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Fire destroys Neepawa Home Hardware O n Tu e s d a y n i g h t , Neepawa’s Home Hardware was destroyed by a fire. Early reports suggest the fire at the Mountain Avenue building was first discovered before 6:30 p.m and began near the rear of the building. As of 7:00 a.m. Wednesday morning, fire crews were still on the scene. Members of the Minnedosa Fire Department were also brought in to assist. The building could not be saved, though firefighters were able to keep the flames from spreading to nearby buildings. It appears that there were no injuries and there is no word at this time as to the cause of the fire. Please stay tuned to w w w. m y W e s t m a n . c a for further updates as they become available. PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

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By John Drinkwater The Neepawa Banner During February, an exhibition entitled “Colour & Light” was presented in the Manawaka Gallery. Displayed were stained glass art pieces created by local artists Wilf Walker and Jeannine Elder. Wilf's interest in glass began while working for Westmacott Paint & Glass in Winnipeg followed by employment at Shore Paint and Glass. He gained experience in glass/mirror cutting and the preparing of stained glass for churches.

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A display of boxes and angels by stained glass artist Jeannine Elder . He said, “I was also involved in installing windows around Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Upon my retirement in 2002, my hobbies turned to building dog houses and creating small pieces of stained glass art.” Walker works with glass sheets (4' square) cutting it using a light box or tracing it via cardboard patterns. The hobby is labour intensive, some items taking up to 40 hours. Of special interest, were working kaleidoscopes in the shape of planes etc. Twenty-five years ago, Jeannine Elder became interested in making glass lampshades. Following classes in Neepawa, Winnipeg and Brandon, this included working with stained glass. She creates designs on paper, choosing the glass and cuts to shape. Jeannine's artwork included boxes, candle holders, angels and sun catchers. She also produces smaller pieces in the form of earrings and tree ornaments.

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Federal Liberal candidate Ray Piche stopped in Neepawa last Saturday to talk to voters.

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Beans are a great source of protein and this hearty bean soup is a tasty way to get in a serving. It does take some preplanning but is worth the effort. I use the smoked ham hocks from Jarvis Meats in Gladstone as they are wonderful for use in soups. Hearty bean soup 2 cups dried beans- white 2-3 carrots, sliced 1 can tomato soup or brown 3 stalks celery, diced 8 cups water 1 meaty ham bone or 1 1 large potato, diced 1 tsp. dried savory or smoked ham hock dried thyme 1 large onion, diced 1 Tbsp. dried parsley 2 cloves garlic 1 tsp. Club House roasted 2-3 bay leaves 1 large can diced toma- garlic and pepper 1/2 tsp. pepper toes Place beans in a Dutch oven and add water to cover by two inches. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer for two to three minutes. Remove from heat; cover and let sit for one hour. Drain. Or soak the beans in water overnight. Return the beans to Dutch oven and add the water, ham bone, onion, garlic, bay leaves and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about two hours. Remove the bone and debone the meat. Return the meat back to the pot and add the remaining ingredients. You may need to add more water if the soup is too thick. Simmer for one hour more. Discard bay leaves.

Last Saturday, federal Liberal Party candidate Ray Piche held a meet and greet in Neepawa. The event, held at the library, offered a chance for constituents to get to know Piche as well as talk to him about the Liberal Party. He said that the event went well and offered a chance to start the conversation and listen to constituents. Piche said that in talking to constituents, he’s hearing a familiar theme. “A lot of people want positive change… And they want a federal government that will form partnerships with all levels of government,” he said. Piche said that he also talked to constituents about the Liberal Party and leader Justin Trudeau, clearing up some misunderstandings as to where the party stands on certain issues. Piche said that he talked to a number of people with concerns about the federal government’s Bill C-51, the anti-terror bill. Piche said that Trudeau has said that he supports the bill, but only with some proposed amendments, including an oversight committee and a mandatory review after three years. Piche also pointed to Trudeau’s work on senate reform, removing senators from the party’s caucus and making Canada’s upper house more non-partisan. Like other candidates from across the country, Piche said that he is hearing a lot concerns about infrastructure and health care, especially with the expiration of the Health Care Accord last year. Piche said that as the campaign heats up, the party will release its platform. “We do have a plan and a platform, but it will be [released] in a very measured way,” he said. Piche said that anyone interested in joining the party and getting involved can attend the constituency association AGM, which will be held on March 21 in Dauphin.

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By Kate Jackman-Atkinson The Neepawa Banner Next week, Canadian Blood Services will be making a stop in Neepawa for a two day blood donor clinic. To be held at the Yellowhead Centre on March 2 and 3, Canadian Blood Services spokesperson Mike Choi said that they are looking for all types of donors. Last year, 526 donors came through the doors of the six clinics held in Neepawa. Choi said that a total of 411 units of blood was collected, an amount that could be used to to provide a year’s worth of treatment for a cancer patient requiring five units of blood a week, as well as treat three victims of car accidents who might each need 50 units of blood. As of this week, there were still appointments available and Choi said they are hoping to see some new faces at the clinics. With it being a new year, he said that this could be a good way to meet a new year’s resolution of saving a life. The organization is looking for a variety of donors, “We love to

see additional O- [universal donor] donors, but we’re looking for all blood types,” said Choi. Donors must be between the ages of 17 and 71 and must bring one piece of photo identification. Choi added that donors should be prepared to spend 60 to 90 minutes at the clinic. Donors should also be sure to drink lots of water and have eaten a hearty meal prior to their appointment. “If you’re physically prepared, you’ll have a great, quick, donation,” he said. Canadian Blood Services will next be in Neepawa in early May.

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Some things don’t add up When it comes to politics, sometimes things just don’t make sense

he New Democratic Party of Manitoba will choose a leader on March 8. It might be the current leader, Greg Selinger, or it could be one of the challengers, Steve Ashton or Theresa Oswald. The NDP choose their leaders by a delegate convention system. Delegates are chosen in a number of ways and they all gather at a central location to vote. This year, the delegates in certain constituencies will be allowed to vote with a mail-in ballot. In contrast, most political parties use a one member-one vote system which would appear to be more democratic. The delegate system works and has been used at times by all parties and is still in place in the NDP. Election of new leaders, or in this case, the possible reaffirming of an existing leader, is a bit touchy inasmuch as the winner becomes the premier immediately. The voting public likes to choose their premier at a general election and Manitoba’s general election isn’t scheduled until the spring of 2016. The NDP have been in power since 1999 and even the NDP are getting tired of themselves, hence there was a revolt and a triggered leadership election. The NDP select their delegates in a strange way. They allocate a huge number of delegates to the unions. That is simply not done in other parties. In addition to about one third of the delegates being selected by the unions, the NDP follows a similar pattern to other parties. Sitting MLAs and MPs are delegates, as are constituency presidents and a designated number of

