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A pig may never fly, but it can certainly make a great BBQ
Captain Lucas Downey, was definitely saying Sea Yea to all the other boats as he paddled past them.
By Jessica Coulter Rivers Banner
Rapid City’s Second Annual Pork Fest took place on Saturday, July 13. It was a ton of fun for all that came out to enjoy the afternoon of events before eating the slow smoked pork loin that cooked all day to perfection. The Fest was hosted by the Rapid City and District Wildlife Association.
The first event was the cardboard boat race. This was a phenomenal idea. The rules were: boats were to be built using only cardboard, tape, and paint. The boats were for one or two people. The course was approximately 200 ft. Life jackets had to be worn while racing. Prizes were awarded for best time, best costume and for being silly enough to show up with a boat. Seven individuals or teams signed up for the race. The main voyage for Red Bottomed Girl and Elton John unfortunately didn’t make it very far as they both were not seaworthy, but
they looked great. Gibson Girls, Fishy Business, Little Red Boat and New Kid on the Dock were all successful in making it to the buoy and back to shore. The star of the day was a yellow boat called Sea Yea who made it out and around the buoy and back to shore in only 51 seconds. This young man, Captain Lucas Downey, was definitely saying Sea Yea to all the other boats as he paddled past them. The boat was made by Ian and Terry Christie.
“Our group is made up of a few but mighty volunteers. Ian and Terry Christie made and served supper with Vivan and Sally Evans help. Other members that always show up to help were Nicole and Curtis Citulsky, Bob and Joy Christie, Gord Grant, John Dagleish, Jaimie Richter, Gary Phillips and me,” says Mary Phillips, Rapid City & District Wildlife Association member.
Read more about the BBQ on page 2...
PHOTO BY JESSICA COULTER
Rapid City’s Second Annual Pork Fest
By Jessica Coulter Rivers Banner
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Supper was mouthwatering, as was to be expected. A great group of people made it out to eat. Slow cooked BBQ and applesauce pork loin cooked to perfection was served with baked potatoes, coleslaw and corn.
The raffle prizes were won by Doug White who won a two-piece Lshaped wicker sectional with chaise and propane firepit table for his patio and Laura Kemp won a four-piece conversation set with 7” propane patio heater for her patio. The 50/50 was won by Barb Fleury.
Thirty-three cars, trucks, bikes and camper buses showed up for the car show. First place car received a Free Rapid City Wildlife T shirt, winner Frank Posthumus, from Kemnay. Second place car received an ice fishing rod and tackle, winner Gary Chopp, from Mountain Road.
Third to fourteenth place winners received a $25 Fast Gas Car, donated by the Neepawa and Portage Fast Gas Sites. Third, Gus Scaletta from Brandon. Fourth, Gord Garbutt from Rapid City. Fifth Ron Fleming from Brandon. Sixth Brain Wolstenholme from Rapid City. Seventh Gord Grant from Rapid City. Eighth Ken Mauthe from Douglas. Ninth Beat Gamper from Moline. Tenth Troy Smith from Rapid City. Eleventh Gary Denbow from Brandon. Twelfth Ken Black from Brandon. Thirteenth Dave Gillespie from Minnedosa. Fourteenth Jean Chopp from Mountain Road.
“Pork Fest has become an annual event for our community. With the addition of the Cardboard Boat Races, it’s sure to become a bigger and better event next year. Planning is already underway to add to our Third Annual Pork Fest for 2025,” says Mary Phillips, Rapid City & District Wildlife Association member.
PHOTOS BY JESSICA COULTER
This car is not old, it is classic.
Slow smoked pork loin for Pork Fest!
Thirty-tree vehicles came out for the car show.
All cardboard boat captains had a blast trying to stay a float at Rapid City Pork Fest.
FAITHFULLY YOURS
Neil StrohScheiN
Fifty-five plus one more, Part II
The Fido Dog Food Company (not its real name) was holding its annual conference for its regional managers and sales people. A frustrated company President stood before them. The company’s performance had not been good and he wanted to know why.
In true pep rally fashion, he began. “Who has the best research department?” In unison the crowd shouted: “We do!” The dialogue continued. “Who uses the best ingredients?” “We do!” “Who has the most efficient manufacturing process?” “We do!!” “Who makes the most well-balanced dog food?” “We do!!” “Who has the best packaging?” “We do!!” “And who has the best trained and most motivated sales force?” “We do!!!”
After a short pause, the President looked at the crowd and asked: “Then why are we fourth out of five dog food companies in total sales?” A timid voice from the back of the room was heard to say: “Because dogs don’t like it.” How sad. A company with the best of everything that fails in the area that matters mosttheir customers don’t like what they produce. We may laugh at the punch line of the above story, but it reveals a problem that exists in every facet of our society-from the highest levels of government to ordinary people like you and me. We love to play the “blaming” game. We believe that every problem we have is someone else’s fault. When things don’t go our way, we look for someone we can blame for our
misfortune; when we should be asking ourselves what we have done to help create the dysfunction we see in our families, communities and country.
