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By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press
Fun, fresh bannock, live music and more made the Minnedosa & District Museum and Heritage Village the place to be on Aug. 18. The 2024 edition of the Museum’s Heritage Day event was held that Sunday. The festivities for this year were put on in collaboration with the local Red River Métis, Les Métis, and was well attended by adults and youth who took in the plethora of activities the day had to offer.
“We had an excellent turnout this year, around 380 people– over double from last year . The museum is pleased to partner with the Red River Métis and provide space for both the plaque and flag year round. We hope to continue our collaboration over the coming years,” said Museum board representative Murray Haywood. “We were also very happy to see many young families out enjoying the festivities.”
The sights and activities for the day included a blacksmithing demonstration/exhibit, wool carding demonstrations, a display of furs and the Manitoba Muzzle Loaders.
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Investigation into multiple homicide near McCreary continues
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
As of Tuesday, Aug. 20, no additional details have been shared with the public related to a tragic multiple homicide near the Town of McCreary on Friday, Aug. 16. RCMP have not yet commented on a suspected motive behind the incident, which left four people dead, including one by suicide. As well, the names of the deceased have not been released to the public by officials.
The
tragic timeline
The entire shocking situation started at 10:10 a.m. on Friday when Ste. Rose du Lac RCMP received a call related to a body found on Road 84 West in the R.M. of McCreary. When officers arrived, they located a 41-year-old man dead from a self-inflicted injury.
While police were still on that scene, they received a second call, asking for a well-being check on a 37-year-old woman. Officers went to her residence, but she was not located there.
Police then travelled to another nearby home in search of the female and upon arrival, found three people dead. The deceased were a 66-year-old female, a 65-year-old male, and a 35-year-old male.
Additional police resources were deployed to the area and at around 1:00 p.m. the missing female was found safe, but taken to hospital as a precaution.
A response of sadness/support
The response to the incident has been one of shock across the Province. During a press conference earlier this week, Premier
Wab Kinew said “The terrible tragedy in McCreary is something that, I think, affects all of us as Manitobans. It’s a terrible situation that we never expect to see in a province like ours.”
That same sense of shock and sadness was shared by Municipality of McCreary Reeve Richard Sonnenberg in an interview with CBC News over the weekend.
“You hear about it and you expect it not to happen in your community, but here we are, it’s happened,” Sonnenberg told the CBC.
“It’s devastating for the whole community and for all the people involved.”
RCMP update Wednesday, Aug. 21
Manitoba RCMP provided new details on the timeline of events that occurred in connection to the incident near McCreary.
Investigators with RCMP Major Crime Services now believe that on Aug. 16, at 1:20 a.m., Marlon Glover, a 41-year-old male, forcibly entered the residence of the 37-year-old female.
This forcible entry was targeted as the male and female were known to each other through a previous relationship.
She was able to escape and hide in a wooded area.
The 41-year-old male left the residence and went to a nearby home. He then killed the 66-yearold female, 65-year-old male and 35-year-old male. These were the parents and brother of the female.
He left the residence in his vehicle, stopped on the side of the road 84 West, and died from a self-inflicted gun shot wound.
The family has requested privacy at this time.
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Making a ‘line change’ at the Yellowhead Centre
Leaky cooling pipe under arena concrete repaired
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
It ended up being a best case scenario in a recent bad situation for the Yellowhead Centre in Neepawa. On Monday, Aug. 19, maintenance staff with the Yellowhead, along with a technician out from Winnipeg were able to repair a pipeline leak underneath the arena’s concrete floor. The leak had caused the delay of the installation of ice inside the 52-year-old volunteer operated community facility.
The timeline from problem to solution
The issue was discovered last week, when the ice making process inside the arena first began. Very early in that action, a problem was found and work was immediately halted. The search began to diagnose exactly what was the cause and it was discovered that, one of the pipes under the arena surface was leaking brine.
Brine water is a calciumchloride solution that freezes at a lower temperature than water and therefore remains a liquid as it flows through pipes. It is still cold enough, however, to freeze water that’s poured on the surface above those pipes. Most hockey arenas use brine when installing their ice.
The next step for the Yellowhead Centre was to contact CIMCO Refrigeration, who are based out of Winnipeg, to examine the system. Both parties looked at all the pipes under the concrete to ensure that it was, in fact, just the one line that was creating the problem. Fortunately, for
the Yellowhead, it was just the one.
Another fortunate circumstance for the arena was that the problem could be solved with just a small portion of the concrete needing to be jackhammered away, to allow access to the pipe. If the leak had been further down the pipeline, a massive section of the arena floor could have potentially needed to be destroyed, further delaying arena usage. Fortunately, though, the leak was fixed by late Monday afternoon and new concrete was poured and levelled.
Ice installation
Once the concrete cures, the Yellowhead Centre can once again proceed with plans to install the ice. Yellowhead Centre Maintenance Manager Tom Lisoway explained to the Banner & Press that process should be underway by the weekend.
As for a timeline for when
the installation could be completed, he also noted that will depend on several factors, including the expected hot temperatures that could be in store for Neepawa and area over the next few days. Daytime
highs for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are expected to be almost 30° celsius. For an older facility, such as the Yellowhead Centre, those factors can have an impact on the ice making process.
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A small portion of the Yellowhead Centre’s concrete floor was removed to allow for access to a leaking pipeline.
PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX
The repaired section of the Yellowhead Centre, as of Tuesday, Aug. 20.
1974: New Co-op building ready to open in Npa.
By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press
125 years ago, Wednesday, August 19, 1899
A few individuals of Brandon, at considerable risk to themselves, have decided to bring Dan Godfrey’s famous military band once more to Brandon. The date has been fixed for Sept. 11. This will be the only performance given in western Manitoba and the last opportunity of hearing the celebrated band in this province, and it is certainly in the interest of musical culture in general to support an enterprise of this sort.
Note: Dan (Daniel) Godfrey was the eldest son of Charles Godfrey, who was bandmaster of the Coldstream Guard. Much like his father, Dan and many other family members became well renowned for their military bands either as bandmasters or conductors. Dan himself became bandmaster of the Grenadier Guards. The Grenadier Guards are likely the band being spoken of in the above entry.
While Canada did have the Canadian Grenadier Guards Band, it wasn’t founded until much later, on Apr. 26, 1913.
100 years ago, Tuesday, August 19, 1924
A total eclipse of the Moon was a feature of the reception to Sir Henry Thornton yesterday that occasioned no end of amusement to spectators of the start of the automobile procession.
Mayor Hall wishes to express appreciation of the kindness of so many citizens in loaning their motor cars for the conveyance of Sir Henry
Thornton and part on an observation tour of the town and vicinity.
75 years ago, Thursday, August 25, 1949
The pace-setting Murray’s Garage Club strengthened their lead in the Neepawa Commerce Men’s Softball League when they trounced the Co-op Store aggregation last Thursday night at the Town Playground.
Lt. Col. H. D. W. Wethey, Royal Canadian Signals, has been appointed to command the Northwest Territories and Yukon radio system, with headquarters at Edmonton, Army headquarters announced recently. A native of Winnipeg, Lt. Cl. Wethey was educated in the Neepawa Collegiate and later graduated from University of Manitoba as an electrical engineer. He has been a permanent force officer since that time.
Lt. Col. Wethey is the only son of Mrs. and the late H. L. Wethey will be remembered as a former manager of the Bank of
Commerce branch here.
50 years ago, Thursday, August 22, 1974
Co-op has meant many things to the many people through the years, a fuel supply, a source of farm equipment, or a building contractor. When, on Aug. 29, the Neepawa-Gladstone Coop opens their new store in Neepawa, it will mean even more things.
