September 22, 2023 - Neepawa Banner & Press

Stoney Creek school to look just like new

Historic school at Riverbend Park receiving fresh coat of paint

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

One of Neepawa’s iconic, historical buildings is getting a long-awaited face lift. Stoney Creek School, located at Riverbend Park, is currently in the process of having its exterior fully repainted. This project is being undertaken by Doug Bodnarchuck and his company, out of Austin, MB.

For any who may be unfamiliar, the Stoney Creek School was originally built in 1897, two miles west of Neepawa. Then, in 1964, the building was relocated to Riverbend Park by the Neepawa Lions Club. Since then, it has been used regularly as the Neepawa Lions Club room, as well as a meeting place for the Retired Teachers Association, a day camp for children and, on occasion, by private individuals for gatherings such as picnics and reunions.

Being such an aged building, the well-kept facility has truly withstood the tests

of time and nature. And, according to Neepawa Lions member Tom Borsa, this restoration project has been a few years in the making.

“We actually began planning this pre-COVID-19. In 2020, we knew that the building needed new paint and a roof,” Borsa shared.

“But during COVID-19, there was only so much we could do in terms of fundraising. Now, however, those capabilities have returned and we’re proceeding with getting things done.”

Borsa added, “We have sufficient funds already for the painting, which is being done right now, and we’re close to that for the shingling too. But we still need to raise more funds for the shingles.”

The shingling will be completed as soon as possible following completion of painting, likely to be in the spring of 2024. Until then, the Lions Club is welcoming any monetary donations towards the project. Those wishing

to contribute can contact Borsa or Lions president Don Chubey via call or

Neepawa Chamber hosts Agassiz Candidates Forum

text at 204-841-3789 or 204-212-0395, respectively.

“We have additional fundraising plans as well– a community dinner prepped by the Neepawa Legion on Oct. 20, with Lions members selling tickets for it; and we will also be selling Christmas cakes in Decem-

ber, as we have in previous years,” Borsa noted.

Also on the Neepawa Lions Club’s agenda for the future is the potential expansion of availability of building usage for private events, such as those previously mentioned.

“People who have used it

have said they really enjoy the uniqueness of the building and the green areas around the buildings, plus there being plenty of space available for kids to play and the privacy it provides for such gatherings,” Borsa enthused.

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The Meeting Room in the back of the Neepawa Public Library was filled to near 100 per cent capacity on Monday, Sept. 18, with people interested in learning about the local candidates for the upcoming provincial election.

Unfortunately, that same room was only filled to 50 per cent capacity with Agas-

Monday, Sept. 18.

siz based candidates that were interested in garnering those same people’s votes.

The Neepawa and District Chamber of Commerce arranged the event and invited all four party candidates that are registered within the riding who are hoping to be our next representative in the Provincial Legislature. Two of those four were able to attend, as Jodie Byram of the Progressive Conserva-

tive and Mark Wilson of the Keystone Party of Manitoba, were present. Richard Davies, the candidate for the Manitoba Liberal Party, was unable to attend, but did have Spruce Woods candidate Michelle Budiwski representing him. Danica Wiggins, the candidate for the New Democratic Party, was also absent from the forum.

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PHOTOS BY CASPER WEHRHAHN

Repainting for the Stoney Creek School building at Riverbend Park in Neepawa began last week (shown above). Inset: Doug Bodnarchuck, whose business is doing the painting, is pictured hard at work.

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

From left to right: Progressive Conservative candidate Jodie Byram, Manitoba Liberal candidate for Spruce Woods, Michelle Budiwski and Keystone Party of Manitoba candidate Mark Wilson, were in attendance for the Agassiz Candidates Forum, held in Neepawa on

1973: Red Cross hosts water safety lessons at Npa.

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

125 years ago, Wednesday, September 21, 1898

An interesting calculation was made by a townsman yesterday. He computed 30 threshing outfits at work within a radius of 12 miles of Neepawa. These are turning out on average 1,500 bushels of grain per day. They will be engaged at least 40 days and should thresh a total of about two million bushels.

Alex Baird, who was butter maker at the creamery here the past season, left on Monday for Morden to go on the grain market for the Ogilvie Milling company.

An order-in-council has been passed by the provincial government confirming the redivision of the wards of the town of Neepawa.

Plumas will celebrate its first civic holiday on Friday. The Neepawa brass band will provide the music.

Another band of horses are to arrive for Perry & Gamble at the Commercial stable this week.

100 years ago, Tuesday, September 25, 1923

Over 100,000 permits have already been issued

by the Manitoba liquor commission.

Hawksley & Son have effected a complete renovation of the Rodgers block and transferred their bakery and grocery business into it, making a splendid improvement to that part of town and impressing all observers with a feeling that there is some progress being made in spots though it is not general. This Rodgers block was a busy place in its early days, but has been a rather lonesome looking spectacle for a number of years. Its history typifies the times. It was built as a speculation. It has been purchased and fixed up for use.

75 years ago, Thursday, September 23, 1948

The funeral service for Robert Richard Adamson, respected farmer of Springhill district, was held at Rosedale United Church with Rev. J. S. B. Nixon, of Eden, officiating…

Born Mar. 29, 1867 at Whitby, Ont. he came to Manitoba with his father at the age of 16 years and settled in the Springhill district. Later he homesteaded in the same district where he has continued to farm until his death.

In 1900, he married Georgina Freeland of Neepawa, who survives him.

50 years ago, Thursday, September 20, 1973

A dispute between parents of grade nine students at Alonsa and the board of the Turtle River School Division No. 32 is still unresolved after two weeks of discussion with the board and petitions to the minister of educations, Ben Hanuschak…

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for dinner?

The dispute was brought to the fore on school opening day, Sept. 4, when parents of 26 grade nine students refused to allow them to attend high schools at McCreary and Amaranth and instead set up a classroom of their own in the Alonsa school. They argue there is no need for their children to

travel up to 50 miles away to attend school when classroom facilities are available at Alonsa.

On September 12, William Larkin was honoured on his 90th birthday by a family supper held at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Roncin. Mr and Mrs. Larkin still live in their house in McCreary.

20 years ago, Monday, September 22, 2003

Smaller centres such as Neepawa and Minnedosa may soon [be] picking up the slack caused by long waiting lists for surgery in city hospitals.

Manitoba Health minister David Chomiak said operating rooms in Neepawa and Minnedosa, now used only three days a week, could be chosen

for some surgeries the province wants to take outside of Winnipeg.

An asthma fundraiser spearheaded by a McCreary couple has raised over $40,000 for the Asthma Society of Canada.

Disclaimer: The information gathered and used each week in the 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.

Don’t be selfish; don’t live to make a good impression on others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourself. Don’t just think about your own affairs, but be intersted in others, too, and in what they are doing.

Philippians 2:3-4 (The Living Bible)

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Over 270 young people took advantage of the Red Cross Water Safety swimming classes at Neepawa in September of 1973. The landscape in the background doesn’t quite look like Riverbend, so the lessons perhaps were held at Lake Irwin.

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The Neepawa Creamery and Produce Company sure endorsed it! This ad from the Neepawa company was placed in the Sept. 21, 1923 edition of The Neepawa Press.

By Chad Carpenter Tundra

Fall...

Ithink that every time this season rolls around, I am astounded! Fall, already? Where did summer go? I used to think that summers flew by because we tried to jam work and play, friends and family, all into the two months that the children were off school. A little travel, a little hosting, a few bonfires and hikes, and summer was gone.

Ifind it interesting how the newspaper industry has shifted over the 50 plus years I have been involved. My first experience was in 1968 and we laid out the pages with typed out, justified copy printed on strips that we ran through a waxer and laid the strips on blue-lined lay-out sheets. Labour intensive process for sure. We had to leave blanks or plugs in the places where pictures were to be placed. Then the sheets had to be driven to a printing press and you waited while the pages were finished, the negatives shots, the plates burned and placed on a press and the final product spewed out of the folder.

In the intervening years, the older generation, privately owned newspapers sold out to big companies like Glacier, Post Media and others. To finance those papers companies had to get a buy-in of financial hedge fund companies who had very deep pockets. Technology and buildings had to be financed, new methods of printing.

When the ever- hungry hedge funds started to get diminishing quarterly returns, cuts had to be made

First it was a few reporters, then some admin staff, then some page counts until even some daily papers were left with fewer than five staff. Many local weeklies were also bought up and subjected to the same kinds of pressure.

