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Neepawa hires new fire chief

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

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Top picture: A volunteer for the Manitoba Maple Syrup Festival pours out a line of maple syrup to make taffy.

The Town of Neepawa has hired a new fire chief. Yves Guillas has taken over the position from Scott Gibson, effective immediately. Guillas has over 20 years of accumulated experience as the deputy chief and has also previously served as the interim fire chief back in 2005. His earliest work with the Neepawa Fire Department began in the late ‘70s, when his father, Alban Guillas was chief.

Neepawa mayor Adrian de Groot said having someone with the amount of expertise that Guillas has stepping into the position should ensure that the transition is as seamless as possible. “[Guillas] has a vast amount of experience. He has been a big part of the department for several years. He has also had the responsibility of doing some of the training. [The town administration] is very confident that he has the capacity to do the job and make the transition as smooth as possible.

My understanding, as well, is that he’s quite excited about this opportunity.

He has a vision for the future of the department and some of the ideas he brings in are exciting,” stated de Groot.

Guillas noted that he’s looking forward to the challenge and putting his stamp on the department.

“This is not only an opportunity to continue the great work that Scott [Gibson] has started, but also a chance to build off of it,” noted Guillas. “Considering what is going on with the department this year with new fire truck and the planning for the new firehall, there are many opportunities that we can build from. There’s also such a great bunch of people connected to the department who put themselves on the line to protect this community. I’m very proud to be associated with them.”

Gibson, who has been chief for the past 12 years, recently decided to step down to focus on priorities outside of the job. He will, however, remain with the department as a volunteer. Gibson said he has enjoyed his time as chief and looks forward to continuing to serve the community on the fire department, only in an altered capacity.

This transition follows closely on the heels of another recent change as leisure services manager Amanda Novak informed the Town that she would be stepping down and moving on to a position with the Manitoba division of the MS Society of Canada.

Town administration has indicated to the Banner that Novak will assist them through the transition period as the search for a new individual to step into the role takes place.

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Local celebrations for Canadian Film Day

By Kate Jackman-Atkinson The Neepawa Banner Canada has a rich history of film excellence and this month, area residents will have the chance to see some of these movies, free of charge. Presented

by REEL Canada, National Canadian Film Day is an event which helps secure the rights for community groups to show Canadian films at no charge on one day only, April 19, 2017.

While the event has been held for a few years, for 2017, the group aimed to make this year’s Canadian Film Day bigger and better than ever, in honour of Canada’s 150th anniversary.

It has been designated a Signature 150 Project and will be the world’s largest film festival, with more than 1,700 screenings of Canadian films taking place across the country and even around the world.

Locally, many groups are participating, offering a variety of free screenings to celebrate community and Canadian film. In Neepawa, The Neepawa Public Library will be showing Room at 1:30 p.m.

Room was the winner of the Best Actress Oscar for Brie Larson and nominated for four Academy Awards in total. It’s an adaptation of Emma Donoghue’s best-selling novel, which follows a young mother and her son as they make an escape after years of captivity. At 7:30, the

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Neepawa Roxy Theatre will be showing One Week.

The film follows Ben Tyler (Joshua Jackson), a young guy with a comfortable life, a good job as an English teacher and a sensible fiancée. When his doctor unexpectedly tells him he has cancer and “maybe two years, maybe one week” to live, instead of starting treatment, he decides to buy a motorcycle and head out west. It’s a classic road trip movie featuring lots of Canadian icons, and a few Manitoba sights, as Ben journeys from Toronto to Tofino.

In Carberry, the Carberry/North Cypress Langford Library is presenting Inside Hana’s Suitcase, at 7:00 pm. The poignant documentary is based on the internationally acclaimed book Hana’s Suitcase, which tells the tale of George and Hana Brady, two young children who grew up in pre-WWII Czechoslovakia and the terrible hardships they endured because they were Jewish. When Fumiko Ishioka, a teacher in Japan, requests artifacts from a Holocaust museum to illustrate the history of WWII to her students, one item she receives is a suitcase labelled “Hana Brady.”

As she and her students unravel Hana’s story, the film seamlessly transports audiences through

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In Erickson, the library will be presenting three animated shorts, starting at 3:30 pm. The afternoon will kick off with The Sweater, an animated short based on bestselling author Roch Carrier story of the most mortifying moment of his childhood.

At a time when all his friends worshipped Maurice "Rocket" Richard and wore his number 9 Canadiens hockey jersey, the boy was mistakenly sent a Toronto Maple Leafs jersey from Eaton's. Unable to convince his mother to send it back, he must face his friends wearing the colours of the opposing team. This short is an NFB classic that appeals to hockey lovers of all ages.

The second film, The Cat Came Back, in an Oscarnominated short about a humorous song that tells the silly tale of a man who

just can't get rid of an unwanted cat. The final film is Runaway, in which gleeful train passengers cavort to a jaunty jazz score in this fun animation, but when their driver disappears, the careless ride turns darkly funny.

In Wasagaming, Clear Lake Country will be presenting Anne of Green Gables at 5:00 p.m. at the Riding Mountain National Park Visitor Centre. In this Canadian classic set in turn-of-the-20th-century Prince Edward Island, siblings Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert decide to take in an orphaned boy to help them on their farm.

Instead, they get frecklefaced, red-haired Anne Shirley. The stubborn and outspoken 11-yearold girl’s fiery spirit and imagination are sure to turn life upside down on the peaceful island, and add a lot of love into the Cuthberts’ lives.

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Ben Tyler (Joshua Jackson) is a young guy with a comfortable life, a good job as an English teacher and a sensible fiancée. When his doctor unexpectedly tells him he has cancer and “maybe two years, maybe one week” to live, Ben’s only chance is to start treatment immediately. Instead, he decides to buy a motorcycle and head out west. A classic road trip movie featuring lots of Canadian icons (including a few familiar sights from Manitoba), One Week follows Ben’s journey from Toronto to Tofino.

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he reality of balancing the provincial budget is looming large these days.

The budget was announced on Tuesday, but several days ahead of that, the PC government made an announcement that may have huge implications. They announced that there would only be three hospitals in Winnipeg with acute emergency services.

Amazingly enough, there was only a muted response from the opposition and among the general public, there was a bit of shock but also a resigned realization that having six emergency rooms in a city the size of Winnipeg isn’t sustainable.

What was very telling is that the first words out of the union leaders’ mouths were about job security and then as an after thought, they said they were concerned about the patients.

It was interesting that health officials, some of them the same ones that had served for years under the NDP came out in favour of the move. Wonder what they had been telling the NDP for years? Of course, listening to analysis or common sense was not a major trait of the NDP. They, and the public service unions, preferred to keep on spending in spite of all the indications that rising health spending was no longer sustainable.

The NDP decried the closure of some ERs, saying people would now have to travel 20 minutes to get to an ER. Wow! Twenty whole minutes. Wonder where those same people were when 20 rural ERs were closed over the years.

The NDP and the unions didn’t seem to have much objection when ERs closed in Gladstone and Rivers and McCreary. They

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Ken Waddell didn’t have much to say when ERs closed temporarily in places like Killarney, Minnedosa and Virden.

They didn’t say a word when it became common practice that the only place you could deliver a baby in South-western Manitoba was Neepawa and Brandon.

Funny thing, eh?

Now the people of Winnipeg have to endure what rural Manitoba has been enduring for 10-15 years. No wonder the protest is muted so far. It would seem, at first glance that the move to shift responsibilities for various levels of care needs has been long overdue. It would seem that the change may well be a very good thing for sustainability. In addition, Winnipeg has a strong ambulance service and quiet frankly, if you are in tough shape medically for whatever reason, you may be better off in the care of a paramedic crew who have lots of experience than you might be at an emergency room that is under staffed.

When it comes to staffing, there has been a problem for years. Every time you talk to someone who is responsible for scheduling, they will tell you it is tough to arrange shifts. Willing and conscientious health care workers are taking double shifts

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and 12 hour shifts. Meanwhile, the schedulers are hearing every excuse in the books. An immediate audit should be taken of all the absences in the last six months and the stated excuses.

Maybe there is no story there, but from all the absence excuses I have heard over many years, I think some people need to decide if they really want their job or not. A job, especially a health care job, needs to take priority over some of the stated absence excuses I have heard about.

There are rumblings that the PC Manitoba government is planning a carbon tax. That should warm the cockles of the hearts at the NDP party, the Winnipeg Free Press, the CBC and the unions.

I promised one of my political friends that should carbon tax be implemented I will keep an open mind. For about five minutes!

And then it had better be a good argument or I will oppose it. A carbon tax is utter nonsense. We don’t have a carbon problem in Manitoba. We hardly have carbon problem in Canada but we seem hell-bent on punishing good environmental behaviour with a carbon tax. It’s not likely to be carbon tax, it will be a deficit reduction tax and as such, we need to be honest about that.

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ike an impending disaster, the housing market in two of Canada’s largest cities is hard to take your eyes off of. While we may be watching from a safe distance, one way or another, it’s going to have an impact across the country.

A decade ago, our decision to move back to Manitoba was prompted in part by the high housing prices in Vancouver. Over the last 10 years, prices have only climbed higher— In January 2016, the average price for detached hous- MY es in the Lower PERSPECTIVE Mainland (which includes more than just the City of Vancouate ver), hit a high of $1.83 million, ackman tkinson well beyond the reach of most average homeowners.

