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Let’s Talk Science a big hit with kids

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Author and illustrator bring awareness to nature

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The Let’s Talk Science event was sponsored by the W hitemud Watershed Conservation District and the Beautiful Plains Recreation Commission. The event was coordinated by Nicole Synchyshyn Director of Recreational Services at the Town of Neepawa who said, “Thanks to the sponsorship we were able to offer the event free of charge. We had 65 kids attend the event, ages ranging from 4 - 16. The instruction was put on by the University of Winnipeg and it was the most participants they have had for a program. They were very surprised at the number of students that turned up on a Saturday to learn about science. U of W has already said that they will be returning next year since it was such a successful event.”

The kids spent roughly an hour at each work st at ion doi ng va r ious act iv it ies a nd ex per iments surrounding each topic, which included:

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Sixty-five students took part in the Let’s Talk Science project at Neepawa on Jan. 20. It was the largest event held by the University of Winnipeg so far in Manitoba.

dinosaurs/fossils, growing your own crystals, germs/ bacteria, microscope fun,

water erosion and much more. Neepawa Boston Pizza graciously gave a

gift for each participant and supplied the U of W volunteers with a delicious

meal before they headed back to the city.

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Local author and illustrator team bring nature mindfulness to life for kids in new book

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Jessie Klassen has always felt a strong connection to nature. Growing up on her parents’ farm near Tenby, Man., she learned to look towards the natural world for peace and inspiration.

Now, Klassen spends her time on her family farm with her husband and three children, writing for various newsletters as well as her blog ( jessieklassen.com).

And now, Klassen can add published author to her list of accomplishments: just before Christmas, her book The Sapling, illustrated by Minnedosa artist Emily MacDonald, was published.

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“Nature wants that connection with us as badly as we want it with nature,” she attests. “Some people have gotten to the point where they think nature doesn’t need people, that it’d probably he happier if we weren’t even here, but my experience is that nature wants our connection, our touch: it really does.”

When it came to finding an artist to bring that sacred connection with nature to life, Klassen says she found illustrator Emily MacDonald in a very serendipitous fashion. She got in touch with Inspire Art Studio in Minnedosa, and was eventually introduced to MacDonald, who as it

learn every single one of those lessons. I didn’t realize when I wrote it that I would have to live through every single one.”

Klassen and MacDonald hope that the book will sell worldwide and bring a love of nature to all who read it.

“We were all born with a gift to share,” Klassen notes. “But to truly share it, you need to get over the fear of judgement. Especially when you’re putting something out into the world, when you’re opening yourself up. But you’re also opening yourself up to so much beauty.”

The Sapling has been met with very positive reviews from readers as

Some people have gotten to the point where they think nature doesn’t need people, that it’d probably he happier if we weren’t even here, but my experience is that nature wants our connection, our touch: it really does.

-Jessie Klassen

“A tiny maple seed had blown in on the breeze and happens to land beside a great big Maple Tree. The Maple Seed feels very small in a big world as she becomes the Sapling. There is much that she doesn’t understand and she has many questions and fears about growing up.

But with wise advice from her friend, the Big Tree, the Sapling overcomes her fears and grows into the Tree she is meant to be,” reads a description of the book found on Klassen’s blog.

Klassen says the story came to her when she was spending time among the trees on her property.

“I can’t just sit down and make myself write,” she explains. “It has to come very organically. I just really felt like this had come from the trees, and that it’s something that they want kids to know.”

Klassen has long practiced nature communication, and credits nature with giving her all the inspiration she needs - not just for her writing, but for all aspects of her life. She says that she hopes that her book, which is not just a wonderful story but also contains activities that she practices herself with her kids out in nature - will bring nature communication and mindfulness to the forefront for kids and families everywhere.

turns out, was looking for a creative project to work on.

“I was feeling like I needed something more to work on. I work a 9 to 5 job, and I needed a creative outlet. I had felt that way for a while,” the illustrator explains. “I hadn’t even read the story yet and I was like, ‘Yeah, this is what I want to do.’”

Klassen sent MacDonald the story, and from there, it grew organically - mirroring nature, Klassen and MacDonald were quick to point out.

“I just started sketching what I saw in my mind, and then when Jessie and I got together, we went through the sketches. We tweaked some things here and there, and I did a couple of different versions that got a little more refined,” MacDonald remembers.

Finally, after two years of writing, illustrating, and finally self-publishing, the book was complete - the first in the Nature Child children’s book series that Klassen and MacDonald have planned.

Klassen says that the whole experience of putting the book together from start to finish was an unforgettable experience.

“The story is full of wisdom,” she explains. “I didn’t realize I’d have to

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The illustrator Emily MacDonald (left) and author Jessie Klassen (centre) presented a copy of The Sapling to Debbie Unger (right) at the Neepawa Public Library.

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far as France. Klassen and MacDonald have also partnered with the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), and a portion of the book’s sales are donated to both the NCC and TreeSisters, a non-profit organization whose aim it is to accelerate tropical reforestation by engaging the feminine consciousness.

The book is available locally at Herbs for Health and the Art and Soul Artists’ Loft in Neepawa, at the Preisentanz General Store in Glenella and Inspire Studio of Fine Arts in Minnedosa; as well as on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Chapters, Kobo E-Books, and Smashwords E-Books.

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Neepawa tourism stakeholders plan new brand

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Neepawa and area may be launching a new branding process for tourism.

In recent years, and especially since the demise of the world renowned Neepawa Lily Festival, there has not been a coordinated branding effort in the area. In the past few years, the Town of Neepawa has spent almost zero dollars on tourism but has stepped up with a major commitment of $10,000 per year for three years to cover start-up costs for new tourism initiatives. Travel Manitoba’s contribution is rounded up to $25,000.

Town of Neepawa Economic Development office Marilyn Crewe said in an interview with the Banner and Press, “I heard that Travel Manitoba was doing this place-branding program from other economic development officers in the province and I knew this was something that would be a good opportunity for Neepawa. I brought the idea to council for discussion and they gave the nod to go ahead and I invited Travel Manitoba to come to Neepawa to do the analysis meeting.” The meeting in question was held Jan. 17 at ArtsForward and was attended by about 40 people

with an interest in tourism.

Colin Ferguson, CEO of Travel Manitoba, who attended the meeting said.

“The place-branding program has been going on for almost a year now. It started with Clear Lake.

They came up with all these innovative ideas so we started thinking about this and started talking a little bit about the possibility of doing some placebranding initiatives in other parts of the province.

It’s designed to align the communities and get the stakeholders together like the business community and town council, the Chamber of Commerce

getting everybody working in the same direction. I’ve been marketing my whole life and I know if you can get everybody working in the same direction, then you are all of common purpose and of common objective and you can be successful. In Neepawa, we will work on getting them together and working in conjunction with Travel Manitoba, getting a brand that they can stand behind, be proud of and moving the community forward behind that brand.”

Ferg uson said, “The facilitated session really is the first, well it’s actually the second stage. The first

stage is a community coming forward and saying we understand that you have this place branding program, we are interested in this, we can meet the requirements, we will find the $10,000 or more a year. We believe we have the 75 room nights, from the accommodations perspective all year round, we also believe we have some products that would be some interest to other people for them to come into our community.

Tonight’s facilitated session was really to round that out and find to who this community is, what the marketable products are

and what they believe they could stand behind.”

In summary Ferguson noted, “I think the room felt there was an enormous sense of pride from a handful of people that stood up and spoke from the heart, and I believe what they have to say and I believe this is a significant opportunity for this community.”

At the end of the evening the assembled group drew up a list of people who will review the meeting and come back with a recommendation. That group will be meeting by the end of January.

Some people curse their father and do not thank their mother.

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RIGHT IN Newspaper readers not THE CENTRE so much. This week, I am offering up a re-run of a 2017 column. This week, we have had so many staff off work due to illness that we are operating on a very stretched schedule. Hopefully, next week will be back to normal, whatever normal is in our newspaper world.

I recently read a column about the universal day care myth. Day care has been a huge topic for many years and there their kids and if it makes eco- the number of people in public are those who would have us nomic or career advancement service unions. believe that all children should sense, that’s all well and good.

I admire people who are truly be in day care. All day care The only thing I ask people to innovative in the way they care should be owned by the govern- consider is the affordability of for their kids. Sometimes it’s ment and certainly all levels of day care for a family income. sharing child care between famday care should be supervised Other aspects of day care ilies or between generations. and reguThe part that I object to is that governments, S o m e lated by it is bureaucrats, academics and union leaders times t he g o v juggling tend to want to put every kid in a government shifts so er n ment .

That of course run, unionized, subsidized day care. one paris untr ue but ent c a n it doesn’t stop some folks from are harder to measure but they be always at home. I have no pushing the idea that we must should be considered. If a child problem if a single parent needs have universal day care. Day loves being at day care and is day care. What I object to is our care is a highly valuable insti- doing well, that’s fantastic. But society being told that we have tution in a community. Some if a child isn’t doing well at day to have day care, that it has to folks truly benefit from having care, it can have some long term be government run, has to be a day care option. What I have detrimental results. government funded and that always found very frustrating, The part that I object to is parents can’t raise their own annoying even, is that many that governments, bureaucrats, kids, they have to be raised by people do not seriously evaluate academics and union leaders the state. the pros and cons of day care. tend to want to put every kid Having the government inThere is a cost to day care that in a government run, union- volved in every aspect of our seriously erodes the financial ized, subsidized day care. The life from day care to regulating viability of believing that every unions love growth in publicly how much sugar we eat is getparent must be working outside funded operations at any level ting rather annoying. If I am the home. as it automatically swells union really good, maybe my grand A single parent has to have numbers. Union leaders are daughter will let me read a book some day care options but it may some of our best entrepreneurs to my great grandsons while we not be a government run day as they want to grow their inf lu- enjoy a candy bar without the care. Two parent families may ence and their numbers. The government looking over our also want or need day care for easiest way to do it is to swell shoulders.

