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A score for winter fun

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On Saturday, Cole Gunter, Bowen Wallis, Josey Sallows and Aiden Frey enjoyed a game of boot hockey. Families were able to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in the Wasagaming-area as part of the fifth annual Winter Adventure weekend Feb. 6 to 8. The event was hosted by Friends of Riding Mountain National Park.

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Original residents celebrated These four original tenants have made their home in the Elks Manor since it was built in 1993 (from left): Merv Drayson, Winnie Anderson, Betty Buchanan and Dorothy Babcock. The Christmas table centers were made by Norma Glandfield (Winkler) in 1993 and have been used every Christmas since.

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The Manitoba Horticultural Association annual meeting was held in Winnipeg Jan 29 to 31 and delegates from the 20 member societies came together to make the usual AGM decisions, but mostly to learn and celebrate all things green and growing: from tiny fairy gardens to caring for your tallest trees. Beautiful Plains Horticultural Society (Neepawa) always participates and makes a notable contribution, with our own Brent Hunter becoming the president and local Master gardener Glenda McPhee (pictured) winning several categories in the photo competition. McPhee and the Vanhoeves created garden art and a bird feeder that were a significant part of the fund raising auction. Former auctioneer Ken Waddell helped the association by calling over $2,000 in funds out of the attendees at the banquet. The local BPHS is planning a speakers day in late April with ideas and information they gathered at the AGM, this will be a low cost, high information event.

As part of ACC Day in Neepawa, the college was the Neepawa Natives game day sponsor. ACC President Mark Frison dropped the puck at the MJHL game between Neepawa and Waywayseecappo on Wednesday, Feb. 4,

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Another successful exchange for NACI students

By Nora Heschuk NACI Sixteen Grade 9 French students from Neepawa Area Collegiate just returned from the first part of their two-week SEVEC reciprocal home-stay exchange with their “twins” from Beauceville, Quebec.

The students were participating in a national, subsidized student exchange program through the Society for Educational Visits and Exchanges in Canada (SEVEC). This program provides a unique opportunity for students to meet new people and experience diversity by travelling to another region of Canada and staying with a host family there.

It is a wonderful learning and growing experience for students!

Besides the rich, cultural experience of living with a French-speaking family, the students also learn about going through airport security, packing their bags for a week-long stay and having to take responsibility for themselves. For some of these students, this would be their first

time navigating both the Winnipeg and Toronto airports.

It would also be the first time that they would be so far away from their families for an entire week.

The NACI students and their teachers left Neepawa at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28. That evening, they were bussed to the École Jésus-Marie school in Beauceville where they met up with their twins and then settled in with their host-families for the week.

On Thursday morning, the 32 students and their teachers went to the Basilique Sainte-Anne de Beaupré, an enormous church very close to Quebec City, looking out on the St. Lawrence Seaway. After the visit of the church, the group went to “Les Chutes Montmorency” (Montmorency Falls) which are higher than Niagara Falls. Although it was -25C, water was still flowing in the middle of the falls.

After some shopping and skating at the “Galeries de la Capitale”, the students headed back to their host families.

On Friday, the group was

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As part of this year ’s SEVEC exchange, NACI students and their “twins” went to “Village de sports” where they spent the day tubing. given a presentation on the history of Beauceville.

They were also shown the process for making cheese and were given samples of different flavours of cheese curds produced locally. In the afternoon, the students went 10-pin bowling and were able to enjoy some billiards and arcade games.

During the weekend, students took part in a variety of activities with their host families. On Monday, the group was taken to le

“Village de sports” where they spent the day tubing down aptly-named slopes such as: “the Himalayas” and “Everest”. On Tuesday, the last full day in Quebec, the students went back to Quebec City where they were able to get a birdseye view of Quebec City, le Château Frontenac and the St. Lawrence Seaway for the Observatoire de la Capitale. From there, they went to Vieux Quebec and then visited the Musée de

Neepawa reads along with Canada Submitted The Neepawa Banner What is the one book to break barriers? That’s the question host Wab Kinew will be asking for the 14th edition of CBC’s battle of the books.

Canada Reads 2015 is all about books that can change perspectives, challenge stereotypes and illuminate issues. Canada Reads has been a National event since 2001in which five books are selected and their virtues debated in cities and towns across the provinces.

On this year’s short list : •Ru: by Kim Thúy, translated by Sheila Fischman • Intolerable: by Kamal Al-Solaylee

Heart and Stroke campaign

By Jean Borchardt Submitted Due to lack of volunteers, the Neepawa Heart and Stroke Campaign will only be having someone at the Neepawa Co-op grocery store for the month of February on Tuesdays and Fridays. Both these days will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. I’m still in need of Volunteers, so if you have a few hours at a time to help out, please call me at 476-2734.

• And the Birds Rained Down: by Jocelyne Saucier, translated by Rhonda Mullins • The Inconvenient Indian: by Thomas King • When Everything Feels like the Movies: by Raziel Reid At each event, five local speakers per participating town, read aloud a passage from the book assigned to them. They speak on the merits of their book and why their books should be the book Canada reads . Books can then be discussed by the audience. Eventually, on CBC radio between March 16 and 19, the books will be debated and defended by celebrities. One by one, the books get eliminated until there is one book left, suggesting it be the book Canada Reads.

In Neepawa the Canada Reads Event takes place on March 5 and 12 at 7 pm at the Margaret Laurence Home.

Along with local celebrity readers, there will also be live music and refreshments .

Suggested entry fee is $5. The featured books will be for sale at the event. Everyone is welcome !

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la civilisation where they could visit different exhibits including Animation, Greek and Roman Gods and the History of Quebec.

All too soon the week was over and they were heading back to Neepawa - leaving at 7 a.m. and arriving in Neepawa at 7 p.m.

The group is now looking forward to hosting the students and their teachers from Beauceville in May.

Evil people desire evil; their neighbors get no mercy from them.

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Sun Feb. 15 10:00 .... Calvary Church, Minnedosa 10:30 .HS Hockey - Mdsa vs Elkhorn 1:00 ..... Holy Week Meditation Music 1:30 .Christ Lutheran Church Service 2:45 ......Curling - Thurs. Night Men’s 5:15 ............................... Spirit Sands 5:30 .Npa Farmers vs Swan Lake - 2/6 7:30 .Christ Lutheran Church Service 8:15 ..........................Curling - Mixed Mon Feb. 16 6:00 ......Community Announcements 10:00 .........................Curling - Mixed 12:00 ..... Card Reads by Annie - #10 12:30 ....... Old Time Dance - Dec. 31 2:30 ............. Harry’s Classic Theatre 4:30 N . eepawa United Church Service 5:45 ................................ Rockalypso 7:00 ................................Coffee Chat 8:00 ............ Npa Natives vs Dauphin Tues Feb. 17 6:00 ......Community Announcements 10:00 ..Neepawa Natives vs Dauphin 12:30 ....LF ‘12 - Charlie Sage Fiddle 2:30 .... St. Dominic’s Church Service 3:45 ............. Malanka at Sandy Lake 6:00 ..................Brothers of the Road 7:00 ..............NAC TV BINGO - LIVE ...................................................Filler 8:30 ........... Selkirk Aboriginal Centre Wed Feb. 18 6:00 ......Community Announcements 10:00 ......... Hockey - Gview vs Mdsa 12:15 ..............................Coffee Chat 1:15 .........LVJ ‘14 - Smith & Wesson 2:30 .Christ Lutheran Church Service 3:45 .........Lily Fest ‘14 - Swamp Gas 5:00 .............Discovering the Past #3 6:00 ...... NFB - Every Saturday Night 6:30 ..................................Herb Dock 7:00 ........................ News and Views 8:00 .Neepawa Town Council -Feb. 17 9:30 ...........................Wrestling #116 10:00 .NACI Tigers Hockey - Feb. 11

