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ArtsForward asks for more support

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ArtsForward in Neepawa (above) is known as a regional hub for artistic and cultural enrichment. It serves as a place for community events and concerts (top right) and art displays (bottom right).

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A Neepawa based nonprof it is being brutally honest about its need for some additional local support. On Tuesday, Jan. 8, representatives with ArtsForward made a presentation to Neepawa Council,

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related to the Town’s current budget deliberations.

ArtsForward president Ron Nordstrom spoke on behalf of the organization, laying out their current funding breakdown.

According to Nordstrom, A r t sFor wa rd’s a n nua l budget is around $109,000 per year. Of that amount,

62 per cent is accumulated by earned revenue from programming, fundraising and facility rentals. An additional seven per cent is from non-government support and donations, while the other 31 per cent is received from government sources, with most of that being from the province. The revenue

from municipal governments covers, in total, six per cent of ArtsForward’s total yearly budget.

After reviewing the numbers, Nordstrom stated that the problem is that the amount ArtsForward is able to cobble together annually is barely able to handle the cost of programming, salar-

ies, hydro and other miscellaneous items, let alone any unexpected bills.

“When unexpected costs arise, we’re in trouble. This does not allow for any expansion of programming or maintenance of the facility,” said Nordstrom. “We’re barely keeping it together.”

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Neepawa Tourism launches membership program

By Cassandra Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Pr ess

Neepawa Tourism has scratched another item off their list of objectives to help the community flourish. In partnership with Neepawa’s Chamber of Commerce, the tourism group is set to roll out a membership program this year. Economic Development officer Marilyn Crewe was reached for comment.

Benefits to membership “The committee of tourism has been operating since last January. But we understand that that small group who sits around the table does not reflect the total tourism impact in Neepawa. So we decided to develop an opportunity for membership into Neepawa Tourism,” Crewe stated.

“This will allow us to have a touchpoint with as many businesses and organizations that want to be involved in tourism as possible. It also provides a small funding pool for us, because there will be a cost to membership.”

Those who opt-in to Neepawa Tourism membership will have the benefit of being listed on the Neepawa Tourism website, becoming an ambassador endorsing the benefits of visiting the Neepawa community and supporting the efforts of the Tourism Committee to promote the Neepawa area.

Membership also includes benefits such as participating in training workshops to promote Neepawa as a destination, being involved in helping Neepawa grow, engaging in fundraising efforts as needed, the opportunity to cast a vote at the organization’s annual general meeting (AGM) and having their business spotlighted on the Neepawa Tourism website.

Neepawa Tourism membership does not require those who opted-in to be on the tourism committee, but the opportunity is present if they are interested.

“It gives us a broader membership to support the efforts of the tourism committee to promote the Neepawa area and would allow those members to access marketing opportunities as we continue to develop promotional material.” Crewe explained.

Partnership with the Chamber How will membership information be sent out? That’s where Neepawa’s Chamber of Commerce comes in.

“Working with the Neepawa Tourism group is an important partnership for the Chamber of Commerce.

We are happy to do the membership drive through the Chamber of Commerce this year as an opportunity to get tourism started and to support the businesses that are already Chamber members,” said chair of the Chamber, Jeff Braun. “Then, Neepawa Tourism is like an additional benefit through the Chamber membership and we’re supporting each other to see Neepawa grow.”

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A need for some more financial certainty at ArtsForward

Continued from page 1 Since 2014, the amount of funding distributed by the Town of Neepawa to ArtsForward has gone down from $12,000 per year to $6,500. However, ArtsForward also receives a property tax exemption.

Nordstrom stressed to the council that they’re very pleased to receive this support every year, but asked that consideration is given to a grant of $23,045. That amount equals a cost of $5.00 per town resident (Neepawa’s population estimate 4,609; according to the 2016 Stats Can census).

Nordstrom said that would provide some certainty to them when they’re planning their programs for the year.

“We need an annual budgeted amount to plan the programming year.

It’s very scary for us every year when we apply for a grant and we don’t know what we’re going to get, especially when the amount goes down. We end up scrambling on what to do.

The only thing they can do is cut services.”

A s wel l, Nordstrom stated that this type of support could ensure that ArtsForward is able to build a bit of a surplus, ensuring that if something does happen, we could deal with it.

“We would not be forced to scramble to find a few hundred or a thousand dollars to deal with it. We can cover our expected costs. We can’t cover our unexpected ones.”

After the presentation ended, councilors had an opportunity to ask some questions regarding ArtsForward future plans.

Councillor Murray Parrott noted that the Town’s grant policy is based on fiscal projects, and asked

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what physical projects, if any, ArtsForward might have planned for 2019?

Nordstrom noted t hat aside from some tentative exploration on the purchasing of new outdoor signage for the building and siding on the facility’s outdoor shed, there were no major proposals of that nature scheduled at this time.

A huge hole without ArtsForward After the presentation, Nordstrom noted to the Banner & Press that the

ArtsForward board felt it went very well.

“Council members asked some good questions and I believe they agree that there would be a huge hole without ArtsForward.

Generally, we felt quite positive after our presentation. We are a hub for so many different groups and activities. I know the council has difficult decisions to make regarding the budget. Their job is not easy and I am grateful they have accepted their role in the community,” stressed

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Nordstrom. “We stated our case and rationale why arts and culture are important and how we contribute to the quality of life in Neepawa. We proposed that ArtsForward is included as a line in the Town budget like the arena, pool, outdoor rink, and soccer pitch so that we can have stable funding. In the past, we have always asked for and received funding from the Town, but never knew what we would get. Stable funding is the key.”

Budget discussions for the Town of Neepawa are ongoing. An open house on the subject has been scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 24 at 7:00 p.m., in the Neepawa Public Library back boardroom. The finalized budget will likely be released to the public in early April.

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Neepawa’s Fine Arts Festival Working with the Chamber of gearing up for 53rd year

By Cassandra Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Pr ess

T he N e e p aw a a n d District Fine Arts Festival is entering its 53rd year.

T h e a n nu a l fe s t i v a l prov ides a chance for singers and pianists to showcase their skills in front of an audience and receive feedback from an experienced adjudicator.

Cher yl Beaumont, publ icit y chair person, noted that the festival has a full executive this year.

“We are very pleased to have a full executive with members at large. Cindy Kw i at kow s k i st e pp e d down from Session Worker Chair,” said Beaumont.

“Colleen Taylor stepped on to take on that role.

Jennifer Cathcart and Sheena Taylor joi ned to share the speech art chairperson position.”

This year’s festival will be held from April 7 to 11 at the Knox Presbyterian Church, i n Neepawa.

Admission will be a silver collection for concerts, $2.00 per session or free for Friends of the Festival.

Vo c a l a n d s p e e c h entries will be showcased from the 7th to 9th with Loretta Thorleifson as adjudicator, and piano entr ies showcased the final two days with Tracy Sawatzky as adjudicator.

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At least year’s festival, adjudicator David Klassen (right) presented Selena Santos with the Lions Rose Bowl. This year’s festival will be held April 7 to 11 at the Knox Presbyterian Church. Entry deadline is Feb. 1 at midnight.

The entry deadline for the 2019 edition of the festival is midnight on Feb. 1. Entries can be mailed directly to the festival at PO Box 547 in Neepawa, dropped off at ArtsForward or 498 3rd street, or be made by talking to your music teacher.

The festival typically draws in people from com mu n it ies i n t he Neepawa area, such as Brookdale, Arden and Eden; but all Manitobans are welcome.

Scholarship and trophy letters are set to be mailed

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Three Ways to be a Friend of the Festival

Tax receipts will be issued for donations of $25.00 or more.

If donation received before February 1, 2019, a program will be delivered before the festival.

1. Send a cheque to: NDFAF Box 547, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 2. Donate in person at Arts Forward.

3. Donate when you attend the festival sessions of your choice.

Cheques must be payable to NDFAF or Neepawa and District Fine Arts Festival.

out to community groups and members shor t ly.

The festival committee is anticipating the same positive support they have seen from the community in the past.

Become a friend To become a Friend of the Festival, simply send $25 to the festival committee or drop it off at ArtsForward with mailing and contact information.

Tax receipts will be given in return in addition to a program prior to the festival, free admission and the reward of knowing the financial support given helps t he fest iva l r un smoothly.

A nyone w i s h i n g to volunteer and assist with the festival is asked to contact Colleen Taylor or send a message to the festival’s Facebook page.

Volunteer duties include working the admission table, selling Friends of the Festival passes, organizing the music and announcing festival participants.

A syllabus containing more information regarding the different sessions is available at ArtsForward.

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Continued from page 2 Essentially what this means is that the tourism committee won’t need to start from scratch. Neepawa Tourism and the Chamber of Commerce will be working together to send information out to their members.

“When the chamber puts out their membership renewals this month,” Crewe added. “There will be an additional opportunity to not just be a chamber member, but to also be a tourism member in that renewal.”

Additional information regarding the benefits of the opt-in Neepawa Tourism membership will be included in the Chamber of Commerce renewal notice. Those who have questions regarding Neepawa Tourism membership are encouraged to call the Chamber of Commerce at 204-476-5292.

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Will election overload allow the important issues to emerge?

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e Manitobans are in for a lot of electioneering over the next 12-18 months. We just got through the municipal elections, which saw major changes in many towns and RMs. It was almost inevitable that the day would come in some communities when a number of younger people would come out and get elected. It happened in many communities.

Going forward, we will be getting into the federal election in October 2019, followed by a Manitoba election 12 months later. With fixed date elections, obviously, the date is predictable.

What people may not have realized is that the campaigns are traditionally about 35 days, the fixed date situation means the campaigns really never end. We will be inundated with election information continuously for the next 20 months.

It is tempting to say that any election can change the course of history. The 1968 federal election that brought Trudeau senior to office certainly did.

Many would argue that the change was not for the better and I tend to agree. This next federal election will determine if Canada is going to continue to battle the oil industry in Alberta, while sucking up to Saudi Arabia, or will the government become more nationalistic and diminish the international trending.

As of now, Canada seems to be doing everything it can to appease the globalist movement; more foreign oil, more investment in foreign lands, immigration and refugee levels that seem unsustainable. All these trends are a bit scary to say the least. On neepawa

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RIGHT IN THE CENTRE

Ken Waddell

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The next federal election will likely be fought over the carbon tax, a useless measure to fix a problem that basically doesn’t exist in Canada.

the home front, some aspects of human rights, such as avoiding hurt feelings and making up new trouble spots in our society where they didn’t exist before, along with re-writing history, are getting a lot of attention. Meanwhile, poverty, violence against women and men and drug abuse are running amok.

It still burns me that many millions of dollars were spent on the Canadian Museum of Human Rights at a time when basic human rights, such as clean water, aren’t available in every community in Canada.

I have always thought it ironic that within the very shadow of the CMHR, women, Indigenous and otherwise, are being exploited and even murdered. The best line I ever heard about Manitoba was: “We took our human rights and put them in a museum, never to be seen again.”

