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Rural Ratepayers Organize Against “Crippled” Council

Ratepayers packed the Nesbitt Community Hall to vote on resolutions which will be presented to council later this month. Written by Glen Kirby Alarmed and frustrated following the first year of amalgamation, residents in rural areas of OaklandWawanesa Municipality will present resolutions and petitions to council next week demanding tax protection and solutions to several feuds involving staff and politicians. About one hundred people from Wards Two and Three gathered at the Nesbitt Community Hall in late February to air their concerns and organize a citizens’ delegation. Retired provincial court judge Brian Geisbrecht acted as “discussion leader”, telling the crowd that “the present council and administration is completely dysfunctional and ratepayers have no choice but to become involved.” A major worry among rural ratepayers is they will subsidize the village of Wawanesa, which entered the 2015 amalgamation with the former Rural Municipality (RM) of Oakland with fewer residents, less assets and higher debt. Wawanesa’s recently-constructed sewage lagoon, and a fire hall and water treatment facility built since 2005 at a combined cost of nearly $4-million, are financed through long-term debentures. At least one councillor has raised ideas about all property owners in the new municipality sharing that debt, rattling rural ratepayers who are individually responsible for the cost and upkeep of their own septic systems and, in some cases, geographically closer to fire protection in

Brandon or Souris. At the Nesbitt meeting, the crowd condemned any suggestions that rural taxes help pay for the village’s lagoon. Fearful of future tax increases caused by amalgamation, residents also endorsed a resolution calling on councillors elected from rural Wards Two and Three to reject any council resolutions to replace the current system of differential taxation with a harmonized rate. Under differential taxation, money collected from rural ratepayers is spent on rural services and urban taxes pay for urban services. Rural residents currently pay a mil rate of approximately 10 while Wawanesa homeowners are taxed at a level of 18. Harmonization would blend the two rates and was considered in an early draft of the 2015 budget, purportedly raising taxes for rural residents and lowering property taxes for Wawanesa homeowners. That was rejected and differential taxation was maintained in the final budget. As the municipal finance committee prepares the 2016 budget, expected to come before council in May for final approval, politicians are struggling to balance the needs and expectations of two very different groups. The village entered the amalgamation with 562 residents (according to the most recent census data) and property assets totalling $17-million. The former RM had a population of 1056 and assessments valued at more than $105-million dollars. A larger clock is also ticking; the provincial govern-

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ment wants the village and former RM to end differential taxation within eight years of the 2015 amalgamation. Considerable discussion at the Nesbitt town hall also focussed on the “toxic atmosphere” involving councillors and municipal staff which has “crippled” operations. During the two-hour meeting, residents questioned councillors’ commitment, trustworthiness and ability. Two separate petitions were circulated: one calling for “councillors and administrators to set aside personal difference and agendas and govern in a mature, respectful manner, in the best interests of all ratepayers”; the other petition called for the immediate resignation of councillor Neil Bok. Last month, RCMP investigated after a municipal employee alleged that Bok had threatened her during a visit to the Waste Transfer Station. No charges were laid. “There are serious concerns from many people that councillor Bok is just not up to the job,” said Geisbrecht. However, resident Mark Fisher labelled the petition a “witch hunt”; others chastised the crowd for condemning Bok on the basis of an “unfounded case” that did not go to court. Darcy Wilton, a Wawanesa resident with rural land holdings, drew applause when he suggested, “If we have a petition to get rid of Bok, we should petition to get rid of all of them.” continued on page 2

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The Souris Plaindealer revealed fighting amongst staff and council last October after councillor Dennis Rome was censured following accusations by chief administrative officer Marlene Biles that he was “bullying” staff and micromanaging. Rome threatened to sue for defamation, claiming he was targeted for trying to uncover details about the municipality’s finances. At the town hall gathering, residents were told that both the municipality and Biles have sought legal advice, paid by taxpayers, and councillors voted in February to hire a “liaison” at a reported

cost of $65/hour so neither council members nor staff will not have to communicate directly with Rome. “After the last council meeting, I was really fed up,” says Nesbitt resident Glenda Garden, a member of the citizens’ committee which will present to council on Wednesday. She calls the lack of respect demonstrated by councillors to one another “appalling” and says her experiences attending council meetings prompted her to help organize the town hall in Nesbitt. “It’s important to me,” she says. Other residents active with the citizens’ committee are Geisbrecht, Stan Kozak, Liane Heinrichs, Vivian Thorgeirson, Bill Gallaway, Norman Kalinski and Brenda Buckley.

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Highlighted calls for service in Souris RCMP area were as follows: On March 1, a female came to the Souris Detachment to report that someone in a pickup rear-ended her several times and tried to run her off the road. Through her statement, it became clear that this was not a random incident. Police are investigating. On March 3, a teenager attended the Souris Detachment with concerns for the safety of a girl who “tweeted” that she was suicidal. The female lives in the City of Brandon. Police contacted Brandon Police Service who located the young lady, safe and sound. On March 5, police were notified of a possible impaired driver on Hwy 250. Police located and stopped the vehicle. The driver showed no signs of impairment. The driver lacked a valid license and liability insurance, but fear not ~ he does not lack two tickets! Fraud Alert: Part 3 Pyramid Schemes/Ponzi Schemes Definition: a form of investment in which each paying participant recruits two or more further participants, with returns being given to early participants using money contributed by later ones. Protect Yourself: • Pyramid and Ponzi schemes may be sent to you from family members and people you trust – they might not know that they could be illegal or that they are involved in a scam. • Never commit to anything at high-pressure meetings or seminars. • Don’t make decisions without doing your homework first – research the offer being made and seek independent advice before making a decision. • Do some research on all business opportunities that interest you. • If I am not selling a genuine product or service, is participation in this activity legal? Pyramid Schemes are often cleverly disguised, however they make money by recruiting people rather than selling a legitimate product or providing a service. Don’t cave to high-pressure tactics; asking questions, getting advice, and sleeping on it is always the right way to go! Other Traffic: 4 9-1-1 non-emergent: 1 False Alarms: 1 Souris RCMP-GRC Emergency: 9-1-1; Non-emergent crime: 204-4832123; Administration (Criminal Record Checks): 204483-2854 Prairie Newspaper Group is seeking an

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SOS (Senior’s Organized Services) is located in Victoria Park Lodge, 135 3rd St. South, Souris. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., phone 204-483-3106. What lovely weather we are still being able to enjoy, the sun is shining and a gentle breeze is blowing. The sun-filled days make it warmer to be able to get out and get some fresh air in our lungs, and it feels so good too. Even opening the window a crack to let some fresh air in is a great idea. Your home will smell fresher and you will likely sleep a bit better too. Seniors Organized Services is a non-profit organization that is here to help you with daily chores so you can remain in your own home or apartment longer with just a bit of help. Give us a call and we will do our very best to get someone to make things easier for you wherever you live. If you would like a home or hospital visit, you just need to let us know, we would love to come and see you. If you have any questions or ideas, please let us know, and again, we will do all we can to help out. S.O.S. connects 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, even if they are not right there all the time, but your Lifeline will always be there for you. 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. 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 and, as well, you can purchase some take home meals too. Things to do with us at Victoria Park Lodge: Monday and Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Fun chair exercises; Wednesday 1:30 p.m. Fun Bingo; Friday 1:30 p.m. Fun Games, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Cory entertaining on the piano and sing-a-longs. At Crescent Manor Thursday at 10:00 a.m. come join us for Chair Exercises. Come join in the fun! The Handi-Van will get you to and from your in/or out of town appointments. If the Van is

