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Manitoba implements restrictions once again to limit spread of COVID-19 Banner Staff Neepawa Banner & Press More restrictive public health orders are back in effect across Manitoba. On Monday, Apr. 26, Premier Brian Pallister, along with Dr. Brent Roussin, the chief public health officer, announced new orders as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the province.

“Despite our best collective efforts and having some of the strictest public health orders in the country, Manitoba’s case numbers continue to rise, which threatens the ability of our health-care system to care for those in need,” said Pallister. “We are at a critical point in the third wave. It is a race between the variants and vaccines and right now, the variants are winning. We need a few weeks in order to allow our accelerated vaccine efforts to catch up and change the course of that race.”

What are the changes?

Those new public health orders, which came into effect Wednesday, Apr. 28 at 12:01 a.m., include: • No visitors allowed to private households either indoors or outdoors (exceptions include one visitor for people who live alone); • No indoor gatherings permitted and outdoor gatherings of up to 10 people allowed in public outdoor spaces only; • Faith-based gatherings limited to 25 per cent capacity or a maximum of 10 people.

Indoor mask use required at all times; • Patio dining restricted to groups of four people only with no household restrictions; • Food courts in shopping centres/malls are required to close; • Fitness centres continue to be limited to 25 per cent capacity, but patrons and

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These measures will be in place for four weeks, stretching past the May long weekend. Roussin added that during those four weeks, the province expects to vaccinate more than 300,000 people.

“So if we all do our part, this could very well be our last strict orders.”

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the space to see if we could manage the retrofit,” he said. “We have had a lot of success in small towns with PD and the franchisee... figured we would be a perfect match for the community.”

For those unfamiliar with what donair is, it’s essentially rotisserie-roasted meat, served on a pita with fresh vegetables and sauce. Prairie Donair offers a number of variations, including bowls and salads, as well as Canadian twists on the mediterranean dish.

“Prairie Donair (PD) is a game changer when it comes to donairs, wraps, pitas or shawarmas. We have the most unique options on our menu,” stated Bagchi. “Once you give us a try, you will forever be hooked.”

By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press A very different restaurant will be joining Neepawa’s food scene in the next couple months.

Prairie Donair is a Canadian franchise that offers pitas, wraps, shawarma and donair. It currently has locations in Alberta and Saskatchewan and is now expanding into Manitoba, with Neepawa set to house the first location in the province.

The new restaurant will be located in the Bay Hill Inn & Suites, in the space that was a Subway restaurant years ago. Bhavesh Patel, manager of Bay Hill Inn & Suites, said that he and owner Girish Patel are excited to bring a new business into the community and create more jobs.

Bhavesh noted that the owner had been looking for a way to use the former Subway space since he took ownership last summer.

Girish had been travelling through Alberta and Saskatchewan last year looking for business opportunities, which was how he came across the

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The new Prairie Donair restaurant set to open in Neepawa will be located in the Bay Hill Inn & Suites, where Subway used to be, on the east side (left) of the building. Inset top left: The Prairie Donair logo.

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They heard a lot of good things about the business and Bhavesh said they liked the idea because it offers fresh ingredients and a new

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COVID-19 has slowed down the process a little bit, but Bhavesh said they are currently finalizing things with a contractor, so con-

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“We’re hoping everything goes smooth,” he said.

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Lockdown launches longtime dream Rivers musician and songwriter gets first single produced

Submitted Neepawa Banner & Press This past year, life has changed for everyone in countless ways. For Manitoban Christine Paddock, some good came with the bad when the lockdown began and with it, the opportunity to dust off a lifelong dream.

Christine has been a piano teacher for over 10 years in Rivers, MB, as well as a worship leader in R ivers Community Church. When the first lockdown hit in March of 2020, her teaching came to a halt, along with her other activities and those of her family. Initially, the lockdown came as a bit of a shock, but Christine soon embraced the opportunity to spend more time ref lecting and writing, and connecting with her family.

Songwriting has been a passion of Christine’s for over 20 years. Her songs help her express

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Christine Paddock, piano teacher and worship leader at Rivers Community Church, has had her first single produced, which is set to launch on Apr. 30.

and process her emotions, but they are rarely heard outside of her own living room– until now. Six weeks into the first lockdown in 2020, Christine wrote her debut single, “Strange Times”, to put words to the feelings and questions that arose from the worldwide pandemic.

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encouraged by Canadian songwriter and worship leader Brian Doerksen (Abbotsford, BC) to have her song professionally produced. Brian connected Christine with Winnipeg singer/songwriter, Jaylene Johnson. Jaylene headed up the project as executive producer, along with Marie Joy, a talented

up-and-coming Winnipeg music artist and producer.

“This was my first time working with producers, and it was not typical,” explains Christine. “Because of the restrictions, everything was done virtually, through Zoom and texting. When the restrictions loosened at the end of January, I made a onetime trip to Marie’s studio in Winnipeg to record the main vocals.”

In spite of the physical distancing, Christine asserts that the experience was a gift, giving her a positive focus in a time when there has been so much negativity, stress and fear.

“This has been the most exciting and vulnerable thing I’ve ever done and I hope it will be inspiring to people. It is never too late to pursue your dreams”.

C h r i s t i n e ’s s i n g l e , “Strange Times” will be available on Apr. 30, 2021 on all digital streaming platforms.

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Repetition

Until May 26, you say?

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efore I go any further, let me say that it looks like I made a mistake in my column two weeks ago, writing about the number of deaths due to all causes in 2019 versus 2020. I quoted the figures accurately, but it was pointed out to me that the stats are reported from July 1 to June 30 so the 2020 figures I wrote about didn’t show the actual deaths for July 1, 2020 to Dec. 31, 2020. In other words, COVID-19 may have raised the actual number of death by more than the 120 or so it appeared to be. We won’t know until the stats are totalled.

I give full credit to people at all levels of the health department for doing the best they can to keep everyone safe.

That said, the new health orders are in place until May 26. Dr. Roussin hopes we can be much freer after May 26. I certainly hope so. We’d better be, because if this 15th month of lockdown doesn’t work by then, it’s time to change things up.

The lockdown has helped, of that there is no doubt. But the greatest damage has been done. Many care home residents died and I am convinced many died unnecessarily due to inadequate treatment policies and staff shortages. I have said it before, care homes that got caught short of staff should have called in help from wherever it could be obtained and argued with the government about things like visitation and volunteer rules later. Now that so many care home residents have died and nearly all the survivors have had their second shot, if we believe the science, then going forward, care home residents should rarely be found among the daily C-19 victim list.

As the vaccines roll out, we should be soon at the point where anyone who is willing to take the vaccine will have had the opportunity to do so. Some neepawa

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Right in the Centre Ken Waddell will not take the vaccine and that’s their decision, whether we agree or not. Not everyone will get vaccinated, some may not be able to take the vaccine for certain health reasons. When we combine all those vaccinated with those who had C-19, there will be a lot of immunity. And, there are far more people, I am convinced, who have had C-19 than those who tested positive.

Asymptomatic people likely didn’t get tested and were asked by Manitoba Health to not get tested to save space and dollars for symptomatic people and those entering hospitals, etc.

Why do I see May 26 as a make or break date?

• One is that by then the number of C-19 recovered people combined with the people who have had C-19 (tested or otherwise) will be very high.

• Two, what we have been doing isn’t working any longer. Even with fairly strict shut downs and business crippling rules, C-19 is still spreading. It’s not much wonder, as plane loads of people keep arriving from overseas and if anything should have been shut down, it was allowing international flights.

• Three, there are more people dying from depression, loneliness, suicide and drug overdoses than from C-19 right now. Every family, every community has stories of older people, especially, who just gave up and died from depression and despair.

• Four, the economy can’t take much

more. Most businesses are hurting, Some have closed. The really frustrating part is that the spread isn’t happening at businesses or schools, the biggest shutdown victims. It’s happening everywhere and nobody really knows how or where. For example, I heard that a high school party spread C-19. Did it really, or did someone get C-19 and spread it in the English class or math class? The way to handle C-19 is to quarantine the hot spots, not shut down the whole country.

• Five, there is something to be learned from the rural versus urban experience. The larger the centre, the more crowded the housing or living conditions, the higher the spread seems to be. Makes sense. Most rural people don’t see a lot of different people so we are already somewhat isolated.

• Six, as I have stated many times and as Premier Pallister recently stated, the people who advocate for a lockdown are all people who haven’t missed a paycheque yet. In the bluntest of terms, it’s fine for big city news reporters to yip and yap at Dr. Roussin about bigger and better lockdowns when they are mostly still “working” in their pyjamas in their basement.

If we don’t see big changes by May 26, then support for the effectiveness of an extension of our two week lockdown (now 15 months) will evaporate.

A new approach must be developed and whatever it is will almost certainly be an improvement.

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epetition is not failure. Ask the waves, ask the leaves, ask the wind.” Mark Nepo, The Book of Awakening, Having the Life You Want by Being Present to the Life You Have.

The crux of the matter– having the life we want. But to gain that by being present to our present life seems challenging and, at times, even impossible. Comes back to wanting what we already have!

Like so many of us, world over, we are/ I am exhausted by this pandemic. We are /I am frustrated and discouraged and lonely and angry. The ands could go on and on. Not the way to peace of mind or spirit.

Allowing gratitude into the mind goes a long way to changing the attitude of the day. The gratitude journal has and is changing my outlook. I am thankful that my family is well. I don’t get to see them. I don’t get to hold and hug my grands and great grands. I do see their growth through the shared videos and photos that are sent almost daily. I see Jonah learn to ride his bike without the training wheels. I see Sparrow paint her sisters, Wren and Teal with permanent markers! And Aspyn enjoying an ice cream on a warm spring day. Mark and Luke are growing into responsible young men. My great grands are growing up knowing me by the comments I make on the images shared.

Point of gratitude– we are not trekking across the great American plains, etching a message on a rock, hoping that somebody, somewhere, will know and care that we are still alive. I am not waiting for the daily newspaper to hit the stands to anxiously scan whether my loved one has survived another day in the trenches. We have come so far with communication, bringing us close in spirit, though apart physically.

The cup of coffee in the quiet of the morning, my choice of flavour and mug. The abundance of food in my home. The safety in which I live and move and have my being. The gratitude sweeps me along, changing me, one thought at a time. Repetition here as well.

Being present to the life I have… A fenced backyard so the dogs can run freely. The barn birdhouse now mounted on the post in the back yard. The buds swelling on the raspberries and saskatoons I planted last fall. The seedlings sprouting at the kitchen window. And always new and always a gift that by turning dials and pushing buttons the dishes get washed and loads of laundry processed. Walks with my dogs, watching their distinctive personalities contribute to the satisfaction of my hours.

The wonder of the support of family and friends. Knowing that these are gifts not all enjoy.

Repetition is not failure. My days are repetitious. I arise, I eat, I work, I play, I retire. This pattern has not changed for a very long time!

So,once again, I am asked to hunker down, to isolate more than I could ever have imagined, to limit my activities more than I could have imagined. Repetition is not failure.

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Confessions of a reluctant dog owner

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ne of the many lessons I have learned in recent years is this– if you don’t wand to become the human parent of a dog, don’t fall in love with someone who does.

Twelve years ago last week, when Kathryn and I were married, I got an instant second family– one wife, one step-son who lives with us, another step son who visits when he can and two step dogs. Sadly, both of the step dogs have passed away. Their photos hang in our kitchen– the one room we could never keep them out of.

Three and a half years ago, we adopted our first dog together. Kia (no relation to the vehicle of the same name) is a rescue dog.

She brought her own set of fears, worries, likes and dislikes with her and we are still discovering what some of them are.

Within six hours of becoming part of our family, Kia had covered every square foot of the back yard that has been her

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Neil Strohschein summer playground ever since. She also discovered which of her owners was the strict one (Kathryn) and which one she could wrap around her little toe and from which she could get whatever she wanted (that is me– most of the time). From day one, we and Kia have been engaged in a battle of wits, which is one of the reasons our house is filled with so much laughter.