At the beginning of time, in the Garden of Eden, after Adam and Eve had picked and eaten fruit from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil, God met and asked each of them the same question: “What have you done?” He didn’t want excuses. He didn’t want them shifting the blame to others. He wanted them to take responsibility for what they had done. He asks the same of you, of me and of all people on earth.
In these “birthday” columns I am sharing some of the concerns I have for this country and its future. What I am addressing today is my biggest concern.
I believe this country desperately needs a revival of accountability in government, in community leadership and in our personal lives. We need to be people who will not be afraid to step up and say: “I’m sorry. I made mistakes. I didn’t listen to the people I was supposed to serve. I didn’t listen to those who warned me of the damage my actions would inflict on others. I apologize and I will do my best to regain the trust I have lost.”
I realize that the general public may not be all that forgiving. They may call on us to leave positions of leadership we hold. That is their right; and it must be respected.
But if, after taking responsibility for errors made, we have to step into the background for a while, we can leave with heads held high, knowing that we own the most valuable asset anyone can possess-a conscience void of offense between God and people.
And in the future, when people in our communities are looking for quality leaders, they will know where to find people who have learned from their mistakes and who will listen to them and work with them to make their communities better places for all who live there.
Regulatory Competitiveness
By Cam Dahl GM of Manitoba Pork
Research shows that one of the fastest ways of boring someone to tears is mentioning the words “regulatory competitiveness.” It is, however, a critical topic, especially now when accessing markets around the world is being made more difficult, and enhancing the competitiveness of farmers in Canada is crucial to the economic sustainability of this driver of the Canadian economy. So, dear reader, stick with me. Governments around the world are taking actions that limit the free flow of Canadian agricultural exports and increase farmers’ cost of production. Examples include label requirements on meat sold in the U.S., which will discriminate against Canadian live animal exports, as well as regulations in individual states whose influence extends across North America (e.g., Proposition 12 animal welfare regulations in California). We also see arbitrary European regulations that restrict Canadian red meat exports, despite the Canada-E.U. Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement.
The Government of Canada needs to be doing everything in its power to counter foreign regulations that undermine the competitiveness of Canadian farmers. Unfortunately, we have a regulatory system that can make the problem worse. For instance, there are federal regulations that impose extraordinary costs on Canadian producers not faced by our competitors. The carbon tax is the most cited regulation in this area, but it is not the only problem.
Another example of a regulatory system that is draining away the competitiveness of Canadian agriculture is the approval processes for pesticides, new cropping technologies, animal health products, and animal feed ingredients, overseen by Health Canada. These regulations are long past due for reform. Farmers in competing countries like the U.S. have rapid access to new products and technologies, while the slow pace of the regulatory approval process in Canada can block Canadian farmers’ access to innovation. In too many cases companies bringing these new products forward do not even apply to Canada because of the cost and time involved in navigating the Canadian regulatory system. An animal health company recently told me “We do business in over thirty countries around the world and Canada is the most costly and time consuming country in which we operate.”
For example, farmers in the U.S. can use a product (Sodium Metabisulfite) that removes the toxins produced by the fusarium fungus that grows on cereal grains. This innovative product helps convert the infected grains from a waste product into a valuable feed source. Canadian farmers are still waiting for approvals. Another product is Carvacrol, which is an essential oil derived from oregano. Scientific research shows it can improve gut health in pigs, increase appetites of young pigs that have recently been weaned, and alleviate diarrhea. U.S. farmers can use Carvacrol, but Canadian farmers cannot. Preventing Canadian farmers from accessing innovations in animal health and nutrition can also stymie other national objectives, like providing alternatives to antibiotics.
Restrictions on Canadian farmers access to new innovative technologies and animal health products could be significantly reduced if Health Canada were to agree to accept the research and data that go into the approval processes in other countries with a robust regulatory approval system, like the U.S. This policy solution has been on the desks of multiple federal health ministers in multiple federal governments.
It is not just products approved in the U.S. before Canada that are a problem. Products approved in Canada but not in the U.S. are of concern because they can become trade barriers, especially in this age of rising protectionism. We have seen in the past that individual state governments can use the lack of harmonization as an excuse to block trade.
When the North American Free Trade Agreement was first signed, Canada and the U.S. created a process, the Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC), whose purpose is to increase North American productivity through the harmonization of regulations. Minister Anita Anand, the President of the Treasury Board, has recently held consultations on the priorities for the RCC. Removing drags on Canadian agricultural productivity and protecting our export markets by expediting approvals for products already scientifically approved by our key trading partner should be at the top of the Minister’s priority list.
There is much governments can do to spur agricultural productivity and protect our export markets. Regulatory alignment with our largest trading partner should be a top priority for our regulatory and international trade agencies. That could rapidly happen if there was political will.
