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Friday, September 1, 2017 • Vol.28 No.43 • Neepawa, Manitoba

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By Kira McCormick-Adema The Neepawa Banner Meet Jeremy Vogt There are two new faces at Neepawa Access TV (NACTV). Jeremy Vogt is the station’s new technology manager. He started at the beginning of August and his roles include, editing the videos that come in, getting the videos on air at the right time and recording some shows at the studio.

Jeremy g rew up i n the Neepawa area. This isn’t Jeremy’s first experience with the station. In high school, he came to NACTV’s old location for a school project to borrow the cameras and then later on, ended up volunteering to film the shows. After high school, Jeremy went to

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University of Manitoba and studied computer science.

“I’ve always had one foot here, I came back and visited Neepawa when I was in university.” says Vogt, “I have friends and family here. It’s home.”

Jeremy really enjoys his job at NACTV, “there’s lots of opportunities and a variety of things I get to do” Jeremy would like to see the channel continue to grow, and also provide a better viewing experience for all that watch the channel.

Meet Rebecca Walmsley Rebecca (Becky) Walmsley is the new station manages at NACTV, she started

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Becky and Jeremy the two new office workers at NACTV office.

Aug. 23. Her roles at the station include scheduling the times that the shows appear on the television,

finding the events to get recorded, front deskwork, helps with the customers and basic office duties.

Walmsley was born and raised in Neepawa; she went to University in Nova Scotia and Winnipeg to

study Biological Anthropology. Becky really enjoyed living in the city but says, “Sometimes, you just get to a point where you want to slow down and see what life has for you, that’s why I like Neepawa, also my family is here too.”

“There is such a great team here, I enjoy working with them,” says Walmsley, about the station “its local and fun experiences ahead” Becky would like to see a continuation of the upward path the business has been having and would also like to see an expansion of local and new programs. Another thing that she would like to see happen is more children’s programs on the channel.

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Summer was busy at the Neepawa Library, where we celebrated all things Canada, in honour of our country’s sesquicentennial. Young readers borrowed many, many books and read many, many pages! They will have a definite advantage starting school this fall, as their eager brains are still primed from all the reading they did this summer. Congratulations to everyone who participated in our Summer Reading Program! And a big thank you

also goes out to our talented and enthusiastic summer student, Vicky Elgert, who led the program activities and kept all the readers coming back for more.

To keep those young readers engaged with books when they are not in school, how about trying some of our online resources? On TumbleBooks, users will find Read Along story books, including a section of Robert Munsch books read by the author himself; ebooks for young readers, such as chapter and advanced readers;

educational videos, and math and word search games and puzzles that are fun for all ages. Visit wmrl.ca/eresources, select TumbleBooks and enter your library card number to access all of the great content available.

Storytime will begin once again for pre-school age children and their caregivers starting on Friday, Sept 22 at 11:00 am and will run for six weeks, until Oct 27. Space is limited please register in advance by calling the library at 204-476-5648.

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By Kira McCormick-Adema The Neepawa Banner Seven local moms have come together and stepped up in Minnedosa to fix the main playground at the Minnedosa beach. The Minnedosa Beach Enhancement Committee is looking to raise $250,000-300,000 to be able to complete the new playground. They have been working on this five plus year project for two years in November and so far, they have raised is $35,000.

To help them reach their goal, the MBEC is holding a Touch-a-Truck event on Sept. 2. There will be something for all ages to attend to and see, including planes, trucks

of all kinds, ATVs, face painting, Disney princesses and a toddler area as well.

Some other events that the MBEC will be included by a Halloween chip sale, as well as a Halloween social and they are partnering with the Minnedosa FunFest for their Christmas markets. Some past are, Valentines date night raffle, Mothers day flower fundraiser, Minnedosa color run and they have also volunteered at various community events.

The Minnedosa Beach Enhancement Committee is waiting for a charitable number from the government so they can apply for grants to help with the fund for the playground project. If anybody would like to donate they can send it to box 2253 Minnedosa, R0J 1E0

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Hope amidst the grief

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he Hwy. 16 and Hwy. 1 intersection has generated an immense amount of sadness. In less than two weeks, six people lost their lives at the junction. There has been huge and unfair speculation as to the causes. We may never know what actually caused all these deaths.

I strongly hesitate to even write about the events for fear of causing more sadness or to say anything that might cause even more hurt.

So I won’t go into any conjecture about causes at all.

There has been calls now, and over the years, to build a cloverleaf or some form of interchange at that junction. It has been long discussed by the Highways department. Plans were looked at to build an interchange. The cost was estimated to be over $90 million. The Yellowhead Highway Association was of the opinion that the money would be better spent on passing lanes between Neepawa and Portage. The logic at the time was that there are lights at 16 and 1. The east-west traffic goes straight through and the traffic lights seem to have worked well. The westbound traffic that wants to head north on 16 has a speed curve. So does the traffic coming off 16 that wants to proceed west. The Traffic turning east to Portage off Hwy. 16 has to wait sometimes at the lights.

There is very little traffic headed north into the intersection from the south side of the junction. We have travelled that junction many, many times and there has been little delay and hundreds of vehicles go through there every day.

The decision to build passing lanes on 16 instead of an interchange at 16 and 1 seemed to be

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There is no question that our highways are in dire need of repair. The number of pavement breaks, potholes and bad bridges is large. In fact, there is half of a bridge on the by-pass into Portage that fell down years ago and has never been replaced. Driving over half a bridge makes one a bit uneasy for sure.

Highway deaths have been a serious topic for a long time. In the 1960s, Hwy. 2 was a particularly deadly stretch of road. I remember researching that piece of road and giving a 4-H speech about traffic safety in the mid-1960s. In it, I pressed for seat belts. Yes, it’s true, seat belts were not compulsory in the 1960s. They were not standard equipment in cars. Neither were child car seats. Families put all the bigger kids in the back seat and the littler ones were held on somebody’s lap in the front seat.

The government needs to do a lot more highway construction

and maintenance. The demands on the provincial budget for health care is 40 per cent of the whole budget. Education comes in at about 25 per cent and all the other departments divide up the remainder of the funds. There never has been “enough” money to build everything that we need.

There likely never will be.

Concerning accidents, let’s just say this. Accidents happen, people are hurt, people die and families and communities experience horrendous grief. Let no one judge what actually happened and we may never know.

If there was driver error, let no smugness or judgement creep into our thoughts, there isn’t one of us who hasn’t made a driving error and realized, a terrifying moment later, it was our error.

Concerning making safer highways, let’s be thankful for the improvements that have been made to Hwy. 16, to Hwy 10 recently, but push our highways people and politicians to do much more. If anyone of us could figure all these things out, we would be very smart people. As it is, all we can do is grieve as we hope and plan for improvements. The lost loved ones and their families deserve nothing less.

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lot has changed in a decade. When I first came to the area, cattle producers were in the depths of a BSE induced depression, but the memories are finally fading. The last few years have been ones of positive signs for cattle producers, both in Manitoba and Canada. This year is shaping up to be a good one too.

Overall, the future is looking bright. Farm Credit Canada, Canada’s largest agricultural lender, recently said that over the next 12 months, the livestock sector is ex- MY pected to be the PERSPECTIVE hottest sector in Canadian agriculture. Within the livestock sec- Kate tor, FCC economists estimate Jackman-Atkinson that over the next year, cattle prices will rise by eight per cent, less than hogs and dairy, but more than poultry. That’s good news for an industry that isn’t as capital intensive as some. In the beef cattle industry, FCC economists project 2017 revenues will reach $9.0 billion nationally, from $8.6 billion in 2016, and climb a further 4 per cent in 2018, to $9.3 billion.

It isn’t just FCC that’s high on agriculture, in their 2017 report, the Advisory Council on Economic Growth highlighted the agriculture and food sector as one area where Canada has the potential for substantial growth and export improvement. The group, which was put together by the federal Finance minister and tasked with recommending bold ideas that will significantly improve the country’s economic growth trajectory, focused on Canada’s opportunity to become the trusted global leader in safe, nutritious and sustainable food for the 21st century.

As the industry emerged from the BSE cloud, it was, in many ways, completely changed. Low prices drove many from the industry, to off-farm jobs, or towards other types of farming operations.

The end result has been a decrease in both the number of cattle produced in Canada, as well as the number of producers. Statistics Canada’s 2016 Census of Agriculture found that the total number of cattle and calves in Canada decreased 2 per cent from 2011, to 12.5 million head in 2016. In 2016, the cattle and calf inventory was at its lowest since 1986. Driven by strong international demand and drought in the United States, from 2013 to 2015, cattle prices were extremely strong and producers sold their animals.

Canadian producers have been slow to rebuild their herds and Manitoba has lagged other provinces; it seems as though many producers took these high prices as their cue to sell and exit the industry. The numbers point to fewer, but larger operations. Cowcalf operations in particular showed a fair amount of consolidation between 2011 and 2016, when the number of operations decreased by 9.5 per cent, as the average number of cattle on these farms increased 12.5 per cent.

