Banner & Press
Minnedosa lifts temporary sewer restriction
Nov. 8, a
hard at work tending to sewer services prior to the recent fix.
By Casper Wehrhahn
Neepawa Banner & Press
The Town of Minnedosa was able to lift temporary restrictions to its sewer usage this past weekend.
The now-lifted restrictions had originally been put in place on Nov. 6 after a major equipment failure at the Main Lift Station. The equipment affected was two pumps, which pumps sewage to the Town’s lagoons.
“The lift station runs with three pumps in rotation. One of the pumps had been sent away to be repaired after it malfunctioned, leaving two pumps,” The Town explained via social media on Saturday, Nov. 9.
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Lest we forget
Representatives with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #23, the Ladies Auxillary, Neepawa Cadets and RCMP at the Remembrance Day Ceremony in Neepawa.
the annual Remembrance Day ceremony.
The people of Neepawa recently paused for a moment to honour those who sacrificed to protect our freedom, during
The event was held at the Yellowhead Hall on Monday, Nov. 11, and saw several hundred in attendance to pay respectful tribute to those who have served.
This year marks several important anniversaries for the Canadian Armed Forces, including the 80th anniversary of Canadians landing at Juno Beach on D-Day in 1944 and the 60th anniversary of the start of Canada’s peacekeeping mission in Cyprus.
Additional pictures from the Neepawa ceremony, as well as Remembrance Day ceremonies across the region appear on Pages 10 and 11
PHOTO BY JOEL ASSELSTINE
Pictured
crew member
PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX
Yellowhead Centre revising its board structure
Volunteer run facility hosts its annual general meeting
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
Slight changes are being made to the overall structure of the Yellowhead Centre’s Volunteer Board. During the Yellowhead’s annual general meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, Nov. 12, an amendment was brought forward and approved. The new format for the board will be as follows:
• There will be four elected positions on the board, made up of a president, vice president, secretary and treasurer;
• There will also be four positions set aside for government representatives from the Town of Neepawa, R.M. of Rosedale, R.M. of North Cypress-Langford and R.M. of Glenella-Landsdowne. Those positions will be filled directly by the municipalities. If they choose to leave the post vacant, it will not count towards a quorum for any board meetings or have a vote until the position is filled;
• There will also be up to three spaces on the board for members at large, which consists of groups that do not have contracts in place with the Yellowhead. (i.e. the NACI Tigers Hockey team and the Neepawa Farmers Hockey Club);
• There will be a weighted voting structure in place, with the elected positions and municipalities’ counted as two votes, while the user groups and members at large each account for one vote. A quorum for the new board will be 50 per cent, plus one of seats filled.
The Yellowhead Centre will be forwarding letters to the municipalities and alerting all user groups of the changes and giving them time to decide upon a representative. The new board structure will take effect Jan. 1.
The financials
The AGM also featured a review of the financial statements and update on the facility’s long term outlook. For the fiscal year ending on Aug. 31, the Yellowhead
• Four contracted user groups with the Yellowhead will receive a position on the board. Those groups are Neepawa Minor Hockey, Neepawa Figure Skating Club, Neepawa Gymnastics and the Neepawa Titans Hockey Club. Similar to the Municipalities, those positions will be filled directly by the user groups and fall under the same regulations towards a quorum, if they choose not to send a representative;
Centre ran a year-end loss of $61,067.
Total income for the year was $524,138. That number came from the combined operational revenue from the building, as well as donations and the annual farming fundraiser project.
The expenses, meanwhile, were $585,205. The biggest year-over-year increase seen in that ledger was due to salaries and benefits, as some casual labourers had to be hired over the course of the year. Utility costs also saw an increase from the previous year.
Board president Wayne Jacobson said the year-end loss is not as bleak as it may appear, as revenue from the farming project, as well as a second payment from the Town of Neepawa towards its’ yearly grant will be made available soon.
Revenue:
Yellowhead memberships - $2,779
Ice Rentals - $165,744
Rental income - $43,117
Redline Grill income - $72,735
Advertising - $11,650
Grant: Town of Neepawa - $97,500
Grant: RM of North Cypress-Langford - $20,000
Grant: Beautiful Plains Community Foundation - $1,050
Grant: Green Team - $9,495
ATM Commission - $307
CEBA loan forgiveness - $20,000
Grant: Efficiency Manitoba - $21,840
Interest - $355
Combined revenue: $466,572
Other income:
Donations and fundraising - $192
Farming project - $57,374
Total Revenue: $524,138
Expenses:
Advertising - $665
Amortization - $39,704
Bookkeeping - $703
Dues and memberships - $260
Goods and services tax paid - $307
Insurance - $53,004
Interest and bank charges - $8,208
Office - $1,182
Property taxes - $2,602
Repairs and maintenance - $119,444
Salaries and benefits - $214,389
Telephone - $3,608
Travel - $7,113
Utilities - $133,976
Total expenses: $585,205
Net income for year (loss): ($61,067)
Emergency pump installed, station being monitored
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The two remaining pumps in the rotation unfortunately failed at the same time, which was the cause of the necessary call for a reduction in the use of all sewer services (such as toilets, showers, laundry, etc) while the Town worked toward a temporary fix. During this time, the Town of Minnedosa also had vac
trucks on hand to remove sewage from the lift station and manhole, then haul it to the lagoons.
Restrictions were lifted as of Monday, Nov. 11, after a temporary fix was able to be made.
“The emergency pump arrived late last night and was successfully installed,” said the Town of Minnedosa via social media that day. “The lift station will
be continuously monitored. Thank you everyone for doing your part to reduce the usage during the past week.”
The Town of Minnedosa’s Emergency Alert System– Connect was also used to send out alerts via text, phone call and email, to provide alerts to its residents throughout the process.
The Neepawa Banner
& Press reached out on the morning of Nov. 12 for any additional comments and information that might be
available following the fix, but was unable to hear back prior to the paper’s print deadline.
2004: The heroine of the Hamilton Hotel
By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press
125 years ago, Tuesday, November 14, 1899
Seven pigs belonging to Lawrence Robertson, of Selden, died within an hour on Thursday last. They were poisoned. It will be remembered that the Orangemen had a gathering at Mr. Robertson’s on Wednesday night; and the calamity happening so soon thereafter leads to the supposition that some cowardly enemy of Mr. Robertson or the Orange order did the dastardly deed.
Henry Earwaker, who was for about three years a capable and reliable employee of Hutchings & Bemrose, here, has purchased the harness business in Arden hitherto conducted by W. Wallace. The new proprietor took possession on Thursday last and besides entirerly renovating the premises has ordered a large supply of new material which, when it arrives, will give Arden a most complete harness emporium. Mr. Earwaker’s opportunities for building up a good trade in Arden are favourable and he is the right kind of man to take advantage of them.
100 years ago, Friday, November 14, 1924
The service marking the re-opening of the
remodelled and enlarged Baptist Church was held Monday evening, but owing to the severe weather conditions of the evening, only a small number were present.
75 years ago, Thursday, November 17, 1949
John Vickers, noted tenor soloist of Winnipeg, will appear as guest artist on a musical program Wednesday, Nov. 30, presented by the Neepawa Brass Quartet. The concert will be given in Neepawa United Church under sponsorship of the Neepawa Baptist Church. W. Whitelock of Kelwood is one of five Manitobans placing in the grain awards announced at the Royal Winter Fair at Toronto on Tuesday. Mr. Whitelock placed fifth in the barley classes with his exhibit of Montcalm.
50 years ago, Thursday, November 14, 1974 Manitoba’s new Human Rights Act, which extends prohibitions against discrimination and provides for the establishment of special boards of adjudication, is now in effect.
Donna Wruth, outstanding female athlete of the 1973 and 1974 National Wheelchair Games, received the Order of the Buffalo Hunt from
Premier Ed Schreyer last Friday, Nov. 8…
Miss Wruth was paralyzed from the waist down in a car accident in 1908. She has worked at MHSC for two years, joining the commission as a clerk typist in 1962 following her graduation from Red River Community College. She drives a car which has been fitted with special controls that are worked by hand.
She has compiled an impressive record in wheelchair athletic competition in Canada in the past two years.
20 years ago, Monday, November 15, 2004
An eight months pregnant woman who made her way through thick smoke to alert residents to a fire in the Hamilton Hotel says while she was glad to help, it’s an experience she wouldn’t want to repeat.
“I never really thought about my own safety,” said Melissa Byskal, who gave birth to son Reagan exactly one month to the day after the fire.
“I started banging on all the doors, it was all confusion. Once is enough.”
Byskal was alone in her second-story suite when she smelled smoke around 2 a.m. last Feb. 2. Her partner, Trevor Digby, who managed the hotel bar, was making a bank deposit. He returned to find the 100-year-old building up in flames.
