SOURIS, MB • (204)483-2211 • DON SMITH
WE WANT to be
YOUR BODY Shop! • Free windshield repairs with $300.00 deductible or less • Windshield Replacement • Free Courtesy Cars • Guaranteed workmanship • Lifetime paint guarantee • Manitoba Public Insurance Accredited • Complete autobody repairs and refinishing
Vol. 131 • No. 17 Friday, October 28, 2016
$
100/Copy (Inc. Taxes)
No snow for Halloween!
Little ghosts and goblins are set to hit the streets on Halloween and it looks like it will be a pleasant evening. The Weather Network reports a mild 7º with no snow in the forecast. Please drive carefully so that everyone stays safe. The Souris Day Care will be Trick or Treating at 9:45 a.m. and several businesses, including Canada Post, Woodfire Deli, Whitfield Drugs, Souris Valley Foods, Meighen Haddad LLP, Western Financial Group, Ealing Computers (238 Dickson St. S.), Jackie and David Kirkup at JDK Holdings, and the Souris Plaindealer, will have treats on hand for little children who are too young to go out in the evening. Pictured: Souris residents are getting into the Halloween spirit! PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER
Local businesses cater to young families this Halloween by Darci Semeschuk It was just a quick call and an email was sent out to local business people but the response was overwhelming. Many businesses will be handing out Halloween treats to the very young families who are unable to take their children out for traditional trick or treating. “We just put out a call to our Chamber businesses that some families just can’t get out in the evening for Halloween, or their
kids are too young,” stated Chamber secretary Sande Denbow. “The response from the businesses was very good and they didn’t have much time to plan.” Denbow says their response says a lot about just how dedicated the Souris businesses are to their community. “We have a very caring group,” Denbow said with a smile. Each year the Souris Day Care holds a Halloween parade at up town businesses. Tara
Mills, who is the director at the Day Care, says they have been doing this parade for many years and the response is always good. The following businesses will be distributing treats to any young child who comes out on Monday: Whitfield Drugs, Woodfire Deli, Canada Post, Souris Valley Foods, Western Financial Group, Meighen Haddad, Souris Plaindealer, JDK Holdings (Jackie and David Kirkup), Kirkup Agencies, Ealing Computer Repair (238 Dickson Street S.).
WHITFIELD D UGS Your Healthcare Centre in STORE HOURS: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 pm Monday - Friday
Souris, MB (204)483-2155
the Heart of Crescent Avenue
NOW SELLING! 2 PHARMACISTS Colin McLeod • Darryl Jackson • 2 PHARMACY TECHNICIANS Cindy Sokolowski & Lyndsey Klassen
Page 2, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
SOS (Senior’s Organized Services) is located in Victoria Park Lodge 135 3rd St. South, Souris. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., phone 204-483-3106. The Flu Clinic is coming soon, Tuesday, November 1, from 1:00 -7:00 p.m. at the Community Hall. We don’t have the number to book for appointments yet, so watch for posters and it will be on there. Things to do with us at Victoria Park Lodge: Monday and Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - Fun chair exercises; Wednesday, 1:30 p.m. - Fun Bingo; Friday, 1:30 p.m. - Fun games; 6:30 7:30 p.m. Cory entertaining on the piano and sing-a-longs, too. At Crescent Manor Thursday at 10:00 a.m. come join us for chair exercises. ERIK Kits, Emergency Response Information Kit - Please drop by the office and pick one up or we will deliver one to you. These are important information papers you can fill out and keep on your fridge. It will contain your medical information, your medications list; you can name your proxy, in the event you need one to help with your decisions when you are unable to do so, and much more. Victoria Lifeline is hooked up by SOS. This unit will get you help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with just the push of a button! It will give you and your family and friends peace of mind to know that help is just the push of a button away at anytime day or night. Call us for more information on this wonderful ser-
vice. Cancer Care drivers are also available to get you to and from your cancer treatments. Call the office and we will do the rest for you, booking your rides, as long as you give us the dates and times of the appointments. Our drivers are confidential and reliable. We hope you never need this service but if you do, it is available through S.O.S. Congregate Meals are served five days a week at Crescent Manor at 5:00 p.m. If you would like to enjoy a delicious home cooked meal and good company, call 204-483-3990 and book yourself in. You will be glad you did. You can purchase some take home meals, as well. It’s a great time to visit and eat with others, too. The Handi-Van will get you to and from your in/or out of town appointments. If the Van is booked we will do our best to get you one of our reliable and friendly drivers. Special entertainment coming to VPL: Brenda and Dale Lyons, December 16, with Christmas and Country Music. Bruce Dunlop and his Three Man Band, Thursday, November 17. Everyone is welcome. Come and enjoy the music. TIPS: Always try to have a smile on your face, it doesn’t take much effort and it makes those you meet feel a little bit better that day. We never know what someone else is going through, and your bright smile, just might make their load a little lighter. We should all try to make our towns, streets, churches, and homes more friendly because after all, “it’s the people in them that
TENDER
FOR CASH RENT – SE Ÿ 21-5-20W (Fairfax landfill quarter)
ND 32 ND ANNUAL
Approximately 120 cultivated acres for three years starting January 1, 2017. Please tender for an annual amount. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.
SOURIS & HARTNEY
All tenders must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, November 7, 2016
Friday, November 18
Tenders marked “Rent Tender� can be dropped off or mailed to:
Cocktails at 5:30 p.m. • Dinner at 6:30 p.m.
Municipality of Grassland 201 South Railway Street Box 53 Minto, MB R0K 1M0
BANQUET & AUCTION Hartney Centennial Centre
TICKETS: $40/person FOR TICKETS PHONE 204-858-2051 • 204-724-0401
“Gun an Hour� give away.
Or 209 Airdrie Street Box 399 Hartney, MB R0M 0X0
count�! It’s so easy to whine and complain. Let’s try helping instead, in whatever way we can. That’s all for this week, We hope you have a safe and fun Halloween with all the little ghost and goblins who will be knocking at your door. Be sure your entrance ways are brightly lit! Take care and we hope to hear from you soon, and remember if you would like a home or hospital visit we would love to come and see you, just give us a call.
Highlighted calls for service in Souris RCMP area were as follows: October 17 • A vehicle was stolen from the town of Souris. Police have since laid charges against a local youth. Charges were also laid against several people in the mischiefs that were reported around town. October 18 • A local homeowner reported that his fence and two vehicles parked in his yard on Sowden St. S. were spray painted. October 23 Souris RCMP located a male sleeping in a vehicle in the wee hours of the morning. Turns out this fella was past his court ordered curfew.
Tsk-tsk. He was rewarded with a nice warm place to sleep in Brandon Correctional Centre. Friday FYI: Hey Folks, the Souris RCMP are asking for your assistance! If you are the victim of a crime, including vandalism or theft, or if you witness what you believe is a crime, please call 204-4832123 and report it immediately. This is a 24-hr number, which will dispatch a Police officer or at the very least, get you a call back! Reporting a day, week, month, year after the fact makes it very difficult to get the resolution you are looking for and deserve! Other Traffic (seatbelt): 1 Souris RCMP-GRC Emergency: 9-1-1 Non-emergent crime: 204-483-2123 Administration (Criminal Record Checks): 204-483-2854
CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY "VUP t 5SBDUPS t .BSJOF t 37 t "XOJOHT t 'VSOJUVSF
Our experts have over 45 Years of Experience!
