April 04, 2025 - Neepawa Banner & Press

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By Joshua Jackson

A beloved Neepawa Reverend is leaving the community for a higher calling, to serve in Saskatchewan.

Reverend Chad McCharles was recently elected as Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Saskatoon and is departing the community to perform his obligation.

Rev. McCharles said he began his journey in Ministry in 2006, just five days after his daughter Amy was born.

“My wife Dawn and I left our life in Brandon, the bakery business we operated with her parents, our home and everything we owned, along with our two-year-old son Jacob, and moved to Winnipeg to attend St. John’s Anglican Seminary at the University of Manitoba. In 2008, I was ordained a transitional deacon just before taking up the challenge of being the rector of the five-point Prairie Mountain Parish, which consisted of Neepawa, Minnedosa, Bethany, Gladstone, and Kelwood, which I served for five years.”

Rev. McCharles would then move on to serve other parishes but returned to Neepawa to help launch The Neepawa United-Anglican Shared Ministry (NUASM) in 2020, which he saw as one of the highlights of his time here in Neepawa.

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Dream Ride and partners raising funds for pocket park

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

A ‘pocket sized’ addition will be made to Neepawa’s downtown in the near future. Officially dubbed the Gill & Schmall Dream Ride Park, the pending project is a wheelchair and walkingaid accessible ‘pocket park’. The pocket park will be a community space located in the partial lot beside Gill & Schmall, located on Main Street.

A lasting monument

“[This pocket park is] something nice for the community. People have been so great with supporting the dream ride, so we (Gary and I) wanted to put something in our community for all to use,” said Marsha Forgue, who co-organizes Dream Ride with her husband, Gary Forgue. “We’re very excited. This has been in the works since last summer… So it’s an idea that’s coming to life now.”

Marsha added that the early response has been positive, stating, “There’s been a lot of people happy

that this is happening.”

The land for the pocket park is being provided by project partner Don Schmall, of Gill & Schmall. Schmall owns the aforementioned lot, and was approached by the Forgues last year to share their pitch.

“Gary and Marsha have done a lot of work on Dream Ride for a number of years; I think it’s something that is important for our community. This park will probably give it more visibility, and it’s also something that will be a lasting monument for the community. And we’re

hoping that the people in the community will use it,” said Schmall. “You need park-like settings even in the downtown areas of communities so that people can come downtown and enjoy the downtown area.”

Due to cost and other considerations, the land will not be subdivided or change ownership.

“That gets a little complicated, so our purpose is just to dedicate it to a park and we’ll leave it as a park forever and a day,” Schmall enthused.

An official blueprint for

the layout could not be shared at this time. However, it is currently planned that the pocket park will be built to use approximately one third of the available space. Additionally, it is expected to have inclusive seating and some flowerbeds. The Dream Ride bench made during last year’s R.A.F.T. event at ArtsForward will also be a fixture.

Landscaping to prepare the lot for this development was completed courtesy of Gill & Schmall last fall.

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PHOTO BY CASPER WEHRHAHN

A portion of the empty lot beside Gill & Schmall in Neepawa will become the home of a new community space in the near future.

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Reverend Chad McCharles.

Practical nursing will continue in Neepawa

Tariff uncertainty big topic at Neepawa meeting

Assiniboine College confirms program’s return in early 2027

Pictured here is the building at which the Assiniboine College’s two-year Practical Nursing diploma program takes place in Neepawa.

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

On Thursday, Mar. 27, Assiniboine College announced that its’ Practical Nursing diploma program will return to Neepawa in January 2027. This is a 2-year program that prepares people to be a licensed practical nurse (LPNs), who can provide care in hospitals, and personal care homes.

This will be the second time this course will be taught in Neepawa, as the inaugural program launched back in early 2024. It is located in the former RCMP building at 239 Mill Street, which underwent a multi-million dollar renovation to accommodate the college program.

In the media release announcing the return to Neepawa, along with the establishment of a new course in Steinbach, Assiniboine President Mark Frison spoke highly of both communities.

“Every year, we are proud to offer our Practical Nurs -

ing program in many communities across Manitoba. Rural sites, like these in Steinbach and Neepawa, are integral to our mission to meet provincial and regional healthcare needs,” said Frison. “We’re looking forward to bringing this program to those in the Steinbach area, and back to Neepawa—both growing communities with growing healthcare needs.”

Practical Nursing is Assiniboine’s single largest program and is currently being delivered in 11 communities across Manitoba, which includes permanent sites in Brandon, Winnipeg, Dauphin, and Portage la Prairie.

Welcome news for Neepawa

Mayor Brian Hedley noted that the town has been actively advocating for a second turn at hosting LPN training. He said receiving the confirmation that it will return is a true positive for the community.

[Assiniboine College’s] commitment to formally

scheduling Neepawa as part of the rural rotating site program for January 2027 is welcome news and an exciting, positive step,” stated Hedley.

As for the one year hiatus in between the end of the current course, which is set for January 2026 and start of the new program, Hedley indicated that they are working on a few ideas for the space.

“Although our advocacy efforts did not result in running a successive session, we are pleased to receive confirmation for a January 2027 intake. With this confirmed, we have shifted our focus and have already started to explore potential short term health workforce training opportunities that could be held in the Neepawa Training Centre in between LPN sessions.”

Applications are currently open for both Steinbach and Neepawa. Those interested in more information about the program can visit assiniboine.net/nursing.

By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner & Press

Monday March 25 was the selected day for a visit from Manitoba Chamber of Commerce. Chuck Davidson, President and CEO of the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC) spent a couple of hours in discussion with members of the Neepawa Chamber of Commerce. As can be readily guessed, the main topic was the effects of the US induced tariff war on Manitoba farms and businesses.

Davidson had several points including Trump proofing Manitoba by eliminating inter-provincial trade barriers. “It’s time to take down the barriers,” said Davidson. He said we need to support Canadian steel for one example.

According to Davidson, Manitoba sends about $18Billion in goods to the US and buys about $21Billion from the US. He emphasized that the Canadian-US-Mexico trade agreement needs to

be followed and that would reduce the effects or tariffs.

The agreement was actually negotiated by President Donald Trump in his first term.

The meeting participant reps from the Neepawa Chamber provided Davidson with several examples of how their respective sector

might be affected by tariffs. Most felt that having Canada apply counter tariffs would actually cost Canadians even more money. That said, the prevailing mood of the Neepawa meeting was that they simply don’t know what the tariffs will be or how they will be applied.

PHOTO BY RRAIN PRIOR

Chuck Davidson, President and CEO of the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce, met with Neepawa Chamber members and local media outlets on Mar. 31.

PHOTO BY CASPER WEHRHAHN

1975: Local hockey teams face the Calgary Flames

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

125 years ago, Wednesday, April 4, 1900

Note: The entries for 1900 are from The Neepawa Register, as The Press for that year is not fit for regular handling.

The largest hog ever killed at Gordon & Ironsides’ abattoir, Winnipeg, was shipped from Neepawa last week by Hamilton Bros. It was a Berkshire bought from J. A. McGill, and weighed 800 pounds.

Arden: Lumber, etc., is being placed on the ground preparatory to building sheds for the Presbyterian and Methodist churches, which will fill a long felt want.

Glenholm: We are losing some of our neighbours this spring. I. H. Gibson has gone to Neepawa, George Chambers has gone to Arden and W. S. Burton is going to Bear Creek. We are sorry to see them go as they are all good neighbours.

100 years ago, Friday, April 3, 1925

Arden: After taking

a course in telegraphy, Arthur Ford came home from Winnipeg to attend the farming operations for a season.

Eden: Miss Rutledge returned on Monday from Neepawa to resume her teaching duties.

Arden: George Smith and Gordon arrived Monday with loads of furniture, having travelled about 70 miles from near Kinosota, starting out last Friday and encountering all the difficulties imaginable. They moved to their farm at Neepawa on Wednesday.

McCreary: Miss Margaret Gosswell has secured the Bracken school and started to teach on Apr. 1. This school has been closed for the winter months.

Edrans: At the Easter service in Edrans village, Apr. 12, souvenir cards are to be presented to everyone who attends. These have been designed and printed especially for this occasion, which is the last Easter gathering under the auspices of Methodist and Presbyterian churches of Canada. With the birth of United Church of Canada

The Calgary Flames journeyed to Neepawa for a pair of games against local competition in April of 1975, losing both games by decisive scores. The Alberta visitors were to play a series of eight games in the Westman area before returning home. Pictured above is the combinaton 13 and 14 year-old team that met the Flames in action. No names were listed with the photo.

(Editor’s note: While we are all familar with the NHL’s version of the Calgary Flames, which relocated from Atlanta in 1980, this version we are speaking about is actually from the Calgary Minor Hockey, and was named ‘the Flames’ before their more famous counterparts.)

on June 10th, Edrans circuit is expected to undergo a complete transformation.

The front of the Simpson block, recently vacated by Alguire Bros., has been altered for the convenience of the new tenant, the cooperative egg and poultry marketing association. The entrance door has been

This advertisement for The Neepawa Trading Company was in the Apr. 4, 1900 edition of the Neepawa Register.

placed in the centre instead of at the corner. Now for business.

75 years ago, Thursday, April 6, 1950

The winner of the Friendship Club quilt was Mrs. J. B. Jackson of Eden.

Norgate: At approximately 3:00 a.m. Sunday, fire destroyed the store and dwelling of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Zalsiniak. Mr. Zalsiniak was awakened when sparks settled on his face. He and his wife and baby managed to escape the building.

50 years ago, Thursday, April 3, 1975

Kelwood: Walter Smith, who is employed in the North West Territories, was home for a few days last week. Visiting with Walter, Gwen and the girls during the stormy week were Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hart and Greg of Esponola, Ont.

20 years ago, Monday, April 4, 2005

Neepawa’s SAAN store–closed at the end of March–may be getting a new lease on life.

The man who spearheaded Polonia’s Little Valley Jamboree is being recognized with the Premier’s Volunteer Service award.

Rod Lewandoski of Clanwilliam hatched the fundraising idea eight years ago, and it’s been providing

good music and money for good causes ever since.

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.

But he was wounded and bruised for our sins. He was beaten that we might have peace; he was lashed—and we were healed! We—every one of us—have strayed away like sheep! We, who left God’s paths to follow our own. Yet God laid on him the guilt and sins of every one of us! Isaiah 53:5-6 (The Living Bible)

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Perspectives

By Chad Carpenter Tundra

Canada needs a leader who can build a bigger Canada

Conservative Party of Canada leader Pierre Poilievre is holding daily rallies across Canada. Attendance is over 2,500 at every one. According to reports, the rally in Winnipeg had 3,500 people attending. Ironically, or perhaps as expected, the Canadian Broadcast Corporation (CBC) is downplaying the numbers. In comparison, Mark Carney’s rally in St. John’s was reported to be around 1,650 by the Liberals, but the crowd photo looked to be less than 500.

I say, as expected, as CBC is totally opposed to Poilievre as he has promised to cut the funding to the CBC. I can agree with that as the CBC gets $1.3billon each year from the federal government. Between the CBC and the Canada postal system, the drain on the taxpayers is over $2 billion per year with no end in sight.The CBC is so biased against the conservative side and so cuddled up the liberal side that it is annoying to say the least.