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orry”. While we may not claim total ownership of the word, as we can with “eh”, it’s as Canadian a word as you will find. On any street, in any Canadian town or city, you will find someone unnecessarily apologizing for bumping into an inanimate object. Almost as Canadian an image as skating on a frozen lake is the Canadian apolo- MY gizing for being PERSPECTIVE bumped into in a grocery store.

So ingrained in the Canadian Kate psyche is polite- Jackman-Atkinson ness, that when Canadian Geographic and The Walrus joined forces to put together “The Story of Canada in 150 Objects”, “politeness” was ranked number one.

For the most part, we are proud of this defining Canadian feature. We are proud of our international peacekeeping work and our perpetually high status in international rankings of the friendliest countries. Many Canadians take this trait seriously, we smile with glee when another survey comes out ranking us among the “nicest” countries in the world.

Our friendly status extends into cyberspace as well. A recent study by two PhD candidates at McMaster University in Ontario found that Canadians were much more positive than our neighbours to the south. They looked at the most commonly used words in more than three million tweets that were geotagged as being from either Canada or the US, from February to October 2015.

Aside from the names of popular sports teams, Canadians’ most frequently used words included “great”, “amazing”, “beautiful” and “favourite”. And of course “hockey” and “eh”. How about the Americans? Most of their mostly commonly used words can’t actually be printed, but the ones that can include “hate”, “hell”, “tired”, “hurt” and “annoying”. Yet another opportunity to feel smug about our niceness.

There are a few theories to explain Canadians’ niceness. One, put forward by Nelson Wiseman, director of Canadian Studies at the University of Toronto, is that it’s due to Canada’s long history of being ruled by centralized regimes, starting with the French and British. Along those lines is also the fragment theory, which argues that colonial nations are composed of fragments from the nations that colonized them. In Canada, the values and characteristics of the early European settlers, and in particular the conservative British immigrants, shaped Canadian culture.

Then there is the idea of necessity, put forward in the humorous how-to-guide, “How to be a Canadian: Even if you already are one”. It argues that Canadians must be polite to one another because you never know when you might need your neighbour’s help when you’re stranded in the middle of a blizzard.

Americans seldom have to overcome their differences and unite against the weather and while Canada was founded by an international corporation and then a bunch of conservative Europeans, the United States has a strong and celebrated heritage of individualism and rebellion. Indeed, to a certain degree, Canadians’ perceived niceness is also a matter of being compared to Americans. If we were neighbours with, say Finland, it wouldn’t be such a unique trait.

At the end of the day, Canadians’ niceness is a stereotype. While it’s rooted in some truth, and perhaps some national branding, we know it’s not entirely true; we’ve all seen our fellow Canadians cut in line, honk at slow moving vehicles and berate some poor sales clerk.

The “nice Canadian” is an image that has served us well over the past 150 years. In a world of increasing fracture and animosity, will it become a liability to be exploited by bullies, or an asset to make us a shining beacon in a dark world? Only time will tell.

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Good leaders know when to follow Observation

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n this part of Canada, we rely on trucks and trains to move raw materials and manufactured goods from one place to another. Even though freight rates have increased signif icantly over the past few years (thanks in part to fuel surcharges and ot her taxes), trucks and trains are still the most efficient way to move goods from coast to coast.

But in some parts of Europe, conveying goods by truck or train can be expensive and time consuming. For example, a drive from Stockholm, Sweden to Hamburg, G er m a ny cou ld t a ke four days, maybe longer.

There is only one route— west from Stockholm into Denmark; then south through Denmark into Germany and east to Hamburg. The trip by r a i l cou ld t a ke even longer; as freight trains in Europe are short and don’t have priority on the rails like they do here.

For t u nately, a n a lternative is available.

Truckers heading to Germany can travel south

FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein to the Swedish port of Trelleborg. There they will board a ferry for an eight hour trip across the Baltic Sea to Travemunde, Germany. From there, it’s roughly a three hour drive into Hamburg.

Three ferry lines (Stena, TT and Unity) operate out of Trelleborg. The ships themselves are huge.

Some are equipped to carry rail cars. The rest carry trucks, cars and people. T hey operate on a tight schedule so unloading and reloading must be done as quickly as possible—and it is, thanks to a highly trained and very efficient group of deck hands who staff each ferry.

These deck hands can unload and reload the biggest ship in the f leet in less than two hours. But don’t ask them to go below deck and fix an engine or report to the bridge to steer the

ship. That’s not their area of expertise. Pilots and navigators steer the ship.

Mechanics and engineers keep the onboard systems running smoothly. Cabin attendants and food service personnel make sure the passenger areas are clean and that tasty meals are prepared for those on board.

T he C a pt a i n i s i n charge of the ship. His job is simple—make sure the ship leaves its port of origin on time and arrives at its destination on time with ship, cargo, passengers and crew intact.

He is always on the alert, looking for anything that might put his ship in danger. He has no time to tell a mechanic how to change oil in an engine, to tell a chef how many teaspoons of salt to put in a large pot of soup or to tell a deck hand how much space to leave between

parked vehicles.

A good Captain trusts his crew to do what they have been trained to do.

They trust him to keep them on t ime and on course while at sea. They know they can go to him if they need advice; and he knows he can go to them if he encounters a problem he can’t solve.

He may be in charge of the ship, but he doesn’t know everything. A wise Captain knows when to assert his authority and when to allow others to lead in areas where they have greater expertise.

Theirs is an example all leaders should follow.

We don’t need micromanagers in positions of political, business, community or religious leadership. What we need is people who will respect the expertise of those they lead, seek counsel from them and follow their advice when necessary.

You don’t have to know everything or have all the answers to be a good leader. Good leaders know when to follow.

First World problems….

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nfor tunately, a pair of my black leather dress gloves went AWOL . I know from where they disappeared. Now, alas, I have to wear my brown leather dress gloves with my black boots. I know how very petty that sounds even as I write it. But I want black gloves with black boots. I have almost always had black gloves with black boots. See how very deep my problem is?

And I know it is a first world problem. There are many even in this first world country in which I live that do not have any gloves to go with any boots. In Third World countries the situation is often dire to the point of little or no clothing or clothing choices.

Evening comes and with the dark comes the munchies. I have the choice to eat healthy, fruits, nuts,

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Rita Friesen raisin, vegetables or yogurt – sometimes all of the above- or slip away from the healthy to the almost healthy like popcorn, or go decadent with chocolate, ice cream, pop and candyand there are times when I over indulge here as well!

Food choices are troublesome all day long, when to eat and where to eat and what to eat. Again, a first world country dilemma, recognizing that within our world of privilege there are too many who go to school hungry, who go to bed hungry, who worry about the next meal for their family. Again, in some T h ird World

countries the situation is dire to the point of little or no food.

The water as it comes from the tap has a slight odor and a bit of an off taste. Leaving a pitcher on the counter overnight dissipates both the smell and the taste. Easily done.

There was a time when I did purchase water, and I have no odds with those that do. For me, now, it is important that as few items as possible hit the re-cycling container. I tap my foot a bit impatiently as I wait for the water to run hot in the bathroom, twenty feet from the hot water tank. Major f irst

world problems! Water has a taste and I wait three minutes for hot water. I know! And in many Third World cou nt r ies have clean drinking water is a dream. While I debate whether it would be better to have tea, coffee, milk, pop or juice.

There are many times in a day when I stop myself with the knowledge that my complaint is frivolous and uncalled for. They stem from a position of privilege. I acknowledge that I am white, educated, self-sufficient, competent and able. I am blessed.

Some of t hese g i ft s I worked for, worked hard for, and others came by circumstance. With this awareness, I strive to also be aware of the ways, and times, I can share my blessings with others. I am a product of a First World country. Many are not.

By Addy Oberlin It is a good time to check the weather. Are we getting snow, fog or freezing rain? How cold is it going to be? My daughters from Alberta came to see me and checked the weather from Alberta to Manitoba before they decided to come or to go home again. It is a 15 hour drive for one of them. So far it has worked out great and the weather has co-operated.

During our every day life we make many decisions.

Sometimes they work out great, other times we have to change or redirect our plans. The most wonderful choice we can ever make in our life is to give our decision making over to the Lord. We need to always be ready and prepared to make a change in our decision when obstacles come on our path. We then prayerfully wait on the Lord and abide by His plan, which is always better.

David cried out unto the Lord because he was afraid of his enemies but he “believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living” (Psalm 27:13).

Wait on the Lord!

Opinion

Trudeau’s summer jobs ideology test will damage students and children

The Canada Summer Jobs program provides over $200 million per year to fund some 70,000 students with seasonal employment. Just before Christmas, Prime Minister Trudeau changed the requirements for funding which now demands that applicants and employers sign a document to attest that they support women’s reproductive rights, and the rights of genderdiverse and transgender Canadians.”

Dr. Charles McVety, President of Canada Christian College and School of Graduate Theological Studies and the Evangelical Association, says “I am very concerned about the children who will be hurt by Trudeau’s ideological test as their favourite camp worker will be rejected for not swearing to support abortion. It is sad to think of the thousands of Christian students will lose their summer jobs for not attesting to multiple genders, jobs they depend upon to pay for fall tuition. All so the Prime Minister can flex his muscles to force young people to bow to his decrees.”