LEN’S ALTERNATIVE RV & UPHOLSTERY
Ph. 204-728-4457 Toll Free 866-392-7468 2.5 miles west of 18th on Richmond Avenue, Brandon Website: www.lensrv.ca Email: info@lensrv.ca
Accounting Technician Administrative MNP is looking for an enthusiasticAssistant individual to join our team in our Deloraine RIÂżFH DV D IXOO WLPH $FFRXQWLQJ 7HFKQLFLDQ
Here’s How It Works:
NOW AVAILABLE! F’real Shakes & Smoothies
White Owl Service
Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers appear 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numberic clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
MNP is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team Responsibilities include: our Deloraine office as a part-time permanent ‡ in :RUN ZLWK $VVXUDQFH DQG $FFRXQWLQJ WHDP WR H[HFXWH DVVLJQPHQWV DF Administrative Assistant. cording to an approved plan and procedures ‡ 3UHSDUH DQG PDLQWDLQ SD\UROO DQG UHODWHG JRYHUQPHQW UHPLWWDQFHV ¿OLQJV Responsibilities include: UHFRUGLQJ RI VDOHV DFFRXQWV UHFHLYDEOH H[SHQVHV DFFRXQWV SD\DEOH DQG ) SD\UROO WUDQVDFWLRQV # " " " ' " ' !" " $ " ! #!' ' " ‡ 6HW XS FOLHQW ¿OHV DVVLVW ZLWK WKH FRPSOHWLRQ RI EXGJHWV DQG RWKHU DGPLQ LVWUDWLYH SODQQLQJ DQG FRPSOHWLRQ DVSHFWV RI DFFRXQWLQJ ZRUN The ideal candidate: ‡ ) &RPSOHWH EDQN UHFRQFLOLDWLRQV SUHSDUH ¿QDQFLDO VWDWHPHQWV DQG SHUVRQDO !" " $ & # " "' " DQG FRUSRUDWH WD[ UHWXUQV " $ "' !! # "! The candidate: % '! % !" ) ideal " ' ‡ &RPSOHWLRQ RI DQ $FFRXQWLQJ %XVLQHVV 'LSORPD RU &HUWL¿FDWH ZRXOG EH driven environment ) considered & " an asset " " ( " ‡ ([SHULHQFH ZLWK SUHSDULQJ 7 œV DQG 7 œV DQG NQRZOHGJH RI SHUVRQDO DQG # " ! ! % " "" " " " ) FRUSRUDWH WD[ ZRXOG EH FRQVLGHUHG DQ DVVHW " " " $ & % " ! " ‡ $ PLQLPXP RI \HDUV RI H[SHULHQFH SHUIRUPLQJ SD\UROO ERRNNHHSLQJ & DQG UHFRUG NHHSLQJ SUDFWLFHV RQ D PDQXDO DQG FRPSXWHUL]HG V\VWHP V
‡ ([SHULHQFH ZRUNLQJ ZLWK RU H[SRVXUH WR DFFRXQWLQJ DQG WD[ VRIWZDUH OurVXFK DV &DVHZDUH 3UR¿OH 4XLFNERRNV $J ([SHUW DQG 6LPSO\ $FFRXQWLQJ firm has been built on our core values of open communication, a balanced lifestyle and the notion that we expect to have fun at work. LV EHQH¿FLDO ‡ 6WURQJ FRPSXWHU OLWHUDF\ LQFOXGLQJ HIIHFWLYH ZRUNLQJ VNLOOV RI 0LFURVRIW :RUG ([FHO DQG 3RZHU3RLQW " " ! ' ‡ 3XEOLF SUDFWLFH DFFRXQWLQJ H[SHULHQFH ZRXOG EH FRQVLGHUHG DQ DVVHW
' " ! ! " " $ % % " " :H WKDQN DOO FDQGLGDWHV IRU DSSO\LQJ
To apply, please visit our website at www.mnp.ca 2QO\ WKRVH VHOHFWHG IRU DQ LQWHUYLHZ ZLOO EH FRQWDFWHG Deadline for applications: July 29, 2016
To apply, please visit our website at www.mnp.ca
Page 3, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
Words from Principal Guy Williams: Congratulations to the Rugby 7’s team whom, for the 4th consecutive year, won the Rugby 7’s league. With that in mind, I would like to take this time to acknowledge all the coaches and managers of our sports teams. Presently, at Souris School, we have both male and female students participating in volleyball at the middle years, junior varsity and varsity levels, rugby at all levels, male students in football and hockey at the varsity level. A very conservative estimate would be that we have 150+ students taking advantage of the opportunities that are being provided to them. Whether you are a staff member or a community member, the time, the energy, and the commitment you display are greatly appreciated. Without volunteers these sports would not occur and these students would not have a program to be involved in. I would also like to acknowledge the parents who spend numerous hours on the road and numerous dollars paying for fees, food, and drink. Thank you for providing your chil-
Cribbage players again used 5 1/2 tables during the evening of Wednesday, October 19. The best score was attained by Deb Robinson and Evelyn Harlton. Taking second prize was Joan Phillips with Norm Davis and Marnie Heath with Pearl Marshall ended in the third spot. Fran Vos again held the lucky ticket on the 50-50 draw. Fran has been visiting from Cal-
dren a chance to participate in these activities. Many life lessons are learned on the pitch, on the court, on the ice, or in the field. Lastly, I would like to acknowledge our students who consistently display positive attitudes and good sportsmanship. Each time you participate in these activities you act as ambassadors of our school and our community. Please continue to do a wonderful job representing Souris School and the community of Souris. Lifetouch Pictures We received the pictures back this week and they have all been handed out. If you choose to order pictures you can do so online or if using a paper order please have them handed back into the school by October 20. Retake day is Wednesday, November 9. Special thanks to Kendra Roberts, Cassidy Gordon, Chaz Will, Parker Janz, Aly Kowalchuk, and Lisa Gohl for taking the hanging baskets down. Left behind from the Summer Literacy Program: There was a girls straw hat and girls blue and beige sweater left in the library from the Summer Literacy Program. If they belong to you, please stop by the office and pick them up. Culinary Arts
gary. On Thursday, October 20, we had 23 people ready to play Bingo. Darlene Dooley was the loudest with three shouts. Making two yells were Cindy Balbar, Norma Dodd, Marie Neilson and Lee Johnson. Lee made her last holler on the Little House which was worth $31. Our meat draw of Friday, October 21, was a busy evening and some people were definitely carrying good luck charms. Joan and Irwin Harlton each collected two packages of meat; making a total of four in their household.
Chris Demer (also a family member) won a package as well. Cindy and Bob Balbar combined to take home two packages. The 50-50 draw was worth $130.50 and was won by Marie Holms. Ron Usunier had the opportunity to take home $1,109 by finding the Ace of Spades. This he was unable to do so we will have a go at it next week. We have received Volume 7 of the Military Recognition Books. If you wish a copy, please come to the clubroom. There is no charge for this very interesting publication.
As most of you know this year marks the first year that Souris School has a Culinary Arts program! This course has been offered to Grade 7 and 8 students. We are asking for your help. With the launch of a brand new course come a lot of expenses and our kitchens are currently lacking certain items that we need. If anyone has any kitchen related items that they would be willing to donate to our program it would be greatly appreciated! We are mostly in search of plates, cutlery, knives, bowls, and aprons. Any other items you could donate would also be accepted and appreciated. Campbell’s Labels for Education: Souris School started saving labels in the fall of 1999. Thank you to everyone who clips and saves those labels and UPC codes. Collections bins are at the School and Bigway. Any Campbell soup products/ Goldfish crackers/ V8 /V8 Splash and Fusion and V8 soups / Pace Salsa /Garden nay/ Habitant /Prego sauce are the labels/UPC that can be collected. If interested, you can go to www.labelsforeducation.ca for more information on this program. THANK YOU for your support and keep those labels coming. Dirt bikes and ATVs are not allowed to be on school property at any time. Anyone in violation of this will be reported to the police.
