL taking on less household labor. In fact, even with our highest number of women ever in the paid labor market, women are still taking on the bulk of house related duties.

Why is this still happening in 2023? The best answer that we have for this is called gender ideology. Gender identity is who you feel and know you are at your core, your own feeling of being a man or a woman. Gender ideology is how you believe genders should behave. So, you can have two different men, each one having a different idea of what being a man means. In this case, we can have two different guys, one believing that household labor is women’s work and the other believing in equity. The ratios have improved dramatically since the 1950’s housewife era, but they are still surprisingly

behind, the role of gender ideology is very real.

Men have not escaped the effects of this outdated ideological system. Paid labor has become an essential part of the male identity, and for many, their self esteem and mascilinity is tied to their ability to bring money into the home.

The effects of unequal division aren’t to be taken lightly, they cause major problems to both self esteem and the relationship. I want to encourage you to work on this with your partner.

•Talk about your expectations but also make room for theirs

•Express gratitude for what your partner does. Yes, doing the dishes is part of being a grown up and it’s something they “should” do, BUT expressing gratitude is the best way to reinforce a behavior that we want to see happen again.

•Define what the word “clean” means. Everyone has a different threshold

and idea of what clean is. •Check in and renegotiate. Regularly check in with your partner to see if your system is working. Maybe there is one or two chores that your partner prefers to do and you absolutely hate doing.

There is so much more to this topic! If you’d like to know more, check out the episode of my podcast, “The Relationship Review with Delsie Martin” for the full length version of Division of Labor.

Delsie Martin (BA, BSW RSW, MSW candidate) is a masters of social work student with the University of Calgary. Anyone who may have feedback on the column or wish to have a question anonymously answered as part of the weekly column may reach Martin at delsiemartin@ trueyoutherapy.ca. Martin’s podcast, The Relationship Review, can be found on Apple, Amazon, Google and Spotify podcast platforms.

Thankful for kind community

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

Shirley Glen, Neepawaborn and long-time resident of the community, is starting out 2023 on a note of gratitude. During her years growing up in Neepawa, and living here after returning in 1974 from Niagara Falls, Glen has witnessed the kindness of the community first-hand.

“It’s always been a very friendly, nice and beautiful town,” Glen enthused.

That experience has persisted, with Glen sharing her appreciation for a few individuals in particular from the past couple of years.

“The first are my home care gals, who come faithfully every morning with their cheery smiles and bright eyes above their masks,” said Glen. “Second, the two town workers who stopped when I fell on the road while taking the garbage bin out.”

Glen explained that one of the men, while the other helped her, went over to one of her friends to see if they could take her to the hospital. The fall had been hard and caused her to hit her head, as well as scrape her ankle, causing it to bleed.

“These two men went out of their way to help me, so they sure need extra thanks,” said Glen.

Those next mentioned were Linda and Murray Hart, who are there for her “always”. Glen explained that she had had an incident where her femur fell out of her pelvic bone. The Harts swiftly took Glen to the hospital, where her doctor was available on call.

“My other friends Sylvia and Fred Quist look after me as well,” Glen added. “Sylvia and I have coffee every Sunday and I get invited as one of the family whenever we have a gettogether.”

Another, Joy De’Ath,

helps her keep in touch with her faith. After Glen’s mishap with her leg, and resulting surgery, she isn’t able to get around as much as she used to– though she does use a cane when she can– and can’t make it to church. However, De’Ath sends her holiday cards and birthday cards each year.

“Joy sends the cards without fail to keep in touch with the First Baptist Church,” said Glen.

Glen also shared her appreciation for the Salvation Army, Kin Club and other groups who send and deliver Christmas parcels to the elderly and who may be alone. As well, to the library.

“[The services by the Salvation Army and Kin Club, etcetera, are] such a nice surprise and I certainly feel joy, as one who receives this kindness,” Glen enthused. “And a special thanks to Debrah Unger, the supervisor, and staff at the Neepawa Library.”

In her final comments, Glen added, “They all deserve kudos for their friendliness. I really am grateful for the help they’ve provided me and for the assistance while I’m out of commission. Happy New Year wishes to all!”

A fun and fresh take on fitness

Zumba inspired classes on the go in Neepawa

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

For some, a new exercise program can feel more like a chore that has to get done, as opposed to an activity you look forward to doing. In the case of Zumba, it safe to say that it’s one of those workouts that feels more like a party than a burden.

Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance workout that started in the 1990s’. Unlike other programs, such as step aerobics or yoga, Zumba encourages participants to move to the beat of the music more than following exact choreography. That freedom is one of the main reasons it remains a popular go-to for fitness-minded folks, as it practiced by 15 million people in 180 countries.

Getting Neepawa up and moving.

A little closer to home, a Zumba inspired class has slowly, but steadily developed a loyal following. The classes are held at the Neepawa Junior Rifle Club building every Tuesday and Thursday evening, as well as Sundays. The program is taught and administered by Prince Nico Philip Niemes, who says it’s an activity that has built its following through fun.

“It’s a healthy lifestyle.

The type of workout that builds stamina while burning calories. But there is more positives to it than just that. There is the social [aspect] of it all,” said Niemes. “Why not go out for an hour, get a sweat going and enjoy your life. Exercise doesn’t need to be [a chore]. It can be fun, and that what we try to do here, we try to keep it fun.”