Byskal said a couple of weeks prior to the fire, pranksters had thrown a smoke bomb into the building. She first thought that had happened again.
“I smelled smoke and I went into the hall,” Byskal
broke out. She was eight months pregnant at the time of the fire.
said. “I was going to use a downstairs payphone to call 911.”
As the hallway began filling with thick, black smoke, Byskal said she started knocking on doors instead. She managed to rouse all but one of the seven occupied rooms.
Everyone escaped through fire exits, except for one man, who was trapped on the building’s ledge near his second story room. He was rescued by fire fighters.
“I did knock on his door, but he didn’t hear me,” Byskal said.
The fire was especially tragic for Byskal and Digby because the young couple had already packed a number of boxes, and
were planning to move out of the hotel. The only thing Byskal managed to save was her purse.
Disclaimer: The information gathered and used each week in the Looking Back feature is directly taken from the original print copy of the Neepawa Press and Neepawa Banner newspapers. Any errors or omissions from stories (Factually or otherwise) are the result of the original print and not the responsibility of the archivist for the current version of the Neepawa Banner & Press.
So ever since we first heard about you we have kept on praying and asking God to help you understand what he wants you to do; asking him to make you wise about spiritual things; Colossians 1:9 (The Living Bible)
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE BANNER & PRESS ARCHIVES
Pictured is Melissa Byskal with her son, Reagan, in November of 2004. Melissa was dubbed the ‘Heroine of the Hammy’ for her efforts to ensure the safety of others when the fire at the Hamilton Hotel
Perspectives
Tundra
By Chad Carpenter
How the U.S. election was lost
In my column just prior to the US election, I outlined why, if Trump were to win, why that would take place. That column was in no way meant to be an endorsement of Donald Trump.
I said was, “if Donald Trump is elected, it will be because people are sick of the stands taken by the Democrats who are shamelessly backed by the majority of the media and the entertainment industry.”
With the majority win by Trump, the people who operate and who back the Democratic Party are in shock and mourning about their defeat. When all the mistakes come out in full view, the Dems should not be surprised. Here are some reasons why their shock is misplaced.
Most of Kamala Harris’ previous election campaign experience was in California, a place where the majority of people think like she does. She was not battle-hardened. Without that “battle” experience, Harris did not get a high level of comfort and experience with handling media interviews. She was invisible for much of the campaign and it left voters not knowing who she was and what she believed.
She refused to illustrate how she would do things differently than Joe Biden. That and the fact that it’s very difficult to be an incumbent and claim you are going to make big and needed changes. People asked the obvious question and that was “Why didn’t you change things when you had the chance?”
The loss wasn’t due to a shortage of money as Harris backers raised $1billion and spent it all and then some in 107 days. I think that’s about $10million a day.
The Democratic Party went way into the ditch by waiting so long to “retire” Joe Biden. It was obvious
“ The Dems appeared to abandon the working class in favour of suburban university educated people.
to all that time had caught up to Joe Biden at age 80 or so, how could they be surprised. Even now, at times, Biden speaks well but many times he doesn’t and it’s sad.
I have said many times, and written it a few times, that if Joe Biden and Donald Trump are the best that the Americans can come up with for president, the country is in big trouble. I also wrote that the parties should find a black female lawyer and set them up as candidates for the task of US president. The Democrats did that but a chosen young black female lawyer needed to also do and say the things that people need to hear from their president and Harris clearly didn’t do that. Harris insulted Trump and Trump insulted her but Trump said what he intends to do in easier to understand language than Harris was willing or able to do. Trump picked a young and vibrant VP candidate, some would say JD Vance is a handsome guy. Harris picked an old looking 60 year old man, Tim Walls, who unfortunately looked as worn out as Joe Biden.
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Trump made wild and outlandish promises but they were about issues the public wanted to hear, the economy, energy self-sufficiency, border and immigration control. Harris talked about social issues that while, people care about them, they are not issues that put food on the table and clothes on kids backs.
After the election was over, Independent Senator Bernie Sanders said two basic things. One, the Dems appeared to abandon the working class in favour of suburban, university educated people and US election laws allow the very rich to finance the elections. In contrast, in Canada, political donations to a party are limited to individuals, not businesses, and I believe the limit in Canada is only $1,750 per person. What Canadians also need to be aware of is how Trump decisions will affect Canada. Lots to watch for.
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this column are the writer’s personal views and are not to be taken as being the view of the newspaper staff.
On a lighter note…
When I regretfully released Henry Hoover and Miss Daisy from their aging and ailing bodies I vowed never to have another dog. Hoover failed first, at about eleven years of age, and Miss Daisy needed to join him within the next year. I washed their beds, bedding, towels and dishes, cleaned their collars and leashes, and gave it all away. I was so done with dogs and all that is associated with their care and keeping.
And then my daughter-in-law asked me if I wanted another dog. I kind of did, but I wanted an older Sheltie. So she sent me a picture of Arie, an almost one-year-old Yorkie Poodle cross. Nothing remotely like an older Sheltie! That’s all it took. One picture.
In September, it was one year since Arie has become mine. She is now two and perfect. She never chewed on anything and never peed or puked in the house. Arie is as smart as they come and high energy. Her arrival coincided with my becoming a widow, filling the home with vitality, and she needed me. The first few times my daughter-in-law visited Arie would lay at the door and cry when she and her dog left. I wondered if Arie would ever really be mine. This Thanksgiving Arie was briefly reunited with the lovely young woman who first owned her. Circumstances and life made it impossible for that relationship to continue and hence the re-homing with my DIL caring for, and training Arie for several weeks before bringing her to me. The reunion between Arie and the young lady was touching, Arie choosing to sit with her rather than my DIL or me. The farewells were tearful. The gathering itself– the twenty people and six dogs– had Arie flitting between many people– BUT when she had enough it was my bed she found and curled up on. Going home from Slave Lake, I knew that Arie picked me. We go for long walks. She knows at which houses we stop and chat and is puzzled when the owners aren’t available. She knows who gives her treats and she knows the trails. Aris actually sits down, or turns around when she doesn’t want to go a certain direction. And sometimes I listen! Her preferred walk doesn’t allow us to return on the same path we walked leaving the house. New additions- like decorations- set her into a tizzy. Those objects weren’t there, and now they are, something’s very wrong! We walk a great deal; we also play. We play hide and go seek. Imagine if you will an old lady sliding around corners to duck into a closet before she is spotted. Or tossing a toy in one direction and rushing to get out of sight. Arie has a keen nose. At day’s end, she waits in the garage while I hide fifteen to twenty pieces of kibble all around the house. She knows when she has cleared a room I put the light out. And if she misses one, I simply stand nearby and she returns to complete the hunt.
One little, strong willed, brilliant dog. Perfect!
Ken Waddell Right in the Centre
Healing heartaches and heartbreaks
Sometimes we all need a wake-up callsomething to open our eyes to the heartaches and heartbreaks around us and draw our attention to things in life that are far more important than who won the US Presidential election or how soon Canadians will have the opportunity to decide whether to replace or retain our current Prime Minister.
I had one of those moments three weeks ago. It came 36 hours after my wife and I were told of the sudden and unexpected death of her son. As I looked out over the group that gathered for worship that Sunday, I realized that every person in the room was dealing with an issue that was as challenging to them as ours was to us; and on that Sunday, it wasn’t just our faith that united us. It was the heartache or heartbreak we shared.
The service went well; but God had a surprise in store for all of us that morning. As we began
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our prayer time, I felt as though God was touching us all and saying: “I am here. I understand your pain. I am here to help.”
I left for home that day knowing that I was not alone; that one I could not see was present to guide our family through what would be a very hectic and emotionally draining two weeks.
Well, those weeks are over and the long process of healing has begun. It is a process with which we are somewhat familiar. In the time we have been together, Kathryn and I have lost three parentsmy mom, her dad and her mom. We have also faced the long period of adjustment following her stroke. Saying “farewell” to a child is very differ -
ent. Nothing prepares you for that. But we are doing three things to help us heal.
First, we will take all the time we need. We know that nothing will ever remove all the pain we feel. But, as a close friend assured us last week, we know that one day we will wake up and it won’t hurt as much as it does now.
come, we will shed them, let them pass and then move on.
Third, we will talk to people who can help us find hope and healing. We will ask questions we feel need to be asked. But we will not be surprised if we are told that there are not now and may never be answers to some of them. In time, we will be able to accept that and we will move on.