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Thurs Feb. 19 6:00 ......Community Announcements 10:00 ........ NAC TV Reads the News 11:00 .........Choraliers - We Will Sing 12:00 ..............................Coffee Chat 1:00 ..........................Co-Op Housing 2:00 .........Selkirk Aboriginal Centre 4:00 ...NACI Tigers Hockey - Feb. 11 6:00 .......... NAC TV Reads the News 7:00 ............................News & Views 8:00 .Neepawa Town Council- Feb 17 9:30 .Npa Natives v Dauphin - Feb. 13 Fri Feb. 20 6:00 ......Community Announcements 10:00 .......Legion Provincial Bonspiel 12:00 ..Nepa Town Council - Feb. 17 1:30 ..........Neepawa Calvary Chapel 2:45 ............. Harry’s Classic Theatre 4:30 ......Curling - Thurs. Night Men’s 7:00 ................................Coffee Chat 8:00 ............... Chiller Thriller Theatre 9:30 ...........................Wrestling #117 10:00 ..... Card Reads by Annie - #10 10:30 ........ Sugaring Off in McCreary 11:15 . ............ Chiller Thriller Theatre Sat Feb. 21 10:00 ........ NAC TV Reads the News 11:00 .NACI Tigers Hockey - Feb. 11 1:00 .........Mennonite Acapella Choir 2:30 ............. Malanka at Sandy Lake 3:30 ..........................Curling - Mixed 5:30 .......... NAC TV Reads the News 6:30 ..................................Herb Dock 7:00 ............................News & Views 8:00 ......Npa Town Council - Feb. 17 9:30 ...........................Wrestling #117 10:00 ....Curling - Thurs. Night Men’s Sun Feb. 22 10:00 .... Calvary Church, Minnedosa 10:30 ....... Hockey - Russell vs Mdsa 1:00 .Stomperfest 2014 - Nelson Little 1:30 .........Knox Presbyterian Church 2:45 ......Curling - Thurs. Night Men’s 5:15 ........................History Fireplace 5:30 .NACI Presents Oliver - May 2/13 7:30 ........ Knox Presbyterian Church 8:15...........................Curling - Mixed

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by Chad Carpenter

hile Canada began with an agriculture-based economy, that has changed over the last century. Today, most Canadians have lost their direct link to the farm, but that doesn’t mean that farmers are any less vital to Canadians.

In 1921, 1 million Canadians were employed in agriculture. It was the single most common occupation and accounted for onethird of the country’s jobs. Since then, the country has grown, but the number of farmers MY has shrunk. In PERSPECTIVE 2008, just 1.8 per cent of the labour force, or 327,000 people, cited their primarily ate employment ackman tkinson as “agriculture”.

While most Canadians no longer call the farm home, we are all dependent upon Canadian farmers. We all enjoy the food they produce.

While those of us who live in rural Canada know the importance of agriculture, the 81 per cent of Canadians who live in urban centres don’t. The problem is that since many Canadians are two generations removed from the farm, they have no idea what modern-day farming entails. The farms of two decades ago, the ones Canadians’ parents and grand-parents left to find opportunity in the city, look nothing like today’s farms.

Yesterday’s farmers were frequently living a hardscrabble life characterized by hard work, gruelling hours, low income and a lack of household amenities. This is the picture many Canadians continue to hold.

I grew up in urban Canada, about three generations removed from the farm. My perceptions of farming were coloured by these outdated images. Growing up, I didn’t know any farmers, my perception of the industry was shaped by stories of previous generations and the media.

As previous generations left the farm to seek their fortunes, the number of Canadian farmers has declined and the size of Canadian farms has increased. According to Statistics Canada, between 2006 and 2011, the average size of Canadian farms increased from 728 acres to 778 acres. While a century ago, a whole family would have farmed 160 acres, today, that land and much more can be farmed by a single person. Today, farmers have been able to leverage technology to replace labour.

The biggest reality urban Canadians fail to recognize about modern farming is the scope of the operation. The majority of today’s farmers are running a highly specialized businesses.

They run their business with machinery and equipment often worth millions of dollars. They must manage the land they own or rent as well as their facilities and equipment. Depending on the type of operation, they manage seeding, harvesting, grazing, stock reproduction and marketing. They manage cash flows involving expensive inputs and uncertain sales income. While they may drive a tractor instead of a desk, they are first and foremost skilled entrepreneurs.

In 2009, Canada’s total farm cash receipts totalled $44 billion. Crudely calculated, that’s an average of $136,000 in cash receipts for each Canadian farmer, but the average hides the fact that many are handling far more in sales than that.

Most of the farmers I know are well educated about their industry and they are using technology to manage their business, they have to. Far from being isolated in some back woods, they are using their smart phones to find the best prices and connecting with buyers, sellers and other farmers from across the country and around the world.

The average Canadian just doesn’t know the realities of farming in 2015, but it’s not their fault, they just don’t have first hand experience. In her remarks at the Manitoba Beef Producers’ annual general meeting, general manager Melinda German stressed the need for producers to tell their stories to the public and to promote their profession as food producers. Canadians want to know about the food they eat and the people who produce it. It’s up to Canadian farmers to tell their story. It’s a good one and no one else will do it for them.

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Keeping it local It’s life or death for communities

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n my travels around western Manitoba over the years, I have been often struck by the ability of some merchants to survive and thrive in what has to be a very tough market. I was in a store this past weekend and it was quite amazing. It was a hardware store in a small town.

It wasn’t in my usual travel area so I hadn’t been in it for quite a while. Only one staff person in the whole place and two huge floors of product.

The one staff person shows that keeping staff costs to a minimum is one way to survive, but the extent and quality of the stock was also quite amazing. In contrast, we all know of stores that are scantily stocked and even more that have gone out of business. So what’s the difference?

Successful stores often make the transition from first generation owner to second generation and the one I saw last weekend appears to have done that. But that’s not the whole answer.

The original owner has used old buildings, kept them in fairly good shape and not over-extended his building and repairs budget. It helps that some of the supplies and materials come from their own store but even still, you can see how growth has been modest and steady.

Over and above the other signs of success, and in spite of the low staffing levels, the owners have always been “on the floor”, visible in the business and that’s very important. Customers want to see the owner, or the manager, and they want to see them out front and available.

Keeping the right stock and

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the right amount of stock is important. It has to be a constant headache for an owner to know what to stock and how much.

Placing weekly orders is the backbone of a small business in a small town.

So how important is it to have a wide range of services in a small town? It’s life or death for communities. All a person has to do is look at an old map of south-western Manitoba and see what used to be and what is no more. It’s a long sad story of de-population, reduction of services, farm amalgamation and government neglect. It’s not likely to change, at least not if one is waiting for help from the senior levels of government or from the corporate world.

We can and should be thankful for all our local business people and we should be especially appreciative of those who try hard every day to meet our needs.

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do to help? One thing is to plan ahead. If you know you are going to need 10 gallons of paint, you might have to give the store a heads up. Maybe they will have 10 cans of paint, but maybe they have to order. Plan ahead. We can also make sure we actually check out our local suppliers first and maybe we can be just a bit less fussy about selection too.

Today’s consumers are spoiled beyond belief and perhaps, in order to keep our business local, we might have to compromise just a touch.

As local communities, we have to look at every possible way to grow and preserve our communities. It looks like the easy way is to shop on-line, to drive to a bigger centre and to make the quick purchase. Yes, it works, but how many of us today want to see another dead town? There’s plenty of those to go around already without making more.

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Opinion Don’t say I didn’t warn you

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

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f you suffer from Triskadekaphobia (the fear of Friday the 13th), you have three days this year in which you can try to call in sick. Today is the first.

The others come in March and November.

But don’t be too eager to call in sick on that day—unless you really are. Employers read this column too; and if you call in sick claiming to suffer from Triskadekaphobia, your employer may say something like this: “Look, I read Neil’s column. See you when your shift begins.” So—don’t say I didn’t warn you.

How the superstition surrounding Friday the 13th came to be is anyone’s guess. So is how long it has been in existence. Scholars maintain that there is no written evidence for a “Friday the 13th” superstition before the mid 19th century (1850 onward); and that few of the theories explaining how the superstition evolved can be proven conclusively.

One view is that the superstition is linked to the events surrounding

FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein the death of Christ. He was crucified on a Friday. The night before his crucifixion, there were 13 people at the dinner table in the upper room and one of them (Judas Iscariot) died that night. So, the argument goes, when Friday and the 13th day of the month come together, they create chaos and disaster.

Folklore is filled with stories of unlucky events that happened on Friday the 13th. This has lead some “spiritual advisors” to suggest that one shouldn’t initiate a major project, go on a journey or make any significant change in one’s life or work on that day—because the day is cursed and whatever you do on that day will be cursed as well.

Don’t you believe it! It just isn’t true.

One verse written by the

Old Testament prophet Jeremiah is more than enough to dispel every myth and superstition about Friday the 13th. “The steadfast love of God never ceases,” he wrote. “God’s mercies never end. They are new (they are renewed) every morning (even on Friday the 13th). Great is God’s faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:22-23—words in parenthesis are my own) The idea that Friday the 13th is a “cursed day” is just that—an idea—an idea that someone put into words, that many believed and that has now become part of our folklore. It has no basis in fact and certainly no basis in Scripture.

