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A winter wonderland in Neepawa

PHOTO BY KIRA PATERSON

On Monday, Feb. 17, Neepawa families celebrated Louis Riel Day at the Winter Wonderland Festival, held at the Flats. The day featured a number of outdoor activities, including a snowy obstacle course. More photos and information on Page 2.

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The Beautiful Plains Community Foundation (BPCF) held the fourth draw of their 25 Days of Giving event at the Banner & Press office on Friday, Feb. 14.

The recipient drawn this time was Whitemud Comedy Company and they will be receiving $500 from BPCF. There will be 25 draws, which will award a total of $25,000 to local organizations.

From left: BPCF board member Brent Sorenson; Gloria Kerluke, of the Banner & Press; BPCF members Anne Kuharski and Ashley McCaughan; and Banner & Press staff member Cassandra Wehrhahn (they, them and their pronouns).

Neepawa hosted its annual Winter Wonderland Fes tival on Monday, Feb. 17.

The day was filled with ac tivities, from the pancake break fast at Ar t sFor ward, ser ved by volunteers like Russ Elliot t (above right), to sleigh rides (top), to outdoor games like Connect Four (above) and fun on the ice (right), there was something for everyone. The day also included a free movie at the Roxy Theatre, a cribbage tournament and open mic at A r t s For ward and an open gym event with the Neepawa Gymnastics Club at the Yellowhead Centre.

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Twin Flames brings the north to Neepawa

By Cassandra Wehrhahn

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Neepawa will soon be host to sounds of t he north– and more. As the f inale to the 2020 Kaleidoscope concert season, Twin Flames will be making a stop here as part of their very first tour of Manitoba. Twin Flames is a multi-award winning Indigenous contempora r y fol k ba nd, featuring husband and wife duo Chelsey June (Metis, Algonquin Cree), of Ottawa; and Jaaji (Inuk Mohawk), of Nunavik.

The group combines both western and traditional instruments, honouring their respective ancestors and backgrounds, singing songs of courage and survival in English, Inuktitut and French.

Their tour kicks off with

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Pictured from left are Chelsey June and Jaaji (pronounced “yah-yee”) of Ottawa band Twin Flames.

an inaugural performance at Festival du Voyageur in Winnipeg on Feb. 23, followed by performances in Pinawa on Feb. 28, Portage la Prairie on Feb. 29 and Minnedosa on March 2, with the f inal show performed in Neepawa’s

Roxy Theatre on March 3 at 7:30 p.m. The lineup for the next Kaleidoscope season will also be announced at the Neepawa performance.

“We’re really excited.

It’s our first time getting to visit Neepawa and I think,

any time we’re in a new city, it’s always a discovery for the audience that takes the time to come out to our show,” said Chelsey. “We always hope to give a powerful performance that catches people’s hearts, where we get to

Western swing act set to warm up Gladstone Submitted Press release Woody Holler grew up on the Canadian prairie, hearing the songs of the cowboy. Although he was later trained in opera, a sense of nostalgia held him close to those western roots.

In 2009, Woody teamed up with some of Winnipeg’s finest jazz musicians and began purveying his own brand of Western Swing. On Feb. 21, he’ll be bringing the show to Gladstone’s Stride Hall.

Western Canada tours Since 2010, the band has

showcased very successfully across Western Canada, which has led to several tours from across the prairies to the Atlantic and many tours of the Pacific. They have enjoyed a tour of the Northwest Territories and past the arctic circle. In 2016, the band spent three-weeks touring England on behalf of the Northern England Arts Network. Their first album, “Western Skies,” was nominated for a Canadian Folk Music Award in 2010. Woody and the boys have just completed their second album, “Jazz From The Saddle.”

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“Supporting Canadian talent has long been a priority for the board of Stride Hall, Gladstone. We are especially pleased to be able to offer Woody Holler and his orchestra the opportunity to share their talents,” said Kelvin Bueckert, board chair.

“I first had the privilege to see them in Portage. Not only were they charming people in real life, they also put on quite an entertaining show. I’ve been asked what they sound like, and well, it sounds kind of like a 1940s radio show. The vocal performance is especially

unique and ranges from the operatic to show stopping yodeling. With that said, we sure appreciate the community support that allows us to bring events of this caliber to town. All profits from this event will go toward the ongoing operations of our community centre.

So, I hope to see everybody there. ”

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just go with the f low and feed off of the crowd and it becomes this ‘you cry, you laugh’ [experience] and [you] get this talk and journey through the arctic and the places we’ve gone to in the last six years.”

Chelsey added, “To sum that up, I guess it’s about gently educating people on things that have happened in Indigenous people’s past history, discussing reconciliat ion through our music and how nonIndigenous people can become allies– creating those fr iendships in a safe space where we can all enjoy storytelling and music in one space.”

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share Canada’s history– perhaps history that not a lot of people know about, our different perspectives, our different upbringings and sharing our personal stories as well.”

Jaaji noted that some of the things the group talks about during their performances can get a little strong and sensitive.

However, their goal is not to make anybody f linch, or feel bad.

“I think sometimes we just want to give our perspective on the reasons why some of the things are the way they are, but at the same time we do add quite a bit of humour in there as well,” Jaaji explained. “We never script anything, we

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by Chad Carpenter

Look to the future, learn from the past

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f the var ious blockades and protests being carried out across Canada are any indication, it’s time for Canada to move on. Most of the blockades and protests are illegal. Not only that, they are causing harm to everyone, including those protesting. If the blockades and protests were being carried out by non-Indigenous people, they would be over. They would all be removed and protesters possibly charged with various offences.

It is becoming more apparent as each day goes by that the laws of the land are not being applied equally in Canada and that is a sad thing.

I would be the first to defend Indigenous people when it comes to acknowledging that there have been many things go wrong for them in Canadian history.

The Indian Act is a bad piece of legislation. The home ownership problem on reserves is not a good situation. Many aspects of the residential school system were negative. The list goes on and on. In Manitoba’s history, the role played by Louis Riel has been misunderstood for 150 years. Riel had his pluses and minuses, but I have always been a Riel defender.

The blockades and protests going on these past few weeks should end. Protesting has become an art form and an industry in itself, but it is not advancing anybody’s well-being. Canada needs to develop its resources.

The illegal protests, coupled

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Protesting has become an art form and an industry in itself, but it is not advancing anybody’s well-being.

with government inaction to bring them to an end, are standing in the way of that development. Ironically, the protested resource development has been agreed to by most of the communities involved. The development of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) would actually reduce pollution, as it could be used in countries that currently burn a lot of coal.

What the protesting people need to understand is that, in spite of how much they may want to be compensated, no matter how much they object to resource development, or how much they want to revert to old traditional ways of life, resource development is a net benefit to their communities, to the rest of Canada and to the world.

The time has come for Canada to quit living in the past. The past is a great place to visit, but

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a poor place to dwell. It’s time to move on, time to acknowledge all the past mistakes and hurts and biases, yes, but move on.

Develop our resources, get clean water and proper sewage in every community in the nation. Educate our people, strengthen our health care and concentrate on what’s good for all Canadians. Let’s re-direct our efforts within our borders.

Maybe it’s time to reduce our role in the United Nations, foreign aid and foreign wars. I know it’s time to stop subsidizing businesses.

Disclaimer: The writer serves as a volunteer chair of the Manitoba Community Newspaper Association.

The views expressed in this column are the writer’s personal views and are not to be taken as being the view of the MCNA board or Banner & Press staff.

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he value of farmland in Manitoba has been rising and it’s creating a challenge when it comes to succession within the industry. While rising prices are great news for those looking to sell, they’re not so good for those getting into the industry and looking to expand their farms through land purchases or rental.

Each year, Farm Credit Canada (FCC) releases a report on the value of farml a nd acros s MY Canada. In PERSPECTIVE the 2018 report, the lending agency reported that Kate compared to 2017, the value Jackman-Atkinson of farmland rose by 3.7 per cent. A modest increase, but it came on the heels of 10 years worth of increases, ranging from 4.4 per cent in 2010, to 25.6 per cent in both 2012 and 2013.

When it comes to agriculture, there’s another factor at play— demographics. According to the 2016 Census of Agriculture, the average Canadian farmer is 55.0 years of age. This is up one year from 2011 and while the share of younger farmers is growing, those over 55 are still the fastest growing age group.

Ensuring that there’s a pathway for younger producers to expand their businesses so that they can stay in the industry is vital, especially if all these retiring farmers want someone to be around to buy their farms.

When it comes to accessing additional land, young farmers are competing against those with much deeper pockets. This is the way economics work, but sometimes, it doesn’t give the desired result, especially when looking at how to transition all this land.

At their annual meeting earlier this month, Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) passed one resolution aimed at addressing this issue. The resolution recommended that KAP work with the young farmers policy committee, the Canadian Federation of Agriculture and the Department of Finance Canada to develop a program that would allow a landowner to be eligible for a full tax rebate on land rental income earned from renting land and/or selling land to a young farmer.

In some American states, similar programs are already in place. In Wisconsin, there is an exclusion on capital gain tax when farm assets are sold to a relative. In neighbouring Iowa, there are tax credits for leasing land to a beginning farmer, as well as those for hiring a beginning farmer to complete custom work. In Minnesota, new tax credits became available in 2018. The Minnesota Beginning Farmer Tax Credit provides income tax credits for the sale and rental of land, as well as the transfer of share agreements. At the end of last year, Kentucky announced a new program in which eligible farmers selling their farms could receive a tax credit on income from the sale of qualifying assets. In most cases, “young farmers” are defined as those who have owned farmland for less than 10 years and will provide day-to-day labour on the farm.

