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If you have a school age child set to begin Kindergarten in 2016, now is the time to register them. Children who reach the age of 5 years by December 31, 2016 may attend Kindergarten. Souris School Kindergarten teacher Jane Farmer works with her class on a busy Tuesday afternoon. It looks like someone would rather be behind the camera! PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER We have had a busy couple weeks of basketball here the past two weekends with the Varsity and JV girls each hosting tournaments. The Varsity girls had a splendid tournament, defeating Major Pratt (Russell) and Gilbert Plains before beating Hamiota handily in the final, while the JV girls lost to Vincent Massey JV and defeated Neelin JV in their tournament. Thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Penner and their supporting cast of volunteers for all their hard work to make these events possible. The boys team has had a couple of games to date as well. Thanks to Ms. Zadorozny for the many hours dedicated to this sport. Both varsity teams head to Neelin this weekend for a tournament. Construction at the school is basically complete save for some finishing work, touch ups, eavestroughs, downspouts and any other deficiencies. The safety fencing has been removed but the landscaping will have to wait until the spring. Every entrance is now open. Swing by and take a look. Kindergarten Registration: The school is now accepting registrations for Kindergarten students for the 2016-2017 school year. Parents who have children of Kindergarten age are asked to register these children with the school secretary between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, at the School office. Parents are asked to bring

their child’s birth certificate when they come to register, so we can make a copy for our files. Children must be 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2016. Anyone who is aware of neighbours and friends who may have children ready to begin Kindergarten in the fall are asked to pass the message on to them to assist with our school planning. Mrs. McLeod would like to welcome Mrs. Cara Zaharychuk to Souris School. She is a Guidance Practicum student and will be working with Mrs. McLeod and our students to finish her Applied Psychology and Counselling Degree during the months of February and March. Cara was born and raised in Melita. She is looking forward to meeting our students and staff. School curling takes place on Mondays. Curlers will need clean shoes, stretchy pants, and if possible, a brush and slider. Grade 1 - 3 students will also be required to wear a helmet. Note that students will not be allowed on the ice unless they have clean shoes. A few brushes and sliders are available for use at the curling club. Grade 1 – 3: 3:30 - 4:00 p.m.; Grade 4 & up: 4:00 p.m. to about 4:45 p.m. Junior varsity girls basketball The junior varsity girls basketball team completed their home tournament with a 47-27 win over Neelin on Friday. Lisa Gohl had 10 points while Jas-

mine Englebretson added 7. Junior and varsity boys The JV and varsity boys took on the Boissevain Broncos Tuesday night here in Souris. Both teams played great games but couldn’t come out on top against the Broncos strong outside shooters. Leading scorers for Varsity were Adam Kowalchuk with 13 and Kyle Billon with 10, and for the JV, Zach Thexton with 11 and Darian Erikson with 8. Last night the boys took on the Virden Golden Bears. Though the JV’s fought hard the second half, they couldn’t come back. Leading scorer was Chaz with 8 points. The varsity team celebrated their first win of the season last night! The boys played hard the entire game and even when the score became close, they worked together to gain the lead back. Leading scorers were Adam & King. Congratulations, boys!! Souris/Reston Sabres hockey On Friday, January 15, the Sabres travelled to Birtle. The team battled hard but left there with a 4-0 loss. On Saturday, back in Souris, they hosted the Boissevain Broncos. This was a totally different game as they defeated the Broncos by a score of 4-0. Goal scorers were Kyle Campion, Matthew Vinck, Adam Lamb and Johnny Williams.

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Maguire urges parliamentarians to get behind project submitted Energy East deserves support Larry Maguire, MP for Brandon-Souris, urged his fellow parliamentarians today to support the Conservative Caucus’ motion in the House of Commons to recognize the importance of the energy sector to the Canadian economy and support its development by supporting the Energy East pipeline. The project is backed by the governments of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, and New Brunswick and would dramatically cut the amount of oil traveling by rail each day and scale back our dependence on foreign oil. “I am extremely proud of the thousands of Canadians who contribute to our economy through the natural resource sector, particularly right here in Westman. At a time when our economy is struggling, the Liberal government needs to stand up for these Canadians and take a clear position in favour of Energy East,” said Maguire. The Energy East pipeline approval reached a boiling point this week when former Liberal Cabinet minister and current Mayor of Mon-

treal Denis Coderre announced his opposition to the project because it did not provide enough financial benefit to Quebec. The oil and gas sector directly and indirectly employs over 360,000 people in Canada, accounting for almost 8% of GDP in 2013, while Energy East alone is expected to generate $10 billion in taxes for all levels of government. Canada ranks third in the world for proven crude oil reserves, and 73,000 existing kilometers of pipeline carry over $100 billion of natural gas, oil and petroleum products safely every year. “From 2008 to 2013, more than 99.99 percent of oil transported by federally regulated pipelines was done so safely, and thanks to the previous Conservative government, companies are liable for up to $1 billion of costs and damages, irrespective of fault. Pipelines are the most environmentally responsible way to transport our oil, and Energy East will displace the equivalent of over 1,500 rail cars traveling the same route each day,” said Maguire. Approximately 700,000 barrels of oil are imported every day to refineries in Eastern

Canada, coming from countries such as Saudi Arabia, Venezuela and Nigeria. The Energy East project would strengthen Canada’s energy security by decreasing our dependence on authoritarian regimes with poor human rights records, rampant corruption and deficient environmental controls. Most of Western Canada’s oil production is exported to the United States, and 97% of our oil exports went there in 2013. Energy East will create access to higher value international markets which will further support the Canadian economy. Maguire concluded, “It makes no sense to import foreign oil while Canada is blessed with an abundance of natural resources here at home. Instead of turning his back on the thousands of hardworking Canadians who keep our economy moving, many of whom are now struggling to find work, Prime Minister Trudeau must show leadership and unwavering support for this project.” Constituents who want to get in touch with Maguire can reach his office at 204-7267600 or visit his website at www.larrymaguire.ca.

