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New Year’s baby

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The annual gift of a quilt, from the Tangled Threads Quilt Guild was presented by Christine Waddell to Bruce and Candace Elliott of Carberry. The family welcomed their brand new baby boy on Monday, Jan. 5 at the Neepawa Health Centre, the first child born at the medical facility in 2015. This year’s gift was crafted by member, Venetta Csversko. Additional details on the new year’s birth can be found on page 16.

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By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

Neepawa and the surrounding region started 2015 in a deep freeze, as cold temperatures and frigid wind chills blanketed much of the province. Environment Canada preparedness meteorologist John Paul Cragg reported that a “large area of arctic high-pressure” originating from Siberia has been covering most of the prairies for the past week to ten days. Because of this high pressure system, an extreme cold warning was in place earlier this week for all over southern Manitoba, including Neepawa, Minnedosa, Russell, and Riding Mountain National Park. Cragg added that the arctic air will likely stay in the area well into the weekend and potentially until the middle or end of next week.

The temperature has had a substantial toll on many vehicles, as CAA Manitoba reported that Monday, Jan. 5, was the busiest day for service requests the organization had seen in 14 months. CAA Manitoba spokesperson Angele Young said there were a few simply things people need to remember to keep their cars in commission.

“Remember to plug in your vehicles,” said Young.

“We’ve been waking up to extremely cold weather.

Temperature of -25 celsius, with a wind chill of -35 or worse in some areas. When these temperature persists for a few days, we start to see more problems. A lot of them could be prevented by simply plugging your car in at least three hours before you intend to drive it. If you’re concerned about your battery, start your vehicle midday and check your block heater and inspect all cords to ensure they are not damaged or frayed.”

Closer to home, people have been dealing with the cold as best they can and have been taking the necessary precautions to ensure their vehicles. Several local auto repair and towing services have noted that they received many calls for jumpstarts late in December and early in January.

“It has been hectic,” said Dave Humeny of Ben’s Auto Repair. “We’ve seen a lot of people coming in with concerns over their car battery or their block heaters.

With this type of weather, it’s to be expected.”

Vision strategy being explored in Neepawa

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The town of Neepawa wants to know your views on how to grow the community. Council and administration are hoping to schedule a series of meetings early in the new year for regional ratepayers.

Mayor Adrian de Groot said these events would serve as a forum for people to bring forward ideas to build a vision strategy for Neepawa and the surrounding area.

De Groot said council and administration would like the first session to focus on how to grow the community. He noted that growth is not limited to economic expansion but should also speak to the health and vibrancy of the regions demographic realities and its multi-national framework.

“What we’re trying to do is set up a process where ideas can flow,” said de Groot. “Some of it might be to expand our community from a financial perspec-

tive. Some of it might be ways to enrich our community as far as the services are concerned.”

De Groot stressed that as the community enters 2015, it’s very important to recognize that things are changing across the region and Neepawa needs to be a community that embraces those realities.

“Council and myself require a lot of input into developing a planning process, as well as what is in the plan. Are we working on the right things? You talk about vision. I talk about growing our community as being that first and initial step,” stressed de Groot. “So, early in the new year, I want to have a series of community meetings in order to establish a dialogue between our community and council.”

Currently, there is no dates scheduled for these meetings to take place, though de Groot said he’d like to move forward on these gatherings as quickly as possible.

PHOTOS BY EOIN DEVEREUX

(Above) A pedestrian is bundled up and dealing with the weather as best she can.

Arden Men’s Bonspiel a success Submitted The Neepawa Banner There were 24 teams participating in the Arden Men’s Bonspiel the weekend of January 1, 2015.

Thank you to Terry Buechler and all the helpers who prepared the fantastic roast beef dinner on Friday. A big thank you to all the volunteers who continue to donate their time before, during and after the bonspiel, it is always appreciated.

You know who you are so give yourselves a pat on the shoulder for a job well done.

The spectators enjoyed an amazing performance of curling the whole weekend. Congratulations to all the winners. Thank you to our sponsors for their generous donations.

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Minnedosa’s 34th Annual Christmas Bird Count Submitted The Neepawa Banner They came from near and far and gathered on a Minnedosa street corner before dawn December 28th. Dressed warmly and armed with binoculars, the 12 were here for the 34th Annual Christmas Bird count. Soon the 12 were divided into 5 groups and began the day of counting as many birds as possible.

They would continue with this quest until dark had descended. Others participated in the count by reporting what they sighted at their feeders.

The Audubon Christmas Bird Count, in its 115th year, is run by the National Audubon Society in partnership with Bird Studies Canada. From December 14 through January 5 tens of thousands of volunteers throughout the Americas take part in an adventure that has become a family tradition among generations. Families and students, birders and scientists, armed with binoculars, bird guides and checklists go out on an annual mission – often before dawn. Audubon and other organizations use data collected in this longest-running wildlife census to assess the health of bird populations – and to help guide conservation action.

Local volunteers covered a 24 kilometre diam-

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eter circle surrounding Minnedosa, identified 29 species and recorded all birds spotted. Highlights of this year’s count was a lone goose nestled in the grass along the open water in Minnedosa, whitewinged crossbills were observed high in the tops of spruce trees, small flock of American goldfinches, Bald Eagle, 2 Evening Grosbeaks and 14 Dark-eyed Juncos spread through the count area. Black-capped Chickadees, being the most common bird, was spotted at all check points.

Did you know the chickadee has “black underwear� to help it stay warm in cold temperatures?

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Adjudicators are Sarah Hall (vocal) and Tannis Hoffer (piano)

Deadline to Entries: February 15, 2015 Information and entry forms available at Neepawa Public Library and from area music teachers.

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10:00..... Calvary Church, Minnedosa 10:30 .THHL - Farmers vs Cartwright 12:30 . Lily Fest ‘13 - FANA Dancers 1:30....... Service - Knox Presbyterian 2:45 ... Curling - Thurs Men’s League 5:15 .LVJ ‘14 - Adrienne Gaudry Band 7:30 ...... Service - Knox Presbyterian 8:15 ........Rorketon Rusalka Dancers Mon Jan. 12 6:00 ......Community Announcements 10:00 .....Curling - Wednesday Mixed 12:00 ....... Card Reads by Annie - #5 12:30 ...........Zemovay - The Starlites 2:30 ............. Harry’s Classic Theatre 4:30 N . eepawa United Church Service 5:45 ....Lily Fest‘14 - Filipino Night #2 7:00 ................................Coffee Chat 8:00 ...... MJHL - Natives vs Wayway Tues Jan. 13 6:00 ......Community Announcements 10:00 ....Hockey - Atom Tournament 11:30 ..............Lily Fest ‘13 Old Time Dance - Gaudry Boys 2:30 .... St. Dominic’s Church Service 3:45 ........ Lily Fest ‘13 - Charle Sage Fiddle Contest 7:00 ..............NAC TV BINGO - LIVE 8:30 ...Selkirk Aboriginal Redemption Centre Wed Jan. 14 6:00 ......Community Announcements 10:00 .....Hockey - Atom Tournament 11:30 .....Tanner Crossing Christmas Concert of Dec. 18 12:00 ..............................Coffee Chat 1:00 .............. NACI Presents Joseph 2:30 ...... Service - Knox Presbyterian 3:45 ....................... Katherine’s Farm 5:00 .......Hockey - Atom Tournament 6:30 ..................................Herb Dock 7:00 ........................ News and Views 8:00 ..........................Mayor’s Hotline 9:00 .............. NAM TV - Swamp Gas 9:30 ...........................Wrestling #112 10:00 ... THHL Farmers vs Cartwright

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Time for a new tactic

by Chad Carpenter

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ommunities have been waiting for over 100 years for the government to come along and “save” them.

Hundreds of communities have died playing the waiting game and many hundreds more are on life support.

In this area, the first semiserious attempt at permanent communities didn’t happen until 1800. Fort Whitemud was established somewhere near Neepawa in 1799 or 1800. I have never been able to establish the exact location. Journals of the day indicate it was within sight of Riding Mountain and west of Portage, known then as Fort la Reine.

