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Array of thefts alledgedly strike farms across GlenellaLansdowne

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Rural residents within the Municipality of GlenellaLansdowne are talking about a recent increase in break-ins and vehicle thefts throughout the area.

Over the past week, there have been a few social media posts discussing several cases of criminal activity on a few farms.

Allegedlly, some quads/ side-by-sides have been removed from properties, as well as a half-ton truck.

The Banner & Press reached out to the RCMP for confirmation of any of this recent criminal activity, but as of our publication deadline, we had received no comment.

If residents of GlenellaLansdowne have any details to share related to this apparent criminal spree, they can share their details with the Banner & Press at news@ neepawabanner.com

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Arson in Minnedosa ruins Thanksgiving display

A display set up to bring joy and good will to a local community was destroyed over the Thanksgiving long weekend. On Monday, Oct. 14, Minnedosa Fire Department responded to a call to Tanner’s Crossing Park. Upon arrival, they found that a Thanksgiving display created by Minnedosa Tourism was set on fire. Picnic tables and the display, as a whole were destroyed. The special gathering space had been created late last week by Tourism board members and community volunteers, and a message online invited the public to use it to ‘take some memorable family photos at our self-serve photo background.’ As of Wednesday, Oct. 16, there was not report of suspects to the vandalism. Anyone with information is asked to contact Minnedosa RCMP at (204) 867-2916 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Fundraiser luncheon supports Npa. Handivan

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ArtsForward worked alongside Neepawa Handivan on Oct. 15 to bring some warmth on a chilly day. The occasion was a fundraiser lunch for Handivan, serving fresh chili with a bun.

Ahead of sit-in hours, a total of about 76 takeaway orders were fulfilled and sent out.

A 50/50 ticket booth benefiting Handivan was also present (above).

Top: A group of friends ready for a warm lunch. Top right: Kitchen staff serve up a hearty helping of hot chili!

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1974: Yellowhead Manor soon to open in November

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

125 years ago, Saturday, October 14, 1899

Treherne has a paper–the Times– published by E. J. McMillan, late of the Carberry News. The Times is an eight page five column paper, nicely printed and full of interesting local news. Its political leanings are Reform– like all progressive journals– and we have no doubt it will be a considerable factor in building up the town of Treherne.

100 years ago, Friday, October 17, 1924

Birnie: Albert Willey has started to build a new house on his lot east of Hunt’s garage, as Mrs. Denholm’s house, in which he is living, is for sale.

Edrans: Someone has borrowed the preacher’s coal scuttle. It was a work of art in black Japan, with gold rims. A word in your ear, like that celebrated

axe– in the days of the prophet Elisah– “It was a borrowed one.” The thought arises: “Oh why did the coal scuttle?”

Note: A coal scuttle is a bucket-like container with the purpose of holding a small amount of coal, convenient for those who had an indoor coal-fired stove or heater.

Note: According to Britannica Encyclopedia, black Japan was among the most widely used materials in a process known as “Japanning” in the decorative arts. Highly popular in the 18th-century, it was designed as a finishing and ornamentation for wood, leather, tin and papier-mache that imitated the lacquerwork of the Japanese. In modern industry, Japanning refers to the decoration and protection of metal articles, with the finish being hardened by heating in an oven.

Black Japan in particular was a mixture of molten asphalt, natural-resin varnishes, drying oils and turpentine, having a clear, brownish undertone.

The Japanese lacquerwork being imitated in the European process is known as rō-iro (or

of The Neepawa Press for that year.

rō-iro nuri).

Edrans: We welcome David Acutt and family to the Ridge farm house, near town. The children will attend the Deer Range school and all will be within easy distance of the “Edrans Events”.

75 years ago, Thursday, October 13, 1949

Manitoba’s Riding Mountain National Park has set a record-breaking figure of attendance to date this year with a total of 253,673 visitors, an increase over last year of more than 72,000 visitors, Hon. J. S. McDiarmid, In total attendance figures, Riding Mountain stands second only to Banff in the whole Dominion. The Manitoba park recorded more than three times the attendance figures for such internationally famous national parks as Jasper and Kootenay.

Note: The above entry for Riding Mountain National Park appears to be incomplete in the original text, which is the cause for the cutoff at the end of the first paragraph.

50 years ago, Thursday, October 17, 1974

Mr. and Mrs. Jack Sayer were among the first senior citizens to register at Yellowhead Manor last Wednesday morning, Oct. 9, and choose their suite in the new building.

20 years ago, Monday, October 18, 2004

The Town of Erickson has introduced a curfew, aimed at curbing a rising tide of vandalism.

The Yellowhead Manor in Neepawa helped its first residents select their ideal suites on Oct. 9, 1974. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Sayer (pictured at left and at centre) were among those individuals, aided by Mrs. J. Butcher (right). The facility was set to open in mid-November, with a drop-in centre on the main floor operated by the New Horizons group.

The curfew, which took effect Oct. 1, makes it unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 to loiter in town limits after 10 p.m. and before 7 a.m., unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Erickson mayor Mike Glechuk said enacting the curfew was seen as a last resort by the town council.

The chairman of Manitoba Pork says while duties imposed by the United States Department of Commerce could cripple the province’s hog industry, it’s too soon to panic.

A Neepawa implement dealer has pledged $5,000 toward construction

of a proposed cattle slaughterhouse in Dauphin. Manitoba Highways is closing its Westbourne maintenance yard at the end of the year due to an increase in vandalism.

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Looking Back feature is directly taken from the original print copy of the Neepawa Press and Neepawa Banner newspapers. Any errors or omissions from stories (Factually or otherwise) are the result of the original print and not the responsibility of the archivist for the current version of the Neepawa Banner & Press.

Get all the advice you can and be wise the rest of your life. Man proposes, but God disposes.

Proverbs 19:20-21 (The Living Bible)

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The Winnipeg Juveniles were all set to show at Neepawa’s Roxy Theatre around this time in October of 1974. The ad was in theOct. 17 edition

Perspectives

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By Chad Carpenter

A Thanksgiving and Anniversary wrap-up

Last week, I wrote about the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend and how it coincided with our 55th wedding anniversary. For about two weeks before the big day, I asked my wife what she wanted to do for our anniversary. No real plans were forthcoming so I went about our regular business of doing the best we can to publish three newspapers and help out at the Neepawa Access Community Television Station (NACTV). The Thursday before our anniversary was the regular paper delivery run to Rivers and Rapid City.

That run is about two-thirds more than it used to be because, as of June 21, we took over the Virden EmpireAdvance. Now the run is Rapid City and Rivers with a hand-off to Gerry Nolan to do deliveries around Rivers, Hamiota, Oak River, Kenton and Lenore. Our job then is to head down to the T-Can and turn in at Sioux Valley Petro-Can and then on to Virden to deliver papers to a few spots. We sure distribute a pile of papers at Hi-Way Grocery and pick up lunch there too so that I can eat at my desk. No rest for the wicked. Then it’s on to the Flower Attic in Virden, our biggest delivery spot, pick up the mail and head to our Virden Office.

From there, it’s Oliver Nolan’s turn, son of the above mentioned Gerry, to deliver to dozens of spots in Virden. Dad Gerry circles back from his Rivers Banner deliveries and takes the remaining Virden papers to places like Elkhorn, Cromer, Reston and Pipestone.

My job gets a little easier by Thursday afternoon as I look after some admin duties and meet with Jessica Coulter, who sells and designs ads and the papers at Virden and Rivers. Often I meet up with Dianne Hansen who has graciously come out of retirement to sell ads at Virden.

Our job winds up Thursday by

Right in the Centre

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delivering the papers to Oak Lake and Alexander on our way home.

So that is how Thursday goes and that’s how last Thursday went. As I said, it was the eve of our anniversary so I had to buy my wife a little present at Dundee Designs in Alexander and also pick up one of the best egg salad sandwiches ever. They are a staple at Dundee and the sandwiches are made at the Honey House in Rivers.

I should also explain that before Thursday can happen, our staff diligently assembles all three papers on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Printing takes place at Killarney Wednesday afternoon where the Struth family has been printing now for two generations. Our staff brings the papers back Wednesday, sorts and packages the papers into bundles Wednesday night ready to go early Thursday. We have three vans and a SUV on the road on Thursdays and one on Friday. There is a cycle to the whole process.