Let me add these final words. In these days, we have felt a tremendous outpouring of love and care from so many people. Knowing the challenges some of you are facing has made your acts of kindness that much more significant. We thank you for thinking about and sending positive wishes to us. Be assured that we have been thinking about and are sending positive wishes back to you. Please continue to remember us as we walk our path of healing. We are doing the same for you. May God bless you all. Neil
Second, we will not be ashamed to shed tears when they come. We have shed them many times before; and we will shed them again. There is no right way or wrong way to grieve. There is no time limit to which people must adhere when grieving. The way we grieve and the time we take to go through the process will be as unique as we are. So when tears
Beautiful Plains Archives:
Students attending 1980 Science Fair
Market report
By Tyler Slawinski Gladstone Auction
Cattle are in high demand and prices are outstanding! Every week normal trends would have us thinking the market is going to correct itself it seems to pick up steam and get slightly stronger then the previous week! We had a barn full and sold 1,639 head of cattle through the ring in Gladstone on Nov.12!
The market this week was very optimistic once again, the cattle futures were strong and more orders seemed to be making their way to the front row. Most areas of trade were stronger, some additional orders drove certain areas of the market higher. A high percentage of the feeder cattle we traded were between 4-700lbs, and seemingly those were the weights that were in high demand! With the abundance of feed and good prices, purchasing cattle seem to be a better alternative for some to reinvest as opposed to paying a hefty tax bill moving forward.
There seems to be a lot of optimism in the cattle market, as overall cattle numbers are slow to rebound, and producers are possibly finally getting paid for some of their efforts!
The weather has been very good thus far, but It will be interesting to see how the market fluctuates when it does turn around. As the weather changes and the thousands of cattle are marketed across the country, we still need to expect market fluctuations, as there would seem to be a much bigger downside as the opposed upside of the cattle market.
Cows are trending fairly steady this week due to a lower demand on certain local orders. Feeding type cows and heiferettes are still selling stronger than feeding type but definitely slid from where they have been over the past few weeks. Yielding cows still traded quite reasonable from 150.00 to 160.00 with sales to 165 looking like softer averages. Feeding type cows are ranging between 165 to 170. Bulls traded slightly softer ranging between 185.00 to 190.00.
Some highlights from the sale, black steers weighed 360 traded for a whopping 637.50 per pound! Black steers weighed 469 and traded for 532.50. Black steers weighed 539 and brought 492.50. Crossbred steers weighed 601 pounds and they hit 450.00. Mixed steers weighed 760 and they checked out at 380.00! Heifers, crossbred heifers weighed 397 and traded for 518.00. Red hided heifers weighed 453 and brought 474.00. Black heifers weighed 510 and made 440.00.
Thumbs up to all those who volunteer, especially organizers of Remembrance Day Services and the Gladstone Legion Colour Guard who attends the school’s Remembrance Day
PHOTO OCURTESY OF THE BEAUTIFUL PLAINS ARCHIVES
This group of students from the J. M. Young School were set to represent their school at the Western Manitoba Science Fair in 1980. This photo was taken before their trip to the fair, with the fair proper taking place on Mar. 21 and 22 that year.
Those pictured, starting in the back row, from left, are: Chris Todd, Harvey Popien and Dennis Kuharski. Middle row: Bruce Baker, Lori Levandoski, Andrea Spafford, Valerie Parayeski, Maxine Kwiatkowski, Robbie Kasprick and Melissa Bone. Front row: Nadine Levandoski, Sherry Nickart, Corrie Graham and Angie Wisnoski.
out of helen’s kitchen Helen Drysdale
Slow cooker
The beauty of a slow cooker is how it simplifies meal preparation. Whether you need a recipe that cooks all day, or meals that simply don’t require your attention at the stove, the slow cooker has your back. When we think of slow cookers we think soups and stews, hearty chilies and pulled pork. The slow cooker is surprisingly versatile. There is almost nothing your slow cooker can’t do. When I want to sew all day I just get my slow cooker out, fill it up with wholesome food, set it and forget it. At the end of the day I have the satisfaction of a home-cooked meal ready to enjoy.
A slow cooker pork stew is the perfect meal for when you want something hearty and delicious. If you’re running low on time, you can simply skip the browning of the meat.
Pork stew
3 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1/4 cup flour
1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper
1 1/2 lb. boneless pork loin, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 large onion, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups butternut squash or sweet potatoes cut into 1 inch cubes
1 stick celery, cut into one inch pieces
2 medium carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 red bell pepper, diced in 1 inch pieces
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup chicken broth
1 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1 tsp. dried sage leaves
Cooked egg noodles or mashed potatoes, for serving
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Combine the flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the cubed pork in the flour. Add the pork cubes to the pan (work in two batches if needed) and cook for several minutes until slightly browned. Add the pork to the slow cooker. Add the remaining ingredients. Stir everything to combine. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. If you want the stew to be thicker, add 2 level tablespoons of cornstarch to 3 tablespoons of cold water, add mixture to stew, cover and cook on high for 15 minutes or until thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve over cooked egg noodles or mashed potatoes.
This Slow Cooker chicken thigh recipe is loaded with vegetables and makes an easy meal. Chicken thighs are great for slow cookers because they stay moist and juicy through the long cooking process.
Lemon chicken with veggies
1 medium onion, diced
3 -4 medium potatoes, quartered 2-3 carrots, cut in 3 inch pieces
2 sticks celery, cut in 2 inch pieces
3 garlic cloves, sliced or minced
6-8 boneless chicken thighs, with skin
1 cup chicken broth
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. crushed red chili pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1 tsp. Dash
Zest of half a lemon
Juice of one lemon
Fresh parsley for garnish
Place the veggies in the slow cooker and top with the thighs. Combine the chicken broth, salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, Dash, lemon zest and lemon juice. Pour the broth over the chicken. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3 hours. Remove chicken and vegetables to a serving platter, garnish with fresh parsley, if using, and serve.
Slow Cooker Rice Pudding is a simple old fashioned dessert. If you love your rice puddings to be creamy use the whole milk or replace some of the milk with cream. I love my rice pudding with raisins and cinnamon. If you do not like raisins and cinnamon just leave them out.
Cooking spray
3/4 cup long-grain rice
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup white sugar
2 Tbsp. butter
Rice pudding
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 cup raisins
Spray the slow cooker stoneware with cooking spray. Rinse the rice under water. Combine all of the ingredients in the slow cooker. Cook on high 2 to 3 hours or low 4 to 5 hours. Spoon into individual bowls or cups and serve warm, or refrigerate to chill to serve cold.
BP Museum history: Scenes from Franklin
Top photo: The old CPR station.
Above: A view of the Franklin Curling Rink.
Below: The Franklin Memorial Hall.
Canada Post receives strike notices from CUPW
Postal service committed to serving Canadians in event of rotating strike activity
Submitted
Canada Post has received strike notices from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), for both Urban and RSMC (Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers) bargaining units. The notices indicate that CUPW will be in a legal position to begin strike activity on Nov. 15 at 12:01 a.m. ET.
In the event CUPW initiates rotating strike activity, Canada Post intends to continue delivering for Canadians and Canadian businesses while working to reach negotiated agreements. However, the ongoing possibility of a labour disruption has been significantly eroding Canada Post’s volumes and escalating the negative financial impact on the company.
Canada Post has notified the union that unless new agreements are reached, the current collective agreements will no longer apply as
of Friday. The Corporation will then be in a position, using the means provided in the Canada Labour Code, to adjust operations based on its operational realities and business needs.
Parcel volumes decline 28 per cent and continue to slide at a usually busy time.
Retailers require certainty for their shipments at this time of year and continue to move more and more of their parcels to other delivery companies. This is typically Canada Post’s busiest time of the year, bringing much needed revenue to the organization.
Delivered parcel volumes have been in an accelerating decline since CUPW announced its strike mandate on October 25. Last week, Canada Post’s parcel volumes declined by 28 per cent compared to the same week of the previous year. That represents 1.3 million parcels – or more than a day’s worth of delivered parcels at this time of year – that went to competitors instead of Canada Post.
With CUPW’s strike notice, the company expects this trend to accelerate.
Labour disruption would have lasting impact
A labour disruption would affect the millions of Canadians and businesses who rely on the postal service, and deepen the company’s already serious financial situation. It is critical that both parties focus their energies on resolving issues to reach negotiated agreements.
In the event of a labour disruption, the Corporation will work to minimize service disruptions, but customers may experience delays. Mail and parcels flow through Canada Post’s highly integrated national network each day to get from sender to receiver. Shutting down facilities or regions with rotating strikes can cause immediate and prolonged ripple effects throughout the network. The postal system must change to compete in today’s delivery market.
Canada Post is rapidly
Spruce Plains RCMP report
By Sgt David Taggart Spruce Plains RCMP
In the month of October the Spruce Plains RCMP responded to 286 occurrences. This month we laid 86 traffic related tickets. We found 4 people impaired by alcohol. We are continuing to see thefts of vehicles and ATV’s in the rural area. Some vehicles and ATV’s have been recovered. We have a warrant for arrest for one suspect. There has been an increase in shoplifting. Video surveillance has been a good tool in identifying and the charging of suspects.