In the 1870s, the fur traders were joined by farmers and businessmen. Westbourne was founded in 1873 and Gladstone shortly after that. Neepawa became official in 1883, as did many other towns. By 1900, the map was pretty much laid out with small towns and a few larger ones. The railway lines were established by then and some wagon roads were being maintained.

Since then, the number of towns has been in decline with the 1930s taking a big toll. The 1950s also took a huge toll on town populations. Every person who can remember the 1940s or even the 1950s can tell about “their” hometown and how on Saturday night, everybody came to town. The stores were open until midnight, the streets were lined with cars, pick-up trucks and even a few teams of horses.

Every little town has the same story.

Towns and villages of Manitoba were established indirectly by the government as it was the federal government that financed the railway and it was the railway that drove development.

In the 1950s, both the provincial and federal governments decided to cut back on spending in rural areas. Towns were forced to compete for government services and resources. Not every town got finances for a water

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Ken Waddell system, not every town got to keep the agricultural (Ag) office, not every town got to keep their school.

In the mid-1960s, the federal government fine tuned this competitive process with the competition for centennial grants to honour Canada’s 100th birthday in 1967. This was closely followed by provincial grants in 1970 to celebrate Manitoba’s centennial. Prior to the 1960s, there were really no such thing as government grants. Government funding came in the form of a military base, the RCMP office, the post office, the immigration office, the Ag office, the telephone office, the hydro office and the highways office.

The proliferation of grants didn’t really come until the centennial years.

What has happened is that communities have been waiting for 100 plus years for the government to attach the bib and force feed the communities.

First it was government money through railways, then it was government services money, then it was grants. Governments simply take a set amount of money and dole it out to the community that cries the loudest or puts on the best smile.

Now, with less people in many towns and some towns not even in existence, the services provided by government, and even the grants provided by government seem to be more scarce.

We can continue this system until there are only five communities and the City of Brandon in western Manitoba, or we can change things. The government should give out money destined

for communities on a per capita basis, per annum and in perpetuity. That system would be fair but it’s not likely to be adopted.

I have been promoting it for a decade but there is no indication that a majority of municipal leaders or government officials are buying into that policy.

Given that governments aren’t about to change and that government funding is likely to decrease, there’s only one option left. Communities need to do more stuff for themselves.

As an example, the Yellowhead Centre in Neepawa is debt free, in good physical shape and has about $100,000 in reserves.

That’s not near enough for a facility of that size but compared to other communities, it’s also in good financial shape. Built in 1971, partially out of the left overs from the salt well and the CPR rail station, the YHC has placed the Town of Neepawa in the enviable position of not having to invest $20 million in a new recreation facility. And, even better, the Town of Neepawa only puts $75,000 per year into the YHC. That’s cheap compared to a lot of communities. That is the way it should be. You can’t and shouldn’t wait for the government to continually put money into stuff that you want or need.

There are many other examples around western Manitoba but the point is, if you wait for the government to put on the bib, put the food in your mouth and then wait for the government to wipe your face afterwards, you may be sitting in your high chair, unfed, for a long time.

It’s time for communities to grab the spoon and start digging.

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very year since 2001, the minimum wage rate in Manitoba has gone up. In 13 years, it has increased from $6.25 an hour to $10.70 an hour, an increase of 71 per cent.

According to Statistics Canada, the profile of minimum wage workers hasn’t changed much between 1997 and 2013. It continues to include predominantly MY young workPERSPECTIVE ers, less-educated workers and workers in the service sectors.

After the ate most recent ackman tkinson increase, Manitoba has the fourth highest minimum wage rate in Canada, behind both Ontario and Nunavut, at $11 an hour, and the Yukon, at $10.72 an hour. The other prairie provinces, Saskatchewan and Alberta, have minimum wage rates of $10.20 an hour and even B.C., with its high housing costs, has a minimum wage of $10.25 an hour.

The provincial government has framed the minimum wage rate increases as a way of helping the province’s working poor by putting more money in their pockets. The problem is that in Manitoba, minimum wage increases also put more money into the government’s pockets.

While the minimum wage rate in Manitoba has increased, the basic personal exemption hasn’t. Manitoba has the fourth lowest personal exemption in Canada; meaning that in 2014, Manitobans could earn just $9,134 before they begin paying provincial income tax. In contrast, a worker can earn $11,138 before they begin paying federal income tax, $15,378 before paying income tax in Saskatchewan and $17,787 before paying income tax in Alberta.

Looking at it a different way, a minimum wage earner working full time (40 hours a week, 52 weeks a year) earns 83 per cent of their annual income tax free in Alberta, 72 per cent tax free in Saskatchewan and just 41 per cent tax free in Manitoba.

A minimum wage earner in Manitoba can’t even work half time (20 hours a week) without paying taxes. It sure doesn’t seem like the province is serious about keeping money in the pockets of minimum wage earners.

Many businesses have opposed minimum wage hikes and it isn’t because they don’t support their employees or want to take advantage of them. These wage hikes have a real cost to employers and there comes a point when it isn’t financially viable to hire another person or stay open extended hours. A few years ago, a local small business owner told me that by the time they added up all the payroll costs, it cost them $20,000 a year to hire a high school kid to work part time after school. Such a situation helps no one, not the economy, not the customer who would like increased convenience and service, not the business that would like to hire another person and certainly not the worker who would like a job, experience and income.

In the end, many businesses are left with no choice but to increase their prices, making life less affordable for all low income Manitobans, not just those earning minimum wage.

The goal of improving the lives of the working poor and their families is very important, but it’s time for a different strategy.

After 13 years of minimum wage rate increases, the reality is that there hasn’t been a significant decrease in poverty. The Social Planning Council of Winnipeg has noted that at best, poverty rates in Manitoba have remained constant. It has also noted that child poverty rates in particular are above the national average and have continued to rise and that food bank use in Manitoba is climbing. For some categories of clients, food bank use has doubled in the last 10 years.

After more than a decade, it’s pretty obvious that minimum wage rate hikes aren’t helping those who need it. Whether it’s by increasing the basic personal exemption, implementing a training wage to help get new workers in the door, or increasing welfare allowances, it’s time to look at other ways of helping the working poor. Manitoba’s businesses can no longer shoulder the burden alone.

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Opinion We may never know “why”

JANUARY 9, 2015

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he year 2014 ended in a way that the citizens of Edmonton, Alta. will never forget.

In the late hours of December 28, a man with a lengthy criminal record walked into a suburban home, shot and killed seven members of his family. The next day he went to another home, but when his intended target wasn’t there, he shot and killed the innocent person who was. He then went to a restaurant in nearby Ft. Saskatchewan and took his own life.

As more details emerged about the alleged killer, police learned that he had severe financial problems (most due to a gambling addiction) and a long history of domestic violence.

But were his problems, as extensive and serious as they were, enough to turn him into a mass murderer?

That’s the question investigators will be trying to answer over the next few weeks. They know how the victims died. But, according to Acting Deputy Chief Mark Neufeld, they

FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein may never know why.

“We struggle to try to put some sense to something like this,” he said. “We will chase down everything we can to try to find out the reasons why, because I think it’s important. But at the end of the day you try to import rational thought into an irrational act and, a lot of times, it just never comes.” No one could have said it better.

My heart aches for the families of all those who died in this senseless tragedy—and for the many others who, in the past year, have had to endure similar experiences. Their stories didn’t make the national news. But the pain they feel is no less intense.

Just like the families in Edmonton, they are trying to import rational thought into an irrational act and

it never comes.

The last 35 years of my life have taught me one thing. There are times when we may never know “why” things happen as they do. And perhaps that’s the way God intended it to be. Knowing “why” might satisfy our curiosity, but it won’t bring those who died so tragically back to life again. And it certainly won’t ease the pain of those who grieve the loss. Sometimes knowing “why” may actually make the pain worse and prolong the healing process.

So while I applaud the efforts of police forces across the country to figure out “why” events like the Edmonton tragedy happened, I won’t be upset if, when they finally close the files on those cases, they are no closer to an

answer than they are today. Instead, I choose to focus on those who are left behind—the families of the victims of these senseless tragedies.

