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Neepawa to announce new budget The Town of Neepawa is ready to unveil details of its 2016 financial plan.

A public meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, Apr. 19 at 6:00 pm to review the document and its spending priorities.

Mayor Adrian de Groot said council and administration have been working very hard on the budget and noted that it contains priorities that go well beyond 2016.

“This serves, in a way, as a mid-term budget for this council. We feel it sets the tone, not just for the year ahead, but for the next decade and beyond,” said de Groot. “Within the financial plan, there are a number of initiatives that have a significant impact on the future of the community that are addressed,

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De Groot stressed, however, that just because the blueprint of the budget has been formalized, it doesn’t mean that it’s too late for the community to bring new ideas forward or lobby for additional support for others.

“This budget has been shaped by discussions driven by the community.

Through many gathering and deliberations with ratepayers, council and administration have been able to put this document together from idea, to dialogue, to execution. But that doesn’t mean that our work is done. [Neepawa taxpayers] still have the chance to help shape the spending priorities. This meeting is simply the public’s first chance to see the results,” stressed de Groot.

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McCreary Maple Syrup Festival delights Scenes from the festival, held April 9

Girls from Laurier 4-H club Luckey Charms raised funds for their group by participating in the refreshment booth, located at McCreary Community Centre. From left: Alana Wildeboer, Megan Brunen, Augustus Campbell, Levi Campbell, Melodie Gingras and Harmony Pinette.

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Right: A couple of Suffolk Punch horses pulled one of the wagon rides. Named Captain and Sailor, these seven year old animals are an English breed of draft horse. Heather Mayne from Makinak, MB is pictured in the wagon. Regular rides were available to transport people from the McCreary Golf Club to the sugar bush.

Budget meeting on Tuesday Continued from page 1 In 2015, Town Council allocated $6,718,130.27 to the general operating fund and $3,078,319.65 to its utility operating fund. It also revealed its five year capital plan, which focused on spending on public works equipment, a new fire hall, water and sewer renewals, lagoon upgrades and the improvements to the RCMP building.

The Tuesday, Apr. 19 meeting has been scheduled at the Town Office for 6:00 pm.

Mr. Pallister goes to Neepawa

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner Manitoba’s Progressive Conservative leader made a quick stop in Neepawa on Friday, Apr. 8. Brian Pallister, along with party candidate for the Agassiz riding Eileen Clarke, attended the Royal Canadian Legion for an informal meet and greet session. Pallister said he has been travelling to as many communities as possible during this election campaign. He said talking to people face to face about the issues that concern them and asking for their support has been very important.

“We’ve had the most ambitious tour of any of the campaigns. We’ll have

travelled over 7,000 kilometres by the time this thing is done. There’s only one riding, Churchill that we will not have travelled to, though we were there a few weeks ago [before the election was called],” said Pallister. “We’re reaching out in an ambitious way because we, as a party, are demonstrating that we’re ready to go to the people and ask for support. And I think that’s what the people deserve.”

Pallister noted that an issue people across Agassiz have brought forward to him is health care and emergency services. He said they’re concerned and want to see changes.

“In terms of healthcare, our results are the worst in Canada. The emergency

services are deplorable.

Our waits are the longest in Canada. Our ambulance fees; I’ve had communications with people in Neepawa about driving their own family members to emergency because the ambulance fees are the highest in Canada. These are serious concerns.

These are the areas we’re focused on. We have a plan also for doctor recruitment and retention. The NDP has a plan too. It’s to jack up the taxes on highest income earners. Well, who is that? Doctors. So you’re going to ship more doctors away. We already have the worst record on keeping them in Canada, so it’s not a plan at all for rural Manitoba. They have a plan to get reelected on

promises. We have a plan to reduce ambulance fees by 50 per cent in our first term,” said Pallister.

P.C. candidate Eileen Clarke said it’s great that Pallister has travelled to several communities within the riding. She said it shows that they’re taking no votes for granted.

“I’ve travelled throughout Agassiz over the last several months, meeting with people and hearing their ideas and getting an understanding of what their expectations are of the person who will represent them. Ultimately, that’s what this campaign is about for me. [Agassiz] has been a P.C. held riding, but we don’t take that for granted. That’s why myself and Brian [Pallister] are out

here. Because you have to earn the right to be their voice in government, ” said Clarke.

As the election draws to a close, Pallister said he’s very optimistic about what he’s been hearing on the campaign trail and is hopeful that’ll translate into votes on Tuesday, Apr. 19.

“I’m really happy with the work that we’ve been doing. We’ve been working really hard and that’s something that I think has given us reason to feel hopeful,” noted Pallister.

“You do the work, you prepare and then you await the result. It’s democracy.

You let the people decide and you trust the people.”

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Morgan Cameron Ross fronts the band Bellwoods, who recently had their song, Live It Up, on the Billboard charts for 24 weeks.

By Kira Paterson The Neepawa Banner A pop musician who just came off more than 24 weeks on the Billboard’s top 10 music charts has ties to the Westman area.

Morgan Cameron Ross fronts the band Bellwoods, whose song Live It Up put them on the Billboard charts.

Ross is originally from Vancouver, but his father, Jim Ross’ family is from Basswood, MB, so when he was a kid, they would go back to visit the family farm regularly. Basswood is a village 15 minutes northwest of Minnedosa.

“I grew up spending most of my summers in and around Minnedosa and at Clear Lake,” Ross explained, “Golfing in Neepawa, though!”

Ross has some good memories from his times here. “I really like the taco salad at the Co-op in Minnedosa,” he noted. He also said he was always told by his father, who played hockey in Minnedosa, that the Minnedosa team was always stronger than Neepawa’s. “I would love to see Bellwoods play the Minnedosa Rock Fest sometime,” he added.

Now, Ross is living in Toronto and has been for 10 years. His band has been together for two years. He and his band mate live on opposite sides of a park in the city. “The Bellwoods name is in reference to the beautiful, large park in Toronto that both Alan Snoddy, my band mate, and I live across from,” he explained.

world. Songs are ranked by amount of play on the radio, online streaming and sales. Being on the list for over 24 weeks is definitely something of which Ross and his band can be proud.

Bellwoods aren’t stopping there, though. The band has just recorded a song in collaboration with American pop musician Ryan Cabrera, called Sin to Get Saved. They also filmed a 360º “virtual reality” music video that the viewer can click and drag with the mouse on the screen to see all the way around the room in which they recorded. All the musicians are situated around the camera, so the viewer can “turn the camera” in any direction to watch any one of them playing and singing.

Bellwoods’ and Ross’ music can be found on iTunes or the band’s or Ross’ Facebook or Twitter pages.

Bellwoods is the band that got him on the Billboard charts, however, it was not the first band of which he was a part.

“Prior to that, I had a successful band called Birds of Wales,” he said. It was this band that got him into the music industry in the first place.

“I stumbled into a career in music,” he started. “I went to university at the University of Northern BC for political science, then my band, Birds of Wales, signed its first major record deal and I had to make the choice.” Evidently, it was the right choice; his career has been a successful one so far. Ross has also released two solo albums and is a multi-talented musician, playing guitar, mandolin, xylophone, ukulele and singing.

Being featured on the Billboard charts is no small feat. Billboard is the standard for top hits in the US, which includes music by artists from all over the

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Recycling needs recycled idea Here’s a suggestion that might just be a solution

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n a recent joint meeting of the councils of North CypressLangford and the Town of Carberry, a perennial problem was discussed - recycling. One could say the topic of recycling was being recycled. Council agonized at length about what to do about contaminated recycling not being eligible to go for recycling. It was estimated the “lost” recycling cost the municipality $9,700 in 2015 over 2014.

All municipalities face the same problem. Most residents, if they take the time to bother with recycling, faithfully put out clean recycling material in the blue tubs or blue bins. However, some residents insist on dumping garbage into the blue bins, especially the unsupervised bins scattered around the various municipalities. As reported at the joint council, the drivers are doing all they can, as are the good folks at Evergreen Environmental. But all it takes is a bag of sloppy wet garbage in a recycling bin or dumpster and its recycling value is zero.

The municipalities will never beat this problem on their own.

The council in question has tried signage, which every municipality has tried. Many municipalities have tried advertising and flyers and made presentations to schools and groups. It won’t solve the problem. The recycling business model in Manitoba is flawed.

Recycling has to be heavily subsidized. On its own, recycling is a money losing proposition.

Recycling’s redemption is that it is a way of recovering or avoiding the long term landfill costs associated with pitching everything in the landfill. Standing on its own, it’s cheaper to fire recyclables into the landfill in the

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short term. It’s only in the long term that recycling makes sense.

Here’s a suggestion that might just be a solution.

There is a levy on containers in Manitoba. It’s probably not high enough. Regardless of the price, none of the levy actually gets back directly to the person doing the recycling. The missing link in Manitoba is that the person actually gathering up the recycling doesn’t get paid. That has to change. There has to be something in it for people to remain committed in the long term to gathering clean recycled material. It might be the Boy Scouts, it might be the Kinsmen, it might be private individuals or companies. In many countries, recycling is a strong business with competition among the recyclers. In Korean cities, there are recyclers on the streets all the time, cruising around to scrounge up some more tonnage.

In jurisdictions such as Saskatchewan Alberta, residents get paid for bringing in beverage cans. The system works well and needs to apply to all recycling.

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Even if recycling becomes more prevalent and efficient, municipalities are still left with what to do with garbage. That is an ongoing problem, a big problem and it isn’t going to go away.

Evergreen Environmental may be on to somewhat of a solution if they can get a gasification project going. In many, many areas of the world, garbage is clean burned (gasification) and the energy is used to produce electricity. The residual metal can be recycled, the remaining ash can be mixed with asphalt for road paving.

To overcome all the problems involved in recycling and garbage disposal will take a long time.

The current system isn’t working as well as it could. To work better will require different regulations at the provincial level. Nearly everyone wants a change for the better. Hopefully, that can happen, but it will need a distinct policy change at the provincial level to allow people and groups to benefit from recycling and to allow for gasification of garbage.

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ast week, Brandon University found itself making headlines across the country, but it wasn’t the kind of attention they wanted. In early April, a user of the anonymous posting site “We Believe Survivors” uploaded a photo of a Behavioural Contract that the university made her sign after she reported an alleged sexual assault to the school. According to Brandon Sun reports, the contract required the signee to "not discuss the event which happened … between you MY and the male PERSPECTIVE student with anyone other than a counsellor.” Breaking the contract could result in ate suspension or ackman tkinson expulsion from the school.

Corinne Mason, a BU gender and women’s studies professor, was quoted as saying, “According to this contract, survivors of violence on campus are being told what to do and who to speak to about their experiences.” She goes on, explaining that in order to stay within the letter of the contract, the alleged victim couldn’t access the sexual assault crisis line at Klinic, which is a community health centre providing medical care, counselling and education.

This didn’t happen 10 or 20 or 50 years ago, it happened last fall.

In an era when the public is increasingly concerned about the silencing of sexual assault victims, the contract was an ill conceived plan all around.

The school’s 23 page “Respectful Environment Policy,” which was last updated in August 2011, governs, among other things, the university’s response to cases of sexual violence. It would appear that the school’s behavioural contract has been around for a while and has been used to cover a range of issues that might arise between students. Since September 2013, two behavioural contracts have been used, one of which was for an alleged sexual assault.

The contract is signed by both parties and one can see how in other situations, such an instrument makes sense– Students who have had issues with one another in the past must remain civil while they continue to attend classes and maybe live under the same dorm roof. A peaceful environment is important if an investigation is underway, but also, it’s crucial to the campus environment. The contract is a one size fits all approach that I expect fits many situations very poorly, this one especially so.

The use of the contract in this case was a mistake, everyone seems to agree on that. On April 6, the school’s president Gervan Fearon said that it was a mistake to use behavioural contracts to stop students from speaking about allegations of sexual assault.

He was quoted as saying, “It was not appropriate and is not appropriate in this case or in cases of sexual assault, sexual violence and sexual harassment and we acknowledge (the contract) was not helpful to the survivor.”