The next federal election will likely be fought over the carbon tax, a useless measure to fix a problem that basically doesn’t exist in Canada. Even if we do have a carbon/air pollution

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problem in Canada (which I don’t believe we have), a carbon tax isn’t going to help. Goods still have to be hauled and delivered. The majority of people do not have access to public transportation and must drive their cars. Farms have to be farmed. Electric cars are a long way off in non-urban areas. Oil and gas will still have to be used for a long time yet.

I am concerned that, as has happened many times before, the real issues will be ignored. Real issues like clean water, good roads, real human rights, like not being murdered, for all ages needs to be addressed. Carbon isn’t a real issue. Thin-skinned people aren’t real issues. Banning politically incorrect speech isn’t a real issue.

It remains to be seen if the real issues ever come to the surface.

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ometimes it’s easy to forget, but the livestock sector doesn’t operate in a vacuum. Producers were reminded of that late last year, when new regulations came into effect regarding the purchase of antimicrobials, commonly known as antibiotics.

Starting Dec. 1, 2018, the way in which Canadian livestock producers can purchase medically important antibiotics changed. While in the past, producers could buy some antibiotics, such as penicillin or tetracycline, at their local farm MY s u p pl y s t or e, PERSPECTIVE they’ll now need a prescription from a licensed veterinarian in Kate order to purchase Jackman-Atkinson these commonly used med ic ations. The changes are part of federal legislation aimed at helping to curb antibiotic resistance.

Less than a century after Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin, antibiotic resistance is a huge public health concern. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has predicted that by 2050, an estimated 2.4 million people will die in developed countries because of drug resistant infection.

The development of these strains has been linked to the overuse and improper use of antibiotics. The problem is compounded because while the bacteria we are hoping to kill have been adapting to become more resilient, no new drugs have been developed to replace those which are no longer as effective as they once were.

That’s not expected to change any time soon— the development of new drugs takes a lot of time and money and most pharmaceutical companies are investing in more lucrative medications.

While livestock antibiotics will no longer be available over the counter, a producer won’t need a vet to visit their farm and prescribe an antibiotic each time they have to treat a sick animal. However, all producers seeking to use antibiotics will need to have a VeterinarianClient-Patient-Relationship (VCPR), which involves the producer meeting with their vet to talk about their operation and provide them with a record of their animal health treatment protocols. It might involve an on-farm visit and is designed to allow the veterinarian to understand the producer’s operation well enough to be confident they will follow medical advice and use the products as directed.

The veterinarian can write a prescription to cover the producer’s expected antibiotic needs for the year.

For many livestock operations, especially larger ones that have a formalized animal health program, work regularly with a veterinarian or are using the more sophisticated antibiotics that already required a prescription, the changes won’t have much of an impact.

For many smaller producers though, it will be a marked change from the status quo, especially if they live far from a veterinarian.

The agricultural sector has an important role to play in ensuring the responsible use of antimicrobials; in 2014, the Public Health Agency of Canada estimated that agriculture was responsible for 82 per cent of all antimicrobial use in Canada. Combatting antibiotic resistance is extremely important and as the country’s largest consumer of antibiotics, the Canadian livestock sector has an important role to play. The fact also remains that similar regulations are already in place in other countries and antibiotic resistance is an international problem. However, the long-term success of this important initiative will depend not only on livestock producers and their veterinarians, but also on individual Canadians and their physicians.

In 2017, the Annals of Internal Medicine, the academic medical journal published by the American College of Physicians, published results of a study into the over-prescription of antibiotics in Ontario. The researchers found that almost half of the those who went to a primary care physician with an ailment that was likely non-bacterial were prescribed antibiotics. I suspect this is the case all over Canada. Antibiotics aren’t a wonder drug, capable of curing every ailment. The sooner we realize that, the longer we will be able to benefit from the treatment that they can offer us.

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A game no one ever wins

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ne of the f irst ebooks I read was Francis March’s history of WWI. I am currently plodding my way through Winston Churchill’s six-volume set on WWII and Peter Ackroyd’s history of England.

Every chapter I’ve read so far contains at least one or two paragraphs that make me shake my head and ask myself (often out loud): “How did we ever win those wars?”

Now I realize that hindsight is always 20/20. From our vantage point, 75 years after all the carnage and destruction of WWII, it is easy to point to specific events and say: “This is what went wrong. These were the mistakes that were made– the errors in judgment, the tactical blunders or the stubborn adherence to one strategy that had already proven to be a failure. The side that won the war was the side that made fewer mistakes.”

If there is one thing that life teaches us, it is that all it takes to create a disaster is one mistake– and it doesn’t

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FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein have to be all that great an error.

We all know how lost we can get after taking a wrong turn while driving in a city with whose streets we are not familiar. Or how many of us can look back on times when we have narrowly averted disaster because we failed to slow down soon enough and slid too far into an intersection? Just one mistake– and disaster can follow.

“But,” some will argue, “Can’t we f ix mistakes when we know we’ve made them?” Some mistakes can’t be fixed. Once made, we must allow them to take their course and be prepared to endure the consequences, whatever they might be.

Most mistakes, however, can be fixed. We can admit our mistake, take responsibility for it, apologize where necessary and make

restitution where we can.

And after that, we can do everything possible to make certain that the same mistake doesn’t reoccur.

But that’s not how we naturally react. In the Garden of Eden, when God asked Adam and Eve why they had eaten fruit from the tree that stood in the centre of the garden, Adam blamed Eve and Eve blamed the snake.

And every generation of their offspring has done the same thing. History is full of stories of people playing the blaming game.

But blaming someone else for our problems solves nothing. Never has– never will. It’s a game that no one ever wins. All it does is create division, cause arguments and result in actions that may add additional problems to the ones we are trying to solve.

Few people have under-

stood this principle as well as John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States. Like all US Presidents, Kennedy had to deal with a body of legislators that was sharply divided along partisan political lines. Democrats were blaming Republicans, Republicans were blaming Democrats and they all were blaming the Soviets and other communist countries for the political tensions of the early 60s.

Kennedy wanted no part of this blaming game.

He urged all parties to work together to solve the problems facing their nation. “Let us not seek the Republican answer or the Democratic answer, but the right answer,” he said. “Let us not seek to fix the blame for the past. Let us accept our own responsibility for the future.”

This is the only logical way to settle disputes. It is time to leave the past in the past, look to the future and do all we can to make our world a better place for everyone.

Back to basics

here is a strong movement afoot to get back to a more simplistic lifestyle. I can embrace that whole de-clutter and buy less aspect; thought briefly about a tiny house and appreciate growing some of my own food. Small steps in comparison to those folks who try to more fully immerse themselves in the philosophy.

I’m talking about the couples, young and old, who are having a hive for the honey bees, raise their own protein/livestock in a healthy back to basics manner. Pigs that root around in the soil, cattle that range freely and chickens that scratch and catch grasshoppers. Just like it used to be when the earth was young. Even back when I was young.

I wonder how many of us would know how to gut a chicken, never mind actually kill it. Not me. I was the pin feather plucker in the assembly line when it was chicken killing time in the

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neighbourhood. We have come too far from knowing our food source. Perhaps at one time we were too close, but there was a respect for the living creature that was providing survival food.

(When my youngest was about three, her older brother raised chickens, about a hundred, and she saw him care for them and play with them– hypnotizing three or four at a time was a feat!– and then came a day when one appeared as the main course. She looked at the platter, and accusingly at us, and challenged, “Is this one of Markie’s chickens?”)

It was a process.

Re-reading Roughing it in the Bush, by Susanna Moodie, published in 1852, reminds me of the true

hardships that the settlers endured and their ingenuity and creativity. It was living the basics. Times were desperate. The flesh of the black squirrel is equal to that of the rabbit, and the red, even the little chipmunk, is palatable when nicely cooked.

Right back to hearing my brother-in-law describe the hunger in the time of the Russian Revolution, when sparrows were trapped in barn lofts and a kernel of corn meant the possibility of catching a crow. That is basics. The author, while harvesting the potatoes, noted the abundance of dandelion roots and remembered that these could be a substitute for the treasured coffee. Carefully washed the roots quite clean, without

depriving them of the fine brown skin which covers them and which contains the aromatic flavour, which so nearly resembles coffee that it is difficult to distinguish it while roasting. The roots were cut into pieces the size of a kidney-bean, roasted in an iron baking pan, ground, boiled and enjoyed a far superior to the common coffee we procured at the stores. Fall roots made better coffee than spring roots, for the plant needed to produce foliage and flowers. Great salad ingredient as well, quite equal to endive. My brother-in-law witnessed adults fighting over the first greens in Russia as well.

Takes me back to Yeats, and The lake Isle of Innisfree.

I will arise and go now, and go to Innisfree, And a small cabin build there, of clay and wattles made; Nine bean-rows will I have there, a hive for the honey-bee, And live alone in the bee-loud glade.

Basics.

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Observation

By Addy Oberlin

S

ince I moved to Alberta, I keep filling out forms and papers. I needed car insurance, house insurance, driver’s license, license plates, health insurance and more. Had to get a criminal record check done so I can do some volunteering. Different provinces have different rules.

The thought occurred to me that when I moved from British Columbia to Manitoba, I could take my same Bible to church. And moving from Manitoba to Alberta, I again can use the same Bible. No restrictions, no permission slips to fill out. Even if I would want to read it in a different language,the story would be the same.

Jesus tells us in Matthew 5:18 “Till Heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.” Not even the smallest letter or the least stroke of a pen shall alter any of the truth that is written in God’s Word, the Bible. Let us enjoy reading the Bible this week.

Thumbs up, thumbs down Huge thank you and thumbs up to Jack Follows for his dedication to the Neepawa Cemetery.

It doesn’t matter if it is winter or summer, if the interment is casket or urn, the site is always comforting and calm. Not easy to achieve consistently.

The presentation of the site is incredibly significant to family and friends at a time when their emotions are raw. It appears that Jack sees his position not as a job, or a career, but as a calling.

A rare gift. Thank you.

Rita Friesen Neepawa Two thumbs up and huge thanks to Greg Shaw and Steve Pegoski for help during our snowstorm on Jan. 7. Steve for blowing out a path on our driveway and shovelling our deck and ramp.

Greg for blowing our front walk and for your concern, compassion and help when we most needed it.

We are most grateful for wonderful friends and neighbours. Thanks again.

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These photos show cairns, recently installed at the Shilo Country Club, made to commemorate the soldiers who fought during various wars. Above, the view from hole five at Shilo Country Club.

By Elise Gork

Neepawa Banner & Pr ess

To mark the 100th anniversary of World War I, Shilo Country Club decided to commemorate the people who lost their lives during wartime. As a result of this, stone cairns have now been erected at the golf course, located at CFB Shilo, as a way to honour those who fought.

Each stone cairn has a plaque that Guinn Bros Memorials, of Neepawa, made. The large granite plaques are etched with stories of historic Canadian military involvement in different wars and battles.

Each plaque depicts a different war in which Canada played a role. One such plaque describes the role of the Canadian Forces Base in Shilo. Guinn Bros Memorials president, Ward Szucki, says he wanted to

do this project because “it was something they thought was important. To basically remember [the soldiers] forever.” Szucki also mentioned “there was a lot of people, soldiers, who had fallen in those wars.”

