February 9, 2024 - Neepawa Banner & Press

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Neepawa Health Centre and the Beautiful Plains Medical Clinic are about to take a major step forward.

Under the guidance of Program Director Dr. Brian Milligan of the Beautiful Plains Medical Clinic, Neepawa will be home to a two year medical residency program.

Program administrator Jenna Kilburn, who will be assisting Dr. Milligan in administering the program, told the Banner & Press that “The Residency Program is funded by the University of Manitoba and is held to the standards set by the College of Family Physicians of Canada as well as the Max Rady College of Medicine at U of M.” Kilburn also noted that as soon as they know which resident doctors are coimng to Neepawa, they will be releasing the information so that the community can start to get to know the new doctors even before they get to town.

“The Residency program is a team effort from all medical staff as other physicians will be involved in the learning process for the Residency students.” said Kilburn.

As for when the program will begin, it is planned to

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As of July, the Beautiful Plains Medical Clinic (pictured) in Neepawa will serve as the home for a Residency Program funded by the University of Manitoba. Dr. Brian Milligan (far left picture) and Jenna Kilburn (near left) will administer the program locally.

start in July of this year.

How will it be structured?

This learning year, Neepawa will have two Resident Year-1 students. Those two will then move on to Resident Year-2 here in Neepawa and we will then receive two new Resident Year-1 doctors. With each

year down the road, Neepawa will have two Resident Year-2 students graduating from Family Medicine.

The BPM Clinic is owned by the Neepawa Area Development Corporation (NADCO), a municipal partnership involving the Town of Neepawa, the RMs of North CypressLangford, Rosedale and

Glenella-Lansdowne.

Since purchasing the formerly privately owned clinic several years ago, the building has been renovated extensively and expanded twice. Seven of Neepawa’s doctors rent space in the clinic to operate their medical practises and the clinic is also home to Valley Optical.

Neepawa Hospital is being replaced by a new one currently under construction east of Neepawa. At various announcements, it has been stated that the new hospital will have 17 doctors and where to get staff has been a concern. At a community meeting, Prairie Mountain Health CEO Brian Schoonbaert said that

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Additional provincial funding available No run of the mill changes to Neepawa’s business district to Beautiful Plains School Division BPSD getting $1.3 million increase in allocation

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

School Divisions across the province, including Beautiful Plains, are set to receive some additional funding from the Manitoba Government. On Feb. 1, Education minister Nello Altomare announced the Province is increasing its annual allocation to public and independent schools by $104.2 million.

This extra support begins in September and will vary between divisions, based on factors such as enrolment. The average amount to be distributed will be 3.4 per cent of a School Division’s annual budget. That percentage is about 50 per cent higher than Manitoba’s current rate of inflation.

The $104.2 million includes: • $51.5 million in operating costs for public schools; • $3 million toward smaller class sizes; • $27.5 million for nutrition programming: • $11.3 million for capital

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support, which includes principal and interest costs related to building schools; and • $10.9 million to independent schools.

“After years of feeling the pinch, schools and kids deserve a government that’s ready to fund them at the level they deserve,” said Altomare, during the press conference, announcing the new investment. “Funding will be stable and predictable

for divisions while we develop a new funding model for the next fiscal year.”

BPSD reviewing the impact For the Beautiful Plains School Division (BPSD), the amount of new support comes out to about $1,357,000 for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. This includes a portion of the nutrition funding that was also announced on Jan. 30.

Beautiful Plains secre-

tary-treasurer Shannon Bayes explained to the Banner & Press what happens next on a local level.

“As a growing division, we are grateful for the increase in funding as our growth continues throughout the division. Funding is based on enrolment, however, it does lag behind growth. The board will be reviewing the funding received and making decisions over the next few weeks where these funds will be utilized,” stated Bayes.

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A change to the look at 263 Hamilton Street in Neepawa, with new signage recently put in place, The signs for the Mill Lifestyle were installed on Thursday, Feb. 1. The boutique currently plans to open on Feb. 20.

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The pre-budget survey for the 2024 season is available online and can be found via the Town of Neepawa’s social media, on its website, or in hard-copy at the Town Office.

This survey was initially announced via the Town’s social media

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Note: The Neepawa Banner & Press reached out to the Town of Neepawa for comment on how the survey was progressing thus far, but did not receive comment before the print deadline.

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Looking Back

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

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2004: Neepawa landmark destroyed by fire

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

125 years ago, Saturday, February 4, 1899 A flag staff having been erected on the central school building, it is expected the Union Jack will float in the breeze from the top of it today. The same display should be made from as many other buildings as have facilities.

100 years ago, Tuesday, February 5, 1924 Travel by motor car between Neepawa and adjacent towns of Gladstone and Minnedosa continues at frequent intervals. But for local trips especially north and south, the runners in general use. Wood is brought in on wagons.

75 years ago, Thursday, February 10, 1949 Mentmore: Mentmore Slick Chicks Club held t he i r r e or g a n i z a t i o n meeting last week with four new members joining.

Officers are as follows: president, Ruth Hockin; vice president, Margery

Lottin; secretary, Shirley Hockin; treasurer, Edythe Sumner; leader, Mrs. F. C. Murray; assistant leaders, Mrs. C. H. Hockin and Mrs. C. Drayson. Plans were all made for the year.

50 years ago, Thursday, February 14, 1974 Loyd and Irma Sirett and their eleven year old daughter, Sally, are leaving from Winnipeg on Feb. 15 for two years service in Zambia. They are going out under the CUSO (Canadian Un iver s it y S er v ices Overseas) organization and will be situated close to Lusaka, the capital of Zambia…

The Sirretts have always been vitally interested in the life and conditions of other countries and visited Zambia and Kenya two years ago. They were given the opportunity by CUSO and have been making serious plans for about a year. Their son-in-law will look after the home farm in their absence.

20 years ago, Monday, February 9, 2004 The last man to escape

Above: Firefighters poured water on the burning structure until later afternoon on the day it occurred.

Below: The Hamilton Hotel as it once appeared.

from the burning Hamilton Hotel will be the first to tell you he’s lucky to be alive.

“I thank God it wasn’t my time,” said Negusu Gbru a day after the fire.

Despite losing many of his personal possessions, including documents and a laptop computer, Gbru said he feels “lucky to be alive”.

W hile the other 10 residents of the three-story hotel managed to escape down the stairs and through fire exits, Gbru was trapped on the building’s ledge near his second story room, prepared to jump…

Gbr u hung on and esc aped i nju r y when firefighters managed to reach him with the town’s ladder-truck.

The fire in the 100-yearold hotel broke out around 2:00 a.m. Monday with thick smoke soon engulfing the second floor.

A century-old Neepawa landmark was reduced to a pile of ice-covered rubble Monday when the Hamilton Hotel burned to the ground.

Neepawa f i re ch ief Robert Childs said one of the 11 tenants that escaped from the three-storey brickcovered building called in the fire alarm shortly after 2:00 a.m.

Dan Hamilton was a Neepawa-based hog and cattle trader who ran the Avenue Meat Market when he decided to get into the hotel business in 1904.

According to the June 3, 1904 issue of the Neepawa Press, Hamilton’s plan was a “go” and construction on the $30,000 hotel began that year.

Hamilton env isaged a three-storey structure with a grand restaurant featuring white tablecloths and a ballroom, “essentially a farmers and traders rendezvous,” the Press story said…

Along with the hotel

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The 100-year-old Hamilton Hotel in Neepawa was reduced to smoldering ruins in February of 2004.

Above: Due to the cold weather, firefighters took turns dousing the hotel with water.

Hamilton built barns to shelter patron’s horse teams.

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That is what is meant by the Scriptures which say that no mere man has ever seen, heard, or even imagined what wonderful things God has ready for those who love the Lord.

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By Chad Carpenter

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Reaching out versus peering inward

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have often pondered about laws and traditions around the Christian church.

In 1906, Canada’s parliament passed The Lord’s Day Act which was intended to protect Sunday as a day of worship and rest. The law was struck down by a 6-0 vote of the Supreme Court in 1985.

Christian churches still hold worship and instruction services mainly on Sunday mornings. In comparison to 1906, or even 1985, attendance is down, way down across the land.

Many church buildings have been torn down, burned or re-purposed.

Sunday became a replacement for Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath. On-line I found this explanation. “Why did we change the Sabbath to Sunday?

While Jesus himself did not make a final break with the Sabbath, he so weakened it in the minds of his followers that they found it natural to move from worshipping on the Sabbath—a day of restrictions —to Sunday, a day associated with the joyous freedom brought about by the resurrection of Jesus.”

It may be hard to determine if Sunday, as The Lord’s Day, has played out the way Jesus intended. The Sabbath was wrapped up in, some would say strangled, by rules. It has always been a puzzle to me how the Ten Commandments of the Old Testament (Old Covenant) could morph into hundreds of rules. One clue is that Jewish academics and theologians didn’t trust people to take the Ten Commandments and live by them.

The ancient Christian church followed a similar path of piling on rules upon rules to “help” God out.