In B.C., two new taxes were introduced last year to help try and bring prices down. One is a higher tax rate on the portion of a home's selling price above $2 million and the second, a 15 per cent tax on foreign home buyers in Metro Vancouver, which covers 21 municipalities. The taxes seem to be having the intended effect, in January 2017, prices saw a 17.8 per cent decrease to an average of $1.5 million.

With the situation in Vancouver cooling, attention has turned to Toronto, where words such as “bubble” and “dizzying” are being increasingly used to describe the real estate market. Recent real estate reports show that compared to March 2016, homes in the Greater Toronto Area sold for 33.2 per cent more in March 2017. In comparison, nothing else in the economy has risen that much: economic output rose about 2.3 per cent on an annualized basis, hourly wages for those aged 25 to 54 rose by 1.7 per cent in the last year and the Canadian stock market put in extremely strong results, rising 21 per cent in 2016.

In March, the average price for a home in the Greater Toronto Area was $916,576. This price includes detached homes, condos and townhouses across the region. The average price for a detached home in the City of Toronto was $1.6 million in March. In comparison, a slew of luxury homes sold in Winnipeg last year, pushing the average home price over $300,000.

Like in Vancouver, many point to an influx of offshore money as one of the drivers behind high prices. As one person put it, overseas investors are using Canadians homes as gold bars, a safe place to park their money while they ride out turbulence in other financial instruments. Not only that, with such rapidly rising housing prices, people are buying homes with the sole intention of speculating in the market.

The problem is that using homes as purely financial investments creates a slew of problems. When homes are taken out of the housing market, for either ownership or rental, that city’s residents are left scrambling to find housing. Additionally, vacant homes hollow out neighbourhoods and impact local businesses expecting to have residents to serve.

For comparison’s sake, Farm Credit Canada just release their report on average farmland values in 2016. Last year, Canadian farm land rose in value by 7.9 per cent. FCC divides the country into 51 regions and in seven of those, there were no increases in value. In Manitoba, the value of farmland rose by 8.1 per cent.

Perhaps the difference is that farmland’s value is much more closely tied to the value of what it can generate. J.P. Gervais, FCC’s chief agricultural economist, cautioned producers not to become overly confident in the rising values, noting that crop receipts have increased at a slower rate than farmland values over the past few years. Such a reality isn’t present in home prices, whose value is limited only to how much someone will pay for it ,and when the prospective purchases aren’t just those making a living in that area, the ceiling becomes much higher.

The GTA is home to 6.418 million people, just under 18 per cent of the entire population of Canada. Right now, both the Ontario and federal governments are being called upon to help cool the Toronto market and its safe to say that whatever changes comes, either through government intervention or market correction, will have a ripple effect throughout the country. It’s the elephant in our country’s real estate room.

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his past Sunday (April 9), flags at federal buildings, RCMP detachments, Legion halls and other similar buildings flew at half-mast.

This simple act marked the 100th anniversary of one of the bloodiest battles in Canada’s military history—the WWI Battle of Vimy Ridge.

In just four days, Canadians achieved what British and French armies had failed to do. They took the ridge and they held it— something few observers expected them to do. The Germans were the most skeptical of all. “Send the Canadians,” they dared the Allies. “Those who survive the battle will fit into a rowboat.” That was just the challenge the Canadians needed.

In the introduction to his book on Vimy Ridge, historian Pierre Berton tells of a Canadian soldier who, in a letter written to his dad, spoke of the immense pride he saw of those who wore the Maple leaf on their uniforms. “All we ask,” he wrote, “is that we should not be drafted

FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein in with the Regular Battalions. We would be better by ourselves. We want to show by our own efforts that Canadians are as good as (everyone else).”

Well, they got their wish—and they stood the test; but at a terrible price. Canadians sustained 10,602 casualties of which 3,958 were fatal. Of those who died, 3,000 lie buried on French soil, close to the site of the battle in which they fought. Today, a huge marble memorial stands atop the ridge where this battle took place.

The Battle of Vimy Ridge was a defining moment in Canada’s history. It was far more than just another hard-fought victory. This battle had been planned, fought and won

by Canadian soldiers under Canadian command; and the world had learned

that in military operations, whatever the assignment, Canadians would get the job done or die trying.

Our heroics at Vimy earned for us the right to go to war when we chose to do so and on terms that we, through our elected representatives, would set. That is a right we have asserted ever since. It was paid for by the blood of our citizens; and it is a right we must never surrender.

While Vimy was certainly a defining moment for Canada and Canadians, it was not the most defining moment in human history.

That moment happened 2,000 years ago when God’s only begotten son, a man who had done nothing to deserve death, hung on a cross and died to pay the wages of sin (death—see Romans 6:23) for all humanity. His death atoned

for every act of sin—past, present and future—and made it possible for you, for me, and for all people to be forgiven, to have our past record erased, to be welcomed into God’s family and to be granted eternal life.

The soldiers at Vimy Ridge gave their lives so that we could live in a land where people live in peace with their neighbors and where all people can achieve their goals in this life.

Christ died so that you and I could have peace with God—a peace that he gives to all who believe in him— a peace that comes from within, a peace that fills us and that enables us to be at peace within ourselves and to live in peace with those around us.

The peace won at Vimy lasted less than 30 years.

It still eludes us.

The peace God gives will last forever—once given, it will never die and can never be taken from us. That is the peace we celebrate today (Good Friday).

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he times they are a changing. There was a time when I carried a pocket size day minder with me, the Reader’s Digest one was my favourite – loved the monthly layout and space for notes. Well, I have embraced technology.

My trusty cell phone, out dated by most standards, is my go-to. It now holds my appointments, my telephone numbers, my fitness goals and attainments and my games. All that in one little package. I am doing okay with it. Know how to enter events, scroll ahead for months and months, and prevent most double booking. I have not mastered split screen so am not certain if I could actually be in dialogue and check availability. That’s fine, for I know how to text the caller and verify details after the conversation has been completed.

I love the health app and am using only a minor

HOMEBODIES Rita Friesen portion of the program. I measure my dog walking steps. On average, Henry Hoover and Miss Daisy and I gallop between 7,000 and 9,000 steps a day. According to the records, we are in the top 20 percentile of all users of this app. Not bad for an old girl and two aging dogs! I am certain that there are a zillion other apps I could and perhaps should learn, but small steps!

I love my computer.

Mostly work related, I have learned how to create, and fill, file folders. Basic ones – Homebodies, sermons, and funerals- I don’t lose or misplace many! I need to get more organized with

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his week is one of the most important weeks in Christian history. It is not only celebrating new life on the farms, fresh leaves on the trees and hotcrossbuns for breakfast, or chocolate eggs and bunnies.

Someone died a cruel death on a cross. Not just anybody. It was somebody who was innocent of any crime and He hang between two criminals. Christ was willing

miscellaneous, that folder is convoluted, difficult to find what I know I put in there.

Then there is the wonder of Facebook. I love the contact I maintain with a sister based in Australia but all over the world, a daughter in France, grandchildren all over the prairies and friends far and near. I appreciate the tech support offered by my grandchildren! Here at home, my granddaughter keeps my phone functioning and for the computer, well, the grandson near by has all my information (totally trust him!), and can log on to the very screen that is confounding me. Calm me

down, talk me through – for my lack of knowledge for the correct technical term can be frustrating- and solve my computer problem, “No, grandma, if they deleted your hard drive, you would not be seeing what you are seeing.” With a few clicks, I am back to my beloved home page.

Cars have become more technical. Ed could repair or improvise any nonfunctioning feature in an automobile. One vehicle we drove literally had a strip of electrical tape blocking a non applicable warning light. A fix of sorts!

Now, when I have flashing lights and warnings, it a grandson-in-law that talks me down and walks me through. Thank you.

I embrace advancement.

I try to understand the need for the growing edge of technology. Now I need to learn how to activate a tracking beeper on my phone.

to give His live as punishment for the sins of mankind.

He was obedient to His Father. God so loved the world that He sent His Son to pay that penalty so that we can be reconciled to a relationship with God if we so decide to do.

However, Jesus Christ knew that He would rise from the dead and be with the Father in Heaven again. He arose. He is alive for evermore.

Let us rejoice and be glad for what Jesus Christ has done for us.

Enjoy a blessed Easter.

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CFIB celebrates a new era of open trade The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) applauds the federal and provincial governments for ironing out a new internal trade deal that aims to remove trade barriers within Canada. The Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) is such a major step towards resolving often conflicting rules and regulations across provinces that CFIB will be presenting the Trade Ministers involved with a special edition Golden Scissors Award for helping eradicate red tape on Canada’s small businesses.

“Delivering a modern, ambitious trade deal is a gift to the country as it celebrates its 150th Birthday,” said Laura Jones, Executive Vice-President at CFIB. “CFTA delivers on many of the things we have been seeking for years. Eighty-seven per cent of CFIB members wanted the Premiers to commit to reducing trade barriers within Canada. There is more to do to eliminate some silly, irritating rules but the deal creates an innovative framework that we haven’t had before to get outstanding red tape issues resolved.”

A modern approach to trade One of the more consequential changes in the new agreement is what’s referred to as the negative list approach. The prior Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT) required provinces and territories to list all the goods and services which they allowed to be traded. Under the new trade deal, provinces will only list items they want excluded from the deal, which will set ‘open trade’ as the default position.

