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Remembering the Wings to War Carberry honours local WWII connections with new memorial

By Eoin Devereux

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A new memorial has been unveiled in Carberry, commemorating the town’s former Second World War pilot training school. In a ceremony held on Saturday, Sept. 11, around 100 people gathered at the Wings to War memorial, located at the Carberry Plains Museum. The site is made up of three engraved granite benches, surrounded by a row of flags from each of the countries pilots had come from to train at the Carberry #33 Service Flying Training School. The school trained just over 5,900 pilots between from December 1940 and November 1945.

A truly special guest An array of notable dignitaries participated in the event, most notable around them was Ralph Wild, a 102 year-old military veteran from England, who resided at the Carberry flight school.

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Drive-in movie event to benefit Neepawa Roxy

By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press Movies will be back on the big screen in Neepawa even before the Roxy Theatre opens their doors. On Friday, Sept. 24, the week before the Roxy’s opening night, Neepawa Tourism has organized a drive-in movie event, the funds raised from which will be donated to the Roxy.

N e e p a w a To u r i s m board chair Eoin Devereux explained that this opportunity came about through Travel Manitoba, who will be footing the bill for the portable system from AVentPro, a Winnipeg-based audiovisual event company. He added that several other communities in the province have gotten on board with similar events and

seeing the success in those places really encouraged the Tourism committee to give it a shot. “And the great thing, as well, about this is that we’re able to do something positive with it, not just to entertain people, maybe attract people to our community, but we’re able to assist the Roxy Theatre,” Devereux expressed.

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From left: Neepawa Theatre Centre board chair Kate Jackman-Atkinson and Neepawa Tourism board chair Eoin Devereux display a poster for the upcoming drive-in movie event, slated for Sept. 24.

Neepawa Council returns to its normal routine

Town Council meeting– Sept. 7, 2021

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press The shift into September means a return to a normal meeting schedule for Neepawa Town Council. During July and August, the Council meetings are reduced to just one a month.

The most notable announcement from the first meeting of September was that Neepawa would be receiving $294,700, through the Building Sustainable Communities Grant Program. The money will go towards upgrades to the swimming pool. (Full story appeared in the Sept.

10 edition of the Banner & Press). The program normally provides funding for projects at a maximum amount of $75,000.

This year, however, the maximum grant contribution of 50 per cent towards a project’s total cost has been increased to up to $300,000.

Councillor reports Darryl Gerrard supplied an update from a recent meeting of the Neepawa

Veterinary Committee. He noted that there are discussions underway regarding some upgrades needed to the veterinary clinic. Gerrard said it was ‘eye-opening’ to see the upgrades that will have to occur for some of the animal services that take place at the clinic.

The board for the Neepawa County Courthouse also recently met and discussed the need to proceed with some roof repairs. Despite being a year of drought, Gerrard noted the Courthouse dealt with rain problems, facilitating the need for some significant roofing repairs to occur.

There are some grants available to the Courthouse that should be able to off-set the costs. The exact cost of repairs is not yet known, as the committee is awaiting some repair quotes.

Murray Parrott has reported that recent meetings with OSS Waste Disposal Ltd, have resulted in a slight change to pickup services. From now on, two collection trucks will be operating at the same time, as opposed to a single vehicle.

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Continued from Page 2 “As the Roxy Theatre, we were really thankful that Neepawa Tourism approached us about partnering on this,” said Kate Jackman-Atkinson, board chair of the Neepawa Theatre Centre (NTC), the volunteer organization which runs the Roxy.

“Last summer, we did look at whether a drive-in was something we could do, but the technology to do it is quite expensive,” she shared. “While it was something we would like to do, we didn’t have the funds to put it on ourselves, so this is really exciting to have this partnership to allow this to come to the community.”

While the Tourism committee is organizing the event, NTC will be involved with it too. Jackman-Atkinson noted that some of their volunteers will be helping at the event, as well as popping popcorn to supply at the movies. She noted that NTC is currently looking for volunteers, so

if anyone was interested in volunteering with the Roxy– either in general or for this event in particular– they can email admin@neepawaroxy.ca to get more details.

The movie screen will be set up in the McLaughlin GM parking lot, with a maximum capacity of 250 cars.

There will be two movies shown that night, The Lego Movie will start at 6:00 p.m. and Jurassic World begins at 9:00 p.m. Admission will be by donation and a free bag of popcorn will be supplied to every car.

To avoid any traffic congestion, Tourism is asking that attendees drive into the lot via the west entrance, from the service road that goes by Bay Hill Inn. The gates will be open an hour before each showtime. If there is anyone who would like to stay for both movies, they are asked to leave the parking lot after the first showing and come back in through the west entrance, to help keep traffic flowing.

Correction: CGIT group photo There was an error in the Beautiful Plains Museum history feature in the Sept. 10 edition regarding the CGIT group. The group was actually from Franklin, not Neepawa.

The Banner & Press apologizes for this error.

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The last Canadian Girls in Training (CGIT) group in Franklin. This group was photographed in 1968.

L-R, back: Sibyl Burton, Jeanne Brugger, Norma Nicholson, Lois Berry, Laurie Nicholson, Valerie Ernest and Moira Nicholson. Centre: Dianne Jordan, Mona Berry, Norma Jordan and Bev Freeman. Front: Karen Foxton, Patti Nicholson and Brenda Burton.

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By Chad Carpenter

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What has changed in two years

he last federal election was less than two years ago.

This year’s election is only being held to fulfill Prime Minister Trudeau’s personal plans. I have written about that before. There is no other reason except one and that is to get rid of the Liberal government. I feel badly for people who honestly and genuinely hold to traditional liberal views. They have been betrayed by the Trudeaus past and present.

After the 2019 election I wrote that “the results graphically showed that the Liberal Party did very poorly west of the Ontario-Manitoba border. In fact, they didn’t do all that great in Quebec either. For a federal party to be shut out of Saskatchewan and Alberta states loudly that their message is not going over well in those two provinces. The Liberals also lost seats in Manitoba and B.C. The cries of western separation came out loud and clear.” There were rallies and conferences planned all over Alberta to discuss the steps toward separation.

The anger felt by westerners was not unfounded. The Liberals have been trying to crush the Alberta and Saskatchewan oil industry for decades.

Two generations of the Trudeau family have openly expressed their disdain for western oil. Quebec refuses to allow a pipeline to the east and seems to favour Saudi oil for some strange reason. I suspect it has a lot to do with the idea that the Irving refineries are heavily invested in oil tanker ships and their refineries reportedly can’t refine oilsands oil.

I also asked why the media, and Elections Canada, allow the Bloc Quebecois to even participate in the leadneepawa

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Right in the Centre Ken Waddell ers’ debates. They have no intention of being a national party, so why are the even allowed on the stage? That’s a mystery to me. It’s also a mystery why they don’t allow Maxime Bernier (PPC) to be in the debates. He at least claims to be national party.

I know Bernier fairly well. He is charming. He will also defeat his own declared intentions of beating the Liberals because he will draw votes away from the Conservatives.

For the most part, the mainstream media has had a longstanding bias in favour of the Liberals and NDP. There are several reasons for that. One, journalism schools are geared to socialism, or at least to a strong government intervention model. They are generally opposed to people expressing their faith and would be more comfortable if “religious” people would just stay quiet.

Separation isn’t likely to fly because Canadians are generally loyalists and the constitution doesn’t really allow for it. It may not make sense or be feasible for the prairies to separate, but it is time for the three prairie provinces to get their economic act together. Waiting on federal fairness has not worked for the past 150 years, so why would we wait for that to change?

It’s important to vote, but it is amaz-

ing how many parties there are. Quite frankly, I believe more than three doesn’t make sense. I am not sure we need more than two.

I have often encouraged people in the NDP or Green party to get involved with the Liberals or the Conservatives and bring their ideas forward. The Greens and NDP are not likely ever going to form government. Even less so will the Maverick Party, the Peoples’ Party of Canada or the Christian Heritage Party. They have a narrow list of policies. It would be better if they got involved, truly involved, with one of the two main parties and worked to bring their ideas to the forefront. A lot of good talent in the splinter parties is wasted on tilting at windmills instead of actually bringing about good policies.

It’s too bad, really, as there are some good people and good ideas outside of the Liberal and Conservative parties, but the ideas will never see the light of day hidden in the splinter groups. God bless those who toil for the smaller parties, but I think their time and talents are being wasted.

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

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ooden stepladders are intriguing. Most of them have a history, depicted by globs of paint and streaks of colour. In my history, I have known and appreciated three of these sturdy, purposeful home and yard accessories. One came and went and then came and went again! It was a staple in the household when I arrived. Used for many a window washing and home painting project, it bore the evidence of the day I spilled the yellow paint in the girl’s bedroom, it disclosed the fact that the green for the hallway was applied in excess. But I loved it and used it well. We chose to include it in the first farm auction; we had an aluminium one by then. I missed it though, and when Ed found it at a yard sale, he brought it back home. I rejoiced at its return! The lightweight ladder got more usage, but I smiled whenever I saw the old one. It was sold again, at the second auction sale, and I have searched endlessly for it.

The next one sits in my back yard, nestled in the flowerbed, bedecked with some of my collection of bird houses. I spotted it, leaning desolately against the fence in my grandkids’ yard. It, too, had been replaced with a new lightweight ladder. They recognised the longing in my eyes, and the sad manner with which my hands caressed the stained wood. I was thrilled, and surprised, to come around the corner of the garage and see it tipped over my fence, into my back yard. The birdhouses were up and settled in a matter of hours.

My newest stepladder is another rescue. Sitting in Gordon’s garage, it had become a holder of tools. It, too, bears the evidence of countless painting projects. This one is a mini, four feet high rather than six or eight. Washed down and painted– not paint splattered, but really painted!– it will grace my living room becoming the plant centre. ( I am looking for a young spider plant and an ivy or two– hint, hint.) It is sturdy and beautiful and cherished.

