September 15, 2023 - Neepawa Banner & Press

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By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

“After 15 years, 100s’ of meetings, thousands of emails, four mayors, five premiers and dozens of naysayers… We did it!”

Those words, spoken by Minnedosa Regional Events Centre (MREC) co-chair Scott Burgess, are a good summation of what a community can do, when they’ve collectively dedicated themselves to a goal. In the case of Minnedosa, the goal in question was the construction of a brand new state-of-the-art arena and entertainment complex.

The years of commitment from the community were celebrated during the grand opening of the newly christened Sunrise Credit Union Place. Several hundred people came out to see inside the regional rec facility for the very first time on Saturday, Sept. 9.

Learn more about the MREC on Page 10

Home Hardware and Tree Canada plant for the future

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

A set of new, natural adornments now decorate Pool Street, connected to Mill Street, in Neepawa. Visitors to that part of town may have noticed them–rows of freshly planted trees lining the boulevard. These trees were planted by Home Hardware in partnership with Tree Canada, cooperating with the Town of Neepawa.

Manager of operations

Denis Saquet and Nee -

pawa Home Hardware

owner Michelle Gerrard met with Ken Fosty, community advisor with Tree Canada, on Sept. 11 to recognize their 2023 accomplishments.

“I’m pleased to be here today to celebrate this tree planting event and recognize a grant of $3,000 from Neepawa Home Hardware Building Centre,” said Fosty. “Home Hardware is one of Tree Canada’s oldest sponsors. Since our

partnership began over 31 years ago, we have planted over 30,000 trees

and Home Hardware has contributed over one million dollars, across Can -

ada, towards tree planting efforts.”

This is the ninth year

that Neepawa’s Home Hardware has partnered with Tree Canada, aiding

in their mission to plant trees across Canada to create green-spaces and establish permanent tree cover throughout rural and urban communities. Since its start in 1992, Tree Canada has planted over 84 million trees.

This year, a total of 23 Home Hardware stores across Canada are participating in the initiative.

“I have a huge appreciation for Home Hardware for doing this,” said Saquet. “It’s great for the community.”

Gerrard added, “There’s a lot of new areas being developed in our community, and some old trees that have been removed. So this helps replenish that number as well as adds to the community. I’m so happy to continue our partnership each year.”

This addition to the community and environment will add to Neepawa’s beauty for years to come.

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Pictured are Denis Saquet (Neepawa’s manager of operations), Michelle Gerrard (owner of Neepawa Home Hardware) and Ken Fosty (community advisor with Tree Canada) with one of the many tree saplings they planted in partnership with each other along Pool St./Mill St. this year.

1973: Paving at Neepawa’s new housing development

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

125 years ago, Wednesday, September 14, 1898

There is a strong demand for ginseng and seneca root in Minneapolis.

Peter McIntyre has made a threshing record for the season. On Saturday last, he threshed 1,926 bushels in ten hours.

It is understood a proposition is to be made to the town council to reduce Davidson street from 99 to 66 feet. The property owners on the south side of that street offer to buy from the town the 33 feet which they consider is now lying waste and pay taxes on it– provided, of course, the town will accept a reasonable price for it. As Davidson street is not a main thoroughfare, a width of 66 feet is ample and no doubt the council will readily accept the offer proposed, particularly as it means for all time to come an increase of revenue and decrease of expense in the maintenance of the roadway.

100 years ago, Friday, September 14, 1923

A farmer near Birnie has figured out his threshing at

40 cents a bushel and the grade of his wheat at about 60 cents.

Kelwood: The Japanese Earthquake Relief Fund, under the auspices of the Canadian Red Cross, is being handled locally at the Sterling Bank. Any wishing to contribute towards the relief of the earthquake sufferers through Red Cross channels may leave their contributions in the local bank, Mr. Fox having kindly consented to forward same

to the proper authorities. Kelwood: The chemical fire engine recently ordered for Kelwood village arrived in town on Wednesday and, for the present, is parked at Grasby’s livery barn.

75 years ago, Thursday, September 16, 1948

Neepawa Town Council went on record Friday night as unanimously supporting the efforts of the Trans-Canada Highway association system in their efforts to have the Federal Government build a hard surfaced highway across the Dominion. The Yellowhead route, favoured by the association, was also endorsed by the council members. This route passes through Neepawa, Saskatoon, Edmonton and Jasper.

50 years ago, Thursday, September 13, 1973

Paving of streets in the new housing development area east of the Yellowhead Centre began Tuesday morning.

The Royal Canadian Legion Hall, Neepawa, was the scene of a happy occasion Saturday evening, Sept. 1, when well known Neepawa residents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Rush were hosts to many friends and relatives to mark their golden wedding anniversary.

Construction began last week on the new 56 unit apartment building for senior citizens on the site of the old sports arena.

20 years ago, Monday, September 15, 2003

Mayor Bob Durston

joined officials, including Manitoba premier Gary Doer, deputy prime minister John Manley, North Dakota governor John Hoeven and U.S. ambassador Paul Cellucci at a ceremony at the International Peace Gardens last Thursday.

The ceremony was in remembrance of the terrorist attacks in New York, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C. on Sept. 11, 2001.

Ruth McDonald accompanied her sister and brother-in-law Phyllis and

Don Harvey of Pipestone to Tuelon in July to help Ruth and Phyllis’ sister and brother-in-law Mae and Roer Hoey celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Disclaimer: The information gathered and used each week in the Looking Back feature is directly taken from the original print copy of the Neepawa Press and Neepawa Banner newspapers. Any errors or omissions from stories (Factually or otherwise) are the result of the original print and not the responsibility of the archivist for the current version of the Neepawa Banner & Press.

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Paving was taking place in September of 1973 at Neepawa’s latest housing development area. It was located east of the Yellowhead Centre, with eight blocks of street involved in the paveing process. Included in part were the William, Commerce, Walker and Tupper streets.

NEEPAWA BANNER & PRESS ARCHIVES Neepawa photo studio was the place to go to get your picture taken in 1973!

Homebodies

By Chad Carpenter

Looking for answers

There is a huge uproar in rural Manitoba about Emergency Rooms and rightly so. The closure of ERs may not be the government’s fault regardless of party.

There is a shortage of rural doctors, period. Without doctors, you can’t have an ER.

Why do we not have enough doctors? I have heard some of the answers.

For whatever reason, we have not educated enough doctors in Manitoba.

Foreign trained doctors often don’t want to stay in rural Manitoba.

Even Manitoba trained doctors don’t always want to live in rural Manitoba.

We have trained too many 9-5 specialists instead of GPs. There are doctors in larger centres who aren’t doing all that well because there isn’t enough work I am told.

There are also too few patients in some smaller centres for a doctor to make a living. It’s sad, but many towns are still shrinking in population and a doctor’s practise needs numbers to survive.

It has been reported that there are 20,000 foreign trained doctors and 30,000 foreign trained nurses in Canada that have not been certified yet. There’s something wrong with that process. Both the federal government and the provinces must get that backlog cleared.

A writer could fill books about why rural communities shrink. In fact, many books have been written on the topic. Basically, people are always looking for bigger and better places to live. After WWII, the returning US rural servicemen demanded, “Build us roads and they will come.” The government answered the challenge and built 1,000s of miles of roads and “they

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left.” That happened in Manitoba too. If even a small portion of the people who left rural Manitoba had made the decision to stay, we would today have a lot stronger rural economy.

Large urban areas don’t contain all the glory they pretend to have nor what many rural people believe they will achieve. It has always been a mystery to me why there has been such a flocking to urban areas. For my generation, and for generations before me, people left rural areas. Life seemed easier in the city and in many ways it was. Hydro didn’t come to the farms until 1949, so electric lights didn’t exist. Radios ran on expensive batteries. There wasn’t much for electric heating. Our farm home went from a wood fired furnace and cookstove to an oil furnace and eventually electric heat. Running water depended on how fast you ran it from the well to the house or barn. Water for washing people or clothes was carried in and carried out. Toilets were primitive to say the least. Life-easing facilities were certainly an incentive to leave the farm.

But so much has changed. Water, sewer and home heating are pretty much the same everywhere. Well, everywhere except some First Nations communities and that is a problem long ignored by government. There are many good jobs outside of the

cities and some very good options for food services and entertainment. So why do people still flock to the cities where crime and poverty are on the rise usually much faster than rural areas. Well, you tell me, as I would love to hear about it.

The decline of many small communities is a major problem and especially in the supply of medical services. Small communities need more people and there are many roadblocks. Zoning and building codes are too strict, for example. Some municipalities lack vision and often the skilled staff to build a progressive community.

Available capital is artificially scarce for small scale manufacturing and food production. We throw out thousands of tons of food every summer due to a lack of processing, handling and storage facilities. Silly example perhaps, but if all tomatoes grown in Manitoba were canned or frozen, a lot less tomatoes would be imported.

Rural Manitoba growth is hindered for all of the above reasons and perhaps many more. The above is admittedly a rambling mixture of cause and effect, but it’s up to all people across the province to make improvements.

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this column are the writer’s personal views and are not to be taken as being the view of the Banner & Press staff.

Lines from a song of the seventies, Joy is Like the Rain, by the Medical Mission Sisters, pretty much sum up my past week. Several weeks ago my partner fell and compressed a couple of discs in his lower back. This has involved a hospital stay with excellent medical and support staff, with a steep learning curve for me. And just the very day we schedule a meeting to set up a plan for him to come home, he suffers a serious set back. Again, medical and support staff are wonderful, and family stands up and is counted. A little sunshine and a little gray.