A spirit of support and friendship

One participant in the class who definitely has fun with it, is Eleanor Taylor, who has been a devoted attendees since October. Taylor said it was the spirit of support and friendship she felt immediately as she

walked through the doors that has struck with her.

“The first time I came here, we had so much fun. I was so welcomed by everyone and I was just thrilled with this whole group of happy friendly, welcoming young women,” said Taylor. “I love to dance; I love to have fun and that’s something I get from this. It is wonderful here. These young women, they’re in their 20s and 30s’. I’m 82, but it doesn’t matter. I dance at my speed and they dance at theirs. I love it and come, at least twice a week. A wonderful group of welcoming a fun young women.”

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Prince Nico Philip Niemes (in white) and a class of fitness enthusiasts during a Zumba class at the Neepawa Junior Rifle Club on Thursday, Jan. 5.

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX Eleanor Taylor is a dedicated participant to the Zumba inspired class.

2023 Ag Days coming fast

Submitted Manitoba Ag Days

This Tuesday, Jan. 17, is the 46th Annual Manitoba Ag Days Show. We are all set to transform the Keystone Centre in Brandon, Manitoba into Canada’s Largest Indoor Farm Show for three days of all things agriculture!

“As the first event in the new year, it really is where the ag year begins,” explains Kristen Phillips, Manitoba Ag Days general manager. “The three-day event is an exposition of agricultural technology and equipment that attracts exhibitors and patrons from all over Canada, the northern United States and abroad. We are so excited to be back in person this year.”

This year, Manitoba Ag Days will welcome over 550 exhibitors, including 32 contenders in the Innovation Showcase.

“The Innovation Showcase is encompassing to what is happening in all sectors of agriculture and will give all companies a chance to showcase their advancements,” explained Brad Crammond, Manitoba Ag Days board co-chair.

The Innovation Showcase will have seven categories including, Agronomics, Animal and Livestock, Agriculture Equipment, Agribusiness Services, Ag Tech, Farm Safety and Farm Built. For a full list of entries for the 2023 show, please visit https://www. agdays.com/innovations/.

Crammond went on to say, “Showcasing the latest and greatest new inventions and advancements is so important to our industry! As farmers, we need to take the

time to try to understand how these new advancements can positively impact our day to day business.”

Guests can also expect to see a diverse speaker line-up presenting on a variety of economic and agronomic topics.

“This year’s program is an exceptional line-up of knowledge and expertise on an array of topics that are relevant to our industry,” stated Stephanie Cruickshanks, program chair for Manitoba Ag Days.

Agronomy continues to be a real focus as well as technology and innovation. To see the full speaker listing and schedule please visit https://www.agdays.com/speakers/ For the first time in 46 years, Manitoba Ag Days will have an admission fee. You can purchase your tickets now by going to www. agdays.com/tickets. Early bird tickets are $15 per day and three day passes are also available for $40. Tickets will be available during the three days of the show for $20 and can be purchased online or at the Dome Building.

“Agriculture plays a very important role in our economy in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and in all of Western Canada; our board of directors is passionate about our industry and we want everyone to experience agriculture and see it up close and personal. At Ag Days, we create a welcoming environment where farmers can come and do business with ag manufacturers and ag businesses. They will find all of the latest in technology and services to build their own businesses. We welcome you to join us at the Keystone Center in Brandon Manitoba, Jan. 17 to 19 to see what this amazing industry has to offer” stated Phillips.

World

Manitoba Ag Days is recognized as having the premiere speaking line up on the ag show circuit and this year we are very proud to welcome world class featured speakers to the show. The 2023 show theme is Farmer Health, Safety and Wellness and there will be three speakers addressing mental health through their own unique perspectives and experiences. Join us to learn through their humor, tragedy and perseverance.

Big Daddy Tazz - Out of My Mind

The FCC Theatre. Keystone Centre. Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 11:00 am.

Chris Beaudry - Farm, Hockey, Stress: Discovering Your Path for Today T he MNP Theatre. Keystone Centre. Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 11:00 am.

Jon Montgomery - Belief: It Does a Body Good!

The FCC Theatre. Keystone Centre. Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 4:30 pm

Manitoba Ag Days is also proud to present author and Geopolitical Economist, Peter Zeihan. Agriculture is a global enterprise that connects individuals, regions and countries. Western Canadian agriculture

is impacted by events and decisions that occur locally and nationally, as well as in other parts of the world. Join us a Zeihan will take us into the future of agriculture in this new, and sometimes disorderly, world.

Peter Zeihan - Agriculture at the End of the World

The FCC Theatre. Keystone Centre. Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 4:00 pm.

The 2023 complementary speaking program includes over 70 speakers and offers a wide variety of formats and topics. The full speaker schedule can be found at agdays.com/speakers. You are sure to find sessions of particular interest to you on each day of the show. Three-day show passes are available for just this reason! Visit agdays.com/tickets to purchase your admission tickets today.

Come visit us in the Canada Room during Manitoba Ag Days

Titans triumph in shootout marathon in Niverville

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The Neepawa Titans have been playing a lot of extra hockey this season and their recent homeand-home against the Niverville Nighthawks was no exception.

