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By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
While the celebrations for Dan Mazier were a tad subdued in Minnedosa on election night, they were still very much genuine and heartfelt for Riding Mountain’s Conservative incumbent.
Mazier earned a trip back to Ottawa on Monday, Apr. 28, by amassing 28,165 votes to win re-election within the electoral district. That amount was 67.1 per cent of the local votes cast. That figure is an increase of almost eight per cent from his 2021 election tally.
Meanwhile, local Liberal candidate Terry Hayward finished second with 9,524 votes (22.7 per cent), and Andrew Maxwell of the NDP picked up 3,146 votes (7.4 per cent). Jim Oliver of the People’s Party and Liz Clayton with the Green each received 1.3 per cent of the vote.
Mazier was one of the 144 Conservative candidates to have won in the Federal Election. While that is one of the party’s best results nationally in almost 40 years, it was still not enough to catch the Liberal Party of Canada, who won a minority government, with 169 elected.
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By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press
A weekend full of fun is coming to Neepawa this month. From May 23 to 25, the town will become a hub of activity as it hosts the annual Neepawa and District Chamber Fair.
According to Chamber president Ally Potrebka, preparations for the 2025 fair are going very well and enthusiasm is prevalent.
“We are excited to bring back events and have new community groups join us in this year’s festivities,” said Potrebka.
Potrebka added, “We are excited to bring back Select Shows Midway and their numerous rides for kids of all ages!”
The Neepawa and District Chamber of Commerce is optimistic that this year’s edition will build upon the succcess the event has been able to build up over the last decade.
tion for the community at large,” said Potrebka. “We hope everyone will come out and take in the games, rides, and food and make this a weekend to remember.”
Potrebka also noted that volunteer help to aid in making the event a success is always welcome.
“We encourage Chamber members and the public to support the Fair through volunteerism and help us create a fun and safe event for everyone attending,” said Potrebka. “We have two hour shifts available throughout the weekend which help to keep the grounds clean and organized for attendees.”
“We’re excited for Rotary: The New Wave Neepawa to host a Colour Run and the Spring Fever Bike Races to be happening that weekend too,” said Potrebka. “A full list of events will
While a full itinerary isn’t available to the public at this time, there were some early details able to be shared. In addition to the midway provided by Select Shows, the weekend’s activities will also include attractions and events such as pony rides, the reptile gardens, food trucks, and returning annual events from Cats TNR, Neepawa Legion, Enns Brothers and the Neepawa Garden Club.
be released in advance of the Fair so people can plan their weekend.”
This year is also a special occasion, in that it will be the 10th edition of the annual fair.
“Neepawa & District
Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 10th Annual Chamber Fair. It has become an event the community looks forward to every year and we’re happy that it has grown into a weekend of celebra-
Those who are available and able to lend a helping hand are asked to sign up by contacting the Neepawa & District Chamber of Commerce via email at: info@ neepawachamber.com.
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The Town of McCreary was alive with activity on April 26 and 27 as they marked the 13th anniversary of its beloved Maple Syrup Festival, which celebrates local culture, tradition, and the sweet bounty of the Manitoba Maple.
The Maple Syrup Festival featured many activities like a sugar bush walking tour, which taught patrons how local producers harvest sap from the Manitoba Maple Tree, a market packed with vendors, and Indigenous workshops such as beading, traditional medicine, and pemmican making. The event also made sure attendees left with a full stomach, including a pancake breakfast, maple syrup dessert competition, and maple syrup on snow. The festival rolled out an impressive lineup of music over the two days, including selections from The Asham Stompers, the Maeghan Bradley Memorial Steppers, Cameron Campbell, The Anderson Trio, and Chantal Crivea.
One of the event organizers Pam Little said it was a success.
“People came from all over Manitoba to enjoy and learn at a Manitoba Maple bush. Festival goers were happy with good food, fun and music all weekend.”
Little thanks the volunteers and sponsors who made the festival happen.
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By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press
125 years ago, Morning, May 2, 1900
Note: The entries for 1900 are from The Neepawa Register, as The Press for that year is not fit for regular handling.
Franklin: Tenders are now asked for the erection of a manse in our village. The contract will be let the 12th of this month.
Glenholm: The price of butter has already fallen to 15 cents in Arden. What will it be later on? It would be a good time now for newspaper farmers to show up the advantages of mixed farming.
100 years ago, Friday, May 1, 1925
A hidden hole competition is arranged by the ladies golf club for Wednesday, May 6 at 2:30 p.m. A full turnout is expected.
Earl Muir has relinquished his position with Jno. Kerr & Co. and accepted that of travelling salesman for W. H. Guinn, proprietor of the Neepawa Marble Works.
Birnie: Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Roberts, who motored down here from Regina, Sask., last week had a very interesting trip. The first day out (Wednesday) they had good roads all day, making Moosomin that night. On Thursday, their luck did not hold out. When they reached Fleming, they struck rain and much mud, being stuck for some time on the outskirts of Fleming. By Thursday evening, they got to Brandon without further mishap, spending the night there. On Friday, they got to Carberry at noon, with the rain still pouring. In Carberry they received no
hope of getting to Neepawa, but after waiting a couple of hours they started out. They struck Neepawa. Then took the Union Road to Orange Ridge, within three miles of town. There they left the car, borrowed a baulky horse, which, with the kind help of a rider met on the way, brought them safely to town, about 12:30 at night. They spent Sunday with her sister, Mrs. Chambers.
On Monday, Mr. Roberts took the train to Gilbert Plains, where he will take the position of manager of the Standard Bank. Mrs. Roberts and small daughter will remain here for a time.
Arden: Harold Jackson, of the Arden saddlery, has bought a new machine and the necessary tools for repairing and making auto tops and is installing same this week.
Eden: The Tuxis Square, under the able leadership of their youthful leader, Dick, decorated the church grounds by levelling the lawn and planting trees around the front.
Birnie: Why bring your small and dirty eggs to the store. When the pool refuses them. Eat them. Times are changing.
Kelwood: E. Saddleton, manager of the local Standard Bank, has received work to move to the Winnipeg offices shortly.
McCreary: The roads are drying up very quickly and we would suggest tk the councillors to drag before they get too hard so they may pack level instead of digging into ruts.
McCreary: Winnie and Seede shipped another car of cattle and hogs this week.
Franklin: A meeting of the tennis club was held in Freeman’s store on Tuesday night when Mr. Bruce was elected
president; Bob Freeman, vice president; and Viola Stewart, secretary.
Glencairn: Be a man–Join the wheat pool and bust up the grain exchange before it busts you.
75 years ago, Thursday, May 4, 1950
Born in Neepawa Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. G. A. O’Hara (nee Jean Dale) of Roblin, Man., a daughter, Cora Lynne.
Oberon: Congratulations to Kay Oliver for winning first place in the public speaking contest at Riding Mountain last Friday night.
50 years ago, Thursday, May 1, 1975
Kelwood: On Apr. 19, a meeting was held in the Kelwood Collegiate by the Burrow’s Trail Local of the Manitoba Metis federation to discuss the possibility of establishing a custom abattoir and the construction of pre-fab homes in the Kelwood area.
The Neepawa and District Memorial Hospital Board authorized the sale of the nurses residence, subject to the approval of the district and the Minister of Health and Social Development.
The Beautiful Plains School Division has announced that it awarded the tender for the addition to and renovation within the Neepawa Area Collegiate to Hoffman Construction Limited of Minnedosa, who had a low base bid of $423,834.
20 years ago, Monday, May 2, 2005
Neepawa no longer has a fire chief.
Essential Services Committee chairman Dean Dietrich confirmed Thursday Robert Childs is no longer on the town’s
payroll. He did not say if Childs quit or was relieved of his position…
Childs, who moved to Neepawa from Dauphin was the town’s fourth fire chief in almost as many years. He was hired in December, 2003.
Neepawa Mayor Bob Durston said the province had no plans to add another 20 beds to the Town’s new personal care home, which is being downsized by the Assiniboine Regional Health Authority.
The Government of Canada has designated 2005 the year of the Veteran, promoting an understanding of the significant contributions and sacrifices made by the Canadian Veterans. The Ladies Auxiliary to the Gladstone Legion Branch No. 110 decided to do something extra special. A banquet honouring Gladstone Veterans was held Apr. 15, to show our appreciation for supporting Canada’s role promoting freedom and democracy in the world.
Plumas: An obituary in last week’s Winnipeg paper was of interest to the Plumas people. Mrs. Eileen Aylwin (she had remarried) passed away in Winnipeg on Apr. 17. She was born in 1903. Mr. and Mrs Aylwin, Harry and Elizabeth, came to Plumas in 1935, and lived with E. A. Mellersh for 17
years, where they were in the poultry business and honey producers.
Harry took over the publishing of the Plumas Standard, Glenella Gazette and also the McCreary Times from Mr. Mellersh in 1947 at the age of 18 years. Harry was the youngest weekly newspaper editor in Canada.
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Your attitude should be the kind that was shown us by Jesus Christ, who, though he was God, did not demand and cling to his rights as God, but laid aside his mighty power and glory, taking the disguise of a slave and becoming like men. And he humbled himself even further, going so far as actually to die a criminal’s death on a cross. Philippians 2:5-8 (The Living Bible)
By Chad Carpenter
After Monday’s federal election, there were some very tired people across Canada. The TV commentators and staff were up long past their usual bedtime and it showed. One older TV personality was almost nodding off in their chair. So was I, and I didn’t even work that hard on Monday. The politicians and their staff and volunteers had an extremely difficult few weeks and it was obvious that everybody was tired of politics. Add to that the murder-by-vehicle in Vancouver on the weekend and Monday ended a week of death, turmoil, animosity and overall weariness.
The Liberals won the election, two leaders lost their seats and Canada is faced with possibly four more years of Liberal rule. The previous 10 have not been all that good for Canada. The Canadian voters opted for an experienced Liberal party, but by the slimmest of margins.
All this was overshadowed by the American President Donald Trump who seems determined to be heading the United States into disaster.
The theme of the Canadian election was who will be best equipped to cope with Trump when there are many other problems including pressure from China and other countries and many wars abroad. Add to that, Canada is under a drug, poverty and health care crisis that has not been experienced in the last three generations.
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh lost his seat and will shortly be, but perhaps only temporarily, out of the political picture. Conservative party leader, Pierre Poilievre lost his seat and has to re-trench, find another seat and amidst all that distraction, prepare a shadow cabinet and mount an opposition to Prime Minister Carney and the Liberals.
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Who Carney chooses as a cabinet will be interesting, as most of the old Trudeau cabinet is re-elected and will likely march back into their offices within a week.
I think there are some things to be learned from the past couple of months.
Canada has to first deal with drugs, crime and mental health issues and they are all intertwined in a horrible, messy web. Pierre Polievre was right in many things but was most correct on this issue.
