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Neepawa’s next mayor ready for the challenge Brian Hedley looking forward to serving community in a new role

By Eoin Devereux

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Over the last 25 years, Brian Hedley has seen a lot of great things happen in Neepawa. Over the next four years, he hopes to be part of the group that ensures great things continue to happen for our community.

As municipal elections across Manitoba begin to take shape, one high profile race has already been decided, with Hedley set to be acclaimed as mayor of Neepawa. Hedley, who was first elected to the Town Council in 2018, is the lone individual who has submitted his name for the job. The position of mayor is open due to Blake McCutcheon deciding not to run for a second term.

Along with his tenure as counci l lor, Hed ley has also served as deputy mayor. Speaking with the Banner & Press earlier this week, he said that that experience has been a great learning opportunity.

“I’ve really enjoyed the

last four years. It has been nice serving as deputy mayor and working with Blake McCutcheon. I’ve learned a lot of stuff from him and I thought [in deciding to run for mayor], here’s an opportunity to continue to work with the community and for them. There are a lot of tremendous projects that are on the go right now I’d like to see finished,” stated Hedley.

Hedley noted that the last several councils for the Town of Neepawa have done an amazing job in advancing the community. From the work on improvements to our water and sewer lines, to the planned swimming pool upgrades and creation of the HyLife Back Forty Bike Trail Park, there has been tremendous momentum over the last eight years. Hedley said it will be very important for him and the new council to keep that momentum going.

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Brian Hedley, who has served as a councillor for the Town of Neepawa for the last four years, will be acclaimed as the new mayor for the community later this year.

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‘Neepawa is the perfect place to be’ Beautiful Plains Medical Clinic welcomes new staff member, Dr. Jawed

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press Another fresh face can be seen at the Beautiful Plains Community Medical Clinic in Neepawa.

An ever improving facility in a manner of respects, the clinic has added Dr. Sidra Jawed to its staff.

Dr. Jawed specializes in family medicine, with an interest in the palliative care side, as well. Officially making her home here just last week, Dr. Jawed told the Banner & Press that she was right on time for her first day on the job on Sept. 21.

“So I’m quite literally brand new,” Dr. Jawed laughed. “Before coming here I lived in Winnipeg.

I got my schooling in Pakistan, where I lived previously, then came to Winnipeg in 2013. So about nine years ago now.”

Dr. Jawed added, “I did my training in Winnipeg while I lived there. Then, after my residency in family medicine, I moved here.”

‘Lucky to be here’ Favouring rural settings, Dr. Jawed noted that the move felt like a natural progression for her career. What’s more, she’s actually stopped in the community before. “ I v i s ited Neepawa before coming here and I love the people here.

Ever yone has been so kind,” said Dr. Jawed.

I n a dd it ion t o t he people, Dr. Jawed made note of a few additional

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Dr. Sidra Jawed (pictured) was welcomed as a new member of the team of doctors at the Beautiful Plains Community Medical Clinic in Neepawa last week. She is eager to provide the care her patients need, further explore the area and meet more residents of the community.

factors that are big draws for her.

“Neepawa is the perfect place to be. I really enjoy that the national park is so close and you’re not too far from Brandon, too,” Dr. Jawed expressed. “And

you can have really nice vacation spots here. That’s why I tell my colleagues that I’m very lucky to be placed in Neepawa.”

Dr. Jawed is eager to explore all the community and area has to offer.

However, for now, she wished to extend a word of gratitude.

“I’d really like to thank everyone in general for being so welcoming,” said Dr. Jawed. “I only just started the Wednesday

after having moved the week prior and generally, they’ve just been so nice. From my daughter’s daycare to her school, my

colleagues here… They’ve all been so welcoming and understanding.”

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Local music studio up for Smile Cookie sales ‘Studio of the Year’ skyrocket since last year

By Destiny Maki Neepawa Banner & Press

Frozen Fire Studios is one of two Manitoban music studios that has been nominated for ‘Studio of the Year’ at the Manitoba Loud Music Awards for 2022. An artist-focused studio, Frozen Fire Studios is owned and operated by Neepawa local, Jeff Desender.

Desender is passionate about music, mental hea lth, and supporting local and he tries to incorporate all three into what he does through Frozen Fire.

Manitoba Loud Music Awards is an annual event put on by Badlands Promotions Inc. and other Manitoba sponsors and organizations. Badlands is a promotion company based out of Portage la Prairie that promotes live shows in Portage, Winnipeg and Brandon, as well as supports musicians, whether they are trying to start up or already established.

Their goal is to support and bring awareness of local talent of the less popular genres of rock and

metal to the public eye and give credit where it’s due.

Frozen Fire Studios has partnered with Badlands Promotions Inc. because they share a mutual goal.

They’re both focused on the local music scene and mental health initiatives.

The voting process for the Loud Music Awards was

held online from Sept. 8 to Sept. 30. The live awards event will then be hosted in Winnipeg in November.

Frozen Fire Studios is a local recording studio located just south of Neepawa. Being a Canadianba sed compa ny, t hei r sole focus is supporting Canadian artists throughout the country to help get them started and get their music heard. The company itself is artist oriented, being run by a local musician himself. Aside from Desender’s band, they have two other main artists that they work with regularly. One is based in

Manitoba and the other is in Saskatchewan.

Desender said it felt surreal when he received notification that his studio had been nominated. He said it was a great feeling to be recognized by someone who feels that what they do is worth doing. “I guess I’m doing what I’m supposed to be doing and the f ight is worth it t h at muc h more,” added Desender. He’s very happy that even just one person loves what they do.

Desender has always been passionate about music and it’s an important part of his life. The studio’s main focus is the music. He said he is not concerned with fame and fortune, but with the fact that music is a type of safe place for many people and it’s important for there to be a place where like-minded individuals can have that sense of community. To sum up what Desender said about his studio and the people he works with, he said, “We do what we do, because we love what we do.”

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During Smile Cookie week, some students from Neepawa Middle School helped out with decorating the cookies at Tim Hortons.

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By Chad Carpenter

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More phone philosophy

M Vision and planning

should yield success

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he die is cast. Municipal and School board election candidate lists are now finalized and the election date is Oct. 26.

But there are exceptions, as a large number of councils and boards only got enough candidates to fill the seats and not enough to trigger a contest.

That tells a couple of stories or more.

Obviously, voters are satisfied with past performance in many cases and sitting or incumbent councillors, mayors and trustees have done a good job. Or it could mean that there isn’t enough interest in being elected. Perhaps the job doesn’t pay enough. Perhaps the job isn’t worth the hassle and, unfortunately, elected officials are hassled.

They shouldn’t be, unless there is a real issue, but sometimes voters will “go off” on an official when it really isn’t justified.

I served twice as Mayor of Neepawa and it might be helpful to revisit those terms to give today’s councillors and trustees some insight into how important it is to “play a part” in a project.

In my first term as mayor back 20 years ago I tried my hardest to get the CNR property for the Town of Neepawa. It was finally purchased in my second term 10 years ago and now that piece of land is filling up with apartment blocks, houses, a fire hall and a police station. It took a long time. Like many other projects, it came to fruition because of the little pieces being done by many people. My part was small, but it was a good project, it just took too long. Like a lot of delayed projects, this project’s costs went way up.

In my first term as mayor I had a small part to play in establishing telehealth for western Manitoba. I chaired the Manitba Smart Network and out neepawa

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Right in the Centre Ken Waddell of that grew the tele-health program we have in Manitoba. Both my wife and I have seen the benefits as at least eight trips to Winnipeg have been avoided due to our specialists being able to communicate with us by phone or conference video call.

I played another big part in the upgrading of Neepawa’s Yellowhead Centre with the new lights, boards, insulation and score clock. Still a long way to go, but it was a major improvement.

I relate all these stories to illustrate that mayors, councillors and trustees all play a part in equipping their communities to survive and thrive. It’s a lot of work. Communities definitely need to grow and they need good leadership. It has to start locally or it won’t happen at all.

The question that begs an answer is why do so many communities grow and so many fade away? Sometimes it’s location. Without a large surrounding area to service, it’s difficult to be a service centre. Every community that has thrived has had good location, an area to serve, and most of all, a plan.

If you don’t have a plan, then failure is on the horizon. Sometimes the plan has to be adjusted but “If you fail to plan you plan to fail.”

And that brings us back to mayors, councillors and trustees. They need

a vision. Vision leads to a plan and a plan leads to success. The leading example of vision, planning and success in Manitoba can be found in Winkler and Steinbach. If someone wants a blueprint for success, look at these two towns, lots to learn from their experience.

Oh yes, it takes a lot of money – corporate, private, and government.

Check out any success story, in any town and you will find that the money had to come from somewhere and in a timely fashion. Many good ideas have withered in the scorching heat of not having enough money to start, or more dangerously, not enough money to finish. Many will remember how promising it sounded when beef plants were so badly needed in Manitoba.

They never amounted to a successful effort. A lot of money and manpower was expended in the process.

So, it all comes back to local elections.

If every official digs in and helps from their spot, the vision will be a success.

If not there will be failures. The prairie landscape is dotted with success stories, but it is littered with the failures, especially leadership failures.

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any are the topics covered in the morning call with my grandson. Some are deep and heavy, some remembering. We try to help each other be accountable for getting done the things we hope and plan to do. We try to be open to new and sometimes uncomfortable ideas and ideals. So, warning, some of you may become uncomfortable with new ideas, and some of you may be prompted to get delayed goals done.

Topic one was a reminder that I had started many plans and not completed them. I have determined those who are to be my power of attorney, asked them, and upon receiving their support, had the lawyer draw up the document. In the course of business at my financial centre, the gentle advisor inquired who would be a trusted contact if it would ever be necessary. I assured her that I had power of attorney in place, and she wondered if it would be possible for them to have a copy on file. How simple! Done in a phone call and a walk up town. I have an inkling of what chaos can ensue if there is no legal document for what happens when I can’t!

The other plan I had begun, begun well, I might add, was/is the arrangements for my graduation from this life to the next. I have my urn at home, with a copy of the will and the scripture and music I want for my farewell service. My power of attorneys know where this package is. My power of attorneys are not my executors, so it would be so much simpler for all concerned if the funeral home has a copy as well. After a quick review of the service, I added one reading to accompany the interment portion. Filling out the vital stats form took but a minute, and I dropped that package off at the funeral home. I know that family/executors do not have to follow my wishes, but I am confident that they will!

I think they may be a little afraid not to! (Please, for the sake of your loved ones, look after these essential details– wills, power of attorney and funeral arrangements– you will be loved even more!)

The second topic was/is a natural continuation– death and dying. More individuals are embracing MAID, Medical Assistance In Dying, simply dying with dignity. I have no idea what I will choose, and can support anyone with and in their own personal decision. I have not been faced with the diagnosis of a terminal illness. I do know that people I have loved and trusted would have chosen this option if it had been available at the time of their death. For me, the decision has nothing to do with financial costs, home care, hospital care, medications, support systems or treatments. It has to do with quality of life, and care for loved ones. A relatively new idea.

These conversations were accompanied by much laughter and anecdotes. Giving space for grief and quiet ref lection. For each of us, for all of us, there is indeed a time to be born and a time to die. Life.

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Twelve MVLs— Part 5

t was one of those things that could only happen to my Grade 9 class.

We were seated in our new home room, eagerly waiting to see who our new home room teacher would be, when the door opened and, to our shock and dismay, in walked tour home room teacher from Grade 8. We were disappointed– and I actually heard a few of my classmates say (quietly, of course): “Oh no, not her!”

Now, I will be the first to admit that Grade 9 students aren’t the easiest people to get along with. But this teacher had some habits that we found increasingly annoying as the year went on. I won’t go into detail about what they were for reasons that you will discover shortly. And, to be fair, there were a few of us who had some habits that she found annoying. Her annoyance with us was revealed when we least expected it– but in a way with which we became all too familiar.

She was prone to sudden

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Neil Strohschein verbal outbursts. Without warning, she would begin shouting at one of us– usually for a very good reason.

She would speak her mind and then, just as quickly, she’d stop. Peace, order and good government had been restored in her classroom and learning could continue. To her credit, she only addressed bad behavior, and always with high respect for us as individuals.

This story does not have a happy ending. Our Grade 9 year was this teacher’s last year in the classroom.

She did not leave because she wanted to. She left because she had to. Visits to her doctor and specialists confirmed that she was terminally ill. For the two years she was my home

room teacher, she suffered from severe headaches. By the time their cause was diagnosed, it was too late.

She died a few months later.

I was saddened to hear that news, a sadness I retain to this day.

This experience taught me the fifth Most Valuable Lesson I learned during my years in public school– “In this life, you don’t always get what you want, and sometimes, there is a very good reason why you don’t.” Instead of complaining about what we don’t get, we need to adapt to things as they are and make the best of them.

I often wonder what would have happened if my Grade 9 class had given this teacher the benefit of the doubt. We knew she didn’t

Observation

have an easy life. Had we thought, for even a moment, that she might have had a medical problem– something she didn’t even know about– we might have cut her a little slack instead of being so hard to get along with. Sadly, those years are gone and so is she. The best any of us can do (and I am sure most of us have done) is remember those years and not repeat those mistakes.

I am glad I learned this lesson in public school. It helped me cope with those times later in life when the disappointments were far greater and the hurt I felt was far worse. My public school experience helped me face those painful times with dignity, courage, faith and optimism.

