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Neepawa is getting a new hospital $127 million health care facility scheduled to open in 2025

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Several notable dignitaries from across the province assembled in Neepawa on Friday, Dec. 10 for some historic news. The province announced plans for a new $127 million hospital in the community. Pictured (from left): Town of Neepawa mayor Blake McCutcheon, Prairie Mountain Health CEO Brian Schoonbaert, Dr. Brian Milligan of the Neepawa physician group, Agassiz MLA Eileen Clarke, Manitoba Health and Seniors Care minister Audrey Gordon and Manitoba premier Heather Stefanson.

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Neepawa is one of the big benefactors of a significant new investment into rural health-care services. On Friday, Dec. 10, Manitoba premier Heather Stefanson and Health and Seniors Care minister Audrey

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Gordon announced that the province will spend at least $127 million on construction of a new hospital within the community.

The facility will include, around 60 acute care inpatient beds, up from 35 at the current site. lt will also be double the size of the current hospital.

Other notable representatives at the

presser included: Agassiz MLA Eileen Clarke; Brian Schoonbaert, CEO of Prairie Mountain Health; Dr. Brian Milligan, of the Neepawa physician group; and Neepawa mayor Blake McCutcheon.

Earlier in the day, the province also announced that it would be investing $5 million into renovation of the former ER space

at the Dauphin Regional Health Centre to enhance inpatient capacity. These two announcements are part of the Manitoba government’s plans to spend $812 million to build, expand and renovate health-care facilities across the province.

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Manitoba premier Heather Stefanson.

Continued from Page A1 In a press conference at the Yellowhead Centre announcing the project, premier Stefanson said that Neepawa’s new hospital will ensure more accessibility for rural residents to medical care close to home.

“Our government’s vision for better health care includes reduced wait times, improved access and more services in communities closer to home. Together, we’re making another significant step in achieving that goal today in Neepawa,” said Stefanson. “As part of the larger capital health investment in our province’s history, I am pleased to announce that residents living in western Manitoba will soon benefit from a new hospital to be built right here, in Neepawa.”

The news Neepawa had hoped to hear Mayor Bla ke McCutcheon said this announcement is something that Neepawa has been hoping to hear for quite some time.

“Listening to the previous health related news releases, we’ve patiently waited to see what the new plan meant for Neepawa and the greater region, and the announcement today is the one we hoped would be forthcoming,” noted McCutcheon.

“Words cannot express the significance of this news, not only for the Town of Neepawa, but for the surrounding communities.”

A positive for the region Prairie Mountain Health CEO Brian Schoonbaert stated at the press conference that the new Neepawa facility will perform an important role within the new provincial clinical network.

He said it will be able to deliver important regional health services.

“The Neepawa Health Centre provides essential services for a growing population in Neepawa and the surrounding area.

The area is supported by a group of physicians whose skills support the delivery of many important specialized services locally,” said Schoonbaert. “This investment and expanded physical space will allow for our services to grow alongside our population, continuing our region’s focus on providing high-

quality, coordinated care in this part of the province.”

The question regarding how the new hospital could impact other community facilities, such as the health centre in Minnedosa, for example, was brought up at the event.

Schoonbaert stressed that it would not cause the loss or reduction of any services.

“No,” stated Schoonbaert. “The Minnedosa facility will remain as is. The changes [in Neepawa] will be more towards speciality services that others can’t access in neighbouring communities. Minnedosa will stay as is, a health facility for the region, and a very important one at that.”

More space, more services T he ne w Nee paw a Health Centre will include an expanded emergency department, trauma room, as well as stretcher and ambulance bays. It will also include enhanced space for surgeries, diagnostics and palliative care, along with various outpatient services, including dialysis and chemotherapy.

As for exactly where that new hospital will be located in Neepawa, that has not yet been revealed.

Deliberations on the site for the new facility are being finalized and will be announced at a later date.

Construction is confirmed to begin before the end of 2022 and is scheduled to be completed in 2025.

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By Claire Beaumont NACI HOPE Group Since the middle of November, t he NACI HOPE Group has been collecting toiletries and other small goods to create “Bundles of HOPE” packages to donate to people in need.

With all the donations, we were able to make a total of 90 bags to be delivered to the Neepawa Salvation Army, Ask Auntie in Brandon, Brandon’s Women Shelter, Portage Women Shelter and the Brandon Bear Clan.

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Success Beyond Series aims to reduce stigma around mental health topics

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The Light the Flame for Mental Health Initiative has a series of seminars coming up at ArtsForward this weekend. The initiative, supported by Frozen Fire Studios, Badlands Promotions Inc. and ArtsForward, is presenting the Success Beyond Series.

Frozen Fire Studios owner and operator Jeff Desender explained that this three part series will focus on addiction, trauma and mental health. “The Success

Beyond series was designed to try to help people understand these topics and see what it’s like from the person that is suffering’s perspective,” said Desender.

The sessions will have guest speakers who have lived through each of the topics in discussion and can share their knowledge from experience.

The first of the series is called Success Beyond Addiction and will take place on Friday, Dec. 17 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Desender noted that this session focuses on the many variables per-

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taining to addiction, including what can cause someone to use substances and how to attain sobriety.

The other two seminars will be on Dec. 18. The first that day, which is the second of the series, is Success Beyond Trauma. This session will talk about various forms of trauma, how to address it in different situations and help change the way people view trauma and those suffering from it. That session takes place from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Then, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm, the third session, Success Beyond the Mask, will discuss mental health, treatments and how people can get help when struggling with their mental health.

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are available at ArtsForward. “We also have sponsor ticketing available, as well, for businesses that want to buy tickets in the event that the less fortunate would like to attend but can’t afford the ticket,” Desender added.

The Light the Flame for Mental Health Initiative is a volunteer-run project.

“Every person involved has been through mental health, trauma and/or addictions in their own lives,” Desender shared.

They currently have several regular features on social media, as well as a new TV series made in collaboration with WCGTV. “We believe in ending the stigma and showing love and support for everyone with no judgement or negativity.”

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Fewest daylight hours

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his Christmas greetings edition of the paper is printed in a tradition that has been going on for over 100 years for this paper. Businesses, organizations and individuals take a moment to offer thanks to customers and friends and extend best wishes for the Christmas season and the New Year. At the Banner, we add our since best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. May this special season and the New Year, 2022 be a blessing to all who read this paper.

We thank our readers and customers for supporting us. Between the two Banner papers, Neepawa and Rivers, our message goes to over 25,000 people in print and is read worldwide on the internet.

We hope the simple message about baby Jesus, born to be our Saviour, brings truth and love at a time when we need it so badly. I am going to do something in this column that I don’t know if I have ever done before. If I have, it’s been rare in the 32 years of writing this column. Let me explain. We often read in main line media that a person has been quoted who “is not authorized to speak publicly on a topic,” or we often read “this person only could speak on the condition of anonymity for fear of losing their job.” I hate those statements but the rest of this column is dedicated to statements that people have made to me that can only be put in print without a name attached because they would lose their job. I think that is terrible that our society is so enslaved to bureaucracy and silencing that we have to be afraid for our jobs when we speak out an opinion or facts as we know them.

I will let the readers judge the following parts of this column but it will show we need a major shake-up in Manitoba and across Canada. If the suppression of information and facts continues, we are in for a rebellion and I don’t want to see that. I would much rather see the truth spoken without fear or retribution and let the people decide how to assess what is going on once they have been armed with truth.

•Doctors and health care workers are not allowed, yes, you read that correctly, not allowed to speak out on C-19 for fear of neepawa

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Ken Waddell losing their jobs or medical license.

•Doctors will say publicly that there is no treatment for C-19, you can only treat the symptoms. That is only partly true.

Reliable Manitoba doctors have told me about a few different treatments.

•One method brought to my attention is to use a nebulizer with pharmaceutical grade hydrogen peroxide which can be used for essentially any respiratory ailment including those caused by viruses. If you want more information on this you can email me at kwaddell@neepawabanner.com.

•A well known doctor told me that being infected with C-19 gives better and longer acting protection than the vaccines.

Manitoba Health hasn’t recognized that yet it seems.

•I have been told that the new drug to treat C-19 from Pfizer has good results, but, ironically, it operates in much the same way as Ivermectin, which has been denounced and mocked.

•There are many drugs that are cheap and efficient but are nortbeing used and that is bothering and puzzling many doctors, but they can’t speak out or they will lose their license.

•The surgical and procedures backlog now stand at over 150,000. That’s 11 per cent of the population of Manitoba is waiting for surgery, a procedure or test. That means heart and cancer patients are at immense risk of a shortened life as heart disease and cancer waits for no one. One doctor said the death rate will be much higher in the next few years as cancer surgery delayed means the surgery is much more difficult and less effective as the cancer spreads. Cancers have been spreading for a year or more now as the health system is being crippled not so much by C-19 as by the rules.

•Manitoba risks losing surgeons and specialists as they can go to the United States where the rules are not as strict (or as stupid I my words, not the doctors). If surgeons or specialists leave Manitoba now, they won’t be back.

•It has been suggested to me that I should run the following ad: “Wanted: 50 doctors to band together to approach our provincial government to demand that Manitoba Public Health (MPH) and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba (CPSM) provide leadership as to the basic narratives of medical ethics as they pertain to the age old concepts of full disclosure and informed consent. Many successful, globally accessible, treatment options are being denied citizens and patients of the province - failure to disclose must result in government dissolution of the CPSM and calling upon all those leading the MPH to appear before MPs in session to justify their Covid strategies position.

It is unconscionable and unethical that physicians are not permitted to treat Covid patients in the early stages of infection (a basic tenet of medicine) without fear of loss of licensure.

•That proposed ad is pretty severe but everybody is working their hardest in the battle against C-19. But it doesn’t matter how hard we fight if we aren’t allowed to use the available tools, intelligence and ammunition that is available.

•Over this Christmas season, I challenge MPH and CPSM to lift the veil of fear and secrecy so we can all participate in accessing real solutions.

•May God bless and keep us in the power of truth and love.

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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ne of my very favourite days of the calendar year is Dec. 21. The winter equinox. Have watched the sun slide further and further south. I have actually enjoyed sunrises! The winter walks have become briefer and brisker. The candlelights and twinkling tree lights are treasures and treasured.

As thankful as I am to live in a country with changing seasons, and I am thankful for that, the long dark evenings, nights slinking into dark mornings, are not my first choice days.

I can’t say that I suffer from seasonal affective disorder. I still go for walks outside, in the sunshine.

I still eat as balanced a meal as I ever do. I still reach out and maintain contact with other people. My sleep patterns are never good and there is no change from season to season!

I do know that a seed needs a time in darkness, the sun warming the earth in which it lies, before it rises in a visible, living form. We sing, ‘In the Bulb there is a Flower’ and I believe there is. I know that I need times of quiet to be refreshed and energised. Knowing all these facts does not make the time in darkness more pleasant!

For me, it is a combination of the increased darkness and the awareness of losses. Many faith families gather for an evening service– called, by some ‘Blue Christmas’, by others ‘A Service for Finding the Light in Christmastime’ or ‘Light in the Shadows’. So many of the losses that cause me sorrow are not the death of people, but the sorrow of the death of relationships.

The reality is that we are born to die, we all will. The sadness is that relationships are often ended out of necessity, sometimes for convenience, and some frizzle away with time and distance. With every relationship, I acknowledge that I have learned something more about myself, or human nature. Some of these lessons have been necessary, others a bonus, and many a wonder. These lengthy twilights and dawnings are thought provoking for me.

There are those among us that put their Christmas tree up early in the season and there are those that choose to keep it up until the days have lengthened and the warmth and life of lights are not needed. Sometimes, for some of my loved ones, I am surprised the tree comes down at all! And why should it? With the long evenings, it is comforting to have candles burning. It doesn’t matter it they are tea lights or tapers, fragrant or plain. I do prefer real candles over the battery operated ones, but if I had little people or rambunctious pets, the safety of the mechanical candles would certainly be preferred to no dancing lights.

One of the phrases of the creed we speak most Sundays, simply entitled, A New Creed, reminds us that ‘we are not alone’. It is in reference to us abiding in God’s world. For me, it is also the assurance that I am not alone. If these days of too much darkness sadden me, nine gets you 10, others feel the same way! May we all anticipate the return of the sun.

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or the 10,000 residents of Gander, New found land, Sept. 11, 2001 began like any other day. Children went to school, people went to work, businesses opened for the day and the usual amount of traffic made its way along the TransCanada Highway.

