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Lon Turner has been hired as the new EDO for Souris/Glenwood. PHOTO/SUBMITTED
As the new Economic Development Officer for the Souris-Glenwood Community Development Corporation I am looking forward to working with the CDC Board and the community at large to build on the momentum that Souris-Glenwood has as a place to visit, to do business, and to live. I am very thankful for this wonderful opportunity. I was first exposed to Souris-Glenwood 15 years ago when I met my wife, Loretta, who was born and raised here. We would come back to visit her family over Christmas and during the summer. I was always drawn to the natural beauty of the area and it was an easy choice for us five years ago to move to Souris-Glenwood permanently to live and raise our three children, Hayden (Grade 3), Jenna (Grade 2) and Chelsea (Kindergarten). Life on the farm has been great and our experiences grow as we get more involved in the community and get to know more people. I currently volunteer with minor hockey, minor ball and I am a Board member for Souris Minor Hockey and Souris-Glenwood Memorial Complex. As a Board member you appreciate the inter-dependence of the people, the business community, tourism, the volunteer spirit and how it affects our quality of life. This awareness is what drew me to the EDO opportunity, realizing the importance of the EDO position in developing and promoting the com-
munity. I felt my professional and educational background would be a good fit with the EDO position. Since we moved to Souris, in addition to working on a local farm, I have completed an accounting designation and worked in finance and administration with some time spent in public practice. Prior to that I was in sales and marketing for 10 years after completing a degree in commerce from the University of Manitoba. Additional experience I have includes being an owner of a franchise, part of a family-run business in hospitality, and one military tour with time over seas and in the US. My personal interests have always centered around sports and music and it is inspiring to see how active people are in this community in both sports and the arts. I am hoping my diverse background will bring value to the EDO position. As new EDO, I hope to have an impact on the tasks and objectives set forth by the CDC Board. The job description is comprehensive and focused and it looks like I will have a lot of rewarding work to get going on. My own goals are to operate with initiative and creativity and have an opendoor policy as I get to know and work with the local committees, businesses and community as a whole. Souris-Glenwood has a lot to offer and I’m excited to be a part of it!
New homes proposed for vacant subdivision by Glen Kirby A local realtor is hinting that Souris may be hit with a surge of new home construction. Royal LePage agent Glen Tosh says a developer plans to ask for Municipal approval next week to build homes on as many as six vacant lots in the Forrest Avenue subdivision adjacent to the Souris Health Centre. “It’s exciting,” says Tosh. “This would match the number of new homes constructed in Souris in any given year.” The development would breathe life into languid local lot sales and a subdivision mired in controversy. Created using more than $600,000 of taxpayer dollars, 19 of the 21 lots in Forrest Avenue remain empty. Only one lot has been sold; two were given to residents in a land swap relocation from flood-prone property along the west bank of the Souris River. Residents packed a Town hall meeting in May, 2015, after learning that the development costs would be added to their property bills unless the Municipality sold, on-average, two lots per year. When the lots came to market, residents questioned whether the asking prices ranging from $45,000-$55,000 were too high, noting nearby communities were of-
fering municipal lots for much less. At that same public meeting last May, staff and Councillors with the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood were questioned why the lots were not featured on the Town of Souris website, an obvious resource for potential buyers. Today - eight months later - residents are still asking the same questions. As of Wednesday, the Town of Souris website contained no information about the lots. Under the menu tab “Making Your Home in SourisGlenwood” and the sub-heading “Building Here”, approximately two dozen construction contractors are listed but no mention of 29 municipal lots still available in two new subdivisions. By comparison, nearby Rivers lists residential lots for $25,000 to $40,000 on its homepage. Lots available in Boissevain are also prominently displayed on its website, with some listed at half the price of Souris properties. Century 21 realtor Leslie Chudley feels the Forrest Avenue lots are competitively priced because the subdivision offers amenities including a paved street, underground hydro lines and a nearby hospital. “Aesthetically, they are more desirable,” she says. Tosh agrees, suggesting $55,000
gets you a prized “walk-out” lot with southern exposure. “That’s still considerably less than a lot in Brandon which will now run you six figures,” he says. Last year, Tosh was awarded a tendered contract by the Municipality to represent the Town in the lot sales, which are listed on his personal website and the Multiple Listing Service used by realtors across Canada. Tosh says he has been the listing and selling agent for every lot sold to-date in Forrest Avenue. Whether Souris is competing with Brandon for homebuyers is debateable. Chudley believes communities like Carberry and Minnedosa are more a threat. “Souris competes with other small towns within a half-hour drive of Brandon,” says Chudley. “People looking for the lifestyle offered in rural communities aren’t interested in Brandon.” Both realtors agree that 2015 was a poor year for lots sales and new home construction in Souris, citing only one example of a new build compared to five in an average year. “Everybody thought it would be a quicker process,” says Tosh, referring to the pace of new lot sales. “The economy hasn’t helped, with the price
of oil and the stock markets.” 2016 is expected to continue the buyer’s market, with borrowing rates remaining low and a glut of available lots. In addition to the Municipal land for sale, Chudley still has four lots in the southwest of Souris privately developed approximately seven years ago with her husband, listed at $37,500. Municipal officials have long defended the sticker price of the Forrest Ave properties, claiming it would be unfair to undercut private sellers. However, Municipal-owned lots are listed at $30,000 in the Oak Avenue development in the northwest quadrant. Only one of 10 lots has been sold but Tosh says a higher water table and unpaved access are limiting interest Attention will be focussed on Forrest Avenue, with Tosh suggesting construction could begin this spring on a number of bungalow-style homes if development approval is given at next week’s committee meeting. The houses, approximately 1300 sq ft in size, would be built on spec by an outside developer and ready for occupancy in the summer and fall of 2016. Souris-Glenwood administration did not respond to the Plaindealer’s request for information regarding this story.