Our 2017 membership cards are now available. The cost is $45. Plaza Petals will at the Clubroom on Monday, December 12, to conduct a “Christmas Centrepiece Workshop”. Please contact or drop into the Clubroom for more information. Also planned is a paint night with Kathleen Legasse. Date is not yet known. Please note: Our Poppy Campaigners will be out on the streets with baskets full of poppies on Tuesday, November 1. Please have lights on so they have no difficulty getting to your doors. They will be meet-
ing at the Legion around 6:00 p.m. and then going out. As usual, our Remembrance Day Service will be in the Community Hall starting at 10:45 a.m. on Friday, November 11. This is an opportunity to pay tribute to those men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep our country safe and free. Everyone is welcome to attend. Please take the time to do so. Also, since Remembrance Day is on Friday this year, our meat draw will be on Saturday, November 12, starting at 5:00 p.m.
Bridge results for October 18 are as follows: 1st Don and Alva Doherty; 2nd Keith Davison and Elinor Birks; 3rd Sharon Zilky and Amerlia Morden. Floor Shuffle results for October 19 are as follows: 1st Mona Canning and Tom Draper; 2nd Loreen Brown and Ron Ramsey; 3rd Lucy Ramsey and Eugene Kowalchuk. 500 results for October 20 are as follows: 1st Willie McKenzie and Ron Ramsey; 2nd Pearl Marshal and Margaret Greaves; 3rd: Lucy Ramsey and Alex Hardy.
Newspapers reach educated, high-income earners better than other media, which makes advertising in the newspaper an awfully smart choice. NEWSPAPERS. THE MOST TRUSTED MEDIUM.
LOGO
Page 4, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
Trick-or-treating doesn’t have to be scary
CAA Manitoba shares Halloween tips for motorists and pedestrians WINNIPEG, October 26, 2016 – As people across the province get into the spooky spirit of Halloween, CAA Manitoba shares tips to help keep the community safe on October 31. “Trick-or-treating is exciting, and kids may not look or wait to cross the street on Halloween night. Drivers should be extra mindful and ready to stop or yield,” said Erika Miller, Public and Media Relations Specialist for CAA Manitoba. “We encourage families to teach their kids about road safety for Halloween night and throughout the year.” CAA Manitoba reminds the community that children tend to go out for Halloween in the areas
they commonly walk in. Schools and playgrounds are popular gathering places for kids who meet to trick-or-treat together. Motorists are reminded that there may be an increase in traffic in and around school zones, so it’s good practice to slow down more than usual when approaching crosswalks or intersections. When using a school parking lot, drivers should be aware that there may be small children out of view, and should look around and go slow. Halloween safety tips for parents, pedestrians and motorists: • Costumes with masks can limit vision. Using makeup is best but if a mask is a must, it should fit properly and allow the person to easily see out.
• As much as possible, use reflective tape on costumes and carry a flashlight for safety. • Some parents drive their kids to trick-or-treat. Pedestrians and drivers should be mindful of motorists who may pull over to let children in and out of vehicles. • When passing a vehicle on Halloween, always assume a child could open or exit from a door on the driver’s side. • Communication is key: both pedestrians and drivers should make eye contact and signal their intentions. If possible, drivers should avoid driving during peak trick-or-treating hours on Halloween night and choose an alternate time to go out.
Southwest Horizon School Division meeting minutes These minutes are being released as an unofficial record of the meeting and are subject to amendment/ratification at the next regular board meeting of the School Board The regular meeting of the Southwest Horizon School Division was held on Wednesday, October 12, 2016, at 2:35 p.m. in Hartney School. Trustees present were Scott Perkin (chair), Cindy Cassils, Allan Downey, Michelle Edwards, Janice McDonald, Chris Page, Linda Phillips. Administration present were Carolyn Cory, Kevin Zabowski. Recording secretary – Michelle Blades. Regrets: Sven Kreusch (vice-chair), Penny Oliver. Adoption of Agenda There was one addition to the meeting – in-camera. Edwards/Downey: Be it resolved that we adopt the agenda, as amended. Carried. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meetings Cassils/Page: Be it resolved that we approved the minutes of the regular Board meeting of September 28, 2-16, as circulated. Carried. In Camera Page/Edwards: Be it resolved that the Board move into in-camera session. Carried The Board moved into in-camera session at 2:37 p.m. Edwards/Downey: Be it resolved that the Board move out of in-camera session. Carried. The Board moved out of in-camera session at 4:15 p.m. Presentations and Delegations • Amber Kirkup – MNP auditor The audited accounts were reviewed with the Board. McDonald/Phillips: Be it resolved that the audited Financial Statements of Southwest Horizon School Division for the period July 2015 to June 2016 be received by the Board. A copy signed by the chairperson and submitted to Manitoba Education. Carried. • Ian Scott - Study Manitoba. Ian Scott gave a presentation to the Board on the Study Manitoba International Student Program. Study Manitoba is an International Student Program run by a consortium of 5 school divisions – Beautiful Plains, Fort La Bosse, Rolling River, Turtle Mountain and Southwest Horizon. During the
past 8 years this international education program has hosted 383 students from the ages of 9-19. For this current school year there are 89 students (32.3 FTE) being hosted, with more students due to arrive in the second term. Cassils/Downey: Be it resolved that the Board move into in-camera session. Carried. The Board moved into in-camera session at 7:18 p.m. Bussing Request Delegation (incamera) Edwards/Cassils: Be it resolved that the Board move out of in-camera session. Carried. The Board moved out of in-camera session at 8:35 p.m. In Camera Phillips/Page: Be it resolved that we approve the staffing report, as presented. Carried. Administration Reports and Actions The superintendent report to the Board included the following: • Pierson student honoured – Jessica Mayes graduated from Pierson School in June 2016 and is currently enrolled in Environmental Science Studies at McGill University. Jessica was the recipient of a scholarship from We.org and will take part in WE Day Toronto on October 19. She is described as an environmental sustainability advocate, co-founder of Pierson School’s Social Justice Group and Sustainability Group. • Publication of Satisfaction Surveys – Satisfaction Surveys for Melita and Deloraine School will be published on the Division website by the end of this week. • MASS presentation – The superintendent currently sits on the Professional Development Committee for the Manitoba Association of School Superintendents. Our Fall Members meeting was held in Winnipeg on October 7. Topics included the Accessibility Act, student travel, and a brief session with Deputy Minister, Bram Strain. I was one of three superintendents who presented during the student travel session, sharing SHSD’s current travel procedure. • Division Planning and Reporting – The Superintendent, Director of Student Services and Curriculum Coordinator reviewed our proposed Division
SOURIS PLAINDEALER Serving Souris & District since 1892
Box 488 Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0 Ph: (204)483-2070 • Fax: (204)522-3648 E-Mail: spdealer@mts.net
1 /