The university has responded and in October, they set up a task force to look at the issue of sexual assault on campus. On April 6, nine recommendations from the task force were released, however, it wasn’t without controversy. The victim of the alleged assault says that she was never contacted by the task force and there were complaints that not all stakeholders played a part in the recommendations’ development.

In the past, sexual assault was lumped in with other crimes and breaches of students’ rights and responsibilities. Today, most universities are being encouraged to develop stand alone policies in relation to the prevention of and response to sexual assault.

In the wake of some high profile scandals at universities and colleges across North America, many critics allege that schools regularly hide or downplay statistics regarding sexual assault on campuses in order to help attract students. This is the atmosphere in which universities operate and any that hope to serve their students, as well as their reputation, must ensure that their actions don’t have the effect of silencing victims. For a variety of reasons, victims of sexual assault tend to err towards the side of silence and what amounts to a gag order is inappropriate in every way.

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Opinion Surviving the crash

APRIL 15, 2016

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he world of Christian ministry is littered with the corpses of failed ministries and discredited preachers.

While each is a tragedy in its own right, some were predictable. Three things brought people like Jim Bakker, Jimmy Swaggart, Mike Warnke and others to the brink of disaster.

The first was control.

Everything in the ministry revolved around one person. He or she was the driving force, the host and teacher on the TV program and the “prophet” whose word was law and whose ideas (outlandish as some were) were instantly implemented. There was no control by a governing board. It simply “rubber stamped” whatever the “prophet” proposed.

The second was contracts. In a recent sermon, Mike Warnke talked of the pressure he faced from those who produced his recordings and videos. “In order to keep my position as the top Christian Comedian in America,” he said, “I had to record at least one new album a year. And I had to be funny in order

FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein for the albums to sell. But God hadn’t called me to be funny. He had called me to preach the gospel.” He readily admitted that his contractual obligations (writing, recording and promoting new material) got in the way of doing what he had been called to do.

The third cause of most ministries’ downfall was cash. It takes a lot of money to buy TV time, maintain a headquarters with dozens of paid staff and travel from place to place for concerts or conventions.

And then there is the ever present temptation to use ministry funds for elaborate homes, luxury cars, private planes and other perks and justify these expenses by saying “I’m doing a good work for God and I deserve these things.”

But as these men found out, what one man builds

another man can destroy.

And in each case, the man was a reporter who got wind of some inconsistencies in their lives, did a little snooping and then wrote a story. The revelations were different, but the outcome was the same.

The men listed above saw their ministries collapse and their personal integrity suffer significant damage.

Bakker was imprisoned for fraud. Warnke’s production company pulled his products, leaving him with no income. Swaggart saw his church, Bible College and ministry dwindle to the point of near extinction. Did they deserve the treatment they received from the media and other branches of organized religion? Some would say they didn’t. Others would argue that they should spend the rest of their lives

digging ditches. I am not about to pass judgment on these men. They are God’s servants and to their own master they stand or fall (see Romans 14:4).

What I admire about each of them is that they survived the crash. They sought and found God’s forgiveness. But the way ahead, for each of them, was a long road of healing, recovery and restoration.

They are still on that road and will be until the day they die.

These men learned that the wages of sin (death— Romans 6:23) can be erased in an instant. But the consequences of sin never disappear completely. We may well spend the rest of our lives living with and in some cases dealing with the fallout from our failures.

There is, however, hope for all of us. God’s grace is sufficient. He will give us the strength we need to face the consequences of sin with courage and dignity, to overcome them and to rebuild a life and a witness with which God will be well pleased.

What I’ve learned from my daughter-in-law

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here were three generations of Friesen women in the kitchen. I turned to my daughterin-law and said my next column was going to be about what I have learned from my favourite daughter-inlaw. Her daughter looked at me, thinking for a moment before reminding me that I only have one daughterin-law. [That means that the younger generation may have caught on when I speak of my favourite oldest grandchild, favourite twenty-five-year-old, twenty-six, twenty-two, twenty-one, grandchild, etc. that they are all my favourite!] Conceding the point, I went on to thank Mrs. Friesen the younger of some of the things I appreciate about her theories and life laws. The conversation stemmed from left-overs.

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HOMEBODIES Rita Friesen know that the kitchen is one of my least favourite places to be found at work – eating is a different matter! There were seldom leftovers in a home with four teenagers, but should there be such a thing, individual plates were prepared and ready for a late night fridge raid.

She made up rules as she raised her family. If there happened to be a variety of foods in the fridge, she heated them all up and filled plates, handing them out – no picking and choosing which left-over you wanted. I believe she called it the ‘bar mitzvah’ supper.

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n another week, we will go to the polls and cast our vote. We can listen to speeches on why we should vote and who we should vote for. They all make it sound so good, but can we be assured that they will keep their promises. Afterward we sometimes hear complaints that promises were broken.

the fridge!

My daughter-in-law was raising her children about the same time I was spending a great deal of time with grandchildren – her children included. We weren’t overly protective parents, as the stories around the family table at Easter reminded us. The kids rode mini-bikes, go-carts, the garden tractor and moved on to dirt bikes and autos.

They made forts, hammering and sawing away and even carting in a farmer’s grain to make a carpet in their ‘home’. They climbed trees and caught snakes, they were pioneers trekking across the prairie, the trailer behind the old 110

John Deere the covered wagon. The rules were that you treat each other with respect- even if the other person is a sibling, and unless an action was immoral, illegal or endangered a life, a child could be fairly certain that it was okay. There were some debates over the definition of illegal, farm kids (and their adults) do bend a few rules!

One could hardly call my daughter-in-law a raging feminist, but she has always been her own person, as it should be. There wasn’t a project that she was afraid to tackle – she may have learned that from her elders! Equality and justice are important.

When I corrected my children’s grammar she asked that I correct hers when needed, or she would not learn either. I tried, but it was challenging.

Each family member has enhanced and enriched my life. It’s good.

When we read the Bible, we know that we have a sovereign God, who is perfect in all His ways and will never break any of His promises. The Bible is full of them in the Old Testament and the New Testament. One that means much to me is “He will continually guide you (me)” (Isaiah 58:11). I know this, because I have seen the evidence. It is also wonderful to know that “He will never leave thee nor forsake thee” (Hebrews 13:5). When we know Jesus in a personal way, we can be sure that we can lean on Him even when problems fill our life daily.

Let us seek Him first.

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The point of ag reps In your April 8 editorial, you state that Manitoba no longer has a Department of Agriculture. For your information, it's been renamed Manitoba Agriculture Food and Rural Initiatives.

Through my years of farming, I frequently appealed to the agricultural representatives for information.

Though I was seldom impressed with the ag reps’ performance, they all had very knowledgable and helpful secretaries distributing information from government sponsored research and government programs. Very helpful.

But the Harper government shut down the research into clean water, beef cattle, forage crops and programs such as PFRA and the tree nursery. They also muzzled the few remaining researchers to prevent them from sharing the results of their work with the public.

Multinational companies doing research are delighted to share their results with the farmer through their own representatives, provided that the farmer spends big dollars buying their products.

So what's the point of having agricultural representatives when they no longer have up to date information?

Leonard Paramor Arden

Farms a world apart In Canada, I’m a member of a minority—I’m a farmer.

I grew up on a tomato farm, and still continue to be involved in our family farm today. But I’m one of declining number of people who farm; today only about two per cent of Canadians are farmers.

In Ethiopia, which I visited recently, the opposite is true. In that country, farming is how the majority of the population earns their livelihood.

That’s not the only difference between Canada and Ethiopia. In Canada, if my family’s harvest failed or was rained out or damaged by hail, we are protected by crop insurance. For most of the farmers I met in Ethiopia though, a crop failure could be devastating.

With changing weather patterns, it’s becoming more difficult for them to predict when the rains will come. If they plant at the wrong time, it could mean a full year before getting the chance to try again. In the meantime, they and their families could go hungry.

That’s why support from Canadian Foodgrains Bank is so important in a place like Ethiopia. One farmer who has benefitted from this support is Asenti Lendos.

Along with nine other women in her community, Asenti is a member of a women’s savings and loan group supported by Foodgrains Bank member Mennonite Central Committee. Through the group, they contribute one Ethiopian Birr each week (about six cents Canadian).

Over time, the group’s savings grew so they could afford to give out small loans to group members.

Asenti was the first to receive a small loan. She used it to buy some bean seeds. With good results from her crop, she repaid the loan and was able to save more and qualify for the next level of support from their savings and loan group—getting access to livestock.

Asenti invited our group of Canadians to visit her farm compound. When we arrived, her husband, Adama, also greeted us. While he was obviously proud of their farm compound, it was clear by their interactions that Asenti was mainly responsible for the improvement in the family’s fortunes. As a result of this support, their three children are able to attend school.

As I reflect on my visit with Asenti and Adama, I am impressed by their courage, strength and pride in their farm. And that is something we do share.

Even though their experience is a world away from my family’s large tomato farm in southern Ontario, I also feel the same sense of pride in being a farmer— and being able, as a farmer, to support the work of the Foodgrains Bank so I can assist other farmers like Asenti and Adama in the developing world.

Meeting Asenti and Adama showed me that, when it comes to being a farmer, there may be differences, but there are some powerful similarities, too.

David Epp Ontario Coordinator for Canadian Foodgrains Bank

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Is modern agriculture threatening traditional First Nations herbs and berries?

A Manitoba research study sounds a warning note

By Larry Powell Planet in Peril They call it “The Standing Medicine People Project.”

Researchers from three reserves in south-central Manitoba, Long Plain, Swan Lake and Rolling River, have teamed up with the charity, “Food Matters Manitoba,” (FMM) to conduct the project.

They collected samples of six wild plants which grow there – pin cherry, saskatoon, nannyberry, raspberry, grape and the medicinal herb, wiike (or sweet flag). Indigenous gatherers throughout North America have harvested them traditionally as both food and medicine for centuries. The team submitted the samples to “ALS Laboratory Group,” a certified lab in Winnipeg.

There, they were analyzed for 103 different pesticides and heavy metals.

The lab detected several of those 103 toxins in either the roots, the soil or both. However, most of the readings were well below levels of concern. In other words, the risk of getting sick from environmental contamination is low. And, if certain precautions are taken, the berries and herbs are still considered safe to eat.

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Concerns linger Arsenic, used in farm chemicals and lead batteries, was detected in six out of eight root samples of wiike. Dieldrin, once a farm herbicide, was also found in three samples. (Dieldrin persists in the soil and was banned in Canada in 1984 because of its toxicity to both animals and humans.)

Using a Health Canada formula known as a hazard quotient (HQ), it was determined that average concentrations of contaminants in the wiike samples “exceeded HQ thresholds.”

Nevertheless, the research team concludes gatherers should continue to harvest and eat wiike, but only after taking precautions.

“On average, harvesters should gather wiike from clean areas and use it moderately, brushing off the roots and each should consume no more than 20 grams (half a thumb’s length), per week.”

Wiike grows in woods, marshes and along shorelines. Throughout history, many tribes have dried its roots, either eating them directly or boiling them to make tea. It is a common medicine used to purify blood and many other ailments.

Dieldrin, the toxin detected in wiike, was also found “in significant concentrations” in the nannyberry, grape and pincherry samples. But it only “exceeded the HQ threshold” in a single saskatoon sample. (Saskatoons have been described as the most important fruit for many Canadian tribes, including those on the prairies.)

Two herbicides still in prolific use today were also detected; glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup) and 2,4D. These two chemicals, in particular, were “widespread, having been detected in all soil samples regardless of distance from agricultural areas.” But their concentrations are considered “too low to be significant and well below” that HQ threshold referred to earlier.

Fortunately, contaminants were found only in the roots or soil, none in the fruit itself. Dave Daniels, an elder on Long Plain First Nation, believes he knows why.

“The plant has a mechanism to prevent poisons being transferred into the berries, so they are safe to eat. The long-term impact of pesticides in the ground will eventually diminish the health of the plants. If it persists, the plant wills

intake the chemicals into their system and its health will be severely affected.

