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Updates from area’s school divisions A fresh start for schools brings with it new upgrades, programs and additions in many communities. The schools of the Beautiful Plains, Turtle River and Rolling River school divisions are no exception. BPSD keeps growing The Beautiful Plains School Division (BPSD) has schools in Neepawa, Carberry, Eden, Brookdale and eight colonies in the area and has seen its fair share of growth. This year’s enrolment is currently at 1,970, up almost 100 students from last year’s September total of 1,886. “The two Neepawa schools continue to see the bulk of our growth,” noted superintendent Jason Young. He added that while Neepawa accounts for the majority of the increase, they’ve also seen the numbers rise in the colony schools and Carberry’s elementary school. Of course, with enrolment growth comes a need for more space. Initially, the need was met with several portable classrooms at Hazel

M Kellington elementary (HMK) and Neepawa Area Collegiate (NACI). Now, BPSD is getting ready to move their Grade 5 to 8 Neepawa students into the nearly completed Neepawa Middle School (NMS). Construction began about a year ago on the new school, which is attached to the west side of NACI. “I would like to acknowledge the inconvenience the building of the new Middle School [has been] for our community and especially the neighbours to the school,” expressed Young. He added that the concern over the outdoor basketball courts that were removed for the new building should come to an end, with the school’s plans to build new courts beside the division office, to accommodate both students and the rest of the community. “In regards to the tennis courts, we know it was unfortunate to lose them in Neepawa. With that said, another area of shortage in the community was addressed with that space,” Young added, referencing the new, much needed daycare facility. Continued on Page 19

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Nature and food enthusiast Josh McFaddin was cooking up a storm at the Neepawa Bird Sanctuary on Sept. 14. Here, McFaddin whips up some of the components needed for lettuce wraps. The wraps consisted of bacon, onion, celery and lentils. See more about McFaddin on Page 3.

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By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press The annual Terry Fox Run was held on Sunday, Sept. 15 this year. Unlike last year’s cold, rainy day, last Sunday boasted warm, sunny weather for the participants. Attendance for the Neepawa run

more than doubled from last year, with a total of 105 people, while the amount raised was about $700 more than last year, with an estimated total of $8,200. Dr. Kelly Krzyzaniak, who organizes the Neepawa event each year, noted that it was a beautiful day to be out for a walk and raising money.

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Above left (from left): Tammy Dudenhoffer, Kassia Hollier and Sherri Hollier ran the Neepawa Terry Fox route from the NACI track to Dairy Queen, before stopping for an ice cream treat and then heading back to NACI. Above: Participants stopped at Dairy Queen, the halfway mark of the Neepawa Terry Fox Run, to cool off with some ice cream before continuing on the route.

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Co-op’s annual Fuel Good Day took place Tuesday, Sept. 17. In Neepawa and Gladstone, the gas stations donated 10 cents per litre of fuel sold that day to the local fire departments. Above: In Neepawa, cars were lined up at the pumps to fill up for the cause. Below: Some of Neepawa’s volunteer firefighters were on site, cooking up some burgers on the Co-op barbecue, the proceeds of which also went to the fire department in Neepawa. Total amounts raised were not available before the print deadline

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As fall starts to make its mark, summer flowers are beginning to droop. With the Town of Neepawa’s new legislation discontinuing perpetual care at Riverside Cemetery, these are the final days to see the flowers at individual grave sites. Once the nights get colder and the plants get bitten by frost, the last of the cemetery’s graveside flowers will be gone.

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Connecting through food Getting crafty at the Legion By Cassandra Wehrhahn

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Pictured: Josh McFaddin works on adding the finishing touches for the Mexican street corn. The fire cooked corn was topped with a spread primarily consisting of sour cream, mayo and feta. By Cassandra Wehrhahn

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T he Neepawa Bi rd Sa nct ua r y wa s home to a food-filled outdoor experience on Sept. 14. Through collaboration with Neepawa Tourism, Josh McFaddin and Panoramic O utdoor s hosted t he Neepawa Meat-up, which provided a campfire cooked meal of Mexican street corn, roasted beets and carrots, lettuce wraps with sweet sausage pork skewers– a nod to the growing Filipino community– and large rib steaks. “These experiences are really about being outdoors, cooking over the fire, food, bringing people together,” McFaddin enthused. “For me, the most important part is education. That it’s actually really easy to cook meals like this over a fire.” McFaddin added, “I’m a big lover of the outdoors, and lots of people haven’t experienced things like this. I want people [at these meetups] to be connected to their food and the outdoors while they eat.” McFaddin explained that part of the connection to both the food and to nature at the meet-ups he hosts,

comes from the food itself. The outdoor enthusiast aspires to use locally sourced foods, from grains and greens to meat. Depending on what’s available in the area, McFadd in even forages or hunts for the ingredients himself. “So far, we’ve done about a dozen of these campfire meet-ups,” McFadd i n relayed. “And there’s more planned throughout the fall months. We’ll be all over the map.” A n n e t t e Wa l d n e r, N e e p a w a To u r i s m Comm it tee member and ow ner of Promo Time, explained that the inspiration for this gettogether came when she was communicating with SheldonGrant,ofPanoramic Outdoors. Grant had been collaborating with Waldner for merchandise previously. That’s when Waldner heard about McFaddin. “I got thinking how we could all work together, to do something different and let more people know about Neepawa through Josh and Panoramic,” Waldner explained. Prior to the Saturday campfire, McFaddin toured Neepawa with Panoramic Outdoors to experience what Neepawa has to offer,

and why they or others would stop there. “I found that it’s very connected to agriculture, has great outdoor activities, and the people are really welcoming and cheerful,” McFaddin divulged. “In my experience, that seems to come from that closeness to nature [which towns like Neepawa have].” To see more about Josh McFaddin or Panoramic Outdoors, readers can find them on instagram (@ joshmcfads) and Facebook, respectively.

The Neepawa Bird Sanctuary held their craft sale fundraiser at the Neepawa Legion on Sept. 14. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the Legion was filled with handcrafted items– and some plants– for people to browse and buy. Committee member Brend Ferguson estimates the craft sale raised around $1,000. At the craft sale, tickets were also drawn to determine the winners of the goat raffle, in which ticket buyers nominated others to win a goat. The draw results were: Howard Buffi, nominating KristiAnn Wenger; Curtis Skibinsky, nominating Randy Gabel; and Earl Harding, nominating Murray Davie. In all, the sanctuary sold 851 tickets, amounting to $1,578.15 after expenses. The funds raised from both the draw and the sale will be put towards solving the Neepawa Bird Sanctuary’s well issues. The quote the sanctuary received for trenching to run water permanently is $10,000. “We’re close to that already,” Ferguson enthused. “We really appreciate the community and their support throughout these fundraising efforts. Thank you.”

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Neepawa Natives change things up for new season

his summary of the Neepawa Natives hockey team is found on the team’s correspondence and emails. “The Neepawa Natives have been a member franchise of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League since 1989 and play home games at the Yellowhead Centre in Neepawa, Manitoba. The team has a rich and proud history of developing players for all levels of hockey. Season tickets for the 2019-2020 Manitoba Junior Hockey League season are currently available. Additional details on purchasing tickets can be found at www. neepawanatives.com” For this coming season, the team has continued to make changes to its operation and those changes are, in no small part, being led by recently appointed GM and Head Coach Ken Pearson. There is an optimism in the community, as Kenny is a hometown boy who made good and then returned to his roots. After playing minor hockey in Neepawa, followed by five years playing for the Neepawa Natives, Pearson was assistant coach for three years. He went on to a successful career as a head coach in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta. To say he has the respect of the hockey world at home and away would be an understatement. There are other changes being implemented as well by the community-owned club’s board. Many junior hockey clubs charge a fee to players to play, but until recently, none have done so in Manitoba. The Winnipeg Blues were the first, followed by Neepawa and Selkirk. Several other teams in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League are looking to neepawa

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Ken Waddell charge a fee this year. There are several realizations going on in the world of junior hockey. One is that it is almost impossible to run a club without a player fee of some kind. The second is that almost every team east of the Manitoba-Ontario border charges a fee. In typical Manitoba fashion, Manitoba teams seem to think that they are inferior to eastern teams, which is simply not true. MJHL teams have no grounds for feeling inferior. Neepawa has placed over 90 players into higher levels of hockey over the years. Most MJHL teams have done the same. Men who have played here look back years later on their junior hockey years as the best of their life. The third, and most obvious, point is that the fees assessed by junior teams usually don’t even come close to what it costs to have player in AAA Midget hockey. Graduating from AAA to Junior hockey makes for a considerable reduction in costs for hockey families. The Neepawa Natives, like other MJHL teams, pump hundreds of thousands of dollars into the local economy every year. The team plays 29 regular season home games, three pre-season games and, in a good season, several play-off games. They are

the single largest team customer at the Yellowhead Centre. It is interesting to note that not only is the team community owned, so is the Yellowhead Centre. I don’t actually know of any other Manitoba arena that is community owned. Most are owned by the respective town, but that is not the case at Neepawa. The Town of Neepawa doesn’t own the team or the arena, separate community-owned corporations, with elected boards, own the team and the arena. Looking to the future, the team and Pearson signed a five year contract. Of note, Pearson has set a team and community goal, called 5-in-5. The aim is to have five local players on the team in five years. A lofty goal perhaps, but Pearson knows that if you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Lots of changes coming down. The only thing missing is some hard-earned wins on ice and several hundred fans at each game.