They need our love, our support, our encouragement and our care. They need to know that we will accept them just as they are and that when they are in our presence, they are safe. They can say what they want to say and we will listen. They can vent their anger. They can ask all of the questions they want to ask. They can cry until they have no more tears to shed; and we will never rebuke or abandon them.

They also need to know that God loves them, cares about them and understands their pain. But if all they hear is words, it will do them no good. They need to see this love in action—and they will see it if you and I will love, accept and forgive them as God in Christ has loved, accepted and forgiven us.

Words describe life and memories

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twaddle- verb; to talk foolishly. Twaddler –noun; one that twaddles. May also be spelled twattle. I love onomatopoeia, words that sound like there meaning. Don’t most of us know a twaddler? Some words I meet in my quest for the perfect Scrabble win, some I meet in my random readings.

When I find an ‘aha’ word, I recall a statement made my one of my daughter’s when she was pre-school. An older sibling had been expounding on a trivial topic, the youngest, in a pause in the barrage, looked at me – ‘he’s just talking scribble.’

And I agreed. *a spot of heartening colour. For the first time the Christmas cactus brightened my home with a spot of colour. I rescued it as a broken branch from a mature cactus several years ago. I watched it slowly grow and spread. Each

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Rita Friesen season there would be pale pink nubs at the end of the stem. And each year it turned out to simply be another succulent leaf. Perhaps the universe knew that I longed for new growth, perhaps the plant, moving from a near frigid big room into the cosy warmth of the dining room, took heart at the love and bloomed. Looks of food for thought there! I appreciate the shaded deep pink blossoms. *full moon. It is crisp and brisk and oh so bright as the creatures and I leave the comfort of our home. A brief pause to listen to the wonder of

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his year I have given myself a big assignment. It is something I have never done before, but always wanted to do. It is a large commitment and I want to complete it. On January 1st I started to read my Bible every day and hope to finish it in a year. For most of the undertakings I do in life I need instructions to complete the task. This time I am following a daily

the silence interspersed with the winter sound of traffic, note the subtle shadows, and I turn to my fur covered companions and hiss through clenched teeth, - for goodness sake just go pee! *frozen laundry. There is a scent to sheets and towels that have line dried on a bright winter day. I chose to dry large items on the wash line. Back in the day, it was a necessity.

All items, large and small, were pinned to the wire line. Union suits stood guard over the aprons and, often, sagging rows of diapers. It was all out there for anyone passing by to

see. What a wonder when electricity and automatic clothes dryers reached the rural areas! It is amazing how much moisture is removed by a quick, hard, freeze. If I recall correctly, the items that required ironing, (and that included almost everything!) could be rolled, ready for their straightening. * clean floors. When the spirit moves I get out the scrub bucket and brush and give the floors a what for. I recall the time when floors were scrubbed, waxed and polished. There was an old worn out pair of my dad’s grey wool work socks that were salvaged for the polishing process.

Donning the socks we girls would slip and slide over the tiled floors until they shone. Every week. Now we can swish a pre-dampened mop across the floor, and then discard the soiled pad.

devotional book where it states every day what to read so I can read the whole Bible in a year. There really is no excuse because you can now even read the Bible on your Iphone or Ipad.

The Lord told Joshua to meditate on the book of the law day and night so he would do whatever was written in there and he would have good success (Joshua 1:8).

We need to be strong and of good courage this year and know that God is with us and will not fail us nor forsake us (Joshua 1:5,9). This can only happen if we put our trust in God and let Him have His way in our life.

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Letters Are we considering the loss of public image?

The founding mission statement in 1996 for the Neepawa and Area Lily Festival was “to put the town of Neepawa on the map...focusing on lilies,music, food and fun”. To squander that now widespread and admirable public image and waste the prolonged investment of community funds and creative energies of local citizens by abruptly canceling the event without further public dialogue, does seem a rather shallow examination of its long-term value and reputation. Surely, after nearly two decades of flowers, music, food and fun, the Neepawa Lily Festival deserves more consideration, imagination, innovation and public conversation than simply being killed by gathering 13 people on a cold, dark night in December when most people were busy with Christmas or did not know know there was a meeting.

Perhaps our new Mayor and Council will consider last month’s sudden deadly action to be of wider concern to the community-at-large and require a broader review.

Wayne Kines Neepawa

Farm Frustration Seasons Greetings to all those farmers who voted for the Harper Government!

Harper, Ritz and Anderson stole the farmer-owned Canadian Wheat Board which was run by farmers, paid for by farmers and returned all profits to farmers. It is now in the process of being given to its largest competitor Harper reduced the role of the Canadian Grain Commission which protected farmers from unscrupulous grading by multi-national grain companies.

He cut funding and eliminated the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s role in protecting consumers from unsafe drugs and food products, false advertising and enforced labeling.

He cut the Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration which operated 85 Community Pastures, water management, grants for wells & dugouts and provided trees for farms, community development, municipal governments etc. affecting not only those employed at Indian Head but those that benefited from the nursery. In the spring of 2011 the shelterbelt program shipped nearly 3 million seedlings to 7,500 rural people to create 1200 km of field shelterbelts, 2218 km of yard and 134km of riparian shelterbelts. These shelterbelts not only provide habitat for wildlife but also combat pollution.

Then Ritz announced that the government was setting up a 25 million dollar (taxpayer) grant to boost grain shipping through the Port of Churchill – a real windfall for OmniTrax Rail and multi-national grain corporations.

In 2011-12 Harper announced $418 million was being cut from Agriculture and Agri-Food budget.

And now, the federal government has issued a call for proposals to transfer and possibly sell off Agriculture Canada cereal crop research and plant breeding germplasm related to the devastating plant disease fusarium. Can the fate of our Public Research Stations be far behind?

The federal government has already stopped funding public plant breeding beyond the development of germplasm, which must then be sold to private breeders to develop varieties for commercialization. The new varieties so developed are privately owned and subject to plant breeders’ rights. Farmers, whose check-off dollars support this research, will pay yet again through the increased royalties that would be granted under UPOV ’91. This system of private interests benefitting twice – first by using public research funding and then by collecting royalties on seed and production – is unjust and against the public interest. Already world renowned scientists are being given the “Harper boot”.

In the words of Winnipeg MP Pat Martin, “Has the Minister lost his freaking mind?”

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Eileen Clarke joins P.C. nomination race in Agassiz

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner A new name has joined the race to become the new PC candidate for Agassiz MLA. Former Gladstone mayor Eileen Clarke has announced her intention to run for the Progressive Conservative nomination.

Clarke is the fourth person to formally declare, along with Sheri Grant, Kelly Wilson and Darryl Gerrard. The need for the nomination race arose when current MLA and PC party member Stu Briese declared that he will not be running in the next provincial election.

Clarke made the decision after completing her current term as mayor as of December 31st, a position she has held for the past eight years.

Clarke had run for head of council for the amalgamated municipality of WestLake Gladstone, but was defeated by former RM of Westbourne Reeve David Single. Clarke noted that after the election, the option of competing for the PC nomination was presented to her.

“I was actually approached two years ago to consider running for the position down the road. At that time, I still had two years left in my municipal commitments, so it was something that we did not focus on at the time,“ said

Clarke. “It was an opportunity that was presented to me again immediately after the municipal election. The option was still there, so after meeting with a bunch of different people. Discussing it with them and weighing my options, it was obvious that this was the next logical step.”

Along with serving as mayor of Gladstone, Clarke was also elected as a board member of the Association of Manitoba Municipalities. She held that position within the AMM until 2010 when she was elected as Urban Vice-President for an additional four years.

Within these positions she was appointed to several provincial government committees and boards.

She also served on national and international committees, often being asked to present her municipal experiences and committee reports at conferences all across Canada. Clarke believes that those experiences would serve her well in this new endeavour.

“I have a wealth of experiences, working as a part of municipal government and directly with the provincial government on a variety of issues,” said Clarke. “I have gained the respect of my peers at the legislature, both in the PC party and the NDP.” Clarke noted that she hopes residents of the

Agassiz constituency will give her the opportunity to be a strong voice for them.