The past weekend’s highlight was a family wedding. This was a brilliant shiny silver! I was surrounded by family and friends– sister, son and family, grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and sundry extended family members. So much love and laughter, great food and family stories. Magical. One grandson didn’t make it to the celebration. Travelling from Northern Alberta to Neepawa, he made it all the way to Minnedossa before laying his bike on its side. We are so thankful that he was so close to family at this end of the trip rather than half way between here and there. He is in hospital, some injuries, and will be released to our care before too long. That was the gray combatting the silver and it was a dark, gloomy and pervasive cloud.

So much of ordinary life is that contrast, the silver and the gray, the sunshine and shadows, the great and the not so great. It is natural to desire all sunshine and roses, it is not realistic to expect that! From my observations of human nature, it is easy to highlight and dwell on the tough times. This is not conducive to great mental health. The most contented folks, I have found, are the ones who are thankful for all the good things, the blessings, in their life. I know a number of people who maintain a gratitude journal, literally writing down the things for which they are thankful; sometimes the best thing in a day may be that first cup of coffee! If that also applies to your life, then savour that coffee! One of the reasons that I enjoy walking is that every day, even if I am on the same trail, I can see something new, something I didn’t notice the other day, or, perhaps, something that really wasn’t there the day before. I can see silver in the leaves turning colour, I can see silver in the carpet of acorns on the trail, the insistent call of the geese in the evening sky. All silver that combats the gray of declining health, stress and anxiety. Sunshine and shadows. I recognise anew that nature has aced thiswinter rest for plants, a seed sequestered in darkness until the right time to emerge.

It’s easy to look at a period of darkness as never-ending, may I always have the faith and the hope to wait for the return of the sunshine!

Sometimes silver, sometimes gray, always sun not far away….

The “truth” that sets us free, Part I

The Jewish religious leaders were on a mission. Two months earlier, they had finally rid themselves of a teacher from Nazareth named Jesus– or so they thought. They had used false accusations, false witnesses, bribery and extortion to force Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor, to order Jesus crucifixion. And when they knew that he had died and that his body had been sealed in its tomb, they breathed a collective sign of relief.

But three days later, they were told that the seal on the tomb had been broken and that Jesus’ body was no longer there. Theirs was a classic response. “His disciples will say that he has risen from the dead,” these religious leaders said. “But we are not going to let them get away with saying that.” After more lies, more bribes and a huge publicity campaign, they convinced the general public that Jesus’ disciples had broken into his tomb, stolen his body, buried it somewhere else and were now claiming he was alive.

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But now these religious leaders had another problem. One hundred twenty followers of Jesus, energized by the Holy Spirit that came upon them on the Day of Pentecost, were moving through the streets of Jerusalem telling everyone they met that Jesus was alive. What’s more, the people they spoke to were believing that message, turning from their sins, putting their faith in Jesus Christ and being baptized as a sign of their faith in him.

But they didn’t stop there. As Acts 2:42 tells us, these new believers “devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, to fellowship, to breaking of bread and to prayers.” So radical were the changes in the lives of these new believers that many of their family members, friends and neighbors also

became believers. And as each day passed, the Jewish religious leaders saw their power and influence diminish as people turned their back on their old ways and embraced the spiritual freedom they found through faith in Jesus Christ.

One would expect that these religious leaders would fight back; and they did. They arrested Peter and John and put them in jail overnight. The next day, they hauled them before one of their religious courts and ordered them to stop denying their “official explanation” of the empty tomb and Jesus’ missing body.

Peter and John were not to be deterred. They looked these religious leaders in the eye and said: “We must share what we have seen and heard.” Peter and John were not spreading lies when they

talked of Jesus resurrection. They knew he was alive. They had seen him on numerous occasions over 40 days. They had spend many hours talking with him. They had shared meals with him. And they knew of more than 500 people who, like them, had seen, spoken with and shared meals with the risen Christ.

Peter and John had something that the Jewish religious leaders didn’t have. They had the truth about Jesus’ resurrection. It was truth that they had verified and upon which they were prepared to stake their integrity, their ministries and, if necessary, their lives.

I wonder how many followers of Jesus in today’s world would be prepared to stand up as they did and defends truths about which they were absolutely certain. Perhaps I should ask this question-are there truth about which we can be absolutely certain. I believe there are such truths; and these are truths that can set us and our nation free from bondage to ideas that are destroying us. More on that next week.

Gladstone’s Glory Years: Preston School class in 1944

Dear editor:

I am writing in response to Neepawa and Rivers Banner publisher, Ken Waddell’s ‘Right in the Center’ Column on September 8 entitled ‘Decision Time’ printed in the Rivers Banner. In his column, Mr. Waddell says that he is giving his ‘take on the election locally and without regard for party policies’ and then goes on to unequivocally endorse the Progressive Conservative candidate for the riding of Agassiz, Jodie Byram ‘based on her abilities and how much she worked with retiring MLA Eileen Clarke’. He doesn’t however go on to talk about Ms. Byram’s individual abilities as a potential MLA but discusses Eileen Clarke’s abilities instead. I know Eileen– she is an amazing person but assuming that one person’s compassion, integrity and professional abilities somehow magically transfer to their predecessor is giving credence to nepotism at it’s finest– grooming future conservative politicians by employing them as constituency assistants and then moving them up to take the place of their retiring employers– much like my conservative opposition here in Spruce Woods, Grant Jackson, the 26 year old former assistant to Cliff Cullen / Larry Maguire /Heather Stephenson. Is Mr. Waddell suggesting that we should judge a candidate based on the performance of their employer? Do we not want local representatives that can stand on their own credentials with their own experiences, successes, failures and lived experiences? I do not know Ms. Byram - she is not in our riding (even though this was printed in the RIVERS banner, Mr. Waddell is obviously not addressing those of us who live here), I am sure she is a fine candidate but based on Mr. Waddell’s endorsement, how would we know that?

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Thumbs down to the Budz’n and Bloom Daycare. They have that massive chained in lot which the kids never get to use since it’s full of weeds that kids can’t safely play in. What an eyesore and an insult to the kids enrolled at that daycare. Use the lot or sell the lot cause it is a poor image to this community

Jim Bennet

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These were students of Preston School in 1944, taught by Edna Thompson. This photo appeared in the Gladstone’s Glory Years booklet series. Pictured in the back row are: Grace Stewart, Joyce Ferguson, Margaret Bosworth and Betty Broadfoot. Second row: Bill Hanna, Ruby Hanna, Ian Broadfoot and Barbara Bosworth. Front row: Hugh Broadfoot, Betty Hanna, Marian Thiessen and Larry Thiesen.

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Pears

Pears, originating in eastern Asia, worldwide have over 3,000 varieties. They vary in size, shape, sweetness, and crispness. Although pears mature on the tree, they ripen best off the tree. Pears are picked by hand due to their ability to bruise easily. A medium pear has about 100 calories. Pears have a natural affinity with cheeses and go well in salads and sandwiches.

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Anjou pears are well-suited for baking, poaching, or roasting and eating raw. Anjou pears have a mild flavor and a firm texture, while still being sweet and juicy. They have a short neck, a bell-shaped body and can be green or red but the color doesn’t indicate any flavor difference.

Bartlett pears, the most common pear world-wide, is bell-shaped, sweet and soft with a light green skin that turns yellow when ripe. Bartlett pears are high on the juicy side of the scale and because of this they lose their shape when cooked and tend to turn mushy. They are best eaten raw.

Bosc pears have an elegant elongated shape with a slender neck and brownish russet skin. They’re highly aromatic and hold their shape well when sliced into dishes like a salads or baked making them a good choice for various cooking projects.

Ripe pears store well in the refrigerator for 5 to 7 days. To ripen pears at home, store on the counter in a dry paper bag and check daily for ripeness as it can take up to a week to get to its perfect-to-eat-stage.

Gluten free pear crumble

4 medium pears - peeled and sliced

2 Tbsp. white sugar

2 Tbsp. butter, melted

1/2 tsp. ginger

1 cup gluten-free old fashioned oats

1/2 cup gluten-free all-purpose baking flour

2/3 cup brown sugar

1/2 tsp. cinnamon

1/3 cup butter

1/4 cup sliced almonds

Preheat oven to 375° F. Grease a 9X9 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, add the pear slices, sugar, butter and ginger. Mix together and transfer to the baking dish. In the same bowl add the oats, flour, brown sugar and cinnamon and work in the butter with a pastry blender until the mixture looks crumbly. Add in the almonds. Stir with a spoon and then transfer the mixture onto the pears in an even layer. Bake uncovered for about 35 minutes or until browned and bubbling.

Pear oatmeal muffins

1 cup old fashioned oats

1 cup milk

1 cup flour

1/2 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. cinnamon

1/2 tsp. nutmeg

1/3 cup canola oil

1 egg, beaten

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 tsp. vanilla

1 1/2 cups fresh diced pears

Topping:

2 Tbsp. white sugar

1/2 tsp. cinnamon

2-3 Tbsp. slivered almonds

Preheat oven to 375°F. Line muffin tins with papers or lightly grease muffin tins with oil. Set aside. In a mixing bowl, combine oats and milk. Let sit 15 minutes. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Into the soaked oat mixture stir the oil, egg, brown sugar and vanilla. Add the flour ingredients. Stir just until combined. Do not overmix. Gently fold pears into the batter. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tins. Mix the topping and sprinkle over the tops of the muffins. Bake for around 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Let the muffins cool in the pan for several minutes then transfer to a cooling rack. Makes about one dozen muffins.