Plan and 2016 Report for Manitoba Education with the Student Achievement and Success Unit via Skype on October 11. We received insight as to the Department’s proposed use of data to inform division and provincial plans. • School Beliefs Statements – As part of our Division plan for social engagement (Restitution), we have asked that each school in SHSD work with stakeholders to create a belief statement for their school in this first term. • School Reviews – The Superintendent, Director of Student Services and Curriculum Coordinator begin the school review process with each of our schools during the week of October 17 and continuing into November. We meet with school leadership teams (administrators, resource teacher, counsellor, literacy and numeracy coaches) to review class profiles and school goals for 2016/17. • Control Theory Training – This Restitution Training will be held at the Hartney Board Room on October 13 and 14. Edwards/Cassils: Be it resolved that we approve the following accounts for payment: September 30, 2016 Accounts Payable 32700 – 32722 $173,497.66 Direct Deposit 9890 – 9931 $ 45,709.82 October 7, 2016 Accounts Payable 32723 – 32769 $ 77,068.86 Direct Deposit 9932 – 10076 $259,264.11 Manual Cheques 890 – 891 $ 2,041.35 Carried. Unfinished Business • Fee Waiver Procedure – A draft procedure was presented to the Board and a final version will be reviewed at the next meeting. • MSBA SWOT Analysis – Manitoba School Board Association had sent out a list of questions in the form of a SWOT analysis of education finance in Manitoba—that is, an examination of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats inherent in the current model. All school divisions were asked to give feedback which will be used to facilitated discussion on edu-
OFFICE MANAGER - Darci Semeschuk GENERAL MANAGER - Cheryl Rushing ADVERTISING/SALES - Marlene Tilbury PRODUCTION/CIRCULATION/REPORTING Debbie Butler ~ Karen Branston ~ Leila Skidmore Renee Dell ~ Dolores Caldwell ~ Tyler Bugg Judy Wells ~ Cindy Wilkinson
Subscription Rates - 1 Year MB - $43.00 $38.06 + $1.90 GST + $3.04 PST Outside MB - $39.90 $38.00 + $1.90 GST • U.S.A. & Foreign - $160
cation finance at the upcoming regional meetings. New Business • High School Hockey – Students from Boissevain and Melita who are not currently on a team, would like to join together to form a hockey team, so they could participate in the sport. The league supports this and a letter of support will be sent to MHSAA – Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association, from the Board and the Superintendent. • Deloraine bus route addition – the Board were advised that we have reintroduced a bus route that was removed last year, due to an increase in student numbers. • Waskada playground – the Waskada School playground main structure is nearing the end of its life cycle and Glynn Warnica, Operations Supervisor, has estimated that it will have to be decommissioned in 3-years time. The School Division does not pay for the purchase of playground equipment but the secretary-treasurer advised that we can provide help with this. The School Division also provides maintenance during the lifetime of the playground equipment, once installed. • Support staff dental plan – Mercer, the provider of the support staff dental plan, have advised of a change to this plan for coverage. The people in the plan will be polled to see what their preference is. • Parent Advisory Council support for AGM and/or Chairperson’s Breakfast – The Board approved funding for any Parent Advisory Council, or group wishing to establish a Parent Advisory Council in any of our schools to attend the AGM in Winnipeg or the Chairperson’s Breakfast in Brandon. Phillips/McDonald: Be it resolved that we approve the financial support to all Parent Advisory Councils in Southwest Horizon School Division who wish to attend the 2016 Manitoba Association of Parent Councils AGM, in the amount of $250. Carried Edwards/Page: Be it resolved that we adjourn the meeting. The next regular Board meeting will be held on October 26, 2016, at the call of the Chair in Maple Grove School. Carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:52 p.m. The Souris Plaindealer does not guarantee publication of any articles or pictures submitted. Such submissions, if printed, will appear at the discretion of the editor and publisher and only when time and space permit. The Souris Plaindealer requires that all names be printed regarding Letters to the Editor. The Souris Plaindealer is published each Friday by Corner Pocket Publishing Ltd. at 53 Crescent Ave. W., Souris, MB.
We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
Deadlines: News & Classifieds ~ Tuesday - 4 p.m.; Display Ads ~ Wednesday - 12 noon • Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bus Rodeo - a fun day for Division bus drivers
Page 5, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
A whimsical welcome
Bus driving carries with it a great responsibility. Keeping the drivers, and the general motoring public, aware of safety procedures is a main priority but the most important part of the job is keeping the children safe. Pictured: Clinicians put the drivers through a series of tests at the recent Bus Driver’s Rodeo in Souris. PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER by Darci Semeschuk Southwest Horizon School Division held their first ever Bus Rodeo on October 21. According to Operations Supervisor with the Division, Glynn Warnica, the event was part of Bus Safety Week in the province. “We put the drivers through a series of situations such as drop offs and pick ups,” explained Warnica. “It’s an opportunity for them to practise their skills.” The Rodeo may be a first for the Division but Warnica says they do a Bus Driver’s seminar every year. The Rodeo made it just a little more interesting. In addition to running a safety course and classroom time, drivers were
put through their paces, so to speak, in what Warnica referred to as a Redneck Rodeo. This included a course set up for a special bus with a crossing arm fastened to the front. The driver needed to go around and use the front mirrors on the bus while seeing how many tires they could pick up on the crossing arm. Bus driving carries with it a great responsibility. Keeping the drivers, and the general motoring public, aware of safety procedures is a main priority, Warnica said. “Our drivers know exactly what precious cargo they are transporting each day. Parents place their trust in them and they in turn keep the children safe.” Warnica said.
One rural resident put their talents towards creating this adorable and whimsical welcome to Souris. Located on Highway 2, this Bale Bear is definitely delightful. PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER
Page 6, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
The rails are down
Tuttosi named Canada West All-star
Murphy’s Irish Pub now has an open sidewalk in front of the premises. The sidewalk had been blocked off with steel pipe several years ago in an effort to prevent skateboarders from using the ledge for practise. Now that the skate park is open and skate boarders have a place to go, the Municipality of Souris/ Glenwood agreed to take down the rails and open the sidewalk for public use. PHOTO/FACEBOOK
Rain or shine, progress continues on new hotel/apartment complex Work continues, rain or shine, on the new Souris hotel and senior’s apartment complex. The building will contain 29 hotel rooms and 18 senior apartments. To reserve a spot, tenants must provide a $65,000 buy-in refundable upon end of tenancy. Rent will be approximately $2,000 month. The $9-million project is on target for a 2017 fall opening. PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER
MUNICIPALITY OF SOURIS-GLENWOOD
Phone 204-483-5200 Fax 204-483-5203
MUNICIPAL OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed noon - 1:00 p.m. NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016 • 7:00 p.m. • 100 - 2nd Street South
WEBSITE INFORMATION - Send event details to events@sourismanitoba.com VISIT US AT www.sourismanitoba.com or facebook.com/townofsouris
HANDI-TRANSIT • To book your ride, call 204-741-0202 Monday - Friday In-town trip: $5.00 one way or $10.00 round trip • $50.00 Pre-paid pass (10 rides + 1 free) Group trips are also available upon request, advanced booking required.
Donations to the Handi-Transit may be made through the Municipal Office
BUILDING PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for renovations, new construction, additions, fences, and accessory buildings. Contact the Municipal office for information - 483-5200. Building Inspector available Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday only.
