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Plaque presentation will honour instrumental medical clinic developers

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

A meaningful celebration will be held at the Beautiful Plains Community Medical Clinic this week. On Dec. 9, the date of this week’s paper, at 6:00 p.m., two plaques honouring Dr. George Ong and Arnie Suski will be presented.

“It’s going to be a small gathering, honouring two people who have devoted so much time to developing this clinic,” said John Nelson, Neepawa citizen rep resentative on the Neepawa and District

Community Medical Committee.

Nelson added, “Dr. Ong has advised us through many stages of the clinic’s de velopment, and is retiring after 50 years of practice. [The late] Arnie was an original member of our committee and was com mittee chair for many years. We miss the wonderful leadership and on-site help he provided.”

The small celebration is intended to honour both individuals and all they have done, for the clinic and the community, in a respectful manner.

Carberry chilly, but cheery!

Many braved the cold in Carberry recently for the community’s annual Santa Parade this month. Pictured above: Students and teachers from the Carberry Collegiate were bundled up on their float.

2022 Sponsors

We are very humbled by the support the Little Valley Jamboree has received in this our 25th anniversary year. With the support of all donors and jamboree supporters we were able to give over $52,000 to this years recipients split between Cain Burgess, Matthew Maxwell, Wyatt Bouchard & Aria & Brie Hall.

We thank all sponsors, donors & volunteers. We couldn’t do this without you.

Special thanks to the Jam Committee that keeps everything running smoothly.

Huge thanks to Tyler Glen & Cam Bennett who were beyond amazing hosts.

Lastly, a big thanks to the bands that volunteered their time and talent, The Lazy Creek Express, Steven Smith Trio, The Chapman’s, The McKillop’s, Matt Cory & Cy Aurthurson, Better Than, Valley Women, Crossfyre, No Maintenance, Smith & Wesson & The Aberdeen Turkey’s.

If we’ve missed any one we apologize.

Our sincere thanks, we hope to see you all again next year.

The Little Valley Jamboree Committee

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• Beatty's XTR Service - Erickson • Beaver Truck Centre - Brandon • Brenda AbelMinnedosa • Brian & Pat Skatch. - Minnedosa • Building Life Skills - Perth, Australia

• Cargil- Dauphin • Chocolate Fox - Clear Lake • Christine Robinson - Carberry • Cj’s Snack Shack & Mini Golf - Rivers • Clarence & Sharon Larsen - Erickson • Clear Lake Golf Course - Clear Lake • Compass Credit Union- Erickson • Cornell Vanderhulst - Brandon

• Crocus Builders - Clanwilliam • Crossroads This Week - Shoal Lake • Dari Isle Drive In - Minnedosa • Darren Beatty Landscape & Excavation - Onanole • Darren Dauphinais & Harvey Sillen - Clanwilliam • Darwin & Gail McTavish - Minnedosa • Dave & Jackie Nylen- Minnedosa • Embroidery By Design - Dauphin • Enjoy Salon & Spa - Minnedosa

• Enns Brothers - Neepawa • Erickson Avesta Brödbutik - Erickson • Erickson Dental Clinic - Erickson • Erickson Nurses Union - Erickson • Erickson Public Library- Erickson

• Farm Credit Canada (FCC) - Dauphin • Farmhouse 50 - Minnedosa • Farmery Estate Brewery - Neepawa • Femme Fatale Beauty Co.- Minnedosa • Fraser Auction Services Ltd. - Brandon • Forbidden Flavours - Brandon • Four Seasons Repair - Minnedosa • Foxtail Cafe - Onanole • Giant Car & Truck Wash - Brandon • Gill & Schmall AgenciesNeepawa • Goodon Industries Ltd. - Boissevain • Gordon Levandoski - Riding Mountain • Grandview Small Motor - Grandview • Green Spot Cottage Country- Onanole • Gwen Usick RE/MAX Prairie Mountain- Minnedosa • HairWorks By Colleen - Minnedosa • Hazel M Kellington School Staff - Neepawa • Heartland Livestock- Brandon • Hepson Equipment- Brandon • Heritage Co-op - Minnedosa • Hillside Plumbing & HeatingMinnedosa • Home Hardware - Minnedosa • Husky Energy Marketing PartnershipMinnedosa • Ian & Dianne Owen - Perth, Australia • Ian & Lorrie Dyer - Rivers • Ingrid & Courtney Currah - Minnedosa • Inland Truck & Equipment- Brandon • Inspire Studio - Minnedosa • It’s Time Apparel & Promotions - Neepawa • JPB Repair- Minnedosa • Julie Hutton- Minnedosa • Jumperoo - Brandon • K.K Penner Tire Centre - Brandon • Karen Dmytriw-Minnedosa • Ken Beatty Construction - Onanole • Kirk’s ServiceMinnedosa • KIS Salon - Minnedosa • K.K. Penner Tire Centers Inc - Neepawa • KS Hunters Barbershop - Minnedosa • La Bella Terra Greenhouse - Minnedosa • Liberty Physiotherapy- Minnedosa • Liz Burton - Minnedosa • Look Music - Brandon • Main Street Cafe - Minnedosa • Merrick Construction Ltd. - Erickson • Midnight Metalworks - Minnedosa • Mike & Nancy Kryshewsky • Minnagro - Minnedosa • Minnedosa Bowl - Minnedosa • Minnedosa Golf &

Aria & Brie Hall

Wyatt Bouchard & family with Evelyn Lewandoski

Matthew Maxwell & family with Evelyn Lewandoski

Cain Burgess & family with Little Valley Jamboree committee members Terry Woychyshyn, Shawn & Marni Turchinski

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1982: Neepawa court building now a designated historic site

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

110 years ago, Tuesday, December 10, 1912

A sterilizer was added last week to the Neepawa hospital equipment, the price of which was gathered by young lady “taggers” during the Neepawa exhibition last July.

100 years ago, Friday, December 8, 1922

Daniel Byers, who has been visiting his daughter, Mrs. Killpatrick, since June returned to his home at Listowel on Tuesday.

90 years ago, Friday, December 9, 1932

Riding Mountain: There has been one man stalking out community the past week, who finds a welcome nowhere. His name is familiar to many, namely Jack Frost.

80 years ago, Thursday, December 10, 1942

Pte. C. W. Spratt, who has been training for a fitter overseas, reports he has passed and is now in the workshops. His brother, Sgt. H. F. Spratt, who is a P.I.W., has received mail from home and is well, he sends his regards to all his friends.

The lieutenant-governors and the leaders of three Christian faiths in Canada have extended their patronage to the Canadian Aid to Russia Fund it was announced by J. S. McLean, chairman of the fund.

Riding Mountain: Mr. and Mrs. J. Majury and family, of Amaranth, visited during the weekend with Pte. and Mrs. A. Yates.

70 years ago, Thursday, December 11, 1952

Citizens of Neepawa and a wide territory surrounding the town mourn the sudden passing, early Sunday afternoon, of Dr. George H. MacDonald, who has practiced dentistry here

since 1908.

Arden: Seven boys from Arden have joined the RCAF cadet class at Neepawa. They are: W. Wilkinson, L. Lees, W. McIntyre, B. Francis, G. Storey, D. McKinnon and H. Seddon.

60 years ago, Friday, December 7, 1962

The Road Runners Custom Car Club of Neepawa is in danger of folding up. Formed two years ago, the club has received little support and has suffered from small membership and a lack of operating funds.

50 years ago, Thursday, December 7, 1972

Glenella: Congratulations to Allan Wilson and Stanisley Panek whose wedding took place Saturday, Dec. 2, at Christ the King Church, Glenella. The reception and dance was held in the Centennial Hall.

40 years ago, Thursday, December 9, 1982

At a press conference in Neepawa, Dec. 3, Hon. A. R. (Pete) Adam announced the designation of the County Court Building as a historical site…

Adam said the history of the County Court Building illustrates the past and future enterprise and farsightedness of citizens of Neepawa and municipalities of Rosedale and Langford.

The building committee, responsible for renovation plans for the County Court Building has chosen the architects who will initiate designs for the renovations to the interior of the building, said committee spokesman Jack White.

30 years ago, Tuesday, December 8, 1992

The Yellowhead Manor was the scene of the celebration of the 60th wedding anniversary of Frank and Beatrice Szucki on Nov. 14, 1992. They were married on that date

in Polonia in 1932 at St. Elizabeth’s Roman Catholic Church.

20 years ago, Monday, December 9, 2002

AproposalbytheNeepawa and Area Development Corporation to develop lowcost housing and community daycare at a cost of nearly $900,000 is being met with mixed reaction from the

sector it is intended to serve.