So back to the anniversary, what did we do on Friday. Well, I worked a little late at the office, came home and we had pizza and watched a hockey game and a football game. The Blue Bombers lost and the Jets won.

So did our local teams, the Neepawa Titans and Virden Oil Capitals, though Neepawa did end up winning a pair over the weekend to Virden’s lone victory.

On Saturday, we did go to a restaurant but just for breakfast. Prepping

for winter is on the top of the list so the annual job of getting all the junk and partly finished projects out of the garage and cars in begins in earnest. That, and painting the garden shed.

Sunday was our Thanksgiving day with a multi family gathering. Just so you get an idea of what that was like, there were 10 children under 10 years of age in one house. Four of them were our great grandsons. Lots of happy noise and laughing and lots of love. Still worked on the anniversary through Monday, our version that is. Pushed hard (but very slow) and got garden hoses winterized, rain barrels put away. I think my wife is getting some better as I looked across the yard when I took a breather from garage prepping and she was tumbling the rain barrels across the yard. No cane, no walker but carefully and steadily bossing the rain barrels across the yard.

So our anniversary weekend closed off Monday evening with vehicles in the garage, two on the driveway and off the street, the motorhome in the storage compound.

Some people will be somewhat shocked at the way we celebrated our anniversary, but this year was a very good one. Lots to be thankful for, especially since Christine started in January with very serious surgery followed by many months of chemos and a very tired body. Yes, we are thankful.

Fall (Fowl?) Suppers

According to my research the custom of community fall suppers are Manitoba’s oldest culinary tradition. It is part modern pop up café and part heritage foods. Churches and community halls host suppers from September to November. The suppers are known for the home cooked foods and the hospitality, and as a fundraiser for worthy causes.

When we look back at the early community fall suppers we can understand, in part, why so many regulations now dictate food prep, presentation and clean up. Years ago the supper was often served in a crowded church basement, the food having been prepared in many individual homes and transported as best as one could to the public eating area. The dishes were hand washed in rapidly cooling water, hand dried by progressively damper towels, and hustled back out to the serving table for the next diners. Much as the workers tried, the water too soon became tepid, greasy and less than desired for cleaning ability! However! The food was tasty, home grown and plenteous. The standard dessert was pie, many different types of pies, all homemade and mostly from the back yard fruit trees or local Saskatoon bushes. (An aside– one of my sons was about eight and after being served a slice of Saskatoon pie at a community supper, returned to the kitchen and pointedly asked be given a slice of mom’s Saskatoon pie. Apparently mine was better, or more familiar!) One could count on mashed potatoes, gravy, jelly salads– red, green and orange– several types of vegetables, often turnips, stuffing and then, of course, meat– usually fowl. And buns, and pickles and tea and coffee. The fall supper was well supported and a welcome time of gathering after the harvest pressure was past. It’s only been in the last twenty to thirty years that folks travel near and far to catch a fall supper. There are on line sites that list all the suppers in the province, broken down by areas. So many changes! Some communities now pre sell the tickets, controlling the amount of food required, eliminating too many left overs, or disappointed patrons. Some communities provide access to alcoholic beverages; some have all the tables seated before serving them in order. Some still have first come, first served and if you have to stand outside for a while, consider it time for catching up with local news! Suppers often feature beef, or ham, or pulled pork, or a combination of meats. Districts have become for their specialities– perogies, sauerkraut or meatballs for example. And the dessert table! Now we have cheesecake, squares, chocolate desserts as well as pies. The food is generally prepared on site, and the dishwashing area has at least three sinks or an industrial dish washer.

There have been changes. There are, thankfully, some things that have not changed. It is a community coming together, working together, for a common goal. The food is made with love and expertise, not often store bought. There are families, neighbours, and strangers sitting down together to share a meal, to share stories and laughter. Great food, great company, great cause.

Thanks for mentors

In my lifetime, I have met people from all walks of life and from all parts of this country. I remember many of them because of their honesty, integrity, faith in God and the good example they set for those around them. I remember a few because of bad choices they made and the tragedies (sometimes fatal) that followed those choices. Since I don’t want to experience the same tragedies, I do all I can to avoid making those choices. Then there are those who have come alongside; some for a short time, some for longer and whose influence in my life was so timely and so profound that the memories of our time together and the lessons I learned from them will never be forgotten. In this week’s column, I want to honour four of those people. They will not be identified by their names or where they lived. But I will tell you how they changed my life, and why I will always remember our time together and

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the life-changing lessons I learned from them.

The first person taught me the mechanics of ministry-leading worship, preaching, visiting and caring for people. We didn’t have any formal classes. He just took me with him wherever he went and showed me how to do the work I had been called to do.

The second person broadened my scope and introduced me to many different types of ministry. He would often ask me to be his chauffeur for a day; and I would accompany him to a funeral home for a funeral, to the city jail to visit some inmates, to his favorite café for lunch and then on several errands before we finally ended our day. I was amazed that he

could keep all his appointments in order. I shouldn’t have been. He told me his wife and secretary did that for him. He just went where they told him to go and did that they told him he needed to do.

The third person came into my life at a time when I was dealing with a huge series of personal and relational tragedies. He showed me how to forgive the wrongs that had been done, how to let go of the hurtful memories and how to move on with my life. I do not think I would be here today if it wasn’t for that personal influence.

The fourth person gave me the best advice I have ever received. “When you conduct your first service in a different church,” he

said, “Don’t go in with any agenda. Just get to know and love the people who are there; and let them get to know and love you.” That one little statement has revolutionized my approach to what I do; and I think is the main reason I have enjoyed so much success as a “transition minister.”

I will always be grateful for these and others who gave me the guidance I needed at critical stages in my life. A comment here, a word of caution there, an encouragement when needed and a rebuke when appropriate-all were much appreciated.

On this Thanksgiving Day, I will thank God for them all-those who live close by, those who are farther away and those who are in heaven. I will ask God to help me do for others what they have done for me. And I will wait for the day when we will all be together in God’s presence; and I can thank them in person.

Overwhelmed with thankfulness

Thanksgiving weekend. A time filled with good food, good drinks, and family. As I was looking forward to those very things, I found myself reflecting back on years past and things I know now that I have taken for granted in the past.

I found myself overwhelmed with thankfulness for the lessons my parents had taught me, whether intentionally or organically.

I felt a wave of gratitude as I looked to one side and then the other in the chairs surrounding me at church on Sunday morning. Family surrounded me on all sides, my parents, my sweet children, my husband, my nan.

The generational faith that helped shape who I am, how I parent, how I view family, what my core values are.

Then I turned behind me, and I saw my dear friends. Who have very quickly become like family, who are also reaping the blessings of this genera -

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tional faith I grew up with.

I found by the end of the day my face hurt from smiling and laughing and my heart had burst with joy from the faces that filled my parents home. They taught me to have an open door, to bring people in and treat them like family, to love them like Jesus loved, to hold our homes with an open hand to

him, bringing glory to him and to build his kingdom, one meal, one conversation, one act of kindness at a time.

These things that I have learned through generations of watching, I am now passing down to my own children and I am forever grateful.

To those that are pioneers in their families, the

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Interesting article on the bench put by the United/ Anglican Church bell. Made me wonder if or when the “DRIVE CAREFULLY YOU MIGHT HIT AN ANGLICAN” sign might reappear somewhere/sometime in Neepawa??

Darlene Hunter Neepawa, MB

Is it time to save face, bow out or stubbornly lead?

For the past several weeks, the House of Commons has descended into gridlock, and the culprit is clear: the Liberal government’s defiance of a House order passed months ago that demanded the release of documents tied to the now-defunct Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC), infamously dubbed the Liberal green slush fund.

Earlier this year, it was revealed that the chair of SDTC, appointed by the Liberals, funneled over $200,000 of taxpayer money to her own company. The Auditor General’s report laid bare a staggering 90 conflicts of interest, with over $55 million awarded to ineligible private companies. To top it off, the Auditor General found that more than $330 million was disbursed in over 180 cases where potential conflicts of interest loomed large. It’s a scandal that reeks to high heaven.

Now, as we reach mid-October, the government continues to stonewall the release of these documents. In response, the Conservative Party has introduced a motion of privilege, which Speaker Greg Fergus ruled in favor of, requiring the government to provide the documents. Yet, the Liberals continue to refuse, effectively grinding Parliament to a halt. This has resulted in Members of Parliament being unable to debate or pass legislation, all because the government is playing games and defying the will of Parliament.

first believers, the first with an open door policy, the first that are living like Jesus. Know that despite it feeling hard and new and scary sometimes, hear me when I say, what you are doing matters.