Bei ng a dog ow ner causes people to develop skills they never thought they could learn. One of those skills is the ability to interpret dogs’ barks.

Kathryn has that gift. She can tell, just by listening to Kia’s barks, if she’s on a conference call with neighbourhood dogs, if one of our neighbours is out doing

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ast week I noticed the first signs of Spring to me when I saw the rhubarb coming up. Also someone sent me a video with little chicks chirping away. I also see some green

grass and I am waiting for some dandelion leaves to feed to my bird.

However … I have also killed a few spiders in my home and when I was sitting outside a wasp flew by me.

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yard work, if a stranger is coming onto the property, if there is a cat close by or if she is arguing with the robins and blue jays who think they have as much right to be in our yard as she does. To me, “a bark is a bark is a bark.”

But there is one quality Kia displays that is common to most dogs– unconditional love and a readiness to atone for wrongs that have been done. Kia is no angel. Sometimes, her halo is tarnished and sitting crooked on her head.

She is mischievous and loves to see what she can get away with at any time of the day. We will reprimand her when she misbehaves and before long, she will be coming up to us, wanting ear scratches and a tummy rub– which tells her that The flies are also trying to get into the house. I also heard that it is break-up time and the roads are getting too soft for big trucks.

But on the other side … I heard some frogs last night and we sure are having more daylight.

It is all falling into place just as it was created in the beginning. In Genesis when God created the earth He

we still love her and that all is forgiven.

An anonymous author once wrote that God wanted to create an animal that would be as loving, accepting and forgiving of humans as he is. So he made one and named it using the same three letters as can be found in his name– D-O-G, for dog.

Unfortunately, the dog God created had to live in an imperfect world, filled with humans who are not nearly as loving, accepting and forg iv ing as t hey should be. The dogs picked up some of the nasty habits that humans developed and they became just as selfish, self-centered and self-seeking as humans can be.

Maybe it’s time we reversed the trend. Maybe it’s time we learned to appreciate the good qualities we see not just in dogs, but in every member of God’s anima l k ingdom. A nd maybe it’s time we asked God to build those same qualities into us.

saw that it was good (Genesis 1).

It really does not matter what happens in our life day by day. We can count on a faithful God who will control the seasons and make it happen for our good, because “all things work together for good to them that love God ...….”(Romans 8:28).

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Letters ‘Hazy’ background information

In her letter in the Apr. 23 edition of the Banner & Press, Ms Buffi makes her opposition to the current COVID-19 restrictions very clear. On the other hand, the background information she presents is a bit hazy. Specifically, she states that the cases of COVID-19 in Manitoba have amounted to only 0.03 per cent of the population. As Manitoba’s population is presently approaching 1.4 million, this would mean that approximately 400 Manitobans have contracted COVID-19. This would appear to be somewhat of an understatement as, according to the province’s update on Apr. 23, over 37,000 Manitobans have so far tested positive for COVID-19.

George McLaughlin Ottawa, ON

Canada is in a lot of trouble!

Yes, indeed, Canada is in a lot of trouble and not just Canada but every living being on this planet and here’s just one of the many reasons why: The Arctic has vast areas of permafrost. Permafrost has tremendous quantities of methane gas frozen within it underground. Methane is a greenhouse gas 25 times more destructive than an equal quantity of carbon dioxide. If the permafrost melts it will release enough methane to double the amount of greenhouse gases we have in the atmosphere and oceans today. End of story!!

If this melting happens, humanity will have lost the battle, nothing we can do will stop runaway global warming and sadly, this melting is happening already.

The time has come to take responsibility and understand what is happening. There should be no debate about the race against the climate crises and it is a race for our very future. Technology can help us, but it needs to happen NOW, not 10 years from now.

Do you love the earth, do you see how we are endangering our beautiful and once perfectly balanced home? We spew toxic materials into her air and water so that we can have more and more stuff that we truly don’t need. If she was our child would we treat her so badly?

She is not our child, she is our mother and has given us a home so rare in the universe and we, her ungrateful children, are spitting in her face. We idle our cars, we fly as often as we want or can afford, we drive without concern and we eat a lot of meat. Canadians use more resources than any other people on earth. We are not evil but we are not good. We want to feed our egos and be somebody but this is an empty path. We need less Alpha and more ant, less me, more us, if we are going to survive on this incredible gift of a planet.

Have you noticed that wildlife is disappearing? The barn swallow population is down 80 per cent as are most song birds. Skunks, rabbits, porcupines and raccoons are becoming few and far between. We cut down trees as if they have no value, clear the land so we can make more money. Money is a human invention that is destroying all that we should hold dear. Our love of money truly is the root of all evil.

Here’s to mother earth, may she survive humanity!!

Mary Lowe Kenton, MB

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Helen Drysdale out of helen’s kitchen

General Stores

Throughout the last two centuries, in many rural towns across the prairies stood the general store.

Named “general store” as they carried a general line of merchandise, everything that the people from the town and surrounding rural areas needed. This wide selection of goods included such items as; horse harnesses, cheddar cheese, flannel work shirts, coveralls, pitch forks, tobacco, fabric and sewing notions, soaps, salves, spices, crocks, dishes, guns and ammunition, liver pills and tea. Basically everything that you could not produce yourself. In many remote areas a single store serviced the entire community. A store jam-packed with goods greeted the customers who walked into it. The two outside walls were lined with shelves sometimes up to the ceiling. Glass display cases held the watches and chains, jack knives and a variety of “shiny” things. Items hung by hooks from ceilings. When you walked in the aroma was a blend of ripe cheese, pickles, kerosene, leather and tobacco.

Many of the stores had small post offices and many of the early telephone switchboards were located in the general store.

At that time, customers gave their shopping list to the shop keeper in his long white apron. The list would then be filled by the storekeeper behind the counter. The potbellied stove usually sat in the middle of the store surrounded by a couple of chairs, a coal bucket and often a checkerboard. It was the place to meet and visit, catch up on the world and political news and the local gossip while the store keeper got your order ready. If there were a death, birth or marriage, the shopkeeper knew about it. Somewhere on a door or a wall, you could read the notices. All the local events, auctions, lost and found and even “wanted a wife with good teeth” notices were posted there.

The counter held a “wheel” of cheese. When a customer wanted to made a cheese purchase, the storekeeper often gave a sample by cutting a sliver of cheese and passing it to the customer on the point of a knife. Beside the cheese was the coffee grinder. Coffee beans were packed in a large sacks, weighted out as needed and coarsely ground. The counter also held the cash register and the ledger with its pages full of names recording the charge purchases. The scale for weighing goods purchased in bulk also sat on the counter. Many bulk items were ordered as “I’ll have twenty cents of dried beans”.

The purchases were wrapped in brown paper from a wrapping paper unit with spool of string for tying the paper, both of which would be repurposed at home.

In the fall wooden boxes of apples were abundant and replaced at Christmas time with nuts, toys and small boxes of Japanese oranges. There were no “sales” as we now know at a General Store. Long woolen underwear and summer bonnets were available year round at the same price. Sugar is said to have been purchased more often than all other items. Money was often scarce so the storekeeper was often paid with a combination of cash and farm produce such as eggs, chickens, potatoes or firewood. Most stores had a credit system as farmers had to wait for their crop to sell. For the store owner this was a balancing act, how much credit to lend out and how not to offend the customer when his limit was reached. The general store eventually became the victim of competition from catalogue shopping, farmer’s co-operatives, new specialty stores and of course the expanded travel with the motor car.

The general Store I remember was the McCamis store in Arden. It started off as McCamis and Boughton in 1889 and in 1898 it became solely McCamis. Hugh and Mabel were the third family members to own this store. They ran the McCamis General Store in Arden until their retirement in 1993 at which time the family business had been in operation for over 100 years. I remember my Grandma Gagnon making this delightful cake with many ingredients probably purchased from a general store.

Sour cream cake

1/2 cup butter, room temperature 1 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1 cup sour cream 1 tsp. vanilla 2 cups flour

1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1/2 cup raisins or chopped nuts 1/2 cup chopped dates Cream the butter and brown sugar, stir in the eggs. Mix in the sour cream and vanilla. In another bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.

Add this to the creamed mixture. Add the desired nuts and dried fruits. Pour into a greased 9x13 inch cake pan. Bake in a 350°F oven for 45-55 minutes or until tooth pick inserted in the centre of the cake comes out clean. Cool and ice with this easy icing recipe or your favorite icing.

1/4 cup butter 1 tsp. vanilla

Vanilla butter icing

2 Tbsp. cream 2 cups sifted icing sugar

Cream butter until soft. Stir in the vanilla and the cream. Add the icing sugar and mix. Add more icing sugar if icing is too thin.

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Picture on left: The exterior of the H.D. McCamis General Store, in the 1920s.

Above picture: The interior of a general store from within the Westman region.

Spruce Plains RCMP report

By Cpl. Jacob Stanton Spruce Plains RCMP During the week of Apr. 19 to Apr. 25, Spruce Plains RCMP dealt with 50 police activities.

Apr. 19: RCMP responded to two residential alarms in Minnedosa. Police attended and found everything secure with no cause for concern. Police received a report of a suspicious person in Neepawa, who they had previously dealt with numerous times the day prior. Police made contact and made attempts to provide assistance to the individual.

Apr. 20: RCMP responded to a report of a person failing to comply with their court ordered condition in Neepawa and a suspicious person in Minnedosa. Both matters are still under investigation.

Apr. 21: RCMP received a report of roofing nails being scattered in the parking lot and sidewalk on a business property in Minnedosa, the matter is under investigation. While conducting traffic enforcement in Gladstone, police conducted a traffic stop with a driver who was found to be driving while prohibited.

The vehicle was towed and the driver was charged and released with a future court date.

Apr. 22: RCMP responded to two separate vehicle vs. deer collisions in the RM of Oakview and the RM of Rosedale.

There were minor injuries reported in one collision and none in the second. Police were dispatched to a commercial alarm at a business in Neepawa, which was cleared and found secure.

Apr. 23: RCMP received a report of more roofing nails being found on multiple streets in Minnedosa, the matter remains under investigation. Police responded to

an abandoned 911 call at a business in Minnedosa which was later determined to have been dialed accidentally.

Apr. 24: RCMP responded to a report of an abandoned vehicle in Minnedosa.

Police completed inquiries on the vehicle and determined it was owned by a local resident and not abandoned. Police responded to two commercial alarms, one in Neepawa and one in Eden. Both were determined to be false.

Apr. 25: RCMP responded to a theft of vehicle from a business in the Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone; the investigation is ongoing. Police received a report of vandalism in Minnedosa where a youth was reported to have spray painted a residence, the matter is still under investigation.

RCMP conducted 16 traffic enforcement actions during this reporting period.

Public Service Announcement If you have any information about these crimes or any other crimes, please contact your local RCMP Office or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Due to the on-going COVID-19 Pandemic, the Neepawa and Minnedosa RCMP detachments advise they will be limiting front counter services at the detachments until further notice.

We request that you contact each detachment at 204-476-7340 (Neepawa) or 204-867-2916 (Minnedosa) to inquire about criminal record checks or to file a report. Leave a message if needed and it will be checked the following business day..

Do not leave a message if you require immediate police assistance. You must dial 204-476-7338 (Neepawa), 204-8672751 (Minnedosa) or 911 to have a police officer respond to you promptly.

Local voices, local choices

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Education Matters - Beautiful Plains School Division

Submitted Beautiful Plains School Division There has been quite a bit of discussion and lots of questions about the Manitoba government’s plan for education.

An education review was implemented in 2018. This review cost approximately $1 million and although the government has accepted the 75 recommendations from the report, most of the recommendations by the review board do not appear in the changes proposed in legislation. In fact, the review authors find the new government legislation a “bit of a mystery”. Instead, an Education Modernization Act is being presented in the Legislature.

Both the Premier and the Minister of Education stated that education dollars need to be spent in the classroom and not on administration. This is puzzling for Beautiful Plains School Division, as that has always been a practice in this division. Beautiful Plains has consistently prioritized resources for students and classrooms in yearly budgets.