According to Stats Can, cattle prices continue to be tracking upwards, with the cattle and calf index showing the second consecutive year-over-year increase this June. Despite small increases in the Canadian herd and the US registering its largest herd since 2008, demand for beef, particularly from Asia, has kept prices high. It will be interesting to see what the future holds for the cattle industry in Manitoba. Will older producers take advantage of higher prices to cash out and exit the industry? Where will new producers come from?

There’s uncertainty too, the industry relies heavily on exports and it’s unknown what new trade agreements and NAFTA renegotiations will mean. Hopefully, new markets, including Asia, will offset any challenges with established partners.

I’m glad to see that the agriculture industry as a whole is being recognized for its growth potential. It already employs 2.1 million workers, accounts for 6.7 per cent of the country’s gross national product (GDP) and certainly has the potential to help drive the country’s growth. All industries undergo change and as livestock producers settle into a more stable, and positive, reality, things are looking good for the sector as a whole.

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Three questions for parents

n a few days, homes in our communities will be filled with two familiar sounds.

The f irst will be an ominous groan—made by students who have been told to get out of bed because this is the first day of school. The second will be a huge sigh of relief—made by parents as they watch their children, now each a year older, leave to begin another year of learning.

School years are always challenging for parents. We want our children to do well.

We wish that they all could be “Straight A” students; but we soon discover that this won’t happen. The best we can hope for is that they will receive the skills they need to survive and thrive in the next phase of their education—whether that is in university, college, trade school or on the job.

This desire forces every parent to answer three important questions--what are the skills that we want our children to learn, what is the best environment in which to teach them and to what extent should I, as

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The first question is easy to answer. We want our children to be proficient in reading, writing and mathematics. We want them to be physically fit and to know how to practice good self-care. We want them to learn how to accept others as they are and how to look past the barriers of race, color, language and religion that have caused such division in society for so long.

Most impor tant ly, I would argue, we want our children to learn how to think for themselves and how to decide for themselves what they believe and why.

We want them to know how to study all sides of a controversial issue and how to distinguish truth from rhetoric or fake news. Then, we want them to develop and be able

to defend beliefs with which they are comfortable.

Which raises the second question—what is the best environment in which to teach these skills? That depends on who you talk to.

Some parents opt for “home schooling.” Others believe in and support “ faithbased” schools, schools with a unique cultural identity or schools that adopt a specific method of teaching students. The vast majority seem quite content with the public school system, its values and curricular choices.

There is no right or wrong answer to this question.

Parents must do what they feel is best for their children.

But however they answer the above question, parents can no longer sit idly by and let others educate their kids.

They must be involved in their child’s education; but

their involvement must be discreet and appropriate.

There is no excuse for parents who constantly pester teachers and administrators over trivial issues involving their children. Teachers and administrators must be free to do their jobs. If parents have questions or concerns, they should go through appropriate channels to express them. Their concerns will be addressed.

They will be taken seriously.

The best gift parents can give their school-aged children is a loving, accepting, caring and stable home environment. Schools excel in imparting knowledge. But they cannot teach wisdom.

That comes through the day-to-day experiences of life; from seeing the rewards of wise choices and experiencing the consequences of foolish ones.

This is where the home and the church can work together to create an environment in which children can explore important issues and be taught about life, living and faith by those whose lives and faith we all should seek to emulate.

‘Farming in Canada’

ith time on my ha nd s a nd a wealth of older books available, I picked up “Farming in Canada”, written by Honorable Duncan Marshall, D. of Agriculture, and sponsored and published by the Cockshutt Plow Company. The book is a detailed description of farming, from selecting land, choosing the yard site, planning a garden and a wide variety of livestock helps. It was written for the purpose of assisting Returned Veterans from World War II in the settlement on the land. The title drew my attention, for in the last few weeks, I have met individuals who began their farming career through this program.

I appreciated the dedication the gentleman had for the farm garden, recognising that proper nutrition was essential for development, and that growing one’s own food essential to making a living on the

HOMEBODIES Rita Friesen farm. Marshall must have been keen on cucumbers, recommended cutting them in large pieces, squeezing a few drops of lemon on them with just a touch of salt and pepper. “I pull it in my garden, near noon, use my pocket knife as I would on an apple, and eat it before I go in to lunch. That is the way to enjoy a cucumber, and if you have no natural taste for it – cultivate it.”

It was the end of the era for horse power. Tractors and larger implements were becoming the norm. He was out on one of his foresights– “The man who wishes to farm will always be with us.” Perhaps he was right, there may be farmers who wish to farm with horses,

but it is not a reality. Explicit in the section on caring for the implements, he believed they should all be shedded.

“There should be a small cupboard in every implement house where copies of all the list of parts and books of instructions for every machine in the house are kept- and it should have a lock on it.” Would that not have made implement maintenance less onerous!

Not unfamiliar with the life of a farmer when speaking of dairy cattle– “You cannot keep cows and reasonable hours.” Proven true, although a tour of modern dairy farms with staff and technology that has changed.

Marshall recognised the

benefit of a wife, the garden was hers, and then speaking of poultry, “You should have not less that two kinds of birds and the women folk will find it a very profitable part of their farm interests.”

I appreciated much of what the author stated. I recall the Jersey cows we milked and all the cream we shipped, the chickens that provided eggs for market and consumption – eggs and legs! I recall improving our flock of sheep with a quality ram bought from the Richardson Stock Farm.

Working diligently to know the soil types and what tilling process would be beneficial, crop rotation and summer fallow. Some of my father’s farming methods were trial and error, some from observing neighbours and some inherited from his father. What has not changed is our reliance on the famers.

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Upcoming forum about proposed tax changes The Neepawa & District Chamber of Commerce has a luncheon meeting scheduled with Robert Sopuck, Member of Parliament Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa, to discuss the effect of the federal government’s proposed tax reform.

If you are interested in attending the luncheon, planned for Tuesday, Sept. 12, please let our office know before Tuesday, Sept. 5, and we will share cost and venue details with those interested.

According to a recent National Post article, accountants who specialize in farming are sounding alarm bells over Ottawa’s proposed changes, which were unveiled on July 18, for 75 days of consultation. For many farmers, the timing is in the middle of their busy growing and harvest season. “Trust me; it is time to visit your MP,” wrote Allan Sawiak, a farm tax specialist with Edmonton-based KRP, in a letter sent to clients and to agriculture groups across the country. “Your lobbying efforts up to October 2nd are critical at this stage to shape the tax issues surrounding your farm and all Canadian farms.”

There are also proposed tax changes that will impact small business owners (both retired and operating).

This is an opportunity to voice your concerns, spread the work to others who would like to have a voice. If people are interested, the Chamber has template letters received from the Manitoba Chamber of Commerce and the office of Robert Sopuck.

For more information or to register, email us at info@neepawachamber.com or call 204-4765292 and leave a detailed message including your business name, email address and phone number.

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Observation

By Addy Oberlin

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t is good to be back again. I was away for a two week holiday which included a weekend reunion with all my family in a most beautiful spot in B.C. Sometimes a change of pace in life is as good as a rest. We all need a rest at times. Life can become very wearisome and stressful. I started with having a ride to Alberta with some precious friends. From there my children had plans ready for me and I just went with them where ever they went. It was a rest from the busy life I live here in Swan River.

Even Jesus, when He was very busy going from place to place to tell the people how they could live a life filled with the love of God, needed a place away from all the business, to rest and renew in body and spirit. Psalm 8:22,23 tells us how Jesus told His disciples “Let’s go over to the other side of the lake.” So they got into a boat and set out. As they sailed He fell asleep.”

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Right: In celebrating its 60th birthday, Gladstone Golf & Countr y Club s u r p r i s e d t h e d a y ’s g o l f e r s by c h a r g i n g them the 1957 price of 50 cents. (Ad courtesy of The Gladstone Age Press, 1957.)

Lef t: Walter Moscrip star ted golfing in Gladstone in the early 1940s at the second of the town’s three golf courses, so he was an obvious choice when it came to choosing a c ake - cu t ter for the course’s 60th birthday celebration.

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Helen Drysdale out of helen’s kitchen A look at the early ‘60s 1960 - Prime Minister John Diefenbaker's government approved The Canadian Bill of Rights. It granted First Nations people the right to vote in federal elections without losing their treaty status. One step ahead and two back for The First Nations people, as the “60’s scoop” had begun and became the new agent for assimilation.

1960 - The first self-cleaning oven arrives in the home sales market.

1961 - The booming prosperity of the 1950s helped to create a widespread sense of stability and phenomenal growth. Then came 1961 and drought, once again the dust is blowing across the prairies. Farmers were saying this year's is actually much worse than the 1930s in terms of crop yield. Farmers are let in to Riding Mountain National Park to cut meadows for feed for their cattle.