View from the Legislature submitted by Cliff Cullen, MLA On January 28, 1916, the Manitoba Legislature passed legislation that allowed most women the right to vote - Manitoba was the first province to take this step. To mark the centennial of this human rights milestone, a gala event was held January 28, 2016. The event honoured the work of Nellie McClung, and to recognize present day women who are walking in the footsteps of Nellie McClung. The event was sponsored by the Canadian Human Rights Museum and the Nellie McClung Foundation. Nellie Lettia Mooney was born at Chatsworth, ON, in 1873. Her family moved to the Wawanesa area in 1880. She was an orator, entertainer, author, advocate, teacher, and an MLA in Alberta. She is best known for two major achievements - being one of the leading women who helped get the vote for most women of Manitoba, and as a member of the “famous five” - a group of women who worked to get women declared as “persons” rather than property under Federal law. A monument of the famous five was erected on the legislature grounds in 2010. To learn more about the Nellie McClung Foundation visit ournellie.com. An event to honour the work of Nellie McClung, and to recognize present day women who are walking in the footsteps of Nellie McClung, was held January 28, 2016, exactly 100 years after the Manitoba Legislature passed legislation that allowed most women the right to vote. The event was sponsored by the Canadian Human Rights Museum and the Nellie McClung Foundation. Pictured with MLA Cliff Cullen is Nellie McClung’s granddaughter Marcia McClung, who was in attendance at the event. PHOTO/SUBMITTED

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Bridge results for January 26 are as follows: 1st Ileen Fenwick and Margaret Greaves, 2nd Isabell Stephenson and Donna Jackson, 3rd Mona Canning and Bob Arbuckle. Floor Shuffle re-

sults for January 27 are as follows: 1st Bob Arbuckle and Dot Palmer, 2nd Elsie Kruk and Marnie Heath, 3rd Tom Draper and Iola Stocks. 500 results for January 29 are as follows: 1st Ted Dooley and Edmee Palmer, 2nd Don Doherty and Mona Canning, 3rd Gordon Powell and Isabell Stephenson.

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Cribbage players needed eight tables on Wednesday, January 27, and, despite the large number of players, there were no ties for prizes. Evelyn Harlton and Deb Robinson made the highest score of the evening. Second place went to Darlene and Ted Dooley and the third prize went to Dave Johnson and Norm Davis. Wendy Bilton won the 50-50 draw. There must be something about the number 24 and Bingo players. Thursday, January 28, was the third week in a row that we had 24 people out to play. Darlene Dooley and Marie Neilson were able to shout three times and Marge Rose yelled twice. Dave Johnson was very quiet during the evening but did holler on the Little House to receive $38. Our meat draw of Friday, January 29, was busy and there were few multiple winners. The only people to take home two packages of meat were Gale Collinson and Lyle Edgerton. Their wins, for some reason, seemed unpopular and the BOOS were loud and numerous. The 50-50 draw was worth $90 and won by Wayne Bowles. Gladys Lovatt was given the opportunity to take home $2,677. Unfortunately for her, the Ace of Spades would not come out of hiding, so, it will be up for grabs again next week. On Saturday, January 30, we hosted the District Cribbage Playoffs. Souris players did quite well. Evelyn Harlton is the singles champion and Amelia Morden took fourth place. Robert McLean and Brian Lovell from Manitou Legion Branch #21 are the doubles champions and Evelyn Harlton with Amelia Morden claimed second place. The team champions are Evelyn Harlton, Amelia Morden, Cindy Janz, and Gale Collinson. All players will go to Roblin in mid March to play in the Provincial Playoffs. Our curling Funspeil is being planned for Saturday, March 19, Watch for more details in the coming weeks. Our first general meeting of 2016 will be held on Tuesday, February 16, starting at 8:00 p.m. Our 2016 budget will be presented at this meeting. Also, the Cubs & Scouts will be present to give a presentation of their trip to Drumheller last year. This will be very interesting so please make plans to attend this meeting. Remember, if you have questions, suggestions or complaints about the Legion, you must be present at a general meeting to have your voice heard. Hoping to see many members out.

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Highlighted calls for service in Souris RCMP area were as follows: Souris RCMP received a call of a breach of recognizance. Police attended a Souris residence but the subject had already left. Extensive searches were conducted, however, the subject was not located. A warrant for arrest is being issued.