In addition to these incidents we also investigated assaults, sex assaults, failure to comply with court orders, possession of child pornography, Disturbances, frauds, uttering threats, traffic collisions and other Provincial Act investigations.
Speeder of the Month – A 22 year old driver from Brandon going 170 in a 100 zone. He was served a serious offence notice which puts his licence under review.
Anti-fraud tip: Grandparent scam
These frauds involve vulnerable elderly persons being exploited for cash when falling victim to anonymous phone calls claiming their grandchildren were in police custody and required bail money. Essentially, someone posing as a grandchild or the lawyer of the grandchild is calling seniors stating that their grandchild or
falling behind in today’s highly competitive, customer-focused parcel delivery market. In the first half of 2024, the company recorded a loss from operations of $490 million. Since 2018, the Corporation has lost more than $3 billion.
To secure the future of the business, the Corporation needs a more flexible and affordable delivery model that allows it to deliver seven days a week and quickly respond to the needs of customers. Without these changes, the significant challenges facing Canada Post will intensify.
Canada Post is committed to protecting what’s most important to employees. The company’s recent global offers ensure current employees don’t lose ground by protecting the defined benefit pension, job security provisions, leave entitlements and health benefits, while proposing
competitive wage increases.
Delivery of socio-economic cheques will continue during a disruption
Canada Post and CUPW have agreed to continue the delivery of socio-economic cheques during any upcoming labour disruption, for eligible and participating government organizations. The agreement ensures government financial assistance delivered by mail will reach seniors and other Canadians who rely on it.
Socio-economic cheques for the month of November will be delivered on November 20. Canadians will receive their cheques the same way they normally receive their mail.
Stay up to date by visiting canadapost.ca/negotiations for the latest information on negotiations and a list of affected locations in the event of labour disruptions.
child has been arrested and requires bail money. They request thousands of dollars. The victim is instructed not to speak to anyone as there is a publication ban on the file.
The fraudster attempts to create a sense of urgency with the grandparent in the hope of eliciting an emotional response. They will often tell the senior not to tell anyone in the family about what is occurring. The fraudster will attempt to convince the grandparent that they need money in a hurry. Some go as far as ordering taxis to take the grandparent to the bank if they no longer drive.
Police will never ask you for money directly to “bail out” a loved one. The Bail process is done through the court system and requires you to attend the courthouse to provide bail.
We’ve had three grandparent scams in our area this month. The fraudsters obtained money from one victim and almost in another. The local Banks often will talk to customers about large withdrawals of cash. They are very good at catching this and have saved a lot of local people from making the mistake of sending thousands of dollars to fraudsters. If you have a friend or loved one whom you think might be vulnerable to such a scam. Please educate them for their own protection.
Local cadets do amazing things
Cadets of 9 Neepawa, Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron (RCACS) participated in the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Campaign in Minnedosa, Manitoba, on Oct. 26,. With Remembrance Day fast approaching, the local cadets have also supported the Poppy Campaign in Neepawa and assisted with placing crosses and Canadian flags on each veteran’s grave at Minnedosa Cemetery.
Sergeant Faith Inkster (center), Parade Commander of 9 RCACS, shared that she enjoyed supporting the Poppy Campaign “because I like helping out in my community. It’s just an amazing thing to do.”
“The Air Cadet Program helped me gain confidence and meet some amazing people. I’ve become a leader in my squadron and my personal life,” said Inkster.
Inkster is “very excited to help the younger cadets become leaders and mentors.” She noted how she can see the Flight Corporals developing and improving already this year. “I’m excited to see where this year takes us.”
“We have onboarded a full complement of staff at 9 RCACS. We are so excited to offer the complete Air Cadet Program this year and really focus on developing positive outdoor experiences,” said Captain Donald Thomson, Commanding Officer of 9 RCACS.
Thomson was very enthusiastic about the multi-squadron overnight weekend activity that took place at Rainbow Beach
Campaign begins for Neepawa Christmas Appeal
Provincial Park in Ochre River, Manitoba, in September. The cadets learned survival and leadership skills alongside four other squadrons from Neepawa, Russell, Strathclair, and Dauphin.
Thomson shared, “Sergeant Inkster has embraced her role as squadron leader and has accepted each task with enthusiasm. She is very responsive, has great communication, and is performing above what is typically asked of someone at her rank.”
Inkster encouraged other local youth to join the squadron because “You can meet so many new people, gain new friends, learn new skills, see new places, and learn more about yourself and the community you are in.”
9 RCACS conducts training on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 24 Hall
located at 425 Brown Avenue in Neepawa. The squadron provides youth from Neepawa, Gladstone, and Minnedosa with weekly training and exciting outdoor activities.
Youth between the ages of 12-18 who are interested in joining the 9 RCACS can do so by visiting Join the Cadet Program - Canada.ca or emailing 9air@ cadets.gc.ca.
Becoming part of the Cadet Program as an adult leader is a choice to serve both your country and your local community. It is easier than you may think and is filled with rewarding opportunities to gain new skills valued not only within the Canadian Armed Forces, but within your existing workplace. No previous military or cadet experience is required.
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the Christmas Appeal Campaign.
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
Keep an eye out in the mail for your chance to give a little joy this Christmas. This week, the Salvation Army Neepawa Community Services began sending out letters for its inaugural Christmas Appeal campaign.
Over the next week or two, you should receive a self addressed envelope through the Post Office, asking for a donation to the local chapter. Community Ministries Director Amanda Naughton-Gale told the Banner & Press that all funds received
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will go directly towards support efforts that stay close to home.
“It helps provide Christmas assistance, helps to keep the food bank stocked and it will provide for some of our other community services. So that includes helping to support the new expansion project and being able to provide other programming once that gets up and running,” stated Naughton-Gale.
“So, this is really our major fundraiser of the year, and we’re just hoping that folks
will be able to donate and help us out in one way or another, that money stays absolutely in Neepawa and surrounding area.”
Another option for donating is on the back of the envelope, in the form of a QR code that can be scanned to allow you to donate online. It will take you to a donation page and you can make a one time donation or set up a monthly donation.
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The team at Salvation Army Neepawa Community Services has been working on its inaugural Christmas Appeal Campaign. Pictured: Amanda Naughton-Gale, director of community ministries, smiles for the camera while holding a set of envelopes. These envelopes are being used for
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The No. 9 Neepawa Cadets at work during one of the many activities they have participated in– such as survival skills activities.
Co-op FUND-spiel is curling for our community Fundraiser held for Neepawa Salvation Army Food Bank
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
Some of the staff with the Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op have proven it is possible to lend your support to a worthy cause and have a whole lot of fun at the same time. In total, 40 people participated on Friday, Nov. 8 in the inaugural Co-op FUND-spiel at the Neepawa Curling Club. The day’s festivities included a round or two curling, as well as a raffle and supper.
All the money raised from the event will be donated to the Neepawa Salvation Army Food Bank. Registrations for the FUND-spiel brought in $2,000, while donations and other supports from the day brought in and additional $510 from the lunch canteen and 50/50. In total, $2,510 was raised from the day.
Co-op’s Marketing & Member Relations Specialist Ally Potrebka, who
aided in the set up of all the day’s activities, told the Banner & Press that the concept was devised by a few of their staff members.
“The idea came from Keith Babcock, our produce manager, as well as our Food Store Manager Dan Soltis and Grocery Manager Dean Smith. Keith and Dean are huge curlers. Over the course of the summer, we saw all these great golf tournaments happening for fundraisers for the community, and they got brainstorming and figured, ‘Why not do something in the winter when there’s less going on
and it brings people into the curling community,” said Potrebka. The idea took off quickly
Bundles of HOPE
By Makenna Sumner NACI HOPE Group
Have you done a recent closet clean out and found some items or bags that you no longer need? If so, the N.A.C.I H.O.P.E.group can help you out as they are creating “Bundles of HOPE” by collecting new or gently used purses, handbags, and backpacks, along with a variety of items to put into the bags.
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The bags will be packed and delivered to people who are accessing Shelters and Resource Centres in the Brandon and Neepawa area. Some items that can be donated for addition to the “Bundles of Hope” are: gently used or new toques, scarves, mitts, gloves, new lip balm, snack items, candy, gum, new socks, new deodorant, new travel size conditioner/shampoo, new brushes/combs,
new makeup, gently used jewelry, notebooks/pens, Mini Kleenex packages, and gift cards in small denominations for fast food restaurants or grocery stores.
Drop off boxes are located at the Neepawa Arts Forward and the N.A.C.I. main office foyer. The Drop-off deadline is Friday, Dec. 6th.
from there, as even those unfamiliar with curling were willing to sign up and help out the Food Bank.