As we find now, the closer to agricultural fields, the more leaf damage you have and some of the trees are actually dead. But the further you get away from agricultural fields, the better the quality of the plant.”

Distrust of farming community still lingers For a long time now, members of the three First Nations have suspected that methods used by non-indigenous farmers actually contribute to serious illnesses among their people. Both ground and aerial spraying of pesticides are said to be on the increase, either on crops adjacent to the reserves, or by farmers who lease land right on them. Meanwhile, as the report itself puts it; “Higher incidents of chronic illness, including diabetes and cancer, have led to diminished health and quality of life for many Elders and even young community members.”

Recent statistics are hard to come by. But a study by the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy in 2002 is revealing. It points to particularly poor health outcomes on six reserves in this same general area of southern Manitoba, governed by the Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council.

These include Swan Lake and Long Plain. (No information is available for Rolling River.)

It showed people living there had the highest “premature mortality rate” (PMR) of any Manitobans, aboriginal or not! In other words, they had poorer overall health, a greater number of symptoms, more illnesses and were dying younger than anyone else in the province! The men, for example, were dying, on average, before 65 (compared to 76 for the general population).

Obviously, many things determine the health of individuals and communities. But other points made in the health study are also worth noting in

the context of this story.

Even aboriginals living in northern Manitoba, further away from spray-fields (even further away from major health centres), were healthier. Fewer than five people per thousand of those living within the (northern) Keewatin Tribal Council, for example, were dying prematurely. That figure within the Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council was more than nine. More than six people per thousand living there had amputations relating to diabetes, also the highest rate in the province. And their rates of referral to specialists were the lowest.

Hazards have faced wild plants for decades Back in the ‘90s, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), a division of the United Nations, published a book on how wild plants used by Canada’s indigenous tribes were becoming more “vulnerable to destruction” than ever before.

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Local nurse set to depart for second volunteer trip

By Kira Paterson The Neepawa Banner A nurse who has lived in Neepawa for the past five years is using her skills to help those less fortunate.

Paula Lofamia, originally from the Philippines, is leaving for Africa at the end of the month to volunteer as an operating room (OR) nurse on a Mercy Ship.

Mercy Ships is a global organization that has hospitals on ships that dock at developing countries to provide free health care services to anyone who needs it. The ship Lofamia will be aboard, the Africa Mercy, is docked at Madagascar right now and will be there until June.

Lofamia is leaving on April 27 and will be volunteering on the Africa Mercy from May 1 to 28, then returning to Canada on June 1. This is not the first time that she will be sharing her OR skills with people in need.

She first tried to apply for Mercy Ships in 2013, but there were scheduling conflicts as well as the Ebola virus outbreak that prevented her from going. She still wanted to do a mission trip, so when she heard about another opportunity from co worker who was planning to go on a trip to Honduras, she decided to try that. She applied to go to Honduras with a missions organization called International Health Servi-

ces in 2015. She worked in an OR in Honduras for 18 days in February of 2015, on a urology surgical team.

However, she still hoped to be able to volunteer with Mercy Ships eventually.

It was her fiance who convinced her to go on the trip now, Lofamia explained. “I have met this guy and he asked me if I have something in my mind and in my heart that I want to do, that I really want to do in this lifetime. And I said I have that Africa Mercy Ships trip that I really wanted to do,” she said. “So one day he told me to ‘start your application and we’ll do everything so that you can do this Africa Mercy Ships trip before we plan ahead about anything.’”

Lofamia has many reasons for wanting to do this trip. “It’s just a different setting. It’s a hospital ship, which, I don’t think they have that in any other places. It’s exciting to be in a different hospital setting.

It’s the same, it’s a hospital, but it’s in a different form.

It’s a floating hospital,” she began.

Then she shared what she was most looking forward to about the trip.

“Meeting new people... and being in a setting where you will be working with people from all over the world, because this is a hospital run by volunteers. And it’s also a different environment,

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You are there because you choose to, you volunteer and you’re not expecting something in return,” she explained. “Although, for me, I view it as, I am not just extending help, I am learning and I am gaining more than what I am giving,” she added.

Another reason is that she hopes other people will become interested in volunteering when they see what she’s doing. “I want to be a person that will create curiosity in other people. That they will be aware that there are places like this, there is need like

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Once she does her Mercy Ships trip, Lofamia said that she would like to go back to Honduras. If a new opportunity came up to volunteer somewhere else, she

said she would do that too.

However, she has plans a little closer to home as well.

She and a friend from her church, the International Worship Centre, have been talking about how they can get people interested in mission trips. “Encouraging people to have a heart for volunteering,” she said, was something that she and her friend were brainstorming.

Getting youth involved in missions is something very important to Lofamia.

She is involved in a local youth group called Uprising Neepawa Youth. It is a group of between 20 and 25 kids ages 13 to 20 that meet every Friday to share their interests, talents and experiences. “If the young people will not be concerned, will not be curious, will not be willing to participate in things like what I am doing now... the world will be in trouble,” she stressed.

“So getting them involved... getting them aware of the need, the drive to volunteer, understanding that giving a helping hand is important, [if] we will not be introducing that to the young ones, this world will be in trouble. I think that’s very important.”

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Lofamia moved to Canada from the Philippines in 2010 and started working in Neepawa just over a year after that. She took her nursing education in the Philippines and was an ophthalmic nurse for three years before she moved to Canada. Initially, she wanted to be a doctor, so she took her nursing as preparation for medical school. However, she found that she enjoyed nursing and knew that going for further schooling would cost a lot of money, so she stuck with nursing. In Neepawa, she started off at Country Meadows Personal Care Home and now she works as a nurse at the Neepawa Hospital.

Lofamia is trying to raise funds to help cover the cost of her Mercy Ships trip. She has a page on the Mercy Ships website, where anyone can donate.

Her goal is to raise $6,000 and so far she has just over $4,100. The address to the web page to donate to her is http://mercyships.donorpages.com/ MERCYGIFTS/PaulaLynLofamia/ and donors can be named or remain anonymous, as well as leave comments with their donation.

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By Allison Beaumont Belles, Beaux & Builders 4-H Our 4-H members have been busy public speaking, attending area events, finishing projects and books for achievement.

For public speaking, we started at club level on Feb. 8. It was fun watching all the presentations.

Good job to all speakers! The winners went to zones on March 6 in Neepawa (Trent, Claire

T., Ella, Rhea, Claire B., Allison B. and Wyatt). The winning speakers went to the South Parkland Communications night on March 11 in Hamiota to represent our club (Trent, Claire T., Claire B., and Allison). Allison won first in the Cloverbud one person visual presentation. Our club was well represented by confident speakers.

Some of the members have been curling at 4-H bonspiels and went to the Brandon Fair for 4-H day.

Delanie and Robyn went to the winter weekend adventure in February.

Achievement night will be May 2 at NACI in the evening. Everyone is invited to come and see our projects and hear about our journey through 4-H.

Allison Beaumont (above left) and Ida Holm (above right and pictured holding bunny) attended the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair in Brandon on 4-H day, which w a s T u e s d a y, March 29.

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Local trustee recognized for 20 years of service

By Kira Paterson The Neepawa Banner The Manitoba School Boards Association honoured a local long-time school board trustee at their annual convention in Winnipeg last month. On March 18, Ray Kulbacki received recognition for 20 years of service as a trustee for Beautiful Plains School Division (BPSD).

When Kulbacki first ran for a position on the BPSD board of trustees, he had kids in school and now he

has grandkids going to school. “I was just interested in the kids,” he noted, adding that he wanted to “see what all you can do for the kids” and see that they get the best education.

Over the years, he said that “there have been a lot of changes in the way education is delivered.” But the changes have been good, he added. Most of the staff and people involved have changed since Kulbacki has

been there as well.

The next election for school trustees will be in 2018, and Kulbacki said that he thinks he wants to be done after this term is over. He’s been at it for a long time and he added, “I think the division is in good hands.”

“There has been a lot of changes since I’ve been on the board. I’ve found it very interesting and I’ve enjoyed it,” Kulbacki concluded.

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Ken Cameron (left), MSBA President presenting the award for 20 years as a school board trustee to Ray Kulbacki.

Care must be taken to protect native species Continued from page 6 “Modern practices of clear-cut logging, strip mining, open range livestock production and large-scale agriculture have drastically depleted the extent of natural habitats and the plants and animals living within them.

“Urban expansion, industrial development, widespread use of herbicides and insecticides on forests and farmlands and the introduction of aggressive weeds and animal pests have taken a further toll on native plant and animal resources. Because of all these pressures on wild biological populations, extreme care must be taken to conserve and maintain natural habitats and native species.”

Daniels can testify to those conclusions. He also helped co-ordinate an earlier study on the same Manitoba reserves in 2012. It included berries not tested in this latest phase; chokecherries, Indian bread root, cranberries and hawthorns. It observed declines in the overall “abundance, quality, taste, potency and general appearance” of all of them.

Not many people harvest the wild fruit and herbs any more. But those who do are now being urged to be even more cautious; to stay way from spray-fields or other places where chemicals are more likely to be used - busy roadways, hydro lines and places where fuel might spill, like boat launches.

But there’s no doubt all of this presents challenges.

“Communities are moving from a traditional sharing economy to one that is more market based and individualistic,” states the report. And, in order to salvage traditional ways, “Community members must travel further and further outside of their community to gather foods and medicines. The distance increases the cost and reduces overall access. And, with less access, youth do not receive as much hands-on learning about those same plants.”

Meanwhile, Daniels says his Chief and band council on Long Plain are drafting zoning changes to accomodate “safe zones where gatherers can have assurance that their traditional plants will be safe to consume.” He believes Swan Lake and Rolling River are doing the same.

Larry Powell is a veteran journalist specializing in agriculture and environment. He lives in Neepawa, where he publishes PlanetInPeril.ca

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Touchwood received donation

Banner and advertisers support Palliative Care

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On April 11, RBC Dominion Securities, an affiliate RBC Financial Group and partner with RBC Royal Bank Neepawa, donated $2,000 to Touchwood Park.

Arleigh Wilson of Touchwood Park said that the donation may be used for some of Touchwood’s day program activities that the clients participate in or to go towards renovations to the group homes the organization has in town. The community members and RBC clients that initiated the donation were Merv and Barb Bohn. Pictured from left are Terry Burgess, Manitoba West RBC Regional Vice President, Dwane Brosseau, Investment Advisor RBC Dominion Securities, Arleigh Wilson of Touchwood and Kerri MacPherson, Neepawa RBC Branch Manager.

Search underway for Open Farm Day hosts Submitted The Neepawa Banner Manitoba Association of Agricultural Societies (MAAS) wants your farm or agriculture site to be part of the seventh annual Open Farm Day. The MAAS mandate is to promote the agricultural industry in Manitoba.

Open Farm Day is an opportunity for Manitobans to meet local farmers and tour a number of agriculture sites and venues and learn more about Manitoba’s diverse agriculture industry. It’s also a chance for farmers interested in direct marketing to connect with new customers.

“This year, we want your farm along with your agriculture knowledge to aid us in connecting the farm to our food. Plan to be part of that connection by signing up for Open Farm Day, set for Sunday, Sept. 18,” stated Annette Young, MAAS Chairperson.

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On April 12, John Drinkwater of the Neepawa Banner presented a cheque to Mary Ellen Clark, of Neepawa and Area Palliative Care. The cheque represented a portion of the sales from the Banner’s Cancer Awareness spread, which ran in the April 1 paper.

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Book examines Neepawa’s hockey heritage

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The history of minor hockey in Neepawa is being explored in a new book. Rick Sparling, who previously authored The History of Public School Hockey in Neepawa, is researching a new work titled Amateur Hockey in Neepawa: A Scrapbook. The book, which is near completion, is filled with articles, photographs and stories about local teams, players and trophies from 1894 until 1989.

For Sparling, this exploration of Neepawa’s minor hockey heritage started from all the information he received while working on his other book.