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Souris Legion Branch #60 presents awards
submitted The Royal Canadian Legion annually sponsors a Poster & Literary Competition with Remembrance Day as its base for students from Grades 1-12. The Grade 5 and 6 students at Souris School did posters for this competition. Four of the best were chosen to go to the Legion District 3 Judging. Cde Ken McBurney, Poppy Chairman for the Souris Legion, attended the school on Friday, January 8, and presented certificates and cheques to Kelsey Page, Bailey Kreusch, Brynn Tosh, and Nolan Roberts. Cde Gale Collinson, District 3 Commander, was also there and presented Kelsey Page with an additional certificate and cheque for having her colour poster win the Junior Level Competition in District 3. Her poster will go to Winnipeg to be judged at the Provincial Level and, if winning there, will go on to National judging in Ottawa. Pictured (LR): District 3 Commander Gale Collinson, Kelsey Page, Bailey Kreusch, Brynn Tosh, Souris Legion Poppy Chairman Ken McBurney. Missing: Nolan Roberts. www.edwardjones.com
Well, here it is! A new year! Hope everyone had a great Christmas and holiday. Would like to say thank you to all of the members and guests who helped us celebrate the New Year on Friday afternoon, January 1. It was a pleasure to have all of you there. Our first meat draw of 2016 was held on Saturday, January 2. It was a busy afternoon and multiple wins were few. In fact, only Pearl Marshall and Doris
Dron were able to take home two packages of meat each. The 5050 draw was worth $110 and the lucky winner was Denis Bauldic. Cliff Long was eager to take home $2,254.50 but the Ace of Spades would not cooperate, so we will try again next week. On Wednesday, January 6, we had our first Cribbage evening of 2016. Players used 6 ½ tables. Finishing the evening with the highest score was Alva and Don Doherty. Second prize was claimed by Marion Morris with Vonda Bodin. Doesn’t happen very often but we had a tie for third spot. It was Amelia Morden with Cindy Janz and Viola Logan with Ken Ryckman. Iola Stocks held the lucky ticket for the 50-50 draw. On Thursday, January 7, we had 22 people hoping to make
some noise. Making three shouts were Gale Collinson and Barb Gordon. Close behind with two yells were Gladys Skoc and Darlene Dooley. Lil Atchison was vocal only once but did it on the Little House and received $32. Our meat draw of Friday, January 8, was a very busy evening. However, Lady Luck was not in a mood to favour anyone and no one went home with more than one meat package. Wendy Roosen held the winning ticket on the 50-50 draw which was worth $110. The pot for the “Chase the Ace” amounted to $2,364.50 and the chance to put it in a pocket went to Leona Perkin. Again the Ace of Spades refused to come out of hiding so it will be up for grabs again next week. Glad to hear that Brian Perkin was celebrating his birthday that night.
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S.O.S. is located in Victoria Park Lodge. Our phone number is 204483-3106. Hello on this cold and windy day, guess we got spoiled the first few months of winter. But the fresh snow makes things look so fresh and clean. In fact get an icecream pail full of fresh snow and sprinkle it on your carpeted stairs or any carpets in your home and sweep or vacuum it up and things will smell fresher inside, too. Also take your brooms outside for a minute and dust them off in the fresh snow. Youou will have had a few minutes of cold fresh air as well.
S.O.S. is here to help you out in anyway we can. Give us a call and we will do our best. Wehave house-cleaners and yard workers who will help you weekly or as often as you need. We also hook up the Victoria Lifeline, which is a unit that can get you help 7 days a week, 24 hours a day with just the push of a button. It will give you and your family and friends peace of mind to know that help is always close by for you when they can’t always be there. Cancer Care Drivers are also organized through S.O.S. Our drivers are confidential, caring and once you register with us, we will arrange your rides for you. Call the office for more detailed information. Give us a call and we will explain the ERIK KITS we have. Emergency Response Information Kits, that you can put your health information in and keep
on your fridge in case of emergencies. Handi -van is a local service that will take you to your appointments in Town. If it is booked, we will do our best to get you a driver for in town and out of town as needed. Every third Wednesday (weather permitting and we need riders, too) the Handi-van will make a trip to Brandon. Give us a call and get booked in for the ride and have fun on your outing. Things to do: Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. - arm chair exercises; Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. - Bingo; Fridays at 1:30 p.m. - games and Fridays at 6:30 p.m., Cory entertainment of piano and voice. Everyone is welcome to come and join in at Victoria Park Lodge. On Thursdays at 10:00 a.m., at Crescent Manor, we have some fun arm chair exercises, too. Tips: • Save old milk cartons (not the
Bridge results for January 5 are as follows: 1st Ileen Fenwick and Margaret Greaves; 2nd Don and Alva Doherty; 3rd Barb Janz and Marge Edgerton. Floor Shuffle results for January 6 are as follows: 1st Tom Draper and Iola Stocks; 2nd Bill Palmer and Flo Jones; 3rd Eugene Kowalchuk and Carol Urbanowski. 500 results for January 7 are as follows: 1st Brenda Bond and Mona Canning; 2nd Darlene Dooley and Edmee Palmer; 3rd Lucy Ramsey and Ileen Fenwick.