The regrets from my Grade 9 year are still with me. I would not wish some of the above experiences on my worst enemy. But I would not trade them for anything. Today, I welcome them as friends. They have helped make me the person I am.

Addy Oberlin is taking a break from writing her Observation articles for the time being.

By Addy Oberlin

A man that just wanted to answer questions

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n 1731, Thomas Ridgley published his last four volumes of his works “A body of Divinity”. While some Presbyterians may be familiar with his works, everyone can benefit from his insights and clarity on some of the oldest questions man-kind has asked.

Ridgley had a quest for answers, written in plain English and distributed by hand to the common man.

The evidence for this is the letters written to him and books that mention him.

As well, surviving original copies are so worn from public readings and from the interchange of hands, they’re almost unreadable.

The copy that I am reading is a republishing of the first American version in 1889 and, even then, there are pages that are lost to time.

But I d ig ress, THE QUESTS! Thomas Ridgley would ask not his

Blowing the dust off Joel Asselstine fellow peers at universities or reverends in the area, but farmers, seamstresses and sailors, what questions they had about the Bible and God. For six years he studied and asked questions in the London, England area.

After each and every question in his books he gives a short and to the point summar y of the explanation that is easily understood. And only after that does he go into further detail. For example in “A Body of Divinity, Vol. 1 (of 4) Ridgley, Thomas, 1731” it says on page 68: “Quest.

IV: How doth it appear that

the scriptures are the word of God? Answ: The scriptures manifest themselves to be the word of God by their majesty and purity; by the consent of all the parts, and the scope of the whole, which is to give all glory to God; by their light and power to convince and convert sinners, to comfort and build up believers to salvation: but the Spirit of God bearing witness by and with the scriptures in the heart of man, is alone able fully to persuade it, that they are the word of God.” Thomas then goes on for the next 49 pages to defend

and uphold this statement, and I have to admit I like old theology books like Keil and Delitzsch, Mathew Henry and the atheist that shaped modern Protestantism Isaac Asimov. But all of them read like a textbook or a lecture. Thomas has wit and, in some places a little bit of crass comedy, that reflects his interactions with the common man rather than his “Holier than thou” peers.

In summary, if Thomas was a physicist, he wouldn’t just tell you gravity is 9.81m squared, he would explain why it is.

Joel Asselstine is a resident of Neepawa who is passionate about old books and theolog y. In the words of Mike Winger, “I’m charismatic with a seatbelt”.

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I will retain my trust in our public health care

The Banner & Press, Sept. 2 op-ed by John Feldsted promotes the total “privatization of” Canada’s “Health care delivery, all of it including hospitals and clinics.”

“The public system is dead and unworthy of rejuvenation.” “Privatized health care delivery does not preclude provincial governments from overseeing payments made for services rendered.”

Due to our close proximity to the USA and our inability to restrict foreign investment, privatization of Canada’s health care system would result in American Health Care Corporations buying up most of Canada’s health care infrastructure, extending the American style health care into Canada. The American health care system is widely recognized for providing some of the finest health care in the world for this affluent enough to gain access. Those of lower income requiring access to health care become spectators and clients of a lower quality publicly subsidized system.

The private sector willingly provides the profitable services while the taxpayers fund the unprofitable elements of US health care, “overseeing payments made for services rendered” (ObamaCare). Patient inability to service health care billings remain the leading cause of personal bankruptcy in the USA. If we, as a nation, are unable to collectively fund our public health care system, how then, as individuals, do we fund a far more expensive American style health care system?

I would suggest Mr. Feldsted turn his immediate attention to the many reports of neglect and abuse that have occurred in Manitoba’s privately owned personal care homes. His goal would be to create a positive example of personal care that he could promote as an alternative to our public health care system. The problem he will be confronted with is private personal care homes must generate profit for the owner-investors. Profits that have been generated at the expense of substandard patient care, in one example requiring the intervention of the Canadian Military.

In a more recent incident, criminal assault charges have been brought against two employees of the privately owned Winnipeg personal care home, Oakview Place. While he endeavours to create a workable model of privately owned personal care home, providing high quality care that is safe, profitable, affordable and universally available, I will retain my trust in our public funded health care system.

Fred Tait Rossendale, MB

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Pork chops

From Manitoba Pork Producers website, “Manitoba pork producers are proud to provide consumers at home and abroad with some of the best tasting and highest quality pork in the world.” HyLife is now selling their pork products in our local grocery store, Fresh Mart. Today’s recipes showcase this affordable and delicious, locally produced meat.

One Pan Pork Chop supper 1 Tbsp. butter 1 can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted 4 pork loin chops 1/2 cup water 3 potatoes, cut into small wedges 2 tsp. Mrs. Dash 3 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper 1 medium onion, cut into wedges 1 can mushroom pieces, drained 1 clove garlic, minced In a large, heavy frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Brown pork chops on both sides; remove from pan.

In same pan, add the potatoes, carrots, onion and garlic. Whisk together soup, water, Mrs. Dash, salt and pepper; stir into vegetables. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer, just until vegetables are tender crisp, 15-20 minutes.

Add chops and mushrooms. Cover and cook until chops are fully cooked and vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and supper is ready.

Sweet and Sour Pork Chops 4-6 pork chops salt and pepper 1 Tbsp. oil 2 medium carrots, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into chunks

Sauce: 1/2 cup vinegar 1 cup brown sugar 2 Tbsp. soy sauce 1/2 cup ketchup 1 tsp. fresh minced ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 Tbsp. cornstarch 1/3 cup cold water 1 can pineapple tidbits

Place the oil in a frying pan, add the chops and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they are nicely browned.

Place the chops in a casserole dish. Add the carrot coins and red pepper pieces on top.

In a small pot, add the vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, ginger, and the juice from the can of pineapple. Bring to a slow boil. Add the cornstarch and water together and add to the sauce, stirring all the while. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is thickened, add the pineapple pieces and pour over the pork chops.

Cover and bake in a 350°F oven for one hour. Serve with rice.

How do you run your race?

(1 Corinthians 9:24-27)

At some point in life, most of us participated in a race, whether it was at school, college or community event.

And we watch competitions in track-and-field where the first three runners receive the rewards – gold, silver and bronze medals.

How about the spiritual aspect of our life long race?

How well do you run your spiritual race?

1 Corinthians 9:24, “Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but only one receives the prize?

Run in such a way that you may win”.

According to the Bible, grace and grace alone saves us from God’s judgement.

And the way we obtain grace is through repentance and faith in God of the Bible. We must repent of our sins because we have offended God, and then we must trust alone

in Jesus as our substitute who paid the ultimate price on the cross at Calvary.

In this passage of Scripture, Apostle Paul is not saying that we run the race to earn eternal life, but that we live a life of sanctification/ spiritual growth.

God has forgiven and cleansed us through the blood of Jesus Christ, and we need to stay spiritually clean.

In other words, we no longer serve sin in our life.

If we continue in sin, that

would mean that we play the hypocrite, and in doing so, we deceive ourselves.

So run your race well.

Finish well to stand in the presence of your Savior and worship Him forever and ever and ever.

If you are not a Christian yet, repent of your sins and believe in Jesus Christ as your personal Savior. Time is short. Jesus is coming soon!

Come, Lord Jesus!

Pastor Vlad Makyeyev First Baptist Church

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PPD: The dark side of motherhood A new baby brings many emotions, but what if what follows is not what you expected it to be? The traditional picture of new motherhood is her cuddling her infant close with a smile of joy, saying how she has been in love since birth. This is not the case for many mothers, more than you would expect.

It’s not uncommon to experience sadness, anxiety and uncertainty after the birth of a baby (The Baby Blues). These symptoms usually pass within days to a few weeks, but when they don’t, Post Partum Depression (PPD) becomes a reality.

What does it feel like?

Imagine your worst f lu, imagine the full body exhaustion that comes with that. Take that exhaustion and pair it with complete vacant numbness interspersed with intense feelings of sadness. Next, take all the previous things and add to these feelings of guilt and thoughts of, “I should be happy right now,” or “why am I so weak?”

Mothers are expected to be in love with their babies from birth, which isn’t the case for everyone. Some mothers have an intense bond with their babies from birth, and some take time to build love with their babies. Family pressures to visit, raise your children a certain way or maybe you don’t have a supportive partner add to this.

Other symptoms include change in appetite (eat i ng less or more), change in sleep (sleeping less or more), irritability, loss of interest in activities and thoughts of dying.

Symptoms can vary from person to person and

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change depending on the day.

There are many reasons for PPD and they vary from person to person.

There are genetic risks, you are at a higher risk if you have struggled with mental health problems before pregnancy, hormonal imbalances and environmental factors.

No matter the reason, if you struggle with this, it isn’t your fault and you need to battle this with an army of support. A wholistic model is important in treating PPD by targeting the mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional components of the human.

From the physical quadrant, it’s important to eat regularly during the day; this seems like such a trivial thing, but it’s really difficult to do as a new parent. You don’t have to add a massive workout into your day to make a difference, just beginning to go for walks is enough.

From the spiritual quadrant, engage with your spiritual self in whatever ways work for you. Some suggestions are to attend a church service, smudge, paint or be in nature.

From the mental quadrant, you can nourish your brain by reading, listening to a podcast or having a conversation with an elder.

Finally, from the emotional quadrant, you could confide in a friend, connect with your intimate partner, or spend time with your pet.

If you recognize your-

self in this article, please seek out help. Physicians can nourish your physical self by prescribing medications and counselors and support groups can nourish your emotional self through therapy. The last thing you will feel like doing is asking for help, but I promise you that what is going on for you is real, you are loved, and you are worth it.

Here is contact information for support: • Mood Disorder Association of Manitoba texting service for PPD: (204) 391-5983; • Manitoba Suicide Prevention and Support Line: 1-877-435-7170; • Visit your family doctor to ask for a referral for counseling services through Prairie Mountain Health.

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1962: Osborne Home housekeeping units dedicated

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

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110 years ago, Friday, September 27, 1912 Arden: Amos Butler arrived home from the west on Wednesday.

The first injurious frost of the 1912 crop season came on the night of Sept. 23, when there was not much injury to be done. It is hoped that this ends the rain for the year.

60 years ago, Tuesday, September 25, 1962 A smashed windshield and a dead horned owl tell the story of a harrowing experience for Jim Nicol one night recently. The bird flew into his windshield while he was returning to Neepawa from his home in Carberry.

On the same trip, his car also struck a rabbit and a sparrow.

Church off icials and lay persons came from many parts of the province Friday for the dedication service held on the lawn in front of the new Bourke St. housekeeping units of the Osborne Home.

Officiating at the formal dedication was Rev. G. B. Mather, assistant secretary of the Board of Evangelism and Social Service. It was estimated that about 150 people particpated...

T he ne w f a c i l it ie s raises to 54 the number of senior citizens that can be accommodated by the Osborne Home– 25 in the residence and 19 in the various housekeeping suites.

The original housekeeping units on Hospital Street were opened and dedicated in August, 1958. Now fully paid for and in such popular demand that there is a waiting list of applicants for admission, the facilities were expanded during the past year with the addition of the Bourke Street units.

Actually occupied since the start of the year, the new units contain six double suites.

Freshie king and queen Wayne Cameron and Lynn Stewart rode in style in the back of a convertible in Friday’s parade.

100 years ago, Tuesday, September 26, 1922 Ferg. Irwin went to the city on Monday to purchase more cows for his dairy, which is ever increasing in volume of business. Mr. Irwin cannot find suitable animals locally, hence the endeavor to secure them in Winnipeg.

90 years ago, Friday, September 30, 1932 The stable and hen house belonging to Geo. Pede were totally destroyed by fire on Tuesday night. The cause of the fire is unknown.

Fortunately, there was no stock in the buildings at the time. They were partially covered by insurance.

80 years ago, Thursday, October 1, 1942 Arden: Three potatoes which grew in the shape of “V’s” are on display in the window of the Red and White Store. The potatoes were dug from the garden of the Hutterian Riverside Colony.

70 years ago, Thursday, October 2, 1952 Attended by the largest crowd for a single night in the nine-year history of the event, the Neepawa Lions Club’s Country Fair had an auspicious start Saturday night at the Sports Arena.

The Fair was favored by ideal weather and hundreds of district residents and visitors passed through the Arena doors to fill the spacious building to capacity.

It has been announced that R. T. Robinson, Neepawa, a member of the Brandon sales force of The Mutual Life of Canada, has been awarded the degree of

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About 150 attended the open air dedication service for the Bourke St. units of the Osborne Home (pictured at the extreme left) in 1962. Program chairman was R. J. Drysdale, who is pictured at the microphone with other participants in the ceremonies seated behind him.

Flying Club’s first annual open house, Sunday. Club members have deemed the day a huge success.

30 years ago, Tuesday, September 29, 1992 The Western Manitoba Regional Library System will celebrate its 25th anniversary Sept. 25 to Oct. 25…

The Western Manitoba Regional Library system was established in 1967 when the City of Brandon and the Town of Carberry joined forces to provide public library service to their residents. In the past 25 years, the system has grown to include a total of

50 years ago, Thursday, September 28, 1972 A surprise supper and gathering was held Friday, Sept. 22, at the Glen Cafe to honor Fred and Rose Dayholos on their 25th wedding anniversary.