It doesn’t matter if you are on drugs, are mad at society, have been used and abused and are suffering from mental illness, it does not give you the right to hurt or kill other people. Prevention, yes, treatment yes, even sympathy but people who are unable to control their harm-filled actions belong in custody for their own sake and for the sake of others.
Canadians have to learn how to
trade both within and outside Canada. For far too long we have ridden the north-south four-lane highway. Trump thinks he can get along without us. We should do all we can to help with that theory as we explore markets both inside and outside Canada.
Please note, I am all for electric cars as long as they are cheap, practical and without any subsidies from the taxpayers. Just remember, when you buy an EV now, we are all helping you pay for it and that is simply wrong.
In short, we all need to take a day or two of reflection and get back to work, Canadians are strong and God is stronger than us or Trump. It’s spring, the grass is green, the crops are being planted. Have faith for the future and at least, let us be wise in how we face our future.
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this column are the writer’s personal views and are not to be taken as being the view of the newspaper staff.
Friesen Homebodies
By the time you are reading this I will be on my way to a beloved isle, the Isle of Iona. I have been there once before, and, God willing, this may not be my last pilgrimage to the sacred land. It is a thin space, a place where the distance between heaven and earth is but a vapour. In the company of a dear friend, and the spirits of generations of Godly people it is a place to regroup, to gather strength and become brave. The island is not the only place that offers such a refuge. On a whim, I picked up a copy of compiled ‘Homebodies’, and the one musing sums up finding my peace.
“It’s one of my ‘white nights’. Well after midnight, the house is silent. I can’t still the phantoms that torment my mind. I slip, undetected, from beneath the warm covers, pull a pair of fleecy sweats over my pyjamas and slip into the comforting dark.
It’s a queer night. The fog is heavy enough to obscure the house before I’ve walked a hundred yards, and yet the amber yard light of a neighbour half a mile away fills the sky with a subdued warmth that a small town usually radiates. No stars are visible but it’s not dark. A quiet so deep and solid that one can sense it. The fog so intense that one can feel the droplets forming on exposed face and fingers.
I wonder, fleetingly, if coyotes are out and about on a night like this. The enclosed solitude is too precious to forgo. In this strange, ethereal world, I am alone. And strong. I pace away from hearth and home, gaining strength with each stride.
I commune with God. Rant and rave at the injustices of life, and howl out my frustrations with circumstances. Relieved by and from all that, I slow down enough to listen. I hear with my heart and know that I’ve been understood. New ideas for coping infiltrate my mind, and small signs of positive changes I’d missed surface. Then basking in this regained peace, I turn to thoughts of thanks. In all of my hurts and hungers, there are things to be so thankful for, the greatest is the loving and caring of my heavenly Father.
I take note of my surroundings. A little further than I’d planned to go. The natural fog rules unabated, but the fog of my mind and soul has dissipated. And so I turn, and turn willingly, back to all that I had so frantically fled.”
Those words were recorded decades ago. They take me right back to that night. I am reminded of the many times I have wrestled with God, most times the loser, but in losing I win. For me there is solace in the wideness and wildness of creation; a place where I am stilled and listening. Honestly, I supposed that obedience and hearing would become easier as I mature. I was wrong! The areas of my concern have certainly changed. The goodness and surety of God have not.
As I write these words, Roman Catholics around the world have just said their final farewells to Pope Francis, who died at 7:35 a.m. Easter Monday at the age of 88. His official cause of death was listed as a “cerebral stroke, followed by heart failure.” He spent Easter Sunday with the people who had come to St. Peter’s Square in Rome for mass, delivered the “Urbi and Orbi” blessing, then returned to his apartment where he died.
His was a papacy of “firsts.” He was the first pope from South America, the first to be born and raised outside of Europe and the first Jesuit to lead the Roman church. When elected, Francis thought his time as Pope might be two or three years at the most. God blessed him with a 12-year pontificate, during which time, in word and deed, he made a powerful impact on religious and political leaders from all parts of the world. He was known and respected for his humility, his concern for the poor
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and taking a less formal approach to the papacy than his predecessors. In 2022, he spoke with members of Canada’s Indigenous community and apologized for the church’s role in the harm done to children in residential schools. His words were welcomed by many as a positive step in the process of reconciliation and healing.
He was a firm supporter of government actions to battle climate change. He adamantly opposed the death penalty in all circumstances. He sought to make the church more inclusive by granting women full membership in the dicasteries of the Roman curia.
He called for greater sympathy for LGBTQ people– a move that angered many who accused him of departing from longstanding Catholic doctrine
and tradition. He did not approve of Israel’s actions in Gaza and was not afraid to tell the world how he felt; even if, by doing so, he alienated some international political leaders.
Now the world is waiting to see who will be chosen as the next pope. In this election, despite what you may hear or read, there are no favourites. There are no front runners.
One hundred thirtyfive Cardinal Electors (members of the College of Cardinals under the age of 80) will make that decision behind closed doors. They will spend time talking, praying and voting to discern who God is calling to take on this critical role in their church. I have no doubt that they will take their role very seriously, as they should.
Our world desperately
needs spiritual leaders who will faithfully preach the gospel, call out sin in all its forms and urge people to repent and believe in Jesus Christ. He is “the way, the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through him.” (John 14:6)
We need leaders who will not be afraid to uphold God’s standards of righteousness and holiness; and who will show us how sin and selfishness have made us unrighteous and unholy people who deserve God’s wrath.
And we need leaders who have the courage to tell us how God expects us to address the social, political, economic and moral problems our country faces; and who will warn us of the consequences we will face it we fail to take God’s instructions seriously.
May God raise up faithful leaders like I’ve just described; not just for Roman Catholics, but for all denominations; and may he work through them to bring our nation and all peoples of our world to belief in God and salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
By Rev. Vlad Makyeyev First Baptist Church
When Jesus Christ began His public ministry in Israel, there was an ongoing debate between different groups of people: who owned humans and their labor?
Jesus, God in human flesh, was teaching for 3 years that people belonged to God and therefore owed God their devotion and service.
The Roman Empire made an equal claim that people belonged to the Empire, to the state, to the emperor.
In the Gospel of Matthew 22:17, Jesus received a question from His enemies: “…Is it lawful to give a tax to Caeser, or nor?” It was a clear attempt to trap Christ and create a conflict between His kingdom and the Roman Empire.
Eventually, sooner or later we come to this very
question: who is in charge of all things? Human governments or God?
Isaiah 33:22, “For Yahweh is our judge, Yahweh is our lawgiver. Yahweh is our king; He will save us” (Legacy Standard Bible, LSB).
Philippians 2:10-11, “so that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow, of those who are in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and that every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father”.
The earthly kingdoms serve a very limited purpose, for a designated time. Before giving you Jesus’ answer to the question in Matthew 19:17, let me warn you of two common extremes many folks have in this life.
1. The government is responsible to feed us, educate us, house us, and provide for our health care and retirement (socialism/communism).
2. The government is bad and should be limited or abolished (anarchy).
The biblical view of the government is given to us in Romans 13:1-7. It is not bad but is to be limited: to protect the citizens who do good and punish those who do wrong.
Now back to the question in Matthew 19:17, “…Is it lawful to give a tax to Caeser, or nor?” Jesus’ answer was incredible.
Matthew 19:20-21, “… whose likeness and inscription are this? They said to Him, Caeser’s. Then He said to them, therefore render to Caeser the things that are Caeser’s; and to God the things that are God’s”.
Now, whose image is stamped on us? Here is the answer in Genesis 1:27, “And God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them”. As humans
By Blain Huston Gladstone Auction
Right when we think we have seen the highs, things get higher. Supply and demand is definitely still holding this market, and driving it higher. At the Apr. 19 market, it didn’t seem to matter whether the cattle were heavier or lighter; all weight classes sold higher than I believe we have ever seen.
Cattle that will be fit for grass or breeding are selling very strong. We saw more cattle then we anticipated this week, but with these prices, more pens are being emptied then being filled. The cattle are still in demand, and I expect to see supply start to run even shorter as we get closer to sending cattle to grass.
We sold 1,428 head of cattle through the ring in Gladstone on Tuesday! The cattle futures have been steady to slightly stronger. Cows and bulls sold with soaring demand. Feeding type cows and heiferettes are still selling strong. High Yielding cows still traded from 205.00 to 2.2800. Feeding type cows are ranging between 220 to 245.00. Bulls traded steady
we are made in God’s image, and we need to render our beings to His service and ownership.
The day is coming soon when every wicked ruler of every nation will flee in terror into caves and dens (underground shelters), asking for rocks and hills to fall on them and hide them from the wrath of God (Revelation 6:15-17).
Every earthly king will stand before His Creator. And only those who submitted to the rule and reign of Jesus Christ in this life will have the opportunity to rule and reign with Him in His glorious kingdom.
So, the question for today is, “do you have the image and name of Jesus stamped on your life? Are you ready to meet Him, the King of kings, and Lord of lords?”
Be prepared. He is coming soon! Revelation 22:20b, “Yes, I am coming quickly. Amen. Come, Lord Jesus”.
233.00 to 245.00. Some highlights from the sale: Black steers weighed 456 traded for 681.00 per pound! Black steers weighed 567 and traded for 590.00. Fancy red exotic steers weighed 627 and brought 549.50. Red and tan hided Steers weighed 853 and they checked out at 410. Heifers, black heifers weighed 470 and traded for 571.00 A ring full of Crossbred heifers weighed 504 and made 565.00. Black heifers, weighed 776 and cashed in for 424.00 Last but not least a heavy set of Charolais 824 pound heifers sold for 408.25.
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Dowsers, also known as diviners or water witchers, have been around for years. In the Atlas Mountains of North Africa, the French discovered cave paintings believed to be 9,000 years old. One of these cave paintings showed a man using a dowsing rod. Pictures like these have showed up on rock carvings as well. An explanation of dowsing is that because water gives off magnetic energy the dowser acts like a radio transmitter picks up this energy.
Dowsing is an age-old practice used to locate hidden water and minerals with little more than a simple metal rod, a branch or a pendulum to tap into the energy. Dowsers are able to determine more than just location of water. They often can report its volume, depth and flow direction. The practice involves walking a property while holding the dowsing tool. Very little equipment is used for dowsing. My dad used a newly cut Y shaped piece of red willow branch. When holding the branch you hold it loosely in your hands. The branch pulls down when water is found. The pull of the branch can be extremely strong. I have experienced the bark of the branch being peeled from the branch beneath my hands when I held on to it too tightly. Some use two L shaped pieces of metal wire rods. The rods are held in your hands with the longer sections parallel and pointing straight ahead. The wires cross when water is found. A pendulum, which is an object hung from a string, can be used as well. I have never seen this method used although it is used by many.