“The new negative list approach also brings a greater level of transparency that will make an enormous difference in the way small businesses will be able to trade,” said Corinne Pohlmann, Senior Vice-President of National Affairs and Partnerships. “It brings CFTA in-line with the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with Europe. Prior to this new strategy, it was possible for European companies to have better access to Canadian trade opportunities than a business in a neighbouring province.”

Also similar to CETA, many provincial and territorial governments have expanded their procurement , by making approximately $4.7B of new-procurement opportunities available across Canada. Federal, provincial and territorial governments have also agreed to work towards posting tender notices to a singlepoint of access, making it easier to find procurement opportunities across the country.

In a 2015 report, CFIB found that 31 per cent of small business owners trading goods or workers in or out of their own province were frustrated with the often conflicting provincial rules and regulations they faced. The report outlined a new approach to internal free trade and the new CFTA seems to have taken into account the top priorities for small business, including a mechanism to address the regulatory differences that act as needless barriers to trade and investment within Canada.

“It’s ridiculously frustrating for manufacturers that varying regulations force them to adapt their machinery to produce different sized dairy creamers for different provincial jurisdictions,” explained Pohlmann. “Or that Ontario construction workers looking for work outside the province must relearn how to avoid falling because their ‘fall arrest’ training is not recognized in different jurisdictions.”

“While the agreement is ambitious, we look at it as just the beginning,” assured Jones. “We will be closely monitoring its progress particularly with respect to the table set up to deal with red tape barriers. We look forward to continuing our work with the federal, provincial and territorial governments to maintain this momentum.”

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European settlers This year, Canada is celebrating 150 years since Confederation (the Sesquicentennial). I thought I would spend the next several months showcasing some historic recipes in Canada’s honour.

With the help of an energetic Manitoban, Sir Clifford Sifton, Minister of the Interior from 1896 to 1905, and lots of enticing advertisements, immigrants began to find their way to the Canadian Prairies. Sifton strongly believed that sturdy European immigrants were the best settlers for the challenging Prairies, because of their familiarity with agriculture, rural lifestyles and harsh climates. He disliked the idea of urban settlements and sought the development of Prairie homesteads. He promoted the immigration of groups like the Ukrainians, Hungarians, Scandinavians, Romanians, Polish and Dutch over the more traditional British immigrants.

Huge numbers of Europeans responded. The largest single immigrant group was the Ukrainians, who now constitute over 11 per cent of the population and are an important part of Manitoban culture.

The immigrants faced many new difficulties when they came to Canada. A new language, new customs and a whole new way of life. They were not always welcomed with their different ways. Many children started school not knowing a word of English. Some were not treated with compassion, but in many schools, kindness and common sense were alive and the walls of hostility were broken down. With our new immigrants came ample varieties of food. Our cookbooks are a happy mingling of many ethnic origins. Who does not look forward to a church perogi supper, a steaming bowl of borsch, Oktoberfest sausage and sauerkraut, Hungarian goulash, Norwegian Lefse or a crunchy Polish dill. It does not get more Canadian than that!

Kapusta-Sauerkraut soup 3 cups sauerkraut, rinsed 1/2 -1 lb. pork ribs 2 carrots, sliced 8 cups water dill or parsley 2 bay leaves 2 tbsp. flour to thicken 1 tsp. caraway seeds 1/4 cup water 1 medium onion salt and pepper to taste 2-3 cloves garlic, minced 2-3 medium potato, cubed Place ribs, water, bay leaves, caraway in a large pot.

Bring to boil, turn heat down and simmer for 1 hour or until meat is tender. Remove meat. Strain stock. Return meat back to stock. Add the onion, garlic, potato, sauerkraut, carrot and dill to the stock. Simmer for 30 minutes. Add the flour to the water and stir into soup.

Cook for a few minutes and add salt and pepper to taste. Serve.

Pepparkakor (Swedish ginger snaps) 1 tsp. baking soda 1 cup brown sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 cup butter 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 Tbsp. molasses 1 1/2 tsp. ginger 1 egg, well beaten 1/2 tsp. cloves 1 1/2 cups flour Cream butter and sugar together. Add the molasses and egg. In another bowl, mix all the dry ingredients.

Add to the creamed mix in two additions. Chill dough in refrigerator for several hours or overnight. Remove a portion of dough and roll out on a floured surface very thin. Cut with floured cookie cutter. Place on lightly greased cookie sheets at 375° oven for 6-8 minutes.

If they are rolled thin they will not take long to cook.

Remove to cooling racks to cool.

Community event honours excellence, volunteerism

By Kate Jackman-Atkinson The Neepawa Banner Each year, the Neepawa Rotary Club recognizes outstanding Rotarians and community members at their annual Paul Harris Night, but for 2017, they have something a little extra special planned. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Rotary Foundation and in honour of the milestone, this year’s banquet will offer a full slate of inspirational speakers and community members.

This year’s event, planned for April 27 at the Neepawa Legion Hall, will feature two guest speakers, Marilou McPhedran and the Honourable Janice C. Filmon. McPhedran, a graduate of Neepawa Area Collegiate, is a human rights lawyer, Director of the Institute for International Women's Rights at the University of Win-

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Later in the evening, Lakehouse will present Fubar, at 7 p.m. This hilarious mockumentary is based on the lives of lifelong friends and headbangers Terry and Dean, who’ve devoted their lives to the important arts of beer, heavy metal, and, well, breaking stuff. These two mullet-sporting, beerchugging Alberta-based headbangers are the subject of a fictional documentary by Ferral Mitchner, a filmmaker who follows Terry and Dean as they explore the depths of their friendship through a series of unexpected twists and turns. A fun, hilarious, and unforgettable trip into the minds of two of Canada’s most beloved comic rogues.

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nipeg and a senator in the Canadian Senate. Filmon is the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba. Rotary president Don Schmall explained that McPhedran is a former Rotarian and will be talking a bit about the Rotary Foundation. Filmon will be speaking about the importance of volunteerism and its ties to a healthy community.

In addition to the guest speakers, two community members will be given Paul Harris Fellowships. The Tony Otten award winner will be Rotarian Nikki Free and a special community fellowship will be given to Halli Krzyzaniak, a member of the 2016-2017 National Women’s Hockey team. A Paul Harris Fellowship recognizes a $1,000 donation to the Rotary Foundation and in these cases, the Tony Otten bequest and the Neepawa Rotary Club, respectively, are making the donations in recognition of these individuals’ outstanding commitment to the Club or the community. Tony Otten was a local business person and a Neepawa Rotarian who

pawa residents to take part in international projects, such as a recent Vocational Training Team exchange in which Neepawa teacher Ron Nordstrom travelled to Guatemala to help train teachers at a rural school.

Schmall explained that anyone can donate to the Foundation and donations are tax deductible. Additionally, any donations to the Rotary Foundation are matched by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

While most years the Paul Harris Night is open to Rotarians and invited guests, Schmall explained that this year, in honour of the Foundation’s milestone and Canada’s 150, they want to extend the invitation to the entire community. “We’d like to make it a community event,” he said.

The Neepawa Rotary Club Paul Harris Night will take place April 27, at 6 p.m., at the Neepawa Legion Hall. Anyone interested in more information about the event or purchasing tickets can contact Don Schmall at 204-4762345, or any Rotarian.

left $25,000 in his will to the Neepawa Rotary Club.

The interest on the fund is used annually to recognize and reward a Rotarian who demonstrated an outstanding contribution to the club by awarding them a Paul Harris Fellowship.

Grants from the Rotary Foundation have had an impact both close to home and around the world. The Foundation is the charitable arm of Rotary and not only provides grants, but also taps into a global network of Rotarians who invest their time, money and expertise into the organization’s priorities, such as eradicating polio and promoting peace.

Foundation grants help Rotarians tackle challenges such as poverty, illiteracy and malnutrition.

Locally, Schmall said that Foundation grants have been used to fund projects such as the new play structure at HMK, washrooms at the Neepawa Fairgrounds, construction of the outdoor patio at ArtsForward and increasing the annual Rotary scholarship given out to a NACI graduate.

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Inaugural Ag Expo a success for the community.”

Natives president Ken Waddell was impressed with the final results and An event put together by the Neepawa thanked Lowry, Tibbett and Newton Natives aimed to thank the region’s for all the hard work they had put in agricultural community for their onto make the Expo what it was. He noted going support. But after it was all said that any success from the day needed and done, the first annual Neepawa to be attributed to them.

Ag Expo ended up seeing the farming “Matt, Cam and Scott worked together sector giving back to the team, and in on this and made a huge impact on the a big way. community. They’re young farmers, who The event, held at the Yellowhead are well known and well respected and Centre Hall on Thursday Apr. 6, feathey just put together a tremendous tured 39 display booths with a wide package for us tonight with the cooperarray of goods, equipment and services ation of all the suppliers.” on display. It also featured three guest Several members of the Neepawa Naspeakers examining a variety of farm tives board and staff attended part or topics. The highlight of the day was all of the Expo. Among them was head an auction, which included 37 donated coach Dustin Howden, who walked the items and services. In total, $30,040 floor speaking with several sponsors was raised from the Expo, which will and businesses. Howden said the buzz PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX go towards the operational expenses on the floor was positive and gives them for the junior ‘A’ hockey team. As the A t o t a l o f 3 9 e x h i b i t o r s p a r t i c i p a t e d i n t h e 1 s t N e e p a w a a lot of optimism for next year. day drew to a close, some in attend- A g E x p o a t t h e Y e l l o w h e a d H a l l o n T h u r s d a y , A p r . 6 .