On January 20, Police attended a Souris residence and assisted with a family relations incident. No charges were laid and Police left the home a more peaceful place. On January 23, a report of a smashed vehicle window on 3rd Ave. W. was reported. At this time there are no suspects or witnesses. Souris Detachment is closed for administration for the week of February 1 - 5. If you need to report a non-emergent crime, please call the non-emergent crime line below. If you have an emergency, please dial 9-1-1. 9-1-1 Non-emergent: 1; Speeding: 5; Other Traffic: 1. Souris RCMP-GRC Emergency: 9-1-1 Non-emergent crime: 204-483-2123. Administration (Criminal Record Checks): 204483-2854.

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Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson coming to Souris

Here & There

Compiled by Dolores Caldwell

The World Spectator School closure off the table - Board considers discontinu- ing Grade 7 – 9 at Wapella The Southeast Cornerstone School Division is not consid- ering closing Wapella School, but it is permanently closing 7-9, making it a K-6 School. The Redvers Optimist New Year’s baby On January 10, Jaime Grace-Mary Finkle made her entrance into the world, making her Redvers’ New Year’s Baby of 2016. Crossroads this Week Open for business The fifth agricultural equipment dealership to serve Shoal Lake and area is once again open in an ideal spot within the Industrial Park. Dwight Logeot and his partner, Darrel Carlisle, opened the doors to Corner Equipment Shoal Lake at the former location of Murray’s Farm Supplies on Monday, January 25, with its focus on being a short line dealer. Virden Empire Advance New RCMP Staff Sergeant Steve Sumner introduced two new RCMP officers. Constable Joshua Maynard is from Halifax, NS; Constable Bryan MacIntosh is from Hamilton, ON. The Staff Sergeant announced that tactical training for rapid deployment is well underway. This training is for officers covering the areas of Melita, Reston and Virden. The Gazette Big win! Congratulations to Dori Gudnason of Baldur, who was the lucky winner of the Ag Days 50/50 draw and took home $9,891. 50/50 total sales were $19,782 and the funds raised will go towards “Ag Day’s Give Back Community Giving Program”. The Redvers Optimist Depart With Dignity The students and staff of Ecole de Bellegarde were granted a special honour as the school was chosen to be part of the Canadian Forces Depart with Dignityîprogram. The intent of the Depart With Dignity program is to for- malize the process and to ensure that all CF members are given the appropriate recognition upon completion of their military service. Under the program, all honourably releasing Canadian Forces personnel with at least 25 years of military service are eligible for presentation, in recognition of their lengthy service, of a Canadian Flag, which has been flown at the members Unit/Base or Wing. For Lieuteant-Colonel Bruno Paulhus, that home base, and choice was Ecole de Bellegarde.

The Souris District Arts Council is pleased to be bringing the Manitoba Theatre Centre’s Regional Tour to the Avalon Theatre in Souris on Thursday, February 11, at 7:30 p.m. The live production this year is Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s The Hound of the Baskerville’s”. The story is set on a desolate Scottish moor and resolves around an ancient family curse on the Baskerville family. This curse, involving the purported appearance of an extremely large hound, picks off members of the Baskerville line if they dare cross the desolate moor after dark. Sir Henry Baskerville, intent on claiming his inheritance, enlists Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson to get to the bottom of the mystery. This story is the most popular of the Sherlock Holmes stories. Three actors play 17 characters in this lively adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic novel. The MTC production takes a lighter look at this story and has created a zany madcap telling of this classic tale. The Hound of the Baskerville’s stars Arne MacPherson as Sherlock Holmes, Toby Hughes as John Wat-

Despite being disappointed in the past, I continue to preorder books that look interesting. Recently two such arrived, and I am pleased to report that I found both to be excellent and certainly worth the wait. The first, and shorter of the two, is My Name Is Lucy Barton, by Elizabeth Strout. The setting is deceptively simple. Lucy Barton is confined to a hospital bed, recovering from a lengthy illness. Her husband calls her mother to come, and despite an estrangement of many years, she does. There follows a lowkeyed but emotionally deep reconnection between mother and daughter during which little is ever said of their relationship per se, but everything is ex-

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son and Aaron Pridham as Sir Henry Baskerville. The creative team behind the production includes Director Ann Hodges, set and costume designer Brian Perchaluk, sound designer Chris Coyne, stage manager Kathryn Ball, apprentice stage manager Brent Mikulik, choreographer Sofia Constantini, tour technical director Ian Kirk, and tour technician Chris Hadley. The Royal MTC Regional Tour comes to 23 communities across Manitoba and northwestern Ontario and is generously sponsored by Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries, CIBC, Manitoba Public Insurance, MacDon Industries, and the Manitoba Arts Council. As the Winnipeg Free Press says, “Hound is ripe for caricature and no opportunity for buffoonery is missed” – sounds like an event not to be missed! Come and join us for a rare opportunity to see professional live theatre in “our own backyard”, - Avalon Theatre, Thursday, February 11, at 7:30 p.m. Please check the Coming Events section of this newspaper for ticket information.

plained nonetheless. Through the sharing of gentle gossip about the people in her hometown, and the deep and stoic devotion Lucy’s mother exhibits and she stays by her daughter’s bedside, the love between mother and daughter is exquisitely demonstrated, though never actually verbalized. Their estrangement is detailed through Lucy’s reminiscences: of her childhood growing up in poverty, of her desire to become a writer, of her decision to marry against her parents’ wishes. The depth of their affection runs throughout all of this, and is emphasized when, years later, Lucy is herself summoned to her mother’s bedside. Overall a lovely story, deceptively simple yet deeply resonate in the souls of both mothers and daughters. The Japanese Lover, by Isabel Allende, is a much more involved book but one I thoroughly enjoyed. A bit confusing to start with, as the main character seems to be Irina Bazili, a health care worker in a senior citizens’