3 pears

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup flour

Baked pears

1/4 cup minute oats

1 tsp. cinnamon

1/4 cup butter

Preheat the oven to 350° F. Lightly grease a 13×9 inch baking dish. Wash and dry the pears, then slice vertically down the center of each pear. Use a spoon to spoon out the seeds and create a small hole to fill with the topping. Place the pears in the baking dish with cut side up. In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, flour, oats, cinnamon. Using a pastry blender cut the butter into the flour mixture until the mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the pears. Bake for around 35 minutes until pears are fork tender. Enjoy warm from the oven with a scoop of ice cream.

Girls are diagnosed with ADHD at under half the rate of boys but interestingly, in adulthood, they are diagnosed at the same rate. Childhood is just one of the diagnosis points for ADHD, but it is often missed in young girls because there are differences in it’s presentation. Girls have for the most part been socialized to present themselves to the world in a way that is appealing for everyone else, to be modest and not outspoken, to be seen and not heard.

Childhood ADHD screeners were developed and largely based on symptomology presenting in young boys, like hyperactivity, trouble in school or oppositional behaviors. Due to the socialization of our girls, we see hyperactivity internalized to have a hyperactive brain which is often mistaken for anxiety. The internalization of the hyperactivity can present as an internal restlessness also mistaken for anxiety. Girls tend to do better in school because they have created an internal state of anxiety causing them to overcompensate in their studies, but can look like them having to work a lot harder than most for modest or above average grades. So many ADHD diagnoses are overlooked because the child is by all measures successful, but internally their brain is on fire.

Some Women struggle with clumsiness and disorientation because folks with ADHD have too low levels of Dopamine in their brain and sometimes this occurs in parts of the brain that regulate movement. They are accused of being ditzy, interrupting and daydreaming. Guess what? Also ADHD symptoms! Other behaviors that folks with ADHD present with are stimulating behaviors (also called “Stimming”) which help with mood regulation and are often unconscious and difficult to control, these can be

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fidgeting, skin picking, hair pulling, nail biting, chewing on things or making rhythmic sounds. Internally, having ADHD as a female can feel like this overwhelming extra where your thoughts are so rapid that it’s hard to pick through them, one more task added to a growing list can send you over the edge, you feel embarrassed to have people over because of all the doom piles of random things (resulting in shame for feeling like a failure as a housekeeper). You hyper fixate on things that interest you and dismiss anything that doesn’t. Many women are diagnosed after having children because children add so much extra to an already overwhelmed and dopamine starved brain, resulting in difficulty regulating emotions, irritability and a complete exhaustion at the end of the day (even when it feels like you’ve done nothing). Another diagnosis point is Menopause, where we see changes in hormone levels.

These are just the beginning of several symptoms to watch for in diagnosing ADHD. ADHD needs to be diagnosed by a doctor and I want to encourage you to seek out further testing if you suspect this is what you are coping with. ADHD is treatable and, even if you feel like you’ve been successful in your life thus far, you are still deserving of help, you are deserving of understanding, empathy, dignity, and treatment.

Delsie Martin (BA, BSW, MSW, RSW) is a a Registered Social Worker, private practice therapist, and business owner of True You Therapy and Wellness Services. Visit her at www.trueyoutherapy.ca. Anyone who may have feedback on the column or wish to have a question anonymously answered as part of the weekly column may reach Martin at delsiemartin@ trueyoutherapy.ca. Martin’s podcast, The Relationship Review with Delsie Martin can be found on Acast, Apple, Amazon, Google and Spotify podcast platforms

Terry Fox Run returns to Neepawa on Sept. 17

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

In April of 1980, Canadian icon Terry Fox began his Marathon of Hope, raising money for cancer research. Each day of the campaign, Fox added a day-long marathon to his cross-Canada trek. Until, one day, he couldn’t run anymore. His race ended in Thunder Bay, Ontario, in September that year. Now, every September, his marathon continues via the thousands of communities that plan runs, both in his memory and in support of the cause.

To date, $850 million has been raised, funding over 1,300 research projects.

Neepawa’s years of support are well embedded in the community, with last year’s event breaking local records. Following changes due to COVID-19 in previous years and a return to normal last year, the 2022 event raised a grand total of $10,000. In addition, there were more than 115 participants.

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semi vs bridge collision

The Neepawa community is keeping up its tradition of support. This weekend, on Sept. 17, all are welcome to the N.A.C.I. track to participate in a local walk in honour of Fox. Registration will begin at 1:30 p.m., with the walk itself getting a kickstart at 2:00 p.m.

Spruce Plains RCMP report

By Sgt.David Taggart Spruce Plains RCMP

In the month of August, the Spruce Plains Area attended 347 occurrences. Two of the occurrences were impaired drivers. Speeder of the month – There were several contenders in this category. First place goes to a Saskatchewan driver

for speeding 162 in a 100 zone in the RM of MintoOdanah.

Charity and Donation

Scam – A scammer contacts you to ask for a donation to a charity, association or religious cause. The scammer uses high pressure tactics to get you to donate immediately. The charity may not exist, or the scammer may not ac-

tually be associated with it. To avoid charity scams, ask for information in writing before making a donation. You can also check that the charity is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency at 1-800267-2384. If you would like to donate to a disaster relief campaign, we recommend you visit the Red Cross.

Submitted Spruce Plains RCMP

On Sept. 7, at approximately 11:35 a.m., Spruce Plains RCMP received a report that a semi-trailer transporting farm equipment had become lodged under the Canadian Pacific Railway overpass on Highway 10 near Minnedosa in

the RM of Minto-Odanah.

Officers responded and observed that the farm equipment loaded on the semi-trailer was too high and collided with the bridge, causing the semi to become stuck.

The Minnedosa Fire Department also responded to assist.

A tow company was called

to clear the vehicle and free up the lane. CP Railway was called so they were aware of the incident and could examine and ensure the integrity of the bridge. Traffic in the area was affected for approximately two hours. Nobody was injured in the incident, and the damage to the bridge appears minor. The investigation continues.

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A portion of farm equipment became lodged into the Canadian Pacific Railway overpass near Minnedosa on Thursday, Sept. 7.

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Pictured: A portion of the crowd that turned out to the 2022 Terry Fox Run.

It’s more and more important in modern education settings to ensure that there is strong student engagement. The Manitoba Department of Education is working to ensure that engagement with its ‘Action Plan to Enhance Student Presence and Engagement

he Manitoba Department of Education has provided guidelines to school divisions to formulate a policy regarding students attending school regularly and participating in their educational experiences as required by law. The Department calls it an “Action Plan to Enhance Student Presence and Absenteeism has long been a concern, as it has been widely accepted that it is critical students be present in schools to get a quality education. Being present when attendance was taken was a rite of passage every morning. Students would say, “present” or “here” in response to their name being called. But time and circumstances have blurred the lines and the importance of being “present”. During the pandemic, pupils were not present in the traditional sense and even as we moved out of COVID protocols, students were encouraged to stay home if they were feeling cold or flu like symptoms. While some students excelled during the pandemic with at home or online instruction, most students did not do well mentally, socially, or academically. However, it did open the door to discussions about the value of being physically in the desks for some. It also brought into question whether simply being in the classroom is enough to fully engage students and whether attendance is really that important.

But as time goes on, it has become

‘I’ll never forget that person who gave me warmth’

Small act of kindness sparks local winter initiative to welcome newcomers

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

Adjusting to Canada’s winter weather is no easy task. That’s why a new initiative is looking to give Neepawa’s newcomers a warm welcome– literally!

A brand new non-profit organization known as the Neepawa Newcomers Coat Room (NNCR) is currently gearing up to provide any newcomers experiencing/ preparing to experience their first Canadian winter with their very own winter coat free of charge.

Initial discussion for the program began in late 2022, with a four-member board, social media, a team of volunteers, a donated loca-

tion and a stock of coats all coming together by August of 2023.

After all this hard work, the NNCR is set to open at the Prairie Alliance Church at 155 Main St. West in Neepawa on Oct. 21 and Oct. 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Appointments for these dates are not necessary, but appreciated. Following these dates, it will be open by appointment only.

Leisel Milligan, NNCR board member, told the Neepawa Banner & Press that this all sparked from one small act.

“It all came from giving one coat away to a newcomer. Years later, he commented, “I’ll never forget that person who gave

me warmth,” Leisel shared. “Looking back, that act was so impactful on both of us. It grew from there and I eventually wondered how more newcomers could be reached, because eventually my network gets too small.”

She added, “It’s having that empathy, too, of what newcomers are going through. Not just the cultural shock, but the climate shock is a real thing, too. For example, we know from our census that most of our newcomers are Filipino. Their climate shock is about as extreme as it can be.”

To expand upon Milligan’s statement, a quick search shows that the average winter temperature in the Philippines rarely drops

increasingly evident that students who are not present are more likely to be disengaged and disconnected from both their peers and their schoolwork. This creates a lack of belonging, which often leads to mental health issues and students look elsewhere for fulfillment.

The Manitoba government has reiterated that attendance and engagement in the classroom are important and need to be emphasized and recorded. Divisions and schools have been tasked with the job of monitoring attendance and intervening when unexcused absenteeism becomes chronic or severe. These will be flagged in the reporting process and the provincial directive is that a student specific plan will be created. While there are excused absences that are unavoidable, it should be noted that students, schools and the community need to work together to help students reach their full potential at school.