It has been thus for over 2000 years.

Occasionally reform or revival breaks out and a re-set takes place. It isn’t long before the rules prevail over the Ten Commandments and the Church slides back into legalism. neepawa

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Right in the Centre Ken Waddell Why do churches insist on having their main event on Sunday at 10 or 11 a.m.?

You couldn’t likely pick a worse time for young families. Five days of school and school activities followed up by a Saturday of catching up on shopping and household duties leaves people pretty much tired out by Sunday. By noon Sunday, children and some adults are hungry and attention spans dwindle.

Maybe I am over reacting but it seems to me that Jesus and his disciples met most days and frequently, not just Sundays. I don’t think they were as addicted to Sunday mornings as churches have become.

It has always been so, but a lot of people can’t make it to a Sunday morning meeting all the time. Doctors, nurses, all health care workers, factory and shift workers, police and fire staff, the list goes on. I strongly feel that church organizations need to be much more flexible.

It has often been decried by church members and leaders that bars and hockey rinks are better attended than churches. There are some reasons for that. Both bars and hockey rinks are less judgemental than some churches and maybe more fun. Did you ever wonder why bars have round tables?

It’s so there can be face-to-face interaction, something that is largely missing in churches. Hockey rinks are more fun than many churches.

Churches are set up like lecture

halls and that is ok, to a point, as it is an efficient way to deliver a consistent message. However, if there is no chance for discussion at some point, the eyes front, central podium is prone to becoming a position of control. The pulpit or podium has been used by the church hierarchy to wield their control more than it has been to spread the Love of God. The secret for survival for churches is to remain relevant and become more relevant in today’s world. Churches should be out and about. Rather than crying about hockey tournaments being on Sunday, perhaps they could volunteer to have kids activities at the tournaments. Between games, the hours get pretty empty and boring so maybe there’s a way to fill those hours with kids activities.

I also know that churches are always short of money (or think they are) but wouldn’t it be cool if a church actually signed up as a sponsor at local sporting or other events.

I know this column is a bit farfetched and perhaps way off base but I do know this. Many churches have died and many more are attended by very old people. Jesus always went out into the community. He went to the people and if churches don’t follow his example, they won’t be here in ten years.

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wice last week I was driving in pea soup fog. On the Thursday, heading to Carman for a funeral service for a family member, I was thankful that a grandson was driving. As we turned south from Highway One, we entered a fog zone. It never lifted. We became a part of a convoy, semis and passenger vehicles all proceeding carefully at less than 80 kms. Knowing me, we had given ourselves ample time for travel, and we needed it all. The conversation in our vehicle helped take my mind off the poor visibility, and the ticking clock. The ride back was pleasant and clear. Then on Friday we needed to head to the Brandon airport. Leaving here around ten thirty, we drove in fog, sometimes dense fog, and sometimes with a poor but adequate range of vision. The departure was scheduled for one thirty. Visions of the day before Christmas when the fog prevented any aircraft from landing or leaving Brandon, and the confusion that caused, I wasn’t certain my daughter would be getting back home to Saskatoon by nightfall. I stalled, having a slow lunch in the city, in case there was news of a cancelled flight. Nope.

Text came that the craft had arrived, and everything was just minutes behind schedule. So I headed home. Yup, the plane was ready for loading and the visibility wasn’t all that bad. By the time I reached Forrest, and now I was by myself, the fog was settling in. By the River’s turn off, it was thick. Four way flasher thick. Thank God for passing lanes. I knew there was a vehicle ahead of me, I spotted it every once in a while. And in the passing lane several units took the opportunity to get ahead of. I was ok with that!

It wasn’t until the Franklin turnoff that I stopped the four ways. And by the time I reached town, I was breathing easier. Not a fun drive, either day.

It took me back to the time I drove my father to Rosthern, Saskatchewan. He was adamant that we could not go through Saskatoon- it was some time later I learned the reason why- and so we were on an unfamiliar road and drove into fog so thick one didn’t dare stop, or turn around, or turn…just creep slowly forward. Thankfully we came to a small community with street lights, found out just were we were, and slowly the fog lifted.

There are times in my real life I feel like I am in a thick fog. Can’t see clearly what lies ahead, and can’t see clearly where I came from. Too foggy to stop, to foggy to turn around, can only proceed with utmost caution. Can’t say for certain exactly where I am. It’s not a good feeling. Grief does that, abuse does that, economic distress does that, and broken relationships do that. It happens to many of us for varying reasons. This is where my faith is my anchor, my North Star, my comfort and guide. In the times I need to slow way down to find my way, I am confident I will. The fog will lift.

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Perspectives

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Your gifts; your choice; Part I

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f all the decisions I must make each year, the one I write about today is the hardest. Every January, I review, revise and renew my “Faith Promise Offering” for the coming year.

The process I use has three easy steps. First, I choose a dollar amount. It’s money I don’t have– yet; but money I am trusting God to supply. Next, I choose the groups to whom the funds will be given as they come in. Finally, I decide how much each group will receive. The whole process takes less than 30 minutes.

Donations are recorded and regularly reviewed so that I can chart my progress through out the year.

At year’s end, I close that year’s file and set targets for the coming year. I hope to continue doing this for many years to come.

In choosing the total amount for each year’s offering, I mix realism with faith.

I know that roughly twothirds of my offering can be taken from the income

Faithfully Yours

Neil Strohschein I earn throughout the year.

God supplies the rest-often in ways and from sources that I hadn’t anticipated.

I advocate FPOs because I believe that the total amount we give each year and the charities to whom we donate these funds are decisions made between ourselves and God. The only others who will know how much we have given are the financial secretaries of the charities to whom we donate the funds. And they are expected to keep the names of donors and the amounts of each donation secret.

I believe that FPOs enable us to live out the spirit of St. Paul’s words to the Corinthians: “On the first day of every week, each of you is to put aside and save

whatever extra you earn, so that collections need not be taken when I come.” (1 Corinthians 16:2) Now I realize that what you have just read may not agree with what you have been taught or what your faith tradition expects of you. I am fully aware of those who teach that “payment of tithing” is a Biblical principle and that your tithe (10 per cent of your gross income) must be paid to your local church or denomination. I am also aware of traditions that set no guidelines at all for their adherents and don’t even pass an offering plate during a worship service.

Donors leave their offerings in a designated place in the church as they enter or use an increasingly popular

option– pre-authorized withdrawal from their bank account.

You are free to choose the criteria by which you determine how much you will donate each year. I will not judge you for the criteria you use. Please don’t judge me for the criteria I use.

In Romans 14:4, St. Paul admonishes us with these words: “Who are you to pass judgment on servants of another? It is before their own lord that they stand or fall.”

One day we all will stand before God; and he will ask each of us to account for what we have done with the resources he has given us. He will judge us based on what we tell him and on what else he knows. And his judgment will be just, righteous and fair.

This year, let God guide you to the groups he wants you to support; and help you decide how much each group should receive. God will help you choose wisely; and you will not regret the choices you will make.

BP Museum history: The Safeway corner in Neepawa

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Gladstone cattle market report

By Tyler Slawinski Gladstone Auction Besides the mud, water and sloppy mess this weather is creating in cattle yards, the weather has been quite remarkable lately! It’s a struggle to keep the straw packs clean and fresh ruts from being made before the next freeze up! Feed rations need to be adjusted to maintain gains, pens need to be constantly bedded to keep cattle clean, healthy and on the right track.

The market continues to gain momentum; as grain prices seem to be losing ground, fed cattle seem to be doing what only seems logical– getting stronger.

Cat t le fut ures were green and cattle were in strong demand this week.

We sold 1,084 cattle though the ring in Gladstone on Feb. 6.

The market saw a variety of cattle; whether they were big or small, the market welcomed all classes of cattle with open arms.

The market was quite aggressive with reassuring returns! Fat cattle are getting current, boxed beef is selling, how long will it take to turn those freshly broke canola acres back into grazing pastures?!

Cows and bulls traded with plenty of strength from 120 to 140 with sales to 149.00, showing higher averages. Bulls traded

Gladstone Auction Mart Cattle Market Report Feb. 6, 2024 Steers

3-400 lbs.

4-500 lbs.

5-600 lbs.

6-700 lbs.

7-800 lbs.

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Heifers

$4.60 to 5.11 $4.37 to 5.06 $4.00 to 4.50 $3.67 to 3.94 $3.32 to 3.55 $3.04 to 3.28 $2.60 to 2.95 $1.40 to 1.51

3-400 lbs. $3.90 to 4.47 4-500 lbs. $3.75 to 4.35 5-600 lbs. $3.67 to 4.17 6-700 lbs. $3.10 to 3.45 7-800 lbs. $2.97 to 3.16 8-900 lbs. $2.60 to 2.95 900+ lbs. $2.45 to 2.99 Cows $1.20 to 1.40 1,084 head sold

with consistency, ranging between 140.00 to 151.00.