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Ken Waddell delegates per constituency. Most parties have a set number per constituency, usually 10, but the NDP have a number based on the number of members. That way, a constituency can have five or they can have 100 or more depending on how many members they have enrolled. The NDP roots go back to at least 1932 with the formation of the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation (FarmerLabour-Socialist). Believe it or not, that was the original name, later shortened to Co-operative Commonwealth Federation and then simply to CCF. In the early 1960s, the party joined up with the Canadian Labour Congress to form the New Democratic Party. By examining the NDP history, it’s easy to see how married it is to the labour movement, to the unions. Ironically, if the Conservative or Liberal parties were to attach themselves as closely to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation or the Canadian Federation of Independent Business or the Frontier Centre, there would be a huge outcry. Isn’t it strange that the unions control at least one third of the NDP? Recently, the United Food and

Commercial workers, (UFCW) announced they are backing Greg Selinger for leader of the NDP. I guess the unions have to choose who they will officially back but fortunately the members who are selected as delegates don’t have to vote the way the union says, it is a secret ballot and supposedly, the unions are letting members vote as they please. There’s another irony at play here in Manitoba and that is how can the UFCW support the NDP at all. The UFCW represents the hog plant workers at Hylife and at Maple Leaf. The NDP have done just about everything they can to knock down the pork industry. The hog barn ban has made it almost impossible to build a new hog barn. The new regulations have closed many smaller hog barns. The Hylife plant has enough hogs but Maple Leaf plant has to cut back hours due to a hog shortage. The UFCW should do the math and convince the NDP to allow construction of hog barns in the many places where a hog barn can be safely built. That makes a lot of sense. That’s just the point, when it comes to politics, sometimes things just don’t make sense.

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n Manitoba, health care never seems to be far from our minds. We worry about care, we worry about timely access, we worry about costs. Health also figures prominently in the provincial government’s priorities. Health spending accounts for the largest share of the provincial budget. For the 2014/2015 year, the provincial government planned to spent $15.1 billion and Health spending accounted for $5.8 billion of that MY total. Not PERSPECTIVE only are we spending a lot to provide Manitobans with health ate care, but each year, the cost ackman tkinson climbs. In 2011/2012, Health accounted for $5.2 billion in provincial spending. So what are we getting for 38 per cent of our province’s expenditures? By the looks of things, we could be getting more. Despite the many ways in which the province’s health care program serves us well, there is still much cause for concern. On June 30, 2011, the Manitoba government said that it was working to make sure that every Manitoban could have a family doctor by 2015. This hasn’t come to be and in many areas, residents have less access to family physicians today than they did four years ago. As the election campaign season kicks off, prospective politicians across the region are hearing about the challenges many Manitobans face in accessing basic health care. Many people no longer have a family doctor and must either go to emergency rooms or to walk-in clinics in large urban centres outside their home communities in order to access care. Part of the problem is a shortage of staff. Across the Prairie Mountain Health region, they are looking for 56 licensed practical nurses, six mental health nurses, close to 80 RNs, 6 nurse practitioners. While the number of doctors registered with the Manitoba College of Physicians and Surgeons, rises each year, they still can’t keep pace with the vacancies. PMH is looking for 18 physicians to fill priority vacancies. Health care in Manitoba seems to be quite good in emergency situations. A Manitoban seeking radiation treatments won’t have to wait long, just a median wait time of one week. It’s also good news for those with heart problems; all cardiac surgery has a median wait time of 10 days while those needing an urgent cardiac bypass procedure have a median wait time of just seven days. However, for the non-life-threatening ailment, Manitobans have a bit longer to wait. For a total hip replacement, the medial wait time is 10 weeks in Brandon, 26 weeks at Boundary Trails and 17 weeks in Winnipeg. The wait times for knee replacements are similar. But Manitobans aren’t just waiting for new joints. Last week, the PC Party of Manitoba released information about ambulance off-load times at Winnipeg emergency rooms. Some patients are waiting as long as 78 minutes to be transferred from an ambulance to the emergency room. Spending over an hour waiting in front of a hospital can’t be an efficient use of medical resources. A high level of Health spending hasn’t brought down fees for Manitobans either, Manitobans also pay the highest ambulance fees in Canada. According to the CBC, most Canadians pay about $200 per ambulance trip. In Ontario, trips that are considered medically necessary cost $45 while in New Brunswick, these trips cost nothing. Manitobans pay much more than that for all trips. In the Prairie Mountain Health authority, a one-way ambulance trip can cost as much as $530. At this rate, an ambulance ride would be disastrous for a low income Manitoban. We know that providing health care will continue to be a major challenge and a costly endeavour for our governments moving into the future. As the campaign season gets underway, it’s time for the candidates to present some viable solutions, the ones we have aren’t working.

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mother of two preteens, so the story goes, prepared a beautiful Shrove Tuesday meal of pancakes, sausages and fresh fruit for her family. As they were eating, she said to her children: “Tomorrow is first day of Lent, and this year we are giving up candy and ice cream.” Her oldest son looked at her and said: “Aww, Mom! We give them up every night after 8 p.m. Why do we have to give them up during the day as well?” Coming from a preteen, that question is understandable and can be forgiven. The same can not be said for an adult— especially one raised in a church that follows the liturgical calendar. The period of Lent can best be described as a valley between two tall ranges of mountains. If you have driven from Vancouver to anywhere in Manitoba, you will understand the above comment. First, you must climb out of the Fraser Valley. The climb can be quite steep

FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein at times, but it levels off at Lillooet. At Revelstoke, you start climbing again until you reach the Summit of Roger’s Pass, make your way east to Calgary and the flat lands of the prairie provinces. To me, the first climb represents the period of Advent. It begins with a call to prepare for the coming of our Lord. The excitement builds for four weeks until it peaks at Christmas with our celebration of Christ’s birth. We pause to reflect on the significance of Christ’s birth. Then we enter a deep valley. The path through this valley isn’t easy to navigate. There are some sharp turns in the road and dangers all around us. The climb out of it is harder. But on Easter morning, we emerge into the open space before us as we celebrate

the resurrection of Jesus Christ. That valley is the period of Lent. Lent should never be trivialized. It’s not just about giving up candy and ice cream for a few days. Lent is about us—and about the attitudes, bad habits and harmful activities that keep us from enjoying a wholesome relationship with God. During Lent, we are exposed to the ugliness in society and must confront the ugliness in us. We see how often and how easily we react to life’s challenges with pride, selfishness, bitterness and anger that puts barriers between ourselves and others; and between ourselves and God. During Lent, we remember that the Jesus who walked the dusty roads of this planet faced the same daily challenges you and

I face. He suffered pain, heartache, disappointment and loss. He was despised and rejected, falsely accused and put to death for crimes he had not committed. But Jesus did not yield to the urge to sin. He overcame every challenge he faced. Then he died. He gave his life to atone for every selfish act, every bitter attitude, every angry word; and to break down the barriers, built by pride and arrogance, that keep us from loving, accepting and forgiving others as God through Christ has loved, accepted and forgiven us. During Lent we are reminded that this Jesus lives in us. He understands the challenges we face. He is not intimidated by the ugliness he sees in us. He offers us his guidance, his encouragement and his strength to that we can rise above every challenge life sends us. In our time of need, He will come to us, take our hand and lead us through our trials to total victory and lasting peace.