The three-quarter of a million dollar two-storey shopping complex is a fully air-conditioned building which has 23,500 square feet of shopping space with room for an addition of 5,500 square feet. This is a far cry from the one-room building that the Co-op got started in 1929. That building cost them four hundred dollars.
20 years ago, Monday, August 23, 2004
The weekend of Aug. 14, 2004, Brookdale United Church celebrated 100 years.
The church was
started in 1903 by a small Methodist congregation and dedicated on Aug. 7 in 1904…
In 1925, at the time of church union, it became Brookdale United Church.
Disclaimer: The information gathered and used each week in the Looking Back feature is dir-
ectly 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.
I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Psalm 16:8 (New International Version)
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With flags and signs in place, this new Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op building was all set and ready to open in Neepawa in 1974. The opening was shceduled for Aug. 29 of that year, with this photograph being used for a preview story. NEEPAWA
Perspectives
Tundra
By Chad Carpenter
Staying on top of things
Keeping everything repaired and up-to-date is a challenge for every town, village and municipality. Mosts towns and villages have really bad roads. There are places in many towns where some of the paved roads are so cracked and pitted, they might as well be gravel.
If people don’t understand the concept and consequences of upkeep, they need only drive down a road and observe the condition of buildings. We have all seen large barns and houses shrink away due to neglect. First the roof leaks, then the rafters and roof decking start to sag, then the walls start to lean and while it may take many years, the house falls down. If only that first missing shingle had been replaced, disaster might have been avoided.
In contrast, if the first leak was fixed, the long road to decay might have been avoided. The roof might have been saved and the building preserved.
The analogy above is based on barns and houses but the management theory applies to roads, bridges, water and sewer lines and halls and arenas in every community. The following is but one example of many found across our readership area of the Neepawa Banner & Press, the Rivers Banner and the Virden Empire Advance.This past week, the arena at Neepawa, the Yellowhead Centre, had a major wakeup call. Here’s some background. The YHC was built in 1971-72. The hall was the warehouse for the former salt well and that part was built in the 1940s. The arena lobby was made in part from the salt well factory and the arena was a new steel structure in 1972. Under the arena floor are planks salvaged from the old CPR train station freight platform embedded into packed sand. The ice plant pipes are set on little tees on the planks and it’s all covered with
Ken Waddell Right in the Centre
“ For want of a nail, the shoe was lost; For want of the shoe, the horse was lost; For want of the horse, the rider was lost; For want of the rider, the battle was lost; For want of the battle, the kingdom was lost; And all from the want of a horseshoe nail.
concrete. Now after over 50 years, a pipe has sprung a leak and detecting and finding the leak and repairing it is delaying ice making for three weeks or so. It’s a very unfortunate situation.
One problem is that proper checking of the ice plant and the pipes was not always done in a timely fashion over the years. The pipes are only the beginning, as many other aspects of the hall and arena have not been properly attended to as well. The caretakers over the years have done a great job of keeping the old place running but they can only do so much.
The bigger problem with the Yellowhead is there are no reserve funds to pay for upkeep and long term repair. The YHC is owned by the Neepawa Centennial Project Committee and not owned by the Town of Neepawa. The Town doesn’t have a reserve fund for the arena although it has been suggested many times but always put off by successive councils.
Now at over 50 years of age, the YHC, while in quite useable shape,
”has been at a crossroads for a decade or more. Does the community of Neepawa plan for a new facility. Certainly Rivers and Virden can be very proud of their relatively new arenas and community complexes. In contrast to Neepawa I believe Virden and Rivers facilities are town owned compared to Neepawa’s community committee ownership.
Neepawa has a problem and this latest incident is but one more warning shot that a plan had better be put in place soon before another mini-disaster strikes. All communities are full of competing needs, competing interests and, unfortunately, competing egos. What is needed is for the good of all our communities to be put in front of the parade and the other stuff set aside. It’s a tough job but anyone who steps up will have the full support of this community newspaper.
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 newspaper staff.
Random rambling…
Iam in the process of going through boxes and files. I have kept far too many copies of old columns, from the very beginning– first edition July 27, 1992- when I hand wrote my copy. Then I typed it and then I wrote and submitted it on my computer. Some columns were clipped and pasted in books, other compiled by the year in folders, and then I simply stopped keeping track of what I had submitted! My family has asked that I not throw the hoard away, so up in the attic they go!
Here’s one from 6/6/94
[ “Mommy what ‘s after the war?” My wide eyed child posed this question when only four. I tried to explain that after the war comes peace and a time of rebuilding homes and lives. Not an answer that satisfied, the question was repeated. So I tried to discern what prompted the question so I could formulate a convincing answer. We discussed war zones, front lines, and devastated aftermaths. Still the questions “But Mommy, what’s after the war?”
This child, from very early years shared the grandfather’s interest in the world wars; watching documentaries, movies and purchasing history books as birthday and Christmas gifts. I’m not sure if the question was no longer posed to me because I could not answer the underlying quest, or if, as time progressed, the child, now adolescent, formulated adequate conclusions unaided.
The reply I would now formulate to that query, in all likelihood still would not convince my questioner that I knew of what I spoke. But with years of listening, reading and contemplating I believe that the one all encompassing answer to “Mommy, what’s after the war?” is – memories. For those who have experienced war and are willing to talk about it, it is as if the events occurred just yesterday and today, so vivid are the memories. For those who don’t’ wish to discuss any aspect of war or their involvement in it, it is for the very same reason.
The peace came with a price.]
I think I did okay with that bit of writing. (Note the columns were much shorter than they are now!)
My original thought for this week is from this week’s real life. I am fighting with slugs in the garden, and I don’t like it. At all. I don’t like the looks of the creatures, I don’t like what they do to my garden and I don’t like getting rid of them. Sharing this with a grandchild, they reminded me of an early life lesson taught to them. An adult, witnessing the grandchild, years ago, stepping on ant hills, reminded them to be careful, because ants, if hurt, don’t have doctors. Isn’t that a wonderful way to consider our actions with, and toward, other inhabitants of this earth?
The child wasn’t scolded, or embarrassed or belittled, just asked to consider the effects of their actions. So, now to find a humane way to rid the garden of the slimy slugs that are inhabiting the place I use to grow my food….Not quite ready to share my strawberries with them!
Two weeks to go
As I write these words, the signs of the coming season are all around us. Familiar vehicles have reappeared in local school parking lots; as teachers set up classrooms, review class lists, assign desks and lay out text books for students to pick up when classes begin.
By now, lists of recommended school supplies will have been emailed to parents who, along with their children, will be making their annual visit to department stores, stocking up on pens, binders, notebooks, clothing, shoes and other essentials.
In the School Division’s Maintenance Shop, mechanics are busy changing engine oil, replacing filters, lubricating joints and replacing worn out tires on their fleet of school busses. After a thorough cleaning, exterior wash and final inspection, they will be assigned to their routes and picked up by their drivers. Shortly after Labor Day, the busses will roll, town students will walk to school and teachers will be in their places ready to welcome
Neil Strohschein
them all as another school year begins.
From the moment I entered Grade 10, I was encouraged to pick a career and gather the information I’d need to decide which college or university to attend following High School graduation. I was not prepared to make such an important decision so early in life. But I was sure of this– I had no desire to become a public school teacher. Now don’t get me wrong. Teaching is an honourable profession. Teachers, in my view, are worth every penny of their salary and every week of their summer break. Theirs is far from an easy job. Teachers will accompany students as they transition from child to adolescent to young adult. The adult who walks across the stage to accept a High School diploma will be far
different from the child who entered Kindergarten 13 years earlier. And as they watch their students accept their diplomas, the faces of their teachers will be as radiant as those of their parents. Both can be justly proud of what their children and students have become.