While some business owners said a daycare would help them attract and possibly retain employees, the housing project has been greeted with far less enthusiasm.

The Central Manitoba Regional Health Authority is working on an agreement to restore emergency services to Gladstone’s Seven Regions Health Centre on a

I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— just as the Father knows me and I know the Father— and I lay down my life for the sheep.. John 10:14-15 (New International

part-time basis.

Peter Cottingham of Neepawa is the latest recipient of a Commemorative Medal for the Queen’s Golden Jubilee.

The medal recognizes long-time community service…

Two other Neepawa residents, Homer Gill and Eleanor Nicholson received commemorative medals in

October.

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 respon sibility of the archivist for the current version of the Neepawa Banner & Press.

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The Beautiful Plains County Court Building in Neepawa was officially designated a historic site on Dec. 9 in 1982. The photo above shows, from left to right: reeve Merv Drayson, reeve Bud Birch, Hon. Pete A. Adam, mayor Homer Gill and councillor Jack White.

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This ad from Williams Tomboy was printed in the Dec. 7, 1972 edition of The Press.

Perspectives

By Chad Carpenter

More rules doesn’t mean better results

Ifind it interesting that there are 10 truck loads of lava per second coming out of the Mauna Loa volcano in Hawaii. Wonder what that does to warming up the atmosphere and to the carbon levels? Guess everyone has to shut down their furnaces in Canada to compensate for the Hawaii volcano. There are 1,350 active volcanoes in the world, plus a bunch more under the oceans.

• Just love how some people rail against the use of oil, but don’t seem to want to shut down the gas line to their home or office. It’s pretty simple to shut off the gas meter, but it’s a lot easier to complain about farmers fuelling their tractors to grow food.

• It was drawn to my attention that Prime Minister Trudeau said he would seize guns, but has backed off a bit now by saying he didn’t mean hunters’ guns. I am personally sick and tired of Trudeau and this whole gun debate. It has been going on for decades, has solved nothing, cost millions of dollars and crime is still climbing. If a person commits a violent crime with a gun, put them in jail forever. It would cost less and be more effective.

• It was good to hear that a recent assault in Winnipeg on a woman was thwarted when the victim killed the assailant. It has been deemed self defence. Too bad that doesn’t happen more often.

• Seems that Montreal Canadians goaltender, Carey Price, is in hot water for posting a picture of himself in hunting gear and holding a rifle. The timing was a bit awkward, as

Right in the Centre

Ken Waddell

it was on Dec. 6, 32 years ago, that the tragic Montreal massacre took place. Just to refresh memories, here is what is posted on the web about that event:

“Perpetrator Marc Lépine, armed with a legally obtained Ruger Mini14 semi-automatic rifle and hunting knife, entered a mechanical engin eering class at the École Polytech nique. He ordered the women to one side of the classroom, and instructed the men to leave. After claiming that he was “fighting feminism”, he shot all nine women in the room, killing six. The shooter then moved through corridors, the cafeteria, and another classroom, specifically targeting women to shoot for just under 20 minutes. He killed eight more women before committing suicide.”

After that event, the federal gov ernment embarked on a huge gun control effort that cost millions and has accomplished little. Isn’t it strange that Lepine purchased the gun legally and that he was able to convince the men to leave?

•People intent on evil will get guns, legally or otherwise, and attempt whatever evil action enters their minds.

•Seems to me that while spanking

children isn’t in fashion any more, and maybe with good reason, that children should be afraid that they might get spanked. Maybe Lepine needed some more love when he was a kid or maybe more discipline, I don’t know of course.

•All this negative stuff said, my wife and I are out and about in the community a lot and we see and interact with people of all ages. We must say that most young people are excellent with us, respectful and friendly. They have learned proper public behaviour very well and it is wonderful to see.

• I feel sorry for people who work in the schools and daycares, as some of the rules and regulations and bad behaviour they have to put up with is atrocious. Just talk to any person in that field quietly and privately and you will see what I mean.

• What all this boils down to is that the government needs to take a step back and understand that more rules doesn’t always mean better results.

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.

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The (potentially) unifying politics of personal responsibility

Guest Column - Josh Cassan is a thirty something living and working in Brandon. He is compassionate, creative, a deep thinker, and valued friend. One of the Advent candles we light symbolizes hope. Knowing, and listening to, and learning from young people gives me hope. I trust that his words encourage you as much as they do me.

With the ever-growing partisan nature of our citizen-politics dividing us along polarizing lines of thought, the desire to reach a common ground between differing political ideologies becomes tantalizing if seemingly out of reach. One such line-inthe-sand is that of the idea of personal responsibility. The answer to the question, “Who is responsible for one’s own problems?” differs depending on the left/right split. Our socialist brethren seem to put more onus on society and the state whereas those of a neoconservative-Libertarian sway argues the individual has the sole burden.

Now, if we were to take both extremes to task, both seem almost equally wrong to apply to all human situations. The problem of war, famine or economic instability cannot be placed upon a single individual whereas also the choices to commit crime, provide for oneself or engage civically are not solely up to our socioeconomic environment. This is at least how it feels and we are always at least partially correct. The partiality in our correctness is where the battle lines get drawn.

Can we acknowledge that some aspects of our exist ence are either more within our control, less within our control or perhaps a fluctuating mixture of both? Is it possible to understand that we cannot fully comprehend each internal and external force that could affect a per son’s life? Is it possible that each force affects a person in different measures?

If every person could come from their side of the House of Commons and say with each other “A person is responsible for themselves and their society is responsible for them as well. Sometimes it is hard to define which affects a person more,” then wouldn’t that help us so much? No longer do we have to worry about if someone’s freedom to have a gun is hurting another person, how someone’s drug ad diction is using up too many of our already overburdened health resources, how our tax dollars are making up a disproportionate amount of a budget we don’t agree with or how the “other-side” just doesn’t get it.

Our lives are complicated. Systemic privileges exist. We make objectively good and bad choices. The grass is not always greener and we don’t always need to “keep up with the Jones”. There are things within our control and things not within our control. Let us then try to at least agree on which of things are true for all and what things we just cannot justifiably know about everyone. Let us do the work, keep an open mind and talk to people who come from a life that we have little knowledge about. We will have disagreements but that’s what having a plurality is all about: the freedom to disagree until we can figure out where the responsibility lies.

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When an apology isn’t enough

It is 30 AD; and along the shores of the Jordan River east of Jerusalem, a prophet named John the Baptist suddenly appeared on the scene.

He looked nothing like the religious leaders of his day. Everything about him was different. He wore a coat of rough camel’s hair that he tied together with a leather belt around his waist. He had long hair and an even longer beard; neither of which had ever been cut or trimmed. He ate locusts and wild honey. He was an adult orphan (both parents had died while he was still quite young). He didn’t have a home in the city or in a nearby town. He was a hermit. He lived in caves and secluded places in the desert.

Now if someone looking like this was to suddenly ap pear in one of our churches, we would probably call the police and ask that he be escorted from the prem ises. If his story made the national news, it would be accompanied by statements from “experts” in psychol

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ogy who would give us their ideas of the type of mental illness he suffered from, how serious his condition was and if there was any hope for a cure.

But to the Jewish people of the first century, John wasn’t considered to be the least bit weird. His dress, diet and demeanor identi fied him as one who had taken the vow of a Nazarite; by which he devoted his life to God and to God’s service. The length of his uncut hair and beard indi cated that in John’s case, this vow had been made for life.

So when John suddenly appeared on the scene and began to preach, the people of his day knew that they could expect a message and a style of delivery that were as radical as John’s dress,

Observation

By Addy Oberlin

diet and demeanor. They would not be disappointed.

John didn’t waste words. His message was direct. He got into people’s faces, told them that their Messiah was about to be revealed. He identified specific sins in the lives of those who came to him and demanded that they repent and reform. But then he added this demand: “Bear fruit worthy of re pentance.” (Matthew 3:8)

These words identified a problem that has plagued society since creation. We all know how easily we can say something or do something that offends other people and God. We also know how easy it is, when confronted with what we have done, to say “sorry” and go on our way, hoping that this apology has somehow managed to

cover over the things we have done and we can forget all about them.

Unfortunately, most of us have heard these apologies far too often. For example, politicians and other lead ers get caught using pub lic funds inappropriately. They issue a statement telling us they are sorry for what they have done and then-guess what-some of them will go out and do the same thing again. They will be caught again, and they will apologize again. But this time, they will wonder why no one believes them.