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y first solitary road trip in a long time. Didn’t go far, out to Carman to see family. Drove only in daylight hours. Sent quick messages to caring loved ones letting them know when I departed and when I arrived. Found myself formulating the thoughts I used to articulate, and then wondering what to do with them. Quick to spot the changes in the countryside and slow to realise there really was/is no one with whom to share these discoveries. Saturday afternoon, my sister and I drove to Morden. A cousin has the most amazing antique shop there. Everything from sock shapers, sad irons, Depression glass, sideboards and what nots. We spent several hours there, enjoying the hot coffee and admiring the wares. Items our grandmothers cherished, stuff our parents

HOMEBODIES Rita Friesen used and things we hoard. On our journey home, we were awed by the most magnificent sun spots we had ever observed. Not simply two reflective bars, but a near complete circle of refracted light. Shifting and shining, glowing like a night sky filled with dancing Northern Lights. The farmsteads are few and far between. There is one, just east of the highway, that is home to a couple of horses and a few sheep. On the bitterly cold day, they stood on the south side of the hip roofed barn. Shaggy coats and tagged wool. Their breath fogged the frigid air. A heap of feed completed

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By Addy Oberlin omeone brought me a box with chocolate bars. The temptation is big not to keep eating these delicious chocolates. It would not be very good to eat them all at once and to give in to that temptation would be a sin for me. Temptation and sin have been in the world since the beginning, with Eve disobeying God and Adam giving in

the rural scene. Family gathered around the Sunday table. Young adults that I have loved for their forever. Conversations swirled and laughter flowed. Jobs, education, dreams, thoughts and challenges. Topics entered and left, serious and silly. The free range chicken was picked to the bones and the red velvet birthday cake demolished. Returning to my home, needing to refocus and center to become sane and safe. CBC is my usual drive listening but it wasn’t cutting it. The depth of emotion and the remembering was gaining. There was only one CD in the

car and I decided to give it a try– ‘I am a Sparrow’, Alana Levandoski. Several of the songs on the recording are ones that she has composed. I listened to it all the way through. And then again, very unlike me, I listened to it again. But my heart stayed with the third song, “It Won’t Kill Me (If I Die Now)”. Again, very out of character, I hit track three, time after time, until the words were etched in my mind and on my heart. So moved am I by the lyrics and the melody, that I sent Alana a sincere thank you. I am trying to discover just why this song spoke/ speaks so clearly to me, now, at this time. I woke the next morning exulting in the message. It was a weekend of firsts. I wish I could say the firsts are getting easier. But they will. And there are always less of them as I embrace each day and venture forth from my safe haven.

to the temptation also. I even have to watch our little dog and make sure the chairs are under the table so she cannot be tempted to sneak any food off my plate. Often people think that it is alright to do the things that are not pleasing to God as long as we do not get caught. However we are watched from above. God knows our coming and our going but “God is faithful, Who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able, but will with the temptation also make a way to escape ...” It is up to us to say no to sin and yes to Jesus.

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Letters Support for referees In response to the Feb. 20 letter in The Banner, “Smarten Up”, these are some of my pet peeves. 1. There is “body contact” allowed in girls hockey. Body contact is allowed in all hockey including rec hockey. Body checking is not allowed in girls (and other levels) and refs at the clinics are shown the difference between the two, yet for many years, we have and still see that people are unaware of the difference. 2. As a ref, it is sometimes difficult to know if a player has a significant injury or is just hurt, which brings me to another pet peeve. Many players and parents do not know the difference between being hurt and being injured. There is a big difference between the two. Possession of the puck determines when the whistle is blown unless the ref feels the injury requires immediate medical attention. 3. Especially in girls hockey, when one player falls down after incidental body contact, the parents yell “hey” and sometimes the refs do call a penalty for “body contact”, which is legal. I've seen this at times at all levels of female hockey. Hockey is a contact sport. 4. Maybe not pertinent to the “Smarten Up” letter, fans/people who say they are not one of “those guys who yell at the refs from the stands” except for certain times during the season. Guess what, if you yell once at the ref, you are one of those guys. I've seen people who stress “not yelling at the refs” at clinics/ meetings (including higher levels) who later proceed to do just that. Jim Krzyzaniak Neepawa, Man.

In response In response to P.C. nomination candidate Darryl Gerrard’s Feb 6 letter to the editor “It's your two cents”. First, I must agree with Mr. Gerrard that we do not need a provincial pension plan. For those who can afford to build their own retirement plan, we have C.P.P., R.R.S.P.s as well as various private plans, including a simple, old fashioned savings account at your local bank. For those who cannot afford to save enough, we have the Guaranteed Income Supplement, which needs to be increased. We just don't need another bureaucracy. However, I must reject Mr. Gerrard's mathematics. He states that a two per cent deduction would cost an average Manitoba worker $140 per month. Being an old fogey, I don't pretend to understand modern computer mathematics. But by my prehistoric mental cyphering, $140 would be two per cent of $7,000 per month. Which is $84,000 per year. Which is over $40 per hour for a full time wage earner. Which is almost exactly double the average Manitoba wage, according to Stats Canada. So could Mr. Gerrard really be that bad at mathematics? Or does he simply subscribe to the time honoured Conservative belief that all working class people are so grossly overpaid? Leonard Paramor Arden, MB

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Alumni game raises money for Neepawa Health Centre By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The Neepawa Health Centre is the beneficiary of some welcome support from the Neepawa midget girls hockey team. The current team, along with several former players, were able to raise $400.00 for the facility, through an alumni game, held on Dec. 27, at the Yellowhead Arena. It’s the third year. Jocelyn Scheper, Care Team manager of the Neepawa Health Centre, said they appreciate the ongoing support they receive from the community. Scheper noted this game was another example of that. “It’s wonderful to receive these donations from groups within Neepawa,” said Scheper. “These donations go towards our chemotherapy donation foundation and the money is used to better the experience that patients have when they come to the Neepawa unit. So, it’s very nice that people do these fundraisers for us. Just wish to give a huge thank you to everyone that was involved for their support.” Midget team coach Dave McIntosh said he and the players were very pleased with the response from the community on this effort. “It’s the third one that we’ve done. How it started was that over the Christmas break, when the girls are home from college and university. There was an ice slot open three years ago and I couldn’t find a team to play my midget team, so what we did was, I got my daughter, who was an

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alumni to round up some girls who had played in Neepawa previously, to form a team and play my current midget team. That’s how it started,” said McIntosh. “[In 2013], we did it again, and [in 2014] we upped the ante a little bit. We actually brought a set of jerseys with the breast cancer ribbon, as a logo on them. We did this with the help of Pat Guilbert of Home Hardware and myself. We managed to purchase a set of jerseys for the alumni, so they could wear it on an ongoing basis. And, we managed to raise $400.00. I believe the 50/50 draw was about $100.00 and it was won by Brad Walker and he donated it back to the cause, which was great.”

