The Rivers Skating Club performed for the community of Rivers at the Riverdale Community Centre on March 27 at 6:30pm.
“The show was fantastic,” says Lori Vandal, Rivers figure skating fan, “good costumes and all ages showed their accomplishments! Everyone looked happy and looked like they were having a great time on the ice!”
A terrific crowd showed up to cheer on the skating students. The 50/50 made it up to $140.
By Jessica Coulter Rivers Banner
The Rivers community is a strong supporter of the Credit Union in town and has an amazing crew of hard working and dedicated employees.
Theresa Elton, Branch Manager lives in Brandon. Brandon has always been her home. “I started with Westoba in Sept 2019. I love that Westoba is community based. I enjoy giving back and supporting our communities. I enjoy learning about our members and helping them achieve their financial goals with an amazing range of products and services.”
Brittany Robertson, Financial Consultant lives in Rivers. Her husband and in-laws have been a part of the Rivers community for almost 30 years. “I have been with Westoba since August 2023. What I enjoy most about Westoba is how much we are involved in the community. It is very rewarding learning more about our members’ dreams and working with them to make them happen.”
Jennifer McGregor, Business Advisor lives in Brandon and has lived there since 1997 when she moved there to attend ACC to take her Business
Administration. “I started with Westoba in 1999, and I have been a Business Advisor for 3 years. I enjoy helping business members with their financial needs and provide collaborative advice to see their operations grow. It’s rewarding to see the succession plans for the next generation.”
Daniel Case, Financial Planner calls Carberry his home. “I have worked for Westoba for 3 years. What I enjoy most about Westoba is the team environment and our variety of services offered. The robustness of Westoba Financial Solutions allows us to offer members what they need to help meet their financial goals. Whenever I am in the branch, the Rivers members are friendly and make me feel like part of the team and community.”
Samantha Perrin, Senior Member Service Representative has called Rivers her home since 1993. “I joined Westoba 2 years ago. My 2-minute commute to work is pretty hard to beat. It’s a pleasure to see members when they come in and the time they take out of their day for a quick visit.”
Shawna Sytnyk, Member Service Representative also calls Rivers her home. “I have been with Westoba for 14 years. The best thing
about Westoba is the members and the Rivers staff. The members care for me on a personal level. The connections I have made through Westoba has made life very enjoyable for me at the Rivers Branch. I am excited for my new personal role as Grandmother this year and sharing that happiness with our members.”
Matt Cabry, Relationship Manager lives in Oakburn with his wife Raelynn and daughter Bailey. “I joined Westoba in the summer of 2024. I’m grateful for my colleagues that have made the transition seamless. I look forward to building long lasting relationships with colleagues and business members.”
The Westoba branch in
Rivers amalgamated with the Rivers Credit Union in 1982 and became the Westoba Rivers Branch. Just recently, as of January 1, 2025 the branch amalgamated with Assiniboine
Credit Union and Caisse Financial Group to become Assiniboine Credit Union/Caisse Assiniboine. Until they complete the technical merger, their name remains Westoba, a division of Assiniboine Credit Union.
“A credit union is above all an institution aiming at the betterment of its members, rather than profits,” – Alphonse Desjardins.
Neil StrohScheiN
Walking the road of suffering
The ancient Romans were not known for being kind to those they executed for serious crimes. The condemned endured the most cruel and inhumane treatment anyone could imagine before being taken to a public place, nailed to a rough wooden cross, hung suspended between heaven and earth and left to die.
That fate awaited Jesus. But before he was subjected to “Roman justice,” he went through a series of illegal trials. The first was in the house of the Jewish High Priest. Then he was sent to a king named Herod-the same Herod who, at his wife’s insistence, had ordered the death of John the Baptist three years earlier.
Herod had never met Jesus; but he wanted to. He believed that Jesus was John the Baptist who had risen from the dead. He was hoping to have some long conversations with Jesus, just as he had done with John. Sadly, for Herod, their one conversation was very short and very one-sided. Herod did all the talking. Jesus never spoke a word. So, it was back to the High Priest for another trial. The testimony of the witnesses at the first trial (all lies from people paid to perjure themselves) was reviewed and the religious court determined that Jesus deserved to die. But
they had a problem.
By Roman law, the only person who could order Jesus’ execution was Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor. So, Jesus was taken to Pilate’s judgment hall for trial number four. Pilate’s verdict shocked everyone. “I find no fault in him,” he said. “I will have him flogged and let him go.”