This theme of remembrance was the forefront of the project, with Szucki’s business also supplying smaller plaques for sponsors of the project in addition to the larger granite plaques.

Each granite plaque is two feet by two feet. In total, 20 plaques were made to commemorate the various wars and battles Canadians have played a role in. These included: World War I and World War II, the Battle of Vimy Ridge, the Battle of Britain, the Cold War and the Afghanistan War. Szucki, in his second year of owning Guinn Bros Memorials, has not done anything like this before.

In the past, under different management, similar projects have been done, but nothing this big. Szucki said this project took six months to complete with the “etching machine running 24/7.” The cairns were completed in 2017.

Feedback excellent Feedback from the community has been excellent. Szucki would like to thank Scott Ramsey, general manager of CFB Shilo Country Club, for trusting them with the project. CFB Shilo Country Club receives over 40 000 visitors every year.

This project was a part of the Memorial Tribute to Canadian Military History. This is an evolving outdoor museum, being developed throughout the

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Papua New Guinea

Grab your bags, as we are headed south east of the Philippine islands, to Papua New Guinea.

This nation is considered the most linguistically diverse country in the world, home to about 800+ languages. So many of these cultures and languages have survived due to Papua New Guinea’s wild topography. Mountains, jungles and wetlands kept smaller tribes isolated, preserving their languages as well as their own cultures. A rural population helps too: only about 13 per cent of Papuans live in towns. They have three official languages; Tok Pisin (Pidgin Language), English and Hiri Motu.

Proverb in Tok Pisin: Taim i no inap kambekgen. Em go na go olgeta. In English: Time cannot wait. It goes and goes completely.

The country’s geography is as diverse as its people, with tropical rainforests, highlands laden with coffee plantations, swamps, rugged coastlines, beautiful sandy beaches, rivers, waterfalls, reefs teeming with life and active volcanoes. There is incredible natural beauty with the lush green vegetation, the wildlife (the world’s only known poisonous bird, the Hooded Pitohui) and the natural f lora, such as native orchids and rhododendrons not found elsewhere. Papua New Guineans themselves are wonderfully welcoming people, who will go to great lengths to accommodate strangers. Tourists can enjoy national parks, botanical gardens, hiking trips through jungles and mountains, spectacular cultural displays with unique dances and colourful headdresses and a different food scene.

Papua New Guinea people are united by two foods in particular: the coconut and the sweet potato. It was thanks to contact with the Spanish that the sweet potato, or kaukau, made its way to the island. The traditional Papua New Guinean diet is largely vegetarian. The cuisine in the daily life of a Papuan is based on native ingredients easily gathered from the jungle or cultivated in home gardens, where a wide variety of greens and root crops are grown. Sweet potato, sago, banana, yam, taro, cassava, sugar cane, coconut, Irish potato, corn, papaya, pineapple and passion fruit are a few of the main staple foods. Pork is usually cooked on special occasions and those who live on the coasts enjoy fish, crab and crayfish. In researching for cookbooks, I found that Papuans have few recipes, as the meals are basic and one learns to cook by helping your mother prepare the meals.

I talked to Becky Uyaivato, whose husband Sam was born and raised in Papua New Guinea and Donna Plett, who with her husband Dennis, spent 17 years in Papua New Guinea. Both ladies talked of the amazing beauty of the country. Donna commented on the 365 days of gardening weather. When I asked them why I was not able to find dessert recipes, both ladies explained that fresh fruit was an ending to their meals. As well, they expressed how amazing the fruit tasted compared to our store bought fruit. The vegetables were mainly cooked in coconut milk, with very little spicing, and of course, eaten with rice. Does that not sound like a heathy diet?

Kaukau– sweet potato 2 sweet potatoes, washed and dried 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated 3 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 cup coconut milk 1 tsp. sea salt 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 tsp. black pepper 2 cloves garlic, crushed Preheat your oven to 400°F. Wrap the potatoes in tinfoil. Place potatoes into the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until they’re soft enough to poke through with a fork. Remove them from the oven (keep the oven on) and take potatoes out of the tinfoil. Slice your potatoes lengthwise. Using a spoon, hollow out your potatoes placing the insides in a bowl. Try to keep your potato skin intact. Mash your potato insides. Add the coconut oil, coconut milk, onions, garlic, ginger, cinnamon, salt and pepper and stir in well. Carefully scoop your potato mash back into the sweet potato skins.

Place your filled kaukaus into the oven for another 5-8 minutes, remove and enjoy!

Coconut vegetable stew 1 onion, chopped 2 large handfuls green beans, 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil fresh, trimmed 3 cloves garlic, crushed 14 ounces coconut milk 1 1/2 tsp. grated ginger, fresh 1 tsp. each salt and pepper 1 large sweet potato, cubed 1 small to medium zucchini, sliced Sauté onions in vegetable oil until soft. Add crushed garlic and grated ginger.

Cook for 1 to 2 minutes more. Add in the cubed sweet potato, green beans and coconut milk. Bring to a gentle boil.

Cover and simmer about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and add the zucchini. Simmer for about 10 minutes more. Serve over rice.

Banana coconut bake A well-known dessert in the country is saksak, a steamed dumpling made of ground sago, bananas, sugar, and wrapped in a banana leaf. Banana leaves are not available in our town, so I made my own dessert using ingredients found in Papua New Guinea.

2 bananas 1 cup fresh or canned pineapple chunks 2-3 Tbsp. honey or syrup 1/2 cup shredded large f lake coconut Place the bananas in an oven proof dish. Pour honey over. Add the pineapple and then sprinkle coconut over. Bake at 350°F for 18-20 minutes. Serve warm.

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Looking Back

JANUARY 18, 2019

1979: Rail service halted in Neepawa following closures

By Cassandra Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Pr ess

110 years ago, Friday, January 15, 1909 A St. Louis pastor advised the ladies of his congregation to use paint and powder.

Then the choir girls resigned and the ladies aid went out of business— just to show him.

100 years ago, Friday, January 17, 1919 Pte.’s Elmor Orr, Wilfrid Clement and Copeland Mason are at a Winnipeg depot awa it i ng t hei r discharge.

U k r a i n i a i s u nder Bolsheviki rule.

Martial law has been proclaimed in Argentine.

Bolsheviki troops have been defeated in t he Caucasus.

Three Bolshevist armies are converging on Warsaw.

Two thousand residents have been k i l led by bombarding Ukrainians.

Fifty thousand dependents of Canadian soldiers now in England are to be brought over here at public expense.

Many “missing” Canadian soldiers are being found in Germany, and some are married men whose wives have secured other husbands.

Police court statistics show that Toronto has quite as much drunkenness under prohibition as under license.

And Toronto rules Canada as absolutely as Berlin rules Germany.

The Bolsheviki government of Russia has notified Switzerland that unless 30 Bolshevists imprisoned in Switzerland are immediately released, every Swiss resident of Petrograd will be summarily executed.

T he i nter nat iona l federation of seafarers have resolved to refuse to man a ship going to or from an enemy port until full compensation has been made for dependants of those seamen who were ruthlessly done to death by enemy submarines.

Between Aug. 4, 1914 and Nov. 11, 1918, Norway lost 831 ships, registering 1,238,297 tons, while 33 others of 68,988 tons, were more or less damaged

by German submarines.

Norway meekly submitted to this and will never get any damages.

Neighbours of Mr. and Mrs. Alf Willerton, of Springhill, were entertained at a banquet last night by Mrs. R. A. Harris, to do honour to their son, Wilfrid,

who has just returned from three years service with the Canadian forces overseas.

The evening was spent in music and games.

90 years ago, Friday, January 18, 1929 The measles seem to be pretty well cleared up around town [Birnie], Iris Kilburn being the latest victim.

The Kellog pact for renunciation of war passed the United States Senate without reservation.

General Bramwell Booth declines to resign command of the Salvation Army and disputes the authority of subordinates to supplant him.

Captain George Wilkins, who f lew from Alaska to Spitzbergen via the North Pole, believes that within a generation, the circumnavigation of the world in 40 hours will be an accomplished fact. That would require a sustained speed of six hundred miles an hour, nearly twice that thus far attained.

80 years ago, Tuesday, January 17, 1939 Bananas were sold in Moscow last week for the first time since the Great War. The formation of a Jewish youth agricultural colony has been started in Winnipeg.

It will function for German Jews.

The united front of Great Britain and France is as strong as the Rome-Berlin axis, Chamberlain has warned Mussolini.

Britain has informed Italy that in the event of trouble between Italy and France, Britain would be solidly behind France.

Germany is supporting Mussolini’s designs for increasing Italy’s political and economic dominance in the Mediterranean at France’s expense.

An academic campaign against Jews has been opened in the university of Berlin and the first lecturer advocated castration be made the penalty for race pollution.

Germany’s push to the east received fresh impetus last week when Hungary decided to join the AntiComintern pact in which Germany, Italy and Japan are linked.

There is a shortage of doctors in Germany, so the course of medical study has been cut by nearly two years.

The violent German campaign against the Netherlands over a shot allegedly fired at the German legation at The Hague has

strengthened the fear that Hitler’s next attack may be made in the direction of Holland.

It i s repor ted t hat Germany has threatened to denounce British private short term loans totaling $18 6 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 u n l e s s London supports German demands for increased e x p or t s a nd for e i g n exchange to pay for Jewish emigration.

The conference bet ween Chamberlain and Mussolini has been procla imed a fa i lure.

Mussolini’s Mediterranean demands and his refusal to take his troops out of Spain proved the stumbling block to achieving any results.

Ba ron H i ra numa, Fascist-inclined president of the Privy Council of Japan, has been commanded by the Emperor to form a new cabinet due to the forced resignation of the government of Pr ince Konoye by strong militaristnationalist demands.

The 32-month A rab revolt against British rule in Palestine is believed to have been quelled, as two Arab chieftains have fled to Syria for sanctuary.

Casualties were: Arabs, 1,250 dead; British, 70 dead, 233 wounded; Jews, killed 92 and 649 wounded.

70 years ago, January, 1949 The Neepawa Legion Memorial Hall was officially opened Tuesday, Jan. 18.

Fred Anderson, president of the local branch, called upon James Monnington, 90-year-old veteran of the Legion and veteran of the Riel Rebellion, to cut the ribbon across the stage and the building was declared officially opened.

60 years ago, Tuesday, January 20, 1959 The culmination of eight years of patient labour on the part of many dedicated

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Pictured is Neepawa’s train station. Behind it, two grain elevators sit without service following CTC (Canadian Transport Commission) approved railway line closures such as the Neepawa-Carberry and Petrel-Carberry lines in 1979. Service had been halted since New Year’s Day.

citizens of Plumas came last Friday night when, with a snip of the scissors, the community’s brand new skating rink was officially opend. Plumas has been without a closed-in rink for more than half a century.

50 years ago, Tuesday, January 21, 1969 Funeral services for one of Kelwood’s most highly respected citizens, the late Fred Wilson, were held from Knox United Church on Friday, Jan. 10 at 2:30 p.m.

Mr. Wilson passed away very suddenly on Jan. 7. In 1916, he joined the 181st Battalion, transferred to the engineers and served on the front lines in France.

