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Somebody must have been humming a George Strait song as this cowboy hit the dirt, albeit with incredible grace despite the fact that he was thrown from a writhing, bucking half ton of highly prized horse flesh. Saddle bronc riding was part of the Heartland Rodeo which was held here during the Souris Fair. In addition to saddle bronc, there was bareback riding, bull riding, roping, and more. Heartland competitors will continue the circuit before wrapping up in September. PHOTO/GEOFF FIERCE

Fair and Rodeo attendance holds steady by Glen Krby Organizers are pleased with the attendance at the annual Souris-Glenwood Fair and Rodeo last weekend, with an estimated 600 people passing through the gates. “We had a really good crowd on Saturday,” says Donna McKay, president of the Souris-Glenwood Agricultural Society. “A little less busy on Sunday but that was to be expected because it was just the Rodeo.”

In addition to the Heartland Rodeo, this year’s Fair featured a horse show, classic cars, slo-pitch tournament, and beer gardens. Also returning this year was a 4-H Beef Show and Sale. “We had six animals that showed and sold in the 4-H event,” says McKay. “It was great to have that back after a five year absence.” McKay says the turnout for the roast beef supper on Saturday was “phenomenal”. Organizers had prepared food for 100

and began running out of some items as more and more people joined the lines. With daytime temperatures in the 30s and humidity making it feel even warmer, keeping cool was on everyone’s mind. Spectators clung to bleacher seats under shade trees. Rodeo stock was regularly sprayed with garden hoses. “No doubt, it was hot,” laughs McKay. “Heat can keep people away just like rain but we did OK this year.”

The weather was ideal for the return of the Souris Parade with an estimated 100 entries taking part, a remarkable turnaround for an event which was cancelled in 2014 due to a lack of participation. “I’m pretty happy with everything,” says Darren Janz, who assumed the role of Parade Marshall earlier this year. “Even people who didn’t enter this time are telling me they will have an entry next year for sure.” Despite excellent turnout

for the parade, McKay says a lack of volunteers caused challenges at the Fair and Rodeo. “We rented two bouncers for the kids that never even got unpacked because volunteers didn’t show up,” says McKay. “We could have used more help in the bar. People were not stepping up as expected.” Many Ag Society members were on double-duty that weekend, volunteering at the Beverley Mahood concert on Friday night and

coordinating the Fair and Rodeo on Saturday and Sunday. The Ag Society is expecting a financial loss on its investment in the Mahood concert (see concert story in this Plaindealer) and will be anxious to turn a profit with the Fair and Rodeo. “If we do make money, it’s never very much,” says long-time Ag Society Board member Boyd McCallum. “Without sponsorships, we wouldn’t even be able to put on the event.”

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Images of Souris Ag Fair Day July 11

Top left: Riley Kohut shows her steer at the Beef Show, back after five years. Top right: Geoff Fierceʼs camera catches the rope just as it falls over the calfʼs head. Right: Face painting is always fun for the kids. Below right: One of Sourisʼs seniors decks out his ride for the parade which was revised after a yearʼs hiatus, much to the delight of the community. Left: Dismounting from a ton of bucking bull. Right: Restored to grandeur, Darren Janzʼs 1946 GMC truck is back in the parade just like it was in the 1950s; Below: The sand pile, tucked into the shade, was a popular place for kids.

Pictured above: Sandy Sanderson and crew cook up a feast at the Souris Flying Club Breakfast. Right: A lonesome cowboy walks off with his broken boot. At least he completed his ride, the only cowboy to do so! Below: One hundred and eleven floats came out to take part in the revised Souris Parade. Left: A cowgirl and her gorgeous mount seem as one as they take the turn around a barrel.

PHOTOS/DEBBIE BUTLER, GEOFF FIERCE

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What if you needed blood and it wasn’t there? by Darci Semeschuk What if you needed blood and it wasn’t there? You could die. You never know when you or someone you love is going to need it and if the trend continues, it just may not be there when you do. Blood donations are down in Souris. The Souris Health Auxiliary is seeking donors for Monday, July 20, Blood Donor Clinic which they are hosting at the Souris Community Hall. Florence Phillips of the Health Auxiliary says the numbers are down from what they once were. Indeed, the numbers are down. According to Mike Choi, Event Coordinator with Canadian Blood Services, Souris is seeing a 50% drop in blood donations at its clinics. “The numbers for Souris from 2011 to 2013 we would see 80 donations at our Souris clinics,” explained Choi. “Last year and even now

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we are seeing half as many. In fact there are 40 spots open for the July 20 clinic at the community hall.” While the drop in donations in Souris is alarming, Choi says it is following a national trend that has seen donations drop by 40% a year in Canada and there are many reasons for the decline. Individuals who have always donated may have a health condition that prohibits them from continuing. They may also be taking medication or have travelled to a country that is considered a Malaria risk. Students who are taking acne medications are also precluded from donating. The wait, for example to a place such as Mexico can be a year after you arrive home before you are eligible to donate once again. The list of Malaria positive countries is long so if you are unsure about your eligibility to donate, please call 1-888-2-donate (1888-236-6283).