Now Jesus’ intense suffering began. He was tied to a post in the Roman citadel’s courtyard and with various soldiers taking turns, he was given a whipping that left him with open, bleeding sores and bruises all over his body. The soldiers made a crown out of thorns and jammed it down on his head. They found a purple robe and put it on him and then, urged on by their colleagues and the crowd, they bowed down to him in mocking submission and said: “Hail, king of the Jews.” Jesus said nothing. Behind the scenes, while the whipping was taking place, the Chief Priests and Pilate worked out a deal that they felt would satisfy everyone. A notorious criminal named Barabbas would be set free. Jesus would be crucified. Pilate was able to save face. The temple authorities got what they wanted-the death of Jesus of Nazareth.
Had these people taken the time to read Psalm 76, they would have known that they would have read these words: “Surely the wrath of men shall praise thee.”
That happened. Jesus’ battered, bruised and bleeding body was removed from the cross and placed in a tomb. Three days later, God raised it to life. But the body that came out of the tomb showed no signs of the torment and torture Jesus endured.
Jesus endured the worst suffering anyone could face; and he did it all for you and me. He knows the pain, agony and suffering you may be experiencing today. He is right
here, right now; ready to offer you all the help you need to survive and thrive whatever life sends you. Just ask for his help. He will send it your way immediately.
Pain and suffering are part of life. But thanks to Jesus’ death on our behalf, they will not last forever. A life free from death, pain, sorrow, crying and sickness awaits us all. It is coming. We just don’t know when.
Spousal support is one of the most difficult and unpredictable issues in family law. Part of the reason for this is that the law is both too broad and very specific.
The Divorce Act says the amount should be a monthly or lump sum amount “as the court thinks is reasonable.” Needless to say, it is a challenge to guess at what a Judge might consider “reasonable”.
The Divorce Act tells the Judges to consider the “means, needs and other circumstances of each spouse”. The other facts mentioned are the length of the marriage, the functions performed by the spouses during the marriage and any orders or agreements in existence.
The variety of “other circumstances” arising during the marriage and after that can be presented at a trial are endless. Each family and each marriage are unique, making it very hard to predict what a Judge might decide is reasonable after reviewing all of the evidence.
In contrast to the very broad law in the Divorce Act, there are also Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines. These are formulas that give lawyers and Judges an exact calculation of a range of spousal support amounts. The formulas use each spouse’s annual incomes, the length of the marriage, the ages of the spouses and tax considerations. They produce very specific figures for spousal support. There can be numerous factors that will make the amount calculated by the simple formula unreasonable. Health or mental health issues, unusually high or low expenses, the expenses of children including adult children, significant assets or debts, new partners or roommates, business ventures, career opportunities and plans for education or retirement can all be presented in court for consideration.
With so many factors to be taken into account, it is unlikely that two Judges hearing the same case at trial will make the same decision.
And to further complicate the issue, Judges can order monthly spousal support or lump sum or both. They can order retroactive spousal support and support going forward. They can order a monthly sum for a specific period of time or just make it indefinite. If it is ordered to be indefinite then either spouse can return to court at a point when they believe something relevant has changed, such as means, needs or other circumstances of one or both spouses. The re-marriage of the spouse receiving support can lead to an end to support but not necessarily. The retirement of the payor spouse can lead to an end to support but not necessarily.
The one sure thing about spousal support is that nothing is for sure.
By Chad Carpenter Tundra
Iam very annoyed, but there are no words strong enough that can be used in print to express my level of annoyance. What I am writing about is the behaviour of thieves and vandals in south-western Manitoba. You are despicable lowlifes who have no excuse for theft or vandalism. We live in a fairly prosperous area where there are many jobs unfilled, many opportunities are readily available. I stand to be corrected but for thieves and vandals, I currently see no excuse for such behaviour other than you are misguided and dreadfully evil.
We have many reports of theft across the southern part of Manitoba. Farms, homes and businesses are being targeted with theft of tools, vehicles, gas and anything that can readily be turned into cash readily. Security cameras are recording illegal activity in large numbers and while the police are doing the best they can, it seems they can’t stay ahead of the crime wave.
Citizens are constantly being warned not try to stop thieves in the act, that getting injured is not worth fighting with thieves. Even after you have locked all your doors to houses, shed and barns, put away all the vehicle keys and installed security cameras, the theft and vandalism still continues, it’s hard to not bring on the guard dogs and the shotguns. I have lost count of the number of times I have been told that, “Somebody is going to get killed!” If a threatened property owner confronts a thief or a group of thieves, and takes action they might be charged by the police. And don’t believe for a minute that at least some of the thieves can read well enough to know that is what the police are advising.
“ Leaders across all of our society are speaking out against the ‘catch and release’ system.
