June 21, 2024 - Neepawa Banner & Press

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By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

A new, colourful addition to the town of Neepawa was made this past Sunday. On that day, sleeves were rolled up and brushes at the ready to Paint with Pride

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Neepawa and area 2SLGBTQ+ community members and allies were ‘painting with Pride’ at ArtsForward on June 16.

alongside the recently formed Neepawa and Area Pride group. The painting project was the creation of a permanent rainbow sidewalk, located just out front of ArtsForward. The intention of the installation is to create visibility for and to celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals that call

Neepawa and the surrounding area home.

Rhian Beever, president of Neepawa and Area Pride, provided some background on the group as well as some opening comments for the day.

“We Officially formed our board a few weeks ago, but started to do different

endeavors starting at the beginning of this year. We did an event in January, where we had a lovely turn out at the library, and then have done a few game nights since,” said Beever.

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Sober and social in Neepawa

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

It was hangouts over hangovers at Neepawa’s 2nd Annual All-Ages Sober Social on Friday, June 7. The evening, which was held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #23, featured a mix of mocktails, a variety of live music, as well as other alcohol-free entertainment options.

Jeff Desender, owner and operator of Frozen Fire Studio, helped to organize the social, and said that everyone involved is pleased with how it all came together. He added this year’s social saw a lot more people, including more from outside of the community, taking part in the festivities.

“We had people from Winnipeg, Shilo, Carberry and Brandon. Just from all over the place, who came to Neepawa and had a good time. It ranged from people who have family here, to those who have never been here before. It was a wide variety of people getting together and networking,” said Desender. “[The social] leaves all that alcohol, and that type of negative stuff that can follow, behind. So, it was just you, in your realest form, having a good time.”

Desender noted that the variety of musical performers booked for the night, said to him that they also enjoyed the overall experience.

“The performers just had a blast. We talked ahead of time and it’s like ‘We’re not even going to treat this like a gig, we’re just here to have fun.’, and they did. Desender stated. “We just had a great time, laughing and joking on stage, laughing and joking with the crowd. And all the musicians were doing that, and I think that changes

Preserving stories for the future

Beautiful Plains Museum opens fire truck garage and exhibit

the dynamic of an event like that. The musicians enjoy being there, and the crowd senses that, and then they get involved as well.”

Fundraiser for mental wellness

To go along with the fun and festivities, the Sober Social was also a fundraiser for Westman Mental Wellness & Suicide Prevention. Desender said they were able to raise $1,025 for the organization. He added they had modest expectations of achieving similar, if not slightly better results than last year’s $625, which was raised for Miles for Mental Health. But after they added up the numbers from the night, Desender expressed that they were surprised and thrilled to see just how much was brought in for this year’s worthy cause.

Advocate of the Year award

For the first time this year, there was also the presentation of the Mental Health Advocate of the Year award. This recognition was created to honour someone who doesn’t work in mental health, but volunteers their time to helping others with their mental well being. For 2024, Brenda Morris was named the inaugural Mental Health Ambassador of the Year.

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fire truck garage (seen in background) and firefighting exhibit, which officially opened on June 12.

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

Clear skies and sunshine graced the opening of the Beautiful Plains Museum’s fire truck garage on Friday, June 14. The ceremonies took place at the museum grounds, in front of the new garage, at 11:30 a.m. All were welcome to enjoy a hot dog lunch, music and tour the fire truck garage and museum.

“This project has taken several years to plan and implement,” said Drysdale.

This exhibit includes the man-drawn Franklin Fire Wagon from 1905, a variety of old firefighting equipment, photos from the area related to firefighting and a firetruck which had previously been believed to be from 1942. Drysdale noted that information was received the day prior to the opening celebrations. The information, if correct, would mean that it was used in Brandon prior to being used at Neepawa’s air training program in 1942.

Neepawa’s own fire de-

partment began in 1884! At this time, things were quite different. For example, quite a large number of buckets were kept in stock and would have been filled via one of the multiple wells that were once found throughout the town.

“This exhibit preserves these stories for the future,” said Drysdale.

Agassiz Constituency MLA Jodie Byram also provided comment during the opening day festivities.

“I’m honoured to be here today with the community

to celebrate the opening of the new home of the fire truck. It’s important that we pay homage to the bravery and history associated with those who have served in the firefighting profession,” said Byram, adding later, “This occasion is not just a celebration of the past, but a recognition of how far we have come.”

To see the exhibit for yourself, visit the Beautiful Plains Museum at 91 Hamilton Street in Neepawa.

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The fire truck seen above is one of the variety of items now kept inside the Beautiful Plains Museum’s

1974: Npa. Jr. Rifle Club presents rifle to Sangster

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

125 years ago, Wednesday, June 21, 1899

A woman wants a man for a husband, one with life energy, courage. Girls, if you get one without these good qualities, give him Rocky Mountain Tea. Twill do the business. Ask your druggist.

100 years ago, Friday, June 20, 1924

The 20th anniversary of the Inkerman congregation, held Sunday and Monday, was largely attended.

The Neepawa Creamery and Produce Company are offering prizes for an Amateur Cream Grading Contest, to be held at the Neepawa Fair, Friday, July 4, at 4:00 p.m.; open to farmers and farmers’ wives only. Not less than ten entries or more than thirty entries will be carefully handled by two official cream graders.

The Gladstone Age tells of the splendid success of a native boy in the domain of Uncle Sam.

Wm. J. Cameron started as a student of pharmacy and developed into [a] travelling salesman for druggists supplies. This brought him into touch with physicians and dentists and experimentation with their equipment. Eventually he patented and engaged in the manufacture of materials for which a great demand sprung up and he is now employing more than a hundred persons.

Neepawa board of trade has joined with Winnipeg and many other Western Canada centers in protesting to parliament against further suspension of the Crows Nest Pass railway rates agreement. The minister of railways and our representatives at Ottawa have been advised.

The young man mentioned is a nephew of Chas. Cameron, of Neepawa, and of Mrs. Jno. Mason, formerly of this town.

75 years ago, Thursday, June 16, 1949

Brookdale: Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Abbott are celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary on June 12 and will be at home to their friends from 3-5 p.m.

For over 10 years Eden has had a top-ranking ball club, also a strong competitor. Eden plays here Monday, June 20 at 6:30.

50 years ago, Thursday, June 20, 1974

The Neepawa Press was awarded first in the competition for best Christmas edition at the annual convention of the Manitoba Community Newspapers Association held in Brandon Thursday and Friday of last week. Second place went to the Carman Dufferin Leader and third to the Steinbach Carillon News. The shield had previously gone to the Carillon News for the past five consecutive years.

The Press also won second place for best editorial page and third place for best all around community newspaper in Manitoba with circulation over 1,500 subscribers.

Neepawa residents were treated, on Sunday

afternoon, to a preview of the massed band which will perform in the Red River Exhibition parade next Sunday, June 23 in Winnipeg. The band, under the direction of Ted Good of Brandon, is made up of members from the Neepawa, Hamiota, Carberry and Glenboro bands with over 100 musicians involved.