Each farmer is allowed 500 square bales. Grasshopper infestations are also a problem for the Canadian prairies, for the first several years of the 60’s.

1961 - Julia Child's first book was published, “Mastering the Art of French Cooking”. TV chef and author Julia Child adapted complex French cooking for everyday cooks. It has since become a standard guide for the culinary community.

1962 - Canadian inventor Edward Asselbergs introduced instant mashed potato.

September 3, 1962 - The Trans-Canada Highway opens.

1963 - Prime Minister Lester Pearson launches the Royal Commission on Bilingualism and Biculturalism. It would lead to the passing of the Official Languages Act in 1969.

1963 - Maxwell House introduces the first freeze dried coffee.

1963- Julia Child’s TV show “The French Chef” begins.

Boeuf Bourguignon is a classic French stew of cubed beef, slow cooked in red wine and broth, and served with sautéed mushrooms and pearl onions.

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“In the 1960s, you could eat anything you wanted, and of course, people were smoking cigarettes and all kinds of things, and there was no talk about fat and anything like that, and butter and cream were rife. Those were lovely days for gastronomy, I must say,” Julia Child Boeuf Bourguignon 1/4 cup flour 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 2 lbs. cubed stew meat 4 Tbsp. butter 1 onion, chopped 2 carrots, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups red wine 2 cups beef broth 3 Tbsp. chopped parsley 1 tsp. dried thyme 1 bay leaf 2-3 Tbsp. butter 1 lb. button mushrooms, cleaned and left whole 1 lb. pearl onions

In a small bowl, combine the flour, salt and black pepper. Coat the beef cubes with this mixture. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the meat and brown well on all sides. Pour this into a 2 quart casserole dish. Return the skillet to the heat and add the onion, carrots and garlic to it. Sauté for 5 to 10 minutes, or until onion is tender. Add to the meat. Add the wine, beef broth, parsley, thyme and bay leaf. Pour over meat. Bake, covered, at 300° for three hours. About 15 minutes before meat is done cooking, melt butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 5 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Meanwhile, in pot of boiling water, boil pearl onions for 3 minutes; drain and chill in cold water. Peel and trim, leaving root ends intact. Add the mushrooms and the pearl onions to the meat mixture. Bring the stew to a boil on top of the stove, then lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Season to taste.

Cops stop drunk semi driver RCMP Dispatch

Submitted rcmp media release On May 5, 2017, Spruce Plains RCMP received a call regarding a semi travelling south on Highway 5 that was all over the road and approaching Neepawa.

Police located the vehicle on Highway 16 near Minnedosa and initiated a traffic stop. Upon speaking with the male driver, police noted the smell of alcohol.

The driver was detained for an impaired operation investigation and provided a sample of breath into a roadside screening device, which resulted in a fail.

Two samples of breath were obtained from the driver, with results of 120 mg per cent and 110 mg per cent.

As a result, Casey Larson, of Otter Lake, was charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle. The

matter has been dealt with before the courts and a fine of $1,400 was issued.

On May 5, 2017, at approximately 10:30pm, Spruce Plains RCMP attempted a traffic stop with a vehicle on Highway 16.

The vehicle turned south onto road 81W and took off on police. Police did not pursue the vehicle, due to the amount of dust and light conditions. Police came upon a T-intersection and noticed a truck in the ditch on its side, as it failed to stop before landing amongst the trees. Males were seen exiting the vehicle and running into the bush. As a result, Police Dog Services out of Portage la Prairie attended the scene. Once on scene, the dog led police on a journey into the bush and located five males, making friends with one of them.

As a result, Elvis Hunt of

Winnipeg, was charged with flight from police and received a fine of $1,040.

Jerrid Mikaeli was charged with possession of weapon for dangerous purpose and fail to comply with Probation Order.

On May 6, 2017, Spruce Plains RCMP conducted a traffic stop on Railway Avenue in Neepawa. While speaking with the driver, police noticed the driver to possibly be impaired. The driver was arrested and during a personal search, police located numerous drug paraphernalia on the driver. During a search of the vehicle, police located numerous amounts of drug paraphernalia and some weapons. As a result, Anthony Swain, of Brandon, has been charged with carrying a concealed weapon, possession of weapon for dangerous pur-

pose and breaching conditions of his Probation Order.

Samantha Allingham, of Brandon, was arrested on outstanding warrants along with Karen Ballantyne, of Brandon, who was also arrested on an outstanding warrant.

On May 12, 2017, Spruce Plains RCMP conducted a traffic stop on Highway 16 as a vehicle was travelling 142km/h. Upon police approaching the vehicle, the male driver sped off and the vehicle was located a short time later in Neepawa. The male driver, only identifying himself as ‘Bill’ to police, was arrested for flight from police. The male was later identified as William Rennie, out of Parksville, BC, and was remanded into custody at Brandon Corrections. Rennie was charged and convicted for dangerous operation of a

motor vehicle and failing to comply with conditions of his recognizance. Upon his conviction, Rennie was given 60 days custody and a $200 fine.

On May 14, 2017, Spruce Plains RCMP conducted a traffic stop on 3rd Avenue in Neepawa. Upon police speaking with the occupants of the vehicle, police noted the odour of fresh marijuana coming from inside the vehicle. Both occupants of the vehicle were arrested and a search of the vehicle was conducted.

Marijuana was located inside the vehicle and the driver, Pablito Andama, was charged with possession of a controlled substance.

The charge has been dealt with before the courts and Andama received a one year Conditional Discharge.

On May 16, 2017, Spruce Plains RCMP were notified

of a possible impaired driver in Neepawa, as a vehicle almost struck a pedestrian.

Patrols were made and the suspect vehicle was located, making a turn into oncoming traffic. A traffic stop was initiated and the male driver showed signs of impairment to police and was arrested for impaired operation of a motor vehicle.

Once back at the Neepawa detachment, the male refused to provide samples of his breath to determine if and how much alcohol was in his system. As a result, Alan Crook was charged with refusing to provide samples of his breath and impaired operation of a motor vehicle. The matter has appeared before the courts and Crook was given a $1,400 fine for impaired operation of a motor vehicle.

Rural Outlook

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MPCCA races in McCreary

PHOTOS BY JOHN DRINKWATER

(Top left) Commencing Heat three in McCreary’s Chariot Races are Blair Farmer and Brett Neufeld.

Saturday, August 19th (Top right) Jordy Robertson and Brett Neufeld in a chuckwagon race.

BUS TRIPS Racing to the finish of Heat three are left, Blair Farmer (68.56) left, and Brett Neufeld (77.82).

Competing in the Manitoba Pony Chariot & Chuck wagon A ssociation (MPCC A) races at McCreary are (left to right). Doyle Langevin, Jordy Robertson and Brett Neufeld.

Working the harvest fields

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Brandt grain cart taking a load of grain off of a John Deere combine on the go.

By Micah Waddell The Neepawa Banner While harvest is far from over, early indications suggest that 2017 will be a good year for farmers in the Neepawa area, and although there were some showers on the weekend in Brandon and surrounding areas, most of the south west got little to no rain during the past week. The dry weather and above average temperature conditions gave producers a chance to continue harvest without major interruption.

Amir Farooq, Farm Production Extension Specialist with Manitoba Agriculture says that winter wheat

and fall rye harvesting is done with average yield and good quality this year.

Spring cereals harvesting is under way in Manitoba, 20 per cent of spring wheat harvesting is done with a 65-70 bu/ac yield and quality is good, with little to no fusarium levels, barley is 40 per cent done, with yields being reported at 80-90 bu/ac with good quality and test weight. Thirty per cent of the oats have also been harvested, with yields up to 100-110 bu/ac. Flax is maturing with no major issues.

Canola crops are looking good at this stage, very little harvest has been completed with no yield reports and

50 per cent of the canola is being swathed. Soybean crops are varying, different varieties and areas are responding in different ways, moisture is also a major factor this year. Specifically, areas that received good and timely moisture have very a promising crop, with good plant height and full pods. The majority of the crops are at the R6 stage. Most of the desiccated peas have been harvested, with a 55-60 bu/ acre yield. There are still some fields that need to be done. Corn is at the grain filling stage, and there are some reports of black birds in the corn.

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remain at the average, while a second cut of alfalfa is to be harvested, with yields varying from average to above average. Green feed silage continues to be harvested, with average to above average yields being reported.

Water levels in dugouts are approximately 60 per cent full.

There are some reports of spraying for bertha armyworm in the Minnedosa and Sandy Lake areas, flea beetles are also emerging again, but levels are very low. Sclerotinia and black leg are also at low levels this year. Soybean aphids are no longer a problem in the area.

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Prairie Sunset chronicles change over the last century

By Kate Jackman-Atkinson The Neepawa Banner Over the last century and a half, as settlers have come and gone, the prairie landscape had retained the reminders of those who once called the land their home. Photographer Dion Manastyrski has recently published a book, called Prairie Sunset: A Story of Change, documenting rural communities.