McVety goes on to say “Christian leaders from across the country representing several million Canadians are asking Prime Minister Trudeau to withdraw his attack on Christians and come to the table to discuss how to best support students with freedom and equality while recognizing that bible believing Christians will be able to swear support abortion or multiple genders.

This “Christians need not apply” approach will not be tolerated under section 15 of the Charter or by the court of public opinion”. For further information go to www.mcvety.ca or call 416-456-0096

Thumbs up, thumbs down Thumbs down to the placement of the 30km School Zone speed sign in the front of the Evergreen Apartment block at the corner of Commerce Street and Mountain Avenue. When there is a long line of vehicles (4-5) in front of the apartment block this sign is totally invisible when driving south on Mountain Avenue, especially when there are a couple of pick up trucks with their higher cabs. This 30km speed sign should be moved 40 feet farther to the north to make it visible and also the tenants that walk out of the north unit would not have to be faced with this big white sign as they walk out to their vehicles.

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Second lowest vehicular death toll in 35 years

Submitted Neepawa Banner & Press With 73 people killed last year in 65 fatal collisions, 2017 was one of the safest years on Manitoba public roadways since 1982, based on preliminary analysis released by Manitoba Public Insurance. 2017 results were second only to 2014 when 68 fatalities were reported.

“While it is very positive that road fatalities in 2017 were the second lowest in the last 35 years in Manitoba, the fact that 73 lives were lost is a stark reminder that much work still needs to be done to change the driving culture within our province,” said Ward Keith, vice-president of Business Development and Commun icat ions, CAO, Manitoba Public Insurance.

“We must remember that behind these num-

bers are mothers, fathers, sons, daughters, grandparents, good friends and co-workers. Road safety is very much a partnership between motorists, other road users, and road safety agencies within our province.”

Based on preliminary data from 2017, there were 65 fatal collisions on public roadways in Manitoba which resulted in 73 deaths a 32 per cent decrease from 2016 when 107 deaths were reported.

Although the full analysis of motor vehicle collisions in 2017 is still in progress, preliminary data shows that impaired driving, distracted driving, speed, and not wearing seatbelts continue to be primary contributing factors in fatal collisions, which once again demonstrates that the majority of these tragic losses could have been prevented.

Annual event lures stars to the valley In 1937, Albert E. Brumley wrote a catchy gospel tune titled “Turn Your Radio On,” which was eventually recorded by dozens of artists and groups including Skeeter Davis in the 1960s and Ray Stevens a decade later.

Like many hit songs, “Turn Your Radio On” reappeared from time to time, possibly because radio stations loved playing the self-celebrating tune so much. There was a time when radio stations didn’t begin each day until sunrise, and many of those stations in small towns across North America began their days with that favorite gospel melody.

While it was recorded numerous times by well-known artists, no one had a bigger hit with the song than Tangi Blevins & the Heavenly Hosts.

When Tangi sang the chorus, you knew she meant every word: “Turn Your Radio On And listen to the music in the air.

Turn Your Radio On, heaven’s glory share.

Turn the lights down low And listen to the Master’s radio.

Get in touch with God, Turn Your Radio On.” While a lot of folks in the valley were fixated on the upcoming mayoral election, there were others who had their thoughts focused on another major August event: The Spring County Fair.

For teenagers like Mary Ann Tinkersley and myself, the fair meant getting our sheep ready for the annual 4-H judging, a big milestone for small-town youth. Most of the Included in the 73 losses were seven motorcyclists and 11 pedestrians. There were no cyclists killed in 2017, according to the preliminary counts.

Recent ly, M a n itoba Public Insurance put out a call to action, asking all road users to make 2018 the safest year in history on Manitoba roadways. The province’s public auto insurer, in partnership with MADD Canada, has also

excitement, especially among the female population, was reserved for the lineup of pseudo-celebrities who made their way through the county fair circuit each year.

Some fair headliners were bigger than others. No one will ever forget Tim Jones, the Tom Jones impersonator, who caused more than one fainting spell as he sang “She’s a Lady” in 1977.

If I tried to name the biggest star to grace the stage at the Spring County Fairground before 1998, it most likely would have been a toss-up between 1985’s Boxcar Willie, who catapulted to fame as an overallswearing hobo selling records during afternoon Brady Bunch reruns, and “Mr. Sound Effects” Wes Harrison in 1983.

But on Tuesday, July 21, 1998, the primary focus of attention shifted from weekend news of the spiritual rededication of Elbert Lee Jones and Marvin Walsh during the Sunday contemporary service at the Lutheran Church to the posters being hung in store windows along the town square.

Who would believe it? In just four weeks, Tangi Blevins, along with all four Heavenly Hosts, would be appearing live on stage at the county fair. This could just be the biggest

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star to appear at the county fair since Boxcar Willie. This surely made the 11-mile journey to the county fairgrounds worth the effort.

Raymond Cooper, thankful for anything that would temporarily divert the community’s attention away from the recent egg-price scandal, found an old 45 in the record vault left from the previous station owner. Earl Goodman, delivering mail to homes on third street, noticed the tune playing as he walked past each screen door on this warm summer day: Turn Your Radio On And listen to the music in the air.

He thought it was odd, since Raymond Cooper generally gave his daily Bank of Canada Report at 2:45. Whatever the reason, Earl couldn’t get the song out of his head the rest of the day.

And to think – all this happened as Iris Long pasted the headline as she made the final touches to the next morning’s edition of The Lennox Valley Hometown News.

Just like most big events in the summer of ‘98, chatter about Tangi Blevins would wind down in favor of something much bigger.

Iris Long inhaled, then exhaled, as she made the final touches to the front page.

The Good Folks of Lennox Valley is a feature that previously appeared in the Neepawa Press and will run weekly in the Neepawa Banner & Press. Visit lennoxvalley.com to learn more about the good folks.

road safety every time they get behind the wheel,” said Keith. “Buckling up all the time, driving to road and weather conditions, not driving when impaired by alcohol or drugs, or while distracted – are all simple reminders that can help to prevent being involved in a collision. They can also literally make the difference between life and death.”

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Brookdale Men's Bonspiel First Event winner was the Chad Sahulka rink from Brandon. Picture shows from L to R Lead Keith Murkin, Second Brady Sahulka, Third Donovan Hickson and Skip Chad Sahulka congratulated by Brookdale CC President Kelly Evans.

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Brookdale Men's Bonspiel Second Event was won by the Mathew Kulbacki rink from Neepawa. Picture shows from L to R Lead Darryl Kulbacki, Second Kyle Csversko, Third Cody Jakubowski and Skip Mathew Kulbacki congratulated by Brookdale CC President Kelly Evans.

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Eileen Clarke MLA for Agassiz today welcomed an announcement of funding for community development projects across Manitoba, including in the Agassiz constituency.

The Manitoba government will be providing more than $1.4 million in grants to projects for nonprofit and community-led organizations, community-driven neighbourhood revitalization, and local community development projects. In the Agassiz constituency, this new

funding announcement includes the follow ing project(s): $30,000 under Strategic Programming for Town of Neepawa and Region R M’s to support their Regional Recreation Master Plan.

Up to $36,945 under Community Planning Assistance for Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone to support their Development Plan and Zoning By-Law Review. $75,000 under Partner 4 Growth for Town of Neepawa for Westman Opportunities Leadership Group to support their

Soybean Processing Plan Invest ment Attract ion Initiative.

“I am very pleased that our government is invest ing in communit y development here in the Agassiz constituency,” said MLA Clarke. “Our Progressive Conservative government understands the importance of supporting community development projects and the benefit these projects will deliver across Manitoba.

That’s why, in 2017-18, our government has committed more than $20 million to support community development.”

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Brookdale Men's Bonspiel Third Event was won by Darrell Loree rink from Brookdale. Picture shows from L to R Lead Ray Drysdale, Third Adrian Kurmann, and Skip Darrell Loree congratulated by Brookdale CC President Kelly Evans.

Missing from picture, Second Brian McKee.

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Looking Back

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1998: Bennet and Bailey awarded for Community Service

ed. Planned to provide extra space for an increasing volume of transactions in future years, the building 80 years ago on Mountain Avenue conFriday, stitutes a proof of the bank’s January 28, 1938 The thermometer regis- faith in the progress of this tered 25 degrees below community. zero Thursday morning 60 years ago in town, the biggest toTuesday, boggan slide the mercury January 28, 1958 has taken this winter; but The collision between nobody is complaining. It an eastbound Manitoba has been a fine season all told and even if this cold Motor Transit bus and a spell continues, it can’t last truck stopped on the No. 4 highway about 6 p.m. much longer.

Saturday evening resulted in serious injuries to the 70 years ago bus passengers. According Thursday, to police the Brandon bus January 29, 1948 The anniversary, next coming to Neepawa struck Sunday, of the Bank of the truck on a rear corner Montreal’s local branch of the grain box, ripping m a rk s t he complet ion the full length of the box, of half a century in the and spilling considerable service of Neepawa. The amounts of grain on the Merchants Bank of Can- highway. Reports stated ada, long since merged warning f lares had been with the B of M, f irst put out on the road when opened an office here on the truck stopped. Road Feb. 1, 1898. The bank’s conditions were reported original premises were lo- to be icy and visibility low. cated at the corner of First 50 years ago Avenue a nd Ha m i lton Friday, Street. Before 1898, the January 19, 1968 building has housed the The doors of the Roxy late Dr. David Harrison’s private banking business, T heat re in Neepawa one of many similar en- Which have been closed terprises which f lourished since April 1 - will re-open in Canada during the last for the showing of movcentury. As Neepawa and ies next Friday evening. the surrounding district The new owner of the developed , t he ba n k’s T heat re, Mer v y n R ay, business out-grew its office has announced that the facilities, and in 1904 the theatre will now operate present building was erect- on a full seven days each Cecil Pittman Neepawa Banner & Press

week, with four changes of movies each week. Mr. Ray has also announced that “The Sound of Music” will be a future attraction, to be shown at the Roxy Theatre in April. Among other box-office hits which are to be shown here in the future are: “The Blue Max,” “Hombre,” “To Sir With Love,” “A Man For A ll Seasons” and “The Family Way.”