Some market highlights from todays sale, crossbred steers weighed 528 brought 444.00. Charolais steers weighed 620 and brought 394.00. Black hided steers weighed 748 and traded for 350.00. And a big set of Red X steers weighed 890 and they brought 320.00 per pound! Heifers, red heifers weighed 535 and traded for 386.00. Charolais heifers weighed 618 and brought 340.00. Crossbred heifers weighed 748 and brought 303.50. And a fancy set of big black hided heifers that weighed 825 and they fetched 294.00.

Cattle producers, plan to attend yet another bred female sale on Friday Feb. the 16th at 1pm. This sale will see between 2-300 Bred cows and heifers.

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The focus of this feature is Neepawa’s Safeway.

H o w e v e r, t h e i m a g e above is a double-hitter.

Safeway can be seen on the left, in the same location it stands today.

On the right, and no longer found today, is the storefront for a business called North Star Oil. Pictured at left: The interior of the Safeway.

This set of photos dates to February 17, 1959.

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Chinese New Year

This year Chinese New Year is February 10 and 2024 is the Year of the Dragon, an animal that embodies good luck, strength and health. Tied to the lunar calendar, the holiday began as a time for feasting and to honor household and heavenly deities, as well as ancestors. Lunar New Year is the most important celebration of the year among East and Southeast Asian cultures, including Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean communities. The 15-day celebration begins with the new moon and lasts until the full moon. The New Year’s Eve reunion dinner is a big event with all family members reuniting which usually includes several generations. Chinese people try very hard to attend this family event, often traveling long distances. After the reunion dinner parents give their children red envelopes with money enclosed and wishing them health and good studies in the coming year. Red is China’s lucky color, so the money in the red envelopes is called lucky money.

Part of the celebration are parades through the streets with long, colorful dragons or lions being carried by numerous dancers. Setting off firecrackers and fireworks are part of the celebrations. It is a way to scare away the evil and welcome the arrival of the New Year. Many people go to visit the tombs of their relatives. The last event of the celebrations is the Lantern Festival. People often hang glowing lanterns in homes and temples and carry them during a nighttime parade. Certain foods are eaten during the Chinese New Year celebrations for their symbolic meaning. Dumplings are believed to bring wealth in the coming year. The rice ball’s rounded shape symbolizes reunion and being together. Spring rolls look like “gold bars” and represent a wish for prosperity.

Shrimp represents liveliness, as well as happiness and good fortune, because the Cantonese word for shrimp, ha, sounds like laughter. Tangerines are the most traditional fruit to grace the table as they are particularly round and golden in color, symbolizing fullness and wealth.

Classic and traditional Chinese green onion pancakes can be served at any meal.

They are sometimes served with hot sauce or a dipping sauce.

Chinese green onion pancake 2 cups flour Sauce 1 cup boiling water 1/4 cup soy sauce 1 1/4 cup green onions, 1/4 rice wine vinegar sliced very thin 1 Tbsp. sugar 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 Tbsp. sesame oil 2 Tbsp. sesame oil 1/2 Tbsp. fresh ginger, grated 3/4 tsp. salt 1 clove garlic, minced 2 Tbsp. sesame seeds Combine the flour and the boiling water in a bowl. Stir with chopsticks or fork until a soft, fairly sticky shaggy dough forms. On a lightly floured surface knead until smooth for several minutes. Return dough to the bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. Divide dough in half and roll each half into 16X10 inch (40X25 cm) rectangle. Mix the two oils together and spread 2 Tbsp. of the oil mixture over each triangle. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the green onion over each rectangle and sprinkle with the salt. With the long edge facing you roll up each triangle from the bottom into a fairly tight rope. Shape each rope into a coil (like a cinnamon bun). Rub a touch of the oil onto the tops of the coil. Sprinkle each half with the sesame seeds.

With a rolling pin flatten each coil into a 9 inch (23cm) diameter disc. Heat a frying pan to medium heat. Pour 1/2 Tbsp. of oil into the pan. Add pancake and cook until golden brown about 3-4 minutes per side. Flip and cook remaining side until golden brown. Fry the other pancake, adding more oil as needed. Garnish with the remaining green onions and serve with dipping sauce.

Chinese almond cookies are thought to bring financial luck into the New Year. Their round shape resembles that of a coin which symbolizes wealth and good fortune.

Chinese almond cookies 1/3 cup butter, softened 1 tsp. baking powder 1/3 cup vegetable shortening or lard 1/4 tsp. salt 2/3 cup sugar 1 egg, beaten with 1 Tbsp. of water 1 egg (egg wash) 1/2 tsp. almond flavoring Almonds, whole or slivered 1 3/4 cups flour Preheat oven to 325°F. Combine butter, shortening and sugar in a bowl. Mix in the egg and almond flavour. Beat until light and fluffy. Add the flour, baking powder and salt to the butter mixture and stir until it well mixed. You can refrigerate the dough for several hours making it easier to handle. Take pieces of dough and roll them into balls about one inch wide. Place them on an ungreased baking sheet about two inches apart and then press them down slightly using the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass.

Brush each cookie with egg wash and place a whole almond or almond slivers in the center. Press to adhere as needed. Bake until edges and bottoms are lightly browned, 10-14 minutes. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Here’s hoping you wealth and good fortune.

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In their own words: The Town of Carberry Minor Carberry council byelection Hockey Recap

By Jolene Balciunas Local Journalism Initiative

A byelection is currently underway for the Town of Carberry. The need for the election was due to a vacancyopened after Councilor Emma Denton submitted her resignation effective Dec. 4, 2023. Denton had been elected to council in the 2022 municipal election.

The nomination process for the council byelection end on Jan. 30, according to the Town’s website. In total, four candidates are vying for the position on Council. They are (in alphabetical order): Micheal Hamilton, Ray Johnson, Debbie Rea and Samantha VanDamme. Here are the biographies/ platforms of each candidate in their own words. Election day is scheduled for Mar. 6.

Editor’s note: Due to space restrictions within the newspaper, portions of the information had to be edited down to fit the available space.

Micheal Hamilton We decided to move our family to Carberry about 15 years ago from Brandon to give our children a better environment. Better for their education, better for their social well being, better for their safety, and let me tell you, I feel we succeeded in that endeavor.

Carberry has been a place where you can walk down the street with your head up instead of down for fear of offending someone by making eye contact. It’s a place where you can wave at complete strangers and they reciprocate instead of flipping you off. It’s a place where your neighbor cares what happens to you and yours and hopes the best for you.

Carberry has been welcoming and accommodating to my family throughout the years and I believe it’s my turn to help keep it that way.

I have worked at Gabler Welding for the last eight years, providing our community with the highest level of service and getting to know a great amount of people along the way. To say that I get along well with others, so I have been told, would be an understatement. Working with all kinds of personalities can be challenging but I’m up to the task.

If elected, my main goals for Carberry would be to have a fiscally prudent, fair to all council that listens to the citizenry.

After talking with many of the business owners in town I feel that fostering a good working relationship with existing businesses will not only help them flourish but will also encourage new business to come to our town. After all, we will not be able to attract more people to come live here if we can not support them.

I take a rational, common-sense approach to anything I do and serving you on the town council would be no different.

Thank you all for your time and consideration and remember to get out and VOTE! Ray Johnson Community and service in the community has been a big part of Ray’s entire life.

Ray moved to Carberry the first time a year before he married Leslie (Downey). Ray and Leslie have two adult children and four granddaughters. Jason and family live in Winnipeg and Kelly and her family live in Drayton Valley, Alberta. During their years in Carberry, Brandon and area they were members of the Kinsmen/Kinettes as well as a member of Kiwanis of Brandon.

Ray coached the young players as well as played for the Plainsmen hockey team in Carberry making an impact in the lives of the players and in the community at that time.

He has carried a creative passion to be a catalyst for change in every community he has lived over the years whether in business or community organizations or in faith-based organizations.

Ray and Leslie moved back to Carberry a second time in the spring of 2013. This is a place to meet, build relationships and connections for the strengthening of those living in this community of Carberry where we now call home for nearly eleven years.

GOAL: To build strong relationships, strong families for a strong and healthy community.

For Carberry to prosper and grow economically, socially and spiritually.

To be a strong voice as a man of integrity, a creative thinker and one with strong belief systems in place to grow this stronger community, Carberry a City of Destiny Continued on Page 17

By Jolene Balciunas Local Journalism Initiative The Carberry Minor Hockey U13 Plainsmen traveled to Dauphin this past weekend for the Silver Smash tournament. In their first game, they won 7-0 against the Brandon Hurricanes. The second day saw them play McCreary first thing in the morning with a 3-2 loss.

Following up with a win against St. James 8-3 in the afternoon. Day three of the tournament would see Carberry take on Virden and take home a 3-0 win. The U13 Plainsmen finished the Silver Smash tournament with a well earned silver medal.

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traveled to Virden and took home a 6-4 win.

U9’s had a doubleheader this weekend with a morning game against Boissevain, winning 21-4. As for the afternoon game against Virden, Carberry ended up with an 8-7 loss.

The Carberry/Glenboro U15 team played in Hartney on Saturday, losing 2-1 in a nail biter. On Sunday they hosted Melita, winning 7-2.