“I’ve worked in many different facets within the municipalities. This riding is home base for me, so I’m pretty comfortable here,” said Clarke. “My experience is going to be vital.

I consider the province to be, politically in total disarray and I think you’ll going to need good, qualified people to fix it. People with background, people with experience because this work needs to start immediately after the next provincial election. Hopefully the PC party will be leading the way then creating a sustainable future for all Manitobans.”

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We discussed what we could do for our Christmas party and what we could do for someone else at Christmas time. Everyone agreed that we would bring baking and make trays of goodies to give to someone who would enjoy it this Christmas.

Heather and Gail talked about a horse’s keen sense of smell. We played a game where we had to smell 5 items with our eyes closed and guess what they were.

The smells were lemon, mint, lavender, coffee grinds and horse manure.

Many people guessed correctly. After we worked in our project books we had hot chocolate and cookies.

On November 30th we had our Christmas party at the Westbourne Longburn Community Centre. We a played a number of games

and went to see how to harness a work horse at Bryan Davies’. For dinner we had a potluck. After dinner we delivered some baking to people at First Crossing Courts. Everyone had lots of fun and it was an amazing Christmas party!

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French decoration for Kenton man

By Sheila Runions Banner Staff On Monday, Dec. 22 at an afternoon ceremony in his hometown of Kenton, John Carl Roseveare was awarded by order of the president of France, the rank of Knight of the French National Order of the Legion of Honour.

Gunner Roseveare served in the Second World War with seven different companies. He fought with British 21st Army Group under Field Marshall Bernard Montgomery; 1st Canadian Army under General Crerar; Gen. Folks’ 2nd Canadian Corps which accepted surrender from the German commander; 4th Armoured Division; 4th Armoured Brigade which worked alongside 10th Infantry Brigade; 23rd Field Regiment Self Propelled which was so large it consisted of three batteries and a headquarters station; and Royal Canadian Artillery 83rd Field Battery.

John was born in Sperling, Man. on Sept. 22, 1921 and grew up there (60 kilometres southwest of Winnipeg) on the family farm until he joined the artillery in January 1942.

John trained for a year in Manitoba, including Camp Shilo, before sailing overseas in January

1943 from New York. Following further training in England, he became a field mechanic, a tank driver and an instructor on Canadian Ram and American Sherman tanks.

From landing in Normandy, France in July 1944 near Caen, through to the end of the war and then occupation duties in Europe, John served his country until March 1946 when he was honourably discharged in Winnipeg.

During his years of service, Gunner Roseveare participated in several battles which led to the liberation of western Europe. He fought in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany, arriving in northwestern Germany near Rastede while on his way to Wilhelmshaven, Germany at the end of the war. Some of the more significant battle activities he engaged in were Falaise (France), Scheldt and Bulge (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, France), Hoch Wald Forrest and Kusten Canal (Germany). John remained on European soil until September 1945, and from May to July that year, he served in occupation duties, including the supervision of returning U-boats (German submarines) from the Atlantic.

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There is no need to thaw before baking. Bake in 375degree oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and baked through. of the Bulge near Brede, Holland on New Year’s Day 1945, Gunner Roseveare saved two boys from danger from an enemy fighter plane,” says John’s son Jack Roseveare. “One of them met Roseveare as a returning veteran, in May 1995 near Neede, Holland.

It was very emotional meeting for both men. Both cried.”

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Manitoba RCMP respond to fewer fatal collisions in 2014 Submitted The Neepawa Banner One death on Manitoba roadways is one too many, but 2014 saw a significantly lower number of fatal collisions than average. The RCMP have reported that in 2014, there were 68 fatal collisions on Manitoba roadways resulting in 73 deaths. In 2013, there were 81 fatal collisions resulting in 95 deaths. The five-year average between 2009-2013 for fatal collisions is 82.8 with 92 deaths.

In the eastern part of the province, there were 27 fatal collisions resulting in 30 deaths. There were 29

fatal collisions resulting in 30 deaths in the western Manitoba, and northern Manitoba saw 12 fatal collisions resulting in 13 deaths. Of the 68 fatal collisions, 59 were roadway crashes compared to 69 in 2013 and nine were off-road vehicle crashes, compared to 12 in 2013.

Many of the fatal collisions RCMP responded to in 2014 were preventable.

In 56% of the collisions, speed or driving too fast for road conditions was cited. Impairment by alcohol or drugs was involved in 43% of the collisions, with the average blood alcohol content of tested drivers being two and a

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In seatbelt-applicable crashes, 48% of the deceased were not wearing seatbelts. In off-road vehicle motorcycle crashes, 58% of the deceased were not wearing helmets.

One fatal collision is presumed caused by a driver using a hand-held electronic device while driving.

While the overall number of fatal collisions in Manitoba was lower in 2014, the fact remains that 73 Manitobans lost their lives on provincial roadways. The RCMP asks all motorists to slow down, buckle up, and drive sober.

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Submitted The Neepawa Banner “My father would be delighted to know that the land he farmed and loved was to become one of Ducks Unlimited’s newest conservation projects.”

Elaine Dornn, daughter of long time Minnedosa area resident and MLA Charles “Lem” Shuttleworth, was pleased to hear that Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) had successfully completed the purchase of a quarter section of land that was once part of the Shuttleworth family farm.

“The land has been in our family for as long as I can remember, certainly since before I was born, and I’m thrilled to know that it will remain intact as valuable wildlife habitat for years to come,” says Dornn. “My dad was always a big supporter of DUC.” Shuttleworth actively worked the family farm just southeast of Minnedosa until his election to the Manitoba Legislature in 1949. There he served as a Liberal-Progressive member for 10 years. Following his time in public office, he became the first chairman of the Canadian International Grain Institute, and was inducted in the Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame in 1996.

“The land had always been in grass as I recall, and over the years we rented it to neighbours to pasture their cattle,” says Dornn. “I can remember being on horseback as a young farm girl, rounding up the cattle and herding

them into a corner of the pasture for their owners to tend. I loved it.”

One of the most interesting aspects of this property is the complete lack of wetland drainage and degradation, says Mark Francis, Head of Conservation Programs for Ducks Unlimited Canada in Brandon.

“Mr. Shuttleworth and his family must have had a strong conservation ethic to have resisted the temptation to drain at least a few of those basins over the years,” says Francis.

“It’s fantastic to see all 46 ponds still performing as nature designed, producing a variety of ecological services for Manitoba.”

Francis says that when DUC acquires land in the Prairie Pothole Region, they typically need to plug ditches and drains in order to recover or restore wetlands that were lost or degraded. But in this case, it will only require managing the property to ensure it continues to provide those important services.

The property includes 49 acres of wetlands, as well as 22 acres of original native prairie uplands and 89 acres of cropland.

“We plan to convert the cropland to grasses, more typical of the area presettlement,” says Francis.

“Then we will manage the entire upland component every three to four years through a combination of grazing and haying, possibly followed up by burning.”

Francis says that this regime will ensure a strong and vigorous stand, suitable for nesting waterfowl

and other wildlife. Areas of undisturbed grass cover are vital to upland nesting ducks, such as mallards and blue-winged teal, to successfully hide their nests from predators.

Careful grass management will also ensure consistent value to cattle producers as they are invited to hay or graze the property during those management windows.

“Funding to acquire these projects comes from a variety of sources,” says Francis. “The Ducks Unlimited family is ground zero. The funds we raise at grassroots events across Manitoba and the United States leverage matching funds from a number of state governments.”

Those amounts are then matched by the US Fish and Wildlife Service under the North American Waterfowl Management Plan, and also leverage funding from the Government of Canada under the federal Natural Areas Conservation Program.

Francis says there are many partners involved in these projects, all seeking specific outcomes such as increased biodiversity, mitigation of climate change through storage of carbon, filtration of harmful nutrients and pesticides, and enhanced waterfowl production.

“This will be an outstanding legacy to my father and our family,” says Dornn. “Dad was always very much in tune with nature, and it is wonderful to know that the land will continue to be well cared for.