It will ripple out into your world, your children’s world, their children’s world and their children’s world.

You are truly doing work that will last for generations to come, and your children will look back the way I did this past Sunday and look around with a deep sense of gratitude for the work you did to pave the way for a new life for generations to come.

Conservatives have pointed out that it’s entirely up to the government to resolve this logjam by releasing the documents and abiding by the Speaker’s ruling. If the Liberals chose to comply, the House of Commons could resume its work. So how does Trudeau plan to extricate himself from this mess of his own making?

One potential escape route is proroguing Parliament, a tactic he used in 2020 to dodge accountability during the WE Charity scandal. This would allow him to reset the parliamentary session without an election, effectively pausing all parliamentary committees and tossing all the other existing investigations into his government. Any government bills currently being studied would have to start from square one. It would be a desperate move that is more of a retreat rather than a resolution.

Prorogation could also buy Trudeau time to step down as Prime Minister, giving the Liberals a chance to find a new leader before the next election, scheduled for October 20, 2025. This scenario is getting more likely as recent media reports indicate that dissent is rising within his own Liberal caucus, suggesting that the calls for his resignation are no longer confined to frustrated Canadians.

The coming weeks will be interesting as we see how they unfold. Will Trudeau save face and bow out gracefully, or will he stubbornly lead the Liberal Party into the next election, potentially setting the stage for its most crushing defeat in history? The clock is ticking, and the public is watching. Either way, the Liberal Party will have to confront an electorate that is hungry for change and ready to make its voice heard.

Levi Cottingham Ottawa, ON

Tara Kauenhofen

Helen Drysdale

out of helen’s kitchen

Cranberries

Cranberries are traditionally seen on Canadian Thanksgiving and Christmas tables in the form of my very favourite cranberry sauce. Cranberries make a popular juice, fresh and dried cranberries are frequently used in breads, muffins, cookies, cakes, cobblers and salads. Cranberries have not always been called cranberries! They grew in various parts of North America and have been a staple food for a long time – a really long time. The word for cranberries in the Indigenous languages literally meant “bitter berry”. They used them in a variety of ways; eaten raw, put into stews, into pemmican and used as a dye to name a few. Cranberries are a rich source of several vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C.

Contrary to popular belief, while cranberries grow in marsh or bog land they do not actually grow in water. Commercial fields are flooded. The growers come through with machines to dislodge the berries from their vines. The machines are nicknamed “eggbeaters”. Each berry has tiny pockets of air that allow it to float to the surface of the water, where they are easily scooped from the water surface. Wet harvesting is very efficient, but it also damages the berries so those berries are used for processing. For that reason, the cranberries which are intended to be sold fresh are harvested through “dry harvesting.”

On the prairies we know cranberries as high bush cranberries. The highbush cranberry is actually not a cranberry at all, it is actually a member of the honeysuckle family. Highbush cranberry can be found in damp thickets and moist woods. While the small red berries are very tart to eat on their own, they do make a wonderful jelly or jam. The only drawback to this fruit is the “dirty sock smell” when you are cooking them. Every year I get my supply from my “secret place” to make my jellies with. Unfortunately the bears are on to my “secret place” and I have to share the berries.

The best replacement for fresh cranberries is frozen, which are available year-round. The frozen berries can be put into recipes without thawing. These cranberry orange muffins are delicious on the flavor and bursting with cranberries in each bite.

Cranberry orange muffins

1 cup white sugar

1/2 cup butter, at room temperature

2 eggs

1/2 cup milk

1/4 cup orange juice

2 tsp. grated orange rind

2 cups flour

2 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. baking soda

1/2 tsp. salt

1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

1/2 tsp. each allspice and cloves

1 1/2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen, patted dry)

1 cup pecans (chopped) extra sugar for toping (optional)

In a small bowl stir together sugar, butter and eggs. Mix in the milk, orange juice and orange rind. In another larger bowl add the flour, baking powder, baking soda salt, cinnamon, allspice and cloves and mix well. Add the first mixture to the flour and stir until just combined. Gently stir in the cranberries. Divide the batter among the paper liners in the muffin tin. If you’re not using paper liners, make sure to butter and flour the wells of your muffin tin thoroughly. Sprinkle with sugar, if desired. Bake at 375°F for 18-22 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool on a rack.

My orange delicious cranberry sauce.

Cranberry sauce

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup orange juice

1 cup sugar

1 package fresh cranberries

1 Tbsp. grated orange rind

In a pot mix the water, juice and sugar together. Heat until sugar is dissolved. Add the cranberries and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down and gently simmer for 5-9 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the orange rind. Cool and chill before using. This easy cranberry smoothie combines cranberries with frozen banana and yogurt for a creamy and delicious sip able breakfast or snack!

Cranberry smoothie

2/3 cup frozen cranberries

1 frozen banana

1/2 cup yogurt

Place all ingredients in a blender. Blend until creamy and frothy. Taste and adjust sweetness as desired.

1/2 cup orange juice or milk

2 Tbsp. honey

Breaking The Silence: Men’s mental health matters more than ever

The rate of people seeking out mental health services has exploded, but we continue to see a lower number of men seeking out support. What accounts for this difference and what can we do to engage men in emotional wellness? Those identifying as men are encouraged to support this idea of Hegemonic Masculinity, the “ideal man”. Who does our society consider to be the ideal man? He is usually tall, well dressed, athletic, intelligent, high income, charming, loyal, good with his hands, virile and is always a level-headed problem solver. There are numerous problems with this starting from the fact that this version of the ideal man is completely impossible and contradictory, yet men are held to these standards by others and themselves. This version of the ideal man also does not include someone who prioritizes their emotional well-being, who takes care of themselves or talks about their problems. The stigma remains. We are doing better with breaking down the stigma with our young boys but there is still much work to do.

So, what can we do to further break down the stigma with those men who we love so much? The first is normalizing the conversation. If you identify as a man and are reading this article, don’t be afraid to ask your people, “Hey man, how are you doing?” and if they respond with a joke, answer, “No really, how are you doing?”. If you are comfortable, I would encourage you to offer up a stressor that you are dealing with in your life.

Normalizing the conversation about emotional well being for men is going to come from how other men speak about it. Use language that resonates with men such as “stress management” or “overall well being” which might be more comfortable than the term “mental health”.

It’s important to help men see that opening up about emotional well being is a source of strength rather than weakness. There are many celebrities out there who have made it their mission to do just that. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson (actor and former wrestler) has spoken about his experiences with depression, Terry Crews (actor and former NFL player) has spoken about pressure to conform to ideals of masculinity and Kevin Love (NBA player) has opened up about his experience with panic attacks. These are only a few male celebrities that are making efforts to normalize the conversation. For some men, knowing that there are real world examples of men trying on a new version of masculinity can make all the difference.

Integrating emotional wellness conversations around activities like sport or exercise can make the topics feel more approachable as people tend to connect more over shared activities. When having these conversations, keep things practical by ad-

dressing specific issues that men face such as pressure to perform, parenthood, being a provider, work stress or relationships. Specific issues are more relatable than just speaking about mental health in general. If you identify as a man and are reading this, know that you are seen and are cared for. That your feelings do matter and that you have people in your corner, ready to listen, when you feel ready.

Delsie Martin BA, MSW, RSW, Counselor, The Wellness Clinic Brandon

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Titans lend a hand with local ski trail clean up efforts

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The Neepawa Titans took a little bit of their spare time to assist with clearing some of the ski trails at the Langford-Neepawa Winter Park. The recent wind storms in the region caused a little bit of havoc on local recreational trails. Over the last few weeks, members of the Neepawa Cross Country Ski Club had been working for a week on clearing trails.

On Oct 11, the local Junior ‘A’ Hockey Club, came out as well and did a superb job clearing some of the fallen trees and debris on two of the trails.

These efforts, along with those of the Cross Country Ski Club are greatly appreciated and should be recognized. Thanks to everyone who took the time to assist with the upkeep of our local trails.

A sign of change arrives in Neepawa’s downtown

The latest news on the future home of Rotor’s Bakery n’ Pizzeria comes in the form of the hanging of this sign. The sign was hung at Rotor’s (formerly the Neepawa Home Hardware) late last week. Rotor’s Bakery was previously located on Mountain Avenue between S Mart and Team Electronics.