40 years ago Thursday, January 26, 1978 We hope you’l l t a ke note of the ad announcing the opening of the Salvation Army’s Family Thrift Store. The Thrift store located through the Mill Street entrance of the Oddfellows Building will be taking the place of the Rummage Sales the Salvation Army has been running up to now.

30 years ago Tuesday, January 26, 1988 A r nold and I ng r id Christmann are the new owners of Neepawa’s Westway Inn. They took over the business on January 1, after a five year stint as owners of the 21-unit Gr a nd R apid s L o d g e.

Arnold is optimistic about the new business and feels there is opportunity for expansion. “I’m looking forward to participating in this community although

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Brian Bailey, and Myra Bennet receive awards for their outstanding community service.

I am limited by the fact that I have a 24-hour business,” says the soft spoken owner.

20 years ago Monday, January 26, 1998 My r a B en net a nd Brian Bailey received standing ovations as they were presented awards recognizing community service at the Neepawa and District Chamber of Commerce annual meeting last Wednesday. Bennet received the Community Service

Award of Merit, which recognizes former and current residents who have contributed to the c om mu n it y t h r ou g h volunteer work. Bailey received the Citizen of the Year Award, given to recognize exemplary service and dedication to the community.

We Care fundraising prog ra m. T h is yea r, the Neepawa Safeway is raising money in support of the Touchwood Park A ssociat ion. In t he nine years since the fundraiser has been underway, over $14.5 million has been raised for worthy causes.

10 years ago Monday, January 28, 2008 Safeway stores across Canada, including Neepawa, have launched the 10th annual Safeway

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Synchronized Skating Championships

Cynthia Chartrand Submitted

Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018 Neepawa Figure Skating Club’s three synchro teams travelled to Beausejour, Manitoba to compete in the first synchro competition of the season, Skate Manitoba Synchronized Skating Championships.

NFSC’s Beginner 2 Mini Ice Prec*Ice team consisting of: Dimitri Smith, Olivia Koscielny, Jayden Dafoe, Anneke Scheper, Althea Caberte, Sheen Calamba, Chaelyn Skomoraski, and Cianna Larson,(missing this competition: Alyssa Lathm and Sydney Wolfe) skated to a silver ribbon which is a huge accomplishment for these young skaters, some of which having this as their very first competition!

Lil Ice Prec*Ice Pre Juvenile team consisting of: Ashley Bray, Makenna Sumner, Claire Nicholson, Ashley Nadeau, Alyssa Nadeau, Ivory Gerring, Kate Bulusan,

Ashley Laus, Claire Scheper and Amber Wahoski performed their Clap Snap program and skated to a score of 12.40.

Unfortunately this team did not have any other teams competing against them but they look forward to having some competition in February at Prairie Regionals.

Ice Prec*Ice PreNovice team consisting of: Kara Ellis, Brooklyn Chartrand, Annika Atkey, Caitlyn Stevenson, Karissa Ellis, Kyla Wahoski, Claire Beaumont and Cordelia Smith skated to a personal best of 18.67 with a fourth place finish. These girls also look forward to improving their personal best and are pushing themselves towards a medal placing at Prairie Regionals next month in Stonewall.

Prairie Regionals will be Feb. 10 and 11 in Stonewall, Manitoba and attracts teams from Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

The Neepawa Figure Skating Club is very proud of our teams and wishes them the best of luck next month!

PHOTOS BY CYNTHIA CHARTRAND

Neepawa’s Figure Skating Club’s Synchronized teams travelled to Beausejour to compete in the Championships.

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New Jeep is all-encompassing Altitude models would be a must have in my opinion.

The seats on this North model are leather under your knees, which can feel a little cold in winter, but when the temperature is below 4 degrees Celsius the heated seats and heated steering wheel, if fitted, will automatically turn on. Annoyingly to turn them off you must go into the touchscreen menu but fortunately the infotainment system is fast and easy to use, and you still have manual dials and buttons available to operate the climate controls and radio. Interior stowage space is adequate.

Practicality Although actually two inches shorter than its predecessor, Compass is wide for the class and offers

wrapped steering wheel, XM radio, 17 inch aluminum wheels, ambient LED interior lighting, active cornering fog lamps and black side roof rails. Add $1,295 to this Introduced for the 2007 model year the original Jeep for the Altitude package which gives you black 18 inch Compass, and its more traditionally-styled Patriot twin, aluminum wheels, gloss black exterior trim and a black was Jeep’s first foray into the small crossover market. Based roof. If you want to off-road your Compass, then you’ll on the Dodge Caliber platform and with front-wheel drive probably want the Trailhawk model, as for your $2,000 or front-biased all-wheel drive it was a bit of a departure premium you get low-range 4x4, off-road suspension, for the company, as it was a vehicle intended to mainly be tow hooks, hill descent control and skid plate shields, as driven on the road. However, both models soldiered on well as dual-zone climate control, a 7 inch touchscreen, for ten years and sold fairly well providing an affordable backup camera, rain-sensing wipers, a full-size spare NEEPAWA, MB. Aug 19, amongst 2015 - A new initiative Natives board member Ca point of entry into the Jeep brand. For 2017, an all-new wheel and leather seats other features.

Finally, from the Neepawa Natives junior ‘A’ hockey club is the next few days, farms wi Compass now slots in between the smaller Renegade and for another overagricultural Trailhawk, Limited an autoreaching out $2,000 to the region’s industry.

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Neepawa’s Fire Department took some time this week to familiarize themselves with their water rescue equipment, Wylie Speiss, Nathan Salmon and Josh Blondeau shown in the water. Using water from the truck to fill the pool, the younger members of the fire crew were able to test the water rescue suits as well as the winter suits.

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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS If you are a member of Beautiful Plains Credit Union and a community minded individual who is looking for ways to contribute to the future of your credit union, we have a role for you.

The Nominating Committee of Beautiful Plains Credit Union are calling for candidates to fill the role of director for election to the Board of Directors prior to its annual meeting April 11, 2018.

While an individual Director will each bring various skills and experience to the Board, no one director is an expert in all fields, it is the Board as a whole that provides overall direction and governance oversight to Beautiful Plains Credit Union.

If you are an owner/member of Beautiful Plains Credit Union interested in the continued success of your credit union consider this call by January 31, 2018.

For more information please contact the Nominating Committee or General Manager; Bruce Bremner – 204-476-6004 Darryn Cameron – 204-841-3630 Jodi Baker – 204-841-0948 Gord Sylvester – 204-476-7800 We would be happy to answer any questions and provide more information.

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JANUARY 26, 2018

Neepawa’s Youth curling bonspiel

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On Jan. 21 the Neepawa Curling Club held their annual Youth Bonspiel. We had an excellent turn out with a total of sixteen entries in two divisions. There were six teams for the 17 and under division and ten teams for the 14 and under division.

It was great to see the curling rink so busy with that many youth curlers and their supporters. Overall it was a very successful bonspiel with really good curling and

PHOTOS BY CHRISTINE PEDERSEN

14u First Place: Skip: Dahlia Smith, Third: Nevaeh Witherspoon, Second: Mallery Lockhart, Lead: Makenna Poitras.

sportsmanship on display. The Curling Club’s Concession operators Jackd Catering (Gary and Marsha Forgue) kept everyone fed with some amazing food, as they always do. The Neepawa Youth Bonspiel was sponsored this year by The Neepawa Veterinary Clinic, Tim’s Plumbing and Heating, Pedersen Farms and Tridekon. Neepawa Esso, Neepawa Home Hardware and Neepawa Gladstone Co-op donated prizes for the curlers. Thanks to these businesses for supporting the bonspiel! The bonspiel will take place around the same time next year and can be found on Curl Manitoba’s event calendar on their website.

17uFirst Place: Skip: Akayla Veysey, Third: Melanie Gloor, Second: Jordan Koroluk, Lead: Carson Funnell.

14u Tied for Second Place: Skip: Oscar Funk (missing from photo), Third: Rylan Single; Second: Reilly Falk, Lead: Keegan Single.

17u Second Place: Skip: Natalie Babcock, Third: Josie Pedersen, Second Tanner Speiss, Lead: Kara Ellis.

14u Tied for Second Place: Skip: Hunter Dundas, Third: Brett Rowe; Second: Ethan Marshall, Lead: Mathew Penner.

17u Third Place: Skip: Joelle Little, Third: Kassidy Heapy, Second: Taylor Good, Lead: Charlotte Little (missing from photo).

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Stamps’ Osadick named POTW

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Disappointing results for Neepawa Farmers

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Matthew Osadick of the Swan Valley Stampeders has been named the Recycle Everywhere MJHL Player of the Week recipient.

The 17-year-old rookie recorded four points (1 goal 3 assists) in a recent two-game home stand against the Winnipeg Blues.