JANUARY 9, 2015

Strip tillage warms soil

By Elmer Kaskiw Farm Production Advisor - MAFRI The interest in growing more heat sensitive crops such as soybeans has created some renewed interest in the concept of “Strip Tillage”. Strip tillage creates a tilled 6-8 wide cultivated seedbed between undisturbed crop residues.

The soil in this region is allowed to warm up faster allowing for earlier planting and protection of the emerging crop from spring frosts. In most instances fertilizer is banded in the fall using strip tillage and then in the spring these same strips are seeded in the exact same blackened strips using a precision guidance system. This seeding method has been utilized primarily for the seeding of corn and soybeans in the US mid-west and Ontario however this seeding method would be applicable to much of Manitoba but especially in

Parkland soils where producers can benefit from earlier seeding, warmer soils and the reduced threat of spring frosts.

Strip tillage is not altogether a new concept in Parkland regions. Many producers will recall the Concord Air Seeder of the early1990’s where “ribbon seeding” was being advocated as a means of placing the seed into a 4-5 inch band of blackened soil. This blackened soil provided an ideal environment for soil warming and protection from late spring frosts to sensitive crops such as canola and flax.

The Concord Air Seeder had openers on 12 inch spacing equipped with an opener that spread the seed and starter fertilizer over the 4-5 inch cut leaving the row spacing between plants of 6-8 inches.

The advantages of strip tillage in Parkland soils would be reflected in both earlier seeding dates and

crops which are quicker to emerge and are better able to tolerate spring frosts.

Crops established sooner would take advantage of the longer day lengths in early summer, flower prior to the excessive heat in mid-summer, allow for better seed set and mature prior to an early fall frost.

Strip tillage would allow for higher heat unit crops such as soybeans to be grown allowing for some much needed crop diversity for producers in Parkland regions. Although much of the interest and research to date regarding strip tillage has been in row crops the greater potential may very well be in its use in Parkland regions. The Manitoba Pulse Growers Association is now funding research into various tillage types including strip tillage so stay tuned for some results going into the 2015 growing season.

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NeepawaNatives Midget Girls win bronze in Kenora girls blanked the East Winnipeg Stars White 1-0, tied the Dryden Clippers 3-3 and then defeated the host club from Kenora 2-1.

After the round robin portion of the weekend, Neepawa would face the Steinbach Millers in the Midget Bronze game. Neepawa emerged as the winner with a 2-1 shootout victory involving 6 shooters a side.

In the Gold Medal matchup, it was the Brandon Wheat Kings who captured the title with a 3-0 victory of the Treherne North Stars.

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner The Neepawa Natives girls midget team had a very successful weekend in Kenora. They were one of 22 clubs from across Manitoba and northern Ontario competing in annual Lake of the Woods Larry Bowen Memorial Tournament. The weekend featured bantam and midget level competition.

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By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner A disappointing December has been forgotten by the Neepawa Natives, as the team looks ahead to 2015. The club garnered just a single victory in the final month of 2014 but remains only a few wins out of the final playoff spot in the MJHL. Neepawa started its extended push to make the playoffs on Friday, Jan. 2 in Swan River against the Swan Valley Stampeders.

The Natives were able to end the evening with a single point, after taking the Stamps to a shootout, before falling 3-2.

Riley Hillis had a strong game, scoring both regulation goals for Neepawa, including one with just two minutes left in the third to send the game into extra time. Nothing was solved in overtime and a shootout was needed to decide a winner. In total, ten shooters went to the line before Tristen Mullin of Swan Valley was able to

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Neepawa Coach Dwayne Kirkup said this was the first time in over a month that the team has been healthy and able to ice its top players and it showed in their effort.

“Being healthy for the first time, in a long time, really made a difference,” said Kirkup. “Jaxon Elmes was back on the blue line and Alex Henry returned to help backstop us to a solid effort. We had a full roster and I thought they looked good. We had an opportunity to win in Swan River.

We took it to a shootout.

We didn’t get the result we wanted, but leaving with the single point was still a step in the right direction.”

Returning home, Neepawa would face a massive challenge on Sunday, Jan. 4 when the CJHL’s top team, the Portage Terriers came to town. Neepawa played extremely well but were unable to capitalize on their scoring chances, eventually falling 3-0.

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“I thought it was a real good hockey game. It’s amazing how much better we are when we are healthy.

This has been the first time in a while that’s the case.

It was a good game. Not the result we wanted but nothing to hang our heads about. We skated with the Portage Terriers and kept pace with them,” said Kirkup. “The questions coming into this game were ‘Are we willing to compete and are we going to be responsible in our own zone?’ and I thought we did both those things and really a couple of bounces here or there could have changed the narrative. It could have been a much different result.”

Kirkup notes that if Neepawa wants to secure a spot in the playoffs, the team will need to play the rest of 2015 with a sense of urgency.

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“We need to continue having the type of effort we had tonight in every game.

We need to be consistent.

When we are, this is a team that can compete with anyone else in the MJHL. We’re in a must-win situation now as the regular season gets closer to completion,” stressed Kirkup. “We’ve slipped a bit from the pack and we need some points. If we play like we did tonight for the remaining 27 or so games, we are going to find some real good results.”

Unfortunately, the Neepawa Natives were not able to maintain that type of effort on Tuesday, Jan. 6, as the team travelled to Winkler to face the Flyers.

Neepawa started the game with a strong first period and were able to take an early 2-1 lead off of goals from Shawn Pachet and Jacob Dickison.

Winkler was able to take command late in the second period however, with three goals, including a pair from forward Tristan Keck.

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MJHL Power Rankings - Week 16

Farmers start 2015 with a pair of wins

Three more wins to add to the Portage Terriers record.

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner

1) Portage Terriers (Last Week: 1)

They’re getting set to kick off a stretch that sees them on home ice for seven of their next eight contests.

2) Steinbach Piston (Last Week: 2) Four of a possible six points for the Pistons last week.

Steinbach is third in the league standings, but with two games in hand and just a point back of Winkler, that could change soon.

3) Winkler Flyers (Last Week: 4) Winkler had to work overtime to get three of a possible four points last week. They edged Steinbach 6-5 in OT on New Years Eve and then were clipped by Selkirk, 3-2 in a shootout.

4) Winnipeg Blues (Last Week: 3) A bit of a slow start to 2015 for the Winnipeg Blues.

They’re without a win after loss to Wayway (4-1) and Virden (3-2), both on home ice.

5) Virden Oil Capitals (Last Week: 4) Even though they’ve lost two of their last three (Both to Portage), the Virden Oil Capitals are still playing well.

They have points in seven of their last eight outings.

6) Selkirk Steelers (Last Week: 7) Five points for the Selkirk Steelers last week. The flavor for the Steelers right now is shootouts. Entering this week they’ve gone to four straight breakaway contests, winning three of them.

7) Swan Valley Stampeders (Last Week: 6) The Swan Valley Stampeders suffered their first regulation loss since November 22nd Sunday night. They’ll continue a five game road swing this week.

8) Dauphin Kings (Last Week: 8) Dauphin took part in just one game last week, winning 4-0 at home against Swan Valley. The schedule remains light for the Kings this week, but will pick up as the month goes on.

9) OCN Blizzard (Last Week: 9) The OCN Blizzard return from their Christmas break this week. They’ll wrap up eight straight on the road this weekend before returning to the GLMC for three in a row.

10) Waywayseecappo Wolverines (Last Week: 10) A win and a loss for Wayway to kick off 2015. They jumped up in the standings passing OCN for ninth, but the Blizzard have a game in hand.

11)Neepawa Natives (Last Week: 11)

The Neepawa Natives hold the MJHL’s longest active losing streak with ten straight games as of Jan. 6th.

It won’t get any easier for them.

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The Neepawa Farmers have began 2015 the exact same way they closed out 2014, with a home ice victory. The team began the second half of the Tiger Hills Hockey League season on Friday, Jan. 2nd with a 5-4 shootout win over the Carberry Plainsmen.

The game was a tight checking battle, which saw Cam Tibbett lead the way with a pair of goals for the Farmers. Devin Epp and Brett Levandoski also scored for Neepawa in regulation. After 65 minutes, Shane Levandosky scored the game winner in the shootout, which saw about a half dozen player from each club take to the ice to shoot.