Although the Local Institute Program at McCreary is still to continue till June 28, a portion of it, dealing with senior citizens, was brought to a successful conclusion.

Two ladies who were instrumental in setting up the program were Mrs. L. F. Cantin and Mrs. D. Gamache.

20 years ago, Monday, June 21, 2004

The Manitoba Cattle Producers Association is calling for the establishment of a cattle plant that would test all cattle for mad cow disease.

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.

Don Sangster (left) was presented the top honour at the Neepawa Junior Rifle Club’s 1974 edition of its Marksmanship Event in June of that year. The rifle was donated and presented by Nelson Shoemaker (right), with it being the 15th rifle he has provided to the club. Don being the second member of the Sangster family to win the coveted award. His sister, Cathy, won it in 1971.

And now a word to you parents. Don’t keep on scolding and nagging your children, making them angry and resentful. Rather, bring them up with the loving discipline the Lord himself approves, with suggestions and godly advice.

Proverbs 22:22 (The Living Bible)

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Perspectives

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By Chad Carpenter

And then there were three

Ihave often spoken and written along the following lines. In life, we need the four “F” words, namely Faith, Family, Friends and Finances. And we need to keep them in that order. I learned long ago the need for faith, it’s essential. My mother and father and two older brothers taught me the importance of family. When I joined into my wife Christine’s family, the Lobels at Virden, my appreciation of family grew deeper.

Over the years, Christine and I have gathered literally 100s of friends over our 70 plus years of living, 55 of which have been together. We value all our friends.

As far as finances go, we farmed through the high interest crisis in the 1980s. When we bought our farm, the neighbours said we would never pay for it and they were right. Ironically, the price we paid for that half-section farm in 1974 would buy you less than 10 acres today. Finances can be pretty shifty, that’s why it ranks in fourth place on my list.

In 1979, we decided I would give up my job as Ag-rep with Manitoba Agriculture and go full-time farming and part-time auctioneering. The auction business lasted longer than the farm and transitioned us into the newspaper business. I am proud to say today that we have been involved in publishing, in one form or another, for 58 years.

We started full time in the newspaper business in 1989 with the birth of the Neepawa Banner, a free distribution paper. We started the Rivers Banner shorty afterwards by buying up the assets of the closed down Rivers Gazette-Reporter which was a much earlier amalgamation of the Rivers Gazette and the Rapid City Reporter. Our grandson, Micah Waddell, now owns the Rivers Banner and we have a management arrangement with him

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A thoughtful evening

It was a thoughtful evening. It was also thought provoking. The textbook ‘Poetic Experience, An Anthology of Poems for Senior Students’, published in 1955 (isn’t that a lifetime ago?) was hauled off the bookshelf to review one poem in particular. Like looking something up on the internet, I descended down the rabbit hole. The much worn and well loved textbook was the one I studied in grade twelve. This textbook was the one my father used while teaching in the Midland School Division, now a part of the Prairie Rose Division. So, it could have been in Roland or in Starbuck that his hand held the book and the faded underlining and notations are difficult to decipher– as they would have been when he wrote them!

to operate it. The Rivers Banner is a free distribution newspaper.

In 2015, we bought the Neepawa Press from Glacier Media of Vancouver. Hence today, the Neepawa paper is the Neepawa Banner & Press.

So now nine years later, our path and Glacier Media’s path crosses once again.

We are pleased to announce that we have purchased our third paper, the Virden Empire-Advance from Glacier. It too will now be a free distribution paper.

We are having a great amount of joy working on growing and expanding the Empire-Advance. Even after all these years, and with fewer visits than we wanted to Virden, it’s surprising how many people know Christine and her family. Both Christine and I have also been pretty much out there in political and social activities and I guess a few people have noticed over the years.

I believe that we will continue to grow all three papers by way of a tried and true formula.

A newspaper can be likened to a four-legged milking stool. For those of you who are too young to remember

what a milk stool is, if it’s missing a leg, it tends to fall over and you end up in the gutter behind the cow.

A community newspaper has to have four legs. Local news, editorials, ads and, oh yes, paper. Some may question why it needs paper. After all, in this day and age, everything is available on-line isn’t it? Well yes, but news printed on paper provides a much higher level of reliability and accountability. When it’s printed on a page, it stays written. In the Internet world, just about anything goes. You can’t tell truth from fiction and what’s presented one minute can be changed the next minute.

Like they say about contracts, “You gotta get it in writing.” Community newspapers get everything in writing! So, as the title of this column says, “And then there were three”. As a family, we are proud to now be serving with three community newspapers and look forward to doing so in the future.

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

One of the things that struck me was how many portions of the Bible were recognized as poetry and worthy of memorizing and understanding; Psalm 23, 1 Corinthians 13: 1-3, The Magnificat– Luke 1: 46-55. The one from The Book of Ecclesiastes, 12: 1-7, entitled ‘Remember Now Thy Creator’, dad underlined ‘Because man goeth to his long home’, and noted the examples: silver cord; golden bowl; pitcher; wheel are all symbols of life. That passage concludes with ‘Then shall the dust return to the earth it was; And the spirit shall return unto God who gave it.’ I have to wonder if studying these words could be more life enhancing and encouraging than being required to read ‘The Handmaids Tale’?

The textbook is divided into sections– British Poets, American Poets, Canadian Poets with the final section consisting of portions of longer works of poetry like The Rime of the Ancient Mariner and a part of The Canterbury Tales. Dad made notes beside ‘Canada: Case History’, written by Earle Birney, and the summation states ‘The poet here throws out a challenge to Canada to grow up, to be a man, to assert independence in thought and act’. I get that when I see the lines ‘This is the case of a highschool land, deadest in adolescence, loud treble laughs and sudden fists, bright cheeks, the gangling presence. This boy is wonderful at sports and physically quite healthy; he’s taken to church on Sunday still and keeps his prurience stealthy. He doesn’t like books except about bears, collects new coins and model planes, and never refuses a dare.’ Reading that carefully I see how much has changed already, and here the notation is a simple word– personal. Yup.

Human emotion captured by a poets words can be freeing, encouraging, and challenging. John Masefield’s ‘Sea Fever’, ‘I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky,’ confirms that this longing for a place, a scene, a scent, is natural. Canadian poet, Bliss Carman, in ‘Vestiga’, (footprints) speaks of finding peace, and God, in nature. There were no notes beside that one, and if dad had taught on it he would not have needed any notes, just sharing from his heart.

There were passages I don’t remember reading that caused me to pause, there were passages that brought me right back to the classroom. A lovely way to use an hour.

God cares; and so should we

It was chilly day in early fall, 55 years ago. I was tilling a field on our family’s farm; using our farm tractor (an old style 930 no colour Case, with no cab) pulling a 14 ft. chisel plow followed by a 14 ft. wooden drawbar to which were attached five diamond harrows. It wasn’t an up-todate system, but it was all we could afford at the time and it worked for us.

