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Vol. 13 Issue 8
Celebrating 13 years!!!
Chief of Police Marc Robichaud Receives Outstanding Service Award Congratulations are in order for the Ste. Anne Police Department’s Chief of Police Marc Robichaud on receiving the Manitoba Association of Chiefs of Police (MACP) Outstanding Service Award for distinguished contributions to the leaders of Manitoba Law Enforcement. This award is given by the Association to a member that has made significant contributions to the Chiefs of Police Association and policing in Manitoba. During Chief Robichaud’s tenure as President of the Association, he was instrumental in developing its first Business Plan (2020-2023); hiring its first Executive Director in 2019; laying the foundation for its first Annual Report; developing the website and magazine; sponsorship program and more. He was also influential as a direct liaison between the MACP, the Provincial/Federal governments, committees and organizations. His leadership has provided the guidance, support and enthusiasm to improve and develop the MACP into an efficient and innovative not-for-profit organization, showcasing many initiatives to improve and promote the highest standards of ethics and professional policing practice in Manitoba.
January 2023
Local Fire Departments Fight Geppetto’s Workshop Fire
Richer Fire Department was dispatched to reports of a structure fire December 23rd at 2:03 am off of Highway #1. When Richer Fire arrived on scene, Geppetto’s workshop was fully engulfed in flames. Shortly after both the Ste. Anne Fire Department and Giroux
Fire Department arrived with water and manpower to help battle the blaze. The -36°C temperature and the frigid wind was difficult for firefighters dealing with freezing equipment but crews fought through it until just after 7am.
Curling Club Plans for Busy 2023 In a recent notice, the Ste. Anne Curling Club announced their schedule for the 2023 season along with a call out to volunteers to fill in around the club or work on a project. Along with league play, the Club has scheduled their Junior Bonspiel for January 21. Curling drop-in nights are planned for January 14 and February 11 which are perfect for those who want to try curling in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere, or for those who like to curl but couldn’t commit to a league. Their open bonspiel will run on March 17, 18, and 19 with the hope to recreate the great success from last year. They predict this will be extremely popular so are asking
everyone to keep their eyes open for more details and sign-up early. Their famous suds and spuds fundraiser will happen on April 28. The Club needs to upgrade its cameras in the facility and are hoping someone will come forward to take on the task to do some research, get some quotes, and potentially apply for some grants. Although often the league reps cover the bartending duties, they would rather have other volunteers to help out here. They are asking members to talk to their rep if anyone has their bartending certificate and can help out once and a while. You can even keep the tips! If you don’t have a certificate, you can easily get one at smartchoicesmb.ca.
Town Council Confirms Support for Development
By Dan Guetre
At a recent Town of Ste. Anne council meeting, councillors reaffirmed their support for their local Community Development Corporation (CDC) by assuring there is money set aside for it to operate. The mission of Ste. Anne Community Development Corporation is to promote and enhance development in the areas of economic development, entrepreneurship, tourism and community activities for the Town of Ste. Anne. The CDC operates as a committee under the municipal council. Additionally, all members of council, including the Mayor, were appointed to the CDC board of directors.
“Our CDC has purchased the old Petro Canada in town and we are actively looking to grow our CDC and become far more active to grow businesses in our community,” said Mayor Yvan St. Vincent. The old Petro Canada, also previously know as Amber Auto sits across from the Clearview Coop facility and the Ste. Anne Police Department complex. St. Vincent is hoping this site could be part of a larger plan to attract business and interest in the community. “We are looking for board members to join our group and we want to get the word out that the site is ripe for development for businesses!!” he added.
A Manitoba Poem It’s winter in Manitoba And the gentle breezes flow Seventy miles an hour At thirty-five below Oh! How I love Manitoba When the snow’s up to your butt You take a breath of winter air And your nose gets frozen shut Yes, the weather here is wonderful So I guess I’ll hang around I could never leave Manitoba Cause I’m frozen to the ground.