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s we close in on next month’s federal election, Canadians are looking to better understand the parties, the candidates and the issues. But it’s not quite as simple as it used to be. Today, w it h ever y- MY thing they read PERSPECTIVE and see, Canadians need to be asking if the i n for m at ion Kate they’re finding is accurate. Is it Jackman-Atkinson even true? In a campaign that’s evoking strong feelings and in which all sides are using a variety of tactics and mediums to call out their opponents, the average citizen can’t be faulted for having trouble deciphering fact from fiction when it comes to information. Everyone wants to ensure they’re well informed and no one wants to have their opinions influenced by something untrue, so what’s a person to do? As readers begin to delve into their research, here are a few things to keep in mind. While slants and biases have been part of news coverage from the beginning, what’s unprecedented is the extent to which the internet has allowed stories with no solid basis in fact to be packaged and presented to readers as if they were true. Few want to admit they’ve been duped, but they shouldn’t be ashamed; media literacy hasn’t been part of most people’s formal education. The ability to decipher fact from fiction will be increasingly crucial, especially as cases of foreign governments looking to influence our elections become more prevalent. When looking for news online, it’s easy for fiction to be dressed as fact. This goes beyond style and presentation— I’ve seen stories online that look exactly like a page from a legitimate news source, even matching the logo and typographical style. But once you look at the URL, you can see that the web address doesn’t match that of the site it’s pretending to be. If the name in the URL doesn’t match the name and logo on the page, be very skeptical. Also remember to check for an “About” page. Legitimate new sources are eager to tell you about themselves and let you know things, like when they were founded, where they’re located, the names of their staff members and how you can contact them. While legitimate news sources will have catchy headlines, the headlines generally won’t make you angry when you read them. This isn’t the case for fabricated stories, which rely on the ad revenue generated when a reader clicks through. In almost all cases, be wary when headlines create a visceral reaction and be very wary of headlines that include the words, “You’ll never believe” or “shocking”. Perhaps the biggest measure of how grounded in fact a story is is how it makes you feel. Fake news is a form a propaganda and it’s used to influence the thoughts and opinions of voters. If after reading a story you feel strongly, especially in a negative way, towards a party or candidate, take pause. While reputable news organizations aim to inform, propaganda aims to get people angry. When writing about contentious issues, legitimate news sources will try to present the story in a factual and balanced way. As you read, ask yourself questions like, “Who are the story’s sources?” and “How reputable are they?” These questions can help readers judge the accuracy of a story. Today, we carry the world around in our pockets, but we need to realize the world of information, and disinformation, isn’t what it once was. We are now all editors and fact checkers, as we open our computers and click on links, it’s something we need to keep in mind.

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Back to school month, part three Observation FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein and how little they knew about their neighbours. Similar changes have taken place in rural Manitoba. Small farms are being absorbed by larger ones. T he number of families actually living on and operating farms is declining. So is the size of the average farm family. Schools, businesses and essential services are being centralized in larger communities, leaving once vibrant small villages and towns in a state of rapid decline. Those who retire after years of farming tend to settle in communities where they can access the goods and essential services they need. Many rural communities are, as a result, home to larger numbers of retired people than they were 10 to 15 years ago. But a far more signifi-

cant change is happening in rural areas with large manufacturing facilities. A s t hey ex pand t heir operations, they require more workers, many of whom come from Pacific rim countries. Some will move to our communities, work for two years and then move on. Others will buy homes, bring their families to this area and become actively involved in building our communities. So, like my home town, com mu n it ies i n r ura l Manitoba have changed remarkably in the last few years. So whether we’ve lived here for five years or 50, we must get to know our towns, villages and rural communities all over again. Here are two questions each of us should ask and answer. First, what do we know about those who live right around us– our next

door neighbours and those who live on our street? How many are retired? How many have small children? How many are young couples with no children? To answer this question, we need only observe their day to day activities. Don’t worry about invading their privacy. They’re watching us too. Second, who can use help at different times of the year? I personally know of several people who never have to worry about their driveways being free of snow in the winter months. Good neighbours come over and look after this task for them. Others will cut lawns, weed gardens and run errands for them whenever necessary. Are there people on your street who could use the same kind of help from you? Building strong, caring and welcoming communities isn’t the responsibility of a few. We must all do our part– by getting to know our neighbours and then doing what we can to help them in time of need. They deserve nothing less.

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ne of my many cousins is working on a set of persona l memor ies to share with her children and grandchildren. There are a series of questions to set off the memory bells, trigger memories. One of the questions is to remember the fads that influenced your childhood and youth. For me, being a forty-sixer, it would be the ‘50s and ‘60s that apply. To be truthful, by the end of the ‘60s, I was already parenting and did not/do not feel that fads featured in my daily life. They crept in. This week, I am looking at the ‘50s; I was in school, f inishing junior high, a farm girl, an athlete (yes– really!), and a serious thinker. Summer camp was the norm, family trips to the city were rare, hard work expected. Some fads I was aware of, but what we know is the norm, so it is only in retrospect that

HOMEBODIES Rita Friesen we can see the fad in the fashion! Car hops were the way to get your hamburger. One up on the burger joints (and milkshakes) that we loved, these fast food joints had hops on roller skates that came to collect your order and deliver the goods. The Pony Corral, near the Manitoba University, was a highlight of a Winnipeg trip. Some of the fads were acceptable in my culture and creed. Letterman jackets and letter sweaters. Sigh. If our current love was a jock and we got to wear his sweater or jacket– double sigh. I could do the saddle shoes and the poodle skirts. The skirts were swirly and cute, the shoes stiff and

clunky, better to look at than to wear! These two fads were closely associated with a fad I was not allowed to enjoy– sock hops. The music, Devil’s music, rock and roll, was new and dangerous! The skirts were perfect for dancing and the shoes had to be removed to avoid scuffing the gym f loor, hence– sock hop. I also missed out on drive-in movies. These capitalised on the booming car culture and the film industry. With that film industry, conical bras became a rage, that eras standard of feminine beauty– think Marilyn Monroe, Jayne Mansfield and Jane Russel. (Missed this fad as well!) I did catch the cateye glasses. These have become one of

the most widely embraced items for people going for the retro look. Some of the fads were guy things. DA haircuts, and that does stand for duck’s ass, hair slicked back along the sides of the head, and a part running straight up the middle of the back of the head. Coonskin caps, a tribute to Davy Crockett and Daniel Boone, not to be worn with a DA style! Sideburns, emulating Elvis Presley and James Dean, they worked well with that DA haircut, bomber jacket, fitted T-shirts with sleeves rolled up, and maybe a trucker’s wallet! Super cool in that ensemble, cruising with a set of fuzzy dice dangling from the rear view mirror! (During WW2, fighter pilots hung them in their cockpits for good luck) Oh, and who can forget Jell-O molds, one of the classic desserts of the ‘50s?

By Addy Oberlin t does not matter which channel we turn on, the television is 90 per cent occupied with election news. No matter which candidate we listen to, they all make big promises and claim to tell us the truth. I sometimes wonder how the young adults in our society decide which party would be the best one for them to choose and put their vote for the very first time. There are quite a few to choose from. It makes me think how to introduce a person to God. We know for sure that He is the only one to choose. We also know that God keeps His promises. 2 Corinthians 1:20 tells us “for all the promises of God in Him are yea, and in Him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.” David tells us in Psalm 37:5 “Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass.” We need only one book, the Bible, to find out how we can trust Him, turn around and live a life glorifying God. We can trust God to keep His promises.

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Last Monday evening, Sept. 9, I had just turned south onto Mountain Ave. near the Yellowhead Arena. It was overcast and just turned dark. I was starting to accelerate and saw movement to my left and instinctively touched the brakes. I then saw an individual– believed to be a younger woman– pushing a stroller with a child in it. The mother (?) and child were both dressed in dark clothing and very hard to see. I stopped and they passed me and went on their way and I then began to accelerate once more. About 150 feet further up the road, a second occurrence of the first occurred. A young woman and child in a stroller and both in dark clothing crossed in front of me. I called out about the danger to her and her child while wearing dark clothing on the road at night and was told “Mind your own G .D. business!” Sorry I bothered you! For your own safety, buy a small flashing light– available everywhere– and attach it to the stroller. CN McKechnie Neepawa, MB

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ver the last 50 years, the population of my home town has increased from 750 in 1969 to just over 1,000 in 2016. For a small town in rural Alberta, that is a significant amount of growth, even though much of it is due to retired farmers who moved into new homes they built in town, leaving the farm to one of their children. Fifty years ago, there were four active churches in my home town (Roman Catholic, United, Lutheran and Baptist). Smaller r ura l churches ser ved people of other faith traditions. A person’s religious affiliation was well-known and respected. But a lot has changed in 50 years; a fact that became quite obvious a few years ago, when a new minister came to my home church. He set out to learn as much about his new field of service as he could. What he learned was shared with the church’s leaders; and from the looks on their faces, he could tell how surprised some of them were to see how much their little town had changed