Emily Tuttosi, former Souris Rugby star, has just won the Canada West Women’s Rugby championship with the University of Calgary Dinos. Emily scored a try during the match and was named All-star Hooker. This is the fourth straight all-star award for Emily. Emily is seen here celebrating the win alongside her father, Trever Tuttosi. PHOTO/SUBMITTED
TRANSFER SITE: Dispose used oil, filters, antifreeze & containers at the Eco-Centre. Wed. & Fri. 12:00 noon – 5:00 p.m. • Sat. 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. •Sun. 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. :
GARBAGE & RECYCLE PICK-UP put your garbage /recycling out by 7:00 a.m. RECYCLING CENTRE: 24-hour drop off at 20 Pine Ave E (west side). E-WASTE is accepted, large items may be dropped off at the Recyling Depot. Please avoid putting household garbage in recycling.
Souris Valley Recreation Programs Call: 204-483-5214 or visit: facebook.com/sourisrecreation
AVALON THEATRE
FRIDAY - SUNDAY SHOWTIME: 7:30 P.M. Phone 204-483-5215
SURF, STREAM, BUNDLE &
SAVE.
Storks Oct. 28 – 30 Rated: PG • 92 min • Animation, Comedy, Family Stars: Andy Samberg, Jennifer Aniston, Ty Burrell Storks have moved on from delivering babies to packages. But when an order for a baby appears, the best delivery stork must scramble to fix the error by delivering the baby.
KEEP THE WHOLE HOME CONNECTED & ENTERTAINED
Ouija: Origin of Evil Nov. 4 - 6 PG • 99 min Elizabeth Reaser, Doug Jones, Henry Thomas, Lulu Wilson A widowed mother & two daughters add a new stunt to bolster their seance scam business. The youngest daughter is overtaken by the merciless spirit, this family confronts fears to save her and send her possessor back to the other side.
2016 Property Taxes are Due October 31st -- Payment(s) may be made via: Cash/Cheque...........................In person, by mail, or placed in the drop box outside Civic Centre. Electronically...........................By online banking. Municipal Committees & Boards: The Municipality of Souris-Glenwood is accepting names of community members to actively participate on municipal committees or boards. Individuals wishing to volunteer/participate are invited to indicate their desired committee & provide contact information prior to October 31, 2016. Contact 204-483-5200. Public Appeal – Park Personal Items on Private Property: Several citizens of Souris are utilizing streets & back lanes for parking/storing vehicles, campers, trailers, etc. Council requests residents to move and park/store personal items onto private property. Thank you. Municipality of Souris-Glenwood Council
SOURIS - CITIZENS ON PATROL PROGRAM (COPP) Reminder: Volunteers with the COPP are patrolling our community. Additional volunteers are needed. If you are interested in helping with COPP please call B. McKinny @ 204-741-0449 or bmckinny@gmail.com
High Speed Internet
U LT R A N E T UP TO 30 MBPS
A better choice for multiple users
Plus! No Internet usage caps or overage charges HD TV Package
D I G I TA L BASIC HD
Over 130 channels
FOR ONLY
50
$
00* PER MO.
for the first 6 months 10890 regular price
$
Whole Home TV
PRISM
WHOLE HOME DVR
FREE for 6 months**
CALL US TODAY
1.800.665.3337 westmancom.com
*Offer expires November 30, 2016. Offer subject to change without notice. Only available to new residential subscribers (e.g. not subscribed to Westman Communications Group services in the past 3 months). To change your plan after the 6 month promotional period has ended please call 204-725-4300 or 1-800-665-3337 ext 2502 or service will continue at the regular current price. Offer is available in select markets. Actual Internet speeds may vary and are not guaranteed. Taxes not included. Other conditions may apply. **After 6 months PRISM DVR is $10.95 per month and each additional receiver (media player) is $2.95 per month.
Page 7, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
VPL loves the Jays
Victoria Park Lodge (VPL) residents love the Toronto Blue Jays! They have been cheering them on as they compete for an opportunity to play in the World Series. But will it be enough to propel the Jays onward? Pictured: VPL residents decked out in their Jay’s gear for the October 17 game. PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER
Friday, Elks home opener! by Darci Semeschuk He shoots, he scores! That’s what the Senior Elks hockey team hopes to hear in the Souris Arena Friday night. The herd opens their 2016-2017 season October 28 as they host the Deloraine Royals at 8:00 p.m. The Souris Elks compete in the Tiger Hills Hockey League, which consists of 13 teams, two divisions, seven in the east, six in the west. They will play a 17 game schedule. As with any organized sport, fundraising is an important part of the success of the team. This summer the Elks held their annual golf tourney which was a huge success. They donated part of the proceeds to the Souris Breakfast Club, put on by Souris Minor Hockey. Other fundraising activities include the Elks annual recreation hockey tournament and the scoreboard square. For $20, supporters can purchase a “scoreboard square� and a winner is awarded at each home game. These are available from any team member. According to team representative, Mark Ryckman, the hockey club is trying something new for 2016 - 2017. “We are trying something new this year and hoping the community will get behind us on this,� Ryckman remarked in an email.
Kappa’s 9th Annual
Kick-off to Kristmas Featuring home based business & local retailers
Friday, November 4, 2016 Souris Community Hall
Doors open 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. shopping
8:00 p.m. entertainment
“The hockey club is bringing in hypnotist named Matao. The event will take place Saturday, December and we are trying to sell the idea that it’s a community event and also local businesses could use this as a great opportunity for their Christmas party.� There will be other activities throughout the evening and a dance to follow the show. The evening is being held in the Souris Glenwood Community Hall and doors open at 7:00 p.m., show time 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each and are available from Chris Couling, 204-741-0043. Finally, the hockey club will hold their $25,000 Shoot to Win but as yet a date has not been chosen for that activity. Your Senior Elks returning players from last year: Taylor Wells, Andrew Hamilton, Andrew Brigden, Brett Locke, Jordan Campbell, Jonathon Filewich “A�, Joel Stachan, Brett Arbuckle “A�, Sheldon Kowalchuk, Carter Suski, Matt Kruk, Ashley Robertson “C�, Troy Kliever “A�, Terry Doull, Michael Butler, Kris
* NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH! *
Daily soup, salad & sandwich buffet! HOURS: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m. Sunday 4:00 p.m. - 8 p.m. Happy Hour 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Daily Supper Specials
Book with us!
Socials, Showers, Reunions, Fundraisers, Bud, Spud & Steak Nights, Meetings, Wind-ups & Much More!
Check out our Facebook page for Updates!
3PNO[ YLMYLZOTLU[Z ‹ *HZO +YH^ 9HPUIV^ (\J[PVU
Early bird tickets (before October 30) $15.00 After October 30 tickets $20.00
NO MINORS Tickets are available at Timeless Treasures & Plaza Petals 796*,,+: -964 ;/0: ,=,5; ;6 :<7769;! Christmas Cheer, Souris Minor Ball & Souris Valley Recreation
;V YLZLY]L `V\Y [HISL VM JHSS 1HJRPL H[
94 - 1st Street South Souris, MB
204-483-3928
Westblom, Hudson Morrison, New additions: Micheal Fortin, Jordan Greig, Nic Chudley, Adam Lamb, Chad McKinnon, Bryce Cowling, Hunter Goodon, Curtis Gouldie. Coach: Ken Falloon; Manager: Mark Ryckman; Trainer: Drayden Kowalchuk; President & Game day operations: Kris Doull; Treasurer; Murray Cameron; Secretary: Jessie Brown; Sponsorship: Linda Ryckman; Fundraising: Chris Couling. Following October 28, the Elks will travel to Boissevain on October 29 before coming back home on Friday, November 4. All game times are 8:00 p.m.