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By Sgt. David Taggart Spruce Plains RCMP In the month of January, the Spruce Plains RCMP responded to 200 occurrences. We conducted many traffic stops in the area. On one traffic stop we seized cocaine, methamphetamine, break in instruments and non-taxed cigarettes. 39 -year-old Stefan Neufeld of Alberta was arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine and methamphetamine, and possession of break in instruments.

T he S pr uc e P l a i n s RCMP executed a Drug search warrant on a residence i n M i n nedosa .

Police seized Methamphetamine with a street value of $1,000, a prohibited weapon and $500 cash. Shanella Spence, 28-years-old, was charged with possession for the pur pose of traf f ick ing methamphetamine and possession of property obtained by crime. 30-yearold Thereon Laquette was charged with possession of a firearm, possession of a weapon, carrying a concealed weapon, and three

counts of failing to comply with an Undertaking. Both were released from custody with various conditions. .

Speeder of the Month: Goes to a 52 year old male from Winnipeg. Travelling at 153 km/hr in a 100 zone through the RM of North Cy press-L ang ford. A serious offence notice was issued which puts the drivers licence under review to see if it’s suspended or not.

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Mourning a monument full of memories Gladstone community soon to bid farewell to historic Galloway Building

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press The Gladstone community will soon say farewell to a long-standing piece of history. The Gladstone Chamber of Commerce announced on its social media on Feb. 6 that the time has come for the ‘historic beauty’ known as The Galloway building.

With the announcement, the Gladstone Chamber shared a few words of thanks and recognition for the occasion, as it is a landmark that is close to the hearts of many. “[The Galloway building] has supported this town in many different capacities since its beginning, but we need to look beyond “the building” and recognize the small business owners who worked hard to keep the doors open and provide services and products to this community for so many years,” the Chamber posted. “Having a short understanding as a small business owner, there aren’t enough thanks or praise I can give those brave entrepreneurs. My mom always said small business owners are a ‘breed of their own’.”

PHOTOS FROM GLADSTONE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE , GLADSTONE THEN AND NOW 1871-2001 AND BY KELLY RINTOUL

The longstanding building known as The Galloway in Gladstone will soon be taken down. Pictured left: Still beautiful to behold, the building suffered too much inside damage to be restored. Pictured right: The Galloway, prior to the December 2022 fire.

They added, “The Galloway history has a part in us all… But while we mourn another monument gone, let’s be thankful for what it had provided us, the memories it gave us and let’s give thanks again to those who took the chance and put in the hard work to extend its

life for so long.”

One such individual was The Galloway building owner Mike Vercaigne, of Gladstone. Vercaigne put a lot of time and effort into the restoration of the historic building, turning it into rental business space and housing.

In an interview with the Neepawa Banner & Press, Vercaigne said that after the disastrous fire that occurred on Dec. 25, 2022, “A mutual agreement was worked out with the insurance company. Because the interior walls and f loors were insulated (in the renovation) the damage was so extensive that repair wasn’t feasible.”

Vercaigne said he has no plans for the land.

A brief history According to ‘Gladstone Then and Now 1871-2001’, The Galloway’s history starts with Roper and William Galloway, who came to Gladstone in 1881. On Feb. 14 of that year, they

opened their general store business, which would continue under their ownership until 1909.

The business had three locations, with two of these being on Morris street. The location of the first store was on Saskatchewan Ave., across James St. from the Malcolm’s Hotel (which would later be the MTS building).

In June of 1886, the Galloway Bros. Store moved to the vacant premises of Peter Ferguson’s store building on Morris (which would later be the site of the Gladstone Elks Lodge).

A large, new store was then erected in 1902. This store had a floor space of 10,560 square feet and the

cost to build it was estimated to be $15,000. It operated on two levels: groceries, dry goods and furnishings were on the main floor. At the top of an ornate stair case was a bay area where the money-changer was. There was also an elevator.

In the upstairs was a millinery, ladies’ clothing and gent’s clothing.

This business reportedly carried the largest stock at any country point in Manitoba.

The Galloway Bros also opened a butcher shop in the building they had vacated across the alley in 1908 and hired Angus Kennedy, who later would become the full owner of the butchery.

The Galloway building (left), as it appeared in the old days, and Galloway Brothers’ Departmental Store (right).

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Muffins can be prepared in advance and are easy to enjoy in hand for a breakfast that involves lounging and love. “Blackberry Crunch Muffins” marry coffee cake and muffin elements and tart berries for something that is equal parts breakfast and dessert. What better idea for Valentine’s Day? Try this recipe, courtesy of “Lord Honey Traditional Southern Recipes with a Country Bling Twist” (Pelican Pulishing) by Chef Jason Smith.

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the f lour and sugars. Add the oil, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk, and stir to combine.

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‘A weekend of fun on Lake Minnedosa’ 2024 Skate/Rock the Lake dates set, preparations well underway

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Skate/Rock the Lake participants and viewers enjoying the community fun at Minnedosa in 2023. The 2024 event is right around the corner!

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press Minnedosa is well prepared for some up and coming outdoor festivities.

Next weekend, on Feb. 17 to 18, the community’s iconic Lake Minnedosa will be home to the 16th annual Skate the Lake and fifth annual Rock the Lake ‘Pondspiel’. These events are held each year in benefit of Minor Hockey projects and gets people out enjoying sport in the outdoors.

Skate the Lake features non-contact, four-on-four format hockey using customized nets instead of goalies and special rules to ensure safety and fair play.

Rock the Lake has twoperson teams conducting stick-curling, no sweeping and going through eight ends of play.

With the 2024 event right around the bend, Tanis Barrett, member of the organizing committee, reported on Sunday, Feb. 4, that preparations on Lake Minnedosa were almost complete prior to the recent

warm spell.

“The town of Minnedosa created the rinks for hockey and curling and have been keeping them cleared. Our volunteers painting the curling rings and setting up the crokicurl area are looking for cooler weather before they get that finished,” said Barrett.

“Once the temperature gets cooler again, we will have to assess what might need to be done on the Lake to have the rinks ready again.”

Barrett added, “Off the ice, preparations are full steam ahead. Registrations for hockey and curling have been quick to come in and are almost full. Soon the schedules for each pond hockey game and curling match will be put together, sponsors and donations are being set up and our Minnedosa Minor Hockey teams are putting together their volunteers to run their shifts for the weekend.”

Additionally, the volunteer committee members are reportedly hard at work ensuring there will be food, drink, heat and places

to sit in at the Pavillion.

Volunteers have also been planning for the setup of a large tent from Shilo and the placement of over 100 bales for places to sit, put on skates and to hold the scoreboards at each rink.

“Personally, I am excited to see how quickly sponsorships and registrations have come in. To me, that means our events are established and people look forward to a weekend of community fun on Minnedosa Lake,” Barrett enthused. “Some of the planning for this year started right after we wrapped up in February of 2023, so it will be great to see all the planning come together to create Skate and Rock the Lake 2024 in a couple of weeks.”

Any who wish to take part in the fun by cheering the teams on are welcome to join the festivities at Lake Minnedosa. Specific times for these events are expected to be made available on Skate the Lake’s website, skatethelake.ca, by approximately Feb. 14.

4-H Canada announces 2023 Leadership Awards

By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner & Press The Volunteer Leader of the Year Awards have been announced by 4-H Canada. The Leader of the Year Award for Manitoba is Shelley Bjarnarson.

Bjarnarson is in her 25th year as a 4-H leader with the Neepawa & Area 4-H Beef Club. Shelley has also been instrumental in the success of the Neepawa & Area Fat Stock Show & Sale, holding President and Treasurer positions. The nomination was a partnership between the Neepawa & Area 4-H Beef Club and Rapid City 4-H Beef Club. Shelley is an extremely deserving recipient of this honour as she puts her heart and soul into ensuring every member has an equal opportunity for success.

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Shelley Bjarnarson is long-time leader of the Neepawa & Area 4-H Beef Club. She farms at Gladstone.

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‘Without all of [the support], this wouldn’t be possible’ Minnedosa’s Curling for a Cure gears up for fifth annual event

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press Curlers are preparing to ‘hurry hard!’ for a cause in Minnedosa next weekend.

That’s because, from Feb. 16 to 18, the Minnedosa Curling Club will be home to the community’s fifth annual Curling for a Cure Funspiel.

“We started this event in 2018 to try and raise a little bit of money for our relay for life team. We started this in honour of my Gigi (Nick Melnyk), who was diagnosed with terminal cancer that year,” said Chad Yanchycki, head organizer. “It meant a lot to him to give back money to cancer programs in Manitoba.”

That first year, Curling for a Cure raised $3,500 and, since then, it has picked up steam. The event, which originally allowed for 16 teams, was adjusted to allow 24 teams last year due to high demand. Additionally, the 2024 event is the fourth sell-out in a row for team sign-ups.

“This year, we sold out in mid-January– a month prior to the event. A majority of the teams that enter come back every year. We’d be 80 per cent of teams coming back– and from all over Manitoba, too,” Yanchycki

shared. “65 per cent of our teams are from outside the Minnedosa area. We have such great support from people and businesses.