Police were advised of a missing youth, however shortly after she returned. Souris RCMP has responded to several complaints of stolen items, including vehicles in the Blue Hills area, including OaklandWawanesa and RM of Cornwallis. Please be reminded to lock up your belongings and your vehicles. The Souris RCMP

While the blood supply in Canada is stable, Choi says new donors are required to keep the numbers strong. Additionally, younger people need to take up the cause. “Most of our donors are over 50 years old,” explained Choi. “We need to target the 17 to 35 years olds specifically because that’s where we aren’t seeing the numbers.” Choi believe younger people are busy with their professional lives and families and don’t feel like they have the time to make a donation as it can take up to an hour to complete. However, once that age group begins to donate, he believes they will be donors for life. Roughly every minute, every day, someone in Canada needs blood. Blood and blood components are used to treat a number of injuries and illnesses including various forms of cancer, hip and joint conditions, transplants, traumas such as car accidents, blood dis-

will be closed from July 14, reopening on Monday, July 20, 2015 for all administrative requests. Other HTA Charges: 2; Assist Provincial Agency: 1; False Alarms: 6. Souris RCMP-GRC Emergency: 9-1-1; Non-emergent crime: 204-483-2123; Administration (Criminal Record Checks): 204483-2854.

Long-time volunteer calls it quits Marie Peaslee (C) has been a long-time volunteer at Souris School. She was a common sight wherever a hand was needed. Marie has decided to retire from that role and she was honoured by the Parent Advisory Council and the Souris School for her many years of valuable service. Pictured (LR): PAC representative Loretta Turner, Marie Peaslee and Souris School principal, Guy Williams. PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER

orders and many others. Blood Donor facts: • Half of all Canadians will either need blood or know someone who will need blood at some point in their lives. • 1600 new donors are needed every week to help patient today and in the future receive the blood they need. Blood that is needed to treat cancer, for transplant and trauma surgery. • Communities need rally together because it takes many units of blood to save a patient. One blood donation equals one unit of blood. Did you know that it can take eight blood donors a week to help someone with leukemia? • Every 60 seconds someone in Canada needs blood. Over a long weekend there will be 5,760 people who will need blood. • Over a long weekend cancer patients will need treatment, heart patients will need surgery, and car crash victims will be rushed to the ER. Every 60 seconds, someone will need blood. If you want to help bring the numbers back up in Souris, call 1-888-2donate.

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Seniors Organized Services by Mary Ann Carlisle

Breaktime by Darci Semeschuk There is an immediate need for new blood donors in Souris. The clinics that are held here have seen a 50% drop in donors in the last two years. That is unacceptable. There could be a number of reasons for the decline as I wrote about in my story and I just discovered that since I travelled to Mexico in January, I am precluded from giving blood for one year. I have now cancelled my appointment and the 40 spots open on Monday, July 20, have now become 41. Experts tell me it’s because of a Malaria risk. Okay, that I understand. What I can’t figure out is what’s keeping others at home. They can’t all have travelled somewhere. Where are the young donors? Canadian Blood Services says that donations from people age 17 - 35 are very, very low. He says it’s because they are professionals and are busy with families. I say that’s a cop out. I was young once believe it or not, I had a job and three kids. I was busy but I donated blood. What I didn’t have? A cell phone, an Ipad, internet, Facebook, Twitter or Candy Crush. I didn’t walk into walls or traffic because I couldn’t take my eyes off my cell phone. I connected with my family because my nose wasn’t buried in a screen. That’s something that has started more in the last 10 years, so maybe these 17 - 35 year old professionals do feel as though they’re too busy to donate blood but in all reality, they are not. I do feel that the clinics could improve though. It takes a long time to go through the process of donating blood. Be prepared to use up a good hour. In the past I was frustrated with the clinics in that fact alone but there was one more annoyance. It might be my generation but as I write this, I have not had lunch. I had an apple at my desk. I never leave for coffee because I am simply to busy to close up and go. And if I did, who would answer my customers? I work when I am at work. I don’t feel “entitled” to a break. I know I can take one but if there’s work to do, I do it. It’s that simple. I attended a blood clinic in Souris that ran from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. My appointment was 4:00 and I was happy - first appointment, I would be out the door fairly quick. Not so. I arrived to find a line of people waiting in chairs while four of the six tables were empty. I asked why and the clerk told me that the staff was on supper break. I said, supper? It just started. She replied that if they didn’t take their supper at the start, they wouldn’t get it. “They’re entitled to their supper you know.” There it is again - entitlement. Well, I probably didn’t take lunch that day either. I am happy to have a job. If I have to miss lunch to get the work done, so be it. Like I said, maybe it’s my generation but if you can’t work four hours without a supper break then something is seriously wrong with the system. Unions have their place but sometimes I wonder if they’ve gone too far.