Osadick, who hails from Winnipeg, currently has 27 points (12G - 15A) in 37 games. Of note, he has only accumulated a total of six penalty minutes this season.

The runners up for this week are 19-year-old forward Nico Labossiere of the Selkirk Steelers and 20-year oldforward Ashton Anderson of the Neepawa Natives.

MJHL Power Rankings Week 16 of the Power Rankings see the Steinbach Pistons still atop the standings. The Pistons had just one game last week, but they got the job done in a 7-1 decision over Neepawa. Steinbach also sits 11th on the CJHL Top 20 this week.Rounding out the top five this week are Portage, Winkler, Virden and Selkirk.

The rest of the Power Rankings are as follows: OCN (6th), Winnipeg (7th), Neepawa (8th), Swan Valley (9th), Dauphin (10th) and Waywayseecappo (11th).

For the Neepawa Natives, they remained in eighth spot in the rankings after a 1-1-0 week. Neepawa was able to end their recent two game slide with a 6-3 win over Dauphin on Friday, Jan. 19, but couldn’t keep the ball rolling with a 7-1 home loss to Steinbach on Saturday, Jan 20.

A pair of weekend games didn’t yield the results that the Neepawa Farmers had been hoping for. First, the Farmers were bested 6-2 by the Killarney Shamrocks on Friday, Jan. 19.

The next night, Neepawa was beaten once again, this time by a 7-1 margin to the Minnedosa Bombers.

In the showdown with Killarney, Matt Lowry and Ward Szucki scored for Neepawa.

Following the defeat to the Shamrocks, the Farmers were then bested by Minnedosa. Lowry was the only goal scorer for Neepawa in this game, while Minnedosa’s Shane Jury had a hat-trick for the Bombers. Other contributors for Minnedosa in the win, included Wyatt Rapsky (2 goals - 1 assist), Matt Saler (1G - 3A) and Cory Hodgson (1 goal).

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Ian Kerkowich of the Neepawa Farmers tries to advance the puck to the Killarney net, as a Shamrocks’ defender looks to stifle his progess.

With these two recent defeat s , t he Fa r mer s’ regular season record in the Tiger Hills Hockey League fell to 12-4-0, good enough for 24 points of the year. Neepawa will close out the regular season with two games ( Jan. 27 at Mel-

ita, Feb. 3 vs. Deloraine) Gladstone stumbles The Gladstone Lakers couldn’t take advantage of Neepawa’s recent losing skid, as they fell to Boissevain 7-5 on Jan. 20. Sean

Kubas had three points on the night for Gladstone (2G - 1A). With only one game remaining in the THHL regular season, the Lakers have already secured second place in the eastern division, with 22 points in the standings.

Neepawa Natives split pair of games

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

A pair of games over the weekend resulted in a pair of points in the standings for the Neepawa Natives. The MJHL club picked up a 6-3 win in Dauphin versus the Kings on Friday, Jan. 19. The Natives couldn’t keep the momentum going, however, the next night as they were dominated by the Steinbach Pistons on the way to a 7-1 loss.

In the victory over Dauphin, Jordan Martin scored a pair of goals, while Brett Namaka, Mackenzie Belinski, Justin Metcalf and Ashton Anderson all added singles.

Goaltender Brendan Benoit, who recently arrived to Neepawa, via a trade with Portage, earned his first win in Natives colours, with a 43 save performance.

The following night, the Natives returned home to the Yellowhead Centre to face the league’s top team, the Steinbach Pistons.

In this game, the Pistons simply crushed the Natives, in a truly impressive manner.

Over the course of 60 minutes, Steinbach outshot Neepawa by a whopping 60-21 margin, including an amazing 27-4 in the second period.

Easton Bennett lead for the Pistons with two goals and an assist, while Austin Heidemann, Bradley Schoonbaert, Tristan Culleton, Daniel McKitrick and Riese Gaber all added individual goals to seal the win.

Matthew Thiessen got the win in net for the first place Pistons. Zak Smith tallied the only goal of the night for Neepawa early in the first period.

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Neepawa goaltender Spencer Eschyschyn makes a save, during the Natives game against the Steinbach Pistons on Saturday, Jan. 20 at the Yellowhead Centre.

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McIntosh commits to ACC Cougars

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Recent NACI games Wednesday, Jan. 17 - WHSHL GCB Wildcats 6-5 Neepawa Tigers

Saturday, Jan. 20 - WHSHL

Neepawa Tigers 9-1 Goose Lake High Raiders

Sunday, Jan. 21 - WHSHL

Neepawa Tigers 8-1 Minnedosa Chancellors

Wednesday, Jan. 24 - JV Basketball

William Morton Warriors at Neepawa Tigers (boys) (Played after publcation deadline)

Upcoming NACI games Friday, Jan. 26 - WHSHL

Deloraine Colts at Neepawa Tigers (7:15 start time at Yellowhead Arena)

Saturday, Jan. 27 - WHSHL

Major Pratt Trojans at Neepawa Tigers (7:15 start time at Yellowhead Arena)

Wednesday, Jan. 31 - WHSHL

McCreary Mavericks at Neepawa Tigers (7:15 start time at Yellowhead Arena)

The Yellowhead Chiefs are proud to announce that Erica McIntosh has committed to the Assiniboine Community College Cougars. Erica will commence her studies in the fall of 2018 and join her former Chief teammates Fredrickson and Anderson on the Cougars’ Hockey squad.

McIntosh is an imposing defenseman whose edgy play often exaggerates her 5’9” stature. She is an effortless skater with the ability to carve her edges hugging the blue line on the attack.

Her point-man skills are highlighted by her quick release and punishing slapshot. Defensively McIntosh rarely looks down to intercept the opponents rush, and her tough physical play generates excitement and energizes her teammates.

McIntosh leads the Chiefs in penalty minutes.

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Erica McIntosh of Neepawa has commited to Assiniboine Community College and the ACC Cougars hockey team for the fall of 2018.

Erica hails from Neepawa and attends Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute, she is enrolled in the Medical Administration program at ACC. The Medical Administration program will be the first of a few charted education steps towards her

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Obituary Elmer Ross Henderson Elmer Ross Henderson, 84, died January 8th, 2018, in the Neepawa Hospital, with the sun shining down upon him and his family by his side.

He was born December 12th, 1933 in Neepawa to William Henderson and Violet Rose. He was born the youngest to a large family. He lived and worked with his father on the family farm close to the Town of Riding Mountain. His father passed away when he was in his early twenties and he was given the task of running the farm at a young age. As the years went by a mixed farm turned into a beef operation.

Every evening Elmer would check both the cattle and the crops. Elmer was a true farmer, a keeper of the land and the water. Elmer is survived by his wife Elsie; three daughters; Marsha (Donald Leclerc); Teresa (Francis Cancade); Jacquie (Ronald Jones). Elmer was blessed with five grandchildren; Eugene (Silva), Danielle (Brian), Elyse, Reese, Jesse and four great grandchildren; Ayress, Ethan, Brodie and Atalie. Elmer is also survived by his sister, Lorna Henderson.

Elmer was diagnosed with Parkinson in 2000 and with Myeoplastic Anemia in December of 2015. Although he was frail at the end he gave his family all such courage and hope and reminded us of the preciousness of life.

The Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, January 13th. Donations may be made to the Neepawa Hospital Palliative Care Unit. Always be Humble and Kind!

Frieda Irene Dilk A beautiful heart stopped beating and Heaven gained another Angel.

We were privileged to have been given so many wonderful, healthy years to enjoy and love our Mom. She lived a full life and appreciated every minute of it. Mom celebrated her 100th birthday on December 12th and took her final breath on January 20th.

Left to cherish her memory are her children: Ken Dilk, Lloyd Dilk, Judy Rossnagel (Johnny), Louise Dilk, Dianna Bohn (Frank), Jane Wilson (Wayne), Audrey Stewart (Gord), 18 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. She also leaves her sister Doreen Mauthe (Ernest), brother Harold Single (Gail), sister in law Grace Single and her Aunt Frieda Oswald. She was predeceased by her husband Val, parents Ida and John Single, brothers Paul and Gotleib, sister Martha, and daughter in law Dorothy Dilk.

Our Mom was talented, beautiful, determined and strong but most of all she was kind, loving and grateful. She loved her family beyond all measure, always expressing just how much she loved all of us.

Our sincere thanks to the incredible staff at Country Meadows who took exceptional care of mom each and every day. She loved her home there, and your special care and attention in her final days was a gift. A special thank you as well to the home care workers who gave mom the gentle and loving care she needed to stay in her home in Glenella, a home she so loved and was proud of.

A Service to celebrate a life well lived will be held on Friday, January 26th at Waldersee Lutheran Church at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Jim Vickers officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Country Meadows, Neepawa; Christ Lutheran Church, Waldersee; or Canadian Cancer Society.

Mom will be forever loved, honoured and missed!

Clarke’s Funeral Home, Gladstone~MacGregor www.clarkesfuneralhome.com

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Obituary Emile Oleschak Emile was born on January 30, 1934 in Alonsa and passed away on January 1, 2018 in McCreary.

Emile was born to Max and Mary Oleschak. He was predeceased by his brothers Walter, Leonard, Frederick, Tom and William Oleschak, his sister Olga Oleschak, his wife Helen Oleschak and by two sons Kenneth and Dustin Oleschak.

Emile is survived by his sister Natalia Orr, his brother Henry Oleschak, his children; son Mike (Sharon) Oleschak, his daughters Della (Wayne) Bohn, Irene (Rob) Gabel, Judy (Neil) Rossnagel and Melissa (Andrew) Oleschak as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren and his very good friend Marian.