We don’t believe them because we don’t see “fruit worthy of repentance.” The words were spoken, but the actions that followed revealed that they were not sincere.

Before we get too vocal in our criticisms of these people, we must answer this question: “We criticize others whose actions don’t live up to the words they speak. How often can God say the same thing about us?”

Addy Oberlin is taking some holidays for the next few weeks, so she will be taking a break from writing her Observation articles for the time being.

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Gladstone’s Glory Years update: Hattie’s humble home

The Banner & Press ran this photo in the Nov. 18 edition (albeit from a different source– the Gladstone glory Years book series made by the Gladstone Age Press). There unfortunately had not been much information available, aside from it being taken in 1905.

Thanks is given to Carol Pengelly, of Erickson area, for bringing in this version of the photo with additional details. Pengelly found the photo, which depicts her father’s side of the family– the Cathcarts, in a book titled “Memories of Home 1882-1982”. The names of those pictured were written in the book as Hattie (the child sitting on far left), grandma (Harriet) Hayes, Eleanor and Laura (being held), little Eleanor (standing in front of Eleanor and Laura) and David.

Eleanor was Carol’s great grandmother, little Eleanor her Grandma, and David her great grandfather. David lived from 1876 to 1927 and Eleanor from 1877 to 1967. Grandma Hayes was first grandma Cathcart, then grandma Lobb, as she remarried twice.

out of helen’s kitchen Helen Drysdale

Cranberries and chicken

Cranberries are native only to North America. There are only three commercially grown crops that can make this claim – cranberries, blueberries and concord grapes. This amazing, tart berry pairs well with turkey and chicken dishes and that is why it is a staple on holiday tables. So try this festive recipe for your loved ones.

Baked cranberry chicken

2 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries

1 tsp. orange zest

1/4 cup orange juice

1/4 tsp. allspice

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 Tbsp. cornstarch

6 chicken breasts preferably with skin or chicken pieces of your choice

2 cloves of garlic, finely diced

1/2 tsp. each of salt and pepper 2 tsp. dried rosemary

Preheat the oven to 350° F (175° C). Place the cranberries, orange zest, orange juice and allspice in a bowl and mix together Mix the brown sugar with the cornstarch and add to the cranberries. Place on the bottom of a baking pan or large casserole dish that has been lightly greased. Add the chicken breasts skin side up on the top of the cranberry sauce. Sprinkle the diced garlic, salt, pepper and rosemary evenly over the chicken pieces. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165° (74°C) F on a meat thermometer and the skin is golden brown. If the sauce is too sour for your liking, add more brown sugar. Should you desire the cranberry sauce thicker, heat the cranberries up and add 1-2 Tbsp. cornstarch to 2 Tbsp. water and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Get into the holiday spirit with the Roxy Theatre

Submitted Roxy Theatre board

On Thursday, Dec 15, the Roxy board is inviting the community get into the Christmas spirit, and cross a few things off their list. Starting at 6:30pm, we will open the theatre to offer gift card sales, pick up a movie poster or purchase some gift baskets we have put together. At 7:30, we will be hosting a free movie, with concession available for purchase.

We are very excited to be able to show Emily, The Little Match Girl. This 2021 animated film is an adaption of the classic Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale. While it is a UK production, it has a neat local connection– Writer and director Matthew Hickinbottom spent time in Neepawa in 2015 film ing the Amityville Play house, which was filmed at the Roxy. Since its release, Emily has been recognized with awards for its screen

play and music and it carries a U rating, which indicates it’s suitable for all audiences.

Shopped will start at 6:30. We will have gift cards, as well as gift bas kets available for purchase. We are also opening our poster room for the movie buffs on your Christmas list! A donation to the theatre will give you pick of the posters, which date back to 2017.

Making holiday memories

No matter what trad ition or culture you come from or what holiday you connect with there are essential elements about the holidays that ties them all together. First and foremost is the focus on family. Now of course the definition of family de pends on the person but the idea of connecting to your family in an intentional way is key.

Food is also a commonal ity amongst most cultural traditions. Take a moment and think about a food that is special to you at the holidays. Can you picture it? Can you smell it? I bet that you can almost taste it. Food is a very powerful connector to our memories and the two pathways in the brain are strongly linked.

So, linking all of these traditions together we have family, food, con nection, spirit and what else? The most important, GIVING. Our holiday traditions involve us giving something of ourselves to others. Emotional con nection is a huge gift that is totally underrated. When grandma shares a story with the kids about her childhood traditions, this is a gift of memories that lasts for generations. When parents share stories with their children of their favorite holiday traditions, this is a gift.

The holidays help us to create shared meaning with our intimate partners. Dr. John Gottman says that shared meaning is created when couples engage in rituals, goals and symbols. Shared meaning is about the meaning that you give those special moments in your life and how you honor them every year forward. Maybe your shared mean ing is sharing hot chocolate with your loved one in front

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of a roaring fire, maybe it’s dressing in matching Christmas onesies, and maybe it is taking trip to a place where it doesn’t physically hurt to breathe the air in winter. You do you when you create the magic of the season.

The magic of the holi days that I speak of is not dependent on presents, but a focus on presents is normal for kids. It’s easy for kids to identify with the concept of presents because it’s a tangible thing. Kids have trouble with abstract concepts like joy, connec tion, or spirit. These are things that adults associate with Christmas because we have a lot of maturity to learn it and the brain capacity to understand it. Kids may seem selfish on their focus on presents but it’s more a reflection of their development than their morality. We can introduce our children to the abstract concepts sur rounding the holidays by focusing on the concept of giving and charity. The magic can be in the form of music, food, game nights, hugs, kisses, silly jokes, and

genuine connection. These are things we can pass onto our children. Holidays celebrations don’t have to be big things. studies show that even the seemingly smallest family traditions matter just as much as the big events.

I’m going to be taking a break for my holiday season and returning in January with more mental and re lationship wellness topics. Like this column? Do you have topics you’d like me to cover in the new year? Is there a specific question you would like me to answer for you anonymously in the column? I value input and invite you to reach out to me at delsiemartin@truey outherapy.ca.

Delsie Martin (BA, BSW RSW, MSW candidate) is a masters of social work student with the University of Calgary.

Publisher’s note: Your Lis tening Ear will take a brief hiatus for the holiday season. The column will return to the pages of the Banner & Press in January.

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

Difficulty speaking, understanding what others are trying to tell you, reading and writing. These are all part of the chronic communication disorder known as aphasia. Aphasia occurs when there has been dam age to the parts of the brain responsible for language. Often this is due to stroke, but can also onset due to other head injuries, brain tumors, dementia, Alzheimers and other progressive diseases of the brain.

If this is the first time you’re hearing of it, you’d be in the majority, as aphasia isn’t very well known. This is something that Westman Aphasia Inc. (WAI), located in Brandon, has been working to help change for approximately 14 years. Additionally, providing programs and training for indi viduals living with aphasia, their families and volunteers to learn how to communicate more effectively, the opportunity to for individuals meet with others dealing with aphasia and more.

However, the non-profit is currently face to face with imminent closure. Susan Cable, current chief administrative officer and office manager, told the Banner & Press that this is due to a need for volunteers and funding.

“In particular, [we need] a board chair, a CAO and office manager, and more people on our board who have the time, knowledge and skills to run and lead an organization,” said Cable. “I have resigned my position as

board chair and CAO effective the end of 2022. Both of these are volunteer positions, but we have been trying without success to find funding to hire a permanent part-time person as CAO, as the workload is quite extensive and too much to ask a volunteer to take on.”

Cable added, “WAI is not part of our province’s health care program, so we do not receive government funding for anything. The Manitoba government is aware of our situation and we have asked for long-term funding for a part-time CAO, but to date we have heard nothing back. And, even if we were to get their funding, without someone to run the day-to-day and lead the board, we couldn’t take advantage of it.”

“The majority of grant funders will not fund wages or salaries, such as that of a CAO or office manager,” Cable explained further, noting that all of WAI’s programs and services are funded through a multiyear agreement with Brandon and Dis trict United Way. “Day-to-day operation expenses are funded through public and private donations, as well as other grant sources, providing the grant is for a program or service.”

Closure would affect thousands

If something does not change soon, and people do not step up, Westman Aphasia Inc. will be permanently closed after Dec. 31. This news was highlighted in an article with the Brandon Sun on Oct. 27, 2022.

Since then, Cable told the Banner & Press that no-one has stepped up yet.

“We’ve posted ‘ads’ on our website, Face book and Instagram pages, the Volunteer Manitoba Website, the Brandon Chamber of Commerce website, e-Brandon and in the Brandon Sun. All without responses,” Cable confided.