Smaller class sizes, adequate staffing, safe physical environments in the form of portable classrooms and new renovations are foremost to Beautiful Plains’s strategic plan. The statement that local school boards do not put their dollars into the classroom or have the students and staff wellbeing at the core of decision making is simply untrue. Every decision the Beautiful Plains School Board makes has the core question – what is the best for our students and staff?

Losing the ability to make our own plans and decisions The government’s new plan– Better Education Starts Today– eliminates the 37 local school boards and replaces it with an appointed Provincial Educational Authority, a provincial advisory council and individual school community councils for each school in the province. The idea is that this will save $40 million. Our local school board costs less than $42,000 annually to operate. Clearly, there will be substantial costs associated with a Provincial Education Authority, a Provincial Advisory Council and local School Community Councils. When the dust settles, this initiative could end up costing tax payers far more, while our local voice will have been lost and replaced by a provincial entity.

Not only will our local voice in education be lost, but the local businesses will suffer as well. The procurement of supplies will predominantly be made from Winnipeg instead of locally sourced trades and suppliers. Staff members employed at a local level may not be part of our communities anymore and the impacts of that will be felt by all businesses. The government’s idea is that dealing with one provincial entity for supplies will be more of a bargaining tool, but it usually ends up not only costing more to have non-local trades and services due to travel and a lack of understanding about local needs and concerns, the level of service and quality of work is often substantially reduced.

In this new plan, our division loses its ability to make plans and decisions based on our community’s unique needs.

Beautiful Plains has consistently made decisions about expenditures based on what our community has needed.

There are several examples of this every single year, such

as support staff, student services and early literacy support.

When newcomers started coming to our communities for jobs, we worked closely with local industry to gauge the number of new students and their specific needs. Extra staff and programming was added to address the unique language and learning needs of our new students.

Local ideas help students reach their full potential In 2011, to help students reach their full potential and address some of the local community needs, we created an Apprenticeship program. Some students were interested in trades as careers and high school courses were not reflecting those needs. The Beautiful Plains school board allocated funds to hire an apprenticeship coordinator. In this way, students were able to go to school part time and apprentice at a trade part time. The coordinator was the liaison between industry and the school. This program has been very successful, with 170 students being part of the Apprenticeship program accumulating 1,210 credits. Not only have these students’ needs been served, but likewise, the growing demand in our communities has benefited.

Another way Beautiful Plains has responded to the unique needs of the community was hiring a divisional psychologist. The student advisory committee, as well as staff spoke to the board about students struggling with stress, addictions and mental health issues. An Addictions worker (AFM) was brought in to counsel and support the high school students. Programs such as Roots of Empathy, Mental Health First Aid and student groups such as the Social Justice Committee and the Student Advisory Committee were started for a positive and proactive approach.

As well, the board hired an additional Speech and Language Pathologists as a result of an increased need identified during preschool screening and in discussion with our staff who are working directly with our students.

The preschool screening program is locally implemented for children in need of additional support before they start Kindergarten and resources are put in place to meet those needs.

Another area that the Beautiful Plains division has prioritized funds to ensure success for our students is providing quality WiFi and investing in fibre optics and quality connectivity for all our schools. Recently, with the pressure to provide quality remote learning opportunities for our students as a result of the pandemic, wireless upgrades occurred at RJ Waugh, Carberry Collegiate, Hazel M. Kellington and Neepawa Collegiate. WiFi systems are also accessed by families who need home internet in temporary learning settings. Monies were allotted for computer replacement plans, iPads and Chromebooks for middle years students, mobile computer stations, robotics and coding tools, as well as professional development for teachers. This was done well ahead of the government‘s remote learning centre or guidelines for remote learning, as we recognized the need long before the government was able to formulate a plan.

These initiatives were all made possible by the Beautiful Plains division listening to the needs of the local community, staff and students and making budget decisions accordingly. Our local board made choices based on local voices. With the new government plan, it is feared that

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Plan to get rid of everything is not a good plan While academics are important, schools have become so much more than places where students learn to read and write. They are now critical in supporting students in their overall development, health and ability to transition into becoming successful in the world outside of school.

Our division has always invested in our schools’ extracurricular activities, making sure that all students have access to sports, clubs, music and art classes. We have continued to understand and concentrate our efforts on attempting to ensure our students have access to a wide array of athletics, arts, trades, leadership, social justice and academic options.

While there are certainly ways for us to improve in our education system, this new plan seems to be getting rid of everything that is working and replacing it with an illthought-out proposal which will affect Manitoba children for years to come. The idea that students from south of Carberry to the Saskatchewan border west of Roblin can be treated the same is illogical. The removal of school closure moratoriums as well as the removal of the guarantee that children do not spend more than an hour on a bus will negatively impact rural students. This new legislation is aimed at cutting costs, but at what cost to our youth?

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all these programs implemented for the betterment of our students will be lost. Having the ability to make decisions at a local level allows far greater flexibility and agility than it would be if it were made in Winnipeg.

The new plan, Better Education Starts Today, does not address the issues of connectivity, child poverty and inadequate education funding which have been completely exacerbated by this pandemic. In Manitoba, poverty affected 16.3 per cent of two-parent households, compared to the national average of 9.8 per cent. In single-parent households, the rate quadruples, with 63.4 per cent of children living in poverty. Also, many communities still struggle with reliable, accessible internet. This new plan does not address that in any way. The pandemic has brought into focus very clearly that our students don’t need more screen time or remote learning as the new bill suggests, but more social and personal interaction. We need to ensure our schools stay open and students have direct contact with humans for their social, mental and physical health.

The government has also used the PISA results to state that Manitoba students are well behind the national standards in reading, math and science. The PISA tests are given every three years (last one was 2018) to every 15 year old in selected schools. These test results can be misleading because while Manitoba did score lower than some other provinces, it was noted that eight out 10 students in Manitoba were at or better than the Canadian standard. Two out of 10 students scored lower and that is reflective of two out of 10 children in Manitoba who live in poverty. The PISA results show Manitoba has one of the lowest socio-economic scores in Canada. The Manitoba government has no plan to correct the social inequities in our province. Also, Canada scored as one of the top countries in the world and Manitoba contributed to this assessment.

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Looking Back 1971: Another step forward for Touchwood Park

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By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

110 years ago, Friday, April 28, 1911 Birnie: John Birnie’s hou se wa s st r uc k by lightning a little while back, although it is equipped with lightning rods. This is the second house fixed up with rods that has been struck, in a year or so, and John will likely be in doubt when the next thunder storm arrives as to which is the safest, “inside” or “outside.”

T hose over-hopef u l people of Neepawa who have talked of the probable shifting of C. P. R. divisional facilities from Minnedosa to this place, would do well to hitch their chariot to a different star.

For Sir Wm. Whyte has assured the Minnedosa people there is no present intention on the part of the C. P. R. authorities to take anything away from that place. But Neepawa will keep on the march of progress, just the same.

100 years ago, Friday, April 29, 1921 A bill making eight hours a legal day and 48 hours a legal week for working men was defeated in the Manitoba legislature 29 to 12. The member for Beautiful Plains voted with the minority.

90 years ago, Tuesday, April 28, 1931 Plumas: Mumps in the district still continue to be fashionable. They are no respecter of persons, as old and young alike seem to get them.

An employee of a fruit company in Moose Jaw discovered a six-foot snake concealed in a bunch of bananas. It was of t he poisonous var iet y and its species is still undetermined.

80 years ago, Tuesday, April 29, 1941 A joint Ger manIta l ian announcement wa r ned recent ly t hat foreign correspondents in Germany and Italy would be forbidden under pain of severe punishment to publish any but official reports regarding journeys of or meetings between Hitler, Mussolini or other high personages.

Vig i la nce of pol ice authorities 1,100 miles apart resulted Thursday night and early Friday morning in the capture of the last six of 28 German prisoners who escaped from an internment camp in northern Ontario about a week ago.

It was announced Friday that Jews will not be allowed to return to their homes in occupied France, along with other refugees now in the unoccupied zone.

Riding Mountain: Pte. Robt. Blowers, of Veterans’ Guard, returned to his duties in Winnipeg at the end of the week following two weeks’ leave at his home in town.

70 years ago, Thursday, April 26, 1951 Funeral services for Mrs. Annettie Donaldson, 84, wife of Francis Napier Dona ld son of Reeve, Man., who died in Knox Presbyterian Church here on Monday, Apr. 23…

Born at Little Britain, Ont., she received her educat ion t here. Her ma r r iage to R icha rd Jeffrey took place at Little Britain on Jul. 1, 1890. Mr. Jeffrey died in 1927.

She was married to F. N. Donaldson at Neepawa in July, 1939 and they made their home here…

Besides her husband, she is survived by three sons, John Wesley Jeffery, of Archerville, Sask.; Lester L . Jef fer y, of Chester, E ngla nd; G ordon W. Jeffery of Rosetown, Sask.; Mrs. Eva Daniels of Prince Albert, Sask., and Mrs. May Thoen of Resource, Sask. There is one sister, Mr. Rosie Robertson of Cromarty, Ont. 60 years ago, Friday, April 28, 1961 History repeated itself in Neepawa this year when about half a foot of snow fell on the area on Apr. 25– exactly the same date that a similar amount was recorded last year. Another half an inch was recorded the following day on both years.

K it i si l a no Un ited Church Chapel, Vancouver, B.C. was the scene of a wedding on Saturday, Apr. 8, when Rev. R. S. Kennedy united in marriage Ruby Elsie Poole and Earle Gordon Bennett.

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Neepawa mayor Harry Smith and Touchwood Park Association president Bill Taylor were joined by Keith Lockhart (executive member), Mrs. Shirley Katsky (instructor) and the trainees to turn the sod for a Touchwood Park Activity Centre in 1971. Layout of the landscaping was being planned out by Ken Waddell, who was assistant ag rep at the time, and the Rosedale Municipality donated resources to assist with excavation.

The bride is the only daughter of Mrs. C. C. Poole of Neepawa, and the late Mr. Poole. The groom is the youngest son of Mrs. J. Bennett of Nanaimo, B.C. and the late Mr. Bennett.

50 years ago, Thursday, April 29, 1971 The sod was turned for the Touchwood Park Activity Centre last Friday

by Mayor Harry Smith and Association President Bill Taylor.

Bi r n ie: Best w ishes are extended to William White, who celebrates his 89th birthday on May 2.

40 years ago, Thursday, April 30, 1981 Mrs. A nnie Aokolik cut into her birthday cake Wednesday, April 15 as family and friends gathered at Ea st View L odge, Neepawa, in honor of her 95th birthday. Bouquets of flowers were the gifts of the day and cards. Mrs. Sokolik

has f ive sons and f ive daughters. All married.

Her husband John and two sons are deceased. She has 81 grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren and 10 great great grandchildren. We all wish her the best of health.

On Saturday, April 11, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie S c he t t l e r o f P lu m a s celebrated t heir 50t h wedding anniversary.

30 years ago, Monday, April 29, 1991 The 1992 Manitoba Summer Games will give participants an opportunity to “be the best they can be in sport” at their appropriate skill level…

The Games are being hosted in Neepawa and M i n nedo s a Aug. 16 23, 1992 and are being organized by an executive committee comprised of: Greg Dunn, Don Clark, Janet Cochrane, Ivan and Pat Traill of Neepawa; James Bardsley, Jon Lewis, Elliott Horner and Dwayne

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Lacoste of Minnedosa.

Janet McMahon, Sports C on s u lt a nt w it h t he Prov ince of Manitoba Sports Directorate, is an ex-officio member.

20 years ago, Monday, April 30, 2001 Neepawa Collegiate’s Amanda Leboutillier ran third in the hurdles in the first track and field meet of the season last week.

The t w i-light meet at NACI attracted about 200 athletes from throughout the province.

O ver 2, 50 0 people passed through the doors at the Neepex trade show last weekend, taking in the displays of the 80 exhibitors at Neepawa’s Yellowhead Community Complex.