S.O.S. (Senior’s Organized Services) office hours 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Phone 204-483-3106. Located in Victoria Park Lodge (VPL). We are a non profit organization and have workers and drivers that will help you out for a nominal fee that will be discussed between you and the worker. If you need any help inside or outside your home, please give us a call and we will do our best to get you the right person for you to help out. We also have drivers to take you to appointments and in or out of town but we do want you to use the Handi-Van whenever possible but if it is booked we do have drivers. Cancer Care drivers are also through S.O.S. We hope you never need this service but if you do, just

Library Corner By Alexis MacLean

And now for something completely different... I have shifted time periods... by many hundreds of years. I have already mentioned in this column that I like the Mel Starr mysteries, set in Medieval times. So it wasn’t much of a stretch for me to get interested in a number of new books and series all set in ‘olden times.’ I have rather a lot of these on my ‘to be read’ pile for the summer, so I may as well start. Of this week’s volume’s, the poorest was The Alchemist’s Daughter, by Mary Lawrence. At best an average mystery, it tells the tale of Bianca Goddard, a woman who uses her knowledge of plants and their medicinal properties to make and sell remedies for various ailments. When her closest friend dies immediately after consuming one such remedy, the search is on for what really killed her.

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Congregate Meals is a wonderful meal where you can enjoy the company of others with good food and company. It is held five days a week at Crescent Manor and you do not have to live there to participate, just call 204-4833990. Victoria Lifeline Units are also hooked up by S.O.S. This is a service that will let you get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with just the push of a button. It will give you and your loved ones peace of mind knowing that help is just the push of a button away. Not all families live close by and this make it easier for all. Join us at VPL for these fun things to do: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. at VPL - fun exercises. Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m., at VPL - fun Bingo. Fridays, 1:30 p.m., at VPL - fun games. Thursdays, 10:00 a.m., at Crescent Manor - fun exercises. Oh, wow, as I am typing this we are getting a

rain, a real good, long needed rain. I offered my umbrella to one of the girls who was going out and it literally fell apart, guess it’s time for a new one. But we sure had a good laugh at the pieces falling apart. Made for a good smile for the day! Words to think about: Three little words to light the day, “God loves you”. Love can’t be measured or stored every day, It only increases when given away! There was an old owl lived in an oak, The more he heard, the less he spoke; The less he spoke, the more he heard O’ if we were all like that wise bird! Contentment Never look back except in forgiving, Always look forward, life is for living! That’s all for this week. Take care and if you ever have any questions about S.O.S., please come and see us or call us and we will do our best to explain things to you.

Toss in a constable in hot pursuit of Bianca, whom he considers a murderer, and various references to the plague and you basically have the story. The writing is clear but the history extremely sloppy. It seemed as if the author was trying harder to write something ‘in period style’ rather than a mystery, and she fails on both counts. Thankfully, Against A Darkening Sky, by Lauren B. Davis, was very much better. Set in 7th century Britain, it is essentially the story of a clash of cultures and religions, as Christianity arrives to displace paganism. Although it centres on two characters Wilona, apprentice to the area’s healer and seer, and Egan, a young monk sent to effect the conversion of the locals – a host of other characters are involved and are well drawn. The period details are excellent and true, and the story vivid and thought provoking. As often with such books, the language can be a bit off-putting to begin with, but one

very soon becomes accustomed to it. And the story is worth whatever small effort this takes. I finished the week with two books, Season of the Raven, and Season of the Fox, both by Denise Domning. Both follow the exploits of Sir Faucon de Ramis, the newly appointed “Crowner”, or servant of the King. His task is to examine all deaths, determine which are suspicious, locate the perpetrator, and assess his or her property, as such will be forfeited to the King’s coffers upon conviction. He is assisted in this by Edmund, an obstreperous and self-important monk whose job it is to record all the details. The interaction between these two characters forms much of both tales. Season of the Raven, was the better of the two stories. It begins as a miller’s body is found one morning wedged beneath the mill wheel. An obvious case of death by accident – the man was known as a drunkard and it is assumed he fell into the stream in a

drunken stupor, there to be drowned. But such is not as it seems, and Faucon’s identification of the killer will make enemies that will pursue him through further tales. The next of which was Season of the Fox. A merchant is found murdered and the murderer is immediately identified fleeing from the scene. He takes up sanctuary in the church, thus giving Faucon time to discover whether this murder really was as pat as it seems. Needless to say, it wasn’t. Both stories are short, easily read, true to the time period, and enjoyable. I have now moved on to a longer series – both in terms of individual book length and the numbers of books in the series, and will report on these at a later date. Hours: Closed Sunday and Monday; Tuesday, 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.