40 years ago, Thursday, September 30, 1982 Sixty-nine people enjoyed plane rides over the area and 140 sampled the tasty pancakes at the Neepawa

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20 years ago, Monday, September 30, 2002 After failing in its bid to sign up producers,

Arden’s Canadian Organic Marketing Commodity Coop (COCMC) is turning to private investors.

COCMC chairman Brad Meyers said in addition to private investors, the

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Topigs Norsvin opens new swine breeding facility near Plumas

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By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press

An international swine genetics company has recently unveiled a new breeding facility just northeast of Plumas. Topigs Norsvin Canada, headquartered in Oak Bluff, MB, held the official opening of the site, called Innova Canada, on Wednesday, Sept. 21.

This new facility will be the fifth location for the company in Canada, all of which are within Manitoba.

Innova Canada will be a breeding facility, to further develop Topigs Norsvin’s genetic products.

“Innova Canada is going to be a genetic nucleus for one of the genetic lines we have in Canada, the Z line.

It will be part of the Delta Canada program and will provide boars to our Delta Canada boar testing facility in Woodlands, Manitoba,”

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well as improving e x pl a i ne d M i ke efficiencies through Shaw, director of tools like lactation genetic services for feed intake recording Topigs Norsvin. equipment,” Shaw He added that the said. work done at Innova The development Canada will benefit of Innova Canada their customers not has been in the works only in Manitoba, for a couple years but worldwide. “Benow. Shaw noted ing a genetic nucleus, that Topigs Norswe are breeding the vin began looking best females to the for locations in the best males to get the summer of 2020. best genetics into Construction on Inthe next generation. nova Canada began So we are continujust this year, with the ously making the PHOTO COURTESY OF TOPIGS NORSVIN aim to complete Site breed better; more productive, more ef- During the grand opening on Sept. 21, visitors had the chance to 1 of the facility by the end of the year. ficient, more sustain- take a tour of the new Innova Canada facility.

Shaw noted that the openable.”

The new location will increasing mothering abil- nologies, artificial learning ing event on Wednesday was also be implementing new ity using new camera tech- and machine learning, as a success, with a turnout of practices for the health of the animals. “Our focus will be on welfare and sustainability, focusing on new welfare concepts such as free farrowing, while

about 600 people, including locals, Manitoba and Canada agricultural representatives, as well as clients and prospects from as far away as the U.S., Brazil, Europe and Scandinavia.

“The opening went very well, despite the weather. We had people touring the barn, asking questions and discussing the different areas in the facility,” he shared. “[Visitors] were interested in seeing the new high welfare areas in the barn, from group gestation to free farrowing, as well as some of the new technologies, such as farrowing feed intake recording equipment, and some new biosecurity concepts, such as the new loadout design.”

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Creating a vision for the valley Town of Minnedosa hosts Strategic Town Hall meeting

The Town of Minnedosa is looking to shape its vision for the community over the next five years, and is asking its residents for advise on that vision. On Sept.

21, about 65 local ratepayers attended a Town Hall meeting at the Minnedosa Community Conference Centre.

The purpose for the gathering was to hear the citizen’s perspective where the priorities for building the community should be. After some extended discussion on both the positives and challenges that Minnedosa faces, the consensus was made on what the four priorities should be. Those priorities were, in no particular order: • Road and Infrastructure upgrades • Effort to attract more industry

that arranging a •Housing expansion session like this •Flood mitigation is something the Cathy Snelgrove, Town has wanted who i s a sen ior to do for several partner with Siere months. Doppler Consult ing, consaid the informaducted the meeting. tion collected from She said this type it is going to prove of interaction with to be significant. community mem“ R i g ht now, bers is extremely we’r e g et t i n g valuable in the proinput from staff, cess. outgoing council “Everyone comes and from the comwith a different set munity. So, [for of knowledge and the new council] experiences. DifferPHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX ent ideas as to what Cathy Snelgrove of Siere Consulting led the strategic Town Hall having this type of could help. The real- meeting, which analysed the strengths and challenges for the Town knowledge at the ity is there is no one of Minnedosa and discussed what the priorities for the community start of their term is very positive,” answer. It’s going should be over the next five years.

Doppler stated. “A to take a whole lot lot of the points are very of different little answers to solve [a community’s] it grow,” said Snelgrove. Doppler was also on hand good and now we’ll be able problems. So, when we can “What we accomplished for the meeting, serving to formalize our priorities, get a group of people like here tonight, the insights as the Town’s representa- and that’s going to be our this together to collectively that they shared, it’s going tive. After the meeting, he next step.”

O ver t he nex t few talk about a community, to be valuable in the next told the Banner & Press it shows how interested steps of formulating a plan they are in the community for Minnedosa.”

Minnedosa CAO Jim and how they want to see

mont hs, t he Tow n of Minnedosa and Siere will review the details from the meeting, as well as information gathered from an online survey that’ll be posted on the Town’s website. From that, a specific strategic growth plan for the Town of Minnedosa for the next five years will be established. A finalized concept should be completed by early in 2023, at the latest.

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Residents of Minnedosa got together on Sept. 21 to share their perspectives for community development. Pros and cons of the community’s current situtation were all considered to determine what areas needed improvement. Cathy Snelgrove led the meeting.

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Preparing to pour $11 million into Park Lake restoration

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

A significant step forward has been made in the effort to return Park Lake to its former glory.

On Tuesday, Sept. 20, Neepawa Town Council unanimously approved the selection of Tri-Core Projects Ltd. for the proposed $11 million restoration.

Tri-Core is a Winnipeg based environmental infrastructure company which will oversee the replacement of the dam structure, the spillway and remediation of flood damage to all areas which were impacted. This work is needed due to a storm that passed through the region in July 2020 that caused the lake to breach, generating major damage to the northeast and southeast parts of the community.

While reviewing the details of the selection process for council, chief administrative officer Colleen Synchyshyn noted that

the restoration cost of just over $11 million will be a bit more than the original estimates had been expecting.

She indicated that she has been in communications with Manitoba Emergency Measures to ensure that all the costs would be covered by the Disaster Assistance program.

“With Manitoba Emergency Measures online [and] agreeing that this will all be covered under Disaster Assistance at no cost to Neepawa,” said Synchyshyn.

While the money for the Park Lake repairs will be distributed through a provincial program, it’s being dispensed by the Federal Government.

Mayor Bla ke McCutcheon asked for clarification on just how handson representatives with the Town could be with the restoration. Manager of operations Denis Saquet stated that Town officials can attend all the construction meeting and advise

Tri-Core, but for the most part, the final decisions on the work and how it proceeds would be under the control of the general contractor.

The completion date for the restoration is not formally finalized due to potential of outside factors such as weather or contractor scheduling.

As for the other progress at the Lake, the construction of the new bridge has been completed and is now open. The removal of the old culvert system, meanwhile, is still being reviewed by the federal Department of Transport.

Council reports • Councillor Marijka Kostenchuk provided an update related to the Handy-Van program. She noted that they had sent out a request for proposal (RFP) for a contractor, which closed on Sept. 12. They received three proposals for the job, with the one submitted by Justin Cicholski selected.

The contract will be for five years and no financials were discussed at the Council meeting.

• Murray Parrott informed council of the ongoing upgrades at work at the Beautiful Plains Community Medical Clinic. Tenders are being accepted for the improvements to the original west side of the clinic, as well as a canopy over the south entrance doors. As well, the Farm & Leisure Lottery is coming up soon. The dates have not been announced yet, as final preparations for its launch are ongoing. Parrott expanded upon the local efforts to attract an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) prog ram to Neepawa.

While it is still very early in the deliberation process, Parrott felt optimistic about the town’s chances for being selected. The LPN program would begin in Sept. 23, 2023 and would be a two year commitment.

Manager of Operations Denis Saquet offered an update on road work in Neepawa. The paving planned for Commerce Street West has been completed. Mountain Avenue and Davidson Street are started. The work that has been done needed to be cured before the next stage was started.

Street lights on the former CN Property are being

installed and the planned extension of Isabel, through the old East View Lodge site may need to be put on hold for the season. It will be dependant on how the annual budget for road repair and improvement aligns with the other work being done.

The construction of the new RCMP building is close to an end. The Town will be in touch with the RCMP to see if they will hit their targeted completion date.

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The Town of Neepawa will purchase a hanger at the Municipal Airport, owned by Bruce Cook for a cost of $12,500.

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CanSkate program is much more than you expect Submitted Neepawa Figure Skating Club Are you new to Canada? Are you interested in learning one of Canada’s favourite pastimes for our long winters? Canadians love to skate, both indoors and outdoors in the winter time! Neepawa is very lucky to have a wonderful facility, the Yellowhead Centre, where you can learn to skate! The Neepawa Figure Skating Club organizes and runs a program called CanSkate.

The CanSkate program is Canada’s best and longest running Learn-to-Skate program. The well-organized and extensive curriculum as laid out by Skate Canada introduces a healthy, lifelong sport to kids at any age whether you want to start at 3 or 12 or whether you just want to just learn to skate or improve your skating skills. The curriculum for this program is based on Sport Canada’s long term athlete development (LTAD) principles and was designed with all ice sports in mind.

Contrary to popular belief, CanSkate is not a figure skating program, it is a learn-to-skate program.

CanSkate teaches the foundation

skills that all types of skaters need to be successful in their sport. Whether you want to be a hockey player, a ringette star, a speed skater, a figure skater or you just want to learn to skate, the CanSkate program teaches the basic skills one needs to learn in order to be able to skate. You learn to balance on your skates by falling down and getting up, doing slalom around pylons or learning proper forward and backward crossovers.

You learn how to be in control on your skates by skating backward, gliding on one or two feet and how to stop a variety of different ways.

You also learn how to be agile on your feet! Whether you are doing a quick turn, a step turn, turning forward or backward or glide turns, any type of turn is vital in ice sports particularly hockey!

If you are interested in giving CanSkate a try, come on out for a free session on Friday, Oct. 7 from 6:00 to 6:45 at the Yellowhead Centre. If you already know you want to join our CanSkate program, head over to the Neepawa Figure Skating Club’s Facebook page and register your child today! Deadline to register is Oct. 28.

Infrastruture, generational planning priorities for Neepawa’s next mayor Continued from Page A1 As he has spoken with people about what their wants and needs are for the future, Hedley indicated that infrastructure still appeared to be where they hoped to see the most progress.

“People want the streets and sidewalks improved.

And then from that, there are spinoffs as the community continues to grow. We need more housing. There has been a lot of work done on that over the past few years, but it’s something we’d need to continue working on,” Hedley stated. “Along with housing, we have growth initiatives we want to look at. We’ve had the [community] recreational study done and I would like to see some of those ideas pursued. There does need to be generational planning for recreation for the future.”

Hed ley elaborated by saying that there are already plans advancing on the improvements to the swimming pool and creation of more pickle ball and basketball courts, which is a positive for Neepawa. Along with that, he noted that he’d like to see some examination into ensuring the viability of both the curling rink and hockey arena. Both those entities are volunteer run, but do receive grants each year from the Town’s budget that cover a portion of their overall budgets.

“When I first came to the community, there were plenty of good reasons why the curling rink is a separate holding and skating rink and that, but I’d like us to look into the future. Generational [planning] for 30 or 40 years and try to come up with a plan that says ‘Hey, here’s something

we’re going to work towards as a community’,” Working with the new council As for Neepawa Town Council, there are nine people who will be vying for the six available positions. While Hedley does not yet know exactly who he will be working with on council, he’s very optimistic about all the names he sees on the ballot.

“I know everyone personally, except for one. But, I still know that person well enough to feel positive about their pursuit of a seat at the council table. We have a lot of good people looking to step up and I think the community is going to be happy with the council that we end up with,” Neepawa’s general municipal election is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 26.

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Manitoba municipal and school board elections are held every four years with the next election to be held on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022.

Town of Neepawa Candidates

Town of Minnedosa Candidates (Acclaimed)

Brian Hedley (Mayor)

Ken Cameron (Mayor)

Dean Dietrich

Mark Blais

Brian Elgert

Grant Butler

Darryl Gerrard

Marc Landry

Mary Ann Marquez-Hunstad

Robert Marks

Jason Nadeau

Frank Taylor

Billy Letain

Grant Levandoski

Joseph Poncsak Jr. Douglas Wood

Ward 1

Lisa Pottinger Yvonne Sisley (Doble)

Minto Odanah Candidates (Acclaimed)

Mayoral Candidates Darcy Meloney Daryl Shipman

Doug Dowsett (Reeve)

Ward 1

Kelvin Bueckert Richard Callander

Ernie Schure

Ward 2 Robert Scott

Ward 3 VACANT

Ward 4

Barry Cook

Ron Kostenchuk

Bill Hopkins Jr.