Inaddition,theCanadian Organic Marketing Co-op signed members for an organic grain handling and processing facility, which will be located at the former Arden Agricore elevator…

Instead of awarding

merchandise as door prizes, Neepawa bucks were given away during the weekend trade show. The bucks can be redeemed through all Chamber of Commerce members and Neepex exhibitors.

Ernie Mauthe presented the Gil l and Schma l l Agencies Trophy to Jerry Chudley, Paul Robertson, Ryan Young and Darryl Kulbacki for winning the Neepawa Curling Club men’s championship.

Five new species have been declared threatened u nder t he prov i nce’s Endangered Species Act. Note: The species added to the list were the mule deer, which lives in the extreme southwest part of the province; great plains toad, found in only four locations in southwestern Manitoba; ottoe skipper, a butterfly only found in three locations in southwestern Manitoba; culver’s root and riddell’s goldenrod, both being rare species of plants in Canada.

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Day Program building receives area support

PHOTOS BY CASPER WEHRHAHN AND KIRA PATERSON

Both the Neepawa Banner & Press and Neepawa’s Touchwood Park Association were particularly busy from Apr. 21 to 27. During that period, Touchwood received an assortment of donations from the area to support the association’s new Day Program building. The funds received will help cover start-up costs.

All presentations and tours, which were given afterwards, were conducted with COVID-19 guidelines in mind.

Above: Ray Drayson (left), Bob Adriaansen (inside left) and Malcolm Murray (far right) donated $7,500 to Touchwood on behalf of the R.M. of North CypressLangford. Jeff Braun, vice chair, and Arleigh Wilson, executive director, accepted the cheque on behalf of the Association.

Left: Brian Hedley, Neepawa town councillor and deputy mayor, presented $8,000 on behalf of the Town of Neepawa to Touchwood board member Gwen McCaskill.

Bottom left: Jeff Miner, representing the Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op, presented Shelley Lepischak, board member for Touchwood, with a donation of $2,500.

For additional photos, see Page A19.

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Cleaning up the town

Unique and creative ways to celebrate mom on Mother’s Day Submitted Metro Creative Connection SUBMITTED PHOTOS

Above and left: Eve and Madden Vinnell were helping their mom, Joni, clean up trash in the ditches around Neepawa earlier this month.

Below: On Wednesday, April 21, fire crews were supervising a controlled burn in the Town of Neepawa to get rid of the dead grass from last year.

On Sunday, May 9, millions of people will celebrate the special women in their lives, particularly the mothers, grandmothers and stepmothers who often tirelessly care for those they love.

Created by Anna Jarvis in the early 20th century and designated an official United States holiday in 1914, Mother’s Day is a special day in many families. Apart from birthdays, primary female caregivers may not always get the recognition they deserve, nor be entitled to a day to kick back and relax and let others take the helm. Mother’s Day entitles them to something special.

Even though the way people have been living has changed during the COVID-19 pandemic, Mother’s Day may be the first holiday on the calendar when the world can finally regain some sense of normalcy. But caution should still prevail during Mother’s Day celebrations. Thankfully, there are plenty of creative ways to celebrate mothers and mother figures this year.

• Dine truly “al fresco.” Outdoor dining has become commonplace, and even before it was a safety measure, enjoying a meal on a sun-soaked patio or overlooking a body of water was popular. If you’re worried about limited restaurant space or crowds, plan a picnic at a scenic location, such as a botanical garden or county park. Include Mom’s favourite foods and enjoy the fresh air and delicious foods together.

• Create a photo slideshow. Digital photos have eclipsed prints in many people’s hearts. But too often digital photos never get seen after they’re initially taken. That can change when you compile a slideshow of favourite photos from childhood and even present-day photos that Mom is sure to appreciate. Use sentimental music or Mom’s favourite songs as the soundtrack and include some inspirational quotations or personal voiceovers. This is one gift that can be shared in person or over group meeting apps.

• Get involved together. An especially meaningful way to honour a mother who is always giving her time and love is to become involved in a difference-making organization. Joint volunteerism is a great way to spend more time together work-

ing toward a worthy goal.

• Enjoy her hobbies and interests. Devote a day or more to trying Mom’s interests and hobbies, whether they include hitting the links, knitting, singing in the church choir, or digging in her garden.

• Send an edible gift. If you can’t be there to celebrate with Mom in person, have a special meal delivered to her door. Then enjoy the same foods with her via Google Meet, Facetime or Zoom. Don’t forget a tasty cocktail so you can toast the special woman in your life.

Mother’s Day celebrations can be unique, heartfelt and customized based on family needs.

PHOTO BELOW BY KAY DE’ATH

A&B DALRYMPLE’S

Its all about Mom!

One stop shop for all Mothers Day flower needs.

Order early for Thursday drop off, and pick up in store!

Neepawa & Area 4H Beef Club learns about cattle health

By Sveinna Bjarnarson Neepawa 4H Beef Club This year, the Neepawa and Area 4H Beef Club have held their business meetings on Zoom. In March, we had Mr. Yvan Bruno from the Central Testing Lab out of Winnipeg join us. Yvan talked about the importance of testing your feed, how to properly collect your feed and all the types of testing they provided. It was very interesting.

In April, we had Dr. Liz Ostendorf from the Neepawa Vet Clinic join us. Dr. Liz

talked to us about general herd health, how to spot if your 4H calf or any other animal was sick, how to treat it and the normal range of temperature in calves and cows.

We asked her lots of questions!

South Parkland Area held the Zones communication on Mar. 26 virtually. Congratulations to Quinn Sawchuk for placing first in the Junior speech category and to Sveinna Bjarnarson for placing second in her Intermediate speech category. Good luck to Quinn in the Provinicial competition, all first place members move on, while the second place are alternates.

We take orders for arrangements, and we can supply all your wedding, funeral and social needs.

For pre order, call

204-728-9047

COUNTRY FARM GREENHOUSES

Neepawa (Co-op)

Open May 3rd Mon - Sat 9am - 6pm Hours After May 17th Mon - Sat 9am - 8pm

Riding Mountain

Open May 3rd Mon - Sat 9am - 8pm

opposite the dam Minnedosa HWY 262N

NEW RENOVATIONS

SO YOU CAN COME IN AND SHOP!!

Or if you prefer curb side pick up phone in your order 2 days before pick up day. Starting May 6th.

Normal hours 9 am to 7:30 pm every day.

EXCITING 4 NIGHT EVENT

“LIGHT UP THE NIGHT”

Tropical House Plants!!

Available for a limited time

Come to our Riding Mountain Location to See our Selection

Come shop our Greenhouse

We’ve renovated to give You a Better Experience

Friday, May 7th & Saturday, May 8th Friday, May 14th & Saturday May 15th WE WILL BE OPEN UNTIL 10 PM!

to place your order or we have fresh arrangements in Neepawa Co-op Grocery store on a daily basis.

Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the greenhouse at night.

Carolyn’s

Floral Designs

carolynsfloraldesigns.ca • 204-728-9047

Check out our surprises and all the wonderful varieties and hanging baskets.

Mother’s Day gift ideas and Fairy garden competition.

For more information call 204-867-3317 Facebook: A&B Dalrymple’s country farm greenhouses dalrymplesgreenhouse.com

info@parksidegardens.ca 1-(204)-967-2135

www.parksidegardens.ca /BeautyGrownRightHere/

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Cleaning up the town

Unique and creative ways to celebrate mom on Mother’s Day Submitted Metro Creative Connection SUBMITTED PHOTOS

Above and left: Eve and Madden Vinnell were helping their mom, Joni, clean up trash in the ditches around Neepawa earlier this month.

Below: On Wednesday, April 21, fire crews were supervising a controlled burn in the Town of Neepawa to get rid of the dead grass from last year.

On Sunday, May 9, millions of people will celebrate the special women in their lives, particularly the mothers, grandmothers and stepmothers who often tirelessly care for those they love.

Created by Anna Jarvis in the early 20th century and designated an official United States holiday in 1914, Mother’s Day is a special day in many families. Apart from birthdays, primary female caregivers may not always get the recognition they deserve, nor be entitled to a day to kick back and relax and let others take the helm. Mother’s Day entitles them to something special.

Even though the way people have been living has changed during the COVID-19 pandemic, Mother’s Day may be the first holiday on the calendar when the world can finally regain some sense of normalcy. But caution should still prevail during Mother’s Day celebrations. Thankfully, there are plenty of creative ways to celebrate mothers and mother figures this year.

• Dine truly “al fresco.” Outdoor dining has become commonplace, and even before it was a safety measure, enjoying a meal on a sun-soaked patio or overlooking a body of water was popular. If you’re worried about limited restaurant space or crowds, plan a picnic at a scenic location, such as a botanical garden or county park. Include Mom’s favourite foods and enjoy the fresh air and delicious foods together.

• Create a photo slideshow. Digital photos have eclipsed prints in many people’s hearts. But too often digital photos never get seen after they’re initially taken. That can change when you compile a slideshow of favourite photos from childhood and even present-day photos that Mom is sure to appreciate. Use sentimental music or Mom’s favourite songs as the soundtrack and include some inspirational quotations or personal voiceovers. This is one gift that can be shared in person or over group meeting apps.

• Get involved together. An especially meaningful way to honour a mother who is always giving her time and love is to become involved in a difference-making organization. Joint volunteerism is a great way to spend more time together work-

ing toward a worthy goal.

• Enjoy her hobbies and interests. Devote a day or more to trying Mom’s interests and hobbies, whether they include hitting the links, knitting, singing in the church choir, or digging in her garden.

• Send an edible gift. If you can’t be there to celebrate with Mom in person, have a special meal delivered to her door. Then enjoy the same foods with her via Google Meet, Facetime or Zoom. Don’t forget a tasty cocktail so you can toast the special woman in your life.

Mother’s Day celebrations can be unique, heartfelt and customized based on family needs.

PHOTO BELOW BY KAY DE’ATH

A&B DALRYMPLE’S

Its all about Mom!

One stop shop for all Mothers Day flower needs.

Order early for Thursday drop off, and pick up in store!

Neepawa & Area 4H Beef Club learns about cattle health

By Sveinna Bjarnarson Neepawa 4H Beef Club This year, the Neepawa and Area 4H Beef Club have held their business meetings on Zoom. In March, we had Mr. Yvan Bruno from the Central Testing Lab out of Winnipeg join us. Yvan talked about the importance of testing your feed, how to properly collect your feed and all the types of testing they provided. It was very interesting.

In April, we had Dr. Liz Ostendorf from the Neepawa Vet Clinic join us. Dr. Liz

talked to us about general herd health, how to spot if your 4H calf or any other animal was sick, how to treat it and the normal range of temperature in calves and cows.

We asked her lots of questions!

South Parkland Area held the Zones communication on Mar. 26 virtually. Congratulations to Quinn Sawchuk for placing first in the Junior speech category and to Sveinna Bjarnarson for placing second in her Intermediate speech category. Good luck to Quinn in the Provinicial competition, all first place members move on, while the second place are alternates.

We take orders for arrangements, and we can supply all your wedding, funeral and social needs.

For pre order, call

204-728-9047

COUNTRY FARM GREENHOUSES

Neepawa (Co-op)

Open May 3rd Mon - Sat 9am - 6pm Hours After May 17th Mon - Sat 9am - 8pm

Riding Mountain

Open May 3rd Mon - Sat 9am - 8pm

opposite the dam Minnedosa HWY 262N

NEW RENOVATIONS

SO YOU CAN COME IN AND SHOP!!

Or if you prefer curb side pick up phone in your order 2 days before pick up day. Starting May 6th.

Normal hours 9 am to 7:30 pm every day.

EXCITING 4 NIGHT EVENT

“LIGHT UP THE NIGHT”

Tropical House Plants!!