“I started [The History of Public School Hockey in Neepawa] and ended up getting 150 pictures from various people that played in the system. From there, I got so many more stories and newspaper articles and things like that, [the book] ended up being about 300 pages and there was so much more to share,” noted Sparling. “This book will be approximately 700 pages and it’s everything that is related just with minor hockey in Neepawa. [The stories and pictures] came from little pieces and bits found in trunks and albums and storage places and pulls it all together into one place. It really is the history of hockey in Neepawa.”

Sparling said that gathering the information together has been a bit easier because of his experience of the first book and the contacts he made during that process.

He added, however, that while it was a bit easier, it was still very time consuming.

“Right now, there are at least 500 hours of effort in this book, researching it, finding the information and it’s not finished yet,” said Sparling. “I’ve ended up contacting people and have been, for the most part, able to get every championship team that played in Neepawa.

I have their pictures with their names in it, from the early 1900’s I guess, and up. There’s lots of newspaper clippings, trailing them from their first play-off game up until the final game. There are also stories. There’s going to be a lot more people mentioned in this book than in the first book.”

For those who were not a part of the Neepawa’s minor hockey history, Sparling stressed that there are still many unique stories that will keep them interested.

“There’s a few stories about people. Unique things like people sneaking into the rink on off days. There’s one story about Wilf Jackson playing in Altona and when he looked down in the box he was flabbergasted in what he saw there,” noted Sparling, with a chuckle. “It’s an

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Author Rick Sparling stands in front of some of Neepawa’s hockey history on display at the Yellowhead Centre with an advanced reading copy of his new book, Amateur Hockey in Neepawa: A Scrapbook. amusing story that’s just one of the many anecdotes about all the adventures that come about.”

The search for some difficult to find information is ongoing for Sparling. He said there are a few specific items that are still being pursued “One item we’re looking for is a picture of the 1953 Roxy team uniform. Those were sweaters donated by Roxy Hamilton. He lived in Winnipeg at that time, but kept track of Neepawa and ended up buying sweaters for a team after reading about how ratty and worn out they were. And they called [the hockey team] the Neepawa Roxys. More details of the story are in the book, but if someone has a picture, that’s one of the things I’m searching for,” said Sparling.

“There are also trophies that still need to be accounted for. The Clint Bennest Memorial Trophy for bantam B.B., the H. Mummery Memorial Trophy, which was for bantam

Killarney Shamrocks win provincial championship

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The Killarney Shamrocks of the Tiger Hills Hockey League have won the 2016 Manitoba Senior ‘A’ Provincial Championship. The Shamrocks earned the title with a 9-4 win over the Lac du Bonnet Blues, the Manitoba Senior Hockey League champions, on Sunday, Apr. 10 at the MTS Iceplex in Winnipeg.

A.B., the Toby Sexsmith memorial trophy for midget B. There’s the E.A Gilroy memorial trophy, which was for juvenile B and the McDiarmid Shield, that was the intermediate trophy. If anyone has details on tracking those items down or pictures, I’d like to talk with them.”

If anyone does have pictures or information related to minor hockey prior to 1989, or is simply interested in pre-ordering a copy of the book, they can contact Sparling via email at rickbarb@shaw.ca. As for the official release of the book, Sparling expects that will occur later this year, a little closer to the start of the hockey season. Arrangements are being made to have a book launch at the Neepawa Public Library. The exact date and time will be announced later this year. The price tag for the book is estimated at $39.99, with all book sales profits going to the Beautiful Plains Museum in memory of the late Allan Drysdale.

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Neepawa Natives hire new coach

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner A familiar name to many fans of the Neepawa Natives is taking over as the team’s new bench boss. The Junior ‘A’ club confirmed on Tuesday, Apr. 12 that Dustin Howden will be the team’s new head coach for the 2016-2017 Manitoba Junior Hockey League season. Howden, who has served as an assistant coach for the past two seasons, has signed a three year deal with the organization.

In a press release, Neepawa general manager Myles Cathcart noted that team is excited to have Howden step up into the head coaching position. “[Howden] believes in the development of players to the next level, which is important to our organization. He is a very good hockey mind and will challenge the players to be the best they can be each and every time they step onto the ice,” said Cathcart. “He also has strong community ties, a passion for the game and exerts lots

of energy for the greater success of the organization. He has been very good for the organization for the past two years and it is an opportunity for him to run the bench as the head coach.”

In a media statement released by the organization earlier this week, Howden said he embraces the challenges of moving into the head coaching position and relishes the opportunity.

“This is a great opportunity for me. The game of hockey and coaching has always been a passion. The Neepawa Natives have always been a team that friends and family have played for over the years. It is a storied franchise with a cultural identity that has seen a lot of great hockey players wear the jersey during the team’s history.

It is time for the next chapter to begin,” said Howden.

As for who will step into the role of assistant coach for the upcoming MJHL season, the Neepawa Natives are still reviewing a list of worthy applicants. No timeline for a decision has been released.

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Dustin Howden steps into the head coaching role for the Neepawa Natives for the 2016-2017 MJHL season.

Terriers goalie wins MJHL Player of the Week Nathan Park has been a big part of Portage’s success during its playoff run. That effort has been singled out with a player of the week honour.

Submitted MJHL Media Release Portage Terriers’ goaltender Nathan Park proved unbeatable in the net, earning him this week’s Manitoba Junior Hockey League Recycle Everywhere Player of the Week.

Park, 20, recorded two wins for the Terriers, who are defending their MJHL championship against the Steinbach Pistons.

Park, who hails from Edmonton, sported a spectacular goals against average of 0.50 and save percentage of .977. One of his wins was a shutout effort.

The runners up for player of the week were 18 year old forward Mackenzie Graham of the Steinbach Pistons and 20 year old forward Brad Bowles of the Portage Terriers.

As for the MJHL final, as of the Neepawa Banner’s publication deadline, the Portage Terriers held a two games to zero lead over the Steinbach Pistons in the

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Manitoba Votes 2016 Riding Mountain April 19, 2016 T Constituency Candidates questioned, give comments Rapid City candidates’ forum

By Sheila Runions Banner Staff A provincial election is set for Manitoba on Tuesday, April 19 and on Tuesday, April 5, Rapid City’s chamber of commerce hosted a candidate’s evening. The Green Party accepted Mark Olenick’s registration on March 25 so considering he had only 10 days to prepare vs. three months the Liberal and PC candidates have had, he provided excellent answers. The atmosphere was positive, due in part to the NDP candidate of Winnipeg being unable to attend. Approximately 65 people attended the two hour debate.

Opening remarks Candidates were given two minutes for opening and closing remarks and one minute to answer questions. Jordan Fleury (Liberal) said the past 75 days he’s spent significant time on the “campaign trail getting up close and personal; I have a very personal approach, very grassroots. I hope you consider our Liberal platform and policies.”

Greg Nesbitt (Progressive Conservative) gave some personal background, stating, “I have lived in Shoal Lake since 1968, finishing high school in 1975 and purchasing my first newspaper in 1977. For nearly 40 years, I have lived, volunteered, worked and invested in business opportunities in the constituency. Manitoba needs a new government with fresh energy and new ideas. Manitoba’s PC team has been gathering your thoughts and ideas on how we can better move our province forward.”

Priority projects The first question was regarding the “priority projects your party would pursue for this area.”

None answered that question effectively by listing specific projects in specific towns; they spoke in general terms. Liberals plan to direct one per cent of our provincial sales tax to municipalities on a per capita basis; therefore, he would give “in excess of $32,000-$33,000 to each municipality in the con-

stituency” to spend where they see fit. Olenick’s party “plans to move to a more green economy, stop farmland draining, cut red tape for organic farmers” and to implement their Guaranteed Annual Income Plan (GAIP) “for seniors and low-income families with kids.” Nesbitt considers health care “most important” in the Riding Mountain constituency and cited PC’s commitment to “1,200 new beds in eight years,” a recruit/retain program and “moving the Minnedosa/Neepawa hospital forward.”

Education The second question was to know each party’s plan to enhance education. PCs will “increase bursaries to $6.75 million for university and we’ll partner with the private sector for another $20 million. Our kids are the lowest nationally in English language arts, math and science. Reading is a big part of education and we’ll have reading assessment teams. Education starts in the early grades and our Read to Succeed program will have Grade 3 students reading at a national level or higher.” Fleury believes a “lack of communication in the province affects people the most.” His party will “set up an education round table with forwardthinking movement from stakeholders in the education community, including child care educators.”

Olenick said, “Manitoba Green Party has a strong policy proposal to remove education tax off property tax onto general income tax. We are the only province to fund education through property tax; a better tax system will provide a better education system for all schools in our province.”

Health care The third question was regarding party plans to create better health care.

Olenick expects to “save money through preventative care rather than focus on acute care. Through our GAIP, we’ll keep people out of homes and institutions.

We propose a 20 per cent tax on sugary foods in schools and convenience stores to use to preventa-

tive education and child dental care. Right now, only four cents per dollar is used on prevention.”

Fleury will “look at unoccupied spaces, whether clients or staffing levels.

We need to look at needing three hospitals in a 100 kilometre radius, who are all looking for the same doctors and patients. We need to train and retain staff. We can fill our hospitals but they need staff; why not run our hospitals as training centres?” Nesbitt’s party will “reduce ambulance fees in half by the first year. We need to recruit sufficient doctors to have on-call so there’s not as much frustration which ultimately leads to them leaving; Manitoba has the worst doctor retention rate in Canada. We need to share services moving forward and share facilities, to take pressure off some facilities. We will work with stakeholder and grassroots people to help us make decisions.”

Infrastructure All three men supported a question about highway infrastructure extending its scope to repair Hwy. 24.

They all understand it has been “neglected,” is “terrible” and that “consistent upkeep” is needed.

A query regarding the inability to access cairns because of closed approaches/removed roads was surprising news to the candidates. They all agreed local history is important and would work to see those sites would once again have suitable access.

Seniors Then came questions about seniors, decreasing the amount they pay in school tax and affordable housing. Fleury said, “Seniors are a high priority on the Liberal platform; that’s our message with free ambulance rides and a dedicated stroke unit. We have unoccupied Manitoba Housing homes, maybe we can look at those for seniors.” Olenick said, “Greens plan to end senior poverty; GAIP is a strong way to fix the problem.

GAIP amounts to two per cent increased spending money in your pocket, and to all Manitobans, to spend wherever you want.

Empty [Housing] homes should not be allowed.”

Nesbitt said, “The function of any good government is to take care of its seniors.

We want to look at the debt in Manitoba; we can’t promise anything until we look at the books. We have a $700 million deficit per year, but we do promise to reduce the PST to seven per cent. An average family here pays $4,000 more per year than a Saskatchewan family does in tax. The number of people in Manitoba making $100,000 per year who lived in subsidized housing also needs to be looked at.”

Business investment Someone wanted to know how they plan to “create new revenue without additional taxation?”

Nesbitt would “encourage business of all sizes” to the province, which would “once again be open for business. There’s too much red tape now for businesses to set up here.

Once we look at the books, we’ll know where to cut and will have new revenue.” Fleury thinks new revenue will come from “new partnerships. New opportunities exist with the four Hutterite colonies and four reserves in Riding Mountain. They are under federal jurisdiction and if a community project is approved by municipal or provincial governments, they don’t have to involve colonies and Nations in the decision process. We should create partnerships with them…. we have become complacent.” Olenick’s party will “support and invest in local business, not big corporations.

The more we localize the economy, the more it will grow and provide jobs for people to aspire to.”

A similar query was how to inspire businesses to invest in Riding Mountain Constituency in the next four years of their term.

Fleury plans to “phase out and eliminate small business tax and look at the small tax threshold, which has been an deterrent to outside stakeholders.” Nesbitt “pledged to provide more venture capital, look at promoting trade in western Manitoba to Canada and the world and reduce untenderred contracts so all businesses have the ability to tender.”

Olenick will “encourage environmental and sus-

tainable business and food markets and avoid importing and exporting what our local economy produces.”

Supports The men were questioned about mental health issues in the province.

Olenick acknowledged it is a “potentially damaging issue”; Fleury thinks those “services should be in broad spectrum health because it’s more than a physical disability”; Nesbitt believes “residents of rural Manitoba should have access the same as in the city. We’d work with mental health workers to answer the issue.”