Natives awards banquet scheduled for March 4th By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The Neepawa Natives will celebrate the 2014/15 season on Wednesday, Mar. 4, with their annual awards banquet. About a dozen team awards for the season will be distributed as a part of the evening. As well, the team’s alternate third jerseys will be auctioned off. The event is open to all players, fans, parents and sponsors the Neepawa Natives, with tickets available at Team Electronics. The banquet will begin on Wednesday, Mar. 4, at 6:00 pm at the Vivian Hotel Banquet Room with cocktails, while the supper starts at 7:00 pm.

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McIntosh said they decided to assist the Health Centre with this fundraising effort because for many of his current and former players, their families has a connection to cancer. “This the first year that we’ve actually done [a fundraising component]. The girls that have graduated have been affected by cancer. Breast cancer especially. So, the girls thought that that would be a good charity to give it to,” said McIntosh. “We wanted it earmarked for the chemo unit here in Neepawa to allow them to purchase whatever may be needed to make the persons’ experience while taking chemo a little bit easier.” McIntosh also noted that many of the players are hopeful this will turn into an annual tradition. “It all turned out pretty well. We had good support from the alumni. I think we’ve had 16 former

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Top: The players at this year’s Neepawa midget girls hockey alumni game. Above (from left): Brooke de Koning, Kianna Dowd, Aalyia Clark, Jocelyn Scheper Care team manager of the Neepawa Health Centre, Hayley Cathcart and Shalyn Laflar. players that have played hockey over the past four, or five and even six years that have participated. And my current team really enjoy playing the game,” said McIntosh. “The former players, who have gone on to college and university, they really look forward to coming home over the Christmas break and being able to get together with

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Community rallies to save Mt Agassiz By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

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Local citizens and ski enthusiasts gathered in the town of McCreary on Saturday, Feb. 21, to support the resurrection of Mount Agassiz ski hill. About 125 people participated in the rally, which included speeches at the local community hall and a protest at the base of the Alpine Archie road statue, against the demolition of the ski-lift towers. Kelly Rose, who heads the Agassiz Mountain Development Group noted that the company charged with tearing down the facilities, actually began deconstruction during the rally. He noted that heightened some of the emotion of the day. “As we were sitting there [at the rally], we received word that the chalet had just been demolished, so it kind of hit all of us like a wall of bricks,” said Rose. “I think a lot of people became engaged. There were some verbal confrontations because people were very emotional. We simmered that to a point, which was good and then everything shifted back towards trying to involve more engagement.” Rose says many people at the event have not given up on the ski hill, as plans

to reopen the site assumed that much of the existing infrastructure would need to be upgraded or replaced. “We still have processes going on on our side relative to information from Parks Canada. We’re still looking at this positively because there are no other options for that ski hill that would bring in the numbers of people. [Or] the notoriety and economic activity to the area,” said Rose. “The previous infrastructure is gone but the ski hill is still there. We had planned for new lifts and eventually a new chalet anyways. So, the playing field has been wiped clean and hopefully Parks Canada take notes of the extreme interest in getting that built. In getting that ski hill back up and re-offer another request for proposals.” Mount Agassiz is located on the eastern slope of Riding Mountain National Park. Last year, the federal government rejected a $4.5-million plan put forward by the Agassiz Mountain Development Group to reopen the hill. Parks Canada then put out tenders for the demolition of the hill's skiing infrastructure.

Increase to fees at Neepawa cemetery By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The price of burials and care fees at the Neepawa Riverside Cemetery have increased. Town council approved the rise to the service charges during its last public meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17. The rate increase includes a rise in the perpetual care fees from the 2014 rate of $843.31, to $1250.00. Seasonal care fees will go from $ 71.98 to $150.00. The need for the price increase is due to the rising cost of care for the property. Upkeep for the Riverside Cemetery is estimated to cost around $250,000 a year, while revenues brought in from the accumulated care fees, at the 2014 rates are an estimated $23,000. The remaining costs are covered through the municipal budget.

Grave Care: • Perpetual care fees: 2014 - $843.31 2015 - $1250.00 2016 - $1,375.00 2017 - $1,500.00 Seasonal care fees 2014 - $ 71.98 2015 - $150.00 2016 - $175.00 2017 - $200.00 Cremation Fees: Columbarium niche sale 2014 - $900.72 2015 - $2,500.00 2016 - $2625.00 2017 - $2750.00 Disinterment Fees: Earth burials 2014 - $602.37 2015 - $1000.00 2016 - $1500.00 2017 - $2000.00 Ash Burials 2014 - $124.09 2015 - $300.00 2016 - $ 350.00 2017 - $ 400.00 Surcharges: Funerals between 4:00 4:30 2014 - $ 120.47 2015 - $ 250.00 2016 - $ 300.00 2017 - $ 350.00

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A Neepawa family who attended the Winnipeg Jets/Dallas Stars game on Tuesday, Feb. 25 likely expected the night to be filled with entertaining hockey action; but what they likely didn’t expect that night was to receive an ovation from the crowd and to become internet sensations. That’s exactly what happened though, as during one of the game breaks, seven year old Alyx Delaloye and her mother Jody were shown on the Jumbotron. Alyx, who was diagnosed with leukemia in July 2014 and has been undergoing treatment at CancerCare Manitoba, waved at the camera and then held up a sign that read, "Chemo by day, Jets by night." The reaction from the crowd was immediately something special, as the family received applause from the capacity crowd. Even the players on the ice from both the Winnipeg Jets and the Dallas Stars took a moment away from the game to show their support by tapping their sticks on the ice and boards. Once the game was over, pictures and videos of Alyx and her sign went viral on social media, with thousands of people showing support online. As well, Jets forward Jim Slater tweeted about trying to track Delaloye down, hoping to arrange for the family to attend another

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Farmers and Plainsmen split first two games of THHL playoff series By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The first two games of the Tiger Hills Hockey League quarterfinal between the Neepawa Farmers and Carberry Plainsmen have already featured more twists and turns than many full best-of-five series. Game one turned into a wild shootout, while game two featured a dramatic near come from behind victory. The series opened on Friday, Feb. 21 at the Yellowhead Arena in Neepawa, and would see both teams get off to a blistering pace. The Farmers would end the first with four goals, while Carberry replied with three of its own. The action settled down slightly in the second, as each team scored a single goal, to make it 5-4 for Neepawa after 40 minutes. The action picked up once again in the final frame, with four goals in a two minute span. Neepawa

garnered the first goal of the period at the 3:16 mark to secured a two goal cushion. Carberry stormed back with the next three in a span on 1:34, to take its first lead of the evening at 7-6. Undeterred, the Farmers would tie things up with just over nine minutes remaining, with a goal from Brett Dreger. Dreger would play the hero a few minutes later, netting his second straight and giving Neepawa back its lead. The Plainsmen would press for the late equalizer, but were unable to secure one late goal, as they fell to the Farmers 8-7. Along with Brett Dregerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two late game goals, the Farmers were propelled by goals from Devon Speiss, Lance Nugent, Ian Hockin, Bryan White, Neil Ernest and Clarke Rempel. In game two on Sunday, Feb. 22 at the Yellowhead Arena, an electrifying three goal comeback in the third period by the Farmers was