In the past few years, the Liberals made a lot of errors in managing the COVID-19 pandemic, they committed about $50 billion into electric car battery plants and they put a tariff on Chinese EVs when we don’t even make EVs in Canada. That tariff triggered crippling tariffs against Canadian pork and canola. If you just review these few categories, you can see many reasons the Liberals should not be re-elected. Their policies have been not only misguided, they have been self serving.

Justin Trudeau got elected for two basic reasons. One, he promised to legalize marijuana and promised to talk nicer than Stephen Harper so as to attract voters that had a hate-on for Stephen Harper. I used to know Stephen Harper, having met and

Right in the Centre

Ken Waddell

And this one’s for me!

Over the decades, I have created and assembled countless quilts: all sizes; crib, single, double, queen, and cuddle. My very first one was sewn out of Fortrel, the indestructible fabric of the late sixties and seventies. It was the perfect material to work with, enough stretch to make the corners meet! The backing was/is a cosy brushed synthetic. Finished in the late sixties that sucker is a good as new!

“ When an election is called, the ‘experts’ jump out of the weeds .

talked with him several times. His last campaign was not good as he let himself get into policy discussions that didn’t even need to be discussed. For example, the face-covering controversy in Quebec.

I attended the CPC annual convention after the Harper defeat and there were a ton of angry people attending who had some choice words of criticism about the election handlers who steered Harper and the party into useless and silly debates.

When conservatives lose elections it’s usually because some folks, who have never run in an election, all of a sudden become experts in politics. Trust me when I say this as I have observed, ran in, or been involved in elections since 1967. When an election is imminent or called, the “experts” jump out of the weeds and start holding “focus groups” and reading polls to try and mould the party’s platform into an often misguided estimation of what people want. I have seen some very dumb election policies and reimagined party logos to try and depict a mythical platform.

”

I like the 2025 CPC motto of Canada First For a Change as it is meaningful and current. Liberals stopping oil pipelines and not pursuing Liquid Natural Gas production certainly didn’t put Canada first. The EV battery commitment didn’t put Canada first and placing tariffs on EV cars, if they stay in place, may be a disaster for Canada. Not really increasing the capacity for the Port of Churchill since it was built 90 years ago has been a big mistake. Not buying proper jet planes has been a mistake, flying ancient helicopters is a mistake. The list goes on and the mistakes haven’t only been Liberal mistakes. As noted above, some have been CPC mistakes as well.

In this election, the question is not who can best wrangle with President Donald Trump, it’s who can best lead and develop Canada so we don’t stay so dependent on the United States or be distracted by Trump.

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.

I got better at sewing pieces together. There were some quilts that I pieced out of new, colour coordinated, cotton percale that the women of the church stitched and gifted to Bible School graduates. There were some I made for children, and then the grandchildren. One winter I had stockpiled probably six or seven and one set of granddaughters could tell me where the material had come from- which sheet set had been used to make a duvet cover for whom, which fabric was a remnant of clothing I had made. When they left that weekend all the quilts went with them! I often wonder if any of those are still in use… There was the year I debated between tying a top, or stitching it. Again there were probably five or six finished quilts waiting for a home. I approached a family camp that provided counselling and safe space for any and all and they were delighted to accept them. There was the year I sandwiched, again, five or six, and the youth from our faith family and a couple of willing adults met for an afternoon of tying them, finishing them, and delivering them to a family resource centre nearby. Those were fun ones, scraps that had been given to me, some with wildlife scenes, some simply very colourful! The most colourful one I pieced together was a kit that a family member dropped off for me to assemble. There were yellows and oranges and red, prints and solid- it was magnificent – and now its honours the guest bedroom in their home. That was a puzzler for design….

The first time we entered lock down, I determined to empty the trunk of fabric, knowing that if anyone needed to tidy after me they would simply discard the contents of the chest. So I sewed. Again all sizes, all aesthetically appealing, again to friends and family, far and near. I so much enjoyed that project, for some of the backing was yardages that had been gifted to me by a beloved sister-in-law.

This winter I started from scratch. I chose material, I purchased material, I designed the pattern that I wanted. For the first time, ever, I made a quilt for me. Every square is a night sky- lightning; stars, constellations and snowflakes, and a silvery, glittery band borders each. It is my absolute favourite. (or it wouldn’t stay mine!)

This winter’s work resulted in one for a granddaughter, a great granddaughter, and a grandson, and one more to gift. It’s really not that I don’t take care of myself, or indulge my whims and wants, however I have never before wanted a quilt, and never before have I been arrested by fabric design. It’s all good

Walking the road of disappointment

One of the first lessons we learn in life is that everyone will disappoint us at least once; and we will do the same to them. Few people understood the truth of this statement as well as Simon Peter; one of Jesus’ closest and, up to the time of his betrayal, one of his most loyal disciples. But in one crisis moment, Peter’s loyalty was tested and he failed miserably. St. Mark’s gospel (Mark 14:29-31) tells us the story. Jesus and his disciples were sharing their last meal together; when he said something that shocked them all. “Tonight,” he said, “I will be forsaken by all of you.” “No way!” they replied; with Peter’s protest being the loudest.

“I won’t leave you,” he asserted. “I am ready to follow you and die with you.” Jesus sadly shook his head. “No, Peter, that isn’t going to happen. In fact, before sunrise tomorrow, you will deny that you ever knew me. And you’ll do it

Neil Strohschein

three times-not just once.”

Again, Peter’s response was: “No way!” So said the other disciples; but by sunrise, all of them, including Peter, had done what Jesus said they would do.

The Bible tells us that after Peter’s third denial, he looked up to see Jesus looking at him. The look of disappointment on Jesus’ face was more than Peter could stand. The Bible tells us that he went out into the darkness, found a place where he could be alone and wept until he had no more tears to shed. He was more disappointed with himself than Jesus was with him. But something happened to him that night-something that radically changed his life and ensured that he would never deny his Lord

again.

That was very evident in an event that happened one morning after Jesus’ resurrection, when he met his disciples on the shore of the Sea of Galilee after they had spent the night fishing. Jesus gave Peter three chances to declare his love for and loyalty to his Master. This time there was no denial; nor would there be for the rest of Peter’s life.

The most important lesson we can learn from this story is that if we try to please others (including God) in our own strength, using our own knowledge and whatever wisdom we have gained over the years, we will fail just as Peter did. Was Jesus disappointed with Peter’s denial? Of course. But was Jesus sur-

prised? Not at all. He knew how frail and impulsive Peter was. Those qualities had been revealed on many previous occasions. But Jesus knew something else. Peter would soon receive a gift from heaven that would turn him into a loyal and powerful defender of the faith.

That gift (the gift of the Holy Spirit) came on the day of Pentecost. And with the Spirit’s power filling and controlling him, Peter went back to the temple in Jerusalem, close to the place where he had denied his Lord, and powerfully proclaimed that Jesus was alive and would grant forgiveness of sin and the power of the Spirit to all who believe in him.

God’s Spirit lives within all who believe in Jesus Christ. He can do for us what he did for Simon Peter. All we must do is give the Spirit permission to work in us and through us to help change the lives of others. Then, get ready-for miracles are about to happen.

Thumbs up, thumbs down

The Neepawa Legion Ladies Auxiliary would like to extend a huge “thumbs-up” and thank-you to all those who supported our Mar. 21 meat draw supper fundraiser, including Hylife and the Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op.

Also, “thumbs-up” to all those from the Neepawa and area who came out to support our fundraiser meal...the evening was truly a success.

We raised enough funds to pay for our two Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute Graduation Scholarships plus make a significant donation to university scholarships (in the medical field) awarded by the Provincial Legion Ladies. This evening was a huge success...and we could not have done it without all the support we received.

Neepawa Legion Ladies Auxiliary

Thumbs up and thank you to the Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone for clarifying the rumours regarding the water availability, at the time of the recent fire, and for stressing the importance of the firefighters. (Info on website) Also, for clearing the recent snow so quickly around town and at the Plumas Hall. I understand that it is not always able to be done within a short timeframe. It is important to be grateful for the people who have to make loads of decisions, that lie within the municipality and it is also important to contribute input into the decisions that need to be made. We are given the opportunities to offer insight and also ask questions to understand the reasons behind the actions. I am at fault for not doing these things. Thumbs up to the people that do. Remember, there is an upcoming RM meeting at the Plumas Seniors, Apr. 9.

Laurel Lough

A thumbs up and a huge thank you to the kind and thoughtful person who found and handed my keys in to the 7-11.

Viola Baraniuk Neepawa, MB

Thumbs up to Mike Anderson (Performance Exhaust & Brake Services), Brian Hedley and Preston Jarema (Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op), and Drew (Piston Ring - Neepawa) for their assistance at the beginning and during the height of the short but intense band of wet snow in Neepawa on Mar. 27. It was because of your patience, understanding, getting wet, and help, I was able to safely drive to my out of town home in the more than crappy road conditions.

E. (Libbi) Clark (formally Olde House RV Park)

I am not against President

Trump

Unlike some Canadians and many Americans, I am not against US President Trump. During their election campaign I hoped that he would win, and, when he did, I cheered loudly. The steps he is taking to clean up some of the government abuse, corruption, theft, and pilferage are 50 years late in coming, but thankfully he has the courage to tackle the mess now and I wish him the very best in that endeavour. Of course, the government parasites that are being purged are being very vocal about it all. Screaming, hollering and protesting is likely the nearest thing to work that they have been exposed to in the last 40 years.

I’m not even twisted out of shape over tariffs on Canadian goods. After all, the Americans pay the tariffs. Who are we to tell Mr. Trump where and how much to steal from his own people? I am not even offended at the suggestion that we become the 51st state. There would be many benefits to the average Canadian. This is especially so given our consistent 60-year record of electing left-wing, lunatic, morons to lead our country deeper and deeper into destruction. Canada will never have a leader with the courage to tackle and clean up our own terrible government mess.

There is, however, one area that I must challenge, and that is Mr. Trump’s constant assertion that the United States supports Canada with a “200-billion-dollar annual subsidy”. This statement is a total crock. Either it stems from very misleading information he believes or it is an intentional effort to deceive. In any case, it is a lie. Since our trade surplus is mostly oil and since we supply a higher quality crude oil at a discounted price, the case could easily be made that we subsidize them.

My wife and I had planned to drive from Manitoba to Chihuahua, Mexico this winter. Of course, that would have meant a trip through the United States from north to south and back again. Normally, we would have enjoyed the drive. However, we cancelled. We had two major reasons for cancelling. First, why spend money to support the enemy just because we once were friends? Second, our Canadian license plate might well be our rolling death warrant - invitation enough for some armed redneck to blow us away in cold blood – to help his president deal with the Canadian problem. This is not so far fetched given the constant Canada bashing from the highest office of their land and considering that they shoot and kill each other about 150 times every single day. If we could ever unload our own stifling government over regulation and turn our entrepreneurial spirit loose, we wouldn’t be so dependent on the USA’s business. Canadians would be the wealthiest of all citizens, given our vast resources, our low population, and our enterprising nature. There are profitable opportunities beyond the USA. Should we live to turn our entrepreneurs loose, they would create wealth on a scale none of us can now fathom. Then we would have to build a wall on our southern border to keep Americans from flooding across.

Meanwhile, I have come to the conclusion that we will ultimately have only two choices with the United States of Donald Trump. Choice number one is to negotiate a peaceful transition into the 51st state, go for the best deal we can get, and then proceed with lower taxes, less government and greater prosperity. Who knows, we might even like it?

Choice number two is to become that 51st state after we have been bombed to bits and converted into another version of Ukraine. On this note, it would go much better for us if we could get our own politicians to clam up instead of verbally running off with their indignation.