Ron Carr Dennis Pearson

Earl Burton

Craig Pearson

David Schultz

Melanie Wilson

Mayoral Candidates Stuart Olmstead Ray Muirhead Debbie Rea

Greg McConnell

Ward 2

Jayce Muir

Ward 3

Don Boxall

Ward 4

Bryan McCutchin James Paramor

Ward 5 Damian Dempsey

Ward 6 John Pottinger

North Cypress Langford Reeve Candidates Jimmie M. Krzyzaniak Clyde McCallum

Ward 1

Robert McKinley

Amy Waldner-Redekopp

Ward 1

Ray Drayson

Chas Lambert

Darrin Stanley

Kevin Paramor

Ward 6

Mark Ferguson

Nicole Sellers

Richard Funk

David Todoruk

Ward 2

Jeff Fehr

Frank Pubben

Reeve Candidates

Andrew Somers

Tyler Douglas

Doug Poschenrieder

Glenella Lansdowne

Ward 5

Brion Pollon

Council Candidates Randy Bjarnarson

Karl Snezyk (Reeve) Cindy Hafner

Murray Parrott

Westlake Gladstone

Candidates

At Large

Tom Dowsett

Marijka Kostenchuk

R.M. of Rosedale

Ward 1: Carberry & Area

Ward 2: Neepawa & Area

Lavern Biehn

Garth Hunter

Richard Manns

Kathleen Guillas

John McNeily

Susan Kohinski

All Ward 1 and 2 trustees elected by acclamation

Reynold Toews

Emma Denton Micheal Hamilton

Ward 2

Harold Tolton

Ward 3

J “Grant” Jardine

Ward 4

Dallis Olmstead

Ward 5

Town of Carberry John Anderson

Robert G. Vankommer

At Large Candidates

William Kalinowich Michael Sudak Samantha Van Damme

Gerond R. Davidson

Ward 6 Donald C. Hockin Malcolm Murray

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Obituary William “Neville” John Skanderbeg

October 16, 1943 – September 24, 2022 Neville passed away at his home in Gladstone, Manitoba following a battle with esophageal cancer.

He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter – Lori and Darwin Gork of Birnie, Mb (Elise and Konur), and his sons – Larry and Darilyn of Denver, Colorado (Tyson and Tiana) and Brian and Sarah of Saskatoon, SK (Olivia, Eve, and William).He will also be missed by his sister – Rosemary and Bob Dishaw and his step son – Ken and Jamie Chalmers (Madden and Logan) and step-daughter – Angela Chalmers. He leaves many nieces and nephews to mourn his loss.

Neville was born to John and Ione Skanderbeg (nee Mayers) in the Grace Hospital in Winnipeg. He spent his childhood in the Grass River marsh area, where he learned to swim at a young age in the marsh. The family moved into Gladstone so the kids could attend school.

Neville married Sharon Hyndman on March 6, 1966.

They had three children – Lori, Larry and Brian. In 1977, Neville moved his family to the farm just off the Lone Spruce road near Waldersee, MB. Neville kept busy with raising pigs, chickens, cows and grain farming. He made many life-long friends in the area. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed curling and playing cards with the neighbours and friends. He served on the municipal Council in the RM of Glenella. Unfortunately, Sharon passed away in a car accident in February of 1997.

Neville remarried Mary Chalmers on March 17, 2001. Retirement was enjoyable for him. He was an active member of the Legion. Neville and Mary travelled to Mexico for many years. Neville never failed to meet a new friend on all of his trips. They got Zoey and later Nika, their special fur buddies, and relocated to Winnipeg. Then they moved to Gimli to spend more time with Mary’s Dad. Neville formed a special bond with Henry over the years and they all travelled together to France.

Mary became sick with cancer in the fall of 2016 and Neville became her loving caregiver until she passed away in February of 2017. Neville spoke with much gratitude of his partners in life. He always felt lucky and blessed for having two special wives.

Many thanks to the Home Care staff for their support to Neville over the years. With your support and care, Neville was able to remain in his home until his passing.

He enjoyed every one of your visits. He cherished the company of his neighbours at Centennial Apartments.

Special thanks to Dr. Poettcker for his years of respect and friendship to Neville. Thanks to Dr. Wareham for her medical support in his final days. Hugs to the Palliative Care Team - Krista and Gisele - for their support and guidance. Special hugs to Shawna and Steph for their loving care and support during Neville’s final days.

Funeral Service to be held at 11AM on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at the Gladstone United Church. All welcome.

If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

“But I’ve come to understandThere was always love in Daddy’s hands” Clarke’s Funeral Home Gladstone – MacGregor in care of arrangements.

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Obituary Peter Leslie Clark

Peter Leslie Clark was born 11 May, 1946 in Southampton, England. He immigrated to Canada in 1957 with his parents and brother. Once in Canada, the family settled in the Toronto area, where Peter finished his education.

He joined the Air Cadet League in Toronto at a young age and realized that there could be a future for him in the Royal Canadian Air Force. In 1964, he joined the military, became a Safety Systems Technician and worked on jet and rotary wing aircraft in Trenton, Ottawa, ON, Cold Lake, AB. and Churchill, MB. He met Elizabeth (Libbi) Kozak (CAF), while back in Trenton and they married on 20 January, 1976. On 26 January, 1976, he left to attend the Para Rescue Course, which still to date, is considered to be one of the most difficult courses in the Canadian Military. On 23 July 1976, Peter swore, “Without regard for my personal comfort or self advancement, to the best of my ability and to the limitations of my physical and psychological endurance, I solemnly pledge to make every effort to return to safety, those victims of disaster entrusted to my care by the assignment of the mission to which I have consented. These things I shall do: “That others may live” and received his Red Beret along with 18 other “CRES 15” graduates. Peter was then posted to 424 Transport and Rescue (T&R) Squadron Trenton.

In 1977, the Federal government decided there was a need for a search and rescue unit in Gander, NFLD. After both volunteering to start up the unit, little did they know, exactly one month after the reactivation of 103 Rescue Unit that at 21:43 hours, 02 June, 1977, the first “Mayday” from MV William Carson (a CN Marine ferry) would come and she would sink 3 hours later. Pete and his crew left on the first chopper (#301). They landed on an ice floe and took 20 of the 128 survivors to St Mary’s Harbour, Labrador.

There were many, many other risky jobs, but that is what he trained for. Peter loved NFLD, the job, wonderful people, their music, fishing and diving for lobsters or scallops. This encouraged him to get his Guide Licence, registered with the Department of Tourism, just in case he decided to come back and pursue that career at a later date.

In 1979, he was posted to 413 (T&R) Sqn, Summerside, PEI and in 1984, posted 440 (T&R) Sqn, Edmonton, AB. While in Edmonton, he joined the Western Walleye Council, and became a very active member. On numerous occasions, he drove/owned one of the official patrol boats that took part in the “Walleye Classic Fishing Tournaments”.

He met many Canadian and American champions and learned from the best, on how to catch these wonderful fish.

In 1990, he took an early release and accompanied

his wife on her posting to the Canadian Liaison Staff Washington, D.C. He drove her from Springfield, VA to Washington and back daily. As luck would have it, he was offered a job as a security guard at the Embassy for two years. There he met the Ambassadors driver, who kindly taught Pete some “driving tips” that could come in handy on certain occasions! Never dreaming that they would rent a home and become friends with someone in a high level position, who worked in the White House, Pete and Libbi were invited to “the People’s House” on many occasions.

As Canadians, that was an honour and a privilege that many Americans would never have, especially today. They returned to Canada in 1994 to Moose Jaw, SK. In 1996, after Libbi took her release, Pete thought RVing would be fun, so they headed for the open road.

While travelling across Canada and the United States for two and one half years, their home was a truck and a 26-foot travel trailer. In 1998, they visited Neepawa and purchased “the Old Deveson place”. In 1999, Peter began the daunting task of renovating and bringing the house up to code. If that wasn’t enough, he thought having a RV Park might be fun, so the “Olde House RV Park” was opened as a free safe haven for RV travellers. Peter being Peter was a trusting soul and looked for the good in people. He didn’t care what colour you were, what language you spoke or what your faith was. If you needed help, he would help you and expected nothing in return.

Peter passed away at the Country Meadows PCH on 31 August with his wife of 46 years at his side. He will be missed by his daughter, Stacy Ohlsson, (by previous marriage), son-in-law Claudio Bandiara, grandsons Christopher and Taylor of Surrey, BC, nephew Dr Derek Clark VM, his wife Elaine and daughters Coleen and Brenna of Scarborough, ON, sister-in-law Vicki Glena of Thunder Bay, ON as well as other relatives in Great Britain, the Para Rescue Association of Canada and very special friends.

Peter was predeceased by his parents Peggy and Robert Clark, his brother Christopher and sister-in-law Karen.

The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the Neepawa Hospital (02 June - 24 August), the Brandon Hospital (24 August) Country Meadows Care Home (25 - 31 August), EMTs and anyone who had a hand in Peter’s care for your compassion, patience, kindness and professionalism.

Cremation has taken place and interment will take place at the Riverside Cemetery, Neepawa at a later date. White’s Funeral Home is entrusted in care.

If you so desire, donations in Peter’s memory may be made to the Neepawa District Palliative Care Service, Diabetes Canada - Manitoba Division or your choice.

White’s Funeral Home, Neepawa, Manitoba in care of arrangements. www.whitesfh.ca

Lena Ella McPherson

Lena was born in Oak Lake, MB on June 2, 1929; one of 7 children born to John and Adele Kufflick. Lena’s father worked for the CNR. So, in 1944, the family moved to the Arizona Section House and Lena attended the Arizona Junior School.

Lena married John McPherson in June, 1950. They began their life together farming on the former Dunc McIntyre place. After her husband’s death in 1985, Lena, her son Donald and daughter Elsie kept the farm running. As Donald’s health began to decline, he asked Jonathan to come home and help out on the farm. Since Donald’s passing, Elsie and Jonathan have been running the farm. But Lena never lost interest in it. To the end of her life, she was asking about the crops, the cattle “and” what Jonathan was doing.

To help support her family, Lena worked out of the home for many years. Some of her jobs included helping with potato farming in the Holland area and housekeeping in the Carberry Hospital and Care Home. She enjoyed traveling, taking trips to the USA and bus tours to Alaska and Eastern Canada with McPhail’s Travel. While at home, she enjoyed cooking, baking, making preserves and spending time with her family—especially her great-grandchildren. Taking the girls for ice cream (her favourite treat) and hosting wiener roasts at the farm were among her many favourite activities.

A few months ago, Lena’s health began to decline.

Thanks to the help she received from Elsie and Home Care workers, she was able to remain in her home until roughly a year before her passing. Her final days were spent in the Carberry and Glenboro Personal Care Homes. She passed away on Sept. 22, 2022 at the age of 93.

Lena was pre-deceased by her parents, her husband John (1985), her son Donald (2017), her sisters Jessie, Anne and Helen, and brothers Frank and Bill.

She is survived by her son Douglas (Margaret); daughters Irene (Murray) Wasilka and Elsie; four grandchildren (Natascha, Aliescha, Jonathan and Leanne), five great grandchildren (Kain, Nixon, Taryn, Brooklyn and Bailey) and one brother, Steve.

“With tears of sorrow we cry each day.

In angel’s arms you were carried away.

Our memories of love and laughter shall not fade, For inside our hearts you will always stay.”

White’s Funeral Home, Neepawa, Manitoba in care of arrangements. www.whitesfh.ca

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NOTICE OF ELECTION Municipality of North Cypress - Langford Notice is hereby given that a vote of Municipality of North Cypress - Langford will be taken to elect Reeve and Ward 6 Councillor from the following duly nominated candidates: For the offices of Ward 6 Councillor: 1. Don Hockin 2. Malcolm Murray For the office of Reeve: 1. Clyde McCallum 2. Jimmie M. Krzyzaniak 3. Ray Drayson VOTING PLACES Voting places will be open for voting on Wednesday the 26th day of October, 2022 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. At the following locations: Ward 1 and 2 Reeve – Carberry Community Hall 224 Second Avenue, Carberry, MB Ward 3 Reeve – Brookdale Drop-in Centre 415 McNaughton Ave, Brookdale, MB Ward 4 Reeve – Wellwood Community Hall 30 Main Street, Wellwood, MB Ward 5 & 6 Reeve – Yellowhead Community Rec Centre 175 Mountain Avenue, Neepawa, MB Ward 6 Councillor – Yellowhead Community Rec Centre 175 Mountain Avenue, Neepawa, MB IDENTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO VOTE. A person may be required to produce one piece of government issued photo identification (for example - driver’s license or passport) or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity.

ADVANCE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on election day, an advance voting opportunity will be located at the municipal office in Carberry at 316 Fourth Avenue and will be open during each of the following days October 12, 13, 14, 17, 18,20 and 21st between 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 and 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Advance voting will also be available at the municipal office October 19th from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

APPLICATION TO VOTE BY SEALED ENVELOPE A voter who is unable to go in person to the voting place or vote in advance, may apply in person to the senior election official at 316 Fourth Avenue, in writing to Box 220, Carberry, MB R0K0H0, or by email to acao@rmofnorthcypress.ca If applying in person*, a voter may apply between September 28, 2022 and October 23, 2022. *A voter applying in person may pick up a sealed envelope ballot package at the time of application.

If applying by mail or email**, a voter may apply between September 28, 2022 and October 15, 2022. ** A voter applying by mail or email will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, or by making alternative arrangements with the senior election official.

Teresa Parker, SEO Municipality of North Cypress - Langford Ph: 204-834-6601 Email: acao@rmofnorthcypress.ca

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Notice NOTICE OF ELECTION MUNICIPALITY OF McCREARY Notice is hereby given that a vote of the MUNICIPALITY OF McCREARY will be taken to elect a Head of Council and four Councillors from the following duly nominated candidates: For the office of Head of Council: • Sonnenberg, Rick • Buchanan, Shawn For the offices of Councillor: • Duggan, Donna • Janzen, Curt • Conrad, Carey • Thomson, Dave • McLauchlan, Larry VOTING PLACES Voting places will be open for voting on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM at the McCreary Community Centre, 445 Broderick Street, McCreary.

IDENTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO VOTE. A person may be required to produce one piece of government-issued photo identification (for example - driver’s licence or passport) or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity.

ADVANCE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend the voting place on election day, an advance voting opportunity will be located at the McCreary Council Chambers, 432 First Avenue, McCreary, and will be open Monday, October 17, 2022, between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. MOBILE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but reside at a health care facility, a mobile voting station will be set up at the following locations on Tuesday, October 18, 2022: McCreary Alpine Manor 435 Broderick Street - 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM McCreary / Alonsa Health Centre 613 PTH 50 - 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM APPLICATION TO VOTE BY SEALED ENVELOPE A voter who is unable to go in person to the voting place or vote in advance, may apply in person, in writing, or by email to the Senior Election Official or designate at 432 First Avenue, Box 338, McCreary, MB R0J 1B0.

If applying in person, a voter may apply between September 27 and October 23, 2022. A voter applying in person may pick up a sealed envelope ballot package at the time of application.

If applying by mail or email, a voter may apply between September 27 and October 23, 2022. A voter applying by mail or email will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, or by making alternative arrangements with the Senior Election Official. If applying in writing, you must enclose a photocopy of ID that contains your name, address and photograph.

Dated at McCreary, Manitoba, on September 22, 2022.

Wendy Wolfe, Senior Election Official Municipality of McCreary Box 338, McCreary, MB R0J 1B0 (204) 573-1244 wewolfe17@gmail.com

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Rural Municipality Of Minto-Odanah ELECTION 2022 ACCLAIMED CANDIDATES Further to the Municipal Councils and School Boards Election Act – C.C.S.M. c.M257, Section 48(1), I, Aaren Robertson, Senior Election Official, of the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah hereby declare the following candidates duly elected to the following offices: • Reeve • Doug Dowsett • Councillors – Ward 1 • Bill Hopkins Jr. • Barry A. Cook • Brion Pollon • Councillors - Ward 2 • Ron Carr • Dennis Pearson • Craig Pearson Dated at The Town of Minnedosa, MB, this 21st day of September, 2022.

Aaren Robertson, Senior Election Official Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah Phone: (204) 867-3282 Email: mintoodanah@wcgwave.ca

NOTICE OF ELECTION Town Of Carberry Notice is hereby given that a vote of the TOWN OF CARBERRY will be taken to elect MAYOR and COUNCIL from the following duly nominated candidates: For the offices of Councillor: 1. DENTON, Emma 2. HAMILTON, Micheal 3. KALINOWICH, William 4. SUDAK, Michael 5. ANDERSON, John 6. VANDAMME, Samantha For the office of Mayor: 1. OLMSTEAD, Stuart 2. MUIRHEAD, Ray 3. REA, Debbie VOTING PLACES Voting places will be open for voting on WEDNESDAY the 26th day of OCTOBER, 2022 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at: CARBERRY COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HALL, 224 SECOND AVENUE, CARBERRY, MANITOBA IDENTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO VOTE. A person may be required to produce one piece of government issued photo identification (for example - driver’s license or passport) or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity.

ADVANCE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on election day, an advance voting opportunity will be located at: CARBERRY COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HALL, 224 SECOND AVENUE, CARBERRY, MANITOBA and will be open SUNDAY the 23rd day of OCTOBER between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

MOBILE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but reside at a health care facility, a mobile voting station will be set up at the following health care facilities on election day: 1.Carberry Health Center between 09:00 and 11:00 APPLICATION TO VOTE BY SEALED ENVELOPE A voter who is unable to go in person to the voting place or vote in advance, may apply in person, in writing, or by email to the senior election official at 44 MAIN STREET, BOX 130, CARBERRY, MB R0K 0H0 or cao@ townofcarberry.ca.

If applying in person*, a voter may apply between SEPTEMBER 28th, 2022 and OCTOBER 23rd. *A voter applying in person may pick up a sealed envelope ballot package at the time of application.

If applying by mail or email**, a voter may apply between September 28th and October 15th. ** A voter applying by mail or email will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, or by making alternative arrangements with the senior election official.

Grady Stephenson, SEO Town of Carberry cao@townofcarberry.ca 204-834-6628

Rural Municipality Of Alonsa ELECTION 2022 ACCLAIMED CANDIDATES Further to the Municipal Councils and School Boards Election Act – C.C.S.M. c.M257, Section 48(1), I, Tami Dumanske, Senior Election Official, of the Rural Municipality of Alonsa hereby declare the following candidates duly elected to the following offices: Reeve: Tom Anderson Ward 1: Vacant Ward 2: Tim Stott Ward 3: Travis Turko Ward 4: Mike Brown Ward 5: Terry Dayholos Ward 6: Logan Dumanske Local Urban Distract of Amaranth Member 1: Shirley Merke Local Urban District of Alonsa Member 1: Harry Harris Member 2: William Cabak Dated at the RM of Alonsa in Alonsa, MB, this 21st day of September, 2022.

Tami Dumanske, Senior Election Official Rural Municipality of Alonsa Phone: 204-767-2054 Email: rmalonsa@inetlink.ca

NOTICE OF ELECTION Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne Notice is hereby given that a vote of the Municipality of Glenella - Lansdowne will be taken to elect Reeve and Councillor for Ward Four from the following duly nominated candidates: For the Office of Reeve: Paramor, Kevin Funk, Richard For the Office of Councillor for Ward Four: McCutchin, Bryan Paramor, James Please note the following candidates were acclaimed: Greg McConnell as Councillor for Ward One Jayce Muir as Councillor for Ward Two Don Boxall as Councillor for Ward Three Damian Dempsey as Councillor for Ward Five John Pottinger as Councillor for Ward Six VOTING PLACES Voting places will be open for voting on Wednesday, the 26th day of October, 2022 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at Poll #1 Glenella Community Hall 100 Ray Street, Glenella, MB Electors from Wards 1, 2 and 3 vote here for Reeve Poll #2 Arden Community Centre 411 Saskatchewan Avenue, Arden, MB Electors from Wards 4, 5 and 6 vote here for Reeve and Ward Four Councillor.

IDENTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO VOTE. A person may be required to produce one piece of government issued photo identification (for example - driver’s license or passport) or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity.

ADVANCE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on election day, an advance voting opportunity will be located at the Arden Municipal Office and will be open on Monday, the 17th day of October, 2022, between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

APPLICATION TO VOTE BY SEALED ENVELOPE Any voter who is unable to go in person to the voting place or vote in advance, may apply in person, in writing, or by email to the senior election official at Box 10, Glenella, MB, R0J 0V0, Email: rmofglen@inetlink.ca . If applying in person*, a voter may apply between September 28th, 2022 and October 23rd, 2022. *A voter applying in person may pick up a sealed envelope ballot package at the time of application.

If applying by mail or email**, a voter may apply between September 28th, 2022 and October 23rd, 2022. **a voter applying by mail or email will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, or by making alternative arrangements with the Senior Election Official.

Wendy Wutzke, Senior Election Official Municipality of Glenella - Lansdowne Box 10 Glenella, Manitoba R0J 0V0 Phone: 204-352-4281 Email: rmofglen@inetlink.ca

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TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION

NOMINATION RESULTS SCHOOL TRUSTEES THE FOLLOWING ARE THE NOMINATION RESULTS FOR SCHOOL TRUSTEE OF BEAUTIFUL PLAINS SCHOOL DIVISION Ward 1 – Carberry & Area (3 Trustees – all ELECTED by Acclamation) Lavern Biehn Richard Manns John McNeily Ward 2 – Neepawa and Area (4 Trustees – all ELECTED by Acclamation) Garth Hunter Kathleen Guillas Susan Kohinski Reynold Toews Dated at the Town of Neepawa this 21st, day of September 2022.

Shannon Bayes Senior Election Official Beautiful Plains School Division

Invites Applications for the following position:

IDENTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO VOTE. A person may be required to produce one piece of government issued photo identification (for example – driver’s license or passport) or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity.

ADVANCE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on election day, an advance voting opportunity will be located at the RM of Rosedale Municipal Office, 282 Hamilton Street, Neepawa, Manitoba and will be open October 17th, 2022 between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm.

APPLICATION TO VOTE BY SEALED ENVELOPE A voter who is unable to go in person to the voting place or vote in advance, may apply in person, in writing, or by fax to the Senior Official at Box 100, Neepawa, Manitoba R0J 1H0 or Fax at 204-476-5431.

If applying in person, by mail or fax, a voter may apply between September 26th to October 23, 2022. A voter applying in person may pick up a sealed envelope ballot package at the time of application.

A voter applying by mail or fax will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, or by making alternative arrangements with the Senior Election Official.

Kara Sylvester Senior Election Official Rural Municipality of Rosedale Email: rosedale@mymts.net Phone: 204-476-5414

To start immediately – End date to be determined Glenella, Mb Route #20

Applications close at noon on Tuesday, October 11, 2022.

This is a permanent position at 7 hours per day. The starting salary for this position is $15.44 per hour.

Further information regarding duties and qualifications may be obtained by contacting the Maintenance Supervisor.

All employees of the Division must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry check.

Applicants require a current Manitoba Class 2 driver’s license and School Bus Operator’s Endorsement or willing to obtain through a Division provided training course.

Further information regarding duties and qualifications may be obtained by contacting the Transportation Supervisor.

Please forward all applications complete with 3 references to the undersigned.

Applications including 3 references will be received by the undersigned. Closing date for this position is September 30, 2022.

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

Michael Johnson Transportation Supervisor Turtle River School Division Box 309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0 Phone: 835-2067 or Fax: 835-2426 mjohnson@trsd.ca

Although all applications are appreciated, only candidates who are selected for a personal interview will be contacted.

Although all applications are appreciated, only candidates who are selected for a personal interview will be contacted.

Insurance Broker position Duties And Responsibilities: • Autopac and General Insurance • Computer skills are essential • Office Administration Duties as assigned We will train the successful person for Autopac and Insurance.

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NOTICE OF ELECTION Rolling River School Division Province of Manitoba

Meat Cutters/Production Personnel

Notice is hereby given that a vote of electors of Rolling River School Division will be taken to elect School Trustees from the following duly nominated candidates: WARD #

NOMINATED CANDIDATES

GEOGRAPHIC AREA

POLLS

TRUSTEE

1

Don Green

Towns of Forrest, Douglas and Rapid City including property in the RM’s of Cornwallis, Elton and Oakview

ACCLAIMED

1

2

Richard Brown

Towns of Rivers, Oak River, and Cardale including property in the RM’s of Riverdale and Oakview

ACCLAIMED

1

3

Colleen Cook

Town of Minnedosa and area including the RM’s of Minto-Odanah, Oakview and Harrison-Park

1 ACCLAIMED and 1 APPOINTEE (to be determined)

2

4

Crystal Erickson Kevin Tyschinski

Towns of Erickson, Sandy Lake, and Onanole including property in the RM’s of Harrison-Park, Yellowhead and ClanwilliamErickson

Poll - 1 Newdale Municipal Office Poll - 2 Sandy Lake Drop in Centre Poll - 3 Legion Hall Erickson Poll - 4 Onanole Recreation Center Poll - 5 Horod Hall

1

Rolling River First Nation

APPOINTEE (to be determined)

1

5

VOTING PLACES Voting places will be open for voting on Wednesday the 26th day of October 2022 between 8:00am and 8:00pm.

IDENTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO VOTE. A person may be required to produce one piece of government issued photo identification (for example - driver’s license or passport) or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity.

ADVANCE POLL For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on election day, an advance voting opportunity, from 8:00am to 8:00pm, will be located at: Ward 4 Sandy Lake Drop in Centre, 100 Main Street, Sandy Lake, MB October 8th, 2022 Ward 4 Harrison Park Municipal Office, 43 Gateway Street, Onanole, MB October 9th, 2022 Ward 4 Clanwilliam-Erickson Municipal Office, 45 Main Street, Erickson, MB October 19th, 2022 MOBILE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but reside at a health care facility, a mobile voting station will be set up at the following health care facilities on election day.

1. Erickson Health Centre, 60 Queen Elizabeth Ave - 2pm to 3pm 2. Sandy Lake Personal Care Home, 106 1st St W - 10am to 11am APPLICATION TO VOTE BY SEALED ENVELOPE A voter who is unable to go in person to the voting place or vote in advance, may apply in person, in writing, or by fax to the senior election official at Rolling River School Division 36 Armitage Ave Minnedosa or fax 867-2037.

If applying in person*, a voter may apply between September 28th to October 23rd, 2022. * A voter applying in person may pick up a sealed envelope ballot package at the time of application.

Thank you for reading the Banner & Press!

We are looking for a self motivated person to join our team for a long term career in an

Notice

Councillor – Ward 6: David Schultz Earl Burton

VOTING PLACES Voting places will be open for voting on Wednesday the 26th day of October, 2022 between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at: - Ward 5 and 6 – Yellowhead Centre, Neepawa, MB - Ward 5 – Birnie Community Club, Birnie, MB - Ward 6 & Kelwood L.U.D. Committee Members – Kelwood Hall, Kelwood, MB

School Bus Driver (Temporary)

Starting immediately

Councillor - Ward 5: David Todoruk Andrew Somers

Kelwood L.U.D. Committee Member: (3 members) Douglas Wood Grant Levandoski Billy Letain Cindy Hafner Joseph Poncsak Jr.