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plastic ones) and fill old melted candles and/or parawax, insert a wick and keep in the trunk of your car in case of winter emergency. Also be sure to have a lighter or match to light the wick. • Use old milk cartons and fill with sand to carry in your car in case you get stuck in the snow. • When travelling in the cold of winter be prepared. Carry in your vehicle trunk a couple of plastic pails of dry sand, one small shovel, sleeping bags, a well-charged flashlight, outdoor extension cord and a couple pairs of heavy wool socks - you can always use socks on your hands but it is difficult to put gloves on your feet). Always make certain that your gas tank is above the half-full mark. That’s all for this week. Give us a call with your needs and if you would like a home or hospital or Care Home visit, please let us know. Take care and we hope to hear from you soon.
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10 a.m. • Souris Community Complex ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES: Coins, sideboard, curved glass china cabinet, dining suites, toys, chests, LPs, comics, jewellery. HOUSEHOLD: leather loveseat & sofa, electronics, appliances, furniture, serger, sewing machine. MISC: Auto Go Scooter (like new), walker, exerciser, pet kennels, fishing tackle, lumber, laminate flooring, a variety of tools, snowblower, show horse buggy, sleigh, democrat, harness, saddles & tack. SNOWMOBILE: 2014 Polaris 800 Switchback Assault. TRAILERS: snowmobile trailer; 2013 Load Max 7500Ib tandem axle 8.5’ x 24’ trailer; homemade tandem trailer 8’x16’ 3500 Ib axles w/ covered box. MUCH MORE! Details at www.prairielaneauctions.com or Don at 204-724-7510
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Here & There
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SOUTHERN MANITOBA REVIEW Weekly newspapers continue in the digital age. . .The top three reasons for reading a newspaper are: 1. News (local) 2. Events 3. Ads In Canada there are 112 daily newspapers and over 1,000-community newspapers represent-ing a combined circulation of 54 million weekly. Nine in ten Canadians read newspapers each week in print, on websites, tablets and phones. Readership of print newspapers is stable as 7 in 10 continue to read a print newspaper each week. THE WESTERN CANADIAN La Riviere is about to explode in festival finery. The 130th Anniversary Steering Committee has been working hard in planning the best weekend ever for young and old alike. July 30, 31 and Au-
gust 1 should be marked on your calendar for a weekend of fun and entertainment for La Riviere’s Homecoming - Celebrating 130 Years. • • • “Let Them Howl” coming to Manitou. . .On January 28, 1916, women in Manitoba were the first in Canada to receive the vote. Prior to that there was the Political Equality League, which campaigned tirelessly for the Liberal Party, which had promised the vote for women if elected. One of the highlights of their campaign was on January 18, 1914 when they presented a humorous play known as the Women’s Parliament or the Mock Parliament, in which women took the roles of power and men came asking for the vote, “Let Them Howl,” a play about Nellie McClung and the Mock Parliament was first presented in Winnipeg on October 15, 2015. The first rural presentation will take place at the Manitou Opera House on January 29, 2016. CROSSROADS THIS WEEK Staycations are on the rise - Canadians looking to vacations closer to home as weak loonie increases travel costs. The weaker loonie and lower gas prices convinced Canadians to vacation closer to home in 2015 and this trend is expected to continue in 2016.
•• • Pawsitive steps being taken by animal lover - Brandon citizen aiming to assist with First Nation’s pet problems. Aiming to get her pet care clinic rolling, a Brandon pet lover has her sights set on fixing the unwanted dog problem plaguing a number of First Nation communities in Westman. Since 2013, Farran Munn has been working hard to get he Pawsitive Communities Mobile Pet Care Program off the ground and into the rural communities including Waywayseecappo First Nation to offer a variety of vet services. The Pawsitive Communities project is a partnership between the Brandon Humane Society, the Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council and the Dakota Ojibway Police Service but it is mainly financed through Munn’s fundraising efforts and community donations. Whether they’re pets or strays most dogs on First Nations get to roam free and he unwanted puppies that come from their animal interactions form packs and can become dangerous to humans and animals. Unwanted dogs from elsewhere are also often abandoned on the land of indigenous people. Munn feels the spaying; neutering and vaccinating offered by the mobile clinic will make a huge difference in the health and number of dogs born on First Nations.
Edward Jones Why Trying to “Time the Market” is a Bad Idea You’ve heard it often: “Buy low, sell high.” It’s sounds like a simple concept, and when properly executed ensures you make money in financial markets. Trouble is, most of us are dismal failures when it comes to this strategy. Trying to “time the market” by moving in and out of investments at their valleys and peaks is notoriously difficult, even for professionals. Many investors end up doing just the opposite-buying or selling individual securities and even mutual funds at the wrong time. They buy in an emotional frenzy, when prices are at their peak, and are left holding the bag when prices fall. Or they sell when prices are low and remain on the sidelines when they re-
bound. Investors who try to jump in and out of major asset groups-such as stocks and bonds-make similar mistakes. For example, when stocks are falling they may wait too long before making an exit, missing out on rebounding prices later. When they move back into stocks, they buy at higher prices. All of this can be costly to investment returns by reducing profits or magnifying losses. So what’s the alternative? For most investors, a buy-and-hold strategy works much better. By investing for the long-term and ignoring shortterm fluctuations you stand a better chance of making respectable longterm investment profits and become less concerned with market volatility. The best long-term buy-and-hold strategy is achieved through effective
asset allocation. Including a mix of asset types in your portfolio means you can tailor investments to reflect your financial goals, take advantage of a wide range of opportunities, and provide protection against market swings. Because nobody knows in advance when one asset class will outperform, it’s best to be invested in all sectors at all times. A balanced portfolio lets you take advantage of upturns in prices, at the same time offering protection against a decline in any one asset class. For example, while growth investments such as stocks are on the wane, income investments such as bonds may outperform. You can diversify among asset classes through investments in individual securities or mutual funds. A portfolio of mutual funds
is easily diversified by investing in different fund categories-such as equity, bond, balanced and moneymarket funds. There is no ideal asset mix for everyone. It depends on your goals, tolerance for risk and other factors. Your mix will also be affected by your age. When you’re young you should focus more on growth, moving toward more conservative assets that help preserve capital when you’re older. But no matter what your stage of life, your portfolio should remain diversified. How do you make sure your asset mix is appropriate? Work with your financial advisor. A professional can help you assess your current portfolio, decide on a suitable asset allocation strategy for your needs and goals, and help you invest accordingly.