That is the tale of my wooden stepladders. I truly miss one that was a gift, a fiberglass eight foot stepladder that was given to me by my adventurous sidekick, right after we crushed my son’s aluminium ladder when we misjudged the kick back of a massive limb of the old maple tree. As the ladder gave way, Marie prevented me from a serious landing, catching me, and the idling chainsaw! She then used a black marker to print my name, in bold letters, on the side. So why do I miss it, you ask? The ladder was in the back of the grandson’s pickup, at a repair shop, and the ladder went missing. Serious inquiries led nowhere. It was taken, stolen, and that is the end of the story. Unless, someone, somewhere, knows where my gift of a ladder is and chooses to place it in my back yard?

For one who does not appreciate heights– like being on a roof or riding in a cable car– I do appreciate a sturdy, stable stepladder!

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A better protest

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

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hoosing a topic for this week’s column was easy. In three days, Canadians will go to the polls to vote a federal general election. This election is, in the minds of many voters, an election Canadians didn’t need and didn’t want. But the election has been called, the campaign is over and on Monday, Canadians will elect a new federal government.

The right to vote in federal, provincial and local elections should never be taken for granted. In all periods of history, dedicated Canadians have invested time, talent and significant amounts of their own money in a campaign to win this right for all adult Canadians. Whenever we vote in a federal, provincial or local election, we honour those who literally gave their lives to win and preserve this right for all of us.

There are times when I wonder if Canadians fully appreciate the benefits we are given thanks to our electoral system. In the United States, for example,

T he Bible does not talk about being normal but there was friendship among the disciples most of the time. However, there are many Scripture verses that talk about love. Jesus talk a lot about love in the book of John. In chapter 15:12, Jesus commands us, “love each other as I have loved you.”

Let us share some love around this week.

Neil Strohschein the political landscape is divided three ways– Republicans, Democrats and Independents.

In Canada, as in other Commonwealth countries, citizens have a wide variety of political parties and candidates from which to choose. We can hear political leaders share their ideas of how they would address the challenges our country faces and then, after reflecting on what we have heard, we can vote for the person who best represents our idea of how this country should be governed.

In some countries of the world, free elections do not exist. Citizens have the right to vote, but all they do is vote for the candidate representing the governing (and only legal) party in the country. Opposition parties are suppressed; as are those

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I need more than a cane to go from point A to point B. My first thought was that it was embarrassing to use my walker. Well, I drive my car, have a Handicap sticker, a cane and a walker in my car.

Nothing to hold me back. . When I came to my appointment nobody stared at me or said anything. All was just normal. What a lesson I learned.

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t was such a pleasure to watch the Paralympics. I was so impressed with the enthusiasm and camaraderie between the players. There were many smiles and laughs and nobody cared how the other

who support them.

Some countries (22 in fact), one of which is Australia, require all eligible electors to vote in federal elections, by-elections and referenda. The Australian law has been on the books since 1915. I don’t know the extent to which it is being enforced, if it ever has been. But I don’t think too many Australians will worry about the consequences of non-compliance, because the only penalty that can be imposed is a fine of $20.

In Canada, we can abstain from voting if we so choose. While a few will abstain for religious or other legitimate reasons, many more will simply choose to stay home. In recent years, the average voter turnout for a federal election, according to Elections Canada, has been right around 65 per

cent. That is not how we should show our admiration and respect for those who gave so much to secure that right for us.

In recent weeks, we have watched people gather outside of public buildings to protest measures governments have taken to combat COVID-19. We’ve also seen concerned citizens come together to seek government action on long-standing grievances. While these acts gain a lot of media attention, their influence on government is negligible.

Here’s a better way to protest. Let’s do what we can to substantially increase voter turnout this coming Monday. If 90 to 95 per cent of those eligible actually vote, that will send a strong message to whoever wins the election. It will tell them that they can no longer expect to get away with imposing their partisan policies on Canadians without first listening to opposing views and modifying their proposals to reflect the views and concerns of us all. We cared enough to vote. We should expect nothing less.

person moved around.

When the girls went to the sidelines nobody watched if they walked or crawled on hands and knees. The impression I got, was that is was all normal and I learned a valuable lesson.

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Community representation matters

The Banner’s Sept. 10 edition published J.R. Kunzelman’s letter regarding the lack of representation in smaller communities. There is no logical reason for eliminating the ward system in some of our municipalities other than numbers and that is questionable when you consider that our elected provincial MLAs are really elected in a ward called a constituency, but still a ward. We are able to contact our member and at least make our concerns known. Is the next change to make our Provincial Members elected at large?

Why not? Winnipeg would likely elect your member.

Previously in the municipal ward system, your elected ward councillor was identifiable and approachable by telephone, email or mail. If this meeting was unsatisfactory, the ratepayers recourse was to ask for a meeting with the Reeve (mayor), or even request to attend a council meeting if his meeting with the councillor was not satisfactory. This system did work!

Is the next change to have our MLAs elected at large? Do you want your member to be from Winnipeg? That is what J.R. Kunzelman is working with, his concerns is to have a an unidentified elected councillor from the Town of Gladstone. It’s time to get back to representation by ward.

Garry Henderson Gladstone, MB

Blanket of fear won’t protect us

I have just been informed that my children will have to wear masks in school all day if they wish to receive a public education. I find it completely disgusting that our education system has been decimated due to the blanket of COVID-19 fear that the government has draped over us for the past 18 months. Parents are sending their kids to school to wear a mask all day and they think this is okay. Oh, we must protect the children, who actually have a better chance of getting struck by lightning than they do of contracting the dreaded covid. Enough is enough.

I will not send my kids to a public school that forces children to wear a mask all day. By doing this, you are inadvertently implying to the child that they are sick, or that they make people sick. This in itself is sick! I have zero respect for Brent Roussin, and the coward who just left office who goes by the name of Brian Pallister. Similar to rats jumping ship.

I have watched many children speak up against the mask... more than enough, these kids speak from the heart when they tell you how awful it is to wear this mind control device over their mouths all day. Yet no one cares. This is child abuse and every single government official, Provincial and Federal, who had their greasy hands in on this should be not only sued, but held accountable for their yo yo approach to handling this Plandemic. There is blood on the hands of those forcing these rules on us. There is a trend with all of this. Government makes a rule, then passes the buck down to smaller entities to enforce their rules... so they cannot be held accountable.

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By Cp. Jacob Stanton Spruce Plains RCMP During the week of Sept. 6 to Sept. 12, Spruce Plains RCMP dealt with 66 police activities.

Sept. 6: RCMP received a report of a suspicious person sleeping in a ditch near Neepawa. Police attended, located the person and determined they were not in distress. A ride to Neepawa was offered and accepted by the individual. Police responded to a report of a person failing to comply with their court order in Plumas; the matter is still under investigation. Police received a report of threats being uttered in Minnedosa; the investigation is ongoing.

Sept. 7: RCMP responded to a report of voyeurism in Neepawa. Police patrolled the area and neighbourhood inquiries were made, which produced negative results.

The matter did not have sufficient evidence to proceed further. Police received a report of a stolen toolbox in the Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne, where there was not enough evidence to continue. The complainant was reporting for informational purposes in case it was related to other reported thefts in the area. Police received a report of online fraud in the Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne; the matter is under investigation.

Sept. 8: RCMP conducted Covid compliance checks at residences in Neepawa and Riding Mountain. All person(s) were found complying with quarantine regulations. Police received a report of a suspicious camper that was parked on the side of the road in the RM of North Cypress-Langford. Police attended and determined the camper was not impeding traffic, and that its registration was valid and current. Police made contact with the owner to have them make arrangements for moving it.

Sept. 9: RCMP responded to a report of assault and threats being uttered in Rapid City. As a result, one youth was arrested and charged and will appear in court at a later date. Police received a report that the sounds of multiple shots being fired was heard in the RM of Minto-Odanah.

Police attended and patrolled the area, but nothing was heard and no signs of gunfire were detected.

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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), 204-867-2751 (Minnedosa) or 911 to have a police officer respond to you promptly.

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Sept. 10: RCMP were dispatched to a report of an individual causing a disturbance at a business in Neepawa. The individual was refusing to comply with current public health orders and was becoming aggressive towards staff. Police attended, but the individual was gone on arrival. Police were patrolling in the RM of North Cypress-Langford and noticed a fire off the highway. Upon arrival, it was determined a tractor was on fire; the fire department was already on scene and had contained the fire.

Sept. 11: RCMP responded to numerous commercial alarms in Neepawa, the RM of North Cypress-Langford and in the Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone. All were determined to be false. Police received a report of a shot being fired in Minnedosa. Police attended and discovered that a neighbour was having a bonfire in their backyard and they had set off one firework.

Sept. 12: RCMP were dispatched to a report of a break and enter at a residence in the Muncipality of Glenella-Lansdowne.

Lumber was stolen, however police were unable to locate any evidence at the scene.

Police responded to more commercial alarms in Neepawa and in the Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone. These alarms were also determined to be false.

RCMP conducted 30 traffic enforcement actions during this reporting period.

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The name “buckwheat” suggests it is a wheat grain. It is not actually a wheat grain, but rather, it’s a fruit seed related to rhubarb and sorrel. Buckwheat is a great substitute for people who are sensitive to wheat or other grains that contain gluten. Buckwheat is a complete protein, has high levels of dietary fibre and many vitamins. Buckwheat is very perishable, particularly once it is ground. Use buckwheat groats, Kasha or flour quickly once purchased or store in the freezer.

My father-in-law grew buckwheat and the flowers were very fragrant, attracting many happy, humming bees in the field. The bees used their gatherings to produce a rich flavoured, dark honey. Yum. The naturally sweet taste of bananas and added raisins means you do not need much sugar. However, if you have a really sweet tooth, do double the sugar to satisfy that sweet tooth or add chocolate chips.