Westman Aphasia’s prospective closure would directly impact 50 people, their families, caregivers and friends. Indirectly, Cable noted it would affect many more.

“Indirectly, potentially thousands who we reach out to through public presentations, awareness and education sessions would be affected,” said Cable. “We offer the only aphasia programs of their kind in Canada west of Toronto. Without us, there are no local or immediate resources or one-onone help available for people who live with aphasia and their caregivers and families.”

Glen and Janice Kyle, former residents of Neepawa now living in Brandon, have been involved with the association since the spring of 2018– Glen having had a stroke in late 2017. These individuals brought this story forward, and shared their own perspective on it as well.

“[Westman Aphasia Inc.] provides a great service and those who attend are heartbroken that it will no longer be that safe place where they can meet and grow together with others who understand and encourage them,” said Glen, who lives with aphasia since having his stroke.

Janice added, “[It’s potential closure]

also comes at a time when aphasia is just beginning to be recognized by the general public, due to recent publicity related to Bruce Willis and John Fetterman.”

What’s more, WAI states that it is estimat ed over one third of individuals who suffer a stroke will have some degree of aphasia. Most individuals who still have moderate or severe aphasia six months after having a stroke will continue to live with some degree of aphasia. And, while communication skills can improve over time if aphasia is caused by a stroke, people with progressive condi tions such as dementia will have those skills deteriorate irreversibly.

Programs such as Supported Conversa tion, which are provided by Brenda Rust (SLP) and Dr. Glenda Gandza through WAI, help these individuals and their caregivers to adjust and communicate more effectively. These professionals also run the documentary and caregiver groups for the non-profit. Without people stepping up, and funding to support those people, these programs would vanish.

“If funding came through to hire a CAO, and people came forward to sit on and help run our board, we could keep things going,” said Cable. “We do have to file dissolution papers with the Canada Revenue Agency, but if something were to work in our favour before this was finalized, we could likely continue.”

If anyone wishes to get involved, they are asked to promptly contact Susan Cable via email at susan_aphasia@mymts.net.

Mazier’s Internet Bill passes vote

Internet Service Accountability Bill makes progress in Parliament

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

A significant piece of federal legislation lead by Dan Mazier has passed a major hurdle in Ottawa. Bill C-288, which would amend the Telecommuni cations Act, recently re ceived second reading in Parliament. After some discussion on the floor, it received all-party support from MPs on both sides of the aisle.

The Act, if fully ap proved, would require

Canadian internet com panies to provide accurate and transparent informa tion to customers regard ing the internet services they pay for. This legisla tion was first introduced by Mazier, the M.P. for Dauphin-Swan RiverNeepawa, back in June.

Mazier said, via media release, that he was very pleased with the univer sal support C-288 has received, so far. He added this is an impotent piece of legislation for Canadian consumers.

“Connectivity is es sential to the safety of our communities, to the economic growth of rural regions and to the ac cessibility of services like education and health care. Canadians should know what they are paying for before they purchase an internet service, not after.”

Mazier stated. “Bill C-288 is truly a pro-consumer bill that will improve

Canada’s telecommunica tions sector. I am proud to have worked with all parliamentarians to get where we are.”

What happens now?

The next step in the process for Bill C-288 will be discussion by the Standing Committee on Industry and Technol ogy. Once the bill makes it through the committee

stage, it will be sent back to the House of Commons for further votes. If the legisla tion passes those required stages, Bill C-288 will be sent from to the Senate for final approval.

Gladstone Auction Mart Cattle Market Report Dec. 6, 2022

Steers

3-400 lbs. $3.10 to 3.51 4-500 lbs. $2.96 to 3.30 5-600 lbs. $2.80 to 3.12 6-700 lbs. $2.53 to 2.72 7-800 lbs. $2.45 to 2.64 8-900 lbs. $2.11 to 2.44 900+ lbs. $2.00 to 2.25 Bulls $1.00 to 1.20 Heifers

3-400 lbs. $2.30 to 2.48 4-500 lbs. $2.25 to 2.50 5-600 lbs. $2.12 to 2.34 6-700 lbs. $1.92 to 2.21 7-800 lbs. $1.90 to 2.12 8-900 lbs. $1.85 to 2.04 900+ lbs. $1.68 to 1.98 Cows $0.70 to 0.80 1051 head sold

It’s all about the socializing

quite on purpose.

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

A special festive event in Neepawa is hoping to en sure no one will feel left out this holiday season. Jingle & Mingle: A Community Christmas Gathering is currently being arranged for Dec. 24 at the Arts Forward Cultural Centre, for between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Marvin Beaumont is one of the individuals involved with the Neepawa Christ mas Dinner Committee, who are planning the spe cial gathering. He said that for this year, it will be more of an informal get-together with holiday treats, tea and coffee, as opposed to a full Christmas Day dinner. He said it’s being done this way

“The Christmas dinner that we’ve had in previous years, was set up to feed people and to have a so cial gathering. But, in our discussions and planning around this, we found that the food wasn’t as import ant as the social aspect, so that is really what we decided to focus on this year,” said Beaumont. “It’s open to everyone in the community, [though], spe cifically targeted for those who might be by themselves during the holidays, for one reason or another. It’s an opportunity for them to get out and socialize with other people.”

The event will feature entertainment, as members of the Living Hope Church, from Eden, have commit

ted to staging a 20 minute program. Beaumont said there will also be a fun mix of activities planned, as well as time for visiting.

“It’s all about socializing. At this time of year, it’s very important to have that type of camaraderie, the chance to come together. We’re hoping that this will fill a gap,” stated Beaumont.

Some volunteers are still needed to help with set-up and tear down at ArtsFor ward on the day of. Anyone interested is asked to con tact Marvin at 476-2786 or Brian Elgert at 476-2779.

As for travel to the location, Home Assistance Neepawa and District (HAND) has offered assistance with transport to ArtsForward at no charge.

Craft sale brings crowd out to Onanole

pickles and much more.

Youth killed in two-vehicle collision near Minnedosa

Staff Neepawa Banner & Press

A 19-year-old youth is dead after a multi-vehicle accident near Minnedosa.

On Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, at around 12:15 am, Nee pawa RCMP responded to a collision on Highway 16, at the junction of Highway 10, in the Rural Munici pality of Minto-Odanah.

The initial investiga tion has determined that a vehicle was going west on Highway 16, when crossed the centre line and collided with a semi-truck heading east.

The driver and sole

occupant of the vehicle, a 19-year-old male from the RM of North Cy press-Langford, was pro nounced dead at the scene.

The driver of the other vehicle, a semi-truck, was a 39-year-old man from Winnipeg. Police report that this individ ual received only minor physical injuries and was treated on the scene.

As of Monday, Dec. 5, the Neepawa RCMP along with a Forensic Collision Reconstruction ist, were continuing to investigate.

Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa riding to be renamed for next federal election

Boundaries commission changing name of federal riding to Riding Mountain

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The federal riding of Dauphin-Swan River-Nee pawa will soon be no more.

On Wednesday, Dec. 7, CBC Manitoba reported that, as part of a nation wide evaluation of polit ical boundaries, the riding known as Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa will be renamed Riding Mountain. This change will come into effect just in time for any election that takes

place after April 1, 2024. The suggested change was made in Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission’s final report for Manitoba.

This is one of two sug gested changes in Manitoba for the next federal elec tion, as the riding currently known as Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia-Heading ley will be renamed Win nipeg West.

Along with the new name, Riding Mountain will also see its boundaries changed, as it will stretch further

southeast to encompass the Long Plain First Na tion, as well as the towns of Treherne and Rathwell.

The commission’s final report along with a graphic representation of the chan ges can be seen online at https://redecoupage-redistri bution-2022.ca/com/mb/rprt/ othaut/p2_e.aspx

The new federal map for Manitoba, including the soon-to-be renamed Riding Mountain riding.

Please nominate your 2022 Business of the Year!

Eligibility Criteria for Nominations will be judged on the basis of:

• Nominee must be a Neepawa & District Chamber member in good standing

• Must have involvement in the community and area

• Self-nominations are encouraged

• Government agencies are exempt from nominations

• Nominee must have demonstrated one or more of the following characteristics:

Encourages and provides professional development of staff

To assist the organizers in assessing nominations, nominators are asked to provide supporting information in a letter of nomination. Please email or mail nominations to the Chamber office info@neepawachamber.com or Box 726 Neepawa MB R0J 1H0.

Deadline for nominations is December 31th, 2022.