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Neepawa tops J.V. Tigers girls win Teulon tournament Dauphin in WHSHL playoffs By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The Neepawa Tigers have advanced to the Westman High School Hockey League final with an amazing come from behind 5-4 overtime victory on Sunday, Feb. 22, over the top ranked Dauphin Clippers. Dauphin scored a pair of goals in the first period, while Neepawa countered with a single, from Preston James. Both teams were held off the score sheet in the second to keep the score 2-1 for the Clippers heading into the third. Dauphin would then score with just under six minutes gone in the third to secure a 3-1 lead. With time running out for the Tigers, the coaching staff made a bold move while on a power play, as they pulled their goaltender with just under half the period remaining. Coach Mike Adams said it was a risky decision that first appeared to be a mistake, as the Clippers would score early to take a seemingly insurmountable 4-1 lead. Adams noted however that with the Tigers having already won the first game of the best of three series 3-1 the previous night in Dauphin, there was nothing to be lost from the gamble. “High risk, high reward.You know, we thought if we could maintain pressure with a three man press, that we’d have the advantage,” said Adams. “Obviously, the guys did not get on the forecheck fast enough early and [Dauphin] got a goal on us, but we just kept pressing.” The decision soon started to pay off for the Tigers, as Bryn Martin scored the second goal for Neepawa with 7:09 remaining. Less than two minutes later, Preston James secured his second of the game to make it 4-3. Then, with 3:51 remaining, the improbable happened, as Cody Pasowisty scored the third consecutive goal for NACI with the empty net and tied the game at 4-4. A comeback that seemed unimaginable just four minutes earlier had become a reality for Neepawa as the game shifted into extra time. Buoyed by the unexpected change in fortune, the Tigers began overtime with an aggressive offensive attack, consistently taking chances in the Dauphin zone. This all or nothing approach paid off quickly, as Brett McKinnon stole the puck from a Dauphin defender deep in the Clippers’ zones and scored an unassisted marker to take the game and the series. After the game, Coach Adams said it was an impressive effort by the team as they would not give up until the final horn sounded. The Neepawa Tigers now move on the the finals, where they will face the Vincent Massey Vikings, who were able to upend Deloraine/Hartney two games to one in their best-of-three semifinal series. A set date for game one is still being determined.

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The J.V. Neepawa Tigers girls basketball team after their victory at the Saints Junior Varsity Girls Open By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The Neepawa Tigers were the top team at the Saints Junior Varsity Girls Open, held Feb. 20-21 in Teulon. The girls junior varsity team found itself matched up against some of the province’s best basketball teams at this event. NACI’s opening game saw them facing Calvin Christian, based out of Winnipeg. The Tigers were able to cruise

Gladstone Lakers sweep series against Swan Lake Cougars By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The Gladstone Lakers were able to make quick work of the Swan Lake Cougars in their best-offive quarterfinal, taking the series in three straight games. Game one was held in Gladstone on Wednesday, Feb. 18 and would be the closest of the three contests, ultimately, it was the Lakers who would skate away with a hard fought 5-3 win. Matt Boschman lead the

way for the Lakers with a pair of goals, while Devon Smith, Tanner Waldvogel and Blaine Jarvis added singles. The teams then travelled to Swan Lake for game two on Friday, Feb. 20. After a scoreless opening period, things opened up in the second for Gladstone, as they scored four goals and held on to a 4-2 lead with 20 minutes remaining. In the third period, the Lakers would be able to cement the victory by scoring the next four goals. Swan Lake would light

the lamp late in the game, but it was not enough, as Gladstone took game two by a 8-3 margin. Tanner Waldvogel garnered four points (2 goals - 2 assists) on the night for the Lakers, while Sean Kubas (2-1), Blaine Jarvis (1-2) and Tyler Harland (0-3) all generated three points a piece. The third and final game was a completely onesided affair, as Gladstone closed out the round with an impressive 10-2 win over the Cougars on Saturday, Feb. 21. Elsewhere around the

Tiger Hills Hockey League, a pair of western division quarterfinals are also underway. The Killarney Shamrocks are facing off against the Deloraine Royals. After the first two games, that series was tied at one game each. The other quarterfinal final series involves the Souris Elks battling the Hartney Blues. With three games completed, the Blues are holding on to a two games to one advantage over the the Elks.

to a 79-48 victory. In the semi-final, NACI would find itself matched up with the host team, the Teulon Saints. The Tigers were able to end the game with a victory, as they topped Teulon by a score of 50-39 . For the championship game, Neepawa would play the Boissevain Broncos, on of the best junior varsity teams in western Manitoba. At the end of regulation however it was Neepawa who would come out on top , outpacing Boissevain by a score of 67-64.

Third Annual Lake Irwin Classic Ice Fishing Derby 1st Prize $250 2nd Prize $150 3rd Prize $100 4th Prize $50 12 and Under Prizes **Random Draws**

Sunday, March 1st, 2015 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lake Irwin, Neepawa, MB Entry Fee $20 12 and under FREE 50/50 Draw Concession Stand

Hidden time, length and smallest fish prizes Lake Wide Derby *Shacks Allowed Bring a pail to transfer fish to weigh station Must bring your own fishing equipment All fish must be alive at time of measurement Must have ticket present while entering fish Access on east side of the lake by dam only For tickets and info contact Mike 204-841-0632 or Darryl 204-841-4165 Organized by the Neepawa Wildlife Association

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Regular season winding down for Neepawa Natives By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

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MJHL announces year end award winners and all-stars Submitted The Neepawa Banner

MVP Steve “Boomer” Hawrysh Award Tristan Keck - Winkler Flyers

Tristan Keck of the Winkler Flyers has been named the Manitoba Junior Hockey League’s most valuable player. The 19 year old from Morris is one of five major award winners, joining three members of the Portage Terriers who were also recognized for their outstanding seasons. “Every player should be commended for their outstanding performance over the regular season,” said MJHL commissioner Kim Davis. “Coaches of the league vote and make the selections. These selections are extremely difficult to make. The talent level our league is reflective in how difficult it was to select these respective teams.” Meanwhile, Neepawa Natives forward Drake Lindsay was announced as a second team all-star selection. MJHL commissioner Kim Davis will be at the Yellowhead Arena in Neepawa on Sunday, Mar. 1, to present an all-star award to Lindsay before the Natives scheduled home game against the Steinbach Pistons. The complete awards list is as follows:

Rookie of the Year – Vince Leah Trophy James Shearer - Steinbach Pistons Hockey Ability – Lorne “Windy” Lyndon Trophy Brad Bowles - Portage Terriers Top Goaltender Nick Deery - Steinbach Pistons Top Defenseman – Brian Kozak Trophy Tanner Jago - Portage Terriers Coach of the Year – Portage Terriers “Muzz McPherson” Award Blake Spiller - Portage Terriers MJHL First Team All Stars: Goaltender Nick Deery - Steinbach Pistons Defence Tanner Jago - Portage Terriers Defence Jordan Greig - Virden Oil Capitals Forward Tristan Keck - Portage Terriers Forward Zack Waldvogel - Portage Terriers Forward Brad Bowles - Portage Terriers MJHL Second Team All Stars Goaltender Graham Hunt - Swan Valley Stampeders Defence Landon Cross - Steinbach Pistons Defence Ryan Bittner - Winnipeg Blues Forward Drake Lindsay - Neepawa Natives Forward Tyler Penner - Steinbach Pistons Forward Jackson Keane - Winnipeg Blues