Potrebka added that it also turned into a positive team bonding experience, as a few teams consist of members of different departments, so it was a chance to mingle.
Co-op General Manager Brian Hedley said seeing this type of camaraderie within the Co-op, as well as a willingness to help out a local cause in need, is extremely inspiring.
Community Ministries Director Amanda Naughton-Gale thanked the staff of Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op for thinking of them with this fund-raising effort.
“This is an incredible event for us and the money that is being brought in from this day was not expected. So any sort of extra dollars that are happening, it’s just so generous,” stated Naughton-Gale. “We’re just really blessed that people see that we’re a worthwhile cause, and they really want to do that to support their neighbours.”
“We have a tremendous group [at NeepawaGladstone Coop] and it’s great to see we have a volunteerism club, getting involved with the community in this manner,” said Hedley. “There is a fun sort of team building aspect to all of this, but it’s also helping out locally. All the good that our Food Bank does for our community. We’re privileged and proud to give back as we already do, but to see everyone want to step up even more, in this way. It’s a nice combination.”
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Community Ministries Director Amanda Naughton-Gale and NeepawaGladstone Co-op General Manager Brian Hedley attend the Co-op FUNDspiel on Friday, Nov. 8 at the Neepawa Curling Club.
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Scenes from Remembrance Day services held at Neepawa. Pictured left and middle: Scenes from the public Remembrance Day service held at the Yellowhead Hall in Neepawa on Nov. 11. Pictured far right: On Nov. 6, an early service was held in the recreation room at Kinsmen Kourts II. This was a first time event and was well attended by the residents.
Left: Kelwood Legion hall was pretty much a full house on Nov. 11 for their annual
Service. Those pictured are Dave Winthrop, who lead the service; Connor Dyck, who played the
on trumpet; and guest speaker Royal Canadian Navy veteran Blair Gilmore. The service included laying of wreaths, presenting membership awards and a time of food and visiting.
Above: A Remembrance Day Service took place in Gladstone on Monday in the Stride Hall, commencing at 10:15 a.m. The service was well attended and enhanced by the performance of the Pine Creek Community Band, under the direction of Sean Goerzen, Music Teacher at William Morton Collegiate Institute (WMCI).
Merry Christmas
The Neepawa Banner & Press staff are taking a little bit of an extra (well deserved) holiday this year!
Our office will be closed December 23, 2024 - January 3, 2025
There will be no December 27th and January 3rd issues of the Neepawa Banner & Press.
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Pictured here are scenes from the Remembrance Day services held at Kelwood and Gladstone.
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Tara McCarty wins 2024 Sportsperson of the Year
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
When it comes to giving back to her community, Tara McCarty’s mindset on the matter could be pretty easily summed up with the phrase; ‘lead by example’. That phrase is very appropriate, because the examples of leadership that Tara sets today, were previously set for her by some of Neepawa’s most notable women.
On Saturday, Nov. 9, Tara McCarty was honoured with the 2024 Anne Kuharski Memorial Sportsperson of the Year Award. The award is presented every year during the Neepawa Sports Dinner at the Yellowhead Centre.
McCarty was singled out for this year’s honour due to her commitment to aiding in the organization of several local sports and events. Along with her corole of Billet Coordinator for the Neepawa Titans, McCarty also volunteers for Neepawa Minor Hockey, as a Tournament Coordinator. As well, she helps coach baseball in the summer, teach spin classes year round and started our local boys and girls fit clubs. If that weren’t a busy enough schedule, Tara is also a fulltime nurse at the Neepawa Health Centre, a wife and mother.
A generous local leader
Tara was nominated for the honour by her friend and mentor, Mary Ellen Clark. In her nomination letter to the Neepawa Titans
board, who select the honouree each year, Mary Ellen noted that Tara’s example is inspiring.
“She is a wonderful women, full of energy and continues to promote sports and recreation in our community,” said Clark.
“Giving time and energy to sports and recreation is like a mantra for her. She has leadership qualities and shares so generously with our community.”
Inspired by their example
McCarty was humbled by the recognition. In her acceptance speech, McCarty said she hopes to honour the legacies of Mary Ellen Clark and Anne Kuharski, the two individuals who set the example for her.
“Mary Ellen, I actually remember 12 years ago, we were at an event where you won [the Sportsperson of the Year award], and I said, Holy ****, that lady is cool. I want to be like that one day,” expressed McCarty. “Even now, following in your footsteps, you provide so much mentorship and wisdom, so thank you Mary Ellen.”
McCarty also acknowledged the significance Anne Kuharski had upon her through the years.
Last year, the award was renamed to honour Anne, the former Yellowhead Centre’s building manager and director of operations. She ran the facility from 1999 and 2017, and was a very well regarded and beloved member of our community. She passed away last year at the age of 64.
Speaking with the Ban-
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ner & Press after the presentation, Tara elaborated upon what Anne meant to her, as a mentor and a friend.
“Anne probably was one of my first friends when I moved here. I remember her being at the rink when I moved here 12 years ago, and she was the most kind, compassionate and friendly person. She was an absolute leader, something you wanted to be around,” stated McCarty. “In our community, I think we were very fortunate to have someone like her, who built that foundation and we can continue on that
legacy. She is someone I will never forget.”
McCarty concluded her comments by thanking everyone for this recognition, and acknowledging that she hopes to inspire others to give, as she herself was inspired to do.
The ceremonial plaque that will be placed in the Yellowhead Centre for the Anne Kuharski Memorial Sportsperson of the Year award.
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on Friday, Nov. 8. Members of the team, along with several youth from Neepawa Minor
participated. As for the results, Ty Schell won for Shot Accuracy, Dawson McCann recorded the Hardest Shot and Logan Paquette was the Fastest Skater.
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Pictured: 2024 Sportsperson of the Year Tara McCarty, poses with Mary Ellen Clark.
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Neepawa Titans bested by Niverville
The Neepawa Titans wore special Remembrance Day jerseys during a matinee game against the Niverville Nighthawks on Nov. 11. The Titans were defeated in this game 5-1.
Farmers split weekend games
Results from around the Tiger Hills Hockey League
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
It was a busy weekend for the Neepawa Farmers recently, as they played a pair of games, back to back. Their first contest would see them travel to Rivers on Friday, Nov. 8 to take on their Eastern Division rival, the Jets. In this game Rivers would register goals from five different players, on the way to a 5-0 win. Jets goaltender Riley Lamb earned the shutout victory, stopping all 23 shots he faced. While Nate Braun was tagged with the loss in goal for Neepawa, he did everything he could to keep the Farmers in the game, making 49 saves on the night.
While that was a disappointing way to start the weekend, Neepawa would close it out with some success, defeating the Carberry Plainsmen 5-2 on Saturday, Nov. 9. The Farmers ended up winning in a very similar way to Rivers the previous night, as five different players collected goals for Neepawa.
Bret Levandoski, Kyle McDonald, Garrett Rempel, Shane Byram and
Kyle MacDonald (#17) prepares to send a backhand shot onto the Carberry net, during their Tiger Hills home game on Saturday, Nov. 9. MacDonlad and the Farmers would close the night on top with a 5-2.
Lincoln Murray all contributed goals for Neepawa, with Rempel’s chance actually occurring while the Farmers were killing off a penalty. Goaltender Brad Roncin earned the win, with a 40 save night. Zaine McConnell and Tom Moneyas scored for Carberry in the loss. Those results have the Farmers’ record at 2-1-0 on the year, and in third place in the East. Neepawa’s next two games will be on the road, but they will return to the Yellowhead Centre on Sunday, Dec. 1, when
they once again face the Rivers Jets.
As for the Carberry Plainsmen, it’s been a tough start to the year, as they’ve dropped their first three games. They’ll get a chance to bounce back, however, as they have their home opener for the 2024-25 season scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 16 against the Hartney Blues. Opening face-off will be at 7:30 p.m.
Minnedosa defeat Hartney
A solid third period of play secured a 4-2 win for
the Minnedosa Bombers over the Hartney Blues on Saturday, Nov. 9. The Bombers scored three of their four goals on the night in the last 20 minutes of action. Shane Jury, Cayle Hutlet and Logan Robinson tallied the third period goals, while Zane Sawyer scored the first of the game for Minnedosa on a powerplay mid-way through the second. The win improves the Bombers’ record to 1-10 on the season.
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NACI Tigers defeat Virden in WHSHL action
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
A pair of goal in the last 91 seconds of regulation propelled the NACI Tigers to a wild 9-8 win over the Virden Golden Bears in the Westman High School Hockey League. Wyatt Njegovan and Cohen Kulbacki scored for the Tigers in the waning minutes of the third period, with Kulbacki’s arriving with just 13 seconds left in play on Wednesday, Nov. 6.