Invites Applications for the following positions:

Cleaner at McCreary School

NOTICE OF ELECTION RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ROSEDALE Notice is hereby given that the voters of the Rural Municipality of Rosedale will be taken to elect Councillors – Wards 5 and 6 and L.U.D Committee Members from the following duly nominated candidates:

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION

Neepawa/Minnedosa RCMP

is currently looking for candidates to fill the position for Guard(s).

Must be flexible with hours and work weekends and evenings. Hours are on-call basis.

Call the Neepawa Detachment at 204-476-7340 or come to the Neepawa RCMP office for more details.

The pay rates are listed below: Regular Time - $17.25 • Overtime - $25.88 Stat Holiday pay – $43.13

A voter applying by mail or fax will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, or by making alternative arrangements with the senior election official.

Jean Garbolinsky 204-868-0104 Senior Election Official

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 the 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 $15.75/hour plus a $1.00/hour perfect attendance bonus!

Wage scale extends to $23.55 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 in 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.

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

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

NEEPAWA BANNER & PRESS SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 A17

Tender

For Rent

A 1/4 section of 160 total acres with approx 110 arable for sale, by tender - NE 25-16-17w

Elks Manor is looking to update its 1 bedroom waiting list

All offers to be forwarded to Sandy Donald at Royal LePage Martin Liberty, 633 18th Street, Brandon R7A 5B3 by email or sealed envelope.

All offers to be received by 1pm on October 21, 2021.

Fertilizer Bins for sale by Tender Friesen FR1620 Fertilizer Bins (2 available: Bin #1 and #6) Friesen FR1630 Fertilizer Bins (4 available: Bin #2, #3, #4, and #5) All bins were new in 2008.

All bins have the following installed options: - 3 View Glasses.

- Bottom and top manways.

- 2 Poke holes.

- Vented - Ladder Cages All bins are located at #290 Highway #5 North, in Neepawa, MB. All purchases will have both GST and PST added to the tendered price.

Removal of the bins, are the responsibility of the purchaser.

All bins must be removed by November 10th, 2022.

Tenders Close on October 10th, 2022 at 4:00PM Please mail your tender bids to: Neepawa/Gladstone Co-op Box 879 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Attn: Rob Melnyk

Heat, water and lights are included in the rent and free laundry facilities on each floor.

Outdoor parking available with plug in for the winter. Meals can be ordered from the Yellowhead Manor and are delivered to the building. The building offers a large Multipurpose room for social gatherings with a full kitchen, pool table, shuffle board, piano and exercise equipment for tenants to use. The building is a smoke free building. All suites have balconies and mail is delivered to the building.

Call Jeff at 204-476-2112 or email nem@wcgwave.ca

Help Wanted MUNICIPALITY OF STE. ROSE REQUIRES AN

OPERATIONS MANAGER

FOR THE STE. ROSE RECREATION COMMISSION Detailed resumes will be accepted until 12:00 Noon on October 7, 2022.

A Job Description is available upon request.

For further information, please contact: Marlene Bouchard, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of Ste. Rose P.O. Box 30, Ste. Rose du Lac, MB. R0L 1S0 Phone: 204 447-2229 Fax: 204 447-2875 E-mail address: sterose@sterose.ca

Or Email your bid to: r.melnyk@neepawagladstonecoop.com Highest, or any tender, may not be accepted by the seller.

Please include contact information, and which Bin # you are bidding on.

Help Wanted

An area full of recreational opportunities, parks, lakes, cultural events, a sense of community and much more!

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEEPAWA & CARBERRY Health Facilities Cooks & Dietary Aides Casual & Part-time positions

Licensed Practical Nurses & Registered Nurses

Casual; Full-time & Part-time positions

Home Care Attendants & Health Care Aides Casual & Part-time positions

Environmental Services (Housekeeping & Laundry) Casual; Full-time & Part-time positions

Clerk III- Facility Screener & Health Information Services Casual positions

Pharmacy Assistant (Neepawa) Casual position

Recreation Worker - Uncertified (Neepawa) Casual Positions

Ward Clerk (Neepawa) Casual Positions

JOIN THE HEALTH CARE TEAM! APPLY TODAY! www.prairiemountainhealth.ca, click on Careers An excellent health care benefit package that includes but limited to health & dental benefits, pension plan & a health spending account.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in Prairie Mountain Health however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

These positions are subject to a Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful applicant will be responsible for any services charges incurred.

Agricultural Sales Representative T.I.C. Parts & Service in Neepawa is accepting applications for the position of Agricultural Sales Representative. We are committed to providing our community and the surrounding area with the best service and expertise available. We are looking for a Sales Representative that can add value to our Team and is as passionate about customer relations and customer support as our company is.

Responsibilities • Promote Sales of machinery to existing customers and solicit new potential customers.

• Consult with customers and identify products to suit their needs.

• Invest in customer relationships through regular planned calls and visits.

• Consistently achieve sales and profitability targets.

• Provide after sales support.

• Be familiar with competitive brands and the differences.

• Complete all sales documentation required and follow sales processes.

• Maintain current incentive and financing programs.

• Coordinate and conduct new equipment field demos.

• Estimate costs of maintaining equipment and evaluate equipment trades.

Requirements • Sales Experience in the Agricultural Field • Agricultural Equipment/Farming Experience • Well organized and self-motivated.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Computer knowledge.

• Valid drivers license.

• Able to work flexible hours.

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URGENT PRESS RELEASES - Have a newsworthy item to announce? Having a Fall/Winter Event? An exciting change in operations?

Though we cannot guarantee publication, MCNA will get the information into the right hands for ONLY $35.00 + GST/HST. Call MCNA (204)

Health

Announcement

947-1691 for more information. See www.mcna.com under the “Types of Advertising” tab for more details.

Advertise NOW in the 32 Weekly Manitoba Community Newspapers to get your messaging to be seen all over the province! Grand Opening? Hiring? Selling something? Have an on-line store? Let people know in the Blanket Classifieds! Call THIS NEWSPAPER NOW or call MCNA at (204) 9471691 for more details or to book ads. MCNA - Manitoba Community Newspapers Association. www.mcna.com FINANCIAL SERVICES Private mortgage lender. All real estate types considered.

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Help Wanted We put the class in Classifieds!

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is hiring

FULL TIME DRIVER SALES REP

at our BULK PETROLEUM DEPARTMENT in NEEPAWA, MANITOBA. Who we are: Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs We are looking for: An individual with the following qualifications: - Excellent customer service skills - Highly motivated and ability to multitask - Strong interpersonal and communication skills - Must be mechanically inclined and be able to perform heavy lifting - Class 3 Driver’s license with Air Endorsement required - Petroleum knowledge would be an asset but not required Reporting directly to the Petroleum Division Manager, duties will include, but not limited to; customer service, processing customer transactions, product knowledge, maintaining and finding new farm contacts, petroleum acquisition in the trading area, inventory control, merchandising, perform direct sales calls and general Occupational Health and Safety responsibilities.

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

Application Deadline: Immediately Apply online at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs or contact us at s.fluker@neepawagladstonecoop.com for more information.

Scan the QR Code to be directed to the job posting.

ads@neepawabanner.com 204-476-3401 423 Mountain Ave.

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 • Agricultural mechanic experience (Level 2-4) • Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Computer knowledge.

• Valid drivers license.

We Offer • Competitive hourly wages.

• Dental and Medical package.

• Company RRSP • Product related training and development.

• New facility to work in.

For More Information Contact Darrell at 204-476-0716 Drop Off Resume T.I.C. Parts & Service 220 Hwy#5 North, Neepawa, Manitoba Mail Resume To T.I.C. Parts & Service Box 746, Neepawa, Manitoba, R0J1H0 Email Resume To tic.admin@mymts.net

We Offer • Competitive Salary.

• Dental and Medical package.

• Company RRSP • Product related training and development.

For More Information Contact Darrell at 204-476-0716

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

Drop Off Resume T.I.C. Parts & Service 220 Hwy#5 North, Neepawa, Manitoba Mail Resume To T.I.C. Parts & Service Box 746, Neepawa, Manitoba, R0J1H0 Email Resume To tic.admin@mymts.net

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Phone: 204-476-2345 Toll Free: 1-877-476-2345 www.gillandschmall.com Follow us on Facebook for our listings and more!

www.neepawabanner.com

Lakeside Septic Service

John Nelson 204-476-6719

204-867-2416 204-867-7558

Prairie Mountain

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204.476.2287 272 Hamilton St. Neepawa remax-prairiemountain-npwa-mb.com EACH OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED

EXCAVATIONS•DOZER WORK LOWBED•GRAVEL HAULING CONCRETE WORK Contact Vic 204-476-0090

For all your residential and farm building needs

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NEW HOMES | RENOS | ICF BASEMENTS CONCRETE PADS | DECKS | FRAMING

Mike Ellis 204-841-4244 Dave Leflar 204-841-0025

Certified Batch Plant and Cement Trucks Concrete • Gravel Sales • Rebar Sales Custom Hauling

Irvin 204-476-6236 Find us on Facebook:

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MLS# 202215832

Acreage - PTH #5. Great family home features 3 bedrooms 2.5 baths and a family room. All original trim refinished. 10 acre property also has a 32 x 48 pole shed with partial concrete floor. $ 219,000.

MLS# 202221756

40 WestPark Place. Reduced Price - $167,500.

Nicely updated and well cared for 2 bed, 2 bath mobile with mudroom/office addition. Fenced yard w/ deck & gazebo.

OPEN HOUSE Thurs. Sept 29 4:30-6:30 pm

• RESIDENTIAL • FARMS • RECREATIONAL • COMMERCIAL

MLS# 20202722

This scenic HOLISTIC CATTLE farm property is east of Riding Mountain National Park. Having 156.52 acres, this amazing little farm has huge potential with a lovely updated 1,700 sq. ft. home that comes complete with Geothermal forced air and in-floor heat, a heated shop, a great cattle setup & and much more. $550,000

Your Home... Your Future... Our Commitment!

• Redi-Mix Concrete & Concrete

WE ARE A CERTIFIED BATCH PLANT.

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Sales Associate

Craig Frondall

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24 3rd Street, Riding Mountain

Open House: Saturday Oct 1 from 1-3 pm.

125 Lokier St. S. Glenella • MLS#:202223083 • $69,900

MLS#:202222851 • $198,000

204-476-5432

135 Boundary Street, Neepawa, MB

204-476-5432

135 Boundary Street, Neepawa, MB

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Follow us on Twitter: @NeepawaBanner

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Sales Representative Sales Representative Sales Representative

204-212-1010 204-476-4777 204-212-4197 204.867.7956

OPEN HOUSE

• Redi-Mix Pumping.Concrete & Concrete • Sand, Gravel & Aggregate Pumping.

• Skid Steer & • Sand, Gravel & Aggregate Equipment Rental • Skid Steer & • Snow removal Equipment Rental • Snow removal

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423 Mountain Ave. 204-476-3401

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1999 Mobile Home- 1200 Sqft 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath

and

We buy standin� Spruce and Poplar ��ber

SO ARE YOUR CUSTOMERS

4 West Park Place Neepawa, MB

Potable water delivery.

Book your portable toilets!

Cut and split firewood - Poplar, Ash, Spruce/Pine �� firewood - 16 cord load delivered to your yard Oak - Maple - Poplar - Jackpine - Spruce

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Ashley McCaughan 204-212-0232

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• Concrete Pumpers • Excavation & Earthworks Contractor • Complete Demolition Service

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Garbage Bin Rentals Roll Off Bins

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Ventures Inc.

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121 Spruce Lane, Otter Lake

MLS#:202221242 • $15,000

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NEEPAWA BANNER & PRESS SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 A19

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50 years of service honoured at Ladies Auxiliary milestone

Pictured, from left: 50year Auxiliary member Leanne Harding and lifetime member Norma Reid help with t h e c o m m e m o rat i o n of the Neepawa Ladies Auxiliary’s 90th anniversery celebration on Tuesday, Sept. 13. On the night, Harding was presented with her pin for 50 years of service within the Auxiliary.

Over the years, she has assisted in multiple ways, from baking for and organizing special events to playing piano from 2008 to 2015, or at any time she was asked to entertain.

The presentation came as a surprise for Harding, who was humbled by this special acknowledgement.