Manitoba, as I have noted a few times, lost 22 papers in the last five years or so. Twenty of the now dead newspapers were corporately owned because there was just nothing left to cut and with almost no staff, there was not much news and fewer ads.

But last week, Ontario outpaced us all as Metroland shut down the print editions of 70 community papers in one fell swoop. Yes, you read that correctly, 70 papers in one week. Now they say

Right in the Centre

Ken Waddell

they will continue with on-line editions but I have noted in other areas and have confirmed with Ontario sources, they are not likely to make any money with “on-line editions” either. Yes, there are many on-line products out there but very few are making money.

This paper is also available online, but most people want the printed product. Most newspapers left in Manitoba are not owned by large corporate hedge fund firms that will do anything to squeeze out the last drop of blood or the last puff of breath to make one more quarterly dividend payment before they leave the paper to die. They have to do that or investors get quite upset and take their money elsewhere. Did you ever notice the similarities between the words corporation, corpulent and corpse.

Most of the community papers in Manitoba are family owned and have it figured out that that leaving newspapers to the corporations isn’t good for news, for communities or democracy. Many of us who have a family owned paper figured this out a

long time ago. That is why this paper works every waking hour to make sure local news is either covered or gathered. We serve our community, our friends and neighbours. Advertisers are served as best we possibly can and local organizations featured on the pages. The printed page is still the most reliable and accountable news and advertising source.

I am thankful every day that we have stayed family-owned with loyal local employees. I am grateful we didn’t sell to a giant corporation back in 2007 when they came calling with big promises. I am thankful every day that we are printed by a family owned printing press at Killarney. It’s the only one left in south-western Manitoba.

This paper is dedicated to the local community and their needs and plan to remain so. Thank you for your support.

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

I love fall, the scents and the colours, the feeling of contentment with a harvest garnered. It was a bonus year when the crops were in the bin and the field work completed before the school year started– could mean that we took a break for the September long weekend. Like the year we piled seven kids into the 13 passenger van and headed off to the Black Hills.

”The other evening, my walk took me past the lagoon and down the trail. Geese were gathering, gaggles of geese, practicing take offs and landings before setting out. There were a few dried berries on the bushes, a musty red, and some of the vines were revealing their presence with scarlet flames. This is a trail for all seasons, though I do avoid it for tick season! The dogs and I met the largest beaver I have ever seen. He was busy dragging a willow tree from the north side of the path, down to the river. I saw him before my dogs did and before he saw me. I was perplexed when he dropped the long limb and headed straight for us. I backed away, up the hillside, noticing I was too close to his exit slide. He moved fairly quickly and gave the water a resounding slap when he reached his safe place. The ordinary garden snake is not my favourite creation, and the sly and subtle movement always catches my eye and I exert my right as leader of the pack to forbid any further investigation.

The season does feel different. At my age, I no longer desire to process crates of fruit, nor freeze 40 two-cup bags of corn, or bake two dozen apple pies. I appreciate the produce I grow to graze and the share, but not to process. I have no pictures of the rows of sealers filled with jewels of saskatoons, raspberries or crab apples ( I still long for a true Trail crab apple!), or the rows of pickles that would be devoured by spring. The little deep freeze would be filled with carrots, peas and corn. The potato bin would be overflowing. I don’t have photos that I can hold in my hand, but I certainly have clear images in my mind and heart.

And so, as I witness my 73rd fall, I wonder how many I have truly noticed. The golden rod, the bull rushes, the rustling dried out corn stocks, the gradual disappearance of the song birds, the gathering of the geese, the splendour of harvested fields and the rows of bales. As I count my blessings, may my eyes continue to be open and opened to the wonders of each season.

“ This paper works every waking hour to make sure local news is either covered or gathered. We serve our community, our friends and neighbours.

Truths that set us free; Part II

In just over two weeks, Manitobans will elect a new provincial government. Once every four years, you and I have the opportunity to help decide who will provide political leadership in this province. Your vote matters. My vote matters. Let your voice be heard on October 3rd.

To these words of encouragement, I would add a word of caution. We need to do all we can to put an end to the “blaming game” and “politics of fear” that are behind the rhetoric we hear and the ads we see during election campaigns. Their influence can, in my view, do more damage to our democratic process than we can ever begin to imagine.

Unfortunately, the two concepts are very hard to separate; as we will witness over the next two weeks. Issues will be identified, and those seeking to defeat the current government will point fingers at the Premier, Cabinet and government MLAs and say: “Those problems are the fault of the current government. Elect us and we will fix the problems.” To which

Neil Strohschein

the governing party will reply: “Don’t forget what those who are saying these things did when they were in power. Do you want to go back to those days?”

Sadly, there are grains of truth in each of the above statements. After all, even a stopped clock is right twice a day. But these statements have a serious flaw. They put the blame in the wrong places and assign it to the wrong people.

In a democratic society, governments are to serve the people who elected them. We look to government to provide the means for us to do together what we, as individuals cannot do alone. So it is quite appropriate for governments to collect taxes and then use those funds to build roads, hospitals and schools; and to provide the funds to adequately staff the facili-

ties they build. It is also appropriate for governments to use tax dollars to fund emergency services (fire and ambulance), protective services (police and military) and to preserve as parks, public lands known for unique ecosystems or cultural significance.

As long as people’s expectations of government are reasonable, and governments do all they can to eliminate inappropriate, unnecessary or wasteful spending, the legitimate needs of all people can be met without excessive taxation to cover those costs.

But in our affluent society, the more we receive from government, the more we demand. And governments, to satisfy public demand will increase spending. Increased spending must be offset by increased revenue-which comes from

increased taxes (or increased government debt, which means higher borrowing costs, which means increased taxes).

After 18 years of listening to my father talk politics with his friends, and 54 years of making my own observations, I have become convinced that the number one problem in our world is greed. It’s not just in Canada or the United States. It’s in every country on this earth.

Greed causes people to abandon their responsibility to serve their families, pay their workers a living wage, provide their customers with quality products at fair prices, and exercise due diligence when administering funds donated to charities or paid to various levels of government in taxes. And as we have seen in past history, greed can turn trusted leaders into power hungry megalomaniacs who become ruthless dictators.

As individuals, as leaders and as a nation, it is time we repented of our greed, asked for God’s forgiveness and then acted responsibly; loving others as he has loved us.

More on this next week.

Meet the candidates: Agassiz

Publisher’s Note: The Neepawa Banner & Press has provided a space for candidates in the upcoming provincial election to introduce themselves to the voters. In the Sept. 8 edition, the Progressive Conservative and New Democratic Party candidates’ bio were published. This week, we have the bios for the representatives of the Keystone Party and the Manitoba Liberals.

The absurdity of pushing bush

We live in an area where corporate farming is buying up local farms and marginal lands, pushing the bush, even shelter belts, into rows or piles to be burned. This is happening while more fires than ever burn in our northern forests, filling the atmosphere with ever more carbon dioxide and too much smoke.

Local bush and forests have a part to play in the fight against climate change. They store carbon away in their wood, leaves, undergrowth and soil. Shelter belts were planted to prevent soil from blowing in dry springs such as we have witnessed in recent years. Trees and bush catch snow and moisture and moderate the winds of winter and help moderate heat in summer. Local bush, forests and shelter belts provide homes for diverse plants, birds and all kinds of creatures, ensuring biodiversity, ensuring there is something left of beauty and ecological health for our children and grandchildren.

While we eliminate a few plastics and try to do our little bit to help the earth, wholesale destruction of soils and natural habitats is taking place around us in the name of corporate investments. In the name of profit for shareholders and CEO’s, there is no concern for either people or the environment, or even for the soils farmed. The marginal soils that used to support bush and all its other inhabitants will only grow crops by means of heavy doses of chemical fertilizers. When the soil is totally mined, then what?

This bush pushing practice is a contributor to both natural habitat destruction and even to climate change. Thanks from our children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren!

Hildegard Vickers, Waldersee, Mb.

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I grew up less than two miles from the Agassiz border, where I spent at least eight years of my life on my parents’ cattle farm, where my family and I immigrated to from Wales in 2003. I graduated from Minnedosa Collegiate Institute in 2010 and from there, I studied at the University of Winnipeg between 2010-2015, where I received a Bachelor of Arts (Political Science).

My relatively short adult career has been split between the hospitality service industry (private sector) and public service as the Director of Research and Legislative Affairs with the Manitoba Liberal Caucus. Most recently, I was the Constituency Assistant to Dougald Lamont.

I have had many experiences and conversations in and around the Agassiz constituency, whether at beautiful Big Valley, at the annual 4-H Beef Fat Stock Show in Neepawa, or with friends in Arden and across the constituency.