Available for a limited time

Come to our Riding Mountain Location to See our Selection

Come shop our Greenhouse

We’ve renovated to give You a Better Experience

Friday, May 7th & Saturday, May 8th Friday, May 14th & Saturday May 15th WE WILL BE OPEN UNTIL 10 PM!

to place your order or we have fresh arrangements in Neepawa Co-op Grocery store on a daily basis.

Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the greenhouse at night.

Carolyn’s

Floral Designs

carolynsfloraldesigns.ca • 204-728-9047

Check out our surprises and all the wonderful varieties and hanging baskets.

Mother’s Day gift ideas and Fairy garden competition.

For more information call 204-867-3317 Facebook: A&B Dalrymple’s country farm greenhouses dalrymplesgreenhouse.com

info@parksidegardens.ca 1-(204)-967-2135

www.parksidegardens.ca /BeautyGrownRightHere/

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CN subdivision lots almost all gone Neepawa Town Council - Apr. 20, 2021

up will continue through to the first week of May. Summer staff positions, for the most part, have been filled.

Notifications have already gone out to all those who have been hired.

• Seed has been ordered for the soccer fields and the dyke project that was constructed last year.

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

Parking request Stone Cliff Builders Inc. recently asked for, and ultimately received a parking space variation on a local housing development. The building company is working on four new 2-storey buildings on 35 Howden Avenue that would serve as a rooming houses for new arrivals planning to work for HyLife Foods. Those individuals would be able to stay in the complex for a month, until they’re able to arrange living quarters of their own.

Under the municipal regulations for a rooming house, one parking space is required for every bedroom within the facilities. That would therefore, require 128 individual parking spaces. Since all the occupants would be new arrivals to Canada and just starting their careers with HyLife, it’s unlikely they would immediately have access to, or be purchasing their

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

The signage in front of the CN Property will need to be updated once again, as three additional lots have recently been sold, leaving just one lot available for purchase.

own vehicles. Stone Cliff asked council to consider lowering the number of mandated parking space from 128 to 88. Council agreed with the request, though they did add an amendment, should additional spaces be needed in the future. Should the 88 spaces not be sufficient, Stone Cliff must sacrifice the intended green space planned for within the development and convert it to additional parking stalls.

WMRL presentation Representatives of the Western Manitoba Regional Library (WMRL) recently spoke to council.

Neepawa Public Library branch supervisor Debra Unger and WMRL director of library services Danielle Hubbard discussed the programming and available outreach between all of the participating libraries.

T he m ission of t he WMRL is to enrich lives and strengthen communities by providing universal access to broad and diverse collections of resources relevant and responsive to community needs.

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Our paper gets published online, so our advertisers’ reach is now farther than ever! www.myWestman.ca neepawa

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Councilor reports Councilor Murray Parrott has noted that the first in-person medical clinic meeting since October was recently held. Discussion at this gathering included noting that there may be a delay to the installation of the UV Therapy booth, as the installing company is based out of Ontario.

Due to recent changes to inter-provincial travel from Ontario to Manitoba, the arrival of the workers has been complicated.

Parrott also notif ied council that renegotiation of the lease with doctors will begin in May. Darren Pudlo provided an update on the Neepawa Kids of Mud Youth Cycling Program, starting on Thursday, Apr. 29. The program, under the current regulations of Tuesday, Apr. 20, will be on Thursday and Sunday evenings for eight weeks, with the last scheduled ride set for June 20.

Darryl Gerrard provided an update to the most recent Whitemud Watershed meeting, which was held on Apr. 15. The discussion

primarily focused upon upcoming projects for the season and a review of its budget.

Manager of Operations report • It has been confirmed

The Neepawa Banner & Press

2021 Graduation issue will be published

Friday, June 18, 2021

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that Jack Follows has formally retired after 41 years of service with the Town of Neepawa at the cemetery.

The Town thanks Jack for his years of service.

• The sidewalk tender has been issued and spring clean

CAO report The Town of Neepawa has received a letter from the Minister of Municipal Relations regarding a one time top up grant to the community’s local Handyvan program. $10,000 has been provided to assist the endeavour. There are specific parameters for the usage of this support, specifically for the offset the per kilometre charge for clients travelling to and from vaccination appointments that is located outside of their home community and the purchase of protective equipment.

Let’s Celebrate Our Local Graduates

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He who hesitates is lost… especially when it comes to buying real estate. On Tuesday, Apr. 20, Neepawa Town Council approved the sale of three additional residential (RT) lots on the former CN property. With these latest purchases, 45 of the 46 pieces of land that were made available to the public earlier this year are now spoken for.

Two of the lots were sold to Agassiz Builders, a contractor based in Neepawa, in the amount of $45,000 per lot. A single lot (Lot 3) was also approved for sale at the special meeting in the amount of $45,000 to Ricardo Sandoval.

The Town of Neepawa initially purchased the property from C.N. Rail back in 2013 for $450,000.

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call: 204-476-3401 email: print@neepawabanner.com before the June 4, 2021 deadline.

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Chicken barn property housing development receives first reading We would like to thank the community members and businesses in Neepawa and the surrounding areas for your participation in the Neepawa & District Chamber of Commerce Shop Local Campaign.

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

A large portion of land, known locally as the “Chicken Barn” land, could soon be home to a new housing proposal.

By Ken Waddell

Neepawa Banner & Press

As advertised in The Neepawa Banner & Press, t he Neepawa & A rea Planning District (NAPD) board held a Public Hearing on Apr. 26 to consider a housing proposal for a large parcel of land locally known as the “Chicken Barn” land.

The proposal calls for setting up some Highway Commercial Area south of and parallel to Veteran’s Way. South of that, over 200 units of housing are proposed.

T he ow ners are loca l

farmers, Danny and Ron Bray.

According to Jeff Braun, Development Of f icer/ Building Inspector with NAPD, the hearing went well. Braun said, “At a request by the owner’s consultant, there were some minor alterations needed to the map.” He added that, “The next steps are to send it to our regional planning office to have the map adjusted to suit the request from public hearing, then it will come back to the board to receive a second reading. Once second reading is done, it will go to the

Minister for review and approval prior to third reading and adoption [by NAPD].”

Gladstone Auction Mart Cattle Market Report April 27, 2021 Steers

3-400 lbs.

4-500 lbs.

5-600 lbs.

6-700 lbs.

7-800 lbs.

8-900 lbs.

900+ lbs.

Bulls

$2.42 to 3.01 $1.95 to 2.79 $1.95 to 2.53 $1.75 to 2.20 $1.65 to 2.05 $1.55 to 1.77 $1.60 to 1.62 $1.0475 to 1.165

Heifers

3-400 lbs. $2.10 to 2.58 4-500 lbs. $1.90 to 2.28 5-600 lbs. $1.75 to 2.14 6-700 lbs. $1.40 to 1.87 7-800 lbs. $1.40 to 1.79 8-900 lbs. $1.30 to 1.57 900+ lbs. $1.44 to 1.49 Cows $0.62 to 0.965 864 head sold

Day Three: Dry Ground By the end of Day 2, the planet was experiencing day and night under a cloudy sky; but water covered the whole earth.

So once again, God spoke, and the seas were separated from the dry land. Nothing new was created. The dry ground simply rose above the surface of the water.

And places like the Himalayas and Hawaii are still rising, thanks to natural forces which operate in the earth today.

The dry ground was called “land” or “earth”. This is the dry ground that appeared on the “third day”.

Let’s review. The planet is no longer dark. It has an atmosphere and it has dry ground. The planet is now ready for the plants that will help put oxygen into the air.

The sun is still hidden by the clouds. But remember: No light was visible until the atmosphere became translucent. No sky was visible until the “garment of cloud” rose. No land was visible until it rose above the seas.

Even yet, no sun is visible. But three different habitats - air, land and sea – have been prepared for life.

To be continued.

Our campaign provided insight on the Chamber businesses in and around Neepawa, and encouraged our communities to Shop Local in our businesses. Continue to follow, share, tag and comment on our Neepawa Chamber Facebook and Instagram social media sites @neepawachamber and #neepawachamber. For support for your business, please contact the Neepawa & District Chamber of Commerce at neepawachamber.ca, call the office 204-476-5292 or email us at info@neepawachamber.com.

A huge thank you to our Chamber members below.

We are stronger as a community, and are so thankful for your contributions.

2021 Neepawa & District Chamber of Commerce Members as of April 23, 2021 Affiliated Financial Equipment Leasing (Nicole Rice) Ag West Equipment Ltd. Apple Nutrition Arts Forward Bay Hill Inns & Suites BMO B.P. Ag Society B.P. Community Foundation B.P. Medical Clinic Inc B.P. Museum Boston Pizza Buzz Bradley Sales Century 21 Westman Chicken Corral Christianson TDS CIBC Country Home Office Service Dairy Queen - Neepawa Diamond Waterworks Neepawa Dudenhoffer Farms Eileen Clarke, Agassiz MLA Enns Brothers Farmery Estate Brewery Giant Tiger Gill & Schmall Agencies Greenhouse Neepawa Harris Pharmacy House of Higantes Food Products Hylife Foods LP. Its Time Fashion & Gifts J.M.D. Farms Ltd. John’s Electric Ltd. K.K. Penner Tire Centre Ken Dalgliesh Consulting Kin Club of Neepawa Kinley Thomson Chartered Professional Accountants Lola’s Bakery Manitoba Liquor Commission Mazergroup Neepawa McLaughlin, GM Meighen Haddad LLP MNP, LLP NAC-TV Neepawa & Area Immigrant Settlement Services Neepawa Banner & Press Neepawa Engraving Neepawa Freshmart Neepawa Golf & Country Club Neepawa Gladstone Co-op Ltd. Neepawa Home Hardware & Building Centre

Neepawa Jr. A Hockey Club Neepawa Pharmacy Neepawa Public Library Neepawa Salvation Army Neepawa Subway Neepawa Tax and Bookkeeping Neepawa Tire Neepawa Village Optical Nick’s Repair Service Ltd. Northstar Seed Ltd. Orv’s Appliance Sales & Service Ltd Plett Construction Ltd PromoTime Provost Signs Pyramid Collision Center RBC R.M. of North Cypress/Langford R.M. of Rosedale Re/Max Prairie Mountain Rocky Mountain Equipment LP Rolling River School Division Rotary Club of Neepawa Roxy Theatre Royal Canadian Legion #23 Stride Credit Union Sutton-Harrison Realty TAC Ventures Inc. Taylor Law Office Team Electronics The Lily Nook Thomas Windows & Glass TIC Parts and Service Ltd. Tim Horton’s Touchwood Park Assoc.

Town of Neepawa Trail Meats Valley Optical Ltd. Venus Hair and Body Care Vivian Motor Hotel Westlake Employment Skills & Services Centre Westman Communications Group Westward Ford Sales Ltd. Westway Inn White’s Funeral Service Whitey’s Fitness Body Shop Yellowhead Bowhunters Yellowhead Centre (Recreation) Yellowhead Windows Your Dollar Store with More

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Carberry/North Cypress-Langford

Here and there

APRIL 30, 2021

Carberry Lanes manager recognized for 30 years’ service

By Gladwyn Scott Neepawa Banner & Press • Like most recreation facilities, the local bowling lanes have been very quiet during the last year.

For Carberry Lanes manager, Sylvia Swaenepoel, this would mark 30 years.

She has trained over 3,000 bowlers; some are kids of her original kids. Swaenepoel is the current president of the Westman 5 Pin Bowlers’ Association.

She has received a Lifetime Membership in the Manitoba 5 Pin Bowlers’ Association for her dedication and leadership. Sylvia was named Grassroots Coach of the Year in 2010 and also received the Carberry Sports Volunteer of the Year from the Chamber of Commerce.

She is also a 5 Pin Bowling officials’ clinician. Keep up the good work, Sylvia!

• Josten North is a 15-yearold Carberry Collegiate student who is quite proficient in archery. He was to participate in the Nationals in Winnipeg Sunday, Apr. 18. However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, most other provincial archers were unable to travel. Josten competes in the cadet division and does much of his practicing out at the Mott farm, shooting into bales.