Without all of them, this wouldn’t be possible.”

Ya nc hyc k i a dded , “When we started this event, our goal was to raise $100,000 in 10 years. We will be darn close to accomplishing that in five.

To date, we have raised $61,530!”

Curling for a Cure is working toward a fundraising goal of $30,000 for 2024, with proceeds being split 50/50 between Candlelighters Childhood Cancer and Cancer Care Manitoba.

“I’m ver y conf ident we can get there, too,” Yanchycki enthused.

A rink full of fun Along with supporting the cause, Yanchycki noted that this event is all about coming out and having fun– ‘a bunch of laughs and a good time’– no experience required.

“Out of our 24 teams, I’d say roughly 14 of them curl on a regular basis. Then we have some new curlers, curlers who only come out for our event each year and people in between,” said Yanchycki. “We play music in the rink all weekend long

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and just enjoy a fun-filled weekend.”

The 2024 Curling for a Cure will kick off with three draws on Feb. 16, with the first starting 5:00

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Food will also be available via Missy’s Kitchen for the duration of Curling for a Cure.

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Submitted Neepawa Novas Gymnastics Club It was a bright and early Saturday morning in Neepawa, as the Yellowhead Centre was alive with gymnasts warming up for the first competitive session of the day. Neepawa Novas Gymnastics held their 2024 Invitational on Jan. 27, which featured seven clubs from across the province, including a team from as far away as Flin Flon. In total, there were 168 gymnasts, coaches and judges, as well as a spectator area full with fans and family.

Great day for the Novas The competition itself featured Level 1-6 Canadian Competitive Program (CCP) gymnasts competing over four sessions throughout the day. As for the local result, our Novas started the season out with some fantastic scores and brought home multiple medals. Those placings include: Chay Cox: CCP 6 Gold All-round; Kaitlyn Burgess: CCP 6 Bronze Allround; Jayden Zalluski: CCP 4 Gold All-

round; Jane Winter: CCP 4 Silver All-round; Natalie Henton: CCP 4 Fifth Allround; Reagan Zalluski: CCP 3 Gold All-round; Kylie Reynolds: CCP 3 All-around; Elienna Pinnette: CCP 3 Silver Allround; Ava Lang: CCP 3 Gold All-round; Madison Chandler: CCP 3 Fourth All-round; Kyanna Speiss: CCP 3 Third Allround; Crysten Stevenson: CCP 2 Gold All-round; Chaelyn Skomorowski: CCP 2 Bronze All-round; Ally Trotz: CCP 2 Gold All-round; Blakely Goriak: CCP 2 Gold All-round; Avie Wilson: CCP 2 Fourth All-round; Raven Garcia: CCP 2 Gold All-round; Alora Bryant: CCP 1 Gold All-round; Scarlette Watson: CCP 1 - Silver Allround; Karmen Zalluski: CCP 1 - Silver Allround; Lennon Birnie: CCP 1 - Silver Allround; Rosalynn Froewerk: CCP 1 - Silver All-round; and Quinn Dunning: CCP 1 - Bronze Allround.

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Members of the Neepawa Novas Gymnastics Club after the 2024 Invitational, held on Saturday, Jan. 27 at the Yellowhead Centre.

Thank you to our head coach Amanda Leboutillier and Kaylanne MacDiarmid for their support and encouragement during the day. As well, a huge thanks to all the parent volunteers who spent countless hours before and during the day to pull off the event, the businesses who spon-

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168 gymnasts, and their families representing seven different gymnastics clubs from around Manitoba gathered in Neepawa for the 2024 Invitational.

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MJHL Standings Western Division

G

W

L

OTL SOL Pts

Virden Oil Capitals

41 29

7

2

3

63

OCN Blizzard

43 25 14

1

3

54

Dauphin Kings

40 26 13

1

0

53

Neepawa Titans

43 20 22

1

0

41

Wayway Wolverines

43 17 22

1

3

38

Swan Valley Stampeders 46 10 34

2

0

22

Eastern Division

G

W

L

OTL SOL Pts

x-Steinbach Pistons

44 35

6

3

0

73

Winkler Flyers

42 32

6

2

2

68

Portage Terriers

46 28 10

4

4

64

Niverville Nighthawks

42 22 17

3

0

47

Selkirk Steelers

42 19 20

2

1

41

Winnipeg Freeze

40

7

30

3

0

17

Winnipeg Blues

42

7

32

3

0

17

DATA UP TO DATE TO WEDNESDAY, FEB. 7 X = CLINCHED PLAYOFF POSITION

Game results

Game results

Friday, Feb. 2

Tuesday, Feb. 6

Neepawa 5-0 Wpg Freeze

Dauphin 3-2 Neepawa

First Period 12:36 NPA B. Quinn-Lagria (4) ASST: C. Bendtsen (7), T. Tychonick (17) 18:13 NPA T. Tychonick (11) ASST E. Poirier (16), K. Weisgarber (11) Second Period 08:15 NPA T. Tychonick (12) ASST: J. Larkins (5), E. Poirier (17) Third Period 02:56 NPA C. Gudnason (12) SH ASST: E. Poirier (18), J. Larkins (6) 16:02 NPA T. Tychonick (13) ASST: M. Hartley (12) Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP WPF 0 0 0 0 0/2 NPA 2 1 2 5 0/5 Goaltender WPF N. Rempel - (L) 32/37 saves NPA M. Lobreau - (W) 24/24 saves Attendance: 430 - Yellowhead Centre

First Period 11:49 DAU M. Murray (7) SH Unassisted Second Period 12:14 DAU H. Simchuk (5) ASST: G. Nemis (8) 16:46 DAU L. Walker (19) PP ASST: J. Bax (19), A. Paul (9) Third Period 10:37 NPA C. Thompson (14) ASST: C. Alexander (5) 18:00 NPA H. Stocks (15) ASST: C. McLeod (15), C. Gudnason (23) Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP NPA 0 0 2 2 0/6 DAU 1 2 0 3 1/4 Goaltenders NPA M. Lobreau - (L) 31/34 saves DAU C. Sheffield - (W) 31/33 saves Attendance: 479 - Credit Union Place

Saturday, Feb. 3

MJHL Player stats

Selkirk 4-0 Neepawa

First Period No scoring Second Period 05:24 SEL M. Catellier (14) ASST: J. Lang (3), L. Wagner (6) Third Period 05:12 SEL I. Lavallee (5) SH ASST: Unassisted 16:58 SEL E. Brown (6) ASST: N. Giasson (15) 18:53 SEL N. Giasson (10) ASST: I. Lavallee (6), O. Johnston (7) Scoring 1 2 3 Total PP NPA 0 0 0 0 0/2 SEL 0 1 3 4 0/6 Goaltenders NPA KC Couckuyt - (W) 43/47 saves SEL N. Olsonawski - (L) 22/22 saves Attendance: 358 - Selkirk Rec Complex

G 1. Dalton Andrew (WKR) 28 2. Trent Penner (WKR) 22 3. Leo Chamber (STN) 17 4. Brody Beauchemin (WKR) 11 Leading scorers (MJHL)

A 29 34 37 36

Pts

57 56 54 47

5. Sean Williams (WAY)

24 21 45

Leading scorers (Titans)

G

1. Cody Gudnason 2. Connor Thompson 3. Tim Tychonick

A Pts

12 23 35 14 19 33 13 17 30

Club 55 Bowling Ladies’ High Single & Triple: Elsie Slimmon 252 &

572. Men’s High Single & Triple: Len Pritchard 225

& 542. Other Scores to Note: Len Pritchard 179; Muriel Porada 235; Carole LeBoutillier 215, 174,

174; Frank Porada 194; Judy Gabler 167; Elsie Slimmon 202; Darrell Gabler 192, 178; Vivian Oswald 185, 174; Heather Lewis 159; Laurie Kohinski 158; Eleanor Scott 154, 163; Calvin Goetz 164, 183, 160.

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Titans’ push to playoffs continues Shutout the Winnipeg Freeze, but falter in Selkirk & Dauphin

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

With only 15 games remaining in the MJHL’s regular season, the Neepawa Titans know that every single point is going to matter from here on out. After 43 games, Neepawa has accumulated a 20-22-1 record, good enough for 41 points in the league standings, which has them only three point clear of Waywayseecappo for the fourth and final playoff spot in the West Division.

Titans blank the Freeze Neepawa earned itself a very important two points on Friday, Feb. 2, defeating the Winnipeg Freeze 5-0. The Titans put in an exceptional effort that night, and if there was anything to be disappointed about, it could be that they didn’t win by more. Neepawa rang two shots off the post in the game that would have been goals, as well as skying one shot barely over the top of the net. Nonetheless, it was still a solid home win, that had the 430 fans in attendance at the Yellowhead Centre on this night, headed home happy.

As for scoring, Tim Tychonick scored a hat-trick

and added one assist, to lead Neepawa on to the win.