Mark Wilson, Agassiz candidate, resides in the town of Sidney with his wife and five children. Mark spent seven years working at Circle Square Ranch, a children’s summer camp, running their horse program before starting his Farrier business, which he has been running for the last eight years.

After seeing how the current governing bodies have been failing to empower Manitobans and support the prosperity of the communities they represent, Mark decided it was time to step up to become a part of change, to be your voice in the legislature.

“Working to empower you!”

Thumbs up to those who have done great job

Bernice Baker Neepawa, MB

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Helen Drysdale

out of helen’s kitchen

Eggplant

The glossy, purple, elongated vegetable called eggplant originally came from China and India. Through trade routes eggplants began to reach other parts of the world. The strangely named plant got its name from the British. The purple variety may be the only one you know, but eggplants come in a variety of colors and shapes. Back in the 1700s early versions of the eggplant were smaller, white or light yellow and the shape and size of a goose egg, which led to the name “eggplant.” Around the world you will find oval, long and slim, and melon-shaped eggplants with white, green, pink, orange, red and even striped skin. In 15th and 16th century Europe, eggplant were called “mad apples” because it was thought that eating them would make a person insane. The eggplant is in the nightshade family like potatoes, tomatoes, and peppers. Purple eggplants are also known as aubergine, the name of the color that resembles the purple of the eggplant. Did you know that eggplant is a berry?

Eggplant is naturally slightly bitter. Some recipes tell you to sprinkle it with salt and let it sit for 30 minutes. Rinse off the salt before you cook it. Salting before frying helps the eggplant from soaking up oil. The flesh being porous soaks up oil like a sponge. The salt makes it release some of its liquid and close up its pores. Use eggplants as soon as possible after purchasing them. Eggplants are quite perishable and will not store long. Eggplant will absorb the flavor of whatever it’s cooked with. The versatile eggplant can be roasted, baked, steamed, grilled on the barbeque, sautéed or added to soups and curries.

This easy ratatouille recipe is a terrific side dish that’s loaded with all your summer vegetables.

Eggplant ratatouille

An interesting time to see upcoming businesses

What’s the Big Idea to return for 8th annual event

3 Tbsp. oil

1 eggplant, cut into 1 inch pieces

1 onion, thinly sliced

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 small zucchini, cut into slices

1 red bell pepper, diced

4 tomatoes, coarsely diced

1 bay leaf

1 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. pepper

1 tsp. dried oregano

pinch of red pepper flakes

1/4 cup shredded fresh basil leaves

Over medium heat, add the oil to a large frying pan, then add the eggplant and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes. Add the onion and garlic, stirring occasionally and cook for 3-4 minutes more. Stir in the zucchini, bell pepper, tomatoes, bay leaf, salt, pepper, oregano, red pepper flakes and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the basil and serve. You can serve this grilled eggplant as a vegetable side dish or as an appetizer. This eggplant dish is so versatile!

2 small eggplants, cut into 1/2-inch slices

1/4 cup olive oil

Grilled eggplant

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. dried oregano

1/2 tsp. pepper

Stir in the garlic, oregano and pepper to the oil. Toss the eggplant slices with the oil. Let stand 5 minutes

Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill the eggplant slices until golden brown and fork-tender, about 5 minutes on each side. This recipe can also be baked in a 425°F oven on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes or until eggplant rounds are tender.

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

The return of Neepawa’s premier entrepreneurial event is right around the corner. What’s the Big Idea is locked in for its 8th annual event, set to take place on Oct. 12. The event is to be hosted in the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch #23), starting at 9:00 a.m. and ending at approximately 4:30 p.m.

What’s the Big Idea is a concept that began locally in 2015, inspired by Canadian television program Dragon’s Den. Entrepreneurs pitch their ideas to a panel of judges, with the chance of receiving grants for their business propositions. Cash and prizes this year total to approximately $40,000 waiting to be won.

“Entrepreneurs can apply from around the region,” stressed Marilyn Crewe, Neepawa’s economic development officer. “I have one application from Minnedosa already and am working with another one. So they don’t have to be within the town limits.”

Businesses from Gladstone, such as Smile Pinoy Foods, and even entrepreneurs from Brandon have also participated in previous years. This range of participation is credited to the diversity of the awards available to aspiring and expanding businesses.

“Any business idea that has sprouted since last year would be eligible to participate,” Crewe added. “Any new business, or an expansion– if they were home-based and now wanted to have a storefront, they would be eligible for What’s the Big Idea.”

Those wishing to apply are asked to reach out directly to Crewe at the Economic Development Office, either via phone

(204-476-7607) or email (edo@neepawa.ca).

Thus far, four registrations have already been confirmed, with four more pending as of Sept. 15.

In addition to the expressed business interest, Crewe emphasized that all are welcome to attend this public event.

“I encourage people to come, even if they can’t spend the whole day. Come by for the afternoon, the pitching parlor starts at 1:00 p.m. and goes until all the pitches are done,” said Crewe. “It’s an interesting time to come and see what those new business ideas are and what businesses are going to be showing up in our storefronts.”

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Fall Market draws crowd to Onanole Rec. Centre

Gladstone event raises over $7,000 for cancer research

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The Gladstone Terry Fox Run & Pancake Breakfast got underway this past weekend, bringing in a total of $7,887.50 toward the cause. In addition to a pancake breakfast, the event also featured items such as a 50/50 and silent auction.

Carole Pottinger, one of the organizers, extended gratitude on behalf of the team, stating, “We would like to thank everyone for the support, and all our volunteers for helping us with this event.”

Pottinger noted that the total listed will soon grow, as the town’s school will soon be hosting their own Terry Fox Run as well.

Pictured: Attendees enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast in support of Terry Fox.

PHOTO BY JOHN DRINKWATER

The annual Fall Market hosted by Riding Mountain Biosphere Reserve took place at the Onanole Recreation Center on Saturday, September 9.

New Onanole Fire Hall making steady progress

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Construction continues on the new Fire Hall in Onanole. This picture from John Drinkwater shows the progress being made on the project. Possible completion of the new fire hall is expected to be mid-December.

PHOTO BY JOHN DRINKWATER

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Mrs. Brister, Mrs. Byram, Mrs. Plett, Mrs. Poncsak, Mrs. Weisgerber, Mrs. Major, Mrs. Chapman, Ms. Brown, Ms. Colley, Ms. Dyck, Mrs. Kerkowich, Ms. McLaren, Ms. Reeves, Mr. Freeman, Mrs. Funk, Mrs. Guillas, Mrs. Murray, Mrs. Papegnies, Mrs. Vinnell, Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Gillies, Mrs. Hackewich, Mrs. Jarvis, Mrs. Pollock, Ms. Keller, Mrs. Farquhar, Mr. Pudlo, Mrs. Rainka, Ms. Salmon, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Hanke, Mrs. Bennett, Mrs. Bradley, Mrs. Clark, Mrs. Ferguson, Mrs. Filipchuk, Mrs. MacDiarmid, Mrs. Mann, Mrs. McCharles, Mrs. McPhee, Miss S. Moulson, Ms. T. Moulson, Mrs. Romero, Mrs. Vasquez, Mrs. Virtudazo , Mrs. Estay, Mrs. Gaza, Mrs. Braza, Mr. Murray, Ms. Zechowski, Mrs. T. Plett, Mrs. Dana Ginter

Neepawa Middle School

Sylvie Tomoniko, Leah

Mabon, Clara Boyle, Trent

Joye, Kendra Johnston, Denise Selewich, Joel

Cox, Tammy Dudenhoffer, JoAnn Freeman, Kelsey

Miller, Kellie Spencer, Marcy

Whelpton, Myles Cathcart, Carly Levandoski, Brandon Lockerby, Micki Kolbe, Mark Rainka, Marina Cewick, Joni Vinnell, Emily Koroscil, Melissa Hart, Brodie Martin, Moira Woods, Eric Gaudet, Corrie Kulbacki, Richard Smith, Kaylynne MacDiarmid, Sherri Hollier, Val Parayeski, Vera Rogers, Ambre Blondeau, Kyla de Wit, Sharla Magwood, Allaine Gulles, Desi Cameron, Michelle De Vera, Alesha Schuman, Salvador Vicedo, Arvin Gulles, Jovic Macatimpag, Anthony Alvero, Jessica Bohn, Michael Stadnyk