Perspectives
Tundra
By Chad Carpenter
It doesn’t make sense
Ihave been accumulating a number of things in my mind that don’t make sense. I am sure you could add many more to the list
A recent report notes that B.C. produces more wood pellets than any other Canadian province, and production is “dominated” by a U.K.based company Drax, which owns the world’s single-largest wood-burning facility. Drax also owns, or partially owns, eight of B.C’s 12 pellet mills and is responsible for 80 per cent of the province’s exports. Anther report noted that Drax gets paid a huge subsidy from the British government to burn these pellets to make steam to make electricity. Why? Because the government has decided that wood pellets are better than coal. Really? Britain produces coal so how can wood chips make more sense than coal when the trees have to be cut, the wood has to be chipped, then pelleted. The pellets have to be trucked to a railhead, shipped by rail to a seaport, shipped by sea to England, unloaded and then put into a huge furnace to make steam so an electrical generator can make electricity. Now please tell me why that makes sense?
It’s like a lot of other things that don’t make sense from a logical or governance view but it does make sense financially to businesses because of the government subsidies.
CBC doesn’t make any financial sense either except that the feds pay them $1.3 billion per year in subsidies. Left to their own resources, CBC would die in a year. Left to its own resources, Drax and the pellet industry would die in a year too.
Going back a little in time, why did the federal government shut down the Indian Head tree nursery? Why did government shut down the prison farms? For decades prison-
Ken Waddell Right in the Centre
ers found reason and purpose in the barns and fields at the prison farms. Not anymore. I guess everyone can be rehabbed in a jail cell. Yeah, that makes sense, four walls, no windows, little fresh air, no real work or purpose in life. That should do the trick. When the prison farms were shut down, over 700 inmates were employed on the farms.
From a 2018 Free Press story came this quote, “A prisoner advocacy organization is hoping the reopening of two federal prison farms in Ontario has sewn the seeds for the re-blooming of the at Stony Mountain Institution.
The John Howard Society of Manitoba wants the Rockwood Institution farm, closed by former public safety minister Vic Toews in 2010, to reopen now that the federal government’s budget includes plans for opening two such operations at Kingston, Ont.
John Hutton, the society’s executive director, said the production of the prison farms helped reduce the amount of money spent on food in the facilities, while also helping inmates acquire the work ethic they would need once they were out on in society again”
And back to more recent times, the federal government is investing billions of dollars on EV car battery plants. Never mind that EV cars are more expensive, less reliable. heavier and therefore harder on the roads and basically, at least in rural areas, a pain
in the ass to use and recharge. I find that very maddening.
And while money at both levels of senior government is going into EV cars and battery plants and such, we are told there isn’t enough money to put a CT Scan into the hospital at Neepawa or a MRI machine into the new hospital at Portage la Prairie.
The collection of brain cells that run Manitoba health have obviously not accounted for the reduction in ambulance transfers that would be made. You know, those white little buses that move patients around the country in times of emergency. Oh, no, we have to plug their schedules with inter-hospital transfers. That’s so much better than having a CT Scan or a MRI closer to the patients. My wife laid in a rural hospital for three days waiting for an ambulance for a transfer to get a procedure that can only be done in Winnipeg. That made sense, right?
We have a problem in Canada, there are dozens of things that don’t make sense as bureaucrats bend over backwards to screw up our lives, our pocket books and in some cases our very safety.
Here’s a secret for bureaucrats and politicians. If you would just bloody think for a few minutes in your life, you would do the right thing and you would be lauded for your common sense
Rita Friesen Homebodies
Table talk…
It was a delightful dinner out. I was in the company of trusted friends and the conversation ran varied and deep - from laughter to introspection and reflection. One of the topics we covered, well, addressed, for the topic is also a deep one, was mental health. I mentioned that years ago one of the members of my extended family, on my father’s side (thank you Linda!) had researched a health genealogy of our family. There are a great many family members of every generation that lived with anxiety, depression or melancholy. I spoke of a great aunt that was bed ridden for decades. Great Aunt Ann held court from a bed in the living room, a delicately crocheted bed jacket around her slender shoulders. She was in her early fifties when she began a pen pal relationship with a fine gentleman from Smithers, British Columbia. The correspondence led to him coming out to Manitoba for a visit. The visit led to Great Aunt Ann, age 50, getting out of bed, getting married, and living a full and contented life! Had she felt left behind by the activities and growing families of her thirteen brothers and sisters? It might have been fourteen or fifteen! Any way I look at it, it appears that once she had purpose she had a reason to live. She always had faith. That is the most extreme example of anxiety, depression or melancholy that I can remember, but my life is filled with loved ones who live with mental health concerns. Out of this discussion- and I did not hog the table time! came the question ‘ did I miss, or overcome, such concerns because of my faith? To that I reply- I know and love people with a rock solid faith in God, who find it challenging to face each day. The conversation moved to consider how we of faith, find comfort and strength in our relationship with the Divine, and would some of the youth who appear to be without an anchor, find direction and purpose with an active, practicing faith? We know that my generation grew up with the Lord’s Prayer, the National Anthem and ‘God Save the Queen’ a daily part of our school routine. We know, too, the Lord’s Prayer has been defined as the perfect prayer- including praise, adoration, confession, petition and assurance of pardon. It’s a prayer that comforts, encourages, directs and protects. For many of our loved ones, when they no longer know their name, they speak these words with confidence.