New personal identification card by 2017 Manitobans will soon have access to a convenient, safe and secure all-in-one personal identification card (PIC), Health Minister Sharon Blady announced on January 11. “Response from the public was overwhelmingly positive,” Minister Blady said. “Not only do Manitobans embrace the convenience of carrying just one durable and tamper-proof card to access health care and other services, they also strongly believe the PIC will better protect against identify theft, forgery and fraud.” The PIC will integrate a person’s health identification number (PHIN) onto the back of driver’s licences and photo identification cards. The minister noted the PICs are expected to be issued starting as soon as the fall of 2017, and will be authenticated using industry-proven policies, procedures and practices currently in place at Manitoba Public Insurance. MPI already issues photo identification to approximately 92 per cent of health card holders. The minister said anyone who requires a Manitoba Health Card will transition to a new PIC at no charge. Once introduced, the minister noted the PIC will: • offer the convenience of a durable, all-in-one card; • use advanced technology to better protect cardholders against identity theft, forgery and fraud;
• ensure private information stays confidential; • improve access to photo identification for low-income and homeless Manitobans; and • help deliver the right services to the right person through easy photo identification of cardholder. MPI launched a comprehensive, five-week public and stakeholder consultation process last August. The minister noted that through public consultations, online feedback and telephone surveys, more than 4,000 Manitobans and 29 stakeholder organizations provided input. The full consultation report is available for viewing on the MPI website at www.mpi.mb.ca. “Positive feedback was provided by a wide spectrum of affected stakeholder groups,” said Attorney General Gord Mackintosh, minister responsible for Manitoba Public Insurance. “In addition to receiving feedback from thousands of Manitobans, we heard from many interested stakeholders including Manitoba’s francophone community, Indigenous representatives, social service agencies, health-care administrators and service providers. All of their suggestions will be considered as the initiative moves forward.” “Of the many suggestions received during the consultation process, we are pleased to announce that we
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will be significantly expanding the life-saving capacity of organ donation services in Manitoba,” said Minister Blady. “By integrating the organ donor registry into the PIC issuance process, Manitobans will easily be able to state their preferences for organ donation if they choose to do so.” The minister also noted that while Manitoba Public Insurance will be accountable for establishing and verifying identity, Manitoba Health, Healthy Living and Seniors will retain full responsibility for determining eligibility for health services, assignment of personal health information numbers and approving family relationships under health registration numbers for health-care billing and pharmacare deductible application purposes. She also stressed that no personal health or drug records will be shared with Manitoba Public Insurance and no driver’s licence information or driver history will be shared with Manitoba Health. The minister noted the PIC initiative will have no financial impact on MPI ratepayers and will improve personal identification for all Manitobans, particularly for homeless and low-income citizens who may not necessarily have had access to proper photo identification.
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Highlighted calls for service in Souris RCMP area were as follows: On January 5, a Souris resident contacted Police with a complaint of harassing texts. The complainant advised that she had received several obscene texts over the weekend. Police contacted the current owner of the cell phone, who was less than cooperative with police. The complainant appeared satisfied with the actions of police. On January 6, a call to the Souris Detachment was received regarding two vehicles heading north on Hwy 250. The complainant stated that the vehicles were driving below the speed limit and swerving towards the center line. Patrols were made but the suspect vehicles were not located. On January 7, the very familiar Canada Revenue Agency scam was reported to Police. As reported in
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several previous news reports, threats of arrest were left on the potential victim’s phone if they didn’t pay a large sum of money. An on-the-ball Souris resident recognized it as a scam and did not give the person any money but instead reported it to Police. At the risk of sounding like a broken record, please, please don’t give these people money. CRA does not do business this way. If you are concerned about possibly owing them money, contact them directly using a phone number listed on their website. On January 8, a complaint of speeding vehicles on Aspen Ave. was received by the Souris Detachment. No plates were obtained. Souris Detachment members and Traffic Services were advised. On the same date a report of a stolen purse was reported. The complainant forgot her purse at the Subway and when she returned to re-
trieve it, it was gone. On January 8, we also received a complaint of a break, enter & theft in the rural part of Souris-Glenwood. The owner believes she knows who the suspect is. This file remains open. On January 10, a call of an injured deer was reported. Blue Hills members patrolled the area and found the deer deceased on arrival. This has been a very busy week for criminal record checks. The turnaround time can take up to two weeks. Please be patient; I promise I will get it back to you as soon as humanly possible! Speeding: 1; 9-1-1 Act : 1; False Alarms: 1 Souris RCMP-GRC Emergency: 9-1-1; Non-emergent crime: 204-483-2123; Administration (Criminal Record Checks): 204-483-2854.
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Souris Fellowship Club ANNUAL MEETING
Friday, January 22 10:00 a.m. All interested people welcome to attend.