NACI

Gerilyn Abe-Abe, Ross Acree, Michael Adams, Alyssa Alambra, Allison Bailey, Gheleene Buenaflor, Dawn Birch, Troy Brister, Karen Bunda, Brett Cline, Eduardo Credo, Johanna Crosson, Lindsay Dayholos, Leah Dear, Rhonda Dickenson, Jomar Fuentes, Katelyn Fikkert, Rafael Flores, Eric Gaudet, Amanda Johnston, Brittani Joye, Bryce Koscielny, Cole Krutkewich, Sarah Kuehn, Corrie Kulbacki, Jacqueline Lester, Charleigh McFadden, Dana McNeill, Vilma Naguio, Lynn Oshanyk, Meaghan Peters, Drew Phillips, Michael Rainnie, Peter Reid, Marivic Reyes, Ace Rizal, Jana Scott, Chris Sitko, Chidi Small, Kimberley Smith, Amy Spring, Dale Swanton, Kerry Turner, Bryce Unger, Reggie Vasquez, Robert Wahoski, Steven Watson, Maria Whitlaw, Jordan Wickens, Michelle Young, Leanne Zettler, Dian Perrett

J.M. Young School

CJ Nicholson, Denise Kennedy, Tawny Kerkowich, Trish James, Kathie Roe, Kevin Dagg, Raelyn Pasloski, Amanda Roels, Jennifer Ellis, Irene Conde

R.J. Waugh

Jodi Allen, Susan Barteaux, Claudette Christison, Kristin Clark, Jodi Dickson, Bruce Duguay, Megan Edwards, Daniela Fast, Laura Fast, Dayna Galatiuk, Allison Gensorek, Darin Gibson, Maria Haggerty, Brenda Hofer, Clinton Jeffrey, Regan Manns, Deanna McCorquodale, Blair McIntosh, Jody McLeod, Quinn Melnyk, Karla Mitchell, Paul Natuk, Karen Orchard, Laurie Robson, Emily Rossnagel, Andrea Rowley

Brookdale

Alicia Gawaziuk, Robyn Forsman, Kathie Roe, Jacquie Macdonald, Shanna

Foster, Tanya Lizotte, Shirley Glushek

Carberry Collegiate

Tenley Cameron, Donna Kimacovich, Warren Birch, Scott Brown, Erin Green, Chebri Enns, Courtney Chandler, Lisa Whyte, Becky Birch, Gary Salmon, Justine Burke, Cheryl Snaith, Scott Baker, Brent Boyle, Blaine Hall, Raegan Dyck, Darcy Kendall, Donica Simpson, Andrea Robinson, Tyler Unger, Jody Cupples, Kristen Dickson, Mary-Anne Gosselin, Olena Marnoch, Annette Sippel, Darla Wilcox, Jerilyn Wright, Bruce McCallum, Ryan Robson, Nancy Rowley, Kim Reynolds, Paul Natuk, Randy Parker, Roy Middleton, Trinda Collister, George Major, Cynthia Wood,Lindsay Adriaansen, Claudette Christison

Acadia Colony School

Sarah Blair, Eberhard Hofer, Laura Hofer, Candis Olmstead

Fairway Colony School

Kylie Barnstable, Shaelyn Leflar, Monica Penner

Riverbend Colony School

Jocelyn Barnstable, Leah Bryant, Pam Rempel

Rolling Acres Colony School

Amy Buchanan, Wendy Mah

Sprucewood Colony School

Karla Hall, Janice Maguire, Kathie Roe, Kim Karlicki

Twilight Colony School

Alexa Hulme, Jody Delaloye

Willerton School

Jennifer Leboutillier, Rae-Lynn Jacobsen, Caleb Wollman, Warren Wollmann, Jennifer Bell, Diane Watson

Meet the teachers Pine Creek School Divison

Langruth Elementary School

Bill Banyard, Jocelyn Foxon, Mykala Boisak, Paige Linski, Carter Willis, Jessica Kunzelman

Plumas Elementary School

Alanna Madsen, Mark Dodds, Carter Willis, Shaylyn Johnson, Pam Staples

MacGregor Collegiate Institution

Kyle McKinstry, Carlee Blyth, Mark Borgfjord, Ellie Finch-Chambers, Jen Friesen, Marc Gaudet, Heather Howarth, Jennifer Schroeder, Richard Oswald, Tanya Polasek, Christopher Samels, Wayne Skyhar, Kimberley Tait, Michael Toews, Penny Wilson , Amber Dryda, Alicia Giesbrecht

Austin Elementary School

Jennell Manns, Jaclyn Sheppard, Kathryn Hunt, Donna Thiessen, Lindsay Bereza, Sheridan Oswald, Jeff Dickson, Josh McMillan, Sharla Davey, Tyson Anderson, Michelle Marriott

What parents can do to be more involved at school

Gladstone Elementary School

Alan Warkentin, Devin Hildebrand, Teena DeJaegher, Winnie Ferguson, Amanda Stewart, Fiona Rempel, Tanya McLeod, Wendy Semler, Michelle Warkentin, Dawn Langlois, Lindsae Goertzen, Melissa Buhler

William Morton Collegiate

Shannon Blondeau, Donovan Nemetchek, Paul

Koshel, Mr. Sean Goerzen, Nancy Smith, Emory

Ashcroft, Collin Smith, Jason Lucas, Danielle

Henderson, Cam Watson, Meighan Lawrence, Lindsay

Marchant, Trevor Lang, Nicole Lehmann, Jessie Geisel

MacGregor Elementary School

Bryan Marriott, Connor Nichol, Angela Donald, Michelle Duncan, Adrianna Boychuk, Sheena Frank, Heather Manns, Shannon Mulvey, Corey May, Krystal Nicholls, Tyson Anderson, Kevin Terrick, Debbie Williams, Chloe Winistok, Adrienne Wooley, Shelley Zander, Janet Sims, Jamie Blythe, Judy Waddle, Amanda Penner

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Submitted Metro Creative

Parents can make every effort to encourage children to make the most of the school experience, including academics and extracurricular activities. Though students’ level of engagement is ultimately up to them, parental involvement at school can be crucial for students’ success. According to the National Education Council, when parents get involved in their children’s education, those children are more likely to do better in school and be more positive about the school experience. They also may be well-behaved. Parents wondering what they can do to assist at the school level can consider these possibilities.

Attend school board meetings: Many community school boards are comprised entirely of volunteers who work with superintendents and other personnel to advocate for policies and procedures for students. Decisions typically are up for vote, and parents can run for school board positions or simply attend meetings each month and let their voices be heard about various issues.

Attend open houses and conferences: Parents can make every effort to get to know teachers and other staff. Putting faces to names can help parents develop a connection to teachers and vice versa. Most schools have back to school nights, meet the coaches’ opportunities, open houses, and parent-teacher conferences. Parents can take part in these events.

Open lines of communication: Parents can ask teachers and other staff how they prefer to communicate. Some teachers want students to take the lead and reach out first, with parents providing support if need be. Adults can be responsive when teachers reach out.

Attend school events: Families can make it a point to support students in all endeavors. Whenever the opportunity to visit the school comes up Ñ whether for a concert, sports game, trivia night, or fundraiser Ñ parents can try to attend.

Volunteer: When parents want to be involved even further, they can head committees at school or volunteer with the PTA or PTO. They also can help in the cafeteria, library or in the main office. Parents who have skills may volunteer to provide tutoring or mentoring as needed. Furthermore, parents can volunteer in school-sanctioned extracurriculars, such as Scouts BSA or as sports coaches. Involvement in school is part of being an informed and supportive parent.