PHOTO BY DIANE WARNER

Rotary Club hosts barbecue for Polio Plus

Rotary Club partnered with the Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op and Old Dutch to host a barbecue outside of the Neepawa grocery store location on

The barbecue was a fundraising event supporting Rotary’s Polio Plus initiative. Polio Plus strives to eradicate Polio worldwide, while the “plus” part is something else provided as part of the polio eradication campaign (such as access to water, medical treatment, soap and more). Thanks is extended to all who made it a success, stopping by for a hot dog and a visit. A total of approximately $800 was raised for Polio Plus that day.

Pictured left: Rotarians Mike

and Wayne Jacobsen acted as the head chefs for the fundraising

Gladstone cattle market report

By Tyler Slawinski Gladstone Auction

With the long weekend for some, it was a great opportunity for families to take advantage of the extra help that was home for thanksgiving to round up some cattle!

We sold 1,587 head of cattle through the ring in Gladstone on Oct. 15! The market this week was fairly active, the cattle futures seemed to have taken a hit to start the trading during the sale, but the quality and the additional orders that we saw kept the market right on track!

Most areas of trade were steady, some additional orders drove certain areas

of the market higher, while the abundance of certain weight classes of cattle added pressure in other areas.

The Fall run is here. Every week we are seeing fewer yearlings and more top notch wet nosed calves that are making their way into the market, gearing up for the flood of weaned calves that are about to be marketed across the prairies!

Cows are trending softer this week due to a lower demand on certain local orders. Feeding type cows and heiferettes are still exceptionally strong. Cows still traded quite reasonable from 160.00 to 180.00, with sales to 184 looking like

softer averages. Bulls traded lower, ranging between 190.00 to 211.00.

All classes of cattle sold well! Plainer type cattle, are still being discounted!

Some highlights from the sale, black steers weighed 393 traded for 545.00.

Crossbred steers weighed 502 and traded for 451.

Charolais steers weighed 676 and brought 380.00. Buckskin steers weighed 751 pounds and they hit 371.00. And a big set of black and red yearling steers and they checked out at 345.00!

Heifers, crossbred heifers weighed 440 and traded for 457.50.00. Black and red hided sisters weighed 542 and brought 370.00. Tan heifers weighed 668 and

made 357.50. And last but not least a big set of yearling heifers weighing in at 838 sold under the hammer at 314.50.

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Farmers’ Advocate

Supplementation matters: Trace mineral requirements of a beef herd Banner & Press

above is a solar powered alternative watering system on pasture which

performance.

By Shawn Cabak Mb Agriculture

The following information is from the Beef Cattle Research Council.

There are many factors impacting the mineral requirements of beef cattle such as stage of production, age and body condition. These are further compounded by the bioavailability of the mineral source provided and any antagonists that may be present in the diet.

Regional variations in the trace mineral content of forages and soils create high risk areas where trace mineral deficiencies are more likely

to occur. Supplemental sources need to be provided to prevent production declines, animal health events or reproductive wrecks.

Recently published data from work led by Dr. Cheryl Waldner with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon, SK, showed 64 per cent of mature beef cows in Western Canada and 59 per cent of mature beef cows in Eastern Canada have less than adequate copper status. This is based on data collected in 2019. If you are a cow-calf producer in Canada, you need to worry about copper supplementation in your herd regardless of your location.

The research from Dr. Waldner’s

group also evaluated molybdenum levels in beef cows and found significant regional variation. Molybdenum is found in soils and in plants, and it can tie up copper. This means if molybdenum is present in the forage, any copper that is also there is no longer available for use by the animal. This results in secondary copper deficiency.

In addition to molybdenum, high sulphate levels present in water sources or in some alternative feeds, can further limit the bioavailability of copper in the diet. Therefore, despite supplementation, many herds may still be deficient. This is when using a chelated mineral should be considered.

Consequences of a trace mineral deficiency

Trace mineral deficiencies can take months to manifest into clinical symptoms, depending on factors such as diet, water quality or health status. Symptoms observed are often not unique to any specific deficiency and can include low conception rates, lateterm abortions, poor-performing cattle despite high-quality feed, reduced immune response or rough hair coats.

Many trace minerals, such as copper and zinc, are essential for pregnancy, and when cow requirements are not met, they are at an increased risk of being open in the

fall. Supplementation during gestation is one key timeframe which impacts both calf and cow health and production as well as the cows future reproductive performance.

Dr. Waldner will be speaking at the Beef and Forage Conference in Portage on October 30. This fall Manitoba Agriculture initiated a pasture forage and water survey across the province to determine trace mineral levels of forages and any possible water interactions.

For more information contact the Manitoba Agriculture office in Portage at 204-239-3353 or shawn.cabak@ gov.mb.ca

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The excitement of Manitoba AG EX is back in Brandon for 2024!

Manitoba AG EX is the largest All-Breeds Cattle Show in Manitoba, attracting exhibitors and visitors from Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta. Competition is high within breeds.

This year’s Manitoba AG EX will be held at the Keystone Centre in Brandon, from Oct. 23 to 26. The event features the Little Lady Classic, Jackpot Bull Show, and Junior Show and Showmanship. All classes are huge draws, but one of the fan favourites is the Supreme Breed Extravaganza. The champions from all shows compete in the Supreme Breed Extravaganza. The winners go on to the Canadian Western Agribition held in Regina, Saskatchewan.

Moo Mania is an event at Manitoba AG EX that offers hands-on educational opportunities for grades 3, 4, and 5 students to experience livestock and learn about where your food comes from as well as healthy environment practices. Newly added, Ewe Mania, will also appear at the 2024 event showcasing sheep in agriculture, proudly partnered with the Manitoba Sheep Association!

Manitoba AG EX is focused on the cattle industry showcasing the best of the breeds, as well as an opportunity for youth to both show cattle and attend educational events

Manitoba Ag Ex announces 2024 ‘Party in the Dirt’ with Quinton Blair

Get ready for a night of country tunes, lively entertainment, and unforgettable fun! Manitoba Ag Ex is excited to announce that the highly anticipated “Party in the Dirt” is back for 2024, featuring the award-winning Quinton Blair Band. This 18+ event will take place on October 25th at 8:00 PM in the Westoba Agriculture Centre of Excellence in Brandon, Manitoba.

Quinton Blair, known for his electrifying performances and roots-inspired country music, will light up the stage, bringing his signature sound and energy to what promises to be a night to remember. Blair, a true Manitoban and cowboy at heart, has earned acclaim across the country music scene and is sure to deliver a high-energy, foot-stomping show for party-goers.

“We couldn’t be more thrilled to have Quinton Blair headline this year’s Party in the Dirt,” said Bob

“Farming

Scott – Co-Chair of Manitoba AG EX “His authentic country vibe and love for rural Manitoba make him the perfect fit for this event. It’s going to be a fantastic celebration that embodies the spirit of Manitoba’s agricultural community.”

Event Details

What: Party in the Dirt featuring Quinton Blair Band.

When: Friday, October 25th, 2024 – Doors open at 8:00 p.m.

Where: Westoba Agricultural Centre of Excellence – Keystone Centre, Brandon, MB.

Who: This is an 18+ event

Cost: $10 cover charge

Attendees can expect a night filled with great music, dancing, and plenty of excitement, making it the perfect way to celebrate the Manitoba Ag Ex festivities. Tickets will be on sale soon, watch our social media for up to date information. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible night!

For more information, visit provincialexhibition. com or follow Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba on social media for the latest updates.

Manitoba Beef & Forage Conference set for Portage la Prairie on Oct. 30

By Shawn Cabak Manitoba Agriculture

Do you want to hear from local producers and industry experts discuss applying research on the farm? This year’s conference will be a one-day event in Portage la Prairie, where participants can expect great quality information delivered in a combination of keynote presentations and hands-on breakout sessions. Hear from a variety of speakers from across Canada and the United States talk about issues related to livestock methane production, Johnes disease, family succession, business risk management, mineral and vitamin supplementation, livestock predation

control, genomic tools for beef production and more.

The conference will be held at the William Glesby Center starting with registration and visiting agri-business displays at 8:00 a.m. Registration is only $100. The conference agenda includes time for networking with presenters, industry representatives, vendors, and fellow participants. A hot lunch catered by Merv’s Pitchfork Fondue is also provided.