While some are worried a tax credit will drive up prices, in most situations, young farmers are competing against buyers who wouldn’t be eligible for the tax credit. Canada has good lending programs aimed at young farmers, but when it comes to purchasing land, they usually don’t have the equity that allows them to pay top dollar. Over the next decade, a large quantity of land will be coming up for sale or rent, as today’s ageing farmers turn to their assets to fund their retirements.

Some consideration needs to be given to how this land will transfer, who will buy it and at what price. By making some kind of incentive available, it can allow vendors to help a new farmers, while pocketing the same amount of after tax money.

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Breaking bad habits: part two

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t is Oct. 3, 1990. We are standing near the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, celebrating an event many thought would never happen. After 45 years, beginning with the end of the second world war, Germany is once again a united federal republic.

Our joy, however, is not shared by some of Germany’s neighbours– especially not by France and Russia. Both had taken the brunt of German aggression in each of the two previous world wars. They feared a unified Germany and their leaders lost no time in letting everyone else know exactly how they felt.

But the Germans, led by Chancellor Helmut Kohl, had no interest in starting another war. Two world wars had taught them that there was more to be gained from working together with their neighbours than by fighting them. So, led by Kohl, the newly unified German republic called for the establishment of a European economic community– a dream that came

FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein true on Nov. 1, 1993 when the European Union was formed.

To me, at least, it appeared as though Germany had achieved more by diplomatic and political means than they had ever achieved in two world wars.

However, recent events– like Brexit and financial bailouts to Greece, to name but two– have turned this dream into a bit of a nightmare. And one wonders how long the EU will stay together and, should it collapse, what forms of government might replace it.

One thing in Europe has changed– and this is a change for the better.

The racism and desire for supremacy that were so evident in the days preceding the world wars seem to have virtually disappeared.

Racial and cultural dif-

ferences still exist. They always have and always will exist. Nothing any of us can do will change that.

But racism, prejudice and bias are never justified.

Nor do racial and cultural differences ever give one group the right to claim dominance over others or to use force to keep those they feel are inferior under control. Those attitudes are a direct rejection of the uniqueness, dignity and value of every individual, family and cultural group.

Every person on this earth has been placed here at this time by a sovereign act of a loving, caring and creative God. Every person on this earth is a person of great value. Every person on this earth has something to contribute to society.

Every person on earth has been called by God to help

make this world a better place for all people.

The greatest need in today’s society is the spiritual gift of discernment– the ability to see others as God sees them, the wisdom to identify their strengths, the eagerness to do what we can to help them excel and the readiness to step aside and let them lead in places where their gifts and abilities are more suited to the task at hand than are ours.

When that gift is fully functional in us, it will enable us to welcome everyone we meet into our lives just as they are and to accept them just as God accepted us. And when this attitude of acceptance dominates our thinking, there will be no room for any feelings of racism, bias or prejudice.

Instead, we will feel a deep inner urge to work together with everyone we meet to create a fertile environment in which all people can achieve their God-given potential. And that will make this world a better place for all of us.

‘The book of joy’

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t arrived in the mail, a plain brown wrapper, taped to heck and gone. It was obvious by the size and shape that the gift was a book. The post mark assured me that the contents were going to be enlightening. All true. “‘Lasting Happiness in a Changing World– The Book of Joy– His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu with Douglas Abrams.”

Page after page there was a quote, a phrase, a turn of a phrase that needed to be highlighted. Written in a light-hearted style– quote from Abrams: “It sounds like a joke: A Buddhist, a Christian and a Jew walk into a bar...”

It has been one of my goals to live with joy, not always happiness, for they are two quite different emotions, but deep, abiding joy.

“Joy is much bigger than happiness. While happiness is often seen as being dependent on external

HOMEBODIES Rita Friesen circumstances, joy is not.”

-Archbishop Tutu.

There have been many times in my own life when the visible external circumstances should smother happiness and joy. And, yes, the happiness vanished, but the joy, the rejoicing in the gift of life and love, that remained, and remains.

It is comforting to read that these two great men, spiritual men, still choose to cultivate joy, recognize joy.

Neither man claims to be a saint, their own lives have been fraught with pain, turmoil and displacement.

“Suffering is inevitable, they said, but how we respond to that suffering is our choice.”

Our world is changing, quick ly. The poor are

poorer and the rich are richer. There are many more of the first and a mere percentage of the rich.

There are the hungry and homeless, and yet our technology is highly developed worldwide. “The problem is that our world and our education remain focused exclusively on external, materialistic values. We are not concerned enough with our inner values.” Material values can not give us peace of mind.

At the time of the writing of this book, the Dalai Lama had been in exile for some 56 years, and acknowledging the loss of a homeland, went on to say, “So, personally, I prefer the last five years of refugee life. It’s more useful, more

opportunity to learn, to experience life.” From one view it was sad, and from another it was an opportunity for growth and therefore wonderful. Yikes! I have had countless opportunities for growth. May I have profited from them.

I admit that I frequently read the last chapter of a book first, if I don’t like how it ends, I’m not reading hundreds of pages! For this book, I know I will like the ending, but checked out some of the final chapters first anyway. The closing section of the book is entitled: “The Eight Pillars of Joy: Perspective, Humility, Humour, Acceptance, Forgiveness, Gratitude, Compassion and Generosity.” I think, by and large, that my 74 years as an earth walker have taught me many of those attributes. I did want to double check on one, humour, for the ability to laugh at oneself is a gift to be shared. I got a pretty good grade on that one as well!

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Observation

By Addy Oberlin hat is important in our life? For some people, it might be our health, others might rather have a f luent bank account. Maybe we are striving for a good relationship with our children or other members of our family.

When we look around us, we can see what misunderstanding can lead to. Would it not be nice if everybody in the world would get along with one another? Well, dream on. That will never happen. However, I know that when I open my bible of devotional book, I can say, “Hey, I agree with that,” or “I wished I had seen that before.”

There is a program on TV where they print Scripture verses on the screen, accompanied by soft music.

It ref lects the truth and reality that the Bible teaches us. We can see where David calls out in agony and the Lord answers Him. “Have mercy upon me , O Lord, for I am weak” (Psalm 6:2). “The Lord has heard my supplication” (verse 9). Psalm 9:1 says, “I will praise Thee, O Lord.” The Lord is with us at all times, if we let Him.

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Readers of the Neepawa Banner & Press in some communities might have noticed a delay in the delivery of their Feb. 14 paper. An outage on Canada Post’s website has meant that across Canada, commercial customers like the Banner were unable to complete the forms and tags needed to send papers through the postal service. The problem began on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Banner & Press staff worked for four days, from Tuesday to Friday, and had endless phone calls with Canada Post technological and customer support. Canada Post could not fix the problem until Tuesday, Feb. 18.

Papers distributed through community boxes went out as usual. Mailing for papers to Gladstone, Minnedosa, McCreary, Erickson, Austin, Woodside, Ste. Rose, Brookdale, Wellwood and Polonia was completed before the outage and went out as normal.

With no resolution by Friday, Feb. 14, papers were driven to the post offices in Plumas and Carberry. By Tuesday, Feb. 18, the site was back up and the rest of the papers were able to be sent out. The site is only partially functional— problems remain when it comes to allocating the number of boxes in each community.

Remember, you can always read the paper for free, in its entirety, at www.mywestman.ca

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Central School memories

By Rick Sparling Neepawa Banner & Press

Marj Goodwin told me of an event that involved one of the students in her Grade 4 class.

Apparently, one of the students used some profane language and the teacher, Miss Bombing, took him into the washroom and proceeded to wash his mouth out with soap. I have heard of those types of threats before, but this one actually took place. I’m betting he was cured!

Roy McGilvray [not to be confused with Roy McGillivray, former mayor of Neepawa] was in Wes McAmmond’s Grade 8 class and one day, when Miss Kellington was away sick, Wes took over both classes (7&8).

His office was just outside of the Grade 8 classroom and he just got all of the students from that class to line up in a row and one by one, they entered to receive one very single light strap until everyone got one. It was rumoured that some of the boys went back for

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Roy recalls the Boy Scouts met in the basement at Central. There was also a big auditorium on the top floor for opening and closing ceremonies and minor sports. Friends who lived close to the school often would hang out there. He does think that high school became more serious and there wasn’t as much fun involved as was in the earlier years. From all of the stories I have heard about Wes McAmmond’s use of the strap, I don’t feel as though he enjoyed the ex-

perience. It was mentioned that he would turn on the PA system and whack the desk. That might be the deterent for others to behave themselves.

Richard Wesley “Wes” McAmmond (1910-2005).

Educator, coach.

Born at Winnipeg on 9 December, 1910, son of John McAmmond and Katherine O’Bryan, he attended Central Normal School and taught at the Neepawa Central School (1935-1941), becoming its teaching-principal (1941-1954). He was also involved in managing and coaching local sports teams. In 1954, he became supervising principal until 1957, when he left Neepawa to teach at the Manitoba Teachers’ College and later the Faculty of Education at the University of Manitoba. He volunteered for over a decade with Meals on Wheels, was President of the Mentors’ Club, the Neepawa Lions Club, and the organist at Harrow United Church. He died, unmarried, at Winnipeg on 14 September, 2005.