Young families wanted to know about better pay for early childhood educators, increased daycare space or incentives for those parenting at home.

Fleury suggested the PST rebate could be “kicked back to the infrastructure fund; we don’t have the money to pay $22-$25 per hour like they do in Brandon or Winnipeg.”

Olenick would “seek to further focus on children through education and the Child and Family Services system, which is more of an issue. We have a strong focus on universal child care which is publicly funded and available to all.” Nesbitt agreed teachers of the young “should be paid more, but we also have to look at the situation to get paid what they deserve. When we raise the basic personal exemption and end bracket creep, this will put more money back into family hands.”

Budget cuts The candidates were asked about budget cuts.

Greens will do “nothing.

We’ll have a balanced budget to reduce subsidies, tax dividends and nonrefundable tax for single collection.” Liberals are “not looking to set aside a new budget, but money will be found in the one per cent PST reduction.”

PCs will make “no immediate cuts. We need to look at the books to balance them, that’s why we haven’t made a lot of spending announcements.

We will audit departments that are top-heavy and will find efficiencies there, but we’ll protect the front-line workers.”

Sports The final question of the evening regarded sports and how the parties would “enable low income children to participate.” Liberals will “eliminate PST on sporting goods and make more effective use of parks and recreation.”

Greens would “accomplish this with GAIP; single families will get a 23 per cent increase after their tax income, which is an important factor in equalizing this for all children.”

Nesbitt spouted no policy; he simply said PCs “should look at this to make sure no child is excluded from sport.”

To close Olenick said, “More than ever there’s a push for change in our province and a sustainable economy which doesn’t ride on oil sands. Give the Green Party a chance. Give James Beddome, the Manitoba Green Party leader, a chance in office. Give me a chance and I will actively support all these programs with better legislation from a young, active community.”

Fleury’s final comment was a pledge to personally reply to any contact received through phone or email. “We are all looking for change, you won’t be left alone. I won’t be flabbergasted about anything.

I want you to see me as a family man, not a Liberal.

I have a vested interest in helping people and I’m willing to put my neck out there for that. Just remember, I’m not a Liberal, I’m a family man.”

Nesbitt left the crowd with these final thoughts: “Manitoba values will be at the heart of a new Progressive Conservative government. We will restore Manitobans trust in government by bringing in Manitoba’s first open government bill which will establish new, higher standards for transparency, accountability and MLA ethics, with open contracting procedures. A new PC government will bring back common sense. Like all Manitobans, a new PC government values teamwork.

I promise to work hard on behalf of residents of Riding Mountain, bringing a new voice for a compassionate, responsible and trustworthy government for all Manitobans.”

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Manitoba Votes 2016 April 19, 2016 T Name: Eileen Clarke Home: Gladstone Party: Progressive Conservative Answer: I’m excited to be one of the 57 professional and engaged Progressive Conservative candidates who are ready to get to work on April 20. I believe in the potential of our province and I have been meeting with and listening to the residents of Agassiz. We want Manitoba to become the most improved province in Canada by the end of our first term. The most improved in health care, education, financial security, prosperity and government trust and accountability.

I will use the knowledge and experience that I have acquired while operating my business and eight years in municipal government. As the VicePresident of the Association of Manitoba Municipalities, I spent four years listening to the issues and concerns of all municipalities and working hard on their behalf. I commit to the same level of energy and responsibility to the residents of Agassiz and the province of Manitoba. I was instrumental in the past in accessing funding approved in the RM of Westbourne project through the Canada Building Fund rural water pipelines as well as funding for the MacGregor Assisted Living Facility. I’ve been working on behalf of rural and urban municipalities and I know and understand the issues they face. I’ve sat on several provincial and federal committees and I’m respected for my grass

roots approach. I’m well prepared to move to the next level of government and I’m respected in the political world for my concern and compassion for seniors and those who are not able to speak for themselves.

In the role of an MLA, I know there are many issues beyond what are being identified in this campaign that are urgent and priorities for many.

• I stand for trust – it’s time for a government that people can trust the commitments they have made and believe in a Better Plan and a Better Future for all Manitobans.

• I stand for compassion; there are many residents in Manitoba who are suffering physically, emotionally and financially. That has to be taken into consideration when important decisions are made by government.

• I believe in inclusion; that means I consult with residents and stakeholders in Agassiz when there are changes to be made in legislation and regulation. I will represent all people and I will be a strong voice for Agassiz.

• I believe in teamwork and that’s what the PC Party built on. Together with other stakeholders, we will find new ideas for better governance on your behalf.

• I believe in common sense decisions and taking into consideration the long term effects of these decisions. Manitoba needs a change. We need to get Manitoba back on track.

Answers to this week’s question from Green Party candidate Robert Smith, and NDP candidate Courtney Lucas weren’t available by print deadline.

Name: Robert F. Smith Home: Edrans Party: Green Party Question: What do you think needs to be done in the short term (1-2 years) and long term (over 2 years) to address the issues of health service erosion? (week 2) Answer: The only solution to the doctor shortage and the resulting service erosion at our local hospitals is the greater use of nurse practitioners.

They could assist the doctors with minor illnesses, thus allowing the doctors to focus on more serious illness or emergency care!

Society expectations need to (no must), change. We, the people need to accept personal responsibility for our own health care. Maybe if we paid a user fee, we would understand health care is not free.

It costs our Manitoba Government a major part of all provincial taxes collected.

In the long term, health care starts with a better diet, more exercise and a pre-

ventative health care plan created specifically for each and every individual. The society expectations need to change. We need to accept personal responsibility for our own healthy living.

You do not fix a problem with drugs that only address the symptoms. The cause needs to be determined, what is really making you sick and requiring the drug medication. Maybe a lifestyle change needs to happen.

Living in rural Manitoba far away from a major health provider, in an emergency, we must drive half way to town to meet an ambulance if we expect emergency services for a seriously sick or injured person in 30 minutes. That would likely be 50 minutes or more to the major hospital, but you would have to break the posted speed limit.

Question: Why should you represent Agassiz constituency in the Legislature?

Name: Damian Dempsey Home: Arden Party: Independent Answer: The person elected to represent Agassiz on April 19 should be just that—a representative for this riding, not necessarily the representative of a major party here. Many area residents I have visited with feel their concerns and issues have been marginalized or ignored by whatever party has been in power. As Winston Churchill said, “Some will sacrifice principle for party,” not because they set out to, but because they must do that to remain in the good graces of their party.

We in Agassiz dutifully pay our taxes, vote for one party or another, maybe even pay party dues, but our needs for fair education funding, small business stimulus, improvements in infrastructure and more health care services/facilities go unmet. Don’t get me wrong: the Agassiz MLA will need to work with the party in power, but we need a voice for a local agenda promoting our interests and needs. I think I offer both an equal vote with all other MLAs as well as the ability to put forward policy that will move Agassiz forward.

I chose to settle here as an adult and brought my family here to raise. We bought a farm and worked it, increasing the size and the cattle herd over the years. I bring a pioneering spirit to my work, always doing my best and then some, looking to find a better way to do things. My kids attended elementary school in Arden and I saw the small local school closed down after expensive upgrades were made just the year previous. I have seen taxes on my farmland continue to rise to pay for an education budget that keeps rising but doesn’t offer results for students and

My wife, Karen, and I understand other people’s concern of being half an hour or more from the nearest first aid and emergency care.

For our own personal experience our family doctor is in Brandon so when our second son was diagnosed with asthma, we needed to make three emergency trips before he was given an inhaler to use.

Question: What is your opinion on the current taxation structure, do you think any modifications should be made? (week 3) Answer: We need (no we must) change our present taxation structure, because it is unfair!

It is unfair to the average citizen with a lower income and it is unfair to the small farmer.

When they own land and buildings on

doesn’t support teachers well enough. The solution is not simple, but there needs to be a better way and innovative thinking is required. Our rural areas have lost health care services and staff, while our population continues to grow with young families and seniors. We pay to import doctors from other countries, but openings in Canadian medical schools are few for our aspiring students. We can’t just keep throwing more money at these problems; we need to be wiser about how our dollars are spent and listen to the stakeholders as we address issues and target spending. We need a farmer’s conservative eye as we decide how to spend those hardearned tax dollars in our province.

I am not afraid to take definitive positions. In my experience as chairman of the local farmers’ association back in England and on committees I have participated in here, I make my opinions known and am always prepared to support them. In this campaign, my stance on getting a new regional hospital built at Neepawa is one example. I am not prepared to stand by, or simply be at the table, as our health services erode and infrastructure crumbles. I am prepared to listen to others and work together for the good of the province, but not to let our riding’s needs be ignored any longer.

As MLA, I would support policies that reward hard work and enterprise, but I also value a society that is compassionate and caring, where everyone is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. My priorities are health care, education and infrastructure. I am against waste and in favour of a balanced budget. I believe these are your values and priorities too. If you agree, vote Damian Dempsey for MLA.

which they are taxed by Municipal Governments and School Boards; not on their profits or disposable income, but on the assessed value of their land and buildings. Then after they pay their taxes both the average citizen and small farmers are forgotten by both school trustees and the municipal councils.

The councils are focused on their own issues that cater to large farmer, industry that supports public infrastructure built for larger trucks that take product to and from large farms and industry and then municipal councils forget about all the other roads.

The school board is dominated by influence of teachers, principals; superintendent; Manitoba Teacher Society and Public Unions like CUPE. The problems are even larger at the provincial level because so many exceptions and loop holes that cater to the rich, who own stocks and bonds and who have capital gains that should be taxed.

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Obituary Dr. William Gerald Graham

Dr. William Gerald Graham died peacefully at home on April 2, 2016 with his family by his side. Gerald is survived by his wife, Freida; three sons, Shawn (Natalie), Craig (Vienna), and Scott (Cindy); grandchildren Orla, Pierce, and Conall; his sister Irene Steen of Winnipeg, and brothers Ross of Saskatoon and Mervin of Neepawa and their wives Judy and Joyce; and his sisters-in-law Jean Gies and Dorothy Lucas of Toronto and Elizabeth “Betty” Potter of Montreal (deceased). He was preceded in death by his youngest brother Max (Lois) of Virden, Manitoba. Gerald was born on July 17, 1933 in a farmhouse outside of Birnie, Manitoba to parents Orville and Elsie Graham. Gerald had fond memories of his time on the farm and the close-knit farming community. He graduated from Brandon University in 1955 with a degree in Geology and from the University of Alberta in 1960 with a degree in Dentistry. He married Freida, whom Gerald met at the University of Alberta, in 1960. He then practiced dentistry in Minnedosa. While there Gerald and Freida made many friends and were involved in sports, church, and local civic organizations. Their 3 sons were born in Minnedosa. In 1972 the family moved to Calgary.

Gerald along with his dental partner Dr. Phil Greeves continued their Dental practice in Calgary. They worked together for over 30 years and remained life-long friends.

Gerald treasured his family, friends, and the numerous gatherings with them in his home. He was thrilled at the births of his grandchildren and loved spending time with them. He enjoyed sports and was an active member of the Varsity Tennis Club and the Calgary Winter Club.

As Gerald neared retirement in 2000 he developed an interest in slo-pitch baseball and track & field. He was an accomplished athlete in both Senior Slo-Pitch and the Canadian Masters and competed in many events throughout Canada and the United States. Gerald also enjoyed travelling and after retiring from dentistry he and Freida traveled throughout the world often in the company of longtime friends. A celebration of his life is scheduled from 1 to 4 pm, on Sunday April 17, 2016 at The Calgary Winter Club (4611 14th Street NW, Calgary). In lieu of flowers, Gerald had suggested a donation to the Salvation Army or a charity of your choice. The family wishes to thank Gerald's extended family, friends, neighbours, and caregivers for their care and dedication.

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NEEPAWA NATIVES Junior A Hockey Club season tickets, earlybird price $199; coupon books (over $700 in value), $20; 2015-16 hockey card sets, limited number still available from the second printing, $10. Available at the Neepawa Banner, 243 Hamilton St. 9a.m.-4p.m. _____________________ 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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Obituary of Henry Loewen Henry F. Loewen of Neepawa, MB, aged 70 years, passed away peacefully with family by his side on March 25, 2016 at the Neepawa Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born May 10, 1945 to Cornelius and Elizabeth Loewen.