Many dowsers past and present were subject to ridicule and skepticism. Many scientists remain uncertain of dowsing because of lack of proof in how it works. Despite this many armies used dowsers. General Patton used a water dowser to find water in the African desert when the retreating Germans had destroyed the water wells. When the war was over dowsers were used to find buried shells. It was noted that while the shells were underground they were able to tell if the shells were German shells or Allies shells. These dowsers were able to help restore many acres of land back to be farmed. Over the years the Canadian Ministry of Agriculture has had dowsers on staff. Evelyn Penrose was hired by the BC government to locate oil and water resources. During 1931-1932 she located 392 water wells for homesteaders. Every major pipeline has dowsers employed, as do oil and mining companies.
Countless dowsers around the globe have and are finding water, gold, oil, artifacts and more. Many who dowse can also dowse for ancient artifacts. Many old churches, burial sites and battle field grounds have been found this way. England’s Major General James Scott Elliot was well-known for his interest in dowsing. He was the president of the British Society of Dowsers and in 1977 he wrote a book on the topic, “Dowsing: One Man’s Way.” Scott Elliot was unusual in that much of his dowsing was done with a pendulum over a map. His preference was locating minerals, ancient sites, oil, gas, cables and lost objects. He found many ancient ruins including Roman Punic remains from the first century and Bronze Age fire pits. Scientists have declared that while it is not possible to deny the existence of the power its nature cannot be determined. For dowsers they do not know how it works but they know that it does and that is enough for them.
I do not need a red willow branch to find my rhubarb coming up in my garden. This hardy plant is made for the Canadian winters as it needs a long dormant winter period which we certainly have. It is a plant it and forget it plant and carries on for years unaffected by droughts, bugs and blights. Today’s rhubarb cake recipe will have you ready for the soon to come rhubarb. It’s incredibly easy recipe to make and it comes out moist and full of rhubarb flavor. If you use frozen rhubarb for this recipe measure rhubarb while still frozen, then thaw completely. Drain in a colander but do not press any juice out of the rhubarb.
1/2 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 egg
2 cups flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
Rhubarb cake
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. each allspice and cloves
1 cup buttermilk
3 cups finely diced rhubarb
Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg and vanilla and beat well. Combine flour, baking soda, salt and spices; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk ending with flour. Fold in rhubarb. Spread in a greased 13x9 inch baking pan. Combine the topping ingredients and sprinkle over batter. Press down slightly. Bake for about 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
Grief is a personal experience. Physically, it is a heavy feeling, an emptiness and a sense that a part of you is missing. It comes in waves, like contractions; a searing pain when you least expect it and when you most expect it. Emotionally you feel disconnected and some feel numb. Others feel very connected with strong emotions ranging from depressing lows to anxiety and panic attacks to complete numbness. A mental fog and mental fatigue resulting in low motivation, to feeling completely overwhelmed by all your thoughts. All of these symptoms may manifest, along with significant appetite and sleep disturbances, as well as disruptions to the immune system. Those grieving often isolate themselves and shut others out, they do not seek connection and can have trouble managing anything other than their basic needs.
Topping:
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 tsp. cinnamon
Grief is a transformative experience causing intense personal change because it shakes the foundation of how we understand ourselves and the world around us. Most often, the grief process is associated with death. Yes, this is a form of grief, but grief can apply to many kinds of losses. It can mean loss of your personal identity, like one that comes with motherhood or stopping a loved hobby. It can come from a loss of a relationship, like in divorce or a best friend moving away. It can even come from a change in social location, like losing money. Loss challenges a person’s identity because a part of our identity that was connected to that person or event is now gone. Everyone grieves differ-
ently; the process is fluid with different intensities of feelings of grief that vary over differing time periods. It is a common misconception that if you are grieving you don’t have the ability to experience moments of joy. If you do experience said joy, you must feel ashamed because you aren’t expressing the proper amount of grief. Everyone who is grieving has the capability of experiencing moments of joy, even in the very early moments of the grief journey. This joy is healthy and is exactly what is needed to aid the overall integration process. The goal of grief processing is to put yourself back together as a new person who has incorporated the now deceased person into their life. This putting back together is not as fluid as filling up a glass it’s more like putting together a puzzle piece by piece over a long period. It’s slow, it’s painful, you put a lot of pieces in the wrong place, there may even be pieces from other puzzles in there, but you eventually get there.
There are things that you can do to help with processing grief. The first is allowing yourself time to feel. When you feel moments of grief, allow those feelings to come as much as they are needed. Try not to shove them down or away.
Second is memorializing the person or event. In the case of death, maybe you
are making a memorial table in your home, painting something in their honour or listening to their favourite music. Finally, it can be very helpful (although challenging) to find meaning in the loss. Some people start foundations in memory of their loved one, others decide to take on a new interest. You can look for signs of healing. The symptoms of grief (although present) are less intense, an ability to enjoy things without guilt, feeling connection without pain, an increased ability to accept support and they begin to have interest in others. Healing does not mean forgetting your loved one or ceasing a relationship with your loved one, you change the nature of that relationship and remember them as an invaluable part of your life.
Delsie Martin (BA, MSW, RSW), is a Registered Social Worker working out of The Wellness Clinic in Brandon. She can be reached at dmartin@ wellnessclinicbrandon.ca.
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By Joshua Jackson Neepawa Banner & Press
The Municipality of Westlake Gladstone is mulling over a change in its electoral system.
As the municipality heads to the polls for an election in 2026, they posted a notice on their website in search of feedback on whether to host the election at large or by wards.
Currently, they use the at-large system, where a councillor is elected by voters across the entire municipality — while a ward councillor is elected by voters in a specific area.
The release notes: if the council were to re-implement the ward system, the process needs to begin shortly to have the bylaw in place a minimum of 180 days before the next municipal election.
According to Section 88 of the Manitoba Municipal Act, when dividing a municipality into wards and establishing ward boundaries, or in making a change in the number of wards or ward boundaries, a council must try to achieve an approximately equal number of residents in each ward; and may take into consideration; community or diversity of interests, topo -
graphical features, settlement patterns, and population trends.
The Municipality of Westlake Gladstone advised that the guidelines and the regulations regarding election by ward systems have changed since amalgamation and may not look like the ward system from before the municipalities of Westlake and Gladstone ratepayers are familiar with.
The release stated that depending on population densities in different areas, not all the wards may be the same size or hold the same boundaries as in 2015 when the ward system was used. The municipal council will also be in charge of determining the number of wards for the municipality, which is between two and six.
Unlike the last time when the municipality used wards, municipalities are not allowed to tax a differential mill rate for different areas or wards. Councillors could be elected by wards (if they switch back to that system,) but the taxation and budget process will remain at large. The municipality transitioned to a single mill rate in 2023.
To have your say on Westlake Gladstone’s elector system, head to the municipalities website at westlake-gladstone.ca/p/ local-notices.
By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press
Aside from the release of its’ financial plan for 2025 (Story appears in the Apr. 25 edition of the Banner & Press), the Town of Neepawa also held its regular council meeting on Tuesday, Apr. 22.
Councillor reports
• Councillor Jason Nadeau provided updates from several recent meetings, including the Western Manitoba Regional Library (WMRL) board. He shared that the number of engagements at the Neepawa Library went up about 24 per cent from February to March.
Other notable items from WMRL included to completion of its strategic plan for 2025 to 2029, and the loss of grant money that was set aside for the purchase of a book-mobile. Plans to purchase a vehicle are still a go, though the board will need to explore other avenues for raising the money, including sponsorships.
Another recent meeting Nadeau attended was for Westlake Employment Skills & Services. He clarified details on nurses training and the inability to transfer training credits from a different province to Manitoba. Westlake has also brought up the potential of working with the Town of Neepawa on occupying the Training Centre for the one year hiatus that will happen between the Assiniboine College practical nursing program commitments.
Finally, Nadeau attended a Rossburn Subdivision Trail Association meeting, and provided information on tree planting plans for along the trail.
•Councillor Yvonne Sisley noted that day camp registrations open Apr. 28. As for Apr. 22, there had been 412 swimming lesson registrations, 300 campground bookings, and two First-Aid recertification courses held on Apr. 24 and 25. Sisley concluded by stating that a spring trail clean up day for the community has been scheduled for May 30.
• Councillor Marijka Kostenchuk offered details from the Home Assistance Neepawa and District’s (H.A.N.D) last meeting. The community meal program is going well, as it provides between 20 to 21 meals per day, excluding to 50 meals that are assembled each month for the Senior Social Afternoon. The community volunteer income tax program will continue until May 2. So far, 55 clients have used the service.
• Deputy Mayor and Councillor Murray Parrott shared details on a few functions he recently attended on behalf of the community, including a meeting with a land developer and the local Rotary Club.
Denis Saquet offered council an update on the repair and fill of potholes this spring. He noted that first indications suggest that the issue is not as bad as it had been in 2024. Nonetheless,
preparations are underway for cold patch fixes. The rental of an asphalt patcher has been arranged. It will be used for two sessions, with the first of these starting May 5. it will be in use for between four and six weeks. A second period of use has also been booked for the fall.
New staff have been hired by the Town and are getting their certifications updated. Meanwhile, summer staff is scheduled to begin on May 5.
The draft documents have been received for the Hamilton Street extension planned for Neepawa’s east end and is being reviewed.
Neepawa has received notice from the Minister of Environment and Climate Change that it has been approved for recycling rebate, for the period of July to December, in the amount of $12,778.76.
To go along with an invite from the Home Assistance Neepawa and District (H.A.N.D) to attend their annual general meeting on May 30, issues related to the Yellowhead Manor were also brought to Council’s attention. Specifics were not shared publicly, other than that they are related to safety concerns and Manitoba Housing. Details have been sent to the Province to bring it to their attention, as well.
The Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure has notified the Town of the distribution of $4,800 to aid in the maintenance of Neepawa Municipal Airport.
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A large crowd was in attendance on the day of the event to see the new proprietors mark the opening of the business. Seen at left is mayor Gary McElmon, who took part in the ribbon cutting. The cutting was unique, as the “ribbon” was an old inner tube stretched out by owners Garth Lockerby and Warren Gillies (centre) and former proprietor Bill Uranick (right), assis ted by John Dyck. The MLA at the time, Jim Ferguson, can be seen in the background looking on with amusement.
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The Rotary Club of Neepawa, District 5550 held their annual Paul Harris Banquet at Neepawa’s Legion Hall on Apr. 24. Master of Ceremonies was Wayne Jacobsen, Neepawa Rotary Past President and District Governor Elect.
The supper was served by the Neepawa Legion Ladies Auxiliary and entertainment was provided by Kelwood based folk singer, Rob Waddell.