On this day, I was being followed by 50-100 sea gulls. The “black headed” birds flew right behind the harrows at an altitude of roughly four feet. They scanned the tilled soil, looking for bugs or worms to eat. When they found one, they stalled in mid-air, dropped to the ground, grabbed their meal and took off; all in less than 15 seconds. They were often joined by larger gulls with white heads. These gulls were after a larger quarry-field mice. They would catch two or three, then fly off and sit on a fence post surveying their domain while their

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meal digested. They came, they ate until they were full and then they left. They never ate too much. But they never went away hungry.

Two things impressed me about these birds. First was their incredible talent. Our land speed was five miles per hour. The birds looked from side to side as they flew, scanning a strip of land roughly 10 ft. wide. They rarely missed a potential meal.

I was also impressed by their reaction if another bird got to their meal ahead of them. There were no angry outbursts, no fights over territory, no retaliatory attacks. They never cried over lost morsels. They just took off and resumed their search.

This experience was

repeated many times that year. Looking back on it now, I don’t ever recall seeing any signs of worry on the faces of those birds (not that I would know what a worried sea gull looks like). They had no reason to worry. They knew that their creator had put more than enough food in that field to feed all of them. The farmer (in this case, me) was making it easier to find. They just had to go out and collect it.

But they also had to share what they found. I remember one occasion when a bird caught something that was too large to be swallowed in one gulp. So it tried to carry its potential meal to a safe place where it could be ripped into smaller portions and eaten one at a

time. No such luck. Other birds came by, and they started fighting in mid-air over what the first bird had caught. But they dropped it and the catch got away.

In his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus reminds us that the love and care God shows for the earth, its plants and its animals extends to us as well. God has promised to give us the food, clothing and shelter we need just like he did it for the birds who followed me while I was tilling our farm fields many years ago. He cares so much for us that he will give us more than we need. Do we care enough to share a portion of what we don’t need today with someone who has nothing? Do we trust God to repay us for what we’ve done?

That needy person who may cross your path today is a person for whom God cares. Maybe it’s time we started caring for others as God cares for us.

BP Museum history: Skiing at the valley

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Did you know that the location near Neepawa known as ‘Big Valley’ once included a ski hill? This was known as Shangri-La, and was created after some enterprising Neepawa folks decided in 1938 that a ski hill should be constructed there. It became Manitoba’s hottest new ski destination.

It was shuttered for the duration of World War II, with plans to resum operation once the conflict ended. However, it never reopened.

Pictured: Various scenes from ‘Shangri-La’.

There was an error in the details for the Alonsa School graduation ceremony details last week. The correct date and time for the Alonsa School graduation is June 22 at 2:00 p.m. The Neepawa Banner & Press apologizes for this error.

‘We wait, but don’t hold our breath’

Last August I wrote to the Banner about the unsafe conditions of the Carberry #1 & #5 intersection. This is how I ended my submission.

“The best we get is vague promises and dismissive correspondence about studying the situation.

Isn’t it MDTI’s mandate to make our roads as safe as possible? Wouldn’t it be nice if they showed the expedient concern that these life and death issues deserve?

I wonder if they will get rid of the piano that is dragging them down and stop lamely siteing regulations since another serious accident had happened at highways #5 and #1 on Monday, July 31?

Don’t hold your breath.”

I didn’t hold my breath but that doesn’t diminish mine and countless others’ frustration.

Like many local residents I avoid that intersection whenever I can. Also, like many local residents, I could detail a few of my own unsafe and nerve wracking crossings in the past year.

Whenever I am traveling at the posted 100 km/ hr on the Trans Canada, to the east or west of this intersection, I always get passed by vehicles exceeding the speed limit.

I realize infrastructure repairs and improvements are planned in advance but I see some improvements or repairs that could be bumped and suspended in favor of more critical work.

Had our government used some clout and demanded lights at this intersection immediately it would be done by now.

So as we reflect and many grieve about the fallout of the worst highway accident in Manitoba, we wait but don’t hold our breath for expedient action.

Very sad and frustrating. The piano is still firmly attached!

Rob Bjarnason Carberry, MB

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Thank you to the Town of Neepawa for the wonderful job of tilling the community garden! Greatly appreciated. Neepawa Community Gardeners Neepawa, MB

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In person: 423 Mountain Ave. Neepawa By fax: 204-476-5073 By email: news@neepawabanner.com

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THE BEAUTIFUL PLAINS MUSEUM

Helen Drysdale Pork ribs

Agassiz MLA spring report

out of helen’s kitchen

Spare ribs or baby back ribs? What is the difference? Baby Back Ribs are small ribs cut from the section of the pork where the ribs meet the backbone. (Upper rib cage) They have a steeper curve and are leaner, tenderer and cost more than spare ribs. Spare ribs are the other end of baby back ribs. (Lower rib cage) They contain more meat between the bones, but less on top. They are perfect for a low and slow cooking method due to the excess fat in this area.

If the butcher has not removed the membrane (silver skin) on the underside of the ribs, remove it. Go to one end of the rib rack, using a butter knife slide it under the membrane and pull. Start at the narrow end of the ribs and slide the knife under the membrane and it will start to lift up. Work the knife around in order to get enough of the membrane up so that you can grip it. Then gently peel the membrane back off the slab of ribs and discard.

With this recipe, we can make the most delicious baby back ribs that are fingerlicking’ good!

BBQ ribs

Spice rub:

1/4 c. light brown sugar

2 Tbsp. smoked paprika

1 tsp. onion powder

1 tsp. garlic powder

1 tsp. chili powder

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. pepper

Ribs:

2 racks baby back ribs, 4-5 lbs.

3 Tbsp. vegetable oil

1/2 cup chicken stock or water

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

1 1/2 -2 cups barbecue sauce of your liking

Peel the membrane away from the back of the rib rack if present then trim off any large pieces of excess fat. Combine all the spice rub ingredients to a small bowl. Rub the vegetable oil all over both sides of the ribs. Sprinkle half the spice rub over the top of the ribs then rub to coat. Flip the ribs over then sprinkle on the remaining spice and rub to coat. You can do this step earlier in the day, wrap the ribs in saran wrap and refrigerate until ready to use. Preheat a grill to 300°F, with the flames only under one half of the grill. Place the ribs on a baking tray, with the curves of the bones facing down. Add the chicken stock and vinegar to the tray. Wrap the tray tightly with aluminum foil and place on the grill over the side with no flames. Ribs should take about 1 ½ to 2 hours in total and internal temperature of the ribs reads 180°F to 190°F. Brush the ribs with BBQ sauce and transfer the ribs directly over lightly oiled grill grates. Cook each side for about 5 minutes. The sugars in the sauce will caramelize, creating just the right amount of beautiful, tasty char on the ribs. These ribs take a little time to cook but are easy to make in the oven. The picante sauce adds some heat to the ribs.

4 lbs. spare ribs

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup ketchup

1/4 cup picante sauce

1/2 cup vinegar

Spicy spare ribs

1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp. chili powder

1 tsp. garlic powder

1 cup chopped onion

Salt and pepper

Preheat your oven to 300°F. Salt and pepper both sides of your ribs and place in a roaster. Add 1 inch of water to the bottom of the roasting pan, put the lid on and transfer the roasting pan to the oven. Bake in the oven for about 1 1/2 hours. Remove ribs from the oven and check the meat. They should be starting to become tender. If they still feel tough, re-cover them and place them back in the oven for another 30 minutes. Near the end of the baking time mix all the remaining ingredients together. Transfer ribs to a plate and drain liquid from the pan. Return ribs to roaster and pour the sauce over. Turn oven down to 275°F and bake ribs, uncovered, for 1 hour more. Stir occasionally.