Henry accepted the Lord as his personal Saviour and was baptized on June 21, 1959.

When he was 26 years old, he married Rosalyn Friesen on April 22, 1972. They lived in Selkirk, MB for the first two years of their marriage, and then moved to Fisher Branch, MB. They lived there until 1990 and then moved to Neepawa where they resided at the time of his death.

Henry enjoyed many years of working to provide for his family. This included carpentry, growing crops, raising cattle, and producing honey.

He was always very active in serving in his local church, using his many talents for the Lord. In 2002, Henry was ordained as a minister, and served faithfully in that leadership role until his health failed.

We as a family appreciate the loving, Christian example that Dad has left for us to follow. His positive attitude, and love for the Lord will always be remembered.

He took a special interest in the day to day events of his children and grandchildren, and was ready to encourage those he came in contact with.

After he was diagnosed with cancer in 2010, and was unable to travel and visit others as he would have liked, he instead spent many hours on the phone, spreading cheer to numerous friends and family.

He was predeceased by his father and mother, two brothers, three sisters, and one granddaughter.

He is survived by his second mother, Mary Loewen of Neepawa, MB and five brothers and four sisters.

He will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by his loving wife Rosalyn and his children: Floyd & Maria Loewen, Cheryl and Steve Plett, Shannon & Alan Plett, Lyle &Rachel Loewen, Dale & Sarah Loewen, and twenty-two grandchildren, all of the Neepawa Area.

We as a family would like to thank everyone for all the love and support you have given us in prayer, bringing food, phone calls, visits, and so on.

We also want to thank Dr. Poettcker and the staff of Neepawa Hospital for all the exceptional care given.

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BEST PRICES IN MANITOBA: Kids/Adults/ATV/ Dirt Bikes/Dune Buggies/ UTVs. 110 ATVs $849, 125 Dirt Bikes $899, 125 Dune Buggies $1,799 (check out our ad on www.kijiji.ca) (Go to manitoba-brandon110ATVs). Ph 204-724-4372

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2 year old Black Angus bulls, reasonably prices, built to last. Call 204-447-5402 _____________________ Polled Hereford yearling bulls. Vern Kartanson. Ph 204-867-2627 or cell 204867-7315

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Obituary Russell Law Russell Cyril Law passed away, on Friday, April 1, 2016 at the McCreary Personal Care Home in McCreary, Manitoba.

Russell was born on January 8, 1933 in the McCreary Municipality. He was the son of Reginald and Emily Law and was the youngest in a family of 10 children.

He grew up on the family farm, south of McCreary and attended Mountain Eve school. After he left school, he worked on the farm. It was often hard physical work but he enjoyed farm life and he certainly enjoyed being close to his family.

In 1956, at the age of 23, he worked for 6 months at a radar base at Bird, Manitoba, north of Gillam. However, after that, he came back home and took up farm work once again.

When his parents moved into McCreary, Russell and brother Norman took over the farm and continued working there for many years until they retired in 1994.

Russell was very sports-minded. He played baseball and fastball with the team from Reeve and he was their coach for several years. In the winter, he enjoyed curling.

In later years, he enjoyed playing slow-pitch and snooker. He loved a good game of cards anytime.

He especially enjoyed opportunities to get together with family and friends at reunions and community events or even over a coffee at the local cafe.

Russell was predeceased by his parents Reg and Emily, his brothers: Orval, Jack, Clarence, Len, Harold and his sisters Merle (Newman) and Viola (Marciski). He is survived by his sister Dora Buchanan of Regina, Saskatchewan, brother Norman Law of McCreary, sister-inlaw Gladys Law and brother-in-law Emil Marciski both of McCreary as well as many nephews, nieces and their families as well as by many friends.

Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 from Knox United Church in McCreary, MB with Rita Friesen officiating. Interment followed in McCreary Municipal Cemetery in McCreary, MB. Pallbearers were Randy Law, Donnie Law, Kirby Law, Kevin Scott, Darren Walker, Kenny Buchanan. Eulogy was given by Dale Marciski.

Should friends so desire, donations may be made in memory of Russell to the Alzheimer's Society of Manitoba or to a charity of one's choice.

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ALLAN HEBER HOCKIN GLADYS ANN HOCKIN Nov. 29, 1933 February 23, 1935 On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 On Wednesday, April 6, 2016 Allan Hockin of Gladstone, Ann Hockin (nee Clow) of MB passed away at the Gladstone, MB passed age of 82. away at the age of 81.

Allan and Ann will be missed by their children, Janet Shewchuk, JoAnn Cisyk (Loren) and Blair Hockin (Jacquie); grandchildren Amy Cisyk (Diego Mendoza), Jeff Cisyk, Zachary Hockin, Cassidy Hockin, Braden Shewchuk and Briann Shewchuk; Ann’s brother Bill Clow (Dawna); nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous friends.

Allan’s only sibling, Elsie Graham, passed away in 2014.

Allan predeceased his wife, Ann, of 57 years by 23 hours.

Together in life, they are now together in heaven.

Allan was born in Neepawa; Ann was born in Boissevain, growing up in Minnedosa. She graduated from Dauphin’s Nursing School and started her career in Neepawa where they met and were married two years later on September 17, 1958.

Allan’s career at MacLeod’s started in Neepawa, and took them to Winnipeg, Virden, throughout Manitoba and Saskatchewan and ultimately to Gladstone where they settled in 1963 and raised their family. There they owned and operated the Macleod’s store. Ann worked in the hospital and later as the Public Health Nurse for Seven Regions Health Centre conducting prenatal classes, infant and wellness programs, immunization clinics and travelled extensively throughout the region providing health related services to remote communities and shut-ins. Allan sold the hardware store and later worked as Parts Manager for Reid’s Garage and then for Mayor Equipment. They both retired in 1997.

Ann and Allan were committed to the small community they lived in. Each touched many lives with their caring natures and through their involvement as leaders and members of numerous community organizations. They were both active members of the United Church. Allan was well known for his spontaneous and fun-loving spirit, and Ann for her compassion and nurturing nature. He with his infectious grin and laugh; she for her enduring beauty.

Ann and Allan loved to spend time with their children and grandchildren. They enjoyed camping, hiking, gardening and took up travelling after retirement. Allan loved to hunt, curl and was quite the accomplished pool player at the Seniors’ Centre. Ann belonged to many organizations like the UCW, IODE and the Legion. She loved to bake and cook, and it seemed as though there wasn’t an event in town, that she wasn’t contributing something to.

Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories.

We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared in their journey.

The family would like to thank the staff at Third Crossing Manor for all of their care, kindness and amazing support over the last few years.

A Celebration of Ann’s and Allan’s lives will be held at the United Church in Gladstone on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 3:00 with viewing at 2:00.

Should you so choose, donations in their memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society or the Humane Society.

Clarke’s Funeral Home, Gladstone~MacGregor www.clarkesfuneralhome.com

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Engagement Vickie & Murray Thomas and Nancy & Ken Lewis are thrilled to announce the engagement of their children Kendell Ann Thomas and Andrew William Lewis The wedding will take place this summer in Brandon, Manitoba.

A bridal shower in honor of Kendell will be held at the Gladstone United Church Annex on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 2:00 pm.

Everyone welcome.

Russell and Pam Sul and Tim and Ethel Johnston are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Taylor Sul and Lucas Johnston.

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APRIL FLOOR MODEL SALE! Save 20-50% on SELECT floor models store wide. Power reclining 3 piece leather set with sofa, loveseat (center console) and chair $2695 (can separate).

Queen pocket coil Simmons Beautyrest set for $699. 12 drawer queen storage bed espresso color for $750.

5 piece table set for $199 (was $399) (two sets still available). Samples only, visit store for other clearance models. Mon-Fri 10-8, Sat 10-6 & Sun 12-5. Call KDL Furniture at 204-571-1971.

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Annual Stamp & Coin Show

Join us for an informative afternoon featuring local guest speakers: Jocelyn Scheper - Care Team Manager - Neepawa Hospital Claire McCannell - Regional Clinical Educator Mental Health Debbie McNairnay - Cancer Care Navigator Sharing information about: Patient Advocacy, Accessing Mental Health and Cancer Supports

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Westwind Farms Ltd C. Wark 204-867-3366 westwindag@gmail.com 2013 Case Patriot 4430 sprayer, 460 hrs, 100’, Pinpoint, 1200 gal, auto-guidance, Autoboom, 2 sets tires, used 1 season, stored inside. $315,000.

2005 CaseIH STX425 tractor, 4030 hrs, power shift, 4 hyd remotes, 800/70 duals, Trimble FM1000 w/ autoguidance, WM Drain, RTK, stored inside, $165,000.

One Pass Seeding Outfit: 2007 Bourgault 5710 47’ air drill, MRB II, dble shoot, 4” rubber, 10” spacing, NH3 kit and Raven controller. With TBH 2010 Bourgault 6450 air tank, 4 tank, 4 metering, deluxe auger, dual fan, dual shoot, hitch w/wagon winch, $165,0000.

2011 CaseIH 8120 combine, 770 sep. hrs, large tube rotor, 520 duals, diff. lock, self-levelling sieves, lateral header tilt, ext auger, auto-steer ready, 2016 16’ pu header, stored inside. $260,000 2011 CaseIH 2142 36’ draper header $50,000.

2006 MacDon Westward 9352i swather, 1220 hrs, 30’ 972 Harvest header 982 hrs, swath roller, crop lifters, Roto-shear, Trimble 500 w/ EZ Steer, stored inside. $75,000.

2014 Brandt 1020XR grain cart, 1000 bu, hyd drive, roll tarp, weigh scale, 900/60 tires, used 1 season, stored inside. $47,000.

2014 Brandt 1390HP Swing auger, electric low profile hopper with remote, bin fill sensor, used 1 season. $28,000 2014 Schulte Giant 2500 Stone Picker used 1 season. $20,000.

2014 Brandt HH7000 Heavy Harrows, 70’, 5/8” tines, used 1 season. $48,000.

2001 highway tractor IHC 9900i SFA 6x4, Eagle Package, Cummins ISX, 475HP, 1.3m kms, 18 spd manual w/ DO, Eaton Fuller trans, 3.9 ratio, 12/40 axles, diff lock, 11R24.5 tires, WB 230”, 51” high-rise conventional sleeper. Stored inside. $27,500 2006 Timpte Grain Trailer, 40’, aluminum composition, air ride,hand roll tarp, dual hoppers, tandem axles, good tires. $28,000

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Public Notice is hereby given pursuant to subsection 162 (2) of The Municipal Act that the Council of the Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone intends to present its financial plan for the fiscal year 2016. A public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone (14 Dennis St. E, Gladstone MB) on the 3rd day of May 2016, at 6:00 p.m.

Council will hear any person who wishes to make a representation, ask questions, or register an objection to the financial plan, as provided. Copies of the financial plan will be available at the meeting on May 3, 2016.

Eileen Peters, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Church Worship Times Prepared by the Neepawa Ministerial St. James Anglican 11:00 a.m.

First Baptist 11:00 a.m.

Calvary Chapel 10:30 a.m.

Knox Presbyterian 11:00 a.m.

Roman Catholic Saturday 7 p.m.

Sunday 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 Prairie Alliance Church 11:00 a.m.

The Abiding Word Lutheran Church 9:00 a.m.

The Rural Municipality of Alonsa

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REGARDING THE 2016 FINANCIAL PLAN

Public notice is hereby given pursuant to subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Alonsa intends to present its proposed 2016 financial plan for the municipality. The public hearing will be held at the Rural Municipality of Alonsa Council Chambers located at 20 Railway Avenue in Alonsa on the 11th day of May, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Council will hear any person who wishes to make a representation, ask questions, or register an objection to the financial plan, as provided.

Copies of the proposed financial plan are available for review and may be examined by any person during the regular business hours of the Municipal Office located at 20 Railway Avenue in Alonsa, Manitoba.