As we all know, high quality public education costs money– lots of it– money that you and I pay each year in municipal and education taxes– taxes that I do not mind paying. I consider municipal taxes to be an investment in my quality of life and education taxes to be an investment in the future of our communities, our province and our country; all of which are, in my opinion, good investments to make.
But I am also aware of weaknesses in the system that cause some families to
choose to “home school” their children or send them to private, faith-based schools. Primary school (K-12) teachers know that there is a fine line between education and indoctrination and that they will always be tempted to use their position and influence to so shape a student’s thinking that it aligns with the teacher’s personal political, economic, social or cultural views. All teachers try very hard to resist this temptation. Most succeed very well. Today’s public schools are filled with students from many different cultures and countries of origin. Dedicated teachers can help students learn to see past the barriers that divide us, accept others as they are, tolerate different religious beliefs and learn how to work together to help build a better school, a better community and a better world for all to enjoy. I am a strong believer in public school education. It has served me and my family well. I pray that it will do the same for you and yours in the coming year.
BP Museum: Postcards in Canada
By Stacey Makyeyeva Beautiful Plains Museum
With easy access to technology and communication it is easy to take for granted the connectivity of the world. From the middle 1800’s to the early 1900’s Canadians enjoyed the rise of communication by post cards. At first, post cards could only have messages written on one side, with the other side reserved exclusively for addresses. Production of post cards was highly regulated, but with new laws there was more space for creativity. Over time, the production of post cards included drawings and pictures.
With the development of the Postal Service and the railways in Canada, postcards could be mailed and delivered across the country in 10 to 14 days. Mail services to countries overseas were established with fixed rates between countries that
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joined the General Postal Union. Mail to Manitoba made its way from Ontario, through major cities in the U.S. on the Great Lakes, and up through North Dakota. Postcards sent in large cities in Canada could arrive to their destination
Some samples of
on the same day, making them easy to use for appointments, news, and advertisements. The designs of the post cards came in a variety of tastes, from drawn pictures to photographs. Postcards from the prairies were not
Thumbs up, thumbs down
Thumbs up to Reverend Chris Authur !!
Christopher Arthur came to St. Agnes in 1999… to get to know his New Community…. he joined the fire department and volunteered as a paramedic!!
Acting as the spiritual leader of these two groups, Reverend Arthur looked after the mental and spiritual needs of the other first responders.
But who looks after Father Chris, Anglican Minister’s spiritual and emotional needs ??
Robert F. Smith Edrans, MB
Thumbs up to a well organized Minnedosa Fun Fest parade and events. Also, to a memorable Harvest Sun Music Festival.
John Drinkwater Neepawa, MB
Huge thumbs up to Meaghan Peters, Angie Weisgerber, Kellie Spencer, Jayden Hanke and Adrian Molvizar for their time and talent helping teach the Neepawa Drama camp. Thumbs up as well to Yvonne and the ArtsForward board for supporting the arts in our community and offering such a range of activities. We are so extremely fortunate to live in this community!!
Kate Jackman-Atkinson Neepawa, MB
Two thumbs up to Boo’s Body Shop in Carberry. From the early morning (CAA) tow, to the expertise & above and beyond service, Boo’s took all the stress out of our recent truck break down while camping in Spruce Woods. A ‘10’ out of ‘5’ in our books!! Your team is awesome!
Beth McNabb, Minnedosa, MB
Would you like to send a thumbs up or thumbs down to an individual or group in the community?
Please send it our way. Submissions must include a name and must be under 100 words. We want to hear from you! In person: 423 Mountain Ave. Neepawa By fax: 204-476-5073 By email: news@neepawabanner.com
produced in a high number but were precious to their recipients. Small towns could not support their own photographers, but some amateur photographers and painters made postcards for their areas. Overall, postcards were
easily accessible to the public. The cost to purchase one was one cent and to mail it was two cents, making them an easy way to update family
and friends. It was not a financial strain for the average person to send a postcard. Today, a few people mail postcards to their friends and family and overall, this practice is out of delivery.
The Beautiful Plains Museum has a couple folders filled with postcards from different places. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Stop by and look at many postcards on display!
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right:
postcards from Neepawa.
out of helen’s kitchen Helen Drysdale
Zuchini
Whether you’re growing zucchini in your garden or receiving “gifts” of them from friends there is no such thing as too much zucchini. Yes, you read that right, you just need more zucchini recipes to use them up! I am finding out there are so many ways to use up your larger-than-life garden bounty besides leaving them by your neighbor’s front door in the night. This easy-to-grow squash is the most versatile vegetable there is! It is low-calorie and low-carb and packed with good-for-you nutrients. Most of the vitamins and minerals are found in the zucchini skin so be sure to keep the skin on when possible. Zucchini is great to fry, sauté, and grill as well as being a great addition to stir fries, pastas, and salads. When it grows to a larger size it is great in chocolate zucchini cake, muffins, breads and more.
This delectable creamy cheese sauce zucchini casserole will quickly become one of your family favorites. I used basil when I tried this recipe but you could use Dash or your favourite herb.
1/4 cup butter or oil
1 large onion, sliced
Zucchini scallop
4 small zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick, about 8 cups
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. black pepper or less to taste
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 Tbsp. dried basil or 2 Tbsp. fresh basil
2 Tbsp. flour
1 1/2 cup milk (whole milk works well)
1 1/2 cups shredded Italian Blend Cheese or cheese of your choice
Preheat an oven to 375°F and spray a medium sized casserole dish with cooking spray. In a large frying pan melt the butter and add in the onion and cook for about five minutes. Add the zucchini slices and cook for 7-9 minutes more, stirring occasionally. Add the zucchini and onion to the casserole dish. In the same frying pan add the milk with the flour mixed in. Make sure the flour is well mixed into the milk. To the milk add the salt, pepper, garlic powder and basil. Bring the mixture to a simmer and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add 1 cup of the cheese and stir until completely melted. Gently stir into the zucchini. Top with the remaining shredded cheese. Bake for about 30 minutes or until bubbly and browned.
Zucchini, onions, bell peppers and tomatoes are abundant in the summer and they make this easy side dish.
Zucchini skillet medley
2 Tbsp. oil
1 medium onion, sliced
1 garlic clove, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
4 cups sliced small zucchini
2 tomatoes, cut in wedges
1 red pepper, sliced into strips
1 cup tomato sauce
2 tsp. prepared mustard
2 tsp. Dash
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Add the onion, garlic and celery. Sauté until tender. Add the zucchini, tomatoes and peppers. Sauté for several minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients and sauté for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. When apples aren’t quite at their peak and you’ve got a boatload of zucchini, what do you do? Make a zucchini crisp that tastes just like an apple crisp!
Zucchini “apple” crisp
1 large zucchini, 8 cups prepared
2/3 cup lemon juice
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 cup white sugar
1 Tbsp. Minute Tapioca
Topping:
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup flour
1 cup oatmeal
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup shredded coconut or chopped walnuts, if desired
Peel zucchini and remove seeds. Slice the zucchini the size you would apple slices. Combine the zucchini and lemon juice in a large pot. Cover and cook on medium stirring occasionally for 12-15 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar and tapioca. Pour in a 9X13 inch pan. Combine the brown sugar, flour, and oatmeal in a bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the nuts if desired. Spread the topping over the “apples” and bake in a preheated 350° F oven for 35-45 minutes. Enjoy with ice cream.