After the game, Tychonick told the Banner & Press, everyone, as of late has had their chance to step up when it mattered, and tonight was just his night.

“It’s just on any given night, sort of thing with this team right now. I just came in [to tonight’s game] knowing that I needed to keep things simple and you know play for the team and when I did that, we got rewarded for it and so I’m gonna keep doing that,” said Tychonick.

“In the locker room right now, the boys are buzzing.

On any night, we have confidence that somebody is going to step up when we need it, you know. But we’re not just waiting for that to happen. We’re pushing out there, putting in the effort, and eventually that effort gets rewarded.”

A long with Tychonick’s three goals, Brendan Quinn-Lagria and Cody Gudnason also scored for the Titans, while Mason Lobreau picked up his second shutout of the year, making 24 saves in net.

Shutout in Selkirk The script was essentially flipped on Neepawa the very

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

A four point night from Tim Tychonick, which included a hat-trick, lifted the Neepawa Titans to a 5-0 win over the Winnipeg Freeze on Friday, Feb. 2.

next night, as they lost 4-0 to the Steelers in Selkirk.

After a scoreless first period, Selkirk took the lead 5:24 into the second period. The Steelers would expand their lead to 2-0 a little over five minutes into the third, before shoring away the win, with two scores late, making the final 4-0. Selkirk outshot Neepawa 47-22.

Titans lose in Dauphin A late game scoring surge from Neepawa fell short, as

the Dauphin Kings held on to a 3-2 win over the Titans on Tuesday, Feb. 6. The Kings scored once in the opening period, and added two more in the second, to secure a 3-0 lead. At about the mid-point of the third, Connor Thompson picked one up for Neepawa. Then, with two minutes remaining, Hayden Stocks scored, cutting the Dauphin lead to just one goal. That’s as close as Neepawa could get in this 3-2 defeat.

Neepawa Farmers fall in Gladstone

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

The Gladstone Lakers locked down third place in the Tiger Hills Hockey League’s Eastern Division on Friday, Feb. 2. with a dominant 10-3 win over the Neepawa Farmers.

Gladstone secured itself a 2-0 lead at the end of the first period, with goals from Trey Evenson and Connor Grunsten, with Evenson’s coming off a power-play.

In the second, the Lakers added two more, before the Farmers were able to reply back once. Riley Bruce and Jaden Shumilak picked up goals, making it 4-0. Bret Levandoski was able to claw one back for Neepawa, on a power-play.

Before the end of the period, however, Bruce registered his second of the

night. Just 25 seconds later, Sean Kubas scored, giving Gladstone the comfortable 6-1 lead going into the third.

For the last period, Neepawa answered back with a pair of goals, but Gladstone ended the night with the final four, making it a 10-3 score. Levandoski and Ward Szucki scored for the Farmers, but Jesse Toth and Jaden Shumilak answered back, before Grunsten picked up the last two goals of the game, which gave him a hattrick on the night. In total, Grunsten had a five point night (3 goals - 2 assists), while Bruce and Shumilak collected four points apiece, each tallying 2 goals and 2 assists.

The victory assured the Gladstone Lakers (9-8-0.

18 points) third place in the east, as they hold the tiebreaker on both the Farmers

and the MacGregor Wild, who each have identical 8-9-0 records going into the last weekend of the regular season.

Minnedosa secure in second On Saturday, Feb. 3, the Lakers travelled to Minnedosa to challenge the Bombers, and were defeated by a 4-3 score. The game was a great bit of back and forth between the two clubs and could be a great preview of what to expect, should they meet once again in the playoffs.

The Bombers secured the win with a late game goal from Mark Willis. Shane Jury, Ryan Heino and Matt Saler all collected the other goals for Minnedosa, while Gladstone answered back with markers from Dylan Gabor, Ethan Winters and

Sean Kubas.

Devon Fordyce made 34 saves and collected the win in net for Minnedosa, while Matt Kohlman was tagged with the loss, but still put in a remarkable 47 save effort for the Lakers. With one game left on their schedule, the Bombers are solid in second place with a 14-21 record. Their last game before the playoffs will be in Neepawa on Friday, Feb. 9 versus the Farmers. While a win or loss will not impact Minnedosa’s placement in the post-season, it’ll still be a big game for the Farmers.

Neepawa, at this point, is tied with MacGregor, as both teams are 8-9-0. If Neepawa wins its’ final game against Minnedosa, and the Wild lose to the Deloraine Royals, the Farmers could still finish in fourth place in the East.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

NACI Tigers host Junior Varsity Tigers in striking distance of top basketball tournament spot in WHSHL

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

The NACI Tigers had the chance to challenge themselves against some formidable competition last weekend at their Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Invitational. In total, eight teams from across the province and representing several different skill levels came to Neepawa.

The Tigers would start the weekend off against the Portage Collegiate Trojans, who are a ‘AAAA’ team, that compete out of the highly competitive Winnipeg Tier 2 league. It could be argued that Neepawa, who are a ‘AAA’ level team, were the underdogs in this opener…but they certainly didn’t play like it, as the Tigers came away with a 67-57 win. That result sent NACI over to the Championship Bracket, where the competition would not get any easier.

The next game for Neepawa was against Swan Valley, a Zone 8 ‘AAA’ team.

In this semi-final, NACI once again triumphed, with a 97-91 victory. This result sent the host team to the Championship Final versus the Pembina Trail Collegiate Trail Hawks.

Based out of Winnipeg, the Trail Hawks are a ‘AAAA’ team and have a perfect record in league play this season. They would be an extremely tough challenge for the Tigers, and

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

The Neepawa JV Tigers basketball team hosted its Invitational last weekend.

Additional pictures of the event at N C S A Po r t a l ’s Facebook page.

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though Neepawa gave their all, they’d ultimately fall to the city team, by a score of 94-55.

This should not be looked at as a loss, however, for Neepawa, as the Tigers did show they could compete against several top tier clubs, who have larger metropolitan areas in which to get their rosters from.

Congrats to Neepawa on a successful tournament.

Hayden Delaloye earns MJT scholarship

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Press

The combination of athletic and educational accomplishment has earned Hayden Delaloye a scholarship from the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour (MJT). Every year, the MJT splits a $10,000 endowment between five tour members from across Canada. According to the MJT media release announcing the winners, these scholarships are presented to those who “showed exemplary athletic, educational and personal achievements.” The bursary is paid directly to the institution the winner chooses to pursue their post-secondary education.

Delaloye is the lone student athlete from Manitoba to receive this year’s honour. As part of the MJT release on the 2023 recipients, Delaloye said “This investment in me will have a lasting impression on my future endeavours, and I hope that I will be able to give back to my commun-

ity in the same way.”

The Neepawa golfer has been a member of the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour since 2017 and has won several of the MJT’s sanctioned events on its Manitoba circuit throughout the years. He also competed in the 2017 MJT National Championship, an invitation only event for Canada’s top MJT competitors.

Neepawa Titans Junior “A”

Hockey team Neepawa Titans regular season home games February 10 at 7:30 pm vs Virden February 18 at 3:00 pm vs Winkler February 24 at 7:30 pm vs Swan Valley

A six-goal flurry vaulted the Neepawa Tigers past the Major Pratt Trojans on Thursday, Feb. 1 in the Westman High School Hockey League (WHSHL).

These half dozen unanswered goals in this matinee game powered Neepawa to a 7-2 victory.

The Tigers opened up the scoring early, off a Hayden Delaloye opportunity just 1:41 into the first period. Major Pratt answered back, however, with a pair of goals before the first intermission, giving the Trojans a 2-1 lead.

Near the mid-way point of the second, Neepawa tied it up, off an Ian Foster goal, his 21st of the year. Just over 90 seconds later, the Tigers retook the lead, as Rylan Bray scored. While that would end up being the game winner at the end of the afternoon, Neepawa still added four more in the third, just to be safe.

Bray picked up his second in the game exactly three minutes into the third. Riley Davie, Callan Denbow and Cohen Kulbacki all scored, as well, to make it a final of 7-2. Davie’s goal was on a Neepawa penalty kill, while Denbow picked his up on a power-play. As for Kulbacki, his earned his 13th of the season with just two-seconds remaining in regulation.

Shots-on-goal for the game were 48 to 13 for the Tigers, with Neepawa going on a 19-to-1 tear in the last 20 minutes of play. Harley Smith-Bellisle picked up his 12th win of the year, in net for Neepawa.

NACI victorious over Vikings A rush of unanswered first period goals helped propel the Neepawa Tigers to an important 6-3 win over the Vincent Massey Vikings on Tuesday, Feb. 6. This matinee game at the Yellowhead Centre was a showdown between two of the very best teams that are lacing em’ up in the Westman High School Hockey League.

Neepawa scored its first of the day off a chance from Brody Pollock, while they were killing off a penalty.

Two minutes later, they’d add another, this time on even strength. Daniel Lisoway was credited with the goal. Then, exactly two minutes after the second goal, the Tigers notched one more, a power-play shot from Pollock, making it 3-0 at intermission.