Buckwheat banana bread 1/2 cup oil 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 tsp. each nutmeg and allspice 2 eggs 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana 1 cup raisins or chopped dates 1/3 cup of milk 1 cup nuts of choice 1 tsp. vanilla 1 small banana, peeled and cut in half 1 1/2 cups buckwheat flour lengthwise 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 Tbsp. sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda Mix oil, sugar and eggs together. Add the mashed bananas, milk and vanilla and mix well. In a medium bowl, whisk together the buckwheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices and salt. Add to the creamed mixture. Stir only until the flour is incorporated. Do not over stir. Gently stir in the dried fruits and nuts of your choice.

Pour into a 9x5 inch oiled loaf pan. Place the banana halves, cut side up, on the top of the loaf and gently push in a little. Sprinkle the two Tbsp. of sugar on top of the loaf.

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Falloon-Austin RCMP car written off in enters political race Hwy. 16 accident on behalf of Mavericks

By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner & Press

Two RCMP vehicles in Manitoba were involved in crashes with civilian automobiles last week.

On Monday, police said three people were hospitalized after a Spruce Plains RCMP car was hit by a vehicle at around 5:15 p.m. on Sept. 10.

The unmarked police vehicle was stopped on the south shoulder of Highway 16 facing east conducting traffic enforcement when it began pursuing a westbound vehicle. Its emergency lights were on when it attempted to make a U-turn into the westbound lane and was hit by a car headed east, RCMP said.

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By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press A new political candidate has stepped into the picture.

Lori Falloon-Austin, of Foxwarren, MB, is now advocating for the Maverick party in the Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa riding. She is also the only Maverick party candidate seeking election in the province of Manitoba. In an interview with the Banner & Press on Sept. 9, Falloon-Austin said that the reception out on the campaign trail has been quite good so far.

“I’ve been super impressed– it’s been almost 100 per cent across the board. People are ready for a change and they listen to me and don’t scoff at what I say and everybody– except for one person today– took the pamphlet and I know after I leave they’re going to read it,” said Falloon-Austin.

“People really are ready for a change and I’m ready to be that change for them.”

Feels CERB is part of the problem The two primary issues the Maverick candidate has heard from the people on her travels as a candidate have both been in regards to COVID-19. The first is vaccination passports– the card that confirms whether you’ve been fully vaccinated.

“It’s an uncomfortable issue and I feel like I’m either going to lose votes or gain votes with it, but right at this time it’s the biggest issue,” Falloon-Austin expressed.

“My party’s probably going to go ‘what is she doing?’ but I’m going to go right out and say it. The ‘i’ in Maverick is freedom spelled vertically and that’s basically

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our standpoint– freedom of choice.”

The second biggest issue Falloon-Austin says she is hearing about is the ‘mixed bag’ of outcomes small businesses have faced throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. While she says some businesses have been able to remain relatively unscathed due to being able to remain open and/or adapting to operation tactics such as curbside pick-up and delivery, others have been hit with significant debts.

“I’ve talked to a few people and they’re 60 grand in debt and the government wants that in a year and a couple months. So I asked them, ‘If I could wave a magic wand, what would you want?’ and they said ‘forgive our loans’. How are they going to pay that off in a year and two months?”

Falloon-Austin asked. “I’m even friends with some who have gone bankrupt because they don’t meet the criteria and it’s just off by a little bit– it’s so micro-managed.”

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Falloon-Austin said another part of this is CERB. “People are ticked– they had to lay off all their staff, they’re 15 years away from retirement and they’re going to have nothing by the time they get this debt paid off.

Their employees are making more money sitting at home and that’s why it’s so hard to get people back to work, because they make more money sitting at home on CERB than they would at a job and that’s just backwards,” said Falloon-Austin.

“The lack of foresight just blows me away– what did you think was going to happen? The [government] is so out of touch– everything, like how they picked this number for people to stay home and live off of CERB as opposed to going to work [at a job]. Every province has a different minimum wage, and they picked the one that’s really high because now they have no incentive to go back to work because it’s basically free money from the government.”

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Morehouse said, “Both vehicles were a writeoff. The accident is still under investigation.

The lone RCMP officer and the driver and passenger of the civilian car were all sent to hospital. The passenger remains in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries; the officer and driver have been released.

Roughly an hour later, an unmarked St. Pierre-Jolys RCMP vehicle hit a pickup truck while responding to a high-priority call.

The police vehicle was driving northbound on Highway 59 with its emergency equipment turned on. It entered the intersection of Provincial Road 311 and Highway 59 on a red light where it hit a pickup truck going east, police said.

Advanced polls show increase from previous election

By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press The estimated turnout for advanced polls this year is significantly higher than at the last election.

Chief Electoral Off icer Stéphane Perrault released the preliminary numbers on Tuesday, Sept. 14, including totals and breakdowns from each electoral district.

The advanced polls were open from Friday, Sept. 10 to Monday, Sept. 13, with approximately 5,780,000 voters filling out their ballots across the country. In the last election in 2019,

there were 4,879,312 voters, which means there was an increase of about 18.5 per cent this year.

In Manitoba, a total of 167,731 voters came out to the advanced polls this year, compared to 106,119 in the last election. In DauphinSwan River-Neepawa specifically, 8,616 turned up in advance, compared to 6,264 last time. That’s an increase of about 37.5 per cent.

Other districts of note in the province include Portage-Lisgar, which saw its turnout more than double from 5,890 to 13,462, and Brandon-Souris, which in-

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Winnipeg North nearly doubled as well, with a turnout of 10,420, compared to 5,737 in 2019.

Of the 338 electoral districts across Canada, only 23 saw a decreased turnout. Every single district in Manitoba had a higher turnout.

All numbers from this year’s turnout are estimates, as some polls may not have reported yet.

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Looking Back 1971: Photo of first Acton District school found

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110 years ago, Friday, September 15, 1911 Miss Mason returned yesterday from her trip to the coast and is now forming her classes in music.

100 years ago, Friday, September 16, 1921 Smoking cigarettes while haying proved to be an expensive foolishness for Bob McCutcheon. He lost a wagon, a rack and set of harnesses, as well as the load of hay. But he has no notion of abandoning the habit.

90 years ago, Tuesday, September 15, 1931 Approved mot ion pictures for children are listed by the Canadian Council on Child and Fa m i l y We l f a r e a nd published bi-monthly. A new list is now ready for distribution and may be obtained free of charge at the Council’s office, 245 Cooper Street, Ottawa.

80 years ago, Tuesday, September 16, 1941 Hitler met a canned end, as far as the people of Neepawa were concerned, when a l a r g e c rowd turned out at the main intersection of the Town on Thursday evening and flung aluminum cans of all sizes, shapes and weights at an effigy of Hitler which was hung on the north side of a large bin to enable everyone to take a pot shot at “Adolf”.

What a racket and what shots. Pots, pans, basins, kettles, pails, tubs and all such aluminum hardware flew from all directions, and what could later be learned, some of the flying aluminum hit more than just the effigy of Hitler.

Some of the younger tots managed to get in line of fire and received a few slaps on the head and faces with

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flying metal. However, no one was seriously injured (only Hitler). And what was left of him, no one recognized after the blitz was over...

Quite a large amount of aluminum was fathered and Friday morning several of the boys from the Public School scattered it out on Hamilton Street and the C.P.W. roller flattened it out. It was then gathered up and replaced in the rack, ready for shipment.

70 years ago, Thursday, September 20, 1951 Neepawa’s third school now in operation in S.D. No. 126, the ultra-modern West-Park School and Auditorium was officially opened Saturday evening.

Miss Hazel Kellington officiated at the opening ceremonies in the auditorium, cutting the ribbon drawn across the stage and declaring the new building open...

A silver tea was served in the afternoon by members of the Neepawa School Association, assisted by local school teachers, in the auditorium. Mrs. P. R. Murray is president of the Neepawa home and School Group and Mrs. R. Mills, secretary.

The school was open to visitors in the afternoon.

T he pr i nc i pa l , M i s s Kellington and the other teachers conducted visitors and explained the various innovations.

Miss Kellington is the teacher of the Grade 1 room and Miss Alice Schulz is the teacher of the other primary room. Grade II is taught by Miss Vola Law and Mrs. Virginia Sanburn teaches Grades II and III. A not her m i lestone was reached in Neepwa’s school history when the beautiful West Park School was officially opened on Saturday.

It is believed Neepawa’s first school was built about 1881 on the R. Burnett property east of town.

Robert Hunter, pioneer resident of the district, helped his father construct the small, one-room frame building on the property known as the Graham farm.

Mr. Hunter was about 12 years at the time, he told The Press, and he was one of the first pupils attending the school. He said it was “just known as the Neepawa school.” John Edwards was the first teacher.

Mr. Hunter said the previous winter in 1880, a house on the old Peter Graham farm was used as a temporary school during the winter…

The Central School was built in 1898 by the company headed by Mr. Fusee. During the 1880s, two ward schools were built in the north and south end of town…

A brick school was built

by Mr. Fusee’s company on the present Swift Canadian Co. property in 1900. After some years, this school was sold to the Swift Canadian Co. and is now a part of their modern plant in Neepawa.

The next important milestone was the building of the Neepawa Collegiate.

The corner stone was laid

by Viscount Willingdon, G over nor- G ener a l of Canada, on July 8, 1928.

60 years ago, Friday, September 15, 1961 M e n t m o r e : Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Cenies Yuel, parents of Mr. Wm. Yuel, on their 71st wedding anniversary.

50 years ago, Thursday, September 16, 1971 A subscriber who has been a faithful reader of the Neepawa Press ever since it was established in 1896 will mark his 100th birthday anniversary on Friday, Oct. 1.

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This photo, provided to The Press in 1971 by Roy McCollum, depicts the first school established in the Acton District. McCollum found the photo among the effects of Etta Clarke, who was a former student at the school.

The school was the home of John Hill before it was purchased by the school trustees and moved to the northwest corner of section 4-16-15 in 1887, which later became the Jim Young Farm. The school served the district for 16 years before it was decided that a new school was needed.