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Page 5, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, Friday, July 17, 2015 Davis. The 50-50 draw was worth $60.50 and Legion the lucky number Happenings by Gale Collinson

A small, but enthusiastic, crowd attended our meat draw of Friday, July 10. Taking home two packages of meat were Viola Logan and Norm

belonged to Bryan Jackson, a welcome visitor from Minto. The “Chase the Ace” pot was up to $400 and the opportunity to put it in his pocket went to Lyall Edgerton. The Ace of Spades did not cooperate and so we will

have a go at it again next week. Chris Janz and wife were visiting from Nipawin, SK. The Legion was very happy to be able to put a float in the Fair Day Parade and believe that Darren Janz deserves a VERY BIG THANK YOU for the effort he put in to make the parade possible.

Letter to the Editor Dear editor, An open letter to Grassland Municipality ratepayers: After attending both yes, two - financial plan hearings, I felt strongly you need to know how our new council, unanimously, passed the highest increase in the mill rates in many years, and possibly ever, for your 2015 property taxes. The process became a total fiasco, at best, in my opinion. With only two ratepayers at hearing one, and only five at the second, I believe many more were needed to give this council feedback. I live in the former “Whitewater rural” area and I couldn’t believe the tax levy bylaw, after first reading, was to hit our area with a 31.7% increase over last year, excluding school taxes. In my opinion, council this as totally unacceptable, without question. What in the world are you thinking? After hearing number one. I brought forward to administration that the bylaw had omitted 2.9 mills or $16,784 for for-

mer Whitewater, that being the debt payment for fire trucks and graders. This however was in the financial plan. Because the total mill rate was now to be raised in the bylaw, a second hearing was required. The May 15 deadline to be completed would pass and special permission to file late had to be obtained from the province. After presenting the public incomplete amounts of budgeted revenue and expenditures, also from 2014, ate hearing one, now, at hearing 2, we were given totally new revised figures for Hartney, Cameron, and Whitewater areas, also the actual and budgeted amounts for the past year, 2014. The mill rates for each area were all changed as the “at large” was now mostly divided up, similar to “pr-amalgamation” way of doing things. The tax bylaw was unanimously passed after second and third readings. Former Whitewater would now be levied an extreme 20.89% increase in mill rate over 2014,; Hartney a 9.88% increase; and

Cameron a 10.85% increase. I do not see why another first reading did not happen, when major alterations were done to the bylaw, since first reading almost seven weeks previous. Amalgamation is NOT the main problem. Reserves are apparently very low as investment income for 2015 is pegged at “0” after $7,782 was received in 2014. In the revised budget, $101,680 was removed form expenses, $65,000 of that amount was to have been placed in reserves. Conventions were reduced from $30,000 to $15,000, etc. Now post-election and pre-budget saw our councilors take a 59% increase for indemnity and allowance, the Reeve a 48% raise for same, the CAO received a 19% raise and our CFO, a 9% raise. We will be charged $119,650 or 47.4% more for operators and staff over 2014. This is all public knowledge. How can all this be justified in these times of restraint? According to the “five year plan,” more capital purchases with the same mostly borrowed

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money thinking, are planned. With accountability to us, the ratepayers at stake, in my opinion we have all been sold out by this council. These people are trustees of our municipal funds, and appear to have lost control of same, in their first year. If you voice you opinion, and I believe you should, please don’t buy the amalgamation excuse! I’d be interested to hear any comments when you see your total municipal increase- not including school taxes as they are a separate issue. I’ve been following council for over twenty years and not once did I feel it was unnecessary, now even more so! Thank you for space in your paper. Respectfully yours, Norm Gruhn, Minto, MB

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Souris Daycare featured in US book by Glen Kirby Children attending the Teddy Bear Daycare in Souris are featured in a new book published by an acclaimed US writer and available to readers around the world. “The author and I are very much on the same page when it comes to this art activities book,” says Daycare owner/ operator, Gill Robertson. “We believe that children benefit from creating art, learning as they go. The process, and not the final product, is what’s really important to their development.” Action Art: Hands-On Active Art Adventures contains more than a hundred art-based activities for children aged two to 12. Teddy Bear Daycare children are featured in five activities and their photos are sprinkled throughout the book. “Robertson’s daycare encourages creative art and the children who attend express them selves joyfully and openly through their art, ” says co-author MaryAnn Kohl, who has been publishing awardwinning books for children since 1985 and has gained an international reputation for encouraging kids to explore creative art. Kohl, based in Washington, opened a Facebook group in 2013 to find inspiration for her new book project and Robertson became an active member, sharing her ideas and pho tographs of art-in-process from the daycare. “I recognized that Gill had exceptional ideas and talent and recruited her as a contributor, ” says Kohl. Teddy Care Daycare, spilling out from the main floor of Robertson’s home to the deck and yard, is provincially regulated and licensed for eight children. “We’re always full,” she says, adding that children that may not be suited for larger facilities, thrive at her daycare. Robertson began her child care training in the United Kingdom where she lived until coming to Canada with her husband in 1995. After a stint in Alberta, the couple and their children relocated to Souris. Teddy Bear Daycare opened in 2010. “ It’s important to keep activities childdirected, ” says