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Jamaica is an island in the Caribbean Sea, with a largely mountainous terrain. The island is ringed by numerous bays, small cays and islands, lush rolling hills and white sand beaches. The island of Jamaica teems with rivers and waterfalls, where you can take your holidays to new heights with cliff jumping. If you are a nature lover, journey into the rainforest to see the many indigenous species of trees, plants, flowers, birds, butterflies, frogs, snakes and reptiles. For the adventurous, take the Sky Explorer chairlift above the treetops to the mountain’s summit, swim with dolphins, bobsled down the mountain or go line through the trees. Like many Caribbean countries, Jamaica’s economy depends heavily on tourism. Upwards of 1.3 million tourists visit Jamaica each year and enjoy a slice of paradise. The Taino people, the original inhabitants of Jamaica, migrated from South America in the seventh century and called the island Xaymaca, “land of wood and water”. Their economy, based on fishing and the cultivation of corn and cassava, sustained as many as 60,000 people in villages led by caciques (chieftains). Christopher Columbus came to visit in 1494 and called it “the fairest island that eyes have beheld.” The Taino people were taken as slaves and by 1600, were wiped out by European disease and brutal mistreatment. The Spanish then imported slaves from Africa and ruled the island until 1655, when the British gained control. Jamaica’s history is steeped in sugar and slavery. By the late 1700s, Jamaica became one of the largest slave markets for the Western Hemisphere. African slaves working the sugar plantations soon outnumbered Europeans five to one. Sweet misery! The colony saw significant slave unrest in the 18th and 19th centuries and freedom was finally granted in Jamaica in 1838. The island became independent in 1962. The great majority of Jamaicans are of African ancestry, the descendants of slaves. Although English is the official language of the country, Jamaican Patois is widely spoken. This Jamaican language is largely a derivative of Spanish, English and African. Jamaica produces some of the world’s best coffee. Blue Mountain coffee is among the rarest and most expensive coffees in the world. The English were the first to begin making rum in Jamaica from fermented sugar cane. Jamaica currently produces the widest varieties of rum in the world. In fact, the island has the capacity to produce up to 50 million litres of rum annually. Jamaican rums are presently sold in over 70 countries around the world. Religious concepts are woven through the fabric of Jamaican life and wishing people a good day is often done by using the expression “bless up.” Jamaica’s culinary history is of cultural integration. The Taino had a fish based diet cooked on wooden racks over fires, which they called barbacoa. It is from the Taino that we get the modern word “barbecue”. The Spanish introduced such foods as lemons, limes, oranges, coconuts, bananas, plantains, pigs and goats. The influence of the English include Hot Cross buns, tarts, cakes, jams and pies. Jamaican “patties” are made of a pastry stuffed with meat, vegetables or fish, much like British pasties, but spicier. The African slaves brought with them ackee, (now the national fruit of Jamaica), okra and peanuts. The famous “Jamaican Porridge” is a legacy from the Scots. This mixture of cornmeal, coconut milk, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg is served warm for breakfast. From India came indentured labourers, bringing with them curry powders, spices and roti. Jerk chicken is, without doubt, a Jamaican culinary claim to fame. A “run down” in Jamaica is a popular one-pot dish that usually includes fish and vegetables cooked in coconut milk until the fish is “run down” or breaks into pieces. Jamaican Bammy is a flat bread that’s made from cassava, callaloo is a dish made from cooking leaf vegetables and gizzada is a tart made from spiced coconut. So, now that I have whet your appetite, I’ll introduce you to Mannish water soup. It is made from a ram goat, along with its head, intestines and testicles cooked in a spicy rum based broth with vegetables. It is served to the bride groom and his guests on the wedding night as an aphrodisiac. Or just try the next two recipes! Orange and onion salad 4 medium oranges 1 Tbsp. sugar 1 sweet onion, thinly sliced 4 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 tsp. salt 4 Tbsp. lemon juice 1/4 tsp. pepper 1/4 cup cilantro or parsley Peel oranges and slice, removing any seeds. Arrange on a large plate. Arrange onion slices over oranges. Mix the salt, pepper, sugar, oil and lemon juice. Drizzle the orange and onions with the oil/lemon mix. Top with cilantro and serve. Baked rum bananas 6 ripe bananas 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup dark rum 1 tsp. ground allspice Slice the banana down the middle length wise, leaving the peel on. Place in a casserole dish. Place remaining ingredients in a pot and heat until the mixture comes to a boil. Pour over the bananas and bake at 400°F for 14-18 minutes. Place each banana in a bowl and drizzle with the sauce.

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Neepawa Public School Grade 8 1952/53. Staff pictured: Principal Mr. R. Wes McAmmond (back left), teachers Miss Ruth Faryon (back second from right) and Mr. Jim Scott (back right). Students pictured, back row (from left): Leila Knudson, Blanche Christmas, Carol Holod, Miriam Shulman, Harvey Arbuckle, Bill Bates, Ralph Loader, Dale Giles, Ron Docking, Bill Crabbe, Ed Yakachuk, Murray Reid, Lois Alexander, Donna Martin, Gloria Bush, Kay Pritchard. Middle row: Nancy Lou Hole, Myrna Hawkins, Phyllis Cropley, Lorna Goodwin, Janet Richards, Shirley Kawka, Jane Thompson, Dawn Hunt, Agnes Spence, Josephine Howatt, Shirley Singleton, Ruth Whitley, Anne Kelunick. Front row: Mervyn Pilkey, Clifford Ralph, Richard Harris, Roy McGillivray, Henry Shewfelt, Bev Blanchard, Mel Wolko.

By Rick Sparling Neepawa Banner & Press The rest of Bill Nicholson's memories of Central School include that he really enjoyed school and recalls that one day, everyone was marching to the high school for the track and field day and near the beginning of the walk, he needed to use the washroom, so he snuck off and took care of the problem and then walked up behind the others thinking that he

could be in trouble. It was a relief (in more than one way) to see the teachers didn't seem aware of his absence...or didn't care. Bill recalls Mr. McAmmond (Principal) and Ms. Faryon (Vice Principal), both who spent time supervising the school hockey program. The closing was a bit confusing in his memory. He thinks that the whole class all walked over to

West Park School when old Central closed down... the fall just before Christmas or in the spring after Christmas. He thinks the walk over was in January of 1954, but the younger kids went over in December of 1953, when their rooms were ready. Bill mentioned that he may have some “f lashbacks” and tell us a few more of his recollections later.

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Clarke ready to go back to work for Agassiz By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press Despite the assumption by some political pundits that Agassiz was a “safe” riding for the Progressive Conservatives, Eileen Clarke refused to take a single vote for granted. Clarke, who was recently elected to a second term as the constituency’s MLA, has spent the past few weeks out on the campaign trail. Over that period of time, she talked to many voters and, more importantly, listened to them. It appears that effort paid off on election night, as she received a total of 5,687 votes, well ahead of her nearest competition, who received just 942. Looking to earn every vote Clarke said that she went into this campaign assuming that she needed to earn every single vote all over again. “I come from a very solid PC riding, one of the best in Manitoba, without a doubt, however, I didn’t take this victory for granted,” Clarke said. “There were geographic changes to the riding. We have new constituents, so you have to make an effort to get out there and introduce yourself to them, to present what you stand for. As well, it was important to not forget about

those who previously supported you and not simply assume that vote was a given.” Speaking to a crowd of well-wishers at the Gladstone Legion on election night, Clarke thanked everyone for their support. Clarke was quick to also share credit with her political team for working so diligently over the last three years and during the election campaign. She said a victory like this doesn’t happen through the efforts of one single person.

Agassiz MLA Eileen C l a r ke s p o ke t o suppor ters at the Gladstone Legion, following her re election on Tuesday, Sept. 10. Clarke and her Progressive Conservative party were re-elec ted and will once again form a majorit y government.

Time to get back to work As for the job ahead, Clarke noted to the Banner & Press that she was excited to go back to work with her colleagues over the next few years to move the province forward. “Definitely excited for the whole party. We ran for three years as a team and we wanted to go back as a team, for sure, but elections are unpredictable. It’s been a tough three years. We’ve initiated a lot of change, which we strongly supported, but we knew it wasn’t going to be easy. But we are very confident that we are going in the right direction and to receive a mandate like we have [on election night] to keep going, that’s huge for us.” Clarke stressed. “We are elected by the people and we cannot ever forget that.”

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Farmery nominated for business award By Eoin Devereux

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Farmery Estate Brewery in Neepawa is up for a major business award. The Manitoba Chamber of Commerce (MCC) recently announced the nominees for its 36th annual Business Awards and has slated Farmery as a candidate for the Outstanding Small Business prize. The Neepawa based brewery is nominated alongside a pair of Winnipeg companies, Brows by G and the Coal and Canary Candle Company. The criteria for the award are a Manitoba based company that consists of less than 30 employees. The Manitoba Business Awards are open to organizations of all sizes and sectors throughout the province and celebrate community leaders for their accomplishments. In a press release announcing the nominees for the seven different categories, Manitoba Chambers of Commerce President and

CEO Chuck Davidson said that this year, once again, is showcasing a high calibre of nominations. “It’s such an honour to learn about and celebrate individuals, companies, and social enter pr ises for their contributions to Manitoba’s strength,” said Davidson. “These awards provide representatives of our 71 chambers of commerce from across the province, an opportunity to nominate their business heroes and share inspiring success stories.” Lawerence Warwaruk, who, along with his brother Chris, co-own Farmery, said that they are appreciative of this recognition. He added that they have been very deliberate in their approach towards making Farmery what it is. “Chris and I have been working ver y hard on our concept. We haven’t strayed very far from what we believed to be what made us successful. We’re constantly working on improving it and giving the customer that whole farm

to table experience, which really is the backbone of our whole philosophy,” stated Warwaruk. “We purposely situated our business in a smaller community to make a difference. We’re environmentally sustainable and we wanted to add extra value close to the farm gate as possible and we’re proud of that.” T he MCC Business Awards will be handed out in Winnipeg on Oct. 25.