A new structure was built a half mile south of the old site on the southeast corner of Section 5-16-15 and served the district from 1903 to 1918, when the Acton district was consolidated with Eden. In 1971, the building was still in use as an addition to the municipal garage. The first to teach at the original Acton school was James Balford.

Pictured: Vivian Flora, Mary and Sara McIntyre; William, Sam and Allan Watson; Ella, Eda, George, W. and Annie McCracken. All were some of the first pupils to advance their education at the first Acton school.

Fifth Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. said in a letter received by the Neepawa Press this week that “I have read the Neepawa Press since 1896 when Mr. Dunlop published it and I enjoy the reading of The Press week after week. I also enjoy the spirit of your Neepawa people.”

40 years ago, Thursday, October 15, 1981 The provincial government’s annual project to protect Manitobans against expected outbreaks of influenza is fully underway, Health Minister Bud Sherman has announced.

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30 years ago, Monday, September 16, 1991 Construction has gone well for the Co-op in Gladstone– the staff and customers will be happy with new quarters.

20 years ago, Monday, September 17, 2001 Gra ha m Cox w i l l probably be the first to admit he couldn’t have picked a better time to take a vacation.

Cox, who grew up in Neepawa and now lives in Clinton, New Jersey, was on his way home Tuesday morning when suicide hijackers crashed two fullyloaded and fully-fueled airplanes into New York’s World Trade Centre. A third plane crashed into the Pentagon in Washington.

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The Neepawa Elks meet for a short business meeting followed by fellowship on the second Wednesday of every month. Meetings are held in the Elks Manor at 7:30 p.m. and membership is open to all people 18 years and over. Please accept this invitation to join the Neepawa Elks and assist us in supporting community projects and our national charity, The Elks and Royal Purple Fund For Children.

We have made the following donations during the five years prior to COVID-19: Camp Donation Victoria Quilts Elks Manor Salvation Army Hazel M. Kellington School Elks & Royal Purple Minnedosa Care Centre Touchwood NACTV NACI Graduation Budz ‘N Bloom 4-H Exchange Fine Arts Festival Neepawa Chamber of Fund for Children Neepawa Middle School Commerce Neepawa Curling Rink Neepawa Horticulture Elks Walk-a-Thon TOTAL DONATIONS $36,500.00 Contact one of the following members for further information.

Joan Kitson 476-2625, Jim Schmall 476-5223, Terry Bates 841-3999, Gerald Buchanan 476-3270 or any Elk member.

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WHEN IN DOUBT… THROW IT OUT! If you are unsure— use the RECYCLEPEDIA app or visit the website by scanning the code above. ��ckers �like above� were included with the July water bills. If you receive your bill by email or wish to have more s�ckers, please visit our o�ce. The s�ckers should be placed on the recycling cart or somewhere visible to serve as a reminder of what can and cannot be recycled.

Residents who illegally dump their garbage and recycling at the compost site, ditches or the receptacles at the campground and public works shop may be subject to public li�ering charges by the RCMP. Common myths:  The same truck that picks up garbage picks up recycling so it is all contaminated.

While the same truck may be used, pickups are on separate days and IF loads are co‐mingled they are sepa‐ rated in truck  Glass is thrown in the garbage.

Glass is stockpiled at Evergreen Environmental Technologies where it is crushed and used for road base and other projects.  Recycling costs the Town money so there is no value to recycling.

The Town receives grant money from Mul�‐Material �tewardship Manitoba—significantly o�se�ng costs.

In order to make this program profitable, we need to keep our clean recycling numbers high, reduce garbage and avoid contamina�on. Poor recycling habits = increased costs = higher taxes.

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Some of the special guests at the Wings to War dedication held in Carberry on Saturday, Sept. 11.

bench in front of the library would be an asset. Funded by the Carberry and Area Community Foundation and the Manitoba 150 organization, Genadij Prudnikov built the bench and concrete pad and installed them. This will be a great place for folks to share with the community. During the month of October, the Library will host an original art display by Marguerite Scott.

• Carberry Communities in Bloom Yard of the Week was awarded to Marilyn

Biberdorf at 522 Second Avenue.

• Several young Carberry hockey players are at junior training camps. Goalie Carson Bjarnason is with the Brandon Wheat Kings, Ben Saunderson and goalie Gavin Renwick are with the Saskatoon Blades, and Luke Robson is with the Moose Jaw Warriors in the WHL. Brayden Knox, who is with the OCN Blizzard (The Pas) of the MJHL, had a setback when he broke his wrist and will be out of action for 2-4 weeks.

• A tip of the fedora to Mallory Lockhart, Grade 11 Carberry student, who helped the Hamiota U19 softball team win bronze meda ls at t he A sh ley Neufeld Softball Complex in Brandon. In the final, they blanked Bonvital West Blue 7-0 for third place.

This is the second season that Mallory has been the Hamiota catcher and she really enjoys her teammates and community support.

She plans to play varsity volleyball and curl with the Cougars this year.

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• In arena renovations, to prepare for the 2021 Scotties (Dec. 14 to 19), the new seats have arrived and the enlarged windows will be completed by the time you read this. Chris Unrau, facilities manager, stated that the arena ice will be installed within a week.

• In a discussion with local bus driver Lisa Waters, she indicated that 10 students are transported daily to Shilo’s French Immersion

program at Ecole La Source, including five from Carberry.

• Tis the season for elections and Manitoba premier candidate Heather Stefanson was at the Drop In Centre Tuesday, Sept.

7 with our Agassiz MLA, Eileen Clarke, looking for support in the Oct. 20 PC leadership convention.

Stefanson also made stops in Treherne, MacGregor, Austin and Neepawa.

• At the Joint Council’s August meeting, A lex Christison discussed the feasibility of moving the Roundhouse from the Carberry Fairgrounds to an area where it would be more useful to the community. The Roundhouse, built in 1882 and moved in 1892, was designated as a heritage site in 2000.

Two potential sites are located north of the Wings to War area or the CPR Park. Estimated moving costs would be in excess of $15,000, with crossing the railway tracks being an added challenge.

Correction: Dan Mazier, our Member of Parliament, was invited to the Wings to War ceremony weeks ago, but since a federal election is in progress, he is an incumbent MP and did not speak in Carberry.

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• Congratulations to the Museum committee on an excellent opening and dedication ceremony for the Wings to War memorial Saturday, Sept. 11.

Members include Gloria Mott, Loretta Oliver, Lorna Muirhead, Marion Whitmore, Randy MacDonald, Brad Wells, Melanie Lavich, David Blair, Stuart Olmstead and Mike Sudak.

Stephen Hayton of the Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum in Brandon enabled two war training planes, a Tiger Moth (single engine, open cockpit biplane) and a Cornell, to circle the town for 30 minutes prior to the ceremony.

Among the many speakers, 102 year old World War II veteran, Ralph Wild, gave a complete account of his life in Carberry and the War. • In an interview with librarian Laurie MacNiven, she shared her local library advisory board: Loretta Oliver (chairperson), Peggy McPherson (treasurer), David Blair (councillor), Lisa Adriaansen and Jocelyn Barnstable. Two Grade 10 students, Rowan Scott and Emileigh Ruchotzche, represent the youth advisory council.

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WWII veteran remembers his time at Carberry Flight School Continued from Page 1 Over the course of his nearly 30 minute speech, Wild shared stories related to his time with the Royal Air Force (RAF) and involvement in the Battle of Britain. He also regaled the crowd with stories of his time in Carberry, arriving back in December, 1940. While the Canadian winters did take a little bit of getting use to for Wild, he found the interactions with his Canadian hosts as a wonderful experience.

“I have never met people more neighbourly and generous than Canadians,” Wild stated.

Wild would eventually settle in Canada, with his wife Myrla, raising three children. He currently resides in Winnipeg.

An international event The ceremony also included well wishes from other nations associated with the Flying School.

Letters from the British government and the high commissioner of New Zealand were read aloud at the event.

Those trained at the Carberry #33 Service Flying Training School included men from the Air Forces of Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand and Canada.

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Neepawa Town Kinsmen Kourts 2 steadily progressing Council– Sept. 7 Continued from Page 2 The Neepawa Area Development Corporation’s (NADCO) building has recently dealt with some water leak issues. Repairs have been made to look after the matter.

Manager of Operations Maple Leaf Construction Ltd, has recently done some survey work in Neepawa, and a base paving crew will be mobilizing in the near future.

The use of summer staff has concluded for the season. Water treatment plant reservoir work is well underway.

Director of Recreation Services Report Neepawa’s annual Day Camp program saw a drop in overall participation in 2021. In total, 49 fewer spots were filled this year, compared to 2020.

A combination of factors are attributed to the drop in participation to the combination of factors, including the drought conditions for the region and uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 restrictions throughout the year.

The overall results of the

day camps are still viewed favourably, as it was able to still support 317 area youth.

The summer day camps are offered yearly throughout July and August.

The number of participants in public swim lessons this year at the Neepawa Swimming Pool was 510, with 269 of those from Neepawa and surrounding area and 241 from outside the catchment area.

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Representatives w ith Neepawa Tourism presented a cheque for $4,562 to Town Council in support of the Swimming Pool.

The money was generated through Tourism’s highly successful Maker’s Market crafts sale, which was held back in July at Riverbend Park. Councillors Jason Nadeau and Darren Pudlo accepted the cheque on behalf of the Pool, from Tourism chair Eoin Devereux and board member Kelsey Wilson. The Maker’s Market was an idea spearheaded by Wilson, which brought in 38 vendors from across Manitoba. In total, 1,031 patrons attended the inaugural event, including visitors from Winnipeg, Brandon, Portage la Prairie and Dauphin.

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Are you ready for some football!?

NACI Tigers return to the football field

By Eoin Devereux

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After a lengthy absence due to restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, football is finally back in Neepawa. On Monday, Sept. 13, the Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute (NACI) Tigers hit the field for the first time since November 2019.

NACI head coach Chidi Small told the Banner & Press that everyone involved with the team has been greatly anticipating this day.