So, we didn’t come to any conclusions. And who is responsible for introducing faith to others? Looking around, I know that all five of my children attended church regularly, several still do; only a few of my eight grandchildren do, and only a couple of my nine great grands know what the inside of a church looks like. I know that I have often said that I don’t know how someone without a faith faces trails and troubles, for my faith is my anchor.
After all that, I don’t believe that good mental health is dependent, or independent of an active faith. For those of us with faith, opening and welcoming divine influence or intervention may be a little easier. Even so, some challenges might not be overcome in our life time.
Fusion Credit Union awards $18,000 in scholarships to graduating high school students in 2024
Submitted By Fusion Credit Union
Hamiota, MB - Fusion Credit Union has awarded $18,000 in scholarships this year to high school graduates entering postsecondary programs. Now in its sixth year, the Fusion Scholarship Program was developed to support students in their academic ventures, and to invest in the future of our communities. Since its inception, Fusion has awarded over $100,000 in scholarship dollars to support more than 200 graduates across their 18 communities and beyond. The program is open to any grade 12 student graduating high school in Manitoba heading on to post-secondary education.
“At Fusion, we actively
support our members to achieve great things, because their success is our success.” says Darwin Johns, CEO. “We see these scholarships as an investment in tomorrow’s leaders and innovators.”
The Fusion Scholarship Program is open for applications between April and May each year, and the criteria considers aspects such as community impact, leadership, and achievements in academics, athletics, and/or the arts.
“We have such a diverse group of students apply to the program, each with
their own strengths,” says Kelly Brook, Chief Financial Officer and a member of the evaluating committee this year. “It’s so inspiring to learn about what these students are doing to better our communities.”
This year, 36 applicants from 13 communities were awarded a $500 scholarship at their graduation ceremony. “We wish them all the best going into this new chapter of their lives,” says Johns. “Fusion is here for them every step of the way.”
For more information, please contact marketing@ fusioncu.com
Decadent Caramel Crunch Cake
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
Keystone Planning District
UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF THE PLANNING ACT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
On the date and at the time and location shown below, a PUBLIC HEARING will be held to receive representations from any persons who wish to make them in respect to the following matter:
Keystone Planning District Development Plan Public Hearing
HEARING LOCATION:
For the Caramel Sauce:
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 tsp salt
1 t sp sea salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 t sp vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 tsps vanilla extract
For the Crunch Topping:
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions:
1) Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
2) Prepare the cake: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, whisk together the softened butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until smooth.
3) Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
4) Bake the cakes: Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5) Prepare the caramel sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt and vanilla extract.
6) Prepare the crunch topping: In a small bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Stir in the cinnamon.
7) Assemble the cake: Place one of the cooled cakes on a serving plate. Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with crunch topping. Repeat with the second cake.
8) Serve: Slice and serve. Enjoy! Perfect for special occasions!
Rural Municipality of Cornwallis Council Chambers 107191 - Unit C Veterans Way Brandon, Manitoba R7A-5Y5
DATE & TIME: July 22nd, 2024 at 7 P.M.
GENERAL INTENT OF The Meeting
1.To get feedback, objections or support for the Development Plan as submitted at first reading.
Why did I receive this notice? or Why is this notice posted here?
To involve the public in the planning of our community. A notice is also posted in the office of the Keystone Planning District to inform those residents who are not neighbouring property owners about the Public Hearing. If you would like more information on this application, please call the Keystone Planning District at (204) 725-2001 or email: info@ keystonepd.ca
What if I have objections?
Objections can be raised in person at the Public Hearing or by submitting written comments to the Keystone Planning District Office at least one week before the date of the hearing - Phone (204) 725-2001; Fax (204)725-3659 or email: info@keystonepd.ca Please be advised that all correspondence received in conjunction with, or as a result of, an application that requires the Board’s approval becomes public information, therefore personal information [such as names, addresses etc.] contained in the correspondence is released in the public domain.
What happens at the hearing?
At the time and date noted above, the Chair may ask the representative to speak about the Keystone Planning District’s Development Plan and then the board may ask for questions. After that, the Chair will ask if anyone would like to speak for or against the application. When the hearing is concluded, there will be no further opportunity to address the Board.
FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Keystone Planning District P.O. Box 10, Site 500, RR5 Brandon, Manitoba R7A 5Y5 Office: Phone (204) 725-2001
Brandon Branch congratulating graduates.
The Milk Run has begun in Oak River The Milk Run has begun in Oak River Oak River Agricultural Society Fair
By Ashley Black Oak River Agricultural Society Secretary
Attendance was up from the previous two years.
Here are some of the results for the fair.
For the cattle:
Overall Champion Bull was a yearling bull shown by Brodie Hunter of Diamond T Limousin of Kenton. (front one on the left of pic 5461) For females in the Simmental, Charolais, Galabieh split grand champion was a mature cow from HTA Charolais Reserve Champion went to a yearling heifer from Maple Grove Gel -
bvieh.