Heading into the pair of games against the Manitoba Junior Hockey League’s newest franchise, the Titans had already gone to overtime nine times. That amount was the most of any MJHL club this season. And while Neepawa would add two more to that dubious distinction, they’d at least come away with three of a possible four points in the standings for their efforts.

The first game was on Friday, Jan. 6 at the Yellowhead Centre. After sixty minutes of back and forth action, the game shifted into overtime tied at 3-3. Briley Wood, Hayden Stocks and Dean Noonan all scored for the Titans in regulation, while Ty Kennett, Carter Spirig and Ben Whitford picked up goals for Niverville.

About mid-way through OT, Josh Paulhus put away the game winner, giving the Nighthawks the victory, their 18th of the year.

These two teams would meet the next night in Niverville and once again find themselves in overtime. This time, however, neither club was able to find the back of the net, so

it would go to a shootout.

Ultimately, the shootout would not be decided until the 12th round, when Dean Noonan bulleted a slap shot past goaltender Chris Fines, to give Neepawa the win. Even more impressive than the length of the shootout was that fact that both Fines and Titans’ goalie Mason Lobreau, did not give up a single goal over the course of those 23 shots before Noonan. Scorers in regulation for Neepawa were Cameron Trimble, Josh Romanyk, Briley Wood Carter McLeod and Cody Gudnason.

With these results, Neepawa improved its regular season record to 15-14-7-1.

Neepawa Titans

6 game at the Yellowhead Centre.

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Neepawa’s Hayden Stocks and Desmond Johnson of the Niverville Nighthawks during the Friday, Jan.

Junior “A” Hockey team Neepawa Titans regular season home games

20 at 7:30 pm vs Winnipeg Freeze January 22 at 6:30 pm vs Winkler January 28 at 7:30 pm vs Winkler

Cameron Trimble celebrates a goal for Neepawa, during their recent road game in Niverville. This showdown would require a shootout, where the Titans would ultimately prevail, winning 6-5.

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Friday, Jan. 6

Niverville 4-3 OT Neepawa

First Period

10:38 NIV T. Kennett (8)

ASST: C. Reed (14), E. Bortis (21)

Second Period

12:23 NPA B. Wood (10) PP

ASST: C. McLeod (8), J. Romanyk (9)

13:42 NIV C. Spirig (11)

ASST: I. Rentmeester (8), C. Reed (15)

Third Period

06:23 NPA H. Stocks (16) PP

ASST: B. Michalchuk (11), B. Wood (19)

09:49 NPA D. Noonan (1) PP

ASST: W. Highet (10)

12:45 NIV B. Whitford (3)

ASST: H. Wheddon (5)

Overtime

02:48 NIV J. Paulhus (19)

ASST: E. Bortis (22), I. Rentmeester (9)

Scoring 1 2 3 OT Total PP

NIV 1 1 1 1 4 0/4

NPA 0 1 2 0 3 1/3

Goaltenders

NIV D. Couture - (W) 24/27 saves

NPA G. renwick- (OTL) 24/28 saves

Attendance: 289 - Yellowhead Centre

Friday, Jan. 6

Neepawa 6-5 SO Niverville

First Period

06:50 NPA C. Trimble (4) PP

ASST: J. Romanyk (10, C. McLeod (9)

09:49 NIV B. Bottem (14) PP

ASST: G. Gunderson (8), B. Panzer (12)

11:04 NIV J. Paulhus (20) PP

ASST: B. Panzer (13, E. Bortis (23)

14:43 NPA J. Romanyk (8) PP

ASST: C. McLeod (10), H. Stocks (16)

17:10 NPA B. Wood (11) SH

ASST: Unassisted

18:12 NIV B. Tataryn (11)

ASST: D. Johnson (17), C. Spirig (14)

Second Period

00:30 NPA C. McLeod (9) PP

ASST: H. Stocks (17), B. Wood (20)

16:09 NIV H. Wheddon (7)

ASST: B. Panzer (14), B. Bottem (19)

Third Period

05:09 NIV I. Rentmeester (7)

ASST: Unassisted

18:42 NPA C. Gudnason (4)

ASST: B. Wood (21), E. Poirier (6)

Overtime No goals scored

Shootout: Niverville: 12 individual shooters - 0 goals; Neepawa: 12 individual shooters - 1 goal (Dean Noonan) Scoring 1 2 3 OT Total PP

NPA 1 1 1 1 4 0/4

NIV 0 1 2 0 3 1/3 Goaltenders

NPA M. Lobreau - (W) 23/28 saves

NIV C. Fines - (SOL) 29/34 saves

Tiger Hills Hockey

Farmers split weekend home stand

Fall to Minnedosa, but bounce back versus Cartwright

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The Neepawa Farmers played a pair of home games over the weekend, the first being against their Yellowhead Highway rivals, the Minnedosa Bombers. In this game, which was played on Saturday, Jan. 7, the Bombers jumped out to a 4-0 lead, before hanging on for the 5-3 final. Logan Robinson scored the lone goal for Minnedosa in the first period, as the Bombers outshot Neepawa 16-7 in the first 20 minutes of play.