Jim Buhr, Plumas MB

out of helen’s kitchen Helen Drysdale

Hockey skates and ham

I just learned that the hockey skates that we now know were designed and first made in Brandon, Manitoba. George Edwin Tackaberry moved to Brandon from Ontario in 1892 with his wife Helen. While living in Ontario he apprenticed with a shoemaker for four years. In Brandon he went to work for Zinc Brothers in the shoe making and repair business.

His next-door neighbour, Joe Hall, was one of the great hockey player of those days. Bad Joe Hall, as he was called by the sports writers, was hard on his hockey equipment. Over the back fence Hall complained to Tackaberry about his hockey boots that could not withstand more than a few hockey games. At the time ice skates had the blades attached by leather straps to a player’s boots. Tacklaberry told Hall he would make him a pair to last and set to work doing so. He built a snug, form fitting heel to prevent rubbing and chaffing, improved the arch support and added a hard leather toe cap for durability. The normally high boot was lowered to allow for flexibility and freedom. He also used moisture-resistant kangaroo hide that did not stretch so the fit stayed tight.

Joe Hall found the new boots with its new design and great workmanship was durable and gave an improved game with comfort. Lester Patrick, the “Silver Fox” of hockey, star for the Brandon team and later manager the New York Rangers for many years, saw the new boots. He ordered a pair and soon other players and their teams were doing the same. Soon swamped with orders, George Tackaberry left behind the Zinc brothers and started his own shop on Princess Avenue. He spent long hours making the boots and later fitting them with blades. The new designed skate boot transformed a key piece of hockey equipment.

The Canadian Cycle and Motor Company (CCM) took over production of the boot in 1927, and started mass producing them for NHLers. The company also began producing a better-quality skate blade. After his death, Tacklaberry wife sold the patent to CCM, and the skates are still on the market today. Commonly known as CCM “Tacks”. Tacks have been worn by numerous NHL legends and superstars during their careers, including Jean Béliveau, Bobby Orr and the Riverton Rifle, Reggie Leach. The Daly House Museum in Brandon has an early pair of his boots in its collection and on permanent display. Tackaberry’s boot is an example of Canadian ingenuity and a game changer for hockey players around the world.

Working around family members that are hockey players can be challenging for the family cook. When pressed for time ham can help make a meal in a hurry. This recipe calls for 8 cups chicken broth. You can use 8 cups of water and 3 tablespoons of chicken bouillon granules instead if desired. Serve this soup to your favourite hockey players.

Ham and potato soup

1 medium onion, diced

1 Tbsp. oil

8 cups chicken broth

3 carrots, peeled and diced

3 stalks celery, diced

6 small potatoes, peeled and diced

2-3 cups ham, cubed into 1-in. pieces

1 tsp. salt, or to taste

1/2 tsp. pepper

1 tsp. Dash

1 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley

3 Tbsp. flour

1 cup milk

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 cup grated cheese of your choice

To a heavy bottomed Dutch oven over medium heat, add the oil and cook onion until lightly browned. To the pot add the broth, carrot, celery, potatoes, ham, salt, pepper, Dash and fresh parsley. Cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes start to get tender. Whisk together the flour and the milk, then pour it into the soup stirring while doing so. Cook the soup for another 6-10 minutes. When vegetables are tender and broth slightly thickened stir in the cream and cheese. Serve.

Mac and cheese, is an iconic comfort food. With the addition of cooked ham to this and you have a meal in one dish. A fast and easy meal for moms of hockey players.

Ham and macaroni cheese casserole

4 cups uncooked macaroni

1 can cheddar cheese soup (or mushroom)

1 cup sour cream or mayonnaise

1/2 cup milk

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. pepper

1 tsp. onion powder

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

2-3 tsp. prepared mustard

3 cups diced ham

2 1/2 cups shredded cheese, divided

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Cook macaroni to ‘al dente’ according to package instructions. Pasta will cook slightly more while baking in the oven which is why you want it overcook it. Drain the pasta. Do not rinse.

While pasta is cooking, mix together the cheddar cheese soup, sour cream, milk, seasonings and mustard. Add the ham, cooked macaroni and 2 cups of the shredded cheese and mix to combine everything together.

Pour into the prepared baking dish and cover with foil. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until casserole is bubbly. Remove foil and sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of cheese on top. Cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

The four aspects of self

There are four aspects of self. The mental self, the physical self, the emotional self and the spiritual self. These parts of you work together to create the fantastic human being that is you. We do things in our lives that nourish these aspects of self and we also neglect these aspects of self. When these parts are in balance (we are feeding them equally), we feel stable and secure but if one of these parts falls out of balance then we feel a sense of discomfort, when things are way out of balance this can cause significant mental health challenges. Let’s visit each of these aspects of self and talk about how we nourish them.

The mental self is that part of you that is curious about your world. Feeding your mental self is about feeding your brain. Ask yourself, “do I read books that genuinely interest me?” “Do I like to watch documentaries?” And, “am I interested in and stimulated by my career?” Students feed their mental selves each day that they are studying. Anyone who considers themselves to be lifelong learners are likely feeding their mental selves in one way or another. Nourishing your mental self is also about taking time off from thinking. Do you have those moments in your day when you can genuinely quiet down that brain?

The physical self is the part of you that is grounded in this world. It is made up of a couple of components. First, is your physical body itself. Ask yourself, “do I regularly follow up with the doctor?” “Do I take my medications as prescribed?” “Am I doing daily body move -

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ment?” And, “Do I eat well?”. The physical self is also about the location of your physical body. Do you feel safe in your home? Do you have enough space? And, do you like your community?

The emotional self is the part of you that is all about connection. Connection to other people, connection to animals and connection to yourself. Feeding your emotional self looks like regular phone calls with your bestie, going out for lunch with your mom, texting a friend a compliment, or taking yourself on a date. Ask yourself, “do I feel like my relationships feed my soul?” “Am I happy with the level of connection that I have with my loved ones?” And, “Are my emotional needs being met right now?”. Animals are wonderful connectors, so if you feel like your emotional self is lacking, grab your nearest furry friend for a hug.

The spiritual self is the part of you that is connected to something bigger. Feeding your spiritual self can be done through religion by attending ceremony, prayer, and devoting yourself to something bigger than yourself. Nourishing your spiritual self can also be done through self reflection and honoring your spiritual self in the ways that are unique to you. Don’t be afraid to explore this side of you by reading books and listening to podcasts that align with your own personal beliefs. Don’t know what your beliefs are, explore!

Attend some ceremonies or try out a few churches. Church not for you? No problem! Do your own study through reading literature, watching documentaries and talking to others. Ask yourself, “Do I believe in life after death?” “What are my beliefs about the soul?” And, “What spiritual beliefs are absolutely not for me?”. Here’s an exercise to try at home: draw a circle and divide it into four quadrants, each quadrant represents an aspect of self, and fill in the quadrants with the things you do to feed each aspect of self. Ask yourself, “Are there an equal number of items feeding each aspect of self?” “Am I truly in balance?” “Which aspect of self am I neglecting?” “Which am I feeding well?” And, “How can I begin to address the aspect of self I am neglecting, right now. Delsie Martin (BA, MSW, RSW), is a Registered Social Worker working out of The Wellness Clinic in Brandon. She can be reached at dmartin@wellnessclinicbrandon. ca.

Rev. McCharles prepares to bid farewell to Neepawa

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Rev. Chad McCharles said the two churches came together not only out of necessity but because both congregations felt a calling to live into the calling of Christ to unite and work together as witnesses to the good news of the Gospel.

“This ecumenical (representing several different Christian Churches) faith family is a shining example of how to pool resources, work together, sacrifice and serve, and devote time, treasure, and talent to the building up of God’s Church by loving the community around them,” said Rev. McCharles. “Being amid the NUASM as they chose to see the common ground between them, rather than the chasm of difference, has inspired and shaped me immeasurably and will be carried with me for the rest of my life.”

14th elected bishop

On Mar. 8, Rev. McCharles would receive some life-altering news. The Diocese of Saskatoon convened for an electoral synod, a gathering containing all of the diocese’s clergy and elected delegates from each parish, to elect their 14th bishop since the diocese’s 1933 inception. The reverend noted to elect a bishop:

“A candidate must secure a majority of votes

from the clergy and laity. (I) was elected on the first ballot, which is very rare because typically episcopal elections take multiple ballots to achieve an election,” said the new bishop-elect.

As any Anglican bishop does, the Bishop of Saskatoon is a clergy-person ranking above a priest, having authority to ordain and confirm and typically govern a diocese. The Diocese of Saskatoon, where Rev. McCharles will be serving, is a geographical area spanning the width of the Province of Saskatchewan, from just south of Prince Albert to somewhere between the cities of Saskatoon and Regina. Part of his job involves a lot of travel within the diocese and throughout Canada to House of Bishop meetings, regional meetings, and Synods.

The bishop-elect outlined what he hopes to accomplish during his tenure as bishop.

“I pray that as the bishop of Saskatoon, my ministry will foster a deepening of relationships between diverse groups within the diocese by building bridges of peace, emphasizing a recognition of and appreciation for what we hold in common rather than how we differ,” said Rev. McCharles. “I want to make space to share and accept the treasures we all hold dear and have to offer one another, to enrich our

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common life and prayer in the Church.”

Generational enrichment

As Reverend McCharles prepares to leave town for his new position, he took time to reflect and concludes that living in Neepawa has been one of the greatest joys of his life.

“Raising our family here will be a treasure that will enrich our clan for generations because of the generosity and care we have received and given the chance to share while here,” he said. “To call one of the most beautiful and unique historical homes in Neepawa ‘our home’ was icing on the cake!”

Rev. McCharles believes the faith family of NUASM is strengthened through its commitment to faith and fellowship, and it will hold them secure during the upcoming time of vacancy while they search for their next minister.

“I have every confidence in their ability to continue the ministry of love shaped by their mission and outreach, worship and friendships,” he said. “Bringing together two congregations of the same denomination is challenging enough, but the good people of NUASM have done it with dignity and grace because of their desire to follow God faithfully, no matter what is asked of them.”

Corrie Ford, Neepawa’s newest Travel Agent/Vacation Planner

By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner & Press

After recently completing her training and certifications for her new career, Corrie Ford has taken her love for travel one step further by turning it into her livelihood.

The company Ford is working for, Timeless Tales Travel, specializes in both Disney and Universal Travel. The firm must have filled her with a warm and fuzzy feeling. Even more so because they offered her the job contingent upon passing her TICO Certification exam.

Ford’s three-month work experience with Timeless Tales Travel has been a dream come true, with the added bonuses of meeting travel enthusiasts heading to interesting

places, learning new things, and earning various certifications: Disney, Royal Caribbean Master of Adventure, Globus Family of Brands and Avalon Waterways, and WestJet/ Sunwing Vacations, Exottica, to name a few.

Ford will be traveling to Los Angeles this month, where she will be exploring and learning more about the area’s destinations. Later, in May, she will go to Orlando with her boss and a coworker from Ontario, where they will be touring every Disney Resort property, with a few side-trips for fun to the parks.

Ford can be contacted at: corrie@timelesstalestravel.com

AgNeepawaExpo

The Neepawa Titans Junior “A” Hockey Club wishes to extend thanks to all the businesses for their donations to the 2025 Ag Expo.