“A lot of the kids are very excited to be back and they get to do something that is team-based. I know that I’m excited, the rest of the coaching staff is excited,” stated Small.

As for what the team will look like for this year, Small noted there will be a lot of new players out there on the field this season.

“A fair number of fresh faces, new kids [on the f ield]. There will be a lot of teaching in these

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NACI Tigers football head coach Chidi Small (in blue), runs the players through some running drills to get them into shape for the upcoming RMFL season.

initial practices. Running them through the training process, but we’re looking forward to watching them develop their skills over the course of the season,” indicated Small.

The Rural Manitoba Football League (RMFL)

play a 9-man per side game. The initial team practice for NACI had 20 students in attendance, so Small hopes to be able to bump the roster number up to around 25, in order to field a competitive squad and not overly tire out the

roster over the course of the season.

As for the senior players from last year who have now aged out, Small acknowledged his disappointment for them that they were unable to play.

“I feel very bad for our

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players who were unable to play last season. It was unfortunate, but it was a circumstance out of our control. Last year was the year that we were building up to compete for the [League] Championship.

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players, but so did all the other teams throughout the league,” Small stated.

The first game for NACI has been scheduled for Friday, Sept. 24 in Souris, against the Sabres. The complete regular season schedule has yet to be posted to the RMFL website or social media platforms.

Once the full schedule is available, the Banner & Press will share it with its readership.

The Rural Manitoba Football League (RMFL) is an 8-team circuit with a regular season schedule that runs in September and October. The playoffs will then begin in late October with all eight teams advancing to the playoffs, but will be compete for two trophies. The top four clubs will compete for the Doug Steeves Trophy, while the bottom four will battle for the Murray Black Cup. The last time NACI played, they defeated the Dauphin Clippers in the Murray Black Cup, by the score of 10-8.

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Neepawa Titans looking forward to start of MJHL season

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

Pre-season results Tuesday, Sept. 7

Friday, Sept. 10

Wayway 3-2 Neepawa

First Period 08:39 WAY B. Kennedy (1) ASST: Unassisted Second Period 06:45 WAY S. Paplawski (1) Unassisted ASST: Unassisted SH Third Period 02:34 NPA C. Trimble (1) ASST: E. Callaghan (1), C Headland (1) 10:01 WAY K. Wolfe (1) ASST: B. Kennedy (1) 16:27 NPA B Michalchuk ASST: E. Poirier (1), D. Birch (1) Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP WAY 1 1 1 4 0/0 NPA 0 1 2 3 0/0 Goaltenders WAY - J. Wareham - Saves unavailable NPA - G. Renwick - Saves unavailable Attendance: 201 at Yellowhead Centre

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The Neepawa Titans closed out their pre-season schedule with an impressive 7-2 win over the Portage Terriers on Saturday, Sept. 11.

that one of the things that he likes about this year’s roster is its depth and variety.

“Overall, I like the depth we’ve seen, both up front and on defence. A lot of inter-changing parts there. I think that if we want to play an uptempo game, we can certainly do that, with our forwards that can skate. As well, if we need to get into a bit more of a grinding game, we can do that. We’ve got some size. A few guys that can bang and crash. This is a more well-rounded team than has been been here the last couple years,” indicated Pearson.

As for the Neepawa Titans’ home opener, the team will begin the 20212022 MJHL regular season with a showdown against the Dauphin Kings at the Yellowhead Centre. Neepawa had closed out its four game pre-season schedule, with an impressive 7-2 win over the Portage Terriers.

The Titans overall record for the pre-season ended up at 2-2.

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First Period 02:58 PTG T. Kaufield (1) ASST: E. Tinevez (2) 11:52 PTG L. Calder (1) ASST: J. Boyechko (1) Second Period 01:40 PTG E. Tinesvez (1) ASST: E. Rauduy (1), D. Winsor (1) PP 12:53 PTG T. Kaufield (2) ASST: K. Calder (1), A. Peters (1) 13:18 NPA K. Thiessen (1) ASST C. Headland (2) 13:59 NPA M. Thiessen (1), ASST: A. Clyne (1), B. Melsted (1) Third Period 12:36 NPA B. Melsted (1) ASST: C. Bendsten (1) Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP PTG 2 2 1 4 1/2 NPA 0 2 1 3 0/3 Goaltenders PTG - C. Fines 17/17 saves PTG - T. Hogue 20/23 saves NPA - T. Gregory 25/29 saves Attendance: 211 at Stride Place

Saturday, Sept. 11 Neepawa 7-2 Portage

First Period 05:38 NPA C. Brust (2) ASST: M. Thiessen (1), W. Highet (1) 15:16 PTG T. Kaufield (3) ASST: E. Tinevez (3), K. Calder (2) 17:02 NPA J. Lapointe (1) ASST: B. Michalchuk (1) Second Period 03:46 NPA J. Lapointe (2) ASST: P. Korman (1), B. Michalchuk (2) 11:42 NPA J. Lapointe ASST: Unassited 16:32 NPA E. Callaghan (1) ASST: J. Blake (1) PP 18:10 R. Gudnason (1) ASST: Unassited 19:35 PTG A. McLeann (2) ASST: K. Calder (3) Third Period 01:53 NPA W. Highet (2) ASST: R. Gudnason (1) PP Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP NPA 2 4 1 7 2/7 PTG 1 1 0 2 0/4 Goaltenders NPA - T. Gregory 7/9 saves NPA - J. Wareham 11/11 saves PTG - J. Catellier 10/17 saves Attendance: 195 at Yellowhead Centre

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The first two games of the pre-season for Neepawa were against the Waywayseecappo Wolverines. The Titans lost one at home, but bounced back to beat the Wolverines in Wayway.

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First Period 17:18 WAY T. Hamilton (1) ASST: A. Boucher (1) B. Bord (1) (PP) 18:57 WAY E. Reimer (2) ASST: S. Paplawski (1), A. Paplawski (3) 19:27 WAY T. Bear ASST: Unassited Second Period 08:50 NPA C. Bendsten (1) ASST: E. Callaghan (2), K. Reynolds (1) Third Period 03:00 NPA W. Highet ASST: Unassisted SH 18:44 NPA C. Trimble (2) ASST: J. Lapointe (1), D. Wilton (1) Overtime 1:55 NPA C. Brust (1) ASST: J. Lapointe (2) Scoring 1 2 3 OT Total PP NPA 0 1 2 1 4 0/1 WAY 3 0 0 0 3 0/1 Goaltenders NPA - T. Gregory 27/30 saves WAY T. Wotton 26/30 saves Attendance: 110 at Waywayseecappo Arena Complex

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Friday, September 17 is a date that’s been marked on the calendar for a lot of local hockey fans for quite some time. That is the date when the Neepawa Titans is hit the ice for their home opener, against the Dauphin Kings.

Titans head coach and general manager Ken Pearson said everyone involved with the organization has been looking forward to this day. He added that a combination of factors will likely have everyone very excited about Friday night.

“Obviously, there’s always excitement around the start of a new season, but this one has a few other things connected to it. The long layoff, after the [2020-2021] season had to be cancelled has everyone looking forward to hockey again. As well, the name change and the new jerseys making their first appearance will be historic,” said Pearson.

Pearson added that while the players are also amped up for the new era in Neepawa hockey, there is still a real veteran presence in the dressing room that is keeping everyone focused on what’s important, the game itself.

“I like the veteran group that we’ve got, led by guys like Austin Clyne and Rylan Gudnason and Dallon Wilton. They have done a great job over the last few weeks just bringing everyone together and keeping focused. They have done a good job of keeping everyone on task and that should represent itself out on the ice on opening night.”

The Titans go into the regular season with 25 players on the roster. Pearson noted to the Banner & Press

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Falloon-Austin added, “And then people get mad when newcomers come into town and say that the newcomers are taking our jobs. Well, there are jobs, but they’re just not paying as much as that CERB cheque.

It’s not helpful, it’s very much a deterrent.”

There may be some undecided voters as the election really starts to kick into action. Falloon-Austin says those individuals should consider the Maverick party for a few reasons. One being that the party ‘doesn’t flip-flop’.

“What we say is what we are going to do. Flip-flop is not in our vocabulary– we are steadfast in our beliefs and we have nothing to lose.

Another big selling point is that any sitting member of parliament– 99.6 per cent of them vote the way their party tells them to. They have that party line to toe– and the Maverick party? We don’t,” said Falloon-Austin. “We have a free vote, we can vote whatever favours our province, our constituents, our riding and Western Canada.

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Falloon-Austin added, “To me, I would want to talk to my constituents first before I voted for anything.

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On August 30, 2021 Walter (Wally) Reynolds Moscrip passed away at Third Crossing Manor in Gladstone, MB at the age of 90.

Walter was born in Ogilvie, MB on the Paynter family farm. He grew up and attended school in Gladstone. At the age of 20, he joined the Canadian National Railway and was stationed at various communities across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Ontario. It was in Plumas, MB that he met and married Jean Bell. Walter retired from the railway in 1989 and he and Jean returned to their roots and settled in Gladstone. They became active members of the community serving on numerous committees with the Legion, golf and curling club, as well as other organizations. His two passions were golf and curling and over the years participated in many tournaments and bonspiels. He enjoyed many afternoons playing cribbage and pool at the Legion.

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Walter was predeceased by his wife Jean, Sons Craig, Beven, and an infant son who died at birth, Grandson Charles, Brother Stuart (Doreen), Brother-in-law Jack Bell, Parent Charles and Isobel Moscrip and Parents-in -law Cameron and Mary Bell.

Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held at Gladstone Cemetery on Thursday, September 16, 2021 at 1:30pm. The Cemetery is located 2 miles South of Gladstone on Highway #34.

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Pool Rack: $200. Sale as is/ where is. Ph: 1-204-385-2712 _____________________ Elvis Blue Christmas LP album, sealed, never played.