The second period saw Neepawa create a few early scoring chances, but they were unable to take advantage. Near the midway mark, Minnedosa would successfully reply, as Shane Jury scored to make it a 2-0 score. Then, with just under six minutes left in the second, Matt Saler picked up a pair of goals in quick succession, just 11 seconds apart, that made it a 4-0 score going into the last 20 minutes of regulation. Shots were 13-9 for Minnedosa in that period.

Despite this figuratively steep hill to climb, Neepawa did not give up on the game, as leading scorer Kyle McDonald and teammate Ben Rainka each scored unassisted markers. Saler would reply, however with his third of the night, making it 5-2 Minnedosa.

A late period power-play for the Farmers provided one more goal, with Dustin Cook picking up his first of the season. That would ultimately be the final score, as Minnedosa earned itself a 5-3 win. Shots for the third period were 14-to-6 for Neepawa.

The win kept Minnedosa two points ahead of Glad-

stone in the standings, as the Bombers improved to 9-5-0 on the year, good enough for 18 points and first place in the Tiger Hills Hockey League’s East Division.

Big win over Cartwright

The very next night, the Farmers were back out on the ice at the Yellowhead Centre, this time against the Cartwright Clippers. After a scoreless first period, Cartwright opened the second with a pair of quick goals. Kyle McDonald clawed one back for Neepawa near the mid-way mark, and Dillon Birch would tie it with 4:13 left in the period.

The third period would see a barrage of goals tallied. Ben Rainka started for Neepawa with an unassisted goal 5:33 into the third. Cartwright’s Drew Haight then scored two of his own, just five seconds apart, to make it 4-3 for the Clippers.

The final three goals of the night would all be for the Farmers, from Corbin Mariash, Kyle McDonald and Garrett Rempel

respectively. McDonald’s would be on a power-play, while Rempel’s was an empty netter. Goaltender Reese Jones picked up the win, with a 25 save performances for Neepawa. With three games left on the regular season schedule, the Farmers stand at

6-9-0 in the standing, good enough for fourth place in the East Division. Neepawa will have this weekend off, as their next game is not until Jan. 21, when they go to Minnedosa to met the Bombers. The final home game is set for Jan. 29 versus the Gladstone Lakers.

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Minnedosa Bombers goaltender Devon Fordyce stops a point blank scoring chance from Neepawa’s Brad Marshall, during the THHL game at the Yellowhead Centre on Saturday, Jan. 7.

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Minnedosa celebrate a first period goal during their game in Neepawa on Saturday, Jan. 7.

Basketball is back at NACI!

Neepawa Tigers fall to Birtle in overtime

Westman High School Hockey League resumes play

The Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute (NACI) Varsity basketball teams returned to the hardwood on Tuesday, Jan. 10. The Varsity Boys team defeated Minnedosa 83-53, in their first game of the Zone Seven regular season. As for the Varsity Girls squad, they bested Minnedosa 51-9. This game was actually their second of the regular season, with their home opener held just before the Christmas break. In that game, the Tigers beat Elton 48-33. Meanwhile the Junior Varsity teams played on Wednesday Jan. 11, after the Banner & Press publication deadline. Results on those games will appear in the next edition of the newspaper.

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

Colby Asselstine’s overtime goal gave the Birtle Falcons a 4-3 victory over the Neepawa Tigers in Westman High School Hockey League play on Monday, Jan. 9.

The OT winner was Asselstine’s second goal of the game for the Falcons, who improved their record to

13-4-2 on the year. Other goal scorers for Birtle included Noah Street and Ethan Hunter. For Neepawa, Brody Pollock and Jory Kulbacki scored, with Kulbacki collecting two, including the game tying goal with just 42 seconds left in regulation.

The upcoming week will be a busy one for the Tigers, who are 8-4-1-1 on the year.

First, they had a home game at the Yellowhead Centre on Wednesday, Jan 11 against the Vincent Massey Vikings (That result was a final after the Banner & Press publication deadline). The Tigers then follow that up with road games on Friday, Jan 13 versus the GCB Wildcats and Sunday, Jan. 15 against the Hamiota Huskies.

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Neepawa Tigers goaltender Gatlyn Plett makes a save during the first period against Birtle. on Monday, Jan. 9. Plett made 31 saves in total during the game.

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

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Obituary

Marion Grace Barber (nee Borton) Beloved wife, mother, grandmother & great-grandmother Passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2022, at MacGregor Health Centre with family by her side, at the age of 91 years old.

Marion was born on May 23, 1931, and married Don Barber on October 27, 1951. They farmed for several years, later starting the gravel business “Barber Sand Gravel” with Marion doing the bookkeeping for many years. Later they were to enjoy travelling to Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan & Xalapa, Mexico, Hawaii, Jamaica, Alaska, winters in Texas for 14 years, Parksville & Qualicum Beach – Vancouver Island.

Marion is survived by husband Don of 71 years; two sons Gerald (Debi) Barber & Gary (Darlene) Barber; two daughters Michelle (Doug) Green & Diane (Ken) Potapinski; eight grandchildren Chris (Jennifer) Barber, Jed (Jessemy) Barber, Nicole & Carson Green, Colby (Celine) Potapinski, Johnathan (Brooklyn) Potapinski, Julie (Jason) Potapinski, Sadie Potapinski; and four great-grandchildren Chloe Anderson, Miah Barber, Hodge Barber, & Walker Potapinski.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Time & date to be announced.