In the second, Vincent Massey scored a pair, cutting the Neepawa lead to just one. With 8:57 left in the period, though, Rylan Bray scored on a Tigers power-play. Pollock added another, his third of the game at 2:43, before the Vikings scored just before the end of the second, to make it 5-3. Just one goal was scored in the third, off a chance by Riley Davie, making it a 6-3 final for the NACI Tigers.

With the win, Neepawa is now only a single point behind Vincent Massey and Dauphin for first place in the WHSHL, with games in hand on the schedule.

The next home game for NACI is scheduled for Feb. 14 versus the Killarney/ Wawanesa Raiders.

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Obituary Mary F. Spiers (nee Meakin)

November 24, 1953 ~ January 23, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary F. Spiers on January 23, 2024 at Pinawa Hospital, at the at age of 70.

Mary leaves behind her husband Jim of 49 years; son James and grandsons Austin (partner Tiara), Declan (partner Navarda) and Tannon as well as extended family and siblings in the UK and Ontario.

Mary was predeceased by her son Christopher (1978) and daughter-in-law Leila.

Mary grew up on Hays House Farm, Bramshall, Staffs, UK. After attending Rodbaston Agricultural Collage from ‘71 – ‘72 at the age of 17, she made dairy farming her career. She also picked out a likely husband, and they were married in ‘74 and she took an active role along side her husband on their family dairy farm. Son James was born later that year.

As the opportunity for a young family to have their own farm in England was slim we emigrated to Gladstone, Manitoba in ’81 buying a small dairy farm. Mary took a very active role on the farm continuing to milk until we were around 90 cows and employed a herdsman. We both gained a lot of satisfaction out of working together and seeing the farm continuing to grow.

She also liked to ride, so it wasn’t long before there were 3 horses around and lots of adventures to follow, stopping in at various neighbours for refreshments along the way and arriving back home in the early hours.

Mary’s love of animals didn’t end there, anybody that knew her always looked for the four or five dogs that would be with her. On one occasion she came home with a goat in the trunk of the car! But she did make it clear that a couple hundred wild boars were not her idea.

Mary also liked to entertain so there were many dinner party’s and celebrations throughout the year, anything up to 100 guests depending on the season.

We both retired in 2009 and moved to Pinawa where she was very active in the Woman’s Auxiliary raising money for the hospital. Of course, she had 2 Jack Russels and a bike and enjoyed every opportunity she had to ride around town.

Travelling was on the agenda so we did some cruises and touring Europe but by far Mary’s favourite form of travel was road trips throughout the USA and Canada in our convertible. Mary always thought we had a blessed and unique lifestyle. Although we worked hard, we were lucky enough to retire young and enjoy the fruits of our labour.

Mary was diagnosed with cancer when we moved to Pinawa but thanks to successful treatment and Doctors efforts, Mary avoided a lot of the side effects until the last 4 years and for that we are eternally grateful to have that time together.

We would like to thank the staff at Pinawa Hospital for their kindness and compassionate care given to Mary.

As per Mary’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary’s memory to the Pinawa Hospital or CancerCare Manitoba.

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Notice PASTURE LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Owner: Abbott Cattle Co. Ltd.

Sealed, written tenders for property in the Municipality of Glenella-Landsdowne described below will be received by: McCulloch Mooney Johnston Selby LLP Law Office 14 Main Street S., Box 1670 Carman, Manitoba R0G 0J0 PROPERTY Acres Parcel 1: N ½ 21-15-13 WPM (320 acres) 320 Parcel 2: NW ¼ 28-15-13 WPM (160 acres) 800 E ½ 29-15-13 WPM (320 acres) E ½ 32-15-13 WPM (320 acres) Parcel 3: NW ¼ 32-15-13 WPM (160 acres) 480 W ½ 5-16-13 WPM (320 acres) Parcel 4: NE ¼ 5-16-13 WPM (160 acres) 160 Parcel 5: NE ¼ 31-15-13 WPM (160 acres) 160 Parcel 6: SE ¼ 6-16-13 WPM (160 acres) 160 Parcel 7: E ½ 7-16-13 WPM (320 acres) 320 Parcel 8: NE ¼ 33-15-13 WPM (160 acres) 560 W ½ 33-15-13 WPM (320 acres) W ½ of SE ¼ 33-15-13 WPM (80 acres) TOTAL ACRES 2,960 CONDITIONS OF TENDER 1. Interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property.

2. Tenders may be placed and accepted on one or several or all parcels of land.

3. Tenders must be received on or before 12:00 noon on March 4, 2024.

4. Tenders must be accompanied by a $5,000.00 (per parcel tendered), cheque payable to McCulloch Mooney Johnston Selby LLP in Trust as a deposit.

Deposit cheques accompanying unacceptable bids will be returned.

5. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE 1. A bidder whose tender is accepted will be required to complete an agreement covering terms and conditions of sale.

2. In addition to the deposit, the balance of the accepted tender must be paid on or before the date of closing which shall be April 2, 2024, or evidence provided that the purchase funds will be available under conditions acceptable to the Vendor. If the balance of the accepted tender is not paid within the set time limit the deposit may be forfeited as liquidated damages and not as a penalty.

3. Possession is not authorized until acceptable arrangements for full payment are made following acceptance of tender.

4. Successful bidder will be responsible for real property taxes commencing January 1, 2024.

5. The purchaser shall be responsible for payment of GST or shall self-assess for GST. For further information contact: TOM MOONEY JIM ABBOTT Ph: 204-745-2546 Ph: 204-745-3884 (Res.) Fax: 204-745-3963 Ph: 204-750-1157 (Cell) email: tom@mmjslaw.com email: abbottj@mymts.net website: www.mmjslaw.com/tenders For a tour or map of the property contact: GARNET ROSE at (204) 476-4590 (cell) or (204) 368-2419 (res) email: grose@xplornet.ca

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Notice MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH NORFOLK MUNICIPAL NOTICE OF INTENT TAKE NOTICE that on January 10, 2024, the council of the Municipality of North Norfolk gave first reading to By-law 111/2024 to designate as a municipal heritage site under The Heritage Resources Act, the structure commonly known as “The Tree Planting Car” at the Manitoba Agricultural Museum, Austin, Manitoba in the Municipality of North Norfolk.

The structure is situated on land as described in Certificate of Title No. 1989596 and 2125760 as follows: The SW 17-11-11 WPM in the Municipality of North Norfolk.

A copy of the proposed By-law can be inspected at the Municipal Office in MacGregor, MB, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

A public hearing will be held at the Municipal Office, 27 Hampton Street E., MacGregor, MB, on February 14, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. At that time, any person may submit an objection or other representation on the proposal. If there is no objection, council may resolve to adopt the proposed By-law, or not to proceed with it.

Dated at MacGregor, MB, on January 10, 2024 Theresa Bergen, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer

NOTICE OF BY-ELECTION TOWN OF CARBERRY Notice is hereby given that a vote of the TOWN OF CARBERRY will be taken to elect a COUNCILOR from the following duly nominated candidates: For the office of Councillor: 1. JOHNSON, Ray 2. REA, Debbie 3. VANDAMME, Samantha 4. HAMILTON, Micheal VOTING PLACES Voting places will be open for voting on WEDNESDAY the 6th day of MARCH, 2024 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at: CARBERRY COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HALL, 224 SECOND AVENUE, CARBERRY, MANITOBA IDENTIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO VOTE. A person may be required to produce one piece of government issued photo identification (for example - driver’s license or passport) or at least two other documents that provide proof of identity.

ADVANCE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but who have reason to believe that they will be absent or otherwise unable to attend their proper voting place on election day, an advance voting opportunity will be located at: CARBERRY COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HALL, 224 SECOND AVENUE, CARBERRY, MANITOBA and will be open SUNDAY the 25th day of February between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

MOBILE VOTING For the purpose of accommodating persons who are qualified to vote, but reside at a health care facility, a mobile voting station will be set up at the following health care facilities on election day (March 6, 2024): 1.Carberry Health Center between 09:00 and 11:00 APPLICATION TO VOTE BY SEALED ENVELOPE A voter who is unable to go in person to the voting place or vote in advance, may apply in person, in writing, or by email to the senior election official at 44 MAIN STREET, BOX 130, CARBERRY, MB R0K 0H0 or cao@townofcarberry.ca.

If applying in person*, a voter may apply between FEBRUARY 7th and March 3rd. *A voter applying in person may pick up a sealed envelope ballot package at the time of application.

If applying by mail or email**, a voter may apply between FEBRUARY 7th and FEBRUARY 24th. ** A voter applying by mail or email will receive a sealed envelope ballot package by regular post, or by making alternative arrangements with the senior election official.

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FOODS Production Worker | Industrial Butcher 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 hiring 50 Production Workers to join our dynamic workforce!

The current starting wage is $16.45/hour with incremental increases based on tenure.

PLUS opportunities for salary growth and competitive bonuses.

Our wage bracket extends to $24.60 per hour We Will Train the Right Candidate 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 • Benefits package – dental coverage, vision care, extended health care, & more!