“The town of Neepawa and area ance noted that the Expo had done a stepped up and supported the team “It was quite a good feeling when we finalized the good job of recapturing some of the excitement that throughout the year. What we’re seeing here at the Expo surrounded the former Neepex Trade Show, which number of booths involved and found we were at maxis another way for them to get behind us. It’s been great imum capacity. There ended up being 39 booths out here used to be staged as a showcase for the ag industry. to see the local businesses and local farmers come in Natives vice president Cam Tibbett as well as non- at the Ag Expo. As well, there were several businesses in a big way to help us out. When it comes to a junior board members Matt Lowry and Scott Newton made up that donated but didn’t put a booth up. That’s going ‘A’ hockey team, there is no off-season when it comes the committee that organized the day. They spoke to to be the big draw in the future to get those farmers to expenses. We simply can’t thank them enough for businesses about participating, either through setting here,” said Lowry. “Then, as we finalized the auction their support,” Howden said. up a booth within the hall, or donating something for and saw the amount of support that it generated, not As for the future of the Ag Expo, representatives with the auction. Lowry said going into this event, the trio only from the bidding, but from the number of items the board noted there are plans already in the works had modest expectations for support in this inaugural donated from local businesses, it was just a tremenfor next year and are hopeful this will evolve into an year. He said the response they got was more than dous amount of support. This turned out to be a very annual showcase for the farming industry. positive event, not only for the Neepawa Natives, but expected.

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

Austin show supports family’s cancer battle

By Miranda Leybourne Submited The first annual Austin Toy & Collectible Show & Sale is happening at the Austin Community Hall on Sat, Apr. 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Bill Reimer, one of the people who helped to think up and organize the event, says he’s very excited to show off his immense collection of farm toys.

He and 17 other collectors will have two tables each to display their collectibles, and some of the items will be for sale. Reimer says collectors from all over the southern part of the province will be in attendance, including from communities such as Steinbach, Winkler, Winnipeg and more. There will also be food and refreshments.

The cost to attend the show and sale is set at $2 for people aged 12 years old and over, and Reimer says that any money that is left over after paying for the costs to hold the event will be donated to the family of Owen Guenther, a three-year-old boy from Gladstone who is battling cancer.

Reimer says that people in the Austin and surrounding area are very

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“It’s a very good thing, the way this community is getting together and raising some money for somebody that needs it,” Reimer explains. “People are willing to give.”

According to Reimer, the Guenthers were hesitant at the idea of accepting the donations at first, but are also very grateful for the help from the organizers of the toy show and sale.

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They’re very good people.”

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by Craig Russell, who is coming from Brandon to talk about his latest novel, Fragment. He recently received this note from Bob McDonald of CBC’s Quirks and Quarks: “Thank you

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On April 11, the province released the year’s 14th flood bulletin. Manitoba Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre reports overland flooding and tributary flows are beginning to subside across parts of southern Manitoba.

Flows in the Assiniboine River are continuing to rise.

The risk of shoreline ice pileup on Manitoba’s major lakes is low for the next 48 hours. Strong winds are forecasted for April 14.

As of this morning, flow on the Portage Diversion channel is 20,059 cubic feet per second (cfs) or 568 cubic metres per second (cms) and flows on the Assiniboine River downstream of the diversion are 13,066 cfs (370 cms). Temporary flood protection measures are nearly complete on the lower Assiniboine River and flows will be increased to 14,000 cfs today and may be increased to 15,000 cfs (425 cms) tomorrow.

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Craig’s presentation starts at 5:30 pm.

Storytime continues for pre-schoolers at 11:00 on April 21. We read stories, do rhymes and crafts.

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Officers of the Spruce Plains RCMP Covering Neepawa, Minnedosa and Gladstone Introducing: Cst. Kathryn Ternier Cst. Ternier is from a small farming community near North Battleford, Sask.

She is married with two children and is presently attached to the Minnedosa Detachment office. This is her second posting, having previously served for 8 1/2 years in Virden. When asked about her reasons for joining the force, she replied, “I was always a strong advocate of no drinking and driving, often the designated driver for friends and a member of MADD. I just wanted an opportunity to help people and I thought this would make an interesting career.”

Ternier has recently returned from a five week course training her as a underwater police investigator and is now a full member of the Underwater Recovery Unit (IRU) of Manitoba. As a team member and wearing a dry suit, she dives in all types of water looking for victims of drowning and anything police related.

Ternier remarked, “We are trained in underwater photography and videography using special search techniques. Basic camera equipment is often used enclosed in a special underwater housing. Other (IRU) teams might employ Go Pro equipment, which is attached to the diving mask. Our unit covers all of Manitoba, has assisted in Saskatchewan and responded to calls from Nunavut. When recovering a victim of drowning, we’re still helping people, giving the victim’s family some closure. I enjoy interacting with people, assisting them, even educating them. When I speak to those who have broken a traffic law, they might get a ticket, but they’re also getting an education from me. I’ll explain, if you don’t stop at a stop sign, what may happen, maybe being the cause of an accident. The laws are in place to keep people safe.”

“Outside of my RCMP career, I have few outside interests, my family keeps me busy. As the kids grow older, I’m sure to be involved in community events. We’re looking forward to hosting an exchange student from Columbia in the near future,” said Ternier

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Neepawa’s World War I connection On April 7, local military historians Robert Ferguson (left) and Cecil Pittman attended the official opening of the Royal Canadian Artillery Museum’s “In the Footsteps of Vimy” exhibit.

The opening of the exhibit was timed to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, which took place Apr. 9 to Apr 12, 1917.

In the battle, the Canadian Corps were able to retake the ridge, where the attempts by French and British troops had ended in failure. It was the first time a complete Canadian unit fought under Canadian command.

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While it’s unclear if any soldiers from the Neepawa area were among the 10,000 killed and wounded at Vimy Ridge, in total, 152 men from the Neepawa district were casualties of World War I. The cenotaph, located in front of the Neepawa Country Court House lists their names. Additionally, Neepawa is home to a cannon captured by 10 Can/INF BTL on Feb. 19, 1918 in Puroilvzorun. The cannon now sits in front of the Neepawa Legion Hall.

©2016 BRP US Inc. (BRP). All rights reserved. ®,™ and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates. Offer valid only to qualified buyers on purchases of engines bought for recreational use only. Excludes engines purchased under commercial, professional, and government programs. Offer is valid in Canada only on new and unused Evinrude E-TEC 2008 and newer engines purchased, delivered and registered between 12/12/16 and 3/31/17 at an authorized, participating Evinrude dealer. *10-YEAR COVERAGE: Subject to all exclusions, limitations of liabilities, and all other terms and conditions of BRP’s standard limited warranty and B.E.S.T. contract, including without limitation the exclusions of damages caused by abuse, abnormal use or neglect (see B.E.S.T. contract for specific details of coverage and exclusions). Offer effective on all new and unused 15 H.O. and above Evinrude outboard engines. Eligible models will receive 10-year coverage (3 years of BRP Limited Warranty and 7 years of BRP Extended Service Terms [B.E.S.T.]coverage) subject to a $50 deductible on each repair. Evinrude portable engines (3.5 HP–15 HP) come with 3 years BRP limited warranty and 2 years of BEST coverage. Evinrude Jet Series engines are eligible for 10-year coverage offer on the upper unit only. The jet pump assembly will only receive a 3-year BRP limited warranty. All rigging components purchased on the same bill of sale as the engine, will be covered under the same BRP Extended Service Terms as the engine. **Approximate retail value of 7 years BRP Extended Service Terms coverage is based on number of HP and is up to $10,000 for a 300HP engine.

Offer subject to change without notice. See your authorized, qualified Evinrude dealer for details. Terms and conditions apply. Offer may not be assigned, traded, sold or combined with any other offer unless expressly stated herein. OFFER VOID WHERE RESTRICTED OR OTHERWISE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

Neepawa United Church

Barbecued Beef Supper Sunday April 23, 2017

4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Christian Education Centre (CEC) Neepawa United Church Adults $13 6-12 yrs $6 5 & under Free

BBQ Beef and Baked Potato, Vegetables, Salads of many kinds, Buns, Dessert, Coffee, Tea, & Juice Take out available!

Call 204-476-5881 by Friday, April 21st at 1:00 p.m.

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Be our guest!

On April 9, NACI students were rehearsing for this year’s major production, Beauty and the Beast.

Here, they are singing “Be our Guest”. Foreground left, are Elizabeth Dobson (seated) and Graeme Chapman (playing Lumiere).

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204-725-6629 • www.homecarebrandon.com 40th Anniversary Saturday May 6, 2017 Cocktails 6:15pm Supper 7:00pm Ticket includes, Dinner, Dance & entry in the Reverse Draw for $1000

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Now Available In Neepawa, Minnedosa & Surrounding Areas Information Sessions Monday, April 17th at 3:00 & 7:00 PM Neepawa Legion, 425 Brown Ave. Hear what our CEO can offer your loved ones for services, apply for a health care aide position or simply come for coffee!