On Saturday, Jan. 3rd, the Farmers faced off against the Cartwright Clippers and were able to win 7-4. Neepawa was able to secure the lead early in the first period with a goal from Lance Nugent and Bryan White. Cartwright cut the lead in half before the end of the first with a goal from Taylor Bramwell at 14:08.

In the second period Tanner Fluker of Cartwright scored at 8:12 to tie the game at 2-2. The Farmers were able to retake

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The Neepawa Farmers secured a victory over Carberry in a shootout on Friday, Jan 2nd. their two goal lead when Jeremy Hodgins and Lance Nugent scored at 10:50 and 11:49 respectively. That advantage didn’t last long however, as the Clippers replied with a pair before the end of 40 minutes to make the score 4-4 entering the final period.

Neepawa was able to take complete control of the game in the final frame with three goals in the last eight minutes to make the final 7-4. Ian Hockin scored the eventual game winner

Yellowhead Chiefs veteran commits to SAIT Submitted The Neepawa Banner The AAA Midget Female Yellowhead Chiefs have confirmed that team captain Tashel Scantlebury has committed to continue her hockey career with the SAIT Trojans in Calgary, Alberta.

The Trojans play in the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference.

Scantlebury is a four year veteran of the Yellowhead Chiefs and is a solid defender who contributes offensively as well, with 4 goals and 10 assists in 25 games this season.

An honors student at Birtle Collegiate, Scantlebury plans to study in the field of Rehabilitation Therapy at SAIT.

at 12:26, with an assist from Bryan White. Lance Nugent secured a hat trick with a marker at 16:51 and Cam Tibbett added the seventh and final goal for the Farmers at 18:45.

With the pair of weekend wins, the Farmers have improved to 12-4-1 and accumulated 25 points, good enough for first place in the THHL Eastern Division. The Gladstone Lakers are five points back of top spot at 10-5-0.

The Lakers’ game against

Cartwright on Friday, Jan. 2 was postponed due to weather. On Saturday, Jan. 3, the Lakers defeated Swan Lake 5-4 in overtime.

Eve Hanneson led the way for Gladstone, with three goals and an assist. Devon Smith also had a big night for the Lakers with a goal and four assists.

In the Western Division, Killarney remains the top team with a 12-2-1 record and 25 points, that three points better than the Hartney Blues.

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Ladies High Single & Triple – Bev Chapski 219 & 523. Men’s High Single – Wilfred Walker 223. Men’s High Triple – Norman Kendall 565.

Other Scores to Note: Vivian Oswald 183, 171; Abe Enns 170; Frank Porada 152, 160, 177; Eleanor Scott 159, 186, 157; Bev Chapski 156; Ellen Grudeski 162; Melvin Oswald 152; Josie Chemerika 152, 153; Vernita Potrebka 153, 155, 172; Len Pritchard 186, 168, 196; Pauline Hailstone 167, 176; Norman Kendall 199, 216, 150; Myrnie Kroeker 208, 179; Wayne Gork 180, 211; Wilfred Walker 167, 152; Clay Searle 169; Bud Amy 170.

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Fond memories linger every day. Remembrance keeps him near. Always remembered and sadly missed by his sister, Viola (Vi) Dilling _____________________ In memory of Homer Gill. That man is special who dares to dream and pursues it using his head for himself and his heart for others. That man is special who strives to leave the world better than he found it. God gives us comfort in the form of good friends. Go Now In Peace. Missing you always. Wilma

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I would like to thank Carberry Care Home staff for the kindly care of Norman; our family and friends for flowers, phone calls, visits, food, cards during those last difficult days surrounding our great loss; caring services of White’s Funeral Home; the fine memorial service of Murray Farquhar; as well as work of providing lunch by the beautiful young people and spouses from the Carberry Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Your kindnesses will not be forgotten. Thank you. Sarah Clauss

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Thank You The Mowat family extends their heartfelt thanks to family, friends and neighbours. The love, kindness and overwhelming support given to us during this difficult time with the passing of our Mom and Nana, Joy Mowat, is certainly appreciated. We thank Dr. Eva Berman-Wong and the staff at Third Crossing Manor for their loving care.

Thank you to Lynne Sanderson for her thoughtful and meaningful service; to Sherry Hanna and the Gladstone United Church Choir for the beautiful music; to the UCW for the lovely lunch; and to Clarke’s Funeral Home for their assistance, compassion and professionalism.

We are also extremely appreciative to everyone who sent prayers, cards, food, flowers and donations to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba and the Gladstone United Church Memorial Fund in memory of Mom. God bless you all, your thoughtfulness and kindness will always be remembered. May this Christmas season bring you closer to all those that you treasure in your heart.

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Jule Santo September 1, 1929 December 29, 2012

Another year has passed since the day the one we loved was called away.

No longer in our lives to share, but in our hearts you’re always there.

We think of you today and all the days before.

Deeply missed and lovingly remembered by your family The Rossnagels and Courts

Birth Bailee, Logan and Jaxon are excited to announce the arrival of their baby sister Zoe Elizabeth Podruski.

Zoe's parents, Scott and Kerri, welcomed her to their family on November 5th, 2014 at 8:30pm with the wonderful support and care from midwives Kari and Alfred. Zoe tipped the scale at 9lbs 5oz and was 21.5 inches long. Proud grandparents are Glenn & Dianne Nylen of Minnedosa and Ken & Edna Podruski of Erickson. Kerri & Scott would like to thank all the midwives for the amazing care mom and baby have received.

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We wish to thank the following places of business and their staff who accepted donations on behalf of our fundraising project, “light a memory bulb in honour of a loved one”.

Neepawa Health Centre, It’s Time, Neepawa Pharmacy, Harris Pharmacy, True Hardware, Neepawa Home Hardware, Neepawa Banner, Neepawa Press and Sears at Kerreens Clothing.

This contribution of time helped make this a very worthwhile fundraising project raising $1,295.00.

Thank you to NAC-TV for special programming to allow viewers to remember those loved ones who were remembered by family and friends in the lighting of a memory bulb.

Thank you to those who purchased bulbs in memory of a loved one and to those who gave generous donations.

This annual event helps to provide a warm glow during the holiday season. Thank you to the Palliative Care volunteers and committee members for your commitment to the program.

A very special thank you to the town work crew who assemble and decorate our tree and to the people who donate a tree every year. Your continued support and commitment is greatly appreciated.

May you find happiness and peace in 2015.

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On December 25, 2014 Robert Douglas Wilson of Gladstone, MB passed away suddenly at the Neepawa Hospital at the age of 83 years.

Born January 28, 1931 at Morden, MB to Robert Magnus and Olive Wilson.

He lived at Indian Head SK from July 1931 to July 1945 when he moved with his parents to Gladstone, MB. He attended the University of Manitoba graduating in 1954 with a B.S.A. He was a farmer all his adult life and loved every minute of it.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Dorothy; step children Kathryn Gabor, Ronald (Barb) Gabor, Brad (Andrea) Gabor and Shane (Tarrie) Gabor. As well as nephews Bob, Grant and Alan Dixon and nieces Nancy Horobetz and Susan Edmundson. In Bob’s own words he was a grandfather to numerous grandchildren; Michael, Dustin and Rory; Arden, Bria, Zane, Julian Alexa and Austin and three great grandchildren; Dylan, Ty and Harley.

Predeceased by his father, mother, brother Donald and sister Dorothy Dixon.

We ask those whose lives he touched to take a private moment to remember him.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his name to his beloved Gladstone Golf & Country Club, Box 91, Gladstone, MB R0J 0T0 or to the Gladstone Skating Rink, Box 389, Gladstone, MB R0J 0T0.

A Private Family Service was held on Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at Clarke’s Funeral Chapel in Gladstone with Interment at the Gladstone Cemetery.

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www.neepawabanner.com Obituary Mike Zdan Peacefully with his family at his side, Mike Zdan of Alonsa, Manitoba, passed away on December 29, 2014, at the Ste. Rose Hospital at age 84 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Mike was born on September 20, 1930, and was the sixth child born to John and Nellie Zdan. He lived on the family farm, which was his parents’ homestead, which will be 100 years old in 2015. He attended Iris School.