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A pair of early shorthanded goals ended up being the deciding factor against the Neepawa Natives, as they were defeated by the Dauphin Kings on Saturday, Feb. 21, by the score of 3-2. The Kings would score their first of the evening with a power play goal by Drake Bodie, just over seven minutes into the opening frame. Dauphin’s Chance Thomas bumped the lead to a pair of goals just over four minutes later while with the man advantage. After the first 20 minutes, in the Kings held onto a 2-0 lead. The next goal of the evening would not arrive until late in the second, and it would be secured by Dauphin, as Dylan Bredahl netted an unassisted goal against goaltender Reid Stallard. The Natives would solve King’s goalie Connor Shaw with less than a minute remaining in the second, as Shawn Pachet would secure his tenth goal of the season. After 40 minutes, Dauphin lead 3-1. Neepawa would press the action in the third, outshooting the Kings 17-5. Unfortunately, the Natives were only able to score a single goal in the final period, when Stephen Mather scored his 13th goal of the regular season. A tying marker was not to be however, as Dauphin would hold on to the 3-2 victory. With three games remaining in the regular season, Neepawa holds a regular season record of 14-41-2 for 30 points. The next home game for the natives is sceduled for Sunday, Mar. 1, against Steinbach.

Club 55+ Bowling League (Minnedosa) Submitted The Neepawa Banner

FEB. 20/15: Ladies’ High Single – Ellen Grudeski 244. Ladies’ High Triple – Bev Chapski 534. Men’s High Single – Frank Porada 250. Men’s High Triple – Norman Kendall 602. Other Scores to Note: Don Denoon 176, 185, 173; Gladys Gork 174, 182; Wilbert Kroeker 211; Pauline Hailstone 154; Norman Kendall 233, 198, 171; Myrnie Kroeker 152, 184; Wayne Gork 160; Wilfred Walker 239; Bev Chapski 224, 156, 154; Thelma Gray 162; Bernice Evenson 194; Melvin Oswald 150; Vernita Potrebka 167; Len Pritchard 211, 158, 163; Lawrence Smith 160, 178, 179; Frank Porada 220; Joe Fraser 151; Abe Enns 169, 177; Muriel Porada 178; Vivian Oswald 221, 150, 161.

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Classifieds –––––––––– In Memory

Dan Mack: In loving memory of husband, father and grandpa who passed away February 28, 2006. Deep in our hearts your memory is kept. Of one we loved and will never forget. Sadly missed by Jean and the family

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Gun Show: Saturday, March 7th, Carberry Memorial Hall, 224 2nd Ave, 60 tables, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., tables $20, admission $4, Contact Brent 204-834-3206 or Marty 204834-2051 _____________________ Old Time Dance at Plumas Community Hall on March 14, 2015. 7:30-11:30 p.m. Band - Highway 6.

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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, 1-800-6650570 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. _____________________ 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.

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Improve your health and your wealth get involved with an exciting company selling the Chi Machine. C+O=E~ Circulation + Oxygen=Energy. Call Chris Waddell 476-2846 for more information

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.

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Roommate wanted for house in Neepawa. Rent $400+half utilities. With smoker. Ken 841-2037

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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 31-22-11W, NW 32-2211W,NW 35-22-11W, SW 05-23-11W,SE 06-23-11W, SW 06-23-11W, NE 28-2311W West of Lake EX Road Plan No. 555 PLTO Subject to MHYD Easement, NE 2923-11W, NW 29-23-11W, SE 29-23-11W, NE 35-22-12W, SE 35-22-12W, SW 35-2212W SUBJECT TO MHYD Easement, NE 36-22-12W. 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

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At Riverside Cemetery, Neepawa. West presentation, south columbarium, Niche #7, Niche #23. $900.72 each. 204-476-5365 _____________________ Red potatoes, no fertilizer or spray, 50lbs $15. Alvin Weber, second lane right on Plumas hwy #260, N of #16. _____________________ 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

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Small 2 bedroom house in Eden. Mostly furnished. $600/ month plus utilities. 1 month damage deposit. Available Feb. 15th. Call 204-966-3305 _____________________ 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.

Notice Church Worship Times Prepared by the Neepawa Ministerial St. James Anglican 11:00 a.m. First Baptist 1:00 a.m. Calvary Chapel 10:30 a.m. Knox Presbyterian 11:00 a.m. Roman Catholic Sat. 7 p.m. Sun 11:00 a.m. Ukrainian Catholic 9:00 am every second Sunday Neepawa United Church 11:00 a.m. Brookdale United 9:30 a.m. Christ Lutheran 9:00 a.m. Filipino Church 1:30 p.m. Waldersee Lutheran 11:00 winter 10:00 summer

NOTICE OF HEARING UNDER THE HIGHWAYS PROTECTION ACT THE HIGHWAY TRAFFIC BOARD

PERMITS – PART I – SECTION 9 H.P.A. AND PART III – SECTION 17 H.P.A. 4/068/002/S/15 – R.M. OF ALONSA Application for Off-Premises Sign (Other) adjacent to P.T.H. No. 68, S.E.¼ 25-24-13W, R.M. of Alonsa.

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Telephone: 204-476-3401/ 888-436-4242 Fax: 204-476-5073 Email: ads@neepawabanner.com

• 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

Notice is hereby given that a hearing of the Highway Traffic Board will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. in Room 150, Brandon Provincial Building, 340 – 9th Street, Brandon, Manitoba.

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

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

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

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80 to 320 acres cash rent This is a fundraiser to help keep the team Call Ross 204-872-2442 Cam 204-841-3060

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the Whitemud Watershed Conservation District intends to conduct a weed and brush control program on Watershed Drains in the Rural Municipalities of McCreary, Alonsa, Portage la Prairie, Rosedale, Glenella-Lansdowne, North Cypress-Langford, MintoOdanah, WestLake-Gladstone, Elton, and North Norfolk. The projected dates of application will be from May 1, 2015 to November 30, 2015. The herbicides to be used include:

• Banvel • Garlon 4 • Princep Nine-T • Vantage

Barry & Lorraine Hockin and Len & Ann Kuharski would like to announce the engagement of their children Greg Hockin and Katelyn Kuharski On June 6, 2015 the wedding ceremony will take place in the Roxy Threatre followed by a dinner and dance in the Yellowhead Centre. The couple, along with their families would like to invite family and friends to attend a wedding shower at 2pm for the couple on March 7, 2015 with a Social in their honour that evening from 9pm till 2am! Both events in Neepawa's Yellowhead Centre! Come help them celebrate!