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Looking Back

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1979: Van Rooshalen first woman coast guard in Great Lakes region By Cassandra Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

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110 years ago, Tuesday, September 21, 1909 Why ask “Will Neepawa g row? ” Neepawa is growing. There has been about a mile of granolithic sidewalks built this season, the creamery has been resuscitated and is profitably operated; every industry of the town is progressing; the C.P.R. has built a new and enlarged water tank and put down a Y; the C.N.R. has practically made a divisional point here; a fourth bank has been opened; the Winnipeg oil company has established a distributing warehouse, and Stanley Wilkins is doing a fruit jobbing trade with Neepawa as his base of operations. Neepawa is growing in spite of obstacles and will grow more if given a fair chance. A you ng Ca nad ia n named A rnold Brown died recently at Detroit from hemorrhage brought on by yelling too much at a baseball match.

70 years ago, Thursday, September 22, 1949 Within the next few weeks, Company Sergeant Major Preston Cheetham, of Neepawa, Manitoba, will become one of the most decorated Canadian veterans of the Second World War. He is due to receive from A rmy headquarters in Ottawa, the C.V.S.M. and clasp the African Star, the France and Germany Star, the Italy Star, Defence Medal and the War medal. P reston Cheet ha m compiled a lengthy war record. He enlisted with the Queens Own Cameron Highlanders on Sept. 6, 1909– at the age of 26. After training at Shilo and Quebec City, he went overseas Dec. 1940. He took commando t r a i n i n g i n E n g l a nd and landed at Dieppe Aug. 19, 1942, where he was wounded in battle. Following his recovery in England he went to North Africa in 1943 with the Loyal North Lancashire Regiment and remained to the end of the campaign. Upon ret u r n i ng to England he was promoted to Company Sergeant Major and rejoined the Q.O.C.H., and landed in France after D-Day in 1944, where he was wounded for the second time at St. Andre Ser Orne. He returned to Canada in 1944, where he was stationed at the convalescent centre at Portage la Prairie until his discharge in 1946. C.S.M. Cheetham is a native of Neepawa and his wife is the former Vida Kellough. He is the son of Mrs. Cheetham and the late Edwin Cheetham. Since his discharge he has been employed with the Canadian National Railways at Neepawa.

100 years ago, Friday, September 19, 1919 A Brandon man was fined $50 this week for giving lemon extract to an Indian. 90 years ago, Friday, September 20, 1929 The Neepawa Consumer’s Co-operative Ltd., have acquired the brick building opposite the post office, to be used as an office. A gasoline tank is being erected on the lot north for the convenience of members. 80 years ago, Tuesday, September 19, 1939 Churches have been closed in Germany. W i n n ipeg Jew s a re praying for an Allied victory in the present war. T he for mer v icechancellor of Austria is recruiting a regiment to fight in the French army. He was formerly leader of the Austrian anti-Nazi party. Heidelberg University in Berlin, world-famed seat of learning which began to decline following the advent of the Nazi regime, will remain closed indefinitely. Only five universities in the

60 years ago, Friday, September 18, 1959 Work i s adv a nc i ng rapidly on the pouring of the concrete on the spillway at the dam southeast of town. 50 years ago, Thursday, September 18, 1969 Constable P. E. Currie has been transferred to

t he Nee paw a RC M P Detachment from Brandon. Constable Currie, who hails from Stanley, New Brunswick, joined the force in July, 1968. He began duties here Monday, Sept. 15, and replaced Const. E. Luke, who has been posted to Brandon subdivision.

Dijk had never heard of www.neepawapress.com • A Neepawa-bor n aut hor Margaret Laurence. Today, Van Dijk is the only Dutch translator of Laurence’s books. Van Dijk has translated NEEPAWA, novels MB. Aug 19, 2015 - A new initiative Natives board member Cam Tibbett said that within nerships Laurence’s The from the Neepawa Natives junior ‘A’ hockey club is the next few days, farms within a 20 kilometre radius positive i Stone Angel and A Jest reaching out to the region’s agricultural industry. Har- of Neepawa will receive a letter outlining the Harvest but also www.neepawapress.com • August 26, 2015thrive • Pagein1 for Hockey a project where of vest God into isDutch. In local farm families for Hockey concept. are being asked donate a portion of their crop to “This is something the team is very excited about. The cr November, her totranslation help support the operations of the club. We’ve mailed out details to farms across the region. 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A grand opening Dauphin-Swan RiverNeepawa Conservative candidate Dan Mazier opened his new campaign office in Neepawa on Wednesday, Sept. 18. The office is located at 402 Mountain Ave and is one of three established across the riding for the upcoming federal election. The others will be located in Russell and Dauphin. Further details on the event will appear in the Sept. 27 edition of the Banner & Press PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

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‘We’re not what they’re saying we are’ Frank Godon talks about People’s Party of Canada platform

As well, Godon stated more localized law enforcement for towns and cities should be discussed, specifically citing Dauphin as a community where a city specific police force could work with the province and the municipality. Another item on the list would be more investment in water and sewer treatment, especially for our First Nations communities.

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press Frank Godon believes that there are a lot of misconceptions out there about the People’s Party of Canada and just what it represents. That’s why the Party’s candidate for Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa was pleased to sit down recently with the Banner & Press and chat about the upcoming federal election. Godon did note, however, that he was still planning on meeting face-to-face with as many of the local constituents as he can between now and federal election day on Oct. 21. “I’ve gone out there and will continue to go out there and talk to people, share our platform. Get a feel for what I was going to be up against. People don’t know me yet and that is a big obstacle,” said Godon.

The campaign trail Godon knows that it will be an uphill climb for his party to make inroads during this election. One reason is that there are a fair amount of people who don’t feel all that energized about this election or the variety of candidates they have to choose from. Another has to do with accusations that the People’s Party has associations with alt-right groups and anti-immigrant sentiment. Godon said that the party has made missteps in its early development, but that it’s not what some in the media say it is. “We are a new party. We’re not branded yet, though usually anything you do hear is negative from the media and I’m refuting the negative connotations. We’re not what they’re saying we are,” Godon indicated. “One thing I hear a lot is, ‘Oh, you guys don’t like immigrants.’ No, that’s not the case. Our immigration policy was made by immigrants. We have about, just over 20 immigrant candidates. We want to accept new arrivals and continue to do so, but the sheer numbers are untenable right now. We want to help [immigrants], but we want to help our own people too. If we are falling short in helping our veterans and in helping our First Nations, if we are falling short

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in helping the average Canadian who is trying to survive, why would we expand that to cover other people when we can’t even help those who are already a part of the system? Now, I know that it’s a good humanitarian effort to do that, but let’s take care of our own house.” Policies closer to home As for what he’d like to bring to Dauphin-Swan RiverNeepawa if elected, Godon said he has a list of items he’d like to see action on. “The first one is some type of economic injection to bring in industry. The one thing I’m hearing from some of the farmers, is the promise of a hemp production plant that didn’t go anywhere. Nothing is happening with this. Federal representative needs to take an active part in discovering and delivery of new business investment into the region. We need to bring in the proper people to do that, and I believe that I can deliver that.”

Rapid growth Godon concluded the interview by discussing the four pillars of the party, which are individual freedom, personal responsibility, fairness and respect. He believes that those pillars, along with the overall message of the party, are making breakthroughs across the country. “We have 40,000 members and we’ve reached that mark within about eight months. That’s faster growth than the Green Party. The Greens needed several years to reach that benchmark. We have candidates in every riding,” stressed Godon. “I believe that we are poised to have, at least, official [party] status, given the quality of some of the candidates we have. I think the best case scenario is electing enough to guarantee a minority government, with us having a place at the table. They’ll have to consult with us and that, in turn, will give us recognition. To have people say ‘Hey, I’ll take a closer look at this party, I’ll take a closer look at their platform.’ I mean, that’s to me, the most important thing, have people take a closer look at our platform, instead of going off of what they hear about the party. Go and research it yourself.”