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Elks last founding member Elks present longevity pins recognized for 70-years of service
Two additional members were presented with longterm service pins at the Souris Elks Christmas party. Mark Stocks (above) received a 55-year pin and Rick Jansen (below) received a pin as well. Dean Sherritt presented the pins at the event. PHOTO/SUBMITTED
Del Murray is the last founding member of the Souris Elks. He received a 70-year recognition pin in December. Pictured: Del Murray (L) being congratulated by Elk Dean Sherritt at the organization’s Christmas party. PHOTO/SUBMITTED
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The Co-operative Retailing System (CRS) is a unique, multi-billion dollar organization based on the fundamental principles of co-operation. It is comprised of a network of approximately 250 autonomous retail co-operatives across Western Canada along with their branch operations, and Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL). FCL is the wholesaling/manufacturing arm of the CRS, which provides the retail co-ops with a range of products and services. Based out of Virden, MB, Valleyview Consumers Co-op is recruiting for a Petroleum Division Manager for a $30 million petroleum department with a trading area that covers most of southwest Manitoba. POSITION: Petroleum Division Manager POSITION HOURS: Full-time DEPARTMENT: Virden Petroleum, Virden C-Store/Gas Bar, Pierson Petroleum and Melita C-Store/Gas Bar
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Varsity girls dominate home tournament third year running
The Souris Sabres varsity girls basketball team have been making a name for themselves on the court and around the Province. They won their home tournament for the third year in a row and one of their own was named Manitoba High School Athletics Associate Athlete of the Week. Pictured back row (L-R): Robyn Penner (coach), Izzy West (manager), Jessie Swaenepeol, Emily Simon, Tanja Gohl, Jamie Sherritt, Kristen Leverington, Trever Penner (coach). Middle row: Parker Janz, Jenna Farmer, Camille Punay, Nicki Gohl, Lisa Gohl. Front row: Kaylee Butterfield, Aly Kowlachuk. PHOTO/SUBMITTED
Souris Pee Wee Elks champs in Minnedosa
The Souris Pee Wee Elks competed in the Tournament of Champions in Minnedosa, January 8 - 10. They won game one against the Neepawa Natives 14-0. In game 2, they met the Dauphins Kings, winning 10-0. That was the round robin play giving the team a berth in the semifinal Saturday against Swan River. The score was 3-3 heading into the third period and Souris pulled out a victory 5-3. The team met Russell in the championship winning by a score of 8-4 and the gold medal! The team came out on top earning the Pee Wee A title. Pictured back row (L-R): Pat Janz (assistant coach), Aiden Jasper, Shaylee Scraba, Nolan Roberts, Brian Sobry (assistant coach), Trevor Hunt, Kevin Mantell (head coach). Middle row: Logan Mantell, Avery Kirkup, Zach Edmunds, Zac Janz, Myles Sobry Front row: Shay Martin and Dawson Carlisle. PHOTO/SUBMITTED Phone 204-483-5200 Fax 204-483-5203
MUNICIPALITY OF SOURIS-GLENWOOD
MUNICIPAL OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed noon - 1:00 p.m. NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING: TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2016 • 7:00 p.m. • 100 - 2nd Street South
WEBSITE INFORMATION - Send event details to events@sourismanitoba.com VISIT US AT www.sourismanitoba.com facebook.com/townofsouris
Souris Sabres Shootout Tournament All-stars Kaylee Butterfield (L) and Aly Kowalchuk were named to the Sabres Varsity Girls All-star team at the recent tournament in Souirs. PHOTO/SUBMITTED
PLEASE USE HANDI-TRANSIT
TRANSFER SITE WINTER HOURS
In-town trips: $5 one way • $10 round trip
Wednesday and Friday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday - 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Pre-paid passes (10 rides + 1 free) $ (no expiry date)
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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 your used oil, filters and antifreeze and containers at the Eco-Centre located at the Transfer Site. RECYCLING CENTRE: 24-hour recycling drop off is located at 20 Pine Ave E (west side door). E-Waste is accepted - large items may be dropped off at the Recyling Depot. Please avoid putting household garbage in recycling. GARBAGE & RECYCLE PICK-UP - put your garbage /recycling out by 7 a.m.
BUILDING PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for renovations, new construction, additions, fences and accessory buildings. Please contact the Municipal Office for information 204-483-5200 Building Inspector available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday only
AVALON THEATRE
FRIDAY - SUNDAY SHOWTIME: 7:30 P.M. Phone 204-483-5215
Point Break January 15 - 17, 2016 Rated PG-13 • 114 min • Action | Crime | Sport Stars: Edgar Ramirez, Luke Bracey, Ray Winstone A young FBI agent infiltrates an extraordinary team of extreme sports athletes he suspects of masterminding a string of unprecedented, sophisticated corporate heists. “Point Break” is inspired by the classic 1991 hit.
Daddy’s Home January 22 - 24, 2016 Rated PG-13 • 96 min • Comedy Stars: Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, Linda Cardellini Stepdad Brad Whitaker is a radio host trying to get his stepchildren to love him and call him Dad, but his plans turn upside down when the biological father, Dusty Mayron, returns.
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 Gymnastics - K. Clayton
Mondays & Wednesdays........................................................7:30 pm.......................in Alexander January 25, 27, February 1, 3, 8, 10
Zumba
Tuesdays....................................................................6:30 pm - 7:30 pm.................................Souris & January 12 - March 22 Glenwood Hall
Babysitting Course
Friday, January 29.................................................9:30 am - 3:30 p.m........at Alexander School Registration Required by December 18
Please refrain from feeding the turkeys as MB Conservation is in the process of relocating them. Thank you.