Award will be presented at the Neepawa & District Chamber of Commerce & Neepawa Tourism Annual General Meeting Monday January 30, 2023

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PHOTO BY JOHN DRINKWATER

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Dr. Ankit Sharma opens Gladstone Family Dental clinic

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

Humans are social crea tures, utilizing a variety of social tools. But perhaps the most remarkable of those tools, according to Dr. Ankit Sharma, is our smile. Dr. Sharma lives and works in the dentistry field in Win nipeg, with a now freshly opened practice in Glad stone as well. His Gladstone practice, Gladstone Family Dental, officially opened on Oct. 31 and is located in the Gladstone Health Centre at 24 Mill Street.

“A dentist friend of mine mentioned Gladstone to me–that the community needed a dentist and people seeking dental work are forced to travel far,” said Dr. Sharma.

“He mentioned that seniors and people who don’t drive are facing challenges to get dental assistance, too. That’s what inspired me to open my own office here.”

Dr. Sharma added, “I am always passionate about dentistry because it is one of the few fields that combines creativity, science, detail orientation and patient interaction. It allows me to help people in improving their oral and overall health and restore their confidence

in themselves”

Dr. Sharma finished a Bachelor’s of Dental Sur gery from India in 2015 before moving to Canada for further education. His Canadian education and licensing was completed in 2019, with Dr. Sharma go ing on to acquire a Dental License from the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario in 2020.

After acquiring his li cense, Dr. Sharma noted that there were multiple job opportunities all across

Canada. However, he was drawn to Winnipeg where he has now been practicing for a bit more than two years at Clarity Dental.

“Winnipeg intrigued me, with the balanced life,” Dr. Sharma explained. “In addition, I always wanted to live closer to my friends and family in Manitoba.”

Gladstone Family Dental is open on Monday and Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with Madiha Abbas on hand as dental assistant; Gurleen Kaur,

manager; and Ethel Ruiz, receptionist.

The Gladstone Family Dental team told the Banner & Press in a final comment, “We are empathetic, trans

parent, and passionate about what we do. Dr. Sharma enjoys treating patients of all ages, with his scope of dental expertise encompassing pro cedures such as root canals,

surgical tooth extractions, restorative crown and bridge treatments, removable den tures, Invasialigns.”

The clinic is currently ac cepting new patients.

SUBMITTED PHOTOS

Left: Dr. Ankit Sharma, owner and lead dentist of Gladstone Family Dental. Dr. Sharma also works at Clarity Dental in Winnipeg. Right: One of the dental examination rooms in the newly opened dental clinic at Gladstone.

The Banner & Press would like to extend congratulations to the Spruce Plains RCMP detachment in Neepawa. As reported in the Nov. 11 edition of this paper, the RCMP were able to hold a grand opening on Nov. 4 for their brand new facility. Located on a portion of land directly south of the town’s current fire hall, the new station has modern amenities and ac commodations to meet current standards. As well, plenty of space. The new building is a bit over double the size of the old 200 Mill Street location, which had been built in 1987.

This project was able to come together through years of col laboration, with talks between the RCMP and the Town of Neepawa beginning in 2000.

The parties discussed policing issues relevant to Neepawa and the need for a new building.

Eighteen years later, an ‘Agreement in Principle’ was put forward and the groups proceeded with a partnership for a 25-year detachment lease. From there, further discussion,

planning and design took place. Fast forward to Apr. 6, 2021 and a crew comprised of coun cillor Darryl Gerrard, deputy mayor Brian Hedley, mayor Blake McCutcheon, councillor Murray Parrot, RCMP Staff Sgt. Mark Morehouse, Spruce Plains RCMP area commander Colby Argue and RCMP D Division superintendent Jim Mirza were on the scene for the groundbreaking.

The hands-on work began, that final step progressing stead ily in order to make the new location a reality.

History brief

In Neepawa’s early days, a local police force was formed in 1884. This force consisted of one constable, expanding to two in 1932 and then four after 1951.

After considering a switch to the RCMP for policing services for several years, the move was finally made in 1969 when more officers became available.

Now, 53 years later, dedicated Spruce Plains RCMP staff con tinue to serve Neepawa and the surrounding area.

Spruce Plains RCMP in new station in Neepawa

Kisik Commercial Furniture incorporated in 2003, as a Canadian Indigenous owned and operated Commercial Furniture dealership that supplies & installs Commercial Interiors for Government, Private Corporations, and the Indigenous Communities.

We specialize in Healthcare, Education, Commercial Spaces, Government, Public Spaces and much more. We can provide Systems Furniture, Casegoods, Tables, Storage, Ergonomics, Collaborative Seating, Healthcare and Education Furniture.

Some of the services we provide are Consultation, Presentations, Demonstrations, Budgeting, Pricing, Drawings, Warehousing, Delivery, Installation, Service, Reconfiguration and Recycling. We have CAD for space planning, a full install team and warehouse space on site where we are located.

Kisik holds two Supply Arrangement Contracts under the Federal Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB) for Seating & Work Space. We are also a proud member of the Indigenous Chamber of Commerce. We provide complete solutions for commercial facility requirements, accomplished through our dedicated, experienced service/ sales team, our established partnerships with industry leading suppliers, and our team's commitment to customer satisfaction.

“Our goal is to build strong relationships with terrific customer service, offering quality products, at a competitive price.”

Congratulations Neepawa on your NEW RCMP facility, it was an honor to work on this project. Kisik has worked on many RCMP locations, and we

Proud

The Neepawa Banner & Press and the businesses featured on these pages congratulate the Town of Neepawa on the completion their new RCMP headquarters.

The new Spruce Plains RCMP detachment headquarters in Neepawa recently held their grand opening. The building is located on the former CN property which was purchased by the Town of Neepawa in 2013. Since that time the property, in addition to the the RCMP office, has become home to four apartment blocks, the firehall and several new houses. (Inset) Several current and former RCMP officers cut the ribbon on opening day.

‘Neepawa proved to be an incredible host’

NACI host AAA provincial Girls Volleyball Championship

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

Neepawa has proven it deserves to be a part of one of the top tiers of high school athletics with its re cent efforts both on and off the court. Last weekend, Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute (NACI) hosted the AAA Senior Girls Volleyball Champion ship. The event featured 12 premier teams from across Manitoba, with games played at both the NACI gymnasium, as well as the Neepawa Middle School (NMS).

For the Neepawa Tigers, they went undefeated in the round robin portion of the event. They defeated the R.D. Parker (Thomp son) Trojans 25-14, 25-16; the Springfield (Oakbank) Sabres 25-22, 25-16 and the Churchill (Winnipeg) Bulldogs 25-13, 25-16. After securing first place in Pool 3, the Tigers then bested the Northlands Parkway (Winkler) Night hawks in the playoffs, by a 25-23, 25-18 score.

Then, in the quarter finals, Neepawa faced the challenge of the West gate (Winnipeg) Wings. Though the Tigers put up a solid effort, they’d even tually fall by the score of 25-15, 25-13. The Wings, would ultimately sweep the weekend, winning the provincial championship over the Béliveau (Win nipeg) Barracudas 25-14, 25-15.

Establishing their credentials in AAA

Hosting an event of this size and significances was huge for NACI, as they are still relatively new to the AAA level of volleyball. As well, the majority of AAA teams are located in Winnipeg, or other urban areas, so the Tigers, un fortunately, rarely get the chance to compete against them consistently during the regular season. NACI Tiger coach Curt Allen said these results go a long way toward establishing NACI as a credible threat.

“We won our pool, we crossed over into the

second pool and came away with a great win over [Winkler]. We went into that as underdogs, but won that match in two straight sets. Then we faced the number one ranked team in the prov ince, in Westgate. Though we didn’t come away with the win, we did put up the most points against them of any team in the tournament. So, that was good for our team, they faced the best competi tor that was possible and stepped up and showed everyone that they could compete. We finished the tournament fifth overall, so we were right there,” said Allen.

An accommodating host

The local conveners of the tournament were Allen, as well as Dawn Birch and Mike Rainnie. They, along with several other local volunteers are to thank for the smooth operation of the weekend.

Rainnie said that everyone involved is thankful for the chance to serve as host to such a major event.

“It was our first provin cial championship. We got a lot of positive feedback from the teams about how things went.We’re thankful for [Neepawa

Middle School’s] involve ment. They hosted several games, as well during the tournament. That went

really well. I think, now that it’s all said and done, everyone had a positive experience, win or lose,” said Rainnie.