The program included a Pin Presentation to Rotarian Ron Nordstrom and several other Paul Harris Fellowships. Paul Harris was the founder of Rotary International.
Individual Fellowships were presented to Beatrice Betts, sponsored by Rotarian Dave Bennet, for her tireless community work. For a similar community commitment, a
Citizens honoured at the Neepawa Rotary Paul Harris Banquet included (L-R) Ron Nordstrom, Darren Roe, Beatrice Betts, John Drinkwater and Pam Miller.
Fellowship was presented to John Drinkwater who was sponsored by Rotarian Bob Durston.
The Club Fellowship was presented to Darren (Bear) Roe who was introduced by Rotarian Murray Newton. Roe was recognized for his
decades of work as a youth basketball coach in the Neepawa community.
The Tony Otten Award was presented to Rotarian Pam Miller by Ron Nordstrom. The Otten award is funded from a donation fund set up by the late Tony
By Joshua Jackson Neepawa Banner & Press
The Town of Neepawa were guests at the Neepawa Rotary Club’s bi-weekly meetings and peeled back the curtain on its newest endeavour, Project 320.
In 2024, the Town purchased 320 acres of land on the northwestern edge of Neepawa for future development, and earlier this year, introduced phase one of Project 320, which will utilize 58 of those acres directly adjacent to existing buildings.
Otten, a Rotarian and Neepawa businessman.
The Paul Harris funds raised by the members and the club sponsoring the fellowship goes to a fund that is used to support Rotary projects locally and around the world.
By Banner Staff
Neepawa Banner & Press
On Saturday morning, April 27, four members of the Neepawa Wildlife Association ventured off to Winnipeg to the Manitoba Wildlife Federation (MWF) general meeting. Four club members - Jim Richards , Perry Snedden, Mike Krutkewich and John Lavich attended. The local group reported that it was a very informative meeting with dialogue from different
regions and clubs. They had presentations from the Natural Resources Branch , Fisheries and Manitoba Wildlife various local branches. The MWF groups are all working towards the same cause “to enhance wildlife education.”
Along with the activities, various awards were handed out to individuals and clubs. To the local group’s surprise, the Neepawa Wildlife Association was awarded the Affiliated Club Of The Year. Local association
spokesman, Perry Sneddon said, “This is a great honour and feather in our club’s hat, for the work we do for our area and youth. The delegation attended the town hall meeting as well and listened to issues from different views which opens everyone’s eyes,” he said. “All in all, it was a great day with lots of laughs and we are very proud to be a member of Neepawa Wildlife Association hats off to everyone and keep up the great work.”
we’re not working on it. Having done the CN subdivision, we know exactly what they’ll tell us. We know exactly what we’re required to do. We’re a good per cent of the way on sewer and water, we’ve talked to highways, and we’re doing a traffic impact plan and a drainage plan. When we put that (subdivision) application in, all of those things that took all of the time during the CN subdivision, roughly three years, half of that will go away. We can pull this off in no better than a year.”
Neepawa’s CAO Colleen Synchyshyn, said the Town completed a study on the shortage of housing units, and the Town needs 460 new dwelling units by 2028.
“We are the third largest growing community in Canada and the third largest in Manitoba,” she said. “When we say the third largest in Manitoba, we also like to throw in the caveat (we are the only town on that list) that doesn’t have the core of Winnipeg help its growth.”
Neepawa hoped to secure funds from the Canadian Housing and Mortgage Corporation’s Housing Accelerator Fund, but that fell through.
“We reached out to everyone in Neepawa’s core and beyond, and we said in a letter, ‘anybody interested in developing a property for any reason in Neepawa, we would like to talk to you.’ We didn’t say at that time we wanted specifically develop or buy it - we said, ‘Come talk to us.’”
Neepawa was ambitious to make this happen as they did with the CN development. A group of owners who had owned the land came to the Town, offering to sell what is now the spot of Project 320.
Synchyshyn said the Town is working to get a little triangle of land on the proposed subdivision in their possession and get titled. She noted it’s at the lawyer’s office getting signed, and then they will file the bigger subdivision for the other acres.
“The hesitancy of not filing it doesn’t mean
Director of Operations Denis Saquet noted how much housing the first phase of 58 acres will contain.
“We ended up having 192 single-family homes, and if we look at the multifamily portion of that - I think we can maximize out at 220-ish. That’s assuming we fill every square inch of the multi-family lots,” said Saquet. “There is a petty big rectangle in the south-east corner, and we have two big blocks west of Neepawa Plumbing and Heating, which could be (turned into) apartment blocks.”
For the development, there will not be commercial opportunities, and it will be strictly residential to attain Neepawa’s housing needs.
“This is phase one, but this phase is broken into three components. We’ll see how uptake goes starting from east to west, and then we’ll move onto the northern side of the forested area that we’re going to leave as green space. So, three phases within the first phase and if we fill that up, we’ll have to stretch into the next 320 and see what’s out there.”
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The Rosedale Farm Trail Committee is pleased to announce the completion of the Trail Enhancement Project begun in 2021. A grant from Trails MB provided the opportunity to start this multiyear improvement project. With the help from many local groups, the trail has been enhanced for everyone to enjoy in all seasons whether on foot, bicycle, or snowshoes.
The trail was widened in some places for easier navigation. Gravel was spread over exposed tree roots and in low-lying wet areas for greater accessibility to a variety of users. The gravel was provided by the R.M. of Rosedale and hauled by Baker Backhoe.
Three new picnic tables have been installed in strategic spots. People can rest, hydrate, enjoy some snacks and soak up the natural beauty all around. Men’s Shed built the tables and the committee set them in place with ground cloth and gravel provided by the R.M. of Rosedale.
The finishing touch
is the new interpretative signage along the trail. Signs at points of interest illustrate the history and legacy of the area as well as the conservation features of Rosedale Farm. Signs also identify a variety of
By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press
A local initiative can officially be marked a sweet success. This past Saturday, the final donut orders in support of the Gill & Schmall Dream Ride Park were taken in. In total, 160 dozen donuts were sold over the course of the fundraiser.
Gary Forgue, co-organizer of Neepawa’s Dream Ride with Marsha Forgue, told the Banner & Press that a $7 profit is received from each dozen. This
trees and the date the stand was originally planted.
The new signage was sponsored by Whitemud Watershed Conservation District and created by Provost Signs.
The trail committee
volunteered many hours of labour and the small equipment to improve the trail. We are very grateful for the financial help we received from Trails MB and from all the local organizations that supported us in the
improvement of the trail. We hope you take the opportunity to get out and enjoy this beautiful local trail with its varied terrain and spectacular scenery. It is a gem. To get there, travel 16 km north of Neepawa on Highway #5 to Eden. Turn west (left) onto PR #265 and travel 8 km to the parking lot on the north (right) side of the road.
Happy walking or biking or snowshoeing!
means the final total of funds raised is approximately $1,120.
“Thank you to everyone who came out and supported us. We can’t wait to see you on May 10 for the pick-up day,” said Gary. With this fundraiser concluded, the Forgues and all the helping hands involved in the project are now looking forward to the next steps.
“We’re hoping to get working on the fences [for the pocket park] as soon as the warm weather holds and all the utilities are
marked off,” said Gary.
The Gill & Schmall Dream Ride Park will be an accessible community space, located in the empty partial lot beside Gill & Schmall in Neepawa. The
Neepawa Banner & Press looks forward to sharing further news on this communal development as it comes to fruition.
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There are a number of things that can be done to help your lawn get back into shape, and enjoying the spring weather while doing so!
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New growth is a hallmark of spring, whether it plays out in the birth of birds and bunnies or with the returned buds on trees and plant stalks. While most greenery rebounds naturally, lawns may need a little extra TLC in order to return to their once lush, green glory.
Revitalizing a lawn in spring is a multifaceted process but can be well worth the reward when green grass adds to a beautiful landscape and functional yard. Here is how to get started when the weather warms, courtesy of The Farmer’s Almanac and The Home Depot.
• Clean up debris. Spend a few hours raking up leaves from the lawn and removing any other winter debris like twigs so that air can reach the grass below. Also remove any thatch that has developed.
• Test the soil. Take a sample of the soil to determine its pH level and nutrient needs. Then you can make adjustments to
set a strong foundation for the lawn to grow.
• Do some weeding. Pull out any weeds that have poked through early on and apply a pre-emergent herbicide to prevent additional weeds from taking over.
• Start the aeration process.
A core aerator punches holes into the soil. This enables air and water to penetrate through to the roots.
• Overseed the lawn. Apply grass seeds over the lawn, paying special attention to any bare or thin areas so that the seed will fill in the lawn.
• Water consistently. It is important to water the lawn deeply and consistently, especially when the weather is dry, to help promote strong root development.
• Time fertilizer correctly. Apply a spring fertilizer around three weeks after the lawn starts to turn green or after the first two or three mowings. If fertilizer is applied too early it can feed weeds instead of the grass and result in fertilizer runoff.
• Mow to an appropriate height. Begin to mow when
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the ground is dry enough and the grass is long enough to need cutting. Leave some length to the lawn; otherwise, sunlight will reach the soil and encourage weed seeds to germinate.
With a little elbow grease at the start of spring, homeowners can establish strong and healthy lawns.
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Gardening is a rewarding hobby that provides a great reason to get outdoors. Getting one’s hands dirty in the garden often pays off with a colorful, aweinspiring and aesthetically appealing finished product.
Perennials are plants that live multiple years. Even though perennials may die back above ground each winter, their roots remain alive, which is why the colorful blooms typically return anew once warm weather makes a comeback.
Gardeners who want to capitalize on the hardiness of perennials can consider these plants for their gardens this season.
•Coreopsis: Coreopsis are perennials that thrive in a wide range of conditions, including various types of
soil. So gardeners who find their soil is predominantly clay as well as those with sandy soil may be able to successfully plant coreopsis on their properties. Better Homes & Gardens notes coreopsis are native to the United States and produce colorful blooms that can withstand hot and dry weather throughout the summer.
•Russian sage: Russian sage produce purplishblue flowers that BHG notes retain their color for weeks. Russian sage can be planted in a variety of the hardiness zones defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and many gardening experts recommend them to gardeners whose local climates tend to be especially hot and dry.
•Hellebore: BHG notes hellebore are ideal for gardeners who want some color in
the early days of spring. Hellebore, sometimes referred to as “Lenten Roses,” have an early flowering season, so their blooms, which can be pink, white, purple, yellow, green, rose, or purple, can be a welcome sign in spring.
•Baptisia: Gardening experts note these purpleblooming perennials thrive in sun. Gardeners who want perennials with particularly long life expectancies can consider baptisia, as experts note they can live for many decades. Baptisia are drought-tolerant, and they can grow in soil that may not be considered great for other plants.