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complex. Obviously troubled by a past which remains hidden, Irina is impressed by a rather imperious and totally independent woman, Alma Belasco. And that’s when the emphasis shifts, with Alma becoming the story’s main focus. We learn that as a child she was sent by her parents from Poland to her wealthy American aunt and uncle. We watch as she grows, befriending her cousin Nathaniel and Ichimei, the son of the Belasco’s gardener. As WWII overtakes the US, Ichimei and his family are sent to an internment camp, and Alma loses track of him. The rest of the story is uncovered by Irina and Seth, Alma’s grandson, as, intrigued by the periodic letters and weekly gardenias she receives, and even more so by the sporadic and mysterious trips she takes, they gently pry from Alma a story of a seventy-year long passion, forbidden by convention, but uniting two souls forever. A lovely, somewhat sad, but heartwarming tale.

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S.O.S. office is located in Victoria Park Lodge. Our phone/fax number is 204-483-3106. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please feel free to drop in for a visit anytime, we would love to see you. S.O.S. hooks up the Victoria Lifeline Service, which will get you help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with just the push of a button. You and your family and friends will have peace of mind knowing you can get help, if they are around.

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 it is available through S.O.S. if you do. Congregate Meals are served five days a week at Crescent Manor at 5:00 p.m. If you would like to enjoy a delicious meal and good company, call 204-483-3990 and book yourself in, you’ll be glad you did. You can purchase some take home meals, as well. Some fun things to do at VPL: Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. - fun exercises; Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. - fun Bingo; Thursdays at 6:30p.m. Cory playing the piano and singing; Fridays at 1:30 p.m. - fun games. Call the office for more information. We hope you will come and join us. At Crescent Manor on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - fun exercises. Everyone is welcome to join in.

The Handi-Van will get you to and from your in/or out of town appointments. Every third Wednesday we plan a trip to Brandon, so you can get away for a few hours, meet friends, have lunch and shop for those things you cannot buy in town. Call our office to get booked on the next outing February 17. S.O.S have workers ready to help you with cleaning, inside and outside your homes as well as odd jobs, drivers for out of town, or in town, if the Handi-Van is booked. We will do our best to help you out. Wise Words Written by Elizabeth Gozney TODAY’S THE DAY! Take the chance that comes today, tomorrow may not do. Yesterday is in the past, today is bright and new. Don’t let opportunity start to fade away, Do the very things you know are wiser done today! This is all for this week. Bye for now and we hope to hear from you soon.

Souris Glenwood Council notes submitted

The Council for the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood held its regular meeting Tuesday, December 22. Members present included: Mayor Darryl Jackson, Councillors Sandra Denbow, Darcy Gerow, Mark Gillis, Joseph Goodwill, William Tanguay, and Gerald Williams, CAO Charlotte Parham. Staff Sergeant Clint Wikander, RCMP Blue Hills Detachment, attended the meeting to introduce himself to Council members and discuss any issues that may be a concern to Council. Visibility of officers was discussed. ATV and snowmobiles on streets is also a concern that will be watched for. A new constable has been added to the Souris compliment and a Community Constable will be added in February. The 2016-2017 Community Forest Agreement - Dutch Elm Disease Management was received. This agreement will be reviewed and discussed with Minister of Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship prior to approval. Information regarding Subdi-

vision Application 4449-15-7598 was received from Manitoba Community Planning. Further review and information will be obtained prior to approval. Information regarding Subdivision Application 4449-15-7605 was received from Manitoba Community Planning. Further review and information will be obtained prior to approval. The following motions were approved: • That the agenda be adopted as presented. • That the minutes December 8, 2015 be adopted as circulated. • To approve for payment of accounts to December 22, 2015 represented by Cheque Nos. 001202 to 001301 for a total of $201,945.20. • That the Council of the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood enter into a snow removal agreement with Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation for the removal of snow within the Town of Souris - PTH 22 from PTH 2 to Crescent Avenue at a rate of $76.61 per centimetre of snow based on a previous 5 year average of snowfall as recorded by Environment Cana-

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da for the periods of November 1 to March 31 of each year which translates into an average snowfall of 107.5 cm. • Whereas the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood By-Law No. 112015 which created a Commercial Incentive Program allows for the municipality to enter into a Commercial Development Incentive Agreement with a potential developer; And Whereas the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood has received a request for a Special Economic Incentive from 7180056 Manitoba Ltd for the development of a combined hotel and residential complex; Be it resolved that Council for the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood enters into a Development Incentive Agreement with 7180056 Manitoba Ltd for a period of 60 months as per agreement prepared by Meighen Haddad LLP. • That the following dates will be posted as regular scheduled Council meeting dates for the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood

for 2016 are: Tuesday, January 12; Tuesday, January 26; Tuesday, February 9; Tuesday, February 23; Tuesday, March 8; Tuesday, March 22; Tuesday, April 12; Tuesday, May 10; Tuesday, May 24; Tuesday, June 14; Tuesday, June 28; Tuesday, July 12; Tuesday, July 26; Tuesday, August 9; Tuesday, August 23; Tuesday, September 13; Tuesday, September 27; Tuesday, October 11; Tuesday, October 25; Tuesday, November 8; Tuesda,y December 13. • To authorize Darcy Dunbar to attend the MB Water and Wastewater School 2016 from February 16 - 19, 2016, held at Red River College, Winnipeg registration of $800and expenses incurred be paid in accordance with By-law No. 03-2015. • That By-law No. 12-2015, being a by-law of the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood to establish an Airport Commission be given first reading. • To adjourn to meet again on Tuesday, January 12, 2016.