Beautiful Plains implementing plan for cell phone ban
School Division to abide by new regulations
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
Like almost every other School Division across the Province, Beautiful Plains has spent the last week making some on-the-fly adjustments for the upcoming school year in relation to student cell phones.
On Thursday Aug. 15, the Manitoba Government announced restrictions on phone usage by students. There will be a complete ban on cellphones for students in kindergarten to Grade 8 during school hours, including lunch and breaks.
As well, for students between Grades 9 and 12, cellphone use is banned during class time, though their use will be permitted during breaks and lunch.
Exemptions are to be made for medical or accessibility reasons, as well as for educational purposes in high schools when directed by teachers.
These changes will be in effect for the first day of classes, which for Beautiful Plains School Division (BPSD), begins on Wednesday, Sept. 4.
Superintendent and CEO Jason Young said he expects this decision will generate a variety of local reactions come the first day back to school.
“As the same is with almost any decision, [the restriction of cell phone usage] will generate mixed reviews,” stated Young.
“We have tried to provide access to technology for our students, when it is required without a great deal of cell phone use. There are still times and places where cell phone use in grades 9 to 12 may occur, but it will be lim-
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ited. It is always important to ensure that we do what we can as a school division to keep our students safe and focused on their learning when they are at school. There also remains an important role for our schools to play when it comes to appropriate and responsible use of technology.”
Ironing out the details
Young added that the School Division is in the process of revising its policy around personal electronic devices and cell phones to meet with the new provincial directive. Those changes will be shared with school principals prior to the start of the school year.
In terms of the collection of devices, Young explained that they’re still formulating their plan for phones to be gathered and safely stored on a day to day basis.
“We do not anticipate a huge need for massive storage devices at this point. We will work with our students and their families around acceptable practises and how we will handle devices.
There will be some initial work that will need to be done at the divisional, school and classroom levels, but as with any change, we will do our best to work with staff, students and families to implement this new directive and work through challenges along the way.”
Rolling River SD provides response Rolling River School Division Superintendent Jason Cline provided the following response to the Banner & Press related to the decision.
“In response to Minister Altomare’s directive last week, Rolling River School Division is updating our administrative procedures for staff and students to align with the direction provided by Manitoba Education and Early Learning related to the limitations on cell phone use in schools during school hours. RRSD will send out communications to staff and parents/students before the first day of school that reflect the direction provided by Manitoba Education.”
Métis flag and plaque a permenent addition
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Among the many activities on the docket that Sunday, however, was one special item in particular.
This was the dedication of the Metis flag and a plaque unveiling, new additions to the museum’s grounds. Ahead of the unveiling, a prayer was given in Michif and English and a speech from Roger Smith, president of Les Métis. Smith then unveiled the plaque, which highlights the history and meaning of the Métis flag, as the Muzzle Loaders fired blanks out over the nearby river to further mark the occasion.
Following the dedication proceedings, John Fleury, a minister for the Manitoba Métis Federation, shared his thoughts on the day so far with the Neepawa Banner & Press.
“It’s very good– as you can see the Métis community is well received here in Minnedosa. It’s quite different from back
in the 60s when we were growing up,” said Fleury.
“And I think it was a big step of reconciliation when the Town of Minnedosa approached the Métis community in town to participate in the Heritage Days. I find it’s just been wonderful support that we’re getting. It’s phenomenal.”
Fleury added, “And the good thing is that we’re entrenched in this community. Everybody says it takes a community to raise a child. Well, everybody knows who we are, but whether they knew we were Métis or not, that’s the question.”
area across multiple venues within the city.
“One of the most well attended was the Métis. The music, the speeches, we kept them short but still, we had a message and put that forward and even that was well received,” Fleury shared. “And of course our dance–we had people up there jigging and doing the square dance. When you hear that fiddle start to play and guitars going and people are starting to dance and their feet are going… that’s reconciliation at its best.”
Fleury highlighted the importance of its use in sharing an explanation of the Métis flag. He noted that people see the flag all the time, but many, especially visitors from other countries, wonder what it’s for and what it means.
“They don’t know what it is unless they researched it and then they say ‘ok, the Infinity Flag, the Métis use that, whether it be on their hunts or political events or organization’,” said Fleury. “So we thought, the best thing for us, is to put an explanation of the flag.”
Fleury added, “And again, you see the people out here that participated in that [dedication and unveiling]… Like I said, it’s so well received and it’s just a great acceptance from the community and nothing can take that away.”
Dedication well received Fleury also noted that
the Métis have had several years of involvement in the Lieutenant Governor’s Cultural Days– an event that is
now discontinued but once identified and featured cultures from the city of Brandon and surrounding
This sort of experience is one that was surely echoed at the Minnedosa & District Museum’s Heritage Day.
As for the plaque itself,
The Museum board extends thanks to all those who helped to make the day a success.
Fun and sun at 2024 Minnedosa Fun Fest
There was plenty to see and do in Minnedosa for the duration of the Minnedosa Fun Fest this past weekend. There was live music (top left) a kid’s bike ride (top middle), many parade entries and characters (above and top right), a car show and much more. The photo on the left shows a close up of some of the hood, grill and light detailing on one of the many car show entries.
PHOTO BY CASPER WEHRHAHN
Pictured left: Roger Smith, president of Les Métis, lifts away the covering from a brand new plaque. The plaque stands beside a Métis flag on the Minnedosa Museum’s grounds and explains its history and meaning.
PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX
PHOTO BY JOHN DRINKWATER
PHOTO BY DIANE WARNER
PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX
Ideas abound at Neepawa’s 2024 Children’s Business Fair
By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press
The Yellowhead Hall was full of homemade goods on Thursday, Aug. 15. A number of stalls were set up that day for ArtsForward’s Farmers Market, as well as a special selection of 17 youth businesses, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Those youth businesses were all a part of Neepawa Economic Development’s annual Children’s Business Fair.
Pictured left: One of the many young entrepreneurs that could be seen at the Children’s Business Fair in Neepawa on Aug. 15. Pictured right: At another youth business booth, some tasty treats are admired and served– yum!
“They all did a great job,” said Marilyn Crewe, economic development officer for Neepawa.
This year’s Children’s
For the fair, participating youth develop a business idea/plan and then sell their product/services at the fair. The businesses are reviewed by a panel of judges, with awards presented at the end of the evening. Additionally, funds made by the youth businesses are kept by the youth. This year, the kids made a grand total of $1,730.60 at the Children;s Business Fair.
Business Fair featured ideas such as custom woodworking, fresh baked goods, custom pinecone fire starters, and much much more!
Award recipients this year were:
•Enrico’s Custom Wood-
Squirrel Hills pavillion update
Valley Life Recreation released another public update last Friday regarding the progress made at the new trail head for the Squirrel Hills Trail Park. The central pavilion area is shaping up nicely, with the concrete pad now complete and the addition of a shelter for shade and seating. Work to put in a pathway from the parking lot up to the pavilion has also been progressing well. Per the announcement last Friday, a tin roof was yet to be added to the shelter but was planned to be implemented in the following days.
Above: A close-up of the concrete pad, shelter and new seating.
Below: A view showing a portion of the new pathway(s) to the pavillion.
working – Best booth presentation;
•Bennies Bannock & More
– Best customer service; and
•Firecones.ca – Most unique idea and highest sales.
Judges this year were
Ally Potrebka, Jodi Baker, Lisa Adams and Annette Waldner.