He is survived by his special friend Elaine Brown and her family; his siblings Sam Zdan, Effie Szymesko, Pauline Senkowski, Edward (Sherian) Zdan all of Alonsa, Manitoba, and Eleanor (Erle) Stone of Edson, Alberta, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents John & Nellie Zdan; sisters Victoria Zdan, Ellie Sul, Anne Zdan and Hattie Zdan; and his brother Tom Zdan; sisters-in-law Sharon Zdan and Annie Zdan; and brothers-in-law Mike Senkowski, Steve Sul and John Szymesko.

Farming was his passion and he continued farming until fall of 2014. He taught many of his nephews the fine points of farming. He still raked hay this year and always thought raking “was his job.”

Mike played baseball with the 55+ “Young At Heart” team. He enjoyed curling, but his great passion was hockey – he never gave up on the Detroit Red Wings.

He attended and chauffeured players to numerous hockey games. When at the rinks – he could be seen cheering and spectator-coaching.

Mike spent countless hours volunteering at the rink and painting lines, at bingo and helping out wherever someone needed a helping hand.

He loved travelling and was fortunate to travel Canada wide and into the United States.

He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Prayers for Mike were offered on Friday, January 2, 2015 at 7:00 pm from St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church in Alonsa. Funeral Liturgy was held on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at 11:00 am from the Alonsa Community Centre. Rev. Fr. Emil Kardasinec officiated with the interment following in the St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery. Marion Robulak served as cantor. Cross bearer was Jannalee Szymesko and the eulogy was given by Caroline Cabak and Tannis Zdan.

Active pallbearers were Leonard Zdan, Russell Sul, Larry Szymesko, David Senkowski, Curtis Zdan and Ken Sul. All of Mike’s nieces, nephews and special friends were to consider themselves as honorary pallbearers.

Should friends so desire, donations may be made in memory of Mike to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 9Z9 or to St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Box 37, Alonsa, MB, R0H 0A0.

Sneath-Strilchuk Funeral Services, McCreary Chapel in care of arrangements, 204-835-2004, www.sneathstrilchuk.com.

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Applicants must possess or be willing to attain a Class 2 License and a School Bus Operator’s Certificate.

Duties to commence as arranged.

Successful applicants must complete a Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check.

Applications, which are to include a copy of your driver’s abstract and references, will be received until NOON, Monday, January 19, 2015.

Direct all inquiries and applications to: Warren Rainka Transportation Supervisor Beautiful Plains School Division Box 700 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 Tel: (204) 476-5009 Fax: (204) 476-5048 Email: wrainka@bpsd.mb.ca

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• 40 hours per week for full time and approximately 20 hours per week for part time starting immediately • Every second weekend, Saturday and Sunday • hardware general knowledge, computer literacy an asset. Duties include, sales, customer service, merchandising and more • Some lifting required • Health and dental benefits available for full-time Drop off resume in person to: 268 Hamilton Street, Neepawa, MB Or email to: Tru.hardware@mymts.net Building Materials • Paint • Plumbing • Electrical

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Seasonal Positions Fire Crew Member $47,146 to $53,292 per annum .50 Full Time Equivalent

Anticipatory Seasonal Staffing invites applications for a full time (5.75 hrs. per day)

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT at Neepawa Collegiate

This position will commence on a date mutually agreed to by the successful applicant and the Division.

The ability or experience of working with junior and senior high school students will be considered an asset.

The successful candidate must complete Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry checks.

Previous applicants must confirm their interest in this position by contacting the Division Office at 476-2388.

Send resume including references by NOON, Friday, January 16, 2015 to: Rhonda Dickenson Coordinator of Student Services Beautiful Plains School Division Box 700 Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 TEL: (204) 476-2388 FAX: (204) 476-3606 EMAIL: bpsd@bpsd.mb.ca Only those selected for a short list will be contacted.

Others are thanked for their interest now.

Resource Management Officer II $56,007 to $68,140 per annum

Resource Management Officer I $50,915 to $61,942 per annum

Maintenance Worker II $21.15 to $22.99 per hour

Heritage Presenter $41,110 to $46,279 per annum

Visitor Services Attendant $21.64 to $23.52 per hour

Visitor Facilities Attendant $17.59 to $19.12 per hour

Salaries quoted are based on full time year-round employment.

Salaries/wages are currently under review

Closing : January 28, 2015 Late applications will not be accepted For information on how to apply visit our website or contact Human Resources 204-848-7210 RMNP.HR@pc.gc.ca

www.parkscanada.gc.ca/riding Summer Student Employment Opportunities

To apply online for Student positions for Parks Canada in Riding Mountain National Park go to www.jobs.gc.ca. under the Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP).

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Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited with its head office located in Winnipeg has been in the agriculture business for over 100 years. We have approximately 1300 employees across Canada and the Northern U.S. and operate a variety of subsidiary companies covering many aspects of the Agricultural field. We offer a positive working environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and the opportunity to contribute and succeed within a growing Canadian company.

Administrative Assistant II Gladstone, Manitoba

We are currently seeking an Administrative Assistant (Level II) responsible for reviewing the details and specifications of accounts and processing grain settlements for producers. This position provides information to producers regarding special rates in consultation with the General Manager and accurately records shipment and safety data. This position may be responsible for tracking timesheets and expenses for the location, as well as contributing to the procurement of grain for the facility.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Grain procurement.

• Processing grain settlements for producers.

• Performing exceptional customer service.

• Tracking timesheets and expense reports for the facility and sending to head office.

• Maintaining Safety/HACCP & C-TPAT records and documentation.

• Railcar shipment documentation & data entry.

• Assisting with grain contracts & invoicing as required.

Qualifications: • 1-2 years in an office/clerical/administrative role.

• Knowledge of or previous experience in the agricultural industry (an asset).

• Knowledge of or previous experience in balancing accounts/ bookkeeping.

• Customer service and interpersonal skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.

• Decision making skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Interested and qualified applicants should submit a résumé and cover letter by January 20, 2015 to: Clint Rogers, Email: crogers@pandh.ca We thank all those for applying but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

P&H is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

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Manitoba Community Newspaper Association Province-wide Classifieds EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Logging contractor with mechanical equipment needed to harvest app. 20,000m3 or more of softwood & possibly some hardwood.

Stump to dump contract.

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Help Wanted The Disability Tax Credit $1,500 Yearly Tax Credit $15,000 Lump Sum Refund (on avg) Covers: Hip/Knee Replacements Back conditions and

freight deck division. Paid by direct deposit, benefits and company fuel cards. Border crossing required with valid passport and clean criminal record. 1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com.

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BATTERIES FOR EVERYTHING. Automotive, farm, construction, ATV, marine, cycle, golf carts, solar, phones, tools, radios, computers etc. Reconditioned, obsolete and hard-to-find batteries. SOLAR equipment. The Battery Man. Winnipeg. 1.877.775.8271 w w w. b a t t e r y m a n . c a BOXING WEEK SALE CONTINUES! SAVE 20-60% OFF Clearance specials in all product lines in our store. Pay no PST on all regular priced furniture. Some of the PRECHRISTMAS SPECIALS will be extended into the BOXING WEEK SALE! For example queen Beautyrest pocketcoil set $650 and $795 on 12 drawer Queen storage bed with bookcase headboard. Sale hours: Mon.-Fri. 10am-8pm, Sat. 10am-6pm & Sun. 12pm-6pm. Call KDL Furniture at 204-571-1971.

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Notice

Notice of Surplus Proceeds at Auction at Town of Neepawa Tax Sale TO: ESTATE OF MATT SIEMAS RE: Excess from Proceeds of a Tax Sale LORNE ALLAN SIEMAS – Registered Owner AT NEEPAWA AND BEING: LOT 10 SP 7368 NLTO SUBJECT TO SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS TO MINES MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS PARTICULARLY DEFINED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN SE 1/4 32-14-15 WPM– 49 MAIN STREET WEST Roll # 163900 On November 19, 2014, the above noted property was sold at public auction to recover tax arrears.