Students should be supported in recognizing that missing school involves missing important instruction, classroom discussions, social opportunities and assessment practices. Parents and schools need to work together to emphasize the importance of student presence and engagement. Schools need to continue to make sure they are welcoming and inclusive facilities where students are engaged in their learning. The community as a whole need to continue to recognize that attending school is a priority. When sports groups, medical professionals and service industries try to accommodate whenever possible to make appointments, practices, and games after school hours, these all support the success of our students. Together, we can work towards having the best possible education for our children who are the future of our communities. For further information, you can look up the Presence and Engagement Policy on the Beautiful Plains School Division website.

What we all want is to ensure that every student gets the education they will need to help them with the next steps in their lives.

below 20ºC. The islands’ annual mean temperature is 27ºC. Canadian winters, meanwhile, experience weather on the total opposite side of the scale. Temperatures can linger between -5ºC and -15ºC, or dip down to -20ºC, -30ºC or lower; especially when factoring in wind chill.

Thriving in winter

In addition to easing climate shock, the NNCR also hopes to provide a winter welcome package for their newcomers. The idea of these packages is to highlight some of the winter activities available in and around the community, showing that winter can be enjoyable.

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Walk With Us campaign returns for fourth annual fundraiser

Neepawa UCT contributes to hospital fund

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

Area residents are once again being invited to walk for a cause. The Walk with Us campaign is returning to Neepawa for its fourth year on Sunday, Sept. 24. The campaign raises funds for the Manitoba Down Syndrome Society (MDSS) and is the only walk for this cause located outside of Winnipeg. This year’s walk will once again take place at the Langford Walking Trails– located six miles east of Neepawa on Hwy. #16 and three miles south on Road #81. The walk will begin at 3:00 p.m.

“We had a tremendous round of support from the community last year,” said Kathy Jasienczyk, Langford Recreational Trails representative. “There were over 80 people out and together we raised approximately $4,000.”

Maureen Cox added, “We’re really looking

forward to it again this year!”

Down Syndrome is a genetic condition caused by an extra chromosome. It is estimated that about one in every 800 babies in Canada has Down Syndrome. The MDSS provides ongoing support, information and opportunities for individuals with Down Syndrome, parents, professionals and other interested persons.

The Walk With Us campaign is near and dear to the hearts of the Cox family, who organize it each year. Will and Brandi Cox youngest son, Logan, was born and diagnosed with Down Syndrome four years ago.

All funds are being raised via donation. Anyone wishing to lend a hand to the cause can do so via https://walkwithus.ca/campaigns/team-logan/.

“Everyone is welcome to attend and participate,” said Jasienczyk. “We’ll be having hot dogs and drinks supplied after the walk again this year, too.”

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Neepawa UCT Council 924 president Jason Nadeau presented a cheque of $100 to mayor Brian Hedley, who accepted on behalf of the Town of Neepawa, recently. The cheque was presented in honour of regional UCT president Linda Lidster’s visit to their recent council meeting. The monetary donation itself is in benefit to the new hospital fund.

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A fraction of the massive crowd that attended the 2022 Walk With Us campaign.

MREC offers endless possibilities

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Construction on the Regional Events Centre, located on the Minnedosa Agricultural Grounds, began in early 2022. The building itself is 3,876 square meters (40,902 sq ft) in size and features a full NHL sized ice surface, five team dressing rooms, one on-ice officials change room and a custom built ammonia ice making system.

Away from the rink, there is also a fully operational and licensed kitchen, upper and lower level viewing areas, multi-purpose conference spaces, elevator and indoor walking track. The seating features individual plastic chairs, as opposed to bench seating. Individual seating capacity is at just under 400, though there is ample standing room space around the ice, which increases the capacity to nearly 1,000. As for the seats themselves, they are completely refurbished from the former home of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Canad-Inns Stadium.

The total budget for the project is around $9.3 million, though not all of that has yet been spent. A portion of the budget is still to go towards an expansion and paving of the parking lot and roadway, which will be done in 2024.

While providing a tour of the building to the Banner & Press just before the grand opening, Chief Administrative Officer James Doppler

noted that the complex now gives Minnedosa the ability to vie for several different types of events, such as premier sports, agricultural or trade shows.

A special day for Minnedosa

As for the ceremonies connected to the opening, they featured several special acknowledgements. Former MREC committee co-chair Jon Lewis, who passed away while construction was underway, was honoured posthumously.

Lewis, who was an incredible advocate for Minnedosa and sports within the community, has had the roadway leading up to Sunrise Credit Union Place, renamed in his honour. It will now be known as Jon Lewis Way. The Lewis family, unveiled the signage during a ceremony immediately after

the arena’s ribbon cutting. Scott Burgess, who worked with Lewis, as a co-chair of the committee, said there was no one who deserves this more than Jon.

“Jon deserved this. He was a driving force on making today a reality,” said Burgess.

Another individual receiving recognition is former MLA and cabinet minister Harold Gilleshammer, who will receive an honorary plaque near the entryway of the building.

A former teacher within the community, Gilleshammer was first elected in 1988 and served in a number of cabinet portfolios. He retired from the legislature in 2003. This honour was first announced back in 2021.

Seeing the possibilities

After the ceremonies

commenced, Minnedosa mayor Ken Cameron spoke with the Banner & Press, and acknowledged those who proceeded him as mayor, and on council, for working to make this day happen. He added this building is a place the people of Minnedosa, and the surrounding R.M. of MintoOdanah to take pride in.

“With this facility, you can see the possibilities, which to me are endless.

We could host any type of events, but it’s more than that. You see the kids in

there already, running around the walking track, playing volleyball [inside]. What a great place to go and see kids having fun. But, it’s even more than that. It’s a class-A facility and I’m proud to see it here in this community and surrounding region,” said Cameron.

The finishing touches

As for what’s left to do to get the Sunrise Credit Union Centre ready for winter, the installation of the ice is expected to begin on Sept 18, and should be full operational for the first week of October.

The family of the late Jon Lewis (pictured above) were honoured by the unveling of Jon Lewis Way at the MREC grand opening this past weekend. Jon Lewis was a major advocate for the Minnedosa events centre.

PHOTOS BY EOIN DEVEREUX An interior view showin gthe arena portion of the brand new Minnedoa Regional Events Centre.

Proud to be the General Contractor for Minnedosa’s new rink

Npa. Titans’ Briley Wood tries out with Colorado Avalanche

Prov. election candidate Jodie Byram opens Npa. office

Neepawa Titans forward, Briley Wood was named to the Colorado Avalanche roster ahead of the six-team Rookie Faceoff tournament in Las Vegas next week.

Wood began the 202223 in the Western Hockey

League (WHL) with the Winnipeg ICE where he spent nine games before being sent back to the MJHL. He would go on to suit up for 39 games in a Titans uniform where he was named an MJHL First Team All-Star after scoring 19 goals and 38 assists.

The native of Rivers, Manitoba, earned a re-call

to the Winnipeg ICE for four regular season games before playing in 19 playoff games where he added three goals and one assist on their run to the WHL’s championship series.

Wood is set to join the Wenatchee Wild in the WHL for his final year of junior eligibility.

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Joining Jodie Byram at the opening of her election campaign office at 361 Mountain Ave. in downtown Neepawa was MLA Eileen Clarke, Donna Calamba, Campaign Volunteer, Jodie Byram, PC Candidate, Sherry Francis, Campaign Volunteer, Brian Bailey, Official Agent and Deb Stewart, Volunteer Coordinator

PHOTO BY JHESSA PENANO, MANITOBA JUNIOR HOCKEY LEAGUE WEBSITE Neepawa Titans forward Briley Wood.

Swan Valley hunts down victory against Neepawa at RMFL season open

MJHL Exhibition game results

The Rural Manitoba Football League kicked off its season this past weekend, starting Sept. 8. Locally, a clash between the Neepawa and Swan Valley Tigers was the feature event. After a rigorous game, Swan Valley took home the win, ending their first game of the season with a score of 57-28.

A pair of Neepawa Tigers team members exercise their defensive muscles and attempt to take down the Swan Valley Tigers’ runner. Pictured right: Defense switches to offense as the Neepawa Tigers work to push past their Swan Valley counterparts.

Heschuk wins

Race the North Face 25km

Neepawa Titans Home Opener slated for Sept. 23

By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner & Press

The Neepawa Titans are in the midst of their pre-season schedule (as of print deadline date). The opening pre-season game took place Sept. 5 in Dauphin where two mostly rookie teams battled it out. Dauphin outshot Neepawa 65-26 but Neepawa still managed a 2-1 victory in a shoot-out. On Sept. 6 Kam River Fighting Walleye visited Neepawa and the visitors came away with a 4-2 win based on an empty net goal.

The Neepawa Titans round out their pre-season schedule with a game Sept 14 at Portage and a 7:00 pm home game against Portage on Sept. 16.

to Wayway for Keenan Skrupa, Dawson Andries and future considerations.

Korman is from Killarney and had played two seasons with the Titans.

ASST: L. McCarthy (1)

Second Period 04:05 WAY S. Williams (2)

ASST: D. Andries (1)

16:50 WAY L. McCarthy (2) PP

ASST: L. Perry (1), J. Bennett (2) Third Period

WAY B. Quinn-Lagria (1)

ASST: L. McCarthy (2), O. Wheatley (1) 04:50 NPA J. Arnold (1) PP

ASST: K. Weisgarber (1), M. Hartley (2) 13:32 NPA M. Hartley (10 ASST: C. Pushie (1), C. Gudnason (1)

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Daniel Heschuk and his girlfriend, Hailee Morisseau both set course records in their respective races at the Race the North Face race.