booked we will do our best to get you one of our reliable and friendly drivers. 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 Wednesday, March 16, 2016. That will be the Day before St. Patrick’s Day, so wear some green and have a greenly good time. On St. Patrick’s Day try too to wear some green; it just makes for a fun day! We at the S.O.S have workers ready to help you with cleaning - inside and outside your homes. 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. Having some help is like having a new friend. IF we put on a SAFE DRIVER AFTERNOON or morning would you be interested in coming? WE are never to old to learn more about driving that may have changed over the years. Change is always happening all around us and we too in turn must learn some of these changes to be safer; driving, walking, etc. Do you have other ideas you would like us to have an information session on? We would love to hear ideas that you have! Watch for posters soon in regards to our Spring Tea! Words To Think About: How the old ideas about behavior still tend to be kept in mind. For example, boys are often expected to be brave, and not to cry. Perhaps we feel embarrassed if a man cries. Why? In the same way, we often say how brave a person is when they hold back tears at a time of great sorrow. But crying is a form of release given to us in times of grief and great stress, and this reminds me of a wonderful story I read about years ago: A little girl came home after playing with a friend, and said “Mummy, my friend is very unhappy because her kitten has died. But I helped her when she cried,” “That’s good,” said her mother, “Did you tell her not to cry anymore?” “Oh, no,” was the reply, “I cried with her.” Wise thought here! Some people find that gardening often has a lesson to teach us all. Like most areas of life it is never too late to make a fresh start. And while the first move is often the hardest, everything we do after that nearly always brings improvement. That’s all for this week, so please take care, and remember, we would love to hear from you.

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING March 23, 2016 7:30 p.m. at the Plum Museum. Everyone Welcome.

The successful applicant will be responsible for advertising sales for the Virden Empire-Advance and for the Corner Pocket group. This position will be based in Virden, MB. Our company is looking for a person who is: • Self-motivated and has great communication skills; • Dedicated and enthusiastic, with knowledge of the area retail market; • Assertive and creative, with ability to meet stringent deadlines; • Well-organized and able to work independently and as part of a team; • Website sales experience an asset. Preference will be given to those with solid sales experience. The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle. If you are looking for a rewarding career with an opportunity for advancement we would like to hear from you. We are willing to train the right individual. Our company offers: • Remuneration of a base salary, plus commissions; • Extended health benefits; • Great working environment. Please forward resumé to: Cheryl Rushing Virden Empire-Advance Box 250 Virden, MB R0M 2C0 Email: manager@empireadvance.ca Deadline for applications March 25, 2016. No phone calls please.

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Bridge results for February 23 are as follows: First - Mona Canning and Tom Draper; Second - Nancy Birks and Norval More; Third - Donna Jackson and Muriel Gray. Floor Shuffle results for February 24 are as follows: First - Judy Burkhart and Alfred Peterson; Second - Carol Urbanowski and Eugene Kowalchuk; Third - Dot Palmer and Tom Draper.

500 results for February 25 are as follows: First - Tom Draper and Ileen Fenwick; Second - Shirley Brown and Evelyn Bowles; Third - Dot Palmer and Gordon Powell. Bridge results for March 1 are as follows: First - Donna Jackson and Muriel Gray; Second - Ileen Fenwick and Margaret Greaves; Third - Eleanor Birks and Keith Davison. Floor Shuffle results for March 2 are as follows: First - Alfred Peterson and Coreen Jewell; Second - Alys Will and Colin Atkins; Third - Alice Sparrow and John Oldenkamp. 500 results for March 3are as follows: First - Norma Dodd and Ileen Fenwick; Second - Shirley Brown and Dot Palmer; Third - Ron Ramsey and Gale Collinson.

Save the date May 21, 2016 By Lon Turner, Economic Development Officer for Souris Glenwood Now that the regular season of hockey is winding down, you can feel that spring and summer are on the way. For the last several weeks I have been getting the 2016 Community and Visitor’s Guide ready for print. At first, I thought I could reduce the number of pages to 24, but as I wrote about our amenities and tourist attractions and sought potential advertisers, I actually ended up increasing it by four pages. It was impressive to see how many individuals and businesses stepped up to support the Guidebook. Thank you to all who are advertising this year. In addition to the Guidebook, I have been putting together tour packages for schools, which I will soon be sending out. I look forward to promoting our town to the

youth in our region. In other news, as a board member for the Memorial Complex, I was involved in the process of securing a country music entertainer to play in Souris this year. In case you didn’t know, the Souris Events Committee was recently formed to organize bigger entertainment events to bring to town. This committee consists of the Chamber of Commerce, Fire Department, Ag Society, and the Memorial Complex. I am excited to say we have booked a Canadian Country singer who has been making a name for himself lately. You have definitely heard him if you listen to country radio. This event has been booked for Saturday, May 21 and will take place at the Memorial Complex again. Tickets and promotion will begin shortly. I am looking forward to summer.

Well, it’ll soon be time to pick your Canada Reads winner if you have not already done so. The debates will air on CBC from March 21-24th, so you still have a bit of time left to read and select, assuming you can find the books. I did and so will give you my impressions over the next two weeks. I want to warn you in advance though that my track record in picking winners in these sorts of ‘contests’ is almost perfect. Indeed, had I not chosen correctly once two years ago, I could have boasted a 100% failure rate. So, keeping that in mind… I have already reviewed Lawrence Hill’s The Illegal. While not of the quality of The Book of Negroes, it was good nonetheless. Minister Without Portfolio, by Michael Winter, wasn’t a bad book at all but I simply don’t see why it was included on this list. It does fulfill this year’s ‘starting over’ theme, but so do a great many other, and perhaps better, books. Henry Hayward, part of a contracting crew affiliated with an army squad in Afghanistan, witnesses a friend die in an IED attack. Feeling guilty, Henry returns home and seeks absolution by caring for the people around him, his own “community of one hundred people”. Complicating matters is his growing attraction to Martha, the pregnant girlfriend of the soldier killed in Afghanistan, as well as the jealousies and resulting vio-

lence that afflict some of his other friends and neighbours. In large measure, it is a book about discovering ones true self, defining those things and people who matter, and determining when and how much to intervene in the affairs of others. An okay story, but I found Henry’s constant dithering annoying. Birdie, by Tracey Lindberg, was a book I expected to like. Sadly, I didn’t. It is described as being “a darkly comedic novel”, but while I certainly got the dark part of that, I found nothing comedic about it. It is the story of Bernice Meetoos, a Cree woman, and her journey from Northern Alberta to Gibson, BC; from childhood abuse through foster care, institutionalisation and homelessness; from incest to rape to murder; from love to rejection and back to love. At its core are strong women and the bonds that join and support them, as well as the tradition and folklore that give them spiritual strength. It is a story that should have drawn me, and its failure to do so is something of a mystery. I suspect the problem lay in the way in which the story was written and presented. Told in a series of ‘flashbacks’ with no recognisable time line, understanding Bernice’s journey relies largely on the reader’s ability to connect the disparate dots. The fact that most incidents are referred to obliquely further muddies the waters. I managed to piece together Bernice’s story only after finishing the book and reading the author interview, and I believe it is as a consequence of having to see the story in retrospect, as it were, that I just couldn’t connect with the characters. Perhaps you’ll do better. I hope so, as the story, once ‘assembled’ and understood, is a valuable one.

Chamber elects new executive by Darci Semeschuk The Souris and Glenwood Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting Thursday, March 3 at Murphy’s – An Irish Legacy. Acting president, Rick Remillard, chaired the meeting that saw approximately fifteen members in attendance. On the agenda for the evening was the adoption of the 2015 financial statement as presented. Members elected a new executive that consists of Darci Semeschuk as president, Bonnie Radcliffe as vice-president, Sande Denbow as secretary, and Kim DeKoning as treasurer. Following the annual meeting, members stayed for the open meeting for March. The budget for 2016 was presented and will be adopted at the executive meeting March 17. The chamber will continue to meet at noon the first and third Thursday of each month.