But at 9:15 am NDT, a hijacked aircraft crashed into the north tower of New York’s World Trade Center. Thirty minutes later, a second aircraft, also hijacked, crashed into the south tower. The Federal Aviation Administration quickly grounded all flights and ordered all US airports to close. International flights headed for the US were told to land at the nearest available airport and stay there until they could safely resume flying.

In less than 24 hours, 38 aircraft, carrying roughly 7,000 passengers and crew, landed at Gander International Airport. Mayor Claude Elliot and the people of Gander sprang into action. Food was prepared. Accommodations were quickly arranged.

milestones in my life and gave me peace and contentment and a home in Heaven to look forward to.

The Bible teaches us in Ephesians 2:8, “For it is by grace that you have been saved, through faith and this is not of yourselves… it is the gift of God.” Let’s think of the free gift from God when we open the gifts at Christmas.

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Goods and equipment were delivered, as needed.

Gander became an oasis in a desert of uncertainty and despair.

Most of those whose flights were grounded that day had never heard of Gander. But 20 years later, they still fondly remember the community and its people, who so graciously welcomed them and treated them with such kindness.

Twenty years ago, in their time of need, the people of Gander could call on government agencies for help.

That help was not available to the people of Bethlehem 2,000 years ago; when they faced an even greater crisis.

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still cancer free, after almost five years. It was a beautiful letter I received and read “normal”.

But really, the greatest milestone was when the Lord touched my heart. I repented from my sin and accepted Jesus as my Lord and Saviour. It changed my heart and soul and I have lived for Him since then.

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This week, I reached two milestones. They were good, better and excellent.

had to travel to Bethlehem, David’s ancestral home, to be registered. The little town of Bethlehem (population roughly 750) was flooded with people, many of whom had traveled three or four days to get there.

They were tired, they were hungry, they needed places to stay.

Among them was a young couple from Nazareth– Joseph and his wife Mary, who was in labour and about to give birth. They were desperate and appealed to the one person in Nazareth who, they thought, might be able to accommodate them.

But the innkeeper could do nothing. Every room in his inn was full. The only thing he could offer them was a cave behind his inn– a place where a few sheep and cattle spent the night.

It wasn’t much, but it was warm and it was quiet and

in that lowly place, Mary’s child was born.

No mention is made of the innkeeper in the Christmas story. We aren’t told his name or anything about him or his family. But we know that there was room in his heart for the young couple who knocked on his door that night, seeking his help; and that he did what he could to help them in their time of need.

Can the same be said of us? Is there room in our Christmas celebration for the poor, the homeless, the needy or the outcast? Will there be an extra place at the table for a friend or neighbour who might otherwise have to spend Christmas alone? Will there be time for a phone call to a shut-in or a visit to someone in hospital or the care home?

If we each did just one random act of kindness, we could ignite a flame of love, care and compassion that would spread to those around our world who desperately need it. And I can’t think of a better way to honour the one the prophet Isaiah called “Prince of Peace.”

This summer, we celebrated a reunion for my birthday, but it was not until last week that it was the real day and to me a milestone.

Also last week, I received the confirmation that I was

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I read your column, “Are solutions being ignored?” [in the Dec. 10 Banner & Press]. In your article, you mention the use of two monoclonal antibodies– casirivimab and indevimab as being approved treatments. When used in combination, these monoclonal antibodies have been shown to reduce hospitalization, ICU use and death by up to 70 per cent, when used early on unvaccinated individuals with mildly ill patients.

When used later in unvaccinated patients who are critically or moderately ill (62 per cent of patients already required oxygen use), hospitalization and death were reduced by 20 per cent. In the latter case, there were six fewer deaths at 28 days per 100 patients treated.

More details can be found in this article: https:// covid19-sciencetable.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/ Science-Brief_Evidence-Based-recommendations-onthe-use-of-casirivimab-imdevimab-and-sotrovimab-foradults-in-Ontario_published_20211004-1.pdf Note that because there may be limits on the supply, this article talks about 1) treating moderately/critically ill seronegative patients; and 2) treating mildly ill high-risk symptomatic outpatients. Note the latter would focus on high risk symptomatic outpatients to optimize the use of the treatment.

Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia are already using this combination of two monoclonal antibodies widely– including, for example, in Sioux Lookout in Ontario.

The sad part is that the use of this monoclonal antibody combination is not yet approved for use in Manitoba. In contrast, Ontario has already been using this combination since September (we are three months behind).

You can see more at this link: https://jongerrardsreport. blogspot.com/2021/12/why-has-manitoba-been-so-slowto.html As you will note, I had written to the Minister as early as Oct. 11 to push for making these antibodies available for use in Manitoba.

The use of this monoclonal antibody combination is important for two reasons. It will save lives and save people from getting really sick when used early in those who are not vaccinated. It is also important because the use of this monoclonal antibody combination will reduce hospital and ICU use for patients with COVID-19 and could mean that we would not have to be cancelling surgeries and creating a larger and larger surgical backlog.

Dr. Jon Gerrard Winnipeg, MB

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I read Lenora Buffi's letter in the Dec. 10 edition and certainly must agree with her about Neepawa and area being a great place. I certainly don't agree with her perception of tyranny.

I checked in my Webster's Dictionary and it said tyranny is “the government or authority of a tyrant” (who is “one who uses his power arbitrarily and oppressively; an absolute ruler”). Now, one could argue that this describes the Prime Minister, but when I think of a tyrant, I think of Hitler, Stalin, Pol Pot and their like.

The QR code and exclusion of the unvaccinated from various activities will help protect them because when they get C19, they get very sick. The stats prove that out.

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Dec. 6: RCMP responded to a report of an assault in the Municipality of Harrison Park. As a result, one person was arrested, charged and released to appear in court at a later date. Police conducted COVID-19 compliance checks in Minnedosa and Neepawa. All person(s) were found complying with quarantine regulations. Police received a report of fraud in Neepawa, where there was insufficient evidence to proceed further.

Dec. 7: RCMP received a report of a belligerent individual in Minnedosa.

Police attended and located the individual, who had caused significant damage to a vehicle. The individual was arrested and charged for multiple offences. Police were dispatched to a commercial alarm in Neepawa.

Patrols were made and everything was secure. The alarm was determined to be false.

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Dec. 9: RCMP received a report of fraud in Neepawa, where a victim was scammed out of a substantial amount of money through a fraudulent online business. The matter is still under investigation. Police responded to a traffic collision in Neepawa, where a vehicle drove into the front window of a business.

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Dec. 12: RCMP responded to a breach of peace in Minnedosa. Police assisted with the family dispute and there were no further reported issues. Police received a report of a single vehicle rollover in the RM of Rosedale. It was determined that the vehicle slid into a ditch and then rolled into a ravine. One individual was transported to the hospital with minor injuries. Icy roads were determined to be the cause.

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National and provincial representatives, students show support for RRSD custodians

By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press Over five weeks into the strike of custodial staff at Rolling River School Division, the community continues to show support for the strikers. On Dec. 9, students from Minnedosa Collegiate joined picketers outside the RRSD office in Minnedosa and marched along Main Street in solidarity with their custodians.

In addition to the high school students, union representatives from across the country came to Minnedosa, including CUPE national president Mark Hancock, Canadian Labour Congress president Bea Bruske, Manitoba Teachers’ Society president James Bedford, CUPE Manitoba president Gina McKay and CUPE Saskatchewan president Judy Henley.

“I think it’s ridiculous that these workers are on strike in week five, just before Christmas. These are our janitorial staff and cleaners, who we all– our communities and our families– rely on to be OPTOMETRISTS

in the school to that have already do the important a c h ie v e d t h i s work of keeping without going on the schools clean the [picket] line,” and tidy, espestated Kev in cially during a Jay, pr e s ident pandemic,” exof CUPE 1630, pressed Bruske. representing the “The fact that R RSD custodthey’re so close ians. “I have 23 in terms of what custodians that t hey’re ask ing have put themfor is ridiculous. selves in a panMany of these demic, and not workers here see one of them have those children stepped forward that are in those and said, ‘I’m schools as family not doing this.’ members, as exThey’ve all just tended fa m i ly stepped forward members... And and said, ‘Yeah, it’s absolutely what do we need PHOTO BY KIRA PATERSON shameful that the to do to keep our school division Minnedosa Collegiate students joined the RRSD custodians on the kids safe?’... So picket line. will not settle.” it’s time for the tract, with wage increases “All we are asking for is The custodial division to stop staff are asking for the same of 1.6 per cent, 1.4 per cent, wage increase parity, not and say, ‘Thank you guys. deal school staff across the 0.5 per cent and a cost of wage parity, wage increase Thanks for getting us province have received, living adjustment over that parity with the other 27 through this.’” local [unions] in Manitoba which is a four year con- time span.

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preciative of all the support in the communities in which they’ve been picketing. “The towns we have been through, we’ve had nothing but support.

It’s been wonderful. We’ve had no negative feedback at all, except for we need to get this [deal] done.”

McKay agreed that it’s been great to see all the support for the custodians.

“I think the community support is the way to go.

We’re all a community in Manitoba, we have our cleaners, we have our teachers, we have every school sector here today supporting our cleaners and custodians, and it’s a great showing of solidarity,” she expressed. “It’s been too long, they’re without a contract right now and they’re the last school division in the province that needs a fair agreement.”

Looking Back 1981: Century Farm Award goes to Brydon family A8 NEEPAWA BANNER & PRESS

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

110 years ago, Friday, December 15, 1911 A . R . Te i t e l b a u m announces his decision to retire from business in Neepawa. His reason for this step is that he has been offered a final opportunity to take charge of his father’s business in Winnipeg and will do so early in the new year.

100 years ago, Friday, December 16, 1921 Why shouldn’t Kelwood, Eden and other villages in Rosedale have a Rest Room as well as Neepawa? No reason at all, if businessmen in those places will cooperate on the same basis as in Neepawa and similar conveniences can be provided. Rosedale mun icipa l t reasur y contributes only one-third the cost of Neepawa Rest Room.

The best feature of the Neepawa Rest Room, as at present conducted, is that women of Rosedale and Langford regard it as a resort to which they have quite as much right to go as to their own homes.

They are not imposing on anyone when they go there.

If it was maintained by the town alone, there could not be the same feeling of independence.

A content ion of opponents of the Rest Room in Rosedale is that it is a convenience for but a small proportion of the ratepayers. T he same objections can be raised against the schools, which are for the benefit of those who have children only.

Many people pay for the up-keep of church and Sunday school, though they never go. The Rest Room is a recognition of the rights of women and girls to privacy amongst strangers.

It is unfortunate that amongst the taxpayers there are so many who object to public services which they are not in a position to take advantage of. They forget that many things have been provided for them for which they have not provided the price. What portion of the

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cost of rural mail delivery is paid by the 80 or so farmers accommodated on Neepawa R. R. Nos. 1 and 2? Community service counts for something.

90 years ago, Tuesday, December 15, 1931 Arden: Fire of unknown origin completely destroyed the large frame barn on Wilmot Gill’s farm east of Arden on Thursday night.

Bootlegging would be unprofitable if the average citizen didn’t find it easier to find a bootlegger than the police do. –Montreal Star.

80 years ago, Tuesday, December 16, 1941 Funeral ser v ice was held in Knox Presbyterian Church Sunday afternoon for the late Mary Neal, relict of the late Joseph Ladler, who passed away at her home here in town early Thursday morning…

A pioneer of Manitoba for more than 55 years, Mary Neal was born near Toronto, Ont., Mar. 14, 1862 and came west to Neepawa with the family of the late Thos. Harrison in 1886. Three years later, she was married to Joseph Ladler, of the Glendale d ist r ict , sout hwest of Neepawa. They continued to farm there until his death in 1928, when she moved to Neepawa to make her home.

Miss Annie Elizabeth Sm it h, who has been resid i ng at Neepawa, has been enlisted in the R.C.A.F. as a Messwoman.

She reports to Toronto for her initial training.

70 years ago, Thursday, December 13, 1951 One of the best stories in connection with the big game hunting season was told to the Press last week

by Mrs. Chas. Gordon, of the Brookdale district.

E l mer Hock i n, of Mentmore, knew that Mr. Gordon owned an old .57 calibre Snider rif le, the model used before the turn of the last century. He borrowed the antiquated rifle and was successful in downing a buck with one blast from the heavy rifle.