In the Limousin split Grand Champion was Pine Creek Limousin and Reserve Champion was Diamond T Limousin. When the champions of the two splits were shown against each other the Overall Champion was the mature cow shown by HTA Charolais of Rivers
shown by Chase Airey.
Overall Reserve Champion was shown by Pine Creek Limousin, Brady Daniel of Kenton.
For the horses:
The Champion light horse Belle was shown by Baylee Gabrielle. The Reserve Champion was Miracle of Justice shown by Barbi Jay of Rivers. Champion Pony was
Spartan shown by Kylie Davis of Moosomin.
Reserve Champion was Ferris Shown by Presley Dinwoodie of Portage. Champion Miniature was Tex shown by Kim Dinwoodie of Portage. Reserve Champion was JEM Vanity’s Lone Ranger shown by Gwen Schubert of West St Paul. Winner of the
western pleasure stake class was Baylee Gabrielle with Belle. Winner of the mini open pleasure driving stake was Hazel Moyer of Rivers. Oak River Community Association, Pony Plop winner was Barb Burt of Rockyview, Alberta taking home $1000.
The Thiessen girls of Oak Lake, Manitoba competed in multiple events from English to bareback and will continue to follow the milk run for fair week. The Thiessen family has been extremely involved with the horse community in Manitoba for many, many years.
Cattle Show was a great success with increased participation this year.
Overall Champion Bull was a yearling bull shown by Brodie Hunter of Diamond T Limousin of Kenton
Oak River Agricultural Society Fair
Lawn Tractor Pull winners left to right, Josh Baker, Nate Stewart, and Shean Birt.
The kids had a great time decorating their bikes for the bike parade.
Big Game Draw Results – released July 12
Join the fight to protect your hunting and fishing rights
Submitted
By Manitoba Wildlife Federation
Manitoba Wildlife Federation asks court to intervene to stop government attack against Manitoba resident hunters Manitoba hunters and anglers are on high alert today to protect their heritage rights following an unjustifiable and unlawful decision yesterday by the Manitoba Government that will virtually strip non-Indigenous hunters of the chance to hunt moose in northern Manitoba.
“The fear is that the
moose hunt is just the start and there will be further restrictions on hunting and fishing province-wide,” said Chris Heald, Senior Policy Advisory at the Manitoba Wildlife Federation.
“When political organizations like the MKO start to manage conservation, rather than the biologists, all Manitobans will lose as our natural resources will simply be depleted,” Heald added.
“Reconciliation is
about uniting not dividing,” said Carly Deacon, Managing Director of the MWF. “The sustainability of the resource must come first, which is why we are alerting Manitoba’s 350,000 hunters and anglers to the growing threat from the Province.”
In addition to letter writing and petitions, the group is also headed to court to seek a judicial review of this wrongly directed decision from the government.
Submitted By Manitoba Government
Manitoba Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources has announced the 2024 hunting season will proceed as regularly scheduled.
Big game hunters are advised the 2024 big game elk, big game moose and elk land-owner draw results will be released tomorrow, Friday, July 12.
Based on this year’s review of licences, the province has made the decision to reduce the number of licences in a limited number of Game Hunting Areas (GHAs) this year in order to balance population sustainability and the needs of harvesters while still offering hunting opportunities.
There are no changes to the elk draw. The number of available moose draw licences has been reduced in four of the province’s 62 GHAs.
For more information on Manitoba wildlife and hunting, visit: www.gov.mb.ca/nrnd/fishwildlife/wildlife/index.html.
WELL WATER TESTING
Assiniboine West Watershed District will be coordinating well water testing days. Shipping will be covered by AWWD. Consent form will need to be signed in order to allow AWWD to receive individual test results for the purpose of enhancing and protecting drinking water.