By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner & Press

Daniel Heschuk of Neepawa set a new course record of 1:34:52 at the Race the North Face event over the past weekend. Heschuk ran in the 25 km category.

Patricia Roney also set a new course record at 1:53:12 in the womens’ 25 km race.

A race spokesperson said, “The new course records for both women and men are actually mind blowing. Seeing this kind of talent at a Manitoba race is phenomenal. I expect these records to stand for a long time!”

In the under 10km Female race, Hailee Morisseau of Portage set a new course Record of 46:26.

On Sept 8 Neepawa travelled to Wayway where the home team prevailed 3-0. On Sept 9, Wayway came back to Neepawa and dominated the first two periods but Neepawa battled back in the third but still fell 6-3. Scoring for Neepawa were Karl Weisgarber, Jack Arnold and Mason Hartley.

The Home Opener will take place on Sept. 23 against Portage at the Yellowhead Centre in Neepawa. Boston Pizza is the game sponsor and will be serving pizza slices (watch social media for more details). Pre-game live music is being planned and player introductions will take place before the puck drop. Game time is 7:30.

On the trade front, the Neepawa Titans have traded Parker Korman

Neepawa Titans

Junior “A”

Hockey team

Neepawa Titans pre-season home games • Admission $5

Sept. 16 at 7:30 vs Portage

Season Home opener Sept. 23 at 7:30 vs Portage

Admission $15 or by Season Ticket

Season Tickets $280 at the Neepawa Banner & Press or by calling 1-431-351-2274

The Titans have acquired Defenceman Alex Cordero from the Niverville Nighthawks in exchange for a 2024 Draft Pick and a Player Development Fee (PDF).

In a separate deal the Titans have also acquired Forward Dylan Schrader from the Virden Oil Capitals for a 4th round pick in the 2024 Draft.

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Beautiful Plains Community Medical Clinic

For appointment please call: 204-476-2002

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Obituary

Mel Goodwin

The funeral for Mel Goodwin will take place

Friday, September 22 in the Neepawa United Anglican Church at 1:00 p.m. with interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery.

Merle Hunt

It is with great sadness that the family of Merle Hunt announce her passing on September 1, 2023 at the age of 90.

Merle will be lovingly remembered by her daughters Dale (Merv) and Valerie (Moe), three grandchildren, five great grandchildren and numerous other family members and friends.

Merle was predeceased by her loving husband of 67 years James Hunt.

Merle was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

She kept in constant touch with all of them but the great grandchildren were the highlight of her last 11 years. She was often found on the floor playing, dressing up as “Nana Claus” and every visit was not complete until the children had her famous Nana cookies.

Donations in memory of Merle can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Neepawa Palliative Care Unit.

Gloria Ann Hutton

Gloria Hutton, age 71, passed away on August 28,2023 at Brandon Regional Hospital. She was born on April 6, 1952, in Winnipeg, MB.

A celebration of life took place, and she was laid to rest in Minnedosa on September 9, 2023.

Gloria was predeceased by her daughter Kristy Miller, and grandparents, Ed and Jemima.

Left to mourn are her husband Morley Hutton, Son Lyle, Grandson Owen, Mother Helen, Siblings Amy, Joyce, Cheryl, Garry and Jeff and their families.

Gloria married Morley in 1996 and they then resided in Clanwillliam, MB up until the time of her passing. “Grief is the last act of love that we can give to those we loved. Where there is deep grief, there was great love.”

Gloria will be remembered and missed deeply by all of her family and friends.

Gail Mary Ridley (Cole)

September 24, 1947-September 2, 2023

Gail passed away peacefully, after a lengthy battle with Cancer, surrounded by family.

Predeceased by her mother Joyce Brydges, father Wilburn Cole, Stepfather Charles Brydges and Brothers Norman Brydges and Don Cole.

She spent a good portion of her life volunteering in the communities that she lived in. Helping out with Scouts, Guides, Saddle Clubs, Seniors and community events.

Gail was passionate about Gardening, Horses, her children and grand children.

In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Neepawa Palliative Care in her name.

Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at Glenella Community Hall at 2:00 pm with Wendy Denbow officiating.

Clarke’s Funeral Home Gladstone in care of arrangements.

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Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call 204-368-2202

Neepawa Banner & Press offers full research and re-print services from our archives that go back to 1896. Additional copies of papers, $2 each depending on availability. Re-print of a page from past copies, $2 per page. Archival research, $25 per hour with a $10 minimum. Individual photos on photo paper $5 depending if we have a suitable original in our digital, print or photo archives. Ken Waddell, publisher

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

For Sale

1 plot in the Neepawa Riverside Cemetery. I am asking $1,000.00 The plot number Lot 18 Block 11 Range 28. If interested to buy call Karen at 204-476-6256.

ATV'S, ATV'S, ATV'S. www. rodsatvs.com Best prices in Manitoba on New kids/ adults ATV'S, DIRTBIKES, DUNE BUGGIES, UTV'S, GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, MOBILITY SCOOTERS AND KIDS ELECTRIC RIDE ON TOYS $299. Kids ATV $999, Kids dirt bike $1199, Kids Dune Buggy $1999. New 4 Seater Golf Cart $8999. Text or phone 204724-2438. Email rodsatvs@ hotmail.com

For sale: 3 plots in Neepawa Riverside Cemetery. I am asking $1,100 per plot. The value of a plot is $1,375 if purchased directly from the cemetery. If interested to buy one or more call Brenda at 1-204-841-3787.

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

Two bedroom, one bathroom apartment at Stewart House in Minnedosa. The apartment is in a quiet 12-plex apartment block and is a 55+ building for a single or couple. The apartment includes AC, a plug-in parking stall, fridge, stove, in-buiding laundry, secure entrance into the building, storage room, deck and more. Rent is $1,050./month plus hydro. Water is included with the rent. No smokers or pets. A one-year lease is necessary and references required. For more information or to book a viewing call 204-826-2184.

For Sale or Rent

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

Auctions

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

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English to Cree translation wanted. Poetry. Can meet in Neepawa. 204-476-3735,designsbydonald@hotmail. com Ask for Don

We are looking for 11 experienced (2-3 yrs), seasonal applicants to work on a bee farm as an Apiary Technician in Neepawa, MB. 11 applicants from March 1 to November 15, 2024. Must be able to work full time, including evenings & weekends. Duties include: unwrapping/ wrapping, queen rearing, making nucs, feeding, medicating, supering, pulling honey, extracting crop, maintain/ assemble equipment, etc. Positions are physically demanding and must be able to handle heavy loads, work in a fast- paced environment with a combination of walking, standing, bending, crouching and kneeling for extended periods. Positions are mostly outdoors when hot and dusty, wet/ damp. $15.30-19.75/ hour for 30-65 hours/week. Benefits include: Workers comp. & vacation pay. Please mail resume to: Mike Grysiuk Honey Farms Ltd, Box 1483, Neepawa, MB, R0J 1H0

Auction Sales

Timed online auction for Lillian & the Late Edward (Ted) Warburton Edrans MB

Bidding closes September 28th 6:30 PM

Auction items include JD 2950 MFWD with loader, JD 4010 diesel with loader, JD 410 backhoe loader, Ford 3000, case crawler, dodge D600 truck, 3pt attachments, antiques, tools and more. Find all the details & bid online at unrauauctions.com

Auctioneer Josh Unrau 204-871-0279 unrauauctions.com

In Memory

Donnie Sollner

February 19, 1944September 19, 2019

Beautiful memories, Silently kept, Of the one that I loved And will never forget.

Loved and remembered always, Kim

Thank You

Many thanks to Dr. Desilets and the staff of the Neepawa Hospital for their care for Bill. Thank you to Home Care for their compassionate care of him at home. Special thanks to Marg Hazelwood and Carolyn Harding for all their help and support. Many thanks for all the cards and phone calls.

God bless you all.

Beryl Tinkler and family.

Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ROSEDALE BOARD OF REVISION

Public notice is hereby given that the 2024 Assessment Roll of the Rural Municipality of Rosedale will be delivered to the Municipal Office at 282 Hamilton Street, Neepawa, MB, on or before September 8th, 2023 and will be open for inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 and 43 of the Municipal Assessment Act

APPLICATION FOR REVISION:

42(1) A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgage in possession of property under section 114(1) of The Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay taxes on the property, or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to:

a) liability to taxation;

b) amount of an assessed value;

c) classification of property; or

d) a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

43(1) An application for revision must:

a) be made in writing;

b) set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought;

c) state the grounds on which the application is based; and

d) be filed by:

(i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or

(ii) serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in public notice.

The Board of Revision will sit on Friday, October 13, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers of the Rural Municipality of Rosedale to hear applications.

Applications for revision must be received by the Secretary of the Board by 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 27th, 2023.

Dated this 30th day of August 2023

Melissa McDonald - Secretary Board of Revision

Rural Municipality of Rosedale Box 100, Neepawa, Manitoba, R0J 1H0 Ph. 204-476-5414

PUBLIC NOTICE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ALONSA BOARD OF REVISION

Public notice is hereby given that the 2024 preliminary assessment roll for the Rural Municipality of Alonsa has been delivered to the Municipal Office in Alonsa, MB and is open for public inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 & 43 of the Assessment Act.