Asking $50 OBO which is much less than other on-line listings. Located in Neepawa at 243 Hamilton Street at the Hamilton Street Emporium.

Call or text 204-476-6214. _____________________ Ice tongs I think, about 14 inches long, could be used for logging too I guess. Not sure what to ask so make me a reasonable offer if you can use them. Located in downtown Neepawa at the Hamilton Street Emporium at 243 Hamilton Street. Call or text 204-476-6214.

IRENE PATTERSON ORIGINAL LEAF PAINTING “1996“ FRAMED 12.5X10.5 $10. Located in Neepawa at 243 Hamilton Street at the Hamilton Street Emporium.

Call or text 204-476-6214. _____________________ Lovely Ducks Unlimited framed print. $30 Located in Neepawa at 243 Hamilton Street at the Hamilton Street Emporium. Call or text 204476-6214. _____________________ Model airplane kits.$10 each.

Located in Neepawa at 243 Hamilton Street at the Hamilton Street Emporium. Call or text 204-476-6214 _____________________ Nice blue lawn chair umbrella that can clamp to a lawn chair.

Located in Neepawa. $15.

Call or text 204-476-6214.

Oak dining room table and china cabinet. Table with two leaves, 6 chairs, china cabinet. Asking $700 OBO. Also willing to sell table and chairs separately. Open to offers. Located in Neepawa at 243 Hamilton Street at the Hamilton Street Emporium.

Call or text 204-476-6214. _____________________ Older welder helmet, two small cracks is face shield. $5. Located at 243 Hamilton Street in downtown Neepawa. Call or text 204476-6214. _____________________ Original oil painting by Phyllis Bell- Neepawa artist. First picture 15x12 inches, Second picture 9x11 inches. $10 each. Located in Neepawa at 243 Hamilton Street at the Hamilton Street Emporium. Call or text 204476-6214. _____________________ Original vintage watercolor and ink. Rue St. Paul, Montreal. By artist LAZO. 19.5X15 inches, $10 Located in Neepawa at 243 Hamilton Street at the Hamilton Street Emporium. Call or text 204476-6214. _____________________ Quite rare toy Remo Bulldog tank, not complete but priced well under on-line asking prices. $25 Located in Neepawa at 243 Hamilton Street at the Hamilton Street Emporium. Call or text 204476-6214. _____________________ Skil saw, works. Located at 243 Hamilton Street in downtown Neepawa. Call or text 204-476-6214.

Two Black and Decker jig saw. Need repairs. $5 for both. Located at 243 Hamilton Street in downtown Neepawa. Call or text 204476-6214. _____________________ Very nice end table with plate glass top. 13 inches x 23 inches x 18 inches high.

Our antiques and collectibles advisor says it is worth $80$120 but we are willing to sell it for $60. Located in Neepawa at 243 Hamilton Street at the Hamilton Street Emporium. Call or text 204476-6214.

Obituary Ray Mark Madill

beloved husband of Joan, passed away at the Minnedosa Health Centre on June 17, 2021 at the age of 82 years. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a private service will take place in the Minnedosa United Church with a public graveside on Friday, September 24, 2021 at 3:30 p.m. in the Boyd Cemetery, Bethany, MB. Donations in memory of Ray may be made to the Boyd Cemetery, the Minnedosa Health Foundation, or a charity of your choice.

White’s Funeral Home - Minnedosa in care of arrangements. www.whitesfh.ca

Shirley Marie Kornaker

age 79, of Arden, MB entered into rest peacefully on September 7 at the Neepawa Hospital. Her partner Don was at her side.

Widely known as "the llama lady", Shirley was an avid animal lover and spent many happy years running petting zoos with Don and their menagerie of animals.

Shirley was quick to support those close to her. Family and friends will miss her generous spirit and lively wit.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Neepawa Vet Clinic or animal rescue organization. A private service and interment will be held at a future date.

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We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation for the outpouring of love and support after Bruce’s passing. Thank you for the flowers, the baking and sharing your memories of Bruce. Receiving your cards, texts, phone calls and messages on social media was overwhelming and it was easy to see how loved our son, brother and uncle was. We would also like to extend our gratitude to Michael and the staff at the Gladstone Golf Course.

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Tardiff

The family of the late Catherine Tardiff would like to express our heartfelt thanks to the many people who offered love and support to us during this difficult time. All the cards of sympathy, beautiful flowers, food, phone calls and memorial donations to Cancer Care Manitoba are deeply appreciated.

We would also like to thank White’s Funeral Home and Deacon Conrad Plante for their kindness and professional attention to every detail, the Neepawa Hospital Doctors & Staff and Palliative Care.

Danny Tardiff & family

January 9, 1939 September 30, 2001

In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother who passed away suddenly on September 30, 2001.

It's been 20 years since you left, mum, but it still feels like yesterday. We remember how you made us laugh, cooked delicious Ukrainian food, toiled year around on the family farm, which was not particularly easy, planting and tending a garden and then canning and freezing the produce.

Mum treasured her family and loved spending time with the grandchildren. Before mum left us, she was excited to travel to USA, New Mexico, Texas, Colorado and parts of Western Canada. Mum had a great sense of humor, which brought her through the hardships in her lifetime, which she continued to keep until the final day on 9/30/01.

Mum, your final journey has taken you beyond the clouds and into eternity.

Ever remembered, ever loved.

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I MIss You I miss you in the morning And when the sunset fades away, The ache within my heart Just will not go away.

My heart fills with love for you When I think, how much you cared, As I relive all the happiness And the joy that we both shared.

You’re with me every moment And in every move I make, Lie the memories I have of you That I never will forsake.

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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ALONSA

BOARD OF REVISION

Public notice is hereby given that the 2022 preliminary assessment roll for the Rural Municipality of Alonsa has been delivered to the Municipal Office in Alonsa, MB and is open for public inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 & 43 of the Assessment Act. APPLICATION FOR REVISION: 42(1) A person in whose name property has been assessed, a mortgagee in possession of property under section 114(1) of the Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property or the assessor may make application for the revision of an assessment roll with respect to: a) liability to taxation; b) amount of an assessed value; c) classification of property; or d) a refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection 13(2).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 43(1) An application for revision must: a) be made in writing; b) set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which revision is sought; c) state the grounds on which the application is based; and d) be filed by: (i) delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated in the public notice given under subsection 41(2), or (ii)serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice.

The Board of Revision will sit on October 13, 2021, at 10:00 A.M. at the Alonsa Community Centre at #12 PTH 50, to hear applications.

The final date on which applications must be received by the Secretary of the Board is September 27, 2020 at 4:30 P.M. Prior to filing a complaint against the liability to taxation, amount of an assessed value or classification of property, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Provincial Municipal Assessment Branch in Dauphin by phoning 1-866-282-0836.

Dated at Alonsa, Manitoba this 9th day of September, 2021.

Tami Dumanske, Secretary Board of Revision Box 127 Alonsa, MB R0H 0A0 Phone: (204) 767-2054 Fax: (204) 767-2044 Email: rmalonsa@inetlink.ca

PUBLIC NOTICE

MUNICIPALITY OF WESTLAKE-GLADSTONE

BOARD OF REVISION

Public notice is hereby given that the 2022 Assessment Roll for the Municipality of WestLakeGladstone will be delivered to the Municipal Office at 14 Dennis Street E, Gladstone, Manitoba, on or before September 15th, 2021 and will be open for public inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 and 43 of the Assessment Act: APPLICATION FOR REVISON: 42(1) A person whose name property has been assessed, a mortgage in possession of property under section 114(1) of The Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, the authorized agent of the person, mortgagee or occupier, or the assessor may make application (fillable form on www.westlake-gladstone.ca) (Click on Municipal\Tax Information\Board of Revision) for the revision assessment roll with respect to: A) Liability to taxation; B) Amount of an assessed value; C) Classification of property; or D) A refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection13(2) APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 43(1) An application for revision must A) Be made in writing (visit www.westlake-gladstone.ca for fillable form) B) Set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought; C) Set out which of the matters referred to in subsection 42(1) are at issue, and the grounds for each of those matters; and D) Be filed by (i) Delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated above, or (ii) Serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice Applications sent electronically must confirm appeal received by municipal office.

FEES A minimum filing fee of $50.00 must accompany your application form (on website) with an additional fee of $10.00 for each $50,000 of assessed value of the property to a maximum of $300. The filing fee is refundable in the case where an appeal is reached prior to the Board of Revision sitting. The filing fees are non-refundable if a decision cannot be made at the Council level and the property owner chooses to file an appeal to the Municipal Board.

The Board of Revision will sit at the WestLake-Gladstone Municipal Office on October 20th, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. to hear applications. The final date on which applications must be received by the Secretary of the Board is October 4th, 2021 between regular office hours (8:30 am- 4:30 pm) Prior to filing a complaint against the liability to taxation, amount of an assessed value, or classification of property, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Provincial Municipal Assessment Branch; phone 204-239-3320.

Dated this 13th day of September, 2021.

Coralie Smith, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Box 150 Gladstone, MB R0J 0T0

Jarvis Trucking Ltd, Gladstone, MB.

2020 Audited Financial Statements

Public Notice is hereby given, in accordance with Section 194 of The Municipal Act, that the 2020 Audited Consolidated Financial Report and Statements for the Town of Neepawa have been deposited in the office of the Town of Neepawa and are available for inspection at 275 Hamilton Street by any person during regular business hours, Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Dated at Neepawa, Manitoba this 15th day of September, 2021.

Colleen Synchyshyn, C.M.M.A. Chief Administrative Officer Box 339, 275 Hamilton St. Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Ph (204) 476-7600 ~ Fax (204) 476-7624 cao@neepawa.ca ~ www.neepawa.ca

Town of Minnedosa RFQ 2021-09 - RECYCLING COLLECTION (2 year term) The Town of Minnedosa is inviting quotations for Residential & Business “Recycling Collection” within the Town of Minnedosa.