The r if le, which

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The Brydon family had the pleasure of receiving the Century Farm Award in 1981. Here, members of the Brydon family hold their Century Farm certificates.

bears the coat of arms of Queen Victoria, was manufactured in 1863. It was used during the Boer War. The owner, Mr. Gordon, finds shells for the rif le difficult, if not impossible, to obtain. He now has only seven shells left. Some time ago, he noticed an advertisement inserted by a gun dealer who had a few rounds to sell, and bought them. The shells were said to come from an old city warehouse.

best of the logs were set aside for a house that was built in 1886 and also a stable to shelter the oxen and cow.

Walter and Elizabeth married in 1887 and six children were born to this couple. The two older boys were working at an early age as their father was appointed councillor in ward four in the Rural

Municipalit y for some years.

An eight room cement block house was built in 1912 at the cost of $1,609.30 on Dec. 1.

The spruce trees in the yard were planted in the later 1890s and Mr. Brydon had the first apple tree in the area.

After we (Bert, Nora and son, Don) took over in 1944, we eventually had plum and apple trees, small fruits and lots of flowers. In 1956, we received the provincial prize for our yard.

In 1949, Hydro came to our area, replacing coal oil lamps and lanterns and giving us the many conveniences electricity offered.

This is just a short story of this farm, covering 104 years in this fair land of ours.

30 years ago, Tuesday, December 17, 1991 One step in Langruth’s quest for a clean and

60 years ago, Friday, December 15, 1961 A four leaf clover is considered lucky because its four leaves form a cross.

A rden: Pla ns for a proposed new street l ight i ng s y stem were approved at a meeting of the Unincorporated Village District committee held last Monday, (Dec. 4) in the Parish Hall.

50 years ago, Thursday, December 16, 1971 B e t h a n y : Congratulations to Bill Dyer on his retirement from M innedosa Post Office after 23 years of service.

40 years ago, Thursday, December 17, 1981 The Brydon brothers George (21) and Walter (19) filed homesteads on 25-14-15 on June 26, 1877– George on the east half and Walter on the west side of the section.

Shanties were put up and gradually land was broken with a pair of oxen. The

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reliable source of clean water has been completed, an $80,000 130 metre by 130 metre dugout.

Now, a wet well next to the dugout must be completed.

Philip Thordarson, a Lakeview councillor, said construction of the wet well will likely begin in January and be finished over the winter.

Construction of a water treatment plant is also necessary, and that will likely be finished in the spring, he said.

20 years ago, Monday, December 17, 2001 A veterinary doctor at the University of Montreal has cloned three healthy calves using a technique he says will make the process cheaper and more efficient.

Dr. Lawrence Smith said the benefits of his findings range from increasing the production of milk in cows to saving species on the verge of extinction.

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Kinsmen Kourts Two starting to feel like home Tenants settling in at new senior housing complex in Neepawa

making it more of a home for our residents. It’s still an ongoing initiative,” said Menzies.

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press A new seniors housing complex in the heart of Neepawa has begun welcoming residents to their new home.

The five storey development on Davidson Street, known as Kinsmen Kourts Two (KK2) completed building construction earlier in the fall.

Neepawa Kinsmen Senior Citizens Housing Inc. broke ground on the building in June 2020. It features 48 suites for couples or individuals and includes a fully staffed kitchen, dining area, activity room and expanded parking capacity. The new building is also be connected to the original Kinsmen Kourts building, through a fully enclosed walkway.

The facility currently has 13 occupied suites and 15 total residents. By the end of the month it will be 16 and 19, respectively. It is estimated that KK2 will achieve well over 50 per cent capacity by the spring, as many seniors have expressed interest in moving in at that time.

An atmosphere of positivity Grant Lukin, president of Neepawa Kinsmen Senior

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Grant Lukin, president of Neepawa Kinsmen Senior Citizens Housing Inc. (seated on left) has lunch with tenants and guests at Kinsmen Kourts II on Thursday, Dec, 9. Inset: A close-up of the meatloaf, which was one of the items on the menu for the day.

Citizens Housing Inc., provided a tour of the building on Thursday, Dec. 9. Lukin told the Banner & Press that the consortium involved with the development are very happy with how it has come together. He added the initial response from the residents is also encouraging.

“There’s a camaraderie that’s being built here. I think they’re really enjoying each other and making friends instead of being

alone in their own home, or in an apartment. We’re trying to build an atmosphere here that’s very friendly and very positive to be able to enjoy your senior years,” stated Lukin.

Generosity of the community Executive director Dana Menzies said that the support Kinsmen Kourts Two has received is greatly appreciated. Recent examples

of that support include Stride Credit Union, who aided in the furnishings for the activity room and the Beautiful Plains Community Foundation, who assisted with the purchase of plates and dishes. There have also been many other donors from the community who have assisted over the course

of the past 18 months.

Menzies is appreciative of those supports, but did note that the work continues to make sure they have everything they need to make Kinsmen Kourts Two feel like home.

“We’re still hoping to get more donations, just so we can finish up the decor and

A good start Jim Pollock is a resident who has been living in Kinsmen Kourts Two since early November. He noted that while he was a little unsure of how the move would go for him at the start, it has been much better than he expected.

“I’ve lived on the farm, in the same house for 45 years and I wasn’t sure what to expect from the change. It’s been good. The meals are good, the staff’s been good, everything has been good so far,” stated Pollock. “I know just about everybody in here and I can talk to everybody.

It has everything I need. You can’t ask for any more.”

Tom Borsa is also a resident who spoke with the Banner & Press. He stated that Lukin, Menzies and the staff of Kinsmen Kourts Two, deserve acknowledgement for what they’ve been able to do so far. He indicated they have done a lot to make the facility feel like a community.

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Valley Life launches Outdoors for Everyone lottery

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press Minnedosa’s Valley Life Recreation ( VLR) has launched a brand new fundraising effort. The Outdoors For Everyone (OFE) lottery kicked off on Wednesday, Dec. 15 and will be benefiting the Squirrell Hills Trail Park. The lottery has a total of $20,000 to be won in vouchers for use at A&L Cycle and Stream N Wood in Brandon.

Voucher usage has been split evenly between the two businesses, who were approached

by VLR to be partners for the event.

“When we first heard that VLR was starting a multi-use trail project with the same designers that created the Northgate trail system up by Dauphin, we were instantly very excited. Minnedosa has fantastic terrain for a variety of outdoor activities which aligns with our store values of ‘Make Every Day an Adventure’,” said Stream N Wood. “Due to the close proximity from Brandon, the new trail system will get lots of users from Brandon and surrounding communities.

We were honoured to be

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Members of the Valley Life Recreation board met with lottery partners A&L Cycle and Stream N Wood, in Brandon, recently. Left: Steven Dyce (VLR), Tim Frykoda (VLR), Richard Dupuis (VLR), James Treloar (A&L), Tyler Wirch (A&L), Cam Wirch (A&L) and Dave Ternier (VLR).

Right: Paul Archbutt (VLR), Greg Bradco (VLR), Ethan English (SNW), Clayton Heppner (SNW), Ian Pinette (VLR) and Dave Ternier (VLR).

approached by VLR to be a part of this great project and we are excited to see another great trail system in our province!”

A&L Cycle added, “We believe that the trail system will be a great addition to the Westman area and is a key component in keeping people active and enjoying the beautiful Manitoba outdoors. We are looking forward to trying out the completed trail system and experiencing the Little Saskatchewan River valley.”

Dave Ternier, board chair for VLR, noted that both he and the board were ecstatic when both businesses sent confirmation they would collaborate with VLR for

to win one of six available vouchers. These vouchers have been split into four worth $1,000 and two worth $8,000. The first two $1,000 prizes will be awarded at the early bird draw on Jan. 12, 2022, with the remaining $1,000 prizes and both $8,000 prizes being given away at the final draws on Feb. 16, 2022. Ticket prices, purchasing options, prize conditions and lottery rules are all available online at www.valleyliferec.ca/lottery.

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“To have this type of effort put forth for the benefit of our local community and truly that of the entire Westman region means so much to all trail users. Both of these stores mean a lot to our Board and how they/we use trails and we can’t wait to invite more outdoor enthusiasts to experience what these stores have to offer,” Ternier expressed.

“This fundraising campaign, made possible because of the generosity of Stream N Wood and A&L Cycle, has the potential to dramatically advance the VLR funding goals for the Squirrel Hills Trail Park.”

Those who participate in the lottery will have a chance

Funding update To date, the VLR has raised a total of $247,000 for the Squirrell Hills Trail Park. Just over $29,000 of that total was brought together

through the Ride Like Ole campaign, which was held earlier this year. The total also includes dollars from some yet-to-be announced funding partners, and puts VLR ever closer to reaching their $300,000 fundraising goal for 2021. “[Our current fundraising total] represents about 37 per cent of the total cost the park is currently budgeted for,” said Ternier. “We also have $295,000 in various funding applications still outstanding that the organization has yet to hear back results on. We anticipate learning the results of most of these in the coming 30 to 60 days.”

While a 2022 park build is not yet guaranteed, Ternier

says it is still being planned for. In a few weeks, the next stage of trailhead and trail design will be undertaken by trail park designers Scatlif+Miller+Murray.

This will be the final step before moving on to construction-ready design documents.

Ternier extended thanks to the Westman community for its support thus far, stating, “The support and excitement for this new outdoor recreation space in our region has been incredible. The Board of VLR can’t wait to move on to the final stretch of their fundraising campaign in 2022 and with a little bit of luck, maybe welcome everyone to the trail park later in the year!”

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NFSC Christmas Show makes long awaited return to the ice

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The Neepawa Figure Skating Club (NFSC) held its annual Christmas Ice Show on Saturday, Dec. 11. Members of the club showcased their performances in front of family, friends and supporters.

Rylan Bray picked in Western Hockey League prospects draft Red Deer Rebels select Yellowhead Chiefs defenceman

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press Neepawa’s Rylan Bray has been selected in the recent Western Hockey League (WHL) prospects draft. The 15-year-old, who plays defence for the U-18 Yellowhead Chiefs, was selected in the seventh round (145th overall) by the Red Deer Rebels. In 21 games with the Chiefs this year, Bray has nine points and has become one of the team’s top blue-liners, in terms of minutes played.

Bray told the Banner & Press that he had a feeling that Red Deer would be the one that to would be calling his name on draft day.

“Red Deer have been in touch with me and they had me answer a player’s questionnaire heading into

the draft. A few other teams had me do the same thing, but it felt a little different with the Rebels,” noted Bray. “I figured that they were the one team that would pick me and I’m really quite honoured to have been selected and to have this chance with the Rebels.”

Bray noted that the process of waiting on draft day was definitely nerve racking, but that once he was selected, all that just faded away. He indicated that the next feeling was one of motivation, as he knew it was time to get back to work to ensure he stands out when he attends the Rebels’ prospects camp in the off-season.

Bray closed out his discussion with the Banner & Press thanking his family

Neepawa’s Rylan Bray, who plays for the Yellowhead Chiefs, was recently picked by the Red Deer Rebels in the annual WHL Prospects Draft.

Topham wins U18 AAA player the week Submitted Neepawa Banner & Press The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League has announced that Yellowhead Chiefs forward Cole Topham, a 17-year-old Minnedosa product, has been named Chicken Chef Player of the Week. Topham scored twice and added an

assist to help his team to a 4-3 shootout victory over the league leading Brandon Wheat Kings.

He was also one of two Chiefs to score in the shootout. On Saturday, Cole scored a power-play marker in the Chiefs 5-3 loss to the Wheat Kings. Topham now has 22 points in 23 games played this season.