Another huge positive from the event involved the response from the students of NACI. All the games, even those not involving the Tigers, were full of Neepawa students supporting the players involved. Westgate Wings coach Jules Martins told the Banner & Press that the atmosphere here dur ing the tournament was incredible.

“Neepawa really did an amazing job hosting the tournament. From the [tournament] dinner, to the organization of the games, to just the students showing up and being loud, it was so impres sive. Everyone took notice of it and appreciated it. Neepawa proved to be an incredible host.” stated Martins.

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

12 AAA teams from across Manitoba gathered in Neepawa for the Provincial Senior Girls Volleyball Championship.

MJHL

Friday , Dec. 2

Swan Valley 5-4 Neepawa

First Period

05:20 SV J. Jones (14) PP

ASST: T. Sauder (14), A. Rajsigi (16)

16:48 NPA B. Michalchuk (8) PP

ASST: B. Wood (13), W. Highet (9)

17:52 NPA C. McLeod (7) PP

ASST: J. Romanyk (5)

Second Period

03:24 NPA H. Stocks (11) PP

ASST: C. Bendtsen (6), J. Romanyk (6)

Third Period

05:49 SV J. Keck (13)

ASST: C. Jennings (9), T. Sauder (15)

14:08 SV A. Rajsigi (5)

ASST: T. Sauder (16), J. Keck (17)

14:30 SV D. Makse (4)

ASST: A. Fishley (5)

15:26 SV A. Walicki (3)

ASST: A. Fishley (6)

19:43 NPA H. Stocks (12) PP

ASST: C. Bendtsen (7), P. Korman (11)

Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP SV 1 0 4 5 1/3

NPA 2 1 1 4 4/8

Goaltenders SV K. Grant - (W) 45/49 saves NPA M. Lobreau - (L) 26/31 saves

Saturday, Dec. 3

First Period

ASST: C. Trimble (7), C. Gudnason (4) 14:02 NPA C. Bendtsen (6) PP

ASST: H. Stocks (13), J. Romanyk (7)

Second Period

04:28 SV T. Sauder (10) PP

ASST: A. Rajsigi (17)

05:41 SV J. Jones (15)

ASST: C. Jennings (10)

08:28 SV S. Arp (5)

ASST: N. Wilson (9)

Third Period

04:58 NPA B. Michalchuk (9)

ASST: Unassisted

09:20 NPA B. Wood (6) PP

ASST: C. Smith (13), C. Trimble (8)

Overtime

04:23 SV J. Jones (16)

ASST: Unassisted

Scoring 1 2 3 OT Total PP

SV 1 3 0 1 5 1/4

NPA 2 0 2 0 4 2/5

Goaltenders

Stampeders trip up Titans

Swan Valley defeat Neepawa in pair of weekend games

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

A pair of games recently between the Neepawa Ti tans and Swan Valley Stampeders appear to have proven that the separation in skill between those two clubs is razor thin. Unfortu nately, another key element, those little incidentals that turn good teams into great ones, leaned very much in Swan Valley’s favour.

Tiger Hills Hockey

The Stampeders left Nee pawa last weekend with a pair of huge wins, defeating the Titans by identical 5-4 scores. The first win was a come from behind victory in regulation, while the second came in overtime. Those results pushed Swan Valley into first place (17-9-1-1. 36 points) in the Western Division, while Neepawa remains in fifth place, with a record of 11-13-5-1, good enough for 28 points in 30 games.

In the Friday, Dec. 2 game, Neepawa headed into the third period with a 3-1 lead. Arguable, it could be said that the Titans had played their best 20 minutes all season in that second period. The third, how

ever, was a different story, as the Stamps found a new level, scoring four straight goals, including three in a one minute 18 second span. The Titans replied late with one of their own, but fell in a stunning turn of events. Neepawa went 4-for-8 on the power-play in this game, with Hayden Stocks scoring twice, and Brayden Michalchuk and Carter McLeod adding the others. Neepawa put up an impressive 49 shots, but Stamps goaltender Kobe Grant stopped 45.

On Saturday, Dec. 3 these two teams battled once again. On this night, it was Swan Valley who went into the third period with the two goal cushion, lead ing 4-2. Neepawa proved its resolve by scoring twice to send it into overtime. Unfortunately, a late goal in the five minute OT session gave the Stampeders the extra point in the stand ings. Parker Korman, Cade Bendtsen, Brayden Michal chuk and Briley Wood all scored for the Titans.

Next for Neepawa will be an important weekend in The Pas against the OCN Blizzard. The Titans will

Parker Korman gets taken down on Saturday, Dec. 3, by a Swan Valley defender. Fortunately Korman was not hurt on the play and would end the night with one of Neepawa’s four goals.

play three games up north, before returning home to face the Winnipeg Blues on

Dec. 16 at the Yellowhead Centre.

Pair of Titans receive MJHL accolades

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The recent turnaround of the Neepawa Titans has not gone unnoticed around the Manitoba Junior Hock ey League (MJHL), as a pair of players have been acknowledged.

First, there was Mason Lobreau, who was named the MJHL’s goaltender of the Month for November. The 18-year-old from Brandon played seven games last month, winning five. His goals against aver age was a stellar 1.57, while his save percentage stood at

an impressive .950%.

Meanwhile, forward Hayden Stocks was named one of the MJHL Stars of the Week. Stocks has been a big contributor to the Titans’ success as of late with the team closing in on the final playoff position in the Western Division standings. In three games last week, the 19-year-old from Edmonton, had two goals and two assists. Over his last 11 games, Stocks has scored eight goals and nine assists.

Congratulations to both Lobreau and Stocks on their recent recognition.

Neepawa Titans Junior

“A” Hockey team

Neepawa Titans regular season home games

December 16 at 7:30 pm vs Winnipeg Blues December 20 at 7:30 pm vs Waywayseecappo January 8 at 7:30 pm vs Niverville

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Forward Hayden Stocks (on left) and goaltender Mason Lobreau were each recently recognized by the Manitoba Junior Hockey League.

Farmers win pair of weekend games

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The new look Neepawa Farmers are starting to find their stride out on the ice in the Tiger Hills Hockey League (THHL). This year’s team features several brand new players in the line-up, as many veterans of the roster have decided to step back from the squad in 2022. After a bit of a bumpy start to the season, those fresh faces are starting to come together as a team and picked up a pair of wins over the weekend as a result.

The first victory was a dominant 10-2 deci sion over the MacGregor Wild on Friday, Dec. 2. Forward Jaegar Lapointe, who’s in his first year with the Farmers, was the key contributor on the night, with four goals and an assist. David Wollmann, who is just in his second year with the team, also added a pair of goals to the stat-line. ‘Veteran’ of the

roster, 27-year-old Kyle McDonald, also had a multi-point performance, with a goal and three as sists. McDonald leads the team in points with 23 (9 goals -14 assists). Other goal scorers were Ben Rainka (1 goal - 1 assist), Shane Byram (1G) and Dillon Birch.

3-1 victory versus Carberry

This outstanding offen sive outburst by Neepawa was followed by a superb performance on defence, as the Farmers collected a 3-1 win over the Carberry Plainsmen on Sunday, Dec. 4. After both teams were held off the score board in the opening 20 minutes, Carberry and Neepawa each picked up a goal in the second. Tavish Quinn was credited with the goal for the Plainsmen, while Kyle McDonald had one for Neepawa. In the third, Zack Hicks, in just his third game ever for the Farmers, scored

A Neepawa shot goes off the post, during the Farmers' home game against Carberry on Sunday, Dec. 4. Though that one just missed the back of the net, the Farmers did collect three goals on the way to a 3-1 win.

his second of the season.

Bryan Todoruk picked up an empty net goal to secure the win for the Farmers.

Reese Jones had 20 saves for the Farmers in net.

These results are exactly what Neepawa needed to get back into contention in the THHL’s East Division, as the Farmers (4-5-0. 8

Top prospects commit to Neepawa Titans

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The Neepawa Titans have secured the playing rights to a pair of their top young prospects, as Ty Schelll and Rylan Bray has signed letters of intent for the 2023-2024 MJHL season. Schell currently plays for the U18 Southwest Cougars and has eight points in 25 games. The 16-year-old left winger from Souris was the Titans first round pick and seventh overall selection in the 2022 MJHL Draft.

In a press release con firming the signing, Titans head coach and general manager Ken Pearson said there is a lot of upside to Schell’s style of play.

“We are very excited to officially add Ty to our organization for next

season. With Ty we get a player that has a good shot, competes every shift, along with being a good skater,” stated Pearson.