• Secure, stable, and permanent full-time employment • PM Shift Premium • Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression • Employee Referral program - $500!

• Multiple Shift Options • Free parking • Company events • And more!!!!

Your duties may include:

• Slaughtering hogs (eviscerate, hide removal, etc.)

• Butcher and package pork primal cuts into value-added specifications for local, national, and international premium markets • Maintaining our sanitation program

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 • Experienced in meat cutting or slaughter for 1-2 years.

• High School Graduate or Equivalent required • 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

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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NEEPAWA AREA IMMIGRANT SETTLEMENT SERVICES Invites applications for

Executive Director Neepawa Area Immigrant Settlement Services (NAISS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as Executive Director. NAISS is a proactive settlement agency that serves the Neepawa region, assisting Permanent Residents and Refugees in their journey towards successful integration into Canada. Through informative resources, workshops and referrals, NAISS empowers our clients to make well-informed decisions about their settlement in Canada.

Job Description: As the Executive Director, you will provide strong leadership to ensure the effective and efficient operations of NAISS while maintaining compliance with operating agreements. This role includes oversight of program development and delivery across various departments including settlement, language training, employment and community connections. This is a full time, permanent position located in Neepawa and requiring a commitment of 35 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities: • Develop, administer and ensure compliance with funding agreements and program contracts • Prepare and deliver all required reports, budget reconciliations and communications to funders • Effectively manage staff to ensure successful execution of program mandates • Ensure that NAISS programs are aligned with the specific needs of the Neepawa and area service region • Collaborate closely with sector and community stakeholders to strengthen the impact or our services • Report to a Board of Directors to provide updates and progress reports Skills and Qualifications • Demonstrated leadership abilities with a track record of effective team management • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills • Proficiency in financial reporting and budget management • A solid understanding of Canadian immigrant processes and settlement services • Proven experience in partnership development • A post-secondary degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field • Previous non-profit managerial experience is preferred

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Join our team with Purpose & History! P&H’s roots go back over 110 years. We have always been a Canadian, familyowned and managed agri-business that understands the qualities and conditions needed for meaningful growth.

Benefits Parrish & Heimbecker Ltd has a people-first approach therefore, we offer many perks to our hard-working staff!

Some of our benefits include: • Health and dental benefits start on day 1!

• Paid vacation starting from day 1!

• Learning and Development Programs • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee Assistance Program • RRSP Matching • Wellness Program • Company Events Your Role As a Facility Assistant, you will be involved in the movement and sampling of grain, and the overall execution of processes involved in the operations of the grain facility.

Day to Day • Contributing to the movement of grain by loading/ unloading shipments • Collecting and testing grain samples • Handling and delivering crop input products • Regular facility maintenance and housekeeping • Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment • Performing exceptional customer service duties To apply and learn more visit us at www.pandhcareers.com

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Shift Elementary School - Evening Shift 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm (Note: A starting time after 3:30 pm is possible)

Qualifications Required: • Grade 12 or equivalent • Ability to take initiative and work unsupervised • Ability to work effectively with others as a member of a team • Ability to communicate effectively with people both orally and in writing • Physically fit and capable of performing physically demanding work Preferred Qualifications: • Current WHIMIS training and certification • Prior work-related cleaning experience • Valid Class 5 Drivers License The successful applicant will: • work effectively under pressure, within defined timeframes and with a variety of people in a team environment • work well independently, be flexible, adjust to changing work assignments and deal with and maintain confidential information • complete and maintain WHMIS certification Training will be provided to the successful applicant.

Salary as per C.U.P.E. Collective Agreement: Cleaner $18.52 per hour For further information please contact Mr. Fred Scott, Maintenance Supervisor at 204-867-2754 Ext. 239 fscott@rrsd.mb.ca Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 12:00 noon

Application Deadline: Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, in confidence to edo@neepawa.ca by Feb 15, 2024.

Applicants are requested to submit a covering letter with a comprehensive resume, addressing the stated qualifications and naming three work related references to the following: Sarah Woychyshyn Administrative Assistant, Human Resources Rolling River School Division PO Box 1170 Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 Phone: 867-2754 Fax: 867-2037 E-Mail: swoychyshyn@rrsd.mb.ca

Start Date: The anticipated start date for the position is March 5, 2024. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your interest in joining Neepawa Area Immigrant Settlement Services.

Thank you to all applicants for their interest in Rolling River School Division. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Employment is conditional upon an acceptable Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Check.

Rolling River School Division welcomes applications from people with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

A complete Job Description is available at www.NeepawaSettlement.ca Salary and Benefits: $60,000 to $70,000, commensurate with experience. NAISS offers an extended benefits program.

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Continued from Page 7 Debbie Rea My name is Debbie Rea and I have let my name stand for the open position of Councillor for the Town of Carberry. I have been a member of the community for most of my life. I have gone to school, married and raised my three children in this town. My career in nursing has included direct nursing on the ward at the Carberry Hospital and PCH and now I am a Nurse/ Manager. This position also encompassed the Carberry site for a number of years.

Today, I am still working in healthcare as it is my passion. Other interests are my grandchildren and their activities, reading, gardening and golfing. My family and I enjoy our camping opportunities when able.

Politics has always intrigued me. If elected into this position, I would like to ask opinions of our tax payers as to the tax base and what you would like your dollars put toward. The present Mayor and Council are doing a great job at changes to enhancing and promoting activities and businesses in our town. I would like to be a part of this change for growth and prosperity. Being accountable and transparent is so important. Listening to our population though, brings forth many ideas and suggestions to build on. Access to local healthcare is a priority. We are lucky to have the services we have today, but we need to have an open 24/7 Emergency Room with a full staff in all departments. Following up on Provincial initiatives and promises is important along with information received, to be shared with our general population. I would like to know what our young people and our elderly in town would like to see to enhance their days and to address any concerns. I have questions about childcare necessity, public transportation, access to services and green space initiatives.

I have had past experiences being part of the Beautiful Plains School Division for a number of years. An active participant with

the Provincial Manitoba Nurses Union as well as President of our Regional and Local Nurses. I have had opportunities to work with our local businesses in town in committees and for fundraising. I feel I would be a good representative for our town. I am asking for your support to represent you at our Council table for the Town of Carberry.

Thanking all in advance.

Samantha VanDamme I’m running for the open position on town council. I’ve grown up in Carberry and lived here most of my life, I moved to Brandon for a few years and quickly realized I would rather live in a small town. I hope to eventually have a family in this small town that I’ve always called home.

I’m running for council because I’d like to be a part of keeping Carberry a “small town” even as it grows. The feeling of everyone knowing everyone and people helping each other out is really important to our community. With that it’s also important that our little town keeps growing to make it easier for everyone to get what they need without having to leave town. I’d like to help work with the other council members to retain and grow more resources for the people in our community.

I hope many people come out on election day to voice their opinions and vote for whoever they’d like to be appointed to council.

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Neepawa & Area 4-H Beef Club Communications Submitted Neepawa & Area 4-H Beef Club At our January meeting, alumni 4-H member Daisy McKee, gave an extremely informative presentation on how to prepare a speech or visual and how to present your topic.

On Sunday, Feb. 4, our 19 members wowed a large and appreciative audience with spectacular speeches and visuals, adjudicated by judges Marsha Forgue, Raelynn Jacobsen, Lana Krauss & Colleen Mutch.

There were a wide range of topics from nine new members and two members presenting their last speeches, as they will be leaving for university in the fall. The top two in each age category and division have the opportunity to move on to Zones in early March.

Senior Speech 1. Sveinna Bjarnarson (Let’s go for ice cream!); 2. Keegan Dyke (The hidden world of deer farming); 3. Carson Baker (Is it best for the future?); 4. Madisyn Robertson (What’s the Beef ?).

Intermediate Speech 1. Summer Sawchuk (White Fish Montana); 2. Quinn Sawchuk (Calving Season); 3. Morgan Dyke (Tesla Innovations);

Junior Speech 1. Kooper Jury (My First Buck) 2. Sadie Sawchuk (Pros or Cons on the Farm) 3. Mary Jane Wilson (My Farm) 4. Rachelle Madill (Norwegian Elkhound) Cloverbud Speech 1. Owen Marchant (Deer Hunting) 2. Aspen Emerson (My Best Friend) 3. Olli Kulbacki (Hockey) Intermediate Visual 1. Averi Jury (Lacrosse) Junior Visual 1. Ryder Muir (Barn Buddy Bites) 2. Lilli Kulbacki (Backwards Calves)

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Some of Touchwood Park’s Special Olympics Bowlers helped out at Tim Hortons this past weekend by lending a hand with decorating donuts. The donuts were to be sold as part of a Tim Horton’s fundraiser for Special Olympics Canada from Feb. 2 to Feb. 4.

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Congratulations to the Neepawa Banner & Press “Snow Day” Photo Contest winners! Categories were (in order of photos, from left to right): Best kids winter sports photo, best nature photo (any season) and best Christmas photo. Their prize is a Boston Pizza gift certificate. Note: Photos cropped to fit available space.

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