• The Santa Clara Baseball League held its annual meeting in Neepawa Tuesday, Apr. 20, with all six teams returning for the 2021 season. The Austin A’s, Carberry Royals, Neepawa Cubs, Ebb & Flow Lakers, Plumas Pirates and Portage Padres are planning for a 15 game schedule for each team.

Playoff structure will be similar to last year, with all six teams involved and the top two teams getting a first round bye.

Warren Birch (Carberry) was returned as president with Tom Yandeau (Plumas) as his vicepresident. New health regulations will require coaches to wear masks.

• The Western Hockey League has announced that all playoffs have been

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Above left: Sylvia Swaenepoel, manager at Carberry Lanes bowling alley, received a lifetime membership award from the Manitoba 5 Pin Bowling association. Above right: Josten North, of Carberry, was set to compete at archery Nationals in Winnipg last week.

cancelled due to the pandemic. Saskatoon, Brandon and Winnipeg are on top of the seven teams who finish their 24 game schedule Apr. 30 in the Regina bubble, which is played at the Brandt centre. The seven major junior clubs are housed in the University of Regina dormitories. Individual and team awards will be presented in each of the four WHL divisions.

• The first of two Grand Slam championships in the Calgary bubble ended Sunday, Apr. 18, with Bruce Mouat, of Scotland, doubling Brendan Bottcher 6-3 in the finals. Rachel Homan won the women’s division 6-3 over Switzerland’s Sylvana Tirinzoni.

Mouat made a spectacular last rock shot to score two and edge Brad Gushue, of St. John’s, NL, 5-4 in the semi-finals. Bottcher tallied four in the seventh to defeat Kevin Koe in the other semi-final. Mouat received $25,000 and the Cham-

pions Cup while Bottcher took home $17,000 as the runner-up.

Homan downed Kerri Einarson, two-time Canadian champion, 5-3 in the semi-final and collected her eleventh Grand Slam crown after giving birth to her second child three weeks earlier.

The same 24 world class rinks, 12 women’s and a dozen men’s, competed for the Player’s Championship Apr. 20 to 25. Derek Samagalski, of Carberry, plays second for Mike McEwen’s foursome, which is skipped

by Reid Carruthers as Mike is back in Winnipeg with his wife, Dawn, who delivered their second child.

After two grand Slams, Kerri Einarson will represent Canada in the 14 country World Women’s Championship in Calgary, the final of seven high profile curling events.

• Twenty five years ago, the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame was established to recognize players, coaches,

Eileen Clarke

MLA for Agassiz

Constituency Office 17-B Dennis St. W Gladstone, MB R0J 0T0 Phone 204.385.2469 Email agassizmla@outlook.com

umpires, managers and teams who had made sub-

stantial contributions to the sport. The attractive

museum at Morden was officially opened in 1999 by Terry Hind, former Winnipeg Goldeyes general manager and 1997 Hall of Fame inductee. An annual banquet, which drew 500 to 700 people, was held from 1997 to 2019, but was cancelled for 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19.

The next banquet is slated for the first Saturday in June 2022.

Neepawa will host the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame Golf Tournament Friday, Aug. 27, 2021. Further information is available from Landon Cameron (476-5711) and Don Schmall (476-2345).

• Carberry Collegiate students were out in full force to clean up the town on Earth Day Thursday, Apr. 22.

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Thank you to everyone for the birthday wishes, cards and phone calls on my 90th birthday. It certainly made my birthday special for me.

Gratefully, Annie Reimer.

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings postponed. Call 204841-0002 _____________________ KINSMEN KOURT 2 assisted living for seniors is now accepting applications for residency. Pick up an application at Stride Credit Union Neepawa, to be mailed back to Box 1842 Neepawa or the applications can be found on the website www. kinsmenkourts2.ca or email kinsmenkourts2@yahoo. com For further information call 431-351-0611

Neepawa Banner & Press offers full research and re-print services from our archives that go back to 1896. Additional copies of papers, $2 each depending on availability. Re-print of a page from past copies, $2 per page. Archival research, $25 per hour with a $10 minimum. Individual photos on photo paper $5 depending if we have a suitable original in our digital, print or photo archives. Ken Waddell, publisher

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

Apartment for rent. Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-8412006

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Single Family Plot in Riverside Cemetery. Lot 13, Block 13, Range 28. Beautiful location on the West Side $1,000 obo. Call 204-296-2226.

Obituary Wesley Irwin Steen

PAULA (POLLY) THOMPSON (nee ELEEN) April 19, 1926 - March 19, 2021 On Friday, March 19, 2021 Paula (Polly) Thompson, of Russell, Manitoba, passed away at the age of 94, peacefully at home on the farm as she wanted to. We are forever grateful for this.

Paula is survived by her three sons, Clayton, Robert (Russell), and Jim (Winnipeg); sister-in-law Anne Thomson (Toronto); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Clayton Thompson; her parents, Pearl and William Eleen; sister Olga (Max Wolko); brother John Eleen; sister Anne (Lorne) Lester; and sister-in-law Luba Eleen.

Paula was born in Siniow, Poland on April 19, 1926. Her family immigrated to Canada in 1929, along with other Ukrainian families. They farmed in the Glenella area and later at Arden, MB. She remembered digging Seneca roots with her Mom to sell at the local store to help get by during the Depression. As a young woman, she had fond memories of working as a practical nurse at Ste. Rose du Lac Hospital and as a store clerk in Rorketon. After the Second World War, she married Clayton Thompson and together, they raised three sons. Paula and Clayton farmed at Glenavon, Kelso and Saltcoats, SK and, since 1964, near Russell.

Paula loved gardening, good food, lilacs, chickadees and the warmth of a wood fire. She had a lifelong passion for reading. Her favourite book was Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Mom was a person of great strength and of gentleness, kindness and compassion. She had a good sense of humour and loved people, hearing their stories and seeing the best in them.

She had a special knack for finding four-leaf clovers and sharing their luck with others. Her homemade cards with a four-leaf clover and hand-written messages of hope and love will be remembered by the many people who received them to mark special occasions and during difficult times. As a relative once said — she was a gem.

Mom was always thankful for Tommy Douglas, the Father of Medicare. She truly believed he was our greatest Canadian.

At Paula’s request, cremation has taken place, with interment in the Moffat Cemetery, Moffat, SK, at a later date. If friends so desire, contributions of remembrance can be made to a charity of their choice.

We love you Mom and you will always be in our hearts.

“Life is short and we have not too much time gladdening the hearts of those who are travelling the dark way with us.

Oh be swift to love! Make haste to be kind.”

Henri Amiel “Every blade in the field Every leaf in the forest lays down its life in its season as beautifully as it was taken up.”

Henry David Thoreau Arrangements in care of Tubman’s Cremation Funeral Services, Wolseley, SK. To offer condolences, please visit tubmanfh.com

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Irwin passed away at Carberry Hospital on April 21st, 2021 at the age of 93. Mourning his loss are his wife Linda (McIntosh) of 61 years, sons Daryl (Chris), Mervyn (Dwayne) and Garth (Debra); grandchildren Jefferey, Mykel, Zachary and Tynille; brothers Byron (Betty) of Carberry and Bruce (Pat) of Winnipeg; sisterin-law Gwen Regambal of Brandon; brother-in-law Don McIntosh (Muriel) of Carberry, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside service to follow at a later date.

Birth Proud grandparents Warren and Joan Burton of Neepawa and Leo and Lori Zwarich of Carberry would like to announce the safe arrival of

Louella “Lou” Jane Burton.

Born January 25th, 2021.

Lou weighed 7lbs, 12 ounces and was 21.5 inches long.

The Burtons are excited to announce their 5th grandchild.

Thank You The members of Gladstone Elks Lodge #317, in partnership with Elks of Canada, wish to extend our heartfelt message in recognition of the exceptional service

Frontline Workers

have provided and continue to provide during the COVID-19 pandemic. Your dedication, commitment and courage, deserve our deepest gratitude and admiration.

In appreciation, a monetary donation will be made to Central Plains Cancer Care.

- Gladstone Elks Lodge #217

The family of Rick Smith wish to thank the community, family and friends for their prayers, phone calls, cards and messages of love and support.

We really appreciated the visits, food, floral arrangements and donations. Thanks to Pastor Vosper for going above and beyond to accommodate our families wishes. Thank you to Clarke’s Funeral Home for their guidance and kindness. Special thanks to the staff of the Neepawa Hospital and Rivers Rehab Center for their efforts.

Doreen, Trevor, Sherri, Kevin, Conrad and all of our families

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Polled Hereford yearling bulls. Call Vern Kartanson at Minnedosa 204-867-2627 or 204-867-7315.

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Notice NEEPAWA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB PESTICIDE USE PROGRAM PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the Neepawa Golf & Country Club proposes to use Dedicate Stressguard, Qualipro Pendant, Insignia, Honor, Mirage Stressguard for turf diseases, Trillion for the control of noxious weeds, MaxForce Quantum, Merit Solupack Insecticide for the control of insects.

Pesticide application will take place between May 26, 2021 to Nov. 15, 2021.

Submissions pertaining to the above should be made in writing within 15 days of the appearance of this notice to: Manitoba Conservation and Climate Environmental Approvals Branch Pesticides Program 1007 Century, Winnipeg, MB. R3H 0W4

The Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah REGARDING THE 2021 FINANCIAL PLAN PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act that the Council of the Rural Municipality of MintoOdanah intends to present its financial plan for the fiscal year 2021 at a public hearing at the Minnedosa Community Conference Center on the 13th day of May, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Council will hear any person who wishes to make a representation, ask questions, or register an objection to the financial plan, as provided.

Copies of the financial plan are available for review and may be examined by any person by making arrangements to pick-up a copy using social distancing requirements, during the regular office hours of the municipal office at 49 Main Street, Minnedosa, MB, or request a copy to be sent electronically.

The Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah is committed to following the guidelines set out by The Provincial Government regarding social distancing as well as the requirements of the Municipal Act. Anyone interested in attending the hearing is requested to RSVP to the municipal office prior to the hearing. Persons may attend in person or by teleconference.

Aaren Robertson, C.M.M.A., C.A.O. Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah Phone: (204) 867-3282 Email: mintoodanah@wcgwave.ca

Municipality of North Cypress-Langford Public Hearing 2021 Financial Plan

Date: May 17th, 2021 Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Municipal Office (316 4th Ave, Carberry) At this time the Council of the Municipality of North Cypress-Langford will present the 2021 Financial Plan for the municipality. 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 on our website www.rmofnorthcypress.ca or upon request from the municipal office, 316 4th Avenue during regular business hours. Questions and remarks may also be directed by letter to our Chief Administrative Officer or through our email address at ncl@rmofnorthcypress.ca Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, we ask that anyone interested in participating preregister with the Municipal Office by May 14, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. by calling (204) 834-6600 or email ncl@rmofnorthcypress.ca Trish Fraser Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of North Cypress-Langford April 27, 2021 (In accordance with subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act)

MUNICIPALITY OF GLENELLA - LANSDOWNE 2021 Dust Control Program

The Municipality of Glenella – Lansdowne will accept requests for application of dust control, on a PRE-PAYMENT BASIS, on municipal roads in front of residences within the Municipality.

The cost is $300 per 300 ft.

Upon request, forms can be emailed, faxed or downloaded from our website www.glenella.ca Deadline to submit request forms is Monday, May 10, 2021.

Wendy Wutzke, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of Glenella - Lansdowne 204-352-4281

DUST CONTROL

The Municipality of North Cypress-Langford will spray for dust control in front of residences starting at 200ft for a fee of $366.00 or $1.83/linear ft.

Please phone 204-834-6600 to confirm your application and have payment submitted by May 14, 2021.

Include your name, legal description of land, and linear feet requested.

We reserve the right to grade through dust control sites if necessary DUST CONTROL WILL NOT BE APPLIED UNLESS PAYMENT RECEIVED PRIOR TO APPLICATION Municipality of North Cypress-Langford Keep up to date with our website at www.townofcarberry.ca or Facebook page at Carberry North Cypress - Langford

COMPOST PICKUP

The Town of Neepawa Public Works staff will begin spring compost pickup—leaves and yard waste in COMPOSTABLE (PAPER) BAGS ONLY and small/short bundles of branches.