Neepawa RCMP searching for two missing teens

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RCMP Media Release

On June 18, 2024 at approximately 6:15 p.m., Neepawa RCMP were notified of two missing teens.

14-year-old Henry Gault is described as 6’00” tall and 180lbs, with long hair in a pony tail. He was last seen

wearing black hoodie with white art on the front and sleeves, black sweat pants, tan timberland boots and a navy/black baseball cap.

16-year-old Dannis Martin is described as 5’00” tall and petite, with mid-length reddish hair. She was last seen wearing a black zip-up hoodie with a grey hoodie

By Jodie Byram Agassiz MLA

The spring sitting of the legislature has wrapped up after three months of debate over numerous bills affecting people across the province, and I am proud of what my colleagues and I in the official opposition have achieved for Manitobans. Holding the government to be accountable to all Manitobans in my role as Progressive Conservative critic for labour, I have worked with other MLAs within the PC caucus to delay several pieces of NDP legislation that would damage business-labour relations. One of these NDP bills we have delayed would repeal the previous PC government’s fair and balanced law that currently allows non-unionized companies to bid on government construction projects. The NDP bill would do away with fairness and balance in the awarding of government construction work only to unionized contractors and potentially delay important construction and road works.

This and other new NDP

bills are designed to tilt the balance toward organized labour. For example, one piece of legislation would eliminate mandatory secret-ballot voting for union certification, after the previous PC government reinstated such secret ballots for fairness and democracy. If adopted, the new legislation would open the door to pressure and intimidation during the certification process and make it difficult for employers to use replacement workers during work stoppages.

More concerning, the latter bill is included within wider budget legislation, preventing Manitobans from having a say on these proposed changes to a legislative committee. This is not democratic, and it is not right for our province.

In my role as PC critic for immigration, as well, I am pleased to have brought public attention to other matters. One such issue involved Manitobans who had expressed justifiable concerns about problematic changes to the province’s immigrant nominee program. After our PC team raised questions in the house

and held the government accountable only then did we see action on the issues.

While holding the government to account, our PC caucus is proud to have passed three of our own bills for Manitobans. One of these bills designates Tyndall stone as the provincial stone of Manitoba based on the significant role it has played in our province’s history. Another PC bill will establish specialty Manitoba Parks licence plates to support endowment funds that ensure the beauty and ecological integrity of our 93 provincial parks. The third of these bills’ marks April 26 as Community Foundation Day every year, recognizing the numerous foundations that make meaningful and lasting contributions throughout our province, as well as their volunteers and donors.

With summer upon us here in Manitoba, I look forward to attending Agassiz community’s and participating in the many fairs and celebrations.

and flannel pajama pants. Officers believe they may be in the town of Minnedosa or surrounding area. If you have information on their whereabouts please call Neepawa RCMP at 204-476-7338, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

Minnedosa events

Neepawa preparing for Canada Day celebration

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

Neepawa certainly won’t be the only community hustling and bustling on Canada Day! Just down the road, at Minnedosa, a jam packed schedule of activities have been planned.

A pancake breakfast will kickstart the morning on June 1 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Minnedosa United Church.

Some early activities such as Zumba and sandcastle building will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the Minnedosa Beach.

Activities also taking place at the beach later that day include:

•A scavenger hunt; •Beach volleyball; •Rock painting; •Hay rides; •Face painting; and •Corn hole.

All of these activities and much more!

A full list of events and the times at which they are scheduled can be found on Minnedosa Parks and Recreation Services’s social media and the Town of Minnedosa website under Parks and Recreation.

Note: Canada Day festivities are also scheduled to take place in Gladstone. However, details of events could not be located on the paper’s print date.

Fireworks and an array of family oriented fun will likely be the highlights of Neepawa’s 2024 Canada Day festivities. Nicole Cooper, Neepawa’s director of recreation services, has told the Banner & Press that the Town is putting together a day that they hope will be something special.

“This year, we will have live music throughout the entire evening, with two local bands playing (LunchMoney and 5 double 1 Avenue). We will also have the usual crowd pleasers like the horse drawn wagon rides and children’s inflatables and activities. Habitat for Humanity Neepawa Chapter will also be doing a BBQ to raise funds for their project,” said Cooper. The live music and horse drawn wagon rides will both start at 5:00 p.m. at the Flats, where all the festivities will take place.

Cooper said the location had to be shifted from Riverbend Park due to safety considerations

related to setting off of the fireworks and their proximity to the campground and localized tree growth. The visual display, however, is still expected to be an impressive one.

While the majority of the events will begin at 5:00 p.m., there are still a few fun filled activities earlier in the day. They include a public swim at 1:00 p.m., a town wide scavenger hunt set for 2:00 p.m., and the Duck Dive at the Swimming Pool for 3:00 p.m.

As for community volunteers to assist during Canada Day, Cooper noted that they could still use a few more people to help with the festivities. She said she’s hopeful people can donate an hour or two of their time to help make July 1 a success. Anyone who would like to help can contact the Town office at 476-7600 for further details.

Neepawa’s Canada Day celebrations will feature several family oriented activities, which will be capped off at dusk with the annual fireworks display

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Open house held at Neepawa construction site

While we’ve all been looking at the progress from afar, some residents of Neepawa recently took advantage of the chance for an ICE Panel Look & Learn event at the Best Western Plus Hotel. The event was on June 14 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., and was an opportunity to tour a four-story ICE Panel energy efficient building product. Plans are still in place for a late winter/early spring opening of the new hotel in 2025.

Creating visibility and safety in Neepawa

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Beever added, “Basically, we’re providing a safe space for anybody in the community to come out and be who they are and be with people who they feel comfortable around. It’s open to the 2SLGBTQ+ community but also to our allies, our friends and family, which are so important in helping us to create that safe space that we all need that we know is here, but we also need to feel and to see.”

Paint with Pride, Beever noted, is all a part of creating that safe space and making the 2SLGBTQ+ community in Neepawa and area visible.

“We are here, we have always been here and we always will be,” said Beever. “I’ve had people ask me ‘why do you want to stay in the rural [areas] when you could go to the city?’ But we’re not meant to hide– we’re not meant to not be who we are.”

Beever added, “We have families,we have lives, we have jobs. We’re incredibly important to this community. We stand beside our neighbors and we do

2SLGBTQ+ community members, allies, friends and family of all ages put their best brush forward to add a symbol of visibility, inclusivity and safety to the town of Neepawa this past Sunday.

exactly the same thing as they do day in and day out. And that’s why it’s important we put our stamp on this community so that kids who are like us and are growing up beside us know that they are safe and can be exactly who they want to be and who they are.”