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Killarney wins second straight provincial championship

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner It was a near perfect season for the Killarney Shamrocks, as the team has collected their second straight provincial championship. The Tiger Hills Hockey League champs were undefeated during the regular season and lost just once on their way to claiming the league championship.

From there, Killarney went a perfect 4-0 at the Provincial Senior ‘A’ tournament to earn backto-back championships.

They closed out the year with a 9-3 win over the North West Senior Hockey League’s Norway House North Stars on Sunday, Apr. 9 in the final at the MTS Iceplex in Winnipeg.

The Shamrocks advanced to the championship with a 4-0 semi-final win over the Carberry Plainsmen, while

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F o r t h e s e c o n d s t r a i g h t y e a r, t h e Ti g e r H i l l s H o c k e y L e a g u e ’s Killarney Shamrocks are also the provincial champions.

Norway House claimed a 4-3 shootout victory over Notre Dame to make it into the final. Killarney had won the 2016 Provincial Championship with a 9-4 win over the Lac du Bon-

Submited Hockey Canada Media Release Canada’s National Women’s Team crossed the border with a silver medal after a 3-2 overtime loss to the United States in the gold-medal game Friday, Apr. 7 at the 2017 IIHF Women’s World Championship.

Meghan Agosta (Ruthven, Ont.) put Canada ahead just over a minute into the first period before the U.S. netted the equalizer at 4:34. Brianne Jenner (Oakville, Ont./Calgary, CWHL) answered the second American goal, finding the back of the net on the power play midway through the third period to send it to overtime.

The Americans were lifted to victory after Hilary Knight potted the game-winner just over 10 minutes into extra time. Between the pipes, Shannon Szabados (Edmonton, Alta./Fort Saskatchewan, CHL) turned aside 37 of 40 shots.

“This definitely wasn’t the outcome we wanted, it was one great game and it could have gone either way at any moment,” said head coach Laura Schuler. “We definitely had our chances tonight and it’s important for us to hold our heads high.”

Canada finished the preliminary round with 1-2 record after falling to the United States (2-0) and Finland (4-3), and besting Russia (8-0). It advanced the gold-

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The 2017 Manitoba Senior ‘A’ Provincial Championship featured the top teams from the Tiger Hills Hockey League, Manitoba Senior Hockey League

(MSHL), North Central Hockey League (NCHL), South Eastern Manitoba Hockey League (SEMHL) and Carillon Senior Hockey League (CSHL).

medal game after a 4-0 semifinal victory over Finland on Thursday.

“This one hurts for sure, it’s tough but it’s motivation for us,” said captain Marie-Philip Poulin (Beauceville, Que./Montreal, CWHL). “This was a better game for us, looking back to the start of the tournament we went through a lot of adversity and I’m really happy with the way we came out and stuck together.”

The team featured Halli Krzyzaniak of Neepawa in her third Women’s World Championship with Team Canada. The defenseman recorded one assist in her team’s 8-0 defeat over Russia during the preliminary round.

The Canadian contingent has now won the silver medal eight times at the world championship (2005, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017). Canada’s National Women’s Team has appeared in every world championship gold-medal game, winning 10 gold medals (1990, 1992, 1994, 1997, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2004, 2007, 2012).

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(-) indicates playoff rankings OCN Blizzard (3) vs. Portage Terriers (5) Apr. 8: OCN 8-3 Portage Apr. 9: OCN 6-0 Portage Apr. 12: OCN at Portage Apr. 13: OCN at Portage Apr. 16: Portage at OCN* Apr. 19: OCN at Portage* Apr. 22” Portage at OCN* OCN leads series 2-0 Updated to Tuesday, April 11.

MJHL semi-final series Steinbach Pistons (1) vs. Portage Terriers (5) Portage wins series 4-2 Winkler Flyers (2) vs. OCN Blizzard (3) OCN wins series 4-0

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Club 55 League - Apr. 7, 2017 Ladies’ High Single & Triple: Vivian Oswald 258 & 655. Men’s High Single & Triple: Ed Oshust 276 & 587. Other scores to note: Gail McGregor 167, 172; Phyllis Mauthe 161; Doreen Smith 186, 217; Bernice Evenson 163; Muriel Porada 232; Norman Kendall 150, 186, 152; Myrnie Kroeker 151; Marge Fischer 167, 172; Liz Lychak 154; Len Pritchard 159, 203, 200; Vivian Oswald 235, 162; Walter Moscrip 163; Bev Chapski 195; Bob Lychak 175, 182, 183; Barb Grumpelt 185, 176; Wilbert Kroeker 158, 184; Josie Chemerika 150; Eleanor Scott 152; Don Denoon 170, 185; Melvin Oswald 164, 163; Pauline Hailstone 169, 189; Frank Porada 163, 188, 175; Ellen Grudeski 164; Lawrence Smith 153, 181; Ed Oshust 159, 152.

Krzyzaniak, Canada settle for silver at World Championship

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• Windshield replacement & free repairs (with proper deductible) – File E-Glass claim on site

• 23 hr towing and lockout service • Automotive Accessories • Courtesy cars by appointment Airport Road Neepawa, MB

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Neepawa and District Fine Arts Festival piano winners

Frances Bonafe

Jenna Bray

Talia Iwanchysko

Charlie Strelczik

Veronica Casigay

Macy Wither

Kyla Wahoski

Dasha Chekhovskaya

Raylyn Koshowski

- Grade 3 - Kyla Wahoski - Grade 4 - William Scheper - Grade 5 - Frances Bonafe - Grade 6 - Charlie Strelczik - Grade 7 - Talia Iwanchysko - Grade 8 - Toni Koshowski - Grade 9 - Oksana Iwanchysko

Oksana Iwanchysko Submitted The Neepawa Banner From April 6-8, talented singers and musicians took to the sage at Knox Presbyterian Church, for the 2017 Neepawa and District Fine Arts Festival. The annual event gives performers a chance to perform in front

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of friends and family and to also receive feedback from a trained adjudicator.

Performers also win trophies and scholarships and this year’s piano winners were: Piano Grade Trophies - Grade 1 - Trent Tomoniko - Grade 2 - Veronica Casigay

Piano Trophy/ Medallion/ Scholarship Awards: - Inner Wheel Trophy/Medallion/Scholarship, Grade 1-3: Kyla Wahoski - Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship, Grade 1-3: Macy Wither - Royal Canadian Legion Ladies' Medallion/Scholarship, Canadian Composer, Grade 1-3: Veronica Casigay - Royal Purple Trophy/ Medallion and Elk's Scholarship, Grade 4-6: Charlie Strelczik - United Commercial Traveler's Scholarship, Grade

4-6: Frances Bonafe - Royal Canadian Legion Ladies' Medallion/Scholarship, Canadian Composer, Grade 4-6: Jenna Bray - Elks' Scholarship, Grade 1-6: Raylyn Koshowski

- Rotary Trophy/Medallion/Scholarship, Grade 7-9: Talia Iwanchysko - Royal Canadian Legion Scholarship, Grade 7-9: Dasha Chekhovskaya

- Lionelles' Medallion/ Scholarship, Canadian Composer, Grade 7-9: Oksana Iwanchysko See next week’s Banner for the vocal winners

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The family of Hazel Buchanan would like to thank the staff and volunteers of Country Meadows for everything you have done for mom over the years. We appreciate the love and care you have shown Hazel and sincerely, thank you all.

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Land for tender in the R.M. of Westlake-Gladstone. N.W. 34-17-11. Accepting sealed bids at Box 11, Plumas, MB, R0J 1P0. Tenders must be received by April 21. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

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GIGANTIC ANNUAL GUN AND HOBBY SHOW in Dauphin, Manitoba, Saturday, April 22, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, April 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 304 Whitmore Avenue (8 Avenue Hall).

Admission $5, under 12 free with adult. Approximately 80 eight-foot tables. May contain guns and related items, military items, hobbies, crafts, antiques, hockey cards, Indian artifacts. Something of interest for everyone. This is a buying, selling, trading show.

Bring your guns and collectibles. Buy-sell-trade or have appraised. For information phone (204) 444-4690.

Obituary Hazel Phoebe Buchanan Hazel Phoebe Buchanan died peacefully on March 26, 2017 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimers disease.

Hazel was born in Hamiota, MB on March 19, 1930 to Scottish immigrants Allan Anderson and Annie, (nee Sutherland). She was the 4th in a family of 7 boys and 5 girls, of whom Tom (Muriel) of Virden, Pearl Sear of Carberry and Shirley Harrison (Ron) of Langley, BC still survive.

Hazel spent her school years in Decker Manitoba. She also spent time at Birnie, Manitoba at the home of Jean and Ernie Birch when she met her future husband, Clarence Buchanan. Hazel and Clarence spent most of their married life in Neepawa, Manitoba, where they had 6 children, Barbara and Daryl of Kelowna, BC, Richard and Robert of Neepawa and Bruce of Winnipeg.

Beverley, a second daughter, died at an early age.

Hazel was employed locally at the Vivian Hotel, the Royal Canadian Legion, Osborne Home and East View Lodge. Hazel loved to travel to visit family and loved singing. Even as her disease took away her memories of her family, she was still able to remember the words to all her old favourite songs and never missed the chance to sing them. She had many friends and enjoyed a very active social life.