• Taylor Law Patersons LLP

• AgWest Ltd

• Brett Young Seeds

• Parrish & Heimbecker Gladstone

• Pickseed

• Tonn Seeds

• Shur-Gro Farm Services

• G3

• Rocky Mountain Equipment

• Covers & Co

• Mar-Dee Enterprises

• BASF

• Court Seeds

• ADM Fertilizer

• Steven Smith Agronomy

• CAMO Cattle Co.

• Bayer

• GrainShark

• DSV Northstar Seed

• Precision Land Solutions

• Western Canadian Aerial

• Stride Credit Union

• E.K. Kostenchuk Ltd

• Enns Brothers

• IVS Vet

• Bunge

• Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op

• Richardson Pioneer & Valley View Ag Services

• Corteva

• Mazergroup

• Jury Electric

• Carlise Liquid Starters

• Kulbacki Ag Supply

• KK Penner

• Redfern Farm Services

• Rob Smith & Son Backhoe & Trucking Ltd

• FMC

• Timac Agro

• Cargill

• DP Rookes Farm

• T.I.C. Parts & Service

• Syngenta

• Kulbacki Seeds

• Mole Plow

This year we raised $31,146 and the Ag Expo will be donating 10% of the sale ($3,114) proceeds to Yellowhead Community Recreation Centre to help with the HVAC system repairs.

A big thank-you to the businesses & individuals that made purchases through the on-line auction:

• Csversko Farms Ltd

• Kohut Land & Livestock Ltd.

• Scott Ellis

• MEC Farms Ltd.

• Denbow Acres

• C.S Farms Ltd.

• JAS Red Angus

• Lowry Agri Enterprises Ltd

• Rob James • Dale De’Ath

• Sumner Grain Farms ltd

• Kulbacki Ag Supply

• Cavelock Ltd.

• Myron Plett

• Bulas Farms

• Brookside Angus

• S&C Newton Grain Farms Ltd

• Evans Farms Ltd

• CAMO Cattle

The Neepawa Titans thank Matt Lowry, Cam Tibbett and Scott Newton for organizing this very successful community event.

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Pictured: Corrie Ford, of Timeless Tales Travel.

Birthday celebration/rally held in Neepawa for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte

Neepawa receives surprise funding for new road construction

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The Town of Neepawa recently received a slightly surprising, but greatly appreciated cheque in the mail.

Late last month, the Minister for Municipal and Northern Relations Glen Simard contacted the Town. In his letter, the Minister informed the community that it will receive an additional $2 million in provincial funding, related to assisting with the creation of new roads.

“I am pleased to inform you that your municipality has been approved to receive a funding contribution of up to $2,000,000 for the Road Network for the new Regional Hospital and Development of Land Project, under the Manitoba Growth, Renewal and Opportunities for municipalities program,” stated Simard within the document.

This additional sup -

port will take some of the burden off of the Town of Neepawa directly, as several million dollars was being set aside to cover the cost of this project.

Neepawa Mayor Brian Hedley said this additional, and to a degree, unexpected support, is appreciated.

“The additional funding is going to be a huge help for us with the hospital and the costs associated around it. This is going to make a big difference,” stated Hedley.

As for where the funding will be spent, it’s expected to go towards the portion

of road to be built leading from Highway #16 to the planned roundabout, and from the industrial park through to the extension of Broadway Avenue.

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Supporters of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte rallied on Saturday, Mar. 29 in Neepawa to celebrate his 80th birthday and protest against his current detention in The Hauge. Duterte is currently being held due to charges related to his’War on drugs’ campaign. While in power, Duterte’s government had a zero tolerance policy on illegal drugs, and his crackdown is believed to have killed more than 6,000 people. The polarizing former leader is extremely beloved, and at the same time, loathed by many Filipinos for his hardline stance on drug crime and aggressive actions to deter it.

New immigration initiative being researched for Neepawa Economic Development Brandon pitches Nominee Program

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

The Beautiful Plains County Court Building, located in Neepawa, was the scene for a unique presentation on Mar. 26. That evening, Economic Development Brandon representatives Samuel Solomon (Immigration and Workforce Development Specialist), Gerald Cathcart (Economic Development Director) and Deb Day (Economic Development Assistant) visited the community to showcase the Brandon Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program Immigration Initiative (BMPNP II).

Potential for partnership

The presentation, made by Solomon served as an introduction to the BMPNP II and as an initial interest check for a potential partnership with Neepawa.

According to the information presented, BMPNP II can connect employers with foreign workers for hard-tofill job positions. Its applications are also applicable to individuals with temporary residency who are already living and working within the community.

“There is potential to help Neepawa businesses who are having difficulty

finding the skilled employees they need,” said Neepawa Economic Development Officer Marilyn Crewe, who was in attendance that evening. “This program also provides employer support for current employees with temporary residency status in their journey to permanent residency.”

The program may also potentially be of use to those

Charolais bulls strut their stuff at Neepawa

large group of

By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner & Press

The 11th Annual Prairie Distinction Bull Sale was held at the Stride Exhibition Grounds at Neepawa on March 25. Approximately 40 bulls passed by the auctioneer’s hammer. The 12 Two-yearold bulls brought $95,500 for an average of $7,958, 28 2/3 yearling bulls brought $222,250 for an average of $7,753. Bulls sold to five provinces and the top selling

bull brought $13,500.

Consignors included R & G McDonald Livestock, Sidney, Hidden Lake Stock Farm, Carberry, CrocusValley Farms Ltd., Killarney, JMB Charolais, Brookdale, North of 50 Charolais, McCreary and Johnston Charolais, Treherne.

The first two items on the auction block were donated items from Kulbacki Ag Supply and Innovative Veterinary Services sold on behalf of the Manitoba Junior Charolais Association.

developing a business succession plan.

Goal is to bolster communities

Solomon noted that for the job positions a business wishes to fill through this program, there must be proof that it has been hard to fill. Or, for the sale of a business, proof that the business has not been able to be sold to someone in

Canada. Language proficiency and other relevant considerations also apply to the immigrant/individual with temporary residency.

Further insight must be gained before Neepawa commits to a partnership with the initiative. Neepawa’s Economic Development is going to conduct research locally on hardto-hire positions, as well as the local business demand for the BMPNP II program.

“If your business is having challenges in filling skilled positions, please let me know,” said Crewe. If any businesses were unable to attend the meeting, they are encouraged to reach out to Crewe at the Neepawa Town Office for more information on the BMPNP II.

“We have had a very positive response during the pilot period for this initiative,” said Solomon, adding later, “The intention is also to find people who are looking to stay in the community. This is integral to the program as the goal is to bolster communities.” Crewe, commented on the early response from those in attendance, stating, “I think there is interest in more information. Samuel provided great details on how the program works so the businesses can consider how that fits with their human resources planning.”

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Charolais bulls sold at the Prairie Distinction Bull Sale on March 25 at Stride Exhibition Grounds at Neepawa.

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Samuel Solomon, of Economic Development Brandon, explained the ins and outs of the Brandon Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program Immigration Initiative at a meeting held in Neepawa on Mar. 26.

NAISS proposes collaboration with churches to enhance newcomer integration

By Joshua Jackson Neepawa Banner & Press

The Neepawa and Area Immigration Settlement Services (NAISS) is embarking on a new partnership with the Calvary Chapel Church.

NAISS recently released a document outlining a proposal calling for strengthening its collaboration between NAISS and churches by facilitating the exchange of information and resources.

The proposed collaboration calls for churches and NAISS to work together to ensure that the support available to newcomers is well-communicated and accessible. The settlement service would provide church leaders with updated information about

settlement services, including language courses, job opportunities, housing programs, and other local resources. This vital information would be shared through church bulletins, newsletters, and special outreach efforts to ensure no one in need is left behind.

“A collaboration like this allows our church to serve our community more fully and foster meaningful relationships with our neighbours,” said Calvary Chapel Pastor James Anderson.

The proposal also calls on NAISS and churches, such as the Calvary Chapel, to develop joint events or initiatives that foster cultural exchange, integration, and community building, including cultural celebration events, workshops, pot-

lucks, and social gatherings.

“We plan to collaborate with other faith organizations and community groups to host events or programs that promote understanding and cooperation, help newcomers and residents get together, encouraging them to socialize, which makes them feel like a part of the community,” said Neepawa and Area Immigration Settlement Services Executive Director Ilce Pineda.

Pineda added that the organization is happy to collaborate with Pastor James, as they believe he is a good leader and very supportive of the community.

“I hope the community and newcomers see that NAISS strives to support new immigrants with spiritual guidance, activ -

Ste. Rose du Lac RCMP cleared of wrongdoing following IIU investigation

The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba (IIU) has concluded an investigation of a 2023 incident near Ste. Rose Du Lac and has absolved the RCMP of any wrongdoing.

The IIU press release alleged that on Jan. 6, 2023, RCMP had notified the IIU of an incident. According to the notification, at approximately 10 a.m. on Dec. 30, 2022, officers received a call for service regarding a home invasion and stolen vehicle in Rorketon. Soon after, officers located a vehicle in the ditch on Provincial Road 481 south of Crane River. Four individuals were attempting to dig out the vehicle. Officers approached them and informed them they were under arrest.

Three remained at the scene, while the fourth suspect, an adult male, fled into the woods.

The report says officers transported the three indi-

viduals to the Ste. Rose du Lac detachment for processing. Due to insufficient resources, officers did not return to the scene to search for the male and officers believed he may have gone to a nearby residence or been picked up by vehicle.

On Jan. 4, 2023, RCMP received a missing persons report for the male and attempted to locate him. At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Jan. 5, 2023, officers searched the woods where the male was last seen and located his body.

The IIU assumed responsibility for the investigation and was assigned to investigate. Two subject officers and six witness officers were designated. Investigators also obtained statements from three civilian witnesses. A post-mortem exam on the man determined the cause of his death was hypothermia. The toxicology reports also showed alcohol levels that correspond to heavy drunkenness, confusion and grossly impaired coordination, as well as

ities, and information so they can better integrate into this community,” she said. “Collaboration with churches is important, as new immigrants look for a church where they can connect with their Creator and feel supported.”

Through collaborating with churches, NAISS believes by working together, churches and settlement services can promote a sense of belonging and inclusion for newcomers while enriching the local community. Both the church community and NAISS share values of compassion, support, and building a stronger, more inclusive society.

The NAISS hopes to partner with even more churches in Neepawa, Gladstone, and Plumas.

methamphetamine levels that could cause confusion, anxiety, and hallucinations.

The release noted after due consideration of all the circumstances, including the Crown opinion, the standard for prosecuting charges has not been met, and the civilian director will not be authorizing charges.

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Calvary Chapel Pastor James Anderson and Neepawa Area Immigration Settlement Services Executive Director Ilce Pineda pose for a photo as they announce a new collaboration.

2025 Canadian Federal Election: Riding Mountain District

The 2025 Canadian federal election will be held on April 28 to elect members of the House of Commons to the 45th Canadian Parliament. The writs of election were issued on March 23, after Governor General Mary Simon accepted a request to dissolve parliament from Prime Minister Mark Carney. This will be the first election to use a new 343-seat electoral map based on the 2021 Canadian census. As of the publication deadline, these are the listed candidates for Riding Mountain. The deadline for candidates to declare is Apr. 7 at 2:00 p.m. For the NDP of Canada or any other national party planning to run in the Riding Mountain District, that had not yet declared. When those candidates are confirmed, in the interest of fairness, we will publish similar profiles of those individuals.