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T of C held in Souris
The Tournament of Champions was held in Souris, January 8 – 10, at the Murray Arena. Unfortunately for the hometown Bantams, they lost to Boissevain in the Consolation final. Swan River won the Championship final. PHOTO/DEBBIE BUTLER
Varsity girls champions at home tournament submitted The varsity girls were a busy bunch last week. The ladies hosted Boissevain in league play on Tuesday. It was the second meeting of the year between the teams and the intensity was at an all time high. The teams played an even first quarter before our girls managed to build a lead behind the outstanding play of Jamie Sherritt. As the game carried on the team began the second half with great
energy as they pulled away from the Broncos winning 68-38. Jamie scored a season high 27 points to go along with 10 rebounds, while Aly Kowalchuk added 14 points and 3 steals. Tanja Gohl chipped in with 11 points for the Sabres. On the weekend the ladies hosted their home tournament, the Sabres Shootout. Teams from all across the Province travelled to Souris to participate. The Sabres opened with a
strong win over the Major Pratt Trojans from Russell 55-17. Jamie and Aly lead the team with 14 points, while Nicki Gohl added 5 points and 4 steals. The ladies would face the Gilbert Plains Trojans in the semifinal. The Trojans had terrific team speed, however, our team was up for the task playing awesome defense as they advanced to the final with a 5229 win. Jamie again led a balanced scoring attack with 9 points. Aly had 8 points and Tanja and Parker Janz added 6 points and 6 rebounds. Hamiota was the opponent in the final. Both teams struggled early to find offense as the game stayed tied at 5 forever! In the second quarter the ladies
began to find their groove and carried it over to the second half as they pulled out a hard fought 50-31 victory. Tournament MVP Jamie Sherritt was again the catalyst scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds providing key baskets along the way. Emily Simon and Jessie Swanepoel battled all night in the post combining for 11 rebounds. Kaylee Butterfield played a very strong tournament at the point guard position leading the Sabres in assists all weekend averaging 5.5 per game. She, along with Aly Kowalchuk, were named to the Tournament All-Star team. It was the third year in a row the ladies have captured their home tournament!
FOR SALE BY TENDER Sealed, written tenders for the property situate in the MUNICIPALITY of DELORAINE-WINCHESTER and described below will be received by: MEIGHEN, HADDAD LLP Box 485 Deloraine, Manitoba ROM OMO Attention: Warren G. Barber, Q.C. PARCEL ONE:
NW 1/4 19-4-22 WPM
PARCEL TWO:
SW 1/4 30-4-22 WPM
CONDITIONS OF TENDER
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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. 2. Tenders must be received on or before 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 2, 2016. 3. Tenders must be accompanied by a $1,000.00 deposit cheque payable to Meighen, Haddad LLP. Deposits accompanying unacceptable bids will be refunded. 4. Tenders may be submitted for the purchase of either or both parcels. 5. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.
6. Parcel One will be sold subject to Caveat 1160582/2 with reference to Manitoba Habitat Heritage Conservation Agreement dated February 4, 2005. 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 following notice of acceptance of tender. 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. 4. All mines and minerals will be reserved from any transfer. 5. The successful bidder will be responsible for real property taxes commencing January 1, 2016. For further information or an appointment to view, contact Barb Carlson at 204-858-2764 or 204-522-6059.
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Cougars alone in seventh place by Grant Moffatt The Cougars split a pair of road games on the weekend dropping a 4-1 decision in Eastman on Saturday night before taking over sole possession of seventh with a wild 6-5 win over the Interlake Lightning on Sunday afternoon in Teulon. The Cougars opened the scoring in Eastman when Tristen Cross fired a shot from the point with the man advantage at 3:12 of the first period from McCullough Park and Garrett Sambrook. The Selects tied the game five minutes later when they forced a turnover deep in the Cougars’ end. The teams were tied at one after the first. The second period saw the Selects outshoot the Cougars 15-2 and came away with one goal when Will Middleton scored at 3:25. The Cougars hung on for dear life and had a couple of chances to tie the game but were turned away on two glories scoring chances. The third period saw the Selects finally put the game away when Middleton scored his second of the game on the power play when he banged a loose puck under Brady Gordon with just over two minutes left in the period. The Selects put the game away with an empty net goal with 31 ticks left in the game. Brady Gordon faced 37 shots for his first loss in four games. The Cougars stayed with the high powered Selects but did not get rewarded when they had the opportunity. Sunday afternoon saw the Cougars start the day with bus problems but earned the win in their 31st game to improve their record to 14-15-2 for
30 points, a point back of Brandon and just ahead of Kenora and Parkland for the eighth and final playoff spot. Tanner Gaudry scored his first goal of the year at 15:21 of the third from Dawson Waddell and Zach Wytinck when he fired the biscuit home for the win after the Lightning had tied the game at eight minutes minutes into the period. The first period saw four powerplay goals. The Lightning struck first at 7:32. Carson Boyechko hooked up with McCullough Park and Ben Hilhorst four minutes later before the Lightning scored two power play markers seven seconds apart with 20 seconds left in the period. The second period saw McCullough Park open the scoring from Tristen Cross in the second minute. Dawson Waddell tied the score four minutes later from Quin Hobbs. Josh Wiens then gave the Cougars the lead when he hooked up with Grady Hobbs and Jared McCorrister at 7:36. Carson Boyechko scored his second of the game and 12th of the year from Dexter Dalgleish for the 5 to 4 lead after the second. The Cougars battled the rest of the way with the Tanner Gaudry finally putting the Lightning away. Rylan Rommeleare returned to the net and earned the win with 26 saves. The Cougars went into the weekend with John Patmore, Brian Harris, and Jared Janke on the sidelines. Michael Tilbury left the Eastman game after a lower body injury. The Cougars play host to Norman and the Winnipeg Wild Saturday and Sunday and play host to Pembina Valley the following Wednesday.