To register visit https://gov.mb.ca/ agriculture/livestock/beef-conference.html

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Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association conference gains momentum

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Now entering its seventh year, Lucky Number Seven is proving to be no fluke when it comes to Manitoba Forage and Grassland Association’s annual conference around regen ag and soil health.

“We are super happy with our line-up and the response from farmers, partners and trade show booths to date,” said Mike Duguid, MFGA chair, also the 2024 MFGA conference chair. “We really believe our agenda showcases our 2024 conference theme: Open Minds – Open Opportunities.”

While hosting a one-and-a-half-day agenda with a full evening on Nov. 12 so as not to impact attendees and keynotes also attending the much larger biannual conference Alberta Soil Health and Grazing Conference in Edmonton in December, Duguid says momentum and advance registrations are doing very well. He says MFGA has constantly delivered

a great agenda that interests farmers and industry alike while offering a robust trade show where countless conversations and contacts are made, especially during extended breaks at lunch and coffee. This year, an extended early bird registration will remain open until Oct. 18. Meanwhile, the trade show is filling up fast and Duguid urges anyone considering a booth to act fast.

“Over our seven years, we have hosted a conference in every format you can imagine from fully online to hybrid of both to full room attendance,” he said. “We listen closely to the feedback of delegates, and we also have an active

conference committee that meets numerous times for planning, updates and decisions…. We usually have a twist we add that keeps us fresh for delegates. Last year, it was the screening of the Common Ground movie about regen ag that we brought in for the premiere in Manitoba. This year, it is the presentation of breakout sessions with four of our keynotes at conference-end so folks can pick sessions that they want to learn more about and interact more with the speakers.”

Duguid says the MFGA board and staff really appreciate having like-minded partners at Holistic Management Canada host a session with well-regarded keynote David Irvine at this year’s event.

HMC is also providing youth programming for families that wish to attend as a unit with conference agenda aimed at adults and HMC programming aimed at youth interests. All in all, Duguid says, the entire 2024 MFGA event is strong.

“We’ve brought back the fireside chat that went over super well last year. This year’s fireside chat is between Ryan Boyd and Jaime Elizondo and it will be very interesting. And anytime you can get Will Harris on the agenda – even online as we have locked down – you’re going to hear some very neat, personal stories and anecdotes about the way Will and the Harris family farms at White Oak Pastures,” said Duguid. “Add the HMC session and then the keynotes John and Deanne Chuiko, Stuart Chutter, Paul Overby and Elizondo and the ability to double back with them on breakout sessions and it’s going to be a great event for those wanting to learn more about regen ag and soil health.

Charity Martin Thevenot Boulder Bluff Clydesdales, Strathclair, MB

MJHL Standings

Titans topple MJHL top squads

Perfect weekend for Neepawa as they defeat Selkirk and Steinbach

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The results from a pair of games last weekend should prove to the rest of the MJHL that the Neepawa Titans are a team, that under no circumstances, should be overlooked or underrated this season.

The Titans faced the undefeated Selkirk Steelers on Saturday, Oct. 12, and gave the previously perfect club their first blemish of the year, in the form of a 4-3 loss.

Game results

12:49 NPA K. Weisgarber (1)

four points on the night, including the game winner in overtime, giving Neepawa a 7-6 victory.

After the game, Hegarty told the Banner & Press that after recently returning to the line-up from injury, it’s been great to contribute to the team as much as he has been able to.

C. Kasprick (5), D. McCann (2)

C. Paronuzzi (5)

C. Cairns (2) 16:05 NPA K. Skrupa (1)

ASST: T. Wallis (1), B. Quinn-Lgria (3)

16:24 STN L. Bogart (1)

ASST: R. McDonald (1), C. White (1)

Second Period

01:46 NPA C. Hegarty (5) PP

ASST: D. McCann (3), C. Kasprick (6)

04:13 NPA C. Hegarty (6)

ASST: T. Lewis (2), T. Tychonick (5)

10:18 NPA C. Hegarty (7)

ASST: B. Quinn-Lagria (4)

12:57 NPA D. McCann (2) PP

ASST: C. Kasprick (7)

19:51 STN C. Paronuzzi (6) PP

ASST: N. Szabo (6), B. Kaiser (6) Third Period

02:22 STN N. Szabo (4)

ASST: C. Paronuzzi (8), S. Burns (4) 07:29 STN C. Quamme (1)

M. Lobreau - (W) 33/36 saves SEL N. Olsonawski - (L) 44/48 saves Attendance: 405 - Selkirk Rec Complex Sunday, Oct. 13. Neepawa 7-6 OT Steinbach

ASST: C. Paronuzzi (9)

19:16 STN J. Fuch (3)

ASST: N. Szabo (7), J. Kostiuk (9)

03:57 NPA D. McCann (3) ASST: C. Alexander (8)

For the most part, Neepawa was able to hold Selkirk’s high powered offence at bay, and take full advantage of the opportunities presented to them over the course of the game. Dawson McCann, Tim Tychonick, Logan Paquette and Caden Hegarty all scored for the Titans, while Mason Lobreau earned the win in goal, with a 33 save night.

The very next evening, the Titans were at home against the Steinbach Pistons, another East Division team who have started the year off on a tear.

For this game, the Titans started strong and jumped out to a 6-2 lead mid-way through the second period. This effort was lead by Caden Hegarty, who scored a natural hat-trick in the second period and Dawson McCann, who had

“Obviously, it’s not good to be injured, but you come back feeling good and you wanna get back on the scoresheet to make up for the time I missed. We needed a lot of goals in these games. My teammates made it easy for me, creating some good opportunites, and I’m just glad to have been able to take advantage,” stated Hegarty.

Leveling up

With these pair of victories, the Titans remain in third place in the West Division, with a 5-4-0-1 record.

Head Coach and General Manager Ken Pearson said that these wins, over two of the best clubs in the MJHL, should be something the players are proud of.

“We had a real good week of practice and everyone is really starting to buy in on the team mindset,” stated Pearson. “It’s good to see the resiliency and some different guys step up when the chances present

Dawson McCann (on left) celebrates the game winning goal in overtime versus the Steinbach Pistons on Sunday, Oct. 13. McCann collected four points on the night (2 goal - 2 assists). He was also named one of the MJHL’s Original 16 Stars of the Week, for his combined 6 points in three games for the Titans.

themselves. I thought Dawson McCann really leveled up his game tonight, and as of late. I think it’s two of the best two games we’ve played [so far this season], for the most part.

Neepawa’s next three games will all be at home at the Yellowhead Centre. First, there will be a pair versus the Swan Valley Stampeders on Friday, Oct. 18 and Saturday, Oct. 19. Both those games

will feature 7:30 p.m. start times.

After that, the Selkirk Steelers will be in town on Tuesday, Oct. 22. That mid-week game will also feature a 7:30 p.m. opening face-off.

Club 55 Bowling

Oct. 10 - Ladies’ High

Single: Vivian Oswald

251. Ladies’ High Triple: Elsie Slimmon 598. Men’s High Single & Triple: Russ Taylor 193 & 495. Other Good Scores:Elsie Slimmon 216, 198, 184; Carole

LeBoutillier 196, 205; Darrell Gabler 170, 163; Eleanor Scott 160; Judy Gabler 165; Vivian Oswald 154, 190; Caroline Harding 188; Frank Porada 172, 156; Russ Taylor 160; Barb

Caden Hegarty (#22) scored four goals over the weekend for Neepawa, including a natural hattrick against the Steinbach Pistons on Sunday, Oct. 13, to help propel the team to a 7-6 win.

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PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Road repairs go ahead on Hamilton Street

Due to some openings in availability, Zenith Paving was able to send in a prep crew to Neepawa on the morning of Oct. 16 to work on sections of road from Mountain to First St., a portion of what was originally outlined in the Town’s re-paving plans for 2024. The crew will be giving it a first lift of asphalt. This had previously been bumped to 2025 due to the repaving project in Brandon for 18th Street, and so was welcome news when word was received of the newfound availability. Replacement of asphalt will be dependent on cooperation of weather.