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Political aspirations For many across the riding, Godon may seem like a new entry into the political fray. That definitely is not the case, as he has previously stepped up as a Libertarian candidate in the 2013 federal election in Brandon-Souris. Then in 2016, he again put his name on the ballot, this time during the provincial election for the Manitoba Party, in Arthur-Virden. As for what motivated Godon to give politics a third try, it was Maxine Bernier’s efforts during the 2017 Conservative Party leadership campaign. At a gathering in Edmonton, Godon heard Bernier speak and was motivated to rejoin the party he had left five years earlier. After campaigning for Bernier in his unsuccessful leadership bid, Godon decided to give new party leader Andrew Scheer a chance. After six months, however, Godon became disenchanted with the direction of the party and sent his membership card back. “To me, Scheer was Harper 2.0., so [Scheer] was taking the party in a direction I did not agree with. But then, last year at this time, when Maxine Bernier walked away and started to put together another option. When he confirmed that he was going to start [The People’s Party], I jumped right in there,” stated Godon. At the end of May, Godon put his name forward as a candidate for the People’s Party in Dauphin-Swan RiverNeepawa and received the nod. He said part of the reason for doing so was related to the fact that, in his estimation, the current leadership of the Liberals and Conservatives are nearly two sides of the same coin. “Scheer is the same as Trudeau. They’re Lib-Cons. If you look at their [political] platform; the Conservative and the Liberal platforms, there are a few differences, but not much and not as much as most people think. It’s like Coke and Pepsi. Different packaging, but inside, more or less the same,” noted Godon.

The Indian Act One proposal that Godon had a personal passion for is related to the Indian Act, which allows the government to control aspects of aboriginal life, such as Indian status, land, resources, education and band administration. “This is something that [Bernier] agrees with and this is something that I am pushing for and that’s to abolish the Indian Act. We believe its elimination would provide a better lifestyle for our aboriginal people,” Godon said. “[The Indian Act] was put in place long ago and it’s something that needs to be brought up to date. Unlike the treaties that are living documents, the Indian Act is not a living document. It cannot evolve in the way that treaties can. It’s stagnant in that colonialistic mentality, whose time has long passed.”

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MJHL Pre-season Friday, Sept. 13 Dauphin 2-1 Neepawa

First period No scoring Second period 10:29 DAUP Thompson (1) ASST: None 17:30 NEEP Smith (1) ASST: Redmond (1), Walkington (1) PP Third period 14:50 DAUP Hobbs (1) ASST: Laflemme (1) Goaltenders NEEP- Arnold 34/36 saves WAY - Landsberger 5/5 saves WAY - Smith 10/11 saves Attendance: 507 at Dauphin Credit Union Place Saturday, Sept. 14 Portage 4-1 Neepawa First period 3:14 PORT Shindle (2) ASST: Henry (2) 4:13 NEEP Lieffers (3) ASST: None 5:39 PORT Moffatt (2) ASST: Calder (1) 14:37 PORT Howard (3) ASST: VanDeynze (1), Calder (1) Second period 3:25 PORT Thompson (1) ASST: Clyne (1) Third period No scoring Goaltenders NEEP- Anderson 44/48 saves PORT - Moore 17/18 saves

Attendance: 185 at Yellowhead Arena

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Will this year finally be the year? Neepawa Natives shift attention to the regular season

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Every September around this time, the exact same question echoes through the rafters of the Yellowhead Arena; ‘Is this the year the Neepawa Natives finally become a contender?’ Neepawa’s new head coach and general manager Ken Pearson said that while that’s a question every fanbase asks to start the year, it may be a little bit too early to offer a definitive answer. He said that with so many new faces in the dressing room for the pre-season, wins and losses weren’t nearly as important as the team finding its identity. “Whether we won or lost [in the pre-season] wasn’t a big deal. It was more about watching the guys compete and trying a few different matchups and seeing what worked and what didn’t,” stated Pearson. As for the shift into the regular season, Pearson noted that expectations for everyone will increase and

they will have to adjust accordingly. “We want to be a tough team to play against, we want to have intensity on every shift and we want to play fast. We want to make sure that we’re doing things right and we’re not there. There is work to be done. There’s some adjustments from the way things were done in the past and how we’re going to do things now. There is going to be different responsibilities and different accountability. That’s going to be expected from everyone, the veterans and the first year guys. We want to be a team that’s hard to play against.” MJHL opening weekend is slated for Sept. 20 to 22 and features 10 games throughout the weekend. For the Neepawa Natives, they will begin the season on Friday, Sept. 20, with a home game against the Waywayseecappo Wolverines. Start time is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. The next night, Neepawa will travel to Wayway.

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The Neepawa Natives closed out the MJHL pre-season schedule with a 4-1 loss to the Portage Terriers on Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Yellowhead Arena.

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Swan Valley beat NACI in RMFL action By Eoin Devereux

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T he Neepawa A rea Col leg iate I nst it ute (NACI) Tigers were defeated in their R MFL home opener on Monday, Sep. 16, falling to Swan Valley Tigers 54-24. Despite the loss, NACI put in a solid effort, especially through the air, as quarterback Ward Brister completed 11-of-18 passes a nd accumu lated 287 yards. Brister also added four touchdown passes to his stat-line. Brister’s primary target was receiver Branden Haslan, who had seven receptions for 155 yards, including TD catches of 10, 70, and 28 yards. The other touchdown that came through the air was caught by Ryan Belisle, who ended the day with three receptions for 110 yards, including a 75 yard TD reception. On the ground, NACI had a combined 71 yards on 15 carries, with

Conner Kasprick leading the way with 52 yards on 12 carries. From a defensive standpoint, NACI ended the game with 34 tackles, a pair of fumble recoveries a nd one sack . Colter Birnie had eight tackles and a fumble recovery, while Riley Neufeld had seven tackles, a fumble recovery and sack. With this loss, NACI regular season record has dropped to 0-2 on the year. The next game for Neepawa has been scheduled for Friday, Sept. 20 in Moosomin.

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Classifieds Obituary Alfred Robert Terin Alfred Robert Terin, of Arden, born July 23, 1933 in Winnipeg, passed away peacefully on September 12th, 2019 with his family by his side at Neepawa Hospital, after a long battle with cancer. Alfred was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and grew up on the family farm, which was situated at the mouth of Mossey River, at the northern tip of Dauphin Lake. His mother and father immigrated from Latvia prior to 1933 and built the family home, which was a 13 room farmhouse consisting of separate living quarters for up to 4 hired men and a cook (who made the best homemade barbecue sauce), two staircases, one for family and guests and the other located over the kitchen. The farm was very large for that time, consisting of approximately 2,500 acres and 400 head of cattle. Growing up, he attended Mowat School in the area and one year of high school in Dauphin. He went on to study Agriculture in Brandon for a short time. He then returned to work with his dad on the family farm and took over the family farm in 1965, after his dad’s death. Alfred and Lorraine lived in close proximity to one another ,but it wasn’t until Alfred made every effort and excuse to have to turn his tractor around at her dad’s driveway instead of in an approach half a mile earlier that they met. They started visiting on Sundays and finally, Alfred got up enough courage to ask Lorraine on a date to the Midnight Frolic in Rice Lake in 1965. Alfred married Lorraine Rudkavich, of North Lake District, July 22, 1967, and they continued to work on the mixed family farm operation and raise their children Curtis and Christine. In the ‘70s, Alfred and Lorraine sold the farm at the lake and in turn purchased a smaller mixed farm 4 miles to the north as well as 5 quarters of grain land and a yardsite south of Arden, Manitoba on the Arden Ridge. They farmed both operations at the same time, with the help of Lorraine up north and Max Park at the new farm on the Arden Ridge. In 1980, there was a family addition, their 3rd child, Clayton was born and at that time, the family sold the farm located east of Fork River and relocated to the Arden Ridge homestead. Alfred continued farming the grain land until 2001, after a serious accident forced him to retire. He and Lorraine continued to live on the Arden Ridge farm. Alfred is predeceased by his parents Robert & Alma Terin and his sister Anne Standrick. He leaves behind his wife Lorraine of 52 years, son Curtis Terin (Coralee)-Chelsey, Connor, Evan of Virden, son Clayton Terin (Jodi)Taylor, Tyson, Cobe of Arden, and daughter Christine Pedersen (Hans)-Josie, Rebecca-Lynn of Neepawa, as well his sisters Rasma Stuart of Florida, Ruby James of Winnipeg, Roberta Mullen of White Rock, BC and Rita Harris of West Vancouver, BC. Through the early years of farming, Alfred had many hired hands to help run the farm and took pride in being an honest and fair boss. He often found himself helping many neighbours repair equipment and offered a helping hand in all aspects of farming when friends and neighbours were in need. He took great pride in all the hard work that he did. Alfred worked hard and took time to play hard. He and Lorraine hosted many house parties in any house they lived, at which they and the neighbours danced the night away and made many memories. Alfred also spent many hours at the local grain elevators, selling his grain and visiting. He loved to fish and hunt, as living near Dauphin Lake offered many opportunities. He endured many changes, hardships and good times and said it was all worth it to be able to watch his grandchildren run and play. A celebration of life was held at the Arden Hall, preceded by the interment at the Mekiwin Cemetery, both officiated by Rita Friesen. Pallbearers were Dean Cochrane, Dale McKinnon, Raymond Pasternak, Blaine Mullen, Rodney Mullen and Brent Hunter. If family and friends so desire, donations in Alfred’s memory can be made to the Neepawa Pallative Care.