Page 8, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
Time to party, time to Fiesta!
submitted It’s time to “Fiesta!” With the unfortunate cancellation of the summer Multicultural Festival, committee members of the SGMA were eager to organize another event before the end of the year. The Multicultural Fiesta will be held on November 5, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Souris Glenwood Community Hall. Food will be served at 6:00 p.m., and entertainment will start at 7:00 p.m. The entertainment line-up includes the Brown Bandits Band (Brandon), Scottish Highland Dancers (Brandon), Rosa Nunez (Souris), Sensacion Internacional (Brandon)
and Jim Black (Souris). Tickets are $15 per person, kids 5 and under and free. Meal includes Festival favourites Filipino noodles and spring rolls; Mexican tacos; Scottish meat pastries and trifle; English maid of honor; and Colombian coffee. Tickets are available from Committee members: Bob and Lynne Mackay, Javier Vargas, Vanessa Ross, Alondra Gamino, Paul Campbell, Kathy Hainsworth, Pam Whitfield, Rosa Nunez and Julianne Pabuayon. Tickets will also be available Plaza Petals, Home Hardware, Woodfire Deli, RM Souris Glenwood, Lagasse Art Studio and at the door. See you all there!
The sights, sounds, tastes and colours are just some of the things that made the Souris Multicultural Festival a community favourite. Residents were disappointed when weather forced the cancellation of the Festival earlier this summer but no fear, the Committee has moved indoors and will be holding the event November 5 at the Community Hall. Pictured are some of the performers from 2015. PHOTOS/PLAINDEALER FILES
Page 9, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
Manitoba Women’s Institute SWB Region Summer Tour submitted by Fran Dickinson On September 17, SWB members had the opportunity to travel to Clearwater, MB, to attend the “Harvest Moon’s” 15th year celebration where a town of 67 is turned into a weekend “tent and RV” town. The population grows to over 2,000 on that weekend! All “Mooners” are welcomed to enjoy amazing music, local food, educational workshops, a street of vendors and more. Those of us attending took a bag lunch, meeting at Joan Odlum’s home for noontime (a Clearwater WI member). At 1:00 p.m. we walked to the main stage area where it had been arranged to meet with Bob Guilford, one of the organizers, who welcomed and
filled us in with info about the Festival. He told us that through a land donation, they now have been able to erect a permanent “main stage” by their Community Hall. There are bands on the “waiting list” for this event. The proceeds from this weekend are tremendous, part of which keep their community owned restaurant in operation. Bob also explained that beyond the Festival, the Harvest Moon Society operates the volunteer run “Harvest Moon Learning Centre” out of the former elementary school. Programs offered include university courses, youth camps, gardening internships, school field trips, workshops for all ages and “hands on” projects such as gardens, a greenhouse, a sweat
lodge and an adobe oven. As a point of interest, he told us that at a two week university course this summer, 35 attending were from China, who tented, maybe for the first time. Tenting is a norm for most programs being offered. After this fine introduction, we were set loose to explore. We visited the vendors, listened to music, had coffee time and even ice cream for some, plus relaxing on Joan’s deck for a short time. What a sight it was to see the hundreds of tents where no vehicles are allowed and people everywhere! By Monday, they say, everything is cleaned up and you wouldn’t know that the Festival had even been there. What a great experience this was for us!
by Reena Nerbas Dear Reena, How do you remove a yellow stain from a mat on a vinyl floor? Thank you! Julie Dear Julie, Unfortunately the yellow stains may be permanent. With so many vinyl and linoleum products on the market, it seems that what works on one does not necessarily work for another. Many people find pouring 3% hydrogen peroxide onto the floor every day for three days is helpful. Other people had great success by combining one quarter cup OxiClean with 1 gallon hot water and pouring the solution onto the area. Another solution is bleach but most experience that this application removes the floor finish and shine. Lastly, mineral spirits is another treatment that people have told me worked for them (test everything on an inconspicuous area first). Dear Reena, Kindly inform me as to a safe and environmental friendly homemade cleaner for my stainless steel fridge door. There is a streak of something spilled down the front, which cannot be removed by soap and water, vinegar or lemon. Thank you very much. Barb Dear Barbara, For regular stainless steel cleaning a soft cloth dampened with water is all you need. Wipe the
cloth in the direction of the grain. For stubborn stains, wipe the fridge with olive oil. Remove excess oil until it shines. Dear Reena, I would like to take plain pasta to a lunch party in a few weeks. What is the best way to transport the pasta so that it doesn’t stick together before the party? Jeremy Dear Jeremy, After cooking the pasta, soak it in cold water. Drain the water and coat with a small amount of oil. Toss the noodles and place them into a casserole dish, sealable bag or slow cooker. Dear Reena, What are some easy ways to open a stuck jar lid? Thanks. Karrie Dear Karrie, Here are a few tried and true methods for loosening a jar lid: Using the handle of a butter knife, tap the edge of the lid several times firmly around the outside of the lid. Or run the lid under hot water, while wearing gloves grab the lid and turn. Or push the tip of a spoon under the lip of the lid push the spoon down. When you hear a pop the seal is broken, you are then able to turn the lid. Purchase a Boa Constrictor Strap Wrench from a home hardware store; makes the job simple.
Seriously Smart Solutions It may be time to put the barbecue away but it’s never time to put condiments away. • When condiments such as mustard and ketchup are almost empty I place them upside down in my fridge in an egg carton container. Begin by cutting the lid off of the egg carton. Lay the carton in the fridge, possibly inside the door if it fits. Stand mustard upside down in the carton. Submitted by Elma • Next time you are at a fast food restaurant and you want to fill up a ketchup cup, use this hack to get more ketchup inside of the cup. You will notice that the cup has folds on the outside. Pull a few folds out and the cup becomes larger and will hold more ketchup. Submitted by Mangette • I swim several times each week and my blonde hair takes on a green tinge after a few dips in the pool. I find that massaging ketchup into my hair and leaving it for about 30 mins. before washing leaves my hair blonde and removes any signs of green. Submitted by Jess Note: Every user assumes all risks of injury or damage resulting from the implementation of any suggestions in this column. Test all products on an inconspicuous area first. Reena Nerbas is a popular motivational presenter for large and small groups; check out her website: reena.ca. Ask a question or share a tip at reena.ca
Solutions & Substitutions
Leslie Chudley Sales Associate
Cell: 204-761-0421
FOR SALE BY TENDER Sealed, written tenders for the property situate in the Municipality of Grassland and described below will be received by:
leslie.chudley @century21.ca
WESTMAN.COM
MEIGHEN HADDAD LLP P.O. Box 485 Deloraine, Manitoba R0M 0M0 Attention: Warren G. Barber, Q.C. NE 1/4 10-5-23 WPM CONDITIONS OF TENDER 1. Interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property and not on any representations made by or on behalf of the Vendor.
Souris – Great central location! Well maintained bungalow. Spacious eat in kitchen, newer appliances, main floor laundry room with sink & extra storage. 2 good sized bedrooms on main floor. Gas fireplace, fully finished basement with second kitchen area, double attached garage. $208,500
2. Tenders must be received on or before 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2016 Souris – Many updates in this 5 bedroom home. Newer windows, furnace, shingles, ICF basement, inground sprinkler system, new wrap around deck, professionally landscaped, patio, double attached heated garage. $335,000
3. Tenders must be accompanied by a $1,000 deposit cheque payable to Meighen Haddad LLP. Deposits accompanying unacceptable bids will be refunded 4. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE 1. The bidder whose tender is accepted will be required to complete an agreement covering terms and conditions of sale. 2. In addition to the deposit, the balance of the accepted tender must be paid within thirty (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 limit 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.