An RFQ package listing the details and requirements can be obtained at the Town Civic Centre or at www.discoverminnedosa.com Any enquiry concerning the content of this Request for Quotation should be directed to Dave Dobson at 204-8670037 or minpwork@mymts.net.

Sealed Tenders marked “RECYCLING COLLECTION” will be accepted at the Town of Minnedosa’s Civic Centre, 103 Main Street South, Box 426 Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0

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

TOUCHWOOD PARK ASSOCIATION INC. A Non-Profit Organization with a Mandate to Provide Services to Adults with Intellectual Disabilities Applications are currently being accepted for the position of

Human Resources Director.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, committed to the goals and objectives of the organization, and lead all aspects of the human resources function.

Qualifications: - Post-secondary education in human resources, office administration, or a combination of education and experience will be considered - Experience in an administrative or managerial role - Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines - Excellent leadership, relationship building and teambuilding skills - Effective interpersonal skills - Effective verbal and written communication - Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) This position is subject to a Criminal Records Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Please submit your resume by September 24, 2021 to: Human Resources Director Box 1149 Neepawa, MB, R0J 1H0 Fax: 204-476-8849 Email: jmiddleton@touchwoodpark.ca

E.F. Moon is a well-established Heavy Construction Company founded in 1962 and located in Portage La Prairie, MB. We are currently seeking experienced, goal-oriented individuals for immediate employment in several different areas: Foremen, Skilled Laborers, Sewer and Water personnel, Horizontal Directional Drill personnel and Class 1 Drivers.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benets plan, training and a safe work environment.

Requirements are: Positive work attitude, reliable, able to work well with a team or alone, safety oriented, able to work extended hours.

If you are interested in joining a well established and growing company with room for advancement, please visit us at 1200 Lorne Ave. E. in Portage La Prairie, MB. Apply online at www.efmoon.ca or email a resume to toddt@efmoon.ca.

Deadline: 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 1, 2021 Fax: (204) 867-2686 Email: minpwork@mymts.net Any or all of the quotations may not be necessarily accepted.

Help Wanted KINSMEN KOURTS II Assisted Living for Seniors Davidson St, Neepawa, MB. Cell 431-351-0611

Neepawa Kinsmen Senior Citizens Housing Inc is seeking a

Full Time Cook Position Responsibilities • Work closely with Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef to ensure residents are satisfied with food/dining program.

• Responsible for cooking 3 course meals daily as directed by Chef & Sous Chef • Ensure that the kitchen, kitchen equipment and food preparation areas are clean, safe and sanitary at all times.

• Responsible for opening and/or closing of kitchen.

• Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.

• Must ensure all food is received and stored according to food safety standards.

• Adhere to standard food safety practices • Daily tasks include; operating and maintaining kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner, keeping floors clean, emptying trash, documenting temperatures of food • Potential to perform further duties as needed or instructed.

• Must be willing to take direction.

• Needs a strong sense of teamwork and cooperation.

• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is hiring

FULL TIME OFFICE CLERK

at our ADMIN OFFICE in NEEPAWA, MB. 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.neepawagladstonecoop.crs We are looking for: A full-time office clerk for our administration office.

The successful candidate will be directly responsible for office functions of Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op including, but not limited to; customer service, data entry, backup coverage for Agro administration and other duties as assigned in the Administration department.

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.

Applications Close: October 1st, 2021 Apply online at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs or contact us at g.finkewich@neepawagladstonecoop.com for more information

Education/Experience: • Minimum 3-5 years cooking experience • Serve Safe Course or willing to obtain • Security Checks; Criminal Record, Adult and Child Abuse Registry Please respond with a resume and cover letter by mail to Box 1842 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 or by email to danamenzies@neepawakinsmenkourts.com We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.

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

Chief Administrative Ofcer

Hamiota Municipality is looking for an experienced Chief Administrative Ofcer (CAO) to manage daily Admin Operations. If you are highly efcient, a strategic thinker, and an organized natural leader, we want to meet you.

Under the direction of Council, the CAO is responsible for the overall management of Municipal Operations including: Administration, Supervision of Staff & Human Resource Management, Senior Election Ofcial duties, Planning, Controlling, Reporting, providing updates and recommendations to Council and executing plans and programs in accordance with Council’s guidelines and relevant policies.

Qualications: • CMMA Grad preferred • 3-5 years of direct experience in Municipal Administration • Strong computer skills, knowledge of Muniware preferred • Strong communications skills required. Dealing with the public, employees as well as external stakeholders Salary & Compensation: • Salary dependent upon qualications and experience (Range: $62,001 – $120,828) • An attractive benet package is also provided For a more information email info@hamiota.com or visit hamiota.com

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20 NEEPAWA BANNER & PRESS SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Gladstone Arena Caretaker Needed

Invites applications for the following position:

Accounting Assistant at the Division Office in Neepawa, MB Full time permanent position commencing November 15th, 2021 or a date mutually agreed.

Maintain accounts payable, accounts receivable and purchase order processes, assist with annual financial statement preparation and maintain budget documents and input into financial accounting system.

Deadline: NOON, Wednesday, September 29th, 2021 See Division website for more details on this position at www.beautifulplainssd.ca Click on Job Postings.

Job Duties Include: • Ammonia Plant checks • Ice resurfacing– Zamboni • Cleanliness of building, such as sweeping & mopping floors • Washing bathroom toilets, urinals & sinks • Keeping all glass in arena & lobby clean • Garbage/Recycling changed & taken out • Dressing rooms cleaned throughout the day • Arena stands cleaned • Seasonal Duties– snow removal from entrances • All other duties as assigned This is a seasonal job, starting the beginning of October until end of March.

If interested, please contact Leslie at 204-872-1165

KINSMEN KOURTS II Assisted Living for Seniors Davidson St, Neepawa, MB. Cell 431-351-0611

Neepawa Kinsmen Senior Citizens Housing Inc is seeking a

Part Time Server Positions Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is hiring

FULL TIME, HEALTH AND SAFETY COORDINATOR

at our ADMINISTRATION OFFICE in NEEPAWA, MB. 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 the Human Resource/Health & Safety Manager, this position will provide assistance on a broad variety of health and safety administrative activities. This may include but not limited to customer service, incident investigations, hazard identifications, policies, procedures, manuals, emergency response plans, National Safety Code, awareness, training, and education as it relates to health and safety. Assist in maintaining compliance with applicable legislation throughout Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op Ltd. and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications • Career driven and willing to learn.

• The ability to develop and maintain relationships with staff and management.

• Efficient organizational skills and ability to work independently.

• Strong work ethic with a positive and ambitious attitude and problem solving.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

• Post-secondary education in Safety and Health or equivalent experience an asset • Must possess a minimum Class 5 Driver’s License as travel between retail locations is required.

Applications close: October 1st, 2021 or when position is filled 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.

We offer career advancement opportunities, competitive compensation, benefits package, company matched pension plan and learning/ development opportunities.

If you would like to build your future with an established and dynamic company, scan the QR code below, apply online at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs or contact us at g.finkewich@neepawagladstonecoop.com for more information.

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

Responsibilities: • Serving three course meals to the residents daily, readily take direction from the Chef as needed.

• Taking meal order from residents and providing them an enjoyable dining experience • Clearing, Sanitizing and setting dining tables for service • General Cleaning duties • Must be willing to take direction • Needs a strong sense of teamwork and cooperation.

• Must be willing to work weekends, evening & holidays Education/Experience: • Serve Safe Course or willing to obtain • Serving experience an asset but not required • Security Checks; Criminal Record, Adult and Child Abuse Registry Please respond with a resume and cover letter by mail to Box 1842 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 or by email to danamenzies@neepawakinsmenkourts.com We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Assistant CAO/ Municipal Clerk

Rural Municipality of Alonsa

Tender MUNICIPALITY OF WESTLAKE-GLADSTONE Public Works Labourer Recreation & Leisure Administrator Trac Hoe Operator Utility Operator in Charge These unionized positions are being advertised internally and externally at the same time. Preference will be given to internal applicants who meet eligibility and position requirements. Applications will be accepted until Monday, September 27, 2021 at 9:00 AM. Interested individuals are to specify position being applied for and attached their resume and cover letter listing how they meet the minimum qualifications/requirements of position. Resumes/applications are to be submitted to: info@westlake-gladstone.ca.

The Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Applicants who require accommodation during the hiring process are encouraged to contact the Municipality Office via the information provided. Thank you to all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

A copy of the Job Description can be requested at the Municipal Office or by emailing info@westlake-gladstone.ca.

The Municipality offers a comprehensive benefit package including Pension plan, Health & Dental, Life Insurance and more.

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

The Rural Municipality of Alonsa is inviting applications for the full-time position of Assistant Chief Administrative Officer/Municipal Clerk.

The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications: • Grade 12 Education, which includes secretarial, accounting and computer skills; • Good people skills and good telephone etiquette; • Good oral and written communication skills; • Experience using Microsoft Word & Excel; • Experience using Munisoft software or other accounting software; • Minimum of one (1) year experience in a municipal office or similar office setting an asset; • Excellent organizational skills; • Ability to multi-task, handle stress and work under deadlines;

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

The successful candidate will be expected to do any professional upgrading that may be necessary.

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

Preference will be given to those who possess a Certificate of Manitoba Municipal Administration or who are already enrolled in the CMMA Program.

Wage To Be Determined Tentative Start Date: November 1, 2021 Interested applicants should submit resume with references no later than: 4:00 PM on Friday, October 1, 2021 to The Rural Municipality of Alonsa “Assistant CAO/Municipal Clerk” P.O. Box 127 Alonsa, MB R0H 0A0 or Fax: 204-767-2044 or Email: rmalonsa@inetlink.ca For further information, please call Tami at 204-767-2054 Only those applicants who are awarded an interview will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest in seeking employment with the RM of Alonsa.

Current starting wage is $15.45/hour plus $1.00/hour perfect attendance bonus!

Wage scale extends to $23.05 per hour

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

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.