“The children work very hard to create and sell their items,” said Crewe. “I appreciate the community coming out to support the event.”
Thanks is extended to all those who helped to make the event a success, from sponsors to the Yellowhead and ArtsForward, and all those who participated and supported it.
Harvest Sun hoedown
There were plenty of musical acts to enjoy at the 2024 edition of the Harvest Sun Music Festival in Kelwood. The finale to the show was a great big ‘hoedown’ with several acts taking to the stage together.
Other entertainment included acts such as Al Simmons, Shotgun Jimmy, Annabella Proper, Deacon Creek, a mini folk dance workshop and much more.
PHOTOS BY EOIN DEVEREUX AND CASPER WEHRHAHN
PHOTOS BY JOHN DRINKWATER
Left: The headline act for the Harvest Sun Music Festival was The Wrigley Brothers.
Bottom left: Devin & Keri Latimer (Leaf Rapids).
Family fun at Neepawa’s Riverbend Park
Neepawa and Area Immigrant Settlement Services’s Settlement Workers In Schools program held its annual Family Fun Day at Riverbend Park on Aug. 20. The festivities kicked off at 10:00 a.m. with some speeches, a dance and musical performance, games and more going into the afternoon.
Above: The Neepwa-Gladstone Co-op was busy grilling onlocation hotdogs for the Fun Day lunch.
Top right: Smiles and laughs were shared as a game of ‘Journey to Bethlehem’, also known as Musical Chairs, was played.
Right: Face painting was a popular activity at the Fun Day. Seen here, a unicorn is painted with care and dedication.
Far right: With all the food ready, a pause was taken from the games and entertainment and the kids invited to be the first to take their pick from the available hot dogs, fresh fruit and more.
Quilts presented to Country Meadows residents
PHOTO BY JOHN DRINKWATER
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A set of quilted lap blankets was presented at Neepawa’s Country Meadows Personal Care Home residents on Aug. 14. Seen here, from left to right are: Jocelyn Scheper, Manager Health Services LTC; Diane Cottingham, resident; Tamika Baron, client care coordinator; Lynne English, resident; and Heather Cummings, quilter.
PHOTOS BY CASPER WEHRHAHN
Neepawa and area athletes make their mark at Manitoba Summer Games in Dauphin
The 2024 Manitoba Summer Games were held in Dauphin from Aug. 11 to 17. The Games features the province’s top U14 to U18 athletes in 12 different sports.
Local athletes from Neepawa and surrounding communities competed as part of Team West, who finished third overall in the medal count, with 78 (15 gold, 30 silver and 33 bronze). Here are some of the most notable results from the events:
Neepawa Participants (Individuals)
Sophie Saquet - Cycling
Silver Medal - Cycling Individual Short Track Mountain Bike U15 Female.
Silver Medal - Cycling Individual Cross Country Mountain Bike U15 Female.
Jordy Loewan. Cycling
Silver Medal - XCC Short Track.
Bronze Medal - XCO Mountain Bike Race.
Anne Crosson. Swimming
Bronze Medal - Swimming 50m Back Youth Female. Bronze Medal - Swimming 50m Fly Youth Female.
Area Participants (Individuals)
Ava Grace Thompson (Ste. Rose du Lac)
Silver Medal - Shot Put U14 Female.
SIlver Medal - Athletics Ball Throw U14 Female.
Zhanna Frykoda (Minnedosa)
Bronze Medal - Cycling Individual Short Track Mountain Bike U15 Female.
Bronze Medal - Cycling Individual Cross Country Mountain Bike U15 Female.
Felix Josef Carefoot (Eden)
Bronze Medal - Swimming 50m BreastYouth Male. Bronze Medal - Swimming 100m Breast Youth Male.
Jane Jordan Winters (Gladstone)
Bronze Medal - Athletics Ball Throw U14 Female.
Top Five finishes
Anne Crosson (Neepawa) Swimming 50m Free Youth Female. 5th place.
Karina Wither (Neepawa) Athletics Javelin U16 Female. 5th place.
Jane Jordan Winters (Gladstone) Athletics Shot Put U14 Female. 5th place.
Editor’s note: some local participants and team related results may not be posted in this week’s edition due a lack of roster specifics listed on the Manitoba Summer Games pages. If there are any pictures or details not available this week, feel free to forward those items to sports@ neepawabanner.com and we’ll publish as many as we can in a future edition.
Banner Staff
Neepawa Banner & Press
SUBMITTED PHOTO
Some Neepawa Blue Dolphins attend Manitoba Summer Games. Pictured are the five Dolphin swimmers who recently attended the Manitoba Summer Games in Dauphin. Left to right: Kendra Ott; Mya Gingras; Felix Carefoot; Anne Crosson; and Sydney Wolfe
PHOTO BY CHERYL DANDO
Jordy Loewan of Neepawa eanred a pair of medals in the cycling events at the Manitoba Summer Games in Neepawa.
SUBMITTED PHOTO
Above picture from left to right: Cycling medalists Sophie Saquet (2 silver medals), Jordy Loewen (2 medals. 1 silver, 1 bronze) and Zhanna Frykoda (2 bronze medals)
SUBMITTED PHOTOS
Picture far left: Félix Carefoot got bronze in 50 m breaststroke and 100 m breastroke, as well as gold in the 50 m medley relay and 50 m freestyle relay. Above picture: Charleigh Carefoot (back row, fourth from left): soccer team (West 1) got 7th in the games.
Local member of the Team West baseball clubs at the Summer games included Jayden Ford, Burke Dunits, Kellen Hockin, Aklen Abey and Jude Carr.
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Contingency plans aplenty for Neepawa Titans
Ice issues force hockey team to reshuffle training camp, pre-season schedule
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
Mechanical issues at the Yellowhead Centre have thrown the pre-season plans of the Neepawa Titans into a little bit of disarray. Last week, the staff for the Yellowhead discovered problems with the cooling pipes that run underneath the concrete floor of the arena. This issue has delayed the installation of the ice at the 100 per cent volunteer operated community facility.
As of the Banner & Press publication deadline, it appeared as though the issue were being addressed and should allow for the ice to be in place sometime in early September. Unfortunately to the Titans, they need to be able to hit the ice in late August.
It’s that unexpected scheduling snafu has forced Titans Head Coach/General
Manager Ken Pearson to be on the phone a lot more than he’d expected this past week, searching for a viable rink replacement.
Pearson told the Banner & Press, after reaching out to facilities in Minnedosa, Rivers and other rural locations, the Titans were able to secure time at Enns Brothers Arena, which is inside the Keystone Centre in Brandon.
Pearson said they are thankful that the Keystone was able to accommodate them on such short notice.
Training camp for the hockey club will proceed on Sept. 3 and 4 in Brandon. Pearson noted that
the organization has alerted the families of 65 players that are participating in the camp, of the change. They are also assisted, as best they can, with the necessary changes in accommodations.
Instead of staying in Neepawa for those days, those individuals will now need to book hotels in Brandon.
As for the preseason schedule,
Pearson has been in touch with both the Dauphin Kings and Waywayseecappo Wolverines on the situation.
Neepawa had home games set for Sept. 5 and 7, respectively against those teams at the Yellowhead
Santa Clara Baseball Final goes a full five!
Plumas Pirates/Portage Padres tied at 2-2
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
The finals for the Santa Clara Baseball League have played out almost exactly as fans had expected, a tightly contested back and forth between the two best teams this league has to offer.
This best-of-five series has gone five, with the deciding game played in Portage la Prairie on Wednesday, Aug. 21. The results from that showdown were final after the Banner & Press publication deadline, and will appear in the next edition of the newspaper.