For the project itself, a section of the sidewalk was primed and then divided into segments to accommodate each of the colours that were to be used. All

were welcome to help paint the sidewalk, whether they be part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, allies, friends or family.

The flag painted by the activity’s participants utilized the colour scheme of what is known as the Progress Pride Flag. This particular flag was designed by an individual named Daniel Quasar in 2018. It uses the colours of the rainbow flag, which celebrates the community as a whole,

while also incorporating the trans (transgender) pride flag and the black and brown stripes from the design adopted by the city of Philadelphia, USA in 2017.

The blending of these elements by Quasar was to bring further focus to

the inclusion and progress within the 2SLGBTQ+ community for transgender

individuals and LGBTQ+ people of colour.

For Neepawa and Area Pride’s sidewalk project, the colours from this flag were touched up later the same evening to straighten any lines, as well as to add a white border stripe. The white stripe is functional, serving a purpose some may not be aware of.

“We have to make sure that the sidewalk meets with the Age Friendly Initiative,” Beever explained. “The white border denotes that it is a sidewalk, so that it is not confusing to someone with Dementia or Alzheimers.”

Gratitude was extended to sponsors Pyramid Collision, Home Hardware and ArtsForward and all those who came out to participate.

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PHOTOS BY EOIN DEVEREUX

PHOTO COURTESY OF ARTSFORWARD

PHOTO BYCASPER WEHRHAHN

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Stride Credit Union donate to Beautiful Plains Ag Society

Representatives with the Beautiful Plains Ag Society, as well as Stride Credit Union, gathered at the

Ag Grounds on Wednesday, June 12, for the cheque presentation

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

Stride Credit Union was in a very giving mood recently in Neepawa, and the Beautiful Plains Ag Society was the fortunate benefactor of that generosity. Representatives with the financial institution presented a cheque for $25,000 on Wednesday, June 12, to assist with the installation of new signage, as well as other upgrades at the Ag Complex.

Terri Roulette, the VP of Brand and Marketing for Stride, was on hand in Neepawa to present the funding support. She told the Banner & Press that the credit union believes in

to assist with upgrades to the complex.

being a strong supporter of all of the communities they serve, especially in ones such as Neepawa, where agriculture remains an important fixture.

“We have a solid membership base in Neepawa, so it only made sense to add our support to the [Beautiful Plain ] Ag Complex,” stated Roulette. “It’s also part of leaving a legacy behind. Ag is the backbone of our communities and when we can support the community by investing in a structure that houses events and honours that tradition, we’re all for it.”

Cam Tibbett accepted the donation on behalf of the Ag Complex and Exhibition Grounds. He

explained to the Banner & Press just where these funds will be distributed.

“Part of it will go towards the general operations and facility costs. But, we’re also looking at the barn and a large electrical upgrade. It’s important to maintain that type of infrastructure for a building like this,” said Tibbett. “Stride has been very good at supporting the local communities, so it’s very good to see them step up like this.”

As part of the funding support, Stride Credit Union will get naming rights at the complex and some new signage should be installed in the near future.

Gladstone Legion donates to Central Plains Cancer Services

Filipino Independance Day parade held in Neepawa

Neepawa’s Filipino community gathered together en masse on Saturday, June 15, to celebrate the culture and heritage of the nation, as well as Philippines Independence Day, which is recognized annually on June 12. The festivities kicked off with a parade, showcasing many of the different regions and cultures from within Philippines. The event shifted to the Yellowhead Centre in the evening for an array of food, dance and other celebratory events

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Neepawa

of $25,000

PHOTOS BY EOIN DEVEREUX

The Gladstone Legion Branch #110 recently donated $1,500 to the Central Plains Cancer Services. From left to right: Provincial President Ernie Tester, Sharilyn Knox Central Plains Cancer Services Chair and Sylvia Hayward President, Gladstone Branch 110.

Neepawa Minor Ball hosting baseball regionals

Banner Staff

Neepawa Banner & Press

The local ball diamonds are going to be packed this weekend…weather permitting of course, as Neepawa Minor Ball is set to host of the 2024 Midwest Regionals. There will be eight teams from the U11 Division and four from the U13 category participating in these concurrent tournaments.

For U11, there are two teams from Neepawa, as well as clubs from Rivers, Birtle, Hamiota, Minnedosa, Russell and St. Lazare. As for the U13, two Neepawa based ball clubs, along with Minnedosa and Russell, will compete. The weekend round robin schedule for the Neepawa Baseball Teams is as follows:

Friday, June 21

Neepawa U11 #1 vs. Neepawa #2 (1:00 p.m. at Diamond #2)

Neepawa U13 #2 vs. Minnedosa (3:00 p.m. at Diamond #4)

Neepawa U13 #1 vs. Russell (6:00 p.m. at Diamond #4)

Saturday, June 22

Neepawa U11 #2 vs. Birtle (9:30 a.m. at Diamond #2)

Neepawa U13 #1 vs. Minnedosa (9:30 a.m. at Diamond #4)

Neepawa U11 #1 vs. Rivers (12:00 p.m. at Diamond #2)

Neepawa U13 #2 vs. Russell (12:30 p.m. at Diamond #4)

Neepawa U11 #2 vs. Rivers (3:00 p.m. at Diamond #6)

Neepawa U13 #1 vs. Neepawa U13 #2 (3:00 p.m. at Diamond #4)

Neepawa U11 #1 vs. Birtle (6:30 p.m. at Diamond #6)

As for the Tournament finals, the U11 Regional Championship will take place on Sunday, June 23 at 2:00 p.m. on Diamond #2. The U13 Regional Final, meanwhile, will be at 4:30 p.m. on Diamond #4. Keep in mind that all these times could be altered due to weather conditions. Good luck to all the teams, and remember it’s just a game & have fun out there.

Massive storm causes massive tree damage in Neepawa

NEW PHYSICIAN

A new physician will be joining Beautiful Plains Community Medical Clinic fall of 2024.

Any residents needing a family doctor must register with Family Doctor Finder. All enrollment will be managed through the Family Doctor Finder program. Please refrain from calling the medical clinic. Individuals will be contacted directly to enroll in this physician’s practice. Registrants who already have a physician at the BPCMC will not be eligible to switch providers. manitoba.ca/familydoctorfinder 204-786-7111 (in Winnipeg) or Toll-free at 1-866-690-8260

A huge thunderstorm system, which included winds of up to 120 km/h in some parts of western Manitoba passed through on Sunday, June 16. Extensive tree damage was reported in many parts of southwestern Manitoba, including Neepawa. As bad as it may have seemed here, other locations, including CFB Shilo and Glenboro, reported golf ball sized hail and even spotted funnel clouds, though there was no confirmation of touchdown

PICTURE PROPERTY OF JODIE BAKER PHOTOGRAPY

PICTURE COURTESY OF THE TOWN OF NEEPAWA

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Neepawa Cubs undefeated streak hits four games

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The Neepawa Cubs are inching closer and closer to top spot in the Santa Clara Baseball League, riding the momentum of a recent four game unbeaten stretch. The Cub’s latest success was a 4-3 home win over the Austin A’s on Friday, June 14. Going into the top of the seventh and final inning of this match-up, the Cubs had put together a 4-0 lead. Austin, however, was able to get the bats going late, scoring three and making the end of the evening a bit more dramatic. Starting pitcher Garrett Rempel, however, was able to hold

on for his third win of the season. Over seven full innings, he surrendered just four hits, while registering 10 strikeouts.