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Concerned citizens may send written submissions or objections within 15 days of the publication of this notice to: Manitoba Conservation & Water Stewardship Pesticide & Hazardous Waste Section Suite 160, 123 Main Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 1A5

MORTGAGE SALE The land and building known as 299 Isabel Street, Neepawa, Manitoba, as described in Certificate of Title No 2390135/5, will be sold by public auction by a Licensed Auctioneer on March 19th, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the mortgaged property at 299 Isabel Street, Neepawa, Manitoba. The Vendor is informed that the property consists of a 1 3/4 story dwelling approximately 1,504 square feet, with living room, kitchen, den, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, partly finished basement, on a lot approximately 49 feet x 99 feet. Realty taxes (excluding any accruing water charges) are paid to December 31, 2013 Prior Charges: Nil TERMS OF SALE A deposit of $15,000.00 by way of cash, certified cheque or bank draft payable to Fillmore Riley LLP, and the balance according to conditions which will be available for public view at the Auctioneer’s address above prior to the auction. The property will be sold subject to a Reserve Bid of $139,000.00 plus such other additional and incidental costs which may be incurred by the Vendor from the 13th day of February, 2015 to the date of the auction and which costs will be announced prior to the commencement of the sale. Further information may be obtained from: Fillmore Riley LLP Barristers and Solicitors 1700 – 360 Main Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 3Z3 File No. 400784-2650/DIC(nic) Attention: Karen Phone: 204-957-8373

Saturday, March 14, 2015 - 1:00 p.m. 15024ii00 @ Ashern Auction Mart

• First Pick of the 2013 bulls - No Yearlings or anything sold off before the SALE! • Forage Developed to Breed More Cows for More Years! • 36 Thick, Meaty, Maternal Angus Bulls: Good Temperaments, Suitable for Heifers • Call to view the bulls prior to the sale on the farm at Anola. Come earlier for a Free lunch for more info or a catalogue... us on Ph 204.471.4696 or 204.232.1620 follow twitter info@ediecreekangus.com @ediecreekangus

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WHEAT: AC Brandon, AC Carberry BARLEY: Austenson, Desperado OATS: AC Summit, Big Brown CANOLA: Invigor, Brett Young, Nexera CORN: Pickseed, Elite FORAGES: Brett Young, Pickseed OTHER: Radish, Turnip, Millet

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Wilmot Milne 204-385-2486 Gladstone, MB Cell: 204-212-0531

Todd 204-386-2206 Darren 204-386-2072

FORAGE SEED FOR SALE • Hyland corn seed • Alfalfas • Clovers • Bromegrass • Fescues • Timothy • Ryegrasses • Orchard grass • Millets • Wheatgrasses • Native grasses • Lawn seed • Full line of forages

Phone Jim Pollock

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Best Herbicide Prices Guaranteed Featured Products: • Clever – one pass cleaver control • Smoke – loaded glyphosate • Foax – green foxtail and wild oats • Diquash - desiccant Dealers in most areas (new dealers welcome) 306 477-4007 info@gng.ag www.gng.ag

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Help Wanted Student/ Photography/PR

A Winnipeg based heavy construction contractor is currently seeking experienced and motivated individuals for the following positions within our Asphalt Divisions: • Field Superintendent • Road Foreman • Plant Operator / Workers • Roller Operators • Paver Operators • Rakers / Labourers • Screed Operators • Grader Operators • Loader Operators • Oil Distributor Truck Drivers • Camp Cook / Helper • Class 1 & Class 3 Truck Drivers with Asphalt and Dump Experience Positions require working in remote project locations – room & board will be provided. Qualified persons can expect competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. Send resumes to: 101 Dawson Road North, Winnipeg, MB, R2J 0S6 Fax: 204-237-8337 Email: hr@nelsonriver.com

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Knowledge of photography. Action shots at a number of local sports organization’s events throughout the year for sports year books. PR/ Sponsorship promotions. Permanent, flexible, part time. Evenings & Weekends. Up to 500 hours/year. $12/hour plus bonuses. $2000-$6000 per year. Children’s Programs 200-5 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3L 2T4 glenccp@mts.net

Attention: Tribal Councils and Aboriginal Organizations in Saskatchewan and Manitoba! Are you looking to hire Aboriginal job seekers ? We are getting results Post your job on our website and in 135 newspapers in Manitoba and Saskatchewan (950,000 circulation).

Help Wanted 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

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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

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is presently recruiting for

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1 Ton Truck Drivers

Applicants must possess a Class 5 Driver’s License. Length of employment may vary from 2-6 months.

Tandem Truck Drivers

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Sprayer Operator

Applicants must possess a Class 5 Driver’s License. Length of employment will be approx. 6 months.

Fertilizer Plant Operators/Yard Attendants

Applicants must possess a Class 5 Driver’s License. Length of employment may vary from 2-6 months. Excellent compensation for a few months of work! If you would like to join our team, please complete an application form at either of our Agro locations OR send a cover letter and resume to: Email: a.haywood@neepawagladstonecoop.com Or mail to: Box 879, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 www.neepawagladstoneco-op.com We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For Sale For Sale

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2013 John Deere 50’ - 1830 Air-Seeder with 430 bushel 1910 cart. Single shoot, J.D. tips, 4 metering rollers, duals all around. Only done 1000 acres.

Rod Anderson 204-871-0040

For Rent Erickson Lions Duplex for rent

2 Bedrooms All Appliances Heated single car garage $1100 per month plus utilities. 46 or 48 1 St. Street NW Erickson Contact Ron Wilmot 636 2799 ronwilmot@mynetset.ca

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Western Manitoba Regional Library requires a

BRANCH SUPERVISOR NEEPAWA PUBLIC LIBRARY Serving the town of Neepawa, the Library has over 18,000 items in its collection and over 1,000 registered borrowers. It is currently open Monday through Friday, including Thursday evenings. The Branch Supervisor is responsible for the Library’s day-to-day circulation and reader’s advisory services, programming, community relations and general administrative tasks. Supervisory and organizational competence, strong interpersonal communication skills, problem-solving ability, computer skills, and a good working knowledge of spelling, composition, and arithmetic are required. A flexible and cooperative attitude to community service is expected. Completion of post-secondary courses specific to library skills/ knowledge is preferred. Individuals without this background will be required to successfully complete a minimum of one course in a library training program within the first year of employment. Regular travel to Brandon requires a valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle. This is a full-time position. The successful candidate will be required to work a minimum of 37.5 hours per week. Attendance at Board/community meetings and library seminars/workshops may require additional hours and such attendance is expected when appropriate. Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume, including contact information for three (3) references to the address below: Shelley Mortensen, Chief Librarian Western Manitoba Regional Library 710 Rosser Avenue, Unit 1 Brandon MB R7A 0K9 Telephone 204-727-6648 Fax 204-727-4447 Email: wmreglibrary@gmail.com Posting is open until filled. Review of applications begins March 9, 2015.

