Dawson Trail Dispatch
Celebrating Over 20 Years of Service to Our Communities!
Youngest Taekwondo Assistant Instructor Named
Elisabeth Fust with the children’s class she instructs twice weekly in the Lorette Branch of Spirit 1 Taekwondo Academy. Often assisting her are the poom and colour belts on the right. Photos courtesy of Spirit1 Taekwondo Academy.
Beginning in April 2017 after achieving the rank of Red Belt, Elisabeth Fust took the initiative of helping Master Michael Tam of Spirit 1 Taekwondo Academy in instructing the children’s class, which at the time consisted of about 15 little ones. She continues to be the prime instructor of this children’s class today. Fust achieved her 1st Poom Black Belt on October 7, 2017 at the age of 14 years and on October 6 of this year she earned and was promoted to the rank of 2nd Dan Black Belt. For this achievement and her continuing commitment to the children in taekwondo from Lorette and surrounding area, Master Tam instructed that Fust shall now have the title of Assistant Instructor in Spirit 1 Taekwondo Academy. She becomes the youngest recognized instructor in the academy.
During the annual Awards and Dinner hosted by Master Tam recently, he recognized Fust with the “Role Model of the Year Award”. Kimi Marasigan also was recognized with this award for her assistance with the children’s class, for her bearing in class as a martial artist, and her medal winning feats at tournaments. Knight Marasigan was award- Elisabeth Fust posing with her Role ed the “Best Manner of the Year Model of the Year Award presented to her by Master Michael Tam. Award” and Rya Bernier, Casia Schreyer and Carrie Sutherland were awarded the “Exceptional Branch “Ironman” for 2018. Taekwondo Spirit Award”. Rya Melody Tardiff was awarded Bernier was also awarded the the “Outstanding Member of Grand Champion, Taekwondo the Year Award”. Holistic Award for the Lorette Master Michael Tam holds a Branch. 5th Dan Degree Black Belt in Seven year old Janelle Schrey- Taekwondo. He is registered er was named as the Lorette with Taekwondo Manitoba
Rya Bernier posing with her Grand Champion - Taekwondo Holistic Award presented to her by Master Michael Tam.
and Taekwondo Canada and is affiliated with World Taekwondo, Seoul, South Korea. Inquiries on joining their taekwondo family can be sent to bernier1949@gmail. com or call 204-878-2198.
November 2018
Operation Red Nose Gearing Up for Another Season By Marianne Curtis In a few weeks, Operation Red Nose Steinbach/La Broquerie will roll onto the streets for its sixth season of operation within the region and it is not too early to think about volunteering. Operation Red Nose Steinbach/La Broquerie is organized and operated annually by the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) from Ecole St-Joachim, in La Broquerie as a school fundraiser. This year, the service has expanded to include St. Malo. The group has partnered with the communities including the City of Steinbach, RM of La Broquerie and Steinbach RCMP to ensure its success. François Grenier, Operation Red Nose Coordinator said the group is committed to saving lives, improving roadway safety and starting the conversation with our students and communities about responsible consumption of inebriating substances. “The Operation Red Nose project fundraising from the ride service also allows our school to fund special projects within our school and community,” explained Grenier. “These projects impact the lives of students and families by supporting improved recreational and cultural opportunities and providing safer equipment.” It also gathers a community of volunteers that share a common cause for an evening and have fun while helping out, he added. Since the inception of Operation Red Nose Steinbach/ La Broquerie, $27,594 has been raised through generous donations from clients. This money has gone directly to different youth programs, whether cultural or sports. Past projects include a school walking path, picnic tables and new bleachers in the school gym. Last year the funds helped put together a big gathering that got La Broquerie moving (Ca bouge ici). “This was an opportunity for the community to exercise together and do different workshops, young and old then share in a supper and finish with a talent show of all the youth from the school,” Grenier explained. “This year the money is going into helping for Jerseys for the improvisation team and theatre equipment for the acting and band classes.” The official season for Operation Red Nose Steinbach/ La Broquerie will be launched on November 16 at Hylife Centre in La Broquerie. The service will be available starting November 30 and run every weekend until New Years. Businesses interested in sponsoring the service have until November 15 to guarantee their logo’s are on posters and table tent cards. To find out more information visit their website at OperationRedNoseSteinbachLaBroquerie.ca and to either volunteer or arrange a service call 204-424-9555.