Sherritt named MHSAA Athlete of the Week The Tire Recycle Rural High School Athlete of the Week is Jamie Sherritt of the Souris Sabres basketball team. This 5’7” forward led her team to the tournament championships at Steinbach Christianmand the Sabres Shootout in Souris. She was an All-star in Steinbach and named the MVP at Souris. She leads her team with 17.4 points, 8.1 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 3.2 steals per game. Coach Trever Penner states, “Jamie has put countless hours into the development of her game, not only on the court but in the gym as well. She has evolved into a leader that leads by example on the court while providing guidance to others at practice and off the court as well. She is involved in organizing activities for the team to participate in and always has time to help both her teammates and coach with anything away from the game.” This Grade 12 student maintains a 90% average, while also participating in badminton. PHOTO/SUBMITTED
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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
Card of Thanks We are very grateful for the amazing Benefit Social put on for Braden on December 26, 2015 in Souris. There are so many people to thank. To everyone who organized, volunteered, donated and worked so hard, we say a heartfelt thank you. The tremendous support shown to Braden by all has been overwhelming. Your kindness and extreme generosity will not be forgotten. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Braden, Rick & Dorothy Pettinger & family
Coming Events Manitoba Riding for the Disabled Association 17th ANNUAL SUPER FLEA MARKET 2016, February 6th & 7th @ Assiniboia DownsWinnipeg. Vendor spots available ? 80 vendors in the show! www.mrda.cc
Notices / Nominations The Lord’s Day is the heritage of our nation. Sunday observance was written into the laws of our land, just as the commandments concerning stealing and murder. For more information and to read our publications www.clda.ca
Career Training HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION SPECIALISTS in huge demand. Employers prefer CanScribe graduates. A great workfrom-home career! Contact us now to start your training day. w w w. c a n s c r i b e. c o m . 1.800.466.1535. info@canscribe.com.
General Employment 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! METAL BUILDING MANUFACTURER seeking sales representative. Previous building sales experience preferred. Company provides leads and additional training. Please send resume and salary requirements to: jobsdmstl@gmail.com EOE
Work Wanted Class 1 driver available in Melita. 25+ years experience, clean driver’s abstract. Phone Jeff at 204-264-1305.
For Sale - Misc 2 seater sofa loveseat, sea foam green, $120. Phone 204-4833684.
BOXING WEEK SALE EXTENDED to January 31. Saving 10-60% off all in-stock store-wide products extended during the Boxing Week Sale. SPECIALS INCLUDE: $995 solid birch table set w/4 chairs (46”x46” opens to 65” round). $499 Queen 800 pocket coil mattress set (firm or plush). $695 King pillow-top mattress set. $229 Simmons Beauty Sleep twin mattress. $199 5 piece dinette table set. $499 Queen 4 piece bedroom suite. $1499 Italian 100% Leather sofa (loveseat & chair available). A few floor model fabric and leather furniture specials still available. In stock sale items and clearance products available. See our NEW ARRIVALS of Palliser (Canadian made) Leather and Fabric furniture. Mon-Fri 10-8, Sat 10-6 & Sun 12-5. Call KDL Furniture at 204571-1971. 660 Highland Ave., South side of #1 Hwy., Brandon. PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 400,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or email classifieds@mcna.com for details. REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelter belts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free Shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866873-3846 or www.treetime.ca
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 Simmental bulls, Reds, Blacks, and Traditionals, all A1 sires. Also, Black Angus yearling bulls. Phone Prospect Simmentals, Jim Pringle 204-877-3855, 204877-3653 or 204-748-7018 (cell).
Travel SEE POLAR BEARS, Walrus and Whales on our Arctic Explorer Voyage next summer.SAVE 15% With Our Winter Sale for a Limited Time. CALL TOLL-FREE: 1-800363-7566or visit: www.adventurecanada.com. (TICO#04001400)
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Problems Walking or Getting Dressed? The Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Yearly Tax Credit $20,000 Lump Sum Refund
Claim it before tax time! 204-453-5372 Apartments/Condos for Rent South-Vu Apartments has for rent - Main floor, one bedroom, air conditioned apartment, available immediately; and 2nd floor, one bedroom, air conditioned apartment, available December 1, 2015. Kitchen appliances supplied, laundry room in building, carport parking with cold storage room. No children or pets. Contact Forbes Arbuckle 204-483-0100.
Duplexes for Rent Duplex for rent - Large two bedroom newer senior duplex in Boissevain. Excellent location. One level. Spacious master, 2nd bedroom/den have large closets. Large family/dining for casual living. Extra telephone/cable plug-in’s. Nice patio, yard fully landscaped. Available immediately. Contact 204-534-7533 for more info and viewing.
Meeting Place Souris Al-Anon group meets every Thursday at 7:00 p.m., St. Luke’s Anglican Church.
Feed & Seed NUVISION COMMODITIES. St. Jean MB. Buying feed grains, wheat, barley, peas, off grades grain. 204-758-3401 or 204-7464028
Steel Buildings / Granaries STEEL BUILDING SALE ...”REALLY BIG SALE - YEAR END CLEAR OUT!” 21X22$5,190 25X24 $5,988 27X28 $7,498 30X32 $8,646 35X34 $11,844 42X54 $16,386. OneEnd wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca
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FOR SALE OR RENT Thank you for the donations received through Donor’s Choice 2015 campaign! From the Souris Early Learning Program
53 ft storage trailers Safeties expired
Phone Lorne Bateman 204-858-2525 or cell 204-741-0924
BUSINESS DIRECTORY Boulanger Construction Russell – 209 Main St. N. – 773-2106 Brandon - 929 24th Street Toll Free 1-866-444-5551 204-727-5577 Shoal Lake – 426 Station Rd. – 759-2240 Toll Free 1-866-444-4999 Brandon – 929 24thREID, Street HAROLD C.A.– 727-5577 TollAUDRA Free 1-877-866-6444 NYCHUK, C.A. IAN MCMULLAN, HAROLD REID, C.A. • AUDRAC.A. NYCHUK, C.A.