2019 Neepawa Christmas Dinner deemed a success

By Cassandra Wehrhahn

Neepawa Banner & Press

It’s been made official– the 2019 installation of the Neepawa Christmas Dinner was a success. The committee held their year end meeting on Feb. 12, 2020, after their initial meeting was postponed due to unfavourable weather.

The committee’s main concern from the 2019 event, committee co-chair Cheryl Beaumont noted, was with attendance. While count came in at 130, the concern stems from the fact that only 60 of those attendants pre-registered.

Though the committee does not turn away walk-ins, the pre-registration is what the committee relies on to gauge interest and how much food will be needed.

“We had lots of extra food so that we could feed the volunteers, but would appreciate people signing up

if possible,” said Beaumont.

“If people have allergies, we could accommodate better if we knew about these needs beforehand.”

Diving into the financial details, Beaumont noted that a grand total of $3,252.50 was collected from cash donations– a little more than $700 coming from the dinner participants.

Operational costs were kept down this year, due to the community’s generous food donations and a grocery voucher from the Co-op, leaving a total of $2,250 after expenses and setting aside funds for 2020. This sum is to be dispersed to a number of groups in Neepawa and area, and is split as follows: • Neepawa Legion, $1,000 to support purchase of a new stove.

• Neepawa Area Collegiate

Institute’s HOPE group, $250.

• Salvation Army, $250.

• Handy Van, $250 • Community meals program, $250.

• Men’s Shed, $250.

“Our group was thrilled to be able to pay our bills, have money set aside for next year, and know that we could support other groups that provide others with food and/or fellowship,” said Beaumont.

In her final remarks, Beaumont expressed gratitude for those who supported the event, stating, “A big thank-you to everyone who made this event possible and we look forward to planning a Christmas dinner for 2020.”

The group’s next meeting is being planned for September.

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This year, we celebrate 150 years as a Canadian province. So for the balance of the year, I will delve into some of our past history and try to relate it to the food of the times. For several reasons, this may be challenging at times. Some of our history is not “romantic” and some of our influential people are not spoken of in flattering terms. As well, in periods of our history, food was scarce and few choices were available. At the table, there were no children saying, “I don’t like this,” after being served boiled wheat or rabbit stew three times a day for weeks on end. I will, however, try my best to keep my historical information without error.

Manitoba is called one of the three Prairie Provinces, but it is far from a prairie. It has a widely varied landscape with a prairie/grain belt, wooded parkland, granite Canadian Shield, a desert, tundra and several mountain ranges, although we tend not to brag about the height of our mountain ranges. We are also the only prairie province to have a saltwater coastline. Spruce Woods Provincial Park is home to a desert-like area known as Spirit Sands, with 30 m high sand dunes and home to the northern prairie skink, the western hognose snake and two species of cacti. The best place in the world to see the aurora borealis is in the town of Churchill, on the edge of Hudson Bay. Churchill is also known as the Polar Bear Capital of the World for being the most accessible place to view polar bears in the wild. Of course, with our 100,000 lakes, we are the perfect place to enjoy “lake life”. There are many beautiful sandy beaches for the sun seekers, plenty of fish for the fisherman and lots of shaded woods for the campers to park and play. In summertime, you can golf the day away with more than 120 public and private golf courses. Winter months, you can curl, since Manitoba has more curling clubs than Ontario and Quebec combined and as a result, it is often referred to as the “Curling Capital of the World”.

Did you know that Manitoba is the “heart” of Canada? Our province is the longitudinal centre of Canada. At one time, our licence plates used to boast about our 100,000 lakes, but now we boast about our “friendly province.” There are more than 200 different ethnic groups of people living in our province. Since the late 1800s, Manitoba has welcomed immigrants from all parts of the world and continues to do so. Based on the 2011 census, the top languages spoken here are: English, German, French, Tagalog (Filipino), Cree, Ukrainian, Chinese, Punjabi, Spanish and Ojibway. Year round, you can enjoy the many festivals held around the province. In Winnipeg for two weeks straight, you can enjoy food and culture from around the world. Folklorama is the world’s largest multicultural festival. Dauphin has the Ukrainian Festival; Gimli has the Icelandic Festival; in winter, Winnipeg celebrates the Festival du Voyageur; there are many Powwows to attend and so much more.

Our recipe today is pure Manitoban. Once a chief food source for many Indigenous peoples, wild rice grows naturally in Northern Manitoba. Manitoba sells about 25 per cent of Canada’s wild rice. Often called Jackfish in Manitoba, the northern pike can be found in almost every river and lake in Manitoba and is one of the most common fish found here. Wild rice and Jackfish are paired together today to make a nourishing soup.

Jackfish wild rice soup 4 Tbsp. butter 3 celery ribs, thinly sliced 2 carrots, thinly sliced 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 1/2 tsp. Mrs. Dash 1 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. pepper 1/4 cup flour 1 cup wild rice 2 litres chicken stock 1 bay leaf 1-2 lbs Jackfish, filleted and cut into pieces 1 cup heavy cream

In a large saucepan, melt the butter. Add the celery, carrots, onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally until the vegetables just start to soften, about 10 minutes.

Mix the Mrs. Dash, salt and pepper in with the flour. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring until evenly coated and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.

Stir in the chicken stock, bay leaf and wild rice and simmer for 35 minutes. Add the fish pieces, making sure all the bones are removed. Simmer gently and cook until rice is tender, about 10-15 minutes longer. Remove bay leaf, stir in cream and serve.

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110 years ago, Tuesday, February 22, 1910 40 below zero yesterday.

100 years ago, Friday, February 20, 1920 Jas. Oliver, a Portage Plains pioneer, is dead.

J u d g e Wa l k e r, a Winnipeg pioneer, died this week aged 85.

90 years ago, Friday, Friday, 1930 A trade between Canada and Newfoundland awaits approval of the island legislature.

80 years ago, Tuesday, February 20, 1940 German sources are allowing word to reach Washington that the Nazi army may be forced for strategic and trade reasons to attempt to take over the Netherlands in the spring.

M aj or - G e n e r a l S i r Edward Winton, one of the inventors of war tanks, says that Germany is now turning out big, heavily armoured tanks equipped with flame-throwers and artillery in preparation for an assault on the Maginot Line.

70 years ago, Thursday, February 23, 1950 The largest meteorite ever found is located near Grootfontein, South-west Africa and its weight is estimated between 50 and 70 tons.

60 years ago, Friday, February 19, 1960 Neepawa Town Council Monday night ordered preparation of a by-law to authorize signing of an agreement with the M a n it ob a Te le phone

System for sounding fire alarms and the installation of 19 special phones in the homes of volunteer firemen and three town phones.

The phones will cost the town about $700 each year, in addition to an initial installation charge of $66.50, and will be used to notify firemen of fires.

Feb. 23– Neepawa’s new Town Council, at its first meeting held on Jan. 9, gave approval to a resolution f ixing the Secret a r y Trea surer’s salary at $55 “for the ensuing year.”

This might well have been an item contained in the columns of The Neepawa Press if it had been publishing when the first Council to take charge of the affairs of Neepawa following its incorporation as a Town held its inaugural meeting on January 9, 1884.

This is but one of the many interesting facts that come to light as one reads the minutes of that first Council– written in a clear, lucid hand in an old notebook that is now slightly frayed and dogeared, but almost as clear as it was 75 years ago.

The ancient record is amongst those currently being unearthed as the Town house cleans an attic full of papers in the Municipal Building…

One item uncovered during the housecleaning, w h ic h h a s a t t r a c t e d considerable attent ion amongst those concerned w ith the Town today, is a publication called Beaut i f u l Pla i ns Wa r Echoes. It was published by the Neepawa Chapter of the I.O.D.E. about 1920.

It contains pictures and brief accounts of residents of this area who served during World War I. There are also pictures of the prominent citizens and I.O.D.E. members of the day.

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Feb. 23 – Ne e paw a United Church was wellfilled Monday afternoon when friends and relatives gathered to pay their last respects to a former Mayor and Town Councillor, who had also been an active lay-worker in the church for more than half a century.

Robert Hezekiah Fusee was Mayor of Neepawa in 1932-33. He also served 12 years as a Town Councillor.

50 years ago, Thursday, February 19, 1970 Franklin– Can anyone top this for continuity of seed onions?

On ions wh ich have cont inued to g row in Manitoba for 88 years have been returned to Walton from where they were taken in 1881.

M r. and M rs. Fred Dunk, who moved from Toronto to Walton, Ont. last summer, were out west on a trip, and called on his relatives, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Banyard, of Neepawa.

During their visit, they d i scovered t hat M r s.

Banyard’s mother, the former Margaret McNab, had lived in the Walton area and had moved with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel McNab, to a farm south of Neepawa in 1881.

Among the supplies they took with them at that time were onion seeds grown in the garden at their home, which Mrs. Banyard recalls was a mile or so from Walton and six miles from Brussels, Ont. Now, Mr. and Mrs. Dunk took some of these onion seeds back with them and will plant them i n t hei r g a rden nex t spring, re-establishing an association with Walton Huron County soil after an interruption of 88 years.

Charlie also reminded Mrs. Banyard that her brother, William Sangster of Laurier, has shorthorn

cattle, descendants of the cattle grandfather Daniel McNab brought from Ontario in 1881.

M rs. Banyard’s last shorthorn of this same descent is now owned by Mr. Slade of Keyes, Man.

40 years ago, Thursday, February 21, 1980 P r e n d i v i l l e Wo o d Preservers of Neepawa is operating at its new location at the Neepawa A ir port at double the capacity of the same time last year at the former site on Mill St., according to manager Lawrence Prendiville. Production is expected to increase as much as three times in preparation for the spring.