Robertson, cutting apples for a mid-morning snack as children build a cardboard rocketship. “And there are no set times for art or discovery. No such thing as the wrong thing.” Kohl says, “ From what I can tell, Teddy Bear Daycare’s children are especially free in their creativity, exploring and experimenting without reticence of any kind, and thereby creating some truly magnificent work. What I like best about this kind of creativity is that creative children become adults who can solve problems, think up new ideas, and develop new ways of doing things. They will become important members of any community.” (Continued on Page 8)

Children benefit from creating art, learning as they go Children attending the Teddy Bear Daycare in Souris are featured in a new book published by an acclaimed US writer and available to readers around the world. Action Art: Hands-On Active Art Adventures contains more than a hundred art-based activities for children aged two to 12. Teddy Bear Daycare children are featured in five activities and their photos are sprinkled throughout the book. Pictured: Teddy Bear Daycare owner Gill Robertson shows new book to Grayson Bennet, Danika Kohut, and Angela Kohut. PHOTO/GLEN KIRBY

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Buyers’ market for Souris homes and businesses by Glen Kirby A Souris realtor says property listings are up and sales are down in the local market because of factors including lower oil prices and staffing decisions by key employers in the Westman area. “It’s definitely a buyers’ market,� says Glen Tosh, agent with Royal LePage Martin-Liberty Realty Ltd. since 2008. “ I have 40 active list ings in Souris right now, which is up 25%.� Tosh says the slowdown in the oil patch is affecting home buying across western Canada and Souris is no exception. “We’re at the whim of the oil field, � he says. “It doesn’t drive our market but it cer tainly is impacting our economy. � Tosh, who is also president elect of the Brandon Real Estate Board, says local sales have been further affected by cuts in overtime shifts at Maple Leaf Food’s hog-processing plant in Brandon and a slowdown in relocations to the Canadian Forces Base at Shilo. “A significant number of people commute from Souris,� says Tosh, explaining that many Brandon-based workers bought homes in out lying communities including Souris in recent years because of escalating prices and a lack of housing stock in the city. Tosh suggests that a home in Souris sells for approximately 25% less than the same property in Brandon, which has also buoyed local sales. The downturn means demand for lots in a new subdivision in Souris has been low although construction is underway along Forrest Avenue East. An Alberta-based buyer is the first to purchase one of the new lots and is currently building a home to either sell or occupy, depending on prices this fall. Previously, two other lots were reserved for landowners dis placed by the construction of a permanent flood dike on the east bank of the Souris River. Tosh, who has an exclusive arrangement with the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood to market lots in the Forrest Avenue subdivision, says the Albertan paid $50,000 for Lot B.

Later this month, Municipal Council will review an offer on Lot F that is below the asking price. Several Souris businesses have also hit the selling block. Robbin’s Fine Foods, at the corner of 1st Street and Highway #2, closed last month. Across the street, Sunflower Tea House is for sale but remains open. The former Uptown Lounge next to the Avalon Theatre at 94 1st Street, closed several months ago, was sold in June and new owners hope to finish renovations in time for a re-opening this fall. The Corner Closet at 5 Crescent Avenue shutdown the end of June and the retiring owner is considering offers for the business. The ParWest Drive Inn on the

Town’s western out skirts re-opened this season under new ownership after many years on the market - pur chased by the owners of the Woodfire Deli on Crescent Avenue. “I would say we are in a bit of a transition,� says Tosh, “ based on the age of our business owners. They are looking at the next stage of their lives.� Tosh says real estate sales in Souris were down 60% in 2014 from the previous two years and he says sales in 2015 remain sluggish. “ Local prices are holding but there are a lot of options in Souris right now ,� he says. “I have listings ranging from $79,000 to $400,000. We are seeing sales in the $100,000 to $200,000 range, the socalled starter homes.�

Downturn in local housing market keeps demand for lots low Property listings are up and sales are down in the local real estate market because of factors including lower oil prices and staffing decisions by key employers in the Westman area. Pictured: Construction is ongoing at Lot B, the third lot claimed in the Forrest Avenue subdivision in Souris. PHOTO/GLEN KIRBY