Dan Mazier Terry Hayward

ODonnan McKenna Liz Clayton

n Oct. 21, 2019, Dan Mazier was elected to represent Dauphin-Swan RiverNeepawa as Member of Parliament and then re-elected on Sept. 20, 2021. In 2022, Pierre Poilievre appointed Mazier to his Shadow Cabinet as the Shadow Minister for Rural Economic Development & Connectivity.

Away from politics, Mazier is most well known for serving as a President of Keystone Agriculture Producers (KAP). Additionally, he has also served his community as a school trustee for Rolling River School Division, and as a board member for the Manitoba Sustainable Energy Association, and the Mid-Assiniboine Conservation District. He was also a founding member of Elton Energy Co-operative, a provincial renewable energy initiative. Dan and his wife Leigh farm grains, oil seeds, and specialty crops near Justice.

Terry Hayward is a devoted community leader who has shown their deep passion and determination to make life better for families in Riding Mountain.

Hayward enters this election with a 33-year career in agricultural work with the Government of Canada, living and working in places like Brandon, Regina, Winnipeg, and Ottawa. Hayward has also served as the Manitoba Election Readiness chair for the federal Liberals. Currently, he lives east of Winnipeg on a farm and is a substitute teacher at an elementary school in the Sunrise School Division.

Donnan Mc Kenna en tered this election with a 30year career with the RCMP, which includes provincial, national, and international experience in both front-line policing and command capacities.

He is a crime reduction and family violence expert with experience dealing with government policy and system changes. His volunteer work includes several board positions and security operations.

Donnan retired from the RCMP in 2019 as the Officer in Charge of the Grande Prairie RCMP, and he currently resides in the R.M. of Mountain with his wife and family.

An introduction to Riding Mountain District

The Riding Mountain District is a federal electoral riding formerly known as Dauphin-Swan RiverNeepawa. The new name was drafted during the last federal ridings redistribution process in 2022 and officially comes into effect as of this election.

Riding Mountain’s area includes 51,479 km2 and a population total of 90,962. The number of eligible electors is 64,523, with a 61 per cent voter turnout in the previous election. Some of the most notable communities within Riding Mountain in -

clude: Swan River, Dauphin, Russell, Roblin, Ste. Rose du Lac, Neepawa, Minnedosa, and Rivers. It also features North Norfolk, WestLake-Gladstone, and North CypressLangford. Election day is scheduled for Monday, Apr. 28, 2025, with advance

voting taking place on:

• Friday, Apr. 18,

• Saturday, Apr. 19,

• Sunday, Apr. 20,

• Monday, Apr. 21.

The Electoral district number for Riding Mountain is 46007.

Liz Clayton has been involved with the Federal Green Party for many years, having served as the CAO of the Portage-Lisgar Green Party Association. As well, Clayton has experience in the not-for-profit sector within the Tiger Hills Arts Association and Campus-and-Community Radio at the University of Manitoba Currently, Liz works for the Prairie Spirit School Division as a high school Educational Assistant. She also has experience in Arts Administration and spent many years in campus and community, and commercial media. Clayton and her partner live on 31 acres of wild-land on the edge of the Agassiz escarpment in the newly annexed south-east corner of the Riding Mountain riding, where they are passionate about thier low-energy northern greenhouse where they grow fresh greens all winter.

Game results

Wednesday, Mar. 26

09:09 NPA M. Hartley (1) SH

Unassisted 15:43 NMB K. McNeill (1)

ASST: Q. Supprien (1), M. Bouvier (4)

02:41 NPA K. Weisgarber (2) ASST: M. Hartley (4), C. Kasprick (2) 12:09 NMB J. Linton (1) PP

A. Krestanowich (1), K. McNeil (1)

vs.

It just wasn’t

Neepawa Titans bounced from MJHL post-season

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

Playoff hockey in Neepawa ended a little bit sooner than any of us had hoped for, as the Titans fell to the Northern Manitoba Blizzard 4-games-to-1.

Game results

NPA C. McLeod PP

T. Tychonick (3), R. Gower (3)

NMB C. Lathlin (2) PP

M. Edwards (3), T. Dahms (6)

NMB H. Larkin (1) ASST: L. McMullan (3), I. Tomchak (1) 17:34 NMB C. Lathlin (3) PP

ASST: M. Edwards (4), Q. Supprien (2)

Third Period

05:30 NPA K. Weisgarber (3)

ASST: M. Hartley (5), C. Alexander (2)

NMB T. Dahms (1)

NPA: KC Couckuyt (L) - 29/32 saves NMB T. Timmerman (W) - 26/28 saves Attendance: 612 - Roy H.Johnston Arena

NMB: T. Timmerman (W) - 44/46 saves

KC. Couckuyt (L) - 38/41 saves

Mar. 27, 2025: Ladies’ High Single & Triple: Laurie Kohinski 240 & 571. Men’s High Single and Triple: Chuck Morden 194 & 526. Other Good Scores: Elsie Slimmon 164, 210, 192; Chuck Morden 183; Tara Ross 178; Carole LeBoutillier 172; Darrell Gabler 150, 170; Caroline Harding 151, 157; Vivian Oswald 161, 154, 174; Laurie Kohinski 168, 163; Frank Porada 150; Janice Absteiter 154, 153; Olga Duncan 151. March Bowlers of the Month: Laurie Kohinski & Frank Porada.

A combination of bad bounces, bad luck, and, (If we’re being honest), bad officiating, halted Neepawa’s momentum and quashed hopes of home games in April.

But, despite the disappointment of the postseason, there is still a lot to be proud of, as the Titans collected the most regular season wins (32) and points (69), in almost 15 years.

In a conversation with the Banner & Press earlier this week, Neepawa Titans Head Coach and General Manager Ken Pearson reflected on the series. He noted that with the exception of one of these match-ups, every game was a close one.

Pearson said there were a couple of occasions where Northern Manitoba was able to take advantage of a fortunate bounce, and turn it into a scoring opportunity, while Neepawa was unable to do the same.

As well, Pearson credited the Blizzard and their ‘swarming’ style of collective defence, that didn’t give the Titans much room to manoeuvre out there.

Perhaps a turning point for the series was game three, as there were several potential penalties, including at least three high sticking incidents by the Blizzard, that went uncalled. While those missed calls caused a frenzy in the stands, Pearson simply noted you can’t expect calls to save you.

“You can’t dwell on any call that are or aren’t made or get frustrated out there. It didn’t change what we did. We just couldn’t get good looks at the net, and their goaltender made some good saves, that could have turned things

A Blizzard player blocks the path to the puck for Neepawa’s Colton Alexander (#12), during Game 4. This game would go to overtime, and see the Blizzard win 3-2. Northern Manitoba would then secure the series in the next game, by a similar 3-2 score.

around,” noted Pearson. As for games four and five, those could have very easily gone in Neepawa’s favour, but it simply wasn’t

to be, as they lost one in double overtime, and fell just short in The Pas.

Despite the disappointment the players could be

feeling, however, Pearson stressed that they all should be very proud of their efforts out there this past season.

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Neepawa Curling Club mixed bonspiel results

here are the winners of each of the events, as well as a photo of the team that was declared “Best Dressed”! Results are as follows:

A Event winner: Team Robertson (top left), B Event Winner: Team Jakubowski (left middle), C Event Winner: Team Paramor (bottom left), D Event Winner: Team Ross. (top right), Best Dressed: Team 80’s Revival (above).

Newdale Cribbage Tournament winners declared

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The Newdale Cribbage Planning Committee hosted a cribbage tournament on Saturday, Mar, 15, at the Newdale Hall. In total, around 64 people attended from throughout the region including Newdale, Neepawa, Rapid City, Minnedosa, Brandon, Rivers, Rossburn, Shoal Lake, Strathclair, Elphinstone, Basswood, Cardale and Onanole. Along with the cribbage tournament, there was also a delicious roast beef supper served. Players were very excited to see where they stood against the other 32 teams of players on the large scoreboard. Huge cash prizes were awarded for first ($500.00), second ($300.00), 1/2 way highest score ($50.00), third place ($200.00) and last place. $50.00. The 50/50 draw raised $422.00 and was split with $211.00 going to the Harrison House Meals Program in Newdale. The event was staged by a group of volunteers known as the Newdale Cribbage Planning Com-

mittee. This is our second tournament, with the first held back in November. That event had 40 players participate and was very well received. Word got out that this was the tournament to attend! An entire afternoon of fun, great prizes, a fantastic roast beef dinner and socialization with people from up to 100 km away!

This time we had capped out at 64 players! The interest was so great we filled registration within 10 days of posting the event, one month prior to the event date of Mar. 15. Since this event is so successful,

we will be hosting another tournament in the fall and continue to bring social gathering from all the region, and awareness to our tiny community of Newdale, Manitoba.

As for the results, first

A well attended cribbage tournament was held at Newdale last month. The winners were Dianne Sandstrom and Cindy Ruppel (pictured left).

Pictured above: Seen here is a portion of the crowd that was in attendance.

place was awarded to Dianne Sandstrom and Cindy Ruppel of Minnedosa. Second place and the 1/2 way Hit Score winners were Pat and Jim Montague of Rivers. Third was awarded to Larry

McMurachy and Mitch Cuthbert of Shoal Lake.

There was event a prize for last place, which went to an undisclosed recipient.

The 50/50 draw of $422 was won by Justin Usunier of Rapid City, and will be split with the Newdale Harrison House Meals Program. Congratulations to the winers and thanks to everyone who attended and supported the event.

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The Neepawa Curling Club held its 2025 Mixed Bonspiel from Mar. 21 to 23.

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Hunters and fishers share concerns at MWF Neepawa town hall

By Joshua Jackson Neepawa Banner

Many local hunters and anglers attended the Manitoba Wildlife Federation (MWF) alongside the Neepawa and District and Wildlife Association’s town hall regarding threats to licensed hunters and anglers.

Over 50 concerned patrons filled the Neepawa Legion on Mar. 26 to hear MWF Senior Scientific Advisor Rob Olson talk about provincial and federal government initiatives such as the Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs,) which the MWF believes will hamper access to hunting, trapping, and fishing for all.

Many people were engaged throughout the meeting, and Agassiz MLA Jodie Byram and Riding Mountain M.P. Dan Mazier were on hand to learn more about the MWF’s efforts.

During the meeting, Olson shed light on how the MWF’s Access For

All campaign started after Grand Chief Garrison Settee’s correspondence from Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) proposal they advanced to the government to withdraw all licensed big game hunting tag allocations in Northern Manitoba.

“Initially, it was about protecting hunting and fishing rights,” said Olson.

“Now, it has (become) way more than that. If you are a user of Crown Lands, have a cottage on Crown Land, if you’re a snowmobiler, or use any Crown Land or public land kind, this affects you now, and it might affect your livelihood. It’s way bigger than moose hunting.”

IPCAs are part of the 30/30 strategy developed by the government of Canada as part of its goal to conserve 30 per cent of Canada’s land and water by 2030, run by Indigenous organizations. During his presentation, Olson said the theme of these town halls is nudging back.

“We’re trying to find the

middle and what’s reasonable. We’re not against Indigenous people, but we need reasonable decisions in the middle, and we think the pendulum’s gone a little bit too far,” he said. “We respect and understand Indigenous rights. We understand the rights, we’re not contesting there are rights, but we believe that licensed hunters have rights too and the right to be reasonable and respectful.”