Manastyrski grew up on a farm in Saskatchewan,

but currently lives in Victoria. The book was born on a trip back to prairies in 2003, when he began taking photos of old and abandoned buildings. The pictures were gathered over eight trips and while he has refrained from fully identifying the locations photographed, he said that there are quite a few taken around Riding Mountain National Park. He had the photos,

SUBMITTED BY DION MANASTYRSKI

Manastyrski’s book combines personal stories, as well as photos.

but felt that something was missing, that the pictures weren’t quite enough. “In the middle, I decided I needed anecdotes,” he said.

Along with close to 200 pictures are personal stories that came out of about 70 interviews, as well as about 50 documents from government archives.

Covering a time span of about 100 years, Manastyrski says the stories touch of topics such as the seeds settlers brought with them from their homelands and the development of communities. The journey into the past was a memorable one, “I learned more than I ever imagined, it was quite an unusual experience,” he said.

In 2014, Manastyrski decided he was ready to proceed with printing the book, but wanted it to be printed in Canada.

Through pre-sales, he crowdfunded $40,000 to self publish the book and

PHOTO BY KATE JACKMAN-ATKINSON

Dion Manastyrski’s book, printed in Manitoba by Friesens Printing, is a tribute to the people who have called the Prairies home.

sold out his first printing.

With the second printing, he has been travelling to small towns across the prairies, hoping to bring the book back to its roots.

In August, he visited 40 small towns and found lo-

cal stores to sell copies of the book. “I want people to support small towns. I met hundreds of people [writing the book], supporting small towns and small family farms is so important,” he explained.

Locally, the book is available in Neepawa (at Home Hardware) and in Minnedosa (at Inspire Studio of Fine Art).

‘I live in the real world, I’ll bring that to politics’

By Kate Jackman-Atkinson The Neepawa Banner

Dougald Lamont has a vision for the province’s future and the Winnipegbased small business owner has been hitting the highways and byways to share his message. Lamont is one of three candidates vying to lead the provincial Liberal Party and he stopped in Neepawa on Aug. 24.

Born and raised in Winnipeg, Lamont is married PHOTO BY KATE JACKMAN-ATKINSON with four kids, aged seven D o u g a l d L a m o n t i s to 15. After a career working running for the leadership in advertising and com- of the provincial Liberal munications, he opened Party. his own public relations consulting company. Much of his work was in government communication and he has drawn on that experience to teach government/business relations at the University of Winnipeg. While working in government communications, Lamont worked for a variety of departments, including Infrastructure and Indian and Northern Affairs.

While Lamont has never held office, he has had lots of experience with the election process. “I’ve worked on lots of campaigns, one a year for the last 15 years,” he explains. These have been at all levels of government and while most of the candidates have represented the federal or provincial Liberal parties, he explained that his mayoral campaign for Robert-Falcon Ouellette was truly non-partisan in nature.

Lamont is focusing his campaign on the idea of inclusive government. He explains that many voters complain that politicians seem to care more about getting elected than getting something done. He added that they tend to neglect those who don’t vote for them, or don’t vote at all. “We need to govern for everyone, I mean literally everyone,” he said. “We want to provide the people of Manitoba with an option,” he added, noting, “I think people are looking

for an alternative [to the NPD and PC parties]”.

Lamont’s family had a farm in Rossburn and he has spent a lot of time travelling to the area. He explains that his visits to small communities left a lasting impression about the difference a single person can make to a community.

While he hasn’t yet released an official platform, Lamont noted the that education and making Manitoba known as a place to get good jobs are a focus of his. He added that they will be releasing a platform this fall.

In his bid for the party’s leadership, Lamont is facing two current MLAs, Cindy Lamoureux and Jon Gerrard.

He explains that while he isn’t an elected representative,

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Overall, Lamont is hoping to reach out to the those who feel left out of the larger parties. As he and his team head towards the Oct. 21 convention, when the party’s membership will decide the new leader, he said the campaign is going well. “We’re working hard, member by member, meeting by meeting,” said Lamont.

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No guarantees heading into training camp

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

Though the stifling temperatures outside suggest otherwise, the first signs of winter have returned to Neepawa, with the Neepawa Natives’ annual training camp. Anywhere between 75 to 90 players where estimated to report to the Yellowhead Centre on Wednesday, Aug. 30, for the 29th instalment of the MJHL hockey club’s tryouts.

Neepawa Natives general manager Myles Cathcart noted that this year’s camp could be one of the most interesting in recent memory, citing one very significant reason.

“The depth this year is the best we’ve seen in a while.

There are a lot of young prospects coming in, that have developed over the past couple years, since we drafted them and now appear to be ready to make that next step up into the junior ‘A’ ranks,” said Cathcart. “On top of that, we have many returning players who have been working very hard in the off-season to come into camp ready to go. Right now, we have eight 20-year-olds returning and several 19-year-olds as well. So, there are going to be some tough decisions that’ll have to be made. It’s the nature of the game at this level.”

Head coach Dustin Howden agreed with that assertion, saying there will be battles at every position.

“When you look at the depth chart, this team will have skill on every line. It’ll just be a case of positioning. The little battles that go on during training camp can make the difference. This camp is going to be very competitive and that’s going to be fun to see. To watch the way it all plays out over the weekend,” Howden said. “We’re going to run them through some drills, which will allow us to evaluate their skills and ability; and more importantly, their fitness. It’s one thing to be explosive early, but come the end of practice or the end of final day, we’ll see who is still able to stand out.”

Natives finalize coaching staff

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The Neepawa Natives have rounded out their coaching staff for the 2017/2018 season. Jim Platt will join Byron Billett as assistant coaches for the team. Platt has served as assistant coach for the club in the past and will provide a wealth of experience on the bench. The organization will also be adding Matt Lowry and Ward Szucki as Skill Development coaches to assist during practices.

Szucki will also be on the bench on occasion.

Derek Pearson will be returning as team trainer and marketing director.

“We have been working through many options over the past month and have rounded out the staff.

Jim and Byron will complement each other as well as coach Howden. Matt and Ward are alumni of the program, highly involved community members and have played at a high level. All of the coaches involved will help the overall growth of the player on and off the ice,” stated Neepawa Natives general manager Myles Cathcart.

Howden enters his fourth year with the Neepawa Natives (two as assistant coach and currently as head coach) and has developed a rapport with the players, community and staff during his tenure.

“I am excited about the upcoming season and accepting the challenges that come with a sophomore season as head coach. Last season, the structure was put in place on the ice and the players know the expectations coming to camp,” stated Howden.

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Left to right: Neepawa Natives general manager Myles Cathcart and head coach Dustin Howden speak with a combination of prospects and returning players on Wednesday, Aug. 30 at the beginning of the MJHL club’s training camp at the Yellowhead Centre.

The training camp will include a core of returning roster members from last year’s squad, as well as rookies and recent draft picks. Several other players in this category are currently at camps for Western Hockey League clubs, so the number could be larger before the beginning of pre-season. Cathcart said there will still a good amount of talent that will be on display early on. He added that some could be ready to step into a roster spot right now and a few more have some great long term potential. Howden, meanwhile, added that the entire organization is very excited about the start of training camp.

“While there is a solid core returning, we also have the crop of young players coming into camp who are going to make this lineup better. We want to ensure this team is successful on the ice, there are no guarantees for anyone heading into camp. If you earn a play on the roster this year, just know that you earned it by competing against some of the best that have assembled here, in quite some time.”

The first home pre-season game is set for Saturday, Sept.

9 against the Waywayseecappo Wolverines. The regular season begins Sept. 22 at the Yellowhead Centre, with the home opener against the Winkler Flyers.

Harvest for Hockey supports team and youth

By Ken Waddell The Neepawa Banner

The Neepawa Natives Harvest for Hockey program helps support the local junior team. The money raised from the Harvest for Hockey program comes in at a time of year when the team is running up large billeting costs. The money from grain that farmers donate goes to billet families and in turn, most of it gets spent in local grocery stores as families provide good meals for the players Neepawa area has a vibrant farming community and the Neepawa Natives are all about building partnerships with area farmers and farm groups to promote agriculture, farm families and the community while at the same time ensuring the Neepawa Natives organization thrives.

Recently, the team sent out letters to the area

farmers asking that they consider supporting the 2017-18 Neepawa Natives Harvest for Hockey project.

Neepawa Natives vicepresident Cam Tibbett said, “All the participating farmers and farming families will be recognized on signage at the Yellowhead Arena, on the team website and in the local media. A Harvest for Hockey Game Night is being planned where Harvest For Hockey contributors will be recognized. Donors will also receive two tickets to the November 4, 2017 Sports Dinner with guest speaker Chris Walby”.