If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to MacGregor Health Foundation; PO Box 250 MacGregor, MB, R0H 0R0 or Diabetes Canada; 401-1 Wesley Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 4C6

Clarke’s Funeral Home Gladstone ~ MacGregor in care of arrangements • www.clarkesfuneralhome.com

Diane Goossen Rempel Bartel

Diane Goossen Rempel Bartel was born to Ben and Leona Rempel at Morris, Manitoba, on April 3, 1953. She slipped away on December 5, 2022, due to complications of diabetes. Diane grew up on the farm with her two sisters and three brothers, learning to work and play together with them. She was baptized into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, on June 30th, 1968, at Rosenort, Manitoba. On December 31st, 1974, she married me, Richard Bartel, in Winnipeg, Manitoba. We resided at various places until we moved to the Riding Mountain area. This became our home until her passing. She was a dedicated homemaker for me and our two boys. She worked alongside me throughout our farming years. She loved to hold babies every chance she got. She had an artistic nature that showed in the many sewing and craft projects she did. She also enjoyed flowers and the outdoors. In the last number of years, she faced many health issues but learned to accept them one day at a time. She had many dear friends among the brothers and sisters of the church. The last three and a half years on dialysis were a test, but she learned to accept them too, making many dear friends among the nurses and other patients alike. At the end she left us with a clear testimony of salvation. She wants to meet us all in Heaven. She leaves to mourn, Rick, her husband of almost 48 years, her children, Terry and Barbara (Birnie, Manitoba), Jason and Miriam (Endeavour, Saskatchewan), and nine grandchildren. She also leaves two sisters, Jocelyn and Charlene, two brothers, Duane and wife Arlene, and Maynard, all of Rosenort, Manitoba, her husband’s family, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death are her parents, Ben and Leona Rempel and brother Wes. Funeral services were held December 10th, 2022, at Mountain View Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Birnie, Manitoba, with home ministers officiating. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. In loving memory of our dear wife, mother, and grandmother Diane Bartel Riding Mountain, MB Beloved wife of Rick Born April 3, 1953 Morris, MB Passed Away December 5, 2022 Maplewood Manor, Steinbach, MB Funeral Service Saturday, December 10, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. Mountain View Church of God in Christ, Mennonite Birnie, MB Officiating Ministers Greg Isaac Kris Friesen Dean Wohlgemuth Pall Bearers Terry Bartel Jason Bartel Marshall Rempel Tim Rempel Kevin Rempel Eldon Rempel Thomas Rempel Jeff Wohlgemuth Interment Church cemetery Birnie, MB

White’s Funeral Home Neepawa in care of arrangements www.whitesfh.ca

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Obituary

Howard Calvin Pahl

February 14, 1930 – December 28, 2022

Howard was born to Fred Pahl and Charlotte Pahl (Dilk) in Chicago, IL. The family moved to Lipton, SK in the early 1930’s, where Howard and his older sisters, Betty and Virginia attended elementary school. When hordes of grasshoppers plagued Saskatchewan, Fred and ‘Lottie’ moved their family to Tenby, MB., a small hamlet near Glenella, MB. Howard graduated high school via correspondence, which was not an easy feat back then, and married Oretta Butler from Arden, MB in 1953.

In the early days, Howard’s tenacious appetite for life and many interests led him to various occupations, including company bookkeeper, Eaton’s fur department (he told stories about riding his old Harley to work year-round in Winnipeg), working on the rail line section crew, and eventually as a grain buyer for Manitoba Pool Elevators. His first position was at Dutton Siding, near Gilbert Plains. In 1956, Howard took a position in Strathclair, MB, where he remained until retirement, after 40 years. The life of a grain buyer often ended shortly after retirement, but Howard felt that, if he stayed busy, he would last a lot longer than many of his associates. He was right. While working full-time, he found time to operate painting and bee businesses, play hockey, ballroom dance, act as fire chief for 19 years, own an insurance business with Oretta, own an aerial spraying business, sell hail insurance, and serve the community through the Lion’s Club, Elks, Legion and Masons.

Howard also got his pilot’s license in 1957, and flying became a passion that never wavered. His joy was taking someone flying with him. Howard loved to do aerobatics; a true ambassador of flight, he influenced others to fly and buy airplanes of their own. This led to another passion of selling. Howard loved to sell, whether it be a refurbished car, lawn mower, utility trailer, or airplane. He was not as interested in the profit, but more in the sale, most often with the help of Swap and Shop.

Howard was a pillar of strength and resiliency and deeply loved his family, friends, and his pets. His sense of humour will be sorely missed and his antics kept us laughing for years; he was once discovered repairing his poorly-fitted dentures on a large grinder hauled into the basement, and there’s no room to talk about all the trailer ‘incidents’.

He was predeceased by his siblings Donald, Betty, and Herb. He is survived by Oretta, sisters Anette Lehman and Virginia Mercer, children Kevin (Debbie), Darcy, and Pam, grandchildren Cory, Stacey, Rhett, and Ryan, and great-grandchildren.