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Edwin Charles Bradley, age 74 years, of Rivers, Manitoba, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2019. Ed leaves to mourn his beloved wife of 52 years, Lynn (nee Greene), children Dean, Shelley and Derek, grandchildren “The Lights of His Life”, Travis “Special Buddy” (Syd), Jessica “Barney” (Kyrell), Tyler (Albert), Luke (Walter), Wells “Buddah”, Rosandra “Cookie Monster”, Payten (Brandon), Chance (Emily), Paige and Cole Desjardine. Papa leaves his great-grandchildren Arayah “A”, Breanne “B”, Daryn “Baby”, Aksel, Mason, Abby and a “special grand baby” he was excited to meet in March. Ed also leaves to mourn his sisters Marie, Doreen and brother Dennis, as well as many nieces and nephews. Rest In Peace “The Right Honourable” You will be missed. A Come and Go Celebration of Ed’s Life was held on Sunday, September 8, 2019. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in memory of Ed may be made to the Stollery Children’s Hospital, 8440 112 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2B7. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com. Arrangements with Memories Chapel, Brandon 1-855727-0330. Evelyn Joan Eros (nee Kasprick) On Sunday, September 15, 2019, Evelyn Eros passed away peacefully in her sleep at the Douglas Campbell Lodge at the age of 92 years. She was predeceased by her husband Jack Eros. Evelyn will be lovingly remembered by her sons Miles (Elaine) and Brent; grandchildren Kyle (Angela), Scott (Josie), Thomas and Rebecca; greatgrandchildren Waylon and Aurora. A private family burial will take place at the Riverside Cemetery, Neepawa, MB. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Evelyn’s memory to Portage Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), 121-12th St. NE, Portage la Prairie, MB, R1N 4A2. A tree will be planted in memory and cared for by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel. 204-857-4021 www.mckenziesportagefuneralchapel.com

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Obituary AUDREY FRANCES McCLELLAND September 18, 1936 - September 9, 2019

Audrey passed away on September 9, 2019 in Tuxedo Villa, Winnipeg at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by her mother Alison McClelland, father Kenneth McClelland and brother Ronald McClelland. Audrey is survived by her siblings, David McClelland [Joyce], Jean Forsman [Doug], Raymond McClelland [Heather], Thelma McClelland and Lynne Ranger [Dennis]. Audrey had many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and very special friends who were near and dear to her. Audrey completed high school in Grandview, MB, receiving the Governor General Award. From there, she entered Nurses training and graduated in 1957 from Misericordia General Hospital. She continued her education and completed her degree at McGill University. Her career included a few years as a Psychiatric Nurse and then many years in Public Health, until her retirement in 1995. Audrey was a social activist, member of many organizations and participated in outreach programs which advocated her beliefs for human rights, justice and peaceful co-existence. Friends and relatives are encouraged to share in phototribute, eulogy, stories and condolences for the family by visiting Audrey's Memorial page at EthicalDeathCare.com A Celebration of Life will be held 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at Westworth United Church, 1750 Grosvenor Ave., Winnipeg, MB. In lieu of flowers, a donation to a charity of your choice or the Westworth United Church Mission and Service Fund is appreciated.

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In Memory of Gordon Kaye

May 18, 1936 – September 19, 1999 You were always there when we needed you, No task too great or small, With loving heart and willing hand, For us you did them all. God knew you were suffering, And knew you were in pain. He knew the road was getting rough, And the hills were hard to climb. So he put his arms around you, and lifted you to rest. Now a light from our household is gone, A voice we loved is stilled. A place is vacant in our home Which never can be filled. Our thoughts are with you always, And when this life is through, We pray that God will take our hands And lead us straight to you. A lot has changed in the years since you left us but we see you every day in the grandkids and great grandkids. We see your mannerisms, your sense of humor, your kindness and compassion and the odd time your colorful language. We reminisce, laugh and cry and so you are with us always. With love always: Teena; Karen (Gary); Ryan (Alicia), Kevin; Janelle (Shayne), Natalie, Chase and Bryk; Matthew (Heather), Benjamin, Abigail and Isla; Kristen (Scott), Kian and Cassia; Kim (Ed), Jeremy; Harlan (Barb), Mike (Avery); James and John.

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Business Opportunity Excellent business opportunity for motivated individual to operate a corner store and fuel sales at a unique new building. Business located at Kelwood adjacent to #5 Hwy. Prefer to lease, but open for offers. For more detailed information contact 204-967-2869 or 204-841-3689

Thank You

A huge hank ou from the Grad 2019 Committee to the following businesses: Neepawa Fire Department • Neepawa Legion Diamond Waterworks • Giant Tiger • Co-op • Shop Easy Safeway – vouchers • McDonalds • Harris Pharmacy Hylife Foods • Westward Ford • McLaughlin GM Your Dollar Store with More • Phinney Stucco & Design Yellowhead Centre staff NACI secretaries – Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Pedersen The family of Alfred Terin would like to thank everyone for the love and support given to us during this difficult time and to everyone who attended the celebration of his life at the Arden Hall on September 19th and special thanks sister Roberta for making the trip out from BC and all others who travelled a distance to attend. Thank you to Dr. Tariq for all the years of regular visits and memorable chats you must have had, Dr. Milligan for the special attention you gave Alfred and Dr. Poettcker and Dr. Hunter (Brandon Hospital) for your guidance with Alfred’s cancer care – your combined expertise gave Alfred and us even more quality time together. A special Huge Thank You to the nursing staff for their care and compassion given to Alfred during his stay at the Neepawa Hospital. Thank you also for allowing us the time we needed with him every day of his stay and especially on his final day. We would also like to thank White’s Funeral Home for taking care of arrangements, Rita Friesen for officiating the graveside service and at the hall. Thank you to all those involved with the lunch – Terry Buechler and community members for preparing the lunch and to the Crocus Club, Arden Ladies Auxiliary and the Museum Committee members for desserts. Special thanks to the Pine Creek Colony members for the buns and cheese for the lunch, your friendship over the years to Alfred and Lorraine meant a lot to them both. Thank you to all the pallbearers for your service that day. You were special people to Alfred. Thanks again to all family and friends that called, dropped by, brought food, flowers and thanks for all the hugs and well wishes. Extra special thanks to Dean Cochrane for your friendship and for always being on the lookout for Alf, and to Lorenz, Ian, and Michael Maendel, Alfred always enjoyed your visits and time spent together. Sincerely, Lorraine Terin and family

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Manitoba Community Newspaper Association Province-wide Classifieds

Ad Deadline Tuesday Noon Notice TO: Chad Conway McLaughlin An action has been commenced against you by Royal Bank of Canada in the Court of Queen’s Bench, Winnipeg Centre, File No. CI19-01-20455. This notice is published pursuant to the terms of an Order for substitutional service granted by the Court, which provides that service of the Statement of Claim upon you shall be effective five (5) days after publication of this notice. If you intend to defend this proceeding, you, or a Manitoba lawyer acting on your behalf, must prepare a Statement of Defence in Form 18A prescribed by the Queen’s Bench, 408 York Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba within 20 days of the effective date of service of this notice. If you fail to defend this action the plaintiff may enter default judgment against you. FILLMORE RILEY LLP Barristers and Solicitors 1700 – 360 Main Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 3Z3 Telephone: (204) 957-8397 Facsimile: (204) 953-7807 kvilks@fillmoreriley.com Attention: Kelsey M. Yakimoski

NOTICES Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Manitoba Community Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association’s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.mcna.com. Do you have a PRESS RELEASE / MEDIA ADVISORY that needs to go out? Let us help you with that! Though we cannot guarantee publication, MCNA will get the information into the right hands for ONLY $35.00 + GST/HST. We also do Media Monitoring, if you would like to follow up and see who picked up the material. Call MCNA (204) 947-1691 for more information, or email classified@mcna.com for details. www.mcna.com

FOR SALE BATTERIES FOR EVERYTHING. Automotive, farm, construction, ATV, marine, motorcycle, golf carts, phones, tools, radios, computers etc. Reconditioned, obsolete and hard-to-find batteries. SOLAR equipment. The Battery Man. Winnipeg. 1.877.775.8271 www.batteryman.ca

STEEL BUILDINGS FOR SALE STEEL BUILDING CLEARANCE ... "SUPER SAVINGS SALE - FALLING PRICES!" 20X23 $6,080. 25X27 $6,640. 28X27 $7,462. 32X35 $10,336. 35X35 $12,576. One End Wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036 www.pioneersteel.ca

COMING EVENTS ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE SALE! Huge Fall Event - Friday, September 27, 4pm-9pm and Saturday, September 28, 10am-4pm, $7 per person. Assiniboia Downs, 3975 Portage Ave., Winnipeg. FREE PARKING. For info (204) 478-1057

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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

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Derek (204) 793-7465 CENTENNIAL TRANSPORT & LEASING LTD.

Winter FUEL RoadDELIVERY Haul 2016 DRIVERS Class 1 Drivers

needed for deliveries required for deliveries in MB, SK in MB & NW Ont. & NW ON. Skills & qualifications (800) 665-4302 include Classext.1 251 with adequate or 2-years’ e-mail: experience abstract, min. orderdesk@penneroil.ca long-haul driving, good communication & documentation skills, & ability to perform basic vehicle repairs. We offer extensive paid training, competitive wage, monthly bonuses, medical, dental, & long-term disability benefits, RSP matching, paid stat holidays, & vacation pay. Our drivers have assigned trucks, & a mix of day trips & longer overnight trips, with many nights at home, frequent weekends off, & and mostly rural deliveries. We have many long-term drivers. Please email a resume & abstract to orderdesk@penneroil.ca or fax (204)989-4309.