She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Terry Woodley Peacefully, on April 4, 2017 at Country Meadows PCH, in Neepawa, MB, Terry Woodley passed away at the age of 70 years. She was predeceased by her mother, Merle Woodley, her father Sidney Kenneth Woodley, as well as family friend Darlene McClay. She is survived by her sister Barbara (Ivan) Foster, niece Kelly (Melvin) Meisner, nephews Albert (Annette) O'Dea, Sean O'Dea, James (Cherie) Foster, and niece Candy (Bill) Croy, as well as many great and great-great nieces and nephews.

Much of Terry's life was spent in Neepawa where she spent her time in Touchwood's day program and later at the senior day program at Yellowhead Manor. Terry thoroughly enjoyed sewing, crafts, baking, puzzles, reading magazines and spending days shopping. She loved to go for coffee, and just be around other people.

Terry was all about family and was lucky to have both her own family as well as the family she found at Touchwood Park.

The family would like to extend their thanks to the staff of Touchwood Park, McCreary-Alonsa Health Centre and Country Meadows.

As per Terry's wishes, there will be no funeral and a private family interment will be held at Minitonas Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Touchwood Park Association in Neepawa.

White’s Funeral Home, Neepawa, MB in care of arrangements. 1-204-476-2848

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Minnedosa Adult Learning Centre’s computer courses start the week of April 17th . Contact: Val Gawel at 131 Main St. South 204-867-2519 _____________________ The Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa New Democratic Party of Canada will be holding their Annual General Meeting at the Onanole Drop-In Centre, 22 April at 1:30PM. Guest Speaker: Daniel Blaikie, MP for Elmwood-Transcona. Everyone welcome.

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

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Wanted for marriage. Filipino girl between 18 - 30 years, to live in Vancouver. Reply with picture and resume to #509-511 Rochester Ave, Coquitlam, BC. V3K 0A2

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Alcoholics Anonymous meets at Neepawa United Church basement, Thursdays, 8 p.m. _____________________ 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

Obituary Irene Hazel Mary Bateman (Burton) It is with great sadness that we announce that Irene Hazel Mary Bateman (Burton), entered into rest on March 13, 2017 in Neepawa MB. Irene was born May 19, 1928, to James and Clara Burton in the Glenholm District in Lansdowne Municipality, Eden MB. She grew up on the family farm which gave her the knowledge she needed to be married to a farmer.

Irene received her education at Glenholm School till grade 11. She took her grade 12 in Neepawa Manitoba.

From there she went on to Normal School in Winnipeg with her sister Audrey. She taught at 3 rural schools in Manitoba -West Curtis, East Prospect, Twyford and Fleming School in Brandon.

On Oct 23, 1954 Irene married the love of her life and best friend Lawrence Bateman. They farmed together on Dad’s family farm till they retired to Neepawa in 1996.

Together they were blessed with 4 children.

Mom was active in the Arden UCW, Crocus Drop-in Center in Arden, Neepawa UCW, Ladies Aux. and Retired Teachers. She loved to play cards and scrabble and watched curling every chance she got.

Spending time with her family and friends was most important to her. She was a gracious and kind person to all who knew her.

Irene was predeceased by her husband Lawrence in 2007, her parents Jim and Clara Burton, sister Dorothy Martin in 2006, brothers Len Burton in 1993 , Bob Burton in 2002 and Frank Burton in 1942, brothers in law Bud Uthe in 2003, Ken Martin in 2005, niece Verna Wilson in 1979.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Lonnie (Lori), Darlene (Brian), Kelly (Beth), Julie (Bruce), 7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren, sister Audrey Uthe of Saskatoon, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

The service celebrating Irene’s life was held on March 23, 2017 at the Neepawa United Church with Kristin Woodburke officiating. Interment was at the Riverside Cemetery in Neepawa.

Pallbearers were her grandsons, Jesse Bateman, Kyle Musgrove, Joel Musgrove, Reid Musgrove, Jared Folkerts & Paul Mantei.

Whites Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

If desired, donations may be made to the Neepawa & Area Palliative Care, Box 1240, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0; Heart & Stroke Foundation 2430 Victoria Ave #3, Brandon, MB R7B 0M5 God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be So he put his arms around you and whispered, “Come With Me” With tearful eyes we watched you, slowly fade away Although we loved you dearly, we would not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest.

God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.

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Wanted pasture for 30 cow/ calf pairs. Phone (204) 476-2459.

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Building and lot for sale, contents inside building are also for sale. Roll number 162800.00, frontage 50 feet, building is 2117 square feet.

122 Burrows Avenue North Plumas Mb., lot 18 block B plan 250, institutional property. 2017 assessment value $27,900. Interested parties may contact Glen Mauthe by May 5th at 1-204-386-2071 or Email: gmauthe@mymts.net _____________________ For Sale: 2003 BR780 N.H. baler, auto wrap, chain oilers, 540 PTO. Like new con.

476-0301 _____________________ For Sale: Home to be moved, great deal! Call 1-204-6362012 or 204-841-3264 _____________________ ROUGH LUMBER, FULL DIMENSION 2x8, 2x6, 2x4, windbreak boards. Firewood slabs - 1 cord bundle $60. We buy standing spruce & poplar timber. Tri-J Industries. "Your Local Sawmill" 476-6798 or 476-6349

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3 bedroom, new condos in Neepawa, 5 appliances.

Phone 204-761-8001 or 204-476-6362 (Liz). _____________________ 55 plus, one bedroom downtown apartment. Call 476-3230 _____________________ Churchill Block, Neepawa, 1 bedroom apartment, available immediately. Call 204841-1298 _____________________ Small 3 bedroom house, 6 miles east of Gladstone, Steele-Bridge District. Contact 1-204-385-3721 _____________________ TRAILER RENTALS: cargo, dump, equipment, auto, livestock/horse. FORK LIFT TELEPORT 729-8989

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

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Farm Land for Sale: 68 acres in Gladstone town limits. 30 acres cultivated. $2,100/ acre. Call 872-7133

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Quarter section of good grain land in the RM of Minto-Odanah. 100 acres cultivated. Rick Taylor 204867-7551 RE/MAX Valleyview Realty ricktaylor@ remax.net _____________________ TEXAS USA BEST BUY: We have prime 20 acre parcels with panaromic mountain views only $375 per acre, $100 per month. For more info call 1- 800-875-6568

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

726-8199, Brandon

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

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

Feed & Seed Seed Grain For Sale Certified Carberry

Certified Tradition Bly Certified Summit Oats Will custom clean Canola Seed

Wilmot Milne 204-385-2486 Gladstone, MB Cell: 204-212-0531

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Thank You We would like to thank everyone for the overwhelming support that Traci Dash and Emma have received.

During this devastating time of their house fire there will be a bud, spud & steak fundraiser on April 15 at the Kelwood Legion.

If you cannot make the fundraiser but would like to support them further, you can donate to their GoFundMe page www.gofundme.com/3k6s5e8 or your can mail a cheque to: Box 72, Kelwood, MB. R0J 0Y0

Melvin Erickson: We would like to thank everyone for flowers, food and cards, kind words of support, donations made in memory of Melvin, Palliative Care ladies and the staff on C wing of Country Meadows. Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated.

Jean, Linda and family

Thank you

Words cannot express the overwhelming support we have received on the passing of our mom, Irene Bateman.

We would like to thank the Neepawa Hospital nurses, doctors and the Neepawa and Area Palliative Care for the wonderful care given to our mom, Irene Bateman.

Mom told us that she was in the very best place possible.

The support that you gave us was overwhelming. You were all a blessing to all of us during our journey with mom.

Special thanks to Eleanor Jarvis for the many hours she sat with mom during her illness and to our cousin Loretta Mayor for coming faithfully to visit and sit with mom.

Also to Mary Ellen Clark and Ann Nielsen, the support and comfort you gave to us all was a true blessing.

Thank you to the Neepawa United Church women who prepared and served the lunch at the funeral.

Thank you to all who sent messages of hope and well wishes to mom during her stay in the hospital, and for the many flowers, cards and donations sent in sympathy that we have received.

The Bateman Family

FOODS

PUBLIC NOTICE Yard Care and Maintenance

HyLife Foods, a division of the HyLife organization, is engaged in the dressing and processing of hogs for both domestic and world markets.

We are currently receiving tenders for the year round Yard care and Maintenance of our properties in Neepawa, Manitoba.

Submission deadline is April 14, 2017 at 4pm.

All parties under consideration will receive a complete package outlining the requirements of the tender upon request.

Contact: Jason Wilson Senior Manager Distribution and Premise PH # - 204-476-3393 - ext102 email: Jason.Wilson@HyLife.com

R.M. of Minto-Odanah Road Gravelling Proposal 2017 A proposal is requested for a one year period (2017) for the crushing/screening, loading, hauling and spreading or stockpiling of crushed/screened gravel for municipal purposes within the Rural Municipality of Minto-Odanah.

• Approximately 38,000 cubic yards • Gravelling to be completed by July 25th or penalty of $1,000.00 per day will be imposed • Each bidder to provide Worker’s Compensation and GST registration numbers • Each bidder responsible to take out removal permits as required by the municipality.

• Submit price breakdown (per cubic yard) for services of: (1) crushing/screening/hauling/spreading from designated pits (2) hauling/spreading from designated stockpiles Proposal forms may be obtained by contacting the municipal office.