Classifieds

Coming Events

Minnedosa ALC s Computer Course starts the week of Oct. 28th . Contact Val Gawel in Room 2 of the Minnedosa Collegiate 74 Armitage Ave. Phone: 204-867-2519 or email alc@rrsd.mb.ca

Auctions

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Crisis Pregnancy Centre

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

Notice

Alanon meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa - Old Co-op Store. Tuesdays at 7 pm. Call 204-841-2192

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa, Thursdays at 7 pm. Call Don 204-856-9072 or Debbi 204352-4065

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Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call 204-368-2202

Minnedosa Handivan 204868-8164 Mon-Fri 9:00-3:30

For Sale or Rent

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

For Sale

Small square wheat straw bales. $4 per bale. Minnedosa area. 204-867-2203.

Oak trees suitable for stove wood. Call 204-841-0843

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Apartment for rent. Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-8414419

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Minnedosa Legion Gardens invites tenders for cleaning common areas and hallways in their senior housing

building. Deadline to submit tenders is Thursday, October 31, 2024.For information, please contact: Norma @ (204) 867-0305

Coming Events

Plumas United Church Fall Supper

Sunday, October 20

4:30 - 6:30

Adults $20 • 6-10 years of age: $10 5 & under free

Death Notice

Dargie Bennet

Dargie Bennet, formerly of Neepawa passed away Oct. 8, 2024 in Windsor, ON at the age of 81. He is the son of Scotty and Marjorie (Dahl) Bennet and the brother of David Bennet (Myra) of Neepawa. He is survived by his wife of 55 years Diana (Browning), his children Trevor, Deborah and Geoffrey and 7 Grandchildren. Obituary and Funeral particulars are available at windsorchapel.com

Obituary

William (Bill) Zettler

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Bill passed away peacefully at his home in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba on October 6, 2024. Grateful to have shared in his life and remembering him always are Florence, his loving wife of 55 years, his 4 daughters, 5 sons and 16 grandchildren: Mary (Flynn) McGunigal and children Margaret and Josephine; Marjorie Zettler (Joel Lim) and children Joseph and Sophia; Mike Zettler; Marcel (Nanette) Zettler and children Sam and Sylvie; Nancy Zettler (Brent Metcalfe) and children Andrew and Emily; Vince (Sharon) Zettler and children Celina and Harrison; Peter (Rebecca) Zettler and children Kylie and Monty; Katie (Tom) Kemmerer and children Chloe and Amelia; Daniel (Leanne) Zettler and children Henry and Clark. Also left to mourn Bill are his sister Helen Reitzel, brother John Zettler, sister-in-law Jeanne Phillippi, extended family and many friends. Bill was predeceased by his parents Reuben and Margaret (Ruth) Zettler and his parents-in-law Louis and Mary (Fischer) Phillippi.

Bill was born in Walkerton, Ontario on October 1, 1946 and grew up on the family farm at Holyrood, Bruce County, Ontario. He attended Westford one room school and Lucknow District High School, graduating Grade 12 at the age of 15. At 17, he began working at CIBC in Walkerton, with later postings to branches in Milverton, Wellesley and Peterborough. He made the decision to leave his career in banking after being shot at during a bank robbery in Peterborough in 1967. He then became a commercial underwriter for Co-operators Insurance in Guelph, working there for several years.

On August 30, 1969, he married Florence (Phillippi), a teacher at Sacred Heart Senior School in Walkerton. They moved to the farm that Bill had purchased at age 19 at Riversdale, Ontario and farmed there until August 1977 when they purchased their current property at Portage la Prairie, Manitoba where they still farm today. While farming, Bill also worked as an income tax consultant for Farm Business Consultants and National Farmers Union for 43 years. He looked forward to seeing the same members year after year and considered it a privilege to work for them preparing their income tax returns and getting to know them and their families. In 1985, Bill started a used farm equipment business, still operating to present.

Bill treasured his family, his faith and his friends. He valued his wife as a stay at home mom and worked very

hard to make that possible and provide for his family. He was immensely proud of his children, their commitment to education and their many achievements. He passed down many traits and life lessons to his children, not the least of which were a great sense of humor and incredible work ethic. In later years, he took great pride and enjoyment in the activities and successes of his grandchildren. He was a devoted and active member of St. Ann’s Church in Riversdale and Good Shepherd Parish in Portage la Prairie and was also a member of the Knights of Columbus for over 50 years. Bill had a great love of music and began playing piano at a very early age to accompany his dad who played fiddle at house parties. He cherished the friendships made and good times had in playing keyboard with various country bands for more than 60 years. He instilled an appreciation of music in his children, filling the house with music and instruments of all kinds. There were many special times had playing music with his own children over the years, and he loved watching his grandchildren also develop an interest in music. Despite his always busy schedule, Bill dedicated time to serving on many boards and committees over the years – Portage Credit Union, Manitoba Pool Elevators, Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute, Manitoba Farm Mediation Board, Farm Debt Mediation Appeal Board, Farm Land Ownership Board and Good Shepherd Catholic Church Finance Committee.

If friends so desire, donations can be made to the Portage la Prairie Soup Kitchen or Prairie Welcome House. In honor of Bill’s own commitment to donating to Canadian Blood Services (reaching 124 donations in 2023) please also consider a blood donation. There is nothing that Bill enjoyed more than telling stories and sharing a laugh with a loved one with some good music and good food, so its our wish that you take the time to do the same with your own loved ones any time you have the chance.

Special thanks to Dr. David Kinnear, palliative care and home care staff and to the ALS Society for their care and support. The family is also very grateful for the many friends who visited Bill.

Bill leaves behind a legacy of family, faith and hard work. We will miss his humor, love and support and hold his memory forever in our hearts.

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Obituary

James (Jim) Robert Younger

After many years of coping with health issues through my tears I want to share that my darling husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend James (Jim) Robert Younger, passed away peacefully in his home with Donna by his side.

Mourning his passing his wife of 58 years Donna, daughter Darla, son Darren (Charmaine), Grandchildren Steven, Christy, and Cole (Camrynn), great granddaughter Juliette, sister Betty (John), sister-in-law Maureen, brother-in-law Glen (Pam), Dennis (Barb) as well as many numerous niece and nephews he adored.

Held in the Plumas Community Hall H

Visitation will be held the evening of Monday October 14, 2024 at 7:00 pm at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday October 15, 2024 at 10:00 am at Good Shepherd Catholic Church. The service will be live streamed, please visit afh.ca.

Adam’s Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements. Phone 204-248-2201. To view the service details and leave condolences, please visit www.afh.ca

Jim is predeceased by his parents Milton and Evelyn Younger, Donna’s parents Byron W. and Edith Foster, his nephew Tim Gross and his brother-in-law Ervin Schwartz.

Jim was born in Gladstone Hospital on June 10, 1942 – a baby brother for Betty Joan. Raised on the farm by Milt and Evelyn Younger Jim took pride as he grew up in the fact he was helping on the family homestead dating back to 1870 – Maple Grove on the Whitemud.

He attended Gladstone School then on to the University of Manitoba to receive his Agriculture Diploma. He met Donna at the Gladstone Curlng Club while he was attending university, and she was in nurses training. And the rest is history! They married October 22, 1966, and spent many years farming, nursing and raising their beautiful children Darla and Darren.

To quote Jimmy Stewart “It was a wonderful and busy life”

The old house burst with celebrations many from birthdays, special holidays, ball parties, curling parties’ hockey parties and no reason parties. So many wonderful friends but through the thick and thin there was always our beautiful families. We even had Donna’s uncle Gordon’s wedding by the river and Jim carefully mowed a lower area of grass for the wedding aisle. A Foster Family celebration reunion was held also with about 50 cousins, aunts and uncles.

Jim took such pride in all his accomplishments. From farming to Curling to Camping.

Our Gladstone Curling Club was very important to Jim. He was on the executive for many years. He was vice president when the old rink burned down and president when the club put the crops in at the community pastures to help build the new rink. Jim was a member of the Manitoba Curling Association executive for 14 years and president of the MCA 1990 - 1991 season when the World Curling Championships were in Winnipeg.

At the age of 54, the Big C came as a shocking diagnosis, but Jim faced lung surgery bravely. In 1999 it reared its ugly head again and Jim fought again. Although he still enjoyed being with family and close friends’ cancer has a way of playing you. Over the past 3 years he had a fractured hip, curlers knees, and congestive heart failure.

He got his last wish, which was to die at home beside his wife.

Jim, you were a kind, strong, quiet, long lean never mean man. Loved and respected by all who knew you.

Love you always and forever and two days, your beloved family

A Celebration of Jim’s Life was held on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at the Gladstone Golf Course.