30 years ago, Tuesday, February 20, 1990 S t u d e nt s a t H a z e l M. Kellington will be sharing their knowledge of environmental issues this week when the school holds its Learning Fair.

“We felt the environment is getting to be a popular issue and we really wanted to draw t he students’ attention to it, and maybe make the public a little more aware too,” said John Nelson, principal of HMK.

year. The pigeon problem in the attic was a major expense for 1999, but has been cleared up. The year 2000 will see the rebuilding of the west portion to make the home wheelchair accessible.

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5-600 lbs.

6-700 lbs.

7-800 lbs.

8-900 lbs.

900+ lbs.

Bulls

$2.66 - 2.71 $2.25 - 2.62 $1.94 - 2.44 $1.79 - 2.22 $1.55 - 1.98 $1.30 - 1.83 $1.56 - 1.76 $0.90 - 1.015

Heifers

3-400 lbs. $1.95 - 2.22 4-500 lbs. $1.50 - 2.23 5-600 lbs. $1.60 - 2.24 6-700 lbs. $1.63 - 1.96 7-800 lbs. $1.47 - 1.82 8-900 lbs. $1.27 - 1.77 $1.26 - 1.58 900+ lbs.

Cows $0.45 - 0.80 1,114 head sold

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Mrs. Janet Gingera pauses for a moment to flip through the Beautiful Plains War Echoes, published by the Neepawa Chapter of the I.O.D.E. following World War I. Gingera was employed by the Town of Neepawa in 1960 to catalogue an attic full of records dating back, at that time, over 75 years.

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‘Introspection’ brings colour and culture to ArtsForward

By Cassandra Wehrhahn outlet, her art growing from a hobby into an obsession.

Neepawa Banner & Press Born of mixed heritage It was time for a bit of re- and adopted and raised in flection at ArtsForward, in a landscape of white faces, Neepawa, on Feb. 13. That Wall has leaned toward day, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 capturing Afro-Caribbean p.m., an opening reception facial features– creating was held for their new ex- faces and bodies she can hibit, “Introspection”, by relate to in a positive way.

Abigail Wall. Those who In each of her works, Wall attended had a chance to showcases natural, black not only see Wall’s work, hair and accentuates feabut to meet the artist herself. tures she feels are beautiful, Wall is an emerging making them pop and putManitoban artist from ting an emphasis on people Winnipeg, who began simply being people, their painting as an emotional personal beauty, love and

more. In addition to this, Wall noted to the Banner & Press that she’s always interested in how others view each of her pieces.

“I want to know how it makes people feel. There isn’t a specific emotion I aim for when I paint,” said Wall. “I’m always interested in other people’s take.”

Many of the works on display at ArtsForward are a combination of acrylic and ink, Wall’s favourite medium to work with.

“Introspection” will be on display until Feb. 28.

Opening hearts and minds with music

Continued from Page 3 Another cornerstone– perhaps the most important– in the band’s goal to bridge gaps and educate, is working with youth. Throughout their career, Chelsey and Jaaji have collaborated with school boards across the country to further education initiatives surrounding reconciliation, providing music and spoken presentations on cultural awareness. This tour is no different– Twin Flames will be hosting youth workshops in Pinawa and Minnedosa.

Both Chelsey and Jaaji consider the youth as the future, in all senses, which is what makes this component so important.

“Educating youth firsthand on Indigenous issues and historical parts of Canada’s history that are still pretty hidden is really important to us– so that there’s a greater understanding and that those stereotypes on Indigenous people will hopefully one day no longer exist,” Chelsey enthused. “I think, when we go into any school and give presentations, it’s kind of like storytelling and songs– so the kids are able to connect to the stories, have them reinforced through the songs and hear songs in Eng-

lish, French and Inuktitut.

It’s opening their hearts and minds, I think, to being more open minded to all cultures, because that’s really what Canada is– a meeting place for people to come and make their roots from all over the world and join Indigenous peoples on this land.”

In addition to these factors, Jaaji shared a page from his youth, stating, “I remember appreciating the fact that people would come to our school from somewhere and showcase what their talents were, and to also show that they do give a damn. Looking forward, today, we see hockey stars, movie stars, people of political background that are trying to make this place a better place and it’s very needed. Especially now.”

Career highlights Reflecting on the past six years, the duo shared highlights of their career– including the awards they’ve won (2 time Canadian Folk Music Award recipient for Aboriginal Songwriters of the Year, 3 time Native American Music Award winners); and writing UNESCO’s official song– “Human”– to celebrate the international year of Indigenous languages in

2019. “It was a really amazing experience and it has really helped us to further connect with, not just nationally but internationally, and get the word across about how important Indigenous languages are,” Chelsey expressed.

That’s not all. Jaaji stated that simply being able to do what they do full time, and to go to the places they’ve been able to go to, is a highlight all its own.

“Just in 2019 alone, we starred in an interview off in Paris– not in Ontario but in France– and we’d flown to Los Angeles from there.

Then we ended up having a few showcases that brought us down to Australia and the States– but also seeing our beautiful country,” said Jaaji. “Not just west to east, but also north and south.”

In their closing thoughts, Jaaji and Chelsey noted that, after performing at showcases for the Manitoba Arts Network and in Flin Flon and Snow Lake last year, this tour feels like a homecoming.

“We’re really looking forward to this tour. Manitoba has been really good to us in our six years of doing this and we really appreciate going back,” said Jaaji.

PHOTOS BY CASSANDRA WEHRHAHN

Left: Winnipeg artist Abigail Wall stands with a couple of her works that are currently on display at ArtsForward.

Above: “Splatter”, made with acrylic and ink on canvas.

Right: “Coffee Girl 1”, made with acrylic on canvas.

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Farmers/Clippers NACI Tigers finish off split weekend games regular season

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

Cartwright Clippers goaltender Troy Chandler stopped 60 shots on Sunday, Feb. 16, helping to power his team to a 3-1 win over the Neepawa Farmers.

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press The Neepawa Farmers fired 61 shots on goal, but could only put many past Cartwright Clippers goaltender Troy Chandler on Sunday, Feb. 16, in a 3-1 loss. While Neepawa dominated this game, the team just couldn’t convert that performance into a victory in this best-of-five Tiger Hills Hockey League (THHL) playoff series.

Chandler didn’t do it all for Cartwright though, as teammate Bryce Enns tallied a pair of goals and an assist, pushing the Clippers onward to the W. Drew Haight had the other goal for the Clippers, while Jesse Enns had three assists.

As for Neepawa, Robby Moar was the only one who was able to find a way to score, notching a goal midway through the third period. As for the other chances

that just aren’t to be for the Farmers, there were two very notable opportunities in the second period that just didn’t go their way.

At 13:42, Neepawa nearly scored, but the play was whistled dead after officials lost sight of puck in the crease. Then with 8:51 left in the second, there was another chance that barely stayed out of the net.

Fortunately for Neepawa, they were able put together a much better offensive effort in a game two days earlier in Cartwright, snagging a 4-2 win. In that game, Moar, along with Garett Rempel, Daylon Creasy and Riley Kolesar, scored to give Neepawa the game one win.

These teams will play game three in Cartwright on Friday, Feb. 21. Game four returns to Neepawa’s Yellowhead Centre on Sunday, Feb. 23. The start time is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Game five, if needed, will be played on Feb. 25 in Cartwright.

MacGregor lead Gladstone in THHL playoff series 2-1

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

The MacGregor Wild are one game away from advancing to the next round of the Tiger Hills Hockey League (THHL) playoffs.

As of Wednesday, Feb. 19, the Wild lead their best-of-five Eastern Div-

ision semi-f ina l ser ies against the Gladstone Lakers two-games-to-one.

MacGregor made it to this position, by beating Gladstone in overtime on Saturday, Feb. 15, by the score of 5-4. Then on Feb. 17, they followed it up with a 9-7 victory back at home.

The Lakers had won game

one in this series, back on Friday, Feb. 14, defeating MacGregor 4-2.

Game four of this series will be played in Gladstone on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 8:00 p.m. Game five, if needed, will take place on Sunday, Feb. 23 in MacGregor.

Game time for that showdown would be at 4:00 p.m.

League playoffs and Provincials With these most recent results, the NACI Tigers closed out the WHSHL regular season with a 5-152-1 record. That put the Tigers in fifth place within their division and 17th over-

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all in the 20 team league, forcing them into a league wildcard game on Monday, Feb. 17. This was a one game showdown with the 16th ranked Crocus Plains Plainsmen with a spot in the playoffs ultimately on the line. The Tigers would end up blanking Crocus Plains 4-0. That victory puts NACI into a best-ofthree series against either Swan Valley Tigers or GCB Wildcats. The start date on

that showdown has not yet been announced.

Meanwhile, in the Provincial qualifier, which is a different playoff format entirely from the League Championship, the Tigers will play the Crocus Plains Plainsmen on Friday, Feb. 21. The winner of that game will then take on either the Dauphin Clippers or the Sandy Bay/Gladstone Badgers the next day.

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The regular season in the Westman High School Hockey League has come to a close for the Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute (NACI) Tigers. The club played a pair of games over the weekend, including a 3-2 win over the MinnedosaErickson Chancellors on Friday, Feb. 14 at the Yellowhead Centre.

Shane Byram, Ayden Atkey and Brandt Sellman scored for the Tigers, while Carter Hedley scored both goals for the Chancellors.