Our family would like to extend our deepest thanks to both Carberry homecare and Carberry Personal Care Home. Howard enjoyed his last years in the care home and always commented on the great meals and wonderful staff. We are so grateful that he was happy and healthy to his last day.

Howard’s family will celebrate his life privately. Burial will take place at a later date.

To share your stories of Howard or to leave messages of condolence for Howard’s family, please visit www. ronaldmoffitmemorialservices.com

Ronald Moffit Memorial Services of Portage la Prairie, MB in care of arrangements.

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Email: ads@neepawabanner.com

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For Sale or Rent

Storage vans (semi trailers) for rent or sale. Anderson’s 204-385-2685, 204-3852997 Gladstone.

Personal

Crisis Pregnancy Centre Winnipeg: Need to talk? Call our free help line, 1-800-6650570 or contact our Westman office: 204-727-6161

Thank You

Thank You

A heartfelt thank you for all the kind words and expressions of sympathy we received following Dennis’s passing.

Michael & Linda Boyle

Help Wanted

Minnedosa United Church is seeking an Accompanist (pianist or pianist/organist) for Sunday morning services. This position has the potential for further musical opportunities. The rate of pay is $50.00/session, plus mileage. Start date is negotiable. Application deadline: January 31, 2023. Apply to: Ministry & Personnel, Minnedosa United Church, Box 692, Minnedosa MB, R0J 1E0.

Real Estate

Farm For Sale:157.4 acresne 9-17-12W1 in the Westlake Gladstone Municipality. Contact: Ken Oswald 204386-2223

Land For Rent

Quarter section of land for rent in RM of Westlake Gladstone. NE 34-16-12. Call Howard at 431-351-0027.

Auctions

Meyers Auctions & Appraisals. Call Brad at 368-2333. www.meyersauctions.com

For Rent

One level 4 plex suite available to rent in Minnedosa 261 2nd Street NW

1100 sq/ft, 2 bedroom, Full Laundry (washer, dryer), Stove, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, Air Conditioning, 30x40 fenced in backyard

Call or text (204) 210-2910 for more details

Help Wanted

Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Would like to extend a heartfelt

THANK YOU

For your service at the December 25, 2022 fire

• Gladstone Fire Department

• Plumas Fire Department

• Neepawa Fire Department

• EMS & RCMP

And the many businesses, organizations and volunteers who stepped up. You are truly appreciated.

Thankyou

On behalf of the family of Wayne Robert Jackson, we would like to thank the following; The staff and care workers at Touchwood Park for the excellent care they provided to Wayne. Wayne was very fortunate to have been a part of such an amazing program for all of the years that he lived in Neepawa.

To the Doctors and Nurses at the Neepawa Hospital

To all of the clients of Touchwood Park who befriended Wayne

To the entire community of Neepawa for always making Wayne feel welcome. And thank you to the staff and clients who took time out to attend Wayne’s celebration of life in Russell.

THANK YOU

The Gladstone Golf & Country Club would like to thank everyone who supported the Cash Crop and the Booze Basket Raffle. Due to your generous donations and support, our fundraising efforts in 2022 were a great success!

A sincere thank you to the following individuals, organizations and businesses:

Allistair Scott • Cedar Brook Developments

Chris Chandler • Delmar Commodities

Denise Zariwney • Foxon Agencies Ltd • Gerald Bisson

Gladstone Auction Mart • Gladstone Bakery

Gladstone Pharmacy • Gladstone Vet Clinic

Renegade Transport Ltd • Hume’s Electric

Ingrid Rothnie • Ivan Milne

Jennifer Eschuk • Kim Kerr • Kinley Thomson CPA Inc

Mac’s Auto • Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op

Perry & Dawn Coubrough • Parrish & Heimbecker

Riverdale Colony • Rosie Banyard

Royal Canadian Legion – Gladstone

Soper Farms Ltd • Thomas Windows & Glass

Jarvis Trucking Ltd, Gladstone, MB.

Class 1 drivers & Owner Operators

Operating super B grain hoppers, prairie provinces only. Contact Steve, 204-385-3048 or 204-871-5139 Email kjarvisfarms@gmail.com

is accepting applications for a FULL TIME TAX PREPARER & BOOKKEEPER Position available immediately. | Wages negotiable. email resume to: neepawaincometax@gmail.com phone: 204-476-3020

ROSE INC.

Is now accepting applications for the position of: DIRECT SUPPORT WORKER

In our Community Living Disabilities Program In Ste. Rose, Manitoba

Successful Candidate Must Demonstrate Good Organizational Skills, Be Self-Motivated, Possess Good Inter-Personal Skills, and Be Willing to Work as a Team.

Starting wage is $16.43 with an increase following a successful 6-month probation period and benefit package included.

Interested Applicants are invited to apply to: ROSE Inc., Attn: Stella Bramley, Box 28, Ste. Rose du Lac MB R0L 1S0

Or Contact Stella Bramley, Program Manager at 204-447-3224 ext. 2 or by email: stellabramley@mymts.net

ROSE INC.