Clarke’s Funeral Home Gladstone/MacGregor in care of arrangements.

Rev. Herb Cassells

Rev. Herb Cassells, beloved husband of the late Jean Cassells, entered into rest Friday, September 20, 2024, at the age of 93 in Neepawa, Manitoba.

He was born January 30th, 1931, in Calgary, Alberta, to Samuel and Esther Cassells, who both predeceased him. Raised and schooled in the Vancouver area, Herb developed a passion for woodworking, which he actively pursued into his 80s. As a young man, he pursued university studies, primarily in the States, where he earned degrees in Theology and History.

He married Tommye Jean Wade in 1956 and, with her support, went on to serve as pastor of several churches within the Baptist Union of Western Canada. He played a pivotal role in new construction or renovation of most of the churches he pastored. He was also active in camp ministry and church administration, serving on several denominational boards and in 1991 as President of the BUWC.

During his transition to retirement, and with the help of members of the Neepawa congregation, Herb built the only house he ever owned. Upon retirement, he was named Pastor Emeritus of Neepawa First Baptist Church and continued to assist in services, as well as assisting with the construction of a new church building. Herb is lovingly remembered by his Sisters: Dorothy Wiebe and Esther Anderson; Brother: David Cassells; Children: Bryan (Margaret), Rosemary (Gerald), John (Claudia), and Sharon; Grandchildren: Janelle (Tim), Mitchell (Tess), Lance (Madison), Chelsea (Rainer), Spencer (Kayla), Bryce (Charity), Samuel, Elise, Matthew; and Great-Grandchildren: Bent, Alec, Teal, Yehoshua, Adelaide, Asher; Several Nephews, Nieces and dear friends. Burial and memorial services were held on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024, in Neepawa. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the donor's charity of choice. The family wishes to thank Dr. Wareham, the staff of both the Neepawa Health Care Centre and Country Meadows Personal Care Home for Herb's care and treatment in recent years.

HEATHER ANN JARDINE (BURNS) BORN: September 19, 1957. DATE OF PASSING: October 5, 2024. Heather Burns (Jardine) 19572024. It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Heather on Saturday, October 5th, 2024. She will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, Grant; Daughters Cherill (Jeff) Boles, Holly (Chris) Pearson, Son Joel (Amber) Jardine and her grandchildren Layton, Callie, Kirk, Miriah, Shelby, Jade, and Lillias. Also mourning her passing are her sisters Valerie (Doug) Horst, niece Mary, and Cindy (Mark) Tesar, nephew Joey, as well as her brother Robert (Mary Lou) Burns. Heather will also be missed by her dear friends, Hazel and Dennis Nevin, the pair who introduced Heather and Grant to each other, and by many extended family members.

Heather was predeceased by her mother, Mary Klassen (Burns) and her father Robert Burns, her motherin-law Joyce Jolliffe (Jardine), her father-in-law Ron Jardine and partner Myrla Duncan, sister-in-law Lenore Blakesley (Jardine), and brother-in-law Doug Horst. Heather was born September 19, 1957, in Winnipeg. Heather grew up in the community of Altona and graduated from Tech-Voc in Winnipeg.

Heather loved life on the farm and looked forward to planting a large garden usually around May Long Weekend each year. You could often see her bustling around the farm and on her ride-on lawn mower. Heather had quite the green thumb and flowers and plants brought a great joy into her life – among her favorites were hydrangeas, roses, and her incredible tomato plants.

Heather also held various positions throughout her life including legal secretary for the editor of the Brandon Sun, McCain Foods Canada, at her kid’s high school, Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute, (where her kids were often complimented for their mom’s soft and pleasant voice), and with Canada Post.

A family service and celebration of Heather’s life will be held at a later date.

White’s Funeral Home ~ Neepawa in care of arrangements (204) 476-2848. www.whitesfh.ca.

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Term: 14-month term, full-time, with opportunity to extend Salary Range: $60-80,000/annually, based on education and experience. Application Deadline: October 25, 2024

About Us

Assiniboine West Watershed District is dedicated to promoting sustainable practices and effective management of natural resources. We assist watershed stakeholders in identifying and implementing solutions that protect and enhance natural resources for generations. Our goal is to help landowners protect and enhance our environment while supporting local communities and economies. We are currently seeking a passionate and organized Natural Resource Program Coordinator to join our team and help us grow.

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Program Coordinator to As the Natural Resource Program Coordinator, you will play a vital role in the planning, implementation, and management of programs focused on natural resource conservation and sustainability. You will collaborate with stakeholders, gather research, and engage with the community to promote our initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee a natural resource program, aimed at collecting data, building capacity and delivering on the ground projects.

• Implement project plans, timelines, and budgets.

• Collaborate with governmental agencies, non-profits, and local communities to develop a long-term management strategy.

• Organize workshops, events, and outreach activities to educate and engage the community.

• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate program progress and outcomes to stakeholders.

• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and make recommendations for improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

• Proven experience in program coordination or project management, preferably in a related field.

• Strong understanding of natural resource conservation and agricultural principles and practices.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Highly motivated self-starter with ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ArcGIS online software.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Flexible work environment.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about natural resource management and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position to info@myawwd.ca by October 25th, 2024.

FOODS

Industrial Butcher (NOC 94141)

Why join our team?

HyLife is a global leader in food processing, with a vision to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we are currently expanding our team and have exciting career opportunities at 623 Main St. Neepawa, MB. We are actively seeking to fill 150 positions.

The current starting wage is $16.45/hour with incremental increases to $24.60/hour based on tenure as per our Collective Agreement

Quick Facts:

Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world

• Fully integrated facility –Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant

• 2500+ employees worldwide

• We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment

What we can offer you:

• Competitive Wage

• Vacation: 10 working days of paid vacation as per our collective bargaining agreement

• Comprehensive Benefits package – health coverage, dental plan, vision care, long-term disability, and pension plan

• Permanent full-time employment (74-80 hours per bi-weekly)

• PM Shift Premium

• Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression

Employee Referral program - $500! Free parking

• Company events

• And more!!!!

Your duties may include:

• Slaughter, eviscerate, and mark hogs for further processing;

• Debone edible parts and remove inedible organs for parts;

• Cut pork carcasses into primal cuts for further processing, cutting, or packaging for local, national, and international premium markets.

We are looking for people who are:

• Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role

• Capable of repetitive manual tasks and standing for long periods of time

• Open to working in colder/warmer environments

• Minimum of one (1) to seven (7) months experience in meat cutting or slaughter or completed a program in Industrial Meat cutting Completion of Secondary school or equivalent experience

• Able to effectively communicate in English

HyLife is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those who identify as a member of the following groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Older workers, Veterans, and Visible minorities.

Ways to apply: Online at http://hylife.com/careers/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. Fax to: 204.476.3791 | Email to: jobs@hylife.com | In Person at 623 Main ST. E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0

For inquiries contact: Phone: 204.476.3393

HyLife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.

Be a part of the HyLife experience

– your journey starts here!

We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted

NOTICES

FOODS

Industrial Plant Cleaner (NOC 65312)

Why join our team?

HyLife is a global leader in food processing, with a vision to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we are currently expanding our team and have exciting career opportunities at 623 Main St. Neepawa, MB. We are actively seeking to fill 10 positions.

The current starting wage is $22.20/hour with incremental increases to $23.55/hour based on tenure as per our Collective Agreement

Quick Facts:

Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world

• Fully integrated facility –Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant

• 2500+ employees worldwide

• We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment

What we can offer you:

• Competitive Wage

• Vacation: 10 working days of paid vacation as per our collective bargaining agreement

• Comprehensive Benefits package – health coverage, dental plan, vision care, long-term disability, and pension plan

• Permanent full-time employment (74-80 hours per bi-weekly)

• PM Shift

• Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression

Employee Referral program - $500!

Free parking

• Company events

• And more!!!!

Your duties may include:

• Cleaning and sanitizing butcher and slaughter production areas and everything in between to ensure top-quality food safety standards.

• Operating cleaning equipment like high-pressure hoses to clean production equipment.

• Using cleaning chemicals with respect and following Material Safety Data Sheets.

• Ensuring all Quality Assurance checks are performed.

• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area throughout the facility.

• Collaborating as a team to meet tight deadlines, ensuring production floors operate on time.

We are looking for people who are:

• Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role. Capable of bending, lifting, and climbing.

