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School Taxes Set to Rise The Seine River School Board announced Tuesday that taxpayers will see an increase of 3.37% which works out to $55.25 on a home assessed at $268,000. Superintendent Mike Borgfjord says most of the increase is due to an enrollment growth of almost 4% this last school year. “Six teachers were put into the budget, three at the high school level and three in K-8. A small amount was put into reading recovery and some resource positions, and a half time occupational therapist.” Borgfjord says the board also utilized the surplus to fund some high school infrastructure for technology. “Needs for computer labs can be quite costly, so the board did use some money from the surplus to fund that to try to minimize the impact,” he said. “The amount of surplus is estimated at 3.2%, the province has a recommendation of 4% or under, so we are below the surplus amount, and I know the board took that into account.”
Food Bank Seeks Coordinator Accueil Kateri Centre Inc is seeking a coordinator for the Ste. Anne food bank. This is a volunteer position, which requires approximately 15 to 20 hours per month and responsibilities include registering clients organized according to their family’s needs, coordination of volunteers, managing the inventory and coordinating food distribution. According to Aurèle Boisvert, President of the food bank, they are looking for someone who shows empathy towards people in need, has organizational skills, has the ability to work independently and in a team environment, good communication and interpersonal skills, and has knowledge of both French and English. For more information concerning Accueil Kateri Centre, visit the website at accueilkatericentre.ca. If interested contact Boisvert at 204-422-9042 before April 15.
April2016
Upcoming Events Adult Technology class Will take place on Friday April 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the town of Ste. Anne office. Class fee is $15.00 Please Pre-Register by contacting Carolyn at 204422-6577 or email recservices@steannemb.ca Casino Bus Join us for a fun filled day. Our next trip is Tuesday, April 12th, 2016. We leave Steinbach at 8:30 a.m. with additional pickups in Ste. Anne and Paradise Village. We visit McPhillips Street Station in the morning and Club Regent in the afternoon. Must be 18 years of age or older. Prizes, cash and giveaways every trip. Bingo is played on the bus for those wishing to participate. For more information or to reserve your seat Call Marilyn at 204-326-4939. Bi-monthly overnight trips to South Beach and Folklorama Tours are also available. Eastman safety is offering the following courses April 8: FIRST AID FRIDAYS - Emergency First Aid/CPR C/AED only $60, April 9: Pet First Aid Course, April 15: SJA Emergency First Aid Course, April 17: Firecraft & Knife Skills Course, April 18: Babysitters Course & Home Alone Program, April 19: SSM Babysitter Safety Training Program, April 30: Emergency First Aid course, April 30 & May 1: Standard First Aid course, April 30 & May 1: CFSC & CRFSC course For more information visit www.eastmansafety.ca or call 204-371-1595.
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Town Commits to Skate Park and Splash Pad The Town of Sainte-Anne has committed to move forward with the construction of a new skate park and splash pad in 2016. The Town of Sainte-Anne is working with the funding partners to finalize the details with intention to initiate the project this year. As per their vision and mission statements, “To provide a welcoming, safe and health community” and “… to ensure a multi-generational population through improved recreation opportunities and desired amenities” the committee knows that recreation is important to the health of families and communities. With the support of the Provincial Government, the fundraising committee, and the receipt of other grants they are very positive that these projects can now become a reality. These new investments will not only enhance recreation but will make it easier for kids and families in SainteAnne and the surrounding area to stay active and have fun as well as encourage existing families to stay in the community and invite new families to explore the community.
Aces Top Podium
Shop Local! The 2016-17 RM of Ste. Anne/Town of Ste. Anne business directory will soon be in your mailbox. From contractors to vehicle service, it is the perfect resource to find someone just around the corner and boost the local economy. Shopping local helps small businesses who in turn, not only support their family, but support the local service groups and clubs. They also create local employment for a relative or friend. While it will be distributed through the mail, a few copies will be left at local offices and businesses free to pickup.
The Ste. Anne Aces became champions of the Carillon Senior Hockey League for 2015-16 season when they defeated the Steinbach Huskies on March 18 to win the best of 7, 4 games to 2.
Photo by Bill Delvecchio
“Funny” Breakfasts
Fundraiser Successful The Ste. Anne Lions Club hosted a Rumors fundraiser on April 2 in support of the Ste. Anne Elementary Breakfast Program. Organizer Cathleen said the Lions Club sold 78 tickets and raised $663 for the Schools Breakfast Program. The Comedian was the comical Chad Daniels.
Provincial Vote Set for April 19 A Provincial election is upon us and local candidates vying to be our next MLA are busy knocking on doors in Ste. Anne and the rest of the Dawson Trail Constituency. Candidates are Terry Harward - Liberal, Bob Lagasse – Progressive Conservative, Roxane Dupuis – NDP and David Sutherland – Manitoba Party. Remember to take time out on the 19th and vote.