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Move your clocks ahead this weekend Regions that adhere to Daylight Saving Time, or DST, will set their clocks forward at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 13. Many people look forward to daylight saving time in the spring because it extends light into the evening hours, allowing those who live in regions where DST is practiced to spend more time outdoors in natural sunlight.

The modern incarnation of DST was proposed by New Zealand entomologist and astronomer George Vernon Hudson in 1895. Hudson enjoyed collecting insects and knew that it would be easier to do so if there were more hours of daylight in the evening. That prompted him to present a paper to the Wellington Philosophical Society in which he proposed

a two-hour daylight saving shift. In April 1916, Germany and Austria-Hungary became the first countries to implement DST, and many countries have since followed suit. Many proponents cite the positive impact that DST has on energy consumption but research studying the impact of DST on heating and cooling usage patterns has produced mixed results.

Edward Jones Pay the Mortgage or Contribute to an RRSP? It’s a common dilemma for many Canadians – should you pay down your mortgage or contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) instead? Unfortunately, there’s no easy or definitive answer. What works for one person may not work for another. It all depends on your particular circumstances, plus factors related to economic conditions and developments in the financial markets. To help you determine what might be right for you, here are some issues to consider. Interest rates – How much will you save by paying down the mortgage? You might find historically low interest rates to be a factor in favour of investing in an RRSP. That’s because paying off a low-rate mortgage doesn’t offer the same level of savings as paying off a higher-rate

mortgage. But remember that as rates move up, mortgage savings could take on renewed importance. Higher rates mean higher interest costs, which means you’ll probably save more by reducing or eliminating your mortgage principal. When it’s time to renew at higher rates, you’ll have less of an outstanding mortgage. Investment returns – How much can you earn on your investments? Remember, an RRSP boosts returns by allowing your investments to grow within a tax-deferred environment. And don’t forget the immediate tax break your annual RRSP contribution provides. You need to determine whether the returns from a lump sum put into your RRSP will be greater than the amount saved by paying down the mortgage. This decision needs to be shaped by a long-term view, looking at both interest rates and invest-

On Wednesday, March 2, cribbage players used six and a half tables. Betty Devins and Joan Phillips finished the evening with the highest score. Lorna Binions with Grant Ewen took the second prize, and Cindy Janz with Amelia Morden claimed third place. The winning ticket for the 50-50 draw belonged to Wendy Bilton. On Thursday, March 3, 24 optimistic people showed up to shout bingo. Three shouts were heard from Joan Phillips and Cheryl Edwards. Close behind with two hollers were Margaret Kempf and Linda Swaenepoel. Betty Devins won on the Litte House, which was worth $34.

THE ELGIN COMMUNITY RINK would like to acknowledge the following for their generous support towards our open bonspiel. • Double Diamond Farm Supply • Andrew Agencies • Mazer Farm Supply • Steads Farm Supply • Sunrise Credit Union • Pringles Sports Excellence • Integra Tire • Rocky Mountain Equipment • Whitfield Drugs • Goodon Industries • Kirkup Agencies • Boundary Co-op • Western Financial • Farmlink Marketing – Marvin Mills • Bigway Foods • Pembina Co-op • Westoba Credit Union • Southern Seeds • Bumper to Bumper

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ment returns. Other debt – If you have highinterest debt such as credit card balances, it usually makes sense to pay that off before focusing on your mortgage or RRSP. Your age – Remember that contributions to an RRSP at an early age can make a big difference in helping you reach your long-term financial goals. The earlier you get money into a retirement plan, the longer it will have to grow in a tax-deferred manner. Other retirement income – If you have a workplace pension that will help finance retirement, or other sources of future income, it may make more sense to pay down the mortgage. Once the mortgage is paid off, you can concentrate on your RRSP. Missed RRSP contributions – RRSP rules allow you to make up for missed contributions. If you

On Friday, March 4, our meat draw was very well attended. Collecting two meat packages were Jessie Paul, Randi Noble and Blair Woods. Brent Fallis held the lucky number on the 50-50 draw and received $170. The “Chase the Ace” pot totalled $3,461 and Elinor Birks won the opportunity to take it home. Unfortunately for Elinor, the Ace of Spades would not cooperate and so we will offer it again next week. We were pleased to have Viola Logan celebrate her birthday with us. The Ladies Auxiliary prepared a delicious roast turkey supper with all the trimmings and dessert. Remember, our next meal will be on Saturday, March 19. This is also our Funspiel Curling day. Hope you have signed up for the curling. If you haven’t, you will miss out on a lot of fun. If you only want to come out for a great meal, please contact the clubroom. The meal cost is only $15.

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have unused contribution room from past years, that’s another consideration to take into account. Again, you’ll need to assess whether the returns after making up for those missed contributions will be greater than the amount saved by paying down the mortgage. Also remember that the mortgage-versus-RRSP decision does not have to be “either-or.” The best scenario for many people is contributing to an RRSP as well as paying down the mortgage. For example, you could make your RRSP contribution each year, and then pay down a portion of the mortgage principal using the tax refund generated by your RRSP contribution. Consult with your financial advisor to help you weigh your options and choose a course of action that makes the most sense for you. Edward Jones, Member Canadian Investor Protection Fund.

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2 PARCELS FOR RENT: Pasture: N 1/2 8-8-21 WPM (approx. 217 acres) Hayland: S 1/2 OF SW 1/4 20-8-21 WPM (approx. 80 acres) The following conditions will apply: 1. Tenders shall close April 1, 2016, and shall be submitted to Laura McDougald-Williams, Meighen Haddad LLP, at the address noted below; 2. All persons submitting a tender shall rely on their personal knowledge and inspection of the property; 3. The highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted; 4. Each tender must be accompanied by a cheque representing one half (50%) of their proposed annual rental amount; 5. All unsuccessful Bidders shall have their tender cheques returned following the closing of tenders; 6. Starting dates for the lease to the successful Bidder shall be May 1, 2016 for the pasture rental, and April 15, 2016 for the Hayland (i.e. there will be two separate leases, so a bidder need only bid on one parcel if they wish); 7. The successful Bidder shall be responsible for half the costs associated with the preparation and signing of a lease. 8. The Landlord’s proposed lease terms and an information package are available from Laura McDougald-Williams of Meighen Haddad, at the contact information below.

Address for Tenders: Meighen Haddad LLP Box 1149 4 Crescent Ave., Souris, Manitoba R0K 2C0 Phone: 204-483-1556 or Fax: 204-483-2321 lwilliams@mhlaw.ca Attention: Laura J. McDougald-Williams

Literacy Program Leaders $15 per hour x 32 hours per week Southwest Horizon School Division requires four enthusiastic youth (ages 16-29) to work on an exciting summer program in our division for an 8 week period from June 20 until August 12, 2016. Responsibilities will include: the development and administration of a preschool and a school age literacy recreation program in each community. Applicants should have experience with both age groups as well as a love of literacy. Interest/study in Early Childhood Education is preferred. Working in partners, leaders will deliver programming in each of the following Southwest Horizon School Division communities: Souris, Wawanesa, Hartney, Deloraine, Waskada, Pierson, Melita, and Colony Schools (mileage will be paid). A current (within the last 6 months) Criminal Record Check and a current Child Abuse Registry Check as well as a valid driver’s license and vehicle is required.

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email Cindy Locke at cindyl@shmb.ca Deadline for applications is March 21, 2016 We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful applicants must provide current criminal record and child abuse registry checks.