Over the 29 year history of the Neepawa Natives, the team has been able to offer a rural town Canadian hockey experience to over 400 young men. The team hopes to continue this small agricultural town’s influence in young men’s lives. Neepawa Natives

general manager Myles Cathcart said, “The team is very proud that we have been able to provide a good hockey experiences and help many players to further their hockey career and university education.”

Farmers can donate canola or any other grain directly at one of the following grain terminals or elevators, where there is a Neepawa Natives Harvest For Hockey account set up: Richardson Pioneer at Minnedosa, Parrish and Heimbecker at Gladstone and Viterra at Forrest

The contact person for the 2017-18 Neepawa Natives Harvest for Hockey program is Cam Tibbett, who can be reached at (204) 841-3060.

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Neepawa Banner Sports Neepawa Natives weekend Fore! training camp schedule

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Friday, Sept. 1

Saturday, Sept. 2

Start time

Teams

Start time

Teams

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Team Black vs. Team Green

9:00 am - 9:45 am

Team Grey/Blue pre game skate

12:15 pm - 1:15 pm

Team Grey vs. Team Blue

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Team White vs. Team Red

2:45 pm - 3:45 pm

Team Black vs. Team Green

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Prospect Exit Meetings

5:45 pm - 6:45 pm

Team Red vs. Team Grey

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Team Blue vs. Team White

Grey/Blue exit meetings 10:30 am - 11:15 am

Team White/Red on ice practice White/Red exit meetings

3:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Team Grey vs. Team Red Exit meetings

The finalized lineups for the Grey vs. Red game will be posted in the lobby of the Yellowhead Centre.

Upcoming Neepawa Natives exhibition schedule: Friday, Sept. 8 - Neepawa Natives at Waywayseecappo Wolverines Saturday, Sept. 9 - Waywayseecappo Wolverines at Neepawa Natives Tuesday, Sept. 12 - Neepawa Natives at Dauphin Kings Wednesday, Sept. 13 - Dauphin Kings at Neepawa Natives Friday, Sept. 15 - Winkler Flyers at Neepawa Natives Saturday, Sept. 16 - Neepawa Natives at Winkler Flyers (All start times are scheduled for 7:30 pm) The Neepawa Natives regular season will begin on Friday, Sept. 22, when they host the Winkler Flyers at the Yellowhead Centre. Start time is scheduled for 7:30 pm.

PHOTO BY JOHN DRINKWATER

Mary Lou Klassen, on the first tee, competing in the 84th Tamarack Golf Tournament on Aug. 26.

NGCC ready to host Rosebowl Tournament

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

A premier golf tournament, which has become an end of summer tradition for many, returns to Neepawa this Labour Day weekend.

The Neepawa Golf and Country Club (NGCC) is scheduled to host the 55th edition of the Rosebowl Tournament, Sept.

2-4. Over 100 golfers from across the province have committed to

the event, including returning champion Mike Evenson of McCreary.

O t he r not a b le c h a l lengers returning will include Kris Jacobsen, who f inished second in the 2016 tournament and 2014 -2015 cha mpionship f light winner, Mark Kerkowich.

Nee paw a G ol f a nd Country Club general manager and CPGA golf pro Landon Cameron said the men’s match play event has become

a real staple on the golf calendar for many of the province’s top players.

“We have done a lot of things over the past few years, to enhance the event and ensure it is a fun weekend for everyone involved,” stated Cameron. “We have a solid group of about 7075 returning players who sign up every year, but we’re also seeing many younger players starting to get involved, on a year in, year out basis. Get-

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ting that next generation of golfers excited about the Rosebowl is very important in maintaining it for years to come.”

While extremely warm

and dry conditions have bla n keted t he reg ion for a n extended period, Cameron doesn’t expect that will impact the course. He said the

grounds crew has done a very good job to ensure all 18 holes are in tremendous shape and ready for the long weekend.

Touchwood Park 23rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament Touchwood Park would like to thank the 160 golf participants and the following supporters whose generosity raised over $9,000.00 on July 31, 2017.

4U Home Décor & Consulting Ag West Ltd. Angela Wilson Hairdresser ArtsForward Bamboo Garden Restaurant Bank of Montreal Beautiful Plains Credit Union Beyond the Garden Gate BPO Elks Lodge #398 Brews Brothers Bistro Brown’s Social House Century 21 - Westman Chalet Floor & Window Fashions Chicken Corral Restaurant CIBC Clear Lake Golf Course CN Suppliers Comfort Electric Dairy Queen Diamond Waterworks Dreger’s Plumbing & Heating Enns Brothers - Neepawa Farmery Estate Brewery FasGas Gardewine North Gary Roberts, CLU, CHFC Giant Tiger Gill & Schmall Agencies Gold Business Solutions Harris Pharmacy

Heartland CRP - Brien Walsh Houston’s Country Roadhouse HUB International HyLife Foods Hymie The Haircutter It’s Time Promotions Jackd Catering Jack’s Auto Repair John’s Electric Ltd. Kinley Thomson Chartered Accountants KK Penner Landon Cameron Mazer Investments McDonald’s McLaughlin GM Meyers Norris Penny & Co. Middleton Enterprises Inc. Minnedosa Golf and Country Club Montana’s Cookhouse Munro Farm Supplies Neepawa Chiropractic Center Neepawa Home Hardware Neepawa Pharmacy Neepawa Tire Neepawa UCT Council 924 Neepawa-Gladstone CO-OP Nick’s Repair Service Orv’s Appliance Sales & Service P. Baker Backhoe Performance Exhaust & Brake Service

Piston Ring Pitblado Law Planet Kia Precision Toyota Provost Signs Pyramid Collision Center RBC Neepawa RD’s on Main Rockin’ the fields - Minnedosa Rocky Mountain Equipment Safeway Shop Easy Foods Source for Sports Sysco Winnipeg TAC Ventures Taylor Law Office Team Electronics The Keg The Neepawa Banner & Neepawa Press Thomas Window & Glass Tim Hortons Town of Neepawa True North Sports & Entertainment Wahoski Mechanical Ltd. Westward Ford White’s Funeral Home Whitey’s Fitness Body Shop Yellowhead Windows Golf Participants Friends of Touchwood Park

Touchwood Park provides services, supports and opportunities to adults with intellectual disabilities living in our community.

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Time to play!

In memory of Gregory Finkewich

Banner Staff The Neepawa Banner Over the years the Neepawa Banner has reported numerous milestone birthdays for Gregory (Harry) Finkewich, the following is a write up from his 106th birthday. Sadly, Mr. Finkewich passed away this week and we offer our condolences to friends and family.

O n Ja n . 2 7, 2 017 Mr.Finkewich, celebrated his 106th birthday surrounded by friends and family. About 50 people attended the party, held in the MPR at Country Meadows, in Neepawa.Well wishes also came in the mail; Finkewich received seven certificates, including one from the Queen.

Following some speeches, Finkewich spoke, thanking all those who attended.

Olga Duncan, his daughter, said he was impressed with the turnout, including some old friends from Glenella, where he lived from 1938 until moving into Country Meadows about two years ago.

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Mr. Finkewich and his daughter Olga Duncan during his 106th birthday celebration earlier this year.

RCMP respond to fatal collision Submitted RCMP Media Release PHOTOS BY KIRA MCCORMICK-ADEMA

Once the cement was cured, the finishing touches were put on HMK ‘s new play structure on Thursday, Aug. 24. The sand was installed on Aug, 30

A new place to dine

On Aug. 27, just before 8:30 pm, Portage la Prairie RCMP were dispatched to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 1 and Highway 16 in the RM of Portage la Prairie.

When police arrived on scene, they assisted EMS in providing medical care while the fire department extracted two individuals from a car. A 19-year-old female from the RM of Alonsa and a 17-year-old male from Portage were pronounced deceased at the scene.

Initial investigation has determined that a semi-truck was travelling westbound on the Trans-Canada Highway carrying a load of heavy pipes, when it ran the red

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light at the intersection and collided with the car, which was heading southbound on Highway 16.

Gurjant Singh, 23, from British Columbia, was arrested and charged with Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle x2 and Criminal Negligence Causing Death x2. He remains in custody. Alcohol is not considered a factor in the collision. “[On Aug. 27], RCMP officers had to go tell two families that their children were never coming home,” said Tara Seel, Media Relations Officer with the RCMP in Manitoba. “Now those families are reeling, and the bottom line is – they should not have to be. The tragedies we are seeing on the roadways are preventable. Drivers need to slow down and pay attention.”

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Classifieds –––––––––– Coming Events

Arden Ladies Auxiliary craft sale, Saturday, Oct. 28th.

Table rental, $10. To book, phone Joan at 204-385-2576 or email joandoug@live.ca _____________________ Expressive Dance with Crystal. Dance classes for 2 yrs and up. Adult and boys classes offered. Contemporary, jazz/hiphop, tap, highland, Celtic Irish, theatrics, ballet, couples dance, stretch class, belly dance, itsy-bitsy yoga, jigging and the Charleston.