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Grand opening planned for Skatepark, kids session included by Darci Semeschuk The North End Skatepark draws kids for a new kind of fun in Souris. After years of planning and loads of community support the concrete structure is exactly what the committee wanted to see. “We wanted to build something that was going to last a long time,” explained Committee chairman, Kris Doull. “This certainly fits the bill.” Coming in at just over $100,000 raised by donation and grants, the Skatepark definitely fits the bill. Now that the Park is operational, all that remains is to finalize the landscaping, install the lighting and wall of recognition signs. “We are pleased with the work that has been done to get us to this point,” Doull stated,

stressing that despite a few kinks such as a lack of garbage bins and an extra recycling bin, everything is on target for the grand opening which Doull says is open to all. That will be held on July 30 and everyone is invited! Linda Ryckman, who has been an integral part of the Skatepark Committee, has finalized sending out invitations to the major sponsors and is waiting for final numbers from those groups. “The major sponsors are excited to be part of this,” she explained. “So far there are quite a few confirmed.” Another exciting part of theg rand opening will be the demonstration by two skateboarding groups from Winnipeg who have agreed to come out to the event. The first group is the Edge

Souris Daycare featured in US book (Continued from Page 6) Robertson agrees. “We don’t practice our A-B-Cs here but the children are learning how to become critical thinkers.” Kohl, with a number of awards to her credit including recognition from national parenting publications, received a crocheted teddy bear from Robertson with a backpack full of crocheted art supplies and considers the Souris Daycare owner a “fine friend”.

“Gill is one of those generous people who finds a way to help you and inspire you, even when you didn’t know you needed it,” says Kohl. “Souris is fortunate to have such a remarkable person in their community. ” Action Art, a how-to book for teachers, parents and children, with color photographs demonstrating art activities including painting, photography, collage and sculpture, is available at amazon.ca.

Skate Park Guys and another group of skaters from Sk8 Skates. In total thirteen skaters are coming out to help celebrate the occasion. The Edge Guys and the Sk8 groups are holding a skateboarding session for any local kids who wish to come out and get some tips on the sport. “The Edge will focus more on doing some teaching lessons and skating with kids,” said Caleb Elias, Edge Park representative. “And after the speeches Sk8 Skates can do a demo.” The session begins at 1:00 p.m. and is open to everyone. “This is a great opportunity for our kids to get some hands on training from these two groups,” said Doull. “In addition it will be great to watch their demonstration during our ceremonies and ribbon cutting.” The day will begin with the skaters session which runs from 1:00 - 2:45 p.m. Following that are the opening ceremonies with dignitaries and sponsor’s greetings. The skaters will take to the concrete at 3:40 for a demonstration followed by a beef on a bun supper courtesy of Prairie Rose Meats and the Souris Skatepark Committee. There is no charge to attend the event or enjoy supper. Everyone is welcome to attend the entire day if they so choose. And according to the Committee, they want to see you there on July 30.

Skatepark sponsoring training and tricks session Souris and area kids are enjoying the new North End Skatepark in Souris. After a long wait they now have somewhere safe to use their scooters, skate boards, and BMX bikes. A fun learning session with coaches and skateboarders from Sk8 and Edge Park members from Winnipeg will be held at 1:00 p.m. on July 30. All interested kids are invited to come out and learn some new tricks. The session will be followed by a free barbecue sponsored by the Souris Skatepark Committee and provided by Prairie Rose Meats. PHOTO/MICHELLE SEMESCHUK

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Half the seats empty at Mahood concert by Glen Kirby Attendance was low at last Friday’s concert in the Souris-Glenwood Memorial Complex and local nonprofit groups are on the hook for any losses. Complex manager Heiko Zinn says 331 came to see country singer Beverley Mahood, far fewer than anticipated and well below similar concerts held in Souris in 2014. “Attendance was not as strong as we had for Doc

Walker and Aaron Pritchett concerts last year,” says Zinn. “If we break even, we’ll be happy.” Zinn was a member of the Souris Events Committee, a group banded together to organize the concert with representation from the Souris-Glenwood Fire Department, SourisGlenwood Chamber of Commerce, SourisGlenwood Agricultural Society, and the Memorial Complex.

Committee chair and Souris-Glenwood Mayor Darryl Jackson says 750 tickets were printed for Mahood’s July 10 concert, and the Complex could accommodate a crowd as large as 900 people but sales fell short. “We were looking at selling at least 500,” says Jackson, adding those who did attend enjoyed a great show. Mahood released her debut album in 1998 and

also found success as part of the female country trio Lace. With several albums to her credit, Mahood turned to acting and television hosting in 2004. Her most recent recordings were released more than a year ago. Several Committee members suggest ticket sales show Mahood and opening act Ryan Keown are not names that local residents would pay $35 to see. (Continued on Page 11)

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Residents invited to tour museums by Glen Kirby All three museums in Souris will open next Thursday evening to allow townspeople an opportunity to re-acquaint themselves with the community’s history and unique artifacts. Hillcrest Museum, The Plum, and the Souris Railway Museum have planned a collective open house from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. on July 23. “The locals don’t usually get to the local museums, so this open house is an awesome idea,” says Diane McBurney, president of the Souris and District Heritage Club, which oversees operation of The Plum. “Everyone can tour all three museums, free of charge.”