CREATING A VALUES-DRIVEN 2023 The start of a new year can bring inspiration and motivation to make positive changes and to focus strength in the areas that you may have found yourself struggling with during 2022. If you have been thinking about “New Year’s resolutions”, but are unsure what to focus on, or if you have never been into the whole “resolution” thing, here is a shift that may be inspiring for you. A resolution is defined as, “a firm decision to do or not to do something.” Life is ever-changing, and we as human beings can be faced with many experiences that are either within or beyond our control. Proclaiming a resolution as a firm decision to do or not do something may not take all factors of your life and relationships into consideration. Give yourself grace this year, and let’s redefine what this could actually look like for you in real life… Consciously or subconsciously, values are the source of all human motivations and decision making. They fuel our actions, emotions, and aspirations. What if you focused on your core values in order to build the framework for your intentions
and growth this year? We value what is important to us. Some of us are not aware of our values because we haven’t reflected on what is important to us. As we experience life, what is important to us changes. It’s important we feel safe, valued, and loved. Once these needs are met we then start to express and share our own unique qualities. We may start to become more conscious of how we can use our life experiences and qualities to make a difference to others. Our values are no longer simply responsible for our actions, but they start to drive us. We become values-driven. Imagine stepping into 2023 with a stronger sense of purpose; caring about how your actions affect people and the planet, and wanting to be around others who share your ethos so together you can make a bigger difference. True changes that are meaningful and sustainable in your real life, need to be driven by your core values. Take a moment to consider the values that are most important Author: Stephanie den Hollander Phenomenally You Life Coaching www.phenomenallyyou.ca
Ste. Anne Dog Park Being Discussed By Dan Guetre
Most municipal governments are requiring larger developments to reserve an area for community green space or pay an alternate cost. This policy is seen as beneficial as it accommodates micro spaces throughout the landscape with playgrounds and other recreation opportunities. At a recent council meeting for the Town of Ste. Anne, while the standard designated space was included in the agreement, councillors were a little more specific to what they wanted the space for. At the November council meeting, there was a decision to enter into an agreement with a developer for Green Space to be set aside specifically for a future dog park near Caledonia Road, a route near the east end of the community. While Mayor Yvan St. Vincent admitted the potential dog park
“is far from a done deal” there could be a time in the community’s near future where an off-the-leash friendly space is available for canine family members. “The ‘Green Space’ for a dog park has been a request of council to be included as a condition of subdivision,” confirmed Town of Ste. Anne CAO Marc Darker, “however the placement, look, size has yet to be established within the development agreement, that will only be this summer sometime.” A further caveat in the potential agreement placed on the developer would be to rebuild Caledonia Rd and pave it to the town boundary as per the towns servicing development standards. The agreement still has to be accepted by the developer and Town council has to approve a zoning by-law amendment. The zoning by-law change has already been passed through two readings and vote and will be enacted if a third reading is also approved.
Senior Encounter with Aethos Taekwondo at Villa Youville
Front row: Parker Greening, Thomas Sarkonak, Finley Chislett-Funk, Christopher Tata-Deku, Frederik Kehoe, Demian Sydoriakin, Colin Vielfaure, Emmanuel Tata-Deku, Annick Vielfaure, and Aubree Woodhall. Second row: Nicholas Sarkonak, Corbin Woodhall, Matylda Stasica, Julien Comia, Yakiv Sydoriakin, and Jérome Vielfaure. Back row: Melody Tardiff, Rynn Todd, Rya Bernier, Anna Diadiun, Reid Ammeter, Sara Ammeter, Charlie Tardiff, and Elisabeth Fust. Photo by Lionel Bernier By Lionel Bernier
Students and instructors from the Ste. Anne and Lorette branches of Aethos Taekwondo paid a Christmas holiday visit to the seniors of Villa Youville in Ste. Anne on Thursday December 29. This occasion was orchestrated by the Villa’s Services & Activities Coordinator, Joanne Comeault, and Aethos Taekwondo’s Ste. Anne Branch Instructor, Melody Tardiff. Twenty-five members from the Taekwondo club arrived in the afternoon for a demonstration of the martial art of Taekwondo. Taekwondo kicking techniques, blocks, punches, pushups on the
knuckles, and stretching were performed by the students under the direction of Fust. Matylda Stasica demonstrated her amazing flexibility by doing a full split to the delight and awe of the seniors. All the students had an opportunity to demonstrate various kicks and punches on re-usable boards. The best quote from one senior was “How long does it take to train them?” “Years” was the reply from Master Bernier. The highlight of the afternoon was involving the seniors in punching kicking paddles held by the young students who went from senior to senior. Many
smiles were evident and some even radiant ones with this interaction between young and old. Certainly, the timing of this activity for the residents of Villa Youville during the Christmas holidays was a welcome treat for everyone.
Local Winter Wonderland
Still a few days left to visit this local winter wonderland located at 46065 Hwy 302 (2km north of Hwy 1) in Richer. The last day will be January 7th. Lights are on every night until 9pm. They are accepting donation to be passed along to Earthdog Terrier Rescue of Manitoba. Monitory donations or any items for the dogs such as food, toys etc will be greatly appreciated.
Little Funk Library
Happy New Year Everyone! I like to think of January as a month of self-reflection. To look back over the past year and be proud of my accomplishments and acknowledge areas needing of growth. Every year I set a goal for reading a book a month, well 2022 I fell very short of that goal ( 3 books and about 20 chapter books read to my younger kids). This made me realize that yes I didn’t reach my goal and perhaps I need to carve out more ‘me time’ but in return I did get some awesome cuddles and ‘us time’ with my children. Perhaps BALANCE should be my word going into 2023? When picking books this year, listen to the inner reasons why something grabs your attention. Maybe that cookbook is saying you seek creativity, change or you’re just hungry! Whatever book calls/attracts you, remember there is a reason and that is a great opportunity for self-reflection.
Highly recommended books read by our household in 2022 are: Hold on But Don’t Hold Still by Kristina Kuzmic, The Break by Katherina Vermette, Prisoner B-3087 by Alan Gratz, Better with Butter by Victoria Piontek, Garfield comics, Thea Stilton books, and Magic Tree House Graphic Novels So Many Books - So Little Time The Little Funk Library #100068 Rhonda Funk- Steward