As for how those two clubs ended up getting to game five, it proved to be quite the journey. After Plumas claimed the game one win, back on Aug, 9, Portage replied with a dramatic 8-7 extra inning victory on Aug. 15. Tanner Jago led the way for Portage, going 3-for-4 at bat with three runs batted in (RBI), including a two run home run.
In the next game on Aug. 17, in Portage, the Padres routed the Pirates,
Centre. Due to the current timeline for repairs, The Titans have swapped home games with the Kings, and will now play at home on Sept. 9. As for the Wayway game, set for Sept 7, it is hoped that game will be able to proceed in Neepawa, though it all depends on the installation of the ice.
The expectation right now, is that the Titans home opener on Sept 21 against the Portage Terriers, will be in Neepawa at the Yellowhead Centre. Keep in mind, however that all these plans are subject to change.
Pearson thanked everyone involved for working together on this to make the best of a difficult situation. He also acknowledged that the club is still searching for billet families, including four temporary and two permanent for the upcoming season. Please call or text Tara McCarty (204-721-0309) or Tammy Duddenhofer (204-841-1000) for details
by a score of 16-3. Pitcher Tyler Olson earned the win pitched 5.33 innings, while Tristan Chandler closed it out with three strikeouts in 1.67 innings. The Padres’ win had the Pirates reeling, but they were done just yet, as Plumas replied on Sun-
day, Aug. 18 with a 9-6 win. For the most part, it was a team win, as several Plumas players contributed to driving in runs. Justin Walker got the win on the mound, giving up just three hits over five innings. Riley McBride came in for the save.
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John Graves
John Edgar Graves of McCreary, Manitoba passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024 at the age of 90 years. John was born in Carberry, Manitoba on August 6, 1934 to Frank and Margaret Graves of McCreary. John had an older sister named Ruth (McLean). He attended Mountain Eve School and later attended high school in McCreary.
John married Mildred (Solvason) of Winnipeg on November 29, 1958 at Fort Garry United Church in Winnipeg, Manitoba. They settled on the mixed family farm in McCreary and had 5 daughters. In later years, he delivered bulk fuel for Petro Canada to many customers across the McCreary, Alonsa, and Ste. Rose areas, making many friends along the way.
John was a proud farmer, and out of talent or necessity, was amazing with his hands. He could build anything out of what appeared to be junk. He was the best recycler before it became popular! He was especially talented with woodworking and built furniture, kitchen cupboards, stair railings, and many other things. He was also a welder, having gone to Winnipeg for training and then worked for Versatile for a time.
Family always came first to dad. It didn’t matter how busy he was, he would always find time to help with some “project” we were working on. He was so proud of his girls, and would tell anyone who would listen “my girls run the equipment”. He would usually smile then and add “and I go behind and fix”. Dad loved nicknames, and it seemed every family member had one. He was always ready with a hug and a positive word.
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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 204841-0002
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Neepawa Banner & Press offers full research and re-print services from our archives that go back to 1896. Additional copies of papers, $2 each depending on availability. Re-print of a page from past copies, $2 per page. Archival research, $25 per hour with a $10 minimum. Individual photos on photo paper $5 depending if we have a suitable original in our digital, print or photo archives. Ken Waddell, publisher
Dickson Farms Ventures Ltd. Seasonal Work. Sorters/ Pickers needed for 2024 Potato Harvest. We are located 5 minutes from the Town of Carberry. Harvest to start tentatively the week of Sept. 9/24, for approximately 3-4 weeks. Please contact Pat for more details. 204-834-2534 or 204-476-0487.
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Leslie Campbell
November 13, 1944 - June 25, 2024
Dad was always curious and there wasn’t a subject he wasn’t interested in. He was an avid reader and it was amazing how he retained the information. In later years he started to travel and was able to talk to people from so many countries and backgrounds.
Community was always important, over the years he was a member of the hospital board, the school board, and was elected to town council in 2018 at the age of 84. He was always available to lend a hand for events such as the McCreary Rodeo or Homecoming. He loved curling and in his younger years was even known to walk the train track to town if it was storming too bad to drive. Dad was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge, and he drove his cousin Fred to Neepawa so they could attend meetings there when the McCreary Lodge closed down.
While Dad always said that auction sales were a place to find deals, we always knew it was really a place to visit with people. Back in the day, auctioneers would personally phone dad to let him know about upcoming sales, just to be sure he was there. Many of these auction treasures he would cheerfully give away as he was always ready to help a neighbour or anyone who needed something.
John was predeceased by his parents Frank and Margaret, his sister Ruth and brother-in-law Glen McLean. He is survived by his wife Mildred, his daughters Laney (Rob), Patty (Richard), Barb (Leonard), Jackie (Marc), and Jona (Randy); 14 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends countless friends.
A Celebration of John's Life was held on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 2:00 pm in the McCreary Community Hall, McCreary, MB. A private interment followed in McCreary Municipal Cemetery.
Should friends so desire, please consider remembering John with a donation to a community organization of your choice.
Sneath-Strilchuk - McCreary Chapel 204-835-2004 • www.sneathstrilchuk.com
Age 79 years, Leslie passed away at the Boyne Lodge, Carman, MB. Service of Celebration will be held at: Stride Community Hall in Gladstone, MB, September 7th, 2024 at 1:30 pm Lunch to follow
Carole Joan Drader (nee Shackel)
Carole Joan Drader (nee Shackel), 82, passed away after a short and courageous battle with cancer on August 16,2024
She is survived by her loving soul mate Allan. They were married for 62 years and had four children. Shaunda (Dave), Patsy (Craig), Rodney (Kristy) and Dee Dee (Terry). The sparkles in her eyes and her amazing smiles were for her grandchildren; Brett (Bailey), Michelle, Jessica (Trevor), Britnay, Tyler (Jamie), Jennifer (Shane), Roth, and Dustin (Emma); and her great grandchildren Emsley, Brynn, Jaxon, Hali, Oaklee, Ezleigh, Briar and Garrett
Carole was born in Ninette, Manitoba on March 22, 1942 during a snow storm. She loved her family baseball team and they won often. Shortly after high school, she married the love of her life on September 22, 1962
Her kids were her life. She was always running to 4-H, hockey , horse shows and everything else the kids were in. Allan and Carole were avid squares dancers and Carole loved to curl. She always was first to volunteer whenever it was needed. From 4-H leader to decorating for a national square dance event. Her garden was always full and plentiful, and butter tarts and peanut butter cookies were world class and sought after by many. Allan and Carole had Al-Car farms on which they raised horses and grew grain crops. Breeding horses and standardbred harness racing filled up their time. Carole is predeceased by her parents and in laws. Her brothers Bud, Gordon, Murray, Jim , Bill and Ted and sister Betty were waiting to envelop Carole into their arms in heaven.
Any donation can be to The Canadian Cancer Society. A celebration of life will be held at the Brookdale community hall on Monday , August 26, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. Mom , Grandma, Great Grandma. Rest in peace We know you will forever be our guardian Angel. White’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements. www.whitesfh.ca
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The RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ROSEDALE
Is inviting tenders for the following:
1. Repair Road 109 N, west of PTH 5
2. Load and haul fill from 14-19-15 to 13-19-15 WPM. Please contact our office for details or visit MERX. admin@rmrosedale.com or call 204-476-5414
In memory of Ted Mauthe Aug. 22, 2019
Nothing can ever take away, The love a heart holds dear, Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps you near. Forever loved, Phyl & family
William Robert Ferguson
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Bill, our much loved brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many on July 17, 2024, at the age of 69. Bill was born on November 13, 1954, the third child to William and Donalda Ferguson of Neepawa. He attended Dumfries School, Hazel M. Kellington, Viscount School and then Neepawa Area Collegiate.