As for their offensive efforts, Taylor Fletcher batted in three runs over the course of the game, while teammate Cody Pasowisty went 2-for-3 at the plate.

Neepawa was scheduled to return to the diamond for a rare Monday night game on June 17 against the Minnedosa Mavericks (1-80). Mother Nature, however, had other plans as rain in the region forced a postponement. No make up date for this game was confirmed before the Banner & press publication deadline.

Around the Santa Clara Baseball League

Submitted Neepawa Banner & Press

The Portage Padres downed the Plumas Pirates 7-4 on Monday, June 17 to move to 6-1-1 on the season in the Santa Clara Baseball League. The Pirates slide back to 5-3 and sit 1.5 games back of the league leading Padres. Elsewhere around the league, the Austin A’s downed the Carberry Royals 5-4 in a rain shortened five inning game to pick up their fourth win of the year and now sit at 4-4. Carberry falls to 3-6 on their 2024 campaign.

Spring Fever Races 2024 results

Banner Staff Neepawa Banner & Press

The Spring Fever Races 2024 was held on Saturday, June 8 at the HyLife Back Forty Bike Trail in Neepawa. This event was an official qualifying competition for the Manitoba Summer Games, scheduled for Aug. 11 to 17 in Dauphin. The top five finishers in each age and skill category were:

U15 MB Games

Qualifier

Male

1. Tayvn Scheepers (Time: 21:49.0)

2. Nevin Howanyk (Time: 21:49.8)

3. Jackson Byers (Time: 23:57.6)

4. Max Bundoc (Time: 24:32.9)

5. Nicolas Nazar (Time: 25:20.0)

U15 Qualifier

Female

1. Charlotte Klassen (Time: 26:30.1)

2. Sophie Saquet (Time: 29:17.2)

3. Bree Farmer (Time: 33:54.7)

U13 Qualifier

Male

1. Jordy Loewen (Time: 19:06.9)

2. Graham Zagozewski (Time: 19:30.9)

3. Dexton Scheepers (Time: 20:32.4)

4. Timothy Kreviazuk (Time: 21:28.0)

5. Cyrus Thomas (Time: 21:47.0)

U13 Qualifier

Female

1. Laine Burley (Time: 21:34.2)

2. Larissa Benson (Time: 21:55.4)

3. Claire Farmer (Time: 24:00.8)

4. Harriet Hawthorne (Time: 25:31.1)

5. Charlotte Jekat (Time: 27:55.9)

Sport Male (15+) & Sport Female (15+)

1. Aubrey Allan (Time: 38:46.4)

2. Lev Frykoda (Time: 39:46.8)

3. Marcus Huebner (Time: 40:11.7)

4. Brent Burley (TIme: 41:04.4)

5. Joseph Tabin (Time: 42:30.2)

1. Pinja Hyytiainen (Time: 45:25.9)

2. Vanessa Peters (Time: 52:30.4)

3. Daniela Kulhankova (Time: 1:10:21.6)

Expert Female (15+) & Expert Male (15+)

1. John Paul Peters (Time: 1:02:17.0)

2. Brett Zagozewski (Time: 1:03:19.0)

3. Graham Wiebe (Time: 1:04:41.1)

4. Olli Hyytiainen (Time: 1:05:39.4)

5. Ken Stojak (Time: 1:07:22.8)

Comp Female (15+) & Comp Male (15+)

1. Petr Kares (Time: 54:58.2)

2. Gordon Dalling (Time: 56:41.4)

3. Jiri Skopalek (Time: 1:00:17.6)

4. Jason Loewen (Time: 1;01:33.6)

5. James Benson (Time: 1:09:03.5)

PHOTOS BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Competition from across the province gathered in Neepawa on Saturday, June 8 for the Spring Fever Races. This event, held at the HyLife Back Forty Bike Trail, was a qualifier for the Manitoba Summer Games.

Classifieds

Wanted

Wanted: 4 cyl automatic transmission inexpensive car or minivan. Safetied. 204-771-3819.

Recreation

ATV’S, ATV’S, ATV’S. www.rodsatvs.com Best prices in Manitoba on New kids/adult ATV’S, DIRTBIKES, DUNE BUGGIES, UTV’S, GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, MOBILITY SCOOTERS AND KIDS ELECTRIC RIDE ON TOYS $299. Kids ATV $1999, Kids Dirt Bike $1199. Kids Dune Buggy $1999. New 4 Seater Golf Cart $9475. Text or phone 204-724-2438. Email rodsatvs@hotmail.com

Tender

Hay Tender Minto-Odanah

Tender Deadline: Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Tenders close at the end of the business day (17:00) on July 9, 2024. Act now to secure your bid. Property Details: ¼ section with 70 acres of alfalfa timothy mix. ¼ section with 100 acres of alfalfa.¼ section with 100 acres of alfalfa. Note: The acreages provided are estimates.Contact Information: Bid sheets, special provisions, and drone photos of the properties can be obtained by emailing louisgwilson@gmail.com. You can text or call Louis Wilson at 431-362-3042 for further details.

Obituary

Betty Joyce Steen nee Campbell

October 17, 1940 ~ June 14, 2024

Betty Joyce Steen, age 83, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2024. Betty was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, friend and devoted community member.

Betty was born on October 17, 1940, in Killarney, MB to parents Douglas and Mary Campbell. Betty spent her early years in Killarney and Brandon and completed her education in Medicine Hat before pursuing a career in the secretarial field. Despite her work there, Betty longed for Manitoba and her extended family. A job opportunity arose, and Betty accepted the offer from Carnation Foods in Carberry to work in the plant offices. This allowed her to meet and eventually marry the love of her life, Byron. Betty and Byron were married in 1968 and they settled on to the family farm near Gregg, where she chose to leave the workforce to fully dedicate herself to the farm and raising their two sons, Blaine and Blair. Betty managed the household and supported all the farm work that needed to be done. During the harvest she moved her office to the combine which she drove for many seasons. Betty ably supported Byron in his endeavours and still had time for her own. She was recognized by the Carberry community both as volunteer and citizen. Betty was deeply involved in her church community, where she faithfully served as a board member, Sunday School treasurer, food cupboard coordinator and any other capacity they needed. Betty planned and organized the lunch after the Christmas Eve service for many years for everyone to enjoy. Betty was also a member of the Carberry Royal Purple, Carberry Memorial Hall and Carberry Health Auxiliary. Betty was extensively involved in both the construction and renovation of both the Carberry United Church Hall and the Carberry Memorial Hall kitchen.