Deadline for proposals: April 19th at 4:00 p.m.

Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted.

Submit proposal to: R.M. of Minto-Odanah – GRAVEL PROPOSAL 49 Main St., Box 1197, Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 Phone: (204) 867-3282 Fax: (204) 867-1937 Email: mintoodanah@wcgwave.ca

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Sales Closers Needed

RURAL MUNCIPALITY OF ROSEDALE Tenders will be accepted on the following properties: Lot 12, Block 1, Plan 418 and Lot 13, Block 1, Plan 418 in the Village of Kelwood, Manitoba.

Tenders to be delivered to the CAO on or before 4:00 p.m., April 28th, 2017. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Purchaser to pay all legal and transfer costs.

Kara Sylvester CAO Rural Municipality of Rosedale Box 100, Neepawa, Manitoba R0J 1H0 Email: rosedale@mts.net

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SCHOOL DIVISION ROLLING RIVER PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice is hereby given that Rolling River School Division may conduct the following Pesticide Control Programs in 2017.

To control noxious weeds and rodent control on all school division properties and in buildings, herbicides such as Roundup, 2-4 D Amine will be used. Dragnet, Ant and Roach Pyrodust, Dr. Doom Residual, Pro Aerosol, Sevin, Rodent Doom, Gopher Doom, Final Blox and Contrac Blox will be used to control insect pests and rodents.

The public may send written submissions or rejections within 15 days of the publication of the Notice to the department below.

Manitoba Conservation Water Stewardship Pesticide and Hazardous Waste Section Suite 160, 123 Main Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 1A5

McCREARY GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB INC. 2017 PESTICIDE CONTROL PROGRAM Public Notice is hereby given that the McCreary Golf and Country Club Inc. intends to conduct the following Pesticide Control Programs during 2017.

1. To control turfgrass, diseases and weeds at the McCreary Golf and Country Club at NW 1-21-16W. The projected dates of application will be from May 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017 by use of: • Daconil • Banner Maxx

• Instrata • Roundup

• Par111 • Fiesta

Heritage Co-op is presently recruiting for

FULL TIME MEAT CUTTER For our Meat Department located in Minnedosa, MB

Duties to include, but not limited to, customer service, cutting and wrapping of fresh meats, packaging, stocking, merchandising, ordering/receiving, pricing and general sanitation/housekeeping duties.

Qualifications: • Excellent customer service skills • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Previous meat cutting experience an asset • Willing to train • High sanitation and image standards • Highly motivated • Must be available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends To become a member of our team, please submit your cover letter and resume to: a.haywood@heritagecoop.ca Mail to: Box 1050, Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 Attn: Annette Haywood, Human Resources Manager Or apply in person at our Minnedosa Marketplace located at 120 Main Street South, Minnedosa www.heritagecoop.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

4. The duration of each program will vary within this time period, depending on weather conditions and pest population levels.

The public may send written submissions or objections within 15 days of the publication of this notice to the department below: Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship Environmental Approvals Branch Suite 160-123 Main Street WINNIPEG, MB R3C 1A5

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ROLLING RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION Summer Student Position Maintenance Department

• Maintenance Worker Assistant May to August, 2017 Assisting Maintenance Workers to complete construction, repairs and maintenance at division schools and buildings.

Applicants must: • be currently attending or returning to school in the fall 2017 • work cooperatively as a team member • have strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills • be able to work unsupervised • have a valid Class 5 drivers license • be physically capable of performing manual labour Application deadline: Friday, April 21, 2017 at 4:00 p.m.

Please forward a resume and cover letter naming references to: Rolling River School Division Attention: Sarah Woychyshyn P.O. Box 1170 Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 Ph: 867-2754 Fax: 867-2037 E-Mail: swoychyshyn@rrsd.mb.ca The Division thanks all applicants for their interest in Rolling River School Division. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

First Baptist 11:00 a.m.

Calvary Chapel 10:30 a.m.

Knox Presbyterian 11:00 a.m.

Roman Catholic Saturday 7 p.m.

Sunday 11:00 a.m.

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

Brookdale United 9:30 a.m.

Christ Lutheran 9:00 a.m.

International Worship Centre 1:30 p.m.

Waldersee Lutheran 11:00 winter 10:00 summer Prairie Alliance Church 11:00 a.m.

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

Turtle River School Division is proud to offer FREE Junior Kindergarten programs commencing September 2017.

Turtle River School Division is proud to offer FREE Junior Kindergarten programs All children born on or before December 31, 2013 are eligible to register. Please register at your earliest convenience between March and August 2017 at the Turtle River School Division Office. Registrations packages can also be dropped off at École Laurier for the French program or at Glenella School for the English program beginning September 4, 2017. Registration packages are available at the Turtle River School Division office or on the Turtle River School Division website (trsd32.mb.ca).

Please forward or drop off the completed registration package to: Turtle River School Division École Laurier Box 309, 808 Burrows Rd Box 100, 159 Fosberry St McCreary, MB R0J 1B0 Laurier, MB R0J 1A0 Mon.-Fri. 8:00 am-3:30 pm Ph: 204-447-2068 Ph: 204-835-2067 Glenella School Box 59 Glenella, MB R0J 0V0 Ph: 204.352.4253

Industry leading company looking for experienced sales representatives.

Leads provided with full training and support. $1,500+ weekly income potential. We are currently expanding in the Manitoba Marketplace For apt. contact Leo at 1-204-296-5551

Farm help operating and maintaining farm equipment.

Experience in operating modern equipment an asset.

Class 1 driver’s licence an asset.

Class 5 required.

Seasonal and full-time positions available.

Call 204-365-0321 or 204-365-0364

Weed Department Assistant The Municipality of North Cypress-Langford is currently inviting applications for a spray truck operator. The successful candidate will perform a variety of duties, including roadside vegetation management using selective herbicides, may be some extra mowing, weed eating around parks and shop yards. The ability to deal with public effectively and courteously and maintain accurate records is required. Must have valid driver’s license, be able to perform minor equipment maintenance, be able to work irregular hours especially early morning during spray season, and obtain a Manitoba Pesticide Applicators license. An agricultural background and familiarity with the Municipality of North Cypress-Langford would be an asset.

Please forward applications to: Mun. of North Cypress-Langford Box 130, Carberry, MB. R0K 0H0 Email: ncl@rmofnorthcypress.ca Phone: 204-834-6600 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We appreciate your interest in this position, however, only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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2. To control algae in ponds at the McCreary Golf and Country Club at NW 1-21-16W. The projected dates of application will be from May 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017 by use of: Cutrine Plus 3. To control insect pests at the McCreary Golf and Country Club at NW1-21-16W. The projected dates of application will be from May 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017 by use of: Malathion.

Farm Help Wanted

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

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

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

Responsibilities / Duties include but are not limited to: • Slaughter, eviscerate and mark hogs for further processing • Cut pork carcasses into primal cuts for further detailed specifications intended for commercial, industrial, institutional or wholesale use • To de-bone edible part and remove inedible organs or parts The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications: • Be able to work in a culturally diverse workplace • Have a good work ethic • Focus on treating people with dignity and respect • Appreciate a stable long term work environment • Experience as an Industrial Butcher or trimmer is required • Completion of secondary school may be required Current starting wage is $13.85/hour plus $1.00 per hour perfect attendance incentive!

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

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

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

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

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Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne is accepting applications for the following positions:

1. Seasonal Labourer is required to perform duties in all areas of the Public Works Department. The successful applicant will possess a valid Class 1 Manitoba Drivers License, have mechanical aptitude, have experience in operating mower, tractors, loaders, experience operating heavy equipment and semi-trucks is con sidered an asset. This is a seasonal position to start May 1, 2017 ending October 31, 2017 with a 50 hour work week.

2. Seasonal Tractor/Mower Operator is required to handle roadside mowing and general maintenance. The successful applicant will possess a valid Class 5 Manitoba Drivers License, have mechanical aptitude, have experience operating tractor and mowers. This is a seasonal position to start May 15, 2017 ending November 15, 2017 with a 50 hour work week.

3. HomeTown Green Team Summer position is required to handle seasonal grasscutting and trimming in the Villages of Arden and Glenella. The successful applicant will possess a valid Class 5 Manitoba Drivers License and own transportation, be between the ages of 16 and 24. This is a seasonal position to start May 15, 2017 ending August 31, 2017.

4. Two Hometown Green Team summer students, one will work in Glenella, and one will work in Arden and will be responsible for park beautifications and general maintenance/grounds work within each Village. The successful applicants must be between the ages of 16 and 24. These are both seasonal positions to start June 15, 2017 ending August 31, 2017 and be a maximum of 250 hours.

Interested applicants may submit a resume indicating which position they are applying for with two references by mailing, faxing or emailing applications to: Municipality of Glenella – Lansdowne Box 10, Glenella, MB R0J 0V0 Fax: 204-352-4100 Email: rmofglen@inetlink.ca Applications will be accepted until positions have been filled. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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BATTERIES FOR EVERYTHING. Auto, farm, construction, ATV, marine, motorcycle, golf carts, phones, tools, radios, computers etc. Reconditioned, obsolete and hard-to-find batteries. SOLAR systems. The Battery Man. Winnipeg.