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Residents are reminded that household garbage is not allowed at the compost site and violators will be fined.

As per By‐Law No. 3166‐16, no person shall sweep, dump or otherwise deposit leaves, grass clippings, branches or any other li�er into any gu�er, boulevard, street, or other public place.

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GRASS CUTTING Tenders will be received by the undersigned for grass cutting at the following locations: Alonsa School McCreary School Ste. Rose School McCreary Bus Garage Glenella School École Laurier Please tender separately for each location. Tenders are to be made on a per cut basis, and include equipment that will be used. A performance bond may be required. **New for this cutting season cutting and trimming will include each location in its entirety. ** For further information regarding yard size and areas to be cut, contact the undersigned.

Tenders close: Noon Monday, May 10, 2021 Mark envelopes: GRASS CUTTING TENDER The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Send tenders to: Stephen Oversby, Maintenance Supervisor Turtle River School Division Box 309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0 Phone: 204-835-2067 Fax: 204-835-2426 Email: soversby@trsd.ca

Help Wanted FOR SALE

By way of private sale, under an Order for Sale by Private Contract, under the Real Property Act the following land is hereby listed for sale: Lots 1 to 5 (Both Inclusive) Plan 66174 NLTO in NW ¼ 33-14-15WPM The property is commonly known as follows: #42 Commerce St. Neepawa – Lot & Building #44 Commerce St. Neepawa – Bare Lot #46 Commerce St. Neepawa – Bare Lot #48 Commerce St. Neepawa – Bare Lot #50 Commerce St. Neepawa – Bare Lot All properties will be sold in as is condition with the purchaser responsible to ensure that all improvements comply with local building codes and that the necessary permits are in place.

The vendor is open to offers and all offers will be considered. The properties may be purchased individually or in multiples of any nature including all 5 lots as a package.

All sales are subject to approval by the Land Titles Office.

For further information regarding these properties please contact Brent at 204-841-3771.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is hiring

SEASONAL AGRO HELP

FOODS Meat Cutters/Production Personnel HyLife is a global leader in food processing. Our mission is to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we need talented people to join our HyLife team as the company continues to grow.

HyLife is committed to our employees and we have an exciting new career opportunity in the beautiful town of Neepawa, MB for you to explore!

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 production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between!

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 $15.45/hour plus $1.00/hour perfect attendance bonus!

Wage scale extends to $23.05 per hour In addition to HyLife’s benefits, vacation time and competitive salary our company also offers a $500 dollar employee referral bonus program!

HyLife is here to support you on building an exciting career with our team!

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is hiring

FULL TIME GAS BAR/C-STORE MANAGER TRAINEE

at our Gas Bar/C-Store Departments in Neepawa and Gladstone, Manitoba.

Who we are: Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs We are looking for: Reporting directly to Gas Bar/C-Store Manager, this position is exposed to all aspects of the Gas Bar/CStore and operates within approved budgets, policies and programs. The Manager Trainee works as an understudy of the Manager, completes on the job Cooperative Retail System (CRS) training, attends CRS training programs and learns on the job.

The successful candidate will be responsible for learning aspects of the Gas Bar/C-Store department including but not limited to; sales, marketing, pricing, inventory control, merchandising, and staff management.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we are working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Apply online at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs or contact us at g.finkewich@neepawagladstonecoop.com for more information.

at our Agro Centre in Neepawa, Manitoba.

Who we are: Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs We are looking for: 1 Ton Truck Drivers Applicants must possess a Class 5 Driver’s License.

Length of employment may vary from 2-6 months.

Tandem Truck Drivers Positions include NH3 Drivers, Dry Fertilizer Drivers, and other duties as assigned.

Applicants must possess a Class 3 w/Air Driver’s License.

Length of employment may vary from 2-6 months.

Must provide a valid Driver’s Abstract dated within 30 days.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Apply online at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs or contact us at g.finkewich@neepawagladstonecoop.com for more information or Fill out an application at either Agro locations or mail to: Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op Box 879, Neepawa, MB. R0J 1H0

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

Maple Leaf Construction Ltd. Country Division

is currently hiring seasonal Class 3 with Air Tandem Drivers/Labourer Duties include: • Operate the Tandem and equipment safely • Perform maintenance check and pre trip inspections • Ensure proper loading of asphalt and aggregates and verify the type and weight of materials being hauled; • Ensure on-time delivery of asphalt, aggregates and other road construction materials • Maintain truck box to remove any/all debris when necessary; • Perform miscellaneous labourer activities throughout the day as necessary Requirements include: • 2 years’ experience in road construction industry preferred • Confident ability to back up loaded trailers • Valid Class 3 Driver’s License and clean abstract • Knowledge of construction materials • Must be physically fit • Good attitude, punctual, ability to work independently as well as with others • Must be able to work on a crew out of town and stay in a camp setting This position offers board/food allowance Our employees enjoy the benefits of working with a successful team and we offer a competitive compensation program. For those interested, please send your resume and a copy of your current drivers abstract to: hr@mapleleafconstruction.ca or fax to 204.786.3106

Box 746 Neepawa MB R0J 1H0

Full Time Parts Person Position Located in Neepawa Manitoba, we are an agricultural machinery sales and service and highway tractor and trailer repair facility. Our parts people play an important role on our team, they welcome customer in our store and on the phones. They are knowledgeable about the products and services we sell and find the right parts for our customers needs. They work closely with service technicians and assist with getting the parts the technicians need.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Promptly assist customer needs both in person and on the phone.

• Maintain and enhance the display area throughout the store, clean and organize parts displays and bins.

• Arrange, organize and stock parts.

• Help shipping/receiving department by distributing parts to the appropriate area within the store.

• Monitor, maintain and update parts inventory by checking information on the computer and physically verifying location and quantities.

• Participate in annual parts inventory.

EXPERIENCE: • At least 1-year experience in Parts Department preferred.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Knowledge of Agricultural Equipment strongly preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Ability to work extended hours and Saturdays • The job requires an employee to stand, climb ladders, operate forklift and other machinery and lift up to 75 pounds.

• Excellent computer skills.

• The right person for this job would have a friendly and outgoing personality, someone who enjoys working with the public. They would also need to be organized and detail orientated.

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 want it to be YOU! Come join our HyLife team.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WE OFFER: • Competitive Hourly Wage Dependent On Experience • Company RRSP • Dental and Medical Package • Product Related Training and Development Application Deadline - May 7, 2021

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KALDECK TRUCK & TRAILER INC.

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THE BATTERY MAN 1390 St. James St., WPG 1-877-775-8271 www.batteryman.ca

The Aurora 1648 SqFt RTM

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Neepawa Rotary Club helps pay for medical clinic’s vaccine fridge O n A p r. 2 3 , Wa y n e Jacobsen (left), president of the Neepawa Rotary Club, presented Don Schmall, chair of the Beautiful Plains Community Medical Clinic (BPCMC), and Dr. Kristen Wareham with a cheque of $2,000 to help cover the costs of a fridge the clinic recently acquired to store vaccines.

The new fridge will be able to store vaccines, such as the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, flu vaccine and the vaccines required for babies and children. It is also equipped with an alarm in case of a temperature change or power outage. The total cost of the fridge is around $6,000.

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This beautiful 29-acre Property north of Ohla & near Riding Mountain National Park is very versatile. Enjoy hunting, fishing, raising animals, nature, camping, or building a cabin or yearround home. This property has it all!

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A healthy dose of local generosity

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The local generosity continued for Touchwood with the cheque presentations pictured here.

Above: The R.M. of Rosedale, represented by Michael Porok and Rob Scott, presented a donation of $1,406 to Touchwood on Friday. The cheque was received by Judy Gabler, Touchwood board member, and Blake McCutcheon, board director.

Right: Theresa Francis, representing Farm Credit Canda (FCC), presented Touchwood vice chair Jeff Braun and Holly Pankratz, director of day services, with a donation of $1,000. These funds specifically will be put towards creating a playground accessible for a variety of users.

Above, left: Wayne Jacobsen, president of Neepawa Rotary Club, presented two cheques, totalling $6,400, to Touchwood representatives Shelley Lepischak and Blake McCutcheon. Of this total, $3,400 consists of a portion of the funds raised by the Rotary Auction. The Rotary had also applied for a Rotary district grant, which was approved to make up the other $3,000 in order to support the work that Touchwood does in the community.

Below: Stacy Turner and Michelle Gilmore, of Stride Credit Union, presented a $1,500 cheque to Jodi Baker and Blake McCutcheon, representing Touchwood Park.

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Rotary, Farmery, Co-op support Neepawa Nursery School

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Pictured, from left: Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op general manager Brian Hedley, Nursery School director Susan Paluch, Rotary president Wayne Jacobsen and Farmery senior tour guide Jim Danino.

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The Rotary Club’s virtual beer tasting event, which took place on Apr. 9, was held to raise money for the Neepawa Nursery School. Rotary president Wayne Jacobsen explained that they had originally planned to do the beer tasting as just a social event for the club, but when they heard that the Nursery School’s provincial funding was being cut, they decided to open it up to the community and host it as a fundraiser.

The event was held in partnership with Farmery Estate Brewer y, which supplied the beer, and Neepawa-Gladstone Coop, which supplied an appetizer package to ticket buyers. Farmery and Coop both donated back the cost of the beverages and food to the Rotary Club so that they could make a larger donation to the Nursery School. The total that was donated to the Nursery School was $1,000.

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An update from Neepawa Tourism on its plans for 2021 You’ve likely noticed that new splash of colour along the lampposts of Mountain Avenue.

That’s Neepawa Tourism’s latest effort to highlight our numerous and varied local attractions.

The goal for 2021 is to establish these banners and new wayfinding signage in the community for our many great local attractions.

While Neepawa Tourism’s logo will be a lot more prominent in the community this year, it’s not replacing the Town of Neepawa’s existing brand. That logo will also remain a source of pride for our community.

We’re just adding a little extra splash.

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Neepawa Banner & Press staff member John Drinkwater rolled up his sleeve for a COVID-19 vaccine at the Brandon Super Site in the Keystone Centre on Wednesday, Apr. 21. Drinkwater said it didn’t hurt, despite the large syringe!

(Disclaimer: Don’t be afraid, the needle pictured is not the real size of the ones used to vaccinate!)

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Evan and Caitlin Rogers learned more than just academics during their time of remote schooling during last year’s school shutdown. They got some face-to-face time with the sheep on their farm near Eden.

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Haylands and grasslands welcome waterfowl

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April is prime time for migrating waterfowl to return to south western Manitoba.

Why is this area so special to waterfowl? The wetlands, haylands and grasslands of the Prairie Pothole Region are some of the best waterfowl habitats on the planet.

Spring is a critical time in the life cycle of a duck. The migration from their south winter home is a strenuous journey. Early arriving duck pairs are quick to seek out areas to feed, breed and nest.

“Lakes and wetlands are often frozen in early spring, so ducks search out shallow depressions in farmers’ fields and pastures that fill with runoff from melting snow and rain,” says habitat conservation specialist Roy Bullion. “The nutrient-rich soils warm rapidly and create an ideal environment for the growth of aquatic invertebrates, such as insect larvae, snails and shrimp.

These provide the protein and calcium the nesting hens need to build up their energy to produce a clutch of eggs.”

The female duck chooses the nesting area. Healthy stands of haylands and

Healthy stands of haylands and grasslands are a welcome site to nesting waterfowl.

grasslands are a welcome site to nesting waterfowl. “In most cases, the hen is homing to the site of her birth or a site where she successfully hatched a nest,” Bullion says. “The hen targets sheltered spaces near water with a lot of vegetation so she can stay safe and camouflaged while she incubates her eggs.” Of the ducklings that hatch, 40 to 60 per cent will not survive to fly.