It seems there is no deterrent, no shame, no punishment and no threat that will stop the waves of vandalism and theft. Our home was subject of a theft of a couple of power tools two years ago. This winter, our Post Office mail box was robbed and the cheques were illegally cashed by night deposit into a hacked bank account. Needless to say, we had to contact our customers, ask them to trace where their cheque was cashed and track it down through the receiving bank. Not sure how they are making out recovering their money but our customers have to write another cheque to cover our bill. Needless to say, we are, at least temporarily, dealing with a cash flow gap.That’s annoying too, and causes a lot of extra work for us and our customers. There is a major discussion going in these days around the idea that multiple crimes are being committed by a relatively few criminals in a given area. I believe that is likely true. Leaders across all of our
”
society are speaking out against the “catch and release” system. I suspect there are a lot more citizens and leaders who are speaking out that I may not have heard about. Changes to our legal system can’t come too soon. If the changes don’t come, yes, “Somebody will be killed”.
And a final word to the thieves and vandals, get a life and stop being despicable scum of the earth. If you would work as hard at a job as you do for thefts, you would be better off.
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.
Rita Friesen Homebodies
Over the many years of sharing my thoughts with all of you, I have been open and honest about my fears and failures, my hopes and dreams, and all of life that each one of us face. These past weeks have been a strange journey of grief. I’m familiar with bidding farewell to family and friends; death comes with living. My first true sorrow was when a lad who had been a classmate before our family relocated and remained a family friend died on the football field. I was just a teenager. A few years later a grandfather I loved and respected died after suffering a stroke. And so my journey with death and loss began.
Right now I am struggling with what I term ‘grief fog’, as real a state as ‘baby brain’. There are days when I feel like my path is through heavy wet sand, each step requiring so much effort and concentration. And there are days when I am energised through and by avenues of service. The reality is that one, I can’t stay busy all the time so that I don’t think and feel so deeply. I am using two calendars, reminding myself what the day, the week and the month hold in the line of activities and responsibilities. This month I missed leading a service that I love to lead. It simply disappeared from my mind, and when I was made aware of my unexplained absence, I was crushed. I crushed myself. And then I second guess what else have I missed, what else might I miss. The unrest settles in. I acknowledge that I have ‘turtled’, drawn my head into my shell and avoided casual social contact, and , sometimes, avoided meaningful interactions with folks I truly love and care about.
I have spent much time analysing the depth of my grief. I have spoken to my wonderfully supportive doctor and we are working on solutions and improvements. May it be so. What I am understanding is that I’m going to be okay. What I’m feeling and thinking are common. One of the reasons I so appreciate The New Creed of the United Church of Canada is the bold statement, ‘we are not alone’. The creed opens with ‘ We are not alone, we live in God’s world’ and after the statement of our faith we conclude with ‘We are not alone. Thanks be to God’. Over my years I have had so many family members die; grandparents, parents, aunts and uncles galore, cousins, friends, a wee one I carried for eight weeks, two fine gentlemen that loved me truly and well. The reality that my son died is somehow different, heavier. The differentiating factor is the years of estrangement. There was no witness to the dimming of the light, the lessening of abilities. There was the word that he was gone. And for all the times I said farewell to the lad, the man, I knew – there was /is no opportunity for shared grief. Almost a sense that I have no right to be so sad. I’m not done exploring these thoughts and feelings, and I so appreciate the support, and grace, that you extend to me. I am not alone.
The 2025 Canadian federal election will be held on April 28 to elect members of the House of Commons to the 45th Canadian Parliament. The writs of election were issued on March 23, after Governor General Mary Simon accepted a request to dissolve parliament from Prime Minister Mark Carney. This will be the first election to use a new 343-seat electoral map based on the 2021 Canadian census. The deadline for candidates to declare was Apr. 7 at 2:00 p.m. As of the publication deadline, these are the listed candidates for Riding Mountain. The NDP of Canada or any other national party had not yet declared within the Riding Mountain District.
n Oct. 21, 2019, Dan Mazier was elected to represent Dauphin-Swan RiverNeepawa as Member of Parliament and then re-elected on Sept. 20, 2021. In 2022, Pierre Poilievre appointed Mazier to his Shadow Cabinet as the Shadow Minister for Rural Economic Development & Connectivity.
Away from politics, Mazier is most well known for serving as a President of Keystone Agriculture Producers (KAP). Additionally, he has also served his community as a school trustee for Rolling River School Division, and as a board member for the Manitoba Sustainable Energy Association, and the Mid-Assiniboine Conservation District. He was also a founding member of Elton Energy Co-operative, a provincial renewable energy initiative. Dan and his wife Leigh farm grains, oil seeds, and specialty crops near Justice.
Terry Hayward is a devoted community leader who has shown their deep passion and determination to make life better for families in Riding Mountain.