A total of nine IPCAs are slated for the province of Manitoba, including the ones closest to us, the Manitoba Mixedgrass Prairie Securement Program near Binscarth, which will protect up to 27,000 hectares of undeveloped mixed-grass prairie habitat adjacent to three community pastures, and the Fisher River Cree Nation IPCA in the Interlake, which could threaten cabin-owners and hunters in that region.

During the presentation, many people asked questions like how this

BY

cheque for its Access For All Campaign.

affects Crown Lands, how people can do more to raise this issue, and what a federal election means regarding ICPAs.

Olson outlined during the meeting how the MWF has come a long way since the first meeting last year in Thompson.

“It’s been one of the best things I’ve ever done in my career. It’s been mind-bog-

gling, and (there have been many) full rooms. The first meeting in Thompson was standing room only, and from there, it just got better and better,” he said.

“(These meetings have) connected us. We have a massive network of people following our e-news. Now, we’re getting great feedback from people, ideas, and many goals from these meetings.”

To end the meeting, the Neepawa Wildlife Association Treasurer Perry Sneddon presented the MWF with a $1,000 cheque for its Access For All Campaign. More information on the MWF’s campaign can be found at https://mwf. mb.ca/

Brand new sign installed at Hallboro district

By Wayne Hildebrand Neepawa Banner & Press

Hallboro area resident Orv Grant recently installed a new sign recognizing the community of Hallboro, located on #5 Highway eight km’s (5 miles) south of Neepawa. “The old sign was showing its age, so I decided to make a new one,” Orv said. “I built it the same dimensions as the original

sign and installed it over the old sign. I am told the old sign is the original CNR railway section line sign.”

The Hallboro district was a very active community from 1900 to 1970.

The Canadian Northern Railway built a railroad from Hummerston to Hallboro in 1902. By 1909 the ‘Hallboro-Beulah Branch Line’ was extended to the west. John Hall was an early settler in the district. He

named the railway siding ‘Hallboro’.

Driving by it today it is hard to imagine that Hallboro had a railway station, a section house, stock yards, a railway weight scale, Harding’s convenience store, a post office, Hallboro School and two grain elevators.

The CNR line was abandoned in 1975 and the tracks were removed in 1981.

PHOTO

JOSHUA JACKSON

To end the town hall, the Neepawa Wildlife Association Treasurer Perry Sneddon presented the Manitoba Wildlife Federation with a $1,000

PHOTOS COURTESY OF WAYNE HILDEBRAND

Pictured left: A view of the old sign, showing its age. Pictured right: The new sign made by area resident Orv Grant, which has replaced the original sign.

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Alcoholics Anonymous meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa, Thursdays at 7 pm. Call Don 204-856-9072 or Debbi 204352-4065

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Obituary

Lillian Ross

It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our sweet little Mom and Grandma Lillian Ross. Lillian passed away peacefully at the Carberry Personal Care Home on March 12, 2025. Lillian (or Lily as she was affectionately known) was born on April 8, 1935 to Sylvester and Louise Bird in the Ellesmere district near Firdale, MB. She grew up on the family farm and attended the Ellesmere school before moving to Carberry.

While working at the local hospital, she met and married Ronald Ross in Carberry, MB on July 13, 1968. A muchloved daughter Lorraine made them a family in 1969. In 1992, a son-in-law Darryl O’Neill was added to the family. Her joy was complete when she became a grandma to two special grandsons, Jordan in 1995 and Carson in 1998.

Lily took on many jobs throughout her life. Prior to marriage, she babysat and boarded at people’s homes. She loved caring and looking after children and cared for many children over the years. She also worked several years at the Carberry Plains Health Center as a housekeeper in both the hospital & care-home.

Lily loved to be outside gardening, tending to her flowers, watching the birds and going for walks. Springtime greenhouse tours with her daughter were a favorite annual event. Her spaces were adorned with meaningful photos, special keepsakes and all things purple - her favorite color. She was a hard worker and a very independent little lady - never wanting to bother anyone & preferring to do things herself.

Lily could be found walking uptown daily to socialize with her friends over coffee - rain, snow, cold or heat never stopped her. She could outwalk most of us - even near the end.

She is survived by her only daughter Lorraine O’Neill (Darryl) of Benito MB, Grandsons Jordan O’Neill of Etobicoke, Ont & Carson O’Neill of Calgary, Alta. She also leaves behind one sister Eleanor Jones (Raymond) of Austin, MB and a sister in-law Elda Ross of Treherne, Mb. She also leaves behind many loved nieces and nephews and special friends.

She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Ronald, brother-in-law Hugh, sister Muriel and brother-inlaw John, brother Ed & sister-in-law Penny. Funeral services were held March 18, 2025 at the Carberry United Church with the Reverend Emma Seamone presiding. Arrangements were entrusted to White’s Funeral Home.

We the family would like to thank White’s Funeral Home for their attention to detail, compassion, support and care during a very hard time for us; the Carberry United Church ladies for the beautiful lunch, Rev. Seamone for the beautiful service and words of tribute; Heather Friesen (niece) for the beautiful eulogy and memories of Lillian that she shared; family friend Gloria Mott for her reading, and family friend Anna Chen for the collage of photos; the United church choir and pianist.

Special thanks go to her pallbearers who carried her to her final resting place son-in-law Darryl O’Neill, Grandsons Jordan & Carson O’Neill, nephews Callum Caswell, Eldridge Ross and Brent Jones. We would also like to thank dear friends and family who came to be with us, and to all those who have reached out to us during this time.

Special thanks to Lillian’s homecare workers over the years, and to the Carberry Personal Care Home staff for their love and exceptional care. We give thanks for the community of Carberry in general for always having Lillian’s best interests at heart and keeping a watchful eye out for her.

Lillian will be cherished as a loving mother, proud grandmother, special auntie, beloved sister, friend and sweet lil lady full of spunk, character and a big sense of humor.

Should friends so desire, donations in Lillian‘s memory may be made to Carberry Personal Care Home Activities, Box 2000, Carberry Manitoba R0K 0H0

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Apartment for rent. Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-8414419

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

Join us for a Come & Go Tea to Celebrate Melvin & Vivian Oswald’s 45th Wedding Anniversary Saturday, April 12 2-4 pm at Elks Manor, M.P.R. Room

No gifts or cards please just the pleasure of your company

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TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION

Turtle River School Division Invites Tenders for the Services of Child Care Provider at Glenella School

The Turtle River School Division is requesting proposals for child care services for an in-school child care facility at Glenella School, located at 400 Main Street, Glenella, Manitoba.

Project Description:

The Turtle River School Division is providing space (750 sq. feet) within Glenella School to be converted into 16 preschool child care service spaces.

Request for Proposal:

The written RFP submission should include:

• Assurances for the Child Care Provider:

1. The Child Care Provider has or will have a valid, existing non-profit corporation or co-operative, incorporated under the laws of Manitoba.

2. The Provider possesses and will maintain the necessary rights, interests, powers, and expertise to operate the Child Care Centre.

3. The Provider holds and will maintain a valid license under the Act and is not in breach of any provisions that would allow Manitoba to suspend or revoke the license.

• Business Plan:

1. Operating Philosophy (Governance Model)

2. General operation plan including hours of operation, staffing, etc.

• Point of Contact:

Please provide the name and contact information for the designated representative.

Proposal Submission:

Proposals must be submitted to the Turtle River School Division by noon on April 18, 2025, via email.

The subject line should read “Proposal for Child Care Services – Glenella School” and be sent to shannon@trsd.ca. www.neepawabanner.com

For Sale or Rent

Storage vans (semi trailers) for rent or sale. Anderson's 204-385-2685, 204-3852997 Gladstone

Coming Events

Expressive Dance with Crystal presents a Dance Show entitled "Knowledge Seekers",which features dancing and acting. 36th Dance Show 2024-2025 Fri., May 9, 7pm; Sat., May 10, 1 pm, Strathclair Bend Theatre. Advance tickets sales begin Friday, April 4, 8:30 am. Call 204-867-2446.

It s not too late to start your high school courses. Minnedosa ALC s April course registrations start Mon. April 7th . Contact Val Gawel in Room 2 of the Minnedosa Collegiate 74 Armitage Ave. Phone: 204-867-2519 or email alc@rrsd.mb.ca

Coming Events

GIGANTIC ANNUAL GUN AND HOBBY SHOW in Dauphin, Manitoba, Saturday, April 12, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, April 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 304 Whitmore Avenue (8 Avenue Hall). Admission $6, under 12 free with adult. Approximately 80 eight-foot tables. May contain guns and related items, military items, hobbies, crafts, antiques, hockey cards, Indian artifacts. Something of interest for everyone. This is a buying, selling, trading show. Bring your guns and collectibles. Buy-sell-trade or have appraised. For information phone (204) 444-4690.

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Events

Thank you

Thank you to all who sent cards, food, called and remembered us at the time of Tom H. Clark’s passing. It is greatly appreciated.

Lois Clark and family

Coming Events

Riding Mountain PC Association Notice of Annual General Meeting for the year-ending December 31/24 via Zoom & Tele-conference options Monday, April 21/25, 7:00 pm

All constituency PC members in good standing who wish to participate, are asked to register by Noon, Wednesday, April 16 by contacting Judy Snitynsky, 204-773-6347

ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION

Mechanic (Licensed Trade)

School Buses and Fleet Vehicles

Full Time - Permanent

8 hours per day

Monday - Friday 12 months per year

The position is based at a central garage / shop in Minnedosa, MB with 2.5 FTE Mechanics who maintain a fleet of 40 school buses and 15 fleet vehicles.

For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca select Employment then Support Staff Positions. Thank you to all applicants for their interest in Rolling River School Division. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Engrained Flour Co. is a small family owned flour milling facility located near Cardale, Manitoba. We stone-mill our own grown grain and sell the flour direct to consumers through our website and local grocery stores. For more information visit our website www.engrainedflour.ca

Who we are seeking? A part-time/full-time (hours can range between 25-40/week) employee to operate and maintain our stone mill. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a growing local food business. No experience necessary as training will be provided. We would like to find someone to start as soon as possible.

The ideal candidate will be hard working, adaptable, can work long hours unsupervised, able to learn quickly and on the job. Work hours are between the hours of 8-5 Monday to Friday (flexible within this time frame). Starting wage $20/hour with benefits package and monthly gas allowance.

Duties include:

• Maintaining storage area of grain

• Maintaining and cleaning stone mill

• Cleaning facility on a daily/weekly basis

• Troubleshoot issues as they arise

• Mill flour to order in large quantities

• Package into various bag sizes and boxes

• Heavy lifting required at times

• Help manage lot tracking inventory system

• Delivery of flour when required

Please send resumes to Chris Raupers at info@engrainedflour.ca

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

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Hog Receiving Barn Worker (NOC85100)

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 5 positions.

The current starting wage is $19.25/hour with incremental increases to $20.55/hour based on tenure

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

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 involve:

• Receiving and unloading hog deliveries.

• Sorting hogs into appropriate receiving pens.

• Ensuring humane and safe handling of hogs in our facility.

• Completing hog receiving documents to CFIA standards. Scraping trailers. Working outdoors and in a barn environment.