Meet the teachers Rolling River School Divison

Tanner's Crossing School

Lindsay Konsorada, Dayton Brown, Shauna Price, Aynsley

Melvin, Erin Szymesko, Charlene Kingdon, Shyla

Yuriy, Erin Madill, Meghan

Scott, Lindsey Proven, Mike

Lamb, Colleen Parrott, Karrie Gerow, Julie Brown, Tyler Martin, Mike Rolling, Whitney Stone-Mathews, Hannah Granger, Kerry Morrice, Tracy Kingdon, Heidi Dyck, Arlana Whittington, David Wolfe, Wendy Radcliffe, Glen Gordon, Meagan Ferguson, Nicole McLenehan, Hayley McCaskill

Minnedosa Collegiate

Veronica Adams, Heidi

Atkinson, Tanis Barrett, Arthur Dornn, Sandra

Enns, Andrew Gugin, Tyler

Jacobson, Rachel ProvenLuhowy, Brayden Stewart, Whitney Stone-Mathews, Krista Storozynsky, David Wolfe

Onanole Elementary

Pam Ryznar, Caitlyn

Clark, Micayla Krahn, Stacey Silverthorn, Scott

Stephenson, Tracy Tyschinski

Elton Collegiate

Mark Geekie, Steven Dyck, Cally Brown, Tyson Buskell, Shandel Chartrand, Lauren Jarvie, Leslie Kowalchuk, Cindy Nylen, Chad Paradis, Theresa Payette, Shara Sanko, Cory Stocks

Rapid City Elementary

Stephanie Hofer, Megan

Belisle, Jolie Bootsman, Graham Edwards, Jodi

Hrymak, Louise MacDonald, Jennifer Pilling, Jennifer

Rempel, Kendra Walker

Rivers Elementary School

Garnet Kinney, Barbara

Carmichael, Riley Cross, Lesly Creighton, Jennifer

Jermey, Lacey Cote, Carrie

Ramsey, Allison Hamm,

Lorraine Hodgson, James

Edwards, Ryan Lamb, Shayla

Heinrichs, Duncan Martin, Janet Rankin, Farryn Ryckman, Cody Wieler, Carissa Hengen

Oak River Elementary

Steven Dyck, Jacqueline Schoonbaert, Graham Edwards

Erickson Elementary

Laurie Bachewich, Colleen Warrington, Kim

Branconnier, Ashleigh

DeMontigny, Jennifer

Kelly, Robyn Kowal, Jodi McCaughan, Nicole Plett, Cortney Prytula, Megan Ross, Justine Wilmot, Rebecca Gray

Erickson Collegiate

Laurie Bachewich, Tricia Robson, Amanda Demontigny, Dakota Johnston, Thomas Mathews, Jeremy Roberts, Gwen Smid, Jennifer Workman, Wendy Harder, Josh Hart, Ruth Frey, Julie Collyer

Forrest Elementary

Chad Stiles, Brooke Bayes, Corinne Topham, Cory Stocks, Erika Fjeldsted, Keely Dyck, Kelly Koshowski, Leslie Kowalchuk, Lisa Lobb, Louise MacDonald, Rhonda Jones, Shandel Chartrand, Shawn Ryckman, Todd Foster, Tracey Drozda, Tyson Buskell

Rivers Collegiate

Mike Klassen, Angela

Roberts, Taryn Luhowy, Jeff Maxwell, Curt Cornish, Tess Stevenson, Christina Gray, Joanna Pratt, Lenea Goriak, Bailee Ploshynsky, Danielle Pilatic, David Wolfe, Carissa Hengen

Douglas Elementary

Lindsay Judd Hill, Megan Belisle, Debra Dingwall, Patricia Fehr, Blair Fortune

Cool Spring Colony School

James Sheppard, Jim Shaw, Kathleen Muirhead, Madison Venter

Deerboine Colony School

Steven Dyck, Graham Edwards, Brianna Workman

Oak River Colony School

Steven Dyck, Graham Edwards, Jason Stahl, Suzanne Wurtz

Westview Colony School

Steven Dyck, Tyler Huff, Graham Edwards

Meet the teachers Turtle River School Divison

Ste. Rose School

Rhonda Buchanan, Sayla Ogg, Lindsay Lepla, Tamara Oversby, Susie Wilkinson, Krystal Paradis, Doug Timlick, Katherine Dupré, Doug Podaima, Marilyn Robbins, Nathan Zadorozny, Matthew Grammatico, Greg Anstett, Marc Hazlewood, Nathan Zadorozny, Shari Shankaruk, Anna Dmytriw, Mike Annetts, Copeland McQuarrie.

Glenella School

Lauren Frohwerk, Julia

Kreutzer, Megan Pilatic, Lindsay Smith, Wendy

Sacharko, Chris Smith, Katrina Barclay, Craig Murray, Alisha Tait, Michaela Stokes.

Alonsa School

Nathan Dmytriw, Amanda

Asham, Wendy Zalluski, Kendell Caumartin, Alexandra Schultz, Kyla Janz, Adam Martin, Sarah Doran, Jeffrey Schwarz, Darlene Grimstead, Matthew Reimer.

École Laurier

Mme Loni Thompson, M. Craig Vandepoele, Ms. Alisha Tait, Mme Christine VanHumbeck , Mme Kristina Pearson, Mme Jeannine Delaurier.

How parents can pick the right backpack

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Students need many different supplies to help them move to the head of the class. Teachers frequently post lists online before school begins or advise students in the early days of the new year. Therefore, parents may want to wait to go back-to-school shopping until they learn what’s needed. There is one piece of gear, however, that students will definitely need: a backpack.

Backpacks have been helping students transport books and other materials to and from school for decades. Backpacks are not a new invention, and they actually predate school. Ötzi, a man whose mummified remains have been traced to the Copper Age, carried an animal fur rucksack during his travels. American Civil War soldiers carried bindles, and Henry Miriam developed one of the first knapsacks for the U.S military in 1877. It wasn’t until the late 1940s that kids started using backpacks for school, as more materials were available to make these bags after World War II. Backpacks are now ubiquitous on school campuses around the world. Backpacks are available in many different sizes and styles. Not all of them are created equal, and some may be better and safer for students than others. Here are some considerations.

• Look for even, secure stitching that will not come undone easily. Inexpensive backpacks may last a few weeks, but a more durable backpack can last the school year and beyond.

• Pass up backpacks with frayed fabric edges that could unravel, says Consumer Reports.

• Opt for backpacks with zippers that have fabric flaps over them to keep water and other elements out of the backpack, helping prolong its life span.

• Consider a synthetic material, which will be lighter to carry and more resistant to water.

• Choose a backpack with lots of compartments that can spread the weight of gear out across the bag.

• Look for bags that have padded backs and straps. The padding should be ventilated, so the backpack will not get very hot when the child is using it.

McCreary School

Jason Nadeau, Tanya Billett, Ashley Lussier, Courtney

Nadeau, Scott Taylor, Krista Speiss, Erin Duchart, Mykayla Kohlman, Jennifer

Sellman, Joaney Lockhart, Daniel MacFarlane, Byron

Billett, Anna Dmytriw, Mike Annetts, Alisha Tait, Copeland McQuarrie, Michaela Stokes, Pat Blake.

• Karena Wu, a physical therapist and owner of ActiveCare Physical Therapy in New York, encourages parents to choose backpacks with tapered straps that will conform better to their children’s bodies. A waist strap can help keep the backpack centered on the child’s torso to help disperse the load.

• If the school allows it, a rolling bag is a great way to prevent strain on the back. Verywell Family says children should carry no more than 15 percent of their bodyweight in the backpack. That means a 60-pound child shouldn’t carry more than 9 pounds.

• Select a backpack that is sized accordingly to the child. It may be tempting to buy the largest one around, but that can be cumbersome and the student may overload it.

• Many students now use laptops or tablets for school. It is a good idea to buy a backpack that has a padded pocket for tech devices to protect them during transport.

Although it may not seem trendy to do so, backpacks should always be worn with all straps in place to distribute weight evenly; otherwise, strain may be placed on one shoulder or side of the body. This, in addition to choosing the right backpack, can keep students comfortable and safe.

MJHL Exhibition game results

Neepawa Titans close out exhibition schedule, look forward to MJHL regular season

The MJHL exhibition season concluded for the Neepawa Titans on Saturday, Sept. 16, versus the Portage Terriers. Though the Terriers closed out the night with the 3-1 win, the Titans still put forth a good effort. Neepawa now looks to the start of the regular season, with a road game in Waywayseecappo on Friday, Sept. 22. The Titans’ home opener will follow the very next night against the Terriers.

Saturday,

Fierce Female Hockey hold camp in Neepawa

By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner

Club 55 Bowling

SEPT 14, 2023: Ladies’ High Single & Triple:

Laurie Kohinski 205 & 491.  Men’s High Single & Triple: Darrell Gabler 245 & 616.  Other scores to note:  Len Pritchard 190, 167; Muriel Porada 176;

Carole LeBoutillier 150, 150; Janice Absteiter 166;

Elsie Slimmon 157, 158;

Darrell Gabler 176, 195;

Vivian Oswald 174, 153; Eleanor Scott 162.

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Fierce Female Hockey came to Neepawa on Sat. Sept 16 at Neepawa’s Yellowhead Centre. Organizer Amy Doerksen said, “The Fierce Family grew again! With every camp we meet new and amazing Fierce Females doing incredible things to grow female sport in our communities. I’m grateful and always humbled by people’s interest in stepping up and taking part.”