“It’s a chance for business owners who can’t get away during the day to come out and see what we’ve got,” says Ferg Devins, a founder and operator of the Souris Railway Museum. “That way, when tourists go into the stores and ask ‘what is there to do and see’, they can steer them our way.” The three museums, located a short walk from one another on the southeastern edge of the business district, offer unique glimpses into different aspects of the town’s development. “The Plum is the oldest public building remaining in Souris,” says McBurney. Built in 1883, The Plum began life as St. Luke’s

“The place needs a reinvention,” she admits, pointing out that the tea room/museum has suffered with identity and raison d’être since the 2013 retirement of Averill Whitfield, a driving force in saving and re-purposing the former church. “As a Board and as a community, we need to think about how we can make the Plum work,” says McBurney. Next door at the Railway Museum, visitors can experience the thrill of driving a locomotive courtesy of a high-tech simulator - one of only two accessible to the public at museums in Canada. (Continued on Page 12)

Anglican Church on 5th Avenue West. Surviving fires and the wrecker’s ball, the wood frame building was relocated to 142-1st Street South in the early 1990s and re-opened as a museum and tea room. “The Plum is a piece of living history,” says McBurney. Outside, the striking plum and chocolate brown colour scheme has been accurately restored. Inside, rhubarb cake and butter-tart pie adorn the Victorian-era menu; history hangs from the brightly coloured walls. The servers no longer wear period costume nor perform short plays laced with local history, although McBurney says that may be brought back.

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Attendance low at Mahood concert (Continued from Page 10) “Maybe the headliner wasn’t as strong as needed,” says Zinn. “She may not be as wellknown as Doc Walker,” says Jackson, “because she’s doing more TV and charity work and is not so much on the radio lately.” An Edmonton bar cancelled Mahood’s scheduled performance last Thursday just hours before she was to perform because of poor ticket sales. The singer commented via social media, “Sorry to my fans in Edmonton who bought tickets to my show tonight. Cancellation has nothing to do with me.” Vern May, former Economic Development Officer in Souris, booked Mahood after scheduling conflicts could not be resolved with multi-platinum selling singer John Michael Montgomery. May began organizing the concert last year not through his position with the Town but

as a private venture. In the spring, after May relocated to Minnedosa for a new job, the Souris Events Committee formed to take over the concert with each local partner contributing $5,000 to cover performance guarantees and other up-front costs. Organizers expect performer fees, advertising, and venue rental to eat up revenue from ticket and liquor sales, and their original contributions, putting the not-for-profit partners in the tough position of having to fundraise a second time to recoup their money. Jackson wonders whether tying the concert to the annual SourisGlenwood Rodeo was the right move, as people may have been busy preparing parade floats and getting ready for other fair-related activities. “We picked the Friday of the Fair and Rodeo to tie in with the big weekend,” says Jackson. “I’m not sure the

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Southwest Cougars push back training camp by Grant Moffatt The Southwest Cougars open on the road in the upcoming Manitoba AAA season. The Cougars will visit the Parkland Rangers Friday, October 2, then play host to the Winnipeg Wild in their home opener October 3, at 6:30 p.m. The Cougars have pushed their three-day training camp back to the week

of September 11. The preseason tournament will take place from September 17 to 20. The Cougars will play 18 home games in Souris, with games in Virden on November 13 versus Kenora, December 1 in Deloraine when they host the Yellowhead Chiefs, and meet Pembina Valley on December 20 in Killarney

before the Christmas break. The Cougars will head north the first weekend in November to visit Norman and visit Kenora for a two game weekend the last weekend in January, The Cougar website has the complete schedule on it and will have information about the training camp later this month. Just a note in closing if

you are a prospective parent looking to have your son play AAA hockey, one parent will be required to take the Respect in Sport online course before your son can play in the league. This is located on the Hockey Manitoba site or has a link on the AAA site.