So it is a day that we need not fear.

But some of us do fear Friday the 13th. The rest of us fear other things. The fears we harbor can keep

The hats I wear…

A t a two day meeting I attended, we were challenged to consider all the hats we wear.

Not the kind of hat you don to keep your ears warm, but the roles we fill in our living. There are some hats that I have outgrown. I am no longer a daughter, for my parents are deceased.

I am a sister. I don’t get to wear the wife hat any more either, but I am a mother and grandmother. I am carefully choosing any other hats I pick.

I cherish my faith family hat, plain, not at all fancy.

This year I found my curling toque, it doesn’t fit as well as it used to! But I am out on the ice and meeting new people. I carefully selected a vintage chapeau and joined the Beautiful Plains Museum board. This is a comfortable hat.

I have to admit that this

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Rita Friesen season of my life, my worn and bedraggled dog-walking hat is my favourite. No fashion plate here. Warm beats attractive on a winter day. Mr. Hoover, Miss Daisy and I have travelled many miles since October, only opting out when the temperature can’t rise above -15°. These are brisk rapid excursions, walk isn’t the correct term.

Hats I have deliberately set aside include cook, cleaner and general domestic! The basics get covered.

My daughter-in-law gave me the best gift ever. When she left after Ed’s funeral

Observation

By Addy Oberlin riends gave us a gift. It was not very big, but the saying on the card was very special and a reminder for me each day. It said “You are loved.” I am one of the very blessed ones. I have a spouse, family and friends who all love me. You might say that I am lucky and you do not have a spouse, family or even a friend.

When I checked the Bible I noticed that the word LOVE is found from Genesis to Revelation, from the beginning

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my deep freeze was chock full of nutritious comforting food. I had run low by the time she returned for Christmas!

Then we were challenged to deliberate if at times the hats we wear place us in conflict. Not so much any more, but there was a time. Slight conflict when I was a volunteer for arts festivals and participated as well. Serious conflict when my beloved asked me to preside at his celebration on life service. I declined! No conflict when I am a customer in the same retail outlet at which I work

us from venturing outside, trying new things or exploring new opportunities that could lead to a better job, more income and less stress in our lives. They can keep us silent when we should be speaking out on moral or social issues.

They can prevent us from offering a helping hand to someone in need. They can cripple us and if we fail to deal with them, they can destroy us.

These fears are not figments of a tortured imagination. They are very real. There is only one way to overcome them—and that is through faith in God. But faith isn’t a magic elixir that enables you to go through life without any fear. Living by faith requires us to go about our assigned tasks with confidence; taking risks at times, but always doing our best and trusting God to do the rest—to do for us what we cannot do for ourselves. Fear always backs down in the face of such faith.

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Time to rethink My complements to the recent letters in the Jan. 23 issue of the Neepawa Banner regarding the Bipole III. Ken Waddell, Brian Pallister and others like the First Nations just can't seem to get the NDP government to realize the danger the projects are heading for and the giant cost of going the west route. The loss of extra power by the further distance the line will run is unbelievable and what the current leaders are contemplating is unrealistic.

I wish the Conservative party leadership great and best early success in the Bipole III revolution for the Manitoba's financial benefit.

Another issue that I have pondered since the early contemplations a few years ago is the new combined hospital plan between Neepawa and Minnedosa. I do not understand why Neepawa town committee is willing to delete its town's hospital services. Wouldn’t it be better to be providing services of a local hospital by building a new one in town, and have local people benefit from the services.

Minnedosa’s hospital is not that old and is a good building which is adequate and is necessary to the area.

I am quite convinced that the new combined hospital, if built, will have a problem hiring staff, like secondary graduates, who do not want employment out in the remote country area where there is no living accommodation, etc. Plus the cost of such an endeavor which will add to a break up of our environment is another hindrance.

John Philipation Onanole, MB

Manitobans at risk part time. Some when I proclaim peace and agitate for justice. Well, I still do that.

Getting the giggles during family evening devotions – I was supposed to be the adult but the child in me escaped.

Thinking more seriously about the roles we fill in life. There are times we volunteer and there are times when responsibility is thrust upon us. There are times we evade and escape. Choices come into play. The wonder of life is that as I age there are still more hats for me to try on.

New experiences and new endeavours. Some hats won’t fit at all and will be tossed, some will become close friends.

Yes, for now my dog walking hat is my first choice, but the student’s hat is never far away. My hat rack is almost full!

in the Bible to the last book. One of the first verses we learn is John 3:16 “For God so loved …” In John 15:9 we read “As the Father hath loved Me, so have I loved you; continue ye in My love.” In verse 12 we learn “This is my commandment, that ye love one another, as I have loved you.”

God’s love is unconditional and there for us if we will only accept what Jesus has done for us, repent and live for Him. We not only receive His love but we can also pass it on to others.

Happy Valentine’s Day.

The NDP’s failures in health care have not only led to a broken promise, but have put residents of rural communities across Manitoba at risk through dangerous shortages of doctors and nurses.

The number of vacancies for doctors in some health regions is alarming and has grown, long after the NDP government pledged that every Manitoban would have access to a family physician by 2015. Despite that NDP promise in 2011, several Manitoba communities have no doctors whatsoever – and therefore no access to quality health care.

The shortages are severe. The Northern Health Region has 15 doctor vacancies. The InterlakeEastern RHA is short 30 physicians and the Prairie Mountain Health Region needs more than 40 doctors.

The crisis has led to community forums in several towns as citizens try to find ways to deal with the problem.

Since forming the government more than 15 years ago, the NDP has lost 2,300 physicians to other places and has the worst record of doctor retention in Canada.

The shortage of nurses is also serious in Brandon and areas of rural southern Manitoba. The Prairie Mountain Health Region has a vacancy rate of nearly 15 per cent, amounting to 278 unfilled positions. The resulting overtime hours and burnout among nurses and health care aides will prompt even more of them to leave for other jurisdictions.

Filling some of these positions with private nurses, many of them from outside Manitoba for millions of dollars, is all the NDP has been able to do to address the problem. They have no other solution.

Manitobans need a government that takes their health care seriously, and not one that only ignores this crisis leaving many patients with no access to care.

Myrna Driedger Health Critic, Progressive Conservative MLA for Charleswood

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ACC thanks Neepawa for being ‘warm and welcoming’

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner Administration with Assiniboine Community College are very pleased with the local response from ACC Day in Neepawa. A series of events, featuring teachers, administration and students from the college, were held across the community on Wednesday, Feb. 4, as a means of engaging with outlying communities throughout the Westman region. Previous ACC Days have been held in Virden and Dauphin, where the college has a full-time campus.

ACC alumni relations co-ordinator Erin Lambert said the wide array of activities they hosted in Neepawa were very well received.

“We felt it was very successful. There were a lot of positive comments from people across the community,” said Lambert. “Participating in this type of rural engagement is a great way to extend our reach and something that we definitely want to continue.”

The day started with ACC president Mark Frison and other college staff serving up coffee at Tim Hortons and concluded with the school’s sponsorship of the evening MJHL game between the Neepawa Natives and the Waywayseecappo Wolverines. Frison said they like to involve themselves in a variety of community activities.

“That variety gets us lots of exposure,” said Frison.

“About three quarters of new jobs are going to require post secondary

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Karen MacDonald, ACC’s director of Human Resources, presented a two-hour seminar for 10 local business owners at the VCC. education, yet in Manitoba only about half of us go. Our community visits make people aware of options available in post secondary education, so they can connect with the labor market out there.”

Grade 10 and 11 students at Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute also attended a variety of information stations set up in the gym and staffed

by ACC instructors and students. The courses promoted included the School of Technology, Interactive Media Arts, School of Business, Horticultural Production, Land and Water Management, Early Childhood Education, Police Studies and Heavy Duty Equipment from the Trades program. Lambert noted this interaction with youth was one of the most important parts of the day.

“Getting information out to the students was fantastic. The youth were very interested in talking

with us and were engaged and interactive with the demonstrations we arranged for our programs,” said Lambert. “Overall, Neepawa proved to be really warm and welcoming to us. This is the type of project that (ACC) as a collective, be it teachers, administration or students always enjoy being involved with.”