And step up they did as 80 plus girls came out to the one day camp and 30 plus volunteers stepped up as on-ice leaders and for off-ice activities.

Encouraging females to embrace the game

In an interview with the Neepawa Banner & Press, Fierce Female Hockey coordinator Amy Doerksen of Brandon said, “It was great to come to Neepawa and work with so many people, including Marla

Steen. Marla and I played hockey together and went to high school together in Minnedosa.”

Fierce Female held three earlier camps and Doerksen said, “The aim is to encourage females to play hockey, gain confidence and engage with coaching and leadership.” The camp had sessions on more than on-ice hockey including some gymnastics and art classes.

PHOTO BY CASPER WEHRHAHN

PHOTO BY KEN WADDELL

The instructors out on the ice with some local skaters, who attended the Fierce Female Hockey public skate.

PHOTO BY CASPER WEHRHAHN

Fierce Female Hockey representatives, from left to right: Jasmine Pounder, Jen Forbes, Amy Doerksen (owner), Kateri Mills and Bonnie Mills.

NACI begins its soccer season

Hole in one!

The Neepawa Tigers Girls Soccer Club.

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The shift into autumn means that it’s time for the Neepawa Tigers to kick off their high school soccer schedule. The girls’ squad has already played several exhibition matchups, as well as two league games versus the Minnedosa Chancellors. The first regular season game was Neepawa’s home opener on Sept. 14, which ended up being a 3-1 loss to Minnedosa.

The Tigers followed that up, however, with a more impressive effort on the road, defeating the Chancellors by that same 3-1 score on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at MREC Field in Minnedosa.

The next big test for the Tigers will be this weekend, when they host the Neepawa Girls Soccer Tournament. The event is set for Saturday, Sept. 23, and features clubs from Neepawa, Swan Valley, Stonewall and Morden.

Tigers coach Jennifer Byram said they are looking forward to the challenge hosting this tournament will provide.

“We are excited to be able to play at home this weekend in front of friends and family. It has been quite some time since NACI has hosted a tournament. We will be playing teams we haven’t played this year in Morden, Stonewall and Swan River,” said Byram.

The first game for Neepawa is at 9:30 a.m. versus the Morden Thunder. The Tigers will return to the

pitch at 2:00 p.m. to play Stonewall, and then close out the round robin at 5:00 p.m against Swan Valley. All games will take place at the soccer field, located just east of the Yellowhead Centre. Everyone is invited to attend and cheer on the local squad.

Boys Soccer

The NACI Boys Soccer Club has also begun their season. In league play, the Tigers have played Minnedosa twice. In the home opener on Sept. 14, NACI was bested 6-0. In the return

match-up in Minnedosa on Spet. 19, NACI was blanked 1-0.

The Boys team is also playing their local tournament this Saturday, hosting clubs from Swan Valley Stonewall and Frontier Mosakahiken.

The first game for the Neepawa Boys is 9:30 a.m. against Frontier Mosakahiken. The Tigers also play at 2:00 p.m. to play Stonewall, and then close out the round robin at 5:00 p.m against Swan Valley. All the boys games will take place at the Flats throughout the day.

NGCC Sunflower Classic

Championship

Flight

2nd Lindsay Jordan Erin McCartney 72

3rd Danielle Bell Lorilee Harris 73

4th Shauna Danyluk Cheryle Roscoe 74

First Flight

1st Angela Thiessen Mary Ann Kasprick 83

2nd Jean Ungarian Cathy Bass 83

3rd Evelyn Beyette Pat Gilmore 84

4th Marg Patrick Linda Nay Kamann 84

Second Flight

1st Kristin Mclellan Michelle Funk 90

2nd Janice Meadows Iris Anderson 90

3rd Bernadette Chabot Dianne Johnson 91

4th Judy Davidson Eleanor Muir 92

PHOTO COURTESY OF

NEEPAWA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

1st Carolyn Hardy Carla Richardson 69

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For Sale

1 plot in the Neepawa Riverside Cemetery. I am asking $1,000.00 The plot number Lot 18 Block 11 Range 28. If interested to buy call Karen at 204-476-6256.

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Obituary

Donald Robert Ferguson

October 25, 1930 to September 17, 2023

Don was born at the onset of the Dirty 30s on the farm near Halbrite, Saskatchewan, second child of five, to Mabel and Bill Ferguson. The Ferguson family moved to Winnipeg in 1941 in search of opportunities. Following school, Don moved to Minnedosa to work for John Gingles who had started a TV repair business. Here Don met Marian Brown, daughter of Ed and Florence (Rose) Brown and they married May 7, 1955, in her parents' home.

In 1956, the young couple moved to BC in search of work, where their daughter Lorraine was born. A few years later, they moved back to Manitoba and their two sons, Dave then Pat, were born. Don worked at Canada Telecom and Wire in Winnipeg until 1968 when they moved to the farm just outside Minnedosa.

Family was important to Dad and influenced his decisions about work and schooling as an adult. It was important to him to be able to come home to family each night, so when, at age 39, Don decided to go back to school, he chose Assiniboine Community College. There he took his high school upgrading and went on to gain a certificate in Radio and TV Servicing. He opened his own TV and Radio repair and sales business in town then later ran Don’s Electronics out of his converted garage until retiring at 65. He regularly joined the rest of the retirees down at the local coffee shop, swapping stories and the latest gossip.

Don had many interests and hobbies. He played guitar and spent hours jamming with friends. He played hockey with the "Old Timers" league and spent many more hours travelling the countryside, metal detecting with friends, many of whom are gone now. He loved the outdoors and his interests often reflected that. Fond memories of moonlight skating as a family on the slough in the dead of winter and family hiking or camping trips stand out. For years, Dad could be seen jogging the country roads around home and at 90 years old when dementia had advanced, he still tried to walk every day. His interests spanned from wildlife to UFOs, family genealogy to taking photos, usually of wildlife and the outdoors.

Dad had a sharp mind and a sense of humour, often cracking jokes. He enjoyed crossword puzzles until a combination of Alzheimer's Disease and vascular dementia took those skills away. The dementia advanced and eventually Dad had to go into care. We are deeply grateful for the wonderful care Dad received from the countless staff and volunteers at Country Meadows Personal Care Home in Neepawa, who often treated him like their own grandpa.

Dad died peacefully at the age of 92 on September 17 at Neepawa General Hospital, with his daughter by his side.

Many thanks to Dr. Kelly and nurses Kristen and Allie for their kindness during Dad’s final hours. He was predeceased by his parents, and 3 of his 4 sisters: Grace Scramsted, Leona Pelletier and Gloria Litwinowich.

Surviving Don are his wife Marian of 68 years, daughter Lorraine and husband Grant Kaczor and their children and grandchildren, sons Dave and Pat. Also surviving are his youngest sister Edith Berube of Alberta, plus many nieces and nephews.

A public service will be held on Saturday, September 23, at 2:00 pm at the Minnedosa Cemetery, with Kathy Platt officiating. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the CancerCare Manitoba or the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.

White's Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements. www.whitesfh.ca

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For Sale

For sale: 3 plots in Neepawa Riverside Cemetery. I am asking $1,100 per plot. The value of a plot is $1,375 if purchased directly from the cemetery. If interested to buy one or more call Brenda at 1-204-841-3787. ––––––––––

For Rent

Apartment for rent. Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-841-4419

Two bedroom, one bathroom apartment at Stewart House in Minnedosa. The apartment is in a quiet 12-plex apartment block and is a 55+ building for a single or couple. The apartment includes AC, a plug-in parking stall, fridge, stove, in-buiding laundry, secure entrance into the building, storage room, deck and more. Rent is $1,050./month plus hydro. Water is included with the rent. No smokers or pets. A one-year lease is necessary and references required. For more information or to book a viewing call 204-826-2184.

Help Wanted

We are looking for 11 experienced (2-3 yrs), seasonal applicants to work on a bee farm as an Apiary Technician in Neepawa, MB. 11 applicants from March 1 to November 15, 2024. Must be able to work full time, including evenings & weekends. Duties include: unwrapping/ wrapping, queen rearing, making nucs, feeding, medicating, supering, pulling honey, extracting crop, maintain/ assemble equipment, etc. Positions are physically demanding and must be able to handle heavy loads, work in a fast- paced environment with a combination of walking, standing, bending, crouching and kneeling for extended periods. Positions are mostly outdoors when hot and dusty, wet/ damp. $15.30-19.75/ hour for 30-65 hours/week. Benefits include: Workers comp. & vacation pay. Please mail resume to: Mike Grysiuk Honey Farms Ltd, Box 1483, Neepawa, MB, R0J 1H0

Thank You

The family of Karen Bartram would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Krzyzaniak and the staff of the Neepawa Hospital for all the care and comfort that was provided to Karen and her family during her short stay. Special thanks to Touchwood and the community of Neepawa for all the support provided to Karen over the 39 years that she spent there. Thank you to Touchwood for the very touching memorial that they hosted. It was all very much appreciated.