LAND FOR RENT Sealed, written tenders to lease property situate in the Municipality of Grassland and described below will be received by: Meighen Haddad LLP Box 485, Deloraine, Manitoba R0M 0M0 Attention: Warren G. Barber Q.C. Parcel One: Parcel Two:

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CONDITIONS OF TENDER 1. Interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property and not on any representations made on or behalf of the Lessor. 2. Tenders must be received on or before 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 9, 2016. 3. Each tender must clearly specify the rental offered, the payment dates and the duration of the proposed lease. Renter will be required to pay GST on the rent amount. 4. The bidder whose tender is accepted will be required to complete a written lease agreement. Souris High School students spent the last few weeks cramming for exams. Hopefully most of them survived the pressure and it’s on to another term. Pictured: Three young students spend their free time studying in the Souris School cafeteria. PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER

5. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. For further information or an appointment to view, contact Jack Vandusen at 204-483-0913 or 204-858-2064.

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Whatcha gonna give for?

On Sunday, January 31, at the Souris Community Complex, Prairie Lane auctioneers were kept busy with lots of treasures to be bought. It was a packed house and surely no one went home empty handed! PHOTOS/DEBBIE BUTLER Phone 204-483-5200 Fax 204-483-5203

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MUNICIPAL OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed noon - 1:00 p.m. NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2016 • 7:00 p.m. • 100 - 2nd Street South

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To book your ride, call 204-741-0202 Monday - Friday Group trips are also available upon request, advanced booking required.

Donations to the Handi-Transit may be made through the Municipal Office

Dispose used oil, filters and antifreeze and containers at the Eco-Centre. GARBAGE & RECYCLE PICK-UP put your garbage /recycling out by 7 a.m. RECYCLING CENTRE: 24-hour drop off is located 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.

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.

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Brooklyn February 5 - 7, 2016 Rated PG-13 • 111 min • Drama | Romance Stars: Saoirse Ronan, Emory Cohen, Domhnall Gleeson An Irish immigrant lands in 1950s Brooklyn, where she quickly falls into a romance with a local. When her past catches up with her however, she must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within.

Star Wars February 12 - 14, 2016 Rated PG • 135 min • Action | Adventure | Fantasy Stars: Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac Three decades after the defeat of the Galactic Empire, a new threat arises. The First Order attempts to rule the galaxy and only a ragtag group of heroes can stop them, along with the help of the Resistance.

OUTDOOR RINK IS READY!! Everyone welcome to use and volunteer. Located on the north side of the skate park. Lights are on until 10:30 p.m. daily. Non-smoking facility.

Please keep the area clean and use with respect.

SOURIS VALLEY RECREATION PROGRAMS Call 204-483-5214 or visit facebook.com/sourisrecreation Please refrain from feeding the turkeys as MB Conservation is in the process of relocating them. Thank you.

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Southwest Horizon School Division Board of Trustees 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 Board of Trustees was held on Wednesday, January 27, at 7:00 p.m. in Hartney. Trustees present -Sven Kreusch (vice-chair), Cindy Cassils, Michelle Edwards, Janice McDonald, Penny Oliver, Linda Phillips; Administration present - Carolyn Cory, Kevin Zabowski; Recording secretary - Michelle Blades. Regrets - Scott Perkin (chair), Allan Downey, Chris Page. Edwards/Oliver: Be it resolved that we adopt the agenda, as amended. Carried. Cassils/McDonald: Be it resolved that we approve the minutes from the regular Board meeting of January 13 and the special meeting of January 20, as circulated. Carried. Edwards/Oliver: Be it resolved that we approve the staffing report, as presented. Carried. Superintendent report Restitution Sessions for PAC The Curriculum Coordinator and trained Restitution Facilitators in SHSD are organizing • • • Restitution Information Sessions for interested PACs in SHSD. • Grad Survey - During the first week of January, Grade 12 students from each school in SHSD completed an on-line survey developed by Senior Admin. The survey included questions regarding their thirteen years of school experience, preparation for the transition out of our

schools, as well as their post-secondary plans. Results of this survey will be shared on the SHSD website. • Thoughtexchange - Students in Grades 5-9 are currently engaged in a survey through Thoughtexchange in which they are asked to share their interests both in and out of the classroom as well as their ideas and vision of what their school experience could be. Phase one of this project wraps up on January 22 followed by a week during which students will consider the ideas of other students and assist us in setting priorities. Results from this survey will be shared on our website in February. • Student Advisory Committee - During the coming weeks the Superintendent will meet with student groups from Grades 9-12 in each of our 12 schools. Students are invited to bring topics for discussion. The focus for these sessions is assessment/reporting, engagement, and school strengths. • My Students in The Middle Years - The Manitoba Department of Education and Advanced Learning has developed the following website for educators and parents. It includes links to Engaging Middle Years Students in Learning, Five Key Actions to Improve Student Engagement in the Middle Years, and a parent resource. Links are also available on our division website at www.shmb.ca for ‘My Child in Middle Years’, ‘My Child in School’ and ‘My Learning at Home’. • Provincial Report Card Resources - Manitoba Education and Advanced Learning plans to collect