•Coneflower: The unique look of coneflowers has generated many enthusiasts of these perennials that bloom from early summer to fall. Coneflowers are highly adaptable, making
them capable of growing in various zones and soil types. Once established, coneflowers are considered very drought-tolerant.
Perennials can add aesthetic appeal to landscapes year after year. Gardeners are urged to speak to experts at local gardening centers to identify the perfect plants for their gardens.
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Dan Mazier held his election result viewing party at the Royal Canadian Legion #138, in Minnedosa, where a small, but extremely vocal group of supporters gathered. As the results from across the nation poured in, there were ebbs and flows to the energy within the building. The loudest part of the night, however, was when the Riding Mountain district was declared for Mazier.
Soon after securing the win, Mazier, along with his wife Leigh, thanked the campaign team and all the voters for their support. Mazier elaborated on the point, promising to continue to battle for everyone within the riding.
“Tonight, the people of Riding Mountain have spoken. From Swan River to Treherne; From Minnedosa to Dauphin, Rivers to Russell and every small
town, village and farm in between,” stated Mazier. “This campaign has been about fighting for rural Canadians, and tonight, rural Canadians made their voices heard loud and clear. They want a fighter for their community in Parliament.”
As well, Mazier expressed his gratitude for the people of Riding Mountain for putting their trust in him, noting that representing them in the House of Commons has been the greatest honour of his life.
Not taking the support for granted
Speaking later with the Banner & Press, Mazier expanded upon the points made within his speech. He said an important part of the campaign’s success this time came down to getting out there across the entire riding and not taking anything for granted.
“Throughout the cam-
Mazier and his wife Leigh stand in front of a crowd of supporters in Minnedosa after securing the win in the Riding Mountain Federal district on Monday, Apr. 28.
paign, I met with thousands of people, knocked on thousands of doors. [We] put in the effort and did not take a single vote for granted,” expressed Mazier. “You have to meet people where they are, in their communities, and listen to what they’re going through. It’s not about the Ottawa bubble, it’s about real people putting food on the table.”
As for what the people
Neepawa Middle School (NMS), along with many other schools across the region, participated in democracy on Monday, Apr. 28, as they held a student vote. The event included 37 schools throughout the Riding Mountain electoral district, and featured students voting for the candidates, after staying each platform. For NMS, 387 votes were cast. The specific results for each school were not announced, but the combined totals from the 37 schools saw Dan Mazier ‘elected’ with 854 votes. Liberal candidate Terry Hayward finished second with 339 votes. Other results included Andy Maxwell (NDP - 320 votes), Liz Clayton (Green - 270 votes) and Jim Oliver (People’s - 89 votes).
pand their support in Riding Mountain, there were still very positive signs to be seen for the local Liberal Party. Candidate Terry Hayward’s 9,321 total votes near doubled the amount of support the left leaning party had received in 2021.
In a conversation with the Brandon Sun on Tuesday, Apr. 29 edition, and Hayward noted that he was feeling positive about the signs of local progress for the party.
he met had to say, Mazier said the conversation for this campaign was all about affordability. He indicated that the worry from most is not just about their next paycheque, but for a future for themselves, their children and their grandchildren.
While Dan Mazier and the Conservatives did ex-
“There has been a movement for support in the Liberals here, maybe not enough for the change we were hoping for, but we have raised the level of support,” Hayward told the Sun.
The Banner & Press was also able to contact Hayward before its’ publication deadline. Hayward thanked all the candidates who put their names forward in Riding Mountain this election and congratu-
lated Dan Mazier on his election.
“I wish him well and trust he will serve Riding Mountain and Canada honourably as we proceed with what looks like a Minority Government. To the people of Riding Mountain, a special thanks for the increased support I received. During the short campaign period, in all my interactions with the people I met, I was warmly welcomed and treated with respect.”
As for what’s next for Dan Mazier, he noted to the Minnedosa crowd that he is ready to get right back to work.
“Tonight, we celebrate, tomorrow, the real work begins. Thank you Riding Mountain for believing in our future. Let’s get to work together.”
Mother’s Day is celebrated each May and marks a perfect opportunity to show Mom how much she’s loved and appreciated. . While Mother’s Day standards may never lose their appeal, families looking to make this year’s celebration a little more unique can consider these ideas.
• Whip up (or order in) some baked goods. If Mom is the family baker, surprise her this year with some homemade baked goods. An aroma of freshly baked goodies around the house can set a welcoming tone for the day, particularly if the treats are prepared in the morning before Mom wakes up.
• Take to the road. Another way to make Mother’s Day extra special is to make the celebration a weekend affair. A weekend getaway can be a welcome breath of fresh air for mothers and serve as a great opportunity for the family to unwind and celebrate Mom away from everything that reminds her of the hustle and bustle of everyday life. A getaway can be an especially ideal surprise for mothers whose children are full grown. Invite adult kids along and make their attendance a surprise for Mom.
• Book a unique experience. Experiential gifts have been wildly popular in recent years, so why not incorporate this trend into Mother’s Day celebrations? Book
a tour of a local vineyard or winery, take Mom to a live theater performance, or take her out for a day on the water, complete with brunch and a champagne toast. Such memorable experiences won’t soon be forgotten and can provide an exciting alternative to previous Mother’s Day celebrations.
• Ensure Mom doesn’t lift a finger. A truly special Mother’s Day will give Mom a day off. Partners and kids can team up to take care of everything from the moment Mom wakes up until she returns to bed at night. Serve breakfast in bed, order in some lunch and then take Mom out for a nice meal at a local restaurant. In between meals, let Mom relax any way she sees fit, whether that’s curling up with a good book, dusting off her paint brush and engaging in some artistic endeavors and/or squeezing in a rare midday nap. Mom will undoubtedly appreciate a full day off, which might just make for the best gift of all.
Mother’s Day is the ideal time to offer Mom a unique experience that shows her how much she’s loved and appreciated.
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Neepawa Transitional Shotokan Karate (Neepawa Karate Club) was at the 2025 nationals held in Winnipeg this past weekend. The age 14 to 17 female group secured a gold, silver and bronze; and the adults yellow-green group (pictured) took gold and bronze. Congrats to the club on the recent success.
By Joshua Jackson Neepawa Banner & Press
The Santa Clara Baseball League has released its schedule for the upcoming season.
The league will comprise of six teams this year: The Austin A’s, Carberry Royals, Neepawa Cubs, Minnedosa Mavericks, Plumas Pirates, and Portage Padres. Each team will play a 15-game schedule, with Neepawa playing eight home games and seven on the road.
The league’s opening night is set for Wednesday, May 14, when all six teams will be in action. Neepawa hosts Carberry, Plumas vis-
its Minnedosa, and Austin begins their season against Portage.
One difference this year is that the Austin A’s baseball diamond is undergoing resurfacing, so the club will play its season of games on the road.
Last year’s league play saw the Portage Padres take the championship after defeating the Plumas Pirates. The Neepawa Cubs, meanwhile, finiahed the regular season in second place with a 9-4-2 record.
You can find the full league schedule at ballcharts. com/team/?team=scbl.
By Joshua Jackson Neepawa Banner & Press
The Neepawa Titans have announced their first player advancement from the 2024-2025 season.
Forward Brayden Knox has committed to playing hockey for the Royal Military College of Canada Paladins.
The Royal Military College of Canada is based out of Kingston, Ontario. The team is a member of the Ontario University Athletics Conference and competes in U-Sports, the national sports governing body for universities in Canada.
Knox, the 21-year-old whose hometown is Carberry, registered four seasons in the MJHL. He first played with the OCN (now Northern Manitoba) Blizzard in 2021-2022, registering 39 games played and six points for the club.
Knox then came over to play for the Titans, where he became a mainstay in the squad for three seasons from 2022-2025. In those three years, Knox amassed
135 games with the club, logging six goals and 19 assists, totalling 25 points. Congratulations to Brayden and best of luck in his next chapter.
Apr. 17, 2025: Ladies’ High Single & Triple: Elsie Slimmon 255 & 691.
Men’s High Single & Triple: Darrell Gabler 206 & 567. Other Good Scores: Elsie Slimmon 216, 220; Chuck Morden 190, 157, 151; Darrel Gabler 171, 190; Eleanor Scott 153; Vivian Oswald 151, 177; Iain Greig 153; Laurie Kohinski 205, 169; Frank Porada 157, 192; Russ Taylor 150, 162, 174; Janice Absteiter 157.
Apr. 24, 2025: Ladies’ High Single & Triple: Elsie Slimmon 261 & 609. Men’s High Single & Triple: Iain Greig 223 & 552. Other Good Scores: Russ Taylor 165, 181; Frank Porada 154; Laurie Kohinski 193, 166; Iain Greig 180; Muriel Porada 163; Vivian Oswald 225; Caroline Harding 153; Darrell Gabler 178, 186; Carole LeBoutillier 154, 156; Tara Ross 179; Chuck Morden 157, 150; Elsie Slimmon 174, 174
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The excitement was palpable on Thursday, Apr. 24, 2025, as Sunrise Credit Union officially wrapped up its “Thirty Grand in Your Hand” Contest with a celebratory cheque presentation at its Minnedosa branch. Local members Troy Johnson and Cassie Peak were awarded the grand prize — a cheque for $30,000.
Long-time members of Sunrise Credit Union, Johnson and Peak expressed their surprise and gratitude upon receiving the $30,000 prize. With the purchase of their new home, the couple has various projects they want to complete and shared that the prize money would go to good use.
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Jordan Brown, a Loans Officer at Sunrise Credit Union, played a key role in helping Johnson and Peak secure their mortgage.
we do what we do—to help our members achieve their financial goals.”
Reflecting on their recent contest win, Brown shared how meaningful the experience was: “It reinforces why
The “Thirty Grand in Your Hand” Contest ran from Mar. 2 to Apr. 12, offering an exciting incen-
tive for new residential mortgage customers. Every qualifying mortgage approved during the six-week period earned an entry for a chance to win $30,000.
Look through the paper to find advertised sales and promotions at local businesses!
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By Ken Kingdon
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It’s been said many times and in many different ways. Yet, despite having lived through it for more years than I like to consider, I’m bowled over by the arrival of spring. It’s a miracle.
Our springs are, of course, a product of our winters, both literally and figuratively. Literally, as without winter we would simply have summer all year round, just like the tropics. Figuratively, without going through the challenge of long dark nights and frigid temperatures, we wouldn’t experience the joy that spring brings.
I feel sorry for the people living in parts of the world that don’t get a real taste of winter, as they don’t get to savour the feeling that the first day of spring elicits.
While the drip of melting snow or the first glimpse of the lawn can make us rejoice, it is the arrival of the first birds of summer that signal the season has returned for good. Fittingly, the earliest of the spring birds are ones we are the most familiar with and their return is like welcoming back old childhood friends.