A similar ACC Day is scheduled for Portage la Prairie on Friday, Feb. 20.

Right: Lisa Huston, Manager of recruitment and career services for ACC, “Caccey” of the ACC Cougars and Mark Frison, ACC president.

– With files from John Drinkwater

Right: At Horticultural Production station, Grade 11 students from NACI talked with Lord Abbey, an instructor in the ACC horticultural production program.

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BUDGET CONSULTATION / INFORMATION SESSION

All community members and stakeholders are invited to attend a Public Meeting for the purposes of discussing the 2015/2016 Budget on

Thursday, February 26th, 2015 7:00 p.m.

William Morton Collegiate Band Room Gladstone, MB The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss: • Provincial Funding levels • Estimated expenditures and revenues • 2015/2016 Education Requirements

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Causes and prevention of muscle cramps A muscle cramp is defined as an “involuntarily and forcibly contracted muscle that does not relax”. A cramp can last a few seconds to a few minutes, occurring more than once before it resolves.

It can involve an entire muscle, part of a muscle, or a group of muscles that work together.

One belief is that true skeletal cramps are caused by hyperexcitability of the nerves that stimulate the muscles. The most common areas for muscle cramps to occur include the calf, hamstring (back of the thigh), quadriceps (front of the thigh), feet, hands, abdomen and along the rib cage. Most people have experienced a muscle cramp at one time or another, although some people tend to get them more often than others.

Individuals who are most at risk of muscle cramps include infants, elderly, overweight and athletes.

Common causes Vigorous muscle activity that requires exertion can trigger cramps during the activity or several hours after the activity. Repetitive use of a muscle or maintaining an awkward position for an extended period of time may also result in a muscle cramp.

Loss of bodily fluids from perspiration can create dehydration within the body leading to increased risk of muscle cramps. Dehydration is most likely to occur with warm weather sports, exercise or any physical exertion.

Specific medical conditions and medications can be a cause of muscle cramps. Electrolyte imbalances in the blood are another common factor with muscle cramps.

Decreased levels of magnesium and calcium are

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Magnesium serves several important roles within the body, one of which is the active transport of calcium and potassium ions across the cell membranes. This process of bringing calcium and potassium to the cells is essential for nerve impulse conduction, muscle contractions, normal heart rhythm and bone health.

Rest cramps are often called nocturnal leg cramps because they most commonly occur during the night-time hours. They occur more frequently in men or women over 50 and can be triggered by activities such as standing on cement, improper sitting or prolonged periods of sitting.

Muscle loss is one of the natural occurrences with the aging process of the body which is further accelerated with inactivity.

The muscle of an older individual has less bulk and strength to perform the task in terms of load or length of time to sustain the task, making the muscle more susceptible to fatigue and cramps.

Prevention methods Avoid the onset of muscle cramps, by drinking six to eight glasses of water a day, increasing water intake when

the body is perspiring and sweating. Stay active, maintaining muscle strength and flexibility.

Perform gentle stretches in the evening prior to going to bed and increase your magnesium and calcium intake.

Treat muscle cramps

by gently stretching and massaging the cramping muscle. Apply heat or cold to a tight and tense muscle.

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By Kate Jackman-Atkinson The Neepawa Banner While there was optimism thanks to high prices, continued concerns over flooding and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) dominated discussion at the Manitoba Beef Producers annual meeting, held Feb. 5 and 6 in Brandon. Cattle producers from the Neepawa area were well represented, both in terms of attendees and resolutions put forward for debate, and the event drew producers of all ages.

Despite the optimism, cattle numbers in Manitoba remain low, while herd rebuilding has started in many parts of Canada.

Two factors seem to be contributing to this: uncertainty and losses related to flooding as well as older producers taking advantage of high prices and retiring.

In his report, president Heinz Reimer noted that it had been both a challenging and rewarding year. Highlights included the beginning of the three year pilot project that will see the Association of Manitoba Community

Pastures take over the administration of the former PFRA community pastures, access to an expanded forage insurance program as well as the Western Livestock Price Insurance program. Flooding due to heavy rains in June and July hit many producers hard, including those around Lake Manitoba who were still recovering from flooding in 2011.

General manager Melinda German echoed Reimer’s comments, noting that flood 2014 had a significant impact over a wide area. She noted that the organization worked to ensure that there was a comprehensive compensation program to ensure that the industry remains viable. She noted that while the programs weren’t as comprehensive as hoped, transportation assistance, tax deferral and forage assistance programs from some producers came about due to MBP’s lobbying.

German also pointed to the agricultural labour crisis as one of the signifi-

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MBP president Heinz Reimer spoke to producers, while general manager Melinda German looks o n , a t t h e o r g a n i z a t i o n ’s A G M l a s t w e e k . cant challenges facing the industry, with an impact at the farm level and up the value chain.

Looking to the future, German said that they need to continue to promote their profession as food producers. “We need to communicate with the consumer what we do,” she said, noting that consumers are increasingly interested in knowing where their food comes from.

District 10 director and treasurer Theresa Zuk presented the organization’s financial report. While initially projecting a deficit

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of $116,179, MBP was able to finish the 2014 year with a deficit of only $33,808.

Zuk said the reduction was possible through reducing management expenses, an increased number of cattle going to market and fewer refunds. Additionally, part way through the year, members voted to increase the $2 per head check-off fee to $3. To help reduce meeting costs, the organization has begun alternating between face-to-face meetings and conference calls.

The largest increase in the organization’s expens-

es is fees to CCA for legal costs to fight the USA’s country of origin labelling.

Dr. Allan Preston, the province’s Bovine TB coordinator spoke about the progress being made to eradicate TB from the province. Preston noted that not only is Bovine TB a trade barrier, Manitoba is the only province with restrictions on the exportation of breeding stock, but it also a public health concern.

Since 2008, the province has been free of disease in the domestic livestock herd and work continues to eradicate the disease from the elk and white tail deer populations, as well as to rebuild those herds. Due to the program’s success, there will be no testing of cattle herds in the core area in 2015 .

It’s hoped that this will be the last year of testing in the buffer zone. The goal will be to move towards slaughter testing only.

Preston noted that the program cost $2.35 million to operate in the 20132014 year, 40 per cent of which is covered by Parks Canada while CFIA covered just over 27 per cent.

The goal is the complete eradication of the disease by 2024.

The program will continue with the capture of mature cow elk in the core area. They will be tested and fitted with radio collars. Should the test come back positive for TB, the animal will be recaptured.

They will be continuing with hunter killed surveillance, however, Preston noted that they are nowhere near their targets, due it part to low densities.

Turn to page 15 for information about the resolutions passed.

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Guests Many couples save the most money by reducing the number of people they invite to their wedding. Couples who come from large families may not be able to cut family members from their guest lists without causing a significant stir, so such men and women can look for other areas to trim. Professional colleagues and old acquaintances who you no longer keep in touch with are unlikely to be offended if they don't make the cut, and removing them from the guest list can save couples substantial amounts of money.

Venue Perhaps no element of wedding planning is more open to negotiation than the venue where the reception will take place.

Many couples now choose venues that can host both the wedding and the reception, and that can save couples the cost of booking two separate locations and transporting out-of-town guests from one location to another. Venues are typically open to negotiation with regard to the price per person for the reception, and few will not have some wiggle room built into their initial quote. If young children and teenagers will be attending the wedding, negotiate lower rates for their meals, as they won't be drinking alcohol and

therefore won't cost the venue as much as adult guests.

Location Where a couple decides to tie the knot will have a significant impact on their bottom line. Certain locales, such as large cities, are more expensive than others. Couples who come from small towns may benefit from tying the knot close to home, as vendors tend to charge less the further they are from large metropolises. Waterfront venues, regardless of which city they happen to be in, also tend to be more

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Dauphin tops Neepawa at Big Cat Classic

The NACI players retrieve a rebound against Dauphin.

Resolis (5) scores PHOTOS BY EOIN DEVEREUX A d r i a n T h e D a u p h i n C l i p p e r s , t h e w i n n e r s o f t h e 2 0 1 5 B i g C a t C l a s s i c . against the Major Pratt Trojans

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

Driving to the basket against Norway House.

Basketball fans were treated to an instant classic between the Neepawa Tigers and the Dauphin Clippers in the finals of the fifth annual Big Cat Classic.

The tournament, held on Feb. 6-7 at the NACI gym, featured some of the best varsity basketball teams from across Manitoba.