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Neepawa 3-2 Winkler

First Period 06:27 NPA K. Thiessen (3) ASST: B. Michalchuk (8), C. Trimble (4) Second Period No scoring Third Period 08:55 NPA J. Lapointe (11) ASST: D. Wilton (16) 09:43 WKR J. Arpin (6) ASST: D. Kiesman (2), J. Svenson (23) 14:26 NPA C. Gudnason (1) ASST: T. Huffer (2), W. Highet (11) PP 18:34 J. McCarthy (17) ASST: T. Sambrook (24), J. Arpin (8) Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP WKR 2 0/3 0 0 2 NPA 1 0 2 3 1/4 Goaltenders WKR D. Meilun - 21/24 saves NPA E. Demers - 19/21 saves Attendance: 237 - Yellowhead Centre

Sunday, Dec. 12

Winkler 6-4 Neepawa

First Period 18:50 WKR J. Beauchemin ASST: J. Svenson (24), O. Lugowski (1) Second Period 01:12 WKR D. Wiebe (2) ASST: Unassisted SH 07:25 NPA J. Lapointe (12) ASST: D. Wilton (17), R. Gudnason (12) PP 17:33 NPA M. Thiessen (10) ASST: R. Gudnasson (13), A. Clyne (3) Third Period 01:54 WKR J. Sargent (2) ASST: J. Arpin (9), K. Crewe (6) 05:10 NPA J. Lapointe (13) ASST: D. Wilton (18) 08:17 WKR K. Crewe (1) ASST: J. Sargent (5), D. Isaak (4) 9:33 WKR J. Svenson (14) ASST: C. Mackenzie (8), J. Beauchemin (11) 11:37 WKR J. Svenson (15) ASST: J. Arpin (10) 14:26 NPA R. Gudnason (15) ASST: Unassisted Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP 0 2 2 NPA 4 1/10 3 1 2 WKR 6 0/7 Goaltenders NPA G. Renwick - 34/40 saves WKR D. Meilun - 25/29 saves Attendance: NA - Centennial Arena

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Club 55 Bowling League results: Dec. 9/21. Men’s High Single & Triple: Len Pritchard 229 & 602. Ladies’ High Single: Muriel Porada 199. Ladies’ High Triple: Vivian Oswald 537. Other Scores to Note: Janice Absteiter 155; Darrell Gabler 207, 160, 174; Melvin Oswald 171; Len Pritchard 194, 179; Carole LeBoutillier 180, 170; Judy Gabler 155; Lawrence Smith 217; Vivian Oswald 195, 175, 167.

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Titans split weekend with Winkler Jaegar Lapointe and the Neepawa Titans faced the challenge of the Winkler Flyers this past weekend and proved it could stand toe to toe with one of the top teams in the MJHL’s Eastern Division. Neepawa defeated Winkler 3-2 on Fr iday, Dec . 10 a t t he Yellowhead Centre. The Flyers got a measure of revenge on Sunday, Dec. 12 winning in Winkler 6-4.

Next up for Neepawa will be the Winnipeg Freeze (620-2. 14 points). The home game at the Yellowhead will be on Saturday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 pm and will be the final game of December for the team before the Christmas break.

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Neepawa Farmers playing plenty of extra hockey

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

Playing past regulation time is starting to become a bit of a habit for the Neepawa Farmers. This past weekend, the team needed overtime and a shootout in each of the games they played to find a winner. In the shootout, on Saturday, Dec. 11, Neepawa would come out on top, defeating Pilot Mound 6-5. The result would not be as positive the next day against Gladstone, as it was the Lakers winning that showdown, in overtime 3-2.

Those two results are the fourth and fifth time in just eight contests this regular season the team has needed overtime or a shootout to

decide a winner.

In the Pilot Mound game, David Wollmann scored twice for Neepawa, while Braden Gillies, Shane Byram and Bodhi Spiess scored the other goals in regulation for the Farmers.

The identity of the shootout winner in the game, which took place in Pilot Mound, was not listed on the online stat line.

In the game against Gladstone on Sunday, Dec. 12, Brad Marshall and Garrett Rempel scored for ther Farmers. Sean Kubas and Johnny Beaulieu, meanwhile scored for the Lakers, with Beaulieu notching a pair, including the winner in overtime.

The final game of December for the Farmers

will be on Friday, Dec. 17 against the Minnedosa Bombers. The start time at the Yellowhead Centre is set for 7:30 p.m.

The Neepawa Farmers have arranged for this game to feature a community donation drive for Neepawa’s Community Ministries Centre.

There will be a collection spot for non-perishable food items. There will also be teddy bears for sale for the toss after the first Farmers’ goal of the game.

Fans are also encouraged to bring their own bears, as well as non-perishable food items.

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NACI Tigers defeat Deloraine/Hartney

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

A pair of goals from Tarek Lapointe helped to push the NACI Tigers on victory on Fr iday, Dec. 10, with a 4-2 win over the Deloraine/Hartney Colts. Those goals are Lapointe’s 13th and 14th of the WHSHL season.

He leads the Tigers in points this year with 25 (14G - 11A).

Other goal scorers for NACI on the night were Ethan Lizotte and Jory Kulbacki.

Goa ltender Gatlyn Plett picked up the win with a 16 save night.

The victory improved the NACI Tigers record on the year to 8-6-0

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Monster Buck Night wraps up deer hunting season

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First time buck harvesters were each awarded a hunting knife, donated by Redfern.

Pictured, from left: Leah Vidnes, Rylan Sedor, Quinton Elliot, Zander Campbell, Gage Balciunas, Dawson Smart, Trinity Billaney, Cole McDonald, Brittney Yeo.

Submitted Neepawa Banner & Press Carberry’s 25th annual Monster Buck Night was held Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, with 149 adults and a number of youths 12 and under in attendance. We were unable

to hold the event last year due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Leonard Birch was our very capable emcee for the evening. There were 61 deer heads entered and four elk. The winners are decided by the scoring of the antlers from each buck.

The measuring is done by Scott Holman (Taxidermist) of Brandon and his helpers.

The helpers from Carberry were Paul Dick, Brad Strain, Clyde McCallum, Jason Guenter and Will Allen.

The winners were: A new class this year,

The Malcolm McDonald Memorial, for seniors over 60 was won by Charles Vidnes with a score of 132 2/8. McCain sponsored Best Overall Typical– Kody Judd won with a score of 176 5/8. Redfern sponsored Best Overall Non-Typical– Matt Phillips won, scoring 194. Brian McDonald sponsored Best Overall Ladies– Randi Seniuk won, scoring 146 7/8. The Dave Elliott Memorial for Best Junior Class (17 & under)– Quinton Elliot won with a score of 125. The Dickson Family sponsored 2nd in the Junior Class– Leah Vidnes scored 115. C&T Reynolds Farms sponsored 3rd in the Junior Class– with Gage Balciunas scoring 105 4/8.

Carberry Monster Buck Club sponsored Best Buck

by Sprucewoods Jr. Rifle Member– Quinton Elliot won, scoring 125. Most sym-

metrical over 100 was won by Tyler Robertson, with a difference of 1 3/8, also sponsored by Carberry Monster Buck Club. Muzzleloader class sponsored by Manitoba Muzzleloaders Association was won by Bob Robertson scoring 142 6/8. Best Overall Buck for a member was won by Kevin Hood, scoring 142 2/8, sponsored

by Carberry Monster Buck Club. Redfern donated a hunting knife to First Time Buck Harvesters– Trinity Billaney, Brittney Yeo, Cole McDonald, Dawson Smart, Gage Balciunas, Zander Campbell, Rylan Sedor, Quinton Elliot, and Leah Vidnes.

The main event of the evening was the sale of 52 cards for a chance to win a rifle. The winner of the 243 Browning A-bolt was Tanner Olmstead. Cards were also sold for a chance

to win a Savage .17. This was won by Jamie Smart. Jason Dickson won the 50/50 draw for $945.

Another special draw this year involved envelopes containing tickets to a Blue Bombers game and a Yeti Cooler. The tickets were won by Tom Adriaansen and the Yeti Cooler by Tyler Robertson.

Many other prizes donated by our generous sponsors were also awarded to the lucky ticket holders in attendance.

Proceeds from Monster Buck Night 2021 were donated to Sprucewoods Jr. Rifle for the purchase of equipment and an amount was deposited into an account towards the shooting range when the new recreation centre is built.

Thanks to everyone who helped to make the evening a success.

U15 tournament coming up Here and there

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The Carberry-Shilo U15 hockey team. Back row, from left: Michael Planetta, Nash Neufeld, Madden Lavergne, Cooper Kirkpatrick, Reid Hutchings, Keaton Snaith, Brayden Smith, Tyson Brown, Konner Hullens, Jack Ramsey, Corbin Knol . Front row: Goalies Tyler Knol and Zander Campbell.

By Gladwyn Scott Neepawa Banner & Press The Carberry-Shilo U15s will host their annual

Tournament of Champions Jan. 6 to 9 with a dozen teams participating.

The local team coaches are Bob Hutchings, Brian

Ramsey and Steph Duffy, and Cheryl Snaith is the manager.

Pool A – Carberry-Shilo, Roblin, Gladstone. Pool B

– Minnedosa, Wawanesa, Carman. Pool C – McCreary, Killarney, St. Vital Lazers. Pool D – Winkler, St. Vital Bruins, Tri Valley.

There are three teams on the waiting list, a great sign. Carberry-Shilo will play Thursday, Jan. 6 at 8:00 pm and after the opening ceremonies, Friday, Jan. 7 at 5:45 pm.

Welcoming remarks will come from Carberry mayor Stu Olmstead, North Cypress-Langford reeve Bob Adriaansen, and CMHA president Jay Fryer. O’ Canada will be sung by Ava Hamilton.

Co-chairpersons of the Tournament of Champions are Karra Burney and Don Rea. Cory Hume is the referee-in-chief.

GCB Wildcats defeat Renegades 7-1

By Gladwyn Scott Neepawa Banner & Press

The Glenboro-Carberry-Baldur Wildcats scored four unanswered third period markers to record a 7-1 win over Reston-Elkhorn-Melita-Pierson Renegades in Glenboro Wednesday, Dec. 8 in high school hockey action. The winners held period margins of 2-0 and 3-1, and outshot the visitors 34-13.

Kylan Aitken and rookie Landon Gudnason sank two

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goals apiece, while singles were added by Jaren Waldner, Carter Elliot and captain Deegan Campbell. Assists came from the sticks of Trey Dickson (2), Griffin Anderson, Deegan Campbell (2), Peyton Elliot, Talen Graham, Johnny Meyers and Carson Nakonechny.

Spenser Chapman (REMP) robbed netminder Carson Mooney of a shutout. The Wildcats now go on the road for five games prior to the Christmas Classic in Glenboro Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 12:30 pm.

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• Workers started to renovate the arena ice for the 2022 Manitoba Scotties Tuesday, Dec. 7. Three curling sheets were constructed, the glass around the rink was removed and seating was added to the south end plus a media booth.

The curling rink will be converted to The Patch.

• The Carberry & Area Future Recreation Development Committee held a very successful social evening Dec. 4.

Almost $25,000 was raised in their NHL Hat Auction. The Bud, Spud and Steak was also well received. Two of the Scotties rinks were auctioned off as well, with the Tracy Fleury and Mackenzie Zacharias rinks each drawing $600.

• Beautiful, sunny weather complemented Carberry’s Christmas Parade on Dec. 4. Even Santa Claus arrived courtesy of a Ramsey Motors half ton truck.

• Some folks may have been amused when our new recreation director, Karra Burney, was introduced as a lifelong Carberry resident and mother of five children, but she is getting involved in community activities.

Hockey Day in Carberry on Dec. 4 was a very successful event. There was a good turn out for breakfast, sponsored by the Breakfast Club, and five hockey games were played with local teams. The U7s over Glenboro, U9s Killarney over Carberry, the U11s over Brandon Blue Huskies, the U13s over Souris and the U15s tied Boissevain/Deloraine.

• Wanda Janssens is the new manager of the arena concession booth.

• Brett Janssens and Zoe Cupples, Carberry graduates, are enjoying classes at Bottineau State University and playing hockey with the Lumberjacks.

• Glennis Scott (85), long time Minnedosa resident and former Rolling River School Division superintendent, will undergo right hip surgery for the third time at Concordia Hospital Dec. 21.

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Being home now I would like to thank all my angels that supported me when I was in and out of the hospital. Also for phone calls, messages and visits. Thank you to the Dr's, nurses and for all the staff for the comforting care I received. Madeline Ferguson

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Obituary Lorraine Fleming

February 10, 1927- December 9, 2021 Our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and GreatGreat Grandmother, Lorraine Fleming passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at the Red River Valley Lodge, Morris, Manitoba with family by her side.

Left to cherish her memory are her 2 children: Lorilee (Jared) Ryzner and Jack (Patricia) Fleming; 10 Grandchildren: Christina (Bill), Patricia (Guillaume), Karyn (Jo), Curtis (Katie), Nicole (Joe), Lisa (Bill), Jay, James, Matthew (Chantal), Janelle (Wade); 18 Great Grandchildren, 2 Great-Great Grandchildren.

Lorraine was pre-deceased by her husband John Fleming in 1993, her daughter Lorna Fleming in 2017 and Great-Granddaughter Bella in 2020.