Hayward enters this election with a 33-year career in agricultural work with the Government of Canada, living and working in places like Brandon, Regina, Winnipeg, and Ottawa. Hayward has also served as the Manitoba Election Readiness chair for the federal Liberals.
Currently, he lives east of Winnipeg on a farm and is a substitute teacher at an elementary school in the Sunrise School Division.
Born and raised in Manitoba, Jim has spent his entire life in the province, now residing on a 160-acre homestead on the eastern edge of Riding Mountain National Park. His primary focus is on raising his family and managing his farm, where he and his wife, Monique, raise livestock and cultivate a large vegetable garden with the help of their three young sons.
Liz Clayton has been involved with the Federal Green Party for many years, having served as the CAO of the Portage-Lisgar Green Party Association. As well, Clayton has experience in the notfor-profit sector within the Tiger Hills Arts Association and Campus-andCommunity Radio at the University of Manitoba
Jim is dedicated to homeschooling his children in a traditional manner, while maintaining a diverse farm with poultry, cattle, and swine. His professional background includes years in the automotive parts industry, including 12 years operating his own specialty automotive parts store, which he successfully sold to prioritize family life and new ventures.
A lifelong artist, Jim also spent five years as a professional tattoo artist in Winnipeg, before moving to the countryside in pursuit of a quieter, self-sufficient lifestyle. Committed to family values, and hard work, Jim embodies the principles of selfreliance and community engagement.
The Riding Mountain District is a federal electoral riding formerly known as DauphinSwan River-Neepawa. The new name was drafted during the last federal ridings redistribution process in 2022 and officially comes into effect as of this election.
Riding Mountain’s area includes 51,479 km2 and a population total of 90,962. The number of eligible
electors is 64,523, with a 61 per cent voter turnout in the previous election.
Some of the most notable communities within Riding Mountain include: Swan River, Dauphin, Russell, Roblin, Ste. Rose du Lac, Neepawa, Minnedosa, and Rivers. It also features North Norfolk, WestLake-Gladstone, and North Cypress-Langford.
Election day is scheduled for Mon-
day, Apr. 28, 2025, with advance voting taking place on:
• Friday, Apr. 18,
• Saturday, Apr. 19,
• Sunday, Apr. 20,
• Monday, Apr. 21.
The Electoral district number for Riding Mountain is 46007.
Currently, Liz works for the Prairie Spirit School Division as a high school Educational Assistant. She also has experience in Arts Administration and spent many years in campus and community, and commercial media. Clayton and her partner live on 31 acres of wild-land on the edge of the Agassiz escarpment in the newly annexed south-east corner of the Riding Mountain riding, where they are passionate about thier lowenergy northern greenhouse where they grow fresh greens all winter.
Submitted By Patricia Hanbidge
Spring seems to be a bit different every year. Sometimes it seems to take forever for winter to really end, and then once in a while we seem to get a spring that is more like what we might see in warmer climates that have higher humidity. However, whenever we do get spring – it is rather amazing!
When we go into winter with a heavy snowfall before the ground is fully frozen, we expect to see more snow mold in the early spring. Snow mold is a fungal condition that affects lawn or turf areas in early spring and appears in the early spring while the snow is melting and the surface temperature of the ground approaches 0 C. This fungal issue is tough on the lawn but also bad news for allergy sufferers.
Early spring is always a dirty time – with lots of dust
blowing around and with that dust we can anticipate enjoying lots of mold spores. Itchy watery eyes and respiratory symptoms in early spring are often in response to snow mold on our lawn areas. If you have sensitivity to spores, then as our collection of snow is disappearing and all you want to do is go outside, you may need to take some precautions. The spores which are the tiny reproductive particles of fungi/molds can cause more problems than pollen as they are smaller particles and can get deep into the lungs.
Not only does snow mold make allergy sufferers miserable, it can also cause some quite severe damage on lawn areas. There are a number of fungi that can be involved including: Typhula spp., Microdochium nivale, Sclerotinia borealis, non-sclerotial low temperature basidiomycete (LTB), and sclerotial low temperature basidiomycete (SLTB). While the snow is melting you may see patches of spider web like material on the turf surface. This is the mycelium which is the vegetative part of a fungus that hugs the lawn as the snow recedes. Damage shows up on the turf as circular dead patches that are anywhere from a few inches to a foot in diameter. When damage is severe it often appears like the whole lawn area is affected.
By Gerry Nolan Rivers Banner
Just before I get into this story about Emily Hunter, I have a little something to share with you. I got to know Emily when she was a high school student, we worked together at the Kenton Co-op. She was very shy and timid at that time, usually a smile and a oneword answer. It did not take long for Em to come out of her shell and blossom into the beautiful young woman she is today.