These NACI goals capped off a furious and fast paced third period, where a combined eight goals were scored. For the final period, Neepawa collected three of those scores, while Virden
had five, including four unanswered to take the late game lead. Over the course of the game, the Tigers’ scoring remained consistent, as they’d register three goals in every period. The Golden Bears, meanwhile, started slow with just a lone goal in the first and a pair on the second. They would rally in the last 20 minutes, to turn this matchup into a thrilling shootout.
Cohen Kulbacki and Ian Foster led the stat
line for Neepawa, as they both picked up five points on the night. Kulbacki had four goals and an as-
sist, while Foster went the opposite route, with a goal and four assists. The other scorers for the Tigers were, the previously mentioned Njegovan, as well as Hockin Kellen, Brock Pasloski and Kane Lapointe. Virden was led by Dexen Routledge, who had a seven point performance (3 goals - 4 assists). Hunter Andries (2G - 4A) and Beckham Clarke (1G -4A), also contributed in notable way for the Golden Bears.
Explaining the Hamilton Street expansion
Neepawa holds first Town Council meeting for November
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
The first meeting of the month for the Town of Neepawa included a quick review for everyone on what we should expect from our new hospital road. As an extension to the public meeting hosted by Prairie Mountain Health on Oct. 24, discussing the new Neepawa Health Centre, Town administration elaborated on some details specific to the adjacent road during a Council meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
The Hamilton Street extension will connect to the existing road and feature a roundabout/traffic circle. The roundabout is designed to a semi clarification, which means large vehicles such as semi trucks, will be able to operate on this road without issue. The traffic circle will have a bump curve, similar to the one designed in Portage la Prairie. It is designed in such a way as that wheels can go over the curve without incident.
A new road connecting to Highway #16 will also be installed and connects to the circle.
“It’s not going to be a dangerous intersection. We’re going to have protected turns in, out, merge, acceleration, deceleration lanes. So there are some big upgrades planned for
2025,” said Manager of Operations Denis Saquet.
Mayor and Councilor updates
Mayor Brian Hedley provided an update on a Provincial Municipal Justice Advisory Committee meeting held in October.
The gathering consisted of municipal leaders and Manitoba Justice discussing public safety and the influx of rural crime incidents.
As well Hedley shared details on the introduction of the Community Safety Officers Program.
This project sees safety officers work in collaboration with regular police members to enhance public safety by implementing crime prevention strategies and initiative. It is being currently operated in Portage la Prairie and Thompson.
Addition discussion looked at the purchase of body-cams for RCMP officers, the tightening of rules for purchasing machetes or long blade items and current collective bargaining with RCMP in Manitoba.
Closer to home, Hedley noted that in a recent meeting at Evergreen Technologies, a new landfill cell has been completed, at a cost of around $800,000. With that, it is a good time to remind everyone to watch out for the contamination of recycling materials with
standard garage. Garbage going to the blue bins creates a greater cost for everyone. If you are in any way unsure if it can or cannot be recycled, proceed on the side of caution and place it in the garbage.
Between Oct. 21 and Oct. 28, Brandon City Police were at the Neepawa Airport for training exercises.
Councillor Lisa Pottinger congratulated the owners of Tsibog Eatery and Catering in Neepawa on their official grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 2.
Councillor Jason Nadeau notified council and administration of an Oct. 16 meeting of Westlake Employment. As well, Nadeau attend a meeting of the Westman Regional Library Board. He said the budget for 2025 should be approved shortly and will likely include a 7.56 per cent overall budget increase. That will be a $14.15 per capita increase across the region. Per capita is defined as ‘relating or applied to each person’. In terms of Neepawa’s contribution to the board, that total is $80,443.
In regard to our local Library, Nadeau commented on the increase in open hours on Saturdays and Thursday evening. The change in hours occurred in October. Councilor Darryl
Gerrard asked a followup question related to the increased hours and if there has been a notable increase in book checkouts or traffic, in relation to the extra cost. Nadeau did not have any specific number on that just yet, but that the feedback was positive.
Councillor Yvonne Sisley shared that Park at Dark, a Hallowewen related event held at Riverbend Park, was well received. In total just over 200 kids were part of the family oriented festivities.
Sisley, along with other council and administration were in Winnipeg on Oct. 28 for several meetings at the Legislature. One notable meeting was with the First Responders that were honoured with the Order of the Buffalo Hunt, in relation to their service during the Carberry and area bus crash in 2023. She commended those who were honoured.
On Oct. 30, there was a community brain storming event held at the Town Office related to the creation of some type of local festival or event. Finally, Sisley referenced new sign created by Economic Development Officer Marlyn Crewe for empty storefront windows in the downtown. The concept came out of the Your town Rising meeting, held in the fall. The idea is to show-
With this impressive win, the NACI Tigers improved their regular season record to 2-2-0, and places them in a tie for fifth place with Swan Valley in the WHSHL standings. The next home game for Neepawa will be on Friday, Nov. 15, when they host the Boissevain Broncos. Start time at the Yellowhead Centre is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.
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case the potential of these storefronts for new business opportunities.
Deputy Mayor Murray Parrott expressed his pleasure with the information provided during their recent meetings at the Legislature. He felt it should warrant some positive outlooks for the future between the Province and municipalities. He also shared his gratitude to administration and staff in Neepawa for their efforts in those sessions.
Manager of Operations
Denis Saquet reminded people that the yard waste collection program will only pick up the paper bags and will leave plastic bags there.
“If you rake your leaves and put them in a plastic bag, those bags are staying there. Staff has been directed to leave them there, and the reason is that over the years we have spent far too much time ripping those bags open,” said Saquet.
About 300 metres of additional water main has been extended along Gill Drive, from the highway up to the corner where Neepawa Plumbing and Heating is located. Three new commercial hydrants have been spaced out along that new section.
Paving of a block of road on Hamilton was completed
Oct. 31. Unfortunately, a water leak in the basement of a nearby business occurred, so a hole to fix the issue had to be put into the new section of street.
Misc.
• The Town of Neepawa and Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation (MIT) have renewed their snow removal deal for 2024/25. MIT will pay the Town $10,182 on Mountain Avenue (PTH 16) to Commerce Street to remove snow from the road.
Nov. 7, 2024 - Ladies’ High Single & Triple: Elsie Slimmon 266 & 627. Men’s High Single: Russ Taylor 258. Men’s High Triple: Merv Bohn 585. Other Good Scores: Merv Bohn 200, 162, 223; Janice Absteiter 170; Russ Taylor 152, 159; Frank Porada 170; Caroline Harding 150, 162; Iain Greig 190; Vivian Oswald 151, 179, 153; Judy Gabler 155; Eleanor Scott 184; Darrell Gabler 183, 158, 198; Carole LeBoutillier 150, 262, 186; Chuck Morden 162; Elsie Slimmon 211, 150.
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The NACI Tigers played Virden on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at the Yellowhead Centre in Neepawa. The Tigers would win on this night 9-8.
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In Loving Memory of Nettie Maria Dagg
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Thank You
We the family of Irene Besser would like to thank everyone for the overwhelming and ongoing support and love shown to our family since Mom's passing. The cards, visits, food, flowers, and donations made and all the memories shared are greatly appreciated. Thanks to everyone who attended Mom's service. It was wonderful to see so many family, friends and neighbours from our community. Thank you to Pastor Vospers for conducting Mom's service just how Mom requested it and for all the comforting words and support to our family. Thanks to Mrs. Gabler and Susan for providing the music. Thanks to the ladies for serving lunch and providing the dainties and all those who helped set up and clean up after lunch. We express our gratitude to Country Meadows PCH for the compassionate care they gave to Mom. It truly was home to her. We will never forget all that was done for Mom. With deepest gratitude The Besser Family
An Expression of Gratitude
With the passing of our father, Nic Fedorowich, we would like to thank some very special people during the latter years of Dad’s life. Firstly, to Dr. Robert Poettcker, Dad’s long standing physician in Neepawa, and Doctors Hanna and Gooden who took over care with his move to Hamiota.
Next, a warm thank you to the residents of Park Residence, who welcomed Dad, involved and engaged him. A truly special community that took care of their own. And with that Karen Matiation and the home care staff who looked after Dad, not to forget Carl, who was always checking in, and Tammy who visited from his move to Hamiota through to his time at Birch Lodge. And then Birch Lodge. We cannot adequately express our deepest appreciation for the care given to Dad. The dietary staff that made institutional living much better than it could have been. The nursing staff that cared for him, and plain old spent the time to visit when no one else could, despite the fact that they had too much else to do. And a very special thank you to Ben. He and Dad had a bond that helped fill his days when the Boys were not around.