• Available to work an 8-hour Night Shift from MondayFriday, between 11:15 PM to 9:00 AM Capable of repetitive manual tasks and standing for long periods of time

• Capable of working in diverse environments, including exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and odors

• Minimum of one (1) to seven (7) months experience in sanitation, or industrial cleaning, or heavy-duty cleaning

• Completion of Secondary school or equivalent experience

• Able to effectively communicate in English

• At least 18 years old to meet the minimum age requirement

HyLife is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those who identify as a member of the following groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Older workers, Veterans, and Visible minorities.

Ways to apply: Online at http://hylife.com/careers/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. Fax to: 204.476.3791 | Email to: jobs@hylife.com | In Person at 623 Main ST. E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0

For inquiries

An

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SELLING A HOUSE OR BUSINESS? NEED STAFF?

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.

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with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.

Be a part of the HyLife experience – your journey starts here! We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted

Help Wanted

Seven Regions Palliative Care Committee is currently hiring a Palliative Care Volunteer Coordinator

This is a part time paid position of a minimum of 50 hours per year (as high as 100 hours), the number of hours varies each month.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Combination of experience and education in Palliative Care

Previous experience in volunteer management

• Working with community resources

• Communicates effectively both verbally and in written form

• Self-motivated and able to work independently

• Leadership and management abilities/experience is an asset

• Willingness to work as a team member

• Maintains confidentiality

• Assists with fundraising

If interest please reply to: Eva Berman-Wong Box 348, GLADSTONE, Manitoba R0J 0T0

CLOSING DATE for receiving applications is: October 25, 2024

Classified ad deadline

Tuesday noon

Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines.

Rolling River School Division

invites applications for CLEANERS

MUNICIPALITY OF STE. ROSE

REQUIRES

PUBLIC

WORKS PERSONNEL

Detailed resumes will be accepted until 12:00 Noon on October 23, 2024.

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, Manitoba R0L 1S0

Telephone No: 204 447-2229

Fax No.: 204 447-2875

E-Mail: sterose@sterose.ca

Rolling River School Division

invites applications for School Secretary

Tanners Crossing Minnedosa, MB

To provide reception, financial and administrative support to the school.

Permanent

5 hrs/day

Monday - Friday 10 Months - September to June (School year)

For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca select Employment then Support Staff Positions link

Provide custodial services to ensure effective physical operation and a positive physical environment through cleanliness of assigned School Division building.

Permanent - 12 months per year Monday to Friday

School Hours per Day

Elton Collegiate, Forrest, MB 7 hours per day • 2:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Tanners Crossing Elementary, Minnedosa, MB 8 hours per day • 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Erickson Elementary, Erickson, NB 4 hours per day • 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Rate of Pay as per CUPE Collective Agreement (currently $18.52 per hour)

Benefits package

For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca, select Employment link, then Support Positions link.

We are hiring!

We have a new opportunity to highlight:

Service Worker

Competition #44-24/25 Brandon, Manitoba

Salary: $20.70 to $24.30 hourly

As a Service Worker in our Facilities team, you will play a key role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and functionality of our campus. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will ensure that the environment is well-maintained and conducive to learning.

For more information, please visit our careers website at www. assiniboine.net/careers.

Assiniboine welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada, including Indigenous peoples, persons of all abilities, members of visible minorities, all genders and sexual orientations, and all other groups protected by the Human Rights Code.

Assiniboine’s campuses are located on the traditional territories of Treaty No. 1 and Treaty No. 2, and the shared traditional lands of Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, Dene and Anishinabek/Ojibwe peoples, and the homeland of the Red River Métis Nation.

For accommodations or alternative formats, contact careers@assiniboine.net or 204 725 8729.

If you are interested in this career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter with reference to Competition #44-24/25 to: careers@assiniboine.net

We thank you for your interest. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES MUNICIPALITY OF MCCREARY

Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 12th day of November, 2024, at the hour of 02:00 PM, at Municipality of McCreary, 432 First Avenue, McCreary, MB, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties: Roll Number

The tax sale is subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property:

• The purchaser of the property will be responsible for any unpaid municipal utilities and any property taxes not yet due.

• The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and costs.

• If the purchaser intends to bid by proxy, a letter of authorization form must be presented prior to the start of the auction.

• The Municipality makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold.

• The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or bank draft to the MUNICIPALITY OF MCCREARY as follows:

i) The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR

ii) If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within 20 days of the sale; AND

iii) A fee in the amount $500.85 ($477 + GST) for preparation of the transfer of title documents. The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title documents in the land titles office, including the registration costs.

• The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction.

• The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.

• If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.

Dated this 25th day of September, 2024.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES TOWN OF NEEPAWA

Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the

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and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 6th day of November, 2024, at the

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Neepawa Council Chambers, 275 Hamilton Street, Neepawa, MB, proceed to sell by public

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• The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of

• If the purchaser intends to bid by proxy, a letter of authorization form must be presented prior to the start of the auction.

• The Municipality makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold.

• The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or bank draft to the TOWN OF NEEPAWA as follows:

i) The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR

ii) If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within 20 days of the sale; AND

iii) A fee in the amount $500.85 ($477 + GST) for preparation of the transfer of title documents. The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title documents in the land titles office, including the registration costs.

The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction.

The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.

If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.

Dated this 18th day of September, 2024.

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Public Notice is hereby given that the 2025 Assessment Roll for the Town of Neepawa will be delivered to the Municipal Office, 275 Hamilton St., Neepawa, MB, on or before October 18, 2024 and will be open for public inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be made in accordance with Sections 42 and 43 of the Assessment Act.

APPLICATION FOR REVISION SECTION 42(1) Any person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgagee in possession of property under Section 114 (1) of the Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to:

a.liability to taxation;

b. amount of an assessed value;

c.classification of property; or

d. refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under Section 13(2)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS SECTION 43(1)

An application for revision must:

a.be made in writing;

b. set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which the revision is sought;

c.state the grounds on which the application is based; and

d. be filed by:

• delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2) or;

• serving it upon the CAO, at le ast 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board, as indicated in the public notice.

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Prior to filing a complaint against the liability to taxation, the amount of th e assessed value, or the classification of property, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Provincial Municipal Assessment Branch: Minnedosa, (204) 867-4760. Appeal forms can be found at neepawa.ca under Residents, Property Tax or 275 Hamilton St.

DatedatTheTown ofNeepawa,this 11th dayof October,2024

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A trailer load of pumpkins!

PHOTO BY CASPER WEHRHAHN

Whether it’s for pumpkin pie or jacko-lanterns, October is pumpkin season! A whole trailer load of pumpkins was made available at Kulbacki Ag Supply in Neepawa earlier this month, with the colourful gourds able to be purchased/ picked up during its regular business hours. On some days, young entrepreneurs Lilli and Olli Ponscak can be seen tending to the pumpkin stand.

Pictured: Olli and Lilli smile for the camera in front of the pumpkinfilled trailer at Kulbacki Ag Supply on the evening of Oct. 15.

NACI Tigers compete at MHSAA Soccer Provincials in Minnedosa

The boys and girls soccer teams (pictured above) for Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute travelled to Minnedosa on Oct. 11 and 12, to compete in the MHSAA Provincials.The boys squad opened up the tournament with a 2-0 loss to Niverville. This result put NACI into the Consolation bracket, where they would next challenge R.D. Parker Collegiate, based out of Thompson. In this game, Neepawa would prevail with a 1-0 result and advance to the Consolation Final against Morweena Christian School of Arborg in this final showdown, NACI once against came out on top, with a 1-0 win, which earned them the Consolation crown. As well, congratulations to Neepawa’s Trent Tomoniko for being named to the Provincial All-Star team. As for the Boys’ Championship, Morden Collegiate defeated Garden Valley 2-1.

Meanwhile, the NACI Varsity Girls Tigers fought in two extremely close games, but fell 3-2 to Garden Valley (Winnipeg) and 1-0 Oscar Lathlin (Opaskwayak). The W.C. Miller Aces, who are based out of Altona, won the Girls’ Provincial Championship, while Minnedosa/Erickson would earn the Consolation title. Congratulations to all the players, coaches and supporters, who made the weekend and season a success.

The Neepawa Tigers hosted the Dauphin Clippers on Sunday, Oct. 13. The Tigers put in their best effort, but couldn’t overcome the talent on the Dauphin roster, falling 49-0.

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