Emile married Helen Takacs in 1959 in Ontario and in 1968, they purchased the farm at Glencairn, MB where they farmed for 34 years. Emile was also a road maintenance operator for the Municipality of Glenella for over 20 years. After Helen's passing, Emile continued to farm for an additional 6 years before fully retiring and moving to McCreary, MB. Once retired, Emile spent more time visiting his family. He would visit his daughter in Portage or would go out to the farms of his children offering his advice and assistance.

Emile loved when family and friends would come over to visit. He always had a joke or two to tell or a trick to play on you which always made each visit enjoyable. Emile especially loved seeing his grandchildren and great grandchildren as that always brought a smile to his face.

Helen Diane Sul (nee Dobchuk) Helen Diane Sul (nee Dobchuk) formerly of Kelwood, MB, passed away peacefully at the age of 89 at Heritage Lodge Personal Care home in Winnipeg, MB on January 18, 2018. She was predeceased by her parents Daniel and Elsie Dobchuk, husband John, her brother Wesley, sisters Olga, Anne and Alexandria, and nephew Kenneth Dobchuk. Left to mourn her passing are her son Don and his wife Lori, grandchildren Johanna, Clayton, Angela, Neil and wife Raye-Leigh, and Nickolas as well as four great grandchildren, two sisters in law, Sally Groves and Annette Sul, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Helen was born in Poland on October 10, 1928. She immigrated to Canada with her family when she was 7 months of age. She grew up on the family farm north of Arden Ridge, then moved east of Kelwood where she lived until 1948. In 1948, she married John with whom she enjoyed 61 wonderful years until his passing in 2008.

They resided at Norgate, MB until 1977. During this time, she helped run the post office that was operated out of their residence until 1969. After the closure of the post office she did homecare and worked part-time at the Kelwood Post Office. She was always very active in the Norgate Ladies Auxiliary and later with the McCreary Gospel Church Ladies group. In 1977 Helen and John built a new home in Kelwood MB where they lived until Helen was no longer to reside on her own. Helen enjoyed many hours of doing crafts. She loved to cook and tend to her garden.

Special thanks to all the staff at Heritage Lodge in Winnipeg, Manitoba for all of their care and compassion looking after mom for the past 5 years.

Funeral service will be held at White's Funeral Home in Neepawa, MB on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at 2:00 p.m.

Interment will be held in Riverside Cemetery, Neepawa, MB with lunch to follow at the Neepawa Legion Hall.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Memory of Helen Sul to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.

Messages of condolence may be placed online at www.whitesfh.ca White’s Funeral Home, Neepawa, MB in care of arrangements. 1-204-476-2848

Obituary Ernest Weber It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Ernest Weber. Ernest passed away peacefully in the care of the Neepawa Hospital on January 5th 2018. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. Ernest was born July 25th, 1933 in Waldersee Mb to Fred and Anna Weber. Ernest was the second of four children. Ernest worked in multiple places driving gravel truck but his passion for life was farming and the great outdoors which lead him back to his roots at the farm.

Ernest loved life to the fullest whether it be farming, hunting, trapping, hockey, baseball or daily trips to the coffee shop to get the daily scoop and tell a joke to make someone laugh or just spending quality time with his family.

Ernest took great pride in hunting and trapping and was good at what he did. Ernest mostly hunted deer, moose and bear and trapped various types of different animals.

He would always take his oldest grandson to checks traps with him when he was able to go. One year ago, at the age of 83 he took his two youngest grandsons deer hunting for their first time. Not many people get to do that at that age. They didn’t shoot anything but it was a great experience and memories that will last a lifetime. In the later years most of his hunting was shot through a camera lens instead of a gun. He always had his camera on him to take a shot of anything that he saw during the day or accomplished. He then loved to share these photos with his family and friends and strike up a conversation about it. Many drives were made through the park and backroads, even if he only saw a rabbit or squirrel he was pleased.

Ernest farmed grain with a variety of animals ranging from dairy cows, pigs and a fox farm to ducks, goats and rabbits. At some point there was probably every type of animal on his farm. Ernest was always busy but always had time for his family and to help out anyone who needed it. He was always willing to teach and give his advice.

Later in life after retiring from farming he became fascinated with gardening and flowers. Ernest loved to plant something new in the garden every year just to see if it would actually grow. His greatest pride was his yard and lawn and feeding the birds to see what different types would come to the yard.

Ernest was always one to go for a drive to watch the farmers in the fields or see if any wildlife was out to be spotted. Ernest never sat with idle hands, he would always find something to do whether it be work or a hobby there was always something to do but there was always time for a nap too.

Ernest spent many hours in different rinks, especially when his children were playing broomball. Ernest was a Dauphin Kings fan and many trips were made to watch and later he joined the Dauphin Kings on CKDM. He was a great fan of the Chicago Blackhawks and Toronto Blue Jays. He also loved listening to old timed music such as polka and fiddling and listening to various talent shows.

Ernest loved his family dearly, he always worried about what they were up to or doing and if they were safe. He always kept in touch with his family and close friends.

Ernest was full of fun and had a quick wit about him and was always ready to make someone laugh.

His smile, kindness and sense of humor will be deeply missed by all who have known him.

Ernest was predeceased by his parents Fred and Anna Weber; In-Laws Robert and Millie Boxall; Sister Helen Ostuik (John Ostiuk); Brother Karl Weber (Eileen Weber) Survived by to cherish his memory are his Wife Judy Weber; Children Vincent Boxall (Mariann) Melissa Lounsbury; Grandchildren Jesse, Nathan and Benjamin; Sister Violet Berg ( Jim Berg ) Sister In-Law Diane Smith (Danny Smith); Brother In-Law Donnie Boxall (Valerie Boxall) and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service was held on Monday, January 15, 2018 at the Glenella Community Hall with Interment at the Goodland Cemetery.

Clarke’s Funeral Home, Gladstone~MacGregor www.clarkesfuneralhome.com

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

First Baptist 11:00 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.

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The family of Elmer Henderson would like to thank all family, friends and neighbours for the cards, flowers, food and phone calls and the outpouring of sympathy and support during this difficult time. Special thanks to Dr. Ong and the staff of the Neepawa Health Centre for the endless compassion and care you gave Elmer. Thank you to Rev. Kristen Woodburke and Rita Friesen for the very special Celebration of Life. Thank you to the Neepawa United Church Women and the Woodfire Deli from Souris for the delicious lunch. To Brian James and staff from White's Funeral Home, thank you for the personal and professional care and guidance.

Sincerely, Elsie, Marsha, Teresa, Jacquie and family

Thank you On behalf of the family of Emile Oleschak we would like to thank everyone who paid their respects and prayers in our time of sorrow.

We are grateful for those who sent flowers, food and cards. Your thoughtfulness will never be forgotten.

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION 2018-2019 Kindergarten Registration for the Rolling River School Division will be held during the week of February 5th - 9th, 2018 (9:00-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-3:00 p.m.). Children who will be 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2018 are eligible for Kindergarten.

Please register at the following catchment area schools: SCHOOL PHONE NO. Douglas Elementary 204-763-4480 Erickson Elementary 204-636-2266 Forrest Elementary 204-728-7674 Oak River Elementary 204-566-2167 Onanole Elementary 204-848-2402 Rapid City Elementary 204-826-2824 Rivers Elementary 204-328-7416 Tanner’s Crossing Elementary 204-867-2591 *Parents are required to present their child’s birth certificate and medical number at time of registration. *Please contact the School Division Office (204-867-2754 Ext. 0) if unsure of your catchment area school.

Notice

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION Kindergarten Registration for the 2018 Fall Term will be held during the regular school hours between January 22 and March 23, 2018 at the following schools: Alonsa School Tele # 204-767-2168 Glenella School Tele # 204-352-4253 Ste. Rose School Tele # 204-447-2088 McCreary School Tele # 204-835-2083 We are once again proud to offer a Full-Time Kindergarten Program. All children born on or before December 31, 2013 are eligible to register.

To register you will need to bring your child’s Manitoba Health PHIN# and one of the following: Birth Certificate, Baptismal certificate, Certificate of live birth, Health card or Statutory declaration. If you have any questions, please feel free to call your school today.

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION École Laurier French Immersion Inscription à la maternelle Kindergarten Registration L’inscription à la maternelle à temps plein aura lieu du 22 janvier au 23 mars, 2018.

Tous les enfants qui sont nés avant le 31 décembre, 2013 sont admissibles. Veuillez apporter à l’école, votre carte d’immatriculation ainsi qu’un des suivants : le certificat de naissance de votre enfant, le certificat de baptême, une déclaration de naissance vivante ou une déclaration solennelle.

Nous sommes une école d`immersion française, la maternelle à la 8ième année, et nous offrons une excellente éducation dans les deux langues officielles.

Full Time French Immersion Kindergarten registration will take place from January 22nd to March 23rd, 2018.

All children born on or before December 31st, 2013 are eligible to register. To register you will need to bring in your child’s Manitoba Health PHIN# and one of the following: Birth Certificate, Baptismal certificate, Certificate of live birth, Health card or Statutory declaration. We are a K-8 French Immersion school and provide an excellent education in both official languages. École Laurier Laurier, Manitoba 204-447-2068

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Kindergarten Registration for the 2018 Fall Term

will be held during the regular school hours at the following schools: Hazel M. Kellington (Neepawa) February 6, 7 & 8 (Tues, Wed, Thurs) All Day J. M. Young (Eden) Feb 5 & 6 (Mon & Tues) Mornings only Brookdale Feb 7 (Wednesday) Afternoon only R.J. Waugh (Carberry) Feb 6 & 7 (Tues & Wed) All Day Please register at your school and bring your child’s

• Birth Certificate • Manitoba Health No. (PHIN #) Newcomer families, please bring all immigration paperwork:

▪ Passport

▪ Residency Documentation Children born on or before December 31, 2013 are eligible to register.