Dated this 11th day of April, 2016.

PAMELA SUL, Chief Administrative Officer Rural Municipality of Alonsa

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ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice is hereby given that Rolling River School Division may conduct the following Pesticide Control Programs during the 2016 school year.

To control noxious weeds and rodent control on all school division properties and in buildings, herbicides such as Roundup, 2-4 D Amine will be used. Dragnet, Ant and Roach Pyrodust, Dr. Doom Residual, Pro Aerosol, Sevin, Rodent Doom, Gopher Doom, Final Blox and Contrac Blox will be used to control insect pests and rodents.

The public may send written submissions or rejections within 15 days of the publication of the Notice to the department below.

Manitoba Conservation Water Stewardship Pesticide and Hazardous Waste Section Suite 160, 123 Main Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 1A5

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of Municipal Pesticide Programs Public notice is hereby given that the Municipality of North Cypress-Langford (including Sandhills Golf & Country Club and all subdivisions within the municipal boundaries), RM of Cornwallis and the Town of Carberry intend to conduct the following Pesticide Control Programs during 2016: 1.To control noxious weeds on road allowances and boulevards within the municipalities. The projected dates of application will be from May 1, 2016 to October 1, 2016.

The Herbicides to be used include: • 2, 4-D Amine • 2, 4-D as 2-Ethel Hexylester • 2, 4-D Mecoprop-P Dicamba • Aminopyralid • Aminopyralid Metsulforen-Methyl • Dicamba • Dichlorprop, 2, 4-D • Laceticacid • Iron • Glyphosate • Difufenzopyrt Dicamba • Clopyralid • Triclopyr • Aminocyclopyrachlor Metsulfuron Methyl • Aminocyclopyrachlor Chlorsulfuron • Gateway & Hasten NT (Surfactants) 2.To control the following insect pests including grasshoppers, mosquitoes, elm bark beetles, cankerworms etc. The proposed dates of application for these programs will be from May 1, 2016 to October 31, 2016. The insecticides to be used include: • Malathion • Dimethoate • Bacillus Thiringiensis The public may send written submissions or objections within 15 days of this publication of this notice to the department below: Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship Pesticide and Hazardous Waste Section Suite 160, 123 Main Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 1A5

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Help Wanted

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION invites applications for the following position

SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER CLINICIAN The Turtle River School Division invites applications for a full time term School Social Worker Clinician position commencing September 6, 2016 • This position provides direct and consultative services for students/families that are experiencing problems which are interfering with their success in school or with their attendance.

• Work with students individually or in groups and will assist them with problems of a behavioral, emotional or social nature.

• Connect students to other professionals, when necessary.

• Work with a student and his/her family to promote changes in behaviour and to assist the student to achieve success within the school.

Requirements: • Minimum of a baccalaureate degree in Social Work from an accredited University.

• Eligibility for registration with the Manitoba Institute of Registered Social Workers.

• Ability to provide standard Social Work service including assessments and consultation, case management, psychosocial counseling, crisis intervention and discharge planning and referral.

• Ability to effectively manage complex task demands and prioritize workloads.

• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication.

• Demonstrated commitment to professional selfdevelopment.

Resumé and cover letter, as well as the names of three references, should be submitted by 4:00PM on Friday April 22, 2016 to: Bev Szymesko, Superintendent Turtle River School Division, Box 309, McCreary, MB R0J 1B0 Phone 204-835-2067, Fax 204-835-2426 e-mail: bevs@trsd32.mb.ca

MUNICIPALITY OF McCREARY Equipment Operator/Labourer The Municipality of McCreary is inviting applications for the position of Equipment Operator/Labourer. This position is under the direct supervision of the Operations Foreman and is responsible for performing duties as assigned related to the operations of the Public Works Department to include maintenance of all roads and drains as well as minor repairs and preventative maintenance of equipment for both the urban and rural components of the municipality. The job description is available upon request.

We are becoming a unionized work environment. We offer a benefit package following successful completion of a probationary period of employment.

This position is based in McCreary, Manitoba - a rural, agricultural community at the foothills of Riding Mountain National Park. McCreary has full recreational facilities, a K-12 school, available housing and is considered to be a positive living experience location.

The ideal candidate must possess the following: • High School graduate or equivalent; • Be physically fit and able to perform the required tasks; • Valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s Licence as a minimum; • Be capable of operating and providing maintenance for municipal equipment; • Ability to work independently with minimal direction with a teamwork approach; • Good mechanical aptitude.

Experience operating equipment (grader, tractor, mower) will be an asset.

Additional training/safety certificates will be considered an asset.

Please submit Resume, three work-related References and a copy of Manitoba Driver’s Licence to the address set out below.

Applications should be marked Equipment Operator/ Labourer and will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on April 29, 2016 by mail, delivery, fax or email. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Municipality of McCreary Attention: Tyler McFadyen, Operations Foreman P. O. Box 338 – 432 First Avenue McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0 Telephone: 1-204-835-2309 Fax: 1-204-835-2649 Email: mccreary@mymts.net

Ste. Rose General Hospital and Dr. Gendreau Personal Care Home have permanent and term positions available Ste. Rose General Hospital • 2 - RN Full-time Permanent Positions • RN .8 EFT 1 Year Term • LPN Full-time 6 Month Term • Physio Aide .3 EFT 8 Month Term Dr. Gendreau Personal Care Home • LPN Full-Time Permanent Relief We invite all interested applicants to submit applications, including résumé and references to: Human Resources Attention: Joanne Saquet Ste. Rose General Hospital P.O. Box 60, Ste. Rose du Lac, Manitoba R0L 1S0 Phone: (204) 447-4344 FAX: (204) 629-3458 E-mail: jsaquet@pmh-mb.ca

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Gill & Schmall Agencies FOODS Meat Cutter/Production Personnel HyLife Foods a division of the HyLife organization is engaged in the dressing and processing of hogs for both domestic and world markets.

To reach and sustain its position as a premier supplier of quality food products it strives to employ talented and motivated people who are capable of reaching the cutting edge of their discipline.

This position is based at the operations in the vibrant community of Neepawa, Manitoba which has a reputation for its beauty and high quality of life. Due to rapid growth we are looking for Meat Cutters/Production Personnel.

Responsibilities / Duties include but are not limited to: • Slaughter, eviscerate and mark hogs for further processing • Cut pork carcasses into primal cuts for further detailed specifications intended for commercial, industrial, institutional or wholesale use • To de-bone edible part and remove inedible organs or parts The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications: • Be able to work in a culturally diverse workplace • Have a good work ethic • Focus on treating people with dignity and respect • Appreciate a stable long term work environment • Experience as an Industrial Butcher or trimmer is required • Completion of secondary school may be required Current starting wage is $13.55/hour plus $1.00 per hour perfect attendance incentive!

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation based on experience and knowledge.

HyLife has been recognized as a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies.

If you have the qualifications and the passion to meet this challenge then we would like to explore your potential.

Please apply online at http://www.hylife.com/current-opportunities/ We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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Forward tenders to: Kelly Evans Box 71 Brookdale, MB R0K 0G0 by closing date May 10, 2016.

Continued from page 14 So provincially what choice do we have?

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Auction Sales

House by Auction 1:00 p.m. Saturday April 23, 2016

FARM AUCTION FOR

OLIVE AND THE LATE DON OLSUFKA SATURDAY MAY 14TH, 2016 AT 10:00 A.M. ARDEN MANITOBA

Directions: From Hwy 16, North 4 miles on Hwy#352 (just north of Arden), west 1.25 miles on Rd 87N. Farm on south side. Watch for signs.

FEATURED ITEMS: *2009 MF 5455 Dyna 4, FWA, 3ph, 2600 Hrs, *2003 Challenger RB 56 Round Bale *1995 Jiffy Bale Processor *New Idea 3732 Manure Spreader, excellent condition *1995 Blue Hills Livestock Trailer,16’ (new floor and repainted) PLEASE VIEW www.lamportanddowler.com FOR FULL LISTING AND PICTURES Plan to attend this complete farm auction of well maintained farm and cattle equipment including various shop and misc. items. Hope to see you there!

John Lamport: 204-841-4136 • Tim Dowler: 204-803-6915 See our website for full listing www.lamportanddowler.com

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www.meyersauctions.com # 185 North Hwy #5 Lot B Neepawa, MB 3 Bdrm 560sf approx The owner will be available to show the house April 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and April 20 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Bradley Meyers Auctioneer 204-476-6262 www.meyersauctions.com

FARM AUCTION FOR GARY & LISA NEUMANN

Saturday, April 23 at 11:00 a.m.

3 miles east of Waldersee MB on Rd 106N

Spring Farm Consignment Auction 10:30AM - Saturday April 23rd, 2016 33 Industrial Road ~Dauphin, MB

TRACTORS: 1100 Massey c/w Leon loader • 255 Massey • Farmall M c/w Farmhand F11 loader • 1994 Belarus mod 5160 fwa, 3 pt c/w Leon 690 joy stick & Peloquin grapple FARM EQUIP: 1980 Hesston 1275 1000 pto 16' haybine • NH 855 baler • JD 750 mixmill-TBC • 12 rd bale picker • Woods 105 5' brush mower • Inland 50' diamond harrows • WF 12' folding triangle tyne harrows • Laurier 50' packer bar • Morris 44' rod weeder • Blanchard 6' roller • Coop 6' roller • Swather carrier • 70736 grain auger c/w gas engine • Sunflower 03-18 tandem disc • Green Drop liquid fertilizer kit 33 run • IH 100 - 7' 13 run 6" space drill • Pea concaves for 2188 IH combine • 20.8 x 38 tractor tires • JD end wheel seed drill c/w gsa • CCIL 12' deep tiller c/w mtd harrows • 8-9 bale trailer on HD wagon • NH side delivery rake • 1560 MF rd baler • JD 450 9' trailing hay mower • Fanning mill • 3 pt bale spear • Bale elevator • Hay trailer - 14 lg bale - 31' • 3 pth post hole auger with 9" bit • 18' batt reel for JD swather • 1/4 ton pt fertilizer broadcaster • Wil-Rich 2500 cultivator • Prong stone picker • NH 1033 sm sq bale picker-wagon • MF 6wh split frame hay rake • 4 wh farm trailer • 4 wh farm trailer c/w pull type rd bale rack • 7' NH #47 trailing mower, hyd lift • Mower sections, wear plates & 2 complete 9' knives for NH 456 trailing hay mower • 241 International rd baler • 60" 3pt finishing mower • JD 4 bottom plow, PL-scrap LIVESTOCK RELATED: 2001 Norbert 22’ stock trailer-VGC • 180 gal galv water trough • Inverted tire feeders • Corral panels • 1 x 1 tubing gates • 4' walk through gate • Rd bale feeders • Ritchie dbl bowl livestock waterer • Feed panels • Sm sq good alfalfa grass hay • 1/2 ton stock rack VEHICLES/PARTS: ‘85 International semi-TBC • 16' car hauler • 1959 Chev C-60 truck c/w b&h - as is • ‘79 GMC 1500 1/2 ton • ‘73 Chrysler Newport • ‘50 Chevrolet 1T truck c/w box • HD steel headache rack for highway tractor • Power lift tailgate for pickup truck • Bush guard • 8' shell for GMC 1/2 ton truck • 6.5' truck cap • Dodge 1/2 ton, mid 80's - as is • '94 Dodge Ram 1/2 ton • ‘85 Dodge 1/2 ton FARM ITEMS: 100000 btu propane aeration dryer attach • Lg qty salvage low rib tin • 20' lengths of 6" rubber grain vac hose • 150 gal slip tank c/w elec pump • 1900 gal poly water tank • Fuel slip tank with elec pump • Labtronics 919 moisture tester c/w charts & scales • Grain bin sheets, doors, bin starts, etc (14' Westeel) • Poly hoppers • 4x4x4 seed tote plywood pallets • Rope wick weed sprayer boom • Western saddles • 10' treated posts • 3500 lb torque flex axle • Haystack tarps • Post pounder • Cattle rack for back of 1/2 ton truck • 24' x 8' storage container • Leather horse harness • Hames • Barbed wire • Horse collars• Leather harness • Spread rings • Bits • Bridles • Lariat • Lunge rope • Dbl trees RECREATIONAL: 96/97 Coachman 26 camper • Casa Rolla fold down camper • 1983 Edson Runabout c/w 115 hp Yamaha outboard • 1983 Mercury 80 hp outboard • Trifold alum loading ramp 4'x 6' • Alum box for ATV • Life jackets • Helmets • Hunting & fishing knives • Fishing supplies • Chevy custom towing mirrors • 90 Hp Mercury outboard engine • Hand ice auger YARD/ GARDEN: JD F525 zero turn lawn tractor • Mastercraft 16.5 hp x 46" hydrostatic lawn tractor • Roper tractor 36" mower • Murray 36" mower • 2000 JD CT133 lawn tractor • 2001 Simplicity lawn tractor,54" deck & bagger/blower • String trimmers-as is • Husky 235R clearing saw - as is • Swisher 60" 3 blade tow behind lawn mower c/w 13 hp engine • Picnic table • Guardian underground fence pet system • Mastercraft riding lawn mower, 42" cut• JD D140 hydrostatic lawn tractor, 48" • 8x8 utility shed • Swisher 50" 23hp riding mower • EX-Mark 52" 2hp riding mower • JD F935 72"diesel riding mower • Yardman 11HP 30" snowblower • Toro8 Hp 24" snowblower TOOLS & SHOP: LKS 250 AC/200 DC welder • Honda 3500w generator • Forney 180 amp AC welder • Industrial paint sprayer • Red Devil heavy duty 110v pressure washer with tank • Cement mixer • HD 6' pallets • 2' gas water pump • HD steel barrels • 110 lb anvil • Misc new parts - Briggs & Stratton, Techumsee & MTO • 10" radial arm saw • 6" jointer • Oxy-acetylene hose • 12v booster pack • Lazer level/ tripod • New pill switch • Anvil • Plastic wrap • 2" brass shut off valves • 12v lights • Rigid 5 gal wheelbarrow style air compressor c/w twin tank • Halogen work light/stand • 10" Rockwell industrial table saw • Dewalt mitre saw stand • 12" whirly bird vents • Roofing shovel • Powermac chainsaw • Block & tackle • Page wire • Sm leghold traps • Metal step riser • Portable compressor • MISC: File cabinets • Meat grinder • Interior house lights • Florescent lights • Drapes • Bistro set c/w 2 chairs • 300w wall mount electric heater • Qty 6" pot lights FIREARMS: Black powder rifle/accessories • Bushmaster spotting scope • DU storage box TERMS: Cash, VISA, Mastercard; All items sold as is where is. Auctioneer and owners not responsible for errors or omissions. Sale subject to additions and/or deletions. Auctioneer not responsible for accidents.