Bill was active in his community, always willing to lend a helping hand. He organized many trail rides and poker derbies to give to charities, Neepawa Area Palliative Care and CF families were amongst them. Need a ride for a social or other event, Bill would be there with a bus to get everyone home safely. He loved to chat with everyone and what better way than a captive audience. Bill’s love for the outdoors kept him busy, riding his quad or snowmobile. He always enjoyed spending times with friends around a bonfire.
Bill worked many jobs over the years but his favorite was the years he spent with Loeppky’s custom combining crew when they travelled south. He always shared lots of stories and remained friends with many of them.
Bill was predeceased by his parents, William and Donalda. He will be missed by his sister Linda, her children Daryl, Michele (Ben), Kiara and Connor; brother Doug (Doreen); sister Brenda and brother Blair, his children Ryan and Grace (Justin), as well as numerous cousins and many friends.
A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at his home, on Saturday, Oct. 5th, starting at 1:00pm. Come and enjoy one final bonfire with Bill. Please bring a lawn chair. If friends so wish, donations may be made to Neepawa District Palliative Care, Canadian Diabetes Assoc. or a charity of choice.
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Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah Proposal for Gravel on Municipal Roads 2025/2026
Proposals are requested for a two year period for the loading, hauling and spreading of crushed gravel for municipal purposes.
Contact the municipal office to obtain proposal forms. Inquiries can be made by calling the municipal office, at (204) 867-3282 or Operations Foreman, Rodney Robinson at (204) 867-7603.
Deadline for proposals is September 10th, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. Submit proposal(s) to:
R.M. of Minto-Odanah – GRAVEL PROPOSAL 49 Main St., Box 1197, Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 Phone: (204) 867-3282
Fax: (204) 867-1937
Email: cao@mintoodanah.ca
Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah Request For Proposals
The Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah requests written proposals for the construction of a road and access driveway, on Road 106W north of PR#355, adjacent to part of the NW 4-15-18 wpm, Manitoba, Canada. All proposals to be received by the undersigned by no later than 4:00 p.m., September 4, 2024.
Send proposals marked “Road” to: Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah Box 1197 Minnedosa, Manitoba R0J 1E0
Phone: (204) 867-3282
Fax: (204) 867-1937
Email: cao@mintoodanah.ca
For further information contact: Operations Foreman, Rodney Robinson at (204) 867-7603.
A site visit prior to quoting is mandatory and can be arranged by contacting Rodney Robinson. Drawings of the specifications are available by contacting the Municipal Office.
The lowest or any proposal may not necessarily be accepted, and the Municipality reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive defects, or to accept any offer which may be considered in the best interests of the Municipality. The Municipality, in its entire discretion may reject or accept all or any part of the proposal or any of the proposals submitted under this proposal call.
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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ALONSA
PUBLIC NOTICE – 2024 BOARD OF REVISION
Public notice is hereby given that the 2025 preliminary assessment roll for the Rural Municipality of Alonsa has been delivered to the Municipal Office in Alonsa, MB and is open for public inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 & 43 of the Assessment Act.
APPLICATION FOR REVISION:
42(1) A 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) a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
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 revision is sought;
c) state the grounds on which the application is based; and
d) be filed by:
(i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or
(ii) serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice.
The Board of Revision will sit on October 9, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. at the RM of Alonsa Municipal Office in the Council Chambers at 20 Railway Avenue, to hear applications.
The final date on which applications must be received by the Secretary of the Board is September 23, 2024 at 4:30 P.M.
Prior to filing a complaint against the liability to taxation, amount of an assessed value or classification of property, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Provincial Municipal Assessment Branch in Dauphin by phoning 1-866-282-0836.
Dated at Alonsa, Manitoba this 15th day of August, 2024.
Tami Dumanske, Secretary Board of Revision
Box 127 Alonsa, MB R0H 0A0
Phone: (204) 767-2054
Fax: (204) 767-2044
Email: rmalonsa@inetlink.ca
PUBLIC NOTICE
RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ROSEDALE BOARD OF REVISION
Public notice is hereby given that the 2025 Assessment Roll of the Rural Municipality of Rosedale will be delivered to the Municipal Office at 282 Hamilton Street, Neepawa, MB, on or before September 3rd, 2024 and will be open for inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 and 43 of the Municipal Assessment Act
APPLICATION FOR REVISION:
42(1) A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgage 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 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) a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
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 a revision is sought;
c) state the grounds on which the application is based; and
d) be filed by:
(i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or
(ii) serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in public notice.
The Board of Revision will sit on Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:15 a.m. in the Council Chambers of the Rural Municipality of Rosedale to hear applications. Applications for revision must be received by the Secretary of the Board by 4:30 p.m., Monday October 7, 2024.
Dated this 23th day of August 2024
Melissa McDonald - Secretary Board of Revision Rural Municipality of Rosedale Box 100, Neepawa, Manitoba, R0J 1H0 Ph. 204-476-5414
MUNICIPALITY OF McCREARY BOARD OF REVISION
Public Notice is hereby given that the 2025 Preliminary Assessment Roll for the Municipality of McCreary has been delivered to the Municipal Office at 432 First Avenue, McCreary, Manitoba, and will be open for public inspection during regular business hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Applications for revision may be made in accordance with Sections 42(1) and 43(1) of The Municipal Assessment Act:
APPLICATION FOR REVISION:
42(1) A 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) A refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
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 a revision is sought;
c) State the grounds on which the application is based; and
d) Be filed by:
i) Delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or
ii) Serving it upon the secretary,
at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice.
The Board of Revision will sit to hear applications on September 17, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipality of McCreary.
The deadline for receipt of applications by the Secretary of the Board is 4:00 p.m. on September 3, 2024, at the address given below.
DATED this 9th day of August 2024.
Lorilee Ryzner, Secretary Board of Revision – Municipality of McCreary
Box 338 - 432 First Avenue
McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0 Telephone 204-835-2309
PUBLIC NOTICE – BOARD OF REVISION
Public notice is hereby given that the 2025 Preliminary Assessment Roll for the Town of Carberry has been delivered to the Town Office at 44 Main Street, Carberry, Manitoba and is open for public inspection during regular business hours, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (closed 12-1), Monday to Friday. Applications for revision may be made in accordance with sections 42 and 43 of The Assessment Act:
APPLICATION FOR REVISION
42(1) A 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) a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
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 a revision is sought;
(c) state the grounds on which the application is based; and
(d) be filed by
(i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or
(ii) serving it upon the secretary at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in public notice.
The Board of Revision will sit on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 7:00 pm. in the Council Chambers of the Town of Carberry at 44 Main Street, Carberry, to hear applications.
The deadline for receipt of applications by the Secretary of the Board is 4:30 pm, Monday, September 23rd, 2024.
Dated at Carberry, MB, this 1st day of August 2024.
Grady Stephenson, Secretary Board of Revision - Town of Carberry
Box 130, Carberry, MB R0K 0H0
Ph. 204-834-6628
Jenner Farms Ltd. is a grain farm located 11 miles southeast of Minnedosa, MB. We are looking for responsible and motivated individuals to join our team. We operate modern equipment, and offer competitive wages based on skills and experience. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining farm equipment, such as swathers, tractors, heavy harrows, grain carts, and auto-shift grain trucks, as well as general farm duties. Training is available. Full-time and part time positions are available. Flexible hours in non-peak seasons. Class 5 license required. Contact Ken or Justin at 204-763-8896 kjenner@mymts.net or jlwjenner@hotmail.com
Neepawa Access Community Television (NACTV) has a position available for a Commission-based sales manager
There is no upper limit on salary as it is an open-ended commission sales position.