APPLICATION FOR REVISION:

42(1) A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgagee in possession of property under section 114(1) of the Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to:

a) liability to taxation;

b) amount of an assessed value;

c) classification of property; or

d) a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

43(1) An application for revision must:

a) be made in writing;

b) set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which revision is sought;

c) state the grounds on which the application is based; and

d) be filed by:

(i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or

(ii) serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice.

The Board of Revision will sit on October 11, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at the Alonsa Municipal Office at 20 Railway Avenue, to hear applications.

The final date on which applications must be received by the Secretary of the Board is September 25, 2023 at 4:30 P.M.

Prior to filing a complaint against the liability to taxation, amount of an assessed value or classification of property, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Provincial Municipal Assessment Branch in Dauphin by phoning 1-866-282-0836.

Dated at Alonsa, Manitoba this 8th day of September, 2023.

Tami Dumanske, Secretary Board

of Revision

Box 127 Alonsa, MB R0H 0A0

Phone: (204) 767-2054

Fax: (204) 767-2044

rmalonsa@inetlink.ca

Coming Events

Fall Craft Sale

A Margaret Laurence Home Fundraiser

Saturday, September 23

Neepawa Legion Hall • 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Admission $2.00

For Rent

OUTSIDE STORAGE AVAILABLE

Year round outside parking & storage available for campers, boats, trailers, vehicles, etc. in fenced, locked compound located in Neepawa, MB at 615 Dominion Road (1/4 mi south of Tim Hortons)

Yearly Rate - $225 (GST included)

Contact Garth or Gail White 204-476-6085 or 204-476-0126 or email gab5877@hotmail.com

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IN THE MATTER OF the Estate of JOHN PAUL SYDNEY VERMETTE, late of the Town of Neepawa, in Manitoba, deceased.

All claims against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration, must be filed with TAYLOR McCAFFREY LLP, at their offices at 2200-201 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3L3, Attention: Diana C. King, on or before October 15, 2023. DATED at the City of Winnipeg, in Manitoba, the 15th day of September, 2023.

Letter: Other candidates worth a mention

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As for his character assassination of Dr. Jon Gerrard, a man who has been re-elected in his riding of River Heights in Winnipeg in every single provincial election in the past 24 years, Mr. Waddell must not be familiar with how Dr. Gerrard personally came from Winnipeg to the town of Rivers to help local residents in need to save pristine Crown lands from being turned into a quarry, when our own local Conservative candidate Cliff Cullen would not. The interest and concern of Dr. Gerrard was very genuine, even though this is not his riding nor has this riding ever elected a Manitoba Liberal – the party Dr. Jon Gerrard has proudly represented for more than two decades. In his column, Mr. Waddell goes on to admit his personal bias for the Manitoba Conservatives admitting he ran for its leadership and lost. He further declares that he suggested Dr. Gerrard leave the Manitoba Liberals as the party was a ‘fringe’ party and couldn’t further Dr. Ger-

rard’s career. The fact that Jon (and I do call him Jon as he is a friend of mine) refused to turn his back on the party and values he believes in just to benefit himself seems to confuse the right wing Mr. Waddell– which alone is enough to make anyone question any endorsement he makes for any political candidate.

Along with his endorsement of Agassiz PC Candidate Byram, he further goes to state that Greg Nesbitt– the incumbent Conservative MLA for Riding Mountain ‘deserves to be re-elected’ based on him being ‘smart, firm and he listens’– but with zero mention of anything he has personally accomplished for his riding. He doesn’t even bother to mention any other candidate of either riding– suggesting that they aren’t even worth consideration. The riding of Spruce Woods where The Rivers Banner is printed and distributed isn’t mentioned either, not once.

MLA Cliff Cullen with his young, lifeinexperienced, politically-groomed assistant Grant Jackson or that the Manitoba Liberal candidate, myself, has a strong history of community involvement across the riding, an education and background in business, lived experience to connect with families and marginalized people across the riding–a centrist candidate with strong fiscal and economic standing and a well established progressive social conscious.

Is that me being self-promoting? Absolutely. Because with biased local media coverage like that provided by Mr. Waddell– anyone challenging the status quo just doesn’t qualify for a mention if you don’t.

Michelle Budiwski

Manitoba Liberal, Spruce Woods

MLA Candidate for Rivers, Manitoba

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Notice Notice

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ROSEDALE

Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 13th day of October, 2023, at the hour of 01:30 PM, at Rural Municipality of Rosedale, 282 Hamilton Street, Neepawa, Manitoba, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties:

Perhaps he doesn’t want readers to know that his beloved Manitoba Conservatives are trying to replace former Spruce Woods

Editor’s note: Ms. Budiwski says I wrote a “character assassination of Dr. Jon Gerrard”. That is simply not true. Over the years and in the column referred to it’s obvious that I hold Dr. Gerrard in high regard.

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TO SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS TO MINES

AND OTHER MATTERS AS PARTICULARLY

IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN

6/7 ACCORDING TO A PLAN OF SPECIAL SURVEY OF PART OF THE TOWNSITE OF KELWOOD IN MANITOBA REGISTERED IN THE NEEPAWA LAND TITLES OFFICE AS NO.544 EXCEPTING OUT: OF SAID LOT SEVEN ALL THAT PORTION THEREOF TAKEN FOR LANE, AS SHOWN ON A PLAN OF SAID LANE ATTACHED TO OLD SYSTEM INSTRUMENT NO.160083 OF THE NEEPAWA LAND TITLES OFFICE - DESC 6/7 544

The tax sale is subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property:

• The purchaser of the property will be responsible for any unpaid municipal utilities and any property taxes not yet due.

• The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and costs.

• If the purchaser intends to bid by proxy, a letter of authorization form must be presented prior to the start of the auction.

• The Municipality makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold.

The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or bank draft to the RURAL

MUNICIPALITY OF ROSEDALE as follows:

i) The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR

ii) If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within 20 days of the sale; AND

iii) A fee in the amount $498.75 ($475 + GST) for preparation of the transfer of title documents. The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title documents in the land titles office, including the registration costs.

• The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction.

• The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.

• If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.

Dated this 1st day of September, 2023.

Managed by:

McDonald Chief Administrative Officer

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MUNICIPALITY OF WESTLAKE-GLADSTONE BOARD OF REVISION

Public notice is hereby given that the 2024 Assessment Roll for the Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone will be delivered to the Municipal Office at 14 Dennis Street E, Gladstone, Manitoba, on or before September 1st, 2023 and will be open for public inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 and 43 of the Assessment Act:

APPLICATION FOR REVISON:

42(1) A person whose name property has been assessed, a mortgage in possession of property under section 114(1) of The Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, the authorized agent of the person, mortgagee or occupier, or the assessor may make application (fillable form on www.westlake-gladstone.ca) (Click on Municipal\Tax Information\Board of Revision) for the revision assessment roll with respect to:

A) Liability to taxation;

B) Amount of an assessed value;

C) Classification of property; or

D) A refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection13(2)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

43(1) An application for revision must

A) Be made in writing (visit www.westlake-gladstone.ca for fillable form)

B) Set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought;

C) Set out which of the matters referred to in subsection 42(1) are at issue, and the grounds for each of those matters; and

D) Be filed by

(i) Delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated above, or

(ii) Serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice

Applications sent electronically must confirm appeal received by municipal office.

FEES

A minimum filing fee of $50.00 must accompany your application form (on website) with an additional fee of $10.00 for each $50,000 of assessed value of the property to a maximum of $300. The filing fee is refundable in the case where an appeal is reached prior to the Board of Revision sitting. The filing fees are non-refundable if a decision cannot be made at the Council level and the property owner chooses to file an appeal to the Municipal Board.

The Board of Revision will sit at the WestLake-Gladstone Municipal Office on October 18th, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. to hear applications. The final date on which applications must be received by the Secretary of the Board is October 3rd, 2023 between regular office hours Monday - Friday (8:30 am- 4:30 pm).

Prior to filing a complaint against the liability to taxation, amount of an assessed value, or classification of property, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Provincial Municipal Assessment Branch; phone 204-239-3320. Dated this 8th day of September, 2023.

Eileen Peters, CMMA Interim Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Box 150 Gladstone, MB R0J

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Tender

LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER

In the Rural Municipality of Alonsa

Sealed written tenders for the purchase of the properties described below will be received by: PRAIRIE LEGAL SERVICES, P.O. Box 480, Oakville, MB ROH 0Y0, Attention: Carli Owens LAND:

MULTIPLE PARCELS OF LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER

In the Rural Municipality of Alonsa

PROPERTY DESCRIPTIONS PROPERTY PARCEL NUMBER ROLL NUMBER STATUS OF TITLE NUMBER LEGAL DESCRIPTION APPROXIMATE ACRES or FEET (FRONTAGE) 1 305002939013/3 LOT 1 BLOCK 1 PLAN 465 PLTO EXC ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS RESERVED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN NE 1/4 35-18-10 WPM 0.020 Acres 2 306002939010/3 THE N 1/2 OF LOT 2 BLOCK 1 PLAN 465 PLTO EXC ALL MINES AND MINERALS AS SET FORTH IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN NE 1/4 3518-10 WPM 0.080 Acres 3 320003042864/3 PARCEL 1 PLAN 1157 PLTO EXC ALL MINES AND MINERALS AS SET FORTH IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN NE 1/4 35-18-10 WPM 6.850 Acres 4 321001706397/3 PARCEL 2 PLAN 1157 PLTO IN NE 1/4 35-18-10 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS RESERVED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN 1.390 Acres 5 352001492575/3

AT AMARANTH AND BEING LOTS 29 AND 30 BLOCK

1

Feet

66 Feet

PART OF ALL THAT PORTION OF NE 1/4 35-18-10 WPM LYING SOUTH AND EAST OF PLAN 23508 PLTO EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS RESERVED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN consisting of approximately 12.49 acres to be subdivided as depicted above and identified as “The Land” (hereinafter “The Land”).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE TENDER

1. Tenders must be received on or before 4 pm on 13 October 2023.

2. The Date of Possession will be 30 days after completion of the subdivision and the Land Titles Office issuing a title number for The Land.