Emily’s journey as an educator began in Kenton school where she took grades 1 to 5. Grade 6 to 12 she travelled to Hamiota Collegiate where she graduated.
At that time Emily was sure she did not want to become a teacher, she was done with a school setting. She did know however she wanted a career working with young children. Ultimately it came down to either Early Childhood educator or a K-4 teacher. With no regrets she chose to be an Educator.
It was now time to go to university, where she completed a 5-year program. The first 3 years were dedicated to earning her undergraduate degree. She then obtained a Bachelor of Physical Education with a minor in Mathematics. She then applied to the education program and was accepted and completed the 2-year program and graduated in 2021.
There were several people who influenced her decision to become an educator. Along with her parents and siblings one stood out above the rest.
Dr. Devon Caldwell of Kenton. Dr. Caldwell helped guide Emily and this helped her immensely.
Em completed 4 years of practicum, the first with Devon at the Oak Lake Community School. Learning from Dr. Devon reinforced her passion for teaching.
Other people who played a large role in her journey were Michelle McNabb, Charlene Allan and Janice Norrie, all from
Em says their continued guidance and influence is a huge blessing for her.
Outside the classroom, she loves the outdoors whether it be walking the dogs or feeding animals on the farm. She also enjoys baking and cooking and staying active. Emily is getting married this summer so there are more exciting times ahead for her.
Since graduating she has taught at Miniota Elementary school, Oak Lake Community school, Mary Montgomery school in Virden, Hamiota Elementary school and is currently teaching at the Decker Colony school. She says each school has contributed to her growth as an educator.
Her goals include leading her to other opportunities where she can inspire, guide and nurture youth. She likes being a part of a learning environment that encourages growth and makes a difference in students lives.
Emily has some advice for the youth today, “we all have the potential to make a difference, no matter the path you choose. The world needs your unique gifts, talents and perspectives. Do not be afraid to share them and stand up for what you believe in. Above all else, remember to be kind! Kind to yourself, to others because kindness has the power to go a long way. Is that so true!” Wise words from Educator Emily Hunter.
entire turf area but it may take most of the summer for affected turf to recover.
The greatest damage will be in the more shaded damp areas where the snow takes a little longer to melt away. This year, due to the heavy snow cover the snow mold will likely be especially bad. The fungi are able to grow at temperatures right around the freezing point but the spores will survive over the summer and are easily spread through mowing or foot traffic. It will not usually kill off the
You can reduce the amount of snow mold that occurs by ensuring you do not over fertilize your lawn later in the summer. High levels of nitrogen make plant tissue soft and succulent and more susceptible to injury. Using a slow release fertilizer is generally a better idea than a quickrelease fertilizer late in the season. It is also important to continue to mow the lawn until all growth has stopped and to clean up leaves that have dropped on lawn areas. Reduce excess thatch by mowing correctly, aerating and power raking if necessary. Avoid compaction by avoiding walking on lawn areas – even on top of the snow.
Snow mold injury is often superficial and only affects leaf blade tissue. However, when infestation is severe, the entire plant may die. On areas that have been affected, lightly rake to encourage drying. Try not to breathe in the spores or the dust that will be present even if you do not generally get allergic reactions. As the season progresses you may want to overseed larger areas to help hasten the recovery.
These creamy garlic butter chicken bites are deliciously seasoned, cook in a single skillet, and are ready quickly. Serve over pasta.
Ingredients
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
• 3/4 teaspoon granulated onion
• 3/4 teaspoon Hungarian sweet paprika
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon oil, divided
• 3 tablespoons butter, divided
• 7 cloves garlic, minced, or to taste
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream
Directions
1. Whisk salt, garlic granules, onion granules, and paprika together in a small bowl. Toss chicken in a bowl with 1 teaspoon oil and seasoning mixture; set aside.
2. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a heavy skillet. Add remaining 2 teaspoons oil. Add chicken to skillet and cook and stir until no chicken pieces are longer pink at the center, 7 to 8 minutes.
3. Move chicken to the back side of the skillet. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Add minced garlic, and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in cream. Move chicken back to center of skillet; stir into sauce to coat.
Submitted
By Diane Kuculym
The Oak River Memorial Rink was a hub of activity from Thursday, March 27 – S unday, M arch 3 0, 2 025 during the annual 2 person stick bonspiel. The Oak River Curling club had 42-2 person teams to compete in the 6-end game fun spiel. Participants in the bonspiel ranged in ages from as young as ten to older than 80 with people coming from Alberta, Clear Water, Deloraine, Rivers, Hamiota, Oak Lake, Kenton, Virden, Cardale, Basswood, Oak River, Shoal Lake, Brandon, and Winnipeg. A delicious ham supper was enjoyed on Friday evening f rom 5 – 7 followed by the l ive band – H ighway 2 5 “ Repaved” from Rivers playing while a large attendance enjoyed the music, socializing, and watching curling.