For this matchup, the NACI Tigers wore commemorative pink jerseys as part of the first ever Tigers Fight Cancer night. As a part of the festivities, all the proceeds from the game will be given to a Neepawa based cancer care initiative.

The next night, the Tigers played in Glenboro against the GCB Wildcats. In this game, GCB would win in overtime 4-3. Byram scored twice for Neepawa, while Cody Lamb picked up the other goal.

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MJHL Standings

(To Wednesday, Feb. 19)

Team

1. x - Steinbach Pistons 2. x - Portage Terriers 3. x - Winkler Flyers 4. x - Swan Valley Stampeders 5. x - Virden Oil Capitals 6. x - Wayway Wolverines 7. x - Dauphin Kings 8. Selkirk Steelers 9. Winnipeg Blues 10. OCN Blizzard 11. Neepawa Natives x - Secured playoff spot.

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Game results Saturday, Feb. 15 Selkirk 4-3 OT Neepawa

First period 06:06 NEEP Gudnason (11) ASST: Marshall (12), Lapointe (15) 13:11 Morrison (5) ASST: Carlson (10) 14:56 SELK Ostermann (10) ASST: Wigestrand (23), Burr (24) Second period 05:08 NEEP Carlson (7) ASST: Gillies (7) 14:54 SELK Tyhy (1) ASST: Krywy (21), Pochipinski (22) Third period 10:44 SELK Pochipinski (17) ASST: Gault (20), Piwniuk (23) Overtime 00:51 Carlson (8) ASST: Smith (15), Gillies (8) Scoring 1 2 3 OT Total PP SLK 1 1 1 0 3 0/3 2 1 0 1 4 0/1 NEEP Goaltenders NEEP- Davis 38/41 saves (W).

SLK - Deboer 21/25 saves (L).

Attendance: 347 at Selkirk Complex

Monday, Feb. 17

Portage 3-1 Neepawa First period 04:38 NEEP Goertzen (1) Unassited PP 15;12 PORT Barley (20) ASST: Piller (22), Murray (18) Second period No scoring Third period 14:30 PORT Henry (11) ASST: Wiesblatt (3), Shindle (24) 19:17 PORT Morrisseau (15) Unassited EN Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP PORT 1 0 2 3 0/3 1 0 0 1 1/4 NEEP Goaltenders NEEP- Davis 30/32 saves (L).

PORT - Giesbrecht 23/24 saves (W).

Attendance: 824 at Stride Place

Club 55 Bowling Feb. 14: Ladies’ High Single & Triple: Carole LeBoutillier 203 & 532. Men’s High Single: Doug Pettigrew 254. Men’s High Triple: Len Pritchard 623. Other Scores to Note: Barb Grumpelt 163, 172; Len Pritchard 206, 166, 251; Don Denoon 169, 152, 209; Lawrence Smith 233, 179, 204; Muriel Porada 150; Doug Pettigrew 179; Frank Porada 154, 154, 152; Jim King 175, 168; Ellen Grudeski 168; Darrell Gabler 159, 235; Carole LeBoutillier 165, 164; Bev Chapski 169, 152; Phyllis Mauthe 174; Gail McGregor 159; Doreen Smith 181, 152; Vicky Bugg 175.

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L OT/SO PF

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1. Mikol Sartor (Wpg) 2. Grady Hobbs (Daup) 3. Nakodan Greyeyes (Daup) 4. Hunter Cloutier (Vdn)

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16 12 0.892 2.96

5. L. Mitchell (Stein)

20 21 0.911 3.07

3. M. Foucher (Swan) 22 15 0.916 2.81

Minimum 25 games played in the MJHL season

THHL Playoffs East Semi Final

Cartwright vs. Neepawa

Feb. 14: Neepawa 4-2 Cartwright Feb. 16: Cartwright 3-1 Neepawa

Feb. 21: Cartwright 0-0 Neepawa Feb. 23: Cartwright at Neepawa

*Feb. 25: Neepawa at Cartwright Series tied 1-1

MacGregor vs. Gladstone

Feb. 14: Gladstone 4-2 MacGregor Feb. 15: MacGregor 5-4 OT Gladstone

Feb. 17: MacGregor 9-7 Gladstone Feb. 22: MacGregor 0-0 Gladstone *Feb. 23: MacGregor 0-0 Gladstone MacGregor leads series 2-1

West Semi Final

Boissevain vs. Wawanesa

Feb. 15: Boissevain 9-2 Wawanesa Feb. 16: Boissevain 9-1 Wawanesa

Feb. 19: Boissevain 0-0 Wawanesa *Feb. 21: Boissevain 0-0 Wawanesa *Feb. 22: Boissevain 0-0 Wawanesa Boissevain lead series 2-0 Killarney vs. Hartney

Feb. 17:Killarney 9-2 Hartney

Feb. 20:Killarney 0-0 Hartney Feb. 21:Killarney 0-0 Hartney

*Feb. 24:Killarney 0-0 Hartney

*Feb. 25:Killarney 0-0 Hartney Killarney lead series 1-0 * If necessary

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

Trailing 4-0 after 20 minutes of play, it would have been very easy for the Neepawa Natives to simply pack it in and call it a night against the Dauphin Kings on Wednesday, Feb. 12. But instead, the team decided to play its best, most complete two periods of hockey in quite some time, powering them to a surprising 6-4 win.

For the f irst period, the Dauphin Kings were simply better, scoring the game’s first four goals and holding an 18-2 shots on goal advantage. During the first intermission within the Natives’ dressing room, however, forward Brad Marshall, who ended up scoring a hat trick on the night, noted they simply had enough.

“We had some leaders step up and get a little bit emotional in the [dressing] room. They just said ‘Boys, we have nine games left here. Nine games are going to start tonight and we can’t do what we just did

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Natives’ forward Bradley Marshall (#15) celebrates one of the three goals he scored against the Dauphin Kings on Wednesday, Feb. 12, in Neepawa’s 6-4 win at the Yellowhead Centre.

in that first period. Let’s go out there, pretend it’s a 0-0 game. Come out flying, hit ‘em hard and just keep shooting.’ The bounces just started going our way after that and we didn’t give up,” said Marshall.

Marshall led by example on the ice by scoring the first two goals of the game for Neepawa in the second period. His two goals, along with one from Benoit Mowbray all happened within a 1:05 minute span, turning the Yellowhead Centre from a morgue into a madhouse.

That led to a 4-3 score heading into the final 20 minutes

of regulation. Neepawa ended up leading the shots on goal in the second period 14-9, a solid turnaround from the lopsidedness of the first period.

Natives head coach/ general manager Ken Pearson said that there was a tremendous effort from all the players.

“We were a lot more disciplined. In the f irst [period], we were lazy and took a few penalties that put us on our heels and got us into trouble,” said Pearson.

“Second and third, though, different story. When we go on the attack, we have to at-

tack the net and that’s what they did on a couple of those goals tonight. It’s all [the players], they worked hard out there and they turned it around. Played a smart game and were rewarded for their efforts.”

The third period was more of the same, with three more goals from Neepawa, including Marshall’s third of the night and 14th of the season. Corbin Mariash and Will Highet had the other goals for Neepawa in the period, to ensure the 6-4 win.

Continued on Page 14

Bradley Marshall receives POTW honours

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

The recent stellar play

by Neepawa Natives forward Bradley Marshall has been noticed on a league wide level, as he has been named one of the MJHL’s stars of the week. The 20-year-old, who hails from Ste. Rose du Lac, registered f ive points in three games for Neepawa, including a hat-trick against the Dauphin Kings on Wednesday, Feb. 12.

The other MJHL stars of the week were Portage

Brookdale Mixed Bonspiel

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Call Kelly 204-476-0688 Shelley 204-354-2180

3 on 3 Hockey *weather permitting

Entry $120 (includes roast beef supper Saturday) Call Doug 204-841-3117 Matthew 204-841-5046

Terriers forward Koby Mor r isseau, who had seven points in t hree

games, and Mikol Sartor, of the Winnipeg Blues, who accumulated eight

points over the course of three games.

Neepawa Natives Junior “A”

Hockey team Neepawa Natives home games February 22 at 7:30 vs Dauphin Kings Wings night at the Yellowhead Come out and enjoy wings and a drink at the game!

February 26 at 7:30 vs Portage Terriers February 28 at 7:30 vs Waywayseecappo Wolverines Fan Appreciation night February 29 - Annual Team Awards Banquet at Yellowhead Hall • Raffle Table • 50/50 • Season tickets on sale • Auction Sale Tickets: $40 at the Home Games and the Neepawa Banner March 27, 28 & 29 - Spring Camp March 29 - Cash Lottery Draw 2:00 pm at Spring Camp

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Knox Presbyterian Church.

Shrove Tuesday. Pancake lunch. February 25, 2020 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $9.00.

Pancakes, sausages, fruit salad. 329 1st Ave.

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Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the Neepawa Hospital boardroom (downstairs), Thursdays, 7:30 pm _____________________ Drug problem? Narcotics Anonymous can help. Meetings on Sat at 7 p.m. and Tues at 7 p.m. at Calvary Chapel, 221 Hamilton St. Neepawa

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Crisis Pregnancy Centre Winnipeg: Need to talk? Call our free help line, 1-800-6650570 or contact our Westman office: 204-727-6161

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We are looking for permanent part time position dental help at our Erickson dental office. 18-19 /hr (female receptionist). Full training will be provided . Kindly send resume at : ameu2021@ yahoo.ca Call 204-963-8865

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Wanted used kitchen cupboards in good shape. Levi Weber Box 390 Gladstone, MB R0J 0T0. Off hwy 16, north on 260, first yard on west side.