3. Each tender must be accompanied by a $5,000.00 deposit cheque payable to Prairie Legal Services. Deposits accompanying unacceptable bids will be refunded.

4. Interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of The Land and not on the above or any other particulars or representations made by or on behalf of the previous owner(s).

5. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. The Vendor is not obligated to sell The Land, or to accept any Tender.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE SALE

1. The bidder whose tender is accepted will be required to complete an agreement covering terms and conditions of sale. Such terms shall include the bidder whose tender is accepted, in addition to the deposit and balance of the purchase funds, to reimburse the Vendor for all legal fees and disbursements, administration fees, Land Titles Office fees, survey cost, and applicable taxes associated with the cost of the subdivision, the transfer, and the below described caveat incurred by the Vendor (approximately $10,500).

2. In addition to the deposit, the balance of the accepted tender must be paid within 30 days from the date of notification of tender acceptance, or evidence provided that the purchase funds will be available under conditions acceptable to the Vendor. If the balance of the accepted tender is not paid within the set time the deposit paid may be forfeited as liquidated damages and not as a penalty.

3. Possession is not authorized until acceptable arrangements for full payment are made following acceptance of tender.

4. Any structures situated on The Land are being sold ‘as is, where is’.

5. All timber, mines, and minerals ownership will be reserved from any transfer and the bidder agrees to the registration of a Caveat on the title of The Land regarding same.

6. Successful bidders will be responsible for real property taxes commencing January 1, 2024.

For further information contact:

Carli J. Owens, Prairie Legal Services

Land

7 363202462069/3 AT AMARANTH AND BEING LOT 3 BLOCK 2 PLAN 449 PLTO EXC ALL MINES AND MINERALS AS SET FORTH IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN SW 1/4 1-19-10 WPM

8 376002021465/3 AT AMARANTH AND BEING LOT 15 BLOCK 2 PLAN 449 PLTO IN SW 1/4 1-19-10 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS RESERVED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN

9 389001483341/3 LOTS 28 AND 29 BLOCK 2 PLAN 449 PLTO IN SW 1/4 1-19-10 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS RESERVED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN

10 392001491693/3 AT AMARANTH AND BEING LOTS 30 AND 31 BLOCK

2 PLAN 449 PLTO IN SW 1/4 1-19-10 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS RESERVED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN

11 394002939067/1 LOTS 32 AND 33 BLOCK 2 PLAN 449 PLTO EXC ALL MINES AND MINERALS AS SET FORTH IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN SW 1/4 1-19-10 WPM

12 431102171996/1 AT AMARANTH AND BEING LOT 2 PLAN 22284 PLTO IN SW 1/4 1-19-10 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS, AND SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS RESERVED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN

13 474001840972/3 PARCEL A PLAN 23508 PLTO IN E 1/2 35-18-10 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE TENDER

1. Tenders must be received on or before 4 pm on 13 October 2023.

0.090 Acres

33 Feet

66 Feet

66 Feet

66 Feet

5.570 Acres

23.94 Acres

2. Each tender must be accompanied by a cheque payable to Prairie Legal Services in the full sum of the tender offered. Tender purchase funds accompanying unacceptable bids will be refunded.

3. Tenders may be submitted for one or more parcels.

4. Each tender must specify the Property Parcel Number(s) the interested party wishes to purchase.

5. Interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property and not on the above or any other particulars or representations made by or on behalf of the Vendor.

6. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. The Vendor is not obligated to sell the properties, or to accept any Tender.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE SALE

1. The bidder whose tender is accepted will be required to complete an agreement covering terms and conditions of sale. Such terms shall include the bidder whose tender is accepted, in addition to the tender purchase funds, to reimburse the Vendor for all legal fees and disbursements, administration fees, Land Titles Office fees, and applicable taxes associated with the cost of the transfer, and the below described caveat incurred by the Vendor. Said reimbursement funds must be paid within 30 days from the date of notification of tender acceptance, or evidence provided that the funds will be available under conditions acceptable to the Vendor.

2. Possession is not authorized until acceptable arrangements for full payment are made following acceptance of tender.

3. All timber, mines, and minerals ownership will be reserved from any transfer and the bidder agrees to the registration of a Caveat on the title of The Land regarding same.

4. Successful bidders will be responsible for real property taxes commencing January 1, 2024. For further information contact:

Carli J. Owens, Prairie Legal Services P.O. BOX 480, Oakville, MB R0H 0Y0, Phone: 204-872-5779

Fax: 204-267-7381

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A concrete surprise for KK2

PHOTO BY KEN WDDELL

Land is switching hands in downtown Neepawa. This time it’s parking lots. The site of the former Resource Centre on Davidson Street, owned by KK2 Assisted Living is up for sale. To replace that lot, KK2 bought the parking lot behind Red Apple. KK2 spokesman, Grant Lukin said, “That lot was part of the Hamilton Hotel parcel and we bought it.” The Hamilton Hotel burned down many years ago. Lukin got a nice surprise as when they asked P. Baker Backhoe to move the dirt off the surface and develop it as a parking lot, they found it was already paved. “The pavement is about six inches thick on that lot.” That will make it a bit easier and cheaper to set up the new lot which will also have a green space for residents to enjoy. Huge concrete “lego” style blocks were arranged around the perimeter to shore up the edge of the lot.

Help Wanted

FOODS

Production Worker

Why join our team?

HyLife is a global leader in food processing. Our vision is to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we need talented people like you to join our team. HyLife creates limitless opportunities for passionate individuals, and we have an exciting new career opportunity located in Neepawa, MB for you to explore!

The current starting wage is $16.10/hour

PLUS opportunities for pay increases and competitive bonuses.

Our wage bracket extends to $24.05 per hour

We Will Train the Right Candidate

Quick Facts:

• Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world

• Fully integrated facility – Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant

• 4000+ employees worldwide

• We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment

What we can offer you:

• Competitive Wage

• Vacation

• Benefits package – dental coverage, vision care, extended health care, & more!

• Secure, stable, and permanent full-time employment

• PM Shift Premium

• Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression

• Employee Referral program - $500!

• Multiple Shift Options

• Free parking

• Company events

• And more!!!!

Your duties may include:

• Slaughtering hogs (eviscerate, hide removal, etc.)

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

• Maintaining our sanitation program

We are looking for people who are:

• Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role

• Capable of repetitive manual tasks and standing for long periods of time

• Open to working in colder/warmer environments

• Experience as an industrial butcher or trimmer is an asset

Ways to apply:

Online at http://hylife.com/current-opportunities/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. HyLife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.

We want it to be YOU! Come join our HyLife team.

We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is hiring an ASSISTANT MANAGER at our GAS BAR/C-STORE in GLADSTONE, MB.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs

What you’ll do:

Duties to include, but not limited to, assisting the manager with the day to day operations of the Gas Bar/C-Store, customer service, processing customer transactions, ordering/receiving, merchandising, stocking, general housekeeping duties, staff training and supervision.

Who you are:

- Excellent customer service skills

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills

- Highly efficient organizational skills

- Strong leadership skills

- Gas Bar/C-Store and/or supervisory experience

- Computer skills are an asset

- Highly motivated

- Must be available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends

This position will remain open until filled. At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we are working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Apply online at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs or contact us at s.rempel@neepawagladstonecoop.com for more information.

Scan the QR Code to be directed to the job posting.

The Beautiful Plains Community Foundation Board is seeking an EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Beautiful Plains Community Foundation is committed to the growth and success of organizations within the Beautiful Plains region. Founded in 1995, we annually provide funding assistance via grants to community organizations.

The Executive Director position typically requires 20+ hours per week and is responsible for the effective management and leadership of the Foundation under the direction of the volunteer Board of Directors.

Duties include the following :

• Foster relationships with existing and future benefactors

• Work with Board Members to plan and execute fundraising events

• All duties as required in a 1 person office operation

• Interface with the Winnipeg Foundation

• Maintain financial reporting to meet auditor requirements

• Maintain historical records of funding provided to applicant organizations

The skills and experience listed below would be valuable assets:

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Organizational Leadership

• Experience on or working with a volunteer board

• Time management skills, including flexible working hours

• Verbal and written communication skills

• Understanding of the Beautiful Plains community and its non-profit organizations

• 2+ years’ experience in a non-profit, administrative or business environment.

• Experience with strategic planning and financial management skills which include budget preparation, decision making and reporting.

• Prior event planning, promotion and fundraising experience.

• Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, FileMaker, Word Press and Teams

• Valid Class 5 drivers license with access to a vehicle

• Diploma or degree in Administration, Business, Marketing or Communications

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please send resumes to bpcfinc@gmail.com

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Yellowhead Community Rec Centre Neepawa, MB Director of Operations

The Board of Directors for the Yellowhead Community Recreation Centre is accepting applications for the position of Director of Operations.