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION invites applications for

FOODS Meat Cutters/Production Personnel Our people, perseverance, integrity, and exceptional partnerships have led HyLife to becoming Canada’s leading pork producer and global exporter of high quality pork products. The growing demand for our pork in Japan and China means we need exceptional people to help deliver our company vision. We have expanded our Neepawa facility to increase our overall production by 15% and in turn created new jobs throughout the company.

MUNICIPALITY OF WESTLAKE-GLADSTONE REVISED WATER AND WASTEWATER RATES PLUMAS WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITY September 13, 2019 The Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone (Municipality) has applied to the Public Utilities Board (Board) for revised water and wastewater rates for the Plumas Water and Wastewater Utility (Utility) as set out in By-Law No. 2017-06, read the first time on September 19, 2017. Rates were last approved in 2007 in Board Order No. 141/07. The current and proposed rates are as follows: Current Rates

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By-Law 1969

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Quarterly Service Charge

$7.50

$9.55

$11.60

$13.64

Water per cubic meter*

$2.75

$3.23

$3.64

$4.05

Wastewater per cubic meter*

$0.30

$0.35

$0.40

$0.45

Minimum Quarterly Charge**

$50.10

$59.67

$68.16

$76.64

Bulk water per 1,000 gallons

$13.00

$15.00

$17.00

$19.00

Reconnection fee

$50.00

Hydrant rental

$75.00

$100.00

*Previously charged per 1,000 gallons not m3 **Based on 14 cubic meters Clauses were added or revised in By-Law No. 2017-06. Please review the proposed By-Law at the Municipality for detailed information. Details of the Municipality’s application are available for review at the Municipal office or the Public Utilities Board’s office. Any questions concerning the application for revised rates, or the operation of the Utility, should be sent directly to the Municipality. If you have concerns/comments regarding the Municipality’s application for revised water rates, please go to www.pubmanitoba.ca and provide your comment. Please note all comments will be forwarded to the Municipality. Questions or comments should be sent on or before October 9th, 2019. The Public Utilities Board is the provincial regulatory agency that reviews and approves rates for water and wastewater utilities in Manitoba, with the exception of the City of Winnipeg. The Board’s review process involves: • the Utility filing a rate application to the Board; • a public notification of proposed rate changes; • the Board’s review of the application through a public hearing or paper review process; and • the issuance of an Order which outlines the Board’s decision on the rate application and the rates to be charged. The Manitoba Ombudsman has privacy guidelines for administrative tribunals. The Board is mindful of its obligations under those guidelines. Its decisions in respect of the application being considered will be sensitive to the guidelines. Personal information will not be disclosed unless it is appropriate and necessary to do so. However, the Board advises participants that these proceedings are public and that as a result, personal information protections are reduced. The Board will then decide whether any further notice is required and whether to proceed with a public hearing or paper review process. All concerns received by the Board will be considered in the Board’s decision on rates to be charged. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IN CONSIDERING THIS APPLICATION, THE PUBLIC UTILITIES BOARD MAY OR MAY NOT FIND IT NECESSARY TO DETERMINE RATES DIFFERENT FROM THOSE APPLIED FOR BY THE APPLICANT. Note: All proceedings will be conducted in accordance with the Board’s Rules of Practice and Procedure, which the Board may vary in order to constrain regulatory costs. The Rules are available at www.pubmanitoba.ca. “Original signed by:” Jennifer Dubois, CPA, CMA Assistant Associate Secretary Manitoba Public Utilities Board

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 slaughter production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between! With our wide variety of jobs, excellent people, and our drive for innovation you will certainly find a job that suits you! Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to: • Slaughter and eviscerate hogs for further processing • Harvest and package edible offal • Process pork carcasses into primal cuts • Butcher and package pork primal cuts into value added specifications for local, national and international premium markets • Carry out other tasks related to processing of meat for shipping to customers or storage • Sanitation People who will succeed as members of our team will: • Enjoy working in a fast paced, stable long term work environment • Appreciate working in a culturally diverse workplace. We employ people from all over the world! • Treat people with dignity and respect • Open to working in colder/warmer environments • Physically Fit • Experience as an industrial butcher or trimmer is an asset

Current starting wage is $14.85/hour plus $1.00 per hour perfect attendance incentive! Wage scale extends to $22.10 per hour We believe that our success is founded on the strength of our team. As such, we place a great deal of emphasis on attracting, developing and retaining good people, and consider every one of our employees to be a highly-valued member of the HyLife family. To that end, we are committed to providing a working environment that not only fosters personal growth, but also recognizes our employees’ contributions towards the common goal of our company’s success because of this HyLife has been recognized as a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies. 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 thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted

Grass River Colony School

Math Gr. 6-8, Science Gr. 4-5, 6-8, Social Studies Gr. 6-8 Half Time Term Teacher October 1, 2019 – November 30, 2019 Applications close at noon on The2019. Carberry Friday, September 27, News-Express For more information Contact Bev Szymesko SubmitDecember letter of application Monday, 10, 2012and resume to: bevs@trsd.ca Bev Szymesko, Superintendent Turtle River School Division Box 309, McCreary, MB, R0J 1B0 Phone 204-835-2067 ext 202 Fax 204-835-2426 Although all applications are appreciated, only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.

Production Operator Manitoba Starch Products is the only manufacturer of foodgrade potato starch in Canada. Our growing, state of the art processing facility is located near Carberry, MB, in the heart of Canada and surrounded by western Canadian potato production. We are currently seeking a full-time Production Operator to work in our plant that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. The successful applicant will work on a rotating schedule which includes 10 and 12 hour day and overnight shifts. The successful candidate will possess: • the ability to work 10 and 12 hour shifts on a 24 hour, 7 day per week rotating schedule • the ability to work alone on overnight and weekend shifts • the ability to lift and carry up to 25kgs, walk and stand on concrete for long periods of time (with breaks), and be comfortable with heights • the ability to work in varying temperatures • the ability to consistently maintain a clean work area • a strong work ethic with the ability to maintain an excellent attendance record • strong problem solving skills with keen attention to detail • a positive, collaborative attitude and approach to work • strong computer skills • mechanical aptitude • previous manufacturing experience • the ability to fluently speak, read, and write in English • legally eligible to work in Canada We offer competitive wages and employees are eligible for our benefits package after successful completion of the requisite probationary period. Qualified candidates can apply by emailing a current resume and cover letter to the attention of Brent McMillan at bmcmillan@manitobastarch.com by September 27, 2019. We thank all that apply. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION

Rural Municipality of Rosedale

Invites

Snow Removal Tenders Turtle River School Division invites tenders for Snow Removal at the following locations: Alonsa School • McCreary School Glenella School • Ste. Rose School Ecole Laurier • Bus Garage McCreary Please tender separately for each location. Tenders are to be on a per hour basis complete with specification of snow removal equipment and individual per hour rate. Tenders clearly marked SNOW REMOVAL TENDER will be accepted by the undersigned until 12:00 noon Wednesday, October 2, 2019. Mark envelopes: SNOW REMOVAL TENDER The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Send Sealed Tenders to: Dean Bluhm, Transportation/Maintenance Supervisor Turtle River School Division Box 309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0 Phone: 835-2067 Fax: 835-2426 deanb@trsd.ca

Rural Municipality of Rosedale

REQUEST FOR TENDER

Water Pipeline Extensions 2019

The R. M. of Rosedale is requesting quotes for the demolition and removal of buildings & their contents in addition to the relocation of campers, vehicles, etc., mowing and cleanup of property at three (3) separate locations in Kelwood, Manitoba Work to be completed by November 1st, 2019 The R.M. of Rosedale must receive written bids by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 27th, 2019. Highest or any bid not necessarily accepted. Please contact the municipal office at 204-476-5414 or visit our website at www.rmrosedale.com for more information.

Auction Sales

Gladstone Auction Mart Ltd

FALL HORSE SALE

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3 AT 6PM Receiving horses 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 pm PLEASE HAVE EID PAPERS FILLED OUT NO TACK SOLD BY AUCTION,DESIGNATED AREA PROVIDED FOR PRIVATE TREATY TAILGATE TACK SALES

For the supply and installation of approximately 350m of pressure pipeline, two (2) service connections and related appurtenances in the Rural Municipality of Rosedale.

For more info call Tara Fulton manager at the mart 204-385-2537 Licence #1108

All bidders shall submit the completed tender form in a sealed envelope, clearly marked on the outside with the name and address of the Bidder and “RM of Rosedale Water Pipeline Extensions” no later than October 4, 2019 at 12:00 noon.

ESTATE AUCTION FOR THE LATE WILLIAM JOHN SYMONS

Tenders must be delivered to the following address: Rural Municipality of Rosedale 282 Hamilton Street Box 100 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Please contact the municipal office at 204-476-5414 or visit our website at www.rmrosedale.com for more information.

Classified Ad Deadline Tuesday Noon

Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines.