The final would see the skilled parameter shooting of the Tigers matched up against the size and potent rebounding ability of Dauphin. Neepawa took advantage of its shooting prowess early and were able to take a 34-25 lead entering the fourth quarter.

In the final 10 minutes however, a combination of foul troubles for Neepawa, along with Dauphin being able to out rebound the Tigers on both ends of the court, began to shift the momentum in the Clippers’ favour.

NACI would hold on to the lead until the final minute of regulation when Josh Marshall of Dauphin silenced the pro-Tigers crowd by sinking a three pointer to take a 41-39 lead. Neepawa closed the gap to a single point late, but were unable to retake the lead before time ran out.

Despite the disappointing end result, the NACI Tigers played at a strong and consistent level throughout the event, opening with a dominant 80-22 victory over Russell’s Major Pratt Trojans and then topping Helen Betty Osborne Collegiate, from Norway House, in the semi-final 61-46.

Dauphin meanwhile, made its way to the final with a 74-34 win over the Westpark Royals and a tightly contested 71-67 victory over Boissevain in the semi-final.

The reactions from both teams after the dramatic end to the championship game.

Angilo Tamaroda (3) puts in a layup against Major Pratt.

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Natives one step forward, three steps back in playoff chase a power play goal by Stephen Phillips The Steelers replied quickly with a pair of goals just 39 seconds apart, at the 5:16 and 5:55 of the third to make the score 4-1.

Neepawa forward Stephen Mather cut the lead to two with just over five minutes remaining in the game, by tallying his 12th goal of the season. Defencemen Jaxon Elmes added another goal for the Natives in the final minute, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.

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Natives forward Drake Lindsay (10) split the Wayway defence in Neepawa’s 4-1 win over the Wolverines.

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

Neepawa 4 Waywayseecappo 1 Steven Phillips scored a pair of goals to help power the Neepawa Natives to a 4-1 win over the Waywayseecappo Wolverines at the Yellowhead Arena, on Wednesday, Feb. 6. The Natives took an early lead in the first period as Phillips scored on a power play just 1:18 into the game.

The Wolverines would counter late in the first to tie the game at 1-1 after 20 minutes.

In the second, Neepawa would take control early, notching a pair of goals. Drake Lindsay scored his 23rd goal of the season just over four minutes into the period.

Three minutes later, Shawn Pachet secured his ninth goal of the season and fourth with Neepawa, since his trade from Winkler in December.

Waywayseecappo poured on the pressure in the third, but could not light the lamp. There were several opportunities, including a shot that rang off the post behind Alex Henry but stayed out of the net. Phillips would score an empty net goal with just two seconds remaining in regulation to make the final 4-1. Drake Lindsay and Shawn Pachet would each end the evening with a goal and two assists, while defencemen Jaxson Elmes added a pair of assists.

Winkler 5 Neepawa 2 The trio of Scott Gall, Cam Whyte and team captain Patrice Wren proved to be the deciding factors in the game, as the Winkler Flyers topped Neepawa 5-2 on Saturday, Feb. 7.

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way with a pair of goals and an assist, while Whyte added a goal and assist. Wren contributed a pair of assists and proved his leadership by consistently pressing the action in the Natives’ defensive zone throughout the game.

For Neepawa, Reigan Buchanan and Kyle McDonald tallied goals in the losing effort.

Winkler was able to outchance Neepawa throughout the full 60 minutes, generating 38 shots on goal against goaltender Alex Henry. The Natives, meanwhile, were only able to put 26 shots at Dasan Sydora.

Selkirk 4 Neepawa 3 Late game goals by Stephen Mather and Jaxon Elmes were not enough to spur Neepawa on to a dramatic comeback, as the Selkirk Steelers were able to hold on to a 4-3 win.

Selkirk jumped out to an early lead on Sunday night at the Yellowhead Arena, with Adam Wowryk scoring 5:40 into the opening period. Thomas Lenchyshyn added a second for the Steelers on a power play at 13:18 of the first to make the score 2-0.

Neither team was able to light the lamp in the second period, though Neepawa did end goaltender Teegan Sacher’s shutout bid just 21 seconds into the third, with

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The window of opportunity for Neepawa to make the MJHL playoffs is closing quickly, as the Natives dropped their third straight game on Tuesday, Feb. 10, falling to Winkler 4-1.

The Flyers jumped out to an early advantage, with Evan Last scoring a power play goal just 5:22 into the opening period. Kayden Jarvis tallied the second of the game for Winkler just three and a half minutes later to make it 2-0.

In the second, an early power play goal by Bryce Enns secured a 3-0 lead for the Flyers. Neepawa replied quickly with a power play goal of its own just under five minutes into the second as Steven Phillips secured his 18th goal of the season. Drake Lindsay and Nick Sandy assisted on the play.

The Natives would continue to keep control of the tempo of play throughout the rest of the second, outshooting Winkler 17-7. Neepawa was unable however to cut into the lead and continued to trail by two goals after 40 minutes.

In the third period, both teams would spent a large amount of time in the penalty box, as the game took a much more physical turn. Winkler was also able to take over on the ice, outshooting Neepawa 21-5 for the period and 44-34 for the entire 60 minutes.

A last ditch effort by the Natives to get back into the game, including pulling goaltender Alex Henry was unsuccessful, as Scott Gall of Winkler scored an empty net goal with 5:33 remaining in the final frame.

With the loss, Neepawa saw its record on the season fall to 13-38-2, with 28 points. As of Wednesday, Feb. 11, the Natives were 10 points back of the OCN Blizzard for the final playoff spot in the MJHL. The next home game for the Neepawa Natives is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 13, at the Yellowhead Arena, against the Dauphin Kings.

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By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner Two teams from Neepawa were among the top 32 curling clubs in Manitoba, as Kelly Robertson and Jerry Chudley competed in the 2015 Safeway Championship, held in Brandon from Feb. 4-8.

Robertson’s team, which consists of third Doug Armour, second Peter Prokopowich, lead Bob Scales and fifth Mark Robertson, would begin the competition clashing with Kyle Foster of the Fort Rouge Curling Club.

After falling behind 1-0 after two ends, Robertson’s team took over, scoring points in the next four ends and securing a 6-1 lead. Foster would grab two points in the seventh, but Robertson quickly replied with a pair of his own in the eight to cement the 8-3 opening game victory.

For their next game, the Robertson rink would face a difficult challenge, as they found themselves matched up against the top seeded team in the tournament, lead by Mike McEwen of the Fort Rouge Curling Club.

The game remained close through seven ends, with McEwen holding on to the a 5-3 lead. A single point in the eight and a steal of one in the ninth secured the 7-3 victory for McEwen and sent Robertson over to the B-side.

Now a single loss away from elimination, Robertson and his team curled a dominant game against David Bohn from Assiniboine Memorial, on the way to a 10-2 win in only six ends. Robertson secured the quick win by scoring four points in the third and stealing three in the sixth.

In the next round, Robertson would once again face Kyle Foster from Fort Rouge.

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The game would take a major turn in the third end, when with the score tied at 1-1, Foster was able to score five points and secure a 6-1 lead.

With the score 8-2 after five, Robertson slowly began climbing back into contention, first by scoring two in the sixth, then stealing singles in the seventh and eight end to make it 8-6. A dramatic come from behind victory was not to be however, as Foster scored two points in the ninth end to make the final 10-6.

Though his team’s run at the event

ended earlier than they had hoped, Kelly Robertson was still singled out by his peers, winning the Pat Spiring Memorial Award.

The award is presented annually to the competitor who exemplifies excellence, competitive spirit, love of the game and respect for the traditions of curling. Robertson was also a co-recipient of the award in 2014, with Brandon’s Allan Lyburn.

The other Neepawa representation at the provincials featured Brandon Bonspiel Berth winner Jerry Chudley and his team

of third Kevin Cooley, second Brent McKee, lead Paul Robertson and fifth Jason Vinnell. The team got off to a strong start in their opening game against Richard Muntain of Pinawa, by scoring three points in the second end and one in the third to take an early 4-0 lead.

After five ends, Chudley appeared to have control of the game with a 6-2 lead.

Muntain rebounded however by scoring a point in the sixth, stealing one in the seventh and scoring two more in the eighth to tie the game at 6-6.

Chudley scored two in the ninth but Muntain would reply with a pair of his own in the tenth to send the game into extra ends. In the eleventh, Chudley had to make a hail-mary double kill with his last rock but ran out of time before he could throw, allowing Richard Muntain’s Pinawa team to post an extra end three and win 11-8. the defeat sent Chudley to the B-side and one loss away from elimination.