Under the direction of the Board, the Director of Operations (Director) is responsible for the overall operation and management of the Yellowhead Community Recreation Centre.

The Director will work to establish and implement the vision and direction for the Centre’s programs and services to ensure they meet the needs of the community and will build strong customer service and community relationships to support the Centre’s operations. With a small staff team, this will require the Director to balance oversight with direct service delivery, while identifying and capitalizing on new opportunities to generate revenue & utilization of the facility.

Qualifications/Experience

• Post Secondary education in business, marketing, recreation management, or related field

• Minimum two years in a management, director, supervisory role in related environment

• Excellent project, organizational and time management skills

• Proficient at programming and special event planning

• Superior communication, marketing, grant application experience

• Solid financial management, budget preparation and analyzation experience

• Possess the ability to work with the public and volunteers

• Upbeat, outgoing, positive, creative and enthusiastic attitude

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence & access to vehicle

Position Conditions

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity.

Rate of Pay & Benefits

Dependent on qualifications and experience.

Details

Position Description available: www.yellowheadcentre.com or email: jacobsen@mymts.net

Resume with Cover Letter accepted until 4:00pm Sept. 29, 2023

Submit via email to: jacobsen@mymts.net

The Yellowhead Board thanks all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Posted: June 9th, 2023

Gladstone Legion Celebrates

Legion Week – September 17 - 23

Sunday, September 17th is the beginning of Legion Week in Canada. Gladstone Legion has many activities to celebrate this special week.

Sunday, Sept. 17: United Church Service 10:30 a.m. Gladstone Legion members will attend.

Monday, Sept. 18: Crosses will be laid on Veterans’ graves at Gladstone Cemetery at 1:30 p.m.

Early Bird Membership Drive from 2:00-4:00 at the Gladstone Legion.

Tuesday, Sept. 19: Parade from Legion to Cenotaph at 11:30 to commemorate the 100-year rededication of the Cenotaph. Light lunch to follow at the Clubroom for Veterans, widows, members, and invited guests. An afternoon of fellowship to follow.

Friday, Sept 22: Pig Roast BBQ Supper Take out for 5:00 p.m. call 204-385-2525 Sit down Supper at 5:30

Adults: $15.00, 6 – 12 yrs. $10.00 6 & under Free

Saturday, Sept. 23: Regular Meat Draw and Chase The Ace

BanneR Banner & Press

September

Full page $1,399

Half page $859

1/4 page $499

1/8 page $289

Business card $119

Wide circulation of 10,000 farms, businesses & households

Contact Ken Waddell or Joel Asselstine at 204-476-3401

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HyLife deepens investment in Manitoba with the opening of new global headquarters

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HyLife, Canada’s leading pork producer, marks the official relocation of its headquarters to Steinbach.

The move is a significant milestone in the company’s journey. Spanning an impressive 47,462 square feet, the new HyLife headquarters is situated in the Millbrook Market development, strategically located in the heart of Steinbach.

“This is more than a building; it is a new home and anchor for HyLife that we hope will become a community landmark,” said Grant Lazaruk, President & Chief Executive Officer, HyLife. “After several years envisioning, planning, and building, we look forward to settling in and collaborating in this world-class space.”

Steinbach’s Mayor, Earl Funk, was on hand to celebrate the grand opening, and is confident that this move will give the city an economic boost.

“We anticipate that the opening of this state-of-theart facility will influence other large businesses to move here, further solidifying Steinbach as a center for high-tech agribusiness opportunities. With HyLife’s operations having the international scope, we look forward to this opening bringing Steinbach recognition, not only at the local table, but at the global table as well,” shared Funk.

Rural Manitoba’s construction industry is also feeling the positive impact. HyLife prioritized homegrown partnerships throughout the project, three Way Builders and PennLite were responsible for construction and electric/mechanical work, while Manitoba’s Cibinel Architecture oversaw the design.

“A remarkable aspect that stood out was HyLife’s profound dedication to nurturing the local economy; an astounding majority – over two thirds – of the project was skillfully executed by gifted local tradespeople and suppliers. This profound alignment with the community echoes the deep-rooted values of

HyLife, exemplified not just through their presence at local events, but as an organic extension of their core belief in enriching their communities,” said Nic Thiessen, President, Three Way Builders.

Sustainability was also key in the construction of the headquarters, with various eco-friendly features integrated into its design. The four-story structure maximizes natural light, thanks to a full south-facing wall adorned with over 10,817 square feet (about twice the area of a basketball court) of reflective low E glass.

The building incorporates energy-efficient walls and materials and electric vehicle charging stations, encouraging sustainable transportation. The hydronic HVAC system provides optimal employee temperature comfort.

“Witnessing HyLife’s unwavering commitment to excellence, we were truly inspired by the meticulous attention given to crafting a cutting-edge, comfortable and professional environment that focused on their teams needs and success,” shared Thiessen.

HyLife’s dedication to employee well-being and collaboration is evident throughout the building. Each employee’s workspace offers a connection

to nature, with window views of a retention pond and landscaped area. Additionally, the headquarters boasts collaboration spaces, coffee stations conveniently located on every floor, and a 2,000 square foot fitness center for employees and their families to use.

To commemorate this momentous occasion, HyLife has released a special time-lapse video that captures the entire construction process. With its modern design, eco-friendly features, and focus on employee wellbeing, the headquarters sets the stage for a new era of success and innovation for HyLife.

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“What a historic mo ment for our community, as we celebrate the opening of the brand new HyLife Headquarters, right here in Steinbach.” -Earl Funk, Mayor, City of Steinbach.

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“Our company’s roots are in Manitoba, so it makes sense to give an opportunity to local businesses. More than two-thirds of the

tradespeople that built our new HyLife headquarters are directly from the Steinbach area. We are proud of this rural collaboration.”

-Kevin Barkman, Senior VP Infrastructure and Environmental Affairs, HyLife.

The majority of our hog production operations are located close to home. Southern Manitoba (where HyLife began in 1994) hosts many of our barns, three feed mills, transportation fleet hub, and corporate head office.

Our flagship pork plant in Neepawa, MB has been designed to meet robust and stringent specifications for global customers. Hog production operations also span into Eastern Saskatchewan, as do genetics and R&D programs in Québec.

About HyLife HyLife is a fully integrated producer of premium pork. Founded in 1994 in Southeast, Manitoba, the company operates feed, barn, fleet, and pork plant facilities in Canada. HyLife has 2,500 employees and produces 3.4 million hogs annually.

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The exterior of HyLife’s new headquarters building, located in Steinbach.

Npa. Newcomers Coat Room receives warm response Biking for MS at Riding Mountain

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“You can thrive in winter… I still have to wrap my head around it, but I want to highlight community things that are going on in the winter, like our outdoor trails and rink,” Milligan explained. “Those things that people would naturally come across, but in those first years you’re trying to adjust you don’t know are there. Getting those in their hands right away and providing some encouragement.”

According to Milligan, the community’s response to this initiative has been incredible. NNCR has been working closely with Neepawa and Area Immigrant Settlement Services, Neepawa Community Ministries Centre (Salvation Army) and Filipino Canadians of Neepawa and Area (FilCan). Volunteer interest has been expressed by members of these organizations, with any individuals who meet NNCR’s criteria also being directed to them.

“The broader community

response has also been amazing. We held our first coat drive in May, with a collection bin at ArtsForward,” said Milligan.

“I was expecting to come clear it out maybe once a week, but it hadn’t even been out for 48 hours before Yvonne called and said the bin is full! I think the first four days, she called me every day to let me know it was full. It was truly amazing– it brought in 80 donated coats.”

Anyone wishing to get involved as a volunteer with the NNCR are asked to fill out the application that has been made available via their social media. Those who wish to donate a coat are also welcome to do so, as bins are currently out for their September coat drive at ArtsForward and the Prairie Alliance Church.

Appointments for a coat pick-up can be made via email at neepawancr@gmail.com or the NNCR’s social media. Monetary or coat donations can also be made via these methods, or via a designated

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McCORMICK X7 SERIES. MORE TRACTION, MORE EFFICIENCY, MORE SAVINGS. The X7 project stemmed from an idea as simple as it was innovative: use of a design which allows the engine and transmission to be mounted in the best position for optimized weight distribution. The result; enhanced traction and efficiency, improved fuel economy, and greater operator comfort. A revolution that makes the X7 series, with its 150 to 225 HP 6-cylinder engine, the most advanced offering available today.

McCormick has designed and built the X6 Series with an ambitious goal: to create a series of mid-range tractors that have the reliability and versatility to be able to respond to the real needs of every farm. Ranging from 110 to 133 horsepower with Standard and Premium models, the X6 Series is designed to be highly versatile in any job.

coat drive.

PHOTOS BY JOHN DRINKWATER

A fundraising event for MS took place in Riding Mountain on Sept. 9, with over 100 riders participating.

Pictured left: Jason Loewen from Neepawa took a moment at the Moon Lake rest stop to get his photo taken. At this half way point, Jason planned to complete the longer ride to Northgate.

Pictured right, left to right: J P Soldevilla, Chantelle Braun and Jen Navasca, representing “Fuelled by Hemp,”Manitoba Harvest Hemp Foods. Photographed at the Moon Lake rest stop before continuing to Northgate and returning to Elkhorn Riding Adventures, a total of 110 Km.