SAMPLING KIT PICK UP/DROP OFF LOCATIONS
Drop off samples between 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
SAMPLING KIT CAN BE PICKED UP A WEEK BEFORE DROP OFF DATE
TEST 1: $23.81
•Coliform & E.coli Use one (1) sterilized 100 ml bottle
TEST 2: $66.67
•Includes Test 1, plus Nitrate & Nitrite Use one (1) sterilized 100 ml bottle Use one (1) 500 ml bottle
TEST 3: $214.29
•Includes Test 1, Test 2, plus Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium, Manganese, Zinc, Iron, Chloride, Sulphate, pH, Hardness, Conductivity, Arsenic, Barium, Boron, Fluoride & Uranium
Use one (1) sterilized 100 ml bottle
Use one (1) 500 ml bottle
TEST 4: $242.86
•Includes Test 1, Test 2, Test 3, plus Lead and Copper
Use one (1) sterilized 100 ml bottle
Use one (1) 500 ml bottle
Use one (1) 1 L bottle
office: 204-567-3554 Oak River office: 204-566-2270 Inglis office: 204-564-2388
MONDAY, August 12
•Erickson - Municipality of Clanwilliam-Erickson office
Rapid City - R.M. of Oakview satellite office
•Minnedosa - R.M. of Minto-Odanah office
•Oak River - AWWD office
Onanole - Municipality of Harrison Park office
•Rivers - Riverdale Municipality office
Sandy Lake - Heritage Co-op (pick up), Fire hall (drop off)
Strathclair - Community Centre
•Newdale - Post office (pickup), Drop-in Centre (drop off)
TUESDAY, August 13
•Miniota - AWWD office
•Birtle - Praire View Municipality office
•McAuley - R.M. of Ellice-Archie office
•Shoal Lake - R.M. of Yellowhead office
•Hamiota - Hamiota Municipality office Kenton - R.M. of Wallace-Woodworth satellite office
Elkhorn - Elkhorn Village office
•Virden - Town of Virden office
•St. Lazare - Town office
WEDNESDAY, August 14
•Rossburn - Rossburn Municipality office
•Roblin - Municipality of Roblin office
•Inglis - AWWD office
•Russell - Municipality of Russell-Binscarth office
Elk, (Cervus elaphus canadensis), the largest and most advanced subspecies of red deer (Cervus elaphus), found in North America.
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IN LOVING MEMORY
NOREEN (REENIE) EDWARDS-ANDERSON
APRIL 26, 1943 - JULY 10, 2024
The family of Reenie are saddened to announce her passing at Riverdale Health Centre following a brief illness, at the age of 81. Her warmth and thoughtful nature touched the hearts of all who knew her, and she will be dearly missed.
Reenie’s journey began as the daughter of Alf and Merne Wood, the second oldest of six children. She learned the values of hard work and dedication early on while being raised on the family farm near Bradwardine. She carried these values throughout her life, applying them to her education at business college, which paved the way for a fulfilling career. Reenie retired as a respected employee of the Royal Bank of Canada, where her diligence and friendly demeanor always brought a smile to her clients faces for over 28 years.
Reenie married her 1st love Jim Edwards and they enjoyed 45 years together. After a few years spent on the farm they moved to Rivers and raised their family of three. Their home was always filled with music which involved Reenie playing the piano and Jim singing while playing violin or guitar.
After Jim’s passing Reenie was fortunate enough to find love again. In 2008 Reenie married Ron Anderson. They made Shoal Lake their home where cards were always on the table.
Reenie’s passion for life was evident in her diverse interests. She had a love for the outdoors, which she expressed through golfing, camping, and curling. Reenie always took the time to enjoy a game of cards with friends, family and especially grandchildren. There were always a plate of homemade goodies provided.
Reenie leaves behind a legacy of love, remembered by her husband, Ron and his family. Reenie’s children: Brent, Shauna (Ken) and Teresa (Karl). Grandchildren Brittany (Tony), Cole, Brody, Rayna, Jaydon (Jen), Josh (Chanel), Shayla, Regan (Steve). Great grandchildren: Ayla, Mia, Costas and Levi. Siblings: Jim, Les (Pat), Harvey (Wendy). Many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Reenie was predeceased by her husband Jim, parents, Alf and Merne, siblings Rick, Judy (Reg), sister-in-law Carol.
A Celebration of Life will take place at St. James Anglican Church in Rivers, August 15, 2024 at 1:00 pm. Interment at Rivers Cemetery followed by refreshments at Rivers Legion Hall. For those so desiring, donations may be made in Reenie’s memory to the Riverdale Health Centre Palliative Care program, payable to Prairie Mountain Health, Box 428, Rivers, MB, R0K 1X0 or to a local charity of one’s choice.
Campbell Funeral Home, Hamiota are in care of the arrangements. www.campbellfuneralhome. ca (204) 764-2744
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Horticultural Therapy – Part I
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By Patricia Hanbidge
Horticulture therapy is a formal practice that promotes a natural sense of wellness. The focus is on goal centred activities with defined outcomes that encourages participants to engage in the natural world around us. Plants are part of our natural world and have been an important part of life forever. Historically, they have provided food, medicine and shelter while today they are often removed from our daily life. It seems that each day is not long enough to complete the necessary duties at home and at work so our leisure time has also been compromised. Our levels of anxiety, stress and impatience are rising and we look for instant fixes for all aspects of our lives.
Perhaps what we should be doing is pausing, reevaluating our priorities and basically slowing down the merrygo-round of life. When was the last time you charged your personal batteries? Why not spend a little bit of each day doing some therapy - just for you? Maybe a little bit of plant based activity might be worth a try. It is a wellknown fact that horticulture therapy is a recognized way to improve the quality of your life spiritually, physically, mentally and socially.
Learning about horticulture therapy is a recognized and important part of a journey to become a horticultural professional. Better yet, sharing this journey with community members is also very important.