After their retirement from farming, Betty traded a combine for a lawnmower helping to cut the larger and larger areas of grass Byron deemed necessary to maintain. Betty and Byron travelled visiting Atlantic Canada, Alaska, Branson, Victoria and riding the Rocky Mountaineer. Eventually making the big move to town, they were welcomed by the community at the Lyons’s Estates. Betty cared diligently for Byron as his health declined, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to family until his passing. She continued to reside in Carberry until shortly before her passing at the Neepawa Health Centre on June 14, 2024.

Betty is predeceased by her parents, uncle Stewart, aunts Jean and Jessie, sister Jessie and her husband Byron. She leaves to mourn son Blaine (Lisa), son Blair (Marla) and grandchildren Brodey, Miles, Grayson, and Ellas. She is also survived by brother Norman (Bernice) Campbell, Sister in laws Linda Steen and Pat Steen as well as many nieces and nephews.

Betty’s legacy of love, service and dedication to family and her community will be remembered and treasured by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Betty will be deeply missed by her friends, family and community. May she rest in peace.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Carberry United Church or the Carberry and Area Foundation.

White’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements 204-476-2848 www.whitesfh.ca

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• Please check your ad when first published the Neepawa Banner & Press will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion.

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• We reserve the right to edit copy or to refuse to publish any advertisement we deem illegal, libelous, misleading or offensive

Personal

Crisis Pregnancy Centre Winnipeg: Need to talk? Call our free help line, 1-800-6650570 or contact our Westman office: 204-727-6161

Notice

Alanon meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa - Old Co-op Store. Tuesdays at 7 pm. Call 204-841-2192

Notice

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa, Thursdays at 7 pm. Call 204841-0002

Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call 204-368-2202

Minnedosa Handivan 204868-8164 Mon-Fri 9:00-3:30

In Memory

In Memory of Art Harris

May 31, 1929 - June 20, 2013

A page in our book of memories is gently turned today.

Dorothy and Family

Irene Smith

It is with deepest sorrow and sadness, we say goodbye to Irene Martha Isabel Smith (nee Barker) who passed away peacefully on March 24, 2024 at Country Meadows PCH in Neepawa.

Funeral Service for Irene will be held on Saturday, June 29th, 2024 at 11:00 am from Knox United Church, McCreary, MB.

Should friends so desire, please consider remembering Irene with a donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Manitoba or to the Parkland Humane Society.

The family would like to thank everyone for their kind words and expressions of sympathy.

Sneath-Strilchuk - McCreary Chapel 204-835-2004 • www.sneathstrilchuk.com

Ruby Jo-Anne (Jo) Rogers

Having lived a long and full life, Ruby Jo-Anne (Jo) Rogers passed away peacefully at Neepawa Hospital on June 13th, 2024. Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband Ken Rogers, her 5 children. David (Brenda), Linda (Michael), Nancy (Mike), Brenda (Grant), Michael (Margaret), 3 stepchildren, Dennis, Sharon (Mark), Debra (Al), 14 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Jo was predeceased by her first husband Neil Jackson and her four siblings, Betty, Helen, Jim and Jack.

She was born July 9, 1933 in Portage La Prairie. Being the daughter of an MTS employee, they lived in several communities, Morris, Carberry and finally Neepawa where she met her first husband of 39 years Neil Jackson. She and Neil had 5 children and raised their family on a dairy farm near Eden.

Her home was always filled with friends and family. Everyone was welcome. Many of our friends thought of her as their second mother.

Jo remarried in 1996 to Ken Rogers from Arden. They built a new home in Neepawa and have had almost 28 wonderful years together. They spent many winters in Texas and made lifelong friends.

A celebration of life will be held at the United Anglican Church in Neepawa on June 21st at 11:00 a.m.

The family would like to thank the Palliative Care and the wonderful staff of the Neepawa Hospital for their kindness and support through this difficult journey.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jo’s memory to the Neepawa Salvation Army.

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Notice

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

Livestock

Polled Hereford yearling bulls. Vern Kartanson. Minnedosa. 204-867-7315 or 204-867-2627

For Sale

Columbarium niche in Neepawa Cemetery $2000 not including name plaque or opening. For further information call 204-476-3094

For Sale or Rent

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

For Rent

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

Congratulations

Congratulations to Norma and Ed Drabyk on 60 years of marriage on June 20.

Coming Events

Come and enjoy Cowboy poetry July 4 at 7:00 p.m. at Carberry E. Free Church 409 Toronto St Carberry, MB. Donations taken, all proceeds going to performers. Coffee and dessert served after program. Everyone welcome. Call for info 204-476-0733. No tickets needed. Coming Events

Huge yard sale in Alonsa. West of the school. Fri., June 28 to Mon., July 1. 9am - 6pm daily. You won't be disappointed! Call 204767-2091

Auctions

Meyers Auctions & Appraisals. Call Brad at 368-2333. www.meyersauctions.com

THANK YOU

We would like to thank everyone for their acts of kindness shown to us in the passing of our brother and uncle, Brent Hunter. The treasured memories shared with us, food, cards, and donations are truly appreciated. Thank you to Mary Ellen and the Hospital staff for their guidance and care given to Brent and the family. Last but not least, thank you to Rev. Chad McCharles for the wonderful service at the Celebration of Life. He will be deeply missed, but will live on in our many cherished memories.

- Brent’s Family

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION Pesticide Control Program

Public notice is being hereby given that Turtle River School Division intends to conduct the following Pesticide Control Program.

1. Control of dandelions, broadleaf weeds and vegetation on the Running Track at Ste. Rose School (Ste. Rose du Lac, MB).

The herbicide to be used will be from the allowable list of herbicides as listed in Manitoba Regulation 286/2014

2. Control of rodents and insects on school grounds within the towns of Alonsa, Glenella, Laurier, McCreary and Ste. Rose du Lac, Manitoba. The Insecticides to be used include: Contrac Blocks Contrac Grain Bait Dr. Doom Pyrathrin Insecticide Powder

Dr. Doom Residual Dragnet

Dr. Doom In & Out

The proposed dates of application for these programs will be from July 15th, 2024 to October 31, 2024

Anyone likely to be affected by the above program, and who wishes to make representation either for or against the proposal, should contact Manitoba Conservation in writing within 15 days of the publication of this notice at the following address: Environment and Climate Environmental Approvals Branch 14 Fultz Boulevard (Box 35) Winnipeg, MB R3Y 0L6

Tender

FOR SALE BY TENDER

Please accept our invitation to submit a sealed, written tender for the respective property situated within the Town of Neepawa, in the Province of Manitoba, and described below to be received by: TAYLOR LAW PATERSONS LLP

Box 309, 269 Hamilton Street Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0

Attention: MATTHEW B. BLUNT

Telephone: 204-476-2336

Facsimile: 204-476-5783 mblunt@patersons.ca

Civic Address of the property is as follows: 333 Main Street, Neepawa, MB, R0J 1H0 Title No. 3221109/5

CONDITIONS OF TENDER

1. Interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property and not on any representations made by or on behalf of the Vendor.

2. Tenders must be received on or before 3:30 PM on July 18, 2024.

3. Only Tenders in sealed envelopes marked “TENDER” will be considered.

4. Tenders must be accompanied by a twenty (20%) percent deposit by way of certified cheque or bank draft payable to Taylor Law Patersons LLP.