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Box 1149
Souris, MB
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Mobile Home Services/ Handyman
Phone: 204-761-7794 Email: calljohn@wcgwave.ca
Serving Westman & Surrounding Area • Mobile Home skirting, leveling, repairs • Handyman Services • Decks, Fences, Landings • General Home Repairs
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SOURIS GOSPEL CHAPEL 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.
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena Nerbas Dear Reena, Have you any suggestions on how to prevent mildew from growing in closed mobile homes in Texas while we Snowbirds are back in Canada? Ours is closed up for 9 months every year. But very many had the same problem as it was so wet down here this year. The one logical idea I’ve heard is cat litter but I do wonder where that liquid would go. Thanks, Kathleen Dear Kathleen, Cat litter is effective for absorbing small quantities of moisture; however for wet climates this step is too small. Have you considered purchasing a thick polyethylene ground sheet to prevent moisture from rising? Also, check to make sure that all cracks in the walls, floor and ceiling light fixtures are sealed. Is the insulation under the mobile home energy efficient? Some recommend leaving the rooftop vents open and installing specialized vent covers to allow air flow and prevent moisture from becoming trapped. Dear Reena, I love to make homemade buns and they usually turn out light and fluffy but unfortunately some are big and some are small. Is there a trick to baking evenly shaped homemade buns?
Thanks, Frankie Dear Frankie, Ensure that every bun uses equal amounts of dough by weighing each pre-baked bun on a kitchen scale. The typical size for a dinner roll is 2 ounces per roll. Use the same rolling technique for every bun. Readers Share Re: Deep frying turkey Dear Reena, Saw your recent response about deep frying a turkey. I thought it was important to note the importance of following all safety precautions when deep frying a turkey. And yes, it is totally worth the effort! Darryl Re: Coloor faded Sil Granite sink Dear Reena, I just read your recent column referring to the article on the black Sil Granite sink. I, too, have one which is about 8 or 9 years old and have had this continuous problem. I have always blamed it on our alkaline water in the rural area that we live in. I’ve had much contact with the company and they provided many solutions over the years, none of which solved the problem, but the best one was what you suggested to your reader about using cooking oil except that they told me to use mineral oil - a pricey alternative.
V. H. Re: Brown and white eggs Dear Reena, You are wrong on the colour of eggs. Ear lobe colour determines egg shell colour not feather colour, there are breeds of hens that have brown feathers and lay a white shelled egg. Thank- you. Trevor Re: Smart lid storage idea Dear Reena, The easiest way for me to store lids is to put the lids back on their container. Works for me! Claude Best Tip of the Week Prevent ice dams from forming on roofs. Keep your roof as cold as the eaves forcing cold attic air to circulate evenly by running one or two fans in your attic. This technique only works in attics that let cold air in at the gable, eaves or roof ridge. Submitted by a former contractor, Ellice 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
Canola Performance Trial results for 2015 now online submitted by Canola Council of Canada January 11, 2016 - Results are in for the 2015 Canola Performance Trials (CPT). Data from the science-based, third-party variety evaluations have been uploaded to the online comparison tool at www.canolaperformancetrials.ca. A summary booklet is also available for download at the site. The online tool includes interactive maps and the ability to refine searches by season zone, herbicide tolerance (HT) system, yield, days to maturity, lodging and height. The tool also has results from each of the past five years, which allows for important comparison across different growing conditions. “By structuring the trials with replicated small plot trials and numerous sites for field scale trials, as well as strict adherence to protocols and statistical analysis, CPTs provide growers with a fair third-party assessment of variety performance,” says Nicole Philp,
CCC agronomy specialist and CPT co-lead. “Growers want this type of information when making variety decisions, which is why CPT results are such an important resource for them.” The three Prairie canola grower groups -the Alberta Canola Producers Commission, the Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission (SaskCanola) and the Manitoba Canola Growers Association - provide funding for the CPT program. The B.C. Grain Producers Association conducted trials in the Peace as their means of participation. The Canola Council of Canada delivers the CPT program. Line companies, independent retailers and seed companies, including Bayer CropScience, BrettYoung, Canterra Seeds, Cargill, CPS Canada/Proven Seed, DL Seeds and Syngenta participated in the 2015 trials. Haplotech, led by Dr. Rale Gjuric, coordinated the trials under the guidance of a gov-
ernance committee that oversees approval of varieties, protocol design, data collection, analysis and reporting, and financial management. The CPT program includes both small plot and large field scale trials. Results for 2015 are based on 29 small plot trials and 33 field scale trials across the Prairies. In addition, to add more value to the CPTs, a pilot project was conducted this year in which varieties were both swathed and straight cut at the same locations for comparison. The Canola Council of Canada is a full value chain organization representing canola growers, processors, life science companies and exporters. Keep it Coming 2025 is the strategic plan to ensure the canola industry’s continued growth, demand, stability and success - achieving 52 bushels per acre to meet global market demand of 26 million metric tonnes by the year 2025.
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Buying Natural Gas in Manitoba
Know your options. 16013gmm In Manitoba, you may purchase your Primary Gas from either Manitoba Hydro or an independent natural gas marketer. You also have various rate options to choose from. Understand all of your options before purchasing, so you can make the choice that is right for you. For more information, visit: The Public Utilities Board: pub.gov.mb.ca Manitoba Hydro: hydro.mb.ca 204-480-5900 in Winnipeg 1-888-MBHYDRO (1-888-624-9376)
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