Lorraine was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on February 10, 1927. She went to school in the Bellhampton School near Alonsa, Manitoba. She was working in Amaranth at Parsons Transfer where she met John Fleming. They were married in March of 1952 and lived in the Amaranth area until 1974. John’s work took them to Morris for several years until they moved back to the Bluff Creek area in 1978.

They lived there until John’s passing in 1993. Lorraine moved to Rosenort in 1995 and lived there until April 2021. Lorraine then moved to the Red River Valley Lodge in Morris until her passing on Thursday, December 9, 2021.

A private family graveside service was held at the Silver Ridge Bible Cemetery.

Arrangements Entrusted to: Morris Funeral Home • 204-746-2451

Leonhard Karl Kreutzer

1923 - 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Leonard Karl Kreutzer, with his family by his side, on December 8, 2021 at the Neepawa Hospital.

Leonard was born on June 17, 1923 in Tupper to Katherina and Henry Kreutzer and was baptized on July 8, 1923. He married Evelyn Kreutzer on June 26, 1953. Leonard worked for the oil company (Anglo, Royalite, Gulf, Co-op) in the garage and delivering fuel to farmers.

Leonard was a lifetime member of Zion Lutheran Church and served as Elder, Treasurer and Financial Secretary for 18 years. He served as Treasurer for the Plumas Seniors, volunteered on the Plumas Fire Brigade, served on the Credit Union Board, and Treasurer for Plumas Game and Fish.

He was predeceased by his wife of 68 years, Evelyn, his parents Henry and Katherina, step mother Adeline, sisters Louise (Bill), Helen (Joe), and brothers John (Irene), Walter (Alvina), Reinhold, brother-in-law Leo and two infant siblings.

He will be sadly missed by his daughters Glenda (Ed) Wegner; Gail Kreutzer (Joanne); Gwen (Jim) Mutch; grandchildren Stephen (Pam), Korissa, Melanie (Justin), Emily (Gerald), Great Grandchildren Jade, Hailey, Logan and Tobias, sister Betty Presuentanz, niece Arlene Walker (Les and Yulin), sister-in-law Gertie Kreutzer and numerous nieces and nephews.

We are grateful to the home care staff for their excellent care throughout the years. A special thank you to Bernard Kreutzer and Raymond Privee for their devoted time spent visiting and helping Dad. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Salvation Army.

A come and go viewing was held on Monday, December 13, 2021 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Plumas, followed by a private family service with interment at the Plumas Cemetery.

Clarke’s Funeral Home Gladstone/MacGregor in care of arrangements.

Obituary Lawrence Richie Bickford

Peacefully, on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at the MacGregor Health Centre, surrounded by family, Lawrence Richie Bickford entered into rest at the age of 92 years.

Lawrence was born on March 1, 1929 at home at Norton, New Brunswick, the third of twelve children born to Richie and Mary Bickford. The family moved to Springfield and finally settled in Sussex, New Brunswick.

As a very young boy, Lawrence had a curious streak and always wanted to see what was down the road, so would venture off on his own until his mother finally had to tether him near the house so she knew where he was!

As he got older, he started working for the farmer across the road and that was the beginning of his interest in farming. He decided to leave school early in order to attend agricultural college in a nearby town. As a young man just out of college, Lawrence decided to move west to Manitoba and, though he remained in Manitoba for the remainder of his life, he never forgot his roots and family and made numerous trips back to New Brunswick.

In Manitoba, he initially worked on his uncle’s farm in the Arizona district, south of Sidney. After a short time there, he was hired by another local farmer, where he worked for 8 years. During these years, he met Kay Creasy. They married in 1952 and lived in Carberry, where their 3 children were born. In 1956, they moved their young family to Winnipeg. While living in Winnipeg, Lawrence worked as a heavy machine operator for Kleysen’s Cartage and the City of East Kildonan. In 1970, the farming bug hit again and the family moved to a farm in the Firdale area. For the first few years at Firdale, he supplemented the farm income by working at Carnation Foods and Thomas & Pallister International Equipment, both in Carberry. Eventually, he was able to expand the farming operation by purchasing more land at Firdale and he became a full time farmer.

In 1977, the Beautiful Plains School Division needed a bus driver for the Firdale area, so Lawrence stepped up and accepted the position and enjoyed the job and his young passengers for 25 years. After mandatory retirement from the school bus, he helped out during potato harvest by driving potato trucks for a couple of local growers.

In 1982, he sold the farm and moved to Carberry. In October of 1983, Lawrence married Betty Froese and welcomed her five children into his life. The following year ,they built a house on an acreage west of Carberry, where Lawrence once again was able to have some cattle, horses, goats, geese, dogs and cats. His love of animals continued to flourish.

After 24 years on the acreage, Lawrence and Betty made the difficult decision to retire. The livestock and the land were sold and they moved into the Carberry Lyons Manor. They found they missed their outdoor space, so they purchased a house with a large garden and yard in Austin, where they have lived for the past 9 years.

Lawrence will be dearly missed by his wife Betty; by his children Ritchie (Sharon), Jody (Wayne) Becker, Shelley (Mark) Ducharme, 3 grandchildren and 7 greatgrandchildren; as well as Betty’s children and their families. He is also survived by his brother Murray and sister Barbara and numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral service for Lawrence was held on Wednesday, November 24 in the Westend Community Church, MacGregor, Manitoba with interment in Austin Cemetery, Austin, Manitoba. Pastor Roger Woywoda officiated. Pallbearers were Mark Ducharme, Abe Froese, Garrett Froese, Dale Froese, Betty-Anne Johnson and James Peters.

Those wishing to make donations in Lawrence's memory may do so to Sprucedale Industries Inc., Box 255, Austin, MB R0H 0C0.

White's Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

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Thank You The Carberry Monster Buck Club would like to thank the following sponsors for their support; A&M Farm Ventures, Boo's Autobody, Brian McDonald Farms, C&T Reynolds Farms, Carberry Autobody, Carberry Motor Inn, Carberry Oil & Parts, Carberry Signs, Conway Reynolds Ltd., CTS Truck & Trailer, Cut Rite Meats/ Fish Hut, Dave’s Landscaping, Davison Farms, Dickson Farm Ventures, Dickson’s Honey, East End Service, Enns Bros, Esquire Barbers, Falk Pharmacy, Garbonzo’s Windows & Doors, Gary Baldwin, Gen-Ag, Heritage Co-op, HMS Insurance, Jo Brooks Firearms, Link’s Garage, M&M Drilling, Malcolm McDonald Family, McCain Foods, Metcalf Ford, Meyers Meats, Midplains Imp. Ltd., Norwex-Heather Snowden, Parish & Hiembrecker, Prairie Shot Ltd, Precision Cam-Shelby Hill, Progressive Sanitation, Ramsey Motors, Redfern, Reilly's Home Hardware, RM of North Cypress/Langford, Robinson Supply, Rocky Mountain Equipment, Ron’s All Pipe, Sandhills Electric, Scott Builders, Scott Holman Taxidermy, Simplot, Smart Electric, Spud City Food Mart, Spud Plains Farms, Taylor Lessard Livestock, Trent’s Tree Service, Westburn, Western Canadian Aerial, Westman Aerial, Westman Fire Protection, Westman Sprinklers, Westoba Credit Union, Westward Ford, Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Zegher’s Seeds and anyone who may have been accidentally omitted.

Special thanks to Leonard Birch for emceeing again this year.

Also a big thank you to the scorers for the evening; Scott Holman (Taxidermist) of Brandon and the scorers from Carberry; Paul Dick, Brad Strain, Clyde McCallum, Nathan Bergen, Jason Guenter and Will Allen.

Thanks to all who attended. Your continued support is greatly appreciated, with your help we will be making donations to Sprucewoods Jr. Rifle for equipment plus we will add to a savings account earmarked for the shooting range in the new Recreation Facility.

Anyone still wanting to purchase a Membership for 2022 please contact Conway Reynolds at 204-729-1845 or Jason Dickson at 204-834-3467.

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Help Wanted ROSE INC.

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In our Community Living Disabilities Program In Ste. Rose, Manitoba Successful Candidate Must Demonstrate Good Organizational Skills, Be Self-Motivated, Possess Good Inter-Personal Skills, and Be Willing to Work as a Team.

Starting Wage $14.43 to $15.43 following successful 6-month probation period with a benefit package included.

Interested Applicants are invited to apply to: ROSE Inc., Attn: Stella Bramley, Box 28, Ste. Rose du Lac MB. R0L 1S0 Or Contact Stella Bramley, Program Manager at 204-447-3224 ext. 2 or by email: stellabramley@mymts.net

Half-time term Custodian

Class 1 Drivers needed for deliveries in MB & NW Ont.

This term position is 4 hours/day commencing January 4th, 2022.

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invites applications for the following term position at Hazel M Kellington School

Duties include the cleaning and maintenance of buildings, equipment and grounds under the direction of the Principal and/or Head Custodian.

The starting wage is $18.81 per hour. The Division offers a pension plan and other benefits.

Questions can be directed to the undersigned.

Send resume stating experience and include three references by: NOON, Thursday, December 23rd, 2021

CASUAL CUSTODIANS Beautiful Plains School Division has an immediate need for casual Custodians at Hazel M Kellington School and Neepawa Collegiate. Head Custodians call casual custodians as needed.

Application forms are available online or can be picked up in person at the Beautiful Plains School Division Office, 213 Mountain Avenue in Neepawa. Applicants must complete a Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check.

Send resumes marked “Half-Time Term HMK School Custodian” to: Tyler Stewart Maintenance Supervisor Beautiful Plains School Division Box 700, Neepawa, MB. R0J 1H0 TEL: (204) 476-2388 FAX: (204) 476-3606 Email: tstewart@bpsd.mb.ca Successful candidates must complete a Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check.

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Others are thanked for their interest.

Employment Services Manager

Manager Duties: - Assist individuals with job search skill development, career decision making, and/or accessing funding for training and other services - Ensure the efficient function of the office and services as they relate to the project - Preparation of Annual Business Plan - Monitor project budget and finances - Maintain and submit statistical reports for employment services provided by the project - Liaise with other project partners and develop community synergies Qualifications: - Ability to promote and provide employment services skills to individuals and employers (Human Resource, Resumes, Cover Letters, On-line Applications) - Strong written and verbal communication skills (interview or counselling experience an asset) - Experience and/or post-secondary education in Human Resource or a related field - Strong computer skills (Word and Excel, Quick Books, Internet Browsers, File Maintenance) - Ability to maintain financial and statistical records; strong administrative background - Ability to offer remote learning and employment services via the internet Current salary available through project funding is $38,100 per annum.

This position is being filled on a term basis with potential for permanent employment.

For more information, please call (204) 476-7698 where a detailed job description is available upon request.

Deadline for application submission is Friday, December 17, 2021 at 4:00 pm.

Submit your resume with 3 references and cover letter in a sealed envelope or email it below: Westlake Employment Skills and Services Centre Inc. Attention: Gord Olmstead, Chairperson Box 2227 342 Mountain Ave. Neepawa, MB. R0J 1H0 Email: olmsteadgord@gmail.com Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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

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

As a Meat Cutter/Production Personnel you will be a critical member of our team in the creation of our world class product. Our positions range from working on our production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between!

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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Letter to the editor: ‘Doesn’t sound like a good neighbour’

Continued from Page A5 I take great exception to your perception that the unvaccinated are “good neighbours”. You are the polar opposite of that!

By not getting the vaccine, you are slowing the move to herd immunity, which will stop the mutations, which might be a more deadly form that cannot be controlled by the current vaccines.

And the unvaccinated make up more than 90 per cent of the ICU patients, stopping lifesaving and life changing operations of the vaccinated. To put it bluntly, people are dying because they can't get an operation because a selfish few are using flawed or totally wrong facts and logic to not get vaccinated. That doesn't sound like a good neighbour to most people.

I wear a mask to protect other people and other people wear a mask to protect me because that's how C19 is usually spread, through air borne body fluids (spit!). We are not “terrified of germs”.

Please do not quote a great man like Winston Churchill and suggest the unvaxxed and unmasked are courageous. That is ludicrous at best.

In other news, the country of Austria is mandating every citizen must be vaccinated. In Australia, if you receive any cheque from the government you must show proof of vaccination. And in Singapore, if you come to the hospital with C19 and you are unvaxxed, bring your chequebook too, because you are paying for your medical expenses. A show of hands, if you are in favour of any of these measures being in place in Canada?