Is now accepting applications for the position of: SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT LIVING SUPPORT WORKER

In our Community Living Disabilities Program In Ste. Rose, Manitoba

Successful Candidate Must Demonstrate Good Organizational Skills, Be Self-Motivated, and Possess Good Inter-Personal Skills.

Starting wage is $16.43 with an increase following a successful 6-month probation period and benefit package included.

Interested Applicants are invited to apply to: ROSE Inc., Attn: Stella Bramley, Box 28, Ste. Rose du Lac MB R0L 1S0

Or Contact Stella Bramley, Program Manager at 204-447-3224 ext. 2 or by email: stellabramley@mymts.net

MUNICIPALITY OF STE. ROSE

REQUIRES A

PUBLIC WORKS PERSONNEL

Detailed resumes will be accepted until 12:00 Noon on January 24, 2023.

A Job Description is available upon request.

For further information, please contact:

Marlene Bouchard, CMMA

Chief Administrative Officer

Municipality of Ste. Rose

P.O. Box 30, Ste. Rose du Lac, MB. R0L 1S0

Phone: 204 447-2229

Fax: 204 447-2875

E-mail address: sterose@sterose.ca

MUNICIPALITY OF STE. ROSE REQUIRES A LABOURER

FOR THE STE. ROSE RECREATION COMMISSION

Detailed resumes will be accepted until 12:00 Noon on January 24, 2023.

A Job Description is available upon request.

For further information, please contact:

Marlene Bouchard, CMMA

Chief Administrative Officer

Municipality of Ste. Rose P.O. Box 30, Ste. Rose du Lac, MB. R0L 1S0

Phone: 204 447-2229 Fax: 204 447-2875

E-mail address: sterose@sterose.ca

FOODS

Meat Cutters/Production Personnel

HyLife is a global leader in food processing. Our mission is to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we need talented people to join our HyLife team as the company continues to grow. HyLife is committed to our employees and we have an exciting new career opportunity in the beautiful town of Neepawa, MB for you to explore!

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 production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between!

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 the 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 $15.75/hour plus a $1.00/hour perfect attendance bonus!

Wage scale extends to $23.55 per hour

In addition to HyLife’s benefits, vacation time, and competitive salary our company also offers a $500 dollar employee referral bonus program!

HyLife is here to support you in building an exciting career with our team!

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 want it to be YOU! Come join our HyLife team. We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted

Help Wanted

Rolling River School Division

in southwestern Manitoba, Canada near Riding Mountain National Park and Brandon.

is currently looking for a OIL/LUBE TECHNICIAN

Located at 77 Dennis St. Gladstone, MB is looking for a FULLTIME BUTCHER

Job duties:

- Slaughters animals

- Cuts, trims, grinds and prepares meat for sale to customers

- Receives and fulfills custom orders.

- Packages and displays meat

- Labels meat to indicate cut, grade, preparation date, best-by date, and other relevant information.

- Maintains the sharpness, cleanliness, and sterilization of knives and tools.

- Ensures preparation areas are kept clean.

- Closely follows all safety and sanitation procedures.

- Answers questions regarding types, cuts, and suggested preparation of meat.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills Requirements:

- 1-2 years’ experience in slaughtering and butchering animals.

- Education or food preparation or meat cutting experience.

- Ability to use hand tools, stand or walk for extended periods, lift heavy items and work in cold environments.

- Knowledge of meat preparation techniques and cuts.

- Task management and customer service skills.

- Knowledge of food safety.

Language of work: English

Wage range: starts at $15/hr to $18/hr

Benefits: 2 weeks paid vacation days, Pension and Health insurance

Locations of work: Gladstone, Manitoba

Contact information: 204-385-2506 smilepinoyfoods@gmail.com

SUPPORT STAFF required

Educational Assistant 5.3 hrs/day Erickson Collegiate Educational Assistant 3.5 hrs/day Library Clerk 3.0 hrs/day (positions may be combined) Rivers Elementary School

For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca select Employment then Support Positions. Thank you to all applicants for their interest in Rolling River School Division. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

THE TOWN OF MINNEDOSA invites applications for a permanent position for a

MUNICIPAL CLERK

Under direction of the Assistant Chief Administrative Officer, the Clerk shall be responsible for all aspects for the administration of the Utility Department and the execution of Accounts Payable, as well as general reception duties and other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

To view the full ad and job description please visit www.minnedosa.com Please submit your resume, cover letter and a copy of related education transcripts to: Stacy Andrews, ACAO Town of Minnedosa, Box 426, Minnedosa, MB. R0J 1E0 Email: acao@minnedosa.com

Resumes will be accepted until 4:00pm on Wednesday, January 25th, 2023 or until the position is filled. Thank you to all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

We offer a competitive salary and a company benefit package.

We thank all those who apply, but only those considered for the position will be contacted for a personal interview.

Apply with resume to:

Brent Miller, Service Manager 150 Main St. West Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Phone 476-2391

wwford2@mymts.net

THE TOWN OF MINNEDOSA invites applications for the position of FINANCE MANAGER.

The Town of Minnedosa is seeking a team-oriented individual who under the direction of and reporting directly to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) will be, as the Finance Manager, responsible for the day-to-day operations Financial Administration and Management of financial transactions and procedures.