Oak Lake Beach – Cute rustic cottage with all contents included. Lot is owned (no rental fee). $65,000
Souris – Lovely 2 + 1 bedroom home on corner lot. Open updated kitchen, main floor laundry, large deck, 20x40 workshop/garage, $204,900 central location.
View more details at
www.century21.ca/lesliechudley
4. All mines and minerals will be reserved from any transfer. 5. Successful bidders will be responsible for real property taxes commencing January 1, 2017. For further information or an appointment to view, contact Ken Walmsley at 1-403-598-6870
Page 10, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
ADVERTISING RATES & INFORMATION Classified Regular • 25 Words/$6.50 Each Additional Word/$0.15 ALL CLASSIFIEDS MUST BE PREPAID Advertising copy deviating in any way from the regular classified style will be considered display and charged at the rate of $6.50/column inch.
Phone (204)483-2070 Fax (204)522-3648 • Email cpocket@mts.net Card of Thanks
Auctions
Thank you to Rev. Harvey Hurren and Rev. Don McIntyre for all the kindness shown to our families and myself. Thanks to all who helped us through this difficult time. Your cards, phone calls and goodies were all appreciated. Special thanks to the Legion Ladies for the beautiful lunch. Thank you to the Fortin families for all their care. God bless you all. Love you all. Fern Fortin
McSherry Auction
Coming Events
Annual Fall Vintage Service Station & Coca Cola Collectibles Auction
Souris Minor Ball Night At The Races Saturday, November 19 Souris & Glenwood Memorial Hall 7:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Happy hour 7:00 - 8:00 p.m., drinks 1/2 price For tickets call Loretta 204-741-0742 or Kaleigh 204-741-1193 First race 7:30 p.m.!! 42nd Annual Souris Hobbycraft, Saturday, November 19, 2016,10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Over 50 vendors attending. Daily admission $5 adults, $3 seniors and students, under 4 free. Fundraising lunch served by Souris Minor Ball. Hobbycraft organized by Hillcrest Museum of Souris. For more information contact Jackie Kirkup at jackie@kirkup.ca or by calling or texting 204-720-4562. Remembrance Day - Friday, November 11, 2016, Souris Legion #60. Meat Draw - Saturday, November 12, 2016, 5:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. The Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Campaign Tuesday, November 1, 2016, 6:30 p.m. Souris Legion volunteers will be calling on all homes to offer poppies for Remembrance. Please leave outdoor light on for their safety Notices / Nominations
Souris Glenwood Foundation is now accepting 2016 Grant Applications. Application forms can be picked up and dropped off at the Souris Glenwood Municipal office. Deadline is October 31. General Employment BREAST CANCER VENDING MACHINES BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Brand New Launching Across Canada. Exceptionally High Cash Income with Rewarding Lifestyle. Financing Available. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-6686629 Website www.vendingforhope.com MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
Feed & Seed NUVISION COMMODITIES. St. Jean MB. Buying feed grains, wheat, barley, peas, off grades grain. 204-758-3401 or 204-7464028
Estate & Moving Sale Every Saturday in November Yard * Tools * Antiques * Household * Go To Web!
(204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027 www.mcsherryauction.com
McSherry Auction
Saturday, Oct. 29 10:00 am Stuart McSherry Stonewall, Manitoba (204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027 For Sale - Misc Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Manitoba Community Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association?s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.mcna.com. BATTERIES FOR EVERYTHING. Automotive, farm, construction, ATV, marine, motorcycle, golf carts, phones, tools, radios, computers etc. Reconditioned, obsolete and hard-to-find batteries. SOLAR equipment. The Battery Man. Winnipeg. 1.877.775.8271 www.batteryman.ca ENGLAND FURNITURE SALE! During the month of October, England Furniture (a La-Z-Boy Company) is featuring products in select fabrics at an extra 20% discount. All orders placed by October 31st are GUARANTEED before Christmas. A few hot specials are: $595 rocker recliner chair, $789 stationary sofa and $995 sleeper sofa in queen or double size. 2 piece sectional with chaise for $1495. Come to our store and speak to our staff to find out more specials. England Furniture has a 10 year warrantee on foam and lifetime warranty on frame. MonFri 10-8, Sat 10-6 & Sun 11-5. Call KDL Furniture at 204-571-1971. 660 Highland Ave., South side of #1 Hwy., Brandon. PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 400,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or email classified@mcna.com for details. Yardsite 2.5 miles south of NotreDame-de-Lourdes on RD49W, 1500 sq. ft. home, 40x60 insulated shop, tin in/out, w/16x20 remote door, 2 storage sheds. 1-204-2482130.
Houses for Sale Some restates - Condo available for immediate possession. Affordable, quiet country living in Somerset, MB. Two bedroom 55+ Condo/Attached Garage/Appliances. $60,000-70,000 Life lease with $975 monthly fees. Contact: Denis-204-744-2805 denissavard@mymts.net, Donna-204744-2114 donhow64@gmail.com Be in your new house by Fall! 1584 & 1638 sq ft RTMs ready for delivery. Pictures, floor plans available at wgiesbrechthomes.ca. Custom builds also available. For additional information call 204346-3231 or email wilbert@wghomes.ca
Business Services
Hip or Knee Replacement? Problems walking or getting dressed? The Disability Tax Credit
$2,000 Yearly Tax Credit
$20,000 Lump Sum + Rebate Apply anytime of the year. Lowest rate in the industry. Reliable Expert Service
204-453-5372 Apartments/Condos for Rent
One and two bedroom apartments available. Water and parking included. $650 $750 per month plus hydro. Call 204-483-3123. One bedroom apartment, upgraded. Laundry, ground floor, water and parking included. $442/month. Contact manager 204-483-3123. South-Vu Apartments has for rent - 2nd floor, one bedroom, air conditioned apartment, kitchen appliances supplied, laundry room in building, carport parking with cold storage room. No children or pets, non-smoker. Contact Forbes Arbuckle 204-483-0100.
Buy It... Find It... Sell It... Classifieds
10
Good Reasons to Advertise 1. Newspapers reach the majority of customers weekly. 2. To boost sales. 3. To introduce new products and services. 4. To keep your name in front of your customers. 5. Newspaper advertising can be targeted by section and reader. 6. Newspaper advertising can target specific geographic locations. 7. To reach customers you haven’t thought of yet. 8. With short deadlines, newspaper advertising can be tailored for immediacy. 9. Newspapers are portable and convenient. 10. Newspaper advertising builds business credibility and momentum.
101 0 101 0
URCHASES
AGREEMENT The Publisher reserves the right to refuse any or all advertising for any reason, stated or unstated. Advertisers requesting publication of either display or classified advertisements agree that should the advertisement be omitted from the issue ordered for whatever reason, the Souris Plaindealer shall not be held liable. It is also agreed that in the event of an error appearing in the published advertisement, the Souris Plaindealer accepts no liability beyond the amount paid for that portion of the advertisement in which the error appears or affects. Claims for adjustment are limited to errors appearing in the first insertion only.