The property was sold for a price that exceeds the tax arrears and costs by more than $200.

The excess amount at the date of this notice is $36,885.18.

Pursuant the terms of section 380 of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that you are entitled to make an application to the Court of Queen’s Bench for an order for payment of all, or part of the excess.

Every person entitled to notice of the tax sale may apply to the Court within 3 years after the auction, for an order for such payment. You may wish to consult with a lawyer regarding the process required to bring this matter before the Court.

Dated this 22nd day of December, 2014.

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Colleen Synchyshyn Chief Administrative Officer Town of Neepawa (204) 476-7603 This Notice is published for the purpose of effecting substitutional service upon MATT SIEMAS as set out in the said Notice pursuant to order of the District Registrar dated July 31, 2014.

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Passion for agriculture required Relationship Manager, Neepawa (file 271-14/15) Manage relationships with local producers and be responsible for a developing loan portfolio. You’ll tailor financing packages to meet your customers’ needs, including both lending and non-lending products, and help them build success. You have at least three years of experience in agriculture finance or sales and a degree in 15012ff00 agriculture, business or commerce (or equivalent). A professional agrologist designation is an asset. Closes January 19, 2015.

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Does this sound like the workplace you’re looking for? Visit fcc.ca/Careers to apply.

RM of North Cypress-Langford

As of January 1, 2015 the RM of North Cypress and the RM of Langford amalgamate to become the RM of North Cypress-Langford.

Please be advised that during the transition from the Langford office in Neepawa to the North Cypress-Langford Office in Carberry there are going to be some challenges that the staff will have to face such as computer program switchover, year end, amalgamating the tax rolls and so forth. Please be patient with the staff as we undergo this transition period as there will be some time delays due to the computer programming.

Any outstanding 2014 payments can still be mailed to the RM of Langford’s office in Neepawa as the mail will be checked twice a week for the month of January and someone will be in the office sporadically to finish up month end and year end. As we move forward into 2015 all matters are to be addressed at the North CypressLangford Office 316-4th Avenue, Carberry, MB R0K 0H0 and the phone number is 204-834-6600.

The website will be up to date and full of information for all the citizens. Also please check the facebook pages for the Town of Carberry/RM of North Cypress-Langford for any upcoming information. If you have any information to add to the facebook page please contact Tricia Zander at 204-834-6616.

If you have any questions or concerns please feel free the contact the CAO Sandra Jones at 204-834-6600 or the Reeve of RM of North Cypress-Langford Bob Adriaansen at 204-834-3496.

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The ice isn’t always cleaner on the other side

The holiday season is usually the time of the year when people will overspend on big ticket items and argue with their loved ones about it. It seems as though municipalities are the same way with town council in Minnedosa recently voting in favour of taking out a $3.5-million debenture to assist in the construction a new recreational facility. The total price for phase one of the arena development, according to the most recent feasibility study, is estimated at around $9.3-million.

This has been a long standing and at times contentious issue in the community of just over 2,500 people. While there are only a select few who don’t see a need for a new facility to replace the existing arena, which was built in 1947, concerns over the cost and scope of the proposal have kept many people debating its merits in coffee shops across the region for the past few years.

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Eoin Devereux however, as there are still people who refuse on general principle to ever go near the grounds of the PCU Centre in Portage la Prairie, let along step foot inside the new facility. When it was first proposed, there were protests at Portage city hall and threats of a lawsuit over the issue. Most of the tension over that project developed from fear over substantial tax rate increases and unhappiness with the selected location on Island Park. Almost five years after the doors opened, the PCU Centre is still a topic that can illicit grand debate…and by grand debate, I mean harsh shouting matches.

But I’m sure it’ll be different in Minnedosa.

Hurt feelings over a new

recreation centre were also par for the course in Killarney during the construction of the Shamrock Centre, which opened in 2008. People were up in arms about their taxes and cost overruns. The issues became so great that mayor Brian Moore quit after councillors voted to increase borrowing for the complex, feeling it was too extravagant for a community of around 2,200 residents. Moore stated the combined cost of the new facility, as well as the sewer and water cost, would put an awful lot of burden on the taxpayers of such a small community.

But I’m sure it’ll be different in Minnedosa.

Just down the road in the town of Rivers, the plan for the Riverdale

Community Recreation Complex became a massive, emotionally-charged debate. The initial cost estimate of about $6.5 million included about $2 million to be raised by a special property levy, which averaged out to an additional cost of about $345 per year over 15 years for area ratepayers. Suffice it to say, many people were not lining up to cut that cheque.

In Minnedosa, Mayor Ray Orr has recently stated that public hearings on the proposed new Rec. Centre will be held later this month. If recent history from other communities is any indicator those hearings are going to have some grand debate…and by grand debate, I of course mean harsh shouting matches.

I may be wrong in my assertions, but with so many recent examples of spending gone wild across the province when it comes to arena projects, it’s hard to be optimistic.

I just hope that it’ll be different in Minnedosa.

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Environment Canada has proposed a Recovery Strategy for the threatened Golden-winged Warbler, as required under the federal Species at Risk Act (SARA).

The Golden-winged Warbler is a small migratory songbird that is only present in Canada during its breeding season (from around May to August). It can be found in Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec (with limited occurrences in Saskatchewan).

The proposed recovery strategy outlines steps to conserve the Golden-winged Warbler and identifies areas of critical habitat important for the species recovery.

You are invited to comment on the proposed recovery strategy for the Golden-Winged Warbler. View the strategy and provide your comments online at www.sararegistry.gc.ca (click on link in “New Publications & Reports” section).

For more information, please contact: Canadian Wildlife Service Environment Canada 9250 49th St. NW Edmonton, AB T6B 1K5 Email: SARA.PNR@ec.gc.ca Tel: 1-855-245-0331 (toll free) Please provide your comments by March 1, 2015.

Environnement Canada a proposé un programme de rétablissement pour la Paruline à ailes dorées, une espèce menacée, comme l’exige la Loi fédérale sur les espèces en péril (LEP).

La Paruline à ailes dorées est un petit oiseau migrateur qui n’est présent au Canada qu’au cours de la période d’accouplement (environ de mai à août).

On la retrouve au Manitoba, en Ontario et au Québec (elle est présente en nombre limité en Saskatchewan).

Le programme de rétablissement proposé décrit les étapes à effectuer pour préserver la Paruline à ailes dorées et il indique les secteurs où se trouvent des habitats essentiels et importants pour le rétablissement de l’espèce.

Nous vous invitons à laisser vos commentaires sur le programme de rétablissement proposé de la Paruline à ailes dorées. Consultez le programme et donnez vos commentaires en ligne à l’adresse www.registrelep.gc.ca (cliquez sur le lien dans la section « Nouvelles publications et rapports »).

Pour de plus amples renseignements, communiquez avec : Service canadien de la faune Environnement Canada 9250, 49e rue Nord Ouest Edmonton (Alberta) T6B 1K5 Courriel : SARA.PNR@ec.gc.ca No de téléphone : 1 855 245 0331 (numéro sans frais) Veuillez fournir vos commentaires d’ici le 1er mars 2015.

Recovery Strategy for the Golden-winged Warbler

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Thank you for helping to conserve Canada’s species at risk.

Nous vous remercions de contribuer à la protection des espèces en péril.

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New Year’s baby arrives at Neepawa Health Centre

By Eoin Devereux The Neepawa Banner For Bruce and Candace Elliott of Carberry, it was the perfect way to ring in the new year.

The family welcomed their brand new baby boy on Monday, Jan. 5 at the Neepawa Health Centre.

The child, who has been named Michael Owen Elliott, was the first child to be born in 2015 at the medical facility and arrived shortly after 2:02 pm on Monday.

Michael Owen weighed in at a healthy ten pounds and one and a half ounces when he came into the world.

For the Elliott family this is their third child but their first boy. Michael’s older sisters are said to be looking forward to his arrival home.

The Neepawa Banner, as well as management and staff both with the Neepawa Health Centre and Prairie Mountain Health wish to extend a heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Bruce and Candace Elliott and their family.

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PHOTOS BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Bruce and Candace Elliott with their new arrival, Michael Owen Elliott