Nature and natural environments are fulfilling areas that are still basic enough to fill the mind but not overwhelm. Nature, just by herself can reduce stress and be restorative. Like HT, it allows the client to focus on safe, and yet fascinating things, so letting the mind relax is possible. However, at the same time, development of motivation, the release of feelings and increased cognitive abilities all seem to happen magically. How can we really
explain how a soft breeze on our face can be calming and invigorating? Why do flowers make us happy? How can we enjoy watching bees buzz around the garden for endless amounts of time?
There is no way of emulating the sun, the breeze, nature in its entirety and the ambiance of being outside. However, there are many climates that are too hot, too cold, too windy, too wet or some other climatic event that makes it difficult to keep the clients comfortable when Mother Nature is showing us her power. For programs that are outdoors, harnessing her power by creating safe “microclimates” that allow for the program to be offered. Sheltered areas out of the wind and keeping the clients shaded from the power of the sun are all good considerations. However, allowing the sun to shine on the clients when it is earlier or later in the day evokes warmth and
wellbeing.
Being a part of nature even in small ways allows magical things to happen. Combining elements pertaining to life and to people should always be part of the HT system. Creating environments that allow for growth of both entities and weaving the interrelated cycles of life of plants and animals are integral to a successful program. The parallel process of human life and plant life is elemental and each has the ability to shape the other. Biological processes are also shared and together have a profound effect on determining the future.
It is our hope that by sharing a little bit about horticulture therapy with you in this column we will also pique your interest in perhaps trying out some horticulture therapy in your lives.
SPORTS
SWBL: Comets make playoffs, Red Sox host provincials
By Robin Wark Rivers Banner
The Rivers Comets wrapped up their South West Baseball League regular season schedule in style.
The senior squad earned a 16-6 victory over the league-leading Boissevain Centennials. Boissevain led 2-0 after the second inning, but the Comets scored seven runs in both the third and fourth innings to hold a 14-4 lead heading into the fifth.
“I think we just came to the plate with a really good approach and mindset,” Comets player/organizer Alastair McFadden said. “We weren’t chasing bad pitches and kept finding ways to get on base. They had a bit of trouble on defence ... but we took full advantage of it with some timely hits and good base running.”
Owen Wareham put one over the fence for the Comets. He batted in three runs. Michael McFadden had four RBIs. Scott Beever went the distance on the mound. He struck out eight and allowed 11 hits.
That victory gave the Comets a regular season record of 11-5-0. It tied them with the Deloraine Royals for second place behind Boissevain. Both teams earned a spot in the four-team SWBL playoffs.
However, with the top two teams making the Senior AA provincials, the Royals and Comets competed in a one-team playoff contest on Monday to decide second place. Deloraine won 11-4 in spite of a three-for-four performance from Leyton Veitch, who also stole a base, and Beever driving in two runs. The Royals will join the Centennials in Morden on July 19-21, but the Deloraine team will also face the Comets in the league playoffs.
The Comets fell 6-3 at home to Virden on July 9. McFadden had a double in a two-for-three performance. Fred Hrycak drove in two runs
Hamiota Hosts Provincials
The Red Sox will host the Senior A provincial tournament on July 19-21. The team that finishes fifth in the SWBL standings will join them. At the Banner deadline,
it was too close to call who that would be.
“We are most looking forward to playing some good games and showcasing what we can do,” Red Sox player/ organizer Brady Waddell said. “We had a relatively disappointing season with what we’ve got for a team. We believe we are a better team than our record shows and we’re looking forward to some competitive baseball as well as hosting all of the opposing teams and communities.”
As of Monday, the Red Sox had a 5-10-0 SWBL record. They wrapped up their regular season on July 16 in a makeup game against the Wawanesa Brewers after the Banner deadline.
In SWBL action, the Red Sox fell to the visiting Oak River Dodgers, 7-6, on July 10.
Oak River Dodgers
As of Monday, the Dodgers had a 6-8-0 record and were battling Wawanesa for fourth place in the league. After the Banner deadline, they were to play in Virden on July
16 and in Wawanesa on July 17.
The Dodgers used a three-run sixth inning to get past the host Hamiota Red Sox, 7-6, on July 10. The contest was knotted at 2-2 after one, but by the end of the fifth, the Red Sox were up 5-3. The Dodgers drove in three runs in the top of the sixth to take a 6-5 lead. Hamiota tied things up in the bottom of the frame. Oak River got the winning run across in the seventh and then was able to hold on. Coming on in relief, Xavier Mowbray got the win with no hits and no runs allowed in 1.6 6 innings of work. Brayden Heapy drove in three runs for Oak River.
The Oak River team won 8-3 in Elkhorn on July 14. Ty Paddock led the Dodgers with three RBIs. The contest was tied at 2-2 after three innings. The Dodgers scored three in the fourth and another trio of runs in the sixth, while the Expos got one in the fifth. Mowbray was the winning pitching as he allowed two earned runs on six hits over six innings.
Outdoor activities ideal for summertime
Submitted Metro Creative
Summer can be a magical season full of fresh air, warm days and nights, blooming flowers, and plenty of opportunities to spend time in the great outdoors. There are so many ways to fill summer days, and people are urged to maximize time spent outdoors during this time of year. Since the sun’s rays can be particularly harmful between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., protective clothing and sunscreen is recommended during this time; otherwise, people can engage in outdoor activities during times when the sun is less potent.