Page 11, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
Here & There
Compiled by Tyler Bugg
Gazette Post-News Cattle on the move It’s that time of year again when all the cattle are being rounded up and brought home for the upcoming winter months. The community pastures have been busy places for the past couple of weeks, with cattle being gathered, sorted and sent back home to their owners. Ranchers with their own pastures have also been busy. Crossroads This Week Celebrating a community milestone It was a full house at the Hamiota and District Sports Complex on October 15 as area residents came together to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the facility, which was built in 1984 to replace the rink that had been built in 1934 instead of engaging in repairs that could have cost $600,000. The Killarney Guide Dinner theatre events helps give sight The Killarney Optometric Centre held their annual fundraising event on October 13 at the United Church’s Christian Education Centre,
and over 60 patrons attended a local murder mystery dinner theatre, called “Murder at the Pie Auction”. In total, the night has helped raise $1,500 for an eyesight charity. The Western Canadian Restoration underway on Darlingford’s Zion Calvin United Church Work has begun on a multiyear project to restore Zion Calvin United Church to its original condition. The municipal heritage site was built in 1908 with a large expansion added when the Presbyterians, Congregationalists, and Methodists joined to become the United Church of Canada in 1927.
Looking to hire? You’re sure to get results by advertising in the Classifieds! Call our sales team today!
BUSINESS DIRECTORY ROXANNE SCRABA RMT, DHMS
Partnership of Chartered Professonal Accountants Virden - 275 Nelson Street W • 204-748-3135 Brandon - 929 24th Street • 204-727-5577
Toll Free 1-877-866-6444 HAROLD REID, C.A. AUDRA NYCHUK, C.A. IAN MCMULLAN, C.A.
Registered Massage Therapist, Homeopath Souris 483-2225
in Carroll, MB Laura J. McDougald-Williams
Souris: 204.483.1556 Brandon: 204.725.8770 Fax: 204.483.2321 lwilliams@mhlaw.ca
B.A. (Hons.), LL.B., B.CL.
W. Bryan Webber B.A., B. Ed. (A.D.), LL.B.
(204)483-2247 Murray Turner • Dean Mushie • Full autobody service • MPI service and private work • Windshield repair & replacement • Free windshield repairs with $250 deductible or less
Strategic Planning Session November 9, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. Hartney School – Band Room
4 Crescent Avenue West
Box 1149
Souris, MB
R0K 2C0
www.mhlaw.ca
Boulanger Construction Journeyman
SOURIS GOSPEL CHAPEL • New Homes Licensed R-2000 Builder • Additions & Renovations • Concrete Flat work • Roofing
No job too Big or Small FREE ESTIMATES Carey Chudley - Journeyman
Cookies and Refreshments will be provided.
483-2497 (cell)724-0545
New Construction • Renovations • Free Estimates CALL JIM!
Souris Dental Centre Family Dentistry
166 Dickson Street P.O. Box 464 Souris, MB R0K 2C0 300 Nelson Street W. P.O. Box 1354 Virden, MB R0M 2C0
Appointments Available Monday - Friday Office: 204.748.1633 Fax: 204.748.1591 Cell: 204.851.3061 After Hours: 204.483.2110 Email: frank@bennettcga.com
Renovations, New Construction Large or Small Jobs Free Estimates
This session is to work together to create a 3-year Strategic Plan which will define our priority areas on student achievement.
1:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m.
Felix Boulanger
Call 483-0107 or 483-3848
ST. LUKE’S ANGLICAN WORSHIP
ST. PAUL’S UNITED WORSHIP & SUNDAY SCHOOL
Office Hours: Monday - Friday • 9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. Toll Free: 1-800-628-7960
The Trustees and Executive Team of Southwest Horizon School Division invite you to attend a
CHURCH
Turner CALENDAR Autobody
483-2112
SUNDAY SERVICE 11:00 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00 a.m.
FAITH COMMUNITY BAPTIST WORSHIP Sunday School Gr. 5 - Adult 10:00 a.m. Worship & Junior Church 11:00 a.m.
ST. MARY’S ROMAN CATHOLIC Mass Sunday Service 11:00 a.m.
THIS SPACE FOR RENT! D. Scott Anderson, FCGA Valerie T. Strath, C.G.A. Darcy Gerow, D.Ag. Unit I - 3000 • Victoria Avenue • Brandon, MB
1-888-726-1995
ARBUCKLE ELECTRIC Jesse & Forbes Arbuckle
Electrical Contractor Underground Wire locating
Bus. 483-3320 Res. 483-2517
Page 12, Souris Plaindealer, Souris, MB, October 28, 2016
This Week in History
Souris Bigway, Give a Gift of Thanks Souris Valley Bigway Foods held a food drive, Give a Gift of Thanks, between September 26 and October 20. Thanks to the generosity of our Souris Bigway community, approximately $250 in food donations and another $230 in cash donations were received. Souris Bigway matched donations with an additional cheque of $500. Pictured: Ed and Elissa Ariss, on behalf of Souris Harvest Food Bank receiving cheques from Ramona Taylor and Darryl Moreau of Souris Bigway Foods. PHOTO/SUBMITTED
by Tyler Bugg October 23: Belgian cartoonist Pierre Culliford, better known by his pen name Peyo, introduced a race of small, blue creatures named Smurfs in a comic series he was working on for a French language comic magazine. The Smurfs quickly became popular, spawning their own series of comics, a animated TV show by Hanna-Barbera, and many movies. (1958) October 24: On her 63rd birthday, American teacher Annie Edson Taylor climbed into a specially made barrel that then went straight over Niagara Falls, making her the first person to make the plunge and survive. The stunt was an effort to make money to allow her to survive into her later years, but misfortune (including
her manager stealing the barrel she made the trip in) resulted in her working various odd jobs until her passing in 1921. (1901) October 25: Lead by King Henry V, English soldiers with powerful longbows managed to decisively defeat the much larger French army at the Battle of Agincourt, in Northern France. Henry, who had been fighting to claim the throne of France, succeeded after this battle, with his son by a French Princess being named the heir to both England and France. However, this did not end the Hundred Years War, which would continue another 38 years. (1415) October 26: In an attempt to introduce constitutional reforms to appeal to Quebec, including reform to the Senate, aboriginal self-
government, a recognition of Quebec’s place in Canada and a promise of holding at least a quarter of all seats in the House of Commons, and a formula to amend the Constitution, the Charlottetown Accord was put up to a referendum across Canada. However, 55% of voters voted against it, ending the attempt at reforming the Constitution. (1992) October 27: According to legend, one of the two Emperors of the Western Roman Empire Constantine, facing battle against the other Emperor, Maxentius, saw a vision in the sky with a Christian symbol and the motto “In this sign, you shall conquer.” Constantine’s troops painted it on their shields, and they would go on to win the Battle of the Milvian Bridge, and Constantine, now the sole Emperor in the Western Roman Empire would soon make Christianity an accepted religion of the Empire. (312 AD) October 28: US President Grover Cleveland officially dedicates the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. The massive statue, a gift from France to the United States, soon became an enduring symbol of America and freedom around the world, often the first sight many immigrants saw as they arrived from Europe. It was also the date of the first “ticker tape” parade, as office workers threw out the used paper used in the ticker tape machines to list stock prices. (1886) October 29: The “Roaring Twenties” came a screeching halt as the New York Stock Exchange crashed, in an event later known as Black Tuesday. After a tumultuous week as major economic indicators including construction, steel production and wheat prices were all falling, there was a huge amount of panicked selling that resulted in the stock ticker running hours behind and some stocks unable to find any sellers at all, dropping 25% in two days. By the end of the year, the Great Depression was in full force, with millions out of work around the world, banks and businesses failing, and extremists rising to power in Germany and Japan. (1929)