OTL SOL Pts

Game results Saturday, Sept. 24

Virden 4-3 OT Neepawa

First Period 06:11 VDN D. Gorchynski (1) ASST: D. Chorney (3), B. Sabel (1) 19:35 VDN C. Miller (1) PP ASST: Unassisted Second Period 16:17 VDN N. Guberman (3) PP ASST: D. Bielik (3), N. Chastko (2) 16:35 NPA B. Kohlman (1) ASST: Unassisted Third Period 00:30 NPA H. Stocks (1) ASST: W. Highet (2) 19:28 NPA J. Romanyk (2) PP ASST: P. Murn (3), W. Highet (3) Overtime 03:57 VDN N. Chastko (4) ASST: E. Guthrie (2) Scoring 1 2 3 OT Total PP VDN 2 1 0 1 4 2/6 NPA 0 1 2 0 3 1/3 Goaltenders VDN E. Reid (W) - 32/35 saves NPA M. Lobreau (OTL) - 27/31 saves Attendance: 757 - Yellowhead Centre

Tuesday, Sept. 27

Neepawa 4-1 Dauphin

First Period 04:18 DAU M. Gough (1) ASST: M. Smith (3) 13:26 NPA K. Reynolds (2) ASST: S. Davidson (1), C. Bendtsen (2) Second Period No scoring Third Period 02:08 NPA C. Bendtsen (1) ASST: B. Knox (3), C. Trimble (1) 17:58 NPA H. Stocks (2) ASST: Unassisted 19:42 NPA P. Korman (3) EN ASST: Unassisted Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP DAU 1 0 0 1 0/5 NPA 1 0 3 4 0/4 Goaltenders DAU C. Sheffield (L) - 24/27 saves NPA M. Lobreau (W) - 24/25 saves Attendance: 257 - Yellowhead Centre

Correction

Yellowhead

CommunitY ReC CentRe Annual General Meeting Monday October 17th 7:00 pm at the Yellowhead Centre

Club 55 Bowling League results Sept.

22/22: Men’s High Single: Calvin Goetz 226. Men’s High Triple: Frank Porada 552. Ladies’ High Single & Triple: Vivian Oswald 227 & 597. Other Scores to Note: Judy Gabler 200;

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Len Pritchard 164, 176; Janice Absteiter 183; Vivian Oswald 154, 216; Carole LeBoutillier 178; Lawrence Smith 185; Frank Porada 204, 219; Muriel Porada 151, 160; Eleanor Scott 166; Darrell Gabler 180, 169, 200.

The Yellowhead Community Rec Centre is a charitable organization run by a board of directors consisting of local volunteers.

We are looking for additional board members to join us as we plan for the coming years, we are accepting nominations for the role of President, Vice President & Secretary. Elections will take place at the A.G.M. Contact Lindsay Dayholos at: 204-476-5880 or ycrcdirector@outlook.com

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Call (204) 476-3401

In the Sept 23 edition of the Neepawa Banner & Press, the story connected to the Ladies Auxiliary’s 90th anniversary erred in the identification of Leanne Harding. The Banner & Press apologize for the error.

Neepawa Titans Junior “A”

Hockey team Neepawa Titans regular season home games September 30 at 7:30 pm vs OCN Oct. 1 at 7:30 pm vs OCN Oct. 2 at 6:30 pm vs OCN October 7 at 7:30 pm vs Portage

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Proud to Call Neepawa Home Tyler Lazaruk, HyLife’s Executive Director of Sales & Business Operations, has recently taken on an exciting role at our Neepawa plant. His HyLife journey started in Steinbach, Manitoba, and eventually led to an opportunity to move to Neepawa in 2015.

“All our big personal milestones have all happened here in Neepawa - my wife teaches at the Hazel M. Kellington elementary school here in town, we built our first house, and we have a little one that attends our local daycare.”

“I feel honored to take on this leadership on the management side. Our operations, QA, shipping, and supporting our strong workforce at the plant is a top priority, ensuring that our product is produced safely, each and every day.”

He brings years of experience and truly believes in our premium product. “We focus on at HyLife is delivering high-quality products that our customers love. It’s fun to take that mindset and strive to make exceptional products.”

Lazaruk believes in being a active community member and is proud of HyLife’s ongoing local efforts.

"It always feels good to give back through company initiatives such as HyLife Holiday Helpers (a food drive that supports our neighbours) and recent Fun Days event where $40,000 was donated to the Neepawa Kin Club.”

Farmers’ Advocate

Banner & Press

neepawa

Friday, September 30, 2022 • B Section

RiveRs BanneR

Farming Simulator comes to MB

PHOTO BY DESTINY MAKI

Pictured: Jan Pfitzner (Special Projects Manager, Giants Software); Kris Caprani (Lead Audio Designer, Giants Software), Erron Leafloor (Product Manager, Versatile, Winnipeg head office) sit atop Big Roy after completing the scanning and audio process to incorporate the tractor into Farming Simulator.

By Destiny Maki Neepawa Banner & Press Exciting things are happening in a few rural areas of Manitoba and at the Manitoba Agricultural

Museum(MAM), located in Austin, MB. The popular video game, Farming Simulator, has come here to collect scans and resources of vintage Versatile tractor models to add to the game.

The Farming Simulator franchise has a partnership with the Canadian agricultural machinery manufacturer, Versatile. The company contacted Versatile about adding a collection of

their products to the game for their users to experience in their gameplay, including some of the unique and rare older models. Since all the new models were designed on the computer, they were

able to supply files for their tillage tools and the current tractors to the game’s team of designers. Erron Leafloor, of Brunkild, MB, is the product manager for Versatile and had the opportunity

to be one of the auditors of those models, meaning he was there to make sure that everything was coloured right and sized correctly for Farming Simulator.

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Try the new delicious items on our Fall Feature Menu at

500 PTH #5, Neepawa, MB For Take Out or Delivery call:

204-704-5000 BostonPizza.com

Please drink responsibly

B2 FARMERS’ ADVOCATE SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Getting all the angles

AITC launches new virtual resource for students Submitted Agriculture in the Classroom-Manitoba

Agriculture in the Classroom-Manitoba (AITC-M) recently launched the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture Virtual Resource Hub, a series of interactive courses and information sheets that invite teachers and students to explore the different crops grown and animals raised in Manitoba.

Making the connection between food and where it comes from can lead to healthier eating choices and a better appreciation for agriculture and its role in feeding the world.

“Food is something that connects us all, yet very few Manitoban students understand how the food they eat ends up on their plates,” says Sue Clayton, executive director, AITC-M. “The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture brings that journey to life for them in ways that connect directly to the subjects they’re learning about in school, including science, technology, the environment, nutrition and history. Learning about our province’s most important crops and animals– and the people who grow and raise them– will lead to a more empowered generation of consumers, decision makers and innovators.”

AITC-M worked closely with partners in Manitoba’s agriculture industry to ensure the resources provide accurate, balanced and current information. The Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture was made possible thanks to the support of foundational sponsors, including Peak of the Market, our 2022 Presenting Sponsor.

“Peak of the Market Growers recognize the importance of education. Understanding how food is planted, grown and harvested is paramount to ensure the public is aware of the significance agriculture plays in all of our daily lives. Without food, we cannot live. Our vision at Peak of the Market is to ensure that all Canadians fill half their plates with fresh produce. It all starts with educating young people on the basics of growing food, which in turn, creates educated adults who support our important agricultural industry,” says Pamela Kolochuk, CEO, Peak of the Market Ltd. Teachers and students can learn about each of the commodities featured in the hub through detailed information sheets, illustrated summaries and interactive e-learning courses. Resources covering 20 Manitoba agricultural commodities have been released so far and more are on the way.

In celebration of Farm and Food Awareness Week (Sept. 19 to 23), AITC-M is also launching two games designed to help teachers and students explore the Foundations of Manitoba Agriculture in fun and interactive ways. The Great Veggie Challenge is geared to younger students, while the Agriculture Trivia Game challenges middle and high school students to test their knowledge.

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Popular video game to feature Big Roy Continued from Page B1 The team from Giants Software was here to collect resources and archiving it for when it will be needed. To complete this, they needed to scan many of the historical models because, as Leafloor explained, all of these older machines were designed on pencil and paper, so it’s not as easy to recreate those models as there are no real blueprints available for them to work off of.

This project and trip had been in the works for about four months before they arrived here, but discussions have been ongoing since the beginning of the year.

is also a volunteer member at the Manitoba Agricultural Museum. Being the contact between Versatile and Giants Software, he was the one who suggested coming to the museum for multiple reasons, but the main one being that Big Roy is here.

Leafloor said he is super excited about this project because his farm was going to be one of the host sites for the scanning. All of their larger horsepower tractors are Versatile so after they finished at the museum they would be heading to Brunkild, MB, where he farms with his in-laws, to scan their 976 Versatile, 276 bidirectional, 2360 4-wheel drive Buhler Versatile to hopefully be included into the game. Leafloor has been volunteering at the museum for 28 years and is usually working with tractors a little older than the ones being scanned, adding that he’s also excited to share the museum with people from around the world and to personally be a part of the game.

Giants Software Giants Software is the franchise that develops Farming Simulator. The company does the entire process of creating the game, including producing, releasing, and publishing it. They created a few other games back PHOTO BY DESTINY MAKI in the day, such as a ski resort simulator and Jan Pfitzner begins the scanning process of the exterior of the Versatile D118. a demolition company simulator, but now into the archive is around four to five months for just one Farming Simulator is their main focus.

Thank you The team on location included lead audio designer Kris piece of equipment. This all includes 3D artists, imitation, Leafloor said, “Thank you to everybody that has helped Caprani and special projects manager Jan Pfitzner, who integration and audio. What the team did here is strictly make this possible. It’s an initiative of Farming Simulator came here from Europe. The pair flew into Chicago and references, which they will send off to the team of 3D artists and Versatile, but it’s been amazing to see all the volunteers immediately hit their first bump in their travels when they that are based in their Czech Republic office location, where come out and get excited about this.” They’ve helped get realized that the airline didn’t bring their personal luggage they will do a complete new model. The team specializes in Big Roy running, as well as their personal Versatile tractors. and all their equipment. They had to wait two days for it converting the scans and images into the Farming Simula- Working long days and crazy hours of early mornings and to come in before they drove up to Manitoba for their first tor game engine version. They would use the information late nights to try to make this happen because they believe provided by this technology as a reference of scale. The 3D in it as much as they do. location to work.

A big part of Pfitzner and Caprani’s specific job positions artists need to do a lot of rebuilding using both the scans “It just shows how much emotion is tied to the Versatile are based ‘on location,’ meaning they travel to wherever the and the pictures they take of the intricate details in order brand. How many people believe in the brand,” expressed machines are. Caprani said that when he moved to Germany to recreate the machinery.

Leafloor. When it comes to social media, they hope to try to The team here was strictly collecting resources for the get all the traction they can by using this opportunity to get and started working with the company about two and a half years ago, not much happened due to COVID-19 and the archive for the franchise to select from later. They did the name of the museum out there and attract more visitors. restrictions that came with the pandemic. This year, he said not have any estimate of how soon people could see this Farming Simulator is quite popular with younger india lot has happened and so far they’ve travelled to Austria, machinery in the game, adding, they’re not the ones who viduals, whether they are associated with agriculture or not, Switzerland, Germany, and now the US and Canada. While decide which pieces make it into the game. especially in Europe. This game provides an opportunity it’s usually focused within Europe, Caprani stated that this for them to learn about a lot of products and other brands What do they think of Canada? is his first time having to travel for work overseas, and his and types of equipment from around the world through They said they have seen a lot of interesting personalities. the game. Leafloor feels hopeful that with the amount of first time in Canada. Whether or not a particular brand is German, it’s likely they will usually have a distributor or Caprani said that everyone they’ve meet has been super younger people that play this game, they will see Big Roy manufacturer located in Germany so they will just go to friendly, approachable and warm. and that it will hopefully peak their interest and they will When asked how he felt about travelling to the MAM discover the Manitoba Agricultural Museum. those locations. Caprani mentioned that a previous audio designer had travelled to the States a number of years ago of all places in Canada, Caprani said that it felt special, to record the Big Bud tractor. The unique and older models because while places like the distributors and manufacturers are the reasons why they need to travel out of Germany are cool, it’s just as you would expect – a big factory and it’s got that corporation front of a normal business. Whereas every so often.

They weren’t sure how many pieces of machinery they at the museum, there’s heritage. It feels special.

While they do work with private owners of rare and old were going to scan in the area, but when they were at MAM, they knew they were doing three at the museum vehicles and machines and have recorded in museums in and approximately six at other farms in the area. Coming Germany, they’ve never seen anything to this scale. “It feels to Manitoba was the main reason for their trip, but they like a special introduction to Canada,” Caprani said. He were making the most of it. Caprani explained that after added that while you could come here as a tourist and just they finished up here, they would be travelling to Iowa, go for the sights, being here you’re immediately immersed North Dakota, Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin to try to in a community you’ve never heard about and it gives you find other sites and distributors, including Steiger, as they a deeper insight into the country. He mentioned that while talking to Leafloor in the last few days, they’ve also learned make their way back to Chicago.

The time it takes to complete one tractor from the scan- about the infrastructure and the resources of the country ning stage to when it would be completed and integrated that they had no idea about and never would have, had they just visited a city.

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Redfern Farm Services celebrating 50 years in Rivers and Westman

By Sarah Plosker Farmers’ Advocate

Redfern has been supplying farmers in Westman with crop products, services, equipment and expertise since 1972, when Ray and Bev Redfern started the company out of a 14x24 foot office in Rivers.

They’ve certainly seen a lot of change over the 50 years in business.

The company got started because Ray had previous experience working for Esso in Manitoba as an agronomist and then Alberta as a marketing business manager. He wanted to create and build a crop inputs business in addition to an existing fuels operation.

Ray had grown up near Harding/Kenton on a dairy-grain crops farm with four brothers and two sisters, until his parents sold the farm when he was about to leave for University to study Agriculture, so Ray has always had local roots.

T he R ivw it h Reder s a i rba se fern offices to had closed in support the September of youngsters 1971, which and the local was a huge clubs. Redblow to the lofern has supcal economy. ported jersey Friends were programs to understandteam players ably worried for local hockabout Ray’s ey and soccer. new business They lend out venture, but t heir water he had detertrucks for exm i ned he’d tra support in try it for five fighting fires.