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SERVING THE PARKLAND & SURROUNDING AREAS SINCE 1992

PO Box 543 Dauphin, MB. R7N 2V3 Phone (204)629-2583 garton@inetlink.ca Cell (204)648-4541 www.gartonsauction.com

2494 Case IH • 4490 Case 4 wheel drive • 722 CCIL SWather • Seeding & Tillage • Grain & Hopper Bins • Shop Tools • Antique & Collectables

check website for full listing www.nickelauctions.com Sale Conducted By

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

Member of MMA & AA of C

McSherry Auction Service Ltd. FARM AUCTION SALE DON CHESLOCK

Saturday, April 23rd @ 10:00 am Location: St Andrews , MB, Jct. Hwy 8 & Hwy 67 North 2 Miles on Hwy 8 then 1 1/2 mile Easton Rd 79 Contact: (204) 485-4833

Internet Bidding at Bidspotter.com Tractors Case IH 7210 Magnum Cab P Shift 3PH Duals 4752 Hrs. * 10 Case IH 45A 3 PH 283 Hrs * JD 5010 * MH. * AC B * Equipment-JD 7720 Titan II Combine * JD 222 22’ Straight Cut Header * Coop 722 Cab Dsl 22’ Swather * 12 Farm King 6640 1000 PTO Grain Vac *2 Case IH 7200 28’ Hoe Drill * Int 6200 20’ Press Drill * 2) Int 310 15’ Discer Seeders * Farm King 50’ Diamond Harrows * Int 5000 18’ Vibra Chisel * Coop 806 15’ Deep Tiller * 3 Yard Hyd. Scraper * Eureka Potato Planter * MH PTO Drive Potato Digger * Farm King 620 6’ Trailer Style Rotary Mower * Along w Augers * More Tillage & Misc Equip * Farm Misc * Antiques *

Stuart McSherry 204-467-1858 or 204-886-7027 www.mcsherryauction.com

Meyers Auction

Retirement Auction for Shirley Kopytko - late Ernie 10 am April 30 McCreary MB Approx 8 km South of McCreary on Hwy #5

PYR MID COLLISION CENTER Complete Auto Body Repairs & Painting • Windshield replacement & free repairs (with proper deductible) – File E-Glass claim on site

• 23 hr towing and lockout service • Automotive Accessories • Courtesy cars by appointment Airport Road Neepawa, MB

Jim Graham

204-476-3589 Help Wanted

CUSTODIAN at Hazel M. Kellington School Beautiful Plains School Division is accepting applications for a full time custodian on a one year term for Hazel M. Kellington School. Duties include the cleaning and maintenance of buildings, equipment and grounds under the direction of the Principal and/or Head Custodian.

Hours of work are 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.

New Holland BR7090 Round Baler – XtraSweep pickup – has made approx 400 bales • New Holland Super 1049 Self Propelled Bale Wagon – 160 bale capacity - approx 2097 hrs • New Holland Hayliner 326 Square Baler w/ hydraulic tensioner • New Holland 400 Hydrostatic Swather • 1977 4x4 Versatile 500 row crop Edition w/ 3PTH and PTO - with upgrades • 1980 Ford F-700 Grain Truck 3 ton 16’ box • 7’ Farm King 3PTH model Y840 FK Snowblower • Craftsman 5/23 walk behind Snowblower • Vicon RP1511 Round Baler • 2) Ford 8700 Tractors, 18.4 – 38 Duals, Dual Hyd, Cab • Ford 5000 Tractor, Loader, Cab, • Field Sprayer • Fence Post Pounder • John Deere 9350 Press Drill 18’ • Case 310 Diskall 18’ Drill • John Deere 18’ Discer • 10’ Corral Panels – approx 25 • Cattle Oiler • New Holland 256 Hay Rake • New Holland 258 Hay Rake • New Holland 260 Hay Rake • Morris Harrows 50’ model 56HDB • John Deere H-1520 Discer 12’, nocked front disks • Swath Roller • Big Red Honda Trike • Sperry New Holland Haybine 1495, Hydrostatic Drive, 4282 hrs showing • New Holland TR85 Combine • Pallet Jack • 21’ Steel Hay Wagon • 46’ Westfield W80-46 pto drive Auger • 41’ Westfield 707-41 Auger w/ Briggs Engine • 36’ Bale Elevator – no motor • Honda Fourtrax AT 4x4 Trail Edition Quad • Quad Yard Wagon • Ford 2000 Tractor, 3 pth • Cattle Handling Chute • 3 – 30’ Corral Panels made from drill stem • Wood Creep Feeder • Western Saddle & Bridle• Belts • assorted bolts • Socket Sets • Power hacksaw • Floor Model Drill Press • Advantage Battery Charger • Floor Jack • Welder • Chop Saw • Bench Grinder. • Fuel Tanks

The starting wage is $17.61 per hour with 3 annual increments of $.50 /hr. to follow.

The Division offers a pension plan and other benefits.

Bradley Meyers Auctioneer 204-368-2333 or 204-476-6262 sell Detailed List & Pictures at meyersauctions.com

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Applicants should state experience and include three references. Duties to commence as arranged.

Questions can be directed to the undersigned at 476-2388.

Deadline for application: NOON, Friday, April 29, 2016.

Send resumes marked “HMK Custodian” to: Mark Hutton Maintenance Supervisor Beautiful Plains School Division Box 700 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Phone: (204) 476-2388 Fax: (204) 476-3606 Email: mhutton@bpsd.mb.ca Successful candidates must complete a Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check.

Others are thanked for their interest.

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Corn for profit in western Manitoba

By John Dietz For The Neepawa Banner MacGregor, Arden, Cypress River, Boissevain, small towns in western Manitoba, have something else in common. This year, a local farmer at each location was one of the top 10 in the 45th annual Manitoba Corn Growers Association (MCGA) yield competition.

The competition began in 1971. The MCGA is a notfor-profit organization representing more than 1,300 farmers who grow corn. It has an 11-member board of directors.

Arden area corn grower, and MCGA board member, Roland Unger, occasionally enters the growing competition. His 2015 entry, 219 bushels per acre (bu/a), put Unger in second place only to Baker Colony at MacGregor (241 bu/a) for the 2015 yield competition.

Others in the top 10 included Wynd River Farm

Roland

Unger’s

at Cypress River, sixth, and Drumads Farms, Boissevain, ninth.

MacGregor is about 110 km north of the US border and about 160 km northwest of Manitoba’s traditional silage corn production areas. Arden is about 40 km northwest of MacGregor.

“The West was really well represented this year for entries,” MCGA agronomist Morgan Cott said in a telephone interview.

“There’s certainly a possibility of higher yields outside the (Red River) Valley.”

She added, “The majority of acres are grown in the Valley and a bit east of the Red River, (but) we’ve seen westward expansion in the past few years. Corn is moving into the PortageMacGregor area; it’s quite successful there. We have some in your (Arden) area, too.”

The agronomist visits each farm in the compe-

corn

fields

in

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tition. At a place chosen by the grower, she takes a 100-foot sample, collecting all the cobs by hand from two adjacent rows. At the MCGA headquarters in Carman, the entries are dried, shelled and weighed.

The 2015 event had 37 farm entries. Nineteen varieties were Pioneer brand.

Others included Thunder (10) and DeKalb (3), Dow seeds (3), Legend (1) and PRIDE (1).

Unger’s variety was Legend LR9474 VT2PRIB. It is rated to mature at 74 days. It has genetic resistance to European corn borer, plus corn earworm and fall armyworm protection.

“On this variety, the average yield was about 170 bushels. It was the highest yielding competition entry that I’ve had.

Arden,

last

Another variety did go better than that last fall, but it had to be combined to figure that out,” he says.

Total corn acres in Manitoba in 2015 were down to about 210,000 acres.

However, the MCGA reports an average yield of 138 bu/a – the highest ever. For the most part, quality was excellent with high test weights and ‘very acceptable’ grain moisture due to the long, open fall weather.

For comparison, North Dakota growers planted about 2.56 million acres of grain corn last year, but the state average was only 128 bu/a, according to the USDA. While 2015’s competition did not match the all-time provincial record (271 bu/a in 2013 by Baker Colony), it was an excellent growing season in western Manitoba.

“It just turned into a perfect year that we won’t forget very soon. The season was just extended,” Cott says. “It shows we can grow high-yielding corn outside the Valley.

The ability to grow corn in western Manitoba is definitely there and we have earlier varieties that are helping the acres to increase.”

Corn heat unit accumulation was about 10 per

June.

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Roland Unger’s John Deere air system putting in InVigor canola.

cent more than the official rating in 2015 for both Arden and MacGregor.

Unger made some changes in his corn management that also may have helped improve the 2015 yield.

“I had assistance from EchelonAg with a field prescription this time. It wasn’t on a new piece of equipment, but I did figure out how to do variable rate planting as well as variable rate fertilizer,” Unger says.

“Then, we topped her up when the corn was three or four feet tall with a floater and some liquid nitrogen fertilizer. That was new, too.”

At anything more than 120 bushels an acre in western Manitoba last year, there’s no doubt that corn is a profitable crop.

It may not happen again for a long time, but at better than 170 bu/a, western Manitoba even “beat the Valley” producers in 2015.

Roland Unger, Arden, loading InVigor seed from bags with a John Deere belt conveyor.