Thank you to all for your cards and words of support, they will always remain deeply appreciated. I am sure that we have missed thanking some that quietly helped without us even knowing….and to those of course, Thank You.
The Fedorowich Family
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Obituary
Nona Marie Shevshenko (Vinnell)
It is with deep sadness that the family of Nona Marie Shevshenko (Vinnell), resident of Brandon, MB and formally from Franklin, MB announce her peaceful passing on November 1, 2024 at the age of 85 years at the Brandon General Hospital in Brandon, MB. Nona was born on October 26th, 1939 and was the eldest daughter born to Lottie and Murray Vinnell of Franklin, Manitoba.
Weldon Murray Fehr
Weldon Murray Fehr passed away at Country Meadows Care Home in Neepawa on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at the age of 90 years.
A Celebration of his Life will take place on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 2pm at the Gladstone United Church.
If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to: Big Grass Community Foundation, Box 497, Gladstone, MB.
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UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF THE PLANNING ACT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
On the date and at the time and location shown below, a PUBLIC HEARING will be held to receive representations from any persons who wish to make them in respect to the following matter:
MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH CYPRESS-LANGFORD BY-LAW NO. 4-2024
being an AMENDMENT to the MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH CYPRESS-LANGFORD ZONING BY-LAW NO. 07-2022, as amended.
HEARING LOCATION:
Council Chambers, 316 – 4th Avenue, Carberry, Manitoba
DATE & TIME:
December 9th, 2024 at 10:00 am
GENERAL INTENT OF BY-LAW NO. 4-2024
To rezone a 22 acre portion of NE 01-11-13WPM from “A/R” Agricultural/Rural District to “RR10” Rural Residential District. AREA AFFECTED: Part of NE 01-11-13WPM, in the Municipality of North Cypress-Langford as shown in a heavy broken line on the map below.
FOR INFORMATION CONTACT:
Cypress Planning District, 122 Main Street, Carberry, Manitoba Phone: 204-834-6618
For more Information contact:
Rachel Andrews, Development Officer at the Cypress Planning District Phone (204) 834-6618 or Teresa Parker, CAO of the Municipality of North Cypress – Langford Phone (204) 834-6600
A copy of the above proposal and supporting material may be inspected at the location noted above during normal office hours, Monday to Friday. Copies may be made and extracts taken therefrom, upon request.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES MUNICIPALITY OF GLENELLA-LANSDOWNE
Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 11th day of December, 2024, at the hour of 1:30 PM, at Glenella Community Hall, 100 Ray Street, Glenella, Manitoba, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties:
9100 AT ARDEN AND BEING: LOT 2 BLOCK 11 PLAN 237 NLTO IN E 1/2 13-15-14 WPM - 202 LORNE AVE, ARDEN
206800 LOT 2 PLAN 6377 NLTO SUBJECT TO SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS TO MINES MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS PARTICULARLY DEFINED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN SW 1/4 22-18-13 WPM - 52/53-105 LOKIER STREET N, GLENELLA
The tax sale is subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property:
• The purchaser of the property will be responsible for any unpaid municipal utilities and any property taxes not yet due.
• The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and costs.
• If the purchaser intends to bid by proxy, a letter of authorization form must be presented prior to the start of the auction.
• The Municipality makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold.
• The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or bank draft to the Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne as follows:
i) The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR
ii) If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within 20 days of the sale; AND
iii) A fee in the amount $500.85 ($477 + GST) for preparation of the transfer of title documents. The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title documents in the land titles office, including the registration costs.
• The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction.
• The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.
• If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.
Dated this 8th day of November, 2024.
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Heritage Co-op is accepting applications for the position of MEAT MANAGER
at our Food Store located in Erickson, MB Kindly visit our website for more information. www.heritageco-op.crs
FOODS
Industrial Butcher (NOC 94141)
Why join our team?
HyLife is a global leader in food processing, with a vision to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we are currently expanding our team and have exciting career opportunities at 623 Main St. Neepawa, MB. We are actively seeking to fill 150 positions.
The current starting wage is $16.45/hour with incremental increases to $24.60/hour based on tenure as per our Collective Agreement
Quick Facts:
• Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world
• Fully integrated facility –Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant
• 2500+ employees worldwide
• We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment
What we can offer you:
• Competitive Wage
• Vacation: 10 working days of paid vacation as per our collective bargaining agreement
• Comprehensive Benefits package – health coverage, dental plan, vision care, long-term disability, and pension plan
• Permanent full-time employment (74-80 hours per bi-weekly)
• PM Shift Premium
• Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression
• Employee Referral program - $500!
• Free parking
• Company events
• And more!!!!
Your duties may include:
• Slaughter, eviscerate, and mark hogs for further processing;
• Debone edible parts and remove inedible organs for parts;
• Cut pork carcasses into primal cuts for further processing, cutting, or packaging for local, national, and international premium markets.
We are looking for people who are:
• Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role
• Capable of repetitive manual tasks and standing for long periods of time
• Open to working in colder/warmer environments
• Minimum of one (1) to seven (7) months experience in meat cutting or slaughter or completed a program in Industrial Meat cutting
• Completion of Secondary school or equivalent experience
• Able to effectively communicate in English
HyLife is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those who identify as a member of the following groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Older workers, Veterans, and Visible minorities.
Ways to apply:
Online at http://hylife.com/careers/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. Fax to: 204.476.3791 | Email to: jobs@hylife.com |
In Person at 623 Main ST. E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 For inquiries contact: Phone: 204.476.3393
HyLife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.
Be a part of the HyLife experience
– your journey starts here!
We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted
Help Wanted
The Rural Municipality of Alonsa is inviting applications for the position of: PART-TIME LANDFILL ATTENDANT
FOODS
Industrial Plant Cleaner (NOC 65312)
Why join our team?
HyLife is a global leader in food processing, with a vision to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we are currently expanding our team and have exciting career opportunities at 623 Main St. Neepawa, MB. We are actively seeking to fill 10 positions.
The current starting wage is $22.20/hour with incremental increases to $23.55/hour based on tenure as per our Collective Agreement
Quick Facts:
• Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world
• Fully integrated facility –Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant
• 2500+ employees worldwide
• We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment
What we can offer you:
• Competitive Wage
• Vacation: 10 working days of paid vacation as per our collective bargaining agreement
• Comprehensive Benefits package – health coverage, dental plan, vision care, long-term disability, and pension plan
• Permanent full-time employment (74-80 hours per bi-weekly)
• PM Shift
• Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression
• Employee Referral program - $500!
• Free parking
• Company events
• And more!!!!
Your duties may include:
• Cleaning and sanitizing butcher and slaughter production areas and everything in between to ensure top-quality food safety standards.
• Operating cleaning equipment like high-pressure hoses to clean production equipment.
• Using cleaning chemicals with respect and following Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Ensuring all Quality Assurance checks are performed.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area throughout the facility.
• Collaborating as a team to meet tight deadlines, ensuring production floors operate on time.
We are looking for people who are:
• Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role. Capable of bending, lifting, and climbing.
• Available to work an 8-hour Night Shift from MondayFriday, between 11:15 PM to 9:00 AM
• Capable of repetitive manual tasks and standing for long periods of time
• Capable of working in diverse environments, including exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and odors
• Minimum of one (1) to seven (7) months experience in sanitation, or industrial cleaning, or heavy-duty cleaning
• Completion of Secondary school or equivalent experience
• Able to effectively communicate in English
• At least 18 years old to meet the minimum age requirement
HyLife is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those who identify as a member of the following groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Older workers, Veterans, and Visible minorities.
Ways to apply: Online at http://hylife.com/careers/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. Fax to: 204.476.3791 | Email to: jobs@hylife.com | In Person at 623 Main ST. E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0
For inquiries contact: Phone: 204.476.3393
H yL ife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.
Be a part of the HyLife experience – your journey starts here!
We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted
The successful applicant will work in a unionized environment as a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 987, and will be hired in accordance with the terms outlined in the Collective Agreement.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Opening and closing the landfill site(s) according to the scheduled hours of operation
• Remaining on site during scheduled hours • Maintaining the landfill site in accordance with the Municipality of Alonsa’s specifications
• Providing excellent customer service to the ratepayers of the Municipality of Alonsa
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Access to a vehicle, as travel to various landfill sites throughout the day is necessary. This vehicle must also have the towing capability for a small garbage trailer is required.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
• The successful candidate will be required to obtain the Landfill Operations Basics Certificate Mileage, cell phone reimbursement, wages, hours, and working conditions will be as per the Collective Agreement.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should submit a resume no later than 4:00 PM on Tuesday, November 26th, 2024 to: CAO Tami Dumanske
Rural Municipality of Alonsa P.O. Box 127 Alonsa, MB R0H 0A0 or Fax: (204) 767-2044 or Email: cao@rmofalonsa.com
For further information, please call (204) 767-2054
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Rural Municipality of Alonsa.