And thanks to Ken Waddell, I am taking Vitamin D now. And a Merry Christmas to all.

Hymie Hurrell Neepawa, MB

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Help Wanted Agricultural Technician T.I.C. Parts & Service is expanding our operations and now accepting applications for the position of Agricultural Technician.

Responsibilities • Perform basic and complex agricultural equipment diagnostics and determine what repairs are needed.

• Prepare reports and forms required with work assignments.

• Complete set up and pre-delivery inspections of equipment.

Requirements • Journeyman level.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Excellent communication skills.

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We Offer • Competitive hourly wages.

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For More Information Contact Darrell at 204-476-0716 Drop Off Resume T.I.C. Parts & Service 220 Hwy#5 North, Neepawa, Manitoba

TERM EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SKILLED LABOURER III Working under the direction of the Public Works Supervisor or Lead Hand, this is a full time, twelve (12) month term position working 40 hours per week, with the opportunity to become permanent.

Individuals must be able to work some flexible shift work, including overtime and on-call work. This position is offered in accordance with CUPE Local 1735-01. Rate of pay $22.67 – $23.90 per hour.

A complete job description can be found on the website www.neepawa.ca under Town, Employment; on Facebook or by requesting a copy from the administration office.

Applications, including cover letter, will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. January 3, 2022 to: Denis Saquet, C.E.T., Manager of Operations Box 339, 275 Hamilton St., Neepawa MB R0J 1H0 Ph (204) 476-7655 ~ Fax (204) 476-7624 Email: operations@neepawa.ca Thank you to all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Mail Resume To T.I.C. Parts & Service Box 746, Neepawa, Manitoba, R0J1H0 Email Resume To tic.admin@mymts.net

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Letter: Keep on keepin’ on

As many know, the Southern Manitoba Review will be closed at the end of 2021. This community newspaper has served the Cartwright/Mather area since 1899. The Review is an independent newspaper which has been in the Wallace family for more than 110 years. It was begun by R.J.C. Stead (who wrote Grain and other novels). He married my great aunt Nettie Wallace a few years later, and when they went west in 1909, Nettie’s brothers took over the newspaper. It then passed to Harry Wallace, and then to me (Harry’s daughter). I have reached the time of retirement, and sadly, the Review is also being “retired.”

The Cartwright paper has always been a very small business, with our little area being surrounded by towns with newspapers on three sides, and the US border on the south. When I started to work with Dad in 1984, he told me he didn’t know how long the business could keep going. It hasn’t done so badly, to provide a living while I raised a family, and until retirement age.

I have always felt very fortunate to be surrounded by publishing friends at Killarney, Baldur and Pilot Mound, and a little furthur at Boissevain and Manitou, and beyond. In my time, the Review has been a one-woman-show and that can get lonely. My fellow independent publishers have been a support in many ways, sharing ads, pictures and stories and sometimes just discussion about any kind of difficulty or situation. I thank you all for that. I also appreciate the Manitoba Community Newspaper Association and AdCanada for tying us together. Especially throughout the pandemic, the employees and board have worked very diligently to keep us going.

The Review has been printed at the plant at Killarney since just before I became editor in 1988. The Struth family has been very kind over the years. Garry did a great deal of extra work for me when I was learning to process photographs and deal with new technology. I can hardly believe how patient he was! And when Curt came on board, he must have been astounded at the number of mistakes I could make. Eleanor Roosevelt said, “Learn from the mistakes of others; you can’t live long enough to make them all yourself,” but I suspect I came close.

For all that, this has been a great job and I would encourage anyone out there inclined to writing and reporting to give newspapering a go. There is never a dull moment in the community newspaper life. (Well, until COVID, this was true– there were a couple of dull moments last spring and summer.)

I am counting on all our rural residents to keep subscribing to their local papers. And, dear editors, I am counting on you to keep publishing your papers. There is no substitute in our communities.

While the internet has taken over classified ads, it doesn’t serve us well for information, commentary or advertising that requires more than a fleeting thought. You are doing good work at the newspapers and we need you.

Besides, it is bound to happen that sometime I’ll be wakeful at 3:00 a.m., thinking about some nagging issue. I may be inspired to write up a letter to the editor and I’ll need a place to send it.

Of course, whether you publish it or not will be your decision!

Vicki Wallace Southern Manitoba Review Cartwright, MB

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A brief history of Neepawa’s Chamber of Commerce

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press The Neepawa and District Chamber of Commerce has been a part of the community for quite some time. Did you know that it is approximately 121 years old? However, it wasn’t always known as the Neepawa and District Chamber of Commerce.

The Chamber was originally incorporated as the Neepawa Board of Trade on May 7, 1900.

A vote was then made in 1949 to change the the board’s name to the Neepawa Chamber, the meeting for which was recorded by the following entry in the Jan. 13, 1949 Neepawa Free Press: “Declaring that the United Kingdom had made spectacular progress towards recovery in her attempts to

balance accounts with the western hemisphere, J. H. Evans, deputy minister of agriculture, told the annual meeting of the Neepawa Board of Trade Monday that a still greater cut in the British dollar drain would be made in the future.

The meeting was the last to be held under the name of the Neepawa Board of Trade, as members voted unanimously to change the name of the organization to the Neepawa Chamber of Commerce. Earl Murray, returning as president of the local trade board, was chairman of the meeting, which was host to nearly 150 guests from Winnipeg, Portage la Prairie, Brandon and Gladstone…

Executives of the new Chamber of Commerce presented by J. A. Shearer, chairman of the nominating committee, are: Roy

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Birnie, N. Shoemaker, F. M. O’Day, G. L. Christie, C. Atkins, C. E. G. Bates, R. L. Hurrell, L. Hulme, C. Chamberlain, Dr. M. Clare, A. Schulman, Stan Bray, D. E. Pollock, Rev. D. Anderson and A. R. Sparling.

C. E. G. Bates was returned as secretary-treasurer and other officers will be named at a later meeting.”

Mar. 23, 1949 is believed to be the official incorporation date for the Neepawa organization under that name. The change to the current name, the Neepawa and District Chamber of Commerce, was made 10 years later in 1959, with Jan. 27, 1959 being the incorporation date.

Snapshots from the past The following entries are in regards to a couple of

the efforts made by/in relation to the Neepawa Board of Trade, as recorded by newspapers in and outside the area: •Apr. 30, 1914 Russell Banner: It is rumoured at Neepawa that the C.N.R. are about to close their shops at that place and among the other changes it is said that a mixed train is to be put on the Russell branch instead of the present passenger train.

The Neepawa Board of Trade is putting up a big fight with the officials to prevent the changes from being made, and they expect to succeed.

•Feb. 9, 1931 Winnipeg Free Press: Acquisition of the municipally owned power plant at Neepawa is planned by the Provincial Hydro, which regards it as the key point in its proposals for joining northwest

Manitoba in the provincewide loop system. The Hydro proposition will be made at the request of the Neepawa Town Council, backed by the Neepawa Board of Trade.

If the Hydro goes into Neepawa, it will immediately construct a line linking Neepawa with Minnedosa and proceed to deliver Winnipeg river current into the former town, Douglas L. McLean, provincial power commissioner, states.

Juice from Pointe du Bois has been distributed in Minnedosa for the past month by the provincial hydro, the old water power plant at Minnedosa on the Little Saskatchewan river having been abandoned. The juice goes to Minnedosa over the new Portage la Prairie to Brandon transmission line, and then is sent north from

the Brandon substation to Minnedosa, a distance of about 30 miles…

If Neepawa joins up with the Provincial Hydro, it would only take a 17mile line to supply it with Winnipeg river current by way of Minnedosa, and the farming community of Franklin. In the power commissioner’s opinion this would make possible the electrification of farms in one of the richest agricultural areas of the province, the surrounding area offering a large field for Hydro expansion.

Note: The incorporation dates within this article were gathered from OpenGovCa.com under the working theory that the dates listed are when the incorporations under the corresponding names were made official in the government’s archives.

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HMK students get up close with a fire truck

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Hazel M. Kellington School student Julia Pollock (left) was the winner of the Manitoba Fire Commissioner’s Office contest this year. Her prize for winning was a ride in one of the Neepawa Fire Department’s fire trucks, plus $200. Her teacher, Ms. Taylor, and the rest of her Grade 1 class, got to get up close and personal with the fire truck and were given their very own firefighter helmets (pictured above).

MB Scotties Tournament of Hearts underway in Carberry After months of preparation, the Scotties Tournament of Hearts is underway in Carberry. The provincial edition of this premier curling event is being played at the Carberry Plains Community Centre from Dec. 14 to 19. The winner will earn the right to represent Manitoba at the 2022 Scotties Tournament of Hearts in January in Thunder Bay. This year’s tournament is being live streamed on the CurlManitoba’s YouTube channel, while the semi-final and final will be broadcast nationally on Sportsnet.

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Messages of holiday greetings Message from Dan Mazier, Message from The Honourable MP, Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa Janice C. Filmon, C.M., O.M. Christmas is a time of Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba year to spread joy and good-

will amongst our neighbours and in our communities.

This holiday, I encourage you to spread generosity to those less fortunate.

Many of our friends and neighbours are facing new challenges in light of the ongoing pandemic this holiday season– let’s show them our support.

Whether you are spending this holiday season at home, or visiting family and friends– I would like to wish you peace, joy and all the best.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Message from Eileen Clarke, MLA, Agassiz As your Member of the Legislative Assembly for Agassiz constituency, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you a very happy holiday season. This past year has been another challenging year and many things in our lives may be changed forever. As we approach Christmas, let’s take time to reflect on what truly is important and that is the people that we have in our lives: family, friends and communities.

This has been an unprecedented time in our history, and I would like to express great gratitude to the many businesses and organizations for their continued efforts in maintaining business; to the many health care professionals/providers for taking care of our loved ones during these challenging times; and to the teachers and educators who are in the classrooms and continue to encourage and teach our young people. I would also like to take time to honour the men and women in uniform who work to serve and protect our communities and our great country.

We truly have so much to be thankful for, a constituency of cultural diversity,

The festive season is traditionally a time of celebration, goodwill and thoughtful reflection on the past year. We also look forward to the future with hope and optimism, inspired by the magic of the season that always brings out the best in Manitobans.

The holiday spirit remains strong in our provincial community, undaunted by global challenges, and reminding us of the many reasons why we are fortunate to live in such a welcoming, caring community. The season typically transforms Manitoba into a genuine winter wonderland, but it is the warmth of our citizens that provides the true holiday magic.

I am so proud of our province’s continued propensity to come together in times of community need, as well as in times of celebration. The thoughtful and vital work of

charities shines particularly brightly at this time of year.

Our renowned community spirit is not only a reflection of what we do, but of who we are as Manitobans.

As the Queen’s representative in Manitoba, I am

pleased to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday, as we celebrate this joyful season and welcome the new year. May the festive spirit fill your hearts and your homes at this time and all year round.

Message from Blake McCutcheon, Mayor, Town of Neepawa

community spirit and warm, wonderful people. I hope our gifts to each other will be compassion, kindness, time together and a sincere desire to work together to recover and rebuild from the challenges we have faced in the past year. We need to make this Christmas season one of forgiveness, compassion, kindness, patience and encouragement. We can all contribute and we can all be a part of sharing a positive attitude and an encouraging word. This is priceless to give and will never grow old or become outdated.

Open your heart to rekindling love and respect in our world. It will help to make us all feel better and regain our confidence in the future; it’s in our hands.

May you find time this holiday season to celebrate your blessings, find peace and happiness in our personal lives and give the gift of love this Christmas.

From my home to yours, I wish everyone a safe and Merry Christmas and a healthy, happy New Year.

All the very best for a safe and healthy year ahead in 2022!

On behalf of the Council members and our dedicated employees, I would like to extend our best wishes of peace, joy and happiness to all during this holiday season.

This is the time of year when we reflect on our past year, our goals achieved and establish new goals for the New Year.

We are still dealing with the ongoing pandemic as we approach Christmas 2021. However, this year, Christmas can be different, because we have the opportunity to make personal choices to assist in bringing an end to the restrictions.

Those of us who have made a personal choice to follow the Public Health Orders have the opportunity to go back to having Christmas gatherings and social outings with family, friends, neighbours and colleagues.

Even though friends and

neighbours may not always see eye to eye on every issue, Christmas is a time to be tolerant and respectful of everyone’s choices and beliefs.