The chirp of robins and the calls of Canada geese and sandhill cranes from overhead trigger relief that winter is over. Even crows are welcome for the first few weeks of spring. Mallards search out the open edges of sloughs, while blackbirds begin to call from their perches on last year’s cattail stalks. Juncos in their tuxedo-themed formal wear can be seen hopping on the lawn, searching for morsels left over from the winter bird feeder.
Once the sloughs become nearly ice-free and the shallows warm to about 10C, the frogs awaken from the icy spots where they over-wintered, filing the air with their calls, even while patches of ice bob about in the deeper water.
The bees from our beehive begin to search afield for sources of pollen, no doubt relieved to be free from the confines of the hive after a long winter.
For Rae and me, the signs of spring have been particularly impressionable this year, as we bailed out to Costa Rica in late winter. Many friends and family members have extolled the virtues of this beautiful country and we
are happy to report that it lived up to our expectations.
We won’t bore you with the details of our travels. However, despite all the pluses of travel itself – exploring new places, learning about new cultures, and eating new foods– there is a lot of truth in the adage that one of the best things about a voyage is returning home. For example, the joy of sleeping in your own bed cannot be overstated. The second is that visiting other countries broadens the mind and gives you a new perspective on life at home.
Rae and I share these sentiments, particularly the latter. For example, several things were immediately apparent after we left the confines of Winnipeg. Firstly, our roads are wide and straight. Secondly, there are a lot of pickup trucks in Western Canada.
However, the real eye-opener is the amount and variety of wildlife that we get to enjoy in our backyards. Inevitably, based on our interest in all things wild, Rae and I spend a LOT of time in Parks and preserves when we travel. Yet spotting wildlife in these places can be hard work.
It’s much easier to see wild
animals here in Manitoba. A few days after our return, I went for a drive. In less than half an hour, I spotted over 50 deer feeding in the fields, a coyote, a couple dozen geese, and a pair of sandhill cranes, all without trying. Even in our backyard, we were able to trace the tracks of snowshoe hare, red fox, black bear, and even an otter in the newly fallen snow in mid-April.
In our travels, there has been nowhere else that you would expect to see such an abundance of wildlife, with the exception of some parts of Australia or Africa. Even there, it often takes an effort, and an experienced guide, to see wild things.
There are many reasons why we Manitobans can enjoy the natural bounty that we do. Much of it has to do with the privilege of living in a country where we are not forced to exploit every resource available, including wild game. Secondly, our shared love of nature is built on the wisdom and values instilled by previous generations who saw, in wildlife, a fundamental element that makes Canada, Canada.
Going full circle, I’m also con-
vinced that having four seasons instills a regard for all things wild. We can commiserate with animals who struggle to survive our winters and rejoice with them as they bring their young into the world each spring.
A Costa Rican told us that they have only two seasons… the rainy season and summer, when it doesn’t rain as much. While we enjoyed the heat, kind of, during our visit, we know that living in a country without four seasons isn’t for us.
Which strikes people unfamiliar with cold winters as a little bit nutty. Conversations in many countries we have travelled often start, and end, with their simplified observation that “Canada is cold.” It is difficult to convince people that we not only survive but thrive in such a cold place. I’ve given up trying to sound rational. How do you explain the beauty of a sunny -40C day, followed immediately by a day of melting snow?
Ken Kingdon lives in the heart of the Riding Mountain Biosphere Reserve. Send him a text at 204.848.5020 if you have stories to share.
Mack Demidiuk 22-05-1931 to 18-04-2025.
Mack passed away on Friday April 18th in Elkwood Manor in Elkhorn MB with his wife Annie by his side. Annie would like to thank all the family and friend's that visited him in Elkhorn.
At Mack's request he has been laid to rest in the Brookside Cemetery in Winnipeg MB.
Gwendolyn Evelyn Wishart 1931 – 2025 It is with heartfelt sadness the family announces the passing of Gwendolyn Wishart on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the age of 93 years. She passed away peacefully at Neepawa Hospital with her family by her side. She will be lovingly remembered by her children; Wanda, Glen and Morley. Also left to mourn her passing is her brother Norman West (Kay) along with her nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours.
Gwen was predeceased by her loving husband James (Jim) in 1996. She is also predeceased by her parents, and sisters Elaine, Kay and Margaret.
Gwen was born in Gladstone, Manitoba August 31, 1931. She was the first of five children of Harvey and Matilda West of Ogilvie and often shared stories of the blessings and hardships of growing up on the farm. Her schooling began in the Blake schoolhouse and was completed in Gladstone. She then completed her nurse’s training at St. Boniface Hospital.
In 1953, Gwen married James Wishart of Ogilvie and soon after began her family and settled Gladstone. In 1955, she began nursing at Gladstone Hospital. She advanced to Matron in 1967 and retired as Seven Regions Director of Acute Care in 1989. Gwen continued part time nursing for seven more years at Third Crossing Manor. Over her career she also volunteered her time with numerous organizations to maintain the quality-ofcare Gladstone depended on. Gwen was also one of the founding members of Seven Regions Ambulance and was recognized with the Emergency Medical Service Exemplary Service Award.
The giving of her time to help others was a passion of Gwen. Other initiatives included Palliative Care, Health Auxiliary, Arthritis Society, Gladstone Seniors Support, UCW, I.O.D.E., and Manitoba Child and Family Services. Gwen's volunteering efforts did not go unrecognized. She was the proud recipient of the Premier’s Volunteer Service Award and the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal from the Governor General. Gwen’s highest recognition, however, came in 2001 when she was inducted into The Order of Manitoba by the Provincial Lieutenant Governor. When not working and volunteering Gwen kept busy as a supportive wife and mother. Family was the most important part of her life. The love of her husband, children, parents and siblings was evident in everything she did.
A love of nature, hobbies, community and animals complimented Gwen’s life. She was particularly fond of dogs and enjoyed the companionship of Taffy, Lacey and Piper. They gave her much comfort and happiness. Flowers, gardening, quilting, music, and church choir gave her great joy. She lived a very full and rewarding life and will be sadly missed by all that knew her.
Gwen’s family would like to thank the healthcare professionals, friends and neighbours who assisted with her care and comfort through her later years.
Donations in Gwen’s Memory
Gladstone United Church
Gladstone Palliative Care
INTERMENT
Gladstone Cemetery Saturday May 10th 11:00 am
SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
Gladstone United Church Saturday May 10th 12:30 pm
An angel walked among us, a gift from God above, She showered us with kindness, and shared with us her love
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Apartment for rent. Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-8414419
Glenda Lee Reynolds (née Thorpe)
November 6, 1946 – April 27, 2025
With heartfelt love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Glenda Reynolds, who passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at the age of 78, at the Carberry Health Centre.
Glenda was born on November 6, 1946, in Russell, Manitoba to Orman and Muriel Thorpe of Foxwarren. The youngest of four children, she was raised on the family’s mixed grain and cattle farm alongside her older brothers Wayne, Ron, and Darwin. In 1961, the Thorpe family moved to Carberry, where Glenda would meet her future husband, Harry Reynolds.
At seventeen, Glenda began her training at St. Boniface School of Nursing in Winnipeg, where she formed many lifelong friendships. Her dedication to nursing and healthcare continued throughout her life— she remained passionate about learning and stayed up-to-date with medical knowledge long after her formal education.
In 1965, Glenda married Harry Reynolds, and together they built a life on the Reynolds family farm east of Carberry. They worked side-by-side raising pigs, cattle, grain, and potatoes. Glenda was a devoted and hands-on farm wife, always involved in the daily workings of the farm and deeply engaged in her family’s life. Even later in life, she always wanted to know what was happening on the farm and would regularly check in or lend a helping hand during harvest.
Glenda and Harry raised four children—Conway, Troy, Holly, and Terri—on the farm. Life was full of activity and laughter, with family time centered around farming, hockey, baseball, ringette, hunting, and swimming. Their backyard pool became a favorite gathering place during hot prairie summers.
Glenda had a remarkable zest for life and an uncanny ability to see the bright side in any situation. She was spirited, outspoken, and sincere—always speaking her mind with honesty, but with a warmth that made her love unmistakable. Her sense of humor was infectious, and her generosity knew no bounds. Her home was a welcoming place, especially for her grandchildren, who knew “Grandma’s House” meant open doors and endless snacks.
In her later years, Glenda embraced many hobbies, including quilting, cross-country skiing, golfing, gardening, fishing, camping, and kayaking. She also devoted time to her community through volunteer work. Her cabin at Otter Lake was a cherished retreat, where neighbors affectionately called her “Granny” and where she spent countless joyful days surrounded by family and friends.
Glenda was a beloved mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, sister, and friend. She was predeceased by her husband Harry, her daughter Holly, an infant daughter, her parents Orman and Muriel Thorpe, her brothers Ron and Darwin, and her in-laws Delbert and Dorothy Reynolds.
She leaves behind her children Conway (Betty), Troy (Angie), and Terri (Duane); grandchildren Trent (Kristin), Bryce, Carly (Bret), Becky (Lloyd), Kaitlyn, Blayne, and Josie; great-grandchildren Rylee and Gage; her brother Wayne (Heather); sisters in-law Karen and Gail; brothers in law Earl (Gerry) and Alan (Kathy); along with many nieces and nephews, extended family members and dear friends.
Glenda’s legacy is one of love, laughter, strength, and generosity. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
A graveside service will take place on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Carberry Plains Cemetery in Carberry, Manitoba with a celebration of life to follow at the Carberry Legion.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the McMillan-Ashby Fund, supporting people living with disabilities in Carberry and surrounding areas.
White’s Funeral Home Neepawa ~ Carberry ~ Minnedosa in care of arrangements www.whitesfh.ca
Storage vans (semi trailers) for rent or sale. Anderson’s 204-385-2685, 204-3852997 Gladstone
ATV'S, ATV'S, ATV'S. www.rodsatvs.com Best prices in Manitoba on New kids/adult ATV'S, DIRTBIKES, DUNE BUGGIES, UTV'S, GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, MOBILITY SCOOTERS AND KIDS ELECTRIC RIDE ON TOYS $299. Kids ATV $999, Kids Dirt Bike $1199. Kids Dune Buggy $1999. New 4 Seater Golf Cart $9475. Text or phone 204-724-2438. Email rodsatvs@hotmail.com
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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Expressive Dance with Crystal presents a Dance Show entitled “Knowledge Seekers”,which features dancing and acting. 36th Dance Show 2024-2025 Fri., May 9, 7pm; Sat., May 10, 1 pm, Strathclair Bend Theatre. Advance tickets sales begin Friday, April 4, 8:30 am. Call 204-867-2446.