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Souris Glenwood council notes

submitted The Council for the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood held its regular meeting January 26, 2016 with the following members present: Mayor Darryl Jackson, Councillors Sandra Denbow, Darcy Gerow, Mark Gillis, Joseph Goodwill, William Tanguay, Gerald Williams, and CAO Charlotte Parham. The following resolutions were approved: â&#x20AC;˘ that the agenda be adopted as presented. â&#x20AC;˘ that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held January 12, 2016 be adopted as circulated. â&#x20AC;˘ to approve for payment of accounts to December 31, 2015 represented by Cheque Nos. 001376 to 001391 for a total of $52,621.41. â&#x20AC;˘ to support the request of the Souris Curling Club to obtain a Community Event Permit for March 29 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; April 3, 2016 for the Souris Survivor Bonspiel to be held at the Souris & Glenwood Memorial Complex. â&#x20AC;˘ that By-law No. 13-2016, being a by-law of the Municipality Of Souris-Glenwood to enter into an agreement to establish a Weed Control District, be given first reading. â&#x20AC;˘ that Council sit as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Committee of the Wholeâ&#x20AC;? in camera. AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that all matters discussed in camera be kept confidential until such matters are discussed in an open council meeting. â&#x20AC;˘ that Council resume the regular meeting. â&#x20AC;˘ to accept the amendments to Policy 01-2015 - Municipality of Souris-Glenwood Organizational Chart â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as of January 26, 2016 as presented. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Personnel Committee and CAO will review and amend the above Policy as required. â&#x20AC;˘ to authorize the salaries to be paid to Municipality of Souris-Glenwood staff effective January 1, 2016 as per recommendations of the Personnel Committee as attached. AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that the Personnel Committee will review of all salaries for the year of 2017 prior to December 31, 2016. â&#x20AC;˘ to accept the offer to purchase Lot 5, Plan 47349 included on Title No. 2782771 BLTO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 203 Forrest Avenue East from Tyler Sorenson and Brittany Williams as set out in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale with a total purchase price of $50,000.00 plus G.S.T. for the purpose of constructing a single family dwelling. â&#x20AC;˘ accept the offer to purchase Lot 6, Plan 47349 included on Title No. 2782774 BLTO â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 205 Forrest Avenue East from Cameron and Maralee Dodds as set out in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale with a total purchase price of $50,000.00 plus G.S.T. for the purpose of constructing a single family dwelling. â&#x20AC;˘ 209 Forrest Avenue East from Dana Black as set out in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale with a total purchase price of $50,000.00 plus G.S.T. for the purpose of constructing a single-family dwelling. â&#x20AC;˘ to authorize Council members to attend the Manitoba Sustainable Energy Association â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sustainable Energy in Manitoba-Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cookingâ&#x20AC;? being held in Brandon on February 10, 2016 with registration and expenses incurred be paid in accordance with By-law 03-2016. â&#x20AC;˘ to authorize Council members to attend the AMM Education Session â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Governanceâ&#x20AC;? being held in Portage la Prairie on February 8, 2016 with registration and ex-

penses incurred be paid in accordance with By-law 032015. â&#x20AC;˘ that the Council of the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood enter into a Province-wide E9-1-1 Emergency Reporting Services Agreement with MTS Inc. â&#x20AC;˘ to proceed with the amalgamation of the former Town of Souris Zoning By-law No. 1620 (as amended) and the former Rural Municipality of Glenwood Zoning By-law No. 2-07 (as amended) to create a Municipality of Souris-Glenwood Zoning By-law. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the CAO request the assistance of the Manitoba Community Planning Office in the preparation of the By-law. â&#x20AC;˘ to approval of the application of Mark Fisher 8523308 Manitoba Ltd - Variation Application Order No. 2016-01. a) To reduce the required minimum front yard from 15(fifteen) feet to 10 (ten) feet; and (b) To reduce the required rear yard from 15 (fifteen) feet to 11 (eleven) feet; To allow for the construction of a Tri-Plex residential dwelling unit Location: Lot 5, Plan 49571 24-4th Avenue West â&#x20AC;˘ to authorizes the approval of the application of Mark Fisher - 8523308 Manitoba Ltd - Variation Application Order No. 2016-02 a) To reduce the required minimum front yard from 15 (fifteen) feet to 10 (ten) feet; b) to reduce the required rear yard from 15 (fifteen) feet to 11 (eleven) feet; and (c) to reduce the required Side yard from 5 (five) feet to 2 (two). To allow for the construction of a Tri-Plex residential dwelling unit Location: Lot 3, Plan 49571 28-4th Avenue West â&#x20AC;˘ to approve the proposal for Sub-Division File #444915-7605 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; NW 18-8-20 WPM for the intent to sever the 23.87 acre parcel containing the residence, yard site and a proposed lane subject to the following conditions: THAT a Conditional Use Order be granted allowing for a non-farm dwelling with the â&#x20AC;&#x153;AGâ&#x20AC;?; THAT a Variation Order be granted reducing the minimum site width from 200â&#x20AC;&#x2122; to 100â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and increasing the maximum site area from 10 acres to 23.87 acres in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;AGâ&#x20AC;? Zone. THAT all applications and costs subject to this subdivision application will be the responsibility of the property owner(s). â&#x20AC;˘ MB Community Planning â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Subdivision Application 4449-15-7605 Resolution No. 2016-029 Moved by Councillor G. Williams: Seconded by Councillor S. Denbow BE IT RESOLVED that the Council for the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood approves the proposal for Subdivision File #4449-15-7598, SE 33-7-21 WPM and NE 28-7-21 WPM for the intent to sever the 8.39 acre parcel (Parcel 1) containing the residence and yard site from SE 33-7-21W. Also sever two remnant parcels created by the Souris River (.46 acres in SW 34-7-21W (Parcel 2)) and 1.63 acres (Parcel 3) in NE 28-7-21W and consolidate them with neighbouring properties subject to the following conditions: THAT a Declaration of Easement be entered into allowing continued access across SW 34-7-21W to the sub-

divided yard site. THAT Parcel 2 shown on the map of proposed subdivision be transferred to the current owner of Title No. 24110112. THAT Parcel 3 shown on the map of proposed subdivision be transferred to the current owner of Title No. 2634863. THAT the portion of Road 123 separating proposed parcel on the east side of Souris River north of Road 41 be closed and transferred to current owner of Lot 2 Block 9 Plan 20130 SW 34-07-21W â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Title No. 2411012- Roll No. 466600. THAT the portion of Road 123 separating proposed parcel on the east side of Souris River south of Road 41 be closed and transferred to current owner of NW 27-0721W â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Title No. 2634863 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Roll No. 461750. THAT all applications and costs subject to this subdivision application will be the responsibility of the property owner(s). â&#x20AC;˘ to adjourn to meet again on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Municipality of Souris-Glenwood council notes for Tuesday, February 9, 2016 The following motions were approved: â&#x20AC;˘ that the agenda be adopted as presented. â&#x20AC;˘ that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held January 26, 2016 be adopted as circulated. â&#x20AC;˘ to approve for payment of accounts to February 9, 2016 represented by Cheque Nos. 001392 to 001457 (except Cheque No. 001453) for a total of $195,861.68. â&#x20AC;˘ that a levy of $10.00 per acre by levied against the properties described in attached Schedules â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;?, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? in the year 2016 for each acre so infested; same to be cancelled if noxious weeds are controlled to the satisfaction of the supervisor; AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED according to Section 28(2) of the Noxious Weeds Act, that notice shall be served in writing to the owner(s) of the land of the levy and the method to be used in destroying or controlling the noxious weeds. â&#x20AC;˘ that Council authorizes the Mayor and CAO to attend the AMM Mayors, Reeves, and CAOs Western District Meeting to be held in Brandon, MB on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 with expenses incurred be paid in accordance with By-law No. 03-2015. â&#x20AC;˘ that By-law No. 13-2016, being a by-law of the Municipality Of Souris-Glenwood to enter into an agreement to establish a Weed Control District, be given second and third reading. â&#x20AC;˘ authorize an annual contribution to the Souris and Glenwood Veterinary Board be utilized for Capital purchases within the Souris Vet Clinic in the amount of $5,000.00 for the years 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 for a maximum of $20,000.00. AND FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that the contribution will be paid as of September 30, of each year. â&#x20AC;˘ to authorize advertising in STARSkate Championships program in the amount of $75.00. â&#x20AC;˘ To accept the recommendation and that the Mayor and CAO sign the agreement with Lafarge. â&#x20AC;˘ to enter into a cost sharing agreement with Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship for the 2016/2017 Dutch Elm Disease Management Program. â&#x20AC;˘ to adjourn to meet again on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.