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Souris Fair Parade revised by heart and soul

Residents invited to tour museums community this size to have three museums is quite remarkable.” Dwindling tourism is affecting all three museums in Souris. The Hillcrest suffered a 90% drop in patronage in 2012 - the first season after the Swinging Bridge had been destroyed in record flooding - and visitor numbers have not yet returned to pre-flood levels. “If we look back 12 to 15 years, The Plum was seeing

(Continued from Page 11) “The other simulator is at Revelstoke, BC,” says Devins. “The control panel is exactly what you find in a diesel locomotive. The throttle, the brakes - it’s all there.” Devins says the simulator fees - $10 for driver and $5 for passengers - will be waved at the open house. “Souris is really fortunate,” says Kevin Bowie, Board member with the Hillcrest Museum. “For a

as many as 3,000 people a season,” says McBurney. “Last year, we had around 600. Make no mistake, the museums are sharing the tourists that do come to town and not every tourist is going to visit every museum.” McBurney says a committee with representatives from each museum is continuing to investigate new ways to collaborate and she feels next week’s open house is a good first step.

MUNICIPALITY

Phone 204-483-5200 Fax 204-483-5203

SOURIS-GLENWOOD

MUNICIPAL OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed noon - 1:00 p.m.

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First place - Souris Multicultural Association

NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING: TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2015 • 7:00 p.m. - 100-2ND STREET SOUTH

TRANSFER SITE SUMMER HOURS Wednesday and Friday 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday - 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

PLEASE USE HANDI-TRANSIT In-town trips: $5 one way • $10 round trip Pre-paid passes (10 rides + 1 free) $ (no expiry date)

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Dispose your used oil, filters and antifreeze and containers at the Eco-Centre located at the Transfer Site.

24-hour recycling drop off is located at 20 Pine Ave E (west side door). E-Waste is accepted large items may be dropped off at the Recyling Depot. Please avoid putting household garbage in recycling. GARBAGE PICK-UP - Please put your garbage out by 7 a.m.

To book your ride, call

204-741-0202 Monday - Friday Group trips are also available upon request, advanced booking required. *Casual Handi-Transit drivers required* (Class 4 Driver’s Licence) Please drop resume off at Municipal Office

BUILDING PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for renovations, new construction, additions, fences and accessory buildings.

Please contact the Municipal Office for information 204-483-5200 Building Inspector available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday only

AVALON THEATRE

Second place -Sadler’s Creekside Greenhouse, 1950s style.

FRIDAY - SUNDAY SHOWTIME: 7:30 P.M. Phone 204-483-5215

July 17 - 19, 2015

Inside Out Rated G • 94 min • Animation | Comedy | Drama Stars: Amy Poehler, Bill Hader, Lewis Black After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust & Sadness conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house & school.

July 24 - 26, 2015

Ted 2 Rated 14A • 115 min • Comedy (Coarse content, Language) Stars: Mark Wahlberg, Seth McFarlane, Amanda Seyfried Newlywed couple Ted and Tami-Lynn want to have a baby, but in order to qualify to be a parent, Ted will have to prove he is a person in a court of law.

CONSTRUCTION ZONES - Closed for paving until July 24 Glenwood Street South • The Drive (including access to south side of dam) Daphne Avenue East Thank you for your continued patience while construction is ongoing

PUBLIC SWIMMING POOL HOURS Saturday and Sunday – 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Daily - 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Except Monday and Wednesday close 8:30 p.m. Aqua Sizes: Mondays and Wednesdays – 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and Monday - Friday - noon - 1:00 p.m. Call 204-483-5212 for campground information and pool lesson schedule; or view website.

SOURIS VALLEY RECREATION SUMMER PROGRAMS Pre-registration is highly recommended for all camps! To register call 204-483-5214 or email souris.camprunamuck@gmail.com For more information visit: www./sites.google.com/site/souriscamprunamuck/summer-camps

WEBSITE INFORMATION - Send event details to events@sourismanitoba.com VISIT US AT

www.sourismanitoba.com facebook.com/townofsouris

Third place - Who ya’ gonna call? Ghostbusters! - Sean Deis , Nesbitt After a years hiatus, the Souris Fair Day Parade is back and it took a lot of heart and soul to make it happen. Darren Janz, who owns and operates Janz Construction in Souris, felt that the loss of the parade was a big hit to the community. He remembers when his family took part in the parade, entering a truck filled with community youth back in the 50s. He still has that truck and he was determined that he would get it up and running for the parade in 2015. He did just that and along with it, he inspired a lot of business owners, individuals, and organizations to get back out there and show their community spirit and bring the parade back. In total, 111 floats mustered in the bowl to take part in the parade on July 11, exceeding Janz’s expectation. It was a wonderful show of community pride just when it was needed. Plan ahead, he say, because 2016 is going to be even better! Sponsors for the day included Plaza Petals and Bigway Foods for float winners. The Chamber of Commerce sponsored the bike decorating with candy and movie passes. Timeless Treasures and Subway sponsored candy and cookies. The sand pile for the kids on Saturday was sponsored PHOTOS/COURTESY OF DANA STAM PHOTOGRAPHY by Janz Construction.

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