40 years ago, Thursday, January 18, 1979 The Canadian National Railway yards at Neepawa have been kept clear of snow and ready for use, but there have been no CN trains here since the last freight pulled out Dec. 21. The track from Carberry junction to Neepawa has been closed since Dec. 31, curtailing access from the south and the track from Neepawa to McCreary was closed July 31 last year.

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by the Canadian Transport Commission was the 32.8 miles between Rossburn and Neepawa junction, commonly known as the “Turkey Trail”.

At tempt s a re bei ng made to have the tracks re-opened on a temporary basis until spur lines are built to connect the CN tracks to the CPR line at Neepawa.

30 years ago, Tuesday, January 17, 1989 T he P lu m a s L ion s Club hosted a fire benefit evening for Frank Pubben, who lost his belongings in

a house fire recently. Once again, the community supported a friend in need with a very good turnout to listen to the music and songs by Mr. and Mrs. Ken Flatt, Louise and Norman Schmidt, Mary Ann Flatt and Walter Skibinski held in the Community Hall.

20 years ago, Monday, January 18, 1999 Neepawa’s first baby of the year arrived Jan. 10, 1999 when 8lbs, 4oz Brett Cole Barker was born to his parents Jaclyn Barker and Carey Hafner of Glenella.

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Neepawa cleared in legal matter First council meeting of 2019

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner & Pr ess

A legal matter related to a dispute over Neepawa’s garbage and recycling collection no longer involves the Town of Neepawa. On Tuesday, Jan. 8, the Town’s chief administrative officer, Colleen Synchyshyn, updated councillors on a court battle between TAC Ventures of Neepawa and MWM Environmental, a company based out of Souris. The legal action is based on a claim from TAC that MWM breached a confidentiality agreement between the two companies during the bidding process for the garbage and recycling contract with the Town of Neepawa.

Up until Dec. 31, 2016, TAC had been responsible for all of Neepawa’s garbage and recycling collection.

When the TAC contract with the town concluded, MWM Environmental bid upon and was awarded the contract for a three-year term that started Jan. 1, 2017. TAC Ventures and a third business also bid on the contract at that time.

According to the Town, only one of the bids, the one from MWM fit the criteria laid out for the tender process. It was also the lowest of the three bids that were received.

The legal action spawned from a claim by TAC Ventures that MWM used privileged information from their previous business dealings to ensure it submitted a winning bid. The Town of Neepawa was brought into the fray after its process of awarding the contract was called into question.

After a lengthy review, the Justice who examined the case stated that the Town of Neepawa had conducted a procedurally fair tender process and that the Town’s decision that TAC was not compliant was well founded and within its discretion. The Justice also said that the Town was under no duty to consider and investigate that there was a confidentiality agreement between two of the bidders.

In his statement on the case, the Justice then said that the Town of Neepawa is entitled to a summary judgment and dismissed TAC’s claim against the town.

Let’s talk about the budget Neepawa’s budget preparations for 2019 are making progress. A pre-budget survey, available online and at the Town Office, has had 256 submissions as of Jan. 8.

The survey asks Neepawa residents their thoughts on the budgeting process and preferences on where money should be spent. An open house reviewing the upcoming budget has also been scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 24. It’ll take place at the Neepawa Public Library’s boardroom and is set to begin at 7:00 p.m. All residents from the community are invited and encouraged to participate in the event.

Parkview progress An expansion of housing near Parkview Drive appears to be making strides. Council approved a request from Hillcrest Estates for a redesignation and exchange of some land for the property located on the southeast side of the community. This will allow for the development of six additional residential lots in the future.

Kaleidoscope bringing extra concert to Neepawa Submitted

Kal eidoscope Concert Commit t ee

T he K a le id o s c o p e Concert Committee is offering an extra concert this year. We were able to book the Strathclair Theatre Chorus.

This is an extra concert for $20 a ticket, not part of our season ticket package. The Strathclair Theatre Chorus in bringing their Kaleidoscope of Melodies to Neepawa on Saturday, Jan. 19, at 7:00 p.m. at the Neepawa United Church, at 475 Mountain Avenue. The Neepawa stop is part of a six community tour.

This chorus is amazing. Many have driven to Strathclair to watch and listen to their per-

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The board for the 2018-2019 Kaleidoscope Concert series includes: back (from left): Ron Nordstrom, Janet Husak, Jim Danino, Moira Woods. Front: Carol Walker, Val Jarema, Marg Wompford and Colleen Taylor.

formances and now we have them performing in Neepawa this month!

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Kaleidoscope calendar will be MTC’s production, Buying the Farm, on Thursday, Feb. 14. The

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Highlights to expect at the 2019 Ag Days!

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Canada’s largest indoor farm show will kick off the three-day event on Tuesday, Jan. 22. This year’s show will include over 550 exhibitors all under 10 acres of indoor space at the Keystone Centre, in Brandon, MB. There are several key highlights to point out: 1. This year’s show we will be celebrating “Tell Your Story – Be An Agvocate”.

237 exhibitors have jumped on board with our theme and

will be displaying facts about the agriculture industry in their booth throughout the duration of the show. The Manitoba Ag Days board challenges everyone to get involved and share their agriculture story.

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4. Our free speaker program includes over 60 speakers on a variety of topics presenting in the FCC and MNP theatres. This year’s program is packed full of fantastic speakers. You can expect world class speakers on a variety of topics, including the importance of connecting with consumers, the latest in technology, agronomy and market outlooks, as well as topics on data and how it can be used to positively benefit the bottom line.

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am until 8:45 with a minimum $5 donation going to Manitoba Farm Rural and Northern Support Services sponsored by Canad Inns, The Great Western Roadhouse Bar and Grill and QCountry 880AM, 91.5FM. 6. The inventor’s showcase features 14 new inventions with everything from drop pans to robotics to safety harnesses. The Inventor’s Showcase is located in Barn 4 this year and is always a big draw for our patrons! Local companies featured include Morris Industries, of Minnedosa, MTZ Equipment, of Rapid City and Taurus Technology, of Virden, MB

7. The New Products competition has 19 entries with everything from new hybrids to new fertilizers to new con-caves. These products are showcased throughout the show with New Product signage!

8. Bull Congress is jammed packed again with 23 farms showcasing their latest genetics and five associations.

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10. 50/50 draw will continue with funds raised benefiting our Ag Days Gives Back Community Giving Program, last year’s winner took home $11,250.00. Tickets can be purchased at the top of the ramp - 3 for $10.00 This year, we are supporting a special young man in our ag community - he knows first hand what a barbecue bristle can do if it gets lodged in your throat, so we are encouraging everyone to throw away their barbecue scrapers that have bristles and come and purchase a 50/50 ticket at the show and we will give you a wooden barbecue scraper while supplies last.

11. Manitoba Ag Days Gives Back will announce this years’ recipients on Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 1:00 pm in the FCC Theatre.

12. Manitoba Ag Day’s Adventure with Ag In the Classroom will take place throughout the show, with this year’s theme “Agriculture- Think Global, Act Local” highlighting a global perspective.

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Pictured are just a few spectacles that could be seen at the 2018 Ag Days event. Above: An extremely old tractor was on display last year, bringing feelings of nostalgia to long-time farmers. Below: The Keystone Centre in Brandon was full of booths showcasing a variety of different agricultural products.

www.precisioncam.ca

Come visit us in the Canada Room during Manitoba Ag Days

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Highlights to expect at the 2019 Ag Days!

Submitted MANITOBA AG DAYS

Canada’s largest indoor farm show will kick off the three-day event on Tuesday, Jan. 22. This year’s show will include over 550 exhibitors all under 10 acres of indoor space at the Keystone Centre, in Brandon, MB. There are several key highlights to point out: 1. This year’s show we will be celebrating “Tell Your Story – Be An Agvocate”.

237 exhibitors have jumped on board with our theme and

will be displaying facts about the agriculture industry in their booth throughout the duration of the show. The Manitoba Ag Days board challenges everyone to get involved and share their agriculture story.

2. The first ever Manitoba social is sold out and will take place Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 8:00 pm in the Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba’s historic “Dome” building, with all funds raised going

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3. Admission and parking is free! The last show of its kind to remain completely complimentary. Don’t forget, Murray Chev Olds Cadillac Buick GMC is providing the parking lot shuttle and the complimentary coat check is available just outside the Kinsmen Area sponsored by Fusion Credit Union.

4. Our free speaker program includes over 60 speakers on a variety of topics presenting in the FCC and MNP theatres. This year’s program is packed full of fantastic speakers. You can expect world class speakers on a variety of topics, including the importance of connecting with consumers, the latest in technology, agronomy and market outlooks, as well as topics on data and how it can be used to positively benefit the bottom line.

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am until 8:45 with a minimum $5 donation going to Manitoba Farm Rural and Northern Support Services sponsored by Canad Inns, The Great Western Roadhouse Bar and Grill and QCountry 880AM, 91.5FM. 6. The inventor’s showcase features 14 new inventions with everything from drop pans to robotics to safety harnesses. The Inventor’s Showcase is located in Barn 4 this year and is always a big draw for our patrons! Local companies featured include Morris Industries, of Minnedosa, MTZ Equipment, of Rapid City and Taurus Technology, of Virden, MB

7. The New Products competition has 19 entries with everything from new hybrids to new fertilizers to new con-caves. These products are showcased throughout the show with New Product signage!

8. Bull Congress is jammed packed again with 23 farms showcasing their latest genetics and five associations.

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9. The Farm Safety feature is growing again with 13 entries this year. These products are showcased through-out the show with Farm Safety feature signage! The Mani-

toba Ag Days Board made a board decision to all become first aid and CPR trained so that we have more trained staff at the show; we took this training this season.

10. 50/50 draw will continue with funds raised benefiting our Ag Days Gives Back Community Giving Program, last year’s winner took home $11,250.00. Tickets can be purchased at the top of the ramp - 3 for $10.00 This year, we are supporting a special young man in our ag community - he knows first hand what a barbecue bristle can do if it gets lodged in your throat, so we are encouraging everyone to throw away their barbecue scrapers that have bristles and come and purchase a 50/50 ticket at the show and we will give you a wooden barbecue scraper while supplies last.

11. Manitoba Ag Days Gives Back will announce this years’ recipients on Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 1:00 pm in the FCC Theatre.

12. Manitoba Ag Day’s Adventure with Ag In the Classroom will take place throughout the show, with this year’s theme “Agriculture- Think Global, Act Local” highlighting a global perspective.

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Pictured are just a few spectacles that could be seen at the 2018 Ag Days event. Above: An extremely old tractor was on display last year, bringing feelings of nostalgia to long-time farmers. Below: The Keystone Centre in Brandon was full of booths showcasing a variety of different agricultural products.

www.precisioncam.ca

Come visit us in the Canada Room during Manitoba Ag Days

www.mazergroup.ca

545 Assiniboine Ave, Brandon, MB R7A 0G3

Wireless IP Digital Cow Cam

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op Bulk Fuels & Agro Dept.