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Meyers Auctions & Appraisals. Call Brad at 368-2333. www.meyersauctions.com

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Roofing equipment for sale.

All you need to start: new side rails, 5 elec guns, new hoist, boxes of nails, 2 wheel barrows, harnesses, hard hats, shovels, scrapers, blower, 40 rolls black paper, boxes of tin and a lot more. Must sell due to illness. Cheap. $1500 firm.

Call Leona at 204-243-2474.

NW of Portage, 46 km or 28 miles.

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1200 sq. ft. two bedroom apt. at 236 Mountain Ave. NS, NP, prefer 55 plus. $950 per month plus water and hydro.

For more info, call 967-2157 or 476-4682 or 841-1612 _____________________ Apartment for rent. Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-2125014 _____________________ Churchill Block apt for rent.

Available immediately. Text or leave message. 204476-0263.

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TRAILER RENTALS: cargo, dump, equipment, auto, livestock/horse. FORK LIFT TELEPORT 729-8989

–––––––––– For Sale or Rent

Storage vans (semi trailers) for rent or sale. Anderson's 204-385-2685, 204-3852997 Gladstone.

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Budget Tire Co. We buy and sell good used tires.

726-8199, Brandon

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TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION Special thanks to our January 27, 2020 AGM Sponsors: Event Sponsors: Neepawa Gladstone Co-op, Hylife and Neepawa Tourism.

Wine Sponsors: MNP, R.M. of Rosedale.

General Sponsors: B.P. Community Foundation, Bay Hill Inns & Suites, Westway Inn, RBC, Giant Tiger, Stride Credit Union, CIBC, Farmery Estate Brewing, BMO, Neepawa Shop Easy.

Your continued support is gratefully appreciated.

We also thank Scott Dyke for hosting our event, special guest speaker Linda Whitfield from Travel Manitoba, What’s the Big Idea winner Merycel Morales presenting House of Higantes Food Products and Congratulations to our 2019 Business of the Year winner: Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op.

Obituary Phyllis Louise Patterson

Kindergarten Registration for the 2020 Fall Term will be held during the regular school hours between March 2 and March 27, 2020 at the following schools: Alonsa School Tele # 204-767-2168 Glenella School Tele # 204-352-4253 Ste. Rose School Tele # 204-447-2088 McCreary School Tele # 204-835-2083 We are once again proud to offer a Full-Time Kindergarten Program. All children born on or before December 31, 2015 are eligible to register.

To register you will need to bring your child’s Manitoba Health PHIN# and one of the following: Birth Certificate, Baptismal certificate, Certificate of live birth, Health card or Statutory declaration.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call your school today.

Phyllis “Louise” Patterson (nee Budd) passed away on February 14, 2020 at Fairview Personal Care Home, Brandon, MB, at the age of 79.

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION

Louise was born on January 1, 1941, to parents Ethel Bland and James Budd, on the farm near Glenella, MB. Louise moved with her family to Plumas, MB, to a tiny house with no electricity or running water at the age of ten, when her Dad passed away in 1951. She attended Plumas Elementary School with three of her brothers.

École Laurier French Immersion Inscription à la maternelle Kindergarten Registration

Louise married Douglas “Lloyd” Patterson, her husband for 40 years, and they farmed for many years at Helston, MB. She loved the outdoors and was a full partner with Lloyd working on the farm. It was said that “Lloyd and Louise made a great team”. Louise may not always have agreed with Lloyd at first, but she always did what he wanted. She had a large garden and enjoyed preserving fruits, jams and making her special pickles while baking great homemade bread.

Louise is survived by daughter Teresa Mae and grandchildren Jarett and Bailey of Vancouver; niece Darlene (Len) Perrett of Arden, many nieces and nephews and the Patterson Clan. She was predeceased by her husband Lloyd in 1998; parents; infant children Brian, John Allan and Karen. Louise was the last surviving sibling of the family of eight; Irene, Rita, Jeannette, Alvin, Melvin, Wilfred and Archie.

Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the Gladstone United Church with Interment at the Gladstone Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gladstone Legion Branch #110, Gladstone, MB R0J 0T0 or to the Alzheimer’s Society of Manitoba, 108B Saskatchewan Ave E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0L1.

Clarke’s Funeral Home, Gladstone~MacGregor www.clarkesfuneralhome.com

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L’inscription à la maternelle à temps plein aura lieu du 2 mars au 27 mars, 2020.

Tous les enfants qui sont nés avant le 31 décembre, 2015 sont admissibles. Veuillez apporter à l’école, votre carte d’immatriculation ainsi qu’un des suivants : le certificat de naissance de votre enfant, le certificat de baptême, une déclaration de naissance vivante ou une déclaration solennelle.

Nous sommes une école d`immersion française, la pré-maternelle à la 8ième année, et nous offrons une excellente éducation dans les deux langues officielles.

Full Time French Immersion Kindergarten registration will take place from March 2nd to March 27th, 2020.

All children born on or before December 31st, 2015 are eligible to register. To register you will need to bring in your child’s Manitoba Health PHIN# and one of the following: Birth Certificate, Baptismal certificate, Certificate of live birth, Health card or Statutory declaration. We are a Jr. K-8 French Immersion school and provide an excellent education in both official languages. École Laurier Laurier, Manitoba 204-447-2068

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HBH Angus Farms Cattleman's Connection Bull & Female Sale March 6, 1:00pm at Heartland Livestock, Brandon, MB. Offering powerful Black Angus bulls sired by exclusive breed leading sires, and a group of elite females. For more information or a catalogue, contact Neil Carson 204-773-6927, Darcy Heapy 204-365-7755 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-2205006. View the catalogue online at www.BuyAgro.com.

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JP Cattle Co. with guests Stewart Cattle Co. Annual Simmental & Angus Bull & Female Sale Thursday March 5, 2020 1:00pm on the farm at McAuley, MB. Selling Simmental & Angus bulls, as well as commercial bred heifers. For more information or a catalogue, contact Glenn (204) 851 5669, Eric (306)434 8567, Brent (204)773 2356 or T Bar C Cattle Co. (306) 220-5006.

View the catalogue online at www.BuyAgro.com. Watch and bid online at www.DLMS. ca (PL#116061)

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TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING 2020 / 2021 BUDGET The Turtle River School Division invites residents, Municipal Councilors, parents, parent council members and Staff to the following Budget Consultation meeting:

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Auction Sales McSherry Auctions 12 Patterson Dr. , Stonewall, MB

Estate & Moving

Sat Feb 22nd @ 10 AM

Military Auction Along with Regular Estate & Moving

Sat Feb 29th @ 10 AM

Spring Gun Auction

Sat March 28th @ 9:30 AM Vintage Service Station & Coca Cola Sign Sale

Sun April 5th @ 10 AM

Consignments Welcome!

Call For Free Consultations on 2020 Farm Sales!

(204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027 www.mcsherryauction.com

Notice You are invited to attend The

MUNICIPALITY OF WESTLAKE-GLADSTONE 2020 Financial Plan Public Hearing Thursday March 26, 2020 7:30 pm

Division Office – McCreary March 4, 2020 7:00 pm

at the Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Council Chambers

The purpose of this meeting will be to review the 2020/2021 Preliminary Budget and to have an open discussion on opportunities being considered by the Board.

At this time the Council will present the proposed 2020 Financial Plan. The presentation will provide an overview of the proposed financial plan followed by a forum for questions and comments from the public. The purpose of the hearing is to allow any interested person to make a representation, ask questions or register an objection.

Copies of the proposed financial plan are available upon request at the municipal office, 14 Dennis St. East in Gladstone, MB during regular business hours after March 19th. Questions and remarks may also be directed in writing to Coralie Smith, Chief Administrative Officer or through email at info@westlake-gladstone.ca.

Please follow our website trsd.ca and twitter for more information as it becomes available Karey Wilkinson, Chairperson

NOTICE OF ELECTION MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH CYPRESS-LANGFORD Notice is hereby given that a vote of Municipality of North Cypress-Langford will be taken to elect Ward 3 Councillor from the following duly nominated candidates: For the office of Ward 3Councillor: 1. Clyde McCallum 2. Jolene Balciunas VOTING PLACES Voting places will be open for voting on the Wednesday, 4th day of March, 2020 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at Good Neighbours Drop In Centre, 421 McNaughton Ave, Brookdale, Manitoba IDENTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO VOTE. A person may be required to produce one piece of government issued photo identification (for example - driver’s license or passport) or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity.

ADVANCE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on election day, an advance voting opportunity will be located at 316 Fourth Avenue, Carberry Manitoba and will be open February 27, 2020 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

Consultation with our community is an important component of the Municipality’s budget process. Council encourages you to attend.

(In accordance with subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act) Coralie Smith, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone February 13, 2020

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Help Wanted Jarvis Trucking Ltd, Gladstone, MB.

Class 1 drivers & Owner Operators Operating super B grain hoppers, prairie provinces only.

Contact Steve, 204-385-3048 or 204-871-5139 Email kjarvisfarms@gmail.com

invites applications for a

full time Educational Assistant at J.M. Young School in Eden This position is (5.75 hours per day) with an additional 30 minutes of outdoor noon duty.

Previous applicants must submit a new cover letter and resume.

This Educational Assistant position will commence on a mutually agreed upon date.

Successful candidates must complete a Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check.