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Souris/Hartney Ducks Unlimited Committee Receives Awards

At the 2016 Western Manitoba DU workshop in Brandon, the Souris/Hartney committee received an award for the 2015 Regional Most-Improved Chapter of the Year. Brendynn Tuttosi received the Rookie Volunteer Award. Appreciation to the sponsors and supporters of the Ducks Unlimited Dinner and Auction. Without this support the chapter could not work on this great cause. Pictured above (L-R): Luc Quesnel, DU manager of Fundraising & Volunteer Relations -Western Manitoba; Souris Hartney DU volunteers Brendynn Tuttosi, Glen Barclay, Gary Noto, Deb Noto, Bob Edgerton; Jim Anton, Senior volunteer with our DUC Provincial Volunteer Council. PHOTO/SUBMITTED

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Local Girl Goes Gold

Casey Bertholet of Hartney performs as a guest skater at the Provincial STARSkate Championships in Souris Sunday. PHOTO/DANA STAM

Brooklyn MacDougall, 12-year-old daughter of Jodi MacDougall from Souris, and Jarrad MacDougall from Wakaw, Saskatchewan, earned the Gold Medal in the STAR 4 under 13 Freeskate Flight D category at the Provincial STARSkate Championships this weekend in Souris. This year Brooklyn competed in the Star 4 Freeskate category where she earned the Silver Medal at the Virden Funskate, the Gold medal at Regionals in Neepawa, and a 6th place finish at the Manitoba Open in Arborg. Brooklyn skates with the Hartney Skating Club and is coached by Laurie Bertholet. Pictured alongside Brooklyn as she receives her gold medal are silver medalist was Raegan Miller from Skate Brandon, and bronze medalist was Jaylyn Deurbrouck from Carmen Skate Club. PHOTO/SUBMITTED

Paige Eissner competes in the 5 Star Event at the Provincial STARSkate Championships in Souris Sunday. PHOTO/DANA STAM

Souris rugby stars named to senior women’s west camp submitted

Souris’s Emily Tuttosi and Amanda Williams, along with Brandon’s Amanda Thornborough, were among 33 players named to Rugby Canada’s senior women’s

west camp at Shawnigan Lake, BC. The camp, held from March 16 to 20, along with an east camp to be held at the University of Guelph in April, will begin the assessment process for determining

which athletes will represent Canada at the 2017 Women’s Rugby World Cup. Both Emily and Amanda are graduates of the Souris School Rugby squad under the watchful eye of coach Brian Yon.

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Play Ball! Minor Ball registration upon us

by Darci Semeschuk

Top Left: This group of ladies attended Provincials at Buhler Park Softball Complex in Winnipeg July 3rd - 5th, 2015. They finished their pool with a record of 3-1, which did not qualify for playoffs. The girls played exceptional ball and had a great weekend! Pictured above front row (L-R): Kenzie Laursen, Brynn Tosh, Bailey Kreusch, Paige Kozak, Morgan Van De Kerckhove, Aly Samels. Middle row (L-R): Kelsey Paige, Caitlyn Huenison, Cristel De Guia, Ally Humphries. Back row (L-R): coaches Shawn Samels, Michelle Kozak, Greg Humpries. Top Middle: Rally Cap Grey Team (L-R): Elizabeth Graham, Riley Swaenepoel-Robertson, Lyric Cannon, Keira Armitage, Kai

Henry, Missing: Ardyn Williams, Coach Tracy Armitage, Assistant Coach Carol Graham Middle Left: Rally Cap Yellow Team Hudson Kozak, Jessica Ackabee, Brady Devliegere, Riley Remillard, Micha Riffel, Gracelyn Schroeder, Jayda Cannon, Missing Coach Darren Schroeder, Assistant Coach Leanne Devliegere Top Right: Souris Cardinals: Rookie “B” Team Back row (LR): Jenna Turner, Seth Hamilton, Hayden Turner, Hunter Hamilton, Ivy Perkin, Coach Loretta Turner Front row (L-R): Caleb Hamilton, Hudson Rome, Aiden McCulloch, Nathan McGean, Liam Perkin Missing: Kyle Reilly Middle: Rally Cap Blue Team (L-R): Chelsea Turner, Cash Good, Gabriel dela Cruz, Riley

The snow is melting, the ice is thinning, Spring Break is right around the corner…and you know what that means? It’s baseball season. Souris Minor Ball is holding their annual registration at Souris School during parent/teacher interviews. There is a team for all ages. The season runs from May through June and for more details, please call Loretta Janz at 204-483-4067. The Plaindealer is sharing the team photos from 2015 so please enjoy!

Barclay, Gowan Nunez, Jordyn Brown, Theron Rome, Missing: Coach Loretta Turner Bottom Middle: Rally Cap Green Team (L-R): Logan McGean, Leah McGregor, Sophia Wasef, Philipp Riffel, Joshua Crampain, Missing: Eva Williams, Coach Corie Crampain, Assistant Coach: Brandy Jensen

Bottom Right: Cardinals: Rookie “C” Team Front row (L-R): Lucas Pauls, Sawyer Janz Middle row (L-R): Jack Swaenepoel, Emily Carlisle, Riley Edmunds, Carris Curley, Mailie Denbow Back row (L-R): Assist. Coach Bryan Swaenepoel, Coach Darren Janz Missing: Grayson Bennet, Trey Penner, Assist. Coach Trevor Penner

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Varsity girls enter Provincial Championship in top spot

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7/8 Girls squad captures Zone title ®

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Souris School’s Grade 7/8 Girls Basketball players travelled to Killarney Monday, February 29 for their Zone tournament where they worked their way to the finals. They were up against their all time rivals, Boissevain. The girls wanted their redemption and they sure got it! Playing a very aggressive game, they ended up winning 26-12, taking first place and becoming the Zone champs. What a great season! You ladies made your coaches and your school very proud! Back row l-r: Angie Rykman (coach), Abbey Heath, Catherine Punay, Erica Luptak, Raylee Brown, Hannah West, Kyla Bandola; Middle: Kaedynce Tuttosi, Frankie Murphy, Mackenna Matiowsky, Amee Butterfield, Michelle Perez, Annalisa Hume, Zoe Fergusson; Front: Yasmin Perez, April Guintu.