SystemsFarm Yard Security

TEL: 204-728-8878 TF: 1-866-289-8164

Implement Camera Systems

www.tridekon.com

1-866-292-6115

(204) 725-1200

Homemade Hamburgers We cut all our own steaks

Neepawa 204-476-3431

Come visit us at Ag Days Main Arena Booth 1001

Brian Kilborn, Owner

“We Don’t Serve Fast Food,We Serve Good Food.”

Come and see us when in Brandon for the Manitoba Ag Days 2019!

1850 - 1st Street North Brandon, MB R7C 1A9 www.beefandbarrel.ca

See you at Ag Days!

MTZ Kirovets K744

Professionals

Proud sponsor of AG Days Shuttle

providing products, service, equipment and expertise

Your manitoba dealers are:

Reduce trampling by 80% and save up to $7 per acre.

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Come see us at Ag Days Booths 689/690 at Brandon Curling Club Locations at:

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Feeling small? The folks standing by this piece of machinery from the New Holland Company must be!

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Neepawa Curling Club Ladies Bonspiel

SUBMITTED PHOTOS

Over the weekend, the Neepawa Curling Club hosted its annual Ladies Bonspiel. The first event was sponsored by Zeke’s Jewelers. Left to right: Skip Kayla Hunter, Michelle Jakubowski, Crystal Murray and Jamie Graham. The second event, sponsored by Westward Ford. Left to right: Skip Jean Garbolinsky, Carol Dalrymple, Wilma Jones and Joan Tegg. The third event, sponsored by Kinley Thomson Accounting. Left to right skip Leanne Fedak, Shari Shankaruk, Amanda Asham and Lindsay Lepla.

Neepawa Farmers clinch the east NACI Tigers beat Tiger Hills Hockey League update

Neepawa Banner & Pr ess

For the second straight year, the Neepawa Farmers have claimed first place in the Tiger Hills Hockey League’s (THHL) Eastern Division. The team (12-30. 24 points) solidified its spot at the top of the regular season standings with a 5-2 win over the Cartwright Clippers on Sunday, Jan. 13. Riley Kolesar had a pair of goals, while Garrett Rempel, Rodney White and Bret Levandoski each contributed individual goals for Neepawa.

The final result could have been a lot worse for Cartwright, had it not been for Clippers goaltender Troy Chandler and his impressive 42 save performance. Despite Chandler’s effort, Neepawa’s Curtis Nelson won the game between the pipes making 24 saves over the course of the night. With three games left on the regular

NACI results

Basketball Junior Varsity: Jan. 9: NACI (Boys) 75-45 Carberry Jan. 9: Rivers 38-16 NACI (Girls)

Basketball Varsity:

Jan. 10: NACI (Boys) 80-65 Carberry Jan. 10: NACI (Girls) 59-7 Carberry

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season schedule, Neepawa is a full nine points better than their nearest competition in the east.

The battle for second With four games apiece left on the schedule, there are three teams still in the running for second place in the east. The Minnedosa Bombers (6-5-3. 15 points) is currently ahead of MacGregor Wild (7-7-0.

14 points.) and Gladstone Lakers (6-8-0. 12 points).

The Bombers and Lakers will face one another twice in these last few games. Minnedosa will also play Pilot Mound and Boissevain before the end of the year. The Lakers, meanwhile, have games versus Killarney and Wawanesa. As for MacGregor, their schedule includes one homes game against Pilot Mound and three games on the road, in Neepawa, Melita and Hartney.

Publisher’s addendum

For the article on the Neepawa Figure Skating Club in the Friday, Jan. 11 edition of the Banner & Press, one of the skaters was unintentionally ommitted. Ivory Gerring earned a bronze ribbon in the Star Two event in Virden . Congratulations to Gerring and the rest of the club.

By Eoin Devereux

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A quick first period start by the Neepawa Area Collegiate Institute (NACI) Tigers helped to power the team to a 9-3 win over the Roblin Raiders on Wednesday, Jan. 9. The Tigers (7-5-1. 15 points) scored five goals in the first 20 minutes of action on its way to the victory.

NACI followed up that impressive early effort with a goal in the second period and three more in the third. Ben Rainka registered five points on the night, including a hat trick for NACI. Meanwhile, Dillon Birch added a pair of goals and an assist on the night. Other scorers for Neepawa included Tanner Mann, Konur Gork and Wiley Speiss.

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Neepawa’s Bret Levandoski looks to slide a shot past Cartwright goaltender Troy Chandler. Levandoski scored once and added an assist, to ensure Neepawa ended the night with a 5-2 win. This victory ensured the Farmers sealed first place in the THHL’s Eastern Division.

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Winners of the Arden Men’s Bonspiel

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The Arden Men’s Bonspiel concluded on Jan. 6 and the winners were declared for the three events of the day. The first, second, and third events were sponsored by Enns Bros. Equipment, Delmar Commodities, and Pottinger Farms respectively.

Top left: Winners of the first event (left to right) are Kyle Csversko, Grant Babcock, Dwight Marchant and Gary Forgue.

Top right: The winners of the second event (left to right) are Al Paramor, Dave Soroka and Harvey Jackson, Glen Ursel.

Above: Pictured are the winners of the third event receiving their winnings. From left to right are Denise Pottinger (presenting), Dale McKinnon, Shane Pottinger, Tyson Walker and Reg Kwiatkowski

Carberry hosting Synchro Championships NHL Hat Auction NHL Saturday Hat Auction Beautiful Plains Community Foundation presents

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Skaters from across the province will be in Carberry on Jan. 19 for the 2019 Skate Canada Manitoba Synchronized Skating Championships Kim Baron, event chairperson made the announcement on

Jan. 15 that the Carberry Figure Skating Club and the Carberry Plains Community Centre would host the event.

Shauna Marling, executive director of Skate Canada Manitoba thanked the Carberry Figure Skating Club and its volunteers for hosting this exciting and fun

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event. Marling explained that synchronized skating is a specialized discipline of skating involving groups of eight or more skaters performing various group formations and maneuvers.

The objective is for the team to perform as one unit by executing circles, blocks, lines, wheels and intersections in unison to the music while demonstrating quality edges, power and flow.

Marling added Synchronized Skating is very exciting

and fun to watch.

Over two hundred skaters ages six to adult on 18 teams, from all across Manitoba will compete in events from Beginner I and Elementary through PreNovice and Adult II. The Carberry Figure Skating Club invites everyone to attend this competition and enjoy some excellent Synchronized Skating.

The competition schedule will be available on the Skate Canada Manitoba

GLADSTONE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

THANK YOU

The Gladstone Golf & Country Club would like to thank everyone who attended and supported our New Years Eve Supper. Due to your generous donations and support, our fundraising effort was a great success! A sincere Thank You to the following individuals, organizations and businesses:

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

During the Neepawa Natives’ most recent home game on Saturday, Jan. 12, Andrew Dennis of Boston Pizza, presented a cheque for $512.75 to Amanda Naughton-Gale of the Neepawa Salvation Army. The donation was made through The BP Foundation’s Future Prospects initative.

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-Op • Penny Rogers • Gladstone Lakers • Farmery Estate Brewery • Boyd Elder • Gladstone Auction Mart • Mumzz Kitchen • John Lackey • Anderson Sand & Gravel • Westward Ford • Mar Dee Enterprise • Lickity Splits • John & Kate Halashewski • Delta Colony • Plumas Game & Fish • Mun. of WestLake-Gladstone • Loretta Hopkins • Jana Fredbjornson • Foxon Agencies • Chris Frere • Harris Pharmacy • Allan & Liz Stewart • Tom Coutts • Jarvis Meats • Jeanette & Garry Henderson • Gardewine • Debbie Dueck • Gladstone Bakery • Mel Fischer • Clarke’s of Gladstone • Clarke’s Funeral Home • Gladstone Hotel • Diane’s Hair Company • PRB Transport Ltd • Chicken Corral • Stride Credit Union • Tom & Laura Freeborn • Giant Tiger • Napa Auto Parts • Mazergroup • Darcy Maloney • Koch Fertilizer • Gladstone Vet Clinic • Home Hardware • K K Penner Tire • Neepawa Safeway • Nick’s Repair • McLaughlin GM • Hunt Mechanical • Dairy Queen • Neepawa Banner & Press • Bonnie’s Hair Salon • HyLife • Gladstone Pharmacy • Bob & Linda Warden • GWB Auto Sales • Rocky Mountain Equipment • Nu Era Seeds • CWE Wrestling • Richardson Pioneer • Delmar Commodities • Broadfoot Fraser Agencies • Mac’s Auto Supply • Happy Rock Repair • Judi & Ted Code • Ross & Vivian Stewart • Guy & Ed Small • Nutrien Ag Solutions • Kinley Thomson CPA Inc • Cano Pest Control • June Stewart • Gladstone Transfer

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MJHL Standings

(To Thursday, Jan. 17)

Team

G W

41 41 41 40 42 43 43

1. Portage Terriers 2. Swan Valley Stampeders 3. Steinbach Pistons 4. Selkirk Steelers 5. Virden Oil Capitals 6. Dauphin Kings 7. Winnipeg Blues 8. Winkler Flyers 9. Wayway Wolverines 10. OCN Blizzard 11. Neepawa Natives

41 41 43 40

MJHL Player stats Leading scorers (MJHL)

1. Josh Tripp (Swan) 2. Bradley Goethals (Swan) 3. Tony Apetagon (Wpg) 4. Quintin Sudom (Swan)

G 28 26 19 15

A 36 28 32 33

Pts

64 54 51 48

5. Brendan Martin (Stein) 25 21 46 Leading scorers (Natives) G

1. Mackenzie Belinski 2. Jesse Gibbons 3. Brad Marshall

Goaltenders W 1. M. Radomsky (Stein) 18

A Pts

15 18 33 9 17 26 9 12 21

L SV% GAA 9 0.926 2.06

2. J. Link (Wpg)

17 14 0.931 2.45 11

6 0.921 2.54

4. N. Moore (Port)

20

3 0.888 2.61

5. D. Dosch (Vird)

15 14 0.909 2.76

3. M. Pipes (Swan)

Minimum 15 MJHL game played

within regular season

Game results Friday, Jan. 11

Steinbach 2-1 Neepawa

First period No scoring Second period 02:16 STEIN Labossiere (1) ASST: Vaeth (19), Martin (21) 12:26 NEEP Gibbons (9) ASST: Robin (1), Marshall (12) 16:40 STEIN Martin (25) ASST: Labossiere (8), Graham (18) Third period No scoring Goaltenders NEEP- Thornton 28/30 saves (L), STEIN - Lenz 26/27 saves (W) Attendance: 319 at Yellowhead Arena

Saturday, Jan. 12 OCN 4-0 Neepawa

First period No scoring Second period 05:58 OCN Pawlenchuk ASST: Mozdzen (8), Checco (8) 10:07 OCN Ali (2) ASST: Barraso (6), Courrier (2) Third period 03:53 OCN Barraso (3) ASST: Ali (6), Thomas (5) 15:04 OCN Courrier (1) ASST: Sinclair (16), Swan (6) Goaltenders NEEP- Anderson 24/28 saves (L).

OCN - Lagamiere 37/37 saves (W).