PUBLIC NOTICE

RURAL MUNCIPALITY OF ROSEDALE

ADDITIONS TO THE VOTERS LIST AND/OR PERSONAL SECURITY PROTECTION REQUESTS In accordance with Section 36 of The Municipal Councils and School Boards Election Act (MCSBEA), the Rural Municipality of Rosedale’s Voters List is open for changes or revisions.

• Any person who is eligible to vote in municipal elections in the Local Authority of the R.M. of Rosedale can have his or her name added to the Voters List, or have any information about the voter on the Voters List corrected.

• Any person can request to have his or her name and address obscured from the Voters List.

A person whose name has been obscured will receive a Personal Security Certificate and identification number.

In a civic election, that person may only vote by Sealed Envelope Ballot and cannot vote in person at the regular or advance voting places.

To implement the above, a written request must be submitted to the Senior Election Official, in person, by e-mail, fax or mail to: R.M. of Rosedale Kara Sylvester, S.E.O. Box 100, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Phone: 204-476-5414 Fax: 204-476-5431 Email: rosedale@mts.net The next general election takes place in October, 2018

Help Wanted GLADSTONE TRANSFER LTD. Wash Bay Personnel

We have 2 immediate openings for Wash Bay Attendants at our wash facility in Gladstone, Manitoba.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Washing the interior and exterior of Tractors and Trailers ensuring the highest level of cleaning standards.

• Keeping the wash bay area clean and tidy.

• Maintaining wash bay equipment.

Requirements: • Must be available to start Friday Afternoon / Evening through to Saturday Morning.

• Must have reliable transport to work.

Gladstone Transfer offers a competitive salary, we are an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Interested? Then please submit a resume to info@gladstonetransfer.com

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 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 detailed specifications intended for commercial, industrial, institutional or wholesale use • 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 $14.15, ranging as high as $21 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/ at 623 Main Street E, PO Box 10,000, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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Facility Attendant/Wash Crew Supervisor

Come to work as a Facility and Wash Crew Supervisor at a growing company that offers great benefits with opportunities to advance and learn alongside accomplished personnel.

The Company: Gladstone Transfer Ltd. Is a well-established family company for over 65 years in the transportation business.

• We offer cutting edge technology and the latest tools.

• We offer great mentoring programs for the successful applicant.

Requirements: We are looking for a full time facility attendant/wash crew supervisor.

• Perform routine service work assisting with facility set up and preparation for daily operations.

• Monitors wash bay safety and condition.

• Performs repetitive manual work involving the efficient cleaning of wash bays, mechanical rooms, washroom facilities and grounds.

• Assist with daily general cleaning and maintenance.

• Performs related work as required by management.

Qualifications: • Must be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines • Proven relationship building, interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to multi-task, think strategically and be action oriented.

The Environment: • Availability for flexible hours based on job requirements.

Gladstone Transfer Ltd offers a competitive salary with a benefits package in an environment that is committed to success! Gladstone Transfer Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Respectively, we can only acknowledge those under consideration.

Training will be given to the successful application.

The successful candidate must have a passion for the industry.

Candidates that are interested can submit a resume to info@gladstonetransfer.com

Employment Services Manager Westlake Employment Skills and Services Centre is a non-profit Employment Assistance Services Project overseen by a local Board of Directors and funded by federal, provincial and local government. Our office is located in Neepawa, Manitoba. The Employment Services Manager works 30 hours per week Tuesday to Friday. (Work on Monday is currently under review.)

Manager Duties: - Assist individuals with job search skill development, career decision making, and/or accessing funding for training and other services - Ensure the efficient function of the office and services as they relate to the project - Preparation of Annual Business Plan - Monitor project budget and prepare financial records for monthly and annual reporting - Maintain and submit statistical reports for employment services provided by the project - Liaise with other project partners and community Qualifications: - Ability to promote and provide employment services skills to individuals and employers (Human Resource, Resumes, Cover Letters, On-line Applications) - Strong written and verbal communication skills (interview or counselling experience an asset) - Experience and/or post-secondary education in Human Resource or a related field - Strong computer skills (Word and Excel, Quick Books, Internet Browsers, File Maintenance) - Ability to maintain financial and statistical records; strong administrative background Current salary available through project funding is $27,500 per annum.

For more information, please call (204) 476-7699 where a detailed job description is available upon request.

Deadline for application submission is Friday, February 2, 2018 at 4:00 pm.

Submit your resume with 3 references and cover letter to: Westlake Employment Skills and Service Centre Attention: Loren Huck, Chairperson Box 2227 41 Main Street East Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Email: esm@wessc.ca Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Funded by: The Government of Canada The Manitoba government

JANUARY 26, 2018

Auction Sales

Help Wanted

McSherry Auction HIKE METAL, a busy ship and boat building company in Wheatley ON is seeking candidates with the following skill sets: Welders/Fitters/ Fabricators (aluminum preferred), Outfitters/Millwrights /Riggers, Spray painters, Pipe Fitters & Plumbers Attributes Required: Dexterity, Proficiency, Reliability, Aptitude, Initiative and Versatility Employment Perks: Competitive wages, Benefits Pkg., Days, and a Creative Work Environment To apply, please email: frank@hikemetal.com or call 519.825.4691

12 Patterson Dr. Stonewall, MB

Estate & Moving

Sat Jan 27, 2018 @ 10AM

Consignment Sale

Sat Feb 3, 2018 @ 10AM New Canopy Buildings * New Tire Machine & Balancer * New Pallet Racking * New 35 HP Kohler Engines * Tools & Hardware *

Real Estate

Meyers Auction

READY FOR DELIVERY

10 am Sat Feb 3 Meyers Auction Site Arden, MB 2 Estates Coins & Currancy Furniture, Household Tools, Shop Supplies

Bradley Meyers Auctioneer 204-476-6262 Pictures & listing at www.meyersauctions.com

SEASONAL AGRO HELP 1 TON TRUCK DRIVERS

Applicants must possess a Class 5 Driver’s License.

Length of employment may vary from 2-6 months.

Commercial retail outlet located at 359 Main Street, Manitou (former Co-op food store). The 5,300 square foot building includes approximately 3,200 square feet of retail space, 2,100 square feet of warehouse and a basement of approximately 3,200 square feet. The building includes modern refrigeration fixtures and shelving to operate a food store, but the vendor is open to selling the building without the equipment and fixtures. A full appraisal report is available for inspection.

Contact Dale or Curtis at 204744-2228 for more information or to arrange viewing.

Covered veranda.

Tripane windows & fir plywood construction and James Hardie siding.

For more information visit wgiesbrechthomes.ca or 204-346-3231

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If you’re reading me that means others are too! place your Classified here!

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AG EQUIPMENT CLERK

Applicants must possess a Class 3 w/Air Driver’s License.

Length of employment may vary from 2-6 months.

SEASONAL DRIVER SALES REP

For our Bulk Petroleum Department in Neepawa, MB Applicants must possess a Class 3 w/Air Driver’s License.

Length of employment will be approx. 6 months.

Closing Date: Friday, February 16, 2018

Excellent compensation for a few months of work!

If you would like to work with an established and progressive company, please complete an application form at either of our Agro locations or send a cover letter and resume to: Attention: Glenda Finkewich – Human Resource/Health & Safety Manager Email: g.finkewich@neepawagladstonecoop.com Or mail to: Box 879, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 www.neepawagladstonecoop We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Tender FOR SALE BY TENDER SE 1/4 3-13-17 WPM (approximately 130 arable acres) No mines or minerals SW 1/4 3-13-17 WPM (approximately 130 arable acres) No mines or minerals The land is located in the RM of Minto-Odanah Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Closing date for sale to be March 31, 2018 Mail tenders to: BURGESS LAW OFFICE 3000G Victoria Avenue Brandon, Manitoba R7B 3Y3 Tenders must be received on or before 12:00 noon, February 9, 2018.

90 Fourth St, Glenella.

MLS#1722050.

Nice family 3 bedroom home. Large lot, close to school.

15 Sixth St, Glenella.

MLS#1719391 1172 sf home, 3 bdrm, 1 bath. Nice location in quiet town.

62 Bulls Sell

Liz Sumner 204-476-6362

3 Breeds

Red Angus, Charolais, Red Angus x Simmental– Hybrids

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Two year old, Long Yearling and Yearling Bulls that are well grown out and Not Pushed! They will last!

Denbie Ranch

Myhre Land and Cattle

Bar J

Denis and Debbie Guillas

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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. Automotive, farm, construction, ATV, marine, motorcycle, golf carts, phones, tools, radios, computers etc. Reconditioned, obsolete and hard-to-find batteries. SOLAR equipment. The Battery Man. Winnipeg. 1.877.775.8271 w w w.bat ter yman.c a PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSI FI EDS. Reac h over 400,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or email classified@ mcna.c om for det ails.

Parts & full trailer repair, trailer safeties & Autopac Trailer Repair. Sales, Leasing & 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.

2003 Freightliner Argossy 550 Cat 6NZ engine 18 speed trans. 390 rearends 244” wheelbase. Owner retiring. Can include enclosed headache rack and all equipment. 204-867-7787 BRING IN THE NEW YEAR SPECIALS UNTIL FEB 4!