Ducks need wetlands to survive. Across the Prairie

Pothole Region, including southwest Manitoba, wetlands and natural grasslands are disappearing. Estimates indicate up to 70 per cent of wetlands have been lost or degraded in populated Manitoba.

“Most ducks in Manitoba will be raised on private farmland,” says habitat conservation specialist Ian Fortune. “So, it is important to develop and implement programs and policies that provide financial incentives

for landowners to retain and restore wetlands and nesting habitat. There are a number of conservation organizations and watershed districts in Manitoba that offer incentive programs.”

“Manitoba Habitat Heritage Corporation (MHHC) offers financial compensation through conservation easement agreements to landowners who are interested in protecting wetlands and important uplands for the benefit of waterfowl,

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species at risk and other wildlife,” says Fortune.

“MHHC also offers wetland restoration programs to restore previously drained wetlands. In partner-

ship with Delta Waterfowl, MHHC also installs and maintains duck nest tunnels primarily in the Minnedosa and Shoal Lake regions.”

Each spring, 12 of the most common duck species make the flight north to the Prairie Pothole Region. Up to 50 per cent of the North American population of eight of these duck species is supported by prairie pothole habitat.

For more information on wetland conservation programs offered by the Manitoba Habitat Heritage Corporation, contact the Habitat Conservation Specialists, Roy Bullion, at 204-729-7592 in Shoal Lake, Ian Fortune at 431235-3058 in Hamiota or Wes Pankratz at 204-8670337 in Minnedosa, or go to the website at www.mhhc. mb.ca Wayne Hildebrand is a retired agrologist and land/water manager.

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Canadian beef industry New website will inspire expands ambitious students to ‘thinkAG’ long-term goals about their future News Release Agriculture in the Classroom Canada

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News Release Canadian Beef Advisors The Canadian beef industry knows it has a vital role to play in being part of the solution for climate change. Building upon five-year goals that were outlined in the 2020-2024 National Beef Strategy, the industry has now identified a suite of ambitious 10-year goals that provide clear messaging about the process to continually improve how cattle are raised and enhance the natural environments under the care of beef farmers and ranchers. We are pleased to announce the second phase of these goals; addressing improvements in water and soil quality, supporting the health and safety of people throughout the supply chain, improving beef quality and incorporating technology to improve efficiencies.

This entire suite of longterm goals highlights the work of the Canadian beef industry as integral for climate change mitigation, supporting communities, embracing innovation and

the overall sustainability of our food system. “We want Canadians to know that we share their concerns around climate change and the need for a resilient food supply,” notes Bob Lowe, an Alberta rancher and President of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA). “Raising cattle in Canada is good for the environment and these goals demonstrate how we are striving to make every sector of the industry even better.”

Tyler Bjornson, chair of the Canadian Meat Council Beef and Veal Committee and current chair of the Canadian Beef Advisors adds that, “We are committed to doing the right thing for our land, our animals and our environment and this is precisely what these goals are meant to demonstrate– this unwavering commitment.”

The wide variety of topics covered in the long-term goals underscores the vast benef its of raising beef cattle in Canada, beyond supplying global protein demand, and addresses all five of the principles of

beef sustainability adopted here in Canada – Natural Resources, People & Community, Animal Health and Welfare, Food and Efficiency & Innovation.

The goal development process was collaborative and iterative, receiving feedback from multiple stakeholder groups to inform and refine these goals to be both ambitious and attainable.

The group responsible for overall delivery of the goals is the Canadian Beef Advisors, which consists of elected leaders and staff representation of the seven national beef organizations responsible for policy, marketing, research and sustainability.

They are a diverse group of experienced industry representatives, who are responsible for advancing the strategy with the industry stakeholders, providing recommendations on future direction and reporting results against the strategy goals and objectives.

Learn more about the vision and goals for a dynamic and profitable Canadian cattle and beef industry at www.beefstrategy.com.

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Agriculture in the Classroom Canada (AITC-C), along with its 10 provincial member organizations, is excited to announce the launch of thinkAG.ca, a new website aimed at getting middle years to high school students curious about careers in Canada’s agriculture and food sector.

The interactive website takes students on a journey to discover how their interests match up with careers in agriculture and food, showcased by over 70 career profiles highlighting the many diverse jobs that exist along the agricultural value chain.

Students will also have access to information about post-secondary options and scholarship opportunities.

“This is the first website of its kind in Canada– guiding students to uncover how their futures can fit into the agriculture industry,” said Shayla Hertz, AITC-C’s thinkAG manager. “We need to help students see themselves, and how their skills fit, in agriculture and food. We want them to know that people who have not grown up on a farm or with an ag background are often the most valuable additions to agriculture because they question the status quo. New and fresh perspectives are needed in an industry that’s forever growing in complexity and vital to feeding our world.”

Right now, in Canada, there are more jobs in agriculture than there are people to fill them. This website is a revolutionary way to encourage students to recognize how their interests and skills fit into the agriculture sector– rather than the other way around– and promotes finding meaningful careers in Canadian agriculture and food.

“Agriculture is how we will address some of the toughest challenges facing our communities, and thinkAG is how we will prepare the next generation of leaders to help us solve them,” said Connie Tamoto, Cargill’s Senior Manager for Corporate Responsibility in Canada. “Through engaging activities and real-life examples, thinkAG highlights the exciting and chal-

lenging careers in agriculture available today and in the future.”

Cargill is a presenting sponsor of the website through a $200,000 commitment over two years. The website was also brought to life through support from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Canadian Agriculture Partnership program and Farm Credit Canada. thinkAG has been a national initiative of AITC-C since 2018 and includes several other resources, programs and event offerings, including genAG, a career exploration program that involves students developing innovative marketing concepts to promote agriculture and food career options to their peers, and the Career Exploration Activity Toolkit, a step-by-step activity guide that engages students in exploring the wide variety of career pathways available in agriculture and food– just to name a few.

“In our school division, we are focusing on developing students who are ‘ag-literate’ and have a diverse understanding of the agriculture industry. A key component of this is understanding the career opportunities that exist in the industry, many of which are in our local communities,” said Darren Gasper, the Superintendent of Education at Sun West School Division.

“The thinkAG website is a great way to help students think about their interests, whether that’s technology, communications, finance– you name it– and to see that all of these have a place in agriculture.

I’m excited to see students make these connections.”

The thinkAG initiative is set to take off with the launch of this website and even more elements are being added to it over the coming months. Additions will include the national roll-out of the Career Case Game, which promotes the development of important skills, such as collaboration, critical thinking, communication and problem solving, and the launch of a career aptitude app in the fall.

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A sure sign of springtime

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This photo was taken around this time last year, along Highway #250 between Newdale and Rivers. The tractor sunk into the muddy field, which was still soggy from the spring melt. Due to an almost snow-free winter this year, however, conditions in many areas are much too dry for this to happen now.

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This group was picking potatoes on the R. S. Brooks farm in 1916. Names of the individuals were not available. If a reader knows any of the people pictured, please contact the Neepawa Banner & Press via news@neepawabanner.com.

Agriculture and the economy

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Many people rely on the agriculture industry for their foods, but think little of the impact that agriculture has on the larger economy. However, data indicates that agriculture can serve a significant role in the process of solidifying the economy of a country, particularly developing nations. Agriculture also can contribute to the economic prosperity of advanced countries.

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economic advancement.

When the basic food supply is strong, the national economy can be strong as well.

Particularly in the early days of the United States, farming held a crucial place in establishing the American economy and culture, and still shapes the country today. Many states find that farming and other agricultural pursuits contribute much to the local and national economy.

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Agricultural businesses help generate more than $83 billion in activity and have created more than 400,000 jobs in that state.

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The family automobile is not the only piece of equipment that requires routine upkeep to ensure it is operating properly.

Life on a farm can come to a screeching halt if farm equipment is not properly maintained. Farmers invest hundreds of thousands of dollars on agricultural equipment, such as tractors, tillers, hoppers and dozers. Adhering to maintenance schedules can prevent breakdowns and decrease the need for potentially costly emergency repairs.

Keep it clean Cleaning the surface of equipment can go a long way toward keeping it operating smoothly. Use a pressure washer to remove caked-on mud and other debris. Titan iron suppliers recommend quickly washing equipment after usage so that substances do not have the chance to harden.

Learn the equipment Over time, it is possible to employ your senses of sight, sound and even smell to determine if equipment is working properly. Familiarize yourself with the owner’s manual so you can troubleshoot minor problems. Any unusual sounds, odors or responses from the gear should be noted.

Routine maintenance checks Routinely inspect hoses, fittings and seals to ensure they are in good working condition. Be sure fluids, such as coolant and oil, serving

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Adhering to maintenance schedules can prevent breakdowns and decrease the need for potentially costly emergency repairs.

are at the proper levels.

Check and replace filters as needed. Tires need to be properly inflated and inspect the battery for corrosion or other signs that it may need to be replaced. Check belts for cracks. Tour the exterior of the equipment, looking at signals and lights to ensure they are in proper working order. Hardware should be tightened and any missing pieces replaced.

Heavy farm equipment needs motor oil, hydraulic oil and f ilters changed more frequently than automobiles. Such equipment also may need more frequent lubrication of chains and cables. Always check and inspect equipment prior to jobs requiring heavy and extended usage.

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Maintenance on farm equipment helps keep operations running along and protects expensive investments.

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With the pandemic continuing to influence how we shop and prepare meals for our families, national agriculture and sustainable local food supplies are top of mind for many of us. That’s why it is important for farmers to have access to critical information required to make informed decisions about their operations and to continue to be competitive and strong trading partners.

Statistics Canada’s Census of Agriculture is an important tool that helps farmers see emerging trends in ag technologies and practices. Its results allow the industry get a snapshot of the state of agriculture in Canada.

The census is the only source of community-level data that ensures that the unique perspectives of farmers, farm communities and agricultural operations are included when making decisions that affect them and their livelihood. The data are essential to defend the interests of farmers and the agriculture industry in trade disputes and to ensure

market access. They provide fact-based evidence to inform government decisions regarding financial support programs for Canadian farmers. They also help to measure the impacts of disease outbreaks and climate change (such as fires, floods, droughts and storms).

The 2021 census is almost here, and there are a few things Canadian farm operators should know. In early May, all farmers will receive an invitation letter with easy-to-follow instructions on how to complete the questionnaire online.

To best support farmers at this busy time of year and to help reduce their reporting burden, concrete steps have been taken to make the 2021 questionnaire quicker and easier for them to respond. This means that only questions relevant to each operator’s farm will be asked when filling out the census questionnaire online. It also means that selected questions may be replaced using high-quality alternative data sources when available.

More information on the census can be found at www.census.gc.ca

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Submitted Metro Creative Connection Many transitions have taken place in the agricultural industry over the last several decades. The widespread adoption of various technologies over the last 20-plus years has helped farmers streamline their operations, making their farms more efficient and less wasteful as a result.

In addition, many farmers have embraced sustainable farming, which is a relatively recent approach to agriculture. According to the Union of Concerned Scientists, sustainable agriculture is a complex, multifaceted concept. Sustainable agriculture intends to contribute to a robust economy by making farms profitable.

Farmers who embrace sustainable agriculture also aim to have a positive effect on the environment and their surrounding ecosystems. That’s accomplished by embracing strategies that focus on building and maintaining healthy soil, managing water wisely, minimizing pollution and promoting biodiversity.

The National Institute of Food and Agriculture notes that sustainable agriculture encompasses a wide range of production practices, including some associated with conventional farming and some linked to organic farming. As a result, sustainable farming should not be mistaken for organic farming, or vice versa. However, the UCS notes there’s a strong likelihood that certified organic produce at local grocery stores are by-products of farms that embrace sustainable agriculture.

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B8 NEEPAWA BANNER & PRESS APRIL 30, 2021

History with the Beautiful Plains Museum Threshing at Franklin

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE BEAUTIFUL PLAINS MUSEUM

A threshing unit and machine are pictured here with Mr. Geo. Kerr, at Franklin. While a date for this photo was not available, the equipment used shows its age.

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