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report card data for the purpose of ensuring continuous improvement, particularly in the areas of literacy and numeracy. In order to reinforce assessment and grading practices they have created new resources that can be accessed through the following links: -Provincial Report Card Frequently Asked Questions: Assessment and Grading (FAQs) http:// www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/assess/ report_cards/faq_ag.html -A resource/handout Report Card Opinions vs. Facts pertaining to department expectations for assessment and grading http://www. edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/assess/report_ cards/index.html -Report Card Performance Profiles: Supplementary descriptions of student achievement across the levels of the report card grading scale, both generic, http://www.edu.gov. mb.ca/k12/assess/report_cards/ grading/competence.html -Specific to the mathematics (Grades 1-8) subject categories http://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/ assess/report_cards/grading/ math.html • Numeracy PD - Manitoba Education and Advanced Learning will provide a one-day session called Focusing on Numeracy for Grade 7-9 Students in Manitoba for divisions across Manitoba. Southwest Horizon has been given 11 spots that we will fill with staff from across the division. Secretary-treasurer report • Draft Budget update - an update was provided. • Operations Report - Capital A, B and C Projects: - Souris - Wall and Veneer Replacement Project - This project is awaiting a final review and walkthrough. There will be a lot of landscaping work to do in the spring. - Pierson Gym Roof Replacement - As the weather has warmed up the project will get back on track. There was some siding work left to do and the roof is complete. - Wawanesa and Hartney Roof Replacement - PSFB is scheduling the tender for the week after the February long weekend. - Other Maintenance - The Operations Department are currently pricing Capital D projects requested by our schools and will have a

summarized list by the middle of February for review. - Transportation - Three new bus drivers are being trained in the Wawanesa/Souris catchment area. - The Operations Department is currently reviewing the bus fleet and looking at various replacement options, bearing in mind the current poor exchange rate with the United States. • Accounts Payable were reviewed Edwards /Oliver: Be it resolved that we approve the following accounts for payment: January 16, 2016 Accounts Payable 31599 – 31630 $64,259.96 Direct Deposit 8113 – 8150 $36,622.28 January 22, 2016 Accounts Payable 31631 – 31665 $221,813.14 Direct Deposit 8151 – 8196 $26,079.59 Manual Cheque 862 $249.00 Carried. Policies and Procedures The following new or updated procedures were reviewed and will be added to the Administrative Manual: • 1-08 School Volunteers • 3-05 Smoke Free, Tobacco and E-Cigarettes • 5-20 Conflict of Interest • 5-21 Solicitations by Staff • 8-01 Alcohol and Drugs Correspondence The following correspondence was reviewed: C4ST – WiFi in Schools Concern • Minister of Education - Science Labs • PSFB - Pierson School • PSFB - SHSD Capital Support 2016 • MSBA - Anne Frank House Educational Projects • MSBA - Balancing Educational and Fiscal Responsibilities Webinar February 3 • Manitoba Education and Advanced Learning - Religious Diversity in Manitoba Schools. Unfinished Business MADD Sponsorship request was reviewed. McDonald/Cassils: Be it resolved that we approve the sponsorship request for the MADD Message Yearbook, in support of MADD Canada. Carried. continued on page 12

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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena Nerbas Hi Reena, I read your column and wonder if you can tell me how to clean my cabinets? They are not melamine; they are custom-made laminate cabinets. Thanks, Rudy Dear Rudy, The following is recommended for cleaning cabinets: Mild dish soap and water use a damp clean cloth being careful not to use an excessive amount of water, dry immediately. It is recommended not to use; Murphy’s Oil, Cabinet Magic, detergents and abrasive cleaners on kitchen cabinets as these can have a deteriorating effect on the finish over time, and may void some warranties. Hello Reena, I have linen fabric sofa’s that are kept outdoors. When it rains the air is moist. So unfortunately I have noticed my sofa’s developing mold. Is there any product I can use to protect the fabric, i.e. Scotchgard? Thanks so much. Jamie Dear Jamie, Yes, you’ve got it! Scotchgard Outdoor Protector and similar products are formulated to defend fabrics against mold and other harmful elements by creating a barrier that protects the surface of the textiles. Taking steps to protect your fabric is a smart long term investment. Dear Reena, I own countertops, which have an epoxy

coating as the topcoat finish. The area below the window has yellowed, I assume from the sun exposure. I tried to remove the yellowing using baking soda, and also with 3% hydrogen peroxide, but to no avail. Do you have a suggestion? Many thanks! Linda Dear Linda, I contacted the company and they recommend cleaning the counters with dish soap and water and a thin coat of oil. They also suggested using Scott’s Liquid Gold on the counter. As far as yellowing is concerned, they have never heard of this. Your counters should not discolor; I recommend that you contact the manufacturer because cleaning with anything other than what the company recommends may damage your warranty. Dear Reena, I scrubbed the soap scum inside my tiled bathroom shower for years. Now as I am older, I need an easier solution for cleaning soap scum. Any ideas? Vanessa Dear Vanessa, Consider wetting the tiles with the following all-purpose homemade cleaner: Into an empty spray bottle pour 2 cups water, half cup vinegar, one quarter cup rubbing alcohol and half tsp. dish soap. Spray the tile and leave for 15 minutes. Use a plastic putty knife to clean the walls with ease. Dear Reena,