Still available...pillow top queen Beautyrest mattress set starting at $599, Fabric rocker reclining chairs by England Furniture (a La-ZBoy Company), $599 (Retail Value $749), three piece power leathaire reclining (sofa, loveseat, chair) with three year warranty on fabric $3499.00 (Retail value $4397.00), Solid Wood Table & 2 chairs $499 (Retail value $599). SUPER SALE SPECIALS: Queen pocket coil pillow top mattress $399.00 (limited stock – KDL Regular price $599.00), Solid Wood Sofa Caddy – available in two colours $149 (Retail $199), 7 Piece Counter Height Table Set $799 (Retail $1199), Beautyrest Mattress Sets KING SIZE SET for the price of a Queen set! Two models to choose from. Other store specials are available, see staff or contact KDL for more information. Mon-Fri 9-8, Sat 9-6 & Sun 11-5. Call KDL Furniture at 204-571-1971. 660 Highland Ave., South side of

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Saturday, Feb 10th, 2018 1:00 P.M. @ Ste. Rose Auction Mart

SPRAYER OPERATOR

Applicants must possess a Class 5 Driver’s License.

Length of employment may vary from 2-6 months.

470 Jonasson Cres, McCreary.

MLS#1730198 Spacious mobile home on two lots!

Large kitchen, 3 bed, 1 bath.

& Guest Bull Sale

TANDEM TRUCK DRIVERS

FERTILIZER PLANT OPERATOR AND YARD STAFF

41 Westpark Place, Neepawa.

MLS#1800889 Well maintained 2 bdrm w/lrg. rooms. 4 pc. bath. Large lot.

Diane Martin 204-841-0932

Applicants must possess a Class 3 w/Air Driver’s License.

Length of employment may vary from 2-6 months.

Spraying experience is considered an asset but not required. Training available. Applicants must possess a minimum Class 3 w/Air Driver’s License.

Length of employment will be approx. 6 months.

Gill & Schmall Agencies

Denbie Ranch

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is presently recruiting for

For the upcoming 2018 season for both Neepawa and Gladstone locations.

Building For Sale $249,000

1584 sqft. showhome.

Only $199,000. 9 ft walls, 3 bedroom,2.5 baths.

Maple kitchen with island & walk-in pantry.

Annual Spring Gun Auction

Sat Mar 24, 2018 @ 9:30AM Call to Consign – Pick Up / Trucking Available!

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#1 Hwy., Brandon. www.kdlfurniture.ca. Wishing everyone a “Happy & Healthy New Year” from KDL Furniture.

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Brandon and Neepawa are set to host 48 medical students interested in learning more about rural medicine.

The University of Manitoba medical student Rural Interest Group (RIG) will visit two Prairie Mountain Health communities for its annual weekend workshop Jan. 26-27.

Prairie Mountain Health (PMH), in conjunction with Manitoba’s Office of Rural and Northern Health (ORNH) and the Max Rady College of Medicine, Faculty of Sciences, will host 48 first and second-year medical students for the initiative —aimed at promoting the benefits of practicing medicine in rural communities.

PMH Director, Michelle McKay, says RIG students will be split into groups in Brandon and Neepawa. McKay says the region finds value in engaging medical students early in their training.

“The Rural Interest Group trip to Brandon and Neepawa this year will provide an excellent chance for first and secondyear medical students to see what opportunities —both work and lifestyle-related— await within our region. Students are often extremely surprised

by Brandon Regional Health Centre (BRHC) facilities and the wide scope of practice of rural physicians in tight-knit communities like Neepawa,” McKay stated.

Clinical workstations will be located at BRHC and at the Country Meadows Personal

Care Home in Neepawa where students will put their skills to the test, doing everything from sutures to putting casts on their colleagues.

Co-president of the student RIG, Carly McLellan, says trips provide a fun and low-stress introduction to rural medicine for medical students whose primary experience with medicine is in an urban setting.

“We really enjoy the trips and appreciate the time doctors and regional health authority staff take to share their region with us. It’s nice to have the experience early on in our training because it can lead students to choose rural medicine rotations later during clerkship and even residency,” McLellan added.

Brandon is a main host site for the event. In past years, rural communities that have cohosted include Virden, Souris, Killarney and Swan River.

Manitoba’s Office of Rural and Northern Health (ORNH) partners with PMH to host the event. Project Coordinator for the Manitoba Health Care Provider Network, Wayne Heide, says students really look forward to the weekend event.

“Student RIG trips are an excellent opportunity for host sites to connect with future physicians and demonstrate the exciting career opportunities that exist in rural communities,” stated Wayne Heide, ORNH Administrative Director.

Both the ORNH and Prairie Mountain Health sincerely appreciate the support of PMH physicians, staff and volunteers who help make the workshop a success.

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Health minister misleading Manitobans - Lamont

Submitted Neepawa Banner & Press

Manitoba Liberal Leader Dougald Lamont says Health Minister Kelvin Goertzen is misleading Manitobans when he claims that the Pallister government has increased funding to the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM).

Minister Goertzen said funding to AFM has gone up by $985,500 this year.

Lamont says Goertzen is only telling half of the story - leaving out the part where, immediately after committing the $985,500, the Pallister government demanded that AFM find

$800,000 in cuts and cut 15 per cent in management positions, similar to RHA’s and other provincial programs. The cuts resulted in a significant strain on other program areas and staffing at AFM. “There is a meth crisis in communities across Manitoba, and this government is doing nothing even while people are dying and families are being bankrupted by addiction and a lack of treatment options,” said Lamont. “This government has been cutting support for addictions and mental health in the middle of a meth epidemic.”

Some of the cuts to men-

tal health and addictions happened in the Pallister government’s first year in office before this year’s rounds of cuts even began.

Government statements for 2016-17, released in November, show that the Pallister government had already cut spending on Addictions Policy and Support by $1.46-million.

On Tuesday, Lamont and the Manitoba Liberal Caucus said that the Pallister government needs to act immediately to deal with the meth crisis in Manitoba.

The Liberals said the Provincial gover nment needed to act immediately to create 40 “drug stabil-

ization units” where meth addicts, in particular, could be taken to safely detox and receive a treatment plan, followed by transition housing with mental health supports before moving to their own housing.

The Federal Government has committed to increased funding specifically for mental health and housing, so the opportunity is there.

“There is currently nowhere for meth addicts to go for treatment in Manitoba,” said Lamont. “Patient safety and human lives must always be a greater priority than politics.”

JANUARY 26, 2018

MPI offer tips for safe driving Continued from page 6 Safety tips which could save a life: 1. Have a plan before you head out for an evening of partying – especially if you expect to be drinking or consuming drugs. Take a cab home or have a designated driver selected beforehand.

2. If you must text or answer the phone, pull your vehicle over to a safe area. Texting while driving takes your eyes off the road and significantly increases the chance of being involved in a collision.

3. Never get into a vehicle with a driver who has been drinking or consuming drugs. It could be the last thing you do.

4. Speed kills. Be aware of the posted speed limit and drive to road and weather conditions.

5. Buckle up – every time. Whether you’re a driver or passenger, and no matter how short your trip is. It takes one second and could very well save your life.

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New Jeep is all-encompassing

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equipped, but by being able to pick and choose which option packs you want on your Compass, you could end up spending less Value than you would on a top-spec Sport 2WD manual starts competitor. This is a solid small from $25,250, with autocrossover contender and offers matic transmission being the best value in the Jeep range an extra $1,495 and 4x4 right now. another $2,500 on top of Compass at a glance that. The $2,000 spec upPowertrain: 2.4 litre four cylingrades mentioned earlier der, 180 horsepower, 175 pound are very reasonably priced, feet of torque; six-speed manual/ so you can have many of automatic transmission (FWD); these higher-end features six-speed manual (Sport 4x4); on Sport and North modnine-speed automatic transmisels making them, in my sion (4x4). opinion, the best value. My Trim levels: tester, an optioned-up North Sport, North, Altitude (FWD); 4x4 rang in at $34,455 Sport, north, Altitude, Trailand is well-equipped for hawk, Limited (4x4) the money. In terms of Starting price: $25,250 (Sport MSRP, Compass is actually FWD manual) cheaper than the smaller Price as tested: $34,455 (North Renegade spec-for-spec in some instances making it, in PHOTO BY BEN CASTLE 4x4 automatic) Highway fuel economy: 7.8 my opinion, the best value Compass offers good performance, classy styling, a spacious cabin and a surefooted 4x4 system for the litres per 100 kilometres (4x4 Jeep model. However, cur- money, filling very nicely a niche between the subcompact and compact crossover classes. automatic) rent rebates on Renegade/ Test fuel economy: 11 litres per 100 kilometres combined Cherokee level the playing field somewhat, but current the 9s on the highway. Overall, it was more economical financing/leasing terms on Compass are class-competitive. than the Renegade tested last year, possibly due to being (North 4x4 automatic) Towing capacity: 2000 pounds (4x4) Fuel Economy a little lower and more aerodynamic.

Warranty: 3 years, 60,000 kilometres bumper-toJeep quote 7.8 litres per 100 kilometres highway for Verdict the 4x4 automatic, a 14 per cent improvement on the Compass offers good performance, classy styling, bumper; 5 years, 100,000 kilometres powertrain Service interval: 8000 kilometres old Compass, no doubt helped by the new nine-speed a spacious cabin and a surefooted 4x4 system for the transmission. I averaged 11 litres combined, which is money, filling very nicely a niche between the subcompact fairly typical for this type of vehicle, which dropped into and compact crossover classes. Some rivals are better-

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