Obituary

Charlotte “Joyce” Johnston

Charlotte "Joyce" Johnston

was born on July 24, 1927, to Dave and Vera Patterson at home in the Helston District. She passed peacefully in her sleep on Sept. 7, 2023 at Boundary Trails Hospital in Winkler, Man. Joyce married Robert William Johnston on Oct. 23, 1948 and they raised 4 sons.

Left to mourn her passing are sons Alan (Joan), Andy (Debbie), Larry (Francyne), grandchildren Stephen, Ryan, Justin, Sandra (Adam), great grandchildren Rylene and Haydn, sisters Norma Wiebe, Catherine Smith, brothers Alex (Elsie), Alan, Frank (Joan), brother in law John Uhrin, numerous nieces and nephews and their families.

"Grandma" said she had spent her whole life living with a veteran. Her dad, David served in WWI and her husband Bob served in WWII. She joined the Legion Ladies Auxillary 110 in Gladstone in 1969 and enjoyed cooking and baking for events, working at bingo and playing bingo as well.

Joyce enjoyed traveling, refinishing old furniture (and building some) sewing, knitting, and crocheting. Many people were the recipients of some of her beautiful and practical pieces.

Joyce was pre-deceased by her parents Dave and Vera, her husband Bob and youngest son Ken, sisters Jean Uhrin, Alice and her husband Grant, Rita and her husband Jip, brothers Robbie and his wife Esther, Donald and his wife Lena, Jim and his wife Jean, brothers-inlaw Grenville Smith and Bill Wiebe, sister-in-law Joan (Chandler) Patterson.

A service will be held at a later date. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to Central Plains Cancer Services.

Clarke’s Funeral Home Gladstone/MacGregor in care of arrangements. REST IN PEACE MOM, GRANDMA, GREAT GRANDMA

For Sale or Rent

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

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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

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

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Auctions

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Announcement

Coming Events

Fall Craft Sale

A Margaret Laurence Home Fundraiser

Saturday, September 23

Neepawa Legion Hall • 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Admission $2.00

Help Wanted

Neepawa Chicken Chef is seeking a full-time Assistant Restaurant Manager to work with the current Manager to lead all aspects of the business by delivering a high-quality, healthy menu and motivating team members to provide excellent customer service. Assistant manager responsibilities include ensuring efficient restaurant operation, as well as maintain high production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards. We’ll expect you to lead by example and uplift our staff during busy moments in our fast-paced environment. Ultimately, you will ensure our restaurant runs smoothly and customers have pleasant dining experiences.

Please send a cover letter and resume to payablesneepawacc@gmail.com

Only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.

invites applications for a part-time Educational Assistant at Hazel M. Kellington School

This position will be full days (5.75 hours per day) every other day.

Duties will commence on a mutually agreed upon date. The successful candidate must complete a Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check.

Previous applicants must submit an updated cover letter and resume.

Send application including references by NOON, Monday, September 25th, 2023 to:

Julie Van Kommer

Coordinator

Sunday, October 1, 2023

4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Arden Community Hall

Adults: $20.00 • 10 yrs & Under: $10.00

Menu: Turkey and all the fixings

Arden Community Fall Supper Arden Pub Night

Fri. September 29 at 6:30 pm

Arden Curling Club

Pulled Pork & Bombers Game • $10

Help Wanted

PRIVATE HOMECARE OPPORTUNITY

ONANOLE

Services required daily for client in wheelchair.

Various shifts needed (Morning/Afternoon/ Evening).

Current CPR and First Aid.

English Literacy required, verbal and written with clear communication.

Valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle

For Assisting in home with:

• Daily personal care

• Transfers (Wheelchair)

• Daily Exercises (Training provided)

Formal HCA, PSW or similar would be an asset

Please submit resumes along with three work related references to wdselfcare@gmail.com

For additional information, call 204-851-5650

Help Wanted

Meal Program Coordinator

Gladstone Senior Support offers congregate meals to older adults in the community on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This is a contracted position funded through Southern Health.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Completion (or ability to obtain) and maintenance of the Food Handler’s Certificate.

2. Experience working with seniors is desirable.

3. Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle with third party liability.

4. Must possess excellent English communication skills (listening, speaking, and writing).

5. Maintains a clear Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Adult/Child Abuse Registry Check.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

a. Plan daily menu following Canada’s Food Guide

b. Prepare grocery list and do shopping

c. Initiate and supervise preparation of food

d. Assure pleasant atmosphere

e. Assist with meal delivery

f. Comply with Food and Food Handling Establishment Regulations under The Public Health Act, including maintaining sanitization standards and food storage

g. Assist in periodic pricing of meals to ensure quality and variety of meals are being provided in a cost effective way

b. Keep records of all purchases and other expenses

h. Other duties as assigned

Resumes and cover letters will be accepted until October 13 at 16:00.

Submit to info@gladstoneseniorsupport.com

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COMPOST PICKUP

The Town of Neepawa Public Works staff will begin spring compost pickup—leaves and yard waste in COMPOSTABLE (PAPER) BAGS ONLY and small/short bundles of branches.

Pickup will be Mondays ‐ Sept. 18 & 25

Tuesdays—Oct 3 & 10

Mondays—Oct 16, 23, & 30, Nov 6

Please place your compost in a neat pile on the boulevard at the front of your property. You may take your own compost to the compost site, located on Hurrell Road, North of the cemetery and follow signage. Residents are reminded that household garbage is not allowed at the compost site and violators will be fined.

As per By‐Law No. 3166‐16, no person shall sweep, dump or otherwise deposit leaves, grass clippings, branches or any other li�er into any gu�er, boulevard, street, or other public place.

�enis Sa�uet, C.E.T., Mana�e� o� Ope�a�ons Box 339, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Ph. 204‐476‐7600

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL for the Commercial Development of 417 First Ave, Neepawa, MB

The Town of Neepawa, MB is seeking Request for Proposal (RFP) from firms who are interested in the purchase and development of 417 First Ave, Neepawa. The fully serviced lot measures 126.5’ x 99’. It is the cleared site of the former Neepawa Fire Hall. The parcel is zoned Commercial Central.

RFP documents are available at ChooseNeepawa. ca and at the Town Office. Developers interested in this opportunity must submit their RFP prior to 1pm on Oct 2, 2023 to the attention of:

Marilyn Crewe, Economic Development Officer

Town of Neepawa

275 Hamilton St

Neepawa, MB R0H 1J0

Phone: 204.476.7607

Cell: 204.212.0945 Fax: 204.476.7624 edo@neepawa.ca

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES MUNICIPALITY OF WESTLAKE-GLADSTONE

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 23rd day of October, 2023, at the hour of 2:00 PM, at Municipality of WestLakeGladstone, 14 Dennis St. East, Gladstone, MB, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties:

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION

SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH CYPRESS-LANGFORD

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 25th day of October, 2023, at the hour of 9:00 AM, at Municipality of North CypressLangford, 316-4th Avenue, Carberry, MB, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties:

108650 THE NW 1/4 OF SECTION 28-11-15 WPM EXC THE WLY 1320

L -$134,600 $4,381.16

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 WESTLAKE-GLADSTONE as follows:

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

i) 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

ii) A fee in the amount $498.75 ($475 + 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 13th day of September, 2023.

Managed by:

Chief Administrative Officer

FEET PERP - DESC NW28-11-15W

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 exercises 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 NORTH CYPRESS-LANGFORD 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 $498.75 ($475 + 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 14th day of September, 2023.

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On the campaign trail

Editor’s note: The following articles have been submitted by the political parties and/or the candidates currently running to be the next MLA of Agassiz

Submitted: Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba

Building on historic investments into health care, a reelected P.C. government will invest $40 million into a permanent recruitment fund to expand Manitoba’s rural health-care workforce and meet priority needs for Manitobans.

Jodie Byram, PC candidate for Agassiz, said “The Health Human Resources Action Plan (HHRAP) was meant to bring more healthcare professionals into the system, and I’m proud to announce that it was a resounding success. More than 2,000 health-care professionals are now on board in Manitoba. That’s what a stable, experienced government delivers,” said Jodie Byram, P.C. candidate for Agassiz. “This new fund for rural communities will build on the success of our recruitment and retention efforts by providing a stable, permanent fund to

continue strengthening our workforce.”