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New hand tile wall planned for Complex, prints taken at Battle of the Blades by Darci Semeschuk A whole new kind of fun is coming to the Souris Glenwood Memorial Complex March 19. The Souris Skating Club, Souris Minor Hockey, Souris Curling Club, and Senior Elks hockey team have joined together to bring you the first ever Battle of the Blades. The evening will be a fun-filled family event but what might be most interesting is that the fundraising committee for the Souris Glenwood Memorial Complex is beginning another Wall of Recognition. “I’ve been coming to the rink with my kids for a few years now and I often see people coming in and looking at all the handprints that are up on the wall,” states Kim Eissner, president of the Souris Skating Club. “I wasn’t around when this project was done and there is a whole new generation of people who would like to have their kids’ handprints up there, too.” The prints can be a hand, child’s foot, fingerprint, or just a name in memory of someone or something. The list of recognition can be long. Currently the large wall of recognition runs north to south as you enter the Complex. The new wall will continue to the south and there is room on it for 500 more prints. Eissner says the time frame to get the prints sold is fairly short so those interested in taking part need to get the print done as soon as possible. From there the tiles will be sealed and fired in the kiln at the school by art teacher Jacque Bechtold. “Ms. Bechtold is willing to take the prints and prepare them for firing, but she has cautioned us that the

paint used for the tiles is carcinogenic,” remarks Eissner. “I think it’s the same paint they used before, and people still did the tiles, so we hope that they will do it once again.” The tiles sell for $25 each and Eissner says the proceeds will be used for ongoing projects at the Complex. Getting back to the evening of March 19; there is a lot more going on than just selling hand tiles. The Skating Club, Curling Club, and Minor Hockey have put together a show consisting of pairs skating, rock throwing, and several other events. The team event consists of teams of five competing in different activities. As far as the pairs skating goes, there are three teams set to compete. Paige Eissner, Shaine Murphy, Sydney Fraser, Aiden Murphy, Zach Janz and Brooklyn McDougall are preparing to show of a mix of skating and hockey moves. As Eissner said, if someone on the team is a strong hockey player, they’ll probably get to take part in the figure skating event! “This is meant to be fun and exciting for everyone,” explains Eissner. “We hope people will come out and take part in the show.” In addition to the events and handprints, there will be supper available from the canteen. The Senior Elks Hockey team is not to be left out of the fun. They will be hosting a Hot Stove in the Kirkup Lounge throughout the evening. Tickets for the event, which begins at 6:00 p.m., has a small entrance fee. Adults are $5.00, students $2.00, and four and under are free of charge. If you would like

VIP reserve seating, that’s available for advance purchase. There are forty inside and one hundred outside VIP seats. Please all Kim at 204-741-0061 or Loretta at 204-483-4067 to reserve.

For many, perusing the Wall of Recognition at the Souris Glenwood Memorial Complex is a walk down memory lane. An entire new generation is set to leave their mark behind on the Wall. At the upcoming Battle of the Blades, volunteers will be selling handprint tiles to continue the Wall. Only 500 tiles are available at the March 19 event. Pictured above: Souris Skating Club president, Kim Eissner, shows us the current wall and where the new handprints will be located. PHOTO/DARCI SEMESCHUK

Cougars swept by Grant Moffatt The Eastman Selects continue their dominance in the Manitoba AAA play, sweeping the Southwest Cougars from the playoffs with a 5-0 win in Beausejour. The Selects took the first round playoff series in three games. In the first game last Friday, the Selects jumped out to an early 2-1 lead and scored a power play goal at 18:23 of the third period for a 3-2 win. Jared McCorrister tied the game from Tristen Cross after the Selects had jumped out to a one-goal lead three minutes

into the game. The Selects responded to make it 2-1, chasing Brady Gordon from the Cougars net. Rylan Rommeleare came in and shut the door, giving the Cougars a chance to claw back into the game. The second period was scoreless and Grady Hobbs jammed the puck home seven minutes into the third to tie the score from Tristen Cross and Quin Hobbs.. The Cougars had chances to win, but a power play goal with time winding down ended the game. Rylan Rommeleare and Brady Gordon combined to turn aside 33

shots while the Cougars fired 25 at the Selects net. Sunday night in Souris, the game went into overtime with the Selects earning a 5-4 win. Tristen Cross opened the scoring with Grady Hobbs’s help at the four-minute mark. The Selects tied the score midway through the period. The Cougars grabbed the lead 21 seconds into the second period when Brian Harris and Grady Hobbs scored a power play goal. Selects tied the game four minutes later, only to have Quin Hobbs regain the lead, with Brian Har-

ris and Tristen Cross helping out, for a 3-2 lead. The Selects continued to press, evening the game at the 8:34 mark, only to have Brian Harris hook up with Quin and Grady Hobbs 27 seconds later. The Selects tied the game 11 minutes into the game sending it to extra time. The Selects scored off a face-off to the right of Rylan Rommelaere 29 seconds into the extra time to give them the two-game series lead. The Cougars played a tough team very well, but will finish the season on the first day of March.

166 Cricket Drive $349,900

20 Aspen Ave. W. $279,000

March 19, 2016 Souris Glenwood Memorial Complex Doors open 6:00 p.m. • Show starts 6:45 p.m.

155 7th Ave. $239,900

Elks hot stove • Clay tiles • Canteen supper special Another opportunity to memorialize your family, team, organization in the SGMC for life! Create your work of at that evening or order custom lettering to be done later. Limited tiles available. $25 each.

54 Preston Street North $299,900

PLEASE CONTACT ME AT Office: 204-725-8804 or 204-483-3153 204-483-2770 Cellular: 204-720-6888 Email: glentosh@royallepage.ca Martin-Liberty Realty Independently Owned and Operated

To view these and many other homes visit

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GLEN TOSH

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Loretta Turner 204-741-0742 or Kim Eissner 204-741-0061

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ADVERTISING RATES & INFORMATION Classified Regular • 25 Words/$6.50 Each Additional Word/$0.15 ALL CLASSIFIEDS MUST BE PREPAID Advertising copy deviating in any way from the regular classified style will be considered display and charged at the rate of $6.50/column inch.

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

Business Opportunities

OBITUARY

Craig Michael, 1954 - 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loved one, Craig Michael Swiderski, who passed away on February 24, 2016 in Brandon, MB. He was predeceased by his Mother and Father. He leaves behind brothers, Rick (Kathy) and Gary and sister Myrna. Also left to mourn are his niece Kelly (Terry), nephew Keith and his great-niece Hailey. Craig was born and raised in Souris and eventually moved to Brandon where he was employed by the Brandon School Division. Most recently he was employed at J.R. Reid School where he worked for 25 years. He loved the kids and always made sure they were happy by telling them stories, making jokes and giving out hugs. Craig loved his coffee and it was never too early to meet someone for a Timmy’s. He was also a loyal fan of NASCAR. Craig loved his family, always caring for Mom after Dad passed away. He kept in close contact with his brothers and sister and we will all deeply miss our weekend calls with him. A private service was held at the Souris-Glenwood Cemetery on March 2, 2016. In memory of Craig, donations may be made to The Tim Horton’s Children’s Foundation. In Memoriam

SWIDERSKI - Frank, who passed away March 10, 1998. Time changes many things, But not the memory this day brings, Til now you are still in our minds and hearts. ~ Always remembered by Rick, Kathy and family, Gary and Myrna. Card of Thanks

We would like to thank Kowalchuk’s Funeral Home, the Souris Legion ladies who provided the luncheon, and Arlene Robertson for the service at the cemetery. We would also like to thank the Staff at J.R. Reid for attending and arranging the creation of the scrapbooks from the students in which they expressed their memories and good wishes for Craig. Rick (Kathy), Gary, Myrna Swiderski Coming Events

Souris Legion Branch #60 Curling Funspiel, Saturday, March 19. Prizes for all curlers. Fun and delicious supper for everyone. Drop In or phone 204-483-2659 to register. The 20th Annual Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum Induction Dinner will be held in Morden on June 4, 2016. Tickets may be obtained by contacting Jack Hrehirchuk at 204-6386923/204-648-6395 or jhrehirchuk@wcgwave.ca, David Olsen at 204-284-8728 or dholsen@mymts.net, or Joe Wiwchar at 204-822-4636 or mbbbhof@mymts.net. Deadline for ticket sales is May 15, 2016.