Schell meanwhile ex pressed his pleasure with signing with Neepawa, add ing that “I am very excited to sign with this organization. To be able to play in front of my family, friends and a community who supports this team. I look forward to being a part of the commun ity, I can’t wait to pull the jersey on and be a Titan.”

The other commitment sees Neepawa’s Rylan Bray sign with the Titans. The defenseman was an auto protected player by Nee pawa in the 2022 MJHL Draft. He currently plays with the U18 Yellowhead Chiefs, and has seven assists in 10 games, since his return

from an injury suffered in the pre-season.

Pearson said the team is excited to add Rylan to the organization for next season.

“Rylan played well in the exhibition season with us. With him we get a player competes every shift, along with being a good skater. We look forward to his con tinued development with the Chiefs and their staff the rest of the year.” Pearson noted.

Bray, meanwhile, stated that he was very thankful and excited for this oppor tunity to play in front of his hometown.

points) are now tied for third with Wawanesa. The next two games for Neepawa will be on the road, first in Gladstone on Wednesday Dec. 7. That game concluded just after the Banner & Press publication deadline. The Farmers follow that up with a trip to Killarney

on Saturday, Dec. 10, to play the Shamrocks. The next home game will be huge, as they’ll face the best team in the West Division, the Miniota/Elkhorn CHawks. This showdown is set for Saturday, Dec. 17, with a 7:30pm start time at the Yellowhead Centre.

Neepawa Ballers Basketball Standings

Upcoming Games Schedule

Saturday, Dec. 10 10:00 am - Ilokano vs. Uncrowned Kings 11:15 am - Tagum Butchers vs. Washbae 12:30 pm - Davao Eagles vs. Who's your Daddy 1:45 pm - Aces vs. Dumaguete 3:00 pm - Sultan of Swish vs. Arkanghel 4:15 pm - Waray vs. Sanitation

Sunday, Dec. 11 10:00 am - Lakay vs. Gladstone Warriors 11:15 am - Shipping vs. Outlaws 12:30 pm - Southboys vs. Washbae 1:45 pm - Killshot vs. Bisdak 3:00 pm - IWC vs. Shipping

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Classifieds

Obituary

Jon Lailey Lewis

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden death of Jon Lailey Lewis on November 26th, 2022 at the age of 72 in St. Boniface Hospital, Winnipeg, Mb.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Heather, of 41 years, daughter Lindsay (Frank), sons, Wesley (Chelsey), and Bradley (Cassandra), 7 grandchildren, Kesdin and Mazikeen, Aisley, Olivia, and Reagan, Copeland and Wren, his mom Jean, 3 brothers, Bob (Dawna), Phil (Pam), and Stewart (Colleen), sister Nancy (Nick), sisters in law, Joan, Lois, and Jeanette (Jack), brothers in law, Jim (Lorna), George ( Denise), Ferg (Donelda), and Don, numerous nieces and nephews, and many cousins. He was predeceased by his father, William and a sister in law, Yvonne, as well as many uncles and aunts.

Jon was a fun, loving, energetic man who cared deeply for his family, friends, and the community. He will be greatly missed and has left a deep hole in all of our hearts.

He had a great passion for the farm, the teaching profession, rock & gold excursions, travel, sports, and volunteering.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of his Life will be held in the Minnedosa Community Conference Centre on December 14th, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. Should you so desire, donations can be made to MREC, Box 1425, Minnedosa, MB. R0J 1E0 or to STARS Air Ambulance. White’s Funeral Home – in care of arrangements. www.whitesfh.ca

MILLEN RUSSELL JOHNSTON

Oct 26, 1934 – Nov 29, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Millen Russell Johnston on November 29, 2022 at the Carberry Care Centre at the age of 88.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Mona, of 64 years, son Dallas (Lynne) & grandson Ryan & great grandkids Kaya & Violet; granddaughter Candace (Atlee Abey) & great grandkids Aklen, Aysen & Cavley; son Daryl (Karen) & grandson Tyler (Sarah) & great grandkids Carter & Brooks; granddaughter Raylene; daughter Lori & grandsons Garret and Luke. Also, sister Glynis Danielson and brother-in-law Charles Swanson along with many nieces & nephews.

Millen met Mona in Binscarth and married in 1958. In 1966 they moved with their 3 kids to Winnipeg.

A Strong believer in 4H, he participated in his younger years and still supported in his later years.

Millen loved all types of livestock, especially cattle. As well he was an accomplished trainer and handler of retrievers. He was asked to judge the National Retriever championship.

Millen took great pride in watching his grandkids and great grandkids in their sports, 4H beef clubs and cattle shows. Having many years of experience with cattle, Millen passed along many tips of the trade to his grandkids and great grandkids. Millen’s greatest pride was his family.

Millen loved the farm & with Mona they moved to Brookdale onto her family farm. In 1998, Dallas and family moved to the farm with Millen & Mona moving to Neepawa in 2006.

Family gravesite ceremony, Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 1:00 pm Brookdale Cemetery followed by a Celebration of Life at 2:00 pm at the Brookdale Community Centre.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, in support of PROFYLE. 675 McDermot Ave, Rm 1160, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0V9, Tel: 204-787-4143 online: www.cancercarefdn.mb.ca

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

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Coming Events

Minnedosa Game & Fish Association Buck night Dec 9/22 at Minnedosa Com munity Conference Center, doors open at 6 PM. Head scoring from 1-5 PM, MUST HAVE PROVINCIAL TAG. $250.00 cash door prize. All memberships eligible for a draw for a weekend at Lost Meadows Resort, Lake of the Prairies. Numerous prizes and draws.

Notice

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

Alcoholics Anonymous meet ings 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

Notice

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 re search, $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

Personal

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

For Sale

10 weanling pigs $50 each. 2 female sheep 8 months old. 34 - 2nd cut haybales $50 each. 204-835-2345

For Sale

Chain saws, echo cs-500p (50cc) 22" bar, $350; husq varna 445 x-TORQ $350; Stihl MS 180 c $300. Quad 2007 Honda Fourtrax Ranch er 420 4x4, very nice condi tion, very little use $6,000 O.B.O. 204-967-2515 ––––––––––

For Rent

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

For rent: Available immedi ately. Age 50+, large 2 bdm suite in newer 4-plex. Includes window treatments, all appliances, washer and dryer, storage, snow remov al, yard care and parking for 2 vehicles. No smoking, no pets. 220 Mountain Ave, Neepawa. $1,200 per month. Call 476-0678

Help Wanted

Rolling River School Division

Invites applications for School Secretary Tanner’s Crossing, Minnedosa Permanent 10 months per year 5 hours per day

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

Thank you to all applicants for their interest in Rolling River School Division. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Part Time

To place an ad:

Telephone: 204-476-3401/ 888-436-4242

Fax: 204-476-5073

Email: ads@neepawabanner.com

All word classifieds must be prepaid before printing

For Sale or Rent

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

Real Estate

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

Livestock

For Sale: 10 Charlois cross cows. Mar/Apr calving. $1600 each OBO. Contact Norman Bauman Rd 85 N, 68122

Auctions

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

Help Wanted

White’s Funeral Home is looking for a Full Time & Part Time Staff Member

Anyone interested please contact us at 204.476.2848 or minnfs@mts.net

Jarvis Trucking Ltd, Gladstone,

MB.

Class 1 drivers & Owner Operators

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

FOODS

Meat Cutters/Production Personnel

HyLife is a global leader in food processing. Our mission is to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we need talented people to join our HyLife team as the company continues to grow.

HyLife is committed to our employees and we have an exciting new career opportunity in the beautiful town of Neepawa, MB for you to explore!

As a Meat Cutter/Production Personnel you will be a critical member of our team in the creation of our world-class product. Our positions range from working on our production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between!

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to:

• Slaughter and eviscerate hogs for further processing

• Harvest and package edible offal

Process pork carcasses into primal cuts

Driver

Wanted

Super B experience required

For more information, please contact Terry at 204-476-0129

Butcher and package pork primal cuts into value-added specifications for local, national, and international premium markets

• Carry out other tasks related to the processing of meat for shipping to customers or storage

• Sanitation

People who will succeed as members of our team will: Enjoy working in a fast-paced, stable, long-term work environment

Appreciate working in a culturally diverse workplace. We employ people from all over the world!

• Treat people with dignity and respect

• Open to working in colder/warmer environments

• Physically Fit

invites applications for the position of Accounting & Payroll Clerk

• Experience as an industrial butcher or trimmer is an asset Current starting wage is $15.75/hour plus a $1.00/hour perfect attendance bonus! Wage scale extends to $23.55 per hour

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

Job duties:

Slaughters animals

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

- Receives and fulfills custom orders.