The recruitment funding will help ensure staff coverage at the new $127-million Neepawa Hospital, which includes an expanded emergency room, 63 acute care beds, and more space for surgery, diagnostics, and palliative care, as well as chemotherapy and ambulatory care, Byram noted. The project is at risk if the NDP form government, she said.

“Wab Kinew has promised to build almost a dozen new medical facilities without committing to the existing projects underway, without strategic planning or clinical backing, and with absolutely no indication on how he plans to staff them,” Byram said. “Not only is the PC health capital plan fully costed, it’s already underway.”

“We know that health care wasn’t broken overnight and that it can’t be fixed over-

night, no matter what other political parties say. With the new Rural Health Care Recruitment Fund, PCs have a plan to add staffing capacity to the health-care system, whereas the NDP just have cynical, vote-buying promises—with no plan on how to staff all these new facilities, in the middle of a worldwide staffing crisis.”

Byram added that the multi-year, over $3-billion health capital plan currently underway has the backing of clinical experts and health leadership. Kinew has promised almost $3 billion in new spending already without committing to continue the investments.

“Wab simply can’t do it without cutting projects or raising your taxes,” Byram said. The PCs will also establish an $80-million healthcare recruitment fund for Winnipeg. The provincial election will be held on Oct. 3, 2023.

Submitted: Keystone Party of Manitoba

Anew name has emerged in Manitoba’s political landscape, with Mark Wilson running as candidate in the Agassiz district under the Keystone Party banner.

Concerned that existing legacy parties in Manitoba were not representing local values and interests, the Keystone Party was recently formed as a grassroots movement aimed at restoring local participation. Reaching out to farmers, home-makers, professionals and business owners, and hearing the need for a new approach by empowering constituent’s voices, a core team led by Kevin Friesen of Manitou drafted the party’s constitution. This road-mad – unique to provincial politics, and passed at the Keystone convention this summer – was designed to enshrine a clear set of principles and ensure a responsible system of checksand-balances.

Since then, Constituency Assemblies have been meeting with an eye to this fall’s provincial election, including the Agassiz district, a region incorporating Neepawa,

Kelwood, Glenella, Sandy Bay, Gladstone, Westbourne, Carberry, Austin, MacGregor, and Treherne.

Recently, Mark Wilson, a farrier with a practice in the Austin area, stepped forward to let his name stand as candidate.

“I believe it’s important to refocus on the core values that underscore our region,” Wilson recently explained. “We need a renewed shift toward solid economic principles, recognizing the importance of the agriculture sector, and upholding the foundations of freedom so that individuals and communities can prosper.”

Wilson and his wife Patricia, who have been married for twelve years and have five children, are concerned about the province’s future.

“Our province is rich in potential,” Wilson elaborated. “From agriculture to energy to being a vital hub for regional trade and transportation, and with people ready and eager to build and grow. And the Agassiz region exemplifies this;from the growth evident in Neepawa to the strength of

communities throughout the region. But unless there’s new thinking in the legislature, coupled with the real desire to see Manitoban’s succeed, we as a province will not realize our full potential – it’s time to change that.”

This new mindset, Wilson said, needs to be reflected in accountable leadership.

“Earlier this year, at our annual convention, we passed resolutions on a range of important issues, including how citizen empowerment is linked to governmental responsibility. One statement brings the Keystone principles home: ‘Manitoban’s are capable, intelligent people who run viable households and businesses, maintain and support their communities, and treat one another with dignity and respect. We have a right to expect no less from our elected representatives’.”

As Wilson explained, the Keystone road-map is poised to re-shape provincial politics for the better, and the voters of the Agassiz region are essential to make this happen.

Gladstone celebrates 100th Anniversary and Rededication of Cenotaph

By Joel Asselstine Neepawa Banner & Press

On July 1st, 1923, Gladstone’s War Memorial was unveiled, featuring a stunning hand-sculpted statue made of pure white Carrera marble from Italy.

This particular location in Gladstone held significant importance, as it was the intersection of the two main roads, including the old highway, and two railways. This strategic placement ensured that anyone who visited Gladstone would be greeted by this magnificent monument. Interestingly, to make this spot truly special, the town requested the help of 100 farmers to bring soil to build up the land. This act not only made it a symbol of Gladstone, but also a piece of everyone’s home.

Fast forward 100 years to Sept. 19, 2023, and the Gladstone Legion #110 celebrated its anniversary with a remarkable rededication of the Cenotaph. Leading the procession were long-standing Legion members Loretta Mayor and Orviel Moore, riding in an RCMP vehicle. Behind them, the Gladstone Legions Colour party proudly marched, joined by enthusiastic students from both Gladstone Elementary and William Morton Collegiate.

Fuel Good for a good cause

However, a twist of fate fitting of why the location was chosen caused a minor delay in the rededication ceremony. As a train happened to stop on the tracks just as the procession approached, resulting in a 15-minute delay.

The ceremony commenced with Comrade Beavington delivering warm greetings and sharing historical insights. This was followed by a heartfelt address from Comrade Otto. Then, two students from William Morton Collegiate took turns reading

the names of the 79 brave men who lost their lives in the Great War (WW1), the European War (WW2), and the Korean War and Comrade Otto solemnly read the name of the nurse who made the ultimate sacrifice in the Great War. The ceremony concluded with the playing of the Last Post, a moment of silence, and then the sound of the Reveille. A wreath was placed in honour of the fallen, and the gathering closed with “God Save the King.”

Lively conversation at Agassiz Candidates Forum in Neepawa

Continued from Page 2

Despite having only half the candidates available, the discussion throughout the nearly two hour event was lively and informative. The topics discussed ranged from how to deal with child poverty and housing shortages in rural Manitoba; to health care, rural cellular service and infrastructure support. All three candidates explained their party’s platform on the issue, as well as their own perspective on these topics. Some of these topics were from prepared questions, while others were brought forward from the audience.

At the conclusion of the event, Neepawa and District Chamber of Commerce president Kerri MacPherson noted to the Banner & Press that the Chamber was happy with the overall response.

“[The Chamber] were quite happy with

just how the forum turned out. There were a large number of people who attended and were engaged in the process. That’s what you like to see from the members of the community,” said MacPherson. “We felt it was quite important for constituents of the riding to be able to ask questions of the candidates and hear their responses and see how genuine they are about the topics we discussed.”

The Agassiz Candidates Forum was broadcast live on Monday night by NACTV. It will air again on the channel on Monday, Sept. 25 at 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 3:25 p.m. and Thursday, Sept. 28 at 1:20 p.m. As well, it can be viewed right now online at the NACTV YouTube channel. As for the Manitoba General Election itself, it is scheduled for Oct. 3.

Co-op’s Fuel Good Day fundraising event kicked off on the morning of Sept. 19 at the Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op Gas Bar in Neepawa. The fundraiser, which started in 2017, donates 10¢ per litre sold to a selected beneficiary. The beneficiary for Neepawa’s 2023 event is the Neepawa Handi-Van. As part of the festivities, everyone was also welcome to enter a 50/50 draw (top left) and pick up a hot dog and drink (top right). Pictured above: Some of the event’s supporters sit and enjoy their meal in the day’s fair weather.

PHOTO BY JOEL ASSELSTINE

PHOTOS BY CASPER WEHRHAHN

Tee-ing off in support of STARS Brews’ Bros raising visibility

Stride Credit Union hosted its inaugural fundraising golf tournament on Sept. 14. The event was held at the Neepawa Golf and Country Club, with funds raised benefitting the STARS Air Ambulance. “I’m very excited to be able to be here and garner

community support for a very worthwhile and important beneficiary such as STARS,” said Stride Credit Union CEO Brent Budz.

Pictured left: Fore! This golfer watches the ball fly down the green.

Top: STARS representatives Colleen Mayor (STARS director of fundraising), Tracey Mowdy and Angele Cuthbertson.

PHOTO BY KEN WADDELL

Brew’s Bros, the popular restaurant on Mountain Avenue in downtown Neepawa is upping the game on the visibility front. Located in the historic Odd Fellows hall, Brews’ Bros has become a local favourite restaurant and a destination spot for tourists as well. While the large new signs area stand out, owner Mark Mitchell said, “Wait ’til you see the new paint colours.” The vintage trim on the windows, doors and facade will be returned to their original colours and at press time the painting had begun. The restaurant also underwent a major expansion and renovation in 2020.

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