Feed & Seed NUVISION COMMODITIES. St. Jean MB. Buying feed grains, wheat, barley, peas, off grades grain. 204-758-3401 or 204-7464028

General Employment HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION SPECIALISTS are in huge demand. Employers want CanScribe graduates. A great workfrom-home career! Train with Canada’s best-rated program. Enroll today. www.canscribe.com. 1.800.466.1535. info@canscribe.com. MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Seasonal beekeeper - labourer and bee technicians (noc #8251). Call Fernie Bisson 204-724-3584. For Sale - Misc Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Manitoba Community Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association?s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.mcna.com.

NEW EXCITING MINI VLT’S. Produce Buckets of Cash Monthly. Attracts Customers Like Money Magnets. Locations Provided. Ground Floor Opportunity. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629. Website WWW.TCVEND.COM

Business Services

MEYERS GUN AUCTION Saturday, March 26 10 a.m. To consign call

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 shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866873-3846 or www.treetime.ca. SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: w w w . N o r w o o d S a w mills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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).

SAVE 30% on our Heart of the Arctic adventure. Visit Inuit communities in Greenland and Nunavut Aboard the comfortable 198passenger Ocean Endeavour. CALL FOR DETAILS!1-800-3637566 or visit: www.adventurecanada.com. (TICO#04001400)

Looking to hire?

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For Sale - Misc MARCH FLOOR MODEL SALE! Save 20-50% on SELECT floor models store wide. Save $900 on power reclining leather sofa for $1595 (La-Z-Boy Company). Save $300 on queen pocket coil set for $595. 7 piece solid wood bedroom suite queen sizes $2395 (was $2995). 5 piece table set for $199 (was $399). Samples only, visit store for other clearance models. 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.

Travel 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

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SWIDERSKI

In Memoriam

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.

Mobile/Manufactured Homes for Sale 5 New 16 x 80, 3 Bed, 2 Bath. Starting at $83,000. Altona Mobile Homes, 1-800-582-4036, 1-204324-6776. Email amhl@mymts.net.

Apartments/Condos for Rent Apartments for rent - One and two bedroom upgraded suites, washer/dryer hookup, water included. Phone manager 204-483-3123. South-Vu Apartments has for rent - 2nd floor, one bedroom, air conditioned apartment, kitchen appliances supplied, laundry room in building, carport parking with cold storage room. No children or pets, non-smoker. Contact Forbes Arbuckle 204-4830100.

Meeting Place Souris Al-Anon group meets every Thursday at 7:00 p.m., St. Luke’s Anglican Church.

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Now booking in Souris for the month of March When you want “CLEAN” results...CALL US!

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Good Reasons to Advertise 1. Newspapers reach the majority of customers weekly. 2. To boost sales. 3. To introduce new products and services. 4. To keep your name in front of your customers. 5. Newspaper advertising can be targeted by section and reader. 6. Newspaper advertising can target specific geographic locations. 7. To reach customers you haven’t thought of yet. 8. With short deadlines, newspaper advertising can be tailored for immediacy. 9. Newspapers are portable and convenient. 10. Newspaper advertising builds business credibility and momentum.

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HOCKEY FIT

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Hockey season over? Looking to get better in the off season?

ROXANNE SCRABA

Southwest Strength will be offering Hockey Fit classes starting March 28, 2016

Registered Massage Therapist, Homeopath Souris 483-2225

(Program will run until the end of August)

Classes 3x per week. Coached by Nathan Corrigal Ages 12 to junior level

HOCKEY FIT WILL FOCUS ON THE FOLLOWING: Structural Balance (strength) Power • Speed • Jumping • Throwing • Agility Energy System Development

SOUTHWEST STRENGTH

RMT, DHMS

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 C.A. MCMULLAN, HAROLD REID, • AUDRAC.A. NYCHUK, C.A.

Toll Free 1-877-866-6444

Turner Autobody in Carroll, MB

Laura J. McDougald-Williams

Souris: 204.483.1556 Brandon: 204.725.8770 Fax: 204.483.2321 lwilliams@mhlaw.ca

B.A. (Hons.), LL.B., B.CL.

W. Bryan Webber B.A., B. Ed. (A.D.), LL.B.

63 Front Street • Melita, MB

nathan@southweststrength.com Contact for more information:

1-204-647-0091

Office Hours: Monday - Friday • 9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. Toll Free: 1-800-628-7960 4 Crescent Avenue West

Box 1149

Souris, MB

R0K 2C0

(204)483-2247 Murray Turner • Dean Mushie • Full autobody service • MPI service and private work • Windshield repair & replacement • Free windshield repairs with $250 deductible or less

EALING

www.mhlaw.ca

Boulanger Construction

COMPUTER REPAIR

483-1587 VISIT US ONLINE

www.esouris.com

Felix Boulanger Renovations, New Construction Large or Small Jobs Free Estimates

ULCERATIVE COLITIS STRIKES PEOPLE IN THEIR 20S. HARD.

• New Homes Licensed R-2000 Builder • Additions & Renovations

Call 483-0107 or 483-3848

• Concrete Flat work

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• Roofing

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CHURCH CALENDAR ST. LUKE’S ANGLICAN WORSHIP & SUNDAY SCHOOL 11:00 a.m.

ST. PAUL’S UNITED WORSHIP & SUNDAY SCHOOL 11:00 a.m.

SOURIS GOSPEL CHAPEL SUNDAY SERVICE 11:00 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00 a.m.

FAITH

New Construction • Renovations • Free Estimates CALL JIM!

Souris Dental Centre Family Dentistry

166 Dickson Street P.O. Box 464 Souris, MB R0K 2C0 300 Nelson Street W. P.O. Box 1354 Virden, MB R0M 2C0

Appointments Available Monday - Friday Office: 204.748.1633 Fax: 204.748.1591 Cell: 204.851.3061 After Hours: 204.483.2110 Email: frank@bennettcga.com

483-2112

THIS SPACE FOR RENT!

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.

D. Scott Anderson, FCGA Valerie T. Strath, C.G.A. Darcy Gerow, D.Ag. Unit I - 3000 • Victoria Avenue • Brandon, MB

1-888-726-1995

ARBUCKLE ELECTRIC Forbes Arbuckle

Electrical Contractor Underground Wire locating

Bus. 483-3320 Res. 483-2517

DO THE MATH. ADVERTISE IN THE NEWSPAPER.

NADbank, ComBase: Adults 18+, print and online

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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena Nerbas Dear Reena, I have a big problem with excessive foot odor. The odor overwhelmed my cubicle and I am in an embarrassing situation each time someone comes to my cubicle. I wash my feet twice a day every day, before bed and before going to work, sometimes I soak my feet with baking soda, or tea, or salt. I use foot powder, which temporarily stops the odor and I also tried deodorant/antiperspirant on the bottoms of my feet. I sprinkled some baking soda in my shoes overnight but the odor returns as soon as my feet sweat. Not sure if this has something to do with blood circulation or my body lacks some kind of nutrition. I am desperate; how I can get rid of the foot odor? Thank you, J.J. Dear J.J., You have obviously worked hard to combat this frustration by using many tried and true solutions. Your absolute best bet, make an appointment with a physician and seek medical advice, the solution might be simpler than you ever imagined! In the meantime, head over to a store such as Marks Work Warehouse or a sporting goods store and purchase the best moisture wicking socks that you can find. Dear Reena, I hear a lot of people talking about composite decking; what is it? Manny Dear Manny, Composite decks are made from wood fibers and recycled plastics. They come in a wide variety of colors. They are often recommended for cooler climates because the textile can get very hot. They are durable and quick to install. Composite doesn’t rot and is very durable, but costs about three times more money than some wood varieties. Composite decking doesn’t require stripping, sanding, staining or painting. Dear Reena, Is there a way to clean pewter items? Mine have a dark hue to them and I hesitate to try to clean them with the wrong stuff. Thank you, Margaret Dear Margaret,