5. Highest or any Tender not necessarily accepted. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

1. The Closing of any Purchase and Sale resulting from an acceptable Tender will take place on a mutually acceptable date for both parties (the “Closing Date”).

2. The bidder whose Tender is accepted will be required to complete an agreement covering the terms and conditions sale.

3. On acceptance of the successful Tender, the balance remaining will become payable on the Closing Date. If the balance of the accepted Tender is not paid as of the Closing Date, the deposit will be forfeited as liquidated damages and not as a penalty.

4. If a part of the Purchase Price is to be paid from the proceeds of a new Mortgage, payment of that amount may be delayed by the time required for registration of the Mortgage at Neepawa Land Titles Office and for reporting to the Mortgagee, and if so, that amount shall bear interest payable to the Vendor at the same rate as the new Mortgage until paid.

5. Possession will be provided to the Purchaser as of the Closing Date.

FOR FURTHER PROPERTY INFORMATION, AND TO SCHEDULE A VIEWING, PLEASE CONTACT THE VENDOR DIRECTLY AT (204) 212-2373.

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

Heritage Co-op is accepting applications for the position of Bakery Manager at our Minnedosa Food Store, MB.

The Process close date June 28, 2024. Kindly visit our website for more information. www.heritageco-op.crs

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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 25 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

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• 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

HyL ife 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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We are hiring!

We have a new opportunity to highlight:

Research Assistant – ACSLL Project (Ag Climate Solutions Living Labs Project)

Russ Edwards School of Agriculture & Environment

Full time, Term (June 17, 2024, to February 26, 2027)

Competition #: 172-23/24

Minto – Rourke Farm, Manitoba

Salary: $48,615 to $59,095 annually ($25.79 to $31.35 hourly)

This will be a 1.0 FTE Research Assistant Level 2, who will be based out of Minto at the Rourke Farm and work with the Faculty Researcher on a 3 year Ag Climate Solutions Living Labs project. This position will support the execution of the project which includes management of the project, under the direction of the Faculty Researcher, including equipment operation, handling seeding and maintenance of field trials. The RA will be responsible for compiling data, ensuring equipment is kept in working order, assisting with data analysis, troubleshooting the project, report, and manuscript preparation.

For more information, please visit our careers website at 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’s campuses are located on the traditional territories of Treaty No. 1 and Treaty No. 2, and the shared traditional lands of Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, Dene and Anishinabek/Ojibwe peoples, and the homeland of the Red River Métis Nation.

If you are interested in this career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter with reference to Competition #172-23/24 to: careers@assiniboine.net

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

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa BaNNer & press

Despite the fact they’ve been in existence for almost five decades, there is still an alarming amount of people who don’t really know what Habitat for Humanity is all about. Fortunately, the Neepawa chapter of Habitat recently held an information session to shine a light upon some of that apparent mystery which still surrounds the non-profit group.

Partnership housing

About a dozen people gathered at the United Church in Neepawa on Monday, June 18, to learn about the organization, and the requirements for participation within the program. One of the more consistent falsehoods about Habitat for Humanity is that they are “giving a house” to the selected family…That is simply not true.

Amanda NaughtonGale, who lead the meeting on behalf of the local Habitat committee, told the Banner & Press that it is proper home ownership.

“Sometimes there is a misconception about what being a Habitat for Humanity family really means. It’s not a free house, it is purchasing and agreeing to a mortgage and that mortgage is just really give a huge benefit to a family to get them into a situation where they can build equity,” said NaughtonGale.

At its core, Habitat partners with a selected family, who’s total income ranges between $32,000 and $84,600. The house is then built through the Habitat program to suit the needs of that particular family, and sold to them at the fair market value. There is no down payment required and the monthly mortgage that is paid is always 27 per cent of the families gross income. Another important part of the deal is that there is no interest on the mortgage payments, like there would be if you purchased a home through the bank or a Credit Union.

At it’s simplest terms, you are still buying that home, just like everyone else.

“This is a partnership. We want to make sure that the family that is chosen will

be set up for success,” said Naughton-Gale.

What is sweat equity?

There are other requirements for a family to partner with Habitat for Humanity. One of which is ‘sweat equity’, but don’t worry the term, because it’s not nearly as taunting as it may sound. Naughton-Gale explains that all sweat equity is, at its core, is giving back locally in some way.

“Families are required to put in 500 hours of sweat equity. But that doesn’t necessarily mean that’s at the house, building it. That’s improving their community, helping out other places.”

The deadline to apply for partnership is July 19. For any people who were not able to attend the meeting, they can contact Amanda at the Salvation Army Thrift Store, or at info@neepawa. habitiat.mb.ca. An application meeting is required with families to explain the process. Naughton-Gale notes that it is worth it for those hoping to establish their families future in a positive way.

‘Music on the Porch’

Neepawa’s wicked whiplash of weather on the evening of Wednesday, June 12, cleared up just in time to provide clear, sunny skies for the first of three Music on the Porch events put on by Blair and Kim Chapman (pictured). The Margaret Laurence Home was the chosen venue for the evening and The Hims were welcomed as a special guest. Performances were given from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with all welcome to bring a lawn chair and enjoy the evening, as well as make a donation towards the Little Valley Jamboree. of rain, music would be moved inside the Margaret Laurence Home.

PHOTO BY CASPER WEHRHAHN

Creating a night for people to remember

The art of Katy Martin to be showcased at 2024 Gold Thread Gala

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

An exhibition and auction of the works of Neepawa artist Katy Martin will be the centrepiece of 2024 Gold Thread Gala in Wasagaming. Scheduled for Friday, July 5 at 6:00 p.m. at Danceland in Clear Lake, the Gala will feature 10 large oil paintings created especially for the event. It will also include music from artist Zach Weston, and delicious food catered by The Lake House.

As for the paintings themselves, Martin said the concept behind most of this specific work revolves around landscapes and wildlife. She noted that theme was very much on purpose to try and capture the natural beauty of Clear Lake country.

“I wanted to create an art viewing and buying experience that was different from what people are used to and I also wanted to get some exposure in the Wasagaming area. I created a collection of 10 large oil paintings of the breathtaking views of Riding Mountain National Park over this past winter and then I got to work planning the Gala,” said Martin. “My hope is that people can come and view and bid on original paintings of the area.”

While Martin has had her art previously displayed in a variety of exhibitions, the Gold Thread Gala, for her, feels a little bit more distinct.

“Every exhibition is different, having their own challenges. [But] this one is very different because I’m orchestrating the whole event and not just creating paintings to sell, I’m creating a night for people to remember,” Martin emphasized. “I’ve also teamed up with a local non-profit Riding Mountain Biosphere Reserve, and we will be raising some money for this wonderful organization at the event. I think if we can make buying authentic art fun and exciting, all while using the platform to raise funds and awareness for a good cause then we are winning all around.”

Tickets are $65 and will only be sold until June 21. Tickets can be purchase online by visiting www. katymartinartist.com.

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The artwork of Katy Martin (pictured above) will be showcased at the Gold Thread Gala in Wasagaming on Friday, July 5.