Inquiries may be made to Rhonda Dickenson at 476-2388 or email rdickenson@bpsd.mb.ca Send application/resume including references by NOON, Tuesday, February 25, 2020 to: Rhonda Dickenson Coordinator of Student Services Beautiful Plains School Division Box 700 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 TEL: (204) 476-2388 FAX: (204) 476-3606 EMAIL: bpsd@bpsd.mb.ca Only those selected for a short list will be contacted.

Others are thanked for their interest now.

SEASONAL & STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• LIFEGUARDS/INSTRUCTORS Successful applicants are responsible for the standard lifeguarding functions including swimming lesson instruction, general pool program instruction and some building, grounds and pool maintenance.

Mandatory Qualifications: Red Cross Life Guard Certificate (LG) or Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard (NLS), Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Standard First Aid and CPR Level C. Applicants must have all qualifications prior to an interview

Cover letter, resume and copies of current certification should be marked “Lifeguard/Instructor Position” Deadline to apply is April 3 at the office ­ 275 Hamilton Street mail ­ Box 339, Neepawa R0J 1H0 email: neepawa@wcgwave.ca For further information contact Nicole Cooper at 204‐476‐7614 or rec@wcgwave.ca Job descriptions are available at the office or at neepawa.ca under Town Office, Employment Opportunities.

We thank you for your interest in these positions; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Neepawa is an equal opportunity employer, however, all applicants must read and speak fluent English.

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CARGILL PLUMAS

The Inter-Mountain Watershed District is currently accepting applications for the position of:

Resource Technician Based out of Inter-Mountain’s Ethelbert office, this fulltime, permanent position will work throughout the District on conservation, flood control, and environmental sustainability projects.

Under direction from the Manager and Board, duties will be split between field and office. Assigned tasks include; field surveying/ data collection, GIS analysis, and assisting with field projects from design through construction. Other duties may include tree plantation/ equipment/ building maintenance, drone operations, and supervision of temporary staff.

The successful candidate will possess a post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field, plus a valid driver’s license. Training or experience in GIS or Field Surveying is considered an asset. Good communication skills are required for working day-to-day with clients and during public outreach events. Salary is commensurate with experience. Interested applicants can submit resume and references to: Inter-Mountain Watershed District Box 328 Ethelbert, MB R0L0T0 E-mail: imcd@mymts.net Ph: (204)742-3764 Fax: (204)742-3721 Website: intermountaincd.com facebook.com/intermountaincd Applications accepted until position is filled. We thank all who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Warehouse Staff Position Northstar Seed is a producer and marketer of forage, turf and cover crop seed, as well as dealing in leafcutter bees and custom pollination. We are currently looking for two seasonal warehouse employees for the coming 2020 season. Based on performance, at least one seasonal worker is expected to be kept on and made full-time, permanent.

Duties - Blend and bag seed - Stack and palletize product - Load and unload freight - Build leafcutter bee blocks - Set-up shelters for pollination - Other general warehouse duties Skills and Attributes - Valid class 5 driver’s license - Preference given to class 3 driver, or willing to train - Reliable transportation to work - Able to repeatedly lift and carry 55 lb. bags - Attention to detail - Safety conscious - Work well as part of a team - Reliable and trustworthy If you have interest please email your resume to info@northstarseed.com or inform your Westlake Employment Centre representative.

FOODS Meat Cutters/Production Personnel Our people, perseverance, integrity, and exceptional partnerships have led HyLife to becoming Canada’s leading pork producer and global exporter of high quality pork products. The growing demand for our pork in Japan and China means we need exceptional people to help deliver our company vision. We have expanded our Neepawa facility to increase our overall production by 15% and in turn created new jobs throughout the company.

As a Meat Cutter/Production Personnel you will be a critical member of our team in the creation of our world class product. Our positions range from working on our slaughter production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between! With our wide variety of jobs, excellent people, and our drive for innovation you will certainly find a job that suits you!

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to: • Slaughter and eviscerate hogs for further processing • Harvest and package edible offal • Process pork carcasses into primal cuts • Butcher and package pork primal cuts into value added specifications for local, national and international premium markets • Carry out other tasks related to processing of meat for shipping to customers or storage • Sanitation People who will succeed as members of our team will: • Enjoy working in a fast paced, stable long term work environment • Appreciate working in a culturally diverse workplace. We employ people from all over the world!

• Treat people with dignity and respect • Open to working in colder/warmer environments • Physically Fit • Experience as an industrial butcher or trimmer is an asset

Current starting wage is $14.85/hour plus $1.00 per hour perfect attendance incentive!

Wage scale extends to $22.10 per hour We believe that our success is founded on the strength of our team.

As such, we place a great deal of emphasis on attracting, developing and retaining good people, and consider every one of our employees to be a highly-valued member of the HyLife family. To that end, we are committed to providing a working environment that not only fosters personal growth, but also recognizes our employees’ contributions towards the common goal of our company’s success because of this HyLife has been recognized as a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies.

If you have the qualifications and the passion to meet this challenge then we would like to explore your potential.

Please apply online at http://hylife.com/current-opportunities/ or email to jobs@hylife.com or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0.

We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted

TRUCK DRIVER Manitoba Starch Products is the only manufacturer of food-grade potato starch in Canada. Our growing, state of the art processing facility is located near Carberry, MB, in the heart of Canada and surrounded by western Canadian potato production.

We are currently seeking an energetic, self-motivated, experienced Truck Driver to complement our team. In this position, you will be responsible for the operation of a liquid tanker transport truck to pick up raw product from our local suppliers.

The duties of the role will include: • Drive a company owned truck and liquid tanker to our raw product suppliers four days a week.

• Perform pre-trip, route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, brakes, lights and turning signals • Work with computers daily to track raw product inventory levels • Ensure that truck and equipment is maintained in safe working condition and perform any required preventative maintenance • Perform routine sanitation on equipment • Ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements and follow safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods • Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, break periods etc.) as well as with company policies and procedures • Routine yard and shop maintenance such as sweeping, shoveling, pressure washing equipment • Work indoors and outdoors while loading and unloading goods The successful candidate will possess: • Minimum 2 years experience as a truck driver with a clean driver’s abstract • Liquid tanker experience is a definite asset • Valid Manitoba Class 1 license with air is required • Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations • Ability to adapt and effectively handle unexpected situations (ie: traffic, weather conditions) • Ability to obtain satisfactory results in a preemployment background check and/or regular drug and alcohol testing We offer competitive wages and employees are eligible for our benefits package upon successful completion of the requisite probationary period. Qualified candidates can apply by emailing a current resume and cover letter to the attention of: Brent McMillan at hr@manitobastarch.com

by February 26th, 2020. We thank all that apply, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

www.myWestman.ca

Cargill is presently recruiting seasonal yard workers for the upcoming 2020 Spring season. Applicants must posses a Class 5 driver’s license. Class 3 with air would be an asset but not necessary. Contact Gary at 204-386-2075 or email resume to gary_rossnagel@cargill.com

Beautiful Plains Museum invites applications for

Summer Curator Mid May to end of August 2020 “We follow the Government of Canada job employment equity act.”

Apply to: Box 1732, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 and to youngcanadaworks.ca

Customer Service Representative

Nutrien Ag Solutions Carberry MB At Nutrien, our Purpose is to grow our world from the ground up and we do so with safety and integrity as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien™, the largest crop inputs company in the world. As part of our collective mission of Feeding the Future, Nutrien Ag Solutions provides full-acre solutions through our trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Australia.

For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven®Seed and Dyna-Gro®Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.

We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safetyfirst mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, who are innovators in search of a better way, and who believe in inclusion.

Working at Nutrien Ag Solutions will provide you an opportunity to help us Feed the Future, and grow your career.

What you will do: • Responsible for all aspects of contract administration including customer relations and concerns, the processing and tracking of orders and ensuring contract terms are adhered to • Manages logistics and allocation of purchase and Return to Vendor orders • Manages inventory stock and shipment storage, including dealing with all discrepancies • Works with Warehouse management team to ensure compliance with safety and company Human Resources policies and procedures • Responsible for customer orders • Responsible for file management • Prepares and submits regular inventory management reports • Responsible for warehouse operations process, including managing warehouse shipping and receiving logistics • Work with drivers/carriers to ensure to ensure coverage and adherence to contracts • Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable • Performs other related duties as required What you will bring: • High school diploma or equivalent required • Previous customer service experience (minimum of 1 year) • Knowledge of farm supply products and services a definite asset • Computer and keyboarding skills • Demonstrated ability in the use of word processing, database and spreadsheet software • Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and ability to establish relationship with branch personnel, peers and customers • Demonstrated ability to produce neat and accurate work with attention to detail • Must be dependable, reliable, and safety conscious • Effective time management, planning and multi-tasking skills Are you a good match? Apply today!

Nutrien Ag Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Please send resumes to: Courtney.miller@nutrien.com.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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invites applications for the following position:

School Secretary / Educational Assistant for R.J. Waugh School in Carberry This is a full time position to commence as soon as possible that may be a combination of Secretarial and Educational Assistant duties. The Secretarial component will fluctuate based on student enrolment, and the Educational Assistant component will fluctuate based on needs.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of secretarial duties within the school. Duties may include, but are not limited to: communication and reception, working with a wide range of computer programs including education and student management systems, drafting/proofreading correspondence, organizing and scheduling events and meetings, dealing with incoming and outgoing money / reconciling the school account, and dealing with children and adults in a professional, friendly and compassionate manner. Other duties will be assigned as necessary.

Confidentiality will be critical in this role.