Due to the large amount of interest in the bonspiel, curling draws went until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evening with the last draw at 3pm on Sunday. Two points were awarded for each end scored; one point per team for a blank end; ten points for the win and five
By Marci Quane Riverdale CAO
The Riverdale Municipality Council held its regular meeting on April 1, 2025, with Mayor Heather Lamb calling the session to order at 6:00 p.m. All councillors were present, along with Chief Administrative Officer Marci Quane.
Key discussions included presentations from Lance Routledge of the Assiniboine West Watershed District and the Mu -
nicipal Animal Control Officer. Council reviewed correspondence, including an invitation to the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators, a message from Scott Phillips, and CN Rail Safety Awareness information.
Monthly reports were presented on public works, emergency services, police, recreation, the Prairie Crocus Library, and various committees. Council approved credit card statements for the
latter half of 2024 and January 2025. New business topics included a funding letter for bridge rehabilitation, Invasive Species Awareness Week, municipal operating funds, and a regional Community Safety Officer program proposal. Council also approved training for municipal employees. An in-camera session was held to discuss personnel matters, and the meeting adjourned at 9:08 p.m.
points per team if the game ended in a tie. Scores for the four games played were tallied up and everyone got a prize. The Oak River Community Association would like to thank the Oak River Curling Club for organizing the very successful event.
Thank you to the many volunteers who scraped and cleaned the ice, worked the kitchen, canvassed businesses; purchased prizes; worked the bar; and kept the hall cleaned. This bonspiel would not be successful without the very generous donations from businesses and residents. Thank you to everyone who supported this event. It is hoped that this bonspiel will be held again next year. If there is enough interest next season, a 2 person stick weekly curling league is being contemplated.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Nominations will be received on April 30, May 1,2,5 and 6, 2025 between the hours of 8:30a.m and 4:30p.m. at the Hamiota Municipal office located at 75 Maple Ave. East, Hamiota, MB.
For the office of two (2) Councillors of the aforesaid Local Authority.
The nomination deadline is May 6, 2025 at 4:30p.m. Nominations will not be accepted after this day.
All nominations shall be made in writing and shall be signed by at least thirteen (13) voters, or NOT less than 1% of the voters (whichever is the lesser) of the authority but in all cases by at least two (2) voters. Each nomination shall also be accompanied by the candidate’s declaration or qualification.
Nominations may be filed in person or by an agent at the above location, on the date and hours specified. To obtain a nomination paper, and/or candidate’s declaration, contact the Local Authority listed below.
Nomination papers not accompanied by the required documents and not properly filed will be rejected.
75 Maple Avenue East Hamiota, Manitoba R0M 0T0
Telephone: 204-764-3050
Email: info@hamiota.com
Dated at Hamiota, Manitoba on April 9, 2025
Chantal DeBin, Senior Election Official (S.E.O.)
Hamiota Municipality
REGARDING GENERAL BORROWING BY-LAW NO. 2025-1 FOR THE PURCHASE OF LAND FOR MINING AGGREGATE FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES.
The Council of the Rural Municipality of Oakview at its regular meeting in the Council Chamber, 435 3rd Avenue, Rapid City, MB on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 9:15 a.m. will consider the following proposal to borrow $750,000.00 (borrowing by-law no. 2025-1) to pay for:
The purchase of land for mining aggregate for municipal purposes.
The total cost of the purchase is $750,000.00, to be funded as follows: $750,000.00 to be funded by borrowing
The borrowing will be repaid over 10 years at a maximum interest rate of 6.325% per year.
The annual repayment amount will be no more than $103,475.78 to be levied annually as part of the general municipal levy.
Copies of the proposal to borrow and information about the capital project are available on the municipal website at: www.rmofoakview.ca or at the municipal office at 10 Cochrane Street in Oak River, MB or the satellite office at 435 3rd Avenue in Rapid City. Office hours 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
To ensure adequate space, we kindly ask that you register your attendance at 204566-2146 or via email to info@rmofoakview.ca.
Dated at the RM of Oakview this 7th day of April, 2025, and issued pursuant to Section 174.1(1) of The Municipal Act.
Mark
Humphries
Chief Administrative Officer
R. M. of Oakview Phone: (204) 566-2146
We have a new opportunity to highlight:
Facilities Full-Time, Regular Brandon, MB Comp #101-24/25
Salary: $61,490.81 to $74,776.00 annually ($29.56 to $35.95 hourly)
Classification: PW3 Power Engineer 2nd Class Plant (4th class certificate)
The Power Engineer-Class 4 is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the steam plants and ancillary systems across Assiniboine College campuses. This role ensures compliance with the Power Engineers Act of Manitoba, Provincial Codes and industry best practices. In the absence of the Deputy Chief Engineer, the incumbent may be responsible for the entire physical plant operation. The Power Engineer- Class 4 may also serve as the initial point of contact for certain facility-related requests.