Attendance: 290 at Yellowhead Arena

Club 55 Friday League Jan. 11: Ladies’ High Single: Muriel Porada 201. Ladies’ High Triple: Doreen Smith 493. Men’s High Single: Alan Tarn 251. Men’s High Triple: Doug Pettigrew 624.

Other Scores to Note: Doreen Smith 177, 151, 165; Phyllis Mauthe151; Alan Tarn 168, 204; Jim King 200, 177, 165; Melvin Oswald 199; Doug Pettigrew 181, 221, 222; Ellen Grudeski 168; Don Denoon 171, 200; Muriel Porada 168; Bob Lychak 177, 167; Gordon Levandoski 170, 208; Frank Porada 154; Barb Grumpelt 153, 177; Bev Chapski 154, 155, 168; Lawrence Smith 165, 193; Darrell Gabler 200; Pauline Hailstone 168; Norm Kendall 156, 203, 187; Ray Criddle 200, 200; Len Pritchard 204, 187, 156.

33 27 27 23 21 20 19 18 16 16 8

L OT/SO PF

6 9 12 14 14 19 18

20 21 25 26

2 5 2 3 7 4 6

PA Pts

202 178 145 138 142 128 116

3 4 2 6

110 123 87 136 131 134 135

102 107 116 90

134 130 171 170

68 59 56 49 49 44 44

39 36 32 22

Tiger Hills Hockey East 1. Neepawa 2. Minnedosa 3. MacGregor

G 15 14 14

W 12 6 7

4. Gladstone 13 6 5. Cartwright 12 3 6. Pilot Mound 12 2

West 1. Killarney 2. Boissevain 3. Hartney 4. Wawanesa 5. Souris 6. Deloraine 7. Melita

G 13 13 13 13 14 14 13

L ETL Pts 3 0 24 5 3 15 7 0 14 7

0

8 9

1 1

12 7 5

W L ETL Pts 13 0 0 26 11 1 1 23 8 5 0 16 7 6 0 14 6 8 0 12 5 8 1 11 1 10 2 4

ETL refers to extra time losses (Overtime and shootout losses)

THHL scoring Leading scorers (THHL)

1. Devon LeBlanc (Bois) 2. Ward Szucki (Neep) 3. Matt Lowry (Neep) 4. Matt Varnes (MacG) 5. Tyler Dittmer (Bois)

G 19 19 7 16 12

A 25 18 27 12 16

Leading scorers (Farmers) G

1. Ward Szucki 2. Matt Lowry 3. Lance Nugent

Pts

44 37 34 28 28

A Pts

19 18 37 7 27 34 12 13 25

AAA Hockey Midget Chiefs (Boys) Jan. 12: Yellowhead 7-6 Eastman Jan. 13: Yellowhead 6-1 Interlake

Midget Chiefs (Girls)

Jan. 12: Wpg Ice 4-1 Yellowhead

Bantam Chiefs (Girls)

Jan. 12: St. Vital 3-2 Yellowhead Jan. 13: Yellowhead 5-2 Central Plains

Bantam Chiefs (Boys)

Jan. 13: Parkland 0-0 Yellowhead Results not available at deadline

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Great efforts don’t turn into great results for Neepawa Natives

By Eoin Devereux

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The Neepawa Natives put in a tremendous effort over the weekend, but nothing to show for it, as they lost a pair of games.

On Friday, Jan. 11, Neepawa fell to Steinbach 2-1.

The next night, the Natives were bested once again, this time by OCN, by the score of 4-0. These latest defeats are Neepawa’s fourth and fifth in a row respectively. Even worse than that, the club have now dropped 15 in their last 16 games.

Stymied

by Steinbach The Neepawa Natives had their chances against Steinbach, but simply couldn’t deliver, on the way to the 2-1 loss. Pistons goaltender Matt Lenz didn’t make it easy though with a 26 save effort, on the way to the win. Lenz made several big saves throughout the night, including a great chance late in the first period off the stick of Neepawa’s Mackenzie Belinski, keeping the score 0-0 after the first 20 minutes of action.

In the second, Steinbach would get on the board first, just over two minutes into the period.

Nico Labossiere, who was recently traded to the Pistons from Waywayseecappo, would score for his new team.

The Natives tied it up

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Drayson Skulmoski (26) and the rest of the Neepawa Natives threw everything they could at goaltender Dorain Lagamiere and the rest of the OCN Blizzard on Saturday, Jan. 12. It still wasn’t enough, however, as OCN left the Yellowhead Arena at the end of the game with a 4-0 victory.

at 1-1 about 10 minutes later, as Jesse Gibbons sent a shot past Lenz. Tanner Robin and Brad Marshall assisted on the play.

Unfortunately, Steinbach regained the one goal lead just before the end of the period, as forward Brendan Martin scored his 25th goal of the season.

Neepawa would have several opportunities in the third period, including a two man advantage for 1:48. The Natives came close a few times, but simply couldn’t beat Lenz, who would collect his ninth win of the season.

Blizzard chill Neepawa’s offence The Neepawa Natives’ offence found itself figuratively left out in the cold against the OCN Blizzard on Saturday, Jan. 12. Despite putting 37 shots on

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goal, Neepawa couldn’t find a way to score and would lose to OCN 4-0.

While Neepawa outshot and for an early portion of the game, outplayed their opponents, it was the Blizzard who would pick up the points at the end of the night. After a scoreless first period, OCN scored a pair in the second and the third period to claim the win, their 16th of the season.

As for Neepawa, these latest losses have dropped the club’s regular season

record to 8-26-3-3, good enough for just 22 points in the standings.

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We wish to express our thanks to our children, who were present at our 65th anniversary. Greg, Louise and Frank (from Salmon Arm, BC), Denise and Bernadette couldn't make it. Thanks to our grandchildren and great grandchildren, smallest Milo Wilson, who is just over a month old. To our families; Margaret, Ed and Irene, our friends we've known from 1950 to the present and those we've gotten to know throughout the years. Also special thanks to Father Mark. Thanks for the beautiful cards, flowers and gifts. We hope you all enjoyed the occasion. To us, it was special and memorable. Also thanks to Rose. God Bless you all!!

Benn and Mary Anne Popien.

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Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call Leah 368-2403 or 841-4766 _____________________ Drug problem? Narcotics Anonymous can help. Meetings on Sat at 7 p.m. and Tues at 7 p.m. at Calvary Chapel, 221 Hamilton St. Neepawa _____________________ Polonia Hall, cap 173. Perfect for smaller weddings, socials, anniversaries, etc.

Call Cathy 966-3365 or Janice 476-0516.

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

726-8199, Brandon

Obituary William Bill Knox Dunham DUNHAM: William "Bill" Knox, age 83 years, passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at Fairview Home, Brandon.

Predeceased by his parents and first wife, Evelyn Anne Dunham, Bill is survived by partner Pat Chambers, sons Paul, John and Charles (Bernice) and five grandchildren.

He is also survived by sister Betty Forester, brother Jim Dunham, step-children Michael (Sonja) Chambers, Michelle (Shawn) Mayhew and Marlon (Shirley) Chambers and seven step-grandchildren. A Memorial Reception will be held in Neepawa, Manitoba at a later date. Donations in memory of Bill may be made to charity of choice. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.memorieschapel.com. Arrangements with Memories Chapel, Brandon, 1-855-727-0330.

Daniel Code Daniel Code passed away on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at the age of 101 years.

He leaves to mourn his passing and cherish many fond memories; his wife of 76 years Polly, his son Kelvin (Mary), his daughter Peggy Martinook (Bill), his son in law John Terrick and his sister in law Olga Code, his grandchildren Jodi Terrick, Craig Terrick (Lorrie), Jill Terrick (Bill), Jennifer Code, Amanda Novak (Randy) along with his great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

Dan was predeceased by his daughter Jannett Terrick, his brother Peter Code and sister Dolly Falk along with numerous in-laws and extended family members.

Dan lived his entire life in the McCreary area, except when he served in the army from 1941-46. He and Polly were married in 1942 and when he was discharged, they bought a farm and farmed until he retired and moved into town. To augment income, Dan started driving the school bus, which he continued to do for 34 years.

Dan loved going to the Drop in Center and playing cards, he especially loved playing bridge, which he learned at the age of 80. He also loved watching the McCreary Mustangs and had his special chair at the arena. His favorite ball team was the Blue Jays and of course, the Winnipeg Jets. He and Mom never missed any sporting event that his kids or grandchildren were participating in.

He was a wonderful gardener, always growing too much, but shared the produce with family and friends.

When the house became too much for them to manage, they moved to the Alpine Manor. Shortly before their 75th wedding anniversary, Dan took a tumble making it necessary to move to the PCH. A memorial service for Dan was held on Tuesday, January 8th, 2019 at 2:00 pm in the McCreary Gospel Church. Pastor Josiah Preuter officiated with interment following in the McCreary Municipal Cemetery. Should friends so desire, Memorial donations in memory of Dan may be made to the McCreary Drop in Center, McCreary, MB, R0J 1B0.

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1999 Nissan Maxima, very good condition. Call 204476-2877

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Apartment for rent. Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-3960988 _____________________ Churchill Block, Neepawa, apartment for rent. Available immediately. Phone or text 204-841-1298

Obituary Nick Kostenchuk Peacefully in the early morning hours of January 6, 2019 Nick Kostenchuk passed away with his wife Sophie by his side. Nick is lovingly remembered by his wife Sophie, daughter Donna and her husband Cam, son Ron and his wife Teresa, grandchildren Krista (Jeff), Meghan (Garett), Carla (Mike), Eric (Katharyn), Kyle (Kayla) along with six great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings Jean, Helen, George, Elsie, Nestor and Orest. As well as many nieces, nephews and family members.

Nick was born December 18, 1931 in Mountain Road. In July of 1955 he married his life partner Sophie, they were fortunate to spend sixty three and a half years together.

Dad was an loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and friend to all. He will surely be missed but always remembered in the fond memories we all share.

A Funeral Service in memory of Nick was held on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church Mountain Road.

Interment at the St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, those who so desire may make donations in memory of Nick to the Neepawa District Palliative Care at Box 1240, Neepawa MB R0J 1H0.

The family would like to extend our sincerest thanks to Dr. Ong, all other Doctors and staff at the Neepawa Hospital for the care they provided to Nick in the last few weeks.

Stanley Paul Bennett Stanley Paul Bennett was born on March 29, 1965 in Winnipeg, MB to Wesley and Yvonne Bennett.

Stan graduated from NACI in Neepawa, MB in 1983.

He attended Assiniboine Community College where he received a degree in Auto Mechanics. After driving semi truck for a few years, Stan worked as an auto mechanic until injury forced him into early retirement. He worked at Home Hardware in Brandon until he went to work for Piston Ring in Neepawa. Stan worked at Piston Ring until his sudden passing on January 3, 2019.

Stan was an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing and playing slo-pitch.

Stan was predeceased by his dad Wesley in 2006, his grandparents and numerous aunts and uncles.

He will be lovingly remembered by his mother Yvonne, his sister Martha (Richard) and their children Michael and Brianne, his brother Glenn (Candace) and their children Kaylin and Alexa along with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

A graveside service for Stan was held on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at 10:30 am in the McCreary Municipal Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 11:00 am in the McCreary Legion Hall.