On Thursday, Feb. 5, Chudley faced a team skipped by Grant Brown and based out of the Burntwood Curling Club in Thompson. Chudley would lose 6-4 to Brown, ending his hopes for shot at the provincial title.

As for the final game on Sunday, Feb. 8, it was another heartbreaking loss for team Mike McEwen as they were defeated

by Reid Carruthers 5-3. This was McEwen’s fifth loss in a Safeway Championship Final.

Carruthers team, which includes lead Colin Hodgson, second Derek Samagalski, and third Braeden Moskowy, will now represent Manitoba at the Brier, which begins on Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary.

Neepawa tops Swan Lake in THHL regular season finale

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The Neepawa Farmers have closed out the Tiger Hill Hockey League regular season with a win, topping the Swan Lake Cougars 4-3 on Friday, Feb. 6.

Kent Shiltroth scored a pair of goals for Neepawa, while Brett Dreger and Lance Nugent each added singles to secure the victory for Neepawa.

The Farmers end the regular season with a 14-9-1 record and 29 points, good enough for second place in the Tiger Hills Hockey League’s eastern division.

Neepawa along the Gladstone Lakers, who ended the season in first with 35 points, will each receive a first round playoff bye.

The Lakers sealed top spot with a 10-3 win over the Cartwright Clippers on Saturday, Feb. 7.

In the THHL west, Killarney finished

first with 35 points, with the Souris Elks in second, two points back of top spot. Both those clubs also receive first round byes.

With the regular season now complete, Aubrey Chapman and Jesse Bernard, both of the Killarney Shamrocks are tied for the scoring title, with 62 points. Chapman wins the tie-breaker however, by garnering 22 goals on the season, compared to 20 for Bernard.

For the Neepawa Farmers, Lance Nugent ends the year with the most points, with 32 in 19 games. Devon Smith closed out the year with the most points for the Gladstone Lakers, with 41 in 20 games.

As for the preliminary playoff round, Carberry takes on Pilot Mound, Swan Lake will play Cartwright, Hartney will face Melita and Deloraine will square off against Boissevain.

Each of these playoff match ups will be a best of three series and should be completed by Sunday, Feb. 15.

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Registration11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Polonia Hall $15/Rider (includes one poker hand & supper) Supper only - $12.00/person - Supper at 5:00 p.m.

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A breakaway goal for the Farmers on Friday, Feb. 6, on the way to a 4-3 win over Swan Lake in their last regular season game

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Beef producers set direction and priorities for the coming year

By Kate Jackman-Atkinson The Neepawa Banner At the Manitoba Beef Producers annual general meeting, members voted on resolutions to set the direction of MBP policy for the upcoming year. Resolutions were put forward by members at last fall’s district meetings and on Feb. 5, cattle producers from across the province debated and cast their votes.

Many of the resolution reflected the current high price of cattle, as well as the hardships producers have faced due to recent flooding.

The debate kicked off with a resolution that MBP continue to investigate dealer assurance programming. While this has been an ongoing concern, the current high price of cattle has made the potential losses to producers from buyer default much greater. Potential solutions include higher bonds for buyers or a fund set up with money from producers.

Producers were split on the best way to deal with this issue but carried the resolution, allowing MBP to continue to examine alternatives, including the programs in place elsewhere in Canada.

Beef producers passed a resolution to lobby the provincial government for a better brand registry; one that is more accessible and contains clearer guidelines to minimize ineffective branding and negative animal welfare consequences. With the potential losses from cattle theft rising, producers who

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have had cattle stolen had much more effective service from brand inspectors and auction marts outside the province, where there are stronger brand registry systems in place.

Producers debated a few resolutions regarding TB testing and its impact on animals and producers. Producers passed a resolution to lobby the federal and provincial governments to provide compensation of $16/head to cover the time to muster the animals for testing and the loss of animal production due to testing. This value was based on figures calculated by the provincial government.

In 2014, flooding impacted many producers and resulted in a number of flood-related resolutions. Producers carried a resolution asking that the provincial and federal governments expand the needs-based forage assistance program to include the entire province. They also passed a resolution to lobby the provincial government in regards to excess moisture deductibles in areas declared disasters and that the increase in deductibles be waived the year following a disaster.

Some producers had crown land that was inaccessible due to flooding last year. This issue led attendees to pass a resolution asking MBP to lobby the provincial government to review Crown Land policies. They want to ensure that producers with land impacted by flooding can

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retain the right to use the lands, but at a reduced rental rate, until normal production can resume.

Producers would continue to pay the municipal taxes on the Crown land.

Since flooding five years ago, provincial roads 415 and 416 in the Interlake have been closed, leaving about 500 square miles of land in the Shoal lakes with no east to west roads. This has had an impact on all facets of the economy in that area, including access to emergency services.

Producers approved a resolution that would see MBP lobby the province for the reopening of the roads. They also approved a resolution calling for a controlled drain of the Shoal lakes.

Water levels on Lake Manitoba were also a concern to the province’s beef producers, who passed a resolution in support of lobbying the province to honour their own recommended operating range for Lake Manitoba of 810 to 812 feet above sea level. They also approved a resolution calling for an outlet from Lake Manitoba to match the daily inflows from the Portage Diversion. Producers also voted that MBP continue to support organizations involved in long-term water management strategies that support enhanced agricultural practices.

PHOTO BY KATE JACKMAN-ATKINSON

Manitoba Beef producers voted on resolutions at last week’s annual general meeting.

Producers passed a resolution to lobby the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) for reasonable enforcement of CCIA tagging when animals are transported to vet clinics and then returning to their herd or origin. Cattle being transported must have CCIA tags, however, because the tags often fall out, producers don’t generally tag their animals until they leave for slaughter.

Producers have run into problems when they have to take their animals to the vet clinic for emergency treatment, but must first set up a handling system in order to tag the animal before leaving the farm.

Additionally, if a calf were to be born at the clinic, say through cesarean section,

and die before leaving, turning vets, with whom it too would have to be they do business, into police. Producers supported tagged.

Producers transporting traceability, but thought untagged animals to vet that when the animal was clinics face being reported returning to its home herd to CFIA by the vests, who or simply being transporthave been tasked with ed to a vet clinic to make enforcement. Producers use of their better facilities, strongly objected to the the animal shouldn’t be lack of common sense in required to be tagged.

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Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call Leah 368-2403 or 841-4766 _____________________ Drug problem? Narcotics Anonymous can help. Meetings on Sat at 7 p.m. and Tues at 7 p.m. at Calvary Chapel, 221 Hamilton St. Neepawa

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Crisis Pregnancy Centre Winnipeg: Need to talk? Call our free help line, 1-800-665-0570 or contact our Westman office: 204-727-6161

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CARGILL Plumas is actively seeking seasonal personnel for the 2015 spring season.

Valid driver’s license required.

Interested parties please contact Gary at 204-386-2075. _____________________ Chalet Floor & Window Fashions is seeking an office assistant, 20-40 hrs/week (term position). Applicants must have a professional attitude as well as excellent customer service and organization skills. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering phone calls, helping customers, basic computer tasks as well as other light duty tasks.

Interested candidates please stop in at Chalet Flooring, 139 Main St W to pick up an application or call 204-476-3071 _____________________ Driver Wanted: Class one license and one year experience required. Routes include Canada and the United States. Benefit package available. Contact Boyd Trucking 1-800-688-6135

Thank you for reading the Neepawa Banner Notice 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 RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH CYPRESS LANGFORD BY-LAW NO. 5/2015 being an amendment to the RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF LANGFORD ZONING BY-LAW NO. 856, as amended.

HEARING LOCATION: 316 -4th Avenue in Carberry, Manitoba DATE & TIME: March 10th, 2015 at 9.30 a.m.

GENERAL INTENT OF: To rezone lands within the Rural Municipality of North Cypress-Langford from “CH” Commercial Highway Zone to “RR2” Rural Residential Zone.

AREA AFFECTED: Lands located in the NW ¼ of 29-14-15 WPM as shown on the below map outlined in solid black.

For more Information, Contact: John McEntee, Development Officer Cypress Planning District, Phone No. 204-834-6618 or Sandra Jones, CAO, Municipality of North Cypress – Langford, Phone 204-834-6600 A copy of the above proposal and supporting material may be inspected at the location noted above during normal office hours, Monday to Friday. Copies may be made and extracts taken there from, upon request.