How can I prevent berries from sinking to the bottom of muffins when I bake them? Laine Dear Laine, Toss berries with flour before adding them to muffin batter. As well, if the berries are large, consider cutting them into small pieces so that they won’t be as heavy. Unique Household Ideas • As spring approaches I want to share a tip that I discovered last year. Instead of taking hours to sweep out debris and dirt in my garage, I use my leaf blower. With earplugs, safety glasses and a dust mask on, I can clean the entire garage in about 10 minutes and I don’t need to move heavy furniture before I clean. Submitted by Hank • I have a kitchen apron with big pockets. I was ready to toss it when I had an idea. I now fill the pockets with sponges and cleaning products and wear the apron whenever I clean my home. Now everything is right at my fingertips. If your apron didn’t come with pockets, they are easy to add if you sew. Submitted by Jocelyn 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. I enjoy your questions and tips, keep them coming. Need a Presenter on the topic: Effective Speaking or The Power of Words? Check out: Reena.ca

Everything you need to know about retiring with RRIFs (NC) Everyone should be familiar with the Registered Retirement Savings Plan but as you get closer to your postworking life, there’s another registered account you need to get to know: The Registered Retirement Income Fund. At 72, you’re no longer allowed to invest in an RRSP. In fact, you must - by government regulation - withdraw money from it. Essentially, an RRSP converts into a RRIF, which then becomes the account you remove your money from. For many retirees, the switch to a RRIF can be confusing. David Ablett, director of tax and estate planning at Investors Group, shares his advice on the benefits of a RRIF and what you need to know to make it work best for you. 65 is the magical age. While you have to convert your RRSP into a RRIF before January 1 of the year you turn 72, you can make that transition at any age. However, many people wait until they are 65 to do so. At that point, you can take advantage of the pension income tax credit and pension income splitting. That means that if you are required to take out, say, $10,000 from

your RRIF in a given year, you could, if it were tax-advantageous, transfer half of it to your spouse’s income. Know the “ins” and “outs”. As with an RRSP, the money in your RRIF still grows tax-free, but you are no longer allowed to put new money in. You now have to make regular withdrawals at an increasing rate.

There is a minimum amount you have to remove but there is no maximum. However, you will have to pay tax, based on your marginal tax rate, on whatever you take out. “If you take a large amount from your RRIF, you could be exposing yourself to a clawback of your Old Age Security payments,” says Ablett. Use your

TFSA for extra cash. If you are required to withdraw more money from your RRIF than you need,

then take advantage of your tax-free savings account (TFSA). You’ll have to pay taxes on the amount

that is withdrawn from your RRIF, but then the money can continue to grow taxfree in the TFSA.

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Pembina Co-op Hardware/Lumber Clerk Position Souris, Manitoba Pembina Co-op is recruiting for hardware/lumber clerk position at its Souris Home Centre. The successful candidate will possess strong work ethics, a positive attitude, planning and organization skills with the willingness to progress within the Co-op retail system. Minimum qualifications will include a Grade 12 education. Retail and computer skills experience is an asset but we will train. Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s licence. Rick Remillard Pembina Co-op Box 250, Souris, MB R0K 2C0 Phone: 204-483-2137 Fax: 204-483-2351 r.remillard@pembinacoop.ca Deadline for applications: February 26, 2016. (We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.) Open to Possibilities

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Phone (204)483-2070 Fax (204)522-3648 • Email cpocket@mts.net Obituaries

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OBITUARY

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It is with shock and sadness that we announce the passing of Grant Hudson Maguire in Portage la Prairie Hospital while enroute to St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg on January 25, 2016. Grant was born in Souris Hospital on January 1, 1952 to Gib and Eileen (Grant) Maguire. Grant received his schooling in Elgin and Hartney. He first worked in Winnipeg at the Land Titles Office as a clerk but decided to come home to Elgin to farm with his father. Before Grant was done high school he acquired his pilot’s license. Grant married Doris Moreau of Hartney and together raised two sons, Wesley and Warren. Grant loved farming and did so for 44 years. In the early years of marriage during the winter months Grant worked at the Souris Cheese Plant, and then Clearwater’s Grocery Store in Elgin. Grant also played fastball and ice hockey for several years. He was a very active community member, serving as secretary for 20 years for the Elgin Pool Elevator. Grant also served on the Elgin Fire Department for 27 years, 12 of them as Fire Chief. He was one of the founding volunteers of the construction of the new Elgin Community Hall and held the position as chairman on two separate terms. Grant was also very busy at the Elgin Rink as president for one term and caretaker for two seasons. Grant and Doris moved to Souris in 2010 and he continued to farm until 2014. He became a Legion member, and also acquired a position at the Victoria Park Lodge as maintenance man. It was the perfect job for him, fixing things, visiting with the residents, sampling food in the kitchen on his way through and being given the time to still farm. Grant was predeceased by his parents, Gib and Eileen. Remaining to cherish his memory are Doris, his wife of 43 years; children Wesley (Jennifer) Maguire of Deloraine, and Warren (girlfriend Lisa and her children Mathieu and Maslyn Belair) of Elgin; grandchildren Caleb, Kristal and Natalie Maguire; brother Keith (Gary Frain) Maguire of Winnipeg; sister-in-law Carol (Andy) Wilton of Brandon; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A service to celebrate Grant’s life was held on Friday, January 29, 2016 from St. Paul’s United Church, Souris, MB with Don Sellsted officiating and Grant Jackson as soloist. Funeral arrangements by Kowalchuk’s of Souris. Announcements