At this time of year, we need to remember there are people who are less fortun-

ate or lonely and could use a helping hand or friendly visit. Let’s remember that when we take care of ourselves, we take care of all of us.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our residents!

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Out of Helen’s Kitchen

Date Coffee Loaf

Give your family and friends a gift from your kitchen and spread holiday cheer. Baked goodies are always appreciated and you can’t go wrong with this delightful recipe.

1 cup brown sugar 2 1/2 cups chopped dates 1 egg 1 1/2 cups strong hot coffee 1 cup walnuts, chopped 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda Glaze: 2 1/4 cup flour 2 Tbsp. hot water 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1 1/2 tsp. instant coffee 1/2 tsp. cloves 1 cup icing sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 cup butter Preheat oven to 350°F degrees. In a bowl, combine the dates, hot coffee and baking soda. Set aside. In another bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, cloves and salt. In another bowl, beat the butter, sugar and egg together. Strain the coffee out of the date mixture and set dates aside. Add the liquid from the date mixture alternately with the flour mixture in two batches to the butter mix, ending with the flour. Just mix until smooth. Fold in the dates and walnuts.

Pour the batter into a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan or two smaller loaf pans. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the centre comes out clean. If using the two small pans, the bake time will be less. Cool for five minutes before removing from

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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.

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Out of Helen’s Kitchen Hot Chocolate

Mexico is predominantly a Catholic country, so Christmas there revolves around the birth of Christ, or “El Niño Jesús.”

The season of Christmas starts on Dec. 16 with Las Posadas

lasting for nine days. Las posadas translates in English as “the inns”. After sunset, candle light processions are held in which the Bible story of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem are re-enacted. The procession is led by a “young Virgin Mary”, sometimes riding a donkey, with Joseph at her side. They’re followed by children singing carols costumed as angels, the Three Kings and the shepherds. They are turned away at the first two homes where they knock on the door. Proceeding to the third home, they are told that while there is no room for them in the inn, they are welcome to take shelter in the stable. Kneeling around a manger scene, special songs are sung and prayers said.

Then comes a celebration with music, food, piñatas and often fireworks. On Christmas Eve, families attend midnight mass, followed by a family meal.

Traditionally, children don’t receive presents from Santa Claus. In the days preceding Three Kings Day (Epiphany), Mexican children write letters to the Three Kings asking for a gift that they would like. On Jan. 6, when the visit of the Three Kings are celebrated, gifts are given out. This celebration is the last of the festivities. On Kings Day, it is customary for families and friends to gather to drink hot chocolate and eat sweets. The blend of cinnamon and nutmeg with the chocolate is wonderful.

For added kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

1 tsp. vanilla 1/4 cup baking cocoa 3 cups whole milk 1/4 cup sugar whipped cream 1 cup boiling water whole cinnamon stick 1/2 tsp. cinnamon cinnamon for sprinkling 1/8 tsp. nutmeg In a pot, mix the cocoa, sugar and hot water. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Add cinnamon, nutmeg and milk. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes. (Do not boil). Whisk in vanilla. Pour hot chocolate into mugs; top with whipped cream, sprinkle with the cinnamon.

Use the cinnamon sticks for stirrers.

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Out of Helen’s Kitchen Julekake

In Norway, the 23rd of December is called “Little Christmas Eve”. This is the day when families decorate the Christmas tree and make their final preparations before Christmas. Norwegian trees are covered in heart-shaped paper baskets, known as “ julekurver,” which are filled with sweets. Norwegians are fond of heart shaped, “all things red” and woven wheat straw Christmas decorations. Very fond of elaborately decorating, they love lights and more lights, wreaths, angels, ornaments and Nativity scenes.

My favourite custom of the Norwegians that they do is the julenek, or sheaves of wheat, that are hung on the outside of their homes to give the birds a special Christmas treat.

Norwegians celebrate on Christmas Eve, which is known as “Julaften.” Families get together and eat a traditional Norwegian Christmas meal, followed by holding hands and singing carols and dancing around the Christmas tree. Sometime in the evening, Julenissen (Santa) pays a visit. There are no chimneys for him. He knocks on the door and is invited in with his sack of presents. The children will often sing him a song before he hands out the presents. After Santa has a drink of akevitt (the traditional Christmas spirits), he says his goodbyes and leaves through the door. In days after Christmas Eve, it is a tradition that children dress up in silly costumes and walk through the neighborhood singing Christmas songs. In return, they get candy.

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Krumkake, Berlinerkranser and Fattigman cookies are served to holiday guests and family along with Julekake or Christmas bread. This bread is spiced with cardamom and cinnamon and smells like Christmas when baking.

1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup warm water 2 tsp. cardamom 2 Tbsp. yeast 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. grated orange rind 1/2 cup butter 1 tsp. salt 3 eggs 1/2 cup light raisins 1 cup milk 1/2 cup green candied cherries, halved 1/2 cup red candied cherries, halved 1/4 to 1/2 cup mixed peel (optional) 4 to 6 cups flour Mix the sugar in the warm water and add the yeast to let rise. You can use instant yeast if desired – just follow the directions for use.

While yeast is rising, heat the milk and butter in a pot, just enough to melt the butter; add sugar and cool slightly. Put in mixing bowl; beat at low speed, add eggs.

To one cup of flour, add cardamom, cinnamon, salt, orange rind; mix well and add to mixing bowl. Add the yeast mixture. Continue to add flour gradually until dough comes away from side of bowl.

Let the mixer do your kneading – use the bread hooks and let mix gently for 5 to 7 minutes. Pour out on a floured surface and knead in the raisins and fruit; shape into a ball and place in a greased bowl in a warm place until double in bulk (40 to 60 minutes). Divide into 3 or 4 portions and form round loaves. Place in round cake tins or pie plates. Cover and let rise until doubled. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans.

If desired, drizzle with a vanilla glaze and decorate.

1 tsp. vanilla

Vanilla glaze: 2 Tbsp. milk or cream

2 cups icing sugar

Mix milk and vanilla; add icing sugar a bit at a time, stirring until the right “drizzling” consistency is achieved.

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Out of Helen’s Kitchen Vinarterta

Icelandic Christmas traditions celebrate the birth of Christ and the beginning of the lengthening daylight hours. But perhaps the most famous tradition in Iceland is to do with the Icelandic Yule Lads. Instead of a visit from Santa Claus, the 13 Yule Lads that live in the mountains come down for surprise visits. They are on the naughty side and their names help reveal their unique characters. Their names are: Stekkjastaur (Sheepfold Clod), who scares the sheep; Giljagaur (Gilly Oaf ), who hides in barns and drinks the froth of the milk pails; Stúfur (Shorty),who is unusually short and steals pans to eat any crusts in them; Þvörusleikir (Spoon-licker),who is tall and thin and loves to steal spoons to lick the food from them; Pottasleikir (Pot-licker), who steals pots with leftover meat and vegetables in them to eat; Askasleikir (Bowl-licker),who eats any food left from the children’s bowls; Hurðaskellir (Door-slammer),who slams doors, especially at night; Skyrgámur (Skyr-glutton),who eats all the Skyr, which is an Icelandic yogurt; Bjúgnakrækir (Sausage-pilfer), who likes to steal the sausages that are being made for Christmas; Gluggagægir (Window Peeper), who, as his name implies, peeks in windows to see what he might steal; Gáttaþefur (Doorway Sniffer),who has an extremely long, large nose and an amazing sense of smell for special foods being made for Christmas; Ketkrókur (Meat-hook), who uses a meat hook to steal the meat for the Christmas feast; and Kertasníkir (Candle-stealer), who steals candles from children, thus they have to walk in the dark.

They come down from the mountains one by one. They start arriving on the eve of Dec. 12 and the last is one comes on Dec. 24. The children leave one shoe on the window sill. Each Yule Lad leaves a small gift or candy in the shoe for the children who have been good or, if they have May the been naughty, a rotten potato. I would imagine you would have timeless to hide your special Christmas message of desserts and treats from those Christmas mischievous lads to keep them safe for Christmas day. fill your Manitoba has many people heart and whose ancestors mig rated home from Iceland. Their customs and foods are still enjoyed with joy. by their descendants today.

Helen One of the festive traditions Drysdale is the delectable Vinarterta, served at Christmas or other celebrations.

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1 tsp. cardamom 1 1/2 cups white sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 1 cup butter 3 tsp. baking powder 3 eggs 3 to 4 cups flour 1/2 cup milk 1 tsp. almond flavouring Cream butter, beat in sugar gradually. Beat in eggs, milk and flavourings. Add just enough flour to make a dough that can be handled like cookie dough. Do not use too much flour. Divide into 6 or 7 equal portions. Roll the dough out thin or pat to fit 8 or 9” round cake pans. (I just pat right in the pans on parchment paper.)

Bake at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes until a light golden colour.

Cool before filling.

Filling: 2 lbs. prunes 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 2 tsp. cardamom Cook the prunes in water to cover until they are soft and the water is almost absorbed. Cool, remove stones, and put flesh through a food chopper. Combine with remaining ingredients and heat gently, stirring until a smooth spreading consistency. Cool slightly.

Put layers together with filling. Cool, then wrap and let stand a few days before cutting.

Almond icing: 2 1/2 cups icing sugar 1/2 cup butter 3 Tbsp. milk or more as needed 1 tsp. almond flavouring Mix together and beat until light and creamy, adding more milk or sugar until the right spreading consistency is achieved. Spread on top and sides.

Store for 1 to 2 weeks in refrigerator to soften. Freeze if desired.

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Out of Helen’s Kitchen Orange chocolate biscotti Italy is a country built around religion, family, sharing and delicious food and wine. One of the best Italian Christmas traditions is that their celebrations go on much longer than most.

The Christmas season starts on Dec. 8, the date of Immaculate Conception of Mary, and celebrated until Jan. 6, the day of the Epiphany. Dec. 8 is a national holiday and a day filled with a Mass, street processions, celebrations and, of course, food. This is the day many Italians decorate their homes and trees, bake cookies, visit and eat with their families. Until Christmas Eve, they have special Novenas (prayers), church services and carolers.

On Christmas Eve, families get together for a meatless meal, usually a variety of fish or pasta dishes, then go to the Midnight Mass service. Presepi (Nativity scenes) can be seen everywhere.

The Nativity scene was made very popular by St. Francis of Assisi in 1223 as a way to tell the story of the Saviour’s birth.

Some are very large, depicting the entire town of Bethlehem in painstaking detail. But the figure of the baby Jesus isn’t put into the manger until the evening of Dec. 24.

At noon on Christmas day, the Pope delivers his annual Christmas message and blessing that is telecast around the world from St. Peter’s Basilica. Although Santa has come Christmas Eve, he is not such a big deal as we know him here. Gifts are exchanged, as are letters of love written by the children to their parents and read out loud at the Christmas dinner table. The main meal

This holiday season, we feel fortunate to have the opportunity to express our gratitude for our freedom, family and friends.

We’re proud to serve this community.

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depends on the region: tortellini, lasagne or pasticcio, seafood salad, cured meats, salmon, all washed down with strong coffee and wine. Italian Christmas tables would not be the same without their Christmas sweet breads, Panettone and Pandoro.

The Christmas season ends on Jan. 6. Children in the night of the previous day receive a visit from la Befana, ‘the good witch’. She is always depicted as sooty, as she comes down the chimney on her broom. Legend says that when the Wise Men on their way to see the baby Jesus asked her to join them, she refused. She was too busy with the housework. (I totally get that!)

After they left, she regretted her decision and set out with a gift for the baby, but never finds him. Now she delivers toys and candies to all the children in hopes that perhaps maybe one of them may be the Christ Child she is searching for.

These homemade biscotti cookies are easy to make and perfect for holiday gifts and cookie trays.

1/2 cup butter 1 cup sugar 3 eggs 1 Tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrate 1 tsp. fresh orange zest 2 1/2 cups f lour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. each cloves and cinnamon 1/2 cup candied citrus peel 1 cup mini chocolate chips Chocolate Glaze: 1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted 2 Tbsp. bakers cocoa 1 tsp. vanilla 1 Tbsp. milk With a mixer, beat the butter, sugar and eggs on medium speed until creamy. Stir in the orange juice concentrate and orange zest.

In another bowl, mix together the f lour, baking powder, salt, cloves and cinnamon. Add the f lour mixture to the sugar mix and just stir to combine. Add the candied citrus peel and chocolate chips.