First look at new fire hall

Sat. Sept. 28 at 10:00 a.m. 8 1/2 miles south of Austin on Hwy 34 1 mile west on PTH 352 Pre auction evening viewing Wed. Sept. 25 at 6:00 PM Cars • Shop Equip - most of it like new • Car Hoist • Wire Welders • Riding Mowers Check website for full listing www.nickelauctions.com

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Dave Nickel, Auctioneer Ph: 204-637-3393 cell: 204-856-6900 email: nickelauctions@mts.net

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FARMLAND FOR SALE NEAR GLADSTONE, MB SE 12-15-12 WPM 160 acres Roll # 218300 SW 12-15-12 WPM 160 acres Roll # 218400 in the Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone All Offers are subject to the following terms and conditions:

For more information, contact Lucy Kinnear Tel: (204) 857-7851 • Fax: (204) 857-3335 • E-mail LMPK@TDSLAW.COM.

McSherry Auction 12 Patterson Dr. Stonewall, MB

PHOTOS BY JOHN DRINKWATER

On Sept. 11, members of the Neepawa Rotary Club had the chance to tour Neepawa’s new fire hall. The department was in the process of moving their equipment and setting up the new hall, ahead of the public open house, planned for Sept. 19.

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Wed Sept 25 & Oct 2 4 PM

Financial

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Sat Oct 12 10 AM

Gun Auction

Sat Nov 2 9:30 AM

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1. Offers shall be made in writing and mailed to Christianson TDS, P.O. Box 940, Portage la Prairie MB R1N 3C4 or delivered to Christianson TDS, 316 Saskatchewan Ave. E., Portage la Prairie MB R1N 0K8 until 3 pm on Thursday, 31 October 2019 (the “Deadline”). 2. Only unconditional Offers will be considered. Buyers are urged to confirm financing approval before submitting Offers. All Offers must allow until 30 November 2019 for acceptance. 3. Offer shall be submitted with a lawyer's trust cheque or bank draft payable to “Christianson TDS In Trust” for at least 10% of the purchase price as a Deposit. 4. If Offer is accepted, Deposit shall become non-refundable. If Buyer fails to complete the purchase for any reason, Seller shall retain Deposit as liquidated damages. 5. If Offer is not accepted, Deposit shall be returned to Buyer within 30 days of Deadline. 6. Balance of purchase price shall be paid by lawyer’s trust cheque or bank draft, and on trust conditions acceptable to Seller's lawyer, on the Closing Date, which shall be on 24 January 2020 (the “Closing Date”). 7. `All adjustments for Property Taxes will be made as of 1 January 2020. 8. If part of the price is to be paid from a new mortgage, payment may be delayed until such time as mortgage registration is complete, and any amount paid after the Closing Date shall bear interest at the greater of Buyer’s mortgage rate or 5% per year, from the Closing Date until paid in full. 9. Buyer will pay any applicable GST, or provide an acceptable undertaking to self-assess GST and indemnify Seller. 10. Highest or any Offer will not necessarily be accepted. 11. Buyer shall be deemed to have relied on Buyer’s own inspection and knowledge of the Land, its true condition, possible liabilities and the title thereto independent of any representations by or on behalf of Seller. No promises will be made by Seller as to number of acres, presence or absence of encroachments or easements, present or past use of property, etc.

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Bennets take a musical trip Neepawa residents Dave and Myra Bennet recently spent two weeks in Scotland, travelling with the Lord Selkirk Pipe Band. Their grandson, Leyton Bennet, presently a grade 12 student at Portage Collegiate Institute, was Pipe Sergeant. Chris Graham, a graduating student from Winnipeg, was Pipe Major. The band played at many venues, including the World Piping Competition in Glasgow, where they placed 9th out of 21 in their category. There were over 200 bands from all over the world competing. The band also had the chance to meet their namesake, Lord Selkirk (pictured). A number of upcoming programs on NACTV will feature the band and their tour. SUBMITTED PHOTO

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Last push for online producer survey on seed royalties Submitted Keystone Agricultural Producers Canadian agricultural producers have until Oct. 15 to share their views on proposed changes to seed royalty structures for cereal crops at seedroyaltysurvey.com. The online survey was launched in July by the Alberta Federation of Agriculture (AFA), the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) and the Keystone Ag Producers (KAP) of Manitoba. The three prairie farm groups are collecting producer feedback on proposed changes to the way royalties are collected on saved cereal crop seeds, after concerns were raised about the level of producer input in the government's consultation process. “It's pretty clear in the responses we have received so far that Canadian producers have a lot to say and feel very strongly about the seed royalty issue, and they deserve to be heard. We encourage as many producers as possible to take the survey before Oct. 15. These changes will affect producers first and foremost and their views need to be considered in this decision,” said Todd Lewis, president of the APAS. “When it comes to the issue of seed royalty structures, there is a single payer in every possible model and that is the producer,” noted Lynn Jacobson, president of the AFA. “We have received clear feedback from producers across our three provinces on proposed changes to seed royalty structures, but we want to ensure that with harvest underway we provide the ability for producers to continue to respond during this busy time of year,” said Bill Campbell, president of KAP. “Producers need to be involved in the consultation process to ensure that these structures work in their best interest.” After the survey closes, the results will be compiled and presented to the Federal Agriculture Minister after the Federal election.

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Neepawa Middle School getting final touches

PHOTOS BY KIRA PATERSON

From the outside, the Neepawa Middle School has the semblance of being finished. Within, there’s still some work to be done, including most of the floors, ceilings and common areas. Once the building is complete and occupied, superintendent Jason Young said they plan to have an open house for the public. Right: Upstairs, where the majority of the classrooms are located, the hallway is lined with lockers.

Left: Most of the classrooms on the second floor are fairly close to being complete, requiring only a few more cabinets and some finishing details. Right: The library, on the ground floor, still has some work to be done. Between each of the pillars will be glass walls, some being moveable to open up the space to the main hallway.

Divisions focusing on improvements in and out of the classroom Continued from page 1 The projected timeline for occupation of NMS is midOctober, with the Grade 5 students still currently at HMK, and the grade 6, 7 and 8s in NACI’s portables and the current middle years portion of NACI. “We are placing ensuring the new Middle School is done properly over rushing the project to meet a deadline,” expressed Young. “We have waited for several years for this great facility and a few months will not change the programming and opportunities we offer to our students.” As for the portables currently in place, Young said that since they are owned by the Province of Manitoba, they will only be moved at the Province’s discretion when another school needs them. “They will remain in place for a minimum of until the end of the ‘19/20 school year,” he noted. NACI is also undergoing a bit of construction within the building, with the addition of an elevator to make the second floor accessible. The elevator will be located near the staircase by the main office and Young noted that construction on that will be ongoing throughout this school year. Other additions to the division include another teacher, educational assistant and custodian, as well as upgrades to wireless technology, to keep up with demands and supply connection to their over 1,400 devices, including laptops and tablets.

TRSD holding steady, moving forward Turtle River School Division (TRSD) has schools in Alonsa, McCreary, Laurier and Ste. Rose du Lac, as well as two colony schools. Currently, enrolment is at 721 students in the division, almost on par with the numbers

last year, which finished with 724 students. “We expect that number to climb up closer to 740 to 750 students,” added superintendent Bev Szymesko. Ste. Rose School has seen some improvements recently, with a renovation to the grooming room over the summer, as well as installing a new air conditioner, to be completed by the end of October. The division has also added a swim program last spring. “[We] look forward to continuing with this program this year,” Szymesko stated. She also noted that TRSD has made some goals for the 2019-20 school year, to increase their students’ success. They have five areas they have been working on improving since 2015, which are literacy, numeracy, school climate, student engagement and mental wellness. Their literacy goal for this school year is to bring half of all their grade 8 students up to expectations in expository writing by January. In numeracy, the division is aiming to have 45 per cent of all grade 7 students meet mid-grade performance expectations in number sense and skills. TRSD hopes to have all students from grades 7 to 12 report a two per cent improvement in school climate by June 2020. Student engagement is another area that they hope to improve. TRSD has a goal to increase grade 7 to 12 students’ feelings of engagement in their education by two per cent by the end of the school year. As well, the division has a goal for students’ mental wellness– to have 88 per cent of students from grades 7 to 12 report low levels of anxiety and depression. RRSD focusing on school safety Rolling River School Division (RRSD) spans a large area north, west and south of Neepawa, including the

communities of Erickson, Onanole and Minnedosa. “On behalf of the RRSD Board of Trustees and Senior Administration, we warmly welcome all students and staff for another great year of school,” expressed superintendent Mary-Anne Ploshynsky. The division saw a slight increase in enrolment. So far this year, student enrolment is at 1,799, up slightly from last September, which saw 1,753 students. RRSD has a similar strategic plan to TRSD’s goals. Theirs is also a five year plan, but it was implemented in 2016. Ploshynsky noted the four priority areas in the strategic plan are mental health and wellbeing, cultural proficiency, literacy and numeracy. The division’s top priority recently has been maintaining a safe environment in the schools. “Last year was the implementation of the RRSD Code of Conduct and Emergency Preparedness Manual, with routine drills and protocols practiced through the school year,” Ploshynsky stated. “This year will see the installation of interior and exterior cameras and front door access control in our schools so that we can monitor entry points in our schools and RRSD properties.” Another addition to RRSD is a number of new staff, including 12 new teachers in the division. “Teachers and school administration new to RRSD participated in a two day orientation session on Aug. 27 and 28 at the division office in Minnedosa,” Ploshynsky noted. “New staff members will quickly become an integral part of the RRSD faculty,” she added. An update from the Pine Creek School Division will appear in a future edition of the Neepawa Banner & Press.

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