Beautiful Plains School Division offers a competitive salary package and an engaging work environment.

Inquiries may be made to Dayna Galatiuk, School Principal at 834-2828.

Deadline for Applications: NOON, Wednesday, February 26th, 2020 Applicants should forward their cover letter, resume, and a minimum of three references to: Jason Young Superintendent/CEO Beautiful Plains School Division Box 700 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 FAX: (204) 476-3606 EMAIL: bpsd@bpsd.mb.ca Successful candidates must complete a Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check.

Only those selected for a short list will be contacted.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in the Division.

Carberry MB Nutrien Ag Solutions Carberry has opportunities available for a NH3 Truck Driver and Dry Fertilizer Truck Driver for the spring season.

Duties: • Deliver Anhydrous Ammonia to farm customers with TDU • Deliver Anhydrous Ammonia tanks to farm customers • Delivery Dry fertilizer to farm customers and custom equipment • Accurate completion of inspections and daily logs Qualifications: • Valid Class 3 with Air driver’s license • High school diploma or equivalent • Mechanically Inclined • Farm background • Flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends Expected start date: April 14, 2020 To apply for this position please forward resumes to: Courtney Miller courtney.miller@nutrien.com or fax to 204-834-3775

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3. Offer shall be submitted with a lawyer’s trust cheque or bank draft payable to “Christianson TDS In Trust” for at least 10% of the purchase price as a Deposit.

4. If Offer is accepted, Deposit shall become non-refundable. If Buyer fails to complete the purchase for any reason, Seller shall retain Deposit as liquidated damages.

5. If Offer is not accepted, Deposit shall be returned to Buyer within 30 days of Deadline.

6. Balance of purchase price shall be paid by lawyer’s trust cheque or bank draft, and on trust conditions acceptable to Seller’s lawyer, on the Closing Date, which shall be on Friday, 1 May 2020 (the “Closing Date”).

7. All adjustments for Property Taxes will be made as of 1 January 2020.

8. If part of the price is to be paid from a new mortgage, payment may be delayed until such time as mortgage registration is complete, and any amount paid after the Closing Date shall bear interest at the greater of Buyer’s mortgage rate or 5% per year, from the Closing Date until paid in full.

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Support for Lindsay family Natives beat Steelers,

fall to Terriers

Continued from Page 10 A three point night from Konnor Carlson propelled the Neepawa Natives to a 4-3 overtime win over the Selkirk Steelers on Saturday, Feb. 15. The 20-year-old left winger potted a pair of goals for Neepawa, including the OT winner. Other contributors for the Natives on the night included Braden Gillies, who secured a pair of assists on the Carlson goals.

Rylan Gudnason and Brady Morrison also scored goals, powering Neepawa to its second straight victory.

Goaltender Michael Davis earned the win for the Natives, with a 38 save night.

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Larry Fischer (left), the president of the Plumas Canadian Legion branch, presented a cheque for $500 to Todd Tonn, of the Plumas Lions Club. The money from this donation will be going towards the Lindsay family account.

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Taking on the Terriers On Louis Riel Day, the Natives travelled down

the road to Stride Place in Portage la Prairie, to challenge the Portage Terriers. Neepawa has not had very much success against Portage this season, falling to the Terriers on three previous occasions.

Unfortunately, this trend continued on Monday, Feb. 17, as Portage secured a 3-1 win in a matinee.

The Natives started off the game on a strong note, with Noah Goertzen scoring an unassisted goal on the power-play early in the first period. This was the 19-year-old defencemen’s first goal of the campaign.

The Terriers eventually would answer back, as Carter Barley scored just before the end of the first, to make it 1-1 after 20 minutes.

The second period, as well as much of the third, was scoreless. But with 5:30

left in regulation, Terriers forward Reece Henry put away the goal that would ultimately be the game winner. An empty netter with under a minute to play

by Koby Morrisseau sealed the victory for Portage, their 39th of the season.

What’s next for Neepawa?

As for the Natives, after playing another game in Portage on Wednesday, Feb. 19, the team will next head to Virden on Friday, Feb. 21 to take on the Oil Capitals.

Neepawa will then return home to the Yellowhead Centre the next night, on Saturday, Feb. 22, when they’ll take on the Dauphin Kings. Start time is set for 7:30 p.m.

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Carberry/North Cypress-Langford

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Here and Carberry Elks Club update there

By Al Sjolie Carberry Elks Club

By Gladwyn Scott Neepawa Banner & Press

• Carberry’s annual men’s and women’s bonspiel, held Feb. 17 to 23, normally draws 80 rinks and features a banquet and Calcutta on Friday, Feb. 21. One of Manitoba’s popular bonspiels is due to good competitions, big prizes and excellent hospitality.

A trip to Las Vegas for one lucky rink is a huge bonus.

• Skip Jason Gunnlaugson, Alex Forest, Adam Casey and Connor Njegovan defeated Mike McEwan 7-4 in the finals and 8-6 in the 1 versus 2 page playoff game to win the 2020 Viterra provincial men’s curling crown at Eric Croy Arena in Charleswood Sunday, Feb. 9. They get to represent Manitoba at the national Brier playoffs in Kingston, Ont., Feb. 29 to Mar. 8. Forrest and Njegovan formerly curled in Carberry during high school provincials. Second Derek Samagalski for McEwan lives in Carberry with his wife, Selena, and daughter and works at the Sandhills Golf & Country Club during the summer.

McEwan has another chance at the Brier with the wildcard berth Feb. 28 against Ontario’s Glen Howard. In 2018, McEwan beat Gunnlaugson 4-3 for a wildcard berth.

• Cougars junior varsity boys topped their six team

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basketball tournament on the weekend. Carsen Unrau and Elijah Antoine sparked Carberry to an exciting 44-42 win over MacGregor in the finals.

In round robin action, the Cougars beat Portage 5540 and Boissevain 59-41.

Other tournament teams were Virden and Neelin 9’s. Coach of the JV boys is Chris Unrau.

• After going to Las Vegas for a wedding in August, Mark Hood, a Carberry far mer, had a unique medical experience. He felt uncomfortable and underwent a surgery to remove a blockage in his stomach.

Complications led to three and a half weeks in a Las Vegas hospital.

Hood returned by helicopter to Brandon General Hospital, where he spent another four and a half weeks. He was on rebound for a few weeks, but went back for more surgery, which is when doctors found a bristle of a metal wire barbecue brush.

Mark, who indicated that he feels almost 100 per cent again, is pleased that Health Canada has developed new standards for barbecue brushes. Adequate health coverage in United States also saved him over a million dollars. He keeps the piece of metal about the size of a dog’s hair in a small glass specimen bottle.

At our first February meeting, we had three visitors. Our Provincial President Brother Les Walker was first off the marker.

He brought us up to date on how Elks are doing nationally, provincially and how Carberry was performing locally. We also had two visitors from Gladstone, Brothers Dan Novak and Guy Small. They came to hear the message that our Provincial President is bringing to all Manitoba Elks.

They also brought greetings from the Gladstone Elks. Thanks for the visits, gentlemen.

Our next meeting will start with a supper at the Drop In Centre at 6:30 pm, to be followed by our regular meeting in the basement of the old Municipal Hall at 8 pm. Let Brother Don McIntosh know if you can attend either or both events.

After some discussion, we approved a silver ad for sponsorship of the Sportsman’s Gala dinner. We also approved a sponsorship of advertising for the Potato Truck Pull in support

of Cancer Care Manitoba.

It is our turn to host the spring West District meeting, which is tentatively set for Apr. 19.

We have our Easter ham sales on the go now. Due to the loss of the Carberry News Express and people dropping their land phone lines, we are losing contact with our cherished ham sales buyers. If you have given up your land phone, please phone an Elk member (Don McIntosh, Les Walker or Gary Frederiksen, amongst others) so we can update our phoning list.

Carberry Collegiate Honour Roll February 2020 Submitted Carberry Collegiate Grade 9 Mia Amundsen; Rebecca Bird; Carson Bjarnason; Naomi Bock; Jacob Boyce; Keegan Drysdale; Julia Glaser; Elysia Julseth; Mallory Lockhart; Mia L ozinsk y; Carson Nakonechny; Sam Prudnikov; Gavin Renwick; Lea-Evelyn Rutz; Esther Sippel; Dahlia Snaith; Tynille Steen; Jaren Waldner.

Grade 11 Gr if f in Adr iaansen; Marcus Araya; Abbigail Bird; Cassandra Crerar; Zara Dickson; Annika Duguay; Lian Flett; Katie Maendel; Jayde Nakonechny; Alyssa Peters; Sara Waldner.

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Grade 12 Maria Bock; Jennifer Brauer; Sienna Carritt; Tia Da h mer; Tr ist a n Dyck; Jazlyn Enns; Jordyn

Grade 10 Celia Boganes; Natalie Clark; Amy Desrochers; Laura Fast; Cadence Lavergne; Denisse Macapagal; Nathan MacGregor; Johnathon Meyers; Luke Robson; Matthew Salyn; Annette Sippel; Nevaeh Witherspoon.

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Skate the Lake in Minnedosa brings the crowds

PHOTOS BY JOHN DRINKWATER

The 14th annual Skate the Lake pond hockey tournament took place on Saturday, Feb. 15. Above: There was lots of activity at the third annual Rock the Lake Pondspiel curling event. Far left: Skaters braved the cold to get out and play some pond hockey.

Left: Players participated in crokicurl, a hybrid sport that combines elements of curling and the board game Crokinole.

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