The family would like to thank all who helped us through this trying time with their prayers, condolences, and generous donations of food. You will be in our hearts always.

Should friends so desire, donations may be made in memory of Stan to a charity of one's choice.

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

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All our love to a treasured wife, mom and nana!

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

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In Memory Elmer Pfeifer So much of him will never die But live on ever after As we loved you, so we miss you In our memory you are near Loved, remembered, longed for always Bringing many a silent tear.

Lovingly remembered by Connie, Terry, Tim, Todd and families

Obituary John Francis Allen 1931-2019

John passed away on January 11, 2019 at the Neepawa Hospital, after a lengthy battle with cancer.

John was born on the home farm at Elm Creek, MB to Tom & Mary (Forester) Allen.

He was the fourth of seven children. He farmed at Elm Creek until 1965, then bought the Neil Stewart farm at Glenella, were he resided until his passing. In 1966 he married Margaret Simm, and together they had two sons Lionel and Gordon-Andrew.

Left to cherish many years of memories are his wife Margaret; sons Lionel of Anola, MB, and Gordon-Andrew of Winnipeg; grandson Reece; granddaughters Taylor and Makayla; sisters Helen of Merritt, BC, and Nora of Duncan, BC; brother Fred (Doreen) of Carstairs, AB; sister in law Vicky Simm of Calgary, AB and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

John was predeceased by his parents Tom & Mary Allen; brother Jim (Marg) Allen; sister Grace (Joe) St Hilairie; brothers in law Peter Stoneman and John Wilbur; brother Dennis and parents in law Fred & Marjorie Simm.

John possessed a great sense of humour right up to a few days before his passing. Farming was his life and especially his herd of Black Angus cattle. It was a difficult decision and a sad day when they had to be sold. Thanks to Kolby for buying them and pasturing a few so John had some cows to “check”. Difficulty in mobility the last few years kept him from tinkering in his workshop, but his quad gave him the freedom to get around the yard, check cattle and sometimes just disappear.

He was extremely proud of his two sons. The grandchildren added a great deal of pleasure to his life.

He enjoyed reminiscing tales of his younger years and teasing them. Makayla especially enjoyed all his horse adventures.

He was a friend to all, loved to visit and reminisce of the good old threshing days.

He will be missed by many but is now pain free.

According to his wishes, cremation has taken place and no service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Neepawa Palliative Care.

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

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Obituary Kathleen (Kay) Hurrell It is with sadness and many memories that we announce the passing of our mom and grandma on Jan. 11, 2019 at Country Meadows PCH in Neepawa.

Mom is survived by her daughter Debbie and son Grant (Jo-Anne), grandkids Kelly (Kyle), Rob and Craig, brother Garnett Kolesar of Kelowna, BC as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Mom was predeceased by her husband Dennis, her parents Elsie and Steve and siblings Ruth, Harvey, Tom and Bernard.

Mom was born June 19, 1924 in Springhill, where she was raised and schooled. As a young woman, she moved to Neepawa where she held various jobs until she met dad and they married in 1952. In 1955 they were blessed with the arrival of daughter Debbie, followed by son Grant (Hymie) in 1958. As well as being a homemaker, she was secretary/bookkeeper for Dad's business. She enjoyed bowling, fishing, cards, as well as her volunteer work (many years at East View Lodge PCH, Meals on Wheels, Brownies).

Mom and Dad enjoyed the cabin at Sandy Lake for many years, as well as travelling and the odd gambling trip (5 cent slots only).

She enjoyed the many hours spent watching and playing with the grandkids as they grew. She was especially pleased when Kelly and Kyle were married this past August and she was able to take part in some of the festivities.

Cremation has taken place. Private interment will follow at a later date. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to Country Meadows PCH or a charity of your choice.

Mom/Grandma we are going to miss your fiesty spirt; that no doubt allowed you to live 94 and a half years on your terms.

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Help Wanted Employment Opportunity for

Automotive Technician

at Riverside Automotive in Laurier, MB. Applications for all levels will be accepted.

Please email resume to riverside@inetlink.ca

Broadfoot Fraser Agencies Autopac Customer Services Rep & General Insurance Broker Neepawa MB 41 Main St. E. Contact Dwight Kinley, Broadfoot Fraser Agencies Box 450, 6 Morris St. N. Gladstone, MB R0J0T0 dwight.broadfoot@mymts.net

Announcement Jarvis Trucking Ltd, Gladstone, MB.

Class 1 drivers & Owner Operators Operating super B grain hoppers, prairie provinces only.

Contact Steve, 204-385-3048 or 204-871-5139 Email kjarvisfarms@gmail.com

Office Reception/Chiropractic Assistant Permanent/Part Time

Seasonal T1 and/or Farm Tax Preparer Seasonal MNP is looking for enthusiastic individualsT1 to joinTax our teamPreparer in our Neepawa and Minnedosa offices as Seasonal T1/FarmSeasonal Tax Preparers.

T1 Tax Preparer MNP is looking for a enthusiastic individuals to join our team in our Neepawa and Minnedosa offices

as Seasonal T1include: Tax Preparers.

Responsibilities MNP is looking for a enthusiastic individuals to join our team in our Neepawa and Minnedosa offices • Prepare T1 Personal Tax Returns as Seasonal T1 Tax Preparers.

Responsibilities include: • Work as part of a team in a fast-paced energized group • Prepare T1 Personal Tax Returns •Responsibilities Set up client files assist with the completion of administrative work include: • Work as part of and a team in a fast-paced energized group •• Prepare T1 Personal Returns • Compilation and organization of client records of administrative work Set up client files andTax assist with the completion Worksmall as partbusiness of aorganization team and/or in a fast-paced energized • Prepare return group •• Compilation and offarm clienttax records ••

Set up client and assist with thetax completion Prepare smallfiles business and/or farm return of administrative work

Compilation and organization of client records The ideal• candidate: small business and/or farm tax return The •idealPrepare candidate: • Experience in Canadian personal income tax education and the preparation of T1s • Experience in Canadian personal income tax education and several years’ experience with •The Understanding of bookkeeping andwith record practices on manual and/or idealthe candidate: preparation of T1s; candidates a highkeeping level of experience andano formal postcomputerized system(s) • secondary Experienceeducation in Canadian income tax education and several years’ experience with willpersonal be considered the preparation of bookkeeping T1s; a high level practices of experience and no formal • Experience working with,candidates or exposure to, accounting and on taxasoftware suchpostas Profile, • Understanding of andwith record keeping manual and/or secondarySimply education will be considered computerized system(s) Quickbooks, Accounting and Tax Cycle is beneficial Understanding of bookkeeping and effective record keeping practices manual •• Experience working with,including or exposure to, accounting and tax on software suchand/or as Profile, • Strong computer literacy working skills of aMicrosoft Word and Excel

computerized system(s) Quickbooks and Simply Accounting is beneficial Experience working with, including or exposure to, accounting and tax software Word such as Strong computer literacy effective working skills of Microsoft andProfile, Excel Quickbooks and Simply Accounting is beneficial Our firm has been built on our core values of open communication, a balanced lifestyle and • Our Strong computer literacy including effective working skills of Microsoft Word and Excel firm hasthe been built on ourwe core valuestoofhave openfun communication, notion that expect at work. a balanced lifestyle and the notion that we expect to have fun at work.

Our firm has been built on our core values of open communication, a balanced lifestyle and the notion that we expect to have fun at work.

Heavy Duty Mechanic / Foreman Needed • Full time, wages, benefits & pension package • Service & Repair equipment, etc.

• Semi-truck and liquid bulk tankers / trailers • Read, Write & Complete work orders • Must Comply with Safety Policies • Strong skill set required • Multitasking & working well with team a must P: 204-571-3230 F: 204-571-3232 E: paulap@loyaltytransport.ca 2001-49th Street E. Brandon, MB

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Mid-West Planning District

JOB POSTING (OPEN COMPETITION) POSITION: The Mid-West Planning District is accepting applications for the full-time position of a Development Officer/ Building Inspector to commence in March of 2019.

DEPARTMENT: The Mid-West Planning District is a progressive planning district who provides service to the Rural Municipality of Ellice-Archie, Hamiota Municipality, Rural Municipality of Oakview and the Prairie View Municipality. The Main Office is located in Miniota Manitoba The successful candidate will join a professional, high functioning planning district.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: • The Development Officer will be responsible for the daily operation of the planning district.

• This position requires interaction with the general public by providing building code, planning/zoning application information to the general public and administration of the associated by-laws of the member municipalities of the planning district.

Training, as required, will be provided by the Mid-West Planning District.

QUALIFICATIONS THAT WOULD BE AN ASSET: • excellent interpersonal skills, • knowledge of the construction codes • Must have sufficient computer and keyboarding skills.

• Must have basic office skills.

• Experience in a planning district environment would be an asset.

• Valid driver’s license along with a licensed vehicle is required.

• Must have a Grade 12, G.E.D. or Mature High School Diploma.

SALARY: The applicant is required to state the expected salary.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and detailed resume, including three references, marked Development Officer Position no later than 4:00 P.M. January 31 2019.

Wayne J. Poppel, Secretary Treasurer P.O. Box 96, Miniota, MB R0M 1M0 devofficer@midwestplanning.ca A full job description may be obtained from the Mid-West Planning District.

Thank you to all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Mid-West Planning District

JOB POSTING (OPEN COMPETITION) POSITION: The Mid-West Planning District is accepting applications for the full-time position of an Assistant Development Officer/ Building Inspector to commence in March of 2019.

DEPARTMENT: The Mid-West Planning District is a progressive planning district who provides service to the Rural Municipality of Ellice-Archie, Hamiota Municipality, Rural Municipality of Oakview and the Prairie View Municipality. The Main Office is located in Miniota Manitoba The successful candidate will join a professional, high functioning planning district.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: • Will act under the direction of the Development Officer • This position requires interaction with the general public by providing building code, planning/zoning application information to the general public and administration of the associated by-laws of the member municipalities of the planning district.

Training, as required, will be provided by the Mid-West Planning District.

QUALIFICATIONS THAT WOULD BE AN ASSET: • excellent interpersonal skills, • knowledge of the construction codes • Must have sufficient computer and keyboarding skills.

• Must have basic office skills.

• Experience in a planning district environment would be an asset.

• Valid driver’s license along with a licensed vehicle is required.

• Must have a Grade 12, G.E.D. or Mature High School Diploma.

SALARY: The applicant is required to state the expected salary.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and detailed resume, including three references, marked Development Officer Position no later than 4:00 P.M. January 31 2019.

Wayne J. Poppel, Secretary Treasurer P.O. Box 96, Miniota, MB R0M 1M0 devofficer@midwestplanning.ca A full job description may be obtained from the Mid-West Planning District.

Thank you to all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Looking for friendly, professional individual, to join our team and provide superior customer service, while assisting the Doctors in all areas of office management.

Must thrive in a vibrant, busy environment. Is passionate about being part of a team that improves health and quality of lives for our patients. Must be proficient in computer skills and applications, social media and communications. Must have strong verbal and communication skills, with fluency in English. Ability to prioritize, manage time efficiently, and be flexible in the work environment. Previous experience in health care or Chiropractic an asset.