For more information, please visit www.assiniboine.net/careers.
Assiniboine welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada, including Indigenous peoples, persons of all abilities, members of visible minorities, all genders and sexual orientations, and all other groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
Assiniboine College is privileged to provide learning opportunities on the lands of the Dakota Oyate, Nakoda Oyate, Ininiwak, Nehethowak, Nehiyawak, Anishininewuk, Denesuline, Anishinaabeg, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.
For accommodations or alternative formats, contact careers@assiniboine.net or 204 725 8729.
If you are interested in this career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter with reference to Competition #101-24/25 to: careers@assiniboine.net
We thank you for your interest. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Engrained Flour Co. is a small family owned flour milling facility located near Cardale, Manitoba. We stone-mill our own grown grain and sell the flour direct to consumers through our website and local grocery stores. For more information visit our website www.engrainedflour.ca
Who we are seeking? A part-time/full-time (hours can range between 25-40/week) employee to operate and maintain our stone mill. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a growing local food business. No experience necessary as training will be provided. We would like to find someone to start as soon as possible.
The ideal candidate will be hard working, adaptable, can work long hours unsupervised, able to learn quickly and on the job. Work hours are between the hours of 8-5 Monday to Friday (flexible within this time frame). Starting wage $20/hour with benefits package and monthly gas allowance.
Duties include:
• Maintaining storage area of grain
• Maintaining and cleaning stone mill
• Cleaning facility on a daily/weekly basis
• Troubleshoot issues as they arise
• Mill flour to order in large quantities
• Package into various bag sizes and boxes
• Heavy lifting required at times
• Help manage lot tracking inventory system
• Delivery of flour when required
Please send resumes to Chris Raupers at info@engrainedflour.ca
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to subsection 162(2) of The Municipal Act that the Council of Riverdale Municipality intends to present its financial plan for the fiscal year 2025 at a public hearing on the 23rd day of April 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 633 Second Avenue. Council will hear any person who wishes to make representation, ask questions or register an objection to the financial plan, as provided.
Copies of the draft financial plan are available for review and may be examined by any person during the regular office hours of Riverdale Municipality at 670 –2nd Avenue, Rivers, MB on or after April 4th, 2025
Marci Quane, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer
https://riversdaly.ca/ | 204-328-5300 | cao@riverdalemb.ca
Mechanic (Licensed Trade)
School Buses and Fleet Vehicles
Full Time - Permanent 8 hours per day Monday - Friday 12 months per year
The position is based at a central garage / shop in Minnedosa, MB with 2.5 FTE Mechanics who maintain a fleet of 40 school buses and 15 fleet vehicles.
For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca select Employment then Support Staff Positions. Thank you to all applicants for their interest in Rolling River School Division. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Clacks Family Heritage Museum is accepting applications for 2025 starting date June 28 to August 30. Wages to be determined.
Duties include maintaining grass, weeding, guided tours, general maintenance.
Applicants must be energentic, friendly and take directions. Closing dates for resumes May 30/25
Contacts:
Maxine Shamray - 204-412-1555
Dianne Brown - 204-566-2311
Box 16 ~ Oak River
Riding Mountain PC Association Notice of Annual General Meeting for the year-ending December 31/24 via Zoom & Tele-conference options Monday, April 21/25, 7:00 pm All constituency PC members in good standing who wish to participate, are asked to register by Noon, Wednesday, April 16 by contacting Judy Snitynsky, 204-773-6347
204-724-6870
280 Taylor Road Rivers, MB R0K 1X0 www.redlinetransport.ca alepp@redlinetransport.ca
T hanks for your support this past year. Bright wishes to you now and in the year ahead.
Gravel - Sand - Stone - End Dump/Belly Dump Services - Excavating stewartend2015@gmail.com 204-365-0086
Alex Stewart Box 916, Rivers MB, R0K1X0
During my career as a hockey official I was involved in a few really tough games. There were rivalry games, teams from different leagues meeting in MAHA playoff games, as well teams that played in the same league in playoffs.
Back in the 1970s and 1980s there were a lot of scraps in games. Back in the day you were allowed 3 fighting majors in the same game until you were ejected from the game. Rivalries between towns in close proximity were common to say the least, so the games were rugged.