With lightly greased hands, halve the dough and roll into two 2 by 12 inch logs and place on lightly greased (or use parchment paper) cookie sheet. Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes or until dry and set. Let cool for 20-40 minutes. It is much easier to slice when cool. On a cutting board, with a serrated knife, cut the logs at an angle into 1/2 inch slices. Place slices f lat on the baking sheet and return to the oven for 15-25 minutes, or until crisp and lightly browned. Flip the biscotti halfway through. Cool on wire rack.

Make the drizzle by mixing the ingredients together and with a spoon drizzle over the biscotti. If the drizzle is too thick to drizzle properly, add more milk, or too thin, add more icing sugar. Store in air tight container.

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Out of Helen’s Kitchen

Baesuk (Korean steamed pears)

Home decorations are few and not extravagant. However, shops and cafés are full of Christmas lights and decorations. Shopping malls, streets and the whole city are lit up during the festive season with an amazing display of lights. They have many Light/Lantern Festivals, with miles of elaborate decorations and lights. Tourists from other countries come to see these stunning displays.

Koreans have no “special” Christmas menus. As all the restaurants are open Christmas day, many celebrate Christmas by going out to eat. I love that idea– no dishes to wash!

This steamed Korean pear dessert makes a delicious dessert perfect for the colder weather and a light ending to a meal.

There’s a fairly large population of South Korean Christians, therefore, Christmas (Sung Tan Jul) is celebrated by Christian Korean families. In 1949, South Korea’s first president, who was a Christian, designated Christmas as a Korean national holiday.

While most Koreans have the day off, it’s less of the big production we put on. The emphasis is not on presents and decorations, but more on the religious traditions underlying the holiday. There are special Christmas services in churches around the country for people to celebrate their religious faith.

Santa Claus, or Santa Haraboji (Santa grandfather), has made his way to South Korea as well. He is seen wearing traditional robes and a “gat”, the historic flat topped hat and is dressed in blue or green. Kids know him as a happy grandfather figure who gives out presents. Gifts are not given out to the same excess as we do. It is usually one gift per person and a popular gift is money.

1 larger Asian pear or Anjou or Bose pear 1/4 tsp. fresh grated ginger or 1 tsp. diced candied ginger 2 dates or a few raisins 1 Tbsp. honey 2 walnut halves 1/4 tsp. cinnamon powder Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut off the top 1 1/2 inches of each pear, reserving the tops. Using a melon baller or a small spoon, hollow out the inside of each pear. Make a nice cavity and put in the grated ginger, dates, walnuts, honey and cinnamon in the cavity. If there is room in the pear, return some of the broken, scooped parts back into the pear, minus the core and seeds. Place the top back onto the pear. Place the pear into a ramekin or oven-proof bowl, and then transfer the ramekin to a baking pan. Put water in the baking pan until it reaches to about one inch up the sides of the ramekin. Cover the entire top of the baking pan with aluminum foil, making sure to secure it well. Set the pear to bake in the oven for approximately 45-50 minutes or until pears are tender when poked with a small knife. Serve warm with the juice from the ramekin.

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Out of Helen’s Kitchen

Cranberry oat scones

“the bells” sound at midnight. This way, the New Year starts with a clean slate. (And usually a wee dram of whiskey.) On New Year’s Eve at midnight, people cross arms, hold hands and sing Auld Lang Syne in honour of the Robbie Burns poem. Auld Lang Syne translates as “old long since,” meaning a long time ago. It reminisces of the good times shared with friends a long time ago and preserving these old friendships. A Blythe yule and Hogmanay tae ye.

For a traditional Scottish breakfast, look no further than oatmeal porridge. I, however, would like my oatmeal served a wee bit different on Christmas morning. These scones, or “sgonnes” by their Gaelic name, include oatmeal and while these are baking for breakfast, the aroma will draw everyone to the kitchen.

Scottish Christmas traditions have not been around very long.

When Scotland broke ties with the Catholic Church in 1560, Christmas celebrations in Scotland were banned, as the feasts and rituals seemed too Catholic by the Presbyterian Church of Scotland.

There are records of charges being brought against people for keeping Christmas celebrations. If it was celebrated, it was low key and behind closed doors. This ban lasted until 1958, when Christmas became a National Holiday.

Now that the ban on Christmas is lifted, the Scottish celebrate much like we do. Outside lights are strung across homes and Christmas trees are decorated. Santa comes with presents and gifts are exchanged Christmas morning. On Christmas Day, roasted turkey has become the traditional main course, but ham or leg of lamb are seen on tables as well and served with Clapshot (mashed turnips and potato). The dessert can be Clootie Dumpling (like a Christmas pudding), Tipsy Laird (their version of trifle with sponge layers soaked with whiskey), iced Scottish Christmas cake or shortbread.

Without a Christmas celebration, it’s no wonder that the Scottish New Year’s festival, Hogmanay, was celebrated with such passion and partying. Before midnight on Dec. 31, one needs to take care of several traditions, such as burning the branches of a rowan tree to signify that any bad feeling between friends or relatives had been put aside for the New Year and the clearing of all your debts before

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1 egg 2 cups flour 1 cup buttermilk 1 cup oatmeal 1 tsp. fresh lemon zest 1/3 cup sugar 1 Tbsp. sugar 1 Tbsp. baking powder 1/8 tsp. nutmeg 1 tsp. salt 1 cup dried cranberries 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 cup butter In a bowl add the flour, oatmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Cut the butter into flour using a pastry blender until the mixture is fine. Add the egg, buttermilk and lemon zest together and add to the flour mix. Do not over mix– just until dough forms a ball.

Pat out onto floured surface and pat down to a large circle. Mix the table spoon of sugar with the nutmeg and sprinkle over dough. Cut in half. Cut each halve into 7-8 wedges. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown. If possible, serve warm.

Honey cinnamon butter 1/2 cup butter, softened 1/3 cup liquid honey 1/2 tsp. cinnamon Mix together and serve with fresh biscuits, muffins or toast.

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Out of Helen’s Kitchen Pavlova

roast turkey or ham and Christmas pudding. If you are having the traditional pudding, a silver coin is hidden into the pudding and the person finding it will enjoy a lucky year. Other people choose to have a barbecue at the beach or a picnic in a park with a Pavlova for dessert Pavlova is an elegant meringue dessert and it’s easier to make than you think. It is the perfect dessert for a lighter ending to your meal and makes a nice dessert for the gluten free guest at your holiday table.

4 egg whites 1 cup of sugar

2 tsp. corn starch 1 tsp. lemon juice

Filling: Whipped cream with fresh fruit of choice or lemon curd or lemon pie filling No matter what part of the world you live in, Christmas is usually a wonderful time of year. Down under, Christmas Day falls in the middle of the summer school holiday. When Santa gets to Australia, he gives the reindeers a rest and uses six white boomers (kangaroos). He may also change his warm clothes for a lighter, cooler version of his red and white suit. On Boxing Day, Santa may be found on the beach enjoying the sand and surf.

It’s a Christian holiday, so many Australians attend midnight mass on Christmas Eve or Christmas morning service. There are also huge Christmas pageants in each city that are broadcast on television. Perhaps the most popular events are the Carols by Candlelight service. At night, people come together to light candles and sing Christmas carols under the stars. Their Christmas trees are decorated with glass balls or wooden ornaments decorated with images of Australian wildlife, such as Kookaburra’s, bilbies, koalas, kangaroos, parrots and Golden Wattle or Waratah f lowers. As most of Australia’s immigrants came from England, some families enjoy a traditional British Christmas dinner of

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Garnish, if desired: shaved chocolate sprinkle of icing sugar fruit glaze To get more volume, it’s necessary to have the egg whites at room temperature before beating them. Preheat the oven to 300°F

(150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, on medium-high speed, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Add 2/3 of the sugar gradually while continuing to beat. Beat until stiff peaks form.

It will be smooth and glossy. To the last of the sugar add the cornstarch and gradually add in. Add the lemon juice. For a large Pavlova, spread the egg whites on the parchment paper in a 9-10 inch circle. Use the back of a spoon to create an indentation in the center of the mound. For individual ones, make 4-5 inch circles with indentations. Place in the oven. For the large Pavlova, bake one hour. Turn the oven off, open the door slightly and let the Pavlova cool inside the oven. For the small Pavlova bake approximately 25-35 minutes or until firm to the touch, but not browned. Cool in the oven with door slightly ajar.

Once the Pavlova is cool, you can serve right away, or store it in a tightly covered container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze in an air tight container until ready to use. When ready to use, fill the shells with whipped cream and top with the desired fruits. Garnish, if desired.

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Out of Helen’s Kitchen Lebkucken

Many German Christmas traditions have been introduced to other countries around the world and adapted to their existing customs. If you love decorating the Christmas tree (Weihnachtsbaum), you can thank Germany for the Christmas tree. When the evergreen tree was first brought into the home, it was unadorned, later the tree was decorated with apples, nuts and paper roses. It is a widely held belief that Martin Luther, in the 16th century, added lighted candles to a tree. Walking home one winter evening, he was astounded by the brilliance of stars twinkling among the evergreens. To recapture the moment for his family, he put a tree in his house and wired its branches with lighted candles.

The advent wreath (Adventskranz) originated in Germany as well. The advent wreath appeared in the mid-19th century with four larger candles and 19 smaller ones. Each day, one additional candle was lit to help the children count the days until Christmas.

In Germany, the Christmas menu features roast goose, duck or beef rouladen, braised red cabbage, spaetzle, potato dumplings and spicy lebkuchen. Lebkuchen is a special Christmas treat that goes back all the way to the 14th century and baked by Catholic monks in monastery bakeries. These spicy cookies have stood the test of time as one of Germany’s most beloved Christmas treats!

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2 tsp. cinnamon 3/4 cup butter 1 tsp. ginger 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1/3 cup liquid honey 1/2 tsp. cloves 2 eggs 1/2 tsp. allspice 1 tsp. lemon zest slivered almonds 1 Tbsp. lemon juice Glaze: 3 cups flour 1 cup icing sugar 1 tsp. baking powder 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. salt Soften butter (room temperature or in the microwave). Add the sugar and the honey and mix well. Mix in the eggs, lemon zest and juice. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and all the spices. Mix together. Stir the flour into the creamed mixture. Cover dough and chill in the fridge for one hour or longer. Roll out half the dough at a time on a lightly floured counter to 1/4” thickness.

Cut out with a 2 1/2 or 3 inch round cookie cutter. You can put half an almond on the top if desired before baking or put almond slivers on the glaze - your choice. Bake in a 350°F oven for 12-18 minutes.

While cookies bake, mix the glaze. When cookies come out of the oven, brush the glaze on with a silicone brush while the cookies are still hot. If you have not used the almonds before baking, add a few almond slivers on top. Cool on wire rack.

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Season’s Greetings

On behalf of the R.M. of Rosedale Staff & Council, we wish to extend our season’s greetings.

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Best Wishes With Our Thanks At The Holidays

Another great season is in the bag, and we hope it’s filled with good times for you and your family. We really appreciate your shopping with us this past year.

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year ROLAND WEIR

May faith and hope guide you throughout this Holy season and may His love follow wherever you go.

Wishing you peace and happiness throughout this holiday season and all next year!

To you and your family as you welcome the peace and joy of the Christmas Season into your home.

We look forward to serving you in the New Year.

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Merry Christmas from the staff; Mason, Bjorn, Sherry & Denise

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Season’s Greetings Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, And behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.

From the Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Mayor, Council and Staff

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May good times come naturally this holiday season.

It’s been our joy serving you this year.

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Happy Holidays

Happy New Year

to all our friends and customers

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Seasons Greetings

Warmest thoughts and best wishes for a peaceful holiday season and a prosperous New Year!

Mayor McCutcheon, Council & Staff.

May Peace & Harmony Ring Throughout The Land ...And may the spirit of Christmas echo in your heart this holiday season.

Thanks for helping to make our year a resounding success!

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For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11

Mery Christmas & Happy New Year

Warmest Holiday Greetings!

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Season’s Greetings From all of us at

Municipality of Harrison Park

Merry Christmas From

Neepawa Motel

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May the joy of Christmas fill your heart and home as you remember past holidays with cherished memories of family and friends

“Serving our communities with dignity and respect”

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Warmest Thoughts and Best Wishes for the Holiday Season From: Board, Staff and Participants

Touchwood Park Association

Happy Holidays FROM OUR HOME TO YOURS

May this holiday bring love and joy to you and your family. Thank you for your patronage.

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