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• Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines • Please check your ad when first published The Banner will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion.

• All copy is subject to approval by The Neepawa Banner.

• We reserve the right to edit copy or to refuse to publish any advertisement we deem illegal, libelous, misleading or offensive

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Looking for casual and part time staff for evenings and Saturdays. Requirements: Serving It Safe/Better Business Certificate, over the age of 18, reliable, able to work independent or with other staff, transportation to and from work. Contact Miranda Dezall, 204-385-2525, Mon-Fri 12-5 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion Branch #110 Gladstone.

Bedroom suite: dresser, mirror, chest of drawers, headboard and night stand. In excellent condition, too large for current bedoom. $700.

204-727-5212 _____________________ For sale : 24' x 38' building in Ste. Rose. Reshingled and repainted in 2008. This building can easily be moved and used for different purposes. At present it is being used as a storage shed. For information call 204-447-3061 _____________________

Roommate wanted for house in Neepawa. Rent $400+half utilities. With smoker. Ken 841-2037 _____________________ Wanted: long term rental in Neepawa, mature female, non smoker, with no pets. Prefer house. Contact shelly@ keepersquilts.ca

ROUGH LUMBER, FULL DIMENSION 2x8, 2x6, 2x4, windbreak boards. Firewood slabs - 1 cord bundle $60. We buy standing spruce & poplar timber. Tri-J Industries. “Your Local Sawmill” 476-6798 or 476-6349 _____________________ Seasoned split oak stove wood. $140/cord. 841-0843

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Red potatoes, no fertilizer or spray, 50lbs $15. Alvin Weber, second lane right on Plumas hwy #260, N of #16.

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Notice Pine Creek School Division

Kindergarten Registration

For the 2015 Fall term will be held during regular school hours at the following schools on February 17th to February 20th, 2015 inclusive.

Austin Elementary, Gladstone Elementary, Langruth Elementary, MacGregor Elementary and Plumas Elementary Children who have turned five years of age by December 31st, 2015 are eligible to enroll. Please bring your child’s birth certificate and Manitoba Personal Health Insurance number.

If you have any questions, you are invited to call your local school office.

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LIQUOR LICENCE APPLICATION PUBLIC NOTICE

ALONSA & DISTRICT RECREATIONAL CO-OP INC. ALONSA REC COMPLEX operating as has applied for CUSTOMER/MEMBER SERVICE LIQUOR SERVICE LICENCE at 21 ARENA ROAD, ALONSA, MANITOBA to serve liquor from: 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 A.M. Monday to Sunday 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 A.M. Rememberance Day Citizen and community input is a important part of the application process If you have questions about this application, please call the Liquor and Gaming Authority of Manitoba at 204-474-5619.

If you have any questions about zoning by-laws and requirements, please contact your municipality If you want to make a formal objection to this application, please send us you objection in writing by 4:00 p.m. on 14 DAYS FOLLOWING THE PUBLICATION OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT You can email, mail, or fax your objection. Please include your contact information.

Email: licinspect@LGAmanitoba.ca Mail: Liquor and Gaming Authority of Manitoba P.O. Box 1023 Winnipeg, MB R3C 2X1 Fax: 204-453-5254 • We respond to all formal objections and will work to resolve objections before issuing a licence.

• A copy of the objection will be provided to the licence applicant, • Each person who submits a objection will be advised in writing of the outcome to the licence application.

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The following Private Land is being offered for sale: SE 33-22-11W, NE 32-22-11W, NE 21-22-11W, NW 34-2211W. The following Crown Lands have been approved

by Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development for transfer to the purchaser of the private lands listed as these are part of the ranch unit held

by Tom Anderson of Alonsa, MB. NE 31-22-11W EX Road No. 616 PLTO, NW 31-2211W, NW 32-22-11W,NW 3522-11W, SW 05-23-11W,SE 06-23-11W, SW 06-23-11W, NE 28-23-11W West of Lake EX Road Plan No. 555 PLTO Subject to MHYD Easement, NE 29-23-11W, NW 29-2311W, SE 29-23-11W, NE 35-22-12W, SE 35-22-12W, SW 35-22-12W SUBJECT TO MHYD Easement, NE 36-2212W. If you wish to purchase the private land and apply for the Unit Transfer contact the lessee Tom Anderson at P.O. Box 114, Alonsa, MB. R0H 0A0. If you wish to comment on or object to the eligibility of this Unit Transfer write the Director, MAFRD, Agricultural Crown Lands, P.O. Box 1286, Minnedosa, MB. R0J 1E0 or fax 204-867-6578

Telephone: 204-476-3401/ 888-436-4242 Fax: 204-476-5073 Email: ads@neepawabanner.com All word classifieds must be prepaid before printing

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TRAILER RENTALS: cargo, dump, equipment, auto, livestock/horse. FORK LIFT TELEPORT 729-8989

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Storage vans (semi trailers) for rent or sale. Anderson's 204-385-2685, 204-385-2997 Gladstone.

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Budget Tire Co. We buy and sell good used tires. 7268199, Brandon

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NuVision Commodities St. Jean, MB buying feed grains, wheat, barley, peas, oats, off grades grain and custom hauling back to the Red River area. Phone 1(204)758-3401 or 1(204)746-4028.

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Ad Deadline Tuesday Noon Tender FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Tenders accepted until February 27,2015 Municipality of McCreary, Manitoba Property Legal Description: SW10 21 15W

Total Acreage: 160 (Grain) Separate tenders accepted. 10 % of tender required.

Balance to be paid in 30 days.

Conditions of Tender: - Purchaser(s) shall be responsible for payment of GST or shall self-assess for GST. - Purchaser(s) will be responsible for payment of the 2015 property taxes.

Send tenders to; R. Little 17 Athlone Drive Winnipeg, Manitoba R3J 3k7 Ph. #204-415-9272

Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone invites tenders for

MOWING

• • • • • • •

within the boundaries of the municipality.

Tender for the year 2015.

Minimum of 1800 hours Maximum of 2000 hours (weather permitting) Mowing to commence no earlier than June 15 and no later than July 1 of each year (at the discretion of council).

Contractor to supply Municipality with machine list when submitting tender and specify GST amount in tender.

Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted preference may be given to local contractors.

Please provide two references.

Sealed tenders clearly indicating “Tender” will be received by the undersigned until 4:30 p.m. February 27, 2015.

If further information is required you may contact Public Works Foreman, Terry Sollner, at 204-385-2039 or 204-871-5870.

Eileen Peters Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Box 25 Gladstone MB R0J 0T0 (204) 385-2332

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In Memory

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Custom bush clearing. Call Vic Klassen 204-476-0090

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In Memory

Cyril Nagorski February 11, 2014

We can’t believe it is a year Since the day we lost you.

And for a time it feels as though Our life had ended too.

But loss has taught us many things And now we face each day.

With hope and happy memories To help us on our way.

Although we are still sad That you are no longer here.

Your influence still guides us And we still feel you near.

What we shared will never die It lives within our hearts.

Bringing strength and comfort While we are apart.

Forever loved, dearly missed By your family Maxine, Shane, Devin & Myles

Roy F. Hackewich (February 11, 2013)

I know a smile i would love to see A loving face so dear I know a hand i would love to hold A voice i long to hear I know a heart thoughtful and true I know them all, because i loved you.

Sadly missed and forever cherished Irene and family

Tender

FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER RM of Westbourne

Sealed bids for the purchase of the following parcels of land, located in the RM of Westbourne, Manitoba, will be received up to 5:00 pm on March 10, 2015 at the offices of CanadianFarmRealty.com, Attention: Dolf Feddes Box 2046, Carman, MB, R0G 0J0, SE 33-16-11W 161 acres East half of SW33-16-11W 80.9 acres Conditions of Tender: 1. Interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property.

2. Tenders must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a certified cheque or bank draft of 5% of the amount offered, payable to Royal le Page Riverbend Realty in Trust. Deposit cheques accompanying unaccepted bids will be returned.

3. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

4. The purchaser(s) shall be responsible for payment of GST or shall self-assess for GST. 5. The Purchaser(s) will be responsible for payment of the 2015 property taxes.

6. Successful bidders will be asked to enter into a formal Purchase agreement covering the terms and conditions of sale.

7. Land to be sold as one complete package.

8. Tenders will be held in confidence and not be released to the public.

Any questions regarding these parcels or this tender can be directed to:

Dolf Feddes 204-745-0451or 204-326-4567

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Help Wanted Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone

is seeking applications for a Full Time 10 month TERM Administrative Assistant.