There are commercial polishes on the market the end of the yardstick. Run the stick under formulated specifically for pewter and other the fridge to pull our lingering dust bunnies. • Here is a tip for fridges that are not typisoft metals. If you prefer to clean pewter using products from your home; many people had cally kept full. In order for your fridge to run great results cleaning pewter by gently rub- efficiently; store a gallon of water inside the bing it with olive oil and cabbage leaves or a fridge at all times. • Clean your fridge before you shop. very soft cloth. After pewter is clean, consider purchasing a neutral wax polish to protect your This makes the task easier since there are fewer items to move around. pieces from future oxidization. • Store an open jar of fresh coffee grounds Feedback from Contributing Readers inside the fridge to absorb food odors. Re: Flattening Rice Krispie Treats Note: Every user assumes all risks of injury or Dear Reena, I butter the flat end of my potato masher, damage resulting from the implementation of any and then press down on the Rice Krispies. Any suggestions in this column. Test all products on an other flat surface will do. Works like a charm. inconspicuous area first. I enjoy your questions and tips, keep them Desiree coming. Need a Presenter on the topic: EffecDear Reena, After dumping the mixture from the pot into tive Speaking or The Power of Words? Check a rectangular container, I use a rubber spatula out: Reena.ca that I have rubbed with margarine. I Phone 204-483-5200 might have to reFax 204-483-5203 apply the margarine MUNICIPAL OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. a couple times, but Closed noon - 1:00 p.m. it then slides effortNEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING: TUESDAY, MARCH 22, 2016 • 7:00 p.m. • 100 - 2 Street South lessly over the sticky WEBSITE INFORMATION - Send event details to events@sourismanitoba.com mess. Darlene VISIT US AT www.sourismanitoba.com or facebook.com/townofsouris Dear Reena, Flatten Rice Krispie TRANSFER SITE HANDI-TRANSIT squares in a 9x13 plasDispose used oil, filters and antifreeze and In-town trips: tic container instead containers at the Eco-Centre. $5 one way • $10 round trip of a baking dish. That Wed. and Fri. 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.; $ 50 Pre-paid passes (10 rides + 1 free) way you have a lid Sat. - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Sun. - 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. and don’t need to fuss To book your ride, call 204-741-0202 GARBAGE & RECYCLE PICK-UP with foil and plastic Monday - Friday put your garbage /recycling out by 7 a.m. Group trips are also available upon request, wrap. Darren RECYCLING CENTRE: 24-hour drop off at 20 Pine Ave E advanced booking required. (west side). E-Waste is accepted, large items may be Fridge MainteDonations to the Handi-Transit may dropped off at the Recyling Depot. Please avoid putting be made through the Municipal Office nance Tips household garbage in recycling. • Cleaning unBUILDING PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for renovations, new construction, additions, derneath the fridge fences and accessory buildings. Contact the Municipal Office for information can be challenging 204-483-5200. Building Inspector available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday only. unless you own a FRIDAY - SUNDAY yardstick and a pair SHOWTIME: 7:30 P.M. Phone 204-483-5215 of nylon pantyhose. Use a rubber band to The Finest Hours March 11-13, 2016 attach the nylons to

MUNICIPALITY OF SOURIS-GLENWOOD

AVALON THEATRE

Rated PG-13 • 1 hr 57 min • Action | Drama | History Stars: Chris Pine, Casey Affeck, Ben Foster The Coast Guard makes a daring rescue attempt off the coast of Cape Cod after a pair of oil tankers are destroyed during a blizzard in 1952.

How to be Single March 18-20, 2016 Rated 14-A • 1 hr 50 min • Comedy | Romance Stars: Dakota Johnson, Rebel Wilson, Leslie Mann New York City is full of lonely hearts seeking the right match, and what Alice, Robin, Lucy, Meg, Tom & David all have in common is the need to learn how to be single in a world filled with ever-evolving definitions of love.

SOURIS VALLEY RECREATION PROGRAMS Call 204-483-5214 or visit facebook.com/sourisrecreation MUNICIPAL LOGO - The Municipality of Souris-Glenwood is seeking a logo. Go to: www.sourismanitoba.com

1961 MF 202 tractor with 102 loader - FOR SALE BY TENDER Go to: www.sourismanitoba.com

SUMMER JOBS Go to: www.sourismanitoba.com

USE CAUTION!! Spring it approaching - please stay off the river and creek ice

2016 DOG LICENSES ARE DUE: MUNICIPALITY OF SOURIS-GLENWOOD BY-LAW No. 1780 states “The owner of every dog must register such dog”. License will be issued upon proof of rabies vaccination. Maximum of 2 dogs per household. The cost is $10.00 per dog until April 30, 2015, after that the cost increases to $20.00 per dog. PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood intends to conduct the following Pesticide Control Programs during 2016 to control noxious weeds on road allowances within the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood. The projected dates of application will be from May 1, 2016 to October 31, 2016. The herbicides to be used include: -2-4-D amine -Glyphosate -Dicamba To control the following insect pests including grasshoppers, mosquitoes, elm bark beetles, cankerworms, etc. The proposed dates of application for these programs will be from May 1, 2016 to October 31, 2016. The insecticides to be used include: -Chlorpyrifos -Malathion -Bacillus thuringiensis The following areas to be treated: Larviciding of mosquito may take place in standing water within the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood. Basal Spraying of public and private elm trees within the Municipality of SourisGlenwood. The spraying of noxious weeds on road allowances, boulevards and public green spaces as required within the Municipality of Souris-Glenwood boundaries. The public may send written submissions or objections within 15 days of the publication of the notice to the department of: Manitoba Conservation - Pesticide/Fertilizer Section, Suite 160, 123 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 1A5

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GOVERNMENT OF MANITOBA - - NATURAL GAS - TBD R0011206373 AD01 WELL FORWARD, RIGHT HAND PAGE

Natural Gas Save over $12,000 on home heating.

NATURAL GAS

ELECTRICITY

Cost to buy & install

ELECTRIC $2,000 FURNACE $3,000

3,500 NATURAL GAS $ 5,500 FURNACE $

ASK YOUR CONTRACTOR:

ASK YOUR CONTRACTOR: If you’re installing a natural gas heating system for the ﬁrst time, there may be extra charges for running the gas line within your home.

25-YEAR COST TO RUN

15,800

25-YEAR COST TO RUN

31,850

Cost to buy & install

If you’re installing an electric heating system for the ﬁrst time, there may be extra charges to upgrade your electrical service and panel to handle the extra load.

60 GALLON

1,700 POWER-VENTED NATURAL GAS $ 1,900 WATER HEATER

ELECTRIC

Cost to buy & install

800 1,200 $

WATER HEATER $

10-YEAR COST TO RUN

1,150

TOTAL INVESTMENT:

$25,000 OR LESS

For more details, or to use our online heating calculator visit

hydro.mb.ca/heating The cost to buy, install and operate indicated above is an average and will vary depending on your home, speciﬁc heating needs, and other conditions. Cost to run is based on a February 1, 2016 natural gas rate of $0.2660/m3 and an electricity rate of $0.07672/kWh.

10-YEAR COST TO RUN

2,900

PLAN TODAY AND AVOID UNEXPECTED COSTS: An emergency furnace or hot water tank replacement may end up costing you hundreds of dollars more than a planned installation. Explore your heating options now so you have time to get quotes and advice from multiple contractors.

TOTAL INVESTMENT:

$37,500 OR MORE