It s not too late to start your high school courses. Minnedosa ALC s May course registrations start Monday May 5th. Contact Val Gawel in Room 2 of the Minnedosa Collegiate 74 Armitage Ave. Phone: 204-867-2519 or email alc@rrsd.mb.ca
Alanon meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa - Old Co-op Store. Tuesdays at 7 pm. Call 204-841-2192
The land and building known as 19 Broadfoot Street, Gladstone, Manitoba, as described in Certificate of Title No. 3193999/3 will be sold by public auction by a Licensed Auctioneer on May 21, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
The auction sale will be held by way of video or teleconference.
There will be no in-person attendees at the auction. In order to participate you must pre-register at least 24 hours prior to the auction by contacting Matthew Underwood at either (204) 954-6421 or auctions@ fillmoreriley.com.
The Vendor is informed that the property consists of a one storey dwelling approximately 922 square feet with living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full partially finished basement with double attached garage on a lot with frontage of approximately 75 feet.
Realty taxes (excluding any accruing water charges) are paid to December 31, 2023.
Prior Charges: Nil.
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa, Thursdays at 7 pm. Call Don 204-856-9072 or Debbi 204352-4065 Notice
Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call 204-368-2202
Drug problem? Yellowhead Narcotics Anonymous meets Sundays at 7 pm, at the Minnedosa Town Hall basement.
Minnedosa Handivan 204868-8164 Mon-Fri 9:00-3:30 Help
Farm Worker Needed in St. Rose. Must understand modern farm equipment, physically fit, possibility of local location for rent, must have a class 5, class 1 is a benefit, must provide own meals, up to 16 hr days. Call 204-447-3240 Cell 204447-0396
A deposit of $35,000.00 by way of certified cheque or bank draft payable to Fillmore Riley LLP, or cash (the cash component of the deposit not to exceed $7,500.00), and the balance according to conditions which will be available electronically by contacting the individual below prior to the auction. The property will be sold subject to a Reserve Bid of $244,500.000 plus such other additional and incidental costs which may be incurred by the Vendor from the 22nd day of April, 2025 to the date of auction and which costs will be announced prior to the commencement of the sale.
The auction sale will be conducted pursuant to an Order for Sale issued by the District Registrar. Certain parties may be prohibited from purchasing the property, including but not limited to, parties who by virtue of their employment or relationship to a person involved in the sale process would have special knowledge of the circumstances pertaining to the sale. For more information and a list of prohibited purchasers please visit: www.teranetmanitoba.ca
Should the successful bidder have attended by teleconference and/or video conference, the bidder will have 24 hours to execute the Auction Sale Conditions and to provide them together with the deposit to our office as set out below.
Further information may be obtained from: FILLMORE RILEY LLP
Barristers and Solicitors
1700 - 360 Main Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 3Z3
File No. 400784-3955/MTU/bb (moa)
Attention: Matthew Underwood Phone: 204-954-6421 auctions@fillmoreriley.com
The Municipality of Glenella – Lansdowne will accept requests for application of dust control, on a PRE-PAYMENT BASIS, on municipal roads in front of residences within the Municipality.
The cost is $369 per 300 ft.
Upon request, forms can be emailed or downloaded from our website www.glenella.ca
Deadline to submit request forms is Friday, May 16, 2025.
Payment Options:
1) Drop your payment through the mail slot in the door
2) Mail your cheque
3) Pay online if you bank with a credit union
4) Pay by etransfer to rmofglen@glenella.ca
Wendy Wutzke, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of Glenella - Lansdowne 204-352-4281
Industrial Plant Cleaner (NOC 65312)
Why join our team?
HyLife is a global leader in food processing, with a vision to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we are currently expanding our team and have exciting career opportunities at 623 Main St. Neepawa, MB. We are actively seeking to fill 10 positions.
The current starting wage is $22.20/hour with incremental increases to $23.55/hour based on tenure as per our Collective Agreement
Quick Facts:
• Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world
• Fully integrated facility –Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant
• 2500+ employees worldwide
• We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment
What we can offer you:
• Competitive Wage
• Vacation: 10 working days of paid vacation as per our collective bargaining agreement
• Comprehensive Benefits package – health coverage, dental plan, vision care, long-term disability, and pension plan
• Permanent full-time employment (74-80 hours per bi-weekly)
• PM Shift
• Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression
• Employee Referral program - $500!
• Free parking
• Company events
• And more!!!!
Your duties may include:
• Cleaning and sanitizing butcher and slaughter production areas and everything in between to ensure top-quality food safety standards.
• Operating cleaning equipment like high-pressure hoses to clean production equipment.
• Using cleaning chemicals with respect and following Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Ensuring all Quality Assurance checks are performed.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area throughout the facility.
• Collaborating as a team to meet tight deadlines, ensuring production floors operate on time.
We are looking for people who are:
• Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role. Capable of bending, lifting, and climbing. Available to work an 8-hour Night Shift from MondayFriday, between 11:15 PM to 9:00 AM Capable of repetitive manual tasks and standing for long periods of time
• Capable of working in diverse environments, including exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and odors
• Minimum of one (1) to seven (7) months experience in sanitation, or industrial cleaning, or heavy-duty cleaning
• Completion of Secondary school or equivalent experience
• Able to effectively communicate in English
• At least 18 years old to meet the minimum age requirement
HyLife is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those who identify as a member of the following groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Older workers, Veterans, and Visible minorities.
Ways to apply:
Online at http://hylife.com/careers/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. Fax to: 204.476.3791 | Email to: jobs@hylife.com | In Person at 623 Main ST. E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0
For inquiries contact: Phone: 204.476.3393
H yL ife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.
Be a part of the HyLife experience
– your journey starts here!
We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted
Hog Receiving Barn Worker (NOC85100)
Why join our team?
HyLife is a global leader in food processing, with a vision to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we are currently expanding our team and have exciting career opportunities at 623 Main St. Neepawa, MB. We are actively seeking to fill 5 positions.
The current starting wage is $19.25/hour with incremental increases to $20.55/hour based on tenure
Quick Facts:
• Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world
• Fully integrated facility –Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant
• 2500+ employees worldwide
• We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment
What we can offer you:
• Competitive Wage
• Vacation: 10 working days of paid vacation
• Comprehensive Benefits package – health coverage, dental plan, vision care, long-term disability, and pension plan
• Permanent full-time employment (74-80 hours per bi-weekly)
PM Shift Premium
Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression
• Employee Referral program - $500!
• Free parking
• Company events
• And more!!!!
Your duties may involve:
• Receiving and unloading hog deliveries.
• Sorting hogs into appropriate receiving pens.
• Ensuring humane and safe handling of hogs in our facility.
• Completing hog receiving documents to CFIA standards.
• Scraping trailers.
• Working outdoors and in a barn environment.
To excel in this role, you should possess:
• Respect for animal welfare, food safety, and workplace safety. Understanding of animal behavior
• Capable of working in diverse environments, including exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and odors
• Minimum of one (1) to seven (7) months experience working with livestock Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role. Capable of bending, lifting, and crawling Completion of Secondary school or equivalent experience
• Capable of repetitive manual tasks
• Able to effectively communicate in English
• At least 18 years old to meet the minimum age requirement
HyLife i s dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those who identify as a member of the following groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Older workers, Veterans, and Visible minorities.
Ways to apply:
Online at http://hylife.com/careers/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. Fax to: 204.476.3791 | Email to: jobs@hylife.com | In Person at 623 Main ST. E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0
For inquiries contact: Phone: 204.476.3393
HyLife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.
Be a part of the HyLife experience – your journey starts here!
We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted
Industrial Butcher (NOC 94141)
Why join our team?
HyLife is a global leader in food processing, with a vision to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we are currently expanding our team and have exciting career opportunities at 623 Main St. Neepawa, MB. We are actively seeking to fill 150 positions.
The current starting wage is $16.45/hour with incremental increases to $24.60/hour based on tenure as per our Collective Agreement
Quick Facts:
• Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world
• Fully integrated facility –Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant
• 2500+ employees worldwide
• We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment
What we can offer you:
• Competitive Wage
• Vacation: 10 working days of paid vacation as per our collective bargaining agreement
• Comprehensive Benefits package – health coverage, dental plan, vision care, long-term disability, and pension plan
• Permanent full-time employment (74-80 hours per bi-weekly)
• PM Shift Premium
Full training, with genuine opportunities for career progression
• Employee Referral program - $500!
• Free parking
• Company events
• And more!!!!
Your duties may include:
• Slaughter, eviscerate, and mark hogs for further processing;
• Debone edible parts and remove inedible organs for parts;
• Cut pork carcasses into primal cuts for further processing, cutting, or packaging for local, national, and international premium markets.
We are looking for people who are:
• Fit and capable of working in a physically demanding role
• Capable of repetitive manual tasks and standing for long periods of time
• Open to working in colder/warmer environments
• Minimum of one (1) to seven (7) months experience in meat cutting or slaughter or completed a program in Industrial Meat cutting Completion of Secondary school or equivalent experience
• Able to effectively communicate in English
HyLife is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those who identify as a member of the following groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Older workers, Veterans, and Visible minorities.
Ways to apply:
Online at http://hylife.com/careers/ or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0. Fax to: 204.476.3791 | Email to: jobs@hylife.com | In Person at 623 Main ST. E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0
For inquiries contact: Phone: 204.476.3393
HyLife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.
Be a part of the HyLife experience
– your journey starts here!
We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted
Position: Resource Teacher
Assignment: 1.0 FTE, Term
School: William Morton Collegiate Institute
Start Date: September 2, 2025
End Date: June 30, 2026
Position: Principal Assignment: 1.0FTE, Permanent
Location: William Morton Collegiate Institute
Start Date: September 2, 2025
Position: Music Teacher
Assignment: 0.50FTE, Permanent
Location: PCSD Colony Schools
Start Date: September 2, 2025
Interested candidates are to submit a cover letter and resume, along with three (3) references by email to: Human Resources
Pine Creek School Division
Box 420 Gladstone, MB R0J 0T0 Email: hr@pcsdonline.ca
Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne
SEASONAL/TERM PUBLIC WORKS OPERATORS
The Municipality of Glenella – Lansdowne is accepting applications for Seasonal/Term Public Works Operators for the following duties:
- Tractor/mower operators
- Assistance with Gravel crushing
- Class 1 Gravel Truck Drivers
- Heavy Equipment Operators
- Grader Operators
Qualifications:
The successful applicant should possess the following qualifications:
- be in possession of a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License, Class 1 license would be considered an asset.
- have mechanical aptitude
- Ability to work in a team environment
- be able to perform physical duties as assigned. These are seasonal/term positions to start mid May and will run into the fall or as weather permits.