Under the supervision and direction of CAO, the Administrative Assistant will provide support in the running of the day to day business operations of the Municipality.

Wage will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The preferred applicant will have excellent interpersonal skills both verbal and written, be well organized and detail oriented.

Applicants must be proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook and have experience in accounting software applications. Municipal experience would be an asset.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume to the undersigned not later than 4:00 P.M. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2015.

Eileen Peters, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Box 25 Gladstone MB R0J 0T0 Phone (204) 385-2332 Fax (204) 385-2391 Email to info@westlake-gladstone.ca We thank all those individuals who apply; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Ad Deadline Tuesday Noon

NOW HIRING FIELD SECRETARY

Position Summary: Perform routine administrative functions such drafting correspondence, organizing and maintaining files, timekeeping, providing information to callers and visitors, etc.

Must possess a working knowledge of computers.

Must be comfortable in a construction environment.

Hours: M – F, 7am – 5:30pm Pay Rate: $15/hr Location: Gladstone, MB Project Completion: Estimated for Fall of 2015

Apply Online: www.tsargent.com/careers Call 515-956-4878 for more information!

Agricultural Mechanic Great opportunity to be part of a remarkable team!

T.I.C. Parts & Service is an agricultural business that focusses on shortline brands in Neepawa, Manitoba.

They are seeking applications for an agricultural mechanic to join their expanding company.

Qualifications • Completed Agricultural Technician Course Level 2 or higher • Driver’s License • Works well individually and as a team We Offer • Competitive Salary • Benefit Package • Company RRSP • Job related training and development For More Information Call Darrell @ 204-476-0716 Please Drop Off Resume At T.I.C. Parts & Service 220 Hwy#5 North Neepawa, Manitoba Or Mail Box 746 Neepawa, Manitoba R0J 1H0

Help Wanted

ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER The Assistant Property Manager, under the direction of the Property Manager, is responsible for coordinating all aspects of apartment community operations and to act as main point of contact in the absence of the Property Manager.

The right candidate must be a team player with a positive can-do attitude. Send Resume to: brandybhatt@outlook.com Post available for F/T and P/T Tel.: 647-609-1926

Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone

Seasonal Operator Required The Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone invites applications for the position of a seasonal operator.

Duties: The Operator shall be under the direct supervision of the Public Works Foreman. The successful applicant shall be required to perform duties in all areas of the Public Works Department of the Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Qualifications: The successful applicant will: • Be in possession of a valid Class 5 Manitoba Drivers License • Have mechanical aptitude • Have experience in operating mowers, tractors, loaders, heavy equipment • Be able to physically perform the duties as assigned Seasonal position to be April 1, 2015 – October 31, 2015. Wages dependent upon qualifications.

Interested applicants may submit a resume with two references no later than 4:00 p.m. Friday, February 27, 2015 by mailing, faxing or emailing applications to: Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Box 25 Gladstone MB R0J 0T0 Fax 204-385-2391 info@westlake-gladstone.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

HARDWARE AND BUILDING MATERIALS HARDWARE We are looking for some dynamic individuals to join our growing team:

Paint manager

The Paint Manager will bring their interpersonal skills, work ethic, professionalism and organization skills to grow and enhance our paint department. The successful candidate will work with the rest of the team to establish priorities to sustain and grow our existing paint business. The candidate will be responsible for training new employees on proper selling and mixing techniques to serve our clientele with exceptional service.

The successful candidate will possess the qualities necessary for a growing retail business such as motivated, self-starter, and leader with a proven track record of sales and service in a retail (preferably paint) environment. Management skills and computer literacy are an asset, health and dental benefits available.

Please submit resume with salary expections, in person to: 268 Hamilton Street, Neepawa, MB Or email to: Tru.hardware@mymts.net Building Materials • Paint • Plumbing • Electrical

Neepawa 204-476-2333

Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone

Equipment /Utility Operator Required The Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone in Gladstone, Manitoba invites applications for the position of a full time Equipment & Utility Operator.

Duties: The Operator shall be under the direct supervision of the Public Works Foreman. The successful applicant shall be required to perform duties in all areas of the Public Works Department of the Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone.

Qualifications: • Must have a valid Class 5 Manitoba Drivers Licence and be willing to obtain a Class 3 Licence • Have mechanical aptitude • Have experience in operating mowers, tractors, loaders, heavy equipment • Be able to physically perform the duties as assigned • Must have or be willing to obtain Certification in Class II Water Treatment, Class II Water Distribution , Class I Wastewater Treatment and Class I Wastewater Collection.

Duties to commence immediately. Wages dependent upon qualifications. Benefits package included.

Interested applicants may submit a resume with two references no later than 4:00 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2015 by mailing, faxing or emailing applications to: Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Box 25 Gladstone MB R0J 0T0 Fax 204-385-2391 info@westlake-gladstone.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Classified Ad Deadline Tuesday Noon

Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines.

GLADSTONE TRANSFER LTD. Long Haul Class 1S Truck Driver Gladstone, MB

Hours per week: 50 Hourly wage range: $20 Wage Details and Benefits: In addition to the hourly wage, we offer load premiums on temperature sensitive loads that require attention in below freezing conditions at a rate of $20 per hour for 2 hours per load of this nature.

The company offers Disability Benefits, Dental Benefits, Medical Benefits, Life Insurance Benefits and Vision Care Benefits.

Job Duties: Operate and drive class 1-highway tractors and super B hopper trailers with 8-axle configuration.

Loading and unloading of dry bulk commodity goods.

Plan travel schedules and routes.

Receive and relay information to and from the dispatcher.

Oversee condition of vehicle involving pre- and post-trip inspections.

Monitor vehicle performance.

Liaise with customers.

Must be physically fit and be able to climb a 4-rung ladder.

Potential employee is required to be away from home, travelling through Manitoba and Saskatchewan for a 5-7 day period with a varying start date during the week.

Qualifications, Requirements & Skills: English speaking/ written, must be fluent in both forms.

Grade 12 or equivalent Drivers License (Class 1) Clean drivers abstract Air brake endorsement Class 1 driving experience would be beneficial but not required.

Knowledge of driver log book, bill of lading, inspection reports, maintenance and repair reports, accident or incident reports.

Professionalism in customer service and with co-workers.

Job Term: Full time permanent position Company: Gladstone Transfer Ltd Business Address: Box 64, 1 Mason Street, Gladstone, MB, Canada, R0J 0T0 Contact Number: 204-385-2947 (Sandra, Tracy, & Jim) Cell: 1-204-856-7131 Fax Number: 204-385-3465 Email: gtl@mymts.net Website: www.gladstonetransfer.com Please submit resume, copy of drivers licence and abstract by either email to gtl@mymts.net or by facsimile to (204) 385-3465 or by mail to Box 64, 1 Mason Street, Gladstone, Mantioba, R0J 0T0

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Beef producers want common sense in regulations Continued from page 15 As part of this resolution, producers also wanted a venue for CFIA to hear concerns from producers to ensure their continued support for traceability systems. The resolution received unanimous support.

In response to the loss of calves to predators, producers voted unanimously to lobby the province for an incentive for trappers and hunters to deal with wolves in problem areas and stop the relocation of problem animals. They also voted for MBP to lobby MASC to pay producers enough to cover all reasonable costs associated with treating predator-slashed calves and to remove the 10 per cent deductible on predation claims.

Producers strongly objected to the lack of common sense in this regulation as well as turning vets into police.

Ensuring the viability of slaughter plants and packers is important to beef producers who want more competition among buyers of their stock. To this end, producers voted to lobby the provincial and federal governments to enable packers to reduce the costs associated with the removal and disposal of Specified Risk Materials. This was important in the wake of BSE, but the high costs have led to the closure of plants and put Canadian beef at a disadvantage.

In response to concerns over hunting at night, producers approved a resolution to ask Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship to produce and make public a map that clearly displays the areas of the province in which the government departments deem night lighting to be a safe practice. Currently, the Manitoba Hunting Guide states, “Status Indians may not discharge a rifle or shotgun at night where it is dangerous to do so,” but provides no clarification as to which areas of the province are safe and which aren’t. While producers don’t want to limit treaty rights, producers provide habitat for wildlife

and are concerned about public safety and the safety of their animals.

The last resolution discussed dealt with land

expropriation for BiPole III. Producers passed a resolution asking MBP to lobby Manitoba Hydro and the provincial government for

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