PHOTO BY SARAH PLOSKER years and then Redfern Farm Services celebrated their 50th year in business at the Riverdale They support see what came Community Centre on Aug. 11. school prone x t . F i f t y g r a m s a nd years later, he bursaries. says he loves the business testing programs with agro- the years. The company has Redfern is a big supporter and people in ag, and he nomic advice and program about 100 regular staff in of Brandon University and “forgot about moving on!” services to help growers total, with up to 30 to 40 A ssiniboine CommunRay was 25 years old at maximize margin on every additional staff during the ity College (ACC), with the time he started what acre. Redfern has grown busy season (April to July). program sponsorship and became Redfern and, to over the years and now comprograms to introduce high Many years this day, he’s always up for prises 11 offices, first startschool students to the life oping in Rivers, then adding of experience a challenge. portunities provided there.

There are many emRedfern sells seed, fer- Hamiota, Kenton, MinneRay has been a long-time tilizers, crop protection, dosa, Brandon, Carberry, ployees with 30+ years at advisory board participant equipment rentals, logistics, Neepawa, Souris, Hartney, Redfern under their belt. and now serves on a fundcustom ag services, soil Shoal Lake and Virden over Administrative support raising program for a major Sheila Smith was their first expansion of ag programs at employee and has 49 and a ACC, and Redfern is about half years of service; Don to make their largest contriMontague had close to 40 bution ever to the program. years; Lloyd Fehr has 32 Ray also strongly promotes years; Harold Roberds and and believes in continuing Clive Sanderson both had education and training for over 30 years each. That’s all staff members, as well. close to 200 years of combined experience working The challenges for Redfern between the of farm life five of them. It certainly The life of a farmer can says something about a be tough, and Ray knows company when so many all about it. In 1999-2000, people want to stick around; Westman received 22 inchit’s like a big family. (In es of rain during seeding fact, this reporter notes that month, and Ray was flying after meeting with repre- above the fields with memsentatives of Redfern to get bers of parliament, which information for this article, became two years of some they tried sending me home frustration in the effort to with zucchini from one of advocate for farmers, who their gardens—now that’s were, as they always are, at hospitality!) the mercy of the weather.

Lloyd Fehr, sales coThere were the challenordinator, says the work is ges and stress created from challenging and expecta- horrific interest rates that tions are high, but the pas- reached over 20 per cent in sion that employees bring the 1980s for farmers and to the job is evident.

Agribusiness’, including Redfern, which was the Supporting local demise of many farmers Staff are encouraged to and their ag-retail suppliers. be involved in the com- There were other wet years munit y and there are in the early 2000s, as well as employees who volunteer 2015, and dry years in 1988 for the fire department, and the early 1990s. With town council, the Lion’s drought and wind, many club and more. farmers had to completely Redfern makes an effort write off their crops those to buy a steer at local 4-H years. sunrisecu.mb.ca sales in the communities Craig Allison, senior

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agronomist, explains that advancements in wheat, canola and other grains combined with changes in farming practices have generated greater resiliency on the farm. A more optimistic future brings an influx of younger people into the industry.

All 11 offices celebrated Redfern’s 50th anniversary at the Riverdale Community Centre in Rivers on Aug. 11. It’s estimated that nearly 500 people attended, including former and current employees, customers and suppliers.

The event was a great celebration of 50 years of true partnerships, which have enabled Redfern to grow and endure for these 50 years. The event included a slide show of their history in ag, and presentations by management and industry partners, which emphasized Redfern’s gratitude for these relationships.

Ray, who is surprised to find himself at 75 years of age, is still fully engaged with energy and enthusiasm for the future of ag and rural communities. He and his wife, Bev have two children– a son, Dustin, who is active in the business, and daughter, Jordana, they also have two grandchildren.

A continually evolving industry There have been many changes in farming over the past 50 years. Numerous innovations and technological advancements have taken place and Redfern and Ray have always embraced these changes. Fifty years ago, there were smaller-scale farms and farmers were buying one bag of fertilizer per acre of farmland.

Nowadays, it’s common for huge semi-trucks to load up full of fertilizer for their fields. Larger-scale farming has evolved, with farmers having more parcels of farmland, and Redfern takes great pride in evolving with those farmers over the years and to be identified by them as their partner.

The demand for nonmeat protein is a major shift in recent years.

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‘A testament to our credibility and resilience as a business’ Continued from Page B4 The global supply chain means that diets in countries across the world have an impact on what we grow here in Manitoba. Immigration is also affecting what we grow and sell locally. Just a simple trip to the grocery store and you’ll see types of meat and produce that weren’t available in the region 50 years ago. There’s opportunity in this broader influence, Lloyd explains, and farmers can gain significant advantage by asking themselves, “Can I grow that?” instead of sticking to what they’ve always grown. Canada exports 70 per cent of what we grow. This is rather unusual; most countries keep at least 50 per cent. So we need to be adaptable to the global market.

Ray is a forward-thinker and was the first to bring in anhydrous ammonia to the region, a less expensive form of nitrogen. Right now, Ray is leading an effort to attempt to bring a soybean/canola processing plan to Manitoba and hopefully the Westman area, specifically. With so many farmers in the region growing these crops, it makes sense

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to process it right here at home, rather than sending it elsewhere. This will translate to more profit for crop producers, along with an opportunity for a significant increase to the domestic market.

There is a surprising number of retail ag businesses in the Westman area, which translates into a lot of competition. “To survive in a retail ag business in this area is huge,” Lloyd says. “It’s really a testament to our credibility and resilience as a business.”

Rob McGill, branch manager in Rivers, adds, “It’s certainly a delicate balance in cultivating working relationships with both growers and suppliers.” They credit Ray for always looking at the bigger picture, and for bringing in innovation and opportunities to support local farmers. A Redfern mantra is to provide integrity and fairness in all that they do with customers and suppliers– and that the trust of their customers and suppliers means everything to them!

Farmers’ Advocate staff wish Redfern Farm Services a happy 50th anniversary and many more years to come!

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Per cent of normal accumulated precipitation Areas west of Lake Winnipeg around Arborg and east of the Riding Mountain National Park around Alonsa have received at least 150 percent of normal precipitation. Some locations in the northwest region (San Clara, Minitonas) and southwest (Pierson, Melita) have mostly received only 70 to 90 per cent of normal precipitation. Riverton (167 per cent), Alonsa (162 per cent), and Fisherton (155 per cent) are the top three locations with the highest percent of normal precipitation. Portage has received 129 per cent normal precipitation and Gladstone sits at 112 per cent.

Per cent normal accumulated corn heat units (May 1 - Sept. 11) Most regions of agroManitoba have accumulated between 100 to 110 per cent of the historical accumulated CHU. Arborg has accumulated the highest per cent normal accumulated CHU at 111. Portage has accumulated 107 per cent CHU, while Gladstone, Holland and Lakeland are

Critical fall period for alfalfa Alfalfa must store adequate levels of energy in its roots prior to freeze-up to survive the winter and begin growth next spring.

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critical fall period, which is four to five weeks prior to a killing frost, energy reserves in the roots may be depleted and winterkill may result.

As a general guideline, alfalfa should be one foot tall or in the bud stage to accumulate adequate root reserves. The worst case scenario is when alfalfa is cut or grazed in late August or early September, re-grows just enough to deplete root reserves, and goes into winter on an empty tank of gas.

Alfalfa can also suffer winter injury from a lack of snow cover, improper harvest timing, or harsh winter conditions. Winter thaws can cause significant damage to alfalfa fields if they become iced over or if the insulating snow layer is lost.

If alfalfa can’t be cut prior to the critical fall period, producers should plan to harvest after, or close to, a killing frost. The plants will be going dormant, little regrowth will occur, and winter survivability should be improved. Uncut strips left in the field will help catch snow and insulate the crop from cold temperatures. A

fall fertilizer application can also benefit future alfalfa productivity and longevity.

Phosphorus and potassium are particularly important, as they support root and nodule health and overwintering capability. Both of these nutrients can be applied in the fall, as they are relatively immobile and will not leach into the soil or volatilize into the atmosphere, like nitrogen. The most cost-effective way to maintain adequate soil fertility is to do a fall soil test before fertilizing.

Producers who want to harvest during the critical fall period must consider the benefits of additional forage harvested against the potential for winterkill and early spring yield losses.

Watch for nitrates and prussic acid in annual forage crops Late seeded annual crops that do not mature prior to a fall frost could be at risk for nitrates to accumulate when harvested for greenfeed or silage. Annual forages, including oats, barley, millet and sorghum, are susceptible to high nitrates if

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This stress can be from a variety of factors such as drought, frost or hail and depends on the severity.

High soil nitrate levels can result in higher nitrate accumulation in the plant. A light frost that doesn’t kill the plant shouldn’t increase nitrate levels if plants resume growth in a day or two. As long as plant leaves can continue to photosynthesize, the nitrates will be used up by the plant.

A killing frost can cause nitrates to build up and requires immediate cutting of the plant to prevent nitrate accumulation. Ensiling the forage or rain on a swath will lower the level of nitrates in the feed. Perennial forages such as alfalfa are at a low risk of high nitrates building up. If producers are concerned about high nitrates, a feed sample should be taken and submitted to a lab for testing.

All plants in the sorghum family can cause prussic acid poisoning in livestock.

Prussic acid is also called hydrocyanic acid, otherwise known as cyanide.

Frosted sorghum forages are usually safe to harvest as hay, silage, or baleage.

Cyanide gas dissipates during the hay curing phase and during handling and feed-out of silage. Sorghum and sudangrass hays are safer to feed once bales are completely cured, which takes about three weeks.

Silage and baleage are safer to feed after fermentation is complete, which takes about 6 to 8 weeks after ensiling.

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“Brooks and I strive to promote positive change in the agriculture industry by being innovative in our management practices, and we appreciate the support as we undertake this journey,” said Jen. Since 2018, Manitoba Habitat Heritage Corporation has approved over $9.7 million in grant funding for 110 Conservation Trust projects in partnership with 45 organizations.

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Each year, Manitoba Habitat Heritage Corporation invites Conservation Trust grant applications for on-the-ground conservation projects across Manitoba that benef it water quantity and quality, wildlife habitat, soil health and nature.

The Conservation Trust received a project application in 2020 from the Manitoba Forage and Grasslands Association (MFGA) to convert 160 acres of grainland to a grazing system. The project goals were to demonstrate regenerative agriculture to improve economic returns to the farm while providing water storage, improved soil health, and increased wildlife habitat.

Brooks and Jen White were identified as the farmers who would implement the project. They are the fifth generation owner/ operators of Borderland Agriculture, a grain farm and bison ranch located in the far south-west corner of Manitoba.

In 1882, Richard and L or inda W hite homesteaded in Treaty 2 territory, near Lyleton, the driest part of the province dominated by sandy soils, and at the time, a sea of mixed grass prairie with roaming bison herds.

Only 12 years prior (1870), Man itoba had joined confederation with the Great Plains Bison on the provincial seal. By 1888, no wild bison were left in Canada. Their slaughter removed the keystone species that supported indigenous communities and the Great Plains grasslands ecosystem.

Brooks and Jen White are regenerative farmers. “Our approach to regenerative agriculture focuses on integrating poly cropping and grazing to build soil organic matter and soil biodiversity, grow better crops and produce healthier bison,” said Brooks.

“Through this project, we seeded 160 acres to a perennial pasture, which we fenced and added a watering system,” Brooks said. “We installed structures to back-flood areas

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Bison on a summer pasture are obviously happy with their summer grazing, but are also well adapted to winter grazing.

in the spring to encourage water infiltration and reduce field runoff to prevent downstream flooding.”

“Bison are the key to building soil and improving plant health,” said Brooks. “We rotate bison and our domestic livestock across the farm. We graze a variety of forages, perennial pasture, cover crops, crop residue and corn. In doing so, the animals get all the nutrients they need, and we build soil.”

Bison are physically adapted to winter grazing.

“Our rotational system allows us to graze fields 365 days a year,” said Brooks.

“The bison manure and herd trampling helps to spread nutrients, reducing our fertilizer costs by 75 per cent. By maintaining plant cover and moving them through the farm year round, we are essentially mimicking the ecological system when the bison

roamed the Great Plains.”

Through regenerative agriculture, Brooks and Jen have come to see changes in their soil. “In fields where we have transitioned from annual cropping to grazed perennial pastures, we see significant changes in dung beetles and earthworms in our soil, and we see increased plant production and better water infiltration,” said Jen. “We believe in ecological systems and providing ecological goods and services from our farm,” Jen said.

“This includes increased biodiversity, flood mitigation, carbon sequestration, improved water quality, and enhanced wildlife habitat. One thing we know for sure, the deer and moose love our farm.”

“Bring ing home the bison is a bit like a step back in time, when farming was based more on biology than chemistry,”

Brooks and Jen White and family.

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said Brooks. “That said, regenerative agriculture addresses current issues like climate change and removing carbon from the atmosphere, as well as healthy food production and supporting a cleaner environment to meet the

demands of today’s consumers. Better for your food and better for the planet is a common theme with regenerative agriculture.”

In addition to Conservation Trust funding, the MFGA Borderland Agriculture project was also sup-

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