Packages and displays meat

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

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

Ensures preparation areas are kept clean.

Closely follows all safety and sanitation procedures.

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

Performs other related duties as assigned.

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

Education or food preparation or meat cutting experience.

Ability to use hand tools, stand or walk for extended periods, lift heavy items and work in cold environments. Knowledge of meat preparation techniques and cuts. Task management and customer service skills.

Knowledge of food safety.

Language of work: English

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

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

Locations of work: Gladstone, Manitoba

Contact information: 204-385-2506

smilepinoyfoods@gmail.com

The Accounting and Payroll position is a full time role (12 months per year) based out of the Division Office in Neepawa. Duties include but are not limited to work in the areas of payroll, benefits and related tasks for regular and casual employees, as well as accounting and budgeting responsibilities.

The successful candidate will be organized and accurate, have the ability to adapt to specialized software and display excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset. Knowledge of Microsoft programs and experience in payroll and accounting would be an asset.

The Division offers a pension plan & other benefits. Start date to commence January 9th, 2023 or as mutually agreed to.

The Division will be pleased to accept all applications until NOON, Monday, December 12th, 2022.

Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume and a minimum of three professional references to:

Shannon Bayes Secretary-Treasurer

Beautiful Plains School Division

Box 700, Neepawa, MB . R0J 1H0

Tel: (204) 476-2387

Fax: (204) 476-3606

Email: bpsd@bpsd.mb.ca

See Division website for details on this position at www.beautifulplainssd.ca

Click on Job Postings or email bpsd@bpsd.mb.ca for a detailed ad.

Successful candidates must complete a Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check.

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Others are thanked for their interest.

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

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

If you have the qualifications and the passion to meet this challenge then we would like to explore your potential. Please apply online at http://hylife.com/current-opportunities/ or email to jobs@hylife.com or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0.

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

Notice

Plumas, Manitoba 204-386-2206 204-476-0700

tonnseeds@gmail.com

t Wheat: AAC Hodge, AAC Starbuck, AAC Brandon, AAC Viewfield

t Barley: AB Cattlelac, CDC Austenson

t Oats: CDC Arborg, AAC Douglas, AC Summit, ORe 3542 M

t Canola: Invigor, Brett Young, Corteva

t Soybeans: Brett Young

t Forages: Brett Young, DLF

t Corn: DLF, Brett Young Seed Treating and Inoculants

Help Wanted

Job Description: Genetic Nucleus Swine Technicians

Location: Innova Canada, Near Plumas, Manitoba

Date Posted: November 2022

Position Summary

Topigs Norsvin Canada Inc. a world leader in swine genetics is looking for 10 permanent, full time Swine Technicians to work within their brand new, state of the art, high welfare, Genetic Nucleus facilities near Plumas, Manitoba

Duties and responsibilities

• Ensuring animal health and welfare

• Daily activities such as but not limited to; care and feeding, health checks and vaccinations, heat checking and AI, processing, moving and washing, data collection e.g. weighing, scanning, maintenance work and record keeping

• Positions available in breeding and gestation, farrowing, nursery and gilt finishing

• Working within the genetic production team to optimize production and maximize genetic improvement

• Ensure production of top notch quality of breeding stock for customers

• Follow and enforce all biosecurity, animal welfare and genetic protocols

Qualifications

• At least two years of commercial experience in a swine production role. Nucleus or multiplication experience would be considered an asset

• Ability to work with respect as part of a team

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with great attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Degree or Diploma in Agriculture preferred but not essential

Salary: starting at $17.00 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits: a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and registered pension plan, plus production bonus program

If you want to be part of a progressive, world leader in swine genetics please forward your resume to:

Topigs Norsvin Canada Inc. Attention of Mike Shaw Fax: 1-204-489-3152 or email to job.applications@ topigsnorsvin.ca

Topigs Norsvin Canada

20 South Landing Drive, Unit 1 Oak Bluff, MB Canada R4G 0C4 Tel: 204-954-3820

THE SURVEYS ACT PUBLIC NOTICE

In accordance with Section 11 of the above Act notice is hereby given that the original monument establishing the Sections 5,8,9,17 and 20-15-20 WPM has been lost. A new monument to perpetuate the original location has been planted by Timothy W. Longstaff, Manitoba Land Surveyor on April 26th and May 12th, 2022.

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

Examiner of Surveys

or

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 the 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

Auction Sales Help Wanted

Maintenance/Caretaker

Couple or Person Required

Relocate to SLIMS CABINS NE Saskatchewan Full Time. Year Round. Main camp road access plus boat in & y in outposts. Large, heated, well equipped shop to repair or fabricate almost anything. Troubleshooting, mechanical, heavy equipment operation, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, welding, etc.

If you possess a lot of skills, enjoy a rural location, are motivated, responsible, independent and respectful, this may be your dream lifestyle/employment. Any excessive alcohol consumption (beyond social) or substance abuse is not welcome at our shing/ hunting camp. Call 204 937 4007

Auction Sales

THE SURVEYS ACT PUBLIC NOTICE

In accordance with Section 11 of the above Act notice is hereby given that the original monument establishing the Sections 1, 2, 11, 12 and 13-20-22 WPM has been lost. A new monument to perpetuate the original location has been planted by Timothy W. Longstaff, Manitoba Land Surveyor on September 22nd and November 4th, 2022.

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

Examiner of Surveys

or

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 the 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

THE TOWN OF CARBERRY UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF THE PLANNING ACT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

On the date and at the time and location shown below, a PUBLIC HEARING will be held to receive representations from any persons who wish to make them in respect to the following matter:

THE TOWN OF CARBERRY ZONING BY-LAW NO. 13-2022

BEING AMENDED TO REPLACE TOWN OF CARBERRY ZONING BY-LAW NO. 1977

GENERAL INTENT: A periodic review of the entire Town of Carberry Zoning By-Law to amend it to bring it into conformance with the new Cypress Planning District Development Plan By-Law NO. 67

HEARING LOCATION: Carberry Town Office, 44 Main Street, Carberry

DATE & TIME: January 10th, 2023 at 7:05 pm

FOR INFORMATION: Contact Rachel Andrews, Development Officer, Cypress Planning District, 204-834-6618.

Or Grady Stephenson, Town of Carberry CAO, 204-834-6628

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RELIGION

If you do not know Jesus before you die, Heaven will not be your home. Paid Advertisement.

WANTED

WANTED: Old advertising dealership signs, gas pumps, globes, pop machines, light ups. White Rose, Red Indian, Buffalo, North Star, Case Eagles. etc. Collector paying TOP PRICES. 306-221-5908

R.M. of Minto-Odanah

Proposal for Gravel on Municipal Roads 2023

Proposals are requested for a one year period for the loading, hauling and spreading of crushed gravel for municipal purposes.

Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted. Preference may be given to local bidders.

Tender For Sale

All proposals must be submitted on proposal form, or they will not be considered. Any additional information may be attached to the proposal form. 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 December 15th, 2022, 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: mintoodanah@wcgwave.ca

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SERVICES GUIDE

Blue Christmas service planned for Dec. 21

A “Blue Christmas” ser vice is a way to acknowledge the pain which the Advent and Christmas seasons cause some people. The emphasis at Christmas and the time lead ing up to Christmas are filled with family, joy, giving, and “good cheer”. This can be very difficult for those who have experienced a loss of someone through death, through reloca tion or a broken relationship.

During COVID-19, a number of people have experienced mental health issues or they live with depression or other illnesses. Others may have lost their job, or with inflation they have little money for giving, or some for whom addictions make the emphasis on parties very stressful.

Life in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic many

people are keenly aware of how lives have been turned upside down as we live with a “new normal”.

Blue Christmas services are held on Dec. 21 – the longest night– and may be referred to the dark night of the soul which many people experience at this time of the year.

A Blue Christmas service or a “Longest Night” service, will be held on Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church sponsored by the Neepawa Ministerial.

Following the short service there will be a time of conver sation and light refreshments, in the hall at which time if you are needing someone to speak to, you are welcome to speak to any of the ministers.

This service is adopted from “The Whole People of God Blue Christmas 2021 Copy right Wood Lake Publishing “Blue Christmas” Service”

Manitoba musician Quinton Blair and his band members put on a great Christmas show at the Neepawa Legion Hall

concert was part of the Kaleidoscope Concert Series.

The final dress rehearsals for the NACI theatre production of the Little Mermaid Jr. took place earlier this week. Performances will be at the Roxy Theatre Dec. 8 to 10.

BY EOIN DEVEREUX

PHOTOS