Tender

FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone Tenders received until March 6, 2015 Rod Anderson Box 272 Gladstone, MB, R0J 0T0 West 1/2 13-15-11 NE 1/4 14-15-11 Conditions of Tender: 1. Interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property. 2. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. 3. The purchaser(s) shall be responsible for payment of GST or shall self-assess for GST. 4. The Purchaser(s) will be responsible for payment of the 2015 property taxes. 5. Successful bidders will be asked to enter into a formal Purchase agreement covering the terms and conditions of sale. 6. Land to be sold as one complete package. Any questions regarding these parcels or this tender can be directed to:

Rod Anderson 204-871-0040

Help Wanted

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

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Auction Sales

Neepawa purchases used vacuum truck

McSherry Auction Service Ltd.

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

VINTAGE SERVICE STATION COCA COLA AUCTION

The Town of Neepawa has approved the purchase of a vacuum excavation truck to help in cleaning out sewers and assisting with water main breaks. Council voted on Tuesday, Feb. 17, to buy the 2001 Vactor truck from Joe Johnson Equipment for $85,000, plus taxes. The town will receive a break on the negotiated price

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Tender

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION NO. 039177 EQUIPMENT CALL-OUT LIST PARKLAND AND WESTMAN AREAS To receive the proposal document, please visit: www.merx.com/manitobahydro or call 1-800-964-6379. Quotations may be submitted electronically, received by MERX (www.merx.com) or paper format to: Manitoba Hydro, ATTENTION: Purchasing Department, Mailroom, Ground Floor, 360 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg MB R3C 0G8. SCOPE OF THE WORK The Work shall consist in the supply of all that is required for the services and rental of equipment including insurance, tools, equipment maintenance, transportation (includes mileage and fuel the Contractor’s equipment), oil, mobilization and demobilization, equipment repairs, and warranty of workmanship to perform work in Parkland and Westman areas, on a call-out basis. The equipment needed could include: backhoe, trackhoe, skid steer, loader etc. Services needed could include: directional drilling, Hydro-Vac etc. CONTRACT DURATION The Purchaser expects the work to commence on or about April 1, 2015 for a period of one (1) year to March 31, 2016. The Purchaser reserves the right to extend the Contract for up to two (2) additional one (1) year periods. Closing Date: 16:00 hours, Manitoba local time, March 19, 2015. Contact: Kelley Craig, Purchasing Department via email kcraig@hydro.mb.ca. If internet is not available please call 1-204-360-4687 or fax 1-204-360-6130.

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FOR SALE BY TENDER Kelwood garage building with or without post hoist and tire changer. 4 lots 30' X 120' not including gas tank and pump. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Please send tenders to: Earl Burton Box 101, Kelwood MB, R0J0Y0 Tenders close March 20 2015

FARM LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER 160 Acres in the RM of North Cypress NW 31-11-15W,

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is required. The purchase of this truck will enable them to do that. The Vactor truck is a tank truck with a heavy duty vacuum designed to pneumatically load solids, liquids, sludge or slurry through suction lines typically 2-4” in diameter with 3” being the norm.

of $34,000 plus tax, due to an accumulated credit from rental of the vehicle over the past few years. The cost of a new truck is between $300,000 and $400,000. With the accumulation of grease in sewer lines being an issue in many municipalities, town officials felt that a more routine cleaning of those types of lines

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Automotive

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

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Updating the crossover SUV

d n u o r is a orner the c 2010 Ford F150 XTR Crew 4x4

The Ford Edge Below right: The Honda Pilot.

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT

Well equipped with Sync, Tow pkg, back up camera, pwr seat and more!

power equipment, air, heated seats

$13,888

Reduced $19,990

PHOTOS BY NEILS MACK

By Neils Mack The Neepawa Banner In the past five years we have been seeing the popularity of the minivan fade. Every automaker used to have a minivan, and there was even a power competition between the companies and their vans. I remember a commercial for the Toyota Sienna drifting across the Utah salt flats proclaiming a superb 0-60 time and how it had many horsepowers in front of those three rows of seating. So where did these practical people movers fade off to? Well there are a few automakers out there that will still sell you a van. However for the most part, we’ve all traded in a bit of that slab sided practicality for some style and muscular good looks. Of course I’m talking about the crossover SUV. A lot of you readers will have one, I even have one. These vehicles were able to offer us a “sporty” look while still being able to do a decent job of hauling around kids and the things that go along with them. Also, unlike a mini-van which only comes in one size – super-sized– these crossover SUVs come in all sizes, from tall, to grande to venti. You’re able to choose one that fits your size requirement and budget. A little piece of mind for those who ditched the mini-van, IIHS, the folks who tell us how safe our vehicles are, recently tested all the brand new minivans that are still left on the market and not one of them walked away with a good grade. The crossovers however performed well – I do suggest visiting YouTube and searching for the vehicle you want followed by “crash test” just to see how the car you want stacks up. Continued on page 20

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Today’s crossover SUVs come in all sizes Continued from page 19 This leads me to a recent visit I had to Toronto to see the Canadian International Car Show, there were more new crossovers and concept versions of crossovers there than anything else. Let’s look at the three that fit in the middle of the size range: the Nissan Murano, Ford Edge and Honda Pilot. These vehicles start around the $30,000 mark and are equipped rather nicely. They will claim to get around eight litres per 100 km on the highway, although in the real world, we will call that 10, which is still efficient enough. The 2015 Nissan Murano stands out from the rest with its sharp looks. Nissan has been pushing the envelope of design lately and the Murano shows off it’s new look well. With swooping lines and blacked out pillars, the Murano looks like a wave of energy standing still. The Murano is powered by the ubiquitous 3.5 litre V6, guaranteed to never go wrong. However Nissan is still using a continuously variable transmission in this new Murano. It’s a reliable transmission and if you’re not a driving enthusiast you won’t notice it. However, if you are a proper car person, you’ll know it dulls the fun of the drive. Ford has completely redone the Edge for 2015 – it’s more of an evolutionary redesign rather than revolutionary. This is a good thing, because the last Edge was a good CUV, it was just aged and looked a little too much like an egg. For 2015, Ford has given the Edge a more planted look with some bold lines in the body work and a sharp trapezoidal grill. The Edge can be ordered with a 2.7 litre turbocharged V6. This mill delivers 325 horsepower and 375 lb./ft of torque, so you can expect the Edge to be a very fun car to drive. For the more frugal, the Edge can be had with a two litre turbo four cylinder (240 hp / 275 lb.ft) and the current 3.5 litre naturally aspirated V6. The last of the midsize crossovers that debuted at the auto show in Toronto is actually coming out for the 2016 model year, this is the Honda Pilot. The all new version of the Pilot has lost its rugged boxy looks and adopted a more modern curvy sleeker look. Of the three crossovers we looked at today, the

Pilot is the most similar to the minivan, it is the largest and has three rows of seating. It’s also larger than the outgoing Pilot by

a few inches. Power comes from Hondas 3.5 litre V6 – which we tested here in the Banner when it was shoehorned in the Accord.

This is a potent and smooth engine that is able to return good fuel economy. Comically, Honda calls this “Earth Dreams”. Think of it more

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as just a well built drive system. These three are a nice step forward, I especially appreciate the Murano for

its great looks which help bury the dismal van further into the past.