Those seeking some summertime recreation inspiration can consider these activities.
· Family bike ride: Explore trails or bike paths in the area in advance, and then prepare bikes for an excursion. Bicycle riding is a great cardiovascular activity that people of all ages and fitness levels can enjoy. Try flat paths for beginners, and then build up the length and intensity of rides as experience is gained.
· Day at the beach: Some attest there is no more perfect place than the beach on a summer day. The waves lapping the sand, the birds calling in the air, and the sounds of children’s laughter and sunbathers’ chatter all combine to create a relaxing seaside symphony. According to WebMD, the negative ions
given off by the ocean can improve mood and add to the calming effect the beach provides.
· Backyard obstacle course: Construct an obstacle course in the backyard that everyone can try. It can include having to jump through tires; climb a jungle gym; run through a sprinkler; and crawl under a lowhung clothesline. Family members can compete to see who can finish the course in the least amount of time.
· Walk a boardwalk: Those lucky to live near a coast can spend an afternoon or evening strolling the boardwalk, enjoying the various fare and fun activities offered. Many boardwalks have games of chance and small rides for kids. Adults may enjoy the restaurants, bars and shops. Of course, no trip to a boardwalk is complete without coming home with some saltwater taffy.
· Hike: In a survey of Americans 18 and older conducted by the National Recreation and Park Association, nearly 50 percent said going for a walk or hike was their favourite outdoor summer activity. Hiking requires very little to get started and can produce numerous opportunities to witness nature and get some exercise.
There’s no limit to the ways people can enjoy the great outdoors when the weather warms up.
Drew Birss batting for the Oak River Dodgers. Owen Wareham catching for the Rivers Comets.
Building Communities Grant Program Supports Four Organizations
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By Sunrise Credit Union
Sunrise Credit Union’s Building Communities Grant Program
2024 spring intake period ended on May 31. Sunrise Credit Union has selected four worthwhile organizations to receive $50,000 in collective grant funding.
With 57 applicants across southwestern Manitoba, Sunrise Credit Union is eager to announce the four organizations selected to receive funding this spring: Leda Lake Park in Erickson, Swan Lake First Nation Pow Wow Committee, Prairie Skills Inc. in Deloraine, and the Oak Lake Care Centre.
Sunrise Credit Union has donated $25,000 in grant funding to the Leda Lake Park project. The project addresses the need for more parks and recreational spaces in Erickson, Manitoba. The addition of the park will not only grant residents and visitors to the area the ability to enjoy the outdoors but also promote mental and physical well-being for all. The park will become an asset to the region and stimulate the local economy with increased tourism. The Lookout Structure at Leda Lake Park will be named after Sunrise Credit Union in recognition of their donation to the project.
The Prairie Skills Centre, a unique heritage building in Deloraine, is working on a crucial project. To meet fire codes, they are adding an emergency exit from the upper level of the building. This will not only ensure the safety of the people but will also allow the building to function as a community space for various events such as weddings, funerals, concerts, and meetings. Recognizing the importance of such a community space, Sunrise Credit Union has pledged $10,000 toward the construction of the emergency exit.
The Oak Lake Care Centre, a much-needed addition to the community, is a newly constructed daycare in Oak Lake, Manitoba. Sunrise Credit Union’s donation of $10,000 will go toward purchasing equipment, furniture, and toys required to license the new 84-space daycare. This new facility will help alleviate the shortage of daycare spots in Oak Lake and the surrounding areas, reducing long daycare waitlists. The daycare, set to open later this year, will service the RM of Sifton, Oak Lake, and the surrounding
area, providing parents with a reliable childcare option and creating new job opportunities for ECEs and CCAs.
The Swan Lake First Nation Pow Wow Committee is fundraising to make their Pow Wow grounds more accessible with a paved accessible parking area and path to the Elders’ stand area. Sunrise Credit Union has donated $5,000 to this project. Creating an accessible and safe path at their Pow Wow grounds ensures that Elders and community members with mobility issues can participate in the Pow Wow and celebrate the Ojibway culture.
“It is great to see so many organizations working to better our communities,” said Sunrise Credit Union President and CEO Team Klassen, “We are grateful that we can offer the Building Communities Grant Program and play a continued role in community development with our most recent donation totalling $50,000.”
The Building Communities Grant Program, with its two intake periods per year, is designed to ensure a fair and structured process for all applicants. With community betterment at the forefront of the project, the new grant program ensures that every project, regardless of its scale, is given the same opportunity and platform to request funding.
Sunrise Credit Union appreciates the opportunity to support its local communities. They extend their heartfelt thanks to all the organizations that applied for the 2024 spring intake of the Building Communities Grant Program. Your dedication to community improvement is truly inspiring. Sunrise Credit Union looks forward to your continued participation in the Building Communities Grant Program, which will launch again this fall!