Registration Monday, Sept.

11, 3:30-7:00 p.m. at the TCS Pit in Minnedosa (90 Armitage Ave). For registration info, call Crystal 204-8673561 or 204-867-2446. _____________________ _Minnedosa Adult Learning Centre's course registations start Wed. Sept. 6th. Contact: Val Gawel at 131 Main St. South. 204-867-2519, alc@ rrsd.mb.ca _____________________ Mountain Road Craft Sale: Monday, Sept 4, 2017, 10:30 am - 2:30 pm. Hwy 357.

Lunch available. Contact 204-966-3829

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Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call Leah 368-2403 or 841-4766 _____________________ Drug problem? Narcotics Anonymous can help. Meetings on Sat at 7 p.m. and Tues at 7 p.m. at Calvary Chapel, 221 Hamilton St. Neepawa

–––––––––– Yard Sale

Huge multi family yard sale in Alonsa, west of school, Thurs. Aug 31, Fri. Sept 1, Sat. Sept 2, Sun. Sept 3, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily. Includes a garage full of antiques and collectibles. Lots of additional everyday, useful items. _____________________ Yard sale: Household items, shop tools and some air tools.

Sat. Sept. 3 and Sun. Sept. 4 10 - 3. #7 West Park Place, Neepawa.

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

In Memory

Classified Ad Deadline:

• Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines • Please check your ad when first published The Banner will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion.

• All copy is subject to approval by The Neepawa Banner.

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

–––––––––– Help Wanted

Fiskel Farms requires help for potato harvest: pickers, shed workers and truck drivers. Start appx. Sept. 11, for appx. 4 weeks. Call Rick or Karen 204-834-2792 or cell 204-476-6516. _____________________ Kelwood Legion Branch 50 is looking for a secretary/ treasurer position. Phone president Larry at 204-9663333 or 204-212-5018. Send resume and criminal check to Box 152 Kelwood, MB R0J 0Y0, or drop off at the Kelwood Legion after 4 pm, Thurs, Fri, or Sat.

–––––––––– Wanted

Son of an established farmer looking for my own grainland to rent in the Gladstone, Plumas, Arden and Langruth areas. Call Lyndon Soper at (204) 871-0070.

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ROUGH LUMBER, FULL DIMENSION 2x8, 2x6, 2x4, windbreak boards. Firewood slabs - 1 cord bundle $60. We buy standing spruce & poplar timber. Tri-J Industries. "Your Local Sawmill" 476-6798 or 476-6349

Birthday

Happy 80th Birthday Dad

Love, Debbie and Devin Worship Times

Douglas Bjarnarson

January 23, 1955 - September 1, 2015 Nothing can ever take away the love a heart holds dear fond memories linger every day remembrance keeps him near

Lovingly remembered by Debbie, Mark, Melissa, and Jarratt.

Obituary BOHM, JAMES RYAN October 27th, 1973 August 11th, 2017

It is with overwhelming sadness that we announce that Ryan passed away at 43 years of age, after an unrelenting battle with cancer. With his Family at his side, Ryan gently and peacefully passed away at the Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Ryan was a true inspiration to us with his witty, yet stubborn, ways and his gentle and profound love to those he leaves behind: his wife Donna and daughters Adrianna and Nadia of Langley B.C., parents Jim and Maureen Bohm of Langruth, MB., sister Cheryl (Bruce) Rosling, Lauren, Dean and Blake of Gladstone, MB., brother Kevin (Tanya) Rorie and Nathan of Garson, MB. Ryan was predeceased by his grandparents and parents-in-law. Ryan was a 13 year member of the Vancouver Police Department ,where he protected our communities and was part of an inspiring and indescribable brotherhood that he felt so fortunate to be a part of.

Ryan grew up in Langruth, Manitoba, where he enjoyed hunting, fishing and farming. Ryan was a huge superhero fan and will always be our greatest superhero of all time. Ryan was a blessing to us all. He was a fighter, a gentleman and an amazing son, brother, father and husband. He protected our communities and is a brother to so many. On August 21st, 2017 a funeral service was held at St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church in Langley, followed by a Vancouver Police Memorial Service. Our family has inadequate words to express the gratitude to family, friends, co-workers, our home communities, Dr. David Chapman and all the doctors and nurses at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre that were there during Ryan’s unrelenting battle. Thank you for the unwavering and gentle love, support, kindness, friendship, care and generosity. To our VPD and RCMP policing family, thank you for all your support during Ryan’s fight and final days.

Ryan, we will love you, miss you and embrace our cherished time with you. Forever we will love you Ryan.

If friends so desire, memorial donations can be made to a cancer charity of one’s choosing.

To place an ad:

Tuesday Noon

Church Worship Times Prepared by the Neepawa Ministerial St. James Anglican 11:00 a.m.

First Baptist 10:30 a.m.

Calvary Chapel 10:30 a.m.

Knox Presbyterian 11:00 a.m.

Roman Catholic Saturday 7 p.m.

Sunday 11:00 a.m.

Ukrainian Catholic 9:00 am every second Sunday Neepawa United Church 11:00 a.m.

Christ Lutheran 9:00 a.m.

International Worship Centre 1:30 p.m.

Waldersee Lutheran 10:00 a.m.

Prairie Alliance Church 11:00 a.m.

The Abiding Word Lutheran Church 9:00 a.m.

Brookdale United 9:30 a.m.

Thank You

Thank You

Canada 150/ Glenella 2017 Homecoming would like to thank the following persons and sponsors for helping make our weekend a success.

•Beautiful Plains Credit Union •Bruce’s Sewage Service •Clarke’s Funeral Home •Corona Hotel •Dairy Queen •Enns Brothers •Gill and Schmall Agencies •Glenella Homecoming Committee •Glenella Fire Department •Glenella Sabers Hockey Bus •Giant Tiger •GWB Auto Sales •Harris Pharmacy •HK Lumber •Lil and Gordon Kein •Manitoba Hydro •Meyers Norris and Penny •NAPA •Neepawa Gladstone Co-op •Pratt’s Wholesale •Preisentanz General Store •Richardson Pioneer •RM of Glenella/Lansdowne •Safeway •Turko Fertilizer And thank you to all our local volunteers that came together to make this event happen, your time and dedication are much appreciated.

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Churchill Block, Neepawa, 1 bedroom apartment, available immediately. Call 204841-1298 _____________________ For rent in Neepawa: 3 bedroom, 1 bath, living room, dining room, 4 main appliances and available anytime Phone 204-212-2331. _____________________ House for rent: 2 bedroom with 24 'x 30' garage. Available Sept. 1st. $800 per month rent, washer, dryer, fridge and stove. 69 Louise St, Gladstone, MB Call 1-204-325-8190 or 1-250505-2341 _____________________ TRAILER RENTALS: cargo, dump, equipment, auto, livestock/horse. FORK LIFT TELEPORT 729-8989

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

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Budget Tire Co. We buy and sell good used tires.

726-8199, Brandon

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Notice The PROPERTY REGISTRY

THE SURVEYS ACT

PUBLIC NOTICE In accordance with Section 11 of the above act notice is hereby given that the original monuments establishing the NE & ¼N Section 35 Township 13 Range 16 WPM have been lost. New monuments to perpetuate the original locations have been planted by Timothy Longstaff, Manitoba Land Surveyor on July 17, 2017.

Any person wishing particulars about the re-establishment of these monuments are advised to contact the following: Timothy Longstaff Manitoba Land Surveyor 100-158 11th Street Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 4J4 Phone 204.727.0651

or

Examiner of Surveys The Property Registry 276 Portage Ave Winnipeg Manitoba, R3C 0B6 Phone 204-945-1989 Paul.Burtnick@tprmb.ca

Any person having an objection to or having any evidence which he desires to give against the confirmation of the re-establishment of these lost corners are to submit any such objection or evidence in writing verified by affidavit to the Registrar-General within thirty days from the publication of this notice in the Neepawa Banner.

Where no objection to or evidence against the confirmation of the reestablishment of these lost corners are received by the Registrar-General within thirty days after publication of this notice, or where any such objection is subsequently withdrawn in writing, the Registrar-General shall confirm the re-establishment of these lost corners.

Office of the Registrar General Registrar-General 1203-155 Carlton Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3H8

_NuVision Commodities St. Jean, MB buying feed grains, wheat, barley, peas, oats, off grades grain and custom hauling back to the Red River area. Phone 1(204)758-3401 or 1(204)746-4028.