To excel in this role, you should possess: Respect for animal welfare, food safety, and workplace safety. Understanding of animal behavior

• Capable of working in diverse environments, including exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and odors

• Minimum of one (1) to seven (7) months experience working with livestock

• Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role. Capable of bending, lifting, and crawling

• Completion of Secondary school or equivalent experience

• Capable of repetitive manual tasks

• Able to effectively communicate in English

• At least 18 years old to meet the minimum age requirement

HyLife i s 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

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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

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Agricultural Sales Representative

T.I.C. Parts & Service is expanding our Sales Department and is now accepting applications for an Agricultural Sales Representative. We are committed to providing our community and the surrounding area with top-tier service and expertise. We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated individual who values customer relationships and support as much as we do. If you are ready to make a positive impact on our team, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Promote sales of agricultural machinery to existing customers and actively solicit new business.

• Consult with customers to identify their needs and recommend the best products.

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through regular calls and visits.

• Achieve sales and profitability targets consistently.

• Provide exceptional after-sales support to customers.

• Stay familiar with competitive brands and their differences to provide informed recommendations.

• Complete all sales documentation and adhere to sales processes.

• Manage current incentive and financing programs for customers.

• Coordinate and conduct field demonstrations of new equipment.

Estimate costs for equipment maintenance and evaluate trade-ins.

Requirements:

• Previous sales experience in the agricultural field.

• Familiarity with agricultural equipment and farming operations.

• Highly organized and self-motivated.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Proficient computer skills.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Ability to work flexible hours to meet customer needs.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Comprehensive dental and medical benefits package.

• Company RRSP program.

• Product-related training and development opportunities. Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.

If you are ready to take on an exciting opportunity with a growing company, we encourage you to apply today!

For More Information

Contact Darrell at 204-476-0716

Rural Municipality of Alonsa PUBLIC NOTICE

REGARDING THE 2025

FINANCIAL PLAN

Public Notice is hereby given pursuant to subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act, that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Alonsa intends to present its proposed 2025 Financial Plan for the municipality in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Office located at 20 Railway Avenue in Alonsa, MB on April 23, 2025, at 1:15 PM. The purpose of the hearing is to allow any interested person to make a representation, ask questions or register an objection.

Once completed copies of the proposed draft financial plan can be viewed at the municipal office or online at www.rmofalonsa.com.

Questions and comments may also be directed to CAO Tami Dumanske at 204-767-2054 or by email to info@rmofalonsa.com.

Dated this 14th day of March, A.D. 2025 Tami Dumanske Chief Administrative Officer

Thank you for reading the Neepawa Banner & Press

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FINANCIAL PLAN 2025

Public Notice is hereby given pursuant to subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act that the Council of the Town of Neepawa intends to present its Financial Plan for the fiscal year 2025 at a public hearing: April 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers 275 Hamilton Street, Neepawa

Copies of the Financial Plan and additional information can be viewed online at neepawa.ca under Notices or at the office 275 Hamilton Street during regular office hours (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).

Dated this 28th day of March, 2025. Colleen Synchyshyn, C.M.M.A. Chief Administrative Officer Town of Neepawa

Public Notice

Public Notice is hereby given that the Whitemud Watershed District intends to conduct a weed and brush control program on Watershed Drains in the Rural Municipalities of McCreary, Alonsa, Portage la Prairie, Rosedale, Glenella-Lansdowne, North CypressLangford, Minto-Odanah, Westlake-Gladstone, Elton and North Norfolk.

The projected dates of application will be from April 1, 2025 to November 30, 2025. The herbicides to be used include:

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Heavy Duty Truck Technician

T.I.C. Parts & Service is expanding our operations and is now accepting applications for the position of Heavy Duty Truck Technician. We are looking for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our growing team. If you are passionate about the repair and maintenance of heavyduty trucks and want to work in a dynamic forwardthinking environment, this is the job for you!

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain heavy duty truck and trailer components.

• Operate various manufacturer computer programs to perform diagnostic tests.

• Diagnose trouble codes, disassemble engines and other truck components, and examine parts for defects and excessive wear.

• Recondition and replace truck and trailer parts and components using hand tools, pneumatic tools and precision measuring instruments. Conduct preventative maintenance inspections of truck-tractor components.

• Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations and compliance standards.

Requirements

• Level 4 Apprentice in Truck Transportation and Bus or Red Seal Journeyman status.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Strong knowledge and comprehensive understanding of technology and repair techniques.

• Excellent time management skills and adaptability within the work environment.

• Ability to identify problems and implement solutions with attention to detail, accuracy and meeting deadlines.

• Ability to participate in job duties

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Valid drivers license.

We Offer

• Competitive hourly wages. Comprehensive dental and medical package. Company RRSP program.

• Product-related training and development opportunities.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a supportive and growing company, apply today to join the T.I.C.

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Manitoba Environment and Climate Change Environmental Approvals Branch Box 35, 14 Fultz Boulevard, Winnipeg MB R3Y 0L6

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Public Meeting Invitation

Conservation Agreement on Municipal owned lands

Dear Residents,

The Municipality of North Cypress-Langford invites you to attend a public meeting to see what council has been doing with municipal land to save conservation and protect the future of our municipality.

This meeting will provide an opportunity for residents to learn more about Nature Conservancy Canada agreements, ask questions, and share their thoughts.

Meeting Details:

Date: April 9, 2025

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Wellwood Hall

Representatives from both the Municipality and Nature Conservancy Canada will be present to provide information and address any questions or concerns you may have. Your participation is important as we enter into these agreements and their potential impact on our community.

We encourage all interested residents to attend and be part of this important discussion.

Sincerely,

Ray Drayson Reeve

Municipality of North Cypress-Langford

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Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines.

Summer Student - Facilities

Summer Student – term (May to Aug 2025) Brandon, MB

Comp # 100-24/25

Salary: $17.00 hourly

Under the supervision of the Facility Manager or designate, the incumbent will primarily focus on landscaping and grounds maintenance tasks, ensuring that the college’s outdoor spaces are well-kept and aesthetically pleasing. This includes lawn care, tree pruning, flowerbed preparation, seeding, and general landscape cleanup. The student will also assist with basic building maintenance tasks, including minor repairs, painting, and upkeep of common areas within campus buildings.

For more information, please visit www.assiniboine.net/careers.

Assiniboine welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada, including Indigenous peoples, persons of all abilities, members of visible minorities, all genders and sexual orientations, and all other groups protected by the Human Rights Code.

Assiniboine College is privileged to provide learning opportunities on the lands of the Dakota Oyate, Nakoda Oyate, Ininiwak, Nehethowak, Nehiyawak, Anishininewuk, Denesuline, Anishinaabeg, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

For accommodations or alternative formats, contact careers@assiniboine.net or 204 725 8729.

If you are interested in this career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter with reference to Competition #100-24/25 to: careers@assiniboine.net

We thank you for your interest. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

MUNICIPALITY OF McCREARY PUBLIC NOTICE

2025 FINANCIAL PLAN

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act, that the Council of the Municipality of McCreary intends to present its financial plan for the fiscal year 2025 at a public hearing:

April 29, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

Council Chambers at the Municipal Office 432 First Avenue, McCreary Council will hear any person who wishes to make representation, ask questions, or register an objection to the financial plan, as provided. Copies of the proposed financial plan will be made available for review and may be examined by any person during regular office hours of the municipal office located at 432 First Avenue. Questions and comments may also be directed by letter to the Chief Administrative Officer or by email to municipality@mccreary.ca.

Dated this 27th day of March 2025.

Lorilee Ryzner, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of McCreary

Municipality of North Cypress-Langford Public Hearing

2025 Financial Plan

Date: April 22, 2025

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Municipal Office (316 4th Ave, Carberry)

At this time the Council of the Municipality of North Cypress-Langford will present the 2025 Financial Plan for the municipality. The presentation will provide an overview of the proposed financial plan followed by a forum for questions and comments from the public. The purpose of the hearing is to allow any interested person to make a representation, ask questions, or register an objection.

Copies of the proposed financial plan are available on our website www.myncl.ca or upon request from the municipal office, 316 4th Avenue during regular business hours. Questions and remarks may also be directed by letter to our Chief Administrative Officer or through our email address at cao@myncl.ca

Teresa Parker

Chief Administrative Officer

Municipality of North Cypress-Langford

April 4, 2025

(In accordance with subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act)

PUBLIC HEARING

2025 Financial Plan

Date: April 8, 2025

Time: 7:00pm

Location: 44 Main Street, Carberry, MB

At the time, date, and location above, the Council of the Town of Carberry will present the 2025 Financial Plan. The presentation will provide an overview of the proposed financial plan followed by a forum for questions and comments from the public. The purpose of the hearing is to allow any interested person to make a representation, ask questions, or register an objection.

Copies of the proposed financial plan are available on our website www.townofcarberry.ca, or upon request from the town office, 44 Main Street during regular business hours. Questions and remarks may also be directed by letter to our Chief Administrative Officer or through email address: cao@townofcarberry.ca.

Consultation with our community is an important component of the Town’s budget process. Council encourages you to attend.

Grady Stephenson

Chief Administrative Officer

Town of Carberry

April 4

(In accordance with subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act)

Fundraiser to support Npa. pocket park

Continued from Page 1 ArtsForward, which was also approached for this project, will be lending valuable volunteer hours to help prepare the park. The Neepawa Banner & Press had the opportunity to speak with Yvonne Sisley, who spoke on behalf of the arts and culture centre.

“I think this is a fabulous way of turning a blank space that was just basically weeds (prior to the landscaping) into something that’s a useful area in town,” Sisley enthused.

Sisley, who has worked with the Forgues on numerous occasions in the past, noted that the decision to get on board was easily made.

“It’s Marsha and Gary,” Sisley enthused, adding, “Dream Ride is near and dear to their heart. They came up with it and they’ve raised

a ton of money for special needs and kids going through stuff… I don’t think you can say enough about them— they just are selfless people who, everything they do, they are looking at how they can support and help others. So for me, it was a pretty easy ‘yes’ when Marsha was talking to me. I was 100 per cent on board. Not just with ArtsForward, but also with being a member of Town Council.”

Sisley also stressed that this is a project with several partners who are supporting it in a variety of ways. Thanks is given to each of them for their aid in bringing this idea closer to fruition.

How to support the park

The next step for those involved is to raise funds to cover the costs

of materials and construction for the park’s surfacing and amenities. This has taken the form of a Krispy Kreme donut sale fundraiser, which is currently underway. This is a split fundraiser which will benefit both the pocket park as well as funding for events and programming hosted by ArtsForward.

Those looking to monetarily support this fundraising initiative— and enjoy a tasty treat while doing so— can reach out to Yvonne Sisley at ArtsForward, Marsha Forgue (204-841-2-51), or Gary Forgue (204-740-0166) to place their orders. Orders must be in by Apr. 26. Orders will be in Neepawa for pick up from ArtsForward on May 10 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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FARM RETIREMENT AUCTION FOR RYAN PAWLUK TOWN OF VALLEY RIVER, MB

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 2025 SOFT CLOSE AT 7:00 PM

VISIT www.gartonsauction.com for equipment details, pictures, and bidding. FOR INFO OR VIEWING: Contact Ryan by text or calling 204-573-8060 TRACTORS, VEHICLES: 1993 JD 8870 4wd tractor; sold separate: Star Fire GPS 3000 receiver; JD 1800 display/auto track unlock; 1981 JD 8640 4wd tractor; Trimble system with EZ steer, 500 nav w/harnesses; Intl 656 diesel tractor; 1976 Chev C-60 truck, 1978 Chev C-65 truck; Western Star tandem-axle truck, 19’ box, etc; FARM MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT-see pictures/details: 2011 JD STS 9870 combine, headers sold separately; JD 615 belt pick-up for combine; JD 4895 25’ swather (low hours); JD 635 Hydraflex header; 2024 40’ header transport, tandem axle; Bourgault Commander 42’ cultivator; 2004 JD 4895 25’ Honey Bee header swather, mounted 8’ swath roller; 12’ Melroe 210 grain drill; Westfield augers; Degelman 3-bat PTO drive stone picker; qty Dutch paired row air drill openers; moisture testers, machinery parts, swather canvas; variety of grain bins, large diesel fuel tanks, etc. TOOLS, SHOP, YARD: Hundai 1250 generator; welders; Richie waterer parts; aluminum truck tool box; qty hydraulic filters, various sizes; lawnmower, gas trimmer, hydraulic log splitter and much more!