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Souris Legion #60 General Meeting, Tuesday, February 16, 2016, 8:00 p.m. Budget to be presented. Cubs and Scouts giving presentation of Drumheller trip. All members required. Please attend.

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The Souris District Arts Council is proud to present Manitoba Theatre Centre’s Regional Touring Production of “The Hound of the Baskerville’s” on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. at the Avalon Theatre. Tickets are on sale now and are available at Plaza Petals, Kathy Price at Kirkup Agencies, or by phoning Sharon Dunn at 204-483-2001. Ticket prices are $20 (adults) and $10 (students).

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Card of Thanks Maguire - We would like to give our heartfelt thanks for the cards, phone calls, hugs, flowers and food given to our family during the passing of Grant. The tremendous support shown to us has been overwhelming. For the emergency care - we thank you. Also, to Dr. Cram, a special thanks. Thank you to Don Sellsted for the lovely service, Grant Jackson for the solo, Glenda McConnell for the ABBA music, the choir, UCW for the lunch and Kowalchuk’s for the funeral arrangements. Doris, Wesley, Warren and families

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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.

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This Week in History by Tyler Bugg

January 31: German Field Marshall Friedrich Paulus, recently promoted by Hitler, surrenders the starving, surrounded, and besieged soldiers of Sixth Army to Soviet troops, and ending the Battle of Stalingrad, seen as a turning point in World War Two. (1943) February 1: Space Shuttle Columbia, returning to Earth after completing mission STS-107, disintegrates during reentry into the atmosphere, killing all seven astronauts onboard. (2003) February 2: A massive dogsled relay, with 20 mushers and 150 sled dogs reach the icebound town of Nome, Alaska in five and a half days to deliver diphtheria antitoxin to help prevent an epidemic. The men and dogs involved would be labelled heroes by the new medium of radio, and leading to the famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. (1925) February 3: The Centre Block of Parliament Hill in Ottawa catches on fire and burns down with the loss of seven lives. Only the Library of Parliament is saved. Rebuilding began immediately, and on January 26, 1920, the first sitting of Parliament took place, and on Canada Day, Livestock 55 Red and Black Angus 2-yearold bulls suitable for cows and heifers. Private treaty at the Ranch. Information sheet available. Triple V Ranch Dan 204-665-2448 or 204-522-0092, Matthew 204-264-0706 website vvvranch.com

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1927, the Peace Tower was dedicated. (1916) February 4: Delegates from six southern states that have seceded from the United States meet in Montgomery, Alabama, and form the Confederate States of America, setting in stage the American Civil War (1861) February 5: Three of the most famous performers and directors in the era of silent films: Charlie Chaplin, Mary Pickford, Douglas Fair-

banks and D. W. Griffith launch United Artists, with the intention of controlling their own work instead of being dependent on the powerful studios. (1919) February 6: A Pennsylvania Railroad passenger train, The Booker, derails in New Jersey. The accident kills 85 people, with over 500 more injured. It is still the worst rail disaster in American history (1951)

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Westoba Credit Union continues to donate to community

Westoba Credit Union has donated $3,000 to the Lounge project at the Souris Glenwood Memorial Complex. This is for a five-year sponsorship of the Curling Lounge, to be referred to now as the Westoba Credit Union Lounge. The agreement ends December 2020. Heiko Zinn, Complex manager, was on hand to collect the cheque on January 28. Pictured (L-R): Fatima Idris (Westoba), Deb Robinson (Westoba), Colin Dunbar (Souris Curling Club), Heiko Zinn (Complex manager), Janice Wooley (Westoba), Joanne West (Westoba), Brenda Kempthorne (Westoba), Wendy Denbow (Westoba). PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER

Southwest Horizon School Division Board of Trustees minutes continued from page 8 New Business Oliver/Edwards: Be

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of Arthur and RM of Edward is now known as the Municipality of Two Borders. Carried. McDonald/Cassils: Be it resolved that we approve the updated joint use agreement between Southwest Horizon School Division and the Antler River Recreation District. The update is required as the Antler River Recreation District includes the former Town of Tilston, RM of Albert, Town of Pierson, RM of Edward and RM of Arthur which is now known as the Municipality of Two Borders and Town of Waskada and RM of Brenda which is now known as Municipality of Brenda-Waskada. Carried. Cassils/McDonald: Be it resolved that we adjourn the meeting. The next regular Board meeting will be held on February 10, 2016 at the call of the Chair in Hartney School. Carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.