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ROSEDALE FOR SALE BY TENDER Lots 3/4, 3 & 4 Plan 5036 – Roll 52600, 52650 & 52700 in the Village of Kelwood The Council of the R. M. of Rosedale is accepting bids for the purchase of the lots listed above in the Village of Kelwood.

• Building construction must commence within one year of purchase of property.

• The successful bidder is required to have all permits (building) in place with the Neepawa & Area Planning District prior to the work commencing • Purchaser to pay all legal and transfer costs.

Hall Ave.

Roll 52650.00

Mountain Ave.

Help Wanted

Roll 52700.00 Roll 52600.00

Please contact the municipal office at 204-476-5414 or email rosedale@mts.net for more information.

The R.M. of Rosedale must receive written bids by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. Highest or any bid not necessarily accepted.

Tenders must be submitted to: R.M. of Rosedale Box 100, Neepawa, MB. R0J 1H0

Help Wanted KINSMEN KOURTS II Assisted Living for Seniors Davidson St, Neepawa, MB. Cell 431-351-0611

Neepawa Kinsmen Senior Citizens Housing Inc is seeking a

Full Time Sous Chef Position Responsibilities: • Must work closely with Executive Chef and Executive Director to ensure resident satisfaction with the food/ dining program • Provide a high level of customer service • Must be capable of delegating, overseeing and managing the kitchen staff as well as daily operations in the absence of the Executive Chef • Must be capable of preparing quality meals while adhering to food safety standards.

• Must ensure all food is received and stored according to food safety standards • Needs a strong sense of teamwork and cooperation.

• Ensure that the kitchen, kitchen equipment and food preparation areas are clean, safe and sanitary at all times.

• Must have a passion for preparing and cooking meals for others with high standards of excellence.

• Must be willing to take direction • Must be able to train others as directed by Executive Chef • Potential to perform other duties as needed or instructed • Must be willing to work weekends & holidays.

Education/Experience: • Minimum 5 years cooking experience • Serve Safe Course or willing to obtain • Security Checks; Criminal Record, Adult and Child Abuse Registry Please respond with a resume and cover letter by mail to Box 1842 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 or by email to danamenzies@neepawakinsmenkourts.com We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.

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

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

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Letter to the editor- When there is no fight, there’s a problem!

Continued from Page 5 Division of the people and in-fighting between the people is exactly what they want. Wake up. The facts are out. If people refuse to see the facts, they are guilty of destroying our freedoms and our children’s freedoms.

When there are no public school board meetings, no meet the teacher, when there is very little communication and when there is no fight... there is a problem!

The ironic part is, people let their kids play together all summer on the beach, at the campground, at the playground sharing and

acting as kids should, then when September comes.... you throw a mask on them and tell them they have to do this to go to school. Mental abuse. That is all this is. I find it appauling that the school divisions are enforcing this.

No one wants to speak up.

Everyone is afraid. No one has a voice... especially our kids... when no one speaks up, they are left to suffer.

In this age of information, it astounds me how very little of it people actually have. Relying on their news program every night to tell them how many more cases, cases, cases there are and

how we need to get the jab, the jab, the jab. Those same media outlets are censoring the truth. Censoring doctors who are advocating for our children not to wear masks, not to get the vax, yet people think it is a conspiracy. Cognitive dissonance is when the truth is shown to people yet people refuse to believe it, because they cannot believe they have been fooled... been hoodwinked and lied to.

I have composed a list of names I have been called in the past 18 months which include: • Conspiracy Theorist; • White supremacist;

Letter– Dear Mr. Premier

As a new grandfather in the fall of 2019, my thoughts are dominated by ‘What will the Manitoba economy be like in 2035, when our grandchildren turn 16 and are able to drive to their first off the farm job?’

Will we Manitobans adapt well and be leading our country of Canada? Our long, long, long departed ancestors saw the end of the stone-age and it did not end because we ran out of stones!

Our ancestors survived the great flood as recorded in our Holy Bible, as well as all the other dominating cultures from invading nations. Eventually, 200 years ago, a

group of Scottish immigrants settled at the Junction of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers, their descendants still live in Sidney...

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Now as interim Premier, [Kelvin Goertzen] has an opportunity to lead us out of the desert in which we Manitobans have wondered for so many years, not stepping forward using our natural resources to become a leading province in Canada!

Robert Smith Edrans, MB

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• Racist (by the crime minister); • Idiot (by the Premier, no less); • Anti-masker; • Anti-vaxxer; • Super spreader; • Ignorant; • Selfish; and last but not least, • White priviledged.

Just what would my children be called if they were to attend public school...think about this people. There was a rally recently in Neepawa,

speaking out against the draconian measures taken by our corrupt government.

Not one Division member or teacher was there to defend kids.... this tells me you all agree that vaccine passports, masks, masking children in school, lockdowns and endless booster shots until we die is the way to move forward.

Shame on you.

What has happened to our kids is nothing but a disgrace. If you like living in communist China, go live

in communist China, but keep it out of our country, provinces, businesses and schools.

Homeschooling until freedoms are restored.

Vote PPC and join the fight to save our country, as PPC is the only party not hiding behind a mask.

Best regards to all those who agree, we must hold the line and we must unite to end this.

Kim Lukin Riding Mountain, MB

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Letter– Rights and privileges Great article (Ken’s column, “That can’t happen here” in the Sept. 10 edition).

I agree with and disagree with it. There are people stating they have rights, and of course they do. However, the right they have is the right to choose. They can choose to be vaccinated or not. Beyond that, they have no right to enter any establishment. That is a privilege at the owner’s discretion.

A local Lawyer explained rights to me thusly, he said, “I have the right to swing my arm, it is an absolute right. No one can stop me from swinging my arms. BUT my right to swing my arms ends at the tip of your nose, and you don’t have to back up”.

Vaccination and masks are exactly the same.

You have a right to choose not to be vaccinated or wear a mask. You don’t have the right to place my health at risk.

Your rights do not take president over my rights as an individual or as a business owner or operator.

It is that simple. If you choose not to be vaccinated or masked, then learn to live the consequences of your choice.

I personally support vaccine passports and exclusion from any gathering places.Thank you for asking for our opinions, God bless you.

Jim Murray

Letter to the editor– News media needs to challenge more of today’s stories I’m not sure what purpose the vaccine passport actually serves, since those who have been vaccinated can get the virus again and infect those who have already had the vaccine, as well as those who have not.

Perhaps the vaccine passport should be used to keep those vaccinated away from public places since they can infect unvaccinated persons. (that idea would be sure to get a reaction, lol) I would like the news media to report on how many new virus cases are identified each day, and of those, how many were double vaccinated, how many were single vaccinated, how many unvaccinated, how many were sick enough to be admitted to the hospital and how many of that group were placed in the ICU. The numbers currently cited in the hospital each day could include previous patients as

well as the day’s addition, plus any patients that were discharged, so the numbers are a bit vague. That would tell us how many didn’t get sick, or only “mildly” sick.

I would also like to see some news media tackle the reasons why some people who test positive don’t get symptoms– in my mind, their immune system is working well. Or maybe the tests are inaccurate. I hope that there are labs not associated with vaccine makers studying the asymptomatic people to determine if they do indeed have virus antibodies, and if their immune systems have all the nutrients present that are needed to ensure a robust response to any viral infection.

I question the idea that even if we get COVID-19, it won’t provide enough immunity to keep us from getting re-infected. It seems

the vaccine is not, in some cases, at any rate.

I agree that the government has been taking advantage of our distraction with the pandemic, and using rhetoric to keep us fighting with each other, while imposing rules that would be unacceptable to most people. It sounds to me that telecom companies are quietly allowing surveillance by government in exchange for concessions, such as not rolling back price increases that upcoming CRTC regulations had set in place.

And what about suddenly finding Residential School burial sites just as the pandemic was entering a lull? I’ve wondered why this hadn’t happened years ago, as I had heard about these sites from CBC documentary programs. I had also read references to these sites in books and articles that I read

over the years.

Now we have Afghanistan; this is a distraction for American citizens– but Canadians are getting their share of the angst.

And yet more distraction– calling an election only two years after the last election.

What ethical politician does this? The Liberal Government has not fulfilled their mandate, especially given the current state of affairs. I’m truly sorry that the GovernorGeneral did not have the balls to refuse the Prime Minister’s request. It was in her power to do so, or so I understand this to be. (I would have just loved that!!)

Anyway, this was a bit of a ramble... my apologies. I do really wish the news media would be little more challenging of the news stories that show up day to day.

Debbie Ott Glenella, MB

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Mushroom colouration a source of intrigue

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These mushrooms were found by Irene Doble near the Enns Farm in the Mountain Road area on Sept. 9. The large fungi were brought to the Banner & Press office as an item of interest, with some wild flowers to act as background accents (pictured above).

Doble was in awe of the orange colouration on the first (top facing the camera) and the bronze-like colouration on the second (propped against the first). She is hoping to find some way to preserve them, if possible.

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Federal riding review: Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa

Maverick Party candidate Lori Falloon-Austin.

Liberal Party of Canada candidate Kevin Carlson.

New Democratic Party candidate Arthur Thomas Holroyd.

Green Party of Canada candidate Shirley Lambrecht.

Conser vative Par t y of Canada candidate Dan Mazier.

People’s Party of Canada candidate Donnan McKenna.

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T he Dauph i n- Swa n R iver-Neepawa r id ing was created fol low ing the 2012 federal electoral boundaries redistribution.

The riding was legally declared an electoral district in 2013.

The riding sits between Lake Winnipegosis and the Manitoba-Saskatchewan border and it includes Dauphin, Roblin, Rivers, Minnedosa, Neepawa and Swan River. The demographic information is from the 2016 census The area has a population of 87,527 and the average income is $37,148.

Of all those who live in the area, 3.9 per cent identify as a visible minority, while 26.5 per cent of people identify as Indigenous. The riding is also home to 11 First Nations.

In the 2019 federal election, Dan Mazier won the riding, securing 64.2 per cent of the vote.

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