Reference: Altus File #202843

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MINTO-ODANAH

Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 27th day of September, 2017, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah 49 Main Street South, Minnedosa, Manitoba proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties: Roll Number 110500

Description

Assessed Value

LOT 3 IN BLOCK 6 IN THE TOWNSITE OF CLANWILLIAM IN L -$700 MANITOBA AS SHOWN ON A PLAN REGISTERED IN THE NEEPAWA LAND TITLES OFFICE AS NO. 391, LOT 2 IN BLOCK 6 IN THE TOWNSITE OF CLANWILLIAM IN MANITOBA, AS SHOWN ON A PLAN REGISTERED IN THE NEEPAWA LAND TITLES OFFICE AS NO. 391 EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS VESTED IN THE CROWN (MANITOBA)

BY THE REAL PROPERTY ACT

Amount of Arrears & Costs for Which Property May be Offered for Sale $2,712.95

The tax sale is subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property: • The purchaser of the property will be responsible for any property taxes not yet due.

• The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and costs.

• If the purchaser intends to bid by proxy, a letter of authorization form must be presented prior to the start of the auction.

• The Municipality makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold.

• The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or bank draft to the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah as follows: i) The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR ii) If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within 20 days of the sale.

• The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction.

• The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.

• If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.

• The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title in the land titles office, including the registration costs.

Dated this 8th day of August, 2017.

Managed by: Aaren Robertson Chief Administrative Officer Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah Phone: (204) 867-3282 / Fax: (204) 867-1937

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Notice PAX Parent Information Evening

Date: Time:

Hosted by: Rolling River School Division

Tuesday, September 5th, 2017 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm Location: Tanner’s Crossing School 90 Armitage Ave, Minnedosa, MB Rolling River School Division, in partnership with Healthy Child Manitoba Office, will be implementing the PAX program in all schools.

PAX is an evidence-based mental health promotion strategy that encourages engaged learning and emphasizes the importance of positive relationships, actions and thoughts.

PAX utilizes a set of strategies and activities that will be incorporated into Rolling River School Division K-12. PAX will help children develop self-control and self-management skills with the goal of increasing students’ ability to focus and promoting and rewarding positive behavior.

The PAX program has also been proven to avert lifetime mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

Please join us for an evening of information on the PAX program, in which you will have the opportunity to take in the remarks of various panels consisting of parents, teachers and students as well as ask any questions you may have.

If you have any questions about the program or the PAX Parent Evening, please call the Division Office at (204) 867-2754.

Help Wanted The Minnedosa and District Recreation Commission is seeking a fulltime Recreation Director to serve the Town of Minnedosa and RM of Minto-Odanah.

The Recreation Director will encourage and enhance recreation opportunities by coordinating programs and events; working with volunteers, staff, community groups and recreation leaders.

Qualifications include ▪ A degree in Recreation (or related field) is preferred but not necessary. An equivalent education and/or experience may considered.

▪ Self Motivated and strong organizational skills ▪ Strong oral and written communication skills.

▪ Program Planning ▪ Knowledge of funding opportunities and proposal writing experience.

▪ Experience working with staff, volunteers and the public.

▪ Knowledge of accounting and QuickBooks is an asset ▪ Report to and get direction from a board of directors.

Interested applicants should forward a detailed resume outlining skills and experience with 3 references by Monday, September 11th, 2017 to:

Selection Committee Minnedosa and District Recreation Commission Box 1259, Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 Or email to: minrec@mts.net

R.M. of Alonsa JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Rural Municipality of Alonsa is currently looking for an individual to fill a

Full Time Position as

Equipment Operator

The successful applicant will work in a unionized environment as a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 987.

Responsibilities include: •Operating R.M. Grader/snowplow, tractor and brush mowing equipment and other duties as assigned.

Applicant must have a valid class five driver’s license.

Wages, hours of work and working conditions as per the Collective Agreement.

Interested applicants should submit a current resume and a list of references no later than 3:00 p.m. Friday, September 8, 2017 to: Rural Municipality of Alonsa Equipment Operator P.O. Box 127 Alonsa, MB R0H 0A0 Fax: 204-767-2044 Email: rmalonsa@inetlink.ca For further information, please call the municipal office at 204-767-2054 Only those applicants who are awarded an interview will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest in seeking employment with the Rural Municipality of Alonsa

Help Wanted

Gill & Schmall Agencies FULL TIME ACCOUNTING POSITION

We are looking for a self-motivated, full time person to join our team, to begin work immediately.

Duties to include: • Payroll, accts. payable, accts. receivable, trust accts., financial statements • Computer skills are essential • We will train the successful person for Autopac and insurance • Preference given to individuals with an accounting diploma or training toward certification Apply in writing with references stating salary expectations to: PO Box 969, Neepawa MB R0J 1H0 or via email to dschmall@gillandschmall.com Only those candidates being considered will be contacted.

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION

Manitoba Community Newspaper Association Province-wide Classifieds FOR SALE

Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the ad; Manitoba Community Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such ads. For greater information on ad conditions, please consult the Association’s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.mcna.com.

BATTERIES FOR EVERYTHING. Auto, farm, construction, AT V, marine, motorcycle, golf car ts, phones, tools, radios, computers etc. Reconditioned, obsolete and hard-to-find

Applications close when position is filled. This is a permanent position at 6.5 hours per day. The salary for this position is $16.91 per hour.

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

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

Forward applications, complete with 3 references to: Dean Bluhm Transportation/Maintenance Supervisor Box 309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0 Phone: 835-2067 Fax: 835-2426 deanb@trsd.ca Although all applications are appreciated, only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted

FOODS Meat Cutter/Production Personnel HyLife Foods a division of the HyLife organization is engaged in the dressing and processing of hogs for both domestic and world markets.

To reach and sustain its position as a premier supplier of quality food products it strives to employ talented and motivated people who are capable of reaching the cutting edge of their discipline.

This position is based at the operations is in the vibrant community of Neepawa, Manitoba which has a reputation for its beauty and high quality of life. Due to rapid growth we are looking for Meat Cutters/Production Personnel.

Responsibilities / Duties include but are not limited to: • Slaughter, eviscerate and mark hogs for further processing • Cut pork carcasses into primal cuts for further specific specifications intended for commercial, industrial, institutional or wholesale use • To de-bone edible part and remove inedible organs or parts The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications: • Be able to work in a culturally diverse workplace • Have a good work ethic • Focus on treating people with dignity and respect • Appreciate a stable long term work environment • Experience as an Industrial Butcher or trimmer is required • Completion of secondary school may be required Current starting wage is $12.95/hour plus $1.00 per hour perfect attendance incentive!

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation based on experience and knowledge.

HyLife has been recognized as a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best-Managed Companies.

If you have the qualifications and the passion to meet this challenge then we would like to explore your potential.

Please apply online at http://www.hylife.com/current-opportunities/ We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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Cu sto m c a b i n et r y f o r the whole house! Cancelled, mismeasured and incorrectly ordered. Top quality cabinets. Build your home to fit and save 75% off retail. Fehr’s Cabinet Warehouse 1-800-758-6924 office@fehrscabinets.com Parts & full trailer repair, trailer safeties & Autopac Trailer Repair. Sales, Leas-

ing & Financing of flat-deck, dumpbox, cargo, gooseneck & utility trailers & truck beds. Kaldeck Truck & Trailer, Hwy #1 MacGregor, M b . 1 - 8 8 8 - 6 8 5 - 312 7.

Antique 1939 Ford Ferguson Tractor with new tires and 2 furrowed plow + Instruction Manual, $4,000.

Great condition. Phone Norber t 204 -248 -2214.

Back to School Mattress Sale extended to Sept 4!

Blowout prices on all mattress sets including floor model clearance. Hot specials include queen pillow top mattress sets starting at $399. Beautyrest pocket coil double or queen set $469. Beautyrest pillow top pocket coil mattress set in

Help Wanted

Invites applications for the following position:

Head Custodian at Ecole Laurier

batteries. SOLAR equipment. The Battery Man. Winnipeg. 1.877.775.8271 w w w.bat ter yman.c a

HARVEST HELP WANTED T & M Olmstead Farms (Carberry, MB) Requires workers for the upcoming potato harvest: pickers/sorters and truck drivers, Class 1 an asset but not a necessity.

Season to commence: September 11, 2 - 3 week duration.

Contact Trent (204) 476-6633 or Candis (204) 834-3257

CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE TUESDAY NOON

Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines.

The Neepawa Veterinary Clinic RECEPTIONIST

FULL TIME PERMANENT POSITION

Job Description: •Greet clients professionally and attend to their needs •Answer telephone calls and schedule appointments •Create invoices and receive payments •Maintain filing system and file correspondence •Support the mission, vision and core values of the business Requirements: •Education: High School Diploma/G.E.D •Experience:1-2 years experience in an office environment •Strong written and verbal communication skills •Multi-tasking capability without compromising on quality •Must be proficient in handling office equipment, including multiple lined telephones, fax machines, printers and debit machines •Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office •Must be able to assist with animals when needed •Must be able to work some weekends Please send resumes to Box 2260, Neepawa, MB, R0J 1H0

Little Saskatchewan River Conservation District

is dedicated to the adoption of sustainable practices that enhance quality of life and build sustainable communities through integrated land and water management.