Interested applicants may submit a resume with references with drivers abstract by 12:00 Noon, Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne PO Box 10 Glenella, MB R0J 0V0
Email: rmofglen@glenella.ca 204-352-4281
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
Invites applications for the following position at the McCreary Division Office. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN
The successful candidate should have knowledge of current computer technologies (Windows 10/11, Office 365 and Hyper V), hardware maintenance and software troubleshooting. The successful candidate will be expected to perform upgrades on an ongoing basis. Possession of a valid class 5 driver’s licence is required.
The Division maintains a wide area network linking 7 schools. Experience with Windows Server, Office 365, Network Security and VOIP are definite assets. Interested persons may submit a letter of application and resume including 3 references to:
Mrs. Shannon Desjardins
Secretary-Treasurer shannon@trsd.ca
Turtle River School Division Box 309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0
Phone : 835-2067
Fax: 835-2426
Applications will close at Noon, Monday, May 5, 2025 Turtle River School Division welcomes applications from people with disabilities, accommodations may be available upon request. All applications are appreciated, however only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.
Invites tenders for:
GRASS CUTTING for the 2025 season
Tenders will be received for grass cutting at the following locations:
Alonsa School
Glenella School McCreary School École Laurier Ste. Rose School McCreary Bus Garage
Please tender separately for each location. Tenders are to be made on a per cut basis, including cutting and trimming per location. Please include a list of equipment that will be used, in your submittal. A performance bond may be required. *For further information regarding yard sizes and areas to be cut, contact the undersigned.
Tenders close: 12:00pm, Monday May 12th, 2025
Mark envelopes: GRASS CUTTING TENDER
Please send tenders to: Stephen Oversby, Maintenance Supervisor Turtle River School Division Box 309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0
Phone: 204-835-2067(ext. 213) Email: soversby@trsd.ca
*** The lowest, or any tender not necessarily accepted. ***
Request for Proposal RD 80N Ferguson Bridge Repair
Proposals will be received by the Municipality of North Cypress-Langford until 4:00 P.M. Friday, May 9, 2025 for the above noted project.
The Municipality has a bridge that is deteriorating due to natural causes. The site is located between Rd 85 W and 84 W also known as Ferguson Bridge on Road 80N. Please have a site visit to accurately decide the scope of the project noted.
To be started no sooner than July 7th with completion of project by August 15th, 2025
The Municipality will provide disposal of old deck materials and gravel for top.
Specifications are as follows:
• Isolate working area of bridge and dewater as required
• Excavation and realignment of all 4 wing walls with installation of Deadman supports Stockpile excavated materials out of way
Reposition of wing walls as required
Install Steel plates on damaged wing walls
• Shim piles tight to wing walls
• Drill holes through concrete, Steel plates and timber piles
• Install 15’ long galvanized steel deadmen rods at 2 locations per wingwall
• Install 2 Screw piles in front of each Deadman to further anchor
• Joing wingwalls to abutment with steel plates and concrete amchors
• Place geotextile over required areas of back walls with an additional 20’ of geotextile outreaching on the east side of the bridge.
• Place new gravel on work area and gravel as required to bring back to original state
All material, equipment and labour to complete the project as described
The lowest or any proposal may not necessarily be accepted. The Municipality reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive defects, or to accept and offer which may be considered in the best interests of the Municipality. The Municipality, in its entire discretion may reject or accept all or any part of the proposal or any of the proposals submitted under this proposal call.
RFP is due by Friday May 9,2025 at 4:00 p.m. They can be emailed to the address below.
Any questions related to the specifications please contact the municipal foreman, Matt Kuyp at 431351-0688
Email: cao@myncl.ca
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The Kelwood Village Committee requires Grass Cutting in Kelwood Cemetery, vacant lots, behind fire hall and boulevards on a per cut basis.
Cutting will be under the direction of the Village Committee.
Tenders close 1:00 p.m. on May 16, 2025
Tenders should be sent to:
Doug Wood Box 99 Kelwood, MB R0J 0Y0
The Kelwood Village committee is tendering the position of Household Garbage and Recycling Pick Up Pick up is required to be done once a week, preferably on Monday. Applicant must use their own vehicle. Pick up includes all private residences, all businesses, campground, mail shelter building and Lions Club gazebo.
The successful applicant is responsible to work with the landfill manager. Applications to be sent to: Doug Wood, Box 99, Kelwood, MB. R0J 0Y0
Tenders close 1:00 p.m. May 16, 2025
Proposals will be received by the Municipality of North Cypress-Langford until 4:00 P.M. Friday, May 9, 2025, for the above noted project.
The Municipality has a bridge that is deteriorating due to natural causes. The site is located between Rd 86 W and 85 W also known as Kendall Bridge on Road 73N. Please have a site visit to accurately decide the scope of the project noted.
To be started no sooner than June 16th with completion of project by July 25th, 2025
Specifications are as follows:
• Isolate working area of bridge and dewater as required
• Supply and install 2 – 36” bypass Culverts and remove upon completion of project
Excavation and realignment of all 4 wing walls with installation of Deadman supports
• Fasten wingwalls to abutment backwall with steel plate and concrete anchors
• Drill holes through existing timber piles and concrete wingwalls
• Install 15’ long galvanized steel Deadman rods at 2 locations per wingwall
• Install 2 Screw piles in front of each Deadman to further anchor
• Replace rusted steel on steel stringers with 3/8” steel plate
• Install angle clips on underside of every second stringer up against both concrete abutments to prevent backwall migration
• Place Geotextile over required areas of back walls
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Excavation of both approaches for install of geotextile lining of bridge
Place new gravel on work area and gravel as required to bring back to original state
• All material, equipment and labour to complete the project as described
The lowest or any proposal may not necessarily be accepted. The Municipality reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive defects, or to accept and offer which may be considered in the best interests of the Municipality. The Municipality, in its entire discretion may reject or accept all or any part of the proposal or any of the proposals submitted under this proposal call.
RFP is due by Friday May 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. They can be emailed to the address below.
Any questions related to the specifications please contact the municipal foreman, Matt Kuyp at 431351-0688
Email: cao@myncl.ca
Rylan Gage and Naaman Hofer scored with under four minutes to play in the third period of game six to rally the Kings past the Blizzard, 2-1, forcing a game seven in the McMunn & Yates Turnbull Cup Final. Nervous energy filled the building in the opening twenty minutes of game six as each team skated into the first intermission scoreless. Both teams stayed out of the box while the Blizzard held a 4-3 lead on the shot clock. It was more of the same in the second period as both teams battled hard for the puck. Each team would trade chances but both
Cole Sheffield and Taye Timmerman would stand tall, holding the game at 0-0 heading to the third. Just one minute into the final twenty minutes, Marlen Edwards jumped on a loose puck in front of the crease and got it over the shoulder of Sheffield to pop the top off the Roy H. Johnston Arena, giving the Blizzard a 1-0 lead.
With just under four minutes to play, Rylan Gage snuck one by a sprawling Timmerman to tie the game up late for the Kings. The Blizzard would take a late penalty and at 18:10 of the period, Naaman Hofer’s shot would find the back of the net to give the Kings a 2-1 lead.
The Blizzard would pull Timmerman for the extra attacker but that would be all as the Dauphin Kings would take a big 2-1 win in game six to set the stage for game seven of the McMunn & Yates Turnbull Cup Final.
Dauphin would go 1 for 1 on the powerplay while the Blizzard did not get a man-advantage. Cole Sheffield was outstanding once again in the Kings crease, stopping 27 of 28 in the win while Timmerman turned aside 25 of 27.
Game seven between the Kings and Blizzard was scheduled for Thursday, May 1 at 7:30 inside of Credit Union Place in Dauphin. Submitted MJHL
These two photos from the Beautiful Plains Museum highlight different moments in the history of Neepawa’s Fire Department.
Above photo: According to information from the Neepawa Banner & Press archives, the fire hall seen here was built in 1881. At that time, it was Neepawa’s first school. The building would serve that purpose until 1889, when it was moved to 417 First Ave with the purpose of being used as the town’s first official fire hall. This firehall predated the Beautiful Plains County Court Building by two years! At some point in time, the words “Neepawa Fire Station” would be painted above the large twin doors.
This first fire hall would serve for a good chunk of years, until a new hall was built to replace it in 1952. This hall was used until the current hall was completed in 2019.
The individuals pictured in the photo are: Jim Dalton, Andy Mitchell, Art Cowland, Chas. Parrott, Bob Christie, Arthur Hetherington, Ed Howard, Jack Manning and Alf Hayes. The specific year the photo was taken is unknown.
Bottom photo: This photo shows an unknown individual standing with a trio of fire trucks out front of the Neepawa Fire Department. The specific year for the photo is not known. However, the three-door fire hall partially seen in the background was built in 1951 and used until 2019.
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The late spring has delayed farmers from getting back into the fields and starting their planting of crops for the season. Fortunately, there appears to be some activity beginning out there. Pictured here is some preliminary work underway in a field just west of Neepawa on Tuesday, Apr. 29.
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Break a leg!
The Neepawa Banner & Press and the local businesses featured on this page are pleased to support the NACI production of Aladdin Jr.
Please get out and support our very talented cast and crew. And, whenever possible shop local for all your needs.
May 8th - 7:30 pm • May 9th - 7:30 pm
May 10th - matinee at 1:30 pm
May 10th - 7:30 pm
Performances at the Roxy Theatre
For more information call NACI at 204-476-3305
Genie - Keegan Dyke
Aladdin - Trent Tominiko
Babkak - Chartreuse Marfil
Omar - Ayyen Pagcu
Kassim - Arvey DeGuzman
Jasmine - Marian Virtudazo
Sultan - Geino Arios
Jafar - Aaron Dyck
Iago - Micky DeLeon
Shop Owner - Bailee Podruski
Razoul - Jason Merasty-Taggart
Guards - Rain Flaming, Jordan Travers
Beggars - Alyx Delaloye, Jane Impas, Venice Paragua
Apple Vendor - Silkee Soltes
Fortune Teller - Lily Fraser
Attendants - Jhanella Macatuno, Mica Ruvilla
Prince Abdullah - Buster MacPherson
Isir - Siri Warwaruk
Manal - Sheen Calamba
Rajah - Marie Tamani
Entourage - Althea Caberte, Sophia Clavio, Alyx Delaloye, Lily Fraser, Jane Impas, Erich Olivar, Venice Paragua, Bailee Podruski
Ensemble - Bailee Podruski, Lily Fraser, Alyx Delaloye, Sophia Clavio, Jane Impas
Agrabahns - Althea Caberte, Charleigh Carefoot, Leland Cargo, Sophia Clavio, Princess Dela Cruz, Alyx Delaloye, Lily Fraser, Jane Impas, Jhanella Macatuno, Erich Olivar, Venice Paragua, Bailee Podruski, Mica Ruvilla, Abigail Santiago, Mike Santiago