Only applicants looking for permanent, part time employment will be reviewed.

Position will be approximately 13-15 hours a week including Saturday mornings and would need to be available to cover for employee holidays.

Please submit a cover letter with your resume. Please email resumes to neepawachiropractic@gmail.com, send to Neepawa Chiropractic Cenre, Box 1523, Neepawa, MB. R0J 1H0, or drop off at the Neepawa Chiropractic Office at 487 Mountain Avenue.

We will be accepting resumes until Mon Jan 21, 2019 Thank you in advance for your interest in this position.

Mid-West Planning District

JOB POSTING (OPEN COMPETITION) POSITION: The Mid-West Planning District is accepting applications for a temporary/full time Office Assistant with the potential of being a permanent full-time position, to commence in February of 2019.

DEPARTMENT: The Mid-West Planning District is a progressive planning district who provides service to the Rural Municipality of Ellice-Archie, Hamiota Municipality, Rural Municipality of Oakview and the Prairie View Municipality. The Main Office is located in Miniota Manitoba SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: • Will act under the direction of the office manager and will be required to perform general office duties.

QUALIFICATIONS THAT WOULD BE AN ASSET: • excellent interpersonal skills, • Must have sufficient computer and keyboarding skills.

• Must have basic office skills.

• Valid driver’s license along with a licensed vehicle is required.

• Must have a Grade 12, G.E.D. or Mature High School Diploma.

SALARY: The applicant is required to state the expected salary.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and detailed resume, including three references, marked Development Officer Position no later than 4:00 P.M. January 31 2019.

Wayne J. Poppel, Secretary Treasurer P.O. Box 96, Miniota, MB R0M 1M0 devofficer@midwestplanning.ca A full job description may be obtained from the Mid-West Planning District.

Thank you to all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Agro Sales Manager

Parkway Co-op, Roblin MB • Position requires a strong background in Agronomy, Ag Equip. and Petroleum Sales & Customer Service.

• Develop and implement a customer communication plan, providing relevant, timely, accurate information on agronomy, petroleum products, and services available • Strong skills in any of the following areas are an asset; Crop Inputs, Petroleum, Livestock equip. and Grain storage & Handling.

• We offer a highly competitive compensation program, a comprehensive benefits package.

Contact: Parkway Co-op, Box 729 Roblin MB R0L 1P0 Attn: Lawrie Lungal, HR Mgr E: l.lungal@parkwaycoop.com Ph: 204-937-6414

Freightliner Manitoba is pleased to announce that Blair Purvis has accepted the position as Account Manager for our Brandon, MB location. Blair’s territory will consist of all areas of Manitoba, West of Portage La Prairie.

Blair looks forward to reacquainting himself with many of his former customers and friends from his 25+ years in the Ag Sector.

Blair’s Ph: 1-204-726-0000 Cell: 1-204-761-2999

Help Wanted

FOODS Meat Cutters/Production Personnel Our people, perseverance, integrity, and exceptional partnerships have led HyLife to becoming Canada’s leading pork producer and global exporter of high quality pork products. The growing demand for our pork in Japan and China means we need exceptional people to help deliver our company vision. We have expanded our Neepawa facility to increase our overall production by 15% and in turn created new jobs throughout the company.

As a Meat Cutter/Production Personnel you will be a critical member of our team in the creation of our world class product. Our positions range from working on our slaughter production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between! With our wide variety of jobs, excellent people, and our drive for innovation you will certainly find a job that suits you!

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to: • Slaughter and eviscerate hogs for further processing • Harvest and package edible offal • Process pork carcasses into primal cuts • Butcher and package pork primal cuts into value added specifications for local, national and international premium markets • Carry out other tasks related to processing of meat for shipping to customers or storage • Sanitation People who will succeed as members of our team will: • Enjoy working in a fast paced, stable long term work environment • Appreciate working in a culturally diverse workplace. We employ people from all over the world!

• Treat people with dignity and respect • Open to working in colder/warmer environments • Physically Fit • Experience as an industrial butcher or trimmer is an asset

Current starting wage is $14.50/hour plus $1.00 per hour perfect attendance incentive!

Wage scale extends to $21.55/hour We believe that our success is founded on the strength of our team.

As such, we place a great deal of emphasis on attracting, developing and retaining good people, and consider every one of our employees to be a highly-valued member of the HyLife family. To that end, we are committed to providing a working environment that not only fosters personal growth, but also recognizes our employees’ contributions towards the common goal of our company’s success because of this 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://hylife.com/current-opportunities/ or email to jobs@hylife.com or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0.

We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted

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Notice

Real Estate

Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne Public Notice

Open Concept with Walkout Basements

NEW Homes For Sale

Ratepayers of the Municipality of Glenella – Lansdowne are hereby advised that the following RATES OF DISCOUNTS will be allowed on payment of 2019 taxes: January .....................3% June ........................PAR February ................2.5% July .........................PAR March........................2% August ....................PAR April .......................1.5% September ..............PAR May ...........................1% October ...................PAR

Construction 2+2 Bedroom, $235k

RAINKIE’S SEWAGE SERVICE

3+3 Bedroom, $245k

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2+2 Bedroom with attached garage $265k

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3+3 Bedroom with attached garage $270k

476-2483

The amount will be calculated based on your previous year’s tax amount.

The 2019 Tax Bills will not be mailed until June 2019.

Any balances owing will be due October 31, 2019.

Wendy Wutzke, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne

Lots are located on Emma St., McGill St. and Adelaide St.

TURTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION

Contact Jamie Suski at 204-761-4223 email: bignrich2.0@gmail.com www.facebook.com/Neepawa-New-Homes

Kindergarten Registration for the 2019 Fall Term will be held during the regular school hours between January 21 and March 22, 2019 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, 2014 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 Inscription à la maternelle Kindergarten Registration L’inscription à la maternelle à temps plein aura lieu du 21 janvier au 22 mars, 2019.

Tous les enfants qui sont nés avant le 31 décembre, 2014 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 pré-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 21st to March 22nd, 2019.

All children born on or before December 31st, 2014 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 Jr. K-8 French Immersion school and provide an excellent education in both official languages.

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The benefits of a smart home are numerous and will likely only multiply as people utilize more devices.

• Time: A recent joint survey from CNET and Coldwell Banker found that 57 per cent of Americans say that smart home technology saves them an average of 30 minutes per day. That’s an especially beneficial advantage for busy parents and/ or professionals who find it difficult to juggle all of their daily responsibilities.

• Money: Another benefit to smart homes is their cost savings. Because devices can be controlled remotely, smart home owners can adjust the temperatures on their heating and cooling units while away from home. That means they can arrive home each night to a comfortable home without having to run

their HVAC systems all day while no one was home. In fact, the CNET/Coldwell Banker survey found 45 per cent of Americans say that smart home products save them an average of $98.30 each month.

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Smart homes are both the present and the future. Homeowners who want to make their homes more livable today and more marketable tomorrow should consider investing in smart home products.

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Minnedosa Ski Valley a hotspot in the cold weather

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Minnedosa’s Ski Valley was a popular venue on Friday, Jan. 4, as skiers of all ages came out to use the slopes. Participants were lined up to use the chair lift on the very busy afternoon.

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4U Home Decor has completed its move and officially reopened on Monday, Jan. 7. Formerly found inside the It’s Time building, Darryn Cameron’s business can now be found in the old Neepawa Press building, where it coexists with Art & Soul.

Cameron is hoping to bring in more traffic now that he’s on Mountain Avenue, the “main” street, and to promote arts in the community. Not only this, but the two small businesses sharing expenses should help them bring down operational costs and make more money. In addition, those who already go to 4U Home Decor for collectibles will get to experience the works of Art & Soul and vice-versa, providing a unique experience to those who come in.

For Art & Soul, Gwen Baryla stated this also means more consistent hours, as Cameron will be at the location Monday through Friday. The volunteer staff may then work other hours when needed. Art & Soul is still planning on providing classes after the transition and organization periods have ended. Baryla stated that Art & Soul is excited about the move.

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Neepawa RCMP 50th celebration to benefit community

The Neepawa RCMP not only contributes to the community by keeping it safe, they also have a history of supporting the community fund that doles out grants to many local projects and organizations every year. Most recently, the local RCMP have partnered with the Beautiful Plains Community Foundation (BPCF) to host a Gala Ball coming up in September.

Brenda Kryschuk, executive director of the BPCF, noted that the ball will be held on Sept. 21 at the Yellowhead Centre. “The gala will feature guest speakers from the RCMP and the BPCF, a live band, dancing and an amazing meal,” Kryschuk divulged.

“The event will be semi-formal. We will have invited guests, but anyone will be able

to attend,” she added.

Sgt. Mark Morehouse, of the Neepawa RCMP, noted that the force has reached out to some of the RCMP executive, including the Commissioner, who they hope might be their guest speaker. They have also invited current and former RCMP officers, who will all be dressed in their formal, red uniforms, but he stressed that it’s open for all to attend. “The more the merrier, it’s open to the general public,” Morehouse said. “We hope to have anywhere between 300 to 500 people. The hall can hold 500 people, so we’d like to fill it up.”

Multiple reasons to celebrate The ball has two big milestones it will be celebrating. “2019 is the 50th [year] of the RCMP being in Neepawa. The gala is being held to celebrate that anniversary,”

Gladstone Elks Club celebrates 70 years

Kryschuk explained, adding, “the 25th anniversary for the BPCF is in 2020.”

According to records from the Neepawa Press archives, Neepawa’s local police service was taken over by the RCMP on April 1, 1969. The town had their own police force for 85 years before the changeover, but Neepawa Town Council had been considering employing the RCMP. Fast forward 25 years and BPCF enters Neepawa. “The BPCF was incorporated in July of 1994. The first Town Hall meeting was held on March 23, 1995,” Kryschuk stated. “The [RCMP] Regimental Ball was one of the Foundation’s first fundraisers. With the first Regimental Ball held in 1996 and the second and last was held in 2003,” she explained.

The 1996 ball was not only one of BPCF’s first fundraisers, it was one of the largest

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in its early years. The event itself raised $2,500 for the foundation, with an additional $31,000 from private donors coming in during the evening. More than one third of BPCF’s total funds raised from 1994 to 1996 was from that ball.

All proceeds from this year’s event will go to the Community Foundation. BPCF has a large Community Fund that grows every year, regardless of how much money they give out in annual grants. All the grants come from the interest the Community Fund makes, which means every dollar donated keeps contributing to the community year after year. BPCF has doled out more than $2 million in grants to projects and organizations in the Town of Neepawa and the rural municipalities of Rosedale, Glenella-Lansdowne and the Langford portion of North Cypress-Langford.

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In November, the Gladstone Elks Club recognized members for their long service with the organization.

They also celebrated the 70th anniversary of the Gladstone club. Recognized for their service were Don McCulloch (65 years), Tom Freeborn (60 years), Ed Sklar (45 years), Herman Hofer (40 years) and Dave Kohlenberg (5 years).

Above: Past president of the Manitoba Elks, Herman Hofer (left), presented Don McCulloch with certificate to mark his 65 year membership with the service club.

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