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Bye-bye barn!

The Newton barn, located near Neepawa, was believed to have been built in 1912. The farm was owned by Jim Sinclair and purchased in 1957 by the Newton family. The lumber and posts for the barn came from Riding Mountain. Murray Newton said, “We understand that the carpenter that built the barn hewed the timbers in the winter and when the barn was raised in the summer only one timber did not fit. The structure was all post & beam construction and was held together using one inch diameter wood pins.” During this past winter, the barn was dis-assembled by a group of farmers who salvaged the re-usable portions.” Newton reported that it only took the crew about a day to take off the metal sheeting and bring down the post and beam structure. The metal was recycled and the salvageable structural parts were hauled home for future use.

Gladstone Auction

Mart market report: Apr. 1

By Tyler Slawinski Gladstone Auction

Mother Nature says spring isn’t here just yet as we got another sprinkling of snow across parts of the prairies. Although bull sales, new born calves, and longer days speak differently. The cattle futures have been steady to slightly stronger the last few trading days, yet the market is higher in a few spots and slightly lower in others due to another concern on what kind of tariffs we may see implemented over the next day or two. Supply and demand is definitely holding the bottom of this cattle market in place. Today’s market didn’t seem to matter weather the cattle were heavier or lighter supply and demand either softened certain weight breaks or drove them higher. As fewer numbers of cattle trade, we start to see shortages in the market, driving up the prices in certain areas of the market. The market traded with mixed feelings I thought today it was stronger in some spots and softer in others. Cattle that will be fit for grass or breeding are selling very strong. We saw a very impressive set of cattle today and very good quality. First cut cattle are selling strong, there are still a few around, most of the feeder cattle sold very strong throughout today’s market. Second and third

cut cattle are definitely seeing big discounts, if they don’t fit the orders they are soon sorted from the packages. The cattle are still in demand, and I expect to see supply start to run short as we get closer to spring and sending cattle to grass. We sold 509 head of cattle through the ring in Gladstone Manitoba yesterday!

Cows and bulls sold with slightly lower averages, due to tariff uncertainty once again. Feeding type cows and heiferettes are still selling stronger than yielding cows. Yielding cows still traded from 178.00 to 195.00 looking like strong demands, as for once we didn’t see a whole pile this week. Feeding type cows are ranging between 195 to 200.00. Bulls traded slightly stronger ranging between 220.00 to 240.00.

Some highlights from the sale, black steers weighed 445 traded for a nice 615.00 per pound! Red steers weighed 538 and traded for 540.00. Fancy crossbred steers weighed 618 and brought 495.00. Crossbred steers weighed 726 pounds and they hit 426.00.Black hided Steers weighed 835 and they checked out at 396. Heifers, black heifers weighed 440 and traded for 531.00. A ring full of Black heifers weighed 570 and made 438.00. Buckskin heifers, weighed 665 and traded for 406.00. Last but not least a heavy set of red 865 pound heifers sold for 348.00. Hopefully that gives you an idea how the market played out!

Cattle producers if you have cattle to market, give us a call to book your marketing spot.

The Banner & Press is your reliable, local news source!

Nadia Douglas to perform in Neepawa

Submitted Kaleidoscope

The last concert of the 2024/2025 Kaleidoscope season is Apr. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at ArtsForward in Neepawa.

The last two concerts have sold out and this one is expected to sell out as well!

Nadia Douglas’ rich, dramatic alto voice takes audiences on a journey through classic standards, swing jazz, Latin favorites and beautiful ballads from the 1920s and beyond. This promises to be an intimate evening of music with Nadia and a trio of outstanding musicians onstage. With her

keen rhythmic intuition, and actress’ insight into the fraught poetry of a great lyric, Douglas breathes new life into every song she performs.

Nadia’s music will rekindle the fascination, enchantment and magic that the most memorable songs of a lifetime hold for all of us.

Get your tickets early to avoid disappointment and save money Advance tickets are $20 for adults and may be purchased at ArtsForward or online at Eventbrite. If the event is not sold out, tickets will be available at the door.

This event is made possible by the generous spon-

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Douglas will be the featured musical artist for the final concert of the Kaleidoscope season.

sorship of Rob Smith and Son, as well as a grant from the Manitoba Arts Council.

Neepawa 4-H Beef at RMWF

The Neepawa & Area 4H Beef Club was well represented at the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, courtesy of the individuals pictured here. With big smiles and their banner in hand, they were in attendance to take part in the 4H Parade.

The individuals seen here are: Kooper, Oaklyn, Averi Jury, Rachelle Madill and Ava Raddysh.

PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY MURRAY NEWTON

Nadia

Local medical professionals learn together at CARE Course in Neepawa

On March 1 and 2, 2025, local healthcare providers gathered at the Beautiful Plains Community Medical Clinic for a two-day, handson training event called the CARE Course. This inter-professional educational opportunity brought together Neepawa physicians, nurses, and EMS personnel to collaborate and practice their skills in managing various medical emergencies.

The CARE Course, “Community Advanced Resuscitation Education,” focuses on strengthening community among healthcare providers, aiming to retain healthcare professionals in rural settings. The program’s core content spans critical areas of medical care, including airway management, trauma (injury), obstetrics, pediatrics, neonatal care, and cardiac/ internal medicine emergencies.

What makes the course unique is its communitycentered approach. Unlike conventional training events in larger urban centers, the CARE Course is designed to occur in smaller communities like Neepawa,

where medical professionals live and work together. This local focus helps reinforce the bonds between healthcare providers and their communities. It also provides an opportunity to touch on the unique challenges of living and working in a small community where your friend or neighbour may be the one who needs emergency care.

month during the administration of the CARE Course.

The course structure is built on inter-professional teamwork. After some didactic learning in their respective groups, doctors, nurses, and paramedics worked in teams resembling their work environments, managing simulated patients in real-life scenarios. The simulations were made even more realistic

by involving real people acting as patients. This hands-on approach allows participants to respond to scenarios as if they were treating actual, injured individuals—a far more immersive experience than training on mannequins.

(Thank you to all the passersby who stopped to offer us help on the side of Mountain Avenue—we

were just practicing!)

The teaching faculty for the course are experienced rural healthcare providers, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and realities of working in low-resource, rural environments. The course’s philosophy is rooted in “peer-to-peer” education, where instructors who understand the nuances of

4-H area communications winners

rural healthcare delivery share their expertise with local professionals, rather than bringing in specialists from large urban hospitals who may not have the same experience with rural limitations.

The program, based out of British Columbia and supported by the Rural Coordination Centre of BC (RCCbc), has been offered across Canada since 2010. The Neepawa event marked the first time the CARE Course has been held in Manitoba.

We want to thank the local physician community for securing funding to host this invaluable experience in our community, which was held at no expense to the nurses and paramedics who participated.

The faculty members

were particularly impressed with the healthcare professionals in Neepawa, noting their exceptional clinical skills and, perhaps most importantly, their ability to work together effectively as teams. “We were incredibly impressed with the participants’ knowledge and skills, as well as their collaborative spirit,” said one of the course instructors. “It’s clear that Neepawa is home to a strong, dedicated group of healthcare providers.”

As rural communities across Canada face challenges in attracting and retaining healthcare professionals, the CARE Course represents a vital resource in fostering collaboration, education, and a sense of belonging within the medical field. By bringing together those who serve in rural settings, the program is helping to ensure that these communities are better equipped to handle medical emergencies while strengthening the bonds that make rural healthcare providers so essential to their communities’ well-being.

Thanks and appreciation are extended to Kinsmen Kourts 2, the Yellowhead Centre and the Neepawa Titans for their help with this event.

Correction:

A 4-H area communications event was held in Hamiota on Friday, Mar. 28. Pictured here are the winners for this speech-based event. Congratulations!

Pictured from left to right are: Aspen Emerson (Clover Bud speech), Sadie Sawchuk (Junior Speech) and Quinn Sawchuk (Senior Speech).

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In the RM of McCreary ratepayers story on page A14, Neepawa Banner & Press March 28/25, the first sentence in the second paragraph should have read, “On Jan.16, 2024, the RM council passed a resolution…..”. We missed the year and apologize for the error.

Ken Waddell, editor.

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CARE Course facilitators and local medical providers had a fun and educational time at the Beautiful Plains Community Medical Clinic last

The world is full of tiny, adorable little animals. This week, meet some of them on Kid Scoop!

Christopher Austin is a herpetologist studies reptiles and amphibians.

He wanted to find the animal making an unusual “tink-tink-tink” sound in the tropical forest of Papua New Guinea.

© 2018 by Vicki Whiting, Editor Je f Schinkel, Graphics Vol. 35, No. 4

Chameleon Cutie

The world’s smallest chameleon, the Brookesia micra chameleon lives on the island of Madagascar.

Adult males grow to only about a half-inch (16 millimeters) from nose to tail.

This chameleon is so small that you might miss it if you don’t look very closely. In fact, scientists did miss this tiny guy for a long time.

The Paedophryne amauensis frog is about the size of a housefly. It is so tiny that it can fit on a grape. It measures only about a third of an inch or 7.7 millimeters long.

He heard the noise coming from some dead leaves on the forest floor. He looked and looked but couldn’t find any animals. He grabbed a clump of the leaves and put them into a bag. Back at his camp, he checked each of the hundreds of leaves in the bag.

Madame Berthe’s Mouse Lemur

Imagine his happy surprise when a tiny animal hopped off one of the leaves. It was a tiny frog that no one had ever seen before.

Royal Antelope

The royal antelope is the world’s smallest antelope, measuring only ten inches tall and weighing less than seven pounds (3kg). This cute little creature lives in the rainforests of Ghana and Sierra Leone, but the chances of you seeing one are very slim because they’re nocturnal.

How many words can you make with the

The world’s smallest primate only one ounce (30 grams), or about the same as a slice of ________. It is called Madame Berthe’s mouse lemur.

While the cute critter is super tiny, it has large eyes which help it ______ at night and a tail that is _______

Dwarf Three-toed Jerboa

Some people compare its little body

Bee Hummingbird

The dwarf three-toed jerboa is the world’s smallest rodent. It weighs less than an ounce and is about 1.7 inches tall. Jerboas live in deserts and dry areas in North Africa and Asia, where they dig underground burrows.

Same But Di

erent

Tiny and small are different words that mean the same thing. They are synonyms. Look through the newspaper for some examples of synonyms. Can you find five?

Find the words in the puzzle. How many of them can you find on this page?

When I Grow Up

What do you want to be when you grow up? Write a paragraph about the job you would like to have one day and why you would be good at it.

letters in Royal Antelope?

How a Scientist Discovered the Tiny Frog Can you nd each frog’s