To view the full ad and job description please visit www.minnedosa.com

Please submit your cover letter, resume and salary expectations to: Stacy Andrews, ACAO

Town of Minnedosa Box 426, Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 Email: acao@minnedosa.com Phone: 204-867-2727

Applications will be accepted until 4:00pm on Wednesday, February 8th, 2023. Thank you to all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

NOTICES

An area full of recreational opportunities, parks, lakes, cultural events, a sense of community and much more!

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

NEEPAWA & CARBERRY Health Facilities

Cooks & Dietary Aides

Casual & Part-time positions

Licensed Practical Nurses & Registered Nurses

Casual; Full-time & Part-time positions

Home Care Attendants & Health Care Aides Casual & Part-time positions

Environmental Services (Housekeeping & Laundry)

Casual; Full-time & Part-time positions

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician II (Neepawa)

Casual position

Clerk III- Health Information Services (Neepawa)

Casual positions

Pharmacy Assistant (Neepawa)

Casual position

Recreation Worker - Uncertified (Neepawa)

Casual Positions

Ward Clerk (Neepawa)

Casual Positions

JOIN THE HEALTH CARE TEAM! APPLY TODAY! www.prairiemountainhealth.ca, click on Careers

An excellent health care benefit package that includes but limited to health & dental benefits, pension plan & a health spending account.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in Prairie Mountain Health however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

These positions are subject to a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful applicant will be responsible for any services charges incurred.

Classified ad deadline Tuesday noon

Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines.

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 - Have a newsworthy item to announce? Having a January or February Event? An exciting change in operations? Though we cannot guarantee publication, MCNA will get the information into the right hands for ONLY

Coming Events

Pine Creek School Division

Kindergarten Registration

February 6th to February 10th, 2023

Austin Elementary School (AES)

$35.00 + GST/HST. Call MCNA (204) 947-1691 for more information. See www. mcna.com under the “Types of Advertising” tab for more details.

PLAN FOR BUSINESS SUCCESS IN 2023! BOOK YOUR 2023 BLANKET CLASSIFIED ADS NOW in the 32 Weekly Manitoba Community Newspapers to get your messaging to be seen all over

the province! SEASONAL HIRING? Have a service to offer? Selling something? Grand Opening? Have an online store? Let people know in the Blanket Classifieds! Call THIS NEWSPAPER NOW or call MCNA at (204) 9471691 for more details or to book ads. MCNA - Manitoba Community Newspapers Association. www.mcna.com

Announcement

Principal: Sharla Davey (204) 637-2240aes@pcsdonline.ca

MacGregor Elementary School (MES)

Principal: Bryan Marriott (204) 685-2249mes@pcsdonline.ca

Gladstone Elementary School (GES)

Interim Principal: Randy Chambers (204) 385-2613ges@pcsdonline.ca

Plumas Elementary School (PES) Principal: Alanna Madsen (204) 386-2250pes@pcsdonline.ca

Langruth Elementary School (LES) Principal: Alanna Madsen (204) 445-2001les@pcsdonline.ca

3-Ways to Register:

• Picking Up and Completing Registration Forms at the School: If you are picking up a kindergarten registration form and intend on filling it out at the school, please arrange for an appointment with the school principal – this will be by appointment only. Please discuss with the principal who may accompany you into the building.

• Dropping off Registration Package: Drop off the forms at any time. Please complete them online then print them off or pick up a package at an arranged date/time from the school.

When arriving at the school to drop-of f the completed registration package, please ring the buzzer at the front door of the school then someone will be there to greet you to receive the package at the door.

• Emailing: Please email the registration form using the email provided above. Registration forms are available on the school and divisional websites as fillable forms. Please fill them in, save them, and attach them to an email to send them in.

What you will need:

• Child’s birth certificate (provide a copy, or you can request a photocopy from the school)

• Proof of Address (Legal Land Description with Legal Guardian’s Name): ie Driver’s Lic., Utility Bill, Lease agreement, etc

• MB Health Card listing the Parent and Child’s name

Manitoba Community Newspaper Association Province-wide Classifieds

A first look inside the Home Hardware construction site

The new Home Hardware building is starting to take shape. As seen from the highway, a large portion of the exterior work seems to be done. Inside the facility, progress is slowly, but steadily proceeding. The current expectations is for a soft opening to occur in mid-March and for a grand celebratory opening for sometime in May.

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Gerrard noted as well, that some supply chain issues over the winter have also caused slight delays. For the most part, however, she said these are all minor issues and are part of the building experience for a project of this scale.

As for the actual construction of the building, Gerrard said that has been proceeding according to plan.

She said seeing the structure start to take shape over the last few weeks has made the process worthwhile.

She also noted that customers have expressed their excitement for seeing the building progress and that they’ll looking forward to seeing the finished product.

The new Home Hardware building is being built on 3.5 acres of land at 142 Main Street West, close to the junction of the Yellowhead Highway and Veterans Way.

It will be nearly double the size of the hardware store’s existing building, which is at 268 Hamilton Street.

Due to the larger space in the new building, a number of new employees will be hired. The current expectation is that eight new full-time and two to four part-time positions will be created from the expansion. Currently, there are 14 Home Hardware employees.

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