Our employees enjoy opportunities to learn and implement new skills.

Senior Technician, Oak River, Manitoba (Permanent, full-time) The senior technician is responsible for the implementation, management and supervision of land and water stewardship programming for landowners, residents and municipalities.

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Boarding kennel approved North Cypress-Langford council meeting highlights

Submitted The Neepawa Banner A service described as “much needed” in the municipality will become a reality.

The proposed boarding kennel in North Cypress-Langford got the “go ahead” at the Aug, 14 meeting of North CypressLangford Council. Reeve Bob Adriaansen chaired the meeting with a full slate of councillors.

Owners J and C Baron were in attendance to hear planning officer John McEntee put forward their applications for a conditional use (to allow a boarding kennel for dogs in an agricultural district) and a variation application (to allow the kennel on a 2.81 acre parcel, rather than the regulated 3 acres.) The kennel will exist in the Baron home on pt. NE 03-11-15, which has a fenced exercise area behind and no close neighbours. Both applications were approved.

Another variation/conditional use application was also considered. M & L Bowley proposed to subdivide their yard site from their 80 acre agricultural parcel to create a rural non-farm dwelling. The proposal then is to sell the yard site and retain the balance (bushland) for recreational purposes.

A conditional use was required to create the non-farm residential parcel. A variation order was required to vary the size of the yard site from the 10 acre allowed to 11.82,

and to reduce the agricultural balance from the allowed 80 ares to 68.12.

There was some opposition to this proposal. Some members felt that they were opening the door to more dwellings on agricultural parcels. Once the variation was approved, the owner may build another dwelling on the remaining parcel, but it cannot be subdivided off. One council member called it “undue fragmentation.”

Both orders were given approval.

A proposed cattle crossing under a municipal road was given consideration. K. Chandler of Chandler Farms proposed to place a seven foot diameter culvert to connect Pt NE 10-12-14 to pt. NE 11-12-14.

The road has deep ditches at the proposed crossing, so it makes more sense to move cattle under the road than above ground.

The road elevation would not change.

Council did have concerns regarding the fence that would be from the ends of the culvert to the pasture fence. Because the fence would completely block the ditch, there needs to be signage a good distance from the fence to avoid an accident with snowmobilers and quads. All costs and signage would be at Chandler Farms’ expense, but may be erected by the municipality.

The culvert would have to be put in place when it does not conflict with harvest, as the road would be closed.

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Sealed, written tenders for the property situate in the Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne and described below will be received by: MEIGHEN, HADDAD LLP 110-11th Street Brandon, Manitoba R7A 4J4 Attention: Warren G. Barber, Q.C. SE ¼ 5-15-13 WPM The property includes: • 2 older 3 bedroom houses, bungalow style • 2 double garages, detached – each is 24’ x 24’ • 7 water wells • 2 story building (cement floor, former chicken barn 34’x110’) • Zipper-loc Quonset, dirt floor 40’ x 70’ • Farm repair shop, cement floor 24’ x 30’ • 4 steel grain bins • Various out buildings 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 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 5, 2017.

3. Tenders must be accompanied by a $1,000.00 deposit cheque payable to Meighen, Haddad LLP. Deposits accompanying unacceptable bids will be refunded.

4. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE 1. The 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 within thirty (30) days from the date of notification of tender acceptance, 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 paid 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. All mines and minerals will be reserved from any transfer.

5. The successful bidder will be responsible for real property taxes commencing January 1, 2018. For further information or an appointment to view, contact Wilfrid Lehmann @ 204-856-3395 (cell) or 204-3853753 (home).

Proposals will be received by the undersigned up to and including 12:00 Noon on September 6, 2017, for the operations of: 1) Canteen - Sportsplex 2) Bar - Curling Rink 3) Canteen - Ball Park Proposals to be clearly marked “Canteen Proposal” Proposals not necessarily opened on the closing date of the Proposal.

Highest or any Proposal, in whole or in part, not necessarily accepted.

For further information, please contact Grant Recknell, Facilities Manager, Ste. Rose Recreation Commission at 204-447-2154 or srrc@mymts.net Municipality of Ste. Rose P.O. Box 30, Ste. Rose du Lac MB R0L 1S0 Telephone: 204-447-2229 Facsimile: 204-447-2875

Neepawa Area Health Auxiliary Report

By Noreen Hollier Submitted As Canada celebrated 150 years the Neepawa area health aux. celebrates 114 continuous years. The inagural meeting of the Neepawa Women’s aid Society was held May 19, 1903.

Soon after additional groups were formed in neighbouring communities - Franklin, Arden, Eden and Plumas.

These groups formed because of the need for a hospital. The building of this was first proposed by the late Honourable J.A. Davidson, who donated the land and the hospital was built in 1904.

In its first three years of operation, the ladies raised over $3,500. Financial highlights in early years was the purchase of a $1,000 bond which was cashed in 1926 and given to hospital board to use in the construction of a new wing for the hospital.

In 1928, the W.H.A.S. assisted the public health nurse and physician with the first baby clinic where over 100 babies were examined in one day.

In 1937, the first “ Hope Chest” draw was held. For many years a cedar chest was purchased as first prize; later replaced with a jewel case containing a $50 cheque.

This raffle was and still is a major fundraiser. Now a

monetary raffle with the aux. making the tickets and selling over the summer and fall with the draw made at the fall tea at the Neepawa Legion hall on Oct. 25 this year.

The auxiliary has purchased traction equipment, bath chair lifts, transport incubator, wheel chair, TV’s, commodes, pressure mattresses, infusion pump, gynaecological equipment, chairs, Hobart mixer, ear/nose/ throat equipment for surgery and G.P.S equipment for ambulances. The list could go on.

Members make perogies for their friends and staff mat the care home and hospital and proceeded go to the education fund used for a $1000 scholarship to be given to a graduate of N.A.C.I. entering the second year in a health care field college or university, money can also be used for an education session with the guys speakers.

A memorial fund was established in 1980 whereby individuals can honour deceased friends and relatives by making a donation to the Aux. An annual canvas of the Neepawa and area businesses is done each fall.

The gift cupboard at the hospital is a source of

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Fuel is to be delivered to Division owned tanks situated throughout the School Division. The duration of the tender is from September 2017 to June 2018.

Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

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revenue while providing convenient articles such as combs, toothbrushes and toothpaste, knitted slippers, baby sweaters and aphgans. Many items donated by aux. members and members of the community.

Volunteer work by Auxiliary includes, assisting and supplying beverages and cookies at the blood donor and flu clinics. Visiting one afternoon a week at the hospital is done with long term patients. Help at the strawberry tea at the Country Meadows. Make tray favours for hospital and Country Meadows at christmas. Poinsettias delivered to same and the health unit. A gift is given the first baby born at the Neepawa Hospital in the New year.

N.A.H.A holds seven meetings a year in January, April, may, June, September, October and November at the Neepawa Legion Hall.

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Art in Onanole

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To commemorate Canada 150 Wasagaming Community Arts (WCA) invited RMNP visitors to provide 150 self portraits entitled “ 150 Faces of Canada.” By submission date 214 entries had been received. This wall display is one of many showcasing the artwork. Above: Oil on Canvas artwork created by Weiming Zhao entitled, “ The Visitor Centre of RMNP on a Summer Morning. Top right: “ Sunset on Lake Audy “ oil on canvas painting by Weiming Zhao. Bottom right: Pencil crayon on paper artwork created by artist Kati Nagy entitled, “Equilibrium.” The WCA exhibition closes for the season Sept. 5.

Province invests in school upgrades

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

Schools across Manitoba will be sharing in a multimillion dollar infrastructure boost from the provincial government. On Friday, Aug. 25, Education and Training Minister Ian Wishart announced the investment of $53.7 million would be distributed for just over 100 infrastructure renewal projects. The funding includes $14.3 million for roof replacements, $15.6 million for mechanical systems replacement, $13.7 million for structural upgrades and $10.1 million for access projects.

As part of the announcement, Wishart noted that these projects will provide students and educators with safe and healthy places in which to study and work.

“We are making significant investments in school infrastructure renewal because our government recognizes how important it is to ensure all students have a positive learning environment,” stated Wishart.

The local projects receiving support include Alonsa School (roof replacement), Gladstone Elementary (gym roof and multiple wall replacement) and Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute (installation of an elevator).

Agassiz MLA Eileen Clarke noted that she is pleased

to hear of these local improvements.

“The new elevator in Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute will increase accessibility for students, staff and visitors. Over $1 million is allocated for this important project in addition to the over $10 million previously announced for Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute’s major expansion,” stated Clarke. “Additionally, Gladstone Elementary will benefit from a roof and wall replacement which will help extend the life of the school. Our government is making significant investments in school infrastructure renewal to ensure our public schools are safe and healthy places in which to study and work.”

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