The successful applicant will:
• Answer to the Station General Manager and the News Director
• Have some computer skills
• Be very people friendly and customer service oriented
• Have excellent communications skills, both written and verbal
Sales opportunities will include commercials, Bingo cards, on-screen business card announcements and other video based products.
The position's work can be largely done from home but some office attendance may be required.
Please email resumes to:
Ken Waddell, Station Manager at kwaddell@neepawabanner.com
Resumes should be in by August 30, 2024 at noon
Notice
THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MINTO-ODANAH PUBLIC NOTICE
REGARDING THE INTENTION TO GIVE THIRD READING TO A BY-LAW TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF COUNCIL MEMBERS
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to subsection 79(4) of The Municipal Act that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah intends to give third reading to a by-law to reduce the number of councillors from the current six (6) members to four (4) members.
The third reading of the by-law is scheduled to be given at the next regular meeting of Council to be held in the Council Chambers of the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah, on the 12th day of September, 2024 at 9:00 a.m..
Copies of the by-law to reduce the number of councillors are available for review and may be examined by any person during the regular office hours of the municipal office at 49 Main Street, Minnedosa, MB.
Aaren Robertson, C.M.M.A.
Chief Administrative Officer
Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah
THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MINTO-ODANAH PUBLIC NOTICE
REGARDING THE INTENTION TO GIVE THIRD READING TO A BY-LAW TO ELIMINATE A WARD SYSTEM
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to subsection 87(4) of The Municipal Act that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah intends to give third reading to a by-law to eliminate a ward system for the purpose of holding a municipal election.
The third reading of the by-law is scheduled to be given at the next regular meeting of Council to be held in the Council Chambers of the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah, on the 12th day of September, 2024 at 9:00 a.m..
Copies of the by-law to eliminate a ward system for the purpose of holding a municipal election are available for review and may be examined by any person during the regular office hours of the municipal office at 49 Main Street, Minnedosa, MB.
Aaren Robertson, C.M.M.A.
Chief Administrative Officer
Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah
Board of Directors of the Neepawa Elks Manor
Is accepting applications for a CASUAL MANAGER POSITION
The successful applicant will be responsible for the management and care of a 50 suite non-profit seniors apartment building located in Neepawa, MB.
Qualified applicants should possess skills and abilities necessary to supervise and plan the day to day operations of the non-profit corporation according to the by-laws and policies of the Board of Directors.
Experience with Windows 10, Quick Books, and Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet and Microsoft Word would be an asset but will train the successful applicant.
Provide administrative work including preparation of annual and monthly management financial reports and maintain corporate records and bookkeeping system, collect rent, lease suites, possess interpersonal relationship skills and work closely with caretaker on operation of the apartment building.
The position will be for 3 weeks holiday coverage and medical leave for 3 – 4 hours a day on a casual basis. Salary for this managerial position will be based on experience.
Please state qualifications, experience if any, and references.
Applications will be received up to and including August 30th 2024.
Reply in confidence to: Neepawa Elks Manor - Att: Board of Directors 100-525 1st Avenue, Neepawa, MB. R0J 1H0 Or in person at the office to: Jeff Bay
Rolling River School Division
invites applications for CLEANERS
Help Wanted
invites applications for the following Educational Assistant positions
- Full time term (5.75 hours per day) at Neepawa Middle School
- Full time (5.75 hours per day) at Hazel M Kellington School - Part time (2.875 hours per day) at Hazel M Kellington School -Part time (5.75 hours per day) every other day at J.M. Young School in Eden Previous applicants must submit a new cover letter and resume.
Please indicate the position(s) being applied for.
Successful candidates must complete a satisfactory Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check.
Send resume/cover letter including 3 references by NOON, Monday, August 26th, 2024 to: Julie Van Kommer
Student Services Coordinator Box 700 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0
EMAIL: bpsd@bpsd.mb.ca
Only those selected for a short list will be contacted. Others are thanked for their interest now.
See Division website for more details on these positions at www.beautifulplainssd.ca Click on Job Postings.
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
Tanners Crossing School, Minnedosa, MB 8 hours per day 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Erickson Elementary, Erickson, MB 4 hours per day 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Rate of Pay as per CUPE Collective Agreement Benefits package
For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca, select Employment link, then Support Positions link.
Notice
THE SURVEYS ACT PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with Section 11 of the above Act notice is hereby given that the original monuments establishing the NE section 7, ¼ N Section 8 and ¼ E Section 18, Township 11, Range 15 WPM have been lost. New monuments perpetuating the original locations have been planted by Timothy W. Longstaff, Manitoba Land Surveyor between October 13th, 2023, and July 19, 2024.
Any person wishing particulars about the re-establishment of this monument is advised to contact the following:
Timothy Longstaff Manitoba Land Surveyor Timothy.Longstaff@Geoverra.com Geoverra Manitoba Land Surveys Unit C4 - 1711 Kirkcaldy Drive, Brandon Manitoba R7A 0B9 or Examiner of Surveys
Brandon Land Titles Office 705 Princess Avenue Brandon MB R7A 7E4 Phone No. 204-726-6854 tim.cassan@teranet.ca
Any persons having any objection to or having any evidence which he desires to give against the confirmation of the re-establishment of this lost corner is to submit any such objection or evidence in writing verified by affidavit to the Registrar-General within thirty days from the publication of this notice in Neepawa Banner & Press.
Where no objection to or evidence against the confirmation of the re-establishment of this lost corner is received by the Registrar-General within thirty days after publication of this notice, or where any such objection is subsequently withdrawn in writing, the Registrar-General shall confirm the re-establishment of this lost corner.
Office of the Registrar General Registrar-General
1203-155 Carlton Street Winnipeg MB R3C 3H8
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 contact: Phone: 204.476.3393
H yL ife 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
is a
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
Auction Sales Announcement
TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION
Invites Applications for the following position: School Bus Driver Ste. Rose Route #33
Applicants require a current Manitoba Class 2 driver’s license and School Bus Operator’s Endorsement or are willing to obtain one through a Division provided training course.
Further information regarding duties and qualifications may be obtained by contacting the Transportation Supervisor.
Applications including 3 references will be received by the undersigned. Closing date is when position is filled. Collin
309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0
Phone: 204-835-2067 or Fax: 204-835-2426 cjanzen@trsd.ca
Turtle River welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request. All
Critters galore
Friendship, tolerance and courage– all of this and more featured in the Artsforward Drama Camp’s production of “Swamped!” by John Jacobson and John Higgins. This production had youth perform a number of songs, dressed as a full cast of critters such as owls, snakes, butterflies, turtles, ducks, frogs and many other things that could be found at the play’s titular swamp.
Above: One of the mosquitos takes to the stage and apologizes for the crew’s late arrival–there’s so much to do and plan and the whole cast of critters is totally swamped!
Top right: The cast as they appeared during one of their musical numbers.
Above middle: A frog is seen helping a tadpole take the stand as Bully the Frog and co look on- it seems the tadpoles won’t be tadpoles much longer, as they begin to finally become frogs.
Above right: The cast as pictured during their performance of ‘Just A Little Tadpole’.
PHOTOS BY CASPER WEHRHAHN