One game in particular stands out. Hamiota and Kenton playing in the barn in Kenton. Ray
Brethour from Hamiota and Gordie Allan who was from Hamiota but played in Kenton were not fond of one another. One night in Kenton, things came to a head. Ray was a defensemen for Hamiota and Gordie a forward for Kenton. By half way through the game they had fought 3 times and so both were out of the game. Ironically, Gordie had managed somehow to score a hat trick!
The toughest game at the senior hockey level that I was a part of was game 1 of a playoff series between the Foxwarren Falcons and the Sioux Valley Dakotas.
This was game 1 in a best of 3 series, the game was played in Foxwarren.
Right from the opening whistle, we knew it was going to be a long night. Blair Fordyce was the head referee, Kerry Smith and myself were the linesmen. It became clear real quick that one team wanted to play hockey and one team did not. The two teams were evenly matched, fast skating and moved the biscuit in a hurry and made great plays.
Sioux Valley had a really good team led by Stacy Pratt, who had played with the Brandon Wheat Kings. Stacy was a huge part of Ray Ferraro’s 108 goal season in the WHL which still stands today! If Stacy had not had multiple knee injuries, I believe he would have played in the NHL.
Back to the game. The Dakotas came out hitting and were taking a lot of penalties. They did not stop no matter what Blair called, they were simply using this game as a set up for the rest of the series. As
Foxwarren were able to score and get a big lead the game just got tougher.
The Foxwarren arena was packed. I think everybody from Sioux Valley was at that game and Foxwarren also had a lot of fans as well. The fans were loud and boisterous and of course, it was the officiating teams fault. Right! The game finally ended and know Foxwarren won the game. There were so many penalties with the Dakotas taking many more penalties in that game and they did not care it seemed, so Blair to his credit just stayed on top of it and sent them to the box. I know there were other referees that would have caved under the pressure of the game, Blair did not!
After the game Smitty and I felt Blair had called a tremendous game in the toughest of situations. It is really hard refereeing a game where one team wants to play hockey and one team does not. This was as I said the toughest game I was ever involved in.
Sioux Valley won that series, winning the next 2 games and stayed out of the penalty box. The Dakotas were masters at the short passing game and could capitalize at will it seemed when they wanted to. One goal that stood out for me was Foxwarren broke out with a 5 on 1. Frankie Sioux made a huge defensive play and broke up the play and got it up to the Dakota forwards and Sioux Valley had a 4 man breakaway. They all passed the puck to one another on that break and ended with a Stacy Pratt slap shot into the top corner of the net to score, never seen a play like that ever again.
Published Author, Holistic
Certified Hypnotist (C.H.)
Marie Evelyne Gingras
Let’s be real. Life can get a little wild sometimes. Between the long to do lists, endless scrolling, and trying to get a decent night’s sleep, we could all use a little help hitting the pause button. That’s where chamomile tea comes in, a warm, cozy hug in a mug that’s been calming people down for centuries.
Chamomile (pronounced cam oh mile or cam oh meel—pick your favourite!) is made from daisy-like flowers that have been dried and brewed into tea. It smells a bit like apples and sunshine, and it’s best known for one thing: relaxation. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just need to chill out, this gentle tea is like a natural off switch for your nerves.
What makes chamomile so calming? It’s got a little plant compound called apigenin that helps your brain ease into rest mode. It binds to certain receptors and encourages sleepiness and relaxation, no pills or side effects required. So, if you’re tossing and turning at night, this tea might become your new bedtime bestie. But it’s not just about sleep. Chamo -
mile is a bit of an overachiever when it comes to health benefits. Have a grumbly tummy? Chamomile’s got you. It can help calm bloating, gas, and cramps by relaxing the muscles in your digestive tract. Some folks even find it helps with more serious stuff like irritable bowel syndrome and anxiety!
Feeling a little under the weather? Chamomile has mild antibacterial and anti-inflammatory powers that may give your immune system a gentle boost. Got a sore throat or puffy eyes? Sip it warm to soothe your throat, or let it cool and use it as a compress to depuff those tired eyes. Honestly, is there anything this tea can’t do?
Bonus: chamomile is caffeine free. That means you can sip it anytime without worrying about getting jittery or messing with your sleep. Morning, afternoon, or night, chamomile’s always down to help you relax. Making a cup is super simple. Just steep a chamomile tea bag or a spoonful of dried flowers in hot water for about 5 to 10 minutes. Want to level it up? Add a drizzle of honey, a slice of lemon, or a cinnamon stick for extra comfort vibes. I like mine during the work day to relax and I like adding honey to it.
So, the next time life feels a little too loud, grab a cozy blanket, turn off your notifications, and sip some chamomile tea. It’s nature’s way of saying, “You’ve got this… but maybe take a nap first.”
1314151617