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Parts & full trailer repair, trailer safeties & Autopac Trailer Repair. Sales, Leasing & Financing of flat-deck, dumpbox, cargo, gooseneck & utility trailers & truck beds. Kaldeck Truck & Trailer, Hwy #1 MacGregor, Mb. 1-888-685-3127.

FLOOR MODEL LIQUIDATION SALE! Biggest savings of the year on floor model suites storewide in bedroom, upholstery, leather and table sets. Save 20-65%! Some sample specials include; 4 piece England (a Lay-z-boy Company)

Sectional $2195, save $750. Five rocker recliner fabric chairs by England Furniture $599 each. England power reclining sofa and matching reclining chair, $2695, save $850. 2 six-piece youth bedroom suites from $895-$1099, save $475 per suite. 8 piece solid oak 96 inch table set, $2495, save $800. Seven piece queen solid wood bedroom suite $2499, save $1000. 8 piece queen solid wood bedroom suite for $2895, save $1150. TAXES INCLUDED IN ALL FLOORMODEL SUITES. Other April specials include queen pillow top pocket coil mattress set $499 and 3 piece occasional set (3 choices) for $299 per set. Solid wood single over single bunk set $699 and single over double bunk set $799, both in espresso colour. Sale ends April 30th. See staff or contact KDL for more information. MonFri 10-8, Sat 10-6 & Sun 11-5. Call KDL Furniture at 204-571-1971. 660 Highland Ave., South side of #1 Hwy., Brandon.

HARDY TREE, SHRUB, and berry seedlings delivered. Order online at www.treetime.ca or call 1-866873-3846. New growth guaranteed.

HOMES FOR SALE

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chinery. Must be able to perform physical duties and work long hours during peak times. This is a unique opportunity for the right individual who must be proven a self-starter, honest, reliable and able to work effectively in an unsupervised environment. References are required.

Wage or salary are dependent upon experience and negotiated at time of interview. Located south of Dauphin, email resume to mdewar16@hotmail.com

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Barn Manager. Lifelong horse experience mandatory to care for 40 horses. Located in Winnipeg. Call Laurie at Meadow Green Stables at 1-204-471-6404.

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

New 12’x12’ L-shaped maple shaker espresso kitchen $3900. Cappuccino 33” bath vanity with soft close $250.

Granite 25”x84” tops for $175 each Fehr’s Cabinet Warehouse 1-800-758-6924

CANADIAN TAXPAYERS FEDERATION is seeking District Sales Managers in Manitoba. We fight for lower taxes, less waste, accountable government. Salary + commission. Resumes to: rcunningham@ taxpayer.com. More info CALL 1-800667-2933 or visit www.taxpayer.com.

Grain farm seeking full time farm equipment operator/general farm labourer.

Must have a valid driver’s license. Must have farming experience (combines, swathers, sprayers, etc.). Position will include the safe and efficient operation, repair and trouble shooting of farm ma-

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Hamilton Street emporium 423 Mountain Ave Monday - Friday • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Business & Building

Always dreamed of owning your own little boutique? Then this is the PERFECT opportunity! Located on Main Street in the heart of downtown Minnedosa you’ll find the Fashion House, a successful ladies wear retailer since 1978. The property offers 31 feet of street side frontage with great curb appeal.

Showcasing a wide range of brands including Tribal, Columbia, Silver Jeans, Alia, FDJ and many more, this business opportunity offers a range of styles that appeal to a great demographic of women!

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Antiques, books, toys, collectibles, beautiful glassware and framed artwork.

Power table saw for cutting metal, Heidelberg Printing press refinished antique round oak dining table and 4 vintage kitchen chairs Free pick up on donated furniture and household items. 20% of donated item sales goes to the Neepawa Palliative Care unit.

Phone 204-841-0655 (Tom) or 204-476-6214 (Ken)

McSherry Auction Consignment Auction

Sat, April 15, 10:00 AM Tractors * Equip * Vehicles * Trailers* & More!

Consignments Welcome!

Estate & Moving Auction Sunday April 23, 10:00 AM 12 Patterson Dr. Stonewall, MB (204) 467-1858 or (204) 886-7027 www.mcsherryauction.com

Cattle Capital Bull Sale Saturday. April 15 at 1p.m.

Ste Rose Auction Mart, Ste Rose Du Lac, MB. Offering 55 Red & Black Full Blood Simmentals, Black Angus, Charolais, Gelvieh and Balancer bulls.

For catalogue or information contact T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006 or visit www.buyagro.com

Meyers Auction

for the Estate of Tom Lazor Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.

NW 12 – 18 – 14, Glenella, MB 2014 Honda 4x4 Rubicon Quad; Trail Edition; TRX500; 6413 km; needs rear axel bearings. • 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Quad Cab; Hemi 5.7 L; 4x4; Fender Dented; steering column damaged from attempted theft. • 1979 White Freightliner; Eaton Trans; 913270 kms showing; 11R 24.5 Tires • 1981 Hobbs 40’ Double Hopper Aluminium Grain Trailer; SN # 1HSG04220BM00502; • Spring Ride; 11R 24.5 Tires; some product left in the back hopper • Sherlock • 40’ Double Hopper Grain Trailer • Semi 40’ Flatbed Hay Trailer • 16’ Wrangler Stock Trailer • Home Make Grain Trailer AG EQUIPMENT John Deere 3020 Tractor; Gas; 148 Loader w/ grapple; 4201.5 hrs showing; 18.4 x 34 tires; Single Hyd; • White Field Boss 4-150; 4x4; 3208 Cat Motor • Case Tractor for Parts • John Deere R Tractor • New Holland Silage Cutter • 2 Square Balers for Parts • John Deere 510 Round Baler • Massey Ferguson No 12 Square Baler • New Holland 269 Baler • Sickle Mower • 1980 4400 Versatile 26’ Self Propelled Swather Serial 3155 • Massey Ferguson 410 Combine • 12’ Wagon • Swather Mover • Case Agri King 1370 Tractor; Dual Wheels; Dual Hyd; • 4-150 White Field Boss 4WD Dual Hydraulics 3208 Cat Motor • International 1482 Combine • Dump Rake • Melro 903 Plow 8 Bottom • International 24’ Press Drill 6200 • Case 24’ Deep Tiller • 36’-40’ Diamond Harrows • Ezee-On 20’Tandem Disc • International 15’ Side Delivery Rake • Robin Oat Roller • Robin Almo Mix Mill • Bale Elevator • Ford 740 Backhoe Industrial (Running?) tire rusted off rim. • Side Delivery Rake • Rock Master Rock Picker • Old Case Tractor Parts MISC • 20 Coral Panels • 1 Round Bale Feeder • Cream Separator Parts • 2 Old Saddles • Track Jacks • Old Hobart • Welder for Parts • Multi Scrap Metal • Red Shed 12’ x 12’ • 12’ Extension Ladder • Plastic Wheelbarrow • Chains • Fuel Tanks • 2 Westeel? Hopper Bottom Bins – some damage – collapsed were joins hopper. • Creep Feeder • Miscellaneous Tools • APPROX 20 CARS & TRUCKS – NONE RUNNING All for Parts / Scrap • ALL GOODS SOLD AS IS WERE IS

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What is Beta Sigma Phi sorority?

Submitted Beta Sigma Phi Neepawa You may have heard of us, you may know some members, but sometimes there is the question: what is it?

Our history in short form: “During the Great Depression, there was a need to bring women together and expose them to a social, cultural and educational climate that was not available in those difficult times. Most important, there was a need for friendship and support from other women. Beta Sigma Phi was created out of this need. It did not take long before they were helping others.”

We are known around the world as the Friendship Organization, with over 165,000 members in 15 countries. Every chapter is different, depending on the people involved, but becomes an important, ongoing instrument for self-improvement.

In our Neepawa chapter, some of our members have been involved for over 40 years! Over these years, we have supported groups, businesses and local charities and offered our services to many others. As we age, we are concentrating more on the friendship and support aspect of our group, although we still raise some money for our special projects and have

some great times together.

Our next fund-raiser is our Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at Arts Forward (VCC) on May 13, from 2-4.

Tickets are $7 for adults, $4 for students and children 10 and under are free if accompanied by adults.

Tickets are available from any member of sorority and at Arts Forward. We will, of course, accept further donations. We will be serving beverages, dainties and fancy sandwiches all made by our sorority.

Come and join us.

Call Iris Kooting at 4765640/476-6526 or Elsie Martin at 476-3499/4760220 for more information or tickets.

Flooding has led to road closures Continued from page 9 Water levels at James Avenue were measured at 17.4 feet this morning.

With the floodway in operation, water levels at James Avenue are expected to remain within the range of 17 to 17.5 ft. for the next week as flows on the Red River recede and flows on the Assiniboine River increase.

A flood warning remains in effect for the upper As-

siniboine River from the Shellmouth Dam to Holland and at Pelican Lake.

The Assiniboine River has crested at Brandon.

Homeowners affected by this spring’s flooding are reminded to review their home insurance. Overland flood insurance was introduced by some insurers in Manitoba in 2016.

High water levels have led to a number of road closures across the prov-

ince. Avoid driving through moving water as the water depth can be unpredictable and the current can push vehicles off the road.

Up-to-date flood information can be found at www.gov.mb.ca/flooding/ or on Twitter at www. twitter.com/MBGov. For current highway conditions, call 511, visit www. manitoba511.ca, or follow www.twitter.com/MBGovRoads for closures.

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