The Rural Municipality of Alonsa is inviting applications for the position of: PART-TIME OFFICE ASSISTANT
The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications:
• Grade 12 Education;
• Secretarial, accounting and computer skills;
• Good people skills and telephone etiquette;
• Good oral and written communication skills;
• Experience using Microsoft Word & Excel;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Ability to multi-task, handle stress and work under deadlines;
• Experience using accounting software would be an asset;
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a municipal office or similar office setting would be an asset.
- This position will mainly be afternoons from 1:00 to 4:30 PM;
- The successful candidates will be expected to take any professional upgrading that may be required.
- Tentative Start Date: As soon as available to start - Wage based on experience and qualifications
- Application Deadline: November 26, 2024 at 4:00 PM
Interested applicants should submit their resume with references to:
CAO Tami Dumanske The Rural Municipality of Alonsa P.O. Box 127 Alonsa, MB R0H 0A0 or Fax: 204-767-2044 or Email: rmalonsa@inetlink.ca For further information, please call Tami at 204-767-2054
Only those applicants who are awarded an interview will be contacted. If a suitable candidate is not found, the deadline for applications will be automatically be extended until the position is filled.
Thank you for your interest in seeking employment with the RM of Alonsa.
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Are you ready for winter driving? CAA Manitoba shares winter weather readiness tips
Submitted Manitoba Caa
As the cold weather begins to roll in, CAA Manitoba (CAA MB) is encouraging Manitobans to prepare themselves and their vehicles accordingly for the winter season.
“All too often, motorists wait until the first snowfall before preparing their vehicles for winter driving,” says Nadia Matos, manager, external communications for CAA Manitoba. “Now is the time to get your winter tires on and check that your car battery will last the winter months. Even a fully charged battery can lose power when the temperature dips below 0° Celsius.”
CAA Manitoba has compiled a list of winter readiness tips for Manitobans to help them prepare for the winter season.
•Install winter tires for better traction – On cold and snowy roads winter tires can help reduce your breaking distance by up to 25 per cent. Members can call CAA before Nov. 15 to have our mobile tire service change them for you at home for a fee.
•Test your car battery - If necessary, replace it before it fails. Even a fully charged battery can lose up to 30 per cent charge in temperatures below zero. CAA Manitoba will test Members’ batteries free of cost during a service call.
•Ensure you have an emergency car kit – Your kit should have water, non-perishable food, jumper cables, blankets, a flashlight, batteries, waterproof matches, candles, and cat litter to help create traction under your tires. Add extra mitts, hats, socks and footwear to your emergency kit.
•Have your brakes checked
- If you’ve noticed any change in the feel of your brakes, or if they’re squealing or grinding, it may be time to have them serviced. With black ice and unpredictable weather, having good brakes can mean the difference between stopping and sliding.
•Check your block heaterWhen you park– is your outdoor plug drawing power? Is your extension cord working with no missing prongs or exposed wires?
•Check your lighting system
- Make sure all your interior and exterior lights are working. For safe driving, ensure your headlights are aimed correctly.
•Top up your fluids - Keep extra fluid in your trunk. Make sure it’s rated for -40ºC. Don’t let your gas drop below half full.
•Inspect your wiper blade
– Check the condition of your blades if you notice streaking on the windshield. Check for fraying or cracking and remove worn wiper blades and replace them with new ones.
•Ensure you have the appropriate winter tools - Keep
an ice scraper, small shovel and snow brush handy in your car at all times.
While it’s important to make sure your vehicle is ready to go, it’s also important for drivers and passengers to be prepared in case of an emergency or if you are stranded.
Some additional ways to be prepared include:
•Have a cell phone battery bank and keep it on you, as well as a charging cable that connects your phone to your vehicle.
•Download and register for the CAA app and keep your CAA membership card in your wallet or vehicle so you always know how to contact CAA Manitoba if you are stranded.
•Check Manitoba 511.ca for road conditions and closures if you head into a rural area.
•Always tell your loved ones where you plan to go and what your route is before leaving on a longer trip in your vehicle.
“Member safety is always our top priority at CAA Manitoba,” says Matos. “There’s no better time than the present to ensure you, your loved ones and your vehicle are ready to drive safely this winter season.”
For more information about driving safely in winter conditions, please visit our Safe Winter Driving page at caamanitoba.com.
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Opinion: The elephant sneezed
By Cam Dahl Manitoba Pork Council
Pierre Elliott Trudeau once noted that living next to the United States is “like sleeping with an elephant. No matter how friendly and even-tempered is the beast, one is affected by every twitch and grunt.” On Nov. 5, the elephant did more than twitch, it sneezed, and Canada is likely to catch a cold. The electorate south of the border has voted and the impact is going to reverberate throughout the Canadian economy, including or even especially, in agriculture.
In some ways it does not really matter which party won the White House and Congress. Protectionism is on the rise in the U.S., and I don’t see Canada being prepared to respond.
President Trump called for massive tariffs on the campaign trail. In the past, he has threatened to rip up the Canada – U.S. – Mex-
ico Agreement (CUSMA, the former NAFTA). VicePresident Harris was one of only 10 Senators to vote against CUSMA when the agreement was ratified. She has stated that the CUSMA agreement made it far too easy for companies to outsource jobs and that she would use the 2026 CUSMA review to address her concerns.
Strategic plan should be first step Now we know which version of protectionism we are facing. Mr. Trump will be President again. He has vowed to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. by applying tariffs to imported products. He is also tying political goals to U.S. market access. For example, increased defense spending by Canada is likely going to be a condition of ongoing Presidential support for CUSMA. Agriculture, particularly dairy, is going to be a target for U.S. negotiators.
How is Canada going to respond?
The first step would be to have a strategic plan for agriculture and food trade going into the 2026 CUSMA review. I cannot find evidence of the existence of such a plan. The Government of Canada has a responsibility to call together farmers, processors, and provincial governments to develop a strategic response to U.S. policy makers who are calling for limits on agriculture and food trade. There can be no further delay.
What are the key elements that need to be included in this strategic plan for agriculture and food trade? The first component is that we must not be trading off one commodity group or region of the country to protect others. We saw the potential for this to occur when the Chinese government instituted an investigation into canola exports from Canada, as a response to Canadian tariffs on electric vehicles,
aluminum, and steel.
Limit
political uncertainty
Second, Canada needs to stress the benefits to U.S. national security that are created by our open trade. In an uncertain world, agriculture and food trade can be used as a weapon in political disagreements between countries. Canada and the U.S. are each other’s largest market for food and agricultural products. We need to be able to demonstrate to U.S. negotiators that this trade will not be threatened by diplomatic disputes, something that may happen when trading outside of North America. It is in the national security interest of both countries to secure trade between us and to limit any political uncertainty within the North American market.
Third, Canada needs to be ready to demonstrate the cost to U.S. consumers that will result from growing
Beautiful Plains Archives: Neepawa 12U Girls fastball team in 1980
protectionism. For example, recent changes to U.S. country of origin labelling regulations will discriminate against Canadian pigs, cattle, and red meat exports. This will introduce new costs into the North American supply chain, which in turn will raise the price for consumers and lower the return for farmers. Why is the Government of Canada not aggressively pushing back on this legislation? At a minimum, we should be advocating for alternative means of informing consumers while protecting the integrated North American market, “a product of North America” label for example.
Cost on both sides of the border
Fourth, going into the CUSMA review, Canada must stress the importance of unified national standards. We have negotiated a trade agreement with the United States of America, not with 50 individual states. Recent actions from state governments have reached beyond their own jurisdictions. For example, Proposition 12 in California not only sets out the conditions under which animals will be raised in the State, but imposes conditions on other jurisdictions, including Canada. Other states are contemplating similar measures. Moving away from national standards will be a further fragmenting force on North American trade and will cost consumers and farmers on both sides of the border.
Finally, Canada must be speaking with a common voice across governments, industry, and farmers. Many voices delivering the same message to Washington and State Capitols throughout the U.S., which gets back to the importance of calling all stakeholders together to develop a national trade strategy for agriculture and food trade. Time is of the essence.
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE BEAUTIFUL PLAINS ARCHIVES
This was the Neepawa Girls 12 and Under fastball team in 1980. The photo is dated to June of that year. Pictured here, starting in the back row, left to right: Crystal Van Buskirk, Connie Kines, Jody Brown, Neysa Fulford, March McElmon, Jody Nesbitt and Shelley Jessen. Front: Jackie Clarke, Kathy Yerex, Koren Kines, Patti McElmon, Myrna Johnson and Elaine McCracken. Also pictured is coach Daune Yerex. One individual is missing. This would be coach Lorne Kines.
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